Crypto News August 10, 2026: Bitcoin and Crypto News — Daily Highlights

[LIVE] August 10, 2026: Bitcoin and Crypto News — Daily Highlights

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MARA Holdings has significantly liquidated a portion of its Bitcoin holdings in the first half of the year, a move that underscores both the volatility and strategic shifts within the cryptocurrency mining sector. Meanwhile, Standard Chartered has intensified its focus on altcoins, projecting a bullish scenario that could see certain assets appreciating by as much as 25 times. However, analysts are raising alarms over critical support levels for Bitcoin, warning that failure to maintain these thresholds could herald a new downturn. In a notable development, Grayscale has promptly withdrawn its ETF application for three major altcoins following swift SEC approval, suggesting evolving regulatory dynamics. Additionally, hedge funds are reversing their stance on Bitcoin by exiting short positions, and Empire Digital has made substantial adjustments to its BTC reserves, reflecting ongoing market adaptations.
13:43
Bitcoin mining company MARA Holdings attracted attention with its large-scale Bitcoin sales in the first half of the year.
12:44
Standard Chartered has set a year-end 2030 price target of $200 for the popular altcoin Chainlink (LINK).
11:48
Peter Brandt pointed out that downside risks for Bitcoin persist, warning investors about the possibility of another decline.
10:39
US-based crypto asset manager Grayscale has withdrawn its ETF applications for three altcoins: Cardano, Hedera, and Polkadot.
09:44
In bitcoin futures traded on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), hedge funds have abandoned their long-standing short positions…
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