Fed rate cut before 2027 slips to 32.9% chance, lowest in months
The shift in rate cut expectations signals prolonged economic tightening, impacting asset valuations and investor strategies across markets. The post Fed rate cut before 2027 slips to 32.9% chance, lowest in months appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:46:21 PM
Deribit Bitcoin options top BlackRock IBIT at $31.3B
Bitcoin options open interest on Deribit has reached $31.3 billion, overtaking BlackRock’s IBIT ahead of a $6.25 billion expiry. Deribit’s Bitcoin options open interest climbed to $31.3 billion on May 21, overtaking BlackRock’s IBIT at $27 billion. The reversal comes…
By Peace Longe 5/21/2026, 6:45:29 PM
Standard Chartered plans to cut 7,500 jobs, replace with AI by 2030
Standard Chartered's AI-driven job cuts highlight a broader trend of automation reshaping workforce dynamics and profitability strategies. The post Standard Chartered plans to cut 7,500 jobs, replace with AI by 2030 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:41:59 PM
Walmart warns of petrol rationing as Iran war squeezes American consumers
Rising fuel costs due to geopolitical tensions may trigger a broader economic slowdown, impacting consumer spending and retail profits. The post Walmart warns of petrol rationing as Iran war squeezes American consumers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:41:51 PM
White House postpones signing ceremony for AI executive order
The delay highlights ongoing challenges in balancing AI innovation with regulatory oversight, potentially impacting US leadership in AI development. The post White House postpones signing ceremony for AI executive order appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:39:47 PM
Turkey liquidates nearly all US Treasuries to defend lira amid Iran war fallout
Turkey's drastic reserve depletion to stabilize the lira highlights vulnerabilities in emerging markets during geopolitical crises, risking future instability. The post Turkey liquidates nearly all US Treasuries to defend lira amid Iran war fallout appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:36:23 PM
SN9 enables large-scale AI model training using IOTA architecture
IOTA's collaborative model democratizes AI training, potentially lowering entry barriers and fostering innovation, but scalability challenges remain. The post SN9 enables large-scale AI model training using IOTA architecture appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:32:46 PM
WiseTech begins layoffs of 2,000 employees as AI replaces manual coding
WiseTech's AI-driven layoffs highlight a shift towards automation, potentially accelerating AI adoption and impacting global labor markets. The post WiseTech begins layoffs of 2,000 employees as AI replaces manual coding appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:32:25 PM
Why Thousands of Community Users Are Moving Into XRPPower to Earn Daily AI-Powered Income
Over the past several months, conversations within the community have begun to shift noticeably. While many traders continue focusing on short-term market volatility, a growing number of proponents are now paying closer attention to AI-powered digital income platforms that emphasize automation, accessibility, and long-term ecosystem participation....
By Guest Author 5/21/2026, 6:32:05 PM
ADNOC warns Gulf oil disruptions may persist until 2027, impacting WTI prices
ADNOC's warning highlights potential long-term supply constraints, influencing global energy costs and inflation, impacting economic stability. The post ADNOC warns Gulf oil disruptions may persist until 2027, impacting WTI prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 6:27:45 PM
Ripple’s XRP Looks Ready For Monster Breakout, Says Popular Trader— But There’s A Catch
One crypto trader believes Ripple’s XRP could be on the verge of a major breakout, but only if it can overcome a crucial resistance level.
By Brenda Ngari 5/21/2026, 6:19:20 PM
Zcash (ZEC) Soars 27% Weekly: 3 AIs Debate Whether It Can Break Into the Top 10 in 2026
"Zcash is built to be a rebel - and rebels rarely win popularity contests," Gemini stated.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 5/21/2026, 6:14:57 PM
National Hockey League partners with US CFTC on prediction market safeguards
The NHL-CFTC partnership enhances market integrity, setting a precedent for sports leagues to integrate regulatory oversight in prediction markets. The post National Hockey League partners with US CFTC on prediction market safeguards appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:10:26 PM
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang: AI will be multitrillion-dollar industry with ‘very clear’ ROI
AI's projected multitrillion-dollar growth highlights its transformative economic impact, driving competition and innovation across industries. The post Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang: AI will be multitrillion-dollar industry with ‘very clear’ ROI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:07:23 PM
Google showcases Gemma 4-powered Open Duck robot that anyone can 3D print at home
Google's initiative democratizes AI robotics, enabling local, cloud-independent AI applications, potentially transforming personal and educational tech landscapes. The post Google showcases Gemma 4-powered Open Duck robot that anyone can 3D print at home appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:06:38 PM
Missouri AG Files Suit Against Coinflip, Targets Over 140 Bitcoin ATM Kiosks in the State
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway filed a lawsuit May 20, 2026, against GPD Holdings LLC, the company operating the Coinflip Bitcoin ATM network, accusing it of knowingly facilitating fraud while hiding fees that reached as high as 21.9% of each transaction. Missouri Sues Coinflip for Hiding 21.9% Fees and Allegedly Enabling Crypto Scams...
By Jamie Redman 5/21/2026, 6:05:19 PM
Bitcoin ETF demand weakens despite CLARITY Act policy win
Washington just gave crypto one of its clearest policy wins of 2026. Bitcoin ETF demand cracked anyway. The Senate Banking Committee advanced H.R. 3633, the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, by a 15-9 vote on May 14, sending the market-structure bill toward the Senate floor. CryptoSlate reported that Bitcoin moved back above $81,000 after the...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 5/21/2026, 6:05:02 PM
SpaceX eyes $1.5T IPO valuation, could make Musk first trillionaire
SpaceX's potential IPO could reshape the aerospace industry, influence market dynamics, and redefine wealth benchmarks globally. The post SpaceX eyes $1.5T IPO valuation, could make Musk first trillionaire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 6:04:15 PM
Deep Fission seeks $156M in US IPO to power AI’s insatiable energy appetite
Deep Fission's IPO highlights the growing intersection of nuclear innovation and AI energy demands, potentially reshaping energy markets. The post Deep Fission seeks $156M in US IPO to power AI’s insatiable energy appetite appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:03:18 PM
Coinbase Exchange enables full trading for WRON-USD, NEX-USD, and USDC pairs
Coinbase's expanded trading pairs enhance liquidity and accessibility, potentially increasing market participation and diversifying investment options. The post Coinbase Exchange enables full trading for WRON-USD, NEX-USD, and USDC pairs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:02:52 PM
IG Europe partners with Bitpanda to bring spot crypto trading across the EU
IG's partnership with Bitpanda could accelerate crypto adoption in the EU, integrating digital assets into mainstream trading platforms. The post IG Europe partners with Bitpanda to bring spot crypto trading across the EU appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 6:00:12 PM
Ethereum sees 3 firms test HKDAP stablecoin
Hong Kong’s first officially approved HKD-backed stablecoin, HKDAP, has completed a live transfer test on Ethereum involving three licensed firms. The transfer of Hong Kong’s HKD-backed stablecoin on Ethereum (ETH) demonstrates the regulator’s willingness to adopt innovative DeFi tooling. According…
By Andrew Folkler 5/21/2026, 6:00:00 PM
EU to Review MiCA, as 80% of Crypto Firms Vanish in Compliance Cull
The European Commission has a long-standing habit of checking its own homework and MiCA is next up on the docket. On Tuesday, Brussels launched a formal consultation to gather feedback on the functioning of the Regulation. For the stakeholders involved, the exchanges, the issuers, and the industry associations, this is an invitation to revisit the...
By Adonis Adoni 5/21/2026, 6:00:00 PM
Wall Street-Backed Exchange Opens Route Into XRP
Ripple’s institutional prime brokerage has integrated with EDX Markets—the Citadel, Fidelity and Schwab-backed exchange. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/21/2026, 5:58:00 PM
JPMorgan, Bank of America underwrite CATL IPO despite Pentagon military designation
The banks' actions may prompt stricter regulations on US financial dealings with military-linked firms, impacting global investment dynamics. The post JPMorgan, Bank of America underwrite CATL IPO despite Pentagon military designation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:55:18 PM
Iran and US reach final draft of nuclear deal through Pakistani mediation
The potential US-Iran nuclear deal could ease regional tensions and reshape geopolitical dynamics, despite minimal impact on Iran's leadership. The post Iran and US reach final draft of nuclear deal through Pakistani mediation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 5:55:16 PM
US government intensifies crackdown on Iran’s cryptocurrency use with $500M asset freeze
The asset freeze amplifies economic pressure on Iran, potentially destabilizing its financial networks and impacting global crypto markets. The post US government intensifies crackdown on Iran’s cryptocurrency use with $500M asset freeze appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:53:00 PM
Blockchain.com confidentially submits IPO filing with SEC
The crypto services company began the US IPO process as companies across the digital asset sector weigh public market debuts.
By Nate Kostar 5/21/2026, 5:30:31 PM
Mark Cuban says he sold most of his Bitcoin after failed hedge narrative 'disappointed' the billionaire
The billionaire investor said he sold most of his bitcoin after concluding the cryptocurrency failed to act as a hedge during recent geopolitical turmoil and dollar weakness.
By Helene Braun 5/21/2026, 5:30:16 PM
Chainlink Sees Historic On-Chain Surge While Exchange Supply Keeps Shrinking – Details
Chainlink has lost the $10 mark as the market faces a retrace that could extend further. Leaving holders navigate a price structure that offers little immediate comfort. The decline is real — but a CryptoOnchain report has identified a development in the network data from earlier this month that reframes what the current price weakness is actually...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 5/21/2026, 5:30:08 PM
VNC Chain Development Team Announces Upcoming Mainnet Launch Window, Decentralized Wallet Infrastructure, and Ecosystem Expansion Strategy
NEW YORK, May 21, 2026 (Globeprwire.com) — The VNC Chain development team has officially announced...
By Globe PRwire 5/21/2026, 5:29:22 PM
US-Iran reach draft agreement, sanctions to be lifted gradually
The draft agreement may ease Middle Eastern tensions, impacting global trade and security, while leaving Russia-Ukraine dynamics unchanged. The post US-Iran reach draft agreement, sanctions to be lifted gradually appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 5:24:04 PM
Strategy’s Michael Saylor says tokenization will let investors ‘shop for yield’ in challenge to traditional banking
Tokenization could democratize finance, enabling investors to bypass traditional banks, but may introduce higher volatility and risk. The post Strategy’s Michael Saylor says tokenization will let investors ‘shop for yield’ in challenge to traditional banking appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:23:43 PM
MoonPay expands institutional crypto push with Trade execution platform
MoonPay Trade gives institutions single API access to onchain execution, settlement, and liquidity across 200 blockchains. The post MoonPay expands institutional crypto push with Trade execution platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 5:23:08 PM
Bitcoin Bulls Lose Control After $78,000 Rejection Wipes out Overnight Recovery
Bitcoin has erased its recent gains, failing to hold the $78,000 threshold and dropping to just above $77,000. Bitcoin Erases Gains as ETF Outflows Mount Bitcoin endured yet another underwhelming session, failing to hold the $78,000 mark and erasing earlier gains to close the 24 hours just above $77,000. The price action reversed the momentum […]
By Terence Zimwara 5/21/2026, 5:21:35 PM
VerifiedX launches vBTC.b on Base with Fireblocks support for Bitcoin redemption and DeFi integration
vBTC.b's launch could significantly enhance Bitcoin's role in DeFi, attracting institutional investors and increasing cross-chain liquidity. The post VerifiedX launches vBTC.b on Base with Fireblocks support for Bitcoin redemption and DeFi integration appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:20:32 PM
Julia Letlow gains momentum with 5 Republican senators’ endorsement
Letlow's endorsements highlight a strategic party shift, potentially reshaping the primary landscape and diminishing Cassidy's prospects. The post Julia Letlow gains momentum with 5 Republican senators’ endorsement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 5:20:24 PM
HYPE reaches new all-time high above $62 as ETF inflows accelerate
HYPE's surge and ETF inflows highlight growing institutional interest, potentially reshaping crypto market dynamics and investment strategies. The post HYPE reaches new all-time high above $62 as ETF inflows accelerate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 5:16:36 PM
Putin proposes storing Iranian enriched uranium in Russia, pitches plan to Xi Jinping
Putin's uranium storage proposal could reshape geopolitical dynamics, potentially stabilizing Middle East tensions and impacting global markets. The post Putin proposes storing Iranian enriched uranium in Russia, pitches plan to Xi Jinping appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:15:46 PM
MoonPay expands into tokenized assets and DeFi markets for banks
MoonPay's expansion into tokenized assets and DeFi markets could redefine traditional banking roles, integrating them with decentralized finance. The post MoonPay expands into tokenized assets and DeFi markets for banks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:12:26 PM
Department of Health and Human Services launches AI crackdown on Medicaid fraud
The AI-driven initiative could significantly reduce healthcare costs and reshape compliance standards, impacting both providers and tech firms. The post Department of Health and Human Services launches AI crackdown on Medicaid fraud appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:11:30 PM
Boeing secures 200 aircraft order from China, with potential to expand to 750 planes
Boeing's deal with China revitalizes its market presence, impacting global aerospace competition and boosting U.S. industrial ties. The post Boeing secures 200 aircraft order from China, with potential to expand to 750 planes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:10:58 PM
Ripple Courts Institutions As XRP Price Hampers At Support
XRP climbs up the ladder in CNBC's United States Disruptor TOP 150: will this public recognition result in price appreciation? Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 5/21/2026, 5:09:47 PM
Samsung Electronics averts strike with pay deal, divisions emerge among workers
Samsung's pay deal highlights growing internal disparities, risking long-term workforce morale and unity amid uneven AI-driven rewards. The post Samsung Electronics averts strike with pay deal, divisions emerge among workers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:08:00 PM
Fundstrat’s Tom Lee Outlines Three Critical Tests That Could Impact the Broader Stock Market in the Next Few Months
Fundstrat co-founder and managing partner Tom Lee says the broader stock market could face several key challenges over the next few months, even as he remains optimistic on the long-term outlook for artificial intelligence (AI) and technology stocks. In a new CNBC interview, Lee says investors are likely to focus on how the Federal Reserve...
By Daily Hodl Staff 5/21/2026, 5:07:42 PM
Bank of England’s Taylor warns rate hikes needed only in worst-case scenario
Taylor's stance suggests stability in UK interest rates, easing market fears unless severe geopolitical tensions escalate inflation risks. The post Bank of England’s Taylor warns rate hikes needed only in worst-case scenario appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:07:40 PM
Iran war strains European economy, boosts WTI crude oil price outlook
European economic strain from the Iran conflict highlights the vulnerability of global markets to geopolitical tensions, impacting oil prices. The post Iran war strains European economy, boosts WTI crude oil price outlook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 5:07:27 PM
US Sanctions Sinaloa Cartel Network for Laundering Drug Profits Through Cryptocurrency
The U.S. government has designated twelve individuals and two companies involved in money laundering operations for the Sinaloa Cartel. The groups allegedly transformed cash coming from the sales of drugs and fentanyl in the U.S. and converted it into cryptocurrency. US Sanctions Sinaloa Cartel Crypto Money Laundering Networks On Wednesday, the...
By Sergio Goschenko 5/21/2026, 5:05:27 PM
DDC Enterprise buys 200 Bitcoin, raising total to 2,583 BTC
DDC's strategic Bitcoin accumulation highlights a bold shift in corporate treasury management, posing significant risk amid market volatility. The post DDC Enterprise buys 200 Bitcoin, raising total to 2,583 BTC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:05:05 PM
SEC Looking To Greenlight Trading of Tokenized Stocks on Decentralized Crypto Platforms: Report
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly preparing to roll out a new framework for trading tokenized stocks on decentralized crypto platforms. Citing people familiar with the matter, Bloomberg reports that the SEC is expected to release its so-called innovation exemption for tokenized stocks as early as this week. The...
By Rhodilee Jean Dolor 5/21/2026, 5:04:33 PM