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AI companies face borrowing slowdown amid $466B debt concerns
AI companies face borrowing slowdown amid $466B debt concerns

Investor caution and tighter credit conditions may hinder AI sector growth, affecting valuations and infrastructure financing prospects. The post AI companies face borrowing slowdown amid $466B debt concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

SVRN Acquires FastNEAR, Bringing Core NEAR Data Infrastructure In-House
SVRN Acquires FastNEAR, Bringing Core NEAR Data Infrastructure In-House

SVRN has acquired FastNEAR as a wholly owned subsidiary, bringing an operator of NEAR RPC, archival and data services into the company.

Lightning apps using unpatched LDK risk Bitcoin theft from a reconnect lie
Lightning apps using unpatched LDK risk Bitcoin theft from a reconnect lie

The October 1-dated v0.2.7 and v0.1.13 patches close a reconnect theft path, while v0.2.7 also fixes an LSPS2 payment-amount flaw. The post Lightning apps using unpatched LDK risk Bitcoin theft from a reconnect lie appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Bitcoin tops $84,000 and liquidates nearly $83 million in short bets
Bitcoin tops $84,000 and liquidates nearly $83 million in short bets

Bitcoin's surge highlights the volatility and risk in leveraged trading, emphasizing the need for cautious market strategies and robust risk management. The post Bitcoin tops $84,000 and liquidates nearly $83 million in short bets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Goldman Sachs projects $600 billion in US equity issuance in 2027

Increased equity issuance could strain market absorption, impacting valuations and investor returns, especially if buyback support wanes. The post Goldman Sachs projects $600 billion in US equity issuance in 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ledger confirms draining cases linked to CryptoBilis-sold devices
Ledger confirms draining cases linked to CryptoBilis-sold devices

The incident highlights vulnerabilities in supply chains, urging stricter controls and verification to protect crypto assets from unauthorized access. The post Ledger confirms draining cases linked to CryptoBilis-sold devices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin Price Eyes $85K, but Momentum Has Yet to Show Up
Bitcoin Price Eyes $85K, but Momentum Has Yet to Show Up

Bitcoin’s price is holding near $83,770 on Oct. 11, 2026, after recovering from a recent low of $80,308, but the climb toward $84,000 is proving difficult. Short-term moving averages paint a mixed picture, while longer-term indicators remain largely positive. Oscillators suggest momentum has yet to catch up with the recovery, leaving bitcoin...

Saylor teases Strategy Bitcoin buying after ending September with STRC buybacks
Saylor teases Strategy Bitcoin buying after ending September with STRC buybacks

Investors will have to wait an extra day to find out if and how much Strategy added to its Bitcoin treasury in the first week of October.

Some Kraken futures limit orders can still fill after a successful cancel
Some Kraken futures limit orders can still fill after a successful cancel

The October 8 Maker Protection expansion brings more contracts under a rule that discards unfilled remainders while still allowing execution. The post Some Kraken futures limit orders can still fill after a successful cancel appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Amazon ends NDAs in data center negotiations, following Microsoft
Amazon ends NDAs in data center negotiations, following Microsoft

Amazon's NDA policy shift may enhance transparency and trust, potentially influencing other tech giants to follow suit amid public scrutiny. The post Amazon ends NDAs in data center negotiations, following Microsoft appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Visa Survey Shows Nearly Half of APAC Consumers Eyeing Stablecoins for Everyday Use by 2031
Visa Survey Shows Nearly Half of APAC Consumers Eyeing Stablecoins for Everyday Use by 2031

Visa’s Consumer 360 research finds 46% of Asia-Pacific consumers likely to adopt stablecoins within five years, up from 16% recent usage, with interest in spending and transfers but barriers in understanding and trust. The post Visa Survey Shows Nearly Half of APAC Consumers Eyeing Stablecoins for Everyday Use by 2031 appeared first on The Daily...

Starknet Price Jumps as Layer 1 Speculation Drives STRK Rally
Starknet Price Jumps as Layer 1 Speculation Drives STRK Rally

Starknet's STRK surges on Layer 1 speculation as open interest rises 34.74%, with an October token unlock approaching.

Crypto trader makes $1 million in less than a day
Crypto trader makes $1 million in less than a day

A newly created cryptocurrency wallet generated more than $1 million in unrealized profits in under 24 hours by taking a … Continue reading The post Crypto trader makes $1 million in less than a day appeared first on Finbold.

Bitcoin ETF Weekly Outflows Hit 3-Month High, Ethereum Funds Extend Losing Streak
Bitcoin ETF Weekly Outflows Hit 3-Month High, Ethereum Funds Extend Losing Streak

The financial vehicles tracking the largest altcoin have not seen a green day since September 28.

Liquid Network halts Bitcoin redemptions with reserves at about 86% coverage
Liquid Network halts Bitcoin redemptions with reserves at about 86% coverage

The halted redemptions highlight the critical need for robust security and full reserve backing in maintaining trust in sidechain models. The post Liquid Network halts Bitcoin redemptions with reserves at about 86% coverage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Google Gemini AI Predicts Bitcoin Could Hit $1M in 2026
Google Gemini AI Predicts Bitcoin Could Hit $1M in 2026

Google Gemini AI predicts that by January 1, 2027, Bitcoin could trade over $500,000, potentially reaching $1,000,000, with an extended target of $1.5M, assuming a full-blown crypto bull market returns and a landmark catalyst turbocharges it. As of October 11, 2026, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading between $83,000 and $84,000. This forecast is...

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'Always Room for More Orange': Saylor Teases Next Bitcoin Buy at $70 Billion Milestone

Saylor teases upcoming Bitcoin purchases at a historic $70 billion milestone for world's largest cryptocurrency treasury firm.

Bitcoin hedge funds face a liquidation trap when their collateral is split across markets
Bitcoin hedge funds face a liquidation trap when their collateral is split across markets

Here's a hypothetical situation: a hedge fund is making money, but one of its exchanges is about to liquidate its position anyway. Bitcoin has fallen, its short position on CME is profitable, and the matching long on Hyperliquid is bleeding cash. The two trades were designed to offset each other, but Hyperliquid can't use profits […] The post...

Clarity's failure could speed crypto innovation while shielding incumbents
Clarity's failure could speed crypto innovation while shielding incumbents

Executives see openings for tokenization, DeFi and dealmaking, while lawyers warn agency action leaves spot-market oversight and lasting certainty unresolved.

Kyrgyzstan orders liquidation of USDKG issuer and Coin Nomad Exchange
Kyrgyzstan orders liquidation of USDKG issuer and Coin Nomad Exchange

Kyrgyzstan's liquidation of key crypto entities may undermine its digital finance ambitions, affecting investor confidence and regional influence. The post Kyrgyzstan orders liquidation of USDKG issuer and Coin Nomad Exchange appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Liquid Network at 86% Backing as Bitcoin Redemption Freeze Drags On
Liquid Network at 86% Backing as Bitcoin Redemption Freeze Drags On

It has been 35 days since an attacker exploited a vulnerability in the Liquid Network’s Elements software, draining nearly 4,000 BTC from the protocol, and although 3,400 BTC has since been recovered, redemptions of LBTC for actual bitcoin remain suspended as an independent external security audit of Elements v23.3.4 is underway. Liquid Network...

President Trump declares 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine
President Trump declares 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine

"[It's] news for me," said Ukrainian President Zelensky, "but if Russians agree to an energy ceasefire, Ukraine will agree."

Ledger confirms hidden chip in crypto wallet amid $92M theft claims
Ledger confirms hidden chip in crypto wallet amid $92M theft claims

Ledger confirms a hidden hardware implant in a customer's wallet as CryptoBilis halts sales amid an investigation into reported crypto thefts.

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11 Days to Go: XRP Ledger Prepares Wide-Ranging Protocol Fixes

XRP Ledger upgrade countdown begins with key fixes for Lending, DEXs and Permission Delegation set to go live.

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XRP Kuwait Hits Back at Centralization Critics Following Urgent Network Fixes

XRP Kuwait slams centralized control claims after a 2015 currency-minting bug forced an emergency XRP Ledger patch.

PeckShield traces $3.89 million from Ledger wallet drain to Binance deposits
PeckShield traces $3.89 million from Ledger wallet drain to Binance deposits

The incident highlights vulnerabilities in hardware wallet supply chains and the challenges of tracing stolen crypto across decentralized networks. The post PeckShield traces $3.89 million from Ledger wallet drain to Binance deposits appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Tokenized stocks can carry the same rights without the same trading protections
Tokenized stocks can carry the same rights without the same trading protections

Douro Labs’ October 9 submission seeks feed-quality guidance, while venue safeguards and covered FINRA-member broker duties remain distinct. The post Tokenized stocks can carry the same rights without the same trading protections appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Ripple ETFs Defy Crypto Slump With Another Green Week but XRP Price Sinks
Ripple ETFs Defy Crypto Slump With Another Green Week but XRP Price Sinks

XRP rebounded from the recent lows but it's still down by over 7% weekly.

Projectile hits Riyadh airport terminal, 12 dead, 309 injured
Projectile hits Riyadh airport terminal, 12 dead, 309 injured

The attack exacerbates regional instability, potentially escalating military tensions and impacting market expectations and diplomatic relations. The post Projectile hits Riyadh airport terminal, 12 dead, 309 injured appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

OpenAI, Anthropic, Other AI Executives Secretly Preparing for Public Backlash After Potential Catastrophe
OpenAI, Anthropic, Other AI Executives Secretly Preparing for Public Backlash After Potential Catastrophe

Top AI company leaders are privately rehearsing responses to a possible major AI-related disaster, such as a cyberattack disrupting critical services. The post OpenAI, Anthropic, Other AI Executives Secretly Preparing for Public Backlash After Potential Catastrophe appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

More Orange: Saylor Hints at Growing Strategy’s 848K Bitcoin Stash
More Orange: Saylor Hints at Growing Strategy’s 848K Bitcoin Stash

Strategy could expand its bitcoin holdings after Michael Saylor posted another orange-themed buying hint. His latest message follows a $28.7 million acquisition, while the company balances cryptocurrency purchases with cash commitments to shareholders and creditors. Saylor Signals There Is Room for More Bitcoin Another bitcoin acquisition may be...

Malaysia man loses $3M in suspected crypto wallet hack
Malaysia man loses $3M in suspected crypto wallet hack

A Malaysian man reports losing $3.05M in cryptocurrency after unauthorized wallet transfers. Police are tracing the funds and investigating fraud.

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Cardano (ADA) Signals Caution as Price Confirms Death Cross, Short-Term Sell Ahead?

The key question is whether ADA confirm pattern with continued selling or recovers enough to invalidate the short-term bearish setup.

Thailand Finalizes Bitcoin and Ether ETF Rules Ahead of October 16 Start
Thailand Finalizes Bitcoin and Ether ETF Rules Ahead of October 16 Start

Thailand’s SEC has finalized rules for Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, with the framework taking effect October 16 and strict fund design limits.

XRP ETFs extend a 13-week inflow streak as Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana funds shed $1.25 billion
XRP ETFs extend a 13-week inflow streak as Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana funds shed $1.25 billion

US-listed XRP ETFs extended their inflow streak to 13 weeks as Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana funds suffered nearly $1.25 billion in combined withdrawals during the week ended Oct. 9. Bitcoin ETFs recorded $681.1 million in net withdrawals, while Ethereum products shed $542.07 million and Solana funds lost $24.81 million, according to SoSoValue’s...

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Bitcoin Breakout Meets 'Hard Reset,' and Global Liquidity Is to Blame

Bitcoin’s autumn rally stalls at $82,800 as global markets run out of cash.

Yemeni forces conduct 8 airstrikes on Houthi positions near Taiz
Yemeni forces conduct 8 airstrikes on Houthi positions near Taiz

The airstrikes highlight ongoing instability in Yemen, with potential shifts in conflict dynamics affecting regional security and market perceptions. The post Yemeni forces conduct 8 airstrikes on Houthi positions near Taiz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Saudi airport attack kills 12 as conflict with Houthis escalates
Saudi airport attack kills 12 as conflict with Houthis escalates

The attack exacerbates regional instability, potentially influencing Houthi advances and altering geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East. The post Saudi airport attack kills 12 as conflict with Houthis escalates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

IMF warns tokenized stocks are 1.5 times more volatile
IMF warns tokenized stocks are 1.5 times more volatile

IMF research finds strong demand for tokenized stocks, but warns that the market is 1.5 times more volatile and less liquid than regular shares.

Saudi Arabia allegedly strikes Sanaa airport amid rising tensions
Saudi Arabia allegedly strikes Sanaa airport amid rising tensions

The alleged airstrike could reignite hostilities, destabilizing the region and impacting market perceptions and geopolitical dynamics. The post Saudi Arabia allegedly strikes Sanaa airport amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

PLTR Price Prediction: Goldman and Barclays Turn Bullish as Technicals Flash Extreme Caution
PLTR Price Prediction: Goldman and Barclays Turn Bullish as Technicals Flash Extreme Caution

Goldman Sachs upgraded Palantir to Buy on October 8 and Barclays initiated with Overweight on October 9, yet the Binance PLTR futures contract sits at $209.31 with RSI at 80.30, Stochastic %K near ... (Read More)

XRP Price Forecast: $1.40 Support Lost Ahead of XRPN Listing
XRP Price Forecast: $1.40 Support Lost Ahead of XRPN Listing

Today’s XRP price forecast signals a -1% overnight drop to $1.39, contrasting with a slightly positive broader market. This drop was primarily driven by a sell-off in leveraged derivatives positions ahead of the Evernorth Nasdaq listing scheduled for October 12. Trading volume has dropped more than -53% in 24 hours, with transaction value now at...

Coldcard X Account Hit by Phishing Scam After $100M Fiasco
Coldcard X Account Hit by Phishing Scam After $100M Fiasco

Coldcard is confronting another security controversy after its official X account published a phishing link on Oct. 11, 2026, falsely warning customers about a critical firmware vulnerability. The company deleted the post and insists its credentials and two-factor authentication remain secure. The incident follows July’s devastating...

HOOD Price Prediction: Analysts Set $132–$156 Targets While the Binance Chart Signals a Tighter Battle
HOOD Price Prediction: Analysts Set $132–$156 Targets While the Binance Chart Signals a Tighter Battle

Barclays and BofA Securities each lifted their price targets on Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ: HOOD) in early October 2026 — to $132 and $156 respectively — creating a substantial gap above the $109.60... (Read More)

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Ledger’s Hardware Implant and Vitalik’s AI Warning Reveal Crypto’s New Security Fronts

Ledger's hardware implant discovery and Vitalik Buterin's AI warning expose new challenges for cryptocurrency security.

COIN Price Prediction: Below Every Near-Term Average With a 20/50-Day Stack Inversion as Analyst Targets Span $187 to $280
COIN Price Prediction: Below Every Near-Term Average With a 20/50-Day Stack Inversion as Analyst Targets Span $187 to $280

The Binance-listed tokenized COIN contract sat at $181.05 on October 11 after a near-flat 24-hour session, trading below its 7-, 20-, and 50-day simple moving averages — though the averages themsel... (Read More)

BABA Price Prediction: Three Brokers Lift Targets in 48 Hours While Tokenized Contract Faces $111.60 Make-or-Break Resistance
BABA Price Prediction: Three Brokers Lift Targets in 48 Hours While Tokenized Contract Faces $111.60 Make-or-Break Resistance

Citigroup, Bank of America, and Jefferies all raised their price targets on Alibaba's NYSE-listed shares within a 48-hour window, with Jefferies naming it the top pick among Chinese internet stocks... (Read More)

Sberbank Tests Bitcoin, Ether and USDT Trading Inside Its Banking App
Sberbank Tests Bitcoin, Ether and USDT Trading Inside Its Banking App

Sberbank began testing Bitcoin, Ether and USDT trading in Sberbank Online after Russia’s central bank admitted it as a digital depository.

Strangely Rational — Week in Review
Strangely Rational — Week in Review

This editorial is from this week’s edition of the newsletter Week in Review, sent to subscribers on Friday. Subscribe to the newsletter to get this weekly editorial the second it’s finished. The newsletter also includes the biggest stories of the week, with a comment on each story. Bitcoin is finally showing signs of fatigue after […]

New iPhone spyware can hunt for crypto wallets and extract their data every 15 seconds
New iPhone spyware can hunt for crypto wallets and extract their data every 15 seconds

iVerify’s P7 DarkSword report describes remote commands to collect imToken-related data after an iPhone is compromised. The post New iPhone spyware can hunt for crypto wallets and extract their data every 15 seconds appeared first on CryptoSlate.