According to PANews, Goldman Sachs' Chief Strategist for Global Banking and Markets, Josh Shifrin, has expressed a preference for five-year U.S. Treasury bonds, anticipating a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September. Shifrin highlighted that the five-year Treasury bonds, currently yielding between 3% and 4%, are not only attractively valued but also offer protection in weakening risk markets. As of August 19, the yield on these bonds stands at 3.85%, a significant drop from the beginning of the year, indicating market expectations for a more accommodative policy. Shifrin predicts that the Federal Reserve will reduce interest rates by 25 basis points at its meeting next month, potentially initiating an easing cycle that could extend into 2026.

Binance announced the addition of LINK/USDC pair into the ongoing zero-fee trading promotion for VIP 2-9 Users and Spot Liquidity Providers.Promotion period: August 21, 2025, 00:00 (UTC) to October 11, 2025, 23:59 (UTC)All VIP 2-9 users and Spot Liquidity Providers will enjoy zero maker and taker fees on LINK/USDC spot trading pair traded during the promotion period. 

The global cryptocurrency market cap now stands at $3.87T, down by -3.90% over the last day, according to CoinMarketCap data.Bitcoin (BTC) has been trading between $114,366 and $116,980 over the past 24 hours. As of 09:30 AM (UTC) today, BTC is trading at $115,430, up by 0.65%.Most major cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading mixed. Market outperformers include API3, UTK, and PLUME, up by 88%, 25%, and 23%, respectively.Top stories of the day:Powell's Upcoming Speech at Jackson Hole Sparks Speculation on Fed's Rate Cut PlansSupraNova Launches on Ethereum Mainnet, Expands Chain SupportBitcoin Wallets Increase Holdings Amid Market AdjustmentsBitcoin Market Awaits Fed Chair Powell's Speech Amid Economic UncertaintyBitMine Views Ethereum Short Positions as Future Buying PowerTD Cowen Maintains Bullish Target for Strategy Amid Bitcoin AccumulationS&P Maintains U.S. Sovereign Rating with Stable OutlookFed Faces Internal Debate Amid Calls for Rate CutsSEC Delays Decisions on Key Crypto ETFs Until OctoberCrypto News: Ether ETFs Break Records With $3.75B Inflows as Crypto Products Hit All-Time VolumeNFT News: NFT Market Cap Drops $1.2B as Ether Rally Stalls; Pudgy Penguins Overtake Bored ApesBitcoin News Today: Dip Buyers ‘Stopped the Train’- 5 Things to Know in Bitcoin This WeekBitcoin News: Bitcoin Rising Wedge Breakdown, As Analysts Warn BTC Price Could Drop to $88KMarket movers:ETH: $4278.94 (+0.99%)XRP: $3.0174 (+2.38%)BNB: $843.89 (+1.64%)SOL: $181.88 (+0.80%)ADA: $0.9253 (+1.68%)DOGE: $0.21896 (-0.68%)TRX: $0.3497 (+1.45%)LINK: $24.27 (-0.65%)WBTC: $115428.04 (+0.64%)XLM: $0.4081 (+1.11%)Top gainers on Binance:API3/USDT (+88%)UTK/USDT (+25%)PLUME/USDT (+23%)

Corporate Bitcoin adoption in 2025 surges: key drivers, strategies, risks, and how companies integrate Bitcoin into their business models. The article The rise of the Bitcoin Treasuries, the new model that redefines corporate finance was first published on Crypto Valley Journal. source: https://cryptovalleyjournal.com/focus/background/the-rise-of-the-bitcoin-treasuries-the-new-model-that-redefines-corporate-finance/?utm_campaign=rss_reader&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=feed_source&utm_content=The+rise+of+the+Bitcoin+Treasuries%2C+the+new+model+that+redefines+corporate+finance

OKB is on the rise once again. source: https://cryptopotato.com/bitcoin-price-settles-at-115k-after-trump-zelenskyy-meeting-okb-eyes-new-ath-market-watch/

If Ethereum’s inflows are signalling the start of an altcoin boom, projects like Bitcoin Penguins may be the ones that ride the strongest tailwinds. With a $10 million hard cap and $3. 7 million raised so far, BPENGU’s traction is undeniable source: https://coinjournal.net/news/best-crypto-presales-bitcoin-penguins-grab-eyeballs-as-eth-sees-increased-etp-inflows/

"BONK has recently fallen below a crucial support level, indicating a significant shift in market dynamics as liquidity begins to weaken. This decline raises concerns about potential further losses in the near future, prompting investors to reassess their positions and consider the implications of this downturn on the overall performance of the asset." source: https://blocknews.com/bonk-slips-below-key-support-as-liquidity-weakens-more-losses-ahead/

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed two bills creating first-of-their-kind cryptocurrency consumer protections in the Midwest. source: https://www.cryptopolitan.com/illinois-governor-law-consumers-crypto-scams/

The U. S. OCC encourages community banks to innovate by partnering with stablecoin developers, enhancing payment solutions and financial innovation. source: https://coincu.com/355851-occ-supports-stablecoin-partnership

According to Cointelegraph, South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) has instructed cryptocurrency exchanges to pause the introduction of new digital asset lending services. This directive comes amid increasing concerns over the risks associated with such services and underscores the necessity for well-defined regulations. The FSC has communicated to exchanges that while new lending services should be halted, existing agreements, including repayments and maturity extensions, will continue to be allowed. On July 31, the FSC, in collaboration with the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), announced the formation of a joint task force aimed at establishing a regulatory framework for crypto lending. The forthcoming guidelines are anticipated to address leverage limits, user eligibility, and risk disclosures pertinent to virtual asset lending activities. The FSC has also indicated its intention to conduct on-site inspections and enforce supervisory measures against platforms that do not adhere to these guidelines. The decision to suspend new lending services follows reports of significant user losses, including numerous forced liquidations within exchange-operated lending programs. The FSC highlighted an unnamed exchange that attracted approximately 27,600 users within a month of launching a lending service in mid-June, generating a volume of about 1.5 trillion Korean won ($1.1 billion). Of these users, around 13%—or 3,635 individuals—experienced forced liquidations as the value of their crypto holdings declined. Additionally, the FSC noted the activities of two companies offering Tether (USDT) lending services, which led to a spike in selling volume and an unusual drop in USDT prices. The agency warned that continuing new lending operations without adequate safeguards could further jeopardize investor funds. Crypto lending has remained a regulatory gray area in South Korea despite the country's efforts since 2020 to establish foundational regulations for virtual asset service providers (VASPs). These efforts include Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Travel Rule requirements under the revised Act on Reporting and Using Specified Financial Transaction Information. In 2023, the Virtual Asset User Protection Act was enacted, providing a legal basis for penalizing unfair practices such as market manipulation and the mishandling of user deposits. However, crypto lending has continued to operate without a clear regulatory framework or licensing regime, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive rules in this sector.

Iggy Azalea's feud with Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin stems from his criticism of celebrity-driven crypto projects like her meme coin, MOTHER. While Buterin focuses on blockchain technology's serious use, Iggy promotes her ventures with bold entertainment events, sparking controversy.

Vitalik Buterin donated over $500K in animal-themed meme coins to charity, urging more practical utility for meme coins. Is this a genuine act of altruism or a strategic move to enhance his image while offloading coins?

Pump.fun offers a 0.5 SOL reward to incentivize successful token launches on its platform, which has seen only 1.4% of tokens reach the Raydium DEX. Despite its innovative bonding curve model, the platform's memecoins remain high-risk with a low success rate.

Metallica's official X account was hacked to promote the Solana token METAL, making them the latest victim of celebrity meme coin scams. Rapper 50 Cent and wrestler Hulk Logan also joined the growing list of victims this month.

Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho recently endorsed crypto, claiming it has gone mainstream. However, blockchain detective ZachXBT highlighted Ronaldinho's questionable history in the crypto space.

Andrew Tate's meme coin, Daddy Tate ($DADDY), surged on Solana with his massive online following but faced steep price drops amid controversy and insider trading allegations, posing high risk for investors due to its dependency on Tate's influence and volatile market nature.

Within a week of its launch, Iggy Azalea's MOTHER token achieved a market cap exceeding $200M. However, the recent trend of celeb meme coin releases has drawn criticism from Vitalik Buterin. Will MOTHER’s momentum last?