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ASIC shuts down Yepbit websites amid withdrawal complaints
Australia's ASIC took enforcement action against Yepbit, taking down its websites and refuting the platform's claims that the regulator had frozen customer funds. Investors have reported being unable to withdraw assets.
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Arbitrum tokenized stocks rally 476% amid network activity surge
Tokenized stock products on the Arbitrum network have surged 476%, signaling renewed interest in the ecosystem. The move comes as ARB has underperformed over the past two years.
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Bitcoin shows second early bull signal, CryptoQuant data suggests bottoming
On-chain analytics firm CryptoQuant reports Bitcoin has triggered a second early bull signal, indicating a potential bottoming phase in the market.
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FlightAware withdraws lawsuit against Kalshi over flight-data prediction markets
FlightAware dropped its lawsuit against prediction market platform Kalshi just one day after filing, which had alleged unauthorized use of flight data and trademark rights in Kalshi's cancellation prediction markets.
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Researchers exposed fake crypto startup used to track North Korean IT operatives
Security researchers documented a honeypot operation that lured suspected North Korean IT workers into a fabricated cryptocurrency startup, enabling surveillance and intelligence gathering on state-sponsored cyber activity.
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MicroStrategy's BTC credit model uses 10% annual return assumption for risk tracking
Michael Saylor disclosed that MicroStrategy's Bitcoin credit product employs a 10% BTC annual return case to monitor credit spreads and collateral adequacy.
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Metaplanet moves 3,881 BTC between internal wallets amid market volatility
Japanese treasury firm Metaplanet transferred nearly 3,900 bitcoin between its own wallets in an internal custody move, not a sale. The transfer occurred as BTC traded near $63,600.
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Ravencoin exploited vulnerability triggers chain reorganization risk
A security vulnerability in Ravencoin has been exploited, creating risk of chain reorganization for recent transactions and driving the asset to an all-time low.
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Harmony confirms 4B ONE tokens minted without authorization in exploit
Harmony blockchain confirmed an exploit in which an attacker illegally minted 4 billion ONE tokens. The incident was initially reported by community member Juiceberg.
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Ex-Binance Australia head pursues revival of Balaji's Network School campus in Malaysia
Jeff Yew, a Malaysian crypto investor and former head of Binance Australia, is exploring plans to reopen Balaji Srinivasan's Network School campus at Forest City, according to Bloomberg reporting.
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Harmony investigates suspected exploit; 2.8B unauthorized ONE tokens reported
Harmony is coordinating with exchanges to freeze funds and develop a patch following reports that an exploit generated 2.8 billion unauthorized ONE tokens that reached trading platforms.
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Itaú joins Brazil tokenization pilot for fixed-income securities
Latin America's largest private bank Itaú is participating in an ANBIMA-led pilot program with OpenAssets to tokenize fixed-income securities on blockchain in Brazil.
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Crypto.com launches tokenized stock derivatives amid sector growth
Crypto.com has introduced tokenized stock derivatives, allowing users to gain price exposure to equities without owning shares. The move follows rapid expansion in the tokenized stock market, which has grown significantly over the past year.
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Bitwise cuts 14% of workforce amid crypto industry layoffs
Bitwise asset manager reduced its global headcount to approximately 155 employees following a 14% staff reduction, reflecting broader cost-cutting across the crypto sector during market weakness.
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Spot Bitcoin ETFs see $4.9M inflows; Ethereum ETFs post $1.8M outflows
Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded net inflows of $4.9M on August 11, driven by BlackRock's IBIT. Spot Ethereum ETFs saw net outflows of $1.8M, with Fidelity's FETH leading the decline.
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Harmony Protocol hit by unauthorized ONE token mint; 4B tokens created
Harmony Protocol suffered an exploit involving unauthorized minting of 4 billion ONE tokens, representing 26% of total supply. Approximately 2.8 billion tokens were moved to exchanges before the price declined; the team is coordinating with exchanges to freeze assets and deploy a fix.
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Bitcoin and ether consolidate ahead of U.S. CPI data
BTC and ETH are trading in narrow ranges as market participants await the U.S. CPI release, a key inflation indicator that typically moves crypto markets.
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Metaplanet transfers ~3,900 BTC in three-hour window
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet moved approximately 3,881 BTC (valued near $247M) within a three-hour period, according to blockchain analytics platform Arkham.
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Harmony ONE drops 26% after alleged unauthorized token mint
Harmony reported a security breach involving the unauthorized minting of 4 billion ONE tokens. The network is coordinating with exchanges to freeze affected funds and developing a software patch.
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Harmony blockchain hit by unauthorized minting of 4B ONE tokens
Harmony Layer 1 blockchain experienced an exploit resulting in roughly 4 billion ONE tokens (26% of supply) minted without authorization. The network is coordinating with exchanges to freeze funds while investigating the root cause and considering rollback options.
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CFTC invokes emergency authority to defend Kalshi against New York gambling restrictions
The CFTC used emergency powers to keep prediction market platform Kalshi operating in New York, escalating a dispute over whether states can classify federally regulated event contracts as gambling.
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DOGE and BNB rally while Bitcoin retreats near $63.7K
Dogecoin and Binance Coin outperformed major cryptocurrencies with gains of roughly 3% and 2% respectively, while Bitcoin declined and underperformed on both daily and weekly timeframes.
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Metaplanet moves 3,881 BTC; portfolio down 34% from $96K average cost
Lookonchain reports Metaplanet transferred 3,881 BTC (~$247M) in the past 3 hours. The company holds 43,000 BTC acquired at an average price of $96,191, currently representing an unrealized loss of $1.4B.
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FC Barcelona's mobile app partners with Wirex and Stellar for in-app wallet
Barça Mobile, the official mobile partner of FC Barcelona, has partnered with Wirex, Crossmint, and Stellar to integrate a digital wallet into its app, expanding crypto adoption in sports.
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XRP bridge exploited for $200K via fake deposit vulnerability
An attacker drained $200,000 from an XRP bridge by creating unbacked tokens on another chain and swapping them for real XRP reserves. The bridge operator has halted operations and reported the incident to the FBI.
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Rumble CEO touts 250MW power capacity as lever for AI revenue growth
Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski stated the platform's 250 megawatts of unused power capacity could enable significant AI-driven revenue expansion, according to Cointelegraph.
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OCC Chief Backs National Bank Charter Path for Digital Asset Firms
U.S. Comptroller Jonathan Gould stated that entities engaged in legally permissible digital asset activities should have access to national bank charters. The OCC has processed 40 de novo applications in 18 months, with decisions on complete applications made within 120 days.
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Bitmine nears 5% ETH target with 4.8% stake accumulated
Tom Lee's Bitmine has accumulated 5.81 million ETH (approximately $11B), now representing 4.8% of total ETH supply as it approaches its stated 5% acquisition goal. Arkham research explores implications of reaching that threshold.
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Bitwise cuts 14% of workforce amid market downturn
Bitwise has laid off approximately 14% of its staff, reducing headcount to around 155 employees from 180, citing the crypto market slump as a factor.
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CryptoQuant CEO warns Bitcoin rally depends on spot demand, not just futures
CryptoQuant's Ki Young Ju cautions that Bitcoin's current upswing is primarily futures-driven and risks losing steam without underlying spot market participation, echoing a similar pattern from April.
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MetaPlanet and Hut 8 move significant BTC holdings off exchange
MetaPlanet transferred ~1,473 BTC and Hut 8 moved ~493 BTC in recent on-chain transactions, totaling over $125M in value. Large holder movements often signal strategic positioning.
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US-Iran tensions threaten 600k barrels/day oil supply through 2027
Analysts expect oil supply disruptions linked to US-Iran conflict to reach 600,000 barrels per day and remain in effect through end of 2027, signaling potential inflationary pressure on macro markets.
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Strategy CEO signals resumption of Bitcoin purchases later this year
Strategy's CEO Phong Le told FOX Business the firm plans to resume Bitcoin accumulation later in 2024 after recent sales. The company has purchased ~175k BTC year-to-date while selling ~7k BTC, with proceeds directed to dividends and reserves.
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Ravencoin network faces exploit risk as mining pools build competing chain
Mining pools controlling most of Ravencoin's hash rate are constructing an alternative blockchain that could enable a three-day chain reorganization, putting transactions at risk and driving the asset to record lows.
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Early Ethereum ICO holder moves 2,680 ETH after 11+ years dormant
An original Ethereum ICO participant transferred 2,680 ETH (worth ~$5M) from a wallet inactive for over 11 years, marking a significant on-chain movement by an early adopter.
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Four traders hold 5,375 BTC in combined shorts, liquidation levels mapped
On-chain tracker Lookonchain reports four traders have accumulated a combined short position of 5,375 BTC (approximately $343M), with liquidation prices ranging from $64,101 to $66,030.
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Bitmine stakes $289M ETH, now holds 4.2% of staked supply
Bitmine staked approximately $289M in ETH over the past week and purchased an additional $14M, bringing its total ETH holdings to 4.8% of circulating supply. The move signals institutional confidence in Ethereum staking.
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Bitwise CIO suggests Bitcoin has likely bottomed, citing resilience amid recent headwinds
Bitwise's Matt Hougan argues Bitcoin has likely found a bottom, pointing to its ability to withstand recent negative events including the Coldcard security incident and setbacks around the Clarity Act.
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Ravencoin network faces reorganization risk from mining pool exploit
Mining pools controlling majority hash rate on Ravencoin are building a competing chain that could enable a three-day blockchain reorganization, putting transactions at risk and driving the asset to record lows.
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OCC backs new bank charters for digital asset firms
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is pushing to revive new bank chartering and endorses entities operating in digital assets and emerging technologies, while praising FDIC reform initiatives.
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