US forces disable two Iranian tankers in Strait of Hormuz blockade enforcement
Heightened tensions and enforcement actions in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil supply chains and escalate geopolitical conflicts. The post US forces disable two Iranian tankers in Strait of Hormuz blockade enforcement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 4:40:43 PM
Clashes reported between US, Iranian forces near Strait of Hormuz
Heightened US-Iran tensions near the Strait of Hormuz risk disrupting global oil trade and increasing the likelihood of military conflict. The post Clashes reported between US, Iranian forces near Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 4:34:54 PM
Zcash plots quantum-proof wallets, Visa-scale throughput as ZEC hits 75% monthly gain
Zcash's advancements in quantum-proofing and scaling could redefine privacy and transaction efficiency in the crypto space, challenging existing norms. The post Zcash plots quantum-proof wallets, Visa-scale throughput as ZEC hits 75% monthly gain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/8/2026, 4:34:08 PM
XRP Network Sees Steep Pullback In New User Activity From Its 2024 High
XRP’s waning price performance seems to have finally influenced the network’s activity, which has seen a notable cooldown in the month of May. Just a few days into May, the network is struggling to attract new wallet addresses. After over a year, new addresses have fallen to one of their lowest levels. New XRP Addresses […]
By Godspower Owie 5/8/2026, 4:30:07 PM
Japan to Enter the Blockchain Era with Round-the-Clock Government Bond Trading
The government expects this system to be in operation later this year, aiming to lower costs and speed up transactions involving government bonds. Digital asset developer Progmat will serve as the secretariat for the organization undertaking this tokenization endeavor. Japan Taps Blockchain For Speeding Up Government Bond Trading Blockchain is...
By Sergio Goschenko 5/8/2026, 4:30:07 PM
Can XTZ Price Escape Its Multi-Year Downtrend?
The post Can XTZ Price Escape Its Multi-Year Downtrend? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Many traders had written off XTZ as a “ghost chain,” but Tezos surprised them with a genuine technical upgrade rather than a recycled roadmap. The launch of the Tezos X Previewnet on May 5 is suddenly putting the spotlight back on XTZ, especially as...
By Yash Jain 5/8/2026, 4:13:08 PM
ECB's Lagarde’s digital euro warning: Why Europe shouldn’t just copy the U.S. stablecoin model
Lagarde warned that large stablecoins like Tether and USDC, which now dominate a $310 billion market, pose financial stability risks and could transmit stress to underlying asset markets during periods of turmoil.
By Olivier Acuna 5/8/2026, 4:11:58 PM
Vatican-Rubio meeting signals US tensions with Pope Leo, but crypto markets shrug
US-Catholic voter shifts could impact election outcomes and crypto regulation, highlighting the political significance of religious demographics. The post Vatican-Rubio meeting signals US tensions with Pope Leo, but crypto markets shrug appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/8/2026, 4:10:13 PM
Ethereum’s No. 2 Spot No Longer Untouchable As XRP Closes In
Ethereum’s long-held grip on the number-two spot in crypto is facing its stiffest test in years. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/8/2026, 3:52:00 PM
Iran refuses to concede on uranium, defying US demands amid stalled talks
Iran's defiance on uranium heightens geopolitical tensions, complicating diplomatic resolutions and impacting global nuclear stability. The post Iran refuses to concede on uranium, defying US demands amid stalled talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 3:50:56 PM
The Hantavirus Danger: Can a Potential Outbreak Spark a New Meme Coin Frenzy?
Meme coins associated with the virus have already accumulated multimillion-dollar market caps.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 5/8/2026, 3:49:41 PM
CLARITY Act New Update: Senate Banking Committee Reportedly Targets May 14 Vote
The post CLARITY Act New Update: Senate Banking Committee Reportedly Targets May 14 Vote appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The CLARITY Act is moving faster than expected. The Senate Banking Committee is preparing to vote on the landmark crypto regulation bill as early as May 14, according to multiple sources, who confirmed that draft...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 5/8/2026, 3:41:46 PM
Ethereum loses 10% of its DeFi market share as rival chains close in
Ethereum's share of the total value locked (TVL) in DeFi compressed from 63.5% at the start of 2025 to around 54% as of May 7, hovering near the lowest level recorded since May 2025. DefiLlama puts Ethereum's current TVL at $45.4 billion, while the chains absorbing share have each staked out a distinct function, such […] The post Ethereum loses...
By Gino Matos 5/8/2026, 3:35:41 PM
Bitcoin’s ‘overbought’ signal flashes price top warning with focus on $78K
Bitcoin’s 36% rally from $60,000 resulted in the relative strength index flashing a potential top signal not seen since early 2026.
By Nancy Lubale 5/8/2026, 3:35:23 PM
SoftBank cuts OpenAI-backed loan target to $6B as lenders balk at valuation
SoftBank has cut a planned OpenAI‑backed margin loan from around $10 billion to roughly $6 billion after banks and private credit funds pushed back on the deal’s structure and the difficulty of valuing OpenAI, an unlisted AI unicorn. SoftBank Group…
By Andrew Folkler 5/8/2026, 3:34:23 PM
STRK Price Jumps 50% But Starknet Still Faces Brutal Reality
The post STRK Price Jumps 50% But Starknet Still Faces Brutal Reality appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Just when traders had nearly forgotten Starknet existed, STRK price suddenly woke up with a violent 50% intraday move. The trigger? Starknet confirmed that its “strkBTC” vision officially goes live on May 12 after governance proposals...
By Yash Jain 5/8/2026, 3:33:47 PM
BTC spot ETFs snap five-day inflow streak – What’s next for Bitcoin price?
The United States spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) ended their five-day winning streak on Thursday, amid bearish sentiment. After … Continue reading The post BTC spot ETFs snap five-day inflow streak – What’s next for Bitcoin price? appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 5/8/2026, 3:33:37 PM
Ripple CEO Teases “Something Special” for XRP Holders in Possible IPO As Bulls Target $12 Mega Run
Ripple chief Brad Garlinghouse has fueled fresh speculation within the XRP community after hinting that XRP holders could receive “something special”.
By Brenda Ngari 5/8/2026, 3:31:58 PM
XRP Momentum Fades As Bulls Fail To Hold Breakout Zone
XRP’s latest breakout attempt appears to be losing steam as bulls struggle to maintain price action above the key resistance zone near $1.45. The rejection has pushed XRP back toward an important support area despite ongoing bullish developments surrounding Ripple and the XRPL ecosystem. Failure To Hold Above $1.45 Resistance In a recent analysis,...
By Godspower Owie 5/8/2026, 3:30:08 PM
Could XRP Be Pegged to Gold as Part of a New Global Reserve Currency System?
The post Could XRP Be Pegged to Gold as Part of a New Global Reserve Currency System? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Speaking at the close of the XRP Las Vegas event, Jesse from Apex Crypto Insights told host Paul that Ripple is significantly further along than its public statements suggest. Brad Garlinghouse, David Schwartz, and Jack...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 5/8/2026, 3:29:05 PM
Zoomex Warns Traditional Liquidity Metrics Are Failing in the Age of AI Trading
Zoomex has outlined a structural shift in cryptocurrency market dynamics, stating that traditional liquidity indicators such as trading volume and visible order book depth are becoming less reliable in an environment increasingly driven by AI-powered and algorithmic trading systems. According to the platform, the rise of automated trading has...
By PR DESK 5/8/2026, 3:26:00 PM
Hezbollah rockets hit Haifa amid escalating Israel-Lebanon conflict
The escalation may lead to increased regional instability, impacting geopolitical dynamics and potentially altering international diplomatic efforts. The post Hezbollah rockets hit Haifa amid escalating Israel-Lebanon conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 3:25:54 PM
Tether froze over $500M USDT in 30 days as blacklist total hit $1.26B in 2025
Tether froze over $514 million USDT across 370 addresses in the past 30 days as its 2025 blacklist swelled to $1.26 billion, underscoring how centralized stablecoins now function as embedded enforcement rails for global regulators and law enforcement. Tether has…
By Andrew Folkler 5/8/2026, 3:24:15 PM
Iran to make Strait of Hormuz restrictions permanent amid US tensions
Iran's permanent Strait of Hormuz restrictions could escalate geopolitical tensions, risking oil supply disruptions and economic instability. The post Iran to make Strait of Hormuz restrictions permanent amid US tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 3:23:06 PM
Iran makes Strait of Hormuz passage restrictions permanent amid US tensions
Iran's permanent restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz could exacerbate global oil supply disruptions and heighten geopolitical tensions. The post Iran makes Strait of Hormuz passage restrictions permanent amid US tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 3:21:57 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, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Cointelegraph 5/8/2026, 3:16:53 PM
Trump calls ABC reporter’s question ‘stupid’ amid Iran war tensions
Trump's pattern of public insults during international tensions may influence market perceptions and expectations of his future behavior. The post Trump calls ABC reporter’s question ‘stupid’ amid Iran war tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 3:13:42 PM
Jobs report gives markets a reason to exhale
The jobs report alleviates immediate market fears, but sustained economic stability and future Fed actions remain crucial for long-term confidence. The post Jobs report gives markets a reason to exhale appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 3:13:42 PM
Is Pi Network The Benchmark Cryptocurrency?
The post Is Pi Network The Benchmark Cryptocurrency? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A statement from veteran crypto participant Justin Wu is making headlines across crypto social media. Wu, known online as Hackapreneur, posted a simple but provocative take: if you have been in crypto for five years and do not hold Pi Network, you have...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 5/8/2026, 3:13:36 PM
Bitcoin options volatility snaps back as hedging flows cluster around $82k
After Bitcoin pushed into the $82,000–$83,000 band, short‑dated implied volatility has bounced from late‑2025 lows, with a roughly $2 billion short‑gamma pocket around $82,000 turning dealer hedging into a potential amplifier of every move. On-chain analytics firm Glassnode notes that…
By Andrew Folkler 5/8/2026, 3:13:21 PM
IREN shares surge on landmark AI infrastructure deal with Nvidia
IREN's pivot to AI infrastructure highlights the lucrative potential for former crypto miners, reshaping market perceptions and investment strategies. The post IREN shares surge on landmark AI infrastructure deal with Nvidia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 3:13:11 PM
Revolut users report Bitcoin price glitch showing 2 cents before recovery
Revolut's Bitcoin price glitch highlights the critical need for robust infrastructure and trust in digital trading platforms, impacting user confidence. The post Revolut users report Bitcoin price glitch showing 2 cents before recovery appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 3:13:07 PM
Pi Network price prediction: PI hovers near $0.19 as unlocks and weak demand cap upside
Pi Network (PI) trades around $0.19 with most quant models pinning it in a cramped $0.12–$0.20 band through 2026 as token unlocks, patchy listings and soft demand keep any meaningful upside firmly capped. Where PI trades today Pi Network (PI)…
By Andrew Folkler 5/8/2026, 3:01:47 PM
This Russell Signal Has Predicted Every Bitcoin Bull Market And It Just Got Triggered Again
Crypto pundit Bull Theory has alluded to a Russell 2000 signal, which has always triggered every major Bitcoin bull market. This signal is again said to have triggered, signaling that another major bull run may be on the horizon. Russell 2000 Signal Points To Another Bitcoin Bull Market In an X post, Bull Theory stated […]
By Scott Matherson 5/8/2026, 3:00:45 PM
MegaETH Foundation completes first MEGA buyback
The automated buyback system could stabilize MEGA's value, fostering a sustainable ecosystem and potentially increasing investor confidence. The post MegaETH Foundation completes first MEGA buyback appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/8/2026, 3:00:18 PM
US-Iran conflict impacts Fed rate cut prospects amid inflation concerns
The US-Iran conflict exacerbates inflation risks, potentially leading the Fed to prioritize inflation control over monetary easing. The post US-Iran conflict impacts Fed rate cut prospects amid inflation concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 2:57:34 PM
MegaETH launches MEGA buyback funded by USDm stablecoin revenue
MegaETH has activated a MEGA token buyback program funded entirely by net revenue from its USDm stablecoin, turning Treasury‑backed yield into a standing bid for its “real‑time Ethereum” L2 token after a sharp post‑launch selloff. The MegaETH Foundation says its…
By Andrew Folkler 5/8/2026, 2:54:24 PM
XRP pushes toward $1.40 as tightening range lowers breakout chances
Price moved higher on a late volume burst, with traders watching whether compression near $1.39-$1.40 finally resolves into a larger move.
By Shaurya Malwa 5/8/2026, 2:53:20 PM
HabitTrade denies doing regulated business in Hong Kong after SFC warning
Hong Kong’s SFC flags HabitTrade in a warning on unlicensed virtual asset platforms, but the broker insists it hasn’t done regulated business or marketed services to Hong Kong investors and blames unauthorized third‑party promoters. HabitTrade has pushed back against an…
By Andrew Folkler 5/8/2026, 2:47:07 PM
Kelp DAO exploit prompts DeFi protocols to rethink oracle providers
Solv Protocol and other DeFi projects are migrating to Chainlink infrastructure after the $293 million exploit exposed risks in third-party bridge and oracle setups.
By Zoltan Vardai 5/8/2026, 2:46:49 PM
Bitcoin Price Analysis: Rejection at $83K Shows Major Weaknesses in BTC’s Structure
Bitcoin is trading around $80k, holding slightly above the psychological threshold that has defined the ceiling of every recovery attempt over the past three months. The ascending channel is intact, the 100-day MA reclaim is holding, and BTC is now pressing into the zone between the current price and the 200-day MA. This area is […]
By Shayan Markets 5/8/2026, 2:45:47 PM
Big Reset for XRP: Meet New XRP Ledger Foundation Team
XRP Ledger Foundation unveiled a major leadership reset, marking the strongest move yet toward Ripple-independent development.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 5/8/2026, 2:43:45 PM
Aramco and ADNOC resume oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz
The resumption of oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz may ease global supply constraints, but geopolitical tensions remain high. The post Aramco and ADNOC resume oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/8/2026, 2:42:51 PM
Sanders calls for Fed rate cuts as crypto watches policy rift widen
Acting Labor Secretary Sandlin’s push for earlier Fed cuts clashes with a cautious central bank, leaving crypto trading a “higher for longer” regime even as the political drumbeat for easing grows louder. Political pressure builds for easier Fed policy Acting…
By Andrew Folkler 5/8/2026, 2:41:54 PM
Ondo price breaks $0.30 resistance amid RWA growth, can it revisit January highs?
Ondo price surged above $0.30 after a JPMorgan-Mastercard tokenized Treasury pilot and strong Q1 growth pushed TVL to $3.53 billion. According to data from crypto.news, Ondo (ONDO) climbed to an intraday high near $0.40 on May 8 before slightly easing…
By Rony Roy 5/8/2026, 2:40:00 PM
Garlinghouse Says All Ripple’s Acquisitions Are in Service of How to Promote XRP Adoption and Utility
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse says every acquisition and major project Ripple has pursued seeks to improve XRP adoption, utility, liquidity, and trust. He made the remarks during the opening day of Consensus 2026 in Miami. Visit Website
By Mark Brennan 5/8/2026, 2:34:52 PM
Whales Quietly Buy 3.4B HBAR As Retail Capitulates
While HBAR’s price drifts around $0.086 & retail sentiment “hits a freezing point” on-chain data delivers a different story. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/8/2026, 2:34:00 PM
International Crackdown Takes Down Nine Crypto Investment Scam Centers, Leads to Arrest of 276 Individuals
Law enforcement authorities arrested at least 276 individuals following an international crackdown that targeted scam centers engaged in cryptocurrency investment fraud schemes. In a statement, the US Justice Department says that a cooperation between the FBI, Dubai Police Department and Chinese Ministry of Public Security led to the dismantling...
By Rhodilee Jean Dolor 5/8/2026, 2:30:33 PM
Coinbase Points to Multi-Zone AWS Failures Behind Outage
Coinbase said AWS failures disrupted core trading services after errors spread across multiple zones. The company traced the outage to use1-az4 in AWS’s US-EAST-1 Region. Coinbase Points to AWS Failures After Trading Services Went Down Crypto exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) disclosed through Coinbase Support that a May 7 outage disrupted core...
By Kevin Helms 5/8/2026, 2:30:13 PM
VanEck Breaks Down Bitcoin’s Path to $1 Million in 5 Years
Bitcoin is on a structural path to reach $1 million per coin within the next five years, according to Matthew Sigel, VanEck’s head of digital assets research.
By Olivia Brooke 5/8/2026, 2:29:45 PM