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FTX and Alameda Wallets Transfer $75 Million in Ether to Wintermute
Wallets linked to FTX and Alameda Research transferred approximately $75 million in ether (ETH) to crypto market maker Wintermute, according to on-chain data.
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September 2026
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Raiffeisen to Launch Crypto Trading in 11 European Markets via Bitpanda
Raiffeisen network banks will offer crypto trading services across 11 European markets through Bitpanda, potentially reaching about 18 million customers.
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BlackRock Envisions AI Agents Acquiring Computing Power and Data with Stablecoins
Asset management giant BlackRock foresees a future where AI agents will autonomously acquire computing power and data utilizing stablecoins.
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BitMEX Ceases Exchange Operations After 11 Years, Withdrawals Remain Open
Crypto derivatives platform BitMEX has officially ended its exchange operations after more than 11 years, with withdrawals still available for users.
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Zcash NU7 Upgrade to Render Legacy Sprout Pool Funds Unspendable in November
A proposed Zcash network upgrade, NU7, is set to disable version 4 transactions in November, making ZEC held in the legacy Sprout shielded pool unspendable.
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Coinbase Launches USDC Lending Against Bitcoin with Fixed Rates
Coinbase users can now borrow **USDC** stablecoins against their **bitcoin** holdings, featuring a **fixed interest rate** and a predetermined **repayment date**.
Altcoins2m read
XRP Ledger Plans Upgrade to Enable Banks to Split Payment and Compliance Functions
The XRP Ledger is set to activate an upgrade on October 5 that allows banks to split payment and compliance duties.
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US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Attract $1.7 Billion in Two Days, BTC Rises Above Holder Cost Basis
US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw over $1.7 billion in net inflows in two days, pushing Bitcoin's price above its holders' average cost basis.
Regulation2m read
David Sacks Steps Down as Trump's AI and Crypto Czar
David Sacks, previously appointed by Donald Trump as his AI and crypto czar, has stepped down earlier this year after reaching his service limit.
Markets2m read
Malicious iOS App FomoPeek Linked to $580,000 Crypto Theft, SlowMist Reports
Blockchain security firm SlowMist has linked the malicious iOS app FomoPeek to the theft of $580,000 in cryptocurrency by exploiting iOS kernel vulnerabilities.
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Solana Tests Alpenglow Upgrade, Targeting 150 Millisecond Transaction Finality
Solana is testing its **Alpenglow** upgrade, which could slash transaction finality from **12.8 seconds** to just **150 milliseconds**, boosting real-time use cases.
Bitcoin2m read
Bitcoin on Track for Rare Three-Month Winning Streak Not Seen Since 2012
Bitcoin's 10% September gain positions it for a rare three-month winning streak, a pattern not witnessed since 2012.
Markets2m read
BlackRock Identifies AI as Major Driver for Stablecoin and Tokenized Computing Demand
BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, states that AI agents will significantly boost demand for stablecoins and tokenized computing capacity.
Markets2m read
Zcash Surges 10% as Bitcoin Holds $87,000 Amidst US Government Stockpile Bill Progress
Zcash (ZEC) surged **10%**, leading crypto majors, as **Bitcoin (BTC)** held near **$87,000**, with easing inflation concerns and a US government Bitcoin stockpile bill advancing.
Regulation2m read
OpenAI, Anthropic CEOs to Brief UN Security Council on AI Risks
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei will brief the **UN Security Council** on **AI risks** and their implications for global security.
Regulation2m read
CFTC Issues Warning on Risky Prediction Market 'Mention Contracts'
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued a warning regarding the risks associated with prediction market "mention contracts" weeks after fining an individual over $107,000.
Regulation2m read
CFTC Warns of Cheating Risks in 'Mention Markets' on Prediction Platforms
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued a new advisory highlighting cheating risks in 'mention markets' on prediction platforms.
Regulation2m read
Lummis Blames Democrats' 'Visceral Hatred for Trump' for Clarity Act Failure
Senator Cynthia Lummis stated that the crypto industry should "pin it on the Democrats" for the Clarity Act's failure, citing their "visceral hatred for Donald Trump."
DeFi2m read
Arch Lending to Integrate Tokenized Equities as Onchain Collateral
Arch Lending announced plans to accept tokenized equities as collateral, signaling a growing integration of traditional assets into DeFi.
Regulation2m read
Republican Senator Calls for Probe into US Presidents' Sons' Crypto Ventures
A Republican senator has called for an inquiry into the crypto ventures of US presidents' sons, citing their ties to the presidency.
Regulation2m read
White House, Treasury Shift Crypto Market Structure Focus to Regulators, Dimming Clarity Act Hopes
White House and U.S. Treasury officials indicate that establishing crypto market structure now rests with regulators, diminishing hopes for the Clarity Act in Congress.
Markets2m read
Canada's Largest Banks Explore Tokenized Canadian Dollar Deposits for Interbank Payments
Canada's six largest banks are exploring tokenized Canadian dollar deposits for interbank payments after recent regulatory clarity.
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Canada's 'Big Six' Banks to Pilot Interbank Tokenized Deposit System
Canada's "Big Six" banks are set to launch an interbank tokenized deposit initiative, focusing initially on digital commercial deposits.
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21shares Launches First European Zcash ETP on Euronext Paris and Amsterdam
21shares has listed the first European exchange-traded product (ETP) for Zcash (ZEC) on Euronext Paris and Amsterdam, expanding institutional access.
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Bitcoin Holds Above $86,000 as Trump Pledges Iran Deal Post-Midterms Amidst Falling Oil Prices
Bitcoin price held above $86,000 as US President Donald Trump pledged a deal with Iran after November's midterm election.
Regulation2m read
CLARITY Act Vote Failure Expected to Drive Increased Crypto PAC Spending in 2026 Elections
The failure of the CLARITY Act vote could intensify crypto industry political spending in the 2026 US House and Senate elections.
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ECB, EU Central Banks Seek MiCA Stablecoin Reserve Changes to Prevent Lender Strain
The **ECB** and **EU central banks** are advocating for **MiCA** stablecoin reserve requirements to shift from **bank deposits** to **liquidity thresholds**, aiming to prevent strain on **lenders**.
Regulation2m read
SEC Chief Crypto Counsel Indicates Agency's Focus on Firm Comfort with Blockchain and Crypto Assets
Taylor Lindman, the top lawyer on the U.S. SEC's Crypto Task Force, stated the agency is focused on making firms comfortable with blockchain technology and crypto assets.
Regulation2m read
European Central Banks Push to Expand Yield Ban to Crypto Lending and Staking
European central banks are pushing to extend the existing ban on stablecoin yields to crypto lending and staking, citing concerns over financial system competition.
Bitcoin2m read
Researchers Trace 1.1 Million Early Bitcoin, Reigniting Satoshi Identity Debate
Researchers have identified an estimated **1.1 million Bitcoin (BTC)** linked to a distinctive early mining operation, fueling ongoing speculation about Satoshi Nakamoto's true identity.
Markets2m read
Repetitive Trade Sizes Dominate Bitcoin and Ether Perpetual Volumes on Kalshi, CoinDesk Reports
CoinDesk research reveals that a repetitive **$5,499** trade size dominates **57%** of sampled Ether perpetual volume on **Kalshi**, while **$2,500** and **$5,000** trades account for **54%** of Bitcoin's.
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Binance Invests $100 Million in Circle to Expand USDC Promotion Partnership
Binance has acquired a **$100 million** stake in stablecoin issuer Circle as part of an expanded **five-year partnership** to promote the **USDC** stablecoin.
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Payward-Backed Reap to Launch Mexican Peso Stablecoin for 24/7 Cross-Border FX
Reap, backed by Payward, is set to launch a Mexican peso stablecoin, aiming to revolutionize 24/7 cross-border foreign exchange settlement.
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Large 'Bitcoin Butterfly' Option Trade Bets $3.2 Million on BTC Reaching $95,000 by October
A **$3.2 million** "bitcoin butterfly" options trade placed on **September 22, 2026**, bets on **Bitcoin (BTC)** reaching **$95,000** by the end of **October**.
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ECB to Directly Purchase Tokenized Securities on New Pontes DLT Platform
The European Central Bank will buy tokenized public-sector securities, settling trades via its new Pontes DLT to gain firsthand market experience.
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Binance Acquires $100M Stake in Circle for 5-Year USDC Promotion Deal
Binance has acquired a **$100 million** stake in stablecoin issuer Circle as part of a **five-year deal** to promote **USDC** adoption.
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Bitcoin Recovers to $86,000 as Falling Oil Prices Bolster Risk Appetite
Bitcoin's price rebounded to trade near $86,000, supported by a drop in WTI crude oil below $90 and strong global stock market performance.
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Bitcoin Holds Steady Near $86,000 as WTI Crude Oil Dips on Iran News
Bitcoin holds near $86,000 as WTI crude oil drops to $90 on reports that Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days.
Regulation2m read
Binance Under US Federal Probe for Alleged Iran Sanctions Violations
Cryptocurrency giant Binance is reportedly under investigation by U.S. federal prosecutors for allegedly allowing users to bypass U.S. sanctions on Iran.
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Glassnode's Altcoin Cycle Signal Activates as Bitcoin Dominance Stalls Below 60%
Glassnode’s Altcoin Cycle Signal has activated, indicating a potential altseason as Bitcoin’s market-cap share remains stalled below 60%.
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Crypto Market Cap Reclaims $3 Trillion as Bitcoin Nears $86,000 Amid Altcoin Rally
The total cryptocurrency market capitalization has surged past $3 trillion, with Bitcoin trading near $86,000 and altcoins posting significant gains.
Markets2m read
Animoca Brands Delays IPO, Suspends Merger Talks with Currenc
Animoca Brands has delayed its IPO plans and suspended merger talks with Currenc, an entity it planned to own 95% of.
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White Hat Hackers Recover 40% of Bitcoin from Coldcard Exploit's Second Wave
White hat hackers successfully recovered approximately 40% of the Bitcoin impacted in the Coldcard exploit's second wave, transferring it to a Wyoming trust for victims.
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Solstice CEO Predicts Less Volatile Crypto Bull Runs Due to Maturing Market
Solstice CEO Ben Nadareski suggests future crypto bull runs will be less volatile, attributing this to deeper liquidity and growing institutional participation.
Bitcoin2m read
Spot Bitcoin ETFs See Nearly $1 Billion Inflow, BTC Hits January High
Spot bitcoin ETFs attracted nearly **$1 billion** in inflows on **Monday**, the **9th largest ever**, as **Bitcoin (BTC)** hit its **highest price since January**.
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US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Attract Nearly $1 Billion, BTC Briefly Tops $87,000
US spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted nearly $1 billion on Monday, marking their largest daily inflow since October 2025, as Bitcoin briefly climbed above $87,000.
Markets2m read
Animoca Brands Halts Currenc Merger Talks, Delays Nasdaq Listing
Blockchain gaming giant Animoca Brands has suspended its reverse merger talks with Currenc, delaying its anticipated Nasdaq debut.
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Whitehats Transfer 52 Bitcoin from Coldcard Exploit to Recovery Trust
Whitehat hackers have moved 52 Bitcoin (BTC) originating from the Coldcard exploit to an address linked to a recovery trust, as reported by Galaxy Digital.
Regulation2m read
Australian Treasury's 40-Year Outlook Recognizes AI, Omits Crypto
The Australian Treasury's 40-year economic outlook acknowledges AI but conspicuously omits cryptocurrency, drawing criticism from Coinbase.
Markets2m read
Elon Musk's X Integrates Crypto and Stock Trading with Coinbase, Kraken Partnerships for US Users
Elon Musk's X now allows U.S. users to view live crypto and stock charts and access trading platforms like Coinbase and Kraken via cashtags.
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Dogecoin Surges 15% as Short Squeeze Triggers $844 Million in Liquidations, Bitcoin Holds Above $85,000
Dogecoin surged by **15%**, leading a market rebound after a **$844 million** short squeeze, while **Bitcoin** remained stable above **$85,000**.
Altcoins2m read
Cardano Integrates with x402 Kit for AI Agent Payments, Joins Solana and XRP Ledger
Cardano has integrated its tools into the x402 kit, enabling AI agents to pay with ADA and other network tokens, currently tested in pre-production.
DeFi2m read
Trueo Prediction Market Migrates from Base to Ethereum Mainnet
Trueo, a prediction market, has migrated from the Base Layer 2 blockchain to the Ethereum mainnet for greater integration potential.
Markets2m read
Kakao Pay and KakaoBank Partner Fireblocks to Explore Stablecoin Opportunities
South Korean fintech giants Kakao Pay and KakaoBank are partnering with Fireblocks to explore digital asset opportunities, specifically focusing on stablecoin infrastructure.
Regulation2m read
Manhattan US Attorney Leads Probe into Binance’s Iran Sanctions Compliance
The Manhattan US Attorney's Office is reportedly leading a federal investigation into Binance for alleged violations of US sanctions against Iran.
Markets2m read
Bitcoin Breaks Out to $86,000, But Leverage Concerns Mount
Bitcoin has surged to **$86,000**, with its continued rally dependent on **spot buyers** amidst increasing market **leverage**.