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The U.S. Senate failed to pass the Clarity Act, a key bill aimed at regulating crypto markets. Bitcoin prices briefly dropped but recovered. The industry now faces continued uncertainty.
Total market cap shed 3.43% to $2.648T, with 24h volume recovering to $88.77B — up from yesterday's $65.06B but still 54% below the $192.7B peak on August 22.
Ethena has navigated recent crypto market downturns by using foundation treasury funds to buy back tens of millions of dollars in tokens from early investors. The protocol is now expanding its yield mechanisms into real-world asset perpetuals and launching a consumer neo-banking app on Avalanche.
Macro investor Jordy Visser argues that financial markets are misreading economic reality by focusing on minor Fed rate shifts instead of AI productivity and crypto tokenization. He highlights regulatory clarity and dynamic market structures as catalysts for the next digital asset bull run.
Real Vision analyst Jamie describes Bitcoin's recent price breakout as an impulse move following severe volatility compression, signaling a potential shift in the broader market trend. Despite dense overhead resistance near $80,000, evolving global liquidity dynamics and token economics are shaping strategy across Bitcoin and select altcoins.
A broad green session across the watchlist, but the volume recovery is the critical data point. Total market cap shed 0.70% to $2.67T, yet every watchlist…
The Crypto Clarity Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at providing regulatory clarity for the crypto industry, is in a paradoxical state of limbo as the U.S. Senate reconvenes. A vote is scheduled for September 15, but it may not happen, could be delayed, or could reappear in another form. The act has seen revisions, including tweaks to DeFi and credit union provisions, but political and procedural hurdles remain.
Standard Chartered Bank has initiated coverage of Sky, dubbing it 'DeFi's federal bank' and predicting its token (SKY) will reach $0.325 by the end of 2028. The bank highlights Sky's role in simplifying decentralized finance (DeFi) for users and institutions alike.
CryptoQuant reports Bitcoin must surpass $81,700 to confirm a new bull market, with resistance levels extending to $88,700. This breakout could signal stronger upward momentum for the leading cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin ETFs experienced significant outflows totaling $449 million over three days, with ARK 21Shares contributing $164 million on Thursday alone. Ether and Solana funds also recorded net outflows, reflecting a broader shift in investor sentiment amid mixed US inflation data and an unchanged Federal Reserve interest rate outlook.
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party has received $97 million in donations from two crypto billionaires within 24 hours, setting a new record for political donations in the UK. This significant financial backing highlights the growing influence of the crypto industry in political funding.
MIT professor Muriel Médard contends that existing mathematical tools, not quantum computers, are the key to making blockchains quantum-safe. She believes classic cryptography can be adapted to protect digital assets from future threats. This approach could save the industry billions in potential losses.
Blockstream is demanding that hackers return the remaining Bitcoin stolen from its Liquid sidechain. The hackers initially took over 4,000 BTC but have returned some, claiming a reward for their efforts. Blockstream is not willing to negotiate, insisting on the full return of the stolen funds.
Circle has acquired Tazapay for $400 million to expand the reach of its USDC stablecoin in emerging markets. This move is seen as a strategic push to compete with Tether, which has a strong foothold in these regions.
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes argues that Japanese institutional capital reallocation and impending global balance sheet expansion will trigger a massive bull run in digital assets. Hayes highlights Ethereum and Bitcoin as prime beneficiaries of central bank monetary easing and fiat debasement.
A sharp volume collapse defines the session. Total market cap shed 4.67% to $2.61T, with 24h volume cratering to $48.85B — the lowest reading since August 30…
Traders on Robinhood Chain are exchanging healthcare stocks for the BONER memecoin, a trend driven by DeFi degens. This unusual swap highlights the growing intersection of traditional finance and meme-driven crypto assets.
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has stated that major prediction platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi lack proper authorization to operate in the EU. The regulator also questioned why these platforms block some EU countries but not others, and noted that VPNs can easily bypass these restrictions. Additionally, ESMA warned that prediction markets are "rife with inside trading."
MoneyGram has introduced its first stablecoin-backed Visa card in collaboration with Rain, initially available in Colombia. This card allows users to spend stablecoins for daily transactions, marking a significant step in mainstream crypto adoption. The card is designed to simplify crypto payments and bridge the gap between digital assets and traditional finance.
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies surged after the latest inflation report showed a mixed picture. While annual core inflation cooled, a hot monthly reading kept the odds of a Fed rate hike near 62%. This rally reflects broader market optimism despite economic uncertainties.
Crypto billionaires Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne each donated £36 million to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party, totaling £72 million. This comes as the House of Lords considers a bill to halt crypto donations and cap overseas giving at £100,000 annually.
Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin is targeting the $13 trillion corporate treasury market, with plans to expand into Europe under the MiCA regulatory framework. The stablecoin has already seen significant growth, driven by payments and capital markets, with a current market cap of $2.4 billion.
Revolut accidentally shared Bitcoin transaction histories, passports, and other personal data after treating a fraudulent government request as legitimate. The breach affected a limited number of users, but no customer funds were lost. This incident highlights the risks of phishing and the importance of verifying official requests.
Blockstream is refusing to pay a ransom for 598.5 BTC ($47 million) stolen in the Liquid hack, calling it theft. They plan to involve law enforcement if the funds aren't returned.