Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz closed, ties reopening to political concessions
Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially destabilizing global markets and complicating diplomatic efforts. The post Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz closed, ties reopening to political concessions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/11/2026, 3:31:20 PM
Twenty One Capital reports $414M Q2 loss, new CEO sets sights beyond Bitcoin treasury
The shift from a Bitcoin-centric model to diversified revenue streams may stabilize Twenty One Capital, attracting broader investor interest. The post Twenty One Capital reports $414M Q2 loss, new CEO sets sights beyond Bitcoin treasury appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:30:48 PM
Optimism’s OP Mainnet posts 3x transaction growth since early 2024
The surge in OP Mainnet transactions highlights the growing importance of scalable, cost-effective blockchain solutions in driving mainstream adoption. The post Optimism’s OP Mainnet posts 3x transaction growth since early 2024 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:29:37 PM
Lido Earn enables instant withdrawals with new buffer system
Lido Earn's instant withdrawal feature could enhance user experience and liquidity in DeFi, but introduces new risks and market dynamics. The post Lido Earn enables instant withdrawals with new buffer system appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:26:12 PM
Spark Finance navigates $633M spUSDT stress window with yield and liquidity intact
Spark Finance's resilience highlights the critical importance of robust liquidity infrastructure and stress-tolerant mechanisms in DeFi. The post Spark Finance navigates $633M spUSDT stress window with yield and liquidity intact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:25:28 PM
China pushes local chip purchases to counter US sanctions, says VanEck
China's push for local chip production could reshape global tech supply chains, challenging US dominance and fostering regional tech ecosystems. The post China pushes local chip purchases to counter US sanctions, says VanEck appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:25:17 PM
ForumPay Expands Payment Infrastructure with New Card and Bank Transfer Acceptance Solution
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By Chainwire 8/11/2026, 3:21:58 PM
Sanders urges OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta to pause AI projects over security risks
Increased regulatory scrutiny on AI firms may reshape industry dynamics, affecting operational strategies and investor confidence significantly. The post Sanders urges OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta to pause AI projects over security risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/11/2026, 3:19:20 PM
US existing home sales fall to three-month low in July as prices and rates squeeze buyers
High mortgage rates and rising home prices exacerbate affordability issues, limiting market access for first-time buyers and skewing advantages toward cash-rich investors. The post US existing home sales fall to three-month low in July as prices and rates squeeze buyers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:14:42 PM
Saylor’s Strategy Racks up $102M in Bitcoin Losses, per Cryptoquant
Strategy has realized more than $102 million in losses from its 2026 bitcoin sales, as Michael Saylor’s company keeps selling coins below its average purchase price to fund dividend and buyback obligations. A Pattern of Selling Below Cost Strategy has sold bitcoin at least four times over the last couple of years, breaking a roughly […]
By Shiraz Jagati 8/11/2026, 3:10:25 PM
Pudgy Penguins co founder sells out 44,444 Spritehood NFT collection for $1.28 million on Robinhood Chain
Villemain's NFT success on Robinhood Chain highlights the potential for organic growth and innovation in decentralized digital asset ecosystems. The post Pudgy Penguins co founder sells out 44,444 Spritehood NFT collection for $1.28 million on Robinhood Chain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:08:13 PM
ENS DAO approves foundation overhaul with five-seat board
ENS DAO has approved and executed a governance proposal that turns the ENS Foundation into a full-time operating body with a five-seat board, a professional staff, and control over a roughly $65 million endowment. ENS Foundation takes over daily operations…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/11/2026, 3:07:04 PM
Grayscale Drops Cardano ETF Filing Just as ADA Clears a Key Hurdle
Cardano cleared a key regulatory hurdle: the required track record for highly-regulated Wall Street trading. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/11/2026, 3:07:00 PM
Newcastle in talks with Benfica for fullback Amar Dedić
Newcastle's pursuit of Dedi highlights their strategic focus on strengthening defense, potentially reshaping their competitive edge in the league. The post Newcastle in talks with Benfica for fullback Amar Dedić appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:04:48 PM
Federal Reserve’s next rate move hinges on July CPI report
The July CPI report could significantly influence the Fed's rate decision, impacting bond yields, equity markets, and economic stability. The post Federal Reserve’s next rate move hinges on July CPI report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:04:11 PM
Ripple (XRP) Just Dipped Below $1: Collapse Warning or Hidden Opportunity?
XRP is "basically dead," a popular analyst claimed.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 8/11/2026, 3:02:53 PM
Fed’s rate hike decision hinges on July CPI report
The Fed's decision on rate hikes, influenced by inflation data, could significantly impact economic stability and market confidence. The post Fed’s rate hike decision hinges on July CPI report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/11/2026, 3:01:41 PM
Federal Reserve’s Warsh scraps forward guidance as Goldman Sachs warns of growing pains
The removal of forward guidance by the Fed may lead to increased market volatility and misalignment, challenging investor confidence. The post Federal Reserve’s Warsh scraps forward guidance as Goldman Sachs warns of growing pains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:01:10 PM
Democratic lawmakers prepare to oppose Republican crypto bills
The legislative impasse highlights the growing tension between innovation and ethics, potentially stalling crypto regulation progress. The post Democratic lawmakers prepare to oppose Republican crypto bills appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:58:05 PM
Luke Dashjr Removed as Bitcoin BIP Editor Following (BIP)-110 Fork Failure
Bitcoin Magazine Luke Dashjr Removed as Bitcoin BIP Editor Following (BIP)-110 Fork Failure Bitcoin developer Luke Dashjr, who backed the failed Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP)-110, has been removed from his position as an editor of such proposals for the development of the Bitcoin network. The decision, voted on by other Bitcoin developers,...
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/11/2026, 2:57:26 PM
Iran’s decided to wait Trump out, and the Middle East is already reorganizing itself on that assumption
Iran's strategic delay in U.S. negotiations may reshape Middle Eastern alliances, impacting regional stability and global diplomatic dynamics. The post Iran’s decided to wait Trump out, and the Middle East is already reorganizing itself on that assumption appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/11/2026, 2:56:25 PM
Shipfinex taps ADI Chain to tokenize $500M vessel portfolio
Dubai-based Shipfinex has partnered with ADI Chain to tokenize about 35 vessels valued at roughly $500 million, with the planned structure designed to give shipowners access to blockchain-based financing and investment channels. According to Shipfinex, each vessel in the planned…
By Rony Roy 8/11/2026, 2:54:15 PM
RippleX Engineering Head Urges Elon Musk to Add RLUSD to X
RippleX engineering head J. Ayo Akinyele has urged Elon Musk to add Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin to X Money.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/11/2026, 2:49:39 PM
ON Semiconductor posts strong Q2 2026 earnings as AI data center demand accelerates
ON Semiconductor's robust earnings highlight the transformative impact of AI demand on tech sectors, signaling sustained growth and strategic expansion. The post ON Semiconductor posts strong Q2 2026 earnings as AI data center demand accelerates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:49:11 PM
US stock futures rise as traders brace for July inflation data
July inflation data could sway Fed's rate decision, impacting market dynamics and investor sentiment amid economic uncertainty. The post US stock futures rise as traders brace for July inflation data appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:46:48 PM
B3IQ targets university researchers with rent-to-own GPU machines
B3IQ's rent-to-own GPU model democratizes access to high-performance computing, potentially accelerating academic research and innovation. The post B3IQ targets university researchers with rent-to-own GPU machines appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:46:23 PM
If crypto goes back to the congressional drawing board, 3 Democrat women loom large
The Democrats who may get a bigger say in future crypto legislative efforts are familiar figures, and they generally look at digital assets with distrust.
By Jesse Hamilton 8/11/2026, 2:40:15 PM
Crypto-friendly bank Erebor in talks to raise $1.5 billion at $9.5 billion valuation: FT
Total deposits grew from $1.1 billion in March to $4.6 billion by July, driven by clients in crypto, AI and defense.
By Francisco Rodrigues 8/11/2026, 2:39:12 PM
Benchmark sees 150% upside for Bitdeer on Bitcoin mining, AI expansion
Bitdeer's pivot to AI infrastructure could redefine its market position, but success hinges on execution amid industry-wide challenges. The post Benchmark sees 150% upside for Bitdeer on Bitcoin mining, AI expansion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:37:26 PM
FC Barcelona confirms Roony Bardghji has torn ACL, will undergo surgery
Bardghji's recurring ACL injuries highlight the vulnerability of young athletes to long-term career disruptions and the need for preventive measures. The post FC Barcelona confirms Roony Bardghji has torn ACL, will undergo surgery appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:37:19 PM
Strategy cratered 75% over 12 months, analyst sets 350% target price
Strategy Inc's volatile Bitcoin strategy highlights the high-risk, high-reward nature of crypto investments, with significant market uncertainty. The post Strategy cratered 75% over 12 months, analyst sets 350% target price appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:35:23 PM
A 13% dividend is set to force another Bitcoin treasury company into the unthinkable: liquidating its BTC to pay cash
Cash covers about 18 months of the current run rate in a static calculation, while common issuance has already become a funding channel. The post A 13% dividend is set to force another Bitcoin treasury company into the unthinkable: liquidating its BTC to pay cash appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/11/2026, 2:35:07 PM
Grvt to build $100 million USDY position under Ondo partnership
CeDeFi trading platform Grvt has partnered with Ondo Finance to build a position of up to $100 million in the tokenization firm’s yield-bearing USDY product over the next 12 months. According to Grvt, USDY will be integrated into Grvt Earn,…
By Rony Roy 8/11/2026, 2:33:52 PM
Zuckerberg Says Everyone Will Soon Have AI With Invention Superpowers
Meta plans to give billions of people a free personal AI agent that writes code, builds businesses and manages the household. The company is backing that pledge with up to $145 billion in spending this year. What Zuckerberg Means by ‘Invention Superpowers’ Billions of people will get a personal AI agent free of charge, Meta […]
By Kevin Helms 8/11/2026, 2:31:50 PM
eToro reports strong Q2 2026 earnings, announces $231M TradeZero acquisition to fuel US expansion
eToro's strategic acquisition of TradeZero signals a shift towards equities and US market expansion, reducing reliance on volatile crypto revenues. The post eToro reports strong Q2 2026 earnings, announces $231M TradeZero acquisition to fuel US expansion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:31:20 PM
July CPI Puts Bitcoin and Markets on a Fed Knife Edge
The post July CPI Puts Bitcoin and Markets on a Fed Knife Edge appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Oil is the wildcard, and July CPI is about to decide whether the market gets some relief or another headache. Crude jumped Tuesday as US-Iran talks over the Strait of Hormuz stalled, pushing the 10-year Treasury yield to 4.682% before falling...
By Yash Jain 8/11/2026, 2:30:41 PM
Aster implements AOS-2 to streamline perpetual market listings
AOS-2's permissionless listing could democratize market access, potentially increasing token liquidity and decentralizing financial power. The post Aster implements AOS-2 to streamline perpetual market listings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:30:32 PM
Trump Family Crypto Firm Took $100 Million From UK Money Laundering Suspect Bobby Zhou: Report
Guren “Bobby” Zhou, previously investigated in the UK for money laundering, bought $100 million in tokens from the Trump family’s World Liberty Financial via Aqua 1. The post Trump Family Crypto Firm Took $100 Million From UK Money Laundering Suspect Bobby Zhou: Report appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Agent 8/11/2026, 2:30:29 PM
Shiba Inu: Shibarium Activity Surges 507% but Then Loses It All
The 507% transaction increase remains significant but has yet to translate into a sustained rise.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 8/11/2026, 2:30:00 PM
XRP Pundit Says Wall Street Is Steering Retail Toward AI
Rietveld claims major firms are steering retail investors toward overheated AI stocks while accumulating certain digital assets. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/11/2026, 2:29:00 PM
TradFi Is Getting Easier Access to DeFi. FATF Says Institutions Still Own the Risk
Institutional infrastructure simplifies technical access to DeFi and complicates legal consequences of using it. FATF's recent report admits that VASPs and DeFi arrangements bring lots of operational benefits including automated settlement, cross-border reach, 24/7 availability and generally higher yields.But none of this moves institutions...
By Tanya Chepkova 8/11/2026, 2:24:55 PM
French press body urges competition watchdog to act on Google AI Overviews
The complaint against Google's AI Overviews could reshape digital content monetization, impacting global tech-regulation dynamics significantly. The post French press body urges competition watchdog to act on Google AI Overviews appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:22:02 PM
Trajectory raises funding from Sequoia at $300M valuation
Trajectory's potential funding highlights the growing interest in continual learning, which could revolutionize AI efficiency and adaptability. The post Trajectory raises funding from Sequoia at $300M valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:18:53 PM
ADI Chain partners with Shipfinex to tokenize $500M vessel pipeline
Tokenizing vessels could revolutionize maritime finance, offering new investment avenues and enhancing liquidity in the shipping industry. The post ADI Chain partners with Shipfinex to tokenize $500M vessel pipeline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:18:19 PM
Australia enforces stricter compliance on crypto ATMs as regulator suspends major operator
Australia's crackdown on crypto ATMs highlights the growing regulatory focus on financial compliance, impacting the sector's rapid expansion. The post Australia enforces stricter compliance on crypto ATMs as regulator suspends major operator appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:17:09 PM
Iran, Oman progress in talks to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid 2026 crisis
The progress in talks may stabilize regional tensions, impacting global oil markets and reducing the likelihood of U.S. fee impositions. The post Iran, Oman progress in talks to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid 2026 crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/11/2026, 2:12:54 PM
Binance to Delist Five Cryptocurrencies: Details
Binance has flagged five cryptocurrencies for possible delisting soon, as it places them under its Monitoring Tag, a move usually observed before delisting happens.
By Caroline Amosun 8/11/2026, 2:11:45 PM
US housing inventory exceeds 1.1 million homes, highest level since 2019
Increased housing inventory may stabilize prices, but regional disparities and high mortgage rates could limit immediate market shifts. The post US housing inventory exceeds 1.1 million homes, highest level since 2019 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 2:09:06 PM
Coinbase Opens Abu Dhabi Tokenization Hub With FSRA Approval
The post Coinbase Opens Abu Dhabi Tokenization Hub With FSRA Approval appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Coinbase is taking its tokenization plans beyond the U.S. after securing regulatory approval in Abu Dhabi. The crypto exchange has received Financial Services Permission from the FSRA, allowing it to build a new hub for tokenized...
By Rizwan Ansari 8/11/2026, 2:08:34 PM
Keel Shuts All Bitcoin Mining With $819M Ready for AI Pivot
Keel Infrastructure has decommissioned all of its U.S. bitcoin mining operations as it converts power-rich sites for AI and high-performance computing. The transition comes with weaker earnings and continued bitcoin sales, but the company says $819 million of liquidity gives it room to fund development. Keel Sells 1,085 BTC as Revenue Falls 50% in...
By Emmanuel Musa 8/11/2026, 2:07:10 PM