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Hyperliquid has received its first reported builder-deployed HIP-4 outcome exchange after OUT completed deployment through the network’s permissionless market framework. Hyperliquid’s block explorer shows that a successful on-chain transaction registered the Outcome DEX under the name OUT through the HIP-4 deployment framework. The transaction confirms OUT’s deployment but does not show whether its markets have opened for live trading. No separate announcement or verifiable website detailing its markets, liquidity, or trading activity was available at the time of writing. Hyperliquid’s HIP-4 framework lets builders create markets According to Hyperliquid’s developer documentation, HIP-4 lets approved deployers create outcome markets without seeking…

Aeternity Blockchain is gaining traction for its hybrid PoW/PoS protocol, which emphasizes scalability and privacy. This innovative approach enables off-chain smart contracts via state channels and integrates built-in oracles for real-world data. The insights surfaced by KuCoin’s Twitter update highlight its growing significance in the blockchain landscape, suggesting potential shifts in smart contract applications. Source Breaking It Down The broader crypto market is currently showing mixed signals, but Aeternity stands out with its unique hybrid protocol. This combination of Proof of Work and Proof of Stake allows for improved scalability and privacy, essential for today’s blockchain applications. Additionally, the ability…

Although spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) traded in the US have recorded net capital inflows for two consecutive weeks, experts say the current figures are not sufficient to conclude that institutional investors have made a strong return to the market. According to an analysis based on SoSoValue data, spot Bitcoin ETFs saw net inflows of $75.67 million last week, compared to $197.4 million the previous week. The positive trend of the last two weeks follows an eight-week uninterrupted outflow from spot Bitcoin ETFs. During that period, there were net outflows of over $8 billion. Therefore, the inflows seen in recent…

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh used his Jackson Hole address to explain his approach to monetary policy and inflation control. The speech focused on price stability, economic conditions, financial markets, and the future role of technology. Markets reacted quickly after the speech, with investors adjusting expectations around the Federal Reserve’s next policy decisions. Treasury yields moved higher, and traders increased bets that the central bank could keep rates elevated or consider additional increases if inflation does not improve further. 🇺🇸 Kevin Warsh just delivered his first ever Jackson Hole speech as Fed Chair, and the tone was hawkish1. Inflation data…

The ProShares Ultra $XRP ETF (UXRP), which seeks to deliver twice the daily performance of the Bloomberg $XRP Index, has plunged more than 94% since its debut in July 2025. As of early August 2026, the fund is trading near $10.30, down roughly 95.5% from its 52-week peak of $231.20. Meanwhile, $XRP is on the cusp of collapsing below $1, CoinGecko data shows. UXRP is designed to amplify the cryptocurrency’s daily price movements via derivatives. The keyword is daily. The fund resets its leverage every trading session, meaning its long-term returns can diverge dramatically from the underlying asset. card This…

On September 15, the Senate will determine whether the CLARITY Act advances. Stand With Crypto emphasizes that crypto users deserve a voice in this critical legislation. They urge the public to sign up for tools that facilitate engagement during this pivotal moment, highlighting the importance of community involvement in shaping future regulations. For more details, refer to their tweet. The Story So Far The upcoming Senate vote on the CLARITY Act is a significant event for the crypto community. As the Senate prepares for this decision, Stand With Crypto is actively encouraging users to make their voices heard. The group’s…

Kraken users were briefly locked out after the exchange dealt with a flood of sanctioned crypto transactions, according to CoinDesk. The incident links an access disruption to compliance activity, highlighting the operational strain that can arise when an exchange must process a large volume of transactions associated with restricted entities or addresses. A Compliance-Driven Disruption A temporary lockout is different from a confirmed loss of customer funds, and the available report does not establish that user balances were permanently affected. The immediate issue was access while Kraken handled the transaction flow and its associated sanctions controls. Why Sanctions Screening Affects…

Dr. Leemon Baird has shed light on the future of artificial intelligence, asserting that its autonomy hinges on trusted distributed ledger technology (DLT). This insight, shared in a recent tweet by Hedera, is generating buzz within the community as it underscores the potential impact of smart contracts on AI governance. Understanding these dynamics could lead to significant advancements in technology. What Happened The broader crypto market is witnessing mixed signals, with significant attention directed toward Hedera’s recent developments. Dr. Leemon Baird’s assertion that AI’s future relies on trusted DLT aligns with a growing focus on secure and efficient transaction mechanisms.…

US-listed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are seeing renewed investor demand, but the latest inflow streak has yet to provide enough momentum for a stronger recovery. Bitcoin ETFs recorded $75.7 million in net inflows for the week ending July 17, marking a second consecutive week of positive flows, according to SoSoValue data. The latest inflows followed $197.4 million in net inflows the previous week, bringing July’s total ETF inflows to $200.2 million. US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $4.5 billion in net outflows in June, with total 2026 net flows still negative at $5.2 billion. Monthly flows in US-listed spot Bitcoin…

Hong Kong’s securities watchdog has declared broker SBCFX and many of its affiliated entities unlicensed, shortly after a collapse in trading that forced thousands of gold investors to lose their $USDT holdings. According to the reports, the SFC added SBCFX, Star Bridge Capital Group, Star Bridge Capital Pty Limited, and Topical Wealth International Ltd to its alert list on August 28, alongside the Chinese-language names 星橋資本 and 星橋資本集團. The warning links to the broker’s site, sbcfx.com. SBCFX / Star Bridge Capital entity breakdown l SFC The regulator’s stance is limited yet important because, according to the SFC, none of the…