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ZachXBT ignored for months after $275K scam recovery

Blockchain researcher ZachXBT says he has been ignored for four weeks after recovering $275,000 stolen by scammers.

Record BTC outflow at Binance since 2023 amid Bitcoin rally

Binance saw the largest daily Bitcoin outflow in three years: more than 13,800 BTC left the platform in one day, while the price stands around $84,000.

Bitget hacked: $351 million stolen from hot wallets

Crypto exchange Bitget reports a hack in which $351.6 million was stolen from hot wallets. CEO Gracy Chen points to North Korean hackers.

10-year yield above 5.1% on strong PMI, oil rises over Iran

Strong US PMI figures push the 10-year yield above 5.1%, oil rises 3% as Iran negotiations stall, and Bitcoin falls to $84,000.

Bitcoin bull market confirmed by cost basis signal

An on-chain signal confirms that the Bitcoin bull market has begun. The STH cost basis crosses above the active LTH cost basis, for the fifth time ever.

MoonPay acquires North Capital for more than $60 million

MoonPay acquires investment platform North Capital for more than $60 million in shares to expand its tokenised assets operations.

Galaxy Digital buys $100 million in sUSDS stablecoin

Galaxy Digital adds $100 million in sUSDS to its reserves and accepts the stablecoin as collateral for institutional loans.

Bitcoin ETFs raise $715 million for four days in a row

US Bitcoin spot ETFs record net inflows for four consecutive days, with $715 million on 22 September. Ethereum ETFs follow with $162 million.

Bitcoin hashrate falls for first time since Chinese mining ban in 2021

The Bitcoin hashrate has dropped below its yearly average for the first time since China's mining ban in 2021. What are the causes?

Russia: crypto holdings reach $44 billion, investors bear their own risk

Russia has 20 million crypto users with total holdings of $44 billion. The freezing of stablecoins by foreign parties is at their own risk.

21Shares launches Europe's first Zcash ETP on Euronext

21Shares launches Europe's first Zcash ETP and an ETHFI product on Euronext Paris and Amsterdam.

Bitcoin at $86.000: these are the key levels for the coming months

An analyst shares the key support and resistance levels for Bitcoin at present, with the price around $86,300.

OKX launches Shield in Europe with up to €500.000 protection

OKX brings Shield to Europe: a security programme with reimbursements of up to €500,000 for VIP customers. No extra costs and built-in safeguards

Ethena's USDe briefly plunges to $0.92 on Binance

Ethena's synthetic dollar USDe briefly dropped to $0.92 on Binance before the price quickly recovered to nearly $1. The cause is unknown.

Bitcoin nears extreme greed, analyst sees pullback to $74.500

The Fear & Greed Index is approaching extreme greed as Bitcoin stands at $85,241.

X takes Bitcoin influencers to court over income fraud

X has sued two Bitcoin influencers in a British court for artificially manipulating engagement figures in order to defraud at least £207,384.

ETH withdrawals at Binance reach highest level in 3 years

The monthly average of ETH withdrawals at Binance reached 90,000, the highest level in three years. The Ethereum price rose 75% in three months.

Kalshi defends itself against wash trading allegations

Kalshi employee IcoBeast denies allegations of fake trading volumes and defends the platform's rewards programme.

Strategy is best Nasdaq-100 stock of the month with +47.6%

Strategy (MSTR) is the best-performing Nasdaq-100 constituent of the past month, with a price gain of 47.6%, far ahead of Meta, AMD and CrowdStrike.

Binance Wallet launches pre-IPO campaigns via PancakeSwap

Binance Wallet launches Pre-Access campaigns via PancakeSwap for indirect exposure to companies that may go public.

Robinhood Chain collects $4.5 million, pays Ethereum just $400

On 3 September, Robinhood Chain earned $4.5 million in transaction fees, but paid Ethereum only $400. What does this mean for Ethereum?

Interpol traces €36 million in criminal assets with Silver Notice

Interpol is expanding its Silver Notice system, through which 82 countries have already traced €36 million in criminal assets, including crypto and real…

Foreign holdings of US government debt fall to lowest level since 2025

Foreign holdings of US Treasury bonds fall by $50 billion in July to $9.25 trillion. China reaches lowest level since 2008.

ZigCoin price rises 24% as analyst buys the bottom

An analyst shares a technical analysis of ZigCoin/USDT and says he has bought in aggressively at what he sees as a bottom. The price has already risen 24%.

Coinbase seeks approval for stock futures in the US

Coinbase Derivatives has filed an application with the CFTC to offer perpetual futures on US stocks and ETFs in the US market.

Binance Research: tokenised RWA market grows 85% to $34 billion

Binance Research sees the market for tokenised real-world assets growing by 85.2% to $34.18 billion.

VerifiedX becomes official partner of Bitcoin Magazine

VerifiedX joins Bitcoin For Corporations and becomes exclusive custody partner of Bitcoin Magazine TV.

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs attract $577 million combined

Bitcoin ETFs received $433 million in inflows on 18 September, while Ethereum ETFs took in $144 million. Fidelity and BlackRock attracted the most capital.

Michael van de Poppe sees Bitcoin heading towards $90.000

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe expects Bitcoin to rise to $90,000 after breaking through $78,000 as a support level. The price is now at $80,695.

CFTC grants passive software providers regulatory leeway

The US CFTC is expanding its no-action position for passive software providers, including beyond the crypto sector.

Bitcoin ETFs attract $159 million on 17 September

Spot Bitcoin ETFs record $159 million in inflows on 17 September, driven by BlackRock's IBIT. Ethereum ETFs see outflows for the third day in a row.

Lagarde blocked European Binance licence in Greece

ECB President Christine Lagarde personally intervened to deny Binance an EU-wide licence via Greece. The crypto exchange already had a press release ready.

Ten crypto news stories: Lagarde blocked Binance, SEC approves token trading

ECB President Lagarde personally blocked an EU licence for Binance, while the SEC temporarily permits token trading and markets move towards 23-hour…

Solana price could rise to $1.300 according to analyst

Analyst sees bullish pattern on Solana's weekly chart. SOL built support around $100 and could rise to $1,300 after a break above $360.

Bitcoin rises 5% above short-term investors' cost price

For the first time since the start of the bear market, Bitcoin is trading above the cost basis of short-term investors, a positive signal according to…

S&P Global acquires smart contract security firm OpenZeppelin

S&P Global announces the acquisition of OpenZeppelin, the security standard for onchain finance with more than 900 security audits conducted.

Hyperliquid dominates perpetuals with $240 billion in 30 days

Hyperliquid processed $240 billion in perpetual futures volume over 30 days, more than five times the $47.2 billion of number two Arbitrum.

CLARITY vote draws more Bitcoin discussion than Fed rate hike

The failed CLARITY Act vote generated more Bitcoin discussion than the first Fed rate hike in three years, according to Santiment.

FET consolidates above support, resistance at $274 in sight

FET is trading in a consolidation zone above a key support level. An analyst sees similarities with 2023 and expects a sharp rise on a breakout.

Michaël van de Poppe: Ethereum is in an accumulation phase

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees Ethereum in an accumulation zone and expects an upward movement. ETH is at $2,460 with a daily gain of 2.6%.

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs lose $520 million combined on 16 September

US spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs saw a combined $520 million in outflows on 16 September. BlackRock's ETHA led the outflows among Ethereum ETFs.

PUMP breaks out of falling wedge after 37% correction

PUMP breaks out of a falling wedge after a 37% correction, which according to analyst DaanCrypto offers opportunities within the upward trend.

XPL holds $0.08 despite major unlock ahead

Trader DaanCrypto sees a substantial unlock approaching for XPL, but the price is holding steady around $0.08.

Deutsche Bank launches custody service for Bitcoin and Ether

Deutsche Bank will enter the crypto market in 2026 with a custody service for Bitcoin, Ether and stablecoins aimed at institutional clients.

Stock paired memes: the new narrative in DeFi?

Flap generates $39 million in revenue in Q3 2026, nearly 10x more than Q3. Analyst sees stock paired memes as the next big trend.

Kraken Bank cannot use master account despite Fed approval

Kraken received approval in January for a master account from the Federal Reserve, but is still not allowed to use it operationally.

CRV holds bullish structure with series of higher lows

The price of Curve DAO Token (CRV) is holding a series of higher lows and higher highs. Analyst AltCryptoGems still sees liquidity above the current price.

Bitcoin ETFs attract $160 million on 14 September

US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $160 million in inflows on 14 September. BlackRock's IBIT accounted for the largest share.

Bitcoin price around $77.000 ahead of expected volatile FOMC day

Analyst CrypNuevo expects Bitcoin to seek out the local bottom during Wednesday's FOMC decision. The price is currently around $76,946.

Revolut leaked data of 680 customers after fake government requests

Revolut released sensitive customer data after fraudulent requests via a hacked Italian government account. The ICO has launched an investigation.

DeFi protocol Spiral hacked for 10.7 Ethereum

The DeFi protocol Spiral has fallen victim to an attack in which approximately 10.7 Ethereum was stolen.

Bitcoin rises as stocks and gold fall after Clarity Act update

Bitcoin and Ethereum climb after an update on the Clarity Act, while the S&P 500, Nasdaq, gold and silver head into the red on Monday.

Bitcoin ETFs see $463 million outflow after three weeks of inflows

Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $463 million in net outflows last week, ending a three-week streak of inflows.

Japanese short-term interest rate at highest level in more than 30 years

The Japanese 3-month interest rate stands at 1.25% and the 6-month rate at 1.34%, both the highest level in more than 30 years.

Bitcoin funding rates recover after May trough

The 30-day sum of Bitcoin funding rates on Binance shows recovery after one of the most bearish periods ever. Analysis by analyst Darkfost.

Bitcoin approaches 365 days without a new all-time high

Bitcoin is approaching a full year without a new all-time high.

Two crypto entrepreneurs donate £72 million to Reform UK

Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne are each donating £36 million to Nigel Farage's British party Reform UK. The BBC reports.

Dell shares rise 12% to record high of $567

Dell closed Friday at a record price of $567.29, up nearly 12%. AI server orders and a new analyst recommendation are driving the stock.

Revolut shared customer data with malicious actor via government domain

Revolut disclosed passports, selfies and full transaction histories to a malicious actor who sent emails via a genuine government domain.

Bitcoin ETFs in the red for four days in a row, Ethereum ETFs prove popular

Bitcoin ETFs see outflows for four days in a row, with $13.29 million on 11 September. Ethereum ETFs, by contrast, attract $216 million, led by BlackRock.

Bitcoin golden cross reverses after decline to $77.000

Bitcoin's golden cross has already reversed less than a week after confirmation. The 50-day average fell below the 200-day line once again.

India tests tokenisation of corporate bonds via Demat 2.0

India tests the tokenisation of corporate bonds in a $620 billion market via Demat 2.0.

Michael van de Poppe positive on NEAR price

Michaël van de Poppe expects new yearly highs for NEAR Protocol. The price is at $2.45, up 1.7% in the past 24 hours.

US CPI figures may determine Fed rate decision next week

The US inflation figures for August will be released on Friday 11 September. They could be decisive for the Fed's interest rate decision on Wednesday.

US Senate revises Clarity Act with new DeFi registration requirement

Republican senators publish updated version of the Clarity Act with new rules for DeFi protocols and crypto at credit unions.

Bitcoin demand weakens as ETFs see $308 million outflow

Bitcoin is under pressure: spot demand falls to -145,000 BTC, ETFs see $308 million in outflows and the Coinbase Premium Index is negative.

Key US inflation data this week ahead of Fed rate decision

This week, the PPI and CPI figures for August in the US will be released.

ZIGChain launches $100M credit fund on blockchain

ZIGChain has reached a historic milestone with the launch of the $100M ZM1 Credit Fund in the DIFC UAE. The tokens are now live on the blockchain.

Iran routinely uses crypto for export payments

Iran is increasingly using Bitcoin and USDT for export payments.

Bitcoin ETFs see first outflow after three days of inflows

US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net outflow of $46.6 million on September 8, following three consecutive days of inflows.

ZachXBT: BitcoinIRA and iTrustCapital concealed data breaches

Researcher ZachXBT accuses BitcoinIRA and iTrustCapital of having concealed data breaches.

Jump Trading trades $148 billion on Hyperliquid in nine months

Jump Trading has traded nearly $150 billion on Hyperliquid since December 2025, accounting for 7.8% of the platform's total perpetual futures volume.

Analyst sees ONDO gearing up for breakout above $0.50

Analyst CryptoJelleNL expects ONDO Finance to be ready for a price breakout above $0.50, following an accumulation phase and a return above the 200-day…

BitMine bezit 4,9% van alle Ethereum en stapt op $15,7 miljard

BitMine holds 5.93 million ETH worth $14.79 billion, accounting for 4.9% of the total Ethereum supply. Total assets amount to $15.7 billion.

Copper price breaks record at $14.533 per ton

The copper price on the London Metal Exchange reached a record high of $14,533 per tonne, a rise of 47% in twelve months.

WealthManagementV2 hacked, attacker steals 26,414 USDT

The WealthManagementV2 smart contract on BSC was hacked after ownership rights were possibly taken over via a leaked private key.

Analyst sees NEAR preparing to rise to $3.75

An analyst sees NEAR Protocol recovering above a key support level and expects a price increase towards $3 and $3.75.

Hunter Biden launches memecoin LAPTOP on Coinbase Base

Hunter Biden launches the memecoin LAPTOP on Coinbase's Base network on 9 September, with 1 billion tokens and a distinctive tokenomics distribution.

Three warning signals for Chainlink price at $13.32

Analyst alicharts sees three warning signs for Chainlink: a sell signal on the weekly chart, declining whale activity and more LINK on exchanges.

Dollar at lowest level in 30 years in global currency reserves

The dollar's share of official global currency reserves has fallen to 57%, the lowest level in at least 30 years. Nevertheless, the threat remains limited.

Lummis: no CLARITY Act now means waiting until 2030

Senator Cynthia Lummis warns that the failure of the CLARITY Act this Congress postpones the next opportunity for crypto legislation until 2030.

Vitalik Buterin: 60% chance of efficient cryptography by 2030

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin estimates the probability at 60% that three advanced cryptographic techniques will become practically deployable…

Russia funnels record amount of gold to China via Hong Kong

Russia has transshipped nearly 100 tonnes of gold via Hong Kong in seven months, almost three times the volume of a year earlier.

US may buy back $34 billion of its own debt in September

The US Department of the Treasury could buy back more than $34 billion in government bonds in September. What does this mean for Bitcoin?

Bitcoin price approaches crucial decision point around $80.000

Bitcoin is trading around $79,800 at the top of a seven-month trading channel. Analyst CrypNuevo sees little momentum for a breakout.

Brit recovers $4.5 million in Bitcoin he thought he had lost

A British investor has recovered $4.5 million in Bitcoin that he lost in 2012 when the Intersango exchange closed.

Tokenized shares approach $3 billion weekly volume

Grayscale reports that the weekly volume of tokenised stocks reached nearly $3 billion in August, but only 5% is deployed in onchain finance.

Robinhood Chain hit by six-minute outage

Robinhood Chain experienced an outage during which no new blocks were produced for more than six minutes, reports WuBlockchain.

Fidelity: crypto bear market not yet over after August rally

Fidelity warns that the bear market in crypto may not be over yet, despite strong price rises in Bitcoin and Ethereum in August 2026.

Bitcoin ETFs attract $731 million on 3 September

Bitcoin spot ETFs saw a net inflow of $731 million on 3 September. BlackRock's IBIT accounted for $454 million of that amount.

Curve DAO chooses yRisk as risk assessor despite $9.6 million hack

Curve DAO has appointed yRisk as risk assessor for crvUSD and Llamalend. The two developers were previously involved in a $9.6 million hack.

Bitcoin ETFs attract $730 million as Bitcoin heads towards $81.000

BTC ETFs saw an inflow of nearly $731 million yesterday, representing 9,450 BTC. The price rose above $81K and short positions were liquidated en masse.

Coinbase files SEC registrations for single-stock perps

Coinbase wants to bring perpetual contracts on individual stocks to the US and is filing SEC registrations with its derivatives arm and broker.

Pocket Bitcoin data breach affects more than 5,400 customers

Pocket Bitcoin reports a data breach in which the data of more than 5,400 customers was exposed.

Aster DEX dominates perp DEX ranking with 256K holders

Aster DEX counts 256,000 holders, well over five times as many token holders as the number two among recent perp DEX tokens.

Pons sets daily record with $5.95 million in fees

Pons, the token launchpad on Robinhood Chain, has set a new daily record of $5.95 million in fees, placing it fourth in the global rankings.

ARK compares Ethereum, Solana and Hyperliquid to fast-food chains

ARK Invest analyst Lorenzo Valente compares Ethereum, Solana and Hyperliquid with McDonald's, Chipotle and In-N-Out based on their value model.

Bitcoin ETFs raise $101 million after day of outflows

American spot BTC ETFs recorded $101 million in inflows on 2 September, driven by BlackRock's IBIT. ETH ETFs, by contrast, saw $48 million in outflows.

Bitcoin stuck between $62K and $86K after failed breakout

Glassnode: Bitcoin stalled below the $83K to $86K resistance zone and is currently trading around $77,858. Support lies between $62K and $65K.

Multicoin Capital Co-founder Joins Backpack US Board

Kyle Samani, co-founder of Multicoin Capital and an early investor in Solana, becomes a board member of Backpack US.

Stablecoin outflow from Binance despite Bitcoin recovery in August

Despite $1 billion in stablecoin inflows on Binance in August, the net outflow for 2026 already amounts to $5.1 billion. Bitcoin did rise 25% in August.

HYPE included for the first time in U.S. crypto index ETF

Hyperliquid's HYPE token has been added for the first time to a US crypto index ETF from Hashdex, with a weighting of 3.4%.

Robinhood Chain breaks daily record with $3.75 million in fees

Robinhood Chain sets a fee record four days in a row, generating $3.75 million in daily fees.

Bitcoin ETFs bleed $236 million on first day of September

US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net outflow of $236 million on 1 September. Ethereum ETFs, however, did see inflows, for the twelfth consecutive day.

Two Thai businessmen sue Tether over frozen $42.4M USDT

Two Thai businessmen are suing Tether over the freezing of $42.4 million USDT without a court order.

XPL price under pressure due to large token unlock in September

Analyst DaanCrypto sees a falling wedge in the XPL price, but a major token unlock in September is weighing on the price. What are the levels to watch?

Bitcoin reacts to US unemployment figures every time

A recurring pattern shows that the Bitcoin price moves significantly every time US unemployment data is published.

Robinhood Chain sets daily record with $390 million trading volume

Robinhood Chain reaches $390 million in daily RWA trading volume, of which $217 million comes from memecoin-equity pairs.

Bitcoin price drops to $76.600 with an eye on $74.000

Michaël van de Poppe sees Bitcoin rejecting at $77,700 and expects a test of $76,200. If that level does not hold, $74,000 is the next target.

Felix Pago raises $200 million with a16z as lead investor

Stablecoin startup Felix Pago raises $200 million to expand into loans and savings products.

SEC modernises rules for tokenised securities on blockchain

The US SEC is proposing new rules for transfer agents to facilitate blockchain technology in securities trading.

Singapore seeks stablecoin licence with 100% reserves

Singapore proposes rule requiring stablecoin issuers to hold 100% reserves for licence.

1789 Capital invests an additional $300 million in Polymarket

The fund 1789 Capital, where Donald Trump Jr. is a partner, is investing an additional $300 million in Polymarket.

Solana network transactions hit record high as fees rise 80%

The Solana network sets records: fees rise 80% in three months, transactions double, and a new inflation plan gains 67% support.

Kalshi bans former politician George Santos for life

Kalshi gives former Congressman George Santos a lifetime trading ban after market manipulation surrounding Trump's State of the Union.

August strongest crypto month of 2026 with 83% winners

In August, 83% of the top 100 cryptocurrencies (excluding stablecoins) rose. The average monthly gain was 22.5%, the highest level so far in 2026.

Lazarus Group moves $30 million via Hyperliquid

Lazarus Group moves over $30 million via Hyperliquid while the platform works on regulated access to the US market.

ICE and tZERO collaborate on tokenised securities platform

ICE and tZERO sign a collaboration agreement for the construction of infrastructure for a NYSE-affiliated platform for tokenised securities.

Bitcoin in September: historically weakest month begins

September is historically the worst month for Bitcoin. Yet quickly deployed capital could break through the seasonal patterns, according to analyst…

Government sold FTX executives' Anthropic shares for billions

The US government sold Anthropic shares in 2025 that had been seized from FTX co-conspirators Caroline Ellison and Nishad Singh.

Chainalysis takes ICE to court over $95M TRM Labs deal

Chainalysis is suing the US government because ICE allegedly awarded a $95 million blockchain analysis contract to TRM Labs without a competitive bidding…

Bitmine now owns 5.9 million ETH worth $15.6 billion

Bitmine Immersion Technologies purchased 53,501 ETH last week and now holds 5.9 million Ethereum, representing 4.9% of the total supply.

DeFi lending market grows 30% in three months to $26 billion

The total value of active loans on DeFi platforms rose from $20.1 billion in June to $26.1 billion in August 2026, a growth of nearly 30%.

Robinhood Chain surpasses Ethereum in daily app revenues

Robinhood Chain generated $2.66 million in app revenue in 24 hours, more than Hyperliquid L1 and Ethereum, with GMGN, Pons and Uniswap as the biggest…

Bitcoin hovers around $78K: all eyes on $79.4K

BTC is moving sideways around $78K. Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees $79.4K as crucial resistance and is looking at $76.2K as an alternative entry level.

Sberbank wants Bitcoin, Ethereum and Tether as loan collateral

Russian major bank Sberbank wants to start offering loans with Bitcoin, Ethereum and Tether as collateral, once regulations allow it.

CZ admits: RWA growth came as a surprise to Binance founder

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao acknowledges that he seriously underestimated the growth of Real World Assets (RWA) in the crypto sector.

HNT rises more than 112% after news about Texan city

Helium Network Token (HNT) surges more than 112% after a major Texan city deploys the Helium network for wifi coverage.

Bitcoin realized cap rises by $4.6 billion in one week

Bitcoin's weekly realized cap rose by more than $4.6 billion, the strongest signal of capital inflows since the start of the bear market.

Bitcoin Inflows to Exchanges Peak Around $80.000 Resistance

BTC inflow to central exchanges spiked sharply around the $80K level in the past week, with Binance as the largest recipient of 10,700 BTC on average.

Maple Finance holds $4.6 billion AUM despite 73% token decline

Maple Finance outperforms the DeFi sector despite a token decline of 73%. AUM remains stable at $4.61 billion and active loans reach record levels.

Bitcoin ETFs see $202M outflow after nine days of inflows

American spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded an outflow of $202 million after nine consecutive days of inflows.

Fed Chairman Warsh wants a quieter Fed and warns of inflation

Fed chair Kevin Warsh warns at Jackson Hole that inflation is not yet structurally declining and argues for less guidance from the central bank.

Evernorth takes step towards Nasdaq listing as XRP treasury

The SEC has approved Evernorth's registration statement. The company plans to go to Nasdaq through a merger under the ticker XRPN as an XRP-oriented…

Raoul Pal: Stock market faces 'spectacular bubble'

Raoul Pal warns that artificial intelligence is undermining the valuation of software companies. But first, he expects one more classic market cycle.

Bitcoin increasingly looks like gold rather than a tech investment

Bitcoin's correlation with gold has risen above 50%, while its correlation with the Nasdaq 100 has fallen to 33%.

Dunamu and Visa collaborate on stablecoin payment services

Upbit owner Dunamu has signed a strategic partnership with Visa for stablecoin payments and AI financial services.

Abu Dhabi sheikh owns 49% stake in Trump crypto bank

Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed al Nahyan holds a 49% stake via StringZ Holding in the holding company behind the new World Liberty bank.

Bitcoin ETFs record ninth consecutive day of $242 million inflows

American spot Bitcoin ETFs have recorded nine consecutive days of inflows. On 27 August, net inflows amounted to $242 million.

ENA rises 10% after Ethena Foundation ecosystem update

ENA rises more than 10% in 24 hours after a series of announcements from the Ethena Foundation, including a proposed ENA buyback program.

Analyst sees Bitcoin bottom on weekly chart at $79.000

Crypto analyst CryptoJelleNL sees a bullish divergence on Bitcoin's weekly chart around $79,000, just above the previous cycle high.

Stablecoin supply grows again after three months of contraction

The combined circulation of USDT and USDC rose by $1.7 billion in August 2026, but that is modest compared to previous bull markets.

StarkWare executes first quantum-safe Bitcoin transaction on mainnet

StarkWare has executed the first quantum-safe Bitcoin transaction on the mainnet, without modifications to the Bitcoin protocol.

Nvidia books $96.2 billion revenue, expects $108 billion in Q3

Nvidia reports revenue of $96.2 billion in the second quarter of fiscal 2027, an increase of 106% year-on-year.

BlackRock dominates inflow into Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs

American spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $232 million in inflows on August 26. BlackRock led the way for both Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.

Memecoins Dominate Robinhood Chain, Not Tokenized Assets

More than half of the top 50 tokens on Robinhood Chain are memecoins, while tokenized assets make up only 12%.

BlackRock: $40 trillion US debt supports Bitcoin

BlackRock's Robbie Mitchnick says the $40 trillion US national debt makes Bitcoin more attractive as a hedge against fiscal risks.

Binance now controls 68.5% of stablecoin reserves on exchanges

Binance increases its share of stablecoin reserves on centralised exchanges to 68.5%, while the total declines from $80 billion to $64 billion.

Bitcoin realized profit reaches record high of $800 million in 2026

The weekly net realized profit on Bitcoin is approaching $1 billion, a record for 2026.

39 American banks join forces for blockchain network

39 US state banking associations establish the BankChain Alliance for a bank-driven blockchain network, with a planned launch in 2027.

Hyperliquid urges CFTC on 24/7 energy derivatives

The Hyperliquid Policy Center and trade[XYZ] are asking the CFTC to allow perpetual contracts on crude oil and natural gas on the regulated US market.

Rekt Capital: Bitcoin must hold higher levels

Analyst Rekt Capital warns that Bitcoin must stay above the 50-week EMA to prove its price strength. The price currently stands at $78K.

Japan works on blockchain settlement for bonds and shares

Japan, the Bank of Japan and financial institutions are exploring blockchain for 24/7 real-time settlement of government bonds and shares.

Crypto startups raise $1 billion in August, highest point of 2026

Crypto startups raised $1 billion in strategic financing rounds in August, the highest monthly total of all of 2026.

Michaël van de Poppe sees $82.700 as next Bitcoin target

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe expects Bitcoin to climb to $82,700 and possibly even $90,000 if it breaks above $79,500.

Kraken customers temporarily blocked after dust attack from HTX wallet

Kraken customers were temporarily locked out after nearly 12,000 small transfers from a wallet linked to HTX. The exchange calls it a dust attack.

Kinetiq announces Elysium L2 for Hyperliquid with HYPE as gas

Kinetiq unveils Elysium, a new L2 for Hyperliquid that uses HYPE as its gas token and focuses on spot trading, token launches and PropAMMs.

Ethereum developers working on quantum-resistant deposit contract

Ethereum developers propose a new quantum-resistant deposit contract that gradually replaces the current BLS system.

Standard Chartered first bank to distribute Hong Kong HKDAP stablecoin

Standard Chartered becomes the first bank to offer the regulated Hong Kong stablecoin HKDAP to institutional clients and partners.

Wallet manipulates reUSD market and causes $36M in liquidations

A large wallet is manipulating YT reUSD on Pendle, leading to $36.39 million in liquidations on Morpho.

Coinbase launches tokenized shares on Base network

Coinbase brings tokenized shares of Apple and NVIDIA, among others, live on the Base network, available 24/7 and backed 1:1 by real shares.

Michaël van de Poppe: ETH Nears Support on Higher Timeframe

Michaël van de Poppe expects Ethereum and other altcoins to regain ground once Bitcoin consolidates.

API keys of 659 Stripe merchants leaked with 688,000 customer records

A data dump on a trading forum contains API keys of 659 Stripe merchants and almost 700,000 customer records. Stripe itself was not hacked.

Bitmine owns 5.85 million ETH worth $14.9 billion

Bitmine Immersion Technologies holds 5.85 million ETH, accounting for 4.8% of the total supply. The total portfolio amounts to $14.9 billion.

Strategy raises $2 billion via share sale

Strategy sold 18.26 million MSTR shares for $2 billion and is establishing a new USD Cash fund of $1.59 billion for future Bitcoin purchases.

Michaël van de Poppe: Bitcoin can fall to $74.000 or rise to $82.600

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe outlines two scenarios for Bitcoin after a brief dip triggered by Trump news. The price stands at $79,857.

Bitcoin ETFs raise $1.92 billion in one week

Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net inflow of $1.92 billion last week. Ethereum, Solana and XRP ETFs also saw positive inflow figures.

Crypto Fear & Greed Index at 73: highest level in months

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index stands at 73, the highest level in months. After a long period of depressed sentiment, the mood is quickly turning.

Phantom to end Sui support on 24 September

Phantom wallet will end support for the Sui network on 24 September 2026.

Bitcoin rises 22% but leverage financing declines

Bitcoin rose 22% while open interest in coins fell to a one-month low. That points to a rally without a build-up of leveraged positions.

More than half of altcoins on Binance above 200-day average

After Trump's announcements, altcoins rose by 24% in three days. More than half of those on Binance are again trading above the 200-day moving average.

Hyperliquid Builder Codes reach record volume of $984 million

On 21 August, Hyperliquid Builder Codes recorded a daily record of $984 million in perpetual futures volume, with $782,000 in combined revenue.

Eric Trump calls rumours about new Trump coin a scam

Eric Trump denies rumours that Donald Trump is launching a new crypto coin. He calls the claims "absolutely untrue" and warns against scams.

OKX X-Perps reaches $1.5 billion weekly volume in August

OKX X-Perps is now processing approximately $1.5 billion in trading volume per week.

Open interest on perp DEX platforms rises to 2026 high

Total open interest on decentralised perpetual exchanges has risen above $20 billion, the highest level of 2026.

Analyst sees Bitcoin 'god candle' as signal for new bull market

An analyst compares Bitcoin's recent weekly gain to similar moves from 2019 and 2023, both of which were followed by a new bull market.

Bitcoin ETFs post fifth straight day of $307 million inflows

Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $307 million on 21 August, marking the fifth consecutive day of net inflows. Ethereum ETFs also showed a five-day streak.

Uniswap burns a daily record of $590.000 in UNI

On 21 August, Uniswap set a new daily record: in one day, $590k worth of UNI was burned, the highest amount ever in dollars.

Crypto market tumbles: Bitcoin drops to $77k and Ether to $2.4k

After a rally of nearly 30% in five days, Bitcoin falls back to $77,000. In 24 hours, $1.82 billion in crypto positions are liquidated.

Crypto stocks surge: Coinbase and MARA lead the way

American crypto-related stocks are rising sharply in 48 hours. Coinbase +30%, MARA +33%, Strategy +28% and Circle +28% are the biggest gainers.

UK sends 81,000 tax warnings to crypto holders

The British tax authority HMRC sent more than 81,000 warning letters to crypto owners in the 2025/2026 tax year, almost three times as many as in 2024.

Bitcoin ETFs attract $606 million on August 20

Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net inflow of $606 million on August 20, the fourth consecutive day. Ethereum ETFs also continued their positive streak.

MANTRA Chain halted after unknown incident

MANTRA Chain has shut down the network and frozen all transactions following an unknown incident. The cause has not yet been determined.

CZ advocates for tokenisation of all assets on all blockchains

Binance founder CZ states that tokenisation helps countries attract foreign investment and supports it on all blockchains.

Bitcoin price rises 20% in five days to $77.000

Bitcoin rises more than 20% in less than five days, from $63,000 to above $77,000. Strongest weekly rally since February 2024.

Bitcoin breaks through $76.000, Ethereum passes Dell

Bitcoin rises 9.58% in 24 hours to $76,000 and overtakes Meta in the market cap ranking. Ethereum passes Dell with $283.9 billion in market value.

1,010 ETH stolen via expired Tornado Cash domain

A user loses 1,010 ETH via a phishing site on the expired domain of Tornado Cash.

Large Ethereum wallets have been shrinking for three months

Wallets with more than 1,000 ETH lost almost 1.7 million coins between May and August 2026. Small holders are gaining ground.

Glassnode: Bitcoin Recovery Is a Local Rally, Not a Trend Reversal

Glassnode sees Bitcoin still in a capitulation phase, with further bottom formation remaining likely.

OKX bans Claude for employees in Hong Kong

OKX blocks the use of Anthropic's Claude AI for employees in Hong Kong after a temporary suspension of the corporate account in August.

Bitcoin ETFs attract $517 million, BlackRock leads

US spot BTC ETFs received $517 million in inflows on 19 August. BlackRock was the largest contributor with $285 million, and ETH ETFs also performed well.

Bitcoin rises 7.1% due to largest short squeeze ever on Binance

More than $1.4 billion in short positions was liquidated, including $311 million on Binance alone. Bitcoin recorded its best session since February 2026.

Grayscale files fourth amendment for Zcash ETF on NYSE Arca

Grayscale files a fourth S-3/A amendment with the SEC for its Zcash Trust, with a proposed listing on NYSE Arca under the ticker ZCSH.

Hyperliquid requests feedback on new HIP-4 templates

Hyperliquid core contributor Xulian seeks feedback on the latest HIP-4 templates. Validators review and vote on inclusion on mainnet.

Bitcoin stabilises above cost basis while gold and oil rise

Bitcoin is stabilising above key cost levels, according to an analyst at Glassnode, despite gold and oil rising. The price stands at $67,911.

FBI May Be on Trail of Perpetrators of Coldcard Bitcoin Theft

The FBI has possibly identified the perpetrators behind the first wave of the Coldcard hack.

Bitcoin ETFs attract $189 million, Hashdex ETF stops

Bitcoin ETFs see $189M inflow while Hashdex ETF halts operations.

Retail demand for Bitcoin hits two-year high

The retail demand for Bitcoin is rising to its highest level in two years. With 10,883 BTC, a new demand record for 2026 has been set.

OKX Card sees purchase volume in Europe rise by 280%

The use of the OKX Card in Europe is surging. Customers are increasingly using cryptocurrencies for groceries, transport, and fuel.

Arthur Hayes leads Flop Labs with fair launch and airdrop

Arthur Hayes announces he will lead Flop Labs. The FLOP token is intended as a means of payment for AI agents, with an airdrop in Q4 2026 and a genesis…

Bitcoin ETFs attract $298 million on August 17

American spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net inflow of $298 million on 17 August. Ethereum ETFs added $30.85 million to that.

South Korea blocks Polymarket over gambling concerns

South Korea's media watchdog blocks access to prediction platform Polymarket.

Michaël van de Poppe sees buying opportunity for Sui after liquidity dip

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees a buying opportunity for Sui after a classic liquidity sweep. He expects a recovery towards $0.75.

Michaël van de Poppe: Plume can reach new peaks

Michaël van de Poppe expects Plume to break through to $0.01300 and then potentially reach new price highs. What are the conditions?

Trump's World Liberty Partners with Chinese AI Model Platform

World Liberty Financial partners with AI platform WorldClaw, with access to Chinese AI models.

Binance seeks to re-enter UK market with FCA licence application

Binance is preparing a licence application with the UK FCA under the new crypto regulatory regime. The application window opens on 30 September 2026.

Binance gave Russia user data that led to terrorism case

Binance provided Russian authorities with data on a user who donated crypto to Ukrainian fundraising campaigns in 2025.

Bitcoin realized price at $52.600 while price remains around $63.400

CryptoQuant sees a historical pattern in which the Bitcoin bottom may already be behind us.

Ethereum Hegota upgrade in 2027: what is on the agenda?

The Hegota upgrade of Ethereum is planned for 2027. Faster transactions, better scalability and paying gas in other tokens are among the plans.

Vitalik Buterin: Ethereum scalability learns from Bitcoin

Vitalik Buterin says the Bitcoin community deserves credit for technologies such as Utreexo, and that ETH is exploring similar ideas for scalability.

SafePal reports data breach: data of 39,798 customers exposed

Crypto wallet provider SafePal has reported a security vulnerability in an order tracking plugin, which leaked personal data of nearly 40,000 customers.

Chainlink breaks above $8.90 after Standard Chartered report

Chainlink breaks above the $8.90 level and outperforms the market. Analysts point to the Standard Chartered report as a potential catalyst.

Record number of 3.56 million Bitcoin deemed lost

More than 3.56 million Bitcoin, or 17.7% of the circulating supply, has not moved for over ten years and is therefore considered lost.

WSJ: problems with American capitalism are real

WSJ columnist Gerard Baker contends that discontent with American capitalism is rooted in genuine problems, from inequality to political corruption.

Ethereum network grows rapidly: 214K new addresses per day

The number of new daily Ethereum addresses rose from 121,210 on 8 August to 214,000 on 14 August. What does this say about adoption?

Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index Negative for 90 Days in a Row

The Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index has been in the red for 90 consecutive days.

Bitcoin at $1 million is unattainable until 2030

Markus Thielen of 10x Research says that Bitcoin will not reach $1 million per coin by 2030. It would need $15 trillion in capital.

ABFinance halts before launch: Helen Liu platform closes doors

ABFinance, the crypto platform from former Bybit co-CEO Helen Liu, is closing its doors before the official launch and winding down its activities in an…

Berkshire Hathaway doubles Alphabet shares to $38 billion

Berkshire Hathaway increased its Alphabet position by 83% to approximately $38 billion. Google's parent company is now the third-largest holding.

XRP price falls below $1.00 as on-chain activity rises

Negative sentiment around XRP reaches a three-month high, while on-chain activity reaches its highest level in two months.

France confirms cyber-attack on tax authority with 678,000 victims

Hackers have stolen data from more than 678,000 French taxpayers. The attack on the tax authority took place in June, but was only recently made public.

StablecoinX holds 3 billion ENA, accounting for 20% of the total supply

StablecoinX, listed on Nasdaq, holds 3 billion ENA tokens worth $218 million. The company reports a net loss of $34.2 million in Q2.

Gemini posts loss for fourth consecutive quarter

Crypto exchange Gemini reports a net loss of $107.7 million in Q2 2026, the fourth consecutive loss-making quarter since its IPO.

FG Nexus sells all Ethereum and switches to real estate

FG Nexus sold all of its Ethereum before 30 June, thereby closing its crypto strategy at a loss of more than $45 million.

Norwegian sovereign wealth fund holds $81.87 million in BitMine shares

The Norwegian state fund holds 6.15 million shares in BitMine Immersion Technologies, valued at $81.87 million and providing indirect exposure to Ethereum.

Tether completes first full financial audit with KPMG approval

KPMG has audited Tether's 2025 financial statements and issued an unqualified audit opinion.

Chinese AI company Z.ai launches model that challenges Anthropic and OpenAI

Z.ai launches GLM-5.3, an AI model that outperforms Anthropic and OpenAI models on multiple benchmarks.

Whales deposit record amount of Bitcoin on Binance

The whale inflow ratio on Binance reaches a historical high of 0.65, while the macroeconomic environment is relatively calm.

Bitcoin ETF sees $131 million outflow on August 13

US Bitcoin spot ETFs register $131 million in net outflows on August 13. ARKB from ARK Invest and 21Shares leads the outflows.

SEC postpones meeting and tokenization exemption again

The SEC cancels a planned public meeting on crypto rules and further postpones the tokenization innovation exemption due to the Clarity Act.

Plume and Shinhan Asset Management test tokenised fund on blockchain

Plume and Shinhan Asset Management sign an MOU for a proof of concept of a tokenised fund priced in Korean Won on the blockchain.

Deribit receives broker-dealer licence from Dubai regulator VARA

Deribit receives a broker dealer licence in Dubai and gains access to deeper liquidity via Coinbase Exchange.

FCA and crypto exchange HTX in settlement talks over illegal promotion

The British FCA and crypto exchange HTX are holding settlement talks over illegal crypto promotions to British consumers.

Trezor warns of data breach at shipping partner

Trezor reports data breach at its shipping partner. Over 13,000 customers have been affected. The company is working on an anonymous delivery option.

Bitcoin ETF sees $61 million outflow, Ethereum ETF in demand

American spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $61 million in outflows on August 12, while Ethereum ETFs recorded $7.4 million in inflows via BlackRock.

Hyperliquid opens fast data nodes for infrastructure providers

Hyperliquid opens its low latency data nodes for less than $1,000 per month, without staking HYPE.

Bitcoin OG traders had the most profitable cycle ever

Bitcoin OG traders booked their largest profits ever while ETFs and DATs suffered the losses. Analysis of on-chain data reveals how the market has shifted.

Coinbase launches new matching engine for Deribit with 100,000 orders per second

Coinbase introduces a powerful new matching engine on Deribit that processes over 100,000 orders per second with sub-millisecond latency.

Solana came dangerously close to a network shutdown due to an outage at one hosting provider

On 12 August 2026, nearly 29% of all staked Solana went offline after a routing error at Teraswitch. The network was 86% of the way to a complete halt.

High trading volumes may indicate an approaching price reversal

A sudden volume spike of more than twice the average can be a signal that a large price movement is reaching its limit.

Bitcoin Choppiness Index at highest point in years: breakout imminent?

Bitcoin's choppiness index is at its highest level in years. This points to increasing volatility that could erupt in the short term.

Strategy CEO: company buys Bitcoin again later this year

Strategy CEO Phong Le says the company will buy Bitcoin again later this year, despite recent sales of part of its holdings.

Analyst advises caution when chasing absolute lows

Analyst warns investors against chasing the absolute price bottom.

Stablecoin reserves on Binance drop to lowest point in a year

The stablecoin reserves on Binance have fallen to $41.9 billion, the lowest level since October 2025. What does this say about market sentiment?

Near Protocol price approaches bottom level according to Michaël van de Poppe

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees a bullish divergence on Near Protocol's MACD and expects a price recovery towards $2.40 in Q4 2026.

Chainlink whales most active in five months: 46.57% of supply in hands

Chainlink records its highest whale activity in five months, with 246 large transactions in 24 hours.

Vulnerability in Coldcard wallet led to theft of $111 million in Bitcoin

A vulnerability in the Coldcard hardware wallet led to the theft of at least 1,719 Bitcoin worth $111 million.

Harmony ONE price crashes 30% after exploit of 4 billion tokens

Harmony ONE has dropped by 30% following an exploit in which 4 billion ONE tokens were unlawfully created, accounting for 26% of the total supply.

Aster launches AOS-2 for perpetual listings with 1 million ASTER staking

Aster introduces AOS-2, an open standard for perpetual listings whereby applicants lock up 1 million ASTER for four years and go through an onchain vote.

RWA grows explosively while DeFi TVL falls by 54%

While DeFi TVL drops 54% from its 2025 peak, the market capitalisation of tokenized real-world assets rises by more than 550%.

Bitcoin ETF sees $145 million in outflows on Monday

American Bitcoin ETFs saw outflows of $145 million on August 10. Ethereum ETFs lost $14.6 million. Grayscale was the only exception.

Ravencoin network hit by critical vulnerability and chain split

A critical vulnerability affects the Ravencoin network. Invalid blocks were accepted, and a three-day chain reorganization is looming.

BlackRock lowers minimum investment for Bitcoin ETF from $25 million to $1 million

BlackRock lowers the minimum threshold for direct Bitcoin conversion into IBIT shares from $25 million to $1 million.

MARA sold more than 23,000 Bitcoin in first half of 2026

Bitcoin miner MARA sold 23,093 Bitcoin for $1.63 billion in the first half of 2026, at an average price of $70,631 per coin.

Strategy sells 1,690 Bitcoin to buy back its own shares

Strategy sells 1,690 Bitcoin for $108.6 million to buy back STRC shares. The company now holds 840,447 BTC worth $63.36 billion.

Crypto investor Harry Yeh found dead after fall from tower in Paraguay

Crypto investor Harry Yeh, founder of Quantum Fintech Group and involved in the Fantom ecosystem, has been found dead in Paraguay after a fall from a…

Vitalik Buterin Amends Ethereum Roadmap: Privacy and Quantum Security Take Priority

Vitalik Buterin updates the Ethereum roadmap. Quantum safety, privacy and native rollups are receiving more attention, while other plans are being dropped.

Bitcoin CDD Rises After Trough, but Selling Is Not the Only Explanation

The BTC CDD indicator is rising again after a two-year low. This points to movements by long-term holders, but a security event is also playing a role.

RWA trading volume on perp DEX platforms reaches record high in July

The monthly RWA trading volume on perpetual DEX platforms reached a record of $141 billion in July 2026, an increase of 19.5% compared with June.

Bitcoin STH SOPR approaches critical level between profit and loss

The Bitcoin STH SOPR stands at 0.997 and is sitting on the border between realised profit and loss. What does this mean for the market?

Ethereum Transactions at Record High, Fees at Record Low

The Ethereum network is processing more transactions per month than ever before, while average transaction costs have fallen to $0.0191.

Ethereum and Solana reconsider their inflation plans

Galaxy Research analyzes why Ethereum and Solana are reconsidering their inflation models and what that means for the value of ETH and SOL.

Crypto already loses $1.36 billion to hacks in 2026: how to protect yourself

In 2026, more than $1.36 billion has already been stolen via hacks and exploits in crypto. More than 240 incidents in eight months.

Trump Media abandons crypto and scraps CRO plans

Trump Media and Technology Group withdraws from two Crypto.com deals and drops plans for a prediction market on Truth Social.

Microsoft: BNB Smart Chain Abused to Spread Malware

Microsoft discovers attackers using BNB Smart Chain contracts to spread malware commands via fake CAPTCHAs.

Coinkite promises post-mortem after Coldcard wallets hack

Coinkite, maker of the Coldcard Bitcoin hardware wallet, is working on a post-mortem after a security incident in which $130 million may have been lost.

Nearly 23% of Bitcoin miners operate at a daily loss

More than a fifth of the monitored Bitcoin miners are currently operating at a daily loss. The most efficient machine is approaching break-even at $46,787.

MARA sees Bitcoin reserves drop 29% in second quarter 2026

Bitcoin miner MARA reports Q2 2026: less Bitcoin in the treasury, a significant loss, but a higher hash rate and more Bitcoin produced.

Bitcoin ETF sees inflows for four consecutive days

Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded an inflow of $129 million on 6 August, the fourth day in a row. Ethereum ETFs also saw inflows for three consecutive days.

Optimism expects 343 million OP to be in circulation in year 5

The Optimism Foundation expects 343 million OP to enter circulation between May 2026 and April 2027.

Plume joins DTCC’s working group for digital assets

Plume joins the DTCC Digital Assets Solutions Industry Working Group, alongside Charles Schwab, Nasdaq and Alpaca.

BNB Outperforms Ethereum and Solana in Grayscale Fund

Grayscale restructures its Smart Contract Fund: BNB gets a weighting of 30.6% and thereby passes Ethereum and Solana.

OpenAI reveals how AI agents hacked their own systems

OpenAI details how AI agents used a zero-day vulnerability in JFrog Artifactory to attack Hugging Face. Read more about this security incident.

Tron processes 1.08 billion transactions in Q2 2026, OKX leads

The Tron network processed more than 1.08 billion transactions in Q2 2026. OKX and Binance are the largest exchange parties on the network.

Ethereum price breaks through bullish resistance level

Ethereum breaks through $1,800 and forms a golden cross. Analyst expects a rally to $3,000 based on on-chain data.

69% of Russians see no use in crypto after legalisation

A study by Rambler&Co shows that 69% of Russians see no practical use in crypto, even after its legalization.

S&P 500 posts strongest buying move since November 2020

American stocks are seeing their largest net buying since November 2020, driven by short covering and an exceptionally strong start to August.

Marscoin reaches new all-time high after a rise of more than 100%

Marscoin has surged to a new all-time high. The coin has risen more than 100% in just a few days, partly due to Binance's entry.

SpaceX sees revenue rise by 92% but Bitcoin position shrinks

SpaceX booked revenue of $7.8 billion in Q2 2026, but its Bitcoin holdings fell 33% in value to $1.10 billion.

Ethereum price at critical level: bulls must defend $1.800

The ETH price is at a decisive level around $1,800. Analyst AltCryptoGems warns of a possible further decline if support gives way.

Polymarket raises $1 billion at valuation above $20 billion

Polymarket is in talks with investors to raise $1 billion at a valuation of more than $20 billion, Bloomberg reports.

Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index Hits Longest Negative Streak Ever

The Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index has been negative for 78 consecutive days, a record. This may point to weaker demand from American investors.

Deribit remains market leader in crypto options, Bybit takes the lead in Ethereum

In the first half of 2026, five major platforms processed $864.6 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options.

Former FBI agent charged with theft of nearly $1 million in crypto

A former FBI agent used his internal access to steal nearly $1 million in crypto from wallets the bureau was monitoring.

Squid token now available on Bitvavo

Bitvavo lists Squid (QUID) token. Learn what Squid is, how to buy it, and benefit from €10 in free crypto.

Why China is winning the AI race more quietly than expected

DeepSeek V4 Flash charges almost nothing per million tokens, while Anthropic and OpenAI ask up to tens of dollars. Is this how China wins the AI race?

Coldcard security flaw cost AI only $2 to find

Dragonfly partner Haseeb Qureshi argues that AI is changing the economics of crypto security, after a Coldcard vulnerability was discovered for barely $2.

Ethereum price holds above $1.850, analyst expects rise to $2.000

Ethereum is trading around $1,856 and holding above a key level. Analyst TedPillows expects a rise towards $2,000 if this level holds.

Bitcoin price remains around $64.000 as volatility drops to lowest point in two years

Bitcoin is moving sideways around $64,000 as volatility hits its lowest level in more than two years.

American Bitcoin posts $57.2 million loss in second quarter 2026

American Bitcoin, co-founded by Eric Trump, reports a net loss of $57.2 million in Q2 2026, but grows its holdings to 8,002 Bitcoin.

Robinhood receives crypto registration from UK regulator FCA

Robinhood will be listed on the FCA's crypto register in the UK from 31 July 2026, well ahead of the new regulatory regime that comes into force in 2027.

Fourth attack wave on Coldcard wallets: nearly 449 Bitcoin stolen

Researchers warn of a fourth organised attack wave on Coldcard hardware wallets. Nearly 449 BTC has already disappeared. Transfer your crypto immediately.

ZachXBT Helped with $600.000 Theft, Victim Refuses to Pay

Crypto researcher ZachXBT helped a victim of a $600K theft and froze $96K, but has not received his $5K fee.

Bank of Italy tests stablecoins for cross-border payments

The Italian central bank tested 200 stablecoin payments and says they are cheaper than the global average.

Oil price surges after Iran closes Strait of Hormuz

Brent crude oil rises to $94 per barrel, an increase of 38% in five weeks, after Iran signals it will keep the Strait of Hormuz closed.

South Korea has seen stablecoin outflows abroad for 18 months

South Korean crypto exchanges have been seeing stablecoins flow out to foreign platforms for 18 consecutive months.

DEX trading volume reaches record high of 24% relative to CEX

The spot trading volume on DEX platforms reached a record 24% of the CEX volume in July 2026, the highest level ever measured.

Bitstamp introduces €5 inactivity fee

Bitstamp is introducing a monthly inactivity fee of €5 in September 2026 for accounts that have not been used for six months.

Bitcoin users move BTC en masse after Coldcard hack

Following the Coldcard hack, the number of active Bitcoin addresses and transaction volume surged to levels not seen since late 2022.

Trump-linked company transfers $100 million in World Liberty Financial tokens

ALT5 Sigma moves 1.815 billion WLFI tokens worth nearly $100 million to a new address.

Trade.xyz compensates users after price incident with SKHYNIX contract

Trade.xyz begins payouts to affected users after an abnormal price incident with the SKHYNIX contract on 27 July 2026.

August historically bad for Bitcoin price, what now?

Historical data shows that August is a weak month for Bitcoin. Analyst Quinten François advises calm accumulation without leverage.

Gate.io attracts $547 million in deposits in 24 hours, far ahead of competitors

Gate received $547 million in inflows within 24 hours, more than $471 million ahead of Bybit in second place. OKX and Bitfinex follow at a distance.

Crypto hacks cost over $210 million in July 2026

In July 2026, the crypto sector lost $210.3 million due to 30 major hacks.

Bitcoin price drops below $63.000 due to threat of attack on Iran

Bitcoin drops below $63,000 following reports of an attack on Iranian energy infrastructure. Ethereum and XRP are also declining. What else is going on?

Bitcoin sentiment reaches historic low after Coldcard hack

Following the Coldcard security breach, sentiment around Bitcoin has dropped to its lowest level ever recorded by Santiment.

Dubai-based exchange Shelbit transferred at least $4 billion via Iran network

Cryptocurrency exchange Shelbit in Dubai processed at least $4 billion through a network linked to Iran, gambling networks and sanctioned entities…

594 BTC stolen as Coldcard Mk3 security flaw comes to light

Coinkite warns Coldcard Mk3 users after theft of 594 BTC. Firmware versions 4.0.1 to 5.0.3 contain a flaw in seed generation.

Bitcoin trading volume falls to lowest point since 2019

Bitcoin spot volume has fallen to its lowest level since 2019. Glassnode sees subdued ETF demand, low exchange flows and $69,000 as resistance.

Schumer introduces bill following Trump's $1.4 billion crypto income

Chuck Schumer wants to establish an anti-corruption agency after Trump disclosed more than $2 billion in investment income in 2025, of which $1.4 billion…

Strategy sells Bitcoin and stops going all-in on BTC

Strategy adjusts its Bitcoin strategy: the company continues to sell BTC and will henceforth dynamically allocate new capital injections between Bitcoin…

Tether books $1.5 billion profit in Q2 2026 and reaches 650 million users

Tether publishes its Q2 2026 quarterly report: $1.5 billion net profit, 650 million users and $184.6 billion in outstanding USDT.

Coinbase books $1.2 billion revenue in Q2 but suffers loss of $359 million

Coinbase reports Q2 2026 results: $1.2 billion total revenue, net loss of $359 million and a striking 106% rise in prediction markets.

Bitcoin treasury companies were a disastrous trend

Scott Melker looks back on the failed Bitcoin treasury companies trend. Companies bought Bitcoin en masse at the peak without a strategy.

Bitcoin ETF attracts $233 million on July 30, BlackRock leads

Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $233 million in net inflows on July 30. BlackRock's IBIT accounted for the largest share with $183 million.

Macro update Friday 31 July: three figures to watch

On Friday, July 31, three US macro data releases are due that could move the crypto market. Bitcoin is trading at $63,841 following mixed economic data.

Ethereum price nears sell signal after 31% rise

The TD Sequential indicator previously flashed a buy signal for Ethereum around $1,500. Now ETH is around $1,900 and the system points to a sell signal.

Coldcard hardware wallet had serious security flaw in seed generation

A bug in the Coldcard hardware wallet caused seed phrases to be much more predictable than expected, potentially leaving BTC vulnerable to attacks.

SEC ready to set crypto rules itself if Congress fails

SEC Chairman Paul Atkins says the regulator will draw up crypto rules itself if Congress does not pass the CLARITY Act.

Bitcoin rises above 65,000 dollar after strong US market data

Bitcoin surpasses $65,000 after better-than-expected US economic data, boosting investor confidence and driving renewed rally in crypto markets.

Bitcoin ETF attracts $32 million with BlackRock as big winner

US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $32.11 million in net inflows, while Ethereum ETFs also posted positive performance.

BNY launches blockchain-based digital transfer agency

BNY, the world's largest custodian bank with $59 trillion in assets under management, launches a digital transfer agency on the blockchain.

Bitcoin spot volume in July lowest since November 2023

K33 Research reports that the average daily Bitcoin spot volume in July 2026 came to $2.2 billion, the lowest monthly average since November 2023.

Hungary scraps crypto validation requirement and issues first MiCA license

Hungary removes mandatory third-party validation for crypto transactions. At the same time, CoinCash receives the country's first MiCA licence.

Bitcoin market goes quiet: volumes at lowest level since 2019

Glassnode sees extreme silence on the Bitcoin market, with the lowest spot volumes since 2019 and returns below US government bonds.

Central banks buy gold at record pace as dollar loses influence

Central banks are buying gold at the fastest pace in decades. China, Russia, India and Poland are building reserves as an alternative to the US dollar.

Russia accuses Telegram founder Pavel Durov of terrorism

Russia issues an international arrest warrant against Telegram founder Pavel Durov on terrorism charges.

Bitcoin ETF struggles with capital outflow for four consecutive days

Bitcoin spot ETFs have seen net outflows for four consecutive days, while Ethereum ETFs are attracting money and Morgan Stanley has launched a new…

Trade XYZ covers liquidation losses after SKHYNIX price anomaly

Trade XYZ compensates users after a sudden price drop of SKHYNIX from $1,127.9 to $917.25 on 27 July, which caused unjustified liquidations.

Hyperliquid and Pump.fun Dominate 67% of All Crypto App Revenues

Lorenzo Valente of ARK Invest states that crypto is experiencing its largest consolidation phase ever.

Michael Saylor warns of internal threat to Bitcoin

Michael Saylor argues that Bitcoin's greatest danger does not come from outside, but from within: factions that want to rewrite the consensus rules.

Bitcoin price rises towards $65.000 ahead of FOMC decision

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees a strong Bitcoin bounce and expects further increases towards tonight's FOMC meeting. BTC is at $64,500.

Crypto losses from hacks exceed $1 billion in first half of 2026

In the first half of 2026, 212 crypto security incidents were recorded with a total loss of $1.1 billion.

Robinhood Chain launchpad volume surpasses PumpSwap with $1.23 billion

Robinhood Chain launchpads generate $1.23 billion in weekly volume, thereby surpassing PumpSwap. Total weekly volume rises to $2.90 billion.

Bitcoin price drops back to $63.000 before Fed decision

Bitcoin spot volume drops 75% from peak end of 2024

The Bitcoin spot volume on major exchanges has dropped by more than 75% compared to November 2024. The lowest level since the 2023 bear market.

Crypto treasury companies switch to AI, but it doesn't help

More and more crypto treasury companies are switching to AI and data centers, but stock prices continue to fall. Bloomberg reports on the failed pivots.

Zcash activates Ironwood upgrade with new shielded pool

Zcash activates the Ironwood network upgrade on July 28 at block height 3,428,143. The upgrade introduces a new shielded pool and supply verification.

American Investors Flow Stablecoins to Exchanges Again

American investors are again sending stablecoins to crypto exchanges, which according to CryptoQuant points to growing purchasing power for Bitcoin.

Coinbase CEO: crypto is the financial infrastructure for AI agents

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong views crypto as the financial infrastructure for AI agents and real-time payments.

WEMIX smart contract hacked: $6.25 million worth of tokens illegally minted

The WEMIX smart contract has been compromised. An attacker obtains ownership rights and mints $6.25 million worth of WEMIX tokens illegally.

Binance tests its own employees monthly with fake phishing

Binance conducts monthly simulated phishing attacks on its own employees. Those who repeatedly fail risk dismissal, says CSO Jimmy Su.

Hydropower replaces natural gas as largest energy source for Bitcoin mining

Bitcoin mining now consumes 190 TWh per year, but hydropower is displacing natural gas as the largest energy source.

Ethena price breaks out: can ENA set a higher low

The Ethena price shows a breakout with a retest. Analyst DaanCrypto sees opportunities, but everything depends on Bitcoin and Ethereum.

OKX offers users of BitMart and BitMEX attractive bonus promotions

OKX targets users of closed platforms BitMart and BitMEX with an 8% deposit bonus and full regulation. Read more about OKX's strong position.

Russian bank Sberbank builds crypto trading infrastructure by December

Sberbank, the largest bank in Russia, plans to launch a crypto trading infrastructure and custody system by December 1 under new Russian regulations.

Binance dominates ETF perpetual market with 74% market share

Binance holds a 74% market share in ETF perpetual contracts, with a trading volume of $116 billion since the launch in March 2026.

EU imposes transaction ban on 14 crypto platforms outside Europe

The EU adds 14 non-European crypto platforms to its sanction list as part of the 21st sanctions package against Russia, including HTX, EXMO and BitPapa.

Large whale goes all in on Bitcoin and Ethereum with 12x leverage

A large crypto whale opens long positions of $34.5 million on Bitcoin and $21 million on Ethereum, both with 12x leverage.

Oil price shoots up: bad news for crypto and risk assets

The oil price rises sharply to $90.46 per barrel. Analyst DaanCrypto warns that high oil prices are bad for risk assets such as crypto.

Stablecoin inflow exchanges drops to lowest level in 2026

Monthly stablecoin inflows to exchanges drop to $2.3 billion, the lowest level since the beginning of 2025. What does this mean for Bitcoin?

Hyperliquid price loses upward trend according to Michaël van de Poppe

Michaël van de Poppe warns that Hyperliquid is losing its uptrend. The HYPE price is at $56.98 and could decline further towards €33 or €38.

Ripple launches institutional platform for minting RLUSD

Ripple introduces Ripple Mint, a platform that allows institutional clients to mint, redeem and manage RLUSD via a web interface or API.

Bitcoin holders of 6 to 12 months send coins to exchanges

Bitcoin holders of 6-12 months are sending coins to exchanges, indicating possible profit-taking.

BitMEX sued for forced liquidations just before closure

BitMEX faces lawsuit over alleged manipulation of liquidations. The company allegedly appropriated approximately 623 Bitcoin from clients.

Ethereum price targets $2.060 after support at $1.850

Analyst Ali Charts sees Ethereum recovering from the lower boundary of the ascending channel. As long as $1,850 holds, $2,060 is the next target.

Lien Finance loses 542,000 dollars due to clever attack on contract

Lien Finance loses $542,000 due to an exploit in the BondMakerCollateralizedEth contract.

Naven Network: first x402 facilitator on the Robinhood chain

Naven Network (NAVEN) is developing the first x402 facilitator on the Robinhood chain.

Ondo Price Reaches Target Zone After Strong Rally

Michaël van de Poppe analyses the Ondo price after a sharp rise. The coin reaches its target zone, but a correction of 5 to 15% is possible.

Tesla and Alphabet shares fall due to higher AI spending

Tesla and Alphabet see their shares fall in the premarket after announcing significantly higher AI investments.

Ethereum validator exit queue drops to zero while 2.48 million ETH waits

The ETH validator exit queue has dropped to zero, while 2.48 million ETH is waiting to be staked. What does this say about confidence in ETH staking?

SEC warns crypto vaults and onchain loans may fall under securities law

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce states that crypto vaults and on-chain loans could fall under US securities laws, depending on their structure.

Tesla Sells No Bitcoin This Quarter Despite Unrealised Loss

Tesla holds its entire Bitcoin position of 11,509 BTC worth $755 million, despite an unrealised loss of $112 million in Q2 2026.

Bitcoin price suffers from 900 hours of institutional pessimism

The Coinbase Premium Index has been negative for over 900 hours. That is the highest level of institutional pessimism in two years.

Bitcoin ETF Sees Positive Inflows for Six Consecutive Days with $203 Million

Spot Bitcoin ETFs posted $203 million in net inflows on 21 July, the sixth consecutive day.

Crypto Payments for Grey Market Peptides Reach $32 Million

American consumers are increasingly paying with crypto for grey market peptides. In Q1 2026, sellers received $32 million in crypto, an increase of 159%.

Base works with Coinbase on 1-to-1 backed tokenized stocks

Base acknowledges the lag behind Robinhood and is working with Coinbase on 1:1 backed tokenised shares.

Two Thirds of Polymarket World Cup Traders Lose Money

Of the 194,000 traders on Polymarket's World Cup market, 66.7% lost money.

Strategy sells $263.5 million in shares but does not buy Bitcoin

Strategy sells 2.73 million MSTR shares for $263.5 million but does not buy BTC. Reserves rise to $3.225 billion.

Ethereum spot ETF attracts $105 million in one week

Ethereum spot ETFs record $105 million in net inflows in the week of 13 to 17 July, while Bitcoin ETFs raise $75.67 million.

Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Realise More Loss Than Profit

Bitcoin long-term holders are in the red: their SOPR fell to 0.73 in July, indicating an average loss of 27%. What does this say about the market?

Bitcoin price could rise to $160.000-$180.000, analyst says

An analyst sees a familiar pattern returning on the Bitcoin price and predicts a possible rise to $160,000 to $180,000. But patience is required.

Large Hyperliquid whale reduces ETH short position of $12 million

A Hyperliquid whale with an all-time PnL of $34.7 million deposits $1.5 million USDC and places a limit order to go long on 2,000 ETH.

Analyst Already Warned of Bitcoin Crash With Elon Musk Comparison

An analyst claims to have seen Alpha by comparing the Bitcoin price to Elon Musk’s wealth. Now he is profiting from a short position.

Bitcoin price heading to $68.000 according to Michaël van de Poppe

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe expects the Bitcoin price to surge to $68,000. The fourth test of $65,000 is seen as the breakpoint for a rally.

Robinhood CEO wants to manage Trump Accounts and defends trading

Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev defends trading as not being gambling and reveals collaboration with the US government for Trump Accounts for children.

Cobie: Coinbase stood too far from crypto-native users for too long

Cobie, the new lead of the Coinbase Base App, admits that Coinbase has been too far removed from crypto-native users for a long time and has lost trust.

Bitcoin Bear Market Signal: Approaching the End of the Downturn?

An on-chain signal from CryptoQuant points to the end of the Bitcoin bear market. The STH cost basis drops below that of LTH.

OKX Helps Users Convert USDT to MiCA-Compliant USDC

OKX now offers a native conversion from USDT to USDC. This helps users due to MiCA restrictions on USDT. Read more about this step.

Japan opens the door for Bitcoin ETFs with financial reforms

Japan reforms its financial legislation, opening the door for Bitcoin ETFs. Analysts expect a large inflow of institutional capital.

Bitcoin miners in heavy weather: financial health at bear market level

The financial health of Bitcoin miners is at a level that we normally only see during severe bear markets. What does this mean for the market?

RWA trading volume on decentralised exchanges reaches $110 billion

The monthly RWA trading volume on perpetual DEX platforms reaches a record of $110 billion in June 2026, an increase of 28.2% compared to May.

Bitcoin ETF Sees $79 Million Inflow, Ethereum ETF Sees Outflow

US spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $79.15 million on 16 July, while Ethereum ETFs saw $28.04 million in outflows. BlackRock leads with IBIT.

Ondo price rises 18% after tokenization launch with DTCC and SBI

Ondo surges 18% after the launch of tokenised shares via DTCC and a partnership with Japan's SBI Group.

Morpho Recovers After AWS CloudFront Outage

Morpho was temporarily affected by a partial outage caused by an AWS CloudFront failure. All services have since been restored.

Crypto platform Knaken bankrupt, €7 million in customer funds missing

Crypto platform Knaken files for bankruptcy; €7 million in customer funds reported missing

South Korean investors lose $1.45 billion due to forced liquidations

South Korean investors lose $1.45 billion due to leveraged trading, 62% of liquidations affect young people.

Pump price ready for breakout after large token unlock?

The Pump price is trying to break a downward trend after a major cliff unlock. Analyst DaanCrypto sees $0.0023 as the first price target.

South Korea Raises Interest Rate for First Time Since 2023

The Bank of Korea raised interest rates by 25 basis points to 2.75%.

Crypto funding rounds in June 2026 at lowest level since 2020

In June 2026, only 61 crypto funding rounds were registered, the lowest monthly total since November 2020. That is 52% below the monthly average.

Base founder admits mistakes and focuses on trading, payments and AI

Jesse Pollak, founder of Base, admits that his focus on social products and creator coins was a mistake and reveals three new priorities for 2026.

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs draw $239 million combined

Spot Bitcoin ETFs received $181 million in net inflows on 14 July, while Ethereum ETFs pulled in $58 million, with no single ETF recording outflows.

Hyperliquid price could go to $100 if it breaks €60

Michaël van de Poppe analyses the Hyperliquid price and sees a bullish setup. Break of €60 could lead to a rally towards $100.

Memecoins under $1.2 billion selling pressure on Binance since Bitcoin ATH

Since Bitcoin's all-time high, memecoins on Binance have stacked up a cumulative selling volume of $1.2 billion. What do the data say about this?

CASHCAT memecoin rises 15% and reaches $200M market value on Robinhood Chain

CASHCAT, a memecoin on Robinhood Chain, briefly reached a market capitalisation of $200 million and has risen more than 15% in 24 hours.

Near Protocol price initiates recovery according to Michaël van de Poppe

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe expects a further increase of Near Protocol towards $2.50. The price is now at $1.99, an increase of 3.8% in 24 hours.

China warns about crypto mixers and privacy coins in money laundering

Chinese prosecutors propose treating crypto mixers, privacy coins and suspicious transactions as indicators of money laundering practices.

BitMine buys 27,801 Ethereum and now holds 4.8% of total supply

BitMine Immersion Technologies expands its Ethereum position to 5.77 million ETH, representing 4.8% of the total supply. Total value: $11.3 billion.

Bitcoin ETF sees $197 million inflow after eight weeks of outflow

US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $197 million in net inflows in the week of 6 to 10 July, ending a streak of eight weeks of outflows.

Strategy sells $466.7 million in shares but does not buy Bitcoin

Strategy sells 4.82 million MSTR shares for $466.7 million but does not buy Bitcoin. The BTC holdings remain unchanged at 843,775 BTC.

Bitcoin Price Falls Due to Japanese Interest Rate, Not Middle East

Michaël van de Poppe states that the Bitcoin correction to $63,020 is not due to the Middle East, but to rising Japanese interest rates.

Analyst sees Bitcoin as strong buying opportunity despite criticism of MSTR

Michaël van de Poppe sees MSTR and Bitcoin as great investment opportunities. Bitcoin is currently around $64,091. Read more about this analysis.

Hyundai completes first stablecoin transfer on Avalanche

Hyundai Motor completes a USDT pilot on the Avalanche network and reduces transfer time from hours to seven minutes. Expansion follows.

Stablecoins process $76 billion per weekend and bite back

Stablecoins process an average of $76 billion per weekend, according to Binance Research. That is comparable to Visa's daily volume.

Bitcoin ETF inflows $90 million, Ethereum ETF follows

US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $90.44 million in inflows on July 10. Ethereum ETFs added $18.43 million to that. Bitcoin stands at $64,094.

Hedera network hacked: $5.25 million stolen and funnelled to Ethereum

The Hedera network has fallen victim to an exploit in which $5.25 million was stolen and transferred via a bridge to Ethereum.

RWA tokens drive the next wave of crypto adoption according to 1confirmation

1confirmation sees RWA tokens as the next big adoption wave in crypto.

Crypto posts third consecutive quarter of negative returns

Bitwise reports that crypto has posted negative returns for three consecutive quarters, the longest streak since 2022. Bitcoin ETF outflows reach a record.

Polymarket applies for margin trading licence in the US

Polymarket applies for a licence to offer margin trading in the US.

Bitcoin ETF Records $95 Million in Outflow on 9 July

On 9 July, $95.30 million flowed out of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs. Ethereum ETFs also saw $52.08 million in outflow after five days of positive inflow.

Ethereum Foundation disbands Protocol Support team

The Ethereum Foundation dissolves the Protocol Support team, which was responsible for core developer meetings, network upgrades and EIP support.

Bitcoin unrealised gains fall to 65.8%

Only 65.8% of all Bitcoin is currently held in unrealised profit. The historical average is 81%. What does this mean for the market?

Gate.io user loses millions in crypto in scam linked to Xinbi

A Gate.io user loses millions of dollars in crypto through a scam. ZachXBT links the funds to the illegal marketplace Xinbi.

Hyperliquid Price Resembles Ethereum in November 2020, Analyst Says

Analyst CryptoJelleNL compares Hyperliquid’s price behaviour with that of Ethereum in November 2020 and expects a strong rise.

Which coins benefit from the growth of Robinhood Chain?

Robinhood Chain is growing rapidly and a number of coins are benefiting. An overview of ARB, MORPHO, UNI, ETH and LINK and their role in the ecosystem.

Temasek still rules out direct crypto investments after FTX loss

Temasek keeps crypto at arm's length after a $275 million loss on FTX. Chief Investment Officer Nagi Hamiyeh cites regulatory uncertainty.

DOJ and Binance in dispute over future cooperation

The US DOJ advises prosecutors to be more cautious in dealing with Binance.

ESMA launches first major crypto custody review after MiCA

ESMA launches a large-scale supervisory action for crypto custody services of CASPs. National supervisors will assess companies until mid-2027.

Trump-linked company AI Financial sells core business for $15 million

AI Financial sells its core business to Perpetuals.com for up to $15 million.

Coinbase Launches Champions Cup in India with Prize Pool of 3.3 Crore Rupees

Coinbase launches the Champions Cup Trading Competition exclusively for users in India, with a prize pool of 3.3 crore rupees (approximately $390,000).

USDT dominates payments, USDC gains ground in DeFi

Dune Analytics shows that USDT and USDC each take their own role: USDT leads in payments, USDC dominates in DeFi.

Polymarket integrates Lightning Network for direct Bitcoin deposits

Polymarket enables direct Bitcoin deposits via the Lightning Network, powered by the Spark protocol. No more waiting times of 10 to 60 minutes.

Tether invests $20 million in Brazilian crypto platform Mercado Bitcoin

Tether invests $20 million in the Brazilian platform Mercado Bitcoin.

Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index on Longest Negative Streak Ever

The Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index has been negative for 50 consecutive days, a record since the launch of the indicator. Bitcoin is now at $63,737.

Oil market signals deflationary trend after end of war premium

Saudi Arabia prices crude oil at a discount instead of a premium. This indicates declining inflation and could have consequences for interest rate hikes.

Wyckoff theory: Is Bitcoin still in the accumulation phase

Analyst crypto_birb explains how the Wyckoff theory works and states that Bitcoin is still in the accumulation phase with possibly more downward movement…

Gold vs. Bitcoin: Will a new all-time high follow the distribution?

Analyst joao_wedson sees a connection between gold and Bitcoin.

60% of Tech Companies in Bear Market as Veterans Remain Optimistic

More than half of the tech companies in the S&P 500 are officially in bear market territory. Coinbase is down 69%, Oracle 57%, and Salesforce 57%.

South Korea's KOSPI crashes 8% despite Samsung's record profit

South Korea's KOSPI loses $170 billion in market value and triggers a trading halt, while Samsung posts a quarterly profit of $58 billion.

Bitcoin ETF outflow rises to $527 million in eighth consecutive week

Spot Bitcoin ETFs have seen outflows for the eighth consecutive week, with a net loss of $527 million. Ethereum ETFs follow the same pattern.

Ethereum short liquidations at highest level since 2022

ETH short liquidations on Binance reach the highest level since 2022, while open interest plummets from $33.9 billion to $11.2 billion.

DeFi platform Summer Finance hacked: $6 million siphoned

Security firm Blockaid reports an active attack on DeFi platform Summer Finance. Approximately $6 million is being siphoned off in the exploit.

Lighter (LIT) price shoots up 55% after perfect retest

The Lighter (LIT) price rises more than 55% after a successful flip and retest of a key support level. The coin keeps rising.

Ripple receives full MiCA approval from Luxembourg

Ripple has obtained MiCA CASP authorisation from Luxembourg's regulator CSSF. The company can now offer crypto services in all 30 EEA countries.

Ethereum price at a tipping point: analyst eyes breakout from downtrend

Analyst DaanCrypto sees Ethereum at a crucial point on the weekly chart. A breakout from the descending channel could mean more upside for altcoins.

Bitcoin Price: Bullish or Bearish Divergence Around $63K?

Michaël van de Poppe analyses the Bitcoin price around $63K and sees conflicting signals: a bullish and bearish divergence are vying for priority.

Ethereum Foundation sends 2,469 stETH to Argot as fourth annual grant

The Ethereum Foundation transfers 2,469 stETH worth $4.34 million to Argot as the fourth installment of a five-year funding plan.

Solana price could rise to $120 according to analyst Michaël van de Poppe

Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees Solana returning to the range with a price target of $120. But first the $75-77 level must hold.

Ethereum struggles at crucial zone of $1.750 to $1.800

The Ethereum price is under pressure at the crucial level of $1,750 to $1,800. Analyst TedPillows explains why this is the most important zone for ETH.

Memecoin dominance falls to lowest level in over two years

The dominance of memecoins over altcoins drops to 3.7%, the lowest level since February 2024. Memecoin holders are becoming increasingly scarce.

Why Altcoins in Bear Market Are Not Automatically Cheap

Analyst warns: altcoins that have dropped 80% could fall much further. FDV and token unlocks are the real risk.

XDC Network: the forgotten RWA altcoin that seems ready for a comeback

XDC Network surpasses $1 billion in tokenised value and trades at $0.028. Is this RWA altcoin ready for a new rally?

Bitcoin price approaches crucial 200 EMA: breakthrough or rejection?

Bitcoin is trading around $63K and approaching the monthly 50 EMA at $66,000. Analyst cryptokans explains what is at stake at this key level.

Bitcoin Price Temporarily Under Pressure Due to AI Hype, But Recovery Expected

Schwab and Hashdex say that Bitcoin's weakness relative to record-high stocks is temporary. Capital is now flowing to AI, but the setup remains intact.

German banks bring crypto trading to millions of customers

German banks launch crypto trading for millions of retail customers, marking a major shift toward digital asset adoption in traditional finance.

Nearly 1 million investors lose $3.81 billion on Trump memecoin

Nearly 988,905 buyers of the TRUMP memecoin lost a total of $3.81 billion. The coin now stands at $1.76, a decline of 97% from its peak.

Revolut removes USDT: stablecoin disappears on 31 August

Revolut is removing USDT from its offering. From 31 August 2026, users will no longer be able to hold the stablecoin in their accounts.

Bitcoin Realized P/L Ratio Reaches Lowest Level in 43 Months

The Bitcoin Realized P/L Ratio drops to -0.35, the lowest point in 43 months. Historically, this signals a major bottom for the Bitcoin price.

Bitcoin ETF Flows Finally Turn Positive After 10 Days of Outflows

After 10 days of outflow and about $4.5 billion in outflow in June, Bitcoin ETFs finally showed positive inflow figures again on July 2.

BTSE mandates KYC verification due to lack of MiCA licence

BTSE sends a message to all users for KYC verification. The European exchange without a MiCA licence tightens regulations. What does this mean for traders?

THEA raises $8 million for AI layer on Solana

Predictive AI network THEA closes an $8 million funding round. The money will go towards the development of a coordination layer on Solana.

56% of Tokenised RWAs Show No Weekly On-Chain Activity

The market for tokenised real world assets reached $60 billion, but 56% is inactive.

Bitcoin ETF loses 295 million, Ethereum ETF posts profit

Bitcoin spot ETF experiences a significant outflow of $295 million on 1 July, while the Ethereum spot ETF brings in $14.8 million.

2026 World Cup drives prediction markets to record volume of $5.6 billion

The trading volume on prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket exploded during the 2026 World Cup from $65 million to $5.6 billion in June.

Robinhood launches perpetual futures and own blockchain in Europe

Robinhood launches perpetual futures on commodities and ETFs for European users, introduces its own blockchain and AI-driven trading accounts.

Circle CEO defends USDC against new stablecoin OUSD

Circle CEO Jeremey Allaire responds to the OUSD stablecoin. He states that USDC is stronger due to years of investment in network and liquidity.

BNB Chain helps users with transition after implementation of MiCA

BNB Chain publishes migration guide for users moving assets to self-custody due to new EU MiCA regulation that comes into effect on 1 July.

Bitcoin UTXO Buy Signal: Are We at the End of the Bear Market?

A rare buy signal in the Bitcoin UTXO net supply ratio emerges. An analyst sees similarities with the end of the bear market in 2022.

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF outflows negative for nine consecutive days

American spot Bitcoin ETFs record nine consecutive days of outflows. On June 30, $223 million and $27.6 million exited the Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.

No Stablecoins on the Sidelines: Bitcoin Rally Fails to Materialize

Stablecoin reserves on exchanges are dropping sharply. Analysts warn that a real Bitcoin rally is unlikely without fresh capital.

EU issues 244 MiCA licenses: Germany and France lead

The EU has issued 244 MiCA licences, with Germany (57) and France (26) leading. Five countries have not yet issued a single licence.

JPMorgan supports US crypto bill but warns of risks

JPMorgan supports a US regulatory framework for digital assets, but warns that stablecoins should not operate outside banking rules.

Bitmine expands Ethereum holdings to 5.70 million ETH

Bitmine announces that it has purchased an additional 27,084 ETH.

Galaxy Research lowers probability of CLARITY Act in 2026 to 50%

Galaxy Research lowers the probability that the CLARITY Act will become law in 2026 from 60% to 50%, citing time pressure in the Senate and a lack of…

Loopring closes DEX: one of the first zkRollup projects stops

Loopring shuts down DEX, halting trading as one of the first zkRollup projects ceases operations.

550,000 Bitcoin Flows to Binance and OKX: Bear Market Levels

More than 550,000 BTC flows to Binance and OKX, a level last seen during the bear market of 2023. The Bitcoin price stands at $59,936.

Bitcoin ETF outflows reach third highest weekly record ever

Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $1.79 billion in net outflows in the week of June 22 to 26, the third highest weekly record ever.

Bitcoin price hovers around $60.000 with risk of decline to $55.000

Bitcoin has been hovering around $60,000 for almost a week. Analyst TedPillows sees $62,000 as a key zone for recovery and $55,000 as a downside risk.

Hyper Foundation allocates $10 million for USDH migration

Hyper Foundation announces $10 million in grants for builders affected by the USDH sunset, with a migration deadline at the end of July.

Fetch.ai price: FET needs confirmation for recovery

Analyst @eliz883 sees a potential reversal for FET, but warns that real confirmation is needed before the price moves towards higher targets.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong responds to criticism over gambling promotion in app

Brian Armstrong responds to criticism from Zcash founder Zooko about promoting sports betting and Bitcoin price wagers to vulnerable users.

ByteDance reaches $900 billion valuation and becomes Chinese tech giant

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, nears a $1 trillion valuation. The company plans a multi-billion investment in AI and rules out an IPO.

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF outflows seven days in a row

American spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs see seven consecutive days of outflows. Bitcoin ETFs lost $445 million on June 26, 2026.

Aave price gives strong signal: analyst expects further rise

Michaël van de Poppe sees Aave rallying: a strong weekly move and a reclaiming of a crucial support zone indicate further price gains.

Securitize raises $400 million via SPAC deal and lists on NYSE

Securitize closes a SPAC deal with Cantor Equity Partners II and raises approximately $400 million. Listing on NYSE under ticker SECZ expected on July 2.

More than 60 crypto projects halted in 2026, top three are a16z companies

More than 60 crypto projects announced their closure in 2026. The three biggest losers are all funded by Andreessen Horowitz.

Oasis founder Dawn Song joins Meta for AI safety

UC Berkeley professor and Oasis Labs founder Dawn Song becomes VP of AI Research at Meta Superintelligence Labs. Meanwhile, ROSE coin drops by 99%.

Bitcoin price falls to $60.000 as institutional pressure persists

The Bitcoin price drops to $60,138 while the Coinbase Premium Index has been negative for 40 days and higher PCE figures strengthen risk aversion.

BitMine joins Russell 1000 with 5.67 million Ethereum in treasury

BitMine, the largest Ethereum treasury company, will be added to the Russell 1000 Index on June 26 and has already staked 4.88 million ETH.

Ethereum price hits lows: recovery possible towards $1.750

The Ethereum price is at $1,563 and tested the lows again. Analyst TedPillows sees a chance for a rally if ETH reclaims $1,750.

Coinbase secures MiCA licence and expands across Europe

Coinbase has obtained a MiCA license from Luxembourg and can now offer crypto services in all 27 EU member states.

Iran moves billions via CoinEx despite sanctions

WSJ reveals that Iranian entities moved $3.84 billion via crypto exchange CoinEx. CoinEx denies ties with the Iranian government.

Bitcoin price forms possible double bottom around $61.000

While critics are once again declaring Bitcoin dead, analyst Scott Melker sees a potential double bottom forming. Confirmation above $67,253.

Bitcoin 4-year cycle: are we in the final corrective phase

The Bitcoin 4-year cycle shows a fixed pattern: 1064 days up, 364 days down. Is the bottom of the current correction in sight?

Meta Develops Own Prediction Markets App Called Arena

Meta develops a standalone prediction markets app called Arena, based on Polymarket and Kalshi. Read all about this new project from Zuckerberg.

DeFi TVL falls each month in 2026 and is 39% lower than start of this year

The total DeFi TVL has been declining for months and stands at $70 billion in June 2026, a decline of 39% compared to January.

Cardano project SecondFi hacked: damage could amount to $20 million

SecondFi, a project in the Cardano ecosystem, has been hit by a hack. The damage could amount to more than $20 million and 129 million ADA.

BTC inflow on Binance doubles due to panic selling under $60K

Bitcoin inflow on Binance doubles to 7,600 BTC due to panic selling. That represents some $479 million in selling pressure.

BlackRock advises 1-2% Bitcoin allocation in portfolio

BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, states that an allocation of 1 to 2% Bitcoin can strengthen a portfolio without harming the risk profile.

Bitcoin Price Moves Sideways in Descending Wedge Pattern

Bitcoin trades sideways around $62.6K and forms a descending wedge on shorter timeframes, while the weekly 200MA nearby acts as support.

Bitcoin price in sideways zone around $62.000

Bitcoin is currently trading sideways around $62,700. Analyst TedPillows sees two scenarios: a recovery to $65,000 or a dip to $60,500.

SpaceX stock (SPCX) falls below opening price after rough day

SPCX perpetual liquidations have exceeded $76 million in 24 hours.

CZ critical of Hyperliquid decentralisation despite innovation

Binance founder CZ voices criticism of Hyperliquid: the platform claims decentralisation but a small team has a lot of control.

Binance MiCA risk limited: EUR trading only 1% of volume

The MiCA risk for Binance is smaller than thought. EUR trading pairs make up only 1% of the total spot volume, according to CryptoQuant analysis.

Gate.com quietly builds a TradFi hub within crypto

Gate.com combines stocks, gold, and oil in one platform. CryptoQuant analyses how the exchange is growing into a serious TradFi player.

Adam Back expects Bitcoin to $500k to $1 million by 2028

Blockstream CEO Adam Back predicts Bitcoin will reach $500,000 to $1 million by 2028, citing adoption and scarcity.

Ethereum open interest plummets from $33 billion to $10 billion

The open interest of Ethereum drops sharply from $33.1 billion to $10.4 billion. Meanwhile, Binance captures more than 40% market share in ETH derivatives.

Bank of England Eases Stablecoin Rules and Scraps Individual Limits

The Bank of England publishes final policy framework for stablecoins. Individual holding limits are removed, issuance cap becomes £40 billion.

Ethereum developer warns about staking cartel in validator financing plan

Ethereum developer Lefteris Karapetsas warns that a proposal to fund core development through validator rewards could create a dangerous staking cartel.

Bitcoin price drops 28% and triggers $5 billion in selling pressure on Binance

Short-term holders are massively dumping Bitcoin on Binance: more than 80,000 BTC in 7 days, amounting to approximately $5 billion in selling pressure.

Taiko warns users after hack on verification mechanism

Taiko confirms an attack on its chain state verification mechanism. Users are urgently asked to remove funds from all bridges.

Bitcoin price heading towards new local high above $68.000?

Analyst CrypNuevo expects that Bitcoin can break out above $64,500 towards a new local high around $68,700. BTC is currently at $64,164.

Bitcoin and Crypto World in Motion: Big News from Japan and US

Bitcoin price stable around $64,200 as major developments take place in Japan, the US, and crypto regulation. Overview of the past 24 hours.

Pump.fun bounty feature under fire for dangerous stunts

Pump.fun's new bounty feature has already paid out more than $370,000 for dangerous and humiliating challenges, including forehead tattoos and climbing…

ETH price tests bottom of channel: $1.6K possible if support gives way

The ETH price is at $1,700 and is testing the bottom of a price channel. The 200-hour SMA is crucial: if it fails to hold, ETH could drop to $1,580.

MSUSD stablecoin plummets 85% after terminating verification contract

MainStreet Finance's MSUSD token drops 85% after ending a verification agreement. Morpho market reaches 100% occupancy rate.

Ethereum Foundation Loses Another Top Figure After Co-Director's Departure

Hsiao-Wei Wang has stepped down as co-director of the Ethereum Foundation. At least eight senior members have left in the past five months.

Bitcoin price must hold 200-week MA for bottom

Michaël van de Poppe expects more momentum for Bitcoin. The price is now at $63,602 and must hold the 200-week MA as a bottom.

BTC price could rise to new local high above $67K

The BTC price recovers after a sharp dip. Analyst CrypNuevo sees opportunities for a new local high if BTC manages to reclaim $64K.

Ethena network explodes: highest activity in months

Ethena records the highest on-chain activity in months on 18 June 2026: 5,057 active addresses and 2,968 new wallets in a single day.

Strive CEO: price drop of STRC and SATA was a liquidation event

Strive CEO Matt Cole says that the severe price drop of STRC to $82.50 and SATA to the low 90s is not a quality issue, but a leverage liquidation event.

Ethereum price drops below $1.700 after failed breakthrough attempt

The Ethereum price stands at $1,692 after a bearish rejection at the February high.

JPMorgan: Bitcoin miners below production costs for five months

JPMorgan warns: Bitcoin has been trading below the production cost of $78K for five months. About 20% of miners are operating at a loss.

Hyperliquid price tests crucial support at $62 after ATH rejection

The Hyperliquid price stands at $66.70 after a significant rejection at the all-time high. Will $62 hold as support? Analysis of the HYPE price.

Dogecoin price remains under pressure: sellers still in control

The Dogecoin price is at $0.08 and is falling 3% in 24 hours. Sellers are in control and a key resistance is once again not broken.

Large Bitcoin Buyers Emerge: Positive Signal for BTC Price

CryptoQuant signals large buy orders in the Bitcoin spot market. This points to accumulation by large players and less selling pressure on BTC.

Bitcoin ETFs See $82 Million Outflow, Fidelity FBTC Leads

Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded a net outflow of $82.2 million on 17 June. Ethereum ETFs also saw red. Fidelity's FBTC was the big exception.

Aave price drops sharply after exploit, a new beginning?

Aave price is under pressure after the rsETH exploit, but the protocol shows resilience. What is the outlook for this DeFi platform?

Bitcoin price under pressure: will $64.000 hold over the next 48 hours?

Michaël van de Poppe warns: if Bitcoin fails to stay above $65,000, a new dip towards the lows is plausible.

Bitcoin price remains under pressure due to possible selling wolf

Bitcoin price stands at $65,078. QCP warns that Strategy may have to sell more Bitcoin for dividend payments, which puts pressure on the price.

Almost half of all stablecoins are parked on exchanges

Nearly 41% of all ERC20 stablecoins have been on exchanges since December 2024. What does this mean for the Bitcoin price and volatility?

Kalshi futures volume reaches $5.5 billion

Kalshi perpetual futures generate $5.5 billion in volume in two weeks. The prediction market platform expands with 11 crypto products.

Bitcoin price must get above $65.300 for rise to $68.000

Analyst DaanCrypto sees a possible rise to $68,000, but only if BTC breaks above $65,300.

Bitcoin STH SOPR not yet in panic zone, but not by much

Bitcoin's Short Term Holder SOPR is not yet in the panic zone. What does this mean for the price and sentiment?

SpaceX share considered key risk barometer for crypto market

Analyst DaanCrypto states that the SpaceX share (SPCX) will serve as the most important barometer for risk appetite across all markets in the coming weeks.

Memecoin market value plummets 81.9% from peak of $135 billion

The total market value of memecoins falls from $135 billion in November 2024 to just $24.48 billion in June 2026, a loss of 81.9%.

Bitcoin ETF sees $64 million outflow, Ethereum ETF attracts $22 million

On June 15, US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded an outflow of $64.09 million, while Ethereum ETFs received an inflow of $22.50 million.

Bitcoin demand reaches record negative level of -66,000 BTC

The demand for Bitcoin reaches a historic low of -66,000 BTC. ETF outflows and fewer purchases by Strategy put pressure on the price.

Hyperliquid ETFs Near $900 Million in Trading Volume After First Month

Spot HYPE ETFs attract $153 million in net inflows and reach nearly $900 million in trading volume in their first month. HYPE stands at $72.70.

Lighter (LIT) price approaches resistance level of $1.80

The Lighter (LIT) price is testing the local resistance level of $1.80. Analysts see a chance of an impulsive breakout above this level.

DeFi exploits in April cause $13 billion in outflows

Binance Research reports that DeFi exploits caused $13 billion in outflows in April. The onchain leverage ratio rises to 38%, the level of 2021.

Trezor: Bitcoin ETF as only option is the worst scenario

Trezor CEO Danny Sanders warns that overreliance on Bitcoin ETFs is harmful to the core values of Bitcoin.

BitMine accumulates million ETH tokens, holdings rise to 5.62 million

BitMine adds 76,881 ETH in one week. Total Ethereum holdings reach 5.62 million tokens, representing 4.66% of the total Ethereum supply.

Binance stock product reaches $143 million daily trading volume

Binance's US equities product records an average daily volume of $143 million in the first nine days, far above the tokenized equity spot market.

S&P 500 approaches gap level of 7580 after deal between US and Iran

The S&P 500 opens with a large gap down after the alleged US/Iran agreement, but climbs towards the gap level of 7580. Two levels to follow this week.

Crypto Cards Grow as Payment Method: Transactions Rise 2.7x

Research over 76 weeks shows that crypto card usage grows 2.7x, independent of the Bitcoin price. Median deposit remains stable around $90 to $135.

Plume and Bybit Launch Institutional Investment Vaults

Plume announces collaboration with Bybit for institutional vaults. Users can now stake stablecoins for fixed-income products from PIMCO and CMBI.

Aerodrome launches Predictive Allocation for liquidity management

Aerodrome, the largest DEX on Base, is launching Predictive Allocation in July: a system that rewards users for predicting future liquidity demand.

India sends over 44,000 tax assessments for crypto income

India's tax authority sends more than 44,000 tax notices for crypto gains and uncovers $104 million in undeclared VDA income.

Long-term Bitcoin Holders Sell Less Than Ever

On-chain data shows that long-term holders of Bitcoin are sending fewer and fewer coins to exchanges. The level is at its lowest point since 2015.

CoinFund Founder: Decentralised AI Is Counterweight to Government Power

CoinFund founder Jake Brukhman states that decentralised AI networks provide a counterbalance to the increasing centralisation of AI models by governments.

Making Ethereum accounts quantum-resistant costs only $0.07

An Ethereum researcher states that accounts can already be made quantum-resistant today for just $0.07, without a hard fork.

Tom Lee: Chip Sales Due to SpaceX IPO Preparations

Fundstrat analyst Tom Lee explains the chip sales as preparation for a SpaceX IPO. He sees 2026 as a positive year for tech despite possible pullbacks.

Blockworks buys competitor Messari for more than $10 million

Crypto data company Blockworks acquires rival Messari for more than $10 million, far below the $300 million valuation from 2022.

Hyperliquid HYPE vs Lighter LIT: Who Wins the Battle?

HYPE and LIT seem like competitors, but focus on different markets. A comparison between Hyperliquid and Lighter and their tokens.

Bitcoin price threatens worst June since 2022

Bitcoin is at $63,737 and is heading for its worst June performance since 2022. What do historical data say about the coming months?

SpaceX pre-IPO allocation disappointments on major crypto exchanges

xStocks cannot fully deliver SpaceX pre-IPO allocation. Kraken, Bybit, Binance and Bitget are returning money to users. Read what happened.

Bitget provides all employees with AI access for $200 per month

Bitget invests in AI for its employees with Claude licences. The crypto exchange gives 2,167 employees access to enterprise AI tools.

Binance Wallet SpaceX IPO Subscription Raises $557 Million

Binance Wallet raises $557 million via the SpaceX IPO subscription from 27,689 addresses. View the distribution by subscription size.

CFTC Chairman Selig Exercises Great Power Over Crypto Market

CFTC Chairman Michael Selig is the only sitting commissioner and thereby has far-reaching influence over the crypto market and prediction markets.

Bitcoin ETF trading volume drops 78% compared to peak

The trading volume of American spot Bitcoin ETFs has plummeted from $4.4 billion per day to $960 million. What does this say about speculative demand?

Bitcoin price defends crucial support zone above $59.000

The Bitcoin price stands at $63,092 after a recovery from the $59,000 zone. An analyst explains what the next steps could be.

BTC ETF drains $214 million, ETH ETF loses $35 million

On 10 June, Bitcoin spot ETFs saw a net outflow of $214 million. Ethereum spot ETFs also bled, with a loss of $35.6 million.

NEAR Price Analysis: Accumulation Zone in Sight for Day Traders

Michaël van de Poppe sees an interesting trading opportunity for NEAR. If Bitcoin recovers, NEAR could move towards its previous highs.

Ethereum open interest on Binance reaches all-time high

The open interest in Ethereum on Binance reaches a new all-time high of 3.7 million ETH, despite geopolitical tensions and a price of $1,654.

Traders on Gate Choose Gold and Silver Over Bitcoin

On the crypto exchange Gate, trading volume in precious metals dominates. Analysts see this as a sign of risk-averse behaviour among traders.

ICO and IDO market sinks to low point in Q2 2026

The ICO, IDO and IEO market crashes in Q2 2026: only $58M raised and 37 sales, a decline of 85% compared to the previous quarter.

Major Bitcoin Players Drive Market Towards Final Stress Test

Large Bitcoin players capitulate and sell at a loss. On-chain data from CryptoQuant shows a stress pattern resembling a late stage of a bear market.

Anthropic Launches Fable 5 and Raises Concerns Over DeFi Security

Anthropic launches Claude Fable 5, a powerful AI model that raises concerns about vulnerabilities in DeFi protocols and smart contracts.

Three major Japanese banks launch joint stablecoin in 2026

Mitsubishi UFJ, Sumitomo Mitsui and Mizuho plan to issue a joint stablecoin pegged to the yen in fiscal year 2026.

Wintermute: No Signs of Capital Return, Bottom Not Yet Reached

Wintermute sees no clear signs that capital is returning to the crypto market. The Bitcoin price is at $61,673 and a bottom has not yet been confirmed.

Trump family earned $2.3 billion from crypto while investors lost

The Trump family earned $2.3 billion from crypto projects such as the TRUMP memecoin and World Liberty Financial, while investors lost billions.

Arthur Hayes sells HYPE, NEAR, WLD and ZEC and warns about AI

BitMEX founder Arthur Hayes states that AI is absorbing Bitcoin liquidity and announces taking tactical short positions via derivatives.

Strategy buys 1,550 Bitcoin and further expands reserves

Strategy buys 1,550 Bitcoin for $101 million and increases its Bitcoin reserves to 845,256 BTC. Also, the dollar reserves grow to $1 billion.

UK sanctions against HTX cause compliance chaos

Crypto researcher zachxbt states that UK sanctions against HTX are nonsensical and compliance tools unreliable.

200+ Organizations Urge Senate Vote on Clarity Act

More than 200 crypto companies, including Coinbase, Ripple and Kraken, are sending a joint letter to the U.S. Senate to push for the Clarity Act.

Famous trader Eugene exits crypto and warns about Bitcoin

Trader Eugene largely leaves the crypto market and moves to stocks. He sees no good risk-reward opportunities and is negative about Strategy and Saylor.

Bitcoin Short-Term Holders Massively Send BTC to Exchanges at a Loss

During the recent correction, Bitcoin STH sent more than 59,000 BTC to exchanges at a loss. The largest loss since February.

JPMorgan warns about Bitcoin sales by Strategy

JPMorgan expresses concern about Strategy's Bitcoin sales for dividend payments. Bank lowers outlook for crypto market to cautious.

Bitcoin miner expects little risk even at $30.000

CEO of Chinese miner BTCTOP states that Strategy's position remains stable, even if Bitcoin drops to $30,000. Leverage ratio would only rise to 10%.

Ethereum price falls back to 2016 level against Bitcoin

Bitcoin analyst PlanB states that the ETH/BTC price has fallen back to the level of March 2016. Ethereum has been underperforming Bitcoin for ten years.