US Navy lifts blockade, allows ships to reach Iranian ports under new deal
The lifting of the blockade may stabilize oil markets and reduce shipping costs, but ongoing security concerns could still impact global trade. The post US Navy lifts blockade, allows ships to reach Iranian ports under new deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:42:25 PM
JD Vance confirms start of 60-day Iran-US MoU negotiation period
The negotiation period could reshape geopolitical dynamics, impacting global energy markets and regional trade, while testing diplomatic resilience. The post JD Vance confirms start of 60-day Iran-US MoU negotiation period appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:42:12 PM
Federal Reserve proposes new stablecoin rules requiring customer screening under GENIUS Act
The proposed stablecoin rules could centralize the market around US-regulated issuers, impacting global access and reinforcing dollar dominance. The post Federal Reserve proposes new stablecoin rules requiring customer screening under GENIUS Act appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:41:23 PM
Ethereum Foundation loses another key leader as co-executive director Hsiao-Wei Wang resigns
Wang's departure follows the resignation of fellow co-executive director Tomasz Stańczak and marks the latest in a string of high-profile exits at the EF.
By Margaux Nijkerk 6/18/2026, 3:41:17 PM
José Mourinho considers selling Aurélien Tchouaméni to fund Mateus Fernandes move
Mourinho's potential midfield reshuffle could trigger a high-stakes transfer battle, impacting Real Madrid, Manchester United, and market dynamics. The post José Mourinho considers selling Aurélien Tchouaméni to fund Mateus Fernandes move appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:39:40 PM
SpaceX surpasses S&P 500 stocks in valuation as FOMO drives historic IPO beyond $2 trillion
SpaceX's IPO highlights the market's speculative nature, with investor sentiment driving valuations beyond traditional financial metrics. The post SpaceX surpasses S&P 500 stocks in valuation as FOMO drives historic IPO beyond $2 trillion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:38:19 PM
2 Incorporated AI Agents Sign First Legal Deal That Executes Itself on Ethereum
Two artificial intelligence (AI) agents incorporated as legal entities negotiated, signed, and executed a binding contract that a court can read and a blockchain can run. [/key_takeaways] Key Takeaways: Clawbank and Shodai executed the first AI-to-AI Ricardian contract, binding legal prose to Ethereum code. Shodai’s smart contract paid out...
By Jamie Redman 6/18/2026, 3:36:53 PM
Lite Strategy leads $1M investment in LitVM to bring smart contracts to Litecoin
Lite Strategy led a $1 million investment in LitVM as the Litecoin treasury firm backs smart contracts, DeFi and tokenized assets on LTC. The post Lite Strategy leads $1M investment in LitVM to bring smart contracts to Litecoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/18/2026, 3:36:42 PM
Gas prices fall under $4 as US signs deal with Iran to end war
The US-Iran deal could stabilize global oil markets, reduce inflation pressures, and influence central bank policies, impacting risk assets. The post Gas prices fall under $4 as US signs deal with Iran to end war appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:36:09 PM
Pimco invests $2B in Colombia’s local government debt ahead of election
Pimco's investment highlights the critical role of foreign capital in stabilizing Colombia's fiscal landscape amid political uncertainty. The post Pimco invests $2B in Colombia’s local government debt ahead of election appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:34:42 PM
Real Madrid open to offers for Rodrygo as squad reshapes under Mourinho
Mourinho's overhaul at Real Madrid could redefine the club's strategic direction, emphasizing financial pragmatism and tactical renewal. The post Real Madrid open to offers for Rodrygo as squad reshapes under Mourinho appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:33:53 PM
BlackRock Beats Strategy and Binance as Third-Largest Bitcoin Holder
BlackRock surprisingly takes the position as the third largest Bitcoin-holding entity, outperforming Strategy despite Strategy's 847,000 total BTC holdings.
By Caroline Amosun 6/18/2026, 3:32:33 PM
JD Vance reports Iranian compliance in Strait of Hormuz agreement
The agreement could stabilize regional trade and open diplomatic channels, potentially easing tensions and fostering economic cooperation. The post JD Vance reports Iranian compliance in Strait of Hormuz agreement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:32:16 PM
The DAO relaunches as a $130M Ethereum security fund a decade after its infamous hack
The DAO's transformation into a security fund highlights the evolving focus on blockchain security and governance challenges in crypto. The post The DAO relaunches as a $130M Ethereum security fund a decade after its infamous hack appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:32:08 PM
China’s tariff removals and trade surge boost yuan adoption across Africa
China's tariff removals enhance yuan's role in Africa, challenging dollar dominance and reshaping global trade dynamics and financial systems. The post China’s tariff removals and trade surge boost yuan adoption across Africa appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:31:15 PM
Federal Reserve Moves to Close Stablecoin Loopholes With New Customer ID Rules
Bitcoin Magazine Federal Reserve Moves to Close Stablecoin Loopholes With New Customer ID Rules The Federal Reserve proposed requiring stablecoin issuers to verify customer identities before account opening or direct token redemption, extending bank-style anti-money laundering standards to stablecoins. This post Federal Reserve Moves to Close...
By Micah Zimmerman 6/18/2026, 3:31:09 PM
Zama And Morpho Push Confidential DeFi With New USDC Yield Vault
Zama and Morpho are moving confidential DeFi forward with a USDC yield vault design using fully homomorphic encryption on Ethereum.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:30:38 PM
Spot silver falls nearly 3% to $65.98 per ounce as precious metals hit turbulence
Silver's price drop highlights the vulnerability of precious metals to interest rate shifts, dollar strength, and industrial demand fluctuations. The post Spot silver falls nearly 3% to $65.98 per ounce as precious metals hit turbulence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:29:04 PM
Injective enables native INJ deposits on Coinbase with MultiVM technology
The integration of native INJ on Coinbase via MultiVM tech could enhance blockchain interoperability, streamline user experience, and boost DeFi adoption. The post Injective enables native INJ deposits on Coinbase with MultiVM technology appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:28:39 PM
JPMorgan estimates $165B in equity selling and bond buying from June rebalancing
The rebalancing could lead to short-term equity market pressure and a temporary bond yield compression, impacting investment strategies. The post JPMorgan estimates $165B in equity selling and bond buying from June rebalancing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:28:15 PM
Nexchain's Next Chapter Begins: Major Update Coming Next Week, $0.05 Crypto Presale Entry Still Available
Nexchain's next chapter begins with a major update due next week. Its $0.05 crypto presale entry stays live with $17M+ raised after months of building.
By Lena Carter 6/18/2026, 3:25:03 PM
Stellar Breaks Multi-Month Resistance With 30% Rally—Can XLM Reclaim $0.30 Next?
The post Stellar Breaks Multi-Month Resistance With 30% Rally—Can XLM Reclaim $0.30 Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Stellar (XLM) price has posted one of its strongest day’s performances, surging more than 10% to trade around $0.25 after recovering from the recent losses. The move marks a notable shift in market structure, pushing...
By Sahana Vibhute 6/18/2026, 3:24:52 PM
BStocks integration goes live on Lista DAO, turning tokenized stocks into DeFi collateral
The integration of tokenized stocks into DeFi could revolutionize investment strategies, offering new yield opportunities and diversification. The post BStocks integration goes live on Lista DAO, turning tokenized stocks into DeFi collateral appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:23:49 PM
Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh overhauls communication practices and launches task forces at first meeting
Warsh's overhaul signals a shift towards unpredictability in Fed policy, potentially increasing market volatility and investor uncertainty. The post Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh overhauls communication practices and launches task forces at first meeting appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:23:01 PM
US government to fast-track grid connections for AI data centers
Accelerated grid connections for AI data centers could reshape energy markets, impacting cloud computing, crypto mining, and digital infrastructure. The post US government to fast-track grid connections for AI data centers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:21:28 PM
Hsiao-Wei Wang resigns as co-executive director of Ethereum Foundation
Frequent leadership changes at the Ethereum Foundation may impact strategic continuity and innovation in blockchain development. The post Hsiao-Wei Wang resigns as co-executive director of Ethereum Foundation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:21:22 PM
XRP Open Interest Suddenly Starts Unwinding
A massive 14.5% contraction in XRP's derivatives open interest has triggered a violent leverage shakeout.
By Alex Dovbnya 6/18/2026, 3:19:10 PM
AI Crypto Tokens Slide Just as ETF Door Opens for Institutions
AI cryptos are tumbling even as Big Tech’s AI leaders print records: Fire Hustle says the divergence has little to do with the technology itself. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 6/18/2026, 3:18:00 PM
Meta’s Dina Powell McCormick taps Wall Street connections to fund AI infrastructure push
Meta's strategic AI infrastructure expansion, driven by Powell McCormick's Wall Street ties, could redefine tech-finance collaboration dynamics. The post Meta’s Dina Powell McCormick taps Wall Street connections to fund AI infrastructure push appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:17:42 PM
Wall Street rattled after Kevin Warsh’s first Fed meeting signals hawkish turn
Warsh's hawkish stance may lead to increased market volatility, impacting growth stocks and prompting investors to reassess strategies. The post Wall Street rattled after Kevin Warsh’s first Fed meeting signals hawkish turn appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:15:17 PM
Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) Reports Total Holdings of Approximately $472 Million, Includes OpenAI, Beast Industries, More Than 16,000 ETH and Over 283 Million WLD Tokens
Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) Reports Total Holdings of Approximately $472 Million, Includes OpenAI, Beast Industries, More Than 16,000 ETH and Over 283 Million WLD Tokens
By Chainwire 6/18/2026, 3:15:09 PM
Bybit lands on Singapore MAS Investor Alert List
Crypto exchange Bybit has been added to Singapore’s MAS Investor Alert List, which flags entities that may be mistakenly perceived as licensed or regulated.
By Sam Bourgi 6/18/2026, 3:14:27 PM
Centrus jumps on deal to supply Oklo with domestically produced uranium
The Centrus-Oklo deal highlights the growing importance of domestic HALEU production, potentially reshaping the U.S. nuclear energy landscape. The post Centrus jumps on deal to supply Oklo with domestically produced uranium appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:12:58 PM
Amazon in talks to sell custom AI chips to data centers
Amazon's move to sell AI chips externally could reshape the AI hardware market, intensifying competition and diversifying cloud strategies. The post Amazon in talks to sell custom AI chips to data centers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:12:53 PM
Stellar (XLM) Spikes to $0.249 Amid Tokenization Breakthrough and Macro-Driven Short Squeeze
Stellar's XLM token surges 10% to $0.249 after surging RWA transfer volumes and volatile US labor reports trigger a $1.32 million derivative short squeeze.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 6/18/2026, 3:11:45 PM
Strategy director dumps $9M in shares as STRC rout hits MSTR stock
A Strategy director has sold nearly $9 million worth of company shares over the past three months as pressure on the firm’s preferred stock offerings and concerns over future dividend funding continue to weigh on MSTR. According to a recent…
By Lawrence Mondal 6/18/2026, 3:10:12 PM
Eldora Opens 280+ Tokenized US Stocks to 85+ Countries, Launches $20,000 Campaign
Zurich, Switzerland, 18th June 2026 The post Eldora Opens 280+ Tokenized US Stocks to 85+ Countries, Launches $20,000 Campaign appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Press Release 6/18/2026, 3:05:45 PM
Stratosphere, Pudgy Penguins and Streamex Host Founders Table VIP Dinner During ETHConf 2026 and NYC Tech Week
Stratosphere, Pudgy Penguins and Streamex Host Founders Table VIP Dinner During ETHConf 2026 and NYC Tech Week
By Chainwire 6/18/2026, 3:05:28 PM
Monero and Zcash Outlook: XMR and ZEC technical structure weakens
Monero (XMR) and Zcash (ZEC) continue to slide on Thursday as prevailing bearish sentiment dominates the crypto market. XMR declines for a third straight day and remains under $330, reflecting sustained selling pressure.
By N/A 6/18/2026, 3:05:25 PM
Baseten raises $1.5B in new funding round, valuation soars to $13B
Baseten's rapid valuation growth highlights the increasing demand for AI infrastructure, signaling a shift towards open-source model optimization. The post Baseten raises $1.5B in new funding round, valuation soars to $13B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:04:08 PM
Bitcoin After Warsh’s Fed Debut: Can BTC Hold $65K as Rate-Hike Bets Return?
FOMC hold at 3.50%–3.75% under Warsh and a 3.8% 2026 median revive hike bets. BTC’s $65K test, ETF outflows, and trading scenarios explained.
By Ethan Caldwell 6/18/2026, 3:01:37 PM
Hawkish Fed Dot Plot Puts Bitcoin Liquidity Setup Back In Focus
The Federal Reserve held rates steady, but a hawkish dot plot has put Bitcoin liquidity conditions back at the center of the market debate.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:00:37 PM
Crypto for Advisors: Trading the bitcoin cycle
Bitcoin’s 4-year cycle makes DCA costly. Learn why a cycle-smart strategy is essential for advisors to better manage volatility and maximize client returns.
By Markus Thielen 6/18/2026, 3:00:00 PM
Anti-deepfake bill advances to Senate floor, creating new rules for AI-generated content
The swift passage of the anti-deepfake bill signals a growing regulatory focus on AI, potentially accelerating future tech legislation. The post Anti-deepfake bill advances to Senate floor, creating new rules for AI-generated content appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 2:59:26 PM
Fireblocks unveils Security Center for enhanced platform visibility
Fireblocks' Security Center enhances operational transparency, potentially boosting trust and compliance in digital asset management. The post Fireblocks unveils Security Center for enhanced platform visibility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 2:57:07 PM
Hyperliquid vs Solana: Which Bullish Setup Is Closer to an $80 Breakout?
The post Hyperliquid vs Solana: Which Bullish Setup Is Closer to an $80 Breakout? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Hyperliquid price has gained significant attention ever since the token defied the market trend and surged high to mark a new ATH. Besides, Solana has failed to clear the $75 resistance after facing a rejection from $100,...
By Sahana Vibhute 6/18/2026, 2:56:24 PM
Roundhill Memory ETF $DRAM crosses $20B in assets under management
DRAM's rapid growth highlights a shift towards targeted AI infrastructure investments, emphasizing memory's critical role in tech evolution. The post Roundhill Memory ETF $DRAM crosses $20B in assets under management appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 2:54:13 PM
Sergi Roberto becomes free agent after leaving Como
Roberto's free agency opens opportunities for clubs seeking experienced leadership and versatility, potentially impacting team dynamics and strategies. The post Sergi Roberto becomes free agent after leaving Como appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 2:48:21 PM
Bitcoin to $145K by October? Why this 'crazy accurate' 4chan prediction is sketchy
A viral 4chan Bitcoin prediction appears to have nailed past BTC prices, but edited targets and impossible supply claims weaken its $145,000 call.
By Yashu Gola 6/18/2026, 2:46:56 PM
Super Micro Computer loses over 40% of value after short-seller report
The report's fallout highlights the vulnerability of tech firms to financial scrutiny, potentially impacting investor confidence and market stability. The post Super Micro Computer loses over 40% of value after short-seller report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 2:46:02 PM