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Crypto hack losses fall 37% in Q3 as tactics shift to wallets

Crypto hack losses dropped 37% in Q3 to $509 million, but September saw a record surge in million-dollar incidents, led by exchange and DeFi exploits.

BNB sets a new all-time high at $1,111 as user metrics fire up

Analysts told Cointelegraph in July that whales and treasury companies stacking BNB, along with regular token burns, were sending the coin’s price higher.

All currencies will be stablecoins by 2030: Tether co-founder

Tether’s co-founder Reeve Collins said all forms of money, including dollars and euros, will probably be represented on the blockchain within the next five years.

Strategy’s Bitcoin value soars to record $77.4B as BTC returns to $120K

Strategy’s Bitcoin treasury has reached $77.4 billion, surpassing the market capitalization of major banks and equaling the GDP of some nations.

Joe Lubin confirms SWIFT is using Linea to build its new payments system

Conensys boss Joe Lubin has confirmed that SWIFT will leverage the Ethereum layer 2 Linea blockchain to build its crypto payments ledger.

Near Foundation is working on an AI ‘digital twin’ for governance votes

When the AI delegates rollout, it will be done in stages, with early models similar to chatbots, then representing large groups, and finally, each DAO member.

Unity Android flaw could drain gamers’ crypto wallets: How to protect yourself

There is a Unity engine vulnerability that allows third parties to inject code into mobile games, potentially compromising crypto wallets, sources have told Cointelegraph.

Etsy witches can apparently turn you into a crypto millionaire for $73

New snake oil? Etsy witches are hawking spells they claim can change the weather on your wedding day, help you with your love life, or fatten your crypto portfolio.

SEC silent on Canary Litecoin ETF amid gov shutdown

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has seemingly missed its decision deadline for the Canary Litecoin ETF, adding to uncertainty amid a government shutdown and new generic listing standards.

‘Horse has left the barn:’ ETHZilla bets big on Ethereum’s stablecoin play

ETHZilla’s CEO says the Ethereum treasury company plans to work with layer-2 protocols to generate a higher yield than it could get from staking.

US Senator Ted Cruz pushes back on bill aimed to stop American doxing

Two bipartisan bills to protect the data of all Americans were blocked by Senator Ted Cruz, who argued it may affect law enforcement efforts to track down criminals.

Crypto.com to integrate Morpho lending, bringing stablecoin yield to Cronos

Crypto.com is adding Morpho lending to Cronos, allowing users to earn stablecoin yields on wrapped BTC and ETH, mirroring Coinbase’s push into DeFi lending.

New York State senator proposes tax on crypto mining energy use

The legislative proposal introduces a tiered tax system for energy used by crypto miners in New York, charged by kilowatt-hour used.

Synthetic tokens see a comeback as stablecoins market cap climbs

Sui enters the stablecoin race with a fully backed token and a synthetic dollar using delta-neutral hedging, as synthetic finance gains new traction.

Bitcoin’s next stop could be $125K: Here’s why

Bitcoin price aims for $125,000 as the gold rally and reduced inflation risks strengthen investors’ conviction in interest rate cuts and a rally from alternative assets.

Crypto Biz: From banks to biotechs, real-world assets move onchain

TradFi dives deeper into crypto: Tether’s mega raise, SEC eyes onchain stocks, JPMorgan expands Kinexys and a biotech bets treasury on DePIN.

ETH surge to $4.5K proves the bottom is in: Data predicts a 100% rally next

ETH bottomed at $3,900, and a unique trading pattern forecasts another 100% gain by mid-2026.

Canaan shares surge after 50,000-rig Bitcoin mining deal

Canaan’s 50,000-rig deal, its largest in more than three years, signals a renewed US appetite for Bitcoin mining, according to the company’s CEO.

Centralized exchanges will be DeFi front ends in 5–10 years: 1inch co-founder

1inch co-founder Sergej Kunz said centralized crypto exchanges will gradually fade and serve only as frontends for decentralized finance.

CME Group to expand with 24/7 crypto derivatives trading in 2026

Though planned for “early 2026,” the expansion in the CME Group’s trading services was still subject to regulatory review amid a US government shutdown with no end in sight.

European Central Bank picks tech partners for digital euro

The ECB said it had reached agreements with seven entities not yet involving “any payment” responsible for components of the digital euro, potentially launching in 2029.

Bitcoin clears $120K as onchain data points to a new BTC accumulation phase

Bitcoin cleared the $120,000 level for the first time since August as long-term selling cools and short-term holders stabilize, hinting at a fresh accumulation phase.

DoubleZero protocol launches mainnet-beta for dedicated crypto communication

The DoubleZero network aims to reduce blockchain's reliance on public internet infrastructure and its fundamental speed constraints.

Early crypto gems: How to discover them first

Spot early crypto gems in 2025 with five key checks — builders, usage, liquidity, token design and security — to avoid exit liquidity traps.

Standard Chartered-custodied AlloyX launches tokenized fund on Polygon

AlloyX debuts a tokenized money market fund on Polygon, merging bank-custodied assets with DeFi strategies amid growing demand for real-world assets.

Top 5 crypto traders to watch in 2025: From James Wynn to Machi Big Brother

From bold bets to painful losses, 2025’s top crypto traders show how narratives move markets. Know the risks before jumping in.

Can BNB, Solana, and Dogecoin rise further in October?

BNB, Solana, and Dogecoin flashed strong bullish signals as “Uptober” momentum fuels hopes for further gains in the cryptocurrency market.

Why Saylor’s Strategy keeps buying Bitcoin: The long-term bet, explained

Michael Saylor’s $73-billion Bitcoin bet: Inside Strategy’s playbook, bold $1-million thesis and the risks that could shape corporate finance.

Bitcoin bulls charge at $120K with traders expecting new all-time high

BTC price action gained another 1% as bulls took on the $120,000 mark for the first time since mid-August, adding to hopes of new all-time highs.

Applied MEV protection via Shutter’s threshold encryption

Explore how Shutter uses threshold encryption to fight MEV, its strengths and trade-offs.

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