Nearly 5,000 BTC leaves Bitget as hackers begin laundering $387 million haul
Nearly 5,000 Bitcoin has left Bitget’s tracked reserves after the crypto exchange reopened withdrawals following its $387.5 million hack. On Sept. 28, Bitget Chief Executive Officer Gracy Chen said the exchange had processed 9,585 withdrawal orders totaling 4,098.036 BTC as of 17:00 UTC+8, shortly after it resumed Bitcoin withdrawals. Separate...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/28/2026, 10:50:12 PM
Near Intents Slams Door on $50M in Bitget Hack Laundering Flows
Following Bitget’s $387.5 million hack, attackers attempted to move more than $50 million through Near Intents, but its SHIELD security system detected the activity and prevented most of the attempted transfers. Just $166,000 slipped through, while another $503,000 was frozen mid-execution. Aurora co-founder Alex Shevchenko said the protocol will...
By Jamie Redman 9/28/2026, 10:40:27 PM
THORChain Faces Backlash Over Stolen Bitget Funds Routed Through Swaps
Bitget's live tracker lists 2,377 attacker addresses, and 1,497 of them are marked as having moved funds through THORChain swaps so far.
By Wayne Jones 9/28/2026, 10:17:06 PM
Tokenized Stocks Hit $20.9 Billion DEX Volume as Uniswap Leads
Tokenized stocks generated $20.9 billion in decentralized exchange (DEX) volume over the past 30 days, with Uniswap handling roughly $12.6 billion of the activity. The surge is turning tokenized equities from a niche crypto experiment into a fast-growing battleground for DeFi liquidity, collateral, and market infrastructure. Uniswap Handles $12.6B...
By Emmanuel Musa 9/28/2026, 10:10:42 PM
Coinbase Clearing LLC launches as USDC-native clearinghouse after CFTC approval
Coinbase's USDC-native clearinghouse could reshape financial markets by enhancing liquidity and operational efficiency for institutional traders. The post Coinbase Clearing LLC launches as USDC-native clearinghouse after CFTC approval appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 9/28/2026, 10:10:21 PM
News outlets urge court to give little weight to DOJ support for OpenAI in copyright fight
The court's decision could redefine fair use in AI, impacting media rights and setting a precedent for future AI and copyright disputes. The post News outlets urge court to give little weight to DOJ support for OpenAI in copyright fight appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/28/2026, 10:02:58 PM
Tether’s USDT linked to Iran’s shadow banking system, Senate report finds
The Senate report on USDT's role in Iran's shadow banking could prompt stricter crypto regulations, impacting global stablecoin markets. The post Tether’s USDT linked to Iran’s shadow banking system, Senate report finds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 9/28/2026, 10:00:31 PM
Redditors Debate Taking $6,000,000 Bribe to Stop Dating a Billionaire’s Child
A viral Reddit thread is lighting up over a hypothetical $6 million offer to leave a billionaire’s child. The r/AskReddit post had about 3,200 upvotes and more than 1,000 comments when it was covered. The top reply kept it simple and aggressive. “Ask for 10 [million].” That comment alone has drawn more than 12,000 upvotes. […] The post Redditors...
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/28/2026, 10:00:21 PM
Ro Khanna backs AI safety bill banning recursive self-improving technology
Khanna's AI safety advocacy highlights the urgent need for global regulatory frameworks to prevent loss of human control over AI advancements. The post Ro Khanna backs AI safety bill banning recursive self-improving technology appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/28/2026, 9:59:19 PM
Chainlink collaborates with DTCC on 24/7 collateral management via new AppChain
The collaboration could revolutionize financial markets by enhancing efficiency and transparency in collateral management through blockchain integration. The post Chainlink collaborates with DTCC on 24/7 collateral management via new AppChain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 9/28/2026, 9:48:12 PM
New Jersey Mom Calls Local Business to Defend Fired No-Show Son – ‘I Don’t Want to Teach Your Kid a Lesson’
A New Jersey small business owner fired a no-show employee, then took a call from the worker's mother proposing unpaid labor as a lesson — and the TikTok went viral. The post New Jersey Mom Calls Local Business to Defend Fired No-Show Son – ‘I Don’t Want to Teach Your Kid a Lesson’ appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/28/2026, 9:45:39 PM
Tether and Senate Democrats Clash Over Iran’s Shadow Crypto Network
On Monday, stablecoin heavyweight Tether disclosed that it had assisted in freezing nearly $550 million in Iran-linked USDT. Yet that very same day, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) published an exclusive citing a newly released Senate Democratic report detailing Iran’s reliance on USDT. Senate Report Examines 846 Crypto Addresses Linked to Iran...
By Jamie Redman 9/28/2026, 9:45:10 PM
Monero Releases New Stressnet Version
Monero has released a new version of its beta stressnet software as the privacy-focused network moves closer to testing major upgrades FCMP++ and CARROT.
By Alex Dovbnya 9/28/2026, 9:43:06 PM
Stripe warns AI companies of token theft risks amid rising costs
AI companies face heightened financial vulnerabilities due to token theft, necessitating robust fraud prevention strategies to safeguard resources. The post Stripe warns AI companies of token theft risks amid rising costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/28/2026, 9:41:10 PM
Strategy makes first back-to-back Bitcoin buys since June as accumulation picks up
Michael Saylor-led Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) has made back-to-back weekly Bitcoin purchases for the first time since June, rebuilding its holdings after selling some of the cryptocurrency earlier this quarter. On Sept. 28, the company said it acquired 1,665 Bitcoin for $142.7 million during the week ended Sept. 27, paying an average of...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/28/2026, 9:40:16 PM
Modal Labs nears $750M funding round at $16B valuation
Modal Labs' rapid valuation growth highlights the escalating demand and investment in AI infrastructure, underscoring a shift towards efficient, scalable solutions. The post Modal Labs nears $750M funding round at $16B valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/28/2026, 9:34:38 PM
Texas TikToker Blocked by Date After Using Coupon To Pay for Sushi Dinner
A first date ended with the TikToker being blocked after applying a coupon at a sushi restaurant in Texas, sparking debate on social media about dating etiquette. The post Texas TikToker Blocked by Date After Using Coupon To Pay for Sushi Dinner appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/28/2026, 9:31:50 PM
Does Oil Move Bitcoin Price? No and Yes
While you keep reading headlines that bitcoin crashed as oil spiked, this year has once again proved that bitcoin largely ignores changes in oil prices. What also hasn’t changed is that oil might affect bitcoin prices indirectly through inflation and central bank monetary policy. Looking at the past five years of daily, weekly, and monthly […]
By Linas Kmieliauskas 9/28/2026, 9:20:01 PM
Democratic PAC targets Collins in ad over Medicaid cuts despite her opposition
The ad campaign may alter voter perceptions and impact Collins' reelection chances in a competitive Maine Senate race. The post Democratic PAC targets Collins in ad over Medicaid cuts despite her opposition appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/28/2026, 9:18:39 PM
Maryland Father Wins $100,000 After Son Buys Two Identical Lottery Tickets
A Maryland father claimed a $100,000 lottery prize after his son bought two identical Pick 5 tickets while running errands. The post Maryland Father Wins $100,000 After Son Buys Two Identical Lottery Tickets appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/28/2026, 9:17:47 PM
BitGo’s new Chief Product Officer prioritizes clarity in product development
BitGo's strategic shift towards asset servicing in tokenized securities could redefine crypto infrastructure, influencing industry standards and competition. The post BitGo’s new Chief Product Officer prioritizes clarity in product development appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 9/28/2026, 9:17:30 PM
Anthropic collaborates with Nvidia to enhance agent security with new open platform
The collaboration could set new standards for AI safety, influencing industry practices and regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems. The post Anthropic collaborates with Nvidia to enhance agent security with new open platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/28/2026, 9:01:23 PM
PrimeXBT Insights: Bitcoin rallied through a rate hike; Can it rally through a bond selloff?
By Jonatan Randin, Senior Market Analyst at PrimeXBT In mid September the setup looked bad for Bitcoin. The CLARITY Act failed in the Senate on 15 September and the Fed hiked to 3.75 to 4.00% the next day. Bitcoin (BTC) briefly traded under $75,000. A week later it was above $87,000. Then the bond market moved, and Bitcoin stopped going up. What...
By Tony The Bull Severino 9/28/2026, 9:01:23 PM
Crypto Exchange Bitget Says Hacker Exploited Vulnerabilities From Third-Party Products To Pull Off Last Week’s $388,000,000 Exploit
The hacker who stole $388 million worth of crypto from Bitget last week “exploited vulnerabilities from third-party products,” according to the exchange’s chief executive. Bitget CEO Gracy Chen says the exploiter stole internal credentials and used them to send fraudulent withdrawal commands that bypassed the exchange’s risk controls. Chen notes...
By Conor Devitt 9/28/2026, 8:59:26 PM
South Dakota Salon Customer Says Worker Processed 15% Tip – Without Permission
A salon customer in South Dakota is going viral after claiming a worker added a tip to her bill without permission. The woman says she had paid cash for facial waxing when staff tried to include a 15% gratuity. “Got a facial waxing done & the lady tried adding a 15% tip without my consent,” […] The post South Dakota Salon Customer Says Worker...
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/28/2026, 8:57:51 PM
Robinhood reports 24% increase in daily crypto trading volume in September
Robinhood's crypto trading growth signals increased market engagement, yet historical comparisons highlight volatility and evolving strategies. The post Robinhood reports 24% increase in daily crypto trading volume in September appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 9/28/2026, 8:54:38 PM
Coinbase teases Pokémon card packs backed by physical collectibles
Coinbase's move into tokenized Pokmon cards could revolutionize the collectibles market by enhancing liquidity, security, and accessibility. The post Coinbase teases Pokémon card packs backed by physical collectibles appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 9/28/2026, 8:53:10 PM
Belarus Approves the Country’s First Crypto Banks: Report
Bitcoin Magazine Belarus Approves the Country’s First Crypto Banks: Report Belarus earlier this year signed a legal framework for crypto banks in the country. This post Belarus Approves the Country’s First Crypto Banks: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 9/28/2026, 8:51:38 PM
Manus 2.0 launches with new Cascade architecture as AI agent startup eyes $4B valuation
Manus 2.0's launch and valuation ambitions highlight the growing consumer AI market's potential to reshape digital interactions globally. The post Manus 2.0 launches with new Cascade architecture as AI agent startup eyes $4B valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/28/2026, 8:50:59 PM
Binance Sees 13,800 BTC Exit in a Day as Bitcoin Price Holds Above $83K
Binance recorded more than 13,800 BTC in net outflows on Sept. 22, its largest single-day withdrawal since 2023, while exchange reserves fell by roughly 20,000 BTC over four days. Binance Loses 20,000 BTC in Four Days Bitcoin is leaving Binance at a pace not seen in years. More than 13,800 BTC—about $1.15 billion worth at […]
By Emmanuel Musa 9/28/2026, 8:49:05 PM
Targeting Trump, California Governor Gavin Newsom Signs Bill Banning Public Officials From Issuing Memecoins
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill on Sunday that bans state public officials from launching memecoins. In addition to the ban on state officials, California Assembly Bill 2409 also prohibits crypto service providers from offering California residents the sale of any memecoin launched in association with federal, state or local public...
By Conor Devitt 9/28/2026, 8:45:26 PM
Meta elevates Tucker Bounds to head communications as David Ginsberg shifts to AI role
Meta's leadership shift highlights its strategic pivot towards AI, potentially reshaping its approach to societal impacts and communications. The post Meta elevates Tucker Bounds to head communications as David Ginsberg shifts to AI role appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/28/2026, 8:43:50 PM
UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Blasts Nigel Farage’s ‘Bitcoin Account’
Bitcoin Magazine UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Blasts Nigel Farage’s ‘Bitcoin Account’ The UK’s finance minister has criticized the pro-Bitcoin leader of Reform UK. This post UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Blasts Nigel Farage’s ‘Bitcoin Account’ first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 9/28/2026, 8:43:44 PM
Canadian ‘crypto king’ set to represent himself at fraud trial
Aiden Pleterski was allegedly behind a crypto Ponzi scheme between 2021 and 2022 that resulted in a kidnapping and related criminal charges.
By Turner Wright 9/28/2026, 8:41:44 PM
Stellar Becomes the Third-Largest Chain for Tokenized RWAs, Overtaking Solana, Avalanche, and Aptos
Stellar has surpassed its competitors, currently holding third place in tokenized RWAs, indicating it’s rapidly becoming a preferred network for tokenization.
By Erie Maxwell 9/28/2026, 8:40:19 PM
Texas Driver Allegedly Rams Car Into Kroger To Use Bathroom: Report
A Texas grocery store has reportedly sustained extensive damage after a motorist allegedly accelerated into the building while seeking restroom access. Police say the driver intentionally crashed into a Kroger after finding the doors locked early Sunday morning, reports ABC13. According to the Rosenberg Police Department, the man “intentionally...
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/28/2026, 8:38:17 PM
Cardano’s NIGHT Will Be Bigger Than Zcash: Charles Hoskinson
NIGHT sits about 78% below its record high, while ZEC is roughly 51% below its own, so the smaller token has much more ground to recover.
By Wayne Jones 9/28/2026, 8:34:06 PM
Gemini launches staking for Hyperliquid’s HYPE token, offering 2.1% APY
Gemini's staking launch for HYPE token may enhance user engagement and diversify investment strategies, despite regional restrictions. The post Gemini launches staking for Hyperliquid’s HYPE token, offering 2.1% APY appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 9/28/2026, 8:33:49 PM
Lido’s 1,500 ETH reserve target could slow stETH withdrawals in a crunch
The setting remains at 1,500 ETH, but the committee’s unexecuted plan would shift deposit priority as a new staking module approaches. The post Lido’s 1,500 ETH reserve target could slow stETH withdrawals in a crunch appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 9/28/2026, 8:30:08 PM
Blockchain.com eyes $500M IPO as crypto capital markets thaw: Report
The crypto company is seeking a valuation of up to $6 billion, well below its 2022 peak, as recently listed crypto stocks struggle to hold their gains.
By Sam Bourgi 9/28/2026, 8:28:13 PM
Cardano Creator Charles Hoskinson Makes a Bold Midnight Prediction, Says It Will Be Bigger Than Zcash
A major privacy blockchain shake-up could be brewing, and Input Output Global (IOG) founder Charles Hoskinson thinks Midnight could be at the center.
By Brenda Ngari 9/28/2026, 8:22:59 PM
Ripple Eyes $155 Trillion Market Within SWIFT Links
Big-time SWIFT-linked corporate flows are trusting in XRP’s tech stack, whether XRP’s ODL or RippleNet. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 9/28/2026, 8:17:00 PM
AMD acquires World Labs AI from Fei-Fei Li for $8B
AMD's acquisition of World Labs AI signifies a strategic shift towards developing a comprehensive AI platform, expanding beyond hardware. The post AMD acquires World Labs AI from Fei-Fei Li for $8B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/28/2026, 8:11:05 PM
Goldman Sachs brings $100B Treasury fund to Avalanche via Lynq
Goldman's integration of its Treasury fund with blockchain via Lynq could redefine institutional finance by enhancing liquidity and yield efficiency. The post Goldman Sachs brings $100B Treasury fund to Avalanche via Lynq appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 9/28/2026, 8:10:37 PM
Susan Collins voted to keep the Iran war going five times, affecting Mainers’ fuel prices
Collins' voting record may sway voter sentiment, impacting her reelection chances and highlighting the economic effects of foreign policy. The post Susan Collins voted to keep the Iran war going five times, affecting Mainers’ fuel prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/28/2026, 7:57:37 PM
Strive Scoops up 1,107 Bitcoin as Its $2.3B Treasury Expands
Per usual, Monday was a day of digital asset treasury (DAT) purchase announcements as Strategy and Bitmine revealed new acquisitions. At the same time, Strive, Inc. disclosed a new bitcoin purchase as it acquired 1,107 BTC between Sept. 21 and Sept. 25. Strive Adds 1,107 BTC as Treasury Holdings Reach 27,462 Bitcoin Strive now stands […]
By Jamie Redman 9/28/2026, 7:55:35 PM
Bittensor proposes Gamma tokens to enhance subnet collaboration
Gamma tokens could transform subnet dynamics by fostering collaboration, potentially increasing network efficiency and economic integration. The post Bittensor proposes Gamma tokens to enhance subnet collaboration appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/28/2026, 7:55:13 PM
NYC Council to hold hearing with AI executives next week
NYC's AI hearing signals a shift towards proactive local governance in tech regulation, potentially setting a precedent for other cities. The post NYC Council to hold hearing with AI executives next week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/28/2026, 7:55:02 PM
Blockchain.com targets multi-billion dollar IPO as it files confidential S-1 with SEC
Blockchain.com's IPO could reshape crypto markets by setting new valuation benchmarks and accelerating tokenized securities adoption. The post Blockchain.com targets multi-billion dollar IPO as it files confidential S-1 with SEC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 9/28/2026, 7:53:32 PM
Ripple CEO Unpacks What Really Drives XRP’s Value — Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Ripple CEO has offered a broader look at the forces that shape the token’s long-term value, highlighting the role of real-world utility, demand, and liquidity.
By Brenda Ngari 9/28/2026, 7:51:29 PM