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
$3.6B flees Binance on reopen, THORChain co-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
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
Nvidia, Nike and 48 Other Companies Oppose OKX Stock Tokenization Plan
Nvidia, Nike and 48 other major companies have formally objected to a plan by crypto exchange OKX and NYSE parent Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) to tokenize their shares, with the number of objectors jumping from 38 to 50 in just two days.
By Alex Dovbnya 11/1/2026, 7:30:04 PM
The crypto reader's guide to the 2026 midterm election: State of Crypto
America is going to the polls, and the results will shape crypto legislation and regulation over the next two years. Here's what to know.
By Nikhilesh De 11/1/2026, 7:30:00 PM
BTCC Exchange Supports Red Eagle Foundation’s 2026 Charity Golf Season Finale, Featuring Ashley Cole as Headline Guest
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands, November 1st — BTCC, the world’s longest-serving cryptocurrency exchange, sponsored the final Red Eagle Foundation charity golf day of 2026, held at London Golf Club on 22 October 2026, which raised £34,750 for the organization. England football legend Ashley Cole was the headline guest. After a round of golf played by...
By Media 11/1/2026, 7:04:22 PM
Next Technology Authorizes Sale or Pledge of 5,833 Bitcoin After Risk Review
Next Technology has authorized selling or pledging its reported 5,833 BTC. The decision creates flexibility; it does not confirm that a transaction has occurred.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/1/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Nu Holdings stock sinks after Lula wins Brazil’s presidential runoff
Lula's victory highlights the volatility of Brazilian markets, underscoring the impact of political shifts on investor sentiment and asset valuation. The post Nu Holdings stock sinks after Lula wins Brazil’s presidential runoff appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 11/1/2026, 6:52:43 PM
Solana Mobile patches bug after malicious app appears in dApp Portal
Solana Mobile's incident highlights the critical need for robust security measures in decentralized app ecosystems to prevent future breaches. The post Solana Mobile patches bug after malicious app appears in dApp Portal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 11/1/2026, 6:46:24 PM
Cursor urges credential resets after malicious Claude Code marketplace update
Affected macOS and Windows users need host cleanup and trusted-system credential rotation because uninstalling may leave persistent components. 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 11/1/2026, 6:40:09 PM
Here’s How Much Binance Users Withdrew as Bitcoin Bulls Spot an FTX-Era Signal
Bitcoin's refusal to extent its initial losses are seen as a potentially bullish signal from some analysts.
By Jordan Lyanchev 11/1/2026, 6:36:49 PM
North Korea’s $1.4B Bitcoin Haul From Binance Hack Remains Untouched
On Oct. 29, during the Binance hack, approximately 18,270.2 BTC worth $1.4 billion was stolen, with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) subsequently identifying the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea) as the principal perpetrator. The stolen bitcoin remains untouched, dispersed across 19 separate wallets to this day. Unlike...
By Jamie Redman 11/1/2026, 6:20:35 PM
Binance Sets Phased Withdrawal Restart as Asset Replenishment Reaches 95%
Binance has set out a phased withdrawal restart and says it has replaced 95% of affected assets. Availability still depends on the individual asset and network.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 11/1/2026, 6:00:00 PM
Scammer Posing As FBI Agent Sends Elderly Couple to Two Chase Branches, Takes $18,400 Life Savings
An elderly couple has lost their life savings after a scammer posing as an FBI agent sent them to two Chase branches to pull out $18,400 in cash. Gail Walsh of Burbank, Illinois, says a man claiming to be a banking investigator called her on August 15th, reports CBS News Chicago. She says the caller […] The post Scammer Posing As FBI Agent Sends...
By Daily Hodl Agent 11/1/2026, 5:55:30 PM
Strategy CFO Abruptly Resigns: Is This a Red Flag for MSTR?
A popular bitcoin commentator referenced previous CFO departures as the initial signal of a major crisis - will history repeat?
By Jordan Lyanchev 11/1/2026, 5:51:08 PM
Microsoft shifts Copilot to usage-based pricing, boosting growth potential
Microsoft's shift to usage-based pricing for Copilot could drive revenue growth but adds complexity to enterprise AI budgeting strategies. The post Microsoft shifts Copilot to usage-based pricing, boosting growth potential appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 5:48:10 PM
Bitcoin redemption freeze puts $136 million Aave market under scrutiny
Borrowers can repay or add other eligible collateral, but Aave withdrawals do not reopen Threshold’s paused Bitcoin redemption route. 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, 5:40:00 PM
Sweeper bots burn $4,800 in Bitcoin fees chasing $12.67
The incident highlights inefficiencies in bot operations and underscores the unintended benefits miners gain from competitive fee escalations. The post Sweeper bots burn $4,800 in Bitcoin fees chasing $12.67 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 11/1/2026, 5:23:43 PM
Binance Processes $4.65B in Withdrawals Across 15 Networks After Hack
Binance said withdrawal volumes were stabilizing after processing $4.649 billion following its post-hack restart. Deposits offset part of the withdrawals, leaving approximately $3.64 billion in net outflows as the exchange continued restoring access. Withdrawal Volumes Stabilize After Initial Spike Binance processed $4.649 billion in withdrawals...
By Kevin Helms 11/1/2026, 5:20:11 PM
AI agents bypassed crypto spending limits without human approval, researchers find in a new test
The researchers say any approval an agent can reach is unreliable, and they built Countersign, an app tying approval to a physical action the agent can’t fake.
By Francisco Rodrigues 11/1/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Why Coinbase Bitcoin Discount Just Hit a Yearly High
Coinbase hits a record Bitcoin discount as a Binance freeze traps liquidity and breaks market arbitrage.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 11/1/2026, 4:36:05 PM
China Crypto Bribery Added to Anti-Corruption Target List
China’s Communist Party has named virtual currencies and blockchain as channels for corruption in a new resolution. The directive targets officials, their relatives and intermediaries rather than ordinary crypto holders. No new trading ban, tax or exchange-specific measure was announced. Earlier bribery cases involving Ether and USDT show...
By Alexander Stefanov 11/1/2026, 4:34:47 PM
OneKey founder warns BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF could be a North Korean target
North Korean hackers could target BlackRock's $62 billion Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), crypto wallet maker OneKey founder Yishi Wang warned. “I suspect IBIT is already on North Korea's shortlist,” Wang said, following the $6 billion Binance hack that US authorities attributed to North Korea's TraderTraitor operation. The warning puts fresh...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 11/1/2026, 4:30:46 PM
Aptos Price Slides While Payment Giants Lean on Its Rails
Aptos remains below both major moving averages after losing several Fibonacci support levels. Buyers defended a key support zone in late October, but the rebound has stayed shallow. Aptos is pitching itself as the settlement layer for payment platforms in emerging markets. Stablecoin transfers on these platforms rarely require users to hold APT....
By Alexander Stefanov 11/1/2026, 4:07:59 PM
Bitcoin’s ‘Uptober’ Goes Bust With Worst October Finish Since 2014
Bitcoin’s celebrated “Uptober” tradition suffered another setback in 2026, with the leading crypto asset closing October down 7.32% against the greenback, its weakest performance for the month since 2014. Over the past seven days, BTC traded between $76,337 and $81,840 as the major $6.3 billion Binance hack rattled markets. The decline also marked...
By Jamie Redman 11/1/2026, 4:05:58 PM
Anthropic hints at Claude Mythos 5.5 for cybersecurity and biology research
Anthropic's tiered AI model approach could redefine cybersecurity and biology research, balancing safety with commercial viability and partnerships. The post Anthropic hints at Claude Mythos 5.5 for cybersecurity and biology research appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 11/1/2026, 3:35:17 PM