Bitwise has introduced three Automated Token Portfolios that let eligible investors outside the US copy professionally managed stock portfolio models using Coinbase’s tokenised US stocks. The portfolios can be held in self-custody wallets, while Glider handles trades and rebalancing. Bitwise will charge a 0.15 percent methodology fee, excluding transaction and Glider fees.
Real-world asset deposits across decentralised lending and trading platforms reached $7.4 billion in the second quarter of 2026, more than triple the level recorded a year earlier, according to CoinShares. The increase came as overall DeFi deposits declined 15 percent year-on-year, while spot trading of tokenised assets rose 220 percent despite a 70 percent fall in broader decentralised exchange volumes.
Bitcoin is consolidating after briefly crossing $81,000, with ETF inflows and improving liquidity supporting the broader market. However, large holders are booking profits, while investors await US PCE inflation and GDP data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s next move.
Monad researchers Kushal Babel and Jan Camenisch have proposed a new account design that separates a blockchain address from the credentials used to authorise transactions. The approach could allow users to rotate lost or outdated keys, use passkeys and enable social recovery without moving their assets to a new address. The design could also support multisignature access and future post-quantum authentication.
Block Bits Capital co-founder Japheth Dillman has been found guilty of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud after prosecutors alleged that he and a co-conspirator misled more than 20 investors about an automated cryptocurrency trading system. The US Department of Justice said investors lost nearly $1 million. Dillman remains out on bond and is scheduled to be sentenced on December 8.
India is set to test its first tokenised corporate bond issuance, with state-backed power financier REC expected to issue bonds worth less than Rs. 5 billion using the digital rupee for settlement. The pilot, being conducted with the RBI and SEBI, will explore whether distributed ledger technology can make corporate bond issuance and settlement faster.
Bitcoin crossed $80,000 after a strong weekly rally, supported by institutional ETF demand and improved liquidity conditions. Ethereum and major altcoins also gained, while Bitcoin dominance climbed to nearly 59.8 percent. Analysts warned that stretched momentum could lead to profit-taking, with US PCE inflation data and Federal Reserve signals from Jackson Hole likely to influence the next market move.
Term Finance has reported an estimated $8.5 million loss after an attacker exploited the governance controls of its strategy vaults. Security firms said the hacker gained enough voting power to pass proposals that enabled control of the vaults, draining Ether and stablecoins. Term has halted its Meta Vaults while it works with external security experts on asset recovery and remediation.
WazirX has launched an AI-powered trading assistant that combines market research, technical analysis, portfolio monitoring, and trade preparation. The tool can provide live market insights with charts, analyse WazirX balances and prepare orders within a conversation. It also supports automated alerts and a paper trading environment for users who want to test strategies before using real funds.
Bitcoin remained near Rs. 73.7 lakh after a sharp rally, with institutional demand supporting prices as investors assess stretched technical conditions and rising Japanese bond yields. Ethereum and XRP also participated in the broader recovery, while upcoming US PCE inflation data and the Jackson Hole meeting could influence the market’s next move.
MANTRA Chain has halted network operations while its engineering and security teams investigate an unspecified incident affecting the blockchain. The shutdown has stopped transactions and asset transfers, with validators, public nodes, bridge migration processes, and Inter-Blockchain Communication relays among the affected components. Deposits and withdrawals through affected exchanges have also been paused. MANTRA has not identified the cause, disclosed any stolen or compromised assets, or provided a timeline for restoring network operations.
The Royal Government of Bhutan has transferred 490.87 Bitcoin worth $32.74 million (roughly Rs. 3,132 crore) to newly created wallets, according to blockchain analytics firm Onchain Lens. The destinations have not been identified as exchanges or trading firms, meaning the movement does not confirm a sale. The transfer follows several large movements from Bhutan-linked wallets this year, including a 300 BTC transfer on August 18 and a 519.7 BTC transaction in March.
Two Binance employees were reportedly detained or questioned by UAE authorities in recent weeks during an investigation into financial activity linked to a Binance client account, The New York Times reported. Binance said a small number of employees were asked to provide statements about third-party funding flows and were promptly cleared and released. The exchange said the employees were not targets of the investigation and that it was cooperating with Dubai Police and other UAE authorities.
Bitcoin climbed above Rs. 72 lakh as improving liquidity, stronger institutional demand and a sharp unwinding of bearish positions fuelled a broader cryptocurrency market rally. Ethereum and XRP also posted strong gains, although analysts cautioned investors against chasing the rapid move.
X is reportedly exploring the use of stablecoins such as Circle’s USDC to pay royalties to influencers and content creators, according to CoinDesk. The discussions come as stablecoins gain traction for faster and cheaper cross-border payments. X recently replaced its Revenue Sharing model with the Original Content Rewards Program, while Elon Musk’s SpaceX is already using stablecoins for payments from some Starlink customers. The move could expand stablecoin use across creator payments and digital platforms.
BitGo has received virtual asset service provider registration in South Korea, allowing its local subsidiary, BitGo Korea, to offer crypto custody and transaction services to institutional and corporate clients. The company said it is the first global cryptocurrency firm to secure the registration in the country. BitGo Korea was established locally with security, anti-money laundering and compliance systems, while Hana Financial Group and SK Telecom are among its strategic investors.
Coinbase has received Financial Services Permission from Abu Dhabi Global Market’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority to provide investment intermediary and custody services for its planned tokenised securities platform. The approval brings the exchange’s offering under ADGM’s regulated financial services framework. Coinbase plans to use blockchain technology to issue traditional assets, with securities backed by underlying assets and subject to FSRA oversight. The move also builds on Coinbase’s earlier tokenisation initiative, Project Diamond, in Abu Dhabi.
Bitcoin moved sharply higher after US Treasury buybacks eased pressure on yields, while heavy short liquidations accelerated the move. Stronger ETF inflows and Ethereum’s gains also pointed to improving participation beyond Bitcoin.
Bybit says its security systems prevented more than $700 million (roughly Rs. 6,699 crore) in potential losses during the first half of 2026. The exchange blocked over 30,000 suspicious withdrawals and identified around $212 million (roughly Rs. 2,029 crore) in potentially fraudulent funds. The measures follow the $1.46 billion (roughly Rs. 13,978 crore) hack suffered by Bybit in February 2025, which prompted the exchange to strengthen its blockchain monitoring and AI-assisted security systems.
Nexo Australia has launched cryptocurrency-backed credit lines after receiving credit representative authorisation under Australia’s consumer credit framework. Eligible customers can borrow Australian dollars or stablecoins against their digital assets, with advertised annual interest rates ranging from 0.9 percent to 21.9 percent. The products are provided through licensed credit provider Avgi Pty Ltd, while Nexo Australia handles applications, account management and customer support. Borrowers can retain their crypto holdings while accessing liquidity.
Maya Protocol has halted its MAYAChain network after an exploit allowed an attacker to manipulate a liquidity pool and withdraw Bitcoin and other crypto assets. The protocol said six software bugs were required to execute the attack, which created a false balance of nearly 49 million CACAO in a pool that held only 168,000 CACAO. The attacker later converted the manipulated tokens into Bitcoin and Ether, while Maya Protocol works on recovery and remediation.
Bitcoin recovered as buyers returned to the market, with institutional demand improving despite weak spot and on-chain activity. The cryptocurrency continues to face resistance at higher levels, while elevated Treasury yields and geopolitical risks could limit further gains.
Binance is reportedly preparing to seek authorisation from the UK Financial Conduct Authority as it looks to return to the country’s regulated crypto market. The Telegraph reported that the exchange could submit an application after the FCA opens its authorisation gateway on September 30. If approved, Binance could resume regulated services under the UK’s new crypto framework from October 25, 2027. Binance has not officially confirmed plans to apply or identified the entity that would seek approval.
BitBox has released firmware updates to address two critical vulnerabilities affecting its hardware wallets. The first flaw involved memory corruption in unconfigured BitBox02 Multi and BitBox02 Nova devices and could potentially allow a malicious host to install compromised firmware. The second affected the wallet’s Silent Payments feature and could cause Bitcoin to be locked to an unintended address. BitBox said it has no reports of users losing funds through either vulnerability and has patched both issues.
Austria’s Financial Market Authority has fined Bitpanda GmbH EUR 70,000, or around $81,130 (roughly Rs. 77.6 lakh), for breaching requirements under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation. The regulator said Bitpanda failed to submit a crypto-asset white paper at least 20 business days before its release and distributed marketing material prematurely. The company said the issues related to timing and formal requirements and were addressed after receiving the regulator’s notification.
Bitcoin recovered above $64,000 as expectations of a September Federal Reserve rate hike fell sharply and preliminary spot Bitcoin ETF inflows returned. However, rising exchange balances, geopolitical tensions, and cautious market participation could limit further gains.
Israeli crypto brokerage Bits of Gold has disclosed a data breach that potentially exposed personal information belonging to around 200,000 customers. The company said a hacker accessed a third-party data analytics system containing names, national identification numbers, contact details, bank information, IP addresses and public wallet addresses. Bits of Gold said there is no indication that customer funds, private keys, passwords, CVV codes or scanned identity documents were compromised and urged users to remain alert to phishing attempts.
BitMart users and employees are seeking answers about the crypto exchange’s assets, liabilities and ability to process withdrawals ahead of an August 19 deadline. An open statement addressed to BitMart executives calls for verifiable wallet and reserve information, third-party checks and a repayment plan for customers. The demands come weeks after BitMart announced plans to end trading on August 26 and wind down its operations by January 31, 2027.
SafePal has disclosed a data leak that potentially exposed the personal and purchase information of nearly 40,000 customers. The vulnerability in an order-tracking plugin affected orders placed between March 2025 and April 2026 and could have allowed unauthorised access to other customers’ order details. SafePal said there is no evidence that wallet access or customer funds were compromised. The company has fixed the flaw, added access controls and begun notifying affected users individually.
Bitcoin slipped below $63,000 as renewed Middle East tensions weighed on risk appetite and US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded nearly $385 million in outflows between August 10 and 14. Investors are now awaiting the Federal Reserve minutes for clues on future monetary policy.
Bitcoin remained near Rs. 60.5 lakh despite softer US CPI and PPI data, with reduced expectations of a September Federal Reserve rate hike failing to spark a stronger crypto recovery. Weak spot-market activity and more than $200 million in Bitcoin ETF outflows this week continue to limit momentum.
Securitize shares fell 20 percent in after-hours trading after the tokenisation firm reported second-quarter revenue below analysts’ expectations. Revenue reached $14.4 million (roughly Rs. 137 crore), compared with the $20.6 million (roughly Rs. 196 crore) expected by analysts. The company also reported a $21.7 million (roughly Rs. 207 crore) net loss. Meanwhile, tokenised assets managed through its platform and transaction volumes continued to grow during the quarter.
Japanese Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet has denied selling 5,014 Bitcoin worth around $320 million (roughly Rs. 3,053 crore) after the transfer was spotted by blockchain monitoring platforms. CEO Simon Gerovich said the coins were moved between the company’s own custodial addresses as part of a routine operation. Metaplanet continues to hold 43,000 BTC, even as the company’s Bitcoin strategy faces pressure from falling prices and losses on its holdings.
Arizona’s crypto ATM consumer protection law has helped 35 scam victims recover a combined $171,332 (roughly Rs. 1.6 crore) since taking effect in September 2025. Attorney General Kris Mayes urged victims to report fraudulent transactions within the law’s 30-day window to qualify for refunds. The law also places daily transaction limits on crypto ATM users, while the state’s recovery figures arrive amid rising fraud involving cryptocurrency kiosks across the US.
Bitcoin remained near Rs. 61 lakh after July US CPI data came broadly in line with expectations. The cryptocurrency continues to face resistance around Rs. 62 lakh, while traders await the US PPI report for further clues on the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.
Binance has rejected RedotPay’s claim that its Singapore lawsuit could be discontinued, saying it remains committed to its claims in the dispute. The case was filed by Binance-linked Chaintecs Consulting Singapore against RedotPay affiliates and is separate from a Hong Kong lawsuit seeking nearly $473 million (roughly Rs. 4,510 crore). RedotPay said it expects the Singapore case to be dropped and plans to seek legal costs from the claimant if the proceedings are discontinued.
Harmony is exploring a possible blockchain rollback after an alleged exploit led to the unauthorised minting of nearly 4 billion ONE tokens, equivalent to around 26 percent of its existing supply. The network has released an emergency patch, halted its token bridge and worked with exchanges to freeze suspicious funds. Harmony said thousands of transfers involving hundreds of wallets have been traced as it continues investigating the incident and assessing how to handle the newly minted tokens.
An XRP bridge connecting the XRP Ledger with the tx blockchain lost more than 196,000 XRP, worth around $200,000 (roughly Rs. 1.9 crore), after a software bug allowed an attacker to create fake deposits. The exploit drained the bridge’s reserve wallet within 97 minutes on August 9 before the service was shut down. The operator has patched the affected code, contacted blockchain forensics experts, and reported the incident to the FBI.
Bitcoin remained below Rs. 62 lakh on Wednesday as repeated resistance and subdued market activity kept investors cautious. Analysts said ETF demand, trading volumes and the US CPI reading could determine the cryptocurrency’s next move.
Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms has entered a 20-year agreement to supply 191 megawatts of power from its Rockdale, Texas, facility to Anthropic, according to the company and a Bloomberg report. The deal could generate $9 billion (roughly Rs. 85,806 crore) in value and further accelerates the shift among Bitcoin miners towards AI infrastructure. Riot expects the initial deployment to begin in December 2027, with the full build-out scheduled for June 2028.
BTCPay Server has offered a reward of up to 3 Bitcoin, worth around $190,000 (roughly Rs. 1.8 crore), for information that helps recover funds stolen during last week’s attack. The project said the bounty is open even to the attackers and will pay 10 percent of the amount recovered. BTCPay is also rewarding researchers who identified the exploited vulnerability as investigations into the Lightning Network incident continue.
Crypto exchange Coinsbuy suffered losses exceeding $8 million after a suspected attacker targeted wallets across the TRON and Ethereum blockchains. The hacker drained more than $6 million in stablecoins from eight TRON wallets and moved additional USDT and Ether from three Ethereum wallets. Most of the stolen assets were subsequently routed through crypto swapping and exchange services. Coinsbuy said no customers suffered losses and that the platform remains operational while investigations continue.
Bitcoin slipped below Rs. 62 lakh as investors turned cautious ahead of key US economic data. Recent ETF outflows, rising oil prices, and subdued market participation weighed on sentiment, while larger holders continued accumulating Bitcoin.
Australia’s financial crime regulator has suspended Cryptolink’s registration for three months, forcing the operator to temporarily shut down its Bitcoin ATMs across the country. AUSTRAC said the company failed to meet basic anti-money laundering reporting obligations and did not respond adequately to information requests. The action follows an enforceable undertaking signed by Cryptolink in 2025 and comes as Australian authorities continue tightening oversight of crypto ATM operators.
Brazil’s central bank has proposed new safeguards requiring virtual asset service providers to place precautionary holds of up to 24 hours on certain crypto transfers to foreign platforms and self-custody wallets. The measure would apply to amounts exceeding $10,000 (roughly Rs. 9.5 lakh) received in a single transaction or across a customer’s transactions in one day. If adopted,
BTCPay Server has temporarily blocked remote access to Lightning Network nodes running LND after a vulnerability was exploited to obtain credentials and steal funds. The restriction affects external wallets accessing nodes through BTCPay’s domain and Tor onion URL on Docker deployments. BTCPay said Lightning payments can continue while developers work on restoring remote access. Node operators have also been advised to audit their systems for suspicious transactions and channel activity.
Bitcoin remained near Rs. 61.9 lakh on Monday after weaker-than-expected US jobs data revived expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts. Analysts said thin trading volumes and cautious spot demand could limit gains, while US CPI and PPI data due later this week could provide the next major market catalyst.
Crypto-related physical attacks, known as wrench attacks, have resulted in more than $30 million (roughly Rs. 286 crore) in stolen assets during the first half of 2026, according to Chainalysis. The blockchain analytics firm recorded 46 violent incidents involving kidnappings, home invasions and hostage situations, putting the year on track to surpass 2025's record losses. The report also highlighted growing concerns over data leaks and privacy risks that expose crypto holders to targeted attacks.
Western Union has partnered with stablecoin infrastructure platform Rain to launch Stablecard, a digital wallet with a Visa card that enables users to store, transfer and spend the dollar-backed USDPT stablecoin. Initially available in 37 countries, the service allows remittance recipients to receive funds directly into a stablecoin wallet and make payments through Visa's global merchant network. The company plans to expand the offering to over 60 countries this year.
European regulators have warned crypto users about a rise in impersonation scams following the implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. Fraudsters are reportedly posing as financial watchdogs and licensed crypto firms to deceive users of exchanges that failed to secure MiCA authorisation. Authorities have urged investors to verify communications carefully as thousands of unlicensed crypto businesses are expected to exit the European market under the new regulatory regime.
