Here’s what to watch in the week beginning October 6, covering key developments in cryptocurrencies, blockchain, and macroeconomic events that could influence digital asset markets. For daily updates delivered straight to your inbox, subscribe to Crypto Daybook Americas.
Crypto markets may face increased uncertainty this week as the U.S. government shutdown delays the release of major economic data, making it harder for traders to pinpoint market-moving catalysts.
While the shutdown puts U.S. exchange-traded fund (ETF) approvals on hold, U.K. investors will regain access to crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs) for the first time in four years. The Financial Conduct Authority lifted its ban in August, citing a more mature market and better investor understanding of these products.
In industry news, Hedera is rolling out a mainnet upgrade to introduce batch transactions, improving network efficiency. Meanwhile, Jito DAO is voting on whether to double the number of validators on Solana’s StakeNet platform, aiming to enhance the economic efficiency of the Jito Stake Pool.
