Flash News

TREE NEWS reports: Ethereum client Besu has patched five security vulnerabilities discovered by CertiK in version 26.7.1, released on July 27, with detailed advisories published on August 14. The delayed disclosure gave node operators an 18-day buffer to upgrade. The flaws could have allowed attackers to exhaust node memory or threads, impacting availability and consensus.

TREE NEWS reports: Gate’s latest reserve report shows total reserves reached $8.215 billion, with an overall reserve coverage ratio of 127%. This indicates the exchange holds sufficient assets to cover user deposits, reinforcing its financial stability.

TREE NEWS update: According to CoinGlass data, Bitget’s BTC futures trading volume surged 25.13% in 24 hours, while ETH volume increased by over 33%. This indicates heightened activity in crypto derivatives trading on the exchange.

TREE NEWS update: Gate’s latest reserve report shows total reserves increased to $8.215 billion as of August 19, 2026, with an overall reserve coverage ratio of 127%, maintaining a high safety buffer. BTC and ETH reserves exceed user assets by 22.79% and 22.05% respectively, while stablecoin reserves reach 111.63% coverage.

TREE NEWS reports: Upbit has placed SAND of The Sandbox under a trading caution designation, suspending deposit and withdrawal services. The Sandbox confirmed a cross-chain bridge vulnerability on August 22, affecting Base and BSC networks, and has paused cross-chain functionality.

TREE NEWS reports: Several international banks and regulatory bodies are participating in a pilot program for quantum-resistant cryptocurrency transfers. The initiative aims to safeguard digital assets against potential threats from quantum computing. This marks a significant step towards future-proofing the financial system.

TREE NEWS reports: Responsible Fintech Institute and Safeheron launched a quantum-resistant digital asset wallet and on-chain transfer pilot on NEAR testnet, involving banks and regulators from Europe, Middle East, and Asia. Participants include Abu Dhabi Global Market, Bhutan’s Gelephu Financial Services Office, Malta’s FSA, Bison Bank, and DK Bank. The pilot aims to test wallet generation and transfers in a shared environment, with a whitepaper and open-sourcing planned.

TREE NEWS update: Banks and regulators from Abu Dhabi, Bhutan, and Malta are participating in a pilot to test post-quantum wallets and on-chain transfers. This initiative aims to prepare the financial system for quantum computing threats.

TREE NEWS reports: Bitcoin surged about 23.5% in a week to $79,500, driven by macro catalysts (U.S. Treasury bond buybacks, Trump meeting with crypto executives), ETF inflows, and the largest short squeeze ever. The article analyzes the performance and beta of major crypto stocks (MSTR, COIN, CRCL, HOOD, miners), highlighting MSTR’s high leverage and CRCL’s unique business model, while cautioning that leverage cuts both ways.

TREE NEWS reports: Gate and WLFI have introduced the USD1 points program, with the second phase airdropping 700,000 WLFI tokens. The initiative aims to boost engagement and reward users within the ecosystem.

TREE NEWS update: WasabiCard is scaling its global remittance services, now offering enterprises real-time cross-border payment capabilities in over 30 fiat currencies. This move aims to enhance efficiency and flexibility for businesses conducting international transactions.

TREE NEWS update: BLUECHIP, a meme coin on the Base network, has seen its market cap exceed $6 million, surging over 120% intraday. The rapid price increase highlights continued speculative interest in Base ecosystem tokens.

TREE NEWS reports: Pakistan has launched a licensing portal for virtual asset service providers, requiring existing firms to apply for a No Objection Certificate by September 5 or cease operations. This move establishes a formal regulatory framework for crypto in the country.

TREE NEWS update: BRTFit is preparing for Southeast Asian expansion and has announced the rules for its 1 million BRT genesis airdrop. The move signals growing interest in fitness-focused crypto projects in the region.

TREE NEWS reports: The current Crypto Fear & Greed Index stands at 74, indicating a state of ‘Greed’ in the market. This metric suggests strong bullish sentiment among crypto investors.

TREE NEWS update: Bitcoin surged over 26% last week, hitting $79,500, sparking a broad crypto rally. Ethereum rose 29.8%, while altcoins like ENA (+100.75%) and PUMP (+88-99%) led gains, driven by macro liquidity shifts and regulatory optimism. Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs saw record inflows of $2.6B, signaling institutional return.

TREE NEWS reports: Gold advocate Peter Schiff argues that artificial intelligence poses a threat to Bitcoin rather than a benefit, citing potential for AI-driven manipulation or displacement of crypto’s role. His comments add to the debate over AI’s impact on digital assets.

TREE NEWS update: A transfer of 38.8 million USDT to Binance was detected on-chain, likely signaling a large investor moving stablecoins to the exchange, possibly for trading or investment purposes.