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CFTC seeks public comment on proposed rule changes for CPO and CTA registration
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
CFTC seeks public comment on proposed rule changes for CPO and CTA re…

The proposed CFTC rule changes could significantly impact compliance costs and operational flexibility for fund manager…

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Bitcoin miners’ AI pivot pays off, but mining could revive with one twist
News Article Aug 18, 2026
Bitcoin miners’ AI pivot pays off, but mining could revive with one t…

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Global bond yields surge as debt fears test bitcoin’s hedge narrative
News Article Aug 18, 2026
Global bond yields surge as debt fears test bitcoin’s hedge narrative

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Hyperliquid Policy Center and trade[XYZ] petition SEC to create regulatory framework for pre-IPO perpetual contracts
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Hyperliquid Policy Center and trade[XYZ] petition SEC to create regul…

The push for IPOPs could democratize pre-IPO market access, potentially reshaping investment landscapes and regulatory …

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Kaito Pulse integrates off-platform trading data into X timeline
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Kaito Pulse integrates off-platform trading data into X timeline

Kaito Pulse's integration could transform social media into a more transparent trading platform, influencing both marke…

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Strategy reaffirms focus on STRC as Digital Credit with 12% annual dividend
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Strategy reaffirms focus on STRC as Digital Credit with 12% annual di…

Strategy Inc.'s focus on STRC may shift investor sentiment, emphasizing preferred securities over common stock, affecti…

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Intesa Sanpaolo reveals $966M stake in SpaceX, making it the bank’s largest US holding
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Intesa Sanpaolo reveals $966M stake in SpaceX, making it the bank’s l…

Intesa's significant SpaceX investment highlights a bold strategic shift towards high-risk, high-reward sectors, influe…

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US-Iran ceasefire expires as Iran says MoU aimed to end the war, not just pause it
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
US-Iran ceasefire expires as Iran says MoU aimed to end the war, not …

The expired ceasefire risks escalating tensions, potentially disrupting global oil supply and impacting international e…

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Japan's Metaplanet launching U.S. bitcoin treasury company through $135 million nanocap deal
News Article Aug 18, 2026
Japan's Metaplanet launching U.S. bitcoin treasury company through $1…

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Klarna stock plunges 20% on lowered guidance amid retail slowdown
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
Klarna stock plunges 20% on lowered guidance amid retail slowdown

Klarna's stock drop highlights vulnerabilities in fintech amid economic shifts, challenging the BNPL model's resilience…

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Strategy raised $334 million from MSTR shareholders last week — Bitcoin got none of it
News Article Aug 18, 2026
Strategy raised $334 million from MSTR shareholders last week — Bitco…

Common-equity proceeds funded preferred dividends, buybacks and reserves while Strategy made no Bitcoin transactions. T…

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JPMorgan’s Gabriela Santos identifies assets to buffer AI volatility
Analysis Aug 18, 2026
JPMorgan’s Gabriela Santos identifies assets to buffer AI volatility

Diversifying AI investments across regions and sectors can mitigate risks and capitalize on broader growth opportunitie…

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