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Today so far 2026-10-01 · 00:00 UTC

A significant security incident continues to unfold as Bitget raises its crypto hack estimate to $387.5M with the attacker now moving stolen funds through privacy-focused protocols like Zcash. On the development side, several blockchain platforms are advancing their capabilities, including Coinbase-backed Base's Cobalt upgrade which enhances user control and tokenized asset functionality, while Dogecoin is gaining app functionality through DogeOS's public testnet. Bitcoin continues to hold steady around $83K amid clearing of leverage positions, and mainstream financial institutions are deepening their crypto engagement, with Visa and Mastercard joining a $1 billion investment in Stripe-backed OUSD.

Someone Just Destroyed $8.2 Million in Bitcoin—Why?

Five unknown addresses removed 107 Bitcoin worth $8.2 million from circulation today, sparking intrigue on social media.

2026-05-26 · 21:19 UTC
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Base Launches MCP Gateway Letting Claude and ChatGPT Execute Onchain DeFi Actions

2026-05-26 · 21:05

Base, the Coinbase-incubated Ethereum layer two ( L2) network, launched Base MCP on Tuesday, a Model Context Protocol…

Ethereum Firm Sharplink, Solana Treasury Forward Industries Joining Russell 2000, 3000 Indexes

2026-05-26 · 20:40

Crypto treasury firms Sharplink and Forward Industries will both be included in the Russell 2000 and 3000 indexes at the…

Arkham Flags Roswell, New Mexico’s 0.173 BTC Reserve in Viral Alien Meme Post

2026-05-26 · 20:30

Crypto analytics platform Arkham Intelligence posted a satirical meme on Tuesday, spotlighting the City of Roswell, New…

Cardano’s Hoskinson Shocks XRP Army With This Praise

2026-05-26 · 20:16

While policy makers are putting together the last Clarity Act puzzle pieces, Cardano is preparing the tech to onboard…

Bitcoin Dips Below $76,000 as Traders Dump Longs and Momentum Fades

2026-05-26 · 20:01

On Tuesday morning, Bitcoin experienced a sharp $2,000 flash crash, tumbling below the $76,000 support level just three…

NEAR Extends Bullish Momentum After Breakout Rally

2026-05-26 · 19:30

NEAR confirmed a bullish Cup and Handle breakout after reclaiming major neckline resistance levels.

XRP As SWIFT’s Liquidity Layer? The Theory’s Compelling

2026-05-26 · 19:29

Will SWIFT add XRP as a liquidity-serving bridge asset after Linea’s tests uncovered some weak spots?

Spain Goes After Polymarket, Kalshi as Legal Fork Between US and EU Keeps Widening

2026-05-26 · 19:07

Spain’s gambling watchdog opened sanctioning proceedings against Polymarket and Kalshi, ordering precautionary blocks on…

UK authorities sanction HTX crypto exchange over support for Russia

2026-05-26 · 18:41

Formerly Huobi Global, the exchange is the latest entity to be named as part of a crackdown on companies “exploited by…

Whale Wallets Stack $4.3M in Chainlink and Dogecoin Longs, $8M+ in Pending Orders

2026-05-26 · 18:30

At least two major onchain wallets have simultaneously opened leveraged long positions worth more than $4.3 million…

Bitcoin Holds Bullish Structure Above Key Support

2026-05-26 · 18:30

Bitcoin rebounded strongly after defending a major ascending trendline support zone successfully.

TeraWulf Stock Pops as Bitcoin Miner Acquires Kentucky Site to Meet AI Power Demands

2026-05-26 · 18:23

Bitcoin miner TeraWulf’s latest deal adds more than a gigawatt of potential data center capacity in a region eager for…

UK Issues Sanctions Against Justin Sun's HTX, Other Crypto Firms Over Alleged Russia Ties

2026-05-26 · 18:15

British financial institutions are now barred from doing business with the exchanges—and may face penalties for…

Ripple’s “North Star” Sparks XRP Buzz, But PlayStation’s Off The Table

2026-05-26 · 18:07

The long-standing rumours of the ‘North Star’ being linked to Sony PlayStation are debunked: here’s what it really…

TeraWulf acquires Kentucky AI data center site with planned 1 GW capacity

2026-05-26 · 18:01

WULF shares surged on Tuesday after the Bitcoin miner announced its latest move to expand into AI and HPC through a…

Tom Lee Backs Ethereum Supercycle as Bitmine ETH Holdings Reach 5.39M

2026-05-26 · 17:39

Bitmine said its crypto, cash, and strategic holdings now total $12.3 billion, led by 5.39 million ether tokens.

Ault Blockchain Positions Layer 1 Network Around Public-Company Governance Model 

2026-05-26 · 17:30

Network emphasizes audits, KYC governance, and structured token distribution to attract institutional participation.

XRP Ecosystem Gains Attention as BXE Supply Narrative Grows

2026-05-26 · 17:30

XRP ecosystem discussions intensified after Banx Media secured approval for its Chrome browser extension listing.

Ripple’s XRP vs. SWIFT: Speed Demon Meets Banking Goliath

2026-05-26 · 17:08

The ultimate comparison between the two financial heavyweights: who’s got the edge in the cross-border field?

Spanish authorities block Polymarket and Kalshi over gambling laws

2026-05-26 · 17:02

Spain joined a growing list of national authorities restricting or banning prediction market platforms amid concerns…

HTX is Bringing Wall Street Into the Crypto World: Breaking Time Barriers and Reshaping Global Finance

2026-05-26 · 17:00

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Bitcoin 'liquidation hunts' control BTC at $77K amid new Iran peace deal doubts

2026-05-26 · 16:57

Bitcoin failed to copy US stocks' upside after a spike to $78,000 became one of a series of liquidity grabs.

Strategy Cuts $1.5B in Convertible Debt as Weekly Bitcoin Buying Pauses

2026-05-26 · 16:50

Strategy used the second half of May to reduce debt while pausing additional weekly Bitcoin purchases.

NEAR token price has 'potential to grow 20x,' says Arthur Hayes

2026-05-26 · 16:42

NEAR is mirroring a 2023–2024 fractal that preceded a 250% rally, hinting at similar upside in 2026 as privacy coin…

Stable and Theo Open Morpho Vault for USDT Holders Seeking Real-World Asset Yield

2026-05-26 · 16:35

Stable, the USDT-native blockchain, went live this week with StableEarn, a treasury management product that routes USDT…

XRP Social Sentiment Turns Bearish as Contrarian Signals Emerge

2026-05-26 · 16:30

The bearish pressure on XRP’s price has persisted, with the cryptocurrency trading around the $1.35 support zone.

Canaan Expands Bitcoin Treasury Amid Revenue Slide

2026-05-26 · 16:30

Canaan reported quarterly revenue falling from $196.3 million to $62.7 million recently.

OKB Price Prediction: OKB Surges Over 16% as Bulls Target $100

2026-05-26 · 16:15

OKB extended its powerful rally this week after buyers triggered a major breakout above key resistance levels.

Crypto: Tether and the Government of Georgia Launch a State Stablecoin

2026-05-26 · 16:05

It's no longer a project, it's official: Tether is partnering directly with the government of Georgia to launch GELT, a…

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