ChainCatcher news, the Ethereum network MEME coin Daram will be listed on the Nasdaq advertising screen in Times Square, New York at 11:30 local time on October 25.It is reported that the current market capitalization of Daram is 12 million USD.

According to ChainCatcher news, leading global lithography system manufacturer ASML has released its Q3 2024 financial report and lowered its performance expectations for 2025, raising concerns among investors, which led to a more than 10% drop in its U.S. stock during trading. As a result, the Nasdaq Composite Index fell by more than 1%, and the stock price of semiconductor giant NVIDIA saw a decline of 5.7%, marking the largest single-day drop since September 6, 2024.According to the financial data released by ASML, the company's gross margin for Q3 was 50.8%, slightly above the market expectation of 50.7%. The new orders for Q3 amounted to only €2.63 billion, far below the market expectation of €5.39 billion.ASML expects its net sales for Q4 of FY 2024 to be between €8.8 billion and €9.2 billion, with the market expectation at €8.95 billion; the full-year net sales expectation remains at €28 billion, with the market expectation at €27.71 billion.ASML anticipates that net sales for 2025 will be between €30 billion and €35 billion, while the market expectation is €35.94 billion. The gross margin expectation for FY 2025 has been lowered to a range of 51% to 53%, down from the previous expectation of 54% to 56%.

ChainCatcher news, according to the official announcement, Bybit has announced further enhancements to its MetaTrader 5 (MT5) platform by adding index trading features. Bybit MT5 users can directly use USDT to invest in global indices including those from Hong Kong and mainland China, providing cryptocurrency investors with additional options to invest in traditional markets, further optimizing asset diversity and unlocking investment potential.Bybit MT5 enables users to directly trade traditional assets using USDT, such as commodities, forex, and newly included global major indices, in the form of Contracts for Difference (CFD). This innovation opens the door for cryptocurrency traders to a more diversified portfolio and allows them to deploy complex cross-asset trading strategies.Most importantly, it enables Bybit users to achieve broader trading goals in a crypto-native way. The newly added 17 global indices include the China A50 Index cash CFD (USD), Hang Seng Index cash CFD (HKD), Dow Jones Index cash CFD (USD), Nasdaq 100 cash, Nikkei Index cash CFD (JPY), and more.The Bybit MT5 platform offers real-time data, highly customizable features, and sophisticated market analysis tools, backed by Bybit's top-tier liquidity and hundreds of popular trading pairs, deeply integrating cryptocurrency and traditional assets to meet the ever-changing needs of users.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, based on regulatory documents from October 1, asset management company Hashdex has submitted a revised S-1 application for the Nasdaq Crypto Index ETF.The document indicates that the approval process for the crypto index ETF with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues to make progress, after the agency requested more time to decide whether to authorize the fund for trading in August. The Hashdex Nasdaq Cryptocurrency Index U.S. ETF was initially set to include Bitcoin and Ethereum, but the document states that it may ultimately expand to include other cryptocurrencies.

ChainCatcher news, South Korean virtual asset exchange Bithumb announced at a temporary shareholders' meeting that it is considering listing on the Nasdaq in the United States. Bithumb is currently seeking an initial public offering (IPO), aiming to go public in the second half of next year, with Samsung Securities as the lead underwriter.Earlier this year, Bithumb passed a personnel spin-off resolution, planning to transfer new businesses to a newly established company to enhance the chances of a successful IPO. Previously, Bithumb attempted to list on the KOSDAQ market in South Korea in 2020 but abandoned the effort due to unclear regulations. Currently, Bithumb is exploring various listing possibilities both domestically and internationally.Additionally, on the same day, Bithumb's temporary shareholders' meeting approved a single proposal to rename the virtual asset exchange operating entity Bithumb Korea to Bithumb. Bithumb stated that it plans to enhance its visibility through the unification of the company name and service name.

According to ChainCatcher news, as reported by Decrypt, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved a rule change allowing the Nasdaq International Securities Exchange to list and trade options on BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF (iShares Bitcoin Trust, referred to as IBIT). This decision marks a step forward in expanding the range of Bitcoin-related derivatives, providing investors with additional tools to manage exposure to the world's largest cryptocurrency.Since regulators approved several Bitcoin-related ETFs in the U.S., BlackRock has been seeking approval for such listings at least since March of this year. The SEC's approval came after several amendments submitted by Nasdaq ISE aimed at addressing concerns about manipulation and excessive risk-taking in the emerging crypto options market.IBIT options will be physically settled and will use American-style exercise, providing hedging services for investors looking to manage Bitcoin-related risks. Despite the approval, the SEC's actions still stem from ongoing concerns about the potential risks of cryptocurrency derivatives. Comment letters submitted during the review process highlighted worries about market volatility and the broader integration of cryptocurrencies with traditional financial markets. Some urged the SEC to delay approval until the Bitcoin market stabilizes further. In any case, the SEC found that the exchange's surveillance mechanisms, including real-time monitoring and a cross-market surveillance sharing agreement with the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, were sufficient to prevent manipulation.

ChainCatcher news, according to Decrypt, DeFi Technologies has announced that it has submitted a 40-F registration form to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, preparing to list on the Nasdaq stock market. The company's common stock listing on Nasdaq still requires approval from Nasdaq and must meet all applicable listing and regulatory requirements, including the effectiveness of the 40-F form announced by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The company's stock will also continue to be listed on the Canadian Cboe.It is reported that DeFi Technologies is the parent company of several cryptocurrency-focused subsidiaries, particularly the exchange-traded fund (ETF) operator Valour, which is currently trading under the DEFI code on the Canadian exchange (Cboe Canada) and under the DEFTF code in the over-the-counter market.

ChainCatcher message, U.S. stock market opens, Dow Jones rises by 0.16%, S&P 500 index rises by 0.43%, Nasdaq rises by 0.79%. Intel (INTC.O) rises by 6.2%, as it may spin off its foundry business. Dell (DELL.N) rises by 3.89%. (Jin Shi)

ChainCatcher news, according to a document from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the CFTC today issued a filing and settlement charges against Nasdaq Futures Inc. (formerly a Designated Contract Market (DCM)). The order found that Nasdaq Futures Inc. failed to properly establish, monitor, or enforce rules related to incentive programs offered to certain traders on its DCM, requiring Nasdaq Futures Inc. to pay a civil penalty of $22 million.It is reported that from July 2015 to July 2018, Nasdaq Futures Inc. operated as a DCM focused on energy commodity futures contracts. Nasdaq Futures Inc. provided various incentive programs to certain traders on its contract market, including its "Designated Market Maker" (DMM) program. In accordance with the CEA and related regulations, this volume-based component was not disclosed to the CFTC.

ChainCatcher news, after the release of CPI data, U.S. S&P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index futures rose to pre-market highs. (Jin Ten)

ChainCatcher news, 10x Research released a report stating that the Bitcoin spot ETF has recently failed to capitalize on the downturn, instead experiencing continued outflows, with no significant inflows from stablecoins. The lack of buyers during this decline is concerning and has made the market direction unclear.Yesterday, it noted that Bitcoin attempted to rebound but emphasized the strong resistance in the $56,000 to $57,000 range, which hindered the rebound triggered by the Bank of Japan's statement. However, the Bank of Japan did not hit the rewind button; they simply pressed the "pause" button, as they may raise interest rates again.10x Research key insights highlight that even if the market surpasses the hype surrounding the Japanese arbitrage trading news, downside risks still exist in the Nasdaq index, and Bitcoin may decline further.

ChainCatcher news, the exchange Nasdaq and the world's largest asset management company BlackRock plan to list options products based on spot Ethereum ETFs. In a filing released on Tuesday on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's website, BlackRock and Nasdaq proposed to amend rules to launch and trade options based on the iShares Ethereum Trust (ticker symbol ETHA).The filing stated, "The exchange believes that offering trust options will benefit investors by providing them with an additional, relatively low-cost investment tool that allows them to access spot Ether, while also providing a hedging tool to meet their investment needs in Ether products and positions." Comments on the proposal will be published within 21 days. Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart posted on X on Tuesday that the SEC may make a final decision on the proposal in early April 2025.

ChainCatcher news, according to Jinshi, U.S. stocks closed lower on Monday, with the Dow initially down 2.6% or 1,030 points, the S&P 500 down 2.99%, and the Nasdaq down 3.43%. Nvidia (NVDA.O) fell 6%, and Apple (AAPL.O) dropped nearly 5%. Chinese concept stocks were relatively resilient, with the Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index closing up 0.25%.

ChainCatcher news, according to market data, U.S. stock index futures have widened their declines, with the Dow down 1.14%, Nasdaq futures down 5.39%, and S&P 500 index futures down 2.69%.

ChainCatcher news, Nasdaq futures continue to decline, with a drop of 2.54%; S&P 500 futures fell by 1.61%. (Jin Shi)

ChainCatcher news, the Dutch cryptocurrency exchange Bitvavo has reached an agreement with Nasdaq to deploy its market surveillance technology. This move aims to enhance trust, transparency, and integrity in its market by enabling its compliance framework to keep pace with the rapid growth and development of the business.Bitvavo was founded in 2018 in Amsterdam and is registered with the Dutch Central Bank (DNB), supporting over 300 digital asset services.

ChainCatcher news, Matrixport officially stated on social media that people generally believe Bitcoin represents a bet on the future of technology. Historically, Bitcoin has shown a correlation with the Nasdaq index (the benchmark index for U.S. tech companies).In the past two years, Bitcoin has outperformed the Nasdaq index by 73%. Although the correlation between Bitcoin and the Nasdaq index has sometimes been high, the current correlation is only 9%, indicating that investors can achieve uncorrelated returns. Incorporating high-return, uncorrelated assets into a portfolio is undoubtedly an extremely attractive strategy for investors.

ChainCatcher news, the Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged for the seventh consecutive time, with Powell stating that it is not yet time to announce a rate cut. The three major U.S. stock indexes closed mixed, with the Nasdaq up 1.53%, the S&P 500 up 0.85%, and the Dow down 0.09%. Both the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 set new historical highs. Most large tech stocks rose, with Tesla and Nvidia up over 3%, Apple up over 2%, continuing to set new highs, and at one point rising more than 6%, surpassing Microsoft's total market value; Microsoft rose over 1%, while Netflix, Google, and Meta saw slight increases; Amazon and Intel experienced slight declines.