Freighter rebrands as Varial, adds Discover directory

Stellar (XLM)’s Freighter wallet has rebranded as Varial and added a Discover app directory, plus swaps, price charts, NFT tools and security checks. (Read More)

By N/A 10/29/2026, 3:21:59 PM

ICE to launch US-regulated crypto and stock perpetuals with TradeXYZ, Hyperliquid

ICE's move may boost institutional confidence in crypto, potentially increasing market liquidity and influencing Bitcoin's future valuation. The post ICE to launch US-regulated crypto and stock perpetuals with TradeXYZ, Hyperliquid appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/29/2026, 3:14:55 PM

BNB Hack names winners in tokenized stocks edition

BNB Chain and Binance Web3 Wallet named five winning projects in BNB Hack’s tokenized stocks edition, sharing a $20,000 prize pool. (Read More)

By N/A 10/29/2026, 3:12:59 PM

French Senate approves bill for automatic crypto tax data sharing

The bill's passage could tighten global crypto oversight, influencing market sentiment and investor confidence in cryptocurrency investments. The post French Senate approves bill for automatic crypto tax data sharing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/29/2026, 3:12:30 PM

Eightco Holdings sells part of OpenAI stake at 40% gain to fund buybacks

Eightco's strategic reinvestment in buybacks could enhance shareholder value, reflecting confidence in its undervalued stock and AI sector growth. The post Eightco Holdings sells part of OpenAI stake at 40% gain to fund buybacks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By John Chen 10/29/2026, 3:11:32 PM

&Truth reportedly raises $70M to automate formal software verification

The automation of formal software verification could revolutionize industries by reducing compliance costs and enhancing software reliability. The post &Truth reportedly raises $70M to automate formal software verification appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/29/2026, 3:11:03 PM

Bitcoin developers rush to fix 3 security flaws after AI uncovers them

The October 28 advisory identifies four patched releases, but 29.x is now at end of life. 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 10/29/2026, 3:10:59 PM

Air France extends Riyadh, Dubai flight suspensions amid security concerns

Air France's extended suspensions highlight persistent regional instability, potentially affecting travel, market perceptions, and airspace policies. The post Air France extends Riyadh, Dubai flight suspensions amid security concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/29/2026, 3:10:15 PM

California billionaire tax proposal faces fierce opposition ahead of 2026 ballot

The proposal's outcome could reshape California's fiscal landscape, influencing future tax policies and the political power of wealthy individuals. The post California billionaire tax proposal faces fierce opposition ahead of 2026 ballot appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/29/2026, 3:07:59 PM

PLTR Price Prediction: $200 Ceiling Holds as Analysts Target $231–$262 and Binance Futures OI Surges 7.4%

Palantir's Binance-listed tokenized stock contract is trading fractionally lower at $198.15 on October 29, stalling just below a key $200.63 resistance level, while four equity analysts have raised... (Read More)

By N/A 10/29/2026, 3:05:59 PM

Mintive raises $7M seed led by Cowboy Ventures to help companies manage AI agents

Mintive's funding highlights the growing need for robust AI governance, ensuring secure and efficient integration of AI agents in enterprises. The post Mintive raises $7M seed led by Cowboy Ventures to help companies manage AI agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/29/2026, 3:05:38 PM

Russia Approves Securities Group to Oversee Crypto Exchanges

Bitcoin Magazine Russia Approves Securities Group to Oversee Crypto Exchanges The Bank of Russia approved NAUFOR as the country’s first self-regulatory organization for crypto exchanges and digital depositories. This post Russia Approves Securities Group to Oversee Crypto Exchanges first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah...

By Micah Zimmerman 10/29/2026, 3:03:46 PM

OpenAI’s GPT-6.1 Terra (Max) lands at #8 in Agent Arena with a 10.6% net improvement

GPT-6.1 Terra's performance highlights the growing efficiency and cost-effectiveness of AI in complex agentic tasks, impacting AI deployment strategies. The post OpenAI’s GPT-6.1 Terra (Max) lands at #8 in Agent Arena with a 10.6% net improvement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/29/2026, 3:03:43 PM

HTX settles FCA case with UK crypto promotion restrictions to 2031

HTX has settled its UK financial promotions case with the Financial Conduct Authority, giving court undertakings lasting until Oct. 21, 2031, as the regulator confirms the exchange has stopped accepting UK deposits and new registrations. The Financial Conduct Authority said…

By Lawrence Mondal 10/29/2026, 3:00:27 PM

French Senate adopts bill for automatic sharing of crypto tax data

The French Senate adopted a bill authorizing the automatic exchange of crypto-asset tax information between international tax authorities, pending completion of the legislative process.

By Zoltan Vardai 10/29/2026, 3:00:02 PM

Ripple USD Reaches Coinbase as RLUSD Expands Across Three Blockchains

Coinbase confirmed on October 28 that Ripple USD, or RLUSD, is available to eligible users on Coinbase Prime, Coinbase Exchange and the consumer.

By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/29/2026, 3:00:00 PM

DTCC Tokenization Service Goes Live: $114 Trillion Clearing Giant Enters Blockchain

DTCC’s new tokenization platform goes live with 20 major banks including JPMorgan, Citi, and Fidelity. Continue reading at DailyCoin.

By DailyCoin Team 10/29/2026, 3:00:00 PM

HOOD Price Prediction: Five of Six Analysts Trim Targets as October Activity Fades Below Q3 Levels

Five of the six sell-side analysts covering Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ: HOOD) reduced their price targets on October 28, 2026, with all six preserving constructive ratings; the Binance-listed tokeni... (Read More)

By N/A 10/29/2026, 2:57:59 PM

Bitcoin Rides Out Fed Hawks, 3.6% Inflation and AI Capex Fears

The Fed paused its tightening, but two policymakers voted for another hike. US inflation picked up in September while growth and hiring stayed strong. Investors punished heavy AI spending at Alphabet but rewarded Microsoft’s restraint. Fidelity data shows Bitcoin holders have moved back into meaningful profit. Bitcoin climbed back above $80,000 on...

By Alexander Stefanov 10/29/2026, 2:57:37 PM

WSOT 2026 Is Live: Registration Opens for Bybit's World Series of Trading, With a Prize Pool of Up to 10 Million USDT Across Crypto, Stocks, and AI

WSOT 2026 Is Live: Registration Opens for Bybit's World Series of Trading, With a Prize Pool of Up to 10 Million USDT Across Crypto, Stocks,...

By Chainwire 10/29/2026, 2:57:10 PM

Ondo Intelligent Portfolios Lineup Expands to Solana

Ondo Intelligent Portfolios Lineup Expands to Solana

By Chainwire 10/29/2026, 2:56:40 PM

Suspected Axis Robotics insiders sold 42M AXIS tokens, ZachXBT says, as price falls 40%

The incident highlights the vulnerabilities in token lock-up agreements and raises concerns about insider trading and market manipulation risks. The post Suspected Axis Robotics insiders sold 42M AXIS tokens, ZachXBT says, as price falls 40% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Vivian Nguyen 10/29/2026, 2:56:36 PM

Polymarket brings ultra-short crypto prediction markets to U.S. platform

Polymarket’s new Up/Down crypto contracts come as the CFTC renews scrutiny of the prediction market’s compliance with its 2022 U.S. onboarding terms.

By Olivier Acuna 10/29/2026, 2:55:47 PM

Oracle targets 10GW of AI compute by FY28 as its backlog hits $664 billion

Oracle's ambitious AI compute expansion could redefine its market position, but success hinges on timely infrastructure delivery and execution. The post Oracle targets 10GW of AI compute by FY28 as its backlog hits $664 billion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/29/2026, 2:51:30 PM

Canton Strategic Holdings plans tokenized shares with same rights as Nasdaq stock

Tokenized shares could revolutionize equity markets by enhancing investor access, transparency, and trading efficiency under new SEC frameworks. The post Canton Strategic Holdings plans tokenized shares with same rights as Nasdaq stock appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Vivian Nguyen 10/29/2026, 2:51:06 PM

COIN Price Prediction: Price Trades Below Every Key Moving Average as JPMorgan Lifts Target to $189

Coinbase Tokenized Stock (COIN) on Binance Futures is trading at $158.20, down 1.06% over the past 24 hours and below its SMA 7, SMA 20, SMA 50, and SMA 200, while JPMorgan analyst Kenneth Worthing... (Read More)

By N/A 10/29/2026, 2:50:59 PM

Musk explores SpaceX-Tesla merger as ticker “X” becomes available

A SpaceX-Tesla merger could reshape the tech landscape, influencing market dynamics and Musk's strategic branding initiatives. The post Musk explores SpaceX-Tesla merger as ticker “X” becomes available appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/29/2026, 2:43:54 PM

BABA Price Prediction: Oversold RSI Collides With a Bearish Moving Average Stack as Alibaba's Contract Tests Critical Ground

Alibaba's tokenized stock contract on Binance Futures fell 2.06% to $99.03 on October 29, trading below every tracked moving average while a 14-period RSI of 29.36 and a MACD histogram compressed t... (Read More)

By N/A 10/29/2026, 2:41:59 PM

Kalshi Hits $40 Billion Valuation After Another $1 Billion Raise

Prediction-market operator Kalshi has secured another $1 billion in funding, lifting its valuation to $40 billion, nearly 82% above its $22 billion valuation in May. The Sequoia Capital and Wellington Management-led investment marks the company’s second billion-dollar capital raise in roughly five months. Now, Kalshi is preparing to challenge...

By Jamie Redman 10/29/2026, 2:41:54 PM

Breakout adds gold trading and cuts fees on RWA trades

Breakout's expanded offerings and reduced fees could intensify competition in the trading sector, attracting more traders and increasing market volatility. The post Breakout adds gold trading and cuts fees on RWA trades appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By John Chen 10/29/2026, 2:40:44 PM

Trump endorses Alvarado in Kentucky’s 6th District House race

Trump's endorsement may energize Republican voters, potentially impacting voter turnout and altering the dynamics of a competitive race. The post Trump endorses Alvarado in Kentucky’s 6th District House race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/29/2026, 2:40:16 PM

Replika founder’s Wabi raises $55M at $1.25B valuation as it pivots to AI agents

Wabi's pivot to AI agents and significant funding highlight the growing investor confidence in collaborative AI technologies and their potential impact. The post Replika founder’s Wabi raises $55M at $1.25B valuation as it pivots to AI agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/29/2026, 2:39:01 PM

Crypto for Advisors: Only 1 in 5 Americans say the financial system is secure

By Jennifer Rosenthal 10/29/2026, 2:39:01 PM

U.S. Treasury Sanctions Crypto Launderers Behind North Korea’s Fake Workers

Bitcoin Magazine U.S. Treasury Sanctions Crypto Launderers Behind North Korea’s Fake Workers The U.S. Treasury sanctioned ten people and one entity, including two Russian crypto middlemen, for laundering money from North Korean fake IT worker schemes that fund its weapons programs. This post U.S. Treasury Sanctions Crypto Launderers Behind North...

By Micah Zimmerman 10/29/2026, 2:37:46 PM

Trump endorses Aaron Flint in Montana’s 1st Congressional District race

Trump's endorsement could shift momentum in Montana's tight race, potentially boosting Republican prospects and influencing voter turnout. The post Trump endorses Aaron Flint in Montana’s 1st Congressional District race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/29/2026, 2:37:46 PM

Trump endorses Rhett Marques in Alabama’s 2nd District race

Trump's endorsement may sway Republican voter turnout, potentially altering the balance of power in Alabama's closely contested district. The post Trump endorses Rhett Marques in Alabama’s 2nd District race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/29/2026, 2:36:02 PM

Sam Altman says OpenAI aims to use robots to build its data centers

OpenAI's robotics initiative could revolutionize data center construction, but achieving self-replication and practical deployment remains uncertain. The post Sam Altman says OpenAI aims to use robots to build its data centers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Diego Almada Lopez 10/29/2026, 2:35:28 PM

NFLX Price Prediction: Analyst Downgrades and Target Cuts Pile Into a Technically Broken Chart

Three sell-side actions on October 22, 2026 — including a Wolfe Research downgrade and price target reductions from both Argus and Pivotal Research — are the clearest fundamental signal shaping the... (Read More)

By N/A 10/29/2026, 2:32:59 PM

Pentagon reshuffle: Defense Secretary Hegseth removes top general

The Pentagon's leadership reshuffle under Hegseth may signal instability, potentially affecting market confidence and his future as Defense Secretary. The post Pentagon reshuffle: Defense Secretary Hegseth removes top general appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/29/2026, 2:32:35 PM

Solana Hits $5 Billion in RWA Value

Solana achieves a new record in its real-world asset ecosystem as tokenization activity on its network continues to grow.

By Caroline Amosun 10/29/2026, 2:31:10 PM

Strategy’s STRC nears $100 level that could reopen a Bitcoin funding channel

Strategy's STRC preferred stock closed eight cents below its $100 stated value as shareholders approved daily dividends on four preferred securities. Executive Chairman Michael Saylor said preliminary results from the Oct. 28 vote showed 99.3% of votes cast supported the amendment, allowing the company's four US-listed preferred securities, STRC,...

By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/29/2026, 2:30:41 PM

Florida Resident Loses $159,500 After Scammer Posing as Bank Fraud Agent Orders Wire Transfers and Parking Lot Cash Drops

A Florida resident has lost $159,500 after a scammer posing as a bank fraud investigator ordered wire transfers and parking lot cash handoffs. The post Florida Resident Loses $159,500 After Scammer Posing as Bank Fraud Agent Orders Wire Transfers and Parking Lot Cash Drops appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

By Daily Hodl Agent 10/29/2026, 2:30:29 PM

Bank of England opens consultation on tokenized collateral for clearing

Central counterparties would need to show tokenized collateral meets liquidity and risk tests under proposed Bank of England guidance.

By Robert Lakin 10/29/2026, 2:27:46 PM

Canton Strategic Holdings plans tokenized share trading as soon as Nov. 2

Canton's tokenized share trading could redefine market access and efficiency, challenging traditional models and influencing future tokenization efforts. The post Canton Strategic Holdings plans tokenized share trading as soon as Nov. 2 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Vivian Nguyen 10/29/2026, 2:26:40 PM

Japan’s tourist tax refunds will be paid in JPYC on Avalanche

Japan's shift to blockchain-based tax refunds could streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance compliance, influencing global tourism finance. The post Japan’s tourist tax refunds will be paid in JPYC on Avalanche appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Kaye Quema 10/29/2026, 2:25:35 PM

Chainlink adds weekend pricing for tokenized stocks, with Aave as launch partner

Chainlink's 24/7 pricing could enhance DeFi's reliability and appeal by ensuring continuous asset valuation, potentially boosting institutional adoption. The post Chainlink adds weekend pricing for tokenized stocks, with Aave as launch partner appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Vivian Nguyen 10/29/2026, 2:25:01 PM

AMD Price Prediction: Susquehanna Raises Target to $650 as Tokenized Contract Stalls at the 50-Day SMA

Susquehanna analyst Christopher Rolland lifted his AMD price target to $650 on October 28, 2026 — a second upward revision within six days, with AI cited as the primary growth driver — while the Bi... (Read More)

By N/A 10/29/2026, 2:24:59 PM

Standard Asset Company unveils $1.5 billion Bitcoin and UAE real estate strategy

SAC's strategy could redefine asset management by integrating real estate income with Bitcoin reserves, potentially influencing future investment models. The post Standard Asset Company unveils $1.5 billion Bitcoin and UAE real estate strategy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By John Chen 10/29/2026, 2:23:50 PM

Greg Abbott’s measures slow Texas data center construction ahead of midterms

Abbott's policies may weaken Texas's competitive edge in the data center market, potentially benefiting other states like Iowa and Georgia. The post Greg Abbott’s measures slow Texas data center construction ahead of midterms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 10/29/2026, 2:20:39 PM

Ripple Eyes Moving Part of $16 Trillion In XRP

The shift of settlement activity from Ripple's treasury and prime brokerage to XRP Ledger could draw $16 trillion in annual flows. Continue reading at DailyCoin.

By DailyCoin Team 10/29/2026, 2:20:00 PM