Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC fails to hold $85,000, ETH downside risks rise, XRP momentum fades
Bitcoin (BTC) remains under pressure on Wednesday, trading below $84,100 after a 2.88% correction so far this week. Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) followed in BTC’s footsteps and extended their corrections, trading below $2,620 and $1.500, respectively.
By N/A 10/7/2026, 3:38:17 AM
Ethena founder says yield isn’t a commodity because trust isn’t equal
Ethena's approach highlights the importance of trust and risk management in yield markets, influencing institutional investment strategies. The post Ethena founder says yield isn’t a commodity because trust isn’t equal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/7/2026, 3:35:46 AM
AMD CEO Lisa Su heads back to Seoul for talks with Samsung’s chip chief
AMD's collaboration with Samsung could enhance its competitive edge in AI and server markets, potentially reshaping global chip supply dynamics. The post AMD CEO Lisa Su heads back to Seoul for talks with Samsung’s chip chief appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 3:31:08 AM
AI agents could pry loose the sleepy deposits US banks depend on
AI-driven deposit shifts could force banks to raise rates, eroding profit margins and benefiting fintechs offering higher yields. The post AI agents could pry loose the sleepy deposits US banks depend on appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 3:14:53 AM
Coinbase revives Pro branding as Deribit integration reshapes its global exchange
Coinbase's integration with Deribit could redefine global trading dynamics, enhancing liquidity and competition in the derivatives market. The post Coinbase revives Pro branding as Deribit integration reshapes its global exchange appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/7/2026, 3:06:53 AM
Houthis claim drone strike on Riyadh airport, Saudi confirmation pending
The unverified Houthi drone strike claim on Riyadh airport could heighten regional tensions, affecting geopolitical stability and market dynamics. The post Houthis claim drone strike on Riyadh airport, Saudi confirmation pending appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/7/2026, 3:00:57 AM
Ethereum holds near $2,700 as $414.1 million in longs sit in liquidation zones
Ethereum trades near $2,700 as $148.3 million in crypto positions are liquidated and $414.1 million in ETH longs sit in liquidation zones. The post Ethereum holds near $2,700 as $414.1 million in longs sit in liquidation zones appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/7/2026, 2:37:57 AM
XRP Could Skip Final Rally and Fall Toward $1.27 Support
XRP’s tightening range is nearing a decision point below $1.65, with one analyst saying the crypto token does not need another high before a larger pullback begins. The setup still leaves room for a stronger breakout if buyers reclaim nearby resistance. XRP Could Skip Its Final Rally and Head Toward $1.27 XRP remains below resistance […]
By Kevin Helms 10/7/2026, 2:30:42 AM
Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi says the exchange has about 7 million funded accounts
Kraken's expansion into a full-service financial platform could reshape global financial services, integrating crypto with traditional finance. The post Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi says the exchange has about 7 million funded accounts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/7/2026, 2:29:16 AM
SEC drops to 2 members, and 1 hidden rule shifts crypto power
The new exception permits one eligible commissioner to form a quorum when every other sitting member is disqualified from the particular matter. The post SEC drops to 2 members, and 1 hidden rule shifts crypto power appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/7/2026, 2:20:47 AM
Penguin Solutions posts strong Q4 results, raises FY27 guidance
Penguin Solutions' robust growth and raised guidance highlight its strategic positioning in AI infrastructure, potentially boosting investor confidence. The post Penguin Solutions posts strong Q4 results, raises FY27 guidance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 2:18:34 AM
CFTC plan leaves room for self-custody and on-chain trading as it tightens crypto exchange rules
The CFTC's proposed rules would pull custodial, leveraged crypto trading under federal oversight while leaving self-custody and on-chain trading protocols outside the net. [...]
By Charles Kibue 10/7/2026, 2:15:16 AM
Bitcoin falls nearly $2,000 in 20 minutes as $400 million in longs get liquidated
The rapid liquidation highlights the volatility and risks of leveraged trading, potentially deterring cautious investors and impacting market stability. The post Bitcoin falls nearly $2,000 in 20 minutes as $400 million in longs get liquidated appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/7/2026, 2:12:53 AM
Samsung Electronics expected to post nine-fold Q3 profit jump on AI demand
Samsung's profit surge highlights AI's pivotal role in driving semiconductor demand, intensifying competition and reshaping industry dynamics. The post Samsung Electronics expected to post nine-fold Q3 profit jump on AI demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 1:53:54 AM
Kalshi faces legal challenges as court battles escalate
Kalshi's legal battles highlight the complex interplay between federal oversight and state gambling laws, potentially prompting Supreme Court review. The post Kalshi faces legal challenges as court battles escalate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/7/2026, 1:52:29 AM
Bitcoin.de trading remains halted as German regulator rejects MiCA application
Trading on the platform has largely been suspended since June as its operator awaited MiCA authorization, with the company now looking to regulated partners to restart services.
By Felix Ng 10/7/2026, 1:48:53 AM
US government moves $103M in crypto, including 833 BTC and 40,285 BNB
The US government's crypto movements highlight strategic asset management, with Bitcoin held long-term and BNB potentially liquidated, impacting market dynamics. The post US government moves $103M in crypto, including 833 BTC and 40,285 BNB appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/7/2026, 1:37:20 AM
Startale Bond Puts a Yen Stablecoin to Work in Corporate Finance
Startale Japan has launched a digital corporate bond that will pay both interest and principal in JPYSC, a yen-denominated stablecoin issued by SBI Shinsei Trust Bank. The company describes it as the first digital corporate bond in Japan to use a yen-denominated trust-type stablecoin for both types of payments, based on the firm’s research as […]
By Jamie Redman 10/7/2026, 1:30:45 AM
Black Hills commits $1.8 billion to power Google’s Cheyenne data center
The deal highlights the growing demand for dedicated power in tech, potentially setting a precedent for future utility-tech partnerships. The post Black Hills commits $1.8 billion to power Google’s Cheyenne data center appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 1:24:25 AM
Crypto industry looks beyond the US midterm elections
The crypto industry's increased political spending aims to secure long-term regulatory stability, influencing future legislative landscapes. The post Crypto industry looks beyond the US midterm elections appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/7/2026, 12:43:53 AM
Evernorth Sets New XRP Treasury Timeline After Administrative Delay
Stock market access to Evernorth’s XRP treasury is expected later than previously planned after an administrative delay. The company has revised its merger and Nasdaq trading timetable while maintaining that the setback should not affect completion. Administrative Delay Moves Evernorth’s Nasdaq Target Investors awaiting Evernorth’s planned public...
By Kevin Helms 10/7/2026, 12:35:20 AM
Unknown whale moves approximately 133.78 million USDC to Aave
The large USDC movements into Aave highlight the growing influence of anonymous capital flows in DeFi, impacting liquidity dynamics. The post Unknown whale moves approximately 133.78 million USDC to Aave appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/7/2026, 12:33:54 AM
Open USD supply hits $666 million as 10 wallets trap most tokens
Crystal’s October 5 snapshot found $396 million unmoved in eight Tempo wallets, while customer activity inside custody accounts remains unknown. The post Open USD supply hits $666 million as 10 wallets trap most tokens appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/7/2026, 12:30:19 AM
Taiwan emerges as the stronger AI trade bet over South Korea
Taiwan's AI trade dominance highlights the risks of economic over-reliance on tech sectors amid geopolitical tensions and market volatility. The post Taiwan emerges as the stronger AI trade bet over South Korea appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 12:20:56 AM
Boston Dynamics names former Amazon Alexa leader Rohit Prasad as CEO
Prasad's leadership could accelerate Boston Dynamics' shift from innovative robotics to scalable industrial solutions, impacting global automation. The post Boston Dynamics names former Amazon Alexa leader Rohit Prasad as CEO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/7/2026, 12:13:26 AM
Pudgy Penguins parent Igloo shuts down Abstract after tens of millions in losses
Igloo's shutdown of Abstract highlights the challenges of sustaining blockchain ventures despite user engagement and brand partnerships. The post Pudgy Penguins parent Igloo shuts down Abstract after tens of millions in losses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/7/2026, 12:07:32 AM
Pudgy Penguins-backed Abstract to shut down after ‘tens of millions’ in losses
Igloo CEO Luca Netz said the company funded Abstract for 18 months but still failed to find product-market fit despite attracting major brands and a community of millions.
By Felix Ng 10/7/2026, 12:01:40 AM
US Government Moves $71M Bitcoin Stash After 6-Week Silence
On Tuesday, the U.S. government moved bitcoin for the first time since Aug. 26, with government-linked wallets shifting 833.6 BTC valued at just over $71 million. The coins trace back to two separate cases involving the Potapenko-Turogin fraud case and the 2016 Bitfinex hack. Government Wallets Stir With Bitcoin, BNB Transfers Roughly around 11...
By Jamie Redman 10/6/2026, 11:50:20 PM
RBA warns an AI stock correction could hit Australian household spending
A significant AI stock correction could strain Australia's economy by reducing household wealth and consumer spending, impacting growth. The post RBA warns an AI stock correction could hit Australian household spending appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/6/2026, 11:43:33 PM
ZEC expands institutional momentum as Winklevoss files for Zcash ETF
Winklevoss Asset Services, co-owned by crypto exchange Gemini founders Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, filed a Form S-1 registration statement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Tuesday for the Winklevoss Zcash (ZEC) ETF.
By N/A 10/6/2026, 11:42:13 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: Glamsterdam upgrade launches on Sepolia testnet
Ethereum's (ETH) latest upgrade, Glamsterdam, aimed at advancing the L1 scaling roadmap, went live on the Sepolia testnet on Tuesday, bringing the mainnet launch a step closer.
By N/A 10/6/2026, 11:18:08 PM
Chainlink’s Andrew McCormick takes the tokenized markets pitch to TOKEN2049
The shift to tokenized markets could revolutionize global finance by enhancing liquidity, accessibility, and efficiency for investors worldwide. The post Chainlink’s Andrew McCormick takes the tokenized markets pitch to TOKEN2049 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/6/2026, 11:11:15 PM
Ethereum Economic Zone Runs Atomic L1-L2 Transfer on Mainnet
This week, the Ethereum Economic Zone (EEZ) initiative’s core contributor, Eduardo Antuña Díez, revealed a technological advancement by showcasing an atomic Layer 1 (L1) to Layer 2 (L2) transaction on Ethereum’s mainnet. The developer further noted that atomic synchronous composability was “no longer a promise.” EEZ Showcases an Atomic L1-to-L2...
By Jamie Redman 10/6/2026, 11:10:11 PM
Cornell taps Sally Yates for review of sexual assault case response
Cornell's engagement of Sally Yates may lead to policy reforms and influence legal outcomes, reflecting a shift towards accountability in academia. The post Cornell taps Sally Yates for review of sexual assault case response appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/6/2026, 10:37:27 PM
SpaceX reportedly seeks $40 billion in Apollo-led financing for Nvidia chips
SpaceX's potential $40B financing could significantly boost AI infrastructure, but reliance on large tenants poses revenue concentration risks. The post SpaceX reportedly seeks $40 billion in Apollo-led financing for Nvidia chips appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/6/2026, 10:34:31 PM
Circle welcomes DJ Khaled to team USDC, sparking backlash on X
Circle's misstep highlights the risks of celebrity associations in crypto, emphasizing the need for clear communication and thorough due diligence. The post Circle welcomes DJ Khaled to team USDC, sparking backlash on X appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/6/2026, 10:31:08 PM
200% Rally Fueled by AI: NEAR Protocol Price Prediction
NEAR has emerged as one of the crypto market's strongest-performing major altcoins, climbing from around $1.80 in early September to above $5 as ETF demand and AI-related developments strengthen the bullish narrative.
By Dan Burgin 10/6/2026, 10:28:15 PM
Kalshi Ends Federal Court Losing Streak With Partial Win Over Illinois
A federal judge in Chicago blocked Illinois from enforcing its sports wagering license rules and a related criminal provision against Kalshi and Coinbase, but held off on the state’s new prediction market fees. It’s Kalshi’s first win in federal court since July. Judge Says a Swap Is a Swap Kalshi has won a partial preliminary […]
By Luci Kelemen 10/6/2026, 10:20:45 PM
Canary’s TRXS ETF brings staked TRX to US brokerage accounts
TRXS ETF enhances institutional access to TRX, integrating staking rewards, but fees and crypto volatility may impact investor returns. The post Canary’s TRXS ETF brings staked TRX to US brokerage accounts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/6/2026, 10:15:31 PM
CFTC Wants Clearer Rules for Leveraged Crypto Trading in Major US Regulatory Push
The CFTC wants leveraged crypto exchanges to operate under clearer federal rules covering customer funds, surveillance, and market integrity.
By Chayanika Deka 10/6/2026, 10:11:16 PM
Bitcoin rally delivers $4.1 billion tax windfall for Strategy
Strategy’s October filing shows an accounting consequence. ETF cost estimates measure fund holdings, while redemptions determine how Bitcoin leaves. The post Bitcoin rally delivers $4.1 billion tax windfall for Strategy appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/6/2026, 10:10:18 PM
Waymo upsizes its first debt deal to $5 billion to fund global expansion
Waymo's $5B debt raise highlights the growing financial demands of global expansion and AI costs, impacting tech financing trends and equity dynamics. The post Waymo upsizes its first debt deal to $5 billion to fund global expansion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/6/2026, 10:09:06 PM
AI infrastructure boom creates billionaires in unexpected industries: Bloomberg
The AI infrastructure boom is reshaping wealth distribution, expanding economic growth into non-tech sectors and altering market dynamics. The post AI infrastructure boom creates billionaires in unexpected industries: Bloomberg appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/6/2026, 9:49:39 PM
Crypto Card Payments Hit Record $12.5 Billion as Stablecoin Adoption Surges
Bitcoin Magazine Crypto Card Payments Hit Record $12.5 Billion as Stablecoin Adoption Surges More people are using crypto cards than ever before to make payments. This post Crypto Card Payments Hit Record $12.5 Billion as Stablecoin Adoption Surges first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 10/6/2026, 9:48:49 PM
Onyx DAO treasury moves 620M XCN as Blockaid flags governance exploit
The exploit highlights vulnerabilities in decentralized governance, urging tighter controls to prevent concentrated voting power from undermining security. The post Onyx DAO treasury moves 620M XCN as Blockaid flags governance exploit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/6/2026, 9:36:41 PM
Conduit Sues Tether Over a $2.76M USDT Wallet Frozen for a Year
Conduit Technology has sued Tether after the stablecoin issuer froze $2.76 million in the company’s USDT and allegedly kept it locked for more than a year. The stranger part is why. Conduit says Brazilian police never asked Tether to freeze its treasury wallet and that Tether’s own financial crime unit selected the address using criteria […]
By Jamie Redman 10/6/2026, 9:35:56 PM
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says Bitcoin is maturing into digital gold
Bitcoin's decreasing volatility suggests its evolution into a stable asset, potentially increasing institutional investment and market integration. The post Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says Bitcoin is maturing into digital gold appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/6/2026, 9:34:56 PM
$350M St Cloud CEO: The First Credit Union to Put Bitcoin on Core Ledger | Jed Meyer
Bitcoin Magazine $350M St Cloud CEO: The First Credit Union to Put Bitcoin on Core Ledger | Jed Meyer A 1930s postal credit union now custodies real Bitcoin. St. Cloud CEO Jed Meyer breaks down its hybrid vault model and quiet path to over 20 BTC. This post $350M St Cloud CEO: The First Credit Union to Put Bitcoin on Core Ledger | Jed Meyer first...
By Patrick Green 10/6/2026, 9:34:32 PM
US lawmaker moves to ban candidates from betting on their own elections
A U.S. lawmaker has introduced legislation that would impose penalties of at least $10,000 on federal candidates who trade prediction market contracts tied to their own elections. According to an Oct. 5 announcement from Rep. Don Davis, D-N.C., the No…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/6/2026, 9:30:00 PM
A16z: Top 1% of AI spenders surpass bottom 50% combined
The concentration of AI spending among top spenders may widen the innovation gap, influencing market dynamics and investor sentiment in AI sectors. The post A16z: Top 1% of AI spenders surpass bottom 50% combined appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/6/2026, 9:29:06 PM