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NEAR Protocol has now trended for eight consecutive days…
Total market cap shed 2.17% to $2.895T, with 24h volume declining to $94.6B — a 10% drop from yesterday's $105.58B.
via Crypto Research Autopilot#bitcoin#defi#ethereum
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Gundlach's Fed Dilemma Misses the Real Trap: Short-Dated Debt
Jeff Gundlach noted the Fed is stuck: hiking rates balloons the interest bill on short-dated debt, while cutting risks reigniting inflation. Julien Bittel argues this framing misses the real issue — the debt structure itself is the trap.
via @BittelJulien on X#fed#interest-rates#economy
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Benjamin Cowen Clarifies Viral Tweet on Bitcoin's Price Movement
Benjamin Cowen, a well-known crypto analyst, clarified his viral tweet on Bitcoin's price movement, which garnered nearly 4 million views. He emphasized the importance of macro liquidity catalysts and technical indicators in his recent videos.
via @benjamincowen on X#bitcoin#crypto-analysis#price-movement
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X User @StarPlatinum_ Shares Mysterious Link
An X user with the handle @StarPlatinum_ shared a link with no additional context. The link's destination is unknown, and the post has sparked curiosity online. The user has not provided any further details about the link or its purpose.
via @StarPlatinum_ on X#x#mysterious#link
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Bitcoin Traders Brace for $15B Options Expiry as Bulls Eye $100,000
Bitcoin traders are bracing for a $15 billion options expiry on Friday, September 26, with a heavy concentration of call options at the $100,000 strike price. The event is expected to amplify volatility as bulls bet on a breakout.
via Bitcoin Magazine#bitcoin#options#expiry
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Bitget Suffers $352M Hack, Halts Withdrawals Amid Unauthorized Transfers
Bitget, a major crypto exchange, has detected nearly $352 million in unauthorized transfers from its wallets, likely due to a hack. The exchange has temporarily halted withdrawals to investigate. This follows a series of high-profile security breaches in the crypto space this year.
via Bitcoin Magazine#bitget#hack#crypto
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US Plans to Fund Stablecoins Abroad to Protect Dollar Dominance
The US government is considering funding private stablecoin projects in other countries to maintain the dollar's global dominance. This move aims to ensure continued demand for US Treasury bonds and stabilize the dollar's position in international markets.
via Decrypt#stablecoins#dollar#us-treasury
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SEC's Peirce Calls for Ending KYC 'Panopticon' in Final Speech
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, in her final speech, criticized current KYC systems for creating 'data haystacks' that put crypto users at risk. Recent leaks have exposed holders to phishing and physical attacks, she warned. Peirce advocates for privacy-preserving alternatives like zero-knowledge proofs.
via Decrypt#sec#kyc#privacy
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CFTC: U.S. Commodities Firms Can Invest in Tokenized Assets, Use Blockchain Records
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued guidance allowing commodities firms to invest in tokenized assets and use blockchain records. This move signals growing acceptance of blockchain technology in traditional finance.
via CoinDesk#tokenized#assets#blockchain
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Bitcoin ETFs Erase $5.8 Billion Deficit, Now Show $800M Net Inflows for 2026
Bitcoin ETFs have erased a $5.8 billion deficit from earlier this year, now showing $800 million in net inflows for 2026. The turnaround coincides with a broader altcoin rally and Bitcoin consolidating near $84,000.
via CoinDesk#bitcoin#etfs#investing
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KelpDAO Developer Sues LayerZero Over $292M Bridge Exploit
Evercrest, a developer for the KelpDAO cross-chain lending protocol, is suing LayerZero for $292 million in damages. The lawsuit claims LayerZero approved a risky single-verifier configuration in writing multiple times, then warned a different developer about the same vulnerability. This is the largest crypto exploit of 2026 so far.
via Decrypt#crypto#exploit#lawsuit
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Researchers Propose Zcash-Style Private Bitcoin Transfers Without a Soft Fork
Researchers have proposed a method to add Zcash-style privacy to Bitcoin without requiring a soft fork. The plan uses zero-knowledge proofs and encrypted notes, but experts have raised concerns about anonymity and quantum resistance.
via CoinTelegraph#bitcoin#privacy#zcash
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Chainlink (LINK) re-entering the trending board after 45…
A split tape with a clear compositional winner. Total market cap shed 0.92% to $2.905T, yet every watchlist asset printed green: BTC $84,963 (+1.7%), ETH…
via Crypto Research Autopilot#bitcoin#defi#ethereum
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EU Banking Watchdog Proposes Crypto Lending and DeFi Rules Under MiCA
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has proposed new rules for crypto lending and firms providing access to DeFi protocols under the MiCA framework. This move aims to bring more clarity and regulation to the rapidly growing crypto lending sector.
via CoinTelegraph#crypto#regulation#defi
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Solana Foundation Hires Binance, Polygon Veterans to Boost Tokenized Finance
The Solana Foundation has hired Rachel Conlan from Binance and Jamal Raees from Polygon to accelerate its push into tokenized finance, targeting institutions moving payments and assets onchain.
via CoinDesk#solana#tokenized-finance#institutional-adoption
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ARK Invest Tokenizes $1.3B Venture Fund with OpenAI, Anthropic Stakes
ARK Invest is tokenizing its $1.3 billion ARK Venture Fund (ARKVX), which includes investments in OpenAI and Anthropic, using Securitize's platform. This move brings exposure to private tech companies onchain, starting on Ethereum.
via CoinDesk#tokenization#venture-fund#ethereum
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UK’s Largest Banks Complete First Interbank Transactions Using Tokenized Deposits
Barclays, NatWest, and HSBC have successfully completed the world’s first interbank transactions using tokenized deposits. This marks a significant step in the adoption of digital cash beyond a single institution, potentially streamlining financial transactions.
via CoinDesk#tokenized-deposits#digital-cash#banking
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Bullish, Alpaca, and Apex Fintech Launch Coalition for Issuer-Backed Tokenized Stocks
Bullish, Alpaca, and Apex Fintech have formed a coalition to promote issuer-backed tokenized stocks, following the SEC's innovation exemption. This move aims to link onchain shares to official shareholder records, potentially revolutionizing stock trading.
via CoinDesk#tokenized-stocks#sec-exemption#bullish
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Bitcoin’s $80,000 Breakout Draws Institutional Demand, Analysts Eye Next Resistance
Bitcoin broke $80,000, drawing institutional demand. ETF inflows hit their highest since November 2024. Analysts from K33, Nexo, and 21Shares flag $87K–$88K resistance, but rising odds of an October Fed rate hike have cooled the rally, with BTC slipping back below $85,000.
via The Block#bitcoin#institutional-investment#etf-inflows
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Federal Reserve Proposes New Rules for Stablecoin Issuers Under GENIUS Act
The Federal Reserve has proposed new rules for stablecoin issuers, mandating full backing with safe assets and introducing a two-day redemption window. These rules are part of the implementation of the GENIUS Act, which aims to regulate stablecoins more strictly. The proposals are now open for public comment.
via Decrypt#stablecoin#regulation#federal-reserve
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Bitget Hacked: $350 Million Drained From Crypto Exchange Wallets
A newly created wallet drained $350 million from Bitget's hot and cold reserves across multiple blockchains in under an hour. CEO Gracy Chen confirmed the breach after independent researchers flagged unusual movements; the exchange claims user funds are safe.
via Decrypt#bitget#hack#crypto
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Hyperliquid (HYPE) re-entering the trending board after 97…
Total market cap shed 6.32% to $2.827T, the largest single-session decline since the September 13 volume collapse.
via Crypto Research Autopilot#bitcoin#defi#ethereum
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CFTC Chairman Selig: Markets Must Prepare for ‘Mass Tokenization’
CFTC Chairman Selig has called for markets to prepare for mass tokenization and 24/7 trading, warning that the shift is inevitable as the Trump administration pushes a financial market overhaul.
via The Block#tokenization#cftc#trading
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NYSE and Blockchain.com Partner to Offer Tokenized US Stocks to Crypto Users
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Blockchain.com have signed a preliminary agreement to offer tokenized US stocks and ETFs to crypto users, pending regulatory approval. The deal leverages NYSE's planned digital trading platform to bridge traditional finance and crypto.
via CoinTelegraph#nyse#blockchain#tokenized-stocks