Bitcoin faces a miner reward problem, Avalanche founder warns
Avalanche founder Emin Gün Sirer says Bitcoin’s shrinking miner rewards may pose a bigger risk than quantum computing or rivals.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/10/2026, 9:37:18 AM
Bulk carrier fire off Qatar heightens Strait of Hormuz tensions
The fire incident underscores ongoing instability in the Strait of Hormuz, affecting global oil supply and escalating geopolitical tensions. The post Bulk carrier fire off Qatar heightens Strait of Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 9:33:33 AM
CLARITY Act could bring crypto trading back to US
CLARITY Act may bring crypto activity back to the US as lawmakers race toward a Senate vote before midterm politics slow progress.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/10/2026, 9:21:36 AM
BlockchainFX ($BFX) And The Best Crypto In 2026 Narrative Grow Stronger As AVAX And XLM Face Key Price Tests
BlockchainFX nears its $15M presale trigger as AVAX and XLM face key price tests, strengthening the best crypto in 2026 narrative.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/10/2026, 9:12:44 AM
Putin claims Ukraine conflict is ‘coming to an end’ after Victory Day parade
Putin's statement suggests a potential shift in geopolitical dynamics, impacting regional stability and international diplomatic relations. The post Putin claims Ukraine conflict is ‘coming to an end’ after Victory Day parade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/10/2026, 9:03:41 AM
Bitcoin mining giants back Stratum V2 as costs rise
Seven major Bitcoin mining pools joined Stratum V2 as miners face rising difficulty, weak hashprice, and tighter profit margins.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/10/2026, 9:02:17 AM
Iran deploys submarines amid heightened US tensions in Strait of Hormuz
Increased military tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could destabilize global oil markets and heighten the risk of broader regional conflict. The post Iran deploys submarines amid heightened US tensions in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 8:54:32 AM
Iran’s uranium stance threatens US nuclear deal prospects by May 31
Iran's uranium enrichment stance may stall diplomatic progress, affecting regional stability and market confidence in a timely resolution. The post Iran’s uranium stance threatens US nuclear deal prospects by May 31 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 8:52:48 AM
CZ says US crypto rivals tried to block Trump pardon
CZ said rival US crypto exchanges opposed his Trump pardon bid, fearing Binance could return to the American market after its exit.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/10/2026, 8:50:19 AM
Trump Media posts $406M quarterly loss as crypto bets turn sour
Trump Media’s $405.9 million net loss was driven mostly by unrealized losses on Bitcoin bought at last summer’s peak and Cronos tokens acquired through a Crypto.com deal.
By Amin Haqshanas 5/10/2026, 8:23:43 AM
Iran targets US-flagged ship near Qatar amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
The incident exacerbates regional instability, potentially disrupting global oil supply chains and escalating geopolitical tensions further. The post Iran targets US-flagged ship near Qatar amid Strait of Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 8:23:37 AM
Bitcoin Investors Took More Profit as BTC Rallied to 3-Month High: CQ
Bitcoin holders are sitting on their highest unrealized profit margin since June 2025 as BTC rallies to a three-month high.
By Mandy Williams 5/10/2026, 8:22:38 AM
Catherine West threatens leadership challenge amid Labour Party turmoil
Labour's internal strife may weaken party unity, affecting its electoral prospects and leadership stability amid unclear succession plans. The post Catherine West threatens leadership challenge amid Labour Party turmoil appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 8:13:24 AM
Trump Media posts $406M loss after Bitcoin, CRO markdowns
Trump Media posted a $405.9M Q1 loss as Bitcoin and Cronos markdowns weighed on its crypto-heavy balance sheet.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/10/2026, 8:04:54 AM
Iran threatens to block oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz if attacked
A blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could severely disrupt global oil supply, impacting major economies and escalating geopolitical tensions. The post Iran threatens to block oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz if attacked appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 8:01:38 AM
Zcash Outperforms Cardano With 65% Price Run-Up, Flips Market Position
Zcash breaks higher, surpassing Cardano in crypto market standings.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 5/10/2026, 7:41:00 AM
JPMorgan, Mastercard and Ripple complete cross-border XRP tokenized Treasury settlement
Ondo Finance said Ripple has redeemed OUSG on XRP Ledger and received a USD payout in Singapore through Mastercard and Kinexys by J.P. Morgan. The May 6 pilot tested whether a tokenized fund redemption on a public blockchain could trigger a bank-account payout across borders and banks, using a transaction path that Ondo said operated […] The post...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 5/10/2026, 7:10:07 AM
Saylor Reveals What Will Happen if Strategy Sells Bitcoin
Strategy co-founder Michael Saylor is setting the record straight after sending shockwaves through the crypto market by suggesting the firm might sell portions of its massive Bitcoin treasury.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/10/2026, 7:09:12 AM
Iran strikes tanker off Doha as tensions rise in Strait of Hormuz
Heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could destabilize regional security and impact global oil markets, increasing geopolitical risks. The post Iran strikes tanker off Doha as tensions rise in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 7:05:27 AM
Bitcoin Bottom In? 2 Key Resistance Zones To Monitor – Analyst
Popular market pundit Michaël van de Poppe has stated that Bitcoin has already recorded its cycle bottom. The premier cryptocurrency is currently in a sustained uptrend that began in early April. During this time, Bitcoin’s price has surged from around $67,500 to a recent peak of around $80,000, culminating in an approximate net gain of 20%....
By Semilore Faleti 5/10/2026, 7:00:47 AM
Privacy Narrative Makes Comeback, Ton Jumps, Clarity Comes Into View, and More – Week in Review
Crypto markets saw a packed week across policy, majors, stablecoins, and privacy assets. Senate Banking reportedly moved closer to action on the CLARITY Act, with stablecoin rewards, ethics rules, and SEC/CFTC jurisdiction still in focus. TON rallied after Pavel Durov moved Telegram deeper into the network, while John Bollinger called a new...
By Alex Richardson 5/10/2026, 6:30:28 AM
Privacy Protocol Users Are Looking for Safer, More Reliable Alternatives
The post Privacy Protocol Users Are Looking for Safer, More Reliable Alternatives appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Recent attention around Houdini Swap has pushed the conversation around privacy protocols back into focus across the cryptocurrency market. The discussion gained momentum after the acquisition announcement of the...
By PR Manager 5/10/2026, 6:28:01 AM
Avalanche Founder Warns of Bitcoin (BTC) Crisis
Avalanche founder Emin Gün Sirer warns that Bitcoin's shrinking mining rewards pose a far greater existential threat to the network than quantum computing or competing tokens.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/10/2026, 6:23:29 AM
DOGE Whale Accumulation Builds as Dogecoin News Traders Watch AlphaPepe Near $1.2M Raised
The post DOGE Whale Accumulation Builds as Dogecoin News Traders Watch AlphaPepe Near $1.2M Raised appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News DOGE whales spent April quietly stacking. Now the chart is starting to show what they were already buying. The latest DOGE whale accumulation data shows the largest wallets now hold a record level of DOGE,...
By PR Manager 5/10/2026, 6:15:38 AM
Iran warns of transit difficulties in Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade tensions
Escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil supply, heightening geopolitical instability and impacting market dynamics. The post Iran warns of transit difficulties in Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 6:09:40 AM
Pi Network’s PI Token Slips Again as Bitcoin (BTC) Taps $81K: Weekend Watch
Pi Network's native token was rejected once again this week as concerns about its future mount.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/10/2026, 5:57:17 AM
Santiment flags risk as crypto bullish talk spikes while BTC holds $80K
The increase in bullish versus bearish crypto commentary on social media has Santiment warning that the recent crypto market rally may be short-lived.
By Ciaran Lyons 5/10/2026, 5:33:59 AM
Gustavo Petro Warns Fossil-Fueled Crypto Mining Will Trigger ‘Climate Collapse’
Colombian President Gustavo Petro stressed that the future of bitcoin mining must be ecological, as countries with abundant green energy, including Paraguay and Venezuela, are attracting investments in the sector. He also warned about the consequences of using fossil fuels to power this activity. President Petro Highlights Venezuelan and...
By Sergio Goschenko 5/10/2026, 5:30:47 AM
ADA Bullish Prediction: Can Cardano Repeat Its Historic 240% Rally?
Another analyst added that there's no significaint downside pressure on ADA yet.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/10/2026, 5:20:56 AM
US and Iran announce framework to ease tensions, reopen Strait of Hormuz
The framework could stabilize regional geopolitics, potentially reducing oil market volatility and fostering renewed diplomatic engagements. The post US and Iran announce framework to ease tensions, reopen Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 5:04:49 AM
Iran to control internet cables in Strait of Hormuz, raising geopolitical tensions
Iran's control over internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global shipping and energy markets, heightening geopolitical risks. The post Iran to control internet cables in Strait of Hormuz, raising geopolitical tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 5:01:57 AM
90% of Peru’s $28 Billion Crypto Market Is Now Driven by Stablecoins
According to Binance’s Latam North General Manager, Daniel Acosta, stablecoins now account for up to 90% of the $28 billion in annual volumes transacted in the Peruvian crypto market. Acosta stressed that the driving use cases for stablecoins in Peru were cross-border payments and remittances. Stablecoins Dominate 90% of Peru’s Crypto Market...
By Sergio Goschenko 5/10/2026, 4:30:45 AM
Ripple Price Analysis: XRP Reaches Decision Point After Weeks of Consolidation
Ripple’s XRP has continued trading within a broader bearish market structure despite the recent stabilization around the $1.3 key support zone. While short-term volatility has declined in recent weeks, the asset is now approaching a decisive technical region where the next major directional move could soon emerge. Ripple Price Analysis: The Daily...
By Shayan Markets 5/10/2026, 4:19:12 AM
Trump to visit China for summit with Xi on May 14-15 amid global tensions
Trump's visit could ease economic tensions but risks remain in tech, Taiwan, and Iran, impacting global markets and geopolitical stability. The post Trump to visit China for summit with Xi on May 14-15 amid global tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 4:04:03 AM
Fed Survey Shows AI Concerns Rising Across Markets, Credit and Jobs
The Federal Reserve’s latest Financial Stability Report shows artificial intelligence emerging as a growing financial-system concern, with 50% of surveyed market participants citing AI as a possible shock. Respondents tied the risk to valuations, leverage, labor conditions, and private credit. AI Moves Into the Fed’s Financial Stability Risk...
By Kevin Helms 5/10/2026, 3:30:46 AM
Alibaba integrates Qwen AI with Taobao to launch agentic shopping
Alibaba's integration of Qwen AI with Taobao could redefine e-commerce by streamlining autonomous shopping, potentially reshaping consumer habits. The post Alibaba integrates Qwen AI with Taobao to launch agentic shopping appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/10/2026, 3:26:31 AM
Ripple’s RLUSD Grant Results Show How $25M Reached US Classrooms
Ripple’s $25 million education commitment reached classrooms nationwide, with most funding distributed in RLUSD through grants supporting more than 48,000 DonorsChoose projects. The first-year results highlighted stablecoin use in nonprofit funding, teacher support, and student education programs. Ripple’s RLUSD Grant Shows One-Year Stablecoin...
By Kevin Helms 5/10/2026, 2:30:26 AM
Bitcoin Open Interest Explodes Beyond 2025 All-Time High Levels
Bitcoin is seeing an explosive rise in Open Interest, with derivatives activity now surpassing peak session levels recorded during the 2025 all-time high. This explosive growth reflects rising trader participation and increased leverage that is often seen during periods of heightened anticipation for major price moves. As positions rise across...
By Godspower Owie 5/10/2026, 2:00:33 AM
CLARITY Act: Banking Trade Groups Push For Yield Agreement Revision – Details
US banking trade groups have called for an amendment to the stablecoin yield compromise in the highly anticipated CLARITY Act. This statement comes ahead of an expected markup on the crypto legislation next week. After months of negotiations, legislators, crypto industry players, and US banks reached an agreement on how to adopt stablecoin yield...
By Semilore Faleti 5/10/2026, 2:00:26 AM
Putin offers to store Iran’s enriched uranium amid US-Iran tensions
Russia's potential role as a mediator could ease US-Iran tensions, impacting geopolitical dynamics and nuclear non-proliferation efforts. The post Putin offers to store Iran’s enriched uranium amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 1:52:58 AM
Robert Kiyosaki Warns Millions of Boomers Could Be Jobless and Homeless This Year
Robert Kiyosaki warned baby boomers could face severe financial pressure as many aging workers leave employment. The Rich Dad Poor Dad author expects “millions” to be out of work and urged preparation through financial education and investments in gold, silver, bitcoin, and ethereum. Robert Kiyosaki Warns Boomers Face Financial Strain in 2026...
By Kevin Helms 5/10/2026, 1:30:04 AM
Investors seek signs of easing US-China tensions ahead of Trump-Xi talks
The outcome of the Trump-Xi talks could significantly impact global markets, influencing investor confidence, supply chains, and geopolitical stability. The post Investors seek signs of easing US-China tensions ahead of Trump-Xi talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/10/2026, 1:08:02 AM
XRP Whale-Retail Spread On Binance Falls To 2024 Levels — What’s Happening?
The XRP price remains range-bound as it has been over the past couple of weeks. As of the time of writing, the XRP price has appreciated by 1.86% over the past day, yet it has been unable to break above the $1.60 resistance. However, despite this apparent inertia, a notable shift is occurring on Binance, the world’s leading crypto exchange by...
By Semilore Faleti 5/10/2026, 1:00:45 AM
Trump calls Comey ‘dirty cop’ in Truth Social post amid market uncertainty
Trump's public confrontations may influence market perceptions, highlighting the impact of political rhetoric on prediction markets. The post Trump calls Comey ‘dirty cop’ in Truth Social post amid market uncertainty appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/10/2026, 12:52:55 AM
FBI dismantles decade-long insider trading ring, charges 30 in scheme spanning multiple countries
The case highlights the need for enhanced compliance systems and international cooperation to prevent sophisticated financial crimes. The post FBI dismantles decade-long insider trading ring, charges 30 in scheme spanning multiple countries appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/10/2026, 12:50:45 AM
FBI dismantles decade-long insider trading ring, charges 30 in scheme spanning US, Russia, and Israel
The case highlights the need for enhanced compliance systems and international cooperation to prevent sophisticated financial crimes. The post FBI dismantles decade-long insider trading ring, charges 30 in scheme spanning US, Russia, and Israel appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/10/2026, 12:41:47 AM
Bitcoin Premium in South Korea Hits 2% for First Time Since Pre-War Market Shock
With bitcoin trading above the $80,000 threshold, bitcoin prices in South Korea have carried premiums approaching 2%, marking their highest level since late February. The move follows a choppy stretch since that period, during which both notable discounts and elevated premiums emerged across the past nine weeks. South Korea’s Kimchi Premium...
By Jamie Redman 5/10/2026, 12:30:33 AM
This Finance CEO Picks Solana Instead Of Bitcoin — Here’s Why
Finance CEO Raoul Pal has expressed a clear preference for Solana over Bitcoin for reasons deeper than a simple asset comparison. The reasons for his latest crypto call go back to one of the crypto market’s biggest talking points: whether the next phase of the crypto industry will be led by Bitcoin’s store-of-value role or […]
By Scott Matherson 5/10/2026, 12:30:04 AM
Senate panel considers CLARITY Act as banking groups propose stablecoin yield changes
The CLARITY Act's yield restrictions could reshape stablecoin competition, impacting both traditional banks and emerging DeFi protocols. The post Senate panel considers CLARITY Act as banking groups propose stablecoin yield changes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/10/2026, 12:20:53 AM
CZ says crypto exchange rivals opposed his pardon bid
Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao said rival crypto exchanges were concerned a pardon could pave the way for Binance to return to the US market.
By Ciaran Lyons 5/10/2026, 12:17:23 AM