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Zug, Switzerland, October 19th, 2026, Chainwire
StakerX's AI Agent Surpasses Passes $40M Staked Assets on Solana Within Three Months of Launch
StakerGPT trades crypto markets around the clock and publishes every trade it makes, as more than 8,200 users join the platform
StakerX.ai, an agentic trading platform built by Switzerland-based StakerX Strategies AG, has passed $40 million in assets staked on Solana less than three months after its public launch on July 13, 2026. Users fund their stakes with more than 40 cryptocurrencies from most major blockchains, and StakerGPT, the platform's agentic trading agent, puts that capital to work in crypto perpetual futures markets every day.
An AI agent that shows its work
An agentic system is AI software that carries out a multi-step task on its own. StakerGPT is built on rare-access Claude Mythos: it monitors crypto markets around the clock, reasons over potential trade setups, filters them through risk controls and routes the approved trades for execution, without a human placing each order.
Every trade is public. StakerX publishes the full record daily at stakerx.ai/trades, with the market, direction, entry and exit prices and return of each position, including both live-executed and signal-derived trades. As of October 18, 2026, the record holds 804 trades across 139 trading days since June 1, 2026, so anyone can check what the agent did on any given day instead of relying on summary figures.
Fund it with almost any coin
Users can deposit USDC, USDT, BTC, ETH, SOL, BNB, TRX and more than 30 other cryptocurrencies from Solana, Ethereum, Bitcoin, BNB Chain, Base, Arbitrum, Polygon, Tron and other networks. Each deposit is converted and credited as USDC, a dollar-backed stablecoin, on Solana, so users do not need to bridge or swap anything themselves. Stakes start at $10 and run for 30 days.
Three months of growth
As of October 18, 2026, StakerX.ai reports:
$40 million currently staked on the platform
More than 8,200 registered users, of whom more than 3,000 have funded an account
804 trades published across 139 trading days
More than 27,700 completed withdrawals, totalling $10+ million
Nearly $12 million in yield credited to users since launch
Coming to the App Store and Google Play
StakerX is preparing native mobile apps for iOS and Android, expected in December 2026, which will bring the dashboard, deposits and the live StakerGPT trade record to the Apple App Store and Google Play. The platform is available today on the web at stakerx.ai.
About StakerX
StakerX is an agentic trading platform built and operated by StakerX Strategies AG, a quantitative trading and investment firm based in Switzerland. Its AI trading agent, StakerGPT, is built on rare-access Claude Mythos and evaluates crypto markets, applies risk filters and routes trades, and the platform publishes every trade in its record daily. Its goal is to make agentic trading accessible to anyone who holds crypto, from any chain, with every trade on the record. StakerX launched publicly on July 13, 2026. More information is available at stakerx.ai.
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Bitcoin’s $81,000 support could determine whether BTC advances toward $84,000 and $86,500 or retreats to $76,000.
Ethereum needs to hold $2,350 to target $2,700 and $3,000, while a breakdown could expose support near $2,000.
XRP must defend $1.25 and break above $1.56 to target $2, while Bitcoin outperforms ETH and XRP on Binance.
Bitcoin is holding above $81,000 as analyst Ali Charts identifies support levels that could determine whether BTC, Ethereum, and XRP rebound or fall further. His analysis sets upside targets at $84,000 for Bitcoin, $2,700 for Ethereum, and $2 for XRP, while a four-hour Binance chart shows BTC outperforming both altcoins.
Bitcoin Tests $81,000 as Ethereum Faces $2,350
Ali Charts identifies $81,000 as Bitcoin’s key support, marking the lower boundary of its daily rising channel. If buyers defend that level, BTC could advance toward $84,000, the channel’s midpoint, and then $86,500. However, a break below $81,000 would put $76,000 in focus.
https://twitter.com/alicharts/status/2111898511189115374?s=20
Ethereum faces a similar test at $2,350, the support line of a right-angled ascending broadening pattern. According to Ali Charts, a rebound could push ETH toward $2,700 or $3,000. However, a daily close below $2,350 would shift attention to $2,000.
XRP Needs $1.25 Support and a $1.56 Breakout
XRP’s key level is $1.25, which Ali Charts says could complete the right shoulder of a potential inverse head-and-shoulders pattern on the three-day chart. However, the formation still needs confirmation. A sustained close above $1.56 could open a path toward $2, while losing $1.25 would put $1 in focus.
Ali Charts said he is monitoring how all three cryptocurrencies react at their respective support levels before calling a reversal. The price levels remain central to his assessment of their next moves.
Bitcoin Outperforms Ethereum and XRP on Binance
The four-hour BTC/USD chart shows Bitcoin trading at $82,641.44, up $236.35, or 0.29%, on the latest candle. Its reported high was $82,719.38, while the low reached $82,405.09. Bitcoin’s relative performance climbed above 8% and briefly approached 10% during the September 18–22 rally.
Source: TradingView
Momentum weakened in early October, followed by a sharp decline around October 7. After further fluctuations, the reading recovered to 5.15%. Ethereum’s comparative performance stood at -4.46%, while XRP recorded -10.29%. Both remained below zero on the chart’s comparison scale.
Trading volume spiked around September 19–23, with smaller bursts during October’s declines. Recent volume remained subdued as Bitcoin attempted to recover.

More than $134 billion exited altcoins in 15 days, with 48.4% of Binance-listed tokens trading below their 200-day moving average.
Mid- and small-cap assets recorded stronger monthly growth ratios at 41%, compared with Bitcoin’s 7% and large caps’ 3.5%.
Michael van de Poppe highlighted rising trader fear as weakening market breadth and profit-taking undermine altcoin momentum.
Altcoin momentum has weakened sharply after a brief rally from late August through early October, with more than $134 billion leaving the sector over 15 days. Analyst Darkfost reported that the share of Binance-listed altcoins trading above their 200-day moving average has fallen significantly. Meanwhile, Michael van de Poppe highlighted growing fear among traders during the correction.
Binance Altcoin Breadth Drops as Outflows Accelerate
Darkfost said more than 90% of Binance-listed altcoins had traded above their 200-day moving average during the recent rally. The share of coins trading below that level dropped from 81% to under 10%, confirming broad upward momentum.
However, that trend has reversed, with 48.4% of Binance-listed altcoins now trading below their 200-day moving average. Darkfost also reported that altcoins attracted more than $814 billion in inflows during the rally before losing over $134 billion in the past 15 days.
The analyst attributed much of the recent outflow to rapid profit-taking. The figures show that nearly half of Binance-listed altcoins have fallen below a key long-term technical indicator.
Mid-Small Caps Outperform Bitcoin in Recent Growth
Darkfost also noted that mid- and small-cap assets recorded the strongest market capitalization growth since late August. Their monthly average market capitalization has moved increasingly above its annual average, with the ratio reaching 41%.
https://twitter.com/Darkfost_Coc/status/2111765256166838618?s=20
Bitcoin recorded a smaller ratio of 7%, while large-cap assets registered 3.5%. Darkfost said this pattern differs from the 2023 bear-market recovery, when Bitcoin led the market’s advance.
However, mid- and small-cap assets tend to be more sensitive to market changes. Their stronger recent growth can therefore reverse quickly as conditions change.
Van de Poppe Highlights Fear During Altcoin Correction
Analyst Michael van de Poppe said traders had previously wanted opportunities to buy altcoins during a correction. Now that prices have declined, he observed that fear has made some investors wait for even lower prices.
https://twitter.com/CryptoMichNL/status/2111873946597687425?s=20
Van de Poppe said traders were increasingly concerned that the market could enter a longer bear phase. His comments followed Darkfost’s data showing weaker altcoin breadth and substantial capital outflows.
Darkfost noted that altcoin sentiment and market performance can change quickly. The latest figures show a retreat from the broad rally recorded between late August and early October.

Fidelity’s Jurrien Timmer identifies Bitcoin’s $60,000 level as critical support and says power-law patterns suggest a new four-year bull market.
Timmer projects Bitcoin could reach $300,000 by 2029, more than 3.5 times its reported price of approximately $84,000.
Bitwise reports growing institutional interest in Bitcoin and gold as potential hedges against currency debasement, though some investors view Bitcoin primarily as technology.
Bitcoin may be entering a new four-year bull market, according to Fidelity Investments Global Macro Director Jurrien Timmer. On Friday, Timmer said Bitcoin’s power-law patterns pointed to a new cycle after the cryptocurrency held $60,000. He set a $300,000 target for 2029, despite Bitcoin trading near $84,000.
Timmer Sets $300,000 Bitcoin Target for 2029
Timmer shared his assessment on X, writing that Bitcoin’s power-law model suggested a new cyclical bull market was underway. He identified $60,000 as the level Bitcoin needed to hold before the potential cycle began.
His target would place Bitcoin more than 3.5 times above its current price of roughly $84,000. It would also exceed the cryptocurrency’s previous all-time high of $126,198, reached in 2025. Notably, Timmer’s latest view differs from his comments in August.
At that time, he said Bitcoin had held the floor of its power-law curve. He also argued that the correction had lasted long enough to meet the requirements of a mild four-year market downturn. However, his August comments did not identify a new bull market or provide a price target.
Bitcoin Chart Tracks $60,000 Support and Gold
Timmer’s chart compares Bitcoin’s price with a power-law trend line and a lower support line. It uses weekly data from Fidelity, Bloomberg and Haver Analytics.
The chart labels $60,000 as the “line in the sand.” It also showed the level at $81,218 on September 20, above the designated threshold. During the recent decline, Bitcoin did not break below that level.
Additionally, the chart tracks Bitcoin’s performance relative to gold. That indicator has recovered to positive 6% after reaching approximately negative 100%.
Previous cycle bottoms reached negative 120%, negative 118% and negative 102%, according to the chart. Each trough preceded another cycle.
Bitwise Reports Institutional Interest in Bitcoin and Gold
Meanwhile, Bitwise said in a Wednesday report that some institutions increasingly view Bitcoin and gold through the same macroeconomic investment strategy. The report noted that concerns about fiat currency debasement have contributed to interest in both assets.
Some institutions consider Bitcoin and gold interchangeable within that investment theory. Additionally, certain endowments have built positions in both assets. However, Bitwise said the view remains divided.
Some institutions reject the “digital gold” narrative and instead regard cryptocurrency as a disruptive technology. The discussion comes as other on-chain indicators reach levels last seen near the previous bear market bottom.

A BIS study found that a one-basis-point increase in deposit rates corresponds to roughly three percentage points less stablecoin market cap growth over 10 weeks.
USDC showed a stronger response to rising deposit rates, with growth falling 4.8 percentage points per basis point versus 1.9 points for USDT.
Stablecoin demand weakens as bank deposit yields become more competitive, particularly when the U.S. federal funds rate exceeds approximately 3%.
A Bank for International Settlements (BIS) working paper finds that higher bank deposit rates can slow stablecoin growth, as savers shift money toward interest-bearing accounts. Researchers Rashad Ahmed and Iñaki Aldasoro analyzed weekly U.S. data from January 2019 through June 2025. Their findings show that USDC responds more strongly to deposit-rate increases than USDT.
https://twitter.com/WuBlockchain/status/2111476632011804680?s=20
Deposit Rates Reduce Stablecoin Market Growth
Published October 13, 2026, as BIS Working Paper 1382, the study examines whether stablecoins and bank deposits compete for the same funds. The researchers found that a one-basis-point increase in deposit rates corresponds to roughly three percentage points less stablecoin market capitalization growth over 10 weeks.
An instrumental variables approach produced a larger estimated effect of approximately nine percentage points. During the study period, stablecoin market capitalization grew from less than $5 billion to more than $220 billion. Average 10-week market capitalization growth stood at approximately 15%.
The researchers also identified a threshold near a 3% federal funds rate. Below that level, banks tend to pass limited rate increases to depositors. Above it, competitive pressure encourages banks to offer better returns, making non-interest-bearing stablecoins less attractive.
USDC Shows Stronger Response Than USDT
The effect varied between major stablecoins. USDC recorded approximately 4.8 percentage points less market capitalization growth for each one-basis-point increase in deposit rates. USDT showed a smaller response of around 1.9 percentage points.
The paper associates USDC more closely with U.S. institutions, while USDT has a stronger offshore presence. However, the substitution effect extended beyond direct stablecoin holdings.
The researchers found that the relationship also held for stablecoins used in decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols. By contrast, bank deposit rates had no significant effect on other crypto assets outside the stablecoin category.
Study Tracks Monetary Policy and Stablecoin Demand
The analysis covers periods of low interest rates, subsequent monetary tightening, and rapid stablecoin market expansion. Because most stablecoins do not pay holders interest, higher bank deposit yields can change where investors keep their money.
The findings identify bank deposit pricing as a factor associated with stablecoin growth. They also connect stablecoin demand with broader monetary conditions, particularly when the federal funds rate rises above approximately 3%.

SHIB Inu is testing a key support zone as traders assess whether buyers can sustain the latest recovery attempt.
LBank leads reported SHIB futures open interest and trade counts, while OKX records the highest displayed trading volume.
Rakuten Wallet’s reported physical coin giveaway could encourage community engagement, although its direct effect on SHIB demand remains uncertain.
SHIB Inu is approaching a critical technical juncture as traders monitor support levels, derivatives activity, and developments affecting community sentiment.
Support Levels Shape SHIB Inu’s Immediate Outlook
Whales Care (@WhalesCare) recently questioned whether SHIB holders would maintain their positions or exit during another support test. Its post describes a recurring pattern in which Shiba Inu approaches a price zone before bouncing. The buyers are approaching the 0.00000485–0.00000500 area on the supplied four-hour chart.
Source: X
The indicated chart snapshot shows that SHIB is currently trading around $0.00000505, down from a price around $0.00000570. It later rebounded from a low of nearly $0.0000480 to begin a period of consolidation. This bounce, however, isn't a guarantee of anything lasting, however.
The immediate support level stands near $0.00000500, followed by $0.00000485 and $0.00000474. If prices fall below these levels, the recovery structure could get weakened and further downside risk could be identified. Buyers, however, may be able to break through the resistance level if they defend the support.
The first resistance sits near $0.00000523, with additional barriers around $0.00000544 and $0.00000560. A convincing move up to the next barrier would be a more solid indication of momentum. So far the price is still susceptible to further selling pressure until then.
Futures Positioning Reveals Uneven Exchange Activity
The supplied derivatives dashboard tracks SHIB price movements alongside long and short positioning from April through October. There is a clearly noticeable spike in positioning around July 24 and another one in late August. These can be part of volatile conditions and are not clearly defined in the chart.
Source: Coinglass
At roughly $13.24 million, LBank is the top exchange on the list of exchanges by open interest. Bitget is followed by MEXC with $10.59 million and OKX with $6.88 million. These are rise and fall figures and do not show a clear feeling among traders about direction.
Trading volume presents a different distribution across exchanges. OKX leads with approximately $10.31 million, followed by LBank at $8.62 million. MEXC recorded $4.95 million, placing it behind the two leading platforms.
LBank also records the highest displayed futures trade count, at approximately 58,700. MEXC (29,470) and OKX (29,430) come in second and third, respectively. Trade frequency is a measure of activity but cannot, on its own, determine the seller or buyer's market control.
Community Developments Meet Uncertain Market Conditions
COINTURK (@CointurkMedia) reported that Rakuten Wallet would distribute physical coins to SHIB holders during a November 3 seminar. The post, translated, says that participants will need to prove ownership of SHIB by using the Rakuten Wallet app. There are no details of quantities or further eligibility criteria provided.
The reported initiative offers another way to engage existing SHIB holders. However, physical collectibles do not necessarily represent additional token distributions or fresh market purchases. Its direct effect on trading demand remains unclear without further information.
The same post indicated a 3.78% drop in SHIB over the past 24 hours. It also referred to inflation rates in the United States, which were at 3.7%, but did not assess a causal link. Inflation data could impact interest-rate views and overall risk sentiment.
The chart's Relative Strength Index (RSI) was hovering around 38.02, which is below its neutral 50 level. This reading continues to show weakness, but the upward trend implies that selling pressure is easing. Higher than 50 with increased price action would be more favorable for momentum confirmation.
The primary indicators for traders remain support retention, resistance breakouts, and derivatives activity changes. Any drop below $0.00000474 would negate the visible recovery pattern, while a confirmed move above $0.00000523 would strengthen the short-term recovery pattern. There is no certainty that either will happen and the charts provided are not real-time prices.

Bitcoin ETFs lost 1,892 BTC in one week and over 10,000 BTC across two weeks, signaling weakening demand through investment funds.
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $82.39 million in daily outflows on October 16, while Ethereum ETFs lost $69.68 million.
Bitcoin’s MVRV fell below its historical 30th percentile after rejection near $87,000, placing its valuation in a historically lower range.
Bitcoin investment funds have recorded sustained outflows as demand weakens, while Bitcoin remains above $80,000 despite economic uncertainty. Analyst Darkfost reported that ETFs lost 1,892 BTC this week and more than 10,000 BTC over two weeks. Meanwhile, Bitcoin’s valuation has fallen below its historical MVRV 30th percentile after rejection near $87,000.
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Record Fresh Outflows
On October 16, spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $82.39 million in net outflows. BlackRock’s IBIT accounted for $71.78 million of that total. Spot Ethereum ETFs lost another $69.68 million, marking their third consecutive day of outflows. BlackRock’s ETHA accounted for all of that day’s net withdrawals.
https://twitter.com/WuBlockchain/status/2111314276149510635?s=20
Darkfost also reported that Bitcoin ETFs lost 1,892 BTC during the week. More than 10,000 BTC left these funds over the previous two weeks, indicating slower demand through this investment channel.
Kyle Chasse said spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $614.7 million in net outflows during October’s first 12 trading days. However, Bitcoin remained above $80,000 after recovering from a dip below that level.
Economic Data Adds to Bitcoin’s Market Pressure
Chasse cited elevated consumer and producer price index readings alongside uncertainty about the Federal Reserve’s next move. He also referenced Grayscale data showing Bitcoin’s one-year volatility had fallen to 43%, below its 10-year average of 64%.
https://twitter.com/Kylechasse/status/2111525364245909758?s=20
Chasse pointed to October 28 as a date to watch for further clarity on the Federal Reserve’s direction. The supplied figures show ETF withdrawals continuing despite Bitcoin holding above $80,000.
Bitcoin MVRV Falls Below Historical 30th Percentile
Darkfost reported that Bitcoin’s MVRV metric fell below its 30th percentile, measured at 25.7%, after rejection near $87,000. The metric compares Bitcoin’s market capitalization with its realized value, based on the prices at which coins last moved.
https://twitter.com/Darkfost_Coc/status/2111725402498421088?s=20
The percentile approach places the current reading within Bitcoin’s historical valuation range. Darkfost said Bitcoin has spent about 25% of its time at this valuation level. The analyst described the range as a recognized accumulation zone, although Bitcoin has moved out of the extreme undervaluation area historically associated with market lows.
The latest reading therefore follows a capitulation episode and places Bitcoin back within a lower historical valuation range.

XRP recorded over $184 million in speculative buying on Binance after correcting 22.5% from its September 23 peak of $1.65.
XRP trades near $1.29, with immediate support at 1.29–1.30 and potential downside toward $1.25 if selling pressure intensifies.
XRP’s RSI at 37.98 signals weak momentum, while a marginally positive MACD histogram suggests a tentative recovery attempt.
XRP attracted more than $184 million in speculative buying on Binance after its price dropped below $1.30, according to analyst Darkfost. The inflows followed a correction of up to 22.5% from its September 23 high of $1.65. XRP later rebounded 5%, although its four-hour chart continued to show bearish momentum.
Binance Records $184M in XRP Buying Activity
Darkfost reported a sharp increase in Taker Buy Volume, which measures market buy orders on derivatives markets. In one hour, Binance recorded more than $73 million in XRP buy volume, compared with $1 million on Bybit and $451,000 on OKX.
Several other hours that day also recorded Binance buy volumes exceeding $35 million. Together, these purchases brought the total inflow above $184 million as traders positioned against the prevailing decline.
The correction followed disappointing consumer price index figures, producer price index data, and a lower opening in U.S. markets. XRP had fallen as much as 22.5% from its September 23 peak before recovering 5%. However, Darkfost described the inflows as speculative, short-term capital that could increase price volatility.
XRP Holds Near $1.29 as Selling Pressure Persists
On Binance's four-hour chart, XRP traded at $1.2929, down 0.83% on the latest candle. The candle opened at $1.3037, reached $1.3042, and fell to $1.2919. Trading volume stood at 5.47 million XRP.
Source: TradingView
After reaching approximately $1.62 around September 22–23, XRP formed successive lower highs and lower lows. Selling accelerated around October 7, pushing the price below $1.45, then $1.40 and $1.35. The token has since consolidated near $1.29.
RSI and MACD Show Limited Signs of Recovery
XRP's immediate support is between $1.29 and $1.30. A breakdown could expose $1.25, while recovery above 1.32–1.35 could bring resistance at 1.38–1.40 into focus. Reclaiming $1.40 would provide a stronger recovery signal.
The Relative Strength Index stands at 37.98, below its 39.68 average and approaching the conventional oversold threshold of 30. Meanwhile, the MACD line is at -0.0170, slightly above the -0.0172 signal line. Its histogram is marginally positive at 0.0002, although both lines remain below zero.

Analyst warns that a confirmed break below LINK’s $12 support could trigger a decline toward $10 and potentially $8.50.
Chainlink’s institutional reach is expanding through Swift, DTCC, and more than 50 banks, alongside cross-chain interoperability and tokenization projects.
LINK’s long-term outlook draws support from its $110 billion in reported value secured, Chainlink Reserve holdings, staking, and spot ETFs.
Chainlink faces a potential 30% correction if its price breaks below $12, according to analyst Ali Charts. Meanwhile, Our Crypto Talk argues that Chainlink’s expanding financial infrastructure could support a new all-time high during the next bull run. LINK trades near $12, roughly 77% below its May 2021 peak of $52.70.
Ali Charts Identifies $12 as Critical Support
Ali Charts said Chainlink appears to be forming a head-and-shoulders pattern on the four-hour chart. A sustained close below $12 could confirm the bearish setup and expose lower price targets.
The analyst identified $10 as the first potential destination, followed by possible consolidation. However, further weakness could push LINK toward the pattern’s main target of $8.50, representing a decline of roughly 30%.
Our Crypto Talk Highlights Chainlink’s Expanding Role
Our Crypto Talk compared LINK’s role in 2021 with its infrastructure use in 2026. Chainlink reached $52.70 in May 2021, when its price feeds primarily supported decentralized finance lending protocols.
https://twitter.com/ourcryptotalk/status/2111711630027600036?s=20
The account said Swift, DTCC and more than 50 banks now connect with Chainlink infrastructure. Its products include the Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP), Chainlink Runtime Environment (CRE), Proof of Reserve and Smart Value Recapture (SVR).
Swift activated a blockchain ledger with 17 banks in July 2026, including HSBC, Citi and UBS. DTCC is developing a collateral application blockchain with Chainlink, targeting a fourth-quarter 2026 launch. Project Pangea involves more than 50 banks and over $10 trillion in assets under management.
Our Crypto Talk also cited tokenization work with SIX Group covering more than €2 trillion in European equities. Grayscale’s GLNK launched in December 2025, while Bitwise’s CLNK followed in January 2026.
Supply and Revenue Shape the All-Time High Debate
LINK has approximately 767 million circulating tokens against a maximum supply of one billion. At $52.70, that circulating supply would imply a market capitalization near $40 billion, compared with approximately $9.2 billion today.
The Chainlink Reserve launched in August 2025, converting on-chain fees and enterprise payments into LINK. By early October 2026, it held approximately 6.12 million LINK at an average cost near $11.21.
Our Crypto Talk also cited more than $110 billion in total value secured and over $30 trillion in cumulative transaction value enabled. The account noted that staking and two spot ETFs add further mechanisms affecting LINK’s circulating supply.

NEAR has fallen 24% as analyst flags a weekly sell signal, with support at $4.30 and downside risk toward $3.76.
Zcash has dropped 25% and BNB 8%, with critical support at $1,100 for ZEC and $710 for BNB.
Crypto market capitalization excluding the top 10 assets fell to $220.58 billion, while RSI at 41.82 and negative MACD indicate persistent selling pressure.
NEAR Protocol, Zcash and BNB are facing fresh technical warnings after indicators turned bearish, according to analyst Ali Charts. The tokens have already fallen between 8% and 25%, while key support levels remain under pressure. Meanwhile, the broader cryptocurrency market excluding the top 10 assets has weakened, with momentum indicators showing continued selling pressure.
NEAR, Zcash and BNB Face Critical Support Levels
Ali Charts reported that NEAR Protocol's weekly TD Sequential indicator flashed a sell signal. The previous comparable signal preceded a 32% correction. NEAR has fallen 24%, with $4.30 serving as its immediate support level. A break below that price could expose $3.76.
https://twitter.com/alicharts/status/2111518236835758283?s=20
Zcash is showing another bearish pattern. Its Parabolic SAR dots have moved above the price, following a technical shift that previously preceded a 54% retracement. ZEC has declined 25% so far. However, a break below $1,100 could leave $850 as the next level to watch.
BNB's daily SuperTrend indicator has also flipped to a sell signal. Ali Charts noted that the previous comparable flip preceded a 26% decline. BNB has dropped 8%, with $710 providing immediate support. If that level fails, the analyst is watching $680 next.
Broader Crypto Market Capitalization Extends Decline
The cryptocurrency market capitalization excluding the top 10 assets is at $220.58 billion on the four-hour chart, down 0.75% on the latest candle. That candle opened at $222.25 billion, reached $222.33 billion, and fell to $219.37 billion.
Source: TradingView
Market capitalization climbed from approximately $195 billion around September 16 to nearly $255 billion on September 27. It then reversed, forming lower highs and lower lows. After falling from around $247 billion following October 6, it briefly rebounded toward $242 billion on October 12 before declining again. Trading volume currently stands at $18.42 billion.
RSI and MACD Confirm Persistent Selling Pressure
The immediate market support zone lies between $218 billion and $220 billion. A decisive break could expose $215 billion and potentially $210 billion. However, recovery above $225 billion to $230 billion could bring resistance at $235 billion and $240 billion into focus.
The Relative Strength Index is at 41.82, below its 44.12 signal average and the neutral 50 level. However, it remains above the conventional oversold threshold of 30. The MACD line sits near negative $2.15 billion, below its negative $2.09 billion signal line.
Its histogram reads approximately negative $64.24 million, with both lines below zero. Ali Charts cautioned that sell signals are warnings, while breaks below support would strengthen the case for further declines.

Evernorth holds approximately 473 million XRP and plans to explore lending, liquidity and treasury strategies following its Nasdaq listing.
XRPL lending proposals received 21 and 19 supporting validator votes, respectively, on October 15, according to the supplied figures.
Treasury growth could increase XRP exposure per share, provided token holdings expand faster than outstanding shares and operating costs.
The XRP treasury strategy is gaining attention as Evernorth develops institutional access, potentially connecting traditional investment capital with cryptocurrency markets through established financial structures.
Evernorth Opens XRP Exposure Through Nasdaq
X Finance Bull urged XRP holders to reconsider selling during the market downturn. The commentary referenced Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Evernorth’s approach to institutional investment. Its central focus was expanding access beyond investors who directly manage cryptocurrency holdings.
https://twitter.com/Xfinancebull/status/2110687129986863289?s=20
Evernorth’s Nasdaq-listed XRPN structure allows investors to obtain exposure through conventional brokerage accounts. This arrangement may appeal to asset managers, hedge funds and family offices. These investors can avoid managing cryptocurrency wallets and custody arrangements themselves.
The company reportedly holds approximately 473 million XRP and secured $300 million in gross cash proceeds. Ripple, Kraken, Coinbase and BitGo were named among its initial institutional execution partners. Treasury deployment is expected to begin during the fourth quarter of 2026.
Citigroup Global Markets served as Evernorth’s sole private placement agent and capital-markets adviser. Its investor group includes SBI Holdings, Pantera Capital, Arrington Capital, GSR, Kraken and Ripple. NH Investment & Securities also participated in a $30 million convertible-note financing.
Lending Plans Could Expand Treasury Operations
Evernorth’s strategy extends beyond holding XRP as a reserve asset. The company intends to explore yield, lending, liquidity and institutional treasury management. These activities could potentially generate income for reinvestment into additional XRP holdings.
Two proposed XRP Ledger upgrades could support parts of this approach. XLS-65 Single Asset Vaults and XLS-66 Lending Protocol concern vault infrastructure and lending. On October 15, they had 21 and 19 supporting validator votes, respectively, out of 35.
The proposed lending mechanism would pair allocated XRP with approved borrowers who were looking for liquidity. Credit managers would be responsible for underwriting; borrowers would pay principal and interest. The actual returns would be based on the adoption, borrower quality, financing costs and risks.
Evernorth is also connected to Doppler Finance, which reported more than 14,000 depositors. The platform reported over $150 million deposited into XRP and RLUSD vaults. Its relationships include Bybit, Bitget Wallet, SBI Ripple Asia and SBI Digital Finance.
Treasury Growth Could Change XRP Exposure Per Share
Doppler’s partnership with OpenEden adds tokenized Treasury products to this developing financial landscape. Products such as TBILL and USDO bridge blockchain infrastructure and fixed-income markets. Other programs include institutional brokerage, custody, settlement and financing.
Brevan Howard is working with Ripple Prime on brokerage, clearing and financing. Standard Chartered, Ripple and LMAX are developing arrangements involving RLUSD custody and collateral. DriveWealth and Meritz Securities are also involved in Ripple-related institutional financial initiatives.
Ondo Finance is bringing its OUSG tokenized Treasury product to XRPL. Its backing structure includes assets such as BlackRock’s BUIDL. The initiative also supports RLUSD creation and redemption, according to the supplied information.
Evernorth’s reported treasury composition includes contributions from several investors and cash-funded purchases. Arrington XRP Capital provided nearly 211.32 million XRP and Ripple provided 126.79 million XRP. The other Ripple investor provided 50 million, in addition to smaller contributions and cash-based purchases.
Starting with 473 million XRP, hypothetical annual treasury growth of 1% adds 4.73 million tokens. Growth of 3% adds 14.19 million XRP, while 5% adds 23.65 million. These scenarios depend on actual accumulation and do not guarantee improved shareholder returns.
The key measure is whether XRP holdings grow faster than Evernorth’s outstanding shares. Institutional participation could support accumulation, but financing costs and operating expenses remain relevant. The supplied information does not specify XRP’s current trading price, preventing a reliable price assessment.

Deutsche Bank plans to introduce institutional Bitcoin and Ether custody in Germany within weeks, working with Swiss digital asset firm Taurus.
The bank aims to add stablecoin conversions, tokenized deposits, and blockchain-based securities, including digital bonds, to its corporate banking services.
Deutsche Bank targets Asian financial centers for its crypto custody expansion in 2027, supporting its goal of 8% annual compound growth in corporate banking by 2028.
Deutsche Bank plans to launch cryptocurrency custody services in Germany within weeks before expanding into Asian financial centers in 2027, according to Reuters. Gerald Podobnik, co-head of its corporate bank, said the initial offering will support major cryptocurrencies. The bank also plans stablecoin conversion services, tokenized deposits and blockchain-based securities as part of its corporate banking growth strategy.
https://twitter.com/WuBlockchain/status/2111055686054645920?s=20
Deutsche Bank Prepares Bitcoin and Ether Custody
The initial service will allow institutional clients to hold major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ether. Podobnik discussed the rollout during the IMF and World Bank meetings in Bangkok, according to Reuters.
The bank is working with Swiss digital asset technology firm Taurus to develop its custody services. Deutsche Bank partnered with Taurus in September 2023 to support its digital asset plans.
Additionally, the bank intends to expand beyond custody by helping clients move between traditional currencies and stablecoins. The planned services include fiat-to-stablecoin conversions, allowing customers to exchange conventional money for digital tokens.
Tokenized Deposits and Digital Bonds on the Roadmap
Deutsche Bank also plans to offer tokenized deposits and help corporate clients issue blockchain-based securities, including digital bonds. These services would add blockchain-based options to its existing banking operations.
Podobnik said financial institutions need to offer tokenized and blockchain solutions alongside traditional services, rather than replace existing systems. He also pointed to the growth of the digital economy and hundreds of billions of dollars held in stablecoins.
The expansion forms part of Deutsche Bank’s target of achieving 8% compound annual growth in corporate banking by 2028. However, the bank has not provided a specific launch date for each planned service.
Deutsche Bank Eyes Asian Financial Centers in 2027
After introducing custody services in Germany, Deutsche Bank plans to expand the offering into Asian financial centers in 2027. The supplied reports do not confirm which markets will receive the service first.
The bank’s wider plans include crypto custody, stablecoin conversion, tokenized deposits and digital securities. According to Reuters, the rollout reflects its strategy to provide blockchain-based services alongside traditional banking products.
Deutsche Bank’s custody launch is expected within weeks, while its Asian expansion remains planned for 2027.

Circle allocated 59% of its first-half revenue to distribution partners and transaction costs, 34% to operations, and retained roughly 7% as net profit.
USDC processed over $36 trillion in onchain transactions, accounted for 77% of global stablecoin transaction volume, and surpassed $315 billion in minting and redemptions.
Circle supports USDC across more than 35 blockchains, with over 55 licenses and registrations and partnerships spanning banks, exchanges, and payment networks.
Circle generated approximately $1.4 billion in revenue during the first half of 2026, directing 59% toward USDC distribution partners and transaction costs. The company spent another 34% on operating infrastructure, licensing, compliance and product development, leaving roughly 7% as net profit. Meanwhile, USDC processed more than $36 trillion in onchain transaction volume.
https://twitter.com/WuBlockchain/status/2111086129760162089?s=20
Circle Allocates Most Revenue to Partners and Infrastructure
According to Circle, $819 million of its first-half revenue went to distribution partners and transaction costs. Another $473 million funded licensing, banking relationships, settlement liquidity, compliance programs, blockchain integrations and product development.
Circle said these investments support USDC’s availability across wallets, exchanges, banks, fintech companies, enterprises and payment networks. The company also reported minting and redeeming more than $315 billion in USDC during the six-month period, averaging approximately $1.7 billion daily.
By June, USDC accounted for roughly 77% of global stablecoin transaction volume, compared with 60% a year earlier. Circle attributed its activity to its network of partners and infrastructure supporting payments and settlement.
Free Redemptions Expand Across Eligible Customers
Circle said customers using its Circle Payments Network and eligible Circle Platform customers can now redeem USDC for free, with near-real-time settlement available 24 hours daily, year-round.
Previously, standard banking redemptions were free but could take up to two business days. Circle said near-real-time settlement requires cash held across banking partners, allowing funds to move when redemptions receive onchain confirmation.
The company reported redeeming $71.8 billion in USDC during the first quarter of 2026. Combined minting and redemption volume reached $170 billion in the second quarter, up 105% year over year.
Circle Cites Global Reach and Regulatory Infrastructure
Circle said it holds more than 55 licenses and registrations, maintains relationships with over 25 partner banks, and supports native USDC deployments across more than 35 blockchains. Its reserves include holdings in a government money market fund managed by BlackRock and custody services from BNY, alongside monthly attestations.
The company also reported operating compliance and sanctions programs across 185 countries. Coinbase, its largest and longest-standing partner, reported average USDC balances of $20 billion across its products during the second quarter, up 44% year over year.
In September, Binance signed a five-year commercial agreement with Circle and invested $100 million. Circle said more than 150 other partners also have economic interests in USDC’s growth.

Grayscale expects Solana’s Alpenglow upgrade to cut transaction finality from roughly 13 seconds to 150 milliseconds.
Solana averaged over 1,400 transactions per second and processed approximately 25% of stablecoin transactions over the previous three months.
SOL trades at $104.96, with support at 102–104 and resistance at 108–112 as technical indicators suggest selling pressure may be easing.
Solana averages more than 1,400 transactions per second, far exceeding competing networks, according to Grayscale Head of Research Zach Pandl. The firm expects the upcoming Alpenglow upgrade to reduce transaction finality from roughly 13 seconds to 150 milliseconds. Meanwhile, SOL traded at $104.96 on October 17, 2026, as its four-hour chart showed continued selling pressure.
https://twitter.com/Grayscale/status/2111197381580726674?s=20
Alpenglow Upgrade Targets Faster Transaction Finality
In his report, “The Solana Blockchain: A Class Apart in Speed and Scale,” Pandl compared Solana’s transaction throughput with other blockchain networks. Solana averaged more than 1,400 transactions per second year-to-date, while BNB Chain processed fewer than 200.
Other networks averaged approximately 40 transactions per second, according to Grayscale. Solana’s average transaction cost stood at $0.005 this year, while transactions currently reach finality in roughly 13 seconds.
The upcoming Alpenglow upgrade is expected to cut that time to 150 milliseconds. Additionally, Solana processed approximately 25% of all stablecoin transactions over the previous three months, more than any other blockchain.
SOL Price Faces Resistance Below $112
Despite the network performance figures, SOL’s four-hour OKX chart shows a decline from its late-September peak above $124. The token climbed from approximately $96 in mid-September before selling intensified during October.
Sellers pushed SOL below $120, $116 and $112 before it reached $104.96 on October 17. The latest reading showed a $0.02 decline, or 0.02%, with trading volume at 23,020 SOL.
Source: TradingView
Immediate support is around 102–104, while $100 represents another downside level. A break below $100 could expose the previous area near $96. On the upside, resistance stands at 108–112, followed by $116 if buyers regain momentum.
Technical Indicators Show a Tentative Recovery
SOL’s Relative Strength Index stands at 45.72, above its moving average of 42.40. However, the RSI remains below 50, indicating that bullish momentum has yet to take control. The MACD line reads -0.94, above the signal line at -1.16, while its histogram is positive at 0.22.
This crossover suggests downward momentum may be easing, although both lines remain negative. Recent volume spikes reflect increased trading activity during the sell-off and subsequent rebound. SOL needs to reclaim 108–112, while holding 102–104 could support consolidation.

Glassnode says renewed Bitcoin loss selling has previously coincided with local bottoms, raising the possibility of seller exhaustion near $80,000.
Binance Bitcoin funding rates fell to -0.0073%, signaling bearish derivatives positioning as traders monitor potential reversals.
Bitcoin’s RSI at 43.19 and negative MACD indicate weak momentum, with support at $80,000 and resistance between $82,000 and $84,000.
Bitcoin is trading near $81,470 as renewed loss selling, negative futures funding and hotter inflation data weigh on market sentiment. Glassnode says previous bursts of loss selling preceded local bottoms, while analyst Darkfost reports Binance Bitcoin funding rates have fallen to -0.0073%. Both analysts identify $80,000 as a key level as traders assess whether selling has peaked.
Glassnode Tracks Selling Near Local Bottoms
According to Glassnode, Bitcoin sellers capitulated again during the latest session, with loss selling previously occurring near local bottoms in early August, mid-August and mid-September. The firm also noted that profit-taking has slowed since September's high.
Glassnode said the latest selling just above $80,000 could mark a floor if the earlier pattern continues. However, Bitcoin's four-hour Binance chart shows continued weakness after its rally toward 86,000–87,000.
Bitcoin climbed from approximately $75,000 in mid-September before reversing in early October. Sellers subsequently pushed the price below $84,000 and toward $81,000. The chart recorded BTC at $81,470.54 on October 17, 2026, down $27.30, or 0.03%.
Negative Funding Rates Put Bears in Control
Analyst Darkfost reported that Binance's Bitcoin funding rate had turned negative at -0.0073%, indicating that short positions dominate derivatives positioning. The last comparable occurrence came in June, when BTC traded around $62,000.
Darkfost explained that Binance applies a 0.01% interest rate in its funding formula. Therefore, a reading below zero indicates a wider imbalance favoring short positions than a neutral rate alone suggests.
https://twitter.com/Darkfost_Coc/status/2110826750376591451?s=20
Meanwhile, hotter-than-expected consumer price index and producer price index readings have increased concerns about a potential rate hike. Bitcoin had also corrected sharply after rising above $87,000 several days earlier.
Darkfost noted that bearish consensus has sometimes preceded trend reversals, although those moves can be brief or last longer. The analyst identified $80,000 and $74,000 as important technical areas.
Bitcoin Chart Shows Weak Momentum Below $82K
Bitcoin's Relative Strength Index stands at 43.19, below its average of 43.57 and the neutral 50 threshold. The reading indicates subdued momentum, although BTC has not reached oversold territory.
Source: TradingView
The MACD histogram is negative at -14.69, while the MACD line at -347.69 remains below the signal line at -332.99. Support sits around 80,000–81,000, with $78,000 below that zone. Resistance lies at 82,000–84,000, followed by 86,000–87,000.

Analyst projects INJ could reach $14 after a cup-and-handle breakout, with resistance at 9.00–9.30 and support near $8.50.
Injective reports 135 live RWA markets, over $1 billion in tokenized assets, and $6.8 billion in cumulative RWA trading volume.
Institutional adoption expands through POSCO International, LG CNS, Nomura’s Laser Digital, and NTT Digital, strengthening Injective’s tokenization ecosystem.
Injective (INJ) has climbed to $8.871 on October 17, 2026, after a sustained recovery, while analyst Ali Charts projects a potential move toward $14. The rally has already gained more than 30% from a cup-and-handle breakout, as Injective reports 135 live onchain real-world asset markets and expanding institutional activity.
Ali Charts Sets $14 Target After Breakout
According to Ali Charts, INJ broke out of a cup-and-handle pattern and gained more than 30% from its breakout point. The formation projects a target near $14, although the price must advance beyond current resistance levels first.
INJ rose from approximately $4 in mid-August, then moved above $6 and $8 during its recovery. The latest rally approached $9.30 before a slight pullback. Meanwhile, trading volume increased, with a recent spike toward approximately 300 million INJ.
Source: Santiment
The token trades above its 50-day moving average near $7.83 and its 200-day average around $7.43. The 50-day average also remains above the 200-day average. However, resistance between $9.00 and $9.30 could challenge further gains, while $8.50 provides initial support.
Injective Reports 135 Live RWA Markets
Beyond price action, Injective reports 135 live onchain real-world asset markets and more than $1 billion in tokenized assets. Markets covering SpaceX, OpenAI, equities, foreign exchange and digital asset treasuries have generated over $6.8 billion in cumulative RWA volume.
https://twitter.com/injective/status/2111091925117771800?s=20
South Korea's POSCO International and LG CNS selected Injective to tokenize trade receivables from international commerce. Japan's Laser Digital, part of Nomura, tokenized its Laser Carry Fund alongside BlackRock money market products and Hamilton Lane's SCOPE Senior Credit Fund. These products support onchain secondary trading, collateralized lending and portfolio margining.
Injective Institutional Services is now an SEC-registered transfer agent, while the INJ MiCA white paper appears on ESMA's register. Three INJ ETF applications remain pending with the SEC, and regulated INJ futures are live under U.S. CFTC oversight.
Institutional Expansion Adds More Network Developments
Gulf Labs, part of Thailand's $27 billion GULF Group, bonded roughly 500,000 INJ as an institutional validator. The group plans to bring tokenization and stablecoins to Thailand's energy, telecom and banking sectors.
Injective CEO Eric Chen met senior White House, SEC and CFTC officials this week to advance U.S. tokenization. Meanwhile, NTT Digital selected Injective as its primary blockchain partner, and Musicow partnered with the network to bring music intellectual property onchain. Musicow has 1.2 million members and approximately 20,000 traded music rights.
Native USDC on Injective supports payments to more than 8,000 global merchants, with Circle's CCTP connecting the network to over 20 blockchains. Injective Mint is also planned, with protocol-level compliance controls for institutional real-world assets.

Dogecoin whales reportedly accumulated 600 million DOGE since October 12, reinforcing a potential recovery case near $0.081 support.
Ali Charts cites a daily TD Sequential buy signal and a 36 billion DOGE cost-basis zone near $0.081 as bullish factors.
DOGE’s four-hour trend remains bearish, with support at $0.0800 and resistance at $0.0830 as RSI stays below 50.
Dogecoin trades near $0.08048 as persistent selling pressure tests support around $0.0800, while analyst Ali Charts identifies three reasons for potential recovery. His bullish case centers on a daily TD Sequential buy signal near $0.081, a major on-chain cost-basis zone, and whale accumulation. However, the four-hour chart still shows a bearish trend.
Ali Charts Identifies Three Bullish Factors
According to Ali Charts, Dogecoin’s daily chart produced a TD Sequential buy signal near $0.081. The indicator has previously identified potential turning points for DOGE, making this level central to his analysis.
https://twitter.com/alicharts/status/2111066157138559166?s=20
Notably, URPD data shows approximately 36 billion DOGE previously changed hands around $0.081. This concentration makes the price level important to watch, although it does not guarantee buyers will defend it.
Whale activity provides the third factor. Since October 12, large holders have reportedly accumulated approximately 600 million DOGE near the support zone. Ali links this buying activity with the technical signal and the concentration of previous transactions.
DOGE Faces Selling Pressure Below $0.083
Despite these factors, DOGE’s four-hour Binance chart shows continued weakness. The token trades at $0.08048, down 0.05% on the latest candle, which opened at $0.08052 and reached a high of $0.08070 and low of $0.08037. Trading volume stands at 41.32 million DOGE.
Source: TradingView
DOGE climbed from approximately $0.078 around September 16 to nearly $0.104 on September 22. However, the price subsequently formed lower highs and lower lows, with selling pressure accelerating around October 7. It then fell below $0.094 before declining toward $0.083 and its current level.
Support lies near $0.0800, while a breakdown could expose $0.0780 and previous lows around 0.0770–0.0780. On the upside, DOGE needs to reclaim 0.0820–0.0830, followed by resistance at $0.0850 and $0.0870. The $0.0900 level presents another barrier.
Technical Indicators Show Limited Recovery Strength
The Relative Strength Index is at 39.15, slightly above its average of 38.23. However, it remains below 50, indicating continued bearish pressure, while DOGE has not reached the conventional oversold threshold below 30.
Meanwhile, the MACD histogram is marginally positive at 0.00006. The MACD line at -0.00107 is slightly above the signal line at -0.00113, although both remain below zero.
Ali identifies 0.16–0.17 as a potential profit-taking zone if $0.081 holds and DOGE rebounds. Cost-basis data shows roughly 12 billion DOGE acquired near $0.16 and another 14 billion near $0.17.

PwC and Stellar evaluated access and service quality for blockchain use cases in Argentina, the Philippines, Colombia, and Kenya.
The study looks at savings, remittances, business payments and peer transfers, and shows that blockchain must be useful to local financial requirements.
Security and transparency are not enough to drive adoption: Governance, regulations and consumer protection are still vital.
The re-emergence of blockchain financial inclusion has drawn the interest of researchers, who evaluated the potential impact of digital ledger technology on access and service quality in four markets examined in developing economies.
PwC and Stellar Map Four Financial Use Cases
A 2023 PwC and Stellar study assessed four use cases across four countries. Its findings point to opportunities in access and service quality. The results also identify trust as a condition for broader adoption.
ALLINCRYPTO shared the findings in a post discussing blockchain's financial potential. The post focuses on the quality of access and services in emerging economies. It also points out that transparency can not build public trust.
https://twitter.com/RealAllinCrypto/status/2110476081627095404?s=20
The application of this model in Argentina is on savings accounts and in the Philippines is on remittances. The Colombia example includes payments between businesses, and the Kenya example domestic payments between peers. Household finance, cross-border transfers, and trade are included in these cases.
The comparison does not mean to imply that all markets are the same. Local infrastructure, regulatory conditions and user needs can impact implementation. An approach has to be tailored to a financial environment for each application, of course.
Access and Quality Depend on Practical Outcomes
The study looks at the separate dimensions of access, quality, trust, and usage. That model is focused on more than just transaction speed or technology. It asks whether services can meet practical needs and attract regular use.
In Argentina, savings accounts represent a route into formal financial services. The table signals strong potential for access and quality in this case. However, delivery models must still suit local requirements and customer circumstances.
For the Philippines, remittances bring cross-border transfers into the comparison. Blockchain may offer another cross-border money transfer option. Its usefulness would be affected by costs, ease of access, compliance and reliability.
Business payments in Colombia and individual payments in Kenya. Those activities have various patterns of transactions and service expectations. Therefore, there is no one "best" implementation model for all applications.
Governance and Trust Determine Wider Adoption
Distrust is cited as a factor inhibiting financial account ownership in the report. It projects approximately 25–40% reported trust as a reason for being unbanked. This puts institutional trust on the financial inclusion agenda, in addition to technology.
Blockchain can be used to provide cryptographic security, transparent records, and programmable transactions. Those attributes can contribute to financial services, but they are not eliminating all risk. Responsibility, protection, and service functionality remain unclear to users.
Providers can mitigate these concerns with accountable government and transparency. Regulatory compliance also sets obligations and safeguards customers. These practices are important even if the network is performing as intended.
The study defines adoption in terms of actual use cases for Stellar and other blockchain providers. It has nothing to do with token price prediction or putting a lid on XLM demand. It instead associates advancement with accessible services and trustworthy institutions.
If people can use services with confidence, then there will be greater uptake. Technical capacity has then to go hand in hand with oversight, service quality and public trust.

Dogecoin established an early place in memecoin history, while Shiba Inu developed a broader ecosystem around its original meme.
PEPE is based on internet humor, BONK is in touch with Solana, and FLOKI has a by-product and utility component.
Community, attention, and timing shaped these projects, but Terrarmy warns that past success cannot guarantee future returns.
DOGE, SHIB, PEPE, BONK, and FLOKI have all been part of the memecoin ecosystem, carving out a niche for themselves within the broader cryptocurrency space.
DOGE and SHIB Built Strong Recognition
In a post, Terrarmy mentions five well-known tokens that constructed cultures as well as hype. Dogecoin is an original memecoin name and Shiba Inu is a project that evolved into an ecosystem, the account states. It sees these histories as shared by the factors of community, attention and timing.
Source: X
Dogecoin has become famous for its reputation as the cryptocurrency supporting the Shiba Inu dog and earned its place in the crypto market. It has become a benchmark for future meme-coin ventures. The local population of DOGE is the focus of its public image.
Shiba Inu started with a meme but really had bigger plans from there. Its ecosystem gave the project a wider presence than a token built solely around a joke. Terrarmy cites this expansion as part of SHIB’s story.
The two projects show different ways a memecoin can build recognition. DOGE is connected to the early development of the category, and SHIB to the development of the ecosystem. Their histories do not ensure that either token will outperform competitors in the future.
PEPE, BONK and FLOKI Take Different Routes
PEPE draws on internet culture through its recognizable frog character. Terrarmy points to its market history as an example of online attention translating into substantial value. That connection also shows how quickly sentiment can become important to a meme-driven token.
BONK has become a notable name within the Solana ecosystem.It is not just associated with an internet character, but a blockchain community. This association sets BONK apart from tokens based on other networks and audiences.
FLOKI has pursued products and utility beyond its original meme branding. The project’s approach aims to give its community more to follow than online jokes alone. The longer term position will rely on the development of those initiatives and the number of users attracted.
These projects have different histories and strategies. PEPE is heavily inspired by internet culture, BONK has a tie to Solana, and FLOKI is all about utility. Their different paths illustrate the range of identities within the memecoin market.
Community and Timing Shape the Competition
Terrarmy’s central point is that attention, community, and timing helped shape successful memecoin stories. A token can be shared with a broader audience by going online, and an active community can keep it visible. Neither of these is a sure sign of interest or continuing market demand.
Also, the timing of a token's attention is influenced. A project can become recognized while there is a high level of interest in speculative assets. Traders may switch their focus to other tokens based on the changing market sentiment and move away from their initial favorites.
The following image brings DOGE, SHIB, PEPE, BONK and FLOKI together on a planetary backdrop. Green chart bars are behind the token symbols to indicate rising, lending a market theme to the image. The artwork does not imply future price movements, but rather depicts these projects as competitors.
Terrarmy poses the question which meme-coin will stay the best ever? The answer will vary according to the value that is most important: cultural recognition, longevity, ecosystem growth, or market value. The five projects provide various examples, and the post does not state who wins.
The account also cautions that returns can't be guaranteed and many memecoins fail. That's the caution that's at the heart of the comparison, because as the eyes of the market turn elsewhere, so does visibility. Community history can help to define a project, but it doesn't eliminate risk from speculative tokens.

Panama City, Panama, October 15th, 2026, Chainwire
Pixagram announces free account creation for up to 250 new members daily through the end of 2026. Built on the standalone Layer-1 Pixa blockchain, Pixagram is an anti-hierarchy social network where every post, vote, and comment is recorded as a signed on-chain transaction, with no ads and no cryptocurrency purchase required to get started.
Pixagram will cover the 20 PIXA network fee for up to 250 new members daily through the end of 2026. New members can claim a free @username at Pixagram.com and join the platform’s on-chain community for creators.
► Quit Renting the Spotlight — Users can register at http://pixagram.com
An On-Chain Username and Wallet Address
Opening a Pixa chain account normally costs around 20 PIXA. Pixagram is covering this fee for up to 250 new members daily through the end of 2026.
Username and wallet address: Each @username serves as an on-chain wallet address, replacing a randomly generated string of characters with a recognizable handle.
Blockchain-based registration: Once registered on the blockchain, an @username remains associated with its on-chain record, subject to the network’s rules and technical conditions.
Phone verification and privacy: One-time phone verification helps limit bot abuse of the daily account offer. A public @username can separate a creator’s online identity from their legal name, although public blockchain records may limit privacy.
Not Really Anti-Social, Truly Anti-Hierarchy
Mainstream social media serves advertisers while gatekeepers decide who sees your work. Pixagram—alongside platforms like Hive and Mastodon—is a SIGMA platform built for creators who prefer agency over status games. Your posts, art, followers, and feeds live directly on-chain with nothing in between, allowing you to reach every follower automatically.
NFT Platform Storage and Artwork Permanence
On many NFT platforms, the token sits on-chain while the image lives on a cloud server or IPFS—meaning a token can easily outlive its art.
On Pixa, every artwork is stored directly on-chain inside its post as a lossless image. Compact pixel art lives permanently on the blockchain and renders up to 4K resolution as a painting, CRT filter, hexagonal shapes, or square pixels.
Zero upfront cost: Every new account receives a starter delegation of stake (Resource Credits fuel) to cover posting and voting from day one.
Build Mode Note: Direct on-chain art sales launch in 2027, so everything you publish today builds your permanent portfolio ahead of the marketplace release.
► Less Lurking. One Original Post. Start at Pixagram.com
Proof-of-Brain and Community Curation
Instead of relying on the computational process used in Proof-of-Work systems, Pixagram uses Proof-of-Brain, a mechanism that allocates rewards based on posting, commenting, and voting activity.
Community reward distribution: 70% of newly issued PIXA is allocated to community-voted content, with 60% distributed to authors and 40% to curators after seven days.
Staking and governance mechanisms: Authors can receive Pixa Power, which determines voting weight and supports governance participation, and Pixa Supra (PXS), a unit referenced by an oracle to a agnostic purchasing power index (without a fixed dollar value). Curators can also receive Pixa Power.
Censorship-Resistant by Design
Built on the Hive codebase with Steem lineage, the Pixa chain started from a clean genesis block with no airdrop and produces a block every three seconds. While an application interface can hide a post from its view, it can never erase the transaction record from the chain.
Furthermore, every artwork is checked for copies using PAPH-X (an open-source perceptual fingerprint for pixel art) and indexed by the Search V4 engine.
"The old internet wants you trapped in feed fog, renting reach from gatekeepers who track every click. Today information is king, and Pixagram operates outside that hierarchy... Don't believe the hype. Create it." — Matias Affolter, Co-Founder of Pixa
"The strongest rebellion is a working alternative. We're covering the network fee for 250 new accounts a day so any creator can step into build mode at zero cost. Claim your permanent @username now—because once a handle is written to the chain, it's gone forever." — Mathiew Estepho, Co-Founder of Pixa
Pixagram Account Registration and Developer Resources
Pixagram offers fee coverage for up to 250 new accounts daily through the end of 2026. Eligible new members can register and claim an @username at Pixagram.com. Additional technical information is available in the developer documentation at pixa.org.
About Pixagram
Pixagram is an on-chain pixel art and blog network developed by Pixagram AG (Zug, Switzerland) and operated by Pixa Rex S.A. (Panama City, Panama).
ContactOwner
Pixa Omnibus Foundation
Pixa Rex S.A.
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