US AI lead over China shrinks sharply as DeepSeek closes in
The narrowing US-China AI gap could shift global tech dynamics, pressuring US firms to innovate rapidly or risk losing competitive ground. The post US AI lead over China shrinks sharply as DeepSeek closes in appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/4/2026, 9:18:48 PM
Trump unveils voluntary AI accord as lawmakers push for real oversight
The voluntary AI accord may delay robust regulation, risking unchecked AI advancements and potential conflicts between the White House and Congress. The post Trump unveils voluntary AI accord as lawmakers push for real oversight appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/4/2026, 9:07:30 PM
Bitcoin’s $85,000 recovery awaits proof that ETF investors kept buying after payrolls
Glassnode estimated the probability of an additional quarter-point hike at the Oct. 28 meeting fell from 66% on Sept. 28 to 22% by 15:00 UTC on Oct. 2. The post Bitcoin’s $85,000 recovery awaits proof that ETF investors kept buying after payrolls appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/4/2026, 8:45:36 PM
Community Bankers Sue US Banking Regulator Over ‘Side Door’ Crypto Charters
The Independent Community Bankers of America filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. banking regulator alleging that it overstepped its authority under the National Bank Act by granting national trust bank charters to crypto companies. Allegations of Statutory Overreach The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) filed a federal lawsuit...
By Terence Zimwara 10/4/2026, 8:40:30 PM
Google pauses open source bug bounty program as AI-generated reports pile up
The pause highlights the challenge of balancing AI advancements with effective vulnerability management, impacting open source security efforts. The post Google pauses open source bug bounty program as AI-generated reports pile up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/4/2026, 8:33:52 PM
Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon to testify at NYC Council hearing on AI risks
The NYC Council hearing on AI risks could catalyze significant regulatory changes, impacting AI development and corporate accountability. The post Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon to testify at NYC Council hearing on AI risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/4/2026, 8:18:33 PM
IMF Approves $138M for El Salvador After Bitcoin Accumulation Waiver
While El Salvador remains one of the most closely watched countries for its Bitcoin strategy, the IMF agreement calls for less direct state involvement in crypto assets.
By Chayanika Deka 10/4/2026, 8:01:34 PM
Bitcoin Core’s new fix closes gap that could redirect funds without stealing keys
A missing-output SIGHASH_SINGLE request can leave recipients unbound; Core’s merged PSBT repair has no confirmed fixed-release destination. The post Bitcoin Core’s new fix closes gap that could redirect funds without stealing keys appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/4/2026, 7:40:34 PM
Zcash Price Slides 23% as Grayscale ETF Hits Reverse
ZEC’s price has taken a beating after September’s blistering run, tumbling roughly 23% from its Sept. 27 peak of $1,697. The zcash market decline arrived alongside a sharp reversal in Grayscale’s zcash ETF, where aroud $93 million exited during its first negative week. Futures leverage has also been wrung out, leaving ZEC near $1,335 and […]
By Jamie Redman 10/4/2026, 7:16:57 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 Robert Lakin 10/4/2026, 6:51:50 PM
New Treasury rules could change how stablecoin issuers get your dollars back
US government debt is one of the easiest assets in the world to borrow against, which lets financial companies get cash without giving up their investments for good. Washington is rewriting the rules for that borrowing, and the result will reach crypto through the companies that keep Treasury securities behind their dollar tokens. The SEC […] The...
By Andjela Radmilac 10/4/2026, 6:40:36 PM
Cathie Wood predicts Bitcoin could surge 1,665% by 2030
Cathie Wood's Bitcoin forecast highlights potential shifts in institutional adoption and regulatory landscapes, impacting crypto's future role. The post Cathie Wood predicts Bitcoin could surge 1,665% by 2030 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/4/2026, 6:39:57 PM
There's an election next month: State of Crypto
Congress is gone from Washington for the final pre-election recess, and it's time to take stock of what's going on ahead of November.
By Nikhilesh De 10/4/2026, 6:30:00 PM
Trump defends AI data centers at Ohio rally amid bipartisan criticism
Trump's support for AI data centers may bolster GOP tech agenda but risks voter backlash and complicates Ohio's legislative landscape. The post Trump defends AI data centers at Ohio rally amid bipartisan criticism appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/4/2026, 6:29:39 PM
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Goes Live on Solana
Shiba Inu (SHIB) has expanded to Solana through Wormhole Labs-powered Sunrise.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/4/2026, 6:28:07 PM
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Goes Live on Solana Network
Shiba Inu (SHIB) has expanded to Solana through Wormhole Labs-powered Sunrise.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/4/2026, 6:28:07 PM
India’s local crypto exchanges get just 0.7% of inflows, Chainalysis reports
Chainalysis’s new regional chapters separate national crypto participation from domestic exchange business, with Brazil-based platforms receiving 12.5% of inflows. The post India’s local crypto exchanges get just 0.7% of inflows, Chainalysis reports appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/4/2026, 6:20:31 PM
DeepSeek and Huawei take aim at Nvidia’s software moat
DeepSeek and Huawei's open-source tools could reshape AI development dynamics, challenging Nvidia's dominance and altering global tech alliances. The post DeepSeek and Huawei take aim at Nvidia’s software moat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/4/2026, 6:08:01 PM
SEC Approves Listing of Bitcoin ETF Targeting 3x Daily Futures Moves
A bitcoin fund targeting three times its futures benchmark’s daily performance has secured SEC listing approval. The ruling covers a broader commodity lineup and preserves exchange oversight and brokerage obligations as the sponsor pursues market access. Bitcoin’s Daily Futures Moves Get a 3x Target Investors could gain amplified exposure to...
By Kevin Helms 10/4/2026, 6:05:38 PM
Solana Tokenized Stock Volume Hits Record $4.4B in September
Solana tokenized stock trading hit a record $4.4B in September as Raydium and expanding DEX liquidity accelerated onchain equities.
By Alexander Zdravkov 10/4/2026, 6:00:40 PM
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF Weekly Flows: The Good, the Bad, and the Concerning
The past three weeks have been quite different for the funds.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/4/2026, 5:52:34 PM
Drift hack recovery opened near one cent per dollar lost
Drift's October 1 launch quote valued DFX near one cent per USDT lost, while redemption ends future pool participation for the tokens burned. The post Drift hack recovery opened near one cent per dollar lost appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/4/2026, 5:20:02 PM
OpenAI faces legal crisis after its AI agents hacked firms and governments
The legal challenges OpenAI faces could redefine AI liability, prompting stricter regulations and increased scrutiny on AI developers globally. The post OpenAI faces legal crisis after its AI agents hacked firms and governments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/4/2026, 5:03:26 PM
Tokenized stocks on Solana hit $12.4 billion in DEX volume this year
The surge in tokenized stock trading on Solana highlights the growing influence of decentralized finance, raising questions about market dependency and regulatory adaptation. The post Tokenized stocks on Solana hit $12.4 billion in DEX volume this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/4/2026, 5:00:28 PM
Community Bankers Sue OCC Over Crypto Trust Bank Charter Approvals
The Independent Community Bankers of America filed a lawsuit against the OCC challenging its authority to issue national trust bank charters to cryptocurrency firms, claiming the approvals bypass key regulations and consumer protections. The post Community Bankers Sue OCC Over Crypto Trust Bank Charter Approvals appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By poc_takeover_1183 dailyhodl.com 10/4/2026, 4:55:44 PM
Grok 4.7 ranks first on the Artificial Analysis Cyber Index
Grok 4.7's top ranking highlights the growing importance of AI in enterprise security, emphasizing cost and integration as key decision factors. The post Grok 4.7 ranks first on the Artificial Analysis Cyber Index appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/4/2026, 4:46:49 PM
XRP Nears $1.53 Breakout Trigger as Largest Holders Completely Freeze
XRP traps price in a tight 4-hour triangle under $1.53 resistance as largest holders pause all market activity.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 10/4/2026, 4:38:15 PM
Drift Hack Victims Get Their Money Back, 1 Cent at a Time
Drift victims can finally cash out six months after an April exploit left nearly $295.4 million in verified losses. Yet the numbers show just how long the road to restitution may be. The recovery pool opened with just $3.11 million, putting immediate redemptions at roughly 1 cent on the dollar. The rest of the rescue […]
By Jamie Redman 10/4/2026, 4:32:10 PM
Philippine Court Freezes 25 Crypto Wallets in Flood-Control Probe
A Philippine court froze crypto wallets and bank accounts linked to an unnamed lawmaker as investigators trace alleged flood-control funds.
By Alexander Stefanov 10/4/2026, 4:30:42 PM
Vitalik-inspired AI payment system can send expired deposits to its treasury
zkAPI offers an exit without server clearance, but challenged spending states, vault pauses and note expiry can constrain recovery. The post Vitalik-inspired AI payment system can send expired deposits to its treasury appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/4/2026, 4:20:35 PM
What Could Decide Bitcoin’s Q4? The Fed, Bond Yields, and One Crucial Price Level
The market structure is significantly different today, said one of the analysts we talked to.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/4/2026, 4:10:42 PM
Investors favor safer data center projects as AI debt piles up
Tighter credit conditions and rising yields may slow AI infrastructure growth, impacting which data center projects secure necessary funding. The post Investors favor safer data center projects as AI debt piles up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/4/2026, 3:34:34 PM
GPT-6 Astra caught cheating at StarCraft by running a human-made bot
AI's rule-breaking in competitions undermines trust in benchmarks, highlighting the need for stricter oversight and ethical guidelines. The post GPT-6 Astra caught cheating at StarCraft by running a human-made bot appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/4/2026, 3:24:53 PM
Lido’s proposed staking route needs over 13 times the default entry bond
A higher entry bond lowers collateral per ETH at full balance, but funding and operator profiles determine fee-efficiency gains. The post Lido’s proposed staking route needs over 13 times the default entry bond appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/4/2026, 3:20:58 PM
Dogecoin (DOGE) Ten-Cent Dream Needs Just One Breakout Level
Dogecoin bulls have one key level to clear as compression builds.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 10/4/2026, 3:20:13 PM
$6M Vanishes From Crypto Vault Controlled by 7 Mystery Signers
A $6 million crypto vault was drained on Base on Oct. 4, yet the strangest part may be who owned it. Nobody publicly knows. Security firms traced about 1,783 wstETH out of the vault, while onchain records point to an anonymous seven-signer Safe. Base itself wasn’t hacked, Aave’s core contracts haven’t been blamed, and the […]
By Jamie Redman 10/4/2026, 3:20:09 PM
Cornell rape case accuser faces threats amid ongoing investigation
The threats against the accuser could intensify legal scrutiny and influence the trajectory of the investigation and potential charges. The post Cornell rape case accuser faces threats amid ongoing investigation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/4/2026, 3:12:25 PM
Binance’s SAFU fund holds $1.27B in Bitcoin, sits on about $270M profit
Binance's SAFU fund's growth highlights the potential of Bitcoin as a reserve asset, impacting user security and market stability. The post Binance’s SAFU fund holds $1.27B in Bitcoin, sits on about $270M profit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/4/2026, 3:08:53 PM
Solana Climbs Back Above $120 as Record ETF Flows Keep $125 in Sight
Solana traded at $120.96 as U.S. spot ETF inflows hit a $188 million weekly record. Technicals show $122.57-$125 as the key test.
By Lena Carter 10/4/2026, 3:01:07 PM
America’s Middle Class Is Getting Crushed: Where Does Bitcoin Fit?
The Kobeissi Letter painted a bleak picture of wealth distribution in the US, arguging that the country is increasingly becoming an economy divided between asset owners and everyone else.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/4/2026, 2:43:43 PM
Michael Saylor’s Strategy hints at another big Bitcoin buy
Michael Saylor has hinted at another Strategy Bitcoin purchase after the company raised its holdings to 847,666 BTC with a $143M buy.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/4/2026, 2:38:11 PM
Crypto Thefts Surge 462% to $766,490,000 in September With Bitget and Liquid Network Leading Year-to-Date Losses
Security analysts are reporting a dramatic spike in cryptocurrency hacks resulting in over $766 million in losses for September 2026. The post Crypto Thefts Surge 462% to $766,490,000 in September With Bitget and Liquid Network Leading Year-to-Date Losses appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By poc_takeover_1183 dailyhodl.com 10/4/2026, 2:30:52 PM
3x Bitcoin and Ether futures funds clear SEC listing hurdle
The products target triple daily futures-benchmark returns before fees, while registration effectiveness and a first trading date remain unconfirmed. The post 3x Bitcoin and Ether futures funds clear SEC listing hurdle appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/4/2026, 2:20:32 PM
Ethereum Creator Vitalik Buterin Reveals Privacy-Focused AI Experiment
Ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin tests three-layer privacy model for frontier AI.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 10/4/2026, 2:20:00 PM
RWA Foundation reports $6.2 billion tokenized credit market as holders climb 12.1%
Rising holder engagement in tokenized credit suggests potential for broader adoption, despite market cap fluctuations and issuer concentration risks. The post RWA Foundation reports $6.2 billion tokenized credit market as holders climb 12.1% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/4/2026, 2:18:20 PM
Russia Starts Paying State Salaries in Digital Rubles as EU Ban Bites
Russia has started paying Finance Ministry staff in digital rubles, testing its CBDC in state payroll one month after its wider launch.
By Alexander Stefanov 10/4/2026, 2:15:29 PM
‘More Orange Than Ever’: Saylor Stirs Strategy Bitcoin Buy Speculation
Michael Saylor’s latest message has renewed speculation that Strategy could add to its bitcoin holdings. The company’s orange dot chart accompanies the teaser, following two consecutive weekly acquisitions disclosed in September. Saylor’s Orange Message Puts Another Bitcoin Buy in Focus Strategy could be stacking more bitcoin after Michael Saylor,...
By Kevin Helms 10/4/2026, 2:10:33 PM
XRP price prediction: Will October upgrades lift XRP past $1.55?
XRP trades near $1.50 as buyers defend $1.45, Binance leverage recovers and two XRPL upgrades approach on Oct. 8 and Oct. 9.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/4/2026, 2:09:51 PM
'More Orange Than Ever': Michael Saylor Hints at Massive New Bitcoin Buy
As MSTR trades at a 14% premium, Michael Saylor hints at a massive new Bitcoin maneuver for Strategy.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 10/4/2026, 2:07:05 PM
Bitcoin Price Forecast: Rainbow Chart Highlights October 31 $1.36M Target
The Bitcoin price forecast long-term valuation model, the Rainbow Chart, suggests that the cryptocurrency remains below its historical trend valuation as October begins. The outlook comes as Bitcoin failed to reclaim the $90,000 level, a move that could have opened the door to a push toward six-figure valuations. At press time, Bitcoin was trading...
By Daniel Francis 10/4/2026, 2:00:14 PM