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Bitcoin \'volatility bet\' put to test as options market watches Fed rate hold

With the U.S. Federal Reserve holding its policy rate, attention in the bitcoin options market is on whether elevated volatility premiums built up ahead of the decision will retreat. Analysts say if actual price moves fall short of expectations, option buyers could face heavier costs as implied volatility drops and time value erodes. Data showed implied volatility above realised volatility, suggesting the market priced in larger swings than recently observed.

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XRP faces test ahead of Bank of Japan meeting, can it hold $1.26?

Volatility concerns are rising across the crypto market, including XRP, ahead of the Bank of Japan\'s October policy meeting. Markets largely expect the BOJ to keep rates at 1.25 percent, but a hawkish message or inflation outlook changes could boost expectations for another hike and weigh on risk assets. XRP has fallen about 14.5 percent in October to around $1.27. Technical indicators point to downside risks, with $1.26 seen as key support.

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Japan considers stablecoins for childcare and grocery subsidies, eyes onchain shift for government bonds and payment infrastructure

Japan is considering using stablecoins and tokenised deposits for subsidies with restricted uses such as childcare and groceries, while also examining a broader shift to blockchain-based finance. The Financial Services Agency has released minutes from a forum meeting and plans an interim summary in early 2027. Discussions cover programmable functions tied to real transactions, linking onchain and offchain payments, and ensuring payment-system stability and safety.