Predictive markets still anticipate growth for Ethereum, Solana, and Zcash before the end of this year. However, their bets remain much more cautious regarding the closing price on December 31.
In brief Ethereum retains about 70% chances to reach 3000 dollars before the end of 2026. Solana could hit 140 dollars, but higher targets rapidly become less probable. Zcash shows the most volatile forecasts, with a target of 2000 dollars still very uncertain. Polymarket remains overall more optimistic than Kalshi on price increases. Low volumes on some contracts can amplify probability variations. Crypto forecasts 2026: three very different bets On September 26, Ethereum was trading around 2689 dollars, compared to nearly 121 dollars for Solana and 1543 dollars for Zcash. On the platforms Polymarket and Kalshi, contracts related to these three assets had thus accumulated over 31 million dollars in transactions.
These amounts correspond to the volume traded since the markets opened. They do not represent either the sums still engaged or the number of participants convinced by each scenario.
Three main targets currently concentrate attention :
Ethereum at 3000 dollars, with a probability close to 70% ; Solana at 140 dollars, with a probability around 59% ; Zcash at 2000 dollars, with a probability rising from 41% to about 49%. These figures progress in pace with the acquisitions and sales of contracts. They therefore express expectations of a group of bettors at a specific time, and not a market consensus or fundamental analysis.
Ethereum retains 70% chances to reach 3,000 dollars The Polymarket contract dedicated to Ethereum concentrates nearly 16.12 million dollars of volume. Bettors evaluated the probability that ETH would approach 3000 dollars before January 1st 2027 at 70%. This rise would represent an increase of nearly 11.6% from its reference level.
Beyond this threshold, optimism drops very quickly. The probability falls to 36% for reaching 3500 dollars, then to 17% for 4000 dollars. It no longer exceeds 6% for 5000 dollars and 1% for a target of 10000 dollars.
Bearish contracts also remain active. Polymarket had assigned 35% chances for a return to 2250 dollars and 15% for a correction down to 2000 dollars.
Regarding the Kalshi platform, it provides a more cautious reading. Thus, it primarily places 14% probability on an annual close between 2500 and 2749 dollars, then 12.8% between 2750 and 2999 dollars. More than 12.15 million dollars of volume have been generated by its Ethereum market.
Solana aims for 140 dollars, but 200 dollars remain distant Solana is expected to rise nearly 16% to approach 140 dollars. Now, Polymarket gives nearly 59% chances to this scenario, for a market that totals nearly 2.09 million dollars in volume.
Next, probabilities drop to 32% for 160 dollars, 19% for 180 dollars and only 12% for 200 dollars. Conversely, participants estimate nearly 30% possibility of a return to 90 dollars and 18% possibility of a fall to 80 dollars.
Kalshi shows 71% chances that SOL ends this year above 100 dollars. The probability falls to 34% for a close above 150 dollars and 27% above 200 dollars. Such figures must nonetheless be relativized, as the concerned market only constitutes near 183000 dollars of volume.
Zcash shows the most volatile forecasts Zcash presents the most spectacular scenario. Starting from a reference price close to 1543 dollars, ZEC is expected to gain about 30% to reach 2000 dollars. The probability associated with this target rose from about 41% on September 26 to about 49% the next day.
However, the market does not rule out a strong correction. Polymarket assigns nearly 33% chance of falling below 700 dollars and 23% chance of a pullback to 500 dollars. The total volume remains below 650000 dollars, which makes the probabilities more sensitive to some large positions.
Kalshi simultaneously evaluates at 73% the probability that the ZEC price will end 2026 above 1000 dollars. However, this contract only accumulates 3679 dollars in volume and presents a significant spread between the prices offered to buy and sell.
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The hardware boom in local AI has unexpectedly solved one of Ethereum's main infrastructure problems: the high cost of hardware for end users.
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin confirmed this synergy, showing the specifications of his own Geth node: after pruning, it occupied just 461 GiB. High-performance workstations that enthusiasts are buying in large numbers to run large language models (LLMs) locally and privately already exceed the technical requirements for blockchain nodes.
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As a result, excess local computing power is turning home computers from terminals for accessing someone else's cloud into independent computing nodes. This hardware lets users run AI workloads, independently verify the blockchain and make secure transactions, eliminating intermediaries entirely.
How Ethereum is adapting to the new realityThanks to the integration of the EIP-4444 standard and optimizations to snap sync, a full node can now be synchronized in about 12 hours, and disk requirements have fallen below 0.5 TB.
Vitalik Buterin's social media post detailing Ethereum node optimizations and a 461 GiB Geth setup, Source: Vitalik Buterin / XFor owners of AI setups powered by GPUs, such as NVIDIA RTX 5090 cards or DGX Spark systems, these requirements are negligible. High-speed, high-capacity NVMe drives are already part of their PC setups for storing AI model weights, so running a node becomes an additional background process. The next hard fork, Glamsterdam, will further accelerate synchronization at the base layer (L1).
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The technical upgrade to nodes coincides with growing demand for privacy. Buterin noted that in his own workflow, he is increasingly replacing browser-based dApps with a command-line interface (CLI). The reason is security: web interfaces hardcode calls to commercial RPC providers, allowing them to collect user metadata.
The logical next step in this trend is kohaku-cli, a command-line wallet being developed with support from the Ethereum Foundation. The project is designed to provide privacy "out of the box" and is already alpha-testing private balance-management features that integrate ZK protocols such as Tornado Cash, Railgun and Privacy Pools.
A surge in demand for high-performance hardware, driven by the rise of local artificial intelligence applications, is creating ripple effects in the blockchain industry by lowering barriers to entry for Ethereum node operators. This shift comes as more tech enthusiasts invest in powerful desktop setups to run large language models (LLMs) at home, often exceeding the requirements needed to independently support blockchain infrastructures.
Vitalik Buterin details node requirementsEthereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has highlighted how this hardware wave benefits blockchain decentralization. Buterin revealed his personal Geth full node uses only 461 GiB after pruning, making it possible for many AI-powered home computers to take on roles once reserved for specialized server-grade equipment.
This hardware flexibility enables home users to verify the Ethereum blockchain and execute secure transactions without relying on outside validators. With these robust machines, tasks that were once impractical for the average user are now within reach, further supporting network security and resilience.
Thanks to the integration of the EIP-4444 standard and optimizations to snap sync, a full node can now be synchronized in about 12 hours, and disk requirements have fallen below 0.5 TB.
Buterin’s update suggests that the evolving intersection between AI and blockchain could encourage a new wave of independent node operators. This trend may substantially strengthen Ethereum’s decentralization by shifting computational responsibilities from centralized cloud providers to thousands of decentralized participants worldwide.
Faster synchronization and upcoming upgradesFor users already running high-end setups with graphics cards like NVIDIA’s RTX 5090 or enterprise solutions such as the DGX Spark, the technical requirements to run a full node are minor. These PCs already feature large NVMe drives, originally intended to house immense AI model files, making it easy to dedicate a portion of resources to Ethereum operations.
The combination of EIP-4444 and further snap sync improvements allows users to synchronize a full node in roughly 12 hours, a significant upgrade from previous timeframes. Hardware that once struggled to keep up with blockchain growth can now comfortably maintain a node, thanks to reduced storage demands and higher throughput.
Looking ahead, Ethereum’s next planned upgrade, known as Glamsterdam, aims to further enhance synchronization at the base layer. With even faster syncing on the horizon, running a node may soon become standard practice among tech-savvy Ethereum supporters.
Home computing power transforms blockchain participationThe convergence of AI hardware and blockchain infrastructure is also noticeable in the meme token sector, where quick reaction and technical readiness are vital for capturing market opportunities. As complex trends and significant trading volumes often develop within hours, platforms that offer social and trading data can be a key resource for investors.
In the meme token market, an internet trend can transform into millions of dollars of interest within days. According to data shared by Fomo App, a trade involving “Niu Lai”—which turned an initial $99 investment into approximately $370,000, stands out as a striking example of this activity. In this market, tracking not only prices but also the timing and token choices of investors is crucial. Fomo App brings token discovery and trading together on a single platform, featuring social feeds, investor rankings, and trade notifications. Discover Fomo App to follow the world of meme tokens alongside investor activity.
As the AI hardware boom reduces barriers for Ethereum node operation, individuals equipped with modern workstations are well positioned to directly take part in the full spectrum of blockchain activities—from running nodes securely at home to capitalizing on fast-moving meme token trends.
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest is tokenizing its ARK Venture Fund with Securitize, putting it on the Ethereum blockchain. The fund owns stakes in OpenAI, Anthropic, and SpaceX.
OpenAI and Anthropic do not trade on any stock exchange. ARK and Securitize announced the move on Sept. 24. Bloomberg reported the fund’s size at about $1.3 billion.
What the ARK Venture Fund Onchain Offers InvestorsTokenizing means recording ownership as a digital token on a blockchain, a public ledger anyone can check. Eligible investors buying through Securitize get exposure to the fund’s portfolio this way, according to the release.
That portfolio is mostly private. About 78% of the fund sat in companies without a public stock ticker as of August 31, ARK’s holdings file shows. SpaceX was the top position at 7.54%. OpenAI made up 5.26% and Anthropic 3.86%.
ARK first opened this door in September 2022. It launched the fund with a $500 minimum, calling venture capital a market long reserved for wealthy investors, its announcement said.
The catch is the exit. The fund is an interval fund, so it buys back shares only at set times. Its prospectus schedules those buybacks quarterly, and the release warns they may be oversubscribed. ARK says no secondary market is expected to develop.
Access also costs more. ARK’s fund page lists annual expenses of 2.9% after fee waivers.
Why ARK Is Betting on Tokenized FundsA September 21 SEC order lets the fund offer a tokenized share class. That class may trade on alternative trading systems, which are private electronic venues outside stock exchanges.
“Based on our research, tokenization has the potential to reshape fundamentally the way that investors access and participate in both private and public financial markets,” said Cathie Wood, founder, CEO and CIO of Ark Invest.
Securitize has done this before. It tokenized BlackRock’s BUIDL fund on Ethereum in March 2024. ARK announced a strategic investment in Securitize in October 2025, and Securitize shares have rallied since the SEC opened a path for tokenized stock trading on Sept. 17.
The fund was already growing fast. Its net assets rose from $208 million in July 2025 to $558 million by January 2026, SEC filings show.
ARK Invest and Securitize announced the launch of the ARK Venture Fund’s tokenized share class, ARKVX, on September 24. This initiative will see shares of the fund issued and managed through Securitize’s regulated tokenization platform, bringing its exposure to blockchain through Ethereum.
The ARK Venture Fund is managed by ARK Invest, an asset manager known for focusing on disruptive innovation and technology investments. With the new tokenized share class, investors do not hold tokens representing direct equity in SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic, or other portfolio companies. Instead, ARKVX represents a fractional interest in the regulated fund itself, which in turn holds stakes in these private and public technology firms.
Current portfolio data from ARK Invest show SpaceX makes up 7.54% of the fund, OpenAI accounts for 5.26%, and Anthropic stands at 3.86%. Other notable companies in the fund include Stripe, Crusoe, and Figure AI among a mix of private and listed technology ventures.
The new structure allows investors to buy tokenized interests in a regulated fund with exposure to high-growth technology companies, but not in the underlying companies themselves.
Eligible investors must participate through Securitize’s official platform, which provides the technical and regulatory infrastructure to facilitate compliant onchain issuance and transfers.
Mini dictionary: Securitize is a US-based digital asset securities firm specializing in the compliant issuance and management of tokenized securities, providing regulated infrastructure for onchain asset management.
Ethereum as the Settlement LayerSecuritize has stated that the ARKVX share class will settle and transfer on Ethereum’s blockchain, taking advantage of its smart contract capabilities for record keeping and transaction validation. However, the fundamental structure and investment framework of the ARK Venture Fund remain unchanged. As a closed-end interval fund, it continues to be actively managed, focusing on disruptive private and public market investments.
Interval funds are a specific category of investment vehicles that offer periodic repurchase opportunities, rather than continuous secondary market trading. This means holders of ARKVX retain exposure to technological growth but must participate in scheduled liquidity windows, as opposed to instant tradability sometimes associated with blockchain-based assets.
Fund AttributeTraditional StructureTokenized ARKVXOwnership RecordOffchain (Registrar)Onchain (Ethereum)LiquidityPeriodic RepurchasePeriodic RepurchaseUnderlying AssetsPrivate & Public Tech CompaniesPrivate & Public Tech CompaniesInvestor AccessTraditional PlatformSecuritize PlatformThe tokenization adds a new digital rail but does not affect the fund’s core liquidity or access to underlying company equity. ARK Invest emphasized that while trading onchain can sound more liquid, the interval fund format means liquidity remains governed by official repurchase periods.
Moving tokenized funds onchain updates ownership and settlement processes, but it leaves the fundamental investment and redemption structures intact.
Growth in Tokenized Real-World AssetsARK Invest has advocated for the continued growth of tokenized real-world assets (RWA) within traditional finance. The firm believes tokenization could expand market access and potentially unlock a multi-trillion-dollar segment for investors seeking exposure to disruptive technology.
This launch aligns with a broader industry shift as funds and securities increasingly leverage blockchain for efficiency, transparency, and broader investor reach.
Ethereum nodes can run on local AI computers, with Buterin’s pruned Geth setup using 461 GiB of storage on one machine. Snap sync and EIP-4444 reduce Ethereum’s full-node synchronization time to roughly 12 hours under described conditions. Ethereum still recommends a 2 TB NVMe drive, giving node operators additional storage headroom as the blockchain grows. Local nodes do not guarantee wallet privacy because applications may still route requests through commercial RPC providers. Vitalik Buterin says his pruned Geth node occupies 461 GiB, showing how local AI hardware can also support Ethereum nodes. Enthusiasts buying computers for local large language models already receive fast NVMe drives and ample storage.
That overlap eases hardware demands and lets operators check network data directly rather than relying on third-party RPC providers. The 461 GiB figure reflects one setup, while client selection, pruning settings, and Ethereum network growth can alter storage needs.
Ethereum Nodes Fit Within Some Local AI Systems High-performance desktops built for local AI workloads often include powerful graphics cards and large NVMe drives. Examples include systems using NVIDIA RTX 5090 cards and compact AI workstations such as the DGX Spark.
Reminder: you can now sync an ethereum node within half a day and with aggressive settings the space it takes up on disk can be under half a terabyte.
EIP-4444 and hard work by client teams on optimizing snap sync has improved things *a lot*.
Glamsterdam will improve the sync… pic.twitter.com/eC0MsvqVyL
— vitalik.eth (@VitalikButerin) September 26, 2026
Those machines need storage for large language model weights and related files. The same capacity can support a pruned database, letting users run AI workloads and an Ethereum node on one computer.local
This overlap lets home computers act as independent verification points rather than terminals that depend on cloud infrastructure. A setup gives operators chain data and a way to check information against the network.
Faster Synchronization Reduces the Setup Burden Buterin linked the shorter setup time to optimizations in Geth’s snap sync process and work related to EIP-4444. Under the conditions he described, a full node can synchronize in roughly 12 hours.
Snap sync lets Geth obtain a recent network state without replaying every earlier state. Pruning removes older data that a standard full node need not retain, reducing locally stored information.
This combination reduces both the download and processing work required during synchronization. It also means operators can begin using a local Ethereum node sooner under the conditions described by Buterin.
The shorter synchronization period changes the practical experience for new operators. Users can reach a local setup faster, while AI hardware provides the processing and storage for the initial download.
Existing high-end AI workstations can therefore support independent blockchain verification alongside local model workloads.
Ethereum Storage Guidance Still Allows Extra Headroom The 461 GiB figure describes Buterin’s configuration, not a fixed requirement for every operator. Different clients, settings, and future blockchain growth can change the amount of storage a node requires.
Readers should therefore treat the figure as a current example of a pruned setup. It shows one configuration, but it does not replace Ethereum’s hardware guidance for longer-term installations.
Ethereum’s general guidance still recommends a 2 TB NVMe drive. That capacity gives operators more room than the pruned setup uses and delays immediate hardware changes as the chain grows.
That extra capacity can accommodate future client growth without immediately replacing the drive.
The lower current footprint nevertheless makes home verification more accessible for owners of suitable computers. Instead of only querying remote services, these users can check blockchain data through infrastructure they operate themselves.
That distinction also gives AI hardware a second use between model runs. The computer can support local applications while maintaining the files and processes needed for independent blockchain verification.
Local Nodes Do Not Remove Every Privacy Concern Running a node locally does not guarantee that wallet activity stays private. A wallet or application can still send requests through a commercial RPC provider, exposing information about addresses and transactions.
Buterin has linked those concerns to work on Kohaku tools and command-line wallets. The wallet software and connection method therefore remain important for users seeking more direct control over their data.
Kohaku focuses on Ethereum wallet tools, while the experimental command-line wallet targets private balances. These efforts address the application layer, while the node supplies local blockchain data.
The planned Glamsterdam upgrade is expected to accelerate synchronization further at Ethereum’s base layer. Its development could reduce setup and maintenance time for individual node operators.
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Yuga Labs' Vice President of Blockchain, Quit, posted a reminder that holders of NFT collections using the ERC-721C or ERC-1155C standards may temporarily be unable to claim assets via the NFT claim website. They can resolve this by enabling "7702 delegate OTC" in transfer verifier settings, or adding specified Ethereum addresses and ApeChain addresses to the 7702 delegate address whitelist. Yuga Labs previously announced that the asset claim website for the NFT theft incident caused by the Payment Processor vulnerability is now live. Affected users whose NFTs were successfully recovered by Yuga Labs can now submit claims, though they must first revoke their authorization for the Payment Processor.
BitMine chairman Tom Lee believes the crypto rally could extend further. He expects the current market cycle to attract more investors as financial companies move into digital assets, stablecoins gain use and new applications emerge around artificial intelligence.
Lee said this cycle could be different from previous rallies because it is not being driven by one trend. Instead, several developments are creating new sources of demand.
“I think that there is a much larger cohort of new investors that are going to come to crypto,” Lee said.
Tokenization Could Bring New InvestorsLee sees tokenization as one of the main reasons the rally could continue. Financial companies are exploring ways to put stocks and other assets on digital networks, opening the door to new ways of trading and using them.
He said companies are unlikely to adopt this technology unless it can lower costs, improve operations or create new sources of revenue.
“The only reason enterprises will adopt and deploy blockchains and crypto is if it really is a 10x improvement either on the operational side or their ability to generate revenues and fees and deliver a better customer experience,” Lee said.
The growing use of stablecoins could also support this shift by giving companies a digital way to move money and settle transactions.
AI Could Add Another Source of DemandLee also pointed to artificial intelligence as a potential driver.
AI agents could eventually make payments, buy services or move stablecoins without a person handling every transaction. That could increase demand for systems that can process payments at any time.
The combination of AI, digital payments and tokenized assets could therefore bring new users into the sector beyond people who trade cryptocurrencies.
Ethereum Could BenefitLee also expects Ethereum to gain from the growth of tokenized assets and financial applications.
He said financial institutions are examining Ethereum because of its established network, security and widespread use.
“I think that if we do a measured move … could Ethereum 10x above 10 to 12x above its prior highs of 5,000? I think that’s very possible,” Lee said.
That would put the Ethereum price around $60,000 to $72,000 based on Lee’s longer-term view. He also expects the asset to revisit its previous high in the near term.
These are Lee’s projections and are not guaranteed outcomes.
Fed Policy Could Add SupportLee also sees Federal Reserve policy as another factor that could affect the rally.
He argued that markets continued to rise even after a recent rate hike, suggesting investors may have already absorbed the impact of tighter policy.
“Since Kevin Worsh hiked, the stock market has had a face ripper rally and then crypto has gone … parabolic,” Lee said.
Lee expects inflation to decline and believes the Fed could eventually move toward a neutral policy. If that happens, financial conditions could become more supportive for assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum.
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NFT sales reached approximately $55.51 million over the seven days ending Sep. 26, up 57.17% from the prior seven-day period, according to a CryptoSlam dashboard captured on Sep. 26. Ethereum led blockchain sales, while CryptoPunks ranked first among collections.
Summary
NFT sales rose 57.17% to $55.51 million across the rolling seven-day period. Buyer addresses increased 39.65% to 160,565; transactions rose 5.93% to 825,513. Ethereum led blockchains with $30.33 million in sales, up 113.52%. Bitcoin ranked third with $5.13 million in sales, up 18.33%. CryptoPunks led collections at $8.24 million; Beezie #4365 was the largest listed sale at $1 million. According to data from CryptoSlam, seller addresses rose 39.19% to 150,410. The 39.65% increase in buyer addresses was much larger than the 5.93% rise in transactions. CryptoSlam counts addresses, so those buyer and seller figures do not establish how many individual people traded NFTs.
The NFT increase took place alongside gains in the two largest cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin traded near $83,914, up 3.60% over seven days, while Ethereum traded near $2,686, up 2.70%. CoinGecko put the total crypto market capitalization near $2.97 trillion.
Ethereum leads NFT sales with $30.33 million Ethereum recorded approximately $30.33 million in seven-day NFT sales, a 113.52% increase. Its 19,043 buyer addresses were up 40.61%. CryptoSlam separately listed about $1.07 million in wash-trading volume for the network; that measure should not be added to its sales figure.
Ethereum led seven-day NFT sales by blockchain with $30.33 million | Source: CryptoSlam Polygon placed second with $7.44 million in sales, up 6.66%, and 37,499 buyer addresses, up 41.04%. Its listed wash-trading volume was far larger, at $18.50 million. CryptoSlam’s separate “Total” column combined those figures to show $25.94 million for Polygon, but that total is not the same as the network’s $7.44 million sales figure. Polygon also hosted Courtyard, the second-ranked collection by sales.
Bitcoin followed with $5.13 million in sales, up 18.33%. Its buyer addresses climbed 45.89% to 7,938, while listed wash-trading volume came to $109,667. Two Bitcoin NFTs appeared among the five largest individual sales, although Bitcoin’s overall network sales remained below Ethereum and Polygon.
Base ranked fourth with $3.30 million in sales, up 87.59%, and 2,934 buyer addresses, up 26.30%. Its listed wash-trading volume reached $4.80 million. Beezie, a Base collection, accounted for $1.69 million in sales, including the week’s largest listed individual trade.
BNB Chain completed the top five at $2.66 million in sales, up 2.76%, with 15,000 buyer addresses. Immutable followed closely with $2.39 million, up 32.70%, while Solana recorded $2.03 million, up 17.25%. The six leading chains from Ethereum through Immutable accounted for about $51.23 million in sales, most of the $55.51 million global figure.
CryptoPunks tops weekly NFT collection sales Ethereum-based CryptoPunks ranked first among collections with $8.24 million in sales, up 1,066.53% from the prior period. CryptoSlam recorded 85 transactions, 62 buyer addresses and 55 seller addresses. Transactions rose 844.44%, while the buyer-address count increased 520%.
CryptoPunks led seven-day NFT collection sales with $8.24 million | Source: CryptoSlam Courtyard, on Polygon, ranked second with $6.56 million in sales, up 6.67%. Its 111,471 transactions were down 7.54%, and its 17,014 buyer addresses declined 14.29%. The collection’s sales increase therefore came alongside fewer recorded transactions and buyer addresses.
Credits, an Ethereum collection, placed third at $5.18 million. CryptoSlam showed no week-over-week change in its displayed sales, 57,288 transactions or 4,124 buyer addresses. Another Ethereum collection, Argonauts, followed with $1.97 million in sales, down 28.61%, across 952 transactions.
Base-based Beezie ranked fifth with $1.69 million in sales, up 176.70%, across 7,367 transactions and eight buyer addresses. Its $1 million sale of Beezie #4365 represented about 59% of the collection’s weekly sales. That concentration makes the collection’s increase a poor measure of trading across all its items.
Bored Ape Yacht Club placed sixth with $1.49 million in sales, up 213.39%, from 79 transactions and 48 buyer addresses. Immutable-based Guild of Guardians Heroes ranked seventh with $1.28 million, up 31.93%, from 870 transactions and 530 buyer addresses.
Beezie leads high-value NFT sales with $1 million trade CryptoSlam listed Beezie #4365 as the largest individual sale at $1 million, settled in 1 million USDC on Base about three days before the dashboard capture. The transaction alone represented roughly 1.8% of global seven-day NFT sales.
Top sales: Beezie #4365 was the highest listed NFT sale at $1 million | Source: CryptoSlam The next two listed sales came from $X@AI BRC-20 NFTs on Bitcoin. One sold for approximately $519,364, or 5.9999 BTC, about three days before the capture. Another sold for approximately $409,140, or 5 BTC, about seven days before it. Together, the two transactions accounted for about $928,504 of Bitcoin’s $5.13 million weekly NFT sales.
Alchemix V3 Transmuter #229 ranked fourth at approximately $398,081, settled in 149.95 WETH on Ethereum about two days before the capture.
The fifth-largest listed sale was Cardano Warriors – Islands #asset1sq7qkdve0ngmgllap7cw2… at approximately $378,237, settled in 1,651,099.8227 ADA on Cardano about six days before the capture. These five transactions totaled about $2.70 million, or roughly 4.9% of CryptoSlam’s global seven-day sales figure.
Analysis: As global debt continues to rise, Bitcoin benefits from the declining purchasing power of fiat currencies.
According to Forbes, Bitcoin briefly neared $90,000 earlier this month. Meanwhile, global debt continues to climb, and "currency devaluation trades" focused on the declining purchasing power of fiat currencies have emerged as one of the factors driving up assets like Bitcoin and gold. Data from the Institute of International Finance (IIF) shows global debt rose by $10 trillion in the first half of this year, pushing the total above $365 trillion. U.S. debt has exceeded $40 trillion, with annual interest payments hitting $1.27 trillion—surpassing spending on defense and Medicaid, and trailing only Social Security expenditures. The IIF warns interest costs will rise further as benchmark rates increase. Nic Puckrin, founder and cross-asset analyst at The Coin Bureau, said the current environment favors "devaluation assets" such as Bitcoin and gold, which is part of the reason for Bitcoin’s recent rally. The larger major economies’ debt loads, the more likely they are to suppress real borrowing costs and let inflation erode debt’s real value, boosting the appeal of such trades. Analysts at The Kobeissi Letter point out the U.S. dollar’s purchasing power has fallen 23% since 2020; if assets have only risen 30% over the same period, investors are essentially breaking even when adjusted for real purchasing power. U.S. inflation has stayed above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target for 60 consecutive months.
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Bitget will resume crypto withdrawals gradually following a security lapse in which it lost approximately USD 351.6 million from some of its hot and warm wallets.
Bitget Crypto Withdrawals To Return In Four Stages The platform added that the withdrawals will resume slowly once they have implemented more security checks. Bitcoin withdrawals will be reopened first on 28 September at 08:00 UTC.
Meanwhile, withdrawals in Ethereum will resume on September 29. The withdrawal of USDT is scheduled to take place on September 30. The rest of the tokens, fiat and P2P should restore by October 2.
Bitget stated that the exploit that was used in an attack has been discovered and patched. It is now undergoing additional testing throughout the withdrawal system, by its security and technical teams.
“The vulnerability involved in the incident has been identified and remediated,” Bitget wrote on X.
The exchange said that the suspension from the withdrawal was a precautionary measure for security reasons. It emphasized that the balances of customers have not been impacted despite the humongous $352 million Bitget hack on Thursday, September 24.
“The temporary withdrawal pause remains a security measure and is not related to the availability of user assets,” Bitget said.
Bitget also said its Protection Fund will cover the financial damage from the incident. The CEO Gracy Chen earlier revealed that it has more than $464 million in the fund.
Bitget will begin resuming withdrawals in orderly phases following the security incident on Sep 24. Thank you all for your patience. Please understand that due to the different nature of this incident (which involves multiple blockchains and multiple cryptocurrencies), we are… https://t.co/XfdPsIIRiR
— Gracy Chen @Bitget (@GracyBitget) September 26, 2026
However, it’s important to note that the breach only affected parts of Bitget’s hot and warm wallet infrastructure. Hence, the cold wallets remained secure, according to Chen. Thus, trading and deposits also remain operational on the crypto exchange.
Circle, Tether Freeze $318K Linked To Hack Meanwhile, the stablecoin issuers have taken steps to freeze a small fraction of the stolen money. The address names “Bitget Exploiter 8” has been blacklisted by Circle and Tether. The move froze 218,023 USDT and 99,990 USDC. Their combined assets were approximately $318,000.
Chen expressed his gratitude to both companies for their prompt response. “Every address frozen matters,” she wrote.
She also announced that Bitget has the Recovery Bounty Program. The exchange is providing a 5% discount when it comes to freezing attacker-controlled funds, and a 5% asset recovery discount.
Thank you to Circle and Tether for moving quickly. Every address frozen matters.
To the broader community: Bitget's Recovery Bounty Program is live — 5% for freezing attacker funds, 5% for recovery. Every exchange, security researcher, and onchain investigator can make a… https://t.co/UrFjceBL49
— Gracy Chen @Bitget (@GracyBitget) September 26, 2026
The embezzled crypto stack contained a significant number of XRP tokens. Almost $157.5 million in XRP was reportedly siphoned off, which was the largest amount of assets stolen in this incident. Ethereum was also one of the big assets seized.
The attackers allegedly transferred the funds among several networks and swapped some of their holdings in ETH.
Bitget has said the incident is contained. It also said any additional unauthorized transfers are no longer possible.
Mandiant and SlowMist are helping with the investigation. Bitget claimed that its users would not be required to do anything before withdrawals are re-opened.
“Withdrawal availability will be reflected directly on the Bitget platform,” the crypto exchange added.
There has also been a suggestion that the Lazarus Group, which is linked to the North Korean government, may have been involved by Chen and some blockchain experts. The attribution is still being investigated.
Bitget has annoucne to reopen crypto withdrawals after a $387.5 million security breach that forced the exchange to suspend the service. Bitcoin withdrawals will resume first on September 28, followed by Ethereum and USDT, while XRP and other assets are expected to return by October 2.
Alongside the withdrawal restart, Bitget has also launched a recovery bounty program, offering rewards totaling up to 10%.
Bitget Schedule Phased Withdrawal Resumption Bitget will resume withdrawals in phases to manage liquidity and avoid sudden pressure on its network. The first phase will begin on September 28 at 08:00 UTC (1:30 PM IST), when Bitcoin withdrawals will reopen on the native Bitcoin network.
Bitget will begin resuming withdrawals in orderly phases following the security incident identified on September 24.
The vulnerability involved in the incident has been identified and remediated.
Bitget's security and technical teams have since been conducting additional… https://t.co/VZu59GnLAN
— Bitget (@bitget) September 26, 2026 On September 29, Ethereum withdrawals will resume across Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Arbitrum, Base and Optimism. USDT withdrawals will follow on September 30 across Ethereum, BSC, Solana and Tron.
Finally, on October 2, withdrawals for other assets such as XRP, BNB and AVAX, along with fiat currencies and P2P settlements, will return to normal.
Why Withdrawals Paused but Deposits ContinuedBitget CEO Gracy Chen said the temporary withdrawal pause was a security measure and did not affect users’ account balances.
Bitget initially estimated the affected assets at $351.6 million. After further tracking, the exchange raised the figure to around $387.5 million, adding assets on Zcash and TRON that were missing from the first estimate.
The exchange said the security issue has been fixed and no further unauthorized transfers are possible. However, withdrawals were paused as an extra safety step while the platform completed its security review.
Deposits and other exchange services continued during the review because incoming deposits did not pose a threat to the platform’s core systems.
Bitget Launches Recovery Bounty Program With 10% RewardsAs withdrawals begin to resume, Bitget has also launched an Asset Recovery Bounty Program offering up to 10% in total rewards. The program offers 5% for helping freeze stolen funds and another 5% if those efforts lead to their recovery.
Thank you to Circle and Tether for moving quickly. Every address frozen matters.
To the broader community: Bitget's Recovery Bounty Program is live — 5% for freezing attacker funds, 5% for recovery. Every exchange, security researcher, and onchain investigator can make a… https://t.co/UrFjceBL49
— Gracy Chen @Bitget (@GracyBitget) September 26, 2026 Circle and Tether have already frozen 218,023 USDT and 99,990 USDC, worth about $318,000 combined, from an address linked to the attacker.
However, more stolen assets remain under investigation.
Data shows that attacker-linked wallets still hold more than 63,000 ETH, worth around $183 million, which cannot be frozen by stablecoin issuers. Even more than 102 million stolen XRP tokens, worth about $157.48 million, also remain in circulation.
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Blacklight node operations are upgraded from Nillion L2 to Ethereum L1.
As Dusk moves towards mainnet, Blacklight L2 will become the legacy network and be retired. Blacklight L1 will run directly on Ethereum, with node operators taking on a new role in how Covenants are resolved.
Both independent and managed node participants can begin migrating from September 26, ahead of the Blacklight L1 mainnet launch. The steps are largely the same, with managed participants moving through the managed-nodes app instead of registering a node themselves.
In this post, we’ll cover:
What Blacklight L1 nodes do
What’s changing for node operators
How independent operators migrate
How managed node operators migrate
What happens to rewards during migration
Key dates
Getting started on Blacklight L1
What Blacklight L1 Nodes Do Blacklight L1 gives node operators a different role from Blacklight L2.
Blacklight L1 nodes help Covenants stay sealed until the condition attached to them is met.
When a Covenant is created, its payload is split into encrypted shares and distributed across a committee of nodes. Each node holds one share, so no single operator can reconstruct the original payload on its own.
The nodes then watch for the condition tied to that Covenant. Once it is met, they publish their shares onchain. When enough shares are available, the payload can be reconstructed and verified on Ethereum before any downstream action happens.
What’s Changing The move to L1 changes a few things for Blacklight node operators, while some of the core requirements stay the same.
The minimum required stake for Blacklight L1 operators remains 70,000 NIL.
Rewards on L1 will come from 0.5% annual inflation, alongside trigger fees earned by node operators. Operators will also need ETH to cover gas when running a node on Ethereum.
Mainnet nodes will need to be registered fresh on L1, meaning existing Sepolia testnet registrations will not carry over. The expected setup remains similar to testnet: an always-on machine or VPS, Docker, an archive Ethereum RPC, an owner wallet, and an operator address funded with ETH.
How to Migrate: Independent Node Operators Independent operators should keep their current L2 node running until they’re ready to migrate. From there, the move happens in a few steps:
1. Claim your L2 rewards Claim any rewards you’ve earned on Blacklight L2 before you begin unstaking.
2. Unstake from L2 Unstake your NIL from L2 and wait for an hour for the unbonding period to complete.
3. Withdraw your NIL + ETH After unbonding, withdraw your NIL first and finally your ETH (leave this last as you need it for gas fees on all the previous txs)
4. Bridge your NIL + ETH to Ethereum Bridge them back to Ethereum using the Nillion Bridge.This is expected to take around nine days and is linked to your wallet so you can reconnect later to check the progress.
5. Register your L1 mainnet node Once the mainnet is live on October 5th, register a fresh L1 mainnet node on the Blacklight L1 webapp. Sepolia registrations will not carry over to mainnet.
6. Stake 70,000 NIL on L1 The minimum required stake remains 70,000 NIL on Blacklight L1.
7. Fund your operator address with ETH Your operator address will need ETH to cover gas on Ethereum. We recommend funding it with around 0.01 ETH.
How to Migrate: Managed Node Operators If you currently participate in Blacklight through a Managed Blacklight Node, you can move on the same timetable as independent operators, starting today, September 26.
The flow is simpler: Head over to the L2 managed-nodes app and connect your wallet. Then unstake, withdraw your NIL, and finally head over to the Nillion Bridge and bridge it to Ethereum (bridging from the L2 -> L1 takes around 9 days).
On October 5th, stake on L1 through the Blacklight L1 managed nodes webapp instead of registering a node yourself.
Rewards During Migration While your NIL is moving from L2 to L1, it won’t be earning rewards.
The move takes around nine days, most of it spent bridging to Ethereum. Plan to start with enough lead time for your NIL to reach L1 before mainnet goes live and L1 rewards begin.
Any rewards you’ve already earned on L2 will still be there after L2 rewards stop. They’ll remain claimable until Blacklight L2 halts later this year.
We’ll share separate guidance for any funds remaining on L2 ahead of the network halt.
Key Dates Node operator migration begins: 26th Sep
This is when node operators should begin the L2 to L1 migration process. You can migrate anytime between 26th September till 5th October.
Blacklight L1 mainnet: Oct 5
L1 node operations and L1 rewards begin around the mainnet launch.
Blacklight L2 halt: later this year
Rewards already earned on L2 will remain claimable until the network is halted.
Getting Started on Blacklight L1 If you’re not already running a Blacklight node, you can start testing Blacklight L1 on Sepolia now.
The current setup requires an always-on machine, Docker, an archive Sepolia RPC, testnet NIL, and Sepolia ETH for gas.
Mainnet nodes will require a fresh registration and a 70,000 NIL stake, with ETH needed to cover gas. Operators will earn through 0.5% annual inflation and trigger fees.
Run a testnet node now and check out the full guide to walk through setup step by step.
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With the activation of EIP-4444 on July 8, 2025, Ethereum execution clients can now prune pre-Merge historical data, slashing storage requirements by 300 to 500 GB and enabling new nodes to sync in under half a day.
The result: operators can run a fully functional node on a 2 TB disk with aggressive settings keeping total storage under 0.5 TB.
What EIP-4444 actually changes EIP-4444 introduces what’s called “partial history expiry.” Instead of requiring every node to store the complete history of the Ethereum blockchain, nodes can now drop older data after a defined retention period. The initial design specified roughly 33,000 epochs, but this was revised to approximately 82,000 epochs, or about one year of history.
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Nodes validate the current chain head using weak subjectivity checkpoints. The consensus layer can sync in minutes through checkpoint sync, while the execution layer benefits from not needing to download and verify a decade of transaction receipts. Historical data retrieval mechanisms remain available as an optional feature for operators who need archival access.
All five major Ethereum execution clients have shipped support. Geth v1.16.0, Nethermind 1.32.2, Besu 25.7.0, Erigon v3.0.12, and Reth v1.5.0 each include the necessary flags and configurations.
Why storage was becoming a problem Prior to EIP-4444, a full node needed more than 400 GB of disk space, and that number was only going in one direction. Every new block, every smart contract interaction, every token transfer added to the pile.
There’s an important distinction worth noting. This change affects full nodes and validators, not archive nodes. Archive nodes, which serve historical queries for block explorers and analytics platforms, will continue storing everything.
The accessibility equation A sub-half-day sync on under 0.5 TB of storage means a relatively modest consumer-grade machine with a decent SSD can participate in Ethereum’s network, compared to the multi-day sync processes and terabyte-plus storage demands that previously greeted new node operators.
EIP-4444 sits within the “Purge” phase of Ethereum’s roadmap, which Vitalik Buterin has described as focused on reducing protocol complexity and node requirements.
The remaining question is how the network handles the transition period as nodes begin pruning at different rates and historical data becomes distributed rather than universally replicated. The Portal Network and other peer-to-peer data availability solutions are designed to fill this gap, ensuring that historical queries can still be resolved even when most nodes have moved on.
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RevokeCash has issued a security alert, warning that users who previously traded NFTs on Magic Eden’s Ethereum marketplace likely granted authorization to Limit Break’s Payment Processor contract, which carries a known vulnerability, and recommends revoking that authorization. Yesterday, Magic Eden officials noted that NFTs currently listed on the platform are not affected by the vulnerability, while those listed via its EVM marketplace roughly between February and October 2024 may be impacted; listings after October 2024 are in principle unaffected. The platform is in contact with protocol owner and maintainer Limit Break to explore additional risk mitigation measures, including pausing protocol transfers, and will continue investigating the full scope of the impact. Users who have listed or traded NFTs on Magic Eden’s EVM marketplace should revoke related contract authorizations on the Ethereum, Polygon, and Base networks. They can filter their addresses via revoke.cash and revoke all NFT authorizations marked as "approved for all". Additionally, Yuga Labs’ Vice President of Blockchain, Quit, stated that the asset claim website for NFT theft incidents tied to the Payment Processor vulnerability is now live. Affected users whose NFTs were successfully recovered by Yuga Labs can now file claims, but must first revoke authorization for the Payment Processor.
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The Genius Foundation plans to use approximately $62,500 each to purchase GSTOCK and GENIUS.
Ryan Myher, co-founder of Genius Terminal, announced the voting result on the allocation of approximately $125,000 worth of BNB held by the Genius Foundation that cannot be unwrapped (referring to unbundling and redeeming for underlying stocks): 50% will be used to purchase GSTOCK, and 50% will be allocated to buy GENIUS. The funds stem from accumulated fees from the Genius.fun launch platform that flowed into the foundation’s treasury. The foundation stated it will execute the plan per the voting outcome and announce updates on X after completion. According to GMGN data, the platform’s native token GENIUS currently has a market capitalization of $345 million. GSTOCK’s market cap has surpassed $24 million, with a 24-hour price increase of 24.2% and trading volume of $8.4 million. The GSTOCK token is paired with BNCB, the on-chain token of BNB treasury firm BNC, as its liquidity pool base. BlockBeats reminds users that related tokens are highly volatile, so investors should exercise caution.
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Five institutions including Bullish have formed an alliance to promote the direct linkage between tokenized stocks and shareholder registers.
Bullish, Equiniti, Alpaca, Apex Fintech Solutions, and DriveWealth have established the Issuer-Supported Token Alliance, which aims to link on-chain stocks directly to official corporate shareholder registers, enabling token holders to access full shareholder rights including voting, dividends, and corporate actions. The alliance will research technical standards, settlement, custody, and interoperability between traditional financial infrastructure and blockchain, and plans to discuss practical tokenized share schemes with listed companies at the New York Stock Exchange on October 27. To date, the alliance has not launched any new tokenized stock products.
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Bitcoin Rune DOG has seen a significant price deviation on Bitget, leading to calls for the resumption of spot trading.
Leonidas, a core member of the Bitcoin Rune DOG community, has published a lengthy open letter to Bitget CEO Gracy Chen, criticizing the exchange’s highly unusual decision to delist DOG just hours after a hack, while withdrawals remained frozen. The delisting announcement, paired with frozen withdrawals and a trust crisis stemming from the hack, caused a significant price deviation for DOG on Bitget, resulting in losses for long-term holders who trade regularly on the platform. Leonidas noted that DOG boasts a market capitalization of over $100 million, has been listed on Bitget for two and a half years with a cumulative trading volume exceeding $1 billion, and has a far larger community than many small-cap tokens still traded on the exchange. On behalf of the community, he formally demanded Bitget reinstate spot trading to resolve the abnormal market situation, while also wishing the exchange a speedy recovery of stolen assets and proper handling of the hack’s aftermath.
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Morgan Stanley shifts to a bullish stance on the US dollar, with high yields set to continue weighing on global risk appetite.
Morgan Stanley has adjusted its previously bearish outlook on the U.S. dollar, forecasting that the greenback’s strength will persist through mid-2027. The bank projects the U.S. Dollar Index will rise to 104 by then, while the euro could fall from its current level around $1.14 to $1.10 against the greenback. The report cites expectations of further Federal Reserve rate hikes, U.S. economic resilience, and persistently high energy prices as factors that will sustain America’s relative interest rate advantage and continue to underpin the dollar. This outlook aligns closely with recent market conditions. On September 25, the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield remained near the 5.2% mark, with the U.S. Dollar Index trading around 101. While U.S. stocks stabilized at the open on optimism over artificial intelligence, and bitcoin hovered around $84,900, elevated yields continued to weigh on valuations of risk assets. Morgan Stanley had earlier revised its Fed rate path to include two 25-basis-point hikes in December this year and March 2027, lifting the federal funds rate range to 4.25%-4.5%, which is likely to be maintained through 2027. For the foreign exchange market, this means the U.S.’s interest rate advantage over other major economies will be slow to narrow. The report also flags European political risks as an additional headwind for the euro, including the French presidential election in spring 2027 and electoral risks in Germany and Italy. If the euro’s risk premium continues to rise, it will work in tandem with the U.S. interest rate advantage to boost the dollar.
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PAID Token’s automatic fee revenue sharing pushes its market capitalization to exceed $40 million, with over 360% growth in 24 hours.
PAID official announcement: The platform has successfully distributed $1.44 million to X Money users via its token creator fee automatic revenue-sharing tool. Paid previously launched its token issuance feature on Pons on the 19th. The official stated that 80% of fees will be sent to X users via X Money, while 20% will be converted to SOL for PAID token buybacks. Token issuers can send fees via X Money by adding an X Handle to their project description. Additionally, celebrities on X do not even need to register for Paid or provide consent to receive fund distributions through X Money. According to GMGN market data, PAID’s market cap on Solana has now exceeded $40 million, with a 24-hour increase of over 360% and trading volume of $32.8 million in the same period. On-chain data shows that Frank DeGods, founder of DeGods, purchased PAID approximately four days ago, investing roughly $145,000 to $169,000 and holding tens of millions of tokens. BlockBeats reminds users that related token prices are highly volatile, so investment requires caution.
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Goldman Sachs: AI capital expenditure has not reached an inflection point, and the market will conduct stricter scrutiny of monetization efficiency.
U.S. stocks remain resilient amid pressure from high oil prices and elevated yields, with AI themes continuing to underpin tech sector performance. Goldman Sachs’ latest calculations have shifted market focus further toward the revenue side: top U.S. AI cloud vendors will need to generate roughly $300 billion in annualized AI revenue over the next several years to cover their current massive investments; for cloud vendors to achieve meaningful returns and the application layer to sustain high profit margins, end-users’ annual spending on AI applications will need to approach $1 trillion. Goldman Sachs analyst Ryan Hammond forecasts that hyperscale cloud vendors’ capital expenditure will reach around $800 billion in 2026, with the market consensus for 2027 standing at roughly $1.1 trillion. Goldman Sachs’ baseline scenario is that actual 2027 spending may still exceed consensus expectations, though the growth rate and the degree of upside surprise will gradually slow. For AI operations already reliant on data centers, GPUs, storage, and networking equipment, capital expenditure is not nearing a sudden contraction point; the market will closely monitor how much cloud revenue and profit each dollar of investment generates. The report does not simply turn the AI narrative into a pessimistic outlook. Goldman Sachs notes that hyperscale cloud revenue in Q2 has added roughly $70 billion in annualized terms compared to pre-AI boom trends, with announced revenue backlogs exceeding $1.5 trillion. Enterprise AI procurement remains in its early stages, and the recent acceleration in corporate spending will make AI’s impact on corporate profits clearer over the coming quarters.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) struggled to reclaim $84,000 as the broader crypto market remained cautious during renewed concerns over interest-rate hikes.
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Rising spot volume near $83,200 suggests buyers are defending the level, making it key near-term support.
If Bitcoin holds the $83,000–$77,000 support zone while short-term indicators reset, he sees scope for a move toward $93,500–$100,000, Kevin Capital said.
He expects that rally could be followed by a 10%–20% correction that establishes a macro higher low.
Trader exitpump highlighted that a persistent wall of sell orders around $85,000 on Binance has repeatedly capped Bitcoin. Continued consolidation below that level while altcoins rally could signal apre-dump setup and another potential flush.
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According to HTX market data, major crypto tokens saw slight volatility over the weekend. Bitcoin fell below $84,000 to trade at $83,900, Ethereum at $2,688, and ZEC at $1,542. SOL surged past $120 with a 24-hour gain of 3.4%. BNB is trading at $776. The total crypto market cap rose 0.3% in 24 hours to $2.989 trillion. Altcoin rotation persists, with major DeFi tokens rallying broadly. Top gainers among DeFi tokens: QI at $0.003650 (up 103.57% in 24h), QUICK at $0.01287 (up 32.82%), AERO at $0.8314 (up 18.50%), VELODROME at $0.03558 (up 16.20%), ENA at $0.2656 (up 13.94%), JTO at $0.5670 (up 13.38%), JOE at $0.0414 (up 13.11%), ZRO at $1.611 (up 11.18%); EIGEN, REZ, LDO, KMNO, MET and JUP rose but by less than 10%. Additionally, top gainers among other altcoins include: PHA at $0.0847 (up 66.40% in 24h), ARK at $0.2524 (up 29.44%), MUBARAK at $0.05650 (up 26.29%), SEI at $0.07638 (up 20.80%), SUI at $1.1773 (up 12.57%), WLD at $0.4898 (up 10.89%).
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Morgan Stanley shifts to a bullish stance on the US dollar, with high yields set to continue weighing on global risk appetite.
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AI-themed token IMD on Ethereum mainnet hits an all-time high as its market cap surges past $39 million.
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A wallet address generated over $312,000 in profits trading the Meme coin e/acc in just five hours.
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Ethereum records show the first batch left about $95,000 in Payy’s bridge and a second, five hours later, took almost all of the rest, both sent to the same address.
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Payy, a network for private stablecoin payments, said on X on Friday that its initial root cause analysis found the drain of its Ethereum bridge “was NOT a compromised key, social engineering or exploit of our off-chain infrastructure,” and that it is checking the findings with an audit firm before releasing them. The bridge paid out about $1.92 million in USDC to a single address in two batches on Thursday, and Payy has confirmed the stolen funds were “users’ non-custodial deposits to Payy Network / Payy Wallet.” Its network and Payy Wallet are paused.
Payy first said that at 4:21 UTC on Sept. 24 its bridge contract “was exploited and drained of its full balance,” and that deposits, withdrawals, transfers and card transactions were on hold. Payy sells privacy-focused stablecoin payment tools, and its bridge is a rollup contract that settles the network’s activity on Ethereum.
Two Batches Emptied the Bridge Ethereum records show the drain took two batches. The first sent 1,828,589 USDC to one address at 4:21 UTC, leaving about $95,000 in the bridge. About five hours later, at 9:30 UTC, a second batch paid another 90,202 USDC to the same address, leaving about $700.
Both payouts went through verifyRollup, the function through which Payy posts batches of network activity to its bridge, and both were submitted by the address that posts those batches. Every one of the last 200 transactions that address sent, going back to late August, was a verifyRollup call to the bridge.
The receiving address had used the bridge before. It deposited 5 USDC into Payy on Sept. 22, withdrew 5 USDC later that day and deposited another 5 USDC on Sept. 23.
Where the Money Went Within about eight minutes, the first payout had been moved to a second address and sold through UniswapX for roughly 683 ETH. By 5:39 UTC, nearly all of that ether sat in three wallets. The second payout of 90,202 USDC was still in the receiving address as of Friday afternoon.
Payy said it had flagged the attacker’s addresses to law enforcement, exchanges and blockchain analytics firms, and it paused Payy Wallet, promising details on next steps for users. It said it aims to share a validated report “in the next few days.” Its posts do not give a loss figure or say whether users will be repaid or when the network will restart.
The drain came the same day Bitget said about $351.6 million was taken from its hot and warm wallets, in a separate incident.
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Eligible U.S. investors can now buy the ARK Venture Fund as an Ethereum token with USDC through Securitize, while cash-outs still run through the fund’s quarterly repurchase offers.
Crypto investors can now buy into Cathie Wood's SpaceX/OpenAI/Kalshi fund
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Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest and tokenization firm Securitize announced on Sept. 24 that they have tokenized the ARK Venture Fund (ARKVX) on Ethereum. Eligible U.S. investors can now buy it with USDC and hold the position in their own wallets, according to Securitize’s ARKVX page.
ARKVX launched in September 2022 as a registered closed-end interval fund that holds both private and publicly traded companies. It had $1.3 billion in net assets as of June 30, with about 62% of the portfolio in private companies, according to Securitize’s page. As of Aug. 31, prediction market Kalshi made up 5.81% of the fund, second only to SpaceX at 7.54%, ARK’s holdings file shows. OpenAI accounted for 5.26% and Anthropic 3.86%.
“Based on our research, tokenization has the potential to reshape fundamentally the way that investors access and participate in both private and public financial markets,” Wood, who founded ARK and runs it as CEO and chief investment officer, said in the release.
How the Token Works To buy, investors need a verified Securitize account and a wallet approved in advance, and they pay in USDC. The first investment carries a $500 minimum, and later additions can be as small as $5. A 2% transaction fee comes off each deposit before it is priced at the fund’s end-of-day net asset value. The fund also charges annual expenses of 3.49%, or 2.90% after fee waivers.
Securitize Markets buys the ARKVX shares behind the tokens and keeps them with custodian BNY Mellon, backing each token one-to-one. Tokens arrive in the buyer’s wallet the next business day.
Same Quarterly Exits Securitize says the token carries the same quarterly liquidity as the fund. Holders cash out through quarterly repurchase offers capped at 5% of outstanding shares, and requests may be prorated. For now, holders can send the token only to other investors Securitize has already verified. Securitize lists trading on decentralized exchanges and use as DeFi collateral as “coming soon.” The offering is open to U.S. investors only for now.
Securitize CEO Carlos Domingo said in the release that the launch shows asset managers can “use tokenization to move established investment products onto modern capital markets infrastructure.”
ARK announced a strategic investment in Securitize in October 2025. The launch comes a week after the SEC granted an innovation exemption for trading tokenized stocks onchain, and a day after Blockchain.com and the NYSE signed a memorandum of understanding to offer tokenized stocks to Blockchain.com’s users.
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Fundstrat’s Tom Lee expects Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to maintain a $150,000 target while arguing Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) could eventually reach $60,000 as tokenization, Wall Street adoption and AI bring a much larger pool of investors into digital assets.
Why Lee Calls It Bigger Bull MarketIn a "Money Talks" interview on Sept. 24, Lee noted that past cycles were largely driven by specific crypto-native themes: initial coin offerings in 2017, NFTs and meme coins during the pandemic-era boom, and, more recently, stablecoins.
This time, Lee sees a much broader combination of catalysts.
Tokenization is accelerating, Regulatory backdrop has become more crypto-supportive, and Financial institutions are increasingly exploring blockchain infrastructure. AI and autonomous agents could create another source of demand for crypto-based payments and settlement. Long periods of price consolidation across crypto also strengthen his bullish outlook.
Some assets have spent roughly five years trading within broad ranges, which Lee believes could ultimately produce decisive breakouts.
Ethereum’s Eventual $60,000, Bitcoin’s $150,000Lee has maintained his $150,000 Bitcoin target, even as it consolidates after its latest rally. After peaking at $87,000 during a two-week rally, Bitcoin traded largely flat through Sep. 24 and is now hovering around $85,000.
Ethereum could offer even greater upside if institutional adoption of blockchain technology continues, Lee said.
He highlighted Ethereum’s roughly five-year consolidation and compared its current setup with the breakout that followed the 2018 bear market, which eventually produced an approximately 17-fold rally.
He advocates that ETH could multiply 10x to 12x above its prior highs of $5,000, placing it at around $60,000 in a couple of years.
In the shorter term, Lee sees $3,000 as a reasonable target and expects ETH to eventually move well above its previous highs and peak to an all-time high this year.
What Is the Rule Of "10 Best Days"Lee argues investors should be cautious about attempting to perfectly time crypto markets.
Digital assets tend to generate a disproportionate amount of their gains during a handful of sharp rallies, which Lee describes through his "rule of 10 best days."
His broader thesis rests on crypto becoming increasingly integrated with TradFi rather than simply attracting another wave of speculative traders.
"I think we’re early," Lee said. "I think crypto could run a lot."
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Ethereum developers just got two reasons to update their toolchains. Within days of each other in September 2026, the Nomic Foundation shipped slang-solx, a new LLVM-based Solidity compiler backend, and the core Solidity team released v0.8.37 with security fixes and fresh opcode support.
The bigger headline belongs to slang-solx. Launched on September 7, the compiler backend achieves speeds up to 5x faster than the traditional solc compiler when running in via-IR mode, and roughly 1.7x faster in legacy mode.
What slang-solx actually changes Slang-solx attacks the problem at the backend level by leveraging LLVM, the same compiler infrastructure that powers Clang for C/C++ and Rust’s compiler.
The project traces back to a compiler effort called solx that Matter Labs initiated in 2025. At some point the work transitioned to the Nomic Foundation, the organization behind Hardhat, Ethereum’s most popular development framework.
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Currently, slang-solx supports Solidity 0.8.34 and is explicitly positioned for development use rather than production. Nomic is not recommending it for mainnet deployments yet.
The 5x speed improvement in via-IR mode is particularly noteworthy because via-IR is the compilation pipeline the Solidity team has been pushing as the future-facing approach, replacing the older legacy pipeline.
Solidity v0.8.37 fills in the gaps Three days after slang-solx landed, on September 10, the core Solidity team released version 0.8.37. The release includes two bug fixes rated at low to medium severity.
Version 0.8.37 also introduces support for the SLOTNUM opcode tied to the Amsterdam EVM version. SLOTNUM gives contracts access to slot number information, extending the EVM’s capabilities in line with Ethereum’s ongoing protocol upgrades.
The release fits into a steady cadence the Solidity team has maintained throughout 2026. Version 0.8.35 shipped in April, 0.8.36 arrived in July, and now 0.8.37 rounds out the summer.
Why faster compilers matter beyond developer convenience The combination of slang-solx and Solidity v0.8.37 signals something about Ethereum’s broader tooling ecosystem: the core team handles language-level improvements and security patches while independent organizations like Nomic tackle performance and developer experience.
For protocols and teams building on Ethereum, slang-solx is worth evaluating for development environments now, with production use likely following once the compiler matures and undergoes more rigorous auditing. Solidity v0.8.37 should be adopted as part of normal update hygiene, particularly given the security patches.
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Is this a clear signal that ETH is on the verge of a fresh upswing?
Earlier this week, the second-largest cryptocurrency briefly spiked to nearly $2,800 before slightly retracing to $2,710 (according to CoinGecko).
Some factors suggest it may be gearing up for a new rally, and the actions of one mysterious whale support that view.
Inside Information? X user Max Crypto recently revealed that one anonymous trader has opened a $99 million long position in ETH with 25x leverage. What’s interesting (and even shocking) is that the market participant has made 3,156 trades so far and has a stunning 100% win rate. Just this week alone, the whale has generated $5.5 million in profits.
The trader opened the massive position when ETH was around $2,660, while the liquidation price is $2,552 (unless the individual adds extra collateral).
Of course, such a flawless track record has sparked huge speculation among X users. Very few commentators described the move as gambling, while most believe the whale has access to inside information that has been key to their successful trades so far.
Meanwhile, the declining amount of ETH stored on exchanges reinforces the bullish bet. Recently, analytics platform Santiment revealed that less than 3.5% of the asset’s supply now sits on tracked platforms, with another 1.16% of the total supply moving off since the beginning of June.
“Fewer coins on exchanges means fewer coins sitting one click away from being sold. It doesn’t guarantee higher prices, but it reduces the pool of ETH readily available to hit the market during the next wave of selling,” the entity explained.
Additional Forecasts Michal van de Poppe and Gerla have joined the growing chorus of Ethereum bulls. The former said the asset is “looking great,” anticipating a jump toward new highs if the price exceeds $2,708 (as it did) and holds that as support. The latter suggested that ETH is still holding the same bullish structure, describing $2,770 as the key zone.
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For their part, JAVON MARKS argued that ETH appears to be entering another “massive bull run.” The analyst maintained that the price is coming out of a notable accumulation, setting $4,811, $8,500, and even $12,000 as potential targets.
Ethereum, the largest altcoin, broke its 2021 all-time high (ATH) in August, setting a new record for August 2025.
However, in 2026, ETH experienced a significant supply shift, falling sharply to levels around $1,500.
At this point, the amount of Ethereum held on centralized cryptocurrency exchanges has fallen to its lowest levels.
ETH Supply on Exchanges Drops to 3.49%! Cryptocurrency analysis platform Santiment stated that the percentage of ETH held on exchanges has fallen to only 3.49% of the total supply.
Santiment also added that an amount equivalent to 1.16% of the Ethereum supply has been withdrawn from exchanges since June 1st.
The fact that there is less ETH on exchanges means that, in the short term, the amount of coin that investors are holding directly on exchanges for sale will decrease. However, a decrease in the supply on exchanges alone does not mean that the price of ETH will rise.
Staking and DeFi Are Moving ETH Supply Away From Exchanges! According to Santiment, staking and decentralized finance (DeFi) activities also play a significant role in the supply fluctuations on Ethereum. It is estimated that approximately 35% of ETH is staked.
This situation results in a portion of ETH being utilized in blockchain applications rather than being held on centralized exchanges.
What Does Low Stock Supply Mean for Price? The decrease in the amount of ETH on exchanges can be considered a significant indicator of a shrinking supply of ETH available for sale in the market.
Especially during periods of strong demand, a decrease in the available ETH supply that buyers can encounter can make price movements more sensitive.
However, the decline in exchange reserves alone should not be considered a bullish signal. If ETH holders transfer funds to exchanges again or liquidate their staking and DeFi positions, the liquid supply in the market could increase again.
Therefore, for Ethereum, it is important to monitor the trend of supply on exchanges, staking rate, the amount of ETH used in DeFi, and new demand together in the coming period.
*This is not investment advice.
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Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) has gained around 10% over the past month and is trading above $2,600, while its supply on exchanges has fallen to a historic low.
How ETH Supply Can Change DynamicsSantiment Intelligence data shows that only 3.49% of Ethereum’s supply now sits on tracked exchanges, marking a record low, with another 1.16% of total ETH supply moving off exchanges since June.
The supply decline comes as Ethereum has gained roughly 10% over the past month and currently trades above $2,600.
Fewer tokens sitting on exchanges mean less ETH is immediately available to be sold. While shrinking exchange balances do not guarantee higher prices, Santiment noted that they reduce the pool of readily tradable supply if demand strengthens.
Staking and DeFi are absorbing some of those coins.
Santiment estimates roughly 35% of ETH is staked, while Ethereum holds around $53 billion in DeFi value, giving investors incentives to keep their holdings deployed on chain rather than on exchanges.
Large treasury holders have also increasingly turned to staking, with Santiment pointing to BitMine Immersion Technologies (NYSE:BMNR), which reported more than 5 million ETH staked earlier this month.
Rally Faces Liquidity TestDespite tightening supply, trader Niels expects a near-term Ethereum correction after its roughly 90% rebound from the bottom.
He sees downside liquidity around $2,600-$2,550, with another cluster below $2,400, potentially flushing leveraged longs before the next move higher.
Could ETH Sweep Lower Ahead Of Leg Higher?CryptosBatman echoed the possibility of more downside, although his broader upside target remains intact.
The trader said Ethereum’s 1.618 Fibonacci extension remains on the table but expects ETH to first move back toward its previous resistance zone based on current price action.
A sweep of liquidity in that area could potentially create a new entry zone.
That leaves Ethereum caught between a tightening longer-term supply setup and the possibility of a shorter-term leverage flush.
Liquid Capital founder Jack Yi wrote in a post that after Bitcoin (BTC) rose to around $86,000, it is facing a normal correction. In the current bull market, investors should "be bearish but not short" and wait patiently for the next long trading opportunity. He noted that for specific trading opportunities, Ethereum (ETH) is showing stronger performance; trading infrastructure assets such as UNI and HYPE are gaining market acceptance, while ZEC is a "strong-whale asset".
Pi Network price hovered at $0.0893 on September 25, extending its seven-day gain to 7%. The token rose roughly 2.7% in 24 hours as traders tracked another network upgrade and changes to identity checks.
Bitcoin price traded near $83,600, Ethereum near $2,690, and XRP price around $1.58. The overall crypto market climbed 1.2% to about $2.99 trillion, giving smaller tokens a firmer backdrop.
Protocol 28 Testnet Upgrade Puts October Rollout in Focus Protocol 28 has entered Pi Network’s Testnet following the Mainnet rollout of Protocol 27, according to community upgrade reports. The changes aim to reduce transaction-data delays, support grouped smart-contract upgrades, and improve how applications update stored information. Node operators have been told to upgrade by October 13, ahead of a planned October 16 Mainnet activation.
Those dates remain targets, and successful Testnet checks will matter before the upgrade reaches the live network. The October event concerns a protocol upgrade; Pi’s Mainnet is already operating.
🚀 PI NETWORK PROTOCOL v28 IS NOW ON TESTNET!$Pi’s next protocol upgrade is entering testing, opening the door to further improvements in network performance, scalability and ecosystem capabilities.
🛠️ Testnet first. Mainnet comes next.
The Pi Network continues moving forward.… pic.twitter.com/2zpGKywqiw
— Pi News (@CTNewsApp) September 25, 2026
For PI, a sustained move above $0.090 could put this week’s $0.0945 area back in view. A slip below $0.085 would weaken the recent recovery and return attention to the seven-day low near $0.083. These are nearby trading levels, not assured outcomes of the software release.
KYC Upgrades Unblock More Pi Network Users Pi Network said its latest verification changes cleared a duplicate-account flag affecting more than 417,000 previously blocked users. Those eligible users can resume KYC, although they must still satisfy any remaining checks.
A separate fix is intended to help about 497,000 users unable to claim migrated balances. Pi attributed that problem to insufficient wallet funds for network fees on accounts created through Fast-Track.
It also adjusted video-processing systems and broadened liveness-check access for older phones. Selected users can try palm-print verification, while affected applicants can resubmit missing details. Wider access could support network activity, but it does not establish a direct cause for PI’s price gains.
Could Pi Network Price Reach $0.10 if Momentum Improves? The Pi Coin price stood at $0.08904 on September 25. The Pi Network price had rebounded from a mid-month low near $0.082 but was struggling to hold above $0.090
A sustained four-hour close above $0.090 could bring $0.095 back into view. That level marked an earlier resistance area. If future Pi Coin outlook clears it, the chart’s next marked target is $0.100.
The relative strength index stood at 61. That suggests improving momentum, though the reading remains below the usual overbought threshold.
The MACD line remained slightly below its signal line, with both readings near zero. That gap leaves the rebound without clear momentum confirmation.
PI/USDT 4-hour chart: TradingView If Pi Network price fails to hold $0.090, recent support near $0.087 becomes the first downside level. A break below it could expose $0.085, followed by the mid-month low near $0.082.
Ethereum maintained support at $2,700 after rebounding from an intraday low of $2,635, though persistent selling pressure below the resistance area remains a concern for traders. At the time of writing, Ethereum is priced at $2,737.02, with a 24-hour trading volume of $23.21 billion and a market capitalization of $330.74 billion. ETH has recorded a 3.36% gain in the last 24 hours.
Repeated tests of resistanceCrypto analyst Ella reported that Ethereum continues to encounter rejection near the same resistance zone. After dropping to $2,635 and staging a recovery, sellers once again pushed ETH back from the $2,700 region.
Ella stated that the chart remains straightforward: a close above $2,705 would be significant, provided that ETH maintains its rising support level. This could open the way for price action towards the $2,720-$2,725 range.
Conversely, a fall below $2,635 could undermine the current rebound and increase the likelihood of further declines. This level has now become a key threshold for short-term market sentiment.
Technical indicators and trend analysisEthereum’s technical outlook is currently favorable, as the price trades above critical moving averages. The 20-day simple moving average (SMA) stands at $2,559.02, the 50-day SMA at $2,357.03, the 100-day SMA at $2,073.60, and the 200-day SMA at $2,094.48. ETH holding above these averages is often interpreted as a sign of ongoing bullish momentum.
Moving AverageLevel ($)20-day SMA2,559.0250-day SMA2,357.03100-day SMA2,073.60200-day SMA2,094.48Despite this positive setup, analysts stressed that a decisive breakout above resistance has not been confirmed. For confirmation, traders are watching for Ethereum to break and settle above $2,705 and sustain higher territory.
The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is currently at 64.47, with the signal line at 62.05. Both remain below the typical overbought threshold of 70, suggesting that there is potential room for further upward movement. However, if the RSI drops sharply, it could indicate waning momentum.
Fibonacci levels and price formationAnother analyst, BATMAN, highlighted the significance of the Fibonacci extension level at 1.618 for Ethereum’s ongoing price formation. The proximity to previous resistance adds to the market’s interest in this region.
The immediate task for Ethereum is to establish $2,700 as a new support level. Achieving this would shift focus to the $2,720-$2,725 band. A failure to hold above $2,635, however, could expose ETH to further downward risk.
Mini dictionary: Fibonacci Extension, a technical analysis tool used to predict future price levels based on previous price movements, with the 1.618 level often tracked by traders as a key potential target or resistance.
Outlook and critical levels to watchMarket participants are closely monitoring Ethereum’s approach to $2,700. A sustained move above this area could trigger a push toward the next resistance, while a drop below support would redirect focus to lower price levels. The next clear move above resistance or below support is needed to establish the short-term trend.
Ethereum continues to trade above key moving averages and shows positive momentum, but bulls still face persistent selling pressure near $2,700-$2,705. A clear move above or below these critical levels will signal the next direction for ETH.
In brief Magic Eden warned that NFTs listed on its now-closed EVM marketplace between roughly February and October 2024 could be exposed to an exploit in Limit Break's Payment Processor V2. Yuga Labs' 0xQuit said a whitehat operation rescued 23,155 NFTs worth more than $5.7 million, but 660 WETH couldn't be recovered. Users should revoke the contract's approvals on Ethereum, Polygon and Base. Revoking won't return tokens that have already moved. Magic Eden may have left Ethereum behind, but some of its old users' NFTs were still exposed.
The marketplace warned Friday that NFTs listed on its EVM marketplace between roughly February and October 2024 could be affected by an exploit in Payment Processor V2, an NFT trading protocol built and maintained by Limit Break.
Myriad: Where does Ethereum go next? Click to make your prediction.EVM refers to Ethereum and the blockchains compatible with it. Magic Eden adopted the contract to settle trades in 2024, stopped using it that October and shut its EVM marketplace entirely in early 2026.
"No live Magic Eden listings were impacted in this exploit," the company said on X.
The problem lies in lingering approvals. When users list NFTs, they typically grant a contract permission to move them, and that permission stays active until it's revoked.
Magic Eden urged anyone who listed or traded on its EVM marketplace to revoke the V2 contract's "approved for all" permissions on Ethereum, Polygon, and Base using Revoke.cash. It noted that revoking won't return tokens that have already moved.
At 9AM EST today somebody abused a bug in Payment Processor V2 to steal 10 Meebits, 50 Otherdeeds, 10 WoW, and 235 Desperate Apewives.
It wasn't until over 12 hours later that somebody reported it to me, and upon digging in I realized that a great many NFTs were subject to the… pic.twitter.com/Vue8TUyMD2
— Quit (@0xQuit) September 25, 2026
Yuga Labs Vice President of Blockchain 0xQuit said an attacker used the bug to take 10 Meebits, 50 Otherdeeds, 10 World of Women NFTs, and 235 Desperate ApeWives. Limit Break paused Payment Processor V3, which had the same flaw, but V2 couldn't be paused. That forced a whitehat rescue, an operation in which friendly hackers move vulnerable assets to safety before attackers can.
"All in all, we rescued 23,155 NFTs worth north of $5.7M USD," 0xQuit wrote. Owners will be able to reclaim them after revoking the approvals, according to 0xQuit.
But 660 wrapped Ethereum, or WETH, exposed to a reverse version of the exploit wasn't recovered in time.
Magic Eden dropped Ethereum and Bitcoin support in February to focus on Solana and its crypto casino, Dicey. It later wound down its multichain wallet.
The episode lands at a rough time for crypto users. Just yesterday, unknown hackers swiped more than $380 million in Ethereum and other crypto assets from the Bitget exchange in what is now the biggest crypto hack of the year.
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In brief Magic Eden warned that NFTs listed on its now-closed EVM marketplace between roughly February and October 2024 could be exposed to an exploit in Limit Break's Payment Processor V2. Yuga Labs' 0xQuit said a whitehat operation rescued 23,155 NFTs worth more than $5.7 million, but 660 WETH couldn't be recovered. Users should revoke the contract's approvals on Ethereum, Polygon and Base. Revoking won't return tokens that have already moved. Magic Eden may have left Ethereum behind, but some of its old users' NFTs were still exposed.
The marketplace warned Friday that NFTs listed on its EVM marketplace between roughly February and October 2024 could be affected by an exploit in Payment Processor V2, an NFT trading protocol built and maintained by Limit Break.
Myriad: Where does Ethereum go next? Click to make your prediction.EVM refers to Ethereum and the blockchains compatible with it. Magic Eden adopted the contract to settle trades in 2024, stopped using it that October and shut its EVM marketplace entirely in early 2026.
"No live Magic Eden listings were impacted in this exploit," the company said on X.
The problem lies in lingering approvals. When users list NFTs, they typically grant a contract permission to move them, and that permission stays active until it's revoked.
Magic Eden urged anyone who listed or traded on its EVM marketplace to revoke the V2 contract's "approved for all" permissions on Ethereum, Polygon, and Base using Revoke.cash. It noted that revoking won't return tokens that have already moved.
At 9AM EST today somebody abused a bug in Payment Processor V2 to steal 10 Meebits, 50 Otherdeeds, 10 WoW, and 235 Desperate Apewives.
It wasn't until over 12 hours later that somebody reported it to me, and upon digging in I realized that a great many NFTs were subject to the… pic.twitter.com/Vue8TUyMD2
— Quit (@0xQuit) September 25, 2026
Yuga Labs Vice President of Blockchain 0xQuit said an attacker used the bug to take 10 Meebits, 50 Otherdeeds, 10 World of Women NFTs, and 235 Desperate ApeWives. Limit Break paused Payment Processor V3, which had the same flaw, but V2 couldn't be paused. That forced a whitehat rescue, an operation in which friendly hackers move vulnerable assets to safety before attackers can.
"All in all, we rescued 23,155 NFTs worth north of $5.7M USD," 0xQuit wrote. Owners will be able to reclaim them after revoking the approvals, according to 0xQuit.
But 660 wrapped Ethereum, or WETH, exposed to a reverse version of the exploit wasn't recovered in time.
Magic Eden dropped Ethereum and Bitcoin support in February to focus on Solana and its crypto casino, Dicey. It later wound down its multichain wallet.
The episode lands at a rough time for crypto users. Just yesterday, unknown hackers swiped more than $380 million in Ethereum and other crypto assets from the Bitget exchange in what is now the biggest crypto hack of the year.
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XRP and DOGE showed latent losses significantly higher than those of bitcoin and Ethereum according to information provided by Santiment. Such a signal can therefore contribute to reducing the risk of profit-taking, however it does not guarantee a rebound after their new drop.
In brief XRP and DOGE show clearly negative 365-day MVRVs. Dogecoin shows stronger latent losses than XRP. Bitcoin, Ethereum and Chainlink remain slightly above zero. A negative MVRV can reduce pressure from profit-taking. However, this indicator alone is not enough to confirm a bottom. XRP and DOGE show the most negative MVRVs The 365-day MVRV of XRP is close to -11.75%, while that of dogecoin falls to -19.26%. These values indicate that investors who moved their tokens over the past year are recording, on average, an unrealized loss.
The situation is different for bitcoin, Ether, and LINK. Indeed, their 365-day MVRVs are slightly above zero. The investors concerned therefore retain a modest average profit despite the recent market volatility.
The data provided by Santiment reveal many significant gaps :
XRP’s MVRV is at -11.75% ; DOGE’s falls to -19.26% ; Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Chainlink remain slightly above zero ; XRP lost more than 7% in twenty-four hours ; DOGE dropped nearly 6.6% over the same period. Such figures place dogecoin in a more degraded situation than XRP. However, they do not signal that DOGE is immediately undervalued, as MVRV does not measure either a network’s revenues or its fundamental value.
A negative MVRV can limit profit-taking MVRV compares the current value of tokens at the time of their last movement on the network. A positive ratio means an average latent profit. Conversely, a negative value reveals that the observed cohort holds its assets at a loss.
Such a configuration can become favorable when most potential sellers no longer have significant profits to secure. Relative pressure from profit-taking then reduces. Some investors may also consider the correction an accumulation opportunity.
Santiment therefore estimates:
The deeper the losses compared to other assets, the more interesting the configuration can become.
However, the company indicates that a slightly positive MVRV does not immediately turn a crypto into a bad investment.
Regarding a negative ratio, it therefore does not precisely identify a floor. During a prolonged bear market, MVRV can remain below Zero for many weeks or even months. The price may also continue to fall before demand returns.
XRP and DOGE remain under pressure XRP traded around $1.48 after a daily correction exceeding 7%. According to analyst Ali Martinez, the $1.60 threshold remains decisive. A clear breakout would validate a setup targeting $2, an increase of nearly 25% from this resistance.
Such a forecast comes from technical analysis. It does not automatically arise from MVRV and assumes XRP regains buying volumes. The token also faces increased transfers made by large addresses to Binance.
Nearly 1.6 billion XRP have been transferred to the exchange in about thirty days, a six-month high. These transactions increase the amount available for trading, without proving that the holders involved are preparing sales.
DOGE also suffers a marked decline. Nevertheless, US spot ETFs collected nearly $909,650 of inflows on Monday, then about $1.2 million on Tuesday. The weekly total thus exceeds $2 million, still a modest amount compared to the token’s market cap.
The bullish signal still needs confirmation Above all, the weakness of the MVRV is a positioning indicator. It reveals that long-term investors have fewer profits to sell, however it does not provide any proof of an immediate return of demand.
For XRP, a reclaim of $1.60 would strengthen the recovery scenario. The market will also need to monitor ETF flows and reserves held on platforms. A continued increase in deposits on Binance would maintain selling pressure.
Regarding DOGE, recent inflows into ETFs provide initial support. However, these occur after the announcement of the closure of Bitwise’s BWOW fund, scheduled for October this year. The manager cites demand evolution and product line optimization.
The negative MVRV of XRP and DOGE could thus prepare a rebound if spot acquisitions increase. Without an improvement in volumes and the crypto market, these latent losses will remain an on-chain observation rather than a true reversal signal.
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Diplômé de Sciences Po Toulouse et titulaire d'une certification consultant blockchain délivrée par Alyra, j'ai rejoint l'aventure Cointribune en 2019. Convaincu du potentiel de la blockchain pour transformer de nombreux secteurs de l'économie, j'ai pris l'engagement de sensibiliser et d'informer le grand public sur cet écosystème en constante évolution. Mon objectif est de permettre à chacun de mieux comprendre la blockchain et de saisir les opportunités qu'elle offre. Je m'efforce chaque jour de fournir une analyse objective de l'actualité, de décrypter les tendances du marché, de relayer les dernières innovations technologiques et de mettre en perspective les enjeux économiques et sociétaux de cette révolution en marche.
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Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple and a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency market, made critical statements about XRP and altcoins.
Speaking at an event, the Ripple CEO made a noteworthy assessment regarding his long-term crypto investment strategy, pointing to the five largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization.
Ripple CEO’s Simple Crypto Strategy! Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has proposed a very simple strategy for those looking to invest long-term in the cryptocurrency market. According to Garlinghouse, investors could buy the five largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization and hold them for the next five years.
In evaluating this strategy, Garlinghouse stated that such an approach could yield “great results” for investors.
What are the Top Five Cryptocurrencies? The basket that Garlinghouse refers to consists of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether (USDT), BNB, and XRP, ranked according to their current market capitalization.
One of the notable points on the list is the inclusion of XRP in the top five. While XRP is the token of the Ripple ecosystem, Garlinghouse had previously stated that he did not define himself as an “XRP maximalist.”
Positive Opinion for Solana Too! Solana also held a significant place in Garlinghouse’s assessments. When asked why an investor should prefer XRP over Solana, Garlinghouse stated that he wasn’t trying to convince anyone to choose one over the other.
He even revealed that he himself owns a small amount of Solana and that he has a positive view not only of XRP but also of various cryptocurrencies for different reasons.
However, for various reasons, he stated that he does not see Solana as a direct competitor to XRP and that different crypto projects can be successful simultaneously.
Garlinghouse’s five-year strategy proposal suggests a basket approach consisting of assets with significant market capitalization rather than a single cryptocurrency, but it should be noted that these statements do not constitute investment advice.
Garlinghouse Explains Why He Has Confidence in XRP! Garlinghouse concluded by stating that he is very optimistic about XRP, saying that what truly determines a currency’s value over time is trust, usability, and transaction speed—in other words, how liquid it is.
He argued that the most liquid currencies tend to be the most valuable, stating that he sees liquidity as the primary reason people want to hold an asset.
At this point, Garlinghouse listed “trust, utility, speed, and liquidity” as the factors driving demand for XRP.
*This is not investment advice.
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