‘The claim that L2s inherit ETH security is erroneous’ — Solana co-founder
Ethereum layer-2 networks have glaring security and centralization issues, according to Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of the Solana blockchain.
South Korea’s Bitplanet begins Bitcoin treasury plan with 93 BTC buy
South Korea’s publicly listed Bitplanet has begun its daily Bitcoin accumulation program, purchasing 93 BTC on Oct. 26 as part of a long-term plan to build a 10,000 BTC treasury. The move marks the country’s first fully regulated Bitcoin purchase…
First yen-pegged stablecoin JPYC to launch today, Oct. 27
Japan’s first yen-backed stablecoin, JPYC, will officially launch on Monday, Oct. 27. This marks a major milestone in the country’s push toward blockchain-based finance. According to a report by Reuters, the rollout comes after Japan’s Financial Services Agency gave its…
‘Attack on Bitcoin’ — Bitcoiners slam ‘legal threats’ in soft fork proposal
A new Bitcoin improvement proposal calls for a one-year soft fork for Bitcoin while developers resolve the transaction filtering debate, but the language within it has sparked controversy.
Javier Milei’s crypto-friendly party wins Argentine midterm
Argentina’s La Libertad Avanza party, led by President Javier Milei, has won the midterms, positioning Milei as the frontrunner for the 2027 elections.
Astros Launches and Joins the $1 Trillion Perp DEX Horse Race
The new decentralized exchange (DEX) is built on top of the Sui blockchain which recently topped $2.6 billion in total value locked (TVL). A New Contender Emerges in the $1 Trillion Perpetual DEX Race Perpetual DEXs topped $1 trillion in trading volume last month, spurred by the emergence of new players such as YZi Labs’ […]
Trump to nominate SEC's 'pro-crypto' Michael Selig as CFTC chair: Report
The rumored nomination of Michael Selig follows the CFTC nomination process hitting a snag in September when Brian Quintenz was withdrawn.
Bitcoin miners build on gains after Jane Street discloses stakes
Shares of leading Bitcoin mining companies rose after Jane Street disclosed new holdings on Thursday, extending a months-long rally across publicly traded mining stocks.
Rumble partners with Tether to add Bitcoin tips for content creators
Video sharing platform Rumble has teamed up with Tether to help it add Bitcoin tips to content creators, expected to launch in early to mid-December.
Bank of England probes data-mining lending strategies fueling AI bets
The Bank of England is worried that a rise in financiers' lending to data center lending may cause an AI bubble reminiscent of the dot-com crash in the early 2000s.
Ripple now a one-stop fintech shop after closing Hidden Road acquisition
Ripple has completed its acquisition of Hidden Road, a move that will expand its fintech services for institutional clients and boost the utility and reach of its RLUSD stablecoin.
Spot Ether ETFs see outflows for second consecutive week amid ‘cooling demand’
Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $446 million in weekly inflows, signaling renewed institutional confidence in BTC as Ether funds faced a second straight week of outflows.
Ferrari to launch digital token to let fans bid on its Le Mans-winning race car
Ferrari is deepening its crypto push with a new digital token for its top clients, letting them bid on the Le Mans-winning 499P as part of a limited auction set to launch in 2027.
No HMRC letter? UK crypto investors may still owe taxes, expert warns
HMRC has issued 65,000 crypto tax warning letters, but experts say UK investors who haven’t been contacted could still owe taxes.
Countries across Africa approve new crypto laws as adoption grows
Crypto laws are popping up across Africa as countries race to offer favorable conditions to the crypto industry and balance consumer safety concerns.
Don’t just tokenize assets, build the institutions to back them
RWA tokenization faces criticism, but regulatory clarity and institutional adoption prove it’s building the foundation for finance’s future.
XRP price eyes rally to $3.45 after Ripple CEO tells investors to ‘lock in’
XRP eyes a breakout toward $3–$3.45 as strong technical support and Ripple’s expanding institutional push fuel renewed bullish momentum.
Ledger’s new multisig interface sparks backlash over 'cash cow' fees
Ledger’s new multisig app earns praise for tech upgrades but sparks backlash over added transaction fees.
Mid-tier Bitcoin miners gain ground, reshaping post-halving competition
Smaller Bitcoin miners surge in hashrate and debt as competition intensifies post-halving, reshaping the industry’s balance of power.
ISM Manufacturing PMI suggests Bitcoin cycle may extend beyond historical norm
Bitcoin’s market cycles may stretch longer as ISM manufacturing data remains weak, hinting at extended macro headwinds and slower business recovery.
Kyrgyzstan launches stablecoin on BNB Chain, confirms future CBDC rollout
A stablecoin is now live in Kyrgyzstan, which confirmed plans to launch a CBDC and explore a national crypto reserve after meeting with strategic adviser Changpeng Zhao.
Coinbase’s x402 transactions explode over 10,000% in a month
Coinbase’s x402 protocol, which enables AI agents to transact autonomously over the internet, has seen a 10,000% rise in transaction activity over a month.
Coinbase wants to bring the entire startup lifecycle onchain, CEO Armstrong says
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said onchain fundraising could make capital formation “more efficient, fair, and transparent.”
CZ’s pardon came after costly Binance lobbying push in Washington: Politico
CZ’s pardon by Trump followed a lobbying push that included $450,000 to Trump-linked lobbyists and $290,000 to former SEC chair contender Teresa Goody Guillén.
Bitcoin price starts $112K breakout as Fed rate-cut odds pass 98%
Bitcoin price action favored bulls as the weekly close neared, with BTC nearing $113,000 ahead of a key week for the Federal Reserve.
‘House is fine, but door is jammed’: AWS outage shows crypto’s weak spot
The 15-hour Amazon Web Services outage that halted Coinbase, Robinhood and MetaMask revealed how much of Web3 still relies on centralized servers.
The next era of crypto belongs to decentralized markets
DeFi trading volumes hit record ratios against CEXs as matured infrastructure and regulatory clarity shift power to transparent, code-driven platforms.
US Treasury chief Bessent says 'substantial' trade framework with China reached
Secretary Scott Bessent said the negotiations alleviate the need for the 100% additional tariffs announced by US president Trump in October.
Investors should be 'cautious' when using BTC stock-to-flow model: Analyst
The stock-to-flow model may not be the best framework to forecast Bitcoin prices, Bitwise investment analyst André Dragosch said.
‘The claim that L2s inherit ETH security is erroneous’ — Solana co-founder
Ethereum layer-2 networks have glaring security and centralization issues, according to Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of the Solana blockchain.
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.
Money giant Western Union to pilot stablecoin-powered transfers
Western Union CEO said there are “significant opportunities” to utilize stablecoins for sending and receiving money across borders.
Zcash pumps 30% after Arthur Hayes’ ‘vibe check’ tips $10K target
Zcash rallied 490% in the last 30 days and also crossed the $5 billion market capitalization threshold for the first time on Sunday.
Bitcoin is no inflation hedge but thrives when the dollar wobbles: NYDIG
Bitcoin doesn’t consistently act as a hedge against inflation, but it has instead “evolved into a liquidity barometer,” says NYDIG’s Greg Cipolaro.
Major Iranian private bank goes bankrupt, roiling 42M customers
After accumulating around $8 billion worth of losses and debt, Iran’s Ayandeh Bank has been dissolved, with customer assets absorbed by the state-owned Bank Melli.
Mt. Gox’s security flaws costed millions. Could AI have spotted them?
Could AI have prevented the collapse of Mt. Gox had it been around then? Mt. Gox’s former CEO's AI-powered post-mortem raises an interesting ‘what if.’
Mt. Gox’s security flaws costed millions. Could AI have spotted them?
Could AI have prevented the collapse of Mt. Gox had it been around then? Mt. Gox’s former CEO's AI-powered post-mortem raises an interesting ‘what if.’
Bitcoin price compression will spark expansion: Will BTC explode toward $120K?
Bitcoin sellers put a cap on $112,000, but technical, onchain data and the end of October US macroeconomic calendar suggest that the price compression will trigger a violent expansion.
Trump to nominate SEC's 'pro-crypto' Michael Selig as CFTC chair: Report
The rumored nomination of Michael Selig follows the CFTC nomination process hitting a snag in September when Brian Quintenz was withdrawn.
Bitcoin miners build on gains after Jane Street discloses stakes
Shares of leading Bitcoin mining companies rose after Jane Street disclosed new holdings on Thursday, extending a months-long rally across publicly traded mining stocks.
Rumble partners with Tether to add Bitcoin tips for content creators
Video sharing platform Rumble has teamed up with Tether to help it add Bitcoin tips to content creators, expected to launch in early to mid-December.
Bank of England probes data-mining lending strategies fueling AI bets
The Bank of England is worried that a rise in financiers' lending to data center lending may cause an AI bubble reminiscent of the dot-com crash in the early 2000s.
Ripple now a one-stop fintech shop after closing Hidden Road acquisition
Ripple has completed its acquisition of Hidden Road, a move that will expand its fintech services for institutional clients and boost the utility and reach of its RLUSD stablecoin.
Spot Ether ETFs see outflows for second consecutive week amid ‘cooling demand’
Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $446 million in weekly inflows, signaling renewed institutional confidence in BTC as Ether funds faced a second straight week of outflows.
Ferrari to launch digital token to let fans bid on its Le Mans-winning race car
Ferrari is deepening its crypto push with a new digital token for its top clients, letting them bid on the Le Mans-winning 499P as part of a limited auction set to launch in 2027.
No HMRC letter? UK crypto investors may still owe taxes, expert warns
HMRC has issued 65,000 crypto tax warning letters, but experts say UK investors who haven’t been contacted could still owe taxes.
Countries across Africa approve new crypto laws as adoption grows
Crypto laws are popping up across Africa as countries race to offer favorable conditions to the crypto industry and balance consumer safety concerns.
Don’t just tokenize assets, build the institutions to back them
RWA tokenization faces criticism, but regulatory clarity and institutional adoption prove it’s building the foundation for finance’s future.
XRP price eyes rally to $3.45 after Ripple CEO tells investors to ‘lock in’
XRP eyes a breakout toward $3–$3.45 as strong technical support and Ripple’s expanding institutional push fuel renewed bullish momentum.
Ledger’s new multisig interface sparks backlash over 'cash cow' fees
Ledger’s new multisig app earns praise for tech upgrades but sparks backlash over added transaction fees.
Mid-tier Bitcoin miners gain ground, reshaping post-halving competition
Smaller Bitcoin miners surge in hashrate and debt as competition intensifies post-halving, reshaping the industry’s balance of power.
ISM Manufacturing PMI suggests Bitcoin cycle may extend beyond historical norm
Bitcoin’s market cycles may stretch longer as ISM manufacturing data remains weak, hinting at extended macro headwinds and slower business recovery.
Kyrgyzstan launches stablecoin on BNB Chain, confirms future CBDC rollout
A stablecoin is now live in Kyrgyzstan, which confirmed plans to launch a CBDC and explore a national crypto reserve after meeting with strategic adviser Changpeng Zhao.
Coinbase’s x402 transactions explode over 10,000% in a month
Coinbase’s x402 protocol, which enables AI agents to transact autonomously over the internet, has seen a 10,000% rise in transaction activity over a month.
Coinbase wants to bring the entire startup lifecycle onchain, CEO Armstrong says
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said onchain fundraising could make capital formation “more efficient, fair, and transparent.”
CZ’s pardon came after costly Binance lobbying push in Washington: Politico
CZ’s pardon by Trump followed a lobbying push that included $450,000 to Trump-linked lobbyists and $290,000 to former SEC chair contender Teresa Goody Guillén.
Bitcoin price starts $112K breakout as Fed rate-cut odds pass 98%
Bitcoin price action favored bulls as the weekly close neared, with BTC nearing $113,000 ahead of a key week for the Federal Reserve.
‘House is fine, but door is jammed’: AWS outage shows crypto’s weak spot
The 15-hour Amazon Web Services outage that halted Coinbase, Robinhood and MetaMask revealed how much of Web3 still relies on centralized servers.
The next era of crypto belongs to decentralized markets
DeFi trading volumes hit record ratios against CEXs as matured infrastructure and regulatory clarity shift power to transparent, code-driven platforms.
US Treasury chief Bessent says 'substantial' trade framework with China reached
Secretary Scott Bessent said the negotiations alleviate the need for the 100% additional tariffs announced by US president Trump in October.
Investors should be 'cautious' when using BTC stock-to-flow model: Analyst
The stock-to-flow model may not be the best framework to forecast Bitcoin prices, Bitwise investment analyst André Dragosch said.
‘The claim that L2s inherit ETH security is erroneous’ — Solana co-founder
Ethereum layer-2 networks have glaring security and centralization issues, according to Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of the Solana blockchain.
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.
Money giant Western Union to pilot stablecoin-powered transfers
Western Union CEO said there are “significant opportunities” to utilize stablecoins for sending and receiving money across borders.
Zcash pumps 30% after Arthur Hayes’ ‘vibe check’ tips $10K target
Zcash rallied 490% in the last 30 days and also crossed the $5 billion market capitalization threshold for the first time on Sunday.
Bitcoin is no inflation hedge but thrives when the dollar wobbles: NYDIG
Bitcoin doesn’t consistently act as a hedge against inflation, but it has instead “evolved into a liquidity barometer,” says NYDIG’s Greg Cipolaro.
Major Iranian private bank goes bankrupt, roiling 42M customers
After accumulating around $8 billion worth of losses and debt, Iran’s Ayandeh Bank has been dissolved, with customer assets absorbed by the state-owned Bank Melli.
Bitcoin price compression will spark expansion: Will BTC explode toward $120K?
Bitcoin sellers put a cap on $112,000, but technical, onchain data and the end of October US macroeconomic calendar suggest that the price compression will trigger a violent expansion.
Trump to nominate SEC's 'pro-crypto' Michael Selig as CFTC chair: Report
The rumored nomination of Michael Selig follows the CFTC nomination process hitting a snag in September when Brian Quintenz was withdrawn.
Bitcoin miners build on gains after Jane Street discloses stakes
Shares of leading Bitcoin mining companies rose after Jane Street disclosed new holdings on Thursday, extending a months-long rally across publicly traded mining stocks.
Rumble partners with Tether to add Bitcoin tips for content creators
Video sharing platform Rumble has teamed up with Tether to help it add Bitcoin tips to content creators, expected to launch in early to mid-December.
Bank of England probes data-mining lending strategies fueling AI bets
The Bank of England is worried that a rise in financiers' lending to data center lending may cause an AI bubble reminiscent of the dot-com crash in the early 2000s.
Ripple now a one-stop fintech shop after closing Hidden Road acquisition
Ripple has completed its acquisition of Hidden Road, a move that will expand its fintech services for institutional clients and boost the utility and reach of its RLUSD stablecoin.
Spot Ether ETFs see outflows for second consecutive week amid ‘cooling demand’
Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $446 million in weekly inflows, signaling renewed institutional confidence in BTC as Ether funds faced a second straight week of outflows.
Ferrari to launch digital token to let fans bid on its Le Mans-winning race car
Ferrari is deepening its crypto push with a new digital token for its top clients, letting them bid on the Le Mans-winning 499P as part of a limited auction set to launch in 2027.
No HMRC letter? UK crypto investors may still owe taxes, expert warns
HMRC has issued 65,000 crypto tax warning letters, but experts say UK investors who haven’t been contacted could still owe taxes.
Countries across Africa approve new crypto laws as adoption grows
Crypto laws are popping up across Africa as countries race to offer favorable conditions to the crypto industry and balance consumer safety concerns.
Don’t just tokenize assets, build the institutions to back them
RWA tokenization faces criticism, but regulatory clarity and institutional adoption prove it’s building the foundation for finance’s future.
XRP price eyes rally to $3.45 after Ripple CEO tells investors to ‘lock in’
XRP eyes a breakout toward $3–$3.45 as strong technical support and Ripple’s expanding institutional push fuel renewed bullish momentum.
Ledger’s new multisig interface sparks backlash over 'cash cow' fees
Ledger’s new multisig app earns praise for tech upgrades but sparks backlash over added transaction fees.
Mid-tier Bitcoin miners gain ground, reshaping post-halving competition
Smaller Bitcoin miners surge in hashrate and debt as competition intensifies post-halving, reshaping the industry’s balance of power.
ISM Manufacturing PMI suggests Bitcoin cycle may extend beyond historical norm
Bitcoin’s market cycles may stretch longer as ISM manufacturing data remains weak, hinting at extended macro headwinds and slower business recovery.
Kyrgyzstan launches stablecoin on BNB Chain, confirms future CBDC rollout
A stablecoin is now live in Kyrgyzstan, which confirmed plans to launch a CBDC and explore a national crypto reserve after meeting with strategic adviser Changpeng Zhao.
Coinbase’s x402 transactions explode over 10,000% in a month
Coinbase’s x402 protocol, which enables AI agents to transact autonomously over the internet, has seen a 10,000% rise in transaction activity over a month.
Coinbase wants to bring the entire startup lifecycle onchain, CEO Armstrong says
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said onchain fundraising could make capital formation “more efficient, fair, and transparent.”
CZ’s pardon came after costly Binance lobbying push in Washington: Politico
CZ’s pardon by Trump followed a lobbying push that included $450,000 to Trump-linked lobbyists and $290,000 to former SEC chair contender Teresa Goody Guillén.
Bitcoin price starts $112K breakout as Fed rate-cut odds pass 98%
Bitcoin price action favored bulls as the weekly close neared, with BTC nearing $113,000 ahead of a key week for the Federal Reserve.
‘House is fine, but door is jammed’: AWS outage shows crypto’s weak spot
The 15-hour Amazon Web Services outage that halted Coinbase, Robinhood and MetaMask revealed how much of Web3 still relies on centralized servers.
The next era of crypto belongs to decentralized markets
DeFi trading volumes hit record ratios against CEXs as matured infrastructure and regulatory clarity shift power to transparent, code-driven platforms.
US Treasury chief Bessent says 'substantial' trade framework with China reached
Secretary Scott Bessent said the negotiations alleviate the need for the 100% additional tariffs announced by US president Trump in October.
Investors should be 'cautious' when using BTC stock-to-flow model: Analyst
The stock-to-flow model may not be the best framework to forecast Bitcoin prices, Bitwise investment analyst André Dragosch said.
‘The claim that L2s inherit ETH security is erroneous’ — Solana co-founder
Ethereum layer-2 networks have glaring security and centralization issues, according to Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of the Solana blockchain.
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.
Money giant Western Union to pilot stablecoin-powered transfers
Western Union CEO said there are “significant opportunities” to utilize stablecoins for sending and receiving money across borders.
Zcash pumps 30% after Arthur Hayes’ ‘vibe check’ tips $10K target
Zcash rallied 490% in the last 30 days and also crossed the $5 billion market capitalization threshold for the first time on Sunday.
Bitcoin is no inflation hedge but thrives when the dollar wobbles: NYDIG
Bitcoin doesn’t consistently act as a hedge against inflation, but it has instead “evolved into a liquidity barometer,” says NYDIG’s Greg Cipolaro.
Major Iranian private bank goes bankrupt, roiling 42M customers
After accumulating around $8 billion worth of losses and debt, Iran’s Ayandeh Bank has been dissolved, with customer assets absorbed by the state-owned Bank Melli.
Bitcoin price compression will spark expansion: Will BTC explode toward $120K?
Bitcoin sellers put a cap on $112,000, but technical, onchain data and the end of October US macroeconomic calendar suggest that the price compression will trigger a violent expansion.
Trump to nominate SEC's 'pro-crypto' Michael Selig as CFTC chair: Report
The rumored nomination of Michael Selig follows the CFTC nomination process hitting a snag in September when Brian Quintenz was withdrawn.
Bitcoin miners build on gains after Jane Street discloses stakes
Shares of leading Bitcoin mining companies rose after Jane Street disclosed new holdings on Thursday, extending a months-long rally across publicly traded mining stocks.
Rumble partners with Tether to add Bitcoin tips for content creators
Video sharing platform Rumble has teamed up with Tether to help it add Bitcoin tips to content creators, expected to launch in early to mid-December.