A quiet Bitcoin heist worth billions of dollars has just been brought to light over four years after it happened, now ranking as the largest in industry history. According to blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence, the hack targeted LuBian, a… Original
Day: August 4, 2025
BNB Hackathon Recognizes Innovative Blockchain Projects in August 2025
Iris Coleman Aug 04, 2025 12:09 The BNB Hackathon’s latest round highlights blockchain innovation with 9 winners and 50 honorable mentions, fostering advancements in AI, DeSoc, DeSci, and DePIN tracks. The BNB Hackathon continues to spotlight groundbreaking advancements in blockchain technology, showcasing the creativity and innovation of global developers. The recent batch, evaluated from July 18 to July 28, has seen a significant number of submissions, according to the BNB Chain blog. Celebrating the Latest Winners In this round, the hackathon recognized…
Coinbase’s (COIN) Weak Q2 Is a Blip, Not a Breakdown, Says Benchmark
Coinbase’s (COIN) softer-than-expected second quarter results triggered a sharp Friday sell-off, but Wall Street broker Benchmark says the drop is a buying opportunity, not a red flag. Analyst Mark Palmer reiterated his buy rating and $421 price target. He argued that the exchange’s long-term investment case remains intact as the company continues to build foundational crypto infrastructure. The shares are 1.8% higher in early trading Monday, after having closed 16.7% lower on Friday. Benchmark highlights five catalysts supporting its thesis. First, Coinbase’s revenue-sharing agreement with Circle on USDC reserves positions…
The Stripper Index Doesn’t Hold Up in Bitcoin’s Case, OnlyFans Models Say
The “stripper index” — an anecdotal measurement that connects economic health with spending on adult entertainment — appears unable to predict Bitcoin’s (BTC) price. Kodi Rose, a self-described “dollar stripper” and adult content creator, alluded to these frontline insights in a recent viral TikTok video, saying she believes the economy is already in a recession as fewer customers are asking where they can “hit the slopes,” a social code for cocaine. The digital equivalent of exotic dancers is adult content creators, and OnlyFans dominates the space. On the platform, users…
Breakout Structure Signals A Bullish Week Ahead
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Coinbase Wallet TBA: The Best Crypto App
▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io Coinbase Wallet’s big TBA reveal. They’re teasing a total rebrand: ‘The Best App’ to bring 1 billion people onchain. In this video: ✔️ What TBA means ✔️ Why Coinbase is doing it ✔️ New features I’m excited for ✔️ My honest thoughts before the reveal 👉 Watch the reveal livestream July 16! Follow me here for more breakdowns that actually make sense. #Coinbase #CoinbaseWallet #TBA #Crypto2025 #Base @BuildonBase ▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io Youtube version
Next Top Meme Coins to Rally as Memecore Explodes 55% in a Week
Memecore ($M) is back in the spotlight, surging 55% in the past week and breaking out of a stubborn descending wedge pattern. Backed by heavy trading volume and an $870M market cap, the move has traders eyeing a potential 160% push toward its all-time high near $1. Why does this matter? Because Memecore’s breakout isn’t just a single-chart anomaly; it’s a signal that meme coin momentum is waking up again after weeks of sluggish price action. When a mid-cap like Memecore starts ripping, it often stirs up retail FOMO across…
Crypto Products End 14-Week Inflows With $223M Outflow
Key Notes Digital asset investment products have recorded $223 million in outflows after 14 weeks of inflows. Only Bitcoin (BTC) outflows amounted to $404 million and impacted the entire market. BlackRock’s IBIT saw weekly inflows of $749 million, further extending its dominance in the ETF market. After 14 consecutive weeks of inflows, digital asset investment products have recorded $223 million in crypto outflows. This sudden retracement is believed to be a reaction to the hawkish Federal Reserve signals and stronger-than-expected United States economic data. Bitcoin Leads Crypto Asset Investment Products…
Kiyosaki Ready to Double Down on Bitcoin if It Dips Below $90K
Key Notes Bitcoin dropped from $118,000 to $112,000 over the weekend. Kiyosaki aims to double down on BTC if the price drops below $90,000. Hayes warns of $100K dip due to macroeconomic stress. Bitcoin BTC $114 365 24h volatility: 0.3% Market cap: $2.28 T Vol. 24h: $24.74 B price fell from around the $118,000 level on Friday to around $112,300 by Sunday, marking a weak start to August, which has historically delivered poor price performance. Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki noted the “Bitcoin August Curse,” a pattern where…
Capital B Announces $13.3M Capital Increase and Convertible Bonds to Boost Bitcoin Treasury Strategy
Capital B (The Blockchain Group), listed on Euronext Growth Paris, has announced a capital increase and convertible bonds issuance totaling approximately $13.3 million (€11.5 million), aimed at advancing its Bitcoin Treasury Company strategy. The capital increase, priced at around €2.90 per share, will raise approximately $5.8 million (€5 million) and is fully subscribed by TOBAM […] Original