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An $84 million US asset seizure just sparked a massive question for Tether
An $84 million US asset seizure just sparked a massive question for Tether

Court records identify Capstone-held accounts, while Tether has not disclosed whether its bank balance belongs to USDT reserves. The post An $84 million US asset seizure just sparked a massive question for Tether appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Bitfinex reports massive surge in ETH short positions as bearish bets pile up
Bitfinex reports massive surge in ETH short positions as bearish bets pile up

The surge in ETH short positions on Bitfinex could lead to heightened market volatility, potentially triggering a significant short squeeze. The post Bitfinex reports massive surge in ETH short positions as bearish bets pile up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Zcash (ZEC) To Hit $5,000 By The End Of 2026: Co-founder
Zcash (ZEC) To Hit $5,000 By The End Of 2026: Co-founder

Zcash co-founder has unveiled an ambitious price target for the private cryptocurrency by the end of the current calendar year.

Apollo Warns AI Could Trigger Mass Deposit Flight From US Banks – Here’s Why
Apollo Warns AI Could Trigger Mass Deposit Flight From US Banks – Here’s Why

A major Wall Street firm is warning that AI money agents could trigger mass deposit flight from US banks. Apollo Global Management chief economist Torsten Slok says Muse and similar agentic AI assistants could soon begin to automatically move household bank balances into higher-paying accounts. Slok’s Daily Spark note asks whether an “agentic bank...

Solana’s plan for fairer trades stalls as block producers still choose which orders get in
Solana’s plan for fairer trades stalls as block producers still choose which orders get in

SIMD-0649 would police priority within batches, while leaders would retain control over inclusion and batch boundaries. The post Solana’s plan for fairer trades stalls as block producers still choose which orders get in appeared first on CryptoSlate.

XRP ETFs Attract $75M in a Week as SOL Funds Hit New 2026 High
XRP ETFs Attract $75M in a Week as SOL Funds Hit New 2026 High

Friday was particularly good day for the financial vehicles tracking both assets, especially SOL.

AI reshapes software budgets as upstarts gain, established firms cut prices
AI reshapes software budgets as upstarts gain, established firms cut prices

AI-driven budget shifts may redefine market dynamics, favoring agile upstarts and pressuring established firms to innovate pricing models. The post AI reshapes software budgets as upstarts gain, established firms cut prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Gavin Newsom signs law banning public officials from issuing meme coins
Gavin Newsom signs law banning public officials from issuing meme coins

California's new law could set a precedent for stricter crypto regulations, impacting how digital assets are managed and perceived nationwide. The post Gavin Newsom signs law banning public officials from issuing meme coins appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Meta’s Muse aims to regain consumer trust amid aggressive AI push

Meta's Muse could redefine AI consumer engagement, potentially restoring trust and diversifying revenue beyond advertising reliance. The post Meta’s Muse aims to regain consumer trust amid aggressive AI push appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Hunter Biden Says $LAPTOP Memecoin Still Has Significant Value Despite 99.5% Collapse
Hunter Biden Says $LAPTOP Memecoin Still Has Significant Value Despite 99.5% Collapse

Hunter Biden has defended his controversial $LAPTOP memecoin after the token collapsed dramatically shortly after launch.

California Bank Abruptly Shuttered in Sixth Bank Failure of 2026
California Bank Abruptly Shuttered in Sixth Bank Failure of 2026

California regulators closed Irvine’s Nano Banc on Sep 25, 2026; FDIC named receiver; Sunwest Bank assumes substantially all deposits; ~$736M assets / ~$686M deposits; DIF cost ~$114M. The post California Bank Abruptly Shuttered in Sixth Bank Failure of 2026 appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

China considers allowing ByteDance, Alibaba to purchase Nvidia chips
China considers allowing ByteDance, Alibaba to purchase Nvidia chips

China's potential approval for chip purchases could reshape tech dynamics, balancing regulatory compliance with strategic tech advancements. The post China considers allowing ByteDance, Alibaba to purchase Nvidia chips appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Anthropic clashes with US administration over AI regulatory oversight
Anthropic clashes with US administration over AI regulatory oversight

The Anthropic-US administration dispute highlights the tension between AI innovation and regulation, potentially affecting market valuations. The post Anthropic clashes with US administration over AI regulatory oversight appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin To Hit $300,000 By 2029, Says Fidelity Global Macro‬
Bitcoin To Hit $300,000 By 2029, Says Fidelity Global Macro‬

Bitcoin price predictions are rolling in as the market prepares to enter the 4th quarter. Market participants are largely bullish in the near term and long term. One such market player with an ultra-bullish Bitcoin prediction is Jurrien Timmer, Director of Global Macro at Fidelity. In a post shared with his 221,000 followers, the Fidelity...

Pump Fun is not authorized to solicit some Canadian investors, AMF warns
Pump Fun is not authorized to solicit some Canadian investors, AMF warns

The September 25 alert flags the platform’s registration status without announcing a website ban or wallet-access change. The post Pump Fun is not authorized to solicit some Canadian investors, AMF warns appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Iran’s crypto mining consumes 14% of the country’s electricity deficit, parliamentary report finds
Iran’s crypto mining consumes 14% of the country’s electricity deficit, parliamentary report finds

Iran's crypto mining exacerbates energy shortages, impacting citizens' access to essential services and highlighting resource allocation issues. The post Iran’s crypto mining consumes 14% of the country’s electricity deficit, parliamentary report finds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

“The Crash Is Coming,” Prominent Analyst Warns XRP Holders of Trouble Ahead — But a $30 Moonshot Could Follow
“The Crash Is Coming,” Prominent Analyst Warns XRP Holders of Trouble Ahead — But a $30 Moonshot Could Follow

XRP holders are staring down a wildly contrasting market outlook. Crypto analyst Egrag Crypto is warning that “the crash is coming,”

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Meme Coin Ban for California Officials Signed by Governor

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a new law banning state and local public officials from issuing meme coins.

Thorchain Faces Heat as Bitget Hack Revives Bybit Controversy
Thorchain Faces Heat as Bitget Hack Revives Bybit Controversy

Following the Bitget hack, which saw $387.5 million siphoned from the centralized exchange (CEX), CEO Gracy Chen took to social media to formally request that Thorchain deny service to addresses linked to the attacker. Thorchain subsequently pushed back, likening the request to asking bitcoin miners to cease mining in an effort to thwart hackers,...

FTX’s unliquidated investments would be worth $206B today, highlighting the cost of a fire sale
FTX’s unliquidated investments would be worth $206B today, highlighting the cost of a fire sale

FTX's fire sale highlights the need for innovative bankruptcy strategies to maximize asset value and creditor recovery in volatile markets. The post FTX’s unliquidated investments would be worth $206B today, highlighting the cost of a fire sale appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

UK warns of significant concern over potential US diesel export ban
UK warns of significant concern over potential US diesel export ban

A potential US diesel export ban could disrupt UK energy stability, leading to supply shortages and price hikes, affecting economic resilience. The post UK warns of significant concern over potential US diesel export ban appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Ethereum Really Not Just Blockchain Anymore, Founder Vitalik Declares

Ethereum's founder shares updates on upcoming upgrades that will advance Ethereum beyond just a blockchain technology.

Cosmos intercepts 1.23 million stolen ATOM but refunds now wait on governance vote
Cosmos intercepts 1.23 million stolen ATOM but refunds now wait on governance vote

Validators secured one Hub-side balance, but the custody signers say a Neutron recovery plan and passed Hub proposal must precede its release. The post Cosmos intercepts 1.23 million stolen ATOM but refunds now wait on governance vote appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Bitcoin ETF Comeback: $2.4B Week Flips Year-to-Date Flows Positive
Bitcoin ETF Comeback: $2.4B Week Flips Year-to-Date Flows Positive

The ETH ETFs also had a strong week, attracting nearly $700 million.

Same Name, Different Company: Blockstream Addresses $6.7M River Lawsuit
Same Name, Different Company: Blockstream Addresses $6.7M River Lawsuit

According to court filings, River Financial sued Blockstream Services Canada ULC on Sept. 11 for $6.7 million on a canceled contract. Headlines shared on X said Blockstream was the defendant. However, Blockstream Corp stated on Saturday that the U.S. and Canada services firms have not been under its ownership or management since mid-2024, and...

Peter Brandt Says XRP Charts Alone Give Him Reason to Make a Bet
Peter Brandt Says XRP Charts Alone Give Him Reason to Make a Bet

Veteran trader Peter Brandt sees a potential XRP bet in its long-term price pattern, even as he questions unquestioning loyalty to the token. His Sept. 26 image places that view alongside a more recent retreat. Brandt Sees an XRP Bet Without Joining Its Devoted Following XRP’s price history remains compelling to Peter Brandt even as […]

Wazz traces 53 Robinhood Chain token launches to $18M rug-pull syndicate
Wazz traces 53 Robinhood Chain token launches to $18M rug-pull syndicate

The exposure of this syndicate underscores the urgent need for enhanced transparency and regulation in decentralized finance to protect investors. The post Wazz traces 53 Robinhood Chain token launches to $18M rug-pull syndicate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Riot Platforms Is Rewriting the Role of Bitcoin on Its Balance Sheet

Riot Platforms repays its $200M Coinbase facility, freeing collateral as its data center financing strategy evolves.

Bitget freezes XRP withdrawals as 27M stolen tokens move
Bitget freezes XRP withdrawals as 27M stolen tokens move

XRP withdrawals remained disabled on Sept. 26, while Bitquery's dated trace shows tokens moving onward without a measured spot-market sale. The post Bitget freezes XRP withdrawals as 27M stolen tokens move appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Fidelity Director Highlights Power Law Math Pointing to Bitcoin $300,000 by 2029
Fidelity Director Highlights Power Law Math Pointing to Bitcoin $300,000 by 2029

Fidelity's Director of Global Macro is citing Bitcoin's power law math to signal a new cyclical bull market underway after holding $60k, with a $300k target projected for 2029. The post Fidelity Director Highlights Power Law Math Pointing to Bitcoin $300,000 by 2029 appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

Intel stock surges over 40% in September, raising valuation concerns
Intel stock surges over 40% in September, raising valuation concerns

Intel's stock surge highlights potential overvaluation risks, emphasizing the need for sustained growth and profitability to justify high multiples. The post Intel stock surges over 40% in September, raising valuation concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Zano Wipes 1 Month of History to Fix Massive Crypto Inflation Bug
Zano Wipes 1 Month of History to Fix Massive Crypto Inflation Bug

While the Zano team first announced that the proposed rollback to fix an inflation bug would roll the chain back a day, a new statement stressed that the chain had already been rolled back to block height 3,833,000, erasing a month of transaction history. Zano Rolls Back One Month of Chain History to Fix Inflation […]

Senator Heinrich disputes White House claim on permitting reform agreement
Senator Heinrich disputes White House claim on permitting reform agreement

The ongoing dispute highlights potential delays in legislative progress, impacting energy project timelines and market expectations. The post Senator Heinrich disputes White House claim on permitting reform agreement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ripple News: Why Ripple’s CLO Says CLARITY Act’s Fate Doesn’t Matter For XRP
Ripple News: Why Ripple’s CLO Says CLARITY Act’s Fate Doesn’t Matter For XRP

Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty said XRP has already secured the regulatory clarity most of the crypto industry is still fighting for, independent of whether Congress ever passes the CLARITY Act. That certainty, he said, came through two separate paths. The outcome of Ripple’s own SEC lawsuit, and a joint SEC-CFTC guidance confirming...

SEC staff’s staking-token split spotlights the exit risks behind staked ETH tokens
SEC staff’s staking-token split spotlights the exit risks behind staked ETH tokens

Its conditional categories do not classify either product. Coinbase terms and Lido's withdrawal queue govern the practical route back to ETH. The post SEC staff’s staking-token split spotlights the exit risks behind staked ETH tokens appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Vitalik Buterin Says Ethereum Is Becoming More Than a Blockchain

Vitalik Buterin maps Ethereum’s shift toward a cryptographic world computer built on proofs, parallel computation and privacy.

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Shiba Inu Nears 88 Trillion Threshold as Recovery Stalls

Shiba Inu bear traders might be taking over the market as the number of SHIB available for sale on exchanges is nearing 88 trillion.

Bitcoin Price Analysis: Key Support Levels and Liquidity Clusters to Watch This Week
Bitcoin Price Analysis: Key Support Levels and Liquidity Clusters to Watch This Week

Bitcoin is attempting to recover after its latest rejection from the $86K-$87.3K supply area. While the broader structure remains constructive, BTC still needs to reclaim this overhead zone to confirm another leg higher, with liquidity positioned on both sides of the market. Bitcoin Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, Bitcoin...

Peter Brandt Predicts $8,600 ETH, Coinbase Adds IPO Share Trading, And More – Week In Review
Peter Brandt Predicts $8,600 ETH, Coinbase Adds IPO Share Trading, And More – Week In Review

This week’s stories spanned politics, markets, Bitcoin history and exchange expansion. Trump-linked accounts bought MSTR near its lows before an 80% rebound, while Peter Brandt said ETH could reach $8,600 after clearing $5,000. Bitquery estimated Satoshi’s stash at 1.17 million BTC, Coinbase opened IPO allocations to U.S. retail investors, and...

OpenAI and Anthropic investigate tens of thousands of AI security incidents
OpenAI and Anthropic investigate tens of thousands of AI security incidents

The extensive AI security breaches highlight the urgent need for robust safety protocols and collaborative oversight to mitigate future risks. The post OpenAI and Anthropic investigate tens of thousands of AI security incidents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Bitcoin Price Forecast: Can BTC USD Hit $90K Ahead of October’s FOMC Meeting?

The current Bitcoin price forecast highlights that it is entering the final days of September with strong momentum, though BTC has paused after reaching an eight-month high above $87,000 earlier this week. CoinGecko currently prices Bitcoin around $84,400, up about +5.5% over the past seven days. Daily trading volume for BTC USD sits at $21.6Bn,...

New Bitcoin proposal rescues locked multisig wallets – At a hidden cost
New Bitcoin proposal rescues locked multisig wallets – At a hidden cost

Its proposed descriptor backup could aid recovery, while an eligible xpub already known to a server may expose the encrypted file's metadata. The post New Bitcoin proposal rescues locked multisig wallets – At a hidden cost appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Ripple Heads to Seoul: Korea's Banking Giants Set for XRP Spotlight

Korea’s banking giants to take stage at upcoming XRP event.

Ripple Price Analysis: XRP Tests Critical Resistance as Bullish Structure Holds
Ripple Price Analysis: XRP Tests Critical Resistance as Bullish Structure Holds

XRP remains in a constructive short-term structure after rebounding sharply from its recent correction. However, the asset is now approaching the same major overhead supply region that has repeatedly capped upside momentum, making the next move around $1.60 particularly important. Ripple Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, XRP...

Vitalik Buterin outlines Ethereum’s ambitious roadmap to 2030
Vitalik Buterin outlines Ethereum’s ambitious roadmap to 2030

Ethereum's ambitious roadmap could redefine its scalability and security, potentially boosting long-term market confidence and value. The post Vitalik Buterin outlines Ethereum’s ambitious roadmap to 2030 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Crypto trader turns $870 into $312,000 in 5 hours
Crypto trader turns $870 into $312,000 in 5 hours

A Solana (SOL) memecoin trader turned an $870 investment into more than $312,000 in just five hours after buying into … Continue reading The post Crypto trader turns $870 into $312,000 in 5 hours appeared first on Finbold.

Arizona Courts Cyberattack May Have Exposed Personal Data of Many Residents
Arizona Courts Cyberattack May Have Exposed Personal Data of Many Residents

Arizona court leaders say a cyberattack by criminal hackers or bots likely copied personal information about many residents, with notifications underway. The post Arizona Courts Cyberattack May Have Exposed Personal Data of Many Residents appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

Vitalik Buterin maps Ethereum’s shift beyond a blockchain in sweeping 2030 vision
Vitalik Buterin maps Ethereum’s shift beyond a blockchain in sweeping 2030 vision

Buterin wants Ethereum to do far more work without forcing every computer on the network to repeat the same calculations.

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Ethereum's Glamsterdam Upgrade in Final Stretch, Here Are Key Dates to Watch

Ethereum’s Glamsterdam upgrade nears final mile with key October date being watched.

Micron could surpass Nvidia as top driver of S&P 500 profit growth
Micron could surpass Nvidia as top driver of S&P 500 profit growth

Micron's rapid growth and strategic positioning in AI memory could reshape tech sector dynamics, challenging established market leaders. The post Micron could surpass Nvidia as top driver of S&P 500 profit growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.