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Today so far 2026-09-26 · 00:01 UTC

The crypto sector is grappling with significant security and regulatory challenges, with Bitget raising its hack estimate to $387.5 million while stablecoin issuers attempt damage control, and the industry facing legal pressures including US prosecutors seeking $84.2 million from a bank tied to Tether. Meanwhile, regulatory efforts are stalling on Capitol Hill as the CLARITY Act faces opposition, even as some projects like Ripple gain adoption through SWIFT partners for settlement services. Bitcoin is trading near $84K amid broader macro uncertainty, while technical issues have forced some blockchains to take drastic measures, with Zano wiping an entire day of history due to an inflation bug.

$5M Gone: Machi’s 40x Book Hits The Week’s Woodchipper

Big-time leveraged plays on BTC & ETH have been testing the patience of one of crypto’s most seasoned perp traders.

2026-09-16 · 12:00 UTC
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Zcash holders back 25-second blocks, vote to keep ZEC halving schedule

2026-09-16 · 11:46

Nearly 99% of ZEC holders voted to reduce block times to 25 seconds, while keeping ZEC issuance and halving schedules…

Circle launches Arc mainnet with USDC as native gas token

2026-09-16 · 11:39

Circle’s Arc mainnet is live with USDC for transaction fees, support for more than 20 fiat stablecoins and links to over…

POL Targets $0.095 After Cumberland Moves $1.41M Off Exchanges

2026-09-16 · 11:35

Cumberland moved $1.41 million in POL off exchanges, potentially reducing immediate selling pressure.

Whale Sells 866 BTC for 26,924 ETH Hours Before Bitcoin Price Tanked

2026-09-16 · 11:30

A trader sold 866 bitcoin and bought 26,924 ether on Sept. 15, hours before the U.S.

Fed Decision Looms as Markets Price In a 92% Chance of a Rate Hike

2026-09-16 · 11:25

Bitcoin heads into the Fed decision under pressure, with markets pricing in a rate hike and traders bracing for Warsh’s…

Deutsche Bank to Launch Crypto Custody for Corporate and Institutional Clients

2026-09-16 · 11:14

Bitcoin is moving into the vaults of Europe’s biggest banks as Deutsche Bank prepares a custody service for institutions…

XRP Price Prediction: XRP Holds $1.28 as Clarity Act Defeat Pressures Market

2026-09-16 · 11:00

XRP faces renewed selling pressure as its recent recovery loses momentum and derivatives activity continues to contract.

X Turns Cashtags Into a Trading Gateway With Coinbase And Kraken

2026-09-16 · 10:43

X has launched its Cashtag Partner Program in the United States, adding a “Trade” option that connects discussions with…

Deutsche Bank awaits regulatory nod to launch institutional crypto custody solutions

2026-09-16 · 10:33

Germany’s largest bank is awaiting regulatory approval to launch institutional custody solutions for Bitcoin, Ether and…

Ethiopia cuts Bitcoin miners’ power by 77% amid hydropower shortage: Report

2026-09-16 · 10:11

Bitcoin miners generated 35% of the state-owned power producer’s revenue last year, but declining reservoir inflows led…

Ripple’s Brad Garlinghouse Expresses Disappointment Following Failed Clarity Act Vote

2026-09-16 · 10:10

Ripple’s Brad Garlinghouse expresses disappointment following the failed vote.

The CLARITY Act Just Hit a Senate Wall. What Should Crypto Expect Next?

2026-09-16 · 10:00

The Senate setback leaves crypto markets facing renewed uncertainty as Bitcoin, XRP and Solana slide and U.S.

Bitcoin Coinbase Premium hits monthly low as CLARITY Act vote squeezes US demand

2026-09-16 · 09:55

Bitcoin exchange demand on Coinbase declined after the US Senate voted against the CLARITY Act, while traders sent BTC…

Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Slips Below $76,000 as CLARITY Act Fails in the Senate

2026-09-16 · 09:45

Bitcoin price prediction turns cautious below $76,855.70, the 20-day EMA that gave way after the CLARITY Act failed its…

16% Gain for Arbitrum (ARB): How Far Can This Move Go?

2026-09-16 · 09:41

As of 16th Sept., Arbitrum (ARB) is trading within the $0.1547 range, up by over 16.2%, with its volume reaching $530.9…

XRP Falls 10% as Ripple Insists It Stands on ‘Settled Ground’

2026-09-16 · 09:30

XRP dropped about 10% to $1.29 after the U.S.

Bitcoin Slides Toward $75K as CLARITY Act Setback, Fed Uncertainty Weigh on BTC

2026-09-16 · 09:03

The largest crypto, Bitcoin, is trading around $75,700 on Wednesday after another move lower, with BTC briefly falling…

Tonkeeper Becomes Keeper as Wallet Adds Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tron

2026-09-16 · 09:01

The self-custodial wallet is expanding beyond The Open Network, with support for seven blockchains and more financial…

Senate Blocks Crypto CLARITY Act in 49-50 Vote as Senator Elizabeth Warren Argues Strong ‘No’

2026-09-16 · 08:50

Senate blocks crypto Clarity Act in 49-50 vote. Senator Elizabeth Warren argues strong ‘No’.

Binance CEO Denies Wrongdoing as DOJ Seeks $61M in Iran-Linked Crypto Case

2026-09-16 · 08:46

Binance CEO Richard Teng has responded after U.S. prosecutors sought forfeiture of about $61 million in cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin Price Needs a $78K Weekly Close or Things ‘Could Get Ugly’

2026-09-16 · 08:30

Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards says bitcoin needs a weekly close back above $78,000 “pronto.” The market…

Pi Network Price Prediction: Can PI Hold Its Rising Channel After a Sell Signal Fires?

2026-09-16 · 08:30

Pi Network price prediction for September 17 turns cautious below $0.0935, the level PI lost today as a Supertrend sell…

A BIS Study Questions Certain Bitcoin Onchain Metrics

2026-09-16 · 08:05

The data recorded on blockchains often gives the impression of providing an accurate reading of financial flows.

Crypto Exchange CoinEx Is Shutting Down After Nine Years, Giving Users Until December to Cash Out

2026-09-16 · 08:01

The Hong Kong-founded exchange blamed a prolonged crypto winter and rising compliance costs, closing the books on a run…

Cardano Price Prediction: Can ADA Clear $0.20 as Mastercard Deal Lands?

2026-09-16 · 07:40

Cardano price prediction for September 17 stays bullish above $0.1955, the level ADA is testing after the CLARITY Act’s…

SHIB Price Setup Turns Bullish With 2 Key Scenarios in Focus

2026-09-16 · 07:40

SHIB exchange outflows surged 191.89%, suggesting reduced immediate selling pressure.

Bitcoin Slides Below $75,000 As Rate Fears Return

2026-09-16 · 07:35

In a few hours, bitcoin erased the rebound that had taken it up to 79579 dollars.

Polish Olympic Chief Fired Over $94M Crypto Scandal

2026-09-16 · 07:30

The Polish Olympic Committee voted to remove President Radoslaw Piesiewicz following his arrest, appointing Marian Kmita…

Former CFTC Chair Says SEC and CFTC Can Advance Crypto Rules After CLARITY Vote

2026-09-16 · 07:22

According to the former chairman of the CFTC, J.

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