According to PANews, stablecoin issuer Tether has announced updates to its transition plan for five legacy blockchains: Omni Layer, Bitcoin Cash SLP, Kusama, EOS, and Algorand. Over a year ago, Tether revealed its intention to cease redemption and freezing of USDT tokens on these blockchains starting September 1, 2025, gradually ending support. In response to feedback from the communities of these discontinued blockchains, Tether has adjusted its approach and will not freeze smart contracts on these networks. While users can still transfer tokens between wallets, Tether will halt direct issuance and redemption of tokens on these blockchains. Consequently, these tokens will no longer receive official support like other Tether tokens. Tether remains committed to ensuring a smooth transition and will continue collaborating with the community to maintain transparency and clarity throughout the process.

According to Foresight News, Swedish IT supplier Miljödata has been hit by a ransomware attack, affecting approximately 200 municipal departments, which account for about 80% of Sweden's 290 municipalities. The attack has rendered critical services such as HR, sick leave reporting, and work environment management systems inaccessible. The attackers have reportedly demanded a ransom of 1.5 bitcoins, equivalent to around $168,000, to prevent the disclosure of potentially stolen sensitive data, including medical certificates, rehabilitation plans, and workplace injury information. Miljödata CEO Erik Hallén confirmed the attack on August 25 and stated that the company is collaborating with external experts to investigate and restore the systems. As of now, no ransomware group has claimed responsibility for the attack, and Swedish police along with CERT-SE (Computer Emergency Response Team) are involved in the investigation.

The crypto market had strong momentum heading into 2025, with a total capitalization up more than 40% year-to-date (YTD), fueled by bullish developments across major assets.  However, the tailwinds cooled off during the first quarter, causing the total market cap to drop by nearly 19% before rebounding again in the second quarter. Supported by regulatory clarity in the U.S source: https://finbold.com/top-5-crypto-sectors-to-buy-for-the-end-of-2025/

أثار “جيريمي دافنشي”، أحد أوائل المتبنين للبيتكوين ومُنشئ محتوى في مجال العملات الرقمية المشفرة، جدلا واسع بعد وصفه لعملة XRP بأنها عملة احتيال يمكن المراهنة عليها، وذلك في تغريدة هاجم فيها العملة المرتبطة بشركة الريبل، وأشاد في المقابل بالبيتكوين كأفضل وسيلة لحفظ الثروة. source: https://arab-btc.net/bitcoin-advocate-davinci-claims-that-xrp-is-a-scam/

null source: https://x.com/BTC_Archive/status/1961399981929013674

XRP getting closer to level where sudden slip would lead to long-term bear market source: https://u.today/xrp-on-edge-of-losing-critical-level

The company updated its equity issuance rules on August 18 — and almost immediately flooded the market with new stock. source: https://coindoo.com/investors-panic-as-strategy-sells-more-stock-to-chase-bitcoin/

Worldcoin whale purchased 9. 32 million WLD worth $8. 85 million. source: https://ambcrypto.com/worldcoin-8-85m-whale-buy-fuels-bullish-setup-for-wlds-1-1-target/

null source: https://x.com/DaanCrypto/status/1961398549054169547

Raoul Pal says two of crypto’s most-watched legacy altcoins—XRP and Dogecoin—are coiling for their next act. In a new X thread framed as “the Crypto Waiting Room,” the Real Vision and GMI co-founder argues that a broad swath of the market is consolidating before another leg higher, with capital already “full ported” into Ethereum and rotation risk building for assets lower down the stack. XRP And Dogecoin Are In The ‘Waiting Room’ “Let’s talk about the Crypto Waiting Room… many key parts of the crypto ecosystem are in the waiting room ready to launch,” Pal wrote, opening a chart-dense series that he says draws on Global Macro Investor’s probabilistic framework. He placed Total3—the market excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum—“ready to launch from the waiting room,” while stressing that “OTHERS (Outside of Top 10… purest form of Alts season where all shit rises) [is] still in the waiting room but longer to launch source: https://www.newsbtc.com/news/xrp-dogecoin-full-port-breakout-raoul-pal/

The U.S. Commerce Department has begun publishing official economic statistics directly to a public blockchain, describing the move as part of a new initiative to improve transparency and data security.

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Hyperliquid has become the leading decentralized perpetual swap exchange over the past year, surpassing competitors in both performance and market share.

US banks processed $312 billion in suspicious transactions linked to Chinese money laundering networks between 2020 and 2024. Despite regulatory focus on crypto, most illicit funds still move through traditional banks, not digital platforms.

In this industry, there is never a shortage of opportunities, but those who can truly seize them are often those who can persevere.

Luxxfolio has filed to raise up to $100 million in Canada as it pushes a new strategy built around Litecoin. The firm is short on cash and hopes the funds will support its goal of holding one million LTC by 2026.

At the BitcoinAsia event in Hong Kong, Eric Trump shared his thoughts on Bitcoin, the Trump family’s journey into the world of digital assets, and his belief in the future of the United States in this area.

Eliza Labs has sued X Corp, claiming the company copied its AI technology and forced it into paying high fees. The startup says X banned its account after taking confidential ideas, causing serious harm to its business.

Guests at the Bitcoin Asia Summit roundtable discussed the role of stablecoins in the future of Asian finance.

China plans for 70 percent of its population to use AI-powered devices by 2027, aiming for nearly a billion regular users. The initiative spans industry, services, governance, and daily life, with full integration into an intelligent economy expected by 2035.