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OpenAI Increases GPT-6.1 Sol Default Context Length to 500,000 Tokens

OpenAI has raised the default context length for GPT-6.1 Sol from 272,000 to 500,000 tokens when accessed through Codex and ChatGPT Work. The 80% increase aims to reduce context compaction and improve performance for tasks requiring sustained retention of large information sets over extended periods. Users retain the ability to manually adjust context settings, with GPT-6.1 Sol supporting a maximum capacity of 1 million tokens. OpenAI Codex head Tibo Sottiaux confirmed that the default context length is scheduled for further increases in future updates.
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Ledger Flex Added to CryptoBilis Tampering Cases as SlowMist Warns Wider Device Risk

SlowMist founder Cos revealed that a Ledger Flex device has been identified in ongoing investigations linked to the CryptoBilis dealer tampering incident. While the Ledger Nano X was previously the primary device associated with these cases, this development suggests the compromise may extend beyond a single model. Cos warned that Ledger's mainstream hardware wallet series could potentially be affected by tampering at the Southeast Asian dealer CryptoBilis. Ledger has confirmed that all verified incidents to date involve devices sold through this specific distributor, though the scope of affected models appears to be widening based on new forensic findings.
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FLOP Labs Confirms Testnet Launch in Coming Weeks Following Token2049

FLOP Labs has confirmed that its testnet is scheduled to ship within the next few weeks. The development team resumed full operational capacity following participation in the Token2049 conference, where strategic planning for the project was advanced throughout the event. The announcement signals an imminent milestone for the FLOP ecosystem as the team transitions from planning to deployment. The testnet launch will serve as a critical testing phase before the network's broader public release.

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AVAX Surges 49.7% in Four Weeks, Outpacing Bitcoin and Ether

Avalanche (AVAX) gained 49.7% over the 28-day period ending October 11, 2026, significantly outperforming major cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin rose 9% and Ether increased 2.3% during the same timeframe, according to CoinGecko data. Despite a 1.7% decline in the final week, AVAX maintained its lead as the top performer among the three assets. The rally highlights continued strength in alternative Layer-1 tokens even as broader market gains remained more moderate.

AVAX +6.22% BTC +0.92% ETH +1.22%
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Coinbase Fine-Tuned Qwen3.5-9B Outperforms Frontier Models in Anti-Fraud Tasks

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced that the exchange fine-tuned the open-weight Qwen3.5-9B model using proprietary internal data, achieving superior performance on specialized anti-fraud tasks compared to leading frontier models. The customized model delivered a 9.60% higher F1 score while reducing end-to-end latency by 55%, offering both cost and speed advantages. Armstrong noted that while frontier models excel as generalists, specialized models dominate granular applications. Coinbase has streamlined internal fine-tuning processes for employees and indicated that this new architecture may fully replace certain backend services in the future.
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AlexAuroraDev: Open Systems Protecting Thieves Cannot Sustain Value

AlexAuroraDev argues that fully open systems protecting thieves will fail to achieve transformative impact. He asserts that ledger entries cannot maintain value if they can be stolen without consequences, challenging the viability of permissionless architectures lacking accountability mechanisms. The statement highlights a fundamental tension between openness and security in blockchain design. According to this view, economic value requires enforceable property rights, suggesting that systems prioritizing absolute permissionlessness over theft prevention may undermine their own utility and long-term adoption prospects.
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Amazon in Talks to Acquire AI Startup Decart for $7 Billion

Amazon is reportedly in negotiations to acquire artificial intelligence startup Decart for approximately $7 billion. Decart develops software enabling developers to switch workloads between different AI chips, addressing a key infrastructure challenge in the rapidly evolving AI sector. The potential deal follows Decart's $300 million funding round completed in May at a $4 billion valuation. Anthropic previously conducted due diligence on acquiring the startup for about $6 billion but ultimately abandoned those efforts. Current negotiations between Amazon and Decart have not yet resulted in a final agreement.
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Fiscal Dominance Explained: Impact on US Taxpayers

The term "fiscal dominance" has gained significant traction across news outlets and social media platforms as discussions regarding US monetary policy intensify. The concept refers to a macroeconomic environment where fiscal policy objectives take precedence over central bank independence, potentially altering traditional inflation and debt management dynamics. A new analysis breaks down this complex economic framework into accessible terms, specifically focusing on how fiscal dominance directly affects the average US taxpayer. The article examines the practical implications of shifting government spending priorities and debt servicing costs on individual financial outcomes within the current economic landscape.
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Supreme Court Urged to Classify Sports Prediction Markets as State-Regulated Gambling

Multiple amicus briefs filed last week urge the Supreme Court to resolve a circuit court split by ruling that sports-related prediction markets constitute gambling products subject to state regulation rather than federal CFTC oversight. Two appellate courts have previously classified these platforms as gambling, while the Third Circuit ruled 2-1 that the CFTC holds jurisdiction over sports-linked swaps and prediction markets. Former Senator Chris Dodd argued in a filing that the Dodd-Frank Act was never intended to grant the CFTC authority to supersede state gambling regulations. The brief contends that sports parlays do not facilitate hedging or price discovery and lack the financial or economic consequences required to qualify as swaps under the Commodity Exchange Act, directly challenging the Third Circuit's distinction between derivatives and sports wagers.
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NEAR Intents Developer Defends Shield Against Centralization Concerns

AlexAuroraDev addressed concerns that blocking stolen funds on NEAR Intents introduces centralization, asserting that no single party can halt transaction execution within the protocol. The developer clarified that the system's architecture prevents unilateral control over user intents. The Shield mechanism is currently configured to block only transactions deemed "100% bad," distinguishing targeted security measures from broader censorship capabilities. This approach aims to mitigate illicit activity while maintaining the decentralized execution guarantees of the NEAR Intents framework.
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Bitcoin Reclaims $84,000 Level

Bitcoin has reclaimed the $84,000 price level, marking a significant recovery for the leading cryptocurrency. The asset successfully pushed back above this key threshold in the latest market movement. This milestone underscores renewed buying pressure and potential stabilization around the $84,000 mark as traders monitor subsequent price action for confirmation of trend continuation.

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Ledger Confirms All Draining Cases Linked to CryptoBilis Reseller

Ledger has confirmed that all verified fund draining cases are exclusively linked to devices purchased through reseller CryptoBilis, while direct sales remain unaffected. The hardware wallet manufacturer stated that the security breach is isolated to this specific distribution channel. Users who purchased Ledger devices from CryptoBilis and have already set up their wallets are urged to immediately transfer assets to a new seed phrase. Ledger emphasized that simply replacing the hardware device without generating a new seed will not secure funds, as the original keys remain unchanged and potentially compromised.
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Liquid Bitcoin Redemptions Remain Frozen Amid 603 BTC Reserve Shortfall

Liquid has confirmed that Bitcoin redemptions remain suspended despite the resumption of transfers, as reserves were approximately 603 BTC short on October 11. The platform stated that redemption services will only resume once full backing is restored and security reviews are completed. While transfer functionality has been reinstated, users cannot currently redeem Bitcoin through the Liquid network. The company emphasized that both complete reserve coverage and finalized security audits are mandatory prerequisites before normal redemption operations can restart.

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8 hours ago

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Aurora Dev Promises 'Lambo-Sized' Bug Bounties to Discourage Protocol Exploits

AlexAuroraDev is urging security researchers to report vulnerabilities through official bug bounty programs rather than exploiting protocols, offering payouts substantial enough to purchase a Lamborghini. The appeal targets would-be hackers directly, positioning legitimate disclosure as a more profitable and ethical alternative to unauthorized attacks. The initiative highlights the growing reliance on high-value incentives to secure decentralized infrastructure. By matching potential exploit gains with competitive bounties, the project aims to align researcher interests with protocol safety and prevent undisclosed breaches.
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Clarity Act Failure Spurs Agency Action and Crypto M&A Wave

The failure of the Clarity Act has prompted proactive regulatory moves from the CFTC and SEC, with industry executives predicting this agency-led approach will accelerate commercial opportunities more effectively than stalled legislation. The CFTC is seeking feedback on leveraged retail crypto trading rules and a new market registration category, while the SEC’s October 1 custody proposal would allow state trust companies and advisers to safeguard client assets. Despite these advances, unleveraged spot trading still lacks comprehensive federal oversight beyond anti-fraud powers. Industry leaders view the current regulatory momentum as favorable for near-term growth, with KBW reporting that agency actions are already unlocking mergers and acquisitions across digital assets and traditional finance. Bitwise anticipates increased protocol adoption of token buybacks following SEC clarifications that have boosted investor confidence.
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PaperTrade Restricts Onchain Exposure Following Alleged Price Manipulation

PaperTrade has tightened trading limits and restricted new exposure onchain and through relayers following allegations of price manipulation. The platform implemented these measures to mitigate risk after identifying suspicious market activity affecting its ecosystem. Reports suggesting a trader was blocked from closing positions remain unconfirmed at this time. PaperTrade has not provided further details regarding the specific nature of the alleged manipulation or the duration of the newly imposed restrictions.
9 hours ago

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Crypto Market Liquidations Hit $65.5M in 24 Hours as Longs and Shorts Get Squeezed

Cryptocurrency futures markets saw $65.54 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours, with losses nearly evenly split between long and short positions. Long positions accounted for $32.32 million in liquidations, while short positions totaled $33.22 million, according to CoinGlass data. Bitcoin and Ethereum liquidations remained relatively contained at $3.07 million and $4.51 million respectively. The single largest liquidation event occurred on Hyperliquid's STRK-USD perpetual contract, totaling $786,900.

BTC +0.92% ETH +1.22% HYPE +1.37% STRK +18.86%
9 hours ago

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Phemex Crypto Market Daily: STRK Surges 44% Ahead of US CPI Test (Oct 11)

Key Takeaways:
1. Macro Environment US September CPI is forecast at 3.6% as the Fed weighs another rate hike amid 24-year high Treasury yields near 5.24%. The UK sanctioned crypto services Cryptomus, Heleket and TokenSpot for facilitating illicit financing linked to Russia's wartime economy. China’s State Council called for a national blockchain network integrating real and digital economies, signaling state-led infrastructure investment. 2. Crypto Market Crypto markets showed mixed performance with BTC at $83,063 (+0.24%) and ETH at $2,504 (+0.03%) consolidating after $681M in weekly ETF outflows. L2 and modular sectors led gains as STRK surged 43.93%, TIA rallied 19.55%, and APT climbed 11.81% on tokenomics overhauls and ecosystem upgrades. Broader altcoins remained subdued with SOL -0.58%, DOGE -0.77%, and XRP -0.60% reflecting cautious positioning ahead of macro catalysts. 3. Today's Outlook NEAR Protocol holds an issuance cut vote today that could reduce token inflation and influence staking economics if approved by governance participants. PUMP unlocks $38.82M tomorrow alongside XRPN’s Nasdaq listing, creating potential sell pressure and volatility in meme-related assets. IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings begin Monday with Fed Chair Warsh speaking Wednesday, setting the stage for US CPI data on October 14.

APT +3.98% BTC +0.92% DOGE +1.13% NEAR +11.43% PUMP +2.25%
10 hours ago

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Trump Announces Immediate 'Energy Ceasefire' in Russia-Ukraine War

President Trump announced an immediate "energy ceasefire" in the Russia-Ukraine war, declaring that both sides have agreed to halt attacks on energy infrastructure. The agreement takes effect immediately and mandates that neither party cause damage to critical energy facilities. The declaration marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict, establishing a mutual commitment to protect energy assets from further destruction. Both Russia and Ukraine have consented to the terms of this targeted cessation of hostilities focused specifically on energy sector stability.
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XRP Ledger Patches Critical Minting Bug That Could Have Created 18.45 Trillion Tokens

The XRP Ledger has disclosed and patched a critical minting vulnerability that researcher Cayden Liao identified could have generated approximately 18.45 trillion XRP through a single trigger. The security flaw was resolved on September 25 following responsible disclosure. Investigators confirmed there is no evidence the bug was exploited on the public network prior to the fix. The disclosure indicates the vulnerability has been fully mitigated, ensuring the integrity of the XRP supply remains intact.

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OpenAI Increases GPT-6.1 Sol Default Context Length to 500,000 Tokens

Ledger Flex Added to CryptoBilis Tampering Cases as SlowMist Warns Wider Device Risk

FLOP Labs Confirms Testnet Launch in Coming Weeks Following Token2049

AVAX Surges 49.7% in Four Weeks, Outpacing Bitcoin and Ether

Coinbase Fine-Tuned Qwen3.5-9B Outperforms Frontier Models in Anti-Fraud Tasks

AlexAuroraDev: Open Systems Protecting Thieves Cannot Sustain Value

Amazon in Talks to Acquire AI Startup Decart for $7 Billion

Fiscal Dominance Explained: Impact on US Taxpayers

Supreme Court Urged to Classify Sports Prediction Markets as State-Regulated Gambling

NEAR Intents Developer Defends Shield Against Centralization Concerns

Bitcoin Reclaims $84,000 Level

Ledger Confirms All Draining Cases Linked to CryptoBilis Reseller

Liquid Bitcoin Redemptions Remain Frozen Amid 603 BTC Reserve Shortfall

Aurora Dev Promises 'Lambo-Sized' Bug Bounties to Discourage Protocol Exploits

Clarity Act Failure Spurs Agency Action and Crypto M&A Wave

PaperTrade Restricts Onchain Exposure Following Alleged Price Manipulation

Crypto Market Liquidations Hit $65.5M in 24 Hours as Longs and Shorts Get Squeezed

Phemex Crypto Market Daily: STRK Surges 44% Ahead of US CPI Test (Oct 11)

Trump Announces Immediate 'Energy Ceasefire' in Russia-Ukraine War

XRP Ledger Patches Critical Minting Bug That Could Have Created 18.45 Trillion Tokens