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Block raises 2026 outlook on strong quarter, says AI touches nearly all code
Cash App and Square drove better-than-expected results, while the company said it expanded its use of AI across software engineering.
Published Date: 2026-08-06 01:33:57Creator: Cointelegraph by Felix Ng
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Mysten Labs tech chief joins Anthropic to work on AI security
Mysten Labs’ co-founder Sam Blackshear said he is joining Anthropic as AI shifts the balance between attackers and defenders.
Published Date: 2026-08-06 01:31:35Creator: Cointelegraph by Felix Ng
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Bitcoin Red Team reports 5K findings in sweeping security audit
“There’s a lot of chaos right now in the ecosystem. We absolutely understand that many people are being bombarded with security issues right now,” said Bitcoin developer Calle.
Published Date: 2026-08-06 01:09:06Creator: Cointelegraph by Felix Ng
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Senator Warren questions US AI chip policy after Trump crypto investment: Report
The lawmaker reportedly sent a letter to the Commerce Secretary demanding answers about the administration’s treatment of the UAE following investments in the Trump family’s crypto company.
Published Date: 2026-08-05 21:15:37Creator: Cointelegraph by Turner Wright
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Senator Lummis still pushing for CLARITY vote before August recess
US lawmakers have only a few days to hold a vote on a crypto market structure bill before a recess begins that could push consideration into the 2026 election season or beyond.
Published Date: 2026-08-05 19:18:24Creator: Cointelegraph by Turner Wright
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Marex invests in Digital Prime to expand institutional crypto lending
The undisclosed investment will support the development of Tokenet, a digital asset lending platform, as institutional demand for crypto infrastructure continues to grow.
Published Date: 2026-08-05 18:53:47Creator: Cointelegraph by Sam Bourgi
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Crypto-backed Michigan House incumbent loses primary despite $2M PAC support
A Midwest Democratic primary that raised accusations of payback from the cryptocurrency industry ended with the unseating of two-term incumbent Shri Thanedar.
Published Date: 2026-08-05 16:51:54Creator: Cointelegraph by Turner Wright
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Western Union brings stablecoin remittances to Visa network with Stablecard
The remittance giant is rolling out Stablecard across 37 markets, targeting cross-border payments and consumers seeking US dollar-denominated savings in volatile economies.
Published Date: 2026-08-05 16:30:56Creator: Cointelegraph by Sam Bourgi
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Gold hits 6-week highs on China demand as Bitcoin ignores fresh S&P 500 record
Gold and US stocks stole the limelight on Wednesday as Bitcoin failed to gain significantly beyond $64,000.
Published Date: 2026-08-05 15:02:16Creator: Cointelegraph by William Suberg
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Crypto whales accumulate as bear market nears late stage: CryptoQuant
Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP whales increased balances during market weakness, as CryptoQuant said large holders are absorbing supply ahead of a possible bottom.
Published Date: 2026-08-05 14:08:27Creator: Cointelegraph by Helen Partz
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