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Bitcoin Sell-off Linked to Low Trading Volume, Not Panic
Bitcoin's recent decline from $65,000 is attributed to low trading volumes rather than panic selling, as major buyers step back from the market.
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Weekly Recap: Durov Accused in Russia and $89 Million Bitcoin Theft
Pavel Durov is charged with aiding terrorism in Russia, while $89 million in Bitcoin is stolen from Coldcard wallets. The Fed maintains interest rates amid market fluctuations.
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Bitcoin Maintains July Gains Amidst Market Challenges
Bitcoin is set to conclude July with a 7.5% gain despite market challenges, leading analysts to highlight its resilience amidst rising rate hike fears.
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IBM CEO Predicts Quantum Computing Will Generate Revenue by 2028
IBM's CEO Arvind Krishna predicts that quantum computing will begin generating significant revenue by 2028, as competition and investment in the field grow.
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Bitcoin Stays at $64,000 Amid Asian Market Rebound
Bitcoin's price remains steady at $64,000 despite a recent dip, while Asian markets see a rebound. ETF inflows indicate continued interest in cryptocurrencies.
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Leopold Aschenbrenner's Hedge Fund Sells Off Majority of Stock Portfolio
Leopold Aschenbrenner's hedge fund, Situational Awareness, quickly sold most of its stock portfolio amid significant losses, with Citadel acquiring the assets.
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Bitcoin and Ether Decline as Stocks Surge, Crypto Market Eyes Best Monthly Performance
Bitcoin and Ether see declines while stock markets rally, as the broader crypto market looks set for its best month since July 2025.
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Chainalysis: FIFA Earns $6 Million from NFT Ticket Resales
FIFA has earned over $6 million from NFT ticket resales for the 2026 World Cup, with significant participation from fans of qualified teams.
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Treasury Secretary Urges Senate to Pass Clarity Act, Citing Bitcoin Creator
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urges the Senate to vote on the Clarity Act, warning that political delays could jeopardize U.S. leadership in digital assets.
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FTC Takes Legal Action Against Hims & Hers Over Privacy Violations
The FTC, along with California and Utah, has filed a lawsuit against Hims & Hers for allegedly sharing sensitive health information and misleading subscription practices.
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Core Scientific's $14 Billion Deal with AMD Unveiled by Bernstein
Bernstein analysts indicate that Core Scientific's partnership with AMD could generate over $14 billion in revenue over 15 years, transforming former bitcoin miners into AI infrastructure operators.
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The Rise of Perpetual Contracts in Financial Markets
Perpetual contracts are evolving from crypto trading to a broader market phenomenon, allowing for 24/7 trading across various asset classes, according to Matthew Fisher of Katana Network.
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