Only 18% of Uniswap v3 positions under $1,000 beat holding after gas, study finds
Bitquery’s updated v3 sample shows small positions losing their edge after gas, while v4’s activity data offers no matched return comparison. 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 10/16/2026, 5:20:21 PM
LayerZero’s Aerie tackles the post-quantum signature bloat problem
Aerie's efficient signature aggregation could accelerate blockchain adoption of post-quantum security, enhancing scalability and accessibility. The post LayerZero’s Aerie tackles the post-quantum signature bloat problem appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/16/2026, 5:15:17 PM
OpenAI’s Jalapeño chip lands on TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 list
OpenAI's custom chip development signals a shift towards greater control over AI hardware, potentially reshaping industry dynamics. The post OpenAI’s Jalapeño chip lands on TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 list appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 5:14:32 PM
Trump questions Zacharia’s fit as press secretary amid media scrutiny
Trump's comments on Zacharia's role may destabilize her position, impacting market perceptions and White House communication strategies. The post Trump questions Zacharia’s fit as press secretary amid media scrutiny appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/16/2026, 5:11:51 PM
Centrifuge reports asset-backed credit inflows for a second week
The sustained inflows into asset-backed credit highlight a growing reliance on real-world assets in DeFi, potentially reshaping financial protocols. The post Centrifuge reports asset-backed credit inflows for a second week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/16/2026, 5:05:15 PM
Nvidia’s H100 GPU gains about 30% in value as AI compute demand holds firm
The rising value of Nvidia's H100 GPU highlights increasing AI compute costs, impacting budget forecasts and emphasizing strategic purchasing. The post Nvidia’s H100 GPU gains about 30% in value as AI compute demand holds firm appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 5:00:59 PM
Prediction markets make major U-turn on Fed’s October rate decision
As Fed Chair Kevin Warsh refused to preview the October 28 rate decision on October 16, 2026, during an IMF … Continue reading The post Prediction markets make major U-turn on Fed’s October rate decision appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 10/16/2026, 4:58:49 PM
Bitcoin Giant Strategy Plans STRC Daily Dividends Starting in November
Michael Saylor’s bitcoin treasury company Strategy has announced plans to begin paying daily cash dividends on its STRC preferred shares starting Nov. 2, pending shareholder approval of changes to its dividend structure. The company also intends to maintain STRC’s 12% annual dividend rate as it seeks to keep the stock trading near $100 per share....
By Andrew Hayward 10/16/2026, 4:56:51 PM
Billionaire Paul Tudor Jones Warns 2027 Will Be ‘Really, Really Challenging’ for Stocks – Here’s Why
Billionaire hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones is warning that next year could be a brutal one for the stock market. Speaking on CNBC’s Squawk Box, the founder and chief investment officer of Tudor Investment says a flood of new stock supply from big tech initial public offerings (IPOs) is set to weigh on prices. […] The post Billionaire Paul...
By Daily Hodl Agent 10/16/2026, 4:55:47 PM
Tesla crypto futures retreat to $357 after flying Roadster rally
Tesla-linked perpetual futures have retreated to around $357 on Hyperliquid, reversing an overnight climb toward $380 following Elon Musk’s demonstration of a thruster-equipped Roadster. Hyperliquid showed its TSLA-USDC contract at a mark price of $356.66, down $3.42 over 24 hours,…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/16/2026, 4:54:33 PM
Will XRP’s Price Burn Its Way Towards $10?
Crypto market aficionados float the $10 XRP theory as the drop-based fee system accelerates token burns. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 10/16/2026, 4:52:00 PM
Charles Schwab says Bitcoin still has strong fundamentals for the future
Schwab's endorsement and regulatory clarity could bolster Bitcoin's legitimacy, potentially driving broader institutional adoption and market stability. The post Charles Schwab says Bitcoin still has strong fundamentals for the future appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/16/2026, 4:43:38 PM
Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says AI may need a billion times more compute
AI's exponential compute demand could reshape infrastructure, driving massive investments but facing constraints in power and construction. The post Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says AI may need a billion times more compute appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 4:37:50 PM
Deutsche Bank To Debut Bitcoin Custody Within Weeks: Report
Bitcoin Magazine Deutsche Bank To Debut Bitcoin Custody Within Weeks: Report The German lender is moving fast with its crypto custody service. This post Deutsche Bank To Debut Bitcoin Custody Within Weeks: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 10/16/2026, 4:35:55 PM
MSCI To Move Forward With Proposal That Could Exclude Strategy From Index
Bitcoin Magazine MSCI To Move Forward With Proposal That Could Exclude Strategy From Index MSCI has adopted new rules that could push Bitcoin treasury Strategy out of its global equity benchmarks. This post MSCI To Move Forward With Proposal That Could Exclude Strategy From Index first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 10/16/2026, 4:32:41 PM
Crypto.com, Gemini, and a16z among donors in $210.5M flow to Trump super PACs
The significant donations to Trump super PACs highlight potential ethical concerns about corporate influence on regulatory decisions. The post Crypto.com, Gemini, and a16z among donors in $210.5M flow to Trump super PACs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/16/2026, 4:30:29 PM
Former OpenAI researcher Nick Cammarata says most AI neurons are now interpretable
Improved AI neuron interpretability could enhance model alignment and trust, but requires further validation to confirm these promising findings. The post Former OpenAI researcher Nick Cammarata says most AI neurons are now interpretable appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 4:25:52 PM
Deutsche Bank Nears Launch of Institutional Bitcoin, Ether Custody
The banking giant stressed that this move is part of a strategy to achieve an 8% compound annual growth rate in its corporate banking services by 2028. Deutsche Bank co-head Gerald Podobnik said these services will complement the bank’s traditional offerings. Deutsche Bank Confirms Launch Of Crypto Custody Services in Germany Deutsche Bank, one […]
By Sergio Goschenko 10/16/2026, 4:25:10 PM
Anthropic’s Claude Opus 5.5 leads AI model standings, user satisfaction key
User satisfaction's growing influence on AI model success highlights the need for companies to prioritize intuitive user experiences over mere technical prowess. The post Anthropic’s Claude Opus 5.5 leads AI model standings, user satisfaction key appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/16/2026, 4:24:35 PM
Unique Wealth discloses $10.4 million in Bitcoin exposure in latest 13F-HR filing
Unique Wealth's Bitcoin ETF strategy highlights evolving investment trends, influencing future asset allocation and ETF market dynamics. The post Unique Wealth discloses $10.4 million in Bitcoin exposure in latest 13F-HR filing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/16/2026, 4:24:19 PM
MSCI’s new rules could squeeze Strategy’s Bitcoin buying machine
MSCI approved rules threatening Strategy's index membership as its shares trade nearly 69% below their peak. On Oct. 15, the global index provider announced that it would adopt a new methodology excluding companies classified as non-operating businesses from its Global Investable Market Indexes. The changes take effect after the Nov. 30 market...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/16/2026, 4:20:08 PM
Cost to insure big tech debt surges as investors question AI returns
Rising insurance costs for tech debt highlight investor skepticism about AI profitability, potentially impacting future tech investments. The post Cost to insure big tech debt surges as investors question AI returns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 4:19:25 PM
Dell prepares for an AI slowdown with just-in-time builds and a customer-funded model
Dell's strategic shift to just-in-time builds and customer-funded models highlights the need for adaptability amid potential AI market volatility. The post Dell prepares for an AI slowdown with just-in-time builds and a customer-funded model appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 4:18:43 PM
Celestia price jumps 19% above $0.70, can TIA sustain its breakout?
Celestia price has climbed above $0.70 as strengthening daily momentum and a bullish weekly trend put its recovery from a months-long trading range to the test. Celestia’s recovery has accelerated after spending much of the year trading near the bottom…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/16/2026, 4:12:38 PM
Pump.fun moves into perpetual futures with Hyperliquid powering the engine
Pump.fun's move into perpetual futures could intensify competition, increase market risks, and highlight infrastructure dependency. The post Pump.fun moves into perpetual futures with Hyperliquid powering the engine appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/16/2026, 4:09:32 PM
Elorian launches Glimpse, an AI model built to reason in pictures
Glimpse's launch could redefine AI's role in fields requiring direct visual reasoning, potentially advancing robotics, engineering, and medicine. The post Elorian launches Glimpse, an AI model built to reason in pictures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 4:05:39 PM
Bitcoin steadies near $82,000 as Warsh declines to signal another Fed hike
Bitcoin's resilience amid market volatility highlights its potential as a hedge against economic uncertainty and shifting monetary policies. The post Bitcoin steadies near $82,000 as Warsh declines to signal another Fed hike appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/16/2026, 4:00:05 PM
XRP Trading Volume Surpasses Bitcoin and Ethereum in South Korea
XRP takes dominance on a major South Korean crypto exchange as its spot volume hits over $145 million, outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum.
By Caroline Amosun 10/16/2026, 3:54:14 PM
Broadcom CEO Hock Tan strikes a cautious tone on AI as Nvidia’s Jensen Huang stays bullish
Investor caution in AI highlights potential financial risks and underscores the need for strategic planning amid rapid technological advancements. The post Broadcom CEO Hock Tan strikes a cautious tone on AI as Nvidia’s Jensen Huang stays bullish appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 3:54:00 PM
Crypto Biz: Wall Street closes at 4. Tokenized stocks keep trading
Tokenized stocks are drawing trading activity beyond Wall Street hours, while Bitcoin miners confront costly AI expansion and new accounting rules could benefit stablecoins.
By Sam Bourgi 10/16/2026, 3:52:28 PM
Solana price slides toward $100, can weekly support save the recovery?
Solana price has retreated toward $104, putting $100 support back under pressure even as its weekly chart leaves room for the broader recovery to survive. Solana is back near the area where its September recovery began to gather strength. After…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/16/2026, 3:51:53 PM
Inferact raises $150M seed round to scale the vLLM inference engine
Inferact's funding and expertise could accelerate AI infrastructure innovation, impacting efficiency and competition in the AI market landscape. The post Inferact raises $150M seed round to scale the vLLM inference engine appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 3:51:15 PM
TIA Price Soars 49% in a Week as Leverage Outruns Celestia Usage
TIA price cleared a resistance level that had rejected it twice this week, on heavy volume. Data posted to Celestia fell while the token rallied. Fibre and the Eden experiment are driving expectations ahead of actual revenue. Momentum is overbought and slightly weaker than at the September peak. Celestia’s TIA token climbed about 22.5% on [...]
By Alexander Stefanov 10/16/2026, 3:50:59 PM
Ledger Thieves Might Have a New Big Problem—Stealing From Criminals
The Ledger wallet crisis just took another twist that could, in theory, lead to movie-like battles between criminal groups, as “big boss task scam bros” reportedly lost millions to Ledger hardware wallet tamperers. Analysts at blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis found that three addresses attributed to task scammers collectively lost 60 BTC ($4.9...
By Linas Kmieliauskas 10/16/2026, 3:50:11 PM
Injective (INJ) Explodes to a 1-Year High: Has Its Bull Run Begun?
"Pay attention to INJ before the train leaves," MikybullCrypto said.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 10/16/2026, 3:49:17 PM
Toronto police charge three Canadian Armed Forces reservists in kidnapping of crypto exchange owner
The case highlights vulnerabilities in crypto security and military oversight, potentially prompting stricter regulations and security measures. The post Toronto police charge three Canadian Armed Forces reservists in kidnapping of crypto exchange owner appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/16/2026, 3:48:57 PM
Bitcoin price steadies around $82K after Fed’s Warsh avoids rate-hike hints
Bitcoin held above $80,000 as South Korean tech stocks recovered from a sell-off and traders lowered their expectations for a Federal Reserve interest-rate hike.
By William Suberg 10/16/2026, 3:45:43 PM
Vercel says TypeSafe’s Jev is the fastest-adopted AI model on its gateway
Jev's rapid adoption highlights a shift towards efficient, cost-effective AI models for decision-making, impacting AI deployment strategies. The post Vercel says TypeSafe’s Jev is the fastest-adopted AI model on its gateway appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 3:37:39 PM
Fireblocks joins AFME Collaboration Network as an Engagement Collaborator
Fireblocks' involvement may accelerate blockchain integration in European markets, influencing regulatory frameworks and enhancing market efficiency. The post Fireblocks joins AFME Collaboration Network as an Engagement Collaborator appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/16/2026, 3:37:23 PM
Cobo to shut down Cobo Wallet app on December 1
Cobo will shut down its Cobo Wallet app on December 1, 2026. Users must withdraw by November 30 or face a 2% monthly fee with a $100 minimum. The post Cobo to shut down Cobo Wallet app on December 1 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/16/2026, 3:36:37 PM
Nscale lists $103.4 billion in AI data center contracts as delays pile up
Nscale's project delays and concentrated contract risks could undermine investor confidence and impact the broader AI infrastructure expansion. The post Nscale lists $103.4 billion in AI data center contracts as delays pile up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 3:35:00 PM
Bitcoin vs Gold Forecast: BTC slips under $82K, XAU eyes $4,200 amid easing rate-hike bets
Bitcoin (BTC) ticks down below $82,000 on Friday amid a tug-of-war between bulls and bears over the trend. While bulls appear to have the upper hand, backed by strong structural support, key supply levels at $84,000 and around $87,000 suggest the recovery could be an uphill battle.
By N/A 10/16/2026, 3:26:35 PM
Pi Network price rebounds above $0.08, but can it hold the recovery?
Pi Network price has bounced above $0.08 near the area that supported its summer recovery, but September’s failed rally leaves buyers with a familiar challenge: holding their gains once price moves away from the lows. PI is back in familiar…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/16/2026, 3:23:40 PM
Bitcoin ETFs trade over $7.5B in a week despite $145M in net selling
Despite net outflows, robust trading volume in Bitcoin ETFs suggests resilient investor interest, indicating potential market stability. The post Bitcoin ETFs trade over $7.5B in a week despite $145M in net selling appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/16/2026, 3:21:16 PM
Bitcoin Dumps to Monthly Lows on Hot Inflation Data and Warsh Comments: Weekly Crypto Recap
Both CPI and PPI showed notable increases MoM and YoY.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/16/2026, 3:20:43 PM
Unagi puts Persona Journey and Ultimate Champions up for sale in court-ordered liquidation
The liquidation of Unagi could reshape the gaming and NFT markets, impacting asset ownership, market dynamics, and future platform viability. The post Unagi puts Persona Journey and Ultimate Champions up for sale in court-ordered liquidation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/16/2026, 3:20:06 PM
Microsoft exposes how USDT-funded phishing network targeted 75,000 organizations
Domain seizures and account shutdowns hit YAM Store and phishing-kit services, while reported asset freezes remain unquantified. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/16/2026, 3:20:01 PM
OpenAI Agent Stole Ether From Testnet Wallet It Did Not Control
An experimental OpenAI model accessed an Ethereum wallet using a publicly available recovery phrase and spent its funds without authorization to complete a coding assignment, according to a newly published research report. The incident highlights concerns about AI agents making independent decisions involving financial assets. AI Agent Swipes...
By Andrew Hayward 10/16/2026, 3:15:50 PM
Oracle’s $664 billion AI backlog comes with a hefty execution bill
Oracle's AI backlog highlights execution risks, financial strain, and dependency on OpenAI, impacting its growth and market perception. The post Oracle’s $664 billion AI backlog comes with a hefty execution bill appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 3:15:04 PM
CoreWeave’s debt stress tests private credit’s AI financing boom
CoreWeave's financial struggles highlight potential risks in AI financing, questioning the sustainability of private credit-backed growth. The post CoreWeave’s debt stress tests private credit’s AI financing boom appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/16/2026, 3:13:49 PM