Trump crypto portfolio sees trading volume spike amid new lawsuit
World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a decentralized finance protocol affiliated with the Trump family, has filed a defamation lawsuit against TRON … Continue reading The post Trump crypto portfolio sees trading volume spike amid new lawsuit appeared first on Finbold.
By Marko 5/4/2026, 2:31:19 PM
Ripple Execs Are Firing Back And XRP Investors Could Be In For A Good Time
Ripple executives Brad Garlinghouse and David Schwartz have addressed recent claims made by Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson on the CLARITY Act and XRP. The CEO reiterated his company’s commitment to the XRP community and suggested that the community could benefit when the company finally goes public. Former Ripple CTO Comments On CLARITY Act...
By Scott Matherson 5/4/2026, 2:30:31 PM
Stani Kulechov: The recent bridge exploit posed an existential threat to DeFi, immediate collaboration is essential for recovery, and restoring confidence is more impactful than individual protocol performance | Empire
DeFi's resilience and collaboration are crucial to preventing a crisis worse than the FTX collapse. The post Stani Kulechov: The recent bridge exploit posed an existential threat to DeFi, immediate collaboration is essential for recovery, and restoring confidence is more impactful than individual protocol performance | Empire appeared first on...
By Editorial Team 5/4/2026, 2:29:28 PM
Israel-Hezbollah conflict escalates, impacting withdrawal prospects
The escalating conflict reduces the likelihood of Israeli withdrawal, signaling prolonged instability and impacting regional security dynamics. The post Israel-Hezbollah conflict escalates, impacting withdrawal prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 2:29:08 PM
Iran missile strike heightens Bitcoin volatility amid geopolitical tensions
Geopolitical tensions may drive increased Bitcoin volatility, impacting investor confidence and market stability amid uncertain global dynamics. The post Iran missile strike heightens Bitcoin volatility amid geopolitical tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 2:25:54 PM
Binance Launches Huge Star-Studded Virtual Event On May 13
From behind the scenes to center stage: the globe's leading crypto exchange is setting up a big-time online crypto conference. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 5/4/2026, 2:25:00 PM
Strategy raises $82M for Bitcoin purchase amid geopolitical tensions
MicroStrategy's Bitcoin acquisition amid geopolitical tensions underscores Bitcoin's rising role in global finance and institutional adoption. The post Strategy raises $82M for Bitcoin purchase amid geopolitical tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 2:23:30 PM
Tom Lee says 'crypto spring' started as largest Ethereum treasury buys $238 million in ether
Bitmine's latest ETH purchase comes as Lee cited progress on digital asset regulation CLARITY Act as a key catalyst for crypto markets.
By Krisztian Sandor 5/4/2026, 2:23:18 PM
DeLorean Takes Its Iconic IP to Solana
For decades, the DeLorean has meant something. It’s a car, yes — but it’s also a symbol. Of the future. Of rebellion. Of the idea that something ordinary could become extraordinary. With its gullwing doors and its permanent place in pop culture, the DeLorean has always belonged to the culture more than to any single […]
By PR DESK 5/4/2026, 2:21:07 PM
Bitcoin surges past $80K amid US-Iran de-escalation, easing macro risks
Bitcoin's surge reflects reduced geopolitical risks and increased market confidence, potentially influencing future regulatory and economic dynamics. The post Bitcoin surges past $80K amid US-Iran de-escalation, easing macro risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 2:19:33 PM
Orbs Launches SPOT, a DeFi Trading Interface Built for AI Agents
Orbs has introduced a new decentralized finance (DeFi) trading interface designed not for human users, but for autonomous AI agents. … Continue reading The post Orbs Launches SPOT, a DeFi Trading Interface Built for AI Agents appeared first on Finbold.
By Diana Paluteder 5/4/2026, 2:14:47 PM
Bitcoin in ‘disbelief rally’ as traders spot $84K BTC price target
Bitcoin’s rally on Monday pushed it above $80,000 for the first time since January as analysts say BTC price could rise further to fill the futures gap at $84,000 in the short term.
By Nancy Lubale 5/4/2026, 2:08:41 PM
Tether Mints 5 Billion USDT in Two Weeks as Liquidity Signal Builds Alongside Bitcoin Rally
Tether has minted 5 billion USDT across Ethereum and Tron over the past two weeks, including a fresh 1 billion USDT issuance, in a liquidity injection that analysts read as a bullish demand signal for the broader crypto market. Key Takeaways: Tether minted 5B USDT in two weeks, including 1B USDT on Tron on May […]
By Shiraz Jagati 5/4/2026, 2:05:00 PM
A16z Advocates Rebranding Stablecoins as Digital Payment Infrastructure
Robert Hacket, an a16z crypto executive, stated that stablecoins have outgrown the meaning of their original label in recent years.
By Aliyu Pokima 5/4/2026, 2:04:25 PM
DeLorean Brings Its Iconic IP to Solana
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By Chainwire 5/4/2026, 2:04:19 PM
Coinbase’s Ethereum Layer 2, Base to Upgrade to Zero-Knowledge Proofs via SP1
Base Chain to add ZK Proofs with Succinct's SP1 zero-knowledge virtual machine.
By Chayanika Deka 5/4/2026, 2:00:46 PM
Strategy pauses Bitcoin purchase, plans to resume next week
MicroStrategy's temporary pause in Bitcoin purchases highlights the firm's unwavering commitment to its long-term crypto strategy. The post Strategy pauses Bitcoin purchase, plans to resume next week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 2:00:45 PM
CLARITY Act markup could come next week after stablecoin deal breakthrough
The CLARITY Act is moving toward its next procedural test after Senate negotiators released compromise language on stablecoin rewards last week, raising expectations that the Senate Banking Committee could take up the measure as soon as the week of May 11. Alex Thorn, head of research at Galaxy Digital, said the release of text from […] The post...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 5/4/2026, 2:00:27 PM
Solana Strategies buys privacy-focused cross-chain aggregator HoudiniSwap for $18M
SOL Strategies is acquiring privacy-focused cross-chain aggregator HoudiniSwap for $18M in cash, notes, and stock as it builds an institutional Solana treasury and routing stack. According to reporting from The Block, SOL Strategies has signed a definitive agreement to acquire HoudiniSwap…
By Andrew Folkler 5/4/2026, 2:00:00 PM
Binance is launching a withdrawal lock to help deter crypto wrench attacks
The lock is meant to protect users from being forced into withdrawing their funds, though it's an internal policy and not a cryptographic lock.
By Francisco Rodrigues 5/4/2026, 2:00:00 PM
$8 BILLION GONE: Crypto Whale Wiped Out in Brutal Liquidation Cascade
A HyperUnit crypto whale’s total assets have dropped from around $10 billion to just $2 billion over the years, according to data from crypto intelligence website Arkham.
By Talha Arshad 5/4/2026, 1:58:56 PM
PUMP Technical Analysis Report – 4th May 2026
PUMP: The PUMP crypto asset is the official utility coin of the pump.fun coin launch platform and the swap.pump.fun automated market maker (AMM) protocol (together, the “Pump.Fun Protocols”). The PUMP crypto asset is not required to utilize the Pump.Fun Protocols, which remain permissionless. Holders of the PUMP crypto asset may choose to...
By N/A 5/4/2026, 1:57:08 PM
Strategy (MSTR) Pauses Bitcoin Buys Ahead of Earnings, Stock Jumps Over 10% in 2 Days
Bitcoin Magazine Strategy (MSTR) Pauses Bitcoin Buys Ahead of Earnings, Stock Jumps Over 10% in 2 Days Strategy paused its weekly bitcoin buys ahead of earnings as investors zero in on losses and the durability of its capital-raising machine. This post Strategy (MSTR) Pauses Bitcoin Buys Ahead of Earnings, Stock Jumps Over 10% in 2 Days first...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/4/2026, 1:55:34 PM
Bitcoin Surpasses the $80,000 Mark—Market Sentiment Soars, btcecosystem Enters a Frenzy, with Daily Earnings Reaching Up to $6,200.
Cloud mining is reshaping how people access Bitcoin earnings, removing the need for expensive hardware or technical expertise. Platforms like Btcecosystem aim to simplify entry with automated systems, flexible contracts, and daily payout visibility. As interest in crypto grows in 2026, this model is attracting users looking for more accessible...
By Domas Ziemininkas 5/4/2026, 1:53:29 PM
TAG Price 350% Surge Turns Heads, But Risks Loom
The post TAG Price 350% Surge Turns Heads, But Risks Loom appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News TAG price had a mesmerizing clean breakout rally this week. After months stuck in a tight $0.0003200 to $0.0009700 range, TAG finally snapped out of its cage, ripping all the way to $0.0022000. That’s not just any ordinary rally, it’s a full-blown...
By Yash Jain 5/4/2026, 1:50:20 PM
Risk Management Strategies Every Crypto Trader Must Know
The post Risk Management Strategies Every Crypto Trader Must Know appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News If you ask a hundred crypto traders what separates those who last from those who disappear, the answer comes back the same almost every time. It is not the entries. It is not the indicators. It is not access to some secret signal group. It is...
By PR Manager 5/4/2026, 1:49:10 PM
Ethereum Foundation Sells $47M ETH to BitMine Amid Staking Pullback
Ethereum Foundation sold 10K ETH OTC (~$23M) in the latest of three deals to BitMine, totaling $47M last…
By Harsh Chauhan 5/4/2026, 1:42:24 PM
Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ boosts oil prices amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to prolonged global trade disruptions and increased market volatility. The post Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ boosts oil prices amid Strait of Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 1:41:06 PM
Iran tensions push Brent crude to highest since March 2022 at $126.4
Rising oil prices due to US-Iran tensions could strain oil-dependent economies, impacting global markets and economic stability. The post Iran tensions push Brent crude to highest since March 2022 at $126.4 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 1:38:36 PM
SEC delays prediction market ETFs over mechanics and risk concerns: Report
The regulator reportedly requested more information from Roundhill, GraniteShares and Bitwise about how the event contract funds would work.
By Helen Partz 5/4/2026, 1:35:00 PM
DeFi Hash: A New Opportunity for Cryptocurrency Holders
The post DeFi Hash: A New Opportunity for Cryptocurrency Holders appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News In today’s rapidly changing cryptocurrency market, a growing number of investors are focusing on a core question: how to earn additional returns while holding assets? To meet this need, a brand-new service model has emerged – mining services...
By PR Manager 5/4/2026, 1:34:29 PM
Barclays predicts no Fed rate cuts until 2027 amid inflation, oil price concerns
Prolonged high interest rates could dampen economic growth, affecting investment and consumer spending amid persistent inflation and geopolitical tensions. The post Barclays predicts no Fed rate cuts until 2027 amid inflation, oil price concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 1:34:17 PM
NATO deterrence bolstered as German minister affirms strong defense posture
NATO's enhanced deterrence may stabilize European security, reducing conflict escalation risks and influencing geopolitical market perceptions. The post NATO deterrence bolstered as German minister affirms strong defense posture appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 1:31:44 PM
Bitcoin Tests Crucial $80,000 Resistance: One Move Could Change Everything
Bitcoin is once again pressing against the pivotal $80,000 resistance, a level that has repeatedly capped upside attempts in recent price action. The market now finds itself at a decisive moment, where a confirmed breakout could ignite fresh bullish momentum, while failure to push higher may trigger another wave of selling pressure. BTC Tests...
By Godspower Owie 5/4/2026, 1:30:45 PM
Iran blocks US warship entry, Brent crude jumps 5% amid rising tensions
Rising US-Iran tensions could lead to increased volatility in global energy markets, impacting oil supply routes and investor sentiment. The post Iran blocks US warship entry, Brent crude jumps 5% amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 1:25:40 PM
Trump-affiliated World Liberty sues Justin Sun for 'defamation' after Tron creator's lawsuit
World Liberty alleged that Sun engaged in short-selling, straw purchases and defamation.
By Nikhilesh De 5/4/2026, 1:25:16 PM
SHIB Expands With 24,000 New Wallets While Whales Hold Firm
Shiba Inu lately saw one of its strongest daily wallet growth in weeks, while holder addresses continue to increase.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 5/4/2026, 1:22:41 PM
BJP leads in West Bengal, TVK gains in Tamil Nadu, impacting AITC prospects
The election outcomes could reshape India's political landscape, affecting national dominance and regional relations, especially with Bangladesh. The post BJP leads in West Bengal, TVK gains in Tamil Nadu, impacting AITC prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 1:22:18 PM
Bitcoin price eyes $96K as institutions absorb 500% of daily BTC supply
In past instances, BTC has averaged 24% gains in one month when institutional demand absorbed over 500% of the daily mined supply.
By Yashu Gola 5/4/2026, 1:21:59 PM
Strategy Hits Pause Button, but BitMine Keeps Buying Ethereum (ETH)
The company now holds almost 5.2 million ETH.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/4/2026, 1:21:56 PM
Western Union launches stablecoin on Solana, boosting institutional adoption
The launch signifies a pivotal shift towards blockchain in global payments, potentially enhancing Solana's market position and utility. The post Western Union launches stablecoin on Solana, boosting institutional adoption appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 1:20:03 PM
Most People Are Completely Misreading XRP Right Now, Says Long-Time Investor
A long-time XRP holder has argued that most investors are misinterpreting what’s really happening with XRP’s price and on-chain activity. In a recent post, Nepentia, who claims to have held XRP since 2017, pointed to exchange reserve trends as a key indicator that tells a very different story from overall sentiment. Visit Website
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 5/4/2026, 1:19:32 PM
US alters engagement rules, escalating tensions in Strait of Hormuz
Heightened military tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global trade and energy markets, increasing the risk of broader conflict. The post US alters engagement rules, escalating tensions in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 1:17:54 PM
World Liberty Financial sues Justin Sun over false token freeze accusations and straw purchases
This legal battle highlights the potential reputational and financial risks for crypto projects and influencers amid governance disputes. The post World Liberty Financial sues Justin Sun over false token freeze accusations and straw purchases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/4/2026, 1:17:39 PM
A beginner’s guide to AI
Brush up on the basics, from agentic to generative, before Consensus Miami 2026.
By Bailey Reutzel 5/4/2026, 1:16:12 PM
The Second-Largest XRP Holder is an Unknown Whale That Has Been Sitting Very Quietly
An unknown XRP whale, who controls large amounts of the token, is bringing renewed attention to the XRP distribution table. Notably, this unidentified whale is making the rounds for its large yet quiet XRP holdings. Visit Website
By Elendu Benedict 5/4/2026, 1:14:48 PM
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Bittensor (TAO) jumps 4.1% over the weekend
Chainlink (LINK), up 2.7% since Friday, was also a top performer.
By CoinDesk Indices 5/4/2026, 1:12:18 PM
Melania Trump adviser urges advertiser boycott over Kimmel’s controversial joke
The call for a boycott highlights the deepening political divide impacting media dynamics and advertiser decisions in the U.S. landscape. The post Melania Trump adviser urges advertiser boycott over Kimmel’s controversial joke appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/4/2026, 1:05:49 PM
A beginner’s guide to stablecoins
From pegs to reserves to regulation, here's what you need to know ahead of Consensus Miami 2026.
By Bailey Reutzel 5/4/2026, 1:05:07 PM
Bitmine adds 101,745 ETH as holdings hit 5.18m tokens
Bitmine added 101,745 ETH, lifting holdings to 5.18m tokens and $13.1B in crypto and cash as staked ETH reached $10.2B.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/4/2026, 1:04:59 PM