The week of October 25-31, 2025, marked the end of a tough October for the crypto market, often called "Uptober" but ending in losses for many assets. Bitcoin broke its seven-year streak of positive Octobers, dropping about 5%, while Ethereum fell around 20% over the month, with weekly dips tied to U.S. Federal Reserve signals. The overall market cap hovered around $3.8-4.2 trillion, down from peaks, amid liquidations over $500 million and a shift to neutral sentiment. DeFi saw stable activit...