[Google Reveals North Korean Hackers Using Ethereum Technology to Steal Cryptocurrency] Google Threat Analysis Group (GTIG) has disclosed that the North Korea-linked hacker group UNC5324 is using 'Ethereum obfuscation' technology to carry out cryptocurrency theft and collect sensitive information. This technology was discovered for the first time being used to store malware on the blockchain, enabling anonymous manipulation of victim systems. The attack involves social engineering to trick developers into installing malware, affecting operating systems such as Windows, macOS, and Linux.

[Goldman Sachs Survey: Institutional Investors Favor Gold and AI Stocks] A Goldman Sachs survey shows that institutional investors are optimistic about stocks and gold. 25% of respondents prefer 'going long on gold,' marking the highest proportion for two consecutive months; 18% chose 'going long on AI stocks.' 52% of respondents are optimistic about the stock market, the highest level since December 2024. 55% are bullish on companies in the AI infrastructure sector, and the stock positions of the 'Tech Seven Giants' have reached their highest level since June 2024.

[Coinbase: Bitcoin May Exceed Expectations in Q4 Due to Macro Tailwinds] Coinbase stated on October 16 that despite the leverage flash crash on October 11, it remains optimistic about the crypto market in the fourth quarter. Strong liquidity, macroeconomic tailwinds, and regulatory progress are expected to support Bitcoin's performance beyond expectations. Furthermore, if the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates twice this quarter, it may prompt some money market fund capital to flow into the crypto market.

Upbit宣布将ZORA(ZORA)添加到多个服务中，包括多项交易服务，于2023-10-17 21:30（UTC+8）正式上线。 注意事项： - ZORA-Base 네트워크로만 입출금 가능하며, 다른 네트워크 사용 시 자산 손실 가능 - 거래 지원 이후 약 5분간 매수 주문 제한 및 전일 종가 대비 -10% 이하 가격의 매도 주문 제한 - 거래 지원 이후 약 2시간 동안 지정가 주문 외 모든 주문 타입 제한

[QMMM Suspended Trading, Hong Kong Headquarters Vacant] Caixin reports that the Nasdaq-listed company QMMM Holdings (NASDAQ:QMMM) was ordered by the SEC to suspend trading starting September 29, 2025, due to allegations of stock price manipulation, and trading has not resumed since. On October 16, Caixin visited its Hong Kong headquarters and found the office vacant. Employees of nearby companies stated that QMMM moved out in September, with its whereabouts unknown. QMMM went public in 2024, and its two subsidiaries, primarily engaged in media and animation production, are both registered in Hong Kong.