KLEA Crypto Daily: Monday, August 11, 2025

Published: August 12, 2025 – 00:03 UTC

Here’s a look back at the key stories from August 11, 2025.

U.S., Allies Seize $1 Million in Bitcoin, Servers from Russian Ransomware Gang

Law enforcement agencies have seized servers, domains, and $1 million in bitcoin linked to a Russian ransomware group accused of attacking numerous organizations, marking a significant crackdown on cybercrime.

Stripe Is Developing A New Payments-Focused Blockchain

Stripe is reportedly working on a new blockchain focused on payments, as indicated by a recent job posting on a site for the crypto lobby group Blockchain Association, according to Fortune.

Orca DEX Plans Buybacks and Token Staking

Solana's third-largest decentralized exchange, Orca DEX, has announced plans for staking to be launched in September, signaling further developments in the DeFi space.

Bitcoin Rally Takes Cryptocurrency Market to $4 Trillion All-Time High

A surge in both bitcoin and altcoin prices drove the entire crypto ecosystem into $4 trillion territory for the first time in history. Bitcoin topped $122K before easing back to $119K, marking a historic milestone for the market.

Nasdaq-listed Fundamental Global Acquires 47,331 ETH for Ethereum-based Strategies

Nasdaq-listed Fundamental Global has acquired 47,331 ETH using its entire $200M private placement. The company plans to stake and restake its holdings for Ethereum-based RWA and stablecoin yield strategies, with custody provided by Anchorage Digital.

SEC and CFTC Launch Crypto Initiatives to Revamp Regulations and Promote Innovation

SEC and CFTC are embarking on initiatives to modernize regulations and promote blockchain integration in financial markets, with the SEC focusing on securities regulations and US leadership in blockchain, while the CFTC launches a "crypto sprint." This move could have significant implications for the future of crypto regulation and innovation.

Peter Thiel–backed Bullish Raises IPO Target to Nearly $1 Billion

Bullish, backed by Peter Thiel, has increased its IPO target from $629 million to up to $990 million, valuing the company at around $4.8 billion. This adjustment, underwritten by JPMorgan, marks a substantial shift in the company's financial strategy and potential market impact.

Eth Breaks Through $4K, Btc Nears Ath, Punks Now $240K

Bitcoin nears all-time high, while Ethereum hits highs since 2021. ETH leads majors with 71% odds it hits $5k in 2025. Various significant developments in the crypto space, including BlackRock's stance on XRP and SOL ETFs, Harvard's BTC ETF investment, and more.

Ethereum’s Fusaka Upgrade Set for November

Ethereum’s Fusaka upgrade is scheduled for November 2025, aimed at enhancing scalability and network resilience while keeping smart contracts intact.

Strategy Celebrates 5 Years of Bitcoin Success with $18M BTC Purchase

Strategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, marked its 5-year Bitcoin anniversary by acquiring 155 BTC for $18 million, showcasing a 25% year-to-date yield on their Bitcoin position in 2025.

India’s Finance Ministry Uncovers ₹29,208 Cr in Hidden Foreign Assets, ₹1,089 Cr in Crypto Income for AY 2024–25

The Finance Ministry in India has made a significant breakthrough, revealing undisclosed wealth totaling ₹29,208 crore in foreign assets and an additional ₹1,089.88 crore in crypto income for the assessment year 2024–25. This discovery highlights the intensified efforts of Indian tax authorities to bring undeclared overseas holdings into the tax net through targeted compliance campaigns.

Crypto surges past Apple with $4.1tn market cap. Three drivers are seen to fuel an even higher rally

The cryptocurrency market has surpassed the valuations of tech giants like Microsoft and Apple, reaching a total market cap of over $4.1 trillion. This milestone reflects the sector's remarkable growth and is driven by a weekend rally that carried over into Monday, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading the way amidst fresh policy shifts and growing investor interest.

Bitcoin and Ethereum Rally as Market Focuses on US CPI Release

Crypto markets saw a significant rebound over the weekend, with Bitcoin surpassing $122k and Ethereum hitting $4.3k. The correlation between equities and BTC has strengthened, and all eyes are now on Tuesday's US CPI release for potential impact on market expectations.

'Mysterious Institution' Buys Nearly $1B Worth of Ether in a Week

Ethereum's market capitalization surpasses Mastercard as a mysterious institution acquires nearly $1 billion worth of Ether in a week.

Bitcoin Nears All-Time High as Ethereum Hits Highest Price Since 2021

Bitcoin approaches its all-time high as it surpasses $122,000, driven by positive regulatory developments and growing institutional interest, with analysts predicting a potential breakout towards $135,000.

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