Venezuela’s stablecoin use case grows amid war threats, ongoing sanctions
Venezuela’s reliance on stablecoins could deepen if the Trump administration acts on its war threat, further destabilizing the South American nation.
Microsoft and OpenAI Restructure Partnership with $135 Billion Stake Deal
TLDR Microsoft and OpenAI reached a new deal allowing OpenAI to restructure into a public benefit corporation, with Microsoft holding a 27% stake valued at $135 billion OpenAI committed to purchasing $250 billion in Azure cloud computing services from Microsoft Microsoft’s intellectual property rights to OpenAI’s products and models now extend through 2032, including post-AGI [...] The post Microsoft and OpenAI Restructure Partnership with $135 Billion Stake Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bank of China builds digital RMB international center
The People’s Bank of China has officially established the Digital RMB Operation and Management Center as the nation prepares its digital currency for widespread adoption. According to a recent report by Chinese media Capital Finance, the Governor of the central…
a16z leads funding for Pakistan stablecoin startup
a16z leads a funding round for a startup that is exploring the use of stablecoins in Pakistan and other emerging countries through neighborhood stores. According to a recent report from Bloomberg, Andreessen Horowitz is spearheading funding for a fairly new…
‘No BlackRock, no party’ for Bitcoin, altcoin ETF investments: K33 Research
CryptoQuant reports Bitcoin whales back in profit at $112,788
Whale profitability may signal a market shift, influencing retail investor behavior and potentially stabilizing Bitcoin's volatile landscape. The post CryptoQuant reports Bitcoin whales back in profit at $112,788 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
UnitedHealth (UNH) Stock Jumps on Strong Q3 Earnings Beat
TLDR UnitedHealth Group posted Q3 adjusted earnings of $2.92 per share, surpassing the $2.80 analyst consensus. The healthcare company reported revenue of $113.2 billion, up from $100.8 billion in the prior year period. Full-year adjusted earnings guidance increased to at least $16.25 per share from the previous $16 floor. Medical-loss ratio of 89.9% beat analyst [...] The post UnitedHealth (UNH) Stock Jumps on Strong Q3 Earnings Beat appeared first on Blockonomi.
Truth Social Bets Big: Partners With Crypto.com to Bring Prediction Markets to Social Media
Truth Social isn’t just for opinions anymore — it’s about to let users put their money where their mouth is. Crypto.com Joins Forces With Truth Social to Launch Social Prediction Markets Trump Media and Technology Group, the parent company of Truth Social, Truth+, and Truth.Fi, announced an exclusive deal with Crypto.com’s Derivatives North America (CDNA), […]
Circle’s Arc testnet brings institutional rivals onto one ledger
Circle is witnessing a rapid consolidation of financial heavyweights around its Arc testnet, as competitors from Goldman Sachs to Visa begin aligning on a common technological standard for the future of money movement. On Oct. 28, USDC issuer Circle announced…
Fed Rate Cut and Stablecoin Flows Set Stage for Uptober Rally – $BEST Token Poised to Benefit
Quick Facts: 1️⃣ The Fed’s expected rate cut and low Stablecoin Supply ratio point to rising liquidity and renewed confidence across the crypto market. 2️⃣ A dovish speech by Powell could unlock fresh capital for risk assets, setting up a true ‘Uptober’ breakout. 3️⃣ Post-FTX demand for self-custody continues to grow, boosting interest in wallet-based […]
Gmail Users Hit by Massive Malware Attack: 183 Million Passwords Leaked
TLDR A 3.5 terabyte data leak exposed 183 million email passwords through infostealer malware 16.4 million Gmail accounts were newly compromised in the breach Google confirms its servers were not hacked; malware infected user devices Stolen credentials came from phishing emails, fake downloads, and browser extensions Users should check HaveIBeenPwned.com and enable two-factor authentication immediately [...] The post Gmail Users Hit by Massive Malware Attack: 183 Million Passwords Leaked appeared first on Blockonomi.
Citi eyes stablecoin payments through new partnership with Coinbase
Citi partnered with Coinbase to pilot stablecoin payments as the bank forecasts a $4 trillion market by 2030, signaling Wall Street’s growing crypto embrace.
Solana, Litecoin, Hedera ETFs to launch Tuesday: Analyst
Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas said exchanges have posted listing notices for Bitwise’s Solana ETF and Canary’s Litecoin and Hedera funds.
Republican senator warns time is running out to pass US crypto bill: Report
Amid a US government shutdown with no end in sight, a Republican lawmaker said Congress had only until January or February to pass crypto legislation.
DYdX community to vote on $462K payout proposal following outage
The eight-hour outage occurred during the largest liquidation event in crypto history, prompting dYdX to propose community-governed reimbursements from its insurance fund.
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.
S&P hits Strategy with B- ‘junk bond’ rating, citing narrow Bitcoin focus
S&P; Global Ratings said Strategy’s high Bitcoin concentration and low US dollar liquidity, among other factors, are weaknesses for the firm.
Bitcoin, Ether treasuries have ‘ghosted’ since the crypto crash
Crypto treasury companies tightened their purse strings after the Oct. 10 market crash, with one exception, said Coinbase’s David Duong.
AI agents want to handle your crypto wallet, but is it safe?
AI and blockchain executives have shared their thoughts and concerns as AI agents take a step closer to potentially controlling one’s crypto wallets.
US lawmaker seeks to stop Trump, family from crypto, stock trading
US Representative Ro Khanna is looking to introduce a bill to restrict all elected officials from trading stocks and crypto, citing conflicts of interest.
Venezuela’s stablecoin use case grows amid war threats, ongoing sanctions
Venezuela’s reliance on stablecoins could deepen if the Trump administration acts on its war threat, further destabilizing the South American nation.
Predictions platform Kalshi sues NY regulator, claiming overreach
Kalshi has sued New York’s gambling regulator, claiming the state is overreaching its authority by issuing a cease and desist order.
Elon Musk launches Grokipedia — an encyclopedia where AI gets the last word
Elon Musk’s open-source AI-powered online encyclopedia, Grokipedia, presents itself as an alternative to Wikipedia.
MegaETH token sale oversubscribed by 8.9x with $450M committed
Santiment analyst Brian Q said MegaETH may be seeing hype as it promises a blockchain that’s as quick and smooth as a regular app.
British crypto firm KR1 eyes London Stock Exchange as UK warms to industry: FT
UK regulators are adopting a more lenient stance on crypto, opening the LSE to digital assets and easing proposed stablecoin limits for institutions.
Metaplanet turns to Bitcoin leverage for $500M buyback after stock value slips below BTC stash
Metaplanet’s market-based net asset value (mNAV) fell to 0.88 last week, prompting the Tokyo-listed Bitcoin treasury company to launch the Bitcoin-backed share buyback.
Solana ETFs may attract $6B in first year as SOL joins ‘big league’
Solana is stepping up to the “big league” thanks to the approval of the first Solana staking ETF, which may bring wider altcoin adoption among yield-seeking institutions, an analyst said.
Bitcoin price $111K support retest 'in progress' as RSI points higher
Bitcoin put in a lower high while consolidating gains as favorable RSI signals combined with an expected Federal Reserve interest-rate cut.
Ripple-backed Evernorth nears launch of publicly traded XRP treasury
Evernorth Holdings is progressing with its plan to launch a publicly traded XRP treasury vehicle on the Nasdaq by accumulating 388.7 million XRP.
Bitcoin ‘too expensive’ for retail, threatens to end bull market cycle
Bitcoin’s diminishing returns and growing inaccessibility for average retail investors are threatening the predicted extension of the crypto market cycle, according to 10x Research.
Bitcoin analysts say this must happen for BTC price to take out $115K
A pickup in Bitcoin price momentum and trading activity could push BTC above the next significant hurdle at $115,000 and secure a sustained recovery.
What happens if you don’t pay taxes on your crypto holdings?
Skipping cryp to taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings.
A16z leads $12.9M round for ZAR to bring stablecoins to Pakistan’s unbanked
Fintech startup ZAR aims to use Pakistan’s corner stores and kiosks to make stablecoins accessible to millions of unbanked citizens.
How high can SOL’s price go as the first Solana ETF goes live?
SOL analysts highlighted the potential of its price to surge to $400 and beyond, fueled by the launch of the first Solana ETF in the United States.
F2Pool co-founder refuses BIP-444 Bitcoin soft fork, says it’s ’a bad idea’
F2Pool co-founder Chun Wang criticized Bitcoin’s BIP-444 soft fork — seeking to curb arbitrary onchain data — as a “bad idea” that he will not support.
Circle debuts Arc testnet with participation by BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Visa
Circle’s new Arc blockchain testnet launches with participation from more than 100 institutions, including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Visa and Mastercard.
BlackRock CEO reveals central banks’ top question as gold dips below $4K
As central banks ramp up their gold buying, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink referred to crypto and gold as the “assets of fear.”
The secret behind Coinbase’s billion-dollar acquisition strategy
Coinbase has completed more than 40 high-profile mergers and acquisitions, investing billions of dollars in promising cryptocurrency startups and unicorns.
Can Pi Network’s ISO 20022 upgrade measure up to XRP Ledger and Stellar Network?
As Pi Network prepares to align with ISO 20022 by November 2025, can it truly stand beside the XRP Ledger and the Stellar Network in cross-border finance?
Milei’s party wins midterms, but crypto won’t celebrate
Milei’s LLA made a good showing in the midterm elections, but that doesn’t necessarily spell victory for the crypto industry.
Regulated crypto yield wins as institutions demand substance
Institutional crypto yield demands regulatory compliance, not just attractive returns. Market consolidation will separate compliant providers from speculators.
Hyperscale Data Stock Rallies as Bitcoin Treasury Hits $68 Million
TLDR Hyperscale Data’s Bitcoin treasury totaled $68.8 million as of October 26, representing half of its market capitalization The company owns 194.55 Bitcoin valued at $22.3 million, combining mined coins and market purchases Hyperscale set aside $46.5 million for additional Bitcoin acquisitions using weekly dollar-cost averaging The firm purchased $4.6 million in Bitcoin during the [...] The post Hyperscale Data Stock Rallies as Bitcoin Treasury Hits $68 Million appeared first on Blockonomi.
The reason new crypto ETFs launched despite the U.S. government shutdown
The latest round of spot crypto ETFs went live on major exchanges, advancing under existing SEC rules despite the U.S. government shutdown. NYSE opens the door to new crypto ETFs On Oct. 27, the New York Stock Exchange quietly marked…
Milei’s party wins midterms, but crypto won’t celebrate
Milei’s LLA made a good showing in the midterm elections, but that doesn’t necessarily spell victory for the crypto industry.
Regulated crypto yield wins as institutions demand substance
Institutional crypto yield demands regulatory compliance, not just attractive returns. Market consolidation will separate compliant providers from speculators.
How much can price of XRP increase during November?
XRP may surge to $3 amid strong bullish signals, including Evernorth’s $1 billion accumulation and a growing supply shock at exchanges.
Indian court steps in over WazirX XRP distribution tied to 2024 hack
Just a few weeks after a Singaporean court approved WazirX's parent company's restructuring plan, a decision out of one of India's courts may impact users.
Citi eyes stablecoin payments through new partnership with Coinbase
Citi partnered with Coinbase to pilot stablecoin payments as the bank forecasts a $4 trillion market by 2030, signaling Wall Street’s growing crypto embrace.
Solana, Litecoin, Hedera ETFs to launch Tuesday: Analyst
Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas said exchanges have posted listing notices for Bitwise’s Solana ETF and Canary’s Litecoin and Hedera funds.
Republican senator warns time is running out to pass US crypto bill: Report
Amid a US government shutdown with no end in sight, a Republican lawmaker said Congress had only until January or February to pass crypto legislation.
DYdX community to vote on $462K payout proposal following outage
The eight-hour outage occurred during the largest liquidation event in crypto history, prompting dYdX to propose community-governed reimbursements from its insurance fund.
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.
S&P hits Strategy with B- ‘junk bond’ rating, citing narrow Bitcoin focus
S&P; Global Ratings said Strategy’s high Bitcoin concentration and low US dollar liquidity, among other factors, are weaknesses for the firm.
Bitcoin, Ether treasuries have ‘ghosted’ since the crypto crash
Crypto treasury companies tightened their purse strings after the Oct. 10 market crash, with one exception, said Coinbase’s David Duong.
AI agents want to handle your crypto wallet, but is it safe?
AI and blockchain executives have shared their thoughts and concerns as AI agents take a step closer to potentially controlling one’s crypto wallets.
US lawmaker seeks to stop Trump, family from crypto, stock trading
US Representative Ro Khanna is looking to introduce a bill to restrict all elected officials from trading stocks and crypto, citing conflicts of interest.
Venezuela’s stablecoin use case grows amid war threats, ongoing sanctions
Venezuela’s reliance on stablecoins could deepen if the Trump administration acts on its war threat, further destabilizing the South American nation.
Predictions platform Kalshi sues NY regulator, claiming overreach
Kalshi has sued New York’s gambling regulator, claiming the state is overreaching its authority by issuing a cease and desist order.
Elon Musk launches Grokipedia — an encyclopedia where AI gets the last word
Elon Musk’s open-source AI-powered online encyclopedia, Grokipedia, presents itself as an alternative to Wikipedia.
MegaETH token sale oversubscribed by 8.9x with $450M committed
Santiment analyst Brian Q said MegaETH may be seeing hype as it promises a blockchain that’s as quick and smooth as a regular app.
British crypto firm KR1 eyes London Stock Exchange as UK warms to industry: FT
UK regulators are adopting a more lenient stance on crypto, opening the LSE to digital assets and easing proposed stablecoin limits for institutions.
Metaplanet turns to Bitcoin leverage for $500M buyback after stock value slips below BTC stash
Metaplanet’s market-based net asset value (mNAV) fell to 0.88 last week, prompting the Tokyo-listed Bitcoin treasury company to launch the Bitcoin-backed share buyback.
Solana ETFs may attract $6B in first year as SOL joins ‘big league’
Solana is stepping up to the “big league” thanks to the approval of the first Solana staking ETF, which may bring wider altcoin adoption among yield-seeking institutions, an analyst said.
Bitcoin price $111K support retest 'in progress' as RSI points higher
Bitcoin put in a lower high while consolidating gains as favorable RSI signals combined with an expected Federal Reserve interest-rate cut.
Ripple-backed Evernorth nears launch of publicly traded XRP treasury
Evernorth Holdings is progressing with its plan to launch a publicly traded XRP treasury vehicle on the Nasdaq by accumulating 388.7 million XRP.
Bitcoin ‘too expensive’ for retail, threatens to end bull market cycle
Bitcoin’s diminishing returns and growing inaccessibility for average retail investors are threatening the predicted extension of the crypto market cycle, according to 10x Research.
Bitcoin analysts say this must happen for BTC price to take out $115K
A pickup in Bitcoin price momentum and trading activity could push BTC above the next significant hurdle at $115,000 and secure a sustained recovery.
What happens if you don’t pay taxes on your crypto holdings?
Skipping cryp to taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings.
A16z leads $12.9M round for ZAR to bring stablecoins to Pakistan’s unbanked
Fintech startup ZAR aims to use Pakistan’s corner stores and kiosks to make stablecoins accessible to millions of unbanked citizens.
How high can SOL’s price go as the first Solana ETF goes live?
SOL analysts highlighted the potential of its price to surge to $400 and beyond, fueled by the launch of the first Solana ETF in the United States.
F2Pool co-founder refuses BIP-444 Bitcoin soft fork, says it’s ’a bad idea’
F2Pool co-founder Chun Wang criticized Bitcoin’s BIP-444 soft fork — seeking to curb arbitrary onchain data — as a “bad idea” that he will not support.
Circle debuts Arc testnet with participation by BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Visa
Circle’s new Arc blockchain testnet launches with participation from more than 100 institutions, including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Visa and Mastercard.
BlackRock CEO reveals central banks’ top question as gold dips below $4K
As central banks ramp up their gold buying, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink referred to crypto and gold as the “assets of fear.”
The secret behind Coinbase’s billion-dollar acquisition strategy
Coinbase has completed over 40 high-profile mergers and acquisitions, investing billions of dollars in promising cryptocurrency startups and unicorns.
Can Pi Network’s ISO 20022 upgrade measure up to XRP Ledger and Stellar Network?
As Pi Network prepares to align with ISO 20022 by November 2025, can it truly stand beside the XRP Ledger and the Stellar Network in cross-border finance?
XRP price prediction ahead of Fed Interest rate decision today
XRP is trading near $2.64 as traders turn their attention to today’s Federal Reserve interest-rate decision, one of the most market-moving macro catalysts left this quarter. Will a supportive Fed spark a breakout toward $3.00, or will a more cautious…
How much can price of XRP increase during November?
XRP may surge to $3 amid strong bullish signals, including Evernorth’s $1 billion accumulation and a growing supply shock at exchanges.
Indian court steps in over WazirX XRP distribution tied to 2024 hack
Just a few weeks after a Singaporean court approved WazirX's parent company's restructuring plan, a decision out of one of India's courts may impact users.
Citi eyes stablecoin payments through new partnership with Coinbase
Citi partnered with Coinbase to pilot stablecoin payments as the bank forecasts a $4 trillion market by 2030, signaling Wall Street’s growing crypto embrace.
Solana, Litecoin, Hedera ETFs to launch Tuesday: Analyst
Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas said exchanges have posted listing notices for Bitwise’s Solana ETF and Canary’s Litecoin and Hedera funds.
Republican senator warns time is running out to pass US crypto bill: Report
Amid a US government shutdown with no end in sight, a Republican lawmaker said Congress had only until January or February to pass crypto legislation.
DYdX community to vote on $462K payout proposal following outage
The eight-hour outage occurred during the largest liquidation event in crypto history, prompting dYdX to propose community-governed reimbursements from its insurance fund.
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.
S&P hits Strategy with B- ‘junk bond’ rating, citing narrow Bitcoin focus
S&P; Global Ratings said Strategy’s high Bitcoin concentration and low US dollar liquidity, among other factors, are weaknesses for the firm.
Bitcoin, Ether treasuries have ‘ghosted’ since the crypto crash
Crypto treasury companies tightened their purse strings after the Oct. 10 market crash, with one exception, said Coinbase’s David Duong.
AI agents want to handle your crypto wallet, but is it safe?
AI and blockchain executives have shared their thoughts and concerns as AI agents take a step closer to potentially controlling one’s crypto wallets.
US lawmaker seeks to stop Trump, family from crypto, stock trading
US Representative Ro Khanna is looking to introduce a bill to restrict all elected officials from trading stocks and crypto, citing conflicts of interest.
Venezuela’s stablecoin use case grows amid war threats, ongoing sanctions
Venezuela’s reliance on stablecoins could deepen if the Trump administration acts on its war threat, further destabilizing the South American nation.
Predictions platform Kalshi sues NY regulator, claiming overreach
Kalshi has sued New York’s gambling regulator, claiming the state is overreaching its authority by issuing a cease and desist order.
Elon Musk launches Grokipedia — an encyclopedia where AI gets the last word
Elon Musk’s open-source AI-powered online encyclopedia, Grokipedia, presents itself as an alternative to Wikipedia.
MegaETH token sale oversubscribed by 8.9x with $450M committed
Santiment analyst Brian Q said MegaETH may be seeing hype as it promises a blockchain that’s as quick and smooth as a regular app.
British crypto firm KR1 eyes London Stock Exchange as UK warms to industry: FT
UK regulators are adopting a more lenient stance on crypto, opening the LSE to digital assets and easing proposed stablecoin limits for institutions.
Metaplanet turns to Bitcoin leverage for $500M buyback after stock value slips below BTC stash
Metaplanet’s market-based net asset value (mNAV) fell to 0.88 last week, prompting the Tokyo-listed Bitcoin treasury company to launch the Bitcoin-backed share buyback.
Solana ETFs may attract $6B in first year as SOL joins ‘big league’
Solana is stepping up to the “big league” thanks to the approval of the first Solana staking ETF, which may bring wider altcoin adoption among yield-seeking institutions, an analyst said.
Bitcoin price $111K support retest 'in progress' as RSI points higher
Bitcoin put in a lower high while consolidating gains as favorable RSI signals combined with an expected Federal Reserve interest-rate cut.
Ripple-backed Evernorth nears launch of publicly traded XRP treasury
Evernorth Holdings is progressing with its plan to launch a publicly traded XRP treasury vehicle on the Nasdaq by accumulating 388.7 million XRP.
Bitcoin ‘too expensive’ for retail, threatens to end bull market cycle
Bitcoin’s diminishing returns and growing inaccessibility for average retail investors are threatening the predicted extension of the crypto market cycle, according to 10x Research.
Bitcoin analysts say this must happen for BTC price to take out $115K
A pickup in Bitcoin price momentum and trading activity could push BTC above the next significant hurdle at $115,000 and secure a sustained recovery.
What happens if you don’t pay taxes on your crypto holdings?
Skipping cryp to taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings.
A16z leads $12.9M round for ZAR to bring stablecoins to Pakistan’s unbanked
Fintech startup ZAR aims to use Pakistan’s corner stores and kiosks to make stablecoins accessible to millions of unbanked citizens.
How high can SOL’s price go as the first Solana ETF goes live?
SOL analysts highlighted the potential of its price to surge to $400 and beyond, fueled by the launch of the first Solana ETF in the United States.