Security & Audits

Illinois officials and crypto groups jointly asked a state court to delay the 0.2% Digital Asset Tax from Jan. 1 to July 1, 2027, while a legal challenge continues.

The DFX recovery token initiative highlights the challenges of compensating DeFi exploit victims and underscores the importance of robust security measures. The post Drift opens DFX recovery token claims for April exploit victims appeared first on Crypto Brie…

Integrating on-chain perps into MiFID II could streamline regulation, fostering innovation while ensuring market stability and investor protection. The post Hyperliquid Policy Committee urges EU to fold on-chain perps into MiFID II appeared first on Crypto Br…

The exploit highlights vulnerabilities in cross-chain protocols, potentially undermining trust and prompting calls for enhanced security measures. The post NEAR Intents reports $3.8 million loss after smart contract bug appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The SEC's exemption could accelerate the adoption of tokenized securities, potentially reshaping traditional stock trading dynamics. The post Backpack Exchange’s BP token hits new all-time high of $1.65 after SEC exemption appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

BitMart's court-backed repayment plan highlights the complexities of crypto exchange recovery, impacting user trust and industry regulatory standards. The post BitMart proposes court-backed repayment plan for users hit by 2021 hack appeared first on Crypto Br…

The incident highlights the vulnerability of staking infrastructures, emphasizing the need for robust security measures to protect user rewards. The post MetaMask says no user funds were hit in validator security incident appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The campaign highlights the vulnerability of AI policy networks to cyber threats, emphasizing the need for heightened security measures. The post Chinese hackers pose as US AI policy figures in campaign targeting AI experts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The $388 million Bitget breach and $320 million Liquid Network exploit accounted for most of September’s losses, though more than $270 million from the latter was later returned.

The SEC's exemption could redefine DeFi's role in financial markets, influencing future regulatory frameworks and market dynamics by 2031. The post Orca’s legal chief says SEC exemption lets DeFi test its efficiency claims appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The ruling highlights the critical need for stringent oversight in crypto markets to protect investors and deter fraudulent schemes. The post Florida judge orders Fundsz promoters to pay over $30 million in crypto fraud case appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Public demand for AI safety could reshape industry priorities, emphasizing regulation and trust, potentially impacting innovation dynamics. The post Most Americans back AI safety benchmarks even if progress slows, poll finds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The Senate's decision may slow federal regulation efforts, prompting states to independently address data center electricity cost issues. The post US Senate rejects bill on data center electricity costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Broad support for AI regulation among congressional staffers highlights potential for significant legislative action, impacting industry standards. The post Senior congressional staffers back AI industry regulation, survey shows appeared first on Crypto Brief…

Bitwise’s Matt Hougan says Clarity’s defeat left crypto with fewer restrictions and faster SEC action.

In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 29, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Pokemon Collector $55 Million Crypto Exploit Trial Opens In Federal Court. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and und…

The CFTC secured a win in court after the agency said two defendants participated in a crypto scheme that they then tried to walk back.

In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 29, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for SEC Charges Two Investment Advisors In $15 Million WhatsApp Crypto Fraud. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem and unde…

The CFTC's push for federal control over prediction markets could redefine state-federal regulatory boundaries, impacting legal and market dynamics. The post CFTC sends prediction market rules to the White House for review appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Kalshi is ending a trader-volume incentive program nearly a year early as scrutiny of activity in its crypto markets intensifies. The prediction-market operator told the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) that its Volume Incentive Program will termin…

The United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority has begun accepting applications from crypto firms that want to be brought into full FCA regulation when the country’s new crypto framework comes into effect next year, the regulator said in a Wednesday (Sept. …

The Senate's blockage signals a challenging path for federal regulation on data center electricity costs, impacting market expectations and state actions. The post Senate Democrats block bill to cut data center electricity costs appeared first on Crypto Brief…

The accord's reliance on self-regulation may lead to inconsistent safety measures, raising concerns about accountability and transparency in AI development. The post Trump proposes AI self-regulation accord with tech executives appeared first on Crypto Briefi…

The CFTC's move to classify event contracts as swaps could centralize regulatory oversight, potentially reshaping prediction markets and state-federal dynamics. The post CFTC submits rules to define event contracts as swaps, defying states’ gambling claims ap…

The case underscores the critical need for regulatory vigilance and investor due diligence in preventing and mitigating digital asset fraud. The post CFTC secures $31M court order against digital asset fraud scheme that duped 14,000 investors appeared first o…

A crypto investor claims Coinbase lost $25 million of his firm's assets while covering up repeated hacks exceeding $1 billion across multiple firms, with ongoing legal processes limiting further details. The post Crypto Investor Accuses Coinbase of Losing $25…

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THORChain will not — or can not — block addresses linked to the $387.5 million Bitget hack. Can the devs be prosecuted for money laundering? It’s complicated, says crypto lawyer Yuriy Brisov.

The CFTC is investigating Adam Kinzinger over Kalshi prediction market trades tied to his own presidential pardon, netting him just $823. The post CFTC investigates Adam Kinzinger over Kalshi trades tied to his own pardon appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

If ownership data is split across a token wrapper, a special-purpose vehicle (SPV), a broker’s internal ledger and a transfer agent's off-chain database, we are setting the stage for a Paperwork Crisis for the blockchain age, argues Fairmint’s Joris Delanoue.

The recovery highlights the resilience of DeFi systems and sets a precedent for future compensation mechanisms, emphasizing security reforms. The post Solana’s DeFi TVL recovers above $6.5B after Drift hack wiped $285M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Stronger AI regulation in finance is crucial to prevent cyber threats that could destabilize the global financial system and erode trust. The post Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey warns against weakening AI regulation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitget's post-hack recovery highlights the critical role of trust and transparency in maintaining user confidence and market stability. The post Bitget records $231M in deposits, down from August average as exchange navigates post-hack recovery appeared first…

“We’re going to hold the crooks accountable,” House Democratic leader Hakim Jeffries told the Associated Press last week in anticipation of the Democrats’ likely retaking the House on November 3. (The political forecaster Charlie Cook says a Democratic House …

The integration of advanced AI models in cybersecurity could significantly accelerate vulnerability detection, prompting regulatory scrutiny and innovation. The post Palo Alto Networks tests Anthropic’s Claude Mythos to enhance cybersecurity appeared first on…

With Hester Peirce’s SEC Exit, Crypto Industry Loses an Ally The commissioner pushed for a less heavy-handed approach to regulation. Sign up for exclusive news and analysis of the rapidly evolving ETF landscape. It’s closing time for Crypto Mom’s SEC. Friday …