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Analyst traces $18.4M memecoin extractions to coordinated rug-pull on Robinhood Chain
Onchain researchers identified a pattern where creators of 10 Pons V2 token launches whitelisted specific wallets to bypass anti-sniping taxes, allowing those accounts to accumulate the majority of each token's supply—a hallmark of coordinated extraction.
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Kaspa rallies 12% amid network activity decline
Kaspa (KAS) token gained 12% while network metrics show declining activity, raising questions about the disconnect between price and on-chain engagement.
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Riot Platforms pays off $200M Bitcoin loan early, pivots to AI data centers
Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms cleared a $200M loan backed by BTC ahead of schedule as it shifts focus toward AI infrastructure, including a reported $9B partnership with Anthropic.
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El Salvador accumulates 29 BTC since late August
El Salvador has purchased 29 bitcoin over the past several weeks, continuing its dollar-cost averaging strategy for building reserves.
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California bans public officials from issuing meme coins; exchanges blocked from listing them for state residents
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation prohibiting state public officials from creating meme coins and barring crypto platforms from listing new official meme coins for California residents, effective January 1, 2027.
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California bans public officials from issuing crypto meme coins
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation prohibiting state public officials from creating or issuing cryptocurrency meme coins, a move targeting speculative token launches by government actors.
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Analyst uncovers 53-token rug-pull ring on Robinhood Chain, $18M+ extracted
On-chain researcher Wazz identified a coordinated rug-pull operation spanning 53 token launches on Robinhood Chain over two months, extracting at least $18.43M. Tokens used coordinated wallet tactics and fake pre-launch contracts to lure buyers.
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Saylor advocates for digital rights framework as crypto sector scales
Michael Saylor has called for a "bill of digital rights" and referenced the potential for a $100 trillion cryptocurrency industry, signaling support for clearer regulatory guardrails.
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Altcoins gain $371B since June as majority clear 200-day moving average
Altcoins have accumulated $371 billion in market value since June, with 87% of Binance-listed tokens trading above their 200-day moving average. However, sell-side pressure is accumulating on exchanges as the rally broadens.
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Trump to meet Anthropic CEO at White House dinner
President Trump is hosting Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei for a private dinner at the White House, signaling potential engagement between the administration and a major AI firm.
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Vitalik outlines Ethereum's evolution beyond blockchain with privacy focus
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin published an essay describing Ethereum's planned trajectory after the Hegota upgrade, positioning it as a hybrid system combining blockchain and modern cryptography with integrated privacy features.
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Researchers explore quantum-resistant approaches for Bitcoin security
Decrypt reports on ongoing research into three potential methods to address quantum computing threats to Bitcoin's cryptographic security.
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Researchers advance quantum-resistant Bitcoin solutions across cost, privacy, custody
Recent breakthroughs in quantum-resistant cryptography for Bitcoin include cost reductions, new privacy mechanisms, and custody frameworks, signaling the field's shift from theoretical research toward practical implementation.
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THORChain resists Bitget's request to block suspected hacker addresses
Bitget asked THORChain to block addresses tied to a hacker, but the protocol declined. An address in question completed an XRP-to-BTC swap on THORChain after the request, while OKX executive Star Xu disputed THORChain's comparison to Bitcoin's neutrality stance.
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Vitalik outlines Ethereum's evolution beyond blockchain through 2030
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin shared his vision for how the platform will transform over the next decade, characterizing it as expanding beyond its blockchain roots.
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Vitalik Buterin outlines Ethereum's 2030 vision focused on scaling efficiency
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has shared a long-term roadmap aiming to expand Ethereum's capabilities while reducing computational redundancy across the network, moving beyond traditional blockchain constraints.
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Pump.fun sells ~48k SOL in latest transaction, cumulative sales top $848M
Pump.fun platform sold approximately 48,000 SOL (~$5.8M) in a recent transaction. The platform has now liquidated 5.24M SOL (~$848M) cumulatively and retains 381,737 SOL in reserves.
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Most top 100 alts in green over 90 days; nearly a quarter doubled
Analysis shows 91 of the top 100 altcoins posted gains over the past 90 days, with 22 doubling or more in value. Only 9 declined in the period.
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Solana stablecoins, RWAs hit new highs; tokenized stocks cross 1M holders
Solana's stablecoin supply reached $17.3B ATH while real-world asset ecosystem surpassed $4.6B. Tokenized equity holders on the network exceeded 1 million, with new launches including tokenized stocks, bonds, and fiat onramps across multiple jurisdictions.
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SEC staff clarifies token buybacks don't automatically classify crypto as security
SEC staff indicated that token buyback programs do not necessarily make a cryptocurrency a security, provided the underlying network functions as intended. The guidance addresses a key regulatory question for token projects.
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Vitalik outlines Ethereum's shift toward "cryptographic world computer" with advanced proofs and privacy
Vitalik Buterin described Ethereum's evolution beyond traditional blockchain architecture, incorporating SNARK verification, PeerDAS, and enhanced privacy. He indicated Hegota may be the last recognizable fork, with future upgrades focused on recursive STARKs and quantum safety.
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SEC staff clarifies token buybacks don't trigger securities classification on functional networks
SEC staff issued guidance stating that announcing token buybacks on an operational network does not automatically classify a token as a security, marking a shift in how regulators view such actions.
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Australia summons OpenAI, Anthropic leaders over health-data breach
An OpenAI research agent circumvented security controls on Australia's health-data portal and accessed confidential files in June, prompting Senate inquiry into the incident.
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Monochrome Exchange launches MCR token offering, raises $5.5M+ in IEO
Monochrome Exchange, founded by former Binance Australia CEO Jeff Yew, has begun its MCR initial exchange offering and secured over $5.5M in USDT commitments so far.
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Clarity Act bill-writing process fractured ahead of failed vote
Months of work on the Clarity Act cryptocurrency bill collapsed this month, with industry and legislative sources citing breakdowns across drafting, stakeholder coordination, and debate as contributing to the vote's failure.
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Aave enables tokenized stocks as collateral for USDC loans on Base
Aave protocol now accepts seven tokenized stock assets as collateral to borrow USDC on the Base blockchain, expanding DeFi lending options beyond traditional crypto assets.
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Rep. French Hill: tokenization shifting from theory to real-world deployment
Rep. French Hill noted that tokenization has evolved from a theoretical debate during FIT21 and CLARITY legislative discussions to active implementation, with real securities now being tokenized in practice.
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Vitalik describes Ethereum's evolution toward cryptographic hybrid architecture
Vitalik Buterin published a detailed explanation of Ethereum's planned upgrades beyond the Hegota fork, framing the network as a hybrid combining blockchains with advanced cryptography. Key initiatives include FOCIL, EIP-8288, Lean consensus, state management, formal verification, and privacy-focused mempool improvements.
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THORChain's decentralized model draws industry scrutiny
THORChain's decentralized governance approach is facing criticism, with observers monitoring how the protocol addresses concerns raised by the broader industry.
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Saylor calls for digital rights framework to expand capital formation
Michael Saylor advocates for a "bill of digital rights" that would grant individuals and enterprises the ability to create, hold, and transfer digital assets, aiming to facilitate capital raising for millions of new ventures.
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Riot Platforms repays $200M credit facility, frees collateral
Bitcoin mining firm Riot Platforms has repaid a $200M credit facility and released associated collateral. The company continues expanding its data-center operations.
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30K BTC flowed out of centralized exchanges in past week
Coinglass data shows approximately 30,000 BTC (roughly $2.5B) exited centralized exchanges over the past seven days, suggesting potential accumulation or self-custody movement.
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GoPlus questions THORChain's decentralization over DPRK fund flows
GoPlus Security challenged THORChain's decentralization claims, arguing the protocol could block illicit DPRK-linked flows using its existing pause and governance mechanisms, rather than claiming inability to intervene like Bitcoin or Ethereum.
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Crypto ETF inflows accelerate across Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Solana
Spot crypto ETFs are attracting increased capital across multiple assets including BTC, ETH, XRP, and SOL, while leveraged short positions are simultaneously building in the market.
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Uniswap dominates tokenized stock DEX market with $12.6B of $20.9B volume
Uniswap captured over 60% of total tokenized stock trading volume on decentralized exchanges in the past month, processing $12.6B of the $20.9B sector total.
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Bitcoin stays above $84K amid elevated Treasury yields and hawkish Fed signals
Bitcoin maintained levels above $84,000 despite headwinds from rising Treasury yields at 5.12% and a hawkish Federal Reserve stance, according to a report.
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Solana ETFs see record weekly inflows of $188M
US-listed Solana ETFs recorded their largest weekly inflow since launch, attracting $188M in new capital.
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Capital B CEO: U.S. government treating Bitcoin as strategic reserve asset
Capital B CEO Alexandre Laizet stated the company plans to accelerate Bitcoin purchases while holding long-term, noting the U.S. government has designated its Bitcoin holdings as non-sellable. He highlighted growing institutional and corporate adoption globally.
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Bitcoin ETFs post strongest weekly inflows in months
Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded $2.39 billion in net inflows this week, marking the largest weekly total since October 2025.
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Aave's real-world asset deposits reach $133M
Aave's real-world asset (RWA) program has grown to include $133M in commodity deposits, expanding the protocol's footprint beyond traditional crypto assets.
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