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Sumsub CEO warns AI fraud outpaces compliance
Sumsub CEO warns AI fraud outpaces compliance

Crypto compliance demand is surging as AI fraud evolves faster than firms can respond, Sumsub CEO Andrew Sever says. Crypto compliance firms are reporting a sharp rise in demand as AI fraud attacks become faster, more sophisticated, and harder to…

US stocks open lower as Dow, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all slide into the red
US stocks open lower as Dow, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all slide into the red

Market volatility underscores investor anxiety over AI profitability, geopolitical tensions, and mixed tech earnings, impacting future confidence. The post US stocks open lower as Dow, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all slide into the red appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US redirects 62 ships since start of Hormuz blockade as humanitarian concerns mount
US redirects 62 ships since start of Hormuz blockade as humanitarian concerns mount

The blockade's escalation threatens global trade stability, exacerbates humanitarian crises, and may drive increased demand for cryptocurrencies. The post US redirects 62 ships since start of Hormuz blockade as humanitarian concerns mount appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Galaxy Digital and Sharplink Launch $125 Million Institutional DeFi Yield Fund
Galaxy Digital and Sharplink Launch $125 Million Institutional DeFi Yield Fund

The two companies entered into a non-binding agreement to launch a $125 million initiative that seeks to put Sharplink’s ETH treasury to work. The company stated that the funds will be deployed across onchain liquidity strategies and in support of early-stage protocols. Sharplink and Galaxy Partner To Deploy $125M DeFi Ecosystem Liquidity Fund...

Morgan Stanley triggers crypto fee war on exchanges
Morgan Stanley triggers crypto fee war on exchanges

Morgan Stanley launched a crypto price war on E*Trade at 50 basis points, undercutting Coinbase and Schwab. Morgan Stanley has launched a crypto trading pilot on its ETrade platform at 50 basis points per trade, immediately undercutting every major retail…

Israel establishes secret military outpost in Iraq to support Iran air campaign
Israel establishes secret military outpost in Iraq to support Iran air campaign

The secret outpost in Iraq highlights escalating regional tensions and deep US-Israeli military ties, impacting future Middle East dynamics. The post Israel establishes secret military outpost in Iraq to support Iran air campaign appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ethereum Leverage Ratio Sees Sharp Drop: What It Means
Ethereum Leverage Ratio Sees Sharp Drop: What It Means

Data shows the Estimated Leverage Ratio has seen a sharp decline for Ethereum on Binance, a sign that traders have been pulling back on risk. Ethereum Leverage Ratio Has Dropped To A Value Of 0.57 As pointed out by an analyst in a CryptoQuant Quicktake post, speculative activity in the Binance Ethereum derivatives market has […]

Can Bitcoin Price Cross $200,000? Pundit Reveals 3-Year Roadmap For Success
Can Bitcoin Price Cross $200,000? Pundit Reveals 3-Year Roadmap For Success

A crypto analyst has laid out a bold Bitcoin price forecast for the next three years, predicting an ultimate target above $200,000 by 2028. In the analysis, he outlines several key catalysts expected to drive BTC toward these projected milestones each year. These catalysts include a range of driving forces such as macroeconomic shifts,...

XRP Can Now Be Minted Directly On DeFi – No Bridge Needed
XRP Can Now Be Minted Directly On DeFi – No Bridge Needed

Universal XRP DeFi infrastructure finally arrives: Flare’s XRPFi second phase arrives with more vault choice & direct minting. Continue reading at DailyCoin.

21Shares to launch HYPE ETF tomorrow as Hyperliquid gains Wall Street access
21Shares to launch HYPE ETF tomorrow as Hyperliquid gains Wall Street access

21Shares will launch its Hyperliquid ETF as HYPE more than doubles from January lows and issuers race for spot exposure. The post 21Shares to launch HYPE ETF tomorrow as Hyperliquid gains Wall Street access appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

South Koreans Pull $41B From Crypto as Bitcoin Slump Pushes Cash Into Stocks
South Koreans Pull $41B From Crypto as Bitcoin Slump Pushes Cash Into Stocks

The total value of virtual assets held by South Korean investors plummeted by over $41 billion in roughly one year, according to Bank of Korea data. Massive Capital Migration to Stocks The value of virtual assets held by domestic investors in South Korea has plummeted by more than $41 billion (60 trillion won) over the […]

Solana ETF inflows show demand returning as traders eye SOL rally to $120
Solana ETF inflows show demand returning as traders eye SOL rally to $120

Solana ETFs recorded their strongest weekly inflow since February as SOL futures open interest climbed nearly 30%. Is SOL bracing for a rally to $120?

American Bitcoin defends cheapest US miner status
American Bitcoin defends cheapest US miner status

American Bitcoin mined coins at $36,200 each in Q1 2026, cutting costs 23% and posting a 50% gross margin. American Bitcoin (ABTC), the Bitcoin mining company backed by the Trump family, cut its cost per coin 23% to roughly $36,200…

Bitcoin Pulls In $706M as Traders Abandon Short Positions in Massive Sentiment Shift
Bitcoin Pulls In $706M as Traders Abandon Short Positions in Massive Sentiment Shift

While Bitcoin dominated headlines, Solana and XRP investment products also recorded sharp increases in activity.

Bitmine slows ETH accumulation, declares ‘crypto spring’ as Tom Lee cites bullish drivers
Bitmine slows ETH accumulation, declares ‘crypto spring’ as Tom Lee cites bullish drivers

Bitmine's rapid ETH accumulation and staking strategy could centralize Ethereum's network, posing risks to decentralization and market stability. The post Bitmine slows ETH accumulation, declares ‘crypto spring’ as Tom Lee cites bullish drivers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Tokenized RWA market reaches $30.9B, up 44% year-to-date as government bonds dominate
Tokenized RWA market reaches $30.9B, up 44% year-to-date as government bonds dominate

The surge in tokenized RWAs, led by government bonds, highlights a shift towards blockchain for liquidity and efficiency, challenging traditional finance. The post Tokenized RWA market reaches $30.9B, up 44% year-to-date as government bonds dominate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Aster offers fee-free swaps between USDC and USDT for 30 days
Aster offers fee-free swaps between USDC and USDT for 30 days

Aster's fee-free swap promotion may intensify competition, pushing stablecoin conversion fees toward zero, benefiting active traders. The post Aster offers fee-free swaps between USDC and USDT for 30 days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Troels Lund Poulsen tasked with forming Denmark’s new center-right government
Troels Lund Poulsen tasked with forming Denmark’s new center-right government

Denmark's political shift towards a center-right government may influence future policy directions, though defense support for Ukraine remains steadfast. The post Troels Lund Poulsen tasked with forming Denmark’s new center-right government appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US considers military action to open Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions
US considers military action to open Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions

Escalating US-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil supply chains, heightening geopolitical and economic risks. The post US considers military action to open Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

IREN Nvidia deal signals $3.4B AI pivot
IREN Nvidia deal signals $3.4B AI pivot

IREN has signed a $3.4 billion IREN Nvidia deal to deploy up to 5 gigawatts of AI infrastructure over five years. Bitcoin miner turned AI infrastructure provider IREN has announced a five-year, $3.4 billion AI cloud contract with Nvidia, alongside…

White House Crypto Advisor Fires Back At Bank CEOs In Stablecoin Rewards Clash
White House Crypto Advisor Fires Back At Bank CEOs In Stablecoin Rewards Clash

As the highly anticipated markup of the crypto market structure bill approaches, the White House’s top crypto advisor has slammed the banking industry’s CEOs amid efforts to reopen the stablecoin rewards debate. Related Reading: Trump Media’s Crypto Bet Implodes With Massive $406M Quarterly Loss ABA CEO Urges Banks To Block Stablecoin Rewards On...

Donald Trump visits China for high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping
Donald Trump visits China for high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping

Trump's visit to China could reshape global economic dynamics, impacting tech, trade, and crypto markets amid geopolitical tensions. The post Donald Trump visits China for high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Circle Internet Group Gains 16% as Arc Blockchain Raise Draws Blackrock and Apollo
Circle Internet Group Gains 16% as Arc Blockchain Raise Draws Blackrock and Apollo

While American bankers, lawmakers, stablecoin issuers, and crypto exchanges trade barbs, Circle investors appear entirely unbothered. Circle Internet Group (NYSE: CRCL) closed roughly 16% higher on Monday at Wall Street’s close, after the stablecoin issuer announced a $222 million pre-launch token sale for its new layer-one (L1) blockchain...

Trump rejects Iran peace proposal, impacting US-Iran nuclear deal prospects
Trump rejects Iran peace proposal, impacting US-Iran nuclear deal prospects

Trump's rejection heightens US-Iran tensions, diminishing nuclear deal prospects and impacting regional stability and market confidence. The post Trump rejects Iran peace proposal, impacting US-Iran nuclear deal prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Aramco CEO forecasts oil market recovery extending to 2027 amid disruptions
Aramco CEO forecasts oil market recovery extending to 2027 amid disruptions

Prolonged oil market recovery may lead to sustained higher prices, impacting global economies and intensifying geopolitical tensions. The post Aramco CEO forecasts oil market recovery extending to 2027 amid disruptions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US Navy strike on Iranian supertanker raises regional tensions
US Navy strike on Iranian supertanker raises regional tensions

The strike exacerbates regional instability, complicating diplomatic efforts and increasing the risk of prolonged military engagements. The post US Navy strike on Iranian supertanker raises regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

UK Deputy PM Lammy urges Starmer to outline departure timetable
UK Deputy PM Lammy urges Starmer to outline departure timetable

Increased leadership instability in the UK government could lead to significant political shifts and impact Labour Party's future strategies. The post UK Deputy PM Lammy urges Starmer to outline departure timetable appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Boundary’s USBD aims to turn stablecoins into an on-chain “verifiable” dollar
Boundary’s USBD aims to turn stablecoins into an on-chain “verifiable” dollar

Galaxy Ventures‑backed Boundary Labs is preparing to launch USBD, an over‑collateralized Ethereum stablecoin that swaps monthly attestations for continuous on‑chain verification of reserves and net asset value while pushing yield into a separate sUSBD token aimed at institutional risk‑takers. Boundary…

Corpay launches stablecoin wallets for 800,000 clients
Corpay launches stablecoin wallets for 800,000 clients

Corpay has launched stablecoin wallets for its 800,000 business clients through a new partnership with BVNK. Corpay (NYSE: CPAY) has announced a partnership with stablecoin infrastructure platform BVNK to provide embedded stablecoin wallets and settlement capabilities to its global client…

Trump suspends gas tax, signals prolonged Iran conflict and high energy costs
Trump suspends gas tax, signals prolonged Iran conflict and high energy costs

Prolonged Iran conflict and high energy costs could strain global economies, impacting diplomatic relations and energy market stability. The post Trump suspends gas tax, signals prolonged Iran conflict and high energy costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Ripple's Schwartz Joins XRP Ledger Foundation

The XRP Ledger Foundation (XRPLF) has appointed Ripple Chief Technology Officer David Schwartz as an Honorary Board Member.

UAE strikes Iranian refinery on Lavan Island amid escalating tensions
UAE strikes Iranian refinery on Lavan Island amid escalating tensions

Escalating UAE-Iran tensions may lead to increased regional instability, potential airspace closures, and disruptions in global oil markets. The post UAE strikes Iranian refinery on Lavan Island amid escalating tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

House Freedom Caucus escalates fight over CBDC ban as FISA deadline approaches
House Freedom Caucus escalates fight over CBDC ban as FISA deadline approaches

The House Freedom Caucus's push against CBDCs highlights growing privacy concerns and could boost demand for private digital currencies. The post House Freedom Caucus escalates fight over CBDC ban as FISA deadline approaches appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Cowboy Space raises $275M to build orbital data centers powered by solar energy
Cowboy Space raises $275M to build orbital data centers powered by solar energy

Cowboy Space's orbital data centers could revolutionize AI infrastructure, addressing energy demands and opening new markets in space technology. The post Cowboy Space raises $275M to build orbital data centers powered by solar energy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Coursera and Udemy complete merger to create AI skills giant worth $2.5 billion
Coursera and Udemy complete merger to create AI skills giant worth $2.5 billion

The merger could reshape the edtech landscape, emphasizing AI skills and potentially influencing global education and workforce development. The post Coursera and Udemy complete merger to create AI skills giant worth $2.5 billion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

MoonPay acquires Dawn Labs to launch AI trading tool for prediction markets
MoonPay acquires Dawn Labs to launch AI trading tool for prediction markets

MoonPay acquired Dawn Labs and launched Dawn CLI, expanding its AI native infrastructure push into trading automation. The post MoonPay acquires Dawn Labs to launch AI trading tool for prediction markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

OCC Gives Augustus Conditional Approval to Build AI-Native Clearing Bank in the US
OCC Gives Augustus Conditional Approval to Build AI-Native Clearing Bank in the US

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has granted Augustus conditional approval to establish Augustus Bank, N.A., a clearing bank built from the ground up around stablecoin and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. Augustus Clears First OCC Hurdle for AI Clearing Bank The New York-based company, formerly known as Ivy,...

Payward charter targets federal crypto bank status
Payward charter targets federal crypto bank status

Kraken’s parent Payward has filed a Payward charter application with the OCC to establish a federally regulated national trust company. Kraken’s parent Payward has filed a Payward charter application with the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, proposing…

CLARITY Act Suddenly Heating Up? Senate Markup Expected Soon
CLARITY Act Suddenly Heating Up? Senate Markup Expected Soon

As the stablecoin yield fight rages behind closed doors, the Clarity Act is inching closer towards a formal markup. Continue reading at DailyCoin.

Strategy CEO Suggests Potential Bitcoin Sales As BTC Price Reclaims $80,000
Strategy CEO Suggests Potential Bitcoin Sales As BTC Price Reclaims $80,000

Bitcoin’s rise above the $80,000 level has sparked renewed positive sentiment across the crypto market.

Strategy May Be Buying Bitcoin Again Despite Q1 Sell Talk
Strategy May Be Buying Bitcoin Again Despite Q1 Sell Talk

Strategy CEO Phong Le said last week that Bitcoin’s daily trading volume — averaging more than $60 billion — is large enough to absorb the company’s $1.5 billion in annual dividend payments without moving the market. Related Reading: Nearly 80% Of Bitcoin Supply Hasn’t Moved As Long-Term Holders Tighten Grip That comment preceded co-founder...

Here Are The Major Bitcoin Levels To Watch After Breaking $80,000
Here Are The Major Bitcoin Levels To Watch After Breaking $80,000

Bitcoin has done something it had not managed since late January: close a week above $80,000. Bitcoin bulls now have a stronger argument after BTC pushed through the $78,000 to $80,000 bearish order block, but the next phase is not yet easy to predict. What comes next, however, depends entirely on whether Bitcoin bulls can […]

BTC, ETH & XRP Top Institutional Flows As Crypto Rebound Strengthens
BTC, ETH & XRP Top Institutional Flows As Crypto Rebound Strengthens

The crypto market is gaining momentum with institutional inflows breaking last month’s resistance. Fund flows to crypto ETPs mark the sixth consecutive week of inflows after a daunting spell in February. Bitcoin (BTC) sparked broader gains, moving above $81,000, while altcoins strengthened over the last 14 days. Bitcoin Products Marks $706M, Price...

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Circle reports 20% revenue growth as it secures $222M venture funding for Arc blockchain

Circle (CRCL) reported strong first-quarter results on Monday, driven by continued growth in its stablecoin business and expanding efforts across blockchain infrastructure and AI-powered financial services.

Bitcoin Price Holds Near $82,000 as ETF Inflows Surge and CLARITY Act Battle Intensifies
Bitcoin Price Holds Near $82,000 as ETF Inflows Surge and CLARITY Act Battle Intensifies

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Holds Near $82,000 as ETF Inflows Surge and CLARITY Act Battle Intensifies Bitcoin price is trading around $82,000, moving in a narrow range as strong ETF inflows and regulatory uncertainty dominate market sentiment. This post Bitcoin Price Holds Near $82,000 as ETF Inflows Surge and CLARITY Act Battle Intensifies...

EU approves sanctions on violent West Bank settlers and Hamas figures
EU approves sanctions on violent West Bank settlers and Hamas figures

The EU's sanctions highlight the urgent need for enhanced crypto regulation, increasing compliance demands and reshaping digital finance oversight. The post EU approves sanctions on violent West Bank settlers and Hamas figures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Council of Economic Advisers estimates $35B boost from opening 401(k)s to private markets
Council of Economic Advisers estimates $35B boost from opening 401(k)s to private markets

Opening 401(k)s to private markets could boost GDP but raises concerns about liquidity risks and volatility impacting retirement security. The post Council of Economic Advisers estimates $35B boost from opening 401(k)s to private markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

'A big nothing burger': A Q&A with Strategy's Michael Saylor on selling bitcoin
'A big nothing burger': A Q&A with Strategy's Michael Saylor on selling bitcoin

Michael Saylor sat down with CoinDesk on selling bitcoin for dividends, retiring debt with STRC proceeds, and why critics who say Strategy buys the weekly top are missing the point.

MultiBank Group’s Crypto Arm mb.io Takes Ghana Gold On-Chain in Partnership With Kings Orbis, EON3, and Mavryk
MultiBank Group’s Crypto Arm mb.io Takes Ghana Gold On-Chain in Partnership With Kings Orbis, EON3, and Mavryk

mb.io, the crypto arm of MultiBank Group, has confirmed an institutional partnership with Kings Orbis, EON3 Group Ghana Ltd, and Mavryk to develop an institutional-grade tokenization program for physically-backed gold sourced from West Africa. The partnership unites four institutional roles in a single architecture: mb.io RWA as the regulated...

Price predictions 5/11: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA
Price predictions 5/11: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA

Bitcoin looks set for another blockbuster week, but potential resistance at $84,000 could complicate the rally. Will altcoin consolidation continue?