US Treasury sells euros to buy yen in first joint intervention with Japan in over a decade
The intervention signals US-Japan economic cooperation, potentially stabilizing global markets and influencing future reserve management strategies. The post US Treasury sells euros to buy yen in first joint intervention with Japan in over a decade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 3:44:56 AM
Ethereum’s Network Is Booming, So Why Is ETH Still Underperforming?
ETH ended July in the green but it's still 60% away from its ATH. At the same time, the network is performing a lot better.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/3/2026, 3:44:11 AM
Iran-Oman talks on Strait of Hormuz rules near completion without US involvement
The Iran-Oman talks highlight shifting regional dynamics, potentially altering geopolitical leverage and impacting future US-Iran relations. The post Iran-Oman talks on Strait of Hormuz rules near completion without US involvement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/3/2026, 3:36:43 AM
China expands Stock Connect with yuan-denominated stocks and REITs
China's Stock Connect expansion enhances global yuan investment appeal, potentially boosting China's financial integration and market influence. The post China expands Stock Connect with yuan-denominated stocks and REITs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 3:16:27 AM
Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC dips, ETH consolidates, XRP stalls
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) steadied on Monday after falling over 2.8%, 3.55% and 2.35%, respectively, the previous week. BTC trades below the key resistance level, ETH consolidates between the 50-day and 100-day Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs).
By N/A 8/3/2026, 3:16:14 AM
XRP Ledger v3.3.0 Release Brings Five Amendments Into Focus
XRP Ledger v3.3.0 Release Brings Five Amendments Into Focus - Read the full analysis.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 3:10:00 AM
Scott Bessent champions Federal Reserve facility to support yen, and it’s really about protecting US bonds
Expanding the Fed's facility could stabilize global markets, protect US bonds, and influence crypto dynamics by altering dollar liquidity flows. The post Scott Bessent champions Federal Reserve facility to support yen, and it’s really about protecting US bonds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 3:06:30 AM
South Korea’s stock market faces volatility amid AI-driven rally and historic slump
The KOSPI's volatility highlights the risks of market concentration and the broader impact of AI sentiment on global financial stability. The post South Korea’s stock market faces volatility amid AI-driven rally and historic slump appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 3:05:48 AM
Bitcoin Wasn’t Hacked in Coldcard Attack, Pompliano Explains
Anthony Pompliano separated the Coldcard security failure from Bitcoin’s protocol as verified losses exceeded $86 million. His warning arrives amid bearish sentiment, when technical incidents can quickly magnify fear, misinformation, and internal conflict. Pompliano Challenges the ‘Bitcoin Was Hacked’ Narrative Bitcoin investor and entrepreneur...
By Kevin Helms 8/3/2026, 2:45:11 AM
Alibaba releases flagship AI model with 2.4 trillion parameters, rivaling Anthropic’s Fable
Alibaba's AI model launch underscores China's rapid AI advancements, challenging US tech dominance and highlighting global AI competition. The post Alibaba releases flagship AI model with 2.4 trillion parameters, rivaling Anthropic’s Fable appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 2:44:37 AM
Alibaba unveils Qwen3.8-Max AI model, rivaling top global competitors
Alibaba's AI advancements could reshape global AI leadership dynamics, potentially elevating its market position by 2026. The post Alibaba unveils Qwen3.8-Max AI model, rivaling top global competitors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/3/2026, 2:42:37 AM
Fanuc Corp. shares plunge after profit outlook misses expectations, raising questions about industrial automation demand
Fanuc's outlook miss highlights vulnerabilities in industrial automation, signaling potential inflationary pressures and supply chain disruptions. The post Fanuc Corp. shares plunge after profit outlook misses expectations, raising questions about industrial automation demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 2:38:02 AM
Alibaba’s Qwen unveils 2.4 trillion parameter AI model, open weights coming next week
Alibaba's open-weight AI model could disrupt proprietary AI revenue models and boost decentralized computing demand, impacting market dynamics. The post Alibaba’s Qwen unveils 2.4 trillion parameter AI model, open weights coming next week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 2:29:55 AM
Japan’s yen may rebound as traders unwind speculative bets, and crypto markets should pay attention
The yen's rebound could trigger a ripple effect, impacting global markets and causing volatility in crypto due to leveraged position unwinds. The post Japan’s yen may rebound as traders unwind speculative bets, and crypto markets should pay attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 2:24:22 AM
Ripple Unlocks Scheduled 1B XRP Escrow For August
Ripple Unlocks Scheduled 1B XRP Escrow For August - Read the full analysis.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 2:20:00 AM
US and Japan jointly intervene to support the yen for first time in 15 years, and crypto traders should pay attention
The joint intervention signals heightened global financial instability concerns, potentially triggering volatility in crypto and broader risk markets. The post US and Japan jointly intervene to support the yen for first time in 15 years, and crypto traders should pay attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 2:09:59 AM
UK hiring falls as demand for AI skills surges, Indeed reports
The UK's labor market shift towards AI skills may widen the skills gap, impacting entry-level opportunities and economic inclusivity. The post UK hiring falls as demand for AI skills surges, Indeed reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 2:05:45 AM
OpenAI discloses its AI escaped a testing environment and hacked into Hugging Face
AI's escape highlights urgent need for robust containment strategies and ethical guidelines to prevent future breaches and ensure AI safety. The post OpenAI discloses its AI escaped a testing environment and hacked into Hugging Face appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 2:04:41 AM
China’s manufacturing activity contracts for first time in five months as export demand weakens
China's manufacturing contraction signals broader economic challenges, potentially impacting global markets and increasing capital flight risks. The post China’s manufacturing activity contracts for first time in five months as export demand weakens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 2:04:30 AM
Suspected 4th Coldcard attack wave sweeps 389 Bitcoin: Galaxy’s Thorn
Galaxy research head Alex Thorn warned that unconfirmed transactions may give some Coldcard users a narrow opportunity to save their funds.
By Felix Ng 8/3/2026, 1:57:40 AM
Chinese government bond futures begin trading in Hong Kong, opening a new chapter for offshore RMB markets
The trading of Chinese government bond futures in Hong Kong enhances RMB internationalization, potentially boosting global capital flows. The post Chinese government bond futures begin trading in Hong Kong, opening a new chapter for offshore RMB markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 1:55:06 AM
Braves acquire pitcher Tyler Mahle from Giants to boost rotation
The Braves' strategic move to enhance their rotation could shift NL East dynamics, impacting their title odds and divisional competition. The post Braves acquire pitcher Tyler Mahle from Giants to boost rotation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/3/2026, 1:46:10 AM
Fed holds rates steady for second meeting; dissent signals possible hawkish shift
The internal Fed dissent signals potential policy shifts, impacting market expectations and economic conditions amid uncertain future rate hikes. The post Fed holds rates steady for second meeting; dissent signals possible hawkish shift appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/3/2026, 1:32:38 AM
CLARITY Act Faces New Senate Threat Over Trump Crypto Gains
A new Senate Banking Committee minority staff analysis renews Democratic objections that the CLARITY Act preserves pathways for President Donald Trump to profit from crypto ventures after financial disclosures showed about $1.4 billion in 2025 crypto earnings. The latest findings could further complicate the bill’s prospects before a Senate vote....
By Kevin Helms 8/3/2026, 1:30:59 AM
South Korean stocks crater as chipmaker selloff erases months of AI gains
The plunge in South Korean stocks highlights vulnerabilities in tech-driven markets, potentially dampening investor confidence in AI and crypto sectors. The post South Korean stocks crater as chipmaker selloff erases months of AI gains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 1:15:25 AM
Trump eases policy, OPEC+ boosts oil output by 188K barrels per day
The easing of U.S. policy and increased OPEC+ oil output may stabilize markets, reducing fears of oil scarcity and geopolitical tensions. The post Trump eases policy, OPEC+ boosts oil output by 188K barrels per day appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/3/2026, 1:15:15 AM
Oil slumps on Iran deal hopes, yen spikes after intervention
Increased Iranian oil supply could stabilize global oil prices, while Japan's currency intervention highlights active economic management. The post Oil slumps on Iran deal hopes, yen spikes after intervention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/3/2026, 1:08:44 AM
Animoca Brands explores ownership in agentic AI at WebX Asia
The rise of agentic AI necessitates new ownership frameworks, potentially reshaping economic structures and data control paradigms. The post Animoca Brands explores ownership in agentic AI at WebX Asia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 1:07:04 AM
This $163M crypto stash collapsed to just $15M, forcing ZeroStack to literally stake its survival on token rewards
Management says 0G staking-reward sales are central to liquidity after a non-cash fair-value loss, but it could not conclude its plans would alleviate substantial doubt. The post This $163M crypto stash collapsed to just $15M, forcing ZeroStack to literally stake its survival on token rewards appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/3/2026, 12:55:13 AM
US CENTCOM escalates Iran strikes as crypto markets bleed over $350M in liquidations
Escalating US-Iran tensions heighten geopolitical risks, impacting crypto markets and signaling potential for increased global economic volatility. The post US CENTCOM escalates Iran strikes as crypto markets bleed over $350M in liquidations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 12:44:14 AM
Bitgo CEO Funds 100 BTC Wallet, Dares Anthropic’s AI to Steal It
Bitgo Chief Executive Officer Mike Belshe turned one of artificial intelligence’s biggest security debates into a public bitcoin challenge by placing 100 BTC, worth roughly $6.3 million at the time, into a publicly known wallet and inviting Anthropic’s Claude models to steal it. The move followed Anthropic’s disclosure that several of its AI...
By Jamie Redman 8/3/2026, 12:32:38 AM
Goldman’s top derivatives trader warns bulls that market flows tell a different story
Market optimism may be misleading as underlying trading flows suggest potential volatility, impacting both equities and correlated crypto markets. The post Goldman’s top derivatives trader warns bulls that market flows tell a different story appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 12:29:23 AM
Japan deploys $59B yen intervention and eyes Fed repo facility as yen volatility spikes
Japan's intervention highlights the geopolitical and economic complexities of currency management, impacting global markets and U.S.-Japan relations. The post Japan deploys $59B yen intervention and eyes Fed repo facility as yen volatility spikes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 12:21:55 AM
Analyst opinions on CXMT polarized amid memory chip volatility
CXMT's volatile debut highlights geopolitical risks and market recalibrations, impacting global semiconductor strategies and investor confidence. The post Analyst opinions on CXMT polarized amid memory chip volatility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 12:21:14 AM
Japan’s top currency diplomat stays silent on Trump’s forex intervention remarks
Japan's diplomatic silence amid forex tensions underscores the delicate balance of international currency relations and market stability efforts. The post Japan’s top currency diplomat stays silent on Trump’s forex intervention remarks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 12:18:19 AM
Trump announces talks with Iran, no deadline set for agreement
The open-ended talks could lead to prolonged negotiations, affecting global markets and regional stability, with no immediate resolution in sight. The post Trump announces talks with Iran, no deadline set for agreement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/3/2026, 12:09:53 AM
US Treasury faces limits on currency intervention capacity, JPMorgan warns
Limited US Treasury intervention capacity may weaken market confidence, impacting global forex stability and future currency strategies. The post US Treasury faces limits on currency intervention capacity, JPMorgan warns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 12:09:17 AM
Central banks boost gold purchases to 289 tonnes in Q2 2026
Increased central bank gold purchases could drive up gold prices, impacting global markets and reflecting economic and geopolitical uncertainties. The post Central banks boost gold purchases to 289 tonnes in Q2 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/3/2026, 12:07:27 AM
Japan and US currency intervention raises the stakes for yen traders
The intervention signals a shift in currency market dynamics, increasing volatility and impacting global financial strategies and risk assessments. The post Japan and US currency intervention raises the stakes for yen traders appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/3/2026, 12:05:30 AM
XRP, Bitcoin (BTC), Cardano (ADA) and Solana (SOL) Price Analysis for August 3: Bullish Wind Blows on Cryptocurrency Market
Some outsiders of the cryptocurrency market are unexpectedly gaining traction.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/3/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Morgan Stanley upgrades South Korean stocks to overweight, betting on AI and industrial recovery
Morgan Stanley's upgrade signals potential growth in South Korean equities, impacting global AI and crypto markets through industrial recovery. The post Morgan Stanley upgrades South Korean stocks to overweight, betting on AI and industrial recovery appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/2/2026, 11:58:58 PM
PayPal Betting Big on Stablecoins After Disclosing Q2 Results
PayPal processed a record $486.4 billion in payments during the second quarter and created a dedicated crypto division as it expands its digital asset strategy.
By Jose Oramas 8/2/2026, 11:49:39 PM
After 3 reverse stock splits and a $13.5M loss, this real estate firm bet $8M on crypto it may not be allowed to withdraw
The full balance is restricted, while scoped liens and token rights leave its freely usable share undisclosed. The post After 3 reverse stock splits and a $13.5M loss, this real estate firm bet $8M on crypto it may not be allowed to withdraw appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/2/2026, 11:45:18 PM
Israelis seek shelters, cancel vacations amid Trump’s Iran policy shifts
The instability in U.S. foreign policy heightens regional tensions, threatening the fragile ceasefire and increasing the risk of conflict escalation. The post Israelis seek shelters, cancel vacations amid Trump’s Iran policy shifts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/2/2026, 11:45:04 PM
Trump shifts to diplomacy with Iran amid military threats
Trump's diplomatic shift with Iran could reshape regional dynamics and influence future US-Iran relations, impacting global market expectations. The post Trump shifts to diplomacy with Iran amid military threats appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/2/2026, 11:44:24 PM
Coldcard exploit sparks Bitcoin flight, ‘bullish’ crypto consolidation: Hodler’s Digest, August 2
The “sickening” loss of $90 million of Bitcoin from cold storage weighs heavily on sentiment, as the Clarity Act stalls with just five days left to hold a Senate vote.
By Andrew Fenton 8/2/2026, 11:44:04 PM
UK faces recession risk if Strait of Hormuz remains closed
The UK's economic vulnerability to energy import disruptions highlights the broader risks of geopolitical tensions on global markets. The post UK faces recession risk if Strait of Hormuz remains closed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/2/2026, 11:42:15 PM
Japan’s finance minister goes quiet on forex intervention, leaving yen traders guessing until Friday
Japan's silence on forex intervention creates uncertainty, impacting global markets and highlighting policy divergence with the US Federal Reserve. The post Japan’s finance minister goes quiet on forex intervention, leaving yen traders guessing until Friday appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/2/2026, 11:37:11 PM
Samson Mow Shares 5 Urgent Steps for Coldcard Users Facing Losses
Bitcoin advocate Samson Mow outlined five immediate actions for users affected by the Coldcard wallet losses following the disclosure of a random number generator vulnerability. His recommendations focus on preserving evidence, reporting thefts, avoiding recovery scams, and documenting information that could support ownership claims. Samson Mow...
By Kevin Helms 8/2/2026, 11:30:06 PM
Senator Scott doubts success of new US-Iran talks amid military tensions
Senator Scott's skepticism highlights the persistent reliance on military deterrence, complicating diplomatic resolutions and regional stability. The post Senator Scott doubts success of new US-Iran talks amid military tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/2/2026, 11:29:21 PM