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Korea Blockchain Week asks whether blockchains are ready for AI agents

The integration of AI agents into blockchain systems could redefine economic interactions, necessitating new infrastructure and regulatory frameworks.

51 seconds ago · By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

RWA Foundation counts 717 stablecoin deployments in its latest quarterly report

The fragmentation of stablecoin deployments across multiple blockchains highlights the growing need for improved cross-chain liquidity solutions.

2 minutes ago · By KAYE QUEMA

$TRUMP memecoin plans third gala for top holders as token sits 97% below peak

The $TRUMP memecoin's decline and concentrated ownership highlight risks of market manipulation and investor losses, impacting crypto trust.

17 minutes ago · By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Mastercard to offer Open USD stablecoin through its BVNK platform

Mastercard's integration of OUSD via BVNK could reshape global payment systems, enhancing stablecoin adoption and multi-chain interoperability.

33 minutes ago · By KAYE QUEMA

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Circle urges EU to rethink stablecoin reserve rules in MiCA review

Oct. 2, 2026

Circle urges EU to rethink stablecoin reserve rules in MiCA review

Circle's proposal could reshape EU stablecoin regulations, potentially enhancing financial stability and fostering cross-border innovation.

By JOHN CHEN

Kalshi traders price 85% chance the Fed holds after weak jobs report

Oct. 2, 2026

Kalshi traders price 85% chance the Fed holds after weak jobs report

The high probability of a Fed rate pause reflects market sentiment on economic slowdown, impacting investment strategies and financial stability.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Kalshi traders bet on a hot September CPI print but hesitate at 0.6%

Oct. 2, 2026

Kalshi traders bet on a hot September CPI print but hesitate at 0.6%

A hotter-than-expected CPI could influence interest rate policy discussions, highlighting prediction markets' role in economic forecasting.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

SparkLend crosses 600,000 ETH in deposits, setting a new all-time high

Oct. 2, 2026

SparkLend crosses 600,000 ETH in deposits, setting a new all-time high

SparkLend's milestone highlights growing trust in conservative DeFi protocols, potentially influencing future lending market dynamics.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Citi turns bullish on Bitcoin again with a $113,000 price target

Oct. 2, 2026

Citi turns bullish on Bitcoin again with a $113,000 price target

Citi's bullish Bitcoin forecast suggests potential market growth, driven by increased crypto allocations and favorable macro-regulatory trends.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Whale realizes $228M loss while only 7% of supply sits underwater

Oct. 2, 2026

Whale realizes $228M loss while only 7% of supply sits underwater

The whale's loss highlights the importance of opportunity cost and risk management in volatile markets, potentially influencing future investor strategies.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Major African bank Absa launches crypto custody with Bitcoin, Ether, and XRPL support

Oct. 2, 2026

Major African bank Absa launches crypto custody with Bitcoin, Ether, and XRPL support

Absa's digital-asset custody service could accelerate institutional crypto adoption in Africa, influencing regional financial innovation and competition.

By KAYE QUEMA