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Chainlink Debuts Real-Time Market Data for Tokenized Stocks, ETFs
Chainlink has launched Data Streams, providing real-time pricing for U.S. equities and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) directly on blockchain networks. Chainlink Data Streams Target Tokenized Real-World Asset Market The service delivers high-frequency market data for assets including SPY, CRCL, QQQ, NVDA, AAPL, and MSFT. This data is now accessible across 37 different blockchains. The streams incorporateSource link
Prediction Markets and CME Fedwatch Data Place Sky-High Odds on Fed Rate Cut for September
Amid the pressure President Trump has been piling on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, traders are now leaning heavily toward the idea of a small rate trim. CME’s Fedwatch data shows an 85.7% probability that a quarter-point cut is on the horizon, making it the clear favorite in the market’s playbook. Kalshi, Polymarket, and WallSource link
NEAR Protocol Surges 4% Amid Institutional Activity and Ecosystem Expansion
NEAR Protocol delivered a standout performance during the 24-hour trading window from August 3 at 15:00 to August 4 at 14:00, rallying 4.20% from $2.43 to $2.53. This price action was driven by a sharp uptick in trading activity, notably during the final hour when volume spiked to 2.7 million tokens—more than double the daily average. The rally underscores growing institutional interest, evidenced by consistent high-volume accumulation zones and a decisive breakout that breached several key resistance levels.Contributing to NEAR’s momentum was fresh progress in its ecosystem. Aurora Labs showcased five early-stage startups from its Aurora Blocks Incubator, each building EVM-compatible Virtual Chains powered by NEAR’s infrastructure. These initiatives signal a maturing development pipeline and increasing demand for scalable, interoperable...
Former Chancellor Osborne Warns UK Is ‘Completely Left Behind’ on Crypto
George Osborne says the UK's cautious stance means it's trailing global rivals, as Coinbase, trade groups, and startups push for reform.Source link
Paper vs. Physical: Silver’s Drop Highlights Market Imbalance Fears
Silver prices fell over 3% this week to $37.20 per ounce amid persistent allegations among investors that the market is suppressed by vast paper trading on the COMEX. Silver Bulls See Manipulation in Price Dip Silver started the week at $36.98 to $37.20 per ounce, dipping just over 3% in seven days. That slip hasSource link