NEWS Bitcoin’s $80K Rally Faces New Volatility as Long Liquidations Surge Ahead of Massive Options Expiry
Bitcoin has climbed back above $80,000, buoyed by strong ETF inflows and supportive macro moves from the U.S. Treasury.
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NEWS XRP Faces Critical Crossroads as Rally Meets Regulatory and Unlock Risks
XRP surged nearly 50% in the week leading up to August 24, 2026, driven by U.S. Treasury bond buyback expansions, Ripple’s White House policy engagement, and
NEWS Bitcoin’s Rally Faces a Crucial Test Amid U.S. Treasury Stimulus and Jackson Hole Uncertainty
Bitcoin has edged higher to $78,904, buoyed by a U.S. Treasury move to double long-dated bond buybacks and sustained inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs.
NEWS Why Did XRP Drop 4% After a 70% Rally? Unpacking the Volatility Behind the Crypto Surge
XRP’s price fell over 4% today, dipping below $1.50 after a rapid 70% surge earlier this month. The rally was driven by U.S.
NEWS Storj Faces Steep Decline as Major Exchanges Delist Amid Bankruptcy Restructuring
Storj’s token price dropped sharply by 18.26% today, driven by a wave of delistings from major exchanges including Binance and South Korean platforms Upbit and
NEWS Bitlayer’s 169% Surge Raises Questions Amid Thin Liquidity and No Clear Catalyst
Bitlayer (BTR) surged 168.9% on August 26, 2026, hitting $0.079 amid $22 million in daily volume, without a clear catalyst.
NEWS Bitcoin Pauses Near $78,500 as Market Eyes Inflation Data and Fed Signals
Bitcoin’s recent rally, fueled by US Treasury bond buybacks and a massive short squeeze, hit a peak above $81,000 on August 25, 2026.
NEWS XRP Faces Cooling After Rally Fueled by U.S. Treasury Bond Buybacks and Regulatory Hopes
XRP’s recent surge was driven by a U.S. Treasury announcement doubling bond buybacks, triggering crypto short liquidations and lifting institutional demand.
NEWS Ethereum’s Rally Faces Overbought Risks Despite Record ETF Inflows and On-Chain Demand
Ethereum (ETH) has climbed to $2,487 driven by unprecedented institutional ETF inflows, a Bitcoin-led crypto rally, and renewed market liquidity from U.S.
NEWS Bitcoin Nears $80,000 as U.S. Treasury Bond Buybacks and ETF Inflows Fuel Rally
Bitcoin’s price rally accelerated this week, pushing the cryptocurrency close to the $80,000 mark on August 25, 2026.
NEWS CASHCAT’s Rally Defies Broader Crypto Trends Amid Speculative Frenzy on Robinhood Chain
On August 25, 2026, CASHCAT continues to defy the broader crypto market’s modest recovery with a 34.7% price surge, driven by intense spot and futures trading
NEWS Nesa’s Sharp 25% Drop on Kraken Deposit Glitch Highlights Fragile Token Sentiment
On August 24, 2026, Nesa (NES) suffered a steep 25.4% price drop following Kraken’s announcement of deposit delays for the token.
NEWS Chainlink’s CCIP Adoption and Institutional Flows Drive LINK’s 20% Weekly Surge Amid Growing Ecosystem
LINK’s recent price gains reflect a powerful combination of real-world adoption and institutional interest.
NEWS XRP’s Surge Meets Flash Crash: What Ripple’s Regulatory Push Means for Traders
XRP rallied over 50% in a week, driven by U.S. Treasury bond buyback announcements and Ripple’s engagement in U.S.
NEWS Bitcoin Surges Past $77K Amid Treasury Bond Boost and Regulatory Clarity, Eyes $100K by Year-End
Bitcoin (BTC) has gained over 20% in the past week, reaching $77,648 as of August 24, 2026. This surge follows the U.S.
NEWS LIT Surges 9.4% Amid Robinhood Chain Campaign and Whale Accumulation, But Token Unlock Looms
On August 24, 2026, Lighter (LIT) stands out with a 9.4% price increase, fueled by sustained demand from its ongoing points farming campaign with Robinhood
NEWS NEAR Protocol’s AI Push and Market Resilience Challenge Bearish Forecasts Ahead of SEC ETF Decisions
On August 23, 2026, NEAR Protocol (NEAR) trades at $1.95, up 4.4% in 24 hours, buoyed by strategic AI integrations and a broader crypto market rebound.
NEWS XRP’s Sharp Flash Crash Reveals Fragile Rally Amid Regulatory Hopes and Leveraged Risks
After surging over 60% in the prior week on hopes for the CLARITY Act and institutional backing, XRP suffered a brutal 37% flash crash on August 22, 2026.
NEWS Bitcoin Pulls Back After Rally Fueled by Treasury Bond Buybacks and Regulatory Optimism
Bitcoin’s recent rally, sparked by the U.S. Treasury’s decision to double long-term bond buybacks and a White House meeting with crypto leaders, pushed BTC
NEWS LayerZero’s ZRO Surges Amid Partner Exodus and Market Rotation: What’s Driving the Rally?
On August 23, 2026, LayerZero’s native token ZRO defied recent negative news by rallying 17.1% to $1.17.
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Joanna has covered crypto and digital-asset markets since 2018, with a focus on exchange volumes, ETF flows and on-chain activity. Her reporting emphasizes primary data and clear market context over narrative.
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- Crypto Markets Correspondent— InteractiveCrypto · 2018 – present
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