BNB has emerged as the standout performer this October, turning what’s usually Bitcoin’s strongest month into its own victory lap. Despite growing regulatory scrutiny on Binance and a record-breaking $19 billion market liquidation, BNB surged to new highs fueled by memecoin trading and the rise of its decentralized exchange, Aster.
The term “Uptober” typically associated with Bitcoin’s bullish October trends has taken on new meaning this year. While Bitcoin struggled under market pressure and U.S.-China trade tensions, BNB’s value climbed over 6% since the start of the month, reaching a new all-time high of $1,370. This growth was powered by a memecoin frenzy on the BNB Chain, where trading activity and fees soared.
According to Nansen, BNB Chain recently led all blockchains in total fees and ranked second in active addresses. During early October, over 100,000 traders joined new BNB-based memecoin launches, with nearly 70% in profit. Following the market crash, BNB Chain distributed a $45 million airdrop to memecoin traders.
However, controversy surrounds Binance after accusations that a price oracle malfunction contributed to the massive sell-off. The exchange denied any wrongdoing, attributing disruptions to “technical glitches” and broader market volatility. Despite these setbacks, Binance compensated users with $283 million, and BNB continued to climb.
BNB’s decentralized exchange, Aster, also made waves by surpassing $41 billion in 24-hour trading volume, briefly outpacing competitors like Hyperliquid before being delisted and relisted by DeFiLlama due to data concerns.
While skepticism over Binance’s transparency lingers, BNB’s resilience has made it the unexpected hero of October turning market chaos into a historic breakout.
Top 5 Cryptocurrencies by Market Value
| Rank | Cryptocurrency | Symbol | Market Value (USD) | 24h Change |
| 1 | Bitcoin | BTC | $2.18 Trillion | -0.8% |
| 2 | Ethereum | ETH | $640 Billion | -1.2% |
| 3 | Binance Coin | BNB | $170 Billion | +3.4% |
| 4 | Solana | SOL | $95 Billion | +1.1% |
| 5 | XRP | XRP | $60 Billion | -0.5% |
Despite turbulence across the crypto market, BNB’s[1] performance in October 2025 marks a significant shift in investor sentiment. With rising on-chain activity, booming memecoin markets, and the expansion of decentralized trading platforms like Aster, BNB has not only weathered Binance’s scrutiny but has also positioned itself as a defining force in the post-liquidation recovery phase.