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Macro · 2 weeks ago Hungary Expels 10 Russian Diplomats Amid Rising Tensions with Russia Hungary has expelled ten Russian diplomats, citing unacceptable activities, prompting Russia to threaten retaliation. This incident signals escalating diplomatic tensions that could impact regional security and peace negotiations.

Stablecoins · 2 weeks ago Block Files for Federal Charter to Offer Bitcoin Custody Services via Builders Bank Block, founded by Jack Dorsey, has applied for a federal charter to establish Builders Bank, aiming to provide Bitcoin custody services under the OCC's regulatory framework.

Protocols · 2 weeks ago Uniswap Labs Introduces Enhanced Developer Tools for v4 Hook System Uniswap Labs has launched a comprehensive suite of developer resources to support the v4 hook system, enabling more customizable liquidity pool functionalities.

Policy · 2 weeks ago Senator Lummis Criticizes Democrats as Clarity Act Vote Approaches Senator Cynthia Lummis has condemned Democrats for their role in delaying the Clarity Act, which aims to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets. A key vote is scheduled for next week in the Senate.

Compliance · 2 weeks ago Israel Closes British Consulate Amid European Trade Ban on Settlements Israel has closed its British consulate in Jerusalem and backed Argentina's claim over the Falkland Islands, following a trade ban by twelve countries on Israeli settlements, signaling rising international tensions.

Macro · 2 weeks ago Goldman Sachs Predicts Brent Crude Could Reach $120 Amid Hormuz Disruptions Goldman Sachs has raised its Brent crude oil price forecast to $120 per barrel if disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz persist until 2027, reflecting ongoing supply risks.

Markets · 2 weeks ago Federico Valverde's Hat-Trick Leads Real Madrid to 3-0 Victory Over Manchester City Federico Valverde scored a stunning first-half hat-trick, guiding Real Madrid to a 3-0 win against Manchester City in the Champions League Round of 16.

Spot & ETFs · 2 weeks ago BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust Sees $3.7B in Quarterly Inflows, AUM Reaches $62.6B BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust has attracted $3.7 billion in net inflows this quarter, increasing its total assets under management to $62.6 billion, significantly outpacing competitors in the spot Bitcoin ETF market.

Markets · 2 weeks ago Meta Develops AI Personal Assistant 'Hatch' for WhatsApp and Instagram Meta is launching 'Hatch', an AI personal assistant designed to autonomously manage tasks through WhatsApp and Instagram, marking a significant evolution in its AI capabilities.

Companies · 2 weeks ago Anthropic Files for IPO with Potential $2 Trillion Valuation Amid Market Skepticism Anthropic has confidentially filed for a U.S. IPO, potentially valuing the company at $2 trillion, raising both excitement and skepticism in the market.

Security · 2 weeks ago Iran Seizes US Navy's Anduril Underwater Drone Near Strait of Hormuz Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy has captured a US unmanned underwater vehicle, the Dive-LD, near the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over maritime security.

Macro · 2 weeks ago Huawei Faces Trial for Alleged Sanctions Violations in Iran Huawei Technologies is set to go to trial in September 2026 over allegations of using a shell company to conduct business in Iran, violating U.S. sanctions.

Markets · 2 weeks ago Aston Villa Begins Champions League Journey Against Club Brugge Aston Villa kicks off its 2026/27 Champions League campaign against Club Brugge on September 8, marking a new chapter for the team under Unai Emery.

Macro · 2 weeks ago Bitcoin and Major Cryptos Recover Amid Easing Oil Prices and Fed Rate Hike Speculation Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies rebounded from early losses as easing oil prices improved market sentiment, while traders remain focused on potential Federal Reserve rate hikes.

Macro · 2 weeks ago Bitcoin Struggles Below $80K Amid Rising Oil Prices and Fed's Upcoming Decision Bitcoin's price dipped below $80,000 as oil prices surged towards $100, complicating inflation forecasts ahead of the Federal Reserve's critical meeting.

Macro · 2 weeks ago US and Canada Engage in Trade War with New Tariffs and Retaliatory Measures The US and Canada have escalated their trade conflict with new tariffs, impacting billions in goods. US Treasury Secretary Bessent estimates a minimal inflation impact, while Canada prepares counter-tariffs to protect its economy.

Hacks & Exploits · 2 weeks ago KelpDAO Suffers $292M Exploit Due to Single Verifier Vulnerability KelpDAO's cross-chain bridge was exploited for approximately $292 million in rsETH due to a vulnerability in its single verifier system, leading to significant withdrawals across DeFi protocols.

Policy · 2 weeks ago Senator Lummis Advocates for CLARITY Act Ahead of Critical Senate Vote Senator Cynthia Lummis is urging support for the CLARITY Act, which aims to clarify digital asset regulation in the U.S. as a crucial Senate vote approaches on September 15, 2026.

Adoption · 2 weeks ago Manchester United to Celebrate 300th Champions League Match Against Sabah Manchester United will mark a milestone by playing their 300th Champions League match at Old Trafford, facing Sabah on Thursday evening.

Adoption · 2 weeks ago Bitcoin Addresses with Non-Zero Balances Reach 56 Million, Indicating Adoption Growth The number of Bitcoin addresses holding at least a small amount of BTC has surpassed 56 million, reflecting significant growth in cryptocurrency adoption.