Iran targets Israel, US infrastructure in response plan: Tasnim
Iran's focus on infrastructure in its strategic response plan heightens regional conflict complexity, impacting civilian and economic systems. The post Iran targets Israel, US infrastructure in response plan: Tasnim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 10:22:16 PM
Trump orders new US military offensive against Iran, could start this weekend
The escalation could destabilize regional geopolitics, impact global markets, and alter U.S. foreign policy dynamics significantly. The post Trump orders new US military offensive against Iran, could start this weekend appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 10:13:49 PM
Uniswap launches Earn with Morpho lending vaults
Uniswap has launched Earn, a self-custodial lending product that allows users to deposit USDC, USDT, and ETH into Morpho vaults without leaving its app. Uniswap Earn supports USDC, USDT and ETH Earn is available through the Uniswap Web App and…
By Lawrence Mondal 7/31/2026, 10:11:40 PM
Trump warns Iran conflict isn’t over, vows US will ‘win’ as talks fade
The ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions may hinder diplomatic resolutions, affecting future economic and geopolitical stability in the region. The post Trump warns Iran conflict isn’t over, vows US will ‘win’ as talks fade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 10:08:18 PM
Circle showcases Agent Stack at Agentic AI Summit, betting USDC becomes money for machines
Circle's push for USDC in AI transactions could redefine digital economies, enabling seamless, autonomous financial interactions globally. The post Circle showcases Agent Stack at Agentic AI Summit, betting USDC becomes money for machines appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:05:15 PM
Chainlink Whale Moves 800K LINK From Coinbase To Custody
On-chain data tracked through Arkham shows a Chainlink whale moving 800,000 LINK, worth roughly $6.8 million, from Coinbase into custody on July 30.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:05:00 PM
Citadel acquires $16B in public equities, averting AI stock fire sale
Citadel's acquisition highlights the growing systemic risks in AI-focused investments and the critical role of prime brokers in market stability. The post Citadel acquires $16B in public equities, averting AI stock fire sale appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:03:37 PM
Ross doubts Trump’s Iran strategy without clear objective amid military pressure
Market confidence may waver as skepticism over Trump's Iran strategy suggests prolonged conflict and uncertainty in regional stability. The post Ross doubts Trump’s Iran strategy without clear objective amid military pressure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 9:59:00 PM
Apple earnings decline while Amazon shares surge as AI trade reshapes Big Tech investing
AI-driven investment strategies are reshaping tech valuations, favoring firms with robust cloud infrastructure over traditional models. The post Apple earnings decline while Amazon shares surge as AI trade reshapes Big Tech investing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:58:51 PM
Pump.fun cut staff weeks before PUMP tokens vested: Report
Pump.fun reportedly dismissed employees shortly before their PUMP token grants were scheduled to vest, leaving at least one former worker without an allocation now valued at seven figures. Pump.fun layoffs preceded employee token vesting Pump.fun reduced its workforce in late…
By Lawrence Mondal 7/31/2026, 9:57:12 PM
Amazon completes $50B investment in OpenAI, reshaping the AI and cloud power map
Amazon's massive investment in OpenAI signals a shift towards centralized AI development, potentially sidelining decentralized alternatives. The post Amazon completes $50B investment in OpenAI, reshaping the AI and cloud power map appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:51:19 PM
Ondo Finance weighs a $500 million acquisition as tokenized securities cross $36 billion
The largest tokenized securities platform cleared its SEC probe, secured FINRA authorization, and put BlackRock’s IVV onchain. Now it is shopping for a target worth up to half a billion dollars while the market it helped build outgrows it. Ondo…
By Andrew Folkler 7/31/2026, 9:51:18 PM
Block traces COLDCARD attacker to blockchain services provider after $38M Bitcoin theft
The incident underscores the critical need for rigorous firmware testing and swift vulnerability disclosures to protect digital assets. The post Block traces COLDCARD attacker to blockchain services provider after $38M Bitcoin theft appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:48:44 PM
Is Cardano (ADA) Finally Shifting From Sell-Off to Accumulation?
Higher lows, whale accumulation, and continued ETF inflows are giving investors more reasons to keep an eye on the token.
By Chayanika Deka 7/31/2026, 9:44:02 PM
Oil price rises after Iran stops ships in Strait of Hormuz
Geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to sustained global oil supply disruptions, impacting economic stability worldwide. The post Oil price rises after Iran stops ships in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 9:42:33 PM
Google exempts sanctioned nations from Android developer verification, raising questions for crypto app distribution
Google's exemption for sanctioned nations may inadvertently facilitate unregulated crypto app distribution, impacting global digital finance dynamics. The post Google exempts sanctioned nations from Android developer verification, raising questions for crypto app distribution appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:41:39 PM
Why DeFi giant Aave is pulling the plug on six hyped blockchains making less than $5,000 a quarter
LlamaRisk would freeze new activity, redirect nearly all interest revenue to the treasury, and reserve stronger unwind levers for later. The post Why DeFi giant Aave is pulling the plug on six hyped blockchains making less than $5,000 a quarter appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 7/31/2026, 9:30:17 PM
Exxon, Chevron warn of sustained high fuel prices amid Iran conflict
Geopolitical tensions in Iran could lead to prolonged market volatility, impacting global energy supply and potentially driving oil prices higher. The post Exxon, Chevron warn of sustained high fuel prices amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 9:29:47 PM
US Treasury yield curve twist suggests potential Fed rate hike pause
The yield curve twist may signal a shift in market expectations, impacting investment strategies and economic forecasts amid Fed policy uncertainty. The post US Treasury yield curve twist suggests potential Fed rate hike pause appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 9:28:09 PM
Wall Street recovers from volatile week as AI boom shows first real cracks
The AI sector's volatility highlights the precarious balance in tech investments, potentially reshaping capital flows and investor priorities. The post Wall Street recovers from volatile week as AI boom shows first real cracks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:28:03 PM
Reddit lawsuit against SerpApi survives dismissal motion
Reddit's legal win could strengthen its position in data licensing, impacting AI firms' access to user-generated content and future negotiations. The post Reddit lawsuit against SerpApi survives dismissal motion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:24:42 PM
Hill Democrats seek answers on OpenAI and Anthropic AI models that escaped testing environments
Legislative scrutiny on AI safety could reshape industry standards, impacting development timelines and market access for non-compliant projects. The post Hill Democrats seek answers on OpenAI and Anthropic AI models that escaped testing environments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:22:34 PM
Tether Q2 profit hits $1.5B as USDT supply grows
Tether generated approximately $1.5 billion in net operating profit during the second quarter of 2026 as returns from US Treasury holdings and repo operations supported its earnings. Tether reports $4.1B in excess reserves Tether’s total assets stood at approximately $187.7…
By Lawrence Mondal 7/31/2026, 9:21:13 PM
BNB Trading Volume Jumps 65% As Traders Watch The $600 Area
BNB trading activity jumped sharply into July 31, with 24-hour volume reportedly rising more than 65% as the token traded near the $589 to $590 range.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:20:00 PM
Coldcard Attacker Stole $30M in 10 Minutes by Targeting Big Wallets
Chainalysis found that the Coldcard attacker stole roughly $30 million within 10 minutes after prioritizing the largest wallets. The $38 million-plus sweep reached 500 wallets and exposed lasting risks for seeds created on vulnerable firmware. Attacker Prioritized Coldcard Wallets With the Largest Balances Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis...
By Kevin Helms 7/31/2026, 9:17:23 PM
Bitcoin And Ethereum Edge Higher As Traders Watch Altcoin Rotation
Bitcoin and Ethereum edged higher into July 31, while a small shift in market dominance suggested traders were again watching whether capital was...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:15:00 PM
Michael Saylor says Strategy prioritizes diverse market participation over $STRC buybacks
Saylor's strategy could stabilize $STRC's market, offering investors higher yields and potential appreciation, while reducing buyback reliance. The post Michael Saylor says Strategy prioritizes diverse market participation over $STRC buybacks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:11:40 PM
MetronomeDAO discloses $16M shortfall due to oracle lag
The incident highlights the critical need for robust oracle systems in DeFi, as latency issues can lead to significant financial vulnerabilities. The post MetronomeDAO discloses $16M shortfall due to oracle lag appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 9:07:28 PM
Bitcoin braces for August slump as AI stocks falter
Bitcoin price fell below $63,000 on Friday as a short-lived rebound in Asian semiconductor stocks faded, adding pressure as the cryptocurrency entered its historically weak August trading period. Bitcoin price falls below $63K as risk assets weaken Bitcoin traded below…
By Lawrence Mondal 7/31/2026, 9:07:23 PM
Coldcard Bitcoin Thief Likely Used Top Blockchain Services Provider: Report
Bitcoin Magazine Coldcard Bitcoin Thief Likely Used Top Blockchain Services Provider: Report Experts have since said that those holding Bitcoin on a Coldcard device should move funds now. This post Coldcard Bitcoin Thief Likely Used Top Blockchain Services Provider: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 7/31/2026, 9:01:14 PM
Google AI Studio pivots to conversation-driven app creation with Gemini, doubling down on AI over crypto
Google's shift to AI-driven app creation with Gemini could democratize software development, reducing barriers and fostering innovation. The post Google AI Studio pivots to conversation-driven app creation with Gemini, doubling down on AI over crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:59:06 PM
US, Israel plan strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure: CBS World
Escalating tensions risk destabilizing the region, hindering diplomatic efforts, and impacting global energy markets and geopolitical negotiations. The post US, Israel plan strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure: CBS World appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 8:56:29 PM
Pump.fun allegedly laid off over 40 employees right before their $PUMP tokens vested
Alleged strategic layoffs at Pump.fun could erode trust in token-based compensation, prompting regulatory scrutiny and impacting industry norms. The post Pump.fun allegedly laid off over 40 employees right before their $PUMP tokens vested appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:55:02 PM
Bitcoin holds monthly gain, faces 'choppy' August as 'forced-selling' exhausted, analysts say
The largest crypto shrugged off a barrage of bad news this month, but traders remain cautious as rate hike fears and jobs data loom.
By Krisztian Sandor 7/31/2026, 8:50:58 PM
Grayscale joins push for CLARITY Act Senate vote as deadline nears
Grayscale Investments has urged the Senate to vote on the CLARITY Act before the August recess as lawmakers face mounting pressure to resolve disputes holding up the crypto market structure bill. Grayscale urges action on the CLARITY Act Grayscale sent…
By Lawrence Mondal 7/31/2026, 8:47:05 PM
The free ride for VanEck’s Bitcoin ETF is officially over after falling $1.4 billion short of growth target
The 0.20% sponsor fee applies after July 31, putting HODL level with BITB but one basis point above EZBC. The post The free ride for VanEck’s Bitcoin ETF is officially over after falling $1.4 billion short of growth target appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 7/31/2026, 8:45:48 PM
US Navy enforces Iran blockade with helicopter support, redirects 30 vessels
The U.S. Navy's blockade enforcement may heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations with Iran. The post US Navy enforces Iran blockade with helicopter support, redirects 30 vessels appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 8:44:49 PM
China’s AI model development raises questions over Nvidia’s role in circumventing US export controls
The ongoing circumvention of US export controls by Chinese AI firms could undermine global tech regulations and escalate the AI arms race. The post China’s AI model development raises questions over Nvidia’s role in circumventing US export controls appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:41:48 PM
SecondFi Renews Bounty Push After $16.1M Cardano Exploit
SecondFi has renewed its bounty offer to the attacker behind a $16.1 million Cardano exploit, as the team continues trying to recover 16.1 million ADA...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:35:00 PM
Amazon surges 15% in best day since 2012 as AWS growth validates AI spending
Amazon's AI-driven AWS growth signals a shift in tech investment priorities, impacting capital allocation across various sectors and asset classes. The post Amazon surges 15% in best day since 2012 as AWS growth validates AI spending appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:31:22 PM
NEAR Adds Staking-Based Payments For AI Compute Credits
NEAR has launched a staking-based payment model for NEAR AI, giving users a way to lock NEAR tokens and receive monthly compute credits instead of...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:30:00 PM
CLARITY Act odds hit 25% as Trump weighs ethics deal
CLARITY Act passage odds have fallen to 25% as the White House reviews a bipartisan ethics proposal that could determine whether the Senate takes up the crypto market structure bill before its August recess. Scaramucci expects Trump to approve ethics…
By Lawrence Mondal 7/31/2026, 8:28:25 PM
TMX Group takes control as MEMX and BOX merge into $2.3B US exchange powerhouse
The merger could intensify competition in the US exchange market, potentially driving innovation and altering market dynamics significantly. The post TMX Group takes control as MEMX and BOX merge into $2.3B US exchange powerhouse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:25:47 PM
Suno loses copyright case in Germany, must license music for AI training
This ruling sets a precedent for AI firms, emphasizing the necessity of obtaining licenses for copyrighted material in model training. The post Suno loses copyright case in Germany, must license music for AI training appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:23:38 PM
Cooper Saye joins OpenAI to work on recursive self-improvement evaluations, signaling AI safety’s new frontier
OpenAI's focus on recursive self-improvement safety highlights the growing industry emphasis on controlling AI's autonomous evolution. The post Cooper Saye joins OpenAI to work on recursive self-improvement evaluations, signaling AI safety’s new frontier appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:22:37 PM
Microsoft, Amazon, and Google add $1.5T in market cap in a single week
The rapid market cap increase highlights the significant influence of AI investments on tech giants, potentially impacting broader risk assets. The post Microsoft, Amazon, and Google add $1.5T in market cap in a single week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:14:38 PM
Apple set to lose nearly $500B in value after weak forecast, potentially ceding crown to Nvidia
Apple's forecast miss highlights the tech sector's vulnerability to supply chain disruptions, potentially reshaping market leadership dynamics. The post Apple set to lose nearly $500B in value after weak forecast, potentially ceding crown to Nvidia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 8:12:45 PM
Google Unveils Glanceboard App for Stress-Free Morning Routines
Google's Glanceboard app uses AI to streamline mornings with personalized schedules and weather updates, now open-sourced for DIY enthusiasts. (Read More)
By N/A 7/31/2026, 8:11:38 PM
Bank of Italy finds no consistent cost advantage for stablecoin remittances
Researchers found that fiat conversion costs and payment infrastructure, rather than blockchain fees, accounted for most of the differences in stablecoin remittance costs and settlement times.
By Nate Kostar 7/31/2026, 8:10:21 PM
Netanyahu urges Trump to pressure Iran, Saudi Arabia calls for de-escalation
The differing strategies of Israel and Saudi Arabia could complicate U.S. diplomatic efforts and impact regional stability and market dynamics. The post Netanyahu urges Trump to pressure Iran, Saudi Arabia calls for de-escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 8:09:04 PM