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Shiba Inu has released all eight episodes of its “Shy Speaks SHIB” podcast on X, responding to community demand for centralized access. Hosted by lead developer Shytoshi Kusama, the series offers over seven hours of in-depth discussions on core SHIB ecosystem elements such as Shibarium, the Karma rewards system, Hoichi cross-chain protocol, and the FHE privacy initiative developed with Zama.ai. Originally available on Spotify, the podcasts delve into technical roadmaps and decentralization principles guiding Shiba Inu’s growth. Listeners learn how Karma earns XP through on-chain actions in Puppynet, how Hoichi bridges Shibarium to more than 60 blockchains, and how fully homomorphic encryption can enhance transaction privacy. By streaming the full collection on X, the Shiba Inu team aims to boost transparency and strengthen community engagement, offering traders and supporters a comprehensive overview of upcoming developments.

Ethereum price has slipped below the 100-hour SMA and key trend lines, failing to clear resistance around $4,500–$4,630. The bearish trend line near $4,380 caps all upside moves. Immediate resistance levels sit at $4,355, $4,380 and $4,415, while support zones lie at $4,440, $4,400, then $4,250, $4,220 and $4,165. A decisive break above $4,415 could target $4,480 and $4,550. Conversely, a move below $4,400 would risk accelerating bearish momentum toward $4,320, $4,250 and as low as $4,120. The hourly MACD and RSI remain bearish, indicating continued downward pressure. Traders should monitor Ethereum price action at these key levels to gauge whether a trend reversal is on the horizon or if the decline will intensify.

RLUSD adoption is set to increase XRP demand by leveraging XRP’s On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) capabilities. Finance expert Versan Aljarrah explains RLUSD, Ripple’s new US dollar–backed stablecoin, relies on XRP as a bridge asset to enable fast, low-cost transfers of tokenized dollars across financial systems. As more institutions adopt RLUSD, they require reliable liquidity corridors. XRP demand rises when market participants use On-Demand Liquidity to settle large RLUSD transactions. This dynamic could expand XRP’s utility beyond speculation, integrating it deeper into global payment networks. Analysts draw parallels with past stablecoin rollouts: USDC’s growth spurred XRP usage in key corridors. Increased RLUSD adoption will likely boost XRP demand short term by driving trading volumes, and strengthen XRP’s liquidity role long term as digital assets merge with traditional finance.

Burkina Faso has launched a one-day National Situational Analysis Workshop to develop its first National AI Action Plan and AI strategy. Organized by the Ministry of Digital Transformation, Postal and Electronic Communications, the workshop grouped participants into governance, ethics, data, innovation, research and training working groups. Secretary General Borlli Michel Somé emphasized using local talent and collective input to draft Burkina Faso’s AI strategy. He outlined a provisional 2026–2028 roadmap focusing on digital infrastructure expansion, robust data governance, human capital development, innovation support and international cooperation. In parallel, Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology is drafting a Law on Digital Transformation. The bill aims to link physical and digital realms and mandates the government and agencies to drive digital transformation by allocating state budgets, modernizing infrastructure, mobilizing resources for emerging technologies and supporting SMEs. It also highlights distributed ledger technology (DLT) and AI as key focus areas and calls for universal digital skills development. These initiatives underscore both countries’ commitment to digital transformation and emerging technologies.

Crypto exchange Bitget has upgraded its platform token BGB to Morph chain status and burned 2.2 billion tokens, entering the 2025 token burn competition following OKX’s one-off destruction of 65.25 million OKB. The article revisits the 2021 platform-token burn war—highlighting BNB, HT, OKB and FTT’s large-scale buybacks and burns that fueled tenfold rallies—and contrasts it with today’s stricter regulatory environment and mature exchange ecosystems. In 2025, Binance’s BNB rose from $250 to over $800, driven by its Alpha launch, BNB Chain ecosystem growth and Maxwell upgrade. OKX strengthened global licenses, expanded its Web3 wallet, and executed its 29th and final OKB burn, locking supply at 21 million ahead of a rumored US IPO. Bitget’s BGB burn and Morph upgrade add another competitive catalyst. Traders should watch supply cuts, ecosystem milestones and regulatory moves for potential price breakouts.

SlowMist has entered a strategic partnership with AlloyX Group to co-develop and secure a next-generation stablecoin infrastructure. Under the agreement, SlowMist will act as an independent security auditor, conducting comprehensive audits, design reviews, and advisory services throughout AlloyX’s platform and smart contract development lifecycle. Key services include security architecture guidance, risk mitigation strategies, and resilience testing against evolving threats. AlloyX, a global stablecoin payments and asset tokenization specialist, aims to embed institutional-grade security into every layer of its blockchain-based payment infrastructure. This collaboration reinforces best-practice standards for scalable, compliant stablecoin ecosystems and underscores growing emphasis on security in digital finance. Primary keywords: stablecoin infrastructure, blockchain security. Secondary keywords: security audit, risk mitigation, asset tokenization.

Binance Alpha GATA listing is scheduled for September 4. The new Gata (GATA) token will debut on Binance’s Alpha trading platform. Eligible users can use Alpha points to redeem a GATA airdrop after trading opens. Details on eligibility and distribution will follow. This GATA listing on Binance Alpha underscores the platform’s strategy to offer early access to high-potential tokens. Crypto traders should track GATA performance and adjust positions accordingly. The Binance Alpha GATA listing may drive initial volume and volatility. Traders using Alpha points can gain exposure to GATA before its main exchange launch.

A technical analyst on X highlights that Toncoin (TON) is coiling inside a symmetrical triangle pattern on the daily chart. This formation, defined by two converging trendlines sloping toward each other, signals that consolidation is narrowing as the price approaches the apex. Historically, breakouts from symmetrical triangles carry no directional bias—upside and downside moves are equally probable. According to the analyst, a breakout could trigger a 50% price move in either direction. Toncoin has recently tested the lower trendline, trading around $3.04 before rebounding to $3.11. Traders should watch for a retest of support. A successful hold could pave the way for a bullish surge, while a breakdown would confirm bearish momentum. With the pattern nearing completion in the next few months, volatility is set to rise. Toncoin traders should prepare for a significant price swing.

Senate Bill 1330, introduced by Senator Bam Aquino IV, proposes placing the Philippines’ entire government budget on a public blockchain. The proposal aims to boost budget transparency and curb corruption by allowing citizens to track every peso in real time on a government budget blockchain. If approved, the Philippines would become the first country to record its full national budget on-chain. The plan builds on the Department of Budget and Management’s Polygon zkEVM platform launched in July 2024 with BayaniChain and Prismo. The system publishes key budget documents, such as Special Allotment Release Orders and Notices of Cash Allocation, as immutable NFTs. Department of Information and Communications Technology Secretary Henry Aguda also backs the bill. He points to existing blockchain use in finance and to the DICT’s own eGOVchain web3 system. DICT has expanded web3 initiatives with YGG Pilipinas, hosting Metaverse Filipino Worker Caravan events to promote blockchain skills. Traders should watch for increased demand for MATIC and a shift in market sentiment. Government adoption of a public blockchain could be bullish for the Polygon network and set a new standard in cryptofiscal transparency.

Bitcoin’s spot trading volume and on-chain CBD indicator reveal strong buyer support, contrasting with weak Ethereum liquidity. Glassnode data shows dense BTC accumulation across multiple price levels, hinting at sustained backing beyond futures-driven momentum. Exchange flows further underscore this shift: Coinbase recorded a sharp net inflow surge from August 25–31 after its 30-day SMA hit a multi-year low, while Binance’s 30-day SMA inflows on July 25 and August 25 reached 2024 highs—signaling significant reserve reallocation and renewed accumulation. Although long-term holders have increased spending, overall activity remains within normal ranges, suggesting orderly distribution rather than panic selling. Price action confirms resilience. After finding support near $107,300, BTC rebounded past the $109,900 high and formed bullish signals on 15-minute, one-hour, and four-hour charts. The RSI on the four-hour chart climbed above 50, reinforcing upward momentum. A decisive daily close above the key $112,500–$113,650 resistance zone would invalidate the recent downtrend and open targets at $116,300, $117,500, and $119,500. However, with September’s historical seasonality favoring bears, failure below $113,650 could trigger a pullback toward $105,000–$100,000.

A major whale or institutional player has withdrawn 5,100 ETH (US$22 million) from OKX, bringing its total ETH withdrawals since August 29 to 42,682 ETH (US$188 million). Meanwhile, Morgan Stanley revealed it purchased US$188 million worth of spot Bitcoin ETFs in Q2. The Ethereum Foundation deposited 10,000 ETH (US$43 million) to Kraken ahead of planned gradual sales for funding development. In a regulatory boost, the SEC and CFTC issued a joint statement paving the way for spot crypto trading on registered U.S. platforms. Coinbase will launch “Mag7 + Crypto Equity Index Futures” on September 22, combining top tech stocks with spot BTC and ETH ETFs. These developments signal strong institutional demand and clearer market infrastructure for crypto traders.

On September 3, BitMine Chairman Tom Lee featured fund analyst Mark Newton in his “Chairman’s Address” to present a technical study of the Ethereum price. Newton’s model-driven scenarios project a near-term rally to $5,500 in September and a rise to $9,000 by January, based on momentum indicators and trendline analysis. This Ethereum price forecast is scenario-based and should be applied within established risk management frameworks. The report also identifies key liquidation thresholds, estimating $1.553 billion in long liquidations if ETH falls below $4,200 and $940 million in shorts if it breaks $4,400. These projections emphasize BitMine’s reliance on internal research and signal a bullish market outlook.

India’s Finance Ministry will enforce global crypto reporting rules by January 2025. These global crypto reporting rules follow the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). Under the new regime, domestic and overseas crypto exchanges must report transactions above a EUR 250 threshold to tax authorities. The ministry will hold consultations with platforms like WazirX and CoinDCX, gathering feedback until June. The measure aims to strengthen crypto tax compliance and curb tax evasion. It aligns India with international tax transparency standards and the Common Reporting Standard (CRS). Non-compliance may trigger penalties. Analysts warn the new rules could tighten market liquidity in the short term but enhance long-term stability by boosting institutional trust in the Indian crypto market.

US court has ruled that Google may keep its Chrome browser and Android system intact but must end exclusive search deals and open parts of its search data to AI browser competitors. The decision stems from a five-year antitrust case by the Justice Department, which accused Google of using high-fee default agreements with device makers to maintain its search monopoly. The ruling prohibits new exclusivity deals and forces Google to share search index and user interaction data with rival AI browsers. Investors reacted positively, sending Alphabet shares up over 6% and Apple up 4%. However, Google’s long-held strategy of locking in default settings ends. Data sharing obligations present both technical and privacy risks. The judge noted the rapid rise of generative AI, such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, reshaping search markets, and ensured fair exposure for third-party AI browser services. Google plans to appeal. The scope and rules for data sharing will shape future competition in AI browsers and digital advertising.

Konstantin Anissimov, CEO of Currency.com, argues that traditional compliance frameworks can’t keep pace with 24/7 cryptocurrency markets and advocates embedding AI-native compliance systems at the core. He cites research showing 71% of executives expect financial crime threats to rise by 2025 but only 23% deem current frameworks practical. AI-native compliance enables real-time risk detection, contextualized alerts, and automated upstream decision-making, reducing false positives and scaling with transaction volumes. It integrates sanctions screening, wallet behavior analysis, KYC and leverages zero-knowledge proofs to verify compliance without exposing user data. Transparency, interoperability and auditability are critical to maintain trust among users and regulators. Industry pilots already demonstrate higher detection rates and streamlined operations. Anissimov urges the adoption of explainable, auditable AI-driven compliance layers to support sustainable growth in cryptocurrency trading and usage.

Ethena’s stablecoin USDe saw a 42% supply jump to $12.43 billion in August, fueling protocol revenue to a year-high $61 million. The proposed fee switch would grant ENA token holders direct access to these earnings, potentially strengthening long-term fundamentals and sparking a price rally in Q4. ENA is trading at $0.68 (+7% 24h), with a market cap of $4.47 billion and daily volume of $890 million. Technically, ENA is consolidating around $0.67, facing resistance at $0.72 and support at $0.63. A break above $0.70 could pave the way to $0.75. Since inception, Ethena has generated over $492 million in fees, including quarterly peaks of $145 million (Q4 2024) and $98 million (Q3 2025). USDe staking yields about 9%, outperforming USDC yields on Aave. Upcoming catalysts include potential rate cuts, HyENAtrade launch, an Ethereal DEX rollout and a Nasdaq listing for StablecoinX. While the fee switch may boost ENA demand, similar DeFi fee activations have sometimes triggered 10–20% sell-offs, suggesting possible short-term volatility.

The US crypto regulation framework has shifted from enforcement to constructive rulemaking under the CLARITY Act, which classifies digital assets as commodities or securities, and the GENIUS Act for stablecoin issuance. Additional measures include 401(k) crypto allocations and a proposed Bitcoin Reserve Act. Meanwhile, ten potential airdrop projects—such as Based (BASED), Fogo (FOGO) and others—offer traders new incentives. Major firms like Sony, Toyota and Google are launching enterprise blockchains to integrate traditional users on-chain. On-chain data reveals 70% of ETH in ten addresses led by the Beacon Deposit Contract, exchanges and institutional trusts (e.g., BlackRock’s ETHA, Fidelity’s FETH). This highlights a shift to institutional ETH ownership. Finally, the WLFI token’s record launch price signals a new finance-focused crypto narrative driven by capital efficiency and institutional demand.

According to OKX data on September 3, CRO led daily gainers with a 6.64% increase to $0.271. Other top performers included SOL up 5.59% at $211.47, RAY up 5.53% at $3.48, SATS up 4.62% at $0.0000000360, and JUP up 4.53% at $0.505. On the downside, MKR fell 0.82% to $1,740, followed by LEO down 0.07% at $9.549. These session results highlight CRO’s strong momentum and MKR’s minor pullback amid broader market fluctuations. Traders may consider CRO’s upward trend and monitor SOL, RAY, and JUP for potential momentum plays while observing MKR for signs of recovery.

In the week of August 25–31, the crypto market entered an adjustment phase. The crypto market saw Bitcoin (BTC) fall sharply, altcoins decline, and liquidity peak during Trump-related token activity. Ethereum (ETH) drew attention despite net $1.4 billion outflows—the highest since March. Macro liquidity improved amid expectations that the Fed will cut rates twice this year and four times next. Among top 300 tokens, ULTIMA, CRO, and QTUM led gains while KTA, QUBIC, and CTC saw declines. Trump family’s DeFi project WLFI plans its 20% initial token release at $0.015–$0.05 on September 1. On-chain data shows the MVRV-ZScore at 2.5, indicating holders are at a loss. Futures funding rates are normal at 0.01%, with open interest dropping as major funds exit and a bullish bias with a 1.8 long-short ratio. Global stablecoin supply reached $277.8 billion (+0.1% WoW). USD1, WLFI’s stablecoin, grew 10% to $2.7 billion, ranking seventh. USDT and USDC flows increased on Polygon, MNT, AVAX, and HYPE chains. North America leads stablecoin usage at 38%, followed by Europe at 37% and Asia at 16%.

ConsenSys’ Layer2 network Linea has opened the Linea Ignition incentive program to its entire community. The program aims to boost Total Value Locked (TVL) on Linea and reward liquidity providers (LPs) across major DeFi protocols. Users can earn LINEA tokens by supplying liquidity on Etherex, Aave and Euler Labs. The 10-week Linea Ignition campaign runs through October and will support the upcoming native ETH yield feature. This initiative seeks to drive network adoption and deepen liquidity ahead of the launch of ETH yield products. With fresh LP incentives and a clear roadmap, Linea aims to cement its position in the Layer2 DeFi sector.

Dogecoin trades around $0.21 as key bullish patterns converge. On the 4-hour chart, Dogecoin forms a symmetrical triangle with rising support and resistance near $0.23. A decisive 4-hour close above $0.23 could spark a rally toward Fibonacci targets at $0.28 and $0.31. On the daily chart, a cup-and-handle pattern has developed, with the neckline close to $0.24. A daily close above $0.24 would confirm the breakout and project a longer-term target near $0.42. Volume (67.9M) and RSI (~48) indicate range-bound conditions between $0.21 and $0.24. Traders should watch for expanding volume and momentum signals like an MACD cross to validate the breakout. Failure to hold support at $0.20 risks a drop to $0.19. Risk managers may place stop-loss orders below $0.20 and scale targets using Fibonacci extensions and measured moves. The convergence of the symmetrical triangle and cup-and-handle increases breakout odds. However, confirmation is essential to avoid false moves.

The IDEX token rallied 34% in seven days as hybrid DEX trading volumes recover. Perpetual volume on IDEX tripled to $1.5 billion in 2025, up from $500 million, reinforcing demand for the hybrid DEX model. On-chain indicators show price action holding above Q3 trendline support while On Balance Volume (OBV) climbs in an ascending channel. The primary resistance sits at $0.045, a 42% upside from current levels. Key support zones at $0.031 and $0.024 may offer entry points ahead of a potential rate cut. However, open interest dipped from $4 million to $2.4 million, signaling weaker speculative appetite. Overall, the outlook for the IDEX token remains bullish if crypto volumes continue to rebound.

Bitcoin is trading above $114,000 as bulls defend key support. Institutional inflows into Bitcoin products topped $2.5 billion in August. Analysts expect Bitcoin to reach $125,000–$160,000 by year-end and target $190,000–$200,000 amid strong ETF demand and record open interest. Smart money is rotating into Ethereum and Solana. Ethereum is trading near $4,400 with projected moves to $4,900–$5,200 in September. Upgrades like EIP-4844 and future sharding could drive fees lower and network speeds higher. Solana holds around $210 after a 14% monthly gain. Institutions plan $1 billion in purchases and await ETF approvals from Fidelity and Bitwise. The Firedancer upgrade may lift throughput and stability. Early-stage token MAGACOIN FINANCE is under a cent. Analysts note its low entry window and forecast up to 50× gains if adoption rises. Traders view this rotation as bullish for crypto markets and a sign of maturing institutional money flows.

Solana price has rebounded from a $195 support level, with traders monitoring a critical $205–$215 resistance zone. A decisive break above this range could propel Solana price toward $225 and then challenge the $300 barrier. The recent Alpenglow upgrade is the primary catalyst. It slashes block finality to 100–150 ms and boosts throughput to over 107,000 TPS. Key features like Votor (off-chain validation) and Rotor (stake-weighted relays) reduce latency and network bottlenecks. Validator costs have plunged from $60,000 to $1,000 per year, enhancing decentralization and opening doors for real-time DeFi and high-frequency trading. The 20+20 resilience model ensures 99.6% validator approval even if 40% fail, matching Nasdaq-grade reliability. Institutional flows underscore renewed confidence: Galaxy Digital moved $103 million in SOL to Coinbase, and Pantera Capital plans fresh allocations. Whale and “shark” wallets are accumulating at support levels. Analysts warn that failure to clear $215 could trigger a retest of $190, but consensus is bullish if accumulation continues. A sustained move above $215 could pave the way to $250, $295 and ultimately $300.

The stablecoin market has nearly doubled in size over the past year, reaching $280 billion as issuers back tokens with short-term U.S. Treasuries. This trend ties crypto liquidity more directly to Federal Reserve policy than ever before. Coinbase analysts predict stablecoin supply could swell to $1.2 trillion by 2028, necessitating $5.3 billion of new Treasury purchases each week and potentially exerting downward pressure on yields. However, sudden redemptions risk triggering forced selling of bills, draining market liquidity. OKX Singapore CEO Gracie Lin argues that stablecoins have built robust payment rails but now require a unified market to boost efficiency, liquidity and utility. On Goldman Sachs’ Exchanges podcast, UC Berkeley economist Barry Eichengreen warned of a possible 2008-style liquidity crunch if confidence in stablecoins falters. Former U.S. Comptroller Brian Brooks countered that the GENIUS Act’s requirement for one-to-one Treasury backing mirrors historic banking reforms and strengthens dollar demand by ensuring each token is fully collateralized. The debate highlights a macroeconomic dilemma: stablecoins may shave basis points off Treasury yields and act as a new engine of global dollar demand, or they could amplify shocks and strain markets during stress events. Traders should monitor regulatory developments and redemption patterns to gauge whether stablecoins will steady or destabilize liquidity in the months ahead.

On-chain data shows a major whale has removed a total of 42,682 ETH (≈$188 million at $4,403) from OKX over five days, including recent withdrawals of 12,410 ETH in four hours and 5,100 ETH marking its fourth large transfer since August 29. The same addresses also hold 80.8 million USDT previously withdrawn in July. These outflows reduce exchange ETH supply and potentially lower sell pressure. Cumulatively, this whale has accumulated 30,246 ETH (≈$134 million) in the past 24 hours, underscoring a long-term bullish stance. Traders should monitor OKX ETH balances and ongoing withdrawal patterns as key indicators of market sentiment and possible upward price momentum.

Poseidon V1.0, a decentralized AI audio data infrastructure incubated by Story, has officially launched. Poseidon V1.0 enables users to upload audio by reading provided text, empowering AI models to train on diverse accents, dialects, and environments. Users who submit high-quality, compliant audio earn Poseidon points and extra partner incentives. The project closed a $15 million seed round led by a16z crypto, fueling development and ecosystem growth. The launch marks a milestone in decentralized AI data platforms, offering new on-chain incentives for data providers and promising fresh opportunities in AI-driven crypto services.

A major whale or institution has withdrawn an additional 483,000 PENDLE tokens (~$2.2M) from Binance in the past hour, continuing a steady accumulation strategy that began in late March. The whale’s six addresses now hold a combined 4.071 million PENDLE (~$18.56M) at an average cost of $3.16, representing an unrealized gain of $5.7M (+44%). This persistent PENDLE buying and Binance withdrawal suggests strong whale confidence and reduced exchange supply. Traders should watch for potential price support and increased volatility as the whale’s hoarding could drive bullish momentum for PENDLE in both the short and long term.

Swedish buy-now-pay-later firm Klarna and US blockchain lender Figure have filed for US IPOs in New York. Klarna aims to price 34.3 million shares at $35–37, raising up to $1.27 billion and valuing the company near $14 billion. Figure plans to sell 26.3 million Nasdaq shares at $18–20, seeking $526 million at a $4.13 billion valuation under ticker “FIGR”. These filings follow strong debuts by stablecoin issuer Circle and crypto exchange Bullish, signalling revived investor interest in high-growth fintech and blockchain finance. Klarna recovered from a mid-2022 valuation dip to relaunch its US IPO plans amid steadier markets. Figure, co-founded by Mike Cagney in 2018, turned profitable in H1 2025 with a $29 million gain and cuts home equity loan approval times to 10 days using blockchain. The wave of listings, including Gemini’s $2.2 billion roadshow, highlights growing risk appetite and regulatory confidence. Investors must weigh consumer spending resilience and blockchain adoption pace, with market sentiment hinging on aftermarket performance and broader tech stock demand.