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Cold Wallet Attack Sparks Self-Custody Concerns, Funds Flow to Institutional Products, Bitcoin ETF Weekly Inflows Hit 4-Month High

The security breach of a cold wallet has raised concerns about self-custody in the cryptocurrency market, leading to a shift of funds toward regulated institutional products. Last week, U.S.-listed bitcoin ETFs saw over $850 million in inflows, the strongest weekly performance since April. This surge was triggered by a hack targeting Coinkite's Coldcard wallets, resulting in the theft of approximately $130 million in bitcoin. Analysts suggest the incident may make bitcoin spot ETFs more attractive to some investors, including long-term holders. Notably, this ETF inflow occurred without a significant rebound in bitcoin's price, which has been range-bound and down roughly 50% from its all-time high. The event challenges the traditional perception of cold wallets as the safest storage method. Experts observe a structural shift as "marginal bitcoin is migrating from self-custody to institutionalized products." While ETFs offer bitcoin price exposure without the need for self-custody, they do not eliminate risk entirely, as custodians can also be vulnerable. However, the regulated framework of ETFs provides a different level of oversight and security measures compared to individual self-custody, potentially boosting investor confidence in delegating exposure to large financial institutions.

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Cold Wallet Attack Sparks Self-Custody Concerns, Funds Flow to Institutional Products, Bitcoin ETF Weekly Inflows Hit 4-Month High

华尔街日报1h ago

Ethereum ICO Participant Transfers MKR Tokens Worth $4.41 Million for First Time in Seven Years

An Ethereum ICO participant, inactive for seven years, has transferred 3,510.42 MKR tokens, worth approximately $4.41 million. This whale initially accumulated 7,020.84 MKR between September 2018 and May 2019 for an estimated $5.81 million. The transferred portion represents an unrealized profit of around $1.51 million. Analysts from EyeOnChain noted the movement, linking the address to the 2015 Ethereum ICO and a holding of roughly 40,000 ETH. The transfer to a new non-exchange address suggests portfolio reorganization or a wallet change rather than an imminent sale. Concurrently, the MKR price dropped 21% in 24 hours to $1,232, trading 80.5% below its May 2021 all-time high of $6,339. In a related event, another dormant whale sold 27,585 ETH in June, converting the proceeds into USDS stablecoins.

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Ethereum ICO Participant Transfers MKR Tokens Worth $4.41 Million for First Time in Seven Years

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"Mysterious Whale" Dumps $486 Million Worth of Bitcoin in Three Weeks

In three weeks, a mysterious "Bitcoin whale" has sold 7,513 BTC, worth approximately $486.9 million, with a single transaction of 1,019 BTC ($66.4 million) noted just hours before a warning. Despite these significant sales, the Bitcoin price remained relatively stable, suggesting the volume was absorbed by over-the-counter buyers or exchange order books without causing a sharp decline. This activity coincides with other large holders reducing positions, including MicroStrategy, which sold 1,638 BTC (~$104.7 million) between July 27 and August 2. MicroStrategy's monetization program, approved for up to $5 billion in sales by 2026, involves selling at a paper loss relative to its average acquisition cost of $75,419 per coin, framed as routine treasury management. The market impact appears muted so far, with Bitcoin trading in a narrow range and no cascading liquidations triggered. This resilience may stem from deeper liquidity from spot ETF inflows and institutional buyers absorbing supply. The changing ownership structure, where whale behavior is gaining significance and long-term holder supply is at a record high, makes such large movements noteworthy, though current sales seem to involve newer, more price-sensitive coins rather than deeply dormant holdings.

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"Mysterious Whale" Dumps $486 Million Worth of Bitcoin in Three Weeks

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What will happen to cryptocurrencies this week. Bitcoin's nearest price targets

Bitcoin ($BTC) has risen by 3.5% since the beginning of August, surpassing $65k and reaching a two-week high on August 10. It is currently trading around $64.8k. Experts outlined key factors and price targets for the coming week. Geopolitical and economic developments are providing support. Potential easing of tensions in the Middle East, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz, could reduce oil price and inflation risks, benefiting risk assets like Bitcoin. Additionally, weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs data for July has strengthened expectations for a more dovish Federal Reserve policy, further aiding risk sentiment. This week's focus will be on U.S. inflation data (CPI), where a slowdown could boost Bitcoin, while higher readings might pressure it. However, selling pressure from mining companies continues. High mining costs have forced firms like MARA to sell not only newly mined coins but also dip into their reserves. MARA sold over 23,000 BTC in H1 2026. Furthermore, mining companies are repurposing facilities into AI data centers, creating competition for capital between crypto and the AI sector. Technically, Bitcoin's short-term trend remains upward. Key support is seen around $64k-$64.2k, with potential to rise towards $67.5k and the psychological $70k level. Analysts suggest much negative news is already priced in, and any positive catalyst could push prices higher. However, due to the overall macroeconomic backdrop, a sustained break above the 200-day moving average and the $70k-$72k resistance zone is not widely expected in the near term.

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What will happen to cryptocurrencies this week. Bitcoin's nearest price targets

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Glassnode: Bitcoin Recovery Continues, But This Key Signal is Missing!

Glassnode reports that Bitcoin's recovery continues but lacks a key signal. While the price has stabilized around $65,000 after rebounding from June lows near $58,000, the firm characterizes the market outlook as a "transitional recovery." Despite stable prices below $66,000 and a return to neutral momentum, overall exchange trading volume remains low. Analysts note this divergence suggests a gradual demand increase rather than widespread speculative frenzy. In derivatives markets, perp futures buying activity has surged, yet open interest and funding rates remain moderate, indicating controlled leverage. Options market skew has narrowed, showing reduced demand for downside protection. A key positive signal is robust institutional demand, with regulated Bitcoin investment products seeing significant net inflows. Blockchain data also shows an increase in "hot capital" and a rising ratio of short-term to long-term holder supply, signaling price-sensitive capital is re-entering the market. However, key on-chain metrics have not recovered. Active addresses, blockchain transaction volume, and fee revenue remain near lower statistical bounds, indicating low organic network demand and a lack of urgency among investors. Overall network profitability has seen only minor improvement, with realized losses still exceeding profits. Glassnode concludes that while institutional inflows, spot/futures demand, and reduced defensive positioning are positive, low spot liquidity and weak on-chain activity indicate the recovery hasn't yet broadened into a full bull phase. A sustained break above $66,000 is seen as a critical level to watch for confirming a stronger upward trend.

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Glassnode: Bitcoin Recovery Continues, But This Key Signal is Missing!

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Bitcoin Mining Company MARA Holdings Sold a Large Number of Bitcoins in the First Half of the Year! Here Are All the Details

Bitcoin mining company MARA Holdings, listed on Nasdaq, sold a substantial amount of Bitcoin in the first half of the year. According to analytics platform Lookonchain, the company sold 23,093 BTC in the first six months of 2026 for approximately $1.6 billion. Following these sales, MARA's Bitcoin reserves decreased significantly, though it still holds 35,577 BTC. The remaining holdings are valued at around $2.3 billion based on current market prices. As one of the largest publicly traded Bitcoin miners, MARA typically holds mined Bitcoin on its balance sheet and sells portions periodically based on market conditions and funding needs. The recent large-scale sale demonstrates the company's active treasury management. Decisions by major miners to sell are closely watched, as such actions can influence market supply, especially when done to cover operational costs during periods of price volatility. While the sale highlights MARA's focus on liquidity, its continued holding of a sizable Bitcoin reserve underscores the asset's ongoing importance on its corporate balance sheet. The company's future actions regarding its Bitcoin treasury will likely depend on factors like Bitcoin's price, mining costs, and cash requirements.

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Bitcoin Mining Company MARA Holdings Sold a Large Number of Bitcoins in the First Half of the Year! Here Are All the Details

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Stock Price Doubles Within the Year, Plummets 20% After Resumption, Baolai Medical's 'Chip Backdoor Listing' Script Ends

On August 10, 2026, BPL (300246.SZ) resumed trading after a nearly week-long suspension and immediately fell by a 20% limit-down. This plunge was triggered by the termination of a planned controlling stake transfer, dashing earlier market speculation. In January 2026, Zhejiang Quwei Zhihe Partnership entered as a significant shareholder, sparking hopes. Investors speculated that its backer, Weigu Information—a specialized "little giant" company in high-reliability solid-state storage chips—might be seeking a backdoor listing through BPL. This "cross-industry restructuring" expectation fueled a strong rally, with BPL's stock price more than doubling in 2026 prior to the halt. However, the deal was called off on August 7, directly causing the sharp sell-off. Underlying BPL's vulnerability is its fundamentally weak business. The company, a medical device firm, is mired in losses, having reported three consecutive years of net losses totaling over 200 million yuan. Its core hemodialysis business is squeezed by government procurement price cuts, while growth in its patient monitor segment has stalled. Furthermore, BPL faces imminent debt pressure with convertible bonds worth approximately 218 million yuan due in September 2026, and its current stock price is far below the conversion price. The failed control transfer may represent a delayed release of negative news, but BPL's core challenges remain: reversing operational losses and addressing its urgent liquidity crisis.

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Stock Price Doubles Within the Year, Plummets 20% After Resumption, Baolai Medical's 'Chip Backdoor Listing' Script Ends

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Two Expert Analysts Warn and Reveal Critical Levels to Defend to Prevent a New Bitcoin Drop!

Bitcoin is currently trading just below $65,000, having gained 4% over the past week. However, expert commodity trader and analyst Peter Brandt warns that downside risks persist. He suggests Bitcoin could re-test lower levels, particularly the $58,000 to $62,000 range, especially if the current chart breaks a key downward trend. Brandt previously highlighted a potential head and shoulders pattern from April to June that could lead to a decline toward $58,000. On-chain analyst Axel Adler adds that while Bitcoin's price has fallen well below its historical average, a full market capitulation has not yet occurred. He identifies $57,600 as a critical threshold; a drop below this level could further weaken market structure and increase selling pressure. On the positive side, Adler notes that a sustained recovery above $72,000, coupled with a return of the MVRV Z-Score to its long-term average of 1.69, could signal the start of a significant recovery phase. Both analysts emphasize that Bitcoin remains at a critical juncture with key support levels to watch.

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Two Expert Analysts Warn and Reveal Critical Levels to Defend to Prevent a New Bitcoin Drop!

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RIP: Atlas, Which Lived Only 292 Days

On August 9, 2026, OpenAI discontinued its standalone AI browser, Atlas, just 292 days after its launch on October 21, 2025. Initially positioned as a challenger to Chrome and the broader AI browser ecosystem, Atlas aimed to fundamentally redesign how users interact with browsers by deeply integrating ChatGPT. Its features included an AI-powered address bar, a sidebar for webpage analysis, Browser Memories for context retention, and an Agent Mode to automate multi-step tasks like shopping and research. Despite building on Chromium with a custom OWL (OpenAI Web Layer) framework, OpenAI struggled with the immense complexity of maintaining a full-fledged browser. The team spent significant time addressing basic functionalities—password managers, extensions, input methods—that mainstream browsers already handled seamlessly. Atlas's core AI agent capabilities also faced issues with reliability, speed, and security vulnerabilities like prompt injection. Furthermore, Atlas was limited to Apple Silicon Macs, failing to release promised Windows, iOS, and Android versions. This, coupled with the high switching cost for users entrenched in Chrome or Edge's ecosystems, hindered its adoption. By mid-2026, updates slowed, and OpenAI announced its shutdown, opting to integrate Atlas's AI explorations into the ChatGPT desktop app and browser extensions instead. The article contrasts two AI browser development paths: standalone products like Atlas, Perplexity's Comet, and Dia, which redesign the browser around AI but face user migration barriers; and the approach of incumbents like Chrome and Edge, which add AI features atop existing, widely-used platforms. The key question remains whether users need a completely new "AI browser" or simply AI capabilities within their current browser. While Atlas's experiment ended, the broader trend of AI integration into browsing continues.

marsbit9h ago

RIP: Atlas, Which Lived Only 292 Days

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SHIB Burn Rate Increases by 439% Following Destruction of 10 Million Tokens

Over the past 24 hours, 10.68 million SHIB tokens were burned, causing the daily burn rate to surge by 439.79%. This adds to over 173 million tokens burned in the past week and more than 3.36 billion over the last 30 days, with the monthly burn rate increasing by over 2,811%. The total burned SHIB now exceeds 410.84 trillion across 21,502 transactions. Despite most cryptocurrencies showing modest gains last week, SHIB's price fell by 1.26% in 24 hours and 7.38% over the week. Market participants are watching for a potential upward trend, as the U.S. Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady again in August. A key market indicator is the sharp decline in Tether's (USDT) market capitalization, which has dropped by nearly $4 billion over 60 days, approaching historical lows. Since stablecoins like USDT are a primary source of liquidity, such deep drawdowns have historically signaled that seller pressure may be nearing exhaustion rather than intensifying further.

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SHIB Burn Rate Increases by 439% Following Destruction of 10 Million Tokens

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