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Week 2 of August 2026 Statistics Period: August 5, 2026 – August 11 Data as of: August 11, 2026 Core Narrative Over the past week, the crypto market remained range-bound amid macroeconomic data andWeek 2 of August 2026 Statistics Period: August 5, 2026 – August 11 Data as of: August 11, 2026 Core Narrative Over the past week, the crypto market remained range-bound amid macroeconomic data and

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MEXC Alpha Trader Weekly | NFP Turns Negative, BTC Stalls at $64K — Can Rate-Cut Bets Break the Deadlock?

Aug 13, 2026

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Week 2 of August 2026

Statistics Period: August 5, 2026 – August 11

Data as of: August 11, 2026

Core Narrative

Over the past week, the crypto market remained range-bound amid macroeconomic data and geopolitical developments. Bitcoin traded between $63,000 and $65,000, hovering around $63,900-$64,000 as of Aug 11. With no clear direction emerging, the market is waiting for a stronger catalyst.

U.S. jobs data disappoints, boosting rate-cut expectations. On Aug 7, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that nonfarm payrolls fell by 23,000 in July, far below expectations for an 85,000 increase. June's figure was revised down from 57,000 to 20,000, with the previous two months revised lower by a combined 103,000. Meanwhile, unemployment unexpectedly fell to 4.1% from the expected 4.2%, sending mixed signals on the labor market. Following the release, expectations for a September rate cut rose sharply.

Geopolitical tensions ease as the Strait of Hormuz gradually reopens. On Aug 6, Trump said no formal agreement had been reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though it was already "partially open." On Aug 10, he announced that U.S. forces had completed mine-clearing operations across the strait, giving the U.S. Navy "100% control" of key shipping lanes. However, Trump also demanded war reparations from Iran, while Tehran set six conditions, including lifting the naval blockade and withdrawing military forces. The outlook for negotiations therefore remains uncertain.

ETF flows: Bitcoin posts five straight days of inflows as institutions buy the dip. Bitcoin Spot ETFs recorded net inflows for five consecutive trading days through the week ending Aug 8. On Aug 4 alone, net inflows reached $211 million, with BlackRock's IBIT accounting for $170 million. Institutional investors appear to be building positions around $62,000-$64,000, in sharp contrast with subdued retail sentiment.

Macro focus shifts to July CPI. Following the surprise decline in July payrolls, inflation data will be the next key driver of Fed expectations. If inflation also cools, the rate-cut trade could return in force.

Overall, markets are balancing weak jobs data, easing geopolitical tensions, and steady ETF inflows. Bitcoin remains locked in the $63,000-$65,000 range as traders await CPI for the next catalyst. The founder of 10x Research noted that an August close above $63,000 could turn several cycle indicators bullish and confirm a bear-market bottom.

I. Key Developments in the Crypto Market

1. Institutional Flows: Bitcoin Spot ETFs Record $854 Million in Net Inflows Over Five Straight Days, Marking Their Strongest Week Since Mid-April

In the first week of August, U.S. Bitcoin Spot ETFs saw a sharp return of capital. Net inflows totaled $854 million for the week ending Aug 7, the strongest weekly showing since mid-April and a clear reversal after eight straight weeks of more than $8.2 billion in net outflows. BlackRock's IBIT accounted for over 80% of the inflows.

Daily flows remained strong from Aug 5 to 7. Net inflows reached $244 million on Aug 5, led by IBIT at $197 million and ARKB at $37.63 million. On Aug 6, inflows totaled $129 million, with IBIT contributing $128 million and Morgan Stanley's MSBT $14.94 million. On Aug 7, inflows came in at $98.85 million, including $86.71 million from IBIT and $40.95 million from Fidelity's FBTC. Total inflows over five consecutive trading days reached $854 million.

Flows turned negative in the second week of August. On Aug 10, Bitcoin Spot ETFs recorded $145 million in net outflows, led by $53.56 million from IBIT and $40.30 million from FBTC.

Ethereum Spot ETFs also posted strong inflows in the first week of August. Net inflows reached $60.86 million on Aug 5, led by BlackRock's ETHA at $50.34 million; $92.15 million on Aug 6, with ETHA contributing $81.14 million; and $49.60 million on Aug 7, including $38.15 million from ETHA and $11.45 million from Fidelity's FETH. Total inflows from Aug 5 to 7 reached about $203 million. For the week, Ethereum Spot ETFs attracted roughly $245 million, their strongest performance since April.

Institutional and retail sentiment continue to diverge. Despite strong ETF inflows, the Fear & Greed Index remained near 35, still in "Fear" territory. This reinforces the pattern seen last week: institutions are building positions around $62,000-$64,000 while retail sentiment remains weak.

On-chain supply: Exchange reserves continue to rise. CryptoQuant data shows Bitcoin exchange reserves climbed to about 2.72 million BTC in early August, the highest level since July. Exchange inflows from coins held for 3-5 years rose about 595% above the quarterly baseline, while inflows from 5-7-year holders surged 1,016%. Together, these signals point to rising supply pressure rather than continued tightening.

2. Price Performance: BTC Consolidates Within the $63,000–$65,000 Range

Over the past week, Bitcoin remained trapped in a narrow $63,000-$65,000 range.

Aug 5-6: Bitcoin traded around $63,000-$64,000. Two attempts to break above $64,500 were rejected, sending prices back toward $63,500. The 24-hour trading range narrowed to below 1.5%. Sentiment improved as macro conditions turned more constructive, including signs that the Strait of Hormuz was reopening.

Aug 7 (Friday): U.S. July nonfarm payrolls unexpectedly fell by 23,000 versus expectations for an 85,000 increase, triggering sharp market volatility. Bitcoin briefly approached $64,830, gaining 0.8% over 24 hours and 1.3% on the week.

Aug 9-11: Bitcoin traded around $63,900-$64,000 as markets stayed cautious ahead of CPI. The founder of 10x Research noted that an August close above $63,000 could turn several cycle indicators bullish and confirm a bear-market bottom.

Asset	Weekly Change	Price Range
Bitcoin	Approx. +1% ~ +2%	$63,000 – $65,000
Ethereum	Approx. +1% ~ +2%	$1,860 – $1,940
Solana	Approx. +2% ~ +4%	$74 – $82
XRP	Approx. 0% ~ +2%	$1.06 – $1.14
Total Market Cap	Approx. +1% ~ +3%	$21.8T – $22.7T

Data source: MEXC, CoinMarketCap, CoinGecko

Technical Outlook: As of Aug 11, Bitcoin was trading around $63,900-$64,000 after a fourth failed attempt to break above $65,000 this week. Support sits at $63,000-$63,500, with a break potentially exposing $61,000-$62,000. Resistance stands at $65,000-$65,500, followed by $66,000-$66,600. Bitcoin is trading between the EMA50 (~$64,466) and EMA200 (~$63,768). The daily MACD has formed a bearish crossover, while RSI near 39 signals weak momentum. Analyst Ted Pillows noted that Bitcoin needs to close above $65,000 and then break the $67,260-$68,000 resistance zone for bulls to regain control. Markets are now focused on the July U.S. CPI release on Aug 12 as a potential catalyst to break the current range.

3. Stablecoins: Total Market Cap Near $302B, Contraction Continues

As of the week ending Aug 9, total stablecoin market cap stood at about $302.0 billion, down 1.40% from roughly $306.3 billion the previous week. Since peaking near $322.1 billion in mid-May, total supply has fallen by about $15-$17 billion, marking the longest contraction cycle since 2022.

USDT: Market cap falls to lowest since October 2025. USDT market cap declined to about $183.1-$183.3 billion, accounting for roughly 59.8%-61% of the stablecoin market. CryptoQuant data shows its 60-day rolling supply fell by about $4 billion, with nearly $870 million withdrawn in the past 11 days. On-chain analyst Stacy Muur noted that some investors may be converting stablecoins directly into fiat and exiting the market.

USDC: Supply also contracts. USDC market cap stood at around $71.7-$72.2 billion, or about 23.5% of the market. Supply declined by roughly $2.2 billion over the past 60 days and fell from about $73.28 billion to $72.15 billion over the past month. Although the USDC Treasury minted $250 million on Aug 11, overall supply remains in contraction.

Exchange liquidity continues to tighten. Jiang Zhuoer, founder of BTC.TOP, noted that stablecoins continue to flow out of crypto markets, with combined USDT and USDC net outflows of about $2.23 billion over the past month. The continued decline in on-chain and exchange stablecoin reserves suggests the current rebound is being driven more by leverage on existing capital than by fresh liquidity.

Structural signal: Despite the broader contraction, USDC continues to lead in on-chain activity. Token Terminal data shows $3.2 trillion in USDC transfer volume over the past 30 days, versus $1.3 trillion for USDT. USDC is increasingly used for high-frequency settlement and institutional payments, while USDT remains dominant in retail and emerging-market value storage. Their roles are diverging: USDC toward a settlement layer, and USDT toward digital cash.

II. Global Asset Performance

1. Equity Markets: Dow and S&P 500 Reach New Highs as Nonfarm Payrolls Data Bolsters Rate Cut Expectations

U.S. stocks remained strong over the past week, supported by the final stretch of earnings season and key macro data. On Aug 5, both the Dow and S&P 500 closed at record highs, with the Dow topping 54,000 for the first time and the S&P 500 breaking 7,700. Semiconductors led the rally, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surging 6.5%. Nvidia rose for a fifth straight session, pushing its market cap above $5.36 trillion. On Aug 6, the Dow set another record close, extending its winning streak to five sessions. On Aug 7, all three major U.S. indexes declined, led by weakness in memory-chip stocks. SanDisk fell 6.8%, while Western Digital dropped nearly 5%.

Weak Jobs Data Fuels Rate-Cut Bets. U.S. July nonfarm payrolls fell by 23,000, far below expectations for an 85,000 increase. The release sharply reduced expectations for a September rate hike and boosted rate-cut bets, sending U.S. stock futures higher and the dollar lower.

Earnings season reveals AI winners as chip stocks rally, then easeOn Aug 10, all three major U.S. indexes edged lower as doubts resurfaced over whether the U.S. and Iran could reach a lasting agreement. The Dow fell 0.11% to 53,975.98, the S&P 500 slipped 0.06% to 7,753.11, and the Nasdaq declined 0.32% to 26,605.36.

Index	Weekly Change	Key Drivers	On-Chain Mapping
Nasdaq Composite Index	Approx. +0.08%	Earnings season reveals AI winners as chip stocks rally, then ease.	QQQON/USDT
S&P 500 Index	Approx. +0.22%	Hit a record high of 7,736 on Aug 5 as weak jobs data boosted rate-cut expectations	SPYON/USDT
Dow Jones Industrial Average	Approx. +0.49%	Topped 54,000 for the first time on Aug 5 and set another record close on Aug 6	US30USDT

2. Commodities: Hormuz Talks Remain Uncertain, Oil Stages a V-Shaped Rebound, and Gold and Silver Surge

Commodities remained driven by shifting expectations over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices staged a sharp V-shaped reversal, while gold and silver surged on multiple supportive factors.

Crude oil: Hormuz uncertainty drives a sharp rebound. Oil extended losses early in the week on optimism that the U.S. and Iran could reach an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. On Aug 5, September WTI settled down 5.69% at $75.77/barrel, while October Brent crude fell 5.26% to $79.36/barrel. WTI briefly dropped below $74 during Asian trading. On Aug 6, prices stabilized, with WTI closing at $77.29 (+2.75%) and Brent at $82.40.

The outlook reversed over the weekend. On Aug 10, Trump said U.S. forces had gained "100% control" of the Strait of Hormuz and demanded war reparations from Iran, while Tehran blamed the U.S. naval blockade for preventing full reopening. With both sides hardening their positions, hopes for an agreement faded. Oil surged about 5% that day, with WTI closing at $82.13 (+5.05%) and Brent at $87.72 (+4.99%). Brent moved above $88/barrel during Asian trading on Aug 11.

Gold: Weak jobs data sends prices surging 7.28% for the week. London Spot gold jumped 4.16% on Aug 5, its biggest daily gain in six months, briefly topping $4,200/oz before closing at $4,247.17. On Aug 6, gold moved back above $4,300. By Aug 8, Spot gold closed at $4,341.12/oz, up 7.28% for the week and marking its strongest weekly gain since the week of Jan 23. During Asian trading on Aug 11, gold broke above $4,400/oz, reaching a more than two-month high. Since its June 30 low of $3,942.43, gold has risen 12.29%.

Silver: Stronger momentum outpaces gold. London Spot silver jumped 4.26% on Aug 5 to above $62/oz, while COMEX silver futures gained over 3% to $62.08/oz. During Asian trading on Aug 11, Spot silver briefly topped $66/oz, up 20.93% from its July 17 low of $54.744. Silver's rally started later than gold's but has been significantly stronger, highlighting its higher-beta profile.

Asset	Weekly Performance	Key Event	On-Chain Mapping
WTI Crude Oil	$74 – $82/barrel	Oil fell to $74 early in the week on Hormuz reopening hopes, then rebounded sharply to $82 after Trump's hawkish remarks over the weekend	OIL(WTI)USDT
Brent Crude Oil	$79 – $88/barrel	U.S.-Iran talks remain uncertain, sending Brent up about 5% on Monday to $87.72	OIL(BRENT)USDT
Gold	$4,100 – $4,400+/oz	Weak jobs data, rising rate-cut bets, and geopolitical uncertainty drive a 7.28% weekly surge, the biggest in six months	GOLD(XAUT)USDT GOLD(PAXG)USDT GOLD(XAUT)USDC GOLD(PAXG)USDC
Silver	$59 – $66/oz	Higher-beta asset with stronger gains	SILVER(XAG)USDT

3. Bond Market: Weak Jobs Data Boosts Rate-Cut Bets as the 30-Year Yield Hits a 19-Year High

The bond market was driven by rising rate-cut expectations after the weak jobs report, alongside heavy corporate bond supply and hawkish Fed signals. Treasury yields fell early in the week before rebounding, while the yield curve continued to steepen.

Early in the week, easing geopolitical tensions and weak wage data pushed yields lower. On Aug 5, the 10-year Treasury yield fell to around 4.61%, while the 2-year yield declined to about 4.18%.

On Thursday, yields jumped as Google announced a 10-tranche bond offering spanning 2- to 40-year maturities, pressuring the long end. Hawkish signals from Warsh on a possible September rate hike added to the move. The 10-year yield rose 6.5 bps to 4.68%, while the 30-year climbed to 5.23%.

On Friday, weak jobs data sharply boosted rate-cut expectations. U.S. July payrolls fell by 23,000, sending the 2-year Treasury yield down about 7 bps. The 10-year yield eased to around 4.64%, while the 2s10s spread widened to roughly 44.6 bps.

Over the weekend, renewed geopolitical uncertainty and hawkish Fed comments pushed yields higher again. On Aug 10, oil surged about 5% amid uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz, while Cleveland Fed President Hammack said the Fed may need multiple rate hikes. The 10-year yield climbed above 4.70% (+5.8 bps), while the 30-year rose to around 5.27%, its highest since 2007. By Aug 11, the 10-year yield reached 4.73%, up more than 10 bps for the week.

Institutional outlook: JPMorgan raised its year-end forecasts to 4.85% for the 10-year and 5.40% for the 30-year. Bank of America viewed the July jobs report as broadly dovish but insufficient to change the Fed's policy path, maintaining its forecast for 75 bps of cumulative rate hikes starting in September.

MEXC's tokenized Treasury product TLTON/USDT, linked to the TLT ETF, offers convenient exposure to long-term U.S. Treasury yield expectations. TLT currently trades around $84, with a 30-day SEC yield of 5.03%. International ETF token pairs such as EEMON/USDT, EFAON/USDT, and INDAON/USDT are also available on MEXC.

III. In-Depth Analysis of Key Topics

Topic 1: Nonfarm Payrolls Unexpectedly Decline—"Rate-Cut Trade" Resurges Amid Mixed Signals

The U.S. July jobs report released on Aug 7 was the week's most important macro driver.

U.S. payrolls fell by 23,000 in July, far below expectations for an 83,000 increase, while June was revised down to a 20,000 decline. The unemployment rate edged down from 4.2% to 4.1%, but labor force participation fell to 61.4%, its lowest in over five years, suggesting the lower jobless rate partly reflected workers leaving the labor force.

Mixed signals:

The outright decline in payrolls signals a clear economic slowdown, while the unexpected drop in unemployment suggests the labor market has not materially deteriorated. These mixed signals have divided expectations for the Fed's policy path: rate-cut bets are rising, but a cut is far from certain.

After the release, the 2-year Treasury yield plunged about 7 bps, yields fell across the curve, and the U.S. dollar weakened sharply. Traders scaled back expectations for further Fed hikes this year, now pricing in roughly 12 bps of tightening in September. However, Cleveland Fed President Hammack later warned that the Fed may need multiple rate hikes to bring inflation back to 2%, keeping hawkish risks alive.

Impact on crypto assets:

The biggest positive was the sharp pullback in September rate-hike expectations, which had previously reached 67%. That provided some support for Bitcoin, but the reaction was muted. BTC briefly rose to $65,300 before retreating toward $64,000. Much of the good news had already been priced in, with Bitcoin rebounding from $62,500 to above $64,000 before the data release.

In the near term, the return of the rate-cut trade supports a recovery in crypto valuations, but the Aug 12 CPI report will determine whether the trend can continue. Softer inflation could bring the rate-cut trade back in full, while sticky inflation would raise stagflation risks and put renewed pressure on risk assets.

Topic 2: ETFs See $854 Million in Weekly Net Inflows—Why Is Crypto Price Stagnant Despite Institutional Buying?

In the first week of August, Bitcoin Spot ETFs posted a standout set of inflow figures.

U.S. Bitcoin Spot ETFs recorded $853.54 million in net inflows for the week ending Aug 7, their strongest weekly performance since mid-April. All five trading days saw positive flows: $170.1 million on Aug 3, $211.5 million on Aug 4, $244.4 million on Aug 5, $137.6 million on Aug 6, and $101.7 million on Aug 7. BlackRock's IBIT alone attracted about $693.5 million, accounting for over 80% of total inflows. Ethereum Spot ETFs also drew around $245 million in net inflows over the same period.

However, a stark contradiction has emerged:

Despite strong institutional inflows into Bitcoin Spot ETFs, BTC remains stuck in the $63,000-$65,000 range without a decisive breakout. This divergence between strong ETF demand and weak price action is one of the week's most notable market-structure signals.

Analysis of potential causes:

Ample sell-side liquidity. Bitcoin exchange reserves have risen to about 2.72 million BTC, the highest since July. Exchange inflows from 3-5-year holders are up roughly 595% versus the quarterly baseline, while inflows from 5-7-year holders have surged 1,016%. This added supply is absorbing ETF demand.
Retail sentiment remains weak. The Fear & Greed Index is hovering around 35, still in "Fear" territory. ETF inflows appear to reflect strategic institutional allocation rather than broad market participation.
Macro uncertainty caps risk appetite. With CPI data approaching, traders are reluctant to take aggressive directional positions. ETF inflows look more like gradual accumulation than momentum chasing.

Implications for traders: Continued institutional accumulation around $63,000 is a positive long-term signal, but a near-term break above $65,000 still depends on whether fresh demand can absorb existing sell-side supply. According to 10x Research, an August close above $63,000 could turn several cycle indicators bullish and confirm a bear-market bottom.

Topic 3: "100% Control" of the Strait of Hormuz — A New Phase in Geopolitical Tensions

The week's biggest geopolitical variable was Trump's latest statement on the Strait of Hormuz.

On Aug 10, Trump said U.S. forces had completed mine-clearing operations across the strait and that the U.S. Navy had "100% control" of key shipping lanes. He said the route was open, though Iran could still occasionally deploy mines that U.S. forces would remove. Trump also demanded war reparations from Iran and instructed U.S. negotiators to include the demand in future talks.

Iran, however, said the U.S. naval blockade was the main obstacle to fully reopening the strait, highlighting a clear divide between the two sides.

Impact on crude oil and crypto assets:

The comments triggered sharp swings in oil prices. On Aug 10, WTI surged 5.05% to $82.13/barrel, while Brent rose 4.99% to $87.72/barrel. Markets viewed the move as a sign of escalating U.S. pressure on Iran, rather than genuine de-escalation.

For crypto, the transmission path is clear: Hormuz tensions → higher oil prices → stronger inflation expectations → higher rate-hike expectations → pressure on risk assets. After Trump's hawkish remarks on Aug 1, Bitcoin quickly fell from $65,000 to $62,000, highlighting how rapidly geopolitical risks can weigh on crypto.

Key follow-up focus areas:

Actual Hormuz shipping conditions: U.S. military "control" does not mean full commercial reopening. Actual tanker traffic remains the key indicator.
U.S.-Iran negotiations: Trump's reparation demand adds complexity, while Iran's response will determine whether tensions escalate or ease.
Oil-to-inflation transmission: If oil stays above $80, energy inflation could again constrain Fed policy.

IV. Market Hot Keyword Word Cloud

Rank	Keyword	Core Driver	On-Chain Mapping
1	NFP turns negative (-23K)	July payrolls fell far below expectations, sharply reducing September rate-hike odds and boosting rate-cut bets.	BTC/USDT
2	Bitcoin ETFs attract $854M in one week	Strongest week since mid-April, with five straight days of net inflows as institutions accelerate accumulation.	BTC/USDT
3	Hormuz under "100% control"	Trump says U.S. forces fully control Hormuz but demands reparations from Iran, triggering a sharp oil rebound.	OIL(WTI)USDT OIL(BRENT)USDT
4	BTC fails at $65,000 four times	BTC repeatedly moved above $65,000 before quickly retreating, showing strong sell-side resistance.	BTC/USDT
5	Gold surges 7.28% in one week	Weak jobs data, rising rate-cut bets, and geopolitical uncertainty push gold above $4,400 to a two-month high	GOLD(XAUT)USDT
6	30-year Treasury yield hits 5.27%	Highest since 2007 as fiscal deficits and term premium keep pressure on long-end yields	TLTON/USDT

V. Key Focus Areas for the Coming Week

Financial Calendar (Aug 5—Aug 11, SGT)

Date	Event/Index	Market Impact	Tokenized Underlying
Aug 12 (Wed) 20:30	U.S. July CPI Inflation Data	The week's key event. After the NFP shock, inflation will determine whether the rate-cut trade can continue. Markets expect headline CPI at 3.4% YoY (previous: 3.5%) and 0.1% MoM (previous: -0.4%), with core CPI at 2.5% YoY (previous: 2.6%). JPMorgan warns the CPI release could trigger a move of up to 2% in the S&P 500.	BTC/USDT, TLTON/USDT
Aug 13 (Thu) 20:30	U.S. July PPI Data	Wholesale inflation signal. Markets expect headline PPI to rise 0.2% MoM (previous: -0.3%) and core PPI to increase 0.3% MoM (previous: +0.2%). Together, CPI and PPI will help shape the Fed's September policy path.	BTC/USDT
Aug 13 (Thu) 20:30	U.S. Initial Jobless Claims (Week ending Aug 8)	A high-frequency labor market indicator. Monitor whether jobless claims show an accelerating uptrend against the backdrop of recent negative nonfarm payroll revisions.	BTC/USDT
Aug 14 (Fri) 20:30	U.S. July Retail Sales (MoM)	A litmus test for consumer resilience. Stronger-than-expected retail data may partially offset the negative impact of weak nonfarm payrolls.	BTC/USDT
Aug 14 (Fri) 22:00	Preliminary August University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index (US)	Focus on the one-year inflation expectations sub-index, which reflects the real impact of high interest rates and energy prices on household spending.	BTC/USDT
Ongoing Monitoring	U.S.-Iran Strait of Hormuz Negotiations	Iran says it is "close" to an agreement with Oman, but reopening the strait still depends on conditions including compensation. Trump has demanded reparations from Iran. With both sides sending conflicting signals, further progress will determine the direction of the geopolitical risk premium.	OIL(WTI)USDT, BTC/USDT
Ongoing Monitoring	ETF Fund Flows	Monitor whether the strong net inflow momentum of $854 million seen in the first week of August can be sustained.	BTC/USDT
Ongoing Monitoring	BTC $65,000 Resistance Level	After four consecutive false breakouts, the ability to effectively hold above the $65,000 level will be key to determining the short-term trend direction.	BTC/USDT

VI. Platform Updates

1. MEXC Launches Annual Brand Campaign: MEXC 0808: Stock Season With $500,000

On Aug 5, MEXC officially launched its annual brand campaign, "MEXC 0808: Stock Season With $500,000," centered on "0 Fees" and "Unlimited Opportunities." The event runs from Aug 8 to Aug 28, with early-bird registration now open and a total prize pool of $500,000.

During the event, MEXC will waive trading fees for Stock Futures, tokenized stocks, and RealStocks. MEXC CEO Vugar Usi Zade said, "0808 brings together two of MEXC's core values: 0 fees and unlimited opportunities. It is more than a campaign; it is a celebration of what the MEXC brand stands for." According to a joint report by MEXC and CoinGecko, U.S. stock trading volume across six major centralized exchanges surged 337.4% MoM to $189.84 billion in June 2026. U.S. stocks accounted for 48.3% of total TradFi trading volume, becoming the largest traditional asset category for the first time.

2. RealStocks Major Upgrade: Three New Features Officially Launched

On Aug 11, MEXC announced MEXC RealStocks: Introducing 3 New Trading Upgrades. RealStocks is a cross-market trading product launched by MEXC in partnership with regulated brokerage partners, allowing eligible users to directly buy and hold real shares of over 7,000 U.S.-listed stocks and ETFs.

The three new features introduced in this upgrade are:

RealStocks RWA feature: Users can access a trading experience more closely aligned with the real U.S. stock market and receive corresponding shareholder rights.
One-click transfer: If the RealStocks account has insufficient funds, users can transfer available assets directly from their Spot account while placing an order, without pre-funding the account.
Recurring investment: Users can set a fixed investment amount and frequency, such as weekly or monthly, and the system will automatically purchase the selected stocks to support long-term investment strategies.

3. MEXC Lists DAPPOS (DOS) and Launches Airdrop+ Event

On Aug 10, MEXC listed DAPPOS (DOS) in the Innovation Zone, opening DOS/USDT and DOS/USDC Spot trading pairs. DOS is also available on MEXC Convert for instant, zero-fee token swaps.

DAPPOS is an AI infrastructure project. Its flagship product, xBubble, is a low-latency AI agent designed to automatically write code, run tests, and schedule specific tasks. DOS has a fixed total supply of 1 billion tokens and is used to access premium services, pay transaction fees, participate in staking, and protocol governance. To celebrate the listing, MEXC also launched a DAPPOS (DOS) Airdrop+ event, offering $60,000 worth of DOS tokens and 10,000 USDT in rewards. The campaign runs from Aug 10 to Aug 24.

Disclaimer: This report is for research purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Crypto asset prices are highly volatile, and geopolitical events and macroeconomic developments may significantly affect the market. Investors should make independent decisions based on their own risk tolerance. Any platform products or trading pairs mentioned in this report are presented solely for informational purposes and do not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell.

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