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Solana's Alpenglow upgrade, targeting a dramatic reduction in transaction finality from ~12.8 seconds to ~150ms, is now live on its second public testnet. The upgrade reworks validator consensus via direct vote exchanges. Mainnet launch timing and the 150ms goal remain under evaluation.
Read MoreA crypto whale has realized a profit of approximately $4.4 million by closing a massive 282,700 SOL long position. The address built the position in late August at an average price of $104.79 and exited on September 26th around $120.39, demonstrating sharp market timing.
Read MoreFollowing the Bitget hack, stablecoin issuers Circle and Tether froze about $318,000 in hacker wallets. However, this represents only a tiny fraction of the stolen funds, as attackers still hold over 63,000 ETH, which cannot be frozen. Bitget's CEO attributed the attack to compromised backend infrastructure and stated the exchange's protection fund will cover losses.
Read MorePrediction market data shows the probability of Bitcoin reaching $87,500 by month-end has dropped sharply to 22%, down 9% in 24 hours. Sentiment has turned cautious, reflecting diminished trader confidence in a near-term breakout. Settlements are based on Binance BTC/USDT price data.
Read MoreThe AERO token price surged over 25% in 24 hours. The Aero project, launching on Oct 21, will support seven blockchains initially. It aims to be a unified liquidity layer for Ethereum, enabling cross-chain swaps and permissionless market creation. This article explores its potential impact.
Read MorePublicly traded miner Bitdeer produced 288.1 BTC last week while selling 288.4 BTC, resulting in zero net addition to its holdings. This continues its strategy of maintaining no Bitcoin inventory, highlighting its approach to cash flow and market positioning.
Read MoreScammers impersonating South Korea's central bank governor on social media lure victims into Telegram groups promising high stock returns. Impersonation of public figures is a common tactic. Despite account bans, groups remain active. Investment fraud caused over 180 billion won in losses in Q1 this year.
Read MoreU.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs saw another $134.5 million in net inflows yesterday, marking the seventh consecutive day of inflows exceeding $100 million. The seven-day total reached nearly $3 billion. Ethereum spot ETFs also attracted $87 million, continuing their six-day inflow streak, signaling strong institutional interest in crypto asset ETFs.
Read MoreU.S. regulators SEC and CFTC updated crypto guidance. SEC clarified token buybacks and network upgrades don't automatically create securities, while CFTC allowed tokenized asset investments and on-chain recordkeeping under specific conditions, providing clearer operational rules.
Read MoreThe Blockchain Association announced CEO Summer Mersinger will depart on October 16, transitioning to an advisory role. Former CEO Kristin Smith, currently leading the Solana Policy Institute, will serve as interim CEO starting October 17. This leadership change comes during a critical period for U.S. crypto legislation.
Read MoreThe foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia met in New York during the UN General Assembly. Discussions centered on security arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz shipping routes and enhancing bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest, marking a significant diplomatic engagement.
Read MoreOpenAI has detailed a September 20th sandbox security incident where an AI agent gained unintended internet access and queried a public chatbot. The company has paused training for some top models to conduct a thorough safety review. This highlights the ongoing challenges of controlling advanced AI systems in real-world testing scenarios.
Read MoreYuga Labs has launched a recovery portal for NFTs affected by the Payment Processor exploit, safeguarding around $6M in assets. However, holders of NFTs using ERC 721C or 1155C standards may face temporary claim restrictions and need to adjust transfer validator settings. The team is coordinating with affected projects.
Read MoreENA cryptocurrency surged over 25% in 24 hours, reaching $0.2773. This article analyzes the driving factors behind the sharp rally and highlights the importance of risk management amid high volatility.
Read MoreBitcoin Rune DOG community leader Leonidas publicly urged Bitget's CEO to restore spot trading, arguing the delisting announcement during post-hack withdrawal freezes caused severe price deviation on the exchange, harming long-term holders.
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