Trump weighs Iran war exit without nuclear deal: WSJ
Trump is privately weighing an Iran war exit without a nuclear deal if Hormuz reopens, as Tehran demands compensation and sanctions relief.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 3:46:13 PM
Sheffield United leads Mansfield 1-0 in EFL Cup after Bamford goal
Sheffield United's narrow lead highlights the ongoing challenge of overcoming past setbacks and the need for consistent performance to achieve promotion. The post Sheffield United leads Mansfield 1-0 in EFL Cup after Bamford goal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:43:36 PM
HYPE team unlock sends 433,025 tokens toward exchanges
HyperLabs unlocked 433,025 HYPE worth over $23M, with tokens routed through Flowdesk and exchanges as onchain data shows partial sales.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 3:35:16 PM
Stacks ranks first in Bitfinex report on Bitcoin usage
Stacks' rise in Bitcoin usage highlights the growing importance of Bitcoin layer-2 solutions in enhancing blockchain scalability and DeFi integration. The post Stacks ranks first in Bitfinex report on Bitcoin usage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:28:29 PM
Monaco leads Liverpool as Munoz makes debut in live match
Liverpool's defensive vulnerabilities and disrupted rhythm under Iraola could impact their competitive readiness and strategic cohesion. The post Monaco leads Liverpool as Munoz makes debut in live match appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:28:21 PM
Saylor Drops ‘Doing Business’ Message, Sparks Strategy Bitcoin Mystery
Michael Saylor posted Strategy’s bitcoin chart on Aug. 9 with a two-word caption. Days earlier, the company disclosed another bitcoin sale, leaving 842,138 BTC on the books and raising fresh questions about its next move. Two Words, No Answer Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR), stirred fresh speculation over the...
By Kevin Helms 8/9/2026, 3:21:34 PM
Manchester United leads the race to sign Leicester City teen Louis Page
Manchester United's potential acquisition of Louis Page could bolster their midfield future, while Leicester City may gain crucial financial relief. The post Manchester United leads the race to sign Leicester City teen Louis Page appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:18:31 PM
Saint-Étienne wins 3-0 in Ian Cathro’s coaching debut
Cathro's successful debut could signal a promising turnaround for Saint-tienne, potentially accelerating their return to Ligue 1. The post Saint-Étienne wins 3-0 in Ian Cathro’s coaching debut appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:18:27 PM
Satoshi's Bitcoin Fortune Now Worth $71 Billion Amid Recent Selloff
Bitcoin pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto's BTC Stash takes a hit as Bitcoin records a 48% drop from its peak.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 8/9/2026, 3:15:03 PM
Coinbase drops 5 tokens but keeps withdrawals open
coinbase disabled trading for IDEX, LRC, OMNI, PIRATE and FIS across its main platforms, while holders can still withdraw their tokens.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 3:09:59 PM
Ethereum Price Analysis: Is ETH Primed for a Move to $2K Next Week?
Ethereum is attempting to stabilize around $1.9K after its recent recovery, but the broader technical picture remains constrained by major overhead resistance. While short-term structure has improved, ETH still needs a decisive breakout to confirm that buyers are regaining control. Ethereum Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe,...
By Shayan Markets 8/9/2026, 3:07:15 PM
Ripple's Ex Chief Engineer Slams New XRP Ledger Expansion Plan as 'Really Bad Idea'
The new XRP Ledger expansion amendment could destroy decentralization by forcing nodes to store heavy media files forever, warns Matt Hamilton.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/9/2026, 3:02:30 PM
Wall Street put $7B into tokenized funds, but under 1% is actually being used in DeFi
DeFi recorded 99 hacks in the second quarter of 2026, more than any quarter on record in DeFiLlama's database. Real-world tokenized assets in use inside DeFi protocols have since climbed to nearly $3.97 billion, a fresh all-time high. DeFi gives tokenized assets something to do on-chain, turning them into collateral, lending liquidity, or inputs...
By Gino Matos 8/9/2026, 3:00:16 PM
Hyperliquid’s RWA perps boom is eating into the revenue that backs HYPE
Revenue has fallen four quarters running while open interest hit a record high. The gap is a fee-sharing program that hands half the platform's volume to outside builders.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/9/2026, 3:00:00 PM
Iran approves bill outlines to manage Strait of Hormuz amid US tensions
Iran's legislative move may hinder US-Iran negotiations, complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting global maritime and market stability. The post Iran approves bill outlines to manage Strait of Hormuz amid US tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 2:36:53 PM
Washington Resident Nearly Loses $200,000 After Alleged Fraudsters Posed as Federal Agents
Two men have been arrested after allegedly impersonating federal agents in an attempt to steal more than $200,000 in gold from an 85-year-old Washington, DC, resident. Chu Lin, 50, of Fresh Meadows, New York, and Xiean Cheng, 42, of Cornelius, North Carolina, were taken into custody after authorities say they arrived at the victim’s home […] The...
By Henry Kanapi 8/9/2026, 2:30:03 PM
Ether.fi CEO warns EIP-8363 could harm small LSTs and consolidate power toward Lido
EIP-8363 risks centralizing Ethereum staking, potentially undermining decentralization by favoring large operators like Lido over smaller ones. The post Ether.fi CEO warns EIP-8363 could harm small LSTs and consolidate power toward Lido appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 2:25:36 PM
Strategy teases next Bitcoin move after 1,030 BTC transfer
Strategy’s next Bitcoin move is in focus after Saylor’s Sunday teaser, a 1,030 BTC transfer and last week’s confirmed $104.7M sale.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 2:25:26 PM
Khamenei banner burned in Iran amid calls for protests, regime dissent escalates
Escalating dissent in Iran could destabilize the regime, influencing leadership dynamics and increasing political uncertainty. The post Khamenei banner burned in Iran amid calls for protests, regime dissent escalates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 2:21:33 PM
Netanyahu rejects US-backed proposal for Hamas disarmament
Netanyahu's rejection complicates US diplomacy, potentially stalling peace efforts and exacerbating regional tensions and territorial disputes. The post Netanyahu rejects US-backed proposal for Hamas disarmament appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 2:20:23 PM
Bitcoin investors pour $853 million into spot ETFs. BlackRock’s IBIT claims the bulk
Bitcoin ETFs recorded $853.54 million in net inflows last week, the strongest since mid-April, with BlackRock’s IBIT taking the bulk.
By Omkar Godbole 8/9/2026, 2:19:35 PM
Liverpool leads Monaco 2-0 at halftime in Anfield pre-season friendly
Liverpool's promising pre-season performance under new coach Iraola suggests a potential resurgence in competitive play this season. The post Liverpool leads Monaco 2-0 at halftime in Anfield pre-season friendly appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 2:10:59 PM
S&P 500 sales growth hits nearly 5-year high, driven by energy firms
The S&P 500's robust sales growth highlights the dual impact of geopolitical tensions on energy and sustained tech demand, signaling market volatility. The post S&P 500 sales growth hits nearly 5-year high, driven by energy firms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 2:07:43 PM
Never sell treasury model cracks again as 1,635 BTC is offloaded shrinking Empery reserves by 76% in weeks
The company retained 1,279 BTC by Aug. 6, with 954 pledged against $35 million of debt. The post Never sell treasury model cracks again as 1,635 BTC is offloaded shrinking Empery reserves by 76% in weeks appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/9/2026, 2:00:20 PM
Bitcoin BIP-110 enters mandatory phase at 2.53% support
Bitcoin’s BIP-110 branch stalled after two blocks and fell 98 blocks behind, after mandatory signaling began with only 2.53% miner support.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 1:59:29 PM
What happens when a stablecoin depegs for 30 seconds
Most traders assume depegs are slow. They are not. Inside the 30 second window where arbitrage bots, liquidation cascades, and oracle lag collide to turn a minor price slip into a systemic event. The popular explanation of a stablecoin depeg…
By Rony Roy 8/9/2026, 1:58:43 PM
XRPL Amendment Retirement: Ripple Engineer Says Users Will Not Be Affected
RippleX software engineer explains logic behind retiring XRP Ledger amendments.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 8/9/2026, 1:55:59 PM
Scott Bessent signals intent to curb rising bond yields
Bessent's focus on reducing bond yields could stabilize housing and corporate investment, but hinges on geopolitical and fiscal conditions improving. The post Scott Bessent signals intent to curb rising bond yields appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:54:44 PM
Michael Saylor Teases Strategy’s Next Bitcoin Move: Analysts Expect Another Sale
Saylor made another hint on Sunday. The question is: what follows on Monday?
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/9/2026, 1:51:07 PM
Bitcoin’s Price Barely Blinks Amid Coldcard Sweeps and BIP-110’s Collapse
Bitcoin barely flinched through two potentially disruptive events, holding near $65,000 as losses tied to the Coldcard hardware wallet exploit mounted and the BIP-110 minority chain stalled almost immediately after splitting from the main network. Over the past 48 hours, BTC traded largely between $64,500 and $65,250. By Sunday morning, Aug. 9,...
By Jamie Redman 8/9/2026, 1:48:58 PM
XRP Whales Accumulate 380M Tokens as Buy Signal Flashes
XRP whales are amassing tokens amid a new buy signal, hinting at a potential rally. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/9/2026, 1:41:46 PM
Strategy Ready to Buy Bitcoin? Saylor Drops Fresh 'Doing Business' Teaser
Saylor triggers Bitcoin buying speculation with a fresh 'Doing Business' chart as Strategy balances a $4 billion cash hoard against a $9 billion paper loss.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/9/2026, 1:38:30 PM
Santiment reports 2.27M new Bitcoin wallets amid Coldcard custody concerns
The surge in Bitcoin wallet creation highlights the self-custody community's rapid response to security threats, impacting market dynamics. The post Santiment reports 2.27M new Bitcoin wallets amid Coldcard custody concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:36:13 PM
Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola debuts at Anfield against Monaco in pre-season friendly
Iraola's appointment at Liverpool signals a shift in club strategy, emphasizing adaptability and short-term results over long-term stability. The post Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola debuts at Anfield against Monaco in pre-season friendly appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:25:53 PM
Celtic’s Kasper Hogh scores first-half hat-trick in league match
Hogh's rapid impact boosts Celtic's title defense and Champions League ambitions, validating their investment and strategic scouting efforts. The post Celtic’s Kasper Hogh scores first-half hat-trick in league match appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:24:42 PM
OpenAI’s Sam Altman predicts exponential growth in AI token usage, framing intelligence as a utility
AI's evolution into a utility-like service could reshape economic models, necessitating new strategies for managing consumption and costs. The post OpenAI’s Sam Altman predicts exponential growth in AI token usage, framing intelligence as a utility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:15:33 PM
IMF warns local stablecoins could speed dollar adoption
IMF official Dan Katz says local stablecoins could ease conversion into dollar tokens, raising dollarization risks across emerging markets.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 1:14:42 PM
Ripple (XRP) ETFs Record Another Green Week but Fresh Concerns Surface
We will also take a look at XRP's price movements over the past week and some major predictions.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/9/2026, 1:13:44 PM
Arsenal nears £80M agreement with Juventus for Kenan Yıldız
Arsenal's potential acquisition of Yldz could significantly bolster their attacking options, impacting their competitiveness in upcoming seasons. The post Arsenal nears £80M agreement with Juventus for Kenan Yıldız appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:08:24 PM
Sequoia pursues AI investments more aggressively under Lin and Grady
Sequoia's aggressive AI investments could reshape venture capital norms, signaling sustained high valuations and increased market competition. The post Sequoia pursues AI investments more aggressively under Lin and Grady appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:06:53 PM
Firmus transforms from Bitcoin miner to $10.5B AI infrastructure company after raising $2B
Firmus's pivot to AI infrastructure highlights a strategic shift in tech investment, emphasizing sustainable energy and regional expansion in Asia-Pacific. The post Firmus transforms from Bitcoin miner to $10.5B AI infrastructure company after raising $2B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:02:45 PM
AI financial advisers carry a hidden Bitcoin bias activated by a single specific switch
An AI financial adviser receives the same client three times, with the finances and tolerance for risk left unchanged. The first prompt asks for a diversified long-term portfolio. The second introduces bank failures and capital controls, while the third imagines an economy in which autonomous software buys services and pays other machines. The...
By Andjela Radmilac 8/9/2026, 1:00:56 PM
CLARITY Stalls, Coldcard Fallout Continues, Bitcoin Barely Budges
This editorial is from this week’s edition of the newsletter Week in Review, sent to subscribers on Friday. Subscribe to the newsletter to get this weekly editorial the second it’s finished. The newsletter also includes the biggest stories of the week, with a comment on each story. Last Friday, Bitcoin dropped from $64.7K to $62.8K, […]
By David Sencil 8/9/2026, 1:00:45 PM
XRP Already Meets Clarity Act Rules, Lawyer Says
XRP may already meet the requirements to be classified as a digital commodity under the proposed CLARITY Act.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/9/2026, 1:00:07 PM
Crypto is going through a massive dot-com style shakeout as over 100 projects fold in 2026
An industry-wide reckoning is weeding out unsustainable startups, leaving behind only the protocols with real cash flow and actual users.
By Oliver Knight 8/9/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Local Stablecoins May Accelerate Dollarization Instead of Preventing It
BIS says 98% of stablecoins are USD-denominated and $35T moved on-chain. Data from Argentina, Turkey, and Nigeria shows local coins may entrench dollar use.
By Maya Collins 8/9/2026, 12:59:26 PM
Berkshire: Q2 Operating Earnings Rise 16% to $13.0B
Berkshire Hathaway Q2 operating earnings rose 16% to $13.0B, with $4.5B in buybacks. Net earnings including investment gains more than doubled to $25.7B.
By Andrei Popescu 8/9/2026, 12:59:16 PM
Atlassian Surges 35% as Cloud Growth Reaccelerates
Atlassian shares jumped 35% to $149.07 after August earnings, as market reports cited reaccelerating cloud growth to ~31% YoY and total revenue up ~28%.
By Lena Carter 8/9/2026, 12:59:04 PM
Fiserv Cuts 2026 EPS Outlook to $7.20-$7.40
Fiserv lowered its 2026 adjusted EPS guidance to $7.20–$7.40 on Aug. 6 and cut organic revenue outlook to ~‑1% to 0%, down from $8.00–$8.30 and 1%–3%.
By Maya Sinclair 8/9/2026, 12:58:53 PM
UK online casino players still trust e-wallets more than crypto for deposits
Crypto casinos get most of the attention in payments coverage right now, and it's easy to see why: instant settlement, no card intermediary, funds that move the same whether it's 2pm or 2am.
By Maya Collins 8/9/2026, 12:57:33 PM