Crypto Briefs
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Thursday, October 22, 2026
Crypto 'Wrench Attack': What Security Measures Miss
The Defiant explains that wrench attacks—coerced transfers via physical threat or duress—exploit a gap in hardware wallet and multisig security models. While hardware wallets isolate private keys and multisig setups divide signing authority, neither mechanism automatically prevents forced fund transfers when an attacker has physical access or leverage over a key holder.
Read the original at The DefiantSoFi Launches SOFIE Tokenized Deposit Product at 4.4% APY
SoFi introduced SOFIE, a tokenized deposit offering 4.4% annual percentage yield to members. Deposits can be converted to SoFiUSD stablecoin at 1:1 rate, though interest accrual and FDIC insurance protections do not transfer with the conversion to stablecoin form.
Read the original at The DefiantDOJ Freezes Nearly $1B in Scam-Linked Cryptocurrency
Trump announced that the Department of Justice has frozen approximately $1 billion in cryptocurrency linked to scams, according to Crypto Briefing. The action underscores escalating enforcement against digital fraud and signals the need for stronger international regulatory coordination to combat cryptocurrency-enabled crime.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingVisa in Late-Stage Talks to Acquire Fireblocks for ~$2.5B
Visa is reportedly in late-stage negotiations to acquire cryptocurrency custody and infrastructure provider Fireblocks for approximately $2.5 billion, according to Crypto Briefing. The deal could reshape crypto custody dynamics and influence stablecoin infrastructure development. The acquisition would represent a significant move by the payments giant into digital asset infrastructure.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingFireblocks exec: Dynamic wallets may power Fiserv bank transfers
A Fireblocks executive suggested that Dynamic wallets could be powering some bank transfers processed through Fiserv, a major payment infrastructure provider. The statement points to potential integration of blockchain-based wallet technology into traditional banking systems, though no official confirmation from Fiserv was reported.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingDogecoin Labs consolidates wallet and payment tools, eyes transaction growth
Dogecoin Labs has unified three products—MyDoge wallet, DogeOS platform, and Such App—under one company structure. Each product remains at different development stages, with the company testing merchant adoption and a testnet environment to drive measurable DOGE transactions beyond trading activity.
Read the original at Crypto.newsAnalyst flags BTC, HYPE, ZEC for potential rebound
A CryptoPotato analyst has identified Bitcoin, HYPE, and Zcash as cryptocurrencies positioned for a near-term rebound, citing technical or market conditions as the basis for the outlook. The analysis provides reasoning for why these assets may recover from recent weakness.
Read the original at CryptoPotatoSolana-based VIDA token outtraded its equity by 248%
A tokenized equity representing a company on Solana has generated 248% higher trading volume than the underlying stock itself, according to Crypto Briefing. The divergence highlights growing trading activity in tokenized securities on Solana and raises questions about price discovery mechanisms between traditional and blockchain-based equity markets.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingWebull to Offer Kalshi Bitcoin Perpetual Futures in November
Webull plans to launch Kalshi-issued regulated bitcoin perpetual futures contracts to eligible U.S. brokerage customers beginning in November. Unlike traditional futures, the contracts do not expire but remain subject to funding rates, margin requirements, and clearinghouse rules that determine position costs and forced closures.
Read the original at Crypto.newsSouth Korea's Digital Asset Bill Nears Completion Amid Tax Delay Push
South Korea's Digital Asset Basic Act is entering final legislative stages as lawmakers attempt to postpone the scheduled 2027 cryptocurrency tax implementation. The delay request comes while financial regulators work to establish comprehensive industry rules and regulatory guidance, suggesting policymakers want clearer frameworks in place before taxation begins.
Read the original at Crypto.newsBitcoin ETFs Swing to Inflows as Ether Funds See $1B Outflow
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $524.8 million in inflows on October 21, marking their third consecutive strong day and swinging October's cumulative flows positive after an earlier downturn. Over the same October period, Ethereum ETFs have experienced approximately $1 billion in outflows, a divergence reflecting differing investor appetite between the two largest cryptocurrencies.
Read the original at 99BitcoinsCertiK Reports $820K Exploit in NEM Token PancakeSwap Pool
Security firm CertiK identified an $820,000 exploit that drained liquidity from a NEM token pool on PancakeSwap. The incident underscores vulnerabilities in DeFi tokenomics and the importance of rigorous audits to protect investor funds.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingSolana reaches $5T stablecoin volume with two months left in 2026
Solana has processed $5 trillion in stablecoin volume in 2026 with two months remaining in the year, according to Crypto Briefing. The milestone reflects growing adoption and transaction activity on the Solana network, potentially supporting higher valuations and increased ecosystem adoption.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingStarknet votes 93.52% to research independent Ethereum exit
Starknet governance token holders approved research into transitioning to an independent, quantum-resistant Layer 1 blockchain with 93.52% support. The vote authorizes further study but does not commit to an actual departure from Ethereum, which would require a separate governance decision.
Read the original at Crypto.newsAerodrome Finance drops 6% following Velodrome merger
Aerodrome Finance (AERO) fell 5.74% following its merger with Velodrome, with futures open interest declining 7.88% in the same period. Traders are monitoring $0.79 as a key support level amid the price decline.
Read the original at Crypto.newsBybit Obtains VARA Licence for Exchange Operations in Dubai
Bybit has secured a Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) licence enabling it to offer exchange services in Dubai. The licence represents regulatory approval to operate crypto trading services in the United Arab Emirates jurisdiction.
Read the original at The Bitcoin NewsSideSwap Resumes Bitcoin Swaps Amid Liquid Reserves Restrictions
SideSwap has reopened Bitcoin swaps using wallet funds, though the move comes with operational constraints including partially manual refills that may delay payments and continued restrictions on direct Federation withdrawals from Liquid reserves. The resumption suggests efforts to restore service while underlying liquidity challenges persist.
Read the original at CryptoSlateBitcoin Holds $80K as Spot ETF Inflows Decelerate Sharply
Bitcoin remained near the $80,000 level, identified by Glassnode as the average acquisition cost for US spot Bitcoin ETFs and corporate treasuries, as daily inflows slowed dramatically. Farside Investors recorded $526.7 million in net inflows on October 19 but only $23.2 million on October 20, marking a 95.6% decline.
Read the original at CryptoSlateCoinDCX Co-Founder Denies New Hack After $16M Alert
CoinDCX co-founder Sumit Gupta denied a fresh security breach after $16 million in flagged wallet addresses surfaced, stating the compromised addresses dated to a July 2025 incident and that no current CoinDCX wallets were affected. The clarification addressed market concerns following the wallet alert.
Read the original at The DefiantAlpha Modus Acquires $250M+ Bitcoin Via Share Swap
Nasdaq-listed Alpha Modus exchanged 51.6 million shares and matching warrants to acquire 3,170 BTC, valued at over $250 million. The transaction expands the company's bitcoin holdings while diluting existing shareholders' equity stake.
Read the original at The DefiantU.S. Bitcoin ETFs Attract $1B Inflows Despite BTC Price Retreat
U.S. Bitcoin ETFs accumulated over $1 billion in inflows across three trading sessions, with BlackRock and Fidelity leading the flows, according to Crypto.news. The inflows occurred as Bitcoin retreated toward $82,000 following a recent rally, suggesting investor demand for spot BTC exposure remained strong despite the price pullback.
Read the original at Crypto.newsNEAR Co-founder Warns of Internet Security Risks, Calls for AI Defenses
NEAR co-founder Illia Polosukhin issued a warning about mounting software security risks across the internet, advocating for AI-powered defenses and cryptographic systems to address the threat. The comments coincided with a 3.61% decline in NEAR's token price, though the source does not establish causal connection between the statement and the price movement.
Read the original at Crypto.newsSonic Labs announces 13M S token OTC deal as price falls 5.85%
Sonic Labs announced a 13 million S token over-the-counter transfer with an unnamed partner as the S token declined 5.85% in price. Futures open interest fell 13.35% simultaneously, with the token approaching $0.052 support levels, suggesting market uncertainty around the large token movement.
Read the original at Crypto.newsChinese Prosecutors Seek Confiscation of 61,896 Bitcoin in Qian Case
Chinese prosecutors are pursuing confiscation of 61,896 bitcoin in a case known as the Qian matter, according to a Tianjin application. The confiscation order includes provisions for victim restitution, though ownership claims regarding bitcoin held in the UK must be assessed under Chinese law, complicating the enforcement process.
Read the original at The DefiantCZ Urges Crypto Projects to Confirm PHP Not in Use Amid Vulnerabilities
Binance founder CZ warned cryptocurrency users of critical PHP vulnerabilities affecting websites and called for crypto projects to publicly confirm they do not use PHP in their infrastructure. PancakeSwap and BNB Chain have already issued such confirmations, with CZ encouraging other projects to follow suit as a precaution against potential security risks.
Read the original at CryptoPotatoRailway platform security breach linked to $371K crypto theft
Railway, a cloud deployment platform, disclosed a security breach on October 21 that blockchain investigator Taylor Monahan connected to approximately $371,000 in cryptocurrency losses across 19 EVM-compatible networks. The breach involved unauthorized access to systems used by developers, potentially compromising private keys or credentials stored on the platform.
Read the original at Crypto.newsPi Network announces November Ecosystem Summit amid weak price action
Pi Network has scheduled its first Ecosystem Summit for November 17–19, featuring developer tools and a hackathon. The announcement comes as PI token trades below $0.08, reflecting ongoing price pressure in the project.
Read the original at Crypto.newsEthereum slips below $3K amid three days of ETF outflows
Ethereum price fell below the $3,000 support level as U.S. spot Ethereum ETFs experienced their third consecutive day of net outflows, according to SoSoValue data. The decline reflects broader risk-averse market sentiment affecting digital assets.
Read the original at Crypto.newsSolana Deploys Major Network Upgrade Targeting 150ms Settlement
Solana has activated its largest network upgrade since 2020, introducing a new voting system designed to achieve settlement in approximately 150 milliseconds. The change aims to reduce wait times for payments and deposits while preserving compatibility with existing user wallets.
Read the original at CoinDeskBitcoin Treasury Firms Return to Profit Above $80K
Corporate Bitcoin treasury holders have returned to profitability as the cryptocurrency exceeded $80,000, though treasury firms are maintaining cautious strategies amid ongoing market volatility. The development reflects shifting approaches to corporate crypto asset management and the impact of price movements on balance sheets.
Read the original at Crypto Briefing