The SEC and CFTC have jointly announced that registered exchanges like the NYSE, Nasdaq, CBOE, and CME can now support the trading of certain spot crypto assets. This allows Wall Street exchanges to potentially list coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum directly for trading. This decision also opens the possibility for ETFs based on other cryptocurrencies such as XRP, SOL, and DOGE, as many ETF applications are currently pending. The SEC and CFTC will be working together to ensure a smooth rollout of spot crypto markets and have invited exchanges to contact them with any questions. The agencies hope these changes will promote innovation and U.S. leadership in digital finance, and potentially lead to the approval of spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in the U.S.

VivoPower, a publicly traded company, is investing $30 million upfront into Doppler Finance's program for managing and generating returns from XRP, with plans to increase that investment to $200 million. This partnership is focused on secure and compliant methods for generating yield on the XRP Ledger. Unlike some cryptocurrencies, XRP doesn't have built-in staking, so this approach aims to create a safe way for institutions to earn returns. VivoPower sees South Korea, which holds a significant portion of the XRP supply, as a key market for using XRP in areas like remittances and tokenizing assets. Doppler Finance emphasizes security measures such as qualified custody and real-time reserve verification. The companies will spend the next three months testing and refining their approach, focusing on transparency and strong risk management.

Japan has launched its first regulated cryptocurrency ATM network, COINHUB, with 25 machines in six major cities, allowing users to buy and sell cryptocurrencies with cash. The company plans to expand to 3,000 ATMs nationally and then internationally across Asia. Separately, reports indicate that a Chinese capital network supports the Trump family's WLFI project, which includes a USD1 stablecoin reportedly holding $19 billion. Key personnel with Eastern capital and Western political ties are involved, and the project is valued at $400 billion. Other news includes the proposal by Japan's FSA to regulate cryptocurrencies under securities law, Korea's FSC nominee suggesting a national blockchain for won-backed stablecoins, viral Trump death rumors fueling $1.6 million in prediction market bets, Bitfinex analysts predicting a Bitcoin dip below $95,000 in September, on-chain data showing Bitcoin's 12% correction as healthy, and Solana validators approving the Alpenglow upgrade, boosting SOL price 6.5% to $209.

Ethereum's price is currently facing resistance and struggling to climb above the $4,500 mark. It recently declined below $4,500 and is now attempting to recover, but it's encountering obstacles around $4,400. A key bearish trend line is forming with resistance at $4,380. If Ethereum can break above $4,415, it could potentially move towards $4,480 or even higher to $4,550 or $4,580. However, failure to surpass $4,415 could lead to further declines, with initial support around $4,250 and major support at $4,220. A drop below $4,220 might push the price down to $4,165 or even $4,120, with the next key support at $4,050. The MACD indicator is losing bullish momentum, and the RSI is near the 50 zone. Key support is at $4,250 and key resistance is at $4,415.

The article suggests that while Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) have been strong long-term crypto investments, their growth potential is slowing. It highlights Mutuum Finance (MUTM) as a potential alternative for investors seeking high growth. MUTM is in its presale phase, priced at $0.035 in Phase 6, with a target of $5. The project has already raised over $15.3 million and has over 15,950 holders. It aims to reward long-term participants by using platform revenue to buy back and distribute MUTM tokens to stakers. Mutuum Finance is building a stablecoin ecosystem and Layer-2 infrastructure to enhance stability and efficiency. The project has partnered with CertiK for security audits and plans a beta platform launch at the time of listing. Exchange listings are expected on major platforms like Binance, Coinbase, KuCoin, and Kraken.

Yunfeng Financial Group, a Hong Kong-based firm associated with Jack Ma, has invested $44 million in Ethereum, purchasing 10,000 ETH using internal cash reserves. The firm intends to use Ethereum to support its expansion into Web3, Real World Assets (RWA), and AI, specifically for RWA tokenization and potential applications in its insurance business. Yunfeng plans to classify ETH as an investment asset to diversify its holdings. In related news, Ether Machine, formed by a merger, raised $654 million worth of ETH in private financing and is planning a Nasdaq listing with almost 500,000 ETH. While Bitcoin remains the largest cryptocurrency, Ethereum's adoption is increasing, driven by its diverse use cases and the rise of Ethereum ETFs.

A crypto analyst has identified a symmetrical triangle pattern forming on Toncoin's daily price chart. This pattern suggests Toncoin is consolidating, with its price fluctuating between converging trendlines, and the price nearing the end of the pattern. Historically, a breakout from this symmetrical triangle could lead to a 50% price move in either direction (up or down). Currently, Toncoin is trading around $3.11, and it appears to be approaching a retest of the lower boundary of the triangle pattern, testing its ability to hold as a support level.

SharpLink Gaming (SBET) increased its Ethereum holdings by purchasing over $176 million worth of ETH in the last week of August, bringing its total to 837,230 ETH, valued at approximately $3.6 billion as of August 31. The purchase of 39,008 ETH was made at an average price of $4,531 and was partially funded by $46.6 million raised through an equity program. SharpLink's ratio of ETH to cash is now nearly 4 to 1. Since starting its Ethereum strategy on June 2nd, the company has earned 2,318 ETH in staking rewards. Despite these acquisitions, SharpLink's stock experienced volatility, trading at $16.98, down almost 5%, but up over 400% since mid-May. BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) holds the largest corporate Ethereum treasury with 1.87 million ETH. Ethereum's price was $4,343, a slight increase but down from its recent high of $4,900 on August 24.

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has proposed a token burn program to reduce the supply of its WLFI token after its price dropped sharply following its launch. The program aims to buy back tokens using fees from liquidity reserves and then burn them, increasing scarcity and potentially boosting long-term value. Some traders have voiced concerns about possible insider trading and price manipulation related to the token's launch and subsequent price decline, with criticism directed at Eric Trump's association with the project. A trader also made a substantial bet against WLFI, further fueling concerns about the token's stability. Despite these challenges, influencer Andrew Tate has opened another long position on WLFI, expressing confidence in its potential recovery.

Bitcoin is currently attempting to recover and is trading above $110,000. It's facing resistance around $112,000. If Bitcoin breaks above $112,500, it could potentially rise further to $113,450, with a possible target of $115,500. However, if Bitcoin fails to surpass the $112,000 resistance, it may decline, with support levels around $110,400, $109,500, and $108,500. A significant drop below $105,500 could lead to a sharp decline. The immediate resistance levels are $111,500 and $112,500.

Yunfeng Financial, a company linked to Jack Ma, has invested $44 million in Ethereum (ETH), purchasing 10,000 ETH for its treasury. This move is part of Yunfeng's strategy to expand into Web3, AI, real-world asset tokenization, and digital currencies, viewing Ethereum as infrastructure for these areas. The company's investment will be reflected on its balance sheet and may diversify its holdings beyond traditional currency. Analysts are currently bullish on Ethereum, with some suggesting price targets of $5,000 to $6,000, contingent on continued institutional investment.

Solana's price is recovering after holding above the $195 level, with traders watching the $205-$215 resistance area. A break above this could lead to prices of $225 or higher. Technical signals and buying from large investors suggest confidence in Solana's future. Despite August's price swings, Solana has stayed above $183-$190, creating a base for potential growth. Trading volumes exceeding $50 billion show renewed investor interest. The Alpenglow upgrade, which significantly improved network performance by increasing transaction speed and reducing validation costs, is a major reason for the positive outlook. Institutions are showing interest, with Galaxy Digital moving $103 million of SOL to Coinbase and hedge funds like Pantera Capital planning new investments. While failing to pass $215 could cause a drop to $190, a successful move above $215 could push the price towards $250, $295, and eventually $300.

BlackRock, a major investment firm, is not planning to create an XRP ETF in the U.S. in 2025, even though the SEC now considers XRP a digital commodity. Other companies like Grayscale and Bitwise are moving forward with XRP ETF applications, expecting billions in investment. BlackRock is instead concentrating on its Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, believing there isn't enough demand for other cryptocurrencies. Meanwhile, there's growing excitement around Cardano, with Grayscale seeking approval for a Cardano ETF, potentially boosting its price significantly. Polkadot and Chainlink are also gaining attention, with positive price forecasts and new developments in their respective technologies. Bitwise has also applied for a Chainlink ETF. The SEC's upcoming decisions on these ETFs could greatly change how institutions invest in the crypto market.

Japan is considering a major change in how it regulates cryptocurrencies, potentially moving them under the same laws that govern stocks and bonds, called the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (FIEA). Currently, crypto is regulated under the Payment Services Act. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) believes this shift would better protect investors. The new rules would make crypto exchanges and issuers follow stricter requirements. While crypto's use for payments would stay the same, companies offering crypto would need to provide detailed information about risks like price swings. This proposal has sparked debate, with some experts worried about applying securities regulations too broadly, particularly to Initial Exchange Offerings (IEOs). Data shows that many IEOs in Japan have lost significant value, with some tokens dropping over 90% in value, raising concerns about classifying them as securities suitable for public investment.

The article discusses the potential for Cardano (ADA) to reach new price highs and how many ADA tokens would be needed to become a millionaire. It highlights two key bullish factors for Cardano: a potential integration with Chainlink, which would allow Cardano's smart contracts to access real-world data, and the Midnight airdrop, which aims to onboard new users to the Cardano ecosystem. The article notes that the current price of ADA is around $0.82, significantly below its all-time high of $3.09. To become a millionaire at the current price, one would need 1,219,512 ADA. The number of ADA needed decreases as the price of ADA increases, for example at a price of $10, 100,000 ADA would be needed to have one million dollars. The article states that Cardano could potentially break its all-time high and emphasizes that cryptocurrency investments are high-risk and require due diligence.

Solana approved the Alpenglow upgrade, designed to speed up transactions and improve network performance. The upgrade received overwhelming support from validators, with 98.27% voting in favor. This news led to a 6.5% increase in Solana's price, reaching around $210. The Alpenglow upgrade aims to reduce transaction finality to approximately 100-150 milliseconds, using new systems called Votor and Rotor to replace older protocols. The upgrade also changes the economic model for validators, requiring a Validator Admission Ticket of 1.6 SOL per epoch instead of voting fees. Alpenglow is expected to launch on the test network by December 2025 and fully on the main network in the first quarter of 2026.

The stablecoin market, now at $280 billion, is drawing attention due to its reliance on short-term U.S. Treasuries as collateral. Coinbase analysts predict it could grow to $1.2 trillion by 2028, requiring substantial weekly Treasury purchases. Concerns exist that large redemptions could force Treasury sales, potentially causing liquidity issues. Experts debate whether stablecoins are a source of dollar demand or a risk similar to the 2008 money-market fund crisis. The GENIUS Act aims to ensure one-to-one Treasury backing for stablecoins. Bitcoin is trading around $111,300, showing consolidation. Ether is at $4,320, indicating renewed interest. Gold has reached a new all-time high of over $3,540 per ounce. The Nikkei 225 is holding steady. Other news includes Yunfeng Financial planning to build an Ether treasury starting with a $44 million ETH purchase, discussions about the SEC's liquid staking decision, and the Ethereum Foundation planning to sell 10,000 ETH after a deal.

In August 2025, the crypto market experienced a significant increase in security breaches, with approximately $163 million stolen across 16 major exploits, a 15% rise from July. The largest single loss involved $91.4 million taken from an individual Bitcoin wallet through a scam. The Turkish crypto exchange, BTCTurk, suffered another hack, bringing its total losses to over $100 million. Other notable exploits included $7 million drained from ODIN.fun, $5 million stolen from BetterBank.io, and $4.5 million taken from CrediX Finance. Despite these losses, August saw high activity with decentralized exchanges processing $1.15 trillion in volume and Bitcoin hovering around $108,000, driven by strong ETF inflows. However, the rising theft amounts are causing concern, prompting calls for enhanced security measures and compliance within the crypto space, including multi-signature custody and rigorous audits. Criminals are increasingly using methods like mixers and cross-chain bridges to hide stolen funds, mirroring tactics used by groups like North Korea's Lazarus Group.

Coinbase is introducing a new futures contract called the Mag7 + Crypto Equity Index Futures, which combines major U.S. tech stocks (Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Nvidia, Meta, and Tesla), Coinbase stock, and two crypto ETFs (iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF and iShares Ethereum Trust ETF) into a single, monthly tradable contract. The index is equally weighted, with each component initially representing 10% of the total, rebalanced quarterly by MarketVector. Each futures contract's value will mirror the index price; for instance, if the index reaches $3000, the contract is worth $3000. This cash-settled product aims to provide diversified risk exposure across both the tech and crypto sectors. Currently, the futures are accessible through partner platforms, with plans to extend access to retail investors in the near future.

Donald Trump announced his intention to seek an expedited Supreme Court ruling to overturn a recent appeals court decision that limits his authority to impose tariffs. The Court of Appeals ruled that Trump's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose tariffs, some as high as 50% on imports from countries like China, Mexico, and Canada, was unconstitutional, arguing that only Congress has the power to tax imports. Trump claims that the stock market's recent decline is a direct result of this ruling and warns that the U.S. economy could collapse if tariffs are removed. The Treasury Secretary indicated that the administration is preparing a backup plan in case the Supreme Court doesn't rule in their favor. If the lower court's decision stands, it could reduce the percentage of imports affected by Trump's tariffs from nearly 70% to just 16%. Separately, Trump criticized trade relations with India, claiming they are one-sided.

Japan Post Bank, which manages approximately $1.3 trillion in deposits, plans to issue a digital yen called DCJPY by the end of fiscal year 2026. This digital currency will be developed by DeCurret DCP and backed 1:1 by the fiat yen, allowing users to convert their funds into DCJPY for blockchain-based transactions within the bank's financial system. Unlike stablecoins traded on public exchanges, DCJPY will be a deposit-based token specific to Japan Post Bank. This follows a similar move by GMO Aozora Net Bank, which launched a digital yen offering last year. Globally, there is increasing regulatory interest in stablecoins, with Hong Kong releasing its stablecoin bill and South Korea expected to launch its framework soon. The stablecoin market cap is currently around $282.6 billion, showing recent growth.

Alphabet's stock price jumped 8% after a federal judge ruled that Google can keep its Chrome browser and Android operating system, despite a prior finding that Google held an illegal monopoly in search. The Justice Department's request to force Google to sell off Chrome was rejected, with the judge stating that Google didn't use these assets to create illegal restraints. The court ordered Google to share certain search data with rivals, but not advertising data, and allowed Google to continue its payments to Apple to be the default search engine on Safari. Apple's stock also saw a 3% increase after-hours following the ruling. Google plans to appeal the ruling, meaning further legal proceedings could last for years. A finalized judgment is expected by September 10th.

Klarna, a Swedish fintech company, and Figure, a US blockchain lender, are planning initial public offerings (IPOs) in New York, signaling a potential comeback for fintech and crypto firms in the public market. Klarna aims for a valuation of up to $14 billion and plans to sell 34.3 million shares between $35 and $37, potentially raising $1.27 billion. Figure is targeting a valuation of $4.13 billion, offering 26.3 million shares between $18 and $20 to raise up to $526 million; its shares will trade on Nasdaq under the ticker FIGR. Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini is also initiating its IPO process, aiming for a valuation of $2.2 billion. These listings indicate a potentially active IPO market, but investors should consider the risks tied to consumer spending and blockchain adoption.

Anthropic, an AI company formed by former OpenAI employees, has secured $13 billion in funding, boosting its valuation to $183 billion. This represents a threefold increase in valuation since March 2025, driven by the launch of its Claude AI model. Anthropic reports a revenue run-rate of $5 billion as of August, a significant rise from $1 billion at the beginning of the year, with over 300,000 business customers. The funding will be used for AI safety research, scaling operations for enterprise demand, and international expansion. Anthropic is also changing its data policy, giving users until September 28 to opt out of having their conversations used to train future AI models. This policy change, which affects individual users of Claude Free, Pro, Max, and Code, aims to gather more data to compete with companies like OpenAI, which is valued at $500 billion.

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) has increased by 76% year-on-year and shows consistent gains on daily and weekly charts. There are indications it could rise another 35% if it breaks through a key resistance level of $583, potentially reaching $777. The derivatives market shows a high number of short positions, meaning many traders are betting against BCH, which could lead to a short squeeze if the price increases, forcing them to buy back BCH and further driving up the price. Technical analysis reveals a hidden bullish divergence, suggesting the uptrend is likely to continue. The weakening of bearish power indicates that sellers are losing control, potentially paving the way for buyers to push the price higher. The key level to watch is $583; a break above this could trigger a significant rally.

Bitcoin is currently holding around $110,000, and some analysts believe it could rise to $118,000 and potentially $131,000 if buying activity remains strong. However, a drop below $112,000 could lead to a fall towards $100,000. Large companies are continuing to buy Bitcoin, with one firm, Strategy, recently purchasing over 4,000 Bitcoins for nearly $450 million, bringing their total holdings to over 636,000 Bitcoins. Other companies are also investing significant amounts. The introduction of Bitcoin ETFs is attracting more mainstream investment, and the upcoming Bitcoin halving in 2025 is expected to further boost prices. While some analysts caution about potential short-term volatility, the overall outlook for Bitcoin remains positive due to increasing adoption and limited supply.

SWIFT's Chief Innovation Officer criticized Ripple and its XRP token, suggesting that banks are unlikely to trust them due to concerns over centralized control. The CIO emphasized that true resilience for banks comes from shared governance and industry-wide standards, not just surviving legal challenges or a single company gaining regulatory approval. He argued that banks are wary of relying on infrastructure controlled by a competitor or any single entity's balance sheet, like Ripple's significant XRP holdings. The key takeaway is that banks will only adopt blockchain technology if it's credibly neutral, co-governed, and legally enforceable, shifting the focus from individual company achievements to broader governance and compliance frameworks. At the time of the report, XRP was trading at $2.77.

Pump.fun has launched Project Ascend on September 2nd, a new system designed to help creators on the Solana blockchain earn more money and make their memecoins more sustainable. This initiative introduces a tiered fee structure called Dynamic Fees V1 on PumpSwap, where fees for creators are adjusted based on how well their tokens perform. Coins with higher market values will have lower fees, which Pump.fun believes will encourage long-term growth and provide early-stage funding for creators to use for marketing and operations. This change aims to address previous limitations where creators had flat fees regardless of their project's success. Pump.fun also reported a recovery in August, earning $35 million and regaining market dominance on Solana after Bonkfun had taken the lead in July. As part of this, Pump.fun purchased nearly $44.5 million in its own PUMP tokens. The new fee structure applies to all PumpSwap tokens, and the platform is also speeding up the process for Community Takeover applications, allowing communities to take over projects more quickly.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) is showing potential signs of a price increase due to a bullish divergence pattern detected on its charts. Analysts predict SHIB could rise by 163% to around $0.00003. If the bullish momentum continues, the price could potentially surge by 570% to $0.000081. The first resistance level is near $0.000017; breaking above it could lead to further gains toward $0.0000204 and then $0.0000263. Conversely, immediate support is around $0.0000080, with further support at $0.0000065 and $0.00000534. Whether SHIB rises or falls depends on breaking through resistance or holding above support levels.

Lee Eok-won, nominated to chair South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC), is facing criticism from lawmakers regarding his investment in Strategy Shares, a U.S. firm with significant Bitcoin holdings. Lawmakers are questioning whether his focus on U.S. stocks aligns with the President's goal of revitalizing the Korean stock market. His stock and fund investments total 71.26 million won (over $51,000), including nearly $8,000 in direct US stock purchases, part of which was invested in Strategy Shares. Lee Eok-won has also stated that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies lack intrinsic value and should not be considered currencies or financial products. This stance has drawn criticism from crypto advocates who believe his views are outdated and out of step with global trends, especially considering the increasing adoption of cryptoassets by major corporations.

Rumors of President Trump's death circulated over the weekend due to his limited public appearances, leading to $1.6 million in bets on prediction markets regarding whether he would leave office in 2025. Kalshi's market saw $700,000 in action, while Polymarket's bets began later. Kalshi's market would resolve based on resignation or similar events, while Polymarket's would pay out in the event of Trump's death. Donald Trump Jr. is an advisor at both Polymarket and Kalshi, raising ethical concerns. The prediction markets raise questions about the enforcement of Web3-related law.

Chainlink's price is gaining momentum due to large investors (whales) buying 1.25 million LINK tokens, indicating a positive outlook. This accumulation, combined with Chainlink's integration with PublicAI for AI-driven predictions, is boosting its utility and potential for wider adoption. The price is currently moving within a rising channel, suggesting it could reach targets of $35 and $40 if the support level of $22.50 holds. While resistance is expected around $28.50 and $30, indicators show strong directional force, reinforcing the potential for further price growth. The combination of whale activity and increased adoption points towards a bullish future for Chainlink.

Bitcoin's price experienced weakness in August due to miners selling off their holdings, influenced by higher energy costs. This selling pressure contributed to a roughly 6.5% price decrease during the month. Historically, September has been a weak month for Bitcoin, with prices ending in the red in 8 of the last 12 years. Bitcoin began September trading around $110,000, a significant drop from its mid-August high. Traders are cautious, watching key support levels around $107,000 and $100,000, with the latter considered a critical point. A break below $100,000 could lead to further price declines, while some analysts view a pullback to the $100,000-$105,000 range as a potential buying opportunity in anticipation of a historically strong October-November period.

Coinbase is launching a new financial product called Mag7 Crypto-Equity Index futures on September 22nd. This product combines exposure to traditional stocks and cryptocurrency ETFs. The index includes seven major stocks: Apple, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, NVIDIA, Meta, and Tesla. It also includes Coinbase's own stock and BlackRock's Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. Each asset will initially account for 10% of the index, with a quarterly rebalancing to adjust for market changes. This new product aims to attract a wider range of investors by offering exposure to both traditional and digital assets and is part of Coinbase's broader strategy to become a comprehensive financial exchange.

The World Liberty Financial token (WLFI), a new cryptocurrency, has attracted attention despite a recent price decrease. An analyst suggests WLFI could become a popular 'cult coin' like XRP or Dogecoin, potentially increasing in value by 330% to reach $1 by 2025. This prediction is based on WLFIs transparent token distribution, where team and investor tokens are locked, and its fair distribution of liquidity. The analyst also mentions real integrations, ties to US Treasuries, and institutional backing for WLFI, differentiating it from other memecoins. Potential growth drivers include a retail app with payment solutions, a lending platform, and a possible social media post from Donald Trump. The analyst believes that WLFI's tokenomics, supply structure, institutional support, and retail interest could lead to strong future performance.

Experts predict the launch of an XRP ETF is approaching and could be very successful. One firm estimates XRP ETFs could attract $5 billion in investments within the first month, exceeding the initial performance of both Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. This optimism is based on XRP's existing use in international money transfers by financial institutions, giving it real-world utility compared to solely speculative cryptocurrencies. The strong XRP community is also expected to drive trading volume and protect the ETF from issues faced by other crypto ETFs. Increased regulatory approval likelihood, currently at 87%, further supports the potential outperformance of an XRP ETF compared to previous crypto ETF launches. Futures-based XRP products are already available, streamlining the approval process for a spot ETF.

The SEC and CFTC have jointly issued a statement indicating a more welcoming regulatory approach to spot crypto asset markets in the U.S. The statement clarifies that registered exchanges are not prohibited from offering certain spot crypto products, aiming to encourage market growth and innovation within the country. This coordinated effort is part of broader initiatives like the SEC's Project Crypto and the CFTC's Crypto Sprint, designed to modernize regulatory frameworks for digital assets. The agencies encourage registered exchanges to seek guidance from them on compliance matters, suggesting open dialogue and further actions to support the development of U.S. digital asset markets.

The Solana community overwhelmingly approved the Alpenglow upgrade with 98.27% of the vote. This upgrade introduces a new consensus mechanism using Votor and Rotor to replace the existing Proof-of-History and TowerBFT systems, aiming to significantly boost transaction speed on the Solana blockchain. The expected reduction in transaction latency is from 12 seconds to 150 milliseconds. Developers anticipate increased adoption across payments, trading, and gaming applications due to the improved performance and speed.

An XRPL validator, known as Vet, responded to criticism from SWIFT's Chief Innovation Officer, Tom Zschach, regarding the governance of the XRP Ledger. Zschach questioned the resilience of blockchain networks. Vet defended the XRPL's decentralized governance model, stating it's similar to Bitcoin and Ethereum where hundreds of independent nodes operate. Vet emphasized that Ripple does not control the XRPL and no single company can change the rules to their advantage. He argues this makes it a more neutral platform for financial transactions, addressing concerns about centralization and highlighting SWIFT's potential misunderstanding of decentralized networks.

The SEC and CFTC issued a joint statement indicating they will collaborate to provide regulatory clarity for spot crypto asset products. This collaboration aims to reduce jurisdictional overlap and encourage innovation within the United States. The current law permits SEC- or CFTC-registered exchanges to facilitate trading of certain spot crypto assets. The agencies plan to issue guidance on listing leveraged, margined, or financed spot retail commodity transactions involving digital assets. This initiative will prioritize clearing and settlement, market surveillance, and public dissemination of trading data. The CFTC will allow spot crypto contracts on federally regulated exchanges, potentially leading to established exchanges like NYSE, Nasdaq, CBOE, and CME listing and trading spot contracts for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. This could increase accessibility for traditional investors.

Ethereum's NFT activity has hit a record low, with only 1,127 NFTs recorded on August 1, 2025. This marks a significant drop from the NFT boom of 2021-2022. While crypto markets have shown signs of recovery, NFTs have not seen the same resurgence, possibly due to decreased investor interest and a shift towards other crypto innovations. This decline could negatively impact Ethereum's fee generation and the NFT marketplace. In July 2025, NFT trading volume actually increased significantly, jumping 96% to $530 million, though the number of sales decreased slightly. The average NFT price also more than doubled during this time. Platforms like Blur and OpenSea saw considerable activity, and Coinbase's Base network has also gained traction in the NFT space with $122 million in trading volume since January 2023.

Nvidia's stock price fell below $171 for the first time since May, closing at $167.22, marking a break from its 50-day moving average. This drop occurred during a four-day losing streak, reducing Nvidia's market value by over $340 billion. Investors are showing less interest in AI stocks, impacting Nvidia, especially after its recent revenue forecast caused concern. Despite the recent losses, Nvidia's stock is still up 78% from its April low. Traders are now watching the $160 level as the next key support, followed by $145. Meanwhile, China is investing heavily in its own AI chip industry to reduce reliance on U.S. suppliers like Nvidia. This puts Nvidia in a difficult position, as it navigates export restrictions and China's pursuit of chip independence.

The cryptocurrency market is relatively stable, and the article suggests three meme coins with potential for gains: Maxi Doge, PEPENODE, and Wall Street Pepe. Maxi Doge, an Ethereum-based token, has raised $1.7 million in its presale and focuses on building a trading community with competitions and a Maxi Fund for partnerships and marketing. Its current price is $0.000255. PEPENODE, a newer mine-to-earn meme coin, has raised over $500,000 and gamifies staking, encouraging user engagement through a mining game for greater rewards; its price is $0.0010407 but is set to increase in a few days. Wall Street Pepe is launching a Solana-based version of its WEPE coin to leverage Solana's scalability, burning Ethereum-based WEPE at a 1:1 ratio for Solana purchases. The Ethereum-based WEPE has increased by 275% since May and is currently priced at $0.00005602, while the Solana version is $0.001.

House of Doge, the commercial arm of the Dogecoin Foundation, has partnered with CleanCore Solutions to create the first official Dogecoin treasury. CleanCore will manage the treasury, supported by a $175 million private investment round that includes participation from Pantera, GSR, and FalconX. The treasury aims to support Dogecoin governance, institutional reporting, and staking opportunities. Elon Musk's lawyer, Alex Spiro, will lead the treasury as chairman of the board. Following the announcement, shares of CleanCore Solutions (ZONE) fell by approximately 53%, although they remain up 145% year-to-date. Dogecoin is currently 71% below its all-time high, but has increased by 117% in the last year.

The European Union has delayed imposing a fine on Google related to its ad technology business. This delay is linked to ongoing trade discussions with the United States, specifically concerning tariffs on European cars. The EU is waiting to see if the U.S. will reduce these tariffs, which currently stand at 27.5% but are expected to fall to 15%. The EU Commission is seeking clarification on the antitrust decision while it anticipates a decision by the U.S. government regarding the duties on the automotive sector that impacts the economies of Germany, France, and Italy. The delay has raised concerns about the independence of EU antitrust enforcement, with some viewing it as a bargaining tactic in trade negotiations. The fine stems from a four-year investigation into Google's advertising practices, with accusations of favoring its own services. Once the trade talks conclude, the EU is expected to move forward with its decision regarding the fine, which is anticipated to be modest compared to previous penalties.

The Ethereum Foundation is planning to sell 10,000 ETH, worth about $43 million, to fund research, development, grants, and donations aimed at supporting the Ethereum ecosystem. The foundation will sell the ETH in smaller portions over several weeks through centralized exchanges to maintain market stability. This sale follows a pause in open grant applications as the foundation revamps its grant process. Previously, the Ethereum Foundation sold $25 million worth of ETH earlier this year as part of its treasury policy, which involves regularly assessing its assets in fiat and ETH. In related news, Yunfeng Financial Group purchased 10,000 ETH from the open market, and Ether Machine acquired 150,000 ETH to strengthen its treasury in preparation for a Nasdaq listing. The price of Ethereum has increased by 23% in the past month, reaching $4,326.

The Ethereum Foundation (EF) announced plans to sell 10,000 ETH, worth approximately $43 million based on current prices, through centralized exchanges over the coming weeks. The sales will be executed in smaller orders instead of one large transaction. This decision follows the EF's recent unveiling of a new treasury policy that limits annual operational spending to 15% and establishes a multi-year reserve. In July, the Foundation also sold 10,000 ETH to SharpLink Gaming. The announcement coincides with ETH's price trading around $4,330, reflecting a 2% increase over the past 24 hours, though still below its all-time high of $4,866 reached in late August. The funds raised from the ETH sale will be used to support research and development efforts, ecosystem grants, and donations.

Cardano's price is currently around $0.81, with signs suggesting a potential price increase towards $1.00. Technical analysis indicates strong support around $0.68 and a possible breakout if it surpasses $0.85. On-chain activity has surged, with transaction volumes reaching $5.3 billion in a week, alongside increased active addresses and open interest, signaling growing network engagement. Cardano has successfully retested a breakout point, establishing support around $0.80, which strengthens the possibility of a move towards $0.95 to $1.00. The price is holding above key moving averages, indicating underlying strength, but a recent outflow of 30 million ADA from large holders is creating short-term caution. Overall, Cardano shows resilience and potential for growth if it maintains support and sustains high transaction volumes.

Ethereum's recent price increase is being attributed to large orders on the Binance exchange, suggesting that big investors, or 'whales', are accumulating the cryptocurrency. Data shows the average Ethereum order size on Binance has significantly increased since late July 2025, exceeding $3,000 per trade. This shift indicates institutional interest and confidence in Ethereum. While Bitcoin has decreased by 4.1% over the past 30 days, Ethereum has increased by 23.4% during that time, suggesting investors are rotating their investments. Predictions suggest Ethereum could potentially reach $5,000 by the end of 2025. Currently, Ethereum is trading at $4,316, a 2.8% decrease in the past 24 hours.

The Official Trump (TRUMP) meme coin, launched in January 2025, experienced a rapid price surge to $73.43 before falling back down. The article explores the potential for future growth by comparing TRUMP's market capitalization to that of Dogecoin. Currently, TRUMP is trading around $8.41 with a market cap of $1.683 billion, while Dogecoin is valued at $0.2135 per token with a market cap of $31.85 billion. If TRUMP were to reach Dogecoin's current market cap, its price would need to increase to approximately $160.99. Furthermore, if TRUMP matched Dogecoin's all-time high market cap, its price could potentially rise to around $444.23. These calculations are based on the current circulating supply of both cryptocurrencies; TRUMP has approximately 200 million tokens in circulation, while Dogecoin has about 150.748 billion.

Despite a general downturn in the crypto market at the end of August, some US crypto stocks showed positive movement and are worth watching. Bitdeer Technologies Group (BTDR) closed up 4.46% after reporting increased revenue in its second-quarter results, but also a larger net loss; analysts predict potential volatility. IREN Limited (IREN) jumped 14.80% following news of its partnership with NVIDIA and the purchase of additional GPUs, with possible price fluctuations depending on demand. Hut 8 Corp (HUT) saw a small gain of 0.83% ahead of its plan to develop new sites across the US, expanding its capacity significantly, with potential for price movement based on market demand.

Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, is planning an initial public offering (IPO) in the U.S. and aims to be listed on the Nasdaq under the ticker GEMI. The company hopes to raise up to $317 million by selling shares priced between $17 and $19, targeting a valuation of approximately $2.22 billion. Major financial institutions like Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, and Cantor Fitzgerald are managing the offering. Gemini's revenue for 2024 was $142.2 million, showing growth from $98.1 million the previous year, attributed to increased trading activity in the crypto market. The company emphasizes a compliance-focused approach to attract both retail and institutional investors.

Warren Buffett expressed disappointment with Kraft Heinz's decision to split the company into two separate businesses, one focusing on sauces, spreads, and shelf-stable meals, and the other on U.S. household brands like Kraft Singles and Oscar Mayer. Buffett, whose Berkshire Hathaway holds a 27.5% stake in Kraft Heinz, admitted the initial merger in 2015 wasn't a success. Shares of Kraft Heinz fell over 7% following Buffett's comments. Berkshire Hathaway has not changed its position in Kraft Heinz since the merger, despite 3G Capital, who partnered with Berkshire on the deal, exiting in 2023. Kraft Heinz shares have declined nearly 70% since 2015, reducing its market value to $33 billion due to changing consumer preferences and a lack of investment in brands. Buffett stated that Berkshire Hathaway will act in the best interest of the firm and will not accept a private deal for its shares unless the same terms are offered to all shareholders. Buffett previously admitted that Berkshire overpaid for Kraft, but has not sold their stake.

A major Chinese fintech company is using the XRP Ledger (XRPL) blockchain for supply chain applications. This represents a significant endorsement of XRP and its underlying technology from a company operating within the Chinese market. The news suggests a practical, real-world use case for XRP in streamlining and improving supply chain management, potentially increasing its adoption and utility.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) are indicating a potential shift towards allowing spot crypto trading on regulated exchanges in the United States. This development suggests a more open approach to integrating cryptocurrencies into the established financial system. This could allow traditional financial institutions to offer crypto trading directly to their customers, increasing market access and liquidity.

Pump.fun, a Solana-based platform for launching meme coins, has introduced Project Ascend, an update aimed at improving the sustainability of tokens and reducing 'rug pulls'. The core of the project is a new Dynamic Fees system for PumpSwap tokens, which lowers creator fees as a token's market value increases. This is intended to encourage new projects and support long-term development. Pump.fun has also acquired wallet-tracking tool Kolscan and launched the Glass Full Foundation to inject liquidity into promising projects. The platform's native token, PUMP, saw a 10% increase following the announcement. Pump.fun is currently dominating the Solana decentralized exchange (DEX) market, capturing the majority of revenue and token creation activity, surpassing rival LetsBonk.fun. Despite an overall decline in Solana DEX activity, Pump.fun has staged a comeback, with significant revenue and token buybacks reported.

The market anticipates the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates by 0.25% on September 17, but Treasury yields are increasing, with the 30-year yield approaching 5%, a level unseen since 2008. While traders expect further rate cuts in 2025, this isn't boosting investor confidence. The U.S. Treasury has issued over $200 billion in new bonds in the last five weeks, but demand is weak, driving term premiums on 10-year notes to highs not seen since 2014. Core inflation remains above 3%, and concerns are rising about the dollar's value. The UK and Japan are facing similar issues where central bank rate cuts have led to higher bond yields. Gold is rallying, reaching $3,600 per ounce, while stocks are declining. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all experienced losses, with major tech companies like Nvidia, Amazon, and Apple seeing declines. The unemployment rate for 16 to 24-year-olds has hit 10%, which may influence the Fed's decision. There are concerns about stagflation, with rising inflation, a weakening labor market, and slowing economic growth.

The Gemini crypto exchange, founded by the Winklevoss twins, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) aiming to raise $317 million and list on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol GEMI. If the IPO is priced at the high end of the range, Gemini could be valued at approximately $2.22 billion. Major financial institutions like Goldman Sachs and Citigroup are leading the deal, indicating confidence in Gemini's potential. This move follows positive market debuts for other crypto companies like Circle and Bullish. Gemini currently manages over $18 billion in customer assets, serving 14.6 million users with services like trading, custody, and a crypto rewards credit card. The company reported revenue of $142.2 million in 2024, up from $98.1 million the previous year. Gemini's IPO is also timed to coincide with new, clearer regulations for stablecoins in the U.S., which could benefit the exchange. Despite revenue growth, Gemini reported a net loss of $282.5 million in the first half of 2025 and has secured a credit facility from Ripple to support its growth plans. The Winklevoss twins will maintain control through a dual-class share structure. Gemini aims to differentiate itself through regulatory compliance, which is increasingly important for attracting institutional investors.

The SEC and CFTC have jointly announced that US-registered exchanges are now permitted to list spot crypto products, provided they meet certain operational, margin, and clearing requirements. This decision potentially allows major exchanges like NYSE and Nasdaq to offer spot trading for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The move is intended to align US regulations with the growing crypto market and foster crypto innovation within the United States by creating a clearer and more secure regulatory environment.

A recent report highlights the significant environmental impact of Bitcoin transactions. It claims that a single Bitcoin transaction consumes as much electricity as an average UK home uses in three weeks. While renewable energy sources and carbon offsets are factors, the report emphasizes that electricity consumption is a key indicator of a blockchain's environmental footprint. The report contrasts Bitcoin with more energy-efficient cryptoassets like Solana, Algorand, and NANO, which use significantly less electricity per transaction. Ethereum's energy consumption dramatically decreased after its Merge in 2022, further highlighting the difference between Proof of Work (like Bitcoin) and Proof of Stake blockchains. The report concludes that Bitcoin's environmental impact may be irreparable and urges crypto users to be aware of these considerations.

BNB is showing signs of a potential price increase, fueled by growing interest from traders. The number of open positions in BNB futures contracts is rising, suggesting new money is flowing into the market. Market data indicates BNB is trading above its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, a bullish sign. Technical charts show BNB consolidating between $850 and $875, forming a pattern that often precedes further price increases. Indicators like RSI and MACD suggest the token has room for growth, with $700 acting as support and $900 as resistance.

A large sell order has put Bitcoin in a potentially vulnerable position. An analyst has identified $117,570 as a crucial price level that Bitcoin needs to maintain for positive market sentiment to continue.

Daiko is a new Web3 platform that aims to gamify pet ownership. Their core product is a smart dog leash that syncs with a mobile app. Users earn crypto tokens, through a Proof-of-Woof model, simply by walking their dogs using the leash. The leash also boasts features like a safelock, titanium carabiner, waste bag holder, and high-strength rope. The platform plans to integrate NFTs, utility tokens, and community rewards as it expands globally throughout the year. Thousands of early users are already participating in their beta program.

A recent data leak revealed that many crypto influencers are paid significant amounts of money to promote crypto tokens without disclosing that they are being paid. Over 200 influencers were contacted to promote an unnamed token, with some charging as much as $60,000 per post. The leak shows that over 95% of these influencers failed to label their posts as advertisements, which is against advertising laws. This lack of transparency can mislead investors and lead to regulatory scrutiny. This situation highlights the risk of volatility in the crypto market when prices are pumped up by influencers without any fundamental value. Investors should be cautious of social media hype and should independently verify the legitimacy of any crypto investment before buying.

The U.S. manufacturing sector has contracted for the sixth consecutive month as of August 2025, according to reports. Manufacturers are struggling due to import tariffs, drawing comparisons to the Great Recession. A survey by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) indicates that manufacturers find it increasingly difficult to produce goods in the U.S. because of these tariffs. While the president defends the tariffs as necessary to revive the industrial base, data shows factory construction spending decreased by 6.7% year-over-year in July. A U.S. appeals court also ruled most of the tariffs illegal. Industries like paper products, machinery, and computer and electronic products are particularly affected. Some transportation equipment manufacturers are drawing parallels to the 2007-09 recession due to tariff-related uncertainty. Makers of computer and electronic products claim tariffs are disrupting planning and hindering efforts to bring production back to the U.S. Food, beverage, and tobacco manufacturers warn of higher prices for products made with organic sugar due to tariffs on imports from Brazil. 19 of the top 25 U.S. economic subsectors most affected by tariffs are in manufacturing. Over 23 million people employed in these exposed industries face potential wage stagnation or job losses.

Yunfeng, an investment firm with ties to Jack Ma, has initiated an Ethereum treasury by purchasing $44 million worth of the cryptocurrency. This development signals increased institutional investment in Ethereum.

Pi Network is undergoing a significant upgrade from protocol version 19 to version 23, which is based on Stellar protocol 23. This upgrade is being rolled out gradually, starting with Testnet1 and eventually reaching the Mainnet. The aim is to enhance the blockchain's functionality. Despite these technical advancements, the market's interest in Pi Network remains low. Currently, Pi Network is trading at $0.34, below its 20-day exponential moving average (EMA) of $0.36, which acts as resistance. The Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) indicator is negative, indicating weak capital inflows and a bearish outlook. If the current trend continues, Pi Network could potentially drop to its all-time low of $0.32.

The crypto market is buzzing about the potential for significant gains, specifically the idea of turning $1,000 into $1 million, fueled by the arrival of ChatGPT 5. While some see this as a dangerous fantasy, others view it as an opportunity to identify promising projects. Several projects are mentioned as potentially exceeding speculative hype including Bitcoin Hyper, which has already raised over $12.7 million in its presale; Token6900, which has raised over $15 million and seen its price increase by over 30% since its presale began; and Best Wallet Token, which aims to simplify crypto management for users. Experts are cautioning that while significant gains are possible, the chances of a 1000x return are slim, emphasizing the importance of projects with strong narratives, tokenomics, and real-world adoption. The focus is shifting from chasing quick returns to identifying projects with the potential for long-term sustainability and utility.

President Trump is seeking an expedited Supreme Court ruling to uphold his tariff program after a federal appeals court questioned his authority to impose them under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The court ruling, which allows the tariffs to remain in effect until October 14, has cast doubt on trillions of dollars in tariff revenue. Trump claims tariffs are crucial for economic stability, warning that the U.S. could face economic hardship without them. He believes foreign entities are behind the legal challenges to his tariff policies and views the tariffs as vital for America's financial security.

On September 2, 2025, ETHZilla Corporation, a company backed by investors like Peter Thiel, announced it's putting $100 million worth of its Ethereum into EtherFi, a service that lets people earn more rewards on their staked Ethereum. This is ETHZilla's first time directly using a DeFi service. They aim to make more money from their Ethereum holdings and help strengthen the Ethereum network. ETHZilla has about $456 million in Ethereum, along with $221 million in cash. They bought over 20,000 Ethereum in August at an average price of $3,949 each. EtherFi allows staked Ethereum to be used for additional security and services, offering higher potential returns. ETHZilla's move comes after they changed their name from 180 Life Sciences Corp. and started focusing on digital assets, making Ethereum their main treasury reserve. They plan to raise $425 million to buy more Ethereum and manage their treasury, working with Electric Capital to try and earn better returns than regular Ethereum staking. ETHZilla is also becoming an educator, publishing lessons about Ethereum's monetary policy. Other companies, like BitMine and SharpLink, also hold large amounts of Ethereum, with SharpLink recently adding over 39,000 Ethereum to their holdings.

The Midnight (NIGHT) token airdrop for the Cardano ecosystem has started, distributing tokens to those who held over $100 worth of BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, ADA, BNB, AVAX, or BAT. This airdrop, called the Glacier Drop, began August 5th and ends October 4th, after which tokens will be distributed in tranches over 360 days. Claiming the tokens requires creating a new Cardano wallet, which could increase Cardano's user base. Cardano's price is showing signs of a potential rally, with targets of $1.25 and then $2 if it breaks above a rising wedge pattern and holds above the $0.75 level. Separately, a new mine-to-earn game called Pepenode ($PEPENODE) has launched, allowing users to mine meme coins by creating virtual servers and stacking mining rigs, having already raised over $500,000.

Coinbase is launching a new futures product called Mag7 + Crypto Equity Index Futures on September 22. This product is unique because it combines exposure to both major US technology stocks and cryptocurrencies within a single futures contract. The index is composed of the 'Magnificent Seven' tech stocks (Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, NVIDIA, Meta, and Tesla), Coinbase stock, and BlackRock's Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, each representing 10% of the index and rebalanced quarterly. These are monthly cash-settled contracts where one contract equals $1 multiplied by the index value. MarketVector will calculate and maintain the index. After launching through partner platforms, Coinbase plans to make it available to retail users in the coming months.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) have jointly announced that registered trading platforms can now facilitate the trading of certain spot crypto assets with their approval. This marks a change from previous regulatory approaches, as the agencies are now actively working to integrate digital assets into the existing financial system. The SEC and CFTC are encouraging exchanges to contact them to discuss how to proceed with listing spot crypto asset products. The agencies believe that registered exchanges are not prohibited from facilitating the trading of spot crypto assets and are prepared to engage with trading venues to ensure fair and orderly markets. While Congress is working on comprehensive crypto market rules, the SEC and CFTC are utilizing their existing regulations to open the financial system to crypto assets.

Galaxy Digital, a major financial firm in the crypto space, moved 500,000 Solana tokens, worth about $103 million, to the Coinbase exchange over a five-day period. This large transfer has sparked speculation in the market about potential profit-taking by the institution, especially as Solana is currently facing resistance at a critical price level around $200-$220. Solana has shown strong performance since April, but analysts are watching closely to see if it can break through this resistance or if it will fall back to lower price levels. The cryptocurrency is currently trading around $203.33, and its ability to stay above $200 is crucial for its next move, with potential targets of $240-$260 if it breaks through resistance, and a possible drop to $180 or $165 if it fails to hold.

Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) has experienced a 15% price decrease since June, but there are signs a recovery might be possible. The token is currently around $0.0281, and it needs to break through the $0.0357 resistance level to potentially reach $0.045. Despite the recent downturn, key indicators like RSI and MACD show bullish divergence, meaning the price decrease doesn't reflect the token's underlying strength. A whale also purchased $320,000 worth of PENGU, indicating confidence from a large investor. However, PENGU needs to overcome the $0.0305 to $0.0350 resistance band to avoid further price declines toward the $0.025 level. If buyers can push the price above $0.0357, a move towards $0.04 to $0.045 is possible.

Metaplanet, a Japanese company, has increased its Bitcoin holdings to 20,000 BTC, making it a major corporate Bitcoin holder, ranking sixth globally and surpassing Riot Platforms. This investment reflects a shift in the company's core business strategy toward long-term Bitcoin accumulation to combat the decline in the value of the Japanese yen and rising inflation. Metaplanet aims to acquire a significant portion of the total 21 million Bitcoin supply as a hedge against currency debasement, with a year-to-date yield of 486.7%. Institutional demand for Bitcoin is accelerating and market infrastructure is strengthening. September has historically been a weak month for Bitcoin returns, but with ETFs and institutional inflows, 2025 may be different.

Bunni, a decentralized exchange (DEX) known for its innovative approach to managing cryptocurrency trading, experienced a security breach resulting in a loss of approximately $8.4 million. The attack exploited a vulnerability in Bunni's custom Liquidity Distribution Function, a system designed to improve returns for users providing liquidity. The attacker manipulated the system by making specific trades that caused miscalculations in how the pool ownership was calculated, which allowed them to withdraw more funds than they were entitled to. The stolen funds included $2.4 million from Ethereum and $6 million from Unichain, then were consolidated on Ethereum. In response, Bunni suspended all smart contract operations across multiple blockchain networks and urged users to withdraw their funds immediately. They also offered the hacker a 10% bounty for the return of the stolen funds. This incident highlights the security risks associated with innovative but complex systems in the decentralized finance space, even after security audits.

Japanese gaming company Gumi has invested $17 million in XRP to expand its blockchain operations. This follows a favorable legal outcome for Ripple, the company associated with XRP, which had previously hindered investor interest. Gumi's crypto holdings now include both Bitcoin and XRP, with plans to use Bitcoin as a store of value and XRP for remittances and liquidity services. This move suggests a growing trend of companies integrating crypto into their financial reserves. Technical analysis indicates XRP could potentially reach $5, representing a 75% increase, and possibly $10 with broader adoption. The article also mentions Snorter ($SNORT), a trading bot project with an ongoing presale that has raised almost $3.5 million.

A Venus Protocol user lost $27 million due to a phishing attack, not a hack of the protocol itself. The user unknowingly approved a malicious transaction, giving an attacker access to their tokens. The stolen assets included $19.8M in vUSDT, $7.15M in vUSDC, $146K in vXRP, $22K in vETH, and 285 BTCB. Venus Protocol paused part of its platform and is working with the victim, but recovery is unlikely. The incident highlights the risk of social engineering in DeFi, where users must be vigilant about fake links and unlimited token approvals. Experts recommend users manually type URLs, double-check transactions, regularly revoke old approvals, and use hardware wallets for added security.

Dogecoin is showing strong support around the $0.21 level, potentially leading to an upward price movement. If Dogecoin breaks through the $0.245 resistance, it could reach $0.38, with potential further gains to $0.49 if interest rates are cut as speculated. A spot Dogecoin ETF decision in mid-October could also fuel a price surge, potentially reaching $1. Meanwhile, a new meme coin called Maxi Doge ($MAXI) is gaining attention with its presale raising over $1.75 million, offering staking rewards to early investors. Some investors believe new meme coins like Maxi Doge may offer more explosive growth potential than established coins like Dogecoin.

The Bitget token (BGB) experienced a significant price increase, rising 14.6% to a four-month high after Bitget announced it was transferring 39% of the total BGB supply to the Morph Foundation. This transfer involved the immediate burning of 220 million BGB tokens to reduce the circulating supply, and the remaining 220 million tokens will be unlocked at a rate of 2% per month for liquidity, education, and ecosystem growth. BGB will now function as the gas and governance token for the Morph network, used for transaction fees, voting, and payments within decentralized applications, while still retaining its benefits on the Bitget exchange. The Morph Foundation plans to further reduce the total BGB supply to 100 million tokens through burns linked to on-chain activity. Following the initial price surge, BGB experienced a slight correction but still showed a 9% daily gain, outperforming most crypto assets. Bitget plans to leverage its user base to promote the adoption of Morph-based applications. The Morph network is also undergoing upgrades to lower transaction fees and improve developer support. This news has sparked largely positive sentiment within the crypto community.

Shiba Inu's leader, Shytoshi Kusama, revealed a new vision for the cryptocurrency including Shibarium, a Layer 2 scaling solution, meme culture expansion, FHE privacy, and the Hoichi bridge, aiming to address scalability issues and potentially increase its value. Technical analysis suggests a possible bullish reversal with a potential 163% increase to $0.00003. A double-bottom formation on the SHIB 4H chart indicates a possible 22% price surge to $0.00001519 if it maintains support above $0.00001183. Another cryptocurrency, Maxi Doge ($MAXI), is gaining attention with its presale raising over $1.75 million, offering a high-leverage crypto fund aiming for substantial returns.

Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, significantly increased its Bitcoin holdings in August, purchasing 7,700 BTC, including 4,048 BTC between August 25th and September 1st for $449.3 million at an average price of $110,981 per Bitcoin. Their total holdings now stand at 636,505 BTC, valued at $69.6 billion. SharpLink Gaming also made a substantial investment, adding 39,008 ETH to its treasury for approximately $177 million, averaging $4,531 per ETH. This brings their total Ethereum holdings to 837,230 ETH, worth around $3.6 billion. SharpLink also reported earning 2,318 ETH through staking activities since June and has $71.6 million in cash reserves remaining. These actions demonstrate institutional interest in digital assets, with Strategy focusing on Bitcoin as a store of value and SharpLink exploring Ethereum for growth and yield through staking.

Optimism (OP) is showing signs of a potential price increase from its current level around $0.67. Analysts have identified a key support range between $0.6172 and $0.6767 where buyers are accumulating the token. If OP stays above this range, it's expected to break through resistance levels, with potential profit targets set at $0.9456, $1.0881, $1.1665, $1.2853, $1.6880, and $2.1695. A stop-loss point is suggested at $0.5476 to manage risk. The market cap of OP is approximately $1.19 billion, with a 24-hour trading volume of around $191 million. Technical indicators like the Relative Strength Index (RSI) show a balanced market, while the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) indicates a lack of strong bullish momentum.

Donald Trump has dismissed rumors circulating online about his death, labeling them as "so fake." The rumors gained traction due to his absence from public view since August 26th and the appearance of unexplained bruising on his hands. Trump addressed the speculation during a press briefing, stating he was active over the weekend and was aware of the online chatter. The White House attributes the bruising to hand-shaking and aspirin use and confirmed Trump's diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency, while maintaining his overall health is good. Despite this, critics continue to question his health, fueling further speculation. Trump has responded by mocking the rumors and continuing to be active online.

IREN Ltd., a Bitcoin mining company, has seen its stock price surge nearly 300% since March, attracting attention from analysts who have increased their price targets. Canaccord Genuity raised its target to $37 per share, while H.C. Wainwright and Roth Capital set targets of $36 and $35 respectively, all suggesting significant potential upside from its current price of $26.48 at the end of August. This rally is fueled by IREN's move to leverage its infrastructure for AI, with investors noting the company's opportunity in AI infrastructure. While Bitcoin mining generated $484.6 million in revenue for fiscal year 2025, AI Cloud Services brought in $16.4 million, but the company anticipates this AI segment to generate an annualized $200 million to $250 million by December 2025 due to recent Nvidia chip expansions and new Nvidia Preferred Partner status. Enthusiasm is building on social media, with investors discussing the potential of IREN's AI Cloud Services and its Bitcoin mining business, contributing to the stock's momentum.

Bullish, the parent company of CoinDesk, has appointed David LaValle as president of CoinDesk Indices and Data. LaValle previously served as global head of ETFs at Grayscale Investments, where he played a key role in converting the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into a spot bitcoin ETF. Before Grayscale, he held leadership positions at VettaFi, State Street Global Advisors, and Nasdaq. CoinDesk Indices manages over $40 billion in assets tracking its products, including the CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index (XBX) and the CoinDesk 20 Index (CD20). Bullish aims to expand CoinDesk's index and data business, catering to institutional investors seeking reliable pricing benchmarks in the crypto market. LaValle's background in both traditional finance and crypto is expected to help CoinDesk Indices bridge the gap between the two sectors as the industry evolves.

Pi Network is upgrading its blockchain protocol from version 19 to 23, based on Stellar protocol 23. This upgrade introduces new features and controls to the network. However, the market's reaction to PI remains weak, with the price currently at $0.34. It's trading below its 20-day exponential moving average of $0.36, suggesting potential downward pressure. The Chaikin Money Flow indicator also shows negative money flow, indicating more selling than buying. If this trend continues, PI could fall to or below its all-time low of $0.32. On the other hand, increased demand could push the price above $0.36 and potentially towards $0.40.

Bitcoin has been upgraded to allow for Ethereum-style smart contracts using a new system called BRC-2.0. This upgrade, activated at block height 912,690, aims to expand Bitcoin's capabilities beyond simply being a store of value. The upgrade potentially allows for decentralized applications (dApps) and decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols to be built directly on the Bitcoin network, making it a more programmable financial layer.

The Uniswap Foundation is leading a group of 18 crypto organizations urging Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to provide clear legal guidelines for Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) in the U.S. They are concerned that the current legal uncertainty is pushing crypto innovation to other countries. The coalition suggests the federal government recognize Wyoming's Decentralized Unincorporated Nonprofit Association (DUNA) framework as a model, which allows DAOs to operate legally without exposing individual token holders to liability. Senator Cynthia Lummis supports this initiative, which also references a prior report mandating collaboration between the Treasury, IRS, and blockchain nonprofits. Uniswap Governance is considering adopting the DUNA structure as a test case. The coalition requests the government recognize good-faith compliance efforts, engage with groups using frameworks like DUNA, and offer federal guidance, including safe harbors.

The price of the cryptocurrency PUMP has increased by 14%. This increase occurred following an announcement by Pump.fun about a new initiative called Project Ascend.

Yunfeng Financial, a Hong Kong investment firm linked to Jack Ma, has purchased 10,000 ETH (Ethereum), worth $44 million, to expand into Web3 technologies. This purchase was made using the company's existing cash reserves of $12.3 billion. The company's move is part of a larger trend where businesses are adding Ethereum to their holdings, with corporate Ethereum holdings increasing significantly between June and September 2025. Yunfeng plans to use Ethereum's smart contract capabilities for client services and to integrate traditional finance with blockchain technology, exploring its use in insurance and other Web3 applications. This purchase indicates growing confidence in Ethereum as a strategic asset and positions Yunfeng ahead of its competitors in Asia. The company acknowledges the risks of crypto volatility but remains committed to its Web3 strategy.

Ethereum is experiencing significant selling pressure, with taker sell volume reaching $1.2 billion in the last 24 hours. This surge in selling coincided with a 2.4% price drop, pushing Ethereum down to $4,272. Trading volumes have decreased, and interest in leveraged long positions is declining. Historically, September has been a weak month for Ethereum, with potential for further price retracement. Despite the current downturn, some large investors are still accumulating Ethereum, with one Bitcoin whale converting $1 billion into ETH and staking it. Spot ETFs have also absorbed more Ethereum than was issued on-chain in August. Ethereum is currently trading around $4,387, down 1% in the last 24 hours, and is consolidating around the $4,200-$4,400 range.

Pudgy Penguins launched a new mobile game called Pudgy Party on August 29th. Within three days, the game rose to the top of the Apple App Store charts, becoming the number one racing app. Pudgy Party includes six different game modes, allowing players to compete individually or against others to earn skins and climb the leaderboards.

Ethena's USDe has become the third-largest stablecoin, surpassing DAI and USDS with a market capitalization of over $12.4 billion. This rise in adoption brings Ethena closer to implementing a fee switch, allowing ENA token holders to share in protocol revenues. The fee switch requires achieving three milestones, of which two have been met: exceeding $6 billion in USDe supply and having a cumulative protocol revenue of at least $250 million. The remaining milestone is securing listings for USDe on four of the top five centralized exchanges ranked by derivatives trading volume. Unlike USDT and USDC, USDe uses a delta-neutral strategy to maintain its peg, hedging user deposits with short positions on centralized exchanges. While this setup has attracted DeFi users seeking yield opportunities, S&P Global has flagged USDe with higher risk scores, and Chaos Labs has raised concerns about potential rehypothecation and liquidity strains.

There are only 24 hours left to buy TOKEN6900 before its claim event. The project has raised over $15 million, with the token price currently around $0.012, up over 30% since launch. The upcoming claim is a key test for the project, which aims to combine short-term excitement with long-term development through a strategy of programmed scarcity and strategic fund allocation across development, security, marketing, and liquidity. The project attracts both short-term traders looking to profit from volatility and long-term investors interested in its roadmap and partnerships. The article emphasizes the limited time remaining to participate before the claim.

Large cryptocurrency holders, often called "whales", have purchased 1.25 million Chainlink (LINK) tokens. This activity coincides with the expansion of a deal related to artificial intelligence (AI). This increase in buying by whales is significant and suggests a potential increase in demand for Chainlink.

Bitmine Immersion Technologies increased its Ethereum holdings to over 1.86 million ETH, valued at $8.2 billion, purchased at an average price of $4,458 per ETH. This latest purchase of 153,075 ETH cost $665.8 million. With this addition, Bitmine is now the top Ethereum treasury company and the second-largest crypto treasury overall. Chairman Tom Lee believes Ethereum is in a "supercycle", similar to Wall Street's growth after 1971 when the USD went off the gold standard. Despite the announcement, Bitmine's stock (BMNR) experienced a slight decrease, along with a dip in the price of ETH. The company also holds 192 Bitcoin and $635 million in cash. Ethereum's price experienced a decrease of nearly 3% and trading volume had a 9% increase.

El Salvador is organizing a government-backed Bitcoin conference called Bitcoin Histrico, scheduled for November 12-13, 2025, at the National Palace in San Salvador. The event, organized by the National Bitcoin Office, will feature speakers like Ricardo Salinas, Jeff Booth, and Max Keiser. Ticket prices range from $350 to $2,100. This conference follows El Salvador's agreement with the IMF, which involved removing Bitcoin as legal tender and making merchant acceptance voluntary. Despite these changes, El Salvador continues to purchase Bitcoin, holding over 6,200 BTC. The country is also establishing regulations for crypto investment banks to attract larger investors and focusing on technical and institutional aspects of Bitcoin, such as monetary independence and geothermal-powered mining. The conference aims to promote tourism, local commerce, and signal El Salvador's continued involvement with Bitcoin while adapting its usage of the asset.

Dogecoin's price is at a crucial point around $0.214, a level supported by both a Fibonacci retracement and an ascending trendline. If the price stays above this level, analysts predict a potential rise towards $0.278, where sellers might try to stop further gains. However, if the price falls below $0.214, it could drop to around $0.197. A further drop below this point could lead to a larger decrease towards $0.173. The direction Dogecoin takes depends on whether buyers can maintain the current support or if sellers will cause a price decline. Traders are closely watching this level to see which direction Dogecoin will move next.

Dogecoin is currently trading around $0.21 and is at a crucial point. An analyst suggests that if Dogecoin's price breaks above $0.23, it could trigger a rally toward $0.25. However, large Dogecoin holders have been selling off significant amounts, putting downward pressure on the price. If the price falls below $0.205, it could drop further to $0.181. Conversely, breaking above $0.232 could lead to a rise to $0.242. Technical indicators offer mixed signals, but some analysts believe the current pattern resembles previous patterns that led to significant price increases. One analyst even predicts a potential long-term rise to $2 if certain conditions are met. The overall sentiment is mixed, with some expecting a rally and others remaining cautious due to selling pressure and negative sentiment in the derivatives market. Whether Dogecoin will rally or decline depends on whether buyers can maintain support and break through resistance.