Bitcoin’s Next Big Move? CryptoQuant Says These Alerts Are To Watch

An unknown whale is taking risks on the cryptocurrency market — but not with XRP. Instead, whales' attention is focused on Plasma, a layer-1 blockchain designed for stablecoin payments worldwide. After depositing 31.52 million USDC into Hyperliquid just 10 hours ago, the whale has since bought 29.27 million XPL, which is approximately $31.13 million.

XPL's market path

With strong liquidity and high trading volumes, XPL has recently risen on the charts, and this sudden accumulation is igniting speculation about it. CoinMarketCap reports that XPL is trading at $0.94, down 18% for the day, but it has a huge 24-hour volume of $2.49 billion or nearly 147% of its $1.69 billion market cap. XPL is establishing itself as a direct competitor on the payments market, in contrast to XRP, which has been having trouble with resistance levels and low volume. CoinMarketCap">

Plasma aims to create the foundation of a stablecoin-powered financial system by offering customizable gas tokens and zero-fee USDT transfers. Because of this positioning even in the face of price volatility, wealthy investors are placing significant bets on its long-term prospects. The whale's repeated behaviors imply that it is confident in accumulation at the present rate. Historically, insider confidence in impending developments or longer adoption cycles have frequently preceded such concentrated buying. 

Whales are not enough?

But traders need to prepare for more volatility given the token's recent sharp swings, which include an all-time high of $1.68 just three days ago and today's retracement. This movement presents an indirect challenge to XRP. Although XPL's whale-driven surge indicates investor interest in alternative payment-layer solutions, Ripple is still firmly established in traditional financial corridors.

The long-standing dominance of XRP in cross-border settlements may be seriously challenged if Plasma manages to draw in this kind of funding. In summary, it is important to keep a close eye on the shift, where whales are investing in XPL rather than XRP. The sudden whale accumulation and stablecoin-first infrastructure of Plasma could signal the beginning of a larger struggle for relevance in blockchain-based payments.

Private crypto firm 21Shares recently listed two of its ETFs—the 21Shares Polkadot ETF (TDOT) and 21Shares Sui ETF (TSUI)—on the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) on Tuesday. Both listings are part of the standard preparation process for launching new ETFs.

It’s important to note that this DTCC listing does not indicate regulatory approval. Instead, it reflects standard operational steps and growing confidence in the underlying assets. Both ETFs still require formal approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) before they can start official trading.

The SEC’s decision deadlines are set for November 2025 for TDOT and December 2025 for TSUI. Recently, the SEC simplified the ETF approval process by removing the need for the 19b-4 filing, making it easier for crypto ETFs to move toward official listing.

Market Reaction to 19b-4 Rule Change 

Starting tomorrow, October 2, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will begin issuing final decisions on crypto ETF approvals. Applications for Litecoin ETFs, including those from Canary, Grayscale, and CoinShares, will enter the final phase of the approval process.

Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas recently raised the odds of a crypto ETF approval to 100%, reflecting growing confidence in the SEC’s upcoming decisions.

Balchunas said, “Who’s ready for Cointober? Spot crypto ETF Deadlines start this week! Litecoin and Solana up first. Should be a wild month.” 

As crypto ETF approvals approach, the SEC warned investors to watch out for scams. Crypto users should stay alert and avoid fraud.

DTCC Listing Buzz in Crypto ETFS

Over the past few weeks, DTCC listed multiple crypto ETFs, including Fidelity Solana ETF (FSOL), Canary HBAR ETF (HBR), and Canary XRP ETF (XRPC). However, neither of those ETFs has been approved by the SEC yet. 

These listings are a groundwork that signals an upcoming SEC approval, but does not necessarily guarantee it. So, despite appearing on the DTCC platform, ETFs cannot trade without SEC approval. 

As September 2025 closes in the green, cryptocurrency markets enter October with cautious optimism. Historically, October has been one of the strongest months for Bitcoin and Ethereum , while XRP faces potentially transformative ETF decisions that could reshape its future. With macroeconomic uncertainties, institutional inflows, and investor sentiment heating up, October may prove to be a pivotal month for the digital asset market.

Bitcoin Price Prediction October 2025

Bitcoin traders are closely watching October after BTC wrapped up September with gains, historically a strong signal for continued upside. An analysis of the past 15 Bitcoin Octobers reveals a 73% chance of a positive monthly close, with 11 of those 15 years ending in the green.

Swiss-based digital asset bank Sygnum has launched the BTC Alpha Fund for investors to grow their Bitcoin without selling it. This new Fund promises 8%–10% yearly returns paid in Bitcoin, using smart arbitrage and DeFi strategies to turn idle holdings into bigger stacks.

Here’s how!

BTC Alpha Fund: New Way to Earn on Bitcoin

In a recent announcement, Sygnum noted that the BTC Alpha Fund is designed for professional and institutional investors who want security and growth. Unlike other products, investors don’t need to sell their Bitcoin, the fund aims to increase their holdings.

It uses arbitrage trading strategies to earn profits, which are converted into Bitcoin and added back to investors’ wallets. Meanwhile, the fund targets 8–10% returns per year, making it one of the few options to earn yield on BTC.

Currently, only 0.8% of Bitcoin’s supply is used in DeFi, less than $6.5 billion of the nearly $1 trillion market. This shows huge potential for growth in Bitcoin-based yield products.

How Will This Impact Bitcoin?

Markus Hammerli, who leads the BTC Alpha Fund, says the product is already seeing strong interest. Sygnum also notes that every $1 billion flowing into Bitcoin ETFs could push prices up 3–6% because of Bitcoin’s limited supply and the multiplier effect

While decentralized finance (DeFi) shows that Bitcoin can earn income, adoption is still small. By offering a regulated fund, Sygnum aims to meet this demand while giving investors a safer option compared to riskier DeFi projects.

Safety, Liquidity, and Flexibility

In addition, Sygnum has linked the fund to its broader banking services. Shares of the BTC Alpha Fund can be used as collateral for Lombard Loans, giving investors access to liquidity without selling their Bitcoin exposure. 

This is a valuable tool for long-term holders who often struggle with cash flow while keeping their BTC untouched.

Tether, the issuer behind the leading stablecoin, USDT, has made headlines by acquiring $1 billion worth of Bitcoin—approximately 8,800 BTC—during the third quarter of this year. 

While many investors have reacted positively to this significant investment, caution has emerged from industry experts like Jacob King, CEO of SwanDesk, who warns that this move may contribute to what he believes could be the “largest bubble in history.”

Bitcoin’s True Value Could Be Below $1,000

In a recent post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), King raised serious concerns about the Bitcoin market, claiming that 80-90% of the total buy volume is artificially inflated. 

He argues that Tether essentially creates money “out of thin air,” injecting it into Bitcoin and thereby exacerbating the speculative environment. Despite the growing trend of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and institutional accumulation of Bitcoin as a treasury reserve, the cryptocurrency’s real value might be “far below $1,000.”

This narrative has been ongoing for years, provoking varied responses within the community. One investor countered King’s assertion by asking why major institutional players, including sovereign ETFs and Fortune 500 companies, continue to invest in Bitcoin if such a large portion of the trading volume is deemed fake. 

His argument suggests that either these institutions are misinformed or that the real bubble lies within traditional fiat currencies rather than cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.

King refuted this notion, alleging that the idea of significant institutional investment in Bitcoin is largely “a myth.” He contended that most inflows into ETFs are driven by retail investors, not large institutions. 

Skepticism Vs. Optimism

Further amplifying his skepticism, King criticized Strategy (previously MicroStrategy), the largest publicly traded company holding over 600,000 BTC, describing it as a “leveraged Bitcoin casino.” 

He alleged that the company’s co-founder, Michael Saylor, has a history of inflating numbers during the dot-com bubble, suggesting that the current situation is a repetition of “past mistakes.”

In contrast, other experts like Quinten Francois view Tether’s recent Bitcoin purchase through a more optimistic lens. Francois highlights the US government’s push for stablecoin adoption via the GENIUS Act, which mandates that stablecoin issuers be licensed, transparent, and fully backed by US Treasuries. 

He argues that this regulatory framework could channel trillions in offshore Eurodollars into US bonds through stablecoins, effectively continuing quantitative easing but through these private entities rather than the Federal Reserve (Fed).

At the time of writing, BTC is trading within the lower channel of its consolidation range at $113,200, with no clear indication of where prices will move next. According to CoinGecko data, the leading cryptocurrency is currently 8% below its all-time high. 

Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com 

Robert Kiyosaki, the bestselling author of "Rich Dad Poor Dad," launched a fresh attack on Warren Buffett after the billionaire investor made a rare case for gold and silver. Kiyosaki says Buffett’s change in attitude should be seen as a warning, and he has even hinted that a depression could be on the horizon.

For decades, Buffett mocked precious metals as "dead weight." In his view, unlike farmland or businesses that can generate profits, gold does not earn income or create anything useful. 

This is why Buffett’s recent praise of gold and silver is so surprising. Kiyosaki believes the shift is so dramatic that it signals serious problems brewing in stocks and bonds. 

And even though he said Buffett’s words make him "want to vomit," they also make it clear that investors should not ignore the signs. 

Instead of trusting the traditional system, Kiyosaki argues that it is time to hold defensive assets. For him, that means not only gold and silver but also Bitcoin and Ethereum, which he considers essential hedges for the future.

Bottom line

This clash reveals two very different approaches to interpreting the market. Despite his reputation, the "Oracle of Omaha" is moving toward assets he once dismissed. Kiyosaki, true to form, takes this as proof that the old rules no longer apply.

For everyday investors, the message is clear: when even Buffett starts praising gold, a big change may be on the horizon.