AFC, CONCACAF, and UEFA boycott FIFA governance to oust Infantino
The boycott underscores a pivotal moment in sports governance, challenging the balance of power between traditional football bodies and private investors. The post AFC, CONCACAF, and UEFA boycott FIFA governance to oust Infantino appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:33:08 PM
US burns through long-range precision missile stockpiles in Iran conflict, raising defense spending and macro risk questions
The rapid depletion of missile stockpiles in the Iran conflict highlights vulnerabilities in US military readiness and pressures on defense budgets. The post US burns through long-range precision missile stockpiles in Iran conflict, raising defense spending and macro risk questions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:32:17 PM
Caterpillar posts record $20.5B quarter as AI data center demand supercharges industrial giant
Caterpillar's record quarter highlights the transformative impact of AI-driven infrastructure demand, signaling potential shifts in industrial priorities. The post Caterpillar posts record $20.5B quarter as AI data center demand supercharges industrial giant appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:31:44 PM
Baseten raises $300M at $5B valuation as AI inference infrastructure becomes venture capital’s favorite bet
The rapid valuation growth of Baseten underscores a shift in AI investment focus towards scalable infrastructure, signaling a maturing AI market. The post Baseten raises $300M at $5B valuation as AI inference infrastructure becomes venture capital’s favorite bet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:29:49 PM
Dinari opens tokenized S&P 500 stock trading to U.S. investors
Dinari has introduced tokenized access to the entire S&P 500 for U.S. investors, allowing eligible users to trade blockchain-based shares backed one-to-one by underlying securities. According to Fortune, the launch expands Dinari’s blockchain-based equities platform through a wallet-first system that…
By Rony Roy 8/4/2026, 2:27:56 PM
FIFA’s leadership crisis could ripple through crypto sports sponsorships worth billions
FIFA's leadership turmoil may reshape crypto sponsorships, impacting commercial strategies and governance in sports partnerships globally. The post FIFA’s leadership crisis could ripple through crypto sports sponsorships worth billions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:26:36 PM
Intesa Sanpaolo slashed IBIT stake by 94% in 2Q, tripled ether ETF holding as crypto prices slumped
The Italian bank tripled its holding of iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF stake as total bitcoin ETF holdings fell 35% to $69.3 million.
By Francisco Rodrigues 8/4/2026, 2:25:50 PM
US core factory orders unexpectedly plunge most in a year, raising questions about Fed’s next move
The unexpected drop in US core factory orders may prompt the Fed to reconsider its monetary policy, impacting economic growth and market dynamics. The post US core factory orders unexpectedly plunge most in a year, raising questions about Fed’s next move appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:25:18 PM
Perp DEX trading volume drops 34% to $21B as traders sit on their hands
The decline in trading volume pressures perp DEXs financially, potentially leading to market consolidation and shifts in platform dominance. The post Perp DEX trading volume drops 34% to $21B as traders sit on their hands appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:24:04 PM
Bitcoin remains above production cost at $54,939 as miners juggle crypto and AI
The shift of miners towards AI for stable income could slow Bitcoin's hashrate growth, impacting its economic dynamics and market stability. The post Bitcoin remains above production cost at $54,939 as miners juggle crypto and AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:23:12 PM
Durable goods orders beat expectations, signaling business investment rebound that crypto markets are watching
Rising durable goods orders suggest robust business investment, potentially boosting tech and AI sectors, impacting risk asset valuations. The post Durable goods orders beat expectations, signaling business investment rebound that crypto markets are watching appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:22:02 PM
Bitcoin Price Analysis: Will BTC Break Above $66K or Fall Below $62K Next?
Bitcoin continues to trade within a well-defined consolidation range after failing to establish a meaningful recovery from its late June lows. While short-term price action has stabilized above key support, the broader structure remains neutral to bearish, with overhead resistance still capping every rally. At the same time, the Coinbase Premium...
By Shayan Markets 8/4/2026, 2:18:49 PM
SK Hynix emerges as the most important AI chip stock on the planet
SK Hynix's dominance in AI memory chips highlights the critical role of strategic supplier relationships in shaping the future of AI technology. The post SK Hynix emerges as the most important AI chip stock on the planet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:18:13 PM
US secretary of state Rubio: Iran And Oman are making progress in talks
Progress in Iran-Oman talks could ease regional tensions, but broader U.S.-Iran issues remain unresolved, impacting future diplomacy. The post US secretary of state Rubio: Iran And Oman are making progress in talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 2:16:14 PM
Bridgepoint Group explores sale of $1.15B in private credit stakes via secondaries deal
Bridgepoint's potential sale highlights the growing need for liquidity solutions in the illiquid private credit market, impacting investor strategies. The post Bridgepoint Group explores sale of $1.15B in private credit stakes via secondaries deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:13:20 PM
XRP Readies v3.3.0 Mode; Node Operators Rush Upgrades
This week's big for XRP Army: the 3.3.0 transition adds zero-knowledge privacy for tokenized assets, batch transactions & sponsored fees. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 8/4/2026, 2:13:00 PM
BP’s Q2 profit more than doubles to $4B as Iran conflict supercharges oil prices
BP's profit surge amid geopolitical tensions highlights the ongoing global reliance on fossil fuels, impacting energy transition efforts. The post BP’s Q2 profit more than doubles to $4B as Iran conflict supercharges oil prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:12:26 PM
Tesla’s China footprint complicates potential SpaceX merger
Tesla's China ties pose significant national security and regulatory challenges, complicating any potential merger with SpaceX. The post Tesla’s China footprint complicates potential SpaceX merger appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:12:10 PM
Ripple Price Analysis: XRP Struggles Against USDT but BTC Pair Paints a Much Bleaker Picture
XRP is still trading within a long-term bearish structure across both its BTC and USDT pairs. Although sellers have slowed their momentum in recent weeks, the price has yet to reclaim any meaningful resistance. This has left the broader trend tilted to the downside. Meanwhile, the current consolidation appears to be taking place at a […]
By Shayan Markets 8/4/2026, 2:09:38 PM
2,000 Bitcoin vanished from cold storage. Can the hackers actually cash it out?
COLDCARD, a Bitcoin-focused hardware wallet by Coinkite powered by air-gapped signing options, was hacked on Thursday, July 30, reportedly resulting in the theft of more than 2,000 BTC and affecting more than 7,300 addresses.
By N/A 8/4/2026, 2:08:45 PM
Grayscale reports Bitcoin and crypto hacks at 9-year low
The decline in crypto hacks highlights improved security measures, potentially boosting investor confidence and institutional adoption. The post Grayscale reports Bitcoin and crypto hacks at 9-year low appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:06:00 PM
Bessent’s push to expand Fed foreign lending facility raises questions about risk and dollar dominance
Expanding Fed foreign lending could bolster dollar dominance but risks Fed independence and stretches financial resources amid geopolitical tensions. The post Bessent’s push to expand Fed foreign lending facility raises questions about risk and dollar dominance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:05:21 PM
Applied Optoelectronics surges 17% on reported US ban of Chinese optical components for AI data centers
The US ban on Chinese optical components may strain domestic supply chains, potentially increasing costs for AI and crypto data centers. The post Applied Optoelectronics surges 17% on reported US ban of Chinese optical components for AI data centers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 2:04:15 PM
Tesla’s China footprint complicates path to possible SpaceX merger
Tesla's China operations pose strategic and regulatory challenges, complicating potential mergers with entities like SpaceX due to geopolitical ties. The post Tesla’s China footprint complicates path to possible SpaceX merger appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 2:03:23 PM
AI Attack Freezes Boltz, Rattles Lightning Network Users
Boltz, a company that lets people move bitcoin between the main blockchain, the Lightning Network, and the Liquid sidechain, shut down all of its swap services on Aug. 3 after months of automated attacks it said were increasingly powered by artificial intelligence (AI). The timing rattled bitcoiners because the disclosure landed almost alongside...
By Jamie Redman 8/4/2026, 2:03:12 PM
Coldcard exploit drives record OKX inflows as users rethink self custody
OKX has reported record inflows to its centralized exchange following the Coldcard hardware wallet exploit, as the company says users are increasingly prioritizing managed custody after one of the largest known Bitcoin wallet security incidents. According to The Block, OKX…
By Rony Roy 8/4/2026, 2:02:33 PM
$133 Million RLUSD Minted in a Day: Ripple Ramps Up Stablecoin Supply Amid Surge
The move adds fresh liquidity to the XRP ledger ecosystem, where Ripple USD (RLUSD) stablecoin continues to broaden its role.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 8/4/2026, 2:00:12 PM
Dinari brings tokenized U.S. stocks to American investors as equity race heats up
The move brings the custodial tokenization model to eligible U.S. investors as competition over blockchain-based equities intensifies.
By Krisztian Sandor 8/4/2026, 2:00:00 PM
Hyperscale Trims Bitcoin Holdings, Still Sits on $61M Stack
Bitcoin Magazine Hyperscale Trims Bitcoin Holdings, Still Sits on $61M Stack Hypserscale offloaded more Bitcoin than it bought last week in a bid to generate cash flow. This post Hyperscale Trims Bitcoin Holdings, Still Sits on $61M Stack first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/4/2026, 1:58:28 PM
Bitcoin Hits $64K, Yet One Indicator Says It’s Still Very Undervalued
BTC has rebounded by nearly two grand from yesterday's low as the markets are pricing in a new deal between the US and Iran.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/4/2026, 1:50:38 PM
Bittensor introduces Root Reborn for optimized TAO yield
Root Reborn's shift to active capital allocation may enhance TAO's market stability and attract strategic investors, reducing sell pressure. The post Bittensor introduces Root Reborn for optimized TAO yield appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:50:38 PM
UBS turns bullish on equities after an unusual July in the stock market
UBS's bullish stance on equities suggests confidence in diversified growth sectors and stable rates, potentially boosting broader market resilience. The post UBS turns bullish on equities after an unusual July in the stock market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:50:01 PM
Can Solana Price Hit a New All-Time High in 2026?
The post Can Solana Price Hit a New All-Time High in 2026? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Solana has hit new all-time highs twice before, and according to analyst DJ Ha Trang, a third leap toward fresh highs is already taking shape, even if the exact timing remains uncertain. Solana’s first major run came in November 2021, when the...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 8/4/2026, 1:48:52 PM
Strategy’s STRC surges above $90 for first time since June 17
STRC's rise suggests increased investor confidence, but its discount to par value highlights ongoing market volatility and strategic uncertainties. The post Strategy’s STRC surges above $90 for first time since June 17 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:48:32 PM
Ether.fi Ventures backs Blockspace to professionalize Ethereum’s off-protocol infrastructure
Blockspace's professionalization of Ethereum's infrastructure could enhance network efficiency but raises concerns about potential centralization. The post Ether.fi Ventures backs Blockspace to professionalize Ethereum’s off-protocol infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:47:35 PM
ChangeNOW and CoinRabbit Release Joint Research on Financial Privacy in Digital Assets
The post ChangeNOW and CoinRabbit Release Joint Research on Financial Privacy in Digital Assets appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The new report maps the illicit and legitimate uses of crypto privacy tools, drawing on data from TRM Labs, Chainalysis, the RAND Corporation, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Statista, and...
By PR Manager 8/4/2026, 1:45:52 PM
CME freezes Nasdaq’s major Bitcoin launch, warning a legal loophole could upend the entire commodities market
Commission review puts QBTC’s conditional approval at risk while an Aug. 24 statement deadline opens the next round. The post CME freezes Nasdaq’s major Bitcoin launch, warning a legal loophole could upend the entire commodities market appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/4/2026, 1:45:27 PM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Yohan Yun 8/4/2026, 1:45:02 PM
BitGo switches WBTC from LayerZero to Chainlink CCIP
BitGo has replaced LayerZero with Chainlink CCIP for $7.3 billion WBTC cross-chain transfers. According to CoinDesk, crypto infrastructure company BitGo has selected Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) as the exclusive cross-chain provider for Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC), replacing LayerZero in a…
By Rony Roy 8/4/2026, 1:44:27 PM
Emerging-market stocks and currencies pressured by rising oil prices
Rising oil prices strain emerging markets, exacerbating trade deficits and inflation, prompting tighter monetary policies and investor caution. The post Emerging-market stocks and currencies pressured by rising oil prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:43:26 PM
Bitmine’s $10.9B Ethereum Bet: 5% Supply Goal Within Reach
Bitmine's massive Ethereum holdings highlight a strategic bet on the future, aiming to own 5% of the total supply. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/4/2026, 1:41:50 PM
Dow hits record close, S&P 500 opens at all-time high as US-Iran deal hopes lift markets
Market optimism from US-Iran diplomacy could stabilize global oil prices and boost investor confidence, impacting economic growth positively. The post Dow hits record close, S&P 500 opens at all-time high as US-Iran deal hopes lift markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:41:22 PM
World’s largest custodian bank BNY mellon reportedly moving into crypto staking
BNY Mellon's move into crypto staking highlights the increasing institutional adoption of digital assets, potentially reshaping financial services. The post World’s largest custodian bank BNY mellon reportedly moving into crypto staking appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 1:39:52 PM
Ex-BOJ official warns Japan and US may intervene again if yen slides further
Joint currency interventions by Japan and the US could destabilize global markets, impacting carry trades and increasing volatility in crypto assets. The post Ex-BOJ official warns Japan and US may intervene again if yen slides further appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:39:31 PM
Dinari partners with Circle to bring tokenized stocks to US investors
Dinari's regulatory advancements and partnerships could revolutionize US equity markets, potentially increasing blockchain adoption in finance. The post Dinari partners with Circle to bring tokenized stocks to US investors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:38:32 PM
Cloudflare launches permanent ID tool and wallet for AI shopping, with stablecoin payments baked in
Cloudflare's new ID and wallet tools for AI shopping could revolutionize digital commerce by enhancing security and streamlining transactions. The post Cloudflare launches permanent ID tool and wallet for AI shopping, with stablecoin payments baked in appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:37:05 PM
States withdraw data center incentives as lawmakers raise concerns over energy costs
States retracting data center incentives may lead to increased operational costs for tech giants, impacting their expansion and energy strategies. The post States withdraw data center incentives as lawmakers raise concerns over energy costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:36:07 PM
XRP Price at $10: The Financial Plumbing Argument That Has Nothing to Do With Hype
The post XRP Price at $10: The Financial Plumbing Argument That Has Nothing to Do With Hype appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Jake Claver does not start with a price chart when he makes the case for XRP reaching $10. He starts with a problem that has existed in the global financial system since 1944 and has never been cleanly solved. The...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 8/4/2026, 1:34:36 PM
XRP August 2026 price projection
Following a 41.51% year-to-date (YTD) to $1.08 and the increased uncertainty regarding the highly anticipated CLARITY Act vote, August is … Continue reading The post XRP August 2026 price projection appeared first on Finbold.
By Andreja Stojanovic 8/4/2026, 1:34:25 PM
BitGo adopts Chainlink CCIP for $7.7 billion Wrapped Bitcoin
BitGo's exclusive use of Chainlink CCIP for WBTC could centralize cross-chain control, impacting DeFi liquidity and security dynamics. The post BitGo adopts Chainlink CCIP for $7.7 billion Wrapped Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 1:30:31 PM