#CRYPTO MINUTES - 15.10.2025 $BTC ETF Flows - Net Inflow : $102.7M ⚡️ 7-day Avg : $353.7M $ETH ETF Flows - 📊 Net Inflow : $236.2M ⚡️ 7-day Avg : $41.5M TOP GAINERS: $COAI, $TAO, $ZEC, $ASTER, $PUMP TOP LOSERS: $HASH, $M, $GT, $BNB, $MNT India Excludes Crypto from Major Fintech Conference: At a large fintech event in Mumbai, discussions on cryptocurrencies and stablecoins were notably absent, reflecting India's cautious regulatory stance. (Neutral) Investors Hedge Against Further Crypto Volatility: Following a record $19 billion liquidation, investors are actively seeking protection against potential future declines in major cryptocurrencies. (Negative) Global Crypto ETFs Attract Record Inflows: Cryptocurrency ETFs saw a record $5.95 billion in inflows, coinciding with Bitcoin reaching new all-time highs. (Positive) U.S. SEC Streamlines Crypto ETF Approvals: The SEC updated its standards, expediting the approval process for cryptocurrency ETFs, leading to a surge in new filings. (Positive) Luxembourg Invests in Bitcoin via Sovereign Wealth Fund: Luxembourg's sovereign wealth fund allocated 1% of its assets to Bitcoin ETFs, marking a significant institutional endorsement. (Positive) Bhutan Migrates National ID System to Ethereum: Bhutan is transitioning its National Digital Identity system to the Ethereum blockchain, enhancing security and accessibility. (Positive) Morgan Stanley Expands Crypto Access: Morgan Stanley will grant full access to Bitcoin and Ether funds for all wealth-management clients, including retirement accounts. (Positive) U.S. and China Impose New Trade Tariffs: Both nations introduced additional port fees on ocean shipping firms, intensifying the ongoing trade war. (Negative) Global Markets React to U.S.-China Tensions: Stock markets worldwide experienced volatility due to escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China. (Negative) Federal Reserve Considers Ending Balance Sheet Reduction: Fed Chair Powell indicated the possibility of halting balance sheet reduction in the coming months. (Neutral) U.S. Government Shutdown Continues: The U.S. Senate failed to advance a funding bill, prolonging the government shutdown. (Negative) Dubai Unveils New Financial Strategy: Dubai introduced a financial strategy making virtual assets a core pillar, signaling a shift towards digital finance. (Positive) U.S. and U.K. Impose Sanctions on Cambodian Group: Joint sanctions were placed on Cambodia's "Prince Group," with 127,000 BTC now under U.S. government custody. (Negative) Japan to Ban Crypto Insider Trading: Japan announced new rules to prohibit insider trading in the cryptocurrency market. (Positive) Oil Prices Decline Amid Middle East Developments: Oil prices fell about 3% after reports of potential Israeli actions against Iranian military installations. (Positive)