SBI, Rakuten and Nomura prepare crypto investment trusts in Japan
SBI, Rakuten and Nomura are preparing crypto investment trusts as Japan moves toward allowing funds to hold Bitcoin and Ether by 2028.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/17/2026, 1:20:00 PM
Total TVL in DeFi declines 49% since October 2025
The sharp DeFi TVL decline signals a deeper market reassessment, highlighting vulnerabilities and shifting investor priorities in the crypto space. The post Total TVL in DeFi declines 49% since October 2025 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 1:15:59 PM
Pyth Network releases 2.13 billion tokens, with 1.13B earmarked for ecosystem growth
The token release could intensify competition in the oracle sector, potentially driving innovation and strategic partnerships within the ecosystem. The post Pyth Network releases 2.13 billion tokens, with 1.13B earmarked for ecosystem growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 1:15:58 PM
XRP Reserve Shrinks to 2.75 Billion as Demand Persists
XRP continues to see growing demand despite the cooling momentum, as its reserve across all supported exchanges continue to shrink.
By Caroline Amosun 5/17/2026, 1:03:18 PM
Bitcoin Holds $78K Support as Traders Watch for Breakout Toward $80K
Bitcoin traded in a narrow consolidation range on May 17 as traders monitored whether support near $77,700 could stabilize the broader bullish structure after the recent pullback from the $82,800 high. Market data showed BTC holding above the critical $78,000 zone while mixed technical indicators across multiple time frames reflected cautious...
By Jamie Redman 5/17/2026, 1:00:53 PM
Israel establishes secret military outposts in Iraq amid Iran tensions
The establishment of Israeli outposts in Iraq could escalate regional tensions, complicate diplomatic relations, and increase conflict risks. The post Israel establishes secret military outposts in Iraq amid Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/17/2026, 12:55:56 PM
Can Circle recover lost USDC? User complaints reignite old debate
Circle faces renewed USDC recovery questions after users compared mistaken-transfer complaints with Tether’s official USDT recovery process.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/17/2026, 12:55:09 PM
Why Zcash Beats Bitcoin: Cardano Creator Explains; XRP Breaks 2026 ETF Record With 16% Jump Over April; Strategy Set to Disclose $1.2 Billion BTC Acquisition - Morning Crypto Report
Hoskinson attacks Bitcoin's anonymity as Zcash gains favor, XRP inflows hit new 2026 highs, and Strategy drops $1.2 billion on BTC.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 5/17/2026, 12:55:00 PM
Russia faces latent banking crisis as bad assets exceed 10% threshold
Russia's latent banking crisis could destabilize its economy by 2026, impacting global markets and challenging financial resilience strategies. The post Russia faces latent banking crisis as bad assets exceed 10% threshold appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 12:52:25 PM
Abu Dhabi reports drone strike causes fire at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, no injuries reported
The drone strike highlights vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, escalating regional tensions and potentially impacting global energy security. The post Abu Dhabi reports drone strike causes fire at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, no injuries reported appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 12:50:43 PM
Berkshire Hathaway buys into Google parent Alphabet in landmark 13F filing
Berkshire's investment in Alphabet signals a strategic shift towards tech diversification, potentially influencing other investors' tech allocations. The post Berkshire Hathaway buys into Google parent Alphabet in landmark 13F filing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 12:50:35 PM
Haredi draft bill returns as Knesset dissolution vote looms
The Haredi draft bill's return underscores deepening political instability in Israel, potentially reshaping coalition dynamics and governance. The post Haredi draft bill returns as Knesset dissolution vote looms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/17/2026, 12:41:54 PM
BREAKING: Bitcoin steadies near $78K as Iran responds to U.S. peace terms
Bitcoin traded near $78K as Iran and the U.S. exchanged peace deal terms, keeping crypto markets exposed to oil and war headlines.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/17/2026, 12:38:38 PM
VerifiedX introduces programmable, private Bitcoin with vBTC through new Prism privacy layer
Prism's privacy layer could revolutionize Bitcoin's institutional adoption by enabling confidential transactions, appealing to regulated entities. The post VerifiedX introduces programmable, private Bitcoin with vBTC through new Prism privacy layer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 12:25:58 PM
Israel launches air strikes on Lebanon despite extended ceasefire
The air strikes risk undermining diplomatic efforts, escalating regional tensions, and violating international humanitarian norms. The post Israel launches air strikes on Lebanon despite extended ceasefire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 12:23:18 PM
Iran drone attack targets UAE nuclear plant amid rising tensions
The attack exacerbates regional instability, diminishing peace prospects and increasing the likelihood of future military confrontations. The post Iran drone attack targets UAE nuclear plant amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/17/2026, 12:20:31 PM
This Bitcoin halving signal hints at imminent BTC crash
Bitcoin (BTC) may be nearing a major turning point after a historical halving-cycle signal resurfaced, raising the risk of a … Continue reading The post This Bitcoin halving signal hints at imminent BTC crash appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 5/17/2026, 12:11:41 PM
DeFi's new front: VerifiedX bets bitcoin's next chapter is programmable, private
VerifiedX says its Bitcoin sidechain enables programmable, privacy-preserving transactions without synthetic wrappers, targeting growing institutional demand for native DeFi on the original blockchain system.
By Jamie Crawley 5/17/2026, 12:00:00 PM
SBI Securities and Rakuten Securities plan crypto investment trusts for Japanese retail investors
Japan's crypto trusts could democratize digital asset access, potentially boosting market participation but raising counterparty risk concerns. The post SBI Securities and Rakuten Securities plan crypto investment trusts for Japanese retail investors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 11:59:36 AM
SpaceX prepares for high-stakes Starship V3 test flight next week
SpaceX's Starship V3 test flight could redefine space travel's competitive landscape, emphasizing payload capacity and reusability. The post SpaceX prepares for high-stakes Starship V3 test flight next week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 11:59:20 AM
Japan's SBI Securities, Rakuten Securities plan to offer crypto investment trusts
Another 11 companies responded to a survey saying they would consider offering crypto funds once the regulatory environment becomes clear.
By Sheldon Reback 5/17/2026, 11:41:31 AM
Russia’s A7A5 stablecoin claims it can thrive post-sanctions, and the numbers are hard to ignore
A7A5's success suggests sanctioned economies might adopt similar stablecoin models to bypass international financial restrictions. The post Russia’s A7A5 stablecoin claims it can thrive post-sanctions, and the numbers are hard to ignore appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 11:35:59 AM
Trump, Xi agree to keep Strait of Hormuz open amid US-Iran tensions
The agreement may stabilize oil flow but Trump's stance could hinder US-Iran diplomacy, affecting regional stability and market dynamics. The post Trump, Xi agree to keep Strait of Hormuz open amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/17/2026, 11:24:04 AM
Will XRP Explode as CLARITY Act Passes Senate Stage? ChatGPT Sees One Big Catch
Could this important step be what XRP needs to finally break out?
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/17/2026, 11:23:35 AM
Wall Street’s fight with Hyperliquid could decide who controls 24/7 markets
CME Group plans to make its cryptocurrency futures and options trade around the clock beginning May 29, a product line that posted $3 trillion in notional volume in 2025 and is running 46% above that pace year-to-date. ICE's New York Stock Exchange is developing a tokenized securities platform built for 24/7 operations, instant settlement,...
By Gino Matos 5/17/2026, 11:15:44 AM
How much crypto did President Trump officials disclose? At least $193M
Washington Post says nearly 70 Trump officials held crypto-linked assets worth at least $193M as policy shifts keep holdings in focus.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/17/2026, 11:14:32 AM
Trump advisers warn of heightened risk of China invading Taiwan in next 5 years
A potential Taiwan conflict could disrupt global semiconductor supply, impacting tech industries and reshaping geopolitical and economic landscapes. The post Trump advisers warn of heightened risk of China invading Taiwan in next 5 years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 11:09:26 AM
House Agriculture leaders urge Trump to fill CFTC seats before CLARITY Act passes
The CFTC's understaffing risks delaying effective crypto regulation, potentially undermining US leadership in digital asset oversight. The post House Agriculture leaders urge Trump to fill CFTC seats before CLARITY Act passes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 11:06:17 AM
Crypto Report Card: How Institutional Investors Allocated Capital In Q1 2026
The crypto market had a largely rough spell in the first quarter of the year, with the price of Bitcoin falling to as low as $62,000 by early February. While several institutional investors reduced their exposure as the digital assets underperformed, others took the downtime as an opportunity to load up their bags. Below is […]
By Opeyemi Sule 5/17/2026, 11:00:15 AM
Cardano Founder Denies Conspiring to Attack XRP
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson is once again forcefully rejecting accusations that he colluded with Ethereum insiders to orchestrate a regulatory attack against Ripple's XRP.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/17/2026, 10:59:57 AM
Shiba Inu Short Death Cross Confirmed, 10% Drop Recorded in Days
Shiba Inu sees short term selling pressure leading to loss of key support.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 5/17/2026, 10:57:20 AM
SBI, Rakuten, Nomura line up to launch crypto investment trusts: Report
Japan’s biggest brokerages are racing to bring crypto investment trusts to retail investors, as regulators move to formally allow crypto-holding funds by 2028.
By Amin Haqshanas 5/17/2026, 10:51:22 AM
Drone strike ignites fire outside Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi
The drone strike highlights escalating regional tensions, raising concerns over the security of critical infrastructure and potential geopolitical instability. The post Drone strike ignites fire outside Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 10:41:58 AM
Israeli military strikes on Doha, Tehran escalate Iran conflict
The escalation risks broader regional instability, potentially involving more nations and complicating diplomatic resolutions. The post Israeli military strikes on Doha, Tehran escalate Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/17/2026, 10:39:33 AM
Firedancer quietly hits Solana mainnet, but validators must wait
Firedancer is live on Solana mainnet and producing blocks, but Jump Crypto says validators should wait for audits before switching at scale.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/17/2026, 10:34:27 AM
Leaked US demands may stall Iran nuclear deal progress
The leaked demands could hinder diplomatic efforts, increasing regional tensions and reducing the likelihood of a peaceful resolution. The post Leaked US demands may stall Iran nuclear deal progress appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/17/2026, 10:30:55 AM
Asteroid (ASTEROID) Skyrockets, But It Might be Nothing: Analyzing What Triggered the Growth
The hottest memecoin of April is back on whales' menu and it's not clear if it will leave it any time soon.
By Arman Shirinyan 5/17/2026, 10:14:00 AM
Coinbase CEO says US government could hold over $1T in Bitcoin reserves
The US potentially holding over $1T in Bitcoin could influence global crypto policies, alter market dynamics, and impact geopolitical strategies. The post Coinbase CEO says US government could hold over $1T in Bitcoin reserves appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 10:12:34 AM
Intesa Sanpaolo’s crypto holdings jump to $235M as XRP enters
Intesa Sanpaolo’s crypto holdings rose to $235M in Q1 as the bank added Bitcoin, Ether and XRP exposure while nearly exiting Solana.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/17/2026, 10:10:00 AM
XRP Will Go ‘Higher, Much Higher,’ Analyst Says, Betting On Explosive Breakout
Tokenized US Treasury bonds sitting on the XRP Ledger have grown from $50 million to $418 million in roughly a year — an eightfold jump that is drawing fresh attention to Ripple’s blockchain network and renewing speculation about where XRP’s price could go next. Related Reading: Warren Zeroes In On Crypto Deal Structure As $75M Loan Draws...
By Christian Encila 5/17/2026, 10:00:00 AM
Cardano Begins Building Quantum Resistant Future With Security Initiative
Cardano strengthens defenses for quantum era with key step.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 5/17/2026, 9:55:39 AM
'Robbing Your Followers': X Product Chief Blasts Top Influencer Over Crypto Scam Promo
X product chief Nikita Bier explained why top accounts lose reach, blaming a pivot to crypto scam promos rather than errors in X's new AI algorithm.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 5/17/2026, 9:55:30 AM
Qatar faces economic crisis as Strait of Hormuz closure halts gas exports
The prolonged disruption in Qatar's exports could trigger global energy shortages, impacting industries from semiconductors to digital assets. The post Qatar faces economic crisis as Strait of Hormuz closure halts gas exports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 9:45:45 AM
BNB ETF race tightens as VanEck and Grayscale update SEC filings
VanEck and Grayscale updated BNB ETF filings as Canary pushed a staked TRX fund, adding pressure to the U.S. altcoin ETF race.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/17/2026, 9:39:14 AM
Strategy Eyes $1.5 Billion Buyback Deal as It Builds Toward 1 Million Bitcoin Reserve
Strategy is doubling down on its Bitcoin-first strategy with a major $1.5 billion debt buyback plan.
By Newton Gitonga 5/17/2026, 9:38:33 AM
BlackRock dumped over $650 million of these cryptocurrencies in a week
BlackRock’s cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded more than $650 million in combined outflows over the past five trading days, coinciding … Continue reading The post BlackRock dumped over $650 million of these cryptocurrencies in a week appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 5/17/2026, 9:35:33 AM
Bitcoin has one level left before macro pressure opens the path to $75k as Treasury yields extend two-day correction
Bitcoin touched $77,711 intraday before recovering to near $78,225, spending a second consecutive session under macro stress as US Treasury yields held near multi-month highs. The 10-year yield reached 4.599%, while the 30-year climbed 11.8 basis points to 5.131%, its highest level since May 2025. BTC is down 3.9% from its May 15 opening above […]...
By Gino Matos 5/17/2026, 9:30:42 AM
No Shiba Inu (SHIB) Selling? Almost 500 Billion Removed
Market pressure on Shiba Inu is finally easing as holders remove almost 500 billion away from centralized exchanges.
By Arman Shirinyan 5/17/2026, 9:29:00 AM
Expert Says XRP Is Poised for a Face-Melting Rally as XRPL Climbs RWA Rankings— Why $10 Is in Focus
XRP community educator X Finance Bull has sparked fresh debate across the market, suggesting that XRP may be on the verge of a face-melting rally as momentum across the XRP Ledger continues to build. Pointing to rising activity and improving rankings in the RWA sector, he argues that the conditions for a major breakout are […]
By Brenda Ngari 5/17/2026, 9:21:36 AM
Xi Jinping eases tensions with Trump at summit, seeks global stability
The summit's focus on stability may ease global market tensions, but Taiwan remains a critical flashpoint that could disrupt progress. The post Xi Jinping eases tensions with Trump at summit, seeks global stability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/17/2026, 9:20:48 AM