Here are the key crypto news highlights from this week:

	1.	Bitcoin Price Volatility: Bitcoin experienced a drop in trading volume by 16%, with analysts predicting potential fluctuations as high as $72,000 later in October ￼.
	2.	BlackRock Endorsement: BlackRock officially referred to Bitcoin as a “global monetary alternative,” boosting investor confidence in its long-term prospects ￼.
	3.	DeFi Growth: Grayscale launched a new Aave investment fund, and the DeFi sector continues to expand with increased institutional interest ￼ ￼.
	4.	Security Issues: Cryptocurrency hacks continue to be a concern, with $440 million stolen in Q3 2024 alone ￼.