XRP price needs $1.56 breakout to retest $1.65

XRP price has traded near $1.50 on Sep. 30 as weaker futures positioning and slower U.S. ETF inflows accompany a pullback from September’s highs, while its 4-hour chart shows buyers struggling to reclaim short-term resistance. TradingView’s Binance XRP/USDT charts put…

By Lawrence Mondal 9/30/2026, 3:23:39 PM

ElevenLabs doubles valuation to $22B in $300M tender offer

ElevenLabs' rapid valuation growth highlights the booming demand for AI voice tech, signaling strong investor confidence in AI infrastructure. The post ElevenLabs doubles valuation to $22B in $300M tender offer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 3:23:22 PM

Robinhood Chain kept producing blocks through a roughly 40-minute app disruption

New full-day measurements correct the block-halt claim, while separate data show a steep drop in successful app traffic. The post Robinhood Chain kept producing blocks through a roughly 40-minute app disruption appeared first on CryptoSlate.

By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 9/30/2026, 3:20:28 PM

U.S. CFTC seeks event contract definitions that may defy states' gambling claims

As it battles with states over prediction markets, the CFTC sent two related rules on swaps definitions for White House review.

By Jesse Hamilton 9/30/2026, 3:19:36 PM

Tempo integrates Open USD for enterprise payments and treasury

The integration of Open USD with Tempo could significantly streamline enterprise financial operations, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. The post Tempo integrates Open USD for enterprise payments and treasury appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Kaye Quema 9/30/2026, 3:19:20 PM

Ostium recovery plan repays 3,321 wallets in full, leaves 345 to choose

Ostium's recovery plan highlights the challenges of securing off-chain infrastructure in DeFi, impacting trust and financial stability. The post Ostium recovery plan repays 3,321 wallets in full, leaves 345 to choose appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 9/30/2026, 3:18:16 PM

Layer 1 Pharos launches AI-powered tools as it targets Agent-Native Chain

Pharos Network's AI-powered tools could revolutionize blockchain interactions, enhancing automation and efficiency in decentralized finance. The post Layer 1 Pharos launches AI-powered tools as it targets Agent-Native Chain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Vivian Nguyen 9/30/2026, 3:16:04 PM

SynthID Bio proof of concept explores watermarking for AI-generated proteins

AI watermarking in protein design could enhance biosecurity by ensuring traceability and authenticity, crucial for synthetic biology's future. The post SynthID Bio proof of concept explores watermarking for AI-generated proteins appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 3:09:59 PM

CFTC secures $31M court order against digital asset fraud scheme that duped 14,000 investors

The case underscores the critical need for regulatory vigilance and investor due diligence in preventing and mitigating digital asset fraud. The post CFTC secures $31M court order against digital asset fraud scheme that duped 14,000 investors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By John Chen 9/30/2026, 3:09:29 PM

US crude oil production hits record highs amid diesel export ban talks

The surge in U.S. crude production may reduce the need for diesel export bans, impacting market expectations and future policy decisions. The post US crude oil production hits record highs amid diesel export ban talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 9/30/2026, 3:07:47 PM

Devcon 8 to take place in Mumbai from November 3–6, 2026

Devcon 8 in Mumbai highlights India's growing influence in the global tech ecosystem, fostering innovation and collaboration in blockchain. The post Devcon 8 to take place in Mumbai from November 3–6, 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 9/30/2026, 3:03:27 PM

UK regulator issues survival rulebook for crypto companies due 2027

The UK's stringent crypto regulations may drive market consolidation, enhancing consumer protection but potentially stifling innovation. The post UK regulator issues survival rulebook for crypto companies due 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By John Chen 9/30/2026, 3:02:31 PM

Arizona Court Cyberattack Exposes Over 150,000 Foster Care Review Reports

Hackers broke into Arizona’s court computer system and copied more than 150,000 Foster Care Review Board recommendation reports dating back to 2010, along with other court records, the Arizona Supreme Court says. Chief Justice Ann Scott Timmer announced the attack in a September 25th of 2026 release, saying criminal hackers or their bots targeted...

By Daily Hodl Agent 9/30/2026, 3:00:08 PM

Goldman Sachs Connects $100 Billion Treasury Fund To Crypto Institutional Rails

In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 29, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Goldman Sachs Connects $100 Billion Treasury Fund To Crypto Institutional Rails. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones &...

By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/30/2026, 3:00:00 PM

HBAR Price Map Points To a $0.15 Fifth-Wave Push

Hedera is sitting in a high-stakes spot on the chart: a wave four inside a larger five-wave advance. Continue reading at DailyCoin.

By Samantha Diamo 9/30/2026, 3:00:00 PM

FCA Opens Five-Month Authorisation Window for UK Crypto Firms

The UK's financial regulator has given crypto companies five months to apply for FCA authorisation if they want their applications assessed before the new crypto regulatory regime starts. The Financial Conduct Authority started accepting applications today, September 30, with the new regulatory regime coming into force on October 25, 2027. Start...

By Tanya Chepkova 9/30/2026, 3:00:00 PM

Google tests pilot program paying publishers for AI search contributions

Google's pilot program may reshape content monetization, prompting regulatory scrutiny and influencing future tech-publisher compensation models. The post Google tests pilot program paying publishers for AI search contributions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 2:57:08 PM

American Express unveils AI-powered platform to streamline expenses for mid-sized businesses

Amex's AI platform could redefine expense management, enhancing efficiency and competitiveness for mid-sized businesses in a crowded fintech market. The post American Express unveils AI-powered platform to streamline expenses for mid-sized businesses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 2:56:14 PM

Crypto Long & Short: What will the AI agents run on?

By Utkarsh Ahuja 9/30/2026, 2:56:07 PM

BlackRock’s crypto portfolio surges nearly $30 billion in Q3 2026

BlackRock Inc. (NYSE: BLK) has seen its cryptocurrency portfolio rocket by nearly $30 billion during the third quarter (Q3) of … Continue reading The post BlackRock’s crypto portfolio surges nearly $30 billion in Q3 2026 appeared first on Finbold.

By Steve Muchoki 9/30/2026, 2:52:41 PM

Ethereum News: Glamsterdam Sepolia Test Set for October 6

Ethereum Glamsterdam reaches Sepolia on October 6, 2026, testing EIP-7732, access lists and new validator duties before any mainnet schedule. The post Ethereum News: Glamsterdam Sepolia Test Set for October 6 appeared first on Coinspeaker.

By Daniel Francis 9/30/2026, 2:51:18 PM

Chainlink launches Fulcrum, a cross-chain collateral platform for institutional finance

Fulcrum's 24/7 cross-chain collateral management could revolutionize institutional finance by enhancing capital efficiency and liquidity. The post Chainlink launches Fulcrum, a cross-chain collateral platform for institutional finance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Kaye Quema 9/30/2026, 2:50:27 PM

Coinbase builds financial accounts for super intelligence

Coinbase's AI-focused financial infrastructure could revolutionize autonomous transactions, potentially reshaping financial markets and compliance norms. The post Coinbase builds financial accounts for super intelligence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By John Chen 9/30/2026, 2:47:49 PM

Anthropic eyes IPO before Thanksgiving, potential $2T valuation: Axios

Anthropic's IPO could reshape tech valuations, but financial challenges and market volatility may impact investor confidence and outcomes. The post Anthropic eyes IPO before Thanksgiving, potential $2T valuation: Axios appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 9/30/2026, 2:47:19 PM

Morpho introduces offer-based markets for onchain credit

Morpho's innovative onchain credit markets could significantly enhance DeFi's competitiveness against traditional finance, potentially reshaping global lending dynamics. The post Morpho introduces offer-based markets for onchain credit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 9/30/2026, 2:46:49 PM

FCA Opens UK Crypto Gates More Than a Year Before Rules Hit

Britain’s crypto rulebook now has an entrance exam. Starting Sept. 30, crypto firms can apply for full Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) authorization, but the regime itself doesn’t begin until Oct. 25, 2027. Firms wanting to stay should apply by Feb. 28, 2027, and existing applicants can keep serving customers, even taking new business, while the...

By Jamie Redman 9/30/2026, 2:45:03 PM

The 2028 US Election Is Already Trading: Inside a $60M Prediction Market

The 2028 US election already trades heavily, with Dexsport's Republican nomination market above $60 million. How nominee and winner markets differ and fit together.

By Crypto Daily 9/30/2026, 2:40:22 PM

Cerebras Systems CEO Andrew Feldman to discuss AI scaling at Disrupt 2026

Cerebras' AI scaling innovations could redefine data center strategies, impacting tech investments and infrastructure development globally. The post Cerebras Systems CEO Andrew Feldman to discuss AI scaling at Disrupt 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 2:39:53 PM

Muneeb Ali linked to Stacks Labs CEO role as Bitcoin staking momentum builds

Muneeb Ali's leadership at Stacks Labs could accelerate Bitcoin DeFi adoption, influencing broader crypto governance and staking trends. The post Muneeb Ali linked to Stacks Labs CEO role as Bitcoin staking momentum builds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By John Chen 9/30/2026, 2:31:09 PM

Restate secures $20M to build durable infrastructure for AI agents

Restate's funding highlights the growing need for robust AI infrastructure, potentially transforming how complex transactions are managed globally. The post Restate secures $20M to build durable infrastructure for AI agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 2:31:02 PM

Crypto Investor Accuses Coinbase of Losing $25,000,000 in Alleged Hack Cover-Up

A crypto investor claims Coinbase lost $25 million of his firm's assets while covering up repeated hacks exceeding $1 billion across multiple firms, with ongoing legal processes limiting further details. The post Crypto Investor Accuses Coinbase of Losing $25,000,000 in Alleged Hack Cover-Up appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

By Daily Hodl Agent 9/30/2026, 2:30:00 PM

Can UK crypto firms continue operating while awaiting FCA authorization?

UK crypto firms have gained access to the Financial Conduct Authority’s new authorization process as the country begins moving digital asset businesses toward full financial services regulation. The Financial Conduct Authority said on Sept. 30 that firms can now submit…

By Rony Roy 9/30/2026, 2:27:16 PM

October Rate Polymarket Odds Flip: Is a Fed Pause Likely?

October rate hike odds offer no simple Bitcoin signal as Fed policy, Treasury yields and liquidity shape crypto risk appetite ahead. The post October Rate Polymarket Odds Flip: Is a Fed Pause Likely? appeared first on Coinspeaker.

By Daniel Francis 9/30/2026, 2:25:06 PM

Nebius Group signs $27B AI capacity deal with Meta Platforms

This deal underscores the growing demand for AI infrastructure, highlighting the strategic importance of scalable compute resources in tech. The post Nebius Group signs $27B AI capacity deal with Meta Platforms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 2:22:07 PM

SEC changes token buyback guidance as spending hits $638M

The staff added a no-central-party condition, raising a harder question than how much a project buys back. The post SEC changes token buyback guidance as spending hits $638M appeared first on CryptoSlate.

By Andjela Radmilac 9/30/2026, 2:20:59 PM

MSCI launches AI supply chain indexes for precise investment bets

MSCI's AI supply chain indexes enable targeted investment strategies, reflecting a shift towards nuanced thematic investing and risk management. The post MSCI launches AI supply chain indexes for precise investment bets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 2:14:57 PM

Prop firm free trials: what they are and what to test before you pay

Free trials let traders practise prop firm rules before paying. HyroTrader’s evaluation has profit and loss limits to manage. A trial can help traders identify costly mistakes before paying. Funded trading rests on a simple promise: prove you can trade by passing a test, and a firm gives you its capital to trade with. The […] The post Prop firm...

By Collaborations 9/30/2026, 2:14:14 PM

BMW plans to cut 8,000 management roles using AI by next year

BMW's AI-driven management cuts highlight a shift towards efficiency and innovation, potentially reshaping industry labor dynamics and profitability. The post BMW plans to cut 8,000 management roles using AI by next year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 2:09:34 PM

Blackrock Leads $66M Bitcoin ETF Inflow as 9-Day Winning Streak Holds

U.S. bitcoin ETFs extended their inflow streak to nine sessions on Tuesday, adding $66.19 million even as the pace of buying cooled sharply from last week. Bitcoin ETFs Stay Green as Trading Volume Falls to $1.6B The latest exchange-traded fund (ETF) data points to a market that is still attracting capital, though investors are becoming […]

By Emmanuel Musa 9/30/2026, 2:05:50 PM

Clock's ticking: UK's crypto regulatory application window opens with February deadline

The five-month application window precedes the new regulatory framework’s planned introduction in October 2027, after years of legislative development.

By Jamie Crawley 9/30/2026, 2:04:19 PM

Cobalt hits Base mainnet with engineering improvements targeting transaction flexibility and upgrade automation

Cobalt's enhancements in transaction flexibility and upgrade automation could streamline future network developments and reduce operational disruptions. The post Cobalt hits Base mainnet with engineering improvements targeting transaction flexibility and upgrade automation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 9/30/2026, 2:01:55 PM

FTC launches industry-wide AI probe after Hugging Face incident

The FTC's AI probe signals heightened regulatory scrutiny, potentially reshaping industry standards and emphasizing AI safety and accountability. The post FTC launches industry-wide AI probe after Hugging Face incident appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 2:00:41 PM

Florida Victim Loses $15,825 In Jury-Duty Scam As Bitcoin Trail Points to Georgia Woman

A Florida woman lost $15,825 after callers posing as law enforcement threatened to arrest her for missing jury duty and steered her to Bitcoin ATMs, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. Detectives later traced one of those crypto deposits, worth about $4,209 when it was made, through several wallets to a Cash App account […] The post...

By Daily Hodl Agent 9/30/2026, 2:00:31 PM

Morgan Stanley Launches ‘Digital Asset Lab’ To Test Wall Street Crypto Infrastructure

In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 29, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Morgan Stanley Launches ‘Digital Asset Lab’ To Test Wall Street Crypto Infrastructure. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones...

By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/30/2026, 2:00:00 PM

Ethereum Foundation funds $100K grant for Vyper compiler verification

The grant enhances DeFi security by ensuring Vyper's compiler reliability, potentially preventing costly exploits and boosting ecosystem trust. The post Ethereum Foundation funds $100K grant for Vyper compiler verification appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 9/30/2026, 1:55:40 PM

Bank-backed AllUnity launches MiCA-compliant US dollar stablecoin USDAU

USDAU's launch under MiCA could enhance cross-border transactions, integrating stablecoins with traditional banking, boosting institutional adoption. The post Bank-backed AllUnity launches MiCA-compliant US dollar stablecoin USDAU appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Vivian Nguyen 9/30/2026, 1:51:26 PM

Jay Clayton calls super intelligence a national security issue

The prioritization of super intelligence as a national security issue may accelerate AI development, influencing global tech leadership dynamics. The post Jay Clayton calls super intelligence a national security issue appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 1:50:28 PM

Florida Man Admits To Draining Bank Accounts With Fake Passport Cards and Stolen Identities

A 23-year-old Florida man received a 3.5-year federal prison sentence after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud, use of a false passport, and aggravated identity theft. The post Florida Man Admits To Draining Bank Accounts With Fake Passport Cards and Stolen Identities appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

By Daily Hodl Agent 9/30/2026, 1:45:39 PM

OpenAI seeks at least $30 billion at $1.4 trillion valuation: Report

OpenAI's funding boost and IPO delay highlight its strategic focus on long-term AI safety, potentially reshaping the competitive AI landscape. The post OpenAI seeks at least $30 billion at $1.4 trillion valuation: Report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 9/30/2026, 1:41:34 PM

Ripple Price Analysis: XRP Maintains Bullish Structure After Defending Key Support

XRP is trading above $1.50 following a rejection from a major resistance zone. While the broader recovery remains intact, the recent sequence of lower highs suggests that buyers may need to defend nearby demand before attempting another advance. XRP Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, the asset’s recovery from the $1.25–$1.32...

By Shayan Markets 9/30/2026, 1:39:44 PM