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XRP pulls back from intraday highs amid heavier trading activity, holding above key support levels while lagging broader crypto benchmarks.News BackgroundXRP slipped 1.17% to $2.39 during Tuesday’s session, underperforming the CD5 index by 1.47 percentage points as sellers regained short-term control. The move came despite a 5.77% increase in trading activity above weekly averages, signaling tactical repositioning rather than outright liquidation.Price action stayed contained within the $2.33–$2.44 corridor, maintaining technical integrity even as market flows shifted. Traders described the move as “order book churn” — heavy rotation inside a defined range — with institutions recalibrating ahead of potential catalysts.Price Action…

The Federal Reserve has opened a discussion on a new entry point for payment firms. On October 21, Governor Christopher Waller described a potential “payment account” that would grant basic access to Fed payment services while limiting features that belong to full master accounts.The concept lands at a moment when market structure matters more than slogans. A narrow door into Fedwire and ACH could change who can move dollars directly, and it could shape how stablecoin issuers and tokenized funds settle fiat legs during busy periods.What the Fed Put on the TableWaller outlined a prototype that sits between today’s master…

[Major Industry News] As market rumors spread about Ripple’s $1 billion acquisition of GTreasury, BlackchainMining, a UK-registered green cloud mining platform, announced the launch of a global incentive program. This program offers a reward pool of up to $77.77 million to XRP holders and new users, ushering in a new era of digital asset appreciation!Say goodbye to the dilemma of holding coins: the moment of wealth awakening for XRP holdersUnlike Bitcoin, XRP is fully distributed from its inception, requiring no traditional mining. This puts many long-term holders in a dilemma: continue to wait for appreciation, or choose the right time…

APIA, Samoa, Oct. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Phemex, the most efficient crypto exchange, today launched an upgraded Rewards Hub with up to $15,000 USDT in total rewards, mystery box system, and missions for new and experienced traders. The upgraded Rewards Hub replaces fixed prizes with mystery boxes containing cash, BTC airdrops, trading fee vouchers, and futures bonus coupons.Updated Rewards Hub includes:Newcomer Welcome Gifts — Up to 5,000 USDT for KYC verification, first deposit, and first trade$10,000 Trading Challenge — 5,000 USDT in Futures rewards plus 5,000 USDT in Spot rewardsEarn Incentives — 7% interest boost coupons for new users completing staking…

Reflecting its evolution into a global builder of next-generation data center infrastructure powering Bitcoin and, in the future, AI computationTRENTO, Italy, Oct. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Alps Blockchain, a European leader in digital infrastructure and Bitcoin mining, today announced its forthcoming corporate rebranding to Alps, marking a new chapter in its growth as a fully integrated infrastructure company.The rebranding underscores Alps’ transformation from a pioneering Bitcoin mining operator into a vertically integrated builder and manager of advanced data centers, capable of converting energy into digital computation – from Bitcoin mining with ASIC systems to, in the future, high-performance computing (HPC) for…

Crypto prime broker FalconX has agreed to acquire 21Shares, the world’s largest issuer of crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs).By joining forces, FalconX and 21Shares aim to develop new regulated digital asset investment products that appeal to both institutional and retail investors, the company said in an announcement shared with Cointelegraph. “21Shares has built one of the most trusted and innovative product platforms in digital assets,” said Raghu Yarlagadda, CEO of FalconX. “We’re witnessing a powerful convergence between digital assets and traditional financial markets, as crypto ETPs open new channels for investor participation through regulated, familiar structures.”FalconX brings its $2 trillion trading infrastructure…

Brave Frontier, a well-known name in the gaming industry, has unveiled its latest installment, Brave Frontier Versus, now available on the Sui blockchain network. This launch marks a significant evolution in the franchise, leveraging Sui’s cutting-edge technology to offer an enhanced gaming experience, according to the Sui Foundation. A Legendary Franchise Expands Developed by gC Games, a subsidiary of Japan’s gaming giant gumi, Brave Frontier Versus brings the franchise’s iconic gameplay to a new trading card game (TCG) format. Players can now engage in fast-paced, turn-based PvP card battles, assembling teams of heroes for strategic matches. The game integrates Sui’s…

Good Morning, Asia. Here’s what’s making news in the markets:Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing, a daily summary of top stories during U.S. hours and an overview of market moves and analysis. For a detailed overview of U.S. markets, see CoinDesk’s Crypto Daybook Americas.Prediction market bettors are growing increasingly convinced that the U.S. government shutdown will make history. Contracts on Polymarket and Kalshi are pricing in a resumption of government after 40 days, surpassing the 35-day record set in 2019.Traders on Polymarket assign the highest probability to a resolution around November 15, while Kalshi’s duration market forecasts an average length of…

Ripple just announced its own investment firm, with plans to build a $1 billion treasury dedicated to buying XRP.This announcement is a major win for XRP, as they will most likely make these purchases directly from the open market. Think of it as the BlackRock of XRP, a bridge between traditional finance and Ripple’s on-chain liquidity network.The firm plans to go public through a SPAC merger with Armada Acquisition Corp II and will trade under a creative ticker called XRPN.Since it was launched by Ripple, the entire goal is to give institutions regulated access to XRP and build an active,…

Willemstad, Curacao, October 21st, 2025, ChainwireBombastic Casino has launched an updated version of its platform, featuring a redesigned user interface and an expanded set of features. The update introduces daily rewards, social interaction tools, and enhanced transparency measures.The rebrand is part of Bombastic’s ongoing efforts to develop a more accessible and user-oriented blockchain gaming environment, incorporating a modern design alongside improvements in platform security and community engagement.What’s New at Bombastic CasinoIntegrated Player Chat Feature: Bombastic Casino has introduced an in-platform chat function, allowing users to communicate in real-time during gameplay. The feature supports sharing in-game outcomes, exchanging strategic insights, and…