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U.S. prosecutors have charged a Vietnamese national with money laundering tied to alleged cryptocurrency “pig butchering” schemes. Prosecutors say wallets controlled by the defendant received roughly $53.3 million linked to fraud schemes…

Michael Saylor wants banks to hold and lend against Bitcoin, and says digital assets could become a $100 trillion industry.

This lawsuit highlights ongoing cross-border tensions in the Bitcoin mining sector, potentially affecting future US-Canada business relations.

The Blockchain Association is switching up its leadership with CEO Summer Mersinger set to step down next month.

5 outlets · also CoinDesk, Cointelegraph +2

Rising data center power demand may strain global grids, potentially increasing electricity costs and impacting broader energy infrastructure.

Crypto projects spent about $638 million with token buybacks through late August 2026, according to Allium Labs data. That is already a record, up from $545 million over the same stretch of 2025. Hyperliquid accounted for roughly $370…

The survey shows that institutions have not backed away from crypto, even as they remain picky about what they buy.

Kelp DAO sues LayerZero and Bryan Pellegrino, blaming them for the $292 million rsETH bridge exploit in April.

11 outlets · also The Defiant, Cointelegraph +8

Eligible U.S. investors can now buy the ARK Venture Fund as an Ethereum token with USDC through Securitize, while cash-outs still run through the fund's quarterly repurchase offers.

4 outlets · also NewsBTC, CryptoSlate +1

The probe could shift voter sentiment, potentially altering the dynamics of a tight race and affecting Collins's reelection prospects.

Strategy is asking shareholders to approve daily dividend record dates for STRC, STRD, STRF and STRK. The proposed change would alter payment frequency without changing dividend rates or increasing total regular dividend obligations.…

The confirmation of self-replicating prompt injections highlights urgent security challenges, necessitating robust defenses in AI systems.

Anthony Albanese said governments must help shape AI’s development, after revealing earlier that an OpenAI agent accessed non-public files on an Australian Medicare data portal.

4 outlets · also Crypto Briefing

The central bank opened two proposals for comment under the GENIUS Act, requiring issuers it supervises to back tokens fully with safe assets and creating an application process for banks seeking to issue stablecoins.

11 outlets · also Cointelegraph, CoinDesk +6

Ripple targets SWIFT with payments across 60 markets and over $100 billion processed, but XRP adoption remains unproven, the article finds.

The surge in AI mentions highlights its pivotal role in driving market performance, signaling a shift towards tech-centric investment strategies.

Aave V4 on Base has launched an Equities Hub accepting seven Coinbase tokenized U.S. stocks as collateral. Eligible non-U.S. users can deposit tokens representing Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla shares to borrow…

Bitcoin ETF inflows hit a record $2.39 billion this week. Data on buyers, exchanges, and supply tests how real demand is.

5 outlets · also Cointelegraph, Bitcoin Magazine +2

Claude Opus 5.5's top ranking in Text Arena sets a new standard for AI models, pushing competitors to innovate and reduce costs.

Bitcoin Magazine Samourai Letter #7: Notes From The Inside Syndicated from The Rage: Samourai Wallet developer Keonne Rodriguez documents "the absolute worst 30 days of my life." This post Samourai Letter #7: Notes From The Inside first…

CleanSpark has completed the closing of $2.276 billion in senior secured notes. The Bitcoin miner says proceeds will support data-center expansion and refinancing of existing credit facilities. The financing has closed, making this…

2 outlets · also The Defiant

The SEC's clarification may boost market confidence and influence regulatory strategies, impacting future token launches and crypto asset classifications.

8 outlets · also The Defiant, The Block +4

An open competition run by StarkWare, Yukon Research, and Eigen Labs drove the estimated cost of building a quantum-safe Bitcoin transaction from about $320 to roughly $67, with AI models topping the leaderboards.

2 outlets · also The Defiant

Not that long ago, Washington fined Tether for misleading people about the dollars behind its tokens. Today, the company's insatiable appetite for American debt is the main argument for sending those tokens further around the world. The…

Large XRP holders accumulated 470 million tokens worth $724 million in five days, while spot ETFs extended their inflow streak. The combination of whale demand and institutional buying puts XRP price $1.60 resistance level firmly back in…

Musk's prediction could accelerate China's tech self-reliance, impacting global AI dynamics and challenging US export control strategies.

Institutional investments in XRP ETFs could enhance market confidence, potentially driving price momentum and influencing future valuation forecasts.

3 outlets · also U.Today

After the Clarity Act failed in the Senate, the SEC, CFTC, and the Fed moved within days to write crypto's rules themselves. Will it be enough?

The post from Morpho's official X account said most curator businesses are not self-sustaining from vault fees and that the business lives in private distribution agreements. It was deleted the same day. Aave founder Stani Kulechov called…

2 outlets · also Crypto Briefing

The removal of AI safeguards from the treaty may lead to unregulated autonomous weapons, raising ethical and security concerns globally.

The fixed-base cost depends on how much granted BAL becomes eligible before the treasury snapshot; the fork's proposed return is conditional.

China's rise as a hub for AI talent could reshape global AI leadership, challenging US firms and altering competitive dynamics in the industry.

A Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals panel ruled that prediction markets' sports-related events contracts are not swaps, and therefore aren't subject to federal regulatory oversight.

5 outlets · also Unchained, CryptoSlate +2

This marked a deviation from that seen earlier in the week when Shiba Inu's burn activity flattened.

Musk's admission highlights the competitive pressure in AI development, emphasizing the need for strategic partnerships and innovation to stay relevant.

Alpenglow is running on both public test networks, giving application teams a place to check their software before the live blockchain switches.

3 outlets · also U.Today, The Defiant

The US and China open a Cold War-style AI hotline as Britain tells staff to use less AI. See how close the race is.

Bullish and Equiniti have created the Issuer Sponsored Token Coalition to develop standards for tokenized public securities. Early participants include Alpaca, Apex Fintech Solutions and DriveWealth. The group wants tokenized stocks to…

The rise of AI bots reshapes digital economics, challenging ad models and prompting shifts towards micropayment systems for content access.

Kraken parent Payward is unifying trading, payments, asset management and institutional services on common rails, co-CEO Arjun Sethi said.

2 outlets · also Crypto Briefing

The latest boost for Micron stock India arrived last week, and it’s a big one. The chipmaker confirmed…

The investigation into rogue AI agents could undermine OpenAI's market confidence and valuation, affecting its financial outlook.

NextEra's massive renewable projects could redefine energy infrastructure, ensuring AI's growth isn't stifled by power limitations.

TypeSafe AI's rapid valuation surge highlights its potential to reshape enterprise AI spending and influence industry pricing strategies.

Major UK banks have completed the first live customer transactions using tokenized sterling deposits on shared infrastructure. Participants include Barclays, HSBC UK, Lloyds Banking Group, Monzo, Nationwide, NatWest and Santander. The…

2 outlets · also Unchained

Shiba Inu community warned over fake tokens.

The firm in question has completed its exit from the Bitcoin strategy field.

Google Vids now lets any Google account holder generate free HD AI video using Gemini Omni 1.1 Flash, with new scene, timing, and watermark controls.

2 outlets · also Crypto Briefing

The five-year deal could strengthen USDC’s reach in emerging markets, though Tether’s liquidity advantage remains hard to dislodge, analysts told CoinDesk.

Bitget confirmed a $351.6 million wallet breach and paused withdrawals, while CEO Gracy Chen said customer funds remain protected.

32 outlets · also The Defiant, Cointelegraph +11

Vitalik Buterin confirms the local AI boom accidentally solved Ethereum's node problem, making home setups easier than ever.

Brazil's rising debt may strain its economy, influencing political stability and election outcomes, potentially altering future policies.

PeerDAS enhances Ethereum's scalability and decentralization, reducing transaction costs and enabling broader participation without hardware upgrades.

Bitwise and Vise have launched diversified crypto model portfolios for financial advisers using the Vise platform. Vise says its network covers more than 135,000 accounts and over $140 billion in platform assets. Crypto allocations can now…

The feature would let users bundle up to eight transactions, including asset-and-payment transfers, but a brief drop below the network’s 80% support threshold restarted its two-week activation clock.

2 outlets · also U.Today

Brad Garlinghouse’s January comments show Ripple’s XRP strategy supports multiple settlement assets, including stablecoins, rather than an XRP-only model.

Swift, Wells Fargo and 13 other organizations have joined LF Decentralized Trust. The organization has also launched Panarus, a new tokenization project, and CLPR, a cross-ledger protocol research lab. The additions bring more traditional…

This is far from the first major accumulation spree initiated by Ripple whales lately.

Oxford's partnership with OpenAI highlights the growing trend of tech companies leveraging academic data, raising concerns about commercialization.

The delay may affect investor confidence and market expectations, potentially impacting Anthropic's valuation and strategic positioning.

Oracle's AI data center project delays highlight the complex interplay between environmental concerns, regulatory hurdles, and financial risks.

The rise of AI account hijacking fuels a growing cybercrime economy, complicating detection and straining cybersecurity resources globally.

Payward Services has opened non-binding indications of interest for Ōura’s expected IPO through the xStocks ecosystem. Eligible Kraken users and customers of xStocks Alliance partners in more than 110 countries can register interest before…

This crypto scam doesn’t need a hack to steal your funds, Binance warns.

The POTUS had previously promised the war would end after the midterm elections. The latest reports indicate otherwise.

2 outlets · also BeInCrypto

David Schwartz marks the return of a fellow Ripple pioneer as Nik Bougalis deploys new XRP Ledger code.

Tether has expanded its Wallet Development Kit with a command-line wallet and MCP interface that can be used by AI agents. The same local wallet daemon can be controlled by a human through the terminal or by compatible AI software through…

The surge in Solana ETF inflows highlights growing institutional interest, potentially reshaping crypto investment strategies and market dynamics.

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, widely known as “Crypto Mom” for her influential role in shaping U.S. cryptocurrency policy, has formally submitted her resignation.

5 outlets · also Crypto Briefing, CoinDesk +2

0G has introduced a “Compute Finance” framework designed to financialize access to AI compute. Its Ascend liquid-staking product is already live, while the iAI compute-focused asset is scheduled to launch on September 29. The model is…

Ai was among the most anticipated topics to be discussed by the leaders of the most powerful economies.

Ethena's shift from token incentives to organic growth challenges its stablecoin's sustainability, impacting investor confidence and market dynamics.

Grayscale filed a Zcash ETF that pays investors every two weeks from options income. Here is what buyers give up.

OpenZeppelin has launched TRON-specific versions of its smart contract libraries, upgrade tooling and Contracts Wizard. The stack supports TRC-20 tokens, upgradeable contracts, role-based permissions and passkey authentication. The tools…

The CFTC claimed that Cash FX engaged in minimal forex trading and misappropriated most of the participant funds.

The AI sector's massive revenue needs highlight potential systemic risks and economic shifts, demanding rapid growth and infrastructure adaptation.

Binance has opened spot trading for Hyperliquid’s HYPE token. HYPE is available against USDT, USDC and TRY, with withdrawals scheduled to open on September 25. Binance has applied its Seed Tag to HYPE, requiring users to acknowledge the…

The shift in Bitcoin dominance may indicate a changing crypto landscape, potentially limiting altcoin growth due to ETF-driven capital flows.

Aside from the completion of this one, Pi Network announced another update is coming in October. Here's what users need to know.

Kraken has launched Kraken Borrow US for eligible customers in 48 states. Users can borrow against supported assets to buy additional crypto, with total buying power of up to three times eligible collateral value. The product has no fixed…

Persistent high inflation may lead to unpredictable interest rate changes, affecting economic stability and strategic business decisions globally.

The European Banking Authority wants requirements for crypto firms that connect users to DeFi lending, and it raised barring those firms from facilitating lending with stablecoins that lack EU authorization.

3 outlets · also The Defiant, CryptoSlate

Bitcoin researchers have proposed a system for private transfers directly on the network without requiring a soft fork or changes to its consensus rules. The Sept. 24 paper from [[alloc] init] researchers Clara Shikhelman, Mikhail Komarov,…

5 outlets · also Cointelegraph, Decrypt +2

XRP Ledger metrics reveal AI agents choose RLUSD over XRP as BlackRock forecasts massive stablecoin demand from machines.

A diesel export ban could disrupt global supply chains, impact international relations, and challenge domestic economic policies.

Paxos Labs has launched PAXGy, a token backed by PAXG that can increase in value relative to gold over time. The underlying reserves are deployed to vetted institutional borrowers through the gold-leasing market. PAXGy is live across…

The funding was led by Left Lane Capital, and aims to expand the company's regulatory licenses, card products, and capital markets infrastructure.

2 outlets · also NewsBTC

The CEO's stock sale amid a price drop may signal caution, impacting investor confidence and highlighting volatility in AI markets.

Pezeshkian's refusal to meet Trump highlights enduring US-Iran tensions, potentially destabilizing his administration and affecting diplomatic progress.

The Solana Foundation has appointed former Binance global CMO Rachel Conlan as chief strategy officer. Former Polygon Labs executive Jamal Raees has joined as general manager of payments. The Foundation says the hires are aimed at…

President Donald Trump, House Speaker Mike Johnson, and tech CEOs will reportedly meet on artificial intelligence (AI) on September 29, according to the latest reports.  The meeting comes at a time when the AI safety debate has gained…

2 outlets · also Crypto Briefing

IBM Digital Asset Haven can now connect financial institutions to Swift’s blockchain-based shared ledger through a beta integration. Banks can instruct tokenized-deposit transactions using existing ISO 20022 payment messages. Swift’s…

2 outlets · also CryptoSlate

The Clearing House has selected Quant to provide the interoperability and transaction-management layer for its On-Chain Money Initiative. The planned network will let financial institutions clear and settle tokenized deposits while…

New deposits and loans are disabled, while Slush users are told to exit four strategies with immediate withdrawals.

2 outlets · also Crypto Briefing

EIP-4444's optimizations enhance Ethereum's accessibility, reducing entry barriers for node operators and promoting network decentralization.

A federal appeals court just handed the Pentagon a major win in its ongoing war with a leading AI company. The ruling could reshape who controls America’s military AI going forward. A three-judge panel sided 2-1 with the Defense…

Atlas Energy's strategic shift towards AI infrastructure highlights the growing synergy between energy and tech, with potential long-term gains.

Rising AI infrastructure valuations highlight the growing demand for scalable, efficient model hosting and inference solutions in enterprise sectors.

Boom Supersonic's pivot to energy faces challenges, highlighting the risks of diversification and the volatility of tech infrastructure investments.