OCC Gives Conditional Bank Charter Approval to Trump-Linked World Liberty
Trump family-linked World Liberty wins conditional OCC approval for a stablecoin trust bank which Senator Elizabeth Warren calls a ‘brazen act of self-dealing’. The post OCC Gives Conditional Bank Charter Approval to Trump-Linked World Liberty appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 8/18/2026, 6:23:11 AM
BitMine adds 9,926 ETH as BMNR stock gains 3.7%
BitMine added 9,926 ETH, lifted holdings to 5.82 million and repurchased 1.7 million shares as BMNR stock gained 3.7%.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/18/2026, 6:23:02 AM
Jane Street Reveals Over $1 Billion Invested in Bitcoin ETFs
The quant trading heavyweight rebuilt its Bitcoin ETF exposure during the second quarter, with BlackRock’s fund accounting for most of the position.
By George Georgiev 8/18/2026, 6:21:42 AM
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 Ezra Reguerra 8/18/2026, 6:09:35 AM
Vantage Expands Pre-IPO CFD Offering with Unitree Robotics as Interest in Frontier AI Grows
Vantage Expands Pre-IPO CFD Offering with Unitree Robotics as Interest in Frontier AI Grows
By Chainwire 8/18/2026, 6:07:55 AM
CFTC seeks input as CME targets Oct. 5 compute futures
The CFTC plans to seek public input on AI compute futures as CME targets an Oct. 5 launch for two contracts based on GPU rental prices.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/18/2026, 6:06:34 AM
The bitcoin price level where leveraged bulls could get whacked
Bulls are stacking longs, liquidity is thinning and one key level could trigger large liquidations.
By Omkar Godbole 8/18/2026, 5:55:43 AM
Binance plans UK return with FCA license bid: report
Binance reportedly plans to seek FCA authorization for a UK relaunch as Britain prepares to introduce its full crypto regime in October 2027.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/18/2026, 5:44:02 AM
Chainlink Price Forecast: LINK stalls near 200-day EMA following recent gains
Chainlink (LINK) faces resistance near $9.56 on Tuesday and pauses gains after rallying over 14% last week. The cautious tone is supported by weakening derivatives metrics, suggesting bullish momentum may be losing steam.
By N/A 8/18/2026, 5:41:15 AM
XRP slips below $1 even as a Korean regional bank adopts Ripple Payments
Jeonbuk Bank will use Ripple’s 24/7 cross-border payment service for business remittances, but it is unknown whether the flows will use XRP or Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/18/2026, 5:34:32 AM
A Mystery Winner Claimed $24 Million Just Two Days Before the Deadline. Officials Think They Waited on Purpose
A $24 million New York Lotto ticket bought on May 25, 2016, at Renu Corp Grocery and Tobacco in Tribeca sat unclaimed for nearly a year until the winner showed up on May 23, 2017, just two days before the May 25 deadline. The winner said news coverage of the expiring prize prompted them to […]
By Guest Author 8/18/2026, 5:30:09 AM
Top Altcoins Price Forecast: XRP loses $1, ADA in a freefall while SOL remains capped
Top altcoins, including Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), and Solana (SOL), are facing intense downside pressure, resulting in either a steady decline or a bearish capped tone.
By N/A 8/18/2026, 5:26:23 AM
Compound approves $52M institutional DeFi program
Compound named a new leadership team and approved a milestone based $52 million program to build institutional lending and RWA products.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/18/2026, 5:25:56 AM
Iran boosts missile production as US-Iran negotiation window closes
Escalating military preparations by Iran and the U.S. diminish prospects for a diplomatic resolution, heightening regional instability risks. The post Iran boosts missile production as US-Iran negotiation window closes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 5:18:36 AM
Monad, an Ethereum rival, offered early investors up to $60 million to cash out. Almost all said no
The program came three months before investor unlocks begin, with MON trading below its public-sale price and most of the token supply still outside circulation.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/18/2026, 5:18:18 AM
Ethereum Foundation warns some tools may break with Glamsterdam upgrade
Developers have been urged to test on Plataberget before Glamsterdam’s new gas model reaches Ethereum’s other testnets and mainnet.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/18/2026, 5:12:18 AM
XRP whale transactions surge 280% in 24 hours
Increased whale activity in XRP suggests potential market shifts, highlighting the influence of large holders on asset dynamics and liquidity. The post XRP whale transactions surge 280% in 24 hours appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 5:12:01 AM
Moscow Exchange plans to launch Bitcoin, Ethereum perpetual futures next month
MOEX's crypto futures expansion could enhance Russia's financial infrastructure, offering regulated crypto exposure and potentially influencing global markets. The post Moscow Exchange plans to launch Bitcoin, Ethereum perpetual futures next month appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 5:10:32 AM
Crypto Ponzi suspect faces 25 charges after deportation
Edward Zimbardi faces 25 U.S. fraud and money laundering charges after Fiji deported him over an alleged $165 million crypto Ponzi scheme.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/18/2026, 5:09:02 AM
Farcaster seeks new operator seven months after sale
Neynar is seeking a new operator for Farcaster and Clanker less than seven months after acquiring the decentralized social protocol.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/18/2026, 4:54:57 AM
Iranian governor criticizes officials for mishandling January protests
Growing internal criticism in Iran suggests potential regime instability, highlighting the need for leadership to address youth grievances. The post Iranian governor criticizes officials for mishandling January protests appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 4:50:38 AM
Jane Street reports over $1B in Bitcoin ETF shares
Jane Street reported over $1 billion in U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF shares, including roughly $828 million in BlackRock’s IBIT at June 30.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/18/2026, 4:38:13 AM
Bitcoin climbs above $64,000 while most majors slip
Miners have cut their computing power by a fifth over three quarters to make room for AI, and Venice's token jumped 10% after the company said it crossed $100 million in annualised revenue.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/18/2026, 4:32:38 AM
Ripple Payments Adopted by South Korean Bank
Jeonbuk Bank, a regional South Korean lender, has adopted Ripple Payments for cross-border transactions.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/18/2026, 4:31:48 AM
EU Empowers Regulators to Block Third-Country Crypto Platforms
The 21st package of European Union sanctions against Russia, passed on July 23, apart from tightening the screws on the Russian ruble stablecoin network and the institutions enabling it, also introduces the possibility of banning crypto transactions with countries aiding Russia in evading imposed restrictions. 21st EU Sanctions Package Against...
By Sergio Goschenko 8/18/2026, 4:30:11 AM
Blockchain Association urges SEC to drop 2 trading rules
The Blockchain Association urged the SEC to repeal two Regulation NMS rules it says could obstruct tokenized securities markets.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/18/2026, 4:15:58 AM
Ripple and Stellar outlook: Remain under bearish pressure as corrective declines cap upside
Ripple (XRP) and Stellar (XLM) remain under pressure as broader market uncertainty and weak technical momentum weigh on both altcoins. XRP is hovering below the key $1 mark on Tuesday while XLM continues its corrective decline below $0.157.
By N/A 8/18/2026, 4:13:01 AM
Chinese AI platforms challenge US giants with lower costs and competitive capabilities
The rise of cost-effective Chinese AI models is reshaping global market dynamics, pressuring US firms to prioritize efficiency and pricing. The post Chinese AI platforms challenge US giants with lower costs and competitive capabilities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 4:11:06 AM
South Korea’s Jeonbuk Bank taps Ripple for cross-border payments
Ripple is bringing its cross-border payments platform to Jeonbuk Bank, but key details including its launch status and settlement asset remain undisclosed.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/18/2026, 4:11:02 AM
US scales back joint military exercises amid Middle East naval redeployment
The U.S. military's strategic shift may alter regional power dynamics, affecting alliances and potentially escalating Middle East tensions. The post US scales back joint military exercises amid Middle East naval redeployment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 4:07:33 AM
Ripple signs first Korean regional bank payments deal
Ripple partnered with Jeonbuk Bank to provide near real time cross border settlement for South Korean businesses using Ripple Payments.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/18/2026, 4:02:28 AM
Crypto Market Overview: Bitcoin rebounds while Polygon, Zcash lead gains
The broader cryptocurrency market shows a mild easing in the persistent risk-off sentiment, with Bitcoin (BTC) rising above $64,000. Polygon (POL) and Zcash (ZEC) have emerged as top performers over the last 24 hours, with bulls eyeing further gains.
By N/A 8/18/2026, 3:56:03 AM
BitMart Account Demands Answers Over Frozen User Funds and Unpaid Salaries
One of the exchange's founders said the Chinese-language account had been compromised and was not being operated by current employees.
By Wayne Jones 8/18/2026, 3:55:32 AM
Citadel Securities urges SEC to reconsider stock-trading rule proposal
Citadel's opposition to SEC's proposal highlights potential risks to market liquidity and transparency, impacting retail investors and price accuracy. The post Citadel Securities urges SEC to reconsider stock-trading rule proposal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 3:55:28 AM
Payward taps Claude Mythos 5 for crypto security
Payward joined Anthropic’s Project Glasswing and plans to use Claude Mythos 5 to scan its environments for software vulnerabilities.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/18/2026, 3:47:28 AM
Iran bill to restrict foreign contacts sparks widespread opposition
Iran's bill may deepen its isolation, affecting academic and cultural exchanges, and complicating future diplomatic engagements globally. The post Iran bill to restrict foreign contacts sparks widespread opposition appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 3:40:49 AM
Harmony Protocol to Roll Back Network After Massive Exploit
Following a security breach on Aug. 12 where an attacker exploited verification vulnerabilities to illicitly mint 2.385 trillion tokens, Harmony Protocol is executing a full network rollback to Aug. 11. Token Inflation Developers behind the Harmony blockchain protocol announced Aug. 17 that they will execute a full network rollback to Aug. 11...
By Terence Zimwara 8/18/2026, 3:30:41 AM
Vessel hit by projectile in Hormuz Strait, engine damaged, casualties reported
The incident exacerbates regional tensions, impacting global oil trade and market stability, while highlighting fragile maritime security. The post Vessel hit by projectile in Hormuz Strait, engine damaged, casualties reported appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 3:28:23 AM
Alleged $165M crypto Ponzi mastermind faces US charges after Fiji deportation
Prosecutors allege Edward Zimbardi collected crypto from thousands of investors, lost over $34 million on currency trades and spent at least $10 million personally.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/18/2026, 3:21:26 AM
Fundstrat predicts Bitcoin is overdue for 30% price moves
Bitcoin's potential for 30% price swings highlights the importance of strategic timing in trading, as missing key days can drastically affect returns. The post Fundstrat predicts Bitcoin is overdue for 30% price moves appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 3:12:30 AM
Ripple News: Why Rakuten Wallet Is Betting XRP Solves Crypto’s Speed Problem
Rakuten Wallet did not add XRP spot trading in isolation. According to senior analyst Yasuo Matsuda, the move reflects a specific theory the exchange has been building toward: that crypto payments have been stuck for years behind two unsolved problems, and that solving both together, not separately, is what finally makes real-world settlement...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 8/18/2026, 3:00:27 AM
Japan’s 30-year bond yield hits record 4%, signals fiscal concerns
Rising Japanese bond yields highlight global fiscal risks, potentially influencing U.S. monetary policy and increasing borrowing costs. The post Japan’s 30-year bond yield hits record 4%, signals fiscal concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 2:58:15 AM
Central banks’ gold reserves near Bretton Woods peak amid geopolitical tensions
The shift towards gold reserves may alter global financial dynamics, impacting market stability and influencing future economic policies. The post Central banks’ gold reserves near Bretton Woods peak amid geopolitical tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 2:48:28 AM
Jeonbuk Bank becomes first Korean regional bank to deploy Ripple Payments
Kbank's Ripple partnership could accelerate blockchain adoption in South Korea's banking sector, challenging traditional payment systems. The post Jeonbuk Bank becomes first Korean regional bank to deploy Ripple Payments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 2:40:26 AM
Russia fires VEB economist after remarks on Ukraine conflict, social crisis
The economist's dismissal signals internal dissent and raises concerns about Russia's economic resilience and diplomatic strategy sustainability. The post Russia fires VEB economist after remarks on Ukraine conflict, social crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 2:32:36 AM
Binance Shared Customer Data With Russia After Leaving Market
Binance provided Russian law enforcement with customer identification documents and transaction records connected to donations supporting Ukrainian military causes. The disclosures helped authorities build a terrorism case against a Russian information technology specialist. Binance Data Supports Terrorism Case Russia’s Investigative Committee...
By Kevin Helms 8/18/2026, 2:30:44 AM
Top Token Unlocks This Week: ZK, KAITO, ZRO, MET and Other Tokens Face Fresh Supply
The week of August 17–23 brings several token unlocks across the crypto market, with ZKsync (ZK), Kaito (KAITO), LayerZero (ZRO), Meteora (MET), SOON and MBG among the tokens releasing fresh supply. The releases range from smaller distributions to larger events that could increase short-term market volatility. Token unlocks do not automatically...
By Debashree Patra 8/18/2026, 2:26:59 AM
South Korea eliminates Motif Technologies from sovereign AI competition, narrowing field to three
South Korea's AI competition highlights the strategic importance of AI in national policy, emphasizing industrial applicability and public utility. The post South Korea eliminates Motif Technologies from sovereign AI competition, narrowing field to three appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 2:15:21 AM
Iran isn’t speaking to Trump directly, and Russia and China have made sure it doesn’t have to
Iran's reliance on Russia and China for diplomatic strategies may prolong indirect negotiations, affecting US-Iran diplomatic progress. The post Iran isn’t speaking to Trump directly, and Russia and China have made sure it doesn’t have to appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 2:12:46 AM
Anthropic nears $6B deal for Israeli AI startup Decart, creating new billionaires
Anthropic's acquisition of Decart could significantly boost its AI capabilities, potentially reshaping market dynamics and investor confidence. The post Anthropic nears $6B deal for Israeli AI startup Decart, creating new billionaires appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 2:09:41 AM