Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, has delivered one of his boldest forecasts yet, suggesting Hyperliquids HYPE token could soar to $5,000. Speaking on a podcast with Kyle Chasse, Hayes tied his outlook to a massive expansion in the stablecoin market, which he believes could push aggregate supply beyond $10 trillion. Such growth, he argues, would ignite a wave of speculative trading and drive demand for high-leverage platforms like Hyperliquid. Hayes emphasized that retail investors seeking outsized returns will flock to risk-on environments. In his words, many see leverage trading as a way...

Brazils Congress is debating Provisional Measure 1303/25, a tax reform that could reshape the nations crypto landscape. The proposal introduces a flat 17.5% tax on all crypto gains, eliminating the current progressive system that ranges from 15% to 22.5%. It also abolishes the monthly exemption on transactions under R$35,000 ($6,500), meaning even small trades would now be taxed. The government enacted this measure in June to offset revenue shortfalls after a failed attempt to increase the Financial Transactions Tax (IOF). If approved, the new system will take effect in January 2026....

Bitcoin (BTC) surged to $115,927, up nearly 4% in a week, as weakening U.S. economic data boosted expectations of a Federal Reserve interest-rate cut. Risk assets, including equities and crypto, benefited from this shift in sentiment, with the SP 500 closing at record highs on hopes of looser monetary policy. Recent data highlighted the economic slowdown. The U.S. economy created almost 1 million fewer jobs than initially reported for the year ending March, marking the sharpest downward revision in history. August saw just 22,000 jobs added, unemployment rising to 4.3%, and jobless claims...

Investors are bracing for the Federal Reserves Sept. 17 monetary policy decision, with markets widely expecting a 25 basis point rate cut. While such a move could trigger short-term volatility, history suggests it may pave the way for long-term gains across stocks, crypto, and commodities. The latest economic data highlights the Feds dilemma. Augusts Consumer Price Index rose 0.4%, pushing annual inflation to 2.9%, while Core CPI increased 0.3%. Producer Price Index data showed mixed signals, with headline PPI slipping 0.1% but core PPI climbing 2.8% year over year, the strongest since March....

The rise of Ethereum layer 2 networks has sparked growing interest from enterprises, with over 150 already in existence. These networks promise scalability, lower costs, and access to Ethereums vast ecosystem. Companies like Coinbase, Kraken, and Robinhood see them as strategic tools to serve millions of retail users. However, for most firms, launching a proprietary layer 2 may not make sense. Unlike building a new layer 1 blockchain, a layer 2 on Ethereum leverages Ethereums security and liquidity while allowing businesses to control fees, access, and visibility. The economics are...

The cryptocurrency market is buzzing as memecoins and altcoins surge, signaling the start of a potential alt season. Bitcoins dominance has slipped 3.5% in the past month, underperforming against alternative cryptocurrencies. Altcoin season indexes from CoinMarketCap and CoinGlass now confirm the market is entering altseason territory, where altcoins consistently outperform BTC. The shift comes as traders anticipate the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates this month. Lower rates typically boost risk appetite by making safer assets like bonds less attractive, driving investors toward...

TON Strategy Company (TONX) has repurchased over 250,000 shares of its common stock at $8.32 per share, a price notably lower than its treasury asset value (TAV) of $12.18. The buyback is part of the firms $250 million repurchase initiative, designed to enhance shareholder value and reinforce its position in the crypto market. The company recently pivoted to toncoin (TON) as its primary treasury asset, underscoring its long-term commitment to blockchain technology. TONX also revealed that it has begun staking its substantial TON holdings to generate passive income. By participating in network...

Reports indicate that new evidence has undermined President Donald Trumps attempt to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook just days before a key Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. Markets widely expect the Fed to cut U.S. interest rates soon, and Cooks continued presence is seen as crucial in protecting the Feds independence from political influence. Trump has long pushed for aggressive rate cuts, even considering firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell. While Powell has recently shown openness to easing policy, Trumps focus shifted in August toward Cook, accusing her of mortgage...

Circle, the second-largest stablecoin issuer, has minted more than $677 million worth of USD Coin (USDC) within just three hours, fueling speculation across the crypto community. Large-scale stablecoin issuances are often seen as bullish signals, suggesting preparation for heightened liquidity and potential market growth. USDCs 24-hour trading volume surged 20% since yesterday, and the sudden injection of hundreds of millions in tokens could ensure smooth circulation if trading activity spikes. Similar moves in the past, such as World Liberty Financials $200 million USD1 mint before its...

Sei Network is preparing for a major leap forward as it integrates data from the US Department of Commerce onto its blockchain. This move positions Sei as a potential backbone for the tokenized economy, enhancing trust and opening the door to large-scale adoption of stablecoins and real-world assets (RWAs). The integration follows the Departments previous collaboration with Chainlink (LINK) to bring GDP and PCE data on-chain. Now, with Chainlink Data Streams live on Sei, the network is setting the stage for institutional-grade settlement and government-backed data access in real time....