BTC Price Prediction: MACD Flatlines at $81,882 as Open Interest Jumps 5.5% — Can Bulls Reclaim the Moving Average Stack?
Bitcoin slipped 0.78% to $81,882.22 on Binance spot markets as its MACD histogram reached exactly zero, signalling a complete stall in directional momentum. A simultaneous 5.53% surge in open inter... (Read More)
By N/A 10/23/2026, 7:08:04 AM
Strategy acquires 122,578 Bitcoin since July 2025 IPO
Strategy's aggressive Bitcoin accumulation could significantly impact its stock value and market perception, influencing broader crypto investment trends. The post Strategy acquires 122,578 Bitcoin since July 2025 IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/23/2026, 7:05:52 AM
$6,520,000 Drained From First Horizon Customer’s Accounts After He’s Impersonated in Calls to the Bank, According to Lawsuit
Scammers drained millions from a business owner’s bank accounts through a series of fraudulent wire transfers after impersonating him in phone calls to the lender. The post $6,520,000 Drained From First Horizon Customer’s Accounts After He’s Impersonated in Calls to the Bank, According to Lawsuit appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Agent 10/23/2026, 7:04:52 AM
CME backed industry group urges CFTC to block Kalshi oil futures plan
A group representing major US commodity exchanges has urged the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to reject Kalshi’s proposed oil perpetual futures contract over concerns about market integrity. According to Bloomberg, the Commodity Markets Council (CMC), whose members include CME Group…
By Rony Roy 10/23/2026, 6:32:00 AM
Old wallet addresses trap CoinDCX users, triggering potential losses
The exchange says a failed deposit-sweeping process caused losses it absorbed, while ZachXBT's $15.8 million allegation remains unreconciled. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/23/2026, 6:30:31 AM
A New Soft Underwater Robot Swims in 3D With Just Two Pneumatic Actuators
North Carolina State University has built a soft underwater robot that hits 1.64 body lengths per second and can rotate about 90 degrees per second while steering in 3D using just two pneumatic actuators. The prototype pairs those drives with four elastic, feather star-inspired wings, leaning on mechanical intelligence in its structure rather than...
By Guest Author 10/23/2026, 6:30:13 AM
XRP Expert Debunks Persistent Myth
Prominent XRP Ledger validator Vet has debunked a persistent misconception about XRP's role in the network, explaining why growing adoption could eventually benefit the token's price.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/23/2026, 6:29:35 AM
AI stock sell-off in Asia prompts shift to safer assets like US Treasuries
The AI stock sell-off in Asia highlights growing investor caution, potentially impacting future AI investments and economic stability. The post AI stock sell-off in Asia prompts shift to safer assets like US Treasuries appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/23/2026, 6:28:08 AM
Millions of Cyberattack Attempts Target Websites as Critical PHP Flaws Threaten Crypto Platforms
Cloudflare logged millions of attempts to exploit two critical PHP flaws after fixes went out on Wednesday, as SlowMist urged crypto platforms, DeFi projects and wallet providers to patch. The post Millions of Cyberattack Attempts Target Websites as Critical PHP Flaws Threaten Crypto Platforms appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 10/23/2026, 6:25:27 AM
Why is Zcash price down today? ZEC open interest falls 12%
Zcash price falls 3.78% to $1,225 as futures open interest drops 12.45%. ZEC faces $1,250 resistance, with traders watching the NU7 upgrade.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/23/2026, 6:21:12 AM
Ethereum Delays Glamsterdam Hoodi Fork as Developers Test EIP-8037
Mainnet ETH holders and users do not need to take any action, since this change only touches the Hoodi test network and its operators.
By Wayne Jones 10/23/2026, 6:20:18 AM
US public pensions gain $138B from AI stocks despite political scrutiny: WSJ
AI stock gains bolster public pensions, highlighting tension between financial benefits and political scrutiny over AI's societal impact. The post US public pensions gain $138B from AI stocks despite political scrutiny: WSJ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/23/2026, 6:19:46 AM
Iran unveils underground drone facility amid regional tensions
Iran's drone facility signals potential shifts in regional power dynamics, possibly affecting Houthi strategies and market perceptions. The post Iran unveils underground drone facility amid regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/23/2026, 6:19:21 AM
OpenAI and Poland’s NASK partner on AI safety and security
OpenAI and Poland’s NASK said they are partnering on AI safety, security and technical research to strengthen safeguards and digital resilience. (Read More)
By N/A 10/23/2026, 6:17:57 AM
Bitcoin Struggles Near US$80K as AI Sell-Off Hits Markets and ETFs Lose US$636 Million
Bitcoin nears US$80K as global stocks slide and ETF outflows erase much of this week's gains, with traders bracing for further losses ahead of the Fed meeting. The post Bitcoin Struggles Near US$80K as AI Sell-Off Hits Markets and ETFs Lose US$636 Million appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Aaron Feuerstein 10/23/2026, 6:15:40 AM
Asian shares wobble as AI spending fears spark biggest Treasury rally in over three years
Investor shift towards safety amid AI spending concerns highlights a preference for stability over growth, impacting global market dynamics. The post Asian shares wobble as AI spending fears spark biggest Treasury rally in over three years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/23/2026, 6:14:16 AM
Aave V4 launches first externally curated lending markets with Sentora
Aave has launched its first externally curated lending markets on V4 through a partnership with institutional DeFi platform Sentora, allowing users to borrow three stablecoins against selected crypto assets on Ethereum. According to Aave’s official announcement, Sentora is managing three…
By Rony Roy 10/23/2026, 6:09:57 AM
Pepe Price Forecast: PEPE eyes triangle breakout rally amid mixed whale activity
Pepe (PEPE) shows signs of recovery on Friday after a 5% decline the previous day, which keeps the price trapped in a symmetrical triangle pattern.
By N/A 10/23/2026, 6:08:14 AM
Chainlink Price Forecast: LINK rebounds as LG CNS partnership boosts ecosystem outlook
Chainlink (LINK) rebounds slightly, trading above $18 on Friday after testing the key support zone the previous day. The recovery follows a strategic partnership between LG CNS and Chainlink to advance South Korea’s $68 billion digital asset market, boosting ecosystem outlook.
By N/A 10/23/2026, 6:01:36 AM
JPMorgan Warns US Crypto Regulatory Gains Could Be Reversed After 2028 Election
JPMorgan warns US crypto regulation remains vulnerable to political change without the Clarity Act, despite agencies advancing rules within their existing powers. The post JPMorgan Warns US Crypto Regulatory Gains Could Be Reversed After 2028 Election appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Aaron Feuerstein 10/23/2026, 5:59:56 AM
Meta paper reveals AI agents improve learning through hindsight review
AI agents' ability to learn from past mistakes without external feedback could revolutionize autonomous decision-making and adaptability. The post Meta paper reveals AI agents improve learning through hindsight review appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/23/2026, 5:58:16 AM
BNB Chain ranks No. 1 in tokenized stocks by volume, supply and holders in Q3
BNB Chain leads Q3 tokenized equity trading with $25.6B in volume, $1.13B in supply and 1.8M holders, according to Blockworks' quarterly report.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/23/2026, 5:45:56 AM
Solana Activates Major Upgrade Targeting 150-Millisecond Transaction Finality
Solana switched its consensus to Alpenglow on Wednesday, targeting transaction finality in about 150 milliseconds, down from 12.8 seconds, in its largest consensus upgrade since its 2020 launch. The post Solana Activates Major Upgrade Targeting 150-Millisecond Transaction Finality appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 10/23/2026, 5:45:12 AM
Jameson Lopp warns Bitcoin holders against giving up self custody
Casa chief security officer Jameson Lopp has urged Bitcoin holders not to abandon self custody in favor of ETFs and third party custodians following a series of cryptocurrency wallet security incidents. In an October 22 open letter addressed to Casa…
By Rony Roy 10/23/2026, 5:34:15 AM
Kraken Eyes Kazakhstan Market After Country Tightens Crypto Rules
Kraken’s parent company, Payward, has received in-principle approval to expand into Kazakhstan, a country that once controlled roughly 18% of global bitcoin mining activity. Thursday’s announcement positions the exchange to offer trading, investment services, and digital asset custody in a market that has shifted from attracting miners with cheap...
By Jamie Redman 10/23/2026, 5:30:12 AM
Ethereum delays Glamsterdam test upgrade over security concerns
The delay highlights concerns over Ethereum's stability, impacting market confidence and casting doubt on its near-term technological roadmap. The post Ethereum delays Glamsterdam test upgrade over security concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/23/2026, 5:17:00 AM
Bitcoin to Dodge AI Crash, Analyst Says
CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju believes Bitcoin could weather a potential AI bubble collapse, arguing that BTC's failure to participate in the AI stock rally may shield it from a major sell-off.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/23/2026, 5:16:11 AM
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 Ezra Reguerra 10/23/2026, 5:15:14 AM
Circle expands Alliance Program with eight new partner benefits
Circle adds eight new partner benefits and a private Alliance Hub, offering early product access, improved support and networking across its stablecoin ecosystem.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/23/2026, 5:10:17 AM
Ethereum delays Glamsterdam Hoodi testnet launch over security risks
ChainSecurity said it identified 13 real-world examples of smart contracts potentially affected by Glamsterdam’s gas changes and is coordinating responsible disclosure with affected projects.
By Ezra Reguerra 10/23/2026, 5:09:41 AM
Polymarket has reportedly fired its marketing chief, also a close friend of the CEO
Matthew Modabber was reportedly ousted after an internal probe of several instances of misconduct, according to the New York Post.
By Omkar Godbole 10/23/2026, 5:01:19 AM
Ethereum delays Glamsterdam test after security devs flag risk to existing contracts
Developers canceled Monday's Hoodi activation after researchers showed how new gas rules could let smart contracts permanently record failed operations.
By Shaurya Malwa 10/23/2026, 4:59:34 AM
Toto Finance seeks $5M from Cardano treasury for copper reserve
Cardano's treasury decision could redefine its role, balancing between funding innovation and engaging in speculative investments, impacting future allocations. The post Toto Finance seeks $5M from Cardano treasury for copper reserve appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/23/2026, 4:58:40 AM
Ethereum postpones Glamsterdam after EIP-8037 raises security concerns
Ethereum postpones Glamsterdam's October 26 Hoodi testnet upgrade over EIP-8037 compatibility concerns, with no new mainnet activation date confirmed.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/23/2026, 4:38:32 AM
Cardano holders are being asked to bet $5 million on copper hitting a new record
Toto Finance wants 22 million ADA from Cardano’s treasury to buy tokenized copper, and the metal would have to trade well above its all-time high for holders to get their money back.
By Shaurya Malwa 10/23/2026, 4:36:51 AM
Bitcoin Core changes security policy as AI makes bugs easier to find
Bitcoin Core says keeping certain vulnerabilities secret no longer offers much protection in the wake of AI-assisted bug hunting.
By Felix Ng 10/23/2026, 4:34:14 AM
UV-Activated Carbon Composite Breaks Down ‘Forever Chemicals’ by 90% in Lab Tests
A UV-driven composite built from graphene aerogel and the titanium metal-organic framework MIL-125-NH2(Ti) achieved a 90.2% defluorination rate for PFOA in lab tests. The material, developed by teams at Wuxi University, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, and Nanjing University, also broke down shorter-chain PFAS such as PFHxA (65.3%)...
By Guest Author 10/23/2026, 4:30:16 AM
CZ says AI hacking fears in crypto are overblown, warns phishing is the real threat
AI's role in crypto threats highlights the need for vigilance against phishing and social engineering, emphasizing user awareness and system updates. The post CZ says AI hacking fears in crypto are overblown, warns phishing is the real threat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/23/2026, 4:23:43 AM
Spot Bitcoin ETFs shed $635 million on October 22, with BlackRock’s IBIT leading the exodus
The significant outflow from Bitcoin ETFs highlights potential volatility in institutional sentiment, raising questions about market stability. The post Spot Bitcoin ETFs shed $635 million on October 22, with BlackRock’s IBIT leading the exodus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/23/2026, 4:22:25 AM
Ethereum postpones Glamsterdam testnet activation on Hoodi
Ethereum has postponed the Glamsterdam upgrade on the Hoodi testnet, pulling a planned 200 million gas-limit test scheduled for October 26 off the calendar. Core [...]
By Tomas Reiner 10/23/2026, 4:20:21 AM
NEAR proposal slashes yield by 36%, dividing network validators
HSP-029 would gradually cut the annual issuance cap by 36%, while tokens bought and held or staked remain in total supply. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/23/2026, 4:10:18 AM
80% of XAO DAO’s XRP Treasury Set for Firelight Deployment
XAO DAO says several proposals have passed in the last couple of weeks, and a community forum is now live, calling it a huge milestone.
By Wayne Jones 10/23/2026, 4:09:15 AM
Top 3 Price Predictions: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC, ETH and XRP rebound as major support levels cap recent sell-off
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) rebound modestly on Friday after correcting and testing their key support zone the previous day. BTC holds the 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA), ETH finds support around the 100-day EMA, while XRP holds the horizontal floor near $1.300.
By N/A 10/23/2026, 4:06:32 AM
InDrive plans 2027 robotaxi tests in Kazakhstan with Pony.ai and Nvidia
InDrive's robotaxi tests in Kazakhstan could accelerate autonomous vehicle adoption, influencing global ride-hailing and AI integration trends. The post InDrive plans 2027 robotaxi tests in Kazakhstan with Pony.ai and Nvidia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/23/2026, 4:03:35 AM
Why Hyperliquid is losing RWA market share to centralized exchanges
Hyperliquid (HYPE) is losing market share in real-world asset (RWA) perpetual futures to centralized exchanges (CEXs) even as the overall financial market faces pressure.
By N/A 10/23/2026, 4:00:41 AM
Nasdaq CEO warns against tokenized stock derivatives that obscure market trading
Tokenized derivatives risk market fragmentation, reducing transparency and liquidity, potentially undermining investor confidence and market stability. The post Nasdaq CEO warns against tokenized stock derivatives that obscure market trading appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/23/2026, 3:58:21 AM
Cardano Price Forecast: Whale selling deepens ADA correction
Cardano (ADA) edges higher by nearly 2% on Friday, following a roughly 6% decline the previous day. The pullback aligns with the sell-side appeal among large-wallet investors, commonly referred to as whales, and Cardano derivatives.
By N/A 10/23/2026, 3:42:03 AM
Colombian Police Dismantle $42M Crypto Drug Laundering Ring
The operation involved movements across four different locations to capture “Gallo,” the head of an organization accused of drug trafficking and crypto laundering in Puerto Rico, and Nassim Vasquez, indicted in New York for laundering over $42 million with cryptocurrency. Colombia Announces Eight Detentions Involved in Laundering Money From Drug...
By Sergio Goschenko 10/23/2026, 3:30:19 AM
$383 million in crypto longs liquidated in 24 hours
The liquidation of leveraged crypto longs highlights market volatility and the risks of over-leveraging, potentially deterring speculative trading. The post $383 million in crypto longs liquidated in 24 hours appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/23/2026, 3:27:20 AM
Bitcoin, gold trim early losses as yen gives up gains. Oil stays near $100
Bitcoin and gold pared early losses as the yen gave up gains and Asian stocks rebounded, though oil near $100 keeps inflation risks in focus.
By Omkar Godbole 10/23/2026, 3:13:01 AM