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Ethereum whale accumulation has diverged from broader network inflows despite ETH trading above $4,300. On-chain data shows a sharp slowdown in total whale activity and reduced inflows to exchanges. One whale address, 0x4ED0, added 5,553 ETH (worth $24.4 M) within 40 minutes, bringing its total to 18,447 ETH at an average price of $4,417. The same entity holds 1,357 WBTC (≈$160 M) and borrowed $114 M USDT on Aave, signaling a highly leveraged approach. However, the number of addresses holding over 10,000 ETH remains unchanged, indicating stagnation in whale accumulation. This contrast suggests some whales are distributing or idling, while a few double down with leverage. Without sustained network inflows and wider participation across DeFi, staking and ecosystem demand, leveraged whale tactics may amplify short-term volatility rather than support long-term stability in Ethereum markets. Traders should watch on-chain whale leverage and shifting inflows as potential triggers for abrupt reversals.

Ethereum slumps against Bitcoin after market participants rotate toward BTC allocations, dimming ETH performance. Ethereum slumps have intensified as institutional and retail funds flow into Bitcoin, driving Bitcoin gains while most altcoins, including Ethereum, register declines. Greeks.Live reports a substantial 260,000 ETH whale buy concentrated around the $4,400 price level. This focused order flow may trigger elevated order-book volatility. Traders should monitor liquidity and execution risk as they adjust tactical portfolios. Key metrics include the 260K ETH whale orders, bullish institutional BTC allocation, and the speculative $4,400 price zone. While the whale buy hints at support near $4,400, broader weakness versus Bitcoin suggests continued pressure. Market participants are advised to watch for sudden liquidity shifts and potential price swings in the near term.

Solana’s Alpenglow upgrade (SIMD-0326) reduces transaction finality from ~12 seconds to around 150 milliseconds, delivering near-instant settlement and lower confirmation variance. This reduction in transaction finality has secured over 99% validator support, signaling a smooth activation and minimizing contentious fork risks. The Alpenglow upgrade enhances throughput and predictable settlement, making Solana more attractive to high-frequency traders and institutional flows. Corporate treasuries report more than $1.7 billion in SOL locked, tightening circulating supply and fueling strategic accumulation. MEXC Research projects price targets of $215 by September and $250 by year-end, reflecting staking-driven supply constraints and growing institutional demand. While the Alpenglow upgrade does not modify staking mechanics, it sets the stage for a potential Solana ETF and broader regulatory approvals. Traders should monitor governance scheduling and treasury inflows for timing indicators, with regulatory delays posing the main risk to anticipated market reactions.

Starknet, the Ethereum layer-2 blockchain, faced an unexpected Starknet outage lasting over four hours after deploying its Grinta upgrade (v0.14.0). The network halted block production at #1961878, leaving transactions unprocessed between 2:23 am and 4:36 am UTC. To restore service, developers initiated a rollback (reorg) to block #1960612, erasing and requiring resubmission of all transactions in that window. The outage caused the STRK token to drop 4.5%, slipping to $0.1204 before recovering to around $0.1234 with a $503 million market cap. RPC providers and dApp connections were restored gradually. A detailed incident report with root cause analysis and long-term fixes is forthcoming. The Grinta upgrade aims to improve performance and decentralization by shifting block validation from a single sequencer to multiple independent nodes. Although the Starknet outage disrupted trading and network reliability, the swift rollback and service restoration demonstrated network resilience. Traders should monitor the upcoming technical report and token price stability.

World Liberty Financial’s native token WLFI jumped 9% to $0.2516 after HTX exchange introduced WLFI Flexible Earn, a new APY product offering 20% annual percentage yield. The high-flexible earn scheme accrues interest hourly with automatic compounding and no subscription limits. Following listing on Binance, Upbit and Bithumb, WLFI trading volume hit $4.4 billion, reflecting bullish trading sentiment. HTX founder Justin Sun acquired 600 million WLFI tokens (3% of unlocked supply) at the token generation event, boosting governance influence. Meanwhile, WLFI community approved a token buyback and burn program, using 100% of protocol-owned liquidity fees to purchase and burn WLFI, creating a deflationary feedback loop. This combination of high APY, tokenomics updates and major stakeholder support drives strong bullish momentum for WLFI in both short-term trading and long-term price potential.

Excellion Finance has standardized its market-neutral DeFi strategies across multiple EVM and non-EVM chains by adopting Fordefi’s institutional-grade MPC wallet. The platform’s granular policy engine enforces method-level rules, role-based approvals, spending limits, and allowlists, while pre-sign transaction simulations and risk alerts provide clarity on balance changes, fees, bridge paths, and potential flags. Vaults organized by strategy and chain group give a unified workspace for treasury, trading, and oversight, eliminating fragmented wallets and multisig delays. Fordefi’s browser extension connects to over 90 chains with BYO EVM support, enabling rapid access to new rollups and dApps. These tools help Excellion Finance move faster, maintain governance, and scale market-neutral DeFi strategies without compromising security.

XRP price is consolidating in both USDT and BTC markets within tightening chart patterns, positioning itself for a potential significant move. Against USDT, XRP has formed a narrowing triangle since its summer rally and is testing support near $2.70, with the 100-day moving average around $2.60–$2.70 offering added support. A breakdown below $2.70 could push the price toward the 200-day moving average at $2.40, while a triangle breakout may target $3.60. On the XRP/BTC pair, XRP broke out of a long-term descending channel and rallied toward 3,000 SAT before stabilizing above the 2,500 SAT zone. The 100-day and 200-day moving averages converge near 2,500 SAT, serving as key support. A drop below 2,400 SAT risks revisiting 2,000 SAT, whereas a rebound could aim for 3,000 SAT. With RSI readings below 50 on both pairs, momentum leans bearish short-term, but both support zones and moving averages could defend current levels. Traders should watch for a decisive breakout or breakdown in the coming sessions to confirm XRP’s next major directional move.

Crypto pundit Bitlord has publicly accused Ripple executives Brad Garlinghouse and Chris Larsen of XRP dumping, claiming their sales are suppressing the token’s price. In a series of posts on X, Bitlord warned that Ripple’s alleged XRP dumping suggests unprofitability and mounting competition, and threatened to dump a portion of his own holdings if the founders don’t cease within 24 hours. His ultimatum coincides with Ripple’s recent escrow release of 1 billion XRP and relock of 700 million XRP, leaving 300 million more in circulation. Meanwhile, on-chain data shows major whale accumulation—three wallets moved 236 million, 230 million, and 257 million XRP off exchanges—indicating a bullish outlook despite the downturn. Crypto analyst Ali Martinez also reported whales bought 340 million XRP in the past two weeks. At press time, XRP trades around $2.79, up 3% in 24 hours. This controversy over XRP dumping and whale activity adds new volatility factors for traders to monitor.

Starknet, a leading Ethereum Layer 2 network, experienced a complete four-hour freeze following its Grinta upgrade due to a node synchronization bug. All transactions and smart contracts were halted, shaking user confidence in Layer 2 reliability. The Starknet team swiftly identified the fault, applied a fix and relaunched the network, turning the incident into a live crash-test. Community reactions ranged from concern over Layer 2 maturity and institutional readiness to calls for improved testing procedures. Meanwhile, two emerging projects capitalized on heightened market attention: Token6900 (T6900), a hybrid ICO token with programmed scarcity and tiered pricing, raising anticipation ahead of its claim event; and Bitcoin Hyper (HYPER), a Bitcoin Layer 2 integrating Solana VM to enable fast, low-cost smart contracts, attracting over $12.7 million in presale. The outage highlights both the fragility of major protocol updates and the ongoing innovation in scaling solutions and token offerings.

On September 2, an unknown Ethereum address moved 6,294 ETH (approximately $27.56 million) to Bybit. These tokens were withdrawn from the exchange a month earlier at $3,779 per ETH and redeposited at $4,379 per ETH, yielding an estimated $3.76 million profit. This large-scale transfer highlights a significant profit-taking event by a crypto whale. While the whale realized substantial gains, redepositing the funds on Bybit could signal further trading or leverage activity rather than immediate selling pressure. Traders should monitor additional movements for potential impacts on ETH liquidity and price volatility.

DegenIn is a new Solana–integrated social media platform built for crypto traders. Featuring a Twitter-style feed and Discord-like communities, DegenIn combines social networking with real-time trading utilities. Users can track wallet analytics, follow key traders, and view live portfolio insights directly in the app. The platform’s zero-fee token launchpad lets creators deploy tokens with only standard network gas fees, while a 1% royalty funds community rewards and marketing. Additional features include tipping, content monetization, AI-powered trading assistance, and upcoming live trading directly from the social feed. By merging news, charts, and market tools under one roof, DegenIn aims to streamline DeFi workflows and boost project visibility. Early adopters gain access to token launches and KOL performance metrics, making DegenIn an all-in-one hub for degens, developers, and traders alike.

Michael Arrington is a prominent venture investor and tech journalist. He founded TechCrunch in 2005, scaling it into a leading startup news site before its sale to AOL. In 2017, he launched Arrington XRP Capital, a $100 million crypto hedge fund denominated in XRP, BTC and ETH. The fund targets early-stage blockchain ventures, DeFi platforms and crypto infrastructure projects. Notable investments include Arweave, BlockFi, SKALE Labs and CasperLabs. Arrington XRP Capital’s XRP base-currency model appeals to crypto-native investors and streamlines settlement. Michael Arrington’s experience in venture capital and journalism informs his focus on transparent funding rounds and blockchain adoption. He advocates real-world use cases in remittances and supply chains and urges robust risk controls in crypto lending. Traders should note his influence in digital asset markets and monitor his fund’s portfolio moves.

As crypto markets expand, traders need robust strategies to evaluate altcoins before investing. To evaluate altcoins accurately, six core criteria include studying the project whitepaper, analyzing tokenomics, verifying real-world adoption, assessing the development team, evaluating community engagement, and tracking ongoing technical updates. A detailed whitepaper reveals a project’s roadmap and use cases. Tokenomics review should cover total supply, circulating supply, issuance rates, token burns, and staking rewards. Adoption checks confirm utility across platforms. Team due diligence validates expertise and credibility. Strong community activity indicates sustained interest. Consistent development commits signal project viability. Using these steps in crypto research maximizes growth potential and minimizes risk.

Jay Jackson, a crypto trader and content creator, reflects on how missing five ideal trades due to FOMO and hesitation became his most valuable lesson in trading discipline. In early September 2025, Jackson watched Bitcoin surge after breaking a key resistance but hesitated on the buy. Over the week, his indecision cost him thousands in unrealized gains as price setups aligned with his strategy. This experience revealed that emotional control, not technical indicators, defines success. Jackson adopted a strict plan: trade only high-probability setups, set price alerts instead of constant chart-watching, focus on higher timeframes, and journal every skipped opportunity. Two weeks later, he executed a calm, precise Ethereum trade—spotting a support retest, bullish divergence on the 4H chart, and volume confirmation—and secured a 32% gain. Jackson concludes that patience and disciplined execution, rather than impulsive action, form the true edge in crypto trading. He urges traders to embrace missed opportunities, trust their process, and wait for the right trade.

TokenCanvas.IO has launched a personalized crypto dashboard, XRPMemeCoins, designed to give traders full control over their digital asset views. Built initially for the XRP Ledger community, this customizable crypto dashboard lets users add any token or NFT, curate assets, and apply custom themes. The white-label platform supports real-time data, cloud saving, and a sortable data table for deeper insights. Upcoming features include “Whale Watch” alerts, on-chain history timelines, and shareable public URLs. With a fair paywall model and enterprise white-label options, TokenCanvas.IO aims to empower traders and projects across all token ecosystems. This tool enhances focus, reduces noise, and streamlines market analysis for more efficient decision-making.

Cold wallet security is often hailed as the gold standard for protecting crypto assets by storing private keys offline. However, despite robust hardware wallet features, users can still lose funds due to compromised seed phrases, phishing attacks during firmware updates, supply chain tampering, user errors when signing transactions, or device failure. This article examines the false sense of security around cold wallets and outlines common vulnerabilities. It explains how attackers can intercept or manipulate seed phrases, exploit weak backup practices, or introduce malware during the transaction signing process. To enhance cold wallet security, traders should use genuine devices from authorized vendors, verify firmware integrity, employ multi-location encrypted backups of seed phrases, adopt passphrase protection, and maintain strict offline signing protocols. By understanding and addressing these risks, crypto holders can significantly reduce the chances of asset loss and strengthen their overall security posture.

Starting September, Taiwanese banks have upgraded anti-fraud risk control systems, triggering automated bank account freezes on dormant or unusual securities settlement accounts. The new measures target long-inactive accounts, large unexpected transactions and crypto exchange fund flows. Customers now must visit a branch to unlock frozen accounts or seek online assistance. Several users reported forced closures of securities settlement accounts at Taishin Bank, risking settlement defaults and requiring two-hour trips for branch reactivation. Banks rely on AI-driven risk assessments, often without prior notice. Traders should monitor bank risk control policies, keep transaction records and consider over-the-counter services for large crypto-related transfers. The bank account freeze has raised concerns about liquidity and settlement reliability but primarily aims to curb rising fraud cases.

AGI Alpha, the blockchain-native AGI-first platform spearheaded by AI pioneer Vincent Boucher, has launched its Meta-Agentic AGI Jobs Marketplace on Solana. The AGI Jobs Marketplace enables decentralized, on-chain job routing powered by the $AGIALPHA token. Users can post complex AI tasks with clear goals and rewards escrowed in $AGIALPHA. Verified AI agents bid, stake tokens, and execute tasks under smart contract governance. A reputation-weighted auction ensures each job is matched to the optimal agent based on speed, cost, and reliability. Outcomes are validated by a decentralized committee via cryptographic voting. Upon successful completion, payments are released on-chain with a 1% token burn to reinforce value. Failed tasks trigger stake slashing. Each completed job also mints an NFT certificate, creating an immutable record of achievement. Boucher’s Meta-Agentic architecture allows AI agents to design and manage other agents, creating a recursive intelligence flywheel that compounds capability. The platform aims to scale into a self-sustaining AGI economy, unlocking multi-quadrillion-dollar opportunities. This launch marks a shift from single-agent AI models to autonomous, multi-agent ecosystems on Solana.

Binance coin (BNB) has encountered strong resistance near the $867–$868 zone after peaking at $900 in late August. Despite a volume spike to 72,000 tokens and a rise in active wallet addresses, transaction volumes have declined since June. Upcoming US jobs data and potential Fed rate cuts could support BNB, but a failure to reclaim its breakout range may lead to retracements toward $850–$855. Meanwhile, Smart Yield Coin (SYC) is in its Stage 1 presale, offering Hold-to-Earn, AutoMine rewards, debit and credit card integration, and an AI Gas Fee Prediction Tool that cuts transaction costs by up to 50%. Backed by a full audit, legal incorporation, and a capped 1 billion supply, SYC presale’s transparent tokenomics and seasoned leadership make the SYC presale a high-potential option for traders seeking outsized gains.

Gold hit a record $3,500 per ounce, driven by safe-haven demand and Fed rate-cut bets. The precious metal’s surge signals risk-off sentiment in the broader cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin remains below key resistance levels, releasing limited momentum. Over the past four days, a whale moved $46.5 million worth of BTC into 10,500 ETH, reflecting a rotation to Ether. On-chain metrics show active Bitcoin addresses fell to 690,000 and fees stayed low, while $10.8 billion in transfer volume suggests large-entity repositioning rather than retail activity. A short-term holder indicator has flashed bottom signals, hinting at a potential Bitcoin trough. Meanwhile, altcoins saw mixed moves: WLFI plunged after its debut, while HYPE jumped following $100 million in August revenue. Traders in the cryptocurrency market should watch upcoming Tellor and Polygon token events, U.S. non-farm payrolls, and gold and Treasury yields for shifts in risk appetite that could drive Bitcoin and Ether volatility.

Techno Revenant, a pseudonymous trader on HyperLiquid, turned a $15 million WLFI stake—a Trump-linked DeFi token—into a $250 million windfall on its open-market debut. WLFI spiked to $0.40 before settling at $0.25 amid over $5 billion in trading volume. This nine-digit profit follows a recent $38 million gain from trading plasma (XPL) volatility. At the same time, hackers exploited Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade via an EIP-7702 phishing exploit, draining funds from WLFI holders. The events highlight both the lucrative potential and security risks of high-profile DeFi launches.

WLFI token, issued by the Trump family, launched on September 1 with an unexpected initial circulating supply of 246.7 billion out of a total 1,000 billion tokens—eight times higher than anticipated. The oversupply drove the market capitalization above $60 billion, briefly ranking WLFI token among the top 25 cryptocurrencies. Early investors holding 40 billion tokens, acquired at $0.015–$0.05, saw their holdings surge to $19 billion at a peak price of $0.47. Meanwhile, the Trump family controls 206 billion tokens (83.7% of circulating supply), securing $15 billion in cash and over $50 billion in token value for a total windfall of around $65 billion. Despite high-profile supporters like Justin Sun unlocking 20% of their stakes and pledging long-term support, 80% of major whales sold immediately. The price plunged 56% to $0.20, triggering $12.36 million in liquidations. With an additional 7.2 billion unlocked tokens yet to hit the market and 800 billion tokens still locked, WLFI token’s short-term volatility remains high, posing risks and opportunities for crypto traders.

On Sept. 2, a DeFi trader lost $13.5M in a Venus Protocol phishing attack. Blockchain security firm PeckShield initially estimated the loss at $27M but later adjusted for the trader’s outstanding debt. By approving a malicious transaction, the victim allowed attackers to drain stablecoins and wrapped assets (vUSDT and vUSDC) from their wallet. In response, Venus Protocol paused its smart contracts for a security audit, confirmed no protocol vulnerabilities, and blamed the breach on user error. This Venus Protocol phishing attack follows other early-September crypto thefts, including a WLFI token exploit and a $2.3M Bunni DEX hack. With August losses totalling over $163M, rising crypto prices are fueling more aggressive phishing scams. Traders should strengthen wallet security and monitor protocol audits to mitigate phishing risks.

Trader Roman warns that a drop in Bitcoin price below $100,000 could mark the end of the current bull market. The Bitcoin price has declined about 15% from its $125,000 peak, retesting critical support at $98,000–$100,000. Daily RSI shows bearish divergence, while four-hour and weekly charts display bullish RSI signals that may support a rebound. Optimists expect new highs in 4–6 weeks if support holds. Analyst Michaël van de Poppe suggests accumulating at $102,000–$104,000. Despite an August pullback of roughly 6.5%, Bitcoin outperformed its four-year seasonal average. Traders should watch the $100,000 level for clues on market direction.

Bitmine has steadily expanded its Ethereum treasury, growing from over 1.71 million ETH in June 2024 to 1.87 million ETH (valued at $8.98 billion) as of August 31. This record ETH holding cements Bitmine’s position as the world’s largest corporate Ethereum treasury. Alongside its Ethereum treasury, Bitmine holds 192 BTC and $635 million in cash, making it the second-largest crypto treasury firm after MicroStrategy. The company’s balance sheet diversification strategy—combining sizable on-chain exposure with cash reserves—underscores growing institutional demand for ETH. Traders should watch for potential supply constraints, shifts in market liquidity driven by large corporate treasuries, and increased bullish momentum for Ethereum.

BitMine Immersion Technologies (NYSE AMERICAN: BMNR) has released its August investor presentation, “the Alchemy of 5%,” and a new video update from Chairman Tom Lee. The materials detail BitMine’s plan to acquire 5% of Ethereum’s supply and highlight long-term ETH upside driven by regulatory catalysts like the SEC’s Project Crypto and the GENIUS Act. As of August 31, BitMine’s combined crypto and cash assets total $8.98 billion, including 1,866,974 ETH, 192 BTC and $635 million in cash. This makes BitMine the world’s largest Ethereum treasury and the second-largest digital assets treasury globally. Since launching its ETH treasury strategy on June 30, BitMine has reached key milestones. BitMine stock also ranks among the most traded U.S. equities, averaging $2.3 billion in daily volume.

Ethereum price outlook for late 2025 shows analysts spotting a 2021-style setup with key support between $1,800–$2,000 and $3,800–$4,000. This Ethereum price outlook highlights a “Final Retest” pattern noted by technical experts Merlijn The Trader and EtherNasyonal, mirroring the 2018–2021 breakout phase where consolidation preceded a parabolic surge. Institutional buying and a confirmed breakout above $3,800 are cited as essential catalysts. If Ethereum holds these support levels—especially retaining $3,800–$4,000 after a breakout—historical precedents suggest a potential rally toward $10,000 by late 2025. Traders should watch retests of the $3,800 zone, monitor on-chain volume and institutional flows for timing entry and exit points. This summary of the Ethereum price outlook provides clear technical levels and market signals for strategic decision-making.

MicroStrategy has purchased 4,048 Bitcoins between August 26 and September 1, spending roughly $449.3 million at an average price of $110,981 per BTC. This latest Bitcoin purchase underscores MicroStrategy’s ongoing accumulation strategy and showcases its leading role in corporate crypto investment. The acquisition took place during a period of Bitcoin price consolidation, signaling strong confidence in the digital asset’s long-term potential. For crypto traders, this Bitcoin purchase may support Bitcoin liquidity and market depth. Continued institutional buying provides a bullish indicator for traders, reinforcing expectations of further price appreciation and validating Bitcoin’s appeal as an inflation hedge and strategic reserve asset.

Dogecoin price has consolidated around $0.215, forming a symmetrical triangle since mid-July, with resistance near $0.315 and support at $0.168. Recent rounded bottom patterns suggest medium-term bullish targets at $0.334, $0.398, and $0.460 if price holds above $0.20. Meanwhile, Shiba Inu trades around $0.0000122, with whale holdings halved to 45 billion SHIB and active addresses rising above 270 million, but slow gains have frustrated investors. In response, traders are exploring projects with real utility like Remittix (RTX). Remittix has raised $23.1 million in token sales, listed on BitMart and soon LBANK, and will launch a Beta Wallet on Sept 15 for crypto-to-fiat transactions. Low gas fees, staking, cross-chain DeFi, and upcoming wallet functionality make Remittix a top alternative. For crypto traders, monitoring Dogecoin price action around $0.20 and Shiba Inu support at $0.000012 is key, while Remittix’s exchange listings and utility-driven growth could offer a bullish catalyst.