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Coinbase has upgraded its business payment suite, introducing AI Agent payment support, USDT integration, reusable payment links, and flexible pricing. The enhancements streamline crypto acceptance for enterprises, featuring instant USDC settlement to boost capital efficiency and automate transactions.
Read MoreOn August 12, South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index surged 2% shortly after market open. Tech giant Samsung Electronics led the rally with a 4% jump, while memory chip maker SK Hynix gained 2%, highlighting strong momentum in the semiconductor sector.
Read MoreAmid stalled Congressional crypto legislation, the SEC is preparing two pivotal moves: establishing customized issuance rules for crypto investment contracts and proposing an "innovation exemption" for tokenized securities trading. These actions could reshape the U.S. financial landscape.
Read MoreUS stock futures traded flat Tuesday night as investors await the July CPI report. Economists forecast modest monthly inflation increases. Select tech stocks rallied on strong earnings, while Treasury yields held near recent highs ahead of the key data release.
Read MoreCME Group, in collaboration with Silicon Data, will launch two hashrate futures contracts on October 5th, tracking GPU leasing costs. This move introduces financial derivatives for AI computing power, offering new risk management tools for the rapidly growing market.
Read MoreMarket data indicates a 52% chance the Fed holds rates in September, with a 48% probability of a 25bps hike. October expectations show greater complexity, reflecting heightened uncertainty over the future policy trajectory.
Read MorePresident Trump is reportedly weighing new tax proposals before the midterm elections, including potential cuts to capital gains taxes and exemptions for some home sales. Advisors indicate the moves aim to rally voter support, with specific plans like inflation-indexing of capital gains under discussion.
Read MoreOvernight markets focused on institutional moves and regulatory tensions. BlackRock transferred $77.8M in BTC/ETH to Coinbase, signaling continued institutional interest. CFTC rulings and a judicial block on a mail-in ballot order highlight regulatory complexity. Alameda/FTX bankruptcy assets saw movement, while Iran's geopolitical stance adds market uncertainty.
Read MoreBitwise purchased 28,085.8 HYPE tokens worth $1.52 million for its ETF clients via Nonco, transferring them to a dedicated custody wallet. This substantial acquisition highlights growing institutional activity in crypto asset allocation.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals the bankrupt FTX/Alameda estate unstaked over 200,000 SOL and moved it to BitGo custody wallets. This is likely part of the asset liquidation process, potentially prepping for an OTC sale. Founder SBF remains incarcerated.
Read MoreCoreWeave's CFO announced a massive capital expenditure forecast of $35-39 billion through 2026, alongside an upgraded revenue projection of $12.4-13.2 billion. This signals a bold expansion strategy in the competitive AI infrastructure and high-performance cloud computing arena.
Read MoreThe CFTC has used emergency powers to order prediction market operator Kalshi to continue operating in New York, countering a state lawsuit seeking its shutdown. This action highlights a deepening rift between federal and state regulators over whether such markets constitute derivatives trading or illegal gambling.
Read MoreA crypto whale has opened a $103 million Bitcoin short position using over 40x leverage. With only $2.43 million in account equity, the high-risk trade could face liquidation if prices rise slightly. The trader continues adding to the position using unrealized profits.
Read MoreHyperliquid has demonstrated robust user activity, averaging 96,030 daily active users over the past week. This significant figure highlights the protocol's growing traction and user engagement within the competitive DeFi landscape.
Read MoreA US federal judge has blocked a Trump administration order that would restrict mail-in voting via the Postal Service. The order, challenged by 23 states as unconstitutional, required compiling voter lists and rejecting ballots from unlisted voters. After lower courts halted the order, the Trump administration has filed an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court.
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