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Ethereum’s 2029 Quantum Deadline Is Influencing Its Next Development Priorities
Ethereum’s 2029 quantum-security deadline is influencing upgrade discussions. EF Protocol priorities keep shorter slots and node efficiencies conditional, while a proposal could delay mandatory execution proofs by one fork, CryptoSlate reports.
Bitcoin falls below $79,000 as Zcash leads broad crypto losses
Bitcoin dropped below $79,000 on Tuesday as major cryptocurrencies declined. Zcash led losses, while most major tokens, including Bitcoin, NEAR Protocol and Nexus Labs, retained weekly gains. Traders continued to price roughly 60% odds of a Fed hike next week.
LG TVs Reportedly Scan Home Networks and Capture Audio While Off
A Gamers Nexus investigation reportedly found LG TVs scanning home-network devices and capturing microphone audio while their screens appeared off, four months after LG told Texas regulators it had fixed its tracking practices.
Bitcoin Perpetual Futures Show Sharp Surge in Activity at 15:00 UTC
CryptoSlate reports that Bitcoin perpetual futures become significantly more active at 15:00 UTC, with higher trading volume, turnover and price movement in the next 10 seconds. The recurring pulse is linked to $14 billion in activity.
Bitcoin falls below $80,000 as August jobs report shifts Fed expectations
Bitcoin slipped below $80,000 after August payrolls changed expectations for Federal Reserve policy. Crypto markets now await the Sept. 11 CPI report, identified by CryptoSlate as Bitcoin’s next major volatility test.
BitMEX Co-Founder Ben Delo Gives Reform UK Another £4 Million
BitMEX co-founder Ben Delo gave Reform UK another £4 million through two April payments, which represented three-quarters of the party’s donations for the quarter. The next-largest single gift was £180,000.
Bitcoin’s next $80,000 breakout has $47 billion more profitable supply to absorb
Glassnode data shows 68% of Bitcoin’s circulating supply is profitable near $77,381, up from 65% in May. The increase represents roughly 600,000 BTC, valued at about $47 billion, that could be sold at a gain.
Bitcoin Moves Above $81,000 as Markets Focus on Inflation Data
Bitcoin rose above $81,000 as rates declined and the dollar weakened. CoinDesk said next week’s inflation data, rather than tomorrow’s employment report, will be key to expectations for Federal Reserve policy.
Bitcoin rises above $79,000 as rates decline and dollar weakens
Bitcoin moved above $79,000 as interest rates fell and the dollar weakened. CoinDesk said markets are now focused on next week’s inflation data, which could be more important than tomorrow’s employment report for Fed policy.
Memecoin Trading Outpaced Direct Stock Markets on Robinhood Chain
Memecoin pairs involving Robinhood’s tokenized stocks recorded $217 million in volume on Robinhood Chain on Sept. 2, exceeding the $127 million traded in direct stock-token markets, according to data compiled by Adam Tehc.
Goldman Sachs and Bank of America Join 21-Bank Stablecoin Initiative
A 21-bank consortium including Goldman Sachs and Bank of America plans to launch a U.S. dollar stablecoin in the first half of 2027, with a euro version planned afterward, Decrypt reports.
Crypto Leads Corporate Political Spending as Congress Faces Next-Stage Pressure
Public Citizen’s analysis of FEC filings found record corporate political donations of $646 million over 18 months. Crypto led sectors with $206 million, while crypto, AI and online betting together spent $344 million.
Capital B targets 376 BTC treasury addition after $8.8 million Adam Back investment
Capital B aims to add 376 BTC to its treasury after an $8.8 million investment from Adam Back. The Euronext Growth Paris-listed firm issued 13,181,030 shares at €0.58 each, with four warrants per share.
Bitcoin and Wall Street Enter September Under a Long-Running Seasonal Shadow
Bitcoin has fallen in eight of the past 13 Septembers, while stocks have shown a similar seasonal weakness since 1928. Last year broke the pattern, but September’s historical record remains in focus.
Bitcoin Rally Faces a Historical Test After Strong Monthly Gain
Bitcoin has delivered one of its best monthly performances in years, but Decrypt says historical chart patterns create a potential obstacle. The rally has challenged the crypto winter trend while leaving the outlook technically complex.