Flash news

06 September
Tech

Polygon’s AggLayer is set to unify the entire Web3 space, connecting blockchains like Ethereum and Solana for “infinite scalability,” says Polygon Labs CEO, Marc Boiron. This groundbreaking aggregation layer will bridge siloed networks and drive the future of blockchain interoperability.

Business

United Texas Bank faces a cease-and-desist order from the Federal Reserve due to "significant deficiencies" in managing crypto-related risks and AML compliance. The bank has ties to Stellar and Circle's USDC.

Policy

Circle's VP, Yam Ki Chan, warns that the U.S. risks falling behind in stablecoin regulation due to political gridlock. As other countries advance frameworks, the U.S. lacks a national structure, which hampers innovation. Will the upcoming stablecoin bill break the stalemate?

General

Skyscanner partners with Travala, allowing hotel bookings using over 100 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ether. This integration brings Travala’s crypto-native platform to 110 million monthly users, advancing crypto adoption in travel.

02 September
General

TON Blockchain recovers after a six-hour outage triggered by a surge in DOGS meme coin trading. The network halted due to excessive load but resumed operations after validators restarted. DOGS coin's price dropped following the disruption.

Markets

Bitcoin has dipped below $60,000, dropping 5.4% in the past 24 hours to $59,600 amid a broader crypto market downturn. Other major cryptocurrencies, including ETH and SOL, also saw significant losses. Analysts attribute the decline to a mix of factors, including the "September Effect" and a potential rebound in the U.S. Dollar Index.

Tech

Iota completes the final phase of the EU Blockchain PCP, paving the way for scalable, sustainable, and secure blockchain infrastructure across the European Union. This achievement positions Iota to contribute to the next-gen blockchain framework under EUROPEUM-EDIC.

Policy

India explores a cross-border CBDC interoperability system. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das advocates a "plug-and-play" approach to streamline global payments while respecting national sovereignty.

Business

Microsoft-backed AI and blockchain startup Space and Time raises $20M in Series A funding, boosting its total to $50M. The funds will accelerate product development and ecosystem growth, with the startup focusing on enhancing AI and blockchain integration.

23 August
Policy

India is taking steps to shape its domestic crypto policy, preparing a consultation paper set to release between September and October. The government is inviting industry stakeholders to contribute as it balances innovation with regulatory oversight.

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Markets

Bitcoin ETFs Post $28.7M Inflows After Record Losing Streak

The U.S.-listed BTC exchange-traded funds (ETFs) hit $28.7 million in inflows on Monday, ending a long losing streak. BTC is trading below $56.5K, while the CoinDesk 20 (CD20) is up 2.3%. Spot bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) listed...
Policy

Kalshi's U.S. Election Markets Delayed Until Friday at Earliest

Kalshi may be basking in the glory of a court victory over regulators, but it will have to wait at least until Friday to list its long-sought prediction markets on the upcoming U.S. election. On Monday afternoon, Judge Jia Cobb of the U.S. Distr...

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