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The Weekend $ACE's Liquidations Topped Bitcoin's. My Engine Wanted to Short the Aftermath. It Wasn't Allowed.

Base DeFi TVL hit a new all-time high of $5.7B

Base's DeFi growth signals increased investor confidence and could influence future token launch strategies and market dynamics. The post Base DeFi TV...

BitMEX faces Celsius lawsuit ahead of exchange closure

The Celsius estate alleges BitMEX wrongfully liquidated and seized 6,360 BTC, worth nearly $490 million, during the March 2020 market crash.

OpenAI discloses 6 new cases of ‘misaligned’ AI behavior

The six cases are separate from July’s incident, when OpenAI models escaped containment and hacked Hugging Face during a security evaluation.

FCA Clears Crypto Rulebook, but UK Banks Can Still Block Transfers

The FCA has published final guidance defining which crypto businesses will need authorization under the U.K.’s incoming regulatory regime. The clarity...

BlackRock’s IBIT sees $144M in net outflows as bitcoin ETFs drop

Rising Treasury yields are prompting a shift away from risk assets like bitcoin ETFs, impacting market dynamics and investor strategies. The post Blac...

Anthropic priced above $2 trillion as markets eagerly await IPO filing

Anthropic's high valuation may spark concerns of overvaluation, influencing market cap predictions and investor sentiment in tech IPOs. The post Anthr...

Saylor’s buybacks boost Strategy’s STRC stock near $100 offering price

Saylor's buybacks highlight the potential for strategic interventions to stabilize stock prices, though market confidence varies over timeframes. The ...

How $230M in Crypto for Venezuelan Oil Vanished on USB Drives

Poland’s state energy company Orlen lost hundreds of millions of dollars after a covert plan to buy discounted Venezuelan crude using tether collapsed...

Nvidia CEO sees new AI compute demand from data centers testing frontier models

The rising AI compute demand from data centers could significantly boost AI infrastructure investments, impacting tech giants' growth trajectories. Th...

Dunamu partners with Kazakhstan’s Alatau City on digital finance push worth $6B

Dunamu's partnership with Alatau City could accelerate Central Asia's digital finance evolution, fostering regional fintech innovation and integration...

XRP’s 70% Breakout Had a Warning Sign: 85 Millionaire Wallets Moved First

XRP whales moved early as 85 new millionaire wallets appeared before the dramatic August breakout.

7 Democratic Senators Vow to Keep Pushing CLARITY Act After Setback

A group of Democratic senators says the failed Senate vote on the CLARITY Act will not end efforts to establish a federal framework for cryptocurrency...

Bitcoin absorbs Fed rate hike as officials see more tightening

Bitcoin showed little immediate reaction to the Fed’s first rate increase since 2023, but 16 of 18 officials expect at least one more hike before the ...

House Defers DICT Budget, Calls Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to Congress Safety Hearing

Philippine lawmakers freeze the DICT budget and summon Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to address platform safety and child exploitation risks.

Update: House Defers DICT Budget, Calls Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to Congress Safety Hearing

Philippine lawmakers freeze the DICT budget and summon Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to address platform safety and child exploitation risks.

Ripple Says XRP Is Not a Security, Recognized as Digital Commodity

Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty says XRP’s U.S. regulatory status remains clear following years of litigation and federal agency guidance. ...

Lionel Messi extends record for most goals in finals to 36

Messi's unmatched finals goal record underscores his enduring impact and adaptability, solidifying his legacy across football's evolving landscape. Th...

Vitalik Buterin argues AI can enhance software security against hacking

AI, paired with formal verification, could revolutionize software security, reshaping trust models and enhancing blockchain resilience. The post Vital...

Congress passes sweeping US sanctions bill targeting Russia

The sanctions bill may escalate U.S.-Russia tensions, complicating diplomatic efforts and reducing the likelihood of a near-term ceasefire. The post C...

United states denies palestinian president mahmoud abbas entry visa for UN general assembly in New York next week – AFP

The visa denial may signal a shift in U.S. diplomatic stance, potentially affecting future Palestinian state recognition and international relations. ...

The Attackers Who Deceived Revolut Now Demand 6,000 XMR

The attackers claiming to be behind the Revolut breach have dropped the earlier bitcoin demand and are now asking for 6,000 XMR, roughly $3 million, t...

Guy Young builds Ethena Pay neobank to deliver yield directly to users

Ethena Pay's innovative yield-sharing model could disrupt traditional banking by offering competitive returns and fostering crypto adoption. The post ...

US lawmakers advance bill to lock Trump’s Bitcoin reserve into law

The legislation seeks to codify Trump’s Bitcoin reserve policy, locking up Bitcoin acquired through civil and criminal forfeiture for 20 years.

Democrats block Trump’s $2.8B weapons transfer to Israel

The blocked arms sale highlights ongoing tensions between U.S. foreign policy priorities and humanitarian concerns in conflict zones. The post Democra...

Standard Chartered sees higher oil floor amid Gulf tensions

Geopolitical tensions in the Gulf may lead to sustained higher oil prices, impacting global markets and highlighting infrastructure vulnerabilities. T...

Trump to meet Gulf leaders in NY for Iran talks next week: Axios

The meeting underscores ongoing geopolitical tensions, with potential diplomatic progress impacting market perceptions and regional stability. The pos...

Column expands offerings to compete with Mastercard and Marqeta in stablecoin card issuing

Column's integration of stablecoin support into its banking platform could reshape fintech infrastructure, challenging existing card issuers. The post...

Column expands offerings to compete with Mastercard and Marqeta in stablecoin card services

Column's integration of stablecoin support into its banking platform could reshape fintech infrastructure, challenging existing card issuers. The post...

What CLARITY Act’s Failure Means for XRP, Ripple and Investors

Ripple says the CLARITY Act’s failure does not alter XRP’s established legal position or disrupt its business. The company is emphasizing continued de...