U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $189.3 million in net inflows during the Aug. 18 trading session, while spot Ethereum ETFs saw $71.4 million in net inflows.
The SEC proposed new crypto offering rules as Congress remains stalled on broader digital asset market structure legislation, keeping regulatory clarity in focus for token issuers.
The U.S. accounting standards board FASB proposed conditions under which stablecoins could be treated as cash equivalents, a step that could affect how companies report stablecoin holdings on balance sheets.
Maya Protocol halted its network after an exploit involving Bitcoin and other assets, with reports pointing to estimated losses of around $1.7 million and a sharp drop in pool value.
Robinhood’s CEO urged U.S. regulators to clear a path for tokenized stocks, arguing that overseas markets are moving faster in bringing equities onchain.
Bitcoin is trading around $64,336, while Ethereum is trading around $1,919.
The Fear and Greed Index stands at 46, indicating fear in market sentiment.
