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Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin dismissed claims that AI-driven security threats could trigger a 50% crash in Bitcoin's price. He emphasized the blockchain's cryptographic resilience and available upgrade options as robust defenses against AI-related risks. Furthermore, Buterin suggested that AI's role in blockchain technology should be viewed as a means to enhance security defenses rather than just a source of threats.
US stock futures showed mixed performance on September 7 following the release of strong employment data that increased the probability of a rate hike. The US jobs data demonstrated enough strength to lift market expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate increase at the upcoming September meeting. Consequently, investors are currently weighing these economic indicators against the likelihood of tighter monetary policy.
On September 6, the Liquid Network Bitcoin sidechain paused its operations following a security breach involving the unauthorized withdrawal of $320 million worth of BTC. Consequently, cryptocurrency exchanges have suspended all LBTC deposits and withdrawals. Blockstream is currently attempting to contact those responsible for the withdrawal to address the incident.
On September 3, gold prices surged following dovish remarks from Federal Reserve official Christopher Waller regarding the interest rate outlook. Waller's tone weakened market bets on a potential Fed rate hike. This shift in sentiment occurred just ahead of the release of the upcoming Non-Farm Payrolls report.
During the Jackson Hole symposium on August 31, Fed Chair Kevin Warsh signaled the possibility of future interest rate hikes. These hawkish remarks revived market bets for a rate increase in September. Additionally, U.S. economic data revealed that inflation and GDP met expectations, while durable goods orders exceeded forecasts.
In August 2024, Ethereum's price surged past the $2,000 threshold, targeting a potential move toward $3,300. This rally was driven by record inflows into spot Ethereum ETFs, which reached nearly $1 billion monthly. Recent figures show that inflows hit $700 million, significantly boosting the cryptocurrency's market momentum based on the latest institutional activity.
On Wednesday, August 20, spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $517.19 million in inflows, marking the highest daily surge since May. This significant influx represents a major peak in investor activity for these exchange-traded funds. The data highlights a substantial increase in capital commitment to Bitcoin through regulated spot ETF products.
