Crypto market update August 9: Bitcoin and Ethereum slip as Solana leads altcoins
Bitcoin and Ethereum traded slightly lower on August 9, while Solana led major altcoins higher. Traders are also watching the CLARITY Act and upcoming U.S. CPI data for fresh market direction.
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ETH+1 more Bikash DekaCLARITY Act vote: Why Coinbase and Circle stocks could see volatility?
The CLARITY Act is heading toward a September Senate vote, putting Coinbase and Circle stocks in focus as investors assess the impact of potential U.S. crypto rules.
Crypto market update August 8: Bitcoin tests $65K as PI gains
Bitcoin moved above $65,000 as weaker U.S. jobs data reduced expectations of a September Fed rate hike. MSTR also topped $100, while Pi Network led altcoin gains.
BNB Chain RWA holders cross 300K: What it means for BNB price
BNB Chain has surpassed 300,000 RWA holders, strengthening its position in tokenized assets and potentially supporting a BNB price recovery toward $620.
Coldcard Bitcoin hack: theft tops $111 million as victims lose over 1 BTC on average
The Coldcard Bitcoin hack has now caused more than $111 million in confirmed losses, with Galaxy Research warning that total theft could exceed $130 million.
Trump Media pulls back from crypto deals as digital asset treasury boom cools
Trump Media is scaling back several crypto plans with Crypto.com as the digital asset treasury market becomes more competitive.
Circle launches native USDC and CCTP on OKX's X Layer
Circle has launched native USDC and CCTP on OKX’s X Layer, expanding stablecoin access for payments, DeFi, trading, and AI-powered applications.
Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP price outlook after CLARITY Act vote delay
Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP remain cautious as the CLARITY Act vote moves to September. Here are the key price levels traders are watching.
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ETH+1 more Bikash DekaCLARITY Act faces September challenge as Senate support remains uncertain
The CLARITY Act faces a tough Senate vote in September as lawmakers remain divided over stablecoin rewards, ethics rules, and the bill’s broader crypto market structure.
Crypto market update August 7: Cardano jumps while XRP slips as crypto ETF inflows near $1 billion
The crypto market is showing mixed momentum today as Cardano leads gains, XRP extends losses, and Bitcoin trades near $65,000.
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XRP+2 more Bikash DekaXRP and Bitcoin whales keep buying - is the crypto bear market almost over?
Crypto whales are increasing their Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP holdings despite weak prices. New on-chain data suggests the market could be nearing the final stage of the current bear cycle.
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XRP+1 more Bikash DekaSolana governance proposals could reduce SOL supply and increase token burns
Two new Solana governance proposals have entered the discussion phase. If approved, they could reduce SOL issuance, increase token burns, and change the network's long-term token economics.
Bitcoin Red Team finds nearly 5,000 potential security flaws
The Bitcoin Red Team found nearly 5,000 vulnerabilities across 390 open-source projects, highlighting the need for stronger Bitcoin software security.
July jobs report today: Will Bitcoin repeat last month's rally?
The U.S. will release its July jobs report today, and Bitcoin traders are watching closely. A weak jobs number could boost BTC again, while strong employment data may pressure the crypto market.
Senate delays CLARITY Act vote until September, confirms Majority Leader Thune
The U.S. Senate has officially delayed the CLARITY Act vote until September. The decision extends uncertainty over crypto regulation and could keep Bitcoin and the broader crypto market on edge.
Crypto market update August 6: Bitcoin nears $65K as ETF inflows rise, Ethereum and Pi Network lead gains
Bitcoin climbed closer to $65,000 on August 6 as strong ETF inflows and improving market sentiment supported prices. Ethereum also gained, while Pi Network emerged as one of the day's top-performing cryptocurrencies.
CLARITY Act faces uncertain future as Senate runs out of time
The U.S. Senate has only a short time left to vote on the CLARITY Act before its August recess. The outcome could shape the future of crypto regulation in the United States.
Tom Lee warns quantum computers could threaten Bitcoin by 2028
Fundstrat's Tom Lee says quantum computers could become a threat to Bitcoin by 2028. However, Bitcoin experts believe the risk is limited and not an immediate danger to the network.
Russia approves new crypto law for regulated retail trading
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a new crypto law that allows regulated retail cryptocurrency trading while keeping the country's ban on using crypto for everyday payments.
World Chain just solved a big blockchain problem
World Chain is launching streamed EIP-7928 block access lists to speed up blockchain validation, improve scalability, and reduce validator costs ahead of Ethereum.
Bitcoin Red Team finds 85 critical security flaws after Coldcard hack
The Bitcoin Red Team has found 85 critical security flaws across nearly 390 open-source Bitcoin projects after the recent Coldcard wallet exploit.
S&P 500 hits new record high as rare market pattern appears again
The S&P 500 reached a new record high after a strong four-day rally. Market analysts say this rare pattern has appeared only three times before, including during the dot-com bubble.
Italy's largest bank increases Ethereum ETF holdings, cuts Bitcoin ETF exposure
Italy's biggest bank, Intesa Sanpaolo, nearly tripled its investment in a staked Ethereum ETF during the second quarter while reducing its holdings in BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF.
Ethereum proposal could cut staking rewards by 50%
Ethereum developers have proposed a new staking model that could cut validator rewards by up to 50%, sparking debate over ETH issuance, decentralization, and network security.