Manchester City sets £70 million price tag for Rodri as Barcelona interest intensifies
Barcelona's intensified pursuit of Rodri could reshape La Liga dynamics, while City's firm stance underscores the strategic value of key players. The post Manchester City sets £70 million price tag for Rodri as Barcelona interest intensifies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 6:17:30 AM
AI-Powered Crypto Phishing Changes the Economics of Attacks
Chainalysis reports $14B flowed to scam addresses in 2025 as AI‑enabled phishing proved 4.5× more profitable. We examine the data, PhaaS, and the defense response.
By Karim Daniels 8/13/2026, 6:15:12 AM
Important Pi Network News and PI Token Price Update: August 13
Here's the latest within the broader Pi Network ecosystem and token moves as PI tries to recover from its July slump.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/13/2026, 6:14:51 AM
Top 10 dApp Tokens of August 2026
Blockchain is often closely associated with Bitcoin, but its potential extends well beyond powering a single digital asset. By providing a decentralised, transparent, and tamper-resistant infrastructure, blockchain enables users and organisations to interact and exchange value without relying entirely on traditional intermediaries. This has opened...
By N/A 8/13/2026, 6:14:29 AM
Bitwise CIO sees crypto valuations doubling on token revenue
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says revenue-linked token buybacks could lift crypto valuations, as DeFi protocols expand fee-funded burns.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/13/2026, 6:11:38 AM
Bank of Korea buys $250M in gold ETFs, first purchase in 13 years
The Bank of Korea's gold ETF purchase highlights a trend of central banks diversifying reserves, potentially influencing global gold markets. The post Bank of Korea buys $250M in gold ETFs, first purchase in 13 years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 5:55:26 AM
Regulation Crypto arrives Friday: what the SEC’s 400 page proposal actually says
The SEC votes August 14 on its first formal crypto rulemaking. The proposal creates three exemption pathways, a decentralization off ramp for tokens, and a framework that could make congressional legislation optional. Here is what each provision means in practice.…
By Andrew Folkler 8/13/2026, 5:55:09 AM
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 Ezra Reguerra 8/13/2026, 5:54:56 AM
Top Altcoins Price Forecast: XRP holds at make-or-break level, ADA and SOL risk 50-day EMA breakout
Top altcoins, including Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), and Solana (SOL), are facing downside pressure, holding at crucial support levels. The technical outlook for XRP, ADA, and SOL indicates a mild bearish bias as downside pressure mounts.
By N/A 8/13/2026, 5:53:59 AM
Solana stays online as 102 of 699 validators stop voting
Solana stayed online after a Teraswitch routing failure disrupted validators, with 597 of 699 still voting and full recovery within 40 minutes.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/13/2026, 5:51:38 AM
AI Is Bullish for Crypto, Bitwise Advisor Says
Artificial intelligence may be drawing investment capital away from Bitcoin today, but former Bitwise portfolio manager Jeff Park argues the AI boom could become a powerful catalyst for BTC.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/13/2026, 5:37:41 AM
Metaplanet denies selling bitcoin worth $320 million
Metaplanet CEO dismisses bitcoin sale rumors, confirms 43,000 BTC holdings
By Omkar Godbole 8/13/2026, 5:34:48 AM
ASX shareholder seeks court action against former directors
ASX shareholder Rosherville plans a Federal Court bid against former directors over the failed CHESS project after ASX’s A$20.5M penalty.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/13/2026, 5:30:53 AM
Trump Sued Over $100K Truth Social Feed as Trump Media Eyes Prediction Market Data Deals
The Intercept and Freedom of the Press Foundation have sued President Donald Trump over Truth API, a subscription service that charges up to $100,000 per month for low-latency access to Truth Social posts.
By Jose Oramas 8/13/2026, 5:28:50 AM
Bitcoin firms ask AI labs for same tools attackers already have
Coinbase, Block, BitGo and dozens of others signed a letter arguing that safety guardrails on frontier models are blocking legitimate security work while adversaries face no such limits.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/13/2026, 5:21:21 AM
Metaplanet CEO ends sale speculation after 5,014 BTC move
Metaplanet says no Bitcoin was sold after moving 5,014 BTC worth $322 million between custodial addresses, with holdings unchanged at 43,000 BTC.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/13/2026, 5:18:22 AM
Goldman Sachs Buys NEOS Investments in $2.25B Deal for Instant Crypto ETF Foothold
Goldman Sachs will pay up to $2.25 billion for NEOS Investments, owner of the $1.1 billion BTCI Bitcoin covered-call fund, while its own Bitcoin income ETF still waits on a registration date. The post Goldman Sachs Buys NEOS Investments in $2.25B Deal for Instant Crypto ETF Foothold appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 8/13/2026, 5:18:18 AM
Monero Price Forecast: Extends rally as derivatives metrics, technical signals turn firmly bullish
Monero (XMR) extends its gains, trading above $397 on Thursday after finding support around the key support zone the previous day. Strengthening derivatives metrics and a constructive technical outlook suggest momentum is building, hinting at a further rally for XMR.
By N/A 8/13/2026, 5:04:29 AM
Trump, Truth Social Sued Over $100K Fast-Track Access
Two news organisations are suing Donald Trump and two White House officials over Truth API, the $100,000-a-month feed that delivers his Truth Social posts to paying subscribers first. The post Trump, Truth Social Sued Over $100K Fast-Track Access appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 8/13/2026, 5:02:25 AM
Crypto valuations could double as protocols link revenue to tokens: Bitwise CIO
Bitwise’s Matt Hougan expects revenue-capture mechanisms to spread across DeFi applications and layer-1 networks over the next 12 to 24 months.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/13/2026, 5:01:42 AM
Arizona crypto ATM law refunds $171K to scam victims
Arizona’s crypto ATM law helped 35 scam victims recover $171,332, as its 30 day refund rule offers a U.S. alternative to kiosk bans.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/13/2026, 5:00:28 AM
Reporter Poses as VC to Expose Suspected North Korean Crypto Operatives
A fake crypto startup lured suspected North Korean IT workers into a monitored workplace, while a reporter posed as an investor to help expose their methods. The post Reporter Poses as VC to Expose Suspected North Korean Crypto Operatives appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 8/13/2026, 4:54:59 AM
Strategy is selling: what happens when the biggest corporate Bitcoin holder turns net seller
Four consecutive weeks of sales. A $102 million realized loss. An $8.2 billion quarterly write down. The company that made corporate Bitcoin treasuries a category is quietly rewriting the playbook it created. Michael Saylor built his reputation on a single…
By Andrew Folkler 8/13/2026, 4:49:10 AM
Bank of Korea invests in gold assets for first time in 13 years
The Bank of Korea's gold investment signals a strategic shift in reserve diversification, potentially impacting global gold market dynamics. The post Bank of Korea invests in gold assets for first time in 13 years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 4:47:52 AM
Hyperion DeFi Triples Profits to US$31M, Defies DAT Sector Slump
New HYPE deployments with Entropy and Skew are putting part of Hyperion’s token reserve to work after earlier USDH-related agreements ended in Q2 this quarter. The post Hyperion DeFi Triples Profits to US$31M, Defies DAT Sector Slump appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 8/13/2026, 4:45:46 AM
Coinbase Says Bug Reports Could Triple as AI Adds Security Noise
Coinbase’s bug bounty volume is on track to triple as AI-generated submissions flood its review queue, yet only 4% of first-half HackerOne reports were valid paid bugs. Human reviewers must separate credible threats from a growing wave of low-value reports. Why Are Coinbase’s Bug Reports Surging? Human reviewers face a growing screening burden as...
By Kevin Helms 8/13/2026, 4:30:39 AM
GSR raises Solana to 43.6%, cuts Bitcoin to 16.9%
GSR raised Solana to 43.6% of its Core3 model, ahead of Ether at 39.5%, while Bitcoin fell to 16.9% as relative alpha signals shifted.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/13/2026, 4:25:18 AM
Metaplanet CEO shuts down Bitcoin sale speculation after $322M transfer
Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich said no Bitcoin was sold after the company moved 5,014 BTC between custodial addresses for about $8 in fees.
By Yohan Yun 8/13/2026, 4:15:26 AM
Ripple and Stellar outlook: Stay under pressure as cautious sentiment builds
Ripple (XRP) and Stellar (XLM) remain under pressure, with both altcoins correcting slightly so far this week. XRP nears the key $1.00 support zone on Thursday, while XLM trades below critical technical levels.
By N/A 8/13/2026, 4:09:50 AM
Speculation on dogecoin is back to October 2025 levels. The price is down 70%
Futures positioning has rebuilt to levels last seen when dogecoin traded at three times today's price, and more than three accounts are betting on a rebound for every one betting against.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/13/2026, 4:06:16 AM
DeepSeek forms team to challenge Anthropic’s Claude Code with new AI agents
DeepSeek's strategic expansion into AI agents could intensify market competition, challenging existing leaders and reshaping industry dynamics. The post DeepSeek forms team to challenge Anthropic’s Claude Code with new AI agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 4:03:44 AM
Crypto Market Overview: Bitcoin loses softer CPI gains – Virtuals Protocol, OKB rise
Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around $63,000 at press time, after three consecutive days of losses.
By N/A 8/13/2026, 3:54:14 AM
$51M for Homes, Cars, and a Yacht: Regulators Target Goliath, CEO Delgado
SEC and CFTC accuse Goliath Ventures of misleading investors with crypto returns as CEO Delgado allegedly took $51 million personally.
By Chayanika Deka 8/13/2026, 3:45:30 AM
Bitcoin slips near $63,500 as traders look past CPI to Fed’s next tests
An in-line inflation print removed a tail risk but gave BTC little reason to rally, leaving Jackson Hole, jobs data and the next CPI release as the market’s next catalysts.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/13/2026, 3:39:06 AM
Anthropic in talks to acquire Decart for $6B to boost AI efficiency
Anthropic's potential acquisition of Decart could significantly enhance its AI capabilities, potentially boosting its market valuation. The post Anthropic in talks to acquire Decart for $6B to boost AI efficiency appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 2:42:14 AM
Gold breaks six-month resistance as China, ETFs boost demand
Gold's rise signals increased market confidence, potentially influencing global economic strategies and investor behavior amid macroeconomic shifts. The post Gold breaks six-month resistance as China, ETFs boost demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 2:33:25 AM
Why BIP-110 Failed: Flawed Soft Fork Design or Miner Capture?
BIP-110 proponents argues that the rejection of the proposal proves Bitcoin has been “captured” by a centralized cartel of major mining pools. Critics insist the rejection validates Bitcoin’s governance model, demonstrating its built-in anti-fragility—remaining resistant to unilateral or contentious changes. A Fracture in Node Sovereignty In the...
By Terence Zimwara 8/13/2026, 2:30:18 AM
David Crowley wins Wisconsin Democratic primary in upset over Francesca Hong
The upset highlights challenges for progressive Democrats, indicating potential shifts in voter sentiment and strategy reassessment. The post David Crowley wins Wisconsin Democratic primary in upset over Francesca Hong appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 2:18:51 AM
Blockchain Association Backs Custodia Bank to Challenge Fed Account Denial Power
Crypto lobbying group the Blockchain Association has filed an amicus brief supporting the crypto custodian Custodia Bank in its Supreme Court petition where it fights the Fed’s denial of master accounts. Crypto players seek level playing field In 2020, the Wyoming-chartered Custodia Bank applied for a Federal Reserve master account. This is...
By Steve Muchoki 8/13/2026, 1:58:26 AM
Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson Praises Justin Sun, Doubts CLARITY Act Passage
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has praised TRON founder Justin Sun while sharing a more reserved outlook on the stalled CLARITY Act. He also addressed Monad, making it clear that he has no issue with the project. Hoskinson Praises Justin Sun Hoskinson spoke positively about his long-standing relationship with Justin Sun, describing it as...
By Debashree Patra 8/13/2026, 1:43:55 AM
Gen Z traders lean into ETFs as risk appetite cools amid market slowdown, Binance Research finds
Gen Z's shift towards ETFs indicates a trend towards more cautious, long-term investment strategies, potentially stabilizing future markets. The post Gen Z traders lean into ETFs as risk appetite cools amid market slowdown, Binance Research finds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 1:41:38 AM
Bitcoin faces thin liquidity and missing demand amid seller stress — Glassnode
Bitcoin (BTC) is showing signs of growing market exhaustion, with weakening liquidity and subdued demand leaving the market vulnerable to a sharp move, according to a Glassnode report on Wednesday.
By N/A 8/13/2026, 1:39:09 AM
BaiBai launches as first PropAMM aggregator on Base, promising to pay double if you find a better price
BaiBai's launch could reshape DEX dynamics by challenging pricing norms, but its sustainability hinges on consistently competitive pricing. The post BaiBai launches as first PropAMM aggregator on Base, promising to pay double if you find a better price appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 1:18:45 AM
Japan urges Iran to ensure free passage through Strait of Hormuz
Japan's diplomatic efforts may reduce the likelihood of Iran imposing transit fees, impacting global oil shipping and geopolitical stability. The post Japan urges Iran to ensure free passage through Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 1:16:39 AM
Bitcoin Institutional Boom: Goldman Buys NEOS; Swiss Bank Holds Millions in MSTR
Goldman Sachs, America’s fifth-largest banking institution by total assets ($751.7 billion), has officially acquired NEOS Investments and its Bitcoin High Income ETF (BTCI) worth $1.1 billion. Goldman Sachs’ new Bitcoin ETF product Announced on August 12, the $2.25 billion deal gives Goldman Sachs a prominent position in the crypto ETF industry...
By Steve Muchoki 8/13/2026, 1:15:31 AM
Oil prices fall on lower demand forecasts amid US-Iran negotiation deadlock
Lower demand forecasts and US-Iran negotiation deadlock dampen market optimism, reducing the likelihood of oil prices reaching new highs soon. The post Oil prices fall on lower demand forecasts amid US-Iran negotiation deadlock appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 1:10:01 AM
ASX shareholder plans to sue former directors over failed blockchain project
ASX’s failed blockchain-based CHESS overhaul faces renewed governance scrutiny after the exchange admitted misleading the market.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/13/2026, 1:00:57 AM
Fed likely to hold rates as market lowers September hike odds
The Fed's pause on rate hikes may stabilize markets, but ongoing economic data will continue to influence future monetary policy decisions. The post Fed likely to hold rates as market lowers September hike odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 12:56:56 AM
Coinbase Launching 170+ Derivatives Contracts for UK Professionals
Coinbase will open more than 170 derivative contracts to eligible UK professional investors, with leverage of up to 50x. The offering spans crypto, commodities, equities, and foreign exchange, while availability expands progressively from the coming weeks into the following months. UK Professional Investor Access Eligible UK professional investors...
By Kevin Helms 8/13/2026, 12:41:57 AM
Attention Binance Users: Some Services Will Be Temporarily Stopped This Week
Important TRX operations will once again be paused.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 8/13/2026, 12:22:19 AM