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Cronos chain halt: how a Tectonic exploit emptied the chain's largest lending market
On August 30, 2026, the validators of the Cronos chain halted block production after an attacker had emptied the lending market Tectonic via an inflated TONIC price. What is established, why the damage figures diverge, and what you can check if your balance sits on a haltable chain.
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD falls to near $66.00 amid Fed Chair Warsh's hawkish tone
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD falls to near $66.00 amid Fed Chair Warsh's hawkish tone
EUR/USD retreats from highs while key support holds firm
EUR/USD retreats from highs while key support holds firm
Copart Isn't Doing Well Enough For Upgrade, But It's Not Doing Poorly Enough For Downgrade
Copart remains a global leader in vehicle remarketing, but current valuation and macro headwinds justify a 'hold' rating. US market weakness is partially offset by strong international growth, yet overall profitability is mixed amid rising costs and declining other income. CPRT's robust balance sheet, with $4.2B in cash and no debt, supports stability but does not offset fair valuation multiples.
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LayerZero faces pressure as Selini Capital moves $2.18M ZRO: Can $1 still hold?
Selini Capital deposited 2 million ZRO worth $2.18 million to Binance.
China's Fosun International wins approval for ClubMed Hong Kong spin-off
Fosun International has received approval from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange to proceed with the proposed spin-off and separate listing of its resort-operator unit ClubMed Lifestyle, it said late on Friday.
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BE Semiconductor: Hybrid Bonding Is Becoming AI's Next Bottleneck
BE Semiconductor is uniquely positioned at the precision bottleneck in advanced semiconductor packaging, benefiting from AI-driven demand and hybrid bonding adoption. Recent results show a production ramp: Q2 revenue up 68.7% YoY, orders up 128.8%, gross margin at 65.7%, and net margin at 35.6%. I project FY revenue of €1.0B, with a base-case FY+1 of €1.4B and $7.8 EPS/ADR, supporting a Buy rating and a ~$275 price target.
BESIY EUR/USD Retreats from Highs While Key Support Holds Firm
Looking at the 4-hour chart, the pair traded below a bullish trend line with support at 1.1655. There was a clear move below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the 1.1511 swing low to the 1.1710 high.
Gold (XAUUSD) Price Forecast: Larak Strike Lifts Oil as Gold Extends Friday's Selloff
Gold market pressure builds as the Larak Island strike lifts oil, inflation risk stays elevated and Warsh's rate-hike warning keeps the dollar and yields firm.
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Meta- and Google-backed Indian telecom operator Jio Platforms gets regulatory nod for IPO
The Indian capital market regulator has approved the IPO of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Jio Platforms. Meta and Google are among the largest shareholders in Jio Platforms.
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Gold Declines; Pullback Could Be Due to Profit-Taking
Gold declined in Asian trade. The current pullback below the $4,600 level is likely to be a natural correction on profit-taking after a strong upward rally, said XS.com.
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Gold drifts lower below $4,450 as hawkish Warsh remarks lift Fed hike bets
Gold drifts lower below $4,450 as hawkish Warsh remarks lift Fed hike bets
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Fall Amid Fresh US-Iran Escalation: Analyst Says BTC Facing 'Final Hurdle' Before Attacking the Highs
Leading cryptocurrencies slid on Sunday after the U.S. and Iran resumed hostilities after a nearly month-long lull in fighting. Cryptocurrency 24-Hour Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:20 p.m.
ONEOK to buy Brazos Midstream's Permian Midland Basin assets for $4.43 billion
ONEOK said on Sunday it has agreed to buy Brazos Midstream's Permian Midland Basin natural gas gathering and processing assets for around $4.43 billion, more than doubling the U.S. pipeline operator's processing capacity in the region.
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Why a Famous Burger Chain Now Calls Itself a ‘Bitcoin Company'
Steak ‘n Shake says bitcoin payments have strengthened sales, reduced costs, and supported investment in food quality. Its strategy now extends beyond checkout to a bitcoin reserve and employee bonuses.
On the Chain: Bitcoin's US$81,000 breakout fizzles as Fed fears return
Bitcoin has surrendered its push above US$81,000, falling back towards US$78,000 as renewed fears of higher US interest rates took some of the heat out of a powerful late-August cryptocurrency rally. The world's largest cryptocurrency was trading around US$78,000–US$79,000 on Monday after reaching US$81,326.81 on August 28, its highest level in three months.
PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7828 vs. 6.7811 previous
PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7828 vs. 6.7811 previous
DICK'S Sporting Goods: A 31% Selloff Was Too Much
DICK'S Sporting Goods saw a 31% stock drop after slashing guidance due to Foot Locker underperformance. Despite Foot Locker's $40–80M expected loss, DKS's core business posted 4.9% comp sales growth and 12.6% operating margin. At $124.31, DKS trades at 10.8x FY2026 EPS with a 4% dividend yield, reflecting compressed valuation and priced-in disappointment.
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Why Ethereum's exit queue hitting 0 may not be a good sign – Yet
Are Ethereum validators expecting ETH to rise further, or are they way too delusional this time?
Solana Mobile's SKR token tops gainers among top 200 cryptocurrencies
SKR's surge highlights the growing influence of mobile-integrated crypto ecosystems, potentially reshaping user engagement and market dynamics. Solana Mobile's SKR token tops gainers among top 200 cryptocurrencies.
GM's Canadian workers approve deal adding truck to Ontario plant amid US trade war
General Motors workers in Canada on Sunday approved an agreement that would build a new heavy-duty truck in Ontario, as part of C$1.1 billion ($790.97 million) pledged for its plants in a country now reeling from U.S. tariffs.
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Yen Weakness Raises Bitcoin Sell-Off Risk
Japans yen is weakening again despite nearly $97 billion in government support, raising the prospect of further intervention and creating another potential risk for Bitcoin and broader crypto markets. The yen fell to 160.16 against the US dollar on Friday, August 28, surrendering more than half of the gains made since authorities intervened last month.
Sberbank Plans Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT-Backed Loans
Russias largest lender, Sberbank, is preparing to accept Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Tether (USDT) as collateral for loans as the country introduces a new regulatory framework for digital assets. Sberbank Deputy Chairman Anatoly Popov told TASS that the bank intends to allow borrowers to pledge the three cryptocurrencies once the Bank of Russia grants the necessary approval for broader circulation.
Ethereum Price Holds Strong Above $2,400 After August Breakout
Ethereum (ETH) remains in a strong technical position following its sharp August breakout, with the cryptocurrency consolidating near $2,470 while staying comfortably above several important moving averages. ETH is trading around $2,472 after climbing rapidly from approximately $1,900.
XRP Price Holds Key $1.35 Support as Bulls Target $1.50
XRP price remains in a bullish technical position after its strong August rally, with the cryptocurrency continuing to trade above a critical long-term support level near $1.35. Holding this area could determine whether XRP extends its recovery or faces a deeper correction.
Bitcoin Price Holds Near $79K as Bulls Eye $82K Breakout
Bitcoin is consolidating near $79,000 after a powerful August rally, with technical indicators suggesting buyers remain in control despite signs of overbought market conditions. Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around $78,840 after recently climbing above $81,000.
Traders Brace for Market Volatility as Bitcoin Futures Interest Climbs
Bitcoin derivatives traders aren't exactly walking into September with confidence.
Ethereum Price Outlook: Tom Lee Predicts ETH Could Hit $6,000 If BTC Reaches $150K
Ethereum price held near $2,440 as digital assets extended a strong recovery following seven months of losses from January's highs. The total cryptocurrency market increased 0.5% within 24 hours, reaching approximately $2.65 trillion.
Options Bets Turn Defensive Ahead of a Bitcoin Price Showdown
Bitcoin derivatives traders are dragging a hefty book into September, with futures open interest at $54.82 billion while the spot price sits at $78,425 at 7 p.m. Eastern time on Aug. 30. Alongside this, options positioning tells a sharper story.
Oil Rises Amid Renewed Fighting in Middle East
Oil rose amid renewed fighting in the Middle East that could lead to supply disruptions.
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