KLEA Crypto Daily: Friday, October 03, 2025

Published: October 4, 2025 – 00:03 UTC

Here’s a look back at the key stories from October 03, 2025.

Discord Discloses September 20 Security Breach Involving Third-Party Customer Support

Discord has revealed a security breach on September 20 involving third-party customer support services, potentially impacting data such as names, usernames, email addresses, limited payment info, IP addresses, and messages exchanged with customer service.

Tether Taps Antalpha to Build $200M Tokenized Gold Vehicle

Tether is collaborating with Antalpha to raise at least $200 million for a new digital asset treasury focused on tokenized gold, utilizing Tether Gold (XAU₮) backed by bullion held in Swiss vaults. This move reflects Tether's expansion into gold amid increasing demand for blockchain-based gold offerings.

Japan’s Gumi Adds Bitcoin and XRP to Core Balance Sheet Strategy

Gumi Inc. has allocated $13.5 million from its recent investment round to acquire more Bitcoin and XRP, expanding its Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) strategy to generate revenue through core holdings and integration with blockchain and gaming platforms. The company views Bitcoin as a safe, long-term store of value and a means of borrowing money.

FDIC to Review Rule That May Shape Banks’ Crypto Relationships

The FDIC is set to discuss a rule following acting chair Travis Hill’s support for Trump’s executive order targeting “politicized or unlawful debanking activities,” potentially impacting banks' relationships with cryptocurrencies.

Moonbirds to Launch Birb Token on Solana Amid NFT Resurgence

Following its acquisition by Orange Cap Games, Moonbirds is about to launch its BIRB token, with the collection’s total trading volume climbing over 1,000% in 90 days.

SEC Staff Provides Important Custody-Related Regulatory Relief for Registered Investment Advisers and Regulated Funds

On September 30, 2025, the SEC Staff issued a no-action letter clarifying how SEC-registered investment advisers and regulated funds can custody crypto assets in compliance with regulatory provisions, impacting the investment management industry significantly.

Samsung Brings Coinbase Access to 75M Wallet Users in Latest Crypto Embrace

Samsung is making it easier for U.S. device owners to buy crypto via Coinbase, expanding access to cryptocurrency for millions of users through its Galaxy Wallet integration, marking a significant step in mainstream adoption.

Bitcoin Surges to $121,000, Sparking Optimism for Altseason

Bitcoin's rally to $121,000 in early October has reignited optimism in the market for a bullish Q4 and a potential altseason. Bitunix Exchange listing DoubleZero Coin (2Z) further adds to the enthusiasm, offering users a new project at the forefront of the market cycle.

Ethereum Briefly Hits Two-Week High of $4,500

Ethereum saw a surge to a two-week high of $4,500, prompting analysts to monitor if digital asset treasuries will resume accumulating Ethereum. The price movement signals potential further growth in the near future.

Bitcoin Holds Gains Above $110,000 Amid Breakout Potential

Bitcoin is trading around $120,530, showing a bullish but cautious outlook as it tests critical resistance zones. Analysts suggest that sustaining support near $110,500 could lead to further upside momentum, while technical indicators send mixed signals on potential pullbacks.

Binance Announces 49th HODLer Airdrops Project Morpho (MORPHO)

Binance introduces the 49th HODLer Airdrops project, Morpho (MORPHO), rewarding eligible BNB holders with MORPHO tokens. Trading for MORPHO begins on October 3, 2025, with various trading pairs available, including USDT, USDC, BNB, FDUSD, and TRY.

BTCC Exchange Crosses 10 Million Users: Head of Operations Alex Hung on Building for the Long Term

BTCC, one of the world’s longest-operating cryptocurrency exchanges, has surpassed 10 million registered users worldwide. Head of Operations Alex Hung discussed the milestone and BTCC's strategic vision for sustainable Web3 infrastructure development.

Fluence Launches Global and Affordable GPU Compute for AI

Fluence has introduced GPU compute for AI workloads, offering cost efficiency and flexibility as an alternative to traditional centralized cloud providers. This expansion aims to address rising compute costs for AI projects and provide direct access to high-performance hardware at lower costs.

Coinbase Expands DEX Capabilities Through 1inch Collaboration

Decentralized finance aggregator 1inch has integrated its swap application programming interface directly into the Coinbase app, enhancing non-custodial trading for users. This collaboration significantly expands DeFi accessibility through Coinbase.

Ray Dalio Doubts Any Central Bank Would Take On Bitcoin As Reserve Currency

Billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio expressed skepticism about central banks adopting Bitcoin as a reserve currency due to privacy concerns and potential government controls. Despite acknowledging Bitcoin as an "alternative money," Dalio remains cautious about its widespread adoption.

Source: KLEA News