Sep 28, 2026 · 6 min listen · Last updated September 28, 2026
From storyflo. This is your daily audio brief. Hey, Dex here. September 28th. What actually moved in crypto — five stories, no hopium. Let's get into it. First, from Cryptobriefing. Scammers steal over $2M by creating fake GIWA blockchain. The incident highlights the urgent need for improved blockchain security measures and verification processes to prevent similar scams.
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Scammers steal over $2M by creating fake GIWA blockchain
The incident highlights the urgent need for improved blockchain security measures and verification processes to prevent similar scams. The post Scammers steal over $2M by creating fake GIWA blockchain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
South Korea weighs legalizing crypto market makers after JPYC trades at 4 times its peg on Upbit
South Korea's regulatory reassessment could stabilize crypto markets, fostering investor confidence and potentially boosting market participation. The post South Korea weighs legalizing crypto market makers after JPYC trades at 4 times its peg on Upbit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Vitalik Buterin Says Next Year's Hegota Will Be Ethereum's Last ‘Normal' Fork
Ethereum (ETH) co-founder Vitalik Buterin expects next year’s Hegota upgrade to be the network’s last conventional fork. He said the work after it would involve advanced cryptography and quantum-safe designs. Buterin set out the view in a September 27 essay on his personal blog. In it, he compared Ethereum in 2015, 2025, and 2030 with the original Bitcoin (BTC) whitepaper. Buterin pointed to the Strawmap, a draft long-term Ethereum roadmap, when placing Hegota in the schedule.
Vitalik Buterin says Hegotá could be Ethereum’s last ‘normal’ fork
Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin said PeerDAS marked the start of Ethereum’s transition “from being just a blockchain to being something much more powerful.” Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said Ethereum’s Hegotá upgrade could be the network’s last “normal” fork before development shifts toward technologies that include recursive STARKs, automated formal verification, optimized consensus and quantum-safe cryptography.
Binance Wallet lets users pay gas fees in USDT across four major networks
Binance Wallet's USDT gas fee option simplifies crypto transactions, potentially increasing user adoption and reducing reliance on native tokens. The post Binance Wallet lets users pay gas fees in USDT across four major networks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Newsom signs California ban on public officials issuing memecoins
California Governor Gavin Newsom just signed a law that bans public officials from issuing memecoins. The move comes amid growing concerns about the potential for scams and the lack of regulation in the crypto space. It’s a clear signal that lawmakers are trying to establish some boundaries in an industry that can sometimes feel like the Wild West.
This ban could impact how local governments engage with crypto projects, especially those that might look to capitalize on trends rather than substance. It’s a reminder that while innovation is welcome, there’s a need for accountability too.
For listeners who want low-fee crypto exposure, our markets partner Kraken supports Ethereum — link in show notes.
Visa Survey Finds US Stablecoin Interest Jumps to 56% With Bank-Style Safeguards
Fifty-six percent of Americans say they’d use stablecoins if they had bank-level fraud protection and deposit insurance, according to Visa’s recent study. That’s a big jump from 36% when those safeguards aren’t considered. Interestingly, the interest in stablecoins soared to 74% in Latin America under the same conditions.
Trust is a major factor, with 64% of respondents saying it’s more about who offers the payment method than the tech itself. When tied to established financial providers, willingness to use stablecoins increased to 45%. Yet, over half of those surveyed had never even heard of stablecoins, and many mistakenly think they’re as volatile as Bitcoin.
Fraud concerns are prevalent, with a quarter of global senders experiencing issues. In the U.S., more than a third reported fraud encounters, and many are wary of AI deepfakes. Interestingly, 45% of Americans would accept a 24-hour delay on transfers for better security.
Visa is positioning itself well in this space, being a founding validator on Circle’s Arc blockchain and handling over 90% of stablecoin card transactions. With dollar stablecoins totaling around $312 billion in circulation, it’s clear there’s a growing appetite for these assets.
For listeners who want low-fee crypto exposure, our markets partner Kraken supports USDC — link in show notes.
XRP, Gram (GRAM), Near Protocol (NEAR) and Bitcoin (BTC) Price Analysis for September 28: Outstanders Stay Relevant
XRP is trading around $1.537, showing resilience after a brief consolidation. It’s holding above key support levels at $1.45–$1.50, with a bullish structure intact as it aims for the $1.65–$1.70 barrier. The momentum looks solid, and buyers are likely to step in on dips.
GRAM has bounced back to $1.63, breaking above its 50- and 100-day averages, now testing the declining 200-day average at $1.60. This could signal a trend reversal, but a close above that level is crucial for confirmation.
Bitcoin is holding steady near $84,900 after a pullback from $87,400. The overall trend remains bullish, with solid support at $80,000–$81,000. It looks like a healthy consolidation, and if it stays above those levels, it could retest the highs soon.
NEAR has skyrocketed over 200% to about $5.20, but it’s deeply overbought, with the RSI in the high 70s. This rapid rise could lead to a correction or consolidation, so keeping an eye on the $4.00–$4.20 breakout zone is key to maintaining its bullish structure.
For listeners who want low-fee crypto exposure, our markets partner Kraken supports XRP — link in show notes.
A $202 billion US Treasury settlement hits September 30, and it could trigger a surprise move in Bitcoin
A $202 billion U.S. Treasury coupon settlement on Sept. 30 will test overnight financing at quarter-end. The Federal Home Loan Bank of New York says the market is calm for now but warns that net new supply could lift repo borrowing rates. Whether that pressure reaches Bitcoin is a separate, unobserved question. The Treasury calendar puts a reopened 10-year inflation-protected bond and two-, five- and seven-year notes on Wednesday's settlement date.
Zano rolls blockchain back a month after Gateway Address exploit
The Zano blockchain has been restarted at the block height that came immediately before Hard Fork 6, which introduced Gateway Addresses. Zano has rolled back approximately a month of blockchain history after a vulnerability involving Gateway Addresses allowed unauthorized ZANO and Freedom Dollar to enter circulation, according to its core team. The Zano blockchain has been restarted at block 3,833,000, immediately before Hard Fork 6, which introduced the affected feature.