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OpenAI could reach $500 billion valuation in new stock deal for staff

Key Takeaways OpenAI is considering a secondary stock sale at a valuation of about $500 billion, a two-thirds increase from its last valuation. Microsoft remains the primary investor holdout as OpenAI discusses its future as a for-profit entity and talent retention challenges. OpenAI is exploring a multi-billion-dollar secondary stock sale that could increase its valuation to nearly $500 billion, Bloomberg reported Tuesday. Last Friday, the AI giant, led by Sam Altman, was said to have secured over $8 billion in its latest funding round, boosting its valuation to $300 billion. The company plans to raise a total of $40 billion…

RegulationAug 22

Bitcoin hodler sells $60M BTC after 7 years, opens $282M Ether long

A longtime Bitcoin holder sold his entire position this week to rotate into nearly $300 million worth of Ether. The hodler sold 550 Bitcoin (BTC) worth approximately $62 million after holding the asset for seven years. After selling all their Bitcoin through the decentralized exchange Hyperliquid, they opened a $282 million long position on Ether (ETH) through three separate accounts, according to a pseudonymous onchain analyst MLM. “Either he caught some crazy bullish insider news, or he’s just gambling. The execution looked sloppy and rushed,” said the onchain sleuth in a Wednesday X post. Wallet “0x2ea.” Source: Hypurrscan Large moves…

ExchangesAug 22

0G Labs Rolls Out Chinese-Language Bootcamps to Onboard 3,000 Developers

0G Labs is rolling out a six-month push to bring Chinese-speaking developers into its decentralized AI ecosystem, and it’s doing it with two local partners: HackQuest and TinTinLand. The aim is straightforward: make the 0G stack easier to learn in Chinese and onboard more than 3,000 builders to the protocol. Unlike one-off webinars or translated docs, the program is built around hands-on training, community building and real-world meetups. 0G says the goal is to remove language barriers that often slow adoption, so Web3 and AI developers can actually use core services in the language they work in. What the Program…

BlockchainAug 22

Massive $64.4M Unstaked Ethereum Hits Binance, What’s Next?

A massive whale ETH movement has just sent ripples through the cryptocurrency market. In a significant development, approximately 14,942 unstaked Ethereum, valued at an astounding $64.4 million, recently found its way into Binance Exchange. This substantial ETH Binance deposit, identified across three linked wallets by blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain, immediately sparked discussions about potential Ethereum price implications and the broader impact of crypto whale activity. Unstaked Ethereum: What’s Behind the Big Move? According to data from Lookonchain, three distinct wallets, believed to be under the control of a single large investor or “whale cluster,” initiated this notable transfer. They first…

EthereumAug 22

South Korea’s first won-pegged stablecoin makes pilot debut: report

South Korea’s first Korean won-backed stablecoin was recently launched in a test run by fanC in collaboration with financial software firm Initech. Could this be the start of Korea’s stablecoin bid? Summary fanC and Initech have launched the first Korean won-backed stablecoin pilot. Major fintech and crypto-related firms in South Korea have been gearing up to be the first to publicly launch the first Korean won-pegged stablecoin. On August 5, fanC and Initech unveiled “KRWIN,” the first stablecoin pegged on a 1:1 ratio to the Korean won. This marks the first time a private entity has issued a won-based digital…

RegulationAug 22

Binance dominates with $133B in new token trades

Binance has seen over $133 billion in cumulative trading volume for newly listed tokens in 2025. A CryptoQuant report highlights how the exchange is solidifying its position as the world’s largest. According to the data shared by crypto analyst, OnchainDataNerd on X, Binance stands head and shoulders above every other crypto exchange, accounting for more trading volume than the next top three exchanges combined. The CryptoQuant data shows that Binance has seen $133 billion in trading volume for new tokens this year. In comparison, HTX comes second with $38 billion, Bybit has $35 billion, while MEXC has $34 billion. 2025…

ExchangesAug 22

Why Ethereum Rose 45% in 30 Days?

Ethereum’s 45% Price Jump Explained Ethereum’s price rose by about 45% in the past month, moving from roughly $2,900 in early July to over $4,300 by August 11, 2025, per CoinMarketCap. The second-largest cryptocurrency has been boosted by a mix of institutional inflows, technical upgrades, and favorable macroeconomic news. As of August 12, ETH trades around $4,260—up more than 16% in the past week alone—leaving investors wondering whether this rally is sustainable or just a sharp rebound from oversold conditions. Institutional Money Driving the Rally One of the clearest drivers of Ethereum’s surge has been heavy institutional buying. Exchange-traded funds…

EthereumAug 22

Coinbase CEO Reacts to Better Business Bureau's New Rating: Details

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has reacted to a significant milestone for the top U.S. cryptocurrency exchange. In a tweet, Armstrong disclosed that Coinbase has acquired an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau (BBB), indicating considerable growth in customer service. In his X post, Armstrong applauded the company’s Customer Experience team, highlighting the effort that went into achieving this milestone. "The Customer Experience team at Coinbase has been working hard to improve our scores and we finally hit an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau," the Coinbase CEO wrote. He added that as Coinbase continues to handle a growing…

RegulationAug 22

HashKey to Power MicroBit ETH and BTC ETFs with Native Staking

HashKey Exchange has announced its role as the official trading platform for MicroBit Capital’s new Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs. This marks a fresh milestone for Hong Kong’s digital asset market. Both ETFs went live on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange today, drawing strong attention from investors. The MicroBit Ethereum Spot ETF (3425.HK) has introduced a first-of-its-kind feature in the region: native staking at issuance. Through this service, investors can earn staking rewards directly from their ETF holdings, without the need for complex individual setups. HashKey Exchange will provide the staking services, supported by HashKey Cloud’s Web3 infrastructure technology. The…

ExchangesAug 22

TradeOS Taps Revox AI to Redefine Web3 with AI-to-AI Composability

TradeOS, a blockchain-based trading infrastructure provider, is partnering with Revox AI, a decentralized firm for robust dApps using AI and Web3. The collaboration aims to advance AI-to-AI composability to enhance the Web3 user experience. As disclosed by TradeOS in its social media announcement, the partnership will unlock unique possibilities for AI-led task execution within the commerce sector. Ultimately, the joint effort is focused on improving automation, innovation, and efficiency in the swiftly evolving Web3 and AI sectors. We're proud to announce a strategic partnership with @revoxdotai, the first MCP infrastructure enabling AI-to-AI composability in Web3. This collaboration empowers AI Agents…

BlockchainAug 22