Russia’s largest bank is preparing crypto trading and custody services for its 100M+ customer base, with BTC ETH and USDT reportedly among the assets being tested.
A major step toward mainstream crypto adoption in Russia!
🇺🇸 TRUMP RECORD OIL FLOWS THROUGH STRAIT OF HORMUZ
President Donald Trump says more oil passed through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz over the last three days than at any point in its history.
The claim comes as Middle East oil exports have rebounded sharply despite continued security risks and tanker attacks around the waterway.
Hormuz remains critical for global energy markets any disruption could quickly impact oil prices inflation and risk assets including crypto.
🇿🇦 SOUTH AFRICA’S FNB OPENS CRYPTO TRADING TO 9 MILLION CUSTOMERS
South Africa’s First National Bank (FNB) has launched crypto trading for nearly 9 million customers bringing digital assets directly into mainstream banking.
This move could mark another major step toward wider crypto adoption through traditional banks, giving millions of South Africans easier access to digital assets.
Former UBS Asia investment banking head Joseph Chee believes China could eventually reopen access to crypto under a tightly regulated framework.
If one of the world’s largest markets returns, massive potential demand could flow back into Bitcoin and other digital assets possibly creating a powerful new crypto supercycle.
TRX is testing a key support zone around 0.335 – 0.340 If this support breaks with strong selling pressure the chart could see a deeper correction toward 0.290
China imported over 1,000 tonnes of gold in the first 8 months of 2026 worth around $150B. This massive demand highlights strong interest in gold as a safe haven asset.
🔥 OCTOBER 2026 WILL UPTOBER RETURN OR IS ANOTHER BIG SHOCK COMING?
September has closed and Bitcoin enters October with a much stronger setup than it had a few months ago. BTC gained more than 40% during Q3 while U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted around $2.65B in net inflows during September. Institutional demand is clearly still present. But October may not be a straight-line rally. The biggest catalyst to watch is the Federal Reserve. Softer U.S. inflation has reduced expectations for another rate hike which could support Bitcoin and other risk assets. However elevated Treasury yields and inflation risks could quickly bring selling pressure back. The next major Fed meeting is scheduled for October 27–28. There is also a major difference from last year. October 2025 delivered one of crypto’s biggest liquidation events ever. More than $19B in leveraged positions were wiped out after a sudden macro shock triggered a massive cascade. This year the market has stronger institutional participation improving ETF demand and a more developed regulatory environment. The SEC has also proposed new crypto custody rules while the U.S. Treasury is implementing the GENIUS Act’s stablecoin framework. So what is my October view? 📈 BULLISH CASE: If ETF inflows remain strong Fed expectations become more dovish and BTC holds its key support zone Bitcoin could challenge the $90K area and potentially continue higher. ⚠️ BEARISH CASE: If ETF inflows slow Treasury yields rise or leverage builds too quickly October could produce a sharp liquidation before the next major move. 🎯 MY TAKE: October looks more like a high volatility accumulation/breakout month than an easy Uptober. The key is not predicting every candle. Watch: • BTC ETF flows • U.S. inflation data • Fed comments • Treasury yields • BTC leverage & open interest • BTC support/resistance • Stablecoin liquidity One thing is certain: October 2026 could be one of the most important months of Q4 for crypto. 🚨 Don’t chase the pump. Watch the liquidity. #Bitcoin #crypto #BTC #Uptobe #Ethereum
🚨 $110M IN CRYPTO SHORTS LIQUIDATED IN JUST 10 MINUTES
A sharp market move has triggered massive short liquidations forcing over $110 million in bearish positions to close.
This sudden squeeze shows how quickly volatility can accelerate across the crypto market Traders are now watching BTC and major altcoins closely for the next move.