Iran warns of control over Strait of Hormuz amid US tensions
Escalating tensions and control over strategic trade routes could heighten geopolitical risks, impacting global oil prices and security. The post Iran warns of control over Strait of Hormuz amid US tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 1:49:37 PM
Drone strike near Zaporizhzhia plant heightens Russia-Ukraine tensions
The drone strike exacerbates geopolitical instability, diminishing prospects for a ceasefire and increasing uncertainty in conflict resolution. The post Drone strike near Zaporizhzhia plant heightens Russia-Ukraine tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 1:46:57 PM
Michael Saylor plans major Bitcoin purchase amid market optimism
Saylor's Bitcoin purchase could bolster market confidence, potentially driving short-term price increases and influencing digital asset strategies. The post Michael Saylor plans major Bitcoin purchase amid market optimism appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 1:45:41 PM
Dennis Porter: Bitcoin is a national security tool, proof of work deters digital spam, and economic barriers enhance cybersecurity | The Wolf Of All Streets
Bitcoin's role in national security grows as US lawmakers push for domestic mining and defense strategies. The post Dennis Porter: Bitcoin is a national security tool, proof of work deters digital spam, and economic barriers enhance cybersecurity | The Wolf Of All Streets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/3/2026, 1:44:17 PM
“The War Is Over”: Top Solana Executive Declares XRP Integration Beats XRP vs. SOL Rivarly
A senior Solana Foundation executive has noted that the long-standing rivalry between Ripple’s XRP and Solana is giving way to a more cross-chain collaborative dynamic, signaling a remarkable shift in the crypto landscape. A New Era for XRP and Solana In the past, XRP and Solana have largely operated in separate lanes—XRP as a payments-focused […]
By Brenda Ngari 5/3/2026, 1:34:15 PM
Tehran on heightened alert amid US-Iran tensions, evacuation prep underway
Heightened alert in Tehran may escalate regional instability, impacting global markets and increasing the risk of broader geopolitical conflicts. The post Tehran on heightened alert amid US-Iran tensions, evacuation prep underway appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 1:26:13 PM
Meta stock poised for $740 target by April 2026 after Q1 earnings beat
Meta's strategic AI investments and resilience amid geopolitical challenges bolster confidence in sustained growth and stock price potential. The post Meta stock poised for $740 target by April 2026 after Q1 earnings beat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 1:25:03 PM
US blockade pressures Iran as oil storage nears capacity
The US blockade may lead to heightened geopolitical tensions and economic instability, potentially impacting global oil markets and prices. The post US blockade pressures Iran as oil storage nears capacity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 1:23:35 PM
KKR invests $10B in AI power plants, boosting US tech infrastructure
KKR's investment in AI infrastructure could enhance US tech dominance, influence global power dynamics, and drive innovation in AI capabilities. The post KKR invests $10B in AI power plants, boosting US tech infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 1:18:34 PM
Adam Back Defines Best Defense to Quantum Risk, Ripple CTO Emeritus Shows Rare Support to XRP Meme Coin, Barry Silbert Co-Signs $1,000 Zcash (ZEC) Prediction - Morning Crypto Report
Adam Back proposes a "vaccine" against the quantum threat for Bitcoin, while David Schwartz helps the XRP meme coin FUZZY. Plus, Barry Silbert predicts Zcash at $1000, comparing it to BTC in 2015.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 5/3/2026, 1:18:00 PM
Max Schoening: Agency is key to professional success, AI is transforming product workflows, and the trend of designers coding is on the rise | Lenny’s Podcast
AI integration is transforming product development, making coding less intimidating and enhancing designer roles. The post Max Schoening: Agency is key to professional success, AI is transforming product workflows, and the trend of designers coding is on the rise | Lenny’s Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/3/2026, 1:11:12 PM
Stablecoins Reach $321B Market Cap as $1B Inflows Lift Sector to New High
Following a week marked by an absence of both inflows and outflows, the stablecoin economy recorded $1.08 billion in inflows from April 26 through May 3. Data further indicates that, as of Sunday, the sector’s total market valuation stands at $321.759 billion, based on figures logged by defillama.com. Key Takeaways: Stablecoin market hits...
By Jamie Redman 5/3/2026, 1:10:20 PM
Oman mediates US-Iran talks, boosting diplomatic meeting prospects
Oman's mediation may enhance US-Iran diplomatic engagement, potentially stabilizing regional tensions and fostering future dialogue opportunities. The post Oman mediates US-Iran talks, boosting diplomatic meeting prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 1:05:53 PM
Hezbollah uses civilians as shields, complicating Israeli withdrawal plans
Hezbollah's tactics may prolong conflict, complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting regional stability and Israeli withdrawal timelines. The post Hezbollah uses civilians as shields, complicating Israeli withdrawal plans appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 1:04:26 PM
SkyAI hits new $0.52 ATH – Will profit-taking trigger a price pullback?
SkyAI’s breakout loses steam as profit-taking rises, leaving price dependent on holding key support to sustain the trend.
By Muriuki Lazaro 5/3/2026, 1:00:42 PM
Bitcoin Bulls Show Signs Of Exhaustion Around $78,000 — What’s Next?
Bitcoin had a modest start to May, with the flagship cryptocurrency rising as much as 3.5% on Friday. As of this writing, the premier cryptocurrency trades near $78,400, barely moving over the past day. Interestingly, a market pundit has explained how a perceived shift in Bitcoin’s investor behavior could be a major influence on the...
By Opeyemi Sule 5/3/2026, 1:00:33 PM
Mike Cagney’s second act: Turning blockchain into Wall Street’s new plumbing
Figure’s $1 billion month capped a years-long push to strip out middlemen from credit markets, bringing real-world assets, lending and even equities onchain.
By Will Canny 5/3/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Americans distrust crypto, AI as industry super PACs flood midterms, poll finds
A new Politico poll finds most Americans distrust crypto and AI, raising questions about whether candidates backed by industry super PACs could face voter backlash.
By Amin Haqshanas 5/3/2026, 1:00:00 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 5/3/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Iran warns Strait of Hormuz could become “graveyard” for US amid rising tensions
Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil supply, escalate military conflicts, and impact international trade stability. The post Iran warns Strait of Hormuz could become “graveyard” for US amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 12:51:43 PM
Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund raises record $6B fund
Founders Fund raised a record $6B vehicle led by late-stage deals, with Peter Thiel and insiders contributing $1.5B.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/3/2026, 12:50:38 PM
Local elections could threaten Starmer’s leadership amid Reform UK gains
Labour's potential losses to Reform UK could destabilize Starmer's leadership, prompting strategic shifts and impacting party unity. The post Local elections could threaten Starmer’s leadership amid Reform UK gains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 12:39:02 PM
US military aircraft surge towards Middle East amid Iran tensions
The increased US military presence in the Middle East heightens regional instability, potentially escalating conflicts and impacting global markets. The post US military aircraft surge towards Middle East amid Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 12:37:43 PM
Russia-Ukraine conflict escalates with renewed strikes, dimming ceasefire hopes
The escalation reduces ceasefire prospects, potentially prolonging regional instability and impacting global geopolitical and economic dynamics. The post Russia-Ukraine conflict escalates with renewed strikes, dimming ceasefire hopes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 12:18:06 PM
We Asked AI How High Ripple (XRP) Can Go in May: The Answers Shocked Us
Can XRP continue with its decent recovery in May or will the bulls completely take over? Or, maybe there's another option.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/3/2026, 12:13:59 PM
US-Iran war impacts credit markets, dims 2026 Fed rate cut prospects
The US-Iran conflict heightens economic volatility, potentially delaying Fed rate cuts due to inflationary pressures and tighter credit. The post US-Iran war impacts credit markets, dims 2026 Fed rate cut prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 12:12:44 PM
BitMine’s 4.5M ETH stake strategy boosts confidence in $5,000 May target
BitMine's strategy may catalyze institutional adoption of Ethereum, enhancing its role as a macroeconomic hedge and store of value. The post BitMine’s 4.5M ETH stake strategy boosts confidence in $5,000 May target appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 12:02:47 PM
Wall Street’s $292 billion risk-on rotation just created a new bullish setup for Bitcoin
Global equity funds pulled in over $15 billion in the week through Apr. 1, then $23.47 billion, $31.26 billion, and finally $48.72 billion in the week through Apr. 22. Global money-market funds simultaneously bled a $173.24 billion outflow in the week through Apr. 15, the biggest single-week exit from cash since at least September 2018. […] The...
By Gino Matos 5/3/2026, 12:00:47 PM
Iranian military official warns of likely conflict resumption with US
Escalating tensions may destabilize Iran's leadership, hinder diplomatic efforts, and impact regional security and global markets. The post Iranian military official warns of likely conflict resumption with US appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 12:00:32 PM
Dogecoin whale sits on a $3.87mln loss – Will DOGE’s $0.10 support survive?
Dogecoin whale faces $3.8 million loss, after holding 14 million DOGE for a year.
By Gladys Makena 5/3/2026, 12:00:15 PM
Coinbase says crypto bill deal clears Senate path
Coinbase says a Senate deal on stablecoin rewards may clear the CLARITY Act’s path to markup after months of bank and crypto disputes today.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/3/2026, 11:59:00 AM
US deploys A-10 aircraft amid rising tensions in Iran-Israel conflict
The U.S. military's increased involvement may escalate regional tensions, potentially affecting Iran's defensive strategies and geopolitical stability. The post US deploys A-10 aircraft amid rising tensions in Iran-Israel conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 11:59:00 AM
China defies US sanctions, orders firms to ignore Iranian oil trade restrictions
China's defiance of US sanctions may escalate geopolitical tensions, potentially impacting global oil prices and complicating US-Iran relations. The post China defies US sanctions, orders firms to ignore Iranian oil trade restrictions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 11:53:10 AM
US blockade strands 1.8M barrels of Iranian oil daily amid Hormuz tensions
The US blockade exacerbates geopolitical tensions, impacting global oil markets and complicating diplomatic efforts with Iran. The post US blockade strands 1.8M barrels of Iranian oil daily amid Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 11:47:03 AM
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF captures $1.7B in April inflows amid easing tensions
Institutional interest in Bitcoin is rising, potentially stabilizing its price amid geopolitical shifts, yet skepticism about extreme price targets persists. The post BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF captures $1.7B in April inflows amid easing tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 11:39:55 AM
OPEC+ boosts oil production amid US-Israel-Iran tensions
Increased OPEC+ production amid geopolitical tensions may stabilize oil prices, but regional conflicts could still drive market volatility. The post OPEC+ boosts oil production amid US-Israel-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 11:33:49 AM
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Inflows Below 1 Billion: Are Bears Exhausted?
Shiba Inu exchange inflows are slowing down, triggering a potential recovery sooner than anticipated.
By Arman Shirinyan 5/3/2026, 11:31:00 AM
XRP Bulls Eye Breakout As Ripple Unveils 13,000 Bank Connections Worldwide
Ripple’s own top engineer has thrown cold water on one of the XRP community’s most persistent theories — that the company’s 1,700 non-disclosure agreements are hiding secret, large-scale adoption plans. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Path To $100K May Happen Before Anyone Understands Why: Analyst Chief Technology Officer David Schwartz said those NDAs...
By Christian Encila 5/3/2026, 11:30:30 AM
Crypto market update: Algorand jumps while Bitcoin and XRP stay range-bound
Bitcoin stalled near $79K as traders weighed the FOMC decision, Iran tension and XRP’s range, while Algorand led altcoin gains.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/3/2026, 11:30:00 AM
Top trending altcoins for 2026: Smart picks and key trends
Discover the top trending altcoins for 2026! Get smart picks and insights to make informed investment decisions in a fast-paced market.
By Idris Calloway 5/3/2026, 11:23:27 AM
Drone threats in Baltic states, Finland raise NATO-Russia clash concerns
Increased drone threats in Baltic states and Finland heighten regional tensions, potentially escalating NATO-Russia conflict risks. The post Drone threats in Baltic states, Finland raise NATO-Russia clash concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 11:20:12 AM
Iran issues one-month ultimatum to end US-Israeli conflict and blockade
Iran's ultimatum heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially disrupting oil markets and increasing military readiness, impacting global stability. The post Iran issues one-month ultimatum to end US-Israeli conflict and blockade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 11:19:04 AM
Alphabet gains $420B in market cap, challenges Nvidia for top spot
Alphabet's market cap surge highlights shifting tech leadership dynamics, emphasizing resilience amid geopolitical tensions impacting Nvidia. The post Alphabet gains $420B in market cap, challenges Nvidia for top spot appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 11:15:43 AM
Iran’s largest crypto exchange founded by sons of family tied to supreme leaders: Reuters
Nobitex, Iran’s largest crypto exchange, was founded by brothers linked to the powerful Kharrazi family, which has ties to the country’s supreme leaders.
By Amin Haqshanas 5/3/2026, 11:12:56 AM
Bitcoin critic Warren Buffett warns crypto traders on risky bets
Warren Buffett warned investors are in a gambling mood, targeting one-day options, risky speculation and crypto-style trading at Berkshire.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/3/2026, 11:10:00 AM
‘Dramatically underperformed’ – Can Bitcoin still break $80K this cycle?
Despite price recovery, why are traders, analysts, and on-chain metrics all sending mixed signals for the upcoming Bitcoin movement?
By Ishika Kumari 5/3/2026, 11:00:56 AM
Bitcoin Prints Biggest Monthly Win In A Year Amid Renewed Market Optimism
Fear still hangs over the crypto market even as Bitcoin closed April with its strongest monthly gain in 12 months. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index registered a reading of 39 on Friday — firmly in “Fear” territory — a sign that many investors remain cautious despite the month’s upbeat finish. Related Reading: Brazil Tightens […]
By Christian Encila 5/3/2026, 11:00:43 AM
300% XRP Ledger Skyrockets: Analyzing What Just Happened
XRP's ledger skyrockets, breaking multiple barriers, but it's not clear where the fuel is coming from.
By Arman Shirinyan 5/3/2026, 10:57:00 AM
Israel intercepts projectiles from Lebanon amid ceasefire violations
Continued hostilities and ceasefire violations may hinder diplomatic efforts and delay potential Israeli withdrawal, affecting regional stability. The post Israel intercepts projectiles from Lebanon amid ceasefire violations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 10:55:20 AM
Trump considers Iran peace proposal as Hormuz traffic halts
The potential diplomatic progress could ease regional tensions, impacting global oil markets and reducing the likelihood of military conflict. The post Trump considers Iran peace proposal as Hormuz traffic halts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/3/2026, 10:44:48 AM