Canadian fintech funding hits $1.62B in H1 2025 amid crypto and AI investments
Canadian fintech companies raised $1.62 billion in the first half of 2025, led by digital asset and AI startups, according to KPMG Canada’s Pulse of Fintech report. That funding level trails the $2.4 billion raised in H1 2024 but reflects sustained investor interest. U.S. regulatory support for crypto and increasing AI adoption are expected to drive a strong second half.
Eric Trump predicts bitcoin reaching $175K and corporate expansion plans in Asia
Eric Trump, co-founder of American Bitcoin, forecasted bitcoin will reach $175,000 this year and $1,000,000 long term after describing himself as a “bitcoin maxi.” American Bitcoin is exploring acquisitions in Japan and Hong Kong to serve as digital asset treasury vehicles. A Sept. 1 Metaplanet shareholder meeting in Tokyo is scheduled following the Bitcoin Asia conference in Hong Kong.
Bitcoin Liquid Staking Gains Momentum as Lombard Launches BARD Token and Foundation
Lombard launched the Liquid Bitcoin Foundation and $BARD token with a $6.75M sale to onboard LBTC holders. Bitcoin liquid staking market cap is $2.5B, with LBTC at $1.4B, enabling BTC in DeFi applications.
Brazil’s 17.5% Crypto Tax Signals End of Tax-Friendly Era
Brazil replaced minor crypto gain exemptions with a flat 17.5% capital gains tax on digital assets. The move follows Portugal’s 2023 tax revisions and may prompt other jurisdictions to tighten crypto rules. Retail investors face increased tax burdens.
Public Firms Nearly Doubled Bitcoin Treasuries in H1 2025, Raising Skepticism
Public companies holding Bitcoin nearly doubled to 134 firms in H1 2025, amassing 244,991 BTC according to K33 Research. Firms in jurisdictions with limited crypto access saw the most growth. Analysts warn some may leverage reserves for short-term PR.
AAVE Leads Top 40 Cryptocurrencies With 19% Surge in One Day
AAVE rallied 18.7% to $355.29 amid its V3 launch on Aptos and dovish Fed signals. Aptos deployment included audits, bug bounty and initial asset caps. WLFI exposure was cited as an undervalued catalyst.
XRP Surges 9% Before Pullback Caps Rally Near $3
XRP surged 8.56% to $3.03 after breaking above $3.00, driven by dovish Fed commentary and on-chain volume increase. Settlement volumes on the XRP Ledger rose 500%, indicating potential institutional interest. Support at $3.00 is key.
High-Leverage Trader Opens 25x Ether Long as ETH Hits New High
Crypto trader James Wynn opened a 25x leveraged long on Ether worth $139,215 as ETH surged above $4,860 on August 23. The position shows unrealized gains of over 267%, while a parallel 10x Dogecoin long valued at $206,130 is slightly underwater. Wynn’s combined exposure highlights renewed appetite for high-risk trading strategies.
Ethereum Liquidations Top $388M Ahead of $10K Targets
Ethereum’s price surge past $4,800 on August 23 triggered $388 million in liquidations, the largest among all crypto assets in 24 hours. Total market liquidations reached $769 million, impacting over 183,000 traders. Analysts view the flush as a setup for a cleaner rebound toward $10,000 if institutional demand persists.
XRP and Solana Flash Bullish Signals Amid Institutional Flows
XRP rebounded above $3 and Solana rose 10% to near $206 on August 23 as institutional adoption and ETF optimism fueled buying. Analysts cite structural inflows and technical breakouts as drivers, with targets of $4 for XRP and $250-$260 for Solana if momentum holds above key support levels.
Ether Likely to Top $5K as Powell Sparks Crypto Rally
Ether and Bitcoin rallied on August 23 after Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s dovish remarks at Jackson Hole boosted rate-cut expectations. Analysts forecast new highs for both digital assets but warn of corporate treasury adoption challenges and equity market volatility. Spot ETF inflows and institutional buying remain key factors.
Dogecoin Forms Bullish Structure After High-Volume Breakout
Dogecoin surged 11% to $0.24 on August 23 following a high-volume breakout that doubled average trading volumes. Institutional interest drove the rally amid supportive signals from Federal Reserve policy and Wyoming’s state-backed stablecoin launch. Technical indicators point to sustained buying pressure above $0.21 support.
Ether Poised to Top $5K as Powell Spurs Rally
Ethereum ETFs saw $287.6 million inflows as Ether rallied over 10%, nearing $4,800, after Fed Chair Powell signaled rate cuts. Asset managers forecast Ether exceeding $5,000 soon, though corporate treasury deal quality and equity volatility pose risks. Bitcoin also eyed new all-time highs.
Ether Surges to Record $4,866 High
Ether reached a new record high of $4,866.73, surpassing its November 2021 peak after a 15% rally. The token has gained over 40% year-to-date, outpacing Bitcoin amid renewed institutional demand. The surge reflects growing confidence in Ethereum’s long-term utility and reserve asset status.
Bitcoin Breaks Above $117K, Bears Get Liquidated
Bitcoin surged over 5% to an intraday peak of $117,300 after Fed Chair Powell hinted at a September rate cut at Jackson Hole. Short positions worth $379.9 million were liquidated, with Ether accounting for $193 million of that total. The move signals renewed bullish momentum in crypto markets.
US DOJ to Ease Enforcement on Decentralized Crypto Platforms
US Department of Justice said it will no longer target developers of decentralized crypto platforms acting without criminal intent. The policy shift abandons money transmitter charges for code writers, focusing instead on bad-faith actors. Tornado Cash co-founder case highlighted debate over code vs intent.
EU Proposes Tight Limits on Non-EU Crypto Firms
European Securities and Markets Authority proposed strict conditions for crypto companies based outside the EU to serve EU customers directly. The draft rules aim to prevent regulatory arbitrage and ensure a level playing field by requiring foreign firms to host critical functions within the bloc. Final approval pending member-state sign-off.
US SEC Denies Coinbase Petition for New Crypto Rules
US Securities and Exchange Commission rejected a petition from Coinbase Global requesting new rulemaking for digital assets. The denial maintains existing regulatory framework and may prompt legal action from the exchange. The decision reinforces SEC’s cautious stance on creating bespoke crypto regulations.
Circle, Coinbase, Strategy Stocks Surge on Rate Cut Hopes
Shares of Circle, Coinbase, and Strategy surged as traders bet on a potential Fed rate cut. Crypto-linked stocks outperformed broader indices, reflecting renewed institutional interest in digital asset equities. Trading volumes spiked by over 40%.
Crypto Futures Liquidations Hit $375M After Bitcoin and Ether Spike
Over $375 million in crypto futures positions were liquidated following a sharp rally in Bitcoin and Ether. High-leverage longs bore the brunt amid swift price movements. Derivatives exchanges reported record-high funding rates and order-book imbalances.
Lido and Ethena Rally Over 10% as Traders Snap Up Staking Tokens
Lido’s staked ether token and Ethena’s synthetic yield token both surged more than 10% amid broader market optimism. Traders cited attractive yields, reduced funding costs, and anticipation of protocol upgrades as drivers. Volume spiked significantly on DeFi platforms.
Bitcoin Price to Hit $1.3M by 2035, Says Asset Manager Bitwise
Crypto asset manager Bitwise projects bitcoin could reach $1.3 million by 2035, driven by institutional adoption, inflation-hedge demand, and its fixed supply. The firm warns that volatility and regulatory shifts remain key risks to projections. The prediction implies a 28.3% annualized return.
Chainlink's LINK Rallies 12% to New 2025 High Amid Token Buyback
LINK surged 12% following dovish comments by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, breaking through its strongest price since December. Institutional buying and recent token purchase initiatives underpinned the rally. Security certifications further bolstered market confidence.
EU Exploring Ethereum and Solana for Digital Euro Infrastructure
The European Central Bank is reportedly evaluating public blockchains such as Ethereum and Solana for its digital euro design, marking a potential shift from private ledger models to open networks to enhance interoperability.
Taiwan Indicts 14 in $72M Cryptocurrency Laundering Scheme
Taiwanese prosecutors charged 14 individuals for orchestrating the nation’s largest cryptocurrency money laundering scheme, involving more than $71.9 million defrauded from over 1,500 victims and seeking seizure of USDT, Bitcoin and other assets.
BlackRock-Led Spot Ether ETFs Attract $287M Net Inflows
US spot Ether exchange-traded funds recorded $287.6 million in net inflows, snapping a four-day outflow streak, led by $233.5 million into BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust and $28.5 million into Fidelity’s fund.
Australia Orders External Audit of Binance AML Controls
Australia’s financial crime agency has mandated Binance’s local unit to appoint an external auditor to assess its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing controls, citing oversight weaknesses and limited review scope.
Bitcoin Volatility Collapse Forces Speculative Traders Elsewhere
Annualized volatility for Bitcoin has dropped to around 38%, comparable to blue-chip stocks, driving speculative traders to seek higher-risk opportunities elsewhere. Market behavior reflects increased institutional adoption.
Bitcoiner Loses $91M in Single Social Engineering Heist
A crypto investor fell victim to a social engineering attack that drained 783 BTC valued at $91 million. Impostors posing as exchange and hardware wallet support convinced the victim to reveal private keys, after which the funds were laundered through a Wasabi Wallet.
Australia Regulator Takedown Hits 14K Online Scams, 21% Involving Crypto
Australia’s markets regulator has removed 14,000 online scams since July 2023, with over 3,000 targeting cryptocurrency investors. The campaign uses takedown powers and third-party cybercrime detection to disrupt phishing sites and fraudulent ads, and will expand to include social media channels.
Strategy Executive Insists Bitcoin Buys Do Not Influence Market Price
MicroStrategy’s corporate treasurer stated that the company’s continuous Bitcoin purchases are executed to minimize price impact by using over-the-counter desks and liquidity-sourcing techniques. Strategy currently holds over 629,000 BTC and structures buys to align with market depth rather than move prices.
CFTC Launches Second"Crypto Sprint" to Enhance Spot Market Oversight
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission initiated its second “crypto sprint” to implement recommendations from the President’s Working Group on Digital Asset Markets. The sprint focuses on spot trading oversight, transparency, systemic risk reduction and consumer protection, with public consultation open until October 20, 2025.
$4.8B Crypto Options Expiry Looms on Deribit Ahead of Jackson Hole
Over $4.8 billion in crypto options on Deribit are set to expire on August 22, 2025 at 08:00 UTC, with Bitcoin options representing $3.83 billion and a put/call ratio of 1.31. Ethereum options worth $948 million show a more balanced put/call ratio of 0.82. The event follows last week’s $5 billion expiry and coincides with Fed Chair remarks at Jackson Hole.
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🔎 Coin Research — 0xsim by Virtuals (SAGE) — 23 August 2025
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🔎 Coin Research — PokPok Agent Brain by Virtuals (CTDA) — 22 August 2025
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China explores yuan-backed stablecoin framework for global use
China’s State Council will review a roadmap to authorize yuan-backed stablecoins as part of an internationalization strategy. Proposals include regulatory guidelines, risk management protocols, and pilot launches in Hong Kong and Shanghai to enhance the yuan’s cross-border payments and compete with US dollar–pegged digital currencies.
US DOJ to deprioritize money transmitter prosecutions for crypto developers
The US Department of Justice will cease pursuing charges against software developers for creating decentralized crypto platforms without criminal intent. Acting Assistant Attorney General Matthew Galeotti stated that writing code alone is not a crime, marking a shift away from unlicensed money transmitter prosecutions in the digital assets sector.
Asia’s Wealthy Investors Seek More Crypto in Portfolios
High-net-worth families and family offices across Asia are increasing cryptocurrency allocations amid market rallies, new stablecoin laws in Hong Kong, and U.S. GENIUS Act–driven regulatory clarity, with Bitcoin topping $124,000.
CME Group and FanDuel Debut Event Contracts Platform for Mainstream Market Betting
CME Group has partnered with FanDuel to launch an event contracts platform enabling yes/no wagers on benchmarks including S&P 500, commodities, macro releases, and cryptocurrencies, aiming to democratize access to regulated derivatives.
Kyrgyz President Seeks Support After UK Sanctions Cryptocurrency Networks
Kyrgyzstan’s president has appealed to the U.S. and U.K. for assistance following sanctions on local cryptocurrency networks imposed over alleged support for Russian evasion of international financial controls.
MetaMask Introduces mUSD Stablecoin Backed by Dollar Equivalent Assets
MetaMask has launched mUSD, a new dollar-pegged stablecoin on Ethereum and Linea, with plans for a linked debit card for on-chain payment. The token aims to enhance on-chain utility through low fees and regulatory compliance.
South Korean Financial Executives to Meet With Tether and Circle to Discuss Stablecoin Distribution
Executives from Tether and Circle will meet with top South Korean banks this week to explore distribution of dollar-pegged and won-backed stablecoins ahead of the country’s planned stablecoin regulatory framework.
Bitcoin Falters in Choppy Market, Ether Remains Resilient
Bitcoin fell below USD 116 000 amid choppy trading as investors reprice risk ahead of the Jackson Hole symposium, extending a modest pullback from recent peaks. Ether held firm above USD 4 200, supported by bullish ETF sentiment and network growth. Traders track Fed policymaker comments for cues on U.S. rates, while DeFi and institutional demand keep mid-cap tokens steady during broader market swings.
Ethereum News: BlackRock ETF Flows and Network Activity Drive Price Breakout
BlackRock’s ETHA ETF attracted USD 1.02 billion inflows on August 11, now holding nearly 58% of all Ethereum ETF assets. Robust network usage—1.74 million daily transactions in early August and 46.7 million in July—fuelled a bullish breakout above key resistance. Analysts highlight USD 4 150 as critical support; a weekly close above USD 4 550 may signal fresh highs, while breaks below USD 4 150 could see a correction to USD 3 650–3 750.
China Weighs Yuan-Backed Stablecoins to Boost Currency Internationalisation
China’s State Council is set to review a plan this month to permit yuan-backed stablecoins, marking a reversal from the 2021 ban on crypto trading and mining. Roadmap drafts include usage targets, domestic regulator roles and risk guidelines, with Hong Kong and Shanghai to pilot implementations. Move aims to enhance yuan’s global payment share amid U.S. dollar dominance and ahead of a G20 summit discussion in Tianjin.
Asia’s Wealthy Investors Accelerate Cryptocurrency Allocations
High-net-worth families and family offices across Asia are increasing cryptocurrency holdings, driven by record digital asset returns and supportive regulations like the GENIUS Act and Hong Kong stablecoin framework. Wealth managers report surging enquiries and trading volumes, with some planning allocations up to 5% of portfolio value. Emerging strategies include market-neutral trades and arbitrage, while institutions eye direct token exposure amid growing ETF and fund interest.