Law and Order

Former FTX Legal Advisors Move to Dismiss Lawsuit, Claiming No Knowledge of Fraud

In brief Fenwick & West moves to dismiss lawsuit alleging the law firm aided FTX’s multi-billion dollar fraud, arguing it had no knowledge of wrongdoing. Firm claims it only provided “routine and lawful legal services” despite bankruptcy examiner finding “exceptionally close relationships” with FTX leadership. Lawyers argue plaintiffs are recycling allegations from a dismissed case…

Health

Heatwaves Age Your Body Like Smoking or Drinking, 15-Year Study Finds

In brief Extreme heat acts like a lifestyle toxin, accelerating aging by 8–11 days per degree of exposure—with outdoor workers aging up to 33 days faster under the same conditions. Researchers found that heat shortens telomeres and strains the liver, lungs, kidneys, and heart, compounding long-term disease risks. Cooling strategies, hydration, and water-based exercise can…

Opinion

Morning Minute: Ethereum to $7,500? Standard Chartered Thinks So

In brief Standard Chartered projects ETH could reach $7,500 by end of year and $25,000 by 2028 based on current adoption trends ETH ETFs have accumulated over $8B since July with major corporate buyers like BitMine and SharpLink stacking aggressively Ethereum’s yield advantages through staking and DeFi utility make it potentially stronger than Bitcoin as…

Markets

Here’s What to Expect From Bitcoin in September as Network Activity Slows

In brief On-chain data shows a 13% drop in adjusted transfer volume, signaling weaker demand. Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw continued outflows, adding to macro-driven selling pressure. September has averaged negative returns for Bitcoin, compounding cautious sentiment. Bitcoin’s bounce on Tuesday may offer a brief respite for investors, but experts are warning that a deeper “cooling-off…

Opinion

Morning Minute: The Solana Treasury Gold Rush Accelerates

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 SubstackGM!Today’s top news: Crypto majors red but moving higher after Trump moved to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook ETH ETFs see $444M in net inflows,…