The Breakdown The Five Most Important Stories in Crypto This Week
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Sep 20, 2025 This week dives into Bitcoin's surprising performance in September and what it means for market trends. The conversation shifts to the transformative impact of the Fed's recent rate cut on the economy. Exciting developments emerge as Google and Coinbase collaborate on a stablecoin payment protocol. New token news from Base and MetaMask keeps the community buzzing. Finally, updates on stablecoin policies from the US and UK spotlight regulatory shifts shaping the industry.
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September Strength Feels Tentative
- Bitcoin is up in September despite chaotic macro markets, signaling resilience rather than euphoric bullishness.
- Nathaniel Whittemore warns this strength feels cautious and may not signal a sustained breakout.
ETF Approvals Are Long-Term Plumbing
- The SEC's new generic listing standards and recent approvals create structural tailwinds for crypto ETFs over time.
- Whittemore and co-host stress these are long-term plumbing benefits, not immediate price explosions.
Don’t Expect Instant ETF Mania
- Expect new ETF products to normalize over months and integrate into existing stock‑market flows.
- Do not assume instant explosive demand; treat them as gradual liquidity channels.