ETH Price Prediction: Ethereum Slips Below $2,400 as Selling Pressure Tests Key Support Floor
Ethereum fell to $2,397.10 on October 20, down 1.42% on the day, trading beneath its 7-, 20- and 50-day moving averages as taker sell volume outpaced buys on Binance. Near-term analyst targets of $... (Read More)
By N/A 10/20/2026, 7:15:39 AM
BTC Price Prediction: Stuck Between Support and a Converging MACD With $84K in Sight
Bitcoin fell 1.28% to $81,816.66 on Binance spot as of October 20, 2026, with 1-hour taker volume skewed heavily toward sellers and open interest contracting 1.79% over 24 hours. The price is sandw... (Read More)
By N/A 10/20/2026, 7:07:39 AM
CryptoRank lists top 6 token unlocks this week, led by AKE at $62.42 million
The influx of unlocked tokens may lead to increased market volatility, impacting token prices and investor strategies in the short term. The post CryptoRank lists top 6 token unlocks this week, led by AKE at $62.42 million appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/20/2026, 7:06:22 AM
New York Pediatric Health Network and IT Vendor To Pay Over $2,600,000 After Hackers Steal Records of 887,000 People
Boston Children's Health Physicians and IT vendor XTIUM will pay New York and Connecticut over $2.6 million after a 2024 breach exposed records of about 887,000 people. The post New York Pediatric Health Network and IT Vendor To Pay Over $2,600,000 After Hackers Steal Records of 887,000 People appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Agent 10/20/2026, 7:04:04 AM
Marvell shows photonic module that puts AI memory 50 meters from the GPU
Marvell's innovation could revolutionize AI infrastructure by enabling scalable memory solutions, potentially enhancing AI processing efficiency. The post Marvell shows photonic module that puts AI memory 50 meters from the GPU appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 6:59:10 AM
Scammers impersonate Tyler Hobbs in fake QQL NFT mint scheme
Scammers have reportedly impersonated generative artist Tyler Hobbs to promote a fake QQL NFT mint, with reports suggesting that at least one person has lost funds after interacting with the scheme. In an Oct. 20 post on X, Yuga Labs…
By Rony Roy 10/20/2026, 6:51:01 AM
XRP whale outflows hit five-year low as price struggles near $1.30
XRP whale outflows on Binance fall to a five-year low as the price trades near $1.30, with weak technical indicators and an XRPL upgrade approaching.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/20/2026, 6:50:19 AM
Germany’s Sparkassen Start Crypto Trading in its Banking App at €0.99 per Order
The €0.99 fee is only part of the cost: each Deka quote adds a spread the price sheet does not disclose.
By Jose Oramas 10/20/2026, 6:48:45 AM
Kevin O'Leary Names Safest Crypto Asset
Shark Tank star Kevin O'Leary has named stablecoins the safest crypto asset class.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/20/2026, 6:45:06 AM
Mt. Gox pushes creditor repayment deadline to October 31, 2027
The extended repayment deadline may prolong market uncertainty, affecting creditor strategies and potentially impacting cryptocurrency prices. The post Mt. Gox pushes creditor repayment deadline to October 31, 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/20/2026, 6:43:25 AM
JPMorgan drops JPM Coin on Ethereum with zero retail access
JPM Coin gives the bank's institutional clients an Ethereum payment route, with direct fund subscriptions still unannounced. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/20/2026, 6:30:25 AM
The Subtext in Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s Take on Gen Alpha Math Skills
“Kids don’t need to memorize their multiplication tables,” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang argued in a podcast conversation with Ezra Klein, framing Generation Alpha’s AI dependence as a feature, not a bug. Huang says offloading routine computation to AI should free people for systemic thinking, creativity, and critical analysis, even as neuroscientists...
By Guest Author 10/20/2026, 6:30:24 AM
Germany’s Sparkasse Bank begins crypto services rollout for 50M customers
Sparkasse's crypto service rollout could significantly boost digital asset adoption in Germany, potentially impacting Ethereum's market dynamics. The post Germany’s Sparkasse Bank begins crypto services rollout for 50M customers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 6:19:34 AM
JPMorgan forecasts Bitcoin to outperform stocks, gold
JPMorgan forecasts 10% annual compounded Bitcoin returns over 10–15 years, ahead of U.S. stocks and gold, but warns of 55% volatility and portfolio risks.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/20/2026, 6:13:31 AM
Stablecoins cited as a workaround for unbanked businesses in trade
A guest post argues that correspondent banking failures are pushing emerging-market businesses toward stablecoin settlement to reduce fees and delays. (Read More)
By N/A 10/20/2026, 5:59:26 AM
Monero (XMR) Rises 11% Weekly: 3 AIs Speculate Whether It Can Flip Zcash (ZEC) in 2026
"A realistic framing is: ZEC retains the edge unless Monero gets a concrete liquidity or regulatory-access catalyst," Perplexity said.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 10/20/2026, 5:57:35 AM
Ramp applies for US trust bank charter to offer digital asset custody
Corporate payments platform Ramp has applied for a US national trust bank charter to offer digital asset custody and fiduciary investment management under federal supervision. According to the company’s Oct. 19 announcement, the application was submitted to the Office of…
By Rony Roy 10/20/2026, 5:53:56 AM
NEAR Protocol Price Forecast: Mild correction persists despite resilient ETF inflows
NEAR Protocol (NEAR) price is down nearly 2% on Tuesday, mirroring its 2% decline from the previous day. Institutional demand remains firm, with Bitwise’s NEAR-focused Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) recording over $5 million in inflows on Monday.
By N/A 10/20/2026, 5:53:03 AM
BlackRock files for Bitcoin ETF offering limited downside protection
BlackRock files for PBIT, a Bitcoin-linked ETF designed to limit some downside risk while capping gains through options tied to its IBIT fund.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/20/2026, 5:45:09 AM
US Bitcoin ETFs draw $527M in biggest showing since September
BlackRock’s IBIT led the gains with $665.2 million in inflows, offsetting withdrawals from Fidelity and Grayscale, while other funds recorded no net flows.
By Ezra Reguerra 10/20/2026, 5:39:20 AM
Electric Motors Consumed 53% of Global Electricity in 2023, IEA Data Shows
Electric motors drew 13,462 TWh of electricity in 2023, with motor-driven loads accounting for 72% of power use in industry and 87% in agriculture. Many still run at constant speed even when demand fluctuates, and researchers say demand-based speed control could cut motor electricity use by as much as 25%, trimming global consumption by about […]
By Guest Author 10/20/2026, 5:30:20 AM
Alberta votes to stay in Canada, boosting PM Mark Carney
Alberta's decision to remain in Canada strengthens federal unity, bolsters PM Carney's position, and challenges separatist momentum. The post Alberta votes to stay in Canada, boosting PM Mark Carney appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 5:27:18 AM
J.P. Morgan projects Bitcoin to outperform US stocks and gold over the next decade
J.P. Morgan's forecast signals a growing institutional acceptance of Bitcoin, potentially influencing future investment strategies and portfolio diversification. The post J.P. Morgan projects Bitcoin to outperform US stocks and gold over the next decade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/20/2026, 5:26:56 AM
Mastercard introduces fraud and sanctions screening to stablecoin payments
Mastercard has introduced a stablecoin transaction security service that allows financial institutions to screen payments for fraud, scams and sanctions risks before funds move across blockchain networks. According to an October 19 announcement, the company unveiled Stablecoin Security at Money20/20…
By Rony Roy 10/20/2026, 5:26:08 AM
Sophon sets November 25 deadline for asset withdrawals before mainnet shutdown
Sophons shutdown highlights the financial challenges of standalone blockchains, pushing projects to leverage established networks for sustainability. The post Sophon sets November 25 deadline for asset withdrawals before mainnet shutdown appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 5:24:18 AM
BlackRock Makes Surprise Bitcoin ETF Move
BlackRock has filed for another Bitcoin ETF, this time introducing a product designed to protect investors against downside risks while limiting potential gains.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/20/2026, 5:24:11 AM
BSC accelerator expands startup access to sovereign compute in Spain
Barcelona Supercomputing Center’s AI Factory Accelerator Programme is now fully operating, with startup access, training and compute support. (Read More)
By N/A 10/20/2026, 5:23:11 AM
Sophon sets Nov. 25 withdrawal deadline ahead of mainnet shutdown
In June, Sophon’s developers said the costs of maintaining a standalone blockchain no longer justified its benefits and announced plans to focus on consumer finance and AI applications on Base.
By Felix Ng 10/20/2026, 5:14:11 AM
GMO Cybersecurity links Chinese AI tool ARTEX to breaches at Japanese firms
The use of AI tools in cyberattacks highlights the growing need for robust cybersecurity measures across industries globally. The post GMO Cybersecurity links Chinese AI tool ARTEX to breaches at Japanese firms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 5:12:44 AM
GENIUS Act: Blockchain Association Seeks Clearer DeFi, Stablecoin Rules
Blockchain Association urges Treasury to clarify GENIUS Act rules on DeFi, foreign stablecoins, trading liability and wallet location checks.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/20/2026, 4:52:10 AM
Eric Schmidt poised for major windfall from Anthropic’s public debut
Eric Schmidt's potential windfall from Anthropic's IPO highlights the transformative financial impact of early investments in AI startups. The post Eric Schmidt poised for major windfall from Anthropic’s public debut appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 4:44:19 AM
French MPs back crypto tax, and stablecoin swaps take the hit
The October 16 first-reading votes advance a proposal covering MiCA e-money tokens, with a January 2027 start conditional on enactment. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/20/2026, 4:40:34 AM
Multicoin Shuns AI Push, Keeps HYPE as Its Largest Crypto Bet
Multicoin Capital is refusing to follow rival crypto venture firms into standalone AI investments, arguing its competitive advantage remains in digital assets. The $2.7 billion firm is also keeping Hyperliquid’s HYPE token as the largest position in its hedge fund. $2.7B Multicoin Refuses AI Pivot as Crypto Rivals Diversify Multicoin Capital is...
By Emmanuel Musa 10/20/2026, 4:30:37 AM
AI debt worries drive a surge in credit default swap trading
The surge in CDS trading highlights growing skepticism about AI-driven debt sustainability, prompting investors to reassess risk exposure. The post AI debt worries drive a surge in credit default swap trading appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 4:23:45 AM
AI debt concerns drive surge in CDS trading for CoreWeave, Oracle, SoftBank
Rising CDS activity signals market caution, potentially reshaping investment strategies and risk assessments in AI infrastructure financing. The post AI debt concerns drive surge in CDS trading for CoreWeave, Oracle, SoftBank appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 4:22:28 AM
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust pulls in $665.2 million as ether ETFs bleed
The contrasting inflows highlight a growing institutional preference for Bitcoin over Ether, potentially shaping future crypto investment trends. The post BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust pulls in $665.2 million as ether ETFs bleed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/20/2026, 4:21:19 AM
US bans DeepSeek from civilian agency IT systems
The restrictions extend earlier bans within US defense and security agencies, amid concerns that DeepSeek could expose federal information to China.
By Felix Ng 10/20/2026, 4:07:58 AM
XRP Ledger Bug Fixes Set for Friday Activation as DeFi Lending Awaits Approval
The lending amendments each had 19 yes votes on October 19, ten short of the 29 needed to begin the required activation countdown.
By Wayne Jones 10/20/2026, 4:02:30 AM
Now Accepting Bitcoin: Gyros, Cocas, and 219 Arizona Bitcoin Merchants
Bitcoin Magazine Now Accepting Bitcoin: Gyros, Cocas, and 219 Arizona Bitcoin Merchants Setting up a Lightning wallet took seconds, so we sent first-time users in Scottsdale to see how Arizona Bitcoin spending really works. This post Now Accepting Bitcoin: Gyros, Cocas, and 219 Arizona Bitcoin Merchants first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is...
By Vagabond 10/20/2026, 3:54:15 AM
Top Altcoins Price Forecast: Ripple, Cardano, Solana – XRP, ADA face downside risk as SOL consolidates
Top altcoins, including Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), and Solana (SOL), stall on Tuesday after a bearish week, suggesting a brief pause in selling pressure.
By N/A 10/20/2026, 3:45:00 AM
Morgan Stanley’s MSOL draws inflows as Fidelity’s FSOL sheds $1.8 million
Divergent fund flows highlight investor uncertainty in Solana's market, impacting strategic positioning and future investment decisions. The post Morgan Stanley’s MSOL draws inflows as Fidelity’s FSOL sheds $1.8 million appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/20/2026, 3:38:52 AM
Revolut wins Gibraltar DLT licence via new subsidiary to power global crypto push
Gibraltar's financial regulator granted Revolut's new subsidiary a DLT licence covering crypto order execution, custody and staking, giving the fintech a third regulatory base for its global crypto push. [...]
By Charles Kibue 10/20/2026, 3:35:50 AM
Metaplanet Turns an Esports Veteran Into a Bitcoin Treasury Giant
Super League shareholders just cleared the way for a gaming company to become a bitcoin treasury heavyweight, courtesy of 2,100 BTC from Japan’s Metaplanet. The deal brings together two unlikely corporate survivors, one born in esports, the other in hotels. Super League Approves Metaplanet’s 2,100 Bitcoin Investment Super League Enterprise...
By Jamie Redman 10/20/2026, 3:30:40 AM
Ethereum sets October 26 for Glamsterdam upgrade on Hoodi testnet
The Glamsterdam upgrade on Hoodi testnet may enhance Ethereum's scalability, but market impact remains limited without a mainnet timeline. The post Ethereum sets October 26 for Glamsterdam upgrade on Hoodi testnet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 3:11:48 AM
Binance launches auto order routing on its Spot platform
Binance's AOR could enhance trading efficiency in low-liquidity markets, potentially increasing user engagement and market fluidity. The post Binance launches auto order routing on its Spot platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/20/2026, 3:04:50 AM
X updates timeline recommendations with new AI ranking model
X's AI-driven timeline updates could reshape user engagement dynamics, potentially influencing content creation and consumption patterns. The post X updates timeline recommendations with new AI ranking model appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 2:46:04 AM
Elon Musk Says 2 Products Will Account for Most of Tesla’s Value
Elon Musk expects Tesla’s Optimus robot and Cybercab to generate most of the company’s future value. His prediction places artificial intelligence and autonomous transportation at the center of Tesla’s long-term strategy. Musk Names Optimus and Cybercab as Tesla’s Biggest Value Drivers Tesla’s (Nasdaq: TSLA) future valuation will depend primarily...
By Kevin Helms 10/20/2026, 2:45:05 AM
SoftBank Group’s credit risk climbs to a four-year high as AI spending raises funding concerns
SoftBank's rising credit risk highlights the financial strain of aggressive AI investments, potentially impacting its future borrowing costs. The post SoftBank Group’s credit risk climbs to a four-year high as AI spending raises funding concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 2:29:33 AM
PENGU Flashes Historically Proven Buy Signal: Is a 77% Rally Next?
Pudgy Penguins has flashed a proven bullish indicator, pointing to a likely 77% upside potential. In the last two months, the Tom DeMarm (TD) Sequential has proven itself quite reliable in predicting the token’s next movement on the chart. Pudgy Penguins and the TD Sequential On August 7, the indicator registered a buy signal, which …
By Steve Muchoki 10/20/2026, 2:23:30 AM
Bitcoin profit-taking cools as spot demand stays weak, Glassnode says
Glassnode says Bitcoin (BTC) selling pressure has eased but spot demand stays weak near $82,000. Supply in profit fell to 68.2% as options expiry looms.
By N/A 10/20/2026, 2:18:58 AM