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Ethereum Foundation core researcher Justin Drake announced in a post that Ethereum Layer 1 (L1) will abandon Poseidon, the SNARK-friendly hash function that has been dominant since 2019, in favor of traditional hash functions such as SHA2 or BLAKE2s.
This reversal stems from a breakthrough in SNARK design, centered on "hash-friendly SNARKs" rather than the prior approach of "SNARK-friendly hashes". By natively aligning Boolean operations in traditional hashes with binary fields, proof performance for traditional hash calls in SNARKs has reached 1 million per second, with overhead of just around 100x—a stark contrast to the previously extremely expensive operations in large prime fields.
Drake dubbed this "science-fiction-level cryptography" and named contributors to key research breakthroughs including Binius and Flock. The shift will push Ethereum’s hash-based cryptography to the peak of minimal assumptions, while drastically accelerating deployment: there is no need to wait for years of cryptanalysis maturity for Poseidon. The Ethereum Foundation’s (EF) post-quantum team is advancing rapidly, with a roadmap targeting a production-grade leanVM in 2027, and deployment of the consensus, execution, and data layers in 2028.
Drake also noted that AI’s enhanced cryptanalysis capabilities have recently dealt successive setbacks to lattice-based schemes (HAWK) and isogeny-based schemes (SQIsign), while hash-based schemes are emerging as the leading candidates for post-quantum signatures in blockchains. The trend of open-source automated research is also accelerating; SNARK.fast has achieved 1.8 million BLAKE3 proofs per second.

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Stablecoin issuer Tether has completed its largest-ever full financial audit, with KPMG issuing an unqualified opinion, showing reserves exceeding liabilities by $6.814 billion.

USDT issuer Tether announced it has completed a full independent audit of its 2025 fiscal year financial statements by KPMG U.S., receiving an unqualified audit opinion—the most positive outcome an independent auditor can issue. Dubbed "the largest first-time financial audit in history", the engagement saw KPMG conduct comprehensive substantive testing on Tether’s balance sheet, reserve asset composition, outstanding token liabilities, income statement, changes in equity, and cash flow statement. Critically, instead of relying solely on custodian reports, KPMG physically counted every gold bar held by Tether to verify their existence and identifying details. The audit confirmed Tether’s reserves exceeded its liabilities by $6.814 billion as of December 31, 2025.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino stated: "Critics have for years claimed Tether could not complete an audit, and we have once again proven them wrong. An unqualified opinion means Tether has secured a clean audit." CFO Simon McWilliams called the milestone "a landmark in Tether’s commitment to transparency", noting the firm has wrapped up a historic project with the Big Four accounting firms and will continue to elevate standards moving forward. Tether has long published independent reserve attestation reports; this full financial statement audit marks a jump in its financial reporting regime from the attestation level to the full audit tier.

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Over $1.4 billion worth of crypto options are set to expire today, with Bitcoin’s max pain point at $64,000.

BTC and ETH options are set to expire this Friday, with open interest concentrated around several key strike prices. BTC’s nominal open interest stands at roughly $1.28 billion, with its max pain point at $64,000. The highest concentration of call options is at $68,000, followed by $70,000 to $72,000. ETH’s nominal open interest is approximately $161 million, with its max pain point at $1,900. The highest concentration of call options is at $1,950 and $2,000. BTC’s put/call open interest ratio is 0.85, while ETH’s is 0.94.

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Bitwise Chief Investment Officer (CIO): DeFi’s market size and pricing power are both underestimated, and projects like Hyperliquid have far greater potential than imagined.

Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan stated that people evaluating current decentralized finance (DeFi) applications are making two overlapping mistakes: regarding market size, they believe they are targeting the $2 trillion cryptocurrency market, but in reality, they are targeting the $500 trillion asset market; regarding value capture, they think they have maximized fee revenue, but have only scratched the surface. Projects such as Hyperliquid, Uniswap, Aave, Morpho, Aerodrome, Lighter, Pump and others have a larger TAM (total addressable market) and stronger pricing power than commonly perceived.

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75% of stocks in the S&P 500 tech sector have returned above their 200-day moving average, with historical averages indicating a potential gain of up to 33.4% over the next year.

Last week, 75% of stocks in the S&P 500 Tech sector closed above their 200-day moving average (DMA), marking the first time this threshold has been hit since October 2024, ending a 219-trading-day stretch of prolonged weakness. This is the 9th-longest downturn on record, with the longest such stretch in history lasting 759 trading days, ending after the dot-com bubble burst on April 22, 2003. Historical data shows that after the end of such prolonged downturns, the tech sector posts an average gain of 2.5% in the following month, 7.3% in three months, 15.5% in six months, and a whopping 33.4% in 12 months. Meanwhile, 69% of stocks in the Nasdaq 100 index are now above their 200-day moving average, near the highest level since July 2025. This notable improvement in the breadth indicator signals that the tech stock rally is expanding beyond a handful of heavyweight stocks to the broader sector, as market momentum builds. The tech sector had previously faced multiple headwinds including memory chip sell-offs, deleveraging of leveraged ETFs, and concerns over AI capital expenditures; this technical repair provides positive support for future market performance.

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Bitcoin falls below $63,000, with a 1.03% drop in the past 24 hours.

According to HTX market data, Bitcoin has dropped below $63,000, with a 24-hour decline of 1.03%.

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CFTC releases agenda for first meeting of its Innovation Advisory Committee, focusing on regulation of crypto assets, AI, and prediction markets.

U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Michael S. Selig has released the agenda for the inaugural meeting of the Innovation Advisory Committee (IAC). The meeting is scheduled to be held in Washington on Thursday, August 20, and will focus on topics including crypto asset regulation, artificial intelligence, and prediction markets. Selig said: "The United States has long been a global hub for financial innovation. I look forward to meeting with entrepreneurs, thinkers, and builders of the CFTC Innovation Advisory Committee to explore how emerging technologies and financial products can shape our markets in the new financial frontier." The public may submit relevant comments by August 27, and all received submissions will be published publicly. The meeting agenda may be adjusted based on other priorities of the IAC; the full agenda is available on the CFTC’s official website. The CFTC also emphasized that the views and opinions expressed by the advisory committee represent only the committee itself and do not reflect the positions of the CFTC, its staff, or the U.S. government.

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SharpLink said Thursday it will stake $200 million worth of Ethereum through Lido as the company expands its strategy for generating returns from its ETH treasury.

The Nasdaq listed company will receive wrapped staked ETH, or wstETH, representing the staked ETH and its accumulated rewards. The tokens will be held in custody with Anchorage Digital.

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The allocation adds Lido to SharpLink’s existing staking and restaking strategy and allows the company to maintain exposure to ETH staking rewards while retaining access to wstETH across decentralized finance applications.

Lido currently has roughly $16.5 billion worth of ETH staked through its protocol, according to SharpLink. Its wstETH token is integrated with more than 100 protocols and has about $10 billion actively used as collateral.

SharpLink CEO Joseph Chalom said the allocation expands the company’s efforts to make its ETH holdings more productive while maintaining institutional risk standards.

The company said the move is part of a broader effort to maximize the productivity of its Ethereum treasury for shareholders.

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Key Takeaways

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XLM trades at $0.16 with a $5.52 billion market cap on August 12, 2026.
Its January 2018 record of $0.8756 is roughly 5.5 times the current price.
Bullski is an ERC-20 token on Ethereum with a fixed supply of 120 billion.
Stage 1 is priced at $0.00001, and the listing reference is $0.0025.

A Stellar price prediction only means something when it starts from real numbers. XLM trades at $0.16 on August 12, 2026, and carries a market cap of $5.52 billion. Its record of $0.8756 still sits far above that, set on January 2, 2018.

Payment coins move on slow news cycles. Buyers who want a shorter clock keep one eye on the open Bullski round, where the token is priced at $0.00001 in stage 1 of a 16-stage sale.

Stellar Lumens Price Prediction: Where XLM Sits Today
Stellar was built to move money between currencies quickly and cheaply. XLM is the token that pays for that movement. Price today is $0.16, and network value sits at $5.52 billion, per CoinGecko.

Trading was soft across the board on August 12, 2026. Total crypto value came in at $2.264 trillion, down 0.28 percent on the day. Red sessions like this one shape how targets get written.

Definition: Market cap is the price of one coin multiplied by how many coins exist. XLM at $0.16 gives $5.52 billion, while XRP at $1.004 gives $62.9 billion.

What an XLM Stellar Price Prediction Needs to Get Right
Three inputs drive any honest XLM Stellar price prediction. Real usage sits at the top, meaning payment volume that banks and apps actually send. Supply comes next, because tokens released into circulation spread value thinner.

Wider market direction finishes the list, since most alt coins follow Bitcoin. BTC trades at $63,511 with a $1.275 trillion cap and 56.29 percent dominance. Money stays parked in the biggest coin while that share holds.

Compare Stellar with XRP, the larger payments name. XRP sits at $1.004 with a $62.9 billion cap and a record of $3.65 from July 17, 2025. Both coins chase the same job.

Stellar is far smaller, so equal buying pressure moves it more. Thin markets cut both ways, and XLM falls faster on weak days too.

Stellar XLM Price Prediction 2026 and the Levels That Matter
Analysts who publish a Stellar crypto price prediction tend to mark the same steps. A move back to $0.25 would need daily volume to hold up for weeks. Reaching $0.40 would put XLM near half its old record.

Getting to $0.8756 again means roughly 5.5 times the current price, and a $5.52 billion cap would have to grow past $30 billion. None of that arrives during a red week.

Coin

Price on Aug 12, 2026

Market cap

Record high

Note

Stellar (XLM)

$0.16

$5.52B

$0.8756 on Jan 2, 2018

Base for any XLM prediction

XRP

$1.004

$62.9B

$3.65 on Jul 17, 2025

Larger payments rival

Litecoin (LTC)

$44.80

$3.47B

$410.26 on May 9, 2021

Older payment coin

Bitcoin (BTC)

$63,511

$1.275T

$126,080 on Oct 6, 2025

Sets market direction

Bullski ($BULLSKI)

$0.00001 in stage 1

Presale, 120 billion supply

Listing reference $0.0025

Price fixed by the rung

Longer views stretch the math further. A Stellar XLM price prediction 2030 chart depends on rules, banks and payment rails that do not exist yet. Nobody can date those.

Every long range figure you read for 2030 is a scenario wearing a chart.

Why $BULLSKI Keeps Showing Up Next to XLM
Bullski runs on Ethereum as an ERC-20 token, so standard wallets and standard tools work with it. Total supply is fixed at 120 billion, and 40 percent of that sits in the presale. Payment options cover ETH, BNB and USDT.

Its contract is verified on Etherscan, which means anyone can read the code. An audit is in process, liquidity locks at launch, and the team allocation is vested.

Pricing is the part people study on the $BULLSKI stage ladder. Stage 1 costs $0.00001, stage 2 costs $0.000015 and stage 3 costs $0.00002. Every rung is published before you buy.

Rungs advance when they sell out, never on a timer. Listing reference sits at $0.0025, and that number is what the whole 16-stage plan points toward.

By the numbers: Stage 1 held 1,192,283,023 tokens. Roughly 42.6 million were left on August 11, 2026, which puts the opening rung about 96 percent sold.

Meme Money and Payment Money Pull Different Crowds
Meme coins had a rough session. Sector value stands at $24.85 billion after a 2.96 percent drop on August 12, 2026. DOGE trades at $0.0699 with a $10.86 billion cap, down 3.5 percent.

SHIB changed hands at $0.00000438 and PEPE at $0.00000268, both lower. FLOKI sits at $0.00002028 with a $196 million cap, and our Floki outlook covers what a real run would need.

Presale pricing behaves differently on days like this one. Its rung does not swing with the tape, because the sale sets the number instead of the market. Readers weighing wider options can also scan our list of the best crypto to buy in 2026 before choosing.

How to Join at the Opening Step
Getting in takes a few minutes. Open start a $BULLSKI position now and read the live stage on the official site before sending anything. Connect a wallet, pick ETH, BNB or USDT, then confirm the amount.

Tokens become claimable at launch. Staking and referral rewards run while the sale is open, so early buyers can put tokens to work instead of waiting.

Timing is the only moving part here. On August 11, 2026, about 42.6 million tokens were left in the opening rung. Rungs close on sales, not dates, so the sale page stays the source of truth.

Pro tip: Write down what you paid per token. It makes the $0.0025 listing reference simple to measure against later.

XLM Questions Readers Ask Most
What is the Stellar Lumens price prediction for 2026?
No figure is certain. XLM trades at $0.16 today with a $5.52 billion cap. A Stellar lumens price prediction 2026 range that gets discussed runs from about $0.12 on the low side to roughly $0.30 if volume returns.

Anything above that needs fresh payment demand, not chart lines.

What is the Stellar XLM price prediction for 2030?
Five year views carry the least evidence. Rules, bank partners and payment rails all change by then. Some models put XLM back near its $0.8756 record, which would mean about 5.5 times today’s price.

Read any long Stellar coin price prediction as one scenario among many.

How accurate is any XLM prediction right now?
Accuracy is low, and honest analysts say so. Crypto held $2.264 trillion in total value and slipped 0.28 percent on August 12, 2026. Short swings break most models within weeks.

Use targets as reference points, then size positions for the days that go wrong.

What makes $BULLSKI different from buying XLM today?
Price is set by the sale rather than the market. Stage 1 costs $0.00001, the listing reference is $0.0025, and supply is capped at 120 billion. Buyers see the number before they commit.

XLM instead moves with whatever the market does that hour.

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

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BloFin Research: Circle’s Q2, Arc Token Presale Lifts Guidance and Bridges the Crypto Downturn

Prominent cryptocurrency trader DonAlt, known for accurately forecasting XRP’s 700% surge in 2024, has revealed that he is starting to acquire Ethereum (ETH) despite traditionally unfavorable timing.

Strategic buying at resistanceDonAlt disclosed that he purchased ETH directly at a local resistance level on the weekly chart, acknowledging the unconventional nature of his move. Ethereum is now trading near $1,878, with the key resistance zone lying between $2,000 and $2,200. Typically, traders avoid entering long positions at such levels due to an elevated risk of market correction.

In his recent explanation, DonAlt stated that waiting too long for an ideal entry had become psychologically taxing. He felt more comfortable holding some ETH at an imperfect price than remaining out of the market. He plans to increase his position if the price revisits the main support area.

Bought some and will buy some more in the coming days. Feels a bit unreasonable to buy resistance but I feel less comfy not having it than having some at not the optimal price. Will buy more if we retest green but have been waiting long enough.

If Ethereum corrects in the coming sessions, DonAlt intends to expand his holdings in the strong green support zone below the current range, estimated between $1,750 and $1,800.

Ethereum’s market performance relative to BitcoinMarket watchers note that Ethereum’s current price structure remains steadier compared to Bitcoin (BTC). BTC has recently moved in a tight range near $63,000, following new U.S. consumer price index data. This period of low volatility in Bitcoin has provided Ethereum with an opportunity to outperform and aim for higher levels, including its previous all-time highs above $4,000.

AssetCurrent PriceKey ResistanceSupport ZonePrevious ATHEthereum (ETH)$1,878$2,000–$2,200$1,750–$1,800$4,000+Bitcoin (BTC)$63,000N/AN/A$69,000DonAlt also used this moment to criticize retail sentiment in crypto communities. He mocked the tendency of market participants to alternate between overconfidence during rallies and panic during minor corrections, rather than using downturns as opportunities to accumulate assets at lower prices.

Personal connection to EthereumEthereum holds special importance for DonAlt. He began his trading career with a renowned long position in ETH, entering at $84 on BitMEX. Despite describing that trade as “pure luck” due to a mistake in leverage size, DonAlt’s recent acquisition appears to be a calculated bet by a high-profile trader looking to participate in the next significant trend.

DonAlt is a widely followed figure in the cryptocurrency space, whose analyses and market moves often draw significant attention from both retail and institutional investors.

Mini dictionary: BitMEX, a cryptocurrency derivatives exchange known for high-leverage trading, often attracts professional traders looking to take large positions in major coins such as Bitcoin and Ethereum.

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It looks like Machi(@machibigbrother) is really running out of money. He withdrew only 1,540 $USDC from #Binance. He ...

It looks like Machi(@machibigbrother) is really running out of money. He withdrew only 1,540 $USDC from #Binance. He had to sell Bored Ape #5715 for just 8.3 $ETH ($15,570), which he bought for 34.17 $ETH 3 years ago, to keep his $ETH long going. Current position: 2,800 $ETH($5.3M) Liquidation price: $1,863.08

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Crypto influencer 'Maji Big Brother' withdrew only 1,540 USDC from Binance and sold Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFTs to maintain his long Ethereum (ETH) position.

According to monitoring by OnchainDataNerd, Maji Big Brother may face increased financial pressure recently, having withdrawn just 1,540 USDC from Binance. Meanwhile, to maintain his long Ethereum (ETH) position, he sold Bored Ape Yacht Club #5715 for 8.3 ETH (≈$15,600) — an NFT he purchased three years ago for 34.17 ETH. His current long ETH position stands at 2,800 ETH, valued at roughly $5.3 million, with a liquidation price of $1,863.08.

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AI chip maker Cerebras Systems falls 17.3% in pre-market trading on US stocks.

According to BIT (Bit.com) market data, shares of AI chip maker Cerebras Systems fell 17.3% in pre-market trading on US stocks, as the company's second-quarter revenue missed expectations.

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Changxin Technology has surpassed Tencent Holdings to become China’s largest listed company by market capitalization.

Changxin Technology closed today with a market capitalization of 3.54 trillion yuan. As of Hong Kong's market close, Tencent Holdings (00700.HK) fell 4.46%, posting a market cap of 4 trillion Hong Kong dollars, equivalent to approximately 3.44 trillion yuan. Changxin Technology has surpassed Tencent to become China's largest listed company by market capitalization.

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Iran: Will Wear Down the U.S. Through a Protracted War

In an interview broadcast on U.S. public television PBS on August 11 local time, Mohammad Reza Naghdi, advisor to the commander-in-chief of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), stated that the two main goals of the U.S. war against Iran—overthrowing Iran’s leadership and splitting the country—have “already failed,” adding that “victory is on Iran’s side.” Naghdi pointed out that the U.S. has displayed confusion and uncertainty in this conflict, saying, “The U.S. keeps announcing new goals every few days, turning this into a war without strategy.” He also emphasized that Iran will continue to achieve victories. Over more than five months of confrontation with the U.S., Iran has not only accumulated experience but also found that U.S. military forces are weaker than expected. Iran must achieve deterrence to ensure enemies never dare attack it again, and one way to do this is to “prolong the war” to wear down the U.S., so that anyone considering attacking Iran in the future “will first weigh the cost they will have to pay.” (Source: CCTV International News)

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South Korea's sovereign wealth fund KIC has made its first investment in Circle, holding a stake valued at $4.1 million in the second quarter.

Korea Investment Corporation (KIC) has made its first investment in Circle, a stablecoin issuer. Data disclosed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) shows that as of the second quarter of 2026, KIC held 65,443 shares of Circle, with a holding value of approximately $4.099 million (equivalent to about 5.83 billion South Korean won). Previously, KIC’s holdings of crypto-asset-related companies included Strategy, Coinbase, Block, Robinhood, and Riot Platforms. In Q2 2026, KIC reduced its stakes in Strategy, Coinbase, and Riot Platforms, while increasing positions in Block and Robinhood. The total value of its related U.S. stock holdings rose 27% from $132 million in Q1 to $168 million. Specifically, Strategy’s holding value dropped 32% from $10.61 million to $7.17 million; Coinbase’s fell 30% from $52.99 million to $36.93 million; Block’s surged 58% from $17.25 million to $27.34 million; Robinhood’s jumped 92% from $45.88 million to $87.96 million; and Riot’s rose 70% from $4.95 million to $8.42 million.

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Ethereum returns to the center of on-chain data after the awakening of four former whales linked to the early days of the network. On Tuesday, August 11, a Genesis wallet moved 2,680 ETH after eleven years of inactivity. This reserve, acquired for about 830 dollars, was then worth 5.03 million dollars. Two other wallets had already transferred 2,000 ETH each in July. These close movements reignite selling fears, as funds long considered dormant return to the market.

In brief Four former Ethereum whales have awakened their wallets after several years of inactivity. A Genesis wallet transferred 2,680 ETH, valued at over 5 million dollars. Two other addresses had already moved 2,000 ETH each during the month of July. These transfers to exchange platforms reignite fears of a possible massive sell-off. Ethereum: Four Wallets Awaken From Sleep On Tuesday, August 11, on-chain analysis tools detected the transfer of 2,680 ETH from a Genesis wallet. The transaction was worth 5.03 million dollars at the time of the movement. Eleven years earlier, this reserve was worth only about 830 dollars. According to data provided by Whale Alert, this growth represents a gain of 605,924% since the initial acquisition.

The wallet belonged to the first ETH holders from the Genesis period. This designation refers to the units allocated during the participatory sale launched on July 22, 2014. At that time, the first buyers obtained their tokens for only 0.31 dollars.

Now, these former reserves can represent several million dollars when they re-enter the market. Ethereum attracts special attention when these historic reserves suddenly change address. It remains relevant, as each transfer alters the reading of the available supply.

The movement of August 11, however, does not come alone. On August 9, Whale Alert spotted that another pre-mining holder transferred 2,000 ETH, valued at close to 3.8 million dollars. This reserve was worth only 620 dollars in 2015. Arkham Intelligence data then indicates that the funds joined Coinbase, which further draws attention to their possible use.

A Historic Supply Gradually Returns to the Market To understand these movements, it is necessary to go back to the early stages of the network. The creators premined about 72 million ETH before the blockchain launch. About 60 million units were then allocated to buyers during a public sale aimed at financing the launch. This operation lasted 42 days and raised 31,591 BTC for the organizers.

The balance, close to 12 million ETH, was reserved for insiders. Founders and early contributors received about 6 million units. The Ethereum Foundation obtained the remaining 6 million. This distribution explains why some ancestral addresses can still hold significant reserves, several years after their creation. Ethereum sees funds created during its early network years re-emerge.

In July, two other Genesis wallets already showed similar activity. Each had transferred 2,000 ETH, with a first movement on July 20 and a second on July 26. One of the transactions ended on CoinJar, while the other distributed the funds across several addresses. These close movements thus increase visibility around former holders. Ethereum could face new transfers if other wallets move.

Transfers That Fuel Fears of Selling The succession of these operations mainly raises the question of the funds’ final destination. When ETH that has been inactive for years joins an exchange platform, the market may expect selling. However, a transfer alone is not proof of liquidation. Funds can also change custody, be distributed among several wallets, or respond to another financial decision.

The case of the four whales therefore remains to be monitored, especially when funds reach platforms like Coinbase or CoinJar. On-chain data allows tracing these movements, but they do not directly specify the holder’s intention. For Ethereum, the issue mainly concerns the reintroduction into circulation of a supply that has seemed durably inactive.

These successive awakenings come after more than a decade of fluctuations, platform bankruptcies, and lost keys. Some holders may now seek to take profits or modify the custody of their assets. Other scenarios remain possible, including estate planning or a simple wallet change. However, the repetition of movements makes this activity more visible.

In the short term, upcoming transfers will therefore be a major indicator. If the four addresses continue moving their reserves to exchange platforms, selling fears could intensify. Conversely, redistribution to private wallets would limit this interpretation. The market will thus have to distinguish technical movements from actual selling operations.

The situation will mainly depend on the behavior of these former Ether holders. The next transactions will determine whether their awakenings signal a durable reintroduction into circulation or just custody changes. For now, data mainly shows that historic reserves are starting to move again after years of silence.

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Goldman Sachs has agreed to acquire Neos Investments for up to $2.25 billion, a deal that will add three Bitcoin and Ethereum options-income ETFs managing more than $1.1 billion combined to its asset management business.

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Goldman Sachs will acquire Neos Investments for up to $2.25 billion. The deal will add three Bitcoin and Ethereum income ETFs to Goldman’s asset management business. Neos manages more than $30 billion across 19 options based income ETFs. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, subject to regulatory approval. According to Goldman Sachs, the cash-and-equity transaction will bring Neos and its more than $30 billion in assets under management into Goldman Sachs Asset Management, subject to performance and service commitments tied to the agreement. The acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027 after regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions.

Among the 19 Neos funds included in the transaction are the Neos Bitcoin High Income ETF (BTCI), Boosted Bitcoin High Income ETF (XBCI) and Ethereum High Income ETF (NEHI), giving Goldman an existing lineup of crypto-linked income products while its own proposed Bitcoin income fund remains on file with U.S. regulators.

Goldman Sachs will inherit three crypto income ETFs Neos launched BTCI in October 2024 as an actively managed ETF designed to combine Bitcoin-linked exposure with monthly income generated through options. The fund had accumulated more than $1 billion in net assets as of Wednesday, making it the largest of Neos’ three crypto-focused products.

Rather than buying Bitcoin directly, BTCI obtains exposure through exchange-traded products linked to the cryptocurrency and uses an options strategy to generate distributions. A Neos shareholder report for the period ending November 2025 showed the portfolio using Bitcoin ETFs alongside options linked to the Cboe Bitcoin U.S. ETF Index.

XBCI, launched in February 2026, applies a more aggressive version of the strategy. The fund had about $111 million in net assets as of Wednesday and seeks roughly 150% exposure to BTCI’s underlying strategy, according to its prospectus, meaning declines in Bitcoin-linked investments can also be magnified.

Ethereum High Income ETF NEHI, meanwhile, was launched in December 2025 and had accumulated more than $77 million in net assets. Like the Bitcoin products, NEHI does not directly hold Ether and instead combines exposure through exchange-traded products with an options-based income strategy.

Neos has built the three crypto ETFs as part of a larger range of income funds covering U.S. equity indexes, fixed income, Bitcoin, Ether and gold. Founded in 2022, the investment manager now oversees more than $30 billion across 19 options-based ETFs.

“As investor demand for active ETFs grows, NEOS’ disciplined investment approach is highly complementary to our capabilities across buffer, managed outcome and income strategies,” Goldman Sachs Chairman and CEO David Solomon said.

Neos deal could affect Goldman’s filed Bitcoin ETF plans The acquisition also puts an existing Bitcoin income fund inside Goldman months after the bank filed to launch a competing product of its own.

In April, crypto.news reported that Goldman had filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for the Goldman Sachs Bitcoin Premium Income ETF. The proposed fund would invest at least 80% of its net assets in instruments providing Bitcoin exposure, primarily through spot Bitcoin exchange-traded products, before selling call options against part of the position.

Goldman’s filing proposed an options overwrite covering between 40% and 100% of its Bitcoin exposure depending on market conditions. Selling the calls would generate premiums for monthly income, although the structure would also limit some of the fund’s participation when Bitcoin rises sharply.

Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas said following the Neos announcement that the acquisition could explain why the Goldman product filed in April has not launched.

Goldman will get $BTCI in the Neos deal, which is a $1b bitcoin premium income ETF, yields 27% and captures most but not all of bitcoins run-ups. Nowww I get why GS never launched the btc covered call product they filed months ago. Better to leap frog BlackRock’s $BITA vs me too pic.twitter.com/kCeuAAqiQo

— Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) August 12, 2026 With BTCI already holding more than $1 billion in assets, Balchunas said the Neos acquisition could allow Goldman to “leapfrog” BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, or BITA, rather than building a competing fund from the beginning.

Goldman has not said whether it intends to withdraw, modify, or proceed with its Bitcoin Premium Income ETF following the Neos transaction.

BlackRock has already entered the Bitcoin income ETF market Competition for Bitcoin options-income products intensified in June when BlackRock brought BITA to market.

A June filing update showed that BlackRock planned to generate income by writing covered calls primarily against its iShares Bitcoin Trust, or IBIT, and Bitcoin ETF-linked indexes. The filing also set BITA’s sponsor fee at 0.65%.

BlackRock subsequently launched the fund on June 16. Unlike a conventional spot Bitcoin ETF, BITA combines Bitcoin exposure, mainly through IBIT shares, with call options written against part of the portfolio.

An analysis of BITA published after the launch found that BlackRock planned to write calls against roughly 25% to 35% of the fund’s net asset value each month while targeting annual income of between 15% and 25%. The trade-off comes from surrendering some potential gains above the strike prices of the calls when Bitcoin rises sharply.

BITA had accumulated about $59 million in net assets as of Wednesday, compared with more than $1 billion for Neos’ BTCI.

Neos’ longer operating history in the category gives Goldman an established Bitcoin income product if the acquisition closes, while XBCI adds leveraged Bitcoin-linked exposure and NEHI extends the same general income approach to Ether.

Goldman expands its options ETF business through acquisitions Neos is Goldman’s second multibillion-dollar ETF acquisition in 2026.

The firm completed its roughly $2 billion purchase of Innovator Capital Management in April, adding an investment manager focused on defined-outcome and options-based ETFs. Innovator’s products use options structures to establish predetermined ranges for potential gains and losses over specified periods.

Adding Neos would increase the scale of the same part of Goldman’s asset management operation. Goldman said derivative-income ETFs across the industry now manage about $180 billion, citing Morningstar data, after recording a compound annual growth rate of more than 70% since 2021.

Goldman Sachs Asset Management, Innovator and Neos together managed more than $130 billion across their global ETF platforms as of June 30. Goldman said the combined operation would include roughly $80 billion in active ETFs and make the firm the eighth-largest active ETF provider based on Morningstar data.

Neos co-founders Troy Cates and Garrett Paolella are expected to become partners at Goldman Sachs Asset Management once the transaction closes. Neos’ investment professionals and client-service employees are also expected to join the firm under the agreement.

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The Netherlands Understanding Cryptocurrency and Online Gambling Cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual currency that uses cryptography for security. It operates independently of any central authority and allows for secure and transparent transactions.

Online gambling, on the other hand, refers to playing games of chance or placing bets over the internet.

The intersection of cryptocurrency and online gambling has created new opportunities for players in the Netherlands and beyond.

The Rise of Cryptocurrency in the Netherlands The Netherlands has seen a significant rise in the adoption of cryptocurrency in recent years. This can be attributed to several factors, including increased awareness, technological advancements, and a growing interest in decentralized finance.

As more people become familiar with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin, they are also discovering their potential in the world of online gambling.

One of the reasons for the rise of cryptocurrency in the Netherlands is the country’s progressive stance on digital currencies. The Dutch government has been proactive in creating a favorable regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies, which has encouraged their adoption.

This has led to the establishment of cryptocurrency exchanges and wallets, making it easier for people to buy, sell, and store digital assets.

Betplay is a great casino & a top choice Legal Aspects of Crypto Gambling in the Netherlands When it comes to crypto gambling in the Netherlands, it is crucial to understand the legal framework surrounding it. The regulatory landscape is continuously evolving, and it’s essential to stay informed to ensure compliance. Here are some key points to consider:

Regulatory Framework for Crypto Casinos Currently, the Netherlands does not have specific regulations in place for crypto casinos. However, crypto gambling platforms must adhere to existing laws and regulations that govern online gambling in the country. This includes obtaining the necessary licenses and complying with anti-money laundering and know-your-customer requirements.

In recent years, the Dutch authorities have been engaging in discussions with industry experts, stakeholders, and international counterparts to develop a robust regulatory framework that ensures consumer protection, prevents money laundering, and promotes responsible gambling practices.

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This proactive approach demonstrates the government’s recognition of the potential benefits that cryptocurrencies can bring to the gambling industry, while also acknowledging the importance of mitigating associated risks.

As a crypto gambler in the Netherlands, staying informed about these developments is crucial. By keeping up-to-date with the evolving regulatory landscape, you can ensure that you are engaging in crypto gambling activities that are compliant with the law and provide a secure and fair gaming experience.

Advantages of Using Cryptocurrency for Online Gambling Using cryptocurrency for online gambling offers several advantages that make it an appealing option for players in the Netherlands. Let’s explore some of these advantages:

Anonymity and Privacy in Crypto Gambling Cryptocurrency transactions provide a level of anonymity and privacy that traditional payment methods cannot offer. When using cryptocurrencies for online gambling, players can enjoy a higher level of confidentiality, as transactions are recorded on the blockchain and do not require the disclosure of personal information.

This enhanced privacy is particularly important for players who value their anonymity and want to keep their gambling activities discreet.

With traditional payment methods, players often have to provide personal details such as their name, address, and bank account information. However, with cryptocurrency, all that is needed is a digital wallet address, ensuring that personal information remains secure.

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How We Chose The Casinos on This List Choosing the best crypto casinos in Canada involved a comprehensive evaluation process.

We considered various factors, including:

Reputation and trustworthiness of the casino, Range of crypto gambling options available, Quality and security of the gaming platform, Customer support, Overall user experience. Variety of cryptocurrencies accepted, Availability of bonuses and promotions, Ease of deposits and withdrawals, Fairness and transparency of the gaming outcomes. By taking all these factors into consideration, we were able to select the best crypto casinos for Netherlandsy that provide a safe and enjoyable gambling experience for players.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Crypto Gambling Choose a reputable crypto casino that meets your preferences and requirements. Create an account by providing the necessary information. Securely store your login credentials. Fund your account with cryptocurrency by following the casino’s instructions for deposits. Explore the casino’s game library and choose your preferred games. Place your bets and enjoy the thrill of crypto gambling! Tips for Successful Crypto Gambling Here are some tips to enhance your crypto gambling experience:

Set a budget and stick to it. Learn the rules and strategies of the games you play. Practice responsible gambling and avoid chasing losses. Take advantage of bonuses and promotions offered by crypto casinos. Keep track of your transactions and monitor your gambling activity. Conclusion As cryptocurrency adoption accelerates across Dutch society, more Dutch players are discovering the benefits of gambling with digital coins at specialized Bitcoin and crypto online casinos. These innovative gambling sites allow the Dutch to enjoy classic casino gaming while depositing, wagering, and cashing out securely in leading cryptocurrencies.

The premier Netherlands-facing crypto casinos from our list above are all fully licensed and regulated, providing Dutch players completely legal access to next-generation online gambling products and services.

They offer massive libraries with thousands of popular slots, table games, and live dealer titles seamlessly playable with major cryptos. These casinos enable lightning-fast crypto deposits and cashouts directly to Dutch players’ wallets.

FAQs Are crypto casinos legal for Dutch players? Yes. Licensed offshore online crypto casinos can legally offer their gambling services and games to Dutch players aged 18+ years old.

What cryptocurrencies do Dutch crypto casinos offer? The top Netherlands crypto casinos process deposits and withdrawals using major coins like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Tether, Cardano, Ripple, Bitcoin Cash and other leading cryptocurrencies.

Can I withdraw winnings in Euros from crypto casinos? Yes you can! While you play and transact with cryptocurrencies on site, the top Dutch crypto casinos allow you to cash out your earnings in either digital coins or Euros.

Do these casinos have live dealer table games? Yes. Many leading crypto casinos provide Dutch players live dealer game suites with real human croupiers that you can interact with while wagering in real-time using crypto.

What security features do Dutch crypto casinos offer? Reputable licensed crypto casinos use blockchain transactions, SSL encryption, KYC authentication and other security measures to keep your activity and funds safe. But Dutch players should still thoroughly vet any real money gambling provider before signing up.

Do they provide any sports betting options? A few premier crypto casinos also offer sports and esports betting using top cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin. These Dutch-friendly crypto sports betting options are still quite limited however.

Are there casino bonuses for Dutch crypto players? Yes! The top Netherlands crypto casinos provide Dutch players special cryptocurrency welcome bonuses, free spins, reload deals, cash back rewards and other promotions.

Ethereum (ETH) price is up by 0.42% today, August 13, to trade at $1,895 at the time of writing. The slight gains come amid Fidelity’s filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to add staking to its ETH ETF.

The filing also coincides with an increase in institutional demand, with data from SoSoValue showing that ETH ETFs were the only ones that posted inflows on August 12.

Fidelity’s Plan to Add Staking to ETH ETFs Bolsters Demand Fidelity has made a filing with the SEC to add staking to its Fidelity Ethereum Fund (FETH). The filing notes that the asset manager could stake up to 100% of this fund, which has $903 million in net assets per data from SoSoValue.

The asset manager also notes that if the filing gets approval, Fidelity will retain 85% of the rewards that come from staking, while the remaining 15% will go to custodians, sponsors, and node operators.

The filing appears to have increased demand for ETH because data from SoSoValue shows that ETH ETFs were the only ones that posted inflows on August 12. Bitcoin ETFs had $61 million in outflows, while all other altcoin ETFs had zero flows.

Crypto ETF Flows (Source: SoSoValue) The filing also comes at a time when Ethereum staking has reached an all-time high, with 34% of all the ETH supply being staked.

The high staking ratio has attracted calls for Ethereum to undergo an EIP-8362 upgrade that will eliminate any staking rewards if the amount of ETH staked reaches 50% of the supply.

As CoinGape reported, the upgrade has received a lot of backlash, with critics saying that Ethereum developers should focus on ways to boost utility instead.

Ethereum Price Prediction as Analyst Forecasts Rally to $3,000 Ethereum price is moving within a rising parallel channel, suggesting that the price has been making a gradual uptrend since August 1.

However, the ADX line that is falling suggests that the uptrend is becoming weak. This has pushed the price of ETH to the support at the lower trendline of the rising channel.

If Ethereum closes below this lower trendline, the price could drop to the August 1 low of $1,820.

Still, the RSI reading has risen from 44 to 50, suggesting that bears are losing their grip. If the RSI line makes a higher high to confirm a bullish long-term Ethereum price outlook, ETH could move to the midline of this channel before attempting a move to the upper trendline.

ETH/USDT: 4-Hour Chart (Source: TradingView) Analysts are also bullish about the Ethereum price, with Ali Charts noting that Ethereum price could reach $3,000 after closing above the support at $1,580.

Lark Davis also observes that Ethereum has created a bull flag on the one-day chart that could cause a gain to $2,400 if the obstacle at $1,900 breaks.

Ethereum’s Open Interest Falls to Monthly Low Data from Coinglass shows that Ethereum’s open interest has dropped to $25.11 billion, with this being the lowest OI reading seen since July 14.

Ethereum Open Interest (Source: Coinglass) The drop suggests that futures traders are closing their positions as the price of Ethereum remains stuck at between $1,800 and $1,950.

Still, the market is positioned towards a long bias because the long/short reading on Binance and OKX stands at 2.43 and 1.67, respectively. This suggests that there are more long traders than short traders on the two exchanges.

Leading cryptocurrencies fell, even as stocks rallied on Wednesday as investors weighed the latest consumer inflation numbers that came in line with expectations.

Cryptocurrency24-Hour Gains +/-Price (Recorded at 9:35 p.m. EDT)Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC)-0.23%$63,424.63.02
Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH)
               -0.38%$1,875.68XRP (CRYPTO: XRP)                         -1.88%$1.00Solana (CRYPTO: SOL)                         -0.92%$75.63Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE)             -3.24%$0.06987Crypto Market Retreats FurtherBitcoin and Ethereum recorded sharp selling pressure, while XRP and Dogecoin also traded in the red on Wednesday.

Cryptocurrency-related stocks also fell, with Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) and Bitmine Immersion Technologies Inc. (NYSE:BMNR) closing down 1.31% and 1.73%, respectively. 

Over the past 24 hours, more than $175 million in crypto positions were liquidated, with short sellers accounting for $93 million of the losses, according to Coinglass data.

Bitcoin’s open interest rose 0.49% over the last 24 hours. An increase in open interest, along with a price decrease, typically indicates that short positions are being built up.

"Fear" sentiment prevailed in the market, according to the Crypto Fear & Greed Index.

Top Gainers (24 Hours) 

Cryptocurrency (Market Cap>$100 M)Gains +/-Price (Recorded at 9:35 p.m. EDT)Capricorn (APR)      +137.97%    $0.4950Cysic (CYS)                   +36.06%    $1.63Bitway (BTW)              +22.28%    $0.2544The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $2.17 trillion, following a dip of 0.79% over the last 24 hours.

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Stocks Rally After CPI ReportMajor indexes lifted on Wednesday. The S&P 500 rose 0.26% to end at 7,748.50, while the tech-focused Nasdaq Composite gained 0.54% to close at 26,588.49. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, meanwhile, fell 0.04%, or 21.58 points, to close at 53,770.27.

The July Consumer Price Index rose 3.4% from a year earlier, matching expectations, while core inflation eased to 2.5%, also as expected.

Meanwhile, the odds of an interest rate hike in September fell to 40% from 48% the day before, according to the CME Fedwatch tool.

The Anatomy of Bitcoin’s BottomMichaël van de Poppe, a widely followed cryptocurrency analyst and trader, said Bitcoin risks breaking down to $60,000 if it fails to hold current support near $63,500

“The final level of support is that area; if that doesn’t happen, we’re very likely to be sweeping the lows again,” the analyst projected.

On-chain analytics firm CryptoQuant observes that Bitcoin’s losses have spread beyond speculative traders and are now being borne by long-term holders.

Historically, at each significant cycle bottom, long-term holders have been sitting on more severe unrealized losses than the broader market, the research firm stated.

“Bitcoin is displaying a condition repeatedly associated with macro bottoms, but not yet the emotional and financial exhaustion that made previous bottoms unmistakable,” CryptoQuant added.

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Crypto Whale Loses $25.6 Million 2 Years After $24 Million Phishing Attack

Fidelity updates FETH fund to enable Ethereum staking with quarterly payouts

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Ethereum’s staking ratio has reached a new high of 34.4%, according to recent figures shared by @cryptounfolded on social media. This marks an increase from 30% at the start of 2026. The rise in staked ETH, which now totals approximately 41 million, is notable as it reduces the liquid supply of Ethereum on the market, while simultaneously bolstering the network’s security through validator rewards. The data also highlights variations in reported staking percentages across different sources, reflecting differences in measurement methodologies.

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In prediction markets, the increased staking activity appears to support scenarios where Ethereum’s value could rise, as implied by the “Will Ethereum reach $10,000 by December 31, 2026?” market. However, current pricing is still subdued, with only a 1% YES likelihood for reaching this price threshold by the year’s end. This suggests that while the staking increase is a positive indicator for Ethereum’s potential growth, market participants may still be weighing other factors, such as regulatory developments and broader market conditions, before adjusting their expectations significantly.

Key Takeaways Ethereum’s staking ratio appears to have reached a record high of 34.4%, suggesting increased network security and reduced liquidity. Market pricing suggests that while the higher staking ratio may indicate confidence in Ethereum, current expectations for significant price increases remain low. The variation in staking data from different sources indicates that market participants may be cautious in interpreting these figures. What to Watch Watch for any announcements from key actors such as the Ethereum Foundation and major institutional investors like BlackRock and Fidelity. Developments in regulatory approvals for Ethereum-related financial products, like ETFs, could shift market expectations. Additionally, any significant technological advancements or network upgrades could further influence Ethereum’s market dynamics and price predictions by the end of the year.

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In brief Fidelity filed a pre-effective amendment on Aug. 11 to let its spot Ethereum ETF, FETH, stake the Ethereum it holds. The fund would stake up to 100% of its holdings and pay rewards to investors as quarterly cash distributions. It follows Grayscale and BlackRock, which moved first after a Treasury and IRS safe harbor cleared the path. Fidelity has asked the SEC for permission to turn its spot Ethereum ETF into a yield-bearing product. The Boston asset manager filed a pre-effective amendment to its registration statement on Aug. 11, adding disclosure that the Fidelity Ethereum Fund (FETH) will stake the ETH it holds.

The change would rewrite the fund's stated objective. FETH currently tracks the Fidelity Ethereum Reference Rate, adjusted for fees. With staking, its goal becomes that index plus an amount based on staking rewards. The filing says the trust is expected to outperform the index before expenses.

Myriad: Ethereum next price move? Click the image to make your prediction.Staking is how Ethereum secures its network: holders lock up Ethereum, which trades as ETH, to help validate transactions and earn new tokens in return. Fidelity would route its ETH through custodians, including Anchorage Digital, BitGo, and Fidelity Digital Assets, to one or more node operators, who run the validator infrastructure.

Under normal conditions the fund could stake up to 100% of its Ethereum, though it isn't required to stake any minimum. Rewards would be split between the node operators, custodians, and Fidelity as fees, with the trust keeping a portion.

Fidelity isn't first. Grayscale became the first U.S. ETF issuer to pay ETH staking rewards to holders, and the SEC has acknowledged BlackRock's proposal to add staking to its ETHA fund. The moves follow a Treasury and IRS safe harbor that let crypto trusts generate staking yield without fear of tax or regulatory blowback.

When the SEC approved spot Ethereum ETFs in 2024, those products pointedly did not allow staking; the lack of rewards has been a drawback ever since.

If approved, FETH would make quarterly cash distributions, converting staked Ethereum into dollars before paying shareholders of record. Fidelity expects the rewards to count as income for tax purposes. But the filing is blunt: distributions aren't guaranteed, and Fidelity can suspend or end them at its discretion.

Staked ETH also carries slashing risk (penalties for misbehaving validators) and can be locked up during unstaking, a liquidity snag the fund plans to manage by extending redemption timelines if needed.

FETH launched with the first U.S. spot Ethereum ETFs in 2024 and charges a 0.25% fee; the staking amendment takes effect only when the SEC declares the registration statement effective.

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3 Key Points Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) surrendered most of its post-Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) rally, consolidating between $1,850 and $1,880 as traders await Wednesday’s U.S. CPI report. Corporate treasury purchases from BitMine and SharpLink offset weakening ETF flows and negative sentiment around ongoing staking rewards debate. On-chain metrics show increased network activity, with declining long-term holder selling pressure supporting bullish longer-term sentiment despite the  Ethereum’s Post-NFP Rally FadesEthereum rallied to $1942 following last Friday’s softer-than-expected U.S. labor market report. Those gains gradually faded.

After surging as high as $1,942 on Coinbase on Aug. 7, ETH has since retraced, consolidating within the $1,850-$1,880 range before opening Wednesday’s session around $1,887.

The initial rally followed the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ surprise Nonfarm Payrolls report, which showed the U.S. economy lost 23,000 jobs in July, missing Wall Street expectations for payroll growth of 80,000 to 95,000 jobs.

Ethereum price retraced from $1942 on Friday Aug 7 and remained below $1890 ahead of US CPI data on Aug 12 | CoinmarketcapThe weaker labor market immediately shifted expectations toward a less aggressive Federal Reserve. Following Friday’s release, the CME’s FedWatch Tool showed the probability of the Fed keeping interest rates unchanged rising to 55.9%, overtaking 44.1% odds of another hike.

Attention now shifts toward Wednesday’s CPI release, scheduled for 8:30 a.m. ET, which is expected to further influence expectations surrounding September’s Federal Reserve meeting.

According to Reuters’ survey of economists, headline inflation is expected to slow to 3.4% year-over-year from 3.5% in June, while core CPI is forecast to ease to 2.5%, potentially marking its lowest annual reading since March 2021.

Bitmine and Sharplink Treasury Purchases offsets $11.6M ETF OutflowThe softer inflation expectations, combined with Friday’s weak payroll report, have reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve could leave rates unchanged later this year, although traders have largely avoided piling in large long positions ahead of the CPI release.

U.S. spot Ethereum ETFs recorded $14.6 million in net outflows on Tuesday, ending a five-day buying streak that previously attracted roughly $230-$245 million in inflows during the week ending Aug. 7-10.

Corporate treasury demand, however, has continued providing support. Cumulative Ethereum treasury holdings hit 7.58 million ETH on Aug 11, a 1.1 million increase from 7.47 million recorded at the start of July, according to TheBlock. The latest uptick was driven by purchases from Bitmine and Sharplink. 

Cumulative Ethereum treasury holding hit 7.58 million ETH on Aug 11, a 1.1 million increase from 7.47 million recorded at the start of July | TheBlockIn its weekly corporate update released on Aug. 10, BitMine Immersion Technologies disclosed that it acquired 7,391 ETH, valued at approximately $14 million, over the preceding week.

Meanwhile, SharpLink Gaming continued expanding its Ethereum treasury despite posting a headline $394.3 million second-quarter net loss.

SharpLink increased its treasury from 886,881 ETH at the end of June to 888,938 ETH by Aug. 3. The 2,057 ETH acquisition during that period brings Sharplink’s total ETH reserved to  representing approximately $1.4 billion worth of Ether at Aug 2026 prices. 

The reported loss was largely driven by $321 million in unrealized Ethereum revaluation losses and $76.1 million in liquid staking token impairments rather than operating weakness.

Operationally, the company reported revenue surged more than 1,500% year-over-year to $11.53 million, with approximately $11.2 million generated through Ethereum staking rewards

Quicknode CEO Weighs Robinhood Chain impact as Santiment Flags 5-Month Peak Ethereum Network Activity   Network fundamentals continue supporting Ethereum’s longer-term outlook. On Aug 10, Blockchain analytics platform Santiment flagged Ethereum Daily active addresses climbing to 989,500, the highest reading since March.

Ethereum Daily active addresses climbed to 989,500, the highest reading since March, 2026 | Santiment. Aug, 10, 2026This depicts steady blockchain usage despite relatively flat prices after bulls failed to follow-through on the post-NFP rally last Friday. 

Santiment cited expanding Ethereum settlement activity through Robinhood Chain, and increasing adoption of stablecoins, tokenized real-world assets and on-chain financial infrastructure as key factors supporting the Layer-1 network activity

Robinhood combines distribution, brokerage, identity, compliance, custody, asset issuance, and liquidity, according to Dmitry Shklovsky, Co-founder of Web3 infrastructure provider Quicknode.

When asked about the long-term impact of Robinhood’s Layer-2 chain, he said "if Ethereum-secured activity grows faster than value migrates away, Robinhood Chain strengthens Ethereum".

"I would measure net-new users and assets, blob demand, Layer 1 settlement frequency, ETH demand and burn, sequencer revenue retained versus paid to Ethereum, and cross-chain liquidity fragmentation", he added. 

However, institutional investors remain cautious amid ongoing discussions surrounding Ethereum staking reward proposals that could reduce validator yields once staking participation exceeds the 50% threshold.

Several industry leaders, including Lido contributors, have argued that making staking rewards less predictable could weaken institutional adoption by reducing Ethereum’s appeal as a yield-generating asset.

Ethereum Price Forecast: Long-Term Holder Conviction Supports Bullish Bias as Polymarket Eyes $2,250 RallyTechnical indicators continue suggesting Ethereum’s broader uptrend remains intact despite recent consolidation.

Eterereum’s 20-day moving average has climbed to $1,890 at publication on Aug 12 from from  $1,660 on July 1 to   reflecting sustained buying momentum over the last 50-days.

Meanwhile, Ethereum’s 1-year Active Supply Percentage has declined from 37.4% to 35.9% over the same period.

Ethereum (ETH) 1-year active supply % vs Bollinger Bands | TradingView, Aug 12, 2026This 1-year active supply metric measures the proportion of ETH moved within the past year. A falling reading while prices rise generally indicates long-term holders’ reluctance to sell ETH despite growing unrealized profits. 

If CPI cools in line with expectations, Ethereum could resume its advance toward the psychological $2,000 level before challenging resistance around $2,250.

Prediction markets show 55% chance of ETH price crossing $2250 in 2026, against 44% chance of $1500 reversal ahead of US CPI report on Aug 12 | PolymarketPrediction markets also lean predominantly bullish ahead of the CPI report. Polymarket currently assigns an 82% probability that Ethereum reaches $2,000 before year-end, while the odds of $2,250 have risen to 55%, as of midnight CET on Aug 12. 

By comparison, markets assign only 44% odds that ETH retraced below $1,500 in 2026 despite accumulating over $2 million in wagers, compared to $31,309 and $14,250 staked on the aforementioned upside outcomes. More so, probabilities decline further to 21% for $1,250 and 13% for $1,000.

Although traders remain cautious ahead of CPI, Ethereum strengthening network activity following the Robinhood chain launch and long-term investors’ reluctance to sell suggest market participants currently favor higher price targets over a deeper corrective reversal. 

However, with the US-Iran conflict still far from conclusive resolution, heavy wagers on the downside outcomes in Prediction markets reflect that traders remain well-hedged, in the event that surprise inflation data revives expectations for tighter Federal Reserve policy.

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Ethereum price today: $1,880Fidelity has filed with the SEC to allow staking in its Ethereum ETF.The filing follows disagreements concerning the latest EIP-8363, which aims to reduce rewards if the staking ratio climbs above a threshold.ETH continues range-bound movement within the key EMAs boundary.Asset manager Fidelity has filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to permit staking in its Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded fund (ETF), the Fidelity Ethereum Fund (FETH), which holds over $898 million in net assets.

Apart from ETH reserved for redemptions, expenses and liquidity needs, Fidelity stated that the fund could stake its entire holdings under normal conditions, without any minimum requirements. The fund aims to stake the assets leveraging its custodians Anchorage Digital Bank, BitGo Bank and Fidelity Digital Assets.

According to the filing submitted on Tuesday, the fund will retain 85% of gross staking rewards while the remaining will be treated as staking fees shared among sponsors, custodians and node operators.

Net rewards from the staking activity will first be used to settle the fund's expenses, while the remainder will be distributed quarterly in cash in accordance with the IRS Revenue Procedure 2025-31.

EIP-8363 staking reward debate continuesThe filing comes at a time when the Ethereum community is facing strong division concerning staking rewards. Community members are debating the viability of EIP-8363, which proposes tapering net staking yield linearly to zero if the staking ratio climbs above 50%.

While proponents state that the proposal will help solve ETH inflation and improve security, critics argue it could hurt decentralized finance (DeFi) and hamper the "ETH is productive" capital narrative, which is the key selling point to institutional investors.

The total value of staked ETH has been in an uptrend since January, rising to 41.81 million ETH on Wednesday, with an additional 2.33 million ETH in the entry queue.

ETH Supply Staked. Source: Validator QueueMeanwhile, Ethereum ETFs have posted two consecutive days of modest net outflows worth $16.3 million after last week's inflows of $244.9 million, its best week since mid-April, according to SoSoValue data. The products' total net assets remain subdued by the bearish crypto market at $10.48 billion.

Ethereum technical outlook: ETH remains in EMAs boundaryEthereum saw $32.3 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours, led by $23.4 million in short liquidations.

On the daily chart, ETH holds above the 20 and 50-day Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs) at $1,884 and $1,864, respectively, hinting at a mildly constructive near-term tone while it remains capped by the 100-day EMA resistance at $1,922.

Momentum signals are muted, with the 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) hovering near a neutral 51 and the Stochastic Oscillator (Stoch) at 54, suggesting consolidation rather than a decisive directional move.

On the topside, immediate resistance is located at the 100-day EMA, followed by a horizontal barrier at $1,961, before more distant levels at $2,172 and $2,431.

ETH/USDT daily chartOn the downside, initial support is reinforced by the 20 and 50-day EMAs. Further support levels are at $1,809 and $1,701, with deeper cushions at $1,507 and $1,415 in the event of a broader pullback.

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

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Circle National Trust custodies the backing, while published Bitcoin addresses and Chainlink Proof of Reserve provide onchain visibility; Arc support remains forthcoming.

Circle renewed its push for cirBTC as neutral institutional collateral in an Aug. 12 post, but the product is not a new launch. It has been live on Ethereum since June 8 and had only about 40 tokens outstanding at the time of review, compared with more than 116,000 WBTC and 97,000 cbBTC.

cirBTC exists onchain and can be minted and redeemed by eligible institutional participants, but distribution remains limited. An Etherscan page for the contract showed a maximum total supply of 40.01955869 cirBTC and 11 holder addresses. CoinGecko labels the asset “preview only” and says it is unavailable on the centralized and decentralized exchanges it tracks.

Circle says Circle Mint provides the institutional workflow for minting and redeeming cirBTC. Ethereum is currently the only live chain Circle identifies for the token; Arc is the next named deployment, with broader multichain support planned.

How the Backing WorkscirBTC is issued by Circle International Bermuda Limited, which Circle identifies as a Class F digital asset business regulated by the Bermuda Monetary Authority. The underlying bitcoin is held through Circle’s Bermuda affiliate and custodied by Circle National Trust for the exclusive benefit of cirBTC holders, according to Circle. The company describes Circle National Trust as a federally chartered national trust bank and qualified custodian supervised by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.

Circle’s June launch post also said the underlying BTC is segregated from the company’s corporate assets.

A Circle reserve dashboard timestamped Aug. 11 at 8 a.m. showed 40.02159077 cirBTC in supply against 42.5070808 BTC in reserves. The dashboard lists the BTC reserve addresses and their individual balances, allowing counterparties to inspect the holdings on the Bitcoin blockchain.

Circle says cirBTC uses Chainlink Proof of Reserve rather than a monthly attestation model. Chainlink describes the system as publishing verified reserve data onchain so users and protocols can monitor whether tokenized assets remain collateralized.

Circle’s neutrality claim is commercial rather than a claim of decentralized issuance. The company defines neutrality as not operating a competing centralized exchange, decentralized exchange or lending protocol. Minting and redemption run through Circle Mint, while Etherscan identifies the cirBTC token as a proxy contract.

A Long Way From WBTC and cbBTCCoinGecko put WBTC at 116,132 tokens in circulation and a $7.362 billion market capitalization at the time of review. Coinbase Wrapped BTC had 97,231 tokens in circulation and a $6.162 billion market capitalization.

The incumbents also have broader chain footprints. WBTC’s official site identifies Ethereum, Solana, Tron, BNB Chain, Base, Kava and Osmosis as native networks. CoinGecko lists cbBTC deployments on Ethereum, Base, Monad, Solana and Arbitrum.

cirBTC, by comparison, does not yet have a tracked CoinGecko price or market capitalization. For now, Ethereum is the only live chain Circle identifies, while Arc support is “coming soon,” subject to applicable regulatory approvals.

Bitcoin held steady as July CPI inflation cooled to 3.4% year-over-year from 3.5% in June.

CryptocurrencyTickerPriceBitcoin(CRYPTO: BTC)$63,311Ethereum(CRYPTO: ETH)$1,882Solana(CRYPTO: SOL)$75.74XRP(CRYPTO: XRP)$1.01Dogecoin(CRYPTO: DOGE)$0.07075Shiba Inu(CRYPTO: SHIB)$0.05447Notable Statistics:

Coinglass data shows 70,067 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $155.39 million.        SoSoValue data shows net inflows of $4.89 million from spot Bitcoin ETFs on Tuesday. Spot Ethereum ETFs saw net outflows of $1.8 million. In the past 24 hours, top gainers include Bitway, NEAR Protocol and Stable. Notable Developments:

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CryptosBatman explained Bitcoin remains range-bound between $62,500 support and $65,400 resistance after bouncing from the lower end.

Recovering MFI flashes improving momentum, but a reclaim of the 200 EMA near $64,300 followed by a break above $65,400 is needed to strengthen the bullish setup.

Trader KillaXBT sees current Bitcoin levels as a potentially generational buying opportunity. He argues that investors rotating toward AI could eventually return to BTC at much higher prices. Bitcoin is expected to trade above $160,000 by 2029.

Trader Rekt Capital highlighted that Bitcoin risks turning a modestly positive August into a negative month. The analyst notes that this would align with the historically bearish August performance seen during bear markets.

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