Global crypto markets surged last week as digital asset investment products saw a historic $5.95 billion in inflows — the largest ever recorded. Analysts attribute the jump to a delayed reaction to the recent FOMC interest rate cut, weak US employment data, and concerns over government stability following the shutdown. The rally pushed total assets under management (AuM) to an all-time high of $254 billion.

The United States led the charge with $5 billion in inflows, marking a new national record. Switzerland followed with $563 million, while Germany recorded its second-highest inflows at $312 million. The broad-based optimism highlights growing investor confidence across major crypto markets.

Bitcoin remained the top performer, drawing $3.55 billion, its highest weekly inflow on record. Ethereum attracted $1.48 billion, bringing its year-to-date inflows to $13.7 billion, nearly triple last year’s figure. Solana and XRP also saw strong gains, with inflows of US$706.5 million and $219.4 million, respectively.

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The Bitcoin train seems to never, ever stop.

Bitcoin reached an all-time high today, surging past its previous all-time high of $124,466. Bitcoin climbed more than 13% over the past week, quickly rebounding from $109,000 at the end of September to touch $125,750 today, according to Bitcoin Magazine Pro data.

The last time bitcoin was close to these levels was in August. 

There are several key drivers for the bullish reversal. Macroeconomic uncertainty — including the ongoing U.S. government shutdown — has led investors toward alternatives like bitcoin, historically seen as a hedge against traditional financial risks. 

Geoffrey Kendrick, head of digital assets at Standard…

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Coinbase, the largest U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange, announced on Friday its application for a national trust company charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). The move positions Coinbase alongside other major crypto firms pursuing similar licenses to strengthen their regulatory footing.

Greg Tusar, Coinbase’s vice president of institutional product, said the OCC charter would streamline oversight for new products and support innovation in integrating digital assets with traditional finance. “We’re not the first crypto company to seek a federal charter, and we won’t be the last,” Tusar noted, emphasizing the company’s commitment to responsible growth.

Tusar clarified that Coinbase has no plans to operate as a traditional bank, highlighting the firm’s focus on transparency and regulatory trust. Other crypto firms, including Paxos, BitGo, Ripple, and Circle, have also sought OCC charters amid an increasingly favorable regulatory climate for digital finance.

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New York lawmakers have taken a harsher stance towards bitcoin mining industry. A new bill in the state Senate, S.8518, would impose a tiered excise tax on the energy used by Bitcoin and other proof-of-work mining companies.

The legislation, sponsored by Democratic Senator Liz Krueger and Assemblymember Anna Kelles, would tax mining operations based on how much energy they use each year. They say it aims to make mining companies pay their “fair share” and help families with rising utility bills.

Miners using up to 2.25 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) per year wouldn’t pay a tax. But companies using more energy would pay:

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Samsung has announced a major partnership with Coinbase that will give 75 million Galaxy device owners in the U.S. access to the exchange’s premium service, Coinbase One. This marks the largest consumer distribution deal Coinbase has ever executed and Samsung’s most ambitious step into the crypto space to date.

Through Samsung Wallet, Galaxy users can now enjoy zero trading fees, higher staking rewards, and seamless integration without the need to download extra apps or move funds across platforms. Samsung Pay will also link directly to Coinbase accounts, allowing crypto-backed payments alongside traditional cards, transit passes, and IDs—all in one secure place.

The rollout begins in the U.S. but will expand globally in the coming months. “Our mission is to bring more than a billion people on chain,” said Shan Aggarwal, Chief Business Officer at Coinbase. Samsung executives highlighted that this move further strengthens Galaxy Wallet as a trusted, all-in-one financial hub for millions of users.

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Bitcoin has kicked off the fourth quarter of 2025 with a strong rally, surging more than 10% over the past week — from around $109,000 on September 27 to over $122,000 today.

But Bitcoin could surge to fresh all-time highs if the U.S. government shutdown continues, according to Geoff Kendrick, head of digital assets at Standard Chartered.

Kendrick believes that Bitcoin’s historically positive correlation with U.S. Treasury term premiums, suggesting the cryptocurrency may benefit from prolonged fiscal uncertainty.

Kendrick noted that during prolonged market stress — conditions that often favor digitally scarce assets — Bitcoin has historically shown remarkable…

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Walmart’s majority-owned fintech firm OnePay is preparing to roll out cryptocurrency trading and custody services on its mobile app later this year, according to sources familiar with the matter. With the support of startup Zerohash, the company will enable customers to buy, hold, and trade bitcoin and ether, marking a major step in its effort to become a U.S. “super app” for digital finance.

Founded in 2021 with Ribbit Capital, OnePay has steadily expanded its offerings, including savings accounts, credit and debit cards, buy now, pay later loans, and even wireless plans. The addition of crypto would allow users to convert digital assets into cash and use funds for everyday purchases or bill payments, putting it in direct competition with PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App—all of which already feature crypto options.

The timing underscores growing mainstream adoption of digital assets, as major banks and fintechs expand into the sector. OnePay’s integration with Walmart’s checkout ecosystem, which reaches 150 million U.S. shoppers weekly, could give it a powerful edge as it moves into the crypto space.

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Samsung has partnered with Coinbase to give 75 million of its Galaxy device owners in the U.S. access to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

The union brings Coinbase One’s premium features — including zero trading fees and boosted staking rewards — directly into Samsung Wallet, allowing users to explore Bitcoin and crypto without downloading any additional apps or moving funds across different platforms, Coinbase said. 

The integration will also connect Samsung Pay to Coinbase accounts, allowing Galaxy users to make purchases with Bitcoin and other crypto holdings in the same place they already store payment cards, transit passes, and IDs. 

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