Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao responded to Peter Schiff’s prediction of a brutal Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) bear market on Thursday, highlighting the leading cryptocurrency’s historical outperformance against gold.
Zhao sarcastically admitted that Bitcoiners “should have listened” to Schiff’s forecast now that BTC has plunged 32% against gold since its August peak. He did, however, point out that the two-month period represents only 1% of BTC’s 16-year existence.
“I am sure Bitcoin fluctuated negatively against gold more than that, except BTC went from $0.004 to $110,000 in 16 years,” the cryptocurrency mogul countered.
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Zhao’s argument had merit. While BTC has fallen 32% against gold in the last two months, longer timeframes suggested a different story.
Over the last five years, BTC has jumped 317% against the yellow metal. Similarly, it has increased by 8673% over a 10-year timeframe.
Schiff has stepped up the attack against BTC amid gold’s record-breaking run, questioning the "Digital Gold" narrative touted by a big section of Bitcoiners. While gold reached fresh highs at $4,370 per troy ounce, BTC fell further to $107,000 on Thursday.
He predicted a “brutal” bear market for the asset and urged its holders to sell it for gold to avoid “going broke.”
Price Action: At the time of writing, BTC was trading at $109,016.76, down 2.30% over the last 24 hours, according to data from Benzinga Pro. Year-to-date, the asset has gained 15%.
Spot gold was up 0.86% to $4,363.65 per ounce, having jumped over 60% this year.

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The Louisiana Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Oct. 16, 2025, results for each game:
3-4-6
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4-3-1-5
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7-3-7-9-9
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All Louisiana Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at Louisiana Lottery offices. Prizes of over $5,000 must be claimed at Lottery office.
By mail, follow these instructions:
Mail all of the above in a single envelope to:
Louisiana Lottery Headquarters
555 Laurel Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
To submit in person, visit Louisiana Lottery headquarters:
555 Laurel Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, (225) 297-2000.
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes of any amount.
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The Maine Lottery offers several games for those aiming to win big.
You can pick from national lottery games, like the Powerball and Mega Millions, or a variety of local and regional games, like the Pick 3, Pick 4 and Gimme 5.
While your odds of winning a big jackpot in the Powerball or Mega Millions are generally pretty slim (here’s how they compare to being struck by lightning or dealt a royal flush), other games offer better odds to win cash, albeit with lower prize amounts.
Here’s a look at Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025 results for each game:
Day: 1-2-3
Evening: 5-5-4
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Day: 1-2-9-9
Evening: 1-3-0-3
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04-07-42-43-46, Lucky Ball: 11
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01-11-20-29-39
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Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.
You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.
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Fibroids are benign tumors that grow in or on the uterus, or womb. They may impact fertility and pregnancy chances.
Uterine fibroids are very common. About 20 to 80 percent of women develop these noncancerous growths by age 50, and 30 percent of women between 25 and 44 have symptoms of fibroids. That means uterine fibroids are common during a woman’s childbearing years.
Read on to learn more about why fibroids develop and how they affect pregnancy.
Most women will experience no effects from fibroids during their pregnancy. However, a 2010 review suggests 10 to 30 percent of women with fibroids develop complications during pregnancy. Researchers note the most common complication of fibroids during pregnancy is pain. It’s seen most often in women with fibroids larger than 5 centimeters who are in their last two trimesters.
Fibroids may increase your risk for other complications during pregnancy and delivery. These include:
The majority of fibroids don’t change in size during pregnancy, but some do. In fact, one-third of uterine fibroids may grow in the first trimester, according to a 2010 review. Fibroid growth is possibly influenced by estrogen, and estrogen levels rise during pregnancy. This may lead to growth.
Still, for other women, fibroids may actually shrink during pregnancy. In a 2010 study, researchers found that 79 percent of fibroids that were present before a pregnancy decreased in size after delivery.
Many women who have fibroids can get pregnant naturally. Treatment may not even be necessary for conception.
In some cases, however, fibroids can impact your fertility. For example, submucosal fibroids, which are a type of fibroid that grows and bulges into the uterine cavity, increase your risk for infertility or pregnancy loss.
While fibroids may cause infertility for some women, other explanations for infertility are more common. If you’re having trouble conceiving or maintaining a pregnancy, your doctor may explore other possible causes before attributing the issue to fibroids.
Talk with your doctor about the size or position of any fibroids you have. Ask if they could cause problems with your attempts to get pregnant or the ability to carry a pregnancy. Likewise, ask your doctor if fibroid treatments can help improve your odds for pregnancy success.
During pregnancy, treatment for uterine fibroids is limited because of the risk to the fetus. Bed rest, hydration, and mild pain relievers may be prescribed to help expectant mothers manage symptoms of fibroids.
In very rare cases, a myomectomy can be performed in women in the second half of their pregnancies. This procedure removes fibroids from the outside of the uterus or from within the uterine wall while leaving the uterus intact. Fibroids growing in the uterine cavity are generally left in place due to the possible risks to the fetus.
Treating uterine fibroids before pregnancy may improve your fertility risk. The most common treatments for fibroids that preserve fertility include:
Other treatments are available for women with fibroids who may want to have children in the future. Each treatment carries its own risk and complications, so talk with your doctor about your options.
Likewise, ask your doctor how long you’ll have to wait before attempting to become pregnant after treatment. With some treatments, such as the birth control pill, you can try for pregnancy as soon as you stop using it. For others, there may be a waiting period.
You may not have any symptoms of fibroids. If you do have symptoms, the most common symptoms include:
Fibroids may be felt during a pelvic exam. If your doctor suspects you have the noncancerous growths, they may order an imaging test, such as an ultrasound, to confirm the growths are indeed fibroids and not something else.
Uterine fibroids may affect your fertility. They may also impact your ability to carry a pregnancy successfully. However, most women will experience no fertility issues or pregnancy complications as a result of these tumors.
If you have fibroids and wish to start a family, talk with your doctor about your options for treatment and your risks. Together, the two of you can decide what’s safest for your future pregnancy.
While you can’t prevent fibroids, a healthy lifestyle may lower your risk. Likewise, a healthy lifestyle, which includes maintaining a healthy weight, may lower your risk for fertility issues and high-risk pregnancies.
 
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Bitcoin experienced a sharp pullback on Thursday, driven primarily by short selling, which exacerbated losses.
In the 90 minutes leading to the drop, Bitcoin slipped 1.5% from $115,000 as open interest—representing the total number of unsettled derivative contracts—climbed by 2.3%, adding over $591 million in notional value, according to Velo data.
The cumulative volume delta of perpetual futures on offshore exchanges, such as Binance and Bybit, decreased, while the spot CVD remained steady, suggesting that short perpetual sellers drove Bitcoin’s decline.
Over the next two hours, short selling intensified, prompting a 3.5% drop to $107,500 as spot sellers joined the fray. Open interest climbed 4% to add another $1.03 billion in exposure.
“Short traders are dominating in the perpetual futures markets right now, and spot demand is still in contraction based on on-chain data,” Julio Moreno, head of research at CryptoQuant, told Decrypt.
Amid the derivative-driven chaos, a key divergence emerged as spot CVD on U.S.-based exchange Coinbase remained "mostly positive," indicating consistent buy-the-dip activity from spot investors.
The spot bid-ask delta indicator showed increased bid activity, confirming that spot buyers were absorbing the selling pressure from leveraged shorts, per CoinGlass data.
The violent price move has triggered a $724 million liquidation event in 24 hours. Long positions bore the brunt, accounting for $536 million of the total, indicating that bulls levered up, hoping for a recovery.
“The drop is due to a mix of macroeconomic uncertainty, rising geopolitical tensions, and a spike in liquidations from overleveraged positions,” Ryan Lee, chief analyst at universal exchange Bitget, told Decrypt.
The recovery after the Black Friday event was met with “profit-taking, adding further selling pressure,” Lee noted.
Looking ahead, the crypto market is likely going to need “time to rebalance or find its footing after such a big flush-out,” Anthony Leutenegger, CEO of Aragon, told Decrypt. “As long as macro uncertainty lingers… we might expect continued volatility.”
Moreno remains bearish despite the dip-buying efforts from spot investors and believes the “odds of a rally are tilted to the downside.”
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On October 14, 2025, Ripple made headlines when it transferred a staggering 70 million XRP. This move has piqued the interest of many in the crypto community, leading to intense speculation about its purpose. The transaction was executed from Ripple’s account with an almost negligible fee of 0.000015 XRP, emphasizing the XRP Ledger’s capability for high-volume transactions. The transfer was simple and direct, without any intermediary, and occurred at ledger index 99,522,877.
While the exact intention behind the transfer remains ambiguous, its size has certainly caught the eye of analysts and enthusiasts alike. There’s a strong curiosity to decipher what this could mean, especially in relation to liquidity management and institutional strategies.
The impact of such substantial XRP transfers on the market can be profound, often resulting in heightened volatility and speculation. When large amounts of XRP are transferred, it can stir the market pot, influencing both price stability and investor sentiment.
The recent transfer of 70 million XRP has generated varied interpretations within the community. Some speculate that these movements are a sign of institutional activity or a change in custody positioning, while others fear potential market sell-offs. The community’s response highlights the critical nature of context in these transfers, which can stabilize or destabilize the market environment.
Additionally, these large transactions can affect how small fintech startups manage liquidity. As they navigate the complexities of the crypto landscape, understanding the implications of such transfers is vital for effective risk management.
For small fintech startups, the repercussions of large XRP transfers are numerous. These transfers can lead to market fluctuations, affecting price stability and investor confidence—key components for startups that rely on crypto for operational or investment purposes.
The existence of large XRP holders, often called “whales”, can complicate liquidity management for smaller firms. Whale movements can bring about sudden price changes, creating challenges for smaller entities in their financial planning.
Moreover, institutional activity in XRP can boost market confidence and regulatory clarity, both of which are advantageous for fintech startups. As institutional investors engage with XRP, they help stabilize the market and lessen perceived risks, potentially encouraging more startups to integrate crypto solutions like cross-border payments and payroll systems.
Institutional movements in XRP are pivotal in shaping market sentiment and influencing retail investor actions. When institutional investors boost their XRP exposure, it can bolster confidence among retail investors, who may imitate their actions in hopes of benefiting from price increases.
The engagement of institutional investors often leads to improved regulatory clarity, as these entities typically advocate for clearer guidelines. This clarity can reduce market uncertainty, making it a more appealing environment for retail investors.
However, while institutional participation can stabilize the market, abrupt changes in their strategies can still induce volatility. Retail investors may respond to these shifts, adjusting their investment strategies and, in turn, amplifying market movements.
To effectively manage the risks associated with large-scale crypto transactions, crypto-friendly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can adopt various strategies:
Diversification and Risk Oversight: SMEs should diversify their portfolios to include a blend of cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and traditional assets. They must also establish solid risk management frameworks addressing operational, financial, compliance, and reputational risks.
Compliance and Security Protocols: Putting compliance with evolving regulations and strong cybersecurity protocols at the forefront can help SMEs mitigate risks. Collaborating with banks and fintechs can enhance liquidity options and risk management.
Smart Contract Utilization: Smart contracts can be constructed to manage credit risk and guarantee compliance with regulatory standards. They can also help mitigate concentration and liquidity risks by adjusting asset holdings according to market conditions.
Blockchain Analytics Deployment: Implementing blockchain analytics tools to monitor transactions in real-time can enable SMEs to detect suspicious patterns and ensure compliance. Continuous monitoring and due diligence are essential for managing crypto-related risks.
Education and Knowledge Development: Staying abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in the crypto space can empower SMEs to make informed decisions and adapt their strategies as needed.
By implementing these strategies, SMEs can adeptly navigate the complexities of large-scale crypto transactions, ensuring they remain competitive in an ever-evolving financial landscape.

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The Missouri Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Oct. 16, 2025, results for each game:
Midday: 3-0-4
Midday Wild: 4
Evening: 2-8-4
Evening Wild: 9
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Midday: 3-2-3-2
Midday Wild: 8
Evening: 0-7-1-4
Evening Wild: 6
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12-29-47-48-58, Cash Ball: 03
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Early Bird: 15
Morning: 12
Matinee: 11
Prime Time: 01
Night Owl: 08
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08-17-23-26-27
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All Missouri Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Missouri Lottery’s regional offices, by appointment only.
To claim by mail, complete a Missouri Lottery winner claim form, sign your winning ticket, and include a copy of your government-issued photo ID along with a completed IRS Form W-9. Ensure your name, address, telephone number and signature are on the back of your ticket. Claims should be mailed to:
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P.O. Box 7777
Jefferson City, MO 65102-7777
For in-person claims, visit the Missouri Lottery Headquarters in Jefferson City or one of the regional offices in Kansas City, Springfield or St. Louis. Be sure to call ahead to verify hours and check if an appointment is required.
For additional instructions or to download the claim form, visit the Missouri Lottery prize claim page.
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Are you looking to win big? The DC Lottery offers several games to choose from if you think it’s your lucky day.
You can choose from national lottery games, like the Powerball and Mega Millions, or a variety of local games, like the DC 2, DC 3, DC 4 and DC 5.
While your odds of winning a big jackpot in the Powerball or Mega Millions are generally pretty slim (here’s how they compare to being struck by lightning or dealt a royal flush), other games offer better odds to win cash, albeit with lower prize amounts.
Here’s a look at Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025 results for each game:
1:50PM: 9-9
7:50PM: 4-8
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1:50PM: 7-4-3
7:50PM: 1-8-4
11:30PM: 8-6-6
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1:50PM: 8-5-2-2
7:50PM: 5-1-7-0
11:30PM: 2-2-4-8
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1:50PM: 8-7-0-5-5
7:50PM: 8-6-6-8-2
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04-07-42-43-46, Lucky Ball: 11
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