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07-22
Bitwise CIO Predicts Crypto's Biggest Bull Run Ahead, Highlights Two Investment Lanes
TL;DRBitwise CIO Matt Hougan believes crypto’s biggest bull market may be ahead, with improving sentiment, ETF inflows, and Bitcoin’s recovery encouraging investors.His Hyperliquid Lane favors revenue-producing protocols whose tokenomics connect usage to value, highlighted by $1 billion in lifetime
Ostium to Reopen Trading July 23 After $23.8M Vault Exploit
Ostium, a perpetuals trading protocol on Arbitrum, said it will reopen trading on Thursday, one week after an exploit drained its liquidity provider vault.The reopening follows what the company described as a July 15 attack that took almost 23.8 million USDC from its liquidity provider (LP) vault. O
Major U.S. Tech Firms Amass $1.65 Trillion in AI-Linked Off-Balance-Sheet Debt
The world of tech has long been the Wild West of innovation, but recent data about off-balance-sheet debts in AI infrastructure investments suggests the saloon doors are swinging a bit too wildly. A recent study by Nikkei unveils the hidden financial risks lurking in the books of major U.S. tech pla
Ethereum ETF Inflows Surpass Bitcoin During July 13–17 Period
Ethereum ETF inflows reached $105.44 million, surpassing Bitcoin ETF additions during the July 13–17 trading period.Persistent Ethereum exchange withdrawals continue despite price swings, reducing readily available exchange-held supply.ETF assets stabilized near $9.97 billion as Ethereum traded arou
Bitcoin Analysts Highlight $68,000 Resistance and $63,000 Support Levels
After Bitcoin surged above $66,000, reaching its highest level in the past month, analysts noted that the $68,000 level could be a critical resistance point. According to experts, Bitcoin testing this region for the first time could create significant selling pressure as investors nearing their cost
MNTUSDT Forming Bear Flag Pattern on 8-Hour Chart
📖 Chart Overview📌 On the 8-hour timeframe, MNTUSDT is forming a Bear Flag, one of the most recognized bearish continuation patterns that typically develops after a strong downward move.📉 A sharp flagpole decline previously occurred, highlighting strong selling pressure and clear seller dominance.
Franklin Templeton Bets on Altcoins for AI-Driven Commerce Future
Franklin Templeton’s Sandy Kaul has a message for investors riding the artificial intelligence (AI) wave: don’t put all your eggs in the stock basket. The real magic, she argues, lies in the intersection of AI and cryptocurrencies, where autonomous AI agents are expected to transact onchain. So, wha
Ripple Prime Nominated for Four Hedgeweek US Awards, Including Specialist Markets
Ripple Prime Scores Four Hedgeweek US Award Nominations, Including Specialist Markets Ripple Prime continues to strengthen its reputation in institutional digital assets after securing four nominations at the Hedgeweek US Awards 2026, underscoring its rapid emergence as a leading crypto prime broker
Mizuho Downgrades Circle to Underperform Amid Clarity Act and New Competition
Circle Internet Group, known for its USDC stablecoin, is facing turbulent times ahead as Mizuho Securities downgraded its stock from Neutral to Underperform. The catalyst? New competition in the stablecoin market and emerging regulatory changes. The price target for Circle (NYSE: CRCL) has been slas
Amazon Cuts Jobs in Artificial General Intelligence Unit
Amazon’s artificial general intelligence (AGI) unit is experiencing significant changes, as the tech giant announced a round of job cuts on July 22, 2026. These layoffs are part of Amazon’s strategic efforts to sharpen focus on high-priority initiatives within the competitive landscape of artificial
Libbitcoin Server Reduces Bitcoin Full Node Sync Time to 55 Minutes Using GPU-Based Signature Verification
ME News reports that on July 23 (UTC+8), Bitcoin News posted on X that Libbitcoin developer @evoskuil stated the latest version of Libbitcoin Server can complete the initial block download and full validation of a Bitcoin full node in just 55 minutes. This speed improvement comes from a new GPU-base
Libbitcoin Server Completes Bitcoin Full Node Sync in 55 Minutes Using GPU Signature Verification
ChainCatcher reports that Libbitcoin developer @evoskuil stated that the latest version of Libbitcoin Server can complete the initial block download and full validation of a Bitcoin full node in just 55 minutes. This speed improvement comes from a new GPU-based signature verification system that run
June PPI and CPI Data Signal Cooling Inflation, Boost Fed Rate Hike Odds
Recent reports indicate a weakening of inflation as observed in the June U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) and the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The PPI fell by 0.3% month over month in June, contrasting with a 1.1% rise in May, and the 12-month PPI rate stood at 5.5%. The CPI data also showed a cooling
Coinbase Launches SUI Staking as Sui Expands Bitcoin Finance via Hashi Testnet
Coinbase has introduced SUI staking for eligible customers while Sui advances its Bitcoin-focused Hashi testnet. The rollout allows users to earn daily rewards directly through their exchange accounts. Meanwhile, Hashi gives developers and institutions a controlled environment for testing Bitcoin fi
Clarity Act Draft Bars Trump from Crypto Ventures Until 2029, Sparks Legislative Uncertainty
The latest draft of the Clarity Act introduces an ethics restriction specifically barring former President Donald Trump from engaging in cryptocurrency ventures until 2029. This provision is part of a broader legislative framework designed to regulate digital assets in the United States. The Clarity
