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Sui’s Hashi to launch with $500M in Bitcoin finance commitments
Mysten Labs’ Hashi Bitcoin finance network will begin a phased rollout in October with more than $500 million in capital commitments from its launch partners.
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CMORG holds sector-wide cloud outage simulation exercise
The Cross-Market Operational Resilience Group (CMORG) yesterday (8 October 2026) completed its biennial simulation exercise, known as SIMEX26, focused this year on a global cloud services disruption.
Compliance / Regulation
SONIA Group Prioritizes 09:00 Publication Time Amid Extended CHAPS Hours Review
SONIA Stakeholder Advisory Group reviews extended CHAPS settlement hours and data collection powers. Members prioritize keeping the 09:00 benchmark publication time despite proposed 24/7 operations. Market remains stable with £55bn daily volumes, while funds increase overnight allocations amid geopolitical tensions.
Research / Macro
David Roberts CV and questionnaire for the Treasury Select Committee
Published for the Treasury Select Committee
Research / Research
Starknet Opens Non-Binding Vote on Potential Move to Independent Post-Quantum Layer 1
Starknet opens a non-binding vote for STRK holders to explore becoming an independent post-quantum Layer 1. The poll, closing Oct. 22, signals support for research only, citing urgent quantum risks and dependencies on Ethereum's slower upgrade schedule.
Compliance / Regulation
White House Crypto Council Chief Patrick Witt Resigns, Leaving Staff Vacancy
Patrick Witt, executive director of the White House Crypto Council, resigned to join the private sector, leaving the council without any remaining staff. His departure follows the exits of David Sacks and Harry Jung, occurring after the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act failed to advance in the Senate.
Research / Research
Bitcoin Falls Below $81K as Hot Inflation Data Revives Fed Rate Hike Bets
Bitcoin dipped below $81,000 after U.S. inflation data revived Fed rate hike bets. Analysts cite slowing ETF and corporate treasury demand alongside macro pressures, expecting a $76,000-$83,000 range until the October 28 Fed decision.
Compliance / Regulation
Solana Activates Alpenglow Oct 21, Cutting Finality to 150ms
Solana activates Alpenglow on Oct 21, cutting finality to 150ms. Validators will now vote off-chain, causing reported TPS to drop despite unchanged user activity. The update improves fault tolerance but marks only phase one of a two-part upgrade.
Compliance / Regulation
HEX Token Loses $160M Market Cap Following Founder Richard Schueler Detention in Istanbul
HEX token sellers erased $160M in market cap after reports of founder Richard Schueler's detention in Istanbul. The token fell nearly 30% amid seizures of assets, reviving concerns over his past legal issues including Interpol notices and a dismissed US SEC lawsuit.
Research / Research
Zcash Drops 11% After Leverage Unwind and AI Encryption Concerns
Zcash fell 11% to an $18.5 billion market cap after a leverage-driven sell-off. Analysts cite forced liquidations and emerging concerns about AI breaking encryption as key factors, despite the token remaining up 460% since March.
Perspectives / Perspectives
Troy Cross: Bitcoin Checks Government Money Printing via Citizen Refuge
Philosopher Troy Cross argues Bitcoin checks government money printing by offering a citizen refuge, forcing fiscal honesty. He predicts academics will adopt it last, citing high essay engagement and a need to clarify Bitcoin's distinct brand from broader crypto confusion.
Crypto / Crypto
Wellington-Altus Strategist James Thorne Says Bitcoin Enters Generational Supercycle
Wellington-Altus strategist James Thorne argues Bitcoin is entering a generational supercycle, marking the end of its traditional four-year pattern. He cites changing market structures and parallels to commodities cycles to support this thesis.