Blast shuts down $20M layer-2 network, forcing Oct. 26 exit deadline
Users face a temporary withdrawal pause before an Oct. 26 deadline to exit through Blast’s normal interface. The post Blast shuts down $20M layer-2 network, forcing Oct. 26 exit deadline appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/2/2026, 11:10:14 PM
Anthropic co-founder Chris Olah fears Claude may be suffering
Olah's concerns about AI suffering prompt ethical debates, influencing AI development, regulation, and philosophical discourse on machine sentience. The post Anthropic co-founder Chris Olah fears Claude may be suffering appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 10:56:45 PM
MIT and Sakana AI’s SIFT framework cuts the cost of judging self-improving coding agents
SIFT's cost-effective evaluation method democratizes AI self-improvement, potentially accelerating innovation by reducing resource barriers. The post MIT and Sakana AI’s SIFT framework cuts the cost of judging self-improving coding agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 10:56:12 PM
Why Does My Solana Wallet Have Less SOL Than Expected?
If your Solana wallet has less SOL than you expected, the difference is usually caused...
By ABC Presswire 10/2/2026, 10:53:56 PM
Why Is My Solana Token Balance Not Showing?
If your Solana token balance is not showing in your wallet, the tokens may still...
By ABC Presswire 10/2/2026, 10:51:33 PM
Why Does My Solana Wallet Have Empty Token Accounts?
If your Solana wallet shows empty token accounts, it usually means token accounts were created...
By ABC Presswire 10/2/2026, 10:49:27 PM
Why Does My Solana Wallet Show Multiple Accounts?
If your Solana wallet shows multiple accounts, it usually means the wallet is managing more...
By ABC Presswire 10/2/2026, 10:47:25 PM
Masked Robbers Threaten Pregnant Wife in UK Crypto Home Attack
The couple revealed chilling details of an attack that took place in December, saying that a group of thieves forced their way into the home and stole hundreds of thousands of pounds in cryptocurrency after threatening to kill the pregnant woman and her unborn child with a knife. Criminals Threatened to Kill Pregnant Woman […]
By Sergio Goschenko 10/2/2026, 10:40:20 PM
Why Does My Crypto Wallet Show the Wrong Token Balance?
If your crypto wallet shows the wrong token balance, it does not necessarily mean your...
By ABC Presswire 10/2/2026, 10:34:38 PM
Can Two Crypto Wallets Have the Same Address?
Yes, two crypto wallets can have the same address, but usually only when they are...
By ABC Presswire 10/2/2026, 10:32:06 PM
What Happens to a Crypto Transaction That Expires?
A crypto transaction that “expires” usually means it was not confirmed within the time period...
By ABC Presswire 10/2/2026, 10:29:12 PM
OpenAI’s Altman reaffirms close partnership with Cerebras
Altman's reaffirmation of OpenAI's partnership with Cerebras highlights the strategic importance of diversified supplier relationships in AI development. The post OpenAI’s Altman reaffirms close partnership with Cerebras appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 10:28:27 PM
Applied Digital stock rises 5% on Polaris Forge 1 update
The stock surge highlights investor confidence in Applied Digital's strategic expansion, potentially boosting long-term revenue and market position. The post Applied Digital stock rises 5% on Polaris Forge 1 update appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 10:27:34 PM
Why Does My Crypto Transaction Say “Dropped”?
If your crypto transaction says “Dropped,” it usually means the transaction was removed from the...
By ABC Presswire 10/2/2026, 10:27:02 PM
Can a Crypto Wallet Receive Money Without Gas Fees?
Yes. A crypto wallet can generally receive cryptocurrency without paying a gas fee. In a...
By ABC Presswire 10/2/2026, 10:23:31 PM
Why Does My Wallet Need BNB to Send USDT?
If your wallet holds USDT on the BNB Smart Chain (BSC), you generally need a...
By ABC Presswire 10/2/2026, 10:21:38 PM
ICBA sues OCC over crypto trust charters, raising regulatory concerns
The lawsuit underscores the ongoing struggle for regulatory clarity in the crypto sector, potentially hindering institutional adoption and innovation. The post ICBA sues OCC over crypto trust charters, raising regulatory concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/2/2026, 10:08:07 PM
IMF Praises El Salvador — But Still Tries To Scale Back Its Bitcoin Project
Bitcoin Magazine IMF Praises El Salvador — But Still Tries To Scale Back Its Bitcoin Project The International Monetary Fund approved a $139 million disbursement to El Salvador but still wants it to scale back its Bitcoin project. This post IMF Praises El Salvador — But Still Tries To Scale Back Its Bitcoin Project first appeared on Bitcoin...
By Mathew Di Salvo 10/2/2026, 10:01:18 PM
North Dakota’s Roughrider Coin Goes Live on Fiserv and Solana
More than 90 banks and credit unions across North Dakota will be able to access Roughrider Coin through Firsev's Commercial Center platform.
By Wayne Jones 10/2/2026, 9:58:39 PM
Robinhood Chain launches first Play2Earn game, Hollowfall, featuring $ORE token
Robinhood Chain's gaming venture could rejuvenate interest in Play2Earn models, impacting blockchain gaming's economic sustainability. The post Robinhood Chain launches first Play2Earn game, Hollowfall, featuring $ORE token appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/2/2026, 9:53:25 PM
Arbitrum pauses new Stylus activations in emergency security action
Arbitrum's security pause on Stylus activations highlights the critical balance between innovation and safeguarding network stability. The post Arbitrum pauses new Stylus activations in emergency security action appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/2/2026, 9:51:55 PM
Stablecoin issuers have replaced 40% of China’s lost US Treasury demand
Stablecoin issuers are emerging as a new source of demand for US government debt as foreign official holdings lose ground. Tether and Circle have increased their Treasury securities and repurchase-agreement holdings by about $200 billion over the past five years, equivalent to more than 40% of the decline in China’s Treasury holdings over the same...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/2/2026, 9:50:39 PM
Hispanic voters’ shift may boost Democrats in 2026 US midterms
Hispanic voters' shift towards Democrats could reshape political dynamics, challenging Republican strongholds and influencing future policy directions. The post Hispanic voters’ shift may boost Democrats in 2026 US midterms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/2/2026, 9:45:15 PM
Ripple President Speech Teased In Korea Blockchain Week
Monica Long is set to give a grandiose speech in Seoul this weekend. XRP Army’s got their ears peeled. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 10/2/2026, 9:42:00 PM
Microsoft’s X Account Hijacked to Promote Clippy Meme Coin
Does Clippy have a meme coin? No, but followers of Microsoft’s X account might have thought so on Thursday when the tech giant’s access was hijacked to promote an unauthorized crypto token. On Thursday, Microsoft’s official X account began making surprising moves, including following an account promoting an unofficial meme coin inspired by the […]
By Shiraz Jagati 10/2/2026, 9:40:55 PM
Chainlink SWIFT Deal Could Put LINK Closer to Thousands of Banks
Chainlink (LINK) is moving deeper into traditional finance after teaming up with Swift to help banks connect to its blockchain ledger.
By Newton Gitonga 10/2/2026, 9:33:40 PM
Canary amends PEPE ETF filing, signaling renewed crypto market confidence
The amended filing reflects growing institutional interest and could signal a shift towards a more favorable regulatory climate for crypto. The post Canary amends PEPE ETF filing, signaling renewed crypto market confidence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/2/2026, 9:31:07 PM
Absa becomes Africa’s first bank to offer Bitcoin custody services
Absa has become Africa’s first bank to offer Bitcoin custody, with BTC making up the largest share of assets held through its institutional service. Bloomberg reported on Oct. 2 that the Johannesburg-based lender is providing digital asset custody to institutional…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/2/2026, 9:23:39 PM
Bank group sues U.S. regulator over granting crypto trust charters
The Independent Community Bankers of America sued the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, accusing the regulator of overstepping its legal authority.
By Jesse Hamilton 10/2/2026, 9:23:20 PM
Strategy Moves $297M in Bitcoin After Latest Purchase; Should Traders Be Concerned?
Strategy has transferred 3,568 Bitcoin (BTC) worth roughly $297 million, just hours after the company added another 1,666 BTC to its massive holdings.
By Newton Gitonga 10/2/2026, 9:18:45 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: ETH erases gains as market discounts weak jobs report
Ethereum (ETH) briefly rose to $2,770 on Friday, its highest level in over a week, before easing down following a weak US jobs report for September.
By N/A 10/2/2026, 9:12:09 PM
Uniswap leads tokenized stock DEX trading with $17.1 billion in volume
The surge in tokenized stock trading on DEXs highlights a shift towards 24/7 markets, raising new compliance and liquidity challenges. The post Uniswap leads tokenized stock DEX trading with $17.1 billion in volume appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/2/2026, 9:10:12 PM
Anthropic to invest $100 million to train AI engineer talent
Anthropic's investment in AI training could enhance its market position, potentially boosting its valuation and influencing industry dynamics. The post Anthropic to invest $100 million to train AI engineer talent appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/2/2026, 9:09:50 PM
Dormant Bitcoin Wallet Holding 600 BTC Awakens After 14 Years as Price Hits $87,000
A Bitcoin (BTC) wallet dormant for more than 14 years has suddenly become active, moving 600 BTC worth about $51.15 million as Bitcoin surged toward $87,000.
By Newton Gitonga 10/2/2026, 9:06:50 PM
Ethereum’s $2,800 Test Will Set the Tone for Altcoins This October
The second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization is hovering in a tight range below $2,700, signaling indecisiveness and, to some extent, exhaustion.
By Talha Arshad 10/2/2026, 9:00:27 PM
Novogratz Says Bitcoin May End 2026 Near $100K
Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz believes Bitcoin’s drop to roughly $60,000 marked the cycle low, predicting that the cryptocurrency could finish 2026 near $100,000 despite the possibility of another short-term pullback.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/2/2026, 8:55:35 PM
Backpack brings tokenized BlackRock shares to Solana
Tokenizing stocks on Solana could revolutionize trading by enabling 24/7 access and integration with DeFi, challenging traditional markets. The post Backpack brings tokenized BlackRock shares to Solana appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/2/2026, 8:54:56 PM
UK banks eye faster settlement as 71% expect tokenization to reshape finance
UK financial institutions have identified faster settlement as tokenization’s biggest benefit, with 71% expecting the technology to reshape financial services. Lloyds Banking Group said in its Oct. 2 release, that its tenth annual Financial Institutions Sentiment Survey questioned 100 senior…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/2/2026, 8:50:12 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 Sam Bourgi 10/2/2026, 8:46:58 PM
September and October Usher in the Most Bullish Bitcoin Price Predictions — Details
Bitcoin has entered the final quarter of the year and has been the topic of conversation amongst leading market players.
By Olivia Brooke 10/2/2026, 8:41:25 PM
European crypto users have ‘more faith’ in regulated firms under MiCA: Bitpanda co-CEO
Speaking on Cointelegraph’s Chain Reaction, Christian Trummer said MiCA has increased trust in regulated platforms and called for stricter enforcement against noncompliant firms.
By Nate Kostar 10/2/2026, 8:40:47 PM
Aave Founder Warns EU MiCA Review Could Restrict DeFi Access
Aave founder Stani Kulechov is criticizing proposals from European regulators that could extend restrictions on stablecoin yield and place new controls around access to DeFi. MiCA Review Puts DeFi Access in Focus Aave founder Stani Kulechov is warning that Europe risks regulating the openness of decentralized finance. Kulechov shared an X thread...
By Emmanuel Musa 10/2/2026, 8:40:38 PM
Nscale hires former Meta executive Justin Osofsky as COO ahead of US IPO
Nscale's strategic leadership shift signals potential volatility in executive stability, impacting investor confidence ahead of its ambitious IPO. The post Nscale hires former Meta executive Justin Osofsky as COO ahead of US IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 8:31:40 PM
Bitcoin’s $85,000 sell wall is gone and traders are now betting on $100,000
Bitcoin’s rally is approaching a $90,000 test as a rare accumulation pattern reappears and sell-side liquidity thins. On Oct. 2, Bitcoin registered an intraday high at $87,000 after buyers broke through a sell wall around $85,000 that had stalled several previous attempts to advance. Glassnode said some of those orders were filled and the...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/2/2026, 8:30:33 PM
Powerus went public Thursday. By Friday, its shares were on Solana
Powerus' rapid transition to tokenized shares on Solana highlights the growing shift towards blockchain-enabled financial democratization. The post Powerus went public Thursday. By Friday, its shares were on Solana appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Han Kao 10/2/2026, 8:27:52 PM
BIS finds 55.2% of AI funding comes from other AI firms
AI sector's self-funding raises concerns about financial stability, investment concentration, and potential market opacity, despite strategic benefits. The post BIS finds 55.2% of AI funding comes from other AI firms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 8:25:47 PM
Ethereum Foundation and OA Launch zkAPI for Private AI Payment
zkAPI keeps prompts awayy from payment servers, but AI providers can read submitted content and may connect sessions through repeated details.
By Wayne Jones 10/2/2026, 8:16:38 PM
Apple to tighten Mac full disk access over AI agent risks
Apple's move to restrict Mac's Full Disk Access highlights growing privacy concerns as AI agents seek deeper integration with user data. The post Apple to tighten Mac full disk access over AI agent risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 8:13:32 PM
Trump on diesel: We’re not going to be doing the export ban
Trump's decision against a diesel export ban eases market fears, signaling a preference for alternative strategies to manage fuel prices. The post Trump on diesel: We’re not going to be doing the export ban appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/2/2026, 8:03:11 PM
Anchorage Digital reportedly cuts 17% of staff amid crypto downturn
Anchorage Digital has reportedly cut 17% of its workforce after securing a $100 million Tether investment earlier this year. The Information reported on Oct. 2, citing people familiar with the matter, that McCauley had told employees about the layoffs during…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/2/2026, 8:00:00 PM