Iran and France discuss diplomatic solutions to US-Israeli conflict with Iran
The Iran-France talks highlight Europe's role in regional diplomacy, but US absence limits immediate conflict resolution prospects. The post Iran and France discuss diplomatic solutions to US-Israeli conflict with Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 9:15:01 AM
Trump threatens US troop reduction in Italy, Spain over Iran disagreements
Trump's troop reduction threats could strain NATO unity, signaling potential shifts in US foreign policy and alliance commitments. The post Trump threatens US troop reduction in Italy, Spain over Iran disagreements appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 9:12:58 AM
Crypto market hit by $560M in liquidations amid US-Iran tensions
Geopolitical tensions are amplifying market volatility, undermining investor confidence and complicating the achievement of crypto price targets. The post Crypto market hit by $560M in liquidations amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 9:02:06 AM
Trump’s Crypto Venture Raised Millions From Undisclosed WLFI Token Sale, Report Reveals
World Liberty Financial, the Trump family’s main crypto venture, is facing renewed scrutiny after a recent report revealed that the project quietly sold billions of WLFI tokens to private investors. Related Reading: Global Crypto Pig-Butchering Crackdown: US, UAE, And China Bust 9 Scam Centers World Liberty Back In The Spotlight On Friday, a...
By Rubmar Garcia 5/2/2026, 9:00:28 AM
UAE to exit OPEC, increase oil production amid geopolitical tensions
The UAE's OPEC exit could disrupt global oil market dynamics, challenging OPEC+ cohesion and potentially altering future pricing strategies. The post UAE to exit OPEC, increase oil production amid geopolitical tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 8:59:59 AM
XRP Could Lead the Tokenization Boom, Says Evernorth CEO
The post XRP Could Lead the Tokenization Boom, Says Evernorth CEO appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The tokenization narrative is picking up serious momentum, and now industry insiders are starting to say the quiet part out loud. At a recent interview at the XRP Las Vegas event in May 2026, Evernorth CEO Asheesh Birla shared a bold take:...
By Debashree Patra 5/2/2026, 8:45:30 AM
BlackRock clients sell $54.7M Bitcoin amid Middle East ceasefire
The Bitcoin sell-off by BlackRock clients highlights the cryptocurrency's vulnerability to geopolitical shifts, impacting its role as a risk hedge. The post BlackRock clients sell $54.7M Bitcoin amid Middle East ceasefire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 8:43:14 AM
Paolo Ardoino Drives $1.04B Profit for Tether as Reserves Climb to $8.23B in Q1
Tether posted over $1 billion in profit for the first quarter of 2026, with excess reserves reaching a record $8.23 billion. The stablecoin issuer continues to anchor its backing in U.S. Treasuries while expanding into gold and bitcoin. Key Takeaways: Tether posted $1.04B profit in Q1 2026, with reserves hitting a record $8.23B. Tether holds […]
By Emmanuel Musa 5/2/2026, 8:30:20 AM
Pi Network News: Node Operators Have Until May 15 For Protocol 23 Upgrade
The post Pi Network News: Node Operators Have Until May 15 For Protocol 23 Upgrade appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Pi Network Core Team has officially announced a major Mainnet upgrade, requiring all node operators worldwide to migrate to Protocol 23 before the May 15 deadline. This new protocol is expected to improve the Pi Network...
By Rizwan Ansari 5/2/2026, 8:25:48 AM
Iran’s internet blackout enters tenth week amid ongoing conflict
The prolonged internet blackout in Iran highlights regime instability, affecting market perceptions and signaling potential shifts in power dynamics. The post Iran’s internet blackout enters tenth week amid ongoing conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 8:23:57 AM
US approves $8.6B arms package for Israel, Qatar amid rising tensions
The arms package approval may escalate regional tensions, impacting oil prices and reducing prospects for US-Iran diplomatic engagement. The post US approves $8.6B arms package for Israel, Qatar amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 8:18:19 AM
US pushes Aoun-Netanyahu meeting for Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon
The US-brokered meeting could reshape regional dynamics, impacting stability and power balances amid cautious market optimism. The post US pushes Aoun-Netanyahu meeting for Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 8:15:37 AM
Ayni Gold vs Tether Gold (XAUT): Two Approaches to On-Chain Gold
How Tether Gold (XAUT) compares to Ayni Gold in 2026. Two on-chain gold tokens, two different exposures, where each model fits a portfolio.
By Crypto Daily 5/2/2026, 8:14:58 AM
Iran-backed militias attack US-UK base in Iraq 28 times before ceasefire
The repeated attacks highlight escalating US-Iran tensions, potentially increasing the risk of broader regional conflict and military escalation. The post Iran-backed militias attack US-UK base in Iraq 28 times before ceasefire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 8:11:43 AM
How Outset Media Index Helps to Build a Media Database for Tech and Finance
Media database for tech and finance explained: how Outset Media Index structures 340+ outlets using 37 metrics to support data-driven media selection.
By Crypto Daily 5/2/2026, 8:08:50 AM
Ethereum Foundation sells another 10,000 ETH to BitMine in third OTC deal
The Ethereum Foundation has now sold roughly $47 million worth of ETH to BitMine in a week, drawing fresh criticism over the pace and scale of its sales.
By Amin Haqshanas 5/2/2026, 8:03:06 AM
How to Earn Coverage in Crypto Tier-1 Publications Without a Paid Placement
Earned tier-1 crypto coverage requires project readiness more than pitching skill. The structural signals editors actually look for, and the discipline that produces compounding visibility.
By Crypto Daily 5/2/2026, 8:02:51 AM
Bitcoin’s next breakout will depend on whether investors treat $80K as relief, resistance, or the start of a new recovery
Bitcoin headed into the Federal Reserve's rate decision this week after failing to cleanly reclaim $80,000, with the institutional bid that fueled its April recovery now visibly softening. Spot ETF flows have been volatile, the price is sitting below the on-chain levels that define whether recent buyers are profitable, and Jerome Powell's press...
By Andjela Radmilac 5/2/2026, 8:00:52 AM
DSA Addresses the Future of Payments at PayCLT Webinar and AI and Blockchain Conference at Cornell Tech
This sponsored press release was provided by DSA and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Washington, D.C., May 2nd, 2026 — The Digital Sovereignty Alliance (DSA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing clear and ethical public...
By Media 5/2/2026, 8:00:19 AM
US CLARITY Act Moves Closer To Law After Surprise Stablecoin Yield Update
Prediction market traders on Polymarket put the odds of the CLARITY Act becoming law in 2026 at 55% — a jump of nine percentage points in a single day — after two US senators released final language settling one of the bill’s most contested disputes. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Defenders Launch ‘Evidence Base’ In Battle Against FUD Banks Got...
By Christian Encila 5/2/2026, 8:00:06 AM
Best Licensed Crypto Sportsbooks for FIFA World Cup 2026
Best licensed crypto sportsbooks for FIFA World Cup 2026. Compare platforms by KYC policy, crypto support, payouts, and betting features.
By Crypto Daily 5/2/2026, 7:58:10 AM
WLFI Sells 5.9B Tokens; 80% Remain Locked
The post WLFI Sells 5.9B Tokens; 80% Remain Locked appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News World Liberty Financial has sold an additional 5.9 billion WLFI tokens to private investors, adding to more than 550 million dollars already raised. At the same time, about 80 percent of early investor holdings remain locked, preventing exits. Reports...
By Sohrab Khawas 5/2/2026, 7:55:12 AM
Pentagon pushes AI-first strategy, boosting Anthropic Mythos prospects
The Pentagon's AI-first strategy could accelerate military AI integration, raising ethical concerns and boosting private sector collaborations. The post Pentagon pushes AI-first strategy, boosting Anthropic Mythos prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:48:57 AM
Bitcoin forecasted to drop to $59,000 amid geopolitical tensions: Kalshi
Geopolitical tensions and macroeconomic uncertainties may lead to increased risk aversion, affecting crypto market sentiment and stability. The post Bitcoin forecasted to drop to $59,000 amid geopolitical tensions: Kalshi appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:41:13 AM
Russian attack on Kherson bus kills two, complicates ceasefire prospects
The attack exacerbates regional instability, diminishing ceasefire prospects and complicating diplomatic efforts for peace negotiations. The post Russian attack on Kherson bus kills two, complicates ceasefire prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:38:29 AM
Trump rejects Iran peace proposal, reinforcing US-Iran diplomatic stalemate
The rejection perpetuates geopolitical tensions, hindering diplomatic progress and impacting market perceptions of US-Iran relations. The post Trump rejects Iran peace proposal, reinforcing US-Iran diplomatic stalemate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:36:11 AM
Dormant Wallets Hit: $800K in Ethereum Drained
The post Dormant Wallets Hit: $800K in Ethereum Drained appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News More than 500 long-inactive Ethereum wallets were suddenly compromised, resulting in losses of around $800K. Attackers moved over 260 ETH ($600K) to a flagged address before routing 324 ETH through THORChain, suggesting an attempt to obscure funds. The...
By Sohrab Khawas 5/2/2026, 7:36:11 AM
XRP at a Breaking Point: Crash to $1 or Rally to $1.8 Next?
Here's why XRP's prolonged consolidation phase could end soon.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/2/2026, 7:35:35 AM
Iran declares Hormuz non-negotiable amid US tensions
Iran's firm stance on Hormuz heightens geopolitical tensions, complicating diplomatic resolutions and potentially driving up global oil prices. The post Iran declares Hormuz non-negotiable amid US tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:35:05 AM
Trump announces US troop withdrawal from Germany amid Iran tensions
The US troop withdrawal signals a strategic shift, potentially reducing military tensions and altering NATO dynamics amid global uncertainties. The post Trump announces US troop withdrawal from Germany amid Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:33:52 AM
Iranian hardliners tighten grip, reducing odds of regime change
The strengthened control by Iranian hardliners suggests a more stable regime, reducing the likelihood of significant political change. The post Iranian hardliners tighten grip, reducing odds of regime change appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:31:26 AM
Bitcoin ETF Inflows Surge as BlackRock Adds $284M in One Day
The post Bitcoin ETF Inflows Surge as BlackRock Adds $284M in One Day appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin is quietly pulling big money back into the market as institutional investors increase exposure through spot Bitcoin ETFs. Asset management giant BlackRock is leading the latest wave of inflows, showing renewed confidence in...
By Debashree Patra 5/2/2026, 7:29:25 AM
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz amid US tensions, risking global oil supply disruption
The closure heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially destabilizing energy markets and prompting global economic repercussions. The post Iran closes Strait of Hormuz amid US tensions, risking global oil supply disruption appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:28:24 AM
Bitcoin surpasses $78,000 as Senate clears Clarity Act, boosting regulatory clarity
The Senate's Clarity Act boosts confidence in digital assets, potentially stabilizing Bitcoin's regulatory environment and fostering growth. The post Bitcoin surpasses $78,000 as Senate clears Clarity Act, boosting regulatory clarity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:23:14 AM
China urges UN to reconsider UNIFIL withdrawal amid Lebanon conflict
China's appeal highlights the potential for prolonged instability in Lebanon, affecting regional security and delaying peace efforts. The post China urges UN to reconsider UNIFIL withdrawal amid Lebanon conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:21:24 AM
US-Israel airstrikes on Iran escalate tensions amid regime instability
The escalating US-Israel airstrikes on Iran could destabilize the region, increasing the risk of regime change and impacting global markets. The post US-Israel airstrikes on Iran escalate tensions amid regime instability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 7:19:30 AM
Arbitrum News: DAO Moves To Unlock $71M ETH – What It Means for ARB Price?
The post Arbitrum News: DAO Moves To Unlock $71M ETH – What It Means for ARB Price? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Arbitrum is back in focus as a major governance proposal seeks to unlock over $70 million worth of ETH to support its DeFi ecosystem. The move comes at a time when ARB price is stabilizing after a prolonged downtrend,...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 5/2/2026, 7:10:23 AM
Nansen Predicts AI Agent Dominance by 2028
Blockchain analytics firm Nansen has predicted that by 2028, the default way most people invest will not be through picking tokens or reading charts but through autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) agents operating on their behalf. Key Takeaways: Nansen predicts billions of AI agents will become the default crypto investment vehicle by 2028....
By Shiraz Jagati 5/2/2026, 7:05:37 AM
Scammers Impersonating Bank of America Steal $41,000 From Customer – Now He’s at Risk of Losing His Home: Report
An elderly man is at risk of losing his home after scammers impersonating Bank of America managed to empty his account. Military veteran and 82-year-old Richard Runyan says fraudsters masquerading as BofA representatives gave him a call and warned him that his account was flashing suspicious activity, reports the ABC-affiliated KIII-TV. Runyan...
By Henry Kanapi 5/2/2026, 7:04:59 AM
Tether Releases Q1 Figures: $1 Billion Profit, And USDT At Record Circulation
Tether has released its first-quarter (Q1) 2026 attestation report, audited by BDO, a “top-five” global independent accounting firm. The report highlights what the company describes as continued momentum for the stablecoin issuer, including major financial figures and details on its reserve positioning. Inside Tether’s Reserves In the report,...
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/2/2026, 7:00:31 AM
Huawei AI chip sales surge as Nvidia faces China market challenges
Huawei's AI chip sales surge highlights China's shift towards tech self-reliance, challenging Nvidia's market dominance amid geopolitical tensions. The post Huawei AI chip sales surge as Nvidia faces China market challenges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 6:54:01 AM
Strait of Hormuz closure reroutes shipping, boosts Panama Canal costs
The closure's impact on shipping routes and costs may exacerbate global trade tensions and contribute to rising oil prices, affecting economies. The post Strait of Hormuz closure reroutes shipping, boosts Panama Canal costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 6:52:29 AM
Venezuela signs $2B oil MoUs with US firms amid supply shift
The MoUs could reshape global oil dynamics, potentially affecting geopolitical alliances and market stability amid shifting supply routes. The post Venezuela signs $2B oil MoUs with US firms amid supply shift appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 6:50:39 AM
Bitcoin above $78,000 as Senate clears Clarity Act yield hurdle, S&P 500 sets new record
Bitcoin recovered from a midweek dip to $75,500 to climb back above $78,000 by Saturday morning in Asia, with the Senate's stablecoin yield compromise removing a key roadblock to crypto market structure legislation.
By Shaurya Malwa 5/2/2026, 6:49:39 AM
Trump criticizes US Navy’s Iranian port blockade as ‘piracy’ amid tensions
Internal US divisions and international condemnation could hinder diplomatic resolutions, escalating tensions and impacting global markets. The post Trump criticizes US Navy’s Iranian port blockade as ‘piracy’ amid tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 6:48:27 AM
Iranian attacks on US bases in Kuwait escalate military tensions
Escalating tensions may prompt increased US military actions, impacting regional stability and influencing global market perceptions. The post Iranian attacks on US bases in Kuwait escalate military tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 6:45:49 AM
New Bitcoin quantum proposal offers Satoshi Nakamoto a way to prove control without moving BTC
A new design proposed by venture fund Paradigm would let holders privately timestamp proof that they control vulnerable keys before quantum computers arrive, creating a possible rescue path if Bitcoin ever sunsets old addresses.
By Shaurya Malwa 5/2/2026, 6:24:06 AM
Trump favors no Iran deal as US military presence increases
Heightened US-Iran tensions and military buildup reduce chances of diplomatic resolutions, increasing risks of prolonged conflict. The post Trump favors no Iran deal as US military presence increases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 6:16:53 AM
Israeli forces conduct 41 attacks in Lebanon, killing 23 amid ongoing conflict
The ongoing conflict and military actions suggest a prolonged Israeli presence in Lebanon, impacting regional stability and humanitarian conditions. The post Israeli forces conduct 41 attacks in Lebanon, killing 23 amid ongoing conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/2/2026, 6:12:01 AM
Bitcoin doesn’t need a fresh narrative to reclaim $100K: Analyst
With attention spilling into multiple other technology sectors, crypto may struggle to capture a strong, price-driving narrative, a crypto analyst says.
By Ciaran Lyons 5/2/2026, 6:11:22 AM