Initia halts blockchain after exploit reportedly drains over $2.6M
The blockchain suspended its layer1 network and rollups after security researchers identified unauthorized token minting and millions in assets transferred to…
Was crypto self-custody ever designed for beginners?
Recent hardware wallet security incidents have renewed debate over whether selfcustody is suitable for beginners, as multisig and seedless designs carry their…
Ethereum delays Glamsterdam Hoodi testnet launch over security risks
ChainSecurity said it identified 13 realworld examples of smart contracts potentially affected by Glamsterdam’s gas changes and is coordinating responsible…
Ethereum delays Glamsterdam test after security devs flag risk to existing contracts
Developers canceled Monday's Hoodi activation after researchers showed how new gas rules could let smart contracts permanently record failed operations.…
Thailand SEC says several companies eye crypto ETFs, none has applied
Thailand’s SEC says several asset managers have sought consultations on spot crypto ETFs, but it cannot confirm whether the first funds will launch in 2026.…
China seeks to seize 61,800 BTC tied to $5.7 billion fraud scheme
Chinese prosecutors are seeking to confiscate more than 61,800 Bitcoin tied to a $5.7 billion fraud scheme, days after a U.K. court ruled Chinese law governs…
Zcash developers confirm November date for upgrade that triples payment speed
The NU7 upgrade will cut the time between Zcash blocks to 25 seconds from 75 seconds. The chosen block height still has to be merged into the spec and shipped…
Crypto’s 2026 shutdown wave claims 82 projects. What went wrong?
Crypto projects are struggling to survive as falling revenues, depleted funding and security breaches force closures across DeFi, blockchain infrastructure and…
Starknet opens vote on potential Ethereum L2 exit over quantum risks
Starknet is asking STRK holders whether to explore becoming an independent layer1 blockchain to reduce its dependence on Ethereum’s quantumsecurity upgrade…
South Korea plans cybersecurity overhaul after attacks hit banks, crypto firms
South Korea is proposing tougher cybersecurity assessments after a review identified security deficiencies at 130 financial firms. Source：Cointelegraph
The COLA wars are coming for Social Security
The annual costofliving adjustment may soon be capped, curtailed, meanstested or scrapped altogether under various proposals being actively considered…
Russia clears Sberbank for crypto trading ahead of December launch
Russia’s largest bank, Sberbank, has secured crypto exchange authorization as it prepares to offer Bitcoin, Ether and Tether USDt trading. Source：Cointelegraph