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Layer 1 crypto news from TLT: 5 original briefs, each synthesised from across 50+ outlets, cross-checked for agreement on the key figures, enriched with live market data and Bitcoin-timestamped for provenance. The latest Layer 1 developments are below — updated hourly, with the data context no single outlet carries.

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TechnologyOctober 28, 2026·1 min read 4 sources
Initia Blockchain Halted After $2.7M Exploit via MoveVM Vulnerability

An attacker exploited a MoveVM bug to mint unauthorized tokens and steal $2.7 million from the Initia network.
TechnologyOctober 26, 2026·1 min read 3 sources
Ritual Launches AI-Powered Layer 1 Blockchain for Autonomous Agents

Ritual Chain aims to enable intelligent software to operate independently on a decentralized network.
TechnologyOctober 26, 2026·1 min read▼ 3.4% since 3 sources
BNB Chain Unveils New L1 Roadmap Without Separate Token

BNB Chain's new Layer 1 plan aims for 200ms block times and a 2027 launch, using existing BNB token.

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TechnologyOctober 26, 2026·1 min read▼ 2.8% since 5 sources
BNB Chain to Launch New Layer 1 Network Alongside BSC

BNB Chain is expanding its ecosystem with a new Layer 1 blockchain that will operate in parallel with the existing Binance Smart Chain (BSC).

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TechnologyOctober 23, 2026·1 min read 3 sources
Initia Network Halted After $2.6M Token Minting Exploit

The Initia blockchain suspended operations following an attack exploiting an infinite token minting vulnerability.

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