Standard Chartered-led Anchorpoint launches Hong Kong dollar stablecoin
HashKey Exchange and OSL Group are now authorized distributors, enabling institutional and professional investors to mint and redeem HKDAP tokens.
By Francisco Rodrigues 8/12/2026, 1:13:49 PM
Bitwise slashes 14% of workforce amid prolonged crypto winter
Bitwise's workforce reduction highlights the crypto sector's vulnerability to market fluctuations and regulatory uncertainty, impacting growth prospects. The post Bitwise slashes 14% of workforce amid prolonged crypto winter appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 8/12/2026, 1:12:23 PM
Charles Schwab launches single stock futures for over 50 US stocks
Schwab's launch of single stock futures could democratize access to leveraged trading, potentially increasing market participation and volatility. The post Charles Schwab launches single stock futures for over 50 US stocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 1:02:11 PM
Nebius reports 514% surge in second-quarter cloud sales as AI demand accelerates
Nebius' rapid cloud sales growth underscores the transformative impact of AI on cloud infrastructure demand and competitive market dynamics. The post Nebius reports 514% surge in second-quarter cloud sales as AI demand accelerates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 1:01:13 PM
America doesn’t need a second-class payments system
If an institution qualifies to participate in America’s banking system, it should have a clear path to America’s payment system, argues Anchorage Digital's Rachel Anderika.
By Rachel Anderika 8/12/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Anthropic likely to select EY as auditor amid Big Four conflicts
Anthropic's choice of EY as auditor highlights the growing complexity of AI partnerships and their impact on regulatory compliance and IPO readiness. The post Anthropic likely to select EY as auditor amid Big Four conflicts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:57:27 PM
7 Binance Trading Pairs to Be Delisted in August: Full List
Binance continues August shakeup with seven crypto pairs now set to be removed.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 8/12/2026, 12:55:11 PM
Iran shifts to survival economy amid stalled US negotiations
Iran's shift to a survival economy may deepen regional instability and complicate future diplomatic resolutions with the U.S. The post Iran shifts to survival economy amid stalled US negotiations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/12/2026, 12:54:01 PM
Traders see 45% chance of September Fed rate hike
The Fed's rate decision could either curb inflation or risk economic slowdown, impacting borrowing costs and market stability significantly. The post Traders see 45% chance of September Fed rate hike appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:48:15 PM
Anchorpoint launches HKDAP stablecoin for institutional users in Hong Kong
Standard Chartered-backed Anchorpoint has begun the phased rollout of its Hong Kong dollar-backed HKDAP stablecoin, opening beta access to institutional distributors and professional investors for payments, fiat conversion and tokenized asset settlement. Anchorpoint said on Wednesday that the first phase…
By Rony Roy 8/12/2026, 12:48:02 PM
Celtic pushing to sign Mika Baur from SC Paderborn in deal reportedly worth €8M
Celtic's pursuit of Baur highlights strategic squad strengthening amid financial negotiations, impacting both clubs' future competitive dynamics. The post Celtic pushing to sign Mika Baur from SC Paderborn in deal reportedly worth €8M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:47:37 PM
Nebius reveals AI capacity pricing for mid-term and short-duration deals
Nebius's AI pricing strategy highlights the growing demand for immediate compute capacity, impacting revenue potential and market positioning. The post Nebius reveals AI capacity pricing for mid-term and short-duration deals appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:47:01 PM
Bitcoin-Gold Correlation Spikes on Macro Risks; Shiba Inu (SHIB) Whale Presence Shrinks to Just 0.04%; Binance Secures $600 Million Tokenization Milestone: Founder Reacts — Morning Crypto Report
BTC-gold correlation turns positive on macro risk, SHIB whale wallets falls to 0.04%, and Binance's bStocks nets $600 million in tokenized assets.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/12/2026, 12:46:15 PM
WeRide sales exceed expectations amid rising ride-hailing demand
WeRide's growth highlights the transformative potential of autonomous technology in global ride-hailing, reshaping industry dynamics and competition. The post WeRide sales exceed expectations amid rising ride-hailing demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:45:42 PM
U.S. CPI inflation slows to 3.4% as expected, bitcoin holds near $64,000
Both headline and core inflation matched economists’ expectations, while bitcoin held near $64,000 and Treasury yields declined.
By James Van Straten 8/12/2026, 12:44:39 PM
Swiss central bank holds $72M in Strategy shares, boosting Bitcoin demand
The SNB's indirect Bitcoin exposure via Strategy highlights central banks' cautious yet evolving approach to cryptocurrency investments. The post Swiss central bank holds $72M in Strategy shares, boosting Bitcoin demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:44:16 PM
Yen holds gains after soft US CPI print, trading near 159 per dollar
The yen's modest gains amid soft US CPI highlight potential shifts in monetary policy, impacting global currency dynamics and trade balances. The post Yen holds gains after soft US CPI print, trading near 159 per dollar appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:43:12 PM
Fidelity files with SEC to add staking to Ethereum ETF
Fidelity plans to add staking to its Ether fund, with 85% of rewards retained by FETH and quarterly cash distributions planned for investors.
By Helen Partz 8/12/2026, 12:42:58 PM
Top 10 Metaverse Crypto Coins for August 2026
Metaverse coins are digital assets that support the functioning of virtual worlds, allowing users to interact, create, own, and exchange value within immersive digital environments. As these ecosystems develop, many platforms are introducing native tokens to establish their own digital economies, giving users a way to participate in activities...
By N/A 8/12/2026, 12:40:44 PM
Bitcoin Price Holds Steady as US July CPI Comes in as Expected
The US CPI data now follows the weaker-than-expected jobs report from last week.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/12/2026, 12:38:45 PM
Ethereum price rebounds 3% as CPI lifts ETH above $1,900
Ethereum price rebounded from $1,850 to trade above $1,900 on Aug. 12 as softer U.S. inflation data supported risk appetite and buyers returned near a key support zone. Ethereum price action today According to data from crypto.news, Ethereum (ETH) price…
By Rony Roy 8/12/2026, 12:37:07 PM
US inflation eases to 3.4% as shelter costs remain the stubborn holdout
Persistent shelter costs may challenge the Fed's inflation target, impacting monetary policy and economic stability in the long term. The post US inflation eases to 3.4% as shelter costs remain the stubborn holdout appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:37:05 PM
Hong Kong excludes proprietary trading firms from tax concessions on carried interest
Hong Kong's tax policy shift may drive proprietary trading firms to reconsider their operational base, impacting regional financial dynamics. The post Hong Kong excludes proprietary trading firms from tax concessions on carried interest appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:35:52 PM
S&P 500 dividend yield hits historic low as just 5 members still offer 6% or more
The historic low S&P 500 dividend yield highlights a shift towards capital gains over income, challenging income-focused investors' strategies. The post S&P 500 dividend yield hits historic low as just 5 members still offer 6% or more appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:35:28 PM
U.S. CPI Comes In at 3.4%, Matching Forecast
The post U.S. CPI Comes In at 3.4%, Matching Forecast appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News U.S. inflation eased in July, with consumer prices rising 3.4% year over year, matching the 3.4% forecast and slowing from 3.5% previously. Consumer prices rose 0.1% month over month, also in line with expectations. Core CPI, which excludes food and...
By Qadir AK 8/12/2026, 12:34:59 PM
Consumer Price Index preview aligns with expectations, suggesting Fed may hold rates steady
Stable rates could bolster economic confidence, but unexpected inflation shifts may prompt policy changes, impacting market dynamics. The post Consumer Price Index preview aligns with expectations, suggesting Fed may hold rates steady appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/12/2026, 12:34:52 PM
8 Out of 10 Shiba Inu (SHIB) Exchanges Lose Open Interest: Explaining How It Can Be Bullish
Shiba Inu losing open interest on exchanges, which reflects the lack of conviction among investors.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/12/2026, 12:34:00 PM
Nicolai Tangen says AI and robotics may drive productivity gains and deflation within three years
AI and robotics could reshape economic landscapes by enhancing productivity, potentially leading to deflationary trends and strategic market shifts. The post Nicolai Tangen says AI and robotics may drive productivity gains and deflation within three years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:31:18 PM
Ripple Price Forecast: XRP lags recovery as exchange reserves expand
Ripple (XRP) is trading within a broadly constrained technical structure, with support at $1.00 and key moving averages limiting its recovery potential. In August, the remittance token declined by approximately 6.5%, extending its total pullback to around 14% from July's $1.18 peak.
By N/A 8/12/2026, 12:30:00 PM
SEC and CFTC plans to write crypto rules without Congress – but they can’t make them permanent
CFTC Chair Michael Selig said on Aug. 4 that the agency has crypto rule proposals ready and plans to finalize them before the current administration ends, regardless of whether Congress passes the CLARITY Act. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has separately said the SEC can keep pursuing meaningful crypto rulemaking even if Congress fails to act....
By Gino Matos 8/12/2026, 12:30:00 PM
US July CPI report lands at 8:30 a.m. ET on August 12
The July CPI report's impact on Federal Reserve policy could influence interest rate expectations, affecting financial markets and economic planning. The post US July CPI report lands at 8:30 a.m. ET on August 12 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:29:50 PM
Cypherpunk Technologies posts $39M net income in Q2, driven by Zcash gains
Cypherpunk's pivot to crypto highlights the volatility and potential rewards of digital asset strategies, impacting investor confidence and market dynamics. The post Cypherpunk Technologies posts $39M net income in Q2, driven by Zcash gains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:28:54 PM
US regulator OCC approved Bitcoin and crypto companies to become national banks in the USA
This regulatory shift could accelerate institutional crypto adoption, influencing market dynamics and prompting further regulatory developments. The post US regulator OCC approved Bitcoin and crypto companies to become national banks in the USA appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/12/2026, 12:28:46 PM
AI Hyperscalers Are Pricing Bitcoin Miners Off the Grid— Here’s Why Its a Massive Win-Win
Bitcoin Magazine AI Hyperscalers Are Pricing Bitcoin Miners Off the Grid— Here’s Why Its a Massive Win-Win AI is pricing Bitcoin miners off the main power grid. Headlines call it a surrender, but a massive infrastructure win is hiding inside the eviction. This post AI Hyperscalers Are Pricing Bitcoin Miners Off the Grid— Here’s Why Its a Massive...
By Nick Ward 8/12/2026, 12:28:35 PM
Ron Baron bets $25B on SpaceX, projects $40T valuation within a decade
Baron's massive bet on SpaceX highlights the potential for unprecedented growth in the space industry, but also underscores significant investment risks. The post Ron Baron bets $25B on SpaceX, projects $40T valuation within a decade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:27:59 PM
Metaplanet Moves 3,881 as Bitcoin Price Slips Despite ETF Inflows
According to Lookonchain data, today, August 12, 2026, Metaplanet (Japanese Bitcoin Treasury company) has transferred 3,881 BTC, worth…
By Niharika Deshpande 8/12/2026, 12:26:19 PM
BNB Chain’s AvengerDAO builds a security marketplace where builders can actually find help
AvengerDAO's security marketplace fosters a safer BNB Chain ecosystem, enhancing trust and collaboration among developers and users. The post BNB Chain’s AvengerDAO builds a security marketplace where builders can actually find help appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:24:58 PM
Swiss government proposes mandatory bonus deferral for bankers after Credit Suisse collapse
Switzerland's regulatory shift may reshape global banking norms, influencing risk management and executive accountability in financial sectors. The post Swiss government proposes mandatory bonus deferral for bankers after Credit Suisse collapse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:23:00 PM
Harmony traces over 10,000 transfers linked to fraudulent tokens after massive exploit
The exploit highlights critical vulnerabilities in blockchain security, potentially undermining trust and stability in decentralized networks. The post Harmony traces over 10,000 transfers linked to fraudulent tokens after massive exploit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:22:28 PM
New York City Council probes Polymarket, Kalshi over marketing practices
The New York City Council has opened an investigation into the marketing practices of four prediction market platforms, including Polymarket, Kalshi, Coinbase and Gemini Titan, over allegations that event-contract firms may use deceptive advertising to attract consumers. The office of…
By Rony Roy 8/12/2026, 12:21:45 PM
World Cup hangover looms large over Premier League clubs ahead of 2026-27 season
Premier League clubs face potential performance dips and injury risks due to the tight post-World Cup schedule and player fatigue. The post World Cup hangover looms large over Premier League clubs ahead of 2026-27 season appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:19:39 PM
Lovable raises $400M at $13.3B valuation to take on Anthropic and SpaceX in AI race
Lovable's rapid growth and global investor interest highlight the intensifying global competition and strategic importance of AI innovation. The post Lovable raises $400M at $13.3B valuation to take on Anthropic and SpaceX in AI race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:19:37 PM
Saudi Arabia reports 1M-barrel output rebound in July as Gulf ceasefire holds
The ceasefire's impact on oil production highlights the fragile balance between geopolitical stability and global energy supply resilience. The post Saudi Arabia reports 1M-barrel output rebound in July as Gulf ceasefire holds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:17:38 PM
Switzerland advances regulatory reforms following Credit Suisse collapse
Switzerland's regulatory overhaul aims to fortify its banking sector, potentially reshaping global financial stability and governance norms. The post Switzerland advances regulatory reforms following Credit Suisse collapse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:16:28 PM
Analyst Says Solana’s Speed Comes With a Reliability Test
Dr. Stevenson says Solana’s investment case is rooted in its ability to process high transaction volumes quickly and cheaply. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/12/2026, 12:16:00 PM
Bank of Japan faces division with US over next policy steps as yen intervention sparks rate hike debate
The BoJ's potential rate hike could disrupt global markets, affecting Japanese exports, bond yields, and cross-border capital flows. The post Bank of Japan faces division with US over next policy steps as yen intervention sparks rate hike debate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:14:48 PM
Pimco calls market anxiety over Federal Reserve’s inflation credentials overdone
Pimco's stance suggests potential investment opportunities in Treasury yields, highlighting the importance of fiscal policy and economic signals. The post Pimco calls market anxiety over Federal Reserve’s inflation credentials overdone appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:11:02 PM
European stocks steady ahead of US inflation data, geopolitical risks in focus
European markets face volatility as US inflation data and geopolitical tensions influence monetary policy and sector performance dynamics. The post European stocks steady ahead of US inflation data, geopolitical risks in focus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:07:49 PM
XRP Price Could Rally 100% If CLARITY Act Passes by October, Analyst Says
The post XRP Price Could Rally 100% If CLARITY Act Passes by October, Analyst Says appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XRP just gave traders a scare and a signal in the same breath. The token briefly dipped below a dollar this week before snapping back almost immediately, a move one analyst says could mark a short-term bottom right as the...
By Qadir AK 8/12/2026, 12:07:00 PM
Goldman Sachs buys options-ETF specialist NEOS Investments
Goldman's acquisition enhances its ETF capabilities, signaling a strategic shift towards active and structured investment solutions. The post Goldman Sachs buys options-ETF specialist NEOS Investments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/12/2026, 12:06:15 PM