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Galaxy Digital, Terawulf lean on data center business to cut losses in Q2 earnings

RegulationAug 13

Galaxy Digital (NASDAQ: GLXY) and TeraWulf (NASDAQ: WULF), two pure play Bitcoin miners to have made the AI pivot, saw contrasting fortunes as both firms turned in their respective scorecards for the second quarter of 2026 on August 5. Both firms’ relatively nascent AI data center businesses did a lot of the heavy lifting in the Q2 results, which were released before markets opened Wednesday. TeraWulf’s profits set it up for a pre-market run while Galaxy’s loss set off a slide that has grown to almost 7%. How did markets react to Galaxy’s Q2 earnings report? Investors were not impressed…

Cardano Founder Says “We Have Huge Things Coming for Midnight,” Reaffirms NIGHT Strength After Wanchain Bridge Exploit

AltcoinsAug 13

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has emphasized that Midnight’s long-term fundamentals remain strong despite the recent Wanchain bridge exploit that briefly rattled the market. In a post on X, the Cardano founder said Midnight continues to hold significant fundamental value and revealed that the project has a roadmap packed with major upcoming developments. He also praised the ecosystem’s technology, commercialization strategy, and leadership team. “There is fundamental value in Midnight, and we have some huge things coming for Midnight. It’s an incredible ecosystem with wonderful technology, commercialization, and leadership,” Hoskinson stated. However, Hoskinson did not reveal details about the upcoming initiatives…

Rick Scott Calls on Senate to Pass CLARITY Act, Citing Need for Crypto Rules

LegalAug 13

U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) is pressing his colleagues to advance the CLARITY Act, a piece of legislation aimed at establishing a clearer regulatory framework for digital assets. In a recent interview with Fox Business, Scott emphasized his commitment to the bill and urged fellow senators to continue negotiations to secure its passage. What is the CLARITY Act? The CLARITY Act, which stands for Clear Legislation for Authorization and Regulation of Digital Assets, is designed to address the fragmented regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies in the United States. The bill seeks to define which federal agencies have jurisdiction over digital assets,…

BitMart gives US users just days to pull crypto before aggressive new compliance checks risk freezing their assets

ExchangesAug 13

The BitMart withdrawal deadline for users covered by its U.S. rules is Aug. 8 at 23:59 UTC, an earlier regional cutoff than the exchange's Aug. 26 global trading halt. The U.S. user notice applies to people who reside in or are located in the United States, as well as anyone otherwise treated as a U.S. user under BitMart's agreement and policies. Covered users are told to cancel outstanding orders, close applicable positions, redeem or withdraw eligible product balances, and remove their remaining assets. They may also need to convert or withdraw assets that are not supported by their intended destination.…

Does Ukraine Need Bitcoin Mining for Its Post-War Reconstruction?

MiningAug 13

Ukraine’s reconstruction may create a limited but practical role for Bitcoin mining within its damaged electricity system. Rather than directly financing rebuilding, mining could instead act as a flexible buyer for electricity that cannot yet reach homes, businesses, or industrial users. In that context, the Bitcoin Policy Institute argues that miners could operate near power plants, consume stranded electricity, and reduce or halt usage when demand rises elsewhere. Such flexibility could be particularly relevant during reconstruction, given the scale of Ukraine’s energy damage and broader rebuilding needs. Bitcoin Mining’s Role in Ukraine’s $588 Billion Rebuild The World Bank, European Commission,…

FLOCK Integrates Chainlink CCIP for Cross-Chain Token Transfers Across Five Networks

BlockchainAug 13

Decentralized artificial intelligence project FLOCK announced on Aug. 12 via its official X account that it has integrated Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) to enable seamless FLOCK token transfers across multiple blockchain networks. The integration allows FLOCK to operate as a Chainlink Cross-Chain Token (CCT), expanding its accessibility to users on Base, Ethereum, $BNB Chain, HyperEVM, and Robinhood Chain. Expanding FLOCK’s Multi-Chain Presence The adoption of Chainlink CCIP marks a significant step for FLOCK in its mission to decentralize AI development. By leveraging CCIP’s standardized cross-chain infrastructure, FLOCK aims to reduce friction for token holders and developers who operate across…

This spot Bitcoin ETF only logged six inflow days ever – now investors have until August 17 before forced cash liquidation

BitcoinAug 13

Hashdex will stop trading its DEFI Bitcoin ETF after the Aug. 17 close, giving investors a final window to exit before the fund is liquidated. According to an SEC filing, investors who remain after trading ends will receive cash from the liquidation of its Bitcoin holdings by Aug. 28. The eventual payout will reflect the fund’s net asset value after Bitcoin price movements, transaction costs, and other closing expenses. The approaching deadline is already shrinking the fund. Hashdex data showed DEFI held about $8.7 million in assets and 134.95 $BTC on Aug. 11, down from $11.77 million and 180.26 $BTC…

Strategy Sets Bold Goal to Become the World's Largest Public Company

RegulationAug 13

Bitcoin Holdings Anchor Strategy’s Corporate Ambition Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) reiterated its ambition to become the world’s largest company by market capitalization in an Aug. 5 post on X, reaffirming a goal it first outlined in its Q2 2026 financial results presentation released on July 30. The company said it plans to achieve that objective by owning the most capital through bitcoin, issuing the strongest credit through its STRC digital credit security, and creating the best equity through MSTR. The company’s presentation places bitcoin, digital credit, and common equity within a reinforcing capital structure. $BTC provides the reserve base, STRC…

Polygon Deploys Ithaca Upgrade on Testnet, Mainnet Launch Set for July 29

AltcoinsAug 13

Polygon (POL) announced on its official X account that it has successfully deployed the Ithaca hard fork on the Amoy testnet. The upgrade is scheduled to go live on the mainnet at 2:00 p.m. UTC on July 29. What the Ithaca Upgrade Brings The Ithaca hard fork is designed to enhance the stability of payments made on the Polygon network. According to the team, the upgrade introduces an automatic mechanism that can intervene if issues arise on the chain, helping to keep transactions running smoothly without manual intervention. This is expected to reduce the risk of payment disruptions and improve…

GameShame Studios founder details Raijin Protocol’s roadmap in NeoPod’s sixth AMA

GameFiAug 13

GameShame Studios founder Nidhish Sajwan named Neo X’s MEV-resistant design as a core reason for building Raijin Protocol on the chain. Sajwan shared this anecdote in NeoPod’s sixth community AMA, stating transaction ordering and competitive fairness were non-negotiable requirements for the game’s architecture. Raijin Protocol, the aerial combat PvP game GameShame has been under development on Neo X since 2025. The team has also received Phase One and Phase Two funding from GrantShares. Choosing Neo X Sajwan was direct about the reasoning behind the chain selection. He described the decision as a deliberate evaluation of what the infrastructure could actually…