XRP Lands on Paxos, the Crypto Engine Behind PayPal, Venmo, and Schwab
XRP has gained another route into financial platforms after Paxos added the token to its crypto brokerage service. The regulated back end serves PayPal, Venmo, Interactive Brokers, Charles Schwab, and Mercado Libre, with partners now able to offer XRP. XRP Gains Buying, Selling, and Transfer Support Financial platforms working with Paxos can now...
By Kevin Helms 10/8/2026, 3:30:36 AM
Vitalik Buterin warns AI could weaken the math behind crypto security
AI advancements in math could accelerate cryptographic vulnerabilities, prompting urgent shifts in blockchain security strategies. The post Vitalik Buterin warns AI could weaken the math behind crypto security appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 3:23:59 AM
Fitch says power, not chips, will decide Taiwan’s AI data centre growth
Taiwan's AI data center expansion hinges on resolving energy constraints, highlighting the critical role of infrastructure in tech growth. The post Fitch says power, not chips, will decide Taiwan’s AI data centre growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 3:22:51 AM
BitGo and HashKey Cloud expand partnership to staking, custody and RWA tokenization
The expanded partnership could accelerate institutional adoption of blockchain technologies in Asia-Pacific, enhancing market integration and compliance. The post BitGo and HashKey Cloud expand partnership to staking, custody and RWA tokenization appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/8/2026, 3:18:18 AM
Houthis target Saudi airspace for military ops, exclude Mecca and Medina
The Houthi escalation in targeting Saudi airspace may intensify regional conflict dynamics, impacting diplomatic and market stability. The post Houthis target Saudi airspace for military ops, exclude Mecca and Medina appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 3:06:23 AM
Hyperliquid (HYPE), XRP, Zcash (ZEC) and Ethereum (ETH) Price Analysis for October 8: Market Retains Pressure
The cryptocurrency market is facing renewed selling pressure as several major assets test critical support levels.
By Arman Shirinyan 10/8/2026, 3:00:00 AM
Jake Chervinsky says Hyperliquid is infrastructure, not an exchange
Hyperliquid's infrastructure model could drive widespread adoption of blockchain tech in exchanges, reshaping regulatory and competitive landscapes. The post Jake Chervinsky says Hyperliquid is infrastructure, not an exchange appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 2:45:59 AM
FinCEN Kills $10,000 Private-Wallet Crypto Reporting Rule After Six Years in Limbo
FinCEN has withdrawn its 2020 proposal requiring reports on $10,000-plus crypto transfers to unhosted wallets, along with a 2023 mixer proposal. [...]
By Charles Kibue 10/8/2026, 2:35:17 AM
Standard Chartered to offer crypto custody services for institutional clients
Institutional crypto custody by banks like Standard Chartered may boost market legitimacy, potentially influencing crypto adoption and pricing trends. The post Standard Chartered to offer crypto custody services for institutional clients appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 2:34:50 AM
Peter Brandt Favors Monero Over XRP Despite Bullish Price Targets
Veteran trader Peter Brandt identifies a potential XRP move to $2.16 but warns that overhead selling pressure could obstruct its advance. He favors monero’s chart setup, viewing all of its comparable supply burden as already absorbed. Monero Gets Brandt’s Strongest Endorsement Monero drew veteran trader Peter Brandt’s strongest endorsement among...
By Kevin Helms 10/8/2026, 2:30:43 AM
Standard Chartered steps up digital asset custody offering in Singapore
Standard Chartered's expansion into digital asset custody in Singapore could enhance global trust and integration of crypto with traditional finance. The post Standard Chartered steps up digital asset custody offering in Singapore appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/8/2026, 2:29:32 AM
Charles Hoskinson pitches Night Mode as the next step beyond smart contracts at TOKEN2049
Hoskinson's Night Mode could redefine blockchain privacy, potentially expanding Cardano's reach but posing significant technical challenges. The post Charles Hoskinson pitches Night Mode as the next step beyond smart contracts at TOKEN2049 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 2:29:01 AM
Firmus closes books on struggling IPO amid investor concerns
Investor skepticism over Firmus' IPO highlights broader concerns about AI infrastructure valuations and financial sustainability in volatile markets. The post Firmus closes books on struggling IPO amid investor concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 2:19:17 AM
Binance’s Richard Teng says tokenized stock demand is strong, but information flow lags
The success of tokenized stocks hinges on improving information flow, crucial for accurate valuation and sustainable market growth. The post Binance’s Richard Teng says tokenized stock demand is strong, but information flow lags appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/8/2026, 2:15:20 AM
Grayscale Adds BitGo To Hyperliquid Staking ETF Custody Setup
Grayscale has added BitGo Bank & Trust as an additional custodian for a portion of the HYPE held by its Hyperliquid Staking ETF. The SEC filing shows how increasingly complex altcoin and staking products are building institutional custody structures around assets that once traded almost entirely inside crypto-native venues.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 2:00:00 AM
Tokenized Securities Firm KoreInside Targets Ethereum, Solana And Avalanche With New Web3 Partnership
KoreInside and Digital Motion have formed a partnership designed to help issuers move regulated tokenized securities onto public blockchains including Ethereum, Solana, Avalanche and Base. The collaboration combines securities compliance infrastructure with the technical systems needed to deploy and operate assets on-chain.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 2:00:00 AM
Franklin Templeton CEO says rival tokenized funds miss the point of blockchain
The shift towards native blockchain-based funds could redefine financial efficiency, offering real-time data and significantly reduced costs. The post Franklin Templeton CEO says rival tokenized funds miss the point of blockchain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/8/2026, 1:50:45 AM
Robinhood Puts $25M Into Bitcoin, Citing Belief in Crypto’s Future
Robinhood is adding bitcoin to its corporate assets, extending its exposure beyond the cryptocurrency services it offers customers. The allocation reflects a diversification strategy as the brokerage expands its digital asset business and trading infrastructure. Robinhood Puts Its Own Assets Into Bitcoin Bitcoin is becoming part of Robinhood’s...
By Kevin Helms 10/8/2026, 1:30:29 AM
How Third-Party Platforms Influence What AI Search Engines Cite
Why AI Engines Look Beyond a Brand’s Own Website AI search engines assemble answers from...
By Visionary Financial 10/8/2026, 1:26:54 AM
Hunter Biden LAPTOP Coin Surges 21% After Crash Forensic Report
Hunter Biden’s recently launched meme coin has rallied 21.11% in the day following a comprehensive forensic report on the recent 99% crash. Notably, the son of former US President Joe Biden launched the LAPTOP meme coin as a form of retaliation against President Donald Trump’s TRUMP meme coin and his politics. However, shortly after launch, …
By Steve Muchoki 10/8/2026, 1:10:20 AM
Cryptocurrencies face new security risk as Ethereum researcher warns of potential ECDSA break
Ethereum (ETH) researcher Justin Drake has urged the crypto industry to begin preparing for a potential breakthrough that could undermine the cryptographic systems securing digital assets.
By N/A 10/8/2026, 1:01:46 AM
Hashi Mainnet to Launch With $500M in Capital Backing, Adds Anchorage Digital to Coalition
Singapore, Singapore, 8th October 2026, Chainwire The post Hashi Mainnet to Launch With $500M in Capital Backing, Adds Anchorage Digital to Coalition appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Chainwire 10/8/2026, 1:00:13 AM
Avalanche Tokenized Treasury Market Reaches $545 Million After Rapid Growth
Tokenized US Treasury assets on Avalanche have reached roughly $545 million, according to data highlighted this week. The segment has expanded about fourfold over the past year, adding another example of institutional financial products moving onto public blockchain infrastructure.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Turkish Banking Giant Yapı Kredi Builds Regulated Crypto Trading Business
Yapı Kredi Kripto has selected Integral’s digital-asset technology to power pricing, liquidity and risk management for its upcoming regulated crypto trading service in Türkiye. The launch comes as the country builds a formal licensing framework for digital-asset providers.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Duke Energy strikes deal with tech giants to shield North Carolina customers from data center costs
The deal could set a precedent for balancing tech growth with consumer protection, influencing future utility cost-sharing frameworks nationwide. The post Duke Energy strikes deal with tech giants to shield North Carolina customers from data center costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 12:59:05 AM
Trump’s new AI czar heads to Silicon Valley for first sit-downs with top AI executives
Clayton's dual role may streamline AI policy but risks conflating national security with tech innovation, impacting regulatory balance. The post Trump’s new AI czar heads to Silicon Valley for first sit-downs with top AI executives appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 12:48:50 AM
XRP Whale Transfers off Binance Reach Highest Level in 7 Months
XRP whale withdrawals from Binance have surged to a seven-month high, a new analysis shows, raising questions about available trading supply. Persistent transfers away from the platform could reduce tokens readily available for sale, depending on their destinations. XRP Whales Move 1.38 Billion Coins Off Binance Large XRP withdrawals from crypto...
By Kevin Helms 10/8/2026, 12:40:05 AM
Blockchain and digital asset news outlet Cointelegraph explores sale: Report
Cointelegraph's traffic collapse highlights the risks of SEO penalties, impacting brand value and posing challenges for potential buyers in crypto media. The post Blockchain and digital asset news outlet Cointelegraph explores sale: Report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/8/2026, 12:40:03 AM
Crypto news site Cointelegraph seeks buyer after web traffic plunges
The amount of money the crypto media firm has been shopping itself for was not revealed.
By Ian Allison 10/8/2026, 12:35:24 AM
Ashley Hinson helped secure $209 million in funding to strengthen Iowa’s rural healthcare
The funding boost may enhance Hinson's appeal among rural voters, potentially influencing the tight Iowa Senate race dynamics. The post Ashley Hinson helped secure $209 million in funding to strengthen Iowa’s rural healthcare appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 12:34:25 AM
Hinson’s Medicaid cuts spotlighted in tight 2026 Iowa Senate race
The Medicaid cuts could sway voter sentiment, potentially boosting Democratic chances in the competitive Iowa Senate race. The post Hinson’s Medicaid cuts spotlighted in tight 2026 Iowa Senate race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 12:30:51 AM
Samsung Wallet brings USDC to 82 million Galaxy devices with Sui
Samsung's integration of USDC into its Wallet could accelerate mainstream adoption of stablecoins, contingent on regulatory approvals. The post Samsung Wallet brings USDC to 82 million Galaxy devices with Sui appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/8/2026, 12:25:27 AM
Vitalik Buterin says there’s a ‘good chance’ AI could break lattice cryptography within two years
AI advancements could necessitate a shift in cryptographic strategies, impacting blockchain security and broader digital infrastructures. The post Vitalik Buterin says there’s a ‘good chance’ AI could break lattice cryptography within two years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 12:17:09 AM
Vitalik Buterin backs crypto ‘bunker mode’ amid rapid AI math advances
Ethereum researchers say crypto users should consider moving funds to fresh addresses, warning AI could threaten private-key security before quantum computers do.
By Felix Ng 10/8/2026, 12:04:32 AM
Broadcom is lining up over $50 billion in financing for OpenAI’s custom AI chips
The financing move highlights the growing reliance on private credit for AI infrastructure, impacting competition and innovation in the AI sector. The post Broadcom is lining up over $50 billion in financing for OpenAI’s custom AI chips appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 12:04:21 AM
US government moves $470 million in seized crypto to Coinbase wallets, raising Bitcoin sale questions
The US government moved about $470 million in seized crypto to likely Coinbase Prime addresses, according to Arkham, reviving questions over potential asset sales. On Oct. 7, blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence said the transfers included Bitcoin, wrapped Bitcoin and USDT. Arkham linked the transferred assets to seizures involving the...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/8/2026, 12:00:12 AM
SoFi Co-Founder Mike Cagney Raises $19 Million For New On-Chain Finance Startup
Navra, the latest company led by SoFi and Figure co-founder Mike Cagney, has raised $19 million in Series A funding. The startup is building an interface intended to make on-chain lending, yield products and securities markets easier for traditional investors and institutions to access.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Metaplanet Sold 10,000 Bitcoin, Then Bought 11,000 Back. Here’s Why
Metaplanet disclosed that it sold 10,000 BTC during the third quarter for roughly $790 million before buying 11,000 BTC for around $950 million. The company says the exercise was designed to demonstrate that its Bitcoin treasury can provide liquidity when required, while leaving it with a net increase of 1,000 BTC.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Samsung quarterly profit surges to $80 billion on AI chip demand
Samsung's profit surge highlights the transformative impact of AI demand on tech giants, potentially reshaping global semiconductor markets. The post Samsung quarterly profit surges to $80 billion on AI chip demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 11:53:21 PM
Grayscale XRP ETF Adds In-Kind Transactions and New Custodian
Grayscale’s XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) has expanded how institutions exchange tokens for shares while adding another provider to safeguard its holdings. The changes could improve trading efficiency and broaden custody arrangements for the fund’s XRP holdings. GXRP Opens Direct XRP Exchanges Alongside Cash The Grayscale XRP Trust ETF (GXRP)...
By Kevin Helms 10/7/2026, 11:45:01 PM
Engineer Who Sabotaged Employer for Bitcoin Ransom Gets Prison Time
A former infrastructure engineer at a New Jersey-based industrial company has been sentenced to 32 months in federal prison after admitting that he sabotaged his employer’s computer systems—and demanded roughly $750,000 in bitcoin to stop the attack. Daniel Rhyne, 59, of Kansas City, Missouri, was sentenced Sept. 28 in federal court in Trenton...
By Andrew Hayward 10/7/2026, 11:05:22 PM
Arbitrum DAO Weighs 100 Million ARB Push To Make USDG A Core Stablecoin
Arbitrum has joined Paxos’ Global Dollar Network, and a new DAO proposal asks the community to back USDG as a strategic stablecoin for the ecosystem. The plan includes adding 100 million ARB to the DRIP incentive budget to support liquidity, integrations and adoption.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/7/2026, 11:00:00 PM
BitGo And HashKey Expand Asia Partnership Across Staking, Custody And Tokenization
BitGo and HashKey Cloud have expanded an earlier staking relationship into a broader Asia-Pacific partnership covering staking, trading, custody and real-world asset tokenization. HashKey will support validator services for eligible BitGo clients, initially across Ethereum and Solana.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/7/2026, 11:00:00 PM
Developer builds free Adobe Creative Cloud alternatives using Claude Opus 5.5
The emergence of open-source Adobe alternatives highlights AI's potential to democratize software development, challenging industry norms. The post Developer builds free Adobe Creative Cloud alternatives using Claude Opus 5.5 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 10:45:15 PM
OpenAI math breakthroughs raise ‘bunker mode’ alarm from Bitcoin researcher Justin Drake
OpenAI’s latest advances in mathematics have prompted a leading Ethereum researcher to warn that crypto’s core wallet security could face an unexpected AI threat. On Oct. 7, Ethereum researcher Justin Drake urged the blockchain industry to prepare for what he described as “bunker mode,” including a controlled migration of digital assets into fresh...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/7/2026, 10:24:45 PM
Saudi-led coalition destroys 82 Houthi military targets in Yemen
The coalition's actions may shift the conflict dynamics, potentially reducing Houthi advances and impacting regional stability and market perceptions. The post Saudi-led coalition destroys 82 Houthi military targets in Yemen appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/7/2026, 10:15:33 PM
Coinbase connects US traders to global derivatives liquidity
Coinbase's integration of global derivatives liquidity could significantly enhance US traders' market access, potentially boosting institutional participation and market efficiency. The post Coinbase connects US traders to global derivatives liquidity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/7/2026, 10:10:44 PM
Kalshi’s 15-Minute Gold Bets Top Ether as Fast Markets Drive Fees
Kalshi’s public data shows its 15-minute gold markets traded more contracts than their ether counterparts in September, their second month of operation. The short-duration markets now bring in most of the exchange’s non-sports fees. Gold Passes Ether in Its Second Month Kalshi’s 15-minute gold markets traded more contracts than its ether markets...
By Luci Kelemen 10/7/2026, 10:05:59 PM
Grok Bot gains native X search, analyzing more than 100 posts per prompt
Grok Bot's enhanced capabilities streamline data analysis, offering strategic insights for marketers and researchers, but posting limitations remain. The post Grok Bot gains native X search, analyzing more than 100 posts per prompt appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 10:05:32 PM
Orca and Loopscale merge into Formation, setting sights on AI, robotics and defense financing
Formation's focus on AI, robotics, and defense financing could reshape DeFi's role in traditional sectors, introducing new regulatory and credit risks. The post Orca and Loopscale merge into Formation, setting sights on AI, robotics and defense financing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/7/2026, 10:04:43 PM