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Key Points

1. Bitcoin's price increased by 2.53% in 24 hours, reaching $121,278, sparking comparisons to traditional assets like the U.S. dollar and gold.

2. Spot Bitcoin ETFs have contributed to institutional inflows, with $403.9 million in net inflows recorded on 8 August.

3. Warnings were raised about opaque debt structures in Bitcoin treasury firms, which could 'blow up' during a downturn, leading to significant losses.

4. Data shows a sharp rise in public companies holding over 1,000 BTC, from 24 at the end of Q1 2025 to 35 in Q3, alongside an increase in Bitcoin treasury holdings from 1.2 million BTC in 2024 to over 1.86 million BTC in August.

5. Concerns were expressed about the growing reliance on Spot Bitcoin ETFs and pension funds, with potential risks of market fragility and liquidity issues.