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In brief Bitcoin holds steady near $114,000 despite August inflation rising to 2.9%, outpacing July’s 0.2% increase. Odds of a 50 basis point Fed rate cut next week dropped from 12% to 9% following the hotter CPI data. Crypto analysts expect any market volatility from the inflation print to be short-lived ahead of next week’s…
We’re excited to launch something new — and if you’ve ever wanted to take a position on what’s going to happen next in crypto markets, this could be for you. Today we’re launching Kraken Perps (short for Kraken Perpetuals), available in select regions to eligible clients worldwide. These offer a simple, flexible way to trade…
Morning Minute is a daily newsletter written by Tyler Warner. The analysis and opinions expressed are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Decrypt. Subscribe to the Morning Minute on Substack.GM!Today’s top news: Crypto majors rip after a soft PPI print; BTC hits $114,000 Forward Industries closes $1.65B raise to buy SOL; SOL at $225…
In brief A lawsuit against Bitcoin treasury Strategy has been scrapped. Much like a different lawsuit dismissed in August, this one alleged shady accounting practices. A number of lawsuits have been brought against Strategy this year, Decrypt previously reported. Another shareholder lawsuit alleging dodgy accounting practices at Bitcoin treasury giant Strategy has been dropped, court…
In brief Solana is up 4% on Wednesday and hit a seven-month high price of nearly $225. The asset might be primed for a year-end run, according to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan. Hougan cited demand from pending spot ETFs and digital asset treasuries as potential catalysts. Solana is getting hot again—and may be primed for…
In brief Bitcoin up 0.5% to $114,000+ after producer price index fell 0.1% in August. 88% of investors expect 25 basis point Fed rate cut at next week’s FOMC meeting. Tomorrow’s consumer price index could drive additional crypto market volatility. Bitcoin ticked higher after the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the producer price index dropped…
In brief Bitcoin’s recent lag is tied to the Nasdaq’s mean reversion, according to experts—leaving it at risk of deeper drawdowns. A potential Fed rate cut on September 17 could ease macro uncertainty and help Bitcoin and other risk-on assets regain momentum. Institutional investors are rotating capital into Bitcoin ETFs, possibly in anticipation of a…
In brief Derivatives exchange Cboe plans to introduce continuous Bitcoin and Ethereum futures for U.S. customers. If approved by regulators, the products will be available in November. Currently, U.S.-based traders have access to futures that expire. Derivatives exchange Cboe plans to introduce continuous Bitcoin and Ethereum futures for U.S. customers in November, pending regulatory approval,…
In brief Investors are bracing for revisions to U.S. payrolls, inflation updates, and the Fed’s September 17 rate call. Analysts warn overlapping events, including VIX futures expiry, could set off sharp swings in risk assets. Ethereum shows stronger trading momentum than Bitcoin, with rising open interest and sustained spot demand. Monday’s lull in trading for…
In brief Sharplink (SBET) shares fell 11% after announcing plans to stake ETH on Linea, now trading at $15.73. 82.5% of prediction market users on Myriad doubt the company will reach its 1 million ETH target by September 16. Analysts say aggressive share issuances to fund ETH purchases are diluting existing investors and making the…
