October has historically been a strong month for cryptocurrencies, and in 2025 investors are bracing for potential gains as the sector celebrates a landmark year in the U.S., with major legal victories and regulatory clarity allowing digital assets to operate more freely. Analysts point to a pivotal moment for Bitcoin, currently testing the $117,618 level. According to Columbus, this zone could either push BTC higher, stabilize it around $117,000, or trigger a pullback to $112,000. He emphasized caution, warning that if Bitcoin fails to hold support, altcoins could suffer sharp declines. With three scenarios on the table, traders are urged to navigate volatility carefully, especially in highly leveraged positions.
September brought strong momentum across global markets: the S&P 500 posted its best September in 27 years, gold reached its highest RSI levels since 1980, and silver also closed the month higher. In crypto, regulatory progress gained traction as the SEC advanced rules for trading stocks on blockchain networks and unveiled a streamlined approval process for altcoin ETFs, cutting timelines from 240 to 75 days. Meanwhile, Metaplanet expanded its holdings with 5,268 additional BTC, Chainlink partnered with UBS and Swift, and Robinhood accelerated its expansion into Europe and the U.K.
Adding to the buzz, Donald Trump’s son backed a Dogecoin mining initiative, while rumors point to imminent approval of Solana ETFs. Market watchers also see high chances of XRP, SOL, DOGE, and other tokens gaining regulatory greenlights in October. With technical levels in focus and regulatory momentum building, investors are preparing for what could be a decisive final quarter of 2025.