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Ai Tech·TechCrunch·Oct 14
Floqer’s AI agents research sales prospects so teams don’t have to
Floqer, an autonomous customer knowledge platform, is pitching Wednesday on the Startup Battlefield stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. The startup provides B2B sales and marketing teams with an AI-powered database that continuously collects, organizes, and updates customer information, aiming to reduce manual research. Floqer's pitch highlights its AI agents that research sales prospects automatically.
Policy·TokenPost·Oct 14
Bitcoin ETFs Take In $167.62 Million as Seven-Day Flows Stay Negative
Bitcoin ETFs took in $167.62 million on the day, but seven-day flows remained negative with a net outflow of 7,502 BTC. Ether funds also saw outflows of 142,133 ETH, valued at $350.36 million. Despite the daily inflow, sustained outflows suggest cautious sentiment among institutional investors.
Markets·TokenPost·Oct 14
EasyA Targets First-Half 2027 Direct Listing at $1.1 Billion Valuation
EasyA, a developer platform, has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement for a direct listing targeted for the first half of 2027, at a $1.1 billion valuation. The company plans to offer tokenized shares on its first day of trading, marking a novel approach to public markets.
Web3·COINOTAG·Oct 14
Turkish Police Detain Hex Founder Richard Heart, Seizing 64 Luxury Watches and $4M Cash
Turkish police detained Hex founder Richard Heart in Istanbul on a Finnish Interpol Red Notice, seizing 64 luxury watches and about $4 million in cash. The arrest marks a major escalation in the legal troubles for the controversial crypto figure.
Markets·CoinDesk·Oct 14
EasyA hits $1.1 billion valuation, targets 2027 public listing and tokenized shares
EasyA, a blockchain and AI developer platform, reached a $1.1 billion valuation and targets a 2027 public listing with tokenized shares. The company completed two years of audits and plans to make its shares available onchain from the first day of trading.
Macro Finance·Bloomberg Markets·Oct 14
ASML Up on Supply Plans; BlackRock Reports Earnings | Stock Movers
BlackRock (BLK) reported adjusted EPS and sales that beat estimates, with assets under management meeting the average analyst estimate, lifting shares. ASML (ASML) rose after saying it's searching for ways to produce more chip-making machines over the next two years due to soaring AI spending, aiming to increase capacity beyond the previously communicated 30% for 2028.
Web3·TokenPost·Oct 14
Quant Falls 4.11% in One Hour to $203 on Binance Spot Market
Quant (QNT) fell 4.11% in one hour to $203 on Binance's spot market, measured at 10:42 a.m. ET on Oct. 14. Over 24 hours, QNT was down 1.98%. The sharp hourly drop reflects increased selling pressure, though the token remains actively traded on the exchange.
Security·NewsBTC·Oct 14
HTX Publishes Its Q3 2026 Scorecard: Cumulative TradFi Trading Volume Approaches $6B Amid 13th Anniversary Celebration
HTX reported cumulative TradFi trading volume approaching $6B in Q3 2026, during its 13th anniversary. The platform launched the Anniversary Carnival and Trading Championship #3, celebrating with users worldwide. HTX continued investing in TradFi, trending assets, yield products, and global compliance.
Web3·TokenPost·Oct 14
Long Positions Account for 93.2% of $190 Million in Crypto Liquidations
Crypto liquidations totaled $190 million in four hours through 10:29 a.m. ET Wednesday, with long positions accounting for 93.2% of the total. Long liquidations reached $177 million, while short liquidations were $13.15 million, reflecting a sharp market move against leveraged bulls.
Politics·The Hill·Oct 14
Social Security COLA set to rise by 3.6 percent in 2027
Social Security benefits will increase by 3.6 percent in 2027, the Trump administration announced Wednesday. The cost of living adjustment (COLA) raises retirement benefits by $75 per month on average, according to the Social Security Administration. Last year's COLA was 2.8 percent, and the new adjustment applies to nearly 72 million beneficiaries.
Defi·COINOTAG·Oct 14
KuCoin Launches KCUSD Yield Asset With Up to 6% APR on Stablecoin Balances
KuCoin launched KCUSD, a yield-bearing dollar asset paying up to 4% standard APR and up to 6% promotional APR on USDT, USDC and USDG balances. The product aims to offer stablecoin holders a way to earn yield on their holdings.
Politics·The Hill·Oct 14
GOP donor in Guilfoyle scandal: ‘I am not going to let JD Vance off the hook’
Republican donor Eric Deters, at the center of the Kimberly Guilfoyle scandal, said he is ready to go after administration officials, including Vice President JD Vance, if they do not heed his call to extradite Dr. Abubakar Atiq Durrani. Durrani fled to Pakistan after being accused of performing unnecessary spinal surgeries, including on children.
Security·BleepingComputer·Oct 14
Microsoft fixes VPN issues caused by September Windows updates
Microsoft has resolved a known issue that caused Always On VPN connection issues after installing the September 2026 Windows 11 security updates. The fix addresses connectivity problems for enterprise users, restoring normal VPN functionality. Administrators are advised to apply the latest updates to ensure stability.
Macro Finance·Coinpedia·Oct 14
XRP News: Evernorth to Deploy 473 Million XRP With Ripple, Kraken, Coinbase
Evernorth Holdings, a digital asset treasury company, plans to deploy its 473 million XRP holdings to generate returns instead of simply holding. The company has partnered with Ripple, Kraken, Coinbase, and BitGo, and expects to begin using its XRP treasury in Q4 2026.
Macro Finance·Bitcoin.com News·Oct 14
Evernorth to Deploy 473M XRP With Ripple, Coinbase, Kraken and Bitgo
Nasdaq-listed Evernorth will deploy its 473 million XRP treasury through institutional strategies with Ripple, Coinbase, Kraken, and Bitgo. The company is turning its XRP balance sheet into an active investment strategy, naming the four partners to support the deployment. Initial operations are scheduled to begin in late 2026.
Defi·Crypto Briefing·Oct 14
BNB Chain users can now trade bStocks on Metric’s new DEX
BNB Chain users can now trade bStocks on Metric's new DEX, integrating tokenized equities into the ecosystem. This move enhances DeFi's versatility, making tokenized stocks more integral to decentralized finance. The integration could broaden access to equity trading within the BNB Chain community, potentially increasing engagement and liquidity on the platform.
Security·Krebs on Security·Oct 14
U.K. Sanctions Cryptomus for RU Money Laundering
The United Kingdom has issued economic sanctions against Cryptomus, a cryptocurrency platform that experts say serves as a major conduit for payments related to ransomware, narcotics, darknet markets, fraud and cybercrime services, helping Russia circumvent existing financial restrictions. The sanctions target the platform's role in illicit finance.
Macro Finance·Bloomberg Markets·Oct 14
Washington Lifts Sanctions on Venezuela’s Top Lawmaker
The US lifted sanctions on Venezuela's top lawmaker, signaling warming relations between Washington and Caracas following the capture of Nicolás Maduro earlier this year. The move is part of a broader easing of tensions, though specific details of the lawmaker's identity were not disclosed in the report.
Bitcoin·Crypto Briefing·Oct 14
Strive stacks 2,822 more Bitcoin, edging past MARA in treasury rankings
Strive added 2,822 more Bitcoin to its treasury, edging past MARA in corporate Bitcoin holdings rankings. This increase highlights the growing trend of companies investing in cryptocurrency, impacting market dynamics and competition among corporate treasuries. Strive's move signals continued institutional adoption of Bitcoin as a reserve asset.
Policy·TokenPost·Oct 14
Europe’s crypto market reshapes after MiCA as regulated infrastructure becomes essential
Europe's crypto market is reshaping after MiCA, with fewer participants but higher demand for regulated entry, according to Victor Bodner of Blockben. He said token projects need real utility, business depth, and compliant infrastructure to succeed under the new regulatory framework.
Politics·The Hill·Oct 14
Guilfoyle ‘certainly more’ than just some woman Trump’s son dated: Grisham
Former White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham said Tuesday that Kimberly Guilfoyle, recently ousted as ambassador to Greece, has deeper ties to President Trump’s family than he suggested. Grisham, who spent years with Guilfoyle at Mar-a-Lago and Bedminster, said Guilfoyle was “everywhere” in the family circle, contradicting Trump’s dismissive characterization.
Macro Finance·NBC Business·Oct 14
Netflix to cut about 6% of worldwide staff
Netflix is eliminating about 1,000 jobs, cutting roughly 6% of its worldwide staff, according to a source with knowledge of the matter. The layoffs come as the streaming giant faces slowing subscriber growth and increased competition. The company has not yet issued an official statement, but affected employees are expected to be notified in the coming days.
Bitcoin·Bitcoin Magazine·Oct 14
Blue Coin Capital CIO: MSTR’S BTC Buying Engine is About to IGNITE | Mike Treidl
Blue Coin Capital CIO Mike Treidl says Bitcoin treasury firms are switching to perpetual preferred equity, which prevents default and creates a second BTC-buying engine. This strategy could ignite MSTR's Bitcoin buying, according to the CIO, potentially boosting demand for the cryptocurrency.
Web3·TokenPost·Oct 14
Ether Loses 1.94% as $20.76 Million in Long Positions Are Liquidated
Ether fell 1.94% as $20.76 million in long positions were liquidated in the hour ending Oct. 14 at 10:12 a.m. ET. Total liquidations across Binance, Bybit, and OKX reached $21.77 million, indicating significant leveraged selling pressure on the second-largest cryptocurrency.
Politics·The Hill·Oct 14
Cornell president defends handling of alleged gang rape case
Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff acknowledged missteps by himself and the university when Jane Doe first reported sexual assault allegations in 2024, but defended his actions since. In an interview with The New York Times, Kotlikoff said he learned of the alleged gang rape on campus in November and has since taken steps to address the case, though critics demand more accountability.
Bitcoin·TokenPost·Oct 14
Bitcoin Hashrate Climbs to 1,075 EH/s After Earlier 27% Drop
Bitcoin's hashrate climbed to 1,075 EH/s on Oct. 13, up from 1,002.8 EH/s a day earlier, recovering after an earlier 27% drop. A June record-low hash price underscored the financial pressure miners faced earlier this year, highlighting the volatility in mining economics.
Politics·The Hill·Oct 14
Mike Pence group urges Trump to reverse Russia diesel plan
Advancing American Freedom, a conservative think tank founded by former Vice President Mike Pence, is urging the Trump administration to block Russia from shipping unsanctioned diesel to the U.S., according to a letter obtained by The Hill. The group joins Senate Republicans and others opposing the diesel deal, citing national security and energy independence concerns.
Macro Finance·CoinGape·Oct 14
Evernorth Partners With Ripple, Kraken, Coinbase and BitGo to Deploy 473M XRP Treasury
Nasdaq-listed Evernorth partnered with Ripple, Kraken, Coinbase, and BitGo to deploy its 473 million XRP treasury through institutional investment strategies. Initial operations are scheduled to begin in late 2026. The announcement was made on October 14, with the four firms supporting XRP accumulation.
Policy·CoinDesk·Oct 14
Former FTX Europe chief targets U.S. tokenized stock trading with new SEC exemption
Perpetuals.com, a Nasdaq-listed company, is the second to pursue a U.S. tokenized stock marketplace under the SEC's new framework, following a joint venture between OKX and NYSE parent ICE. The former FTX Europe chief targets tokenized stock trading in the U.S.
Politics·Axios·Oct 14
Social Security recipients will see rise in monthly payments next year
Social Security recipients will see a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment in January 2027, the largest in four years, boosting the average retiree's benefits by $900 a year. The Social Security Administration announced the increase for 76 million recipients, and the taxable earnings cap will rise to $192,300 from $184,500.
Markets·CoinGape·Oct 14
XRP Price Forecast Ahead of 2026 US Elections
US-based crypto coins like Ripple (XRP) are in focus ahead of the US mid-term elections on November 3. Analysts note crypto prices edged lower during the last three elections since 2014. XRP is showing weakness in the 'Uptober' season, raising questions about the impact of the 2026 mid-terms.
Macro Finance·The Cryptonomist·Oct 14
Evernorth’s 473 million XRP treasury targets institutional deployment in Q4 2026
Evernorth's 473 million XRP treasury is moving beyond buy-and-hold, selecting Ripple, Kraken, Coinbase, and BitGo as institutional execution partners for Q4 2026 deployment. The October 14 press release also cites an August 2020 announcement of four partnerships to include XRP in the ecosystem.
Web3·Cointribune·Oct 14
Polymarket Rekindles Speculation Around its Future Token
Polymarket founder Shayne Coplan mentioned the possibility of launching a crypto-asset during a Singapore conference, reigniting airdrop speculation. No date or concrete details were provided. The prediction market platform is also considering going public, adding to the buzz around a potential token launch.
Defi·The Cryptonomist·Oct 14
Chainlink data feeds go live on the Stellar network, with $4B+ in real-world assets
Chainlink Data Feeds and Data Streams launched on the Stellar network on October 14, 2026, providing market data for lending markets, prediction markets, and perpetual futures. The ecosystem supports over $4 billion in real-world assets, connecting tokenized assets with decentralized applications.
Markets·COINOTAG·Oct 14
Memecoin Defends $0.00000500 as Trading Volume Fades From Summer Peaks
Shiba Inu is defending the $0.00000500 support level after peaking at $0.00000627 in late September. Trading volume has faded from summer peaks, leaving the market in a holding pattern. The memecoin's price action suggests consolidation as traders watch for a breakout or breakdown.
Ai Tech·Wired·Oct 14
Earth’s Condition Is ‘Serious and Getting Worse’ as Climate Change Intensifies
Seven of 16 planetary vital signs are at their most extreme levels ever recorded, and El Niño is intensifying the crisis. Scientists report Earth's condition is 'serious and getting worse' as climate change accelerates, with record heat, melting ice, and extreme weather events becoming more frequent and severe.
Macro Finance·Bloomberg Markets·Oct 14
India Will Overhaul Examination System, Says Education Minister
India's Education Minister Pralhad Joshi announced a comprehensive overhaul of the examination system using technology, addressing weaknesses exposed by recent exam leaks. Speaking with Bloomberg's Yvonne Man, he outlined plans to revamp the system across multiple portfolios, aiming to improve security and efficiency in conducting exams nationwide.
Macro Finance·Bloomberg Markets·Oct 14
Zambia Says Some Copper Sales to China to Be Settled in Renminbi
Zambia said Chinese buyers of its copper exports will start paying for some metal purchases in renminbi from next year, part of a growing move among African nations to use the Chinese currency instead of the dollar. The shift reflects increasing de-dollarization in trade.
Bitcoin·Cointribune·Oct 14
Bitcoin Crashes Below $83K as CPI Shock Sparks Fed Panic
Bitcoin fell below $83,000 on Wednesday, October 14, after U.S. inflation data came in hotter than expected. September CPI hit 3.7% year-on-year versus 3.6% forecast, with core inflation at 2.6%. Investors now fear further Fed rate hikes, adding pressure to the struggling crypto market.
Politics·The Hill·Oct 14
Ukraine says SpaceX limiting Starlink operations, impacting air defense
Ukraine reports that SpaceX has imposed unannounced limitations on Starlink services, impacting air defense operations. Presidential adviser Serhiy Beskrestnov wrote on Telegram that the disruption occurred without warning. This follows President Zelensky's warning that President Trump threatened to cut off intelligence sharing with Ukraine.
Macro Finance·BBC Business·Oct 14
Driving test waits fall to two-year low - but still average 20 weeks
Learner drivers in September waited an average of 19.7 weeks for a practical driving test, a two-year low but still around five months. The backlog has eased from peak pandemic levels, yet demand remains high, prompting calls for more test centers and examiners to reduce waiting times further.
Ai Tech·COINOTAG·Oct 14
Samsung Wallet to Bring USDC on Sui to 82 Million US Galaxy Devices
Samsung Wallet is bringing USDC on Sui to 82 million US Galaxy devices with zero network fees. Google Cloud is also building AI agent verification with Mysten Labs, expanding the Sui ecosystem's reach into mainstream consumer devices and enterprise cloud services.
Ethereum·CryptoNews·Oct 14
XRP Price Faces Test Despite Improving Social Mood
XRP price analysis points to a $1.40 reclaim as social sentiment improves to 0.92, while Ethereum leads with a 2.05 bullish ratio. The improving sentiment suggests potential upward momentum for XRP, though the price faces a test amid mixed market conditions.
Policy·CoinGape·Oct 14
Michael Arrington & XRP Capital Fund Forfeited Ripple-Backed Evernorth SPAC Shares
American investor Michael Arrington and his Arrington XRP Capital Fund have disposed of XRPN beneficiary stocks. This occurred as Ripple-backed Evernorth Holdings revealed the closing date for its merger with Armada Acquisition Corp II, according to the latest SEC filing.
Web3·Decrypt·Oct 14
Notorious Crypto Celeb Meme Coin Promoter Plots Second Wave on New Launchpad
Sahil Arora, known for promoting celebrity meme coins, says he is not done and sees new strategies in the Fomo launchpad. His controversial schemes may target a second wave of celebrity tokens, potentially impacting the meme coin market and raising regulatory concerns.
Macro Finance·Bloomberg Markets·Oct 14
Phosphate Giant Seeks Foreign Investors as War Squeezes Finances
Morocco's phosphate giant OCP SA is looking to attract foreign investors for some of its businesses, as supply disruptions caused by the Iran war hit profits at the state-owned company. The move aims to shore up finances amid ongoing conflict-related challenges.
Security·AMB Crypto·Oct 14
Which wallets do you need to open for online casinos?
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon, including Taro Tsuchiya and Nicolas Christin, measured two years of crypto address poisoning attacks. Attackers planted lookalike addresses in transaction histories, and the team counted 270 million attempts. The study was presented at USENIX Security 2025, highlighting the scale of this threat to crypto users.
Macro Finance·Bloomberg Markets·Oct 14
Anthropic Investor Day Focuses on Growth
Anthropic is holding an investor day as it advances plans for a potential IPO at an approximately $2 trillion valuation, amid growing concerns about AI safety and threats. Momei Qu of PSP Growth says market sentiment around AI is shifting quickly as new information emerges. Qu expects discussions to center on the trade-offs between growth and capital expenditures, as well as Anthropic’s anticipated valuation.
Politics·The Hill·Oct 14
ICE officer appeared to intentionally strike man with vehicle in Houston: Prosecutor
Texas prosecutors are weighing criminal charges after alleging an ICE officer intentionally struck a man with a vehicle in Houston. Miguel Parra Hernandez, a 48-year-old undocumented immigrant, was driving to work Saturday when federal authorities attempted to pull him over in unmarked vehicles. The incident is under investigation.
Politics·NPR News·Oct 14
Inflation sizzled in September -- and Social Security benefits will get a boost
Consumer prices jumped 3.7% in September from a year ago, and the Social Security Administration announced benefits will increase next year to keep pace with the rising cost of living. The cost-of-living adjustment aims to help beneficiaries cope with inflation, which has been driven by higher gas and food prices.

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Floqer’s AI agents research sales prospects so teams don’t have to

Bitcoin ETFs Take In $167.62 Million as Seven-Day Flows Stay Negative

EasyA Targets First-Half 2027 Direct Listing at $1.1 Billion Valuation

Turkish Police Detain Hex Founder Richard Heart, Seizing 64 Luxury Watches and $4M Cash

EasyA hits $1.1 billion valuation, targets 2027 public listing and tokenized shares

ASML Up on Supply Plans; BlackRock Reports Earnings | Stock Movers

Quant Falls 4.11% in One Hour to $203 on Binance Spot Market

HTX Publishes Its Q3 2026 Scorecard: Cumulative TradFi Trading Volume Approaches $6B Amid 13th Anniversary Celebration

Long Positions Account for 93.2% of $190 Million in Crypto Liquidations

Social Security COLA set to rise by 3.6 percent in 2027

KuCoin Launches KCUSD Yield Asset With Up to 6% APR on Stablecoin Balances

GOP donor in Guilfoyle scandal: ‘I am not going to let JD Vance off the hook’

Microsoft fixes VPN issues caused by September Windows updates

XRP News: Evernorth to Deploy 473 Million XRP With Ripple, Kraken, Coinbase

Evernorth to Deploy 473M XRP With Ripple, Coinbase, Kraken and Bitgo

BNB Chain users can now trade bStocks on Metric’s new DEX

U.K. Sanctions Cryptomus for RU Money Laundering

Washington Lifts Sanctions on Venezuela’s Top Lawmaker

Strive stacks 2,822 more Bitcoin, edging past MARA in treasury rankings

Europe’s crypto market reshapes after MiCA as regulated infrastructure becomes essential

Guilfoyle ‘certainly more’ than just some woman Trump’s son dated: Grisham

Netflix to cut about 6% of worldwide staff

Blue Coin Capital CIO: MSTR’S BTC Buying Engine is About to IGNITE | Mike Treidl

Ether Loses 1.94% as $20.76 Million in Long Positions Are Liquidated

Cornell president defends handling of alleged gang rape case

Bitcoin Hashrate Climbs to 1,075 EH/s After Earlier 27% Drop

Mike Pence group urges Trump to reverse Russia diesel plan

Evernorth Partners With Ripple, Kraken, Coinbase and BitGo to Deploy 473M XRP Treasury

Former FTX Europe chief targets U.S. tokenized stock trading with new SEC exemption

Social Security recipients will see rise in monthly payments next year

XRP Price Forecast Ahead of 2026 US Elections

Evernorth’s 473 million XRP treasury targets institutional deployment in Q4 2026

Polymarket Rekindles Speculation Around its Future Token

Chainlink data feeds go live on the Stellar network, with $4B+ in real-world assets

Memecoin Defends $0.00000500 as Trading Volume Fades From Summer Peaks

Earth’s Condition Is ‘Serious and Getting Worse’ as Climate Change Intensifies

India Will Overhaul Examination System, Says Education Minister

Zambia Says Some Copper Sales to China to Be Settled in Renminbi

Bitcoin Crashes Below $83K as CPI Shock Sparks Fed Panic

Ukraine says SpaceX limiting Starlink operations, impacting air defense

Driving test waits fall to two-year low - but still average 20 weeks

Samsung Wallet to Bring USDC on Sui to 82 Million US Galaxy Devices

XRP Price Faces Test Despite Improving Social Mood

Michael Arrington & XRP Capital Fund Forfeited Ripple-Backed Evernorth SPAC Shares

Notorious Crypto Celeb Meme Coin Promoter Plots Second Wave on New Launchpad

Phosphate Giant Seeks Foreign Investors as War Squeezes Finances

Which wallets do you need to open for online casinos?

Anthropic Investor Day Focuses on Growth

ICE officer appeared to intentionally strike man with vehicle in Houston: Prosecutor

Inflation sizzled in September -- and Social Security benefits will get a boost

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