Today's Highlights
1. PopDEX to List 13 New RWA Perp Pairs
2. Plus Bank Launches Global Chain-Based Financial Infrastructure
3. Pakistan Declares Public Holiday on August 26
Macro News
PopDEX to Launch 13 New RWA Perpetual Futures
PopDEX will list 13 new RWA perpetual futures pairs on August 24, 2026, with public trading opening the following day. The new markets include exposure to major companies, ETFs, and semiconductor-related assets.
Plus Bank Launches Chain-Based Financial Infrastructure
Plus Bank, a new chain-based financial infrastructure, will officially launch on August 24, 2026. The platform aims to provide a new generation of on-chain financial services to global participants.
EU Considers Regulating DeFi Vaults Under MiCA
The European Commission is evaluating whether to include DeFi vaults under the MiCA framework. The consultation period started on May 20, 2026, with feedback due by September 30.
XRP Surges 56% Amid Regulatory Improvements
XRP has gained approximately 56% over the past week, reaching $1.56. The rally is attributed to Treasury-driven liquidity shifts, short covering, and improved regulatory sentiment.
Ethereum Surpasses $2,300 Amid SEC Proposal
Ethereum rose roughly 18% this week, returning above $2,300. The SEC's proposal to allow some tokens to exit securities status has provided clarity on Ethereum's regulatory status.
Industry Hotspots
Stacks Launches First Bitcoin Protocol Bond
Stacks will open its first Bitcoin protocol bond on September 10, allowing users to earn BTC-denominated yield without wrapping or bridging their coins.
BTC Below $75,000 Could Trigger $1.085B in Long Liquidations
According to Coinglass data, a drop in Bitcoin below $75,000 could trigger $1.085 billion in long liquidations on major centralized exchanges.
El Salvador Increases Bitcoin Holdings to 7,751.37 BTC
El Salvador continues to accumulate Bitcoin, now holding 7,751.37 BTC, valued at approximately $599 million. The country remains committed to building its Bitcoin reserves.
Fairmint Warns of Tokenized Stock Infrastructure Risks
Fairmint CEO Joris Delanoue warns that tokenized stock growth could lead to a digital version of the 1960s "paperwork crisis," highlighting potential ownership record fragmentation.
DeFi Vaults Face Regulatory Scrutiny in EU
Experts highlight ongoing challenges in regulating DeFi vaults under MiCA, as the EU seeks to address regulatory gaps for decentralized financial activities.
KOL and Institutions
@SummitHorizon_
$XRP is the best-performing cryptocurrency among the top 10 by market cap over the past week.
@TheETFTracker
Here are the top 50 ETFs today: $COPX +5.18%, $URA +5.09%, $NLR +4.71%, $XME +4.05%, $EPU +3.61%.
@blknoiz06
Crypto marketing may be entering a new phase where teams must put capital at risk, rather than just buying attention.
@CryptomechanicX
Trading less often can be more profitable once you understand the market deeply. Focus on quality over quantity in your trades.
@kyc_rip
XMR market status shows a CEX price of $433.04 and a street price of $437.47, with a +1.02% premium. Privacy nodes account for 74.8% of the network.
@AltcoinPro_
Time in the market often outperforms timing the market. Missing just a few of the best days can significantly impact long-term returns.
@blokfeed
Bitcoin closed at $77,043, maintaining its upward trend. Ethereum also pulled back to $2,421 but remains positive overall.
@0xUdercidae
Heavy shorts don't always indicate bearish bets. Market makers often hedge inventory and basis exposure, with liquidation levels and position changes telling the real story.
$VUG has outperformed with +7.39% in 2026, with top holdings including NVIDIA. The fund has $372.0 billion in assets under management.
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