Brazil Slaps Banco Topazio With $3.2M Fine and 2-Year Crypto Trading Ban
The institution issued a ban on Banco Topazio’s ability to conduct foreign purchases and sales of cryptocurrency assets for two years after detecting irregularities in the due diligence processes for these operations. Additionally, the institution was fined $3.2 million. Central Bank of Brazil Bans Banco Topazio From Conducting Crypto Trading...
By Sergio Goschenko 5/14/2026, 11:30:44 PM
SOL Strategies acquires Darklake to bring zero-knowledge privacy to Solana
SOL Strategies' acquisition of Darklake could enhance Solana's privacy features, potentially reshaping blockchain transaction security and compliance. The post SOL Strategies acquires Darklake to bring zero-knowledge privacy to Solana appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 11:22:20 PM
Osero raises $13.5M led by Sky Ecosystem to build stablecoin savings on Plasma
Osero's funding and innovative approach could reshape DeFi by enhancing stablecoin yield options, potentially attracting more mainstream adoption. The post Osero raises $13.5M led by Sky Ecosystem to build stablecoin savings on Plasma appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 11:21:04 PM
Strategy’s Michael Saylor plans aggressive Bitcoin purchases over next four years
Saylor's Bitcoin strategy could yield high returns but poses significant risks, especially if Bitcoin's value declines over an extended period. The post Strategy’s Michael Saylor plans aggressive Bitcoin purchases over next four years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 11:20:59 PM
Solana Structure Remains Bullish Despite Short-Term Correction Pressure
Solana has entered a temporary correction phase following its strong breakout move, with profit-taking slowing momentum near key resistance levels. Even so, the overall market structure remains constructive, as the asset continues to hold above important support zones. If bulls regain strength and reclaim nearby resistance, SOL could be preparing...
By Godspower Owie 5/14/2026, 11:00:05 PM
Clarity Act clears Senate as Bitcoin hits $82K
The Clarity Act cleared the Senate Banking Committee 15 to 9 on Thursday, sending Bitcoin above $82,000 for the first time in weeks. The Clarity Act advanced out of the Senate Banking Committee on Thursday in a 15 to 9…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 11:00:00 PM
Wells Fargo raises Nvidia price target to $315, sees 44% upside on AI infrastructure boom
Nvidia's growth potential hinges on sustained AI infrastructure investment, positioning it to capitalize significantly on this expanding market. The post Wells Fargo raises Nvidia price target to $315, sees 44% upside on AI infrastructure boom appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 10:56:45 PM
Alphabet markets debut yen bond sale to fund AI initiatives
Alphabet's yen bond sale highlights the strategic shift towards cost-effective global financing to sustain long-term AI infrastructure growth. The post Alphabet markets debut yen bond sale to fund AI initiatives appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 10:56:23 PM
Forward Industries Posts $585M Loss as Solana Treasury Swings Hit Earnings
Forward Industries posted a steep quarterly loss tied to declines in solana’s market value, even as the company expanded its SOL treasury strategy and staking operations. The firm now holds nearly 7 million SOL and is positioning itself as a long-term infrastructure player within the Solana ecosystem. Kyle Samani Backs Solana Strategy as Forward...
By Emmanuel Musa 5/14/2026, 10:33:33 PM
Tether freeze unit T3 FCU passes $450M mark
The Tether freeze coalition known as T3 FCU has surpassed $450 million in blocked illicit USDT since launching in 2024. The T3 Financial Crime Unit, a joint initiative backed by Tether, TRON, and blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs, has crossed…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 10:33:00 PM
UK politician Nigel Farage bought $1.8M house after a $6.7M crypto gift
The news follows growing calls from UK lawmakers and government officials to curb or temporarily ban crypto political donations in the country.
By Vince Quill 5/14/2026, 10:32:33 PM
LMAX Group launches Kiosk for digital asset collateral management
LMAX's Kiosk could redefine digital asset utility in finance, enhancing liquidity and integration across diverse asset classes for institutions. The post LMAX Group launches Kiosk for digital asset collateral management appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 10:32:17 PM
Iran imposes $1M toll on Strait of Hormuz transits, impacting global oil flow
Iran's toll on the Strait of Hormuz could trigger global shipping route changes, impacting energy markets and prompting similar policies elsewhere. The post Iran imposes $1M toll on Strait of Hormuz transits, impacting global oil flow appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/14/2026, 10:16:47 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: Network activity drops as prices stay muted
Ethereum (ETH) is attempting to recover above the $2,300 level on Thursday, following a week of declining network activity.
By N/A 5/14/2026, 10:12:51 PM
Coinbase stock climbs as CLARITY Act advances
Coinbase stock surged 8% after the Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act in a 15 to 9 bipartisan vote. The Senate Banking Committee passed the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act on May 14 by 15 votes to 9, with…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 10:10:00 PM
Bitcoin holds above $80,000 as stocks sink and Treasury yields climb on hot inflation data
Bitcoin's resilience amid inflation-driven market turmoil highlights its potential as a hedge, attracting institutional interest and ETF flows. The post Bitcoin holds above $80,000 as stocks sink and Treasury yields climb on hot inflation data appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 10:09:19 PM
Hyperliquid (HYPE) Surges 14% As Coinbase And Circle Expand USDC Integration
Crypto exchange Coinbase (COIN) made a major move for the Hyperliquid (HYPE) ecosystem on Thursday, outlining how it plans to deepen support for Circle’s USDC stablecoin on the platform. In a blog post, Coinbase said it is expanding its role by becoming the official treasury deployer of USDC on Hyperliquid, treating USDC as an Aligned […]
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/14/2026, 10:07:59 PM
Kraken and Franklin Templeton partner to bring tokenized investment products onchain
This partnership could accelerate institutional adoption of blockchain, bridging traditional finance with crypto through regulated, tokenized assets. The post Kraken and Franklin Templeton partner to bring tokenized investment products onchain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 10:07:27 PM
Dartmouth endowment invests in Solana ETF, holds $14M in crypto exposure
The unversity’s endowment disclosed holdings in the Bitwise Solana staking ETF, Grayscale Ethereum staking ETF and BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF.
By Turner Wright 5/14/2026, 10:04:12 PM
Market Analyst Outlines How The XRP Price Will Reach $300 And What Everyone Is Missing
CharuSan XRP, a market analyst, believes the XRP price could rise immediately to $300 once banks begin using it as a global settlement asset. The analyst framed this high price as a basic requirement for XRP to function as a global payment rail, not a speculative move. Furthermore, CharuSan noted that people who believe Ripple’s stablecoin RLUSD...
By Scott Matherson 5/14/2026, 10:00:00 PM
Report: BoE Deputy Governor Breeden Signals Retreat on UK Stablecoin Ownership Limits
The Bank of England is walking back key parts of its stablecoin rulebook after the digital assets industry pushed back hard against proposals officials now admit may have gone too far. Bank of England Revisits Stablecoin Limits That Industry Called ‘Cumbersome’ Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden, who oversees financial stability at the UK central bank,...
By Jamie Redman 5/14/2026, 9:42:03 PM
Bitwise Hyperliquid ETF to start trading Friday as HYPE rallies on Coinbase USDC deal
Bitwises Hyperliquid ETF starts trading Friday as HYPE rallies on Coinbases USDC deployer role and rising ETF demand. The post Bitwise Hyperliquid ETF to start trading Friday as HYPE rallies on Coinbase USDC deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/14/2026, 9:40:58 PM
US stock market loses over $250B at open as liquidity squeeze rattles risk assets
The liquidity squeeze highlights the vulnerability of risk assets to macroeconomic shifts, emphasizing the need for adaptive investment strategies. The post US stock market loses over $250B at open as liquidity squeeze rattles risk assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 9:38:53 PM
MEXC expands Guardian Fund to $500M, acquires 1,000 Bitcoin for dual-reserve structure
MEXC's expanded Guardian Fund enhances user trust and pressures competitors to bolster transparency and fund protection measures. The post MEXC expands Guardian Fund to $500M, acquires 1,000 Bitcoin for dual-reserve structure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 9:35:43 PM
ETF Bitcoin Holdings Has Barely Moved Despite Major Price Decline
After multiple retests, the Bitcoin price has finally lost the pivotal $80,000 level once again as the broader market turned bearish. However, many investors are still demonstrating confidence in BTC despite its bearish performance as seen via the exchange-traded products. Bitcoin Price Slides, But ETF Investors Refuse To Sell As Wednesday...
By Godspower Owie 5/14/2026, 9:30:03 PM
Kraken ditches LayerZero for Chainlink CCIP
Kraken is deprecating its cross-chain provider and migrating to Chainlink CCIP as the exclusive infrastructure for its wrapped assets. Kraken posted the announcement on X on May 14, confirming that Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol will become its exclusive bridge infrastructure…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 9:30:00 PM
Onramp Raises $12.5M Series A to Scale Multi-Institution Bitcoin Custody Platform
Bitcoin Magazine Onramp Raises $12.5M Series A to Scale Multi-Institution Bitcoin Custody Platform Onramp raised $12.5M in Series A at a $135M valuation to expand its institutional bitcoin custody platform. This post Onramp Raises $12.5M Series A to Scale Multi-Institution Bitcoin Custody Platform first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/14/2026, 9:12:56 PM
GregoAI earns $250,000 bounty through autonomous exploit discovery
AI-driven security tools like GregoAI could revolutionize cybersecurity by autonomously identifying vulnerabilities, reducing human error. The post GregoAI earns $250,000 bounty through autonomous exploit discovery appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 9:07:18 PM
Wispr seeks funding that would value AI voice startup at $2B
Wispr's potential $2B valuation highlights the growing investor confidence in AI-driven productivity tools, despite fierce competition from tech giants. The post Wispr seeks funding that would value AI voice startup at $2B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 9:07:03 PM
MTI Liquidators Face 9,441 Claims as $35.8M Estate Shrinks Before Payouts
Liquidators of Mirror Trading International, a massive South African crypto pyramid scheme, have received over 9,441 claims totaling nearly $395 million. Shrinking Assets and Rising Legal Costs Liquidators overseeing the collapse of Mirror Trading International (MTI), once described as South Africa’s largest pyramid scheme, have received 9,441...
By Terence Zimwara 5/14/2026, 9:02:22 PM
Blockaid flags ShapeShift smart contract exploit
Blockchain security firm Blockaid flagged an active smart contract exploit draining $132,700 from ShapeShift’s FOX Colony on Arbitrum. Blockaid flagged the incident on X on May 13, identifying the attacker wallet at 0xeed236Afb6967f74099a0a6bf078BC6b865fbf28. FOX Colony is ShapeShift’s community governance and…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 9:00:00 PM
TownSquare unveils $100 million USD1 liquidity initiative
The company said the program is designed to promote institutional yield generation and cross-chain returns for a wider range of users through stablecoin-based lending and liquidity strategies. TownSquare announced the launch of a $100 million liquidity program tied to the…
By Andrew Folkler 5/14/2026, 8:43:00 PM
Nvidia commits over $40B to AI equity deals in 2026, raising dot-com era comparisons
Nvidia's massive AI investments could centralize power in the AI sector, risking financial instability if AI demand falters, echoing past tech bubbles. The post Nvidia commits over $40B to AI equity deals in 2026, raising dot-com era comparisons appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 8:41:02 PM
US consumer price index rises 3.8%, highest since May 2023
Persistent inflation pressures may delay rate cuts, impacting borrowing costs and increasing volatility in crypto and other risk assets. The post US consumer price index rises 3.8%, highest since May 2023 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 8:40:17 PM
XRP Crushes Every Major Coin with Massive Gains
XRP has shattered market expectations by surging past the $1.50 mark, delivering a massive 6.7% daily gain.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/14/2026, 8:39:28 PM
Chinese vessels exit Strait of Hormuz amid Beijing’s opposition to Iranian tolls
China's vessel withdrawal may ease Strait tensions, impacting oil prices and highlighting shifting geopolitical alliances and economic strategies. The post Chinese vessels exit Strait of Hormuz amid Beijing’s opposition to Iranian tolls appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/14/2026, 8:38:04 PM
Senate Banking Committee advances CLARITY Act in bipartisan vote
The US Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act on Thursday in a 15-9 bipartisan vote, marking a crucial step toward establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for crypto.
By N/A 5/14/2026, 8:36:30 PM
Bitcoin briefly clears $82k on Gate as range trade grinds on
Bitcoin briefly pushed to about $82,007 on Gate with a 3.5% daily gain, but derivatives and spot flows show it is still stuck in a grinding $80k–$82.5k range trade, not a new breakout. Bitcoin broke through the $82,000 mark on…
By Dorian Batycka 5/14/2026, 8:36:26 PM
Here is why Wall Street is racing to tokenize the entire stock market
Tokenization has been the narrative of 2026. Executing on that narrative is trickier, but proponents say the benefits are massive if they pull it off.
By Helene Braun 5/14/2026, 8:36:13 PM
Jupiter Lend taps Bitwise for USDe lending
Solana’s Jupiter Lend has launched its first institutional lending market, with Bitwise Asset Management curating a dedicated USDe pool. Jupiter announced the partnership on May 13 via X, describing it as a turning point for onchain lending. The new Ethena…
By Peace Longe 5/14/2026, 8:35:00 PM
CoinList’s Passage targets tokenization’s distribution problem
CoinList’s Passage pitches itself as an “access layer” for on‑chain capital markets, wiring compliant distribution, allocation, and infra so tokenized assets can actually circulate instead of rotting in silos. CoinList has rolled out Passage, a new platform it describes as…
By Andrew Folkler 5/14/2026, 8:30:39 PM
Analyst Says Cardano’s Most Accurate Indicator Just Flipped Bullish
Crypto analyst Ali Martinez said a long-tracked SuperTrend signal on Cardano’s daily chart has flipped bullish, months after the same tool marked the start of a steep decline. The call comes alongside fresh on-chain data from Santiment showing large ADA wallets now holding a record share of supply. Cardano SuperTrend Flips Bullish Martinez framed...
By Jake Simmons 5/14/2026, 8:30:14 PM
Cardano’s Liquidity Problem Meets a High-Risk Fix: Concentrated AMMs
Cardano’s DeFi is growing, but liquidity remains thin, trades feel expensive, and LP returns often disappoint. Here's the solution. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/14/2026, 8:30:00 PM
Aptos claims ‘first L1’ status for AI‑assisted formal verification of dynamic dispatch
Aptos says it is the first L1 to support AI‑assisted formal verification for dynamically scheduled Move contracts, pitching Move Prover as an “oracle” between markets and machine agents. Aptos has declared that its network is now “the first L1 to…
By Andrew Folkler 5/14/2026, 8:24:36 PM
Jane Street Cuts Bitcoin Exposure by 71% as Ether Position Rises to $82M in Q1
Jane Street sharply reduced several major bitcoin-linked positions during the first quarter while increasing exposure to ether ETFs and selected crypto equities. The portfolio changes came amid heightened market volatility and shifting institutional sentiment toward digital assets. Jane Street’s Crypto Portfolio Shifts Away From Bitcoin Jane...
By Emmanuel Musa 5/14/2026, 8:20:53 PM
Elliptic closes $120M Series D led by One Peak Partners, backed by Deutsche Bank and NASDAQ
Elliptic's funding boost highlights the critical role of compliance in the evolving blockchain landscape, impacting global financial systems. The post Elliptic closes $120M Series D led by One Peak Partners, backed by Deutsche Bank and NASDAQ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/14/2026, 8:16:55 PM
Coinbase Becomes Official USDC Treasury Deployer on Hyperliquid
Coinbase plans to expand USDC adoption on Hyperliquid while Native Markets gradually "sunsets" USDH.
By Chayanika Deka 5/14/2026, 8:15:32 PM
CENTCOM signals readiness as US-Iran nuclear deal prospects dim
Increased US military readiness may escalate tensions, impacting diplomatic efforts and regional stability, with potential for future conflict. The post CENTCOM signals readiness as US-Iran nuclear deal prospects dim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/14/2026, 8:11:49 PM
Bitcoin Price Surges 3% Past $82K as Senate Advances Clarity Act, STRC and SATA Fuel Bitcoin Credit Boom
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Surges 3% Past $82K as Senate Advances Clarity Act, STRC and SATA Fuel Bitcoin Credit Boom Bitcoin price surged toward $82,000 as STRC’s Bitcoin buying cleared $1 billion in daily trading volume. This post Bitcoin Price Surges 3% Past $82K as Senate Advances Clarity Act, STRC and SATA Fuel Bitcoin Credit Boom first...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/14/2026, 8:01:46 PM
XRP Futures Activity Just Broke Above Its 30-Day Average: Bullish Signal Or Warning?
XRP is trying to hold above $1.40 as the market enters a pivotal day defined by the US Senate Banking Committee’s vote on the CLARITY Act — legislation that carries direct regulatory implications for XRP and the broader digital asset ecosystem. The price is under pressure but not broken, and an Arab Chain report tracking […]
By Sebastian Villafuerte 5/14/2026, 8:00:04 PM