Crypto
Franklin Templeton and Hashkey launch tokenized U.S. money fund in Asia
Franklin Templeton and Hashkey Group introduce a tokenized U.S. Treasury and money market fund for Asian investors.
Bitcoin ETFs log sixth straight day of inflows, total $2.26 bln
Spot Bitcoin ETFs added $338 million on Monday, extending a six-day streak of inflows that has narrowed year-to-date outflows to $2.57 billion. Total net assets reached $98.56 billion.
TronBid expands TRON resource marketplace with Energy rentals, fee cuts
Peer-to-peer platform introduces Energy rentals and API tools to reduce USDT transaction costs on the TRON network. Quick Rent and Flash Recharge features target wallets and businesses seeking efficiency.
Bullish provides $100M stablecoin facility for GPU-backed AI lending
USD.AI secures a $100 million debt facility from Bullish to fund AI infrastructure loans backed by GPU hardware. Bullish plans to list USD.AI’s sUSDai token and enhance liquidity.
Bitcoin falls below $79K as Fed’s Warsh signals no shift in inflation stance
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh cautioned that recent softer inflation prints do not indicate a sustained trend, weighing on crypto markets. Bitcoin slipped to $78.4K in volatile trading after his Jackson Hole remarks.
Bitcoin surge lifts crypto stocks as Wall Street funding ties deepen
Crypto miners and asset firms posted double-digit gains as Bitcoin topped $80,000, while stablecoin issuer Circle drew new analyst support. Solana network activity hit a record ahead of a 40% rally.
Hyperscale Data holds $21.6 mln in bitcoin holdings
The AI-focused data center company reported 278 bitcoins valued at $77,755 each as of Aug. 23. No trading activity was recorded during the prior week.
Stablecoin card spending seen hitting $50 bln by 2028: RedotPay
Global stablecoin card spending is projected to quadruple to $50 billion annually within five years, driven by cross-border demand and regulatory progress. Hong Kong-based RedotPay reports 8 million users and $14 billion in annual payment volume.
Bitcoin climbs above $80,000 for first time in over three months
The largest cryptocurrency by market cap reached $81,255 intraday, driven by optimism over U.S. regulatory progress and a weaker dollar. It remains 18% below its January peak.
Bitcoin tops $80,000 as Solana rallies 8%
Bitcoin surpasses $80,000 while Solana gains 8% amid validator proposals to reduce new SOL issuance.
SEC’s crypto asset rules unlikely to revive 2017-style ICO boom
Proposed exemptions allowing up to $75 million in annual token sales could streamline U.S. fundraising but face strict disclosure and recurring review requirements. Analysts warn the framework won’t replicate past speculative cycles.
Ethereum developers propose quantum-resistant staking keys
A draft proposal aims to introduce quantum-resistant cryptographic keys for Ethereum validators.
Bitcoin hits $80,000 for the first time since May as crypto recovery accelerates
Bitcoin reached $80,000, its highest level since May, after a 38% surge following a June plunge, aided by shifting U.S. Treasury policy and renewed ETF demand.
British crypto executive loses U.S. extradition fight on fraud charges
Manpreet Kohli, former Saitama token promoter, faces U.S. wire fraud and market manipulation charges after London judge rejects extradition appeal. Prosecutors allege $20 million in illicit profits.
UK judge clears extradition of crypto CEO to U.S. on fraud charges
Manpreet Kohli, CEO of Saitama, loses challenge to U.S. extradition over wire fraud and market manipulation allegations tied to a $7.5 billion token. U.S. prosecutors allege illicit profits of $20 million.
South Korea’s Jeonbuk Bank partners with Ripple for cross-border payments
South Korean lender Jeonbuk Bank deploys Ripple’s blockchain-based system for faster, cheaper business remittances. Regulators tighten oversight on crypto firms and gambling-related platforms.
Bitcoin climbs past $80,000 on dollar softness and policy shifts
Cryptocurrency extends gains to a three-month high as U.S. Treasury actions and legislative signals fuel debasement trade bets. Gold also advances amid dollar weakness.
US students and parents back crypto courses but learn via social media: OKX survey
Nearly 90% of students and parents support crypto and blockchain education in colleges, yet formal courses remain scarce. Social media and influencers are the top learning source for students.
Why Chasing Bitcoin’s 2029 $300K Target Is a Dangerous Distraction for Institutions
Bernstein’s lofty forecasts sound enticing, but betting on a $300,000 Bitcoin price in 2029 could skew risk management and obscure real on‑chain fundamentals.
Bernstein sees Bitcoin at $125K by late 2026, $300K by 2029
Wall Street firm forecasts BTC to recover from its 2025 slump and reach new cycle peaks, with institutional demand cited as a key support. Strategy’s Bitcoin holdings also in focus after price target cut.
Taurus integrates tokenization platforms with Swift’s blockchain ledger
Swiss digital asset infrastructure firm Taurus connects its custody and tokenization systems to Swift’s blockchain-based ledger, enabling bank-issued tokenized deposit payments. First transactions expected within weeks.
Taurus links banks to Swift’s blockchain ledger with live clients expected days
Geneva-based digital asset firm Taurus completes connectivity with Swift’s blockchain network, enabling tokenized deposits for institutional clients within days. First transactions expected within weeks.
CoinMarketCap secures SOC 2 and ISO certifications for data security
Crypto data platform obtains dual ISO 27001 and 27701 certifications alongside SOC 1 and 2 attestations, reinforcing compliance with global privacy and security standards.
AI bug reports prompt Lightning node emergency warning
Developers delayed public disclosure of two security issues for two weeks to allow fixes to propagate.