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Bitcoin remains resilient as major players bet big; crypto crime rises amid regulatory scrutiny.
Anthropic's $965 billion valuation gets doubled by leveraged crypto bets
Cryptopolitan - Crypto derivatives are pricing Anthropic at $2.12 trillion, more than double its $965 billion private valuation, weeks before its expected IPO.
Healey requires local approval before Massachusetts permits any data center
Cryptopolitan - Massachusetts now requires data center developers to win local approval from host towns before the state will even consider a permit.
CV Summit 2026: Global Leaders Convene in Zurich for the Digital Assets, AI conference
BeInCrypto - Zurich, Switzerland, Sept. 9, 2026 – CV Summit 2026, Switzerland’s institutional Digital Assets and AI conference, brings global and Swiss leaders to Zurich on Sept. 29-30 to examine where institutional utility of frontier technologies goes next. Franklin Templeton, Ripple, Binance, BlackRock, Standard Chartered and Deutsche Bank are among the international entities attending. Switzerland was the The post CV Summit 2026: Global Leaders Convene in Zurich for the Digital Assets, AI conference appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Illinois Crypto Tax Faces New Court Bid Before It Hits Residents
Bitcoin.com - Illinois’ 0.2% digital asset tax could cost crypto firms millions and expose them to felony charges for compliance errors, two trade groups warn. They want enforcement blocked before the Jan. 1, 2027 launch produces irreversible costs and customer losses. Crypto Groups Race to Stop Tax Before Illinois Users Pay Illinois crypto users could soon owe […]
macOS 27's release notes hide usage limits on Siri AI and Image Playground
Cryptopolitan - Apple's macOS 27 release notes quietly disclose usage limits on Siri AI and other Apple Intelligence features, tucked into the fine print.
3 Days of Losses: Dow, S&P, Nasdaq Slide as Yields, Oil Rise
BeInCrypto - US stocks fell for a third day as the 10-year Treasury yield hit 4.857% and Brent crude jumped toward $101 a barrel. The post 3 Days of Losses: Dow, S&P, Nasdaq Slide as Yields, Oil Rise appeared first on BeInCrypto.
'They' Killed Chat to Chat Well, Are Trying
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OpenAI just showed why one of its former researchers thinks AI could kill everyone
CryptoSlate - OpenAI says its latest AI system solved a 90-year-old math problem in 88 hours, reigniting fears over runaway intelligence. On Sept. 8, the company said that an internal model significantly more capable than its recently released GPT-6 Astra coordinated roughly 10,000 AI agents to solve the Navier-Stokes existence and smoothness problem. This is one of […] The post OpenAI just showed why one of its former researchers thinks AI could kill everyone appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Steak ‘n Shake’s Bitcoin bet posts double-digit sales growth
Cryptopolitan - According to Steak ‘n Shake, the decision to accept Bitcoin payments has yielded significant results, with franchise partners seeing a 19% increase in sales this quarter alone. The statement was released in its X post on September 8. While the story sounds great for the popularity of Bitcoin among retailers, it is still just a...
Crypto Crime Empire Crumbles as 22-Year-Old Ringleader Malone Lam Pleads Guilty
CryptoPotato - "If you build a cybercrime empire, we will find you, dismantle your operation, and hold you accountable," said US Attorney Pirro.
Apple launches its first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo
Cryptopolitan - Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) has finally released its first folding iPhone, seven years after Samsung Electronics (KRX: 005930) began selling foldable smartphones. The new iPhone Duo opens into a 7.6-inch handset and closes into a smaller 5.4-inch device. Apple says it becomes its slimmest iPhone when unfolded. Buyers get two finishes, star white and night sky....
Trezor Reports Another Security Incident: What Users Should Know
BeInCrypto - Trezor confirmed a third-party email provider breach that pushed fake STM32 security alerts to wallet users. The post Trezor Reports Another Security Incident: What Users Should Know appeared first on BeInCrypto.
A $119 Quest Diagnostics blood panel now feeds Apple's new Health Age score
Cryptopolitan - Apple's redesigned Health app calculates a Health Age score using VO2 max, sleep, and blood biomarkers, backed by a $119 Quest Diagnostics panel.
Trump Gives Timeline for Oil Prices to Fall, Brent Pushes to May Highs
BeInCrypto - Trump says oil prices stay high until after the midterms as Brent hits May highs and Bitcoin holds near $79,000. The post Trump Gives Timeline for Oil Prices to Fall, Brent Pushes to May Highs appeared first on BeInCrypto.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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%.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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%.
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 ...
DBS and Citi Settle 24/7 Cross-Border Dollar Payment on SWIFT’s Ledger
CryptoPotato - What it used to take up to two business days was settled for minutes during the weekend.
Biggest XRP Myth Shattered by Top Crypto Asset Manager
U.Today - Major crypto asset manager 21Shares is pushing back against one of XRP’s oldest controversies, arguing that Ripple does not control the XRP Ledger despite its deep ties to the cryptocurrency. Major crypto asset manager 21Shares is pushing back against one of XRP’s oldest controversies, arguing that Ripple does not control the XRP Ledger despite its deep ties to the cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin Holds, Wall Street Stalls as Oil Shock Revives Fed Hike Bets
Decrypt - Bitcoin is defending its golden zone support while the S&P 500 grinds inside its tightest range yet, both waiting on Friday's inflation report before the Fed's September 16 rate call.
Bybit launches 24/7 perpetuals for major currency pairs
CoinTelegraph - Bybit added USDT-settled perpetuals tracking EUR/USD, GBP/USD and USD/JPY, with 24/7 trading and leverage of up to 100x.
Strive Buys $109 Million in Bitcoin, Pushes Preferred Stock Toward $1 Billion
Decrypt - The Vivek Ramaswamy-founded asset manager added 1,375 BTC last week, its third straight week of 5%-plus growth.
Circle to Acquire Tazapay to Boost Global USDC Payments
cryptoDNES - Circle agrees to acquire Tazapay, a B2B platform handling $25B annually, to bridge USDC stablecoin settlements with local bank networks in 100+ markets. The post Circle to Acquire Tazapay to Boost Global USDC Payments appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Robinhood takes stakes in Crypto.com, OG.com in prediction markets deal
CoinTelegraph - Robinhood will route event contracts through OG.com’s CFTC-regulated infrastructure as it expands its prediction markets business.
Ethereum Gives Itself Until 2029 to Outrun Quantum Computers
CoinPaprika - The Ethereum Foundation's Protocol cluster set December 2029 as its target for making Ethereum's base layer resistant to quantum computers. It published its first unified tier list, grading 62 upgrade proposals and naming two as must-ship.
BitMine Now Holds $15.7 Billion in Various Assets as Massive ETH Buying Spree Continues
CryptoPotato - BitMine now holds 5.93 million ETH, worth roughly $14.8 billion, representing 4.9% of total supply and bringing it close to its 5% target.
Coinbase's XRP Balance Explodes 4870% on Rich List, but It Is Not New XRP
U.Today - 5.5 billion XRP suddenly added to Coinbase balance with real trigger explained. 5.5 billion XRP suddenly added to Coinbase balance with real trigger explained.