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On-chain data reveals 829 BTC linked to the founder of early Bitcoin mining pool Bitminter were recently moved. Some coins saw their first transaction in 8 years. The movement of these historically significant assets has drawn attention to early holder behavior.
Read MoreThe Houthi movement has denied reports alleging plans to impose transit fees on ships passing through the Mandab Strait. The group clarified that its Red Sea operations are strictly limited to targeting Saudi-affiliated shipping, dismissing speculation about broader economic measures against international maritime traffic.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals the North Korean Lazarus Group transferred 121.5 BTC, worth ~$7.74 million, to a new address on July 30. This significant movement highlights ongoing crypto security and money laundering risks, underscoring the need for vigilant monitoring.
Read MoreThe U.S. Second Circuit Court of Appeals has denied Kalshi's request for temporary relief, which sought to block enforcement of New York's gaming law. The court referred the full motion to a three-judge panel for further review. This decision escalates the legal clash between prediction markets and state gambling regulations, highlighting ongoing regulatory uncertainty for the industry.
Read MoreThe US Treasury sanctioned two Iranian entities providing insurance for ships in the Strait of Hormuz, alleging they used Bitcoin to evade sanctions. Multiple vessels in Iran's "shadow fleet" were also targeted, marking a significant escalation in enforcement efforts this year.
Read MoreBinance announced a temporary suspension of its US stock trading service from 18:50 to 21:30 (GMT+8) on August 1, 2026, for a system upgrade with its partner broker. Users will be unable to submit stock orders during this period.
Read MoreThe SEC Chair warned that if Congress fails to pass the Clarity Act, the agency will implement its own cryptocurrency market rules. He emphasized legislation as key to stable oversight. The bill aims to transfer spot market authority for most tokens to the CFTC, but faces Senate vote uncertainty.
Read MoreRobinhood's Q2 2026 earnings beat expectations, with revenue hitting $1.31B and net profit soaring to $573M. Total assets under custody grew 32% to $369B, driven by strong growth in paid subscribers and user engagement.
Read MoreOn July 30, an anonymous trader deposited over 15.29 million USDC on Hyperliquid and opened leveraged long positions worth approximately $73.82 million, targeting the S&P 500 and tech stocks. This massive bet signals strong conviction in a market rebound.
Read MoreSouth Korea's Financial Services Commission has completed a draft Digital Asset Framework Bill, accelerating legislative progress. The bill is expected to establish a legal basis for AI agent payments, covering KYC, liability division, and cross-border transaction rules to address the trend of AI-driven micropayments.
Read MoreCrypto investment firms Multicoin Capital and Bitwise have transferred approximately $8.74 million worth of HYPE tokens to Coinbase in recent hours. This concentrated movement has drawn attention to potential shifts in institutional strategy regarding this asset.
Read MoreThe Hyperliquid development team unlocked 433,000 HYPE tokens, valued at approximately $23.38 million, on July 29th. Distribution to team members is scheduled for August 6th. This significant unlock has drawn market attention to potential sell-side pressure and the project's future trajectory.
Read MoreOn July 30, South Korea's KOSPI index surged 5% to close at 5950.55 points. Tech giant Samsung Electronics led the rally with a 7% jump, while SK Hynix gained 3.2%, reflecting robust market confidence in the sector.
Read MoreCoinbase will list GRVT, the token of the Grvt project, on July 30. The exchange has already enabled users in supported regions to generate GRVT deposit addresses via its website, app, and Coinbase Exchange. However, actual deposits will only be possible after the project team enables token transfers.
Read MoreOn July 30, South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index jumped 3% to close at 5,836.39 points. The rally was driven by the technology sector, with Samsung Electronics soaring 4.5% and SK Hynix gaining 2%, signaling renewed investor confidence in the market's key players.
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