AI can’t get you Starbucks, but it could with blockchain: Kevin O’Leary
AI will automate most retail purchases in the future, with blockchain used to finalize payments, Shark Tank co-host and venture capitalist Kevin O’Leary says.
Alibaba (BABA) Stock Surges as Smart Glasses and ChatGPT Rival Drop
TLDR Alibaba launches Quark AI Glasses at $660 (3,999 yuan after discounts) with pre-sales starting October 24 and shipping from December The glasses compete with Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses and Xiaomi’s AI glasses, featuring hands-free calling, music streaming, and real-time translation Alibaba unveiled AI Chat Assistant, a new chatbot mode powered by Qwen3 models within [...] The post Alibaba (BABA) Stock Surges as Smart Glasses and ChatGPT Rival Drop appeared first on Blockonomi.
Why web3 needs decentralized infrastructure before it’s too late
The AWS outage exposed the fragility of centralized systems, underscoring the urgent need for web3 to embrace truly distributed, resilient infrastructure.
BNB treasury race accelerates as Applied DNA, CEA Industries expand holdings
Applied DNA’s $27 million deal and CEA’s 500,000 BNB milestone highlight a growing trend of public companies adding Binance’s native token to their balance sheets.
Stablecoins become ‘global macroeconomic force’ as transactions reach $46T: Report
A new a16z report finds that stablecoins now account for over 1% of US dollars in circulation as institutions and fintechs get involved.
Price predictions 10/22: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, XLM
Bitcoin is at a crucial juncture because a daily close below the $107,000 support clears the path for a drop to the psychological level of $100,000.
Google announces quantum advantage, 13,000 times faster than supercomputers
Google's Willow quantum computer processor was able to map out the features of a molecule 13,000 times faster than a modern supercomputer.
Bitcoin wants to go up, but Trump’s tariffs aren’t helping: Will the admin TACO again?
Escalating tensions between the US and China, Trump digging in on tariffs and Bitcoin traders avoiding long leverage could push BTC price to new lows.
Congress moves to revamp Bank Secrecy Act’s reporting thresholds after 50 years
The STREAMLINE Act would update anti–money laundering rules by lifting decades-old thresholds for transaction reporting, cutting red tape for banks and crypto companies.
Citadel CEO discloses massive stake in Solana treasury company
Ken Griffin and Citadel disclosed multimillion-dollar stakes in DeFi Development Corp., signaling rising institutional interest in Solana-linked assets.
Crypto bill deliberation reaches fever pitch between industry execs and US lawmakers
The shutdown could stall progress on the crypto market structure bill, but lawmakers continue to insist the legislation is on track.
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.
‘Millisecond’ preconfirmations make it to Ethereum via new RPC
Ethereum mainnet transfers can reach block times in just 200 milliseconds, according to Ethereum infrastructure platform Primev when using its “FAST RPC” solution.
DraftKings taps Polymarket to clear trades in prediction markets play
Polymarket will act as a clearinghouse for DraftKings’ upcoming prediction market platform, following its acquisition of Railbird earlier this week.
Young Australians’ biggest financial regret: Ignoring Bitcoin at $400
Young Australians feel they could have made a bigger dent in their property goals if they had invested in cryptocurrency 10 years ago, and now they’re locked out.
‘Crazy stuff’ needed for Bitcoin to reach $250K this year: Novogratz
Several prominent Bitcoiners remain confident that Bitcoin will hit $250,000 by year-end, but Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz isn't so sure.
Another ‘legacy’ asset manager enters the crypto ETF ‘land rush’
T. Rowe Price, a $1.8 trillion asset manager, has made its first crypto play, filing to list a US-listed Active Crypto ETF in a twist that surprised some analysts.
Bitcoin may ‘final flush’ to $104K before the bull market returns
Crypto analysts predicted Bitcoin could fall to its 50-week moving average before reversing, citing leverage concerns and historical support patterns.
Jupiter eyes full launch of its new predictions market before 2026
Solana DEX Jupiter has launched a beta prediction market built with Kalshi, letting users bet on real-world events ahead of a full rollout in Q4 2025.
Hyperliquid Strategies wants $1B to buy further into the HYPE
The firm behind the Hyperliquid merger has filed to raise $1 billion via a stock sale, aiming to expand its crypto treasury and strengthen exposure to HYPE tokens.
ARK Invest-backed firm becomes largest ETH hoarder outside the US
ARK Invest-backed Quantum Solutions is now the largest Ether treasury outside of the US and has a 100,000 ETH treasury target.
Bitcoin miner debt surges 500% as miners beef up for the hashrate fight
Bitcoin miners have taken on $12.7 billion in debt as they invest in new rigs and AI infrastructure to stay competitive in the global hashrate race.
Bitcoin ETF apathy is pressuring a key Bitcoin support level
Without Bitcoin ETF holding sustained inflows, Bitcoin could succumb to “demand side fragility,” analysts from Bitfinex warn.
Bunni DEX becomes second crypto project to shut this week
Bunni has decided to re-license its v2 smart contracts from Business Source License to MIT license, allowing developers to use all the features developed by Bunni, garnering praise.
If Bitcoin isn’t ‘crypto,’ what makes it different?
Bitcoin’s design, governance and regulation set it apart from crypto. From supply rules to ETFs, it now sits in a category of its own.
Juggernaut in making? Polymarket’s valuation may jump 10x to $15B with new funding
Polymarket continues to expand its mainstream reach with new partnerships, teaming up with DraftKings, the NHL and OpenAI’s World project.
CZ calls Peter Schiff’s tokenized gold a ‘trust me bro’ asset
Peter Schiff reiterated that Bitcoin will “go to zero” and warned that the US dollar’s era as the global reserve currency is ending, predicting a return to a gold-based system.
WazirX bets on zero-fee crypto trading to drive relaunch after long hiatus
WazirX’s phased comeback begins Friday, offering 30 days of zero-fee trading as the exchange rebuilds liquidity and trust after a long hiatus.
EU sanctions Russian A7A5 stablecoin and crypto exchanges
Russian oil companies have increasingly relied on digital assets and crypto platforms to circumvent financial sanctions, according to the European Commission.
Revolut secures MiCA license in Cyprus to launch Europe-wide crypto services
Revolut also revealed its Crypto 2.0 platform, which will feature over 280 tokens, zero-fee staking up to 22% APY and 1:1 stablecoin-to-US dollar conversion.
Ripple co-founder keeps ‘cashing out’ at the highs: Will it hurt XRP price?
Ripple co-founder and former CEO Chris Larsen has amassed millions in realized profits from XRP since 2018, potentially putting the price recovery at risk.
Turkey’s $200B crypto boom is built on speculation, not adoption: Chainalysis
Turkey’s $200 billion crypto market leads the MENA region, but has been fueled more by speculative activity than by sustainable adoption, according to Chainalysis.
a16z eyes $10B in new funds, but leaves crypto behind despite bullish talk
Andreessen Horowitz is reportedly raising around $10 billion for new AI and defense investments, notably excluding crypto, despite its bullish stance on decentralization.
BNB treasury race accelerates as Applied DNA, CEA Industries expand holdings
Applied DNA’s $27 million deal and CEA’s 500,000 BNB milestone highlight a growing trend of public companies adding Binance’s native token to their balance sheets.
Stablecoins become ‘global macroeconomic force’ as transactions reach $46T: Report
A new a16z report finds that stablecoins now account for over 1% of US dollars in circulation as institutions and fintechs get involved.
Price predictions 10/22: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, XLM
Bitcoin is at a crucial juncture because a daily close below the $107,000 support clears the path for a drop to the psychological level of $100,000.
Google announces quantum advantage, 13,000 times faster than supercomputers
Google's Willow quantum computer processor was able to map out the features of a molecule 13,000 times faster than a modern supercomputer.
Bitcoin wants to go up, but Trump’s tariffs aren’t helping: Will the admin TACO again?
Escalating tensions between the US and China, Trump digging in on tariffs and Bitcoin traders avoiding long leverage could push BTC price to new lows.
Congress moves to revamp Bank Secrecy Act’s reporting thresholds after 50 years
The STREAMLINE Act would update anti–money laundering rules by lifting decades-old thresholds for transaction reporting, cutting red tape for banks and crypto companies.
Citadel CEO discloses massive stake in Solana treasury company
Ken Griffin and Citadel disclosed multimillion-dollar stakes in DeFi Development Corp., signaling rising institutional interest in Solana-linked assets.
Crypto bill deliberation reaches fever pitch between industry execs and US lawmakers
The shutdown could stall progress on the crypto market structure bill, but lawmakers continue to insist the legislation is on track.
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.
‘Millisecond’ preconfirmations make it to Ethereum via new RPC
Ethereum mainnet transfers can reach block times in just 200 milliseconds, according to Ethereum infrastructure platform Primev when using its “FAST RPC” solution.
DraftKings taps Polymarket to clear trades in prediction markets play
Polymarket will act as a clearinghouse for DraftKings’ upcoming prediction market platform, following its acquisition of Railbird earlier this week.
Young Australians’ biggest financial regret: Ignoring Bitcoin at $400
Young Australians feel they could have made a bigger dent in their property goals if they had invested in cryptocurrency 10 years ago, and now they’re locked out.
‘Crazy stuff’ needed for Bitcoin to reach $250K this year: Novogratz
Several prominent Bitcoiners remain confident that Bitcoin will hit $250,000 by year-end, but Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz isn't so sure.
Another ‘legacy’ asset manager enters the crypto ETF ‘land rush’
T. Rowe Price, a $1.8 trillion asset manager, has made its first crypto play, filing to list a US-listed Active Crypto ETF in a twist that surprised some analysts.
Bitcoin may ‘final flush’ to $104K before the bull market returns
Crypto analysts predicted Bitcoin could fall to its 50-week moving average before reversing, citing leverage concerns and historical support patterns.
Jupiter eyes full launch of its new predictions market before 2026
Solana DEX Jupiter has launched a beta prediction market built with Kalshi, letting users bet on real-world events ahead of a full rollout in Q4 2025.
Hyperliquid Strategies wants $1B to buy further into the HYPE
The firm behind the Hyperliquid merger has filed to raise $1 billion via a stock sale, aiming to expand its crypto treasury and strengthen exposure to HYPE tokens.
ARK Invest-backed firm becomes largest ETH hoarder outside the US
ARK Invest-backed Quantum Solutions is now the largest Ether treasury outside of the US and has a 100,000 ETH treasury target.
Bitcoin miner debt surges 500% as miners beef up for the hashrate fight
Bitcoin miners have taken on $12.7 billion in debt as they invest in new rigs and AI infrastructure to stay competitive in the global hashrate race.
Bitcoin ETF apathy is pressuring a key Bitcoin support level
Without Bitcoin ETF holding sustained inflows, Bitcoin could succumb to “demand side fragility,” analysts from Bitfinex warn.
Bunni DEX becomes second crypto project to shut this week
Bunni has decided to re-license its v2 smart contracts from Business Source License to MIT license, allowing developers to use all the features developed by Bunni, garnering praise.
If Bitcoin isn’t ‘crypto,’ what makes it different?
Bitcoin’s design, governance and regulation set it apart from crypto. From supply rules to ETFs, it now sits in a category of its own.
Juggernaut in making? Polymarket’s valuation may jump 10x to $15B with new funding
Polymarket continues to expand its mainstream reach with new partnerships, teaming up with DraftKings, the NHL and OpenAI’s World project.
CZ calls Peter Schiff’s tokenized gold a ‘trust me bro’ asset
Peter Schiff reiterated that Bitcoin will “go to zero” and warned that the US dollar’s era as the global reserve currency is ending, predicting a return to a gold-based system.
WazirX bets on zero-fee crypto trading to drive relaunch after long hiatus
WazirX’s phased comeback begins Friday, offering 30 days of zero-fee trading as the exchange rebuilds liquidity and trust after a long hiatus.
EU sanctions Russian A7A5 stablecoin and crypto exchanges
Russian oil companies have increasingly relied on digital assets and crypto platforms to circumvent financial sanctions, according to the European Commission.
Revolut secures MiCA license in Cyprus to launch Europe-wide crypto services
Revolut also revealed its Crypto 2.0 platform, which will feature over 280 tokens, zero-fee staking up to 22% APY and 1:1 stablecoin-to-US dollar conversion.
Ripple co-founder keeps ‘cashing out’ at the highs: Will it hurt XRP price?
Ripple co-founder and former CEO Chris Larsen has amassed millions in realized profits from XRP since 2018, potentially putting the price recovery at risk.
Turkey’s $200B crypto boom is built on speculation, not adoption: Chainalysis
Turkey’s $200 billion crypto market leads the MENA region, but has been fueled more by speculative activity than by sustainable adoption, according to Chainalysis.
a16z eyes $10B in new funds, but leaves crypto behind despite bullish talk
Andreessen Horowitz is reportedly raising around $10 billion for new AI and defense investments, notably excluding crypto, despite its bullish stance on decentralization.
DraftKings (DKNG) Stock: Sports Betting Giant Partners with Polymarket for Prediction Markets
TLDR DraftKings acquired CFTC-regulated prediction market platform Railbird and will launch DraftKings Predictions mobile app in coming months with Polymarket handling trade clearing Polymarket is seeking new funding at a $12-15 billion valuation, more than tenfold increase from its $1 billion valuation in June 2025 Prediction markets hit record trading volumes with over $4.63 billion [...] The post DraftKings (DKNG) Stock: Sports Betting Giant Partners with Polymarket for Prediction Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.
This Could be Your Last Chance to Buy Bitcoin at $100K, as the Best Crypto Presales to Buy Continue to Pump
Quick Facts: 1️⃣ Bitcoin is trading around $110K and remains well below its peak near $126K. 2️⃣ Should the US Fed announce additional rate cuts, this could help Bitcoin’s price rebound in the current down market. 3️⃣ Meanwhile, investors are also looking into the best crypto presales to buy, such as Bitcoin Hyper and Snorter […]
a16z eyes $10B in new funds, but leaves crypto behind despite bullish talk
Andreessen Horowitz is reportedly raising around $10 billion for new AI and defense investments, notably excluding crypto, despite its bullish stance on decentralization.
BNB treasury race accelerates as Applied DNA, CEA Industries expand holdings
Applied DNA’s $27 million deal and CEA’s 500,000 BNB milestone highlight a growing trend of public companies adding Binance’s native token to their balance sheets.
Stablecoins become ‘global macroeconomic force’ as transactions reach $46T: Report
A new a16z report finds that stablecoins now account for over 1% of US dollars in circulation as institutions and fintechs get involved.
Price predictions 10/22: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, XLM
Bitcoin is at a crucial juncture because a daily close below the $107,000 support clears the path for a drop to the psychological level of $100,000.
Google announces quantum advantage, 13,000 times faster than supercomputers
Google's Willow quantum computer processor was able to map out the features of a molecule 13,000 times faster than a modern supercomputer.
Bitcoin wants to go up, but Trump’s tariffs aren’t helping: Will the admin TACO again?
Escalating tensions between the US and China, Trump digging in on tariffs and Bitcoin traders avoiding long leverage could push BTC price to new lows.
Congress moves to revamp Bank Secrecy Act’s reporting thresholds after 50 years
The STREAMLINE Act would update anti–money laundering rules by lifting decades-old thresholds for transaction reporting, cutting red tape for banks and crypto companies.
Citadel CEO discloses massive stake in Solana treasury company
Ken Griffin and Citadel disclosed multimillion-dollar stakes in DeFi Development Corp., signaling rising institutional interest in Solana-linked assets.
Crypto bill deliberation reaches fever pitch between industry execs and US lawmakers
The shutdown could stall progress on the crypto market structure bill, but lawmakers continue to insist the legislation is on track.
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.
‘Millisecond’ preconfirmations make it to Ethereum via new RPC
Ethereum mainnet transfers can reach block times in just 200 milliseconds, according to Ethereum infrastructure platform Primev when using its “FAST RPC” solution.
DraftKings taps Polymarket to clear trades in prediction markets play
Polymarket will act as a clearinghouse for DraftKings’ upcoming prediction market platform, following its acquisition of Railbird earlier this week.
Young Australians’ biggest financial regret: Ignoring Bitcoin at $400
Young Australians feel they could have made a bigger dent in their property goals if they had invested in cryptocurrency 10 years ago, and now they’re locked out.
‘Crazy stuff’ needed for Bitcoin to reach $250K this year: Novogratz
Several prominent Bitcoiners remain confident that Bitcoin will hit $250,000 by year-end, but Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz isn't so sure.
Another ‘legacy’ asset manager enters the crypto ETF ‘land rush’
T. Rowe Price, a $1.8 trillion asset manager, has made its first crypto play, filing to list a US-listed Active Crypto ETF in a twist that surprised some analysts.
Bitcoin may ‘final flush’ to $104K before the bull market returns
Crypto analysts predicted Bitcoin could fall to its 50-week moving average before reversing, citing leverage concerns and historical support patterns.
Jupiter eyes full launch of its new predictions market before 2026
Solana DEX Jupiter has launched a beta prediction market built with Kalshi, letting users bet on real-world events ahead of a full rollout in Q4 2025.
Hyperliquid Strategies wants $1B to buy further into the HYPE
The firm behind the Hyperliquid merger has filed to raise $1 billion via a stock sale, aiming to expand its crypto treasury and strengthen exposure to HYPE tokens.
ARK Invest-backed firm becomes largest ETH hoarder outside the US
ARK Invest-backed Quantum Solutions is now the largest Ether treasury outside of the US and has a 100,000 ETH treasury target.
Bitcoin miner debt surges 500% as miners beef up for the hashrate fight
Bitcoin miners have taken on $12.7 billion in debt as they invest in new rigs and AI infrastructure to stay competitive in the global hashrate race.
Bitcoin ETF apathy is pressuring a key Bitcoin support level
Without Bitcoin ETF holding sustained inflows, Bitcoin could succumb to “demand side fragility,” analysts from Bitfinex warn.
Bunni DEX becomes second crypto project to shut this week
Bunni has decided to re-license its v2 smart contracts from Business Source License to MIT license, allowing developers to use all the features developed by Bunni, garnering praise.
If Bitcoin isn’t ‘crypto,’ what makes it different?
Bitcoin’s design, governance and regulation set it apart from crypto. From supply rules to ETFs, it now sits in a category of its own.
Juggernaut in making? Polymarket’s valuation may jump 10x to $15B with new funding
Polymarket continues to expand its mainstream reach with new partnerships, teaming up with DraftKings, the NHL and OpenAI’s World project.
CZ calls Peter Schiff’s tokenized gold a ‘trust me bro’ asset
Peter Schiff reiterated that Bitcoin will “go to zero” and warned that the US dollar’s era as the global reserve currency is ending, predicting a return to a gold-based system.
WazirX bets on zero-fee crypto trading to drive relaunch after long hiatus
WazirX’s phased comeback begins Friday, offering 30 days of zero-fee trading as the exchange rebuilds liquidity and trust after a long hiatus.
EU sanctions Russian A7A5 stablecoin and crypto exchanges
Russian oil companies have increasingly relied on digital assets and crypto platforms to circumvent financial sanctions, according to the European Commission.
Revolut secures MiCA license in Cyprus to launch Europe-wide crypto services
Revolut also revealed its Crypto 2.0 platform, which will feature over 280 tokens, zero-fee staking up to 22% APY and 1:1 stablecoin-to-US dollar conversion.
Ripple co-founder keeps ‘cashing out’ at the highs: Will it hurt XRP price?
Ripple co-founder and former CEO Chris Larsen has amassed millions in realized profits from XRP since 2018, potentially putting the price recovery at risk.
Turkey’s $200B crypto boom is built on speculation, not adoption: Chainalysis
Turkey’s $200 billion crypto market leads the MENA region, but has been fueled more by speculative activity than by sustainable adoption, according to Chainalysis.
a16z eyes $10B in new funds, but leaves crypto behind despite bullish talk
Andreessen Horowitz is reportedly raising around $10 billion for new AI and defense investments, notably excluding crypto, despite its bullish stance on decentralization.
QuantumScape (QS) Stock Falls 12% as Q3 Loss and R&D Costs Weigh on Financials
TLDR QuantumScape posts $105.8M Q3 loss as rising R&D and scaling costs pressure financials Stock tumbles 12.5% to $13.58 as investors react to deepening quarterly losses Solid-state battery push drives heavy spending despite lower capex guidance Strong $1B liquidity cushions losses but delays path to profitability New Corning and Murata partnerships boost long-term solid-state battery [...] The post QuantumScape (QS) Stock Falls 12% as Q3 Loss and R&D Costs Weigh on Financials appeared first on Blockonomi.
Why This Crypto Analyst Now Believes XRP Price At $21 Is No Longer A Dream
The XRP price has yet to reclaim its $3.84 all-time high from back in 2018, continuing to trend below $3 even now. However, this has not stopped analysts from predicting a bright future for the cryptocurrency. A fair number have forecasted that not only is the alt coin’s price headed to new all-time highs, but […]
The Next Big Flip? Why Whales Are Moving From Bitcoin Into Ozak AI
Bitcoin continues to lead the market, but as the cycle matures, whales are rotating capital into higher-upside plays like Ozak AI, aiming to capture the next big wave before retail catches on. Priced at $0.0012 in its 6th OZ presale stage, with over $4 million raised and more than 960 million tokens sold, Ozak AI [...] The post The Next Big Flip? Why Whales Are Moving From Bitcoin Into Ozak AI appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ford (F) Stock: Why This Analyst Just Upgraded Shares Before Earnings
TLDR Ford Motor reports Q3 2025 earnings on October 23 after market close, with analysts expecting earnings of $0.35 per share on revenue of $47.05 billion The stock has climbed 15.6% year-to-date, fueled by strong hybrid vehicle sales and steady demand for pickups and SUVs Jefferies analyst upgraded Ford from Underperform to Hold with a [...] The post Ford (F) Stock: Why This Analyst Just Upgraded Shares Before Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.
BNB treasury race accelerates as Applied DNA, CEA Industries expand holdings
Applied DNA’s $27 million deal and CEA’s 500,000 BNB milestone highlight a growing trend of public companies adding Binance’s native token to their balance sheets.