Four-hour briefing · 4 items
Fintech Briefing: Surging Crypto Exploit Losses, EU Regulatory Scrutiny, and Digital Asset Risk Controls
- Crypto Hacks Surpass $768 Million in September
Crypto hacks topped $768 million in September, recording the worst single month for exploits in 2026.
- EU Inquires Into Continued Binance Operations
The European Union has questioned Binance regarding its ongoing operations in the bloc despite a wind-down order.
- Sentora Morpho Vaults Suffer Sharp Outflows
Sentora's Morpho vaults experienced sharp capital outflows in the wake of an incident involving MetaMask staking.
- Risk Checklist Outlined for Crypto Token Buyback Programs
Projects planning token buybacks must verify sustainable funding, set execution rules, address accounting and legal issues, and determine the fate of repurchased tokens. Proper structuring is required to mitigate governance conflicts, treasury strain, and regulatory exposures.
Crypto Hacks Surpass $768 Million in September
Crypto hacks topped $768 million in September, recording the worst single month for exploits in 2026.
EU Inquires Into Continued Binance Operations
The European Union has questioned Binance regarding its ongoing operations in the bloc despite a wind-down order.
Sentora Morpho Vaults Suffer Sharp Outflows
Sentora's Morpho vaults experienced sharp capital outflows in the wake of an incident involving MetaMask staking.
Risk Checklist Outlined for Crypto Token Buyback Programs
Projects planning token buybacks must verify sustainable funding, set execution rules, address accounting and legal issues, and determine the fate of repurchased tokens. Proper structuring is required to mitigate governance conflicts, treasury strain, and regulatory exposures.