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XRP Eyes $2 Milestone as ETF Inflows Shatter 2026 Records
The digital asset XRP currently trades in the $1.40 zone after experiencing a pullback from its August pinnacle of $1.66. Chart architecture shows marked improvement, with a prominent market analyst now validating a confirmed technical breakout pattern.
Robinhood Chain app revenue tops Ethereum in 24 hours
Robinhood Chain recorded $2.66 million in 24-hour app revenue, exceeding Hyperliquid, Ethereum and Base in a DeFiLlama snapshot.
Ethereum (ETH) Price: Fundstrat's Tom Lee Sees $6,000 as Conservative Target
Ethereum is currently changing hands in the $2,440–$2,465 range, extending a rally that has delivered a 34% price increase over the previous 30 days. This performance positions ETH as the top gainer among the five largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization during this timeframe.
Robinhood Chain surpasses Ethereum and Hyperliquid in daily app revenue
Robinhood Chain's rapid revenue growth highlights the shifting dynamics in DeFi, challenging Ethereum's economic model and validating Layer 2 solutions. Robinhood Chain surpasses Ethereum and Hyperliquid in daily app revenue.
Zcash Boosts Private Transactions With Zakura Common
Zcash developers have introduced a new cryptographic software stack designed to dramatically speed up private transactions, potentially strengthening the privacy blockchains push toward everyday payments and large-scale adoption. The software, known as Zakura Common, was developed by the team behind Zakura, a Zcash node launched in July 2026.
Cronos Halts Blockchain After $75M Tectonic DeFi Exploit
Cronos halted its entire blockchain on Sunday after an attacker exploited Tectonic, the networks largest decentralized lending protocol, in an incident estimated to have caused roughly $75 million in losses. Launched by Crypto.com in 2021, Cronos is closely connected to the cryptocurrency exchange and supports lower-cost transactions across its ecosystem.
Zcash (ZEC) Surges 5% After Breakthrough in Transaction Speed Technology
The Zcash development community has unveiled Zakura Common, a groundbreaking open-source cryptography toolkit engineered to dramatically accelerate private transaction processing on the Zcash blockchain.
Bitcoin (BTC) Steadies Near $78K Amid Middle East Tensions and Shifting ETF Dynamics
The world's leading cryptocurrency has maintained its position between $77,580 and $78,800 as new geopolitical developments unfolded in global markets. Following a U.S. military strike on an Iranian island located within the Strait of Hormuz—a critical passage for global oil transport—energy markets responded sharply.
XRP's next rally could put this 115 million-token short under pressure
The Aug. 25 CFTC snapshot shows 115.7 million XRP-equivalent net short against rising dealer and asset-manager net longs.
British Pound: Downside risks with 1.3480 in sight against US Dollar – UOB
British Pound: Downside risks with 1.3480 in sight against US Dollar – UOB
Pinterest Co-Founder and Chair Benjamin Silbermann Sells Company Shares Worth $2.2 Million
Silbermann sold 93,750 shares on August 25, 2026 and August 26, 2026, for a total value of ~$2.2 million. The transaction size represented 87% of the common stock holdings held by the reporting entity before the filing.
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Vitalhub: A Better Business At A Much Better Valuation
Vitalhub continues executing its M&A-driven growth strategy, surpassing $100M ARR and restoring EBITDA margins as integrations near completion. Organic growth remains around 10%, supplemented by acquisitions, while cross-selling integrated solutions is emerging as a key organic driver. The company's valuation at 16x EV/EBITDA, down from 25x, offers an attractive entry point.
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Euro: Warsh speech weighs on EUR against US Dollar – Danske Bank
Euro: Warsh speech weighs on EUR against US Dollar – Danske Bank
Gold declines as hawkish Fed signals lift rate hike expectations
Gold declines as hawkish Fed signals lift rate hike expectations
Bitcoin Holds Firm as Iran Escalation Sends Oil Above $90 and Stocks Lower
Bitcoin traded near $63,915 as U.S.-Iran escalation drove oil higher and stocks lower, while $286 million in crypto positions were liquidated.
Ripple lawyer links CLARITY Act to U.S. job growth
Ripple legal chief Stuart Alderoty linked the CLARITY Act to job growth as the Senate prepares for a September 15 procedural vote.
SAIC, Walmart And 3 Stocks To Watch Heading Into Monday
With U.S. stock futures trading lower this morning on Monday, some of the stocks that may grab investor focus today are as follows:
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Gold and Silver collapsed as the Dollar soared on Friday [Video]
Gold and Silver collapsed as the Dollar soared on Friday [Video]
Solana Implements Major SOL Burn to Combat Network Inflation Concerns
Solana validators just made a big call. They've collectively agreed to cancel 18.
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Gains ground to near 1.1600, bullish vibe prevails above 100-day SMA
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Gains ground to near 1.1600, bullish vibe prevails above 100-day SMA
Samsung Biologics to launch takeover bid for PolyPeptide in September
Samsung Biologics will launch its takeover offer for Swiss contract drugmaker PolyPeptide Group in September, the South Korean company said in an offer prospectus on Monday.
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Will Bitcoin Bounce or Dump? All Eyes Are on This Week's Major Economic Events
Another busy economic week is ahead of us as investors are trying to predict what the Fed will do next.
NexGold Mining: Complicated, But With Enough Green Flags To Root For
NexGold Mining trades at a deep 0.13x P/NAV despite fully permitted, high-grade Goldboro and significant leverage to gold prices. Key catalysts are the updated Goldboro Feasibility Study (due by year-end), a 2026 construction decision, and gold holding above $4,300/oz. Major risk is dilution: Goldboro and Goliath require ~$620M in capex, implying 35% equity dilution even with existing cash and debt facilities.
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USD/JPY Price Forecast: Retreats from one-month top as bullish bias remains below 160.00
USD/JPY Price Forecast: Retreats from one-month top as bullish bias remains below 160.00
Zcash private transactions set to drop wait times to under 200 milliseconds
The significant reduction in transaction wait times enhances user experience and positions Zcash for broader adoption in privacy-focused payments. Zcash private transactions set to drop wait times to under 200 milliseconds.
Cronos halts blockchain after $75M Tectonic exploit
Cronos halted its blockchain after a Tectonic exploit affected an estimated $75 million, with most identified assets remaining on the network.
India's largest private lender HDFC Bank sees shares rise after CEO announces surprise exit
Shares of HDFC Bank opened 2.5% higher even as the company's chief executive officer made a surprise announcement to not seek reappointment. Analysts believe that the successor's profile could offer re-rating potential.
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Why Is Mantle (MNT) Price Surging Today?
Mantle (MNT) price is surging today, but the article should stay focused on the move, the likely catalysts, and the market signals needed to confirm it.
QGRO: Solid Factor Mix Overshadowed By Underdelivery This Year; Hold Rating Maintained
American Century U.S. Quality Growth ETF is rated Hold, as strong GARP and quality characteristics of its portfolio are overshadowed by its underperformance versus peers and the market. While having an appealing growth and quality premise, QGRO has lagged leading growth ETFs like IWF, SCHG, and QQQM, as well as IVV, year-to-date. The fund has also underperformed IVV and the growth-focused ETFs since the strategy change in May 2023.
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Gold and Silver Price Forecast: Jackson Hole Sell-Off Tests Key Support
Gold and silver remain under pressure as Fed rate hike expectations rise, placing the $4,350 and $64 support levels in focus.
