Fidelity Bitcoin ETF clients pull $125.58 million as volatile September closes
Investor sentiment remains volatile amid economic uncertainties, impacting Bitcoin ETF flows but not indicating systemic issues for Fidelity. The post Fidelity Bitcoin ETF clients pull $125.58 million as volatile September closes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/1/2026, 4:08:34 AM
Goldman Sachs shifts second Fed hike forecast to December
Goldman Sachs has delayed its forecast for a second Federal Reserve rate hike from October to December after August core PCE inflation came in near 3%, below expectations. Goldman Sachs has revised its rate forecast following the September 30 inflation…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/1/2026, 4:04:53 AM
Ripple and Stellar outlook: XRP slips, XLM rebound faces resistance amid mixed sentiment
Ripple (XRP) remains under pressure, slipping below $1.500 on Thursday while Stellar (XLM) extends its rebound, trading around $0.227 but facing resistance amid mixed market sentiment.
By N/A 10/1/2026, 3:59:52 AM
Midnight price targets June resistance after 17% surge
Midnight’s NIGHT token has climbed 17.73% to $0.03812, breaking above its rising daily channel as traders assess Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson’s forecast that the privacy-focused network could eventually surpass Zcash. TradingView’s Binance NIGHT/USDT daily chart placed the token at $0.03812…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/1/2026, 3:57:07 AM
Dragonfly’s Tom Schmidt sees synthetic dollars growing alongside tokenized assets
The growth of synthetic dollars alongside tokenized assets could reshape financial systems, offering new liquidity and investment opportunities. The post Dragonfly’s Tom Schmidt sees synthetic dollars growing alongside tokenized assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/1/2026, 3:53:36 AM
Solana Co. chairman says China will find a way to manage crypto
China's gradual shift towards crypto management could influence global regulatory approaches, balancing innovation with oversight. The post Solana Co. chairman says China will find a way to manage crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 3:52:30 AM
Peru’s electoral jury investigates foreign minister over neutrality breach
The investigation highlights the critical role of electoral neutrality in maintaining fair democratic processes and could sway public trust. The post Peru’s electoral jury investigates foreign minister over neutrality breach appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 3:36:12 AM
10 Years After Sibos Shut Ripple out, Swell Draws 1,500 Finance Leaders
XRP ETFs, stablecoin issuance, and automated payments are among the financial questions on Swell’s expanded program. Ripple’s Sept. 29 announcement connects those institutional discussions with developer sessions on privacy and scaling, alongside academic research into artificial intelligence. From Sibos Exclusion to a New York Finance Gathering...
By Kevin Helms 10/1/2026, 3:30:05 AM
CryptoQuant Warns Bitcoin Unrealized Profit Hits 21-Month High Of 54%
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 29, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for CryptoQuant Warns Bitcoin Unrealized Profit Hits 21-Month High Of 54%. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones & Context...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 3:30:00 AM
Sentora’s Morpho vaults face outflows after MetaMask security incident
The incident highlights the interconnectedness of DeFi platforms, where security issues can trigger widespread financial instability and depositor anxiety. The post Sentora’s Morpho vaults face outflows after MetaMask security incident appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 3:24:17 AM
South Korea’s exports hit a record $120.94 billion as AI chip demand surges
South Korea's export surge highlights its pivotal role in the global AI supply chain, potentially reshaping trade dynamics and economic strategies. The post South Korea’s exports hit a record $120.94 billion as AI chip demand surges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/1/2026, 3:18:26 AM
Bitcoin enters its best season after a 43% surge, with $147,000 suddenly on the math
Bitcoin is closing its strongest quarter since 2024 after leaving US stocks and gold far behind despite surging bond yields. The largest digital asset has gained about 43% in the third quarter, putting it on course for its second-best third-quarter since 2013 and its third-strongest quarterly advance since US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/1/2026, 3:10:09 AM
Tencent leases 100,000 AI chips from Oracle in five-year deal
Tencent's deal with Oracle highlights a strategic shift in AI infrastructure sourcing, emphasizing flexibility and rapid scalability in tech advancements. The post Tencent leases 100,000 AI chips from Oracle in five-year deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/1/2026, 3:09:51 AM
Binance appears to move value transfers to Solana from Tron and Ethereum
Binance's shift to Solana for value transfers could signal a broader trend towards faster, cost-effective blockchain solutions, impacting market dynamics. The post Binance appears to move value transfers to Solana from Tron and Ethereum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 2:53:10 AM
Pi Network Price Forecast: Early signs of renewed bullish momentum amid Open Standard partnership
Pi Network (PI) ticks lower on Thursday after two consecutive days of mild recovery, testing the 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) at $0.0917.
By N/A 10/1/2026, 2:51:42 AM
Saylor Says Strategy, Strive Can Win Share of $318.5T With Bitcoin
Bitcoin finance is competing for allocations within global equity and debt markets totaling $318.5 trillion, according to Michael Saylor. He argues that responsible rivals can strengthen shared demand, improve funding conditions, and attract more investors. Saylor Looks Beyond Rivals to Global Capital Markets Investors could gain more choices as...
By Kevin Helms 10/1/2026, 2:30:38 AM
Upbit Operator Dunamu Unveils Strategic Plan For International Expansion
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Upbit Operator Dunamu Unveils Strategic Plan For International Expansion. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones & Context...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 2:30:00 AM
Donald Trump cuts health care funding, impacting Californians, per Xavier Becerra
The funding cuts may strain California's budget, influence public opinion on tax policies, and impact health coverage for millions. The post Donald Trump cuts health care funding, impacting Californians, per Xavier Becerra appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 2:29:38 AM
Orca’s legal chief says SEC exemption lets DeFi test its efficiency claims
The SEC's exemption could redefine DeFi's role in financial markets, influencing future regulatory frameworks and market dynamics by 2031. The post Orca’s legal chief says SEC exemption lets DeFi test its efficiency claims appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 2:11:04 AM
Florida judge orders Fundsz promoters to pay over $30 million in crypto fraud case
The ruling highlights the critical need for stringent oversight in crypto markets to protect investors and deter fraudulent schemes. The post Florida judge orders Fundsz promoters to pay over $30 million in crypto fraud case appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 2:08:41 AM
Hegseth taps Musk, Luckey and Gingrich to lead Pentagon warfare study
The involvement of tech leaders in Pentagon strategy may accelerate military innovation but raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest. The post Hegseth taps Musk, Luckey and Gingrich to lead Pentagon warfare study appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/1/2026, 2:04:25 AM
Kraken Completes Acquisition Of TradeStation Crypto Infrastructure Assets
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Kraken Completes Acquisition Of TradeStation Crypto Infrastructure Assets. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones & Context...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 2:00:00 AM
LeveX Launches Social Copy Trading: Copy Shared Futures Trades in One Tap
LeveX has launched Social Copy Trading, which turns futures trades shared on its social Feed into ready-to-place orders. When a trader posts a position to the Feed, other traders can copy it with a single Quick Copy Trade button, adjust it, and open the same trade on their own account in seconds. The feature went live on the LeveX web platform on...
By Sponsored Content 10/1/2026, 2:00:00 AM
Grayscale: XRP’s Near-6% Bitcoin Valuation Sets a Benchmark for Zcash
XRP is valued at nearly 6% of bitcoin’s market capitalization, a level Grayscale cites as context for how far rival digital currencies can grow. Zcash rose from under 0.1% to about 1.5% of bitcoin’s value in a year, and the firm says it has not hit a valuation ceiling. XRP, Zcash, and Litecoin Share Bitcoin’s […]
By Kevin Helms 10/1/2026, 1:30:53 AM
Ethereum ETFs Break 7-Day Inflow Streak While Spot Bitcoin Funds Retain Demand
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Ethereum ETFs Break 7-Day Inflow Streak While Spot Bitcoin Funds Retain Demand. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones &...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 1:30:00 AM
New Bitcoin upgrade catches hidden key leaks hiding the exact fix
BIP461 would make compliant ECDSA signatures reproducible, enabling comparisons that flag deviations without proving malicious firmware. The post New Bitcoin upgrade catches hidden key leaks hiding the exact fix appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/1/2026, 1:20:32 AM
Most Americans back AI safety benchmarks even if progress slows, poll finds
Public demand for AI safety could reshape industry priorities, emphasizing regulation and trust, potentially impacting innovation dynamics. The post Most Americans back AI safety benchmarks even if progress slows, poll finds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/1/2026, 1:20:26 AM
Bybit releases 40th proof-of-reserves report as covered assets reach $19.6 billion
Bybit's expanded proof-of-reserves boosts transparency, potentially enhancing trust and stability in the volatile crypto exchange market. The post Bybit releases 40th proof-of-reserves report as covered assets reach $19.6 billion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 1:17:56 AM
CFTC seeks to define event contracts as swaps amid prediction market fight
The classification could assist the CFTC’s claim that it has exclusive federal jurisdiction over event contracts offered on regulated prediction markets.
By Felix Ng 10/1/2026, 1:07:46 AM
WisdomTree Deploys Tokenized Real World Asset Funds Natively On Arbitrum
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for WisdomTree Deploys Tokenized Real World Asset Funds Natively On Arbitrum. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones & Context...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Bitcoin Privacy Breakthrough a Zcash Killer? | Misha Komorov, Alloc Innit
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Privacy Breakthrough a Zcash Killer? | Misha Komorov, Alloc Innit Misha Komarov explains Shielded Bitcoin—a proposed ZK privacy protocol using Bitcoin PIPEs to hide transactions with no soft fork needed. This post Bitcoin Privacy Breakthrough a Zcash Killer? | Misha Komorov, Alloc Innit first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine...
By Patrick Green 10/1/2026, 12:57:35 AM
Anthropic to invest $518B in cloud, data centers over next decade
Anthropic's massive investment signals a strategic push to dominate AI infrastructure, potentially reshaping market dynamics and valuations. The post Anthropic to invest $518B in cloud, data centers over next decade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 12:55:57 AM
Bitcoin’s Institutional Era Has Arrived | Robinhood VP of Crypto Institutions Nicola White
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin’s Institutional Era Has Arrived | Robinhood VP of Crypto Institutions Nicola White Robinhood VP Nicola White explains how 10x crypto perpetual futures arrived in the US and why Robinhood is pushing for 24/7 global markets. This post Bitcoin’s Institutional Era Has Arrived | Robinhood VP of Crypto Institutions Nicola White...
By Patrick Green 10/1/2026, 12:52:03 AM
Mark Moss: The Bitcoin Endgame – BTC to $1 Million by 2030
Bitcoin Magazine Mark Moss: The Bitcoin Endgame – BTC to $1 Million by 2030 Mark Moss explains why Bitcoin keeps climbing post-Fed rate hike, benefiting from both currency debasement and a booming tech future. This post Mark Moss: The Bitcoin Endgame – BTC to $1 Million by 2030 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Patrick Green.
By Patrick Green 10/1/2026, 12:45:15 AM
ESMA calls for expanded powers to enforce EU crypto regulations
ESMA's push for stronger enforcement powers could enhance investor protection but may increase compliance costs for crypto firms in the EU. The post ESMA calls for expanded powers to enforce EU crypto regulations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 12:44:02 AM
Why CLARITY Act's failure is beneficial for crypto — Bitwise
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan stated Wednesday that the crypto market has rallied since the US Senate failed to advance the CLARITY Act, arguing that the legislation’s collapse allowed regulators to move faster on industry rules.
By N/A 10/1/2026, 12:37:32 AM
Uphold Adds XRP, Bitcoin Inheritance, Citing $331 Billion Stranded
Passing cryptocurrency to an heir requires both legal ownership and a way to authorize transactions. A new service addresses that gap as its provider cites roughly $331 billion in estimated stranded holdings linked to deaths or missing credentials. Uphold Vault Users Get a $19.99 Monthly Inheritance Option Crypto holders can arrange for a named...
By Kevin Helms 10/1/2026, 12:30:40 AM
Quote.Trade Releases V6 AI-Powered Dark Pool DEX & Alpha Trading League
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 29, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Quote.Trade Releases V6 AI-Powered Dark Pool DEX & Alpha Trading League. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones & Context...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 12:30:00 AM
DOJ investigates Texas Majority PAC over alleged vote-buying claims
The DOJ probe into Texas Majority PAC could destabilize Democratic strategies, impacting election dynamics and market confidence in Texas. The post DOJ investigates Texas Majority PAC over alleged vote-buying claims appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 12:17:04 AM
MetaMask exits Ethereum validators amid undisclosed security incident
MetaMask said it is investigating the threat internally and said it has found no immediate threat to its wallets.
By Felix Ng 10/1/2026, 12:15:55 AM
China enacts strict regulations on AI relationships to curb emotional dependency
China's AI regulations may set a global precedent, influencing how nations balance technological innovation with mental health safeguards. The post China enacts strict regulations on AI relationships to curb emotional dependency appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/1/2026, 12:11:56 AM
AvengerDAO Security Marketplace grows to 17 firms after adding six new security providers
The expansion of AvengerDAO's marketplace enhances security options, potentially boosting developer confidence and attracting more investment to BNB Chain. The post AvengerDAO Security Marketplace grows to 17 firms after adding six new security providers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 12:06:51 AM
Kalshi nears roughly $1 billion raise at about $40 billion valuation ahead of possible IPO
Kalshi's rapid valuation growth highlights the potential and regulatory risks of prediction markets, especially in sports-related trading. The post Kalshi nears roughly $1 billion raise at about $40 billion valuation ahead of possible IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 12:04:56 AM
Near Protocol (NEAR), Hyperliquid (HYPE), Ethereum (ETH) and XRP Price Analysis for October 1: Unexpected Turnaround on Crypto Market
The crypto market remains broadly bullish, although momentum is becoming increasingly uneven as some assets consolidate or correct after September’s strong gains.
By Arman Shirinyan 10/1/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Solana Validator Codebase Tag v2.1.0 Released On Testnet
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Solana Validator Codebase Tag v2.1.0 Released On Testnet. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones & Context According to...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 12:00:00 AM
MetaMask Staking exits its Lido validators following a security incident
MetaMask's exit from Lido validators highlights the critical need for robust security measures in decentralized finance to prevent future risks. The post MetaMask Staking exits its Lido validators following a security incident appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/30/2026, 11:48:37 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: Leverage capital cools to lowest level since March amid consolidation
Ethereum (ETH) remains range-bound on Wednesday, with leverage capital continuing to dwindle despite lower-than-expected inflation data.
By N/A 9/30/2026, 11:41:42 PM
California signs first-in-the-nation laws putting guardrails on AI bosses
California's AI regulations could set a precedent, prompting other states to adopt similar measures, impacting AI deployment in workplaces nationwide. The post California signs first-in-the-nation laws putting guardrails on AI bosses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 11:41:42 PM
MSCI Rule Puts Strategy at Risk, Says Bitcoin Policy Institute Paper
A private index committee that never touches investor cash can still trigger billions of dollars in stock trades. A new Bitcoin Policy Institute paper says MSCI’s proposed test could eject Strategy, Metaplanet, and uranium holder Yellow Cake from major indexes, while an earlier estimate put potential Strategy selling at $2.8 billion from...
By Jamie Redman 9/30/2026, 11:30:20 PM
SBI Holdings, Mesh & Money Forward Form Japan Joint Venture For Stablecoin Payments
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for SBI Holdings, Mesh & Money Forward Form Japan Joint Venture For Stablecoin Payments. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones &...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/30/2026, 11:30:00 PM