US to intensify economic pressure on Iran, impacting nuclear deal prospects
Intensified U.S. economic pressure on Iran may hinder nuclear deal prospects, reflecting market skepticism and impacting future negotiations. The post US to intensify economic pressure on Iran, impacting nuclear deal prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 6:25:32 PM
SpaceX stock nears IPO price, down 4% after lockup expiration
SpaceX's stock volatility post-lockup highlights the challenges of maintaining investor confidence amid fluctuating market dynamics. The post SpaceX stock nears IPO price, down 4% after lockup expiration appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 6:16:30 PM
Circle brings native USDC and CCTP to OKX X Layer
Circle has launched native USDC and its Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol on OKX’s X Layer, giving developers and businesses direct access to the regulated stablecoin across payments, DeFi and automated applications. Circle launches native USDC on X Layer Circle announced on…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/7/2026, 6:15:53 PM
Clarity Act stalls as Senate Republicans raise concerns over stablecoin yield
The CLARITY Act's stall highlights the ongoing tension between traditional banking and emerging digital finance, impacting future regulatory landscapes. The post Clarity Act stalls as Senate Republicans raise concerns over stablecoin yield appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 6:09:32 PM
AWS directs engineers to reduce CPU waste amid EC2 capacity strain
AWS's CPU capacity strain highlights the growing challenge of balancing AI-driven demand with infrastructure efficiency, impacting cloud costs. The post AWS directs engineers to reduce CPU waste amid EC2 capacity strain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 6:08:08 PM
OpenAI To Fork Out $3,200,000 in Settlement After Being Accused of Discriminating Against US Workers
OpenAI and subsidiary Statsig reach a $3.2 million settlement with the Justice Department over allegations of favoring foreign visa holders over U.S. workers in a small number of PERM-related positions. The deal includes penalties, victim compensation, policy revisions, and monitoring. The post OpenAI To Fork Out $3,200,000 in Settlement After...
By Daily Hodl Staff 8/7/2026, 6:05:22 PM
100 Thieves dominates SadFamous 2-0 at EWC26 CS2 open qualifier
100 Thieves' decisive win highlights their potential dominance in esports, setting a high bar for competitors and influencing future tournament dynamics. The post 100 Thieves dominates SadFamous 2-0 at EWC26 CS2 open qualifier appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 6:03:28 PM
Coldcard Bitcoin Hack: Victims Report Median Loss of 1 BTC as Theft Tops $111 Million
Bitcoin Magazine Coldcard Bitcoin Hack: Victims Report Median Loss of 1 BTC as Theft Tops $111 Million The amount of Bitcoin stolen has been confirmed at $111 million, but is likely much higher — and could stand at over $130 million. This post Coldcard Bitcoin Hack: Victims Report Median Loss of 1 BTC as Theft Tops $111 Million first appeared on...
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/7/2026, 6:02:38 PM
WonderFi founder says Canadian crypto rules led to Robinhood deal
Canada's stringent crypto regulations drive domestic firms to foreign acquisitions, highlighting challenges in sustaining local tech growth. The post WonderFi founder says Canadian crypto rules led to Robinhood deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:59:57 PM
Bitcoin Mining Giant Sells $46 Million Worth of BTC
Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin miner MARA Holdings has sold another 726 BTC, reducing its Bitcoin treasury to 35,577 BTC.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/7/2026, 5:58:38 PM
Galaxy Digital analyzes Coldcard hack as losses climb past $111M
The Coldcard hack underscores the critical need for rigorous firmware security in hardware wallets, challenging the trust in self-custody solutions. The post Galaxy Digital analyzes Coldcard hack as losses climb past $111M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:51:40 PM
Bybit wins injunction to freeze crypto linked to North Korea hack
Bybit's legal action highlights the urgent need for enhanced crypto security measures and regulatory oversight to combat state-sponsored cybercrime. The post Bybit wins injunction to freeze crypto linked to North Korea hack appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:50:08 PM
XRP ETF sees $3.58 million outflow and price plunge; how XRP holders can earn $7,000 daily
XRP faces renewed pressure after its first ETF outflow, while EX DeFi gains attention from investors seeking cloud mining and yield opportunities. XRP price has recently remained weak, and the first significant outflow from XRP ETF since their launch has…
By Guest Post 8/7/2026, 5:47:52 PM
DraftKings CEO criticizes prediction bets on earnings calls, even as the company bets big on the sector
DraftKings' investment in prediction markets highlights the tension between innovation and ethical considerations in corporate transparency. The post DraftKings CEO criticizes prediction bets on earnings calls, even as the company bets big on the sector appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:47:33 PM
Bybit Uses Tokenised Equities as Underlyings for Structured Yield
Bybit is expanding the role of tokenised equities on its platform by using more xStocks as underlyings for its Dual Asset structured product, allowing users to take short-duration exposure to tokenised shares through a yield structure rather than direct holding alone. The exchange added four xStocks pairs linked to Meta, Tesla, Robinhood and...
By Tanya Chepkova 8/7/2026, 5:47:24 PM
The White House considers sacking Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook
The potential removal of a Fed governor could undermine central bank independence, destabilizing financial markets and altering global trust. The post The White House considers sacking Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:46:05 PM
HBAR ETF Filing Shows $22M In Token Purchases
Canary Capital’s HBAR ETF filings suggest that headline inflow figures may overstate the fund’s direct impact on the open market. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/7/2026, 5:44:00 PM
US Treasury sparks debate over potential auction cutbacks as demand weakens
The Treasury's steady auction sizes may lead to a significant funding gap, impacting fiscal stability and future borrowing strategies. The post US Treasury sparks debate over potential auction cutbacks as demand weakens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:43:54 PM
US Treasury sanctions crypto exchanges funding IRGC, boosting gold demand
Sanctions on crypto exchanges may heighten geopolitical tensions, driving investors toward gold as a safe-haven asset amid financial instability. The post US Treasury sanctions crypto exchanges funding IRGC, boosting gold demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 5:38:24 PM
US Treasury sanctions crypto exchanges linked to Iran’s IRGC financing
The sanctions could hinder diplomatic efforts, reducing the likelihood of a U.S.-Iran nuclear deal and escalating economic tensions. The post US Treasury sanctions crypto exchanges linked to Iran’s IRGC financing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 5:38:15 PM
Circle expands USDC to OKX ecosystem with X Layer launch
The rollout gives X Layer users access to Circle-issued USDC and crosschain transfers as the stablecoin expands across major blockchain ecosystems.
By Sam Bourgi 8/7/2026, 5:36:45 PM
SK Hynix weighs $3 billion stake sale in China chip facility
SK Hynix's strategic shift may reshape global memory markets, impacting supply dynamics and geopolitical tech landscapes amid export controls. The post SK Hynix weighs $3 billion stake sale in China chip facility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:36:02 PM
Ether.fi CEO Mike Silagadze places $1M bet on EIP-8363
Silagadze's bet highlights potential centralization risks and DeFi instability, emphasizing the need for careful consideration of EIP-8363's impacts. The post Ether.fi CEO Mike Silagadze places $1M bet on EIP-8363 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:33:54 PM
Royal Government of Bhutan sells 434 BTC for $28M as sovereign Bitcoin treasury continues to shrink
Bhutan's strategic Bitcoin liquidation to fund development projects highlights a pragmatic approach for resource-rich nations leveraging crypto. The post Royal Government of Bhutan sells 434 BTC for $28M as sovereign Bitcoin treasury continues to shrink appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:31:09 PM
Senate abandons August CLARITY Act vote – leaving 14 ‘work days’ until midterm election season kills it
The US Senate has abandoned plans to vote on the landmark CLARITY Act legislation before its August break. On Aug. 6, Senate Majority Leader John Thune confirmed that the legislation will have to wait until lawmakers return Sept. 14, reversing his earlier expectation that the Senate would act before leaving Washington. A spokesperson for the […]...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/7/2026, 5:30:45 PM
Copper stockpiles shrink as US and China compete for metal
The US-China copper tug-of-war may lead to long-term supply chain shifts, impacting global pricing and industrial strategies. The post Copper stockpiles shrink as US and China compete for metal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:30:43 PM
Wellington Asset Management shifts from US Treasuries to German bonds after Fed meeting
Wellington's shift to German bonds highlights concerns over US inflation control, signaling potential shifts in global fixed-income strategies. The post Wellington Asset Management shifts from US Treasuries to German bonds after Fed meeting appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:24:44 PM
Trezor: Someone Always Holds Your Keys. It Should Be You.
By Danny Sanders, Chief Commercial Officer, Trezor If you own a hardware wallet and you have spent the last few days worried, I completely understand. The recent Coldcard incident was serious, and real people lost real money, which is never something to wave away. One company made a serious mistake on one of the core […]
By Media 8/7/2026, 5:21:47 PM
Saudi Arabia to cut Arab Light crude price in Asia by 50 cents next month
Saudi Arabia's pricing strategy may stabilize fiscal goals but could influence global oil market dynamics and regional economic policies. The post Saudi Arabia to cut Arab Light crude price in Asia by 50 cents next month appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 5:21:47 PM
China’s AI industry faces scrutiny as quality concerns mount alongside rapid growth
China's AI quality issues could undermine its global competitiveness and raise security concerns, despite closing the performance gap with the US. The post China’s AI industry faces scrutiny as quality concerns mount alongside rapid growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:21:45 PM
Truffle Security CEO warns AI models lower hacking barriers at Black Hat USA 2026
AI's role in cyber threats amplifies risks by enabling less-skilled hackers, challenging organizations to enhance their defensive strategies. The post Truffle Security CEO warns AI models lower hacking barriers at Black Hat USA 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:20:58 PM
BNY Mellon boosts stake in Strategy, now holds roughly 1 million shares worth $187M
BNY Mellon's strategic allocation in MicroStrategy highlights a growing trend of institutional investors opting for crypto proxies to navigate regulatory and operational complexities. The post BNY Mellon boosts stake in Strategy, now holds roughly 1 million shares worth $187M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:13:53 PM
Manchester City signs Geronimo Rulli on two-year deal
Rulli's return to Manchester City highlights the club's strategic depth-building, ensuring experienced backup amid key player transitions. The post Manchester City signs Geronimo Rulli on two-year deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:07:33 PM
Japan’s yen surges after US jobs data amid intervention concerns
The yen's surge highlights the delicate balance between controlling inflation and supporting exports, with potential global economic ripple effects. The post Japan’s yen surges after US jobs data amid intervention concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:07:04 PM
Morgan Stanley Posts Three-Day Bitcoin Buy Streak
Morgan Stanley has purchased Bitcoin for three consecutive days as momentum begins to build again and the demand for Bitcoin surges.
By Caroline Amosun 8/7/2026, 5:04:48 PM
Reform UK chair calls for probe into SBF-linked donation: Report
As the chairman of the Reform UK calls for an investigation into a FTX-linked political donation, the party’s leader prepares to face voters amid his own crypto-related scandal.
By Turner Wright 8/7/2026, 5:03:50 PM
Grayscale Staking Update Locks In Monthly Rewards Ahead Of IRS Deadline
The post Grayscale Staking Update Locks In Monthly Rewards Ahead Of IRS Deadline appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Grayscale staking strategy just became a lot more shareholder-friendly. Days before an important IRS deadline expired, the asset manager updated its trust agreement to make staking the default for nearly every eligible...
By Yash Jain 8/7/2026, 5:02:56 PM
Elon Musk claims AI requires more power than the grid can provide
AI's growing energy demands could reshape tech industries, emphasizing renewable solutions and sparking legal and environmental challenges. The post Elon Musk claims AI requires more power than the grid can provide appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:02:09 PM
New Bug Targets Web-Based Crypto Wallets: How 12-Year-Old Code Bug Cost Investors $5.7 Million
A 12-year-old CryptoJS bug triggered the $5.7M 'Ill Bloom' exploit across 2,100 wallets and app updates cannot fix compromised seed phrases.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/7/2026, 5:01:30 PM
US Treasury dismantles Iranian currency exchange network in sweeping sanctions campaign
The sanctions could significantly weaken Iran's financial infrastructure, impacting its global oil revenue flow and regional influence. The post US Treasury dismantles Iranian currency exchange network in sweeping sanctions campaign appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:00:19 PM
US Treasury targets Iran’s secret financial networks amid nuclear talks
The U.S. Treasury's actions could strain U.S.-Iran relations, complicating nuclear negotiations and altering regional geopolitical dynamics. The post US Treasury targets Iran’s secret financial networks amid nuclear talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 4:58:08 PM
BofA expects Fed to hike rates 75 basis points despite weak jobs data this year
BofA's stance highlights a potential prioritization of inflation control over employment, influencing future market and policy expectations. The post BofA expects Fed to hike rates 75 basis points despite weak jobs data this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 4:57:58 PM
Zerion unveils AI-assisted DeFi withdrawal process with new open-source CLI toolkit
Zerion's AI-driven CLI toolkit could democratize DeFi access, enhancing user autonomy and security while reducing reliance on traditional interfaces. The post Zerion unveils AI-assisted DeFi withdrawal process with new open-source CLI toolkit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:57:38 PM
$2.76B floods into high-yield bond retail funds as Iran peace bid calms markets
The Iran peace bid's calming effect on markets may lead to sustained interest in high-yield bonds, but geopolitical stability remains crucial. The post $2.76B floods into high-yield bond retail funds as Iran peace bid calms markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:56:57 PM
Bybit sues North Korea and Lazarus Group over $1.5 billion crypto hack
The fabricated lawsuit highlights the challenges of misinformation in cybersecurity, emphasizing the need for accurate reporting and verification. The post Bybit sues North Korea and Lazarus Group over $1.5 billion crypto hack appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:56:08 PM
BitMEX sale collapsed as buyers balked at founder ownership and shrinking business
Potential buyers, including Exodus, passed on BitMEX amid concerns over founder ownership and its shrinking business, according to a source familiar.
By Will Canny 8/7/2026, 4:53:56 PM
Trump tariffs ‘tortuous’ to soybean trade, says Chinese diplomat
The ongoing trade tensions may hinder diplomatic progress and delay high-level engagements between the U.S. and China. The post Trump tariffs ‘tortuous’ to soybean trade, says Chinese diplomat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 4:52:55 PM
Berkshire Hathaway repurchases $9B in stock, signaling undervaluation
Berkshire's significant stock repurchase under new leadership suggests confidence in long-term value, impacting investor perceptions and market dynamics. The post Berkshire Hathaway repurchases $9B in stock, signaling undervaluation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:49:57 PM
Hackers exploit BNB Chain smart contracts to distribute malware via fake CAPTCHAs
The exploitation of blockchain's immutability for malware distribution highlights the dual-use nature of decentralized technologies, complicating cybersecurity efforts. The post Hackers exploit BNB Chain smart contracts to distribute malware via fake CAPTCHAs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:49:11 PM
Russian forces attack Dnipropetrovsk, 2 dead, 6 injured: Kyiv Post
The attack highlights escalating conflict zones, impacting geopolitical stability and market perceptions of Russian territorial ambitions. The post Russian forces attack Dnipropetrovsk, 2 dead, 6 injured: Kyiv Post appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 4:48:41 PM