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Bitcoin has experienced a short-term pullback, briefly falling below the key $84,000 level after recent gains. With market volatility rising significantly, investors are advised to monitor crucial support levels closely and implement prudent risk management strategies.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals Bitget's ETH hot wallet balance dipped briefly after withdrawals resumed, then surged to exceed its initial level. Analysts attribute this to restored user confidence from smooth BTC withdrawals and attractive staking rewards, signaling trust in the platform's stability.
Read MoreLuke Pettit, Assistant Secretary for Financial Institutions at the U.S. Treasury, is set to depart in October for a private sector role. He previously led key initiatives like child savings accounts and financial legislation, with his exit potentially impacting policy continuity.
Read MoreChainlink's CCIP 2.0 protocol introduces Fast Confirmation Rules, potentially reducing Ethereum transaction confirmation to 12-24 seconds. This optional acceleration feature requires manual activation and operates under a distinct security model, while maintaining Ethereum's finality and standard CCIP wait times.
Read MoreSpanish tax authorities clarified that self-custodied crypto assets, where the holder controls the private keys, are exempt from Form 721 reporting. The ruling applies to both hot and cold wallets, with a threshold of €50,000.
Read MoreA lawmaker in South Korea's Gangwon Province disclosed 5.7 billion won in cryptocurrency holdings for his family, the highest amount in recent ethics filings, spotlighting digital asset ownership among public officials.
Read MoreFormer CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam warns that explosive growth in prediction markets forces Congress to define the legal line between "risk management" and "gambling." With lawsuits spreading nationwide, the issue may reach the US Supreme Court. He criticizes current spot market oversight as temporary "scotch tape and paperclips," stressing the need for durable rules.
Read MoreAnalysts suggest a potential November rate hike by the Bank of England may not strengthen the pound, as energy-driven inflation pressures could also hurt growth. Fiscal risks remain ahead of the late-October budget, leaving sterling vulnerable to volatility.
Read MoreAI firm Anthropic's IPO filing warns of 'catastrophic or existential risks' posed by its technology, including AI systems resisting shutdown. The company saw revenue surge 11-fold to ~$46B last year, with $80B+ in adjusted losses and plans for massive infrastructure investment.
Read MoreEthereum has surpassed Bitcoin in open interest for perpetual futures contracts on the decentralized exchange Hyperliquid, reaching $30.2B vs. $28B. The platform's total open interest hit a record $180B, capturing nearly 10% of the global market, with ETH and BTC repeatedly swapping the lead since 2026.
Read MoreOn September 29th, U.S. tech stocks faced significant pressure, with the Nasdaq 100 index falling over 1%. The semiconductor sector was hit hard, dragging down major indices. Arm and Qualcomm led the decline, while Nvidia bucked the trend.
Read MoreByteDance's Doubao is accelerating development of a personal assistant product codenamed 'Spell,' building on its mobile assistant strategy. An internal demo targeting competitors is also slated for late September testing, signaling intensified AI competition.
Read MoreCiti has launched its enterprise tokenized deposit service in Japan and the UAE. Backed by bank deposits and operating on a permissioned ledger, it enables Japanese clients near-instant USD transfers to multiple regions 24/7, reducing reliance on traditional banking hours. The service now covers seven major markets.
Read MoreBinance Research reports Bitcoin formed a "Golden Cross" on September 8 after staying below its 200-day moving average for 293 days. Historical data suggests similar patterns have led to peak gains of up to 600% within a year.
Read MoreKakao Pay Securities has partnered with Ondo Finance and Dinari to explore tokenizing Korean listed stocks for overseas investors. A joint task force will examine custody, issuance, and shareholder rights, with commercialization plans pending.
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