CryptoNews

BTC Hits $64,360, but Bitfinex Warns of Downside Risks

August 5, 2026
Bitcoin posted a 0.8% gain, trading between $63,300 and a session high of $64,360, while holding support above $63,500 and keeping market cap at $1.29 trillion. A sudden rally triggered a heavy short squeeze, wiping out $35 million in short positions. Key Takeaways Bitcoin peaked at $64,360 as time runs out for a vote on the CLARITY Act. $35 million in short positions were wiped out while…
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Binance Launches Lite Loan With No Liquidation for 30 Days

August 5, 2026
Binance has launched a 30-day bitcoin-backed loan offering up to 1,000 USDT, with no price-triggered liquidation during the initial term. A promotional 0.5% service fee remains available through Sept. 3. Key Takeaways Users can borrow up to 1,000 USDT against eligible BTC…
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Ripple Pushes Full XRPL Stack as Tokenized Assets Expand

August 5, 2026
Ripple is building issuance, stablecoin, trading, custody, and credit infrastructure as financial institutions adopt tokenized assets. Its XRPL ecosystem links programmable funds with continuous settlement, liquidity, yield, collateral, and compliance tools. Key…
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Are aliens running out of places to hide? It turns out we've searched much more of the galaxy than we realized

August 5, 2026
When people grow impatient at the lack of success in the search for alien life, researchers often point to how few of the Milky Way’s 100 billion stars or so have been searched so far. But it may be that the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI) has surveyed more stars than astronomers had realized. Louisa Mason, a PhD student at the University of Manchester, had a recent epiphany…
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AI & RoboticsNews

Apple says more ex-employees may have taken confidential data to OpenAI

August 5, 2026
Apple is now seeking a preliminary injunction in its trade secrets case against OpenAI, which aims to stop the AI model maker from moving forward with developing an AI device or other products based on Apple’s technology. The iPhone maker also claims that more of its former employees may be involved with the trade secrets theft. In a new filing, Apple is requesting expedited discovery from…
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Award-winning photographers all started somewhere – these are the 10 photo contests to enter this August

August 5, 2026
Whether you’re a seasoned photographer, a beginner just getting started or someone who loves capturing beautiful moments, submitting your images to photo competitions is one of the best ways to gain exposure and recognition. Entering competitions isn’t just about winning – though prizes and publicity are great bonuses! It’s also a chance to dive into your archives, rediscover…
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