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Meta and NYU’s h1 system beats elaborate theorem-proving workflows at lower cost
Meta and NYU’s h1 system beats elaborate theorem-proving workflows at lower cost

The h1 system's efficiency and cost-effectiveness could democratize access to advanced theorem proving, enabling broader exploration of complex problems. The post Meta and NYU’s h1 system beats elaborate theorem-proving workflows at lower cost appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Thorchain Glitch Blocks Binance Hack Route as FBI Presses Nodes
Thorchain Glitch Blocks Binance Hack Route as FBI Presses Nodes

A one-block Ethereum reorganization on Saturday triggered a double refund involving 10 ETH on Thorchain, setting off an emergency pause that disrupted cross-chain swaps across most of its supported networks. Chainalysis said the malfunction inadvertently delayed laundering activity connected to Binance’s $6.4 billion theft. Meanwhile, the FBI...

The crypto reader's guide to the 2026 midterm election: State of Crypto
The crypto reader's guide to the 2026 midterm election: State of Crypto

America is going to the polls, and the results will shape crypto legislation and regulation over the next two years. Here's what to know.

BTCC Exchange Supports Red Eagle Foundation’s 2026 Charity Golf Season Finale, Featuring Ashley Cole as Headline Guest
BTCC Exchange Supports Red Eagle Foundation’s 2026 Charity Golf Season Finale, Featuring Ashley Cole as Headline Guest

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands, November 1st — BTCC, the world’s longest-serving cryptocurrency exchange, sponsored the final Red Eagle Foundation charity golf day of 2026, held at London Golf Club on 22 October 2026, which raised £34,750 for the organization. England football legend Ashley Cole was the headline guest. After a round of golf played by...

Next Technology Authorizes Sale or Pledge of 5,833 Bitcoin After Risk Review
Next Technology Authorizes Sale or Pledge of 5,833 Bitcoin After Risk Review

Next Technology has authorized selling or pledging its reported 5,833 BTC. The decision creates flexibility; it does not confirm that a transaction has occurred.

Nu Holdings stock sinks after Lula wins Brazil’s presidential runoff
Nu Holdings stock sinks after Lula wins Brazil’s presidential runoff

Lula's victory highlights the volatility of Brazilian markets, underscoring the impact of political shifts on investor sentiment and asset valuation. The post Nu Holdings stock sinks after Lula wins Brazil’s presidential runoff appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Solana Mobile patches bug after malicious app appears in dApp Portal
Solana Mobile patches bug after malicious app appears in dApp Portal

Solana Mobile's incident highlights the critical need for robust security measures in decentralized app ecosystems to prevent future breaches. The post Solana Mobile patches bug after malicious app appears in dApp Portal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Cursor urges credential resets after malicious Claude Code marketplace update
Cursor urges credential resets after malicious Claude Code marketplace update

Affected macOS and Windows users need host cleanup and trusted-system credential rotation because uninstalling may leave persistent components. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox

Here’s How Much Binance Users Withdrew as Bitcoin Bulls Spot an FTX-Era Signal
Here’s How Much Binance Users Withdrew as Bitcoin Bulls Spot an FTX-Era Signal

Bitcoin's refusal to extent its initial losses are seen as a potentially bullish signal from some analysts.

North Korea’s $1.4B Bitcoin Haul From Binance Hack Remains Untouched
North Korea’s $1.4B Bitcoin Haul From Binance Hack Remains Untouched

On Oct. 29, during the Binance hack, approximately 18,270.2 BTC worth $1.4 billion was stolen, with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) subsequently identifying the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea) as the principal perpetrator. The stolen bitcoin remains untouched, dispersed across 19 separate wallets to this day. Unlike...

Binance Sets Phased Withdrawal Restart as Asset Replenishment Reaches 95%
Binance Sets Phased Withdrawal Restart as Asset Replenishment Reaches 95%

Binance has set out a phased withdrawal restart and says it has replaced 95% of affected assets. Availability still depends on the individual asset and network.

Scammer Posing As FBI Agent Sends Elderly Couple to Two Chase Branches, Takes $18,400 Life Savings
Scammer Posing As FBI Agent Sends Elderly Couple to Two Chase Branches, Takes $18,400 Life Savings

An elderly couple has lost their life savings after a scammer posing as an FBI agent sent them to two Chase branches to pull out $18,400 in cash. Gail Walsh of Burbank, Illinois, says a man claiming to be a banking investigator called her on August 15th, reports CBS News Chicago. She says the caller […] The post Scammer Posing As FBI Agent Sends...

Strategy CFO Abruptly Resigns: Is This a Red Flag for MSTR?
Strategy CFO Abruptly Resigns: Is This a Red Flag for MSTR?

A popular bitcoin commentator referenced previous CFO departures as the initial signal of a major crisis - will history repeat?

Microsoft shifts Copilot to usage-based pricing, boosting growth potential
Microsoft shifts Copilot to usage-based pricing, boosting growth potential

Microsoft's shift to usage-based pricing for Copilot could drive revenue growth but adds complexity to enterprise AI budgeting strategies. The post Microsoft shifts Copilot to usage-based pricing, boosting growth potential appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin redemption freeze puts $136 million Aave market under scrutiny
Bitcoin redemption freeze puts $136 million Aave market under scrutiny

Borrowers can repay or add other eligible collateral, but Aave withdrawals do not reopen Threshold’s paused Bitcoin redemption route. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox

Sweeper bots burn $4,800 in Bitcoin fees chasing $12.67
Sweeper bots burn $4,800 in Bitcoin fees chasing $12.67

The incident highlights inefficiencies in bot operations and underscores the unintended benefits miners gain from competitive fee escalations. The post Sweeper bots burn $4,800 in Bitcoin fees chasing $12.67 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Binance Processes $4.65B in Withdrawals Across 15 Networks After Hack
Binance Processes $4.65B in Withdrawals Across 15 Networks After Hack

Binance said withdrawal volumes were stabilizing after processing $4.649 billion following its post-hack restart. Deposits offset part of the withdrawals, leaving approximately $3.64 billion in net outflows as the exchange continued restoring access. Withdrawal Volumes Stabilize After Initial Spike Binance processed $4.649 billion in withdrawals...

AI agents bypassed crypto spending limits without human approval, researchers find in a new test
AI agents bypassed crypto spending limits without human approval, researchers find in a new test

The researchers say any approval an agent can reach is unreliable, and they built Countersign, an app tying approval to a physical action the agent can’t fake.

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Why Coinbase Bitcoin Discount Just Hit a Yearly High

Coinbase hits a record Bitcoin discount as a Binance freeze traps liquidity and breaks market arbitrage.

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China Crypto Bribery Added to Anti-Corruption Target List

China’s Communist Party has named virtual currencies and blockchain as channels for corruption in a new resolution. The directive targets officials, their relatives and intermediaries rather than ordinary crypto holders. No new trading ban, tax or exchange-specific measure was announced. Earlier bribery cases involving Ether and USDT show...

OneKey founder warns BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF could be a North Korean target
OneKey founder warns BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF could be a North Korean target

North Korean hackers could target BlackRock's $62 billion Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), crypto wallet maker OneKey founder Yishi Wang warned. “I suspect IBIT is already on North Korea's shortlist,” Wang said, following the $6 billion Binance hack that US authorities attributed to North Korea's TraderTraitor operation. The warning puts fresh...

Aptos Price Slides While Payment Giants Lean on Its Rails
Aptos Price Slides While Payment Giants Lean on Its Rails

Aptos remains below both major moving averages after losing several Fibonacci support levels. Buyers defended a key support zone in late October, but the rebound has stayed shallow. Aptos is pitching itself as the settlement layer for payment platforms in emerging markets. Stablecoin transfers on these platforms rarely require users to hold APT....

Bitcoin’s ‘Uptober’ Goes Bust With Worst October Finish Since 2014
Bitcoin’s ‘Uptober’ Goes Bust With Worst October Finish Since 2014

Bitcoin’s celebrated “Uptober” tradition suffered another setback in 2026, with the leading crypto asset closing October down 7.32% against the greenback, its weakest performance for the month since 2014. Over the past seven days, BTC traded between $76,337 and $81,840 as the major $6.3 billion Binance hack rattled markets. The decline also marked...

Anthropic hints at Claude Mythos 5.5 for cybersecurity and biology research
Anthropic hints at Claude Mythos 5.5 for cybersecurity and biology research

Anthropic's tiered AI model approach could redefine cybersecurity and biology research, balancing safety with commercial viability and partnerships. The post Anthropic hints at Claude Mythos 5.5 for cybersecurity and biology research appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Record 41% of Americans Expect Their Finances To Get Worse Over the Next Year, More Than Double 2024 Levels
Record 41% of Americans Expect Their Finances To Get Worse Over the Next Year, More Than Double 2024 Levels

A record share of Americans now expect their personal finances to get worse over the next year. About 41% of US consumers expect to be worse off financially a year from now, the Kobeissi Letter says, citing the University of Michigan’s Surveys of Consumers. “This figure has more than tripled since Q2 2024. By comparison, during […] The post Record...

Japan’s central bank will sell ETFs 2.6 times faster and could still take 43 years to exit
Japan’s central bank will sell ETFs 2.6 times faster and could still take 43 years to exit

Japan's central bank has decided to sell its stock funds about 2.6 times faster than usual, reducing the estimated time needed to dispose of them from 112 years to 43. If you're wondering why such a supercharged exit still stretches across more than four decades, it's because the Bank of Japan is trying to undo… Read the full story on CryptoSlate...

Binance sees nearly $3.8 billion withdrawn in 10 hours after reopening
Binance sees nearly $3.8 billion withdrawn in 10 hours after reopening

The massive withdrawal highlights significant trust issues in the crypto market, emphasizing the need for enhanced security and transparency measures. The post Binance sees nearly $3.8 billion withdrawn in 10 hours after reopening appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Binance Alerts Users to Fake Reward Campaigns Without Approval

No Binance cash vouchers yet, with users warned against fake campaign links.

Crypto liquidations hit $12.5 billion in October 2026 as longs take the beating
Crypto liquidations hit $12.5 billion in October 2026 as longs take the beating

The massive crypto liquidations highlight the risks of leveraged trading and the potential for market instability, impacting trader confidence. The post Crypto liquidations hit $12.5 billion in October 2026 as longs take the beating appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Crypto Stock Boom: Ethereum-Tokenized Equities Hit $827 Million After 170% Growth

Ethereum tokenized stocks surge 170% to $827 million as Hyperliquid equity derivatives trigger a massive multibillion-dollar crypto stock boom.

Talis Protocol pauses listings after NFT exploit nets attacker about $3,100
Talis Protocol pauses listings after NFT exploit nets attacker about $3,100

The exploit highlights vulnerabilities in NFT marketplaces, prompting a need for enhanced security measures and trust restoration in digital asset platforms. The post Talis Protocol pauses listings after NFT exploit nets attacker about $3,100 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Chainlink Goes Live on Stellar, Unlocking DeFi Applications Across the $4B RWA Ecosystem
Chainlink Goes Live on Stellar, Unlocking DeFi Applications Across the $4B RWA Ecosystem

In a groundbreaking move to accelerate the transition to the onchain financial ecosystem, Stellar Network today announced the integration of Chainlink into its protocol.

ETH Plunged 16% in October as Ethereum ETF Outflows Hit All-Time High
ETH Plunged 16% in October as Ethereum ETF Outflows Hit All-Time High

The promise for "Uptober" failed ETH as well.

Even More Orange: Saylor Sees Bitcoin Bull Run, Hints at More Buying
Even More Orange: Saylor Sees Bitcoin Bull Run, Hints at More Buying

Michael Saylor hinted at another Strategy bitcoin purchase after declaring that a new bitcoin bull market was beginning. His latest orange-themed chart showed 848,517 BTC valued at approximately $66 billion, following a week without acquisitions. Saylor Shares Another Orange-Themed Bitcoin Signal Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) Founder and Executive...

Crypto card startups are racking up losses just to buy your loyalty with big rewards
Crypto card startups are racking up losses just to buy your loyalty with big rewards

Providers are betting trading, lending and staking revenue can cover rewards and turn card users into profitable customers.

The key races to watch for the 2026 election
The key races to watch for the 2026 election

While crypto isn't a major issue in the 2026 election, the industry will be shaped by who takes office in January. Here are the main races CoinDesk is tracking.

Tron CEO Says Ethereum’s “Fragile Double Top” Prompted Him to Sell 80-90% of ETH Holdings
Tron CEO Says Ethereum’s “Fragile Double Top” Prompted Him to Sell 80-90% of ETH Holdings

In the Wu Blockchain interview, Justin Sun shared his bold decision to sell 80%-90% of his Ethereum holdings and allocate his portfolio to a selection of US crypto stocks. This comes as the TRON CEO sees massive opportunity in the US market amid what he termed a sluggish performance of Ethereum cryptocurrency. Why Justin Sun […]

Obol World sends 80% of revenue to buybacks and burns, launches API for bots
Obol World sends 80% of revenue to buybacks and burns, launches API for bots

Obol World's strategy could enhance token value and attract developers, but reliance on buybacks may pose sustainability challenges long-term. The post Obol World sends 80% of revenue to buybacks and burns, launches API for bots appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Nvidia’s Q3 FY2027 preview puts a $279 billion supply bet under the spotlight
Nvidia’s Q3 FY2027 preview puts a $279 billion supply bet under the spotlight

Nvidia's massive supply commitments highlight potential risks in balancing future demand with financial flexibility and profitability. The post Nvidia’s Q3 FY2027 preview puts a $279 billion supply bet under the spotlight appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Solana Walks a Tightrope as ETF Outflows Persist and Spot Volume Turns “Heating”
Solana Walks a Tightrope as ETF Outflows Persist and Spot Volume Turns “Heating”

Solana is under fresh pressure after falling below the important $107 support level. Analysts have pointed to heavy ETF outflows and plummeting spot trading volume as the latest developments pushing the market back into a defensive phase. Warning signs for Solana SOL is currently caught between a rock and a hard place, hovering around $95 […]

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XRP Tests Critical $1.25 Support as Liquidation Map Reveals Local Bottom

XRP stabilizes at $1.25, defending its 200-week moving average as buyers absorb the panic from the recent Binance hack.

OKXICE faces 50 issuer objections as Nvidia and Nike join opposition
OKXICE faces 50 issuer objections as Nvidia and Nike join opposition

Nvidia, Nike and Micron join 50 companies opposing OKXICE tokenized shares as SEC rules let issuers block unauthorized third-party stock tokens.

Bitcoin Price Recovery: $78K in Sight as LIT Surges 18%
Bitcoin Price Recovery: $78K in Sight as LIT Surges 18%

TLDR Bitcoin price recovery put $78,000 back in focus on November 1 as the market steadied after last week’s sell-off. Lighter’s LIT token jumped roughly 18%, while modest moves in major cryptocurrencies contrasted with sharp gains and losses among smaller assets. Bitcoin moved closer to $78,000 on Sunday, offering some relief after a difficult...

Ethereum validators pocket $30 million windfall as Binance hackers lose $119 million in rushed trades
Ethereum validators pocket $30 million windfall as Binance hackers lose $119 million in rushed trades

Bitquery estimates about 11,217 ETH reached proposing validators while builders retained about 564 ETH over four and a half hours. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox

Cambio, the AI-Native Crypto Exchange, Brings Swap Quotes to ChatGPT
Cambio, the AI-Native Crypto Exchange, Brings Swap Quotes to ChatGPT

[PRESS RELEASE – Panama City, Panama, November 1st, 2026] Cambio is an AI-native crypto exchange: a swap runs as one conversation, from the user’s first sentence to the payout, instead of token menus, network dropdowns and forms. Cambio is now also available in ChatGPT, through a new plugin that gives ChatGPT users a Cambio quote […]

Here’s what happened in crypto today
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, Web3 and crypto regulation.

Germany’s Largest Bank Prepares Crypto Custody Launch, With Asia Expansion to Follow
Germany’s Largest Bank Prepares Crypto Custody Launch, With Asia Expansion to Follow

In a matter of weeks, Deutsche Bank, Germany’s largest bank, will roll out its first digital asset custody service. Data shared earlier today revealed that the bank aims to tap growth in the digital economy by launching a crypto custody platform in the coming weeks. Offer direct crypto custody service for its institutional clients According […]

Ripple news: 1 billion XRP unlocked as price holds near $1.25
Ripple news: 1 billion XRP unlocked as price holds near $1.25

Ripple released 1 billion XRP through two scheduled escrow transactions on November 1, while traders await confirmation of how much will be re-locked.

“Hard To Be Bearish Here” — Analyst Who Nailed XRP’s 700% Surge Turns Giga Bullish After Spotting Rare 2022 FTX Bottom Signal
“Hard To Be Bearish Here” — Analyst Who Nailed XRP’s 700% Surge Turns Giga Bullish After Spotting Rare 2022 FTX Bottom Signal

XRP could be approaching another major turning point, according to a veteran trader who previously anticipated its staggering 700% rally in 2024.

The $6 Billion Wake-up Call — Week in Review
The $6 Billion Wake-up Call — Week in Review

This editorial is from this week’s edition of the newsletter Week in Review, sent to subscribers on Friday. Subscribe to the newsletter to get this weekly editorial the second it’s finished. The newsletter also includes the biggest stories of the week, with a comment on each story. Bitcoin fell back toward $77,000 as news of […]