Germany’s Sparkasse Bank begins crypto services rollout for 50M customers
Sparkasse's crypto service rollout could significantly boost digital asset adoption in Germany, potentially impacting Ethereum's market dynamics. The post Germany’s Sparkasse Bank begins crypto services rollout for 50M customers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 6:19:34 AM
JPMorgan forecasts Bitcoin to outperform stocks, gold
JPMorgan forecasts 10% annual compounded Bitcoin returns over 10–15 years, ahead of U.S. stocks and gold, but warns of 55% volatility and portfolio risks.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/20/2026, 6:13:31 AM
Stablecoins cited as a workaround for unbanked businesses in trade
A guest post argues that correspondent banking failures are pushing emerging-market businesses toward stablecoin settlement to reduce fees and delays. (Read More)
By N/A 10/20/2026, 5:59:26 AM
Monero (XMR) Rises 11% Weekly: 3 AIs Speculate Whether It Can Flip Zcash (ZEC) in 2026
"A realistic framing is: ZEC retains the edge unless Monero gets a concrete liquidity or regulatory-access catalyst," Perplexity said.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 10/20/2026, 5:57:35 AM
Ramp applies for US trust bank charter to offer digital asset custody
Corporate payments platform Ramp has applied for a US national trust bank charter to offer digital asset custody and fiduciary investment management under federal supervision. According to the company’s Oct. 19 announcement, the application was submitted to the Office of…
By Rony Roy 10/20/2026, 5:53:56 AM
BlackRock files for Bitcoin ETF offering limited downside protection
BlackRock files for PBIT, a Bitcoin-linked ETF designed to limit some downside risk while capping gains through options tied to its IBIT fund.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/20/2026, 5:45:09 AM
US Bitcoin ETFs draw $527M in biggest showing since September
BlackRock’s IBIT led the gains with $665.2 million in inflows, offsetting withdrawals from Fidelity and Grayscale, while other funds recorded no net flows.
By Ezra Reguerra 10/20/2026, 5:39:20 AM
Electric Motors Consumed 53% of Global Electricity in 2023, IEA Data Shows
Electric motors drew 13,462 TWh of electricity in 2023, with motor-driven loads accounting for 72% of power use in industry and 87% in agriculture. Many still run at constant speed even when demand fluctuates, and researchers say demand-based speed control could cut motor electricity use by as much as 25%, trimming global consumption by about […]
By Guest Author 10/20/2026, 5:30:20 AM
Alberta votes to stay in Canada, boosting PM Mark Carney
Alberta's decision to remain in Canada strengthens federal unity, bolsters PM Carney's position, and challenges separatist momentum. The post Alberta votes to stay in Canada, boosting PM Mark Carney appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 5:27:18 AM
J.P. Morgan projects Bitcoin to outperform US stocks and gold over the next decade
J.P. Morgan's forecast signals a growing institutional acceptance of Bitcoin, potentially influencing future investment strategies and portfolio diversification. The post J.P. Morgan projects Bitcoin to outperform US stocks and gold over the next decade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/20/2026, 5:26:56 AM
Mastercard introduces fraud and sanctions screening to stablecoin payments
Mastercard has introduced a stablecoin transaction security service that allows financial institutions to screen payments for fraud, scams and sanctions risks before funds move across blockchain networks. According to an October 19 announcement, the company unveiled Stablecoin Security at Money20/20…
By Rony Roy 10/20/2026, 5:26:08 AM
Sophon sets November 25 deadline for asset withdrawals before mainnet shutdown
Sophons shutdown highlights the financial challenges of standalone blockchains, pushing projects to leverage established networks for sustainability. The post Sophon sets November 25 deadline for asset withdrawals before mainnet shutdown appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 5:24:18 AM
BlackRock Makes Surprise Bitcoin ETF Move
BlackRock has filed for another Bitcoin ETF, this time introducing a product designed to protect investors against downside risks while limiting potential gains.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/20/2026, 5:24:11 AM
BSC accelerator expands startup access to sovereign compute in Spain
Barcelona Supercomputing Center’s AI Factory Accelerator Programme is now fully operating, with startup access, training and compute support. (Read More)
By N/A 10/20/2026, 5:23:11 AM
Sophon sets Nov. 25 withdrawal deadline ahead of mainnet shutdown
In June, Sophon’s developers said the costs of maintaining a standalone blockchain no longer justified its benefits and announced plans to focus on consumer finance and AI applications on Base.
By Felix Ng 10/20/2026, 5:14:11 AM
GMO Cybersecurity links Chinese AI tool ARTEX to breaches at Japanese firms
The use of AI tools in cyberattacks highlights the growing need for robust cybersecurity measures across industries globally. The post GMO Cybersecurity links Chinese AI tool ARTEX to breaches at Japanese firms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 5:12:44 AM
GENIUS Act: Blockchain Association Seeks Clearer DeFi, Stablecoin Rules
Blockchain Association urges Treasury to clarify GENIUS Act rules on DeFi, foreign stablecoins, trading liability and wallet location checks.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/20/2026, 4:52:10 AM
Eric Schmidt poised for major windfall from Anthropic’s public debut
Eric Schmidt's potential windfall from Anthropic's IPO highlights the transformative financial impact of early investments in AI startups. The post Eric Schmidt poised for major windfall from Anthropic’s public debut appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 4:44:19 AM
French MPs back crypto tax, and stablecoin swaps take the hit
The October 16 first-reading votes advance a proposal covering MiCA e-money tokens, with a January 2027 start conditional on enactment. 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 10/20/2026, 4:40:34 AM
Multicoin Shuns AI Push, Keeps HYPE as Its Largest Crypto Bet
Multicoin Capital is refusing to follow rival crypto venture firms into standalone AI investments, arguing its competitive advantage remains in digital assets. The $2.7 billion firm is also keeping Hyperliquid’s HYPE token as the largest position in its hedge fund. $2.7B Multicoin Refuses AI Pivot as Crypto Rivals Diversify Multicoin Capital is...
By Emmanuel Musa 10/20/2026, 4:30:37 AM
AI debt worries drive a surge in credit default swap trading
The surge in CDS trading highlights growing skepticism about AI-driven debt sustainability, prompting investors to reassess risk exposure. The post AI debt worries drive a surge in credit default swap trading appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 4:23:45 AM
AI debt concerns drive surge in CDS trading for CoreWeave, Oracle, SoftBank
Rising CDS activity signals market caution, potentially reshaping investment strategies and risk assessments in AI infrastructure financing. The post AI debt concerns drive surge in CDS trading for CoreWeave, Oracle, SoftBank appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 4:22:28 AM
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust pulls in $665.2 million as ether ETFs bleed
The contrasting inflows highlight a growing institutional preference for Bitcoin over Ether, potentially shaping future crypto investment trends. The post BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust pulls in $665.2 million as ether ETFs bleed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/20/2026, 4:21:19 AM
US bans DeepSeek from civilian agency IT systems
The restrictions extend earlier bans within US defense and security agencies, amid concerns that DeepSeek could expose federal information to China.
By Felix Ng 10/20/2026, 4:07:58 AM
XRP Ledger Bug Fixes Set for Friday Activation as DeFi Lending Awaits Approval
The lending amendments each had 19 yes votes on October 19, ten short of the 29 needed to begin the required activation countdown.
By Wayne Jones 10/20/2026, 4:02:30 AM
Now Accepting Bitcoin: Gyros, Cocas, and 219 Arizona Bitcoin Merchants
Bitcoin Magazine Now Accepting Bitcoin: Gyros, Cocas, and 219 Arizona Bitcoin Merchants Setting up a Lightning wallet took seconds, so we sent first-time users in Scottsdale to see how Arizona Bitcoin spending really works. This post Now Accepting Bitcoin: Gyros, Cocas, and 219 Arizona Bitcoin Merchants first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is...
By Vagabond 10/20/2026, 3:54:15 AM
Top Altcoins Price Forecast: Ripple, Cardano, Solana – XRP, ADA face downside risk as SOL consolidates
Top altcoins, including Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), and Solana (SOL), stall on Tuesday after a bearish week, suggesting a brief pause in selling pressure.
By N/A 10/20/2026, 3:45:00 AM
Morgan Stanley’s MSOL draws inflows as Fidelity’s FSOL sheds $1.8 million
Divergent fund flows highlight investor uncertainty in Solana's market, impacting strategic positioning and future investment decisions. The post Morgan Stanley’s MSOL draws inflows as Fidelity’s FSOL sheds $1.8 million appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/20/2026, 3:38:52 AM
Revolut wins Gibraltar DLT licence via new subsidiary to power global crypto push
Gibraltar's financial regulator granted Revolut's new subsidiary a DLT licence covering crypto order execution, custody and staking, giving the fintech a third regulatory base for its global crypto push. [...]
By Charles Kibue 10/20/2026, 3:35:50 AM
Metaplanet Turns an Esports Veteran Into a Bitcoin Treasury Giant
Super League shareholders just cleared the way for a gaming company to become a bitcoin treasury heavyweight, courtesy of 2,100 BTC from Japan’s Metaplanet. The deal brings together two unlikely corporate survivors, one born in esports, the other in hotels. Super League Approves Metaplanet’s 2,100 Bitcoin Investment Super League Enterprise...
By Jamie Redman 10/20/2026, 3:30:40 AM
Ethereum sets October 26 for Glamsterdam upgrade on Hoodi testnet
The Glamsterdam upgrade on Hoodi testnet may enhance Ethereum's scalability, but market impact remains limited without a mainnet timeline. The post Ethereum sets October 26 for Glamsterdam upgrade on Hoodi testnet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 3:11:48 AM
Binance launches auto order routing on its Spot platform
Binance's AOR could enhance trading efficiency in low-liquidity markets, potentially increasing user engagement and market fluidity. The post Binance launches auto order routing on its Spot platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/20/2026, 3:04:50 AM
X updates timeline recommendations with new AI ranking model
X's AI-driven timeline updates could reshape user engagement dynamics, potentially influencing content creation and consumption patterns. The post X updates timeline recommendations with new AI ranking model appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 2:46:04 AM
Elon Musk Says 2 Products Will Account for Most of Tesla’s Value
Elon Musk expects Tesla’s Optimus robot and Cybercab to generate most of the company’s future value. His prediction places artificial intelligence and autonomous transportation at the center of Tesla’s long-term strategy. Musk Names Optimus and Cybercab as Tesla’s Biggest Value Drivers Tesla’s (Nasdaq: TSLA) future valuation will depend primarily...
By Kevin Helms 10/20/2026, 2:45:05 AM
SoftBank Group’s credit risk climbs to a four-year high as AI spending raises funding concerns
SoftBank's rising credit risk highlights the financial strain of aggressive AI investments, potentially impacting its future borrowing costs. The post SoftBank Group’s credit risk climbs to a four-year high as AI spending raises funding concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 2:29:33 AM
Bitcoin profit-taking cools as spot demand stays weak, Glassnode says
Glassnode says Bitcoin (BTC) selling pressure has eased but spot demand stays weak near $82,000. Supply in profit fell to 68.2% as options expiry looms.
By N/A 10/20/2026, 2:18:58 AM
Neolix raises nearly $400 million to take its driverless delivery vans global
Neolix's expansion could accelerate global adoption of autonomous delivery, impacting logistics efficiency and addressing labor shortages. The post Neolix raises nearly $400 million to take its driverless delivery vans global appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 2:13:16 AM
Pound strengthens as Fed and Bank of England policy paths diverge
The pound's rise highlights the impact of divergent central bank policies on currency markets, influencing rate expectations and economic forecasts. The post Pound strengthens as Fed and Bank of England policy paths diverge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 2:10:29 AM
Robert Kiyosaki Says He Lost Everything—and It Was a Good Thing
Robert Kiyosaki says losing everything was beneficial when mistakes became lessons instead of lasting bitterness. His account of repeated setbacks highlights how sudden riches can disappear through ego or misplaced trust. Why Kiyosaki Viewed Losing Everything as Beneficial Losing everything offered an opportunity to develop better financial...
By Kevin Helms 10/20/2026, 2:05:55 AM
OpenAI, Anthropic race for funding before IPOs, eye $1.4T-$1.5T valuations
The intense funding race highlights the high stakes and potential market volatility as AI firms prepare for transformative public offerings. The post OpenAI, Anthropic race for funding before IPOs, eye $1.4T-$1.5T valuations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 1:57:53 AM
Binance opens free AI trading, yet user liability remains 100%
Standard includes 250,000 monthly usage credits and live deployment, while users must approve workflows and supply trading funds. 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 10/20/2026, 1:50:08 AM
Bitcoin rally could revive treasury buying, but easy-money days over
“A return to last year’s indiscriminate capital raising looks unlikely,” said Bitfinex head of derivatives Jag Kooner.
By Felix Ng 10/20/2026, 1:35:00 AM
Blackrock Files for Bitcoin ETF Designed to Limit Investor Losses
Blackrock is seeking to launch a bitcoin ETF designed to cushion market losses while limiting potential gains. The proposed fund would use options and fixed-income investments instead of holding bitcoin directly. Blackrock Proposes Bitcoin ETF With Built-In Downside Protection Bitcoin investors could gain access to a new exchange-traded fund (ETF)...
By Kevin Helms 10/20/2026, 1:25:01 AM
Blockchain Association backs Treasury stablecoin rule but wants tighter definitions
The Blockchain Association's feedback on Treasury's stablecoin rule highlights the need for precise definitions to prevent regulatory overreach, impacting global crypto operations. The post Blockchain Association backs Treasury stablecoin rule but wants tighter definitions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/20/2026, 1:25:01 AM
OpenAI accelerates fundraising ahead of Anthropic IPO
OpenAI's fundraising urgency highlights competitive pressures in AI, influencing investor perceptions and market dynamics pre-IPO. The post OpenAI accelerates fundraising ahead of Anthropic IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 1:23:56 AM
OpenAI accelerates fundraising as Anthropic eyes $1.5T IPO: Reuters
OpenAI's swift fundraising may intensify AI sector competition, influencing investor dynamics and shaping future market valuations. The post OpenAI accelerates fundraising as Anthropic eyes $1.5T IPO: Reuters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/20/2026, 1:22:53 AM
EU will ban cash payments over €10,000 starting July 2027
The EU's cash payment cap aims to curb illicit financial activities, impacting high-value transactions and necessitating stricter compliance measures. The post EU will ban cash payments over €10,000 starting July 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/20/2026, 1:05:36 AM
Nasdaq rises as AI and semiconductor stocks recover ahead of earnings
The Nasdaq's recovery highlights investor optimism, but upcoming earnings will test if AI and semiconductor growth can sustain amid economic pressures. The post Nasdaq rises as AI and semiconductor stocks recover ahead of earnings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/20/2026, 12:44:50 AM
Ethereum Price Forecast: ETH holds $2,400 as BitMine continues buying
Ethereum (ETH) trades near $2,400 on Monday, reversing a slight recovery from the early Asian session despite digital asset treasury firm BitMine Immersion (BMNR) scooping additional ETH tokens.
By N/A 10/20/2026, 12:43:44 AM
UK Men Get Prison Time for Violent Home Invasion Targeting Crypto Holder
Bristol Crown Court sentenced three men to prison for a botched cryptocurrency robbery attempt that left the victim with severe injuries. Failed Crypto Heist Turns Violent Bristol Crown Court on Oct. 15 sentenced three men to prison terms ranging from five to six years for an aggravated burglary after they forced their way into […]
By Terence Zimwara 10/20/2026, 12:40:16 AM