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Bitcoin researchers have identified a lingering consensus bug in BIP30 that can trigger only during deep block reorganizations between heights 91,722 and 91,880. Without historic checkpoints, a reorg into this window can remove overwritten UTXOs entirely, risking chain splits when spent. Two immediate solutions are proposed. Solution A enforces that reorganizations either bypass block 91,722 or stop beyond block 91,880. This limits the reorg depth by about 160 blocks under 2010 mining difficulty. Solution B leverages the removal of legacy checkpoints. On an upcoming hard fork, reorgs touching blocks 91,880 and 91,842 would not delete coinbase outputs, closing the BIP30 gap while opening potential to revise other pre-2013 consensus rules. Beyond patching the reorg bug, developers aim to retire the inefficient BIP30 UTXO scan entirely. They propose replacing it with a lightweight coinbase TXID cache that verifies coinbase transaction uniqueness up to BIP34’s activation at block 227,931. A 7 MB cache suffices to enforce BIP30 constraints, and an extended uniqueness check ensures BIP34 compatibility even after deep reorganizations. These changes would remove O(n) UTXO traversals and eliminate reliance on checkpoints, simplifying future sync solutions like utreexo and SwiftSync. While no immediate fork is planned, this discussion lays groundwork for cleaner Bitcoin consensus and long-term network stability.

Whale trader AguilaTrades has aggressively expanded its ETH short on Hyperliquid, initially opening a 30,001 ETH short position (approx. $128.45 M) at 15x leverage with a liquidation price near $4,383.66. On-chain analytics specialist Ai Auntie later identified an additional 500 ETH short (c. $2.2 M) at 25x leverage, entered at $4,391.60. This scaling ETH short strategy underscores a bearish outlook and could amplify selling pressure. Traders should monitor ETH short interest and high-leverage activity on Hyperliquid as risk-management cues and market sentiment indicators.

XRP experienced the largest on-chain payment volume spike of 2025 on Sept. 1, with over 2.15 billion tokens moved – double the August daily average. This surge in network activity coincided with XRP breaking out of a symmetrical triangle and bouncing above its 100-day EMA at $2.70 to trade near $2.80. Key resistance levels to watch are $2.95 and $3.10, while support at $2.70 and the 200-day EMA of $2.50 remains critical. The sharp 100% volume surge underscores renewed on-chain demand and real payment use cases, potentially marking a bullish turning point. Traders should monitor sustained payment flows and technical metrics to gauge if XRP can maintain this momentum. If demand persists, XRP may enter a new volatile growth phase driven by adoption rather than speculation.

Blockchain security firm PeckShield reports that crypto thefts surged to $163 million across 16 incidents in August, up 15% from July despite a declining hack count. Major losses included a $91 million social engineering attack on a Bitcoin holder and a $50 million breach at Turkish exchange Btcturk. While the number of exchange hacks fell month-on-month, rising Bitcoin and Ethereum prices have elevated high-value targets. PeckShield and industry experts warn that attackers are shifting from code exploits to trust-based scams, such as the “try my game” hack, fake recruitment drives and approval phishing. They urge traders and exchanges to bolster blockchain security, adopt AI-driven defenses and tighten verification processes to mitigate the growing threat of crypto scams.

World Liberty Financial’s WLFI token debuted with a 130% surge to $0.48 within five minutes, driven by frenzied leveraged buying that pushed open interest to a record $1.03 billion and lifted its market cap to $9.86 billion. Shortly after, WLFI retraced 22% in minutes, spiking short-term liquidations and profit-taking. On-chain data show presale wallets moving 160 million WLFI to Binance and team wallets shifting 321.4 million WLFI to Bybit, signaling early sell pressure. Nearly $500 million was liquidated in the past 24 hours—67.7% from long positions—with $30 million wiped out on WLFI alone. Total crypto market cap fell from $3.77 trillion to $3.64 trillion. With 75.4 billion tokens still locked and fresh leverage flooding in, traders face a classic setup for another volatility loop and potential sharp downturn.

PrimeXBT has launched its Empowering Traders to Succeed campaign, reinforcing its trader-first philosophy and roadmap based on user feedback. As a global multi-asset broker since 2018, PrimeXBT offers CFDs on stocks, indices, commodities, forex, crypto and crypto futures with professional-grade tools and a regulated environment. The campaign highlights ultra-low fees, tight spreads, transparent pricing, predictable execution and personalized support with educational resources. Trusted by over 1 million users in 150+ countries, PrimeXBT integrates secure crypto wallets, instant fiat-to-crypto and crypto-to-crypto exchanges within a unified Web, mobile and MetaTrader 5 platform. This campaign aims to boost trader autonomy, performance and growth, setting a new benchmark in transparent, high-performance trading.

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Tokenized real-world assets are set to reach mainstream adoption in 2025 as on-chain RWAs top $25 billion and tokenized U.S. Treasuries exceed $6.6 billion. Institutional giants including BlackRock (BUIDL) and Franklin Templeton (FOBXX) have launched on-chain funds, proving tokenized real-world assets work at scale. Regulatory clarity from Europe’s MiCA, Hong Kong’s guidance, Dubai’s VARA, and the U.S. GENIUS Act is bolstering treasurers’ and compliance teams’ confidence. The convergence of payments and RWAs—coined “PayFi”—will enable programmable finance where invoices, settlements, and tokenized T-bills flow together on stablecoin rails. Pilot projects like mBridge and Project Agorá are already compressing cross-border settlement times from days to seconds. Retail platforms such as Bitget Wallet and Ondo Finance are preparing to offer tokenized Treasuries alongside stablecoins. By embedding issuance, transfer, and servicing natively on-chain, tokenized real-world assets dramatically reduce friction in fund administration, collateral mobility, and cross-border payments. As portfolio managers and corporate treasuries adopt these modern financial rails, blockchain-based asset tokenization will feel like an overdue evolution in finance.

Bitcoin price correction of 12% from its $124,128 all-time high is primarily driven by short-term selling, according to CryptoQuant. Last week, speculators repeatedly took profits near the $120,000 resistance on Binance, causing BTC to dip to around $108,000 before bouncing back to approximately $110,000. Despite this pullback, long-term holders maintained low selling ratios, demonstrating confidence in the ongoing bull market. CryptoQuant’s analysts Arab Chain and Darkfost note that the 12% drawdown falls within typical retracement ranges for this cycle and serves to reset leverage and provide new entry points. Technical indicators show a bearish MACD and neutral RSI near 43, while the supportive 200-day moving average points to a broader bullish trend. This Bitcoin price correction is viewed as a healthy market reset rather than a trend reversal. A sustained hold above $110,000 could pave the way for a retest of $115,000–$120,000, whereas a breach of the $108,000 support may lead BTC toward $104,000.

Bitcoin closed August with its first monthly decline since April, reviving historical September Effect concerns. Yet analysts note similarities to the 2017 cycle: late-August pullbacks followed by rebounds. A former resistance zone at $105,000–$110,000 now offers key support. Weekly RSI shows a hidden bullish divergence, signaling fresh buying pressure. Coupled with a weakening U.S. dollar driven by expected Federal Reserve rate cuts and a negative 52-week BTC/DXY correlation of –0.25, Bitcoin may attract new inflows. Analysts Rekt Fencer and ZYN forecast a rally above its all-time high to around $124,500 within 4–6 weeks. Should this scenario play out, altcoins could also see multi-fold gains.

Bitcoin has broken out of a descending channel on the 4-hour chart, with volume confirming a potential trend reversal. A 4-hour candle closed above the channel. Bulls target the next resistance at $110,600, but risk a rejection and a retest of the channel. A confirmed breakout could push Bitcoin toward $113,500 and ultimately $119,000 if $112,000 flips to support. On the daily chart, the 0.618 Fibonacci level near $110,000 and a Stochastic RSI bottom band suggest strong support and upside potential. A pullback may offer a retest of channel resistance turned support. Weekly data shows Bitcoin holding a key support at $108,000, with Stochastic RSI poised for an upward turn. Despite a bearish MACD cross, price strength could lead to momentum shifts. Traders should watch for multiple daily closes above the channel and correlation with bullish US equities as catalysts for further gains.

LBank, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has launched card payments for crypto purchases, allowing users in select markets to buy cryptocurrencies directly with debit and credit cards. This new LBank feature enhances accessibility and convenience, offering traders a streamlined on-ramp from fiat to digital assets. Rolled out through licensed acquiring institutions, the service ensures compliance with regional regulations and provides a secure, efficient gateway to the crypto ecosystem. Eligible users can now leverage this fiat purchase option to enter or expand their positions in the digital asset market. LBank plans to extend card acceptance to additional regions over time, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, security and user satisfaction.

Dogecoin’s market cap recently hit $31 billion, prompting investors to seek alternative earning methods beyond direct token purchases. DNSBTC cloud mining offers a turnkey solution. Established in 2020, DNSBTC operates data centers across the US, Canada, and Iceland. The platform’s ASIC and GPU rigs deliver automated mining for Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Dogecoin. Users select flexible contracts—ranging from a free $60 trial to large-scale $9,000 plans—with fixed daily returns up to 9%. All fees, including electricity and maintenance, are covered. DNSBTC cloud mining ensures daily payouts and features 24/7 support, SSL encryption, DDoS protection, and an affiliate program with 4% commissions. The service is fortified by eco-friendly power from wind and solar farms. With simple registration, new users receive a $60 bonus to start mining instantly. This seamless approach removes hardware costs and technical hurdles. Traders interested in passive income can leverage DNSBTC cloud mining to capitalize on Dogecoin’s surge and broader crypto momentum.

Global exchange OKX has listed the USD1 stablecoin, pegged 1:1 to the US dollar. The OKX USD1 listing provides traders an additional hedge against volatility and expands available trading pairs. By integrating USD1, OKX aims to improve liquidity, tighten spreads, and diversify users’ stablecoin holdings. This move could facilitate arbitrage opportunities across crypto markets. Despite competition from major stablecoins like USDT, USDC and BUSD, USD1 seeks adoption through transparent reserves and compliance. Users are advised to review audit reports and start with small trades to assess liquidity. OKX’s reputation and user base could accelerate USD1’s market penetration. However, USD1 must navigate regulatory scrutiny and overcome the dominance of established tokens. Traders on OKX should monitor new USD1 trading pairs for strategic entry points. Staying updated on issuer announcements will be vital for assessing long-term stability. The OKX USD1 listing underlines OKX’s strategy to enhance stablecoin offerings and fortify its platform against market volatility.

Quack AI has officially launched its $Q airdrop on the BNB Chain. Users who minted a passport, participated in AI agent voting, referred new users, engaged in governance, or held the AI DAO SBT can check their eligibility on the airdrop portal. The claim window runs from Sept 2, 2025 at 16:00 UTC+8 to Feb 28, 2026 at 16:00 UTC+8. Unclaimed tokens will expire after the deadline. Claims support only the BNB Chain, and users must pay a nominal BNB network fee. Binance Alpha will open its own $Q airdrop claim at 15:00 on Sept 2, requiring a minimum of 220 points.

A single whale borrowed at a leverage price of $110,993 per WBTC six days ago to acquire 602.8 WBTC (worth $66.9 million). Three hours ago, the whale sold all 602.8 WBTC and converted them into 15,083 ETH. The whale now holds a total of 16,909 ETH, valued at approximately $73.84 million, with an average cost basis of $4,441 per ETH. The large WBTC sale may apply downward pressure on WBTC prices, while the significant ETH accumulation could tighten supply and fuel upward momentum for ETH. This swap underscores the whale’s near-term bullish stance on ETH.

Crypto whale 0x4ED0 continues its ETH accumulation, buying 5,553 ETH (approx $24.44M) in 40 minutes on September 2, according to Lookonchain. This fresh purchase raises its total holdings to over 18,000 ETH, reflecting a sustained ETH accumulation strategy. Since August 11, the whale has accumulated 18,447 ETH at an average cost of $4,417 each and 1,357 WBTC at $117,547 apiece. These assets are pledged on Aave to borrow $114.2M in USDT. The ongoing ETH accumulation and leveraged position underline strong confidence in Ethereum and could fuel bullish momentum in the near term.

Coinbase and OKX have launched dedicated crypto SMSF products targeting Australia’s A$2.8 trillion superannuation market. Focusing on self-managed super funds (SMSFs), both exchanges report strong demand: Coinbase lists over 500 waitlisted investors planning to allocate up to A$100,000 each, while SMSF crypto holdings have jumped sevenfold to A$1.7 billion since 2021. Each platform offers accounting and legal support to streamline setup. Though there’s no minimum deposit, audit fees typically limit participation to larger funds. Generational trends show baby boomers adding digital assets to existing pensions, while younger investors establish crypto SMSF earlier. ASIC and the ATO warn of volatility risks and urge professional advice. These crypto SMSF products may reshape Australia’s superannuation landscape by driving long-term digital asset allocations.

Ostium Labs’s September Market Outlook highlights critical Bitcoin price thresholds to watch. The firm states that holding above $98,000 on the weekly chart maintains a bullish structure, expecting a higher-low formation. Conversely, a weekly close below $98K would signal a bearish weekly structure. As of early September, BTC trades near $108,000 after August’s monthly candle closed red. Key levels include support at the July lows around $105,000 and resistance at the August open near $115,000. A weekly retest above $112,000 could drive upside toward $117,500 before month-end, while failure to reclaim $112K may target the June open at $104,500 and the 200-day MA near $101,300. Ostium also flags macro events—ISM reports, Fed Beige Book, and Nonfarm Payrolls—that could influence volatility. Liquidation heatmaps show heavy long positions clustered around $114K–$120K and demand bands near $105K–$101K. Traders may look for bullish divergence at support to enter long, or fade squeezes into $112K before major data releases for short setups. Overall, the Bitcoin price outlook remains balanced, with $98,000 as the decisive bearish trigger and $112,000 as the bullish pivot for trend continuation.

Security researchers warn that hackers are exploiting an EIP-7702 vulnerability introduced in Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade to launch a phishing exploit that drains WLFI governance tokens. The attack embeds a malicious delegate contract in compromised smart contract wallets. When users deposit ETH or WLFI as gas, the funds are automatically rerouted to hacker-controlled addresses. The breach occurred one day after WLFI’s trading debut, with the Trump-linked governance token launching at a 24.6 billion supply. WLFI’s price peaked at $0.3313 before sliding to $0.2427 amid reported losses of up to 80% in some wallets. Security firm SlowMist reports that private key leaks remain the primary entry point. Experts advise revoking or replacing malicious delegates, migrating assets to secure wallets and interacting only with official smart contracts. Traders should avoid unsolicited links and monitor WLFI markets closely. This phishing exploit highlights the risks of novel EIP upgrades and underscores the need for robust wallet security.

Metaplanet Inc. shareholders approved three key resolutions at an extraordinary general meeting on Sept. 1, boosting its market flexibility. The first resolution raised the company’s authorized shares to 2.7 billion, paving the way for easier capital raises. The second amendment introduced virtual-only shareholder meetings, aligning Metaplanet with modern governance practices. The third resolution formalized the creation of Class A and Class B shares, enhancing its governance structure. Following the approvals, Metaplanet shares jumped 2.5% to 853 yen in Tokyo trading, reflecting investor confidence in the company’s growth initiatives and financial flexibility.

Cardano ADA faces renewed scrutiny after on-chain metrics show a decline in transaction counts and user activity, prompting “ghost chain” claims. Founder Charles Hoskinson defended ADA’s exclusion from a U.S. government data pilot—citing Chainlink’s high fees—and highlighted Cardano’s peer-reviewed design and scalability edge over Ethereum. Technically, ADA has formed a bullish flag on the 4-hour chart, setting up a potential 37% breakout toward $1.12 if price surpasses the $0.87 flag resistance and 50-period EMA at $0.84. Indicators support early bullish momentum: a MACD crossover and a neutral RSI near 47, suggesting room for upside. Combined with recent protocol upgrades and growing institutional interest, these factors may drive a short-term rally despite lingering adoption concerns.

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has flagged the rapid growth of tokenized stocks, warning that inconsistent custody rules and weak investor protection could expose traders to market abuse and legal uncertainty. ESMA stressed the need for robust safeguards, including clear KYC/AML compliance, secure asset custody, transparent pricing and alignment with existing securities regulation. The regulator also urged national authorities to coordinate oversight and close regulatory gaps in the tokenized stocks market. This call for EU regulation follows a surge in crypto platforms offering real-time tradable stock tokens. Firms and exchanges issuing tokenized stocks must now prepare for enhanced scrutiny, greater compliance costs and tighter market-integrity requirements.

Chinese investors have borrowed a record 2.28 trillion yuan in margin debt to buy onshore stocks, surpassing the 2015 peak of 2.27 trillion yuan. This surge in Chinese margin debt reflects strong risk-on sentiment amid a 15% rally in the Shanghai Composite and a 14% gain in the CSI 300 this year. However, slowing GDP growth and deflationary pressures—evidenced by a 2.5% drop in forward earnings—raise concerns about the sustainability of debt-funded positions. In the crypto market, perpetual funding rates for the top 25 cryptocurrencies are trading between 5% and 10%, indicating moderate demand for leverage. While the record margin debt in Chinese stocks may spur volatility, crypto traders remain cautious, balancing optimism with risk management.

Coincheck Group (NASDAQ: CNCK) is set to acquire French digital asset prime broker Aplo in an all-stock deal, converting Aplo shares into newly issued Coincheck shares upon closing in October 2025. This acquisition marks Coincheck’s first major European expansion since its 2023 SPAC listing with Thunder Bridge Capital Partners IV. Aplo, regulated by France’s AMF and pursuing a full MiCA license, will bring institutional-grade prime brokerage technology and a high-performance team to enhance Coincheck Prime. The move aims to accelerate institutional adoption of Coincheck’s crypto exchange services across Europe and strengthen regulatory compliance under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets framework.

Bitcoin’s six-month volatility has slumped from nearly 60% to a historic low of 30%, narrowing its risk gap with gold. JPMorgan’s volatility-adjusted model values Bitcoin at US$126,000—a 13% premium over the current US$111,000 price. Corporate treasuries now hold over 6% of total supply, while spot Bitcoin ETFs have drawn US$14.8 billion this year, with BlackRock managing US$58 billion. Traders watch the US$117,570 support level to confirm a sustained uptrend. Analysts say institutional adoption and clearer regulation reinforce Bitcoin’s “digital gold” narrative, and parity with gold’s full market cap could drive BTC above US$1 million by the early 2030s.

The AI bubble debate is heating up as stock valuations soar and hype reaches dot-com levels. While many firms slap “AI” on their brands to chase inflated prices, industry giants like NVIDIA, Microsoft and Google already generate substantial profits from AI products. Traders face both an overheated market and a genuine technological revolution. To navigate 2025–26, focus on “picks and shovels” plays—chipmakers, cloud platforms and data-center operators that supply the entire AI ecosystem. Learn to spot overvalued AI bubble stocks by examining revenue growth and profitability instead of marketing buzz. Always set clear exit strategies: use stop-loss orders and lock in gains when valuations detach from fundamentals. Respect the short-term mania without losing sight of long-term AI revolution trends. By separating noise from signal and focusing on quality infrastructure providers, traders can capitalize on volatility while positioning for the next wave of AI-driven growth.

The next crypto bull run could start soon, and five crypto coins stand out as strong candidates to deliver significant gains by 2026. Ethereum (ETH) remains the leading smart-contract platform. With ongoing Ethereum 2.0 upgrades and Layer 2 solutions like Arbitrum and Optimism, ETH is poised to support DeFi, NFTs, and gaming at scale. Solana (SOL) reclaimed developer interest after its 2022 downturn. Its high throughput and low fees power a growing DeFi and NFT ecosystem, provided network stability improves. Chainlink (LINK) serves as the top decentralized oracle network, connecting smart contracts to real-world data. As tokenized assets expand, Chainlink’s role could become even more critical. Polkadot (DOT) addresses blockchain fragmentation through interoperability. Backed by Gavin Wood, Polkadot’s parachain architecture aims to link multiple chains, enhancing cross-chain DeFi activity. Finally, Bitcoin (BTC) retains its status as digital gold. Institutional adoption and global regulatory recognition underpin BTC’s role as the market’s anchor asset. While no outcome is guaranteed, these assets offer solid fundamentals, broad developer support, and clear use cases. Traders tracking these crypto coins should consider their long-term vision, adoption trends, and network developments when planning positions ahead of 2026.

Seasonal Bitcoin weakness in August stems from miner sell pressure. Rising summer energy costs in major mining regions like Texas, Kazakhstan and China force miners to liquidate more BTC. CryptoQuant on-chain data shows spikes in miner-to-exchange flows each August, triggering mid-cycle corrections and local market tops. Lower institutional activity during summer amplifies supply imbalances on Bitcoin exchanges, deepening price dips. Traders can use expected miner-driven sell-offs to hedge short-term positions or accumulate Bitcoin at discounted levels ahead of historical autumn rallies. September also tends to be bearish, recording negative returns in eight of the last twelve years. Most September highs or lows occur within the first 12 days, highlighting early volatility. Despite projections suggesting a possible dip toward $100,000, October and November usually deliver strong gains. Short-term traders should watch early September corrections for timely entry. Long-term investors may see these dips as key accumulation opportunities.