Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index extends historical negative streak as risk appetite deteriorates
The Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index extends its negative streak to 78 consecutive days on Tuesday, the longest on record. This reading comes amid the ongoing bearish trend, which has seen Bitcoin (BTC) drop by almost 50% from its record high to trade around $64,000.
By N/A 8/4/2026, 4:33:06 PM
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman: Talks have been positive at technical and political levels
Progress in U.S.-Iran talks may ease tensions, influencing geopolitical stability and market expectations amid unresolved nuclear issues. The post Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman: Talks have been positive at technical and political levels appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 4:30:25 PM
David Schwartz weighs in on $100M Coldcard hack
David Schwartz said the Coldcard breach shows that rare custody failures can produce devastating losses, comparing the incident with past breakdowns in traditional finance. Schwartz compares Coldcard breach with TradFi failures Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz framed the Coldcard attack…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/4/2026, 4:28:47 PM
LayerZero’s OFT standard accounts for 87% of cross-chain transfer volume
LayerZero's dominance in cross-chain transfers highlights the growing importance of interoperability, but faces challenges from emerging competitors. The post LayerZero’s OFT standard accounts for 87% of cross-chain transfer volume appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 4:26:15 PM
Clarity Act sits idle over Trump ethics question as Warren asks SEC to investigate him
Senators Elizabeth Warren and Richard Blumenthal requested the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission probe Trump's memecoin.
By Jesse Hamilton 8/4/2026, 4:21:59 PM
S&P 500 breaches $70T market cap for first time as index tops 7,700
The S&P 500's milestone highlights potential volatility due to tech concentration and signals evolving crypto integration, impacting diversification strategies. The post S&P 500 breaches $70T market cap for first time as index tops 7,700 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 4:16:14 PM
DOJ settles with OpenAI over discrimination claims against US workers
Misinformation can undermine public trust and highlight the need for rigorous fact-checking in media reporting to prevent the spread of false narratives. The post DOJ settles with OpenAI over discrimination claims against US workers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 4:14:24 PM
MUSD surpasses $750M in lifetime volume as Bitcoin-backed stablecoin expands across Wormhole network
MUSD's growth highlights the potential for Bitcoin-backed stablecoins to enhance DeFi composability and liquidity across multiple networks. The post MUSD surpasses $750M in lifetime volume as Bitcoin-backed stablecoin expands across Wormhole network appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 4:10:24 PM
Washington gave crypto every legal win it begged for then lost the market anyway
October 6, 2025: Bitcoin breaks above $126,000, carried by the belief that its long migration from internet curiosity to a real financial institution is almost complete. Wall Street has ETFs, public companies are raising billions to buy coins, and the White House wants the US to become the world’s crypto capital. After years of regulatory […] The...
By Andjela Radmilac 8/4/2026, 4:10:23 PM
Bitget Stocks Research Shows Tokenized Equities Race Heating Up With 140% Rise in 2026
The post Bitget Stocks Research Shows Tokenized Equities Race Heating Up With 140% Rise in 2026 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Tokenized equities are growing fast, but simply listing stock-backed tokens isn’t enough anymore. As per latest Bitget’s research report, the battleground has shifted toward execution quality, liquidity, and...
By Yash Jain 8/4/2026, 4:07:18 PM
Dogecoin price eyes $0.076 as SpaceX stock jumps before earnings
Dogecoin price traded near $0.070 as SPCX stock extended its rebound ahead of SpaceX’s first earnings report as a public company. Dogecoin price holds near $0.070 According to data from crypto.news, Dogecoin (DOGE) price was trading at $0.07035 at the…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/4/2026, 4:06:47 PM
Soldier kills four in gun rampage in russian-occupied crimea
The incident highlights regional instability, potentially affecting military strategies and international diplomatic responses in the conflict. The post Soldier kills four in gun rampage in russian-occupied crimea appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 4:06:11 PM
JL substitutes for mezii at BLAST Open Porto, then apEX at PGL Masters Bucharest
Team Vitality's adaptability will be tested as jL fills diverse roles, impacting their strategic depth and financial prospects in key tournaments. The post JL substitutes for mezii at BLAST Open Porto, then apEX at PGL Masters Bucharest appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 4:05:55 PM
Job openings fall to three-month low, raising fresh questions about Fed policy and risk assets
The decline in job openings may prompt the Fed to reconsider rate policies, potentially impacting inflation expectations and risk asset valuations. The post Job openings fall to three-month low, raising fresh questions about Fed policy and risk assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 4:05:54 PM
BNB Chain surpasses Tron with 79.3 million stablecoin holders as total market hits 289 million
BNB Chain's rise highlights blockchain's growing role in global finance, but its reliance on Binance poses regulatory risks that could impact growth. The post BNB Chain surpasses Tron with 79.3 million stablecoin holders as total market hits 289 million appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 4:05:06 PM
Mastercard Bets Big on Stablecoins With $1.8B BVNK Acquisition
The payments giant closes its largest crypto-infrastructure deal yet, entering a stablecoin race that now includes Stripe, Visa and PayPal. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Simona Ram 8/4/2026, 4:00:00 PM
Iran considers letting European nations clear mines from Strait of Hormuz, easing pressure on oil markets
European involvement in mine-clearing could stabilize oil markets, reduce geopolitical tensions, and influence global economic conditions. The post Iran considers letting European nations clear mines from Strait of Hormuz, easing pressure on oil markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:58:55 PM
Chainlink Labs hires former StarkWare and Cboe Digital legal chief as Head of Legal
Chainlink Labs' strategic legal hire underscores the increasing need for robust legal frameworks as DeFi and traditional finance converge. The post Chainlink Labs hires former StarkWare and Cboe Digital legal chief as Head of Legal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:56:32 PM
Hyperliquid Scores New $4 Billion All-Time High in Real-World Asset Trading
Traders push Hyperliquid past a $4 billion milestone, ditching classic crypto for 24/7 tokenized shares of SK Hynix and Micron.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/4/2026, 3:54:15 PM
Oil prices decline on Iran deal speculation as Rubio emphasizes denuclearization goal
The potential Iran deal could stabilize oil markets but underscores geopolitical tensions affecting future energy security and pricing. The post Oil prices decline on Iran deal speculation as Rubio emphasizes denuclearization goal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 3:53:55 PM
BitGo partners with BNY Mellon to launch BLIQUID money market fund
The partnership signifies a growing trend of traditional financial institutions embracing blockchain, potentially reshaping asset management. The post BitGo partners with BNY Mellon to launch BLIQUID money market fund appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:53:53 PM
Bernstein warns CLARITY Act failure could lower crypto valuations
Failure of the CLARITY Act could deepen regulatory uncertainty, potentially destabilizing crypto markets and prompting alternative regulatory efforts. The post Bernstein warns CLARITY Act failure could lower crypto valuations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:52:42 PM
Fake World Assets revises buyback program after community backlash
The revised buyback program aims to restore trust, but sustaining high fee volumes is crucial to prevent a potential death spiral risk. The post Fake World Assets revises buyback program after community backlash appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:51:28 PM
India expands Life Insurance Corp. share sale to $3.3 billion after massive oversubscription
India's expanded LIC share sale highlights strong investor demand, aiding fiscal goals but raising questions on future government divestments. The post India expands Life Insurance Corp. share sale to $3.3 billion after massive oversubscription appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:50:47 PM
Bitdeer expands AI infrastructure with long-term $4.7B data center lease
A 16-year agreement secures 121 megawatts of AI computing capacity in Norway, highlighting how crypto mining companies continue to pursue new revenue streams beyond Bitcoin.
By Sam Bourgi 8/4/2026, 3:50:20 PM
US Treasury’s Bessent backs expanding Fed’s FIMA facility, and crypto markets should pay attention
Expanding the FIMA facility could stabilize global markets by easing liquidity pressures, benefiting risk assets like cryptocurrencies. The post US Treasury’s Bessent backs expanding Fed’s FIMA facility, and crypto markets should pay attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:49:38 PM
US reportedly depletes long-range missile stockpiles in Iran conflict as crypto markets feel the blast radius
The depletion of US missile stockpiles may strain defense budgets, while crypto's role in sanctions evasion could prompt stricter regulations. The post US reportedly depletes long-range missile stockpiles in Iran conflict as crypto markets feel the blast radius appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:47:19 PM
Wells Fargo joins JPMorgan and Citi in the race to tokenize Wall Street’s settlement rails
Payments will run on the bank’s proprietary blockchain and be routed automatically through its existing client interface.
By Francisco Rodrigues 8/4/2026, 3:47:05 PM
US manufacturing hits fastest expansion pace since 2022 as Trump policies reshape industrial landscape
The manufacturing surge may boost domestic job creation and tech sector growth, impacting AI and crypto industries through enhanced infrastructure. The post US manufacturing hits fastest expansion pace since 2022 as Trump policies reshape industrial landscape appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:45:04 PM
Texas mandates audits for data centers before grid connections
Texas' new audit mandate for data centers may slow crypto mining growth, impacting global hash rate and investor confidence in the sector. The post Texas mandates audits for data centers before grid connections appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:44:43 PM
ARK Invest buys $9.4M in Coinbase and Circle stock
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest bought about $9.4 million worth of Coinbase and Circle shares on Aug. 3 as the U.S. Senate considered its next steps on the CLARITY Act. ARK Invest adds $8 million in Coinbase shares ARK Invest spread…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/4/2026, 3:43:01 PM
Strategy’s preferred shares $STRC hit $94 for the first time in two months
The rise in $STRC suggests growing investor confidence in Strategy's Bitcoin strategy, potentially influencing future stock valuations. The post Strategy’s preferred shares $STRC hit $94 for the first time in two months appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 3:40:20 PM
Ethereum (ETH) Is About to Break a Key Barrier: Good News for All Altcoins?
There is a growing confidence among analysts that ETH could climb above $2K in the short term.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 8/4/2026, 3:35:22 PM
BitGo migrates $7.3B in Wrapped Bitcoin to Chainlink CCIP in largest LayerZero exodus yet
The migration underscores Chainlink's growing dominance in cross-chain infrastructure, potentially reshaping DeFi's security landscape. The post BitGo migrates $7.3B in Wrapped Bitcoin to Chainlink CCIP in largest LayerZero exodus yet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:34:38 PM
SOXL jumps 18% as semiconductor stocks rebound on AI spending outlook
The semiconductor rally could boost crypto mining efficiency and infrastructure, but cyclical risks and geopolitical tensions may impact stability. The post SOXL jumps 18% as semiconductor stocks rebound on AI spending outlook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:32:48 PM
Elon Musk’s Tesla earnings calls are now AI and robotics presentations with a side of cars
Tesla's shift to AI and robotics signals a strategic pivot, potentially reshaping its market identity and financial stability amid new competition. The post Elon Musk’s Tesla earnings calls are now AI and robotics presentations with a side of cars appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:31:26 PM
MARA Opens Slipstream to the Public as Coldcard Victims Race to Escape
MARA Foundation says its Slipstream service is now open to anyone, with no signup code required, at the same moment thousands of bitcoin holders are racing to move funds off a flawed hardware wallet. MARA Strips Away the Access Codes MARA Holdings, the Nasdaq-listed bitcoin miner and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure provider, formerly...
By Jamie Redman 8/4/2026, 3:30:08 PM
Bessent says US will do whatever it takes to support Japan’s yen
Yen weakness could trigger a competitive devaluation cycle in Asia, impacting global markets and increasing financial instability risks. The post Bessent says US will do whatever it takes to support Japan’s yen appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:29:41 PM
US president Donald Trump offers Iran “one last chance” for a deal; Iran focuses on Strait of Hormuz talks
Trump's ultimatum heightens diplomatic tensions, potentially impacting global oil markets and shifting Iran's strategic priorities. The post US president Donald Trump offers Iran “one last chance” for a deal; Iran focuses on Strait of Hormuz talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 3:29:20 PM
The remaining obstacle in talks is the continued obstruction by the united states and its regional accomplices – official tells press TV
U.S. resistance may hinder diplomatic progress, affecting global energy routes and geopolitical stability in the Strait of Hormuz region. The post The remaining obstacle in talks is the continued obstruction by the united states and its regional accomplices – official tells press TV appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 3:25:01 PM
ChangeNOW and CoinRabbit Release Joint Research on Financial Privacy in Digital Assets
ChangeNOW and CoinRabbit Release Joint Research on Financial Privacy in Digital Assets
By Chainwire 8/4/2026, 3:23:55 PM
Nearly $32 Million in ‘Dormant’ Bitcoin Moves After Coldcard Hack Reaches Estimated $130M
Bitcoin Magazine Nearly $32 Million in ‘Dormant’ Bitcoin Moves After Coldcard Hack Reaches Estimated $130M Bitcoin worth close to $32 million moved for the first time in 12 years yesterday. This post Nearly $32 Million in ‘Dormant’ Bitcoin Moves After Coldcard Hack Reaches Estimated $130M first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew...
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/4/2026, 3:22:53 PM
Senate majority leader john thune announces crypto clarity act vote this week
The Crypto Clarity Act's Senate vote could reshape regulatory frameworks, impacting market dynamics and future legislative processes. The post Senate majority leader john thune announces crypto clarity act vote this week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 3:21:59 PM
Sen. Jon Husted urges approval of Clarity Act for digital assets
Regulatory clarity could stabilize crypto markets, but legislative hurdles and political dynamics may prolong uncertainty and market volatility. The post Sen. Jon Husted urges approval of Clarity Act for digital assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:21:35 PM
Scott Bessent predicts US-Iran deal on Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday, oil prices slide
A US-Iran deal could ease global inflation pressures, impacting monetary policy, asset valuations, and potentially boosting stablecoin use. The post Scott Bessent predicts US-Iran deal on Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday, oil prices slide appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:19:57 PM
Esports team ex-MANA advances to ESL Challenger League final as competitive gaming eyes crypto crossover
Ex-MANA's rise highlights the potential for new esports teams to disrupt established hierarchies, amid evolving crypto-esports dynamics. The post Esports team ex-MANA advances to ESL Challenger League final as competitive gaming eyes crypto crossover appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:18:01 PM
Palantir raises full-year outlook as US demand sends revenue soaring 93%
Palantir's robust growth and raised outlook highlight the enduring demand for AI and data analytics, influencing broader market dynamics. The post Palantir raises full-year outlook as US demand sends revenue soaring 93% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:13:27 PM
Bybit.eu Expands European Offering as Bybit Payments GmbH Secures Electronic Money Institution Licence
Bybit.eu Expands European Offering as Bybit Payments GmbH Secures Electronic Money Institution Licence
By Chainwire 8/4/2026, 3:13:19 PM
Just in: Today’s US senate schedule does not include the crypto clarity act
The delay in the Crypto Clarity Act's Senate consideration may hinder regulatory progress, affecting market confidence and legislative priorities. The post Just in: Today’s US senate schedule does not include the crypto clarity act appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/4/2026, 3:11:50 PM
DDN and Nvidia team up to let GPUs grab their own data, targeting AI’s biggest bottleneck
This collaboration enhances AI efficiency by reducing latency and costs, potentially transforming AI infrastructure and scaling capabilities. The post DDN and Nvidia team up to let GPUs grab their own data, targeting AI’s biggest bottleneck appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/4/2026, 3:11:20 PM