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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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PCE inflation data due; Fed rate expectations in focus ahead of Warsh speech
US PCE inflation report expected at 8:30 a.m. ET, with headline inflation forecast to ease to 3.6% and core to hold at 3.3%. The data may influence rate expectations before Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's Jackson Hole address Friday.
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Revolut launches euro-backed stablecoin, eyes multi-currency expansion
Fintech platform Revolut has introduced a euro-pegged stablecoin available initially to customers in Denmark, Poland, and Portugal, signaling plans to broaden into other fiat-backed digital assets.
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Large ETH transfer to Coinbase signals potential selling pressure
Whale Alert detected a 20,716 ETH transfer (~$50.9M) from an unknown wallet to Coinbase, suggesting possible liquidation or exchange deposit ahead of a trade.
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Japan to pilot blockchain-based real-time settlement for stocks and bonds
Japan is launching a trial program to test blockchain technology for instant settlement of stock and bond transactions, according to reporting from Nikkei.
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Large ETH transfer to Coinbase Institutional signals potential institutional activity
Whale Alert detected a 21,124 ETH (~$52M) transfer from an unknown wallet to Coinbase's institutional platform, suggesting possible institutional positioning or liquidation.
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753 BTC withdrawn from Coinbase to unknown address
Whale Alert detected a transfer of 753 bitcoin (approximately $59M) moving out of Coinbase to an unidentified wallet, a typical signal of potential long-term holding or institutional movement.
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871 BTC moved to Coinbase from unknown wallet
Whale Alert detected a transfer of 871 bitcoin (worth ~$68.4M) from an unidentified address to Coinbase, a major cryptocurrency exchange.
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Iran conditions Hormuz reopening on US blockade lift and war end
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US lifts its naval blockade and regional conflicts end. Iran and Oman are exploring a temporary shipping corridor and mine-clearing efforts, while Trump claims mines are already cleared.
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Revolut launches euro stablecoin in three European markets
Fintech platform Revolut has begun a phased rollout of EURR, its euro-pegged stablecoin, to users in Denmark, Poland, and Portugal.
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Circle mints 5B USDC on Solana in past week
Circle issued 5 billion USDC stablecoin tokens on the Solana blockchain over the past seven days, signaling continued expansion of the stablecoin across multiple chains.
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BlackRock cuts minimum Bitcoin swap into IBIT to $1M as conversions exceed $5B
BlackRock reduced the minimum Bitcoin amount required for direct in-kind swaps into its IBIT spot Bitcoin ETF from $25M to $1M, reflecting surging institutional conversion activity that has now topped $5B.
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Japan plans blockchain-based settlement for stocks and bonds by early 2030s
Japan's financial regulators are advancing plans to deploy blockchain technology for securities settlement, aiming to modernize infrastructure and retain institutional and foreign investment flows.
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CME CEO cites DeFi competition as impetus for 24/7 U.S. oil trading
CME CEO Terry Duffy told the CFTC that decentralized finance platforms offering round-the-clock trading are influencing traditional markets, prompting CME to pursue 24/7 oil trading in the U.S. He noted that regulatory barriers don't prevent U.S. users from accessing offshore DeFi markets via VPNs.
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Revolut launches euro stablecoin across three European markets
Revolut has introduced the Bridge-issued EURR stablecoin in three European countries, with support for multiple blockchains and non-custodial wallets. Broader EEA rollout is planned for later this year.
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Zcash retreats 8% after Grayscale spot ETF debut on NYSE
Zcash's Grayscale spot ETF began trading on NYSE, capping a 60% rally that pushed the privacy coin to an eight-year high. Traders are now selling into the news amid elevated leverage positions.
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Shinhan Bank partners with Visa to pilot stablecoin payments and AI-driven finance
South Korea's Shinhan Bank will collaborate with Visa to test stablecoin applications in card payments, AI-based payment models, and B2B/B2C transactions as part of future finance initiatives.
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CryptoQuant CEO declares Bitcoin bear market concluded
Ki Young Ju, CEO of on-chain analytics firm CryptoQuant, stated that the Bitcoin bear cycle has ended, signaling a potential shift in market sentiment.
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Bitcoin Bull Score Surges to 80 as On-Chain Demand Accelerates
CryptoQuant reports Bitcoin's Bull Score jumped from 30 to 80 in a week, with eight of ten indicators now bullish. Spot demand is growing at its fastest monthly pace since December, though traders' unrealized profits and whale selling suggest near-term overheating risks remain.
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39 US state banking groups launch BankChain Alliance for nationwide bank network
A coalition of 39 state banking associations has established the BankChain Alliance to develop a blockchain network for US banks, with a planned 2027 launch date.
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39 U.S. state banking groups form BankChain Alliance for tokenized deposits and stablecoins
A coalition of 39 state banking associations has launched the BankChain Alliance, an industry-controlled blockchain network designed to support tokenized deposits, stablecoins, and smart payment infrastructure.
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Internet Computer ranks worst performer among major cryptos, down 99.69% from peak
Internet Computer has declined 99.69% from its $700 all-time high and underperformed peers in recent trading, gaining just 7.56% while Bitcoin reached $81K and XRP surged 23% against the dollar.
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$6.4B bitcoin options expiry Friday may drive volatility
A $6.4 billion bitcoin options contract expires Friday, potentially amplifying price swings as market makers rebalance hedges following BTC's recent rally from $62k to $80k.
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Tornado Cash dev Storm's retrial delayed to April 2027
A jury convicted Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm on money transmitting charges last year but deadlocked on other counts. His retrial on remaining charges has been postponed to April 2027.
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Tornado Cash dev Storm's retrial postponed to April 2027
Judge Katherine Polk Failla delayed the retrial of Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm to April 2027 following his motion for acquittal and continuance request.
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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 in the EU market.
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Bitcoin ETFs post strong inflows, narrowing 2026 outflow deficit
Bitcoin ETFs have attracted significant inflows over the past week, cutting their year-to-date net outflow deficit by more than half and approaching October 2025's total inflow level.
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Hyperliquid launches AQAv2 framework to redirect USDC yield toward HYPE token buybacks and burns
Hyperliquid activated its AQAv2 framework on August 26, routing approximately 90% of USDC reserve yield to programmatic buybacks and permanent burns of HYPE tokens via its Assistance Fund, with Circle and Coinbase supporting the infrastructure.
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Japan plans blockchain-based stock settlement system, roadmap due early 2027
Japanese agencies are developing a blockchain-based system for stock settlement, with detailed plans expected in early 2027. If approved, deployment could begin within years, with full operation targeted for the early 2030s.
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Sign releases sovereign stablecoin framework with BNB Chain
Sign has published a framework designed to help countries develop regulated digital currency programs, developed in collaboration with BNB Chain.
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Circle mints $5B USDC in past week amid stablecoin demand
On-chain data shows Circle has issued 5 billion USDC tokens over the past seven days, reflecting elevated stablecoin supply activity in the market.
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Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs extend 7-day inflow streak
Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $314M in net inflows on August 25, while spot Ethereum ETFs recorded $180M, both extending consecutive daily inflow streaks to seven days, per SoSoValue data.
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US banks accumulate $326.7B in unrealized investment losses over two quarters
US banks are holding $326.7 billion in unrealized losses on investment securities, with the total expanding for a second consecutive quarter. This signals potential stress in the traditional banking sector and may influence broader market risk sentiment.
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Bitcoin ETF issuers ease whale transition from self-custody to fund shares
Major ETF providers are streamlining the process for large bitcoin holders to convert self-managed holdings into ETF positions, lowering friction for institutional adoption.
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XRP leverage hits 11-month high as futures volume surges
XRP's recent rally has driven leverage ratios on Binance to their highest level since January, with long positions dominating and futures trading volume running 5x above spot volume, signaling potential volatility risk.
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Circle mints 250M USDC from treasury
Whale Alert detected a 250 million USDC mint from the USDC Treasury, signaling increased stablecoin supply in circulation.
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Crypto Fear & Greed Index surges to 74, highest since pre-October crash
The Fear & Greed Index jumped to 74 on Tuesday from 27 just two weeks prior, reflecting a rapid shift from risk-averse to aggressive trader positioning.
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Bitwise CIO: Treasury policy signals boost bitcoin's macro case
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan argues that recent Treasury interventions—bond market actions and Iran sanctions—demonstrate currency debasement and weaponization risks, strengthening the case for scarce, neutral assets like bitcoin.
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US banking groups targeting 2027 launch for shared blockchain network
BankChain and other bank-led initiatives are building shared blockchain infrastructure to support tokenized deposits and onchain payments, signaling growing institutional adoption of crypto rails.
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