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  • AUGUST 10, 2026 (6)

  • Ethereum Qadir AK Aug 10, 2026 13:18 UTC

    Tom Lee’s BitMine Adds 7,391 ETH, Holdings Near 5% of Ethereum Supply

    BitMine added another 7,391 ETH last week, bringing its total holdings to about 5.805 million ETH, or roughly 4.8% of Ethereum’s total supply. The company has been buying ETH every week since launching its treasury strategy in 2025 and is now close to its 5% ownership target. More than 4.9 million ETH is already staked through its MAVAN setup, generating an estimated $250 million in annual yield at current rates. BitMine is also continuing its share buyback program alongside its ETH purchases.

  • Bitcoin Qadir AK Aug 10, 2026 12:05 UTC

    Strategy Sells 1,690 Bitcoin and Raises $653 Million Through MSTR Shares

    Strategy sold 1,690 BTC for $108.6 million last week and used the proceeds to repurchase 1.15 million STRC preferred shares. The company also sold 6.59 million MSTR shares, raising $653.1 million, with much of the money added to its dollar reserve. Strategy now holds 840,447 BTC, acquired for a total of $63.36 billion at an average purchase price of $75,385 per Bitcoin. Its dollar reserve has increased to about $4.65 billion, giving the company additional funds for dividends, share purchases and other corporate needs.

  • Exchange News Nidhi Kolhapur Aug 10, 2026 11:37 UTC

    Binance Equity Futures Volume Hits $490B in July as TradFi Trading Expands

    Binance recorded nearly $490 billion in equity futures trading volume in July, highlighting growing demand for traditional financial assets within the crypto market. Trading in products linked to major U.S. stocks has increased across several crypto exchanges as investors look for ways to access traditional markets without leaving the crypto ecosystem. Other exchanges also recorded significant volumes, including MEXC, Bitget, Gate and Bybit, with monthly volumes ranging from about $72 billion to $32 billion. The trend shows that liquidity is spreading across more types of assets as investors diversify beyond cryptocurrencies. Despite Bitcoin’s decline this year, stablecoin supply has remained relatively strong, suggesting much of the capital is still within the crypto ecosystem and can move between different assets as market conditions change.

  • Altcoins Qadir AK Aug 10, 2026 10:20 UTC

    Cardano Opens 2.5 Million ADA Funding Round for New Projects

    Cardano’s Catalyst Pilot opened a new funding round on August 6, offering 2.5 million ADA to selected projects. The program is expected to support 10 to 15 teams, with individual grants ranging from 50,000 to 200,000 ADA. Selected teams can receive 40% of their grant upfront after onboarding, with another 40% released after meeting usage targets. The remaining 20% will depend on continued adoption after the initial launch period. Applications close on August 20 at 06:00 UTC.

  • Bitcoin Qadir AK Aug 10, 2026 10:19 UTC

    MARA Sold 23,093 BTC for $1.63B in First Half of 2026

    MARA, the world’s largest publicly traded Bitcoin miner, sold about 23,093 BTC for $1.63 billion during the first half of 2026, at an average price of roughly $70,631 per Bitcoin. The company said it used the proceeds for operations, growth opportunities and liquidity needs. As of June 30, MARA held 35,577 BTC, worth about $2.08 billion. Separately, the company secured $600 million in loans from Coinbase and Two Prime, backed by 18,750 BTC, with part of the financing used to fund its Long Ridge acquisition.

  • Exchange News Qadir AK Aug 10, 2026 06:13 UTC

    Upbit Lists Six New Crypto Tokens

    South Korean crypto exchange Upbit has announced the listing of six new tokens: CYS, ICNT, XAN, EDEN, AIOZ, and ALLO. Trading is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. KST on August 10, 2026, after being pushed back from the previously announced 2:00 p.m. slot. The new listings cover projects focused on Web3 infrastructure, DePIN, blockchain technology, tokenized Treasuries, AI, and decentralized storage. Upbit will introduce the tokens across its BTC and USDT markets, with initial trading restrictions in place to manage volatility. Users are also advised to verify the supported network before making deposits or withdrawals.

  • AUGUST 8, 2026 (2)

  • Hack Qadir AK Aug 8, 2026 10:08 UTC

    Aztec Exploiter Deposits Another 300 ETH Into Tornado Cash

    The wallet linked to the Aztec Network Private Rollup Bridge exploit has deposited another 300 ETH, worth approximately $572,100, into Tornado Cash, according to PeckShield. The attacker has now deposited a total of 500 ETH into the mixer. Aztec Network suffered an exploit in June 2026, resulting in approximately $2.165 million in crypto losses. The latest transfers make it harder to track the movement of the stolen funds as the exploiter continues moving assets through Tornado Cash.

  • Bitcoin ETF Nidhi Kolhapur Aug 8, 2026 07:26 UTC

    Bitcoin ETF Inflows Hit $98.85M, Extend Winning Streak to Five Days

    U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $98.85 million in net inflows on August 7, marking their fifth consecutive day of positive flows, according to SoSoValue data. Spot Ethereum ETFs also attracted $49.60 million, extending their inflow streak to four trading days. The continued inflows show steady demand for crypto investment products despite recent market weakness, with Bitcoin ETFs leading the latest recovery in institutional flows.

  • AUGUST 7, 2026 (5)

  • DeFi Qadir AK Aug 7, 2026 12:24 UTC

    DeFi TVL Rises for the First Time in Months, Hinting at a Possible Recovery

    The DeFi sector may be showing early signs of recovery after a difficult first half of 2026 marked by nearly $1 billion in hacks and exploits and a prolonged decline in crypto markets. According to CryptoRank, total DeFi total value locked (TVL) increased 5.3% in July to $73 billion, ending months of declines. TVL had dropped from $154 billion in October 2025 to $70 billion in June 2026, making July the first monthly increase in nearly a year. While the rebound is modest, it suggests capital may be gradually returning to decentralized finance protocols.


  • Stock Market Qadir AK Aug 7, 2026 12:15 UTC

    Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Price Enters Consolidation After Hitting New High

    Nvidia stock price is consolidating after rallying from $190.02 to an intraday high of $223.63, with profit-taking pushing shares back to around $218.80. Despite the pullback, there has been no major negative company news, and analysts view the move as a normal pause following a strong rally driven by AI demand. The company’s growth continues to be supported by robust demand for Blackwell AI chips, expanding AI infrastructure spending by major cloud providers, and expectations for its next-generation Rubin platform. Analysts are closely watching support levels at $210.65, $206.67, and $202.69, with a hold above these areas likely to keep the broader uptrend intact ahead of Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report.

  • Bitcoin Qadir AK Aug 7, 2026 06:28 UTC

    MARA Reports 29% Drop in Bitcoin Holdings as Q2 Revenue Falls 27%

    MARA Holdings, the largest publicly traded Bitcoin miner, reported a 29% year-over-year decline in its Bitcoin holdings to 35,577 BTC during the second quarter of 2026. Revenue fell 27% to $175 million, while the company posted a net loss of $611 million and adjusted EBITDA of negative $361 million. Despite weaker financial results, MARA increased its hashrate by 22% to 70.3 EH/s and raised Bitcoin production 3% to 2,422 BTC. The company said its combined cash and Bitcoin holdings were valued at approximately $2.5 billion at the end of the quarter.

  • Ripple (XRP) Qadir AK Aug 7, 2026 06:14 UTC

    XRP Price Live Today: Why Is XRP Dropping Below $1.03?

    XRP is down nearly 3% over the past 24 hours, falling to around $1.02 after slipping below the important $1.03 support level. The decline has prompted additional selling as traders react to the technical breakdown. At the same time, uncertainty over the delayed U.S. Clarity Act and weaker institutional interest have continued to weigh on sentiment. Broader weakness in the altcoin market has also added pressure. If XRP remains below $1.03, the next key support is around $0.96. A recovery above $1.03 could help stabilize the price and reduce near-term selling pressure.

  • Bitcoin Qadir AK Aug 7, 2026 06:11 UTC

    Why Is Bitcoin Dropping Today?

    Bitcoin is down about 1% over the past 24 hours as investors remain cautious ahead of key economic and regulatory developments. Concerns over inflation, interest rates, and uncertainty surrounding the U.S. Clarity Act have reduced risk appetite across financial markets, with cryptocurrencies moving lower alongside stocks. Bitcoin has also struggled to attract fresh buying after recent gains, leaving prices stuck in a narrow range. In the short term, $63,000 remains an important support level. If Bitcoin holds above it, the price could recover toward $65,000–$66,800. A break below $63,000 could open the door to a move toward $62,200.

  • AUGUST 6, 2026 (3)

  • Hack Qadir AK Aug 6, 2026 12:30 UTC

    Base Attacker Loses Funds to MEV Bot After $500,000 Wallet Drain

    A wallet controlled by an attacker drained approximately 500,000 USDC from a victim address on the Base network, according to PeckShield. However, the attacker’s subsequent token swap lacked sufficient slippage protection and was sandwiched by an MEV bot, significantly reducing the proceeds. As a result, the attacker reportedly received only about 67 WETH, worth roughly $129,000, instead of the full value of the stolen funds.

  • Ripple (XRP) Qadir AK Aug 6, 2026 12:21 UTC

    Is XRP a Good Investment?

    XRP continues to attract attention as Ripple expands its institutional blockchain strategy through new partnerships, tokenization initiatives, and capital markets infrastructure. Recent developments include broader interoperability for the XRP Ledger, growing tokenized asset activity, and continued institutional participation through XRP investment products. Analysts also point to increasing adoption by financial institutions exploring blockchain-based payments and tokenized deposits. At the same time, market observers note that progress on U.S. crypto legislation, particularly the CLARITY Act, could further shape institutional adoption. Together, these developments have strengthened the long-term narrative around XRP as enterprise blockchain adoption continues to expand.

  • Stock Market Qadir AK Aug 6, 2026 11:58 UTC

    SpaceX Stock Faces Massive Share Unlock as 911.5 Million Shares Enter Market

    SpaceX stock is in focus as up to 911.5 million shares become eligible for trading today, representing more than 140% of the current public float and raising the risk of near-term volatility. The development follows a 12% decline in the stock after the company’s latest earnings report, despite beating revenue expectations and reporting an unexpected profit from its AI business. Additional share unlocks are scheduled for August 12 and later this month, with more than 4 billion shares expected to become tradable by the end of 2026, potentially weighing on the stock despite its long-term growth outlook.


  • AUGUST 5, 2026 (11)

  • Exchange News Qadir AK Aug 5, 2026 12:23 UTC

    Binance Sues RedotPay, Seeks $472.8 Million Over Alleged User Diversion

    Binance-affiliated entities have filed a lawsuit in Hong Kong against RedotPay and its co-founders, alleging they breached an agreement by diverting more than 470,000 Binance users to the crypto card platform. According to the complaint, the alleged actions caused $472.8 million in losses. RedotPay has denied the allegations and said it will defend itself through the appropriate legal process. A related lawsuit filed by Chaintecs against RedotPay affiliates in Singapore is scheduled for a hearing on Friday.

  • Stablecoin Nidhi Kolhapur Aug 5, 2026 10:59 UTC

    Circle Reports $701 Million Q2 Revenue as USDC Circulation Reaches $73.3 Billion

    Circle reported $701 million in Q2 2026 revenue and reserve income, up 7% year over year, as USDC circulation increased 19% to $73.3 billion. The company also said onchain transaction volume surged 151% to $14.8 trillion, while adjusted EBITDA rose 8% to $143 million. Looking ahead, Circle plans to launch the Arc public mainnet on September 16, supporting privacy, programmable finance, and tokenized real-world assets, with more than 100 ecosystem and institutional builders already participating.

  • Bitcoin Nidhi Kolhapur Aug 5, 2026 10:26 UTC

    Binance Whale Inflows Hit Four-Month High

    Bitcoin price continues to trade within the $60,000–$65,000 range as the Binance whale inflow ratio climbed to 0.52, its highest level in four months. The increase indicates that large holders are transferring more BTC to Binance than smaller investors, a trend that can raise potential selling pressure. Historically, spikes in whale inflows have appeared near both market tops and bottoms during periods of heightened volatility. Analysts say the indicator could normalize quickly if Bitcoin remains range-bound and market activity stays subdued.

  • Ripple (XRP) Qadir AK Aug 5, 2026 10:08 UTC

    Fake Ripple Website Targets Long-Term XRP Holders in New Scam

    Fake Ripple website is targeting long-term XRP holders by impersonating Ripple’s official branding and offering a fraudulent reward for investors who never sold their tokens. XRP Ledger Chief Architect David Schwartz warned users that the site is a scam, stating, “IT’S A SCAM!” The fake page closely replicates Ripple’s design and prompts users to click a “Get Early Access” button, which activates a crypto wallet drainer. XRP holders are advised to verify website URLs carefully and avoid connecting wallets to unofficial sites.

  • Altcoins Qadir AK Aug 5, 2026 07:20 UTC

    Litecoin Hits Record MWEB Holdings as LitVM Surpasses 200 Million Transactions

    Litecoin (LTC) is attracting renewed attention as the amount of LTC locked in the MimbleWimble Extension Block (MWEB) reached a new all-time high of 505,481.59 LTC. The milestone comes alongside rapid ecosystem growth, with LitVM surpassing 200 million testnet transactions in just 15 weeks and launching smart contract functionality. The developments highlight increasing network activity and expanding utility as the Litecoin ecosystem continues to evolve.

  • Altcoins Qadir AK Aug 5, 2026 07:18 UTC

    Why Pi Crypto Value is Up Today?

    Pi crypto gained 3.19% over the past 24 hours to trade around $0.0859, outperforming the broader cryptocurrency market. The move appears to be driven primarily by market-wide risk appetite and Pi’s relatively lower liquidity, which amplified gains despite the absence of major project-specific news. Analysts are watching the $0.085 support level closely, with a move above $0.088 potentially extending the recovery, while a drop below $0.083 could resume the token’s longer-term downtrend.


  • Stock Market Qadir AK Aug 5, 2026 07:08 UTC

    Nikkei 225 Jumps Over 2,200 Points as Japan Stocks Rally on Chip Surge

    The Nikkei 225 surged more than 2,200 points in early trading, breaking above the 65,000 level as Japanese equities tracked a strong rally in U.S. semiconductor stocks. Technology and chip-related companies, including Advantest, SoftBank Group, Tokyo Electron, Kioxia, TDK, Murata Manufacturing, and Ibiden, led the gains after the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index jumped 6.55% overnight. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen remained supported following coordinated U.S.-Japan intervention, while expectations of further Bank of Japan rate hikes kept 10-year Japanese government bond yields near multi-year highs.

  • Crypto Regulations Qadir AK Aug 5, 2026 06:08 UTC

    Russia Crypto Adoption Remains Low Despite Legalization Push

    A new Rambler&Co survey reported by TASS found that 69% of Russians do not see any practical use cases for cryptocurrencies, even if they are fully legalized. The survey showed 52% of respondents were unsure how legalization would affect them because they do not use crypto, while only 6% said they had practical experience with digital assets. Additionally, 54% admitted they know little or nothing about how cryptocurrencies work, highlighting limited public awareness and adoption despite ongoing regulatory developments.

  • Bitcoin Qadir AK Aug 5, 2026 06:06 UTC

    Strategy Wallet Moves 1,030 BTC as MARA Transfers 6,000 Bitcoin to TwoPrime

    A wallet believed to be linked to Strategy transferred 1,030 BTC, worth about $66.14 million, according to Lookonchain. The transfer follows Strategy’s sale of 1,638 BTC last week, while the company continues to hold 842,138 BTC valued at approximately $52.65 billion. Separately, Bitcoin miner MARA moved 6,000 BTC, worth around $384.6 million, to TwoPrime. Analysts said the transfer does not necessarily indicate a sale and could be related to treasury or asset management activities.

  • Artificial Intelligence Qadir AK Aug 5, 2026 06:05 UTC

    Arthur Hayes Says AI Bubble Could Mirror 2008 Financial Crisis

    BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes believes the current AI investment boom could resemble the 2008 credit crisis rather than the 2000 dot-com crash, citing heavy spending on data centers and AI infrastructure. In his latest essay, Hayes argued that excessive investment could eventually trigger a market correction, prompting central banks to adopt monetary easing measures. He said increased liquidity from such policies could ultimately support a new Bitcoin and broader crypto market bull cycle.

  • Stock Market Qadir AK Aug 5, 2026 05:54 UTC

    KOSPI Index Volatility Surpasses Bitcoin as South Korea Stock Market Swings Intensify

    The KOSPI Index has become more volatile than Bitcoin, with its annualized volatility climbing above 60% in 2026, making it the world’s most volatile major equity benchmark. The sharp swings have been driven by the index’s heavy concentration in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, which together account for more than half of its weighting, as well as rapid growth in leveraged ETFs tied to the two chipmakers. In response, South Korean regulators have tightened margin requirements, restricted leveraged ETF exposure, increased trading costs, and paused approvals for new single-stock leveraged ETFs in an effort to reduce speculation and stabilize the market.


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