Crypto Digest — 06 September 2025
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Hyperliquid Advances Plan to Launch Proprietary Stablecoin
Decentralized exchange Hyperliquid announced plans to introduce USDH, its own U.S. dollar stablecoin, via an on-chain governance vote. The move aims to reduce reliance on USDC, capture reserve yield revenues, and support trading volume exceeding $398 billion per month.
Clarity Act Bill Draft Emerges in Senate Banking Committee
A new draft of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act circulated to Senate Banking Committee members on September 5. The text includes enhanced developer protections, RWA tokenization studies, and bankruptcy provisions for digital assets. Stakeholder feedback is ongoing.
Michael Saylor’s Strategy Snubbed by S&P 500 Amid Robinhood Surprise
Strategy (MSTR) failed to secure inclusion in the S&P 500 despite meeting all criteria, causing a 3% after-hours drop in its stock. Robinhood (HOOD) was unexpectedly added, lifting its shares by 7%. Changes take effect on September 22, reshaping crypto-linked equity exposure.
FIL Rises 3% Amid Pronounced Trading Volatility, Volume Surges
Filecoin rebounded 3% to $2.32 after a prior 2% decline, as high-volume volatility unfolded. Technical analysis identified support in the $2.23–$2.24 range and resistance at $2.38, reflecting shifting market dynamics amid institutional selling pressure.
Elliptic Unveils Crime-Tracking Tool as Stablecoins Enter the Mainstream
Elliptic launched a Stablecoin Issuer Due Diligence product designed for banks and compliance teams. The tool tracks stablecoin flows across blockchains, aiding institutions in monitoring addresses tied to Tether and Circle to mitigate money-laundering risks.
Crypto Exchange Bullish's European Arm Wins MiCA License in Germany
Bullish's European subsidiary obtained a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license from Germany's financial regulator BaFin, enabling passporting of its services across the EU. The firm had previously secured brokerage and custody approvals and now aims to expand its regulated footprint.
SEC, CFTC Chiefs Say Crypto Turf Wars Over as Agencies Move Ahead on Joint Work
The SEC and CFTC chairs affirmed collaborative regulatory efforts, announcing a joint roundtable on September 29 to address DeFi, prediction markets and 24/7 trading. The agencies pledged greater harmonization to attract crypto innovators and modernize oversight.
Bitcoin Hits $113K as BTC Dominance Approaches Two-Week High of 59%
Bitcoin price recovered to $113,000, marking the highest level since August 28 as market dominance reached 59%, a two-week peak. The uptick coincided with a Deribit options expiry valued at $3.28 billion and adherence to the max pain theory, underscoring renewed technical momentum.
KuCoin launches cloud platform for 10% of Dogecoin mining
KuCoin unveiled a new cloud mining service targeting 10% of global Dogecoin hash rate. The platform offers scalable hashrate packages and pay-as-you-mine billing. KuCoin aims to attract retail and institutional hashrate investors with transparent performance metrics and low upfront costs.
WLFI thwarts hacking via on-chain blacklisting
World Liberty Financial’s WLFI token project reports successful prevention of multiple theft attempts through on-chain blacklisting. The team flagged and froze addresses linked to phishing and compromised keys. The measure has safeguarded over $50 million in user funds this week, reinforcing trust in token governance.
DeFi lending jumps 72% on institutional RWA adoption
DeFi lending volumes surged 72% in August as institutional demand for real-world asset collateral grows, according to Binance Research. Stablecoins backed by tokenized bonds and commercial paper underpinned much of the increase. Protocols offering RWA mortgages and asset-backed tokens attracted significant capital flows.
U.S. climbs to second in 2025 global crypto adoption index
Chainalysis reports that the United States has risen to second place in its 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index. Regulatory clarity and burgeoning ETF inflows were cited as key drivers. India retained the top position, while APAC led regional growth, and Eastern Europe topped population-adjusted rankings.
U.S. Bancorp revives crypto custody service for institutions
U.S. Bancorp has resumed its cryptocurrency custody offerings for institutional clients following an SEC accounting rule repeal. The service, originally launched in 2021 and paused in 2022, now supports spot Bitcoin ETFs. NYDIG will serve as sub-custodian while U.S. Bank handles client relationships and regulatory compliance.
First Dogecoin ETF ‘Coming Soon’: REX-Osprey Teases US Launch
REX Shares announced a forthcoming Dogecoin ETF, DOJE, under the ETF Opportunities Trust. The fund seeks to mirror DOGE’s performance through direct holdings and derivatives via a ‘40-Act open-end structure. Approval hinges on effective registration and exchange listing.
Investigators find no fraud in Cardano’s decade-old voucher initiative
A forensic report by McDermott Will & Emery and BDO commissioned by Input Output found no evidence of insider fraud in Cardano’s 2017 ADA voucher program. The study confirmed 99.7% of vouchers were redeemed and only 14 remain unclaimed. Allegations of misconduct were deemed baseless.
Grayscale’s new ETF targets income from Ethereum’s changing tides
Grayscale launched the Ethereum Covered Call ETF (ETCO) to generate income via a covered call strategy on existing Ethereum trusts. The fund distributes biweekly dividends and aims to enhance yield while mitigating downside volatility. Initial assets under management exceed $1.4 million.
Bitcoin consolidates between $104,000 and $116,000 amid key decision point
Bitcoin trades in a narrow range between $104,000 and $116,000 after a mid-August peak. On-chain data indicates investor accumulation around $108,000, filling a cost-basis gap. Breach below $104,100 could signal exhaustion, while recovery above $114,300 may renew upward momentum.
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Crypto Digest — 05 September 2025
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🔎 Coin Research — PinLink (PIN) — 05 September 2025
New weekly coin research for PinLink (PIN). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: PinLink is a DePIN protocol that uniquely tokenizes real-world physical infrastructure assets as ERC-1155 tokens, enabling fractional ownership and revenue shar
Fireblocks Launches Payments Network for Stablecoins
Fireblocks launched the Fireblocks Network for Payments, a stablecoin payments network connecting over 40 participants including Circle, Bridge and Yellow Card. The network unites multiple stablecoin rails and local payment systems under unified APIs to reduce engineering costs and operational risks.
Bitcoin Options Tilt Bearish Ahead of Friday's Expiry
Crypto options open interest leans bearish ahead of the $4.5 billion Deribit expiry on Friday, with bitcoin put volume dominating and a max pain point at $112,000. Ether options remain balanced but show growing call interest above $4,500 ahead of key macroeconomic events.
Bitcoin Slips Below $110K as Analysts Weigh Risk of Deeper Pullback
Bitcoin fell below $110,000 following a stalled midweek rebound, sliding 2.2% to trade near $109,500. Bitfinex analysts forecast a potential support zone between $93,000 and $95,000 for this correction. Strategic factors may set the stage for a renewed rally in the last quarter.
Stripe and Paradigm Incubate Tempo Blockchain for Stablecoin Payments
Paradigm and Stripe have launched a private testnet for Tempo, a payments-focused blockchain capable of over 100,000 transactions per second with sub-second finality. Design partners include Visa, Deutsche Bank and OpenAI, with support for stablecoin gas payments and Ethereum compatibility.
XRP Army Credited with Influencing Ripple SEC Case
Ripple’s four-year legal battle with the US SEC concluded with a mixed ruling this August. The judge and Ripple’s lawyers acknowledged research and filings by the XRP Army as key influences in the case outcome. XRP price spiked after the decision and later stabilized around $2.85.
Dogecoin Price Analysis: Lower Highs Form as Volume Expands on Declines
Dogecoin advanced 4% as volumes surged, testing $0.223 resistance while holding $0.214 support. Analysts disagree on next move: breakdown toward $0.17 Fibonacci support or upside to $1.00 based on historical patterns and ETF approval odds.
Ripple Rolls Out $700M RLUSD Stablecoin in Africa with Weather Insurance Pilots
Ripple partners with Chipper Cash, VALR and Yellow Card to deploy $700M of its USD-pegged RLUSD stablecoin to African institutions. Mercy Corps tests RLUSD-based drought and rainfall insurance programs using satellite-triggered payouts.
Gold Outshines Bitcoin in 2025 as BTC-Gold Ratio Poised for Q4 Breakout
Gold’s 33% year-to-date gain has outpaced bitcoin and equity benchmarks, reducing the BTC-XAU ratio to its lowest since late 2021. Technicals show an ascending triangle pattern dating to 2017, signaling a potential breakout in Q4 or early 2026.
Crypto Hackers Now Use Ethereum Smart Contracts to Conceal Malware
Malicious NPM packages exploit Ethereum smart contracts to hide second-stage payload URLs, evading traditional security checks. ReversingLabs uncovered two affected packages posing as simple utilities. Developers warned of rising supply chain risks in crypto tooling.
Asia Morning Briefing: Bitcoin Holds Steady as Traders Turn to Ethereum
Bitcoin consolidates near $112,000 amid macro hedge positioning, while traders shift to Ethereum for upside potential into September. Asia-Pacific stocks rise on Wall Street tech gains. Options and prediction markets show renewed ETH convexity ahead of the Fusaka upgrade.
Etherealize Secures $40M Series A for Institutional Ethereum Infrastructure
Etherealize raised $40 million in a Series A funding round co-led by Electric Capital and Paradigm to develop private settlement tools and tokenization systems for Wall Street institutions on Ethereum. Founders include Ethereum veteran Danny Ryan and trader Vivek Raman. The funding follows grants from Vitalik Buterin and the Ethereum Foundation.
Lido Launches GG Vault for One-Click DeFi Yield Access
The Lido Ecosystem Foundation introduced GG Vault, a new product that automates allocation of ETH, WETH, stETH and wstETH deposits across multiple DeFi protocols. The Vault integrates Uniswap, Aave, Euler, Balancer and other platforms under a single interface. The launch aims to simplify yield generation and support validator diversity.
U.S. Bank Resumes Bitcoin Custody and Adds ETF Support
U.S. Bank restarted institutional bitcoin custody services after a pause in 2022, now offering support for spot bitcoin ETFs. NYDIG will act as sub-custodian for digital assets under the bank’s Global Fund Services. The relaunch follows enhanced regulatory clarity and demand from fund managers.
Stellar Protocol 23 Upgrade Triggers Exchange Trading Pauses
Major exchanges including Upbit suspended XLM trading ahead of the Stellar Protocol 23 network upgrade to ensure stability during the transition. XLM price action consolidated between $0.36 and $0.37, with resistance at $0.37 and support at $0.36. Participants await post-upgrade price levels and network performance.
U.S. CFTC Grants No-Action Letter to Polymarket’s QCX Acquisition
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued a no-action letter for QCX, the recently acquired platform by Polymarket, waiving certain disclosure and data requirements. The decision applies at the staff level and permits QCX to offer event contracts under defined conditions. The move reflects a more permissive regulatory stance toward prediction markets in the United States.
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Crypto Digest — 04 September 2025
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Stellar’s Protocol 23 Upgrade Prompts Trading Pauses on Upbit
Upbit suspended XLM trading ahead of Stellar’s Protocol 23 upgrade to safeguard network stability. XLM price consolidated between $0.36 and $0.37, with traders eyeing key resistance at $0.45 and support near $0.30 post-upgrade.
CFTC Issues No-Action Letter for Polymarket’s QCX Unit
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission granted a no-action letter to QCX, Polymarket’s recently acquired prediction-market platform, easing certain disclosure and recordkeeping requirements. The decision reflects a more permissive regulatory stance toward event contracts.
Kevin O’Leary Labels NFTs a Fad During $13M Card Purchase
Investor Kevin O’Leary described nonfungible tokens as a passing trend after acquiring a $13 million collectible card. The purchase underscores ongoing speculation in high-end digital and physical collectibles amid waning interest in NFT markets.
🔎 Coin Research — Portal to Bitcoin (PTB) — 04 September 2025
New weekly coin research for Portal to Bitcoin (PTB). — Score: 8.00/10 TL;DR: Trust-minimized atomic swaps protocol enabling native Bitcoin interoperability
CLARITY Act’s Definition of 'Mature' Blockchains Faces Critique
A recent analysis of the CLARITY Act’s criterion for defining mature blockchains highlights gaps in its approach, particularly in areas of decentralization, security and governance. Experts argue the measure oversimplifies network maturity and omits key technical benchmarks.
Solana Surges 33% Since August, Analyst Sees More Upside
Solana has outperformed major cryptocurrencies with a 33% gain since early August, driven by fund inflows and rotation from BTC and ETH. Up to $2.6 billion in treasury and ETF demand could fuel further upside. Retail and institutional flows underpin bullish patterns.
Ondo Finance Unveils Tokenized U.S. Stocks and ETFs on Ethereum
Ondo Finance launched Ondo Global Markets on Sept. 3, offering tokenized shares of over 100 U.S. stocks and ETFs on Ethereum. Backed by U.S.-registered broker-dealers, the tokens grant on-chain transferability while preserving full equity rights. The platform targets non-U.S. investors and plans expansion to Solana and BNB Chain.
Utila Secures $22M to Expand Stablecoin Infrastructure Platform
Utila closed a $22 million extension of its March Series A round, tripling its valuation in six months. The firm offers enterprise stablecoin operations, handling payments, treasury and trading for clients like neobanks and payment providers, and plans expansion into Latin America, Africa and Asia-Pacific.
Crypto Markets Today: Bitcoin Languishes as Altcoins Outperform
Bitcoin traded near $112,470 on Sept. 3, underperforming major altcoins such as Ether and Solana. Open interest climbed to $114 billion, with liquidation clusters signaling key resistance at $112,200 and support near $110,000. Market breadth favored smaller tokens amid muted volatility.
Bitcoin Treads Water Ahead of U.S. Jobs Report
Bitcoin traded in a narrow range on Sept. 3 as investors awaited the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics jobs data. A softer jobs figure could spur rate-cut expectations and boost crypto markets, while stronger data might weigh on risk assets amid Fed tightening concerns.
U.S. SEC, CFTC Jointly Endorse Spot Crypto Trading for Registered Platforms
The SEC and CFTC issued a joint statement clarifying that registered national securities exchanges and derivative platforms may facilitate certain spot crypto asset trading. The agencies invited inquiries on compliance processes ahead of pending Congressional market structure legislation.
Strategy Raises Dividend on STRC Offering to Attract Yield-Seeking Investors
Strategy (MSTR) increased the annual dividend on its STRC preferred stock to 10% from 9% to drive the price toward the $100 par target. The September payout was set at $0.8333 per share. Dividends for STRF, STRK and STRD were also declared, reflecting broader distribution of yield across preferred offerings.
Bitcoin Traders Warn of 12% Monthly Drop as Solana Leads Majors Gains
Seasonal precedent and fragile sentiment warn of further bitcoin weakness in September after historical average losses of 12%. Crypto market cap slid to a three-week low of $3.74 trillion as Solana outperformed with 4% gains. Traders cite macro uncertainty, thin volumes and lack of catalysts as drivers of caution.
Winklevoss Twins Back $147M Raise for Treasury’s Landmark European Bitcoin Listing
Winklevoss Capital and Nakamoto Holdings led a €126 million ($147 million) funding round for Netherlands-based Treasury BV to acquire over 1 000 BTC. The investment supports a reverse merger listing on Euronext Amsterdam and acquisition of Bitcoin Amsterdam conference, aiming to position Treasury as Europe’s leading public bitcoin treasury.
Venus Protocol Restores Services, Recovers Stolen Funds After $27M Exploit
Venus Protocol on BNB Chain fully restored withdrawals and liquidations after a malicious contract update drained an estimated $27 million. Security teams verified front-end integrity and confirmed recovery of all siphoned funds. Native token XVS remained down around 2.69% despite assurances of fund safety.
Crypto Exchange OKX Fined $2.6M in Netherlands for Failing to Register With Dutch National Bank
The Dutch National Bank imposed a €2.25 million fine on Aux Cayes Fintech Co. (OKX) for operating without mandatory registration from July 2023 to August 2024. The penalty was reduced in recognition of remediation efforts and migration of Dutch users to a fully MiCA-licensed entity. The action underscores stricter enforcement ahead of full MiCA enforcement.
Crypto.com CEO Foresees Q4 Rally on Fed Rate Cut
Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek predicts that a Fed rate cut at the Sept. 17 meeting will drive a strong fourth-quarter for digital assets. With a 91.7% probability priced into CME futures, Marszalek expects improved revenue and plans to explore prediction market and IPO opportunities under easing policy.
XRP Trading Idea: Triangle Setup Eyes $3.30 Rally
XRP traded between $2.76 and $2.86 amid geopolitical and Fed rate-cut uncertainties, with whale accumulation of 340 million tokens over two weeks. A symmetrical triangle pattern supports a breakout toward $3.30 if key resistance levels at $2.86 and $3.00 are cleared.
DOGE/BTC Breakout Signals Upside if $0.22 Clears
Dogecoin reversed midday pressure with a 4% intraday swing and closed up 1% at $0.213 on 21% above-average volume. A descending triangle pattern on DOGE/BTC pairs has broken upward, suggesting a continuation toward $0.25 if the $0.22 level holds.
Figure Technologies Files for $4.13B Nasdaq IPO
Figure Technologies, the blockchain lender founded by Mike Cagney, plans to raise up to $526 million in a Nasdaq IPO at a valuation of $4.13 billion. The firm has originated over $16 billion in home equity lines of credit via its Provenance blockchain and merged with Figure Markets earlier this year.
Asia Morning Briefing: Stablecoins Link Crypto Liquidity to Fed Policy
Stablecoin market has almost doubled to $280 billion in a year, tying crypto liquidity directly to Federal Reserve policy. Analysts forecast growth to $1.2 trillion by 2028 and debate potential stability risks akin to a 2008-style liquidity crunch. Experts call for unified market structures to deliver efficiency and resilience.
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