KLEA Crypto Daily: Monday, August 25, 2025

Published: August 26, 2025 – 00:03 UTC

Here’s a look back at the key stories from August 25, 2025.

Bitcoin, Ether Funds See $1.4 Billion Outflows Despite Powell-Led Price Bounce

Crypto investment products experienced a significant $1.4 billion in net outflows last week, the largest since March, as investors withdrew from bitcoin and ether funds despite a price rebound following dovish remarks by U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Redemptions from funds managed by firms like BlackRock, Grayscale, and Fidelity reached nearly $2 billion early in the week before reversing course.

XRP Credit Card Launches With up to 4% Back—Unlocks Full Real-World Utility

XRP has entered the mainstream by powering instant crypto cashback through the launch of a new credit card. This development further solidifies XRP's role in payments and rewards, offering users the ability to accumulate tokens with every purchase made.

World Federation of Exchanges Urges Tighter Oversight of Tokenised Stocks

The World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) has called on regulators like the U.S. SEC, ESMA, and IOSCO to enhance supervision of tokenised stocks, warning of potential risks as these products imitate equities without providing shareholder rights or market protections.

Grayscale Files to Convert Avalanche Trust to ETF

Crypto asset manager Grayscale has submitted a registration statement to convert its Avalanche Trust into an ETF, aiming to transition the investment vehicle to offer enhanced opportunities for investors.

Japan Finance Minister Says Cryptocurrencies Can Play Role in Diversified Portfolios

Japan's Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato believes cryptocurrencies could be part of diversified investment portfolios, emphasizing the government's aim to foster innovation without excessive regulation. Despite the high volatility of crypto assets, creating a conducive investment environment could make them a viable option for diversification.

Fed Withdraws Its Notice on Supervising "Novel Activities"

The Federal Reserve has decided to discontinue its bank supervision program related to "novel activities," opting to monitor banks' innovative activities through the regular supervisory process. This move impacts all banks under the Fed's supervision, including those with assets of $10 billion or less.

The Rise of Crypto Casinos: Are They the Future of Online Betting?

The rise of crypto casinos, fueled by the use of Bitcoin, is reshaping the landscape of online gambling. These casinos, leveraging blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin, are offering unique gaming experiences that traditional online casinos cannot match. As more people embrace cryptocurrencies, the question arises whether crypto casinos are poised to become the next big trend in online betting.

Corporate Crypto Treasuries Expand with Significant Bitcoin and Ethereum Purchases

Strategy Inc., Metaplanet Inc., and BitMine Immersion Technologies reported substantial purchases of Bitcoin and Ethereum, with Strategy Inc. acquiring 3,081 Bitcoin at a total cost of $356.9 million. These purchases were funded through equity offering programs, indicating a growing trend of corporate investments in cryptocurrencies.

Decentralized Exchange Platforms Clear $425 Billion in a Monthlong Frenzy of Onchain Trading

Decentralized finance (DeFi) experienced a surge in trading activity, with top decentralized exchange platforms collectively processing $425 billion in on-chain trading over the last month. This frenzy highlights the increasing popularity and liquidity of DEX venues in the DeFi space.

Sharps Technology Stock Soars Over 50% After $400 Million Solana Treasury Bet

Sharps Technology Inc. shares skyrocketed after announcing a $400 million private placement to fund a digital asset treasury anchored by Solana, with backing from ParaFi, Pantera, FalconX, and Republic Digital.

BitMine Immersion (BMNR) Reigns as the #1 ETH Treasury in the World

BitMine Immersion Technologies announced crypto + cash holdings exceeding $8.82 billion, making it the #1 Ethereum treasury and the 2nd largest crypto treasury globally.

Whale’s $2.6 Billion Bitcoin Sale Fueled Weekend Crash Amid ETH Buying Spree

Bitcoin experienced a significant drop to its weakest level in over a month following a major investor's sale of thousands of coins in favor of Ethereum. This sell-off, totaling about $2.6 billion, led to a shift in market momentum and impacted the broader cryptocurrency market.

Galaxy, Jump, and Multicoin Seek $1 Billion Solana Treasury

Galaxy Digital, Jump Crypto, and Multicoin Capital are in discussions to raise approximately $1 billion to establish a dedicated Solana treasury, potentially creating the largest SOL treasury. This effort involves a public company vehicle and could have significant implications for the crypto market.

Stablecoin Usage Ramps up in Venezuela Amid Rampant Devaluation

Stablecoin adoption is on the rise in Venezuela as businesses turn to dollar-pegged tokens due to government controls imposing lower official exchange rates, highlighting the utility of stablecoins in distressed economies.

A Whale Makes Significant Purchase of $LINK

A whale who previously made $1.72M by swing trading $LINK 2 years ago has recently bought 663,580 $LINK ($16.85M).

Source: KLEA News