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Companies · 2 months ago Strategy Establishes $6.69 Billion USD Liquidity Reserve for Bitcoin Purchases Corporate software company Strategy has created a $6.69 billion USD liquidity reserve to support future Bitcoin acquisitions and cover dividends and debt interest payments.

Macro · 2 months ago Canada Responds to US Tariffs with Retaliatory Measures Amid Trade Tensions Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has condemned the latest US tariffs as an 'attack in a war,' signaling escalating trade tensions between the two nations. Canada plans to implement dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs starting September 8, target

Business · 2 months ago SpaceX and Nvidia to Launch AI Supercomputer Vera Rubin into Orbit by 2027 SpaceX and Nvidia have partnered to deploy the Vera Rubin AI supercomputer into orbit, targeting a launch in Q4 2027. This initiative aims to enhance AI workloads in space and expand computing capabilities significantly.

Hacks & Exploits · 2 months ago BitcoinIRA and iTrustCapital Face Allegations of Concealing Data Breaches BitcoinIRA and iTrustCapital are accused of data breaches linked to a threat actor, resulting in significant cryptocurrency theft. Neither company has publicly acknowledged the incidents.

Compliance · 2 months ago US to Restrict Dollar Access for Entities Linked to Iran Money Laundering The US plans to tighten financial measures against those suspected of laundering money for Iran, aiming to further isolate the nation from the global financial system.

Spot & ETFs · 2 months ago Zcash Holders Prepare for Governance Vote Amid 62% Price Surge Zcash holders are set to vote on significant changes to the network's issuance model and block speed as the cryptocurrency experiences a notable price surge of 62%.

Hacks & Exploits · 2 months ago Georgia Businessman Charged with $24 Million Bank Fraud Scheme Thomas Mwangi, a Georgia businessman, faces charges for allegedly defrauding a bank of $24 million through forged documents and fabricated financial records.

Markets · 2 months ago Anthropic's Unique Hiring Approach Emphasizes Safety Over Stock Value Anthropic has introduced a controversial interview question that prioritizes its AI safety mission over potential stock value, reflecting a commitment to long-term goals.

Funding · 2 months ago Bitmine Acquires $81 Million in Ethereum, Nears 5% Ownership Target Bitmine Immersion Technologies has purchased 32,447 ETH for $81 million, bringing its total holdings to approximately 5.9 million ETH, or 4.8% of the total supply, as it approaches its goal of owning 5% of all Ethereum.

Companies · 2 months ago Coinbase Launches Tokenized Stocks on Base, Enhancing DeFi Ecosystem Coinbase has introduced tokenized stocks on its Base platform, allowing users outside the U.S. to trade shares of major companies like Apple and Nvidia on-chain.

Macro · 2 months ago US Treasury Expands Bond Buyback Program Amid Rising Long-Term Yields The US Treasury has announced a significant expansion of its bond buyback program, aiming to address the challenges posed by rising long-term yields. However, analysts remain skeptical about its effectiveness in reversing the upward trend.

Macro · 2 months ago Australia's Data Center Power Demand Expected to Surge Sevenfold by 2036 Australia's data centers are projected to increase their electricity consumption from 5 TWh to 34 TWh by 2036, significantly impacting the national grid.

Macro · 2 months ago Federal Reserve Study Shows Bitcoin Gains Attract New Investors to Crypto Market A recent Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland study reveals that Bitcoin's price gains can significantly increase interest in cryptocurrency among new investors, particularly those with limited knowledge of the asset class.

Derivatives · 2 months ago Solflare Integrates PhoenixTrade Perps, Enhancing Solana's Leveraged Market Access Solflare has integrated PhoenixTrade Perps into its mobile wallet, allowing users to access over 65 leveraged markets on the Solana blockchain, potentially boosting engagement in the ecosystem.

Adoption · 2 months ago Sinopec Chairman Predicts China's Oil Demand to Peak in 2025 Sinopec's Chairman Hou Qijun has revised the timeline for China's oil demand peak to 2025, two years earlier than previously expected, reflecting significant shifts in energy consumption patterns.

Markets · 2 months ago MemeToro Combines AI and BNB Chain for Future Memecoin Launches MemeToro is positioning itself as a leading meme coin by integrating AI technology with BNB Chain infrastructure, aiming to enhance token discovery and validation for future launches.

Funding · 2 months ago Iran Blacklists 45 Oil Tankers Amid Escalating Strait of Hormuz Tensions Iran has imposed a blacklist on 45 oil tankers for alleged transit violations in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional tensions and impacting major Gulf energy shippers.

Derivatives · 2 months ago CleanCore Sells Dogecoin Holdings to Fund $100M AI Infrastructure Project CleanCore Solutions has liquidated its entire Dogecoin treasury, selling 463 million DOGE for approximately $33.4 million to finance a $100 million AI infrastructure initiative in Minnesota.

Macro · 2 months ago China Calls for De-escalation in Middle East Amid Ongoing US-Iran-Israel Tensions China has urged for de-escalation in the Middle East, emphasizing the need for dialogue amid rising tensions involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran, which have affected regional stability and shipping routes.

Derivatives · 2 months ago Trump Administration to Implement 50% Tariffs on Canadian Auto and Steel Imports by 2027 The Trump administration plans to impose a 50% tariff on Canadian auto and steel imports starting January 1, 2027, following failed negotiations over trade agreements.