Cathie Wood: the dollar could rise sharply—here’s what investors should watch for
In short Cathie Wood expects a stronger dollar, which could put pressure on gold and other dollar-sensitive assets. The $4,000 gold level is crucial; a clear breakdown below it reinforces Wood’s expectations. Bitcoin is the wildcard after rising alongside the DXY in September. If that continues, the usual inverse relationship with the dollar could weaken. Read Cathie Wood’s original story: the dollar could rise sharply—here’s what investors should watch for at Kamina Bashir: nl.beincrypto.com
How Hamas moved more than $2 million via crypto and charity
In short The Treasury sanctions 3 people and 2 charities based in France for financing Hamas. Two France-based fundraisers sent al-Zaq hundreds of thousands in crypto, the Treasury reports. That same day, the DOJ also announced six arrests related to the network. Read the original story of How Hamas moved more than $2 million via crypto and charity with Kamina Bashir: nl.beincrypto.com
Goldman Sachs expects upside potential for 5 stocks
In short Goldman Sachs backs 5 stocks for the earnings season, four of which are trading lower this year. Nu Holdings falls almost 20% in 2026, but Goldman expects 71% upside. Baker Hughes is the only gainer of the five, with almost 23% in 2026. Read the original story by Goldman Sachs expects upside potential in 5 stocks by Kamina Bashir: nl.beincrypto.com
The datacenter revolt in America gains new support in Australia, Europe and Asia
In short Resistance to data centers is spreading from US cities to Australia, Europe and Asia. Goodman pauses Sydney project planned about 20 meters from homes. Delays in the securities market ran up in the first half of 2026 to nearly $200 billion. Read the original story of the datacenter revolt in America gets new support in Australia, Europe and Asia from Kamina Bashir: nl.beincrypto.com
Community bankers take the OCC to court over national trust charters for crypto companies
In brief ICBA sues the OCC on October 2 over national trust bank licenses for crypto companies. OCC approves 21 trust banks under Trump, of which at least 13 crypto companies. ICBA wants the 2026 rule, a 2021 OCC letter, and the approval of Protego to be declared invalid. Read the original story: community bankers are suing the OCC in court for national trust charters for crypto companies with Kamina Bashir: nl.beincrypto.com
The man behind the XRP lawsuit may soon get an AI role in the White House
In short Donald Trump reportedly considers Jay Clayton, who sued Ripple, for the role of AI czar. Clayton is now the director of National Intelligence and oversees the 18 agencies of the intelligence community. Clayton’s SEC sued Ripple in 2020 over $1.3 billion in unregistered securities sales. Read the original story: The man behind the XRP lawsuit may soon get an AI role in the White House by Luis Blanco: nl.beincrypto.com
Bitget hack update: XRP, Bitcoin and a North Korean link
In short Chainalysis links the $387 million Bitget theft to North Korean hackers. Attribution boosts North Korea’s crypto thefts in 2026 above $1 billion. Stolen XRP moved via a cross-chain protocol and comes out as Bitcoin. Read the original story of the Bitget hack update: XRP, Bitcoin and a North Korean link at Kamina Bashir: nl.beincrypto.com
Zcash ETF lost more than $93 million this week: is the rally for ZEC over?
In short Grayscale’s Zcash ETF loses $93.6 million in its first week of net outflows. The deal has erased about 30% of net inflows since the launch on August 25. Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and XRP ETFs also saw demand fall week over week. Read the original story of Zcash ETF: lost more than $93 million this week—has the rally for ZEC ended for Kamina Bashir: nl.beincrypto.com
In brief Jim Cramer expects no more strong earnings that investors are used to. JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, Citi and Wells Fargo report on October 14. FactSet data shows that analysts still expect 29.5% profit growth for the third quarter. Read the original story from Mad Money Jim Cramer warns investors in October
4 altcoins deliver double-digit % gains while most crypto falls at the start of October
In brief Pump.fun, Aave, Worldcoin and Sky post double-digit weekly gains as crypto falls. Aave V4 surpasses $1 billion in deposits, while Pump.fun PUMP continues to burn. Galaxy adds $100 million in Sky's sUSDS to its reserves and buys SKY. Read the original story of 4 altcoins delivering double-digit % gains while most crypto falls at the start of October at Kamina Bashir: nl.beincrypto.com
Crypto’s layoff list is growing: Anchorage Digital reportedly cuts 17% of its staff
In short Anchorage Digital is said to have laid off 17% of its staff this week. The cutbacks could affect around 68 positions, based on the 2025 headcount. Gemini, Coinbase, Dune, and Bitwise have also reduced staff this year. Read the original story of Crypto’s layoff list is growing: Anchorage Digital reportedly cuts 17% of its staff by Kamina Bashir: nl.beincrypto.com
Citadel: the biggest buyers on Wall Street are ready to buy more stocks in Q4
In short Citadel Securities: small investors return to U.S. stocks. Retail stock trading hit the lowest level of 2026 in September. Weak labor market and 5% Treasury yields could still spoil the gamble. Read the original story from Citadel: the largest buyers on Wall Street are ready to buy more stocks in Q4 from Lockridge Okoth: nl.beincrypto.com
Netflix stock loses almost 50% of its value in a year: will the decline continue
In short Netflix stock trades around $68, about half of its June 2025 high. The company’s co-CEO attributes slow growth to live events. Stock price meets strong resistance around $89. Is this level in sight, or will further decline follow? Read the original story: Netflix stock loses almost 50% of its value in a year—will the decline continue with Jakub Dziadkowiec: nl.beincrypto.com
Ethereum network Blast stops: who controls the last $51 million from users?
In brief Blast, a $2.2 billion Ethereum network in 2024, is stopping. Users have until October 26 to make withdrawals via the standard Blast app. Every 3 out of 5 critical holders can directly contract Blasts, changes, shows L2BEAT. Read the original story of the Ethereum network Blast stops: who controls the last $51 million from users? by Lockridge Okoth: nl.beincrypto.com
Tesla shares rise 6% after delivery record: will the numbers be proven right this time?
In short Tesla delivered 486,532 vehicles in Q3, about 24,600 more than analysts had expected. The Model 3 and Model Y drove the quarter, while other models fell short of expectations. Tesla sells 22,000 more cars than it built. Can the profit figures keep up? Read the original story of Tesla shares rise 6% after delivery record: will the numbers be proven right this time too? by Lockridge Okoth: nl.beincrypto.com