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S&P Global and Chainlink Partner for Stablecoin Scores
Financial data giant S&P Global is partnering with oracle network Chainlink to bring stablecoin risk assessments onto the chain. This will give decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols direct and real-time access to S&P's independent "Stablecoin Stability Assessment" (SSA) analyses.Stablecoin data moves onto the chainS&P Global Ratings' SSA model scores stablecoins based on their ability to maintain their stable value against fiat currencies. These assessments are not credit scores but are based on criteria such as asset quality, liquidity, governance structure, repayability, technological infrastructure, and regulatory compliance.S&P launched this system in December 2023, assessing eight major stablecoins. As of today, the company tracks ten different stablecoins, including USDT, USDC, and Sky Protocol's USDS/DAI token. With the new integration, these assessments can now be used directly on the blockchain. The integration, provided through Chainlink's institutional data publishing infrastructure, DataLink, enables DeFi platforms and smart contracts to access S&P's risk analysis without manual intervention. This allows credit protocols, yield platforms, or investors to integrate this data directly into their smart contracts and automate risk management processes.Chuck Mounts, head of S&P Global's DeFi unit, described the partnership as "meeting our customers where they are.""By moving our stablecoin assessments on-chain via Chainlink's trusted oracle infrastructure, we enable market participants to seamlessly access S&P analysis on DeFi systems. This step strengthens both transparency and informed decision-making."Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov described S&P Global Ratings' move as "a new milestone for institutional adoption.""S&P is one of the world's most trusted rating agencies. This partnership provides a critical framework for large institutions to use stablecoins more securely and compliantly." The Onchain SSA service will initially launch on the Ethereum Layer-2 network Base, supported by Coinbase. It is planned to expand to other networks based on demand.S&P Global has recently rapidly increased its digital asset footprint. Last week, the company introduced a new on-chain index combining 15 cryptocurrencies and 35 crypto-focused stocks. In August, it further solidified its risk assessments for DeFi projects by giving Sky Protocol a "B-" rating.On the Chainlink side, the sheer size of the system is striking. To date, the Oracle network has facilitated data transfer in more than $25 trillion in on-chain transactions and secured approximately $100 billion in total locked DeFi value.LINK price is decliningMeanwhile, the LINK price is trending downward. The coin has lost nearly 20% of its value over a seven-day period, partly due to the loss of momentum in Bitcoin and other altcoins over the weekend. At the time of writing, it is trading at $18.36.
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14 Oct 2025
CME Group Launches Options for Solana and XRP
CME Group, the world's largest derivatives exchange, has opened a new chapter in the crypto market. The company has now added Solana (SOL) and XRP futures options to its product line, already known for its Bitcoin and Ethereum futures. These products, regulated by the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), could boost institutional confidence in the crypto market.Solana and XRP options begin trading on CMEThe new options began trading on October 13th. These physically delivered contracts offer investors both hedging and more flexible position management. According to CME Group, Solana and XRP options are designed for both large-scale investors and smaller players with micro-contract sizes.This move comes at a particularly significant time, particularly after last week's flash crashes and outages on major exchanges. Leading crypto platforms like Binance and Backpack were temporarily down due to heavy trading during Friday's volatility. Some users even received compensation for liquidations caused by system errors. In this environment, CME's launch of new products on a regulated platform is a response to institutional investors' search for stability and confidence.CME Group has been a leader in Bitcoin and Ethereum options for years. The company achieved record trading volume with 9.2 million contracts in the second quarter of 2025. With the addition of Solana and XRP, CME now offers futures and options trading across four major crypto assets. This expansion is considered one of the strongest indicators that traditional finance is establishing stronger ties with crypto.Markets also welcomed this development. Solana rose to $197 in the hours following the news, while XRP rose to $2.55.CME's move aligns with macroeconomic developments. As global interest rate cuts continue, investors are turning to alternative assets that central banks cannot "print." In an inflationary environment, digital assets, like gold and silver, stand out for their scarcity. This trend is bringing fast, scalable, and direct financial-use crypto projects like Solana and XRP to the forefront. Solana's "proof of history" structure, which supports thousands of transactions per second, and XRP's cross-border payment infrastructure, in particular, differentiate them from Bitcoin and Ethereum. Both networks can complete transactions in seconds, making them among the few blockchains capable of handling the transaction volume of financial institutions. This feature of the two coins is also illustrated in the CME report, accompanied by the following chart:
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14 Oct 2025
DASH Commentary and Price Analysis - October 13, 2025
DASH Technical Overview Falling Trend Theme When we analyze the DASH chart, we see that the coin has been trading inside a downward channel for a long time, meaning the price has mostly been trending lower over time.However, recently, the price made a strong bounce from the lower area of this channel and started moving upward again. This bounce could be an early sign of a possible trend reversal.DASH is currently trading around the level $55.59, which is both a short-term resistance zone and the upper boundary of the channel. The upward trend may continue to strengthen as long as the price holds above $50.51. If this move keeps going, the next target zones could be $64.12 and $69.80. If DASH breaks above these levels with strong volume, the price could potentially reach $90–$95 in the medium term.On the downside, if the price pulls back, the key support levels are $50.51 and $43.50. As long as these supports hold, the overall trend stays positive. But if the price drops below $39.79, it could signal weakness again, and the price might fall toward $28.To summarize:DASH has shown a strong recovery move.Currently trading around: $55.95Staying above $50 supports further upside.Resistance levels to follow: $64–$70 range.A break below $39 could restart the downtrend.Overall, the outlook remains positive, and a trend reversal seems possible.These analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However, traders are responsible for their own actions and risk management. Moreover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during trades.
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13 Oct 2025
WLD Comment and Price Analysis - October 13, 2025
WLD Technical OutlookWLD continues to trade within a long-standing falling channel. The current price is $0.915, with the price moving between the midline and lower boundary of the channel. This suggests that WLD is approaching a strong support zone, where a potential rebound could begin.If the price closes above $0.982, it may target $1.07 initially. A breakout above $1.07 could then open the path toward the next major resistance at $1.41.However, if WLD breaks below $0.764, the downtrend could accelerate toward the $0.595–$0.544 support zone. In the case of a deeper decline, $0.41 stands as a critical long-term support level. Falling Channel Structure Summary:WLD remains in a falling channel.Current price: $0.915Bullish scenario: Daily close above $0.982 → targets at $1.07 and $1.41Bearish scenario: Close below $0.764 → potential drop to $0.595–$0.544Long-term support: $0.41Watch for a confirmed daily close above $0.982 to signal a potential trend reversal.These analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However, traders are responsible for their own actions and risk management. Moreover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during trades.
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13 Oct 2025
BNB Comment and Price Analysis - October 13, 2025
BNB Technical AnalysisFor a long time, BNB was trading within a rising channel and recently broke above it with strong momentum. Following the breakout, the price surged to around $1,233, then briefly pulled back to $1,100. That dip was short-lived as buyers quickly stepped in, pushing the price back up. Currently, BNB is trading around $1,219.The $1,107 level now acts as a major support, aligning with the top of the previous channel. As long as the price stays above this level, the uptrend remains intact.If bullish momentum continues, the next targets are $1,233 and $1,393. A clear move above $1,393 could open the path toward $1,539 and even $1,637 in the medium term. On the downside, if $1,107 is broken, the price may retreat to $1,008 or $928. However, the overall structure remains bullish, and any corrections are likely to be short-term. Rising Trend Summary:BNB remains in a strong uptrend after breaking out of its rising channel.Current price: ~$1,219Key support: $1,107 – holding above keeps the trend bullish.Next resistance levels: $1,233 → $1,393Breakout targets: $1,539 → $1,637The overall outlook is bullish, with potential pullbacks expected to be temporary.
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13 Oct 2025
Despite the Crash, $3.17 Billion Inflows into Crypto Funds
Despite last Friday's major market crash, crypto investment products had a strong week. According to CoinShares data, digital asset investment funds recorded a total net inflow of $3.17 billion over the last seven days. This brings the total amount of money entering funds throughout 2025 to $48.7 billion, surpassing last year's record.US President Donald Trump's announcement of new tariffs on China was the driving force behind the sharp market fluctuations. This triggered a global sell-off, quickly liquidating over $20 billion in positions. However, James Butterfill, Head of Research at CoinShares, stated that Friday's panic selling had limited impact on funds: "Despite the sharp market correction, there was only a weak outflow of $159 million on Friday."Trading volumes hit recordsAnother noteworthy piece of data in the report was the record increase in trading volume. Weekly trading volume for crypto investment products reached $53 billion, with $15.3 billion in transactions on Friday alone. This figure is twice the 2025 average. However, total assets under management (AUM) decreased by 7% on a weekly basis, falling from $254 billion to $242 billion.Bitcoin funds took the leadThe highest inflows throughout the week occurred in Bitcoin-focused investment products. $2.67 billion flowed into Bitcoin funds, bringing the total inflow since the beginning of the year to $30.2 billion. However, this figure is still approximately 30% below the $41.7 billion total in 2024. Butterfill also emphasized that trading volumes reached an all-time high of $10.4 billion during Friday's price correction.Ethereum investment products also managed to close the week positively. ETH funds saw $338 million inflows, while Ethereum also experienced the largest individual loss of the week, with a single-day outflow of $172 million on Friday. Butterfill stated that investors considered Ether products "the most vulnerable asset" during the market crash. Altcoin funds slowedA significant slowdown was observed in leading altcoin investment products like Solana and XRP. Solana funds saw inflows of $93.3 million, while XRP funds saw inflows of $61.6 million. These figures were significantly lower than the previous week's massive inflows of $706.5 million and $219 million, respectively. Despite this decline, experts believe that the expected Solana and XRP ETF approvals in the US could generate new momentum in the market. However, as long as the current government shutdown continues, these approvals are likely to be delayed. Currently, at least 16 crypto ETF applications are awaiting approval from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). According to Nate Geraci, President of NovaDius Wealth Management, "a flood of spot crypto ETFs will be expected" as the government reopens.
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13 Oct 2025
Binance to Pay $283 Million to Victims After Market Crash
Binance has released a new update regarding the losses incurred when some assets on its platform lost price stability (depeg) following the severe market crash that occurred on the night of October 10th. The company announced that it completed compensation payments of approximately $283 million to affected users within 24 hours and that the process for user protection measures is ongoing.Binance Issues Statement Following the Massive CrashAccording to the statement published on October 12th and updated on the morning of October 13th, global macroeconomic developments led to sudden selling waves in the crypto market between 8:50 PM and 10:00 PM (UTC) on October 10th. Mass selling by both institutional and individual investors caused sharp price fluctuations across the market. Binance stated that the platform's core spot and futures engines remained active during this period, and that the volatility experienced was due to general market conditions. However, it was determined that some technical modules experienced short-term disruptions after 9:18 PM UTC, resulting in short-term price deviations for some assets such as USDe, BNSOL, and WBETH. The company announced that all users who used these three assets as collateral and experienced liquidations have been paid, and that the compensation has been distributed in two batches.Binance also announced that users who suffered losses due to delays in internal transfers and redemptions of Earn products during the extreme market volatility will be compensated. Accordingly, all confirmed losses will be paid sequentially.The company maintains its stance that Binance was not responsible for the incident. The statement reads, “The market crash occurred before the depeg event. According to data, prices reached their lowest level between 9:20 PM and 9:21 PM UTC on October 10; the severe depeg occurred after 9:36 PM UTC.”Binance also clarified some of the extreme price movements that sparked controversy in the community. It was reported that the sharp declines experienced in altcoins such as ATOM and IOTX, in particular, were due to the automatic triggering of old limit orders dating back to 2019. Insufficient liquidity on the buy side led to chain selling pressure. The company stated, “The ‘$0’ value seen in the IOTX/USDT pair was merely a display error; there was no actual price drop.”Binance announced that it would fix the decimal display issues in the user interface and also make improvements to the visual interface (UI) and price indexing mechanisms to prevent such situations from occurring again.Finally, Binance added a new clause to its statement, stating that a report would be submitted to regulatory authorities if any possible “market surveillance violations” related to the incident were detected.Following the incident, markets experienced a slight recovery. Binance’s native token, BNB, gained approximately 10 percent in the last 24 hours, while the GM30 index, which represents the overall market, rose around 6 percent. Binance stated that the investigation is still ongoing, that all user cases will be reviewed individually, and that progress will continue to be announced through official channels.
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13 Oct 2025
JPMorgan Issues Warning on Highly Anticipated Solana ETFs
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is expected to approve spot Solana ETFs this week. However, JPMorgan analysts believe that even potential approval would not generate a significant capital inflow into the market. The bank estimates that Solana ETFs could see approximately $1.5 billion in inflows in their first year. This figure is only one-seventh of the demand for Ethereum ETFs.Dreadful outlook for SolanaJPMorgan's analyst team, led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou, states that the weakness in Solana's on-chain activity, investor fatigue, and increasing market competition could limit expected capital inflows. According to the report, the concentration of meme coin-focused transactions, in particular, is reducing the network's appeal to institutional investors. Furthermore, the rise of products tied to multi-asset indices such as the "Digital Markets 50" developed by S&P Dow Jones Indices is also creating competitive pressure for Solana ETFs. The bank also emphasized that there are weak demand signals for Solana futures contracts on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). This suggests that professional investors' interest in Solana remains limited and that the shift towards ETFs may also be limited.The SEC is expected to announce decisions on approximately 16 different spot crypto ETF applications throughout October. Solana ETFs are among these applications. JPMorgan stated that the likelihood of approval is high, and that existing futures products (CME contracts) and REX Osprey's first Solana ETF, launched in July, support this process.Market participants have also begun to price in this expectation. Grayscale's Solana Trust product (GSOL) traded at a premium of approximately 750% to its net asset value (NAV) last year. However, as the ETF approval process nears, this premium has fallen to almost zero. A similar trend was observed before the Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs launched. Analysts believe that the ETF approval will be a symbolic achievement for the Solana ecosystem, but that a large capital inflow should not be expected in the short term. Institutional investors are now turning to multi-token portfolios or more balanced index products, rather than individual crypto assets. Conversely, spot ETF approval is expected to strengthen Solana's legitimacy in the long term and support institutional adoption of the network.Solana is a blockchain network known for its high transaction speeds and low fees. Its unique timestamp technology, called "Proof of History," allows it to process thousands of transactions per second at a low cost. This structure makes Solana particularly attractive for decentralized applications (dApps) and NFT projects. However, the recent increase in meme coin trading and network congestion has prevented this potential from being fully realized at the institutional level. Whether the network can regain steady growth momentum following ETF approval will be a key factor in determining investor interest. The SOL price is currently around $225.35.
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9 Oct 2025
Following Visa, Citigroup Joins the Stablecoin Race
Stablecoin-based payments are now on the radar not only of the crypto world but also of traditional finance giants. Citigroup's investment arm, Citi Ventures, has stepped into the center of this transformation with its strategic investment in BVNK, a stablecoin infrastructure developer. This move, which follows Visa's, signaled the race of global payment giants.Citigroup invests in stablecoin-based companyCiti Ventures, the investment arm of US financial giant Citigroup, has made a strategic investment in BVNK, a stablecoin-based payment platform. This may not be surprising to many. This comes at a time when interest in the stablecoin ecosystem from traditional finance (TradFi) giants is once again peaking.BVNK had previously received an investment from Visa in May. This makes both Visa and Citi Ventures the two major institutions behind this initiative focused on stablecoin infrastructure. The companies did not disclose the investment amount, but this partnership confirms that BVNK has become a major player in global payment systems. BVNK stands out with its annual transaction volume exceeding $20 billion. The company's clients include international payment giants such as Worldpay, Flywire, and dLocal. The platform allows businesses to make faster and more cost-effective cross-border payments by using stablecoins in conjunction with traditional currencies.The stablecoin sector has become one of the fastest-growing areas of the digital asset industry over the past year. Regulatory frameworks, particularly those implemented in major financial centers like the US and Hong Kong, have been a key factor supporting this growth. Banks, payment companies, and institutional investors are now beginning to integrate stablecoins not only into crypto exchanges but also directly into international trade and payment infrastructures.Citi Ventures President Arvind Purushotham stated that stablecoins are increasingly preferred for both on-chain transactions and the exchange of digital assets. Purushotham stated, "This technology, which offers secure, fast, and transparent payment solutions for the corporate finance world, will become a cornerstone of digital asset infrastructure in the coming years." BVNK has recently been gaining prominence not only with its stablecoin payments but also with its blockchain-based financial integration solutions. The company aims to bridge the gap between traditional banking and the digital asset world, bridging the gap. With the support of major players like Citi and Visa, this goal is expected to accelerate.According to expert opinions, Citigroup's move demonstrates that stablecoin-based infrastructures are becoming an operational efficiency tool for financial institutions. These investments deepen the integration between traditional payment networks and blockchain-based systems, paving the way for new standards in cross-border transactions.
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9 Oct 2025
Grayscale Updates Funds: AERO and Story (IP) Added to Portfolio
Crypto asset management giant Grayscale Investments has made a significant portfolio update to its DeFi, smart contract, and artificial intelligence-focused funds. The company removed the Maker (MKR) token from its portfolio and added new assets like Aerodrome Finance (AERO) and Story (IP). According to its own statements, the company aims to adapt to market trends and strengthen its thematic investment strategies with these changes to its fund composition. Let's take a look at the details of Grayscale's portfolio.DeFi fund reshaped: UNI and AAVE take center stageGrayscale's DEFG fund has reshaped its allocation in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space. Uniswap (UNI) leads the portfolio with 32.32%, followed by Aave (AAVE) with 28.07%, Ondo (ONDO) with 19.07%, Lido (LDO) with 7.02%, Curve (CRV) with 6.92%, and Aerodrome Finance (AERO) with 6.60%. Maker (MKR) was removed from the fund's composition and replaced with AERO. This change recalibrated the fund's risk allocation while maintaining exposure to liquidity and staking. Grayscale thus shifted its focus to more established DeFi protocols. Such rebalancing can increase price differentials in the short term, but offers investors a more stable allocation in the long term.Notable changes have also been made to the GSC fund. According to the updated allocation, Ether (ETH) accounts for 30.32%, Solana (SOL) for 30.97%, Cardano (ADA) for 18.29%, Avalanche (AVAX) for 7.57%, Sui (SUI) for 7.35%, and Hedera (HBAR) for 5.50%.The nearly equal weighting of ETH and SOL demonstrates Grayscale's balanced focus on two major players in the smart contract ecosystem. Such weightings could indirectly impact demand, particularly for Layer-1 networks (Layer-1), staking returns, and derivatives market activity.Story (IP) Surprise in AI FundThe most notable innovation in Grayscale's AI Fund is the addition of the Story (IP) token to the portfolio. The new composition is as follows: NEAR 25.81%, Bittensor (TAO) 22.15%, Story (IP) 21.53%, Render (RENDER) 12.91%, Filecoin (FIL) 11.39%, and The Graph (GRT) 6.21%.The addition of Story to the portfolio demonstrates that the fund is not limited to compute and storage projects, but is also expanding its focus to include content generation, data indexing, and distributed data infrastructures. Thus, Grayscale has established a more holistic structure that brings together data, storage, and processing power within its AI-powered blockchain ecosystem.The company stated in a statement that these moves were made to "adapt to market dynamics and more accurately represent the funds' investment theses." It also noted that the funds do not generate any income and instead sell assets in the portfolio from time to time to cover operational expenses.
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9 Oct 2025
What is Curve DAO Token (CRV)?
Curve DAO Token (CRV) holds a significant place in the DeFi ecosystem as the governance token of the Curve Finance protocol. To briefly define Curve Finance, it is an Ethereum-based automated market maker (AMM) protocol focused on stablecoin trading. Liquidity pools on Curve enable exchanges between assets of similar value with minimal price slippage.CRV coin is the governance and reward tool of this system. So, the answer to the question "What is CRV coin?" is that it is a token that offers participation in decision-making processes within the Curve ecosystem and incentivizes liquidity providers.Developed in 2020 under the leadership of Russian physicist and software developer Michael Egorov, Curve was created to enable low-cost and low-volatility transactions between stablecoins. This vision has made Curve a reliable infrastructure for both DeFi users and large investors. In this guide, we will address all the questions such as when the Curve DAO Token (CRV) was introduced, how it works, what functions it serves, and what its position in the DeFi ecosystem is.Definition and Origins of the Curve DAO TokenThe Curve DAO Token (CRV) is the governance token of Curve Finance, a decentralized exchange prominent in the DeFi ecosystem. CRV's primary purpose is to incentivize liquidity pools on Curve and make protocol governance community-based.Curve DAO launched in August, during the hot summer of 2020, during the DeFi boom. An interesting detail: just before the official launch, an anonymous developer deployed Curve's smart contracts, launching the CRV token a day earlier than expected. The Curve team confirmed this event and recognized August 14, 2020, as CRV's birthday.The total maximum supply is approximately 3.303 billion CRV. Approximately 43% of this, or 1.3 billion CRV, was allocated to locked distribution and vesting programs; in the early days, there was virtually no CRV in circulation.The project's development team consists of an experienced team led by Russian-born physicist and software developer Michael Egorov. Egorov has a strong background in cryptography, having previously participated in projects like NuCypher. The Curve protocol launched in January 2020, launching the first stablecoin pool on Ethereum and becoming the first AMM platform specifically optimized for stablecoin exchanges. CRV token inflation plan. Source: CRV whitepaper The Curve DAO Token's launch objective was to bring a new dimension to the concept of liquidity pools in DeFi. Unlike general-purpose AMMs like Uniswap, Curve focused on the exchange of assets of similar value (e.g., stablecoins pegged to $1). This structure allowed users to trade between stablecoins with near-zero slippage and benefit from low fees.The CRV token serves as both governance and an incentive tool to ensure the sustainability of this model. CRV holders can vote on key issues such as the protocol's fee structure, the addition of new pools, and the distribution of liquidity rewards. This puts control and the future of Curve in the hands of the community rather than a central team.The Curve DAO Token's History: Key MilestonesSince its launch, the Curve protocol and CRV token have experienced several critical milestones in the DeFi ecosystem. A look at the history of Curve coin reveals some notable developments:January 2020: Curve Finance launched its first liquidity pool on Ethereum (cDAI–cUSDC pool). This marked the birth of the first stablecoin-focused automated market maker (AMM) protocol.August 2020: The CRV token and Curve DAO were officially launched. The total supply was set at 3.03 billion CRV, approximately 1.3 billion of which were allocated to locked distribution programs. On launch day, the CRV price briefly surged above $50 (some sources say it briefly reached $60), but by the end of the same day, it had fallen to around $10. Within the first weeks, the price had fallen below $1.September 2020: A revenue sharing system based on community votes was implemented. Now, 50% of Curve's transaction fees were distributed to users who locked their CRV tokens and deposited them into the governance contract. Thus, CRV stakers began receiving a share of the platform's revenues. The famous 3pool pool, comprised of DAI, USDC, and USDT, was also launched during this period.Late 2020: Curve DAO introduced the "vote-escrowed CRV (veCRV)" system. CRV holders began earning veCRV by locking their tokens for a certain period of time. This model incentivized users for long-term governance by granting greater voting power and a share of revenue to long-term locking. Later that year, a community decision approved transferring half of transaction fees to veCRV holders, officially marking the beginning of the era of sharing protocol revenues.2021: Curve began transitioning beyond Ethereum to a multi-chain architecture. In January, integration with the Avalanche and Harmony networks was achieved, and in February, Curve was now available on the Fantom network. In April 2021, it was deployed on Polygon (Matic) and received liquidity incentives from the Polygon team. In July, pools were opened on the Ethereum sidechain xDai, and the Arbitrum integration was completed in August. That same month, Curve's total asset lockup (TVL) surpassed $10 billion for the first time. This expansion has made Curve a key provider of stablecoin liquidity across multiple ecosystems.Summer 2021: With the rise of the DeFi market, the CRV token experienced a strong rally. In August, the price reached around $6.50, marking an all-time high. Some sources indicate that it briefly reached $6.74 in January 2022.2022: Despite the market decline, the Curve team continued its development without slowing down. The CRV burn mechanism and revenue sharing model were updated through community votes. Some proposals envisioned using a portion of management fees to buy back and burn CRV from the market, aiming to limit the growth rate of the circulating supply. In January 2022, Curve broke records with $24.3 billion in total locked value and launched on the Moonbeam (Polkadot ecosystem) and Aurora (Near ecosystem) networks. During the Terra ecosystem's collapse in May, Curve pools reached a daily trading volume of $5.8 billion. That same year, Curve's web domain (curve.fi) was subjected to a DNS attack, but the team quickly contained the incident. By the end of the year, the CRV price was fluctuating between $0.40 and $1.2023: The Curve ecosystem gained its own stablecoin, crvUSD. Launched in May, crvUSD was designed as an over-collateralized stablecoin where users could borrow by providing collateral. Thanks to the LLAMMA (Lending-Liquidating AMM) algorithm, liquidations occur gradually, providing a more stable experience for borrowers. In July 2023, Curve was shaken by a major security incident. A vulnerability in the Vyper language led to the hacking of some pools, and approximately $70 million worth of crypto assets were stolen. This incident dropped the CRV price from $0.73 to $0.62. Founder Michael Egorov's highly collateralized loans on Aave faced liquidation risk, but with the support of the DeFi community and major players like Convex, Frax, and Aave, the situation was brought under control. After the incident, the Curve team tightened its security controls and reconsidered its contracts. 2024: Following the hack, Curve entered a restructuring process. Emergency measures were implemented through community votes, temporarily reducing CRV inflation and creating new incentives. Egorov and the team increased oversight to regain user trust and collaborated with white-hat hackers to recover funds. The Curve ecosystem significantly recovered throughout 2024. In October, the first crvUSD-based yield product, scrvUSD (Savings crvUSD), was introduced. This new stablecoin offers interest to its users and attracted over $20 million in deposits in its first month.2025: As of October 2025, CRV coin price is trading around $0.7. Why is the Curve DAO Token (CRV) Important?There are many factors that distinguish the Curve DAO Token from its peers and make it a critical asset within DeFi. So, let's summarize the benefits of the CRV token:A Model Focused on Stablecoin LiquidityCurve Finance enables trading of assets of the same value (especially stablecoins pegged 1:1) with minimal price slippage. This structure ensures almost no slippage even in large stablecoin transactions, making Curve indispensable for stablecoin trading. It also provides low-slip pools for liquid staking tokens like stETH, ensuring efficient trading of these assets.Governance Power and Community ControlCRV holders have a say in decisions that shape the future of the Curve protocol. The Curve DAO governance model utilizes community votes on a wide range of issues, from pool parameters and transaction fees to new network integrations and treasury spending. In the DeFi ecosystem, protocols like Yearn and Convex attempt to influence veCRV votes by collecting CRV. This further increases the importance of CRV in DeFi.veCRV system (vote-escrowed CRV)Users who lock their CRV tokens for a certain period receive veCRV in return. This system rewards long-term commitments. The longer the lockup period, the greater the user's voting power. veCRV holders not only have voting rights but also the right to share in transaction fees and receive a "boost" (yield increase) in liquidity mining. For example, a user who holds a sufficient amount of veCRV can increase their CRV rewards in pools by up to 2.5 times. This makes long-term Curve participation quite attractive.Revenue sharing and yield opportunitiesCurve distributes half of the platform's transaction fees to veCRV holders. This allows users who lock their CRV to earn passive income. CRV is also central to many yield farming strategies. Users who provide liquidity receive a share of transaction fees and CRV rewards. This system both incentivizes users and maintains Curve's strong liquidity.DeFi Integrations and Ecosystem ImpactCurve has become an infrastructure protocol in the DeFi world. Projects like Yearn Finance, Convex Finance, StakeDAO, Frax Finance, and Lido are building their products around Curve pools. For example, Yearn vaults channel user funds to Curve and collect CRV rewards, while Convex allows users to leverage CRV without locking their CRV. Thanks to these integrations, both the liquidity and the usage area of CRV have significantly expanded.A New Use Case with crvUSDThe Curve stablecoin, crvUSD, launched in 2023, has added new functionality to CRV. Now, users can borrow crvUSD using CRV or other collateral and utilize this stablecoin in various DeFi strategies. The success of crvUSD moved Curve from being just an exchange into the lending arena. This increased demand for CRV and protocol revenues.Liquidity Mining IncentivesCRV is the primary reward token awarded to users who provide liquidity to pools on Curve. When a user adds assets to pools like 3pool, they receive both a share of transaction fees and CRV incentives. This model played a key role in Curve's growth. Many investors accumulated CRV by providing liquidity and, over time, became influential in the protocol's governance.Curve Finance Ecosystem and Technical InfrastructureCurve Finance operates under the hood with a highly innovative automated market maker (AMM) algorithm. This algorithm is customized with the StableSwap model that gives Curve its name. Unlike Uniswap's constant product formula, Curve uses a combination of constant sum and constant product formulas. This hybrid structure maintains a 1:1 value balance of stablecoins while maintaining a relatively flat price curve. This means that when the assets in the pool are similar in value, even large transactions don't significantly impact the price. As a result, users can execute high-volume stablecoin swaps with minimal slippage. For example, in the popular 3pool (DAI/USDC/USDT) pool, even multi-million dollar transactions barely disrupt the price balance.Each Curve pool consists of assets of similar value. The most well-known example is 3pool, but there are also 2-pools (e.g., renBTC-WBTC) and 4-pools. Curve expanded this model over time, developing a new structure called a metapool. Metapools link the liquidity of a new token to one of Curve's main pools. This way, that token benefits from the main pool's liquidity, creating a deep market. For example, the sUSD metapool integrates with 3pools, enabling high-liquid exchange of sUSD against DAI, USDC, and USDT. V2 pools, introduced in 2021, include improvements optimized for more volatile assets (e.g., ETH and wBTC).Curve is now active not only on Ethereum but on many blockchains. It operates on networks such as Polygon, Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, Avalanche, BNB Chain, and Fantom. This cross-chain structure (cross-chain expansion) has been gradually implemented since 2021. For example, users who want to avoid the high transaction fees on Ethereum can choose Curve versions on Polygon or Arbitrum. Curve distributions across different networks operate on the same principle, and CRV incentives can be shared across networks. The community is even discussing the idea of a Cross-Chain DAO (xDAO) to consolidate governance across these different chains. This has transformed Curve from an Ethereum-based exchange into a multi-chain DeFi infrastructure.A key component of Curve's technical structure is its stablecoin, crvUSD. This token is based on the Collateralized Debt Position (CDP) model. Users can lock their collateral, such as ETH, stETH, or wBTC, into a smart contract and issue crvUSD in return. While this system is similar to MakerDAO's DAI model, Curve uses a specialized mechanism called LLAMMA (Lending-Liquidating AMM). LLAMMA gradually pays off the loan by selling collateral as the collateral ratio begins to decline, preventing users from liquidating suddenly. This provides a safer and more predictable experience for borrowers. With crvUSD, Curve is no longer just a DEX; it's also a lending platform. The scrvUSD product, introduced in 2024, offered additional income by earning interest on crvUSD balances.Security-wise, Curve is one of the most audited protocols in the DeFi ecosystem. Companies like Trail of Bits, Quantstamp, MixBytes, and ChainSecurity have conducted numerous audits. The Curve team also runs a bug bounty program that rewards developers who identify potential vulnerabilities. Following incidents like the DNS attack in 2022 and the Vyper vulnerability in 2023, the team further tightened its security processes. Especially after the Vyper attack, legacy contracts were disabled, and the frequency of audits was increased. Despite all the risks, Curve, which has long managed billions of dollars in assets, has gained a relatively reliable position in the DeFi world thanks to its substantial security experience and strong intervention track record.In short, Curve Finance's infrastructure: Its StableSwap algorithm, unique to stablecoins, stands out with its multi-chain deployment, collateralized crvUSD system, and rigorous auditing processes. This structure has made Curve not only an exchange but also one of the core liquidity infrastructures of DeFi. Today, many projects leverage Curve's pools and oracle data to maintain stablecoin balance and ensure price stability.Curve DAO and Governance ModelCurve DAO is a truly community-driven, decentralized, autonomous organization. This means that control of the Curve protocol and all major decisions are determined by the votes of CRV holders. Each CRV holder has a say in the protocol's governance based on the voting power they gain by locking their tokens. Despite being referred to as the "central bank of DeFi," Curve is governed by the community, independent of a central authority. For example, the CRV reward ratios (gauge weights) of pools within Curve are determined through regular votes. The community decides how much CRV incentive should be allocated to each pool, thus increasing liquidity flow to pools with higher rewards.At the heart of Curve's governance model is the veCRV (vote-escrowed CRV) system. CRV holders can lock their tokens for a desired period (between 1 week and 4 years). In return, they receive veCRV based on the lockup period. veCRV is non-transferable; it simply represents voting power. This design rewards long-term participants rather than short-term investors. For example, someone who locks up for four years earns the maximum (1:1) veCRV, while shorter lockups experience a proportional decrease. veCRV holders have three key privileges: the right to participate in governance votes, receive a share of transaction fees, and receive a boost—an extra return—on liquidity mining. This model introduced Curve's "locked vote" system to the DeFi world and has become a model for many projects.While some, such as Binance CEO CZ, advocate for token burns, Curve founder Michael Egorov and many DeFi developers argue that locking up tokens is more effective, both reducing the supply and strengthening governance.Convex Finance holds a unique place in the Curve ecosystem. Convex is a protocol that allows users to benefit from the benefits of veCRV without actually locking up their CRV. When users stake their CRV on Convex, Convex locks these tokens in its name and issues them cvxCRV in return. This allows users to gain both boost benefits and revenue sharing without worrying about lockup periods. This model proved so popular that Convex held a significant portion of Curve's total veCRV. This gave rise to the competition known as the "Curve Wars." Convex, Frax, and similar protocols, with their significant veCRV power, began voting to channel more CRV emissions into their preferred pools. This process kept CRV demand high and shaped Curve's liquidity incentives according to market dynamics.The Curve DAO's governance process is conducted through an open forum and voting system with thousands of participants. Discussions generally take place on the Curve Governance Forum; once proposals mature, they are put to a vote as a CIP (Curve Improvement Proposal). Accepted proposals are implemented directly within the protocol via smart contracts. The Curve DAO has become one of DeFi's largest communities, with tens of thousands of active participants. Transparency is a fundamental principle in decision-making. For example, in 2022, when a project called Mochi attempted to manipulate the voting system, the community immediately intervened, neutralizing the pool's incentives through extraordinary voting.Curve's Developers and CommunityThe key figure behind Curve Finance is Michael Egorov, a Russian-born physics PhD. With an extensive background in software and cryptography, Egorov served as CTO of the decentralized data privacy project NuCypher before joining Curve. After noticing the inefficiency of stablecoin exchanges in 2019, he developed the StableSwap formula and laid the foundation for Curve. With the protocol's launch in January 2020, a completely new era in DeFi began. Egorov spearheaded Curve's technical infrastructure and emerged as a leader who prioritized community governance. Although Egorov's credit for Aave came to the fore following the hack in the summer of 2023, this further highlighted his influence in the ecosystem. As of 2025, Egorov remains active in the Curve ecosystem and is also working on a new AMM model called Yield Basis, which aims to mitigate volatile losses.Curve's development team, led by Egorov, consists of numerous independent developers and open-source contributors. Initially a small team, the project has grown with the addition of developers from the community. Numerous contributors have joined the process, developing interfaces, testing smart contracts, and integrating new pools. The Curve team always takes a cautious approach when introducing innovations: first, security audits are conducted, then they are tested on the testnet, and finally, they are pushed to the mainnet by a community vote. This prioritizes security and stability.This ensures that security and stability are always prioritized.The Curve Ecosystem Fund, launched at the end of 2020, has paved the way for community-funded projects. This fund supports the promotion of new pools, security bounties, research projects, and development efforts.On the community side, the Curve DAO boasts a large and active participant base. Every week, heated discussions take place on various topics in the forums; CRV holders express their opinions, and while disagreements sometimes arise, the outcome is always determined by community vote. Participants include individual investors as well as founders of major protocols. For example, Yearn Finance founder Andre Cronje was an active Curve supporter during 2020–2021 and popularized the concept of "Curve Wars." The Convex Finance and Frax Finance teams also regularly participate in Curve votes. This has made the Curve forums a virtual hub for discussion and bargaining in the DeFi world.Collaborations have also played a significant role in Curve's success. Thanks to the Yearn Finance integration, Yearn vaults can earn returns from Curve pools. The partnership with Lido Finance enabled stETH/ETH liquidity to be pooled within Curve. Aave determines stablecoin interest rates using the rates in Curve pools. Even during the CRV liquidation crisis in 2023, the Aave and Curve communities worked together to resolve the issue. Frax Finance manages FraxBP, one of Curve's largest pools, and Curve has played a significant role in the success of its stablecoin, FRAX.The community isn't solely profit-focused; it's open to innovation. Throughout 2022 and 2023, DAO forums discussed numerous ideas, including cross-chain governance, CRV systems integrated with NFTs, and new AMM algorithms. While not every project materialized, Curve discussions played a guiding role for the DeFi industry. For example, the "liquidity gauge" system and the "vote-lock" model were later adopted by projects like Balancer. The Vote-lock model is also included in CRV's whitepaper CRV Token EconomicsOne of the most important factors determining the long-term success of a crypto project is its token economics. CRV tokenomics was created with a long-term plan to support Curve Finance's growth.The total supply of CRV was initially set at 3.03 billion, but this amount was not released at once. Curve planned a declining emission schedule spanning approximately 300 years. According to this schedule, the amount of new CRV entering circulation each year gradually decreases. At launch in August 2020, there was almost no CRV in circulation; rewards were distributed at a high emission rate in the first year. The production rate was gradually reduced in subsequent years. By 2025, approximately 1.9 billion of the total supply of 3.03 billion had been produced, of which approximately 1.1 billion were actively traded. The remainder is still locked or vested.CRV distribution was planned from the outset to be fair and incentive-driven. The percentages were as follows:• 62% – Liquidity providers (as rewards for those who fund Curve pools)• 30% – Community reserves and ecosystem incentives (strategic partnerships, development funds, emergency budgets)• 3% – Employees (with a 2-year vesting period)• 5% – Founders and early investors (with a 2-4 year vesting period)This distribution allowed the majority of CRV to be distributed to the community through liquidity mining in the early years. The gradual release of team and investor shares prevented early market selling pressure.While CRV is inherently inflationary, this inflation was designed to decrease annually. Initially, approximately 300 million CRV were produced annually; this amount has been decreasing by an average of 15% annually. While more than 1 CRV was produced per second in 2021, this rate has decreased significantly by 2025. Reaching the full supply will take a very long time, likely reaching the 2100s. The logic behind this model is to attract liquidity with high rewards in the initial stages and to maintain the token's value by limiting supply growth in subsequent years.Another notable aspect of the CRV economy is the burn and buyback mechanisms. CRV is not a token that is constantly burned; on the contrary, its supply increases over time. However, Curve DAO has taken steps to use protocol revenues to support CRV value. With a decision made at the end of 2020, 50% of transaction fees began to be channeled into the DAO treasury. These revenues were used to buy back 3CRV tokens from the market and distribute them to CRV holders. Further strengthening this model and burning a portion of the collected 3CRV were discussed in 2022.Michael Egorov emphasized in his statements in 2023 that even without a direct CRV burn mechanism, the CRV lockup system effectively produces the same effect. Long-term lockups support the token price by reducing the circulating supply. Proposals such as further reducing CRV inflation in the future or making direct market purchases with the proceeds are still being discussed within the Community.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Below are some frequently asked questions and answers about the Curve DAO Token:What is the Curve DAO Token (CRV) and what does it do?: CRV is the governance and rewards token of the Curve Finance protocol. CRV holders can vote in the protocol, earn liquidity mining rewards, and receive a share of transaction fees through CRV. In short, CRV provides both governance power and incentives within the Curve ecosystem.When and by whom was Curve DAO founded?: The Curve protocol was founded in January 2020 by Michael Egorov, a Russian-born software developer with a PhD in physics. The Curve DAO and the CRV token launched in August of that year. The official launch date of Curve DAO is considered to be August 14, 2020.Which blockchains does Curve Finance work on?: Curve was originally developed on Ethereum but has evolved over time into a multi-chain structure. Today, Curve: Polygon is active on many different networks, including Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, Avalanche, BNB Chain, Fantom, Harmony, and xDai. Users can exchange stablecoins through Curve interfaces on these networks. This has made Curve one of the most widely used multi-chain DEX platforms in the DeFi world.What is the veCRV system?: veCRV (vote-escrowed CRV) is a special governance token obtained by locking CRV tokens for a specified period. Users can lock their CRV for any period, from 1 week to 4 years. The longer the lockup period, the more veCRV is earned. veCRV holders have the right to participate in voting in the Curve DAO, receive revenue shares from transaction fees, and earn boosts (increased returns) on liquidity mining rewards. This system forms the basis of Curve's long-term participation reward structure.Is Curve Finance safe?: Curve is one of the most regulated and widely used protocols in the DeFi space. Its smart contracts have been audited numerous times by firms like Trail of Bits and Quantstamp. While generally operating stably since 2020, there was a DNS attack in 2022 and a hack caused by the Vyper vulnerability in 2023. The team responded quickly to these incidents, recovering a large portion of user funds. Today, Curve is considered a "vetted but risky" protocol, as smart contract risk cannot be completely eliminated in the DeFi world.What is crvUSD?: crvUSD is a stablecoin launched by Curve Finance in 2023, pegging its value to $1. Users can mint crvUSD by locking their ETH, wBTC, or similar collateral into smart contracts. What distinguishes crvUSD is its special liquidation mechanism called LLAMMA. This system gradually sells the position when the collateral value begins to decline, preventing sudden liquidations. This provides a more stable and secure borrowing experience for users. Don't forget to follow our JR Crypto guide series for the latest developments in the Curve DAO Token and DeFi world.
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8 Oct 2025
YZi Labs Announces $1 Billion Massive Fund for BNB Ecosystem
YZi Labs has launched a massive $1 billion fund to support startups in the BNB Chain ecosystem. The company aims to strengthen BNB's growth potential by investing in projects focused on Web3, artificial intelligence (AI), DeFi, and biotechnology.YZi Labs launches BNB networkFormerly known as Binance Labs before its rebranding, YZi Labs repositioned itself in the crypto space last year by changing its identity. In a statement, YZi Labs stated that this fund, called the "BNB Builder Fund," will provide support to entrepreneurs working in various fields such as decentralized finance (DeFi), artificial intelligence, real-world assets (RWA), decentralized science (DeSci), and wallet infrastructure. The fund will also operate as part of the YZi Residency program and will include BNB Chain's "Most Valuable Builder (MVB)" accelerator program. Projects selected for the MVB program will receive up to $500,000 in funding and will gain direct access to YZi Labs and BNB Chain's core team. This structure aims to accelerate the financial and technical development of early-stage startups.BNB Chain has recently experienced significant growth in transaction volume and active users. According to Token Terminal data, the network ranked first in daily transactions, DEX volume, and active addresses. As of October, BNB Chain's monthly active addresses reached 57.8 million, surpassing Solana's 38.5 million. The network's daily transaction volume is approaching $4.7 billion, while the total value locked (TVL) on the decentralized exchange Aster, in particular, has increased by 500% to $2.4 billion.YZi Labs's funding initiative aims not only to support developers on BNB Chain but also to increase liquidity and transaction activity on the chain. Historically, such ecosystem funds have been known to lead to strong increases in token prices. For example, in 2021, Near Protocol raised its token price to $18 within two months after establishing an $800 million ecosystem fund. That same year, the Avalanche Foundation announced a $200 million fund, dubbed "Blizzard," and the price of AVAX quickly surged by more than 80 percent.BNB may be entering a similar period. Having gained 11.6 percent in value in the last month, this fund announcement is rumored to be sparking a new rally. The network's transaction density and new developer interest have refocused investors' attention on BNB.YZi Labs President Ella Zhang said, "With this fund, we are supporting the BNB ecosystem in building a future based on human-centric technologies. We want to empower those building the next phase of open systems."
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8 Oct 2025
3x Leveraged ETFs for XRP, SOL, ETH, and Bitcoin Are Coming
The crypto market is heating up again. This time, GraniteShares is taking the stage. The US-based investment company has launched a plan for 3x leveraged exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for XRP, Solana, Ethereum, and Bitcoin. This means investors will now be able to take leveraged positions on both upside and downside of these major crypto assets with up to three times the leverage. 3x leveraged ETFs are coming for four cryptocurrenciesUS-based investment company GraniteShares is taking a new step to whet the appetite of crypto investors. The company has applied to offer 3x leveraged exchange-traded funds (ETFs) based on XRP, Solana, Ethereum, and Bitcoin. These products will be designed for both long (bullish) and short (bearish) positions.GraniteShares already offers similar leveraged products for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. However, the new application promises investors much higher returns (and, of course, risk) by offering up to 3x leveraged trading, particularly for XRP. Interest in XRP ETFs ContinuesIn recent months, 2X leveraged XRP ETFs have gained significant popularity among investors. GraniteShares aims to take this trend a step further. The company's planned 3x version is designed for risk-averse investors looking to maximize price fluctuations.However, this move comes at a time when the overall outlook for the crypto market is pessimistic. The XRP price has fallen below $2.90, while Bitcoin and Ethereum are also in the red. This has dampened enthusiasm for ETF applications in the short term.Approval Process Stalled by Government ShutdownThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has temporarily suspended review of new ETF applications due to the federal government shutdown. This has led to the indefinite postponement of approval for many altcoin products, including XRP ETFs.Nevertheless, GraniteShares' persistence is noteworthy. The company was one of the first institutions to champion crypto ETFs in the past. This move could create a leadership opportunity in the "high risk, high return" segment.Leading XRP lawyer Bill Morgan responded to GraniteShares's application with humor: "I will continue to panic-buy XRP in the face of this overwhelming demand for an XRP ETF," he said. Morgan also emphasized that the application demonstrates that XRP remains among the top four cryptocurrencies, alongside Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana.GraniteShares's move signals continued interest in XRP from institutional investors, even as the market declines. Despite regulatory uncertainty and price weakness, leveraged ETF offerings have brought XRP back into the headlines.The market's calm comes amidst a growing influence of traditional finance (TradFi). However, if these 3X leveraged products are approved, a renewed surge of volatility and renewed retail investor interest is expected in the crypto market.In short, if GraniteShares's move is approved, it could usher in a new era for risk-averse investors—a bold step bridging the gap between crypto and traditional finance.
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8 Oct 2025
ALT Comment and Price Analysis - October 7, 2025
ALT Technical AnalysisAnalyzing the ALT chart, we see that the coin is still forming a symmetrical triangle pattern, with the price currently trading near the lower boundary of the structure. This area can be considered the final phase of the formation, where a breakout in either direction typically occurs with strong momentum.ALT is currently trading around $0.0289, and the lower border of the triangle at $0.0266 is acting as a critical support level. The overall technical outlook remains positive as long as the price holds above this zone. The first resistance to monitor is $0.0311; above this, a move toward $0.0345 could be triggered with a daily close. The technical target area, in case of a bullish breakout, lies between $0.039 and $0.045. However, if the price closes below $0.0266, the pattern may be invalidated, and a drop toward $0.024 could occur. Triangle Formation Summary:Support level: $0.0266 (key level to hold)Resistance levels: $0.0311 → $0.0345Bullish target (if breakout occurs): $0.039 – $0.045Bearish risk: Below $0.0266 → potential move to $0.024The chart is in its final consolidation phase, and a decisive breakout will likely define the next major directional move.
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7 Oct 2025
STRK Commentary and Price Analysis - October 7, 2025
STRK/USDT Technical AnalysisAnalyzing the STRK chart, we see that the price has recently broken above the symmetrical triangle formation, signaling a shift in trend direction and short-term momentum. It is currently trading around $0.1509, trying to hold above the breakout area. Triangle Fracture According to a bullish scenario, the area between $0.155 and $0.170 stands as the first resistance to follow. Holding above this resistance, the price may continue its upward move toward $0.198. Based on the height of the triangle, the technical target in the medium term lies between $0.23 and $0.25.In case of a downward correction, the level at $0.126—aligning with the upper border of the broken triangle—would act as a key support. It is crucial for the price to bounce from here to keep the breakout valid, as this support could serve as a retest zone. If this level fails, the next support to follow would be $0.111.To summarize: STRK has turned bullish after breaking out of its triangle formation. A move toward $0.17, $0.19, and possibly $0.23 is quite possible as long as the price holds above $0.126.
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7 Oct 2025