Key Takeaways The bug could have created spendable XRP beyond its fixed supply. The fix shipped Sept. 25; investigators found no evidence of exploitation. Ripple is expanding simulated attacks and mathematical protocol checks. Ripple Responds to a Threat to XRP’s Fixed Supply A critical flaw could have allowed unauthorized XRP creation, prompting Ripple to reinforce…

Key Takeaways China sees a boom in AI-driven micro-startups, with over 400 dedicated OPC communities nationwide. Local governments offer computing subsidies to offset high operational and compliance costs for OPCs. Experts urge Beijing to build supportive business ecosystems and maintain subsidies to sustain growth. China rises as AI One Person Company Powerhouse As it builds…

Key Takeaways DWF Labs affiliates are seeking $141 million from Bitgo over allegedly premature FF and ESPORTS token sales. Bitgo allegedly moved discounted tokens to exchanges two months before their contractual lock-ups expired. DWF Labs says the early sales damaged token prices, while Bitgo has declined to comment on the lawsuit. Bitgo Faces $141 Million…

Key Takeaways The $93.4M Ledger hardware wallet exploit has allegedly expanded to Mediamarkt, a major European retailer. A customer found an earlier implant version that passes software checks, warning others to inspect devices. Ledger claims the attack is limited to Asian reseller CryptoBilis but is now reviewing reseller controls. New Tampered Ledger Wallets Allegedly Found…

Key Takeaways Bitcoin’s price trades near $83,770, with resistance between $83,900 and $84,200 limiting its latest recovery. Bitcoin’s RSI sits at 52, while negative momentum signals suggest the rebound still lacks confirmation. Bitcoin remains above its longer-term averages, but losing $82,500 could expose the $80,308 low. Bitcoin’s price is knocking on the door of $84,000,…

Key Takeaways As of Oct. 11, 2026, Liquid Network’s peg-out operations remain frozen 35 days after an exploit drained nearly 4,000 BTC. Attackers returned 3,400 BTC but still hold 598.5 BTC worth $49.69 million, leaving the protocol’s creators frustrated. Blockstream faces growing criticism as an external security audit continues with no date for restoring peg-outs….

Key Takeaways Coldcard’s official X account published a phishing link on Oct. 11, prompting an investigation. Despite the fraudulent post, Coldcard says its credentials and offline two-factor authentication remain secure. The incident follows Coldcard’s July firmware disaster, which reportedly resulted in more than $100 million in losses. Coldcard’s Security Nightmare Deepens as Phishing Post Appears…

Key Takeaways Heinz von Foerster’s 1960 population model predicted humanity would reach infinity on Nov. 13, 2026. With 8.3 billion people in 2025, UN estimates expose how the old model missed major demographic shifts. The UN now expects population to peak near 10 billion in the 2080s, challenging old forecasts and AI models. A 1960…

Key Takeaways Argentina’s central bank maintained its ban on crypto banking, delaying digital asset integration. Officials cited economic fragility, pushing potential crypto deregulation to a possible second Milei term. Despite the ban, banking groups are building institutional stablecoin projects through separate entities. Argentina Rejects Near Future Changes In Crypto Banking Integration While Argentina has reached…

Key Takeaways China proposed a national blockchain network to deeply integrate its real and digital economies. This network aims to enhance data property ownership and efficiently manage nationwide digital resources. The plan supports the ‘East data, West computing’ project, shifting computing centers to western regions. China Pushes for Creation of National Blockchain Network as Part…