Yuga Labs CEO defends Bored Ape price comeback
Bored Ape floor prices have doubled in a month as Yuga Labs CEO Michael Figge says blue-chip NFTs were oversold. Bored Ape Yacht Club floor prices have doubled over the past month, climbing from around 5 ETH to over 10…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 7:35:00 PM
Michael Saylor clarifies Strategy’s Bitcoin stance: never be a net seller
Saylor's stance reassures investors but highlights the precarious balance between Bitcoin's market volatility and Strategy's financial stability. The post Michael Saylor clarifies Strategy’s Bitcoin stance: never be a net seller appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 7:34:12 PM
Kevin Hassett opposes new bureaucracy for AI approvals, warns it could push innovation to China
White House NEC Director Kevin Hassett opposes creating a new federal bureaucracy for AI approvals, warning it could push innovation to China as the admin weighs an executive order. The post Kevin Hassett opposes new bureaucracy for AI approvals, warns it could push innovation to China appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 7:32:19 PM
ICBA Warns Kraken OCC Charter Bid Threatens US Bank Deposits and Financial Stability
Community bankers are pushing back hard now that crypto exchanges are applying for national trust bank charters, with the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) calling the move a threat to financial stability and consumer protections. At the same time, other bankers are concerned with the CLARITY Act and stablecoins. ICBA Tells OCC to...
By Jamie Redman 5/11/2026, 7:20:16 PM
This week Bitcoin faces as a new fed chair colliding with inflation in its biggest macro test of the year
Bitcoin faces 2026's densest macro test as CPI, Warsh, and Trump-Xi collide This week (May 11-15) has a credible claim to being the most consequential macro window of 2026 so far, as it compresses every channel currently driving risk assets into a single sequence. Inflation, producer costs, consumer demand, Fed liquidity, central bank leadership,...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 5/11/2026, 7:15:39 PM
BlackRock IBIT leads Bitcoin ETF inflow streak
US spot Bitcoin ETF products drew $622.75 million last week, their sixth straight week of net inflows. US spot Bitcoin ETF products drew $622.75 million in net inflows during the week of May 4 to 8, extending the streak to…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 7:10:00 PM
Americans for Responsible Innovation urges US to vet AI models for government contracts
Increased AI model vetting for government use could set a precedent for broader industry safety standards, impacting tech and crypto sectors. The post Americans for Responsible Innovation urges US to vet AI models for government contracts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 7:08:37 PM
Strait of Hormuz tensions threaten global oil supply, WTI prices may rise
Geopolitical tensions in key maritime routes could lead to significant economic impacts due to potential disruptions in global energy markets. The post Strait of Hormuz tensions threaten global oil supply, WTI prices may rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 7:08:08 PM
Blackstone launches lending platform to finance 50,000 US homes annually
Blackstone launches a homebuilder lending platform through its BREDS unit to finance over 50,000 US homes annually as banks retreat from construction loans. The post Blackstone launches lending platform to finance 50,000 US homes annually appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 7:05:53 PM
Ripple Taps $200 Million Credit Line for Rebranded Hidden Road Prime Brokerage
Ripple has secured a $200 million debt facility to expand its prime brokerage unit, Ripple Prime, as demand for institutional financing continues to grow across digital and traditional markets. Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don't!) The company announced that funds managed by Neuberger Specialty...
By Jared Kirui 5/11/2026, 7:03:24 PM
XRP Whales Accused Of Manipulating Liquidity In Major Market Move
Fresh accusations of market manipulation are surrounding XRP after a wave of unusual whale activity triggered sharp liquidity shifts across major exchanges. On-chain analysts claim that large XRP holders may be strategically moving billions of tokens to influence price action, target leveraged positions, and exploit weak liquidity zones during...
By Godspower Owie 5/11/2026, 7:00:31 PM
Zcash Is Up 1,500% And Its Biggest Backer Says This Is Why
Zcash’s sharp revival did not happen by accident, according to Josh Swihart, who argues that ZEC’s roughly 1,500% rally reflects a multi-year reset across governance, product strategy, narrative positioning and organizational structure. In a detailed update, Swihart framed Zcash’s recent strength as the result of hard decisions made in 2023 and...
By Jake Simmons 5/11/2026, 7:00:29 PM
Bank of America delays Fed rate cuts to 2027 amid persistent inflation
Bank of America delays Fed rate cuts to 2027 amid inflation concerns. No rate cuts in 2026 at 57.9% YES. The post Bank of America delays Fed rate cuts to 2027 amid persistent inflation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 7:00:16 PM
Anchorage steps back from USDG as stablecoin alliances decentralize
USDG, still issued by Paxos Singapore and regulated by MAS, will remain in market as one of many institutionally backed dollars as regulators, banks and VCs push toward a fragmented, multi‑issuer “economic OS.” Anchorage Digital, the first federally chartered crypto…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 6:57:30 PM
Senators Strike Deal to Target Crypto Criminals
Washington is moving closer than ever to passing a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/11/2026, 6:55:14 PM
Rising Inflation Forecasts Put Fresh Pressure On XRP Holders
Rising inflation forecasts are putting fresh pressure on XRP holders as traders brace for this week’s U.S. CPI and PPI releases. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/11/2026, 6:55:00 PM
Foundry backs Stratum V2 in mining overhaul
Seven pools covering 75% of Bitcoin hashrate have joined Stratum V2, shifting block control to individual miners. Seven of the world’s largest Bitcoin mining pools have joined the Stratum V2 working group, giving the open protocol a combined hashrate share…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 6:55:00 PM
Bitcoin Holds Above $81,500 as $135M in Leveraged Crypto Positions Get Liquidated
After hitting a peak of $82,458 late Sunday, bitcoin spent the afternoon of Monday testing resistance near $82,000. Bitcoin Battles Resistance Above $81,000 Bitcoin carried the momentum that saw it reclaim the $80,000 threshold and reach a peak of $82,458 late Sunday into the new working week, holding above $80,500 for much of Monday morning. […]
By Terence Zimwara 5/11/2026, 6:52:46 PM
Australia’s capital gains rethink puts crypto HODLers in the crosshairs
Australia is weighing a capital gains tax overhaul that would scrap the long‑standing 50% discount on assets held more than a year and replace it with an inflation‑indexed system, a shift that could materially raise tax bills for crypto and…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 6:51:57 PM
Prediction markets are now trading on Elon Musk’s dopamine
Polymarket now hosts “tweet markets” on Elon Musk’s weekly post count, turning his X activity into on‑chain micro‑event data with wild intraday probability swings. Elon Musk’s tweet count is no longer just a social media curiosity — it is a…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 6:44:19 PM
US home sellers outnumber buyers by 630,000, the largest gap ever recorded
The housing market imbalance may drive innovation in real estate investment, boosting interest in tokenized assets and decentralized finance. The post US home sellers outnumber buyers by 630,000, the largest gap ever recorded appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 6:43:20 PM
Kraken parent Payward seeks fresh funding at $20 billion valuation ahead of planned IPO
The crypto exchange operator is pursuing a new fundraising round as it ramps up acquisitions across derivatives and stablecoins while laying the groundwork for a future public listing.
By Will Canny 5/11/2026, 6:42:27 PM
Iran rejects 20-year enrichment freeze, US refuses reparations amid nuclear talks
The impasse in US-Iran nuclear talks may heighten regional tensions and complicate future diplomatic efforts, impacting global security dynamics. The post Iran rejects 20-year enrichment freeze, US refuses reparations amid nuclear talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 6:33:35 PM
CoW DAO approves compensation for cow.fi hijack victims, claims due May 14
CoW DAO approved CIP‑86 to offer discretionary grants of up to 100% to victims of April’s cow.fi domain hijack, with detailed claims due by May 14 and payouts targeted by May 31. CoW DAO has formally approved a user compensation…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 6:30:33 PM
CryptoQuant rejects dump fears on Bitcoin whale
A Bitcoin whale dormant since 2013 moved $40 million in BTC on May 10, with analysts ruling out an exchange dump. A long-dormant Bitcoin whale wallet moved about $40 million in BTC on Sunday after more than 12 years of…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 6:30:00 PM
Ethereum details Glamsterdam devnet progress and Hegotá roadmap shift
FOCIL, Verkle Trees and account‑abstraction upgrades have moved to Hegotá, turning it into a late‑2026 “cleanup and hardening” fork while leadership changes in Ethereum’s Protocol Cluster steer the longer Strawmap roadmap. The Ethereum Foundation has published a new protocol update…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 6:19:23 PM
SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son discusses multibillion-dollar AI data center project with Macron
SoftBank's AI data center plans in France could significantly boost Europe's tech infrastructure and attract more global investments. The post SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son discusses multibillion-dollar AI data center project with Macron appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 6:19:06 PM
Is Bitcoin’s Rally Fake? Analyst Sees Massive Downside Ahead
Some market watchers see the recent recovery as the beginning of expansion, while others view it as exit liquidity.
By Wayne Jones 5/11/2026, 6:18:18 PM
Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rises 50% in 25 trading days amid global AI chip race
The rapid rise in the semiconductor index highlights the volatile nature of AI-driven markets, raising concerns about potential market bubbles. The post Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rises 50% in 25 trading days amid global AI chip race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 6:17:40 PM
Lincoln International seeks $421M in US IPO, files to list on NYSE
Lincoln's IPO could enhance its capital for growth and strategic investments, impacting its competitive stance in the mid-market advisory sector. The post Lincoln International seeks $421M in US IPO, files to list on NYSE appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 6:17:31 PM
Bitcoin briefly reclaims $82,000 on Gate as volatility stays muted
Bitcoin briefly reclaimed $82,000 on Gate with a 0.81% daily gain, keeping price pinned near the top of its recent range as prediction markets and derivatives data still point to muted volatility. According to Gate market data, the BTC/USDT pair has broken…
By Dorian Batycka 5/11/2026, 6:12:39 PM
Circle launches Arc blockchain with BlackRock backing
Circle has launched the Arc blockchain after raising $222 million in a token presale backed by BlackRock and a16z. Circle Internet Group raised $222 million in the presale of ARC, the native token of its new Arc blockchain, giving the…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 6:10:36 PM
Zcash Drops to $550 as Traders Defend 33% Weekly Surge and Eye Another Run
On May 11, zcash (ZEC) fell to $550 after a sharp rally, but the privacy coin remains up 33% in seven days as renewed interest and controversy fuel debate over its future. Zcash Pulls Back After Sharp Rally Privacy coin zcash (ZEC) plunged to $550 on Monday, even as renewed chatter about privacy in the […]
By Terence Zimwara 5/11/2026, 6:07:58 PM
UN warns Iran war’s Strait of Hormuz blockade is starving Somalia
The blockade's impact on Somalia highlights the severe humanitarian and economic ripple effects of geopolitical conflicts on vulnerable regions. The post UN warns Iran war’s Strait of Hormuz blockade is starving Somalia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 6:02:48 PM
Crypto’s X feed turns into a live tape for policy, halving and AI fear
Washington’s week from hell for stablecoins and the Fed. Across crypto X, the dominant thread is a single question: does Washington finally lock in a crypto‑compatible framework or kill the industry’s yield engine in the name of bank stability. Posts…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 5:56:31 PM
China’s industrial strategy threatens $650B in G-7 output, US Chamber warns
China's industrial strategy could reshape global manufacturing dynamics, prompting G-7 nations to rethink supply chain dependencies. The post China’s industrial strategy threatens $650B in G-7 output, US Chamber warns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 5:53:18 PM
XRP Price Capped In Tight Range As Bulls Brace For Fight
Funding rates drop sub-zero on Binance: what does that say about XRP's price structure? Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 5/11/2026, 5:52:00 PM
Bitcoin surges above $82,000 amid US-Iran de-escalation signals
Bitcoin's surge may boost institutional interest and market optimism, influencing long-term price predictions and geopolitical market dynamics. The post Bitcoin surges above $82,000 amid US-Iran de-escalation signals appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 5:51:50 PM
MultiBank Group’s crypto arm mb.io brings Ghana gold on-chain with Kings Orbis, EON3 & Mavryk
MultiBank Group’s crypto arm mb.io brings Ghana gold on-chain with Kings Orbis, EON3 & Mavryk
By Chainwire 5/11/2026, 5:48:46 PM
Starmer nationalizes British Steel, aligns Labour with EU amid leadership concerns
Starmer's policy shift may trigger leadership challenges within Labour, reflecting broader Western resistance to Chinese industrial influence. The post Starmer nationalizes British Steel, aligns Labour with EU amid leadership concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 5:46:44 PM
Google warns hackers are using AI to build zero-day exploit for planned mass cyberattack
The rise of AI-driven cyberattacks necessitates enhanced global cybersecurity measures to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive data. The post Google warns hackers are using AI to build zero-day exploit for planned mass cyberattack appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/11/2026, 5:45:50 PM
Iran ready to downblend uranium amid US-Iran nuclear talks
Iran's uranium downblending could enhance compliance with international norms, potentially easing US-Iran tensions and fostering diplomatic progress. The post Iran ready to downblend uranium amid US-Iran nuclear talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 5:45:23 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: BitMine slows accumulation even as Tom Lee predicts a crypto spring
Ethereum (ETH) treasury firm BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) purchased 26,659 ETH last week, taking its holdings of the top altcoin to 5.2 million ETH. However, that figure represents its lowest weekly acquisition since becoming an ETH treasury last June.
By N/A 5/11/2026, 5:35:32 PM
Bitcoin ‘golden cross’ appears for the first time since 2023: Will BTC price rally?
Bitcoin’s MVRV suggests a shift to bullish momentum as BTC's market structure strengthens, which may be an early sign of a new bull market.
By Nancy Lubale 5/11/2026, 5:35:04 PM
Crypto Pundit Shares Why XRP Could Reach The $12 Price Mark
Even though it has fallen drastically from its all-time high, the XRP price continues to pose a highly bullish future outlook. After several analyses and research, many analysts still believe that the leading altcoin is set to experience one of its biggest rallies since its launch, reaching as high as the $12 mark. What Historical […]
By Godspower Owie 5/11/2026, 5:30:30 PM
Adam Back Joins Capital B’s €15.2M Round to Expand Bitcoin Holdings
Capital B, a European bitcoin treasury company listed in Paris, raised €15.2 million on May 11, 2026, through a private placement backed by institutional investors, including Blockstream CEO Adam Back and French asset manager TOBAM. Capital B Closes €15.2M Round to Grow Bitcoin Treasury Toward 15,000 BTC Target According to the announcement, the...
By Jamie Redman 5/11/2026, 5:30:28 PM
Kuaishou plans $20B IPO for Kling AI video unit in 2027
Kuaishou's Kling AI spin-off could reshape the AI video market, highlighting investor confidence despite regulatory uncertainties in China. The post Kuaishou plans $20B IPO for Kling AI video unit in 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 5:30:19 PM
Dogecoin Price Set To Hit $5 Amid New Influx From Smart Money?
Dogecoin is facing a confusing technical setup as technical analysis warns of a major higher-timeframe move that could first send DOGE into a deeper accumulation zone. The chart appears bearish at first glance, but the inverted price scale changes the reading, turning the projected drop into a longer-term bullish setup that points to $1, $2, and...
By Scott Matherson 5/11/2026, 5:30:08 PM
Galaxy, Sharplink plan $125M institutional DeFi yield fund backed by ETH treasury
Sharplink will contribute $100 million in staked Ether to a Galaxy-managed fund as institutions seek to earn yield from crypto holdings without selling ETH.
By Sam Bourgi 5/11/2026, 5:26:07 PM
Osmosis Surges 185% as COSMOSIS merger debate returns
Osmosis is debating a merger with Cosmos Hub via a 1.998 OSMO‑for‑0.0355 ATOM swap funded by DEX revenue, raising existential questions for OSMO, ATOM and the broader IBC DeFi stack. Osmosis (OSMO) jumped 185% in 24 hours on May 11, reigniting…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 5:24:36 PM