TREE NEWS reports: The US Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has proposed updating accounting guidance to allow stablecoins to be reported as cash equivalents, potentially simplifying how companies hold and report these digital assets. This move could increase institutional adoption by providing clearer accounting treatment for stablecoin holdings.
TREE NEWS update: CFTC Chairman stated that regardless of whether the Clarity Act passes, the crypto industry will ultimately face clear regulatory rules. This signals a move toward more defined oversight for digital assets in the US.
TREE NEWS update: Bitdeer Technologies has signed a five-year, $400 million AI cloud computing agreement for its Malaysia facility, with revenue expected to begin in early 2027. The company aims to build 350 MW of AI cloud capacity by 2028.
TREE NEWS update: Eightco Holdings repurchased 14 million shares, boosting its digital asset treasury to $389 million. This move underscores the growing trend of corporate treasuries adopting crypto assets.
TREE NEWS reports: Three whale addresses have collectively accumulated ETH worth $12.42 million over the past two hours, according to on-chain data. This significant buying activity may signal bullish sentiment among large holders.
TREE NEWS reports: Bitcoin futures open interest across major exchanges has surged 15.03% in the past 24 hours, indicating a significant increase in market activity and leverage. This spike suggests heightened trader engagement and potential volatility in the near term.
TREE NEWS update: The US Treasury has proposed new investment rules for the ‘Trump Account,’ aiming to regulate how funds are managed. This move could impact market confidence and crypto policies.
TREE NEWS update: In a podcast recorded just before Bitcoin’s 10% surge on Aug 20, veteran investor Rob shared his disciplined DCA approach, buying more as prices fall. He remains cautious, expecting a bottom around October, and discusses regulatory hurdles like the CLARITY Act and the rise of AI agent payments.
TREE NEWS update: Rapid7 has uncovered a crypto phishing operation that targeted 885,000 phone numbers and compromised 5,576 Binance accounts. The campaign likely used SIM-swapping or similar techniques, highlighting ongoing security threats in the crypto space.
TREE NEWS reports: An analyst notes that Bitcoin has closed above the active supply cost basis of $70,400, a key on-chain level. This suggests that short-term holders are in profit, which could signal bullish momentum. The metric is watched as a potential support level in uptrends.
TREE NEWS reports: San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly stated that she sees no evidence requiring the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates ahead of schedule. Her comments suggest the central bank remains patient on monetary policy amid current economic conditions.
TREE NEWS update: Micron Technology announced plans to invest $250 billion in the United States, aiming to create 90,000 jobs. This major capital expenditure underscores a broader trend of domestic semiconductor manufacturing expansion, though it has no direct link to crypto or RWA tokenization.
TREE NEWS reports: CryptoQuant founder noted that demand for Bitcoin spot and perpetual futures has turned positive for the first time since October 2025, indicating renewed market interest. This shift suggests improved sentiment and potential upward momentum for Bitcoin.
TREE NEWS update: Rapid7 has exposed a widespread crypto phishing campaign that targeted 885,000 phone numbers, tricking victims into visiting fake wallet websites to steal their funds. The campaign highlights the growing threat of social engineering in the crypto space.
TREE NEWS reports: The US initial jobless claims for the week ending August 15 came in at 206,000, lower than the expected 210,000. This indicates a resilient labor market, which may influence Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions.
TREE NEWS update: US continuing jobless claims for the week ending August 8 reached 1.799 million, exceeding the expected 1.79 million. This indicates a slight softening in the labor market, which could influence Federal Reserve policy decisions.
TREE NEWS update: Riot Platforms has signed a $9.8 billion lease agreement with two tech companies to develop AI data centers. The deal marks a significant expansion into AI infrastructure for the Bitcoin miner, diversifying beyond crypto mining.
TREE NEWS reports: Franklin Templeton has completed a $1.5 billion CFO (credit facility) financing to bolster its private market asset allocation. The move signals growing institutional interest in alternative assets, potentially including tokenized RWAs.
TREE NEWS update: Solmate, a treasury management company focused on Solana, has increased its SOL holdings by 1,000 tokens, pushing its total portfolio value above $100 million. The move underscores continued institutional confidence in Solana’s long-term prospects.
TREE NEWS reports: Optimism’s governance vote to transfer 5.469 million OP tokens from unclaimed user airdrops to the ecosystem fund has sparked controversy. Critics argue it undermines user trust, while supporters see it as a way to fund ecosystem growth.