Monet Painting Sells for $56 Million in France
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/22/arts/design/claude-monet-painting-auction-paris.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/22/arts/design/claude-monet-painting-auction-paris.html
Nytimes
Monet Painting Sells for $56 Million in France
The artwork, titled โIris,โ is among the painterโs later works, which wealthy collectors have coveted in recent years.
New York demands $1.3B from NovaTech and 11,000 victims face delay
https://cryptoslate.com/new-york-demands-1-3b-from-novatech-and-11000-victims-face-delay/
https://cryptoslate.com/new-york-demands-1-3b-from-novatech-and-11000-victims-face-delay/
CryptoSlate
New York demands $1.3B from NovaTech and 11,000 victims face delay
New York seeks $1.367 billion from NovaTechโs founders as separate promoter settlements show the gap between legal obligations and victim payouts.
JST Buyback & Burn Upgrade: GasFree Revenue and $20.34M Surplus Injected as JUSTโs Ecosystem Trio Solidifies JST Token Value
https://cryptoslate.com/jst-buyback-burn-upgrade-gasfree-revenue-and-20-34m-surplus-injected-as-justs-ecosystem-trio-solidifies-jst-token-value/
https://cryptoslate.com/jst-buyback-burn-upgrade-gasfree-revenue-and-20-34m-surplus-injected-as-justs-ecosystem-trio-solidifies-jst-token-value/
CryptoSlate
JST Buyback & Burn Upgrade: GasFree Revenue and $20.34M Surplus Injected as JUST's Ecosystem Trio Solidifies JST Token Value
JST buyback and burn upgrades add GasFree revenue and $20.34 million in surplus funds, backed by a $50 million reserve and on-chain execution by JUST DAO.
Ethereum staking yield is losing to cash rates, so why are investors still lining up?
https://cryptoslate.com/ethereum-staking-yield-is-losing-to-cash-rates-so-why-are-investors-still-lining-up/
https://cryptoslate.com/ethereum-staking-yield-is-losing-to-cash-rates-so-why-are-investors-still-lining-up/
CryptoSlate
Ethereum staking yield is losing to cash rates, so why are investors still lining up?
Ethereum staking barely beats euro term deposits, yet 1.38 million ETH is queued. Here's why investors still accept the risk.
How Trump Gave the Worst Polluters a Free Pass
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/climate/trump-epa-chemical-air-pollution.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/climate/trump-epa-chemical-air-pollution.html
Nytimes
How Trump Gave the Worst Polluters a Free Pass
The president temporarily waived clean-air rules for industrial facilities that spew cancer-causing gases. Then his appointees worked to gut the regulations altogether.
5 Takeaways From Our Investigation of Trumpโs Waivers for Polluters
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/climate/takeaways-trump-waivers-chemical-pollution.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/climate/takeaways-trump-waivers-chemical-pollution.html
Nytimes
5 Takeaways From Our Investigation of Trumpโs Waivers for Polluters
Chemical plants and other industrial facilities had been required to curb their toxic emissions. A New York Times investigation shows how they got out of it.
Attention, Passengers: High Airfares May Be Here to Stay
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/business/airlines-ticket-prices.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/business/airlines-ticket-prices.html
Nytimes
Attention, Passengers: High Airfares May Be Here to Stay
Ticket prices jumped after fuel costs spiked because of the war with Iran, but airlines say even an end to the conflict will not bring fares back down quickly.
U.S. Clarity Act failure gives Asia and Middle East a competitive edge, says Apex Group CEO
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/10/24/u-s-clarity-act-failure-gives-asia-and-middle-east-a-competitive-edge-says-apex-group-ceo
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/10/24/u-s-clarity-act-failure-gives-asia-and-middle-east-a-competitive-edge-says-apex-group-ceo
Coindesk
U.S. crypto delays hand digital asset advantage to Asia and Middle East, says Apex Group CEO
The CEO of the $3.5T asset service provider highlighted how regulatory gridlock in Washington helps regions like the Middle East build the next generation of tokenized financial products.
C.E.O.s Say the A.I. Rollout Is Going Well. Employees Feel Differently.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/business/dealbook/ceos-say-the-ai-rollout-is-going-well-employees-feel-differently.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/business/dealbook/ceos-say-the-ai-rollout-is-going-well-employees-feel-differently.html
Nytimes
C.E.O.s Say the A.I. Rollout Is Going Well. Employees Feel Differently.
Surveys show workers and executives have different views on A.I.
Bitcoinโs wealthy holders turning to loans and yield as investment habits mature: Xapo CEO
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Leader in cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, blockchain, DeFi, digital finance and Web 3.0 news with analysis, video and live price updates.
Noah Adams, Longtime Host of โAll Things Considered,โ Has Died at 84
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/business/media/noah-adams-dead.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/business/media/noah-adams-dead.html
Nytimes
Noah Adams, Longtime Host of โAll Things Considered,โ Has Died at 84
A postmanโs son from Kentucky, he worked hard to lose his accent but never forgot his Appalachian roots. โThe best stories come from west of the Potomac,โ he said.
Senator probes Tetherโs reported $6 million payments to ex-White House crypto adviserโs firm
https://cryptoslate.com/senator-probes-tethers-reported-6-million-payments-to-ex-white-house-crypto-advisers-firm/
https://cryptoslate.com/senator-probes-tethers-reported-6-million-payments-to-ex-white-house-crypto-advisers-firm/
CryptoSlate
Senator probes Tetherโs reported $6 million payments to ex-White House crypto adviserโs firm
Senator Richard Blumenthal is seeking records on Tether's reported payments to Nxum, a firm co-owned by former White House crypto adviser Bo Hines.
Arthur Hayes exits crypto trading positions as analysts track $26 million in sales
https://cryptoslate.com/arthur-hayes-exits-crypto-trading-positions-as-analysts-track-26-million-in-sales/
https://cryptoslate.com/arthur-hayes-exits-crypto-trading-positions-as-analysts-track-26-million-in-sales/
CryptoSlate
Arthur Hayes exits crypto trading positions as analysts track $26 million in sales
Arthur Hayes says he exited Maelstromโs directional crypto book as EmberCN tracks about $26 million in token sales.
Six Flags to Add Seatbelts on Roller Coasters After Riderโs Death
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/business/six-flags-death-roller-coaster-seat-belt.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/24/business/six-flags-death-roller-coaster-seat-belt.html
Nytimes
Six Flags to Add Seatbelts on Roller Coasters After Riderโs Death
The company said that all Six Flags rides and attractions would undergo safety reviews, as the park operator faces lawsuits over safety concerns.
Kraken drops Monero spending questions but keeps a $1,500 rolling 30-day withdrawal cap for individuals
https://cryptoslate.com/kraken-drops-monero-spending-questions-but-keeps-a-1500-rolling-30-day-withdrawal-cap-for-individuals/
https://cryptoslate.com/kraken-drops-monero-spending-questions-but-keeps-a-1500-rolling-30-day-withdrawal-cap-for-individuals/
CryptoSlate
Kraken drops Monero spending questions but keeps a $1,500 rolling 30-day withdrawal cap for individuals
Kraken withdrew disputed Monero questionnaires. Individual XMR withdrawals remain capped at $1,500 per rolling 30 days where XMR is supported.
Circleโs new USDC auctions let institutions collect the fees others pay to cash out
https://cryptoslate.com/circles-new-usdc-auctions-let-institutions-collect-the-fees-others-pay-to-cash-out/
https://cryptoslate.com/circles-new-usdc-auctions-let-institutions-collect-the-fees-others-pay-to-cash-out/
CryptoSlate
Circleโs new USDC auctions let institutions collect the fees others pay to cash out
Circle Match uses hourly auctions to pass matched USDC redemption fees to minters as rebates, with conditional fills and bank-hour limits on payouts.
Firedancer makes bounty hunters burn 1 SOL even for duplicate bug reports
https://cryptoslate.com/firedancer-makes-bounty-hunters-burn-1-sol-even-for-duplicate-bug-reports/
https://cryptoslate.com/firedancer-makes-bounty-hunters-burn-1-sol-even-for-duplicate-bug-reports/
CryptoSlate
Firedancer makes bounty hunters burn 1 SOL even for duplicate bug reports
Firedancer requires a non-refundable 1 SOL burn for bug-bounty eligibility, even for duplicates. Later reports can still earn discretionary rewards.
Ethereumโs RWA Dominance Slips as Solana, BNB Chain, Stellar, and Avalanche Gain Ground: Data
https://zycrypto.com/ethereums-rwa-dominance-slips-as-solana-bnb-chain-stellar-and-avalanche-gain-ground-data/
https://zycrypto.com/ethereums-rwa-dominance-slips-as-solana-bnb-chain-stellar-and-avalanche-gain-ground-data/
ZyCrypto
Ethereumโs RWA Dominance Slips as Solana, BNB Chain, Stellar, and Avalanche Gain Ground: Data
The RWA market is evolving rapidly, according to a new report shared today by institutional platform GSR.
Evernorth CEO Explains Why He Chose XRP Over Bitcoin
https://zycrypto.com/evernorth-ceo-explains-why-he-chose-xrp-over-bitcoin/
https://zycrypto.com/evernorth-ceo-explains-why-he-chose-xrp-over-bitcoin/
ZyCrypto
Evernorth CEO Explains Why He Chose XRP Over Bitcoin
In the interview, Evernorth's CEO explained why his company chose XRP over Bitcoin, saying that XRP investments have greater capabilities on-chain.
Strategy, Strive face balancing act between bitcoin buying and preferred stock dividends
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/10/24/strategy-strive-face-balancing-act-between-bitcoin-buying-and-preferred-stock-dividends
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/10/24/strategy-strive-face-balancing-act-between-bitcoin-buying-and-preferred-stock-dividends
Coindesk
Strategy (MSTR), Strive (ASST) must balance bitcoin (BTC) purchases, preferred stock dividends
The securities have financed purchases of nearly 136,000 bitcoin, opening a funding channel that analysts expect to complement the larger ETF market.