August 8, 2026

1. Trump Media Cancels $6.4 Billion Crypto Venture Amid Ethics Concerns

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Trump Media & Technology Group, along with Crypto.com, has terminated plans for a $6.42 billion digital-asset treasury venture. The decision comes as scrutiny over President Donald Trump's family's digital asset businesses intensifies. The move unwinds one of the largest crypto projects associated with Trump.

Sources:CryptoSlate

2. Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs See Over $1 Billion Inflows in Strongest Week Since April

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US-listed spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs attracted more than $1 billion in new investments this week, marking their best performance since April. The spot Bitcoin ETFs alone accounted for $853.54 million of the inflows, indicating a resurgence in demand for regulated crypto investment products.

3. Brazil's Central Bank Imposes Restrictions on Large Crypto Transfers Abroad

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Brazil's central bank has ordered exchanges to delay large crypto transfers abroad, specifically those exceeding $10,000 or flagged as risky. This move aims to enhance oversight and mitigate potential risks associated with large-scale crypto transactions.

Sources:CoinDesk

4. Bitcoin's BIP-110 Proposal Spurs Debate as Minority Chain Emerges

technology

The controversial BIP-110 proposal, which limits non-financial data on Bitcoin, has led to a split with supporters forming a minority chain. With miner support below 3%, the proposal has sparked discussions about Bitcoin's block space usage and potential hard-fork scenarios.

5. IMF Suggests Domestic Stablecoins Could Increase Demand for Dollar-Backed Tokens

technology

Dan Katz, the IMF's first deputy managing director, stated that domestic stablecoins might boost the demand for digital dollars due to their liquidity and cross-border acceptance. This perspective highlights the potential impact of stablecoins on the global financial ecosystem.

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Last updated: 8/8/2026, 11:00:51 PM UTC

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