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CBDC debate continues in US as Congress returns from recess

As US lawmakers return from their August recess, the debate over central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) is once again at the forefront of crypto policy. In the latest episode of Byte-Sized Insight, Cointelegraph spoke with Sheila Warren, CEO of the Project Liberty Institute, about whether the CBDC debate in Washington reflects real risks or political posturing, and what it means for the future of the digital dollar. The CBDC debate Supporters of the measure argue that a CBDC would endanger civil liberties by giving the government unprecedented access to financial data. Representative Tom Emmer, who sponsored the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State…

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Crypto Exchange Gemini Expands EU Offering With Staking, Perpetuals

Gemini, the crypto exchange backed by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has launched ether (ETH) and solana SOL$206.75 staking, along with perpetual futures contracts, for customers in the European Union, the company said in a press release Friday. The rollout follows the company’s recent approval under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). Gemini Staking allows users to earn rewards on ether and solana with no minimum amount required. Rewards are variable for ETH and up to 6% for SOL, the company said. The new derivatives product, Gemini Perpetuals, offers contracts denominated in USDC, up to 100x leverage, and no expiry…

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Ether and ETH Treasury Companies Look Undervalued After Plunge: Standard Chartered

Ether (ETH) and the ETH treasury companies are cheap at today’s levels, Standard Chartered's global head of digital assets research, Geoff Kendrick, said in emailed comments Tuesday. Since the start of June, ether (ETH) treasury companies have purchased 2.6% of all ETH in circulation. When combined with exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows since then, the combination of the two has purchased a staggering 4.9% of all ETH in circulation, the analyst noted. As a result the world's second-largest cryptocurrency hit a fresh all-time high of $4,955, on Sunday 24, Kendrick said. Although these inflows have been significant, the point, said Kendrick,…

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U.S. is considering using stablecoins as a surveillance tool

The U.S. government is demonstrating respect for privacy and prefers stablecoins over central bank-issued digital assets. President Donald Trump restricted the development of CBDCs, citing privacy concerns. However, the Treasury Department and the Bank of International Settlements are already exploring ways to turn stablecoins into a handy surveillance tool. Summary Although the U.S. opposed the creation of CBDCs due to potential privacy violations, the Treasury Department is exploring possibilities to analyze blockchain monetary data. The Bank of International Settlements’ economists suggested the use of an AML compliance score. Critics compare them to the Chinese social credit system. Analysts from a16z…

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US regulators release joint statement teasing 24/7 capital markets

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) released a joint statement on Friday exploring a possible shift to 24/7 capital markets and regulations for crypto derivatives. Scaling onchain finance requires a 24/7 trading environment across asset classes, the regulators said in the statement. Crafting regulatory clarity for event contracts and perpetual futures — futures contracts without an expiry date — was also a priority. However, the agencies clarified: “Further expanding trading hours could better align US markets with the evolving reality of a global, always-on economy. Expanding trading hours may be more viable…

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Pilot AI Taps FishWar to Streamline Web3 Gaming and Improve Player Experience

Pilot AI, a next-gen Web3 to simplify AI-led interface, has partnered with FishWar, a cutting-edge GameFi platform. The partnership focuses on offering seamless in-game asset management to enhance Web3 gaming experience. As the official social media announcement of the platform reveals, the collaboration delivers streamlined transactions, airdrops, NFTs, and tokens within an inclusive chat interface. Hence, the development highlights the shared vision of both the entities to bolster Web3 experience. Pilot AI and FishWar Join Forces to Simplify Web3 Gaming Experience In partnership with FishWar, Pilot AI endeavors to minimize the barriers hindering players and improve the adoption of cutting-edge…

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Australians still feel bank ‘friction’ despite years of crypto progress

Crypto users in Australia are still facing banking barriers when engaging with exchanges and other crypto businesses, according to a recent survey, while industry executives say clearer rules from the government could be the silver bullet that fixes the problem. A Binance survey of 1,900 Australians released on Thursday found 58% of respondents wanted easy access to deposit funds into an exchange with no limit, while 22% had changed banks to make buying crypto easier. Matt Poblocki, general manager of crypto exchange Binance’s Australian and New Zealand operations, told Cointelegraph that seamless access to financial services directly affects participation, confidence…

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Daily and 4H Charts Signal Tug-of-War at $4,500

At 9 a.m. Eastern time, ether traded at $4,521 as of Aug. 26, 2025, with a 24-hour market capitalization of $533 billion and trading volume totaling $49.52 billion. The intraday price action ranged between $4,341 and $4,667, reflecting heightened volatility and positioning the asset near a key support zone. Ethereum On the daily chart, ether exhibited a pronounced uptrend from approximately $3,350 to a recent swing high of $4,957.1, followed by a sharp retracement toward the $4,400 range. The price action suggests a distribution phase, marked by significant sell-side volume following the peak. The $4,400 level is emerging as a…

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Here’s why American Bitcoin is crashing

American Bitcoin’s stock price crashed by more than 16%, erasing all the gains made on its first day of trading. Summary ABTC stock price plunged by over 16%, erasing most of the gains made on Wednesday. Bitcoin treasury companies have fallen out of favor with investors. Trump-associated companies and cryptocurrencies have all plunged over time. ABTC stock plunged to $6.70, down sharply from Wednesday’s high of $13, with its market capitalization falling to $6.2 billion. Why ABTC stock is crashing The crash happened because it is in a price discovery phase after its reverse merger that took it public this…

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Legislation Steering U.S. Fate of Crypto Emerges in New Version in Senate

The U.S. Senate's work on the crypto industry's top policy priority — a bill to establish the regulatory workings of crypto markets in the U.S. — advanced further on Friday with the private circulation of a new draft bill that further outlines protections for crypto developers and bankruptcy guidelines for some digital asset issuers. Despite the big lobbying win this year in which the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act that represents one approach to setting crypto market structure, the House's work has represented only a broad jumping-off point for the Senate, which is pursuing…

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