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Bitcoin has surged above $85,000 amid heightened market volatility. This analysis examines the technical breakout, explores potential catalysts behind the rally, and provides essential risk management guidance for navigating current conditions.
Read MoreA core member of the ShinyHunters hacking group has been detained in Jordan and is cooperating with the FBI to identify accomplices. The group claimed to have stolen sensitive data from FBI employees, targeting global corporations for data theft and extortion.
Read MoreIran is reviewing a new US proposal delivered via Qatar, outlining a roadmap and timeline for final negotiations. The proposal builds on existing frameworks but seeks accelerated nuclear talks. Iran insists the US must first fulfill commitments like sanctions relief, with its seven core conditions unchanged. Talks with Oman on new Strait of Hormuz shipping routes have also progressed.
Read MorePresident Trump has renewed a pledge to give $5,000 to every U.S. adult if Republicans win the midterms. The $1.2 trillion plan could be the largest post-pandemic stimulus, but requires spending within the U.S. and faces implementation hurdles.
Read MoreNext week's focus is on the Fed's September minutes for clues on December's rate decision. G7's strategic oil release adds volatility to energy markets. Speeches and minutes from the BOJ, ECB, and RBI will also shape global liquidity expectations.
Read MoreAmazon unveiled a five-year, multi-billion-dollar initiative to invest in communities hosting its U.S. data centers. Funding targets workforce development, infrastructure, and public services. The company also pledged to end government NDAs for data center projects and annually disclose its energy and water usage.
Read MoreData reveals over 70% of tokenized stock trading on Uniswap in September occurred outside U.S. market hours, with nearly half during complete exchange closures. This signals a shift toward 24/7 price discovery, as weekend price movements increasingly predict Monday openings, highlighting the rise of continuous on-chain markets.
Read MorePresident Trump publicly pressured the Senate to vote immediately on the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to make Daylight Saving Time permanent and end biannual clock changes. He criticized a senator for blocking the bill and highlighted its broad House support and public frustration.
Read MoreDavid Robinson, head of OpenAI's safety systems team, has resigned. He was also instrumental in policy planning and AI transparency initiatives, including the development of model "system cards." His departure may impact OpenAI's approach to AI governance.
Read MoreNEAR Intents achieved its highest monthly fee revenue this year in September, per Delphi Digital. The surge is linked to its new private transaction features, which saw over $70M in confidential balances on launch day, indicating strong market demand for privacy in DeFi.
Read MoreKey developments emerged in crypto on Oct 3. Visa reported a ~200% surge in stablecoin-linked card payments, with corporate use rising. US regulators saw action: DOJ won't reopen a probe, CFTC approved Coinbase as a clearing organization, and a judge granted a preliminary injunction. South Korean exchanges faced profit declines, while a major token team executed significant sales.
Read MoreThe US CFTC warns about online romance scams that lure victims into fraudulent crypto investments. These schemes caused over $35 billion in losses in 2023. The article details six key red flags identified by regulators to help users spot and avoid these sophisticated frauds.
Read MoreArbitrum has temporarily halted activation of new Stylus contracts on its networks as a precaution against sophisticated AI-assisted attack vectors. Existing applications continue to operate normally, with no immediate funds at risk. The move aims to mitigate potential denial-of-service threats.
Read MoreVisa reports stablecoin-linked card payment volume surged nearly 200% year-over-year, with corporate cards driving 17% of transactions. Payments are now stablecoins' fastest-growing use case, with an estimated $401-527B in annual volume. Cross-border B2B payments dominate at 43%, highlighting real-world business adoption.
Read MoreVisa reports nearly 200% annual growth in stablecoin-linked card payments, with corporate use driving significant volume. Payment is now stablecoins' fastest-growing use case, with an estimated annual transaction value exceeding $400 billion. B2B cross-border payments account for 43% of this activity.
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