Bitcoin loses touch with the Dollar Index, U.S. stocks ahead of the Fed
Your day-ahead look for Sept. 16, 2026
By Omkar Godbole 9/16/2026, 11:16:51 AM
Amnesty report accuses Iran of crimes against humanity in 2022 protests
The report's allegations may heighten global scrutiny, potentially destabilizing Iran's regime and influencing international diplomatic actions. The post Amnesty report accuses Iran of crimes against humanity in 2022 protests appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/16/2026, 11:15:47 AM
Binance to remove 4 USDC spot pairs on Sept. 18
Binance will remove four USDC spot pairs involving BREV, COOKIE, LA and QNT on Sept. 18 while keeping the underlying tokens tradable.
By Olivia Stephanie 9/16/2026, 11:14:32 AM
XRP price prediction after Clarity Act fails to pass
XRP is under pressure after the U.S. Senate failed to advance the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, a landmark cryptocurrency … Continue reading The post XRP price prediction after Clarity Act fails to pass appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 9/16/2026, 11:12:57 AM
Malicious Uniswap v4 hooks are baiting DeFi traders with fake swap quotes
Malicious Uniswap v4 hooks can win aggregator routing with attractive quotes, then change behavior when a user's transaction settles. The post Malicious Uniswap v4 hooks are baiting DeFi traders with fake swap quotes appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Gino Matos 9/16/2026, 11:10:27 AM
UN raises war crimes concerns after bodies found in Gaza amid Israel-Hamas tensions
The situation may hinder diplomatic efforts and affect international relations, complicating Palestine's recognition as a sovereign state. The post UN raises war crimes concerns after bodies found in Gaza amid Israel-Hamas tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/16/2026, 11:09:02 AM
Circle launches Arc mainnet with BlackRock, Visa and other founding validators
Arc's launch signifies a transformative shift in financial markets, enhancing blockchain adoption with institutional trust and innovative privacy features. The post Circle launches Arc mainnet with BlackRock, Visa and other founding validators appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 9/16/2026, 11:08:48 AM
Lawyer reveals key reason XRP sank after CLARITY Act vote
As XRP’s market capitalization fell by approximately $7.1 billion over the past 24 hours, following a major setback on the … Continue reading The post Lawyer reveals key reason XRP sank after CLARITY Act vote appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 9/16/2026, 11:07:12 AM
Pi Network (PI) Tumbles 14% Daily: Is a Recovery on the Horizon?
PI's market cap dropped under the $1 billion psychological level.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 9/16/2026, 11:06:18 AM
Arc launches mainnet with RedStone data infrastructure powering real-time financial services
Arc's mainnet launch, powered by robust data infrastructure, could significantly enhance stablecoin integration and financial market efficiency. The post Arc launches mainnet with RedStone data infrastructure powering real-time financial services appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 11:06:16 AM
Chinese investors flock to US stocks as Beijing eases investment rules
Chinese investors' surge into US stocks could strain domestic markets and prompt further regulatory adjustments to manage capital outflows. The post Chinese investors flock to US stocks as Beijing eases investment rules appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 11:06:08 AM
Jupiter Earn retires JUICED Loop in final week of September
The JUICED Loop's retirement may prompt users to reassess leveraged yield strategies, impacting future investment behaviors and market dynamics. The post Jupiter Earn retires JUICED Loop in final week of September appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 11:05:43 AM
Two Prime makes onchain finance push with $10 million-backed bitcoin yield vault
Two Prime expands into onchain finance with a bitcoin lending vault built on Pareto for institutional investors.
By James Van Straten 9/16/2026, 11:00:00 AM
Bitcoin traders brace for Fed hike, but a surprise hold could pose bigger risk
Bitcoin is stuck near $80,000 as traders build stablecoin positions that could return to the market once Fed uncertainty clears.
By Helene Braun 9/16/2026, 11:00:00 AM
Swiss lawmakers propose transferring UBS capital decision to government
Shifting capital decision-making to the Swiss government could streamline financial risk responses but risks centralizing power and reducing oversight. The post Swiss lawmakers propose transferring UBS capital decision to government appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:59:02 AM
People’s Bank of China governor states slower loan growth is new normal
China's shift to slower loan growth may stabilize macro leverage, emphasizing sustainable development in high-tech and green sectors. The post People’s Bank of China governor states slower loan growth is new normal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:53:48 AM
Deutsche Bank awaits regulatory approval for crypto custody solutions
Deutsche Bank's crypto custody service could enhance institutional trust in digital assets, potentially accelerating their integration into mainstream finance. The post Deutsche Bank awaits regulatory approval for crypto custody solutions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:51:50 AM
BTC, ETH, and XRP Plunge After CLARITY Setback but All Eyes Turn on Fed Now: Market Watch
XRP, in fact, is one of the worst performers today after the failure of the CLARITY Act's cloture.
By Jordan Lyanchev 9/16/2026, 10:50:06 AM
Kakao sets 6 trillion won revenue target for KakaoAI by 2030
Kakao has set a 2030 revenue target of more than 6 trillion won ($4.3 billion) for its planned KakaoAI business as it prepares to bring AI agents directly into KakaoTalk and separate its investment operations into KakaoX. Yonhap reported on…
By Rony Roy 9/16/2026, 10:49:58 AM
Bitcoin ETFs shed $450 million as Clarity Act fails
U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs shed $450 million, the most since June, as the Senate's failure to advance the Clarity Act sent regulatory-sensitive tokens sharply lower.
By Oliver Knight 9/16/2026, 10:48:44 AM
Houthi rebels capture strategic Red Sea islands, threatening Saudi shipping routes
The Houthi control of Red Sea islands heightens regional instability, disrupts global trade routes, and escalates Saudi-Iran tensions. The post Houthi rebels capture strategic Red Sea islands, threatening Saudi shipping routes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:47:53 AM
Deutsche Bank close to debuting crypto custody for institutions
The service will support a select range of cryptocurrencies at debut, including bitcoin and ether and stablecoins like USDC and EURC.
By Jamie Crawley 9/16/2026, 10:46:28 AM
XRP Community on Alert as Web3 Crypto Wallet Reports Security Breach
The wallet provider strongly recommends that affected users move their assets as a matter of urgency.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 9/16/2026, 10:45:56 AM
KuCoin Adds Arc Support as Network Launches Mainnet
KuCoin has integrated Arc as the blockchain network launches its mainnet, allowing eligible users of the crypto exchange to transfer USDC directly between the two platforms from launch.
By CryptoDaily 9/16/2026, 10:43:15 AM
Circle launches Arc mainnet with Wall Street validators as CLARITY Act stalls
Circle has publicly launched the Arc mainnet on Wednesday, an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain built for financial markets, stablecoin payments, and AI agentic economic activities.
By N/A 9/16/2026, 10:39:58 AM
Live updates: Zcash climbs 6% as majors slide ahead of Fed rate decision
The privacy token is up 130% over 30 days and trades near its all-time highs from 2016, while bitcoin sits at a three-and-a-half-week low below $76,000.
By Shaurya Malwa 9/16/2026, 10:37:46 AM
Bill Ackman dumps Alphabet entirely, bets nearly $1B on Netflix comeback
Ackman's strategic shift highlights a focus on perceived high-growth tech opportunities, potentially influencing broader market investment trends. The post Bill Ackman dumps Alphabet entirely, bets nearly $1B on Netflix comeback appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:36:44 AM
Bitcoin Price Forecast: BTC weakens as CLARITY Act fails to advance ahead of Fed decision
Bitcoin (BTC) remains under pressure, trading below $76,000 at the time of writing on Wednesday after falling over 3% the previous day and as the CLARITY Act failed to advance in the US Senate. Mixed institutional demand suggests caution amid heightened Middle East tensions.
By N/A 9/16/2026, 10:35:03 AM
Deutsche Bank awaits regulatory nod to launch institutional crypto custody solutions
Germany’s largest bank is awaiting regulatory approval to launch institutional custody solutions for Bitcoin, Ether and select stablecoins before expanding into tokenized assets.
By Zoltan Vardai 9/16/2026, 10:33:12 AM
Kalshi Hits $40B+ Volume and 80% of US Prediction Market
Kalshi now moves $40B+ in monthly volume while handling roughly 80% of U.S. prediction market volume. The figures lie in stark contrast to recent developments, the most pertinent being the Senate’s decision to quash the highly awaited crypto market structure bill, à la CLARITY. A Regulated Winner on a Losing Night Bitcoin historian Pete Rizzo […]
By Shiraz Jagati 9/16/2026, 10:30:08 AM
Circle debuts Arc blockchain which Jeremy Allaire calls ‘more consequential’ than USDC
The USDC issuer's chain is built for payments, tokenized assets and institutional finance as banks and payment giants pile into the stablecoin market.
By Krisztian Sandor 9/16/2026, 10:30:00 AM
Google tests math-focused Deep Think Mathematica model internally
Google's internal testing of Mathematica could revolutionize AI's role in advanced mathematics, potentially transforming research methodologies. The post Google tests math-focused Deep Think Mathematica model internally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:29:22 AM
Base sees $104M in DEX volume for deSPXA, ranking second among stock tokens
The rise of deSPXA highlights growing interest in tokenized equity, potentially reshaping access to traditional financial markets globally. The post Base sees $104M in DEX volume for deSPXA, ranking second among stock tokens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:28:23 AM
Ethereum risks 10% drop against Bitcoin as double-top pattern emerges
Key takeaways ETH traded near 0.03167 BTC as its performance against Bitcoin weakened. A potential double top has formed with two peaks around 0.03344 BTC. A close below the 0.03078 BTC neckline could trigger a 10% decline toward 0.0283 BTC. Ethereum is showing signs of further underperformance against Bitcoin as a potential double-top pattern...
By Hassan Maishera 9/16/2026, 10:24:24 AM
Malaysia crypto trading tops $4B, Fitch says
Malaysia’s regulated crypto trading topped $4 billion in 2025 as Fitch cited its Shariah framework and licensed digital asset market.
By Olivia Stephanie 9/16/2026, 10:24:04 AM
Biggest Bitcoin (BTC) Capitulation in September: Short-Term Holders Shake It Off
Short-term holders aim for risk avoidance rather than trading against the wave.
By Arman Shirinyan 9/16/2026, 10:20:00 AM
XRP Holders, Mark Your Calendars for September 29: Network Upgrade Activates
XRPL deploys the Batch feature on September 29 after fixing a critical flaw — here is what it means for XRP holders.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 9/16/2026, 10:17:15 AM
Justin Sun Establishes the Justin Sun Prize: “My Wealth Came from Mathematics and Will Return to Mathematics”
Geneva, Switzerland — September 16, 2026 — The Office of Justin Sun today announced the establishment of the Justin Sun Prize, a zero-trust, decentralized academic bounty mechanism based on a “problem list,” with breakthroughs in fundamental disciplines and machine formal verification as the criteria for awarding prizes, and a top prize of up to...
By BlockmanPR 9/16/2026, 10:16:35 AM
Tyson, Hormel and Other Pork Producers Handing $117,000,000 To Shoppers In 24 States After Alleged Price-Fixing
Pork producers agreed to a $117.065 million class action settlement over claims they conspired to raise pork prices, without admitting wrongdoing. Eligible buyers in 24 states and DC who purchased specific raw pork products from 2014 to 2018 can file claims by October 29th of 2026. The post Tyson, Hormel and Other Pork Producers Handing...
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/16/2026, 10:15:32 AM
European shares rebound as oil prices ease and bond selloff slows
European equities' temporary relief highlights the fragile balance between oil prices, bond yields, and central bank policies impacting markets. The post European shares rebound as oil prices ease and bond selloff slows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:13:58 AM
SK Hynix denies confirmed plans for US memory chip talks with Intel
SK Hynix's potential US expansion could reshape global semiconductor dynamics, enhancing US tech infrastructure and supply chain resilience. The post SK Hynix denies confirmed plans for US memory chip talks with Intel appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:12:16 AM
European natural gas remains near highest levels since 2022 as storage deficit deepens
Elevated gas prices may lead to economic strain in Europe, affecting industries and necessitating strategic shifts in energy sourcing. The post European natural gas remains near highest levels since 2022 as storage deficit deepens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:11:39 AM
Ethiopia cuts Bitcoin miners’ power by 77% amid hydropower shortage: Report
Bitcoin miners generated 35% of the state-owned power producer’s revenue last year, but declining reservoir inflows led the utility to prioritize households and manufacturers.
By Ezra Reguerra 9/16/2026, 10:11:39 AM
Bitcoin holds above key moving averages despite CLARITY Act sell-off
Key takeaways Bitcoin traded near $75,950 after falling more than 1% on Tuesday. Ethereum and XRP declined more than 4% and 9%, respectively. BTC remains above its 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day EMAs. Bitcoin (BTC) traded near $75,950 on Wednesday after declining more than 3% during the previous session as the CLARITY Act failed to advance […] The...
By Hassan Maishera 9/16/2026, 10:08:34 AM
Core Lightning Warns Experimental-Feature Users Over Potential Risk to Funds
Core Lightning urged node operators using experimental features to disable them as developers investigate issues that could affect user funds.
By Idris Calloway 9/16/2026, 10:08:26 AM
Anthropic employees exhibit cult-like devotion to AI model Claude
Anthropic's intense mission-driven culture may influence AI ethics discourse, highlighting potential risks of conflating technology with ideology. The post Anthropic employees exhibit cult-like devotion to AI model Claude appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:08:13 AM
Bitcoin’s Coinbase premium sinks to one-month low as US buying interest fades
The declining Coinbase premium signals potential shifts in US institutional sentiment, impacting Bitcoin's market dynamics and global positioning. The post Bitcoin’s Coinbase premium sinks to one-month low as US buying interest fades appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:07:09 AM
The Standard Chartered Effect: Is bank research becoming crypto’s new short-term catalyst?
Standard Chartered initiated coverage on Arbitrum's ARB token on the morning of Sept. 15 with a $10 price target for 2030. That implies roughly 70 times upside from a token trading near $0.13 and down about 1% over the prior 24 hours. In the same session, ARB gained up to 9%, Bitcoin fell around 4%, […] The post The Standard Chartered Effect: Is...
By Gino Matos 9/16/2026, 10:05:11 AM
Mitsui OSK Lines expects LNG shipments through Strait of Hormuz to remain halted
The prolonged halt of LNG shipments through the Strait of Hormuz could lead to sustained high energy prices and increased geopolitical tensions. The post Mitsui OSK Lines expects LNG shipments through Strait of Hormuz to remain halted appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 10:04:26 AM
Stablecoin Supply Reached $303B in August as Payments Topped $401B, Allium Says
Stablecoin supply reached $303 billion in August 2026, while identified payments totalled $401 billion to $527 billion in the first eight months.
By Karim Daniels 9/16/2026, 10:02:05 AM