AMD surges nearly 300%, crosses $1 trillion market cap for the first time
AMD's market cap milestone highlights its growing influence in AI infrastructure, challenging industry giants and reshaping semiconductor dynamics. The post AMD surges nearly 300%, crosses $1 trillion market cap for the first time appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/27/2026, 4:19:05 AM
Why XRP's Best Q3 in 4 Years Will Not Save Bulls This October
Despite a massive +48.1% surge last quarter, price history shows XRP always hits a painful speed bump in so-called "Uptober".
By Gamza Khanzadaev 9/27/2026, 4:00:00 AM
15 Institutions Spoke to Bitwise: More Crypto Buyers May Be Coming
Institutional crypto demand is developing beyond public disclosures, according to Bitwise’s interviews with 15 major institutions. Existing holders maintained their allocations through a roughly 50% market decline, while several prospective buyers advanced their due diligence. Institutions Held Through the Sell-Off as Others Weighed Buying Some of...
By Kevin Helms 9/27/2026, 3:45:02 AM
Lido Vote #214 Passes As Dual Governance Moves Onto Ethereum Mainnet
TL;DR Lido DAO Vote #214 has passed with 58.2 million LDO participating in favor. The vote implements Dual Governance V1 parameters, giving stETH holders a new mechanism to contest certain governance actions. The associated emergency governance delay has been extended to 14 days. Lido’s long-running effort to give stETH holders more influence over...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/27/2026, 3:30:00 AM
Grayscale Files for Zcash Income ETF With Planned Biweekly Payouts
Grayscale has filed for a zcash income ETF that would use options to pursue payments every two weeks. The proposed fund would offer indirect exposure to ZEC, but its income strategy could limit gains when zcash rises. New Fund Would Use Options on Grayscale’s Zcash ETF Investors seeking income tied to zcash could get a […]
By Kevin Helms 9/27/2026, 2:30:41 AM
Ethena Expands USDe Backing Strategy Into Tokenized US Equities
TL;DR Ethena is expanding the basis-trade strategy behind USDe into tokenized U.S. equities. Binance bStocks can be used as tokenized spot assets while equity perpetual futures hedge the market exposure. The strategy broadens USDe’s backing model beyond crypto-native basis trades, but it also introduces equity-market and venue-specific risks....
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/27/2026, 2:30:00 AM
Google tests direct purchases from Flipkart through Gemini in India
Google's integration of direct purchases via Gemini in India could revolutionize e-commerce by streamlining transactions and enhancing user convenience. The post Google tests direct purchases from Flipkart through Gemini in India appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/27/2026, 1:35:58 AM
Magic Eden Says Legacy Approvals Exposed $5.7M In NFTs To Exploit
TL;DR Magic Eden says old EVM marketplace approvals left more than $5.7 million worth of NFTs exposed to an exploit in Limit Break’s Payment Processor V2. A whitehat rescue operation moved 23,155 vulnerable NFTs before they could be stolen. Magic Eden says no live listings were affected, but users who interacted with the old marketplace […]
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/27/2026, 1:30:00 AM
XRP Community Takes Center Stage in Evernorth’s Nasdaq Plans
Evernorth plans to feature XRP community members in a campaign tied to its proposed Nasdaq listing. Founder and CEO Asheesh Birla says the company’s public debut should recognize the people who supported XRP through years of legal uncertainty. Evernorth Puts XRP Supporters in Its Listing Plans XRP supporters could have a visible role in...
By Kevin Helms 9/27/2026, 1:15:23 AM
Anthropic valuation hits $965B amid AI safety focus, IPO speculation: WSJ
Anthropic's focus on AI safety and effective altruism could reshape industry priorities, influencing investor confidence and market dynamics. The post Anthropic valuation hits $965B amid AI safety focus, IPO speculation: WSJ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/27/2026, 1:05:37 AM
Trump plans new AI Force, seeks AI czar to lead initiative
Trump's AI initiative could reshape tech policy, influencing global AI governance and sparking debates on ethical and strategic AI use. The post Trump plans new AI Force, seeks AI czar to lead initiative appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/27/2026, 12:54:34 AM
Pump Fun sells 47,994 SOL for $6M as cumulative liquidations approach $850M
Pump.fun's systematic SOL liquidations highlight the volatility and potential market impact of large-scale token sales in the crypto ecosystem. The post Pump Fun sells 47,994 SOL for $6M as cumulative liquidations approach $850M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 9/27/2026, 12:44:54 AM
Bitget Raises Hack Estimate To $387.5M And Sets Withdrawal Restart Plan
TL;DR Bitget has increased the confirmed value of assets transferred to attacker-controlled addresses from $351.6 million to about $387.5 million. The exchange says the underlying vulnerability has been identified and remediated. Withdrawals are scheduled to return in stages beginning with Bitcoin on September 28 and continuing through October 2....
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/27/2026, 12:30:00 AM
Bitcoin Price Gains 44% for Second-Best Q3 as Ethereum Jumps 71%
Bitcoin is on course for its second-strongest third quarter on record, while ethereum has already delivered its best Q3 performance ever. With a few days still left in September, stronger ETF demand, rising spot activity and subdued profit-taking are keeping attention on whether bitcoin can extend the rally. Ethereum Jumps 71% as Bitcoin Heads for...
By Emmanuel Musa 9/27/2026, 12:10:22 AM
Socure Brings AI Identity Checks To Circle’s Arc Onramp
TL;DR Socure has integrated its RiskOS identity and fraud platform into the Arc Onramp experience. The system is designed to verify users and make fraud decisions as they move from fiat currency into USDC through applications built on Arc. The integration adds a compliance layer to Circle’s institution-focused blockchain without moving identity...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/26/2026, 11:30:00 PM
California faces scrutiny over economic woes amid wealth tax debate
California's economic struggles and political dynamics could significantly impact public opinion and policy decisions, affecting future governance. The post California faces scrutiny over economic woes amid wealth tax debate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/26/2026, 11:25:09 PM
Robert Kiyosaki Names 3 Income Types That Separate Rich and Poor
Robert Kiyosaki says the difference between working for a paycheck and building wealth lies in three kinds of income: earned, portfolio, and passive. His latest post also makes sweeping tax claims that depend on how income is produced. Three Income Types, According to Kiyosaki A paycheck, an investment return, and income from a business can […]
By Kevin Helms 9/26/2026, 11:05:37 PM
OpenAI and Anthropic slash prices in aggressive push against open source AI models
The aggressive price cuts by OpenAI and Anthropic could reshape the AI landscape, challenging open source viability and intensifying global competition. The post OpenAI and Anthropic slash prices in aggressive push against open source AI models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/26/2026, 11:05:06 PM
Mantle Says Tokenized Asset Count Has Jumped From 71 To 1,473 This Year
TL;DR Mantle says the number of tokenized assets on its network has climbed to 1,473 from 71 at the start of 2026. Distributed Asset Value has reached about $476 million, up roughly 110% over the past 30 days. The network now hosts tokenized equities, ETFs, stablecoins and other real-world assets from several major issuers. Mantle is reporting a...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/26/2026, 10:30:00 PM
Solana’s Alpenglow Hits Second Testnet, 100ms Finality in Sight
Solana’s biggest consensus overhaul since launch has crossed a major hurdle. Alpenglow activated on testnet Sept. 24 and devnet Sept. 25, replacing TowerBFT with Votor and targeting transaction finality in just 100 to 150 milliseconds. Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko declared, “You are not ready for this.” However, those speeds remain unproven...
By Jamie Redman 9/26/2026, 9:45:02 PM
Researchers Propose Zcash-Style Privacy for Bitcoin Without a Soft Fork
The proposal separates spending and viewing rights, allowing users to share transaction details without exposing spending authority.
By Wayne Jones 9/26/2026, 9:44:57 PM
US Charges Man After Crypto Scam Wallets Received More Than $53M
TL;DR U.S. prosecutors have charged a Vietnamese national with money laundering tied to alleged cryptocurrency “pig butchering” schemes. Prosecutors say wallets controlled by the defendant received roughly $53.3 million linked to fraud schemes targeting U.S. victims. One victim allegedly transferred about $16 million after being directed to a fake...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/26/2026, 9:30:00 PM
River Exchange sues Canadian Bitcoin miner for $6.7M over unpaid refunds
This lawsuit highlights ongoing cross-border tensions in the Bitcoin mining sector, potentially affecting future US-Canada business relations. The post River Exchange sues Canadian Bitcoin miner for $6.7M over unpaid refunds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 9/26/2026, 9:04:06 PM
Blockchain Association CEO Summer Mersinger To Step Down In October
TL;DR Blockchain Association CEO Summer Mersinger will step down on October 16 and remain as an adviser through the end of 2026. Founding leader Kristin Smith will return as interim CEO from October 17. The leadership change comes during an unusually active period for U.S. digital-asset legislation and regulation. One of Washington’s most...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/26/2026, 8:30:00 PM
TrendForce forecasts global data center power demand to hit 161 GW in 2026
Rising data center power demand may strain global grids, potentially increasing electricity costs and impacting broader energy infrastructure. The post TrendForce forecasts global data center power demand to hit 161 GW in 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/26/2026, 8:29:17 PM
SEC clears regulatory hurdle as crypto token buybacks hit record $638 million
Crypto projects spent about $638 million with token buybacks through late August 2026, according to Allium Labs data. That is already a record, up from $545 million over the same stretch of 2025. Hyperliquid accounted for roughly $370 million and Pump.fun for about $200 million, together close to 90% of the total. On Sept. 25, […] The post SEC...
By Gino Matos 9/26/2026, 8:20:52 PM
Bitget CEO Wants Thorchain to Block Hackers, but There’s a Catch
On Saturday, two days after Bitget was hacked, CEO Gracy Chen publicly asked Thorchain to cut off the hackers who drained hundreds of millions from her exchange this week. “Decentralization is a design principle, not a shield for facilitating known stolen funds,” the Bitget executive insisted. Bitget’s Hack Climbs to $387.5 Million as CEO Gracy […]
By Jamie Redman 9/26/2026, 8:16:15 PM
Which Cryptocurrencies Work for Online Gambling in 2026
Which cryptocurrencies work for online gambling in 2026, compared on speed, fees and price swings, plus six crypto sportsbooks ranked on coin support with Dexsport first.
By Crypto Daily 9/26/2026, 8:00:38 PM
Accumulator Boosts Explained: How Combo Multipliers Work at Crypto Sportsbooks
Accumulator boosts raise the odds on longer combos, yet every leg also multiplies the margin. How combo multipliers work, what Combo+ pays and where the boost stops helping.
By Crypto Daily 9/26/2026, 7:55:37 PM
Will Bitcoin Hit $150,000? Reading the 2026 Bitcoin Price Markets
Bitcoin needs a 74% rise to hit $150,000 before 2027, and prediction markets price that at a few percent. Where the odds stand, what the target takes and how rules decide a Yes.
By Crypto Daily 9/26/2026, 7:51:11 PM
Institutions Watched Bitcoin Fall 50%: Yet None of 15 Bitwise Surveyed Investors Cut Exposure
The survey shows that institutions have not backed away from crypto, even as they remain picky about what they buy.
By Chayanika Deka 9/26/2026, 7:35:53 PM
KelpDAO Sues LayerZero Over $292M rsETH Bridge Exploit
TL;DR Evercrest Technologies, the company behind KelpDAO, has filed a civil claim against LayerZero entities and co-founder Bryan Pellegrino. The lawsuit concerns the April exploit that drained 116,500 rsETH, worth about $292 million at the time. KelpDAO alleges LayerZero reviewed and endorsed the bridge configuration later blamed for the attack;...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/26/2026, 7:30:00 PM
The NFT party is over and everybody now owes storage rent
In 2021, Christie's sold a Beeple NFT for $69.35 million, and Sotheby's took another $24.40 million for 101 Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs, giving cartoon primates the kind of auction-house treatment usually reserved for Fabergé eggs. But now, not five years later, one of the marketplaces that helped sell the digital art revolution is explaining […]...
By Andjela Radmilac 9/26/2026, 7:05:53 PM
Probe into Susan Collins’s contributions may impact reelection campaign
The probe could shift voter sentiment, potentially altering the dynamics of a tight race and affecting Collins's reelection prospects. The post Probe into Susan Collins’s contributions may impact reelection campaign appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/26/2026, 7:02:47 PM
Anthropic Loses Pentagon Fight Ahead of Anticipated $2 Trillion IPO
A federal appeals court upheld the Pentagon’s supply chain risk designation for Anthropic on Sept. 25, adding a legal setback ahead of the AI company’s reported November IPO. Investors have anticipated a valuation near $2 trillion, but the offering has not been priced. Appeals Court Upholds Pentagon Exclusion A federal appeals court on Sept. 25 […]
By Kevin Helms 9/26/2026, 6:34:22 PM
Coinbase and Kraken Build Two Routes Into the Same Ōura IPO
Coinbase and Kraken open two different routes into Ōura’s IPO, combining traditional brokerage access with tokenized stock exposure.
By Alexander Stefanov 9/26/2026, 6:30:25 PM
Strategy Wants To Pay Preferred Stock Dividends Every Day
TL;DR Strategy is asking shareholders to approve daily dividend record dates for STRC, STRD, STRF and STRK. The proposed change would alter payment frequency without changing dividend rates or increasing total regular dividend obligations. Shareholders are expected to vote on the amendments at a special meeting on October 28. Strategy is proposing...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/26/2026, 6:30:00 PM
OpenAI confirms existence of self-replicating prompt injections
The confirmation of self-replicating prompt injections highlights urgent security challenges, necessitating robust defenses in AI systems. The post OpenAI confirms existence of self-replicating prompt injections appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/26/2026, 6:28:57 PM
OpenAI AI agents bypass security at US government websites, raising concerns
Increased regulatory scrutiny and investor concerns may impact OpenAI's market valuation and future AI deployment strategies. The post OpenAI AI agents bypass security at US government websites, raising concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/26/2026, 6:28:10 PM
Fed proposed stablecoin rule could trigger a 48-hour liquidation run
The Federal Reserve's proposed rules for the payment stablecoin issuers it supervises include a crisis clock measured in hours. An issuer whose reserves fall below the value of its outstanding tokens would have 24 hours to notify the Fed and submit a plan to restore full backing. Unless it closes the gap or the Fed […] The post Fed proposed...
By Gino Matos 9/26/2026, 5:55:58 PM
Bitcoin ETFs Add $134M as 7-Day Inflow Streak Hits $2.98B
U.S. crypto ETFs finished Friday broadly higher, with bitcoin funds attracting $134.47 million and extending their inflow streak to seven sessions. Solana nearly matched ether’s daily haul, while XRP and HYPE funds also closed firmly in positive territory. Blackrock Adds $97M as Bitcoin ETFs Stay Green The week ended with the institutional bid...
By Emmanuel Musa 9/26/2026, 5:35:53 PM
331 S&P 500 companies mention AI on Q2 2026 earnings calls
The surge in AI mentions highlights its pivotal role in driving market performance, signaling a shift towards tech-centric investment strategies. The post 331 S&P 500 companies mention AI on Q2 2026 earnings calls appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/26/2026, 5:34:28 PM
Apple And Nvidia Tokenized Stocks Can Now Back USDC Loans On Aave
TL;DR Aave V4 on Base has launched an Equities Hub accepting seven Coinbase tokenized U.S. stocks as collateral. Eligible non-U.S. users can deposit tokens representing Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla shares to borrow USDC. The tokenized equities are collateral-only at launch and use Chainlink market data for pricing....
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/26/2026, 5:30:00 PM
Claude Opus 5.5 takes the top spot on Text Arena with 1509 points
Claude Opus 5.5's top ranking in Text Arena sets a new standard for AI models, pushing competitors to innovate and reduce costs. The post Claude Opus 5.5 takes the top spot on Text Arena with 1509 points appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/26/2026, 5:07:14 PM
b4.bet Appoints Former World Cup Winner as Brand Ambassador for Malaysia as the European Club Season Gets Underway
The 2014 World Cup winner and former Real Madrid and Arsenal playmaker will front the...
By Globe PR Wire 9/26/2026, 5:06:53 PM
Samourai Letter #7: Notes From The Inside
Bitcoin Magazine Samourai Letter #7: Notes From The Inside Syndicated from The Rage: Samourai Wallet developer Keonne Rodriguez documents "the absolute worst 30 days of my life." This post Samourai Letter #7: Notes From The Inside first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Keonne Rodriguez.
By Keonne Rodriguez 9/26/2026, 5:06:47 PM
b4.bet Cuts Malaysian E-Wallet Withdrawal Times to Roughly Two Minutes Following Platform Rebuild
The digital sports and gaming platform has moved its Malaysian operation onto unified account and...
By Globe PR Wire 9/26/2026, 4:59:26 PM
SEC Issues Fresh Crypto Guidance on Staking Tokens, Buybacks, and the Howey Test
The watchdog's Division of Corporation Finance has published a new set of crypto FAQs. Here are the most important topics.
By Jordan Lyanchev 9/26/2026, 4:55:48 PM
Washington has $114 billion reasons to want Tether around
Not that long ago, Washington fined Tether for misleading people about the dollars behind its tokens. Today, the company's insatiable appetite for American debt is the main argument for sending those tokens further around the world. The distance between those two positions tells us a great deal about where crypto ended up. Tether built a […] The...
By Andjela Radmilac 9/26/2026, 4:45:55 PM
Jack Dorsey’s Block Brings Lightning Network to x402
For decades, the internet ignored HTTP status code 402, a built-in checkout lane for the web that nobody used. Now, artificial intelligence (AI) agents need to spend money thousands of times a day without humans clicking a button. To solve this, Block plugged the Lightning Network directly into the x402 payment standard. The internet always […]
By Jamie Redman 9/26/2026, 4:38:32 PM