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Daily Crypto News Digest – Oct 15, 2026
The newsletter reports that Q3 2026 crypto hacks caused $1.18 B in losses, with 77% ($906 M) linked to compromised suppliers and developer tools; major incidents include Bitget ($387 M), Liquid ($320 M) and Tectonic ($120 M). Australia’s ASIC opened a consultation on capital, custody and trading standards for crypto platforms, with feedback due Nov 27 and final rules expected March 2027. The European Banking Authority classified Circle’s USDC as a “significant” e‑money token under MiCA, placing it under joint oversight. Additional commentary notes concerns about “bunker mode” crypto defenses and potential quantum threats.