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US CPI Report Releases Today: What To Expect

RegulationAug 6

The much awaited U.S. CPI report will be released today, and crypto traders are preparing for a volatile session. With the crypto market already down 0.3% to $2.16 trillion and Bitcoin trading near $62,400, today’s inflation data could decide whether the next move is a rally or another sell off. June CPI Report According to Polymarket, June CPI is expected to increase 0.2% from the previous month, lower than the 0.5% rise recorded in May. On a yearly basis, inflation is expected to ease to 3.8%, down from 4.2% in the previous reading. Investors will also closely watch the Core…

Sei Network Goes Post-Quantum: What is SIP-5?

AltcoinsAug 6

SIP-5 is a draft proposal from Sei Labs (@Sei_Labs) that gives every EVM account on Sei Network (@SeiNetwork) a ready-made path to quantum-safe security, without changing addresses, balances, or transaction history. The proposal was filed on July 27, 2026, and announced a day later. No quantum computer capable of breaking Sei's cryptography exists today, and that is exactly the point: build the fire escape before anyone smells smoke. Sei confirmed the release on X with a short message: "The first proposed plan for Sei to become quantum-secure is live." Why Would a Blockchain Need Quantum Protection? Sei, like every EVM…

BNY Mellon unit joins MiCA register as ESMA adds 15 providers

LegalAug 6

European authorities added 15 crypto companies including a BNY Mellon unit to the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework register in the third update of regulated providers since the July 1 transitional deadline. With the European Securities and Markets Authority’s (ESMA) update on Friday, its interim MiCA register shows 309 licensed crypto-asset service providers (CASPs). The latest entries include four banking institutions, including BNY SA/NV, the Belgian subsidiary of US banking giant BNY Mellon, and three German banks, alongside digital asset platforms such as BitPay, Coinify and Bleap. The update comes as regulators continue building out the MiCA framework, which introduced…

Gold Prepares Short Squeeze as Bitcoin 3-Month Setup Targets Q1 Highs

BitcoinAug 6

Gold (Au) is setting up for a short squeeze as gold funds posted -$2.3 billion outflows last week, marking the fourth consecutive weekly decline, with a 4-week average of -$2.0 billion. This is only below the -$3.5 billion 4-week average record seen in February. Meanwhile, Bitcoin ($BTC) is preparing a 3-Month short squeeze timeframe confluences added with the candle range theory. Gold Outflows Hit -$2.3B, the Second-Largest on Record According to sources, gold funds recorded -$2.3 billion in net outflows last week, marking the fourth consecutive week of withdrawals. This pushed the four-week average to approximately -$2.0 billion, the second-largest…

Ethereum EIP-8361 Targets Staking Growth With New Issuance Burn Proposal

EthereumAug 6

Ethereum’s staking success may have created a new problem, at least according to the authors behind newly submitted EIP-8361. The proposal introduces a Tapered Issuance Burn mechanism designed to remove incentives for staking beyond 50% of Ethereum’s total supply, arguing that the network’s current issuance curve encourages unlimited validator growth instead of allowing market forces to determine equilibrium. Ethereum Staking Debate Intensifies Again The proposal claims Ethereum crossed a one-third staking ratio in April 2026 and has continued climbing each month. Under the existing issuance model, staking yield reportedly never falls below roughly 1.5% even if the entire $ETH supply…

How to Earn INK Points

AltcoinsAug 6

Ink is an Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain built by Kraken on the OP Stack, designed as a low-fee home for DeFi within the Optimism Superchain. The US-based crypto exchange has confirmed a future INK token airdrop through its Kraken Drops program, with Kraken Pro trading activity currently the only confirmed way to earn points toward it. 🚨 Kraken is leveling up$INK and Ink Layer-2 are coming to Kraken's products to deliver new onchain experiences. Built for scale, ready for the world. → $INK to join Kraken Drops 👀 → CeFi x DeFi? not a bridge 🤝 a fusion https://t.co/6qGFH7XDb5 —…

Scaramucci Says Clarity Act Is Major Improvement Over Crypto 'Wild West'

LegalAug 6

American financier Anthony Scaramucci has once again thrown his support behind the Clarity Act, claiming that the imperfect legislative effort is still ten times better than the Wild West. The Clarity Act, which aims to create clear rules for the nascent asset class in the United States, has been on everyone's lips over the past few months due to constant negotiations on Capitol Hill. "Bank the win" Echoing recent comments made by Ripple executives, Scaramucci claims that perfection should not be the standard, arguing that the necessary compromises have already been made to find the common middle ground, but this…

Ripple and Bitso Expand Payments Partnership to Enhance Latin American Settlements

ExchangesAug 6

Ripple has announced an expansion of its long-standing partnership with Bitso, aimed at enhancing payment solutions across Latin America. This strategic move involves the issuance of Bitso’s regulated MXN-backed stablecoin, MXNB, on the $XRP Ledger (XRPL). This integration is expected to support enterprise stablecoin settlements and improve liquidity in the region, indicating a significant step forward in the evolution of digital payments. More details can be found in their official tweet. The Latest The crypto market is currently displaying mixed signals, but Ripple’s collaboration with Bitso stands out as a significant development. The integration of MXNB into Ripple’s Payments on…

Cryptocurrency Wallet Provider Exodus (EXOD) Sold This Altcoin While Buying Bitcoin and Solana! Here Are the Details

BitcoinAug 6

Cryptocurrency wallet provider Exodus (EXOD) has announced its digital asset reserves for May. The company increased its Bitcoin ($BTC) and Solana ($SOL) positions while decreasing its Ethereum ($ETH) holdings. The data indicates that the company is beginning to place more weight on Bitcoin and Solana in its portfolio strategy. According to information published by Exodus, the company purchased an additional 27 Bitcoin in May, bringing its total Bitcoin reserves to 656 $BTC. The increasing popularity of Bitcoin as a reserve asset among institutional investors may have influenced these purchases. The company also increased its investments in the Solana ecosystem during…

Ethereum crypto price holds above $1,850, but can ETH break $1,900?

EthereumAug 6

Ethereum [$ETH] traded near $1,876 after recovering steadily from its June lows, but the rally has begun to lose momentum as buyers struggle to push the token above the $1,900 resistance zone. The broader recovery remains intact. However, softer capital inflows, lighter trading volume, and only modest institutional demand suggest Ethereum may need a stronger catalyst before attempting another breakout. $ETH continues to face resistance near $1,900 Ethereum rebounded from around $1,500 in June before climbing towards $1,950 during July. Since then, the recovery has stalled. The $1,900-$1,950 range has repeatedly capped buying attempts, making it the key resistance area…