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Circle partners with Allaria to boost USDC liquidity in Argentina

Circle's partnership with Allaria could enhance institutional digital liquidity in Argentina, but regulatory and economic shifts pose risks.

7 hours ago · By KAYE QUEMA

Starknet Foundation launches Bramble, a self-custody wallet built around privacy

Bramble's launch could enhance user autonomy and privacy in crypto transactions, potentially influencing broader adoption of self-custody solutions.

7 hours ago · By KAYE QUEMA

Ethereum staking hits record 43.8 million ETH as yields slip

Rising Ethereum staking could attract institutional investors, potentially increasing participation but further compressing individual yields.

7 hours ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Ether.fi makes Optimum’s mump2p mandatory for all its node operators

Ether.fi's mandatory adoption of mump2p could centralize reliance on Optimum's software, impacting Ethereum's staking infrastructure resilience.

7 hours ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

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Lulo reports 6.4% drawdown on Boost deposits from Neutrl exposure

Oct. 20, 2026

Lulo reports 6.4% drawdown on Boost deposits from Neutrl exposure

The incident highlights the inherent risks in DeFi yield products, emphasizing the need for careful risk assessment and management strategies.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Celestia activates Fibre, enabling direct validator uploads for rollups

Oct. 20, 2026

Celestia activates Fibre, enabling direct validator uploads for rollups

Celestia's Fibre activation could significantly enhance data throughput for rollups, impacting sectors like AI and microtransactions.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

1inch discontinues crypto debit card and urges users to withdraw funds by December 18

Oct. 20, 2026

1inch discontinues crypto debit card and urges users to withdraw funds by December 18

The closure of 1inch's card service highlights the complexities and dependencies in crypto payment systems, impacting user trust and market dynamics.

By KAYE QUEMA

OKX launches Shield in the US with up to $500,000 in account protection

Oct. 20, 2026

OKX launches Shield in the US with up to $500,000 in account protection

OKX's Shield launch in the US highlights growing security concerns in crypto, emphasizing the need for robust protection measures and trust-building.

By KAYE QUEMA

112M Americans want crypto services from banks, NCA poll finds

Oct. 20, 2026

112M Americans want crypto services from banks, NCA poll finds

The growing demand for crypto services in banks highlights a potential shift in financial landscapes, urging banks to adapt or risk losing clientele.

By KAYE QUEMA

Injective partners with BDACS to make KRW1 its won settlement asset for tokenized markets

Oct. 20, 2026

Injective partners with BDACS to make KRW1 its won settlement asset for tokenized markets

The partnership could enhance cross-border transactions and diversify currency options in blockchain ecosystems, potentially boosting global adoption.

By KAYE QUEMA

Bitcoin Suisse launches trading, custody and staking in Portugal under MiCA

Oct. 20, 2026

Bitcoin Suisse launches trading, custody and staking in Portugal under MiCA

Bitcoin Suisse's expansion into Portugal under MiCA could enhance regulatory clarity and attract institutional crypto investments across the EU.

By JOHN CHEN

Spark supplies over $400M USDC to Morpho’s cbBTC/USDC market on Base

Oct. 20, 2026

Spark supplies over $400M USDC to Morpho’s cbBTC/USDC market on Base

The concentration of USDC supply by Spark could heighten market risks, impacting liquidity and stability if allocation strategies shift.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Ethena founder Guy Young says DEXs are winning on efficiency

Oct. 20, 2026

Ethena founder Guy Young says DEXs are winning on efficiency

The rise of DEXs highlights a shift towards decentralized finance, emphasizing efficiency, user control, and innovation over traditional models.

By JOHN CHEN

Bitcoin ETFs buy $526.6M in Bitcoin amid price weakness

Oct. 20, 2026

Bitcoin ETFs buy $526.6M in Bitcoin amid price weakness

Institutional interest in Bitcoin ETFs amid price dips suggests confidence in long-term value, potentially stabilizing the cryptocurrency market.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN