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El Salvador's Ministry of Finance added 7 Bitcoin to its national reserves over the past week, bringing its total holdings to 7,751.37 BTC, valued at approximately $599 million. This continues the country's strategy of accumulating Bitcoin since adopting it as legal tender.
Read MoreU.S. officials report approximately 40 oil tankers transited the southern route of the Strait of Hormuz on the evening of the 21st, moving about 16 million barrels of crude. This concentrated shipping activity has drawn significant attention to the vital waterway and global oil flows amid ongoing supply concerns.
Read MoreCommercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains severely depressed due to regional tensions and security risks. Daily vessel traffic has plummeted to single digits, roughly 20% of pre-conflict levels. While tankers dominate traffic, the southern Omani route has become a high-risk zone.
Read MoreAmid a global bond sell-off driving yields higher, China's bond market remains stable. Panda bond issuance has surged to a record high, up over 73% year-on-year. This highlights the growing appeal of onshore RMB assets as international institutions seek stability and diversification.
Read MoreCanada will implement new tariffs on select US goods starting September 8, the Prime Minister confirmed. The move responds to US trade policies and may strain bilateral economic relations, signaling heightened trade tensions in North America that could disrupt supply chains.
Read MoreThe crypto market saw extreme volatility in the past 24 hours, with total liquidations reaching $1.24 billion. Over 246,000 traders were affected, with long positions bearing the brunt of the sell-off. Major assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum recorded massive liquidations.
Read MoreA Bitcoin whale transferred 1,727 BTC worth $133 million to Binance in a single transaction. This large-scale movement at a critical market level suggests potential profit-taking or strategic repositioning, raising concerns about short-term selling pressure.
Read MoreRecent analysis suggests Bitcoin may have found its bear market bottom. The current drawdown from peak is shallower than past cycles, and this week's rally is seen as a potential signal for a cycle reversal. While risks remain, technical structure shows encouraging signs.
Read MoreBittensor's TAO token has broken below the $220 support level, currently trading at $219.9 with a 5.22% loss in 24 hours. The sharp decline highlights increased market volatility, urging traders to exercise caution and review risk management strategies amid fluctuating conditions.
Read MoreThe Royal Government of Bhutan has transferred 10.779 BTC (approx. $835K) to two new addresses, according to on-chain data. This move draws attention to the nation's cryptocurrency strategy as it explores digital assets.
Read MoreDeepSeek API has revised its peak/off-peak billing policy effective August 23, 2026. The key change is that weekends (Saturday and Sunday) will now be billed entirely at off-peak rates, eliminating peak pricing distinctions. This significantly reduces costs for developers using the service on weekends, with peak-time charges effectively halved. Bills generated before the effective date will follow previous rules.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a significant transfer trend this week, with trading firm Wintermute moving a total of 3,834.3 BTC (worth approximately $256.8 million) to Binance. The latest transaction involved 590.9 BTC. Such concentrated, high-volume movements are often interpreted as potential precursors to major market shifts, drawing close scrutiny from investors.
Read MoreTron founder Sun Yuchen frames his lawsuit against World Liberty Financial as a fundamental battle for blockchain's core "your keys, your crypto" principle. He alleges hidden contract clauses allowing asset freezing violate decentralization, vowing to pursue the case to set a crucial legal precedent beyond the $45M dispute.
Read MoreNasdaq's extended trading hours unlock new potential for on-chain perpetual contracts. By providing high-quality, near-24/7 price data from regulated markets, oracles can significantly reduce pricing gaps and basis risk, lowering arbitrage costs. This attracts more market makers and enhances the viability of innovative products like RWA perpetuals.
Read MoreEvening crypto updates highlight institutional activity and policy shifts. Yi Lihua remains bullish, Morgan Stanley increases Bitcoin holdings. Korea plans to expand virtual asset accounts, Bitwise's Solana ETF sees major inflows. A leading metaverse platform suspends cross-chain functions due to security concerns.
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