Oct 2: Bitget Hack Drives Q3 Crypto Security Losses Past $1.26 Billion
Evernorth Shareholders Approve $1B XRP Treasury Deal, Clearing Path to · Near Intents Hacked for $3.8M Days After Blocking Bitget Attacker · Bitcoin ETFs See $103M Inflow as Uptober Begins, Reversing Outflows
Market Snapshot
BTC: $86,810 (+3.67% 24h) | ETH: $2,755.18 (+2.32% 24h) | SOL: $122.56 (+4.42% 24h)
ETF Inflow: US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $103 million in net inflows on October 1, 2026, reversing a previous outflow and kicking off the month with renewed institutional interest.
Top Stories
- Bitcoin ETFs See $103M Inflow as Uptober Begins, Reversing Outflows
- Bitget Hack Drives Q3 Crypto Security Losses Past $1.26 Billion
- Evernorth Shareholders Approve $1B XRP Treasury Deal, Clearing Path to Nasdaq Debut
- Near Intents Hacked for $3.8M Days After Blocking Bitget Attacker
Key Takeaways
- Institutional demand for Bitcoin remains strong, with ETFs reversing outflows and posting significant inflows to start October.
- Crypto security incidents are accelerating, with Q3 2026 losses up over 50% from the previous quarter, driven by large-scale exchange and protocol breaches.
- Altcoin-focused treasury vehicles like Evernorth are testing public market appetite, but face headwinds from volatile token prices and underwater early investors.
- Cross-chain and smart contract vulnerabilities continue to expose platforms to high-impact exploits, reinforcing the need for enhanced security measures.
What to Watch
All eyes are on Evernorth's Nasdaq debut on October 8, which will provide a key test for altcoin treasury products in public markets. Security remains a top concern, with ongoing investigations into both the Bitget and Near Intents hacks likely to influence industry standards and investor sentiment. ETF flows will be closely monitored for signs of sustained institutional momentum—or a potential reversal—across both Bitcoin and major altcoins.