Coinbase has expanded into AI-powered derivatives trading, launching a 24/7 perpetual contracts service through Deribit on November 2. Eligible, verified users can link their accounts to external AI platforms under the Coinbase for Agents framework. The integration uses Deribit's liquidity and low-latency matching engines, and during Q3 2026, derivatives and prediction markets accounted for roughly 25% of total transaction revenue.
Virtuals Protocol also entered the AI trading space with a closed beta of its Virtuals App for Web. The app features a Butler AI tool that monitors macro data and security news to help traders with research and risk assessment. User feedback indicated a clear preference for AI-assisted decision-making rather than fully autonomous trading.
Snowflake is offering free foundational training through its Snowflake Practitioner program. The course runs over two days with 30 days of hands-on lab access, covering Data Analysts, Data Engineers, and Platform Administrators. The curriculum integrates Snowflake CoCo, the company's coding agent designed for data teams, and is available in both instructor-led and on-demand formats.
In enterprise AI governance, AvePoint launched the AvePoint Trust Platform, which gives organizations centralized visibility into AI agents, models, and tools. The platform adds governance controls, security monitoring, and cost management, supporting agents built with Anthropic Claude and integrating with Microsoft, Google, and Salesforce environments. Over 28,000 organizations currently use AvePoint's technology.
Intel is reportedly considering discontinuing its Arc B580 gaming GPU to shift focus toward higher-margin AI-centric products. The Arc Pro B50 and Arc Pro B60, which use the same BMG-G21 chip, target professional and AI workloads with higher VRAM capacity. The Arc B580 debuted at $249 but is currently out of stock at most retailers, while the Pro variants carry much higher price tags due to demand and rising VRAM costs.
On the lending front, Apollo has arranged deals with Nvidia, Anthropic, and SpaceX, lending over $350 billion in the past 12 months—a 50% increase from Q2. Apollo's lending volume now rivals major banks like HSBC and Citigroup. Apollo's Chief Economist noted that revenue per worker is rising for the Mag 7 but flat for the S&P 493.
Itch.io introduced a NoAI filter that lets users hide games using generative AI in their creative process. The tag appears under the AI Assistance tab on the Browse page. This move follows a similar announcement by Anthropic. By contrast, Steam does not currently offer easy ways to filter AI-generated content.
Cybersecurity concerns are growing as supermarket freezers across Europe become targets for cyberattacks. A major attack on October 12 hit freezers in 500 to 700 French supermarkets, raising temperatures to 50 degrees Celsius. Experts say these devices run outdated systems without security updates, and warn that AI will make such attacks worse by automating them at greater speed and scale.
Lovable CEO Anton Osika discussed how AI lowers barriers to starting businesses in a conversation with CNBC. He covered vibe coding, AI agents, and whether Europe can compete in the global AI race, reflecting a broader trend of AI tools empowering individual builders and small teams.
Key Takeaways
- Coinbase launched 24/7 AI-powered crypto derivatives trading via Deribit on November 2, with derivatives making up about 25% of Q3 2026 transaction revenue.
- Virtuals Protocol's Butler AI tool helps traders with research and risk assessment, with users preferring AI assistance over fully autonomous trading.
- Snowflake offers free foundational training through Snowflake Practitioner, including two-day instructor-led classes and 30 days of hands-on labs with Snowflake CoCo coding agent.
- AvePoint's Trust Platform governs AI agents across enterprises, supporting Anthropic Claude and integrating with Microsoft, Google, and Salesforce for over 28,000 organizations.
- Intel may discontinue the Arc B580 GPU at $249 to focus on AI-centric Arc Pro B50 and Pro B60 cards targeting professional workloads with higher VRAM.
- Apollo lent over $350 billion in 12 months—a 50% Q2 increase—with deals involving Nvidia, Anthropic, and SpaceX, rivaling major bank lending volumes.
- Itch.io added a NoAI filter to hide games using generative AI, following a similar move by Anthropic, while Steam lacks comparable filtering options.
- Cyberattacks on European supermarket freezers are rising, with a October 12 attack affecting 500-700 French supermarkets, and AI expected to accelerate such threats.
- Lovable CEO Anton Osika discussed AI lowering startup barriers and Europe's potential in the global AI race during a CNBC interview.
- SPAR framework achieved a 15.8% conversion lift in a live A/B test on 1688 with over 200,000 merchants, rated 4.62 out of 5 on sales quality.
Coinbase launches global derivatives trading for AI agents
Coinbase launched global derivatives trading powered by Deribit for eligible users. The feature lets traders connect Coinbase accounts to AI platforms for research, strategy creation, and trading. Perpetual contracts are available 24/7 with AI-powered market analysis tools. This integration aims to boost user engagement and trading efficiency on the platform.
Virtuals App launches AI research tools in closed beta
Virtuals Protocol launched the Virtuals App for Web in closed beta. The app includes a Butler AI tool that helps traders with research and risk assessment. Butler monitors macro data and security news to provide insights. User feedback showed a preference for AI assistance rather than fully autonomous trading.
Coinbase introduces 24/7 AI crypto derivatives trading via Deribit
Coinbase launched AI-driven 24/7 crypto derivatives trading on November 2 for eligible traders. Verified users can link accounts to external AI platforms under the Coinbase for Agents framework. The system uses Deribit for liquidity and low-latency matching engines. During Q3 2026, derivatives and prediction markets made up about 25% of total transaction revenue.
Snowflake Practitioner offers free role-based training
Snowflake launched Snowflake Practitioner, a free foundational training course for customers and partners. The program includes instructor-led classes over two days and 30 days of hands-on lab access. Training covers three roles: Data Analysts, Data Engineers, and Platform Administrators. The course also integrates Snowflake CoCo, its coding agent for data teams.
Snowflake launches free AI data training for users
Snowflake introduced Snowflake Practitioner, a free training course available in instructor-led and on-demand formats. The course provides 30 days of hands-on lab access and a two-day curriculum. It serves Data Analysts, Data Engineers, and Platform Administrators with shared lectures and role-specific labs. The training includes Snowflake CoCo, the company's coding agent for data teams.
SPAR framework boosts B2B sales with experience-based learning
SPAR is a new self-evolving framework designed for multi-session B2B sales. It improves on single-session AI sales agents by carrying forward context and refining strategies from past experience. A double-loop architecture adapts to individual merchants while evolving a shared strategy playbook. In a live A/B test on the 1688 platform with over 200,000 merchants, SPAR achieved a 15.8% conversion lift and 35.8% high-intent merchant growth. Domain experts rated SPAR 4.62 out of 5 on overall sales quality.
Supermarket freezers across Europe become targets for cyber attacks
Supermarket freezers and fridges in Europe are increasingly being hacked, causing food to spoil and raising concerns about food infrastructure security. A major cyberattack on October 12 hit freezers in 500 to 700 French supermarkets, raising temperatures to 50 degrees Celsius. Experts believe the devices are easy targets because they run on old systems that no longer receive security updates. Cybersecurity experts warn that AI will make these attacks worse by automating them at greater speed and scale. No group has claimed responsibility for the attacks so far.
Intel may discontinue Arc B580 to focus on AI-focused GPUs
Intel is reportedly considering discontinuing its Arc B580 gaming GPU to focus on higher-margin AI-centric products. The Arc Pro B50 and Arc Pro B60 use the same BMG-G21 chip and target professional and AI workloads with higher VRAM capacity. The Arc B580 debuted at $249 but is currently out of stock at most retailers. The Arc Pro B50 and Pro B60 are priced much higher due to demand and soaring VRAM prices. Intel has not issued any official notice about discontinuing the Arc B580.
China warns EU over trade approach after kill switch threat
China warned the European Union not to expect that taking a hard line would force it into concessions. The EU confirmed plans for a new kill switch mechanism that would allow Brussels to immediately remove China from the single market. This is one of seven global relations highlights from October 2026 reported by the South China Morning Post. The article also covers topics including China's AI developments, a football player's mistake, and Ukraine hopes. The full stories were reported by SCMP overseas correspondents.
Itch.io adds NoAI filter to combat AI-generated game content
Itch.io introduced a new filtering option that lets users hide games using generative AI. The NoAI tag appears on the Browse page under the AI Assistance tab and filters out games that use generative AI in their creative process. Many users on Bluesky celebrated the new feature. Steam does not currently provide easy ways to filter AI-generated content, requiring users to scroll to the bottom of game pages to find AI disclosure information. The move follows a similar announcement made by Anthropic a few days earlier.
Apollo's AI Lending Now Matches Major Banks
Apollo has lent over $350 billion in the last 12 months, a 50% increase from the second quarter. Its lending now rivals that of large banks like HSBC and Citigroup. Apollo has arranged deals with companies like Nvidia, Anthropic, and SpaceX. Apollo Chief Economist noted that revenue per worker is rising for the Mag 7 but flat for the S&P 493.
Lovable CEO Says AI Lowers Business Startup Barriers
Lovable CEO Anton Osika discussed how AI makes it easier to build apps and start businesses. He spoke with CNBC's Arjun Kharpal about how Lovable evolved from an app-building platform into a broader business tool. The conversation covered vibe coding, AI agents, the future of developers, and whether Europe can compete in the global AI race.
AvePoint Launches Trust Platform for AI Governance
AvePoint launched the AvePoint Trust Platform to help organizations govern and secure AI across enterprise environments. The platform provides centralized visibility into AI agents, models, and tools while adding governance controls, security monitoring, and cost management. It supports agents built with Anthropic Claude and integrates with Microsoft, Google, and Salesforce environments. Over 28,000 organizations use AvePoint's technology.
Sources
- Coinbase Launches Global Derivatives Trading for AI Agents
- Virtuals App Unveils Enhanced AI Research Tools for Traders
- Coinbase Launches 24/7 AI-Powered Crypto Derivatives Trading Through Deribit
- Snowflake Practitioner Offers Free Role-Based Training
- Snowflake launches free AI data training for users
- SPAR: Experience-Driven Strategy Evolution in Multi-Session B2B Sales
- Why are supermarket freezers being hacked across Europe?
- Intel Might Discontinue Arc B580 To Focus On Higher-Margin AI-Centric Products Such As Arc Pro B50
- China’s AI ‘shock’, EU ‘kill switch’, Mbappe fiasco: 7 global relations reads
- PC Games Storefront Does What Valve Won’t, Takes Action Against AI Slop
- Apollo’s Record AI Lending Begins to Rival Banking Giants
- Lovable CEO says AI is collapsing barriers to starting a business
- AvePoint Launches Trust Platform to Strengthen AI Governance, Security, and Cost Optimization
Comments
Please log in to post a comment.