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Michael Saylor's Strategy Adds 4,225 Bitcoin, Bringing BTC Stack to 601,550

Strategy (MSTR), the largest publicly traded company holding bitcoin , increased its BTC reserves by acquiring 4,225 BTC for a total of $472.5 million last week. This latest addition brings Strategy’s total bitcoin holdings to 601,550 BTC purchased for $42.87 billion, representing an average acquisition price of $71,268 per coin. At bitcoin’s current market price of around $121,500, the company’s BTC stack is valued at approximately $73 billion. Strategy financed the purchase through $330.9 million of net proceeds from common share sales under its at-the-market program, along with $71.1 million from STRK preferred shares, $55.3 million from STRF preferred shares,…

BitcoinAug 2

Ethereum (ETH) Price Tests Key Level

Key highlights: Ethereum price nears towards the resistance level of $4,100 after a steady increase from the $2,400 level in early 2025. The record high open interest and solid uptrend momentum are cited by analysts as indicative that ETH may be about to breakout. A successful close above $4,100 would set the stage for $4,800–$6,000, this being according to technical predictions and prior trend configurations. Ethereum price prediction: Bulls eye $4,800 as ETH tests key resistance near $4,100 Ethereum is approaching key resistance levels at $4,100 after weeks of consistent gains. The move follows a breakout from a multi-month wedge…

EthereumAug 2

Bank of England weighs scrapping Britcoin plans as industry solutions reduce need for CBDC

Key Takeaways The Bank of England is reconsidering the need for a digital pound as private sector payment innovations advance. Global enthusiasm for retail central bank digital currencies is waning due to privacy concerns and industry alternatives. The Bank of England (BoE) is reassessing its plans for a digital pound, as officials question whether launching a new form of money is worth the effort, especially with the private sector rapidly advancing payment technologies. The Bank of England has been exploring the idea of a digital pound, often dubbed a “Britcoin,” as a government-backed digital version of the British pound. However,…

MarketsAug 2

Democrats press bank regulator on Trump stablecoin conflicts

Crypto-skeptic US Senator Elizabeth Warren has led a letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency expressing concerns over potential conflicts of interest involving the Trump family’s crypto business interests. Warren, along with Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ron Wyden, said in a letter to OCC head Jonathan Gould on Thursday that they’re concerned over “Trump and his family’s continued use of cryptocurrency business ventures to line their pockets.” They requested information on the steps the OCC will take to ensure that President Donald Trump’s “financial conflicts of interest do not influence the OCC’s efforts to ensure the…

RegulationAug 2

Crucial Alert for Token Holders

In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, staying informed about critical updates is not just recommended, it’s essential. One such vital announcement comes from South Korean crypto giant Bithumb, signaling a temporary halt in services for the ZRC token. This isn’t just a minor blip; it’s a proactive measure designed to safeguard your assets and ensure the smooth evolution of the underlying blockchain technology. Understanding the implications of this Bithumb ZRC suspension is paramount for every token holder. What Does the Bithumb ZRC Suspension Entail? Bithumb, a prominent player in the global cryptocurrency exchange landscape, has officially communicated a temporary suspension…

ExchangesAug 2

This is what fiat death looks like. Bitcoin’s 1,500% boom paves the path to Hyperbitcoinization

Bitcoin has outpaced traditional benchmarks since 2020, registering gains exceeding 1,500%, while gold advanced roughly 115% and the U.S. Dollar Index remained nearly flat. The divergence in asset performance reflects a period of monetary expansion, persistent inflation concerns, and evolving perceptions of scarce, non-sovereign assets as institutional investors and sovereign entities re-evaluate reserves and portfolio allocations. Bitcoin climbed from price levels near $7,700 in early 2020 to intraday highs around $123,164 today, driven partly by a weak dollar and spot exchange-traded funds in the United States that removed barriers to institutional participation. As BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust exceeded 700,000 BTC…

BitcoinAug 2

How Close Is ETH to Breaking Above $4K?

Ethereum’s price is very close to making a new high in 2025, following Bitcoin’s recent record-breaking run. However, there are some signs of caution, as the market might be overheated, as momentum indicators suggest. Therefore, while the market structure is still bullish, this might not be a good time to buy ETH due to its riskiness. Technical Analysis By ShayanMarkets The Daily Chart As the daily chart shows, ETH’s price has been rallying aggressively since its rebound from the $2,100 support level. It has since broken above both the 100-day and 200-day moving averages. These daily MAs, located around the…

EthereumAug 2

A16z Crypto Leads $15M Seed Round Into Decentralized AI Data Layer Poseidon

Venture capital heavyweight a16z Crypto led a $15 million seed-round investment into Poseidon, a decentralized artificial intelligence (AI) data layer. Poseidon is built to provide access to training data for robotics and AI models that is "traceable, enforceable and monetizable," according to an emailed announcement on Tuesday. The project was incubated by intellectual property (IP)-based protocol Story, another a16z portfolio company. Story aims to convert IP into programmable assets that can be licensed and managed using smart contracts on blockchains. "AI foundation models have already exhausted the most easily accessible training data," a16z Crypto's managing partner, Chris Dixon, said in…

MarketsAug 2

’Honest Act’ Advances; White House Singles Out Pelosi in Push to Bar Lawmaker Stock Trades

President Donald Trump has voiced strong support for banning members of Congress and their spouses from trading stocks. The White House emphasized this during a Thursday briefing, framing the initiative as a critical move to curb unethical financial gains by lawmakers. Trump Administration Targets Pelosi’s Record In its push for reform, the Trump administration has singled out former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi as a central figure in the debate. Officials highlighted the significant growth of her personal wealth during her time in office as a key example of conflicts of interest that have eroded public trust. The White House noted…

RegulationAug 2

BitToN Partners with XChangeOn to Democratize Crypto Arbitrage Ahead of Cricket World Cup

BitToN has partnered with XChangeOn, which is an open-source arbitrage crypto exchange and the official partner of the Cricket World Cup. The partnership will enable users to connect to automated arbitrage, real-time market data, and trade on a more transparent execution layer. BitToN 🤝 @XChangeon Friends, we’re thrilled to announce our partnership with XChangeOn — The world's first open-source, arbitrage crypto exchange, which is the official partner of the Cricket World Cup! 🏆 [ Announcement: https://t.co/cwb3vucMgQ ] [ WCL:… pic.twitter.com/HvzLSHuMom — Bitton (@Bitton_app) July 31, 2025 By collaborating towards the big global sporting event, BitToN’s massive audience and XChangeOn’s developed…

ExchangesAug 2