SpaceX + Tesla “Super Merger” Could Create a 30,221 BTC Corporate Giant
Beyond the massive valuation, the merger would create a single corporate entity that owns roughly 30,221 BTC, worth about $2.47 billion.
By Talha Arshad 10/22/2026, 9:32:59 PM
Extended completes migration to Circle’s Arc with USDC and cirBTC collateral
The migration to Arc could enhance liquidity and efficiency in the decentralized exchange market, potentially boosting USDC and cirBTC adoption. The post Extended completes migration to Circle’s Arc with USDC and cirBTC collateral appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/22/2026, 9:27:23 PM
Solana Takes a Giant Leap With Its Biggest Network Upgrade Since 2020: Why Alpenglow Has SOL Bulls Excited
Solana (SOL) is entering a potentially game-changing chapter as Alpenglow, its biggest network upgrade since 2020, officially goes live.
By Brenda Ngari 10/22/2026, 9:24:58 PM
Circle Shareholder Sues Trump, Alleging Unconstitutional Profits From $2B UAE Crypto Deals
Bitcoin Magazine Circle Shareholder Sues Trump, Alleging Unconstitutional Profits From $2B UAE Crypto Deals A shareholder of stablecoin giant Circle has alleged the president corruptly cashed in on crypto deals. This post Circle Shareholder Sues Trump, Alleging Unconstitutional Profits From $2B UAE Crypto Deals first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine...
By Mathew Di Salvo 10/22/2026, 9:23:58 PM
OCC drops proposed affiliate rewards presumption, but stablecoin yield ban stays
The final GENIUS Act rule leaves linked issuer and third-party rewards subject to review and gives existing programs no grandfathering. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/22/2026, 9:20:12 PM
OpenSea faces push for Bitcoin Ordinals and Runes trading support
Bitcoin Ordinals and Runes supporters have renewed calls for native trading on OpenSea after Leonidas shared a comment attributed to a company marketer saying community feedback helps shape its product roadmap. Leonidas, in posts dated Oct. 21 and Oct. 22,…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 9:19:53 PM
US Treasury proposes rules to block American investments in AI and semiconductors
The proposed rules could reshape global tech investment strategies, impacting US competitiveness and international tech collaborations. The post US Treasury proposes rules to block American investments in AI and semiconductors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 9:14:38 PM
AWS launches SageMaker Training Sessions for custom AI model training
AWS's new feature empowers developers with enhanced control over AI model training, potentially accelerating innovation and reducing operational burdens. The post AWS launches SageMaker Training Sessions for custom AI model training appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 9:14:34 PM
HIVE pours over $250 million into Paraguay data centers near the Itaipú Dam
HIVE's investment in Paraguay could significantly boost local economic growth and strengthen US-Paraguay relations, but it risks over-reliance on local policies. The post HIVE pours over $250 million into Paraguay data centers near the Itaipú Dam appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/22/2026, 9:13:47 PM
Circle launches hourly USDC Match auctions for Mint customers
Circle says eligible Mint customers can now match USDC mint and redemption orders in hourly auctions with rebates and capped redemption fees. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 9:12:43 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: ETH dips below $2,400 as exchange reserves fall
Ethereum (ETH) drops below $2,400 on Thursday as renewed US-Iran crisis tensions and AI-related spending pressured the crypto market.
By N/A 10/22/2026, 9:12:30 PM
Ripple Teams With Arf to Bring RLUSD Lending to XRP Ledger
Ripple and Arf are bringing RLUSD, Ripple’s dollar-pegged stablecoin, to settlement financing on the XRP Ledger. The partnership targets licensed payment companies awaiting cross-border settlements, with plans to adopt lending infrastructure built directly into the network. Payment Companies Gain Another Source of Settlement Funding Licensed...
By Kevin Helms 10/22/2026, 9:10:47 PM
Google’s Updated UAE Crypto Advertising Rules Take Effect
Google’s updated rules for UAE-targeted crypto exchange and wallet ads took effect October 21. Advertisers need an accepted local license and Google certification; the policy is not blanket permission for all crypto promotions.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 9:10:00 PM
JPMorgan's Tokenized Money Market Funds Go Live on Solana
Wall Street giant JPMorgan has expanded its tokenization push by bringing two money market funds to the Solana blockchain.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/22/2026, 9:03:02 PM
NRCC targets Trone Garriott’s record in Iowa’s 3rd District race
The NRCC's critique could sway voter perceptions, impacting Trone Garriott's campaign dynamics in a tightly contested race. The post NRCC targets Trone Garriott’s record in Iowa’s 3rd District race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 8:58:44 PM
TRON settles $2.21T in Q3 stablecoins as payment split stays unclear
TRON has processed $2.21 trillion in stablecoin settlement during the third quarter of 2026, up 5.1% from the previous quarter, Nansen has reported. Nansen’s Oct. 21 report puts successful network transactions at 1.0748 billion for July through September, averaging 11.68…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 8:51:20 PM
Dune launches real-time data feeds covering 200 onchain trading venues
The new service aims to bring onchain trading data into institutional financial systems as tokenized stock markets expand and face growing scrutiny.
By Nate Kostar 10/22/2026, 8:36:00 PM
DeFi Giant Uniswap Taps 7 Rival Liquidity Sources to Burn UNI Tokens
The decentralized exchange (DEX) platform Uniswap has turned DEX competitors into potential revenue sources for its UNI token-burning mechanism. Launched Thursday, Aggregator Hooks connect seven external liquidity sources covering more than 90% of decentralized exchange activity across Ethereum, Base, and Robinhood Chain. The upgrade allows...
By Jamie Redman 10/22/2026, 8:30:44 PM
Zcash Foundation Details Zebra Sync Fixes Ahead Of NU7 Release
The Zcash Foundation says it merged fixes for Zebra nodes that stopped syncing near the chain tip. The October 21 update places the work ahead of a stable NU7 release and reminds operators of the older client’s approaching stop date.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 8:30:00 PM
OpenAI nears $30B funding round at $1.2T valuation
OpenAI's potential funding boost could enhance its competitive edge, attract major investors, and bolster IPO prospects by 2026. The post OpenAI nears $30B funding round at $1.2T valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 8:25:55 PM
OpenAI sets a deadline to gather signatures by the end of next week
OpenAI's urgent signature drive highlights the growing emphasis on collaborative cyber defense and regulatory frameworks in AI governance. The post OpenAI sets a deadline to gather signatures by the end of next week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 8:25:44 PM
Solana’s Reflect launches stablecoin creation in one transaction
Reflect has launched Create on Solana, offering users a way to issue a branded yield-bearing stablecoin in one transaction and choose how interest is divided among holders. Reflect said its new tool lets users select collateral from a reviewed set,…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 8:25:34 PM
OpenAI seeks UAE compute capacity amid new financing round: CNBC
OpenAI's expansion in compute capacity and investor backing could significantly enhance its competitive edge and operational resilience. The post OpenAI seeks UAE compute capacity amid new financing round: CNBC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 8:23:51 PM
Railway urges credential resets as investigator alleges $371,000 crypto theft
The platform urged all users to replace stored credentials, while @tayvano_ separately alleged roughly $371,000 in cryptocurrency theft. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/22/2026, 8:20:13 PM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Sam Bourgi 10/22/2026, 8:09:59 PM
Google DeepMind and UPenn build AI text detectors that show their work
Auditable AI text detectors could enhance transparency and accountability in decision-making processes across various sectors. The post Google DeepMind and UPenn build AI text detectors that show their work appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 8:09:03 PM
XRP Ledger’s Latest Fix Pushed to November After Voting Setback
XRPL's bug fix was nearly ready to go live, but a brief voting dip reset the 14-day countdown.
By Chayanika Deka 10/22/2026, 8:06:16 PM
JPMorgan brings 2 tokenized money market funds to Solana for US investors
J.P. Morgan Asset Management has brought two tokenized money market funds, MONY and JLTXX, to Solana for qualified U.S. investors through its Morgan Money platform. J.P. Morgan Asset Management said investors can subscribe and redeem through Morgan Money, with token…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 8:02:24 PM
OpenAI opens Decisions API in public beta for fast typed outputs
OpenAI says its Decisions API is in public beta, offering typed outputs for classification, routing and scoring across text and images. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 8:01:45 PM
Tech giant LG CNS taps Chainlink to scale Korea’s tokenized finance and stablecoin markets
The partnership could accelerate Korea's digital finance evolution, enhancing global competitiveness and fostering secure, interoperable systems. The post Tech giant LG CNS taps Chainlink to scale Korea’s tokenized finance and stablecoin markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/22/2026, 8:00:19 PM
Starknet Moves Toward Post-Quantum Layer 1 as Voters Back Ethereum Split
Starknet is taking its first formal steps toward potentially becoming an independent, quantum-resistant Layer 1 blockchain, following a community vote that overwhelmingly supported researching a departure from its current role as an Ethereum Layer 2 network. STRK Holders Approve Layer 1 Exploration The Starknet Foundation announced Thursday that...
By Andrew Hayward 10/22/2026, 7:55:00 PM
Blockchain Association Presses Congress on Crypto Taxes as Clarity Act Stalls
Bitcoin Magazine Blockchain Association Presses Congress on Crypto Taxes as Clarity Act Stalls The Blockchain Association asked congressional leaders Thursday to pass bipartisan crypto tax legislation, but with the Clarity Act near dead, the House bill stripped of mining and staking relief, and Congress out until after the midterms, the ask lands...
By Micah Zimmerman 10/22/2026, 7:51:11 PM
Bitwise Asks SEC To Protect Funds Relying On Token Status Filings
Bitwise filed a supplemental SEC comment seeking clearer protection for firms that rely on token-status filings. The October 21 letter develops its earlier proposal; it is an industry request, not an adopted rule.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 7:50:00 PM
Earn 1.5% Daily on USDT – Fully Audited, Zero Admin Keys – Binance Smart Chain
How a Verified Smart Contract is Changing DeFi Yield Generation A revolutionary smart contract called NOX FUND has just launched on BNB Smart Chain, and it’s already paying users guaranteed 1.5% daily returns on USDT deposits with complete transparency and zero possibility of admin interference. Here’s why thousands are already depositing: the...
By Bitcoinist 10/22/2026, 7:48:20 PM
OpenAI makes its Decisions API generally available at $0.10 per million input tokens
OpenAI's Decisions API democratizes high-speed decision-making, potentially transforming industries reliant on rapid data processing. The post OpenAI makes its Decisions API generally available at $0.10 per million input tokens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 7:47:43 PM
Bybit Secures Full Dubai Licence for Spot Trading, but Derivatives Remain Out of Reach
Bybit has secured full regulatory clearance in Dubai for spot trading, but the exchange’s core business - crypto derivatives - remains on the waiting list. While rivals Binance and OKX already hold local derivative permissions under the emirate's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), Bybit’s newly activated licence limits its local footprint...
By Tanya Chepkova 10/22/2026, 7:45:00 PM
Reflect Money launches Create for custom yield-bearing stablecoins on Solana
Reflect Money's Create tool could revolutionize stablecoin utility on Solana, potentially transforming idle assets into active revenue streams. The post Reflect Money launches Create for custom yield-bearing stablecoins on Solana appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/22/2026, 7:44:43 PM
PEPE Coin’s 6% Jump Met With Huge Liquidation Scare
Pepe’s price defies the general market trend with no big-time announcements at-hand & huge liquidations. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 10/22/2026, 7:42:00 PM
Winklevoss PAC moves into Texas Senate race with $81K ad buy
While crypto-aligned PACs have stepped up spending in Ohio, a committee launched by the co-founders of crypto exchange Gemini made one of its first forays into the Lone Star State.
By Turner Wright 10/22/2026, 7:29:53 PM
Bitcoin slips below $81K as Cowen warns of deeper support retest
Bitcoin has fallen below $81,000 before recovering some ground, bringing $80,000 back into focus as Benjamin Cowen warns that a daily close below its 50-day moving average could send prices toward the bull market support band. CoinGecko showed Bitcoin fell…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 7:27:53 PM
Bitcoin Price Won’t Break $100K By End of 2026, Analysts Say—Here’s Why
Analysts from top crypto firms believe that other investment options, further interest rate tightening, and the still-developing situation in Iran are making it difficult for bitcoin to rise above the $100,000 price mark, even if a year-end uptick does happen. Bitcoin’s $100K Return Seen as Unattainable in 2026 While bitcoin prices have seen a...
By Sergio Goschenko 10/22/2026, 7:25:38 PM
Standard Chartered moves to bring crypto custody in-house as Wall Street’s digital asset infrastructure race accelerates
Custody integration would follow completion, while the software separation already outlined in May remains part of the transaction plan. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/22/2026, 7:20:56 PM
Apple deepens push for conflict-free US titanium for foldable iPhone
Apple's sustainable sourcing strategy may boost investor confidence and influence market dynamics, reflecting a shift towards eco-friendly practices. The post Apple deepens push for conflict-free US titanium for foldable iPhone appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 7:17:51 PM
Anthropic donates Agent Skills standard to AAIF
Anthropic said it is donating Agent Skills, used by more than 70 platforms, to the Agentic AI Foundation under the Linux Foundation. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 7:14:38 PM
MoonPay And Dunamu Explore Stablecoin Payments And GIWA Expansion
MoonPay and Dunamu are exploring stablecoin payments, corporate treasury services and broader access to GIWA. Their announcement describes work to assess opportunities, with no commercial launch date disclosed.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 7:10:00 PM
Ethereum delays Glamsterdam Hoodi upgrade over EIP-8037 review
Ethereum postponed the Hoodi Glamsterdam testnet upgrade from Oct. 26 to review EIP-8037 interactions with mainnet smart contracts. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 7:07:38 PM
Venice’s DIEM token turns AI inference credits into something you can own
Venice's DIEM token model could reshape AI budgeting by integrating predictable costs into blockchain economies, despite market volatility risks. The post Venice’s DIEM token turns AI inference credits into something you can own appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/22/2026, 7:06:57 PM
DoubleZero builds a private fiber network for high-performance blockchains
DoubleZero's private fiber network could redefine blockchain infrastructure, making it essential for high-performance and low-latency applications. The post DoubleZero builds a private fiber network for high-performance blockchains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 7:04:52 PM
Canva releases Canva Craft, its first in-house image generation model
Canva's proprietary image model enhances control and integration, reducing reliance on competitors and potentially reshaping enterprise workflows. The post Canva releases Canva Craft, its first in-house image generation model appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 7:03:50 PM
California’s top 1% pay nearly half of state income taxes: Fortune
California's fiscal reliance on the wealthy may drive support for wealth tax policies, impacting future tax debates and economic stability. The post California’s top 1% pay nearly half of state income taxes: Fortune appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 7:02:13 PM