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With Quantum Computers a Threat to Bitcoin After 2030, Developers Unveil a Quantum-Resistant Roadmap
The threat of quantum computing is real, as it could put crypto asset users at risk sooner than anticipated. According to data shared today by major Bitcoin developer Christine Kim, quantum computers are advancing rapidly and therefore could make asymmetric cryptography powerless after 2030.
USD/JPY – Upside in the play [Video]
USD/JPY – Upside in the play [Video]
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XRP Bulls Face Double Challenge: Can the $1.30 Support Level Survive?
XRP is defending the $1.30 level following a challenging seven-day period marked by dual pressures: the Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates and the collapse of critical cryptocurrency legislation in the U.S. Senate.
Zcash (ZEC) Rallies 23% Following Fed Decision and Community Governance Results
Zcash (ZEC) experienced a notable 23% surge within a 24-hour window, reaching approximately $1,369 and outperforming the majority of digital assets. In comparison, Bitcoin recorded a modest increase of under 1% to roughly $76,258, while Solana appreciated nearly 3% during the identical timeframe.
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EUR/USD and GBP/USD break support – Gold and Silver on a knife's edge [Video]
EUR/USD and GBP/USD break support – Gold and Silver on a knife's edge [Video]
Crypto: Zcash Wins 99.9% Support for Major Network Upgrade
Zcash is preparing to drastically reduce the time between its blocks. During the vote organized around the NU7 upgrade, 99.9% of expressed ZEC supported the shift from 75 to 25 seconds.
Simon Property Group Sees Leasing Surge as Traffic, Rents and Retail Demand Rise
Simon Property Group NYSE: SPG said leasing demand across its retail portfolio remains strong, with management citing rising shopper traffic, higher retailer sales and continued interest from domestic and international brands.
SPG +3.16% 
Ethereum (ETH) Whales Buy the Dip as Price Falls 4% After CLARITY Act Rejection
The second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization experienced a nearly 4% downturn on Wednesday, slipping beneath the $2,400 threshold following the U.S. Senate's unsuccessful attempt to advance the CLARITY Act. The legislation required 60 affirmative votes to move forward but failed to reach that benchmark, eliminating what many market participants viewed as a near-term bullish trigger for ETH valuation.
U.S. House Committee Advances Bill to Establish Strategic Bitcoin (BTC) Reserve
Congressional lawmakers took a significant stride Wednesday toward codifying President Donald Trump's Bitcoin reserve directive into federal statute.
Ethiopia's Power Crisis Puts Bitcoin Mining Boom Under Pressure
The East African country has reduced power supply to Bitcoin miners, citing severe hydroelectric reservoir shortages.
Revolut Faces $3M Monero Ransom Demand Following Major Customer Data Breach
Cybercriminals have issued a $3 million ransom demand to Revolut following the theft of customer information through a sophisticated government impersonation scheme.
US Dollar: Hawkish Fed supports Dollar against Euro - Danske Bank
US Dollar: Hawkish Fed supports Dollar against Euro - Danske Bank
UK's Capricorn Energy agrees to revised terms of $396 million takeover offer from DNO
UK-listed Capricorn Energy on Thursday agreed to revised terms of a $396 million takeover offer from Norwegian oil firm DNO.
CRNCY +4.45% 
STARPRIME responds to diverging gold market demand with AM/PM Fixing and XAU24/7
STARPRIME responds to diverging gold market demand with AM/PM Fixing and XAU24/7
Resources Connection: This Turnaround Has The Cash To Burn
Resources Connection is a turnaround play, facing internal and external headwinds with sharply deteriorated financials and a plummeting stock price. RGP's new management is executing a transition plan targeting $12–16 million in annual savings, but revenue and margins remain under pressure. The company maintains a net cash balance sheet of $82.4 million, supporting its high but currently uncovered 6.3% dividend yield.
RGP +4.94% 
Ondo Finance just plugged tokenized funds into America's biggest fund networks
Ondo's tokenized funds now have a direct route into established financial distribution channels, putting real adoption to the test.
Bitcoin (BTC) Maintains $76K Support as Federal Reserve Implements First Rate Increase Since 2023
Bitcoin demonstrated stability around the $76,000 mark on Wednesday following the Federal Reserve's decision to increase its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points — marking the central bank's first rate adjustment since July 2023. The policy rate now stands within a target range of 3.75% to 4%.
Kimco Realty: Record Occupancy Meets A Deteriorating Macro Landscape
Kimco Realty remains a Hold, with shares trading near intrinsic value and limited near-term upside. Record portfolio occupancy of 96.4% and a guidance boost highlight strong leasing demand, but macro risks persist. KIM's dividend yield rises to 4.87% after a 7.7% increase, supported by an 80% targeted AFFO payout ratio and robust credit ratings.
KIM +3.83% 
BlackRock ETF clients sell $110M worth of Ethereum as broader crypto fund outflows accelerate
Institutional crypto ETF outflows highlight market sensitivity to macroeconomic shifts, yet underlying demand suggests long-term resilience. BlackRock ETF clients sell $110M worth of Ethereum as broader crypto fund outflows accelerate.
British Pound: Oversold Sterling still seen weaker against US Dollar – UOB
British Pound: Oversold Sterling still seen weaker against US Dollar – UOB
Edison International: A Rising High Yield Dividend At A Deep Discount
Edison International offers a 6.4% dividend yield, with 21 years of growth and a payout ratio of 48%. EIX is undervalued by nearly 30%, with fair value estimates between $78 and $80 vs. a $54.81 share price. Expected compound annual total returns range from 17% to 20%, driven by 6% EPS growth, dividend increases, and potential P/E expansion.
EIX +1.25% 
EUR/GBP Price Forecast: Euro struggles below 0.8570 with all eyes on the BoE
EUR/GBP Price Forecast: Euro struggles below 0.8570 with all eyes on the BoE
Twilio: Broad-Based Growth And Voice AI Could Drive Further Estimate Upside
Twilio is rated Buy, driven by broad-based product momentum and accelerating Voice AI adoption supporting sustainable double-digit revenue and EPS growth. Voice AI and higher-margin software attachments are strengthening TWLO's gross profit trajectory and operating leverage, despite carrier pass-through fee headwinds. Consensus estimates for FY26 and FY27 are being revised upward, with further upside likely as TWLO consistently beats and raises guidance.
TWLO -4.89% 
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Holds steady near 1.1450, bearish tone remains intact
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Holds steady near 1.1450, bearish tone remains intact
Tradeweb Exchange-Traded Funds Update - August 2026
During August, EUR 56.95 billion was executed on the Tradeweb European ETF marketplace, an increase of 25% year-over-year. Global and North American Equities proved to be the most heavily-traded ETF categories for another month. Total consolidated U.S. ETF notional value traded in August reached USD 95.3 billion, up 44% year-over-year.
TW +1.57% 
Franklin's XRP ETF Pulls In Fresh $3.5 Million
Franklin Templeton's XRP exchange-traded fund has recorded another round of fresh investor demand, with XRPZ attracting roughly $3.5 million in net inflows.
United Airlines Sees Strong Demand, Fare Power as Fuel Costs Rise
United Airlines NASDAQ: UAL Chief Financial Officer Mike Leskinen said demand has remained resilient, allowing the carrier and the broader airline industry to raise fares to offset higher fuel costs while continuing to invest in a more differentiated customer experience.
UAL +0.32% 
Here's why CoinShares doubts Bitcoin price recovery will lure back miners
Is the BTC mining sector heading into an existential crisis?
Fluence Energy: Sell On Persistent Execution And Supply Chain Issues
Fluence Energy lowered FY2026 guidance for the second time within just six weeks due to persistent supply chain and execution issues. Going forward, the company intends to "right-size growth" in order to reduce working capital requirements and avoid raising additional capital. As a result, the company's FY2027 revenues are not likely to be anywhere close to the current analyst consensus of $4.0 billion.
FLNC -5% 
BitMEX faces Celsius lawsuit ahead of exchange closure
The Celsius estate alleges BitMEX wrongfully liquidated and seized 6,360 BTC, worth nearly $490 million, during the March 2020 market crash.
