Federal Reserve admits supervisors saw Silicon Valley Bank’s problems and didn’t act fast enough
The Fed's oversight failure at SVB highlights the need for stricter regulatory frameworks to prevent future banking crises. The post Federal Reserve admits supervisors saw Silicon Valley Bank’s problems and didn’t act fast enough appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:40:33 PM
Ethereum Institutional backs plan to cut block times to 10 seconds
Ethereum Institutional has backed a proposal to cut Ethereum’s 12 second block time as developers consider bringing the first reduction to 10 seconds through the Hegotá upgrade. Ethereum Institutional said Friday that Ethereum needs to become faster as more financial…
By Rony Roy 9/18/2026, 1:39:32 PM
Federal Reserve finalizes reforms to bank stress testing framework
The reforms enhance transparency and stability, allowing banks to better plan capital allocation, potentially reducing systemic risk. The post Federal Reserve finalizes reforms to bank stress testing framework appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:35:29 PM
Apollo expects AI startups to seek debt financing earlier than previous tech companies
AI startups' early shift to debt financing signals a transformative trend in tech funding, emphasizing the capital-intensive nature of AI infrastructure. The post Apollo expects AI startups to seek debt financing earlier than previous tech companies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:35:21 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, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Bryan O'Shea 9/18/2026, 1:34:11 PM
WaterPlum infects 30,000 devices, steals data from 7,000 crypto wallets
The WaterPlum incident underscores the growing sophistication of state-sponsored cyber threats, highlighting vulnerabilities in global crypto security. The post WaterPlum infects 30,000 devices, steals data from 7,000 crypto wallets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:30:30 PM
Goldman Sachs says fears of US earnings bubble are misplaced
Goldman Sachs strategist Ben Snider argues S&P 500 profit growth reflects real AI-driven gains, not a bubble, projecting the index to reach The post Goldman Sachs says fears of US earnings bubble are misplaced appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:29:42 PM
Morpho launches stock-backed loans on Base, letting users borrow against tokenized Coinbase stocks
Morpho's stock-backed loans on Base could revolutionize DeFi by enhancing liquidity options and integrating traditional finance assets. The post Morpho launches stock-backed loans on Base, letting users borrow against tokenized Coinbase stocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:28:27 PM
Meta and Google are pouring billions into long-duration batteries to keep AI running
Investments in long-duration batteries by tech giants could revolutionize energy storage, enhancing grid reliability and supporting renewable energy. The post Meta and Google are pouring billions into long-duration batteries to keep AI running appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:26:49 PM
Researchers exploit OpenAI vulnerabilities using Anthropic’s AI: WSJ
The breach highlights critical security concerns that could undermine investor confidence and affect OpenAI's future market valuation. The post Researchers exploit OpenAI vulnerabilities using Anthropic’s AI: WSJ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 1:26:18 PM
Bankr brings crypto wallets and onchain financial activity to Meta’s Muse agents
Bankr, a financial infrastructure built for AI agents, has announced support for Meta’s Muse agents, enabling them to create and … Continue reading The post Bankr brings crypto wallets and onchain financial activity to Meta’s Muse agents appeared first on Finbold.
By Diana Paluteder 9/18/2026, 1:24:57 PM
Federal Reserve reports unchanged industrial production in August as manufacturing slips
Stagnant industrial production and rising rates may curb inflation but signal potential economic slowdown, impacting future growth prospects. The post Federal Reserve reports unchanged industrial production in August as manufacturing slips appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:21:19 PM
Bank of Japan Decision Could Rattle XRP Hard
A Bank of Japan interest-rate decision could create volatility across XRP and broader markets by accelerating the unwinding of yen-funded carry trades. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 9/18/2026, 1:20:00 PM
Nvidia, Alphabet, AMD secure 85% of 2027 HBM supply
The dominance of Nvidia, Alphabet, and AMD in HBM supply could exacerbate tech inequality, impacting innovation and consumer electronics costs. The post Nvidia, Alphabet, AMD secure 85% of 2027 HBM supply appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:18:42 PM
Ethereum Institutional backs Ethlabs’ proposal to reduce block times
The backing of EIP-8198 by Ethereum Institutional could enhance Ethereum's financial infrastructure appeal, fostering broader institutional adoption. The post Ethereum Institutional backs Ethlabs’ proposal to reduce block times appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:08:46 PM
Anthropic targets ~9.5 GW of compute capacity by end-2027
Anthropic's massive compute expansion could reshape AI infrastructure, driving innovation and competition while addressing global data needs. The post Anthropic targets ~9.5 GW of compute capacity by end-2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:08:02 PM
$100 for HYPE: Top Analyst Predicts Hyperliquid at 3-Digit Price Tag After All-Time High
Following a record ATH, Hyperliquid hits the top 10 as analyst Aksel Kibar predicts a 3-digit price tag.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 9/18/2026, 1:07:30 PM
Coinbase files to list first single stock perpetual futures in the US
Coinbase's move could revolutionize US trading by merging crypto's 24/7 dynamics with traditional equities, potentially increasing market volatility. The post Coinbase files to list first single stock perpetual futures in the US appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:06:58 PM
Column integrates USDC and USDT into core banking infrastructure for fintechs
Column's integration of stablecoins into its banking infrastructure could accelerate fintech innovation and stablecoin adoption globally. The post Column integrates USDC and USDT into core banking infrastructure for fintechs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:04:49 PM
Evernorth secures $30M from NH Investment for XRP purchases
Evernorth's $30M funding boost signals growing institutional interest in XRP, potentially reshaping its market dynamics and future valuation. The post Evernorth secures $30M from NH Investment for XRP purchases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 1:03:27 PM
CFTC Gives Passive Crypto Software Providers No-Action Relief for Regulated Derivatives Access
CFTC Letter 26-25 gives qualifying passive crypto software providers no-action relief from broker registration requirements, subject to conditions.
By Darnell Whitaker 9/18/2026, 1:01:03 PM
Visa and Mastercard Paying $167,500,000 To Settle ATM Surcharge Lawsuit – Here’s the Deadline for Submitting a Claim
Visa and Mastercard are paying $167.5 million to settle antitrust claims over non-bank ATM surcharges, with claims open through February 10th of 2027. The post Visa and Mastercard Paying $167,500,000 To Settle ATM Surcharge Lawsuit – Here’s the Deadline for Submitting a Claim appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/18/2026, 1:00:41 PM
Solana price tests upper Bollinger Band above $105
Solana price rose more than 4% on Sep. 18, reclaiming $105 in a derivatives-driven rebound, and a move above short-term resistance strengthened bullish momentum. Solana price action today According to data from crypto.news, Solana (SOL) price climbed from a daily…
By Rony Roy 9/18/2026, 1:00:00 PM
DHS’s predictive policing is unconstitutional, un-American and should be stopped
Targeting Americans based on what their spending habits can tell us about their politics is an abuse of our financial system, writes Coin Center’s Laz Pieper.
By Laz Pieper 9/18/2026, 1:00:00 PM
ECB President Christine Lagarde intervened to block Binance’s EU MiCA license: WSJ
Although the ECB holds no formal licensing authority under MiCA, high-level intervention led Greece to stall an application that regulators had previously deemed complete.
By Olivier Acuna 9/18/2026, 12:57:06 PM
Canada to join €90B Ukraine support loan, bypassing “Made in Europe” rule
Canada's involvement in Ukraine's support loan may heighten geopolitical tensions, reducing prospects for a ceasefire and impacting global diplomacy. The post Canada to join €90B Ukraine support loan, bypassing “Made in Europe” rule appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 12:55:57 PM
BABA Price Prediction: The Bounce Is Real, But the $119 Ceiling Is Watching
BABA has clawed back above its 20-day SMA after a post-earnings beatdown, trading at $111.74 with institutional sentiment skewed 74% long — but the SMA 50 at $119.21 looms as a hard wall. The bull ... (Read More)
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:55:17 PM
France probes Meta over misuse of smart glasses in harassment cases
The investigation highlights growing privacy concerns and regulatory challenges as wearable tech blurs boundaries in public spaces. The post France probes Meta over misuse of smart glasses in harassment cases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:55:03 PM
Harry Kane praises Lionel Messi’s humility after World Cup loss
Kane's admiration for Messi highlights sportsmanship's role in shaping legacy, emphasizing humility and respect over rivalry in football. The post Harry Kane praises Lionel Messi’s humility after World Cup loss appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:55:00 PM
1.6 Billion XRP Sent to Binance as Whale Activity Explodes to a Six-Month High
Large XRP holders are moving more tokens to Binance as 30-day whale inflows reach their highest level since March.
By Chayanika Deka 9/18/2026, 12:54:55 PM
Turkey moves to liquidate 131 investment funds amid Ponzi-like scheme concerns
The liquidation of these funds could undermine investor confidence, complicating Turkey's efforts to attract foreign capital and stabilize markets. The post Turkey moves to liquidate 131 investment funds amid Ponzi-like scheme concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:51:48 PM
Zcash ETF Plans 3-for-1 Split Weeks After $500M Milestone
Grayscale plans a 3-for-1 ZCSH share split after the Zcash ETF crossed $500 million in assets and launched options trading.
By Alexander Zdravkov 9/18/2026, 12:50:44 PM
Zcash targets November upgrade to make private payments up to three times faster
NU7 would reduce block times to 25 seconds while setting aside at least 60% of transaction fees to supplement mining rewards beginning in 2031.
By Shaurya Malwa 9/18/2026, 12:50:01 PM
XRP Ledger Hits 1.2 Billion in 24 Hours: Recovery Enabled
XRP Ledger payment volume has surged above 1.1 billion XRP, more than twice the 30-day average, as XRP attempts to recover from its latest decline.
By Arman Shirinyan 9/18/2026, 12:50:00 PM
NAVI’s Rhilech vows to prove doubters wrong ahead of Worlds
Rhilech's rise and NAVI's potential Worlds qualification could redefine the team's legacy and inspire future talent in competitive gaming. The post NAVI’s Rhilech vows to prove doubters wrong ahead of Worlds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:47:34 PM
NFLX Price Prediction: Bears Tighten Their Grip — $70 Support or Snap-Back to $78?
Netflix tokenized shares have cratered 4.57% to $73.27 in the past 24 hours, now sitting at the razor-thin edge of Bollinger Band support — a decisive break below $71.86 puts the $70 floor in play,... (Read More)
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:47:17 PM
JD Gaming defeats Team WE 3-1, advances to LPL Regional Finals lower bracket final
JDG's victory revives their World Championship dreams, highlighting the high stakes and intense competition in the LPL Regional Finals. The post JD Gaming defeats Team WE 3-1, advances to LPL Regional Finals lower bracket final appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:47:03 PM
SEC and CFTC bypass Congress to open crypto access after CLARITY fails – with a catch
Tokenized stocks and wallet-linked derivatives can launch under new relief, while durable rights and jurisdiction remain unresolved. The post SEC and CFTC bypass Congress to open crypto access after CLARITY fails – with a catch appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 9/18/2026, 12:46:01 PM
Anthropic reportedly told investors it is targeting a doubling of its AI compute capacity in 2027
Anthropic's expansion in AI compute capacity could intensify competition, potentially reshaping market dynamics and influencing AI innovation. The post Anthropic reportedly told investors it is targeting a doubling of its AI compute capacity in 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 12:45:28 PM
Ethereum Institutional signals support for Ethlabs’ motion to reduce Ethereum block times
The non-profit signaled support for reducing Ethereum block times, citing increasing institutional activity moving onto the smart-contract network.
By Zoltan Vardai 9/18/2026, 12:40:04 PM
US confirms space weapons deployment in direct warning to China and Russia
The US's space weapons deployment escalates global tensions, potentially triggering an arms race and redefining space as a war domain. The post US confirms space weapons deployment in direct warning to China and Russia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:40:02 PM
Mike Penders called up to Belgian national team for Nations League matches against Italy, France, and Turkey
Penders' call-up signals a generational shift in Belgian football, highlighting the need for fresh talent as the Golden Generation phases out. The post Mike Penders called up to Belgian national team for Nations League matches against Italy, France, and Turkey appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:39:26 PM
XRP Bears Hit a Wall after BoS, But Bearish Structure Remains Until This Level Clears
XRP bears are currently facing resistance on the back of the recent rebound, but chart data suggests the downtrend may not be over. XRP started the week under strong selling pressure after the U.S. Visit Website
By Mark Brennan 9/18/2026, 12:39:08 PM
AMD Price Prediction: Three Straight Days of Fury — Is $575 the Next Stop or a Bull Trap?
AMD is trading at $551.18 after a blistering +5.31% session, riding a pricing-power catalyst and surging semiconductor sentiment — but with the stock already breaching its upper Bollinger Band and ... (Read More)
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:38:17 PM
Onchain finance challenges Wall Street as tokenized assets cross $17B
Onchain finance's rise could redefine financial markets by enhancing efficiency and compliance, but it also introduces new legal and technical challenges. The post Onchain finance challenges Wall Street as tokenized assets cross $17B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:36:31 PM
Anthropic targets 5GW AI compute capacity by end of 2026: NY Times
Anthropic's expansion could redefine AI industry standards, intensifying competition and innovation among tech giants by 2026. The post Anthropic targets 5GW AI compute capacity by end of 2026: NY Times appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 12:35:10 PM
Tunica-Biloxi Tribe partners with Kalshi to launch prediction market app
The partnership may redefine tribal gaming dynamics, potentially influencing regulatory frameworks and economic diversification strategies. The post Tunica-Biloxi Tribe partners with Kalshi to launch prediction market app appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:32:20 PM
Traders adapt to low currency volatility as the new normal
Low currency volatility fosters carry trades and hedging benefits but may mask underlying risks, potentially leading to abrupt market shifts. The post Traders adapt to low currency volatility as the new normal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:30:40 PM
Ripple Price Forecast: XRP bulls battle to retain control amid growing whale inflows
Ripple (XRP) ticks up and trades above $1.32 on Friday. Bulls are slowly returning to the market as dust from this week’s macro crosswinds and regulatory headwinds settles.
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:30:00 PM
Can the XRP Ledger Lending Protocol Be Drained? Common Prefix Is Using Math to Find Out
Common Prefix is formally verifying the XRP Ledger Lending Protocol to mathematically prove that it cannot be drained, become insolvent, or break its rules. The work focuses on the Lending Protocol introduced through XLS-66. Visit Website
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 9/18/2026, 12:29:42 PM