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While crypto markets were quite volatile in August and bitcoin lost 6.49% during the month, the stablecoin economy grew by more than $17 billion. Stablecoins Soar by $17B in August Despite Crypto Market Chaos As of Sept. 2, 2025, defillama.com data shows the fiat-pegged, U.S. dollar-driven crypto economy holds a value of $284.558 billion. On Aug. 1, it measured $267.091 billion, reflecting growth of $17.467 billion since then. About $3.2 billion of that increase came from tether ( USDT), which carries a market cap near $167.97 billion, representing 59.03% of the stablecoin market’s total worth. Stablecoin economy stats according to…

Outgoing CFTC Commissioner Kristin Johnson delivered a pointed farewell warning Wednesday, cautioning against inadequate oversight of emerging markets such as crypto trading platforms and prediction markets. Speaking at the Brookings Institution, Johnson used her final speech to point out critical gaps in regulatory frameworks governing prediction markets and crypto platforms, saying that “we have too few guardrails and too little visibility into the prediction market landscape.” On the same day as her farewell address, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued a no-action letter clearing Polymarket to resume U.S. operations after the prediction market platform acquired regulated exchange QCX for $112…

The cryptocurrency world is buzzing with news from South Korea, where a crucial meeting is set to address the ongoing saga of the Binance Gopax acquisition. This isn’t just another corporate deal; it involves a lawmaker stepping in to tackle delays and investor concerns. Let’s dive into why this development is so significant for the digital asset landscape. What’s Behind the Binance Gopax Acquisition Delay? Min Byung-deok, a prominent lawmaker and chairman of the ruling Democratic Party’s Digital Asset Committee, is scheduled to meet with Richard Teng, the CEO of Binance, next week. The core of their discussion will revolve…

A significant leap forward for Web3 has just arrived! Mysten Labs, the innovative developer behind the high-performance blockchain Sui (SUI), has officially launched Seal on its mainnet. This groundbreaking service is set to revolutionize Sui data privacy, offering decentralized data privacy management that addresses a critical need in the blockchain ecosystem. For anyone building or interacting with decentralized applications, understanding Seal’s capabilities is essential for a more secure digital future. What is Seal and Why Does it Matter for Sui Data Privacy? Seal is a decentralized data privacy management service designed to bring robust privacy features directly to the Sui…

Ethereum’s (ETH) supply on centralized exchanges (CEXs) has dropped to just 18.5 million ETH, the lowest it’s been in years. In part, the decline comes as a result of the weakening Bitcoin (BTC) dominance, with investor demand increasingly tilting toward Ethereum due to its yield potential. Accordingly, the market is speculating whether falling supply and rising demand could pave the way for a significant squeeze. Ethereum ever more popular as a long-term holding At press time, Ethereum’s total circulating supply stands at 120.7 million ETH, yet reserves on exchanges have now dropped to 18.5 million according to August 25 data…

Strategy (MSTR), the bitcoin BTC$111,035.45 treasury company that has sold tranches of preferred stock to raise money to buy more of the largest cryptocurrency, increased the dividend on its STRC offering to attract more investors and push the price toward its $100 target. The Tysons Corner, Virginia-based company increased the payout by 1 percentage point to an annualized 10%, Executive Chairman Michael Saylor said in a Tuesday post on X. Reflecting the increase, the monthly dividend for September will be $0.8333 per share. In addition, the company said it bought another 4,048 BTC, bringing its total holdings to 636,505 BTC.…

Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. The following opinion editorial was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. NFTs, Intellectual Property, and the Legal Challenges of AI-Generated Assets As non-fungible tokens (NFTs) continue to evolve from digital collectibles into tools for commerce, licensing, and identity, the legal landscape surrounding intellectual property (IP) remains unsettled. The rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has added further complexity, raising questions about ownership, licensing, and enforcement of creative works tied to…

QCP Group Gains Abu Dhabi License: Singapore-based QCP Group secures approval from ADGM to offer regulated crypto trading services in the Middle East. Strengthening Global Liquidity: The dual licenses in Singapore and Abu Dhabi enable QCP to connect Asia-Middle East markets with 24-hour regulated trading. Singapore-based crypto trading firm QCP Group has received regulatory approval to operate in Abu Dhabi, marking an important step in its global expansion. The license, granted by the Abu Dhabi Global Market’s (ADGM) Financial Services Regulatory Authority, allows QCP to offer spot and derivatives trading, market-making, and structured products to professional investors. With this approval,…

Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency, was not chosen randomly by Fundstrat’s Tom Lee as a cornerstone of his crypto strategy. Adriano Feria, seasoned Ethereum (ETH) researcher, explains the motivation behind the $8.8 billion strategy of Bitmine Immersion. Here’s why Tom Lee picked Ethereum: Researcher’s take Ethereum (ETH) became the basic asset in Bitmine’s crypto strategy because of its status as default choice for stablecoins, tokenization and DeFi, researcher Adriano Feria pointed out on X. As such, the decision to go with Ethereum (ETH) was not a random pick for the finance heavyweight. I must apologize again for being rude, but…

Senator Elizabeth Warren has continued her ongoing criticism of Donald Trump, expressing her disdain over the family’s crypto activities. Summary Elizabeth Warren calls Trump’s WLFI venture “corruption” in response to his family’s crypto fortune of $5 billion. WLFI’s price has continued to fluctuate, with the market cap currently at $5.61 billion. Warren recently criticized the current crypto regulations, calling them ineffective and accusing them of benefiting Trump’s business interests. Democrat member and representative of the state of Massachusetts, Senator Elizabeth Warren, has criticized the Trump family’s involvement in the newly launched World Liberty Financial (WLFI) token. In a September 2…