This Week in Crypto Law (November 1, 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 brought significant developments concerning prediction markets, offshore exchanges, digital-asset taxation and...
By Guest Author 11/2/2026, 3:30:13 AM
Five of OKXICE’s Eight Star Stocks Now Refuse to Tokenize
Nvidia, Nike, Costco and Reddit are among the latest companies to block their shares from OKXICE. Most of the stocks the venue first proposed are now off its list. An SEC rule gives every company a veto over third-party tokens of its shares. Apple, Amazon and Tesla have not objected so far. Nvidia, Micron Technology, [...]
By Kosta Gushterov 11/2/2026, 3:04:12 AM
Animoca Brands hosts Hong Kong Fintech Week panel on tokenized real-world assets
The convergence of traditional finance and Web3 through tokenized assets could democratize investment access and reshape financial markets. The post Animoca Brands hosts Hong Kong Fintech Week panel on tokenized real-world assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 11/2/2026, 3:01:49 AM
Bitcoin Payment Processor Btcpay Hit by Hot Wallet Theft Reports
Btcpay Server issued an emergency shutdown warning Nov. 1, 2026, after reports that attackers were draining bitcoin from hot wallets connected to self-hosted payment servers. Founder Nicolas Dorier linked the reported compromises to versions predating 2.4.2, while indicating that public servers running version 2.4.7 had not been attacked. The...
By Jamie Redman 11/2/2026, 3:00:36 AM
Bitcoin Core 32.1 Arrives With Privacy Fixes and New Compatibility Checks
Bitcoin Core 32.1 introduces network, privacy and interface changes, while 31.2 and 30.4 provide maintenance updates. Operators need to check integrations as well as version numbers.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/2/2026, 3:00:00 AM
Cardano Sinks Below Key Support With Oversold Zone Near
ADA has broken below the ascending channel that carried its summer recovery. Both major moving averages now sit above the price as resistance. A daily close under the 0.618 Fibonacci level opens the way to the next support zone. The Cardano Foundation joined Switzerland’s CMTA after its token standard won recognition for tokenized shares. Cardano...
By Alexander Stefanov 11/2/2026, 2:44:47 AM
Bond Markets Surge as Investors Reassess US AI Tech Sector Growth
Investors have turned to bonds as analysts have warned about stagnation in the AI and tech sector in U.S. markets, with companies like Intel, Alphabet, Meta, and Amazon all dropping significantly last week, even when the wider economy reported hotter-than-expected Q3 growth numbers. Bonds Surge As A Hedge Against US AI Sector Stagnation While the...
By Sergio Goschenko 11/2/2026, 2:30:31 AM
SemiAnalysis unveils GDPx benchmark, and the best AI model scores 12%
The GDPx benchmark highlights the nascent stage of AI's general agentic capabilities, underscoring the need for continued advancements. The post SemiAnalysis unveils GDPx benchmark, and the best AI model scores 12% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/2/2026, 2:22:37 AM
HSBC plans Hong Kong AI research institute with blockchain and post-quantum focus
HSBC's new institute could bolster Hong Kong's fintech ecosystem, enhance regional AI leadership, and influence global digital asset security. The post HSBC plans Hong Kong AI research institute with blockchain and post-quantum focus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/2/2026, 2:21:18 AM
Prosperity Nexus Integrates U.S. Taiwan Quantitative Finance Resources Building a Digital AI-Driven Cross-Border Decision-Making and Risk Governance Framework
Global financial markets are rapidly entering a new phase characterized by data intensity, systematic strategies,...
By Globe PR Wire 11/2/2026, 2:12:40 AM
Pendle becomes second-largest DeFi venue for tokenized stocks with 17% share
Pendle's rapid ascent in DeFi tokenized stocks highlights the volatile yet transformative potential of decentralized finance innovations. The post Pendle becomes second-largest DeFi venue for tokenized stocks with 17% share appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 11/2/2026, 2:06:40 AM
Mercado Bitcoin Plans Sui Asset Access in Brazil With Lending and Tokenization Links
Mercado Bitcoin and Sui have outlined access to SUI and stablecoins, with USDsui collateral and tokenized assets in scope. A potential Hashi integration remains exploratory.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/2/2026, 2:00:00 AM
THORChain halts swaps after block reorg bug, slowing Binance hackers
THORChain node operators paused swaps involving assets on 10 networks, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and Tron.
By Felix Ng 11/2/2026, 1:51:48 AM
Bhutan partners with 3iQ to manage sovereign Bitcoin holdings
Bhutan's move to actively manage Bitcoin holdings could set a precedent for other nations, highlighting the evolving role of digital assets in sovereign wealth. The post Bhutan partners with 3iQ to manage sovereign Bitcoin holdings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 11/2/2026, 1:48:13 AM
Blackrock, JPMorgan and Visa Bolster Grayscale’s Crypto Growth Case
Grayscale points to tokenized funds and stablecoin payments as evidence that crypto is becoming embedded in mainstream finance. Its research chief argues that institutional adoption should help sustain the industry’s progress regardless of the U.S. midterm election outcome. Blackrock and JPMorgan Expand Tokenized Fund Access Blackrock, JPMorgan,...
By Kevin Helms 11/2/2026, 1:30:26 AM
South Korea plans to nearly double AI spending to 21.3 trillion won
South Korea's AI budget surge aims to enhance global competitiveness, foster domestic innovation, and strengthen its tech infrastructure. The post South Korea plans to nearly double AI spending to 21.3 trillion won appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/2/2026, 1:27:27 AM
XRP Ledger Reviews Two Token-Authorization Fixes Ahead of Any Validator Vote
Two open XRP Ledger proposals address authorization checks for liquidity-pool tokens and existing trust-line balances. The changes remain under review and are not active network rules.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/2/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Ripple CEO Sees XRP as Institutional Gold Standard Within 5 Years
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse sees XRP continuing to emerge as the institutional gold standard for crypto rails over the next five years. David Schwartz envisions mass retail adoption, with blockchain supporting how people manage money, receive payments, invest, lend, and borrow. Garlinghouse and Schwartz Outline XRP’s 5-Year Future Ripple CEO Brad...
By Kevin Helms 11/2/2026, 12:30:29 AM
Cardano’s 2027 budget proposal would let funding stewards seek grants too
Proposed stewards could influence assessments while DReps retain spending votes and a direct funding route awaits its allocation. 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 11/2/2026, 12:20:43 AM
Chainlink (LINK), Near Protocol (NEAR), Binance Coin (BNB) and Bitcoin (BTC) Price Analysis For November 2: Market Takes a Pause
LINK, NEAR, BNB and BTC are all consolidating after October pullbacks, and each now faces a key support test that will shape the next move.
By Arman Shirinyan 11/2/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Polymarket Sets $3.9M Refund Plan After Third-Party Script Compromise
Polymarket says its October 29 incident involved a compromised monitoring script. Its October 30 update put total refunds at $3.9 million, including losses linked to the trading pause.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/2/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Binance net outflows surge to $5.8B as withdrawals resume after record hack
The exchange says withdrawals surged after some services resumed but have since slowed, with the outflows representing a fraction of its roughly $171 billion in customer assets.
By Felix Ng 11/1/2026, 11:59:27 PM
Only 40 Crypto Firms Survive Brazil’s Strict Licensing Deadline
Reports indicate that after the October 30 deadline, out of the 150-200 companies expected, only 40 applied for operating licenses. The licensing process has consolidated the VASP industry, with many companies exiting Brazil as compliance requirements and costs ramp up. Around 40 Companies Applied to Continue to Operate as VASPs in Brazil The...
By Sergio Goschenko 11/1/2026, 11:30:21 PM
SK Hynix forecasts memory chip shortage will last through 2030
The prolonged chip shortage could drive innovation, strategic partnerships, and investment shifts, impacting global tech and economic landscapes. The post SK Hynix forecasts memory chip shortage will last through 2030 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 11:24:31 PM
Chinese robot makers raise $13B as the industry pivots from bodies to brains
The shift towards AI "brains" in robotics could redefine industry standards, emphasizing practical applications over mere technological spectacle. The post Chinese robot makers raise $13B as the industry pivots from bodies to brains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 11:23:50 PM
Billions flee Binance on reopen, THORChain founder opposes coin freeze: Hodler’s Digest
Binance has reopened withdrawals following the world’s biggest ever hack, and THORChain co-founder argues it should not halt the protocol to comply with FBI demands.
By Andrew Fenton 11/1/2026, 11:09:13 PM
KuCoin Announces Russia and Belarus Exit With Individual Account Deadlines
KuCoin says it is discontinuing all services for users in Russia and Belarus. Affected accounts will receive their own deadlines for closing positions and withdrawing assets.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/1/2026, 11:00:00 PM
Bitcoin Mining Revenue Hits 11-Month High Despite Brutal Hashprice Decline
While bitcoin prices have tumbled in the aftermath of the massive $6.3 billion Binance hack, miners closed October with their highest monthly revenue since November 2025. However, the leading crypto asset’s recent price deterioration has taken a considerable toll on mining profitability, with current hashprice figures sitting 17.54% below their...
By Jamie Redman 11/1/2026, 10:30:50 PM
Cambodia’s Casino Crackdown Hasn’t Stopped $1.07 Billion in Crypto Flows
USDT on TRON accounted for 99.9% of crypto received by Sihanoukville casinos.
By Chayanika Deka 11/1/2026, 10:18:40 PM
Trump backs Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang after report of Chinese spy plot
The incident underscores the delicate balance in US-China relations, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in corporate and national security. The post Trump backs Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang after report of Chinese spy plot appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 10:11:22 PM
Support Channels at Licensed Web3 Casinos: 13 Platforms Ranked on Response Routes
Thirteen licensed Web3 casinos ranked on support channels and response routes, from live chat and email to help centres, community channels and dedicated complaint addresses.
By Crypto Daily 11/1/2026, 10:00:48 PM
HTX Ends UK Activity as FCA Secures Court Undertakings on Crypto Promotions
The FCA says HTX is no longer active in the UK following a settlement over financial promotions. The agreement does not constitute an admission of wrongdoing.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/1/2026, 10:00:00 PM
Licensed Web3 Casinos With Weekly Cashback: 6 Programmes and Their Terms
Six weekly cashback programmes at licensed Web3 casinos compared, from rates and qualifying activity to payout currency, wagering and tier rules.
By Crypto Daily 11/1/2026, 9:57:01 PM
Licensed Web3 Casinos and Bonus Fairness: 7 Platforms Compared on Wagering Disclosure
Seven licensed Web3 casinos compared on wagering disclosure, from multiples and deadlines to maximum bets, free spin caps, game weighting and stacking rules.
By Crypto Daily 11/1/2026, 9:52:22 PM
Crypto Weekly: Binance Hack Deepens Crypto Rout as Market Cap Falls to $2.7T
The cryptocurrency market ended October down 10%, with its total capitalization falling from $3 trillion to $2.7 trillion amid widespread losses. Bitcoin declined 3.3% in the final week, extending its year-to-date losses to 11%, while ethereum fell more than 15% over 30 days. Pre-Hack Weakness The cryptocurrency economy shed tens of billions of...
By Terence Zimwara 11/1/2026, 9:30:25 PM
Anthropic’s IPO could make its founders worth up to $200 billion, and critics are watching where the money goes
Anthropic's IPO could significantly influence philanthropic and political landscapes, raising questions about wealth distribution and societal impact. The post Anthropic’s IPO could make its founders worth up to $200 billion, and critics are watching where the money goes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 9:24:34 PM
Monero Price Stuck Below $625 as Leverage Hits Record
The Monero price is consolidating inside a bullish ascending channel. Repeated rejections near the channel top have cooled buying momentum. Open interest in XMR derivatives has climbed to an all-time high. The last comparable leverage build-up came before a steep January sell-off. Monero (XMR) is trading near $596 on the daily chart, holding...
By Alexander Stefanov 11/1/2026, 9:17:28 PM
Tracked Binance wallets record $2.5 billion in outflows as withdrawals reopen after hack
Binance's tracked cryptocurrency wallets recorded $2,510 million in net outflows on Nov. 1 after the exchange resumed withdrawals following its $6.3 billion security breach. According to DeFiLlama data, the outflows included approximately $1,083 million in USDT, $912 million in Bitcoin, $385 million in USDC and $131 million in wrapped Ethereum....
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 11/1/2026, 9:00:31 PM
SEC Charges BG Wealth and DSJ Exchange Over Alleged $130M Crypto Scheme
The SEC alleges BG Wealth and DSJ Exchange raised more than $130 million using false filings and trading claims. The civil complaint is an allegation, not a final judgment.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/1/2026, 9:00:00 PM
National Grid buys Teesside land for what could be the UK’s largest substation
The acquisition could significantly bolster the UK's energy infrastructure, supporting AI advancements and enhancing grid resilience. The post National Grid buys Teesside land for what could be the UK’s largest substation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 8:39:05 PM
Aramco takes 49% stake in Saudi AI company HUMAIN for $2.6 billion plus assets
Aramco's investment in HUMAIN signals a strategic shift towards tech, potentially boosting regional innovation and attracting global partnerships. The post Aramco takes 49% stake in Saudi AI company HUMAIN for $2.6 billion plus assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 8:33:21 PM
CZ Praises US Authorities for Halting $6B Binance Hack Fallout
The co-founder and former CEO of Binance praised the role U.S. law enforcement agencies played in handling the aftermath of the over $6 billion hack the exchange suffered at the hands of North Korean hackers, crediting them with keeping the market afloat. CZ Praises US Role in Binance Hack Aftermath As Binance continues to recover […]
By Sergio Goschenko 11/1/2026, 8:29:05 PM
Robinhood Q3: Revenue Hits $1.42B as Crypto Income Falls 55%
The platform's total assets reached $396 billion as net deposits and higher equity valuations partly offset lower cryptocurrency valuations.
By Wayne Jones 11/1/2026, 8:04:41 PM
Morgan Stanley estimates 70 GW power shortfall for US data centers by 2028
The projected power shortfall could hinder tech growth, leading to potential delays in data center expansions and increased competition for resources. The post Morgan Stanley estimates 70 GW power shortfall for US data centers by 2028 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 8:04:10 PM
Andrej Karpathy launches HackerTube, a Claude-curated YouTube alternative built from Hacker News comments
HackerTube's community-driven curation and privacy-focused design challenge traditional content platforms, highlighting AI's transformative role. The post Andrej Karpathy launches HackerTube, a Claude-curated YouTube alternative built from Hacker News comments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 8:03:28 PM
Crypto scammers used SEC’s website to lure investors into alleged $130 million fraud
The SEC’s complaint seeks a targeted future filing bar, alongside monetary relief for alleged fraud. 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 11/1/2026, 8:00:49 PM
XRP News Today: Should Ripple Pump XRP To $20? Open Letter To Brad Garlinghouse Divides Holders
An emotional open letter to Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and CTO Emeritus David Schwartz has set off a wide debate in the XRP community. The question at its centre: what, if anything, does Ripple owe the people who hold XRP? What The Letter Says The letter was posted on X by an XRP holder. It …
By Anjali Belgaumkar 11/1/2026, 8:00:37 PM
Strategy Reports 848,517 Bitcoin as Q3 Gains Put Cash Coverage in Focus
Strategy reported 848,517 BTC as of October 25 and large third-quarter digital-asset gains. Cash coverage and financing obligations remain central to assessing the results.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/1/2026, 8:00:00 PM
Meta and NYU’s h1 system beats elaborate theorem-proving workflows at lower cost
The h1 system's efficiency and cost-effectiveness could democratize access to advanced theorem proving, enabling broader exploration of complex problems. The post Meta and NYU’s h1 system beats elaborate theorem-proving workflows at lower cost appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 7:30:48 PM
Thorchain Glitch Blocks Binance Hack Route as FBI Presses Nodes
A one-block Ethereum reorganization on Saturday triggered a double refund involving 10 ETH on Thorchain, setting off an emergency pause that disrupted cross-chain swaps across most of its supported networks. Chainalysis said the malfunction inadvertently delayed laundering activity connected to Binance’s $6.4 billion theft. Meanwhile, the FBI...
By Jamie Redman 11/1/2026, 7:30:37 PM