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Delio CEO Jeong Sang-ho got 15 years in prison. He defrauded users of $49.3 million.

South Korea convicted him for embezzlement and a false trading license. Delio froze withdrawals in June 2023, then declared bankruptcy in November 2024. The court found he lied to get his virtual asset license.

Our read: South Korea is sending a clear message. This isn't just about one CEO; it’s a precedent. Authorities are serious about exchange failures. Do Kwon also got 15 years. With the fear market at 29, users will notice.

Would you keep funds on a mid-tier exchange right now?

$BTC

10-year U.S. Treasury yields hit 4.674% today, a one-basis-point dip in a months-long climb.

This desk's read: the market expects inflation to stay high. Bitcoin struggles when risk-free rates compete. Don't expect a Fed ease soon.

Fiat or crypto?

$BTC

$TUT is down 49.2% in 24 hours, with 24h volume at $30M.

The price now sits at $0.0371, just above its 24-hour low of $0.0367. RSI(14) is at 23, deep in oversold territory, and price is below both the EMA20 ($0.0510) and EMA50 ($0.0663).

The desk's read: this is a clean break down. The 7-day low of $0.0241 is the next level to watch. A bounce here would imply accumulation, but for now, the path of least resistance is lower.

Would you be looking for a bounce or a retest of the 7-day low?
$TUT

KPMG just gave Tether International’s 2025 financials an unqualified opinion – the highest audit result.

Auditors found no major problems with Tether’s reporting after years of USDT backing scrutiny. This doesn't endorse Tether’s business or guarantee its obligations, but it’s a win.

The desk’s read: Tether needed this for US expansion. It’s a win for stablecoin legitimacy. The market might be fearful, but the foundation for the largest stablecoin just got stronger.

Would you keep funds on a mid-tier exchange right now?

$USDT #Stablecoins

$EDEN is up 35.7% in 24 hours on $5M volume. This move pushes it to a 24-hour high of 0.0621, near its 7-day high.

The RSI at 92 shows strong momentum, but also extreme overbought conditions. Price is above both the EMA20 at 0.0500 and the EMA50 at 0.0472, confirming the short-term trend is up. However, the last push saw a wick above 0.0621 quickly reverse.

The desk's read: any continuation would need to clear 0.0621 and hold it on volume. Otherwise, a retest of the 0.0500 EMA20 would be likely as the market is in Fear.

Would you chase a token with an RSI of 92?
$EDEN

US crypto regulation is fragmenting. The CFTC will explore new rules on August 20, following the SEC's recent move to tailor an offering regime for crypto investment contracts.

Both agencies are charting their own course. Congress failed to advance the CLARITY Act, and President Trump hasn't filled CFTC commissioner roles. This means more uncertainty, higher likelihood of conflicting rules, especially for new projects.

Would you launch a crypto project in the US right now?

$BTC

Tether just landed its first full financial audit by KPMG U.S., covering 2025 statements.

KPMG issued an unqualified opinion: Tether’s financial position was fairly presented. Reserves exceeded liabilities by $6.814 billion. This goes beyond prior attestations, including physical gold bar counts.

Our read: This legitimizes the largest stablecoin. The market sits at "Fear" (29 on the Fear & Greed Index). The trust gap between stablecoins and TradFi is closing. This audit is a massive step.

Would you trust a stablecoin without a Big Four audit right now? $USDT

XRP holders can now trade options and perpetual futures on Derive, collateralized by Flare’s FXRP.

This is a clear path for XRP capital to move onchain. It broadens DeFi utility beyond borrowing stablecoins like RLUSD, allowing hedging and speculation without depositing XRP on a centralized exchange. Options settle in USDC, so margin and liquidation risks remain.

This matters for an asset with a large holder base that has lacked sophisticated onchain markets. Reclaim $1.02 and we might see new interest.

$XRP

Biconomy ($BICO ) fell 18.8% in 24 hours, now trading at 0.0288. Volume sits at $7M.

The drop pushes $BICO to the low end of its 7-day range, touching 0.0275. Price is well below its EMA20 (0.0306) and EMA50 (0.0337), with RSI(14) at 35. The desk's read: this move looks like a clear breakdown. The market's "Fear" mood confirms it.

A bounce above the EMA20 could signal a relief rally. Otherwise, this looks like a move to re-test the 7-day low at 0.0275.

What level would make you exit $BICO ?
$BICO

The Blockchain Association just warned the Supreme Court: The Fed could use its "master account" power to push crypto firms out of the banking system.

Custodia Bank, a Wyoming crypto bank, was denied a master account. This would let it settle payments directly with the Fed. The Association calls it a deliberate move to debank the digital-asset industry.

Our read: This isn't just about Custodia. It's about the Fed gaining a quiet, powerful lever to control crypto's access to traditional finance, overriding state-level banking decisions. Fear in the market is justified.

Would you keep funds on a mid-tier exchange right now?

$BTC

B2C2 just hired Jason Lai, former chairman of Schroders Wealth Management Asia, as a senior adviser in Singapore. This isn't about retail.

It's about tapping Asia's family offices and asset managers. Goldman Sachs says one-third of family offices globally already hold crypto. B2C2, backed by SBI Holdings, is positioning for the long game in a region already seeing 69% growth in onchain activity.

Traditional wealth is coming. Not as a trickle, but as a planned expansion. Would you rather be early to the institutional money, or wait for the headlines?

$BTC

$HOME is up 22% in the last 24 hours on $12M volume, pushing to 0.0111. This move puts it above both its 20-day and 50-day EMAs, with the 24-hour high at 0.0113.

The price action today has broken through short-term resistance, but it's still below the 7-day high of 0.0123. The RSI at 67 suggests momentum is building, though the broader market remains in "Fear" at 29. I'd watch for a clean break of the 0.0123 level to confirm continuation.

Does the broader market sentiment cap this rally?
$HOME

Hawaii just banned cash deposits at crypto ATMs, effective October 1.

This isn't an anti-crypto move; it's consumer protection. ATMs can still sell crypto for dollars or swap coins. The ban targets scams, removing an attack vector for criminals preying on vulnerable users, especially older adults.

Investigations in Washington, DC, and Iowa found over 93% of kiosk transactions they examined were scams. Hawaii logged 92 kiosk-related complaints in 2025, with $3.85 million in losses.

Expect other states to follow. $BTC

$AVNT is up 22.0% in 24 hours, hitting $0.109. This move comes on $6M in volume, pushing price above both the 20-day and 50-day EMAs.

The price is now testing the top of its 7-day range at $0.116, while the broader market remains in "Fear" at 29. A sustained break and hold above $0.116 would signal conviction beyond short-term momentum. The desk would watch for a pullback that holds above the 20-day EMA at $0.100.

What would make you hold if it dips below $0.100?

$AVNT

Bullish shares jumped 10% after Q2 adjusted EBITDA more than tripled to $29.5 million.

Adjusted revenue rose 62% year-over-year to $92.6 million, reversing a $6 million loss to a $14.3 million net income. This happened despite a drop in trading volume to $179.6 billion from $197.4 billion.

Our read: Bullish is pivoting from exchange activity to subscriptions and services, which hit a record $62.7 million. This is a deliberate shift to regulated onchain markets, aiming for predictable revenue over volatile trading fees. Given the current Fear market, that's a smart move for an institutional player.

We trust an exchange that prioritizes steady services over trading volume.
$BTC

$SNXXB is up 21.6% today, trading at 14.03.
The move brings it to the top of its 7-day range (8.66–14.96), with 24-hour volume at $6M. RSI(14) is 85, showing strong momentum into overbought territory.
The desk's read: Price has broken cleanly above both the EMA20 (11.61) and EMA50 (11.02), a bullish signal in isolation. Given the broader market Fear & Greed index at 29, this suggests a strong isolated move, not general market uplift. Sustaining above 14.96 would confirm a new short-term range.
Would you buy a token going parabolic when the rest of the market is in fear?
$SNXXB

Arizona's new law helped 35 crypto ATM scam victims recover $171K. The rule lets new customers get full reimbursement, including fees, if they report the scam to the operator and police within 30 days.

This is a win for consumer protection, but it's also a clear signal: regulators are focused on the off-ramps. Expect more states to follow Arizona, adding friction to ATM use, especially for new users. This will likely slow the growth of physical crypto access points.

The market reacted, with $ATM up 18.2% in 24h, trading at 1.80. Price is above its EMA20 (1.74) and EMA50 (1.64), but the 24h volume of $7M is low for such a jump. This looks like a relief rally on a small float, not a fundamental shift.

Would you keep funds on a mid-tier exchange right now?
$ATM

Ether.fi, known for Ethereum staking, is adding tokenized stocks, fiat accounts, and portfolio-backed loans via Aave.

This pushes a DeFi protocol into direct competition with traditional banking: cashback on card purchases, automated ETHFI buybacks. With over 500,000 members and a $2 billion annual transaction run rate, Ether.fi is making a play.

Our read: This is DeFi’s mainstream push. It targets non-DeFi users with familiar banking products, aiming for market share from traditional institutions, not just other protocols.

Can users trust a DeFi app enough to replace their bank? That’s the immediate question.

$ETH $AAVE

$COTI is up 28.3% today on $16M volume, touching 0.0122.
This push sees price establish above its 20-day and 50-day EMAs, which now sit at 0.0117 and 0.0114.
While the 24-hour range topped out at 0.0153, the weekly high remains 0.0155. It's a clear move but still within a defined range.
A break above 0.0155 would signal conviction, but for now, this feels like an upward consolidation within a broader downtrend, especially with Fear & Greed at 29.
I'm watching to see if it can hold 0.0117.
$COTI

Arizona's crypto ATM law has recovered $171,332 for 35 scam victims since September 2025.

New customers can get full refunds, including fees, if they report fraud to the operator and law enforcement within 30 days. "New customer" means less than 10 days with the operator, capped at $2,000 daily.

This is a local fix for a global problem. Crypto ATM scams are a growing vector. Arizona's action helps its residents, but it exposes the wider market's lack of consumer protection. This isn't a solution; it's a stopgap.

$ATM is up 22.3% today, trading above both EMAs. Reclaim 2.05 and the week's high is in play.
$ATM