SoFi launches tokenized bank deposits offering 4.4% yield and FDIC insurance

SoFi's innovative product could reshape digital banking by merging traditional finance security with crypto flexibility, potentially attracting new users. The post SoFi launches tokenized bank deposits offering 4.4% yield and FDIC insurance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Kaye Quema 10/22/2026, 4:19:42 PM

Italian Police Uncover €110M Mafia Banking Scheme Using Crypto

Italian police have dismantled an alleged mafia-run underground bank that operated behind a car-rental business near Milan, processing more than €110 million in fake invoices and moving roughly €68 million abroad through banks and cryptocurrency. The investigation led to 30 court-ordered restrictions and the seizure of approximately €21 million in...

By Jamie Redman 10/22/2026, 4:15:53 PM

Anthropic commits 5% of its equity to a new public benefit fund

Anthropic's equity commitment could enhance its appeal to socially conscious investors, influencing corporate philanthropy trends in AI. The post Anthropic commits 5% of its equity to a new public benefit fund appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 4:15:39 PM

Trump endorses Iowa candidates ahead of 2026 midterms

Trump's endorsements may boost Republican turnout in Iowa, potentially influencing competitive races and altering election dynamics. The post Trump endorses Iowa candidates ahead of 2026 midterms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 4:14:18 PM

Eric Schmidt says AI could cut 20% of jobs at large companies, starting with ‘glue people’

AI-driven job cuts in large firms could reshape workforce dynamics, emphasizing creative and leadership roles while reducing coordination tasks. The post Eric Schmidt says AI could cut 20% of jobs at large companies, starting with ‘glue people’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 4:12:04 PM

Ethereum Price Prediction: Is $2K Next After ETH’s Latest $2.5K Rejection?

Ethereum’s latest recovery has reversed sharply, returning the price to approximately $2.4K and keeping a bearish breakdown as the main scenario. Escalating Iran–US tensions add a potential risk-off headwind, though their impact on ETH remains speculative rather than a confirmed cause of the decline. Ethereum Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the...

By Shayan Markets 10/22/2026, 4:11:46 PM

AI debates stall Anthropic’s IPO plans, billions in limbo

Investor uncertainty over AI's future role in IPOs could reshape market dynamics, delaying capital access and impacting tech sector growth. The post AI debates stall Anthropic’s IPO plans, billions in limbo appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 4:09:28 PM

Ripple Issues Major XRP Ledger Upgrade to Boost Cross-Border Payments With RLUSD

RLUSD-backed settlement liquidity is set to land on the XRP Ledger as Ripple enters a new partnership with global liquidity and settlement firm Arf.

By Caroline Amosun 10/22/2026, 4:09:14 PM

Justin Sun Turns Bearish on Bitcoin Over AI and Quantum Computing Risks

TRON founder Justin Sun issued a warning about artificial intelligence (AI) risks to digital assets, which can ultimately threaten investments in some traditional products.

By Aliyu Pokima 10/22/2026, 4:06:12 PM

Bitcoin Slides Towards $81,000 as Oil Above $110 Revives Rate-Hike Bets

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Slides Towards $81,000 as Oil Above $110 Revives Rate-Hike Bets Bitcoin is currently in so-called Uptober, a month when the asset is supposed to rally. But it’s being held back — at least for now. This post Bitcoin Slides Towards $81,000 as Oil Above $110 Revives Rate-Hike Bets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is...

By Mathew Di Salvo 10/22/2026, 4:04:26 PM

Uber expands ChatGPT Work deployment to all 30,000 employees

Uber's full-scale ChatGPT Work deployment highlights a strategic shift towards AI-driven efficiency, potentially influencing industry standards. The post Uber expands ChatGPT Work deployment to all 30,000 employees appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 4:04:14 PM

Coinbase Ireland faces €3.25M fine over customer fund safeguards

Coinbase Ireland has agreed to a €3.25 million fine over failures to protect customer funds and oversee outsourced controls, with the sanctions awaiting High Court approval. The Central Bank of Ireland announced the settlement on Oct. 22, covering breaches of…

By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 4:04:04 PM

Best meme coins to buy now (October 2026): 7 compared

The meme coin market is worth about $30 billion, and three coins hold most of it. For everything else the odds are poor: Bitquery data reported by crypto.news shows 79% of Pump.fun tokens traded only on their launch day. This…

By Rony Roy 10/22/2026, 4:00:00 PM

JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo and Bank of America Detect Unauthorized AI Agents Accessing Customer Accounts: Report

Major U.S. banks are blocking or restricting third-party AI agents after finding unauthorized bots inside customer accounts, reports Axios. The post JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo and Bank of America Detect Unauthorized AI Agents Accessing Customer Accounts: Report appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

By Daily Hodl Agent 10/22/2026, 3:57:41 PM

OpenAI let METR and Redwood Research inside to test its agent monitoring

OpenAI's openness to external audits highlights the importance of independent oversight in identifying and addressing AI safety vulnerabilities. The post OpenAI let METR and Redwood Research inside to test its agent monitoring appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 3:56:18 PM

Robinhood stock tokens go live on Morpho as collateral for stablecoin loans

Robinhood's integration with Morpho enhances DeFi liquidity options, potentially spurring innovation and expanding decentralized finance ecosystems. The post Robinhood stock tokens go live on Morpho as collateral for stablecoin loans appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Vivian Nguyen 10/22/2026, 3:50:46 PM

Aero aims to become the leading onchain spot exchange for tokenized stocks, CEO says

Aero CEO Alex Cutler outlines plans to build a leading onchain spot exchange for tokenized stocks as the platform expands to seven networks. The post Aero aims to become the leading onchain spot exchange for tokenized stocks, CEO says appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 3:50:28 PM

Bitcoin Faces $85,000–$87,500 Supply Test After $80,000 Rebound

Glassnode’s October 21 report identifies an overhead Bitcoin supply zone around $85,000–$87,500 after bids returned near $80,000. Its levels describe a market structure, not a guaranteed price path.

By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 3:50:00 PM

Robinhood Chain reaches $1.14B TVL as Morpho enables stock-token loans

Robinhood Chain has reached $1.14 billion in total value locked, as Robinhood Crypto has confirmed that eligible holders can use its Stock Tokens as collateral to borrow stablecoins through Morpho. Robinhood Crypto said in an Oct. 22 post that its…

By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 3:47:30 PM

Irish central bank fines Coinbase Ireland $3.6 million over fund safeguarding failures

When Silvergate was on the verge of collapse in 2023, Coinbase instructed 30 customers to deposit funds into an alternate account held by Coinbase at another U.S. bank.

By Jamie Crawley 10/22/2026, 3:40:25 PM

China Targets 61,896 Bitcoin Still Held by British Authorities: Report

Chinese prosecutors are seeking to confiscate 61,896 bitcoin worth approximately $5.1 billion, currently held by British authorities, after one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency seizures. The assets trace back to Qian Zhimin, convicted in Britain for handling criminal proceeds from a Chinese investment fraud. A recent U.K. court ruling has...

By Jamie Redman 10/22/2026, 3:40:00 PM

AEON Launches Agentic Checkout V2, Bringing AI-Powered Travel Booking to Travala

AEON, the settlement layer built for the AI economy, has launched Agentic Checkout V2, expanding its agentic commerce infrastructure beyond e-commerce purchases to travel bookings. The updated version enables AI agents to search and book hotel stays through Travala, allowing users to delegate an entire travel purchase to an AI agent while managing...

By Media 10/22/2026, 3:39:09 PM

Former OpenAI product chief Kevin Weil launches AI science startup with $215 million

The launch highlights the growing trend of leveraging AI in scientific research, emphasizing high expectations for innovation and impact. The post Former OpenAI product chief Kevin Weil launches AI science startup with $215 million appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 3:38:43 PM

Robinhood Wins Dubai License to Bring Bitcoin and Stock Trading to the Middle East in 2027

Bitcoin Magazine Robinhood Wins Dubai License to Bring Bitcoin and Stock Trading to the Middle East in 2027 Robinhood has won DFSA approval to offer bitcoin, crypto and stock trading with custody from a new Dubai headquarters, with launch set for 2027. This post Robinhood Wins Dubai License to Bring Bitcoin and Stock Trading to the Middle East in...

By Micah Zimmerman 10/22/2026, 3:35:01 PM

Cardano Registers 100,000 Indian Farms On-Chain

Cardano inks a fundamental Real-World adoption case in India via the Agricultural Trust Layer. Continue reading at DailyCoin.

By Samantha Diamo 10/22/2026, 3:29:00 PM

Cardano Academy joins UNIC blockchain course with 25 sponsored places

Cardano Foundation has announced that Cardano Academy will teach Cardano fundamentals in the University of Nicosia’s online blockchain course and sponsor 25 places in its advanced track. The Cardano Foundation said in its Oct. 22 announcement that the Academy’s teaching…

By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 3:27:23 PM

Mercury 3 launches on Venice, bringing parallel token generation to private AI

Mercury 3's rapid token generation could revolutionize real-time AI applications, but its success hinges on independent validation and pricing stability. The post Mercury 3 launches on Venice, bringing parallel token generation to private AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 3:25:12 PM

Uniswap v4 Is Now an Aggregator: Uniswap Labs Launches Aggregator Hooks

Uniswap v4 Is Now an Aggregator: Uniswap Labs Launches Aggregator Hooks

By Chainwire 10/22/2026, 3:24:41 PM

Palantir tells NATO it has no kill switch for Maven AI system

NATO's reliance on US tech like Maven raises sovereignty concerns, risking alliance cohesion if major members choose divergent systems. The post Palantir tells NATO it has no kill switch for Maven AI system appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 3:24:37 PM

Will Ethereum (ETH) Rally or Crash After the US Midterms: 3 AIs Weigh in

The upcoming elections may open the door to a broader crypto rally, Gemini suggested.

By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 10/22/2026, 3:23:52 PM

Nvidia unveils Minerva for end-to-end observability in AI factories

Nvidia's Minerva could revolutionize AI factory efficiency, shifting focus from reactive to proactive maintenance, enhancing uptime and productivity. The post Nvidia unveils Minerva for end-to-end observability in AI factories appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 3:23:47 PM

NVIDIA touts AI-factory observability in Minerva announcement

NVIDIA says a new observability platform can correlate GPU, network and workload telemetry to help operators spot AI-factory issues earlier. (Read More)

By N/A 10/22/2026, 3:22:48 PM

Ethereum developers cancel Oct. 26 Glamsterdam upgrade on Hoodi testnet

The delay in Ethereum's testnet upgrade highlights the complexities of protocol changes, potentially impacting the timeline for mainnet improvements. The post Ethereum developers cancel Oct. 26 Glamsterdam upgrade on Hoodi testnet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 3:20:32 PM

Ethereum cancels Oct. 26 Glamsterdam upgrade on Hoodi testnet

The cancellation highlights ongoing challenges in Ethereum's upgrade process, potentially affecting market confidence and future price expectations. The post Ethereum cancels Oct. 26 Glamsterdam upgrade on Hoodi testnet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 3:16:58 PM

Bitcoin ETFs add $470M in Lookonchain tally as Ether figures diverge

U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have attracted $470.15 million in net inflows in Lookonchain’s Oct. 22 update, while its reported Ether withdrawals have differed from Farside Investors’ latest completed session. Lookonchain’s supplied update lists 5,766 BTC entering Bitcoin funds over one…

By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 3:10:59 PM

Lava uncovers banned Nvidia chips linked to China Telecom addresses

The exposure of Nvidia chips highlights vulnerabilities in global tech supply chains and underscores the challenges of enforcing export controls. The post Lava uncovers banned Nvidia chips linked to China Telecom addresses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 3:10:56 PM

Ethereum ETFs Break Five-Day Outflow Run With $14.9 Million Inflows

Ethereum ETFs returned to net inflows on October 21 after five negative sessions. The $14.9 million gain was modest, with Grayscale and Fidelity offsetting continued withdrawals from BlackRock’s ETHA.

By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 3:10:00 PM

SoFi Offers 4.40% Yield on Digital Dollars With Full FDIC Protection

SoFi has launched SoFi Earn (SOFIE), a tokenized consumer bank deposit offering 4.40% annual percentage yield (APY) and federal deposit insurance. The new product allows customers to earn interest while preparing to purchase cryptocurrencies or transfer money through blockchain networks. It marks the company’s fifth crypto-related offering in less...

By Jamie Redman 10/22/2026, 3:05:43 PM

Kraken’s xStocks lineup tops 1,000 tokenized instruments

Kraken's xStocks expansion highlights the growing demand for accessible, global investment options, potentially reshaping international market access. The post Kraken’s xStocks lineup tops 1,000 tokenized instruments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Vivian Nguyen 10/22/2026, 3:05:32 PM

SpaceX launches Super Intelligence Partner Network for Grok developers

SpaceX's AI partner network could accelerate AI adoption across industries, fostering innovation and integration in enterprise solutions. The post SpaceX launches Super Intelligence Partner Network for Grok developers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 3:04:16 PM

AVAX Price Flashes a Death Cross as Wall Street Warms to Avalanche

AVAX is testing the lower boundary of a falling wedge at key Fibonacci support. A death cross on the 4-hour chart keeps the rebound unconfirmed. Charles Schwab calls Avalanche a leader in institutional blockchains and RWA tokenization. The broker warns that institutional adoption may not translate into demand for AVAX. AVAX price is trading near...

By Alexander Stefanov 10/22/2026, 3:00:56 PM

Tech giants’ AI capex to hit $700B by 2026, impacting cash flow

Rising AI capex may strain tech giants' cash flow, influencing market dynamics and investment strategies across the tech sector. The post Tech giants’ AI capex to hit $700B by 2026, impacting cash flow appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 3:00:21 PM

Robinhood generates $51 million in blockchain fees while Ethereum settlement costs total just $69,000

Bitwise’s Q3 estimates put most fees with the operator before business expenses, while ARB and ETH offer different economic exposures. 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, 3:00:14 PM

Visa Reportedly in Final Talks to Buy Fireblocks for $2.5 Billion

Visa could deepen its stablecoin and custody footprint. Continue reading at DailyCoin.

By DailyCoin Team 10/22/2026, 3:00:00 PM

Crypto for Advisors: Stablecoins are ready for prime time

By Prashant Kher 10/22/2026, 2:58:31 PM

Uniswap (UNI) v4 adds aggregator hooks on mainnet, Base and Robinhood Chain

Uniswap (UNI) says aggregator hooks are live in its Web App and API, routing external liquidity through v4 pools across three chains. (Read More)

By N/A 10/22/2026, 2:57:24 PM

Market sees 3% chance of Bitcoin hitting record high this year

The low probability of Bitcoin reaching a new high this year reflects cautious market sentiment and highlights challenges in achieving rapid recovery. The post Market sees 3% chance of Bitcoin hitting record high this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Vivian Nguyen 10/22/2026, 2:48:11 PM

Fireblocks disputes report of $2.5B Visa acquisition talks

Fireblocks told Cointelegraph that reports of a potential $2.5 billion acquisition by Visa are “not true at present time,” while Visa declined to comment on the reported talks.

By Nate Kostar 10/22/2026, 2:39:00 PM

Fireblocks Denies Report of $2.5 Billion Visa Takeover Talks

Bitcoin Magazine Fireblocks Denies Report of $2.5 Billion Visa Takeover Talks Fireblocks has denied an Axios report that Visa is in late-stage talks to acquire the crypto custody firm for about $2.5 billion. This post Fireblocks Denies Report of $2.5 Billion Visa Takeover Talks first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

By Micah Zimmerman 10/22/2026, 2:38:25 PM

Sundar Pichai says Gemini 5 will surpass Argon, backing a bigger compute bet

Google's investment in computing infrastructure for Gemini 5 highlights a strategic shift towards long-term revenue stability and responsible AI deployment. The post Sundar Pichai says Gemini 5 will surpass Argon, backing a bigger compute bet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 2:37:25 PM