Analysts Weigh Dogecoin’s Soaring Potential Against Market Realities
Analysts suggest Dogecoin (DOGE) still possesses significant upside potential, though its path is contingent on overcoming key resistance levels and broader market sentiment. The meme coin’s fate remains tied to crypto market cycles and community momentum.
Litecoin (LTC) Price Prediction: Bull Pennant Pattern Suggests Potential $5,000 Breakout
Technical analysis reveals Litecoin (LTC) is forming a bullish pennant pattern that could precede a massive price breakout, with some analysts projecting a long-term target of $5,000 if key resistance levels are breached.
North Korea Uses AI to Scale Crypto Attacks, Expert Warns
North Korean state-backed hackers are leveraging AI tools to automate cryptocurrency theft at unprecedented scale, according to Mysten Labs’ chief cryptographer. The technology enables small hacking teams to scan thousands of smart contracts for vulnerabilities within minutes, posing a more immediate threat than quantum computing.
Crypto Market Gains 3.5% After $100B Volatility Swings
The cryptocurrency market experienced extreme volatility during the week ending October 25, gaining and losing over $100 billion in market capitalization before settling at $3.83 trillion—a net 3.5% weekly increase. XRP emerged as the top performer among major cryptocurrencies with 10.5% gains, while Bitcoin and Ethereum experienced turbulent trading ranges.
Pump.fun Acquires Padre Trading Terminal as Memecoin Market Cools
Solana memecoin launchpad Pump.fun has acquired multichain trading terminal Padre for an undisclosed amount to enhance liquidity and trading volumes as the memecoin market experiences significant contraction. The acquisition comes as Pump.fun’s monthly revenue declined 80% from January peaks and overall memecoin market cap fell over 21% in the past month.
Solana Holds $185 Support as DeFi and NFT Activity Surge
Solana trades around $185 while maintaining key support levels as on-chain metrics show 37% stablecoin inflow growth and 45% NFT marketplace volume increase in Q3. Hong Kong’s approval of a Solana ETF marks the first non-Bitcoin/Ethereum crypto ETF in Asia, potentially influencing future U.S. regulatory decisions.
DeFi Perpetuals Trading Volume Surpasses $1 Trillion in October
Decentralized perpetual futures trading volume exceeded $1 trillion in October with a week remaining in the month, shattering August’s $762 billion record. Hyperliquid leads with $317.6 billion, followed by Lighter, Aster, and edgeX as decentralized exchanges capture growing market share from centralized competitors.
Trump Pardons Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao
President Trump pardoned former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, who was convicted of violating anti-money laundering laws and served four months in prison. The pardon is the latest in a series benefiting cryptocurrency executives as the Trump administration reverses Biden-era enforcement targeting the crypto industry.
Ethereum Struggles Below $4K as Long-Term Holders Sell
Ethereum continues facing resistance at the $4,000 level as exchange data reveals declining outflows and rising inflows, indicating reduced accumulation and increased selling pressure from long-term holders. On-chain metrics show the third-largest Age Consumed spike in three months, suggesting dormant coins are moving as holders take profits or cut losses.
110-Year-Old Retailer Bealls Now Accepts Crypto Payments In-Store
Bealls, a US retail chain with 660+ stores, has partnered with Flexa Payments to accept over 99 cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, and meme coins across its locations. The move makes Bealls the first national retailer to enable cryptocurrency payments from any wallet across multiple blockchains simultaneously.
