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BTCPay has temporarily restricted remote access to Lightning nodes after attackers stole funds from some users. The total amount stolen and the number of affected operators remain unknown, but the breach highlights ongoing security challenges in the Lightning Network.
The crypto industry is experiencing a major shakeout, with over 100 projects folding in 2026. This is leaving only the most sustainable protocols with real cash flow and users. The collapse of these projects is reminiscent of the dot-com bubble burst, where many unsustainable businesses failed.
Hyperliquid's revenue has dropped for four straight quarters while its open interest hit a record high. The decline is partly due to a fee-sharing program that gives half of the platform's volume to external builders.
Deposits in tokenized assets like gold, Treasuries, and the S&P 500 tripled to $7.4 billion in 2026, even as decentralized exchange volumes dropped by roughly 70%. This shift highlights growing interest in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization amid a broader DeFi slowdown.
Microsoft discovered that hackers are using the BNB Chain to distribute malware. They trick users into running malicious code on Windows devices through fake CAPTCHAs on compromised websites. The malware is retrieved from the blockchain, making it harder to trace and block.
A Bitcoin address that hadn't moved funds since 2011 suddenly transferred 2,750 BTC (worth millions) on August 6, 2026. The wallet had been dormant for 15 years.
In a recent interview, Baton Corporation co-founder Noah Tweedale outlined Pump.Fun's strategy to reach a $100 billion valuation through social trading features, multi-chain expansion, and a proposed native stablecoin. He also confirmed the Pump Foundation holds nearly $2 billion in treasury assets after generating over $1 billion in revenue since early 2024.
Blockware analysts Mitchell Askew and John Haar argue that key on-chain metrics and global macro indicators suggest Bitcoin has reached its cyclical floor. They anticipate a capital rotation back into Bitcoin as AI equities cool down.
A split session with a clear compositional outlier. BTC $64,814 (-0.2%), ETH $1,917.23 (+0.1%), SOL $76.38 (+2.3%).
Circle's USDC stablecoin is now available on OKX's X Layer, allowing users to transfer the stablecoin across different blockchains. This expansion makes USDC more accessible within the OKX ecosystem and beyond.
A US court has granted Bybit expedited discovery to trace funds stolen in a $1.5 billion North Korea-linked hack. The exchange can now seek account details and transaction histories from platforms with US operations.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded their highest weekly inflows since April, totaling $1 billion. This surge indicates renewed institutional interest in Bitcoin as an investment asset.
A Bitcoin developer warns that selling coins from the upcoming BIP-110 fork could lead to losses if a minority chain emerges. The safest move is to avoid selling until the chains are separated. This risk highlights the dangers of replay attacks in blockchain forks.
New XRP Ledger amendment proposals would let institutions encrypt token balances and transfer amounts while giving issuers, auditors, and regulators selective access, targeting $530 million in tokenized Wall Street assets.
Bitcoin has reached block 961,632, triggering the controversial BIP-110 soft fork. The proposal has less than 3% miner support, with influential commentators opposing it. The soft fork is set to be activated in 2,016 blocks, or about 14 days, unless support increases.
A volunteer security effort says it has scanned 150 Bitcoin repositories, disclosed more than a dozen vulnerabilities, and is building an open-source AI platform to automate software security reviews.
BTCPay told users running LND to update immediately or take servers offline after attackers stole credentials that can control Lightning wallets and move funds.
Swan Bitcoin CEO Cory Klippsten argued that Bitcoin is positioned at a key inflection point on its long-term adoption curve despite macro systemic risks. Speaking with Robin Seyr, Klippsten urged a renewed focus on individual education, self-custody standards, and open-source hardware tools.
A mild coordinated green session across the watchlist, with SOL leading for the first time in weeks.
BTCPay Server, a popular Bitcoin payment processor, has alerted users to a critical flaw being actively exploited. Users must update to the latest version and replace exposed credentials immediately. The flaw could compromise payment processing systems.
Sui blockchain will let users upgrade to quantum-safe keys without changing their wallet addresses or recovery phrases. This move protects against future quantum computing threats to crypto security.
Bitcoin's BIP110 upgrade will activate this Saturday, aiming to reduce spam and improve network efficiency. The upgrade is mandatory for all nodes, and its success depends on miner and user cooperation.
SharpLink CEO warns that EIP-8363, the "Tapered Issuance Burn" proposal, could phase in a rising burn of consensus rewards to limit the amount of ETH staked, potentially reducing staking returns and weakening Ethereum's competitive edge over Bitcoin.
Ethereum's proposed EIP-8363 aims to reduce ETH issuance by slashing staking rewards, but critics warn it could harm DeFi, decentralization, and institutional adoption. The proposal has ignited a heated debate among developers and stakeholders.