Conduit Technology has sued Tether after the stablecoin issuer froze $2.76 million in the company’s USDT and allegedly kept it locked for more than a year. The stranger part is why. Conduit says Brazilian police never asked Tether to freeze its treasury wallet and that Tether’s own financial crime unit selected the address using criteria […]

Winklevoss Asset Services submitted a registration statement to the SEC for a spot zcash ETF under the ticker WINK on Nasdaq. The ETF offers direct price exposure to zcash (ZEC) rather than derivatives, using a cash-creation model for share creation and redemption.   Taking on Grayscale Winklevoss Asset Services, led by CEO Cameron Winklevoss, submitted […]

While bitcoin and ether prices have been consolidating, two massive Hyperliquid wallets carry a combined net short exposure of roughly $1.58 billion against an array of top assets—with BTC and ETH topping the list. Positions of this magnitude naturally leave market watchers wondering whether the entities behind these trades know something the typical trader does […]

Fortitude Mining has signed a non-binding agreement for up to $100 million of Bitmain’s next-generation zcash mining hardware, securing priority access ahead of an expected 2027 rollout. Fortitude Secures Priority Access to Bitmain’s 2027 Zcash Miners Fortitude Mining is preparing to make a much bigger wager on zcash (ZEC). The Digital Currency Group-backed miner has […]

Brevan Howard, a global alternative investment manager overseeing about $35 billion worth of assets, is expanding its relationship with Ripple as traditional and digital markets become more interconnected. The arrangement reflects its push for infrastructure that can support its teams across multiple asset classes. Brevan Howard Adds Cross-Asset Support Through Ripple Prime Brevan Howard funds […]

Bitcoin’s three-year return turns negative when its 15 strongest trading days are excluded, according to Grayscale. The analysis highlights how brief rallies can dominate long-term results, exposing the potential cost of waiting outside the market.   Just 15 Days Separate Bitcoin’s Gain From a Loss Missing bitcoin’s strongest rallies could substantially alter long-term investment results, […]

Bitcoin twice rose above $86,000 on Tuesday, supported by momentum from the CFTC’s proposed cryptocurrency regulations and a recent SEC proposal on crypto custody. After an earlier sell-off, bitcoin rallied to a high near $86,450 before pulling back, with its market capitalization reaching about $1.72 trillion. Regulatory Momentum Drives Bitcoin Back Above $86,000 Bitcoin’s price […]

Elon Musk has regained trillionaire status following a summer reversal that erased hundreds of billions from his estimated fortune. The recovery followed gains in SpaceX and Tesla shares, which account for most of his estimated wealth. Two Stocks Put Elon Musk Back Above $1 Trillion Elon Musk’s estimated fortune increased by $65.4 billion on Oct. […]

On Tuesday, the Solana Foundation revealed an open-source escrow program called Solana DvP, calling it an “atomic settlement program built for financial institutions.” The foundation explained that the largest bank in the United States, JPMorgan, provided the organization with “input on institutional settlement practices and requirements.” Solana’s DvP Takes Aim at the Days-Long Settlement Window […]

Polymarket has started live-testing Protocol V2, a ground-up rewrite of the smart contracts behind its prediction markets, with new markets set to switch over on Nov. 2. What Has Been Running Under the Hood Since 2019 Polymarket’s developer account introduced Protocol V2 on Monday as “a new smart-contract foundation built for prediction markets.” The upgrade, […]

XRP futures trading increased in September, a new analysis shows, suggesting sustained interest despite a retreat from earlier records. The rebound reflects greater turnover in price-linked contracts, rather than proof of fresh investment or bullish positioning. September’s XRP Rebound Still Trails Earlier Peaks XRP derivatives activity remained among the highest levels seen in six months, […]

OKX has secured fresh strategic investment at a $25 billion valuation from a group including Ripple, Circle, Standard Chartered’s SC Ventures, and Qube Research & Technologies. OKX Keeps Valuation as New Strategic Investors Pile In OKX has added another group of heavyweight financial backers without giving up ground on its valuation. The crypto exchange has […]

Hyperliquid’s 24/7 perpetual futures are now visible on the Bloomberg Terminal, giving institutional users real-time access to prices across crypto, commodities, equities, indexes, and FX. At the same time, a new USDC yield mechanism has delivered its first $14.58 million payment to the protocol’s HYPE-buyback fund. Bloomberg Opens Hyperliquid Markets to Institutional Desks Hyperliquid has […]

U.S. crypto ETFs opened the week under pressure, with bitcoin funds posting $89.90 million in net outflows and ether ETFs extending their losing streak to five sessions. Bitcoin ETF Selling Returns as ARKB, FBTC Lead $90M Exit The first session of the week brought a broad retreat in exchange-traded fund (ETF) demand, and the selling […]

Bitcoin’s price is knocking on the same ceiling that has repeatedly turned buyers away, trading near $86,256 with $87,000 to $87,374 standing between the bulls and a fresh range high. The broader structure remains constructive, backed by 13 bullish moving averages, but neutral oscillators and a late 1-hour volume spike suggest the next move could […]

As the market watches for clues about Apple’s potential crypto asset moves, the company’s banking partner is tightening its identity verification rules for Apple Cash users while leaving crypto asset-related transactions banned. Apple has been emailing users about Green Dot Bank’s updated terms for Apple Cash, a digital prepaid card in the iPhone Wallet app. […]

Strategy says its $20.91 billion third-quarter bitcoin gain would rank seventh among S&P 500 operating profits, but two brutal quarters earlier this year still leave the company about $1.87 billion underwater for 2026. Seventh Place on Its Own Scoreboard Strategy posted the comparison on X, hours after filing its weekly update with the U.S. Securities […]

Strategy says its $20.91 billion third-quarter bitcoin gain would rank seventh among S&P 500 operating profits, but two brutal quarters earlier this year still leave the company about $1.87 billion underwater for 2026. Seventh Place on Its Own Scoreboard Strategy posted the comparison on X, hours after filing its weekly update with the U.S. Securities […]

Arthur Hayes says Michael Saylor “had his time in the sun” and that Strategy no longer moves the needle, then answered whether bitcoin hits $1 million with a single word: “Yes.” The Case Against Strategy in Two Minutes The Bitmex co-founder and Maelstrom chief made the argument in a 30-minute interview with crypto host Crypto […]

Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio told Bloomberg on Oct. 6 that the U.S. could face a debt crisis within three years as interest payments crowd out the rest of the federal budget. The Clock Has Not Moved, but the Bond Market Has The billionaire macro investor believes that U.S. debt service payments are squeezing out […]

A Visa-commissioned study found that stablecoin adoption has room to grow in the APAC region, with nearly 50% of those polled being open to using these digital assets in the next five years. Nonetheless, awareness of what stablecoins really are and how they work is low. Visa Survey Finds Rising Interest in Stablecoins in APAC […]

The blockchain sleuth revealed that he infiltrated a Chinese crypto money laundering group following the theft of over $1.5 billion by North Korean hackers in 2025. ZachXBT stressed that this incursion allowed him to gather intelligence and helped freeze assets coming from this illicit activity. ZachXBT Reveals Chinese Money Laundering Collective Infiltration ZachXBT, one of […]

$988 million in stock options Oracle awarded to co-founder Larry Ellison and new co-CEOs Clay Magouyrk and Mike Sicilia in fiscal 2026 wound up out of the money by the May 31 year end. In its Sept. 25 proxy filing, the company said the grants “had no intrinsic value” at fiscal year end. Oracle’s latest […]

Licensed Tanzanian tour operator Zatatep Tours now accepts bitcoin alongside credit cards for booking trips across Tanzania. Streamlining Travel Financing Travelers heading to East Africa can now pay for wildlife safaris, Mount Kilimanjaro treks, and beach stays in Zanzibar using bitcoin, as tour operators move to accommodate visitors who prefer digital currency over credit cards […]

Polymarket is asking a Dutch court to overturn the Netherlands’ ban on its prediction market, arguing it offers financial products that belong under the country’s markets watchdog – an argument the regulator has already rejected. The Regulator Cited Polymarket’s Own Help Page The case follows a Jan. 20 order against Polymarket’s operator to stop serving […]

Greek police dismantled an unauthorized cryptocurrency pyramid scheme that defrauded over 10,000 investors of approximately $9 million in total by promising to double their money in 50 days via automated artificial intelligence (AI) trading. A Facade of Legitimacy Greek police have dismantled a massive alleged cryptocurrency pyramid scheme that authorities said defrauded more than 10,000 […]

Investors face rising scams built on personal trust and borrowed authority as regulators across six continents participate in World Investor Week. The SEC’s new warning highlights relationship investment fraud and impersonation, including increasingly convincing artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted deception. A Global Campaign Puts Investor Trust Under Scrutiny Someone posing as a friend, financial professional, or regulator […]

Federal crypto initiatives are advancing across trading, asset custody, and tokenized stocks as Washington pursues global digital asset leadership. The CFTC’s new consultation joins SEC measures aimed at keeping innovation domestic while protecting customers and investors. Two Federal Paths Target Trading and Crypto Custody Retail crypto traders could gain tailored protections under a federal initiative […]

Federal efforts to coordinate artificial intelligence (AI) policy will fall to a new Super Intelligence Force, President Donald Trump announced. Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton joins three other officials tasked with maintaining U.S. leadership and protecting Americans. Jay Clayton and Three Officials Lead Federal AI Coordination Consumers, public interest groups, and technology companies will […]

Turkey’s large crypto market is creating opportunities for bank custody and dollar-backed stablecoins, according to Ripple. The company ties its local strategy to currency pressure and evolving regulations as institutions follow consumers into digital assets. Turkey’s $200 Billion Market Meets Evolving Banking Rules Turkish consumers and businesses are gaining access to crypto storage and dollar-backed […]

XRP’s recent price recovery may be forming a bullish chart pattern, judging from a coffee cup image Peter Brandt placed beneath the cryptocurrency’s trading history. His latest post hints at a possible setup awaiting a breakout. A Coffee Cup Puts XRP’s Gain in Focus XRP investors have a possible bullish formation to assess after veteran […]

Plume opened nBND on Oct. 5, giving investors blockchain-based exposure to Fidelity’s roughly $28 billion Total Bond ETF. But there’s a small catch. The exchange-traded fund (ETF) itself wasn’t tokenized, and its $28 billion hasn’t moved onchain. The nBND vehicle is a receipt token for a Nest vault holding FBND shares, and hours after launch, […]

Blockchain fee revenue is a poor performance metric, according to Ripple’s David Schwartz. Responding to an XRP Ledger fee suggestion, he described transaction charges as friction the chain failed to remove and questioned whose interests the metric represents. Schwartz Questions Whose Interests Higher Fees Serve People paying to use a blockchain face costs that fee […]

Brazil’s government has asked the Supreme Court to strike down the core of the laws that created its licensed betting market, two years after defending them. The filing landed days before licensed sites go dark on Oct. 6, with Justice Luiz Fux yet to rule on industry requests to suspend the ban. Government Lawyers Say […]