Trump family bought Coinbase and Strategy shares amid crypto losses
Donald Trump and his family have expanded their exposure to crypto-linked equities during the first quarter of 2026, adding positions in Coinbase, MARA Holdings, and Strategy as several Trump-backed digital asset ventures continued posting heavy paper losses. According to a…
By Rony Roy 5/15/2026, 7:10:49 AM
DESRI and Meta sign 850 MW of new power purchase agreements, pushing partnership past 2.5 GW
This partnership accelerates renewable energy adoption, boosts job creation, and supports educational initiatives in clean energy sectors. The post DESRI and Meta sign 850 MW of new power purchase agreements, pushing partnership past 2.5 GW appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:07:14 AM
Billionaire Ron Baron Says SpaceX Will Skyrocket to $30,000,000,000,000 Market Cap – Here’s When
The founder and CEO of investment management firm Baron Capital, Ron Baron, believes that one firm that is preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) could generate massive returns over the coming years. In a new CNBC interview, Baron says that the aerospace and artificial intelligence firm SpaceX, which filed to go public in April, […] The...
By Mark Emem 5/15/2026, 7:01:52 AM
Ethereum TD Sequential Flashes Sell Signal – Is A New 50% Corrective Phase Starting?
As the market reacts to the latest crypto legislation, Ethereum (ETH) is flashing warning signs after a fresh technical sell signal emerged for the first time in months and a spike in on‑chain realized profits. Related Reading: DEF Warns ‘Anti‑DeFi’ Amendments To CLARITY Act Could Threaten Users, Developer Protections Ethereum Risks New Leg Down...
By Rubmar Garcia 5/15/2026, 7:00:11 AM
Cardano Millionaire Wallets Reach Record 25B ADA Holdings
On-chain data shows the Cardano sharks and whales have quietly accumulated amid the market decline as their holdings have hit a new record. Cardano Sharks & Whales Have Pushed Supply To A New All-Time High In a new post on X, on-chain analytics firm Santiment has talked about the latest trend in the supply of […]
By Keshav Verma 5/15/2026, 7:00:09 AM
Gemini’s $50M quarter shows why it is moving beyond crypto trading
Gemini revenue rose 42% to $50.3M in Q1 as credit card income surged, but exchange revenue fell and operating costs increased sharply.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/15/2026, 6:55:05 AM
CLARITY will strengthen dollar stablecoins, but Asia wins on yield: HashKey Research
HashKey says U.S. regulatory clarity may unlock institutional adoption of crypto and reinforce USD stablecoins globally, though stricter yield rules could push capital toward Asian markets offering higher returns.
By Sam Reynolds 5/15/2026, 6:47:42 AM
Ethereum upgrades may not be enough to lift Ether, JPMorgan warns
Ether has continued to lag behind Bitcoin during the latest crypto market recovery, with analysts at JPMorgan saying weaker network activity and fading confidence across the altcoin market have kept institutional demand tilted toward Bitcoin. According to a report from…
By Rony Roy 5/15/2026, 6:45:53 AM
Qualcomm drops 13% as chip stocks retreat from AI rally
The semiconductor sector's retreat highlights vulnerabilities in AI-driven market exuberance, impacting both traditional equities and crypto assets. The post Qualcomm drops 13% as chip stocks retreat from AI rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 6:45:15 AM
Iran ships transit Hormuz freely amid US blockade tensions
Iran's ship transits may signal easing tensions, impacting global oil trade and geopolitical dynamics amid ongoing US-Iran conflicts. The post Iran ships transit Hormuz freely amid US blockade tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 6:44:55 AM
Hana Bank Bets Big on Crypto Future
The post Hana Bank Bets Big on Crypto Future appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Hana Bank acquired a $670 million stake in Dunamu, the operator of South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Upbit. Bloomberg reported the transaction values the deal at nearly 1 trillion won. Hana’s board approved purchasing 228 million shares from Kakao...
By Qadir AK 5/15/2026, 6:35:11 AM
Solana bulls face $98 test as $117 target comes into view
Solana trades near $90 as Ali Charts says a daily close above $98 could open the path to $107 and $117 while $88 and $78 remain key levels.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/15/2026, 6:32:39 AM
Borrowers Deserve Lenders Who Understand Bitcoin
Humans love to tell stories. A good story explains something about the world we experience, while remaining accessible and easy to understand. And so it should not be surprising that the story of Bitcoin’s rise inside institutions has been told as neat and linear. The following opinion article was authored by Matt Luongo, the Founder […]
By Guest Author 5/15/2026, 6:30:20 AM
EIA forecasts crude oil prices could rise $20/bbl if Strait of Hormuz remains closed through June
A prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz could exacerbate global inflation, strain import-dependent economies, and heighten market volatility. The post EIA forecasts crude oil prices could rise $20/bbl if Strait of Hormuz remains closed through June appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 6:20:35 AM
2.6 million student loan borrowers default in early 2026, New York Fed data shows
The surge in student loan defaults could signal broader economic instability, affecting credit markets and reducing investment capital availability. The post 2.6 million student loan borrowers default in early 2026, New York Fed data shows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 6:18:04 AM
Anthropic warns investors to avoid unauthorized secondary market sellers
Anthropic's stance highlights the risks of unauthorized share transactions, emphasizing the need for investor diligence and regulatory oversight. The post Anthropic warns investors to avoid unauthorized secondary market sellers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 6:16:56 AM
Top Altcoins To Stack As Bitcoin Price Rallies Above $80K
The post Top Altcoins To Stack As Bitcoin Price Rallies Above $80K appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin is back near the $80,000 level, and the latest move has started changing overall market sentiment again. Looking at the market scenario, market commentators said crypto may finally switch gears after months of slow price action and...
By Debashree Patra 5/15/2026, 6:07:29 AM
Ripple Research Lead Reveals What’s Next For The XRP Ledger
RippleX Head of Research Aanchal Malhotra said the next phase of XRP Ledger development is focused on privacy, zero-knowledge proofs and post-quantum readiness, framing the work as an effort to future-proof the network without compromising its core settlement design. Speaking on Episode 25 of Krippenreiter TV with XRP Ledger Foundation member...
By Jake Simmons 5/15/2026, 6:00:27 AM
Ethereum Dips To $2,250 As Trader Profit-Taking Hits 3-Week High
On-chain data shows investor realized profits on the Ethereum network have hit their highest level in three weeks alongside the dip in the ETH price. Ethereum Realized Profit/Loss Shot Up Recently According to data from on-chain analytics firm Santiment, the Ethereum Network Realized Profit/Loss has observed a spike recently. This indicator tells...
By Keshav Verma 5/15/2026, 6:00:16 AM
Tim Haldorsson Built Lunar Strategy During Crypto’s Collapse. 7 Years Later, He’s Still in the Market
An interview with the CEO and founder of one of crypto's longest-running growth agencies, as it celebrates its seventh anniversary. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Simona Ram 5/15/2026, 6:00:00 AM
FalconX expands tokenized credit facility to Monad network
FalconX's expansion into tokenized credit on Monad could enhance DeFi liquidity but raises concerns about smart contract and liquidity risks. The post FalconX expands tokenized credit facility to Monad network appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 5:53:49 AM
Ethereum introduces clear signing standard for human-readable transactions
Clear Signing could enhance security and compliance in Ethereum transactions, but its success hinges on widespread adoption by DeFi protocols. The post Ethereum introduces clear signing standard for human-readable transactions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 5:53:24 AM
Hana Bank makes $670M Upbit parent bet as Korea crypto shifts
Hana Bank will buy a $670M Dunamu stake, becoming Upbit parent’s fourth-largest holder as Korea’s crypto rules and Naver deal shift in 2026.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/15/2026, 5:50:00 AM
LBank Launches Futures Grid Trading New User Campaign With Up to 1,120 USDT in Rewards
[PRESS RELEASE – Singapore, Singapore, May 15th, 2026] Singapore, May 15, 2026 — LBank, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has officially launched the “Futures Grid Trading New User Growth Program.”The campaign offers a low-barrier, low-risk entry into futures grid trading. Through a three-stage framework of “Experience — Practice —...
By Chainwire 5/15/2026, 5:49:49 AM
Pi Network Price Forecast: Selling pressure builds despite vibe coding on Pi ecosystem
Pi Network (PI) extends losses at press time on Friday, risking a bearish breakout from a short-term consolidation range on the 4-hour chart.
By N/A 5/15/2026, 5:49:11 AM
Bitcoin ETF Outflows Surge as BTC Struggles to Hold $80K
US spot Bitcoin ETFs lost more than US$630 million as BTC fought to hold US$80,000, while Solana and Hyperliquid products still drew selective inflows from investors this volatile week. The post Bitcoin ETF Outflows Surge as BTC Struggles to Hold $80K appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 5/15/2026, 5:34:15 AM
Propy and Milo to Let Bitcoin Holders Buy Homes With $25M Financing Access
Propy and Milo are combining crypto-backed mortgages with blockchain-based real estate settlement for a fully digital home-buying process. The partnership aims to let crypto investors purchase property without selling their digital assets. Tim Draper Backs Propy as Milo Expands Crypto Mortgage Access Across the U.S. Real estate platform Propy and...
By Emmanuel Musa 5/15/2026, 5:30:37 AM
Group linked to Trump sons seeks $400M from US defense department for Kazakhstan tungsten mine
The request highlights potential conflicts of interest and underscores the geopolitical shift towards diversifying critical mineral sources. The post Group linked to Trump sons seeks $400M from US defense department for Kazakhstan tungsten mine appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 5:29:37 AM
BNB Price Forecast: BNB nears channel top as bulls test breakout
BNB (BNB), formerly known as Binance Coin, is nearing the upper boundary of its horizontal channel at $687 on Friday, where a breakout would signal a bullish move ahead. Strengthening on-chain data supports this bullish case.
By N/A 5/15/2026, 5:28:52 AM
Why Is XRP Price Up Today?
The post Why Is XRP Price Up Today? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XRP price up today, gaining nearly 3% as traders returned to risk assets and bullish narratives surrounding Ripple’s ecosystem accelerated. The token has spent weeks consolidating inside a narrow range, but fresh whale activity, ETF-related demand, and strengthening...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 5/15/2026, 5:28:39 AM
Cardano whales now hold 67% of ADA supply in highest share since 2020
Wallets holding at least one million ADA now control 25.09 billion tokens, the highest share since July 2020, even as Cardano's TVL has bled to $137 million from a December 2024 peak of $686 million, per Santiment and DefiLlama data.
By Shaurya Malwa 5/15/2026, 5:28:29 AM
Dapper Labs Halts New NFL All Day NFT Drops Amid Licensing Reset
NFL ALL DAY will stop issuing new Moments after Dapper Labs reset the sports NFT platform, while existing collectibles remain tradeable and long-term holders receive new account perks. The post Dapper Labs Halts New NFL All Day NFT Drops Amid Licensing Reset appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 5/15/2026, 5:23:03 AM
Dartmouth adds Solana ETF as endowment crypto exposure reaches $14M
Dartmouth discloses $14M in Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana ETF exposure while crypto funds face outflows and institutions adjust in May, 2026.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/15/2026, 5:20:50 AM
'Washington Gets It': Ripple Exec Cheers Crypto Bill Vote
San Francisco-based enterprise blockchain firm Ripple is throwing its full weight behind the CLARITY Act after the comprehensive cryptocurrency framework advanced out of the Senate Banking Committee.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/15/2026, 5:17:32 AM
Israel strikes Lebanon, ceasefire extension prospects dim
The escalation in Israel-Lebanon tensions risks destabilizing regional peace efforts, complicating diplomatic resolutions and impacting global markets. The post Israel strikes Lebanon, ceasefire extension prospects dim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 5:16:06 AM
Senate Crypto Bill Clears Key Hurdle as Ethics Debate Looms Over Final Vote
Banking groups and crypto firms remain divided over stablecoin rules as the Senate prepares for a broader debate on regulation. The post Senate Crypto Bill Clears Key Hurdle as Ethics Debate Looms Over Final Vote appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 5/15/2026, 5:11:19 AM
How Will Markets React When $2B Bitcoin Options Expire Today?
The end of another week has arrived, which means another batch of crypto options contracts are expiring as spot markets cool off.
By Martin Young 5/15/2026, 5:09:51 AM
Solana (SOL) Buyers Stay Active, Though Resistance Keeps Pressure High
Solana found support at $90 and corrected some losses. SOL price is now consolidating below $94 and might struggle to continue higher. SOL price started a decent recovery wave above $91 and $92 against the US Dollar. The price is now trading below $94 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance...
By Aayush Jindal 5/15/2026, 5:08:41 AM
PayPal agrees to settle US Justice Department probe over civil rights violations
The settlement highlights a shift in corporate diversity initiatives, emphasizing sector-based support over race-based criteria to comply with legal standards. The post PayPal agrees to settle US Justice Department probe over civil rights violations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 5:05:17 AM
Isomorphic Labs raises $2.1B for AI-powered drug discovery, backed by Alphabet and sovereign wealth funds
Isomorphic Labs' funding highlights AI's potential to revolutionize drug discovery, but success hinges on bridging computational and clinical gaps. The post Isomorphic Labs raises $2.1B for AI-powered drug discovery, backed by Alphabet and sovereign wealth funds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 5:05:02 AM
Lawyer behind Arbitrum crypto seizure fight now targets Tether for $344 million
Charles Gerstein wants a federal judge to order Tether to transfer OFAC-frozen USDT tied to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard to victims holding unpaid terrorism judgments
By Sam Reynolds 5/15/2026, 5:04:13 AM
MARA acquires Long Ridge to accelerate AI infrastructure development
MARA's acquisition positions it strategically in the AI infrastructure market, potentially enhancing competitiveness and diversifying revenue streams. The post MARA acquires Long Ridge to accelerate AI infrastructure development appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 5:03:47 AM
Zcash (ZEC) Rockets 1,200%—Expert Says ZEC Could Soon Outgrow Cardano (ADA)
Zcash (ZEC), the market’s leading privacy-focused cryptocurrency, has delivered a massive performance, with year-to-date data showing ZEC is up more than 1,200%, dramatically outpacing major coins. Cardano (ADA), by contrast, has been in a very different posture, with the same period showing a roughly 66% retrace. The divergence has been so...
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/15/2026, 5:00:50 AM
Bitcoin Slump Forces Metaplanet Into $728M Quarterly Loss
Metaplanet ended the first quarter of 2026 holding 40,177 Bitcoin — up from 35,102 at the close of December 2025 — after buying roughly 5,075 BTC during the period to become the third-largest publicly listed Bitcoin treasury company in the world. That aggressive accumulation came at a cost. A Quarter Of Two Stories The Tokyo-listed […]
By Christian Encila 5/15/2026, 5:00:30 AM
Wall Street’s Tokenisation Boom Runs Into Infrastructure Challenges
Tokenised finance is expanding rapidly, but executives warn the sector still faces major liquidity, custody and interoperability problems. The post Wall Street’s Tokenisation Boom Runs Into Infrastructure Challenges appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 5/15/2026, 4:58:05 AM
Bitcoin is still stuck below its 200-day average. Treasury yields may be the reason.
Rising yields may act as a headwind for assets like bitcoin and gold while potentially benefiting tokenized Treasury markets.
By Omkar Godbole 5/15/2026, 4:54:43 AM
Trump warns Iran: negotiate or face destruction amid nuclear tensions
Trump's warning to Iran may hinder diplomatic efforts, increasing regional instability and reducing chances for a peaceful nuclear resolution. The post Trump warns Iran: negotiate or face destruction amid nuclear tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 4:45:06 AM
Bitcoin Price Prediction Heads To $85K, Pepeto Presale Approaches Sellout With 100x Target Before Listing
The post Bitcoin Price Prediction Heads To $85K, Pepeto Presale Approaches Sellout With 100x Target Before Listing appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Bitcoin price prediction took a step higher after CoinDesk flagged three signals pointing to a possible move toward $85K and BNY Mellon confirmed Abu Dhabi spot BTC custody alongside a $108...
By PR Manager 5/15/2026, 4:43:00 AM
Tando enables 40 million Kenyans to receive Bitcoin via phone numbers
Tando's integration of Bitcoin with mobile money in Kenya could accelerate crypto adoption in emerging markets by simplifying user experience. The post Tando enables 40 million Kenyans to receive Bitcoin via phone numbers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 4:41:43 AM
XRP Price Enters Key Resistance Zone—Can a Breakout From Here Trigger a New All-Time High Rally?
The post XRP Price Enters Key Resistance Zone—Can a Breakout From Here Trigger a New All-Time High Rally? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The XRP price displayed strong bullish momentum and rallied from local lows around $1.42 to nearly $1.54 amid improving market sentiment. The recovery followed Bitcoin’s rise above $81,000, while the...
By Sahana Vibhute 5/15/2026, 4:41:31 AM