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Companies · 1 month ago HTX Dusting Incident Threatens User Accounts on Major Exchanges A wave of unsolicited Tether deposits linked to HTX has caused account freezes for crypto users, raising compliance concerns among exchanges like Coinbase.

DeFi · 1 month ago RedStone to Provide Onchain NAV Data for Neuberger Berman’s HINC Tokenized Fund RedStone has announced it will deliver daily net asset value data for the Neuberger Securitize High Income Tokenized Fund (HINC) across four major blockchains, enhancing transparency and usability for tokenized funds.

Macro · 1 month ago US Deficit Reaches $1.8 Trillion, Impact on Bitcoin Price Anticipated The US federal deficit has soared to $1.8 trillion, raising concerns about its potential impact on Bitcoin prices as market analysts draw parallels to previous fiscal stimulus periods.

Macro · 1 month ago US Industrial Production Shows Flat Growth in July, Missing Expectations US industrial production remained unchanged in July, recording a 0% month-over-month growth, falling short of economists' expectations of modest gains.

Technology · 1 month ago US-China Commission Highlights China's AI Edge Through Data Dominance A recent report from the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission argues that China's AI advantage lies in its vast data resources rather than just processing power, challenging US export control strategies.

Macro · 1 month ago Reserve Bank of India Cuts Forex Deposit Incentive Deadline, Surprises Markets The Reserve Bank of India has unexpectedly ended its special forex swap facility for Foreign Currency Non-Resident deposits a month early, creating turmoil among bankers and traders.

Hacks & Exploits · 1 month ago Ship Attacked Near Strait of Hormuz Amid Ongoing Iran-U.S. Tensions A vessel was attacked while exiting the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the ongoing maritime risks amid escalating Iran-U.S. tensions.

Adoption · 1 month ago Witsand, South Africa, Embraces Bitcoin for Daily Transactions in Local Economy The small South African town of Witsand has adopted Bitcoin as a payment method, with 45 local businesses now accepting the cryptocurrency for everyday purchases.

Regulation · 1 month ago South Korea Blocks Access to Polymarket, Citing Illegal Gambling Activities South Korea's media regulator has banned Polymarket, determining that its operations constitute illegal gambling under national law. This decision follows a review that began in May 2026 amid rising scrutiny of crypto-related activities.

Derivatives · 1 month ago Hyperliquid (HYPE) Leads August Gains Amid Mixed Market Signals Hyperliquid (HYPE) has emerged as the top-performing cryptocurrency in August with a 13.99% increase, despite mixed signals from institutional investors and derivatives markets.

Policy · 1 month ago White House Reinforces Biodefense Strategy Amid AI Threats The White House is enhancing its biodefense measures in response to the growing risks posed by AI advancements and a depleted biosecurity team.

Macro · 1 month ago European Shares Decline Amid Rising Oil Prices and Bond Yields European stock markets fell as escalating Middle East tensions drove oil prices and bond yields higher, raising inflation concerns.

Stablecoins · 1 month ago OCC Approves World Liberty Trust Bank for Stablecoin Operations Amid Controversy The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has granted conditional approval to World Liberty Financial for a new national trust bank focused on stablecoin operations, sparking criticism from Senator Elizabeth Warren.

Gaming · 1 month ago Esports Nations Cup Delayed to 2027 Amid Iran Conflict Impacting Saudi Arabia The inaugural Esports Nations Cup in Riyadh has been postponed to November 2027 due to ongoing geopolitical tensions stemming from the Iran conflict.

Funding · 1 month ago Anthropic Aims for Trillion-Dollar IPO by 2026 Amid Valuation Surge Anthropic, the leading AI startup, is eyeing a potential IPO that could exceed a trillion-dollar valuation by 2026, driven by significant revenue projections and strategic planning.

Companies · 1 month ago Klarna Reports $1 Billion Revenue in Q2 2026, Signals Shift to Full-Service Banking Klarna Group has reported a significant profit for Q2 2026, marking a transformation from a buy-now-pay-later service to a comprehensive digital banking platform.

Funding · 1 month ago Reach Capital Secures $265M for Fund V to Invest in AI Education and Workforce Solutions Reach Capital has successfully closed its fifth fund at $265 million, focusing on AI-driven education and workforce development, marking a significant increase from its previous fund.

Companies · 1 month ago LimX Dynamics Files for $300M IPO on Hong Kong Stock Exchange Amid Robotics Boom Shenzhen-based LimX Dynamics has confidentially filed for an IPO in Hong Kong, aiming to raise up to $300 million as the robotics sector sees significant investment growth.

Companies · 1 month ago Bitget Introduces Fixed Coupon Notes for Tokenized US Stocks Bitget has launched a Fixed Coupon Note (FCN) Plan, allowing users to invest in tokenized US stocks with predefined USDT coupons, enhancing access to traditional financial assets.

Spot & ETFs · 1 month ago Bitcoin's Decade-Long Surge Outpaces Active Stock Funds Performance Bitcoin achieved an impressive 8,597% return over the past decade, significantly outperforming 87% of actively managed U.S. large-cap equity funds, which struggled to beat passive benchmarks.