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U.S. Treasury Unveils Hamas Funding Network Utilizing Cryptocurrency and Sham Charities
The U.S. Treasury reveals a $2M Hamas financing network using crypto and fake charities, linked to Gaza and France fundraisers, amid rising sanctions-evasion concerns.
Crypto Market Sentiment for 2026-10-02
Recent cryptocurrency news shows a mixed sentiment with security breaches, regulatory challenges, and positive advancements like Ethereum's zkAPI launch.
Stand With Crypto Expands Support for Pro-Crypto Candidates After Senate Setback
Stand With Crypto endorses a bipartisan slate of candidates after the Senate's failure to pass the CLARITY Act, focusing on pro-crypto advocacy in midterms.
Payward, Kraken's Parent Company, Pursues Partnership with BNY for Broader Crypto Services
Payward, Kraken's parent, is negotiating a partnership with BNY to enhance services in crypto custody, trading, and payments, expanding business capabilities.
Utexo Set to Launch USDT on Bitcoin This October with Unique Services
Utexo plans to launch USDT on Bitcoin in October, offering private transfers, BTC swaps, and Bitcoin-backed loans to enhance crypto transactions.
Former NCA Officer Ordered to Repay $2.4 Million for Bitcoin Theft
A former UK National Crime Agency officer, Paul Chowles, must repay $2.4M after stealing 50 bitcoins from a dark web investigation.
Montana Payments Firm Linked to Tether Faces Over $84 Million Seizure Amid Fraud Allegations
U.S. authorities seized $84 million from a Montana payments firm linked to potential fraud related to cryptocurrency transactions and bank accounts.
Innovative Integration of Banking and Digital Currency: W Group's hashbank Revolutionizes Financial Services
W Group introduces hashbank, a licensed digital bank that merges traditional banking with Web3, allowing seamless transactions between fiat and digital assets.
SEC Confirms Effectiveness of Bitwise XRP ETF Amid XRP’s 7.7% Surge
Bitwise XRP ETF receives SEC effectiveness notice, confirming registration update while clarifying it isn’t a new ETF approval, following XRP's 7.7% rally.
European Stablecoin Issuers Urge Adoption of Dollar Tokens Amid Rising Demand
European stablecoin issuers urge for regulated USD stablecoins to meet demand for dollar liquidity in global payments, amid MiCA framework review.
SMBC Nikko Collaborates to Create a Japan-Focused DeFi Gateway with Major Partners
SMBC Nikko and its partners plan a Japan-focused DeFi Gateway with Uniswap, set for mid-2027, to connect Japanese investors to decentralized finance.
Bybit Plans Expansion into Comprehensive Financial Services in Türkiye
Bybit plans to transform its Türkiye operations into a financial super app, offering payments and investment products beyond crypto trading as regulations evolve.
How a €39.5 Million Fraud Unraveled Fideuram's Security Amid AI Scams
Fideuram loses €39.5M to an AI-driven impersonation scam involving fake messages and calls, with funds funneled into crypto wallets.
Crypto Whale Actions for 2026-10-02
The market shows mixed activity with Bitcoin and $USDC transactions indicating institutional accumulation and strategic treasury management.
Exploitation of FlashLoopAdapter Leads to $305,000 Drain from Vulnerable Aave-Linked Safes
A FlashLoopAdapter exploit resulted in a $305K loss from two linked Safe wallets on Aave, due to an authentication flaw allowing access control bypass.
International Monetary Fund Disburses $138 Million to El Salvador After Waiving Bitcoin Accumulation Breach
El Salvador secures $138 million from the IMF after waivers for missed Bitcoin conditions, signaling continued commitment to its controversial strategy.
Core Lightning alerts users of threats from outdated Bitcoin nodes as vulnerabilities come to light
Core Lightning warns Bitcoin node operators to upgrade from version 26.06.7 or earlier due to attacks targeting unpatched nodes. Immediate action is advised.
Ethereum’s zkAPI Enables Anonymized Payments for API Services on Mainnet
Ethereum's zkAPI launches on mainnet, enabling private API payments using zero-knowledge proofs for secure, anonymous transactions.
Peter Todd Takes Charge of MARA Foundation’s Slipstream: A New Era for Bitcoin Transactions
Peter Todd joins MARA Foundation as lead of Slipstream, a private Bitcoin mempool service for enhanced transaction submission and research development.
Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Remote Work: Strategies for Productivity and Balance
Commissioner Peirce has profoundly influenced the SEC during her extensive service, first on staff (2000-2008) and as Commissioner since 2018. Renowned for her…
