Market sees 3% chance of Bitcoin hitting record high this year
The low probability of Bitcoin reaching a new high this year reflects cautious market sentiment and highlights challenges in achieving rapid recovery. The post Market sees 3% chance of Bitcoin hitting record high this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/22/2026, 2:48:11 PM
Fireblocks disputes report of $2.5B Visa acquisition talks
Fireblocks told Cointelegraph that reports of a potential $2.5 billion acquisition by Visa are “not true at present time,” while Visa declined to comment on the reported talks.
By Nate Kostar 10/22/2026, 2:39:00 PM
Fireblocks Denies Report of $2.5 Billion Visa Takeover Talks
Bitcoin Magazine Fireblocks Denies Report of $2.5 Billion Visa Takeover Talks Fireblocks has denied an Axios report that Visa is in late-stage talks to acquire the crypto custody firm for about $2.5 billion. This post Fireblocks Denies Report of $2.5 Billion Visa Takeover Talks first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
By Micah Zimmerman 10/22/2026, 2:38:25 PM
Sundar Pichai says Gemini 5 will surpass Argon, backing a bigger compute bet
Google's investment in computing infrastructure for Gemini 5 highlights a strategic shift towards long-term revenue stability and responsible AI deployment. The post Sundar Pichai says Gemini 5 will surpass Argon, backing a bigger compute bet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 2:37:25 PM
Hyperliquid market orders of up to $20M moved Papertrade prices at launch
The launch highlights the vulnerability of synthetic exchanges to external market influences, posing risks for traders and liquidity providers. The post Hyperliquid market orders of up to $20M moved Papertrade prices at launch appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/22/2026, 2:37:16 PM
Crypto custody specialist Fireblocks denies it's in talks to be acquired by Visa
The company is in talks with Visa over a potential $2.5 billion acquisition, Axios reported.
By Ian Allison 10/22/2026, 2:37:12 PM
$20M market orders on Hyperliquid drive papertrade price at launch
The significant early demand and activity on Hyperliquid could signal growing confidence and interest in synthetic-perpetuals markets. The post $20M market orders on Hyperliquid drive papertrade price at launch appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 2:36:23 PM
HBAR Risks a Retreat Below $0.08 If This Support Fails
Analyst: weak buying activity and declining network metrics cloud Hedera's near-term outlook. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 10/22/2026, 2:35:00 PM
Researchers flag inflated swETH and rswETH rates after Swell hot key compromise
The incident highlights vulnerabilities in DeFi protocols, emphasizing the need for robust security measures to protect against key compromises. The post Researchers flag inflated swETH and rswETH rates after Swell hot key compromise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 2:31:12 PM
Analyst Who Nailed 2026 Bitcoin Bottom Unveils the ‘Only Chart That Really Matters’ for BTC
A widely followed crypto strategist is revealing what he believes is the only chart that matters for Bitcoin after BTC briefly went below $80,000 last week. Pseudonymous analyst DonAlt tells his 797,800 followers on X that Bitcoin investors should look at BTC on a long-term timeframe to see its strength. “If you zoom out a […] The post Analyst Who...
By Henry Kanapi 10/22/2026, 2:30:46 PM
Arbitrum active addresses reach 571,767 before retreating
The surge in Arbitrum's active addresses highlights the volatility and competitive nature of Ethereum layer-2 networks, impacting user engagement and liquidity dynamics. The post Arbitrum active addresses reach 571,767 before retreating appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 2:30:12 PM
Bitcoin ETFs Draw $524.8 Million As BlackRock And Fidelity Lead
US spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $524.8 million on October 21, according to Farside Investors. BlackRock and Fidelity supplied most of the inflow, extending a three-session run of net buying.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 2:30:00 PM
Archax Turns To Chainlink Data Streams For Tokenised Treasury Collateral
TL;DR: Archax has adopted Chainlink Data Streams to supply pricing information for GOVY, its tokenised US Treasury product, as it develops collateral use cases. Putting Treasury bills on a blockchain is only the beginning. If an institution wants to borrow against them or use them as margin in an automated market, the software also needs […]
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 2:30:00 PM
Tether Backs Fintech Peso to Push USDT Retail Payments Across Bolivia
The company said its undisclosed investment in fintech firm Peso will expand its local ramps in four key Latin American markets—Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina—and accelerate the launch of point-of-sale systems that enable USDT for everyday retail transactions. Tether Leads Pre-Seed Round in Bolivian Fintech Peso The company behind the...
By Sergio Goschenko 10/22/2026, 2:28:54 PM
Bitcoin Hashrate Back in Uptrend as Miners Run at Full Capacity
Bitcoin hashrate returns to a strong uptrend as public miners run at max capacity with massive TradFi backing.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 10/22/2026, 2:25:30 PM
Robinhood wins authorization to offer trading and crypto in Dubai
Robinhood's expansion into Dubai highlights the growing global influence of fintech, potentially reshaping investment landscapes in MENA. The post Robinhood wins authorization to offer trading and crypto in Dubai appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/22/2026, 2:22:50 PM
Kalshi index shows Democrats favored in Senate, House, and 2028 presidency
Democratic dominance in forecasts may reshape political strategies, influence market dynamics, and alter future electoral landscapes. The post Kalshi index shows Democrats favored in Senate, House, and 2028 presidency appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 2:22:22 PM
Goldman Sachs estimates AI could temporarily displace 9% of US workers
AI-driven job displacement could reshape the labor market, challenging traditional career paths and necessitating rapid adaptation and reskilling. The post Goldman Sachs estimates AI could temporarily displace 9% of US workers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 2:22:02 PM
Modern Warfare 4 launches on GeForce NOW with RTX 5080-class cloud support
NVIDIA says Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is launching on GeForce NOW, alongside RTX 5080-class performance for Ultimate members. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 2:22:01 PM
AI server market value climbs on pricing, not volume: TrendForce
Rising AI server market values, driven by pricing and investments, may reshape growth dynamics and valuations in the AI sector. The post AI server market value climbs on pricing, not volume: TrendForce appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 2:18:32 PM
Blackstone’s Jon Gray confident CoreWeave can manage $50B debt challenges
CoreWeave's ability to manage debt could stabilize its market position, reducing bankruptcy risk and enhancing investor confidence in tech growth. The post Blackstone’s Jon Gray confident CoreWeave can manage $50B debt challenges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 2:17:46 PM
Circle outlines USDC treasury workflow for settlement and controls
Circle published a step-by-step guide to using USDC in treasury operations, covering onboarding, controls, testing, reconciliation and intercompany flows. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 2:15:01 PM
Lido files Blockworks B2 transparency report with 7 gaps still open
Lido's incomplete transparency report may impact investor confidence and governance clarity, affecting future institutional engagement and trust. The post Lido files Blockworks B2 transparency report with 7 gaps still open appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 2:14:40 PM
Why Visa Would Buy Fireblocks Instead of Building Its Own Rails
Visa Fireblocks talks have reportedly reached a late stage, with a deal valued at about $2.5 billion. The price sits far below the $8 billion valuation Fireblocks reached in early 2022. Fireblocks would give Visa custody, wallet and stablecoin technology already used by thousands of institutions. Neither company has confirmed the deal, and its...
By Kosta Gushterov 10/22/2026, 2:12:49 PM
Major US banks detect unauthorized third-party AI agents in customer accounts
The emergence of unauthorized AI agents in banking could redefine liability, alter personal finance dynamics, and prompt regulatory changes. The post Major US banks detect unauthorized third-party AI agents in customer accounts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 2:06:34 PM
Algorand (ALGO) names Global x402 Challenge winners after 115 submissions
Algorand (ALGO) said 115 projects deployed paid x402 endpoints on MainNet, with 20 winners sharing 500,000 ALGO and 10 finalists advancing to a USDC pitch. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 2:06:01 PM
Trust Wallet Shuts Down Speculation Over PHP Exploit Fallout
The major crypto wallet answers rumors about the massive PHP hack and confirms total safety for all users.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 10/22/2026, 2:05:30 PM
Fireblocks denies report of $2.5 billion Visa acquisition talks
The denial of acquisition talks highlights valuation challenges in the crypto sector, potentially impacting investor confidence and industry dynamics. The post Fireblocks denies report of $2.5 billion Visa acquisition talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/22/2026, 2:05:16 PM
A Midnight privacy-vault demo needs outside signers to release Ethereum tokens
SIG’s Ethereum example burns a shielded claim before payout, while restoring it after failure requires an attested outcome. 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 10/22/2026, 2:00:42 PM
Cypherium Unveils COLOSSUS-X to Monetize Idle AI GPUs via PoW
New architecture enables AI data centers to monetize idle GPUs via Proof-of-Work blockchain mining. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 10/22/2026, 2:00:00 PM
Perceptron moves 800,000-node AI data network to Walrus
Perceptron, a distributed intelligence infrastructure company, has announced a strategic migration to Walrus, a data platform built for artificial intelligence … Continue reading The post Perceptron moves 800,000-node AI data network to Walrus appeared first on Finbold.
By Marko 10/22/2026, 2:00:00 PM
Uniswap Labs launches aggregator hooks on Ethereum, Base and Robinhood Chain
Uniswap's aggregator hooks could centralize liquidity, reduce slippage, and shift DeFi dynamics by integrating external pools into its protocol. The post Uniswap Labs launches aggregator hooks on Ethereum, Base and Robinhood Chain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 1:59:40 PM
BNB Chain details Jenner hard fork changes for BSC testnet
BNB Chain outlined Jenner upgrade changes for BSC, including payment lane rules, CAS20 support and millisecond timestamps, ahead of testnet activation. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 1:59:01 PM
Claude Duet app marks Anthropic’s push into AI agent technology
Anthropic's AI agent expansion could reshape competitive dynamics, challenging tech giants and influencing future AI market leadership. The post Claude Duet app marks Anthropic’s push into AI agent technology appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 1:56:27 PM
Ripple teams up with $10B payments firm Arf to expand RLUSD use on XRPL
Ripple partners with Arf to bring RLUSD settlement liquidity to XRPL, supporting short-term financing as the network awaits native lending approval.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/22/2026, 1:56:23 PM
Government-linked $1B Bitcoin transfer reaches Coinbase addresses
The transfer highlights the market's sensitivity to government-linked Bitcoin movements, underscoring potential volatility and custody implications. The post Government-linked $1B Bitcoin transfer reaches Coinbase addresses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/22/2026, 1:55:45 PM
Bitcoin $3,000 reversal: Healthy correction or the start of something bigger?
With the U.S. stock market on the slide again Bitcoin was not able to hold its recent rally, giving back all the gains made on Tuesday and into Wednesday. Was this a standard healthy correction, or could this be the start of a bigger reversal?
By Laurie Dunn 10/22/2026, 1:55:28 PM
Hackers are talking AI models out of their own safety rules
AI models' vulnerability to social engineering highlights the urgent need for enhanced security measures and stricter access controls. The post Hackers are talking AI models out of their own safety rules appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 1:53:58 PM
Bitcoin Payments Expand Into E-Commerce as GoBTC Pay Launches WooCommerce Integration
Bitcoin payments are becoming more accessible to online retailers as GoMining's GoBTC Pay introduces an official plugin for WooCommerce, allowing merchants to accept BTC directly through their WordPress stores.
By CryptoDaily 10/22/2026, 1:52:28 PM
PLTR Price Prediction: Mizuho's $245 Target Meets a Flat MACD and a Short-Heavy Binance Book
Palantir's Binance-listed tokenized contract trades at $198.39 after a 2.66% intraday gain, sitting above every supplied moving average while MACD momentum flatlines precisely at the pivot. A week ... (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 1:52:01 PM
Arf partners with Ripple to bring RLUSD settlement liquidity to the XRP Ledger
The partnership could revolutionize cross-border payments by reducing idle capital, enhancing liquidity, and potentially influencing regulatory landscapes. The post Arf partners with Ripple to bring RLUSD settlement liquidity to the XRP Ledger appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/22/2026, 1:43:38 PM
HOOD Price Prediction: Analyst Targets Signal a Deep Discount as Tokenized Contract Clings to 200-Day Support
Robinhood's Binance-listed tokenized stock contract fell 2.13% to $97.87 on October 22, settling just $0.71 above its 200-day simple moving average while three sell-side firms set price targets on ... (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 1:43:01 PM
CryptoQuant CEO calls rising Bitcoin hashrate ‘indirect bullish signal’ from institutions
Public miners backed by major TradFi players are coming back online, boosting Bitcoin’s hashrate, a positive sign for BTC’s fundamentals, according to CryptoQuant’s Ki Young Ju.
By Zoltan Vardai 10/22/2026, 1:42:34 PM
Arkham CEO on $1 Billion of U.S. Government Bitcoin Moved to “Unknown” Wallet
📺 Watch Video Bitcoin Magazine Arkham CEO on $1 Billion of U.S. Government Bitcoin Moved to “Unknown” Wallet A US gov wallet moved $1B in BTC. Arkham's Miguel Morel breaks down transaction trails, potential sales vs. custody transfers, and reserve policy factors. This post Arkham CEO on $1 Billion of U.S. Government Bitcoin Moved to “Unknown”...
By Patrick Green 10/22/2026, 1:38:10 PM
Coinkite Sued After Coldcard Wallet Flaw Exposes $140M in Bitcoin
A five-year-old security flaw in Coldcard hardware wallets has landed manufacturer Coinkite a lawsuit after attackers allegedly drained more than $140 million in bitcoin. The proposed class action claims the devices generated predictable recovery phrases, leaving customers exposed to theft. Coldcard Security Failure Sparks $140M Lawsuit A class...
By Jamie Redman 10/22/2026, 1:38:08 PM
Visa reportedly in talks to acquire Fireblocks for $2.5 billion
Visa is reportedly in talks to acquire Fireblocks for $2.5 billion, a price nearly 69% below its 2022 valuation, as the card giant expands stablecoin payments.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/22/2026, 1:37:45 PM
Thailand SEC says asset managers want crypto ETFs, but no one has applied yet
The absence of formal applications for crypto ETFs in Thailand highlights regulatory caution and potential delays in market diversification. The post Thailand SEC says asset managers want crypto ETFs, but no one has applied yet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/22/2026, 1:37:27 PM
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP price outlook as US jobless claims hit 57 year low
Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP are facing renewed uncertainty over the Federal Reserve’s interest rate outlook after US initial jobless claims fell to 194,000, bringing layoffs close to their lowest level in 57 years. According to the US Department of Labor’s…
By Rony Roy 10/22/2026, 1:36:06 PM
Nirva raises $33 million for ambient AI pendant set to ship by year-end
Nirva's funding success highlights growing interest in wearable AI, potentially transforming personal data management and privacy norms. The post Nirva raises $33 million for ambient AI pendant set to ship by year-end appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 1:35:19 PM
COIN Price Prediction: Below Every Key Average as Stochastics Signal Oversold and Analysts Lift Underlying Targets
The Coinbase tokenized stock contract on Binance futures is trading at $170.19 as of October 22, 2026, sitting below all six tracked moving averages with stochastic indicators in oversold territory... (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 1:35:01 PM