ChainCatcher report: Lookonchain posted on X that between August 17 and 23, 2026, the total market cap of stablecoins increased by $2.19 billion, DEX spot trading volume rose 91.62% week-over-week, and perpetual contract trading volume increased 104.06% week-over-week; protocol revenue rose 13.4% week-over-week, with Ostium’s weekly revenue surging 6,435%. Last week, four publicly traded companies collectively added 1,371 BTC, valued at $107.96 million. Strategy neither bought nor sold BTC, while Bitmine purchased 32,447 ETH, valued at $81.01 million.
Four listed companies buy 1,371 BTC worth $108M in a week
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Four publicly traded companies purchased 1,371 BTC at a total cost of $107.96 million between August 17 and 23, 2026. The BTC price remained stable despite strong buying demand. During the same week, the stablecoin market cap increased by $2.19 billion, DEX spot trading volume surged 91.62% week-over-week, and perpetual contract trading volume rose 104.06%. Protocol revenue grew 13.4%, with Ostium’s income jumping 6,435%.
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