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Bitcoin nears all-time highs as futures gap fills; strong US reserve expected, and El Salvador buys more.

China targets US analog chips in counter to Trump move on SMIC-linked firms

Cryptopolitan - On Saturday, China’s Ministry of Commerce kicked off an anti-dumping investigation into American analog integrated circuit chips, accusing U.S. companies of selling at unfairly low prices. That same day, a second investigation was launched over what Beijing called discriminatory U.S. actions against Chinese semiconductor firms. The announcement came less than 24 hours before Chinese and […]

Bitcoin Price Unfazed at $116K Despite Trump’s Latest Threats Against Russia and China

CryptoPotato - BTC sits close to its 3-week high marked earlier today.

Bitcoin News: Bitcoin All-Time Highs Expected in ‘2–3 Weeks’ as Price Hits $117K Futures Gap

Binance News - Key TakeawaysBitcoin closed a CME futures gap at $117,000, signaling market strength.Analysts warn that reclaiming this level as support is crucial to avoid dips below $108,000.Traders see new all-time highs (ATHs) in the next 2–3 weeks, driven by ETF inflows and Fed rate cut expectations.Bitcoin Fills $117K Futures GapBitcoin (BTC) climbed to $116,800 on Bitstamp on Saturday, with futures markets briefly hitting $117,320 and filling a long-standing CME gap from late August.The gap, created during a weekend sell-off around Aug. 23, has been gradually closed over the past three weeks. Traders now view this move as a critical inflection point.“If BTC fully reclaims this level, the doors towards the new ATH will open,” said crypto investor Ted Pillows. He cautioned, ...

Trump pushes NATO to lead coordinated economic strikes on Russia, China

Cryptopolitan - Donald Trump is demanding immediate action from NATO and America’s G-7 allies. In a public message posted on Truth Social, the U.S. President said he’s ready to hit Russia with heavy sanctions, but only if all NATO countries commit fully and stop buying Russian oil. “NATO’S commitment to WIN has been far less than 100%,” […]

Web3 needs to rely on Web2 to survive

CoinTelegraph - Web3’s mass adoption depends on embracing Web2 infrastructure, not replacing it. Gradual integration builds trust and accelerates mainstream acceptance.

Digital Asset Stocks Diverge: Circle Rises and MicroStrategy Stalls

BeInCrypto - Digital Asset stocks split this week as spot prices stayed flat, with sharper signals emerging from public companies holding digital assets. Research firm 10x Research said the sector is dividing between constrained incumbents and new winners. Premiums that once fueled growth have compressed, raising stress risks as liquidity shifts. Treasuries Down, Businesses Rebound Bitcoin’s flat The post Digital Asset Stocks Diverge: Circle Rises and MicroStrategy Stalls appeared first on BeInCrypto.

Major publisher accuses Google of not playing fair with AI web crawler tactic

Cryptopolitan - People CEO Neil Vogel has criticized web crawlers, accusing Google, the technology heavyweight, of being a bad actor. According to reports, the CEO of the publishing firm that operates over 40 brands accused Google of crawling websites to support its AI products. People, formerly known as Dotdash Meredith, is a publisher that operates brands like […]

XRP OI Soars Stunning 8.6% as Price Goes Parabolic

U.Today - XRP price shows signs of a massive rebound amid a broader crypto market rally

UK's Starmer prepares to host Trump as Epstein, tax scandal clouds loom overhead

Cryptopolitan - Donald Trump is flying into the UK on Tuesday for his second state visit as president, but the timing could not be worse for Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The trip, already controversial, now collides with two scandals inside Starmer’s government that are shaking Downing Street. His ambassador to Washington, Peter Mandelson, was just fired over […]

Twerk From Home Aims to Become the UFC of Exotic Dancing—With a Crypto Boost

Decrypt - Twerk From Home wants to “legitimize and professionalize” exotic dancing as a sport—and crypto bros can gamble on it.

XRP Surpasses Citigroup as Market Cap Tops $188 Billion

U.Today - XRP has recently seen buying pressure

Dogecoin Explodes to 7-Month High But Its Bullish Breakout Is Yet to Melt Faces

CryptoPotato - DOGE jumped by 13% in the past day alone.

Bitcoin all-time highs due in ‘2-3 weeks’ as price fills $117K futures gap

CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin market forecasts see the chance for BTC price action to pass current all-time highs next thanks to a combination of demand and bull market patterns.

‭Staying Afloat: How Bitcoin Miners Can Adapt to Stormy Market Conditions‬‭

BeInCrypto - Amid record difficulty and shrinking revenue, Bitcoin miners are rethinking strategies, from smarter operations and grid partnerships to expanding into HPC and AI for long-term survival. The post ‭Staying Afloat: How Bitcoin Miners Can Adapt to Stormy Market Conditions‬‭ appeared first on BeInCrypto.

China Advances Data Security in Automotive Industry

Binance News - According to PANews, Li Jianguo, Deputy Director of the Digital Technology and Infrastructure Construction Department at the National Data Bureau, emphasized the importance of balancing data development and security. He highlighted the need to accelerate the establishment of a comprehensive security management mechanism covering the entire data lifecycle in the automotive industry, including data collection, transmission, storage, processing, and destruction. Li also advocated for the application of privacy protection computing and blockchain technologies to ensure trusted data circulation within the industry.

Ethereum Golden Cross: Why Traders Are Watching Closely

cryptoDNES - A golden cross is one of the most widely followed bullish chart patterns in technical analysis. It happens when a shorter-term moving average, such as the 50-day, crosses above a longer-term average like the 200-day. The post Ethereum Golden Cross: Why Traders Are Watching Closely appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

XRP’s Near-Term Outlook Turns Bullish as Short-Term Holder Activity Jumps 38%

BeInCrypto - XRP is rallying as short-term holders expand their positions, fueling confidence in sustained momentum. Technicals suggest more upside ahead. The post XRP’s Near-Term Outlook Turns Bullish as Short-Term Holder Activity Jumps 38% appeared first on BeInCrypto.

Vitalik Buterin at EthTokyo 2025: Bridging East and West, Stories from Ethereum’s Early Days, and More

Bitcoin.com - Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin used his EthTokyo 2025 keynote to chart the blockchain’s path forward, highlighting Asia’s early role in its rise, a bold 10x scaling target, and renewed calls for global collaboration. Buterin Credits Asia’s Early Role in Ethereum, Calls for Global Collaboration Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin took the stage at EthTokyo 2025 with […]

Mixed Fortunes for PUMP Traders: Nearly Half in Profit, Others Deep in the Red

BeInCrypto - Pump.fun rolls out its “Project Ascend” reforms, aiming to strengthen its ecosystem and boost PUMP’s token price. The post Mixed Fortunes for PUMP Traders: Nearly Half in Profit, Others Deep in the Red appeared first on BeInCrypto.

Polymarket Seeks New Funding Round Amid Valuation Fluctuations

Binance News - According to Foresight News, Business Insider reports that prediction platform Polymarket is pursuing a new round of funding. Sources indicate that despite fluctuations in valuation, the company is expected to be valued at a minimum of $3 billion in this round. At least one investor has expressed interest with a valuation of up to $10 billion for the company.

Bitdeer Reports Significant Increase in Bitcoin Mining Capacity for August

Binance News - According to PANews, Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company Bitdeer has released its unaudited mining and operational update for August. The company reported a 35% increase in self-mining capacity, reaching 30 EH/s, with a target to achieve 40 EH/s by October. In August, Bitdeer mined 375 BTC, marking a 33% month-over-month growth.

Circle Reports Decrease in USDC Circulation Over Recent Week

Binance News - According to PANews, official data reveals that Circle issued approximately 4.5 billion USDC and redeemed around 4.6 billion USDC in the week ending September 11, resulting in a net decrease of about 100 million USDC in circulation. The total circulation of USDC stands at 72.4 billion, with reserves amounting to approximately $72.5 billion. These reserves include around $9.3 billion in cash and $63.2 billion held in the Circle Reserve Fund.

Ethereum Trade by Huang Licheng Sees Significant Gains

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, on-chain analyst Ai Yi has reported that Huang Licheng, also known as 'Machi Big Brother,' has achieved a floating profit of $4.93 million from his Ethereum trade. Currently, his long position holds 16,560 ETH, valued at approximately $77.97 million. The opening price for this position was $4,410.23, with a liquidation price set at $2,141.29. The funding fee incurred for this trade amounts to $813,000.

Ark Invest Expands Holdings in Bullish and Figma Stocks

Binance News - According to PANews, Ark Invest, led by Cathie Wood, increased its stock holdings on September 11, 2025. The investment firm acquired 34,746 shares of Bullish, valued at approximately $1.77 million, and 85,535 shares of Figma, worth around $4.53 million. This move reflects Ark Invest's ongoing strategy to diversify its portfolio and strengthen its position in the market.

AI x Crypto: How BingX Is Charting a New Era of Financial Dignity

BeInCrypto - At ETHWarsaw, Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer at BingX and Head of BingX Labs, delivered a compelling vision for the future of digital assets, one where AI is not just another layer of technology but a fundamental tool for restoring financial dignity. In her speech, she framed BingX’s mission in philosophical terms, stating, “Our goal The post AI x Crypto: How BingX Is Charting a New Era of Financial Dignity appeared first on BeInCrypto.

Bitcoin Consolidates Near $116K as Traders Eye Fed Decision and All-Time Highs

cryptoDNES - Bitcoin is testing one of its most important resistance zones yet. After rallying into the $116K–$117K range, traders say the asset is likely to consolidate briefly before attempting a breakout toward new all-time highs. The post Bitcoin Consolidates Near $116K as Traders Eye Fed Decision and All-Time Highs appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Bitcoin News: ‘Strong Chance’ US Will Announce Strategic Bitcoin Reserve in 2025, Says Galaxy’s Alex Thorn

Binance News - Key TakeawaysGalaxy Digital’s Alex Thorn says markets are “underpricing” the odds of a US Bitcoin reserve being confirmed this year.President Trump signed an executive order for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve in March, but no formal plan has been detailed.Lawmakers have introduced a bill requiring a Treasury feasibility study, signaling movement behind the scenes.Skeptics say the announcement may slip to 2026 as the US quietly accumulates Bitcoin.Thorn: Market Ignoring Bitcoin Reserve OddsGalaxy Digital’s head of research, Alex Thorn, said there’s still a “strong chance” the United States will confirm its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) before year-end.“I still think there’s a strong chance the US government will announce this year that it has formed the ...

Spot BTC ETFs attract $642M, ETH adds $406M amid ‘rising confidence’

CoinTelegraph - Spot Bitcoin ETFs pulled in $642 million and Ether ETFs added $405 million on Friday amid renewed institutional demand.

Prenetics now holds 228 BTC and buys 1 BTC daily

CryptoBriefing - Prenetics' Bitcoin strategy may influence other firms to adopt similar treasury diversification, potentially impacting cryptocurrency markets. The post Prenetics now holds 228 BTC and buys 1 BTC daily appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Prenetics Bets on Bitcoin, Builds $26M Reserve Position

cryptoDNES - Consumer health company Prenetics Global Limited (NASDAQ: PRE) has quietly joined the ranks of corporations adding Bitcoin to their balance sheets, a move that sets it apart from peers in its sector. The post Prenetics Bets on Bitcoin, Builds $26M Reserve Position appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

El Salvador Increases Bitcoin Holdings by 28 Coins in Recent Week

Binance News - According to PANews, El Salvador has increased its Bitcoin holdings by 28 coins over the past week. The country's total Bitcoin assets now amount to 6,317.18 coins, with an estimated value of $731 million.

Vitalik Buterin Warns Against “Naive AI Governance,” Proposes Alternative Model

cryptoDNES - Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has cautioned against over-reliance on artificial intelligence for governance, arguing that “naive AI governance” could easily be exploited. The post Vitalik Buterin Warns Against “Naive AI Governance,” Proposes Alternative Model appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

‘Strong chance’ US will form Strategic Bitcoin Reserve this year: Alex Thorn

CoinTelegraph - Galaxy Digital’s Alex Thorn says the market is "underpricing" the odds of a US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve forming this year, though others are skeptical.

Polygon Expands Institutional Access to POL Through Cypher Capital Partnership

cryptoDNES - Polygon Labs has unveiled a new initiative to broaden institutional access to POL, its native ecosystem token, in collaboration with Cypher Capital. The post Polygon Expands Institutional Access to POL Through Cypher Capital Partnership appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Bitcoiners chasing a quick Lambo are heading for a wipeout: Arthur Hayes

CoinTelegraph - Arthur Hayes says that Bitcoiners buying Bitcoin one day and expecting a Lamborghini the next is “not the right way to think about things.”

Winklevoss Twins Predict $1 Million Bitcoin as Gemini Goes Public

99Bitcoins - The Winklevoss twins are making headlines again, this time with a bold prediction for Bitcoin’s future. As their crypto exchange Gemini began trading on the Nasdaq, Tyler Winklevoss said he believes Bitcoin could hit $1 million within the next decade. Gemini Makes Its Market Debut Gemini launched publicly under the ticker GEMI. Shares opened around.. The post Winklevoss Twins Predict $1 Million Bitcoin as Gemini Goes Public appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Ethereum Co-Founder Warns Against AI as Governance Tool

Binance News - According to Foresight News, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin expressed concerns on social media about the potential risks of using artificial intelligence as a governance tool in the crypto sector. Buterin highlighted that while many in the industry are optimistic about AI's role in governance, there are inherent risks. He pointed out traditional AI safety issues and warned that implementing AI in governance could lead to significant value disruption in the short term.

Gemini’s IPO Debuts on Nasdaq With Strong Demand and Rapid Price Swings

Bitcoin.com - Gemini’s Nasdaq debut ignites a powerful new chapter for crypto integration, as overwhelming investor demand and global reach position the platform for mainstream financial dominance. Gemini’s Nasdaq Debut Marks New Era for Crypto Market Integration Gemini (Nasdaq: GEMI), a global cryptocurrency platform, has debuted on Nasdaq following its initial public offering. On Sept. 12, Cameron […]

Major Investor Increases Holdings in ETH and WBTC

Binance News - According to PANews, a significant investor who began accumulating Ethereum (ETH) and Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) on September 9 has continued to expand their holdings. Over the past five days, the investor has spent a total of $28 million on these cryptocurrencies. In the last eight hours alone, they purchased $8 million worth of ETH and $4 million worth of WBTC through Cowswap.Currently, the investor holds 3,550.67 ETH, valued at $16 million, with an average cost of $4,506.19 per ETH, resulting in an unrealized profit of $727,000. Additionally, they possess 104.52 WBTC, valued at $12 million, with an average cost of $114,810.56 per WBTC, leading to an unrealized profit of $147,000.

Prenetics Global Reports Significant Revenue Growth and Bitcoin Holdings

Binance News - According to PANews, Prenetics Global Limited, a Nasdaq-listed health sciences company, has released its unaudited financial results for the second quarter. The company reported a revenue of $17.7 million, marking a 594.9% increase compared to the second quarter of 2024. The adjusted current assets reached $90.3 million, including $63.5 million in cash.As of September 10, 2025, Prenetics Global Limited holds 228.42 bitcoins, valued at $26.1 million, and currently has no liabilities. The company announced that it began a daily systematic increase in its bitcoin holdings on August 1, 2025, acquiring one bitcoin per day using its operational funds.

Another Day, Another Record: Bitcoin’s Computing Muscle Flexes Harder

Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin’s raw computing might just keeps flexing, and on Friday the network notched yet another record — blasting its hashrate up to 1,057 exahash per second (EH/s) or 1.057 zettahash per second (ZH). Bitcoin’s Hashrate Roars to 1.057 ZH/s Another day, another record-breaker for Bitcoin’s global hashrate. On Sept. 12, 2025, data from hashrateindex.com showed […]

Polygon Labs partners with Cypher Capital to boost institutional access in the Middle East

CryptoSlate - Polygon Labs announced Sept. 12 that it is partnering with Dubai-based Cypher Capital to expand institutional access to POL, the native asset powering the Polygon blockchain, across the Middle East. The initiative marks the first in a series of efforts to bring professional investors into direct engagement with Polygon’s infrastructure. POL will be positioned as […] The post Polygon Labs partners with Cypher Capital to boost institutional access in the Middle East appeared first on CryptoSlate.

New Evidence Could Prevent Fed Governor Firing Before FOMC Meeting

BeInCrypto - Fresh evidence shields Fed Governor Lisa Cook from Trump’s bid to oust her, preserving Fed independence and steadying rate cut expectations. The post New Evidence Could Prevent Fed Governor Firing Before FOMC Meeting appeared first on BeInCrypto.

Tron's Fee Reduction Impacts Block Producer Revenue

Binance News - According to Cointelegraph, Tron's recent decision to reduce transaction fees has significantly affected the earnings of its block producers, known as Super Representatives. On September 7, the total daily network fees for these producers fell to $5 million, marking the lowest level in over a year. This represents a 64% decline in revenue over a span of just ten days, dropping from $13.9 million prior to the implementation of the lower fees. Onchain data reveals that the average gas fees on the Tron network have decreased by 60% following the adoption of a proposal that reduced the energy unit price from 210 sun to 100 sun. Gas fees, which are the transaction costs on the Tron network, are measured in its smallest unit, called sun.The fee reduction was part of Tron ...

Tron’s gas fee reduction cuts daily revenue by 64% in 10 days

CoinTelegraph - Even after the change, Tron still holds a significant lead in revenue among layer-1 blockchains, including Ethereum, Solana and BNB Chain.

Polymarket seeking funding round that could surge its valuation to $10B

CryptoSlate - Prediction market Polymarket is pursuing new funding that could boost its valuation to $10 billion, as Business Insider reported on Sept. 12. Two people with knowledge of the matter said the valuation discussions represent at least a threefold increase from the $1 billion Polymarket achieved in a funding round that closed this summer. According to […] The post Polymarket seeking funding round that could surge its valuation to $10B appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Circle Mints $677 Million of USDC In Three Hours, Sparking Market Hype

BeInCrypto - Circle minted $677 million in USDC, raising questions on liquidity strategy and market impact as trading volume climbs and motives remain unclear. The post Circle Mints $677 Million of USDC In Three Hours, Sparking Market Hype appeared first on BeInCrypto.

Gemini shares hit $40 within hours of Nasdaq debut, showcasing Wall Street’s crypto appetite

CryptoSlate - Gemini made a strong entrance on Wall Street on Sept. 12, with its stock price surging over 50% within the intial hours of their first day of trading on the Nasdaq. The stock, listed under the symbol GEMI, opened at $28 per share and quickly advanced in the opening hours. Prices briefly touched $40 before […] The post Gemini shares hit $40 within hours of Nasdaq debut, showcasing Wall Street’s crypto appetite appeared first on CryptoSlate.

OpenAI, Microsoft reach restructuring agreement over for-profit arm

CoinTelegraph - The company signaled it would need the green light from California and Delaware policymakers as part of the restructuring plan.

Public Keys: Crypto IPOs Sizzle, Missing Gensler Texts Grizzle

Decrypt - Gemini and Figure go public with billion-dollar valuations as tokenization heats up on Wall Street this week.

Ancient Bitcoin Giants Awaken: Close to 700 BTC Stirs After Years of Silence

Bitcoin.com - Blockchain parsers spotted a relic stirring: a bitcoin wallet that had been silent since 2012 just jolted awake, moving its hefty stash of 232.16 BTC for the first time in more than a decade. From Dust to Treasure And it wasn’t alone—over the past few days, btcparser.com shows a handful of other long-sleeping wallets also […]

Polymarket eyes $10B valuation as prediction market preps US comeback: Report

CoinTelegraph - Polymarket prepares US return with CFTC relief, new funding and a valuation that could soar to $10B as prediction markets gain momentum.

Vader launches EgoPlay closed beta for gamified smart glasses tasks

CryptoBriefing - EgoPlay closed beta launch for gamified smart glasses tasks lets users earn Vader Points by completing daily activities with wearable tech. The post Vader launches EgoPlay closed beta for gamified smart glasses tasks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Winklevoss Twins Call for $1 Million Bitcoin Price as Gemini Goes Public

Decrypt - Tyler Winklevoss believes that Bitcoin will hit $1 million per coin in 10 years, just as the crypto entrepreneur's exchange goes public.

Gemini Jumps on Nasdaq Debut, Hitting $4.4 Billion Valuation

Decrypt - The crypto exchange put an exclamation point on the busiest week for initial public offerings in the U.S. since 2021.

Why This Could Be Ethereum's Strongest Cycle Yet

Decrypt - CryptoQuant credits institutional accumulation and staking interest surging as Ethereum tops $4,600 for the first time in September.

Polymarket funding round aims to triple valuation to $3B

CryptoBriefing - Polymarket seeks a funding round to triple its valuation to $3B, driven by rising trading volumes and interest in prediction markets. The post Polymarket funding round aims to triple valuation to $3B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

XRP Back Among 100 Biggest Assets by Market Cap

U.Today - Will XRP manage to surpass McDonald's by market capitalization yet again?

Esports Firm’s Stock Price Doubles After Bitcoin, Ethereum Treasury Investment

Decrypt - A Nasdaq-listed esports company announced its Bitcoin and Ethereum treasury move on Friday—and its stock doubled in value.

Dogecoin Confirms Golden Cross With 24% Price Surge: Details

U.Today - Dogecoin has risen since start of week

Coinbase files legal motion over Gensler, SEC missing text messages

CoinTelegraph - Legal representatives for Coinbase filed a motion for a legal hearing and potential remedies after the SEC failed to comply with FOIA requests.

JPMorgan Economist Predicts Federal Reserve Rate Cut

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, JPMorgan's Michael Feroli anticipates that the Federal Reserve will reduce interest rates by 25 basis points to a range of 4.0% to 4.25% next week. He expects two or three dissenters to advocate for further rate cuts, while no members are likely to support maintaining the current rates. The dot plot is expected to indicate additional rate cuts beyond 2025.

Wall Street’s Angle: Investor Warns on Strategy as Bitcoin Proxy Faces Crossroads

cryptoDNES - Angel investor Jason Calacanis has doubled down on his criticism of Strategy Inc. (formerly MicroStrategy), warning that the stock is a “complicated wrapper” around Bitcoin that strips investors of direct control. The post Wall Street’s Angle: Investor Warns on Strategy as Bitcoin Proxy Faces Crossroads appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Ondo surges as RWA growth fuels price rally

CoinJournal - Ondo (ONDO) price hovered above $1.00 as bulls looked to break from a downtrend. The real-world asset tokenization platform’s traction and milestones in total value locked have aligned with gains. Ondo Finance is one of the leading RWA platforms in the market. With ONDO trading to an intraday high above $1.13 with a 5.8% gain […] The post Ondo surges as RWA growth fuels price rally appeared first on CoinJournal.

Parabolic Bitcoin Rally Is Coming—Here’s What to Watch

BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Parabolic Bitcoin Rally Is Coming—Here’s What to Watch Bitcoin’s tight supply and ETF flows signal a massive rally. Watch for sentiment spikes and leverage buildup to catch the parabolic move to $200K+ This post Parabolic Bitcoin Rally Is Coming—Here’s What to Watch first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Matt Crosby.

DOJ Seeks to Seize $500K in USDT from Iran Drone Supplier’s Private Wallet

Decrypt - Mohammad Abedini ran a company that supplied navigation technology used in Iranian Shahed drones, deployed in conflicts worldwide.

Bitcoin Miners Squeezed by Record Difficulty and AI’s Rising Power Demand

cryptoDNES - Bitcoin miners are operating under their most challenging conditions yet, as record-high network difficulty, falling hashprice, and climbing energy costs converge with a new rival: artificial intelligence. The post Bitcoin Miners Squeezed by Record Difficulty and AI’s Rising Power Demand appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

IREN Co-Founders Sell Shares Amid Stock Surge

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the co-founders and co-CEOs of Bitcoin mining company IREN, the Roberts brothers, have sold one million shares each as the company's stock price reached a new high of $33. This sale resulted in a total cash-out of $66 million.Following this transaction, each brother retains approximately 13.99 million shares, representing about 6% of IREN's issued shares. This marks their second significant share sale in two years, with the previous sale occurring in December 2023 when the stock price was around $5.

Crypto Markets Climb Higher but ‘Bitcoin Sits at a Crossroads,’ Says Glassnode

TheDefiant - Crypto markets are closing the week on a high note as traders bet on an imminent Fed rate cut.

Figure's Stock Surges on Second Day of Trading

Binance News - According to Foresight News, blockchain lending platform Figure (FIGR.US) experienced a significant increase in its stock price on its second day of trading. The stock rose by over 14% during intraday trading, following a more than 24% gain on its debut. Currently, the stock is priced at $35.69.

Gemini goes live on Nasdaq exchange

CryptoBriefing - Gemini's integration with Nasdaq could enhance crypto market legitimacy and attract traditional investors, bridging digital and traditional finance. The post Gemini goes live on Nasdaq exchange appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Tesla stock rises over 10% in past week

CryptoBriefing - Tesla's stock surge may boost investor confidence, potentially influencing market dynamics and future investment in the EV sector. The post Tesla stock rises over 10% in past week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

U.S. Stock Market Sees Gains in Crypto Treasury Companies

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the U.S. stock market opened with gains for several crypto treasury companies. Forward Industries Inc (FORD) saw a significant increase, opening up 15.23% and currently trading at $39.73. Sol Strategies Inc (STKE) experienced a rise of 3.72%, with its current price at $7.04. MicroStrategy Incorporated (MSTR), a Bitcoin treasury company, opened with a 1.02% increase. Meanwhile, Bitmine Immersion Technologies Inc (BMNR), an Ethereum treasury company, saw its stock rise by 1.91%.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs see strong demand as crypto market tops $4T again

CoinTelegraph - Spot Ether ETFs recorded over $230 million in net inflows as of Thursday, recovering from last week’s net outflows of nearly $800 million.

Exclusive: Half of PancakeSwap’s ‘random’ prize winners appear connected

CoinTelegraph - PancakeSwap claims its trading competition winners were selected randomly, but blockchain records suggest over half of them belong to a cluster of linked wallets.

Winklevoss brothers tell CNBC Bitcoin could rise 10x and urge viewers to HODL

CryptoBriefing - The Winklevoss brothers' bullish Bitcoin outlook may influence investor sentiment, potentially driving increased adoption and market volatility. The post Winklevoss brothers tell CNBC Bitcoin could rise 10x and urge viewers to HODL appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Locate Technologies to Debut on New Zealand Stock Exchange

Binance News - According to PANews, Locate Technologies, an Australian Bitcoin treasury company, is set to become the first of its kind to be listed on the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX). This development marks a significant milestone for the company, which trades under the stock symbol $LOC. The listing is expected to enhance the company's visibility and accessibility in the financial markets.

Wall Street Calls Coinbase the ‘Amazon of Crypto’ as Shares Skyrocket

cryptoDNES - Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) and Circle (NYSE: CRCL) saw their shares surge on Thursday, fueled by mounting optimism in the digital asset sector and renewed investor appetite for stablecoins. The post Wall Street Calls Coinbase the ‘Amazon of Crypto’ as Shares Skyrocket appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Top 3 Trending Cryptos: Elastos, Helium, and Useless Coin Lead Market Momentum

cryptoDNES - The altcoin market is buzzing with activity, as several tokens surge on the back of protocol upgrades, tokenomics shifts, and exchange-driven liquidity. The post Top 3 Trending Cryptos: Elastos, Helium, and Useless Coin Lead Market Momentum appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Bitcoin Hash Rate, Difficulty Hit Record Highs as Miner Supply Spikes

Decrypt - Miners’ holdings hit a 90-day high as hash rate and difficulty hit new peaks, priming Bitcoin for a “decisive upward move,” experts argued.

Gemini Prices IPO at $28 a Share Ahead of Trading Open on Nasdaq

Decrypt - One of the most closely watched debuts in the crypto sector this year, Gemini's IPO highlights Washington’s shifted stance on digital assets.

Polygon Labs Partners with Cypher Capital to Enhance Institutional Access to POL

Binance News - According to Foresight News, Polygon Labs, the core development team of the Polygon ecosystem, has announced a partnership with investment firm Cypher Capital. This collaboration aims to expand institutional investors' access to Polygon's native token, POL. Recently, Cypher Capital has acquired a significant amount of POL holdings and will work with Polygon Labs to develop structured strategies. These strategies are designed to provide institutional investors with investment opportunities, generate returns, and bolster the network's growth and security.

Reuters Poll: Fed to Cut Rates on September 17 as Economists Cite Labor Weakness

cryptoDNES - The U.S. Federal Reserve is widely expected to deliver its first rate cut of the year on September 17, as a softer labor market takes priority over inflation concerns, according to a new Reuters poll of 107 economists. The post Reuters Poll: Fed to Cut Rates on September 17 as Economists Cite Labor Weakness appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Binance and Cristiano Ronaldo Launch 'Know Your Cristiano' Campaign

Binance News - Binance Blog published a new article, introducing the 'Know Your Cristiano' campaign in collaboration with football icon Cristiano Ronaldo. This initiative aims to inspire fans to complete the Know Your Customer (KYC) process, drawing parallels between the verification process and the world of football. The campaign emphasizes the importance of identity verification in the Web3 space, likening it to knowing Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic name and number, which symbolizes being an official part of the team. The 'Know Your Cristiano' campaign uses football analogies to make the concept of KYC relatable. Just as jersey numbers, debut matches, team trust, and ...

Dogecoin price forecast after the DOJE ETF launch delay: analysis points to $3

CoinJournal - Dogecoin price has held above a key support with bullish breakout patterns in play. DOJE ETF launch delayed to mid-next week, but market optimism remains high. Analysts see the ETF inflows fueling a rally that could push DOGE toward $3. Dogecoin (DOGE) has found itself at the centre of market attention once again, this time […] The post Dogecoin price forecast after the DOJE ETF launch delay: analysis points to $3 appeared first on CoinJournal.

AI Giants Face FTC Inquiry Into Chatbot Safety and Child Protections

Decrypt - Federal regulators have ordered seven major tech companies to reveal how their AI companions handle interactions with minors.

Binance Launches Referral Dhamaka 2025 with $100,000 Prize Pool

Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the platform has introduced Referral Dhamaka 2025, a month-long event offering substantial rewards for participants. The promotion, aimed at users in India, features a $100,000 prize pool, with rewards including USDT token vouchers equivalent to high-value items such as a 4x4 SUV, cruiser bike, and premium gadgets. The event runs from 2025-09-12 14:00 (UTC) to 2025-10-11 23:59 (UTC). Participants, referred to as referrers, must register for the promotion and invite new eligible users from India using their Referral Lite or Pro links. Successful referrals are categorized into two types: Trader Referrals, where ...

US government ready to apply the PATRIOT Act to Bitcoin and digital assets

Atlas21 - The FinCEN Director confirms that the Treasury is finalizing a ban on privacy tools for Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. The post US government ready to apply the PATRIOT Act to Bitcoin and digital assets appeared first on Atlas21.

DDC Enterprise Partners with Wintermute to Enhance Bitcoin Treasury Management

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, DDC Enterprise Limited, a leader in corporate Bitcoin treasury innovation and a prominent Asian food platform, has announced a partnership with Wintermute, a renowned algorithmic trading firm and crypto asset OTC market maker. This collaboration aims to leverage Wintermute's OTC liquidity and execution capabilities in both spot and derivatives markets, accelerating DDC's Bitcoin treasury expansion and exploring yield strategies to optimize treasury management for more efficient execution in the global digital asset market.

Investor Profits Significantly from HOLO Transactions

Binance News - According to Foresight News, monitoring by Lookonchain has revealed significant trading activity involving the cryptocurrency HOLO. An address beginning with 0x3723, potentially linked to a key opinion leader (KOL) investor, received 10.24 million HOLO tokens, valued at approximately $4.71 million. The investor sold 1.52 million HOLO tokens at a price of $0.6 each, acquiring 1,013 BNB tokens, worth around $915,000. The investor still holds 8.72 million HOLO tokens, valued at about $4 million. The initial cost for the investor during the KOL round was approximately $0.088 per HOLO token. Currently, the investor's profit exceeds $4 million, reflecting ...

Ethereum Strengthens on Whale Demand and Staking, But Resistance Looms

cryptoDNES - Ethereum extended its bullish stretch this week, trading at $4,529.48 after a 2.02% gain in the past 24 hours. The post Ethereum Strengthens on Whale Demand and Staking, But Resistance Looms appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

U.S. Economic Challenges May Influence Federal Reserve's Rate Decisions

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Kevin Swift, a senior economist at ICIS Global Chemicals, has indicated that the latest U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report will complicate the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. Despite this, Swift suggests that the Federal Reserve might consider a rate cut during its September meeting due to a weakening job market.Swift noted that although wages increased by 3.9% year-on-year in August, the growth rate is slowing, which could undermine real income growth and consumer spending. Additionally, initial jobless claims have risen to their highest level since October 2021.Swift remarked, "This could be the beginning of increased layoffs and a weakening labor market trend. The situation will become clearer in a week or two."

Ethereum PoS Network Experiences Surge in Exit Queue

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the Ethereum Proof-of-Stake (PoS) network has seen a significant increase in its exit queue, with 2.656 million ETH valued at approximately $9.03 billion currently waiting to exit. The queue duration is estimated at 46 days and 3 hours. Meanwhile, the entry queue for the Ethereum PoS network remains high, with 725,000 ETH valued at around $2.47 billion waiting to enter. The entry queue delay is approximately 12 days and 14 hours. The surge in the exit queue is primarily attributed to Kiln's withdrawal of its ...

Coinbase Says SEC 'Destroyed' Gensler Texts, Demands Court Sanctions

Decrypt - Coinbase is demanding penalties after the regulator lost nearly a year of text messages from former Chair Gary Gensler.

ModStealer Malware Poses Threat to Crypto Wallets Across Platforms

Binance News - According to PANews, security firm Mosyle has identified a cross-platform malware named ModStealer, which can bypass mainstream antivirus software by disguising itself as a background assistant program. This malware specifically targets browser-based crypto wallet data on Windows, Linux, and macOS systems. It spreads through fake job advertisements and primarily targets developers with Node.js environments installed. ModStealer is capable of automatically executing and collecting wallet extensions, system credentials, and digital certificates, subsequently uploading the data to a remote command and control (C2) server. Security experts warn that ...

Telegram Faces Widespread User Complaints Over Service Disruptions

Binance News - According to PANews, Telegram has recently experienced a surge in user complaints regarding service disruptions, as reported by Downdetector. The primary issues include website inaccessibility, app crashes, server connection anomalies, and message delivery failures. Some users have also reported ongoing problems with login verification, real-time translation, and multimedia downloads, which have persisted for several days. Downdetector data indicates that website-related issues account for 68% of the complaints, app problems make up 20%, and server connection issues comprise 11%. Telegram has yet to release any updates on the progress of resolving these issues.

Amber International Reports Strong Second Quarter Financial Results

Binance News - According to Foresight News, Amber International has released its financial results for the second quarter of 2025. The company reported a revenue of $21 million, with a gross profit increase to $15 million. Additionally, the number of new clients rose by 14% compared to the previous quarter, and client asset size saw a 20% quarter-on-quarter growth. As of June 30, 2025, Amber International held $25.8 million in cash, cash equivalents, term deposits, and restricted cash. These figures reflect the company's robust financial performance and growth in client acquisition and asset management.

Chinese Money Enters The Picture as Bitcoin Price Slams $114K

99Bitcoins - A China-based entertainment company has made a major move into crypto, buying 300 Bitcoin just as the market trades near $114,000. Pop Culture Group (NASDAQ: CPOP), headquartered in Xiamen, disclosed the $33M purchase in a press release. The company emphasized the beginning of its digital asset treasure and part of wider plans to connect its.. The post Chinese Money Enters The Picture as Bitcoin Price Slams $114K appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Ethereum's Potential to Surpass Bitcoin Highlighted by Liquid Capital Founder

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Yi Lihua, founder of Liquid Capital (formerly LD Capital), expressed optimism about Ethereum's future. He noted that the anticipated rebound of ETH and the broader market has arrived. In the new era of financial integration for six billion people, Yi firmly believes that Ethereum will surpass Bitcoin. He predicts that Ethereum's ultimate price could exceed $45,000, presenting an opportunity for more than tenfold growth. Yi advises traders against shorting Ethereum and encourages them to hold onto their ETH investments.

Ethereum Developers Discuss Fusaka Upgrade Timeline and Testing

Binance News - According to Foresight News, Christine Kim, Vice President of Research at Galaxy, provided a summary of the 220th Ethereum Execution Layer Core Developers Meeting (ACDE). The meeting focused on several key topics, including a new timeline proposal for the Fusaka upgrade. Optimistically, this upgrade could be deployed to the Ethereum mainnet by the end of the year, potentially as early as November. Developers have completed the second round of non-finality testing on Fusaka Devnet-3, although some technical issues and defects remain unresolved. In the coming days, developers plan to conduct an analysis of a hard fork limited to ...

Bitcoin Briefly Swells to $116K as Macro Tailwinds Lift Trader Sentiment

Decrypt - Bitcoin’s ascent is being driven by a lack of profit-taking, slightly cooler inflation data, and rate cut expectations, Decrypt was told.

Whale Faces Significant Losses Amid Market Rebound

Binance News - According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, a whale identified as 0x5D2F is experiencing substantial unrealized losses on short positions in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) as the market rebounds. The losses have exceeded $8.6 million. To prevent liquidation, the whale has deposited $8 million in USDC to increase the margin. The current short positions include 2,041 BTC, valued at approximately $236 million, and 500 ETH, valued at around $2.25 million.

XRP Crypto Nears All-Time High: Back Over $3

99Bitcoins - XRP crypto is heating up again with some strong price action, creeping right back toward its all-time highs. Ripple’s stablecoin plans, recent buyouts, and XRPL’s bank-friendly setup give it a legit foundation for long-term demand. But it’s not all smooth sailing. ETF approvals could drag, and ETH or Solana still own big chunks of the.. The post XRP Crypto Nears All-Time High: Back Over $3 appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Micron stock hits all-time high

CryptoBriefing - Micron's stock surge underscores investor confidence in its growth potential amid rising demand in the evolving tech landscape. The post Micron stock hits all-time high appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The End of Paper Bitcoin Summer

BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine The End of Paper Bitcoin Summer Is Paper Bitcoin Summer, and the associated extractable premium in price, coming to an end? This post The End of Paper Bitcoin Summer first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Joakim Book.

Figure Shares Jump 24% From IPO Price in Crypto Lender's Nasdaq Debut

Decrypt - The firm’s IPO could bolster narratives around tokenization, according to an analyst.

Consensys Treasury moves 15% LINEA allocation to qualified custodian for long-term storage

CryptoBriefing - Consensys Treasury secures its 15% LINEA allocation with a qualified custodian, ensuring regulated and insured linea token custody. The post Consensys Treasury moves 15% LINEA allocation to qualified custodian for long-term storage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Pendle’s Kinetiq Markets Surpass $1 Billion

TheDefiant - Traders are piling into Pendle markets that leverage Hyperliquid’s leading liquid staking protocol, betting on a future airdrop.

Rex‑Osprey DOGE ETF launch postponed to tomorrow

CryptoBriefing - The Rex-Osprey Dogecoin ETF launch has been postponed to tomorrow, delaying the latest dogecoin etf launch in traditional markets. The post Rex‑Osprey DOGE ETF launch postponed to tomorrow appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Safety Shot establishes $BONK Holdings LLC and grows $BONK treasury to over $63M

CryptoBriefing - Safety Shot grows BONK treasury to over $63M with new BONK Holdings LLC, representing 2.5% of BONK supply amid rapid BONK treasury growth. The post Safety Shot establishes $BONK Holdings LLC and grows $BONK treasury to over $63M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin Price Eyes $160K in October as MACD Golden Cross Flashes Again

Binance News - Key TakeawaysBitcoin’s MACD golden cross appeared for the first time since April, when BTC rallied 40% in a month.If history repeats, Bitcoin could reach $160,000 in October from current levels around $114,500.Softer U.S. inflation data and expected Fed rate cuts are fueling bullish sentiment.Bitcoin Golden Cross ReturnsBitcoin (BTC $114,540) could be primed for a rally toward $160,000 as a widely tracked technical indicator flashes bullish.The moving average convergence/divergence (MACD) golden cross appeared on Sept. 5, according to trader BitBull. This marks the first such signal since April, when BTC surged 40% in a month to record highs.The signal forms when the MACD line — a calculation of momentum between two simple moving averages — crosses above the ...

XRP News: Analysts Target $4.50 as Institutional Demand Builds

Binance News - Key TakeawaysXRP has gained 1.7% in 24 hours and 6% in a week, trading above $3.Institutional inflows into XRP investment products totaled $14.7M last week, bringing year-to-date inflows to $1.4B.XRP derivatives open interest rose 11% in seven days to $8.3B, signaling renewed trader momentum.XRP Price Holds $3 as Momentum StrengthensXRP (XRP $3.02) climbed higher on Thursday, extending its weekly gains to 6% and trading above $3 for the first time in two weeks. Analysts now see scope for a move to $3.12 and then $4.50, citing stronger institutional inflows and rising derivatives activity.Institutional Inflows Reinforce Bullish CaseData from CoinShares shows XRP-linked investment products drew $14.7 million in net inflows in the week ending Sept. 5, bringing ...

Nepalese Protestors Should Permanently Embrace Bitchat as Well as Bitcoin and Other Freedom Tech

BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Nepalese Protestors Should Permanently Embrace Bitchat as Well as Bitcoin and Other Freedom Tech Protestors in Nepal recently showed the world the power of censorship-resistant digital communications technology — the type of technology they should continue using as they rebuild. This post Nepalese Protestors Should Permanently Embrace Bitchat as Well as Bitcoin and Other Freedom Tech first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Frank Corva. ...

Bitcoin News: Bitcoin ‘Supercycle Ignition’ Pattern Puts $360K in Play, Analysts Say

Binance News - Key TakeawaysBitcoin’s weekly chart shows two inverse head-and-shoulders patterns, signaling a long-term bullish continuation.Technical targets suggest BTC could reach $170K–$360K this cycle.Spot Bitcoin ETFs posted $1.15B in inflows this week, the strongest since mid-July, underscoring institutional demand.Bitcoin Forms Dual Bullish PatternsBitcoin (BTC $114,527) has painted two inverse head-and-shoulders (IH&S) patterns on the weekly time frame, which analysts say could ignite a long-term “supercycle” toward $360,000.An IH&S is a classic bullish chart formation marked by three troughs, with a breakout above the neckline typically followed by a sharp rally.The first, smaller pattern formed since November 2024 and resolved in July, when BTC broke above ...

MegaETH Names Lombard as Primary Bitcoin Partner Ahead of Mainnet Launch

TheDefiant - The move comes just three days after MegaETH unveiled its new MegaUSD stablecoin.

Ethereum Validator Exit Queue Spikes 150% as Kiln Unstakes All Its ETH

TheDefiant - Following the staked SOL exploit on SwissBorg involving Kiln’s API, the staking provider said it’s exiting all of its ETH validators “out of an abundance of caution”

The Crypto Market Cap Crosses $4 Trillion

Trustnodes - The market cap of all cryptocurrencies combined has risen above $4 trillion, a 30% increase from its previous all time high of $3 trillion in 2021.

Ethereum Network Experiences Significant USDC Theft

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, a theft involving approximately 3.047 million USDC occurred on the Ethereum network. The incident was disclosed by ZachXBT, revealing that the unknown victim's funds were stolen and subsequently converted into ETH by the attacker. The converted funds were then swiftly deposited into Tornado. The address associated with the theft is 0xf0a6c5b65a81f0e8ddb2d14e2edcf7d10c928020.

Understanding Crypto Crime: Insights from Industry Experts

Binance News - According to Cointelegraph, the crypto industry often finds itself in the spotlight for negative reasons, yet beneath these headlines lies a narrative of innovation and resilience. A recent episode of the Clear Crypto Podcast, featuring insights from Ari Redbord, global head of policy at TRM Labs and a former U.S. federal prosecutor, delves into the complexities of crime within the digital asset ecosystem.Redbord highlights that while the media frequently associates blockchain technology with hacks, scams, and fraud, the reality is more nuanced. Over the past two years, approximately $50 billion has been lost to scams and fraud within the crypto space. However, Redbord points out that illicit activities constitute only about 1% of all transactions in the crypto ...

IMF Suggests Cautious Approach to U.S. Interest Rate Reductions

Binance News - According to PANews, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has indicated that the U.S. Federal Reserve has room to gradually lower interest rates. However, the IMF advises that this process should be approached with caution. The recommendation comes amid ongoing assessments of the economic landscape and the potential impacts of monetary policy adjustments.

Eightco Holdings Changes Nasdaq Ticker Symbol to ORBS

Binance News - According to Foresight News, Eightco Holdings has officially changed its Nasdaq ticker symbol to "ORBS." The company's common stock will now be traded under this new symbol on the Nasdaq exchange. Previously, Eightco Holdings announced the completion of a $250 million private placement, with an additional $20 million investment from BitMine. The funds are intended to support the launch of the Worldcoin (WLD) treasury strategy.

Nasdaq Reaches Record High Surpassing 22,000 Points

Binance News - According to PANews, the Nasdaq index has reached a new historical high, surpassing the 22,000-point mark. The index's gains have expanded to 0.45%, marking a significant milestone in the financial markets.

Bitcoin News: Bitcoin’s Inverse Head-and-Shoulders Pattern Signals Supercycle Toward $360K

Binance News - Key TakeawaysTwo inverse head-and-shoulders (IH&S) formations on Bitcoin’s weekly chart suggest price targets between $170K and $360K.Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $1.15B in inflows this week, the strongest in nearly two months, signaling renewed institutional demand.Bitcoin Technical Analysis: $170K First, $360K Next?Bitcoin’s price action is showing signs of what analysts are calling a “supercycle ignition.” On the weekly chart, BTC has formed two inverse head-and-shoulders (IH&S) patterns — a historically bullish signal.The smaller IH&S (since Nov. 2024) broke above its $112K neckline in July. Its measured target points to $170K, about 49% higher than current levels.The larger IH&S (since Mar. 2021) broke out above $73K in Nov. 2024. After successfully ...

Vitalik Buterin Discusses Challenges in Achieving Full Account Abstraction

Binance News - According to Foresight News, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has expressed his views on account abstraction, highlighting that a complete account abstraction has not yet been achieved. He noted that without intermediaries, it is currently impossible to conduct transactions from an account without using ECDSA verification. This reliance on intermediaries can negatively impact privacy and resistance to censorship, and generally harm the right to act without permission.Buterin emphasized that if an account does not depend on intermediaries for transactions, achieving quantum security is not possible. Additionally, it would be challenging to develop a privacy protocol that does not rely on a vulnerable public broadcast ecosystem. He acknowledged that ...

Decentralization Diehards Unite in Their Critique of Corporate L1s Like Tempo

TheDefiant - Web2 firms are betting on their own blockchains, but many web3 industry leaders are questioning the move away from Satoshi Nakamoto’s vision and ethos.

Traders Reduce Bets on ECB Easing Policies as Rate Cut Cycle Ends

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, traders have reduced their bets on the European Central Bank's easing policies, indicating that the cycle of interest rate cuts has concluded.

U.S. Unemployment Claims Surge, Fed Rate Cuts Anticipated

Binance News - According to PANews, recent reports indicate that U.S. unemployment claims have surged to their highest level in nearly four years. This development has intensified speculation in the short-term interest rate futures market regarding potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. Initially, the market anticipated at least two rate cuts by the end of the year. However, expectations have shifted, with predictions now suggesting four consecutive rate cuts from September through January, and a full pricing of three rate cuts within the year.Despite these expectations, the stronger-than-expected rise in the August Consumer Price Index (CPI) may hinder the Federal Reserve from implementing significant rate cuts. The probability of a 50 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September ...

Core Goods Index Shows Minimal Impact from Tariffs

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, analyst Chris Anstey noted that the core goods index, excluding new and used cars, rose by 0.13% month-on-month, marking the lowest level since March. This data suggests that tariffs have not had a significant impact. The index's peak increase occurred in June at 0.55%, followed by a 0.22% rise in July, indicating a slowdown in growth for two consecutive months.

U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims Reach Highest Level Since 2021

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the number of initial jobless claims in the United States for the week ending September 6 reached 263,000. This figure marks the highest level since the week of October 23, 2021. Market expectations had predicted a lower number of 235,000 claims.

Interest Rate Futures Indicate Potential Fed Rate Cuts

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, interest rate futures pricing suggests expectations for the Federal Reserve to implement four consecutive 25 basis point rate cuts by January next year.

U.S. August CPI Matches Market Expectations at 2.9%

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the United States' Consumer Price Index (CPI) for August recorded an annual rate of 2.9%, marking the highest level since January. This figure aligns with market expectations.

Kyrgyzstan: Parliament approves state law on bitcoin mining

Atlas21 - The Kyrgyz government legalizes mining and aims to create a strategic bitcoin reserve to strengthen the national economy. The post Kyrgyzstan: Parliament approves state law on bitcoin mining appeared first on Atlas21.

New Wallet Receives Significant Ethereum Transfer from FalconX

Binance News - According to PANews, a newly created wallet has received a substantial transfer of 18,514 ETH from FalconX, valued at $82 million. The transaction was monitored by Onchain Lens, highlighting the significant movement of Ethereum in the market.

Dormant Bitcoin Addresses Reactivate After 13 Years

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Whale Alert has detected the reactivation of two Bitcoin addresses that have been dormant for over 13 years. These addresses contain 300 and 444 Bitcoins, respectively.

Prediction Market Sentiment Nears Historic Highs

Binance News - According to Foresight News, data from Kaito Al indicates that the sentiment in prediction markets is approaching historic highs, nearly matching levels seen on election night.

Forward Industries Completes $1.65 Billion PIPE Financing Led by Major Crypto Firms

Binance News - According to PANews, Forward Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORD) has successfully completed its previously announced private equity investment (PIPE) financing. The financing was led by Galaxy Digital, Jump Crypto, and Multicoin Capital, bringing in approximately $1.65 billion in total proceeds for the company.The company plans to use the net proceeds primarily to purchase Solana blockchain's native digital asset, SOL, as operating capital and for any future transactions. This move aims to establish the company's cryptocurrency fund operations and cover transaction fees.In addition to the combined subscription of over $300 million by Galaxy, Jump Crypto, and Multicoin, the PIPE financing also received support and participation from several global investment firms and leaders in ...

America mourns Charlie Kirk. In June, he said: “I’m a big fan of Bitcoin.”

Atlas21 - The MAGA activist was assassinated by a sniper during a public event at Valley University in Utah. The post America mourns Charlie Kirk. In June, he said: “I’m a big fan of Bitcoin.” appeared first on Atlas21.

Bitcoin Holdings Surge Among Key Investor Group

Binance News - According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, recent data from Glassnode reveals a significant increase in Bitcoin holdings among entities possessing between 100 and 1,000 BTC. Over the past week, these entities have collectively increased their holdings by approximately 65,000 BTC. This surge has brought the total amount of Bitcoin held by this group to a record-breaking 3.65 million BTC.

21Shares Expands European Offerings with New dYdX ETP

Binance News - According to PANews, 21Shares AG, a prominent issuer of cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs), has announced the launch of the 21Shares dYdX ETP on the Euronext Paris and Euronext Amsterdam exchanges. The new product, identified by the ticker DYDX, carries a fee rate of 2.5%. This addition brings the total number of cryptocurrency ETPs offered by 21Shares in Europe to 48. The 21Shares dYdX ETP is fully backed by physical assets and is designed to track the performance of the dYdX token.

Figure Technologies Sets IPO Price at $25 Per Share, Aiming to Raise $787.5 Million

Binance News - According to PANews, blockchain lending platform Figure Technologies, founded by SoFi co-founder Mike Cagney, has priced its initial public offering (IPO) at $25 per share, with an expected total raise of $787.5 million. The company's Class A shares are scheduled to begin trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol 'FIGR' later today, September 11. The offering includes 31.5 million shares, with approximately 23.5 million shares directly from Figure and 8 million shares from existing shareholders. An additional 4.7 million shares may be sold if underwriters exercise their option to purchase more stock. Last week, the IPO size was increased to $526 million. The offering is anticipated to be completed by September 12, subject to customary closing conditions.

Japanese Fashion Brand ANAP Increases Bitcoin Holdings

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Japanese fashion brand ANAP has recently acquired 29.58 bitcoins, bringing its total holdings to 1,047.56 bitcoins.

Whale Adjusts PUMP Short Positions Amid Losses

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the address starting with 0x880ac, known as 'Iron Head Air Force,' made significant adjustments to its PUMP short positions within two hours. The address reduced its position by 25.024 million tokens, then by 13.022 million tokens, and finally increased by 2 million tokens, resulting in a net reduction of 35.046 million tokens. Following these transactions, the net increase in position value was approximately $1.0939 million. However, the current unrealized loss on this short position is around $23.717 million, with a liquidation price of approximately $0.0077. Previously, this address had frequently adjusted its PUMP short positions within ...

Binance to Update Collateral Ratios and Leverage Tiers for Multiple Assets

Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the platform will implement updates to the collateral ratio and Tiered Collateral Ratio for PM Pro under Portfolio Margin. These changes will affect several assets starting from 2025-09-16 06:00 (UTC) and 2025-09-19 06:00 (UTC). The updates are expected to be completed within approximately 30 minutes. **Collateral Ratio Adjustments** On 2025-09-16, the collateral ratios for WLD and BIO will be adjusted from 50% to 60% and from 20% to 30%, respectively. For PM Pro, assets such as XRP and ...

Goldman Sachs CEO Dismisses Major Fed Rate Cut Predictions

Binance News - According to Cointelegraph, Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon has dismissed the possibility of the U.S. Federal Reserve implementing a significant interest rate cut of 50 basis points in September. This statement comes shortly after Standard Chartered Bank made a bold prediction of such a cut. In an interview with CNBC, Solomon expressed skepticism about the likelihood of a 50 basis point reduction, aligning with the broader market consensus. Data from the CME FedWatch Tool indicates that only 7.8% of market participants expect such a move at the upcoming September 17 Fed meeting. In contrast, Standard Chartered Bank recently adjusted its forecast to anticipate this level of reduction, citing a weaker-than-expected jobs report in August. ...

Options Market Shows Stability Ahead of Federal Reserve Decision

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Greeks.live macro researcher Adam noted that despite the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, the implied volatility in the options market remains relatively stable, with a slight decrease. The market has priced in a 25 basis point rate cut, reflecting low expectations for future volatility.Recent weeks have seen a significant increase in block trading volumes, accounting for more than half of daily transactions. Most trades are set to expire within the current month, with a nearly equal ratio of active buying and selling, indicating significant market disagreement over the latter half of the month, though overall volatility expectations remain moderate.Overall, the market sentiment is more optimistic about the fourth ...

Sam Altman Reflects on Elon Musk's Role in OpenAI's Founding

Binance News - According to Foresight News, OpenAI founder Sam Altman recently shared his thoughts on Elon Musk's involvement in the creation of OpenAI. Altman expressed gratitude for Musk's help in establishing the company, initially viewing him as an extraordinary hero and a great human asset. However, Altman's perspective has since evolved. While he appreciates many of Musk's contributions, he also acknowledges certain traits he does not admire. Altman recounted that Musk once predicted OpenAI's chances of success as zero, yet the company has performed well. Since then, Musk has been running a rival company, which Altman claims has been attempting to slow down OpenAI's progress ...

Bitplanet Acquires SGA Co., Ltd. in $50 Million Deal

Binance News - According to PANews, South Korea's first institutional Bitcoin vault company, Bitplanet, has announced the completion of its $50 million acquisition of SGA Co., Ltd. This transaction includes a 62% equity purchase and marks the completion of a management transition and brand overhaul. The investment consortium involved in the acquisition comprises Sora Ventures, Parafi Capital, and KCGI, with an additional $10 million investment from UTXO Management and Kingsway Capital. Bitplanet aims to become one of the top ten enterprise-level Bitcoin holders globally and to position South Korea as a central hub in the international Bitcoin ecosystem.

U.S. Labor Department Initiates Review of Economic Data Collection Challenges

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Inspector General has announced the initiation of a review to assess the challenges faced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) in collecting and reporting economic data. The Inspector General's office highlighted that the BLS had previously declared a reduction in data collection for two critical inflation indicators in the U.S. economy: the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Producer Price Index (PPI). Additionally, the BLS recently made significant downward revisions to the estimated number of new jobs in its monthly Employment Situation Report. The review will focus on the challenges and potential optimization strategies related to collecting PPI and CPI data, as well as the collection and reporting ...

Polygon Foundation Successfully Completes Hard Fork

Binance News - According to Foresight News, the Polygon Foundation announced that it has successfully completed a hard fork, with milestone and state synchronization now proceeding normally. The processing of checkpoints is underway, and the consensus finality of Polygon PoS has been fully restored. Previously, Foresight News reported that the Polygon Foundation released an update addressing the milestone issue. The cause of the finality issue was identified, and a v2.2.11-beta2 version for Bor and a v0.3.1 version for Heimdall were released. The latter involved a hard fork, which was scheduled for implementation at 11:00 UTC+8. The team will continue to monitor the network's ...

Hong Kong Monetary Authority Proposes New Crypto Asset Classification Guidelines

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority has issued a draft for the new module CRP-1 'Crypto Asset Classification' in the Banking Supervision Policy Manual to local banks. This draft seeks feedback on the upcoming Basel Committee on Banking Supervision's crypto asset regulatory standards, which will be implemented in early 2026. The new regulations categorize crypto assets into two main groups, each further divided into two subgroups (Group 1a, Group 1b, Group 2a, Group 2b). Under the revised Hong Kong Banking (Capital) Rules, Group 1a consists of tokenized traditional assets, while Group 1b includes stablecoins with effective ...

SEC Nears Approval for Mutual Fund ETF Share Class

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas shared on social media that Katilyn Bottock, Assistant Director of the SEC's Investment Management Division, indicated that the SEC is close to finalizing the approval process for mutual fund ETF share classes. Approximately 65-70 companies are preparing to advance this initiative, with a combined asset management total reaching several trillion dollars.

New Wallet Withdraws 320 BTC from CEX

Binance News - According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, a newly created wallet has withdrawn 320 BTC, valued at $36.45 million, from a centralized exchange (CEX). The transaction was monitored by Onchain Lens, highlighting significant movement in the cryptocurrency market.

Crypto News Today: CoinShares Bitcoin Mining ETF Hits Record $33 as AI Rally Lifts Mining Stocks

Binance News - Key TakeawaysThe CoinShares Bitcoin Mining ETF (WGMI) surged 12% to a record $33.13, now 44% higher year-to-date.Top holdings IREN (+188%) and Cipher Mining (+90%) powered the rally.Broader AI momentum, including Oracle’s cloud surge, lifted mining and tech-linked stocks.WGMI Surpasses Debut PriceThe CoinShares Bitcoin Mining ETF (NASDAQ: WGMI) climbed 12% on Tuesday to $33.13, its highest level since launch. The move pushes WGMI 44% higher year-to-date, finally surpassing its $30 debut level.The ETF, which manages $175.7 million in assets with a 0.75% expense ratio, benefited heavily from its top two holdings:IREN (Iris Energy): +188% YTDCipher Mining (CIFR): +90% YTDBoth firms are positioned at the intersection of Bitcoin mining and AI compute infrastructure, a sector ...

Crypto News Today: REX-Osprey Crypto ETFs Set to Launch Friday Barring SEC Objection

Binance News - Key TakeawaysREX and Osprey crypto ETFs — including products tied to Bitcoin, XRP, Dogecoin, Bonk, and Trump token — have cleared the SEC’s 75-day review window.Bloomberg’s Eric Balchunas says the funds will debut this week unless the SEC raises a last-minute objection.Meanwhile, the SEC delayed decisions on rival ETF applications from Franklin Templeton, BlackRock, Fidelity, and others.REX-Osprey Funds Near Market DebutA new wave of cryptocurrency ETFs from REX Shares and Osprey Funds is expected to launch by Friday, Sept. 12, Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas told Cointelegraph.The lineup includes:REX-Osprey Bitcoin ETFREX-Osprey XRP ETFREX-Osprey Dogecoin ETF (DOJE)REX-Osprey Bonk ETFREX-Osprey Trump ETF“These are filed under the Investment Company Act of 1940, which has ...

Crypto News Today: Crypto Prices Rise as Soft U.S. PPI Data Lifts Fed Rate Cut Bets

Binance News - Key TakeawaysAugust Producer Price Index (PPI) came in softer than expected, falling 0.1% MoM versus a forecasted +0.3%.Bitcoin (BTC) climbed above $113,700, while Ether (ETH) and Solana (SOL) posted gains.Traders increased bets on a 50 bps Fed rate cut next week, but BTC’s muted reaction signals lingering caution.Crypto Markets React to Cooling U.S. InflationCrypto prices gained early Wednesday after U.S. wholesale inflation data showed signs of cooling. The August PPI fell 0.1% month-over-month, sharply below estimates of +0.3% and July’s +0.9% increase. Year-over-year, PPI slowed to 2.6%, down from 3.1% and well below expectations of 3.3%.Core PPI, excluding food and energy, also fell 0.1% in August, against forecasts of +0.3%. Year-over-year, it rose 2.8%, under ...

Polygon Restores Network Functions After Software Bug Disruption

Binance News - According to Cointelegraph, the Polygon Foundation announced the restoration of consensus and finality functions on its layer-2 scaling network within the Ethereum ecosystem. This follows a software bug that caused some nodes to fall out of sync with the blockchain. The issue was addressed through a successful hard fork, which resolved disruptions in remote procedure call (RPC) nodes responsible for relaying information between applications and the blockchain layer.The bug originated from a faulty proposal by a validator, leading to some Bor nodes, which handle transaction ordering and block production, diverging onto separate network forks. Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal explained that fixes were implemented on both Heimdall v0.3.1 and Bor 2.2.11 beta2, effectively ...

Sazmining Launches OCEAN Integration and Industry-First Rig Performance Guarantee

BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Sazmining Launches OCEAN Integration and Industry-First Rig Performance Guarantee Setting a New Standard for Decentralized, Transparent, and Customer-Aligned Bitcoin Mining. This post Sazmining Launches OCEAN Integration and Industry-First Rig Performance Guarantee first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Sazmining.

PPI Report Time and CPI Data Could Decide September Fed Rate Cut

99Bitcoins - The PPI report time for August 2025 is scheduled to be released on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Cassandra’s curse. Analysts expect CPI and PPI to be hot, and institutions could unload their bags onto retail in the aftermath. It will be a brief but brutal drop that will shake off.. The post PPI Report Time and CPI Data Could Decide September Fed Rate Cut appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Optimism Scores Another Big Deal as Ronin Joins Its L2 Stack

TheDefiant - Ronin is tapping Optimism’s tools to build its own chain, joining crypto heavyweights who also relied on the OP Stack to launch their L2 networks.

SEC’s Atkins Calls for Openness in Global Markets – Lessons for Crypto

CoinPaprika - At the OECD’s first Global Financial Markets Roundtable, SEC Commissioner Paul S. Atkins stressed that fair access and strong investor protections are key for building trust — a message that also resonates with the crypto industry.

Saylor’s Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Inspires Global Corporations, But Not All See Premiums

BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Saylor’s Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Inspires Global Corporations, But Not All See Premiums Bitcoin for Corporations' George Mekhail highlights accretive vs. non-accretive models, as firms like Metaplanet follow MicroStrategy's debt-fueled accumulation playbook. This post Saylor’s Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Inspires Global Corporations, But Not All See Premiums first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt. ...

CRYPTO ALL GREEN, PPI TODAY, PUMP & IP LEAD ALTS

Decrypt - Crypto mixed ahead of PPI, SOL outperforms. ETH ETFs get inflows after 6-day outflow streak. Metaplanet upsizes discounted $1.4b raise. KindlyMD commits $30m in Metaplanet equity raise. Sharplink buys back 1m shares. Ethena joins race for HYPE stablecoin. Native Markets favourite to win HYPE stablecoin race. CBOE plans perp style futures with BTC, ETH. Dems want seats at SEC, CFTC to support crypto bill. CFTC exploring recognising foreign crypto platforms. Gemini to IPO this week. Robinhood to embrace copy trading. Grayscale files for HBAR, LTC, BCH vehicles. Binance, SGB to offer direct USD transfers for retail. Vietnam approves 5 year crypto trading market pilot.

Real-World Asset Summit Returns to Brooklyn Under New Leadership

TheDefiant - The flagship Real-World Asset Summit is set to take place on September 16 and 17 at The William Vale in Brooklyn, marking the event's third consecutive year at the venue. This upcoming edition is positioned to be a significant gathering for industry leaders, particularly following the recent passing of the GENIUS Act, which has generated favorable momentum for the sector.

Crypto Market Stays Above $4T as PPI and Job Revisions Fuel Rate Cut Speculation

TheDefiant - BTC pushed above $114,000, while ETH is trading near $4,400.

UpBit Unveils GIWA Ethereum Layer 2 Network

TheDefiant - Korea’s leading centralized exchange is bringing its users onchain.

Metaplanet Raises $1.4 Billion to Expand Bitcoin Treasury in Upsized International Share Offering

BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Metaplanet Raises $1.4 Billion to Expand Bitcoin Treasury in Upsized International Share Offering Metaplanet finalized a $1.4B international share offering to fund major Bitcoin purchases and expand its Bitcoin income business, reinforcing its strategy to adopt BTC as its primary reserve asset. This post Metaplanet Raises $1.4 Billion to Expand Bitcoin Treasury in Upsized International Share Offering first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nik. ...

Billionaire EasyJet Founder Stelios Enters Bitcoin As Price Stays Still

BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Billionaire EasyJet Founder Stelios Enters Bitcoin As Price Stays Still With Bitcoin price hovering around $111,000, easyGroup founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou has launched easyBitcoin, a new trading platform. The platform, developed with Uphold, aims to simplify Bitcoin investment for retail users at a time when corporate Bitcoin holdings exceed 1 million BTC, representing 5% of the circulating supply. This post Billionaire EasyJet Founder Stelios Enters Bitcoin As Price Stays Still first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Vivek Sen. ...

Kazakh President Proposes a "State Fund of Digital Assets"

Trustnodes - "It is advisable to create a State Fund of Digital Assets on the basis of the National Bank's Investment Corporation," the president of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said in an address to parliament on Monday.

Crypto and Tech Start Preparing For the Midterms

Trustnodes - The midterms are months away, but for slow clogs they may well have begun, with a trade group founded by Google, Amazon, Meta, as well as participants like Coinbase and Andreessen Horowitz, announcing a new project to reach out to Democrats.

$7.4 Trillion Waiting to Strike

CoinPaprika - A record $7.4 trillion sits in money market funds, signaling fear today but setting up explosive moves when rates shift.

Kazakhstan aims for a strategic cryptocurrency reserve by 2026

Atlas21 - President Tokayev orders the creation of a national digital asset reserve and the development of the first CryptoCity in Alatau. The post Kazakhstan aims for a strategic cryptocurrency reserve by 2026 appeared first on Atlas21.

BREAKING: Packaging Firm’s Shares Skyrocket 5,000% on $270M Bet for Altman-Backed Worldcoin

CoinPaprika - Eightco Holdings shifts from packaging to crypto treasury strategy, raising $270 million to acquire tokens tied to Sam Altman’s digital ID project.

Public Companies Plan to Add $700 Million Bitcoin and Ethereum

Trustnodes - Hong Kong, South Africa, Europe, and others we may have missed, have announced plans to buy more than $700 million bitcoin for treasury reserves.

Strategy Inc Boosts Bitcoin Holdings with $217M Purchase

CoinPaprika - Strategy Inc announced it bought nearly 2,000 more bitcoins last week, funded by proceeds from recent stock sales.

Markets - Bitcoin Flounders Ahead of Fed Meeting

TheDefiant - Our chart of the week is pumpfun (PUMP)

Liquidity and Attention Cycles

TheDefiant - Trends to Watch (Solana renaissance)

Weak U.S. Jobs Report Meets Strong Services Data: What It Means for Crypto

CoinPaprika - The U.S. jobs report showed a major slowdown in hiring, even as services data suggested stronger growth and rising inflation ahead.

Lighter TVL Surges Above $350 Million

TheDefiant - Capital is pouring into the perpetuals trading platform as its closed beta draws to an end.

TRON Surpasses Ethereum in 30-Day Fees

TheDefiant - New PayFi integrations and stablecoin activity are driving increased activity on TRON.

Crunch Time For Crypto

Trustnodes - As we enter the fourth quarter of the second year of the bull, a time when the crypto market usually rises significantly and also starts to crash into a bear market, investors are facing the most difficult time to make decisions.

Maple’s SyrupUSDC Surpasses $1 Billion Supply Amid Arbitrum Expansion

TheDefiant - The yield-bearing stablecoin has grown by 59% since the beginning of summer as institutional demand accelerates.

Spot ETH Trades Hit Record $519 Billion in August but Bots Dominate Ethereum DEX Activity

TheDefiant - Trading volume on Ethereum’s decentralized exchanges rose 45% to $74 billion in August.

Bitcoin’s Next Boom: Dr. Jeff Ross Sees Economy and Crypto Ready to Surge

CoinPaprika - Hedge fund manager Dr. Jeff Ross believes the U.S. economy is finally set to heat up, which could unlock major upside for Bitcoin in the coming quarters.

Bitcoin Treasuries Surpass German US Bond Holdings

Trustnodes - Publicly traded companies across the world now hold more in bitcoin than Germany holds in US Treasuries for the first time.

Key September Events That Could Move Crypto Markets

CoinPaprika - The first half of September brings crucial economic reports and regulatory updates that could set the tone for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the wider crypto market.

Elon Musk’s Lawyer to Lead First Dogecoin Treasury Company

TheDefiant - CleanCore shares are down 50% today, while DOGE is flat.

Crypto Markets Rise Amid Trump Tariff Ruling and Fed Rate Cut Hopes

TheDefiant - Bitcoin, XRP, and Solana climb as investors weigh trade policy uncertainty and growing odds of an interest rate cut in September.

WLFI LAUNCHES AT $25BN, BTC HOVERS AT $110K, PUMP OUTPERFORMS

Decrypt - BTC hovers around $110k despite gold ATH. BTC whale continues to move to ETH. WLFI launches at $25bn, to buyback coin with revenue. HYPE hits ATH for monthly fees at $100m. TRON cuts network fees 60%. Metaplanet buys $112m BTC. Devs intro mechanism to tokenize burned ETH. Sonic Labs passes $150m proposal for US expansion. Chinese SOE issues first RWA digital bond on ETH. Coinbase, OKX target share of Aussie pension system.

Jack Ma’s Yunfeng Financial Adds $44M in Ethereum to Reserves

CoinPaprika - Yunfeng Financial has officially purchased 10,000 ETH, valued at about $44 million, marking a significant step in the company’s digital asset strategy.

Trump's WLFI Nears Circle in Full Market Cap

Trustnodes - The newly launched Trump affiliated WLFI token by World Liberty Financial is trading at a fully diluted market cap of $25 billion, not far off from Circle's market cap of $33 billion.

Avalon Labs Launches on Bitcoin Layer 2 Rootstock

TheDefiant - Rootstock looks to continue its growth with the addition of Avalon’s lending infrastructure.

Bitcoin’s August ATH Above $124K Could Be Cycle Top: CoinGecko

TheDefiant - With its latest all-time high in August, Bitcoin is breaking the usual post-halving pattern and may have peaked early, analysts at CoinGecko say.

Crypto Markets at Crossroads as Traders Eye Fed Moves

TheDefiant - Bitcoin is up slightly to trade above $109,000, while altcoins are mostly in the red.

Chinese Whale Sells $1 Billion in Bitcoin to Buy ETH

Trustnodes - A bitcoin address that at one point held 85,000 bitcoin seven years ago has liquidated 10,000 BTC, worth $1.1 billion, to buy ethereum.

Bitwise Sees Bitcoin Reaching $1.3 Million by 2035 in Base Case

TheDefiant - Bitwise Asset Management has issued a new long-term outlook that puts Bitcoin’s base-case price at roughly $1

Blockstream CEO Adam Back Predicts Universal Corporate Bitcoin Treasuries

TheDefiant - Blockstream Chief Executive Officer Adam Back said he expects every corporation to eventually hold Bitcoin on its balance sheet, arguing the cryptocurrency will become a universal treasury asset

Eric Trump Predicts Bitcoin Will Climb to $1 Million

TheDefiant - Eric Trump said on 29 August that he is convinced Bitcoin will eventually reach a valuation of $1 million, declaring “there is no question Bitcoin hits a million dollars

Ethereum Scarcity Fueled by BitMine’s $20B Power Play

CoinPaprika - BitMine’s massive Ethereum stockpile is pushing the asset into a new scarcity-driven era shaped by institutional money.

Trump’s Fed Power Grab Threatens Market Stability

CoinPaprika - Donald Trump’s attempt to remove Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook has sparked fears over the future of U.S. central bank independence.

Bitcoin’s Future: Dr. Jeff Ross Explains Why the Cycles Aren’t Over

CoinPaprika - Dr. Jeff Ross, CEO of Vailshire Capital Management, believes Bitcoin is still deeply tied to macroeconomic forces and will continue to experience cycles, though with gradually lower volatility.

Crypto Mosquito: A Single Image Can Suck Your Wallet Dry

CoinPaprika - A sneaky flaw in Apple’s image-handling feature lets attackers empty crypto wallets on iPhones and Macs—just by sending a picture.

Luca Netz Talks Playbook for Pudgy Penguins, $Pengu in Bull Market, Abstract TGE, and more...

Decrypt - Igloo Inc. CEO Luca Netz discussed how Pudgy Penguins aims to grow its brand and business and increase its access to capital amid the bull market in 2025. He touched upon several trends in Web3, including crypto treasury firms, tokenized stocks and the resurgence in sports and other big-brand partnerships.

Powell’s Last Jackson Hole Speech Could Shape Markets and Crypto

CoinPaprika - As Jerome Powell prepares for his final Jackson Hole address, traders worldwide wait for signals on rate cuts, inflation, and the Fed’s future—decisions that could ripple into crypto markets.

Lumber Crash Signals Cooling Economy – What It Could Mean for Crypto

CoinPaprika - Lumber prices dropping below $600 may not sound like a crypto story, but it’s flashing warning signs about the economy that could ripple into digital assets.

Amsterdam Amdax to Launch Bitcoin Treasury Company on Euronext

CoinPaprika - Amdax, a regulated Dutch crypto service provider, is launching AMBTS—a dedicated Bitcoin treasury company—with the goal of listing it on Euronext Amsterdam and eventually owning at least 1% of all Bitcoin.

BREAKING: U.S. Won’t Be Buying New Bitcoin!

CoinPaprika - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that the U.S. government will not purchase any more Bitcoin.

Crypto Market Cap Hits $4 Trillion

CoinPaprika - Crypto market has hit 4T for the first time

Supercore CPI Spike Could Shake Interest Rate Outlook and Crypto Markets

CoinPaprika - U.S. Supercore CPI has jumped unexpectedly, raising the risk of prolonged high interest rates and sparking uncertainty for crypto markets.

Crypto awaits CPI numbers

CoinPaprika - Crypto markets are holding steady as traders brace for U.S. inflation data that could sway Federal Reserve policy.

Harvard Buys Bitcoin

CoinPaprika - Harvard’s investment arm has quietly taken a big step into crypto, buying over $116 million worth of BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF.

Bitcoin and Stocks Rise on Tariff Day

Trustnodes - Bitcoin has jumped 2% over the past 24 hours after a somewhat volatile week with ethereum rising 5% while stock futures suggest up for Nasdaq at 0.7%.

Ethereum Treasuries: Tom Lee’s Bold Bet on ETH Outpacing Bitcoin

CoinPaprika - Tom Lee believes Ethereum has a realistic chance to outperform Bitcoin, predicting a potential 100x surge, driven by ETH treasury companies like Bitmine.

Tom Lee: Crypto's “Killer App” Moment Is Here—Wall Street Can’t Ignore Crypto

CoinPaprika - Fundstrat’s Tom Lee says stablecoins and tokenization are forcing Wall Street onto the blockchain, with Bitcoin leading the charge.

Lynn Alden's 2025 Market Playbook

CoinPaprika - Investment strategist Lynn Alden believes the U.S. economy is entering a slow-growth phase, but selective sectors like Bitcoin, hard assets, and energy equities remain poised to outperform.

Bitcoin and Stocks Fall on New Trump Tariffs

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Liquidity Tsunami: Why Crypto Could Be Entering Its Most Explosive Phase

CoinPaprika - Global liquidity is surging, and experts believe crypto markets are on the verge of a powerful blowoff rally as debt refinancing and stablecoins flood the system with capital.

JPMorgan and Coinbase Join Forces to Simplify Crypto Buying

CoinPaprika - JPMorganChase and Coinbase are teaming up to make it easier for users to buy crypto directly through their bank and credit card services.

BTCS Eyes $2B Raise to Boost Ethereum Holdings

CoinPaprika - Ethereum-focused firm BTCS plans to raise up to $2 billion through share sales to grow its crypto portfolio and expand operations.

PayPal Embraces Crypto for Global Payments

CoinPaprika - PayPal has launched a new feature letting U.S. merchants accept payments in over 100 cryptocurrencies, aiming to make cross-border transactions cheaper and easier.

Stocks Fall on EU-US Trade Deal

Trustnodes - European stocks are down today with Germany's GDAX falling 0.7%, the French CAC by 0.2% while the British FTSE is down 0.5%.

Why the U.S. Can’t Let the Stock Market Crash

CoinPaprika - The U.S. government is financially dependent on the stock market staying strong—and that’s no accident.

Strategy Boosts Bitcoin War Chest with $2.5B Preferred Stock Offering

CoinPaprika - Michael Saylor’s Strategy has raised $2.5 billion through its STRC preferred stock to fund more Bitcoin purchases.

Bitcoin Dips on Whale Cashout

Trustnodes - Bitcoin fell to $115,000 overnight, from $119,000, on no apparent news except an old bitcoin miner is cashing out.

Ethereum ETF Soars as BlackRock’s ETHA Hits $10B in Record Time

CoinPaprika - BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF has become one of the fastest-growing in history, attracting billions as investor interest in ETH explodes.

Binance Users Hold Tight as OKX Traders Take Profits

CoinPaprika - New data shows Binance holders are staying firm on Bitcoin and Ethereum, while OKX users rush to lock in gains.

Grupo Murano’s Bold $1 B Bitcoin Leap

CoinPaprika - Grupo Murano is shifting its strategy by converting $1 billion in real estate assets into Bitcoin, aiming to build a $10 billion treasury in five years.

Trump’s Crypto Fortune Grows with $2B in Bitcoin Holdings

CoinPaprika - Trump Media now holds around $2 billion in bitcoin, marking a bold shift into crypto that’s rapidly expanding Donald Trump’s personal wealth during his presidency.

JPMorgan Set to Launch Crypto‑Backed Loans

CoinPaprika - JPMorgan is preparing to offer loans secured directly by clients’ cryptocurrency holdings—marking a major embrace of digital assets.

US Marshals Unveil Real BTC Holdings

CoinPaprika - A recent FOIA release confirms the U.S. Marshals Service holds 28,988 BTC, far less than earlier estimates of around 200,000 BTC.

Ethereum ETFs Break Records as Demand Skyrockets

CoinPaprika - BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF just saw its biggest single-day inflow ever, pushing ETH to a six-month price high.

Bitcoin Eases While Stocks Gain

Trustnodes - Bitcoin has been in an inverse correlation with stocks recently, rising to a new all time high while Nasdaq was mostly red due to renewed uncertainty from tariffs.

BREAKING: Bitcoin hits new ATH of 123456!

CoinPaprika - Bitcoin’s record-breaking rally past $123,000 has stunned the market, with CZ and analysts suggesting there’s still massive upside ahead.

Bitcoin could reach between $250,000 and $350,000

CoinPaprika - With Bitcoin doubling every 12.7% of its life, data suggests the final leg of this bull market could bring a massive surge—if history holds.

Metaplanet Surpasses 15,500 BTC in Holdings with Latest Acquisition

CoinPaprika - Japan's Metaplanet has added 2,205 BTC to its treasury, bringing total holdings to 15,555 BTC and marking a significant step in its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy.

Elon Musk’s 'America Party' Backs Bitcoin, Rejects Fiat Currency

CoinPaprika - Elon Musk confirmed that his new political movement, the "America Party," will support Bitcoin, calling fiat currency "hopeless."

Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' Could Boost Bitcoin Appeal

CoinPaprika - President Trump's newly signed spending and tax reform bill may trigger economic shifts that benefit cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.

Bitcoin's Sleeping Giants Stir: $8.6B in 'Satoshi Era' BTC on the Move

CoinPaprika - Eight long-dormant Bitcoin wallets from the early days of the cryptocurrency have transferred 80,000 BTC, valued at over $8.6 billion, marking the largest known movement of 'Satoshi era' coins.

Bitcoin ETF Outshines S&P 500 Fund in Revenue for BlackRock

CoinPaprika - BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF is now generating more annual revenue than its long-standing S&P 500 fund, driven by strong investor interest.

Sparkassen to Launch Crypto Trading for 50 Million Clients by 2026

CoinPaprika - Germany's largest banking group, Sparkassen, will allow customers to trade Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies directly through its app starting in summer 2026.

BlackRock Eyes XRP ETF as Ripple's Legal Battle Ends

CoinPaprika - Ripple's settlement with the SEC sparks speculation about a potential XRP ETF from BlackRock.

Coinbase to buy bitcoin on weekly basis

CoinPaprika - Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong reaffirms his commitment to Bitcoin with regular purchases, coinciding with Coinbase's stock reaching an all-time high.

Trump Media Files for Bitcoin-Ethereum ETF Amid Crypto Expansion

CoinPaprika - Trump’s media company has filed to launch a Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF, raising questions over potential conflicts as he promotes crypto while in office.

Texas Makes Bold Move with State-Funded Bitcoin Reserve

CoinPaprika - Texas has officially launched a state-funded Bitcoin reserve, becoming the first U.S. state to do so independently.

Trump Cuts Crypto Stake Behind the Scenes

CoinPaprika - One of Trump’s firms quietly trimmed its share in his crypto project World Liberty Financial from 60% to 40%, raising fresh questions about off‑the‑record financial moves amid his presidency.

Companies Are Racing to Build Bitcoin Treasuries

CoinPaprika - Over the past year, firms across different industries have ramped up bitcoin buying, amassing about $87 billion in corporate holdings—nearly a third of all future bitcoin supply.

Crypto Stocks Soar: Circle Leads the Charge with 530%

CoinPaprika - Stablecoin issuer Circle (CRCL) surged more than 530% since its June IPO, fueled by a groundbreaking Senate vote on the GENIUS Act and a ripple effect across blockchain-linked equities.

BlackRock’s BUIDL Fund Now Accepted as Collateral on Top Crypto Exchanges

CoinPaprika - Major exchanges Crypto.com and Deribit now let users use BlackRock’s BUIDL token as collateral, offering a stable, yield-generating alternative to traditional crypto collateral.

JPMorgan Launches JPMD

CoinPaprika - JPMorgan is introducing JPMD, a permissioned deposit token designed to streamline and modernize digital settlement for institutional clients.

BBVA Advises Wealthy Clients to Allocate Up to 7% in Bitcoin and Ether

CoinPaprika - Spanish bank BBVA is recommending its affluent clients invest between 3% and 7% of their portfolios in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether, marking a significant shift in traditional banking attitudes toward digital assets.

Ukraine Moves to Add Bitcoin to National Reserves

CoinPaprika - Ukraine’s Parliament is reviewing a new bill that would let the National Bank include Bitcoin in the country’s official gold and currency reserves.

MicroStrategy Adds 10,100 BTC, Reaches 592,100 BTC Total

CoinPaprika - MicroStrategy has expanded its Bitcoin holdings to over 592,000 BTC after a $1.05 billion purchase in June 2025.

Pakistan Taps Bitcoin Billionaire Michael Saylor as Crypto Advisor

CoinPaprika - Pakistan has appointed Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy and a leading Bitcoin advocate, as a strategic advisor to guide the nation's cryptocurrency and blockchain initiatives.

Get Ready for 5% Yields: Why Real Assets Matter More Than Ever

CoinPaprika - Bond markets are flashing warnings of rising yields and global monetary inflation, pushing investors toward real assets like Bitcoin, gold, and property.

A new kids’ show will come with a crypto wallet when it debuts this fall

TechCrunch - A new animated kids’ series expected to premiere this year won’t be headed for a TV network. Or a streaming service. Instead, the founders of production studio We Ghosted Media plan to launch on a decentralized web platform that uses blockchain technology. And yes, a crypto wallet will be involved. We Ghosted Media — founded by […]

Researchers accuse North Korea of $1.4 billion Bybit crypto heist

TechCrunch - North Korea is behind the massive crypto hack, according to several blockchain monitoring firms and a well-known researcher

Sam Altman’s Worldcoin becomes World and shows new iris-scanning Orb to prove your humanity

TechCrunch - Worldcoin, the Sam Altman co-founded “proof of personhood” crypto project that scans people’s eyeballs, announced on Thursday that it dropped the “coin” from its name and is now just “World.” The startup behind the World project, Tools for Humanity, also unveiled its next generation of iris-scanning “Orbs” and other tools at a live event in […]

Aptos CEO Mo Shaikh shares his journey to web3 and market opportunities in Asia and Middle East

TechCrunch - TechCrunch sat down with Shaikh this week at the Korea Blockchain Week 2024 conference in Seoul to talk about Aptos' expansion; its partnerships with major Asian web2 companies; and how Aptos uses blockchain to make financial transactions seamless and cost-effective.

South Korean tech giant Naver launches crypto wallet in partnership with Chiliz

TechCrunch - Many tech companies are expanding their reach into the web3 market, integrating blockchain and web3 technologies into their products and services. In the latest development, South Korean internet giant Naver is launching its first digital asset wallet, Naver Pay Wallet, for the Korean market. It is partnering with Chiliz, a blockchain provider for sports and […]

Global crypto firms turn to Hong Kong for refuge — and opportunity

TechCrunch - With U.S. regulators continuing to ramp up their scrutiny of crypto, startups and founders in the space are looking overseas to find friendlier climates to support their growth. One such destination is Hong Kong, which, seeking to restore its status as a financial hub, is banking on favorable crypto regulations to draw a fresh raft […]

Vana plans to let users rent out their Reddit data to train AI

TechCrunch - In the generative AI boom, data is the new oil. So why shouldn’t you be able to sell your own? From Big Tech firms to startups, AI makers are licensing e-books, images, videos, audio and more from data brokers, all in the pursuit of training up more capable (and more legally defensible) AI-powered products. Shutterstock […]

Nine crypto VCs on why Q1 investments were so hot and how it compares to previous bull market

TechCrunch - If the 2023 crypto venture landscape was an ice-cold pot of water, the first quarter of 2024 is the part where the bubbles start to form right before water boils, Tom Schmidt, a partner at Dragonfly Capital, said to TechCrunch. And he’s not wrong: $2.52 billion in total capital has been raised across the crypto […]

Twitter User Claims TradingView Has Ignored a Fibonacci Retracement Bug for 5 Years

CoinTelegraph - Popular chart analysis service TradingView contains a bug in the Fibonacci retracement technical analysis tool.