AI: Minnesota Accuses Grok of Enabling Digital Sexual Violence
Minnesota is going directly after Grok. The US state accuses xAI's AI of facilitating the creation of realistic sexual images from photos of identifiable individuals. A new law now bans this type of tool in the state. xAI wants to have it suspended. The conflict is now playing out in court.
Minnesota is going directly after Grok. The US state accuses xAI's AI of facilitating the creation of realistic sexual images from photos of identifiable individuals. A new law now bans this type of tool in the state. xAI wants to have it suspended. The conflict is now playing out in court.
Is the Bear Market Coming to an End?
Not much has changed since my last analysis. As you already know, I remain bearish, and I said that as long as we failed to break above $67K, Bitcoin would likely head back towards the $60K area. You also know that my analysis is mainly based on technical analysis and psychotrading. There isn't much new to analyze here because the structure hasn't really changed, but let me tell you something: There are still approximately 50 days of the bear market left if the cycle continues to play out as expected. For some time now, BTC has been moving sideways within the $60K-$65K range.
Not much has changed since my last analysis. As you already know, I remain bearish, and I said that as long as we failed to break above $67K, Bitcoin would likely head back towards the $60K area. You also know that my analysis is mainly based on technical analysis and psychotrading. There isn't much new to analyze here because the structure hasn't really changed, but let me tell you something: There are still approximately 50 days of the bear market left if the cycle continues to play out as expected. For some time now, BTC has been moving sideways within the $60K-$65K range.
Austria: Bitpanda Receives the First Public Fine Related to MiCA
The European cryptocurrency framework enters a new phase with an official sanction. Bitpanda is fined 70,000 euros in Austria for several breaches of MiCA rules. The FMA notably reproaches the platform for errors in the transmission and communication of certain documents. This legally final decision marks an important step in the concrete application of the new European regulation. It also shows that transparency obligations become a central issue for European crypto actors.
The European cryptocurrency framework enters a new phase with an official sanction. Bitpanda is fined 70,000 euros in Austria for several breaches of MiCA rules. The FMA notably reproaches the platform for errors in the transmission and communication of certain documents. This legally final decision marks an important step in the concrete application of the new European regulation. It also shows that transparency obligations become a central issue for European crypto actors.
MEXC's August 2026 Proof of Reserves Confirms User Assets Fully Backed as Reserve Ratios Remain Above 100%
Mutsamudu, Comoros, August 14, 2026 - MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, has released its August 2026 Proof of Reserves (PoR) report, audited by Hacken, showing that reserve ratios for all major assets remained above 100%, with the BTC reserve ratio reaching 288%. This report reflects MEXC's robust financial position and its continued commitment to safeguarding user assets.
Mutsamudu, Comoros, August 14, 2026 - MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, has released its August 2026 Proof of Reserves (PoR) report, audited by Hacken, showing that reserve ratios for all major assets remained above 100%, with the BTC reserve ratio reaching 288%. This report reflects MEXC's robust financial position and its continued commitment to safeguarding user assets.
Dogecoin Advocate Warns Bitcoin Holders of a Serious Security Threat
BitBox released a security update yesterday for its BitBox02 wallets. Named Dixence, the patch addresses several vulnerabilities, including two considered severe. The next day, Dogecoin contributor Mishaboar relayed the alert and urged affected holders to check their firmware without delay.
BitBox released a security update yesterday for its BitBox02 wallets. Named Dixence, the patch addresses several vulnerabilities, including two considered severe. The next day, Dogecoin contributor Mishaboar relayed the alert and urged affected holders to check their firmware without delay.
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Crypto: Bank of Russia Sets a 25% Red Line
The Bank of Russia wants to limit the role of crypto in market professionals' accounts. Its new draft regulation sets a 25% threshold for digital assets considered in the calculation of their equity. Brokers, managers, forex dealers, and crypto exchange platforms are concerned. Moscow thus allows crypto more, without giving it too much space in intermediaries' balance sheets.
The Bank of Russia wants to limit the role of crypto in market professionals' accounts. Its new draft regulation sets a 25% threshold for digital assets considered in the calculation of their equity. Brokers, managers, forex dealers, and crypto exchange platforms are concerned. Moscow thus allows crypto more, without giving it too much space in intermediaries' balance sheets.
Ripple Prepares To Unlock 1 Billion XRP On September 1
XRP is approaching a deadline that could put its market under pressure. A new wave of unlocking scheduled by Ripple is set to release a massive amount of tokens, while the price is already trading around a sensitive technical level. Behind the spectacular figure of this operation lies a more nuanced reality. Not all unlocked XRP necessarily join the market. Between genuinely available supply, risk of selling pressure, and price fragility, the coming weeks could become decisive for XRP.
XRP is approaching a deadline that could put its market under pressure. A new wave of unlocking scheduled by Ripple is set to release a massive amount of tokens, while the price is already trading around a sensitive technical level. Behind the spectacular figure of this operation lies a more nuanced reality. Not all unlocked XRP necessarily join the market. Between genuinely available supply, risk of selling pressure, and price fragility, the coming weeks could become decisive for XRP.
Bitcoin Faces A Key $65,000 Test After A Sharp Price Surge
Bitcoin abruptly jumped this Tuesday, August 18, to the $65,000 mark. This movement caught short sellers off guard, heavily exposed in derivative markets. The rise now faces a concentration of sell orders likely to slow down BTC. Meanwhile, on-chain data shows long-term accumulation, notably on the side of institutional players. Two opposing dynamics could influence Bitcoin's next trajectory.
Bitcoin abruptly jumped this Tuesday, August 18, to the $65,000 mark. This movement caught short sellers off guard, heavily exposed in derivative markets. The rise now faces a concentration of sell orders likely to slow down BTC. Meanwhile, on-chain data shows long-term accumulation, notably on the side of institutional players. Two opposing dynamics could influence Bitcoin's next trajectory.
Crypto: The CLARITY Act Faces Renewed Turmoil, but Patrick Witt Remains Confident
The Clarity Act is still not dead. Patrick Witt, the White House crypto advisor, even says he is "optimistic" ahead of the next vote scheduled in the Senate on September 15. The text exceeds 600 pages and aims to give the United States a federal framework for the crypto market. However, an old issue complicates the discussions again: the rewards paid on stablecoins.
The Clarity Act is still not dead. Patrick Witt, the White House crypto advisor, even says he is "optimistic" ahead of the next vote scheduled in the Senate on September 15. The text exceeds 600 pages and aims to give the United States a federal framework for the crypto market. However, an old issue complicates the discussions again: the rewards paid on stablecoins.
Kraken Opens More Than 7,000 US Stocks to European Investors
Access to the US markets is expanding for investors in the European Economic Area. On August 18, Kraken announced the opening of more than 7,000 US-listed stocks to its eligible clients. The offer also includes more than 700 stocks and more than 600 crypto-assets in a single regulated account. This development is part of its MiFID approval. It brings together traditional stocks, tokenized securities, and digital assets while maintaining their distinct regulatory frameworks for the concerned European investors.
Access to the US markets is expanding for investors in the European Economic Area. On August 18, Kraken announced the opening of more than 7,000 US-listed stocks to its eligible clients. The offer also includes more than 700 stocks and more than 600 crypto-assets in a single regulated account. This development is part of its MiFID approval. It brings together traditional stocks, tokenized securities, and digital assets while maintaining their distinct regulatory frameworks for the concerned European investors.
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France Taps Mistral AI To Find Flaws In Government Systems
The hacking of the Directorate General of Public Finances pushes the French State to review its cybersecurity strategy. Faced with vulnerabilities affecting administrations and exposing sensitive data, the executive wants to deeply strengthen its digital audits. A response worthy of a threat that now goes beyond public systems alone. The stolen information can feed social engineering campaigns and directly target citizens, including crypto holders. Behind this shift lies a major question: that of French digital sovereignty.
The hacking of the Directorate General of Public Finances pushes the French State to review its cybersecurity strategy. Faced with vulnerabilities affecting administrations and exposing sensitive data, the executive wants to deeply strengthen its digital audits. A response worthy of a threat that now goes beyond public systems alone. The stolen information can feed social engineering campaigns and directly target citizens, including crypto holders. Behind this shift lies a major question: that of French digital sovereignty.
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TikTok Messaging Could Soon Allow Money Transfers
TikTok is exploring a new financial feature that could change the usage of its messaging. According to Bloomberg, code discovered in the current version of the iPhone app in the United States reveals a system for peer-to-peer money transfers. The system would allow sending and receiving payments through direct messages. For now, the platform is not testing this feature. A spokesperson clarifies that the project is still in its early stages, with no public timeline announced for its potential public launch in the US.
TikTok is exploring a new financial feature that could change the usage of its messaging. According to Bloomberg, code discovered in the current version of the iPhone app in the United States reveals a system for peer-to-peer money transfers. The system would allow sending and receiving payments through direct messages. For now, the platform is not testing this feature. A spokesperson clarifies that the project is still in its early stages, with no public timeline announced for its potential public launch in the US.
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Bitcoin ETFs Draw $189M as August Inflows Near $1B
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded 189.3 million dollars of inflows on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. After 297.6 million the day before, the cumulative monthly total now approaches one billion dollars according to SoSoValue. A notable rebound, although a large portion of the capital continues to flow towards BlackRock's IBIT.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded 189.3 million dollars of inflows on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. After 297.6 million the day before, the cumulative monthly total now approaches one billion dollars according to SoSoValue. A notable rebound, although a large portion of the capital continues to flow towards BlackRock's IBIT.
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VanEck Flags 8 of 12 Capitulation Signals For Bitcoin
While bitcoin struggles to find a clear direction, VanEck attempts to date the end of the correction. The asset manager relies on on-chain data and market structure to measure the extent of the purge, especially among long-term holders. Its analysis mainly outlines a scenario for what follows. An accumulation phase whose duration could provide valuable clues about the next market reversal. How far do these models really allow anticipating the bitcoin awakening?
While bitcoin struggles to find a clear direction, VanEck attempts to date the end of the correction. The asset manager relies on on-chain data and market structure to measure the extent of the purge, especially among long-term holders. Its analysis mainly outlines a scenario for what follows. An accumulation phase whose duration could provide valuable clues about the next market reversal. How far do these models really allow anticipating the bitcoin awakening?
Trump Puts Canada Trade War on Hold for 72 Hours
Donald Trump gives Canada a three-day reprieve. The 50% tariffs that were supposed to take effect on August 19 are suspended while Washington and Ottawa finalize a trade agreement. Trump says the essential points are settled. Mark Carney talks rather about significant progress with still work to do. For markets, including crypto, a new deadline has simply replaced the old one.
Donald Trump gives Canada a three-day reprieve. The 50% tariffs that were supposed to take effect on August 19 are suspended while Washington and Ottawa finalize a trade agreement. Trump says the essential points are settled. Mark Carney talks rather about significant progress with still work to do. For markets, including crypto, a new deadline has simply replaced the old one.
Investing in Gold in 2026: All the Ways to Expose Yourself to the Yellow Metal
Gold had its best year since 1979 in 2025, with dozens of successive records. Early 2026, it surpassed 5,500 dollars per ounce before falling sharply in spring. This wide fluctuation sums up the question investors ask themselves: should you still buy gold now, and especially how? Between physical bullion, ETFs, mining stocks, and tokenized gold, entry points have never been so numerous or so unequal.
Gold had its best year since 1979 in 2025, with dozens of successive records. Early 2026, it surpassed 5,500 dollars per ounce before falling sharply in spring. This wide fluctuation sums up the question investors ask themselves: should you still buy gold now, and especially how? Between physical bullion, ETFs, mining stocks, and tokenized gold, entry points have never been so numerous or so unequal.
Bitcoin Soars to $69,000: Three Powerful Catalysts Fuel the Rise
Bitcoin picks up speed. BTC crossed $66,500 before continuing its rise towards $69,000. Matt Hougan, Bitwise's Chief Investment Officer, sees three reasons behind this movement. They all come from the United States: the SEC, the Treasury, and new political discussions around crypto.
Bitcoin picks up speed. BTC crossed $66,500 before continuing its rise towards $69,000. Matt Hougan, Bitwise's Chief Investment Officer, sees three reasons behind this movement. They all come from the United States: the SEC, the Treasury, and new political discussions around crypto.