CFA Report Pegs US Crypto Fraud Losses at $80.7B

Bitcoin Core developers decided to reverse their decision to deprecate the user configurability of OP_RETURN's default datacarriersize just before the release of Core version 30 (v30). This change, which was merged into the master branch via GitHub, was seen as a victory for Knots node operators who opposed the deprecation.

CoinShares, a European digital asset manager, will acquire Bastion Asset Management to enhance its actively managed crypto strategies and support U.S. expansion. The deal, subject to UK regulatory approval, aims to combine passive and active management for a more complete investor suite.

Sei, a Layer-1 blockchain, has expanded into Asia by leveraging Japan's licensing regime and partnerships with global institutions. With approvals secured in Japan, Sei is listed on Binance Japan and OKX Japan, benefiting from Circle's USDC deployment and tokenization efforts by Apollo through Securitize.

Sygnum, in partnership with Starboard Digital, has introduced the BTC Alpha Fund, offering 8%-10% annual returns in Bitcoin through arbitrage strategies. The fund, domiciled in the Cayman Islands, targets professional and institutional investors seeking exposure to Bitcoin's price movements while generating yield.

Binance co-founder CZ issued an alert after the official X account for BNB Chain was compromised. A fraudulent link promising fake rewards was posted, prompting investigations by the teams. Phishing attempts aim to deceive users and steal their digital assets.

Tron Inc., a TRX treasury company, has experienced a significant decline since its mid-June peak, with a 55% drop in September alone. The company, listed on Nasdaq, is down 85% from its June 20 peak of $12.80, facing challenges similar to other crypto treasury firms.

The crypto market is experiencing modest losses, with 82% of the top 100 coins down, but September is on track to end positively. Bitcoin and Ethereum are showing slight gains, while altcoins like Cardano and Dogecoin are struggling. Traditional markets are mixed, with gold climbing and Bitcoin maintaining a bullish trend.

Kentucky Sen. Brandon Smith, CEO of Mohawk Energy, faces legal cases involving misrepresentation and breach of contract in relation to the company's pivot to Bitcoin mining services. Smith has denied the allegations and filed counterclaims against the plaintiffs, remaining optimistic about the future of the crypto industry.

The Sandbox is launching SANDChain, a creator-focused blockchain on an Ethereum layer-2 network, aiming to empower creators to own their content, generate revenue, and manage communities independently. SANDChain will utilize SAND token and three value layers to support creators financially and enhance utility.

The concept of "Uptober" in the crypto market is based on Bitcoin historically having positive gains in October, with 2017 and 2021 being standout years. Analysts believe that September's market weakness sets the stage for potentially significant gains in October.