Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Others: Key Events to Watch in October
The crypto market is starting October with multiple events that could shift the balance of power.
Beyond Bitcoin, which remains at the center of attention due to its weight in the total valuation and its seasonality known as 'Uptober', other cryptocurrencies are also worth watching.
Ethereum, for example, is preparing for a new stage with Glamsterdam, its upcoming major update expected in the fourth quarter. The Sepolia testnet fork is scheduled for October 6, marking an important phase in this process.
Solana and Chainlink also have technical catalysts that could attract investors' attention in October. Solana's Alpenglow protocol aims to reduce transaction finality time significantly, while Chainlink has launched CCIP 2.0, a new version of its interoperability protocol with compliance tools and faster cross-chain transfers.
The Federal Reserve meeting on October 27 and 28 will remain crucial for the macroeconomic context, as US interest rates and mandatory yields can trigger strong fluctuations in risky assets.