The market has been pumping hard, and if you’ve been following along, we’ve been spoon-feeding setups all Uptober. Hope you caught a few, because this rally isn’t just fueled by charts—it’s powered by real bullish news. From Samsung’s massive Coinbase integration to new airdrop updates and even Walmart’s crypto entry, the momentum is building fast. Let’s dive into what’s been happening across the crypto world.
Samsung Wallet Brings Coinbase Trading to 75 Million Galaxy Devices
Samsung has entered a new partnership with Coinbase to bring digital asset services to over 75 million Galaxy device owners in the United States. This collaboration gives users direct access to Coinbase One—its zero-fee trading and high-yield staking program—right from Samsung Wallet.
In 2020, Samsung worked with Gemini to integrate crypto trading into its Blockchain Wallet, but this new step with Coinbase is the biggest push yet. For the first time, Galaxy users can trade, stake, and even use crypto for payments without installing a single extra app.
According to Coinbase’s Chief Business Officer, Shan Aggarwal, “Our mission is to bring more than a billion people on chain, and that starts with meeting them where they already are: on their phones.”
This integration also ties Samsung Pay with Coinbase accounts, allowing crypto-backed payments at checkout. The rollout starts in the U.S. but will expand globally in the coming months.
It’s a huge step in merging everyday finance with digital assets—and exactly the kind of mainstream move that fuels Uptober’s optimism.
Airdrop Updates You Shouldn’t Miss
It’s been an intense week for airdrop farmers. If you’ve been active, there’s plenty to claim—and even more to prepare for.
- Based Users can now claim the Upheavel Airdrop.
- Based Season 1 just ended, and Season 2 starts today. We’ll update our AirdropAlert listing with new info soon.
- Aster Season 2 snapshot happens today, with Season 3 beginning right after.
- Hyperlane Expansion Rewards Season 3 snapshot is complete, and claims start October 8th.
- Ethereal Mainnet launches October 20th, with its waitlist already open.
There’s a lot of action across multiple chains. Staying active and consistent during these farming seasons pays off—literally. Check our latest listings to stay ahead and avoid missing out on rewards that could multiply in value later.
Check out our recent list of the best DEX airdrops for 2025.
World Liberty Financial Sells WLFI at a 25% Premium to Hut 8
Another big headline this week: World Liberty Financial (WLFI)—the Trump family–affiliated crypto project—sold part of its locked token holdings to Bitcoin mining firm Hut 8.
According to data from Arkham Intelligence, the deal involved around 100 million WLFI tokens, valued at $25 million, sold at $0.25 per token—a 25% premium above the market price.
Analysts see this as a strong show of confidence in WLFI’s long-term fundamentals. Hut 8 reportedly plans to hold the tokens as part of its corporate treasury reserve, a move similar to MicroStrategy’s BTC approach.
For WLFI, it’s a sign of institutional backing and long-term trust. But here’s my take: while it’s good to see big names getting involved, buying tokens through private deals above market price feels a bit odd. A public purchase on the open market would have been fairer for retail holders and likely sparked a much larger community-driven price rally.
Still, the broader story remains bullish. WLFI’s strategy—tokenizing real estate and commodities while integrating retail payment systems—shows they’re thinking long-term.
MetaMask Airdrop Rumors Heating Up
If you haven’t read our detailed MetaMask airdrop guide, check it out here: MetaMask $MASK Token and Airdrop Guide.
Since then, speculation around MetaMask’s reward system has exploded. Users can now opt in to MetaMask Rewards, earning points for swapping, bridging, and trading. Early data shows that past activity might act as a multiplier, meaning OG users could score big.
Leaked details hint that rewards may depend on activity type:
- Spot trading: 80 points per $100
- Futures trading: 10 points per $100
- Past trading: 250 points per $1,250
- Using LINEA chain: 100% bonus points
MetaMask has confirmed that the rewards program will distribute over $30 million in LINEA tokens during Season 1. They stress it’s “not a farming play,” but calling it “Season 1” says otherwise. Naturally, airdrop farmers everywhere are already moving volume through MetaMask’s swaps and bridges.
And if MetaMask rewards tie directly to a future $MASK token, this could become one of the biggest airdrops of all time
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Walmart’s OnePay to Add Bitcoin and Ethereum
Here’s another big traditional finance move: Walmart-backed OnePay is planning to integrate crypto trading and custody features by the end of 2025.
OnePay currently serves about 1.5 million users and offers banking, payments, and credit services. Soon, users will be able to buy, hold, and convert BTC and ETH directly in-app—making it one of the first retail fintechs with full crypto integration.
The backend partner is Zerohash, a Chicago-based blockchain infrastructure company that recently raised $104 million with participation from Morgan Stanley. This partnership gives OnePay a fast and compliant way to launch crypto features.
For Walmart, this is a cautious but clear step into the digital asset world. With its massive retail reach, integrating crypto payments could change how everyday consumers use digital assets. Imagine buying groceries, paying bills, and investing—all in one app tied to your local store.
U.S. Court Rules BAYC NFTs and ApeCoin Are Not Securities
In another milestone moment, a U.S. federal court has ruled that Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFTs and ApeCoin are not securities.
The lawsuit, filed in 2022, accused Yuga Labs of selling unregistered securities and misleading investors. Judge Fernando Olguin dismissed the case, stating that BAYC NFTs don’t meet the Howey Test—meaning they’re collectibles, not investments.
This decision is a huge win for Yuga Labs and for the entire NFT industry. It provides long-awaited legal clarity that NFTs marketed as cultural or creative assets, not profit vehicles, fall outside securities law.
In short, NFTs are finally being recognized for what they are—digital art, identity, and community tools—not financial products. The ruling could set a precedent that limits the SEC’s reach over NFTs and gives creators more room to innovate.
Crypto Twitter reacted fast, calling the verdict a “historic milestone” for digital ownership and Web3 culture.
Check our recent update on American Express Travel NFTs.
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Final Thoughts
We’re still deep in Uptober, and the news keeps getting more bullish by the day. Samsung’s Coinbase rollout, Walmart’s crypto entry, WLFI’s institutional backing—it’s all momentum fuel. But remember, markets move in cycles.
As I mentioned in my last blog, it might be wise to start thinking about your exit strategy. I’ve been trading Bitcoin since 2013, and this cycle feels close to its peak. Trade levels, not emotions.
The next few months will likely bring both blow-off tops and shakeouts. But for now, enjoy Uptober—because these updates show the bull market is very much alive.
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