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Starknet says it is actively considering leaving its role as an Ethereum Layer 2 and becoming a standalone Layer 1 blockchain. The project says the shift could help it become the first fully quantum-resistant network by 2027; its token rose 20% after the announcement.
1. OVERNIGHT MOVES The watchlist is mixed but nearly flat: BTC $83,109 (+0.4%), ETH $2,505.17 (+0.4%), and SOL $109.65 (0.0%).
Morgan Creek Capital Management CEO Mark Yusko believes Bitcoin has transitioned from distribution to accumulation, driven by rising global liquidity and institutional adoption. With the asset trading below estimated fair value, Yusko sees a durable path toward long-term gains.
Blockchain.com has filed for designated contract market and futures commission merchant licenses with the CFTC, aiming to operate its own regulated prediction markets and crypto derivatives in the US. The NFL separately filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to hear a case arguing that Kalshi's sports contracts are gambling, not swaps.
Securitize has launched tokenized versions of US stocks on the Solana blockchain, including Apple, Nvidia, and Strategy. These tokens are backed 1:1 by real shares and offer dividends and USDC settlement. This move could make stock trading more accessible and efficient.
Ledger is investigating hardware wallets sold by a Southeast Asian reseller after reports of $86 million in crypto thefts. Users are advised to check their devices for tampering.
The XRP Ledger was patched to fix a critical bug that could have allowed the creation of billions of dollars in XRP from nothing. Researchers demonstrated how the flaw could be exploited, prompting an emergency software release.
Total market cap shed 3.80% to $2.785T, with 24h volume collapsing to $59.75B — a 48% drop from yesterday's $115.35B and the lowest reading since the October 4…
On-chain analyst James Check highlights a major shift in Bitcoin's capital distribution, with profit metrics jumping from 8% to 55%. Strong spot demand and seller exhaustion continue to support price growth despite macro headwinds.
Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, emphasizes the need for crypto encryption to be resistant to both AI and quantum computing threats. This comes as Zcash developers set a January 2027 target for quantum-resistant payments.
Standard Chartered is expanding its crypto custody services to Singapore, building on its existing operations in the UAE, Luxembourg, and Hong Kong. This move highlights the bank's growing commitment to institutional crypto services in key financial hubs.
Bitcoin software company Breez has seen a 14-fold increase in partnership inquiries for its developer tools, driven by AI coding agents integrating Bitcoin payments. This surge is tied directly to the rise of tools like Anthropic's Claude Code, which are increasingly used by developers to add Bitcoin functionality to their apps.
A batch of 100.02 BTC mined in July 2010 moved for the first time in 16 years. The coins are now worth $8.3 million, but the owner's identity remains unknown. This transfer is the latest in a series of dormant Satoshi-era Bitcoin movements this year.
Thailand's new crypto rules, effective Oct. 16, permit locally listed bitcoin and ether ETFs. This move follows similar trends in other markets, making crypto investments more accessible.
DWF Labs' subsidiaries are suing BitGo for $141 million, alleging a breach of token lock-up agreements that caused $114 million in losses. The case highlights the risks of token sales and custody arrangements in crypto.
Ethereum's Sepolia test network has increased its block gas limit to 200 million, over three times the mainnet's current 60 million. This change, part of the Glamsterdam upgrade, aims to improve network capacity and efficiency.
Samsung is rolling out USDC transfers on the Solana blockchain for US Galaxy users through its Samsung Wallet app. The feature includes fiat on- and off-ramps, making it easier to convert between crypto and traditional currency. This follows Samsung's earlier tease of stablecoin support and could make crypto payments more accessible to mainstream users.
Total market cap shed 3.56% to $2.786T, with 24h volume recovering to $115.35B — the highest reading since October 3, but on a declining tape.
Robinhood has added $25 million worth of Bitcoin to its balance sheet, underscoring its commitment to the crypto sector. SVP Johann Kerbrat said the purchase was intended to signal the company's long-term commitment to the crypto sector.
Sberbank, Russia’s largest bank, has received approval from the Bank of Russia to custody bitcoin and facilitate transfers. This approval, announced Wednesday, makes Sberbank the first Russian bank permitted to keep records of digital currency transactions and handle transfers of bitcoin and other digital assets.
The US government moved $103 million worth of seized Bitcoin and BNB to Coinbase Prime, but it hasn't confirmed whether the funds will be sold. The stash behind it is the largest government-held crypto portfolio tracked by Arkham.
Tether, the issuer of USDT, has signed a deal with Kazakhstan’s central bank to explore a tenge-pegged stablecoin and tokenize real-world assets. This partnership aims to advance Kazakhstan’s crypto adoption and blockchain infrastructure. The collaboration follows Kazakhstan’s recent decree to accelerate crypto adoption and position itself as a crypto hub.
Coinbase plans to bring back its advanced trading platform, Coinbase Pro, by the end of 2026. The exchange has also integrated Deribit, forming a new global exchange. This move aims to expand Coinbase's offerings for professional traders.
Jake Chervinsky, CEO of Hyperliquid Policy Center, predicts that every exchange will need to adopt public blockchain infrastructure to stay competitive. He also expects onchain markets to soon fall under U.S. regulatory oversight, a move he sees as inevitable.