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On August 20, 2026, Bitcoin surged 7.2% to $69,494, propelled by the U.S. Treasury’s decision to double long-dated bond buybacks starting September 9
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Why XRP’s $1 Hold Matters Amid Ripple’s Regulatory and Institutional Moves
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Tether’s KPMG Audit Boosts Confidence Amid Regulatory Headwinds and AI Expansion
On August 17, 2026, Tether announced the completion of a comprehensive audit by KPMG, confirming a $6.814 billion reserve surplus as of the end of 2025.
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How Bitcoin Is Reshaping Travel Payments Amid Global Crypto Rules and Market Shifts
As Bitcoin steadies around $64,000, evolving global regulations like the FATF Travel Rule are reshaping cross-border crypto payments, especially for travel.
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PUMP Rockets 12% on First Golden Cross Since 2025 Amid Buybacks and Leveraged Frenzy
On August 19, 2026, PUMP posted an 11.9% gain, fueled by its first golden cross since mid-2025 and robust buyback activity from Pump.fun.
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TIBBIR’s 20% Surge Highlights Liquidity-Driven Rally Amid AI Compliance Hype
On August 19, 2026, TIBBIR surged 20.3% to $0.208374, diverging sharply from modest gains in Bitcoin and Ethereum.
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