Standard Chartered moves to bring crypto custody in-house as Wall Street’s digital asset infrastructure race accelerates
Custody integration would follow completion, while the software separation already outlined in May remains part of the transaction plan. 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 10/22/2026, 7:20:56 PM
Apple deepens push for conflict-free US titanium for foldable iPhone
Apple's sustainable sourcing strategy may boost investor confidence and influence market dynamics, reflecting a shift towards eco-friendly practices. The post Apple deepens push for conflict-free US titanium for foldable iPhone appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 7:17:51 PM
Anthropic donates Agent Skills standard to AAIF
Anthropic said it is donating Agent Skills, used by more than 70 platforms, to the Agentic AI Foundation under the Linux Foundation. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 7:14:38 PM
MoonPay And Dunamu Explore Stablecoin Payments And GIWA Expansion
MoonPay and Dunamu are exploring stablecoin payments, corporate treasury services and broader access to GIWA. Their announcement describes work to assess opportunities, with no commercial launch date disclosed.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 7:10:00 PM
Ethereum delays Glamsterdam Hoodi upgrade over EIP-8037 review
Ethereum postponed the Hoodi Glamsterdam testnet upgrade from Oct. 26 to review EIP-8037 interactions with mainnet smart contracts. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 7:07:38 PM
Venice’s DIEM token turns AI inference credits into something you can own
Venice's DIEM token model could reshape AI budgeting by integrating predictable costs into blockchain economies, despite market volatility risks. The post Venice’s DIEM token turns AI inference credits into something you can own appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/22/2026, 7:06:57 PM
DoubleZero builds a private fiber network for high-performance blockchains
DoubleZero's private fiber network could redefine blockchain infrastructure, making it essential for high-performance and low-latency applications. The post DoubleZero builds a private fiber network for high-performance blockchains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 7:04:52 PM
Canva releases Canva Craft, its first in-house image generation model
Canva's proprietary image model enhances control and integration, reducing reliance on competitors and potentially reshaping enterprise workflows. The post Canva releases Canva Craft, its first in-house image generation model appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 7:03:50 PM
California’s top 1% pay nearly half of state income taxes: Fortune
California's fiscal reliance on the wealthy may drive support for wealth tax policies, impacting future tax debates and economic stability. The post California’s top 1% pay nearly half of state income taxes: Fortune appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 7:02:13 PM
Zcash releases Zebra 7.0.0 as NU7 node upgrade deadline approaches
Zcash Foundation has released Zebra 7.0.0 with NU7 mainnet support, telling node operators to upgrade before block 3,543,405, expected around Nov. 5. Zcash Foundation said in its Oct. 22 announcement that mainnet operators must install the upgrade to remain on…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 7:00:01 PM
Ethereum Draft Targets Faster Finality and Future Quantum Defense
Ethereum researchers want to slash transaction finality from roughly 16 minutes to 4 minutes, potentially cutting the capital tied up in cross-chain transfers by 75%. Filed this week, the Decoupled Consensus proposal would separate validator responsibilities, strengthen defenses against blockchain reorganizations, and prepare Ethereum for future...
By Jamie Redman 10/22/2026, 6:55:41 PM
Nearly half of US data center bonds this year are junk-rated
The surge in junk-rated bonds for data centers highlights financial instability in AI infrastructure, potentially hindering future tech growth. The post Nearly half of US data center bonds this year are junk-rated appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 6:50:02 PM
TS Lombard models a $20 trillion wipeout if the AI boom cracks
A potential AI market downturn could strain credit markets, challenge debt-laden firms, and test the sustainability of AI-driven revenues. The post TS Lombard models a $20 trillion wipeout if the AI boom cracks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 6:49:19 PM
Microsoft’s AI diagnostic system outperforms doctors in complex cases
Microsoft's AI diagnostic system could revolutionize healthcare by enhancing diagnostic accuracy and efficiency, potentially reducing costs. The post Microsoft’s AI diagnostic system outperforms doctors in complex cases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 6:47:06 PM
XRP At $11? That’s Over $700 Billion Market Value..
Reaching that level by 2029 would require substantially stronger demand, while key support levels & supply remain critical factors. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 10/22/2026, 6:42:00 PM
Solana pitches Quantumglow to protect Alpenglow from quantum attacks
Solana has promoted Quantumglow, a proposed post-quantum adaptation of Alpenglow designed to protect consensus while preserving the network’s fast finality. Solana Developers described the proposal in an Oct. 22 video post, presenting it as a way to secure agreement between…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 6:41:16 PM
MemeCore (M) Flips Pepe (PEPE) After Pumping 25% in a Day: Details
M is now the fourth-biggest meme coin.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 10/22/2026, 6:40:25 PM
Starknet Moves Toward Leaving Ethereum as STRK Slides 41%
Starknet holders approved research into turning the network into an independent, post-quantum Layer 1. The vote was non-binding and does not commit Starknet to leaving Ethereum. Foundation-delegated STRK supplied most of the voting power. STRK has erased most of its October rally and trades inside a descending channel. Starknet’s non-binding...
By Alexander Stefanov 10/22/2026, 6:40:10 PM
Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi missile targeting Najran
The interception underscores persistent regional tensions, potentially leading to stricter airspace security measures and impacting aviation operations. The post Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi missile targeting Najran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 6:36:48 PM
China Moves to Confiscate $5 Billion in Bitcoin From Fraudster Who Fled to UK: Report
Bitcoin Magazine China Moves to Confiscate $5 Billion in Bitcoin From Fraudster Who Fled to UK: Report The alleged fraudster tried to run away with nearly 62,000 bitcoins. This post China Moves to Confiscate $5 Billion in Bitcoin From Fraudster Who Fled to UK: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 10/22/2026, 6:32:02 PM
A16z is the latest VC giant to widen bets beyond crypto and into AI and emerging tech
The venture investor behind early bets on Coinbase, Solana and Uniswap said is broadening its focus, joining other crypto investment firms looking beyond blockchain to artificial intelligence and tech themes.
By Krisztian Sandor 10/22/2026, 6:30:57 PM
BitGo Launches Labs Unit With AI-Powered Gokubu Consumer App
BitGo has launched a research and product unit focused initially on AI and crypto. Its first projects include Gokubu, a consumer financial app that BitGo says is already live.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 6:30:00 PM
TRON Settles $2.2T in Q3, Captures 73% of All Stablecoin Volume as First TRX ETF Launches: CoinDesk and Nansen
Geneva, Switzerland, October 22, 2026 — TRON reinforced its position as a leading blockchain network for stablecoin settlement in the third quarter of 2026, with trillions in transaction volume, record USDT supply, growing payment card adoption, and the debut of the first U.S. spot staked TRX exchange-traded fund (ETF), according to independent...
By BlockmanPR 10/22/2026, 6:27:35 PM
SharpLink taps Anchorage to put $400 million in ETH to work onchain
SharpLink's onchain ETH deployment via Anchorage highlights evolving corporate treasury strategies, balancing innovation with regulatory compliance. The post SharpLink taps Anchorage to put $400 million in ETH to work onchain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/22/2026, 6:27:15 PM
Fireblocks Denies Visa Deal Rumors After $2.5B Buyout Report
Visa reportedly entered late-stage discussions to acquire Fireblocks for approximately $2.5 billion, but the crypto infrastructure company quickly denied the claim. The rumored purchase price represents a nearly 69% discount from Fireblocks’ $8 billion valuation in 2022. The conflicting accounts arrive as major payment networks race to control the...
By Jamie Redman 10/22/2026, 6:20:24 PM
Ethereum options traders are paying up for volatility the market hasn’t delivered
The high variance risk premium suggests potential mispricing, impacting traders' strategies and market stability if volatility expectations shift. The post Ethereum options traders are paying up for volatility the market hasn’t delivered appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/22/2026, 6:16:18 PM
OpenAI patches monitoring gaps found by METR and Redwood red team
The findings highlight the challenges of achieving full AI oversight, potentially prompting stricter regulations and slower deployment of AI systems. The post OpenAI patches monitoring gaps found by METR and Redwood red team appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 6:16:14 PM
Data Minimisation at Crypto Casinos: 11 Platforms Ranked on Privacy Policy Clarity
Eleven crypto casinos ranked on privacy policy clarity, with what data minimisation means, how to read retention and sharing terms and which warning signs deserve a closer look.
By Crypto Daily 10/22/2026, 6:14:40 PM
NEAR adds cross margin to confidential perps powered by Hyperliquid
NEAR Protocol has rolled out cross-margin on its Hyperliquid-powered perpetuals platform, allowing trading positions to share a single perps balance while retaining what the project describes as confidential trading. NEAR Protocol announced the feature on Oct. 22, saying positions now…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/22/2026, 6:10:48 PM
OpenAI and ICBA team up to bring AI cybersecurity tools to community banks
This partnership enhances cybersecurity for community banks, potentially setting a precedent for broader AI adoption in critical infrastructure. The post OpenAI and ICBA team up to bring AI cybersecurity tools to community banks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 6:09:09 PM
Win, Place and Forecast: 7 Crypto Sportsbooks Ranked on Horse Racing Coverage
Seven crypto sportsbooks ranked on horse racing coverage, with racing bet types from win to first four, the rules behind non-runners and dead heats, and what each book publishes.
By Crypto Daily 10/22/2026, 6:09:04 PM
Meta’s new share class lets Zuckerberg cash out without giving up control
Zuckerberg's control over Meta remains unchallenged, enabling strategic fundraising for AI expansion without diluting his voting power. The post Meta’s new share class lets Zuckerberg cash out without giving up control appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/22/2026, 6:06:32 PM
Google DeepMind paper finds AI agent auctions reach 99.2% of ideal answer quality
AI agent auctions could revolutionize resource allocation, enhancing efficiency and decision-making in decentralized systems. The post Google DeepMind paper finds AI agent auctions reach 99.2% of ideal answer quality appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/22/2026, 6:05:51 PM
Live Casino With Crypto: How Stake Limits, Table Speed and Studios Differ
How live casino tables differ for crypto players: stake limits from standard to VIP rooms, how table speed changes the hourly cost and how studios such as Evolution and Pragmatic Play Live shape each game.
By Crypto Daily 10/22/2026, 6:04:38 PM
Bitcoin Core 32 can stall multisig signing on older nodes as fix slips to next patch
A reported PSBT v2 import failure affects mixed-version Core wallets, while an explicit RPC option still creates v0 files. 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 10/22/2026, 6:00:57 PM
Brazil hedging costs spike amid election runoff uncertainty
The spike in Brazil's hedging costs signals heightened market volatility and potential economic instability amid political uncertainty. The post Brazil hedging costs spike amid election runoff uncertainty appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 5:59:38 PM
Sui’s Elliott Wave Counts To $12, But $1.05 Must Break First
A multi-faceted bullish fractal emerges on Sui’s three-day price charts as the altcoin aims to clear this resistance. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 10/22/2026, 5:55:00 PM
Dogecoin Labs Brings MyDoge And DogeOS Together In Commercial Reset
Dogecoin Labs is bringing wallet, payment and application teams into one organization. House of Doge says it will contribute operations for an equity stake while retaining rights tied to investment products.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/22/2026, 5:50:00 PM
RedStone brings FIL/USD price feed to Filecoin mainnet
The integration of RedStone's FIL/USD price feed on Filecoin enhances network versatility, potentially spurring innovation in decentralized finance. The post RedStone brings FIL/USD price feed to Filecoin mainnet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 5:46:27 PM
Underdog partners with zerohash to enable crypto deposits for prediction markets
The integration of crypto deposits in prediction markets could accelerate digital asset adoption, enhancing liquidity and user engagement. The post Underdog partners with zerohash to enable crypto deposits for prediction markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/22/2026, 5:45:46 PM
Bitcoin Price Plunges Below $81K Despite $1 Billion in ETF Inflows
Bitcoin dropped below $82,000 to an intraday low of $80,836 during a late Wednesday sell-off, capping a nearly 4% daily loss and halting a recent two-week high rally. Long Positions Wiped Out Across Broader Crypto Market Bitcoin tumbled below $82,000 Wednesday, just hours after touching two-week highs during a market-wide rally. The retreat...
By Terence Zimwara 10/22/2026, 5:43:46 PM
Securitize CEO says public companies will want tokenized trading
Tokenized trading could revolutionize capital markets by enhancing liquidity, expanding investor access, and modernizing infrastructure. The post Securitize CEO says public companies will want tokenized trading appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/22/2026, 5:37:25 PM
Saudi Government-Owned Bank Reaffirms $2.9 Million Bitcoin Bet
Saudi Arabia-backed Gulf International Bank (UK) has disclosed a $3 million stake in Michael Saylor's Strategy, giving the bank indirect exposure to Bitcoin through the world's largest corporate holder of the cryptocurrency.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/22/2026, 5:35:16 PM
xAI unveils SpaceX Super Intelligence Partner Network for Grok
xAI introduced a partner network for companies building with Grok, citing more than 130 early-access participants and partner integrations. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 5:35:09 PM
Solana Mobile’s dApp Store passes 1,500 apps
Solana Mobile's dApp Store growth may disrupt traditional app ecosystems, boosting Solana's network utility and challenging Apple/Google dominance. The post Solana Mobile’s dApp Store passes 1,500 apps appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/22/2026, 5:30:41 PM
a16z renames crypto fund Frontier, expands mandate beyond crypto
Andreessen Horowitz says a16z Crypto is becoming a16z Frontier, widening its scope to frontier startups while continuing crypto investing. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 5:27:09 PM
Here’s why Bitcoin price could crash despite renewed ETF inflows
Even though BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has led other institutions in renewed Bitcoin (BTC) accumulation so far this week, … Continue reading The post Here’s why Bitcoin price could crash despite renewed ETF inflows appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 10/22/2026, 5:26:34 PM
1 Million & Counting: Trump Cracks Down On Overseas Crypto Scams
Americans have reported over 1 million crypto crimes online, a mouth-dropping 17% uptick since last year. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 10/22/2026, 5:25:00 PM
Underdog taps zerohash to bring crypto deposits to prediction markets
The new funding option, expected to launch later this year, will allow eligible Underdog users to deposit digital assets around the clock.
By Nate Kostar 10/22/2026, 5:24:49 PM
Harvey redesigns Review Table loading for larger legal document sets
Harvey said it rebuilt Review Table loading to page rows from the backend, improving responsiveness for larger legal document reviews. (Read More)
By N/A 10/22/2026, 5:20:09 PM