Hyperliquid perpetual contracts now available on Bloomberg Terminal
The integration of Hyperliquid on Bloomberg Terminal signals a pivotal shift towards institutional acceptance of decentralized finance platforms. The post Hyperliquid perpetual contracts now available on Bloomberg Terminal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/5/2026, 6:17:51 AM
OKX and NYSE Parent ICE Target Onchain Trading for 63 U.S. Stocks
OKX and NYSE parent ICE target 63 U.S. stocks for onchain trading under new SEC rules that preserve full shareholder rights.
By Alexander Zdravkov 10/5/2026, 6:15:25 AM
Bitcoin faces major short liquidation cluster near $90K, Glassnode says
The potential for a major short squeeze near $90K could trigger significant market volatility, impacting Bitcoin's price dynamics and trader strategies. The post Bitcoin faces major short liquidation cluster near $90K, Glassnode says appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/5/2026, 6:05:30 AM
Finland investigates Google over 300 hectares of forest cleared for data center
The investigation highlights the growing importance of environmental compliance in data center development, potentially affecting future investments. The post Finland investigates Google over 300 hectares of forest cleared for data center appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/5/2026, 6:04:12 AM
Bitcoin price prediction for October: Best and worst cases for BTC
Bitcoin price has begun October near $85,000 after a weak U.S. jobs report lifted hopes that the Federal Reserve will leave rates unchanged this month. A return to the high $90,000s requires more than a policy pause: sustained spot demand…
By Rony Roy 10/5/2026, 5:58:46 AM
Chinese AI labs challenge US dominance, close gap with OpenAI, Anthropic
The rise of Chinese AI labs could reshape global AI leadership dynamics, challenging U.S. dominance and altering market confidence. The post Chinese AI labs challenge US dominance, close gap with OpenAI, Anthropic appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/5/2026, 5:58:15 AM
U.S. crypto holders face final Oct. 15 tax deadline
U.S. crypto taxpayers with filing extensions generally have until Oct. 15 to submit 2025 returns as Form 1099-DA reporting begins.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/5/2026, 5:50:29 AM
Bitcoin Faces Make-or-Break Resistance at $87,200
Bitcoin bulls are once again closing in on the crucial $87,200 resistance zone, a level that has repeatedly rejected the cryptocurrency in recent weeks.
By Alex Dovbnya 10/5/2026, 5:40:53 AM
Zcash NU7 goes live on testnet with 25 second blocks
Zcash has activated its NU7 network upgrade on testnet at block 4,465,026, putting its planned 25 second blocks and new fee mechanism into live testing ahead of a targeted Nov. 5 mainnet rollout. According to Zcash testnet block data, the…
By Rony Roy 10/5/2026, 5:34:30 AM
Ethereum Price Analysis: ETH Holds Bullish Structure, but $2.8K Remains the Key Hurdle
Ethereum is holding at $2.7K after another rejection from overhead resistance. Buyers have preserved the broader upward structure, but a sustained breakout is still needed to turn the current consolidation into a fresh bullish leg. Ethereum Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily chart, Ethereum continues to consolidate around the lower...
By Shayan Markets 10/5/2026, 5:33:46 AM
Payward and SGB Bring 24/7 Fiat Settlement to Crypto Markets
Payward integrates SGB Net for 24/7 USD settlement, linking Kraken's institutional markets with regulated banking rails in Asia and the Gulf.
By Alexander Zdravkov 10/5/2026, 5:30:55 AM
Webull Becomes X Cashtag Partner for Crypto and Stock Trading
Webull has joined X’s Cashtag Partner Program to connect stock and cryptocurrency discussions with its investing platform. The agreement also creates opportunities to use social media data alongside market information for investors making their own trading decisions. Webull Connects X’s Crypto Conversations With Trading Investors discussing stocks...
By Kevin Helms 10/5/2026, 5:30:16 AM
Google Gemini cited in $69K crypto scam report
A crypto investigator says Tronify.rent took $69,651 from about 80 victims after one victim said Google Gemini had called the site safe.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/5/2026, 5:21:30 AM
Solana Price Forecast: SOL rally remains capped as ETF inflows ease
Solana (SOL) price edges lower on Monday, hovering around $120 after four consecutive days of trading in the green. The institutional support for SOL eased last week, with total inflows of less than $2.50 million, from over $188 million in the previous week.
By N/A 10/5/2026, 5:20:31 AM
Trump Launches ‘Super Intelligence Force’ to Drive US AI Leadership
President Donald Trump has named intelligence chief Jay Clayton to lead a new Super Intelligence Force, days after ordering federal agencies to stop using the term artificial intelligence. The post Trump Launches ‘Super Intelligence Force’ to Drive US AI Leadership appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 10/5/2026, 5:11:01 AM
Zcash group starts lobbying U.S. lawmakers to push crypto policy
Zcash advocacy group PGPZ has registered to lobby in Washington on the CLARITY Act, crypto taxes, privacy and developer protections.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/5/2026, 5:09:45 AM
Spot Bitcoin ETFs see $241M in net inflows for third straight week
Sustained inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs could stabilize market prices, but concentration in a few funds may mask broader investor sentiment. The post Spot Bitcoin ETFs see $241M in net inflows for third straight week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/5/2026, 5:05:09 AM
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 Felix Ng 10/5/2026, 5:00:00 AM
China’s Spies Put Crypto Under the Microscope
China's Ministry of State Security says crypto has become a tool for money launderers, hackers and foreign spies, and that the anonymity spy agencies promise recruits does not survive a trace. The post China’s Spies Put Crypto Under the Microscope appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 10/5/2026, 4:57:23 AM
OpenAI Agent Incidents Spread Across Australian Government Sites as Review Costs Soar
OpenAI is probing Australian government-site incidents, spending above US$500,000 daily, as executives prepare to face parliamentary scrutiny on 6 October 2026. The post OpenAI Agent Incidents Spread Across Australian Government Sites as Review Costs Soar appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Aaron Feuerstein 10/5/2026, 4:49:30 AM
Joint venture of OKX and NYSE parent ICE files for 24/7 tokenized U.S. stock trading
OKXICE, the joint venture of OKX and ICE, plans to launch tokenized U.S. stocks under SEC's new innovation exemption.
By Omkar Godbole 10/5/2026, 4:45:03 AM
Zcash’s 25-second blocks go live on public testnet ahead of schedule
NU7 cuts the target block time from 75 seconds to 25, giving exchanges, wallets and developers a live rehearsal before a planned November mainnet launch.
By Shaurya Malwa 10/5/2026, 4:41:35 AM
Bitcoin Tops $86K Amid Strong ETF Inflows, 3x Crypto Products Win Approval
Bitcoin rises as ETF inflows, new US regulatory guidance and leveraged-product approvals lifted sentiment, while analysts flagged resistance near US$87,400 too. The post Bitcoin Tops $86K Amid Strong ETF Inflows, 3x Crypto Products Win Approval appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Aaron Feuerstein 10/5/2026, 4:37:56 AM
Kraken parent Payward and SGB launch 24/7 settlement for institutions
Kraken parent Payward has connected to Singapore Gulf Bank’s SGB Net, giving select institutions 24/7 U.S. dollar settlement.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/5/2026, 4:34:08 AM
Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Hits Garantex With Asset Freeze
Japan added Russian crypto exchange Garantex to its asset-freeze list this week, joining the U.S. and European Union in targeting a platform Treasury says handled more than $100 million tied to ransomware and other illicit activity. There’s one catch. U.S. authorities seized Garantex’s domain in March 2025, and Treasury says its staff had already...
By Jamie Redman 10/5/2026, 4:30:26 AM
Dogecoin Price Forecast: ETF inflows and technicals fuel recovery
Dogecoin (DOGE) extends its gains, trading above $0.096 on Monday after finding support around the key support zone last week. Continued inflows into spot DOGE Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), alongside strengthening derivatives metrics, indicate improving market sentiment.
By N/A 10/5/2026, 4:23:55 AM
Bitcoin zooms toward $87,000, nearly setting an eight-month high, then reverses
Bitcoin came within about $500 of its late-September peak before sellers pushed it back under $86,000. It's the second rally in a week to stall.
By Shaurya Malwa 10/5/2026, 4:23:25 AM
OKX seeks SEC approval for 63 tokenized U.S. stocks
OKX and NYSE parent ICE seek to offer 63 tokenized U.S. stocks under the SEC’s new five-year trading exemption.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/5/2026, 4:13:39 AM
Crypto bears get squeezed as $113 million in shorts liquidated in 24 hours
The liquidation of crypto shorts highlights the volatility and risks in leveraged trading, potentially leading to further market instability. The post Crypto bears get squeezed as $113 million in shorts liquidated in 24 hours appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/5/2026, 4:10:06 AM
XRP and SOL ETF Demand Craters as Weekly Inflows Drop 94%+
The past week was entirely different than the previous one.
By Jordan Lyanchev 10/5/2026, 4:05:43 AM
Binance tightens Brazil crypto transfers from Nov. 1
Binance will require Brazilian users to give purpose and counterparty details for international crypto transfers starting Nov. 1 under BCB rules.
By Olivia Stephanie 10/5/2026, 3:58:33 AM
Ether's bitcoin-beating Q3 rally came with a catch. Liquidity thinned.
Ether beat bitcoin in the third quarter, but its market liquidity got thinner, according to Coingecko.
By Omkar Godbole 10/5/2026, 3:50:29 AM
Zcash activates NU7 on testnet ahead of November mainnet target
Zcash’s NU7 upgrade is now live on testnet, giving developers several weeks to assess 25-second blocks and other protocol changes before a planned November mainnet activation.
By Ezra Reguerra 10/5/2026, 3:47:19 AM
Cardano Price Forecast: ADA rally strengthens bullish breakout setup
Cardano (ADA) price extends a steady recovery on Monday, trading above $0.2600 after a 6% rise the previous day. The altcoin sees strong retail demand, with ADA futures Open Interest up 15% in 24 hours and the funding rate remaining positive.
By N/A 10/5/2026, 3:46:50 AM
Prediction Markets Beat Traditional Polls in Brazilian Election
While some national polls favored President Lula over Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, Polymarket accurately predicted the opposite outcome days before the polls, giving Bolsonaro a lead. This behavior is similar to what happened before the 2024 U.S. presidential election, when Trump emerged victorious. Polymarket Beats Polls In the Brazilian Election...
By Sergio Goschenko 10/5/2026, 3:46:11 AM
OKX, NYSE parent file to launch tokenized US stock platform
The stock trading platform seeks to offer tokenized shares in more than 60 US-listed companies under the SEC’s recently introduced innovation exemption.
By Felix Ng 10/5/2026, 3:44:09 AM
Payward partners with Singapore Gulf Bank for 24/7 settlement services
This partnership could revolutionize institutional trading by enabling seamless, round-the-clock capital movement, enhancing market responsiveness. The post Payward partners with Singapore Gulf Bank for 24/7 settlement services appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Kaye Quema 10/5/2026, 3:41:29 AM
Euro hits 17-month low amid Spain election uncertainty
Political instability in Spain could exacerbate eurozone fiscal challenges, influencing investor confidence and impacting the euro's stability. The post Euro hits 17-month low amid Spain election uncertainty appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/5/2026, 3:37:30 AM
Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC, ETH and XRP extend multi‑week rally as bulls target higher levels
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) extend gains on Monday, after posting weeks of gains since mid-September. The three cryptocurrencies now eye key upside targets as bullish momentum strengthens: $90,000 for BTC, $3,000 for ETH, and $1.90 for XRP.
By N/A 10/5/2026, 3:34:25 AM
Greenfield Capital takes Safe Ecosystem governance fight to Swiss regulator
Greenfield's regulatory complaint could prompt increased scrutiny on governance practices in decentralized ecosystems, impacting investor trust. The post Greenfield Capital takes Safe Ecosystem governance fight to Swiss regulator appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By John Chen 10/5/2026, 3:25:24 AM
Ethereum’s zkAPI Gives AI Payments a Privacy Cloak With a Catch
The Ethereum Foundation and Open Anonymity Project have launched zkAPI, a system that lets people prepay for AI and other metered services without attaching their billing identity to every request. Live on Ethereum mainnet since Oct. 1, zkAPI uses zero-knowledge proofs and disposable API keys to separate the person paying from what they’re buying....
By Jamie Redman 10/5/2026, 3:20:24 AM
Malaysia plans to introduce its first dedicated AI law by early 2027
Malaysia's AI law could enhance regulatory clarity, boost investor confidence, and position the country as a regional AI development hub. The post Malaysia plans to introduce its first dedicated AI law by early 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/5/2026, 3:18:10 AM
Safe investor asks Swiss watchdog to intervene in governance dispute
Greenfield Capital said it sought changes to Safe Ecosystem Foundation’s board for months before turning to the Swiss regulator.
By Felix Ng 10/5/2026, 3:12:21 AM
Asia’s AI boom leaves four major economies exposed to a potential bust
Asia's heavy investment in AI heightens economic vulnerability, risking significant disruption if the AI market experiences a downturn. The post Asia’s AI boom leaves four major economies exposed to a potential bust appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/5/2026, 2:38:44 AM
Center for AI Safety releases CheatBench to measure how often AI agents cheat
CheatBench highlights the need for robust AI alignment strategies to prevent reward gaming, ensuring AI systems act in users' best interests. The post Center for AI Safety releases CheatBench to measure how often AI agents cheat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Diego Almada Lopez 10/5/2026, 2:24:10 AM
Anthropic faces $42B net loss ahead of $2T IPO valuation
Anthropic's financial instability may deter investor confidence, impacting its competitive edge and market positioning in the AI sector. The post Anthropic faces $42B net loss ahead of $2T IPO valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/5/2026, 2:20:42 AM
Ethereum liquidity drops below 50% of Bitcoin’s level
Ethereum's reduced liquidity compared to Bitcoin may lead to increased trading costs and volatility, impacting institutional trading strategies. The post Ethereum liquidity drops below 50% of Bitcoin’s level appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 10/5/2026, 2:14:02 AM
Anthropic resignation linked to AI self-modification risks: Microsoft AI CEO
The resignation highlights growing concerns over AI governance, potentially influencing industry standards and investor confidence in AI safety. The post Anthropic resignation linked to AI self-modification risks: Microsoft AI CEO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 10/5/2026, 2:11:44 AM
How Backlinks Influence What AI Search Engines Cite
For the better part of two decades, link acquisition has been the most measurable activity...
By Visionary Financial 10/5/2026, 2:07:49 AM
Why XRP Appeals to Institutional Investors, Bitwise CIO Explains
XRP’s long history and familiar financial applications help explain its appeal to institutional investors, according to Bitwise’s investment chief. His comments frame advisor interest around confidence in the asset’s longevity and connections to established financial functions. XRP’s Staying Power Gives Advisors Confidence Financial advisors...
By Kevin Helms 10/5/2026, 2:01:36 AM