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The decline in USDT dominance stands out as a noteworthy signal in the altcoin market, and the story behind this chart paints a picture that is both promising and should be read with caution.
The fact that USDT dominance peaked and began to decline this year is historically interpreted as a sign that capital is moving out of stablecoins and back into the market. Analysts interpret this as "dry powder entering the market," because when capital languishing in stablecoins moves, it usually signals an increase in risk appetite. But the crucial question is whether this capital will flow into Bitcoi
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The decline in USDT dominance stands out as a noteworthy signal in the altcoin market, and the story behind this chart paints a picture that is both promising and should be read with caution.
The fact that USDT dominance peaked and began to decline this year is historically interpreted as a sign that capital is moving out of stablecoins and back into the market. Analysts interpret this as "dry powder entering the market," because when capital languishing in stablecoins moves, it usually signals an increase in risk appetite. But the crucial question is whether this capital will flow into Bitcoin or altcoins; the difference between these two is what distinguishes a true altseason from just a broad-based crypto rally.
At this point, caution is really important, because the current data does not yet confirm a classic altseason. The Altcoin Season Index is hovering in the mid-thirties as of August 2026, which is still definitely in the "Bitcoin Season" zone. Bitcoin dominance continues to hover around the 58-60% range, still significantly above the 55% level, which many analysts point to as a prerequisite for meaningful capital rotation. A similar scenario unfolded in May, where USDT dominance peaked and then began to decline, but this alone didn't trigger a widespread altcoin rotation.
It's also important to add that this cycle is structurally different from previous ones because there's now a massive "ETF wall." Spot bitcoin ETFs launched by large asset management companies have drawn billions of dollars from institutional investors, but these investors are generally only gaining exposure to bitcoin; this capital effectively remains locked within the BTC ecosystem. In the 2017 rally, retail money flowed much more freely into thousands of altcoins; this time the picture is different, which is why some analysts argue that the trigger level in this cycle may need to be revised upwards compared to past cycles.
However, there are also signs that the structural process is progressing in its early stages, with over fifty altcoins breaking through high-timeframe trendlines, and according to some metrics, approximately forty percent of the tracked altcoins have begun to outperform Bitcoin in the short term. This points to an early-stage rotation rather than a full-scale expansion.
On the chart, the 6.95 and 5.45 levels could be significant reference points within the technical structure of USDT dominance, but a permanent break above such levels alone is not enough; other indicators need to be monitored in conjunction: the altcoin season index approaching the seventy-five threshold, Bitcoin dominance permanently falling below the fifty-five level, and a general increase in trading volume on exchanges.
For those tracking altcoin rotation through Gate, the key point to watch is this: the decline in USDT dominance is a real and positive signal, but it's not sufficient on its own. Monitoring whether this decline is accompanied by a parallel drop in Bitcoin dominance and a sustained rise in the altcoin season index is a far more reliable approach than focusing on a single metric.
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The AI and New launch markets have presented a truly parabolic picture today, with DGrid AI leading the entire board.
DGAI/USDT trades at $0.76000, closing with a +1420.00% daily gain, while spot action shows an extreme expansion. Two distinct forces are behind this movement: a new listing squeeze after DGAI opened at $0.05000 and sprinted to $2.08236 intraday high, and a surge in AI sector rotation that makes fresh low-cap assets more attractive for aggressive buyers. Elevated 24h Turnover of $15.85M on 41.04M DGAI volume indicates massive accumulation on debut, showing investors
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The AI and New launch markets have presented a truly parabolic picture today, with DGrid AI leading the entire board.
DGAI/USDT trades at $0.76000, closing with a +1420.00% daily gain, while spot action shows an extreme expansion. Two distinct forces are behind this movement: a new listing squeeze after DGAI opened at $0.05000 and sprinted to $2.08236 intraday high, and a surge in AI sector rotation that makes fresh low-cap assets more attractive for aggressive buyers. Elevated 24h Turnover of $15.85M on 41.04M DGAI volume indicates massive accumulation on debut, showing investors are positioning DGAI more as a high-beta AI infrastructure play than a mean-reversion vehicle.
Looking at the overall picture today, the numbers are truly extraordinary: From an opening print around $0.05000 on 08/24 11:00, DGAI rallied 4064% to $2.08236 within the first 4h candle, before consolidating at $0.76000. This marks a breakout from a new listing base, with no prior price history – Today, 7 days, 30 days, 90 days, 180 days, and 1 year all show 0.00% prior to today, confirming this is day-one price discovery. The asset ranks NO.1 in gainers and NO.1 in New on Gate, with the New tag acting as the primary catalyst.
On the technical side, the real standout story is the EMA structure. On the 4h chart, EMA5 is at $0.58074, EMA10 at $0.49887, and EMA30 at $0.42537. The price trading well above all three in a perfect bullish alignment confirms strong momentum is intact after the vertical wick, with EMA5 at $0.58074 acting as immediate dynamic support. The 24h range between $0.05000 and $2.08236 defines a 4064% volatility band, the largest on Gate today. The MFI(14,80,50,20) at 73.41878, just below the 80 overbought threshold, confirms extremely strong capital inflows while still leaving room before exhaustion – similar to how AI infra tokens rallied on debut.
DGAI is experiencing similar supply dynamics to other new AI launches, with initial circulating supply approaching a scarcity effect, limiting liquid supply during opening auctions. However, a surge in AI narrative demand is helping to offset profit-taking from the $2.08236 top, much like early LIT price action. The consolidation at $0.76000 after the $2.08236 peak indicates profit-taking is being absorbed.
Other AI tokens are performing more calmly compared to DGAI. The sector's average daily gain is around 5-10%, leaving DGAI's +1420.00% as the absolute outlier on the exchange. The broader market expects AI assets to remain highly volatile on day-one.
The common denominator bringing this picture together is that rising AI compute narrative, increased Gate listing attention, and potential new market maker activity are supporting price, indicating that risks for DGAI remain skewed to continued high volatility. The $0.58074 EMA5 level will be critical to hold for continuation toward a retest of $2.08236.
For those following DGAI directly through Gate Spot, the key point to watch is that much of this rally is driven by spot-led debut accumulation from $0.05000 and a listing squeeze premium to $2.08236. The sustainability depends on both BTC's stability and DGAI's ability to hold above $0.49887. Details of upcoming DGrid AI roadmap updates and AI sector rotation in the coming days will be the most critical developments in determining whether this consolidation at $0.76000 is a higher low before a retest of $2.08236 or a deeper cooldown.
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AAVE's 60% Weekly Gain 👉 Attention! RSI at 71
AAVE has gained over 60% in the last 7 days, surpassing $140, its highest level since February. At the time of writing, the price is at $139.04, up 10.11% on a daily basis. So, how far will this rally continue, or is a correction coming?
The Dynamics Behind the Movement
This rise in AAVE is running parallel to the renewed interest in the DeFi sector. AAVE is one of the strongest brands among decentralized lending protocols, and the market is pricing in this potential.
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AAVE's 60% Weekly Gain 👉 Attention! RSI at 71
AAVE has gained over 60% in the last 7 days, surpassing $140, its highest level since February. At the time of writing, the price is at $139.04, up 10.11% on a daily basis. So, how far will this rally continue, or is a correction coming?
The Dynamics Behind the Movement
This rise in AAVE is running parallel to the renewed interest in the DeFi sector. AAVE is one of the strongest brands among decentralized lending protocols, and the market is pricing in this potential.
Technically, the price has risen above all moving averages (MAs). The break above the $130 level, in particular, has been interpreted as the beginning of a new upward wave.
However, Technical Analysis is Warning
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) is at 71.36. This, according to the classic definition, is in the overbought region. When the price rises this quickly, the likelihood of profit taking and a short-term correction increases.
More importantly, multi-timeframe technical signals are giving a bearish warning. This means there is uncertainty about the short-term price direction. A struggle is underway between a bullish trend and overbought pressure.
Support levels: $130 and $120.88 (24-hour low)
Resistance level: $142.16 (24-hour high)
AAVE is in a strong uptrend fueled by the DeFi momentum. However, the RSI approaching 71 and the weakening short-term signals are prompting investors to exercise caution. Those wishing to open new positions at these levels should keep their stop-loss levels tight.
Check out the AAVE/USDT trading pair now to closely follow this market activity and take positions!
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Washington Makes Double Move on Crypto: Fast in Trading, Cautious in Capitalization
2026 marked a turning point in American cryptocurrency policy. Two major regulatory bodies made decisions shaping two of the sector's most critical pillars. However, the speed and scope of these decisions differed significantly.
Trading Front: Historic Approval
On May 29, 2026, the US Commodity Futures Commission (CFTC) approved the first Bitcoin perpetual futures contract to be listed on a regulated exchange in the country. KalshiEX's BTCPERP product received the green light; Coinbase's financial markets arm a
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Washington Makes Double Move on Crypto: Fast in Trading, Cautious in Capitalization
2026 marked a turning point in American cryptocurrency policy. Two major regulatory bodies made decisions shaping two of the sector's most critical pillars. However, the speed and scope of these decisions differed significantly.
Trading Front: Historic Approval
On May 29, 2026, the US Commodity Futures Commission (CFTC) approved the first Bitcoin perpetual futures contract to be listed on a regulated exchange in the country. KalshiEX's BTCPERP product received the green light; Coinbase's financial markets arm also received a positive opinion from the CFTC on the same day.
CFTC Chairman Mike Selig described this move as "a major step forward in our goal of making the US the crypto capital." Unlike traditional futures contracts, perpetual contracts have no expiration date, and investors can hold the contract indefinitely to profit from price movements in the asset.
So Why Is This So Important?
This approval was actually born out of a kind of "necessity." The uncontrolled growth of the decentralized exchange Hyperliquid was causing US investors to flock to offshore platforms using VPNs. In particular, the shockwaves in the energy market triggered by the Iran conflict exposed the structural gaps in traditional markets, especially during weekends and outside of business hours. Hyperliquid, filling this gap, generated approximately $960 million in revenue in 2025.
The CFTC's move aims to bring some of this volume into a regulated and secure environment. Perpetual contracts often offer leverage of up to 40x, making them extremely risky. However, CFTC Chairman Selig stated that their institution would "limit excessive leverage, volatility, and systemic risk."
Capital Raising Front: Slower, More Cautious
Following the CFTC's swift action, approximately three months later, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) entered the scene. On August 18, 2026, the SEC proposed a legal framework called "Regulation Crypto Assets" (Reg Crypto) that would allow crypto projects to raise public funds under rules specifically designed for token networks.
This proposal is the clearest indication yet that the SEC is shifting from its long-standing "practice first, rule later" approach to the crypto sector to a formal set of rules. The proposal is approximately 400 pages long and offers three main exemption pathways for token projects:
1. Venture Exemption: Allows raising funds up to approximately $5 million for a maximum of 4 years.
2. Funding Exemption: Allows raising funds up to $75 million within 12 months, but requires audited financial statements and periodic reporting. 3. Safe Harbor: This allows tokens to lose their securities status once the network is sufficiently decentralized.
Is Everything Alright? Not Yet.
While CFTC approval directly authorizes a product launch, the SEC's proposal is more of a "draft." Published in the Federal Register, this proposal has entered a 60-day public comment period. During this period, industry players, legal experts, and investors can provide their opinions. It could take months for the final rules to take shape and be implemented after this feedback.
According to Grayscale Research, this framework could benefit networks like Ethereum, Solana, and BNB Chain by encouraging more US-based token issuance. However, the lack of final rules and the uncertainty surrounding the CLARITY Act in Congress suggest that full regulatory clarity may not be achieved in the coming period.
Washington's Strategic Balance
As a result, Washington has been faster on the trading side and more cautious and slower on the fundraising side while restructuring the rules for the crypto market. This appears to be part of a strategy to bring the sector to its shores by managing risks and setting its own rules, rather than completely halting crypto innovation.
Don't miss out on this historic wave of regulation in the crypto world and the opportunities it brings. Open an investment account now and start exploring the newest products on the market!
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BTC and ETH Rebound Trade Ideas: Market Eyes Key Levels for Recovery
BTC and ETH have staged a strong rebound after a $800 million liquidation flush, with Bitcoin reclaiming $77,000 and Ethereum holding above $2,400. The recovery is supported by a 27% increase in spot buying volume and a 12% drop in total open interest, indicating leverage has been reset. Traders are now focusing on structured rebound trade ideas centered on spot accumulation and defined risk levels.
Global Macro Context and Liquidity Reset
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BTC and ETH Rebound Trade Ideas: Market Eyes Key Levels for Recovery
BTC and ETH have staged a strong rebound after a $800 million liquidation flush, with Bitcoin reclaiming $77,000 and Ethereum holding above $2,400. The recovery is supported by a 27% increase in spot buying volume and a 12% drop in total open interest, indicating leverage has been reset. Traders are now focusing on structured rebound trade ideas centered on spot accumulation and defined risk levels.
Global Macro Context and Liquidity Reset
With US government debt exceeding $40 trillion and the US Dollar Index closing the week lower, capital is rotating back into hard assets. US Treasury yields remain elevated near 4.70%, reducing demand for long-duration bonds. Funding rates have normalized to 0.01% after turning negative, while spot ETF inflows have resumed with over $280 million in combined daily inflows, creating a more favorable environment for recovery trades.
Rebound Trade Ideas and Risk Management
Current trade ideas highlight two key zones: BTC support at $75,500-$76,200 and ETH support at $2,320-$2,380 as high-probability entry areas for spot-led rebounds. Resistance targets are seen at $79,500 for BTC and $2,580 for ETH, representing 4-7% upside from current levels. Risk management strategies emphasize 1.5-2% position sizing and stop-loss placement below recent swing lows, as volatility remains elevated with 9% intraday ranges.
Assessment
The rebound trade setup reflects a shift from liquidation-driven selling to spot-driven recovery. Gold holding above $2,650 and weakening dollar demand are supporting alternative assets. In the coming period, the ability of BTC and ETH to hold above their respective 20-day moving averages and the continuation of ETF inflows will be decisive in confirming whether the rebound evolves into a sustained uptrend rather than a short-term bounce.
This post is not investment advice and is for informational purposes only regarding market conditions.
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Crypto Transformation in Pakistan: Compliance Deadline Begins Until September 5th
Pakistan has taken a significant step to end the long-standing uncertainty surrounding cryptocurrency markets. The Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA), established in the country, has given crypto platforms until September 5, 2026, to comply with the new legal framework. Platforms that fail to complete the necessary applications by this date will be required to cease their services in Pakistan.
From Ban Statements in 2023 to Today
As you may recall, in May 2023, Pakistan's Vice Minister of Revenu
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Crypto Transformation in Pakistan: Compliance Deadline Begins Until September 5th
Pakistan has taken a significant step to end the long-standing uncertainty surrounding cryptocurrency markets. The Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA), established in the country, has given crypto platforms until September 5, 2026, to comply with the new legal framework. Platforms that fail to complete the necessary applications by this date will be required to cease their services in Pakistan.
From Ban Statements in 2023 to Today
As you may recall, in May 2023, Pakistan's Vice Minister of Revenue and Finance, Aisha Gous Pasha, stated before the Senate Standing Committee on Finance that cryptocurrencies would be banned and that "Islamabad would never legalize cryptocurrencies." At the time, this statement alarmed hundreds of thousands of people trading cryptocurrencies in the country.
However, the transformation in global crypto policy following the US presidential change in 2025 has also affected Pakistan. In February 2025, the Pakistan Crypto Council was established, followed by the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulations issued by the President in July 2025. These regulations created a comprehensive legal framework for crypto assets and platforms providing services in this area for the first time.
PVARA and the New Regulations
The Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) is the implementing body of this new framework. The authority has the power to license, supervise, and impose sanctions on virtual asset service providers (VASPs) in case of non-compliance. The deadline of September 5, 2026, applies specifically to platforms that were operational on or before March 5, 2026. These platforms are required to apply for a NOC (certificate of Conformity) or cease their services.
The following are expected from platforms under the new regulations:
• Licensing: All service providers must obtain a license from PVARA. • AML/CFT Compliance: Compliance with international standards for preventing money laundering and terrorist financing (FATF) is required. • Consumer Protection: Security of customer funds, cybersecurity, and transparent operating standards are being introduced.
Notable Detail: Customer Exit Process Unclear
One of the most striking aspects of the regulation is that it does not impose a uniform exit requirement for customers of non-compliant platforms. This means that each platform will determine its own process for returning or transferring assets to its customers. This situation may lead to confusion, especially for platforms with a large customer base.
Conclusion
Pakistan has evolved from its "we will never legalize" stance in 2023 to a system that regulates and licenses crypto assets. The September 5th deadline is a turning point for platforms. Those that comply will continue to operate safely in the Pakistani market, while those that do not will be forced to withdraw.
This wave of regulation in the crypto market also brings new opportunities. Follow developments in the Pakistani market closely and shape your investment strategy accordingly – act now!
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Washington Makes Double Move on Crypto: Fast in Trading, Cautious in Capitalization
2026 marked a turning point in American cryptocurrency policy. Two major regulatory bodies made decisions shaping two of the sector's most critical pillars. However, the speed and scope of these decisions differed significantly.
Trading Front: Historic Approval
On May 29, 2026, the US Commodity Futures Commission (CFTC) approved the first Bitcoin perpetual futures contract to be listed on a regulated exchange in the country. KalshiEX's BTCPERP product received the green light; Coinbase's financial markets arm a
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Washington Makes Double Move on Crypto: Fast in Trading, Cautious in Capitalization
2026 marked a turning point in American cryptocurrency policy. Two major regulatory bodies made decisions shaping two of the sector's most critical pillars. However, the speed and scope of these decisions differed significantly.
Trading Front: Historic Approval
On May 29, 2026, the US Commodity Futures Commission (CFTC) approved the first Bitcoin perpetual futures contract to be listed on a regulated exchange in the country. KalshiEX's BTCPERP product received the green light; Coinbase's financial markets arm also received a positive opinion from the CFTC on the same day.
CFTC Chairman Mike Selig described this move as "a major step forward in our goal of making the US the crypto capital." Unlike traditional futures contracts, perpetual contracts have no expiration date, and investors can hold the contract indefinitely to profit from price movements in the asset.
So Why Is This So Important?
This approval was actually born out of a kind of "necessity." The uncontrolled growth of the decentralized exchange Hyperliquid was causing US investors to flock to offshore platforms using VPNs. In particular, the shockwaves in the energy market triggered by the Iran conflict exposed the structural gaps in traditional markets, especially during weekends and outside of business hours. Hyperliquid, filling this gap, generated approximately $960 million in revenue in 2025.
The CFTC's move aims to bring some of this volume into a regulated and secure environment. Perpetual contracts often offer leverage of up to 40x, making them extremely risky. However, CFTC Chairman Selig stated that their institution would "limit excessive leverage, volatility, and systemic risk."
Capital Raising Front: Slower, More Cautious
Following the CFTC's swift action, approximately three months later, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) entered the scene. On August 18, 2026, the SEC proposed a legal framework called "Regulation Crypto Assets" (Reg Crypto) that would allow crypto projects to raise public funds under rules specifically designed for token networks.
This proposal is the clearest indication yet that the SEC is shifting from its long-standing "practice first, rule later" approach to the crypto sector to a formal set of rules. The proposal is approximately 400 pages long and offers three main exemption pathways for token projects:
1. Venture Exemption: Allows raising funds up to approximately $5 million for a maximum of 4 years.
2. Funding Exemption: Allows raising funds up to $75 million within 12 months, but requires audited financial statements and periodic reporting. 3. Safe Harbor: This allows tokens to lose their securities status once the network is sufficiently decentralized.
Is Everything Alright? Not Yet.
While CFTC approval directly authorizes a product launch, the SEC's proposal is more of a "draft." Published in the Federal Register, this proposal has entered a 60-day public comment period. During this period, industry players, legal experts, and investors can provide their opinions. It could take months for the final rules to take shape and be implemented after this feedback.
According to Grayscale Research, this framework could benefit networks like Ethereum, Solana, and BNB Chain by encouraging more US-based token issuance. However, the lack of final rules and the uncertainty surrounding the CLARITY Act in Congress suggest that full regulatory clarity may not be achieved in the coming period.
Washington's Strategic Balance
As a result, Washington has been faster on the trading side and more cautious and slower on the fundraising side while restructuring the rules for the crypto market. This appears to be part of a strategy to bring the sector to its shores by managing risks and setting its own rules, rather than completely halting crypto innovation.
Don't miss out on this historic wave of regulation in the crypto world and the opportunities it brings. Open an investment account now and start exploring the newest products on the market!
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SK Hynix Brings Forward Share Buyback Program: $28.7 Billion Move from AI Chip Giant
SK Hynix shares traded sideways at $1,247 in the SKHYNIXUSDT contract tracked via Gate over the weekend, while trading on South Korea's main exchange, KOSPI, was halted after a sharp rise earlier in the week. On Thursday, the company's shares on the Seoul stock exchange closed with a gain of over 12%, driven by the bringing forward of the schedule for its massive $28.7 billion (40 trillion won) share buyback and cancellation program.
Buyback Move and Investment Dynamics
SK Hynix management aims to return more
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SK Hynix Brings Forward Share Buyback Program: $28.7 Billion Move from AI Chip Giant
SK Hynix shares traded sideways at $1,247 in the SKHYNIXUSDT contract tracked via Gate over the weekend, while trading on South Korea's main exchange, KOSPI, was halted after a sharp rise earlier in the week. On Thursday, the company's shares on the Seoul stock exchange closed with a gain of over 12%, driven by the bringing forward of the schedule for its massive $28.7 billion (40 trillion won) share buyback and cancellation program.
Buyback Move and Investment Dynamics
SK Hynix management aims to return more than 50% of its projected cumulative free cash flow to shareholders as returns for the 2025-2027 period. Citi analyst Peter Lee commented, "We expect this move to create a solid base on the share price and offer significant downside support in the short term."
This buyback decision comes shortly after the company announced a 54 trillion won investment in a new production facility to meet demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips, which are critical for AI technologies.
Technical Outlook
The SKHYNIXUSDT contract is currently trading around $1.247, the mid-range of intraday movement. $1.275 stands out as a resistance point, while $1.200 is being watched as a support level. Although volume remained at 219,000 during weekend trading, increased volatility is expected when the South Korean market opens.
Sectoral Outlook
SK Hynix is the world's second-largest memory chip manufacturer. The company's dominance in the HBM market and the continued demand for AI infrastructure support the long-term outlook. However, the cyclical nature of the memory chip market and concerns about the sustainability of AI spending are risks closely monitored across the sector.
For Gate users, SK Hynix stands out due to its critical position in the AI hardware ecosystem. Bringing forward the share buyback program indicates that company management sees current price levels as attractive from a long-term valuation perspective. However, the resistance formed, particularly in the 1.275-1.285 region, and the low liquidity environment over the weekend, remind us to exercise caution when taking positions.
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#ETHBreaks2400 Ethereum Surpasses $2,400: Dynamics Behind the Rise
Ethereum (ETH) broke through a significant resistance level, surpassing $2,400 after a long period of downtrend. According to Gate market data, ETH/USDT was trading at $2,401 as of August 21st, with a 24-hour increase of 5.81%. The price peaked at $2,448 during the day, testing its highest level since March.
Increased Institutional Demand
One of the key factors behind the rise is the strong inflows into US spot Ether ETFs. On August 19th, spot Ether ETFs recorded a net inflow of $189 million, the highest daily inflow since Oc
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#ETHBreaks2400 Ethereum Surpasses $2,400: Dynamics Behind the Rise
Ethereum (ETH) broke through a significant resistance level, surpassing $2,400 after a long period of downtrend. According to Gate market data, ETH/USDT was trading at $2,401 as of August 21st, with a 24-hour increase of 5.81%. The price peaked at $2,448 during the day, testing its highest level since March.
Increased Institutional Demand
One of the key factors behind the rise is the strong inflows into US spot Ether ETFs. On August 19th, spot Ether ETFs recorded a net inflow of $189 million, the highest daily inflow since October 2025. BlackRock's ETHA fund accounted for approximately $122 million of this figure. According to data from blockchain intelligence firm Arkham, BlackRock-linked clients made their largest ETH purchase in seven months during this period.
Short Squeeze Effect
Ethereum's break above the $2,000 level triggered a chain-on liquidation wave in leveraged short positions. According to CoinGlass data, over $1 billion in Ether short positions were liquidated during the initial breakout. This was part of a larger liquidation event exceeding $3 billion in the overall crypto market. The forced closing of short positions created additional buying pressure that accelerated the rise.
Macroeconomic Support
The US Treasury Department's announcement that it would increase the maximum size of long-term bond repurchases from $2 billion to $4 billion per operation was another development that boosted risk appetite in the markets. Weakening bond yields and the dollar index supported demand for risky assets, particularly Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Technical Outlook and Risks
Ethereum has broken through the $2,250 resistance zone and the psychological $2,000 level. While the $2,375 level is being tested, the $2,448-$2,500 range is being monitored as short-term resistance. However, the daily RSI indicator has reached 86, entering the overbought zone. This increases the risk of a price correction from current levels. If the price remains above $2,500, targets of $2,625 and $2,750 may come into play.
This post is not investment advice and is for informational purposes only regarding market conditions.
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Solana price clears 200-day SMA with $100 in sight
Solana price surged 25% over the past week and briefly reached $93.39 on Aug. 21 as a market-wide short squeeze pushed SOL above its major moving averages. The breakout has opened a path toward $98 and $100, although an overbought daily reading raises the risk of a short-term pullback.
Solana ( $SOL ) price breaks out of a two-month range
According to data, Solana price was trading near $92 at the time of writing, up almost 5% on the day after moving between $87.57 and $93.39. The advance extended its weekly gain to approximately 25% and carri
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Solana price clears 200-day SMA with $100 in sight
Solana price surged 25% over the past week and briefly reached $93.39 on Aug. 21 as a market-wide short squeeze pushed SOL above its major moving averages. The breakout has opened a path toward $98 and $100, although an overbought daily reading raises the risk of a short-term pullback.
Solana ( $SOL ) price breaks out of a two-month range
According to data, Solana price was trading near $92 at the time of writing, up almost 5% on the day after moving between $87.57 and $93.39. The advance extended its weekly gain to approximately 25% and carried the token out of the range that had controlled its price since June.
The daily chart shows SOL breaking above the $76–$78 resistance zone, where several recovery attempts had failed during July and early August. The move also cleared the previous swing high near $82, changing the short-term market structure from a series of lower highs to a higher high.
Trading activity expanded during the breakout, supporting the move beyond the former range. SOL has now returned to price levels last seen in May, when sellers repeatedly defended the area between $94 and $98.
The rally followed a broader cryptocurrency short squeeze that erased more than $4 billion in bearish positions over 48 hours. Solana’s faster rise relative to several large-cap assets reflected its tendency to record wider moves during changes in crypto market sentiment.
Short squeeze meets institutional and network catalysts
The derivatives-driven rally received additional support from Shinhan Asset Management’s announced partnership with the Solana Foundation. The South Korean asset manager plans to test a Korean won-denominated tokenized bond fund modeled on BlackRock’s BUIDL product.
The pilot adds to Solana’s effort to attract tokenized real-world assets and institutional financial products. However, its effect on SOL demand will depend on the fund’s eventual size, launch terms, and on-chain activity, none of which were established by the price charts.
Network activity also supported the bullish narrative after Solana reportedly processed 1.2 billion non-vote transactions in one week. A recent increase in the compute limit per block gave applications more capacity, while the planned Alpenglow upgrade aims to reduce finality times and change how validator votes are handled.
Broader US market conditions helped risk assets as well. The supplied market context linked the recovery to increased US Treasury buybacks, falling long-term yields, and a weaker dollar. Washington’s renewed push for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act and the SEC’s proposed Regulation Crypto Assets framework also contributed to improving regulatory sentiment, though both initiatives still require further action before becoming final policy.
SOL’s overbought RSI warns against chasing
The daily chart confirms the strength of the breakout but also shows that momentum has become stretched. SOL’s 14-day relative strength index reached 81.74, well above the 70 level commonly associated with overbought conditions.
An overbought RSI does not require an immediate reversal. It does, however, show that price has risen much faster than its recent average and may need to consolidate before another sustainable advance.
SOL now trades above its 20-day simple moving average at $77.06, its 50-day average at $76.92 and its 100-day average at $76.38. The token also cleared the 200-day average near $81.18, which had acted as the most important long-term barrier on the chart.
The tight grouping of the shorter averages around $76–$77 identifies the base of the breakout. A later decline into that region would represent a full retest, although nearer support sits at $87–$90.
The 4-hour chart shows similarly stretched conditions. SOL traded near $92 while the upper Bollinger Band stood at $94.19. The middle band was much lower at $83.54, showing how quickly the price separated from its recent mean.
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BMNR broke through the daily resistance level
This is an important bull market indicator
Everyone can keep an eye on it
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This is an important bull market indicator
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The premise of this challenge is simple but demanding: stop describing candles and start translating Gate exchange data into equity-style investment memos. Anyone can say BTC is up, a stock analyst must say why it matters to cash flow, buybacks, and valuation. Here is how I read the current tape through that lens.
My first holding in this framework is not Bitcoin itself but the exchange infrastructure that taxes Bitcoin volatility. HYPE at 72.71 is trading above its prior intraday high of 72.61, after a base at 58.07. The raw tape showed 69.48 up 18.91% with volu
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#GateStockInsightsChallenge
The premise of this challenge is simple but demanding: stop describing candles and start translating Gate exchange data into equity-style investment memos. Anyone can say BTC is up, a stock analyst must say why it matters to cash flow, buybacks, and valuation. Here is how I read the current tape through that lens.
My first holding in this framework is not Bitcoin itself but the exchange infrastructure that taxes Bitcoin volatility. HYPE at 72.71 is trading above its prior intraday high of 72.61, after a base at 58.07. The raw tape showed 69.48 up 18.91% with volume 554.95K and turnover 36.80M, EMA5 69.50 EMA10 68.38 EMA30 64.31 and MFI 74.92. That structure alone is bullish, but the stock-level insight is the fee model. Hyperliquid prints $357B monthly derivatives volume, converts it into $105M monthly fees, and directs 97% to spot buybacks. That is a 29% take-rate compression story with 75% market share and $31B wallet equity as moat. In equity terms, this is like owning the NYSE during a volatility expansion while the exchange itself shrinks its share count. The 180-day performance of +134.20% and 1-year +61.55% versus sector decline is not momentum chasing, it is earnings revision. My framework treats a break of 72.71 as earnings beat, with risk defined by EMA30 at 64.31.
My second position is the distressed-to-quality turnaround that equity funds live for. XRP now at 1.31, previously captured at 1.3064 up 19.31% with 24h high 1.3451 low 1.0945, volume 87.01M turnover 107.23M, EMA5 1.2942 EMA10 1.2780 EMA30 1.2128, MFI 75.9779, performance Today 5.05% 7 days 30.78% 30 days 14.79% 90 days -4.78% 180 days -5.61% 1 year -54.64%. That performance matrix is a classic value investor's setup: down 54.64% on a one-year basis due to legal overhang, but up 30.78% in 7 days and 14.79% in 30 days on 107.23M turnover as that overhang compresses. The volume profile from 1.0032 base to current shows institutional inventory rebuild, not retail FOMO. Stock insight: I model XRP as a payment-rail utility whose regulatory risk premium is falling from 40% to 15%, which mechanically lifts fair value by 30-40% even without user growth. Holding above EMA5 1.2942 at 1.31 confirms the market is repricing that premium.
My third anchor is the large-cap leader that clears the path for everything else. BTC/USDT spot at 77,285.9 up 6.59% and perp at 77,260.7 up 6.55% with 24h range 72,331.1 to 79,520.0, volume 23.83K turnover 1.81B, EMA5 76,204.3 EMA10 74,322.0 EMA30 69,758.2, average entry 63,379.3, MFI 90.3, performance Today 6.34% 7 days 22.86% 30 days 17.25% 90 days 0.00% 180 days 14.67% 1 year -31.27%. Previously BTC at 74,881 had already cleared the $1B short liquidation cluster at 69,000 that triggered $101.67M BTC and $43.3M ETH liquidations in 24h and $800M aggregate. The extension to 79,520.0 and acceptance at 77,285.9 shows that liquidation cascade has now reset open interest lower by 12-18% and replaced it with spot turnover. Equity analogy: this is a heavily shorted large-cap clearing its short interest, like TSLA in 2020, where turnover of 1.81B confirms real demand. MFI 90.3 is overbought, but in equity terms, overbought with expanding EMA gaps of $1,882 and $4,563 is markup, not top.
Together, these three translate Gate data into a portfolio: HYPE 72.71 as growth compounder with buyback yield, XRP 1.31 as mean-reversion value, BTC 77,285.9 as liquidity leader. The edge is not calling direction but linking price, volume, turnover, EMA and MFI to fee revenue, market share, and risk premium compression.
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🇯🇵 Japanese stocks are now live on Gate.
Around 300 TSE-listed stocks are available in the first batch — including Toyota, Sony, Nintendo, SoftBank, and more.
No separate Japanese brokerage account. No need to exchange into JPY. Trade directly with USDT.
If you could pick just one Japanese stock, which would it be? 👀
Toyota, Sony, Nintendo, SoftBank — or something else?
👇 Share your Japanese stock picks and trading ideas on Gate Square
http://gate.com/post
👉 Trade Japanese stocks now:
https://www.gate.com/stocks/285A
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🇯🇵 Japanese stocks are now live on Gate.
Around 300 TSE-listed stocks are available in the first batch — including Toyota, Sony, Nintendo, SoftBank, and more.
No separate Japanese brokerage account. No need to exchange into JPY. Trade directly with USDT.
If you could pick just one Japanese stock, which would it be? 👀
Toyota, Sony, Nintendo, SoftBank — or something else?
👇 Share your Japanese stock picks and trading ideas on Gate Square
http://gate.com/post
👉 Trade Japanese stocks now:
https://www.gate.com/stocks/285A
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#GateDebutsMOUTAIAnd9OtherA-Shares
A-shares can now be accessed through perpetual contracts on Gate — and that changes the way traders can gain exposure to some of China’s biggest listed companies.
Gate has introduced USDT-settled perpetual contracts linked to 10 popular A-share names, bringing companies such as Kweichow Moutai, China Shenhua, Yangtze Power, Midea and Hygon Information into a crypto-native derivatives environment.
This is an interesting development because it connects two markets that traditionally operate very differently.
A-share investors normally trade the underlying equi
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#GateDebutsMOUTAIAnd9OtherA-Shares
A-shares can now be accessed through perpetual contracts on Gate — and that changes the way traders can gain exposure to some of China’s biggest listed companies.
Gate has introduced USDT-settled perpetual contracts linked to 10 popular A-share names, bringing companies such as Kweichow Moutai, China Shenhua, Yangtze Power, Midea and Hygon Information into a crypto-native derivatives environment.
This is an interesting development because it connects two markets that traditionally operate very differently.
A-share investors normally trade the underlying equities through China’s stock-market infrastructure.
A perpetual contract, by contrast, is a derivative whose price is designed to track the underlying reference asset while allowing market participants to express bullish or bearish views without directly owning the stock.
The important distinction is that buying a perpetual contract is not the same thing as buying the underlying A-share.
The initial group includes:
$MOUTAI — Kweichow Moutai
$CHINA SHENHUA — China Shenhua
$YANGTZE — Yangtze Power
$MIDEA — Midea Group
$HYGON — Hygon Information
Alongside five other A-share names included in Gate’s initial launch.
Why does this matter?
Because it expands the range of traditional assets that can be represented inside a crypto-market trading environment.
For crypto traders, the attraction is obvious: familiar concepts such as continuous market access, derivatives pricing and short-term price discovery can now be applied to companies that previously belonged almost entirely to the traditional equity market.
But this also introduces a new layer of complexity.
A-share companies are influenced by fundamentally different factors from cryptocurrencies.
For Moutai, investors may focus on consumer demand, premium liquor pricing, brand strength and Chinese economic conditions.
For semiconductor companies such as Hygon Information, the focus can shift toward AI infrastructure, domestic chip development, technology restrictions and semiconductor demand.
For power companies such as Yangtze Power, electricity demand, hydropower generation, regulation and infrastructure investment become much more important.
For Midea, consumer spending, appliances, exports and manufacturing conditions can have a major influence.
China Shenhua brings another set of variables, including coal prices, electricity demand and energy policy.
So although these assets can now appear within a similar derivatives interface, their underlying fundamentals remain very different.
There is another important point: perpetual contracts can amplify market volatility.
Price movements in the underlying stock can be reflected quickly in the derivative market, while leverage and derivatives positioning can add another layer of risk. A strong move in either direction can therefore produce much larger changes in a trader’s position than the underlying stock movement alone.
This makes risk management especially important.
The most interesting part of this launch may actually be the broader trend.
Crypto exchanges are increasingly expanding beyond traditional cryptocurrencies into stocks, commodities, indices and other real-world assets.
The boundary between traditional finance and digital-asset markets is becoming increasingly flexible.
Instead of asking whether crypto and traditional markets will eventually interact, the more relevant question may be how deeply these markets will integrate.
For investors, however, the fundamentals still matter.
A derivative does not change the underlying business.
Moutai remains a consumer company.
Hygon remains a semiconductor company.
Yangtze Power remains an electricity and infrastructure company.
Midea remains a global appliance and manufacturing business.
China Shenhua remains exposed to the energy sector.
The new contract format simply creates another market through which participants can gain price exposure.
My biggest takeaway from the launch is therefore not simply that “A-shares can now be traded through contracts.”
It is that the financial market is continuing to converge.
Crypto infrastructure is moving toward traditional assets.
Traditional assets are becoming increasingly accessible through digital platforms.
And derivatives are becoming a bridge between the two.
The next question is how investors will value these new markets once liquidity, volume and price discovery mature.
Would you rather watch the semiconductor exposure of $HYGON, the consumer strength of $MOUTAI, the infrastructure story of $YANGTZE, the energy exposure of $01088, or the global manufacturing business of $MIDEA?
The interesting part of this experiment has only just begun.
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Marvell Technology Stock Rises 10%: AI and Semiconductor Rally Continues
Marvell Technology (MRVL) shares closed Wednesday's regular trading session on the Nasdaq up 9.86%, reaching $237.35. The intraday high was $245.48, and the low was $228.15. Trading volume was notable, nearly double the average daily volume. In after-hours trading, the stock rose as high as $240.39.
This rise is driven by continued strong demand for AI and data center infrastructure. Marvell has become a key player in the AI hardware ecosystem, particularly with its custom ASIC (Applica
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Marvell Technology Stock Rises 10%: AI and Semiconductor Rally Continues
Marvell Technology (MRVL) shares closed Wednesday's regular trading session on the Nasdaq up 9.86%, reaching $237.35. The intraday high was $245.48, and the low was $228.15. Trading volume was notable, nearly double the average daily volume. In after-hours trading, the stock rose as high as $240.39.
This rise is driven by continued strong demand for AI and data center infrastructure. Marvell has become a key player in the AI hardware ecosystem, particularly with its custom ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) chips and data center connectivity solutions. The company develops custom AI chips for major cloud providers and also holds a strong position in data center connectivity with 800G and 1.6T optical interfaces.
The company will release its second-quarter earnings on August 27th. Market expectations are for continued strong demand in the AI segment. In the last quarter, the company reported increased AI-related revenue and indicated that this trend is expected to continue. Analysts predict that Marvell's market share gains in AI-specific chips will offset weakness in traditional storage and networking segments.
However, there are some risks to consider across the sector. There is growing doubt in the market about when and how the massive investments in AI hardware will yield returns. With capital expenditures (CAPEX) for AI infrastructure by big tech companies at record levels, questions about the sustainability of these expenditures and whether they will translate into revenue are coming to the forefront. The recent semiconductor sell-off also shows that these concerns are still alive in the market.
A critical period is beginning for Marvell in the coming days. The August 27th earnings report will provide the most up-to-date information on the growth rate and margin trends of the company's AI revenue. Furthermore, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh's speech in Jackson Hole on August 26th and the Core PCE data to be released the following day will play a critical role in determining overall market sentiment. For Gate users, Marvell's performance serves as a reminder that fluctuations in the semiconductor sector can also impact the cryptocurrency markets. In particular, the Fed's interest rate policy and the trajectory of US Treasury yields will be decisive for both technology stocks and cryptocurrencies, a high-risk asset class.
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$COIN Coinbase Stock Rises 10%: Crypto Rally and CFTC Move Boost Market
Coinbase Global (COIN) shares closed Wednesday's regular trading session on the Nasdaq up 9.61% at $160.32. The intraday high was $165.74, and the low was $147.50. Trading volume remained high throughout the day, with the stock rising as high as $165.50 in after-hours trading.
This sharp rise is driven by two key factors. First, a general resurgence in the cryptocurrency market as Bitcoin surpassed the $69,000 level, gaining 6.4%. Since a large portion of Coinbase's revenue is dependent on trading volume, rising prices an
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$COIN Coinbase Stock Rises 10%: Crypto Rally and CFTC Move Boost Market
Coinbase Global (COIN) shares closed Wednesday's regular trading session on the Nasdaq up 9.61% at $160.32. The intraday high was $165.74, and the low was $147.50. Trading volume remained high throughout the day, with the stock rising as high as $165.50 in after-hours trading.
This sharp rise is driven by two key factors. First, a general resurgence in the cryptocurrency market as Bitcoin surpassed the $69,000 level, gaining 6.4%. Since a large portion of Coinbase's revenue is dependent on trading volume, rising prices and increased volatility directly impact the company's profitability. Second, President Trump's statements regarding the CFTC's efforts to bring the Hyperliquid platform to the US. This development has created optimism in the market that regulatory uncertainty in the crypto sector may decrease.
However, the company's key indicators present a mixed picture. Coinbase's last quarter revenue was reported at $1.15 billion, while net loss reached $359.47 million. The company reported a loss of $1.36 per share, significantly below analysts' expectations of a $0.44 loss. Declining trading volumes and rising operational costs are the main factors putting pressure on profitability.
Analyst target prices range widely: estimates varying between $85 and $330 indicate continued uncertainty about the company's future. Coinbase has fallen approximately 64% from its peak of $444.65, and the current price level is above the 52-week low of $118.56, but significantly below the peak of $345.90.
For Gate users, this rise in Coinbase is an indicator of how volatility in the crypto markets is reflected in traditional stocks. With Bitcoin testing the $69,000 resistance level and positive signals emerging from the regulatory front, Coinbase's short-term performance will largely depend on the overall trend in the crypto markets. The upcoming Fed meeting minutes and the Jackson Hole meeting will play a critical role in determining the direction of both cryptocurrencies and Coinbase stock. Furthermore, the company's third-quarter earnings report, to be released on October 29th, will provide a clearer picture of operational performance and profitability.
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Circle Stock Rises 10%: Arc Mainnet and Strategic Moves Boost Market
Circle Internet Group (CRCL) shares closed Wednesday's regular trading session on Nasdaq up 9.65% at $78.62. The intraday high was $81.21 and the low was $73.69. Trading volume exceeded 22.9 million, nearly double the average daily volume. In after-hours trading, the stock climbed as high as $80.90.
The main driver of the rise was the increasing market expectation that Circle's Arc blockchain network will launch its mainnet on September 16th. Arc is positioned as an open blockchain network
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Circle Stock Rises 10%: Arc Mainnet and Strategic Moves Boost Market
Circle Internet Group (CRCL) shares closed Wednesday's regular trading session on Nasdaq up 9.65% at $78.62. The intraday high was $81.21 and the low was $73.69. Trading volume exceeded 22.9 million, nearly double the average daily volume. In after-hours trading, the stock climbed as high as $80.90.
The main driver of the rise was the increasing market expectation that Circle's Arc blockchain network will launch its mainnet on September 16th. Arc is positioned as an open blockchain network designed for global financial markets, specifically focused on stablecoin consensus. The inclusion of global financial giants like BlackRock, DTCC, Mastercard, Visa, and Standard Chartered among the founding validators points to the project's potential for institutional-scale adoption. The testnet has already processed over 500 million transactions and approximately 3 million wallet addresses.
One of the most notable developments brought by Arc is BlackRock's plan to distribute its BUIDL fund on Arc. This will allow institutional investors to subscribe to, redeem, and distribute tokenized fund assets within a single blockchain environment. Furthermore, the collaboration with DTCC aims to tokenize assets held at DTC on Arc. Uniswap's announcement that it will also bring its entire transaction stack to the Arc network indicates a strong start for the network in terms of liquidity and the DeFi ecosystem.
However, the company's key performance indicators present a mixed picture. Second-quarter revenue rose 7% year-over-year to $701 million, while the company reported earnings of $0.18 per share, falling short of analysts' expectations of $0.26. USDC's circulating supply increased 19% year-over-year to $73.3 billion, reaching an all-time high of $76.5 billion in average circulating supply. USDC's share of stablecoin trading volume reached a record high of 70% in June.
However, alongside positive signals, there are also worrying developments within the company. In the last 90 days, internal share sales exceeded 2 million, reaching approximately $159.9 million. Chairman Heath Tarbert sold 39,240 shares in June at an average price of $81.47. Morgan Stanley downgraded the stock to "Underweight" in early August, sharply lowering its target price from $106 to $38. Other institutions are also revising their USDC circulating supply estimates downwards, warning that competition (especially Open USD - OUSD) could squeeze Circle's revenue margins. The current price level is above the 52-week low of $49.90, but well below the peak of $159.47.
For Gate users, Circle's performance signals a period of accelerating integration between stablecoin issuers and traditional financial institutions. The Arc mainnet launch and the participation of giants like BlackRock and DTCC are solidifying the process of stablecoins becoming part of the institutional financial infrastructure. In the coming period, transaction volume on the network after the Arc launch, new integrations, and whether USDC's circulating supply reaches its targeted $150 billion will be decisive for Circle's valuation. Furthermore, whether intra-institutional sales continue and how the market prices the lowered target prices set by institutions like Morgan Stanley should also be closely watched.
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