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Key TakeawaysPeckshield reported 50 crypto hacks in August 2026, a 67% jump from July, while total losses fell to $136.3M.A $74M breach at Tectonicfi led monthly damages, but Cronos chain intervention trapped most stolen assets.Albert Dadon sees threshold-based... 
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Key TakeawaysA Connecticut consumer cannot recover a $200,000 crypto deposit.The state alert names seven offshore DeFi trading platforms.Officials cite leverage of up to 250x and limited recourse for investors. Connecticut Links $200,000 Loss to Unregulated DeFi... 
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Key TakeawaysU.S. and U.K. agencies will investigate common targets in parallel.Crypto scam centers cost Americans nearly $10 billion each year.Officials plan a joint industry disruption event in October. US and UK Agencies Coordinate Scam Center Cases Federal... 
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Key TakeawaysThe XRP logo will appear on Florida Field beginning with the 2026 season.The Ripple sponsorship will reportedly generate $5 million annually.Ripple will support finance and technology education across the campus. XRP Branding Arrives at Florida Field... 
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Key TakeawaysStrategy says bitcoin would need to fall 83% to reach STRC’s $13,136 threshold.STRD had the highest displayed bitcoin threshold at $17,517.BTC Rating is an illustrative metric, not an external credit rating. Why Strategy Published the Bitcoin Floor Chart... 
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Key TakeawaysWashington seeks to revoke Coinflip’s money transmitter license.The regulator alleges failures involving monitoring and refunds.Coinflip and its CEO may request a hearing to contest the charges. Washington Regulator Seeks License Revocation The Washington... 
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Key TakeawaysRevolut won conditional OCC approval for a U.S. bank charter in six months.A charter could cut reliance on partner banks and intensify U.S. fintech and crypto competition.Revolut targets H1 2027 launch, pending FDIC, Fed, and final OCC approvals. Revolut... 
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Key TakeawaysGeyser rejected a Cuba Bitcoin project over US sanctions, cutting off their crowdfunding access.The platform cited compliance rules despite being non-custodial, acting as a financial gatekeeper.Organizers noted their wallets were registered abroad,... 
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Key TakeawaysCoinbase Derivatives filed Form 1-N and Coinbase Financial Markets filed Form BD-N with the SEC on Sept. 1.The firm’s shares jumped 10% to $192.70 on the news, but CFTC product approval is still needed before launch.Coinbase has offered 10x perps on... 
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Key TakeawaysIMF revealed El Salvador’s Bitcoin gains were private donations, unlocking $140M in IMF funding.El Salvador agreed to end public Bitcoin buys, aligning treasury policy with IMF transparency rules.The government privatized majority control of Chivo Wallet,... 
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Key TakeawaysThe National Sheriffs’ Association changed its position to neutral.Earlier objections focused on DeFi and anti-money laundering rules.The Senate is scheduled to hold a procedural vote on Sept. 15. Sheriffs’ Association Moves From Opposition to Neutral The... 
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Key TakeawaysBitcoin dropped below $78,700 before recovering to $79,500 after strong U.S. employment data on Friday.Reduced Fed rate-cut odds triggered over $295 million in long liquidations across crypto markets.Raoul Pal expects currency debasement to drive Bitcoin... Translate »
