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    Zcash community overwhelmingly supports faster transactions and Bitcoin-style halvings

    Nearly 2.4 million ZEC holders overwhelmingly backed faster block times and the continuation of Bitcoin-style halvings in a governance vote that drew nearly two-thirds of eligible token holders, marking a significant shift toward greater privacy-enhanced decision-making.

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    Bullish Crypto Positions See $570 Million Liquidated as BTC and ETH Take Biggest Hits

    Bitcoin and ether longs accounted for the largest share of roughly $571 million in crypto futures liquidations after the Clarity Act missed a Senate procedural threshold. Bitcoin held near $75,700 as regulatory attention shifted to the executive branch, CFTC and SEC.

    August Core CPI Exceeds Expectations with 0.3% Increase, Prompting Potential Fed Rate Hike

    August core CPI rose 0.3%—exceeding expectations of 0.2%—potentially prompting a Federal Reserve rate hike at next week's policy meeting. The data follows Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's warnings about persistent inflation pressures.

    Vlad Tenev Faces Pushback from AMC CEO Over Tokenized Stock Controversy

    Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev defended his company's stock tokens against AMC CEO Adam Aron's claims of a 'fake market,' clarifying that Robinhood does not require AMC's consent to offer these debt-backed tokens and sparking a debate over corporate control over tokenized securities.

    Why Clarity Act failed: There were many conductors in the derailment of the crypto industry’s historic bill

    Last minute, behind-the-scenes disputes locked in a dismal showing for the market structure legislation the industry pinned its greatest hopes on.

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    Wall Street’s Digital Asset Expansion Will Proceed Regardless of Clarity Act’s Fate

    Even if the Clarity Act fails to pass, Wall Street's crypto expansion will likely continue as financial institutions have already made significant strides in digital assets. Passage would accelerate adoption, but failure may only slow it rather than stop it entirely.

    U.S. Treasury targets expanding cyber-scam platform, Xinbi Guarantee

    The U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on Xinbi Guarantee, a Chinese-language marketplace accused of facilitating crypto-infused scams and money laundering for criminal networks, marking another escalation in efforts to disrupt transnational fraud operations.

    Why Clarity Act failed: There were many conductors in the derailment of the crypto industry’s historic bill

    Last minute, behind-the-scenes disputes locked in a dismal showing for the market structure legislation the industry pinned its greatest hopes on.

    Vlad Tenev Faces Pushback from AMC CEO Over Tokenized Stock Controversy

    Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev defended his company's stock tokens against AMC CEO Adam Aron's claims of a 'fake market,' clarifying that Robinhood does not require AMC's consent to offer these debt-backed tokens and sparking a debate over corporate control over tokenized securities.

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    Zcash community overwhelmingly supports faster transactions and Bitcoin-style halvings

    Nearly 2.4 million ZEC holders overwhelmingly backed faster block times and the continuation of Bitcoin-style halvings in a governance vote that drew nearly two-thirds of eligible token holders, marking a significant shift toward greater privacy-enhanced decision-making.

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    XRP Plunges 10% After Clarity Act Stalls in Senate, Bitcoin Nears $76K

    XRP led a broad crypto selloff, dropping nearly 10% after the Senate failed to advance the Clarity Act, while bitcoin slipped toward $76,000 and crypto stocks suffered even steeper losses.

    Robinhood (HOOD) plans voting rights and share redemption for stock tokens after criticism

    CEO Vlad Tenev said more shareholder features are coming as Robinhood’s offshore stock tokens draw scrutiny over ownership rights.

    Digital Asset Shares Tumble Following Senate’s Rejection of Clarity Act, Coinbase Drops Close to 9%

    Digital asset stocks declined sharply after the Senate voted down the Clarity Act, with Coinbase shares falling almost 9% as regulatory uncertainty persists.

    The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield reaches highest level since October 2023

    Long-term yields moved higher despite a $6 billion Treasury buyback, as debt concerns and rising oil prices continue to pressure global bond markets.

    Banks escalate stablecoin rewards fight as Senate prepares for a Clarity Act vote

    Eight banking groups on Monday said they want tighter limits on stablecoin rewards, keeping the ongoing banks-versus-crypto dispute alive in Congress.

    U.S. Treasury targets expanding cyber-scam platform, Xinbi Guarantee

    The U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on Xinbi Guarantee, a Chinese-language marketplace accused of facilitating crypto-infused scams and money laundering for criminal networks, marking another escalation in efforts to disrupt transnational fraud operations.

    TikTok parent ByteDance secures $29.6 billion loan as it focuses on AI related development

    ByteDance was reportedly considering spending $70 billion on AI data centers and infrastructure. The news comes as U.S. AI giants call for slowing the AI race.

    Europe’s top regulator questions Polymarket and Kalshi’s EU access, warns of authorization gaps

    ESMA said that event contracts may fall under existing EU binary-options bans, crypto-asset frameworks like MiCA or national gambling laws.

    Economist Says Fed Rate Hike Is Driven by Wall Street, Not Inflation

    Goldman Sachs reversed course and now expects a 25-basis-point Fed increase, while strategist James Thorne argues the move is designed to reassure Wall Street. Diane Swonk contends inflation is strengthening and forecasts three rate hikes by early 2027.

    BIS Chief Warns AI Investment Boom Driven by Opaque Debt Could Trigger Systemic Risk

    BIS chief Pablo Hernandez warns that debt‑driven AI spending could spark a systemic financial correction if returns disappoint, citing historical tech bubbles.

    August Core CPI Exceeds Expectations with 0.3% Increase, Prompting Potential Fed Rate Hike

    August core CPI rose 0.3%—exceeding expectations of 0.2%—potentially prompting a Federal Reserve rate hike at next week's policy meeting. The data follows Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's warnings about persistent inflation pressures.

    Bitcoin Dips as Clarity Act Prospects Dim: Crypto Update

    Bitcoin declined 1.7% as Clarity Act prospects dimmed on Polymarket, with the Senate set to vote on procedural measures that could determine the future of U.S. crypto regulation.