Bitget releases MPC wallet, includes 2/3 private key sharding
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has released a multiparty computation wallet to improve asset security and user experience.
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Blockchain companies are creating AI chatbots to help developers
Blockchain companies are building AI chatbots to help developers, yet challenges may hamper adoption.
The evolution of decentralized exchanges: A comparative analysis
The cryptocurrency world is undergoing a transformative phase as DEXes consider pivoting from AMM models to the more traditional order book structures.
Reddit removes moderators involved in alleged insider trading of MOON tokens
On Oct. 18, Reddit closed its blockchain-based points program that involved the use of certain crypto tokens native to subreddits.
MetaMask security partner Blockaid secures $33M funding
In conjunction with the $33 million raise, Blockaid said it’s coming out of stealth with customers like MetaMask and OpenSea.
Thailand delays digital money handout, critics call for probe
Thailand’s government has delayed the launch of a planned digital money program aimed at stimulating its economy, while opposition leaders call for a probe of the scheme.
SEC has 3% -14% chance of success in Ripple appeal, lawyers predict
The SEC has already dismissed charges against Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and executive chair Chris Larsen, while the retail XRP sale ruling also went against the regulator.
BTC price nears 2023 highs — 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin is back near its year-to-date highs, but BTC price moves belie an underlying lack of support, analysis fears.
Crypto traders urge caution as Bitcoin price hits 3-month high near $31K
Bitcoin faces 2023 resistance levels next after the weekly close sees a 3% BTC price push.
Worldcoin to cease paying Orb operators in USDC as early as November
Aside from ditching USDC for its native token, Worldcoin announced some changes to the terms of its WLD loans to market makers.
Bitcoin pioneer Hal Finney can't be Satoshi Nakamoto, new analysis suggests
The investigator, Jameson Lopp, compiled archived emails from 2010, data from a 10-mile race in California in 2009, and other evidence to make the argument.
FTX creditor claims heat up as bankruptcy proceedings drive forward
The market is warming to FTX claims, with one claim going for between 52 and 53 cents on the dollar at auction on Friday.
Pro-Bitcoin Javier Milei trails as Argentina’s presidential election goes to run-off
Anti-establishment Javier Milei was the touted favorite in Argentina’s presidential election but is trailing in second place with 90% of the vote counted.
Thai crypto investors turn to tarot cards, divine signals to predict market
A Thai fortune teller once purpotedly predicted when the crypto market would recover last year, claiming they were told by the god of the dead.
Bitcoin price cracks $30K, possibly clearing a path for SOL, LINK, AAVE and STX
Bitcoin’s strong rally to $30,000 may have kick started a sharp recovery in SOL, LINK, AAVE and STX.
Sam Bankman-Fried trial moves to final stages
The trial of Sam Bankman-Fried is reaching a conclusion, with the prosecution set to rest its case on Oct. 26.
Lightning Network faces criticism from pro-XRP lawyer John Deaton
John Deaton’s remarks come amid concerns about alleged backdoors in the Bitcoin Lightning Network’s code.
Crypto advocates file amicus brief to address users' Fourth Amendment privacy rights
The amicus brief was filed to support an appeal against the Internal Revenue Service in relation to a 2017 court order where Coinbase was forced to hand over data from more than 14,300 of its users to the IRS.
NY sues crypto firms, FTX’s Nishad faces 75 years in jail, and Grayscale’s new BTC filing: Hodler’s Digest, Oct. 15-21
Nishad Singh testifies in Sam Bankman-Fried’s trial; New York sues Gemini, Genesis and Digital Currency Group; and Grayscale files for new spot Bitcoin ETF.
Bitcoin core developer steps back from Lightning Network over "hard dilemma"
Antoine Riard believes the Bitcoin community faces a "hard dilemma" as a new class of replacement cycling attacks threatens the Lightning Network.
Uniswap founder burns $650B HayCoin against speculation
Uniswap's Hayden Adams burned 99% of the HayCoin (HAY) supply on Oct. 20 over concerns about price speculation.
Patricia exchange CEO announces debt restructuring via convertible notes
Patricia's CEO also revealed that these shares will be managed by a Securities Exchange Commission (SEC)-licensed trusted third-party trustee to ensure complete transparency.
FTX clients face deceptive priority withdrawal scam
FTX users have reported receiving deceptive emails purportedly sent by FTX Trading, West Realm Shires Services and FTX EU.
Crypto-friendly Rep. Tom Emmer pursues nomination for House speaker
Tom Emmer has been "making calls" to secure a nomination for the Speaker role, and it could be a boon for the crypto sector if he were to be voted in.
'Every customer solution' will be integrated with AI: Microsoft CEO
In an annual letter, Satya Nadella outlined Microsoft's plans for AI, which includes integrating the AI and its Copilot across the firm’s “most used products.”
Games need decentralized randomness to be fair
Does your RNG have sufficient randomness? Is it secure against tampering? Is it decentralized? These qualities are critical to building a viable metaverse.
Singapore court authorizes freeze order attached to wallets as soulbound NFT
A British investigative firm tracked down stolen funds and convinced the High Court of Singapore to mark the wallets containing the funds permanently with its order.
Base network launches 8-week training course for blockchain developers
Base Bootcamp will offer students weekly meetings with a mentor, a dedicated Discord server, and access to Coinbase and Base engineers.
Greece establishes AI advisory committee to create national strategy
The Greek prime minister created an AI advisory committee comprising some of the country’s top tech, ethics and science professionals.
FinCEN issues alert regarding crypto transactions connected to Hamas
The government department warned virtual asset service providers and other financial institutions to “identify and report suspicious transactions” related to terrorist groups.