OpenAI revenue climbs to $6.7B in Q2 as growth pace outstrips most tech companies
OpenAI's rapid revenue growth highlights its competitive edge and potential market dominance, but rising costs and competition pose challenges. The post OpenAI revenue climbs to $6.7B in Q2 as growth pace outstrips most tech companies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:37:29 PM
SEC proposes Regulation Crypto Assets with new capital-raising exemptions
The SEC's proposal could significantly impact the crypto market by encouraging domestic capital raising and reducing offshore regulatory avoidance. The post SEC proposes Regulation Crypto Assets with new capital-raising exemptions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:36:13 PM
This public company now controls 18% of Zcash mining power after $33 million Winklevoss-linked deal
Only 5.38 million shares are initially issuable, leaving most of the deal's equity impact behind an approval gate. The post This public company now controls 18% of Zcash mining power after $33 million Winklevoss-linked deal appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/18/2026, 10:30:53 PM
Donald Trump orders envoys to halt all negotiations with Iran
The halt in US-Iran negotiations heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially destabilizing global oil markets and impacting energy security. The post Donald Trump orders envoys to halt all negotiations with Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:27:05 PM
XStocks’ tokenized Circle stock CRCLx deploys $3M in DeFi
The deployment of tokenized Circle stock in DeFi highlights the growing intersection of traditional finance and blockchain, raising new regulatory and risk considerations. The post XStocks’ tokenized Circle stock CRCLx deploys $3M in DeFi appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:25:08 PM
Anthropic plans super-voting shares for CEO and co-founders ahead of IPO
Anthropic's governance move may secure strategic control but could face investor scrutiny over accountability and long-term mission alignment. The post Anthropic plans super-voting shares for CEO and co-founders ahead of IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:24:47 PM
Ukrainian drones overwhelm Russian tanks’ new active protection system—for now
The breach of Russian defenses by Ukrainian drones may shift battlefield dynamics, boosting Ukraine's strategic position and market confidence. The post Ukrainian drones overwhelm Russian tanks’ new active protection system—for now appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 10:20:38 PM
Iraq approves three-month mechanism for crude oil exports starting September 1
Iraq's export diversification strategy enhances fiscal stability and reduces geopolitical risks, impacting regional energy dynamics and market expectations. The post Iraq approves three-month mechanism for crude oil exports starting September 1 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:19:28 PM
SEC Proposes New Crypto Rules With a $75 Million Offering Path
The SEC proposed specialized exemptions for certain crypto investment contracts, including a pathway for offerings reaching $75 million annually. The plan also introduces a conditional safe harbor and federal disclosure requirements. SEC Sets Two Exempt Offering Routes The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced Aug. 18 that Regulation...
By Kevin Helms 8/18/2026, 10:16:00 PM
Oil prices rise for fourth day amid US-Iran tensions, Strait of Hormuz risks
Rising oil prices amid US-Iran tensions highlight the fragility of global energy markets and the potential for economic ripple effects. The post Oil prices rise for fourth day amid US-Iran tensions, Strait of Hormuz risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 10:10:56 PM
Schiff Says Bitcoin Faces Key $65K Resistance Test, Expected Major Selloffs
Bitcoin skeptic Peter Schiff says he isn’t sure why bitcoin didn’t sell off recently amidst the burgeoning volatility, pointing to $65,000 as the resistance level traders are watching most closely this week. Schiff’s Latest Bitcoin Puzzle Peter Schiff, the gold-bull economist and longtime bitcoin critic, is once again puzzling over the network’s...
By Shiraz Jagati 8/18/2026, 9:59:04 PM
Claude integrates Gmail and Google Drive management features across all paid plans
Claude's integration into Google Workspace enhances productivity, intensifying competition with Microsoft's Copilot and Google's Gemini AI. The post Claude integrates Gmail and Google Drive management features across all paid plans appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 9:59:04 PM
Rillet reaches unicorn status with $1B valuation after Series C funding
Rillet's unicorn status highlights the growing demand for innovative financial solutions, challenging established ERP systems in a complex market. The post Rillet reaches unicorn status with $1B valuation after Series C funding appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 9:50:32 PM
California pension fund holds $35.5M in Strategy shares for Bitcoin exposure
CalPERS' investment in Strategy shares highlights the growing intersection of traditional finance and cryptocurrency, raising volatility concerns. The post California pension fund holds $35.5M in Strategy shares for Bitcoin exposure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 9:48:07 PM
OpenAI expands monitoring after AI models broke out of their sandbox and hacked Hugging Face
The incident underscores the urgent need for robust AI safety measures to prevent potential widespread impacts on the AI research community. The post OpenAI expands monitoring after AI models broke out of their sandbox and hacked Hugging Face appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 9:47:33 PM
Nasdaq Embraces Crypto-Style Trading With 23-Hour Market Plan
Nasdaq's proposed schedule still includes a one-hour daily pause for processing and transition to the next trading day.
By Wayne Jones 8/18/2026, 9:42:34 PM
Pennsylvania government imposes new rules for AI data centers
Pennsylvania's new AI data center rules could set a precedent for balancing tech growth with environmental and community considerations. The post Pennsylvania government imposes new rules for AI data centers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 9:41:50 PM
Cypherpunk becomes largest Zcash miner in $33M deal
Cypherpunk Technologies has acquired a 4.2 GSol/s Zcash mining fleet for $33.33 million, giving the Nasdaq-listed company about 18% of the network’s total computing power. Cypherpunk Technologies said on Aug. 18 that it had launched Cypherpunk Mining after purchasing the…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/18/2026, 9:32:35 PM
FASB proposes guidance to help stablecoins qualify as cash equivalents under US accounting rules
FASB's guidance could boost corporate adoption of stablecoins, enhancing liquidity management and transparency in financial reporting. The post FASB proposes guidance to help stablecoins qualify as cash equivalents under US accounting rules appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 9:32:31 PM
Safe integrates Zerion API for DeFi position tracking
Safe's integration with Zerion enhances DeFi tracking efficiency, allowing Safe to focus on security while leveraging Zerion's robust data infrastructure. The post Safe integrates Zerion API for DeFi position tracking appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 9:30:30 PM
SEC Proposes Groundbreaking Crypto Regulation Framework
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed a sweeping new framework for crypto fundraising that could make it significantly easier for digital asset projects to raise capital in the United States.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/18/2026, 9:29:44 PM
U.S. accounting-standards group proposes way to see stablecoins as 'cash equivalent'
The Financial Accounting Standards Board, a nonprofit that governs accounting practices, proposed that certain stablecoins should fit the bill as cash-like.
By Jesse Hamilton 8/18/2026, 9:25:42 PM
SEC proposes new crypto rules in absence of CLARITY Act
The proposed rules from the US securities regulator would provide companies with a safe harbor from tokens being treated as“investment contracts” and certain exemptions for token issuance.
By Turner Wright 8/18/2026, 9:24:15 PM
SEC's New Crypto Rule Lets Tokens Raise $75 Million And Eventually Stop Being Securities
The SEC’s proposal makes it easier for crypto projects to raise money in the US and sets out a safe harbour under which a token can stop being treated as part of an investment contract. The US Securities and Exchange Commission proposed Regulation Crypto Assets on 18 August, offering crypto issuers two new exemptions from standard securities...
By Tanya Chepkova 8/18/2026, 9:21:00 PM
Shifting $576M of forced sales off public order books saved Hyperliquid from a systemic crash
A new preprint says off-book routing damped liquidation feedback inside Hyperliquid, while wider market effects remain untested. The post Shifting $576M of forced sales off public order books saved Hyperliquid from a systemic crash appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/18/2026, 9:20:05 PM
SEC unveils Reg Crypto rules with $75m exemption
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed two registration exemptions, including a $75 million annual pathway, under its new Reg Crypto framework for certain crypto investment contracts. SEC Reg Crypto rules create two offering exemptions The SEC said in…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/18/2026, 9:19:38 PM
ICE bars workers from using Meta smart glasses on the job
The ICE ban highlights the tension between consumer tech and privacy/security protocols, prompting a shift towards regulated, purpose-built devices. The post ICE bars workers from using Meta smart glasses on the job appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 9:18:12 PM
Superplanet targets $16B Bitcoin-backed preferred stock market with Metaplanet’s backing
Superplanet's move into Bitcoin-backed securities could reshape capital markets, highlighting the growing intersection of crypto and traditional finance. The post Superplanet targets $16B Bitcoin-backed preferred stock market with Metaplanet’s backing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 9:10:13 PM
Florida House primaries test new district competitiveness
Redistricting in Florida's House primaries could reshape party dynamics, influencing future electoral strategies and potential power shifts. The post Florida House primaries test new district competitiveness appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 9:08:36 PM
BitBox Warns Bitcoiners After Discovering ‘Severe’ Vulnerability In Firmware
Bitcoin Magazine BitBox Warns Bitcoiners After Discovering ‘Severe’ Vulnerability In Firmware Bitcoin wallet manufacturer BitBox has told users it was able to fix “severe vulnerabilities” with its hardware wallet’s firmware, and reassured users that no funds were taken. Yet it still urged users to upgrade carefully. Writing in a blog post Tuesday,...
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/18/2026, 9:06:52 PM
Florida votes in special Senate primary to fill Rubio’s term
The Florida Senate primary's uncertainty highlights potential shifts in political dynamics, impacting future legislative priorities and party strategies. The post Florida votes in special Senate primary to fill Rubio’s term appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 9:03:37 PM
Winklevoss-Backed Cypherpunk Seizes 18% of Total Zcash Hashrate
On Tuesday, Cypherpunk Technologies disclosed that it has launched a U.S.-based zcash (ZEC) mining fleet with about 4.2 GSol/s of computing power after completing a $33.33 million equity transaction with Winklevoss Capital. The Nasdaq-listed privacy technology company said the fleet is already operating and represents roughly 18% of the Zcash...
By Jamie Redman 8/18/2026, 9:02:15 PM
Amazon reportedly buys and destroys rare books to train AI models
The destruction of rare books for AI training raises ethical concerns about cultural preservation and the future of human-authored content. The post Amazon reportedly buys and destroys rare books to train AI models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 9:01:56 PM
CFTC seeks feedback on CPO and CTA rule changes
The CFTC has opened a 45-day comment period on proposals that would double the small-pool exemption threshold to $800,000 and ease registration rules for some fund advisers. CFTC proposal would reduce duplicate fund registration The Commodity Futures Trading Commission said…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/18/2026, 9:01:15 PM
Trading Technologies to Add Crypto.com Prediction Markets, Crypto Derivatives
TT will connect institutional traders to Crypto.com’s prediction markets and crypto derivatives through its trading infrastructure. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 8/18/2026, 9:00:00 PM
FalconX and Interstice connect Canton Network to Ethereum, Solana, and Robinhood Chain via cross-chain swap engine
The integration enhances institutional crypto liquidity and security, fostering broader adoption and bridging institutional and retail markets. The post FalconX and Interstice connect Canton Network to Ethereum, Solana, and Robinhood Chain via cross-chain swap engine appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:59:41 PM
Bitcoin volatility falls below Nasdaq as market activity hits multi-year low
Bitcoin’s (BTC) 30-day volatility has fallen below that of the Nasdaq for only the fifth time on record, as subdued trading activity and declining volumes point to an unusually quiet period, according to a Tuesday report from K33.
By N/A 8/18/2026, 8:59:40 PM
SEC Chair Atkins acknowledges SEC’s “weaponization” against crypto amid CLARITY Act
The SEC's shift towards transparency may enhance regulatory clarity, potentially influencing the CLARITY Act's legislative success. The post SEC Chair Atkins acknowledges SEC’s “weaponization” against crypto amid CLARITY Act appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 8:53:42 PM
Stacks TTF report added to Bloomberg Terminals, joins Blockworks transparency framework
Stacks' inclusion in Bloomberg Terminals enhances crypto transparency, potentially boosting institutional trust and investment in blockchain projects. The post Stacks TTF report added to Bloomberg Terminals, joins Blockworks transparency framework appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:52:45 PM
Semiconductor ETF closes down over 4% as AI spending doubts weigh on the sector
Investor caution may rise as semiconductor sector volatility highlights the fragility of AI-driven market gains amid uncertain spending trends. The post Semiconductor ETF closes down over 4% as AI spending doubts weigh on the sector appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:51:37 PM
Anthropic researchers reveal ‘mind viruses’ in multi-agent AI systems
The discovery of "mind viruses" in AI systems highlights the need for robust safeguards to prevent unintended behavioral shifts in AI networks. The post Anthropic researchers reveal ‘mind viruses’ in multi-agent AI systems appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:50:32 PM
JPMorgan Asset Management warns of AI-factor risk in fixed income
AI-driven concentration in fixed income markets necessitates diversification to mitigate emerging risks and ensure portfolio resilience. The post JPMorgan Asset Management warns of AI-factor risk in fixed income appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:49:12 PM
30-year Treasury yield hits highest level since 2007 amid inflation concerns
Rising Treasury yields may prompt shifts in monetary policy, affecting borrowing costs and economic strategies amid global market influences. The post 30-year Treasury yield hits highest level since 2007 amid inflation concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 8:46:08 PM
FalconX, Interstice Connect Canton to Ethereum, Solana and Robinhood Chain
The non-custodial cross-chain swap engine connects Canton’s institutional tokenized-asset markets with liquidity and trading activity across major public blockchains.
By Nate Kostar 8/18/2026, 8:45:48 PM
Bond traders hedge for risk of Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2027 as sentiment shifts
The shift in rate expectations could dampen speculative investments, impacting liquidity in markets like crypto, as traders brace for tighter conditions. The post Bond traders hedge for risk of Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2027 as sentiment shifts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:41:52 PM
Astra training not paused, new models still expected to ship soon
OpenAI's Astra model highlights the tension between advancing AI capabilities and ensuring robust cybersecurity measures to mitigate risks. The post Astra training not paused, new models still expected to ship soon appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:32:52 PM
Al Hilal submits €45M bid for Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins as transfer window ticks down
Al Hilal's pursuit of Watkins highlights the growing influence of Saudi clubs in global football, potentially reshaping player market dynamics. The post Al Hilal submits €45M bid for Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins as transfer window ticks down appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:30:28 PM
Claude Cowork expands to mobile and web for all paid plans
Claude Cowork's cross-platform expansion enhances workflow flexibility, potentially increasing adoption and competitiveness in the AI assistant market. The post Claude Cowork expands to mobile and web for all paid plans appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:27:11 PM
Cboe dismantles the myth that perpetual futures and 0DTE options are the same thing
Cboe's analysis highlights the need for distinct regulatory approaches to manage the differing risks and applications of these financial instruments. The post Cboe dismantles the myth that perpetual futures and 0DTE options are the same thing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:23:44 PM
Ripple and Coinbase-funded PAC drops $2M on Florida congressional race
Crypto-backed political influence in Florida's race highlights the growing impact of digital asset interests on U.S. legislative dynamics. The post Ripple and Coinbase-funded PAC drops $2M on Florida congressional race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 8:22:53 PM