Kraken ditches LayerZero for Chainlink CCIP
Kraken is deprecating its cross-chain provider and migrating to Chainlink CCIP as the exclusive infrastructure for its wrapped assets. Kraken posted the announcement on X on May 14, confirming that Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol will become its exclusive bridge infrastructure…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 9:30:00 PM
Onramp Raises $12.5M Series A to Scale Multi-Institution Bitcoin Custody Platform
Bitcoin Magazine Onramp Raises $12.5M Series A to Scale Multi-Institution Bitcoin Custody Platform Onramp raised $12.5M in Series A at a $135M valuation to expand its institutional bitcoin custody platform. This post Onramp Raises $12.5M Series A to Scale Multi-Institution Bitcoin Custody Platform first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/14/2026, 9:12:56 PM
GregoAI earns $250,000 bounty through autonomous exploit discovery
AI-driven security tools like GregoAI could revolutionize cybersecurity by autonomously identifying vulnerabilities, reducing human error. The post GregoAI earns $250,000 bounty through autonomous exploit discovery appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 9:07:18 PM
Wispr seeks funding that would value AI voice startup at $2B
Wispr's potential $2B valuation highlights the growing investor confidence in AI-driven productivity tools, despite fierce competition from tech giants. The post Wispr seeks funding that would value AI voice startup at $2B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 9:07:03 PM
MTI Liquidators Face 9,441 Claims as $35.8M Estate Shrinks Before Payouts
Liquidators of Mirror Trading International, a massive South African crypto pyramid scheme, have received over 9,441 claims totaling nearly $395 million. Shrinking Assets and Rising Legal Costs Liquidators overseeing the collapse of Mirror Trading International (MTI), once described as South Africa’s largest pyramid scheme, have received 9,441...
By Terence Zimwara 5/14/2026, 9:02:22 PM
Blockaid flags ShapeShift smart contract exploit
Blockchain security firm Blockaid flagged an active smart contract exploit draining $132,700 from ShapeShift’s FOX Colony on Arbitrum. Blockaid flagged the incident on X on May 13, identifying the attacker wallet at 0xeed236Afb6967f74099a0a6bf078BC6b865fbf28. FOX Colony is ShapeShift’s community governance and…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 9:00:00 PM
TownSquare unveils $100 million USD1 liquidity initiative
The company said the program is designed to promote institutional yield generation and cross-chain returns for a wider range of users through stablecoin-based lending and liquidity strategies. TownSquare announced the launch of a $100 million liquidity program tied to the…
By Andrew Folkler 5/14/2026, 8:43:00 PM
Nvidia commits over $40B to AI equity deals in 2026, raising dot-com era comparisons
Nvidia's massive AI investments could centralize power in the AI sector, risking financial instability if AI demand falters, echoing past tech bubbles. The post Nvidia commits over $40B to AI equity deals in 2026, raising dot-com era comparisons appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 8:41:02 PM
US consumer price index rises 3.8%, highest since May 2023
Persistent inflation pressures may delay rate cuts, impacting borrowing costs and increasing volatility in crypto and other risk assets. The post US consumer price index rises 3.8%, highest since May 2023 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 8:40:17 PM
XRP Crushes Every Major Coin with Massive Gains
XRP has shattered market expectations by surging past the $1.50 mark, delivering a massive 6.7% daily gain.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/14/2026, 8:39:28 PM
Chinese vessels exit Strait of Hormuz amid Beijing’s opposition to Iranian tolls
China's vessel withdrawal may ease Strait tensions, impacting oil prices and highlighting shifting geopolitical alliances and economic strategies. The post Chinese vessels exit Strait of Hormuz amid Beijing’s opposition to Iranian tolls appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/14/2026, 8:38:04 PM
Senate Banking Committee advances CLARITY Act in bipartisan vote
The US Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act on Thursday in a 15-9 bipartisan vote, marking a crucial step toward establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for crypto.
By N/A 5/14/2026, 8:36:30 PM
Bitcoin briefly clears $82k on Gate as range trade grinds on
Bitcoin briefly pushed to about $82,007 on Gate with a 3.5% daily gain, but derivatives and spot flows show it is still stuck in a grinding $80k–$82.5k range trade, not a new breakout. Bitcoin broke through the $82,000 mark on…
By Dorian Batycka 5/14/2026, 8:36:26 PM
Here is why Wall Street is racing to tokenize the entire stock market
Tokenization has been the narrative of 2026. Executing on that narrative is trickier, but proponents say the benefits are massive if they pull it off.
By Helene Braun 5/14/2026, 8:36:13 PM
Jupiter Lend taps Bitwise for USDe lending
Solana’s Jupiter Lend has launched its first institutional lending market, with Bitwise Asset Management curating a dedicated USDe pool. Jupiter announced the partnership on May 13 via X, describing it as a turning point for onchain lending. The new Ethena…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 8:35:00 PM
CoinList’s Passage targets tokenization’s distribution problem
CoinList’s Passage pitches itself as an “access layer” for on‑chain capital markets, wiring compliant distribution, allocation, and infra so tokenized assets can actually circulate instead of rotting in silos. CoinList has rolled out Passage, a new platform it describes as…
By Andrew Folkler 5/14/2026, 8:30:39 PM
Analyst Says Cardano’s Most Accurate Indicator Just Flipped Bullish
Crypto analyst Ali Martinez said a long-tracked SuperTrend signal on Cardano’s daily chart has flipped bullish, months after the same tool marked the start of a steep decline. The call comes alongside fresh on-chain data from Santiment showing large ADA wallets now holding a record share of supply. Cardano SuperTrend Flips Bullish Martinez framed...
By Jake Simmons 5/14/2026, 8:30:14 PM
Cardano’s Liquidity Problem Meets a High-Risk Fix: Concentrated AMMs
Cardano’s DeFi is growing, but liquidity remains thin, trades feel expensive, and LP returns often disappoint. Here's the solution. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/14/2026, 8:30:00 PM
Aptos claims ‘first L1’ status for AI‑assisted formal verification of dynamic dispatch
Aptos says it is the first L1 to support AI‑assisted formal verification for dynamically scheduled Move contracts, pitching Move Prover as an “oracle” between markets and machine agents. Aptos has declared that its network is now “the first L1 to…
By Andrew Folkler 5/14/2026, 8:24:36 PM
Jane Street Cuts Bitcoin Exposure by 71% as Ether Position Rises to $82M in Q1
Jane Street sharply reduced several major bitcoin-linked positions during the first quarter while increasing exposure to ether ETFs and selected crypto equities. The portfolio changes came amid heightened market volatility and shifting institutional sentiment toward digital assets. Jane Street’s Crypto Portfolio Shifts Away From Bitcoin Jane...
By Emmanuel Musa 5/14/2026, 8:20:53 PM
Elliptic closes $120M Series D led by One Peak Partners, backed by Deutsche Bank and NASDAQ
Elliptic's funding boost highlights the critical role of compliance in the evolving blockchain landscape, impacting global financial systems. The post Elliptic closes $120M Series D led by One Peak Partners, backed by Deutsche Bank and NASDAQ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 8:16:55 PM
Coinbase Becomes Official USDC Treasury Deployer on Hyperliquid
Coinbase plans to expand USDC adoption on Hyperliquid while Native Markets gradually "sunsets" USDH.
By Chayanika Deka 5/14/2026, 8:15:32 PM
CENTCOM signals readiness as US-Iran nuclear deal prospects dim
Increased US military readiness may escalate tensions, impacting diplomatic efforts and regional stability, with potential for future conflict. The post CENTCOM signals readiness as US-Iran nuclear deal prospects dim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/14/2026, 8:11:49 PM
Bitcoin Price Surges 3% Past $82K as Senate Advances Clarity Act, STRC and SATA Fuel Bitcoin Credit Boom
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Surges 3% Past $82K as Senate Advances Clarity Act, STRC and SATA Fuel Bitcoin Credit Boom Bitcoin price surged toward $82,000 as STRC’s Bitcoin buying cleared $1 billion in daily trading volume. This post Bitcoin Price Surges 3% Past $82K as Senate Advances Clarity Act, STRC and SATA Fuel Bitcoin Credit Boom first...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/14/2026, 8:01:46 PM
XRP Futures Activity Just Broke Above Its 30-Day Average: Bullish Signal Or Warning?
XRP is trying to hold above $1.40 as the market enters a pivotal day defined by the US Senate Banking Committee’s vote on the CLARITY Act — legislation that carries direct regulatory implications for XRP and the broader digital asset ecosystem. The price is under pressure but not broken, and an Arab Chain report tracking […]
By Sebastian Villafuerte 5/14/2026, 8:00:04 PM
Strive SATA stock launches daily dividend first
Strive’s SATA stock will become the first U.S. listed security to pay cash dividends every business day. Strive (Nasdaq: ASST) announced on May 14 that its Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock will shift from monthly to daily dividend…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 8:00:00 PM
Donald Trump to visit China for first summit in nearly a decade
The summit's outcomes could redefine global crypto dynamics, influencing digital currency dominance and regulatory landscapes amid US-China tensions. The post Donald Trump to visit China for first summit in nearly a decade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 7:54:15 PM
Ex-Celsius exec sentenced to time served after guilty plea
Celsius‘ former chief revenue officer received a lenient sentence after his 2023 guilty plea for fraud and conspiracy to commit price manipulation.
By Turner Wright 5/14/2026, 7:46:55 PM
Bitcoin Futures Hit $61.9B as Traders Pile Into Both Sides of the Market
Bitcoin futures open interest across all exchanges reached $61.9 billion on Thursday, as traders positioned on both sides of a market sitting at $81,500 per coin at 3 p.m. ET. Options data from Deribit, OKX, and Binance point to $80,000 as the level where the most contracts expire worthless, a figure worth watching heading into […]
By Jamie Redman 5/14/2026, 7:45:02 PM
Clarity Act Odds Rise, Kraken Targets $20B IPO As XRP Heats Up
This week could bring either a broad crypto rerating higher - or a sharp selloff - making positioning now more important than guessing the final vote. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/14/2026, 7:45:00 PM
Circle and Sequoia back Turnkey wallet infrastructure
Crypto wallet infrastructure firm Turnkey has raised $12.5 million backed by Circle Ventures and Sequoia Capital. Turnkey announced the raise on May 14, with participation from Archetype, Bain Capital Crypto, Lightspeed Faction, Galaxy Ventures, and Variant alongside Circle Ventures and…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 7:45:00 PM
Beyond the halving: Why BTC Ecosystem’s cloud mining is the new alpha for passive crypto yields
BTC Ecosystem targets retail demand for accessible Bitcoin mining amid changing crypto yield markets. The narrative surrounding Bitcoin has undergone a fundamental shift. Spot ETFs have integrated institutional investors; however, post-halving market dynamics and the surge in network hash rate…
By Guest Post 5/14/2026, 7:44:30 PM
Bitcoin trades at a 'discount' on Coinbase: Is a $76K retest next?
Bitcoin’s $79,000 defense proves that the Coinbase discount is driven by stablecoin volatility rather than a lack of institutional demand.
By Marcel Pechman 5/14/2026, 7:42:44 PM
Senator Warren Reportedly Files Sweeping CLARITY Act Amendments Aimed at Blocking XRP From U.S. Banking System: Details
Ripple-promoted cryptocurrency XRP has reportedly emerged as a central focus in a growing list of proposed amendments ahead of Thursday’s crucial vote.
By Brenda Ngari 5/14/2026, 7:39:35 PM
Grove launches $1 billion liquidity network for tokenized Treasury funds
Grove’s Basin liquidity network can supply up to $1 billion in daily stablecoin liquidity to support redemptions for tokenized U.S. Treasury funds. Blockchain credit infrastructure company Grove has launched a liquidity network called Basin aimed at supporting instant redemptions for…
By Andrew Folkler 5/14/2026, 7:39:00 PM
Major Crypto Bill Finally Advances
The CLARITY Act has successfully cleared a major legislative hurdle, advancing out of the Senate Banking Committee with a 15-9 bipartisan vote.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/14/2026, 7:34:14 PM
Could Zcash Be the Next Bitcoin? Here’s Why Some Crypto Veterans Are Starting to Think So
Zcash has significantly outperformed the broader crypto market over the past month, surging more than 52.5% while Bitcoin posted a comparatively modest 9.4% gain.
By Brenda Ngari 5/14/2026, 7:32:33 PM
Volume Shows Big Players Are Reloading On Solana As They Push For 4-Month Highs
Solana is seeing renewed interest from institutional investors, who appear to have flipped bullish on SOL again. This follows the record inflows that the SOL ETFs have recorded since the start of this month, which have pushed the altcoin to a four-month high. Solana Sees Fresh Inflows From Institutional Investors According to SoSoValue data,...
By Scott Matherson 5/14/2026, 7:30:57 PM
BNB Chain’s RWA TVL rises to $4B, driven by Circle USYC growth
BNB Chain's RWA TVL growth highlights a shift towards institutional-grade products, potentially reshaping DeFi's landscape and capital flows. The post BNB Chain’s RWA TVL rises to $4B, driven by Circle USYC growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 7:28:09 PM
Trump plans to escalate military operations against Iran, sources say
Escalating military actions against Iran could destabilize global oil markets, impact energy costs, and create geopolitical tensions. The post Trump plans to escalate military operations against Iran, sources say appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 7:27:32 PM
Bukele’s Futuristic BINAES Library Blends Books, Bitcoin, and Family Play in Revitalized Capital
Bitcoin Magazine Bukele’s Futuristic BINAES Library Blends Books, Bitcoin, and Family Play in Revitalized Capital Donated by China and aligned with historic landmarks, BINAES offers seven floors of literature, LEGOs, Star Wars collections, and a high-tech sixth floor led by Miss Bitcoin's initiative, positioning El Salvador as a forward-thinking...
By Juan Galt 5/14/2026, 7:24:38 PM
Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Risks Drop to $75K as Sellers Defend Critical $80K Resistance
Bitcoin has started showing early signs of weakness after its recent recovery rally toward the $80K resistance region. The market is now confronting a technically important supply zone where sellers have become increasingly active, raising the probability of a broader corrective phase in the short term. Bitcoin Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On...
By Shayan Markets 5/14/2026, 7:17:06 PM
North Korean hackers escalate crypto theft, causing $2B losses in 2025
North Korea's crypto theft surge underscores the regime's growing reliance on cybercrime to fund weapons, heightening global security risks. The post North Korean hackers escalate crypto theft, causing $2B losses in 2025 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/14/2026, 7:13:30 PM
BNB Chain Publishes Research Report Exploring Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Path for BSC
Dubai, UAE, 14th May 2026, Chainwire
By Chainwire 5/14/2026, 7:11:31 PM
ETH Profit-Taking Hits 3-Week High Despite 5.5% Price Drop
Analysts are watching for realized losses to increase before considering the possibility of a stronger market bottom.
By Wayne Jones 5/14/2026, 7:05:06 PM
Senate Approves CLARITY Act in 15-9 Vote, BTC Soars 3%
On May 14, the Senate Banking Committee approved the CLARITY Act by a 15-9 bipartisan vote. After a…
By Rajpalsinh Parmar 5/14/2026, 7:02:45 PM
Perplexity serves Qwen3 235B models on Nvidia GB200 racks, showing major inference gains
Perplexity's advancements highlight Nvidia's edge in AI hardware, potentially reshaping competitive dynamics and accelerating AI model deployment. The post Perplexity serves Qwen3 235B models on Nvidia GB200 racks, showing major inference gains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 7:02:28 PM
XRP Hits Session Highs as CLARITY Act Advances to Full Senate
XRP rallied as buyers pushed the token to fresh session highs, extending gains after a breakout from consolidation. The move came alongside expanding volume, elevated momentum readings, and optimism after the Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act, which Ripple publicly supported. XRP Breakout Signals Renewed Bullish Momentum At 2:27...
By Kevin Helms 5/14/2026, 7:02:15 PM
Crypto losses from North Korea hackers in 2025 rose 51% YoY: Report
The cybersecurity threats from North Korea are perpetrated by a myriad of small hacker groups deploying malware and executing social engineering scams.
By Vince Quill 5/14/2026, 7:01:17 PM
Crypto May Be Loud Online, But Only 4% Of Voters Care: Poll
A separate poll released Friday by HarrisX found that 47% of registered voters said they would consider crossing party lines to support a candidate who backed crypto regulation legislation — a figure that stands in sharp contrast to new data showing crypto barely moves the needle for most Americans when they head to the polls. […]
By Christian Encila 5/14/2026, 7:00:41 PM