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Alibaba Cloud has cut large AI data center delivery time to 100 days while reducing costs by over 10% through modular technology. The company now plans to more than triple its global modular data center capacity this year to meet soaring demand.
Read MoreCardano Foundation's Chief Technology Officer Giorgio Zinetti will depart on August 31. The foundation states its board and executive team will continue collaborating with technical and business leads to advance enterprise adoption and the existing roadmap. The leadership change raises questions about future technical direction.
Read MoreThe onshore yuan surged past 6.74 against the USD on August 10, hitting its highest level since February 2023. Analysts attribute the strength to resilient exports, increased global allocation to yuan assets, and policy adjustments. The currency is expected to maintain stability with two-way fluctuations.
Read MoreIran's Foreign Ministry stated on August 10 that Tehran is not engaged in direct talks with Washington, confirming communication through mediators. Future actions depend on developments. Diplomatic focus is currently on advancing negotiations with Oman to finalize maritime traffic routes.
Read MoreTether has minted 1 billion USDT on the Tron network, raising its total supply there to over $91 billion. This significant issuance highlights ongoing demand for stablecoin liquidity and sparks discussion about market implications.
Read MoreOn August 10, Tether Treasury executed a massive burn of 1.75 billion USDT on the Ethereum blockchain. Such large-scale token destruction is often interpreted as a move to reduce circulating supply, potentially signaling Tether's adjustment to market demand and tightening liquidity conditions.
Read MoreOn August 10, spot gold surged past the $4360 per ounce threshold, climbing 0.45% intraday and hitting a fresh high. Analysts attribute the rally to geopolitical tensions, dollar movements, and inflation concerns, highlighting gold's renewed appeal as a safe-haven asset.
Read MoreSwedish-listed H100 Group has acquired 2,455.4 Bitcoin at an average price of $62,900, investing approximately $154 million. This strategic move increases their total Bitcoin holdings to 3,506 coins, signaling strong institutional confidence in the digital asset's long-term value.
Read MoreSK Hynix has responded to market rumors about a potential $3 billion sale of its Chongqing packaging plant. The company stated it is reviewing various options to enhance competitiveness in its packaging business but has not finalized any decisions. Further disclosures will follow if plans are confirmed.
Read MoreUMX, incubated by Avenir Group, has launched an invite-only public test. The platform allows professional investors to trade crypto assets alongside traditional securities like US stocks and ETFs in a unified environment.
Read MoreA dormant Bitcoin wallet holding 26.96 BTC (worth ~$1.75M) was activated after 12.5 years of inactivity. Originally acquired in January 2014 at an average cost of ~$803, the transfer realized a profit of ~$1.73M, representing a nearly 8,000% return. The move highlights the potential gains from long-term Bitcoin holding strategies.
Read MoreRobinhood has launched cryptocurrency trading for eligible UK customers via Bitstamp, integrating over 50 digital assets directly into its main investment app. This move expands its UK offerings beyond stocks and ISAs into a broader crypto ecosystem.
Read MoreBinance announced the upcoming DAPPOS (DOS) trading launch. Users holding at least 200 Binance Alpha points can claim a 200 DOS token airdrop on a first-come, first-served basis. The points threshold will decrease automatically over time, urging eligible participants to act quickly.
Read MoreThe total market cap of stablecoins has shrunk by nearly $15 billion since May, dropping from around $280 billion to $266 billion. This decline signals a severe lack of new capital entering the crypto market and highlights ongoing liquidity outflows. Even with Bitcoin's price stabilizing, weak demand continues to hinder any significant rally, posing major challenges for market recovery.
Read MoreAsian markets opened the week on a strong note. Japan's Nikkei 225 index surged by 1363.51 points, a gain of 2.08%, to close at 66970.22 on Monday, August 10, leading regional gains and signaling robust investor confidence.
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