Top Crypto and Economic Events: October 7 – October 13, 2024

This week is packed with major economic reports, blockchain events, token unlocks, and platform launches. Below is a breakdown of the key events scheduled for the upcoming days:

Monday, October 7

• FTX Confirmation Hearing
  The FTX bankruptcy proceedings continue, with the confirmation hearing being a pivotal event in deciding the future of the exchange.
• $TOSHI NFToshis 2.0 Snapshot Begins
  The start of a major snapshot for NFT holders of $TOSHI, expected to define eligibility for future airdrops.
• $STMX Staking Decommissioning
  StormX is winding down its staking mechanism, impacting tokenomics and rewards for its holders.
• $MODE Unlock of $5M
  $MODE token will see the release of $5M in unlocked tokens, potentially affecting its market dynamics.

Tuesday, October 8

• Merge Madrid
  A significant crypto conference featuring speakers from leading projects, including $XRP, $CHZ, and $LINK.
• $SAGA Vault 5 Distribution
  Distribution of assets from $SAGA Vault 5 begins, rewarding participants in the ecosystem.
• $NTRN Prop49 & 50 Ends
  Governance proposals for $NTRN come to a close, potentially bringing updates or changes to the protocol.
• HBO “Money Electric” Documentary
  A documentary exploring Satoshi Nakamoto’s identity debuts, potentially generating new debates and speculations.

Wednesday, October 9

• US FOMC Minutes Release
  The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will release minutes from its latest meeting, which may offer insights into future monetary policy.
• $RON Sponsored Transactions Launch
  $RON is launching its sponsored transaction service, facilitating user transactions on its platform.
• $AITECH Marketplace Launch
  The official debut of the $AITECH marketplace, which aims to provide AI-driven solutions in blockchain.
• $XAI Unlock of $7.8M
  $XAI token will see an unlock of $7.8M, potentially impacting its price.

Thursday, October 10

• US CPI Report
  The Consumer Price Index (CPI) will be released, with expectations for m/m inflation at 0.1% (core 0.2%).
• US Unemployment Claims
  Unemployment claims are expected to come in at 229K, providing an update on labor market health.
• $CHZ $PEPPER CEXs Snapshot
  A snapshot involving $CHZ and $PEPPER tokens across centralized exchanges, likely affecting holders.
• $OP Unlock of $13.5M
  $OP token will have a substantial $13.5M unlock, with potential implications for the token’s liquidity and price.

Friday, October 11

• US PPI Report
  The Producer Price Index (PPI) report is anticipated, with expected m/m growth of 0.1% (core 0.2%).
• $BNB Binance Nigerian Tax Evasion Verdict
  Binance faces a critical verdict on tax evasion charges in Nigeria, with potential implications for its operations.
• BlackRock Earnings Report
  BlackRock will release its earnings, with possible mentions of Bitcoin, especially given the firm’s increasing interest in crypto.
• $APT Unlock of $99M
  A significant $99M worth of $APT tokens will be unlocked, which could lead to increased selling pressure.

Saturday, October 12

• UAE Web3 Fest (12-17 Oct)
  A major blockchain festival in the UAE, featuring discussions on Web3, decentralized finance, and blockchain technology.

Sunday, October 13

• $ZIL Halving Proposal Vote Ends
  The vote on a halving proposal for $ZIL comes to an end, potentially affecting its future supply dynamics.
• $NEAR Unlock of $2M
  $NEAR will unlock $2M worth of tokens, which could impact market movements for the token.