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Analysts Highlight Risk Concentration in Crypto Derivatives Market
The crypto derivatives market saw a 15.7% drop in trading volume in H1 2026, indicating risk concentration and asynchronous recovery, as reported by CoinGlass.
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How a Hong Kong Hike Revolutionized Crypto Trading
The launch of perpetual futures by BitMEX in 2016 transformed the landscape of crypto trading, highlighting the innovative spirit of startups in the sector.
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$80 Million in ZEC Transfers to Zcash's New Ironwood Pool on Launch Day
In the first day following its launch, Zcash's new Ironwood pool received about $80 million in ZEC, marking a significant migration from the previous Orchard pool.
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Perpetual Futures: Misplaced Concerns Over Systemic Risk
As perpetual futures enter regulated markets, critics argue they pose systemic risks. Chris Tyrer asserts the focus should be on venue design, not the contracts themselves.
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Claude Mythos Disrupts Post-Quantum Cryptography Landscape
Claude Mythos, an AI model from Anthropic, has identified vulnerabilities in post-quantum cryptography, raising concerns about the security of future crypto standards.
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Cryptocurrency Trading Volumes Hit Three-Year Low
Spot trading volumes in the cryptocurrency market are expected to drop to their lowest levels since late 2023, reflecting a broader trend of reduced activity.
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Three Key Reasons Today's Fed Meeting Matters for Bitcoin
The upcoming Federal Reserve meeting is critical for Bitcoin, with market uncertainty, rising bond yields, and oil prices influencing potential outcomes.
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Michael Saylor and Adam Back Challenge BIP-110 in Bitcoin Community
Debate heats up in the crypto community over BIP-110, as prominent figures like Michael Saylor and Adam Back voice their opposition to the proposed restrictions.
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Bitcoin Holds Steady Above $64,000 Amid Anticipation of Fed Rate Decision
Bitcoin remains above $64,000 as the market anticipates the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, with inflation at 4.1%.
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Binance Introduces Gold and Silver Options Following Surge in Commodities Trading
Binance has launched gold and silver options in response to high trading volumes in commodity futures, expanding its offerings for retail investors.
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Ionic Digital Soars 26% in Nasdaq Launch, Offering Exit for Celsius Network Stakeholders
Ionic Digital's Nasdaq debut saw a 26% rise, valuing the bitcoin miner at $2.8 billion and providing an exit for Celsius Network claimholders.
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Telegram's Pavel Durov Faces Terrorism Charges in Russia
Telegram's founder Pavel Durov faces serious terrorism charges from Russia, risking life imprisonment amid a crackdown on the platform.
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