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October 2024 is currently marked by notable declines in the crypto market. Investors, very concerned, are wondering if Uptober will ultimately take place, or if they should already consider other solutions. In any case, the analysis of this week 41 of 2024 will allow them to position themselves and make informed decisions for the end of the year.

A wave of massive ETH sales from the PlusToken affair, an old Ponzi scheme that wreaked havoc in 2019, is bringing back ghosts from the past. This situation, reminiscent of the events of 2021, is putting pressure on the price of Bitcoin and causing panic among some investors.

According to a recent report from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the messaging application Telegram has become a preferred tool for illicit activities related to cryptocurrencies. This report highlights how powerful criminal syndicates in Southeast Asia are using Telegram to conduct large-scale operations, including money laundering and crypto fraud.

The FBI recently took an unprecedented step by launching its own cryptocurrency! This innovative initiative has allowed for the dismantling of a complex network of fraudsters operating in the crypto sector.

This Wednesday, October 9, 2024, François Villeroy de Galhau, Governor of the Bank of France, made a direct call: "It is time for everyone to make an effort." In a context where public finances are spiraling out of control, with a deficit that has widened by 100 billion euros since January, this statement leaves no room for ambiguity. Every economic actor, from citizens to businesses and local authorities, must accept sacrifices to avoid a budgetary collapse.

The world of cryptocurrencies is ruthless. While some projects emerge with brilliance, others struggle to convince or sink into obscurity. This harsh reality is what Max Keiser, an iconic figure of Bitcoin maximalism, bluntly reminds XRP holders. With a statement as sharp as it is expected, he announces that "the XRP rally will never happen," attacking Ripple's cryptocurrency once again. While the XRP community still hopes for a rebound, the latest developments in the lawsuit against the SEC continue to weigh down its price. Nevertheless, optimistic voices persist and bet on a potential technical reversal.

Bitcoin is soaring, but Wall Street is snoozing. While Americans are counting sheep, Asians are driving up BTC!

The Shiba Inu is going through a tumultuous period, far from the past euphoria of meme coins. While its price struggles to break out of a narrow range, the activity of Shibarium, its layer 2 network, is dangerously waning. The crypto sector is, by nature, dynamic and volatile, but this…

Uniswap Labs, the creator of the renowned decentralized crypto exchange protocol, unveils Unichain, its Layer 2 blockchain based on Optimism's OP Stack technology. This innovation promises faster and cheaper transactions, strengthening its position in the DeFi ecosystem.

Vitalik, the teenager who tinkered with Ethereum in his garage, on his way to a Nobel Prize? Just need to put on the tie!

Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao recently expressed his "serious concerns" to his American counterpart Gina Raimondo, amid rising tensions that threaten the world's economic balance.

Google recently announced a major integration that could transform the way users interact with crypto. Now, users can search for any .eth domain name and check the associated balances directly in Google Search. This feature, which relies on data from Etherscan, marks an important milestone in the adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies by tech giants.

On Polymarket, it’s 12.7% that take the prize… the others remain in "dreamer" mode with their Bitcoins.

The TON blockchain, once developed by Telegram, has just crossed a key threshold: that of 100 million active users. This figure reflects rapid and massive adoption, propelled by a series of technological developments within the ecosystem. However, this rise raises questions about the mixed performance of Toncoin, the native cryptocurrency of TON.

As the year 2025 looms on the horizon, crypto investors are closely monitoring the forecasts from major financial institutions. The report from Standard Chartered could well redefine market expectations. Indeed, the British bank anticipates a major upheaval among the leading cryptos, with Solana (SOL) potentially surpassing Ethereum (ETH) and even Bitcoin (BTC), should Donald Trump be re-elected as President of the United States. Beyond the usual fluctuations, it is the correlation between American economic policies and the evolution of cryptocurrencies that is highlighted.

The neutral fear and greed index? An opportunity for those who prefer smart buying over depressing plunges!

The tech company MicroStrategy, known for its massive investments in Bitcoin, has just achieved an exceptional stock performance. According to a recent report, its stock recorded a staggering gain of 1,208% since 2020, far surpassing Bitcoin's rise of 445% during the same period.

France is facing an unprecedented financial deadlock, with public debt estimated at 110.6% of GDP and a deficit well beyond European criteria. Indeed, the era of half-measures seems to be over, and the Montaigne Institute, an influential Parisian think tank, is sounding the alarm with a bold report titled "Public Finances: The End of Illusions." This document proposes ambitious reforms aimed at saving nearly 150 billion euros by 2050.

More and more voices are being raised in favor of Quantitative Easing in China. An analyst from Goldman Sachs.

The escalation of trade tensions between the European Union and China regarding tariffs on electric vehicles threatens to shake the global economy. While Brussels has voted in favor of these measures, Beijing is preparing its response, casting a shadow of targeted reprisals over the European countries most supportive of this decision.

Under the sun of the SEC, no shadow for the XRP ETF: the crypto market waits, Bitwise is brooding.

After a difficult day on Monday, the S&P 500 rebounded on Tuesday, benefiting from the drop in oil prices. This rebound was well received by stock investors, who had been concerned about the recent increases in energy prices and bond yields.

With massive whale sales, Ethereum is approaching crucial support at $2,300. Will it bounce back to $6,000 or collapse to $1,600?

The decision of the U.S. Supreme Court has just shaken the world of crypto. By dismissing the controversial case of Battle Born Investments, which claimed ownership of 69,370 Bitcoins seized on Silk Road, the highest court in the United States has opened the door to a possible massive liquidation by…

In a volatile context, JPMorgan analysts identified in a report the key elements likely to influence the upcoming weeks for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the entire crypto market. These observations are particularly relevant at a time when regulation, monetary policies, and technological advancements converge to reshape an ever-changing ecosystem.

On October 6, 2024, Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, celebrates its 10th anniversary with the release of a documentary titled "Stability and Freedom in Chaos." This film highlights the significant impact of USDT in countries like Turkey, Brazil, and Argentina, where rampant inflation has driven citizens to seek crypto alternatives to protect their wealth.

Last night, the crypto market experienced a significant drop, raising many questions among investors and analysts. Several global events that occurred over the past 24 hours appear to have contributed to this decline. Which ones?

The legal saga of FTX is finally coming to an end. After nearly two years of battles and attempts to recover funds, the courts have finally ordered the repayment of 16 billion dollars to the former clients of the asset exchange platform through the approval of a plan.