Senate Democrats to investigate Trump’s oil profits amid rising gas prices
The investigation could heighten political tensions and influence market dynamics, impacting both oil prices and the Senate's power balance. The post Senate Democrats to investigate Trump’s oil profits amid rising gas prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 7:13:32 PM
Indian Exchange CoinDCX Admits $16M Hit After CEO Dismissed Suspicious Transfers
CoinDCX has confirmed a $16 million cryptocurrency loss just three days after its CEO dismissed suspicious wallet activity as a “false alarm.” The Indian exchange acknowledged that deposits had accumulated in compromised, supposedly retired wallets after an automated transfer system failed. CoinDCX says it absorbed the losses and customer balances...
By Jamie Redman 10/26/2026, 7:10:27 PM
Hyperliquid outlines Payward’s bid for first regulated US HIP-3 markets
Hyperliquid has outlined Payward’s plan to become its first CFTC-regulated HIP-3* market deployer, with Kraken’s parent seeking to offer onchain perpetual futures to US clients through Bitnomial, subject to regulatory approval. Hyperliquid said in an Oct. 26 X post that…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/26/2026, 7:06:54 PM
OCC urges US community banks to become stablecoin issuers before January 2027 deadline
Community banks face a pivotal choice: embrace stablecoin issuance to retain deposits or risk diminished lending capacity and community impact. The post OCC urges US community banks to become stablecoin issuers before January 2027 deadline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/26/2026, 7:03:25 PM
Anthropic plans unusual IPO lockup that lets some insiders sell early
Anthropic's IPO strategy could influence future tech IPOs by altering traditional lockup norms, impacting market dynamics and valuations. The post Anthropic plans unusual IPO lockup that lets some insiders sell early appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/26/2026, 7:01:41 PM
Tokenised US Stock Venues Must Give 30 Days’ Public Notice, SEC Clarifies
SEC staff guidance spells out a 30-day public-notice requirement for venues seeking to operate under the temporary tokenised-stock exemption.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/26/2026, 7:00:00 PM
NBA names Kalshi and Polymarket preferred exchanges amid state fights
The NBA has named Kalshi and Polymarket its two preferred prediction-market exchanges, giving both platforms access to official league data and U.S. marketing rights as Kalshi faces a Utah lawsuit seeking up to $61.2 million in allegedly unlawful fees. The…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/26/2026, 6:52:24 PM
Tesla-SpaceX merger hopes send ratings consistent with NO outcome support to 11-year low
The merger speculation could reshape market dynamics, influencing investor strategies and potentially redefining industry standards. The post Tesla-SpaceX merger hopes send ratings consistent with NO outcome support to 11-year low appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 6:50:35 PM
Ripple’s David Schwartz says heavy content filtering weakens protection from XRP scams
With nearly $443 billion estimated to be stolen by scammers globally in 2025, David Schwartz argued that excessive control by … Continue reading The post Ripple’s David Schwartz says heavy content filtering weakens protection from XRP scams appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 10/26/2026, 6:42:56 PM
Analyst Sets Downside Targets for 3 AI-Related Altcoins
Both VVV and TRAC need a 4-hour close below support to confirm the bearish read, while ARC needs a daily close below its price channel.
By Wayne Jones 10/26/2026, 6:42:43 PM
AI company Anthropic announces IPO, expected as early as November
The artificial intelligence company disclosed more than $16 billion in revenue and an $80 billion net loss for the first half of 2026.
By Turner Wright 10/26/2026, 6:42:41 PM
Strategy makes record $205 million STRC buyback as Strive spends $511 million on Bitcoin
Bitcoin treasury firms Strategy and Strive made record purchases last week, but directed their capital toward different assets. While Michael Saylor's Strategy intensified its preferred-stock buybacks, Strive accelerated its Bitcoin accumulation, highlighting diverging priorities in how the companies deploy capital. Strategy's STRC purchases...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/26/2026, 6:40:26 PM
South Korea’s Crypto Tax Faces Fourth Delay as 2029 Date Looms: Report
South Korea is preparing to push its cryptocurrency gains tax back for a fourth time, according to local reporting, potentially giving investors until 2029 before the government collects a dime. The proposed delay would extend a tax policy first scheduled to launch in 2022. A Crypto Tax That Keeps Missing Its Start Date According to […]
By Jamie Redman 10/26/2026, 6:35:58 PM
Anthropic files for US IPO amid rapid growth and rising costs
Anthropic's IPO highlights the tension between rapid AI growth and financial sustainability, impacting investor confidence and market valuation. The post Anthropic files for US IPO amid rapid growth and rising costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 6:35:20 PM
Credit default risk for AI companies surges to record highs
Rising credit risk for AI firms may signal broader financial instability, impacting investor confidence and future funding in the tech sector. The post Credit default risk for AI companies surges to record highs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 6:34:27 PM
Coinbase bank deals span PNC Bitcoin trading, Chase links and Citi payments
Coinbase has built partnerships with PNC, JPMorgan Chase, and Citi covering Bitcoin trading, account funding, and stablecoin payments, with PNC’s service allowing eligible private banking clients to buy, sell, and hold BTC inside its digital banking platform. PNC announced the…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/26/2026, 6:32:22 PM
MetaMask offers Anthropic pre-IPO perpetual contracts via Hyperliquid
The introduction of pre-IPO contracts for Anthropic may boost market engagement and liquidity, influencing perceptions of its future valuation. The post MetaMask offers Anthropic pre-IPO perpetual contracts via Hyperliquid appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 6:32:14 PM
Google DeepMind study finds LLMs can’t reliably roll their own dice
The inability of LLMs to generate true randomness poses security risks, necessitating external random inputs for reliable AI decision-making. The post Google DeepMind study finds LLMs can’t reliably roll their own dice appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/26/2026, 6:28:55 PM
SoFi’s tokenized deposits put banks in competition with stablecoins, Truth Ventures CEO says
SoFi's tokenized deposits may drive innovation in banking, challenging stablecoins and prompting regulatory and consumer protection considerations. The post SoFi’s tokenized deposits put banks in competition with stablecoins, Truth Ventures CEO says appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/26/2026, 6:26:58 PM
Anthropic IPO poised to deliver Menlo Ventures’ largest-ever return
Anthropic's IPO could significantly boost investor confidence in AI valuations, influencing market dynamics and future tech investments. The post Anthropic IPO poised to deliver Menlo Ventures’ largest-ever return appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 6:26:46 PM
$2 Trillion-Tracking ETF Adds XRP & SHIB
A new multi-asset crypto ETF is coming up, hemming in a $2 trillion crypto price index. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 10/26/2026, 6:22:00 PM
OpenAI puts GPT-6.1 Terra into Agent Arena and Code Arena for public testing
Public testing of GPT-6.1 Terra could redefine AI evaluation standards, offering insights into real-world applicability and cost efficiency. The post OpenAI puts GPT-6.1 Terra into Agent Arena and Code Arena for public testing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/26/2026, 6:21:18 PM
Hyperliquid unveils HIP-3* to support regulated US perpetual futures through Payward
The introduction of regulated perpetual futures could enhance market accessibility and compliance, potentially boosting US crypto trading activity. The post Hyperliquid unveils HIP-3* to support regulated US perpetual futures through Payward appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 6:15:24 PM
Goldman Sachs says the AI growth boost is nearing its peak, while Apollo finds zero payoff outside tech
The AI investment surge may soon plateau, potentially narrowing economic benefits and highlighting disparities between tech giants and other sectors. The post Goldman Sachs says the AI growth boost is nearing its peak, while Apollo finds zero payoff outside tech appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/26/2026, 6:14:58 PM
Anthropic founders pledge 80% of stakes to philanthropy, worth $79B
The philanthropic pledge may enhance Anthropic's market appeal and valuation, influencing investor confidence and strategic partnerships. The post Anthropic founders pledge 80% of stakes to philanthropy, worth $79B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 6:13:10 PM
Canada opens 60-day stablecoin consultation while keeping yield ban
Canada has opened a 60-day consultation on proposed stablecoin regulations that retain its ban on issuer-paid yield and require reserves to be held with qualified Canadian financial institutions. The Department of Finance published the draft in the Canada Gazette on…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/26/2026, 6:11:35 PM
FTC demands Anthropic execs testify in expanding AI safety probe
Increased regulatory scrutiny on AI firms may dampen investor confidence, affecting market valuations and growth prospects in the sector. The post FTC demands Anthropic execs testify in expanding AI safety probe appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 6:10:16 PM
OpenAI says ChatGPT work use is spreading across 165 activities
OpenAI’s latest Signals release maps ChatGPT work messages to 165 activities across nearly 100 countries, showing a less concentrated mix over time. (Read More)
By N/A 10/26/2026, 6:08:04 PM
Solana Trading Bot Hacked for Nearly $1M, 49 Wallets Drained
Bloom Trading lost nearly $1 million in a security breach that drained 49 cryptocurrency wallets belonging to just nine users. The attacker exploited a software vulnerability, yet the company insists no private keys were stolen and promises full reimbursement. Hacker Drains 9,408 SOL Through Third-Party Vulnerability Bloom, a Telegram-based...
By Jamie Redman 10/26/2026, 6:05:38 PM
Stablecoin Market Tops $300B as Circle Targets 40 New Markets
The global stablecoin market has reached roughly $300 billion as demand for dollar-backed digital assets continues to expand beyond crypto trading.
By Maya Collins 10/26/2026, 6:03:51 PM
Cleveland Plain Dealer endorses Amy Acton for Ohio governor amid ad controversy
The endorsement may sway undecided voters, impacting the race's dynamics and potentially altering market perceptions and polling trends. The post Cleveland Plain Dealer endorses Amy Acton for Ohio governor amid ad controversy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 6:02:26 PM
Wintermute publishes 26 October 2026 market update
Wintermute published a new OTC Desk market update on 26 October 2026, with no price or volume figures included in the source material. (Read More)
By N/A 10/26/2026, 6:01:24 PM
Alpha Growth Outlines Institutional Blueprint to Attract and Retain Sustainable DeFi TVL
Alpha Growth Outlines Institutional Blueprint to Attract and Retain Sustainable DeFi TVL
By Chainwire 10/26/2026, 6:00:25 PM
SEC Puts Tokenisation and AI on Its 2027 Examination Watchlist
The SEC's new examination priorities identify tokenisation and advanced technology risks among areas attracting supervisory attention in fiscal 2027.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/26/2026, 6:00:00 PM
Mochatrade raises $6M to offer US stock perpetuals to Indian traders
Mochatrade's innovative platform could democratize access to global financial markets for Indian traders, potentially reshaping investment dynamics. The post Mochatrade raises $6M to offer US stock perpetuals to Indian traders appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/26/2026, 5:59:28 PM
DeFi TVL Falls Below $90B as Morpho Gains While Lido and Aave Lose Liquidity
Decentralized finance is seeing another shift in capital as total value locked falls below $90 billion and investors move liquidity between major protocols.
By Karim Daniels 10/26/2026, 5:57:22 PM
Best crypto presales in 2026: how to vet them
Finding the best crypto presales in 2026 requires looking beyond token prices and marketing claims. This guide compares five projects based on audits, tokenomics, transparency, and product development. Summary: five presales at a glance 1. MemeToro ($MT). Open-source AI memecoin…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/26/2026, 5:56:29 PM
Payward aims to be first CFTC-regulated deployer on Hyperliquid’s HIP-3
Payward's move could reshape US derivatives trading by integrating blockchain with regulatory compliance, potentially influencing global market dynamics. The post Payward aims to be first CFTC-regulated deployer on Hyperliquid’s HIP-3 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/26/2026, 5:54:06 PM
Bedrock Robotics raises $600M as its self-driving excavators head to real job sites
Bedrock Robotics' funding surge highlights the growing shift towards automation in construction, addressing labor shortages and boosting efficiency. The post Bedrock Robotics raises $600M as its self-driving excavators head to real job sites appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/26/2026, 5:51:29 PM
NVIDIA says Minerva targets AI-factory telemetry gaps and GPU yield
NVIDIA says Minerva unifies AI-factory telemetry, correlates incidents and uses agentic debugging to reduce noise and preserve GPU hours. (Read More)
By N/A 10/26/2026, 5:48:09 PM
NBA names Kalshi, Polymarket preferred exchanges, signs CFTC deal
The US professional basketball league is expanding into prediction markets with official data agreements and safeguards against insider trading.
By Nate Kostar 10/26/2026, 5:46:09 PM
BNB Standard CEO outlines plans for a BNB Chain validator as firm heads to Nasdaq bell
BNB Standard's Nasdaq debut and validator launch could enhance its strategic position in the crypto ecosystem, impacting shareholder value. The post BNB Standard CEO outlines plans for a BNB Chain validator as firm heads to Nasdaq bell appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/26/2026, 5:44:02 PM
Bitcoin Price Hovers Near $80,000 as Traders Await Fed Decision
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Hovers Near $80,000 as Traders Await Fed Decision Bitcoin price hovers near $80,000 as traders wait on this week’s Fed decision, with geopolitical tensions and Anthropic’s possible IPO adding to the uncertainty. This post Bitcoin Price Hovers Near $80,000 as Traders Await Fed Decision first appeared on Bitcoin...
By Micah Zimmerman 10/26/2026, 5:43:18 PM
Kraken parent Payward to launch CFTC-regulated futures for US clients
The launch could boost Hyperliquid's market credibility and interest, but hinges on regulatory approval impacting future market dynamics. The post Kraken parent Payward to launch CFTC-regulated futures for US clients appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 5:38:20 PM
IBM and Nvidia link AI agent identity to runtime access controls
The integration enhances AI governance, ensuring secure, accountable operations and mitigating risks of unauthorized AI activities in organizations. The post IBM and Nvidia link AI agent identity to runtime access controls appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/26/2026, 5:37:19 PM
OpenAI releases ChatGPT work activity data across 100 countries
The shift towards ChatGPT as a work tool highlights AI's growing role in professional productivity, influencing global work habits and demographics. The post OpenAI releases ChatGPT work activity data across 100 countries appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/26/2026, 5:34:22 PM
Bitcoin Price Struggles at $80K, but MEXC CEO Sees Bullish Signals
Bitcoin’s price reclaimed the $80,000 level twice on Monday, hovering near $80,100 amid rangebound trading between $79,500 and $80,500. Leveraged long liquidations were approximately $36 million, or 65% of all bitcoin liquidations. Volatile Start to the Week Bitcoin’s price reclaimed $80,000 twice on Monday as the cryptocurrency appeared poised to...
By Terence Zimwara 10/26/2026, 5:33:37 PM
Anthropic token use on OpenRouter jumps about 3.5x as cheaper models land
The surge in Anthropic's token use suggests a significant shift in developer preferences, potentially reshaping AI model economics and usage trends. The post Anthropic token use on OpenRouter jumps about 3.5x as cheaper models land appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/26/2026, 5:30:09 PM
Collins’ Trump-aligned voting record spotlighted in 2026 Maine Senate race
Collins' perceived Trump alignment may polarize voters, influencing independent support and campaign strategies in the 2026 Maine Senate race. The post Collins’ Trump-aligned voting record spotlighted in 2026 Maine Senate race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/26/2026, 5:28:56 PM
‘Incredibly Frustrating:’ Ethereum Foundation’s Latest ETH Sale Draws Criticism
"I love Ethereum. I love the chain. But why are we constantly selling the asset instead of doing more to increase its value," one analyst asked.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 10/26/2026, 5:25:11 PM