Here’s what happened in crypto today October 8, 2026, 2:29 pm
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Netflix drops trailer for series based on FTX’s SBF and Caroline Ellison October 8, 2026, 2:17 pm
Sam Bankman-Fried remains in federal prison following his 2023 conviction, while Caroline Ellison was released in January.
IMF warns tokenized markets could amplify financial risks October 8, 2026, 12:25 pm
The global financial institution found tokenized equity markets less liquid and more volatile than traditional markets, despite growing demand for 24/7 trading.
Bitcoin nears 3-week low as oil heads higher on Iran strike woes October 8, 2026, 11:55 am
Bitcoin dipped below $81,000 and oil prices gained after reports that military confrontation between the US and Iran could return.
US government moves $1B in seized Bitcoin after $770M transfers October 8, 2026, 11:24 am
Blockchain analysts identified the US government wallet tied to the recovery of funds from the Bitfinex hack.
‘No going back’ for institutions moving toward tokenized onchain future, says Fidelity October 8, 2026, 9:42 am
Tokenization offers structural advantages to financial institutions and helps asset managers reach new markets, according to Fidelity’s head of digital asset strategists.
Crypto lending rises again… but have they solved the risks? October 8, 2026, 9:30 am
Crypto lending has risen by 55% since July, but now has to deal with the dangers of AI assisted hacks, and risks cascading through interlinked protocols. Here’s how to stay safe.
EU lawmakers push crypto onto anti-corruption agenda October 8, 2026, 8:54 am
MEPs also called for stronger asset recovery, while the Commission plans to adopt its first anti-corruption strategy by the end of this year.
Sui’s Hashi to launch with $500M in Bitcoin finance commitments October 8, 2026, 8:03 am
Hashi has more than $500M in commitments ahead of mainnet launch, while Anchorage offers institutions settlement and self-custody.
US government moves $770M of seized Bitcoin to Coinbase Prime October 8, 2026, 7:03 am
The US government moved 9,261 Bitcoin to Coinbase Prime, including 2,456 BTC in newly discovered funds pointing to federal law enforcement seizures.