Mercado Bitcoin Vows to Cover Customer Losses After Massive Hack
Brazilian cryptocurrency exchange Mercado Bitcoin disclosed a major security incident on Nov. 2, 2026, involving approximately $38 million in digital assets. The attack presents a substantial financial and operational challenge for one of Latin America’s largest cryptocurrency platforms, with its response now drawing attention from customers,...
By Jamie Redman 11/4/2026, 1:30:35 AM
Ark Invest buys 12,835 Circle shares for roughly $965K, trims Bullish
Ark Invest's strategic shift from Bullish to Circle highlights a preference for stablecoin models, potentially influencing crypto market dynamics. The post Ark Invest buys 12,835 Circle shares for roughly $965K, trims Bullish appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 11/4/2026, 1:28:20 AM
Greg Abbott approval hits record low 21% amid Texas governor race
Abbott's low approval may signal a potential Democratic shift in Texas, impacting future political dynamics and party strategies statewide. The post Greg Abbott approval hits record low 21% amid Texas governor race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 11/4/2026, 1:19:07 AM
Nasdaq 100 futures slide nearly 1.5% as Democratic sweep odds hit 95%
A Democratic sweep raises concerns of legislative gridlock, impacting tech investments and debt-ceiling negotiations, affecting market stability. The post Nasdaq 100 futures slide nearly 1.5% as Democratic sweep odds hit 95% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 11/4/2026, 1:11:39 AM
Georgia governor race shifts towards Democrats ahead of 2026 elections
The Democratic shift in Georgia's governor race could signal broader electoral trends favoring Democrats in upcoming elections. The post Georgia governor race shifts towards Democrats ahead of 2026 elections appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 11/4/2026, 1:11:11 AM
Binance stopped 57 North Korean cyber threats but fell for a fake job interview
Binance said it thwarted 57 suspected North Korea-linked cyber threats in 2026, yet a fake interview compromised one of its engineers. The disclosure, in the exchange's Nov. 3 security report, reveals how attackers used a recruitment scam involving staged interviews, fabricated identities, and malicious software to access systems involved in the...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 11/4/2026, 1:10:53 AM
NYSE Adds Four Transfer Agents to Planned Tokenized Securities Venue
The New York Stock Exchange said on November 2 that Broadridge, Computershare, Equiniti and Superstate had joined the network supporting its proposed…
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/4/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Mahoning and Cuyahoga counties show early Democratic gains, affecting Ohio election odds
Early Democratic gains in key Ohio counties could reshape political dynamics, influencing prediction markets and future election strategies. The post Mahoning and Cuyahoga counties show early Democratic gains, affecting Ohio election odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 11/4/2026, 12:59:54 AM
NEAR Protocol’s House of Stake Votes to Cut Token Issuance 36%
NEAR Protocol’s governance body voted to slash the blockchain’s annual token issuance ceiling by 36%, backing a two-year reduction that promises less dilution for holders but smaller staking rewards for validators and investors helping secure the network over time. NEAR’s House of Stake Backs Lower Token Issuance On Nov. 2, 2026, NEAR’s House of...
By Jamie Redman 11/4/2026, 12:45:19 AM
1inch lawyer sees agencies driving US crypto regulation as midterms unfold
Crypto executives expect US regulators to drive crypto policymaking regardless of the midterm election outcome.
By Felix Ng 11/4/2026, 12:45:16 AM
Moat Stocks and Nvidia Show AI Exposure Is Not One-Dimensional
Morningstar said moat stocks can diversify sector exposure, but Nvidia’s gains show wide-moat names may still cluster around AI. (Read More)
By N/A 11/4/2026, 12:40:51 AM
Ripple Treasury Links To SWIFT With XRP-Linked Hook
SWIFT’s ISO 20022 gold standard covers a lot of territory in terms of Ripple-linked banking systems. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 11/4/2026, 12:22:00 AM
Bank of Canada sees no immediate fiscal pressure on inflation control
The Bank of Canada's cautious stance on rate hikes suggests a stable inflation outlook, impacting market expectations and economic growth strategies. The post Bank of Canada sees no immediate fiscal pressure on inflation control appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 11/4/2026, 12:21:37 AM
Moscow Exchange Confirms Dec. 1 Crypto Trading Launch With Bitcoin, Ether, USDT
Russia’s Moscow Exchange has formally announced plans to begin cryptocurrency trading on Dec. 1, offering bitcoin, ether, and USDT through what it describes as the country’s first organized digital currency market. The exchange confirmed the plans in a Nov. 2 announcement, detailing the trading infrastructure, settlement options, and investor...
By Andrew Hayward 11/4/2026, 12:15:31 AM
Bybit CEO Ben Zhou says exchanges should assume hacks will happen
Exchanges must prioritize robust security measures and contingency plans to protect customer assets and maintain trust amid inevitable cyber threats. The post Bybit CEO Ben Zhou says exchanges should assume hacks will happen appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 11/4/2026, 12:04:48 AM
XRP, Near Protocol (NEAR), Zcash (ZEC) and Cardano (ADA) Price Analysis for November 4: Market Is Bleeding Heavily
Crypto markets are bleeding as Zcash, Cardano, Near Protocol and XRP all trade under pressure, with key support levels now in focus.
By Arman Shirinyan 11/4/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Live updates: 2026 U.S. midterm elections and results as first polls close
Voters are choosing who will represent them in the House, Senate and state-wide seats.
By Nikhilesh De 11/4/2026, 12:00:00 AM
BTCPay Server 2.4.7 Security Release Adds Urgency for Self-Hosted Merchants
BTCPay Server’s 2.4.7 release published in late October includes security fixes following a broad review of reported issues.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/4/2026, 12:00:00 AM
RUNE rallies 15% as THORChain restarts most swaps after halt
THORChain has restored trading on Bitcoin, Ethereum and several other networks following a refund bug, while three chains remain paused.
By Felix Ng 11/3/2026, 11:56:09 PM
CrowdStrike unveils AI kill switch to rein in rogue agents
CrowdStrike's AI kill switch underscores the growing need for robust oversight mechanisms as AI systems gain more autonomy in decision-making. The post CrowdStrike unveils AI kill switch to rein in rogue agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/3/2026, 11:45:54 PM
PIMCO CEO warns AI spending spree could end in a downturn
The AI investment surge risks financial instability, potentially triggering a market downturn if borrowing costs rise or geopolitical tensions escalate. The post PIMCO CEO warns AI spending spree could end in a downturn appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/3/2026, 11:41:24 PM
Coinbase XRP looked cheap on Nov. 2 despite identical market value
At the November 2 close, an independent comparison narrows XRP’s Coinbase discount from 0.168% to 0.006% after converting USDT into dollars. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Gino Matos 11/3/2026, 11:40:07 PM
Ethereum Foundation highlights wallet protocols for enhanced privacy
Ethereum's push for accessible privacy tools could democratize blockchain privacy, impacting user security and market adoption significantly. The post Ethereum Foundation highlights wallet protocols for enhanced privacy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 11/3/2026, 11:33:46 PM
CoinDesk poll finds voters skeptical of crypto as midterms approach
Voter skepticism and regulatory distrust highlight crypto's struggle for mainstream acceptance and political influence, impacting its future growth. The post CoinDesk poll finds voters skeptical of crypto as midterms approach appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 11/3/2026, 11:28:53 PM
Super Micro’s AI boom leans heavily on one giant customer
Super Micro's reliance on a single customer for significant revenue growth highlights potential risks in customer concentration and market dependency. The post Super Micro’s AI boom leans heavily on one giant customer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/3/2026, 11:27:06 PM
Democrat James Talarico hits record high in Texas Senate race
Talarico's surge in the Texas Senate race signals a potential shift in political dynamics, challenging Republican dominance in the state. The post Democrat James Talarico hits record high in Texas Senate race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 11/3/2026, 11:23:06 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: US-led selling keeps ETH below $2,309 realized price
Ethereum (ETH) faces pressure near $2,300 on Tuesday as it struggles to recover its realized price.
By N/A 11/3/2026, 11:21:22 PM
What voters said about their views on crypto
A CoinDesk-commissioned poll from April sheds light on how voters — who aren't necessarily part of the crypto sector — view this industry.
By Nikhilesh De 11/3/2026, 11:19:44 PM
AMD’s Lisa Su says largest customers are already talking MI500 and MI600
AMD's proactive engagement with major clients on future chip generations could solidify long-term partnerships, influencing market dynamics. The post AMD’s Lisa Su says largest customers are already talking MI500 and MI600 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/3/2026, 11:19:38 PM
AMD CFO declines to provide 2027 gross-margin outlook
AMD's future profitability hinges on the uncertain revenue mix of its product lines, impacting investor confidence and strategic planning. The post AMD CFO declines to provide 2027 gross-margin outlook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/3/2026, 11:18:15 PM
Tron Founder Justin Sun Seeks Sanctions Against Trump-Backed World Liberty Financial
Tron founder Justin Sun is seeking nearly $264,000 in sanctions against World Liberty Financial and its attorneys, accusing the Trump family-backed cryptocurrency company of withholding information about its United Arab Emirates ownership ties until months into a lawsuit over his frozen WLFI tokens. Sun Seeks Sanctions In a motion filed Monday in...
By Andrew Hayward 11/3/2026, 11:15:39 PM
AMD forecasts about 50% annual growth in server CPU market through 2030
AMD's projected server CPU market growth highlights a shift in AI spending, emphasizing CPUs' rising importance alongside AI accelerators. The post AMD forecasts about 50% annual growth in server CPU market through 2030 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/3/2026, 11:12:54 PM
Binance hack highlights risks of tokenized assets amid North Korean thefts
The Binance hack underscores the urgent need for enhanced security measures and regulatory frameworks to protect tokenized assets globally. The post Binance hack highlights risks of tokenized assets amid North Korean thefts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 11/3/2026, 11:06:26 PM
BitGo launches Bitcoin staking through Stacks for institutional clients
BitGo's Bitcoin staking could redefine institutional crypto engagement, balancing yield potential with liquidity and asset exposure risks. The post BitGo launches Bitcoin staking through Stacks for institutional clients appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 11/3/2026, 11:05:21 PM
US midterms election 2026 live: Mark Warner retains Virginia Senate seat
Follow live coverage of the 2026 US midterm elections, including key congressional races, crypto-backed candidates and what the results could mean for digital asset regulation.
By Felix Ng 11/3/2026, 11:01:32 PM
What happens if North Korea steals Wall Street's tokenized assets next
The $6.3 billion Binance hack showed how quickly cryptocurrencies can disappear on blockchain rails. Tokenized securities may offer better recourse than crypto after a theft, but the markets around them can still break down when stress hits.
By Krisztian Sandor 11/3/2026, 11:00:07 PM
Aave Freezes New tBTC Supply and Borrowing After Mint-and-Redeem Pause
Aave contributors said the protocol had frozen additional tBTC supply and borrowing in its Ethereum Core market after Threshold’s temporary pause of the…
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/3/2026, 11:00:00 PM
AMD expects 2027 operating expenses to grow slower than revenue
AMD's strategic focus on data center growth and efficient spending could enhance its competitive edge and profitability in the AI market. The post AMD expects 2027 operating expenses to grow slower than revenue appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/3/2026, 10:53:44 PM
Ocelot launches leveraged trading on Solana across 25+ assets
Ocelot's launch on Solana could democratize leveraged trading, offering broader access but shifting trust to platform-managed risk controls. The post Ocelot launches leveraged trading on Solana across 25+ assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 11/3/2026, 10:42:38 PM
US Embassy warns of potential Houthi attacks on Saudi airports
Heightened Houthi threats could destabilize Saudi aviation, impacting regional security and global market perceptions of Middle Eastern stability. The post US Embassy warns of potential Houthi attacks on Saudi airports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 11/3/2026, 10:41:28 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 Yohan Yun 11/3/2026, 10:39:18 PM
Mercado Bitcoin Assures Users Won’t Lose Funds Following $38M Security Breach
The exchange says services will resume only when full security conditions are met.
By Chayanika Deka 11/3/2026, 10:35:53 PM
Byron Donalds leads Florida governor race against David Jolly
A Donalds victory could solidify Republican influence in Florida, impacting future state policies and national political dynamics. The post Byron Donalds leads Florida governor race against David Jolly appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 11/3/2026, 10:34:09 PM
Binance relied on AI to fight fraud before hackers exploited internal tool in $6 billion theft
Hackers exploited Binance's internal artificial intelligence tools to compromise engineers before stealing $6.34 billion in cryptocurrency, the exchange disclosed. In its Nov. 3 security report, Binance said attackers used a compromised employee computer and an internal AI tool on Oct. 20 to take control of two engineers responsible for its wallet...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 11/3/2026, 10:30:31 PM
Why Germany’s Top Stock Exchange Predicts $9 XRP
Regulatory licensing momentum & XRPL’s intended role as core settlement infrastructure serve as key catalysts. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 11/3/2026, 10:29:00 PM
BNB Standard adds Anthony Scaramucci to its board as an independent director
Scaramucci's appointment may enhance investor confidence in BNB Standard's concentrated crypto strategy, bridging traditional finance and digital assets. The post BNB Standard adds Anthony Scaramucci to its board as an independent director appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 11/3/2026, 10:28:07 PM
xAI turns retired 747 jet engines into power plants for its Memphis AI complex
xAI's innovative repurposing of jet engines highlights the tension between rapid AI infrastructure expansion and environmental regulatory challenges. The post xAI turns retired 747 jet engines into power plants for its Memphis AI complex appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/3/2026, 10:23:09 PM
AMD expects data center to top 80% of revenue by 2027
AMD's shift to data centers signals a strategic pivot, intensifying competition with Nvidia and Intel in the lucrative server CPU market. The post AMD expects data center to top 80% of revenue by 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/3/2026, 10:22:46 PM
AMD says EPYC Venice draws its strongest early demand yet, with 240-plus platforms committed
AMD's EPYC Venice success highlights the growing demand for advanced CPUs in AI and data centers, potentially reshaping the server market. The post AMD says EPYC Venice draws its strongest early demand yet, with 240-plus platforms committed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/3/2026, 10:20:14 PM
CFTC gets into legal clash over stock perps after having cleared path for crypto version
A group backed by Citadel Securities and other firms sued the U.S. derivatives regulator for opening a path for perps that it argued belong in the SEC's hands.
By Jesse Hamilton 11/3/2026, 10:14:44 PM