Bitcoin

Israel’s Bank Leumi to Revisit Bitcoin Trading: Key Implications

Bank Leumi, Israel's largest bank, is revisiting Bitcoin trading, a move that would extend crypto access to customers through a mainstream banking channel rather than a standalone exchange.

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Tether Obtains Audit: What It Means for USDT Transparency

Tether obtains audit for the first time in its history, saying on August 13, 2026 that KPMG U. S.

Bitcoin

Norway Wealth Fund’s Indirect Bitcoin Exposure Reaches Record High as Strategy Makes Up 86%

Norway's sovereign wealth fund has reached a record level of indirect Bitcoin exposure, with Strategy accounting for roughly 86% of that position, according to K33. The exposure comes through the fund's equity holdings rather than any direct ownership of Bitcoin.

Scam Alert

French Tax Breach Exposes 678K as Crypto Wrench Attacks Rise

A data breach tied to France's tax administration reportedly exposed the personal information of nearly 678,000 people, intensifying concerns that identifiable crypto holders could face a rising wave of physical "wrench attacks.

Bitcoin

Bitcoin Miner Sells BTC to Fund AI Data Center Pivot

The company said the sale reduced its debt by approximately $30 million and strengthened liquidity to support the Michigan site, according to the company's announcement . For related coverage, see Bitdeer Sells 274.

Bitcoin

Hyperscale Data Sells 685 Bitcoin for $43M to Fund Michigan Data Center

Hyperscale Data has sold approximately 685 bitcoin for roughly $43 million, using the proceeds to cut debt and strengthen liquidity as it funds the buildout of a data center in Michigan.

Ethereum

SharpLink Will Stake $200M of Ethereum Through Lido’s wstETH

The Ethereum treasury company said on August 13, 2026 that it will deploy a $200 million ETH staking allocation through Lido, framing the decision as an expansion of its existing staking and restaking treasury strategy.

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Cboe Seeks SEC Approval for 3x Bitcoin and Ether ETFs

The exchange operator has moved to list triple-leveraged funds tied to Bitcoin and Ether, a filing that must clear a formal regulatory review before any product can trade, according to reporting from The Block . For related coverage, see Monochrome Litecoin ETF Seeks Approval to Launch on Cboe Australia .