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Bitcoin remains resilient at $79K amid market turmoil, while crypto crime threats rise and tax proposals loom.
Mexico builds an electricity-theft case against 300 seized mining rigs
Cryptopolitan - Mexican authorities seized 300 crypto mining rigs in Tlaola and are investigating whether the hardware was funded with laundered money.
DoubleZero adds Kalshi election market data ahead of US midterms
CoinTelegraph - The expansion gives institutional and automated traders real-time access to Kalshi’s political markets as election betting activity continues to grow.
NECC ranks crypto its third-biggest economic-crime threat, cites £25M Destabilise haul
Cryptopolitan - Britain's NECC ranked cryptoassets third among nine economic-crime priorities and reported £25 million seized in Operation Destabilise.
Google signs 22-year Loviisa nuclear deal to power €13 billion Finland bet
Cryptopolitan - Google will invest €13 billion in Finnish AI infrastructure and sign a 22-year deal to extend the Loviisa nuclear plant.
Suno launches new AI music models trained on licnesed music from Warner, BMG
Cryptopolitan - Suno replaced its entire AI music engine with a new model family, Suno v6, which has been trained on licensed material from Warner Music Group, BMG, and distributor Believe. The change is a direct response to the copyright suits that have shaken the startup over the past months, and shows that record labels are interested...
MicroStrategy Says It Has the One Thing JPMorgan Lacks
BeInCrypto - MicroStrategy says 91% of its balance sheet is permanent capital, unlike JPMorgan. The filings say more. The post MicroStrategy Says It Has the One Thing JPMorgan Lacks appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Ripple Veteran Schwartz Predicts XRP Can Flip Bitcoin, But There Is a Catch
U.Today - Ripple veteran David Schwartz says XRP could eventually flip Bitcoin by market capitalization. Ripple veteran David Schwartz says XRP could eventually flip Bitcoin by market capitalization.
Consensys and MetaMask split to focus on different layers in rebrand
Cryptopolitan - Consensys Software Inc. announced on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 it will split into two separate companies. Its consumer wallet venture has morphed into MetaMask, while its Ethereum protocols and institutional software will become a new company but will keep the name Consensys. The move is of particular importance to those who use MetaMask to hold...
Apple Unveils Redesigned Siri AI and A20 Pro Chip as CEO John Ternus Makes Debut
Decrypt - The company's first fall keynote under new leadership paired a Gemini-powered Siri overhaul with Apple's first 2-nanometer chip, plus a $1,999 foldable iPhone that won't ship until October.
Germany's New Crypto Tax Proposal May Transform Investment Strategies
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Germany is about to blow up one of the most investor-friendly tax rules in Europe. The Ministry of Finance wants… Read the original on Germany’s 25% Crypto Tax Plan Threatens Long-Term Investors’ Tax-Free Gains. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Bitcoin Price Steadies at $78K Despite $6B Treasury Action
Bitcoin.com - Despite a $6 billion long-term debt buyback by the U.S. Treasury, bitcoin experienced a volatile yet ultimately flat trading session, swinging between $78,095 and $79,650 before settling near $78,600. Volatile Trading and Middle East Conflict Bitcoin experienced another volatile trading period as it swung from just over $78,700 to $79,600, even as reports suggested that […]
TRM Labs doubles valuation to $2B in Series C expansion
CoinTelegraph - The blockchain intelligence firm said its annual recurring revenue has quadrupled over the past three years as it expands its AI-powered investigations business.
US Treasury's $6 Billion Bond Buyback: Why Markets Didn't Buy the Hype
BeInCrypto - The Treasury tripled its bond buyback to $6 billion. Yields rose anyway, and gold and Bitcoin sold the news. The post US Treasury's $6 Billion Bond Buyback: Why Markets Didn't Buy the Hype appeared first on BeInCrypto.
The 22% Sales Boost Hiding in Your Crypto Checkout
Cryptopolitan - By Kate L., Commercial Director of NOWPayments If you run an e-commerce business, your next conversion win may come not from another campaign, but from giving ready-to-buy customers a payment method they can actually use. As Commercial Director of NOWPayments, I work where crypto adoption meets business reality. One problem appears repeatedly: merchants can have...
Robinhood Backs Crypto.com's Prediction Engine Before NFL Season
CoinPaprika - Robinhood signed a multi-year deal with Crypto.com and its OG.com spin-off to route event contracts through OG.com's regulated exchange. The broker will also take equity stakes in both firms, priced at Crypto.com's $20 billion valuation.
Wintermute Highlights Bitcoin Resilience With Equity Investors Rotating Capital Into BTC
DailyHODL - Wintermute's latest market update shows crypto outperforming most risk assets during a week of hot U.S. jobs data that raised Fed hike odds near 60%. BTC closed up 3.45% above $80k with strong ETF inflows signaling rotation from stalled equities. The post Wintermute Highlights Bitcoin Resilience With Equity Investors Rotating Capital Into BTC appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Coinbase Is Building Financial Account for AI, CEO Brian Armstrong Teases
U.Today - Coinbase’s head reveals secure sub-accounts giving artificial intelligence standalone corporate banking features. Coinbase’s head reveals secure sub-accounts giving artificial intelligence standalone corporate banking features.
Kyrgyzstan opens 90 crypto crime cases in 2026 as market booms
Cryptopolitan - Interior Minister Ulan Niyazbekov told a state blockchain council on September 5 that Kyrgyzstan’s police have opened 90 criminal cases involving cryptocurrency since the start of 2026. Kyrgyzstan has drawn repeated Western sanctions over allegations that its banks and crypto platforms help Russia evade financial restrictions. How are virtual assets showing up in crime? Kyrgyzstan’s...
While Bitcoin Devs Debate Next Moves, IonQ Unveils Superion 256 Quantum Computer
Decrypt - The company has built its first chips and begun testing prototypes as it seeks to manufacture quantum computers in larger quantities.
FOMC September 2026 Odds of Rate Hike Surge Over 60%
99Bitcoins - CME FedWatch puts September hike odds near 56%, but Treasury yields—not Bitcoin—show the clearest reaction to Fed repricing so far. The post FOMC September 2026 Odds of Rate Hike Surge Over 60% appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
US accuses China of copying AI models, China hits back
Cryptopolitan - Three U.S. security agencies have come together to accuse Chinese leading AI developers of intentionally copying American AI models in a joint advisory released on Tuesday. Beijing rejected the allegations today, with the dispute landing some days before President Donald Trump is expected to host Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington. The joint advisory released...
Mexican Musician and Family Killed Over Bitcoin Cold Wallet Believed to Hold Millions
Decrypt - Mexican prosecutors allege suspects targeted Camilo Séptimo keyboardist Jonathan Meléndez and his family while searching for a cold wallet they believed contained millions in Bitcoin.
Ethereum’s institutional staking boom is growing, but Lido’s share is shrinking
CryptoSlate - Lido captured just 5.7% of H1 staking growth, while a negative NEST budget shows why deposits alone cannot fund purchases. The post Ethereum’s institutional staking boom is growing, but Lido’s share is shrinking appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Competition Intensifies Among Coinbase, Circle, and WBTC for Bitcoin Lending Solutions
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin holders want liquidity. They just don’t want to sell. And now, a growing crop of custodial token products is… Read the original on Coinbase, Circle, and WBTC Compete to Revolutionize Bitcoin Lending Liquidity. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Trade groups seek to block Illinois crypto tax before January effective date
CoinTelegraph - Following on their earlier lawsuit, CCI and the Blockchain Association seek to block Illinois’ 0.2% crypto tax, arguing it is unconstitutional and would impose costly compliance burdens.
Tron Founder Reacts as First TRX ETF Goes Live
U.Today - Tron founder Justin Sun confirms the launch of the first-ever U.S. spot ETF, offering investors traditional access to TRX on the Chicago Board Options Exchange, Cboe. Tron founder Justin Sun confirms the launch of the first-ever U.S. spot ETF, offering investors traditional access to TRX on the Chicago Board Options Exchange, Cboe.
Bitcoin miner manufacturer Canaan sells crypto to buy back shares after $97 million loss
CryptoSlate - Revenue fell below its $35 million guidance floor, while later crypto sales funded part of its share buybacks. The post Bitcoin miner manufacturer Canaan sells crypto to buy back shares after $97 million loss appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Consensys Is Splitting in Two as MetaMask Goes Its Own Way
Decrypt - Consensys Software Inc. will become MetaMask, while a newly formed Consensys will take over the firm's Ethereum protocols and institutional blockchain infrastructure business.
Bitcoin Price Stalls at $79K as US-Iran Strikes Shake Oil Markets
Bitcoin.com - Brent crude has surpassed $100 per barrel for the first time since July, while West Texas Intermediate topped $95 amid a military escalation in the Middle East. Military Conflict Escalates On Wednesday, oil prices surged, with Brent crude reaching two-month highs while bitcoin retreated to $79,000 following new reports of U.S. strikes on Iranian tankers […]
Zcash Locks In 2,413% Yearly Gain as Price Reaches Ten-Year High
U.Today - Zcash hits best price in almost a decade, with yearly gain reaching 2,413%. Zcash hits best price in almost a decade, with yearly gain reaching 2,413%.
XRP ETFs Keep Drawing Wall Street Money as Bitcoin, Ethereum Bleed
BeInCrypto - US-listed XRP ETFs saw $1.55 million in inflows on September 8, the largest among 12 spot crypto fund groups. Only Hedera (HBAR) products joined them, with $431,180. Four groups lost money, and six recorded no flow at all. Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) had not all fallen on the same day since July The post XRP ETFs Keep Drawing Wall Street Money as Bitcoin, Ethereum Bleed appeared first on BeInCrypto.
The First Staked Tron ETF Reaches US Markets as Yield Accrues to the Fund
CoinPaprika - The Canary Staked TRX ETF begins trading on the Cboe BZX exchange Wednesday under the ticker TRXS. It is the first US fund to offer exposure to Tron's TRX token while staking the underlying coins for extra yield.
OpenAI and Samsung further partnership on next generation AI chips
Cryptopolitan - OpenAI’s partnership with Samsung Electronics on next-generation semiconductors continues to deepen, and the South Korean manufacturer has now agreed to produce a custom AI chip for the ChatGPT maker, OpenAI Korea confirmed at a Seoul press conference on Wednesday. The move is expected to draw Samsung deeper into a chip race that has so far...
Hunter Biden's LAPTOP Coin Creates A Crypto Millionaire and a $200,000 Bagholder
BeInCrypto - Hunter Biden's LAPTOP coin peaked at $199.51 two minutes in. One trader made $1.18M, another lost $200K. The post Hunter Biden's LAPTOP Coin Creates A Crypto Millionaire and a $200,000 Bagholder appeared first on BeInCrypto.
German Finance Ministry Drafts 25% Tax on Crypto Gains From 2027
Decrypt - Anything bought before 2027 keeps the twelve-month exemption, so the change lands only on Germany's future crypto buyers.
AI Could Wipe Out Humanity, Former Ripple Engineer Predicts
U.Today - Former Ripple engineer and Anthropic researcher Evan Hubinger has warned that artificial intelligence has a greater than 10% chance of wiping out humanity within the next decade. Former Ripple engineer and Anthropic researcher Evan Hubinger has warned that artificial intelligence has a greater than 10% chance of wiping out humanity within the next decade.
British Pound Weakens Amid Disappointing Economic Data and Market Shifts
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The British pound dropped Thursday. It hit $1.2450 against the dollar, a move driven by weak domestic data and a… Read the original on Pound Plummets to $1.2450 as Weak Data Fuels Dollar Recovery. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
You can borrow against Bitcoin without selling it, but there’s a catch
CryptoSlate - Bitcoin holders who need cash do not necessarily have to sell their BTC. They can borrow against it instead, keeping exposure to Bitcoin while using its value as collateral for a loan. The complication is that the loan they want may exist on another network. Many blockchain lending applications run on Ethereum, which keeps its […] The post You can borrow against Bitcoin without selling it, but there’s a catch appeared first on CryptoSlate.
DCENT Unveils New Brand Identity Eight Years After Its Launch, Expanding Beyond Digital Asset Storage
BeInCrypto - South Korea-based digital asset wallet company IoTrust, led by CEO Sangsu Baek, unveiled a new brand identity for DCENT on September 8, marking the first major rebranding since the brand was launched eight years ago. As part of the rebranding, the English brand name has changed from “D’CENT” to “DCENT,” removing the apostrophe, while the The post DCENT Unveils New Brand Identity Eight Years After Its Launch, Expanding Beyond Digital Asset Storage appeared first on BeInCrypto.
German finance ministry proposes 25% crypto tax starting 2028: Report
CoinTelegraph - The German Ministry of Finance is reportedly seeking to impose a 25% tax on cryptocurrencies, departing from current laws that make crypto gains tax-free after one year of holding.
Bitcoin Paradox: Why Big Holders Taking Losses Signal Market Bottom
U.Today - Why even 'old money' Bitcoin holders booking losses at $78,400 points to a massive turnaround setup, according to CryptoQuant. Why even 'old money' Bitcoin holders booking losses at $78,400 points to a massive turnaround setup, according to CryptoQuant.
Bitcoin Forms Golden Cross, Traders Anticipate Fed's Impact on Price
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin hit $79,000. A golden cross just formed on its chart, and traders are watching closely to see if history… Read the original on Bitcoin Hits $79K as Golden Cross Sparks $100K Target with Fed Decision Looming. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
BitMart names Alvarez & Marsal as adviser while withdrawals stay frozen
Cryptopolitan - BitMart appointed restructuring firm Alvarez & Marsal as its financial adviser and has announced that it will hand oversight to an independent third party. Meanwhile, millions of exchange users remain unable to withdraw funds. What is Alvarez & Marsal doing for BitMart? BitMart has clarified that the restructuring firm Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) will work...
XRP Ripple and the Senate Vote That Could Shape Crypto Market Rules
99Bitcoins - The CLARITY Act’s September 15 Senate cloture vote could shape crypto regulation, but it will not decide XRP’s legal status on its own. The post XRP Ripple and the Senate Vote That Could Shape Crypto Market Rules appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Germany to End Crypto Tax Exemption with New 25% Flat Rate
cryptoDNES - Germany plans to tax Bitcoin and crypto gains at a 25% flat rate starting 2027, removing the tax-free status for assets held over one year. The post Germany to End Crypto Tax Exemption with New 25% Flat Rate appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Nearly a fifth of all Bitcoin mining power is sitting completely dark, and turning it back on could trigger a brutal margin trap
CryptoSlate - Luxor estimates 235 EH/s of capacity is idle for mixed reasons, complicating the capitulation signal as Texas’s summer curtailment window ends. The post Nearly a fifth of all Bitcoin mining power is sitting completely dark, and turning it back on could trigger a brutal margin trap appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Bitcoin Price Roars Back From $77,603 as Bulls Eye $80,000
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin’s price was back around $79,000 early Wednesday after buyers aggressively defended Tuesday’s plunge to $77,603, putting the leading crypto asset within striking distance of its $79,742 session high. The recovery has put bulls back in the driver’s seat in the short term, but resistance near $79,700 to $80,000 means the broader breakout is not […]
Former Ripple Vice President Yoshikawa Reacts to Viral Manifesto From Claude AI Developer
U.Today - Former Ripple VP reacts to viral Claude AI developer manifesto as fintech markets begin bracing for internal artificial intelligence risks. Former Ripple VP reacts to viral Claude AI developer manifesto as fintech markets begin bracing for internal artificial intelligence risks.
Major Bullish Signal for Bitcoin: Analyst Explains Why BTC Could Explode Soon
CryptoPotato - Are bulls ready to seize full control, or is a final flush still lurking ahead?
Bybit Expands Offerings with Round-the-Clock Forex Contracts and High Leverage
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bybit just moved into forex. The crypto exchange launched USDT-settled perpetual contracts on three major currency pairs — EUR/USD, GBP/USD,… Read the original on Bybit Unveils 100x Leverage Forex Perpetual Contracts for Major Currency Pairs. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Sterling is still up against several major currencies this year, but momentum is fading
Cryptopolitan - Sterling has made it through Britain’s latest political disaster and global tension without falling apart, but the pound is losing steam as the U.K. falls behind the change toward higher rates. So far this year, the currency is up roughly 1.6% against the euro, 2.8% against the Swiss franc, 4.9% against the Swedish krona, and...
Staked TRON ETF Launches in U.S. Markets via Canary Capital
cryptoDNES - Canary Capital launches the Canary Staked TRX ETF (TRXS), the first U.S. fund offering TRON price exposure combined with staking rewards for investors. The post Staked TRON ETF Launches in U.S. Markets via Canary Capital appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
UK Crime Agency Warns of 'Innovative Use' of Crypto by Launderers
Decrypt - The agency ranks cryptoassets third among nine economic crime priorities, and says it wants to generate its own targets.
Mexican Authorities Uncover Major Electricity Theft at Crypto Mining Operation
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Mexican federal prosecutors moved fast. Working alongside the Navy and Puebla state police, they hit a crypto mining site in… Read the original on Electricity Theft Crisis: Mexico Seizes 300 Crypto Rigs in Major Mining Bust. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Cryptopolitan Report: Bill Gates Says Nobody Has A Plan For AI. 56% Of Our Readers Agree
Cryptopolitan - What Gates Actually Wrote On August 26, Bill Gates published an essay on Gates Notes titled “The turbulent AI era is here. The choices we make now are critical”. For a man who has been an AI optimist for the large part over the past few years, the shift in tone here is striking. The...
Bitcoin ETFs Turn Slightly Red
Trustnodes - Bitcoin ETFs see small outflows as we enter the speculation window of was this it for the bear, or there's more...
Mexico Seizes 300 Crypto Mining Rigs Wired Into a Hydroelectric Dam
Decrypt - Forensic accountants are tracing who paid for the mining hardware, and money laundering has not been ruled out.
Nexus claims access to 170 million identity records
Atlas21 - Reported data may include UV and infrared scans of documents The post Nexus claims access to 170 million identity records appeared first on Atlas21.
Beneath the Turtle’s shell
Atlas21 - Behind the TurtleCute pseudonym lies a path that began with modified consoles, pirated video games and alternative operating systems. In the first part of the episode, the guest explains how mining and technical curiosity led him to Bitcoin. The post Beneath the Turtle’s shell appeared first on Atlas21.
Goldman Sachs Raises Oil Forecasts As Middle East Clashes Push Prices Toward $100
DailyHODL - Renewed Houthi attacks on Saudi energy sites and U.S.-Iran clashes over the Strait of Hormuz have lifted Brent crude near $100 a barrel, prompting Goldman Sachs to raise year-end forecasts and outline a $120 scenario if disruptions persist. The post Goldman Sachs Raises Oil Forecasts As Middle East Clashes Push Prices Toward $100 appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
New $75 Million Fund Files SEC Plan to Open Institutional XRP and ISO-20022 Strategy to Retail Investors
U.Today - Gratus Reserve V reveals why institutional XRP and ISO-20022 buys cost 10x less than retail, opening a $75 million crypto strategy to everyday investors. Gratus Reserve V reveals why institutional XRP and ISO-20022 buys cost 10x less than retail, opening a $75 million crypto strategy to everyday investors.
Gemini Receives Key Payment License in Singapore to Enhance Crypto Offerings
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Gemini obtains a Major Payment Institution license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore, enhancing its crypto service offerings in the… Read the original on Gemini Secures Major Payment Institution License in Singapore, Boosting Crypto Services. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Pennsylvania Man ‘Mr. Satan’ Gets 4 Years for YouTube Threats Against Trump, ICE Agents
DailyHODL - Shawn Monper was sentenced to four years in federal prison plus three years supervised release after pleading guilty to threatening President Trump and ICE agents online. The post Pennsylvania Man ‘Mr. Satan’ Gets 4 Years for YouTube Threats Against Trump, ICE Agents appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
VVV Leads the Way Among Major Crypto Gains Today
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Key Takeaways VVV trades at $27.86 after a 55.9% 24h jump. Bitcoin sits at $79,236.00 with 1.0% 24h gains and… Read the original on VVV Soars 55.9%, Captivating Attention in a Flat Crypto Market. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Iran eases currency rules to bypass US sanctions with crypto: Report
CoinTelegraph - Exporters can now fund imports with overseas earnings without first selling their foreign currency at official rates, the Financial Times reported.
Wintermute Flags Historic Shift: Bitcoin Bottoms Are Getting Less Brutal
CryptoPotato - Bitcoin is spending less time near extreme capitulation levels, suggesting the market may be maturing compared with earlier cycles.
Charles Schwab Filing Reveals Millions in XRP ETF Collateral
U.Today - A newly surfaced Charles Schwab regulatory filing has revealed nearly $4.8 million worth of XRP ETF shares being used as collateral. A newly surfaced Charles Schwab regulatory filing has revealed nearly $4.8 million worth of XRP ETF shares being used as collateral.
New ETF Linked to Staked Tron Launches, Providing Unique TRX Investment Opportunity
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The first U.S.-listed ETF tied to staked Tron (TRX) goes live Wednesday. It’s a real break from the usual crypto… Read the original on New Tron-Staked ETF Launches, Offering Unique Income Opportunities for TRX Investors. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Gemini receives Singapore payment license for crypto services
CoinTelegraph - Gemini’s local entity is authorized to provide digital payment token and cross-border money transfer services without standard transaction-volume limits.
Zcash Market Sees Surge in Short Positions Amid Price Stability
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Zcash short positions currently account for 72% of trader activity, while its price remains steady above $1,100. This imbalance between… Read the original on Zcash Shorts Surge to 72%, Price Holds Strong Above $1,100. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Cybercrime ringleader Malone Lam pleads guilty in $245M crypto theft conspiracy
CoinTelegraph - US prosecutors said Lam organized an international network that targeted cryptocurrency holders through social engineering and home break-ins.
Bitcoin Whale Profits Surge as Binance BTC Holdings Increase Significantly
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin’s short-term whale crowd is sitting on a mountain of paper profits. And the question right now isn’t whether they’ll… Read the original on Bitcoin Whale Unrealized Gains Surge to $9 Billion as Binance Reserves Rise. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Binance Earn Adds New Yield Arena Offers Across Simple Earn, Staking, and Dual Investment
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, Binance Earn has added new offers to Yield Arena this week, expanding its lineup across Simple Earn, ETH Staking, SOL Staking, Dual Investment, and related earning products. The update includes limited-time opportunities for eligible users in several categories, with rewards tied to specific subscription periods and product types. Under Earn Spotlight Limited-Time Offers, users who hold at least 0.01 USDe for 24 hours can receive 4.75% APR rewards from 2026-09-04 00:00 (UTC) to 2026-09-10 23:59 (UTC). In Simple Earn, users who subscribe to USDT Flexible Products from 2026-09-08 00:00:00 (UTC) to 2026-09-22 23:59:59 (UTC) may receive up to 7% APR, including an exclusive Bonus Tiered APR. The announcement also says users who ...
Jefferies’ Chris Wood Keeps Favoring ‘Picks and Shovels’ Trade
Binance News - Chris Wood, Jefferies' global head of equity strategy, said he continues to favor the “picks and shovels” trade as long as capital spending holds up, according to Bloomberg. He also said China’s domestic market gives it an edge in the AI cycle. Wood made the comments on the sidelines of the KBFG Korea Conference in Seoul.
XRP and the CLARITY Act: Why September 15 Could Be a Major Test
CryptoPotato - Here's why the vast XRP Army is counting the days until the September 15 CLARITY Act vote. But, can they be wrong?
Volkswagen Group Signs JV Pact With India's JSW Group Amid Overhaul
Binance News - According to Nikkei Asia, Volkswagen Group said on Wednesday that it signed a memorandum of understanding with India's JSW Group for a joint venture as part of a sweeping overhaul that could lead to 50,000 job cuts.
China Gold Jewelry Prices Fall Across Major Brands on September 9
Binance News - On September 9, several major gold jewelry brands in China lowered their domestic pure-gold jewelry prices from the previous day, according to Jiemian News. Lao Feng Xiang quoted 1,318 yuan per gram, down 15 yuan; Lao Miao Gold quoted 1,313 yuan per gram, down 19 yuan; Chow Sang Sang quoted 1,317 yuan per gram, down 19 yuan; and Chow Tai Fook quoted 1,317 yuan per gram, down 18 yuan.
AI TRENDS | OpenAI Korea Head Says Confidence in AI-Driven Memory Chip Boom Will Continue
Binance News - According to Jin10, OpenAI Korea regional head Kim Kyung-hoon said at a press conference in Seoul on Wednesday that demand for AI chips is expected to keep growing and that OpenAI will continue to prioritize cooperation with South Korean semiconductor supply chain companies. He also reiterated his market optimism about the AI memory chip boom after OpenAI released its latest AI model, GPT-6 Astra, earlier this month.
GEOPOLITICS | Brent Climbs Toward $100 After US Strikes Iranian Tankers
Binance News - Brent oil moved closer to $100 a barrel after the US struck Iranian tankers near Iran's Kharg Island export hub and in the Gulf of Oman, according to Bloomberg. Bloomberg's Abeer Abu Omar had the latest.
BTPI Says Small Bitcoin Payment Tax Exemption Could Raise Federal Revenue by $859 Million Over 10 Years
Binance News - Cornell Brooks School Tech Policy Institute said a minimum exemption for Bitcoin and crypto payments under $300 could increase U.S. federal net revenue by $859 million over 10 years, with an estimated range of $172 million to $2.58 billion. According to Odaily, the estimate assumes the number of digital asset payment users remains unchanged at 5.4 million. The report said U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis' S. 2207 bill would exempt such payments from capital gains tax, with an annual tax-free capital gains cap of $5,000. It added that some other legislative proposals would limit the exemption to regulated stablecoins, and discussions are ongoing. ...
Polymarket FaZe Option Jumps 19% in Counter-Strike Match Market
Binance News - The win probability for the FaZe option in Polymarket's "Map Handicap: FaZe (-1.5) vs magic (+1.5)" submarket surged from 30.5% one hour ago to 49.5%, a 19% swing. According to ChainCatcher, the move occurred in the "Counter-Strike: magic vs FaZe (BO3) - FISSURE PLAYGROUND Group B" prediction market event, and users were advised to watch for any related breaking news impact.
B.AI Says Registered Users Exceed 2.4 Million
Binance News - B.AI said its cumulative registered users have surpassed 2,400,612, rising from 2.3 million to more than 2.4 million on September 9. According to ChainCatcher, the platform described itself as infrastructure for the AI agent era and said it aims to promote efficient circulation and sharing of intelligent computing power.
AI TRENDS | Meta's Alexandr Wang Says Muse Early Usage Far Exceeds Expectations
Binance News - According to Jin10, Meta Platforms chief artificial intelligence officer Alexandr Wang said Muse's early usage has far exceeded expectations, and current Muse user activity is 10 times that of the test group.
Toronto Blue Jays Option Jumps to 89.5% on Polymarket
Binance News - The win probability for the Toronto Blue Jays option in Polymarket's Toronto Blue Jays vs. Athletics market surged from 53.5% one hour earlier to 89.5%, a 36% swing. According to ChainCatcher, the sharp move may reflect the impact of breaking news.
BlackRock: Faster BOJ Rate Hikes Could Lift Global Bond Yields
Binance News - BlackRock said faster rate hikes by the Bank of Japan could prompt Japanese investors to bring money home in search of higher returns, pushing up global bond yields. According to Sina Finance, BlackRock strategist Wei Li and others wrote in a report that the spillover effects are real and that bond markets risk forming a feedback loop. The report said Japan currently offers attractive risk-free yields, and that Japanese investors have spent decades sending money overseas to seek income because domestic yields were kept at ultra-low levels. As rates rise, some of that capital may return to the Japanese market. ...
STOCKS | Anta Sports, Black Sesame Hit By Unusual Moves
Binance News - Anta Sports (02020) and Black Sesame Intelligent (02533) were flagged for unusual trading at 11:10 a.m., according to ETNet. Anta Sports fell 3.09% to HK$73.60, while its RMB counter (82020) dropped 2.8% to RMB63.05. Black Sesame Intelligent fell 2.89% to HK$9.915, hit a listing low, and extended its losing streak to three days for a cumulative decline of 6.81%.
Ledger CTO Criticizes Security Researchers for Prioritizing Publicity Over Safety
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Charles Guillemet is fed up. Ledger’s CTO went public recently with a sharp critique aimed squarely at security researchers who… Read the original on Ledger CTO Calls Out “Attention Farming” as AI Risks Exposing Wallet Vulnerabilities. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
STOCKS | LME Metal Prices Pull Back as Middle East Tensions Escalate
Binance News - According to Jin10, industrial metal prices pulled back as hostilities in the Middle East escalated, after a key London Metal Exchange (LME) price gauge surged to a record high. The LME's six-base-metals index hit an all-time high on Tuesday, copper jumped to a new peak, aluminum extended its gains, and zinc rose above $4,000 per ton for the first time since 2022. Supply-side problems played an important role in the rally, but the U.S.-Iran war still poses a risk to prices by threatening global growth. In the latest escalation, the U.S. military said it destroyed five Iranian oil tankers carrying crude after an attempted attack on a U.S. Navy ship in Tehran. Iran's Revolutionary Guards said in a statement today that, in response to U.S. strikes on Iranian tankers in the ...
Aptos Plans First Testnet Reset for October 7
Binance News - Aptos said its first testnet reset is scheduled for October 7. The testnet will return to its initial state, clearing deployed contracts, test accounts, balances, and history, and requiring redeployment. According to Foresight News, the reset will not affect the mainnet or devnet. Aptos said the testnet has processed more than 10 billion transactions, which has increased storage usage. Regular resets are intended to keep storage at a manageable level.
GEOPOLITICS | NTSB Says Amazon Cargo Jet Increased Thrust Before Miami Runway Overrun
Binance News - The Amazon.com Inc. cargo plane that crashed at Miami International Airport on Sunday increased thrust seconds before it overran the runway and hit two vehicles, according to Bloomberg. The US National Transportation Safety Board said the jet applied thrust before the runway overrun.
SFC's Leung Says Hong Kong To Normalize Government Bond Issuance
Binance News - SFC Market Surveillance Division Executive Director Leung Chung-yin said in a keynote speech at the fourth HKEX China Opportunities Forum that Hong Kong will push for the regular issuance of government bonds, according to Ming Pao. He also said Hong Kong is studying the phased introduction of central counterparty clearing for bond repurchase transactions and the building of a dedicated settlement system.
GEOPOLITICS | IMF Considers Pandemic Preparedness Reforms for Congo as Ebola Spreads
Binance News - The International Monetary Fund is considering adding pandemic preparedness reforms to its financing program for the Democratic Republic of Congo as the country’s worsening Ebola epidemic exposes weaknesses in how it funds and responds to health emergencies, according to Bloomberg.
AI TRENDS | Apple Plans New Readiness App for Apple Watch
Binance News - According to Jin10, U.S. tech reporter Gurman said Apple plans to announce a new Apple Watch app called Readiness at its "Awe Dropping" event on Wednesday. The app will be a derivative of the existing Vitals App, which combines key health metrics including average heart rate, respiratory rate, blood oxygen level, wrist temperature, and sleep duration from the previous night. Readiness is expected to use many of the same metrics to further assess a user's recovery and whether the body is fit for activity. The new app is intended to compete more effectively with screenless health-tracking devices from Whoop and Oura.
GEOPOLITICS | Industrial Metals Pull Back From London Record as Middle East Tensions Rise
Binance News - Industrial metals retreated after a key London Metal Exchange price gauge surged to an all-time high, according to Bloomberg. The move came as escalating hostilities in the Middle East underscored lingering headwinds.
GEOPOLITICS | Santos CEO Calls for Gas Rules to Spur Investment in Australia
Binance News - Santos Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Kevin Gallagher said Australia needs gas regulations that encourage investment in new assets to avoid a domestic shortfall and keep global markets supplied, according to Bloomberg. Santos is one of Australia’s top natural gas exporters.
Binance Spot Will List bStocks Salesforce and Hims & Hers Health Trading Pairs
Binance News - According to the [announcement](https://www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/detail/7880bcb7f4744d8bbbba88cbbcd43124) from Binance, Binance Exchange will open trading at 2026-09-09 12:00 (UTC) for the bStocks Salesforce (CRMB) and Hims & Hers Health (HIMSB) trading pairs on Binance Spot. The exchange said Spot Algo Trading Bots will be aligned with the Spot listing time, while Rebalancing Bots will be enabled within 24 hours of the assets being listed on Spot. Binance also said users will be able to trade bStocks against BTC, USDT, and other tokens on Binance Convert at zero fees within one hour of bStocks being listed on Binance Spot. In addition, zero maker fees will apply to CRMB/USDT and HIMSB/USDT from the listing time to 2026-09-30 ...
AI TRENDS | JD.com Launches Physical AI Acceleration Plan
Binance News - JD.com announced the launch of its Physical AI Acceleration Plan at the 2026 JD Global Technology Explorers Conference, according to ETNet. JD Cloud said it will collect more than 10 million hours of real-world video data over the next two years. JD also plans to build 80 RoboBase robotics industrial bases nationwide over the next five years, while JD Logistics will buy 3 million robots, 1 million autonomous vehicles and 100,000 drones over the same period to push unmanned logistics across its full workflow. JD Cloud also said it has teamed up with partners including Moore Threads to ...
Xiaomi Responds To Test-Drive Incident After YU7 Launch
Binance News - Xiaomi said a customer accidentally drove out of a lane during a test drive on the evening of September 8 after mistaking the accelerator for the brake while turning to yield to a vehicle ahead, and no one was injured, according to ETNet. The company had launched its Xiaomi YU7 series on the evening of the 7th, with four models priced from RMB 209,900 to RMB 299,900. The lineup includes the N70 Pro, N70 Max, N90 Max and the N90 Max Explorer Edition with a lifting roof cabin. Xiaomi founder Lei Jun later posted on social media that locked orders for the YU7 topped 10,000 within four minutes.
CleanSpark Mines 593 Bitcoin in August, Raises Holdings to 13,703 BTC
Binance News - Bitcoin miner CleanSpark reported unaudited operating data for the period ended August 31, 2026, saying it mined 593 BTC in August and 4,903 BTC year to date. According to ChainCatcher, the company said its operating hashrate reached 50 EH/s, with fleet efficiency of 16.07 J/Th and total contracted power of 1.8 GW, including 808 MW in use. CleanSpark said its Bitcoin treasury totaled 13,703 BTC at the end of August. The company also sold 821 BTC in August through spot sales, call option exercises, and delta-neutral basis trades at an average realized price of $65,420. ...
UBS Sees NAND and DRAM Shortages Lasting Into 2027 as Global Chip Sales Fall 9.8% in July
Binance News - UBS said global chip sales fell 9.8% month on month in July, with memory sales down 16.3%, but the decline was mainly driven by lower shipments rather than weaker pricing, according to Jiemian News. UBS said average DRAM and NAND selling prices rose 8.3% and 9.8%, respectively, and forecast third-quarter DDR prices will rise 22% quarter on quarter while NAND contract prices will increase 20%. The bank said DRAM and NAND supply shortages are likely to persist until 2027. UBS also said the semiconductor upcycle remains intact: July integrated-circuit sales excluding memory rose 0.9%, logic-device sales increased 2.2% to a record ...