The $1.2 million BNB Chain hack exploited Seedifys $SFUND bridge, affecting over 64,000 users in a major DeFi breach.
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Fitell has entered into an up to $100 million convertible note facility with a U.S.-based institutional investor.
Bitcoin is holding above the $110,000 level after a turbulent Monday that saw billions of dollars in liquidations across the crypto market. The sharp correction erased much of last week’s gains and reminded investors of the volatility that continues to define this cycle. Despite the heavy selling pressure, BTC has managed to stabilize near a key liquidity zone, where bulls and bears are now battling for control. Related Reading: Aster Forms Bullish Hammer At Key Support – Reversal Setup? The mood across the market remains cautious as traders weigh the potential for further downside. Some analysts warn that Bitcoin could retest lower support levels if bearish momentum strengthens, while others argue that the retrace is part of a healthy reset after an overheated rally. Top analyst Axel Adler shared insights revealing that the risk of further bearish pressure from liquidations is medium. Data shows that net liquidations remain negative, reflecting ongoing long wipeouts that continue to weigh on price action. However, Adler noted that the liquidation intensity is not at cascade levels, meaning that while headwinds persist, the market lacks the fuel for a deep liquidation-driven collapse. Liquidation Risk: Pressure Without Cascade According to Axel Adler, Bitcoin’s recent downturn is being shaped by ongoing long liquidations. Net liquidations remain negative near −$40 million, underscoring the fact that many overleveraged positions are still being flushed out of the market. This persistent wave of long wipeouts is applying steady downside pressure, preventing BTC from mounting a strong recovery after its recent rejection above $115K. Despite these pressures, Adler highlights a crucial point: the Liquidation Intensity Z-Score (365d) is at a neutral to moderate level. This signals that while liquidations are forcing traders out of their positions, they are not large enough to trigger a cascading selloff. In other words, the current market drawdown is painful, but it lacks the systemic fuel for a deep liquidation-driven collapse similar to what has occurred during prior cycle tops. This distinction is vital for understanding Bitcoin’s current market structure. While headwinds remain as the market forces leveraged traders to reset, the underlying trend shows resilience. Because liquidations aren’t extremely intense, BTC could find stability once it clears out the weak hands. Adler notes that the market now sits at a crossroads: continued liquidation pressure could grind prices lower in the short term, but without cascading risk, Bitcoin has the capacity to consolidate and rebuild momentum. As fresh capital enters and the market clears out leveraged excess, it may support a healthier, more sustainable advance in the months ahead. In this context, don’t view the correction solely as a bearish signal. Instead, it reflects a broader market reset—necessary for removing excess leverage and laying the groundwork for Bitcoin’s next decisive move. Related Reading: Crypto Leverage Whipeout: $600M+ In BTC & ETH Longs Liquidated Price Action Details Bitcoin is trading near $113,025, struggling to reclaim levels above $115K after the recent selloff. The chart shows BTC moving below its 50-day and 100-day moving averages (MAs), both of which now act as resistance around $114,600–$115,000. The 200-day MA, currently near $115,077, reinforces this resistance cluster, signaling that BTC must overcome heavy technical barriers to regain bullish momentum. On the downside, BTC found temporary support at $112,900, with buyers stepping in to prevent further losses. If this level fails, the next support lies closer to $110K, which aligns with prior consolidation zones and liquidity pools. A break below could open the door toward $108K, intensifying bearish sentiment. Related Reading: Tron Integration Marks Next Phase Of PayPal USD’s Multi-Chain Growth – Details Price action also reveals lower highs forming since the rejection near $118K, highlighting fading bullish strength. Still, the broader structure suggests BTC remains in a consolidation phase rather than a complete trend reversal, as long as $110K holds. In the short term, traders will be watching if Bitcoin can reclaim the 115K zone, which would signal renewed momentum. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
Maelstrom Chief Investment Officer Arthur Hayes made one of his boldest forecasts for Bitcoin, projecting that the asset could reach $3.4 million within three years. In a Sept. 23 note, he stressed that his prediction rests on the possibility of Donald Trump’s administration embracing aggressive monetary expansion through yield curve control. According to him: “Between […]
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ASTER is valued at over $15 billion following an initial fully diluted valuation (FDV) of $560 million at during its TGE.
Balancing employment and inflation risks may lead to complex policy decisions, impacting economic stability and future monetary strategies.
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Previously, Archetype has invested in blockchain firms like Privy, Monad, Hut 8, Farcaster, Ritual and Relay.
HBAR rebounded from early weakness to close higher, with late-session volume surges reinforcing support and keeping bulls in control heading into the next trading window.
DeFi comes and goes, but the latest developments in the sector have surprised even experienced players. The perpetual DEX (decentralized exchange) sector has entered a cooling phase. Total value locked (TVL) declined from an all-time high of about $6.1B on September 13 to roughly $5.1 B by September 22. However, with gains of 600% and 2100%, respectively, two new entrants – Avantis ($AVNT) and Aster ($ASTER) – are quickly gaining traction, resisting the broader downturn with impressive increases in both token price and protocol adoption. Avantis: Rapid but Steady Growth Avantis’s native token ($AVNT) increased by 66% in just one week, rising from about $1.25 to $2.05. Its TVL also grew by nearly 27%, going from $17.7M to $22.6M in the same period. Avantis, a product of Coinbase, emphasizes innovative derivatives products and user-friendly interfaces as key factors attracting new liquidity. Unlike some older protocols, Avantis has customized features specifically for retail traders seeking alternatives to centralized platforms. The steady yet rapid growth indicates a sustainable influx of capital rather than mere speculative fever. With the token’s price rising 641% over the past month, investors are looking for further gains ahead. Aster: A Breakout Story Aster’s rally has been much more explosive. Its token surged 2213% in a month, jumping from $0.20 to $1.90 within that period. Even more remarkable was its TVL growth – a 228% increase from $370M to $1.21B between September 14 and 22. In Aster’s case, a key endorsement from Changpeng Zhao boosted credibility and visibility across the crypto community. It also helped that traders appear to be rotating away from underperforming incumbents like Hyperliquid and Jupiter, both of which saw token prices dip 8–10%, in search of higher-growth opportunities. Hyperliquid’s $HYPE token dropped about 9.3%, with TVL down 3.3%, while Jupiter saw an 8% token decline and TVL fell 5.6%. The picture is of Avantis and Aster benefiting at the expense of established projects, as capital is reallocated toward up-and-coming projects that appear to offer more upside. The Bigger Picture: Sustainable Growth or Short-Lived Hype? While the emergence of Avantis and Aster highlights the dynamism of the DeFi derivatives landscape, questions remain about sustainability. Surging TVL and token prices often correlate with speculative momentum, and history shows that hype can fade quickly once the initial excitement cools – as Hyperliquid discovered this past week. Can Bitcoin Hyper introduce a note of stability by opening the door for Bitcoin’s integration into the DeFi world? Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) – Unlocking Bitcoin-Native DeFi Applications With Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), there is a chance for Bitcoin to reinvent itself. No longer simply a store of value, on the Hyper Layer 2, wrapped Bitcoin can be swapped at Solana-fast speeds. Microtransactions become feasible, with low fees and high throughput. And because final settlement remains on the Bitcoin Layer 1, there’s no sacrifice of speed and stability. $HYPER token holders get access to dApps built on the Hyper Layer 2, pre-sales, and all early-stage features. The presale roared past $17M as investors realized just how much potential Bitcoin Hyper holds. The success of $AVNT and $ASTER helps reinforce the potential $HYPER holds; learn how to buy $HYPER with our guide. Visit the presale page to learn more. The gains highlight a bigger trend: new protocols attract traders by promising innovation, improved user experiences, and higher potential returns, even as the overall perpetual DEX market consolidates. Whether Avantis and Aster can sustain their momentum remains uncertain, but $HYPER might be here for the long run. Authored by Aaron Walker, NewsBTC — https://www.newsbtc.com/news/binance-aster-soars-1800-in-a-week/
Ethena Labs USDe Kraken listing will mark the stablecoins first US exchange debut, highlighting regulatory progress and DeFi growth.
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The rally in AVAX price came as institutional momentum and network growth signaled renewed investor confidence in the Avalanche ecosystem.
RLUSD, launched in 2024, is a stablecoin “purpose-built for enterprise utility" with a nearly $740 million market cap.
"Orderly One" allows a perp DEX to be built in a matter of minutes without requiring the writing of any lines of code, Orderly said.
While bitcoin and the S&P 500 often trend together, they periodically diverge during bull cycles.
Crypto expert Jake Claver has explained what needs to happen for the XRP price to rally to as high as $2,500. He noted that the projected rally isn’t as easy as some make it out to be, but suggested that it is very much possible despite market cap concerns. How The XRP Price Can Rally Above $2,500 In an interview, Claver stated that there are macroeconomic global events that need to play out to cause a supply shock that would push the XRP price to $2,500. He declared that the projected rally will boil down to supply and demand economics rather than the market cap, which may be alluded to. Related Reading: Analyst Predicts XRP Price Will Definitely Reach $10,000, Gives Reasons Why Based on the current circulating supply of 59.77 billion XRP, a price rally to $2,500 would give the altcoin a market cap of $149.4 trillion. This is 50 times larger than the current crypto market cap and almost double the U.S. GDP. However, Claver believes that the focus is on whatever the supply is on the market for purchase, which will determine how high the XRP price could rise. The market expert further noted that this is what drives liquidity and market dynamics, ultimately affecting the XRP price. Claver also remarked that XRP is deflationary and that 5,000 coins are burned daily, which he indicated will make the altcoin more valuable over time. XRPScan data shows that 14.2 million XRP have been burned since the token launched. Notably, this prediction marks just one of many ultra-bullish predictions for the XRP price even as the altcoin currently trades in the single digits. Crypto analyst Xena recently declared that XRP will definitely reach $10,000. She claimed that naysayers will be shocked just the same way people who were surprised at Bitcoin’s exponential growth over the years. The Rally To $2,500 Can Happen This Year In another part of the interview, Claver claimed that the XRP price rally to $2,500 could happen by the end of the year. The expert alluded to the reverse carry trade as one of the catalysts that would have to transpire for the projected rally to happen. However, he didn’t explain how this reverse carry trade will work with respect to what currencies will be borrowed or invested in. Related Reading: 8-Year Accumulation Phase Could Catapult XRP Price To $6 However, he asserted that the catalysts are at the “doorstep” and that they are inevitable. He further predicted that the XRP price will stay that high as it continues to rally, as there will be enough liquidity for counterparties to settle transactions using XRP. The expert suggested that most SWIFT and stock market transactions could eventually be settled on the XRP Ledger using XRP. At the time of writing, the XRP price is trading at around $2.85, down almost 2% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
Bubblemaps has launched Intel Desk, a platform that rewards users with BMT tokens for identifying scams and suspicious activity.
Neal Stephenson’s Lamina1 teamed up with Consensys’ Linea to launch Spaces, a platform for creator-owned IP and interactive storytelling on Ethereum.
Archetype has a track record of successful investments, including Privy, which was acquired by Stripe, and US Bitcoin Corp, which completed a merger with Hut 8
Fold has partnered with Visa and Stripe to launch a bitcoin-rewards credit card that offers up to 3.5% back on purchase.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is aiming to weigh a new digital assets "innovation exemption" by the end of the year, the chairman said.
The bank will partner with Zerohash to let clients trade BTC, ETH and SOL starting in early 2026, the report said.
REXShares Solana Staking ETF growth sees $27M inflow, increasing AUM to $306M as interest in crypto ETFs and staking rises.
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Institutional adoption of diversified crypto assets may stabilize markets and attract more traditional investors, boosting overall market growth.
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Bitcoin traders revealed new BTC price bottom targets as BTC price action wobbles, while a dovish Fed speech offered bulls little relief.
Aster, a new decentralized exchange for on-chain perpetuals backed by former Binance chief Changpeng Zhao, has recorded its first daily volume win against Hyperliquid. On Sept. 23, Aster disclosed that traders moved more than $12 billion worth of contracts on its platform in a single day. That figure put it ahead of Hyperliquid, which registered […]
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BlackRock’s Bitcoin and Ether ETFs are generating over a quarter of a billion dollars for the world’s largest asset manager as the next potential adoption “benchmark” for TradFi.
E-trade clients should be able to trade Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana in the coming months, according to reports.
In 2025, several solo Bitcoin miners defied the odds, netting $350,000 each. These wins reflect the decentralized nature of Bitcoin, as envisioned by Satoshi Nakamoto.
Bullish’s European arm became the first exchange to list Société Générale-Forge’s new USDCV stablecoin under MiCA and BaFin oversight.
Bitcoin is once again at a turning point as the market struggles to recover from heavy selling pressure. After losing the $115,000 level earlier this week, BTC is now fighting to hold $110,000, a threshold that many investors see as critical for maintaining short-term stability. The sharp drop has shaken confidence, with traders increasingly concerned about the possibility of a deeper correction if support fails. Related Reading: Aster Forms Bullish Hammer At Key Support – Reversal Setup? Market sentiment has shifted quickly from bullish optimism to caution, as volatility rises and momentum fades. The broader crypto market has mirrored Bitcoin’s moves, with altcoins also suffering significant declines. This phase of consolidation and retracement has left investors uncertain, unsure whether the recent dip represents a temporary pullback or the beginning of a larger corrective phase. Amid this turbulence, top analyst Darkfost highlighted a key onchain signal: it has been another painful day for short-term holders (STHs). Data shows that STHs realized losses of around 30,000 BTC in just one day. For many of the most recent buyers, unrealized profits have already evaporated, with some now selling at steep losses. Bitcoin STH Face Losses, But Market Outlook Holds Darkfost’s recent analysis highlights the mounting pressure on Bitcoin’s short-term holders (STHs). With BTC trading near $111,400, most of their unrealized profits have been nearly wiped out, leaving the newest market entrants facing realized losses. Data shows that STHs collectively absorbed an estimated 30,000 BTC in losses in a single day, underscoring the severity of the recent correction. For traders, this has been painful, but Darkfost argues it is actually constructive for the short-term outlook. He explains that when STHs capitulate, it often acts as a cleansing event for the market. Excessive leverage is flushed out, weak hands exit their positions, and the supply overhang diminishes. While “annoying in the very, very short term,” as Darkfost puts it, such resets typically create stronger foundations for the next move higher. This pattern has been observed in previous cycles, where brief periods of realized losses paved the way for sustained rallies once selling pressure subsided. At the macro level, conditions remain challenging as global markets digest tighter liquidity and slower economic growth. Still, many analysts believe Bitcoin is well-positioned in the long run, particularly as institutional adoption and regulatory clarity progress. In their view, current volatility may simply be part of the transition toward a healthier and more resilient market structure. Related Reading: Crypto Leverage Whipeout: $600M+ In BTC & ETH Longs Liquidated Price Analysis: Testing Support After Breakdown Bitcoin’s price action shows clear weakness after losing the $115K level, with the chart now testing support near $113K. The breakdown comes as the bullish momentum that fueled previous rallies fades, leaving BTC vulnerable to volatility. Currently, price trades below the 50-day moving average, signaling pressure in the short term. The 100-day SMA around $113,337 is now acting as a key support level, and its defense will be crucial to avoid a deeper correction. The recent drop highlights a rejection near the $123K resistance zone, where the market failed to build sustained momentum. If Bitcoin manages to hold above the $113K area, consolidation could follow before another attempt at recovery. However, a decisive move below this level risks exposing BTC to the $110K psychological level, where buyers are likely to step in. Related Reading: Tron Integration Marks Next Phase Of PayPal USD’s Multi-Chain Growth – Details Momentum indicators suggest the market remains in a corrective phase rather than a full reversal, with higher lows still intact from June levels. As long as BTC avoids a breakdown below $110K, the broader bullish structure remains valid. Traders will closely watch whether Bitcoin can stabilize above its current support or whether further selling pressure from long-term holders and broader market uncertainty drags it lower. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView