(opens original source in a new tab)The Hacker NewsColdcard Hardware Wallet Flaw Linked to $70 Million Bitcoin Theft in 41 MinutesAn attacker drained 1,196 Bitcoin addresses in 41 minutes on July 30, taking 1,082.65 BTC worth about $70.2 million at the time. Galaxy Research mapped the sweep and tied it to a firmware flaw in Coldcard, the Bitcoin-only hardware wallet made by Canadian firm Coinkite. A March 2021 firmware integration error routed seed generation to a deterministic software pseudorandom number generator (PRNG (opens original source in a new tab)info@thehackernews.com (The Hacker News)·1 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)CoinDeskTokenized stock trading surged 288% in July, but one QQQ token drove most of itWithout that QQQ token, QQQB, July volume for tokenized equities would be roughly $2.03 billion, about 30% below June’s total. (opens original source in a new tab)Francisco Rodrigues·1 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)CoinDeskBank of Italy research suggests stablecoins aren't necessarily cheaper for remittancesA mystery-shopping experiment found that exchange fees, foreign exchange spreads and banking rails mean stablecoin remittances are often no cheaper than traditional transfer means. (opens original source in a new tab)Jamie Crawley·1 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchThis $9 key physically locks your most addictive appsThis $9 NFC key requires you to physically scan it to unlock distracting apps on your phone. (opens original source in a new tab)Lauren Forristal·1 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)CoinDeskBitcoin mining difficulty shrinks 14% from this year's high as plunging revenues force operators to pivotDifficulty falls as weak mining economics reduce capacity, while forward markets signal little relief through year-end. (opens original source in a new tab)Francisco Rodrigues·1 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)CoinDeskSEC to review Nasdaq bitcoin options approval after CME challengeCME argues that because bitcoin is a commodity, options tied to its value fall under CFTC jurisdiction, not the SEC's authority. (opens original source in a new tab)Francisco Rodrigues·1 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchUber is building an autonomous vehicle empire, and here’s every company it’s using to do itUber has partnered with — and in some cases made direct investments in — about 30 autonomous vehicle companies over the past two years. Here's the list and the latest on the partnerships. (opens original source in a new tab)Kirsten Korosec·1 August 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaPure Electric Vehicle Brands Take Center Stage at Indonesia Auto ShowJAKARTA, Indonesia — The 33rd GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show opened at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition in BSD City with a clear signal that Southeast Asia is rapidly accelerating its transition toward zero-emission transportation. CleanTechnica arrived after the media day and rushed through filing these stories. Running through Aug. 9, ... [continued] The post Pure Electric Vehicle Brands Take Center Stage at Indonesia Auto Show appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)Raymond Tribdino·1 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchApps that help you break free from doomscrolling and get activeIf you’re looking to cut back on screen time and get a little more active, here’s a roundup of the apps that might help. (opens original source in a new tab)Lauren Forristal·1 August 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaHyundai Shows Neira Electric MPV Prototype in Indonesia Motor ShowJAKARTA, Indonesia — Hyundai Motor Co. unveiled its Neira prototype at the 2026 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show in Tangerang, signaling a major expansion of its electric vehicle strategy in Southeast Asia. Officially described by the South Korean automaker as a three-row family vehicle, the Neira is tailored specifically to ... [continued] The post Hyundai Shows Neira Electric MPV Prototype in Indonesia Motor Show appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)Raymond Tribdino·1 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchWhat’s the best handheld mini fan?From premium Shark and Dyson offerings to random Amazon devices, these mini fans will make your sweaty summer a little more managable. (opens original source in a new tab)Amanda Silberling·1 August 2026
