OpenAI in talks to acquire cybersecurity firm Trail of Bits

The potential acquisition could bolster OpenAI’s financial stability and strategic positioning, reducing perceived bankruptcy risks. The post OpenAI in talks to acquire cybersecurity firm Trail of Bits appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Ripple taps Meritz Securities to bring custody, tokenization to Korea’s capital markets

Ripple’s partnership with Meritz Securities could accelerate digital asset integration in South Korea, potentially reshaping its financial landscape. The post Ripple taps Meritz Securities to bring custody, tokenization to Korea’s capital markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Clearpool launches redesigned dApp with swap tool for CPOOL to CLEAR migration

Clearpool’s strategic shift to the XRP Ledger and token migration could enhance institutional lending capabilities, impacting token value dynamics. The post Clearpool launches redesigned dApp with swap tool for CPOOL to CLEAR migration appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Meritz Securities Korea Jalin Kerja Sama dengan Ripple
Meritz Securities telah mengumumkan kemitraan dengan Ripple untuk menerapkan solusi custody dan tokenization tingkat institusional di pasar modal Korea. Kolaborasi ini menandai langkah penting bagi kedua perusahaan, terutama karena Ripple memperluas pengaruhnya di wilayah tersebut. Implikasinya untuk peningkatan efisiensi dan keamanan dalam manajemen aset dapat menjadi substansial, terutama karena pasar berkembang untuk merangkul aset digital. […]
XRPL Commons Selects 13 Startups for Payments, AI, and DeFi Push

XRPL Commons has selected startups developing stablecoin payments, AI commerce, and blockchain lending for its first fully online Aquarium cohort. The program connects founders with coaching, investors, and potential grants to expand XRP Ledger applications. 13 Startups Take XRP Ledger Applications Beyond Transfers Startups developing payment and financing applications will receive support through a new […]
USDC Treasury Confirms Minting of $250 Million in New Tokens
The USDC Treasury has minted $250 million in new tokens, as reported by the commentator @whale_alert. This strategic move aims to enhance market liquidity in a fluctuating crypto landscape. As regulatory frameworks evolve, boosting liquidity could be crucial for maintaining trading stability and attracting more users into the ecosystem. For more details, see the full […]
SkyAI risks SEC offer failure if SOL falls under $100
SkyAI reports about 80% of the required cash and approximately 600,000 SOL retained, while its proposed tender still carries waivable conditions. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
Bitwise’s Hougan says Q3 charts point to ‘crypto spring’

Bitwise chief investment officer Matt Hougan says Q3 may have been “one of the best quarters in crypto’s history,” arguing a sharp rebound in crypto prices and growing onchain markets point to the start of “crypto spring.”In its quarterly market review published Thursday, Bitwise reported a 46.4% quarterly gain in its large-cap crypto index, along with $6 billion in US spot Bitcoin ETF inflows that brought year-to-date net flows back into positive territory. The growth extended beyond the price of cryptocurrencies. The value of tokenized equities rose 65.5% to nearly $3.2 billion, while open interest on decentralized perpetual futures hit a new record near $26 billion, with a growing share tied to stocks, commodities, foreign exchange and pre-IPO shares.“Page after page after page, it’s all the same: The most recent part of the chart is turning sharply upwards,” Hougan wrote. “That’s exactly what you want to see if you’re looking for the start of a crypto spring.”Crypto analysts have been debating whether the market slump is finally over. CryptoQuant said in September that technical and onchain indicators confirmed a new Bitcoin bull market, while Bitget chief analyst Ryan Lee told Cointelegraph that more indicators were needed to confirm a cycle bottom. Hougan pointed to ETF flows and onchain activity as additional signs of a potential recovery. 10 large-cap crypto gain double digitsBitcoin (BTC) gained 42.3% during Q3, while Ether (ETH) and Solana (SOL) rose 69.1% and 59.2%, respectively, according to Bitwise. All 10 constituents of the firm’s large-cap crypto index posted double-digit quarterly gains, with Chainlink (LINK) the highest performer, climbing 97.6%.“Three months ago, crypto was in the depths of despair,” said Hougan. “Prices, onchain activity, ETF flows—everything was down.” Year-to-date performance of the assets tracked in the Bitwise 10 Large Cap Crypto Index. Source: Bitwise However, the rebound did not extend to every corner of the industry. Shares of Bitcoin miners Riot Platforms and Hut 8 fell 26.4% and 25.4%, respectively, during Q3, while Galaxy Digital dropped 16.8%, according to Bitwise. The number of public companies holding Bitcoin fell almost 6% to 173 in the quarter, though their combined holdings grew 0.5%, while the number of public companies holding Ether fell to 35 from 40, even as their combined holdings increased.Related: Crypto valuations could double as protocols link revenue to tokens: Bitwise CIOMeanwhile, Bitwise’s large-cap crypto index remained down 6.2% for the year through September despite its strong quarterly gain.Upcoming catalystsLooking ahead, Bitwise said it expects the SEC’s innovation exemption to draw billions more of tokenized assets into blockchains. “We believe Q4 moves tokenization from pilots to production. We expect the exemption will pull billions more of tokenized assets onto blockchains like Ethereum, Solana, NEAR, and others.”Meanwhile, it expects the growing perpetual futures market to accelerate after more than $6 trillion was traded year-to-date across venues such as Hyperliquid and Lighter, up 42% from the same period a year earlier.“With regulatory support expected this quarter, we project the growing perp market to accelerate as US investors start to arrive,” said Bitwise. Magazine: Crypto lending rises again… but have they solved the risks?
Korea’s Meritz Securities Teams Up with Ripple
Meritz Securities has announced a partnership with Ripple to implement institutional-grade custody and tokenization solutions in Korea’s capital markets. This collaboration marks a significant step for both companies, especially as Ripple expands its influence in the region. The implications for increased efficiency and security in asset management could be substantial, particularly as the market evolves […]
Compal brings Nvidia-focused AI factory gear to OCP Global Summit 2026

Compal will showcase 800VDC power and megawatt-class AI factory infrastructure for Nvidia platforms at the sold-out OCP Global Summit 2026. The post Compal brings Nvidia-focused AI factory gear to OCP Global Summit 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.