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Crypto News — October 31, 2026

Crypto news from Saturday, October 31, 2026. The market was worth about ₹253.93T, with Bitcoin up 0.32% over 24 hours and sentiment at "Fear" that day. The Token Times newsdesk published 112 original briefs.

Market cap$2.67T
Bitcoin 24h+0.32%
BTC dominance58.3%
Fear & Greed34 · Fear

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Altcoins

28 briefs
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.6% since 3 sources
Ethereum Faces 420K ETH Sell-Off Risk Amid Market Uncertainty

A looming 420,000 ETH supply overhang raises sell-off concerns, but market sentiment remains cautiously optimistic.

ETH+1.2%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 2.9% sincevia Coinfomania
NEAR Protocol Rejoins Bitwise 10 Crypto Index ETF

NEAR Protocol has been reinstated in the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index ETF, a significant development for its market positioning.

NEAR+5.2%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia TronWeekly
Chainlink Strategic Reserve Grows by 427K LINK Amid Price Recovery

Chainlink added over 427,000 LINK to its reserve in October as the token targets $16.

LINK+4.8%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.6% sincevia TronWeekly
Stellar's USDT0 Surpasses $500M in Transactions Amid XLM Price Momentum

Stellar's integration of USDT0 has reached a significant milestone, coinciding with XLM's price showing signs of a potential breakout.

XLM+1.1%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.1% sincevia TronWeekly
Dogecoin Whales Move $30.5M as DOGE Tests Key Price Levels

Large DOGE transactions coincide with technical analysis pointing to potential breakout.

DOGE-0.1%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Bitcoin Sistemi
Altcoin Surges 23% Despite Announced Network Shutdown

An altcoin has seen a surprising price increase of 23% on the day its network officially shuts down.

AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Cryptopolitan
SUI Price Forecasts for 2026-2032: Long-Term Growth Potential Analyzed

Cryptopolitan projects SUI could reach an average price of $34.20 by 2031.

SUI+0.8%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 2.2% sincevia TronWeekly
Avalanche Hits 1.6 Billion Transactions Amidst AVAX Price Recovery Attempt

Avalanche network surpasses 1.6 billion transactions as AVAX tests $8 support level.

AVAX+2.3%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.1% sincevia U.Today
Dogecoin Extends Bearish Trend with 20% October Decline

Dogecoin's October performance fell short of bullish expectations, continuing its negative trajectory from last year.

DOGE-0.0%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia The Cryptonomist
Lisk Price Shows Intraday Bullish Momentum Amid Neutral Daily Trend

Lisk's hourly RSI surges to 82.5 while its daily trend remains neutral, indicating short-term strength without a confirmed uptrend.

USDT+0.0%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.2% sincevia U.Today
Shiba Inu Exchange Reserves Decline Amid Market Volatility

Shiba Inu's exchange reserves are rapidly decreasing, indicating potential renewed demand for the token.

SHIB-0.8%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.2% sincevia U.Today
Shiba Inu Loses 2,500 Holders Amid Market Volatility

Shiba Inu experiences a sharp decline in holder count as the cryptocurrency market remains volatile.

SHIB-0.9%JST+0.0%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.7% sincevia Cryptopolitan
Bonk Token Forecasts 2026-2032: Price Projections and Market Context

Bonk (BONK), a Solana-based meme token, has attracted attention with its long-term price predictions despite market volatility.

SOL-0.8%DOGE-0.7%SHIB-2.4%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia CaptainAltcoin
Analyst Who Cashed Out $50K From SHIB Predicts PEPE's Potential

Crypto analyst Isaac compares Shiba Inu and Pepe, revealing his next major investment choice.

SHIB-1.0%PEPE-6.0%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 1.1% sincevia Cryptopolitan
Pi Network Price Forecast: Long-Term Growth Predicted Despite Current Volatility

Pi Network's price could reach $0.3600 by 2026 and potentially $1.71 by 2032 according to recent analysis.

PI+0.3%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read 3 sources
Ripple Set to Release 1 Billion XRP from Escrow on November 1

Ripple is scheduled to unlock 1 billion XRP tokens from its escrow accounts, a regular event that impacts XRP supply dynamics.

XRP-0.2%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read 4 sources
XRP Reserves on Binance Drop to 2022 Lows Amid Market Volatility

Binance's XRP reserves have reached their lowest level since 2022, indicating sustained demand despite recent price fluctuations.

XRP-0.2%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.1% sincevia DailyCoin
Cardano Foundation Joins Swiss CMTA to Boost Tokenized Securities

The Cardano Foundation's membership in the Swiss Capital Markets and Technology Association (CMTA) aims to facilitate tokenized securities on the Cardano blockchain.

ADA+0.1%JST-0.5%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.4% sincevia Crypto Daily
Cardano's ADA Trades Near $0.19 Amid DijkstraNet Preparation

Cardano's ADA hovers below key moving averages as the network prepares to release node version 11.2 for DijkstraNet.

ADA+0.9%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Crypto Daily
XRP Lending Markets Launch as Token Tests $1.31 Resistance

XRP holders can now borrow stablecoins against wrapped XRP, with the token trading near $1.25.

XRP-0.6%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 1.3% since 4 sources
Pi Network Unveils Four Major Developer Updates Ahead of Ecosystem Summit

Pi Network has announced four significant developer updates as it aims to enhance its ecosystem's utility and accessibility.

PI+0.0%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 1.1% sincevia Crypto.news
NFT Market Sees Sharp Decline as Ethereum Regains Dominance

NFT sales dropped 35.37% to $42.13 million over the past week, while Ethereum reclaimed its position as the leading blockchain for NFT transactions.

ETH+0.5%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.9% sincevia Coinfomania
Reserve Rights Token Surges 11.09% in 30 Minutes

RSR experienced a sharp price increase amid a generally flat crypto market.

JST-0.0%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Cryptopolitan
ICP and ARB Price Forecasts: Long-Term Potential and Market Outlook

Internet Computer (ICP) and Arbitrum (ARB) forecasts suggest potential growth over the next decade, with differing timelines and targets.

ICP+1.5%ARB-1.2%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 1.4% sincevia Cryptopolitan
Arbitrum Price Forecast Predicts Long-Term Growth Despite Near-Term Challenges

Arbitrum's price is expected to rise gradually, potentially surpassing $1 by 2030 according to recent projections.

ARB-2.3%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read 2 sources
XRP Faces Critical Support Test After Recent Sell-Off

Ripple's XRP is testing key support levels following a sell-off, with its short-term trajectory uncertain.

XRP-1.3%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.9% sincevia Coinfomania
Coinbase Institutional Receives 609,699 SOL in Significant Transfer

A major SOL transfer to Coinbase Institutional has sparked market interest amid broader crypto downturn.

SOL-1.8%
AltcoinsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.5% sincevia Coinfomania
NEAR Protocol Launches Privacy-Focused Hackathon Track

NEAR Protocol has introduced a new hackathon track emphasizing privacy and AI, aiming to spur innovation in these areas.

NEAR+9.2%

DeFi

19 briefs
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.9% sincevia Coinfomania
Arbitrum's Tokenized Funds Surge to $1.1B, Boosting DeFi Ecosystem

Arbitrum's tokenized funds have reached $1.1 billion, highlighting the platform's growing influence in decentralized finance.

ARB+2.0%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 1.5% sincevia NewsBTC
Uniswap Launches Developer Analytics Dashboard as Swap API Volume Tops $2B

Uniswap has introduced a developer analytics dashboard as its Swap API surpasses $2 billion in usage.

UNI+1.5%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.4% sincevia The Coin Republic
Hyperliquid Price Drops Despite NYSE Partnership Announcement

Hyperliquid's HYPE token price fell despite a major deal with Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) for regulated futures markets.

HYPE-0.8%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Coinfomania
THORChain Delays Laundering of Stolen Binance Funds: Chainalysis

Chainalysis reports that THORChain has postponed the laundering of funds stolen from Binance.

DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia NewsBTC
Shopify Integrates USDC Payments via Base for E-Commerce Checkout

Shopify's new integration with Base and USDC brings stablecoin payments to mainstream e-commerce.

USDC+0.0%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.3% sincevia Coinfomania
Solana Leads in Real-World Asset Inflows Amid Growing Interest

Solana has become the top blockchain for real-world asset inflows, drawing increased attention from traders.

SOL+0.2%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.4% sincevia CoinEdition
b14g Investigates $97M CORE Token Exploit, Staking Contracts Paused

A security breach on the b14g platform resulted in the theft of approximately 97 million CORE tokens.

BTC+0.2%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.5% sincevia TronWeekly
Kaiko Raises $110M in Extended Series B Funding Round

Kaiko's extended Series B funding round, led by S&P Global, raises $110M with participation from major financial institutions.

XLM+0.9%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.5% sincevia NewsBTC
Chainlink Expands Oracle Service to 24/7 for Tokenized Assets, Aave Integrates Feeds

Chainlink's expanded oracle service aims to provide continuous pricing for tokenized assets, with Aave adopting the feeds for its platform.

LINK+5.4%AAVE+7.1%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 1.5% sincevia NewsBTC
Uniswap Expands TJAR Fee Conversion as Robinhood Enters the Arena

Uniswap's TJAR fee conversion feature now extends beyond its protocol, with Robinhood joining the ecosystem.

UNI+3.1%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia DailyCoin
HashPack Integrates Tokenized Stocks with HBAR and Wrapped USDC Support

HashPack users can now trade tokenized stocks and ETFs using HBAR or Hedera's wrapped USDC version through SODAX.

USDC+0.0%HBAR+1.1%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.7% sincevia NewsBTC
Polygon Expands Open Money Stack to Solana for Cross-Chain Stablecoin Payments

Polygon integrates its open money infrastructure with Solana to enable cross-chain stablecoin transactions.

SOL+0.9%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia The Block
DeFi Websites Registered with Name.com Hacked, $138,000 Stolen

A coordinated attack on 12 DeFi websites hosted through Name.com resulted in the theft of approximately $138,000.

DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia The Cryptonomist
RedStone Launches Bug Bounty Program with $250,000 Rewards for Smart Contract Flaws

RedStone Finance has announced a new bug bounty program offering up to $250,000 for critical smart contract vulnerabilities.

DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.8% sincevia The Cryptonomist
Lido DAO Treasury Revenue Surges to $605K, Driven by Ethereum Staking Rewards

Lido DAO's daily treasury revenue jumped to $605,320 on October 30, a 6.4x increase from its seven-day median.

ETH+1.4%LDO+0.9%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Coinfomania
Pendle Surges in Tokenized Stock DeFi with $16M TVL Growth

Pendle has seen a significant $16 million increase in Total Value Locked (TVL) for tokenized stock DeFi offerings.

PENDLE+8.0%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 3.0% sincevia Crypto.news
Aave Imposes Restrictions Amid Binance-Linked Attack Attempt

Aave's emergency controls halted new deposits after a Binance-linked attacker exploited the platform, causing market disruption.

AAVE+6.4%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 1.3% sincevia Crypto Daily
Hyperliquid Burns 5% of HYPE Supply as ICE Backs Tech Venture

A significant HYPE token burn coincides with ICE's support for a Hyperliquid-based venture.

HYPE-6.4%
DeFiOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 6.1% since 2 sources
Aave Reopens Markets but Limits Collateralized Loans

Aave has resumed operations after a freeze but has imposed new restrictions on collateralized loans.

AAVE+5.4%

Markets

15 briefs
MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia TronWeekly
OKX Survey: Young US Investors Increasingly Favor Crypto for Wealth Growth

A new OKX survey reveals a growing appetite for crypto investment among younger US investors.

MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read 2 sources
SpaceX Stock Falls 6.37% Amid CZ's Defensive Remarks

Changpeng Zhao defends SpaceX stock as a long-term investment despite recent price decline.

🔥 TrendingMarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.5% since 6 sources
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and BNB Exhibit Divergent Price Movements Post-Binance Hack

Cryptocurrency market volatility surged following the Binance hack, with major coins showing varying resilience.

BTC+0.8%ETH+0.5%BNB+0.7%
MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia CryptoSlate
Private Credit Funds Face $349B Debt Risk from Uncollected Interest

Private credit funds may owe banks $349B despite potential difficulties in collecting owed interest from borrowers.

MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.5% sincevia CryptoSlate
Strategy's Record Profits Amidst Bitcoin Bullish Call

Strategy reports record operating income of $20.9B, driven by Bitcoin gains, as Saylor predicts a new bull market.

BTC+0.0%
MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia CaptainAltcoin
Silver Price Decline Could Signal Opportunity, Says Veteran Trader Peter Brandt

Silver's pullback from its 2026 peak may present a strategic entry point for investors, according to Peter Brandt.

MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Live Bitcoin News
LavishCars.com Expands Global Luxury Car Rental Footprint from Dubai

The Dubai-based luxury car rental platform is expanding internationally while maintaining its UAE standards.

MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.5% sincevia CoinEdition
Global Market Volatility: Bitcoin, Tech Stocks, and Gold Decline Amid Rising Oil Prices

Global markets experienced volatility on October 30, with tech stocks, Bitcoin, and precious metals falling while oil prices surged.

BTC+0.8%
MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia TronWeekly
Evernorth Holdings Registers 73.7M Shares for Potential Resale

Evernorth Holdings has filed with the SEC to register 73.7 million shares for potential resale by existing investors.

MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia CryptoSlate
Ripple's $16 Trillion Payment Volume Fails to Boost XRP Price

Ripple's expanding payment volume has not translated into gains for XRP, as token holders lack direct claims on the company's profits.

XRP+0.2%
MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.7% sincevia Cointribune
Bitcoin ETF Net Flows Turn Negative for First Time Since July

Bitcoin ETFs have recorded 30-day net outflows, breaking a positive trend that began in late July.

BTC-0.4%
MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read 3 sources
Coinbase Revenue Plunges 35% in Q3 Despite Rising Profits and USDC Growth

Coinbase stock dropped 1.7% as Q3 revenue fell sharply, though net income and USDC holdings increased.

USDC+0.0%
MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read 2 sources
Major Security Breach at BitcoinWorld Exchange: Unauthorized Withdrawals Reported

BitcoinWorld has confirmed a serious security incident involving unauthorized fund withdrawals.

BTC+0.8%MORPHO+9.1%
🔥 TrendingMarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.9% since 8 sources
Bitcoin ETF Outflows Reach $643M Amidst Market Downturn

Bitcoin ETFs experienced significant outflows of $643 million, potentially signaling shifting investor sentiment.

BTC-1.6%ETH+0.2%
MarketsOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.8% sincevia CryptoSlate
Maple Finance Locks $280M in XRP Collateral Amid Maturing Loan Concerns

Maple Finance has secured $280 million worth of XRP as collateral for stablecoin loans, with upcoming maturities raising liquidation risks.

XRP+3.4%

Bitcoin

13 briefs
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.5% sincevia Bitcoin.com
Binance Hack Could Be Largest Crypto Theft Ever at $6.3 Billion

The reported Binance breach surpasses the Mt Gox hack in dollar value but not in Bitcoin stolen.

BTC+0.3%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.5% sincevia Bitcoin Sistemi
Strive CEO Praises Binance's Resilience Amid Hack, Warns of Bitcoin Risks

Strive CEO Matt Cole acknowledges Binance's strong response to a recent hack but expresses concerns about Bitcoin's market position.

BTC+1.2%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.5% since 3 sources
Bitcoin Celebrates 18 Years Since Satoshi's Whitepaper Release

Bitcoin's influence has grown beyond a digital currency to shape an entire industry and popular culture.

BTC+0.8%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.5% sincevia Bitcoin.com
Bitcoin White Paper Celebrates 18th Anniversary Amid Institutional Growth

Bitcoin's foundational document turns 18 as the cryptocurrency gains mainstream traction and faces new challenges.

BTC+0.0%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.7% since 2 sources
Bitcoin Celebrates 18th Anniversary Amidst Growing Challenges

The pioneering cryptocurrency marks its 18th year in operation amidst a rapidly evolving technological and security landscape.

BTC+0.2%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.7% sincevia The Cryptonomist
Next Technology Board Approves $449M Bitcoin Liquidation Plan

Next Technology's board greenlights the potential sale or borrowing against 5,833 BTC, exceeding its market cap by over 50 times.

BTC+0.2%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.6% since 2 sources
Bitcoin Whitepaper Celebrates 18th Anniversary Amid Market Stability

Coinbase commemorates the Bitcoin whitepaper's 18th anniversary, highlighting its lasting impact on the crypto ecosystem.

BTC+0.2%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.6% sincevia CaptainAltcoin
Bitcoin Selloff Sparks Focus on Key Support Levels Amid Market Uncertainty

Bitcoin's post-Binance hack decline has analysts eyeing deeper support levels as the market braces for US midterm elections.

BTC+0.2%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.6% sincevia Coinfomania
Coinbase Highlights Bitcoin's 21 Million Supply Cap on Whitepaper Day

Coinbase commemorates the anniversary of Bitcoin's whitepaper by emphasizing its key feature of a 21 million BTC supply limit.

BTC+0.2%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.6% sincevia CaptainAltcoin
Binance Hacker Amasses Bitcoin Fortune Surpassing Tesla's Holdings

The Binance hacker now controls over $1.4 billion in Bitcoin, exceeding Tesla's BTC reserves.

BTC+0.2%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.7% sincevia Crypto Economy
Cybersecurity Concerns Drive Focus on Bitcoin Self-Custody

Rising digital threats are prompting crypto users to consider self-custody solutions for enhanced security.

BTC-0.2%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.5% sincevia Crypto Daily
Bitcoin Tests $77K Amid Grayscale's In-Kind Swaps and SEC Regulatory Review

Bitcoin trades near $77,000 as Grayscale enables in-kind swaps and the SEC considers stricter crypto fund regulations.

BTC+0.3%
BitcoinOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.8% sincevia Coinfomania
Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Realize 84% of Value in Recent Sales

Data shows long-term Bitcoin holders sold at a significant discount, impacting market sentiment.

BTC+1.1%

Regulation

13 briefs
RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia NewsBTC
Tether-Backed FASE Foundation Launches to Combat Crypto Scams

A new initiative aims to tackle crypto scams and provide stablecoin-based aid, backed by major industry players.

USDT+0.0%SOL-0.4%
RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia CryptoPotato
US Sanctions Russians Over North Korean Crypto Money Laundering Scheme

The US has imposed sanctions on two Russian nationals for facilitating cryptocurrency cash-outs linked to North Korean IT workers.

🔥 TrendingRegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min read 6 sources
FBI Links North Korean Hacker Group to $6.3B Binance Cyberattack

The U.S. government has officially attributed the massive Binance hack to North Korea's TraderTraitor group.

RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia The Cryptonomist
France Advances Data Tax Proposal at €0.055 per Gigabyte

France's National Assembly approves a first-reading version of a tax targeting data providers at €0.055 per gigabyte.

RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.4% sincevia CryptoPotato
Christine Lagarde Steps Down from ECB: Her Consistent Criticism of Bitcoin

The outgoing ECB president maintained a skeptical stance on Bitcoin throughout her tenure.

BTC+0.8%
RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.7% sincevia Unchained
ICE to Launch Regulated US Market for Hyperliquid Perpetual Futures

The New York Stock Exchange owner will operate a regulated US market for Hyperliquid's perpetual futures contracts.

HYPE-4.4%
RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia CoinEdition
Sihanoukville Casinos Report $1.07B in Crypto Amid Regulatory Crackdown

Cambodian casinos in Sihanoukville received over $1 billion in crypto despite ongoing regulatory scrutiny.

RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia The Daily Hodl
Pennsylvania Official Accused of Stealing $20,558 in Food Aid for Crack Cocaine

A county assistance office supervisor allegedly embezzled EBT cards and exchanged them for drugs and cash.

RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Finbold
Binance Hackers Employ Unprecedented Money-Laundering Tactics

Hackers behind a $6.4 billion Binance-related theft are using novel laundering techniques to obscure stolen funds.

RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min read 2 sources
Binance Hacker Unprecedentedly Circulates Stolen Funds

The perpetrators of the $6.4 billion Binance hack are using highly unusual laundering techniques.

RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia CoinEdition
2026 US Midterm Elections Could Reshape Crypto Policies and Market Sentiment

The upcoming US midterm elections could significantly influence the future of cryptocurrency regulation and market outlook.

RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.7% sincevia The Daily Hodl
Pennsylvania Lawyer Charged With Stealing $156,781 From Clients

A Pennsylvania lawyer allegedly drained funds from two clients, including leaving a 76-year-old with just $26 in their bank account.

JST-0.2%
RegulationOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 1.0% since 2 sources
Major Crypto Players Challenge Illinois' Proposed Tax Rules for DeFi

a16z, Uniswap, and DeFi Education Fund push back against Illinois' proposed crypto tax regulations, citing security risks and DeFi restrictions.

UNI+11.0%

Technology

8 briefs
TechnologyOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Cointribune
Chainalysis Confirms AI-Powered Cyberattack on Systems

Blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis discloses an AI-assisted cyberattack compromising some client data.

TechnologyOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Crypto Economy
AI Agents Enter the Commerce Arena with Agentic Transactions

Software agents are now capable of initiating and managing transactions autonomously within set parameters.

TechnologyOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia Cointribune
OpenAI Scales Back $30B Fundraising Goal Amid AI Investment Caution

OpenAI has reduced its fundraising target by $10 billion as investor sentiment toward AI cools.

TechnologyOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.5% sincevia The Cryptonomist
TrapDoor Campaign Targets Solana Developers with Over 384 Malicious Packages

A widespread credential theft campaign has compromised multiple developer platforms with hundreds of malicious package versions targeting Solana developers.

SOL+0.8%
TechnologyOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.8% sincevia Crypto Economy
BIS Tests XRP Ledger for Economic Data Verification Amid Market Uncertainty

The Bank for International Settlements explores the XRP Ledger's potential for verifying official economic statistics.

BTC-0.8%XRP-1.1%
TechnologyOctober 31, 2026·1 min read 2 sources
Chainalysis Suffers Data Breach, Customer Information Exposed

Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis confirms a security breach that compromised customer data through advanced AI techniques.

TechnologyOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.9% sincevia BeInCrypto
AI Booking Errors Highlight Risks of Autonomous Systems

A hypothetical scenario of an AI agent booking the wrong flight raises concerns about AI decision-making in travel and beyond.

JST-0.7%
TechnologyOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▼ 0.4% sincevia Crypto Economy
Uber Enters Crypto with Blockchain Pilot Alongside HSBC and Franklin Templeton

The mobility giant joins major financial institutions in a blockchain-based corporate treasury management pilot.

CC+6.4%

Ethereum

7 briefs
EthereumOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.6% sincevia Coinfomania
Vitalik Buterin Visits Mumbai to Boost Ethereum's Ecosystem

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is in Mumbai to engage with the local community and explore new projects.

ETH+0.8%
EthereumOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.6% sincevia Coinfomania
Ethereum Reorg Prompts THORChain Operations Halt

A recent Ethereum blockchain reorganization has led to THORChain pausing its operations, raising concerns about network stability.

ETH+1.2%
EthereumOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.6% sincevia Coinfomania
Ethereum ETF Sees 23-Day Outflow Streak Amid Weak Demand

Ethereum investment products have experienced continuous outflows for 23 consecutive days, reflecting sustained negative investor sentiment.

ETH+0.7%
EthereumOctober 31, 2026·1 min readvia TronWeekly
Ethereum Whales Accumulate $29M in ETH Amid Price Recovery Signals

Large Ethereum holders acquired $29 million in ETH as the cryptocurrency shows signs of potential recovery.

ETH+1.2%
EthereumOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.8% sincevia TronWeekly
Ethereum Block Builder Titan Builder Briefly Overtakes Tether in Revenue

Titan Builder's $22.83M revenue surpasses Tether's, highlighting MEV's growing financial significance in Ethereum.

ETH+0.8%USDT+0.0%
EthereumOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 1.1% since 2 sources
Ethereum Faces Critical Support Test as Price Slides Below $2,250

Ethereum's recent sharp decline has analysts scrutinizing key support levels around $2,000.

ETH+0.9%
EthereumOctober 31, 2026·1 min read▲ 0.9% sincevia Crypto Daily
Ethereum Struggles Below Key $2,360 Resistance Amid Six-Day Decline

Ether has fallen for six consecutive sessions, remaining below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages.

ETH+0.6%

Exchanges

4 briefs

Security

2 briefs

Stablecoins

2 briefs

Macro

1 brief

Sectors in the news

live on-chain size
Tokenized real-world assets (RWA) ₹364.24B 8DeFi lending ₹4.76T 7Cross-chain bridges ₹1.16T 5On-chain derivatives ₹166.23B 3DEX liquidity ₹1.18T 2

Coins in the news

by coverage · live price
BTC23
₹74,04,495.66$77,901.00 ▲ 0.48%
7d -2.92%
ETH12
₹2,15,475.66$2,266.97 ▲ 0.93%
7d -2.38%
XRP7
₹118.81$1.25 ▲ 0.36%
7d -2.89%
SOL6
₹9,047.82$95.19 ▼ 0.69%
7d -5.35%
JST5
₹12.99$0.1367 ▼ 0.67%
7d -3.42%
USDC4
₹95.05$1.00 ▲ 0.01%
7d +0.04%
SHIB4
₹0.000447$0.0000047 ▼ 0.24%
7d -2.85%
USDT3
₹95.00$0.9995 ▲ 0.02%
7d +0.04%

Crypto today — FAQ

What happened in crypto on October 31, 2026?

The crypto market was worth about ₹253.93T, up 0.32% over 24 hours. Token Times covered 112 stories, including: Binance Hack Could Be Largest Crypto Theft Ever at $6.3 Billion; Tether-Backed FASE Foundation Launches to Combat Crypto Scams; Vitalik Buterin Visits Mumbai to Boost Ethereum's Ecosystem.

How many crypto news stories did Token Times publish that day?

112 original briefs on October 31, 2026, covering Altcoins, DeFi, Markets, Bitcoin, Regulation. Each is synthesised from multiple outlets with live market data, and links to its original sources.

This daily digest links to Token Times's original briefs — each an independent summary with live market data that cites and links to its sources. Market figures reflect that day. Information only — not financial advice.