Epoch AI finds AI acknowledgments in math papers jumped to 25% in four months
The rapid rise in AI acknowledgments in math papers signals a shift in academic norms, necessitating new evaluation criteria for AI contributions. The post Epoch AI finds AI acknowledgments in math papers jumped to 25% in four months appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 9:25:49 PM
U.S. CFTC moves to fold event contracts into swaps regulations as legal fight rages
The derivatives regulator is proposing a formal rule to include certain contracts traded on platforms like Kalshi's as swaps that require the agency's oversight.
By Jesse Hamilton 10/9/2026, 9:21:54 PM
BNB Chain Hits 2 Million RWA Holders, Capturing 40% of Onchain Market
BNB Chain has become the first blockchain to surpass 2 million holders of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), giving it roughly 40% of all onchain RWA holders. The milestone arrives as tokenized stocks accelerate across the network, with their market value rising by more than $106 million in just one week. BNB Chain Extends Tokenization Lead […]
By Emmanuel Musa 10/9/2026, 9:20:45 PM
Ripple’s XRP Reach Widens as Paxos Adds 8.1M+ Wallets, With Evernorth Set for Monday Nasdaq Debut
XRP continues to gain steam in the mainstream and institutional crypto market arena after Paxos Crypto Brokerage added support for the digital asset.
By Brian Njuguna 10/9/2026, 9:13:46 PM
Alex Mashinsky gets lifetime crypto ban in New York settlement
Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky has agreed to a lifetime ban from the cryptocurrency, securities, and commodities industries under a New York settlement carrying up to $35 million in conditional payments. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the agreement…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/9/2026, 9:11:50 PM
Ledger hack scare nears $90 million as Tether moves to freeze stolen USDT
Suspected Ledger wallet thefts are approaching $90 million as Tether freezes USDT stablecoin linked to the incident, according to blockchain investigators. In an Oct. 9 statement, the crypto hardware wallet maker said it was investigating reports that customers lost funds after buying devices from CryptoBilis, an authorized reseller operating in...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/9/2026, 9:10:39 PM
OpenAI’s revenue math is giving Wall Street a headache
OpenAI's revenue reporting highlights the critical need for transparency in financial metrics, impacting investor confidence and market dynamics. The post OpenAI’s revenue math is giving Wall Street a headache appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 9:08:38 PM
AI chiplet startup Eliyan draws takeover interest months after $1 billion valuation
AI chiplet startup Eliyan has received at least one takeover bid and hired a bank, with a potential $3 billion target after a $1 billion raise. The post AI chiplet startup Eliyan draws takeover interest months after $1 billion valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 9:07:14 PM
Saudi-led coalition launches major operation against Houthi forces in Yemen
The operation's escalation may hinder peace prospects, intensifying regional instability and impacting geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East. The post Saudi-led coalition launches major operation against Houthi forces in Yemen appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/9/2026, 9:00:11 PM
US eyes $1 billion Iran-linked crypto seizure, Bessent says
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said authorities have located about $1 billion in Iran-linked cryptocurrency that they could seize this week as Washington presses ahead with financial restrictions against Tehran. Scott Bessent said at Newsmax’s NPolicy Summit in Washington…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/9/2026, 8:58:37 PM
Terrifying iPhone Exploit Threatens Crypto Holders
A dangerous iPhone exploit continues to threaten crypto holders, with hackers targeting popular wallets such as Coinbase, MetaMask and Trust Wallet to steal sensitive data and recovery phrases.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/9/2026, 8:51:57 PM
US plans to seize $1B in crypto linked to Iran this week: Scott Bessent
The Treasury Department has announced several digital asset seizures related to sanctions on Iran as part of US sanctions.
By Turner Wright 10/9/2026, 8:39:17 PM
Stake Is Back Online in Brazil After Court Reprieve From Betting Ban
The Brazilian arm of crypto casino brand Stake has relaunched its local site after a federal judge in São Paulo shielded its license until Oct. 25, in what Stake said is a first for a licensed operator under Brazil’s betting ban. The government said it will appeal the decision. One Site Back on as the […]
By Luci Kelemen 10/9/2026, 8:35:16 PM
Goldman Sachs data shows AI model costs fell as fast in three years as PC prices did in 15
Rapid AI cost reduction could pressure tech giants' margins, challenging infrastructure investments unless demand aligns with supply. The post Goldman Sachs data shows AI model costs fell as fast in three years as PC prices did in 15 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 8:34:46 PM
XRP Ledger Batch goes live, enabling bundled transactions
The XRP Ledger has activated its Batch feature on mainnet with support from 30 validators, allowing users to bundle between two and eight transactions into one operation. XRPScan’s dashboard shows BatchV1_1 as active on mainnet, according to the reported amendment…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/9/2026, 8:34:21 PM
Circle minted another 750 million USDC on Solana in the last 24 hours
Increased USDC liquidity on Solana may boost SOL demand, but its market impact depends on active circulation and broader crypto trends. The post Circle minted another 750 million USDC on Solana in the last 24 hours appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/9/2026, 8:31:18 PM
Binance to Restrict 8 Services and Delist 22 Tokens in Brazil
The product restrictions are regulatory changes, while existing token balances will remain in customer accounts after the delisting.
By Wayne Jones 10/9/2026, 8:29:25 PM
New York permanently bars Celsius founder Mashinsky in $35M fraud settlement
The agreement resolves a 2023 civil fraud lawsuit against the Celsius founder and permanently bars him from the cryptocurrency, securities and commodities industries.
By Nate Kostar 10/9/2026, 8:14:02 PM
Big Tech is borrowing hundreds of billions for AI, and bond investors are getting cautious
Big Tech's AI-driven borrowing surge may strain financial stability, prompting investor caution and potential reevaluation of credit risks. The post Big Tech is borrowing hundreds of billions for AI, and bond investors are getting cautious appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 8:10:39 PM
‘We Know Where It Is’: Treasury Secretary Threatens To Freeze $1B of Iran’s Crypto
Bitcoin Magazine ‘We Know Where It Is’: Treasury Secretary Threatens To Freeze $1B of Iran’s Crypto The U.S. will seize $1 billion of Iran’s crypto this week, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said. It isn’t clear which asset though. This post ‘We Know Where It Is’: Treasury Secretary Threatens To Freeze $1B of Iran’s Crypto first appeared...
By Mathew Di Salvo 10/9/2026, 8:10:14 PM
French finance panel backs taxing Bitcoin-to-stablecoin swaps in 2027 budget
The proposed tax on crypto swaps in France may dampen investor sentiment, impacting Bitcoin's market outlook and regulatory landscape. The post French finance panel backs taxing Bitcoin-to-stablecoin swaps in 2027 budget appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/9/2026, 8:05:33 PM
GRAM rises 9% as Telegram expands Money wallet access
GRAM has risen 9% to $1.56 as Telegram has expanded access to Money, its non-custodial wallet for token transfers and collectible purchases. Walt announced that Telegram is extending Money beyond the selected users who previously had access, bringing the wallet…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/9/2026, 8:03:54 PM
Here’s How Not To Screw up Your Bitcoin Privacy
Bitcoin Magazine Here’s How Not To Screw up Your Bitcoin Privacy Speaking on the Bitcoin Rails podcast, Cake Wallet’s Seth for Privacy said people need to take more precautions to protect their identities when using the biggest cryptocurrency. This post Here’s How Not To Screw up Your Bitcoin Privacy first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is...
By Mathew Di Salvo 10/9/2026, 8:02:39 PM
Ava Labs explores backup cryptography as Sirer flags AI security risks
AI's potential to exploit software vulnerabilities highlights the urgent need for robust security measures across blockchain ecosystems. The post Ava Labs explores backup cryptography as Sirer flags AI security risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/9/2026, 8:01:54 PM
Microsoft launches Decision-1, an AI model built to make fast calls
Microsoft's Decision-1 AI model could revolutionize decision-making processes by enhancing efficiency and reliability in business operations. The post Microsoft launches Decision-1, an AI model built to make fast calls appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 8:01:32 PM
XRP Ledger lets institutions share account duties without sharing their keys
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) now lets institutions delegate account tasks while retaining control of their primary signing keys. The PermissionDelegationV1_1 amendment went live on Oct. 8 at ledger 107,524,865. It lets account owners assign specific transaction permissions to other accounts. The upgrade mirrors the division of responsibilities in...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/9/2026, 8:00:29 PM
Cardano’s 1,000% Comeback Case: Why This Analyst Says ADA Could Reclaim Its $3.10 All-Time High
Cardano’s ADA could be gearing up for one of its most ambitious comebacks yet, with one pundit outlining a potential path back to its $3.10 historic high.
By Brenda Ngari 10/9/2026, 7:56:50 PM
Polymarket’s $32M Nobel Market Didn’t Anticipate the Peace Prize Winner
Traders put more than $32 million into Polymarket’s 2026 Nobel Peace Prize market and sent Yulia Navalnaya to favorite overnight—but the winner, Navi Pillay, was not among the market’s named candidates. Kalshi’s market did not list her either. Nobody Priced the Eventual Winner The Norwegian Nobel Committee awarded the 2026 Peace Prize to Navi […]
By Luci Kelemen 10/9/2026, 7:50:54 PM
OpenAI and Anthropic count revenue differently, and investors are confused
Investor confusion over revenue metrics highlights the complexities of financial reporting, impacting market perceptions and IPO valuations. The post OpenAI and Anthropic count revenue differently, and investors are confused appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 7:44:29 PM
Glassnode Warns 31.2% of Bitcoin Supply Has Exposed Public Keys, Raising Quantum Risk
Bitcoin’s long-term security is facing renewed scrutiny after Glassnode co-founder estimated that 6.26M BTC sits in addresses with exposed public keys.
By Newton Gitonga 10/9/2026, 7:43:55 PM
Anthropic AI model sent a fake homicide tip to Philadelphia police during testing
The incident underscores the urgent need for robust oversight and safeguards in AI systems to prevent potential misuse and ensure public safety. The post Anthropic AI model sent a fake homicide tip to Philadelphia police during testing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 7:40:23 PM
HYPE Whale’s $902K Bet Grows to $23M as On-Chain Data Shows Staged Selling
A 2-year-old $HYPE whale is starting to realize its massive gains, pocketing large amounts in profits in sizeable transactions.
By Talha Arshad 10/9/2026, 7:33:50 PM
Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport kill 3, injure others amid Saudi tensions
The attacks may escalate regional tensions, impacting geopolitical stability and market perceptions of Houthi influence in strategic areas. The post Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport kill 3, injure others amid Saudi tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/9/2026, 7:32:01 PM
OKX launches flexible USDC loans in Europe
OKX has launched crypto-backed USDC loans in Europe, allowing customers to borrow up to 250,000 USDC, or 3.25 million USDC for VIP clients, without a fixed repayment term. OKX said in its Oct. 9 announcement that European customers could access…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/9/2026, 7:25:45 PM
Problem gambling council chief resigns after Kalshi donation controversy
The resignation highlights governance challenges and risks eroding trust, potentially impacting future collaborations and funding strategies. The post Problem gambling council chief resigns after Kalshi donation controversy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/9/2026, 7:12:19 PM
OpenAI rolls out composer predictions in Codex for eligible Pro users
OpenAI's beta feature could redefine software development accessibility, potentially altering pricing structures and user engagement strategies. The post OpenAI rolls out composer predictions in Codex for eligible Pro users appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 7:10:59 PM
Too Big to Supervise at Home: EU Limits Direct ESMA Rule to Crypto Giants
EU member states have rejected plans to put every digital-asset firm under direct ESMA supervision, drawing a line that leaves most of them under their familiar national watchdogs. This is a substantial retreat from the European Commission’s original proposal, presented in December 2025, which implied that ESMA would supervise every authorised...
By Tanya Chepkova 10/9/2026, 7:06:11 PM
Brazil Seizes Record Crypto Funds From Self-Custody Wallets
During Operation ClickFix, which targeted a criminal group that used social engineering for phishing purposes, the Civil Police of Santa Catarina recovered over $1.7 million held in self-custody wallets—the largest seizure of this nature ever recorded by law enforcement agencies in Brazil. Over $1.7 Million Recovered From Self-Custody Wallets...
By Sergio Goschenko 10/9/2026, 7:05:58 PM
THORChain exec accuses Tether of temporarily freezing USDT vaults
Chad Barraford, technical co-founder of the network, said that the funds were frozen and then unfrozen without explanation.
By Turner Wright 10/9/2026, 7:04:03 PM
Hoskinson says Vitalik’s AI warning could delay the internet’s quantum defenses
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson accused Vitalik Buterin of undermining quantum-resistant cryptography with speculative warnings about AI-driven mathematical breakthroughs. In an Oct. 9 post, Hoskinson challenged the Ethereum co-founder's skepticism toward lattice-based cryptography, arguing that decades of security research had already accounted...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/9/2026, 7:00:27 PM
PC shipments fall 20% in sharpest decline since Q1 2023
The decline in PC shipments highlights the growing impact of AI on tech supply chains, potentially leading to sustained higher PC prices. The post PC shipments fall 20% in sharpest decline since Q1 2023 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 6:59:06 PM
Bitcoin quantum threat: Which wallets face the most risk?
Fireblocks’ research chief has identified exposed public keys as the main factor in Bitcoin’s future quantum risk, citing public estimates that roughly 6.7 million to 7 million BTC sit behind keys already visible onchain. Fireblocks Vice President of Research Michael…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/9/2026, 6:53:48 PM
NEAR Protocol gains 83% in four weeks, leaving Bitcoin and Ether behind
NEAR Protocol jumped 83% in four weeks, beating Bitcoin and Ether, fueled by the Bitwise NRR spot ETF debut and $31-33 billion in Intents volume. The post NEAR Protocol gains 83% in four weeks, leaving Bitcoin and Ether behind appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/9/2026, 6:52:53 PM
Enterprise trust in autonomous AI agents slips, VentureBeat survey finds
Decreased trust in AI autonomy may slow innovation, prompting enterprises to reassess risk management and human oversight in AI deployment. The post Enterprise trust in autonomous AI agents slips, VentureBeat survey finds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/9/2026, 6:40:29 PM
Ethereum leads stablecoin market cap growth, adding $243M in a week
Ethereum's stablecoin growth highlights potential concentration risks and market consolidation, impacting DeFi liquidity and stability. The post Ethereum leads stablecoin market cap growth, adding $243M in a week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/9/2026, 6:36:10 PM
XRP Ledger Might Be Vulnerable to AI, Avalanche Founder Warns
Avalanche founder Emin Gün Sirer has warned that AI could uncover critical vulnerabilities in the XRP Ledger.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/9/2026, 6:33:48 PM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Sam Bourgi 10/9/2026, 6:30:11 PM
XRP price loses $1.43 support: Is $1.28 next?
XRP price has slipped below its 50-day moving average near $1.43, leaving its rebound toward $1.39 facing resistance as Evernorth prepares for its delayed Nasdaq debut. CoinGecko recorded XRP at about $1.39 on Oct. 9, with a seven-day trading range…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/9/2026, 6:27:31 PM
Coinbase opens full trading for DATA-USD and WHUF-USD pairs
Coinbase's expansion of trading pairs enhances market liquidity and accessibility, potentially driving increased adoption and innovation in crypto. The post Coinbase opens full trading for DATA-USD and WHUF-USD pairs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/9/2026, 6:20:58 PM
Bain Capital Leads $37.5M Investment in Bitcoin Life Insurance Firm
Bitcoin-denominated life insurer Meanwhile raised $37.5 million in new funding led by Bain Capital Crypto, bringing its total capital raised to over $180 million. Capitalizing on Growing Demand Meanwhile, the life insurance company licensed to operate entirely in bitcoin, announced Oct. 8 that it has raised $37.5 million in a funding round led by...
By Terence Zimwara 10/9/2026, 6:20:37 PM