How to use Grok 4 for smarter crypto research before you invest
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Ethereum price outlook improves as U.S. spot ETH ETF inflows resume
Ethereum price is eyeing a recovery as U.S. spot exchange-traded funds record $141 million in inflows, indicating renewed investor confidence after days of outflows. Ethereum is trading at $3,857, down 0.2% in the past 24 hours. Over the last seven…
Hong Kong SFC approves first Solana spot ETF issued by ChinaAMC
Asia's crypto market integration accelerates, enhancing global investment appeal and institutional access to diverse blockchain assets. The post Hong Kong SFC approves first Solana spot ETF issued by ChinaAMC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin's Quantum Deadline 2026: Analyst Warns of Biggest Bear Market Ever
Bitcoin could be facing its most devastating bear market yet, according to analyst Charles Edwards, who warns that, without a solution to quantum threats, the network's core security could collapse by 2026.
Coinbase bets $375M that onchain ICO crowdfunding is crypto’s next wave
Echo, a crowdfunding platform whose first fundraising project was Ethena, has been acquired by Coinbase after operating for less than two years.
Will Solana price bounce below $180? Double bottom hints at 40% rally
Solana price data strongly suggests that the recent correction to $174 was a buy-the-dip opportunity as traders eye a rally to $250.
The P2E apocalypse is gaming’s best news
Play-to-earn gaming’s collapse isn’t a crisis; it’s a necessary reset that will force developers to prioritize fun over financial extraction mechanics.
Binance’s $33M charity gift becomes Malta’s political minefield
Malta’s Finance Minister Clyde Caruana backed a government-run charity’s decision to reject a now $33 million Binance donation due to reputational concerns.
Fake social media accounts: The rise of Cointelegraph impersonators, explained
Fake “Cointelegraph” accounts are scamming crypto users. Learn how to spot impostors, verify identities and stay protected in 2025.
How Batched Threshold Encryption could end extractive MEV and make DeFi fair again
BTE offers epochless, constant-size decryption shares (as small as 48 bytes) that can help layer-2 rollups to achieve pending transaction privacy.
Bitcoin taps $110K as BTC price diverges from 5% gold correction
Bitcoin returned to $110,000 after bouncing at the weekend’s CME futures gap, contrasting with 5.5% daily losses and a potential double top for gold.
California just drew the line between crypto and cash: Here’s why it matters
California’s SB 822 ends forced crypto sell-offs and requires holders to send in-kind transfers of unclaimed crypto to the state, promoting stronger consumer rights.
Andrew Cuomo’s crypto Hail Mary unlikely to give an edge over Mamdani
As the New York mayor’s race draws to a culmination, Andrew Cuomo has developed a crypto and AI strategy for the city.
Fed mulls ‘skinny’ payment accounts to open rails for fintech, crypto firms
Industry watchers welcomed the idea of “skinny” master accounts as another sign of the end of crypto’s banking troubles, which insiders described as “Operation Chokepoint 2.0.”
Bitcoin whales quietly embrace BlackRock ETF following SEC rule change
Bitcoin’s biggest holders are moving billions into ETFs like BlackRock’s IBIT, signaling a new phase of institutional adoption.
Don’t let your Bitcoin die with you — here’s how to prepare before it’s too late
It is essential to secure your BTC, altcoins and NFTs with a crypto inheritance plan that safeguards keys and simplifies wealth transfer for heirs.
SharpLink adds 19,000 ETH, lifts holdings to $3.5B as companies buy the dip
SharpLink increased its ETH holdings following a $76.5 million raise, with staking rewards topping $23 million since its treasury launch in June.
Galaxy Digital reports $505M Q3 profit on trading surge, institutional demand
Galaxy Digital reported higher quarterly profit as trading volume increased 140%, reflecting stronger institutional activity in crypto markets.
Bitcoin whale opens $235M BTC short, after netting $200M from market crash
The $11 billion Bitcoin whale made millions in profit from last week’s crypto market crash and continues betting on more downside.
Bitcoin rally to $114K highlights futures traders’ improving confidence
Crypto futures traders are returning to the market and opening fresh positions as Bitcoin, SOL and ETH rallied into overhead resistance levels.
Ethereum enters final testnet phase ahead of Dec. 3 Fusaka upgrade
The cap on individual transactions aims to improve block efficiency, reduce DoS risks and lay the groundwork for parallel execution in future upgrades like Glamsterdam.
Ocean Protocol’s team faces $250K bounty after $120M crypto dump allegations
While Ocean Protocol denied the allegations, onchain data points to an Ocean Protocol-linked multisignature wallet converting about 661 million Ocean tokens into 286 million FET.
Maple Finance stablecoins debut on Aave’s onchain lending markets
The partnership links Aave’s liquidity with Maple Finance’s institutional credit pools, introducing yield-bearing stablecoins to Aave's lending markets.
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.
Kadena blames ‘market conditions’ as founding team exits, tanking token
The team behind the Kadena blockchain said it is no longer able to continue business operations and will cease maintenance of the network immediately.
Tether’s stablecoin touches 6.25% of the world’s population, says CEO
Tether has notched its 500 millionth user of its USDT stablecoin, an achievement its CEO Paolo Ardoino said is “likely the biggest financial inclusion achievement in history.”
Kraken CEO hits back as banker calls stablecoin yields a ‘detriment’
Consumers deserve the choice to earn yield on stablecoins, not be boxed into earning interest only through banks, Kraken co-CEO Dave Ripley said.
Asia’s stock exchanges are pushing back against crypto treasuries: Report
Top exchanges in Hong Kong, India and Australia are rejecting companies seeking to become crypto hoarders, citing shell company concerns.
Coinbase CEO reveals ‘private transactions’ are coming to Base
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong credited the company’s acquisition of Iron Fish in March to drive the effort, though there are questions about how private the transactions really will be.
Retail crypto TXs have doubled on regulatory clarity: TRM Labs
Most crypto activity over the last year has been tied to practical use cases such as payments, remittances and preserving value in volatile economic conditions.
Major crypto wallets raise defense network as phishers jack $400M
MetaMask has partnered with other major crypto wallet providers to launch a real-time phishing defense network, allowing anyone to “prevent the next major phishing attack.”
Bitcoin chart is echoing the 1970s soybean bubble: Peter Brandt
The 1970s were one of the most volatile decades in recent economic history, giving rise to a commodities boom that saw soybean prices soar, then plummet.
OpenAI launches browser with a brain powered by agentic AI
OpenAI has announced Atlas, an AI browser with agent mode that researches, automates tasks and shops online while users browse.
Why most ‘crypto cities’ flop — and the blueprint execs say might work
Crypto executives argue that a self-sovereign city powered by cryptographic and decentralized systems is technically possible but would be immensely challenging.
Solana Dominates Blockchain Activity with Record $5B Annualized Fees
Solana is once again proving why it’s among the most dominant blockchains in the world. Data from September 2025 shows the network collected roughly $425 million in on-chain transaction fees, placing it on pace to exceed $5 billion annually. That figure doesn’t just highlight user activity, it reflects Solana’s growing economic weight across the entire crypto ecosystem. Fees and Revenue The numbers are staggering. According to on-chain data, Solana’s total fee revenue has surged, with gross annualized fees now topping $5 billion. This positions Solana far ahead of most public blockchains in both usage and revenue generation. On a per-user The post Solana Dominates Blockchain Activity with Record $5B Annualized Fees appeared first on The Merkle News.
Ocean Protocol Faces Allegations Over $100M in Token Transfers Following ASI Exit
The drama around the ASI alliance has escalated. This time, it’s Ocean Protocol in the spotlight, accused of offloading over $100 million worth of community tokens. Fetch AI has publicly accused Ocean Protocol of this misconduct and concealment following a series of large token transfers. The Alliance That Started It All Back in March 2024, Ocean Protocol, Fetch AI, and SingularityNET announced a bold move, a merger under the Artificial Superintelligence (ASI) Alliance. The goal: unify their projects under one token, $FET, to streamline liquidity and drive interoperability across decentralized AI ecosystems. Under the deal, holders of $OCEAN and $AGIX The post Ocean Protocol Faces Allegations Over $100M in Token Transfers Following ASI Exit appeared first on The Merkle News.
Crypto treasury companies face pushback from Asian stock exchanges: report
Asian stock exchanges are tightening rules against crypto treasury firms, making it difficult for listed companies to hold reserves on their balance sheets. Crypto treasury strategies are hitting roadblocks across Asia. According to a recent Bloomberg report, Hong Kong Exchanges…
Retail Confidence Lifts $XRP — $PEPENODE Emerges as the Next Crypto to Explode
Quick Facts: 1️⃣ Ripple ($XRP) rebounded above $2.50, with surging Futures Open Interest at $3.8B, signaling renewed investor confidence. 2️⃣ Sustained price action above $2.50 and a bullish MACD crossover suggest upward momentum, with resistance at $2.61–$2.70. 3️⃣ As XRP leads a broader altcoin recovery, investors are eyeing $PEPENODE — the native token of a […]
Draftkings Enters Prediction Markets Race With Railbird Acquisition
Draftkings Inc. has officially entered the regulated prediction markets arena with its Oct. 21 acquisition of Railbird Technologies Inc. and its subsidiary Railbird Exchange, LLC, expanding beyond its traditional sports betting, daily fantasy, and iGaming operations. Draftkings Expands Beyond Sports Betting With Railbird Deal Draftkings’ (Nasdaq: DKNG) move marks a strategic leap into a growing […]
Coinbase bets $375M that onchain ICO crowdfunding is crypto’s next wave
Echo, a crowdfunding platform whose first fundraising project was Ethena, has been acquired by Coinbase after operating for less than two years.
Will Solana price bounce below $180? Double bottom hints at 40% rally
Solana price data strongly suggests that the recent correction to $174 was a buy-the-dip opportunity as traders eye a rally to $250.
The P2E apocalypse is gaming’s best news
Play-to-earn gaming’s collapse isn’t a crisis; it’s a necessary reset that will force developers to prioritize fun over financial extraction mechanics.
Binance’s $33M charity gift becomes Malta’s political minefield
Malta’s Finance Minister Clyde Caruana backed a government-run charity’s decision to reject a now $33 million Binance donation due to reputational concerns.
Fake social media accounts: The rise of Cointelegraph impersonators, explained
Fake “Cointelegraph” accounts are scamming crypto users. Learn how to spot impostors, verify identities and stay protected in 2025.
How Batched Threshold Encryption could end extractive MEV and make DeFi fair again
BTE offers epochless, constant-size decryption shares (as small as 48 bytes) that can help layer-2 rollups to achieve pending transaction privacy.
Bitcoin taps $110K as BTC price diverges from 5% gold correction
Bitcoin returned to $110,000 after bouncing at the weekend’s CME futures gap, contrasting with 5.5% daily losses and a potential double top for gold.
California just drew the line between crypto and cash: Here’s why it matters
California’s SB 822 ends forced crypto sell-offs and requires holders to send in-kind transfers of unclaimed crypto to the state, promoting stronger consumer rights.
Andrew Cuomo’s crypto Hail Mary unlikely to give an edge over Mamdani
As the New York mayor’s race draws to a culmination, Andrew Cuomo has developed a crypto and AI strategy for the city.
Fed mulls ‘skinny’ payment accounts to open rails for fintech, crypto firms
Industry watchers welcomed the idea of “skinny” master accounts as another sign of the end of crypto’s banking troubles, which insiders described as “Operation Chokepoint 2.0.”
Bitcoin whales quietly embrace BlackRock ETF following SEC rule change
Bitcoin’s biggest holders are moving billions into ETFs like BlackRock’s IBIT, signaling a new phase of institutional adoption.
Don’t let your Bitcoin die with you — here’s how to prepare before it’s too late
It is essential to secure your BTC, altcoins and NFTs with a crypto inheritance plan that safeguards keys and simplifies wealth transfer for heirs.
SharpLink adds 19,000 ETH, lifts holdings to $3.5B as companies buy the dip
SharpLink increased its ETH holdings following a $76.5 million raise, with staking rewards topping $23 million since its treasury launch in June.
Galaxy Digital reports $505M Q3 profit on trading surge, institutional demand
Galaxy Digital reported higher quarterly profit as trading volume increased 140%, reflecting stronger institutional activity in crypto markets.
Bitcoin whale opens $235M BTC short, after netting $200M from market crash
The $11 billion Bitcoin whale made millions in profit from last week’s crypto market crash and continues betting on more downside.
Bitcoin rally to $114K highlights futures traders’ improving confidence
Crypto futures traders are returning to the market and opening fresh positions as Bitcoin, SOL and ETH rallied into overhead resistance levels.
Ethereum enters final testnet phase ahead of Dec. 3 Fusaka upgrade
The cap on individual transactions aims to improve block efficiency, reduce DoS risks and lay the groundwork for parallel execution in future upgrades like Glamsterdam.
Ocean Protocol’s team faces $250K bounty after $120M crypto dump allegations
While Ocean Protocol denied the allegations, onchain data points to an Ocean Protocol-linked multisignature wallet converting about 661 million Ocean tokens into 286 million FET.
Maple Finance stablecoins debut on Aave’s onchain lending markets
The partnership links Aave’s liquidity with Maple Finance’s institutional credit pools, introducing yield-bearing stablecoins to Aave's lending markets.
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.
Kadena blames ‘market conditions’ as founding team exits, tanking token
The team behind the Kadena blockchain said it is no longer able to continue business operations and will cease maintenance of the network immediately.
Tether’s stablecoin touches 6.25% of the world’s population, says CEO
Tether has notched its 500 millionth user of its USDT stablecoin, an achievement its CEO Paolo Ardoino said is “likely the biggest financial inclusion achievement in history.”
Kraken CEO hits back as banker calls stablecoin yields a ‘detriment’
Consumers deserve the choice to earn yield on stablecoins, not be boxed into earning interest only through banks, Kraken co-CEO Dave Ripley said.
Asia’s stock exchanges are pushing back against crypto treasuries: Report
Top exchanges in Hong Kong, India and Australia are rejecting companies seeking to become crypto hoarders, citing shell company concerns.
Coinbase CEO reveals ‘private transactions’ are coming to Base
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong credited the company’s acquisition of Iron Fish in March to drive the effort, though there are questions about how private the transactions really will be.
Retail crypto TXs have doubled on regulatory clarity: TRM Labs
Most crypto activity over the last year has been tied to practical use cases such as payments, remittances and preserving value in volatile economic conditions.
Major crypto wallets raise defense network as phishers jack $400M
MetaMask has partnered with other major crypto wallet providers to launch a real-time phishing defense network, allowing anyone to “prevent the next major phishing attack.”
Bitcoin chart is echoing the 1970s soybean bubble: Peter Brandt
The 1970s were one of the most volatile decades in recent economic history, giving rise to a commodities boom that saw soybean prices soar, then plummet.
OpenAI launches browser with a brain powered by agentic AI
OpenAI has announced Atlas, an AI browser with agent mode that researches, automates tasks and shops online while users browse.
Why most ‘crypto cities’ flop — and the blueprint execs say might work
Crypto executives argue that a self-sovereign city powered by cryptographic and decentralized systems is technically possible but would be immensely challenging.
Solana DEX Meteora to launch MET token with half supply circulating: What will its FDV be?
Meteora’s MET token debuts on October 23, with nearly 48% of its 1 billion supply entering circulation. What will its FDV be? Meteora’s TGE is set for October 23, with the MET token confirmed to list on major exchanges including OKX…
Spot Bitcoin ETF inflows return as BTC briefly surpasses $113k
Inflows returned spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. returned on Tuesday, as Bitcoin briefly surged past $113,000 while gold witnessed a sharp sell-off on the day. According to data from SoSoValue, the 12 spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $477.19 million in…
Crypto ‘No Longer In The Fringes’: Federal Reserve Governor Declares Start Of New Era
A Federal Reserve (Fed) Governor has declared the start of a new chapter for the agency’s posture on crypto and shared their goal to actively participate in the “tech-driven revolution” of the payments system. Related Reading: South Korea’s FSC To Prohibit Stablecoin Interest Payments In Upcoming Framework Crypto, DeFi ‘Woven’ Into The Payment Systems On […]
Bitmine buys $250M in ETH - Supply squeeze on the way?
Key Takeaways Is Ethereum being accumulated again? Yes. ETH outflows from Binance have surged. Are institutions buying Ethereum? Yes. Wallets linked to Bitmine just bought $250 million worth of The post Bitmine buys $250M in ETH - Supply squeeze on the way? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Coinbase bets $375M that onchain ICO crowdfunding is crypto’s next wave
Echo, a crowdfunding platform whose first fundraising project was Ethena, has been acquired by Coinbase after operating for less than two years.
Will Solana price bounce below $180? Double bottom hints at 40% rally
Solana price data strongly suggests that the recent correction to $174 was a buy-the-dip opportunity as traders eye a rally to $250.
The P2E apocalypse is gaming’s best news
Play-to-earn gaming’s collapse isn’t a crisis; it’s a necessary reset that will force developers to prioritize fun over financial extraction mechanics.
Binance’s $33M charity gift becomes Malta’s political minefield
Malta’s Finance Minister Clyde Caruana backed a government-run charity’s decision to reject a now $33 million Binance donation due to reputational concerns.
Fake social media accounts: The rise of Cointelegraph impersonators, explained
Fake “Cointelegraph” accounts are scamming crypto users. Learn how to spot impostors, verify identities and stay protected in 2025.
How Batched Threshold Encryption could end extractive MEV and make DeFi fair again
BTE offers epochless, constant-size decryption shares (as small as 48 bytes) that can help layer-2 rollups to achieve pending transaction privacy.
Bitcoin taps $110K as BTC price diverges from 5% gold correction
Bitcoin returned to $110,000 after bouncing at the weekend’s CME futures gap, contrasting with 5.5% daily losses and a potential double top for gold.
California just drew the line between crypto and cash: Here’s why it matters
California’s SB 822 ends forced crypto sell-offs and requires holders to send in-kind transfers of unclaimed crypto to the state, promoting stronger consumer rights.
Andrew Cuomo’s crypto Hail Mary unlikely to give an edge over Mamdani
As the New York mayor’s race draws to a culmination, Andrew Cuomo has developed a crypto and AI strategy for the city.
Fed mulls ‘skinny’ payment accounts to open rails for fintech, crypto firms
Industry watchers welcomed the idea of “skinny” master accounts as another sign of the end of crypto’s banking troubles, which insiders described as “Operation Chokepoint 2.0.”
Bitcoin whales quietly embrace BlackRock ETF following SEC rule change
Bitcoin’s biggest holders are moving billions into ETFs like BlackRock’s IBIT, signaling a new phase of institutional adoption.
Don’t let your Bitcoin die with you — here’s how to prepare before it’s too late
It is essential to secure your BTC, altcoins and NFTs with a crypto inheritance plan that safeguards keys and simplifies wealth transfer for heirs.
SharpLink adds 19,000 ETH, lifts holdings to $3.5B as companies buy the dip
SharpLink increased its ETH holdings following a $76.5 million raise, with staking rewards topping $23 million since its treasury launch in June.
Galaxy Digital reports $505M Q3 profit on trading surge, institutional demand
Galaxy Digital reported higher quarterly profit as trading volume increased 140%, reflecting stronger institutional activity in crypto markets.
Bitcoin whale opens $235M BTC short, after netting $200M from market crash
The $11 billion Bitcoin whale made millions in profit from last week’s crypto market crash and continues betting on more downside.
Bitcoin rally to $114K highlights futures traders’ improving confidence
Crypto futures traders are returning to the market and opening fresh positions as Bitcoin, SOL and ETH rallied into overhead resistance levels.
Ethereum enters final testnet phase ahead of Dec. 3 Fusaka upgrade
The cap on individual transactions aims to improve block efficiency, reduce DoS risks and lay the groundwork for parallel execution in future upgrades like Glamsterdam.
Ocean Protocol’s team faces $250K bounty after $120M crypto dump allegations
While Ocean Protocol denied the allegations, onchain data points to an Ocean Protocol-linked multisignature wallet converting about 661 million Ocean tokens into 286 million FET.
Maple Finance stablecoins debut on Aave’s onchain lending markets
The partnership links Aave’s liquidity with Maple Finance’s institutional credit pools, introducing yield-bearing stablecoins to Aave's lending markets.
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.
Kadena blames ‘market conditions’ as founding team exits, tanking token
The team behind the Kadena blockchain said it is no longer able to continue business operations and will cease maintenance of the network immediately.
Tether’s stablecoin touches 6.25% of the world’s population, says CEO
Tether has notched its 500 millionth user of its USDT stablecoin, an achievement its CEO Paolo Ardoino said is “likely the biggest financial inclusion achievement in history.”
Kraken CEO hits back as banker calls stablecoin yields a ‘detriment’
Consumers deserve the choice to earn yield on stablecoins, not be boxed into earning interest only through banks, Kraken co-CEO Dave Ripley said.
Asia’s stock exchanges are pushing back against crypto treasuries: Report
Top exchanges in Hong Kong, India and Australia are rejecting companies seeking to become crypto hoarders, citing shell company concerns.
Coinbase CEO reveals ‘private transactions’ are coming to Base
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong credited the company’s acquisition of Iron Fish in March to drive the effort, though there are questions about how private the transactions really will be.
Retail crypto TXs have doubled on regulatory clarity: TRM Labs
Most crypto activity over the last year has been tied to practical use cases such as payments, remittances and preserving value in volatile economic conditions.
Major crypto wallets raise defense network as phishers jack $400M
MetaMask has partnered with other major crypto wallet providers to launch a real-time phishing defense network, allowing anyone to “prevent the next major phishing attack.”
Bitcoin chart is echoing the 1970s soybean bubble: Peter Brandt
The 1970s were one of the most volatile decades in recent economic history, giving rise to a commodities boom that saw soybean prices soar, then plummet.