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XRP hovered around $1.43 as a 4-hour cup-and-handle targets $1.6933 on a breakout above $1.50, supported by a weekly golden cross and $1.30 floor; a break below $1.30 would invalidate the bullish setup.

Abstract: AWS Marketplace now supports Chainlink data standards and services, enabling developers and enterprises to connect AWS cloud infrastructure with smart contracts. The integration covers Data Feeds, Data Streams, and Proof of Reserve for market data and asset-backing attestations used in tokenized-asset applications.
Summary: AWS Marketplace now integrates Chainlink data standards and services, linking AWS cloud with smart contracts through Data Feeds, Data Streams, and Proof of Reserve for market data and asset backing.

DOJ drops criminal probe into Powell, easing Kevin Warsh’s Senate confirmation as Fed chair; Warsh says digital assets are integral to U.S. finance, while Tillis withheld support pending the probe.
Abstract: The U.S. Department of Justice drops its criminal investigation of Jerome Powell, easing Kevin Warsh’s path to confirmation as Fed chair. Warsh, at his hearing, described digital assets as part of the U.S. financial services fabric, while Sen. Tillis said he would not support Warsh until the probe ends.

Crypto-related U.S. stocks mostly rose in pre-market trading, with ABTC up 2.38%. MSTR rose 1.16%, SBET rose 2.27%, and COIN rose 0.31%.

AI-linked equities and debt have surged, now forming 45% of the S&P 500's value and 15.4% of US investment-grade debt, with AI debt rising to about $1.4 trillion since 2020.
The Kobeissi Letter notes that AI-linked securities now account for 45% of the S&P 500 market cap and 15.4% of U.S. investment-grade debt, with AI-related debt around $1.4 trillion, nearly doubling since 2020.

Iran's foreign minister is set to present a plan to end the war. Tasnim News Agency reported the upcoming proposal.

Donald Trump criticized prediction markets after U.S. authorities charged a soldier accused of using classified information to profit more than $400,000 on bets tied to Nicolás Maduro's removal from power. TRM Labs said monthly prediction market volume rose from about $1.2 billion in early 2025 to m

Michael Saylor said the bitcoin winter is over as bitcoin held above $78,000. Jason Fernandes said altcoins still look weak even if bitcoin improves. Mati Greenspan said the move since the Oct. 10 flash crash looked like a pullback within a broader bull

Morten Christensen plans to attend a Trump memecoin holder dinner for about $500, after spending roughly $1,200 on a similar event for top holders last year.

China's central bank and seven other departments issued online financial marketing measures that ban promotion of illegal financial activities, including virtual currency issuance and trading. The measures will take effect on September 30, 2026. Only financial institutions and legally authorized

Israel's defense minister outlined potential targets inside Iran, including energy and infrastructure, signaling plans for large-scale strikes to inflict economic damage if hostilities resume.
Abstract: Channel 12 reports that Israel's defense minister identified potential targets inside Iran—energy and infrastructure—and suggested large-scale strikes could be used to cause substantial economic damage if hostilities resume.

The Nasdaq 100 Index extended its gain to 1.5%. Gate data was the cited source for the move.

Bitmine Immersion Technologies buys 10,000 ETH from the Ethereum Foundation in an OTC deal worth $23.9M; proceeds fund protocol research, ecosystem development, and grants. Bitmine says it added 100,000+ ETH last week, totaling 4.97M.
Abstract: Bitmine Immersion Technologies announced an over‑the‑counter purchase of 10,000 ETH from the Ethereum Foundation for $23.9 million, with the proceeds directed toward protocol research, ecosystem development, and grants. The company also reported acquiring more than 100,000 ETH in the previous week, bringing its total holdings to about 4.97 million ETH.

Whale Alert reported that 250 million USDC was minted at the USDC Treasury.

Michigan man Steven Cooke lost $37,000 to scammers posing as tech support and a JPMorgan Chase rep who urged cash deposits at a Bitcoin ATM; the scam began March 20 and led to withdrawals.
Abstract: This report outlines a fraud scheme where impostors posing as tech support and a bank official pressured the victim to deposit cash at a Bitcoin ATM, tracing the March 20 start and the ensuing withdrawal requests.

Wedbush Securities set a $350 price target on Apple after Tim Cook said John Ternus will become CEO on September 1, 2026. Tim Cook said he will move to Executive Chairman.

Project Eleven awarded its 1 BTC Q-Day Prize to independent researcher Giancarlo Lelli after he broke a 15-bit elliptic curve key on publicly accessible quantum hardware. Project Eleven said the result was the largest public demonstration to date of an attack class that could one day threaten

Gate data showed Nvidia shares rose 5% intraday.