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Shiba Inu Whale Transactions Surge Amid Critical Technical Decision

12:26 08-08-2025 （2 days ago）

Shiba Inu (SHIB) is witnessing a dramatic spike in whale transactions as meme coin traders position for potential price movements amid ongoing recovery attempts. Currently trading around $0.00001293, SHIB has recorded a 525% increase in whale transactions valued between $1M–$10M, alongside a 122% surge in $100,000–$1M bracket activity. This heightened capital movement signals renewed institutional interest as SHIB approaches pivotal...

SBI Holdings Awaits Regulatory Clarity for Planned Crypto ETFs, Denies Any Current Applications

08:06 08-08-2025 （2 days ago）

SBI Holdings has confirmed it has not submitted any applications for cryptocurrency-related exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and remains in the planning phase for such products. The company is awaiting regulatory clarification from Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) before proceeding with any formal filings. A company representative emphasized that SBI Holdings currently has no active crypto ETF applications pending approval. Progress depends...

SEC and Ripple Conclude Landmark XRP Legal Dispute, Finalizing 2023 Securities Classification

00:19 08-08-2025 （2 days ago）

The long-running legal dispute between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs Inc. has reached a formal conclusion, solidifying the key findings of a previous court ruling. The settlement brings definitive closure to the litigation concerning the regulatory status of XRP sales. This resolution finalizes the court's 2023 ruling which established distinct classifications for different sales methods....

Experts Challenge Blockchain-Centric View of Decentralized AI

16:05 08-08-2025 （2 days ago）

Industry voices are highlighting a critical misconception in the Web3 ecosystem: the frequent conflation of decentralized artificial intelligence with blockchain technology. This erroneous linkage risks stifling innovation by imposing artificial constraints where none exist. Many successful decentralized AI initiatives – including federated learning systems – already operate effectively without blockchain infrastructure, relying instead on peer-to-peer networks and advanced cryptography. These...

Coinbase Launches Decentralized Exchange Trading for U.S. Mobile Customers, Excludes New York

19:19 08-08-2025 （1 day ago）

Coinbase has expanded its platform by introducing decentralized exchange (DEX) trading capabilities for U.S. customers through its mobile application. The new feature enables direct access to emerging tokens but remains unavailable to users in New York State. The service currently supports tokens minted on Coinbase’s Ethereum layer-2 Base network. Expansion plans include adding assets such as Solana in the future,...

California Judge Greenlights State Lawsuits Against Celebrities Over EthereumMax Promotions

19:20 08-08-2025 （1 day ago）

A California judge has ruled that state-level lawsuits against celebrities who promoted the EthereumMax (EMAX) token can proceed, enabling investors to pursue legal action for 2021 investment losses. The decision opens pathways for affected individuals to seek restitution through courts in New York, California, and Florida. The lawsuits target high-profile promoters including Kim Kardashian, Floyd Mayweather, and Paul Pierce, who...

Ripple Concludes SEC Lawsuit With $50M Settlement; XRP Sales Cleared as Non-Securities

03:45 08-08-2025 （2 days ago）

Ripple Labs Inc. and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission have formally dismissed all legal appeals, ending their multi-year court battle. As part of the final settlement terms, Ripple has agreed to pay a $50 million civil penalty and will receive approximately $75 million in previously escrowed funds returned by the regulatory body. Crucially, the resolution maintains the court's original...

Crypto Whale Executes Major ETH/BTC Arbitrage on Aave Impacting Market Liquidity

19:18 08-08-2025 （1 day ago）

A cryptocurrency whale identified by wallet address 0xaf6c recently executed a high-impact arbitrage strategy on Aave involving substantial Ethereum and Bitcoin positions. The entity purchased 1,390 Wrapped Ethereum (WETH) at $4,000 per token before depositing it into the Aave lending protocol as collateral. This capital enabled the whale to borrow 52.83 Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC), which was subsequently swapped for 1,539...

Polygon Nailwal’s $3 Million Gamble Fuels DeFi Revolution as Agglayer Looms

12:48 09-08-2025 （16 hours ago）

Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal revealed he rejected a $3 million acquisition offer for the project during its nascent stages in 2018. This significant decision prioritized the project's long-term potential and ambitious roadmap over immediate financial gain. That conviction has proven strategically vital. Polygon has since transformed from a struggling startup into a cornerstone of decentralized finance (DeFi), significantly enhancing Ethereum's...

AAVE Price Steadies at $265 Amid Record $60B+ Deposits Despite Mixed Market Signals

09:35 07-08-2025 （3 days ago）

The AAVE token has entered a consolidation phase, stabilizing around the $265 mark following recent market movements. While the price reflects a 3% increase over the last day, it remains down 6% compared to 30 days prior. Demand for Aave's core DeFi services continues to exhibit significant strength. Network metrics reveal net deposits surpassing $60 billion. This inflow is reflected...

Ethereum Eyes $5,000 as Key $4,000 Breakout Looms

16:05 08-08-2025 （2 days ago）

Ethereum is nearing the critical $4,000 resistance barrier, exhibiting technical price patterns reminiscent of those observed during May and June. Currently trading at approximately $3,964.89 and up 3.60% daily, this movement signals the potential for a significant bullish breakout. The current chart formation bears a striking similarity to the structure seen months ago, which preceded a substantial rally. Analysts interpret...

Coinbase Implements Tiered Fees for USDC-to-USD Conversions Amid Revenue Pressures

07:39 07-08-2025 （3 days ago）

Coinbase will introduce tiered transaction fees ranging from 0.05% to 0.2% for USDC-to-USD conversions exceeding $5 million starting August 13. The new structure applies specifically to large-scale conversions: 0.05% for amounts above $5 million, 0.1% above $25 million, and 0.2% above $100 million. This strategic adjustment follows consecutive quarters where Coinbase missed revenue targets, including Q2's reported $1.5 billion versus...