Zcash developers plan a fix to keep ZEC swaps private from future quantum computers
The team behind Zakura wants every swap through NEAR Intents to get its own key, so a refund address left on NEAR’s public chain can’t expose a user’s wider payment history.
By Shaurya Malwa 10/19/2026, 5:23:02 AM
South Korea to meet crypto exchanges amid calls for tax delay
Finance officials are reportedly set to meet major crypto exchanges on Tuesday, days after a lawmaker introduced legislation that could push the tax’s start date back two years.
By Felix Ng 10/19/2026, 5:14:06 AM
Qubic hack leaves $1.4 million in stolen tokens frozen
Qubic has halted its layer-1 blockchain after an attacker exploited a wallet security flaw to steal approximately 2.94 trillion QU tokens worth $1.4 million from more than 1,400 accounts. According to an Oct. 18 statement from the Qubic core team,…
By Rony Roy 10/19/2026, 5:06:18 AM
XRP Ledger is set to fix its lending code before anyone can use it
Validators have a bug-fix patch on course to go live Friday. The lending system it partly repairs is still 10 votes short of approval.
By Shaurya Malwa 10/19/2026, 4:54:31 AM
More Holders, Little Trading: The RWA Liquidity Problem Is Worse Than You Think
Let me ask you something straight. Does real-world asset trading on crypto exchanges feel like a genuine revolution, or does it feel like a warehouse full of boxes nobody opens? I think you know the answer. London's trading industry is coming home! The RWA sector has a serious liquidity problem, and saying it out loud shouldn't make anyone...
By Anndy Lian 10/19/2026, 4:43:27 AM
Ripple Price Analysis: What’s Next for XRP After Holding Key Support?
XRP has extended its decline into a key demand zone near $1.30, giving up more of September’s recovery. While nearby support could trigger a relief bounce, the persistent sequence of lower highs and lower lows keeps the immediate outlook bearish. XRP Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, XRP has fallen into the […]
By Shayan Markets 10/19/2026, 4:40:24 AM
Protests in France over living costs escalate to violence, spark security talks
The escalating unrest in France could reshape political landscapes and influence security policies across Europe, affecting future elections. The post Protests in France over living costs escalate to violence, spark security talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/19/2026, 4:31:53 AM
A Pan Am Plane Vanished Off Puerto Rico in 1952. It Took 74 Years to Find It 2,000 Feet Underwater
Search teams have located the wreckage of Pan American World Airways Flight 526A, the Douglas DC-4 Clipper Endeavor, nearly 2,000 feet underwater about five miles off Puerto Rico’s northern coast. The Air/Sea Heritage Foundation, working with Deep Sea Vision, found the aircraft on June 2, 2026 using high-resolution sonar, 74 years after the 1952...
By Guest Author 10/19/2026, 4:30:59 AM
Bitcoin, Korea’s Kospi and Nasdaq futures rally as China GDP beats estimates
Bitcoin, Nasdaq futures and Asian stocks rally as stronger-than-expected China GDP and falling oil prices lift risk appetite.
By Omkar Godbole 10/19/2026, 3:36:58 AM
OpenAI, Anthropic dominate AI sector with $1.8T combined valuation
The dominance of OpenAI and Anthropic could reshape market dynamics, potentially overshadowing many public companies and altering AI investment trends. The post OpenAI, Anthropic dominate AI sector with $1.8T combined valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/19/2026, 3:29:11 AM
Top 3 Price Predictions: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC rebounds to $82,500 as ETH and XRP hold support
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Ripple (XRP) show signs of recovery on Monday, following a turbulent week driven by sticky US inflation data and institutional outflows.
By N/A 10/19/2026, 3:18:24 AM
Saudi Arabia escalates military campaign in Yemen against Houthi forces
The escalation may alter regional power dynamics, affecting market perceptions and reducing the likelihood of Houthi territorial expansion. The post Saudi Arabia escalates military campaign in Yemen against Houthi forces appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/19/2026, 3:06:51 AM
Lagarde Advances Digital Euro to Defend EU Financial Autonomy
Lagarde reiterated that Europe is adamant about advancing the digital euro as an efficient digital cash equivalent for retail payments. She stressed that adopting the regulation for the establishment of the digital euro by the end of 2026 was “key” to making this possible. Lagarde Reiterates Digital Euro Push At IMF Meetings The European Central...
By Sergio Goschenko 10/19/2026, 2:30:48 AM
MSCI Rules Could Drop Strategy and Metaplanet From Its Indexes From Nov. 30
MSCI's adopted eligibility rules could push Strategy and Metaplanet out of its global indexes from Nov. 30, with a final list of affected companies due Nov. 11. [...]
By Evans Karanja 10/19/2026, 2:26:04 AM
Deutsche Bank targets Asia crypto custody expansion in 2027 as German launch nears
The service will initially support bitcoin, ether and the stablecoins USDC, EURC and EURAU, with the bank managing clients’ wallets and private keys.
By Francisco Rodrigues 10/19/2026, 2:00:00 AM
Egypt approves troop deployment in support of Saudi Arabia
Egypt's troop deployment may strengthen Saudi defenses, potentially deterring Houthi advances and impacting regional military dynamics. The post Egypt approves troop deployment in support of Saudi Arabia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/19/2026, 1:21:34 AM
World launches ID suite for banks, makes Zoom deepfake check generally available
The integration of World ID tools in banking and Zoom could enhance security and privacy, potentially reshaping digital identity verification. The post World launches ID suite for banks, makes Zoom deepfake check generally available appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/19/2026, 1:13:27 AM
Qubic freezes chain after attacker drains 1.4K wallets with weak seeds
Qubic says 87.1% of the stolen funds remain onchain and the rest were frozen at crypto exchange MEXC, as network validators prepare to vote on a recovery plan.
By Felix Ng 10/19/2026, 1:03:27 AM
Upbit weekly trading volume falls 15.5% to 8.35 trillion won as XRP leads activity
The decline in trading volume highlights potential liquidity challenges and shifts in trader focus, impacting market dynamics and asset prioritization. The post Upbit weekly trading volume falls 15.5% to 8.35 trillion won as XRP leads activity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/19/2026, 12:54:02 AM
BlackRock pushes deeper into tokenization with funds, portfolios and stablecoin reserves
BlackRock's tokenization efforts could revolutionize financial markets by enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accessibility globally. The post BlackRock pushes deeper into tokenization with funds, portfolios and stablecoin reserves appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/19/2026, 12:38:48 AM
South Korean stocks slide as DeepSeek model stokes memory chip demand fears
The emergence of efficient AI models could reshape memory chip pricing and market dynamics, challenging South Korean chipmakers' dominance. The post South Korean stocks slide as DeepSeek model stokes memory chip demand fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/19/2026, 12:33:56 AM
Wall Street Braces for Black Monday’s Return 39 Years Later
Thirty-nine years after Wall Street’s worst single-day percentage collapse, the calendar is playing a familiar trick. Oct. 19 falls on a Monday again, just as oil tops $100, artificial intelligence stocks buckle, and inflation rattles investors. Social media is sounding the Black Monday alarm, but the parallels with 1987 come with important...
By Jamie Redman 10/19/2026, 12:30:06 AM
Meta blames AI tool for mistakenly suspending No Kings Coalition Instagram account
AI-driven errors in social media moderation can disrupt crucial civic engagement efforts, highlighting the need for transparent oversight. The post Meta blames AI tool for mistakenly suspending No Kings Coalition Instagram account appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/19/2026, 12:18:11 AM
Near Protocol (NEAR), Hyperliquid (HYPE), Solana (SOL) and Bitcoin (BTC) Price Analysis for October 19: Can the Market Finally Stabilize?
The market's response to the Uptober is certainly disappointing with most assets struggling to beat September's highs.
By Arman Shirinyan 10/19/2026, 12:01:00 AM
SEC tokenized stock framework faces issuer pushback as Broadcom, Verizon object to OKX-ICE listing
Eight more companies objected to trading on the planned OKX-ICE venue, while Nasdaq has separately said it would opt out under the SEC’s framework.
By Krisztian Sandor 10/18/2026, 11:28:06 PM
Trump names Jay Clayton AI czar to lead new Super Intelligence Force
The establishment of the Super Intelligence Force could reshape AI policy, balancing innovation with regulation and impacting global AI leadership. The post Trump names Jay Clayton AI czar to lead new Super Intelligence Force appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/18/2026, 11:03:29 PM
Anthropic commits 5% of shares to fund addressing AI job disruption
Anthropic's share allocation to address AI job disruption may enhance corporate social responsibility and influence investor confidence. The post Anthropic commits 5% of shares to fund addressing AI job disruption appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/18/2026, 11:02:01 PM
Richard Heart caught ‘off-guard,’ QDay gets even closer: Hodler’s Digest
HEX founder Richard Heart detained in early morning raid in Istanbul, Starknet plunges almost 50% as it votes to become an L1, and Bitwise says all signs point to Crypto Spring.
By Andrew Fenton 10/18/2026, 10:58:17 PM
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says AI backlash comes down to who owns the companies
Broader retail access to AI investments could democratize profits, potentially easing public resistance and fostering wider acceptance of AI. The post Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says AI backlash comes down to who owns the companies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/18/2026, 10:41:42 PM
Bitcoin’s MVRV drops below 30th percentile after $87K rejection
Bitcoin's MVRV drop suggests a potential accumulation phase, but cooling ETF demand and long-term holder distribution may hinder recovery. The post Bitcoin’s MVRV drops below 30th percentile after $87K rejection appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/18/2026, 10:35:29 PM
Why RWA Tokenization and Onchain Credit Could Boost XRP Demand
Despite XRP’s sharp decline from its mid-2025 peak, institutional adoption and developer activity on the XRP Ledger remain resilient. Odelia Torteman, head of digital assets at XRPL Commons, argues that expanding enterprise use, real-world asset tokenization and upcoming lending features could generate sustainable demand for XRP. Protocol...
By Terence Zimwara 10/18/2026, 10:30:38 PM
Several explosions in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah, flights suspended at Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz Airport – SNN
The explosions in Jeddah exacerbate regional tensions, impacting aviation safety and potentially destabilizing broader geopolitical dynamics. The post Several explosions in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah, flights suspended at Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz Airport – SNN appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/18/2026, 10:19:53 PM
Crypto Ends Three-Quarter Losing Streak With 39% Q3 Gain: Report
August accounted for more than half of the quarter's market-cap recovery, following a US Treasury announcement and continued BTC ETF inflows.
By Wayne Jones 10/18/2026, 10:17:29 PM
Morgan Stanley sees hyperscaler cash burn nearing $600 billion in 2027
The projected cash burn highlights potential financial strain on hyperscalers, influencing debt markets and AI infrastructure investments. The post Morgan Stanley sees hyperscaler cash burn nearing $600 billion in 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/18/2026, 9:56:33 PM
Nscale meets investor resistance over its IPO valuation target
Investor resistance to Nscale's IPO valuation highlights broader market skepticism towards high valuations in the cooling AI sector. The post Nscale meets investor resistance over its IPO valuation target appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/18/2026, 9:38:51 PM
Bitcoin mid-term holders slash exchange transfers to 4.4% from 40.4% in June
Reduced exchange transfers by mid-term Bitcoin holders may stabilize market volatility but highlight a lack of fresh buying demand. The post Bitcoin mid-term holders slash exchange transfers to 4.4% from 40.4% in June appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/18/2026, 9:34:15 PM
New whales now account for 1/3 of Bitcoin’s whale realized cap as on-chain indicators point BTC’s target at $89,000
New Bitcoin whales now control one-third (33%) of the BTC realized market capitalization held by whales, according to new data findings.
By Erie Maxwell 10/18/2026, 9:22:57 PM
Cardano Eyes Insanely Bullish Cup-And-Handle Breakout As Hoskinson Teases New Programming Language For ADA
Cardano (ADA) could be gearing up for an explosive comeback as a potentially bullish cup-and-handle pattern takes shape on its price chart.
By Brenda Ngari 10/18/2026, 9:15:20 PM
USDC Dominates AI Agent Payments As Circulating Supply Stays Above MiCA’s €5B Threshold For 12 Months
The stablecoin market is quietly evolving, as a new report indicates that Circle’s USDC leads on key metrics, underscoring its growing popularity.
By Erie Maxwell 10/18/2026, 9:08:15 PM
Charles Schwab CEO Rick Wurster is skeptical of AI agents trading stocks
Skepticism towards AI in trading highlights the need for human oversight, emphasizing liability concerns and cautious tech integration in finance. The post Charles Schwab CEO Rick Wurster is skeptical of AI agents trading stocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/18/2026, 8:37:07 PM
US data center projects face significant delays, only 35% deemed credible: Bernstein
Delays in US data center projects could hinder AI infrastructure growth, prompting potential moratoriums and impacting market dynamics. The post US data center projects face significant delays, only 35% deemed credible: Bernstein appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/18/2026, 8:33:50 PM
Private investors pile into AI startups Etched, Unconventional AI and Legora
Private investment in AI startups signals a shift towards specialized solutions, potentially reshaping industry standards and market dynamics. The post Private investors pile into AI startups Etched, Unconventional AI and Legora appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/18/2026, 8:33:43 PM
This Week in Crypto Law (October 18, 2026)
Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. The opinion editorial below was written by Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. This Week in Crypto Law This week’s developments show courts and regulators addressing crypto through several distinct […]
By Guest Author 10/18/2026, 8:30:35 PM
Elon Musk says share it directly after Anthropic pledges 5% stake to public benefit fund
Anthropic's equity pledge could reshape corporate philanthropy, sparking debates on direct public ownership versus structured fund allocations. The post Elon Musk says share it directly after Anthropic pledges 5% stake to public benefit fund appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/18/2026, 8:30:05 PM
Cardano Stablecoin Market Tops $70 Million As USDC Dominates Supply
TL;DR: Stablecoins issued or circulating on Cardano reached roughly $70.2 million in DefiLlama’s October 18 snapshot, up about 31% over 30 days. USDC represents nearly two-thirds of that total. Cardano’s stablecoin market has crossed another small but notable threshold. DefiLlama’s October 18 figures put the network’s dollar-pegged token supply at...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/18/2026, 8:30:00 PM
US Is Importing Bitcoin and Exporting Digital Dollars: What Does it Mean?
How is the US importing BTC while exporting digital dollars and what does it mean for the crypto industry? Chainalysis breaks it down.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/18/2026, 8:03:30 PM
Solana’s Tokenized Asset Market Grows More Than Sixfold In A Year
TL;DR: Research attributed to Castle Labs puts Solana’s real-world asset market at about $4.3 billion, versus $700 million a year earlier. Ethereum remains substantially larger, but the gap has narrowed sharply. Solana’s next growth story may have less to do with meme coins and more to do with assets that already exist in the traditional financial...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/18/2026, 8:00:00 PM
Crypto.com and Novig sue Missouri to block sports wagering laws
The lawsuits could redefine regulatory boundaries between state gambling laws and federal oversight of financial derivatives in the U.S. The post Crypto.com and Novig sue Missouri to block sports wagering laws appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/18/2026, 7:53:58 PM
CFTC proposes federal oversight framework for US crypto exchanges
The CFTC's proposal could enhance regulatory clarity and consumer protection, potentially influencing crypto market dynamics and Bitcoin prices. The post CFTC proposes federal oversight framework for US crypto exchanges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/18/2026, 7:49:27 PM
Saudi helicopter downed near Yemen, two pilots killed in renewed conflict
The incident may prompt Saudi airspace restrictions, heightening regional tensions and impacting military strategies and territorial control dynamics. The post Saudi helicopter downed near Yemen, two pilots killed in renewed conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/18/2026, 7:32:49 PM