Initia hack drove its USDC bridge reserve down to $63 as withdrawals failed
Bitquery linked failed exits to depleted backing for Initia balances as the project outlined a patch and ongoing recovery work. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/25/2026, 7:45:11 PM
Hackers Breach GMO Trading Cloud, Putting 26,739 Servers at Risk
Hackers infiltrated a Japanese cloud trading service, exposing as many as 26,739 servers to potential compromise and allegedly hijacking brokerage accounts to execute unauthorized trades. The attackers then demanded money, threatening further financial damage if the company refused to pay. Attackers Target Always-On Trading Servers GMO Internet...
By Jamie Redman 10/25/2026, 7:45:03 PM
Elon Musk predicts consolidation among neocloud providers amid tough debt markets
The anticipated consolidation among neocloud providers could reshape the AI infrastructure landscape, favoring diversified revenue models. The post Elon Musk predicts consolidation among neocloud providers amid tough debt markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/25/2026, 7:36:43 PM
Tesla and SpaceX discuss potential $3.5T merger, no formal deal yet
A potential Tesla-SpaceX merger could reshape the tech landscape, influencing market dynamics and investor strategies significantly. The post Tesla and SpaceX discuss potential $3.5T merger, no formal deal yet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/25/2026, 7:34:47 PM
OpenAI, Anthropic face pressure to limit AI computing power
Limiting AI computing power could reshape competitive dynamics, influence market confidence, and prompt strategic shifts in AI development. The post OpenAI, Anthropic face pressure to limit AI computing power appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/25/2026, 7:32:30 PM
Mike Rogers aims for Michigan comeback in 2026 Senate race
Rogers' campaign could shift Michigan's political landscape, challenging Democratic dominance and influencing future voter and market dynamics. The post Mike Rogers aims for Michigan comeback in 2026 Senate race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/25/2026, 7:28:43 PM
Stablecoin deposits in DeFi hit $24B, up 560.8% in three years
The surge in DeFi stablecoin deposits highlights growing trust in decentralized finance, yet potential risks and market shifts remain pivotal. The post Stablecoin deposits in DeFi hit $24B, up 560.8% in three years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/25/2026, 7:11:20 PM
Muneeb Ali says Bitcoin has about two years to start its post-quantum upgrade
Bitcoin's post-quantum upgrade could reshape transaction dynamics, pushing more activity off-chain and impacting fee structures significantly. The post Muneeb Ali says Bitcoin has about two years to start its post-quantum upgrade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/25/2026, 7:04:45 PM
CoinDCX Admits $16M Loss Just Days After CEO Denied Fresh Wallet Breach
The exchange said the loss was absorbed by the company and customer funds remained unaffected.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/25/2026, 7:02:40 PM
Bank Lobby Presses OCC For Clarity On Stablecoin Rewards After Final Rule
A final stablecoin rule has not ended the argument over rewards. The Bank Policy Institute used its October 24 newsletter to renew criticism of how the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency will judge arrangements that pay stablecoin holders through third parties.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/25/2026, 7:00:00 PM
CoinDCX confirms $16M loss from retired wallets after breach reports
CoinDCX's $16M loss highlights the critical need for robust wallet management and transparency to maintain user trust and market stability. The post CoinDCX confirms $16M loss from retired wallets after breach reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/25/2026, 6:56:18 PM
Bitcoin ETFs Lose $138M as Zcash Extends 3-Day Inflow Streak
U.S. bitcoin ETFs closed Friday with $137.94 million in net outflows, capping a volatile week in which large inflows were quickly followed by equally sharp reversals. Ether returned to modest inflows, while Zcash and NEAR remained the only other categories to attract fresh capital. Bitcoin ETFs Swing From Inflows to Selling Bitcoin ETF demand...
By Emmanuel Musa 10/25/2026, 6:43:50 PM
Over $300M in tokenized stocks deposited into DeFi, up 2,451%
The rapid growth in tokenized stocks within DeFi highlights increasing investor interest but also underscores potential risks of market concentration. The post Over $300M in tokenized stocks deposited into DeFi, up 2,451% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/25/2026, 6:40:42 PM
How $37 million stolen from Americans moved through a Bahamas bank into Tether’s USDT
Prosecutors allege a bank-to-USDT laundering role in a case involving 174 identified US victims; no new repayment figure was announced. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/25/2026, 6:40:29 PM
Bitcoin vs Ethereum ETFs: The Gap Is Getting Hard to Ignore
The past week showed another interesting discrepancy between the funds tracking both asset.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/25/2026, 6:37:13 PM
Kraken Lists SFI As Saffron Puts Uniswap Trading Fees At The Center Of Its Product
Kraken added SFI trading on October 23, bringing fresh exchange access to a token attached to a protocol that has changed substantially since its early DeFi incarnation. Saffron's current product separates an upfront payment from the uncertain trading fees generated by a Uniswap liquidity position.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/25/2026, 6:00:00 PM
NEAR Price Hits Make-or-Break Level as ETF Inflows Fade
NEAR is testing a support zone where a key moving average and a Fibonacci level meet. Bitwise’s spot NEAR ETF has recorded net inflows in every week since launch. The fund already holds a meaningful slice of NEAR’s circulating supply. Weekly inflows are shrinking, and the fund’s average entry sits above the current price. NEAR [...]
By Alexander Stefanov 10/25/2026, 5:51:55 PM
Website Dares Hackers to Steal Bitcoin as the Clock Keeps Ticking
A website is practically begging hackers to steal $2,000 in bitcoin, yet nobody has collected the prize. Now, an independent examination suggests the supposedly vulnerable challenge might be impossible to crack, raising an awkward question: Is the game rigged? A $2,000 Bitcoin Heist Nobody Can Pull Off Welcome to Steal My Bitcoin, where...
By Jamie Redman 10/25/2026, 5:40:45 PM
US orders nonessential staff to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi threats
The evacuation order underscores escalating tensions, potentially destabilizing regional security and complicating diplomatic resolutions. The post US orders nonessential staff to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi threats appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/25/2026, 5:40:19 PM
SK Hynix overtakes Intel in chip revenue as AI memory demand reshapes the rankings
The shift in chip revenue rankings highlights the growing importance of AI-driven memory solutions, reshaping industry dynamics and competition. The post SK Hynix overtakes Intel in chip revenue as AI memory demand reshapes the rankings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/25/2026, 5:09:32 PM
CoreWeave financial struggles raise doubts about AI sector funding viability
CoreWeave's financial challenges may signal broader difficulties in securing AI sector funding, impacting future valuations and investor confidence. The post CoreWeave financial struggles raise doubts about AI sector funding viability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/25/2026, 5:02:49 PM
Kraken Ends Trading In 13 Tokens As A Separate Withdrawal Deadline Begins
Kraken's October delistings have moved into the withdrawal phase. Trading and deposits for 13 assets were scheduled to stop on October 23, while customers have a longer window to remove remaining tokens before the exchange begins liquidating balances.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/25/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Chinese National Detained in California After Extradition in $36,900,000 Crypto Scam
Federal prosecutors have brought a Chinese national to Los Angeles to face charges after his extradition from the Netherlands in an international cryptocurrency investment scam that targeted Americans. Zheng Zhao, 44, was ordered detained during his initial court appearance on October 23rd, 2026, with arraignment set for November 30th, says the...
By Daily Hodl Agent 10/25/2026, 4:55:03 PM
Anthropic sees 3.6x jump in token volume after Claude Opus 5.5 launch
The surge in token volume highlights a broader trend of increased AI adoption driven by cost efficiency, potentially reshaping industry dynamics. The post Anthropic sees 3.6x jump in token volume after Claude Opus 5.5 launch appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/25/2026, 4:52:17 PM
Bank of Israel Shoots Down Netanyahu’s Crypto Plan
The Bank of Israel said cryptocurrencies cannot be used to bypass sanctions. Netanyahu says he will weigh the objection but make the decision himself. 109 economists, including Nobel laureates, warned of severe damage from financial isolation. Officials in the economic ministries report no operational plan behind the proposal. Israel’s central...
By Alexander Stefanov 10/25/2026, 4:41:08 PM
Peter Schiff Warns Bitcoin Could Hit $75K After BTC Fell Below $80K
Peter Schiff sees $75K as bitcoin’s next likely stop after its drop below $80K. The warning follows his concerns about weakening technology stocks, extending his bearish outlook as cryptocurrency markets trade through the weekend. Peter Schiff Flags $75K After Bitcoin Breaks Below $80K Bitcoin could test $75,000 after losing the $80,000 threshold,...
By Kevin Helms 10/25/2026, 4:40:16 PM
Bitcoin Price Prediction: What’s the Most Likely Scenario for BTC Next Week?
Bitcoin is hovering near $80.5K after its latest rebound failed to hold above resistance. The short-term structure remains bearish, with buyers defending the $80K region while substantial liquidation exposure sits below recent lows. Bitcoin Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, Bitcoin’s recovery toward $84K–$85K was followed by...
By Shayan Markets 10/25/2026, 4:34:31 PM
Scott Colom enters Mississippi Senate race against Cindy Hyde-Smith
Colom's candidacy could reshape Mississippi's political landscape by challenging entrenched partisan dynamics and energizing diverse voter bases. The post Scott Colom enters Mississippi Senate race against Cindy Hyde-Smith appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/25/2026, 4:32:04 PM
Bitcoin to $75K Before a Massive Rally? Analysts See a Familiar Setup
Two analysts believe BTC could revisit the mid-$70,000 before skyrocketing.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/25/2026, 4:10:43 PM
Cardano Price Drops as Treasury Proposal Suggests Investing in Copper
ADA keeps printing lower highs inside a descending channel that began in early October. The 200 EMA and a broken Fibonacci level now cap every rebound attempt. Toto Finance wants Cardano’s treasury to fund a physical copper reserve tokenized on-chain. Early DRep voting leaves the proposal far short of the approval threshold. Cardano price fell...
By Alexander Stefanov 10/25/2026, 4:09:41 PM
Cardano Leios Plan Makes Higher Throughput A Series Of Votes And Tests
Cardano's Leios scaling plan has a launch sequence that extends well beyond the hard fork. Input Output's October 20 roadmap describes a gradual increase in capacity, with operator preparation and live-network evidence between the major steps.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/25/2026, 4:00:00 PM
Pump.fun’s biggest winners may be impossible to copy as $752 million study exposes hidden trading gap
Bitquery's transfer-aware analysis shows why a large address gain can conceal an acquisition a follower cannot reproduce. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/25/2026, 3:50:20 PM
AI data center tenants now want more than $5 million a day for delays
The rising penalties for AI data center delays highlight the growing tension between tech demand and infrastructure readiness, impacting developers' risk management. The post AI data center tenants now want more than $5 million a day for delays appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/25/2026, 3:47:23 PM
Grayscale’s Zcash ETF pulls in $41.1 million as Bitcoin and Ethereum funds wobble
Zcash's ETF success amid Bitcoin and Ethereum struggles highlights investor interest in privacy-focused assets during market volatility. The post Grayscale’s Zcash ETF pulls in $41.1 million as Bitcoin and Ethereum funds wobble appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/25/2026, 3:45:52 PM
AI data center tenants demand $5M daily penalties for late delivery
The increased penalties highlight growing urgency and risk transfer in AI data centers, potentially prompting regulatory scrutiny and moratoriums. The post AI data center tenants demand $5M daily penalties for late delivery appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/25/2026, 3:45:26 PM
Strategy’s MSTR Gains 77% While Four Preferred Stocks Return 23%-39%
Strategy’s common shares gained 77.4% in a comparison highlighted by Michael Saylor, outpacing four preferred stocks. He credited buybacks with supporting the company’s securities as shareholders prepare to vote on more frequent dividend payments. MSTR Outpaces Four Preferred Stocks in Saylor’s Comparison Michael Saylor, executive chairman of the...
By Kevin Helms 10/25/2026, 3:40:24 PM
Sam Altman says he cannot stop ChatGPT from aiding cybersecurity work
AI's dual-use nature in cybersecurity poses significant risks, necessitating urgent collective action to safeguard critical infrastructure. The post Sam Altman says he cannot stop ChatGPT from aiding cybersecurity work appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/25/2026, 3:34:29 PM
XRP Risks Decline to $0.98 if Whale Distribution Persists
As 12 large XRP wallets distribute holdings, a 50 million token exchange influx puts August's price support at immediate risk.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 10/25/2026, 3:29:55 PM
Alphabet’s Google Cloud revenue surges 82%, Gemini hits 950M users
Alphabet's strategic AI investments are paying off, positioning it as a dominant force in both consumer and enterprise AI markets. The post Alphabet’s Google Cloud revenue surges 82%, Gemini hits 950M users appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/25/2026, 3:13:32 PM
Shiba Inu: Shytoshi Kusama's X Silence Lingers Amid Quiet Developments
Shiba Inu lead ambassador Shytoshi Kusama continues to maintain a low profile on X, leaving the SHIB community watching for updates.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 10/25/2026, 3:10:01 PM
ECB official sees digital euro as key to protecting EU ‘sovereignty’
Piero Cipollone said the bloc is on track to test real transactions in 2027 and roll out a digital euro as early as 2029, pending legislation this year.
By Robert Lakin 10/25/2026, 3:09:56 PM
Ripple And Arf Target The Short Funding Gap Behind Cross-Border Payments
A payment can move across a blockchain in seconds while the company delivering it remains short of cash for days. Ripple's new arrangement with Arf targets that funding mismatch, using RLUSD to supply working capital to licensed payment businesses.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/25/2026, 3:00:00 PM
Latvia targets tokenization rules in 2027 with commercial property in focus
Economics Minister Viktors Valainis says rules could arrive in the first half of next year, but an overdue assessment remains unfinished and no sovereign-bond issuance was identified.
By Francisco Rodrigues 10/25/2026, 3:00:00 PM
CoinDCX admits $15.99M loss days after denying hack claims
CoinDCX confirms a 15.99 million USDT loss tied to compromised legacy wallets after initially denying another hack, while saying customer balances remain safe.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/25/2026, 2:59:45 PM
Stellar (XLM) Clocks Busiest Day of Month With 14.16 Million Transactions
Stellar processes 14.16 million transactions in 24 hours while keeping fees at a fraction of a cent.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 10/25/2026, 2:59:15 PM
Can the Federal Reserve Keep Rates High Without Breaking Something?
And what could be the implications for BTC as the Fed heads into next week's FOMC meeting facing a highly uncomfortable trade-off.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/25/2026, 2:49:27 PM
Hyperliquid Still Rules the Perps Market, but HYPE Bulls Face Trouble
Hyperliquid’s HYPE token has retreated roughly 22% from its September record near $98, even as the decentralized trading platform commands approximately $7.7 billion in open interest. With a $17 billion market capitalization, billions in cumulative trading fees, and an aggressive token buyback program, Hyperliquid still remains a heavyweight. Yet...
By Jamie Redman 10/25/2026, 2:45:28 PM
Light Registration, Later Checks: How Crypto Sportsbooks Sequence Verification
How crypto sportsbooks sequence verification, from light registration and wallet screening to bonus checks, first withdrawals, betting pattern reviews and source-of-funds requests.
By Crypto Daily 10/25/2026, 2:44:47 PM
Privacy-Minded Casinos With Sportsbooks: 8 Platforms Compared on Shared Accounts
Eight crypto platforms with a casino and sportsbook compared on shared accounts, from signup routes and single balances to how one verification file covers both sides.
By Crypto Daily 10/25/2026, 2:40:09 PM
Source-of-Funds Requests at Crypto Sportsbooks: When They Come and What Satisfies Them
When source-of-funds requests come at crypto sportsbooks, how they differ from source-of-wealth checks and which documents, from exchange statements to payslips, usually satisfy them.
By Crypto Daily 10/25/2026, 2:36:04 PM