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Unstoppable Domains abandons ICANN bid for .crypto, .wallet domains
Unstoppable Domains founder Matthew Gould announced the company will not pursue ICANN's 2026 gTLD round for Web3 domains like .crypto, .wallet, and .NFT, citing high compliance and bidding costs versus limited market demand. Affected customers will receive refunds; domains remain functional on-chain.
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Whale opens $40M leveraged short on ETH and BTC via Hyperliquid
An on-chain observer detected a newly created wallet depositing 5M USDC to Hyperliquid and immediately opening 20x leveraged short positions totaling ~$40M across ETH and BTC.
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Bitcoin Improvement Proposal proposes quantum-resistant signature upgrade
A new Bitcoin Improvement Proposal introducing the SHRINCS signature scheme has been published, aimed at enhancing Bitcoin's resilience against potential quantum computing threats.
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StarkWare executes first quantum-resistant Bitcoin transaction
StarkWare reports successful execution of a quantum-resistant Bitcoin transaction, though the firm notes Bitcoin requires protocol-level changes to achieve comprehensive quantum safety.
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Coinbase cites regulatory overlap as barrier to U.S. equity perpetuals
Coinbase has attributed delays in launching U.S. equity perpetual futures to jurisdictional regulatory conflicts, suggesting multiple agencies claim authority over the product.
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X launches Chat Agents API for developers to build AI assistants
Elon Musk's X platform has released Chat Agents, enabling developers to create AI-powered assistants within the platform's messaging system through a new API and SDK.
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Large wallet accumulates $31.5M in HYPE tokens across multiple exchanges
An anonymous whale address purchased nearly 388k HYPE tokens worth $31.5M over two days via Hyperliquid, OKX, Bybit, and Gate, according to on-chain tracking.
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Bitcoin Improvement Proposal for quantum-resistant signatures published
A new BIP proposing the SHRINCS signature scheme to make Bitcoin resistant to quantum computing threats has been published, though implementation faces tradeoffs.
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Nvidia reportedly in talks to acquire Hugging Face for $13B+
Nvidia is in discussions to acquire AI platform Hugging Face in a deal valued above $13 billion, according to Business Insider. The move signals continued consolidation in the AI infrastructure space.
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Better launches crypto-collateralized mortgage product with 250% collateral requirement
Better, a mortgage platform, has introduced crypto-backed mortgages requiring borrowers to post 250% collateral in digital assets. The product expands lending options in the crypto finance space.
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U.S. government moves 24 BTC from FTX seizure wallet
On-chain data shows the U.S. government transferred approximately 24 BTC from its FTX Alameda seized funds wallet, raising questions about potential asset liquidation or reallocation.
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US dollar rallies on hot inflation data, rate-hike bets weigh on risk assets
The US dollar posted its strongest weekly performance in roughly a month, gaining 0.3% as inflation readings reignite expectations for a Federal Reserve rate increase before year-end.
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Whale deposits $177M USDC to Aave
An anonymous whale transferred approximately 177 million USDC tokens to the Aave protocol, signaling potential lending activity or liquidity provision on the platform.
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US Q2 GDP growth confirmed at 1.5% annualized rate
US economy expanded at a 1.5% annualized pace in the second quarter, matching the preliminary reading. The data is relevant to crypto sentiment as it influences Federal Reserve policy and broader market risk appetite.
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US inflation sticky, consumer demand beats; Fed likely to stay cautious on rate cuts
US PCE inflation held at 3.7% YoY while core PCE remained at 3.3%, both meeting expectations. Consumer spending and durable goods orders exceeded forecasts, signaling resilient demand despite price pressures. GDP growth matched estimates at 1.5%, but elevated price index suggests the Fed may maintain a hawkish stance.
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Revolut rolls out euro-backed stablecoin to select European users
Fintech platform Revolut has launched EURR, a euro-pegged stablecoin, for customers in Denmark, Poland, and Portugal. Stripe's Luxembourg subsidiary manages the reserve backing.
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Revolut introduces euro-backed stablecoin EURR
Fintech platform Revolut has launched EURR, a stablecoin pegged to the euro, expanding its crypto offerings for users seeking euro-denominated digital assets.
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US July PCE inflation beats expectations on monthly basis
US July PCE price index rose 0.2% month-over-month (above 0.1% forecast) and 3.7% year-over-year (above 3.6% estimate). Core PCE matched expectations at 0.2% monthly and 3.3% annually.
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HPC and trade[XYZ] urge CFTC to open U.S. market for energy perpetual contracts
Hyperliquid Policy Center and trade[XYZ] submitted formal comments to the CFTC proposing regulated access to crude oil and natural gas perpetual contracts in the U.S., with support for 24/7 trading, stablecoin margin, and on-chain settlement infrastructure.
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US Q2 GDP growth meets expectations at 1.5%
US preliminary second-quarter GDP expanded 1.5%, matching consensus forecasts. The data provides a baseline for broader economic health amid ongoing inflation and rate-policy discussions.
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BNB Chain joins Mastercard's Crypto Partner Program
BNB Chain has been added to Mastercard's Crypto Partner Program, expanding the payment giant's blockchain ecosystem partnerships.
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Taurus integrates digital asset platforms with Swift's blockchain ledger
Taurus is connecting digital asset platforms to Swift's blockchain infrastructure, with institutional clients expected to onboard within days and initial transactions anticipated within weeks.
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Binance launches DJTB stock trading with 24/7 access and instant exchange
Binance added DJTB/USDT trading pair, offering round-the-clock access and 1:1 free instant exchange for actual stocks on the platform.
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Shinhan Financial and Visa partner on Korean stablecoin payment system
South Korea's Shinhan Financial Group has partnered with Visa to develop stablecoin payment infrastructure targeting the Korean market, signaling institutional adoption of digital currency rails.
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LayerZero unveils ATLAS settlement engine
LayerZero introduced ATLAS as its new settlement engine. ZRO token gained 10% on the announcement and has recovered roughly 50% from recent lows.
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LayerZero unveils ATLAS as new settlement engine
LayerZero has announced ATLAS, a new settlement engine for its cross-chain messaging protocol. The development aims to enhance transaction settlement capabilities across the network.
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Dallas Fed flags tokenized deposits as potential threat to bank lending capacity
The Dallas Federal Reserve warns that programmable deposits and AI-driven automation could enable rapid, yield-chasing deposit flows, potentially reducing U.S. banks' lending capacity by up to $700 billion.
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Bitcoin short squeeze and Treasury policy shift spark bull-market outlook
Analysts cite a historic Bitcoin short squeeze and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's recent policy moves as potential macro catalysts for a market reset, according to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan.
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ECB asserts digital euro design will prevent transaction tracking
European Central Bank officials claim the planned digital euro will be architected to prevent the Eurosystem from linking users to their purchases, though privacy advocates remain unconvinced about the implementation.
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Robinhood Chain DEX volume surpasses $25B milestone
Robinhood Chain's decentralized exchange has crossed $25 billion in cumulative trading volume, marking a significant growth milestone for the blockchain ecosystem.
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MicroStrategy cuts net leverage to near zero with $6.69B cash reserve
MicroStrategy has reduced its net leverage to near zero while accumulating $6.69B in dollar liquidity, with USD reserves now sufficient to cover four years of preferred dividends. The stock has recovered 35% from June lows.
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Large ETH holder deposits 6.5K tokens to Binance after 2-year hold
A whale transferred 6,504 ETH (~$15.9M) to Binance after holding for over two years, reportedly realizing a $10.58M loss on the position.
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Bitcoin struggles to hold $80K as all investor groups turn profitable
Bitcoin has failed to sustain support above the $80,000 level. Meanwhile, on-chain analysis shows all investor cohorts have returned to net profitability, raising questions about supply absorption at current levels.
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Japan's financial regulators to explore blockchain for securities settlement
Japan's FSA, Finance Ministry, and central bank are collaborating with financial institutions to study blockchain infrastructure for faster securities cash settlement, with a development roadmap expected by early 2027.
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Tornado Cash founder's retrial scheduled for April 2027
Roman Storm's retrial in the Tornado Cash case has been rescheduled to April 2027, according to Decrypt. The delay extends the legal proceedings for the privacy-focused mixing protocol.
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Bitcoin pulls back to $79K after 23% weekly surge amid strong ETF inflows
Bitcoin retreated to $79,000 on Wednesday following a 23% gain over the prior week, as spot ETF inflows exceeded $3 billion in August, signaling sustained institutional demand.
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Upbit adds NCT/KRW pair, trading opens Aug 26
South Korea's largest crypto exchange Upbit announced it will list NCT (PolySwarm token) against the Korean won, with trading starting Aug 26 at 9 p.m. local time.
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Tornado Cash retrial for Roman Storm delayed to April 2027
Judge Katherine Polk Failla postponed the retrial of Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm by over six months, leaving his acquittal motion unresolved.
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Japan plans blockchain settlement system for securities using wholesale CBDC by early 2030s
Japan is developing a national blockchain-based settlement infrastructure for stocks and government bonds leveraging wholesale central bank digital currency, aiming for near-instant clearing and operational deployment in the early 2030s.
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Kalshi raises $1.12B in equity round, 75% of $1.5B target
Prediction market platform Kalshi has secured $1.12 billion in a private equity offering, representing three-quarters of its $1.5 billion fundraising goal. The round involves 71 investors and relies on SEC exemptions for private placements.
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