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A crypto Index provides a way for investors to gain diversified exposure to a specific basket of digital assets through a single tokenized product. These indices often track specific sectors, such as DeFi, DePIN, or RWA, and are automatically rebalanced via smart contracts. In 2026, AI-managed thematic indices have become the gold standard for passive investing, allowing users to track the "blue chips" of the Web3 economy without manual portfolio management. This tag covers index methodology, rebalancing frequency, and the benefits of diversified crypto baskets.

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BRC-20 Indexer Upgrade Brings Ethereum-Like Features to Bitcoin

BRC-20 Indexer Upgrade Brings Ethereum-Like Features to Bitcoin

The post BRC-20 Indexer Upgrade Brings Ethereum-Like Features to Bitcoin appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. In brief BRC-2.0 embeds EVM functionality directly into Bitcoin’s BRC-20 indexer. The upgrade aims to expand Bitcoin tokens beyond meme coins into programmable assets. Backers say the move positions BRC-20 ahead of Runes by enabling a DeFi ecosystem. BRC-20, the first token standard built directly on Bitcoin’s base layer and indexers, has officially launched “BRC2.0” at Bitcoin block height 912690, which took place Monday morning. The upgrade embeds EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine) functionality directly into the BRC-20 core indexer, allowing developers to deploy Ethereum-style smart contracts on Bitcoin, without relying on bridges, oracles, or trusted intermediaries. The move enables programmability to Bitcoin-native tokens, effectively turning BRC-20 assets into composable and interoperable instruments that can interact with EVM-compatible chains and scaling layers. The BRC2.0 upgrade was developed by Best In Slot, a key infrastructure player in the Ordinals ecosystem, in collaboration with BRC20’s pseudonymous creator Domo and the Layer 1 Foundation, the governance body overseeing the protocol. “Bitcoin meta-protocols like Ordinals, Runes, and BRC20 run on indexers, which function like simple calculators,” Eril Binari Ezerel, CEO of Best In Slot, shared in a press release to Decrypt. “We upgraded this ‘calculator-style’ indexer with EVM—making BRC20 Turing complete.” From meme coins to modular apps Since its launch in early 2023, BRC-20 has seen over $3 billion in asset value traded. The milestone has been achieved without raising venture capital or receiving institutional support. Even as activity cooled in 2025, BRC-20 volumes remained dominant, registering 5,636 BTC (US$633 million) in on-chain volume over the last six months, more than double Runes and nearly five times more than traditional Ordinals inscriptions. The new smart contract functionality expands what’s possible for Bitcoin-native assets.  Until now, these tokens have been primarily used for meme coins and speculative trading, with few real-world applications due to Bitcoin’s…

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Mark Palmer Sees More Than 100% Upside

Mark Palmer Sees More Than 100% Upside

The post Mark Palmer Sees More Than 100% Upside appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Strategy’s (MSTR) recent share-price weakness has drawn criticism from retail investors who accuse executive Executive Chairman Michael Saylor of undermining discipline by loosening a self-imposed rule against issuing equity when the company’s premium to its bitcoin holdings (mNAV) fell below 2.5x. That criticism, however, misreads the situation, Benchmark analyst Mark Palmer said in a research report Tuesday. The stock’s underperformance has more to do with market dynamics, namely a compressing premium to its bitcoin net asset value and broader volatility in crypto and macro markets, than with capital mismanagement, Palmer wrote. By updating its guidance on Aug. 18 to allow tactical equity issuance even below the 2.5x mNAV threshold, Strategy effectively restored flexibility, the analyst said. Rather than a capricious move, the change freed the company to keep buying bitcoin during periods of weakness, maintaining its accumulation flywheel. This approach is consistent with its history of adapting its balance sheet, Palmer argued, whether paying down restrictive debt, refinancing with convertible bonds, or innovating with perpetual preferred stock designed to supply permanent capital without refinancing risk. That financial innovation has been one of Strategy’s most overlooked strengths., according to Palmer. Its preferred stock program has created new bitcoin-linked instruments attractive to hedge funds and volatility traders, validating the firm’s strategy and expanding the investor base. Each successful placement underscores the appetite for bitcoin-tied fixed income and cements the company’s reputation as a credible issuer experimenting at the intersection of crypto and traditional markets. The company may soon face another milestone: potential inclusion in the S&P 500 index. If admitted, the stock could see billions in passive inflows and would join Coinbase (COIN) and Block (XYZ) in embedding crypto exposure directly into the portfolios of mainstream equity investors, the broker said. Palmer reiterated its buy rating and $705 price target, calling Strategy…

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United States ISM Manufacturing New Orders Index up to 51.4 in August from previous 47.1

United States ISM Manufacturing New Orders Index up to 51.4 in August from previous 47.1

The post United States ISM Manufacturing New Orders Index up to 51.4 in August from previous 47.1 appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Information on these pages contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Markets and instruments profiled on this page are for informational purposes only and should not in any way come across as a recommendation to buy or sell in these assets. You should do your own thorough research before making any investment decisions. FXStreet does not in any way guarantee that this information is free from mistakes, errors, or material misstatements. It also does not guarantee that this information is of a timely nature. Investing in Open Markets involves a great deal of risk, including the loss of all or a portion of your investment, as well as emotional distress. All risks, losses and costs associated with investing, including total loss of principal, are your responsibility. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of FXStreet nor its advertisers. The author will not be held responsible for information that is found at the end of links posted on this page. If not otherwise explicitly mentioned in the body of the article, at the time of writing, the author has no position in any stock mentioned in this article and no business relationship with any company mentioned. The author has not received compensation for writing this article, other than from FXStreet. FXStreet and the author do not provide personalized recommendations. The author makes no representations as to the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of this information. FXStreet and the author will not be liable for any errors, omissions or any losses, injuries or damages arising from this information and its display or use. Errors and omissions excepted. The author and FXStreet are not registered investment advisors and nothing in this article is intended…

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Crypto Has Been Flat Against Gold For Past 8 Years, Mike McGlone Unveils

Crypto Has Been Flat Against Gold For Past 8 Years, Mike McGlone Unveils

The post Crypto Has Been Flat Against Gold For Past 8 Years, Mike McGlone Unveils appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Crypto and stocks have been flat against gold: McGlone Saylor still believes in Bitcoin as Strategy buys 4,048 BTC Mike McGlone, a senior commodity expert at Bloomberg Intelligence, has taken to his official X account to share with the community his observations regarding Bitcoin, gold and what their current price dynamic may be saying about the overall state of the global economy. Meanwhile, gold has reached a new all-time high of $3,578. You Might Also Like Crypto and stocks have been flat against gold: McGlone In his tweet, McGlone stated that over the past eight years, the Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Index and the S&P 500 have “flatlined vs. gold”, essentially meaning that while valued in dollars, crypto and stocks may have appreciated significantly, they have not gained much value relative to gold. Generally, crypto is expected to outperform gold over time, particularly in times of inflation, and in dollar terms, this is what has been happening. McGlone seems to be hinting that should gold continues to hold steady against risk assets, such as Bitcoin or stocks, or continues to outperform them, it may signal that the global economy is experiencing a major weakness at the moment or even indicate the coming of a profound change in the global financial order. Today, the price of a single gold ounce surged to $3,578, soaring by 120% in total over the past three years. Gold Guiding Stuff That’s Never Happened – Feint or Profound? It’s not a good sign for the global economy that the S&P 500 and Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Index have flatlined vs. gold for about eight years. Is the ancient store of value ripe for reversal? My analysis of annual… pic.twitter.com/VQOtsEndUW — Mike McGlone (@mikemcglone11) September 2, 2025 Saylor still believes in Bitcoin as Strategy buys 4,048 BTC Michael Saylor,…

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Banking Giant Citibank Announces Stablecoins Could Launch Financial Transformation! Here Are the Details

Banking Giant Citibank Announces Stablecoins Could Launch Financial Transformation! Here Are the Details

The post Banking Giant Citibank Announces Stablecoins Could Launch Financial Transformation! Here Are the Details appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Global banking giant Citi announced in its latest “Securities Services Evolution” report that the post-clearance processes of financial transactions are on the verge of a major transformation. Citi: Stablecoins and AI Could Launch a New Era in Financial Transactions The bank’s fifth annual survey drew opinions from 537 industry leaders, including custodians, brokerage firms and asset managers. According to the report, tokenization, T+1 implementation, and artificial intelligence (GenAI)-based automation are reshaping post-clearance transactions. Citi predicts that 10% of market volume could be in tokenized assets by 2030. It’s emphasized that stablecoins issued by the bank will be the primary enablers of this transformation, playing a critical role in collateral efficiency and fund tokenization. The Asia-Pacific region, in particular, is leading the way in this area thanks to both individual investor interest and regulatory support. AI integration is also a priority for the industry. 86% of companies surveyed said they are testing AI in their customer onboarding processes, while 57% are running pilot projects for direct post-clearance transactions. According to Citi, speed and automation will be the most critical elements in the transition to the T+1 standard. “From expedited settlement to automation in asset servicing, there’s a globally converging vision around the same themes,” said Chris Cox, Head of Citi Investor Services. “The industry is on the cusp of a historic transformation driven by the adoption of digital assets and the application of artificial intelligence.” *This is not investment advice. Follow our Telegram and Twitter account now for exclusive news, analytics and on-chain data! Source: https://en.bitcoinsistemi.com/banking-giant-citibank-announces-stablecoins-could-launch-financial-transformation-here-are-the-details/

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United States ISM Manufacturing Employment Index climbed from previous 43.4 to 43.8 in August

United States ISM Manufacturing Employment Index climbed from previous 43.4 to 43.8 in August

The post United States ISM Manufacturing Employment Index climbed from previous 43.4 to 43.8 in August appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Information on these pages contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Markets and instruments profiled on this page are for informational purposes only and should not in any way come across as a recommendation to buy or sell in these assets. You should do your own thorough research before making any investment decisions. FXStreet does not in any way guarantee that this information is free from mistakes, errors, or material misstatements. It also does not guarantee that this information is of a timely nature. Investing in Open Markets involves a great deal of risk, including the loss of all or a portion of your investment, as well as emotional distress. All risks, losses and costs associated with investing, including total loss of principal, are your responsibility. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of FXStreet nor its advertisers. The author will not be held responsible for information that is found at the end of links posted on this page. If not otherwise explicitly mentioned in the body of the article, at the time of writing, the author has no position in any stock mentioned in this article and no business relationship with any company mentioned. The author has not received compensation for writing this article, other than from FXStreet. FXStreet and the author do not provide personalized recommendations. The author makes no representations as to the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of this information. FXStreet and the author will not be liable for any errors, omissions or any losses, injuries or damages arising from this information and its display or use. Errors and omissions excepted. The author and FXStreet are not registered investment advisors and nothing in this article is intended…

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Ethereum Breakout Imminent with $8500 to $22000 Targets

Ethereum Breakout Imminent with $8500 to $22000 Targets

Ethereum is seeing renewed attention from whales, with key buying driving market interest. Analysts say a breakout from major technical patterns will unleash large-scale price action, which could impact the broader crypto market. Currently, Ethereum (ETH) is trading at $4,381.78 with a 24-hour trading volume of $62.24 billion and a market cap of $530.55 billion. […]

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US stocks dive as UK, US bond yields surge, NASDAQ plunges

US stocks dive as UK, US bond yields surge, NASDAQ plunges

The post US stocks dive as UK, US bond yields surge, NASDAQ plunges appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. NASDAQ caves as US, European bond yields jump higher. A US court has called Trump’s tariffs unconstitutional, and US government could be forced to pay back tariffs. US 30-year Treasury briefly touches 5.00% on Tuesday. With a lower high already in place, traders watch for NASDAQ Composite to initiate downtrend with lower low. September seems eager to prove its reputation as a poor month for stock market performance. On the first trading day of September after the Labour Day holiday, Tuesday opened with the NASDAQ Composite plunging down 1.85%. The danger is coming from the bond market. US Treasury yields are soaring after a court struck down US President Donald Trump’s tariff regime, calling it unconstitutional. The tariffs themselves remain in place as a lower court takes up further procedural issues with the case, but critics worry that the government might be forced to pay back hundreds of billions of dollars in collected tariffs. This would stretch an already hefty fiscal deficit with a large issuance of new Treasuries, the thinking goes. Across the pond, UK Gilts are separately witnessing their highest yield levels since 1998 as that country deals with extremely high government deficits. Government bonds in Germany, France and the Netherlands also hit their highest yields since 2011, according to Deutsche Bank. In the early going on Tuesday, the US 5-year Treasury saw yields rise over 1% to 3.77%, while the 30-year bounced lower after temporarily reaching 5.00%. “Yields on longer-dated government bonds in advanced countries continue to rise, with the UK notably experiencing this alongside a weaker currency—similar to what is more usual for developing countries,” said Mohamed El-Erian, Allianz’s chief economic advisor. NASDAQ 100 slides to 23,000 The NASDAQ 100 (NDX) found its footing after falling from above 23,473 to an intraday low of 21,044 on…

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Decoupling: Crypto Goes Up While US Stock Market Goes Down

Decoupling: Crypto Goes Up While US Stock Market Goes Down

Bitcoin registered 1.58% gains while the S&P 500 dropped 1.48% on September 2, breaking their historical correlation pattern. Market signals point to a potential altseason beginning. The post Decoupling: Crypto Goes Up While US Stock Market Goes Down appeared first on Coinspeaker.

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OPTO Miner integrates with XRP, ushering a new era of cloud mining

OPTO Miner integrates with XRP, ushering a new era of cloud mining

OPTO Miner’s XRP cloud mining offers passive income amid market volatility. #sponsoredcontent

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