Ethereum proposal would cut 33,800 ETH issuance and break every deployed Altair light client
EIP-8390 proposes offchain ZK finality proofs but defines no replacement API or prover incentive and supplies no reproducible GPU benchmark. The post Ethereum proposal would cut 33,800 ETH issuance and break every deployed Altair light client appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/25/2026, 3:40:43 AM
Bitcoin bull market underway, Arthur Hayes says
Arthur Hayes says expanded Treasury buybacks and possible TGA spending could support dollar liquidity and extend Bitcoin’s rally.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/25/2026, 3:39:15 AM
Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic hits record low amid US-Iran tensions
The significant drop in Strait of Hormuz traffic underscores the profound impact of geopolitical tensions on global energy supply stability. The post Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic hits record low amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/25/2026, 3:34:34 AM
Ripple and Stellar outlook: Key breakouts could fuel the next rally
Ripple (XRP) and Stellar (XLM) are showing signs of renewed strength after rallying over 53% and 27% in the previous week. Meanwhile, both altcoins are approaching key technical levels on Tuesday that could determine their next move.
By N/A 8/25/2026, 3:33:38 AM
Stripe partners with local payment platforms to enhance cross-border transactions in Asia
Stripe's partnerships in Asia could significantly boost regional economic integration, fostering innovation and expanding market access for businesses. The post Stripe partners with local payment platforms to enhance cross-border transactions in Asia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 3:30:08 AM
India’s rupee falls amid geopolitical risks, gold prices see slight rise
Geopolitical tensions and currency depreciation heighten economic uncertainty, potentially boosting gold's safe-haven appeal amid market volatility. The post India’s rupee falls amid geopolitical risks, gold prices see slight rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/25/2026, 3:15:17 AM
Pakistan army chief holds talks with Iran to ease regional tensions
Pakistan's mediation efforts may enhance diplomatic relations, potentially increasing the likelihood of future US-Iran peace talks. The post Pakistan army chief holds talks with Iran to ease regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/25/2026, 3:15:06 AM
Bitcoin roars back above $80K as ETF demand, Treasury buybacks fuel rally
The rally followed the US Treasury’s expansion of long-end debt buybacks and Trump’s renewed push for crypto market structure legislation.
By Yohan Yun 8/25/2026, 3:10:16 AM
$40 Trillion US Debt Spiral Threatens Global Markets, CEO Warns
U.S. debt has crossed $40 trillion, intensifying concerns about interest costs and long-term borrowing pressure. Devere Group CEO Nigel Green warns that the resulting feedback loop could affect bonds, equities, currencies, and household financing worldwide. US Debt Creates a Costly Feedback Loop Rising federal interest costs could intensify...
By Kevin Helms 8/25/2026, 3:05:55 AM
Stanley Druckenmiller criticizes Scott Bessent’s bond buyback plan as ‘price management’ disguised as liquidity support
Druckenmiller's critique highlights the risk of undermining market discipline, potentially exacerbating fiscal instability and debt challenges. The post Stanley Druckenmiller criticizes Scott Bessent’s bond buyback plan as ‘price management’ disguised as liquidity support appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 2:55:25 AM
Morgan Stanley and Schroders back $750M Blackbird fundraise tied to Canva’s $42B empire
The fundraise highlights growing global interest in Australian tech, potentially boosting innovation and international investment in the region. The post Morgan Stanley and Schroders back $750M Blackbird fundraise tied to Canva’s $42B empire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 2:51:34 AM
Mabna Institute moved $16.8M through crypto addresses since 2018, TRM Labs finds
The Mabna Institute's crypto activities highlight the growing regulatory scrutiny on digital assets linked to state-sponsored cybercrime. The post Mabna Institute moved $16.8M through crypto addresses since 2018, TRM Labs finds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 2:43:48 AM
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov defends platform against crime accusations
Durov's defense highlights the tension between platform privacy and governmental demands, raising concerns about digital rights and state influence. The post Telegram CEO Pavel Durov defends platform against crime accusations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 2:37:49 AM
Oil prices fall as Trump halts new Iran sanctions
The halt in new Iran sanctions may stabilize oil markets, reducing fears of supply disruptions and lowering the chance of price spikes. The post Oil prices fall as Trump halts new Iran sanctions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/25/2026, 2:32:50 AM
FalconX asks SEC to bring single-stock perpetuals from DeFi under swap rules
Comparable single-security or narrow-index contracts outside the joint listing regime would move under SEC oversight. The post FalconX asks SEC to bring single-stock perpetuals from DeFi under swap rules appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/25/2026, 2:30:17 AM
Binance US integrates Apple Pay and Google Pay for crypto purchases
Binance US adds Apple Pay and Google Pay for instant crypto deposits, giving users a faster alternative to ACH transfers across 190-plus digital The post Binance US integrates Apple Pay and Google Pay for crypto purchases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 2:27:59 AM
Bitcoin surpasses $80,000 for the first time since May as ETF inflows and short liquidations fuel the rally
Bitcoin's surge highlights the impact of liquidity dynamics and ETF inflows, potentially setting the stage for future volatility and growth. The post Bitcoin surpasses $80,000 for the first time since May as ETF inflows and short liquidations fuel the rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 2:24:45 AM
China develops hypersonic weapon to hunt US command aircraft thousands of miles away
China's hypersonic advancements heighten military tensions, potentially destabilizing regional security and challenging U.S. strategic dominance. The post China develops hypersonic weapon to hunt US command aircraft thousands of miles away appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/25/2026, 2:12:21 AM
Bitwise XRP ETF Trading Volume Tops $200M Across Three Sessions
Trading volume in Bitwise’s XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) exceeded $200 million across three consecutive sessions. Each session established a new high for the fund, culminating in more than $80 million on Aug. 24. Bitwise XRP ETF Sets Three Consecutive Volume Records Trading activity in the Bitwise XRP ETF accelerated sharply during the three...
By Kevin Helms 8/25/2026, 2:12:17 AM
Google DeepMind paper reveals recirculation method improves transformer context handling
Recirculation's enhancement of transformer models could revolutionize AI efficiency, reducing complexity and costs while boosting performance. The post Google DeepMind paper reveals recirculation method improves transformer context handling appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 2:12:07 AM
Korean bank taps Ripple for payments, Pakistan opens crypto licensing: Asia Express
Asia’s biggest crypto hubs are locked in a tax-cut arms race, while Ripple will help Korea’s Jeonbuk Bank move money across borders.
By Andrew Fenton 8/25/2026, 2:03:55 AM
Cypher Tank Returns to Lugano, Expanding Its Bet on Bitcoin Founders
Bitcoin Magazine Cypher Tank Returns to Lugano, Expanding Its Bet on Bitcoin Founders Cypher Tank Returns to Lugano for Second Season following last year's debut. This post Cypher Tank Returns to Lugano, Expanding Its Bet on Bitcoin Founders first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/25/2026, 2:00:32 AM
Rice prices surge over 47% since start of Iran war, Hedgeye reports
The surge in rice prices exacerbates global food insecurity, highlighting the vulnerability of supply chains to geopolitical conflicts. The post Rice prices surge over 47% since start of Iran war, Hedgeye reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 1:58:40 AM
Rice prices surge over 47% since Iran war onset: Hedgeye
The surge in rice prices could lead to broader economic instability, affecting global commodity markets and potentially escalating geopolitical tensions. The post Rice prices surge over 47% since Iran war onset: Hedgeye appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/25/2026, 1:56:23 AM
Iran’s Rezaei threatens oil export halt, nuclear policy shift amid US tensions
Rezaei's threats could heighten geopolitical instability, impacting global oil markets and complicating diplomatic resolutions in the region. The post Iran’s Rezaei threatens oil export halt, nuclear policy shift amid US tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/25/2026, 1:54:59 AM
China’s draft amendment to road traffic law includes autonomous vehicles
China's legislative move on autonomous vehicles could accelerate global adoption, setting a precedent for unified legal frameworks and safety standards. The post China’s draft amendment to road traffic law includes autonomous vehicles appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 1:52:27 AM
Datavault hits Nasdaq deadline 68% below $1 as extension or delisting decision looms
DVLT's first cure period ends Aug. 24, while another 180 days depends on other listing tests and a written split notice. The post Datavault hits Nasdaq deadline 68% below $1 as extension or delisting decision looms appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/25/2026, 1:45:02 AM
Iran welcomes Pakistan’s mediation in US dialogue efforts
Pakistan's mediation could enhance diplomatic channels, potentially easing US-Iran tensions and fostering regional stability. The post Iran welcomes Pakistan’s mediation in US dialogue efforts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/25/2026, 1:41:42 AM
South Korea denies US proposed Westinghouse stake
The denial underscores the complexities of international nuclear partnerships, highlighting geopolitical sensitivities and market stability concerns. The post South Korea denies US proposed Westinghouse stake appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 1:41:21 AM
Dollar struggles amid Iran sanctions, Treasury buybacks impact
The dollar's instability may lead to increased gold prices and oil supply constraints, affecting global markets and geopolitical dynamics. The post Dollar struggles amid Iran sanctions, Treasury buybacks impact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/25/2026, 1:38:43 AM
Hugging Face’s revenue jumps 50% to over $150M in just two months
Hugging Face's rapid revenue growth underscores the escalating enterprise reliance on AI infrastructure, despite inherent security challenges. The post Hugging Face’s revenue jumps 50% to over $150M in just two months appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 1:33:00 AM
Bessent Warns Foreign Nations to Sever Iranian Digital Asset Ties
As part of Operation Economic Outcast, the U.S. Department of the Treasury defined digital assets as a critical sector that can be targeted by secondary sanctions in the future, alongside technology, gold, aviation, and shipping. The Treasury Department stressed any nation or person can be sanctioned, regardless of location, following Executive...
By Sergio Goschenko 8/25/2026, 1:30:36 AM
Iran vows to retaliate after US widens sanctions
The expanded US sanctions on Iran risk escalating geopolitical tensions, potentially disrupting global oil markets and straining US-China relations. The post Iran vows to retaliate after US widens sanctions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 1:15:35 AM
JPMorgan sees gold trading between $4,500 and $5,000 as Jackson Hole looms
JPMorgan's fluctuating gold forecasts highlight market volatility and the complex interplay of economic factors influencing asset valuation. The post JPMorgan sees gold trading between $4,500 and $5,000 as Jackson Hole looms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 12:57:47 AM
Bitcoin hits $80,000 for the first time since May as crypto recovery accelerates
BTC has now surged 38% following its June plunge as shifting U.S. Treasury policy helped bring buyers back to crypto, rejuvenating ETF demand.
By Krisztian Sandor 8/25/2026, 12:55:32 AM
Ox Alpha processes 11.6 trillion tokens in three days, dwarfing OpenRouter’s previous record
Ox Alpha's unprecedented token processing highlights the transformative potential and accountability challenges of anonymous AI model deployment. The post Ox Alpha processes 11.6 trillion tokens in three days, dwarfing OpenRouter’s previous record appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 12:50:33 AM
Gold prices hit $4,695 as dollar weakness and Treasury buybacks fuel late-summer rally
Gold's surge highlights shifting global economic dynamics, with increased demand for stable assets amid geopolitical tensions and currency fluctuations. The post Gold prices hit $4,695 as dollar weakness and Treasury buybacks fuel late-summer rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 12:45:57 AM
Bitwise’s Solana ETF nears $1 billion in inflows
The success of Bitwise's Solana Staking ETF highlights growing investor interest in crypto products offering yield, potentially reshaping ETF markets. The post Bitwise’s Solana ETF nears $1 billion in inflows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 12:41:54 AM
Jury convicts Block Bits Capital co-founder of wire fraud
This conviction highlights the risks of unregulated crypto investments and underscores the need for investor vigilance and regulatory oversight. The post Jury convicts Block Bits Capital co-founder of wire fraud appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 12:40:44 AM
Anthropic upgrades Claude’s streaming renderer, claims 9x fewer stalls on slower laptops
Enhanced UI performance on older devices could boost enterprise adoption, but model accuracy remains crucial for sustained user trust. The post Anthropic upgrades Claude’s streaming renderer, claims 9x fewer stalls on slower laptops appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 12:35:11 AM
Bitwise CIO Sees Crypto Bull Case Strengthening on 5 Key Shifts
Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan finds crypto’s bullish case easier to make in 2026 than during earlier cycles. His outlook reflects structural changes he believes have made optimism easier to sustain. Five Factors Reshape the Crypto Bull Case Five structural factors now give crypto investors more fundamental reasons to support a...
By Kevin Helms 8/25/2026, 12:30:32 AM
Canada fires back at US with dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs on $20B in goods
The escalating trade tensions could strain US-Canada relations, prompting Canada to diversify its trade partnerships and reduce US dependency. The post Canada fires back at US with dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs on $20B in goods appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 12:29:58 AM
Uniswap (UNI) v4 Introduces Permissioned Pools for Regulated Assets
Uniswap (UNI) v4's Permissioned Pools enable tokenized funds and regulated assets to access AMM liquidity while enforcing compliance rules. (Read More)
By N/A 8/25/2026, 12:23:34 AM
Cosmos Labs urges Cosmos EVM validators to halt chains amid security incident
The recurring security breaches highlight systemic vulnerabilities in blockchain interoperability, risking trust and stability in decentralized networks. The post Cosmos Labs urges Cosmos EVM validators to halt chains amid security incident appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 12:23:10 AM
Japan plans record 16.6 trillion yen for FY2027 interest costs as borrowing expenses surge
Japan's rising interest costs could strain fiscal sustainability, potentially impacting global bond markets as domestic yields attract capital. The post Japan plans record 16.6 trillion yen for FY2027 interest costs as borrowing expenses surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 12:20:16 AM
Coinbase Investor Class Action Can Move Forward, Federal Judge Rules
Coinbase Investor Class Action Can Move Forward, Federal Judge Rules - Read the full analysis.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 8/25/2026, 12:15:00 AM
Is Ethereum (ETH) $3,000 Target Possible? Bitcoin (BTC) May Revisit $70,000, Shiba Inu (SHIB) Wants More: Crypto Market Review
The market needs more upside fuel in order to continue the current growth, even though a minor correction isn't a big problem.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/25/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Lambda in talks to raise $3 billion at up to $12 billion valuation
Lambda's funding efforts and IPO plans could significantly impact the competitive landscape of the GPU cloud computing market by 2026. The post Lambda in talks to raise $3 billion at up to $12 billion valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 11:55:36 PM
Tether CEO Says USDT Drives Trade Across Emerging Markets
Paolo Ardoino, CEO of top stablecoin issuer Tether, said USDT’s dollar-proxy function has scaled globally, giving developing countries access to foreign currency for domestic and cross-border commerce. Ardoino stressed that the company’s mission was more important than ever. Tether Highlights Developing Countries’ Heavy Reliance on USDT...
By Sergio Goschenko 8/24/2026, 11:55:05 PM
Washington targets hawala networks used to move cash off the grid
Targeted enforcement on hawala networks may disrupt illicit finance but risks collateral damage to legitimate remittances in underserved regions. The post Washington targets hawala networks used to move cash off the grid appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 11:47:02 PM