Oil falls to lowest since start of Iran war after ceasefire deal, and crypto markets are paying attention
The ceasefire's impact on oil prices highlights shifting geopolitical risks, influencing crypto markets as investors reassess safe-haven assets. The post Oil falls to lowest since start of Iran war after ceasefire deal, and crypto markets are paying attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:49:38 AM
South Korea and Japan hit record stock index highs as chipmaker rally accelerates
AI-driven chip demand is reshaping South Korea and Japan's economies, but reliance on volatile tech stocks poses significant market risks. The post South Korea and Japan hit record stock index highs as chipmaker rally accelerates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:49:34 AM
Oil prices hit lowest since Iran conflict start after ceasefire deal
The ceasefire's impact on oil prices may stabilize global markets, but future geopolitical shifts could still disrupt supply and demand dynamics. The post Oil prices hit lowest since Iran conflict start after ceasefire deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/18/2026, 9:48:26 AM
Bitcoin price loses $64K support after Fed shock, can bulls avoid a drop to $60K?
Bitcoin has fallen back toward the $64,000 level after the Federal Reserve adopted a hawkish policy stance, erasing a relief rally that had been fueled by easing Middle East tensions and renewed hopes for lower energy prices. According to crypto.news…
By Rony Roy 6/18/2026, 9:46:35 AM
Ukraine launches largest drone attack on Moscow, disrupts air traffic and halts major refinery
Ukraine's drone strike on Moscow escalates geopolitical tensions, impacting global energy markets and influencing monetary and crypto strategies. The post Ukraine launches largest drone attack on Moscow, disrupts air traffic and halts major refinery appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:45:14 AM
Calais Becomes 1st Quantitative Hedge Fund to Deploy UBS uMINT as OES Collateral via Bybit, ByCustody & DigiFT
Calais Becomes 1st Quantitative Hedge Fund to Deploy UBS uMINT as OES Collateral via Bybit, ByCustody & DigiFT
By Chainwire 6/18/2026, 9:43:30 AM
ECB’s Kocher warns inflation will persist due to Iran deal fallout
Persistent inflation in the eurozone may lead to prolonged higher interest rates, impacting economic growth and investment strategies. The post ECB’s Kocher warns inflation will persist due to Iran deal fallout appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:43:11 AM
DeepSeek instructs investors against poaching employees as it closes massive funding round
DeepSeek's investor restrictions highlight the intensifying global talent war, emphasizing the strategic value of retaining skilled teams. The post DeepSeek instructs investors against poaching employees as it closes massive funding round appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:39:43 AM
Harry Kane matches Gary Lineker’s World Cup goal record as England beats Croatia
Kane's achievement boosts England's morale and highlights the evolving legacy of English football on the global stage. The post Harry Kane matches Gary Lineker’s World Cup goal record as England beats Croatia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:39:11 AM
Rakuten Wallet turns dog photos into SHIB and DOGE rewards
Rakuten Wallet launches a dog photo contest that rewards selected users with SHIB and DOGE, extending meme coins into consumer engagement.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/18/2026, 9:35:34 AM
2026 World Cup delivers goal-scoring bonanza as USA, Germany, Sweden, and Norway all hit four or more
The high-scoring start to the 2026 World Cup may boost fan engagement but raises concerns about competitive balance due to expanded teams. The post 2026 World Cup delivers goal-scoring bonanza as USA, Germany, Sweden, and Norway all hit four or more appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:35:06 AM
Iñaki Peña expected to leave FC Barcelona this summer on a free transfer
Pea's departure allows Barcelona to streamline their squad, while he gains the opportunity to establish himself as a first-choice goalkeeper abroad. The post Iñaki Peña expected to leave FC Barcelona this summer on a free transfer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:35:05 AM
Solana’s $1B USDC mint collides with DeFi app shutdown as users face unfinished Drift recovery
Users face a September exit deadline while fresh Solana minting signals show liquidity moving faster than recovery systems. The post Solana’s $1B USDC mint collides with DeFi app shutdown as users face unfinished Drift recovery appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 6/18/2026, 9:30:02 AM
Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh emphasizes commitment to price stability, rattling crypto markets
Warsh's hawkish stance signals a potential shift in monetary policy, impacting risk asset allocations and possibly redefining inflation metrics. The post Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh emphasizes commitment to price stability, rattling crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:28:35 AM
Range raises $8.3M to unify stablecoin and fiat operations
Range's funding boost highlights the growing institutional demand for seamless integration of digital and traditional financial systems. The post Range raises $8.3M to unify stablecoin and fiat operations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:27:11 AM
D-Wave launches world’s first gate-model quantum computing simulator with error-aware programming
D-Wave's error-aware quantum simulator could accelerate practical quantum computing applications, impacting finance and cryptography sectors. The post D-Wave launches world’s first gate-model quantum computing simulator with error-aware programming appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:26:42 AM
CLARITY Act Fast-Track Hinges on Senate Floor Vote Before Recess
CLARITY Act Fast-Track: Senate Vote Before August Recess The post CLARITY Act Fast-Track Hinges on Senate Floor Vote Before Recess appeared first on Coinspeaker.
By Neil Mathew 6/18/2026, 9:25:48 AM
Trump warns Iran of military action if deal fails during talks
Trump's military threat underscores the fragile nature of diplomatic efforts, impacting global oil markets and crypto investments amid geopolitical tensions. The post Trump warns Iran of military action if deal fails during talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:24:50 AM
Chainlink just became the World Cup’s settlement layer. Why that matters more than the price
Chainlink now settles the World Cup's official prediction markets across 104 matches, yet LINK sits near 90-day lows. The usage-price gap is the story.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/18/2026, 9:24:21 AM
BESI raises long-term revenue and margin targets ahead of investor day, citing AI data center demand
BESI's revised targets highlight a transformative shift in semiconductor packaging, driven by AI demands, potentially reshaping industry norms. The post BESI raises long-term revenue and margin targets ahead of investor day, citing AI data center demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:24:13 AM
Cape Verde’s World Cup fairy tale puts 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha on the global stage
Cape Verde's World Cup debut highlights the potential for underdog nations to inspire global audiences and challenge football power dynamics. The post Cape Verde’s World Cup fairy tale puts 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha on the global stage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:24:02 AM
Ripple’s XRP Falls Below Critical Support, Bitcoin (BTC) Drops After FOMC: Market Watch
DEXE and UNI have dumped the most today, both dropping by double digits.
By Jordan Lyanchev 6/18/2026, 9:20:04 AM
Japanese Tech Giant Rakuten to Give Away Shiba Inu (SHIB) to 44 Million Users for Dog Photos
Rakuten Wallet is targeting its 44 million users with a Shiba Inu (SHIB) giveaway.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 6/18/2026, 9:17:45 AM
Arizona emerges as test case for AI’s energy and water challenges
Arizona's AI-driven data center growth strains energy and water resources, prompting regulatory actions and necessitating sustainable solutions. The post Arizona emerges as test case for AI’s energy and water challenges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:16:00 AM
Wells Fargo Abruptly Hikes Year-End S&P 500 Target, Unveils ‘Biggest Risk’ to Stocks As Geopolitical Tensions Ease: Report
Economists at the US banking giant Wells Fargo are suddenly hiking their year-end S&P 500 target. Wells Fargo is now forecasting the S&P 500 will close out the year at 7,950, up from its previous prediction of 7,300, a nearly 9% increase, reports Reuters. The bank’s economists site three main factors for the index hike […] The post Wells Fargo...
By Daily Hodl Staff 6/18/2026, 9:15:15 AM
FIFA wraps first round of 2026 World Cup group games, and crypto is all over the pitch
The integration of blockchain in the 2026 World Cup could revolutionize fan engagement and sports betting, impacting crypto adoption globally. The post FIFA wraps first round of 2026 World Cup group games, and crypto is all over the pitch appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:10:37 AM
US gasoline price drops below $4 a gallon for first time since early Iran war
The drop in gasoline prices offers temporary relief but highlights ongoing geopolitical vulnerabilities and persistent inflationary pressures. The post US gasoline price drops below $4 a gallon for first time since early Iran war appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:10:06 AM
Altcoin Rally News: Top Tokens To Stack Now
The post Altcoin Rally News: Top Tokens To Stack Now appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A crypto analyst said summer 2026 could be a major turning point for the market, with XRP, Stellar (XLM), and Shiba Inu (SHIB) potentially benefiting if Bitcoin enters its next bullish phase. Here are the altcoins on his watchlist: XRP Could Benefit From...
By Debashree Patra 6/18/2026, 9:10:06 AM
Binance reports user BTC holdings rise 4% to 630K, ETH up 10% to 4.14M
Increased crypto holdings on Binance highlight user confidence but underscore ongoing counterparty risks and the need for robust verification. The post Binance reports user BTC holdings rise 4% to 630K, ETH up 10% to 4.14M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:09:00 AM
Hong Kong to launch China bond futures in push to promote yuan internationalization
Hong Kong's bond futures launch enhances yuan's global role, boosts investor risk management, and signals a shift towards digital finance. The post Hong Kong to launch China bond futures in push to promote yuan internationalization appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:07:56 AM
SK hynix ships 12-layer HBM4E samples to major customers, accelerating AI memory race
The accelerated HBM4E development by SK hynix could reshape AI hardware dynamics, influencing market competition and technological advancements. The post SK hynix ships 12-layer HBM4E samples to major customers, accelerating AI memory race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:07:13 AM
BitGo hires ex-MAS regulator to power APAC crypto push
BitGo names Angela Ang as APAC managing director and Singapore president, bringing MAS and TRM experience to its regional growth plans.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/18/2026, 9:05:44 AM
Wintermute launches Armitage on Morpho, wraps uncollateralized debt with $53M TVL
Wintermute's strategy highlights the growing complexity and interconnected risks in DeFi, emphasizing the need for robust risk management. The post Wintermute launches Armitage on Morpho, wraps uncollateralized debt with $53M TVL appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:05:18 AM
NSE set to list in one of India’s largest IPOs after a decade of regulatory delays
NSE's IPO could reshape India's financial landscape, potentially increasing market competition and regulatory scrutiny on monopolistic practices. The post NSE set to list in one of India’s largest IPOs after a decade of regulatory delays appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:05:08 AM
FC Porto signs Norwegian teenager Eirik Granaas as PORTO fan token trades near historic lows
Porto's strategic youth investment highlights its commitment to talent development, yet fan token economics remain detached from transfer success. The post FC Porto signs Norwegian teenager Eirik Granaas as PORTO fan token trades near historic lows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 9:05:03 AM
Kraken’s U.S. Perp Expansion: Can Regulated Derivatives Steal Volume From On-Chain Perps?
CFTC approval of Kalshi’s BTCPERP and Kraken’s June 15 U.S. perps launch sharpen the race with on-chain venues. We map where volume could shift next.
By Idris Calloway 6/18/2026, 9:01:38 AM
LBank Reports 135.43% MoM Growth in Stock Futures Trading Volume, COPXON and USOON Rank No.1 on CEX Spot Share
LBank Reports 135.43% MoM Growth in Stock Futures Trading Volume, COPXON and USOON Rank No.1 on CEX Spot Share
By Chainwire 6/18/2026, 9:01:12 AM
Best Crypto Copy Trading Platforms
This guide covers the basics of starting with copy trading, from selecting platforms to managing risks. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Paul Fulbrook 6/18/2026, 9:00:00 AM
NATO agrees to modernize nuclear capabilities as alliance responds to shifting threat landscape
NATO's nuclear modernization could escalate global arms races, impacting geopolitical stability and international arms control efforts. The post NATO agrees to modernize nuclear capabilities as alliance responds to shifting threat landscape appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 8:54:55 AM
Here’s How Pi Network Pioneers Can Support the Ecosystem During PI’s Slump
PI's progress has been halted as the broader market has turned red im the past 24 hours.
By Jordan Lyanchev 6/18/2026, 8:54:29 AM
Binance users boost BTC, ETH holdings in latest PoR report
Binance’s 43rd proof of reserves shows user BTC and ETH balances rising in June, while USDT holdings fell by about 460 million tokens total.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/18/2026, 8:53:48 AM
Dream raises $260M at $3B valuation to build AI-powered cybersecurity for critical infrastructure
Dream's AI cybersecurity pivot highlights the growing importance of safeguarding critical infrastructure, amid evolving geopolitical tech risks. The post Dream raises $260M at $3B valuation to build AI-powered cybersecurity for critical infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 8:49:02 AM
Grayscale Applies Cash-Flow Valuation Model To AAVE In New Research
Grayscale Research has applied a traditional cash-flow valuation framework to AAVE, highlighting how DeFi tokens are being evaluated more like businesses.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 8:47:33 AM
Casino Groups Forecast: How Layer-2 Scaling is Set to Revolutionize On-Chain Gambling in 2026
It is easy to see how the gambling market has shifted in recent years. The huge rise in popularity in the past half-a-decade has now only attracted new fans, but has also enabled operators to embark on experimental practices. One such practice is the focus on blockchain gambling.
By Elliot Veynor 6/18/2026, 8:46:59 AM
DR Congo draws 1-1 with Portugal in World Cup opener as fan token speculation heats up
DR Congo's draw highlights emerging football nations' potential impact on fan token markets, challenging traditional crypto engagement dynamics. The post DR Congo draws 1-1 with Portugal in World Cup opener as fan token speculation heats up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 8:45:47 AM
US-Iran peace deal could boost Iran’s oil revenue by $60B annually
The US-Iran peace deal may reshape global oil markets, reduce geopolitical tensions, and influence nuclear policy and energy prices. The post US-Iran peace deal could boost Iran’s oil revenue by $60B annually appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/18/2026, 8:42:31 AM
HyperFund Promoter Pleads Guilty In $1.8B Crypto Fraud Case
Rodney Burton, known as Bitcoin Rodney, has pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge connected to the $1.8 billion HyperFund crypto fraud scheme.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 8:40:19 AM
US and Iran sign memorandum of understanding to de-escalate conflicts, and crypto markets are paying attention
The MOU's potential for sanctions relief and regional reconstruction could boost crypto markets, impacting global financial and energy dynamics. The post US and Iran sign memorandum of understanding to de-escalate conflicts, and crypto markets are paying attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 8:39:59 AM
Saudi supertankers navigate Hormuz after US-Iran deal framework signed
The cautious resumption of shipping through Hormuz may signal a shift towards regional stability, impacting global oil markets and security dynamics. The post Saudi supertankers navigate Hormuz after US-Iran deal framework signed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/18/2026, 8:37:40 AM
Trump welcomes China and India investment in Venezuela oil, sparking crypto implications
Increased Venezuelan oil production and potential crypto transactions could stabilize global markets, impacting inflation and legitimizing crypto trade. The post Trump welcomes China and India investment in Venezuela oil, sparking crypto implications appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 8:35:13 AM