OpenAI says Iranian operatives used ChatGPT to plant critical news articles
The incident highlights vulnerabilities in media vetting processes and suggests a trend towards outsourced influence operations, complicating accountability. The post OpenAI says Iranian operatives used ChatGPT to plant critical news articles appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 10:09:54 PM
LBank Marks 11th Anniversary With 1,111,111 USDT Campaign as Registered Users Reach 30 Million
LBank Marks 11th Anniversary With 1,111,111 USDT Campaign as Registered Users Reach 30 Million
By Chainwire 10/8/2026, 10:09:03 PM
Grass launches Contents API to feed live web data to AI agents
Grass's API launch signifies a shift towards real-time AI data needs, potentially transforming AI applications and market dynamics. The post Grass launches Contents API to feed live web data to AI agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 10:08:14 PM
Aptos moves Shelby storage into private beta with real customer workloads
Shelby's private beta launch could redefine decentralized storage by enhancing AI and distributed computing efficiency with blockchain integration. The post Aptos moves Shelby storage into private beta with real customer workloads appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 10:05:31 PM
82 Million Samsung Galaxy Devices Could Soon Get Native Solana Stablecoin Transfers
Samsung Wallet users will be able to send remittances from the same app they already use for everyday digital needs.
By Chayanika Deka 10/8/2026, 10:03:36 PM
PumpFun is making millions from a market where 81% of memecoins crashed 90%
Talos reports rare observed recoveries, while platform fees and PUMP burns offer no automatic route back to break-even for other tokens. The post PumpFun is making millions from a market where 81% of memecoins crashed 90% appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/8/2026, 10:00:06 PM
Strategy Sets October 29 Date For Its Next Major Bitcoin Treasury Update
Strategy will report third-quarter 2026 results after US markets close on October 29 and hold a live webinar at 5 p.m. Eastern Time. The update will give investors the next full financial snapshot of the world's largest corporate Bitcoin treasury.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 10:00:00 PM
XRP Ledger Batch Upgrade Nears Activation After Validator Vote Reset
The XRP Ledger's BatchV1_1 amendment remains in its activation window and is expected to enable around October 9 if validator support stays above the required threshold. The upgrade allows multiple transactions to be bundled into an atomic group, replacing an earlier Batch version that was halted after a critical bug was found.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 10:00:00 PM
Anthropic launches free AI security scans for open-source projects
Anthropic's free AI security scans could enhance its market position, potentially influencing AI model competition dynamics by 2026. The post Anthropic launches free AI security scans for open-source projects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 9:56:09 PM
NFL Joins 39 States, Global Regulators in Pushing Supreme Court on Kalshi Case
An international gaming regulators’ group, the NFL, and a coalition of 39 states have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to hear New Jersey’s case against Kalshi, arguing that split appeals courts have left sports betting rules depending on where a bettor lives. A Wave of Briefs Fly In Before Kalshi’s Response Gaming regulators, sports […]
By Luci Kelemen 10/8/2026, 9:55:08 PM
Bitcoin address reuse leaves 4.33M BTC with exposed public keys
Increased Bitcoin address reuse heightens security risks and regulatory scrutiny, prompting potential shifts in storage practices and migration strategies. The post Bitcoin address reuse leaves 4.33M BTC with exposed public keys appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 9:54:56 PM
Netflix releases FTX series trailer ahead of Nov. 19 debut
Netflix has released a trailer for The Altruists, its eight-episode drama about Sam Bankman-Fried, Caroline Ellison, and the $8 billion FTX scandal, ahead of a Nov. 19 premiere. Netflix announced the trailer on Oct. 8, presenting the series through the…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/8/2026, 9:49:47 PM
Anthropic launches Cyber Mission to defend power grids and open-source code
Anthropic's initiative could significantly enhance cybersecurity resilience, leveraging AI to protect critical infrastructure and open-source software. The post Anthropic launches Cyber Mission to defend power grids and open-source code appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 9:42:29 PM
Crypto inflows hit $50 billion as ETFs recover: JPMorgan
Digital assets have attracted around $50 billion this year as recovering ETF flows and rising futures positions have strengthened investment momentum entering the fourth quarter, according to JPMorgan analysts. JPMorgan analysts led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou said in a Wednesday report…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/8/2026, 9:39:05 PM
Nvidia’s funding seen as key for US AI firms to compete with China
Nvidia's strategic investments could redefine US AI competitiveness, potentially leveling the playing field against China's cost-efficient models. The post Nvidia’s funding seen as key for US AI firms to compete with China appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 9:35:00 PM
Senator Blumenthal probes ties between Tether and Cantor Fitzgerald
Increased scrutiny on Tether's operations could lead to stricter regulations for stablecoins, impacting their liquidity and institutional adoption. The post Senator Blumenthal probes ties between Tether and Cantor Fitzgerald appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/8/2026, 9:27:16 PM
Top Democrat among Senate investigators probes ties between Cantor Fitzgerald, Tether
As Democrats steadily rise in their potential to take back a Senate majority, Senator Richard Blumenthal is digging into Tether's U.S. financial partnership.
By Jesse Hamilton 10/8/2026, 9:22:58 PM
Circle stock slips after US jobs data: Is $81 within reach?
Circle stock has slipped 0.80% to $80.19 in Thursday’s intraday trading after U.S. jobless claims came in below expectations, leaving CRCL below the $81 level as cryptocurrency prices weakened. The U.S. Labor Department reported 197,000 initial unemployment benefit applications for…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/8/2026, 9:19:57 PM
Luxembourg VC Nextblock’s $3M Bet Targets a Missing Piece of Crypto Finance
Luxembourg venture capital firm Nextblock has fully funded Soda Labs’ $3 million seed round to scale its programmable privacy infrastructure. Programmable Privacy Over Privacy Coins Luxembourg-based venture capital firm Nextblock has invested $3 million to fully fund the seed round for Soda Labs, a cryptographic infrastructure startup building...
By Terence Zimwara 10/8/2026, 9:10:52 PM
Bitcoin rebounds above $81,000 after Trump rules out Iran strikes
Bitcoin's rebound highlights market sensitivity to geopolitical tensions, underscoring the fragile balance between crypto and global events. The post Bitcoin rebounds above $81,000 after Trump rules out Iran strikes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/8/2026, 9:09:20 PM
AI super PAC’s strategy fails to replicate crypto’s election success
AI's internal divisions and lack of a unified strategy weaken its political influence, contrasting with crypto's focused legislative approach. The post AI super PAC’s strategy fails to replicate crypto’s election success appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 9:03:35 PM
Bitcoin crashes through $81,000 buy wall as $1 billion crypto liquidation bloodbath unfolds
Bitcoin registered an intraday low near $80,000 as a cryptocurrency selloff triggered over $1 billion in liquidations, overwhelmingly hitting traders betting on higher prices. The largest cryptocurrency traded around $80,744 as of press time, down 3% over 24 hours and roughly 4% over the past week, extending a retreat from its recent attempt to...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 10/8/2026, 9:00:13 PM
BNY Expands Regulated Crypto Custody Across The European Union Under MiCA
BNY has expanded its Digital Asset Custody platform to selected institutional clients across the European Union under MiCA. The move follows the addition of its European banking entity to the ESMA MiCA register and gives one of the world's largest custody banks a regulated route to hold and administer crypto assets in the region.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 9:00:00 PM
Binance Offers 50 USDT Referral Rewards To Expand Its African P2P Merchant Network
Binance has launched a P2P merchant referral campaign across around 20 African markets. Referrers and qualifying new merchants can each earn 50 USDT if the new merchant completes the required number of trades and reaches at least 10,000 USDT of volume within 30 days.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 9:00:00 PM
Sandisk stock drops 5% as AI storage jitters outweigh a Mizuho upgrade
The stock drop highlights investor concerns about AI infrastructure demand, potentially impacting the broader tech sector's growth outlook. The post Sandisk stock drops 5% as AI storage jitters outweigh a Mizuho upgrade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 8:59:28 PM
Is XRP Decentralized? Cyber Capital Founder Says It's 'Straight-Up Fraud'
XRP is facing fresh centralization allegations as Cyber Capital founder Justin Bons accuses the network of forcing validators to adopt closed-source code, calling its decentralization claims "straight-up fraud."
By Alex Dovbnya 10/8/2026, 8:44:35 PM
European institutions buy crypto dips amid market volatility
European institutions buying crypto dips may stabilize markets, signaling confidence in long-term value despite current volatility and outflows. The post European institutions buy crypto dips amid market volatility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 8:43:40 PM
SAP Pay adds USDC payments, with Circle Mint access required
Tereina’s Circle integration adds a settlement route inside SAP workflows, while institutional checks and regional conditions govern access. The post SAP Pay adds USDC payments, with Circle Mint access required appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 10/8/2026, 8:40:19 PM
CoreWeave institutional holders climb to 1,125 as total stake nears $40 billion
High institutional ownership in CoreWeave highlights confidence in AI infrastructure but poses risks if major holders shift sentiment rapidly. The post CoreWeave institutional holders climb to 1,125 as total stake nears $40 billion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 8:35:31 PM
Tesla’s former Optimus AI lead bets on robots that don’t look like people
The shift towards specialized non-humanoid robots could redefine industrial efficiency, challenging the dominance of general-purpose humanoids. The post Tesla’s former Optimus AI lead bets on robots that don’t look like people appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 8:35:11 PM
Iran’s President Pezeshkian reaffirms commitment to US negotiations
Iran's diplomatic engagement may stabilize its political landscape, reducing leadership change risks and influencing market perceptions. The post Iran’s President Pezeshkian reaffirms commitment to US negotiations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 8:32:27 PM
Coinbase Users in Michigan Will Lose Sports Markets This Weekend
Coinbase will switch off sports prediction markets for Michigan customers as Saturday begins, becoming the third platform to pull back from the state as its attorney general vows to bring “all sports betting into compliance with the law.” The Third Platform Shut Out of Michigan Coinbase customers in Michigan have until the first minute of […]
By Luci Kelemen 10/8/2026, 8:25:50 PM
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang receives National Medal of Science
Huang's recognition underscores the pivotal role of AI hardware in scientific progress, highlighting industry influence on research priorities. The post Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang receives National Medal of Science appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 8:24:30 PM
Anthropic says scientist used Claude Science to build first complete ultraviolet sky map
The creation of a complete ultraviolet sky map using AI highlights the potential for advanced tools to revolutionize data integration in astronomy. The post Anthropic says scientist used Claude Science to build first complete ultraviolet sky map appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 8:20:14 PM
Hunter Biden Blames Market Maker for LAPTOP Meme Coin Collapse
A forensic review found that as of early this month, the founder wallet still held 300 million LAPTOP with no outgoing token transfers.
By Wayne Jones 10/8/2026, 8:19:42 PM
Bitcoin reclaims $81K as Trump rules out pre-midterm Iran strikes
Bitcoin has reclaimed $81,000 after U.S. President Donald Trump ruled out attacks on Iran before the Nov. 3 midterm elections, while oil prices have retreated following his statement. President Donald Trump said in an Oct. 8 Truth Social post that…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/8/2026, 8:18:50 PM
Firmus postpones IPO, considers private funding round
Firmus's IPO delay highlights the volatility in AI infrastructure valuations, emphasizing the challenges of transitioning from private to public funding. The post Firmus postpones IPO, considers private funding round appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 8:18:28 PM
Amazon Web Services rebuilds its cloud plumbing for AI agents
AWS's AI-focused cloud updates could redefine cloud infrastructure, enhancing autonomy and security for AI agents, impacting future cloud strategies. The post Amazon Web Services rebuilds its cloud plumbing for AI agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 8:09:45 PM
Nasdaq Composite falls 337.38 points to 27,201.31 as OpenAI revenue report rattles AI stocks
The Nasdaq's sensitivity to AI forecasts highlights the volatility and risk in tech-heavy investments, impacting investor confidence and market stability. The post Nasdaq Composite falls 337.38 points to 27,201.31 as OpenAI revenue report rattles AI stocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 8:06:11 PM
Kain Warwick warns Hyperliquid’s HYPE token offers holders no investor protections
The lack of investor protections for HYPE token holders highlights the risks in DeFi, emphasizing reliance on code over legal safeguards. The post Kain Warwick warns Hyperliquid’s HYPE token offers holders no investor protections appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 8:05:46 PM
OpenAI board member Zico Kolter says AI cyber capabilities demand new safety measures
AI's evolving cyber capabilities necessitate continuous security investments, reshaping industry norms and regulatory compliance frameworks. The post OpenAI board member Zico Kolter says AI cyber capabilities demand new safety measures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/8/2026, 8:03:40 PM
How North Korean Hackers Launder Billions in Stolen Crypto
North Korea-linked operators use cross-chain swaps, decentralized exchanges and professional intermediaries to move stolen cryptocurrency. THORChain played a documented role in processing assets associated with the 2025 Bybit theft, illustrating how legitimate liquidity infrastructure can be exploited. OTC brokers and informal settlement networks...
By Alexander Zdravkov 10/8/2026, 8:00:32 PM
Bitcoin ETFs Bleed $484.9 Million As BlackRock Leads A Broad Day Of Outflows
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $484.9 million in net outflows on October 7, according to Farside Investors. BlackRock's IBIT led the withdrawals with $207.7 million leaving the fund, while Fidelity and ARK also posted nine-figure outflows.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 8:00:00 PM
Hyperscale Data Opens Invite-Only Access To Its Ault Blockchain DEX
Hyperscale Data says Ault Markets is now providing invite-only access to a decentralized exchange running in beta on the Ault Blockchain. The publicly listed company plans to expand the platform with additional assets, including tokenized precious metals.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 10/8/2026, 8:00:00 PM
CNBC Host Expects Bitcoin to Take Off in October; Here’s Why
Bitcoin has entered the final quarter of the year, and as usual, market participants, market analysts, and Bitcoin traders are anticipating a long-term price rally.
By Olivia Brooke 10/8/2026, 7:51:57 PM
BNB Chain leads tracked chains in tokenized equities with 41% market value
BNB Chain's dominance in tokenized equities highlights blockchain's potential to revolutionize traditional finance with 24/7 trading and low fees. The post BNB Chain leads tracked chains in tokenized equities with 41% market value appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/8/2026, 7:49:10 PM
Curve Finance: Ethereum’s Glamsterdam upgrade may boost DeFi execution
The Glamsterdam upgrade could enhance DeFi efficiency, potentially boosting Ethereum's market appeal and influencing future price dynamics. The post Curve Finance: Ethereum’s Glamsterdam upgrade may boost DeFi execution appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/8/2026, 7:46:44 PM
Wall Street's tokenization boom could have bigger winners than bitcoin and ether, Citrini says
The research firm sees tokenized stocks, bonds and loans creating new markets for trading and lending, with fee-generating platforms and companies poised to benefit.
By Krisztian Sandor 10/8/2026, 7:46:15 PM
33M Americans Are Eyeing Crypto, but the Next Wave Looks Different: Survey
An estimated 33 million Americans without crypto holdings are likely to buy this year, a new survey indicates. Their demographic profile could widen the market’s reach, while education and trust remain barriers to ownership. Potential Buyers Look Different From Current Crypto Holders More than 33 million Americans without cryptocurrency holdings...
By Kevin Helms 10/8/2026, 7:45:28 PM
Ethereum’s Glamsterdam upgrade could ease DeFi congestion, Curve says
Curve Finance has said Ethereum’s Glamsterdam upgrade could give complex DeFi transactions more reliable access to blockspace, citing mainnet checks in which a leveraged borrow used about 1.84 million gas against 125,000 for a direct stablecoin swap. Curve Finance, the…
By Lawrence Mondal 10/8/2026, 7:41:38 PM