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Blockchain investigator ZachXBT tracks $133M in suspected crypto theft
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has expanded his probe into a suspected multi-million dollar theft, now estimating that over $133 million has been siphoned from a Western European financial institution. The investigator claims the entity involved is actively concealing the breach, allowing millions to be laundered while authorities remain sidelined.
Alchemy Pay integrates fiat on-ramps into Telegram-based Walt app
Users across 173 countries can now buy and sell cryptocurrencies directly within the Walt application on Telegram. By integrating its payment infrastructure, Alchemy Pay enables seamless fiat-to-crypto and crypto-to-fiat transactions, bypassing the need for external exchanges or complex asset transfers for the platform's growing user base.
Binance Expands Asset Access Following $6.3 Billion Security Breach
Binance has reopened withdrawals for 51 additional tokens across the Ethereum and Solana networks, marking a significant step in the exchange's recovery from the October 29 hack. The platform is restoring access in phases, prioritizing assets based on user demand while ensuring each transaction passes rigorous security protocols.
Hong Kong Unveils Institutional Gold Token for Interbank Settlement
Hong Kong is set to introduce a digital token backed by standard 400-ounce gold bars, marking a significant shift in the city’s blockchain-based financial infrastructure. Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui Ching-yu announced the initiative during Hong Kong FinTech Week, signaling a focus on institutional interbank trading.
Mercado Bitcoin Hacker Shifts $8M in ETH as Asset Freezes Continue
The perpetrator behind the $46 million breach of Brazil's Mercado Bitcoin has begun moving stolen capital, transferring $8 million in Ethereum to new addresses. As blockchain investigators scramble to track the funds across ten different networks, questions loom over whether the attacker will attempt to obfuscate the trail via Tornado Cash.
Candriam and Charles Russell Speechlys Announce Strategic Appointments
Two major firms are reshaping their leadership teams to sharpen their market presence, with Candriam recruiting a seasoned sales expert for its UK distribution arm and Charles Russell Speechlys bringing in a veteran strategist to unify its international client development and marketing operations.
Fidelity and Hines Expand Investment Offerings for Global Wealth
Fidelity International and real estate manager Hines are broadening access to institutional-grade products, launching new vehicles designed for private wealth. Fidelity has introduced a global equity fund focused on innovation, while Hines is rolling out an evergreen real estate strategy structured as a European Long-Term Investment Fund.
NYSE expands tokenized trading network with four new partners
The New York Stock Exchange has recruited Broadridge, Computershare, Equiniti, and Superstate to its developing blockchain-based platform. By adding these firms as transfer-agent partners, the exchange aims to bridge traditional shareholder recordkeeping with 24/7 digital trading, instant settlement, and stablecoin-based funding for future U.S.-listed equities and ETFs.
Crypto.com to shutter Hong Kong consumer app by 2027
Crypto.com will pull its consumer-facing application from the Hong Kong market on February 1, 2027, citing shifting regulatory conditions. While the retail platform prepares for a total exit, the company confirmed it will continue pursuing a formal license to operate an institutional-grade exchange within the city.
Solflare Imposes Strict Access Controls Following Security Incidents
Solana-based wallet provider Solflare has entered a self-described “bunker mode,” locking down its infrastructure and code following a wave of industry-wide security breaches. The firm now mandates multiple approvals for all internal changes and has frozen new system additions to mitigate risks of unauthorized access.
South Korea Lawmakers Propose Extending Crypto Tax Delay to 2029
South Korea’s ruling Democratic Party is weighing a fourth postponement of its cryptocurrency income tax, with lawmakers advocating for a two-year delay until 2029. The proposal aims to address critical gaps in international transaction reporting, ongoing legislative updates, and the operational readiness of domestic exchanges.
North Korea Labels Binance Hack Accusations a Political Provocation
Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has rejected FBI findings linking Pyongyang to a $6.3 billion Binance cryptocurrency heist. Dismissing the investigation as a grave political provocation, she accused Washington of attempting to damage North Korea’s reputation through what she characterized as absurd rhetoric.
Tether CEO confirms 150,000 Bitcoin holdings amid record profits
Speaking at the Plan ₿ Forum in Lugano, Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino revealed that the stablecoin issuer now holds approximately 150,000 Bitcoin on its corporate balance sheet. This disclosure comes as the company reports a surge in profitability, bolstered by substantial U.S. Treasury bill holdings and a diversifying investment portfolio.
Supreme Court Rejects Trump Administration Bid to Invalidate Ballots
The US Supreme Court has blocked a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to set aside thousands of California ballots ahead of the midterm elections. In a brief, unanimous order issued without noted dissents, the justices denied an emergency request to intervene in the state's ongoing vote count.
BNP Paribas Wealth Management Targets German Expansion
Following the acquisition of HSBC Private Bank’s German operations, BNP Paribas Wealth Management is positioning itself for further growth in Europe’s largest economy. CEO Vincent Lecomte aims to leverage the firm’s expanded footprint, which now manages 50 billion euros in assets, to capture the growing wealth of German SMEs and family-led enterprises.
Rights Groups Sue to Block Federal Agents at 2026 Midterm Polls
A coalition of civil rights organizations filed an emergency request Sunday for a restraining order to prevent the Trump administration from deploying federal law enforcement to polling sites. The NAACP, Advancement Project, and Legal Defense Fund argue that these deployments constitute illegal voter intimidation ahead of Tuesday's general election.
Global Impunity Crisis: Journalists Facing Record Violence and Repression
Six out of every seven journalist murders worldwide remain unsolved, according to a new UNESCO report. The findings highlight a grim escalation in violence against media workers, with 189 lives lost during 2024 and 2025—a 20% increase that coincides with the formal identification of a new roster of press freedom predators.
US Hits Record Low in Global Press Freedom Rankings
The United States has plummeted to 64th place in the latest Reporters Without Borders World Press Freedom Index, marking its lowest position ever. The decline follows a period of escalating hostility from the Trump administration, which has openly threatened journalists with imprisonment and treason charges while dismantling public broadcasting entities.
Progressives Intensify Final Push Despite Favorable Polling
With recent polling suggesting a potential blue wave, progressive organizers are operating as if the race remains a dead heat. Movements like Our Revolution and the AFL-CIO are prioritizing direct voter contact, wary of overconfidence as they mobilize their base to secure control of the U.S. Senate.
Pressure Mounts on Trump to Rule Out Nuclear Strike on Iran
As tensions reach a breaking point, President Donald Trump faces urgent demands to explicitly reject the use of nuclear weapons against Iran. The call follows reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is lobbying for a strike on nuclear enrichment sites, raising fears of an irreversible global catastrophe.
SEC updates crypto framework to clarify decentralized governance
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has expanded its digital asset FAQ, introducing three entries that define how decentralized governance and network control interact with federal securities laws. The guidance aims to distinguish between functional, autonomous systems and those operating under the influence of a concentrated central party.
Klein and Glazer Call for Halt on AI IPOs and New Wealth Taxes
Naomi Klein and Ilana Glazer have issued a stark warning regarding the billionaire class, arguing that US policymakers must block upcoming Big Tech initial public offerings and implement aggressive wealth taxes to prevent systemic economic damage fueled by speculative investments and corporate consolidation.
New Jersey Set to Rescind Coinbase Staking Restrictions
After three years of regulatory friction, New Jersey regulators notified Coinbase on October 29 of their intent to withdraw a standing enforcement order. The move signals a potential end to a long-running dispute over whether the exchange’s staking products required formal registration as securities under state law.
TRON Overtakes Ethereum in USDT Supply Amid Third Quarter Growth
TRON has officially surpassed Ethereum in average USDT supply, reaching a quarterly average of $90.75 billion. According to Token Terminal data, this shift marks a significant milestone for the network, which now holds nearly 50% of the total USDT circulating across the twelve blockchains tracked in the report.
The Demographic Pivot: Connecting Asian Capital with Africa’s Future
Africa’s median age of 19, contrasted against an ageing Asia, is reshaping global capital flows. As the continent moves toward a projected 2.5 billion population by 2050, the Asia-Africa corridor is evolving from a traditional aid-based relationship into a sophisticated, two-way channel for private investment and institutional growth.
New York City Mayor Threatens Legal Action Against ICE Over Raid Tactics
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has threatened the Trump administration with legal action, accusing federal immigration agents of the "unlawful commandeering" of municipal property. The mayor alleges that ICE has been using city-owned parking lots as staging grounds for enforcement operations without any form of authorization.
Dogecoin Community Marks International Doge Day Amid Market Slump
Supporters gathered in Japan and across social media on Nov. 2 to honor Kabosu, the Shiba Inu behind the legendary Doge meme, even as the cryptocurrency trades at roughly 90% below its all-time high. The annual celebration coincides with the birthday of the beloved canine, who passed away earlier this year.
Mike Flaum predicts 2027 Bitcoin high as cycle theories fracture
The traditional four-year Bitcoin cycle is effectively dead, according to Log Scale Investments CEO Mike Flaum. In an October interview, the executive dismissed the relevance of halving-based timelines, forecasting that the digital asset will shatter its all-time high in 2027 regardless of historical patterns that once dictated market movements.
London Police Arrest Hundreds for Supporting Banned Pro-Palestine Group
A demonstration outside the US Embassy in London descended into mass arrests Saturday as police detained 325 people for expressing support for the banned group Palestine Action. While activists displaying banners in favor of the organization were taken into custody, authorities permitted other demonstrators to hold signs advocating for genocide.
Amnesty Warns of Humanitarian Crisis as Russia Targets Energy Grid
As freezing temperatures descend on Ukraine, Amnesty International has condemned the Russian military's renewed campaign against the nation’s energy infrastructure. The organization warns that the deliberate destruction of power and heating facilities is an illegal strategy intended to render civilian life unlivable ahead of the winter months.