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Ethereum developers are narrowing the scope of Hegotá, the network upgrade planned for 2027, as client teams weigh competing proposals covering censorship resistance, account abstraction, privacy, gas pricing and validator economics.

Summary

FOCIL is currently Hegotá’s only scheduled EIP, while dozens of other proposals remain under review.
Execution client teams must submit Hegotá proposal preference lists by September 10, core developers agreed.
Frame Transactions remain considered, with developers comparing EIP-8141 against EIP-8130 for Ethereum native account abstraction.
Ethereum’s official roadmap places Glamsterdam in Q4 2026, followed by Hegotá sometime during 2027 currently.
EIP-8368 would recalibrate state-growth pricing if Ethereum raises its gas limit beyond existing reference levels.

Ethereum researcher Toni Wahrstätter said on Aug. 16 that 66 proposals were being considered across the broader Hegotá discussion.

That figure should not be read as 66 approved upgrade features. The official Hegotá Meta EIP currently lists FOCIL as the sole feature scheduled for inclusion, Frame Transactions as considered for inclusion, and dozens of other EIPs at earlier stages. Ethereum.org places Hegotá in 2027, after Glamsterdam in Q4 2026.

FOCIL is already Hegotá’s main scheduled feature
EIP-7805, known as Fork Choice enforced Inclusion Lists, is currently Hegotá’s only scheduled EIP. FOCIL lets a committee of validators publish transaction inclusion lists that block builders are expected to honor, with attesters refusing blocks that improperly omit eligible transactions. The design targets censorship resistance as block construction becomes more specialized.

As crypto.news previously reported, FOCIL is intended to strengthen Ethereum transaction inclusion when large builders control much of block production. It has also become part of Ethereum’s wider privacy roadmap because stronger inclusion guarantees can make it harder to censor privacy related transactions.

Frame Transactions face an August decision point
Native account abstraction remains less settled. EIP-8141 would introduce Frame Transactions, allowing transaction validation, execution and gas payment to be defined through programmable frames. Its stated goals include alternative signature schemes, key rotation, gas sponsorship and a path away from mandatory ECDSA authentication.

Wahrstätter argued that Frame Transactions “should join” FOCIL, alongside Keyed Nonces and Recent Roots, as part of a native privacy stack. That remains his position rather than a core developer decision. At the Aug. 13 All Core Developers Execution call, teams agreed to compare EIP-8141 with EIP-8130 at an Aug. 25 breakout, with a decision targeted for the Aug. 27 ACDE meeting.

Ethereum's next year's upgrade, Hegotá, is being scoped right now.

66 proposals are on the table and over the next few core dev calls, this list will be narrowed down to the EIPs that get implementations, devnets, testnets, and a realistic chance of shipping in 2027. What…

— Toni Wahrstätter ⟠ (@nero_eth) August 16, 2026

As crypto.news reported, Ethereum’s account abstraction roadmap is increasingly tied to privacy. EIP-8250 and EIP-8272 are already listed among Hegotá proposals, but neither is scheduled for inclusion yet.

Gas repricing proposals target further Layer 1 scaling
Several candidates focus on making larger blocks safer. EIP-8131 would impose a uniform transaction content floor of 64 gas per user controlled byte. EIP-8279 would extend similar accounting to Block Access List data, closing a route through which blocks could become larger than intended as Ethereum raises its gas limit.

EIP-8368 goes further by proposing to recalibrate state creation pricing as the block gas limit rises beyond the reference level used by Glamsterdam. The draft still contains unspecified parameters, but developers said during ACDE #243 that the work is aimed at preparing for a possible path toward 600 million gas. Glamsterdam itself is currently targeting a 200 million gas limit.

In related coverage, Glamsterdam is already testing major Layer 1 scaling changes, including block level access lists and extensive gas repricing.

What happens next for Hegotá
Core developers said the Hegotá proposed for inclusion list should be finalized by late August. Proposals without an active champion can be removed from consideration, while execution client teams must submit ranked preference lists by Sept. 10.

Other ideas remain under debate, including eight second slots under EIP-8198, anti correlation validator penalties under EIP-7716, post quantum cryptography and proposed changes to ETH issuance. These are not confirmed Hegotá features. EIP-8198 remains a draft, while EIP-7716 is currently marked stagnant despite appearing on the Hegotá proposal list.

The next few developer calls will therefore determine which proposals move into implementations and devnets. Until those decisions are made, FOCIL remains the only Hegotá feature formally scheduled for inclusion.

Quick Overview

Table of Contents

Bitcoin maintains its position near $63,000, serving as the primary market indicator for digital assets
Ethereum dropped under $1,900, yet U.S. ETF products attracted $103.9 million in net inflows over one week
Solana expanded block capacity to 100 million compute units while hovering around $75
Chainlink approached $10 after announcing new partnerships and releasing its agent platform beta
Hyperliquid posted approximately 154% gains during the first six months of 2026

Cryptocurrency markets are experiencing turbulence, yet price declines often create opportunities for strategic investors. Five digital assets—Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Chainlink, and Hyperliquid—deserve attention in the current environment.

Bitcoin: The Industry Standard
Bitcoin continues to serve as the cornerstone of cryptocurrency investing. With the most extensive network infrastructure, unmatched brand awareness, and significant institutional support, it remains the dominant digital asset.

Bitcoin (BTC) Price
BTC currently hovers around $63,000. Market liquidity constraints and general uncertainty have contributed to price pressure, though this correction may present entry points for investors viewing Bitcoin as a long-term wealth preservation tool.

While Bitcoin may not deliver the dramatic gains seen in smaller-cap projects, it presents significantly lower project-specific risks, solidifying its role as the standard against which all cryptocurrencies are evaluated.

Ethereum: Sustained Institutional Appetite
Ethereum serves as the backbone for decentralized finance protocols, stablecoin infrastructure, asset tokenization, NFT marketplaces, and countless decentralized applications. It maintains its position as the leading smart contract platform globally.

ETH slipped beneath $1,900 during recent market volatility. However, institutional interest proved resilient. U.S.-based Ethereum ETF products recorded $103.9 million in net inflows for the week concluded July 24, topping all cryptocurrency ETF products during that timeframe.

The convergence of robust developer engagement, powerful network effects, and growing institutional participation positions Ethereum as a priority holding for long-term portfolios.

Solana: Speed, Efficiency, and Momentum
Solana presents a direct alternative to Ethereum, particularly for applications requiring high throughput and minimal transaction costs. The platform recently upgraded its block capacity to accommodate 100 million compute units.

The ecosystem continues expanding across payment solutions, tokenized real-world assets, and interoperability protocols. SOL traded around $75 in mid-August, considerably below previous all-time highs.

This disparity between current valuations and historical peaks may represent an entry opportunity for investors confident in the platform’s continued development trajectory.

Chainlink: Critical Infrastructure Investment
Chainlink provides essential connectivity between blockchain networks and external data sources while facilitating cross-chain asset transfers. It functions as fundamental infrastructure supporting the emerging tokenization ecosystem.

LINK surged toward $10 in mid-August following announcements of additional CCIP integrations and the beta release of Chainlink for Agents. These milestones demonstrate ongoing platform evolution and expansion.

Should tokenized assets achieve widespread adoption in traditional finance, Chainlink is well-positioned to capture value as a critical infrastructure provider supporting this transformation.

Hyperliquid: Aggressive Growth with Elevated Risk
Hyperliquid represents the highest-risk proposition in this selection. The decentralized perpetual futures exchange has experienced rapid expansion, with HYPE appreciating approximately 154% during the first half of 2026.

Such performance establishes elevated expectations going forward. Planned token unlock schedules and regulatory ambiguity introduce risks requiring careful consideration.

Nevertheless, Hyperliquid demonstrates that decentralized trading infrastructure can effectively challenge centralized exchange dominance in the cryptocurrency derivatives market.

Ethereum traded near $1,878.72 this week after recording its narrowest trading range of 2026. Buyers repeatedly supported the price at $1,855, while sellers limited rallies above $1,930, pushing the symmetrical triangle pattern closer to a decisive point. After five consecutive weeks of inflows, spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds saw a $2.26 million net outflow, reflecting the first weekly redemptions since the steady run began.

Ethereum approaches breakout zoneETH hovered around its 20-day exponential moving average of $1,882.14, which tracks its short-term momentum. Securing a daily close above this level would improve the short-term outlook, but more significant resistance levels sit at $1,918 and $1,920, where both the 100-day moving average and the Parabolic SAR converge.

A confirmed breakout above this zone could target the upper boundary of the triangle near $1,960, with the $2,000 level soon coming into focus. If bullish momentum continues, the 200-day moving average near $2,129 may provide another upside target.

Support for ETH price appears at the 50-day average around $1,864. Below that, Fibonacci marks at $1,837 and the triangle’s floor near $1,800 offer further downside protection. Dropping below $1,864 could signal technical weakness and expose ETH to lower levels.

Intraday attempts to rally above $1,930 were repeatedly turned back, while buyers remained active near $1,855. Analysts have emphasized the importance of a closing breakout to validate either the bullish or bearish price targets.

Blockchain analytics platform Glassnode reported that Ethereum sell pressure dropped below levels seen during the 2022 bear-market low. Despite this, analysts stress that exhaustion in selling does not guarantee a bottom, as further volatility remains possible.

Institutional flows shift, BitMine adds pressureSpot Ethereum ETFs collectively posted a $2.26 million outflow for the week ending August 14, ending five weeks of positive inflows that had attracted a total of $566.12 million. Cumulative inflows for these ETFs now stand at $11.45 billion, with $10.52 billion in net assets. Although one week of outflows marks only a minor reversal, continued redemptions could pressure the sector, especially with Ethereum prices trading near a key technical breakout area.

During the same period, ETH netflows on spot exchanges reached negative $3.48 million, with more coins being withdrawn than deposited. This trend typically signals supply tightening and investor confidence. Derivatives markets showed a 12.04% jump in trading volumes to $26.12 billion, but open interest fell 1.37% to $25.44 billion as traders trimmed directional bets, suggesting cautious positioning.

Glassnode data highlighted that Ethereum sell pressure has reached its lowest level on record, falling even below the lows of the 2022 market downturn. While this indicates possible seller fatigue, it does not necessarily guarantee an immediate reversal or firm price floor, as market stress can continue.

Liquidations over 24 hours summed to $10.60 million, with long positions accounting for $7.39 million. Short positions made up $3.20 million, showing that buyers were exposed to more forced closures, reflecting compressed price action and uncertainty in direction.

Broader macroeconomic factors, including interest-rate policies, continue to weigh on digital asset prices. Shifting financial conditions could either support a recovery or trigger further declines in speculative markets.

Institutional interest remains a critical driver. BitMine reported it now holds 5.81 million ETH, representing 4.8% of the total Ethereum supply, with a goal of increasing holdings to 5%. The company has also staked 5.07 million ETH, about $11.6 billion in total value. Chairman Tom Lee provided a long-term forecast for ETH at $22,000, citing growth in stablecoins, tokenization, decentralized applications, and growing institutional participation, though this projection remains above current technical targets.

With technical signals pointing toward a contracting triangle and traders closely watching resistance levels, many market participants are moving toward smarter portfolio tracking. In a market where a single Fed decision or a sudden altcoin listing can change the atmosphere in seconds, switching between multiple applications for charts, news, and portfolio data creates friction and can lead to costly delays. Smart investors are adopting privacy-first solutions like CryptoAppsy to bring live charts, price alerts, coin-specific news, and macroeconomic data onto one dashboard—no sign-up required, streamlining market monitoring for volatile moves.

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Institutional demand across the crypto market has weakened, leaving investors hesitant and exchange-traded fund flows under pressure.

Despite these conditions, more ETF products are preparing to enter the market.

The SEC reported that Cboe BZX Exchange had filed a proposed rule change covering two Volatility Shares funds. These products included a 3x Bitcoin ETF and a 3x Ether ETF.

Could 3x Bitcoin and Ether ETFs launch? According to the SEC filing, Cboe BZX Exchange sought approval to list several leveraged commodity-based funds.

The proposed lineup included 3x Bitcoin and Ether ETFs. It also covered products tracking gold, silver, and crude oil. If approved, the crypto funds could become America’s first triple-leveraged Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.

Both funds would primarily use CME Bitcoin and Ethereum futures. They would target three times their assets’ daily performance.

However, that leverage would reset daily. Returns over longer periods may differ significantly from three times the assets’ cumulative performance.

Source: SEC.gov The funds would operate as commodity pools under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s framework.

Even so, Cboe’s proposed listing rule change still required SEC approval. Volatility Shares LLC would sponsor the funds, which would become a series of the VS Trust.

For Volatility Shares, leveraged crypto ETFs were familiar territory. The company already offered 2x Bitcoin and Ether ETFs.

Can 3x crypto ETFs revive demand? Cboe’s filing arrived as Bitcoin ETF demand weakened and selling pressure intensified. According to SoSoValue, Bitcoin Spot ETFs recorded three consecutive days of Net Outflows.

Source: SoSoValue In fact, Whale Insider reported $389.7 million in weekly Bitcoin ETF selling.

On the 14th of August, Bitwise’s BITB recorded $6 million in Net Inflows. However, total Bitcoin ETF Net Outflows reached $57 million. Ethereum [ETH] ETF flows painted a different picture. These funds recorded Net Inflows during two of the previous three days.

Source: SoSoValue Ethereum ETFs attracted $14 million in combined Net Inflows during that period. Still, earlier Net Outflows outweighed those recent additions.

Overall, Bitcoin [BTC] and Ethereum ETF flows remained under pressure. The filing introduced more leverage into the market. Whether investors currently want more exposure remains the bigger question.

Final Summary Cboe filed to list Volatility Shares’ proposed 3x Bitcoin and Ether ETFs. The funds would target three times Bitcoin’s and Ether’s daily performance through CME futures. Bitcoin Spot ETFs recorded three consecutive days of Net Outflows.

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Key Highlights

Ethereum continues hovering around $1,875, repeatedly rejected at the $1,900 resistance barrier
The 14-day RSI reads 49.72, indicating neutral momentum with minimal directional strength
Open interest plummeted to its lowest point since early May before staging a modest rebound
Spot Ethereum ETFs in the United States attracted $245 million during five straight weeks of positive flows
Critical support level established at $1,850; losing this floor could trigger a decline to $1,700

Ethereum currently sits around the $1,875 mark following repeated rejections by sellers whenever attempts were made to push beyond $1,900. Earlier this week, ETH momentarily climbed to $1,920 before retreating into its established trading corridor.

[[IMG_4]]Ethereum (ETH) Price
Market participants on the buy side have successfully protected the $1,850 threshold, yet each recovery attempt encounters strong selling resistance around $1,900 and $1,920. Throughout most of August, the price action has remained confined within a tight range.

Examining the daily timeframe reveals ETH positioned beneath its 20-day moving average at $1,881 and the 50-day moving average at $1,893. These technical indicators now function as overhead resistance precisely where recent rally attempts have stalled.

The 14-day Relative Strength Index registers at 49.72, marginally beneath the neutral midpoint of 50. The Chaikin Money Flow indicator shows -0.01, suggesting an equilibrium between buying and selling forces with a marginal tilt toward distribution.

Institutional Demand Persists While Price Remains Stagnant
During the week spanning August 3 through August 7, United States-based spot Ethereum ETFs captured $245 million in net capital inflows, extending the streak to five consecutive weeks of positive movement. BlackRock’s ETHA dominated with $203 million in contributions, complemented by Fidelity’s FETH bringing in $24.2 million. Meanwhile, Grayscale’s ETHE experienced $4.8 million in withdrawals throughout the identical timeframe.

📈UPDATE: The Bitcoin ETFs saw another weekly net outflow of $389.7M while ETH saw a weekly net inflow of $6.7M pic.twitter.com/4QQ7PH1tlq

— Mister Crypto (@misterrcrypto) August 15, 2026

Notwithstanding this consistent institutional appetite, ETH has failed to penetrate the $1,900–$1,950 resistance barrier.

Market analyst Daan Crypto Trades observed that ETH remains trapped within the $1,750 to $2,100 corridor — boundaries that have served as significant support and resistance throughout the previous two years. He highlighted $2,100 as the crucial level requiring attention, characterizing the reclamation of $1,750 as the initial indication of bullish momentum, with $2,100 representing the ultimate confirmation.

$ETH Now caught between the $1750 and $2100 levels.

Both have acted as strong support & resistance levels over the past 2 years.

ETH seems kind of in the middle of nowhere here. The big trend is obviously still down. Now the question is whether it can push higher and attempt a… pic.twitter.com/UlQwyXExjn

— Daan Crypto Trades (@DaanCrypto) August 14, 2026

Digital asset analyst Ted Pillows identified $1,850 as an “essential hold level” for ETH to maintain its current positioning. He projects the initial upside objective at $1,955, subsequently targeting $2,050 and $2,190. Should $1,850 fail to hold, he cautioned, the path could open toward $1,700.

Significant Liquidation Zones Positioned Nearby
CoinGlass’s one-week liquidation heatmap reveals the densest upside liquidity pools concentrated around $1,940–$1,950, accompanied by another grouping near $1,925. Below current levels, liquidity concentrations emerge around $1,855–$1,860 and $1,835–$1,845.

Ethereum open interest declined to 13.3 million ETH on Thursday, marking the lowest reading since early May, before bouncing back to 13.9 million on Friday. Funding rates maintained positive territory at approximately 0.0044%, indicating a modest long-side preference despite diminished overall market engagement.

Throughout the preceding 24 hours, ETH witnessed $26.9 million in total liquidations, with long positions accounting for $21.1 million of that figure.

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Ethereum continues to consolidate around $1,875, encountering persistent selling pressure each time the price attempts to break above the $1,900 barrier. Brief rallies, such as earlier this week when ETH approached $1,920, have consistently faded, returning the asset to its established trading range.

Key resistance and technical signalsBuyers have repeatedly defended the $1,850 support level, but the market has been unable to sustain momentum beyond $1,900 or reach further highs near $1,920. For much of the month, Ethereum has remained locked in a tight corridor, with price recoveries stalling against overhead resistance.

Analysis of the daily chart places ETH below its 20-day moving average at $1,881 and its 50-day moving average at $1,893, with these levels now acting as resistance points where recent upswings have stalled. The 14-day Relative Strength Index is currently 49.72, suggesting a neutral market structure with neither side holding a decisive advantage. Additionally, the Chaikin Money Flow indicator sits at -0.01, reflecting a near balance between buyers and sellers, though with a slight tilt towards distribution.

While the focus often remains on crypto-native activity, a broader transformation is underway as Wall Street increasingly adopts Web3 models. Through the use of platforms like 1stepSwap, investors can now hold shares of leading U.S. companies alongside gold and silver directly in their crypto wallets. This shift leverages tokenized Real-World Assets and algorithms designed to secure the best available market prices instantly, thereby reducing reliance on traditional financial intermediaries.

ETF inflows amid stagnant price actionDespite the sideways price movement, institutional demand for Ethereum has continued, particularly via U.S. spot ETH exchange-traded funds. Between August 3 and August 7, these ETFs attracted $245 million in net inflows, marking five straight weeks of positive momentum. Of this, BlackRock’s ETHA accounted for $203 million, while Fidelity’s FETH saw inflows of $24.2 million. In contrast, Grayscale’s ETHE recorded net withdrawals of $4.8 million during the same period.

Spot Ethereum ETFs in the U.S. drew $245 million in net inflows over five consecutive weeks, with BlackRock’s ETHA and Fidelity’s FETH contributing the majority of the latest capital, even as Grayscale’s ETHE continued to see net redemptions.

Despite this robust institutional activity, Ethereum’s price remains pinned below resistance at $1,900 and $1,950, unable to break higher as buyers struggle to shift the short-term sentiment.

Crypto market analyst Daan Crypto Trades pointed to a broader price range between $1,750 and $2,100, noting that these boundaries have governed Ethereum’s trend for the past two years. He stressed that regaining $1,750 would be an early signal of bullish momentum, whereas surmounting $2,100 would likely confirm a breakout.

ETH is currently caught between $1,750 and $2,100, with both levels proving to be major zones of support and resistance over the last two years.

Analyst Ted Pillows highlighted $1,850 as a critical level for ETH. If Ethereum fails to hold above this threshold, he sees the next potential move leading down to $1,700. Should the support hold, Pillows targets $1,955 as the first significant upside objective, then $2,050, followed by $2,190.

Liquidation zones and open interestCoinGlass’s latest liquidation heatmap indicates the largest pools of upside liquidity cluster around $1,940 to $1,950, with additional groups near $1,925. On the downside, notable concentrations sit at $1,855 to $1,860 and $1,835 to $1,845.

Ethereum open interest briefly dropped to 13.3 million ETH on Thursday, the lowest seen since early May, but recovered to 13.9 million by Friday. Funding rates have held just above zero, implying a mild preference for long positions, even as overall market activity has diminished.

Over the past 24 hours, total liquidations in ETH reached $26.9 million, with roughly $21.1 million stemming from long positions.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware that cryptocurrencies carry high volatility and therefore risk, and should conduct their own research.

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Ondo Finance (ONDO) is currently consolidating around key support levels, with buyers maintaining a strong presence, raising expectations for a potential bullish breakout. The platform continues to enhance its multi-chain real-world asset (RWA) ecosystem, which has attracted increased attention from both institutional and retail investors.

ONDO price holds support amid market volatilityONDO is trading at $0.3266, reflecting a 2.63% decrease in the past 24 hours. The 24-hour trading volume has reached $63.11 million, and the token’s market capitalization stands at $1.59 billion. Despite the recent losses, analysts observe that the current price structure, combined with growing total value locked (TVL), indicates the potential for an upcoming bullish reversal.

Crypto analyst MikyBullCrypto highlighted that the token has entered a consolidation phase after recent market moves. During this time, buyers and sellers are contending for control, leading to narrowing price action. This period often precedes major directional shifts, suggesting that ONDO could soon experience a significant breakout if buyers manage to defend support and momentum builds.

Improving momentum from persistent support could set the stage for a breakout above resistance. If such a move is realized, ONDO may target the $0.50 level as the next upside objective.

Market watchers are monitoring whether increased buying activity can drive the token through resistance zones, which may activate heightened trading interest and further price appreciation.

Expansion in multi-chain RWA ecosystemData from MSB Intel shows that Ondo Finance has broadened its footprint across the DeFi and real-world asset markets with $3.48 billion total value locked on eleven blockchains. Ethereum remains the leading network for Ondo, accounting for $1.88 billion of the platform’s TVL—more than half the total value locked.

The growth in multi-chain deployment underlines robust demand for blockchain-based access to traditional financial products. By operating across 11 different blockchains, Ondo is positioned to increase its reach and tap into larger liquidity pools, enhancing its RWA ecosystem. Further expansion and network investments may strengthen Ondo’s position in the market.

In fast-moving conditions, where a single Federal Reserve decision or a new altcoin listing can shift the landscape instantly, traders are seeking more efficient tools to keep up. Many are consolidating their trading activities using privacy-first solutions like CryptoAppsy, which allow access to real-time charts, tailored news, portfolio tracking, and macroeconomic indicators all on one platform—without the need to create an account.

This integrated approach lets investors monitor price action, news, and portfolio updates efficiently, potentially reducing missed opportunities in a volatile environment.

Near-term prospects depend on breakout confirmationONDO’s short-term performance hinges on buyers’ ability to defend its current support level and push through resistance. Despite bullish predictions and increasing TVL, the token remains in a downward trend, mirroring broader crypto market conditions where Bitcoin is trading sideways.

A confirmed breakout, supported by rising trading volume, is seen as a key driver that could help propel ONDO towards the $0.50 mark. Continued ecosystem growth and network expansions could support long-term prospects for Ondo Finance as the RWA sector matures.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware that cryptocurrencies carry high volatility and therefore risk, and should conduct their own research.

JPMorgan Chase has terminated its banking relationship with Polymarket over regulatory concerns.

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Hashcash creator and Blockstream CEO Adam Back has publicly backed Ethereum's cryptographic course correction, saying the industry should have abandoned experimental algorithms in favor of time-tested security standards long ago.

His statement came as a reply to Ethereum Foundation researcher Justin Drake, who announced that the platform was completely shutting down its project to integrate the specialized Poseidon hash function. 

After eight years of work and substantial investment, Ethereum is returning to conventional SHA or BLAKE2s standards at Layer 1.

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Why Ethereum cryptography pivot proves Adam Back rightCommenting on Drake's post, Back said he had never trusted custom ZK-optimized algorithms because they had not been sufficiently studied by the global community. "Never liked prover-friendly hashes anyway," Back stated directly, adding that this approach always produces "an under-reviewed quirky hash." 

The Blockstream CEO emphasized that he has always followed the principle of maximum reliability in his own work. "Personally, even pre-general provers, I preferred to pay the higher proving cost of standard hash algorithms," he concluded, choosing higher computational costs over the risk of using immature code.

For my money even before the more general provers, I preferred to pay the cost of proving the standard hash algorithms.

— Adam Back (@adam3us) August 14, 2026 Until recently, conventional cryptography was considered too computationally demanding for zero-knowledge systems, forcing developers to create custom solutions such as Poseidon.

However, Back's conservative position has now received technical validation following recent breakthroughs in binary-field mathematics.

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The development of the Binius proof system in 2023 and Flook in 2024 made it possible to process up to one million conventional hashes per second with minimal overhead on an ordinary laptop. This deprived Poseidon of its technical rationale, forcing Ethereum to write off years of development costs and acknowledge that the conservative camp was right.

According to the Ethereum Foundation's approved timeline, the integration of updated post-quantum protection will begin with the launch of the LeanVM virtual machine in 2027 and will be fully completed at the network's base layer by 2028.

The Ethereum Foundation has decided to move away from the Poseidon hash function in its plans for a future base-layer design, with the shift confirmed by core researcher Justin Drake on August 13, 2026.

Advances in Binary-Field Proof Systems Change CalculusJustin Drake explained that recent breakthroughs in proof systems operating over binary fields have changed the balance between traditional hash functions, such as SHA-2 and BLAKE, and specialized SNARK-friendly hashes like Poseidon. These improvements now allow standard hash functions to achieve performance comparable to Poseidon within zero-knowledge SNARK proofs.

Poseidon, launched in 2019, was especially designed to be efficient inside SNARK (Succinct Non-interactive ARguments of Knowledge) proofs and rapidly became Ethereum’s default SNARK-friendly hash. However, advances led by Binius research, notably from Benjamin Diamond and Jim Posen, as well as the more recent Flock development, have contributed to these new efficiencies in binary-field SNARKs.

Drake estimated that new systems such as Binius and Flock can process roughly 1 million conventional hash computations per second on a standard laptop, with a speed around 100 times slower than native CPU hashing but still practical for SNARK purposes.

Mini dictionary: Poseidon is a cryptographic hash function optimized for zero-knowledge proof systems like SNARKs, offering efficient computation within those contexts. In contrast, SHA-2 and BLAKE are widely adopted standard hash functions considered secure under established cryptographic assumptions.

Drake pointed to research efforts such as Binius and Flock for creating new possibilities, saying they have shifted the trade-off between specialized and traditional hash functions for SNARKs. The result is that “newer binary-field proof systems can efficiently handle the kinds of operations that established hash functions perform.”

In effect, the proposed update would make established hashes such as SHA-2 and BLAKE more viable for Ethereum’s future cryptographic foundations, lessening the need for a specialized function like Poseidon in new base-layer designs.

Connection to Ethereum’s Post-Quantum StrategyDrake linked the hash function decision to Ethereum’s broader post-quantum security strategy. He argued that the project should continue to rely on well-established cryptographic principles and adopt a cautious stance regarding novel approaches. He drew attention to previous difficulties with innovative schemes such as HAWK, a lattice-based signature protocol, and SQIsign, which is based on isogeny theory, both of which have faced recent setbacks.

This conservative approach forms part of Ethereum’s long-term plans to keep its cryptographic systems resilient in the era of quantum computation. Ensuring that cryptographic assumptions remain strong is a key focus as the network prepares for potential quantum threats in the future.

The move signals a commitment to established cryptographic methods, aligning Ethereum’s roadmap with its post-quantum ambitions and lessons learned from past protocol challenges.

Transition Timeline and Developer ImpactDrake clarified that the proposed change will not render Poseidon obsolete for current applications. There is no immediate requirement for existing developers to migrate, as the shift pertains only to upcoming base-layer designs.

The Ethereum Foundation targets 2027 for the launch of a production-grade leanVM, with targeted rollouts for consensus, data, and execution layers expected in 2028. The intention is to gradually transition toward a more robust and conventional cryptographic basis for the protocol’s next evolution.

MilestoneTarget DateleanVM production release2027Consensus layer rollout2028Data & execution layers rollout2028This planned architectural adjustment reflects Ethereum’s intent to update its foundational security while leveraging improved proof systems, ensuring long-term resilience without disrupting existing projects.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware that cryptocurrencies carry high volatility and therefore risk, and should conduct their own research.

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Is Wall Street taking advantage of crypto volatility to advance its pieces? In the second quarter of 2026, JPMorgan significantly increased its exposure to bitcoin and Ethereum, while reconnecting with XRP. The bank’s latest regulatory filings reveal $355.7 million invested in BlackRock’s IBIT Bitcoin ETF, as well as a 338% increase in its position on the Ethereum ETHA ETF. This move contrasts with recent capital outflows recorded by spot Bitcoin ETFs and reveals a striking gap between short-term turbulence and institutional choices.

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JPMorgan, the top American bank, has significantly strengthened its positions in Bitcoin (IBIT) and Ethereum (ETHA) ETFs in the second quarter of 2026.
The decrease in put options and the increase in call options confirm an optimistic investment strategy in the medium term.
JPMorgan re-exposed itself to Ripple by investing in two specialized funds and a SPAC linked to the project.
These quarterly accumulations contrast with the recent withdrawals suffered by ETFs, illustrating the difference between short-term nervousness and long-term institutional management.

The massive acceleration of JPMorgan’s positions on Bitcoin and Ethereum
On August 12, 2026, JPMorgan Chase & Co. filed a 13F-HR regulatory document with the SEC. Indeed, this document reveals the exact composition of the bank’s portfolio as of June 30, 2026. In this filing, the investment bank declared about 10.4 million shares of the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) issued by BlackRock. These shares represent a total market value of 355.7 million dollars.

Such a sum constitutes an exceptional quantitative leap compared to the first quarter when the bank declared nearly 8.3 million shares valued then at about 162 million dollars. Thus, this rise goes beyond the market’s leading crypto. JPMorgan’s position in BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) saw a dizzying 338% increase over the same period, totaling nearly 14.3 million dollars spread over nearly 1.17 million shares.

These crypto holdings remain a modest fraction compared to the bank’s entire declared portfolio, estimated at 1,807 billion dollars spread across 34,064 individual lines, but their growth rate far exceeds the average of its traditional equity investments. Observing the exact breakdown submitted through the 13F-HR filing to regulatory authorities for the end of Q2 2026, the precise allocation of the bank’s main crypto assets is as follows :

iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) : 10.4 million shares valued at 355.7 million dollars (compared to 162 million in Q1) ;
iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) : 1.17 million shares valued at 14.3 million dollars (up 338%) ;
Total declared institutional portfolio : 1,807 billion dollars spread over 34,064 positions.

Beyond direct holdings of spot ETF shares, the bank’s options portfolio structure shows a notably bullish shift. The quarterly report indicates that call options related to the IBIT fund rose from 3.77 million to 3.94 million contracts over the period. At the same time, put option volume contracted significantly, dropping from about 4.75 million to 3.5 million contracts. In Wall Street risk management jargon, a drop in the puts/calls ratio directly signifies a reduction of bearish hedges and reflects a much more constructive medium-term market sentiment.

These arbitrages confirm the analysis developed over recent JPMorgan research notes by strategists, according to which “institutional investors increasingly treat bitcoin as a direct competitor to gold in their strategic allocations”.

The calculated return of the American bank on the XRP ecosystem
The standout fact of this filing lies in JPMorgan’s discreet but calculated return to the XRP token of Ripple, marking a turn compared to the previous quarter. While the Q1 filing showed a complete exit from the Bitwise XRP ETF, where the bank had sold off its 3,870 shares down to zero, Q2 figures show a re-exposure split over three distinct vehicles. The bank accumulated 113 shares of the Bitwise XRP ETF valued at $1,356, as well as 181 shares of the Grayscale XRP Trust ETF representing $3,763.

Most importantly, the largest position takes the form of 19,894 shares in Armada Acquisition Corp II, a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) listed under ticker XRPN and tied to the Ripple ecosystem, valued at $207,295. Although these amounts remain extremely modest compared to the bank’s overall balance sheet, the shift from a full liquidation to a simultaneous subscription on three XRP-related instruments clearly indicates the asset management branch no longer excludes this asset from its diversification strategies.

It is important to maintain a very nuanced interpretation of these figures so as not to overstate the scale of committed capital. With just over $212,000 cumulative exposure on these three XRP-related vehicles, JPMorgan’s financial commitment remains minimal compared to the $355.7 million placed on bitcoin or the $14.3 million invested in Ethereum.

However, from an institutional analysis standpoint, the strategic decision to open three distinct lines simultaneously demonstrates that the bank’s investment committees approved the asset’s reintroduction after a period of total abstention. This move fits a context where several large North American banking institutions are gradually adjusting their evaluation frameworks regarding tokens with regulated exchange-traded vehicles.

A contrast with the daily capital outflows suffered by ETFs
This long-term accumulation strategy carried out by the top American bank starkly contrasts with current volatility and short-term arbitrage movements observed on the market. On August 13, 2026, just as the 13F filing data began to be integrated by the financial community, all US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net collective outflow of $61.16 million in a single session.

The outflow wave was driven by Fidelity’s FBTC fund, which suffered withdrawals of $46.82 million, while BlackRock’s IBIT ETF experienced a smaller drop of $14.34 million, unlike Ether ETFs which recorded a positive net inflow of $7.38 million at the same time. This sharp retreat on bitcoin extended an instability episode marked two days earlier, on August 11, by a massive disengagement of $144.67 million that ended a five-consecutive-session upward momentum.

This significant gap between JPMorgan’s quarterly accumulation and the daily capital withdrawals highlights the current duality of the crypto market. On one hand, daily ETF flows reflect the responsiveness of hedge funds, financial advisors, and retail investors adjusting their positions in line with economic releases and immediate price fluctuations. On the other, 13F filings submitted to the SEC reveal the underlying trajectory followed by the asset management of major banks, which leverage this same volatility to methodically build their positions over several quarters. This dissociation shows that ETF liquidity now serves as an absorption mechanism where short-term profit-taking feeds the gradual allocation of institutional balance sheets.

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In brief SharpLink will stake $200 million of Ether through Lido's liquid-staking protocol. The move is about 106,000 ETH, roughly 12% of the ~889,000 ETH SharpLink held as of early August. wstETH sits across more than 100 protocols with about $10 billion in active-use collateral, so SharpLink keeps earning yield while staying liquid. Miami-based digital asset treasury company SharpLink said Thursday it will stake $200 million of Ethereum through Lido, the largest liquid-staking protocol on Ethereum.

The tokens arrive as wrapped staked ETH (wstETH)—a receipt token representing staked ETH plus its rewards—and Anchorage Digital will hold them in custody.

Myriad: Ethereum next price move? Click the image to make your prediction."This is an exciting expansion in making our ETH even more productive, leveraging wstETH's composability while maintaining institutional-grade risk standards," said Joseph Chalom, Chief Executive Officer of SharpLink in a press release. "Adding a staking protocol of Lido's caliber deepens the diversification of our treasury strategy and gives us access to one of the most liquid and widely integrated assets in Ethereum DeFi. It reflects our commitment to working with the top Ethereum protocols."

The wrapped staking token wstETH lets SharpLink earn staking yield while staying liquid and using the position across DeFi. The underlying ETH keeps accruing rewards, and the wrapper can be posted as collateral or traded without unstaking. Lido runs a majority of all liquid-staked ETH, with roughly $16.5 billion staked through the protocol, per the announcement.

SharpLink is one of the world's largest corporate Ethereum holders, and staking has been the through-line of its 2026 strategy. The firm grew its stack past 880,000 ETH, worth roughly $1.68 billion, earlier this year. The Lido leg adds to an existing staking and restaking book rather than replacing it.

"I'm excited to see SharpLink increasing the use of Ethereum native staking protocols and the DeFi ecosystem. Being bullish ETH is being bullish on major Ethereum-based applications," said Vasiliy Shapovalov, Executive Director, Lido Labs Foundation.

The pitch to other treasuries is yield without idle capital. "We are seeing a clear shift in how institutions hold Ethereum, and SharpLink's allocation is a strong example," said Kean Gilbert, Head of Institutional Relations, Lido Institutional. "Treasuries want their ETH working for them without losing liquidity, and Lido has become the standard for doing it at scale. With wstETH, a holder of SharpLink's size can stake while keeping the flexibility its deployment strategy demands."

The move lands as ETH treasury firms crowd the market. Last year, Standard Chartered reported that treasury companies bought 1% of all ETH in two months and could push that to 10%, a bid that lifts spot demand for the very asset SharpLink is now putting to work. Tom Lee’s Bitmine, the largest Ethereum corporate treasury, holds about $11 billion worth of Ethereum with plans to eventually control at least 5% of ETH’s total supply.

SharpLink held 888,938 ETH as of August 3, 2026, per its second-quarter disclosure—so the Lido allocation is about 12% of the pile.

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Ethereum price today: $1,880Ethereum Net Taker Volume shows a mild dominance in short positioning over the past two weeks.Open interest declined earlier in the week despite positive funding rates.ETH's technical setup suggests a consolidating market, with price trapped in a tight band between EMAs’ support and resistance.​Ethereum (ETH) derivatives interest has been ranging sideways over the past week after a mild flip in seller dominance.

Derivatives sentiment stays weak as capital remains on sidelinesThe Net Taker Volume, which measures the difference between buying and selling volume of market orders in ETH perpetual contracts, moved slightly into negative territory since the beginning of August. But the difference across the past two weeks has been modest, indicating a closely fought battle for dominance between buyers and sellers.

Historically, a sustained flip toward the negative side in this metric has often caused a decline in prices, as evident in January and May.

ETH Net Taker Volume. Source: CryptoQuantFollowing the flip in the Net Taker Volume, Ethereum's open interest (OI) posted weak movements all through the week, easing toward 13.3M ETH on Thursday, its lowest level since early May, before jumping to 13.9M ETH on Friday. Open interest is the total worth of outstanding contracts in a derivatives market.

ETH Open Interest. Source: CoinglassDespite weak open interest moves, funding rates have remained positive, hovering near 0.0044% on Friday. Funding rates are periodic payments between perpetual futures traders that keep a contract anchored to its spot price. Positive readings imply longs pay shorts to maintain dominance, and negative readings imply the opposite.

The decline in OI earlier in the week, combined with a positive funding environment, shows reduced participation in ETH derivatives despite a tilt toward long-side expectations.

ETH Funding Rates. Source: CoinglassThe combined interpretation of the three data sets indicates that while immediate volume of ETH perpetual futures shows a mild dominance in short positioning, overall activity as captured in ETH open interest and funding rates indicates low market interest with a slight long bias.

Earlier reports show a similar trend in ETH spot on-chain data, where exchange reserves have been largely flat, coupled with modest retail distributions.

Meanwhile, US spot ETH exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw $6.72 million in net inflows on Thursday, marking a second consecutive day of mild flows after taking in $7.38 million on Wednesday, per SoSoValue data.

Ethereum technical outlook: ETH caught in tight EMA bandEthereum has recorded $26.9 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours, led by $21.1 million in long liquidations, per Coinglass data.

On the daily chart, ETH shows a neutral near‑term tone as it tests the 20- and 50‑day Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs) at $1,884 and $1,865, with the 100-day EMA cap continuing to limit the upside. This configuration suggests a consolidative market, with price caught in a tight band between nearby EMA support and resistance.

The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 51 and the Stochastic around 50 reinforce a balanced, range‑bound momentum profile rather than a decisive bullish or bearish push.

On the topside, immediate resistance emerges at the 100‑day EMA around $1,920. A sustained break above these levels would expose the next horizontal barrier at $1,961, followed by higher resistance zones at $2,172 and $2,431.

ETH/USDT daily chartOn the downside, initial support is provided by the 50‑day EMA at $1,865, with a deeper slide targeting the horizontal floor at $1,809, while more substantial demand could emerge at $1,701 and $1,507 if sellers regain control.

(The technical analysis of this story was written with the help of an AI tool. Know more.)

Citigroup, one of the world’s largest financial institutions, has expressed support for the Crypto CLARITY Act and called on the US Senate to advance the new digital asset regulation bill. The endorsement came as Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser emphasized the need for comprehensive legislation governing crypto markets in the United States.

Citigroup’s stance on the CLARITY ActJane Fraser voiced appreciation for current efforts to draft the Crypto CLARITY Act, while also noting that the bank continues to advocate for improvements in the legislation. Citigroup remains a major player in global banking and has increasingly engaged with digital asset markets in recent years.

Fraser stressed the importance of moving forward with the bill, even as discussions about potential amendments persist. “We’re not giving up on pushing to get some improvements made to the bill, but we would like to see a good bill go through. I think it would be excellent for the system,” Fraser stated during an interview with Fox Business.

“We’re not giving up on pushing to get some improvements made to the bill, but we would like to see a good bill go through. I think it would be excellent for the system.”

Citigroup has previously noted that regulatory progress in digital assets could help drive institutional adoption. The bank regards legislative clarity as a potential turning point for both compliance and market participation by large investors.

Market context and legislative aimsThe call for regulatory clarity comes after a difficult period for cryptocurrencies, with the global market capitalization falling by over $2 trillion in the past year. Supporters of the CLARITY Act believe the new legal framework could pave the way for a more stable and trusted crypto sector, contributing to market recovery.

The Crypto CLARITY Act is designed to establish defined rules for digital assets in the US. Its primary goals are to provide regulatory certainty, encourage institutional engagement, and strengthen investor protection.

If enacted, the legislation could help address common concerns about scams and security vulnerabilities that persist in the crypto industry. The promise of greater safeguards may help attract new participants to the market while reassuring existing investors.

Mini dictionary: Crypto CLARITY Act, proposed US legislation aimed at improving regulatory oversight and investor protection in digital asset markets. The act seeks to create clearer legal distinctions for crypto asset classes and establish consistent rules for their use and trading.

Citigroup’s recent outlook on the crypto marketWhile supporting stronger legislation, Citi recently adopted a more cautious view towards digital asset performance. On July 1, the bank reduced its 12-month price target for Bitcoin from $112,000 to $82,000. Citigroup also adjusted its projection for Ethereum, lowering it from $3,175 to $2,240.

AssetPrevious 12-Month TargetNew 12-Month TargetBitcoin$112,000$82,000Ethereum$3,175$2,240Jane Fraser’s positive remarks on the proposed crypto bill follow these cautious adjustments, reflecting Citigroup’s dual approach of backing regulatory clarity while remaining vigilant about sector volatility.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware that cryptocurrencies carry high volatility and therefore risk, and should conduct their own research.

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15 August 2026 | 00:25 Cboe BZX has asked the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to approve two funds targeting three times the daily performance of Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Key Takeaways The proposed funds would gain exposure through CME futures rather than holding Bitcoin or Ether directly. The 3x target resets after each session, so returns over longer periods could differ sharply from three times the underlying move. The SEC filing starts the review process; the products have not been approved and have no confirmed launch date. If approved and launched, they would be the first U.S.-listed 3x ETFs tied to the two cryptocurrencies. Volatility Shares would sponsor both products as part of a six-fund proposal that also covers gold, silver, crude oil and natural gas.

The SEC notice, published on August 14, follows Cboe’s submission of the proposed rule change four days earlier. It opens a regulatory review rather than authorizing the funds to begin trading.

Why Cboe Needs Separate SEC Approval Cboe wants to list the products as Commodity-Based Trust Shares under BZX Rule 14.11(e)(4).

The exchange already has generic standards that allow qualifying commodity products to list without an individual rule filing. Those standards, however, prohibit funds designed to deliver a specified multiple of a benchmark.

The proposed Bitcoin and Ethereum funds fall outside that framework because each would seek 3x the daily return of its futures benchmark. Cboe is therefore asking the SEC to approve an exception for these specific products through the 19b-4 process.

How the Proposed 3x ETFs Function

Structure

CME Futures

Holds Bitcoin & Ether futures instead of spot crypto.

3x Daily Target

Seeks triple the daily return of its benchmark.

Reset

Session Reset

Target resets daily, causing compounding over time.

Status

Under Review

Requires SEC approval and effective registration.

Both would operate as commodity pools overseen by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Neither would be registered as an investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940.

The Funds Would Use Futures, Not Hold Crypto The Bitcoin fund would primarily invest in first- and second-month Bitcoin futures traded on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. The Ether fund would use the equivalent CME Ether contracts, with cash and cash equivalents held as collateral.

Each benchmark would move from the contract approaching expiration into the following contract over five business days. Around 20% of the expiring position would be rolled each day.

If the main contracts become unavailable because of position limits, margin requirements or restrictions imposed by futures brokers, the funds could use later-dated futures, crypto-linked ETFs and ETPs, or listed options.

Their performance would therefore depend on more than the direction of the spot market. Futures pricing, contract rolls, trading costs and the fund’s ability to maintain its target exposure would all affect returns.

The underlying asset alone no longer explains how many crypto funds behave. Our recent examination of Bitcoin and Ether income ETFs showed how options can reshape a fund’s upside, downside and distributions. The proposed Cboe products would alter the payoff in another way by adding daily futures leverage.

The 3x Target Lasts for One Trading Day If the relevant futures benchmark rises 5% in a session, the fund would seek a gain of approximately 15% before fees and expenses. A 5% decline would imply a targeted loss of roughly 15%.

That relationship starts again the next day.

Consider a benchmark that gains 10% and then falls approximately 9.09%, returning to its starting value. A 3x daily fund would first rise 30% and then lose about 27.27% from its new value. It would finish the two-day period approximately 5.45% lower even though the benchmark ended flat.

This is a consequence of daily compounding, not necessarily a failure to track the benchmark. Persistent moves in one direction can help performance, while repeated reversals can erode the fund’s value.

These products would not provide three times Bitcoin’s or Ether’s return over any period an investor chooses. They would be short-horizon trading instruments that require the position to be monitored from one session to the next.

Cboe argues that the funds can be supervised effectively because their main futures contracts trade on a CFTC-regulated market covered by surveillance-sharing arrangements.

Net asset value would be calculated daily, while an intraday indicative value would be published every 15 seconds during regular trading hours. Cboe could halt trading if important pricing or portfolio information stopped being available.

Those measures address market surveillance and transparency. They do not reduce the losses, compounding effects or tracking differences that can come with 3x daily exposure.

SEC Review Begins, but No Launch Date Is Set The SEC generally has 45 days from publication of the notice in the Federal Register to approve or reject the rule change or begin a longer review. The initial period can be extended to as many as 90 days under the conditions set out in the filing.

An exchange decision is not the only step. The VS Trust must also have an effective registration statement before any shares can trade.

The current proposal does not provide tickers, expense ratios or a launch date. Until the listing and registration requirements are cleared, the funds remain proposals.

If they reach the market, investors holding them beyond a single session would need to follow daily compounding, futures rolls and fund expenses, not simply whether Bitcoin or Ether moved higher or lower.

Disclaimer: Leveraged ETFs seek a multiple of daily performance and can experience substantial losses over short periods. The proposed Bitcoin and Ether funds have not been approved or launched. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Author

Kosta has reported on cryptocurrency markets and blockchain infrastructure since 2020, bringing over six years of hands-on experience in the crypto industry built through daily tracking of markets, trends, and emerging blockchain developments. Specializing in Bitcoin on-chain analysis, institutional ETF flows, and digital asset price action, his work at Coindoo has been cited by other news agencies and consistently covers market developments with a focus on data-driven reporting across Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and XRP. Over the years, Kosta has contributed to multiple crypto media outlets in different regions, authoring over 6,000 articles across the sector. His reporting spans cryptocurrency markets and the broader fintech industry, tracking not only price action but also the technological and regulatory forces shaping the ecosystem. To support his analysis, Kosta actively leverages on-chain data and metrics from leading platforms such as Santiment, Glassnode, and CryptoQuant, enabling deeper, evidence-based market insights. He believes in the power of transparency and the data that underpins the blockchain ecosystem. His academic background in Marketing Management from Denmark further complements his analytical approach, adding a strong understanding of communication strategy and content positioning to his work.

Key Takeaways

Bitcoin holds $63,441 and Ethereum $1,884.70 on August 14, 2026, both slightly higher.

Dogecoin climbed 1.1 percent to $0.0701, while Chainlink led at $8.86 after a 2.5 percent gain.

Buyers asking which crypto to buy now can weigh live charts against a fixed presale rung.

Stage one sold out in full, and $BULLSKI stage 2 costs $0.000015 against a $0.0025 listing reference, on a capped 120 billion supply.

Anyone asking what crypto to buy now wants numbers, not noise. On August 14, 2026, Bitcoin sits at $63,441 and Ethereum at $1,884.70. Dogecoin rose 1.1 percent to $0.0701.

Chainlink gained 2.5 percent to $8.86. One name below has no chart at all, because today’s Bullski stage price comes from a ladder rather than from traders. Stage one sold out, so stage 2 now costs $0.000015.

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Green outweighed red across crypto on August 14, 2026. Total value reads $2.264 trillion and finished flat. Bitcoin dominance sits at 56.22 percent.

Meme coins gained 1.19 percent as a group, worth $25.13 billion. Chainlink led the larger names. Ravencoin at $0.002667 and Zilliqa at $0.002403 led the small caps, up 3.1 and 2.9 percent, on caps of $43.7 million and $46.9 million.

Nothing here looks like a mania, and entry prices are usually kindest in quiet weeks.

Definition: A presale sells tokens before they reach an exchange. Prices are set by the project one stage at a time, so the number does not drift with the market.

1. $BULLSKI at $0.000015 in Stage 2
Bullski sells through a 16-stage ladder built on Ethereum. Its opening rung cleared all 1,192,283,023 tokens at $0.00001 and closed. Stage 2 now costs $0.000015 per token, and stage 3 sits at $0.00002.

Each rung opens only after the one before it sells out. On August 15, 2026, 1,398,621,785 tokens remained in stage 2 out of a 1,400,000,000 allocation. Sales across the whole ladder reached 1,193,661,238 tokens.

Total supply stops at 120 billion tokens. Presale covers 40 percent of that. $BULLSKI is an ERC-20 token, so a standard Ethereum wallet holds it.

ETH, BNB and USDT all work as payment. Listing reference is $0.0025, printed before the sale opened.

2. Bitcoin at $63,441
Bitcoin edged up 0.1 percent today, worth $1.273 trillion. BTC recorded its high of $126,080 on October 6, 2025. Around 20.1 million coins are in circulation.

Dominance of 56.22 percent still shapes how the rest of the market trades. Bitcoin gives the steadiest base of the five here. It also needs the most new money to move, which caps quick gains.

3. Ethereum at $1,884.70
Ethereum added 0.4 percent, carrying a $227.5 billion market cap. ETH peaked at $4,946.05 on August 24, 2025, so plenty of ground remains above. Roughly 120.7 million coins circulate.

Two jobs put Ethereum on this list. It works as a core holding, and it hosts the presale contract. Anyone funding a wallet with ETH is already set up for both.

Coin

Price on Aug 14, 2026

Market cap

24h move

All-time high

How the price is set

$BULLSKI

$0.000015 at stage 2 (Aug 15)

Presale, 120 billion supply

Fixed until the rung sells out

None yet, $0.0025 listing reference

A 16-stage ladder published in advance

Bitcoin (BTC)

$63,441

$1.273T

+0.1%

$126,080 (Oct 6, 2025)

Open market, 56.22% dominance

Ethereum (ETH)

$1,884.70

$227.5B

+0.4%

$4,946.05 (Aug 24, 2025)

Open market order book

Dogecoin (DOGE)

$0.0701

$10.90B

+1.1%

$0.7316 (May 7, 2021)

Open market, supply keeps growing

Chainlink (LINK)

$8.86

$6.63B

+2.5%

$52.70 (May 9, 2021)

Open market order book

One column separates this list. Four of these prices came from buyers and sellers today. The fifth came from a published rung and holds until that rung sells out.

Shortlists of crypto coins to buy now usually mix both kinds.

4. Dogecoin at $0.0701, Up 1.1 Percent
Dogecoin rose 1.1 percent to $0.0701, giving DOGE a $10.90 billion market cap. It remains the largest meme coin by value. DOGE peaked at $0.7316 on May 7, 2021, so it trades roughly 90 percent lower.

Supply keeps growing by about 5 billion coins a year, which works against the price. Figures for the token appear on CoinGecko, checked on August 14, 2026.

Pro tip: Check supply before price. Dogecoin mints new coins every year, while the fixed $BULLSKI token supply stops at 120 billion and never grows.

5. Chainlink at $8.86, Up 2.5 Percent
Chainlink posted one of the strongest large-cap moves today, up 2.5 percent to $8.86. LINK carries a $6.63 billion market cap. Its record of $52.70 dates to May 9, 2021, far above today’s level.

Chainlink supplies outside data to smart contracts across many networks. Quiet news cycles can leave it flat for months, so patience is part of holding it.

Fun fact: Dogecoin launched in December 2013 as a joke built around a Shiba Inu meme. Twelve years later it still carries a $10.90 billion market cap.

Cheap Crypto to Buy Now and What Cheap Really Means
Low prices draw attention, and supply decides whether they matter. Dogecoin at $0.0701 already carries $10.90 billion in value. A rung at $0.000015 carries none yet, because the token has not listed.

Anyone screening for penny crypto to buy now should treat a traded coin and a presale rung as two different things. Market cap tells you what a token already costs the market. Read the supply line before comparing two small numbers.

Where Else Buyers Are Looking
Presale rounds draw steady interest when terms are public. Readers who want the background can start with our note on the opening of stage one. A wider view of the meme coins buyers are choosing now covers the traded side of the sector.

Shortlists of the best crypto presales to buy now keep growing, so published terms are the fastest filter.

Take a $BULLSKI Position on the Stage 2 Rung
Chainlink and Dogecoin both moved on the day. One name on this board did not, because its price answers to a sell-out counter rather than to a chart. That counter ran the opening rung down to zero, all 1,192,283,023 tokens of it at $0.00001, and the ladder stepped up.

Stage 2 held 1,398,621,785 tokens of 1,400,000,000 on August 15, 2026. When the last one there is gone, $0.00002 becomes the number, and this ladder never steps back down.

Take a stage 2 entry at $0.000015: fund an Ethereum wallet, load the official site, look at what the counter says, then take a $BULLSKI position now.

Questions Buyers Ask Before They Click Buy
Is Now a Good Time to Buy Crypto?
Today reads mildly green. Total value sits at $2.264 trillion, flat over 24 hours, with meme coins up 1.19 percent. Quiet tape usually brings calmer entry prices than a rally does.

Size any buy to what you can leave alone, and check the live rung first.

Which Crypto to Buy Right Now?
Match the coin to the job. Lists of the top crypto to buy now usually pair one large anchor with a couple of smaller bets. Bitcoin at $63,441 anchors a portfolio.

Chainlink at $8.86 adds infrastructure. Dogecoin at $0.0701 adds meme exposure with a supply that keeps growing. $BULLSKI adds a fixed entry at $0.000015 with a $0.0025 listing reference.

What Is the Best Crypto to Buy Right Now?
Published terms make the strongest case. Bullski prints all 16 rungs, caps supply at 120 billion, locks liquidity at launch and vests team tokens. Its contract is verified on Etherscan, with an audit in process.

Read the live stage on the official site, then decide.

Can a Presale Price Change During the Day?
Only when the rung sells out. Prices move up the ladder, never down, and never on a clock. Stage 2 holds at $0.000015 until the last token in that rung is gone.

Every buyer sees the same figure on the site. Counters matter more than charts here.

For More Information
Website: Visit the official Bullski website at bullski.io

Telegram: Join the Bullski Telegram channel at t.me/BullskiCoinOfficial

X (Twitter): Follow Bullski on X at x.com/bullskicoin

Disclaimer: This is a Press Release provided by a third party who is responsible for the content. Please conduct your own research before taking any action based on the content.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) remains pinned near $63,000 even as U.S. stocks push to record highs, fueling the debate about whether crypto has already bottomed.

BTC Trapped, Bottom In Q4?In a podcast on Aug. 13, Crypto trader Trader Mayne highlighted Bitcoin has essentially been trapped in the same range since June and argued investors haven’t missed much even if the cycle bottom is already in.

“The bottom is a process,” Mayne said, pointing to previous cycles in which Bitcoin spent months establishing a base before eventually breaking higher.

He currently leans toward Bitcoin’s ultimate low not being in yet. Mayne noted that following the traditional four-year cycle would put a potential bottom around late Q4 or early 2027.

Rather than trying to perfectly time the low, Mayne favors gradually building exposure while keeping dry powder available for another decline.

The weakness is particularly notable because Bitcoin has failed to follow equities higher. Mayne warned that if stocks eventually correct, Bitcoin could face additional pressure despite barely participating in their rally.

Traders Are Watching Ethereum, Solana And XRPEthereum (CRYPTO: ETH) remains bearish on Mayne’s framework after its latest bounce failed to change the broader market structure.

He believes ETH needs a bullish market-structure break before he becomes interested in longs. Until then, lows around $1,750 remain vulnerable if Bitcoin rolls over.

The ETH/BTC pair has broken its downtrend line, but Mayne wants to see it take out previous highs before treating the move as a meaningful trend change.

Solana (CRYPTO: SOL), meanwhile, continues consolidating inside a weekly order block. Mayne sees there is little confirmation in either direction yet, although SOL has recovered more strongly from its June lows than Bitcoin.

For XRP (CRYPTO: XRP), Mayne remains focused on its aggressive downtrend.

The token failed to deliver the trendline breakout he previously wanted to see and instead printed another low. His next potential setup would be a weekly swing failure pattern, followed by a breakout from the downtrend.

XRP has recently been hovering around the psychologically important $1 area, which has acted as near-term support.

Chainlink (CRYPTO: LINK) offered a relatively stronger setup. Mayne noted that LINK reacted from a three-day order block and said the next confirmation would be a higher high.

Hyperliquid (CRYPTO: HYPE) is also showing signs of life after breaking above a short-term downtrend, although Mayne noted it still needs to clear additional highs to confirm a broader structural reversal.

Could Crowded Bitcoin Shorts Spark A Squeeze?In an X post on Aug. 13, Trader Cav noted another factor that could dramatically change the setup.

“Total BTC Open Interest / Market Cap is getting pretty elevated here,” Cav said, noting that the calculation includes perpetual futures and Deribit options.

He believes a significant amount of bearish positioning is already “baked in,” with traders betting on another Bitcoin decline.

That could turn into fuel for a squeeze if BTC instead breaks higher.

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Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana have become the first cryptocurrencies to be offered by the largest bank in Israel, which has just added digital assets to its long list of services.

Following a recent announcement shared by the firm, the crypto assets are set to become more accessible to residents in Israel after Bank Leumi partners with Galaxy to introduce digital asset trading services through its banking platform.

Leumi and Galaxy partner Being the first bank in Israel to offer digital asset trading directly to its customers, the move has sparked a buzz across the crypto ecosystem.

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The move follows the bank's recent partnership with Galaxy Digital, a renowned cryptocurrency firm, which will allow customers of Bank Leumi and its mobile banking arm, PEPPER, to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrencies.

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Following the partnership, Bank Leumi will utilize the GalaxyOne Institutional infrastructure to execute its crypto operations. This is Galaxy's platform designed for banks, asset managers and other institutional clients to trade, finance and stake digital assets.

Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana in the spotlight The crypto assets currently available for purchase on the banking platform include Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana. Other assets like XRP and more are expected to join the list soon.

Nonetheless, it is important to note that the crypto assets are not yet available to customers of the bank, as the service is expected to launch in early 2027 and will be available through a dedicated section of the Leumi Trade capital markets application.

According to the bank, the trading environment will be designed to provide customers with a secure and regulated way to access digital assets.

The leading bank in Israel, Bank Leumi, has caught the eyes of crypto market traders with its recent announcement to allow crypto trading for its customers through a partnership with Galaxy. According to the announcement, the customers would be able to buy, sell, or hold cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana.

Notably, this also marks a major step for the Israeli banking sector into the digital assets space. Simultaneously, it also suggests the growing institutional confidence and soaring demand for cryptocurrencies globally.

Israel Bank to Allow Bitcoin, ETH, and SOL Trading
Bank Leumi, Israel’s largest bank, has partnered with Galaxy to launch digital asset trading for its customers. The service is expected to go live in early 2027. Customers of Leumi and PEPPER will be able to buy, hold, and sell selected cryptocurrencies through the Leumi Trade capital markets application.

The service will operate through a dedicated section within the app. GalaxyOne Institutional will provide the trading infrastructure. Galaxy’s Custody Infrastructure platform will also support Leumi’s digital asset operations. The setup aims to combine crypto exposure with banking-grade controls and security.

Meanwhile, the initial asset selection also offers an interesting glimpse into institutional demand. The customers would be able to trade or hold the two largest cryptocurrencies by market cap, Bitcoin and Ethereum.

In addition, it would also allow trading Solana alongside Bitcoin and Ether. Galaxy has already built institutional infrastructure around Solana exposure. Its role as a staking provider for digital asset products further highlights the network’s growing institutional presence.

Galaxy Deepens its Institutional Banking Push
The latest deal to offer Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana trading has strengthened Galaxy’s broader push into institutional digital assets. GalaxyOne Institutional offers trading, custody, staking, financing, and research services through one platform.

In addition, Galaxy and BNY have recently deepened their crypto partnership by adding institutional staking to BNY’s digital asset platform. Through this setup, clients can hold and stake their assets in a single workflow, while BNY continues to build out its services for tokenized funds and blockchain-based transfer agency operations.

On the other hand, the company has also continued expanding beyond pure crypto infrastructure. In July, Galaxy secured a naming rights deal with Texas Tech, making Galaxy the athletics department’s official data center and digital assets partner.

Meanwhile, as traditional banks are slowly integrating these options, active retail traders can compare the best crypto apps for mobile trading to find options with wider asset coverage and lower fees.