KLEA Crypto Daily: Friday, October 02, 2026

Published: October 3, 2026 – 00:10 UTC

Key stories from October 02, 2026.

U.S. SEC Proposes Custody Framework for Cryptocurrency Assets

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed a new custody framework aimed at addressing regulatory gaps for cryptocurrency assets held by investment advisors and funds. This initiative reflects the growing demand for clearer compliance pathways in the digital asset space, as existing regulations are largely outdated and focused on traditional assets.

Bitcoin Surges Above $87,000 Following Weak US Jobs Report

Bitcoin's price surged past $87,000 after the release of a disappointing U.S. jobs report, which has lowered expectations for an interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve. The report revealed only 29,000 jobs were added in September, significantly below forecasts, contributing to a bullish sentiment in the cryptocurrency market.

IMF Approves $138 Million Loan for El Salvador Following Bitcoin Waiver

The International Monetary Fund has approved a loan of $138 million for El Salvador, contingent upon the country's commitment to limit its Bitcoin holdings. This decision reflects the IMF's ongoing concerns regarding the risks associated with cryptocurrency investments in the nation, particularly following its controversial adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender.

U.S. Treasury Designates Russian A7 Network as Transnational Criminal Organization

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has officially designated the Russian A7 Network as a significant transnational criminal organization, targeting its crypto and fiat transfers. This move aims to combat international financial crime and includes proposed rules to prohibit U.S. entities from engaging in transactions involving the network's sub-agent companies.

South Korea Opens $5 Trillion Market to Tokenized Stocks, Bonds in 2027

South Korea is preparing to regulate the transition of stocks, bonds, funds, and fractional securities onto blockchain infrastructure starting February 2027. This move is expected to significantly impact the traditional financial market by integrating it with blockchain technology.

Aave Urges EU to Rethink MiCA Rules for DeFi and Stablecoins

Aave Labs has called on the European Commission to revise its MiCA regulations to better differentiate decentralized protocols from traditional financial intermediaries. This appeal could significantly influence the regulatory landscape for DeFi and stablecoins in Europe.

Source: KLEA News