KuCoin Crypto Daily(2026-08-18)

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Today's Highlights

1. HSK Chain to Sponsor Ethereum Applications Guild's Global Builders Initiative

2. South Korea to Require Practice Period for New Crypto Retail Investors

3. White House to Host Crypto and Prediction Market Executives

4. Swedish Company to Pay Bitcoin-Backed Dividend

5. Shiba Inu DAO Vote Opens for 7 Days


Macro News

Algorand v5.0.0 Adds Native Quantum-Resilient Accounts

Algorand has launched version 5.0.0, introducing quantum-resilient accounts as a native feature, enhancing security against future threats.


XRP Holds Above $1 Amid Death Cross and Whale Accumulation

Despite a death cross pattern and broader market weakness, XRP remains above $1, supported by whale accumulation and limited downside.


BTC ETF Sees Positive Inflow, But BlackRock Not Yet Active

The latest ETF session showed a net inflow of $137.30 million and 2.18K BTC, with FBTC as a visible buyer, though accumulation remains moderate.


Prediction Markets Indicate 74% Chance of Fed Rate Hold in September

Polymarket, Kalshi, and Myriad all show a 74% probability of the Fed maintaining rates in September, reflecting strong consensus.


Rakuten Wallet Adds XRP to Address Crypto Speed and Volatility Issues

Rakuten Wallet has added XRP to its platform, aiming to leverage its fast settlement and lower volatility for broader adoption.


Industry Hotspots


Bitcoin's Low Volatility May Signal Major Price Moves in Next 60 Days

Fundstrat’s Sean Farrell notes Bitcoin’s 30-day volatility has hit a historic low, potentially indicating a significant price move in the next 60 days.


BitBox Releases Dixence Security Update to Fix Firmware Vulnerabilities

BitBox has issued a security update to address multiple firmware vulnerabilities, urging users to update to version 9.26.5 or higher.


GPS Volume Surges 10.2x, Price Rises 79.5%

GPS has seen a 10.2x surge in 24-hour volume and a 79.5% price increase, making it the third most searched token on AiCoin.


KOL and Institutions

@blknoiz06

$ANSEM holders will receive airdrops from every launch via the Ansem protocol, potentially attracting over 1 million new holders.

@elonmusk

U.S. sovereign debt is approaching $40 trillion, with the bond market reflecting this in yields, which may continue to impact consumers and commodities.

@milesdeutscher

High-agency individuals differentiate themselves through speed of action and accountability, crucial traits in a world of commoditized information.

@SpartanKnightX

New business strategies focus on solving unique customer problems rather than competing directly, emphasizing differentiation over market share.

@Predictivemoney

The Information Technology sector now accounts for 37% of the S&P 500, highlighting its dominance over other major sectors.

@InsiderFinancex

$SPY options data shows a defensive market with $99.8M in puts versus $37.6M in calls, indicating bearish sentiment and potential support at $772.62.

@LumiTraders

Timing adjustments are needed in trading strategies as setups previously seen in the morning are now forming later in the day.

@endrarediseases

DeSci Atoms Market saw significant gains with Curetopia Token ($CURES) up 151.17%, and IPNFT’s $VITARNA up 128.88%.

@DjakhongirMukh1

The latest BTC ETF session was positive with a net inflow of $137.30 million and 2.18K BTC, though accumulation remains below strong levels.

@SanDisk

SanDisk Corp (SNDK) is leading a pre-market rally in the semiconductor and memory sectors, up 12.62% following a powerful buy signal.

Algorand Foundation

Algorand v5.0.0 introduces quantum-resilient accounts, enhancing security and future-proofing the blockchain against emerging threats.

以太坊基金会

The Ethereum Foundation is shifting its focus away from Poseidon in its cryptographic research, signaling a strategic pivot in protocol development.

Jane Street

Jane Street reported $990 million in Bitcoin ETF holdings in its Q2 2026 filing, equivalent to 15,394 BTC, showing continued institutional interest.


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