ICE and OKX to launch perpetual Brent and WTI oil futures
The collaboration could revolutionize oil trading by merging traditional finance with crypto, enhancing market accessibility and liquidity. The post ICE and OKX to launch perpetual Brent and WTI oil futures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:26:11 PM
Bitwise Hyperliquid ETF tops $30 million in assets as HYPE fund race accelerates
Bitwises Hyperliquid ETF topped $30M in assets after launch as HYPE fund inflows rose and Grayscale pursued its own ETF. The post Bitwise Hyperliquid ETF tops $30 million in assets as HYPE fund race accelerates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/22/2026, 8:25:01 PM
Michigan consumer sentiment index drops to all-time low of 44.8
Record-low consumer sentiment may dampen spending, impacting GDP growth and potentially influencing Federal Reserve's inflation policy. The post Michigan consumer sentiment index drops to all-time low of 44.8 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:24:58 PM
Bitcoin holds near $77,000 as Kevin Warsh prepares to lead Fed
Warsh's crypto-friendly stance at the Fed could foster regulatory shifts, potentially boosting digital asset integration into mainstream finance. The post Bitcoin holds near $77,000 as Kevin Warsh prepares to lead Fed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:23:03 PM
Meta launches Forum, a new app for deeper group discussions
Meta's Forum app could reshape online community dynamics, challenging existing platforms and potentially altering user engagement patterns. The post Meta launches Forum, a new app for deeper group discussions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:22:29 PM
Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair with Bitcoin at $77,400
Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Fed chair on Friday as Bitcoin trades near $77,400. Kevin Warsh was sworn in as the 17th Federal Reserve chair at a White House ceremony on Friday, becoming the first Fed leader to take…
By Peace Longe 5/22/2026, 8:21:06 PM
Federal Reserve signals potential rate hikes amid inflation concerns, rattling crypto markets
Potential Fed rate hikes could strengthen the dollar, negatively impacting crypto markets and increasing volatility in risk assets. The post Federal Reserve signals potential rate hikes amid inflation concerns, rattling crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:20:21 PM
Mastercard seeks help from payment processors to cover Banco Master losses
Mastercard's efforts to share losses highlight the systemic risks and financial vulnerabilities within interconnected payment networks. The post Mastercard seeks help from payment processors to cover Banco Master losses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:20:11 PM
US consumer sentiment falls to record low, down 21% since February
Record-low consumer sentiment signals economic stress, pressuring spending and reducing appetite for risk assets, impacting broader markets. The post US consumer sentiment falls to record low, down 21% since February appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:16:53 PM
Solana’s Anza CEO discusses potential 200ms slots and Agave v4.2 upgrade
The Agave v4.2 upgrade could significantly enhance Solana's transaction speed and efficiency, potentially boosting its competitive edge. The post Solana’s Anza CEO discusses potential 200ms slots and Agave v4.2 upgrade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:13:01 PM
Orderly Network delists five chains to sharpen liquidity and security focus
Orderly Network's delisting decision enhances security and liquidity by focusing resources on high-performing chains, reducing potential risks. The post Orderly Network delists five chains to sharpen liquidity and security focus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:09:58 PM
Federal Reserve’s Waller says next rate move could go either way, drops easing bias
Waller's stance introduces uncertainty in financial markets, potentially impacting liquidity and risk assets amid geopolitical tensions. The post Federal Reserve’s Waller says next rate move could go either way, drops easing bias appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:07:45 PM
US consumer sentiment falls to record low amid inflation concerns
Record-low consumer sentiment could dampen spending, threatening sectors like retail and travel, and signaling potential economic slowdown. The post US consumer sentiment falls to record low amid inflation concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:07:36 PM
Massive Bitcoin Transfer Wave Sees Nearly 10,000 BTC Flow into Exchanges
Bitcoin traded largely sideways on Friday, following a turbulent week marked by renewed selling and a noticeable shift in investor behavior.
By Newton Gitonga 5/22/2026, 8:07:13 PM
Nvidia spends $18.6B on venture capital in three months, reshaping the AI investment landscape
Nvidia's massive venture capital investments could amplify its influence in AI but also heighten risks due to concentrated exposure and opacity. The post Nvidia spends $18.6B on venture capital in three months, reshaping the AI investment landscape appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:05:59 PM
Binance disputes WSJ report on Iran-linked transactions totaling $850M
Binance's ongoing legal and regulatory challenges highlight the critical importance of robust compliance systems in the cryptocurrency industry. The post Binance disputes WSJ report on Iran-linked transactions totaling $850M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:03:54 PM
US, Israel may strike Iran soon amid rising tensions: WSJ
Escalating US-Israel tensions with Iran could destabilize the Middle East, impacting regional security and diminishing peace prospects. The post US, Israel may strike Iran soon amid rising tensions: WSJ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/22/2026, 8:02:37 PM
Ethereum Layer 2 Zero Network Pulls the Plug After Just 1.5 Years
Zero Network assured users that all funds remain safe and bridgeable before the Ethereum Layer 2 permanently ceases block production on July 31.
By Chayanika Deka 5/22/2026, 8:02:24 PM
Nomura abandons 2026 Fed rate cut forecast as inflation refuses to cooperate
Nomura's revised forecast signals prolonged high rates, impacting liquidity, investment strategies, and potentially strengthening the US dollar. The post Nomura abandons 2026 Fed rate cut forecast as inflation refuses to cooperate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 8:01:39 PM
XRP Whales are Accumulating SurgeXRP’s Token as the XRPL Real Estate Marketplace Fills 10% Of Softcap in Hours
As the XRP ecosystem rapidly expands into real-world asset ( RWA) tokenization, one project is beginning to attract growing attention across XRPL communities: SurgeXRP. The XRPL-native platform, focused on bringing rental real estate on-chain, has seen strong early participation around its ongoing $SGP token presale as XRP holders position for...
By Media 5/22/2026, 8:00:06 PM
Gold slips below $4,500 as Fed fears rattle record run
Gold fell below $4,500 per ounce on Friday as both spot prices and New York futures dropped about 0.94 percent, extending a sharp pullback from this year’s record highs. Early on May 22, gold slipped below $4,500 as spot and…
By Andrew Folkler 5/22/2026, 8:00:00 PM
Aptos unveils encrypted mempool to protect transaction intent until block confirmation
Aptos' encrypted mempool could reshape blockchain security by reducing front-running risks, potentially increasing trust and fairness in DeFi. The post Aptos unveils encrypted mempool to protect transaction intent until block confirmation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 7:59:27 PM
Meta lays off 10% of workforce as Zuckerberg bets the farm on AI
Meta's AI pivot may reshape tech investment landscapes, impacting metaverse tokens while boosting AI-related projects and infrastructure. The post Meta lays off 10% of workforce as Zuckerberg bets the farm on AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 7:55:25 PM
US Michigan consumer sentiment falls to 44.8 in May, hitting all-time low
A sustained drop in consumer confidence could hinder US economic growth, impacting spending and potentially influencing monetary policy decisions. The post US Michigan consumer sentiment falls to 44.8 in May, hitting all-time low appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 7:53:47 PM
Ripple’s XRP Under Fire After Expert Labels It Crypto’s “Biggest Scam” — What’s Happening?
Fresh controversy is surrounding XRP after a market commentator ignited debate by calling XRP one of the biggest alleged “scams” in the crypto industry.
By Brenda Ngari 5/22/2026, 7:53:24 PM
Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $76K as Kevin Warsh Sworn In as Next Fed Chair
The total daily liquidations are also on the rise, with wiped out longs worth over $430 million.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/22/2026, 7:52:41 PM
Norway’s $2.3T wealth fund objects to Elkann’s Meta board seat
Norway's wealth fund's stance on board appointments highlights the growing influence of institutional investors in corporate governance reforms. The post Norway’s $2.3T wealth fund objects to Elkann’s Meta board seat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 7:51:14 PM
Hengli Group faces US sanctions over Iranian oil purchases, sending shockwaves through energy and prediction markets
US sanctions on Hengli highlight geopolitical tensions, impacting global energy dynamics and complicating compliance for Asian markets. The post Hengli Group faces US sanctions over Iranian oil purchases, sending shockwaves through energy and prediction markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 7:51:05 PM
Market Breadth Check: Is the S&P 500 Rally Broader Than Big Tech?
We unpack market breadth—RSP vs SPY, sector rotation, small caps—and what a broader S&P 500 rally could mean for risk assets, including crypto.
By Andrei Popescu 5/22/2026, 7:50:21 PM
F2Pool founder who controls 11% of bitcoin's hashrate to lead first SpaceX mission to Mars
Chun Wang, the first Mission Commander for SpaceX’s first commercial spaceflight to Mars, is crucial for the future transport of millions of tons of cargo and a million citizens to the Red Planet.
By Olivier Acuna 5/22/2026, 7:47:09 PM
SEC Delaying Plan to Allow Crypto Versions of US Stocks: Report
Bitcoin Magazine SEC Delaying Plan to Allow Crypto Versions of US Stocks: Report The SEC has pumped the brakes on its highly anticipated "innovation exemption" for tokenized stocks. This post SEC Delaying Plan to Allow Crypto Versions of US Stocks: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
By Micah Zimmerman 5/22/2026, 7:43:28 PM
Robinhood Crypto COO Tanya Denisova is leaving company amid revenue slowdown
Robinhood Crypto COO Tanya Denisova is leaving the firm after more than five years, as the trading platform navigates a sharp decline in crypto revenue and works to lessen its dependence on digital asset market cycles.
By Will Canny 5/22/2026, 7:40:15 PM
Has Ethereum (ETH) Reached Peak Pessimism: Or Is More Pain Coming?
New data suggests that Ethereum is increasingly being viewed as "dead money" amid weak price action, ETF outflows, and rising social frustration.
By Chayanika Deka 5/22/2026, 7:38:28 PM
Cardano founder warns network could lose its scientists in Input Output’s 33M ADA funding vote fails
Cardano could lose a core group of scientists if Input Output fails to secure treasury funding for a slate of research and infrastructure proposals that are still awaiting approval. Last month, Input Output, the development firm behind the Cardano network, revealed that it was seeking $46.8 million to finance its operations for the 2026...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 5/22/2026, 7:35:05 PM
Price predictions 5/22: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, ZEC, BCH
Bitcoin sold off to $76,000, giving bears an opportunity to reclaim control of the crypto market. Meanwhile, altcoins like HYPE charted new highs.
By Rakesh Upadhyay 5/22/2026, 7:33:51 PM
Bitcoin Upper Trendline Resistance Is Holding Price Back, Can It Push It Below $60,000? Analyst Answers
A recent TradingView technical outlook suggests Bitcoin remains locked beneath a stubborn upper trendline resistance that continues to suppress bullish momentum. Despite several recovery attempts, BTC has repeatedly failed to break through the resistance zone, causing speculations that the price could push below $60,000. Bitcoin Trapped Beneath A...
By Sandra White 5/22/2026, 7:30:02 PM
Congress probes Polymarket, Kalshi over Iran strike insider trading allegations
The investigation could lead to stricter regulations on prediction markets, impacting how geopolitical events are speculated and traded. The post Congress probes Polymarket, Kalshi over Iran strike insider trading allegations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/22/2026, 7:26:06 PM
Bitcoin Erases $77K Level as Bears Eye Negative May Close
Bitcoin was on course to close the five-day workweek on the losing side after it slipped below $77,000 just before midday Friday. Crypto Market Cap Shrinks as Monthly Losses Loom Bitcoin was on course to close the five-day workweek on the losing side after it slipped below $77,000 just before midday Friday. According to data […]
By Terence Zimwara 5/22/2026, 7:26:04 PM
Switzerland adopts most of EU’s 20th sanctions package against Russia, including crypto restrictions
Switzerland's alignment with EU sanctions on Russia highlights increasing global regulatory scrutiny on crypto, impacting compliance costs and jurisdictional advantages. The post Switzerland adopts most of EU’s 20th sanctions package against Russia, including crypto restrictions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 7:23:21 PM
Grayscale’s Zach Pandl highlights Ethereum’s dominance in onchain finance metrics
Ethereum's dominance in onchain finance solidifies its role as a key infrastructure, attracting institutional interest and shaping future blockchain dynamics. The post Grayscale’s Zach Pandl highlights Ethereum’s dominance in onchain finance metrics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 7:18:34 PM
Senator Wicker urges Trump to reject Iran deal, renew military strikes
Senator Wicker's stance may heighten regional tensions, reducing diplomatic prospects and increasing the risk of military escalation in the Middle East. The post Senator Wicker urges Trump to reject Iran deal, renew military strikes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/22/2026, 7:07:58 PM
How Donald Trump’s Order On Dollar Payment Rails Could Be A Game-Changer For Ripple’s XRP
Ripple and XRP could be among the biggest winners of a new executive order signed by US President Donald Trump this week. The order directs federal regulators to review whether crypto companies can access the country’s dollar payment system. This move could be a game-changer for XRP, as it would determine how digital asset firms […]
By Sandra White 5/22/2026, 7:00:34 PM
Fed’s Waller warns inflation may force new hikes, rattling risk assets
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller warned that stubborn inflation and surging energy costs now outweigh labor market risks, signaling that rate hikes are “back on the table” and jolting expectations that had been primed for cuts a few months ago.…
By Andrew Folkler 5/22/2026, 7:00:00 PM
'Tightest Ever': Bitcoin's Monthly Bollinger Bands Could Predict Massive Move
Bitcoin is bracing for a potentially explosive price movement as its monthly Bollinger Bands contract to their "tightest ever" levels.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/22/2026, 6:59:37 PM
A Freshman Congressman from Nashville Wants to Make the National Bitcoin Reserve Permanent
Bitcoin Magazine A Freshman Congressman from Nashville Wants to Make the National Bitcoin Reserve Permanent Rep. Matt Van Epps framed the American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026 as a reflection of Nashville’s rise as a major Bitcoin hub. This post A Freshman Congressman from Nashville Wants to Make the National Bitcoin Reserve Permanent first...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/22/2026, 6:54:55 PM
HIVE Digital Technologies plans CAD $3.5 billion AI gigafactory in Ontario
HIVE's ambitious AI pivot could redefine crypto miners' roles, pushing them towards AI infrastructure, impacting market valuations and strategies. The post HIVE Digital Technologies plans CAD $3.5 billion AI gigafactory in Ontario appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 6:48:49 PM
Kalshi launches advocacy group with Trump aide backing
Kalshi is backing a new advocacy group to fight the gaming lobby over prediction market regulation. The new organization, Americans for Fair Markets, launched on May 22 to shape federal policy on prediction markets and federally regulated exchanges. It will…
By Peace Longe 5/22/2026, 6:47:46 PM
Tom Emmer dismisses 2 key Clarity Act concerns
Clarity Act concerns from law enforcement are overblown, House Majority Whip Tom Emmer said. House Majority Whip Tom Emmer said law enforcement groups are overstating their concerns about crypto developer protections embedded in the legislation. He called the objections a…
By Peace Longe 5/22/2026, 6:25:17 PM
Polymarket hit by $700K exploit of internal top-up wallet
The exploit highlights the critical need for robust security practices in crypto platforms, as trust hinges on operational integrity. The post Polymarket hit by $700K exploit of internal top-up wallet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 6:24:08 PM
NYSE Group president Lynn Martin questions integrity of rule changes to attract listings
The relaxation of listing rules to attract IPOs may compromise market stability, posing risks to investors and challenging regulatory oversight. The post NYSE Group president Lynn Martin questions integrity of rule changes to attract listings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/22/2026, 6:23:33 PM