Hedge funds resume shorting after biggest short squeeze since 2020
Hedge funds' cautious return to shorting highlights the ongoing volatility and adaptability required in navigating geopolitical and market shifts. The post Hedge funds resume shorting after biggest short squeeze since 2020 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 2:52:53 AM
US dollar nears two-month low ahead of inflation data as weak jobs report reshapes Fed expectations
The dollar's decline and shifting Fed expectations highlight the delicate balance between economic cooling and inflation control strategies. The post US dollar nears two-month low ahead of inflation data as weak jobs report reshapes Fed expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 2:44:33 AM
Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC bulls strengthen, ETH eyes breakout, XRP rebounds
Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) show signs of strength as bulls defend key support on Monday after gaining 2% and 1.3% in the previous week. Meanwhile, Ripple (XRP) recovers mildly at the start of the week on Monday after sliding over 5% last week.
By N/A 8/10/2026, 2:30:55 AM
CLARITY Act Leaves 5 Loopholes, From Pensions to Trump’s $1.4B Crypto
Senate Banking Committee minority staff say the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act fails five minimum standards, potentially leaving pensions exposed and failing to stop President Trump’s next $1.4 billion in crypto profits. A procedural Senate vote is set for Sept. 15. Minority Staff Fault the Bill on Five Counts The Minority Staff of the Senate […]
By Kevin Helms 8/10/2026, 2:30:42 AM
Australia requires government approval for Chinese investors selling rare earths holdings
Australia's move to limit Chinese influence in rare earths highlights a strategic shift towards securing critical mineral supply chains. The post Australia requires government approval for Chinese investors selling rare earths holdings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 2:29:34 AM
Taiwan plans record NT$1.1T military budget for 2027
Taiwan's increased military budget signals a strategic shift towards self-reliance and regional stability, impacting global defense dynamics. The post Taiwan plans record NT$1.1T military budget for 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 2:27:12 AM
Sony and TSMC plan 2029 mass production of next-gen image sensors
The Sony-TSMC venture could reshape global semiconductor dynamics, bolstering Japan's tech influence and advancing physical AI applications. The post Sony and TSMC plan 2029 mass production of next-gen image sensors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 2:13:20 AM
$TUT sees $44M in liquidations, outpacing $BTC and $ETH
The TUT liquidation highlights the risks of leverage in altcoin markets, urging exchanges to reassess risk management for volatile tokens. The post $TUT sees $44M in liquidations, outpacing $BTC and $ETH appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 2:09:11 AM
Taiwan deploys drone swarms, unmanned boats to deter Chinese invasion
Taiwan's enhanced defense strategy may reduce the likelihood of a Chinese invasion, impacting regional stability and market perceptions. The post Taiwan deploys drone swarms, unmanned boats to deter Chinese invasion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/10/2026, 2:03:30 AM
Shein valued at $22B to $25B ahead of major IPO: Bloomberg Intelligence
Shein's IPO highlights the volatility and challenges in the fast-fashion sector, impacting investor confidence and future market strategies. The post Shein valued at $22B to $25B ahead of major IPO: Bloomberg Intelligence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 2:00:09 AM
Houthi assault on Yemen’s Mocha port leaves 7 dead, 30 injured
The Houthi assault on Mocha port underscores escalating regional tensions, potentially affecting geopolitical stability and market perceptions. The post Houthi assault on Yemen’s Mocha port leaves 7 dead, 30 injured appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/10/2026, 1:39:15 AM
CLARITY Act Enters ‘Walking Dead’ State as SEC Prepares Crypto Rules
The Senate will hold a procedural vote on the CLARITY Act Sept. 15 after missing its August window, while the SEC advances a parallel crypto rulemaking agenda. Bitwise says the delay puts the bill in a “walking dead” state. What Happens When the Senate Votes Sept. 15? U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-ID) issued a statement […]
By Kevin Helms 8/10/2026, 1:30:25 AM
China injects 18 billion yuan via 7-day reverse repos at 1.40% as PBOC keeps liquidity taps open
China's strategic liquidity management aims to sustain economic stability amid challenges, reflecting a shift towards lower borrowing costs. The post China injects 18 billion yuan via 7-day reverse repos at 1.40% as PBOC keeps liquidity taps open appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 1:26:17 AM
North Korean hacking groups are building AI-powered cyberattack tools, and the results are already showing up in the wild
The integration of AI in North Korean cyberattacks could escalate global cybersecurity threats, enabling more sophisticated and rapid intrusions. The post North Korean hacking groups are building AI-powered cyberattack tools, and the results are already showing up in the wild appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 1:25:20 AM
Strategy’s $4B reserve backs STRC at $95, eyes $18B capacity reopening
Strategy Inc.'s financial stability could enhance STRC's market confidence, potentially unlocking significant capacity and influencing Bitcoin investments. The post Strategy’s $4B reserve backs STRC at $95, eyes $18B capacity reopening appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/10/2026, 1:23:23 AM
Investors poured $82 million into Canary’s XRP ETF, but falling prices erased double what they put in
Unrealized XRP depreciation erased nearly twice the value added by net capital-share activity as token holdings rose 31.7%. The post Investors poured $82 million into Canary’s XRP ETF, but falling prices erased double what they put in appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/10/2026, 1:20:52 AM
Ripple Touted In UK Treasury’s XRP Push For Wholesale
Ripple has reportedly been brought into a UK Treasury initiative exploring blockchain infra for wholesale financial markets. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/10/2026, 1:20:00 AM
BOJ signals potential faster rate hikes amid rising inflation risks
BOJ's potential rate hike acceleration could strengthen the yen, impacting global markets and exerting downward pressure on gold prices. The post BOJ signals potential faster rate hikes amid rising inflation risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/10/2026, 1:05:23 AM
US congressman proposes strategic Bitcoin reserve, no capital gains tax
The proposed bill could signal a shift in U.S. crypto policy, potentially influencing Bitcoin's institutional adoption and market dynamics. The post US congressman proposes strategic Bitcoin reserve, no capital gains tax appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/10/2026, 1:02:34 AM
Fed likely to hold rates steady after July jobs report: Westpac economist
The Fed's steady rate approach may stabilize economic expectations, but ongoing inflation and labor market shifts could prompt future policy changes. The post Fed likely to hold rates steady after July jobs report: Westpac economist appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/10/2026, 12:51:07 AM
Japan reports current account surplus of 17.43T yen in H1, reinforcing its status as global creditor powerhouse
Japan's sustained current account surplus bolsters its global financial influence, stabilizes the yen, and impacts international capital flows. The post Japan reports current account surplus of 17.43T yen in H1, reinforcing its status as global creditor powerhouse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 12:49:54 AM
Iran tightens Strait of Hormuz stance, oil prices rise
Iran's stance on the Strait of Hormuz heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially disrupting global oil supply and influencing market volatility. The post Iran tightens Strait of Hormuz stance, oil prices rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/10/2026, 12:44:37 AM
Open banking policy fight sees big spending from traditional banks and fintechs
The outcome of this regulatory battle could reshape financial data access, impacting consumer costs, innovation, and market competition dynamics. The post Open banking policy fight sees big spending from traditional banks and fintechs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 12:44:21 AM
XRP Liquidity Hunt’s On: Red Clusters Sub-$1 Dictate Next Move
With way more liquidity sitting on leveraged markets than Spot, XRP’s next move could be a wild one. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 8/10/2026, 12:36:00 AM
Mark Cuban compares Nvidia to dot-com IPO machine, warning of AI sector fragility
Cuban's warning highlights potential instability in AI investments, urging caution as financial practices reminiscent of the dot-com era resurface. The post Mark Cuban compares Nvidia to dot-com IPO machine, warning of AI sector fragility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 12:35:08 AM
BIP-110 dies with a whimper, CLARITY vote punted: Hodler’s Digest, Aug. 9
BIP-110 forks itself into oblivion with a “2-block chain” and CLARITY will finally get a Senate vote in September. The odds say that vote will be a No.
By Andrew Fenton 8/10/2026, 12:32:21 AM
Ex-US defense secretary calls CLARITY Act a ‘national security bill’
Former US Defense Secretary Mark Esper says the CLARITY Act is not merely a financial services bill, its a national security one.
By Felix Ng 8/10/2026, 12:31:34 AM
Arthur Hayes Warns Bitcoin May Fall to $50,000 Before $1 Million
Arthur Hayes argues the artificial intelligence buildout is a leveraged real estate bubble that he says will end in a government bailout larger than 2008. He expects the resulting liquidity creation to carry bitcoin past $1 million. What Hayes Thinks the AI Buildout Really Is Arthur Hayes, co-founder of Bitmex and chief investment officer at […]
By Kevin Helms 8/10/2026, 12:30:56 AM
In just 190 seconds, Grayscale quietly pulled the plug on three major altcoin ETFs
Cardano, Hedera and Polkadot registration withdrawals gave no reason for the retreat, while five other Grayscale altcoin filings remained preliminary. The post In just 190 seconds, Grayscale quietly pulled the plug on three major altcoin ETFs appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/10/2026, 12:20:16 AM
Gold steadies after biggest weekly gain since January
Gold's stabilization amid labor market shifts suggests potential for non-yielding assets to thrive if monetary policy remains accommodative. The post Gold steadies after biggest weekly gain since January appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 12:20:07 AM
Japan’s Cabinet Office pressures Bank of Japan to sync monetary policy with government growth agenda
Aligning BOJ policy with government growth goals may challenge central bank independence, impacting market stability and economic strategy. The post Japan’s Cabinet Office pressures Bank of Japan to sync monetary policy with government growth agenda appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/10/2026, 12:04:33 AM
Shiba Inu (SHIB), Solana (SOL), Hyperliquid (HYPE) and Binance Coin (BNB) Price Analysis for August 10: Can Bulls Establish Control?
The market is certainly far from being ready for a proper retrace, even though some assets show a bullish dynamic.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/10/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Washington lobbyists skeptical of prediction market limits before Congress ends
Lobbyists' skepticism highlights the enduring influence of prediction markets, potentially shaping future regulatory landscapes and political strategies. The post Washington lobbyists skeptical of prediction market limits before Congress ends appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 11:45:01 PM
Gold steadies near $4,345 as US jobs data dampens Fed rate hike outlook
Gold's stability amid weaker US jobs data suggests a potential shift in Fed policy, impacting inflation hedging strategies and market dynamics. The post Gold steadies near $4,345 as US jobs data dampens Fed rate hike outlook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 11:39:13 PM
Berkshire Hathaway spends $39B on stocks and buys back $5B in shares as cash pile shrinks
Berkshire's aggressive investments and buybacks signal a strategic shift under new leadership, potentially impacting market dynamics and investor confidence. The post Berkshire Hathaway spends $39B on stocks and buys back $5B in shares as cash pile shrinks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 11:31:09 PM
CLARITY Act Odds Sink as Senate Delay Threatens 2026 Crypto Vote
Polymarket traders now price the CLARITY Act at a 21% chance of becoming law this year. The Senate filed a cloture motion on Aug. 8 after missing its pre-recess vote, pushing the fight into September. Why Is the CLARITY Act Priced at 21%? Polymarket traders assigned the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act a 21% chance […]
By Kevin Helms 8/9/2026, 11:30:59 PM
Chinese brokerages tighten account checks amid regulatory scrutiny
The crackdown on unauthorized trading reshapes China's financial landscape, increasing compliance costs and limiting mainland investor access. The post Chinese brokerages tighten account checks amid regulatory scrutiny appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 11:15:19 PM
A pre-revenue AI crypto startup funneled $12 million into EV as bad crypto trades erased 97% of cash in six months
The pre-revenue company ended June with $577,328 in cash while its RoboShare pilot and discounted equity facility remained conditional. The post A pre-revenue AI crypto startup funneled $12 million into EV as bad crypto trades erased 97% of cash in six months appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/9/2026, 11:05:47 PM
Khamenei tightens grip on Iran security council with hard-line IRGC chief
Khamenei's strategic consolidation may shift Iran's political dynamics, potentially destabilizing current leadership and influencing policy direction. The post Khamenei tightens grip on Iran security council with hard-line IRGC chief appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 11:04:12 PM
XRP’s $1 Line In The Sand Amid Negative ETF Turnaround
XRP’s near-term price is being driven by flows, positioning, and the absence of a regulatory catalyst. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 8/9/2026, 10:59:00 PM
Japan’s 4 largest life insurers report record $96B in unrealized losses
Japan's insurers face liquidity risks from unrealized bond losses, challenging BOJ's rate policy and potentially impacting financial stability. The post Japan’s 4 largest life insurers report record $96B in unrealized losses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 10:57:08 PM
US-Japan yen intervention signals waning dollar dominance, boosts gold demand
The intervention may accelerate shifts in global reserve strategies, enhancing gold's role as a safe-haven amid currency instability. The post US-Japan yen intervention signals waning dollar dominance, boosts gold demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 10:48:31 PM
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh’s talks with Trump raise independence concerns
Frequent presidential interactions with the Fed chair risk undermining the central bank's independence, potentially affecting economic stability. The post Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh’s talks with Trump raise independence concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 10:44:11 PM
Iran replaces top security official amid Strait of Hormuz talks
Iran's leadership change amid Hormuz talks could impact regional stability and global energy markets, hinging on US-Iran relations. The post Iran replaces top security official amid Strait of Hormuz talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 10:41:30 PM
Donald Trump faces bipartisan scrutiny over ties to AI firms after hacking incidents
Bipartisan concerns over Trump's AI ties highlight potential conflicts of interest, risking national security and complicating regulatory efforts. The post Donald Trump faces bipartisan scrutiny over ties to AI firms after hacking incidents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 10:36:12 PM
Solana leads all blockchains with 6 million monthly USDC senders, setting a new record
Solana's rise as a mainstream payments network could shift blockchain dynamics, challenging Ethereum's dominance in stablecoin transactions. The post Solana leads all blockchains with 6 million monthly USDC senders, setting a new record appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 10:28:44 PM
Stock futures flat as investors await inflation data and weigh Iran uncertainty
Market stability hinges on inflation data and geopolitical tensions, with potential Fed rate hikes impacting economic growth and investor sentiment. The post Stock futures flat as investors await inflation data and weigh Iran uncertainty appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 10:26:05 PM
Oil prices climb, stocks dip amid Iran conflict stalemate
Geopolitical tensions from the Iran conflict stalemate could lead to prolonged market volatility, impacting global economic stability. The post Oil prices climb, stocks dip amid Iran conflict stalemate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 10:25:45 PM
US forces redirect 55 vessels and board two in Iran naval blockade, CENTCOM says
The intensified US naval blockade on Iran could escalate regional tensions, disrupt global shipping routes, and impact international trade. The post US forces redirect 55 vessels and board two in Iran naval blockade, CENTCOM says appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 10:16:54 PM
Tokenized RWA Sector Hits $38B as Treasury Debt Dominates Market
This week’s metrics show tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) have cracked another ceiling, with total value locked (TVL) blowing past $38 billion and hitting $38.17 billion on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. The RWA sector is now just $1.83 billion shy of punching through the $40 billion mark. Tokenized RWAs Push Deeper Into TradFi The tokenized RWA […]
By Jamie Redman 8/9/2026, 10:12:13 PM