Shapeshift revives privacy focus with Zcash shielded support
ShapeShift has reintroduced support for Zcash’s shielded transactions, marking its return to privacy-focused cryptocurrency after transitioning into a DEX aggregator.
Goldman Sachs, BoA, Citigroup to explore stablecoin launch
A group of top global banks, including Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank, Bank of America, Citigroup, Santander, and more, will explore stablecoins. Major international banks, including Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank, Bank of America, and Banco Santander, are joining forces to enter…
Top 7 presales to invest in October 2025
Crypto presales have become a regular feature of the market, offering early access to tokens before they make it to public exchanges. For many projects, these presales act as a proving ground, giving The post Top 7 presales to invest in October 2025 appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Tether Gold finds a home on Nasdaq with Antalpha backing
Antalpha is repurposing a Nasdaq-listed shell into a dedicated treasury for Tether Gold. The $150 million vehicle, named Aurelion, creates a public company whose primary asset is blockchain-verified bullion. According to a press release dated Oct. 10, Antalpha Platform Holding…
Bitcoin Falls Below $118K After Trump Warns China of ‘Massive Increase’ in Tariffs
The threat comes after China’s Ministry of Commerce quietly expanded export controls over rare earth minerals on Thursday. Bitcoin Tumbles as Trump’s Tariff Threat Sparks Market Sell-Off Donald Trump’s words can move markets, and that’s exactly what happened on Friday morning when the president warned China it would face “a massive increase of tariffs” if […]
How Polymarket Outsmarted the Nobel Committee and Predicted the Peace Prize Hours Early
TLDR: Polymarket traders spotted the Nobel Peace Prize winner nearly 11 hours before the official reveal. The Nobel Committee’s announcement came long after Polymarket traders had already priced in the winner. Machado’s victory leaked through open crypto betting markets before any mainstream outlet reported it. The prediction market saw prices jump from $0.08 to $1.00, [...] The post How Polymarket Outsmarted the Nobel Committee and Predicted the Peace Prize Hours Early appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP price prediction: Analyzing Ripple’s current price action
XRP didn’t just slip below support — it dropped fast, crashing through the $2.80 level and still moving lower. It’s currently around $2.74 and showing weakness in the short term. Traders aren’t making big moves yet — they’re waiting on…
Bitfarms Turns Debt Into $300M Fuel for AI and HPC Growth in Pennsylvania
TLDR: Bitfarms restructured its Macquarie debt facility into a $300M project-specific financing deal for Panther Creek. The company will draw an added $50M to fund early construction and HPC/AI equipment purchases. The Panther Creek data center in Pennsylvania aims to reach energization by the end of 2026. Macquarie calls Pennsylvania a rising hub for AI [...] The post Bitfarms Turns Debt Into $300M Fuel for AI and HPC Growth in Pennsylvania appeared first on Blockonomi.
Telegram’s Durov: We’re ‘running out of time to save the free internet’
EU lawmakers have sought to introduce Chat Control, while the UK and Australia are on track for digital ID systems. Pavel Durov warns that these “dystopian” measures must be stopped.
Ether ‘3-wave pullback’ to end soon, $5.5K next: Fundstrat
Fundstrat’s managing director Mark Newton predicts Ether will head to $5,500 next after bottoming out over the weekend.
AI Polkadot parachain Phala votes to fully switch to Ethereum L2
AI-focused Polkadot project Phala is set to fully migrate to its Ethereum L2, betting on its ecosystem for confidential AI and GPU compute growth.
‘Debasement trade’ is no longer a debate, and TradFi knows it: Execs
Financial institutions are quickly embracing the debasement trade as the US dollar weakens, which will drive massive gains in Bitcoin and gold, say commentators.
Privacy group urges Ireland to drop work on encryption ‘backdoor law’
The Irish Communications Interception and Lawful Access Bill is still in development, with drafting yet to occur, but the Global Encryption Coalition wants it scrapped now.
Bitcoiners can up their price targets with new $110K bottom: Analyst
Bitcoin analyst James Check stated that there is no reason for Bitcoin to retreat to $95,000, adding that if it does, the rally is likely over for some time.
Bitcoin Mayer Multiple: BTC price can hit $180K before being ‘overbought’
Bitcoin remained closer to “oversold” during its latest all-time highs, according to the Mayer Multiple, which suggested a potential price target of $180,000.
South Korea ramps up crypto seizures, will target cold wallets
South Korea’s National Tax Service warned that cold wallets are not beyond its reach, as it will conduct home searches to combat tax evasion.
XRP whales dump $50M per day: Will it crash the price?
XRP price risked a 22% drop to $2.20, fuelled by selling from whales, increased supply on exchanges and a weakening technical structure.
HashKey crypto exchange eyes Hong Kong listing this year: Bloomberg
HashKey Group, the operator of Hong Kong’s top licensed crypto exchange, has reportedly filed for an IPO in the city, aiming to raise up to $500 million.
Can Solana outperform Ether if ETFs get approved?
How a US SOL ETF could shift access, flows and usage — plus the key metrics to watch to see whether Solana outperforms Ether.
Bitcoin mining in 2025, explained: From hashrate to rewards
Discover how Bitcoin mining runs in 2025: From halving rewards and ASIC rigs to mining pools, hashprice shifts and power use.
$11B Bitcoin whale bets on BTC, ETH correction with $900M shorts
In one of their first moves in two months, the Bitcoin whale returned to short Bitcoin and Ether for hundreds of millions of dollars, betting on their short-term price decline.
South Africans can now pay with crypto at 650K stores via Scan to Pay
A new integration allows South Africans to spend Bitcoin, stablecoins and other crypto directly at more than 650,000 merchants nationwide.
Gold buying boom mirrors Bitcoin’s momentum: Deutsche Bank
Gold has hit its highest share of central bank reserves in decades, potentially shaping Bitcoin’s path as a future reserve asset, according to Deutsche Bank.
Bitcoin drop to $118K likely, but futures reset means dip won’t last long
Bitcoin’s drop to $118,000 is a possibility, but traders might see futures’ open interest drop by $4.1 billion as a potential dip-buying opportunity.
CZ’s Google account targeted by ‘government-backed’ hackers
Changpeng Zhao’s warning highlights a resurgence of threats from state-backed hacking groups, such as the North Korean Lazarus Group.
How SWIFT’s blockchain could challenge Ripple’s grip on payments
Can SWIFT’s blockchain match Ripple’s technological edge? Explore the key challenges it faces and its potential impact on global payments.
Tokenization needs guardrails, not just innovation
Real-world asset tokenization needs compliance frameworks and verified ownership checks built into the infrastructure to prevent fraud and build institutional trust.
Kalshi raises $300M to expand prediction markets to 140 countries
Polymarket’s rival prediction marketplace Kalshi told Cointelegraph that its platform will be restricted in 38 jurisdictions, including France and the UK.
It’s Solana’s turn to fill the corporate crypto war chest
From the FTX fallout to Metaplanet-inspired expansion, Solana’s corporate story is coming full circle through its SOL treasury companies.
Major crypto betting platform Shuffle announces user data breach
Crypto betting platform Shuffle suffered a data breach via its CRM provider Fast Track, exposing most users’ data, founder Noa Dummett said.
Aurelion Treasury launches Nasdaq’s first Tether Gold-backed reserve
The move marks the debut of Nasdaq’s first Tether Gold-backed corporate treasury, which will be established via a $150 million financing round.
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, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
AI bubble? Bitcoin's high correlation to Nvidia sparks 80% crash warning
Circular AI investments among Nvidia, OpenAI and AMD have shown similarities to the dot-com bubble, which could spill over to harm the crypto market.
Crypto safety 2025: 7 easy ways to avoid hacks and scams
Discover seven simple, proven habits — strong 2FA, safe signing, hot/cold wallet separation and recovery plans — to block phishing, toxic approvals, fake support and more.
Banks explore launching a stablecoin linked to G7 currencies
The group of banks said the stablecoin initiative would explore the “benefits of digital assets” in bringing new products to the market.
Trader loses $21M on Hyperliquid after private key leak: How to stay protected
A Hyperliquid trader lost $21 million in a private key exploit, raising new concerns about DeFi security and user vigilance amid growing DEX activity.
Bitcoin advocate, human rights activist María Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize
The Venezuelan opposition leader has championed Bitcoin as a lifeline for individuals trying to protect their wealth or attempting to flee the country.
DeFi booming as $11B Bitcoin whale stirs ‘Uptober’ hopes: Finance Redefined
An $11 billion Bitcoin whale returned to crypto markets this week, likely seeking trading opportunities tied to October’s historic crypto rallies and uncertainty in the US.
Weekly Cryptocurrency Market Analysis: Altcoins Surge As They Rebound From Low Levels
The top-performing cryptocurrencies have returned to the bullish trend zone. ZEC, CAKE, MANTLE, and BNB all have potential for further growth.
Telegram’s Durov: We’re ‘running out of time to save the free internet’
EU lawmakers have sought to introduce Chat Control, while the UK and Australia are on track for digital ID systems. Pavel Durov warns that these “dystopian” measures must be stopped.
Ether ‘3-wave pullback’ to end soon, $5.5K next: Fundstrat
Fundstrat’s managing director Mark Newton predicts Ether will head to $5,500 next after bottoming out over the weekend.
AI Polkadot parachain Phala votes to fully switch to Ethereum L2
AI-focused Polkadot project Phala is set to fully migrate to its Ethereum L2, betting on its ecosystem for confidential AI and GPU compute growth.
‘Debasement trade’ is no longer a debate, and TradFi knows it: Execs
Financial institutions are quickly embracing the debasement trade as the US dollar weakens, which will drive massive gains in Bitcoin and gold, say commentators.
Privacy group urges Ireland to drop work on encryption ‘backdoor law’
The Irish Communications Interception and Lawful Access Bill is still in development, with drafting yet to occur, but the Global Encryption Coalition wants it scrapped now.
Bitcoiners can up their price targets with new $110K bottom: Analyst
Bitcoin analyst James Check stated that there is no reason for Bitcoin to retreat to $95,000, adding that if it does, the rally is likely over for some time.
Bitcoin Mayer Multiple: BTC price can hit $180K before being ‘overbought’
Bitcoin remained closer to “oversold” during its latest all-time highs, according to the Mayer Multiple, which suggested a potential price target of $180,000.
South Korea ramps up crypto seizures, will target cold wallets
South Korea’s National Tax Service warned that cold wallets are not beyond its reach, as it will conduct home searches to combat tax evasion.
XRP whales dump $50M per day: Will it crash the price?
XRP price risked a 22% drop to $2.20, fuelled by selling from whales, increased supply on exchanges and a weakening technical structure.
HashKey crypto exchange eyes Hong Kong listing this year: Bloomberg
HashKey Group, the operator of Hong Kong’s top licensed crypto exchange, has reportedly filed for an IPO in the city, aiming to raise up to $500 million.
Can Solana outperform Ether if ETFs get approved?
How a US SOL ETF could shift access, flows and usage — plus the key metrics to watch to see whether Solana outperforms Ether.
Bitcoin mining in 2025, explained: From hashrate to rewards
Discover how Bitcoin mining runs in 2025: From halving rewards and ASIC rigs to mining pools, hashprice shifts and power use.
$11B Bitcoin whale bets on BTC, ETH correction with $900M shorts
In one of their first moves in two months, the Bitcoin whale returned to short Bitcoin and Ether for hundreds of millions of dollars, betting on their short-term price decline.
South Africans can now pay with crypto at 650K stores via Scan to Pay
A new integration allows South Africans to spend Bitcoin, stablecoins and other crypto directly at more than 650,000 merchants nationwide.
Gold buying boom mirrors Bitcoin’s momentum: Deutsche Bank
Gold has hit its highest share of central bank reserves in decades, potentially shaping Bitcoin’s path as a future reserve asset, according to Deutsche Bank.
Bitcoin drop to $118K likely, but futures reset means dip won’t last long
Bitcoin’s drop to $118,000 is a possibility, but traders might see futures’ open interest drop by $4.1 billion as a potential dip-buying opportunity.
CZ’s Google account targeted by ‘government-backed’ hackers
Changpeng Zhao’s warning highlights a resurgence of threats from state-backed hacking groups, such as the North Korean Lazarus Group.
How SWIFT’s blockchain could challenge Ripple’s grip on payments
Can SWIFT’s blockchain match Ripple’s technological edge? Explore the key challenges it faces and its potential impact on global payments.
Tokenization needs guardrails, not just innovation
Real-world asset tokenization needs compliance frameworks and verified ownership checks built into the infrastructure to prevent fraud and build institutional trust.
Kalshi raises $300M to expand prediction markets to 140 countries
Polymarket’s rival prediction marketplace Kalshi told Cointelegraph that its platform will be restricted in 38 jurisdictions, including France and the UK.
It’s Solana’s turn to fill the corporate crypto war chest
From the FTX fallout to Metaplanet-inspired expansion, Solana’s corporate story is coming full circle through its SOL treasury companies.
Major crypto betting platform Shuffle announces user data breach
Crypto betting platform Shuffle suffered a data breach via its CRM provider Fast Track, exposing most users’ data, founder Noa Dummett said.
Aurelion Treasury launches Nasdaq’s first Tether Gold-backed reserve
The move marks the debut of Nasdaq’s first Tether Gold-backed corporate treasury, which will be established via a $150 million financing round.
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, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
AI bubble? Bitcoin's high correlation to Nvidia sparks 80% crash warning
Circular AI investments among Nvidia, OpenAI and AMD have shown similarities to the dot-com bubble, which could spill over to harm the crypto market.
Crypto safety 2025: 7 easy ways to avoid hacks and scams
Discover seven simple, proven habits — strong 2FA, safe signing, hot/cold wallet separation and recovery plans — to block phishing, toxic approvals, fake support and more.
Banks explore launching a stablecoin linked to G7 currencies
The group of banks said the stablecoin initiative would explore the “benefits of digital assets” in bringing new products to the market.
Trader loses $21M on Hyperliquid after private key leak: How to stay protected
A Hyperliquid trader lost $21 million in a private key exploit, raising new concerns about DeFi security and user vigilance amid growing DEX activity.
Bitcoin advocate, human rights activist María Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize
The Venezuelan opposition leader has championed Bitcoin as a lifeline for individuals trying to protect their wealth or attempting to flee the country.
DeFi booming as $11B Bitcoin whale stirs ‘Uptober’ hopes: Finance Redefined
An $11 billion Bitcoin whale returned to crypto markets this week, likely seeking trading opportunities tied to October’s historic crypto rallies and uncertainty in the US.
Can Solana price bounce from $200 support as bullish pattern develops?
Solana price holds above $200, forming a bullish falling wedge. Key confluences like the 0.618 Fibonacci and POC hint at a possible breakout if support holds. Solana (SOL) price has entered a controlled corrective phase, consolidating within a falling wedge…
DeFi booming as $11B Bitcoin whale stirs ‘Uptober’ hopes: Finance Redefined
An $11 billion Bitcoin whale returned to crypto markets this week, likely seeking trading opportunities tied to October’s historic crypto rallies and uncertainty in the US.
Monero releases ‘Flourine Fermi’ update to fight spy nodes
Monero’s “Fluorine Fermi” update enhances privacy by fighting nodes that try to link user IP addresses to their transactions.
Telegram’s Durov: We’re ‘running out of time to save the free internet’
EU lawmakers have sought to introduce Chat Control, while the UK and Australia are on track for digital ID systems. Pavel Durov warns that these “dystopian” measures must be stopped.
Ether ‘3-wave pullback’ to end soon, $5.5K next: Fundstrat
Fundstrat’s managing director Mark Newton predicts Ether will head to $5,500 next after bottoming out over the weekend.
AI Polkadot parachain Phala votes to fully switch to Ethereum L2
AI-focused Polkadot project Phala is set to fully migrate to its Ethereum L2, betting on its ecosystem for confidential AI and GPU compute growth.
‘Debasement trade’ is no longer a debate, and TradFi knows it: Execs
Financial institutions are quickly embracing the debasement trade as the US dollar weakens, which will drive massive gains in Bitcoin and gold, say commentators.
Privacy group urges Ireland to drop work on encryption ‘backdoor law’
The Irish Communications Interception and Lawful Access Bill is still in development, with drafting yet to occur, but the Global Encryption Coalition wants it scrapped now.
Bitcoiners can up their price targets with new $110K bottom: Analyst
Bitcoin analyst James Check stated that there is no reason for Bitcoin to retreat to $95,000, adding that if it does, the rally is likely over for some time.
Bitcoin Mayer Multiple: BTC price can hit $180K before being ‘overbought’
Bitcoin remained closer to “oversold” during its latest all-time highs, according to the Mayer Multiple, which suggested a potential price target of $180,000.
South Korea ramps up crypto seizures, will target cold wallets
South Korea’s National Tax Service warned that cold wallets are not beyond its reach, as it will conduct home searches to combat tax evasion.
XRP whales dump $50M per day: Will it crash the price?
XRP price risked a 22% drop to $2.20, fuelled by selling from whales, increased supply on exchanges and a weakening technical structure.
HashKey crypto exchange eyes Hong Kong listing this year: Bloomberg
HashKey Group, the operator of Hong Kong’s top licensed crypto exchange, has reportedly filed for an IPO in the city, aiming to raise up to $500 million.
Can Solana outperform Ether if ETFs get approved?
How a US SOL ETF could shift access, flows and usage — plus the key metrics to watch to see whether Solana outperforms Ether.
Bitcoin mining in 2025, explained: From hashrate to rewards
Discover how Bitcoin mining runs in 2025: From halving rewards and ASIC rigs to mining pools, hashprice shifts and power use.
$11B Bitcoin whale bets on BTC, ETH correction with $900M shorts
In one of their first moves in two months, the Bitcoin whale returned to short Bitcoin and Ether for hundreds of millions of dollars, betting on their short-term price decline.
South Africans can now pay with crypto at 650K stores via Scan to Pay
A new integration allows South Africans to spend Bitcoin, stablecoins and other crypto directly at more than 650,000 merchants nationwide.
Gold buying boom mirrors Bitcoin’s momentum: Deutsche Bank
Gold has hit its highest share of central bank reserves in decades, potentially shaping Bitcoin’s path as a future reserve asset, according to Deutsche Bank.
Bitcoin drop to $118K likely, but futures reset means dip won’t last long
Bitcoin’s drop to $118,000 is a possibility, but traders might see futures’ open interest drop by $4.1 billion as a potential dip-buying opportunity.
CZ’s Google account targeted by ‘government-backed’ hackers
Changpeng Zhao’s warning highlights a resurgence of threats from state-backed hacking groups, such as the North Korean Lazarus Group.
How SWIFT’s blockchain could challenge Ripple’s grip on payments
Can SWIFT’s blockchain match Ripple’s technological edge? Explore the key challenges it faces and its potential impact on global payments.
Tokenization needs guardrails, not just innovation
Real-world asset tokenization needs compliance frameworks and verified ownership checks built into the infrastructure to prevent fraud and build institutional trust.
Kalshi raises $300M to expand prediction markets to 140 countries
Polymarket’s rival prediction marketplace Kalshi told Cointelegraph that its platform will be restricted in 38 jurisdictions, including France and the UK.
It’s Solana’s turn to fill the corporate crypto war chest
From the FTX fallout to Metaplanet-inspired expansion, Solana’s corporate story is coming full circle through its SOL treasury companies.
Major crypto betting platform Shuffle announces user data breach
Crypto betting platform Shuffle suffered a data breach via its CRM provider Fast Track, exposing most users’ data, founder Noa Dummett said.
Aurelion Treasury launches Nasdaq’s first Tether Gold-backed reserve
The move marks the debut of Nasdaq’s first Tether Gold-backed corporate treasury, which will be established via a $150 million financing round.
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, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
AI bubble? Bitcoin's high correlation to Nvidia sparks 80% crash warning
Circular AI investments among Nvidia, OpenAI and AMD have shown similarities to the dot-com bubble, which could spill over to harm the crypto market.
Crypto safety 2025: 7 easy ways to avoid hacks and scams
Discover seven simple, proven habits — strong 2FA, safe signing, hot/cold wallet separation and recovery plans — to block phishing, toxic approvals, fake support and more.
Banks explore launching a stablecoin linked to G7 currencies
The group of banks said the stablecoin initiative would explore the “benefits of digital assets” in bringing new products to the market.
Trader loses $21M on Hyperliquid after private key leak: How to stay protected
A Hyperliquid trader lost $21 million in a private key exploit, raising new concerns about DeFi security and user vigilance amid growing DEX activity.
Bitcoin advocate, human rights activist María Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize
The Venezuelan opposition leader has championed Bitcoin as a lifeline for individuals trying to protect their wealth or attempting to flee the country.