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 tightens Mac full disk access as AI agents push for deeper data reach
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 tightens Mac full disk access as AI agents push for deeper data reach 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
US Midterms: Stand With Crypto Backs Bipartisan Slate After Senate Bill Fails
Following the U.S. Senate’s failure to reach the 60 votes required to pass the CLARITY Act, Stand With Crypto has unveiled an expanded slate of pro-crypto candidates it’s backing in the midterm elections. Stand With Crypto Endorses Bipartisan Candidates Ahead of Midterm Elections Stand With Crypto (SWC), an American crypto advocacy organization,...
By Terence Zimwara 10/2/2026, 7:40:17 PM
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce exits after eight years as crypto’s most prominent regulatory ally
Peirce's departure may slow crypto regulation progress, impacting SEC's ability to swiftly implement clear digital asset guidelines. The post SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce exits after eight years as crypto’s most prominent regulatory ally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/2/2026, 7:39:31 PM
Claude Sonnet 5.5 takes third place on Arena’s Agent Arena leaderboard
Anthropic's dominance in AI model performance highlights competitive pressures on cost efficiency and innovation in the AI industry. The post Claude Sonnet 5.5 takes third place on Arena’s Agent Arena leaderboard appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 7:38:16 PM
Algorand Breaks a Trend Lid, Analyst Maps $2.37
Algorand’s multi-month trend lid may get blown off, pushing the altcoin towards a target beyond all-time high. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 10/2/2026, 7:37:00 PM
SEC signals more crypto proposals after custody rule overhaul
The SEC's ongoing crypto regulatory efforts could reshape asset custody norms, influencing market dynamics and compliance strategies. The post SEC signals more crypto proposals after custody rule overhaul appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/2/2026, 7:21:44 PM
Whale stakes $1 million in SOL to a new Solana validator
The shift towards organic delegations may challenge decentralization, potentially concentrating power among well-funded validators. The post Whale stakes $1 million in SOL to a new Solana validator appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/2/2026, 7:20:44 PM
Community bankers sue OCC over crypto trust charters
The lawsuit could reshape regulatory landscapes, impacting how digital asset firms integrate into traditional banking systems and consumer protections. The post Community bankers sue OCC over crypto trust charters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/2/2026, 7:18:52 PM
Meta shares research papers on AI helping solve open math problems
AI's role in solving complex math problems highlights its potential to enhance human research, fostering collaboration and innovation in academia. The post Meta shares research papers on AI helping solve open math problems appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 7:17:06 PM
When the Banks Don’t Work, Bitcoin Does: Cornell University’s Adoption Index
Bitcoin Magazine When the Banks Don’t Work, Bitcoin Does: Cornell University’s Adoption Index Cornell University spoke to 25,880 people about using bitcoin. While many don't understand the tech in depth, it's proving useful for some. This post When the Banks Don’t Work, Bitcoin Does: Cornell University’s Adoption Index first appeared on Bitcoin...
By Mathew Di Salvo 10/2/2026, 7:15:58 PM
Goolsbee says inflation going wrong way and stalled there
Persistent inflationary pressures may lead to sustained high interest rates, affecting global economic stability and monetary policy strategies. The post Goolsbee says inflation going wrong way and stalled there appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/2/2026, 7:12:33 PM
Crypto hackers exploit third-party Aave tool to steal 114 ETH
A third-party lending adapter built on Aave was exploited to steal about 114 ETH, worth over $300,000, while the protocol itself remained unaffected. On Oct. 2, blockchain security firm SlowMist said the attacker compromised two Safe multisig wallets through a flaw in the FlashLoopAdapter used with Aave v3 positions. The exploit allowed the...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/2/2026, 7:10:35 PM
Bitcoin price faces $86,500 hurdle as ETF buying returns
Bitcoin price has retreated toward $84,000 after reaching $87,220, while Bitfinex analysts have identified sustained buying above $86,500 as a condition for further gains. Bitfinex’s Analyst Team, in comments provided directly to crypto.news, said renewed U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF inflows…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/2/2026, 7:06:13 PM
Largest cluster of net long Ethereum positions sits at $2,538
Leveraged positions at key price points could trigger significant market volatility, influencing Ethereum's price dynamics and trader strategies. The post Largest cluster of net long Ethereum positions sits at $2,538 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/2/2026, 7:05:16 PM
Meet the New Bitcoin Treasury Firm That Already Plans to Sell BTC
Most bitcoin treasury companies follow the buy-and-try-to-hold model pioneered by Strategy, the publicly traded giant with nearly $72 billion worth of BTC. But a new entrant to the space says it already plans to sell acquired assets in an effort to beat bitcoin’s price moves. A Different Kind of Strategy On Friday, Supercycle Finance announced […]
By Andrew Hayward 10/2/2026, 7:00:25 PM
Bitcoin Crashes Below $84K as Crypto Liquidations Near $600M
Why is bitcoin down so much today despite the positive macro news in the US?
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/2/2026, 6:53:25 PM
SEC Proposes Rules That Could Change How Funds Custody Crypto
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins said that the proposed rule could "replace the grey of uncertainty created by custody rules crafted for a bygone era."
By Chayanika Deka 10/2/2026, 6:49:18 PM
Hester Peirce departs SEC after years of advocating for digital assets
Peirce's departure leaves the SEC with a narrowed perspective, potentially impacting future crypto regulation and innovation initiatives. The post Hester Peirce departs SEC after years of advocating for digital assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/2/2026, 6:44:39 PM
$4.2B crypto bank Anchorage Digital cuts 17% of workforce: Report
The reported cuts come as Anchorage expands its institutional footprint, including stablecoin issuance and a $100 million investment from Tether.
By Sam Bourgi 10/2/2026, 6:41:17 PM
Epoch AI data suggests chip stock could support over a billion AI agents
The rapid growth in AI chip infrastructure could revolutionize labor markets, potentially reducing costs and reshaping workforce dynamics. The post Epoch AI data suggests chip stock could support over a billion AI agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 6:39:45 PM
LetsExchange Has Shut Down, So Which Alternatives Offer the Experience Its Users Valued?
LetsExchange shuts down after five years. See what users valued and how SwapSpace, Exolix and Godex compare as new crypto swap alternatives.
By Crypto Daily 10/2/2026, 6:38:33 PM
Stability AI courts musicians with licensed tools and backing from all three major labels
Stability AI's partnerships with major labels could reshape the music industry by aligning AI innovation with traditional music business interests. The post Stability AI courts musicians with licensed tools and backing from all three major labels appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/2/2026, 6:34:22 PM
Delayed AI access could push Europe’s future tech jobs abroad, Brickken CEO warns
Brickken CEO Edwin Mata has warned that uneven access to three AI products, Dots, Muse, and Siri AI, could steer European companies’ future hiring and investment abroad. Edwin Mata, CEO and co-founder of Barcelona-based tokenization company Brickken, told crypto.news that…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/2/2026, 6:34:02 PM
Bitcoin jumps 42.9% in Q3 2026, leaving gold and stocks behind
Bitcoin's Q3 surge highlights its potential as a high-reward asset, but macroeconomic shifts and profit-taking could impact future performance. The post Bitcoin jumps 42.9% in Q3 2026, leaving gold and stocks behind appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/2/2026, 6:25:45 PM
Blast to wind down Ethereum L2 after costs outpace revenue
Once among Ethereum’s largest layer-2 networks by total value locked, Blast is urging users to move their assets to mainnet ahead of the shutdown.
By Nate Kostar 10/2/2026, 6:24:05 PM
Kraken parent Payward explores crypto and payments partnership with BNY
Kraken parent Payward has entered talks with BNY over a potential partnership covering six areas, including crypto custody, trading and payments, according to two people familiar with the discussions. Two people familiar with the matter said the proposed arrangement could…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/2/2026, 6:15:10 PM
Fidelity explores wider access to its Ethereum tokenized money market fund
Fidelity's move to broaden access to its tokenized fund could democratize investment opportunities, impacting the DeFi landscape significantly. The post Fidelity explores wider access to its Ethereum tokenized money market fund appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/2/2026, 6:12:32 PM
South Africa’s Absa Becomes First Bank on the Continent to Custody Bitcoin: Report
Bitcoin Magazine South Africa’s Absa Becomes First Bank on the Continent to Custody Bitcoin: Report South African bank Absa has become the first African lender to custody bitcoin, according to reports. As reported first by Bloomberg on Friday, the Johannesburg-based lender will serve institutional clients, mostly by custodying bitcoin — but other...
By Mathew Di Salvo 10/2/2026, 6:12:28 PM
Uniswap price eyes $10.30 as cup-and-handle forms
Uniswap price is testing a possible cup-and-handle setup near $8.92 as its September rally cools and a Japan-focused DeFi partnership advances. Uniswap’s rounded recovery meets resistance at $10.30 TradingView’s Binance UNI/USDT daily chart puts Uniswap at $8.926 on Oct. 2,…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/2/2026, 6:01:03 PM
SEC Proposes Last-Resort Crypto Self-Custody for Advisers and Funds
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed allowing investment advisers and regulated funds to self-custody crypto assets when no permitted custodian is available. The exception is designed partly for newer or less widely supported tokens, but would come with extensive operational requirements. Self-custody would be a fallback rather...
By Tanya Chepkova 10/2/2026, 6:00:00 PM
Another former GOP governor backs Hamilton over Marshall for Kansas Senate
The endorsements may signal a shift in political alliances, potentially altering the balance of power and influencing future bipartisan cooperation. The post Another former GOP governor backs Hamilton over Marshall for Kansas Senate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/2/2026, 5:59:17 PM