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Hyperliquid RWA Trading Surges as HYPE ETF Inflows Slow
Hyperliquid's tokenized real-world asset trading hit $213B in Q2 2026, now making up nearly a third of platform activity, but HYPE ETF inflows have cooled as U.S. competition and regulatory hurdles intensify
Physical Crypto Thefts Top $30M in 2026 as France Faces Surge
Over $30 million in cryptocurrency was forcibly stolen in the first half of 2026, with France experiencing a sharp rise in violent attacks linked to leaked tax data and targeted family incidents
Visa Expands Stablecoin Payouts to 195 Countries With Zerohash
Visa is integrating stablecoin prefunding and payouts into Visa Direct, enabling businesses to move funds onchain to over 18 billion endpoints worldwide as regulatory and liquidity challenges shape adoption
Coinbase Launches 24/5 US Stock Trading for UK Users
Coinbase now offers eligible UK users 24/5 access to nearly 4,000 US stocks with zero-commission trading and fractional shares, expanding its platform beyond crypto and signaling a push into mainstream financial services.
EIP-8361 Proposes Off-Chain Proofs for Ethereum Transaction Validation
A draft Ethereum proposal would let transactions include off-chain STARK proofs, aiming to reduce node validation costs for complex smart accounts. The change could affect wallets, clients, and developers if adopted, but is not yet a consensus rule.
Russia Moves to Regulate Crypto Trading With New National Law
Russia's new crypto law, effective September 2026, will require exchanges, brokers, and depositories to obtain licenses and comply with strict oversight. Retail investors face annual purchase limits and knowledge tests, while crypto payments remain banned.
Stablecoins Move Beyond Trading as Arc Targets AI and Payments
Stablecoins like USDC are evolving from trading tools to programmable payment infrastructure, enabling automated transactions for AI agents, Web3 apps, and tokenized real-world assets across global markets
Circle Expands USDC Strategy as Stablecoin Use Cases Multiply
Circle is shifting from stablecoin issuance to building digital dollar infrastructure, as USDC circulation rises and demand grows for blockchain-based payments, settlements, and real-world asset tokenization
Circle Arc Aims to Redefine Stablecoin Infrastructure With USDC Focus
Circle Arc is designed to move USDC beyond trading and payments, targeting institutional-grade compliance, settlement, and real-world asset tokenization as stablecoins evolve into core financial infrastructure
Gold Rallies on Chinese ETF Demand as Bitcoin Stagnates Near $64K
Gold surged to a six-week high as Chinese gold ETFs saw sustained inflows, while Bitcoin remained rangebound near $64,000 despite record U.S. equity markets and shifting investor sentiment.
Solana Validators Push for Major Increase in Daily SOL Burns
A new Solana governance proposal could raise daily SOL token burns by up to 14 times and speed up the network's disinflation schedule, tightening supply if approved by validators
How Strategy's Bitcoin Buys Shape Market Liquidity and Sentiment
Large Bitcoin purchases by Strategy can tighten supply and influence market sentiment, but their true impact depends on execution, liquidity, and broader trading conditions-not just headline numbers or social media signals.
On-Chain Options Aim to Transform Crypto Market Liquidity
On-chain options are emerging as a new tool for managing risk in crypto, but thin liquidity and infrastructure gaps mean they remain a fraction of the $21B daily perpetuals market
Ethereum Reward Cut Proposal Threatens DeFi Leverage Strategies
A proposed 54% reduction in Ethereum staking rewards could disrupt leveraged DeFi strategies, force repricing across liquid staking tokens, and reduce demand for ETH borrowing, raising new risks for users and protocols
TRON's Stablecoin Surge Draws Institutional Finance to Blockchain
TRON's growing stablecoin activity and on-chain settlements are attracting institutional platforms like Anchorage Digital, signaling a shift from crypto trading to broader financial infrastructure and custody services
How Exodus Wallet Puts Crypto Users in Control of Their Keys
Exodus Wallet offers self-custody for over 275 cryptocurrencies, supporting staking, swaps, and NFT management across desktop and mobile. Users retain full control of their private keys and recovery phrases, with no access for Exodus itself.
Intesa Sanpaolo Slashes Bitcoin ETF, Triples Staked ETH Amid Outflows
Italy's largest bank cut its iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF position by 94% in Q2 2026, while tripling its staked Ethereum ETF exposure, as both assets faced steep price declines and U.S. spot crypto ETFs saw nearly $5 billion in net outflows
AI Threatens Bitcoin Custody Security Before Quantum Computing Arrives
AI is accelerating the discovery of vulnerabilities in Bitcoin custody systems, raising new risks for cold storage and hardware wallets even as Bitcoin's core cryptography remains unbroken
US Treasury Reserve Drain Raises Bitcoin Liquidity Concerns
A sharp $77.6 billion drop in US bank reserves and a higher Treasury borrowing estimate are putting Bitcoin's liquidity under the microscope as funding pressures ripple through financial markets
Dinari Brings Tokenized S&P 500 Stocks to US Crypto Wallets
Dinari now lets eligible US investors trade 724 tokenized US stocks, including the full S&P 500, directly from self-custody wallets using USDC across four blockchains, expanding access to tokenized equities for retail users
CME Blocks Nasdaq's Bitcoin Options Amid Regulatory Power Struggle
Nasdaq's plan to launch Bitcoin index options is on hold as CME Group challenges the SEC's approval, raising questions about whether crypto options fall under securities or commodities rules and who controls their listing and clearing
Sphere 3D Prepares Major Share Dilution Amid Cash Shortfall
Bitcoin miner Sphere 3D is moving to authorize up to $10.3 million in new stock sales, a step that could dilute existing shareholders by more than 50% as the company faces mounting liquidity pressures and going-concern warnings.
Bitcoin Sinks Despite U.S. Regulatory Wins and Institutional Access
U.S. policy shifts removed legal barriers for crypto and expanded institutional access, but Bitcoin's price halved as demand from ETFs and corporate treasuries failed to keep pace with supply.
American Bitcoin Pledges 38% of BTC Reserves for Mining Equipment
American Bitcoin has committed nearly 40% of its Bitcoin holdings as collateral for mining hardware purchases, exposing the company to both market volatility and operational timing risks as redemption windows approach
HYPE ETFs Face $30M Outflow Streak as Investor Demand Stalls
Hyperliquid's HYPE ETFs saw $29.8 million in net outflows over 12 trading days, with no new investor inflows, raising questions about the staying power of early demand and the resilience of crypto-linked ETF products
CLARITY Crypto Bill Faces Steep Odds as Key U.S. Leaders Exit
The departure of top U.S. crypto policy officials from Treasury, the White House, SEC, and Senate leaves the CLARITY Act with just a 27% chance of passing, raising new uncertainty for digital asset regulation and market structure
Gate Card vs Bybit Card: Crypto Payment Fees, Cashback, and Limits Compared
Gate Card and Bybit Card let users spend crypto for daily purchases, but their cashback rates, fees, and spending limits differ. Here's how the two cards stack up for U.S. and global users seeking practical crypto payment options
Top Cryptocurrencies for Beginners: What to Watch in 2026
A practical guide to choosing beginner-friendly cryptocurrencies in 2026, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins, with a focus on liquidity, security, and platform access for U.S. users
How Gate P2P Enables Zero-Fee Crypto Trading With Fiat Worldwide
Gate P2P lets users buy and sell crypto directly with fiat currencies using over 450 payment methods, offering zero platform fees and escrow protection for peer-to-peer trades across 80 countries
Coinbase to Migrate Institutional Accounts to Deribit in September
Coinbase will move its International Exchange institutional accounts to Deribit on September 9, requiring clients to close positions or opt out by August 28. The migration will involve forced settlement, account changes, and a brief trading interruption.
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