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OneKey Founder Warns Against Old iPhones as Crypto Cold Wallets
A reset and airplane mode do not remove the BootROM flaws identified in older iPhones. The attacks require physical access and do not automatically reveal a protected wallet seed. OneKey’s founder recommends moving away from affected phones for seed storage. OneKey founder Yishi has warned against treating an old iPhone as a secure crypto cold wallet simply because it has been factory-reset and disconnected from the internet.
Blockaid Flags 12 Crypto Sites in Step Drainer Attack
Blockaid’s alerts covered twelve crypto-project frontends, with ten additional domains identified as serving Step Drainer. Flap, Kintsu and StonkFun later reported restoration, while broader loss and attribution questions remain unresolved. Separately, Chainalysis confirmed customer profile data access without finding evidence of access to investigation content or session tokens.
Chainalysis Says AI-Assisted Attack Exposed Customer Contact Data
Chainalysis confirms that an intruder accessed customer names, emails, user IDs and organizational roles. It reports no evidence so far of access to investigation content, clear-text passwords, MFA secrets or session tokens. The company says the incident is unrelated to Binance and advises caution around unexpected authentication prompts. Chainalysis says an outside attacker accessed customer-identifying data after gaining entry to its systems and internal tools using AI-assisted techniques.
Secret Service and FBI Assist Binance Hack Probe, Reuters Reports
The U.S. Secret Service and FBI are working with Binance after the exchange’s approximately $6.3 billion cryptocurrency theft, Reuters reported on October 30, citing a person familiar with the matter. The report places both agencies among the exchange’s international law-enforcement partners. The source was unnamed. The U.S. embassy in London declined to comment, while the Secret Service had not responded to Reuters’ emailed request at the time of its report.
Nasdaq Falls 2.3% as Intel Sinks 28% After Weak Outlook
U.S. stocks fell on October 30 as technology shares led the decline. Around 15:20 UTC, the Nasdaq Composite was down 2.32%, the S&P 500 lost 1.45% and the Dow fell 0.63%, according to MarketSpeaker’s report. Intel traded at $66.26, down 28.03%, at 15:21 UTC. The chipmaker’s earnings release forecast fourth-quarter revenue of $15 billion–$16 billion and adjusted earnings of $0.25 a share, leaving investors focused on a weaker outlook despite a stronger third quarter.
Binance Targets Withdrawals Within 40 Hours After Hack
Richard Teng targets a withdrawal restart within 40 hours of his October 30 address, subject to rigorous testing. Binance plans a full Proof of Reserves report by Monday and hopes to offer an initial view earlier. The company reiterates more than $6.34 billion in loss-coverage funds as its broader security review continues.
Trezor Warns CryptoBilis Buyers After Safe 5 Implant Report
Trezor is investigating a credible Safe 5 implant report but has not yet examined the device. Buyers of any Trezor model from CryptoBilis since March 2026 are urged to move funds to a newly generated seed. No related theft has been reported to Trezor, which is offering eligible buyers a replacement or voucher.
Elon Musk Warns AI Agents Could Hack for Money of Their Own
Elon Musk warned that future superintelligent AI agents could exploit financial systems to acquire money for themselves rather than for people. He made the prediction on October 30 while replying to a discussion of the Binance security incident.
Elon Musk on Binance Hack Reports: ‘Everyday is Zeroday’
Elon Musk reacted to reports of the Binance security incident with a short post on October 29: “Everyday is Zeroday.” He quoted The Kobeissi Letter’s account of suspicious outflows from exchange-linked wallets, bringing the incident to his audience on X. Everyday is Zeroday — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 29, 2026 The phrase plays on the cybersecurity term zero-day.
Binance Hack Report Puts Outflows at $5.57B; Withdrawals on Hold
Binance says withdrawals will resume once its security issue is resolved and user funds remain safe. Crypto Briefing reports at least $5.57 billion in outflows, which is not a verified final loss total. Tether and Circle CEOs report more than $2.3 billion in stablecoins frozen. Binance is keeping withdrawals on hold while it conducts security checks, as Crypto Briefing reports at least $5.57 billion in outflows from wallets linked to the exchange. Binance says user funds remain safe.
Diva Staking Shuts Down Before Ethereum Mainnet Launch
Diva will wind down without launching its Ethereum staking protocol on mainnet. The team cites exhausted funds and an inability to finance further audits or operations. Early Staker Vault depositors are being directed to withdraw through Enzyme. Diva Staking is shutting down without launching its Ethereum liquid-staking protocol on mainnet. The team said it could no longer fund further audits or maintain the system, and directed Early Staker Vault depositors to withdraw through Enzyme.
US Sold FTX-Linked Anthropic Shares for $627M; Stake Could Be Worth $4B
Anthropic disclosed a roughly $627 million repurchase and resale of forfeited shares in October 2025. Business Insider reported that the proceeds from Ellison and Singh’s holdings went to the FTX bankruptcy estate. The near-$4 billion comparison assumes a $1.5 trillion Anthropic valuation rather than a confirmed IPO price. The US government sold forfeited Anthropic shares for approximately $627 million in October 2025, according to the AI company’s newly public registration statement.
Crypto Gas Fees Explained: Costs, Failed Transactions and Pending Transfers
Learn how crypto gas fees are calculated, why failed transactions can still cost money, and how to check pending transfers without paying twice. Gas measures computational work while the gas price determines its cost. An included failed transaction can consume gas even when the asset transfer reverts. Check the network, nonce and status before replacing or repeating a pending payment. You have enough USDC to make a payment, but your wallet refuses to send it.
ZachXBT Urges CoinDCX Withdrawals Amid $16M Theft Dispute
ZachXBT urged withdrawals and alleged a $16 million theft, challenging CoinDCX’s transparency. CoinDCX acknowledged losses from failed sweeps of old compromised addresses and said affected users were credited. The exchange denies an active-wallet breach, while Onchain Lens questions the transaction paths.
Starknet Voters Back Independent L1 Research With 93.52% Support
Starknet’s closed poll recorded 93.52% support for independent L1 research and 3,236 votes. Any decision to transition requires a separate governance process. StarkWare plans a draft whitepaper in November, according to reporting summarized by CoinNess. Starknet voters have backed research into becoming an independent, quantum-resistant layer-one blockchain, with 93.52% of participating voting power supporting further study. The closed records 3,236 votes.
Bitcoin Reclaims $84,000 as Crypto Shorts Lose Nearly $97 Million
Bitcoin returned above $84,000 on October 21, trading near $84,124 on Coinbase around 14:46 UTC. The exchange’s market data showed a gain of about 1.1% over the preceding 24 hours, with a high near $84,219 and a low around $82,119. CoinGlass liquidation data showed nearly $97 million in short positions closed across the wider market over 12 hours.
Solana Launches Alpenglow, Targeting 150ms Transaction Finality
Alpenglow is live on Solana mainnet-beta, replacing TowerBFT in epoch 1064. Anza reports 654 participating validators and a 900ms consensus handoff. Roughly 150ms finality is distinct from the earlier 200ms slot-time upgrade. Solana has activated Alpenglow on mainnet-beta, replacing its long-running TowerBFT consensus system in a major change to how validators agree on transactions.
Etherscan Connects to Claude for Wallet and Smart Contract Queries
Etherscan brings public blockchain data from more than 60 networks into Claude chats. The keyless connector requires no Etherscan account and exposes 16 read-only tools. Token-holdings and other PRO tools require separate authenticated access. Etherscan’s Claude connector lets users ask about public crypto wallets, transactions and smart contracts in ordinary language, bringing blockchain-explorer data directly into an AI conversation.
Trump Expected to Highlight Crypto Scam Crackdown at White House Event
President Donald Trump is expected to highlight efforts to disrupt overseas cryptocurrency investment scams at a White House event on October 21. Reuters reported, citing a White House official, that the appearance will form part of a broader discussion about preventing cybercrime. Trump and cabinet members are expected to discuss the seizure of fraudulent crypto investment websites and measures against online impersonation scams.
Bitcoin Trades Near $83,200 as CryptoQuant CEO Flags Fresh Capital
Bitcoin traded near $83,209 on Coinbase at 10:30 UTC on October 21, about 2.2% above its opening price over the preceding 24 hours. The exchange’s market data showed a high near $83,609 and a low around $81,196 during that period. CryptoQuant founder and CEO Ki Young Ju wrote that “Fresh capital is flowing into Bitcoin,” sharing a realized-cap chart. He argued that this pattern occurs only during bull markets, presenting the capital-flow reading as evidence for his bullish assessment of the cycle.
PancakeSwap Opens Vote on 88% LP Fee Share and 69% CAKE Emissions Cut
PancakeSwap’s ballot proposes an 88% LP share of v3 and Infinity swap fees, with v2 unchanged. Effective CAKE emissions would fall first to 11,000 daily and later to 7,000. The final step depends on the existing 20% supply-reduction target and community approval. PancakeSwap has opened voting on The Flip, a proposal to give liquidity providers 88% of swap fees on v3 and Infinity while gradually cutting effective daily CAKE emissions by about 69%.
Zcash Sets NU7 Mainnet Target at Block 3,543,405 Around November 5
Zcash developers have agreed on block 3,543,405 for NU7 mainnet activation, with Zakura’s upgrade dashboard estimating November 5. Sean Bowe’s October 20 proposal records the height agreed at a meeting of Zcash Improvement Proposal editors. The rollout still has deployment work ahead. The proposal has two approvals but remained open when checked, while the published deployment specification still listed the mainnet height as undecided.
Sophon Sets November 25 Withdrawal Deadline Before Mainnet Shutdown
Sophon plans to shut down its mainnet on November 30, 2026, but users must withdraw remaining assets by November 25. The Ethereum layer-2 project announced the final timetable in an October 19 thread, setting an earlier deadline for balances and outstanding rewards. Key infrastructure and related websites will begin shutting down after November 25, ahead of the final network closure. Sophon warned that assets left on the chain after the withdrawal deadline risk becoming permanently inaccessible.
Ledger Unveils Direct DeFi Platform Amid Wallet Implant Investigation
Ledger Platform enables developers to connect supported applications directly to hardware signers, reducing reliance on additional wallet extensions. Morpho direct access covers lending and vault interactions with compatibility limits, while financial services retain third-party and protocol risks. The platform launch is separate from the hardware-implant investigation and does not establish that previously sold devices are free of tampering.
GTA 6 Trailer Sparks 2,900% Rally in Copycat Dacity Coin
A fictional Dacity Coin reference in GTA VI’s October 15 trailer sparked a reported 2,900% rally in a similarly named Solana token within an hour. The token’s reported valuation peaked at $3.18 million before retreating toward $1.5 million, while its connection to Rockstar remains unconfirmed. Rockstar’s official trailer and November 19 console release plans are separate from the third-party token and do not establish an in-game crypto integration.
StandX Announces Shutdown and Cancels Token Launch
StandX has canceled its token launch and will close remaining trading positions at mark prices on January 15, 2027. DUSD airdrop claims run from November 1 to December 31, with allocations funded by remaining revenue and additional team contributions. Regular withdrawals and new redemption requests end January 31, while timely redemptions settle by February 7 and remaining balances stay owned by users.
Binance to Close Mining Pool and Related Services on November 10
Binance Pool and related mining services will stop at 07:00 UTC on November 10, with later mining shares no longer credited. Miners should redirect equipment and address Pool Savings positions before closure, while eligible balances remain subject to product rules. Historical records and payout status will remain accessible until 07:00 UTC on November 24, when the pool pages close permanently.
Standard Chartered Launches RLUSD Custody on XRP Ledger
Standard Chartered’s institutional custody for RLUSD on the XRP Ledger is now live through its DFSA-regulated DIFC branch. A planned LMAX integration would let eligible RLUSD support trading positions while the underlying tokens remain with the custodian. The collateral arrangement still requires documentation, testing and approvals, with its opening date and detailed product terms yet to be announced.
US Government Moves $1 Billion in Bitcoin From Bitfinex Hack Wallet
A government-linked wallet moved 12,267 BTC worth about $1 billion from seized Bitfinex funds, with no exchange deposit identified in the initial transfer. Separate transfers reached Coinbase Prime, whose federal custody and trading role means a deposit alone does not confirm a sale. Bitcoin reserve rules preserve court-ordered and victim-related releases, while the latest wallet movement does not establish a completed return to Bitfinex.
Starknet Weighs L1 Move as Quantum Security Concerns Grow
Starknet is considering an L1 transition to gain control over security upgrades, with no migration decision or launch schedule announced. Eli Ben-Sasson sees quantum resistance as possible in 2027, while Ethereum targets full L1 protection by December 2029. Hash-based STARK proofs and programmable accounts support migration, but wallets, existing contracts and Ethereum dependencies still require work.
Ondo Plans 24/7 Pre-IPO Trading for Non-US Investors This Week
Ondo plans to open its first pre-IPO market this week, starting with tokenized exposure to an unnamed private AI company. Eligible non-US investors will be able to trade the notes 24/7, while access remains restricted to permitted jurisdictions. The notes provide economic exposure through a separate issuer and do not confer ownership or shareholder rights in the referenced company.
OKX and ICE File for 24/7 Tokenized US Stock Trading
OKXICE plans 24/7 tokenized trading in more than 60 US stocks through its joint venture with NYSE owner ICE. The venue will use X Layer liquidity pools and tokens designed to preserve dividends and voting rights. Launch remains subject to notice periods and issuer objections, with no confirmed date for trading to begin.
Mirae Asset Group Completes Acquisition of Crypto Exchange Korbit
South Korean financial conglomerate Mirae Asset has officially acquired a controlling interest in local exchange Korbit, marking the first time a traditional domestic financial group has taken ownership of a licensed crypto platform in South Korea. By David Walker Published: Jul 23, 2026 at 9:53 am UTC South Korean financial heavyweight Mirae Asset Group has completed its acquisition of local cryptocurrency exchange Korbit.
Pavel Durov Announces Native Non-Custodial Gram Wallet Integration for 1 Billion Telegram Users
Telegram founder Pavel Durov has announced plans to integrate a native, non-custodial Gram wallet directly into the messaging application.
London Stock Exchange Plans Overnight Trading Platform Launch for 2027 to Counter Crypto Competition
To counter growing competition from 24/7 crypto venues and tokenized asset platforms, the London Stock Exchange is preparing a dedicated night-trading venue for 2027. By Matthew Clarke Published: Jul 21, 2026 at 1:07 pm UTC The London Stock Exchange (LSE) is planning to launch a dedicated night-time trading venue in the first half of 2027.
Tom Lee’s BitMine Absorbs 40,000 ETH to Approach 5% Supply Target
Corporate treasury pioneer BitMine, led by Tom Lee, has acquired an additional 40,000 Ether (ETH) worth approximately $70 million. According to on-chain data compiled by Lookonchain and Arkham Intelligence, the digital assets were consolidated across two separate corporate wallets following multi-million dollar transfers out of hot storage nodes on FalconX and Kraken.
Robinhood Launches Public Robinhood Chain L2 and Unveils Global Crypto Expansion
The boundary separating retail brokerage accounts from decentralized protocols is dissolving. On July 1, 2026, retail trading pioneer Robinhood announced the official mainnet launch of Robinhood Chain, a public Ethereum Layer-2 (L2) network built on Arbitrum Orbit technology. Following four months of rigorous testnet optimization, the network has been deployed as an “AI-native” environment tailored specifically for real-world assets (RWAs) and automated on-chain primitives.
Securitize Set for NYSE Debut After Securing Final SPAC Merger Approval
Real-world asset (RWA) tokenization is moving swiftly from the fringes of crypto experimentation directly onto the floor of the world’s most prestigious stock exchange. On Monday, market leader Securitize announced it had cleared its final major hurdle to go public. Shareholders of the special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Cantor Equity Partners II (CEPT) overwhelmingly greenlit the business combination.
LV Sands Boosts Singapore Gains, Vows Turnaround in Macau
LV Sands Boosts Singapore Gains, Vows Turnaround in Macau July 24, 2025 Summary: Marina Bay Sands delivered record Q2 earnings, with mass gaming going up 97% in the past six years. Macau properties didn’t perform as expected, as more aggressive customer reinvestment is necessary. Executives expect stronger results in Macau by adjusting strategies and improving room availability at the Londoner.
Marina Bay Sands Secures $9bn Loan for Casino Hotel Expansion
Marina Bay Sands Secures $9bn Loan for Casino Hotel Expansion February 18, 2025 Summary: Las Vegas Sands secured a $9 billion loan for Marina Bay Sands’ expansion in Singapore. The deal was possible via a consortium of 26 banks. The expansion includes a fourth hotel tower, new amenities, and an enlarged gaming floor.
LVS, Concerned About Online Competition Amid Plan to Build $6bn Casino
LV Sands, Concerned About Online Competition Amid Plan to Build $6bn Casino October 24, 2024 Summary: Las Vegas Sands chairman and CEO Rob Goldstein is concerned about the impact of online gambling on land casinos. The CEO expressed concerns about their $6 billion investment in a casino resort on New York’s Long Island. Goldstein said they were still interested in the process.
Bulldozers Mirage’s Closing Ceremony, Demolition Set For Next Week
Bulldozers Mirage’s Closing Ceremony, Demolition Set For Next Week July 18, 2024 Summary: The closing ceremony at The Mirage took place on Wednesday morning, as scheduled. Bulldozers soon arrived at the scene, preparing for next week’s first demolition work. The iconic property will turn into a guitar-shaped Hard Rock casino resort.
Station Casinos Move Forward With Durango Resort Expansion
Station Casinos Move Forward With Durango Resort Expansion June 27, 2024 Summary: Station Casinos has presented its plans to expand the newly opened Station Casinos in the southwest Las Vegas valley. The company wants to extend the parking capacity at Durango Resort by adding 2,500 parking spaces. The new casino area would be located to the northwest of the parking garage. In December 2023, Station Casinos held the grand opening of its newest property in southwest Las Vegas valley, Durango Resort.
Play’n GO Launches Games in Michigan via DraftKings Casino Deal
Play’n GO Launches Games in Michigan via DraftKings Casino Deal May 22, 2024 Summary: Play’n GO seeks further expansion in the US. A New Jersey launch is set to come in the next few weeks. The DraftKings partnership includes commercial and technical elements. Online casino players in Michigan are in for a treat with the new partnership between DraftKings and Play’n GO.
Malaysia’s PM Doesn't Want Another Casino in the Country
Malaysia’s PM Doesn’t Want Another Casino in the Country May 15, 2024 Summary: Malaysia’s PM has reiterated that casino players in the country will not benefit from a second casino. This comes as a consequence of his decision not to give the green light to a second casino license. Instead, the country will focus on other sectors to sustain its economic growth. Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has once again expressed his decision not to allow a second casino to open in the country.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Appoints Four New Critical Execs
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Appoints Four New Critical Execs April 9, 2024 Summary: Fontainebleau Las Vegas has announced the appointment of four new executives. The new execs will join the security and marketing divisions. Three appointments are in-house promotions, including Kimberly Virtuoso, Lori Kobashigawa, and Sheila Tuzon.
Black Hawk’s Casino Market Ranks 12th with $923.2M GGR
Black Hawk’s Casino Market Ranks 12th with $923.2m GGR February 22, 2024 Summary: The small town of Black Hawk, Colorado, has shown it has one of the quickest-developing casino markets in the US. According to data from the American Gaming Association, in 2023, Black Hawk was the only market that managed to go up at least two GGR spots compared to 2022 figures. Black Hawk/Central City ranked 12th with a GGR of $923.2 million.
Star Entertainment Criticized Over Lack of Transparency on Remediation Plan
Star Entertainment Criticized Over Lack of Transparency on Remediation Plan February 9, 2024 Summary: Star Entertainment has been accused of hiding the full details of its remediation plan for its Queensland casinos The Queensland government has also been criticized for not being transparent to the public An investigation into Crown Resorts CEO confirms he did not violate anything Star Entertainment Group has been criticized for not releasing the full details of its remediation plan that...
Macau Reports Increase in 2023 Gaming Related Crimes
Macau Reports Increase in 2023 Gaming Related Crimes January 31, 2024 Summary: Gaming-related crimes in Macau jumped to over 2,700 in 2023, from 965 in 2022 Macau claims the increase is due to COVID-19 restrictions being removed Macau reported a rise in gaming-related crimes in 2023, with the city recording more than 2,700 cases throughout the year, compared to 965 in 2022.
Londoner Macao Phase 2 Renovation to Cost US$1.2bn, Completion in 2025
Londoner Macao Phase 2 Renovation to Cost US$1.2bn, Completion in 2025 January 26, 2024 Summary: Las Vegas Sands Corp said it will now spend US$1.2B for the Phase 2 development at Londoner Macao Phase 2 will focus on the renovation of the Sheraton and Conrad hotels and the Pacifica casino on the Sheraton side Phase 2 is expected to be completed by 2025 US-based casino operator Las Vegas Sands Corp.
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