World Liberty wins conditional approval for US trust bank
World Liberty Financial has received preliminary OCC approval to establish a national trust bank that would issue USD1, manage its reserves, and provide digital asset custody across the United States. World Liberty bank cannot open until conditions are met The…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/17/2026, 9:45:41 PM
Erdogan urges Trump to prioritize dialogue with Iran amid Gulf tensions
Erdogan's call for dialogue with Iran highlights Turkey's strategic positioning as a mediator, potentially reshaping regional diplomacy. The post Erdogan urges Trump to prioritize dialogue with Iran amid Gulf tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 9:42:23 PM
Euro-denominated stablecoins add $17M in market cap in seven days
Euro stablecoins' growth, driven by regulatory clarity, could diversify the stablecoin market, but regulatory caps may hinder their scalability. The post Euro-denominated stablecoins add $17M in market cap in seven days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:36:53 PM
Crypto miner warns of potential bankruptcy as unclosed financing leaves $33 million in maturing debt exposed
The PIPE’s Oct. 10 outside date lands 21 days before the notes mature, with $9.2 million of June liquidity. The post Crypto miner warns of potential bankruptcy as unclosed financing leaves $33 million in maturing debt exposed appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/17/2026, 9:35:05 PM
Planned Parenthood targets Sen. Collins with major ad campaign in Maine race
The ad campaign underscores heightened political engagement and could signal shifting dynamics in Senate races, impacting future legislative agendas. The post Planned Parenthood targets Sen. Collins with major ad campaign in Maine race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 9:32:49 PM
Losses Top $115M In Coldcard Bitcoin Hack: Galaxy Research
Bitcoin Magazine Losses Top $115M In Coldcard Bitcoin Hack: Galaxy Research The amount of bitcoin stolen has been confirmed at $115 million, according to Galaxy Digital's latest figures. This post Losses Top $115M In Coldcard Bitcoin Hack: Galaxy Research first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/17/2026, 9:32:34 PM
Crypto investors should not judge seed startups by recurring revenue, Truth Ventures CEO says
Truth Ventures CEO Varun Datta has urged crypto investors not to demand recurring revenue from seed-stage companies, as RootData has listed 99 crypto projects that closed, entered bankruptcy, or became inactive in 2026. RootData listed 99 crypto projects that had…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/17/2026, 9:27:46 PM
HIVE Digital Lands $350M AI Deal With 5-Year Cloud Contract
HIVE Digital Technologies’ BUZZ HPC unit has signed a five-year AI cloud services contract worth about $350 million. The agreement will add roughly $70 million in annualized revenue and accelerate HIVE’s shift toward large-scale GPU infrastructure. BUZZ Deploys 2,016 Nvidia GPUs Under HIVE’s $350M AI Contract HIVE Digital Technologies is deepening...
By Emmanuel Musa 8/17/2026, 9:24:09 PM
Iran prepares to expand conflict with US, Arab intelligence reports
Iran's strategic shift may destabilize the region, affecting global markets and complicating diplomatic efforts for peace and reconstruction. The post Iran prepares to expand conflict with US, Arab intelligence reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 9:21:21 PM
Teucrium evaluates ETF launches with a ‘not everything should be an ETF’ philosophy
Teucrium's Head of ETF Solutions discusses the firm's disciplined approach to launching leveraged crypto ETFs including XXRP and XBNB products. The post Teucrium evaluates ETF launches with a ‘not everything should be an ETF’ philosophy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:19:37 PM
Anthropic revenue run rate hits $65B ahead of IPO: Axios
Anthropic's soaring revenue run rate signals robust investor confidence, potentially reshaping AI market dynamics and IPO valuation benchmarks. The post Anthropic revenue run rate hits $65B ahead of IPO: Axios appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 9:18:17 PM
OCC approves Trump family crypto company for trust charter
The US financial regulator gave conditional approval for World Liberty Financial’s charter bid as ten Democrats signed onto a bill to “prevent corruption in banking applications.“
By Turner Wright 8/17/2026, 9:17:30 PM
Iran says 60-day peace deal window expired with ‘absolutely no progress’ as US rejects extension
The expired peace deal underscores persistent geopolitical tensions, risking further instability in a region critical to global oil supply. The post Iran says 60-day peace deal window expired with ‘absolutely no progress’ as US rejects extension appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:17:21 PM
North Korean troops join Russia in combat against Ukrainian forces in Kursk
The involvement of North Korean troops may signal a shift in Russia's military strategy, potentially altering geopolitical dynamics and market perceptions. The post North Korean troops join Russia in combat against Ukrainian forces in Kursk appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 9:14:26 PM
Vitol increases control over East Africa fuel supplies amid Iran crisis: Bloomberg
Vitol's increased control may exacerbate East Africa's economic vulnerability, highlighting the global ripple effects of geopolitical tensions. The post Vitol increases control over East Africa fuel supplies amid Iran crisis: Bloomberg appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 9:12:47 PM
Macquarie Group dumps 62% of its Bitcoin ETF position, trimming holdings to $55M
Macquarie's significant Bitcoin ETF reduction may signal shifting institutional sentiment or strategic de-risking in volatile crypto markets. The post Macquarie Group dumps 62% of its Bitcoin ETF position, trimming holdings to $55M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:11:26 PM
Jane Street suffers record $15 billion loss in July, first negative month since 2016
Jane Street's record loss prompts a strategic recalibration, highlighting the volatility of AI investments and the need for diversified risk management. The post Jane Street suffers record $15 billion loss in July, first negative month since 2016 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:04:13 PM
Cardano price nears $0.17 despite Dijkstra roadmap
Cardano price fell about 1% to $0.174 as traders weighed a two-stage Dijkstra upgrade roadmap against a bearish chart structure and nearby liquidation risks. Cardano price action today According to data from crypto.news, Cardano (ADA) price was trading near $0.174…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/17/2026, 9:00:35 PM
Minnesota defends AI nudification ban after lawsuit from xAI
The Minnesota AI nudification ban highlights the tension between protecting privacy and free speech, potentially shaping future AI regulations. The post Minnesota defends AI nudification ban after lawsuit from xAI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:51:10 PM
OpenAI provides grants to 14 projects enhancing economic opportunity
OpenAI's funding initiative could accelerate AI-driven economic and societal advancements, potentially reshaping global policy frameworks by 2027. The post OpenAI provides grants to 14 projects enhancing economic opportunity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:49:01 PM
Nasdaq pushes toward 23-hour trading days after SEC gives green light
Extended trading hours could enhance global market access but may challenge liquidity and infrastructure, requiring careful regulatory oversight. The post Nasdaq pushes toward 23-hour trading days after SEC gives green light appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:47:51 PM
Payward joins Anthropic’s Project Glasswing to hunt software vulnerabilities with Claude Mythos 5
Payward's involvement in Project Glasswing highlights the growing reliance on AI for proactive cybersecurity, crucial for safeguarding digital assets. The post Payward joins Anthropic’s Project Glasswing to hunt software vulnerabilities with Claude Mythos 5 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:47:49 PM
Brighton nears loan exit for striker Evan Ferguson to Serie A side Genoa
Ferguson's loan to Genoa highlights Brighton's strategy of nurturing potential talent while managing financial risk and player development. The post Brighton nears loan exit for striker Evan Ferguson to Serie A side Genoa appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:40:19 PM
461,981% Gain: Satoshi-Era Bitcoin Address Awakens After 15 Years
A tiny early investment has been turned into a fortune worth more than half a million dollars.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/17/2026, 8:38:31 PM
Jane Street Reveals Nearly $1B Bitcoin Position
Bitcoin Magazine Jane Street Reveals Nearly $1B Bitcoin Position Top Wall Street firm Jane Street has bought Bitcoin via the spot ETFs. This post Jane Street Reveals Nearly $1B Bitcoin Position first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/17/2026, 8:37:07 PM
Zhibao Technology completes $154.7M Bitcoin-funded private placement, will hold BTC in treasury
Zhibao's Bitcoin-funded placement highlights a shift towards digital assets as strategic reserves, potentially influencing corporate treasury norms. The post Zhibao Technology completes $154.7M Bitcoin-funded private placement, will hold BTC in treasury appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:36:39 PM
Bank of America dumps 80% of its Strategy shares, trimming position to $110M
BofA's significant reduction in Strategy shares highlights a cautious approach to volatile assets, potentially influencing institutional investment trends. The post Bank of America dumps 80% of its Strategy shares, trimming position to $110M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:31:36 PM
Centrifuge proposes token-to-equity conversion for CFG holders
The proposal could redefine token utility, bridging blockchain and traditional finance, but raises compliance challenges and governance shifts. The post Centrifuge proposes token-to-equity conversion for CFG holders appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:30:45 PM
Forced liquidations begin in 30 days for business crypto accounts missing new verification rules on Bybit
Only notified business users are covered; access restrictions follow Aug. 21 and market-price liquidation starts Sept. 21. The post Forced liquidations begin in 30 days for business crypto accounts missing new verification rules on Bybit appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/17/2026, 8:30:06 PM
Oil prices rise amid Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz shipping constraints
Rising oil prices could strain global economies, increase inflation, and heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting energy policies worldwide. The post Oil prices rise amid Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz shipping constraints appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 8:29:34 PM
New benchmark reveals AI agents follow complex instructions less than 30% of the time
AI's struggle with complex tasks highlights the need for robust oversight and adaptive strategies in automation, complicating deployment efforts. The post New benchmark reveals AI agents follow complex instructions less than 30% of the time appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:28:15 PM
Strategy’s Future Hinges on Bitcoin Becoming a Real Currency: Jeff Booth
The investor prefers businesses that earn cash through ordinary operations before storing part of it in Bitcoin.
By Wayne Jones 8/17/2026, 8:26:48 PM
Chinese integrated circuit industry revenue jumps 22% to $245B
China's semiconductor growth underscores its strategic push for tech self-reliance amid global supply chain shifts and geopolitical tensions. The post Chinese integrated circuit industry revenue jumps 22% to $245B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:15:35 PM
Edward Zimbardi faces court today over $165M Ponzi scheme
The case highlights the persistent risks of crypto investments and underscores the need for vigilant regulatory oversight to protect investors. The post Edward Zimbardi faces court today over $165M Ponzi scheme appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:14:03 PM
Brevan Howard slashes Bitcoin ETF stake by 70%, now holds $255M in IBIT
Brevan Howard's shift to Bitcoin options highlights evolving institutional strategies, impacting market dynamics and signaling increased sophistication. The post Brevan Howard slashes Bitcoin ETF stake by 70%, now holds $255M in IBIT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:12:28 PM
Brent crude tops $90 amid Middle East tensions, US stocks decline
Rising oil prices amid geopolitical tensions could lead to increased market volatility and influence global economic stability. The post Brent crude tops $90 amid Middle East tensions, US stocks decline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 8:10:43 PM
U.S. Treasury Department Seeks Public Comment on Implementation of GENIUS Act Stablecoin Legislation
The U.S. Department of the Treasury is asking for public comment on the upcoming implementation of new stablecoin rules. The GENIUS Act, signed by US President Donald Trump last year, establishes a regulatory framework for stablecoins, crypto assets pegged to the US dollar. The legislation requires each token to be fully backed by liquid assets...
By Conor Devitt 8/17/2026, 8:09:00 PM
Xi Jinping to meet Trump at White House on September 24, skipping UN General Assembly
Xi's focus on US relations over multilateral diplomacy highlights China's strategic prioritization of bilateral ties amid global tensions. The post Xi Jinping to meet Trump at White House on September 24, skipping UN General Assembly appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:07:03 PM
Deribit Secures Dubai Broker-Dealer License via Coinbase
Deribit, the derivatives exchange Coinbase acquired for $2.9 billion, secured a Broker-Dealer Licence from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) last week, routing its spot orders directly into Coinbase’s liquidity. What the New License Changes Deribit’s Broker-Dealer Licence from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA)...
By Shiraz Jagati 8/17/2026, 8:05:08 PM
Nasdaq to introduce overnight trading session from 9 PM to 4 AM ET starting December 2026
Nasdaq's extended hours could reshape global trading dynamics, attracting international investors but posing liquidity and volatility challenges. The post Nasdaq to introduce overnight trading session from 9 PM to 4 AM ET starting December 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:02:14 PM
Securitize, J.P. Morgan, Franklin Templeton drive $65M in tokenized Treasury market cap growth in one week
The rise of tokenized Treasuries enhances DeFi's stability by integrating traditional finance, offering new collateral options and reducing compliance risks. The post Securitize, J.P. Morgan, Franklin Templeton drive $65M in tokenized Treasury market cap growth in one week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:01:50 PM
ARK Invest expands research team with Matt Arkin hire to deepen AI and semiconductor coverage
ARK Invest's strategic focus on AI and semiconductors could enhance its ETF performance, influencing tech investment trends and innovation. The post ARK Invest expands research team with Matt Arkin hire to deepen AI and semiconductor coverage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:01:20 PM
Trump’s tariff rates remain unchanged due to rising energy prices, former Biden official says
Rising energy costs and geopolitical tensions limit tariff policy flexibility, complicating business planning and supply chain strategies. The post Trump’s tariff rates remain unchanged due to rising energy prices, former Biden official says appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 7:58:51 PM
FIFA sacks COO Kevin Lamour after public criticism of Infantino
Lamour's firing highlights internal tensions at FIFA, raising concerns about transparency and governance in its commercial strategies. The post FIFA sacks COO Kevin Lamour after public criticism of Infantino appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 7:58:08 PM
Kalshi captures majority trading volume as prediction market interest falls 83%
Kalshi's dominance in prediction markets highlights the importance of regulatory compliance in attracting mainstream participants, shaping future market dynamics. The post Kalshi captures majority trading volume as prediction market interest falls 83% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 7:57:58 PM
Oil jumps past $91 as Trump casts doubt on new Iran deal
Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions may lead to increased energy costs, affecting global economic stability and consumer spending. The post Oil jumps past $91 as Trump casts doubt on new Iran deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 7:56:58 PM
Fireblocks names former SEC acting chair Elad Roisman as policy chief
Fireblocks has appointed former U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Acting Chairman Elad Roisman as its chief regulatory and policy officer and general counsel for regulatory affairs. Roisman will lead Fireblocks’ regulatory work Fireblocks said in an Aug. 17 press release…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/17/2026, 7:51:16 PM
Anthropic’s revenue run rate exceeds $65B ahead of IPO
Anthropic's rapid revenue growth and valuation surge highlight the transformative potential of AI in enterprise solutions, reshaping market dynamics. The post Anthropic’s revenue run rate exceeds $65B ahead of IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 7:47:42 PM
Israeli flags on Lebanon road violate UN resolution, says UNIFIL
Increased tensions from flag placement may hinder diplomatic efforts and complicate military withdrawal timelines, affecting regional stability. The post Israeli flags on Lebanon road violate UN resolution, says UNIFIL appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 7:44:19 PM
Democrats push war powers resolution after Trump’s Oman bombing threat
The Democrats' resolution may further strain US-Iran relations, complicating diplomatic efforts and increasing geopolitical instability. The post Democrats push war powers resolution after Trump’s Oman bombing threat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 7:41:30 PM