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Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, lost $6.3 billion in what is suspected to be the largest hack in history, with the FBI identifying North Korean state-backed group TraderTraitor as the culprit. The exchange has covered 90% of the losses and plans to resume.
GitLab disclosed an attempted exploitation of CVE-2026-97229, Polymarket halted trading for an hour due to a third-party monitoring tool compromise, and Bunny CDN reported a security incident. These events underscore ongoing vulnerabilities in software supply chains.
Sir Patrick Stewart, best known for his role as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation, had a career spanning seven decades, earning multiple Emmys and Golden Globes. He also became a prominent advocate against domestic abuse, sharing his own childhood.
She has stated that she will do it again. The case may influence local ordinances and public discourse on the regulation of autonomous delivery devices in cities.
It raises urgent questions about school safety and bullying intervention for vulnerable students. Reports indicate this development may affect near-term policy, market, or operations decisions.
Six women accusing Russell Brand of rape and sexual assault spanning from 1999 to 2009 gave evidence at Southwark Crown Court. Prosecutor Riel Karmy-Jones KC argued the accusers have no motive for fame and were not led by media reporting.
TechCrunch suggests last-minute costumes like a deceptively cute AI agent icon and a PHP vulnerability, while celebrities such as Lisa Rinna as Kylie Jenner and Paris Hilton as Britney Spears lead the 2026 Halloween trends.
A Thai man was sentenced to 34 years in prison for dressing as Harry Potter and criticizing the monarchy, violating Thailand's lèse majesté law. Since 2020, Thailand has prosecuted 294 people under this law, with sentences reaching up to 50 years.
Back-to-back relegations to the third tier of English football are increasing, with Burnley potentially becoming the third club in recent years after Luton Town and Leicester City.
Democrat Mary Peltola's campaign allegedly recruited a second candidate named Dan Sullivan to split votes from Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan. The Justice Department has issued subpoenas, and the Trump administration has filed a lawsuit to block certification if the incumbent.
Pope Leo XIV, the Chicago-born pontiff, became the first pope to vote in a US election by mailing in a ballot for the midterm elections from the Vatican. He has a tense relationship with former President Trump.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick confirmed Bruno Fernandes will remain captain ahead of Saturday's trip to Chelsea. The club is also linked with Eddie Howe as potential manager, while former players analyze the team's ongoing struggles.
The Celebrity Traitors finale aired on October 30, 2026, with live coverage from BBC and Guardian plus a dedicated quiz from BBC News. Google Trends data confirms sustained global search interest across multiple outlets.
More than 43 million ballots have been cast in the U.S. midterm elections, with Hispanic voters driving early turnout in battleground counties. Kentucky and Indiana have released early voting data as Louisville opens multiple polling locations.
North Korean hackers allegedly stole $6.3 billion from Binance in a 20-minute attack, potentially the largest crypto hack ever. Binance and authorities have frozen billions in stolen crypto.
Binance is attempting to recover $6.3 billion stolen in a complex cyber-attack linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, believed to be the largest hack of its kind. Blockchain intelligence firms and experts like TRM Labs have attributed the attack to the elite hacking unit.
Google's stock hit a six-month low after revealing AI search summaries are hurting ad revenue, wiping $500bn in market value. Meanwhile, Nvidia's strong earnings failed to boost its stock, with analysts warning of a potential drop to $180.
At least 69 people died near Toledo when a Renfe AVE high-speed train rear-ended a stalled Iryo train after the signalling system failed. Leaked audio between drivers and the control centre appears to show controllers clearing the AVE to move forward despite the other train.
Alaska Republican Governor Mike Dunleavy has ordered a criminal investigation into Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola's campaign after a report alleged it recruited a candidate named Dan Sullivan to confuse voters and draw support from the Republican incumbent, also named.
With 85% of votes counted, Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing bloc is projected to win 53 seats in the 120-seat Knesset, while the opposition bloc has 48 and Palestinian parties have 19, leaving no party with the 61 seats needed for a majority.
Chancellor John Healey promised to reduce the welfare bill before the next election, taking a tough stance on young people who refuse job or training support. The OBR projects disability benefits will reach £100bn annually by 2030.
Sir Patrick Stewart, known for his roles in Star Trek: The Next Generation and X-Men, died at his Los Angeles home on October 29, 2026, after a battle with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia. He was 86.
DoorDash announced it will acquire Instacart for $17 billion, merging two major delivery platforms. The deal expands Instacart's store network from 100,000 to 150,000 locations.
Russell Brand, 51, testified at Southwark Crown Court that his use of fame to pursue sex was wrong, while his wife defended him as a kind father. He faces multiple charges including three counts of rape, three of sexual assault, and one of attempted indecent assault.
The New York Times reported that former President Trump was briefed but took no action. If China can successfully infiltrate the leadership of the world's most valuable chip company, it could cripple US AI dominance and national security.
At least 68 people died when a high-speed train rear-ended another near Toledo, Spain, derailing carriages and causing the country's deadliest rail disaster since 2013. Survivors described being thrown through carriages in the split-second impact.
Apple has announced a new MacBook Pro with a touchscreen OLED display, starting at $2,899. Early hands-on reports praise the vibrant OLED screen and responsive touch interface.
President Donald Trump announced a $1 million reward for reporting voter fraud in past or upcoming elections, contingent on arrest and conviction. Meanwhile, a California election official said federal agents threatened him with prosecution after he refused to act on a flawed.
Valve has responded to reports of developers receiving extortion emails threatening AI-generated clones of their games on Steam. The company is investigating the issue and working on measures to protect developers from these threats.