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Bitcoin Spot Demand Crash Triggers ETF Selloff Fears

Introduction: A Sudden, Sharp Shift Bitcoin’s ongoing rally hit an unexpected wall this week as on-chain data revealed a dramatic drop in spot demand. In just 48 hours, BTC saw a $220 million net outflow, coupled with a 25% decline in ETF inflows—the sharpest slowdown since March 2024. This sudden reversal has reignited speculation about…

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Ethereum Whale Buy Sparks Institutional Surge of Confidence

Introduction: Whale Activity Sends Shockwaves In a significant development this week, a massive Ethereum (ETH) purchase worth $141.6 million by a crypto whale through FalconX has caught the attention of investors worldwide. The transaction, carried out over the past two days, signals strong institutional conviction in Ethereum’s long-term value, especially amid ongoing volatility in the…

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Crypto Hedge Funds Surge as Bitcoin and Ethereum Rally

Introduction: A Bullish Wind Returns The first week of August 2025 has delivered a strong wave of optimism for institutional investors in the digital asset space. As Bitcoin surpassed $123,000 and Ethereum crossed the $7,200 mark, top-performing crypto hedge funds have reported substantial gains, beating traditional hedge funds and even outperforming several major stock indices….

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India’s ₹260 Crore Crypto Laundering Scam: ED Cracks Down on Digital Fraud

Introduction: A Digital Scam Unveiled In a significant development reflecting the convergence of cybercrime and cryptocurrencies, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) of India uncovered a massive ₹260 crore crypto laundering ring on August 3rd, 2025. The laundering operation was tied to an international syndicate that posed as police and law enforcement officials to extort money from…

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Bullish IPO Valuation Targets $4.23 B Amid Market Momentum

IntroductionCrypto exchange Bullish has taken a major step towards going public in the U.S., filing for an initial public offering (IPO) targeting a valuation of up to $4.23 billion. The firm plans to raise up to $629 million, offering approximately 20.3 million shares at between $28 and $31 each, with major underwriters including J.P. Morgan, Jefferies, and…

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CFTC Spot Crypto Trading Expansion Revives Institutional Access

In a groundbreaking move poised to reshape the U.S. digital asset market, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has approved the trading of spot cryptocurrency contracts on registered futures exchanges. Announced on August 4, 2025, this decision opens the door for institutional investors to directly trade cryptocurrencies under a federally regulated framework—an unprecedented development in…

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Arkham Uncovers LuBian Bitcoin Heist Worth $3.5B in 2020

Introduction On August 3–4, 2025, blockchain intelligence firm Arkham disclosed details of the largest known Bitcoin theft, revealing 127,426 BTC stolen from Chinese mining pool LuBian in December 2020. At the time, the haul was worth around $3.5 billion, and today it’s valued at $14.5 billion This Arkham Bitcoin heist was concealed for nearly four years until…

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SEC Launches Project Crypto to Modernize U.S. Markets

Introduction On July 31, 2025, SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins unveiled Project Crypto, a Commission-wide initiative aimed at modernizing U.S. financial markets to accommodate digital assets and blockchain-based trading. This bold shift marks a sharp break from the previous administration’s enforcement-heavy stance under former Chair Gary Gensler Seen as a “generational opportunity”, Project Crypto sets…

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GENIUS Act Sets U.S. Stablecoin Rules, Boosts Trust in Digital Cash

Introduction On July 17, 2025, the U.S. House passed the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act, a hallmark law that requires strict reserve backing and transparency for stablecoin issuers. The bill was signed by President Trump the next day and swiftly became a cornerstone of America’s new regulatory regime for digital…

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SEC’s Project Crypto Unveils Pro‑Innovation U.S. Framework

Introduction On July 31, 2025, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) raised eyebrows across the crypto sector by officially launching Project Crypto—a sweeping regulatory initiative designed to transform how cryptocurrencies, tokenized securities, and DeFi instruments operate within U.S. capital markets. This effort was revealed in a speech by SEC Chair Paul Atkins at the…