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Thursday, September 3, 2026
Bitcoin Rallies Above $82,000, Lifting Crypto Stocks
Bitcoin rallied on Thursday, trading above $82,000 and driving gains in cryptocurrency-related equities. The move reflects continued momentum in the digital-asset market and spillover effects into publicly traded crypto companies.
Read the original at Bitcoin MagazineBitcoin Rallies on Fed Rate-Pause Signal; $415M Shorts Liquidated
Bitcoin and broader crypto markets rose following comments by Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller signaling potential support for holding interest rates steady. The rally triggered approximately $415 million in short-position liquidations as traders caught on the wrong side of the move. The price action reflects growing market sensitivity to monetary policy signals.
Read the original at DecryptRevolut's US Banking License Stalled as Regulators Approve Rivals
Revolut filed with the OCC and FDIC on March 4 to establish Revolut Bank US as an insured national bank offering deposits, credit cards, loans, and direct Fedwire/ACH access. Nearly six months later the application remains pending while federal regulators have conditionally approved or converted competing applications in the same timeframe, highlighting disparities in regulatory treatment.
Read the original at CryptoSlateBitcoin Rises 4.8% as Waller Signals Fed Rate Hold
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller indicated support for leaving rates unchanged this month if economic data holds over the next two weeks, reducing Polymarket's implied probability of a September rate increase from 59% to 43%. Bitcoin rose 4.8% to retake $80,000, while gold gained 2% and the S&P 500 rose 0.46%.
Read the original at The DefiantSEC Issues New Reporting Guidance For Digital Asset Custody Firms
The SEC has released updated reporting requirements for firms that provide digital asset custody services. The guidance clarifies compliance obligations for custodians operating in the cryptocurrency space. This development affects how crypto custody providers must disclose their operations and asset holdings to regulators.
Read the original at NewsBTCFed Rate-Hike Odds Drop to 38% as Waller Signals Pause
Polymarket pricing shows September Federal Reserve rate-hike odds have fallen to 38% following comments from Fed Governor Christopher Waller that cooling August inflation could support keeping rates unchanged. Waller indicated August CPI data would be a key factor in his decision-making, reflecting broader Fed deliberations on whether to continue or pause its tightening cycle.
Read the original at Crypto.newsStandard Chartered Launches Bitcoin Trading in UAE
Standard Chartered has begun offering spot bitcoin trading to clients in the United Arab Emirates, expanding its cryptocurrency services in the region. The bank has previously launched similar bitcoin trading offerings in other jurisdictions, signaling continued institutional adoption of digital assets by traditional financial firms.
Read the original at Bitcoin MagazineMetaplanet Accumulates 20,000 BTC, Purchases 1,007 More
Metaplanet announced it has purchased an additional 1,007 bitcoin, bringing its total treasury holdings to 20,000 BTC. The company, which has positioned itself as a bitcoin-accumulating entity, continues its strategy of large-scale acquisition at market prices.
Read the original at NewsBTCCapital B's €7.6M Financing Could Add 376 BTC to Treasury
Capital B, a company with ties to Bitcoin Core developer Adam Back, raised €7.6 million in a placement that could be allocated toward acquiring approximately 376 BTC for its treasury. The financing round involves the issuance of new shares and warrants, which may increase Back's shareholding stake in the firm.
Read the original at 99BitcoinsSenate scheduled to vote on CLARITY Act September 15
The U.S. Senate is set to hold an initial vote on the CLARITY Act on September 15, with the House vote potentially delayed. The legislation's uncertain path reflects broader regulatory shifts that could affect digital asset markets and major cryptocurrency companies.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingBitcoin surges 5% to $81,000 amid $140M shorts liquidation
Bitcoin rallied 5% to $81,000, triggering approximately $140 million in short liquidations. The move underscores the leverage dynamics and volatility characteristic of cryptocurrency markets, where rapid price swings can force forced closures of leveraged positions.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingCrypto Market Rebounds With $370M in Shorts Liquidated
The cryptocurrency market rebounded over a 24-hour period during which $370 million in short positions were liquidated. Crypto Briefing attributes the liquidations to a shift toward bullish sentiment, suggesting potential implications for near-term market direction.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingGrayscale Zcash ETF launches on NYSE Arca amid exchange delisting
Grayscale's Zcash ETF began trading on NYSE Arca, offering regulated institutional access to the privacy coin even as major centralized exchanges have reduced support for Monero and other privacy-focused assets. The development reflects diverging market forces: growing Wall Street appetite for privacy-coin exposure through traditional financial products versus regulatory pressure pushing direct cryptocurrency trading platforms to delist privacy tokens.
Read the original at Crypto.newsFlowra, KorDA explore gold-backed Solana validator infrastructure
Flowra and KorDA have signed a 12-month memorandum of understanding to explore using gold-backed digital assets (KGLD) as collateral for Solana validators. The arrangement would support a proposed validator delegation program, subject to regulatory review and completion of due diligence.
Read the original at CoinJournalBitget in talks with BlackRock on Asian tokenized-asset distribution
Crypto Briefing reported that Bitget is in discussions with BlackRock to expand distribution of tokenized assets across Asia. The collaboration, if realized, could accelerate adoption of tokenized financial products in the region, though neither party has publicly confirmed the talks or details of any potential agreement.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingArgentina Trains Prosecutors to Trace and Seize Crypto Assets
Argentina's Public Prosecutor's Office (MPF) has trained prosecutors, officials, and staff to trace, analyze, and seize virtual assets as cryptocurrency becomes increasingly relevant to criminal investigations. The initiative reflects growing law enforcement focus on cryptocurrency's role in illicit activity.
Read the original at Crypto.newsBitcoin Technical Resistance at $76.5K Eyed by Analyst
Bitcoin has dropped below the $76,500 level for the first time since August 23, which analysts identify as a crucial short-term reference point. An analyst cited in the report warns that failure to hold above this resistance could trigger a decline to $50,000.
Read the original at CryptoPotatoFBI Seized $560K in Hamas Crypto Fundraising, DOJ Says
The U.S. Department of Justice says three warrants issued in 2025 seized over $560,000 in cryptocurrency from Hamas fundraising channels, with seized systems then used to intercept additional donations. The operation represents a law-enforcement pivot toward disrupting terrorist-group funding flows through digital assets.
Read the original at CryptoSlateKraken Launches Fixed Rate Rewards With Up to 6% APY
Kraken has introduced Fixed Rate Rewards, a new feature within Kraken Earn offering eligible clients fixed APYs up to 6% on cash and stablecoin holdings. Users can lock funds for 3, 6, 12, or 18-month terms with no rate drift, with rewards compounding weekly and auto-renewal options available across USD, EUR, USDT, USDC, and USDG.
Read the original at Cryptohopper Exchange NewsKraken Pro Adds JTO, GRASS, WLFI to Margin Trading
Kraken Pro has enabled margin trading for three new assets—JTO, GRASS, and WLFI—expanding its margin-trading pairs to over 250 markets. The exchange did not disclose specific margin requirements or availability dates for the new pairs.
Read the original at Cryptohopper Exchange NewsBitcoin Rises Above $77,500 as Yen Rally Boosts Risk Assets
Bitcoin traded above $77,500 with gains on the day despite weekly declines, as a strengthening Japanese yen supported appetite for riskier assets. The move reflects broader currency dynamics, with global investors holding their lowest U.S. asset hedging levels in a decade amid shifting macro conditions.
Read the original at CoinDeskBitcoin recovers toward $78K as Arbitrum and Pons extend rally
Bitcoin rose 0.76% since midnight, supported by a weakening U.S. dollar that lifted equities, metals, and cryptocurrency assets broadly. Arbitrum (ARB) and Pons (PONS) extended gains for a third consecutive session, tracking strength in broader markets.
Read the original at CoinDeskBitcoin Faces $47B in Profitable Supply Near $77,381
Bitcoin trades near $77,381 with 68% of circulating supply now in profit, up from 65% when BTC last traded at this level in May, according to Glassnode data. The three-percentage-point increase represents roughly 600,000 additional BTC—worth approximately $47 billion at current prices—that could potentially be sold for gains before any breakout above $80,000.
Read the original at CryptoSlateHayes Flags EUR/JPY and French Banks as Bitcoin Indicators
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes suggested monitoring the EUR/JPY currency pair and French banking exposure to US repo markets as indicators for Bitcoin's next move, citing BNP Paribas, Credit Agricole, and Societe Generale as potential vulnerabilities. Hayes dismissed commentary from other analysts in favor of watching macroeconomic stress signals.
Read the original at CryptoPotatoTaiwan FSC Drafts Nine Regulations Under Virtual Asset Service Act
Taiwan's Financial Supervisory Commission is drafting nine regulations under the Virtual Asset Service Act, expected to be finalized in Q1 2027. The comprehensive regulatory framework aims to enhance market stability and competitiveness while potentially shaping crypto regulation across the Asia-Pacific region.
Read the original at Crypto BriefingKraken Parent Payward Partners With SoFi on Banking and Digital Assets
Payward, parent company of cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, announced a strategic partnership with SoFi Technologies to integrate banking, payments, and digital asset services. The collaboration aims to connect traditional financial services with crypto markets through Kraken Prime, the exchange's institutional offering.
Read the original at Cryptohopper Exchange NewsMemecoins Drive $217M Volume Against Robinhood Tokenized Stocks
Memecoins paired against Robinhood's tokenized stocks generated $217 million in trading volume on Robinhood Chain on September 2, exceeding the $127 million traded through direct stock token markets that day, according to on-chain researcher Adam Tehc. Traders are using tokenized shares of companies like Nvidia and Hims & Hers as collateral or pairs in derivative trading.
Read the original at CryptoSlateYen Strength Drives Dollar Weakness, Supporting Bitcoin
A surge in the Japanese yen has weakened the U.S. dollar, as reflected in a lower Dollar Index, creating near-term tailwinds for bitcoin and gold. The currency shift reflects broader macroeconomic movements affecting asset valuations across traditional and digital markets.
Read the original at CoinDeskKraken joins SoFi settlement network, lists SoFiUSD stablecoin
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has integrated into SoFi's settlement network and added SoFiUSD stablecoin to its platform, marking expanded collaboration between traditional banking and crypto sectors. The partnership allows SoFi to deepen its crypto offerings while Kraken gains access to a banking-backed settlement layer.
Read the original at CoinDeskTrueUSD defendant ordered to disclose legal funding source in $456M case
A court has ordered the defendant in a $456M lawsuit involving TrueUSD to reveal its legal funding sources within days or face sanctions. The affidavit requirement applies to the defendant's payment arrangements, with any penalties requiring a separate Techteryx application. The case details remain limited in available reporting.
Read the original at CryptoSlate