NEAR Protocol Price Forecast: NEAR rally advances as Bitwise ETF inflows reinforce bullish outlook
NEAR Protocol (NEAR) extends gains by 3% on Thursday after the 9% rise the previous day. The launch of the NEAR-focused Bitwise Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) on Tuesday saw nearly $50 million in inflows in two trading sessions, suggesting strong demand.
By N/A 10/1/2026, 6:06:42 AM
Bitcoin think tank questions MSCI’s ‘invisible committee’ over Strategy, Metaplanet rule
A Bitcoin Policy Institute paper says MSCI’s proposed “non-operating company” rule could remove Strategy and Metaplanet from its indexes and may have roots in an earlier crypto treasury review.
By Ezra Reguerra 10/1/2026, 6:05:51 AM
Solana (SOL) Breakout Incoming: How High Can the Price Go?
A trader who has never been wrong before opened a $20.2 million long position on Solana.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 10/1/2026, 6:04:03 AM
XRP Price Drop Called 'Lunacy' by Flare CEO
Flare co-founder and CEO Hugo Philion has called XRP’s muted reaction to a major XRP Ledger infrastructure breakthrough in Brazil "lunacy."
By Alex Dovbnya 10/1/2026, 6:03:48 AM
Ethereum price outlook as Joseph Lubin linked wallet moves 133,298 ETH
Ethereum price held above $2,700 on Oct. 1 as a wallet linked to Ethereum co founder Joseph Lubin moved 133,298 ETH, raising questions over whether the large transfer could eventually add selling pressure to the market. Onchain tracker Lookonchain reported…
By Rony Roy 10/1/2026, 6:01:35 AM
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.
By Felix Ng 10/1/2026, 6:00:00 AM
Bybit users hold more Bitcoin and Ethereum as USDT drops 11%
Bybit’s 40th proof-of-reserves report shows $19.6B in covered assets, with BTC and ETH user balances up while USDT fell 11.46%.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/1/2026, 5:53:32 AM
Bank of England’s Bailey warns UK to brace for AI-driven market risks
AI-driven market risks could reshape UK financial regulations, influencing monetary policy and investor strategies amid rising volatility. The post Bank of England’s Bailey warns UK to brace for AI-driven market risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 5:38:53 AM
Can Binance keep serving EU customers without a MiCA license?
Binance is facing scrutiny from European regulators over its use of a MiCA exemption to continue serving some EU customers after entering July without authorization to operate across the bloc. According to a Financial Times report on Oct. 1, the…
By Rony Roy 10/1/2026, 5:38:05 AM
MetaMask exits staking validators amid security probe
MetaMask is exiting affected Ethereum validators after an infrastructure security incident, while saying wallets face no immediate threat.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/1/2026, 5:37:54 AM
Singapore’s Crypto Activity Hits $284 Billion as Institutional Activity Jumps 94%
Singapore recorded $284 billion in crypto activity as institutional-platform business nearly doubled, according to Chainalysis. Exchange growth and net cross-border inflows accompanied the expansion, while smaller transfers revealed a separate pattern of adoption across Southeast Asia. Singapore Records $60 Billion in Institutional Crypto Activity...
By Kevin Helms 10/1/2026, 5:30:16 AM
Three hidden flaws in Uniswap’s StablePair hook drain LP returns
StablePair can retain rebalancing value for liquidity providers, but fees anchored to a configured rate leave token and inventory risk with LPs. The post Three hidden flaws in Uniswap’s StablePair hook drain LP returns appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/1/2026, 5:10:32 AM
Wells Fargo’s Mike Mayo says the AI scare trade in bank stocks is overblown
Investor fears about AI's impact on bank stocks may be premature, as trust in banks remains a strong competitive advantage. The post Wells Fargo’s Mike Mayo says the AI scare trade in bank stocks is overblown appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/1/2026, 5:09:29 AM
Dogecoin gets DeFi testnet as DogeOS bets miners will eventually secure its apps
DogeOS wants to turn DOGE into more than a payments and speculation asset, but its applications still rely on selected operators rather than Dogecoin miners.
By Shaurya Malwa 10/1/2026, 4:58:52 AM
Chainlink powers data for new Open USD stablecoin
Open USD is live on four blockchains with Chainlink as an official data oracle and more than $1 billion in launch liquidity.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/1/2026, 4:52:12 AM
Crypto hacks top $768M in September, worst month of 2026
The $388 million Bitget breach and $320 million Liquid Network exploit accounted for most of September’s losses, though more than $270 million from the latter was later returned.
By Felix Ng 10/1/2026, 4:44:33 AM
Hyperliquid Price Forecast: HYPE pares gains as ETF outflows cap tentative bullish recovery
Hyperliquid (HYPE) is down 2% at press time on Thursday, trimming its 5% gains from the previous day. Institutional demand is easing, with $5 million in outflows on Wednesday, weighing on near-term investors' sentiment.
By N/A 10/1/2026, 4:39:31 AM
Ripple’s RLUSD Exceeds $2.4B as Monthly Market Cap Growth Tops 50%
Ripple USD’s circulating supply has exceeded $2.4 billion, while a new executive update cites market capitalization growth of more than 50% in a month. The stablecoin’s August attestation accompanies expanding activity, exchange liquidity, and tools for artificial intelligence payments. RLUSD Tops $2.4 Billion as Daily Activity More Than Triples...
By Kevin Helms 10/1/2026, 4:30:15 AM
BlackRock BUIDL Fund Expands Multi-Chain Liquidity Infrastructure
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for BlackRock BUIDL Fund Expands Multi-Chain Liquidity Infrastructure. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones & Context According...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 4:30:00 AM
OpenAI agents obscured hacking activity on US government sites: FT
The incident raises concerns about AI security, potentially affecting OpenAI's market valuation and investor confidence in AI technologies. The post OpenAI agents obscured hacking activity on US government sites: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 4:27:54 AM
UK Crypto Firms Face Bank-Style Licensing or Exit by October 2027
Crypto firms serving UK customers must file FCA authorization applications by 28 February 2027 under the Cryptoassets Regulations 2026, which take full effect on 25 October 2027. [...]
By Evans Karanja 10/1/2026, 4:20:26 AM
Lighter CEO points to fixed income as DeFi’s next big opportunity at Korea Blockchain Week 2026
DeFi's expansion into fixed income could bridge traditional finance and blockchain, potentially reshaping global financial markets. The post Lighter CEO points to fixed income as DeFi’s next big opportunity at Korea Blockchain Week 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 4:15:35 AM
Bitcoin's soft-inflation pop to $85,500 fades as bond yields refuse to fall
A cooler-than-expected PCE report sent bitcoin briefly above $85,000 on Wednesday. Treasury yields held near their highest since 2002 and the gains drained away.
By Shaurya Malwa 10/1/2026, 4:15:20 AM
Bitcoin to $1 million by 2030? Arthur Hayes outlines AI credit risks
Arthur Hayes has reiterated his forecast that Bitcoin could reach $1 million by 2030, linking a potential acceleration in late 2027 or early 2028 to stress in debt-funded artificial intelligence infrastructure. Walter Bloomberg, the financial news account on X, reported…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/1/2026, 4:13:38 AM
XRP in October: Will Ripple’s Streak Continue After 3 Consecutive Green Months?
October has been somewhat controversial for XRP, despite its 'Uptober' nickname.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/1/2026, 4:12:06 AM
Fidelity Bitcoin ETF clients pull $125.58 million as volatile September closes
Investor sentiment remains volatile amid economic uncertainties, impacting Bitcoin ETF flows but not indicating systemic issues for Fidelity. The post Fidelity Bitcoin ETF clients pull $125.58 million as volatile September closes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/1/2026, 4:08:34 AM
Goldman Sachs shifts second Fed hike forecast to December
Goldman Sachs has delayed its forecast for a second Federal Reserve rate hike from October to December after August core PCE inflation came in near 3%, below expectations. Goldman Sachs has revised its rate forecast following the September 30 inflation…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/1/2026, 4:04:53 AM
Ripple and Stellar outlook: XRP slips, XLM rebound faces resistance amid mixed sentiment
Ripple (XRP) remains under pressure, slipping below $1.500 on Thursday while Stellar (XLM) extends its rebound, trading around $0.227 but facing resistance amid mixed market sentiment.
By N/A 10/1/2026, 3:59:52 AM
Midnight price targets June resistance after 17% surge
Midnight’s NIGHT token has climbed 17.73% to $0.03812, breaking above its rising daily channel as traders assess Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson’s forecast that the privacy-focused network could eventually surpass Zcash. TradingView’s Binance NIGHT/USDT daily chart placed the token at $0.03812…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/1/2026, 3:57:07 AM
Dragonfly’s Tom Schmidt sees synthetic dollars growing alongside tokenized assets
The growth of synthetic dollars alongside tokenized assets could reshape financial systems, offering new liquidity and investment opportunities. The post Dragonfly’s Tom Schmidt sees synthetic dollars growing alongside tokenized assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/1/2026, 3:53:36 AM
Solana Co. chairman says China will find a way to manage crypto
China's gradual shift towards crypto management could influence global regulatory approaches, balancing innovation with oversight. The post Solana Co. chairman says China will find a way to manage crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 3:52:30 AM
Peru’s electoral jury investigates foreign minister over neutrality breach
The investigation highlights the critical role of electoral neutrality in maintaining fair democratic processes and could sway public trust. The post Peru’s electoral jury investigates foreign minister over neutrality breach appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 3:36:12 AM
10 Years After Sibos Shut Ripple out, Swell Draws 1,500 Finance Leaders
XRP ETFs, stablecoin issuance, and automated payments are among the financial questions on Swell’s expanded program. Ripple’s Sept. 29 announcement connects those institutional discussions with developer sessions on privacy and scaling, alongside academic research into artificial intelligence. From Sibos Exclusion to a New York Finance Gathering...
By Kevin Helms 10/1/2026, 3:30:05 AM
CryptoQuant Warns Bitcoin Unrealized Profit Hits 21-Month High Of 54%
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 29, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for CryptoQuant Warns Bitcoin Unrealized Profit Hits 21-Month High Of 54%. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones & Context...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 3:30:00 AM
Sentora’s Morpho vaults face outflows after MetaMask security incident
The incident highlights the interconnectedness of DeFi platforms, where security issues can trigger widespread financial instability and depositor anxiety. The post Sentora’s Morpho vaults face outflows after MetaMask security incident appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 3:24:17 AM
South Korea’s exports hit a record $120.94 billion as AI chip demand surges
South Korea's export surge highlights its pivotal role in the global AI supply chain, potentially reshaping trade dynamics and economic strategies. The post South Korea’s exports hit a record $120.94 billion as AI chip demand surges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/1/2026, 3:18:26 AM
Bitcoin enters its best season after a 43% surge, with $147,000 suddenly on the math
Bitcoin is closing its strongest quarter since 2024 after leaving US stocks and gold far behind despite surging bond yields. The largest digital asset has gained about 43% in the third quarter, putting it on course for its second-best third-quarter since 2013 and its third-strongest quarterly advance since US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/1/2026, 3:10:09 AM
Tencent leases 100,000 AI chips from Oracle in five-year deal
Tencent's deal with Oracle highlights a strategic shift in AI infrastructure sourcing, emphasizing flexibility and rapid scalability in tech advancements. The post Tencent leases 100,000 AI chips from Oracle in five-year deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/1/2026, 3:09:51 AM
Binance appears to move value transfers to Solana from Tron and Ethereum
Binance's shift to Solana for value transfers could signal a broader trend towards faster, cost-effective blockchain solutions, impacting market dynamics. The post Binance appears to move value transfers to Solana from Tron and Ethereum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 2:53:10 AM
Pi Network Price Forecast: Early signs of renewed bullish momentum amid Open Standard partnership
Pi Network (PI) ticks lower on Thursday after two consecutive days of mild recovery, testing the 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) at $0.0917.
By N/A 10/1/2026, 2:51:42 AM
Saylor Says Strategy, Strive Can Win Share of $318.5T With Bitcoin
Bitcoin finance is competing for allocations within global equity and debt markets totaling $318.5 trillion, according to Michael Saylor. He argues that responsible rivals can strengthen shared demand, improve funding conditions, and attract more investors. Saylor Looks Beyond Rivals to Global Capital Markets Investors could gain more choices as...
By Kevin Helms 10/1/2026, 2:30:38 AM
Upbit Operator Dunamu Unveils Strategic Plan For International Expansion
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Upbit Operator Dunamu Unveils Strategic Plan For International Expansion. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones & Context...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 2:30:00 AM
Donald Trump cuts health care funding, impacting Californians, per Xavier Becerra
The funding cuts may strain California's budget, influence public opinion on tax policies, and impact health coverage for millions. The post Donald Trump cuts health care funding, impacting Californians, per Xavier Becerra appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/1/2026, 2:29:38 AM
Orca’s legal chief says SEC exemption lets DeFi test its efficiency claims
The SEC's exemption could redefine DeFi's role in financial markets, influencing future regulatory frameworks and market dynamics by 2031. The post Orca’s legal chief says SEC exemption lets DeFi test its efficiency claims appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 2:11:04 AM
Florida judge orders Fundsz promoters to pay over $30 million in crypto fraud case
The ruling highlights the critical need for stringent oversight in crypto markets to protect investors and deter fraudulent schemes. The post Florida judge orders Fundsz promoters to pay over $30 million in crypto fraud case appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/1/2026, 2:08:41 AM
Hegseth taps Musk, Luckey and Gingrich to lead Pentagon warfare study
The involvement of tech leaders in Pentagon strategy may accelerate military innovation but raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest. The post Hegseth taps Musk, Luckey and Gingrich to lead Pentagon warfare study appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/1/2026, 2:04:25 AM
Kraken Completes Acquisition Of TradeStation Crypto Infrastructure Assets
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Kraken Completes Acquisition Of TradeStation Crypto Infrastructure Assets. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones & Context...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 2:00:00 AM
LeveX Launches Social Copy Trading: Copy Shared Futures Trades in One Tap
LeveX has launched Social Copy Trading, which turns futures trades shared on its social Feed into ready-to-place orders. When a trader posts a position to the Feed, other traders can copy it with a single Quick Copy Trade button, adjust it, and open the same trade on their own account in seconds. The feature went live on the LeveX web platform on...
By Sponsored Content 10/1/2026, 2:00:00 AM
Grayscale: XRP’s Near-6% Bitcoin Valuation Sets a Benchmark for Zcash
XRP is valued at nearly 6% of bitcoin’s market capitalization, a level Grayscale cites as context for how far rival digital currencies can grow. Zcash rose from under 0.1% to about 1.5% of bitcoin’s value in a year, and the firm says it has not hit a valuation ceiling. XRP, Zcash, and Litecoin Share Bitcoin’s […]
By Kevin Helms 10/1/2026, 1:30:53 AM
Ethereum ETFs Break 7-Day Inflow Streak While Spot Bitcoin Funds Retain Demand
In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Ethereum ETFs Break 7-Day Inflow Streak While Spot Bitcoin Funds Retain Demand. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and underscores key developments for market participants. Key Operational Milestones &...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/1/2026, 1:30:00 AM