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Infrastructure · 2 months ago Ethereum's Hegotá Upgrade Timeline Delayed to Late 2026, Privacy Proposals Under Review Ethereum developers have postponed the Hegotá upgrade to late 2026, launching a new testnet for the Glamsterdam upgrade while evaluating 66 proposals for enhanced privacy features.

Macro · 2 months ago US 30-Year Treasury Yield Reaches Highest Level Since 2007 Amid Debt Concerns The yield on the 30-year US Treasury bond has surged to 5.29%, marking its highest point since 2007, as investors react to rising government debt and inflation.

Stablecoins · 2 months ago Monzo Chair Gary Hoffman Resigns Amid Shareholder Discontent and Leadership Changes Gary Hoffman, chair of Monzo, will step down in September 2026 following a shareholder revolt that questioned his leadership amid significant changes in the bank's executive team.

Markets · 2 months ago Michael Saylor's Strategy Inc. Aims to Stabilize STRC Stock at $100 Par Value Michael Saylor, CEO of Strategy Inc., has reaffirmed the company's commitment to maintaining its STRC stock at or above the $100 par value, amidst efforts to stabilize market performance and support capital-raising plans.

Companies · 2 months ago Binance Provides User Data to Russia Despite 2023 Exit from Market Despite officially leaving Russia in 2023, Binance reportedly supplied Russian authorities with customer data related to a terrorism financing investigation involving a detained IT specialist.

Companies · 2 months ago Strategy Inc. Halts Bitcoin Purchases, Focuses on Cash Reserves and Preferred Equity Strategy Inc., formerly MicroStrategy, has paused its Bitcoin purchases for over five weeks, shifting focus to liquidity and preferred equity while maintaining a significant Bitcoin treasury.

Funding · 2 months ago Stripe Acquires OpenRouter for $7 Billion to Enhance AI Model Routing Stripe has announced the acquisition of OpenRouter for over $7 billion, aiming to integrate AI model routing and billing into a single platform.

Macro · 2 months ago Iran Threatens Military Action if US Fails to Honor Peace Deal Iran has warned of potential military escalation if the US does not implement a peace deal within weeks, raising geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Derivatives · 2 months ago AI Agents Enhance Interoperability with A2A Protocol Integration Recent advancements in AI agent interoperability have been marked by the integration of the A2A protocol, supported by over 150 organizations, including major tech platforms.

Macro · 2 months ago SOL Strategies Reports $1.1M CAD Revenue from Houdini Swap in Q3 2026 SOL Strategies, a Solana-focused firm, announces $1.1 million CAD in revenue from its newly acquired Houdini Swap platform during Q3 2026, marking a significant shift in its business model.

Stablecoins · 2 months ago U.S. Government Enacts GENIUS Act for Stablecoin Regulation The U.S. has passed the GENIUS Act, establishing a federal framework for payment stablecoins, aiming to enhance regulatory clarity and bolster the U.S. dollar's global position.

Layer-2 · 2 months ago Iran and Oman Move Towards Agreement on Strait of Hormuz Shipping Routes Iran is nearing an agreement with Oman to manage shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, a significant development amid regional tensions.

Markets · 2 months ago OpenAI and Anthropic Restrict Access to Advanced AI Models Amid Regulatory Pressures OpenAI and Anthropic are limiting access to their advanced AI models to enhance security and manage competition, reflecting U.S. regulatory pressures.

Markets · 2 months ago Nvidia Commits Up to $3 Billion to OpenAI's Ohio Data Center Development Nvidia is investing up to $3 billion in SB Energy to support OpenAI's ambitious AI campus in Ohio, projected to reach 10 gigawatts of power capacity.

Derivatives · 2 months ago Big Tech's $3 Trillion Off-Balance-Sheet AI Commitments Revealed A recent analysis highlights that major tech firms have approximately $3 trillion in off-balance-sheet commitments related to AI infrastructure, significantly surpassing reported capital expenditures.

Companies · 2 months ago Investment Firms and Saudi Fund Accumulate Billions in SpaceX Ahead of IPO Major investment firms and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund have amassed significant stakes in SpaceX, which went public in June 2026, raising a record $75 billion.

Macro · 2 months ago Iran Executes Protester Shahram Sadeghi Amid Ongoing Crackdown on Dissent Iran has executed Shahram Sadeghi, a protester convicted during anti-government demonstrations, as part of a broader crackdown on dissent that has raised concerns among human rights organizations.

Regulation · 2 months ago Russia Sets 25% Cap on Crypto Inclusion in Financial Capital Calculations The Bank of Russia has proposed a new regulation allowing financial intermediaries to include cryptocurrencies in their capital calculations, but with a strict 25% limit on total assets.

Macro · 2 months ago Bitcoin Faces Low Volatility Amid ETF Outflows and Dollar Weakness Bitcoin's price remains stable around $63,500 as it experiences low volatility and significant ETF outflows, while the dollar hits a three-month low.

Funding · 2 months ago Arm Holdings Shifts Strategy to Chip Production Amid AI Demand Surge Arm Holdings is pivoting from a licensing model to chip production, driven by rising demand for AI solutions. CFO Jason Child is exploring partnerships and acquisitions to enhance manufacturing capabilities.