Crypto

Bank of Russia to ban retail crypto transfers to non-custodial wallets

Russia's crypto policy shift centralizes control, limiting user autonomy and potentially stifling innovation and market diversity.

3 weeks ago · By JOHN CHEN

Ethereum and its L2s settled 77% of stablecoin volume, with $16.75 trillion in transfers

Ethereum's dominance in stablecoin transfers highlights the growing importance of layer-2 networks, emphasizing cost efficiency and scalability.

3 weeks ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Bitcoin holds near $81,000 as wholesale prices jump 1.3%

Bitcoin's stability amid rising inflation suggests limited immediate impact from monetary policy, but persistent inflation may shift rate discussions.

3 weeks ago · By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Visa Direct takes USDC prefunding live, with Inyo Global first in line

Visa's USDC prefunding integration enhances liquidity management, enabling 24/7 cross-border payouts and signaling stablecoin adoption growth.

3 weeks ago · By KAYE QUEMA

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Cboe compares Bitcoin perpetual futures with 0DTE options on risk

Oct. 15, 2026

Cboe compares Bitcoin perpetual futures with 0DTE options on risk

Cboe's analysis highlights the risk management advantages of options over Bitcoin perps, potentially influencing trader preferences.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Fortitude surpasses 5 GSol/s of Zcash hashrate as expansion plans grow

Oct. 15, 2026

Fortitude surpasses 5 GSol/s of Zcash hashrate as expansion plans grow

Fortitude's rapid Zcash hashrate growth could centralize mining power, impacting network decentralization and competitive dynamics.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Bitcoin retests $82,000 as $20 million in leveraged shorts get liquidated

Oct. 15, 2026

Bitcoin retests $82,000 as $20 million in leveraged shorts get liquidated

The liquidation of leveraged shorts highlights the volatility and risk in crypto markets, emphasizing the need for cautious trading strategies.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Cross River Bank brings Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin into its core banking system

Oct. 15, 2026

Cross River Bank brings Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin into its core banking system

The integration of RLUSD into Cross River Bank's system signifies a shift towards mainstream adoption of stablecoins, enhancing payment efficiency.

By KAYE QUEMA

OKX opens onchain spot and perps beta with 250K USDT reward pool

Oct. 15, 2026

OKX opens onchain spot and perps beta with 250K USDT reward pool

OKX's beta fosters risk-free trading practice, potentially democratizing access to complex financial instruments while highlighting regulatory challenges.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Aztec targets full post-quantum migration by end of 2030

Oct. 15, 2026

Aztec targets full post-quantum migration by end of 2030

Aztec's post-quantum migration plan pressures Ethereum to prioritize security upgrades, impacting blockchain privacy and data integrity.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Ireland’s national police warns of hacked X accounts promoting crypto scams

Oct. 15, 2026

Ireland’s national police warns of hacked X accounts promoting crypto scams

The incident highlights the vulnerability of social media platforms to cyberattacks, posing significant risks to public trust and institutional reputations.

By JOHN CHEN