Moody’s Ratings expands Token Integration Engine to Solana mainnet
Moody's integration with Solana could streamline credit risk assessment in tokenized securities, potentially attracting more institutional investors. The post Moody’s Ratings expands Token Integration Engine to Solana mainnet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:39:57 PM
Trump threatens to resume bombing campaign if Iran does not comply
Heightened US-Iran tensions could destabilize global markets, impacting oil prices and crypto volatility, while prompting stricter regulatory measures. The post Trump threatens to resume bombing campaign if Iran does not comply appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:39:53 PM
Crypto Industry Slams Illinois’ New Digital Asset Tax as ‘Most Punitive’ in U.S.
Bitcoin Magazine Crypto Industry Slams Illinois’ New Digital Asset Tax as ‘Most Punitive’ in U.S. Illinois became the first U.S. state to impose a transaction-based crypto tax after Gov. JB Pritzker signed SB 3019 into law. This post Crypto Industry Slams Illinois’ New Digital Asset Tax as ‘Most Punitive’ in U.S. first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine...
By Micah Zimmerman 6/17/2026, 1:33:47 PM
Virtune lists Crypto Altcoin Index ETP on Warsaw Stock Exchange, its sixth Polish listing
Virtune's ETP listing in Poland enhances regulated crypto access, reflecting rising demand for diversified investment options in the region. The post Virtune lists Crypto Altcoin Index ETP on Warsaw Stock Exchange, its sixth Polish listing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:33:09 PM
Argentina’s crypto community questions Javier Milei aide’s $200K Bitcoin claim
The scrutiny over Adorni's Bitcoin claims highlights potential transparency issues in Argentina's government, impacting public trust and crypto policy. The post Argentina’s crypto community questions Javier Milei aide’s $200K Bitcoin claim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:32:30 PM
Google unveils new Home speaker featuring Gemini chatbot integration
Google's focus on proprietary AI for smart homes may intensify privacy concerns and shift investment away from decentralized AI models. The post Google unveils new Home speaker featuring Gemini chatbot integration appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:31:48 PM
Crypto Exchanges Cash In on Gold, Oil and Stocks as Bitcoin Demand Cools
CryptoQuant data shows TradFi-linked crypto trading surging as Bitcoin and broader crypto volumes weaken to multi-year lows. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Simona Ram 6/17/2026, 1:30:00 PM
The Make TON Great Again roadmap: 3 steps left, explained
Pavel Durov’s seven-step plan to rebuild Gram around Telegram is four steps in. The speed upgrade, the fee cut, the validator takeover, and the rename have all shipped. Here is what each one did, and what the three undisclosed steps…
By Rony Roy 6/17/2026, 1:30:00 PM
France Quietly Overtakes Spain as Two World Cup Prediction Markets Near $3B in Combined Volume
Traders on Polymarket and Kalshi have committed more than $2.8 billion combined to predict the 2026 FIFA World Cup winner, with France holding the top spot across both platforms as the group stage heats up. France Leads, Spain Slips On Polymarket, France sits at an 18% implied probability, with shares trading at 18.5 cents and […]
By Jamie Redman 6/17/2026, 1:28:52 PM
Olivier Giroud discusses strategy to face Messi in World Cup, now pivots to crypto ambassador role
Giroud's crypto ambassador role highlights the growing trend of athletes influencing digital asset markets, posing both opportunities and risks. The post Olivier Giroud discusses strategy to face Messi in World Cup, now pivots to crypto ambassador role appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:28:25 PM
Important Pi Network (PI) Clarification Concerning All Pioneers: Details
The disclosure triggered widespread frustration in the community, with many calling on the team to take a completely different course of action.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 6/17/2026, 1:26:53 PM
UK government denies seeking carve-out from US AI export controls on Anthropic models
The US export controls on AI models highlight growing geopolitical tensions and could drive interest in decentralized AI solutions. The post UK government denies seeking carve-out from US AI export controls on Anthropic models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:26:31 PM
US government aims to release US-Iran deal text by Friday
The deal's success could stabilize energy markets and attract significant investment to Iran, contingent on Iran's compliance with nuclear terms. The post US government aims to release US-Iran deal text by Friday appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:23:58 PM
CME Group CEO Terry Duffy to step down, CFO Lynne Fitzpatrick to take the reins on March 1
Lynne Fitzpatrick's leadership may steer CME Group towards cautious innovation, balancing growth with regulatory compliance in crypto derivatives. The post CME Group CEO Terry Duffy to step down, CFO Lynne Fitzpatrick to take the reins on March 1 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:22:21 PM
Haaland’s World Cup brace reignites interest in sports NFTs and athlete-linked tokens
Haaland's performance highlights the potential for athlete-driven value in digital collectibles, impacting sports NFTs and prediction markets. The post Haaland’s World Cup brace reignites interest in sports NFTs and athlete-linked tokens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:21:59 PM
CME Group CEO Terry Duffy to step down in March 2027
The leadership transition at CME Group could influence the future regulatory landscape and institutional engagement in crypto markets. The post CME Group CEO Terry Duffy to step down in March 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:21:29 PM
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Bitcoin Cash (BCH) drops 3.1%, leading index lower
Cardano (ADA), down 2.8%, was also among the underperformers.
By CoinDesk Indices 6/17/2026, 1:20:23 PM
Stellar (XLM) Price Has Broken Out—Will the Rally Extend or Face a Reality Check?
The post Stellar (XLM) Price Has Broken Out—Will the Rally Extend or Face a Reality Check? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Stellar (XLM) price has rallied sharply from the $0.18-$0.19 support zone and recently reclaimed the key $0.22 resistance level, marking a notable shift in short-term market structure. The move has been supported by...
By Sahana Vibhute 6/17/2026, 1:19:34 PM
Stanford introduces decentralized language model framework DeLM
DeLM's decentralized approach could revolutionize AI efficiency and cost-effectiveness, fostering innovation in collaborative AI systems. The post Stanford introduces decentralized language model framework DeLM appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:18:07 PM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Cointelegraph 6/17/2026, 1:15:40 PM
XRP at “Range-Rebuild” Phase—Key Levels to Watch
XRP is stuck within a price range, with a recent analysis highlighting levels the coin needs to reclaim for bulls to gain control of proceedings. XRP has failed to maintain a clear price direction in recent times, with uptrends followed by pullbacks to lower prices. Visit Website
By Elendu Benedict 6/17/2026, 1:14:51 PM
Analyst Who Correctly Predicted XRP Rebound to $1.26 Reveals What Comes Next
A prominent market analyst who correctly predicted the recent XRP rebound to $1.26 has now mentioned what traders should expect next. XRP recently recovered from its yearly low of $1.05, joining the broader crypto market resurgence. Visit Website
By Mark Brennan 6/17/2026, 1:14:34 PM
European Council president reaches out to Kremlin in bid to start Ukraine peace talks
The EU's outreach to Russia could signal a shift towards diplomatic solutions, potentially altering geopolitical dynamics and EU unity. The post European Council president reaches out to Kremlin in bid to start Ukraine peace talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:13:17 PM
KuCoin Targets Growing Demand for Professional Crypto Asset Management With New Quant Fund
As digital asset investors increasingly seek professional portfolio management tools, KuCoin has launched the KuCoin Wealth Quant Fund, a new investment vehicle aimed at high-net-worth users looking for alternatives to traditional trading and yield products.
By CryptoDaily 6/17/2026, 1:12:48 PM
Fox, Telemundo set record with 27.5M viewers for US World Cup opener as crypto markets gear up
The record viewership highlights growing US interest in soccer, potentially boosting crypto markets and fan token investments significantly. The post Fox, Telemundo set record with 27.5M viewers for US World Cup opener as crypto markets gear up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:11:43 PM
Egyptian pound crashes to record lows as oil shock hammers import-dependent economy
The Egyptian pound's decline exacerbates economic vulnerabilities, prompting shifts in monetary policy and sparking interest in alternative assets. The post Egyptian pound crashes to record lows as oil shock hammers import-dependent economy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:10:31 PM
What Is Shiba Inu? A Complete Guide to the SHIB Token
Shiba Inu (SHIB) is an Ethereum-based memecoin launched in August 2020 by an anonymous creator known as “Ryoshi.” It started as a Dogecoin-inspired experiment in decentralized community building and has since expanded into an ecosystem with its own Layer 2 network, Shibarium, a decentralized exchange called ShibaSwap, and a governance token called...
By N/A 6/17/2026, 1:08:36 PM
US retail sales rise 0.9% in May, nearly doubling forecasts in broad advance
Robust retail sales growth may deter Federal Reserve rate cuts, impacting monetary policy and economic forecasts. The post US retail sales rise 0.9% in May, nearly doubling forecasts in broad advance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:07:38 PM
Kevin Warsh holds first Fed press conference as new FOMC chairman
Warsh's leadership may alter Fed communication, impacting market strategies and investor behavior amid persistent inflation concerns. The post Kevin Warsh holds first Fed press conference as new FOMC chairman appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:07:24 PM
Thiel-backed Plasma debuts stablecoin neobank with Visa card and XPL rewards
Plasma One's integration of stablecoin banking and payments could accelerate mainstream crypto adoption by simplifying user experience. The post Thiel-backed Plasma debuts stablecoin neobank with Visa card and XPL rewards appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 6/17/2026, 1:05:54 PM
Sam Altman emphasizes emotional clarity as key post-AGI skill
Emphasizing emotional clarity in the post-AGI era highlights a shift towards valuing human-centric skills in tech leadership and decision-making. The post Sam Altman emphasizes emotional clarity as key post-AGI skill appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:05:03 PM
Base unveils B20 token standard, enhancing onchain asset management
Base's B20 token standard could enhance regulatory readiness and market integration, potentially influencing future token launches and strategies. The post Base unveils B20 token standard, enhancing onchain asset management appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/17/2026, 1:04:51 PM
US equity-index futures flat as markets brace for Kevin Warsh’s first Fed decision
Warsh's Fed leadership may signal shifts in monetary policy, impacting liquidity and risk assets, with crypto markets particularly sensitive. The post US equity-index futures flat as markets brace for Kevin Warsh’s first Fed decision appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:04:40 PM
Trump calls $300B Iran investment report false, warns of military action
Trump's stance on Iran highlights geopolitical tensions affecting global markets, with potential military action influencing energy and crypto sectors. The post Trump calls $300B Iran investment report false, warns of military action appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:02:22 PM
Analyst Known for Nailing Bitcoin Cycles Says Key Indicator Signaling Low Is In for BTC, Sees Asset Repeating 2022 Pattern
A veteran trader who has a history of nailing Bitcoin’s cycles says a key indicator is signaling BTC has bottomed. Dave the Wave tells his 188,700 followers on X that Bitcoin’s moving average convergence divergence (MACD) indicator seems to be forming a similar 2022 pattern that led to a massive breakout. The MACD is a […] The post Analyst Known...
By Daily Hodl Staff 6/17/2026, 1:00:31 PM
Bipartisan CBDC Ban Deal Would Block Fed Digital Dollar Until 2030
A bipartisan deal in Congress would block the Federal Reserve from issuing a CBDC until the end of 2030, though the measure has not yet become law.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:00:29 PM
DDC Enterprise acquires 95 Bitcoin, totaling 2,899 BTC in its corporate treasury
DDC's Bitcoin strategy shifts its corporate identity, making its stock a volatile proxy for Bitcoin, impacting investor risk profiles. The post DDC Enterprise acquires 95 Bitcoin, totaling 2,899 BTC in its corporate treasury appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 1:00:25 PM
FL4MUS expresses excitement for Major playoffs after bench period
FL4MUS's return highlights the resilience needed in esports, underscoring the volatile nature of professional gaming careers. The post FL4MUS expresses excitement for Major playoffs after bench period appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 12:55:56 PM
XRP Hits Key Bull Defense Line Ahead of FOMC; Next 45 Days Are Crucial for Shiba Inu (SHIB) Bull Case, History Indicates; Ethereum Hits Glamsterdam Milestone: Morning Crypto Report
XRP tests crucial $1.19 support ahead of new Fed chair debut, while Shiba Inu coin faces a 45-day price crossroads and Ethereum launches Glamsterdam testnets.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 6/17/2026, 12:55:30 PM
Cantor Equity Partners VII prices $250M IPO as Cantor Fitzgerald doubles down on crypto-adjacent SPACs
Cantor's SPAC strategy highlights a growing trend of using SPACs as a faster, cost-effective route for crypto firms to access public markets. The post Cantor Equity Partners VII prices $250M IPO as Cantor Fitzgerald doubles down on crypto-adjacent SPACs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 12:55:18 PM
Inveniam to acquire Mantra after turbulent year marked by OM crash
Inveniam announced plans to acquire Mantra, a blockchain project that spent the past year recovering from the collapse of its OM token and prolonged market pressure.
By Zoltan Vardai 6/17/2026, 12:54:40 PM
A new Bittensor proposal would turn validators into something like fund managers
Root Reborn would have TAO validators pick which subnets to back and reinvest yield into, rather than constantly selling subnet tokens to pay stakers. It is a code proposal in review, not a live change.
By Shaurya Malwa 6/17/2026, 12:54:28 PM
Trump to defend leaked Iran deal at G7 summit press conference
The leaked Iran deal could stabilize oil markets and lower prices, but its success hinges on a final nuclear agreement and compliance assurance. The post Trump to defend leaked Iran deal at G7 summit press conference appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 12:54:15 PM
World Liberty Financial (WLFI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Is WLFI Entering Discovery Phase?
The post World Liberty Financial (WLFI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Is WLFI Entering Discovery Phase? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights WLFI price today is at $ Price predictions for 2026 range from $0.30 to $0.80. Long term outlook suggests gradual growth potential to approach $5.00 by 2030. World Liberty Financial...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 6/17/2026, 12:53:46 PM
Bybit added to Singapore MAS Investor Alert List
Bybit's addition to the MAS list highlights regulatory challenges for crypto exchanges, impacting investor trust and market dynamics in Singapore. The post Bybit added to Singapore MAS Investor Alert List appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 12:52:48 PM
UK fines Sabre over £1M for sanctions breach tied to Russian airline services
The hefty fine underscores the UK's intensified sanctions enforcement, highlighting the critical role of compliance in global travel tech. The post UK fines Sabre over £1M for sanctions breach tied to Russian airline services appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 12:51:08 PM
Tenet Security emerges from stealth with $6M to police AI agents before they go rogue
Tenet Security's emergence highlights the urgent need for robust AI oversight to prevent potential disruptions across diverse industries. The post Tenet Security emerges from stealth with $6M to police AI agents before they go rogue appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 12:50:35 PM
On-Chain, In Court: What happened in crypto legal news this week
The Polymarket insider trading case and a retrial of Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm are expected to move forward in late 2026 while former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky awaits a response to his motion to vacate his sentence.
By Turner Wright 6/17/2026, 12:50:25 PM
Egypt’s pound becomes world’s best-performing currency after US-Iran deal
Egypt's pound surge highlights the potential for geopolitical shifts to significantly impact emerging markets' economic stability and investor sentiment. The post Egypt’s pound becomes world’s best-performing currency after US-Iran deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/17/2026, 12:49:10 PM
Iran strikes ships in Strait of Hormuz as deal signing looms
Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz heighten geopolitical tensions, risking global trade disruptions and potential military escalations. The post Iran strikes ships in Strait of Hormuz as deal signing looms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/17/2026, 12:49:09 PM