Entrepreneur Erik Bergman lost $1.25 million in a cryptocurrency scam that started with a fake call from MrBeast and Mark Rober about a charity donation to Team Water. Bergman pledged $1 million and was then added to a WhatsApp group with individuals impersonating celebrities, who then promoted an exclusive early Coinbase token investment. Bergman invested $500,000 initially and then added another $750,000 after being told the tokens had increased in price. He later discovered the entire scheme was fraudulent after noticing inconsistencies and confirming with the real MrBeast. Despite the financial loss, Bergman is sharing his experience to help others avoid similar scams and remains committed to his genuine donation to Team Water.

The White House is looking to expand its investments in private companies, similar to its recent purchase of nearly 10% of Intel. This has led to speculation about whether the government might target Ripple's escrowed XRP. Ripple currently holds 35.6 billion XRP in escrow, worth roughly $100 billion. Some experts suggest the government could gain control of this XRP by changing the keys to the escrow accounts, effectively transferring ownership. While the government has included XRP in its strategic digital asset reserve, it has stated it would not purchase XRP to fill the reserve. Discussions have also involved the possibility of the government seizing the escrowed XRP, potentially viewing it as a national strategy asset, rather than a blockchain asset. Some legal experts have suggested that a recent court decision might have opened the door for the government to claim Ripple's escrow, while others dismiss this idea.

Tron has implemented a 60% reduction in its network fees to encourage more usage and maintain its competitive edge in the stablecoin market. This change, effective August 29th, lowers energy costs significantly. However, the market reacted negatively, with the price of TRX dropping 4%. Short positions against TRX heavily outweigh long positions, with $64 million in shorts compared to $15.9 million in longs. Technical indicators suggest TRX will likely consolidate between $0.33 and $0.36. While Tron's dominance in stablecoins, handling a large portion of Tether's global volume, could be strengthened by the fee cut, it also reduces incentives for TRX stakers. Analysts predict TRX to remain within the $0.33-$0.36 range until a clear breakout occurs, with current market sentiment leaning bearish.

Bitcoin's price has fallen below a key support level of $111,500, raising concerns about a potential further drop. This decline follows weeks of sideways trading and increasing selling pressure. Short-term holders of Bitcoin are feeling the pressure, as their average cost basis of around $107,000 is being tested. A significant portion of the Bitcoin supply was bought at an average price of $113,600, leaving many holders underwater and potentially triggering more selling. Bitcoin funds have seen outflows of $1.5 billion, while Ethereum ETFs have attracted inflows, suggesting a shift in capital. The immediate focus is whether Bitcoin can reclaim the $111,500-$113,000 level. Failure to do so could lead to further declines towards $107,000, $104,000, or even $97,000. Institutional investment flows and upcoming Federal Reserve policy updates will also influence Bitcoin's price.

A class action lawsuit against Strategy, a company heavily invested in Bitcoin, has been withdrawn by investors. The lawsuit, filed in May 2025, alleged that Strategy misled investors regarding its financial health and the impact of new accounting standards that allowed them to list Bitcoin holdings at market value. The plaintiffs claimed the company overstated the benefits of this accounting method. The dismissal, filed with prejudice, means the same claims cannot be refiled. Strategy currently holds approximately 632,457 BTC, worth about $70 billion at current prices, acquired at an average price of $73,527 per coin, costing roughly $46.50 billion including fees. Strategy funded recent Bitcoin purchases by selling shares, generating net proceeds of approximately $309.9 million. The company faces ongoing debate over its fair-value accounting practices, which reflect Bitcoin's price volatility in its financial reports, potentially impacting quarterly earnings.

In August, Bitcoin's price decreased by 4.98%, but the overall cryptocurrency market capitalization remained steady at $3.87 trillion. Investor sentiment became more cautious, with the Fear & Greed Index declining. Despite the price drop, public companies actively purchased Bitcoin, acquiring 3,081 BTC in a single week. These companies now hold 3.5% of the total Bitcoin supply. MicroStrategy led the buying, increasing its holdings to 632,457 BTC. Other companies like Metaplanet and DeFi Development Corp also added to their Bitcoin reserves. This institutional buying suggests long-term confidence in Bitcoin, even amidst price fluctuations. The market is closely watching to see if this corporate demand will drive prices higher.

Ethereum experienced record on-chain activity in August. Decentralized exchange volume reached $135 billion, transactions totaled 48 million, and active addresses hit 15 million. The total value locked exceeded $240 billion. Corporate treasuries significantly increased their Ethereum holdings, with a total of 247,033 ETH purchased in one week. BitMine acquired 190,500 ETH, bringing their total to 1.7 million ETH valued at $7.7 billion. SharpLink added 56,533 ETH to their treasury, now holding 797,704 ETH worth $3.6 billion. ETHZilla disclosed owning 102,237 ETH valued at $451.5 million and initiated a $250 million stock buyback program. The increase in on-chain activity and institutional investment suggests growing adoption of Ethereum.

Grayscale Investments has filed an amended S-1 form with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its Grayscale Cardano Trust, signaling a potential move towards converting it into a spot Cardano (ADA) exchange-traded fund (ETF). This action increases the likelihood of a Cardano ETF being approved in the US market. The filing indicates that Grayscale is preparing the groundwork to offer a regulated investment vehicle that directly holds ADA, potentially opening up Cardano to a wider range of investors.

Pump.fun's market share has significantly increased from 11.5% to 92.5% since August 1st, driven by the launch of the Glass Full Fund and over $62 million in $PUMP token buybacks. These buybacks have offset 4.261% of the circulating supply. $TROLL, a token within the Pump.fun ecosystem, has seen a 250% increase in value this month. Pump.fun allocated $10,657,503 to $PUMP buybacks last week, representing 99.32% of its total revenue for that period. A recent platform update caused temporary selling issues for trading bots like Axiom, but the update was rolled back and is scheduled for re-implementation. The market is watching the success of the new implementation as buybacks continue to reduce supply.

Dogecoin's price has seen a rebound after finding support. This movement coincides with Elon Musk's support for a proposal to establish a $200 million treasury for Dogecoin. The proposed treasury aims to fund development and projects within the Dogecoin ecosystem.

A new company called 'House of Doge' is planning to raise $200 million to buy and hold Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency that started as a joke but became popular. The idea is that by holding a large amount of Dogecoin, the company could profit if the price of Dogecoin goes up. Elon Musk's lawyer, Alex Spiro, is expected to be the chairman of this company. While it's not confirmed if Musk is directly involved, Spiro's participation suggests a connection. Musk has been a supporter of Dogecoin in the past, even after facing a lawsuit accusing him of manipulating its price, which was later dismissed. Tesla, Musk's car company, still accepts Dogecoin for some merchandise. This move by 'House of Doge' follows a trend where companies are starting to hold cryptocurrencies as part of their assets.

A new company aiming to accumulate Dogecoin is being launched with the goal of raising $200 million. Alex Spiro, a lawyer known for representing Elon Musk, is planned to be the chairman of this publicly traded entity, which is being marketed as a major step towards Dogecoin adoption. This initiative comes as other companies have also started creating crypto treasuries, including some focused on Dogecoin. However, the stock performance of these companies with crypto treasuries has been weak. Dogecoin's price is currently around $0.214, significantly lower than its one-year high. While Elon Musk's past statements have influenced Dogecoin's price, he hasn't recently commented on Dogecoin directly, focusing instead on developing payment features for X.

The price of Flare (FLR) cryptocurrency is currently declining, trading around $0.02127, a decrease of 2.1% since yesterday and almost 10% over the past week. Its market capitalization is $1.53 billion. The drop is partly attributed to disappointment that users in the Revolut Learn & Earn campaign cannot immediately withdraw their FLR rewards. Key support levels to watch are $0.0209 and then $0.018. If the price breaks below $0.0209, it could fall further. Resistance is at $0.0222 and $0.0233. A price close above $0.0222 might signal a recovery.

Japanese gaming company Gumi Inc., backed by SBI Holdings, has approved a purchase of 2.5 billion XRP, worth approximately $17 million, over the next five months (September 2025 to February 2026). This investment signifies increasing institutional interest in XRP and marks a shift in Gumi's treasury strategy, following an earlier $6 million Bitcoin investment. Gumi intends to accumulate XRP gradually to support Ripple and SBI's efforts in international remittances and liquidity services, aligning with Gumi's broader expansion into blockchain and Web3. Other companies like Trident Digital, Webus International, and VivoPower have also added XRP to their corporate treasuries, suggesting XRP is transitioning from a speculative asset to a treasury-grade holding. Gumi's treasury strategy now includes Bitcoin for stability and yield generation, and XRP for ecosystem-driven growth and cross-border finance applications, continuing a prior collaboration with RippleX back in 2019.

The Cardano Foundation has relaunched its Developer Portal, which was rebuilt with community input to make it easier for developers to build decentralized applications (DApps) on the Cardano blockchain. The portal provides guides, tutorials, and resources for smart contracts using Plutus and Marlowe. Despite increased developer activity, the price of ADA, Cardano's cryptocurrency, has decreased by nearly 4%, trading at approximately $0.8350. However, ADA's trading volume has increased by 16% to $1.58 billion, showing continued engagement. The Cardano Foundation is also moving forward with a scalability upgrade to improve network throughput. Founder Charles Hoskinson believes Ethereum will be obsolete in 10 years.

Bitcoin fell to a seven-week low, resulting in the liquidation of approximately $540 million in crypto trades within a 24-hour period. Heavy selling by large Bitcoin holders, particularly on the Binance exchange, is considered a primary factor for the price drop. Bitcoin lost almost 5% of its value. While some technical indicators suggest a potential rebound, historical seasonal weakness in September and macroeconomic data are adding to the downward pressure. Traders are closely monitoring the $112,000 and $114,000 price levels; reclaiming these could signal a recovery, while failing to do so might lead to further declines.

The cryptocurrency market experienced over $480 million in liquidations of long positions following the release of heated PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditures) data. This data seemingly triggered a negative market reaction. Peter Schiff, a known critic of cryptocurrency, declared the situation as 'game over' for the market following the economic data release. The high volume of long liquidations indicates a significant downturn, with traders who bet on rising prices being forced to close their positions.

Dogecoin is planning to create a digital asset treasury and raise $200 million from investors. Alex Spiro, Elon Musk's lawyer, is expected to lead the treasury company, called House of Doge. This move aims to make Dogecoin more legitimate and attract traditional investors, similar to how companies like MicroStrategy have added cryptocurrencies to their balance sheets. Despite the announcement, Dogecoin's price decreased by 2% to $0.2761, with a market cap of $32.81 billion. The treasury seeks to follow a broader trend where over 180 public companies have adopted cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. It represents a significant step for Dogecoin to be viewed as a legitimate financial player.

If someone invests $25,000 in Shiba Inu today at its current price of $0.00001228, they would get 1.88 billion SHIB tokens. If Shiba Inu reaches $0.00015, that investment would be worth $282,379. However, if Shiba Inu only reaches $0.0001, the investment would be worth $188,253. Some analysts predict Shiba Inu could reach $0.00015, with one expert suggesting it could happen if the token overcomes resistance at $0.00001678. Another analyst highlighted that large holders are widely adopting SHIB tokens, which could push the price above $0.00015 to $0.0001553. One report speculated Shiba Inu could reach $0.00015 before the end of 2025, and possibly even $0.0003 this year, but achieving $0.00015 by the end of the year would require a significant price increase.

The article discusses the potential impact on XRP's price if U.S. banks were to use it for domestic settlements. Currently, XRP trades around $2.82, but the National Settlement Service (NSS) processes about $77.45 billion daily. If XRP's activity scaled to match the NSS volume, its price could reach approximately $35, according to an OpenAI ChatGPT analysis. Furthermore, ChatGPT suggests that the price could increase even more, potentially reaching $70 to $100, due to factors like banks holding XRP as reserves and market speculation. The NSS handled $28.27 trillion in 2024, highlighting the scale of domestic settlements in the U.S.

A market analyst, EGRAG Crypto, believes that XRP's current price dip is a temporary pause before it rises against Bitcoin. The analyst points to an eight-month bull pennant formation on the XRP/BTC chart, suggesting a potential breakout. EGRAG Crypto predicts that the XRP/BTC pair could reach 0.00007262 BTC, 0.00009502 BTC and ultimately 0.0001398 BTC using Fibonacci extension levels. This would translate to XRP prices of $7.87, $10.3, and $15.1 respectively, based on Bitcoin's current price of $108,500. The target of 0.0001398 BTC for the XRP/BTC pair was last seen in January 2018 when XRP reached $3.3.

Monero developers are considering implementing a proposal called "Publish or Perish" to combat selfish mining attacks, particularly those originating from the Qubic Pool, which controls about 33% of Monero's network hashrate. This proposal involves penalizing miners who delay broadcasting their blocks and rewarding honest miners even if their blocks are orphaned. The goal is to make selfish mining less profitable and maintain a fair mining process. The price of Monero (XMR) has decreased by approximately 20% since July, trading below $260, despite record high Google searches for privacy coins, indicating continued interest in the sector.

XRP, Ripple's cryptocurrency, has fallen in market capitalization, losing its position as the third-largest cryptocurrency to Tether's USDT. USDT's market cap is now at $167,613,338. XRP had previously surged to $3.65 in mid-July but has since declined, particularly in the last 24-36 hours as the broader cryptocurrency market also experienced a downturn. XRP dropped to $2.73, its lowest price since August 3, but has since recovered to just over $2.8. This drop has also impacted Ripple's overall ranking, with the company and its token falling out of the top 100 global assets by market cap, currently sitting at 121st. While still ahead of companies like Sony, Airbus, and Allianz, Ripple now trails Charles Schwab, BlackRock, and Xiaomi.

Ethereum ETFs are on track to attract over $4 billion in net inflows this month, a stark contrast to Bitcoin ETFs which have seen over $600 million in outflows during the same period. BlackRock's ETHA ETF leads the Ethereum market with nearly $17 billion in net assets. While Bitcoin ETFs still hold greater overall value, the difference is narrowing. BlackRock's IBIT leads Bitcoin ETFs with almost $84 billion in net assets. Corporate adoption of Ethereum is increasing, with companies like SharpLink Gaming and ETHZilla adding to their Ethereum holdings. BitMine currently holds the largest Ethereum reserves among publicly-listed companies. Institutional interest in Ethereum is growing, potentially leading to price increases, although Ethereum recently faced rejection near the $5,000 mark and currently trades around $4,340.

PetroChina, a major Chinese oil and gas company, is considering using stablecoins for international payments, following Hong Kong's new rules for these digital currencies. Hong Kong passed a law in August requiring licenses for companies issuing stablecoins pegged to fiat currencies, like the Hong Kong Dollar. PetroChina will study if stablecoins can make cross-border payments more efficient. This move signals PetroChina's entry into the digital asset space under Hong Kong's new regulatory framework. Several companies have applied for licenses to issue stablecoins in Hong Kong. Despite this push, Chinese regulators are also being cautious, halting promotions and research related to stablecoins due to concerns about fraud. Separately, Eric Trump mentioned that China is a major player in the crypto industry.

Bitcoin has fallen below the $110,000 support level, reaching a low of $107,900, which is concerning investors. One analyst suggests that if Bitcoin doesn't hold the $108,700 level, it could drop to around $94,000. This potential drop is based on technical indicators mirroring a similar pattern seen before the 2021 bear market. Other analysts point to support levels between $103,000-$108,000, while another suggests a bottom around $92,000 before a potential reversal and new high later in the year. Bitcoin is currently trading at $107,947, a 7.5% decrease for the week.

American Bitcoin, a company reportedly backed by Donald Trump, has finalized its merger and is scheduled to be listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange in September. This means the company's stock will soon be available for trading on a major U.S. stock market.

The article discusses Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new cryptocurrency project in its presale phase, as a potential short-term investment opportunity compared to waiting for Solana (SOL) to rebound. Mutuum Finance aims to provide immediate utility through its beta launch coinciding with the token's live event, offering lending and staking functions. The platform plans Layer-2 integration for faster transactions and lower costs. A system generating mtTokens for staking is designed to reward active users with MUTM tokens bought back using protocol revenue. The presale is in Phase 6, priced at $0.035 per token, with over 15,850 holders. The project has allocated 170 million tokens to this phase, with 30% already sold. CertiK has audited Mutuum Finance, giving it a Token Scan Score of 95.00 and a Skynet Score of 78.00. They have also introduced a $50,000 CertiK bug bounty program and a $100,000 giveaway campaign. Beyond its pooled system, Mutuum Finance will incorporate a P2P lending marketplace. The article highlights that the immediate catalysts of beta release, Layer-2 integration, revenue-driven buybacks, and exchange listings are expected to drive rapid price appreciation for the token.

Binance founder CZ believes decentralized exchanges (DEXs) will eventually overtake centralized exchanges (CEXs) in trading volume. Currently, CEXs lead due to their ease of use and available funds, but DEXs are gaining momentum. A report showed that DEXs reached their highest market share ever in the second quarter of 2025. While Binance is still the biggest CEX, its trading volume decreased, and other major CEXs saw even bigger drops. PancakeSwap's trading volume increased significantly, making it the top DEX. This shift is partially due to hybrid platforms that combine features of both CEXs and DEXs, providing benefits like low-cost trades and faster execution. CEX spot trading is impacted by retail sentiment, economics, and market swings, while DEXs have the advantage of more flexible rules, enabling them to experiment and grow quickly.

Dogecoin's price may increase soon due to positive developments. The amount of money committed to Dogecoin futures contracts, called open interest, has risen to over $3.3 billion, indicating growing confidence among investors. This involves over 15.16 billion DOGE over the past 24 hours. The exchanges with the highest market activity for DOGE are Binance, OKX, and Bybit, with Binance leading at $661.9 million. Also, Bybit and OKX traders pledged $416.6 million and $353.6 million, respectively. Dogecoin's network security, measured by its hashrate, has reached an all-time high, suggesting more miners are securing the network, making it more resistant to attacks. There is also speculation about a Dogecoin ETF, which would allow investors to invest in Dogecoin through the stock market without directly owning it, potentially launching in late 2025. Filings from Grayscale, Bitwise, 21Shares, and Rex-Osprey are under review with the U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Grayscale submitted an S-1 filing document to the SEC earlier this month. Analysts are optimistic about its approval, which could cause Dogecoin's price to rise significantly, though regulatory delays are possible.

A cryptocurrency analyst has identified a technical chart pattern called an Ascending Triangle forming on Solana's price chart. This pattern suggests that Solana's price has been consolidating, and it's now attempting to break out above the upper resistance line of the triangle. If Solana successfully breaks out and sustains the upward momentum, the analyst predicts a potential price target of $300, which represents an approximate 46% increase from its current value. Currently, Solana is trading around $205, reflecting a 5% increase over the past week.

Despite the recent popularity of Bitcoin ETFs, cryptocurrency exchanges still dominate Bitcoin trading volume. Data indicates that US Bitcoin spot ETFs account for only about 4.53% of the total Bitcoin trading volume, while major exchanges like Binance handle a significantly larger share. Binance alone sees trading volumes that can double the combined volume of all the US Bitcoin ETFs on peak days. The US spot ETFs account for 13.08% of the total Ethereum trading volume, a closer margin, but still behind Binance's 29.07%. The price of Bitcoin has decreased by approximately 3% in the last 24 hours, reaching $108,500.

Cronos (CRO) experienced a significant price surge of 150% following an announcement from Trump Media Group about a $6.4 billion fund to build a Cronos treasury. This rally led to substantial profit-taking, indicated by a spike in negative funding rates to -0.064, the highest since July 8th, and over $6 million in liquidations. Spot outflows of CRO exceeded $8 million, marking the largest daily outflow in over a year, causing a price pullback to around $0.30. Open interest in CRO also increased, reflecting renewed market excitement. Trump Media Group's plans to use Cronos for a digital WEB3 economy and establish a CRO treasury are driving potential future growth. Cronos's total value locked (TVL) increased from $575 million to $797 million, and its stablecoin market capitalization rose from $167 million to $182 million this week.

Eric Trump predicted at the Bitcoin Asia conference that Bitcoin could reach $1 million, an 825% increase from current prices. He highlighted China's influence on crypto innovation despite existing restrictions. Hong Kong is establishing itself as a digital asset hub while the United States considers a Bitcoin reserve and dollar-pegged cryptocurrency adoption. Eric Trump cited strong institutional demand and Bitcoin's limited supply as factors for his optimism. The Trump family has launched various crypto initiatives, including a DeFi platform, stablecoin, and Bitcoin mining operation. A new crypto miner backed by Eric and Donald Trump Jr. is preparing for a Nasdaq listing. Binance founder Changpeng Zhao noted that the US is setting a precedent for progressive crypto regulations.

Bitcoin has dropped from its all-time high of over $124,000 and is currently trading around $110,219. Analysts are looking at on-chain data to understand where the price might go next. One analysis using MVRV Price Bands suggests Bitcoin could potentially reach $183,000 by August 2025, assuming historical trends continue. The analysis also highlights key support levels to watch, noting that a break below one level could signal a weakening uptrend. Another analysis shows that investors on Binance have been buying Bitcoin at higher prices, with new large investors holding an average cost basis of $108,000, which could act as a support level. Miners appear to be selling a small amount of their holdings, while long-term holders remain in a strong position with a cost basis near $40,000.

Bitcoin's price fell to $108,000 due to large Bitcoin holders selling off significant amounts, triggering a wave of liquidations totaling nearly $540 million in leveraged bets. This drop is the lowest it has been since early July, representing a 4% decrease on the day. The U.S. PCE Index, which measures inflation, met expectations, but the possibility of strong jobs data could change expectations for the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy. Additionally, several top executives are selling off their company stock, and China's largest banks are reporting significant increases in bad debt. There are also concerns about the AI sector, with some companies showing financial weaknesses. Investors are also moving into safer assets like bonds as the 2-year Treasury yield hits a four-month low, signaling increased risk aversion in the market.

Several companies, including Canary Capital, Franklin Templeton, VanEck, Fidelity, Grayscale, CoinShares, and Bitwise, are competing to launch the first U.S. Solana ETF by submitting revised proposals to the SEC. These proposals include details about staking, fees, and how investors can redeem their shares. One company, Canary Capital, plans to stake most of its Solana holdings with Marinade Select for at least two years and auto-compound the rewards. The filings also outline custody arrangements and aim to improve transparency by disclosing daily information such as net asset value and full holdings. The outcome of the SEC's review will impact the future of crypto ETFs in the U.S., indicating whether Solana can become a mainstream financial asset.

Tether is changing its approach to USDT on several older blockchain networks, including Omni Layer, Bitcoin Cash SLP, Kusama, EOS, and Algorand, by classifying them as unsupported. Users can still send and receive USDT on these networks, but Tether will no longer mint new tokens or directly redeem them. This decision allows Tether to concentrate on more active blockchains like Ethereum and Tron, as well as Layer 2 networks. Tether also plans to introduce USDT natively on Bitcoin through the RGB protocol, enabling direct interaction with USDT on the Bitcoin network. Users who wish to move their USDT to actively supported networks can use available cross-chain swap tools.

EtherFi, a platform for staking cryptocurrency, is putting $500 million worth of ETH into Plasma, a new Layer 2 network supported by Bitfinex. This large deposit will provide Plasma with a lot of liquidity from the beginning, allowing users to immediately start borrowing and lending using their ETH. Plasma aims to offer secure and user-friendly features, including fast and cheap stablecoin transfers, privacy options, and compatibility with both Bitcoin and Ethereum. Before this partnership, Plasma had already seen over $1 billion deposited quickly, mainly from large crypto holders, showing early interest in the platform. Plasma is targeting the growing stablecoin market, currently valued at $280 billion, by providing the infrastructure needed to handle large volumes and reduce transaction costs.

Bitcoin's price dropped 8% this month, causing some investors to accuse the crypto exchange Binance of market manipulation. An analyst suggests Binance is using a third party to sell off Bitcoin and Solana, potentially to lower the price and profit from futures liquidations. They further claim that Binance's Solana sales may be aimed at reducing competition with their own token, BNB, and that Binance might be using customer funds for these trades, similar to what happened with FTX. The analyst anticipates a market recovery after an initial panic sell-off, especially with expected interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve next month.

Blockchain investigator ZachXBT criticized Ripple (XRP) holders, stating he doesn't support them because he believes they provide exit liquidity for insiders. He argues that XRP's supply is heavily controlled, preventing fair growth, and that the XRP community acts like a cult, focusing on hype and price promotion instead of technological innovation. ZachXBT compared XRP to MLM chains and pyramid schemes, where early insiders profit while late retail buyers lose. He believes the XRP community prioritizes aggressive promotion over creating long-term value, hindering the crypto industry's progress. His comments have sparked debate within the crypto community regarding the utility and future of XRP.

Bitcoin's illiquid supply on the Binance exchange has reached a record high, meaning a large amount of Bitcoin is being held in wallets and not actively traded. This scarcity of available Bitcoin could push the price towards $150,000 by the end of 2025. However, the low liquid supply also makes Bitcoin vulnerable to price drops if large holders sell off their coins. Analysts note that Bitcoin's current situation is a "fragile bull run," supported by long-term holders but at risk of volatility from sudden sales. If the liquid supply of Bitcoin increases due to selling, the price could decline to between $90,000 and $100,000. Currently Bitcoin is trading at $109,286, down 3% in the last 24 hours.

DeFi lending has surged, exceeding $40 billion in active borrowing across several protocols, marking a two-year high. This growth is fueled by users depositing stablecoins like USDT and USDC, which constitute over 70% of deposits, into lending platforms to earn yields, effectively using crypto as a savings account. These deposits are then borrowed by traders for leveraged trading activities. Stablecoin inflows have been significant, with the stablecoin index increasing nearly 10% in six weeks, pushing the market cap close to $290 billion. Solana has seen substantial stablecoin supply increases, mirroring broader market liquidity shifts. Aave dominates the lending space with $28.3 billion borrowed, followed by Morpho and Spark. Deposit rates vary, with some platforms like Lido offering around 2.66% APY and others, such as Ethena, offering higher yields around 9.45% APY. Borrowing costs range from 5% to 9% annually. The increased borrowing activity is reflected in rising open interest in futures and derivatives markets, indicating leveraged trading. This trend benefits lending platforms and demonstrates a shift towards DeFi lending as a viable option for earning interest on crypto holdings.

Shiba Inu's price has recovered above $0.00001 after a large purchase by a whale, a term for investors with significant holdings. Over three days, this whale withdrew 204.3 billion SHIB tokens from the Coinbase exchange. This activity seems to have calmed market anxieties and improved the token's technical indicators, such as its Relative Strength Index climbing to 47 and its movement above the nine-day moving average. The increase in price and confidence has analysts suggesting that with continued whale activity and market stability, Shiba Inu could potentially reach $0.0001 during the current market cycle.

Google is expected to receive a fine from the European Union for anti-competitive practices within its advertising technology business. This penalty follows a four-year investigation triggered by a complaint from the European Publishers Council, alleging Google favored its own advertising services over competitors. While the fine's exact amount is not yet public, it's expected to be less than the previous record fine of 4.3 billion euros imposed on Google in 2018. The EU's focus is reportedly on stopping Google's anti-competitive actions rather than imposing extremely large fines. The EU is not expected to force Google to sell off parts of its ad tech business. Google's advertising revenue, including from search, reached $264 billion last year, representing 75.6% of its total revenue.

Ethereum's price has been relatively stable recently, leading to speculation it could soon reach $5,000. Large investors like whales and institutions, including BlackRock, have been increasing their Ethereum holdings. Notably, even Donald Trump has a significant portion of his crypto portfolio in Ethereum. On-chain data shows money flowing into Ethereum, and historically, a strong September can lead to price increases in the following months. Technically, a break above $4,530 could lead to further gains, with $5,000 as a potential target. However, when adjusted for inflation, Ethereum's real all-time high is closer to $5,800, suggesting further potential upside.

The Tron network has approved a 60% reduction in transaction fees following a community vote, aiming to boost user participation and ecosystem growth. This decision was prompted by rising TRX prices, which doubled since the start of 2024, leading to higher transaction costs, especially for USDT stablecoin transactions. While Tron founder Justin Sun acknowledges this move might initially decrease network profitability, he anticipates increased user activity and transaction volumes will ultimately lead to greater long-term benefits. The Tron Super Representative community will regularly review network fees every quarter, considering TRX price fluctuations, network activity, and growth rates to maintain a competitive and sustainable fee structure. The fee reduction, the largest since Tron's inception in 2017, is scheduled to take effect on August 26, 2025.

Chainlink (LINK) has recently experienced a significant price increase and is now consolidating near the $26.60 resistance level. If LINK breaks through this level, it could trigger another price surge. However, analysts also suggest the possibility of a price correction. Should LINK fall below a certain support level, it could present a buying opportunity for traders. Another analysis indicates that LINK has rebounded from a support zone, signaling renewed market strength. Buyers are aiming to retest the $24.30 resistance level, and a successful breakout could lead to a continued upward trend.

President Trump is attempting to block Lisa Cook from resuming her role as a Federal Reserve Governor, a move being challenged in court. Trump claims he fired her for cause based on allegations that she misrepresented information on mortgage applications. Cook denies these allegations. The judge is considering whether Trump had the authority to dismiss her and whether her due process rights were violated. The outcome could impact the Federal Reserve's independence from political influence, a principle upheld for over a century. The judge will rule before the Fed's next policy meeting on September 17th, where Cook would vote on interest rates. Her absence impacts financial markets as the Fed has been holding interest rates steady, despite Trump's desire for cuts.

Bitcoin faced potential downward pressure as large amounts of Bitcoin were moved onto the Binance exchange, a move often associated with large investors, or whales, selling off their holdings. Despite a slight recovery attempt during the week, data suggested whales might be interested in pushing the price down further. However, there were also signs of increased buying activity from whales, with buy orders exceeding sell orders on major exchanges like Binance, OKX, and Coinbase, leading to some positive price momentum. Earlier in the week, a significant amount of leveraged Bitcoin positions were liquidated, with more short positions at risk of liquidation if the price increased. Looking ahead to September, potential interest rate cuts and a new crypto mining company associated with the Trump family going public could influence Bitcoin's direction, although the impact remains uncertain.

TRON (TRX) is currently trading at $0.3389, down from its all-time high. Analysts are watching network activity, which is at a record high with over 2.6 million daily active addresses. If TRX breaks above its all-time high, it could potentially reach a target between $0.48 and $0.52, according to on-chain data. However, this depends on maintaining high network activity. Large USDT transfers on the TRON network by wallets holding over $100 million may signal upcoming market shifts, similar to what happened in August when such transfers preceded a Bitcoin rally. Currently, these large wallets account for a significant portion of daily USDT activity on TRON.

CoinShares, a European crypto asset manager, reported a net profit of $32.4 million for the second quarter, a slight decrease from the previous quarter but a year-over-year increase of 1.9%. This growth was driven by rising digital asset prices, increased institutional investment, and the popularity of physically-backed crypto products. The company's assets under management rose to $3.5 billion, a 26% increase from the previous quarter. CoinShares noted that its spot crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) attracted $170 million in net inflows. Looking ahead, CoinShares plans to list on a US stock exchange, aiming to tap into a larger investor base and benefit from a more favorable regulatory environment for digital assets.

A U.S. appeals court ruled that most of former President Trump's tariffs are illegal, stating that the emergency law used to impose them doesn't grant the power to tax. The tariffs will remain in place until October 14, allowing the government to appeal to the Supreme Court. Trump disagreed with the ruling, stating the tariffs are necessary to protect the U.S. economy and address trade deficits. The court's decision specifically addresses tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) on goods from China, Canada, and Mexico, not tariffs on steel and aluminum. The Justice Department argued that IEEPA allows for trade restrictions, but the court disagreed, noting the law was intended for sanctions and asset freezes, not tariffs. Several lawsuits have challenged the use of IEEPA for tariffs, arguing that Congress holds the power to levy taxes.

Amplify, an asset management firm with $12.6 billion in assets, has filed for a new type of XRP ETF called the XRP Option Income ETF. This ETF will not directly invest in XRP. Instead, it aims to generate income by using options strategies related to XRP ETFs that track the price of XRP. The fund plans to invest at least 80% of its assets in financial instruments connected to XRP, including XRP ETF shares and options on those ETFs. The remaining 20% will be in U.S. Treasuries, cash, or similar investments. The ETF is expected to be listed on the Cboe BZX Exchange and start trading in November. This filing is part of a larger trend with 16 XRP ETF applications currently under review in the U.S., signaling growing interest in XRP-based investment products.

The World Bank has sold $510 million in bonds backed by loans previously given to 57 companies in emerging markets across Asia, South America, and Eastern Europe, spanning sectors like telecommunications, and food and beverage. This marks the Bank's first use of a collateralized loan obligation (CLO) to free up its balance sheet for new loans and transfer credit risk to investors. Goldman Sachs assisted in structuring the deal, with the largest portion, $320 million, rated Aaa by Moody's, paying interest 1.3 percentage points above a market benchmark. The World Bank intends to create an emerging-market securitization platform for future transactions. This strategy aims to expand lending by removing old loans from its balance sheet. The bank wants to hand the exposure to private institutions. Other institutions have securitized emerging-market loans, like Bayfront Infrastructure Capital's $410 million CLO in 2023.

Amdax, a Dutch cryptocurrency firm, has raised $23.3 million in its first funding round to purchase Bitcoin. The company aims to acquire 1% of all Bitcoin that will ever exist, positioning itself as one of the largest corporate Bitcoin holders. Amdax is leveraging its regulatory approvals, including registration with the Dutch Central Bank and a MiCA license, to operate across the European Union. This move reflects a growing trend of companies adding Bitcoin to their balance sheets as a treasury asset, with corporate holdings reaching 3.68 million tokens. While MicroStrategy remains the largest holder, other companies like Metaplanet and Sequans Communications are also investing significantly in Bitcoin. Amdax plans to complete private funding and then go public on Euronext Amsterdam, allowing investors to gain exposure to Bitcoin through the company's stock. The strategy involves market risks due to Bitcoin's price volatility, but Amdax believes in Bitcoin's long-term performance as a store of value.

Investors have voluntarily dropped their class action lawsuit against Strategy Inc., a company known for holding a lot of Bitcoin. The lawsuit was about concerns that Strategy Inc. wasn't clear enough about how new accounting rules for cryptocurrencies would affect its reported Bitcoin holdings. The court dismissed the case 'with prejudice,' meaning the same investors can't file the same lawsuit again. However, other investors still have the option to start their own lawsuits in the future. This stems from ongoing questions about how Strategy reports its large Bitcoin assets, especially as accounting rules for digital assets keep changing.

Plasma, a stablecoin-focused platform backed by Bitfinex, has partnered with EtherFi, a major DeFi protocol. EtherFi will transfer over $500 million in Ethereum staking assets to Plasma's platform to provide liquidity for stablecoin yield strategies. This collaboration allows EtherFi users to use their assets as collateral within Plasma's ecosystem, accessing lending, borrowing, and ETH-backed yield products. The partnership aims to leverage the growing stablecoin market, which currently has a total supply exceeding $280 billion. Plasma is engineered for stablecoin payments and cross-border transactions and offers zero-fee USDT transfers.

The cryptocurrency market experienced a downturn, dropping 4% in the last 24 hours due to disappointing U.S. inflation data, with Bitcoin decreasing by 4% and Ethereum by 6%. The article highlights three altcoins with potential for high returns: Bitcoin Hyper, Maxi Doge, and Snorter Token. Bitcoin Hyper, a layer-two project for Bitcoin, has raised over $12.7 million in its presale and aims to provide DeFi and smart contract capabilities for Bitcoin. Maxi Doge, an ERC-20 meme token, has secured $1.6 million in funding and is focused on building a community of traders with trading competitions and strategy sharing. Snorter Token, a Solana- and Ethereum-based trading bot, has raised $3.5 million in its presale and offers automated sniping and other features, requiring the SNORT token for access. The presales for these tokens are ongoing on their respective official websites.

Elon Musk's AI company, xAI, is suing a former engineer, Xuechen Li, for allegedly stealing confidential information related to their Grok chatbot and taking it to OpenAI. xAI claims Li downloaded and concealed files after accepting a job at OpenAI and selling $7 million in xAI stock. The lawsuit seeks monetary damages and a restraining order to prevent Li from working at OpenAI. Separately, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is launching a system to help companies manage and protect their intellectual property. This registry system, in development since 2013, functions as a secure database containing over 610,000 entries. TSMC has also faced trade secret theft, with three individuals recently indicted for stealing secrets to benefit Tokyo Electron. These events highlight the rising risks of intellectual property theft, especially in the AI and semiconductor industries.

Germany's inflation rate increased to 2.1% in August, exceeding the predicted 2% and rising from July's 1.8%. However, core inflation, excluding energy and food, remained unchanged at 2.7%. The number of unemployed people in Germany rose to 3.025 million, pushing the unemployment rate to 6.4%. New tariffs imposed by the U.S. on European products, now including pharmaceuticals, are negatively impacting German exporters. Germany's GDP shrank by 0.3% in the second quarter after growing 0.3% in the first quarter. The European Central Bank (ECB) held interest rates steady at 2% in July and is expected to do so again in September. Consumer expectations for inflation in the eurozone remain above the ECB's target, with median forecasts at 2.6% for the next 12 months and 2.5% in three years. The ECB's inflation target of 2% appears challenging to reach due to persistent inflation and trade tensions.

Germany and France have responded to U.S. President Trump's threats of tariffs on countries with digital taxes, affirming the EU's right to set its own technology laws. French President Macron stated the EU would respond to any coercion, and German Chancellor Merz emphasized the EU's digital oversight is for its own interest and not subject to external approval. EU officials warned of potential trade consequences if the U.S. continues to challenge the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and Digital Services Act (DSA). The EU refuted claims that the DSA is a censorship tool, citing data showing appeals against content removals are often successful. Macron suggested the EU might consider countermeasures against the U.S. digital sector, while members of the European Parliament insisted they would not rewrite EU laws under pressure.

XRP experienced a price drop of 6% on Friday, reaching a low of around $2.77, influenced by a broader downturn in the crypto market. This drop resulted in approximately $22.7 million in liquidations for leveraged traders, mainly those holding long positions. Despite the price decrease, there's renewed institutional interest in XRP. Asset manager Amplify has filed with the SEC to offer an XRP option income ETF, planning to invest at least 80% of its capital in XRP-related financial instruments. CME Group has also reported high demand for its XRP futures, which quickly surpassed $1 billion in volume. However, market analyst Peter Brandt suggests that XRP may face further price corrections, potentially dropping to $2.39 if it fails to maintain support around $2.78. A bearish trend could be negated if XRP consistently closes above a falling logarithmic trend and reclaims its 50-day Moving Average as support.

Grayscale has filed with the SEC to create exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for Polkadot and Cardano, following initial filings in February 2025. The Polkadot ETF, under the ticker DOT, will trade on Nasdaq and track the CoinDesk DOT CCIXber Reference Rate. The Cardano ETF, under the ticker GADA, will list on NYSE Arca and follow the CoinDesk Cardano Price Index. Both ETFs will hold the respective cryptocurrencies in custody at Coinbase and will not use leverage or derivatives. These filings are part of a broader trend among issuers like VanEck and Bitwise to offer ETFs based on cryptocurrencies beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Gumi, a Japanese gaming and blockchain company, is investing heavily in cryptocurrency to expand its blockchain business. The company has launched a 2.5 billion yen (approximately $17 million) XRP treasury to strengthen its role in cross-border payments and international money transfers. This XRP acquisition is part of a broader strategy to enhance its blockchain-related financial services. Earlier in 2025, Gumi also acquired 1 billion yen (about $6.7 million) worth of Bitcoin for staking and to grow its digital assets. Gumi plans to keep an eye on the market value of its cryptocurrency holdings and will report any significant effects on its financial results. The XRP purchase is planned to occur between September 2025 and February 2026.

Bitcoin's price is currently around $108,410, a decrease of 3.1% in the last 24 hours. Eric Trump predicts Bitcoin will reach $1 million, citing its limited supply and growing demand. Dutch crypto firm Amdax aims to accumulate 1% of the total Bitcoin supply, valued at over $23 billion, through its new treasury vehicle. Strategy, a major corporate Bitcoin holder, won a lawsuit, allowing them to focus on expanding their $68 billion Bitcoin holdings. Technically, Bitcoin faces support at $108,400 and resistance at $111,000; breaking above $111,000 could lead to further gains, while failing to hold $107,800 could result in deeper losses. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), a new Layer 2 solution, combines Bitcoin security with Solana's speed and has raised over $12.7 million in its presale.

Shiba Inu's price has been stable recently, trading between $0.00001345 and $0.00001190 during August. However, a technical analysis suggests that Shiba Inu might be ready for a significant price increase. The analysis points to a pattern where Shiba Inu has historically experienced large price jumps after periods of little movement. If this pattern continues, the price could increase by 650%, reaching $0.00009, potentially a new all-time high. This projection is based on previous price surges and their average increase applied to the current market situation. The key to this increase is a surge in demand, which would drive the price upwards. Currently, Shiba Inu is trading at $0.00001236, down 3.8% in the last 24 hours.

BitMine, a publicly traded company, has been aggressively buying Ethereum (ETH) and has become the largest publicly traded Ethereum treasury firm in the world. Starting June 30, 2025, BitMine acquired over 1.7 million ETH, worth approximately $8.8 billion including cash reserves. This buying spree is part of a plan led by chairman Tom Lee to acquire 5% of Ethereum's circulating supply, which would be around $27 billion worth. The company's accumulation has increased investor interest, with its NAV per share rising from $22.84 in July to $39.84 by the end of August. While MicroStrategy remains the largest crypto treasury holder overall with Bitcoin, BitMine's significant Ethereum holdings now make it the second-largest corporate crypto holder globally, surpassing other miners and firms with crypto treasuries.

Chainlink's price saw a minimal increase of less than 2% despite announcing a partnership with the U.S. Commerce Department to deliver economic data to blockchains. This is in contrast to Pyth Network, which experienced a price surge of over 100% after a similar announcement. The muted reaction to Chainlink's news is attributed to the market viewing it as an extension of Chainlink's existing role as a leading oracle network, rather than a groundbreaking development, unlike Pyth's deal. Data shows a decrease in Chainlink's open interest in futures contracts, a weakening of net buying flows, and a flattening of the Money Flow Index, indicating reduced buying pressure following the announcement. Chainlink's price is currently around $23, with $26.04 identified as a key resistance level and $23 as an important support level.

Solana's price is showing positive signs, suggesting it could rise further. The price has been stable around $210, which is now a key level. If it stays above this, the next targets are $240, $260, and potentially $275. A large amount of Solana, worth almost $4 billion, was previously bought around $180, creating strong support at that level. This makes $180 another important price to watch, as it should prevent a large drop. The technical analysis suggests Solana has broken out of a pattern and could head towards $300 if the current momentum continues. Traders see capital flowing into Solana, indicating it's performing well compared to other cryptocurrencies.

CoinShares, a European crypto investment firm, is planning to expand into the U.S. market by potentially acquiring Valkyrie Funds, a company that specializes in crypto Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). The deal includes an option for CoinShares to buy Valkyrie Funds and a brand licensing agreement for the Valkyrie Bitcoin Fund. This move is aimed at giving CoinShares a strong presence in the U.S., particularly in the crypto ETF market. The deal is subject to approval by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Valkyrie's CEO believes this partnership will help both companies grow and innovate in the digital asset market. The option to acquire Valkyrie Funds will be active until March 31, 2024.

China's National Petroleum Corporation (NPC) is exploring the use of stablecoins for international payments, focusing on Hong Kong's regulatory framework as a potential model. A stablecoin exchange system in Shenzhen is already processing over 100,000 Hong Kong dollar and digital yuan swaps daily. China is also considering launching its own yuan-backed stablecoins to promote international use of its currency. Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin is gaining popularity in Singapore, supported by Tazapay's recent funding round where Ripple participated. Tazapay, a fintech company with over $10 billion in annual payment volume and a 300% year-over-year growth, offers virtual bank accounts and stablecoin transactions, further boosting RLUSD adoption. RLUSD has also launched in Japan and is nearing the top 100 crypto assets by market capitalization.

Solana's price is predicted to increase significantly due to a technical indicator called a "golden cross" appearing on its price chart, which historically signals strong future gains. In addition, institutional investors like Galaxy Digital, Multicoin Capital, and Pantera Capital are planning to invest a total of $3 billion in Solana. Solana has broken above a key resistance level of $205, now acting as support, potentially leading to further price increases. If the bullish trend continues, Solana could reach $300, and potentially its previous all-time high, with targets of $500 and $1,000 being discussed, offering a possible 400% gain in about 6 months. The meme coin Wall Street Pepe ($WEPE), is also expanding to the Solana blockchain, offering incentives for holders to join.

Chris Giancarlo, the former head of the CFTC, believes stablecoins have the potential to replace failing traditional currencies, especially in countries with economic instability. He highlights that the creation of many new dollars in recent years is unsustainable and could lead to the downfall of the dollar as a reserve currency, making stablecoins a crucial alternative. Giancarlo envisions stablecoins providing a 24/7 global money transfer system, filling a gap in traditional finance. While expecting challenges during the transition, he hopes governments will focus on regulating and clarifying the stablecoin sector. The GENIUS Act, which seeks to regulate stablecoins as a means of payment, has faced criticism, with some arguing it doesn't offer enough protection and citing historical concerns about private banks issuing currencies without proper backing.

Tether has changed its plan regarding its USDT stablecoin on several older blockchain networks like Bitcoin Cash, Kusama, EOS, and Algorand. Instead of freezing USDT tokens on these networks, Tether will now classify them as unsupported. Users can still move their USDT tokens across wallets on these networks, but Tether will no longer create new USDT or allow users to redeem USDT on these platforms. The original plan, announced in June, was to freeze all USDT on these blockchains starting September 1, 2025, which received criticism. Tether decided to change course, allowing these low-volume chains to wind down without locking users out of their assets. This announcement comes a day after Tether revealed plans to issue USDT natively on Bitcoin using the RGB protocol. USDT is primarily used on Ethereum and Tron, with over $80 billion on each, and also has a presence on Solana and other networks. This shift signifies Tether's focus on platforms with higher usage and its expansion into Bitcoin.

Tether, the company behind the USDT stablecoin, is launching USDT on RGB, a new protocol built on the Bitcoin network. This will allow users to transact with USDT directly on Bitcoin, aiming for more private and scalable transactions. Tether also plans to expand into the United States following recent regulatory developments and has hired Bo Hines, a former White House official, to lead this effort. The company reported a $4.9 billion profit in the second quarter, a 277% increase year-over-year, with total reserves of $162.5 billion against $157 billion in liabilities.

The cryptocurrency HYPE, associated with the Hyperliquid exchange and blockchain, is facing a significant token unlock event on November 29th. This unlock will release approximately 238 million HYPE tokens, representing about 23.8% of the total supply, which are currently allocated to core contributors. If distributed evenly, around 9.9 million HYPE tokens could enter the market monthly. At the current price of $45, this equates to roughly $446 million of potential selling pressure each month, continuing until late 2027.

Hyperliquid (HYPE) has become a significant player in the decentralized derivatives market, capturing nearly 80% of the market share. The platform has processed over $200 billion in trading volume recently. Unlike many DeFi protocols, Hyperliquid launched its $HYPE token directly to the public market, without initial venture capital funding. This was intended to provide fair access and promote organic growth. A key feature of Hyperliquid is its cross-chain deposit functionality, which allows users to deposit assets from various blockchains, including Bitcoin. This functionality and strong liquidity are contributing to Hyperliquid's growing adoption and challenging the dominance of centralized exchanges like Binance, with Hyperliquid's volume relative to Binance increasing significantly.

Valour Inc. has launched a Shiba Inu (SHIB) exchange-traded product (ETP) on Sweden's Spotlight Stock Market, providing European investors, particularly in the Nordic region (Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland), with regulated access to the cryptocurrency. This ETP, denominated in Swedish Krona (SEK), allows investors to gain exposure to Shiba Inu through traditional brokerage accounts like Avanza and Nordnet, eliminating the need for direct crypto exchange purchases or storage. The SHIB ETP mirrors the price performance of the Shiba Inu token and carries a 1.9% management fee. The launch aims to simplify crypto investment for traditional and institutional investors, potentially increasing SHIB's presence in the investment world and drawing in institutional investment, a long-awaited move by the Shiba Inu community.

A recent report indicates that Ukraine is losing billions of dollars in potential government revenue due to crimes involving cryptocurrencies. Experts suggest that with proper regulation of the crypto market, Ukraine could recover approximately $10 billion. Criminals, including corrupt officials and even the Russian military, are exploiting the country's unregulated crypto environment for illicit activities. The lack of a comprehensive legal framework for digital currencies prevents effective law enforcement and tax collection, costing the Ukrainian budget significantly. While Ukraine passed a law on virtual assets in early 2022, its implementation is pending amendments to the tax code. As part of its EU accession process, Ukraine is expected to align its crypto legislation with EU rules, including the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulation. Specific risks in Ukraine include over-the-counter (OTC) crypto activities, the use of crypto to purchase sanctioned goods for Russia, and money mule schemes. These schemes, where individuals unknowingly lend their bank accounts for money laundering, are estimated to cost the state budget around $24 million per month. Improved oversight, particularly of OTC desks, is deemed crucial for Ukraine to recover funds and maintain good standing with international partners. Russian actors are also reportedly using OTC platforms and social media to facilitate illicit activities, such as selling drugs to Ukrainian soldiers for crypto.

The total value of the stablecoin market has exceeded $280 billion, with an increase of approximately $2.8 billion in the past week. Ethena's USDe stablecoin has shown significant growth, increasing its market capitalization by over 200% since August 2024.

Issuers are moving forward with plans to launch Solana ETFs by filing amended S-1 forms with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These filings represent a step towards potentially offering investment vehicles that track the price of Solana, making it easier for investors to gain exposure to the cryptocurrency without directly holding it.

The Ethereum Foundation has temporarily stopped accepting new grant applications. This pause is to allow the Foundation to reorganize its Ecosystem Support Program (ESP) and focus on achieving long-term strategic goals for the Ethereum network. In 2024, the Foundation awarded $3 million to 105 projects related to developer tools, research, and community development. The Foundation wants to shift from simply reacting to grant requests to actively supporting the most important needs of the Ethereum ecosystem. Current grant recipients will continue to receive their funding during this period. The Foundation will announce a new approach to its grant program in the future.

Stellar (XLM) is currently trading around $0.373 and faces a potential drop to the $0.33-$0.35 range, which is considered a key support level. Analysts indicate that failure to hold this level could lead to a further decline towards $0.28. Trading volume has decreased, signaling reduced demand and indecision among traders. Technical indicators show the asset is nearing oversold conditions, potentially leading to a short-term price bounce. However, the overall momentum remains bearish, and a recovery requires reclaiming the $0.41 level. The immediate outlook hinges on whether Stellar can maintain its current support levels.

Tether has changed its plan regarding USDT on older blockchains like EOS and Algorand. Instead of freezing USDT on these networks, which would have stopped all activity, Tether will now classify them as 'unsupported'. This means users can still transfer USDT between wallets on these blockchains, but Tether will no longer officially back or support them. Tether will also stop creating or redeeming USDT on these older networks. This decision was made after feedback from users and developers who were concerned about the impact of a freeze. Tether is now focusing on issuing USDT on more active and secure blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The company aims to reduce operational burdens and avoid potential reputation problems by shifting away from these less used blockchains.

Digital asset treasury companies (DATs) are increasingly common, with almost $22 billion raised this year. These companies, which hold digital assets as a core strategy, are moving beyond simply holding assets and are now actively seeking higher yields through strategies borrowed from traditional finance and decentralized finance (DeFi). This includes staking, liquid staking, restaking, and DeFi protocols, generating returns from 3-10% APY. Some DATs are also using traditional finance methods like issuing convertible notes and selling covered call options. While these strategies aim to differentiate companies in a crowded market and increase profitability, they also introduce risks, including potential volatility if companies are forced to sell assets during downturns. Some DATs are trading below their net asset value, and a market downturn could exacerbate this, potentially leading to mergers, buybacks, or forced liquidations if companies have taken on too much debt. A hack of restaking protocols could also trigger significant sell-offs. The DATs that succeed will be those that can sustainably generate higher returns through innovative yield strategies, as these will be more attractive to investors than simpler investment options.

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued a warning to banks and financial institutions regarding Chinese money laundering networks that are moving illicit funds, including money from Mexican drug cartels. FinCEN reviewed over 137,000 Bank Secrecy Act reports from January 2020 to December 2024, identifying $312 billion in suspicious transactions linked to these networks. An additional $53.7 billion in suspected activity was flagged in 17,389 reports related to the real estate sector. These networks facilitate the transfer of US dollars from cartels to buyers in China, often using trade-based schemes and other methods to conceal the source of funds. These networks are also connected to other crimes, including human trafficking and healthcare fraud. Despite the focus on cryptocurrency in money laundering discussions, the data suggests that a much larger amount of illicit money is moved through traditional banking systems.

The article discusses the potential of various meme coins as investment opportunities, particularly for 2025. While Dogecoin showed a recent price increase, the article suggests focusing on meme coins with stronger utility and structure. Pepeto, an Ethereum-based meme coin with a live exchange called PepetoSwap, cross-chain bridge, and staking options with potential APY of up to 237%, is highlighted as a promising option due to its active development on the mainnet, audits by SolidProof and Coinsult, and a growing community. Its presale price is $0.000000149. The article mentions Myro on Solana, ApeCoin, and SUNDOG as alternative meme coins, but notes their respective weaknesses: Myro lacking solid products, ApeCoin's unclear utility and declining value, and SUNDOG's thin use case. The article concludes that Pepeto, with its working tools, funding, and community, presents a potentially lucrative early investment opportunity. The presale is ongoing at pepeto.io.

BlackRock's Ethereum ETF (ETHA) experienced significant investor interest, recording $1.244 billion in inflows between August 18-22, second only to Vanguard's S&P 500 ETF. This surge contributes to the nearly $10 billion accumulated by Ethereum ETFs since July, reversing earlier negative flows. Market trends suggest a shift from Bitcoin to Ethereum, with Bitcoin ETFs seeing outflows while Ethereum ETFs attracted substantial inflows in August. Ethereum's spot trading volume also reached a new monthly record of $135 billion. Corporate Ethereum treasuries increased significantly, rising from $2.3 billion to $19.1 billion between June 1 and August 29, signaling increased institutional adoption of Ethereum as a treasury asset.

Hyperliquid's (HYPE) price has dropped from nearly $50 to around $42-$43, a critical support level. If it stays above this level, it could rebound towards $47-$50. However, failing to hold could lead to a further decline towards $38, or even $30-$20. Some analysts point to a Wyckoff distribution pattern, suggesting potential weakness due to upcoming token unlocks worth $500 million per month, which could increase supply and lower the price. On the other hand, valuation metrics like the Supply-Weighted P/E ratio indicate that HYPE might be undervalued, especially with rising revenues. Strong revenues, trading volumes, and buybacks support a potential rebound if the $42-$43 support holds, but the token unlocks pose a risk.

The article highlights Ethereum's central role in the crypto space, suggesting it's the foundation for many new developments. One company, SharpLink Gaming, is investing in Ethereum, believing it's crucial for the future of finance. Ethereum recently hit its 2021 high but experienced a setback, which is common during breakouts as traders adjust their positions. Analysts suggest that consistent weekly closes above the previous all-time high are needed to confirm a real breakout. Despite current market pressures, some analysts predict Ethereum could reach $10,000 in this cycle, although a short-term price correction may occur first. September is often a slow month for crypto, potentially offering a good opportunity to buy before a possible surge in late 2025. However, a strong performance by Ethereum in September could signal even faster growth, making the $10,000 target achievable sooner.

The Solana Policy Institute donated $500,000 to the legal defense funds of Tornado Cash co-founders Roman Storm and Alexey Pertsev. Storm and Pertsev face charges related to conspiracy to commit money laundering and sanctions violations for their roles in developing the cryptocurrency privacy protocol, Tornado Cash. Storm was convicted in the U.S., and Pertsev was found guilty in the Netherlands. Their cases have garnered significant attention from the crypto community, with Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and the Ethereum Foundation also contributing substantial funds to their defense. The cases of Samourai Wallet founders, Keonne Rodriguez and William Lonergan Hill, who pleaded guilty to operating an unlicensed money transmitting business, are also mentioned, highlighting the broader debate over privacy-enhancing crypto tools and potential government overreach. The Solana Policy Institute and other supporters believe prosecuting developers for creating neutral tools sets a dangerous precedent.

The S&P 500 decreased by 0.64% to 6,460.26 on Friday but still recorded its fourth consecutive month of gains. The Nasdaq fell 1.15% to 21,455.55, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined by 0.20%, closing at 45,544.88. Nvidia's stock dropped more than 3% despite strong earnings reports, while Alibaba's U.S.-listed shares increased by approximately 13%. The Core PCE inflation reading rose to 2.9% in July, the highest since February. Caterpillar's shares fell by more than 3% after warning of potential losses due to President Trump's tariff plans. Gold futures increased by about 31%, reaching nearly $3,473.

A former Indian politician, Nalin Kotadiya, and thirteen others have been sentenced to life in prison for their roles in a 2018 Bitcoin extortion case. The case involved the kidnapping of a businessman from Surat, Shailesh Bhatt, and the extortion of 200 Bitcoins, valued at approximately 12 crore at the time, along with a ransom demand of 32 crore. Bhatt was lured by individuals posing as CBI agents and then abducted by police officers using official vehicles. The investigation, triggered by Bhatt's complaint, revealed a network of corruption involving police officers, a lawyer, a CBI inspector, and ultimately, Kotadiya, who went into hiding before being arrested. The court's decision marks a significant step against corruption involving cryptocurrency and high-profile individuals.

Ethena (ENA) is holding steady at around $0.65, with some experts predicting a possible surge in value due to the increasing popularity of its USDe synthetic dollar platform. Crypto expert Arthur Hayes suggests ENA could potentially increase 50 times by 2028 if the stablecoin market expands as expected. Technically, ENA has strong support around $0.65, and breaking above the $0.70-$0.72 range could lead to further gains. Ethena's fundamentals are also strong, with over $11 billion locked in the platform and significant revenue generation. However, price predictions vary, with some analysts forecasting a rise to around $1.69 by 2025, while others are more conservative. Investors are advised to watch the $0.65 support level and the $0.72-$0.75 resistance levels to gauge future price movements. ENA is considered a potentially solid DeFi investment due to its growing adoption and strategic product offerings.

Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) is currently priced around $0.02920, experiencing a 4.30% decrease in the last 24 hours. The token is maintaining a critical support level between $0.028 and $0.030, which is considered a key area for potential price stability. Analysts suggest that holding this support could trigger an upward movement, especially given the presence of nearly $350,000 in short liquidations around $0.0310. A successful break above $0.033 to $0.035 could lead to a rally towards $0.043, while a drop below $0.028 may push the price down to around $0.025. The recent global launch of the Pudgy Party game on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store is expected to increase the visibility and demand for PENGU, potentially acting as a catalyst for price appreciation.

Despite a recent cooling in the real-world asset (RWA) sector, Chainlink (LINK), Ondo (ONDO), and Maple Finance (SYRUP) are highlighted as RWA altcoins to watch in September. Chainlink's credibility is reinforced by a partnership with the US Department of Commerce, with on-chain data showing whales accumulating LINK. Ondo is noted for bridging real-world assets on-chain, with whale activity and technical analysis suggesting a potential bullish reversal. Maple Finance's Syrup token demonstrates consistent gains and strong on-chain data, indicating a supply squeeze and continued buyer interest.

Arbitrum (ARB) has seen significant inflows, attracting $872 million this week, making it the leading chain in terms of capital influx. The current price of ARB is around $0.50, a decrease of 3.59% in the last 24 hours. A key support level to watch is the $0.46 to $0.47 range; holding above this level could push the price towards $0.55 and potentially $0.60. However, a major token unlock is scheduled for September 16th, where 92.65 million ARB tokens (worth approximately $48 million) will be released, potentially increasing volatility and creating downward pressure on the price.

BlackRock, a large investment firm, has recently moved millions of dollars worth of Bitcoin shortly after purchasing over a billion dollars worth of Bitcoin and Ethereum for its exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Data shows BlackRock's cryptocurrency portfolio is valued at nearly $99 billion, with Bitcoin making up the majority at $82.43 billion and Ethereum at $16.51 billion. The Bitcoin transactions involved moving batches of 300 BTC, worth $33.5 million each, to various addresses. These moves followed BlackRock's purchase of 4,428 BTC ($526 million) and 105,900 ETH ($488 million) on August 14, and subsequent purchases of crypto assets. While Bitcoin ETFs saw outflows, Ethereum ETFs experienced significant inflows, attracting $4 billion in August. BlackRock's Ethereum ETF holds over half of the market share, with $17.2 billion in assets. Ethereum ETFs are gaining traction, surpassing Bitcoin ETFs in daily flows as institutional demand for Ethereum increases.

The price of XRP has recently decreased by 5.35%, trading around $2.82. Market analysts are closely watching the $2.80-$2.76 range as a critical support level. Holding above this level could lead to a rebound towards $3.00, while falling below it might cause a further drop to around $2.60. Daily trading volume has increased to $6.7 billion, indicating strong investor interest despite the price drop. A Ripple co-founder transferred 50 million XRP, worth about $140 million, potentially contributing to selling pressure. The market is optimistic due to regulatory clarity from the SEC lawsuit and potential for a spot XRP ETF. Analysts predict that the price of XRP could range from $3.50 to $5.00 by 2025, depending on institutional adoption.

DeFi Development Corp. significantly increased its investment in Solana by purchasing 407,247 SOL tokens for $77 million on August 28, 2025, bringing their total holdings to 1.83 million SOL tokens, valued at $371 million. The company funded this acquisition through an equity raise, indicating a long-term investment strategy. The company intends to stake these newly acquired tokens to generate revenue. Furthermore, DeFi Development Corp. is expanding globally by launching DFDV UK, a Solana-focused treasury vehicle, through the acquisition of Cykel AI, to increase Solana's adoption in the UK and beyond. The company plans to develop five additional treasury vehicles to further support Solana's global adoption.