CFTC Chairman Selig endorses mass tokenization to transform markets
Mass tokenization could revolutionize financial markets, enhancing efficiency and adaptability, but hinges on evolving regulatory frameworks. The post CFTC Chairman Selig endorses mass tokenization to transform markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/7/2026, 3:27:17 PM
Hong Kong to regulate bitcoin and digital assets with new legislation this year
Hong Kong's regulatory move may bolster investor trust and align with global trends, potentially driving increased bitcoin adoption and market stability. The post Hong Kong to regulate bitcoin and digital assets with new legislation this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/7/2026, 3:27:13 PM
Gate launches Gate Money, an all-in-one finance app for mainstream users
Gate Money's integration of diverse financial services could disrupt traditional banking, challenging competitors to innovate or risk obsolescence. The post Gate launches Gate Money, an all-in-one finance app for mainstream users appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/7/2026, 3:19:04 PM
5% of People Own BTC… But 8% of Countries Already Have a Plan to Buy It
In a striking shift in Bitcoin's global acceptance, nation-states are embracing it faster than individuals, on-chain analyst Willy Woo pointed out in a recent tweet.
By Talha Arshad 10/7/2026, 3:17:03 PM
Gate bets all-in-one money app is crypto’s biggest consumer trend this year and next
Gate rebrands around Gate Money, which combines accounts, asset conversion, savings and card payments as the exchange broadens beyond its trading base.
By Olivier Acuna 10/7/2026, 3:13:15 PM
Raydium rallies over 20% in a week, will RAY price break above $2.60?
Raydium price has extended its October rally as strong protocol activity and renewed buying pushed RAY through a series of resistance levels, while technical indicators suggest bulls remain in control despite growing short-term overheating risks. Raydium (RAY) price traded near…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/7/2026, 3:09:10 PM
Metaplanet Sold 10,000 BTC In Q3, Then Bought 11,000 BTC Back: Inside Its High-Stakes Liquidity Demonstration
The Japanese-listed company sold a staggering 10,000 BTC in the third quarter, then scooped up 11,000 BTC later.
By Brenda Ngari 10/7/2026, 3:08:06 PM
Bitcoin price drops to $82.7K October low as bond sell-off resumes on Iran nerves
Bitcoin fell below $83,000 to reach month-to-date lows as stocks reversed after all-time highs and bond yields spiked higher.
By William Suberg 10/7/2026, 3:06:14 PM
Bitcoin Beats Equities, Real Estate Among Wealthy Investors: Survey
Another survey of investors with deep pockets signals strong interest in digital assets, especially bitcoin, as these assets were the most common pick for the best long-term performer among wealthy respondents in the U.S., U.K., France and Germany—ahead of equities and real estate. However, bitcoin still needs to compete for space in digital asset...
By Linas Kmieliauskas 10/7/2026, 3:05:29 PM
Crypto Long & Short: Zcash and the case for privacy in the age of AI
AI has made it cheap to link wallet addresses to the people behind them, and the permanence of the blockchain means records don’t age out. Michael Zhao of Grayscale Research explains how Zcash’s shielded transactions address this problem, and why close to 29% of all ZEC ever mined now sits in the shielded pool.
By Helene Braun 10/7/2026, 3:03:54 PM
XRP’s Liquidity Anomaly Hits Bulls Hard: Levels To Watch
The excessive liquidation imbalance has raised the eyebrows even among the most-seasoned crypto market observers. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 10/7/2026, 3:00:00 PM
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Eyes Japan Payment Use as Binance Pay Reaches Millions
Shiba Inu (SHIB) could see its payment push gain momentum in Japan after Binance Pay started connecting crypto users with PayPay merchants across the country.
By Newton Gitonga 10/7/2026, 2:59:15 PM
Enso opens xStocks access to Arbitrum’s growing onchain ecosystem
Enso's integration with Arbitrum could accelerate the adoption of tokenized equities, enhancing liquidity and simplifying access for developers. The post Enso opens xStocks access to Arbitrum’s growing onchain ecosystem appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/7/2026, 2:54:34 PM
Cardano Turns Up the Heat as CIP-113 Targets Institutional Adoption
Cardano (ADA) is moving deeper into institutional infrastructure after CIP-113 was merged into the main Cardano Improvement Proposal repository.
By Newton Gitonga 10/7/2026, 2:53:47 PM
Satoshi-Era BTC From 2011 Finally Moves, Delivering 582,198% Gain
The long-dormant BTC saw a remarkable realized gain of about 582,198%.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 10/7/2026, 2:50:17 PM
Paxos Crypto Brokerage adds XRP trading and custody for institutional partners
Paxos' XRP integration for institutions may enhance crypto market liquidity, stability, and acceptance, bridging traditional finance and digital assets. The post Paxos Crypto Brokerage adds XRP trading and custody for institutional partners appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/7/2026, 2:49:58 PM
Sam Altman delays OpenAI IPO to 2027, citing AI safety risks
OpenAI's IPO delay highlights the urgent need for robust AI safety measures, influencing regulatory frameworks and investor strategies globally. The post Sam Altman delays OpenAI IPO to 2027, citing AI safety risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 2:46:47 PM
Ethereum price plunges toward $2,500: Could this support trigger a $3,000 comeback?
Ethereum price has fallen below $2,600 as escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz triggered a wider crypto sell-off and pushed ETH toward a key technical support zone. Ethereum (ETH) price traded around $2,565 at press time on Oct. 7,…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/7/2026, 2:46:28 PM
Arthur Hayes: AI Is Overbuilt, and Bitcoin Could Benefit From It
Hayes leaves room for an AI bull case, arguing stronger demand within a year could make AI infrastructure companies more profitable overall.
By Wayne Jones 10/7/2026, 2:35:54 PM
Uniswap Opens a New Route Between Global Stocks and DeFi
Uniswap adds Stove's U.S. and Korean equity tokens, bringing traditional market constraints into always-on DeFi trading.
By Alexander Zdravkov 10/7/2026, 2:35:53 PM
HIVE plans 400 MW hydro-powered campus in Paraguay with Phase 3 expansion
HIVE's expansion in Paraguay could significantly boost its global mining capacity, but reliance on a single energy source poses strategic risks. The post HIVE plans 400 MW hydro-powered campus in Paraguay with Phase 3 expansion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/7/2026, 2:35:04 PM
OpenAI’s Alexander Embiricos to discuss Dots at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
OpenAI's proactive engagement at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 highlights the strategic importance of AI agents in shaping future tech ecosystems. The post OpenAI’s Alexander Embiricos to discuss Dots at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 2:34:51 PM
California Resident Pleads Guilty to Laundering $597,000 From Government Impersonation Scam
Federal prosecutors have secured a guilty plea from a Chinese national accused of laundering proceeds taken from victims through a government impersonation scam. Binghui Liu, 33, a citizen of China formerly residing in San Jose while his asylum application was pending, pleaded guilty on October 5th, 2026, to one count of conspiracy to commit money...
By Daily Hodl Agent 10/7/2026, 2:30:33 PM
US Lawmaker Pushes Ban on Candidates Betting on Their Own Elections
U.S. Rep. Don Davis has introduced the No Betting on Your Own Race Act, which would prohibit federal candidates from trading prediction market contracts tied to their own elections. Davis Seeks Ban on Candidates Betting on Their Own Elections U.S. Representative Don Davis, D-N.C., has introduced legislation in the House of Representatives to...
By Terence Zimwara 10/7/2026, 2:30:19 PM
Robinhood adds $25 million of Bitcoin to its own balance sheet
Robinhood is adding $25 million of Bitcoin to its balance sheet after executives previously debated whether corporate crypto holdings would benefit shareholders. Johann Kerbrat, Robinhood’s senior vice president and general manager of crypto and international, announced the allocation Wednesday, saying the brokerage views Bitcoin as a strategic...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/7/2026, 2:30:11 PM
Tether tapped by Kazakhstan’s central bank to explore stablecoin and tokenization
The National Bank of Kazakhstan said it will study a local currency-linked stablecoin and tokenized real-world assets with Tether.
By Krisztian Sandor 10/7/2026, 2:27:37 PM
Litecoin Hits 15-Year Milestone: Grayscale's Pandl Backs 'OG Altcoin' Amid Push for NYSE Listing
As Litecoin marks 15 years since its genesis block, Grayscale’s research head Zach Pandl backs the 'OG altcoin' amid a high-stakes NYSE ETF push.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 10/7/2026, 2:23:30 PM
Trust Wallet integrates MoonPay so US users can buy crypto without leaving the app
The integration enhances user convenience and self-custody appeal but raises concerns about dependency on a single provider's stability and terms. The post Trust Wallet integrates MoonPay so US users can buy crypto without leaving the app appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/7/2026, 2:22:55 PM
Centrifuge’s deSPXA now accepted as collateral on Hyperdrive
The acceptance of deSPXA as collateral on Hyperdrive could accelerate the integration of tokenized equities into mainstream financial systems. The post Centrifuge’s deSPXA now accepted as collateral on Hyperdrive appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/7/2026, 2:19:40 PM
Chip Ganassi Racing partners with OpenAI to optimize IndyCar setups
The partnership signifies a transformative shift in motorsports, leveraging AI to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. The post Chip Ganassi Racing partners with OpenAI to optimize IndyCar setups appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 2:19:18 PM
Lido brings ETH staking to US clients of BitGo Bank & Trust
The integration could accelerate institutional adoption of ETH staking in the US, enhancing market competition and Lido's market dominance. The post Lido brings ETH staking to US clients of BitGo Bank & Trust appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/7/2026, 2:18:24 PM
Plume Network launches nFBND vault tied to Fidelity’s Total Bond ETF
Plume's nFBND vault could revolutionize fixed-income markets by bridging traditional finance and blockchain, enhancing asset liquidity. The post Plume Network launches nFBND vault tied to Fidelity’s Total Bond ETF appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/7/2026, 2:13:20 PM
XRP Ledger Users Cautioned: 'Never Share Your Private Keys'
XRP community warned as one private key mistake could put funds at risk.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 10/7/2026, 2:10:29 PM
Biohub, Google DeepMind and Meta back $1.8 billion AI biology push
The $300M investment in virtual biology could revolutionize drug development, potentially reducing timelines from decades to just five years. The post Biohub, Google DeepMind and Meta back $1.8 billion AI biology push appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 2:06:40 PM
Google opens its SynthID detector to everyone, adds partner watermarks
The open access to SynthID enhances transparency and accountability in AI-generated content, fostering trust and ethical media practices. The post Google opens its SynthID detector to everyone, adds partner watermarks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 2:05:33 PM
Bitcoin Falls Below $83K—Could a $75K Be Next?
Bitcoin led a $121 billion crypto sell-off as Glassnode flags weak demand and liquidation zones near $75K. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 10/7/2026, 2:04:54 PM
Orca DAO proposes acquisition and treasury overhaul as ORCA token surges 84%
Orca DAO's proposal could centralize power, impacting community influence and staking rewards, while betting on strategic growth and acquisitions. The post Orca DAO proposes acquisition and treasury overhaul as ORCA token surges 84% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/7/2026, 2:03:06 PM
Tab exits stealth at a $300 million valuation with an AI agent that lives in your texts
Tab's high valuation highlights investor confidence in AI's potential to seamlessly integrate into daily communication, transforming task management. The post Tab exits stealth at a $300 million valuation with an AI agent that lives in your texts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 1:48:37 PM
Vest raises $13M to build a prop trading firm that profits when its traders do
Vest's model could reshape prop trading by aligning firm success with trader success, potentially increasing trust and participation in the market. The post Vest raises $13M to build a prop trading firm that profits when its traders do appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/7/2026, 1:45:44 PM
Solana x402 Lets AI Agents Batch USDC Payments, Slashing Fees
Solana has rolled out batch payments for the x402 standard with PayAI Network and BlockRunAI, allowing AI agents to make many USDC payments before settling them in a single onchain transaction. BlockrunAI Saves $20K a Month Using Solana x402 Payments Solana is trying to solve a payments problem humans rarely encounter, but artificial intelligence...
By Emmanuel Musa 10/7/2026, 1:45:11 PM
Europol warns crypto wallets face quantum threats
Europol warns quantum threats could expose crypto wallets and stored encrypted data, urging early moves toward post-quantum security.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/7/2026, 1:42:04 PM
Chainlink logs 40 new integrations across 24 users in September
Chainlink's diverse integrations signal growing institutional interest in blockchain, potentially accelerating traditional finance's blockchain adoption. The post Chainlink logs 40 new integrations across 24 users in September appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/7/2026, 1:39:31 PM
PLTR Price Prediction: Stalling at $196 Resistance — Bull Case Intact, But a Flush to $187 Is the More Likely Next Move
Palantir sits at $191.69, pinned just below a critical $194–$196 resistance band with momentum exhausted and institutional positioning tilting short. The base case is a near-term pullback to $187–$... (Read More)
By N/A 10/7/2026, 1:36:22 PM
Top 10 Metaverse Crypto Coins for October 2026
Metaverse coins are becoming an important part of the economies built around virtual worlds, giving users a way to participate in and exchange value across digital environments. These blockchain-based assets can be used for payments, digital ownership, governance, and access to experiences within virtual platforms. As these ecosystems develop,...
By N/A 10/7/2026, 1:31:17 PM
Polymarket’s upgrade won’t automatically move existing bets to new contracts
App users follow approval prompts, while integrations must keep CTF support and add V2 identifiers and permissions. The post Polymarket’s upgrade won’t automatically move existing bets to new contracts appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/7/2026, 1:30:51 PM
HOOD Price Prediction: Bears Testing the Floor — But a 42% Gap to Wall Street Targets Doesn't Just Evaporate
HOOD has cratered 4.34% in a single session to $109.83, pinned against its Bollinger lower band, while B of A Securities just raised its target to $156 and two other major banks maintain Buy or Ove... (Read More)
By N/A 10/7/2026, 1:28:22 PM
Russia Admits Sber and VTB to Digital Depository Register and Adds Crypto Exchanges
Bank of Russia registers Sber, VTB and three firms as digital depositories, while VTB joins a crypto-exchange register ahead of planned launches.
By Ethan Caldwell 10/7/2026, 1:21:07 PM
Circle brings USDC and EURC payments to SAP
Circle and Tereina are bringing USDC and EURC into SAP Pay, giving eligible businesses stablecoin payments inside existing workflows.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/7/2026, 1:21:01 PM
Quantum computers threaten exposed private keys rather than blockchains, Europol warns
EU law enforcement agencies urged developers, exchanges, and users to initiate phased post-quantum migrations immediately to prevent future unauthorized fund transfers.
By Olivier Acuna 10/7/2026, 1:20:54 PM
Ripple Lands $35 Billion Hedge Fund As Enterprise Client
A long-term institutional relationship just developed between a multi-billion fund manager and Ripple. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 10/7/2026, 1:20:00 PM