Bitcoin nears key technical breakout that could propel prices to $76,000
Bitcoin is close to forming a pattern that analysts say could signal prices rising to as high as $76,000.
By Omkar Godbole 8/19/2026, 3:22:47 PM
Strive director buys 15,900 ASST shares as SATA nears par
Strive director Pierre Rochard has purchased 15,900 ASST shares worth $199,386 as the Bitcoin treasury company’s preferred stock has returned close to its $100 par value. Rochard has made his first reported ASST purchase The SEC Form 4 filing, submitted…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/19/2026, 3:22:43 PM
Injective receives SEC transfer agent registration for institutional services arm
Injective’s affiliated entity can now maintain securities ownership records, adding regulated market infrastructure to its growing push into tokenized assets.
By Sam Bourgi 8/19/2026, 3:19:21 PM
Treasury Doubles Long-End Buybacks as Bitcoin and US Stocks Advance
The U.S. Treasury will at least double the maximum size of its buybacks for older long-term bonds to $4 billion per operation, a move that helped push yields lower and supported U.S. stocks, bitcoin and gold on Wednesday morning. The larger limit applies to liquidity-support buybacks in the 10- to 20-year and 20- to 30-year […]
By Jamie Redman 8/19/2026, 3:15:51 PM
3 Key Catalysts for Bitcoin Explained by Matt Hougan as Price Reclaims $66,500
Bitcoin breaks $66,000 as SEC rules and Treasury shifts trigger an institutional reversal, making Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan "extremely bullish" on crypto.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/19/2026, 3:14:30 PM
Trump administration escalates efforts to dismantle ICC, says Rubio
The administration's actions against the ICC may bolster Trump's political stability, reducing perceived risks of early removal from office. The post Trump administration escalates efforts to dismantle ICC, says Rubio appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/19/2026, 3:13:46 PM
Virtuals Protocol launches Eastworlds, a robotics data lab built to feed its tokenized AI economy
Eastworlds' integration of robotics data into a tokenized AI economy could revolutionize AI training, impacting industries globally. The post Virtuals Protocol launches Eastworlds, a robotics data lab built to feed its tokenized AI economy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 3:12:29 PM
DeFi yield sources examined amid spring market breakdown
The DeFi market's spring 2026 downturn highlights the vulnerability of yield strategies to market conditions, emphasizing the need for sustainable models. The post DeFi yield sources examined amid spring market breakdown appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 3:11:34 PM
AI could drive crypto activity without driving token value, Fidelity says
AI's rise in crypto could reshape resource allocation, impacting Bitcoin's security and prompting shifts in institutional strategies. The post AI could drive crypto activity without driving token value, Fidelity says appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 3:07:15 PM
Amazon makes AI-powered Alexa+ free on Fire TV for Prime members
Amazon's strategy strengthens Prime's value, intensifying competition in AI-driven streaming, while raising privacy and user consent concerns. The post Amazon makes AI-powered Alexa+ free on Fire TV for Prime members appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 3:06:09 PM
Bitcoin’s Volatility May Be Down But Expect a ‘Meaningful Move’ Soon, Says Fidelity
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin’s Volatility May Be Down But Expect a ‘Meaningful Move’ Soon, Says Fidelity Bitcoin isn't moving. Analysts think that's a sign it could soon do something significant. This post Bitcoin’s Volatility May Be Down But Expect a ‘Meaningful Move’ Soon, Says Fidelity first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di...
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/19/2026, 3:05:32 PM
US 10-year Treasury yield expected to exceed 5% this year
Rising yields could strain economic growth by increasing borrowing costs, impacting housing markets, corporate valuations, and foreign investment. The post US 10-year Treasury yield expected to exceed 5% this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 3:03:21 PM
Central banks should adopt nuanced strategy for bond holdings, says former Fed advisor Levin
Central banks' nuanced bond strategies could stabilize markets, preventing yield spikes and financial disruptions from rapid quantitative tightening. The post Central banks should adopt nuanced strategy for bond holdings, says former Fed advisor Levin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 3:00:00 PM
AI could supercharge crypto but there’s a catch, Fidelity Digital Assets says
AI agents could boost crypto activity, but much of the value may bypass blockchains and their tokens.
By Will Canny 8/19/2026, 2:59:07 PM
Crypto Long & Short: Where DeFi yield really comes from (and why it broke this spring)
In this week's Crypto Long & Short, Solstice Finance's David Plisek argues that most of the money lost in DeFi this spring wasn't taken by hackers but by yield strategies that quietly stopped working. Looking at April's $13 billion drawdown, he shows that a headline yield number reveals almost nothing about whether it will hold under stress,...
By David Plisek 8/19/2026, 2:57:35 PM
Fei-Fei Li advises leaders to focus on science in AI debate
Prioritizing scientific evidence in AI policy can prevent misguided regulations and foster innovation while addressing real-world issues. The post Fei-Fei Li advises leaders to focus on science in AI debate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:57:14 PM
Galaxy reports $11B decline in crypto-collateralized lending in Q2 2026
The decline in crypto-collateralized lending suggests a cautious market recalibration, potentially stabilizing the sector and fostering resilience. The post Galaxy reports $11B decline in crypto-collateralized lending in Q2 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:55:07 PM
CFTC imposes trading and registration bans on former FTX executives Caroline Ellison, Gary Wang
The resolution underscores heightened regulatory scrutiny in crypto, signaling potential for stricter enforcement and increased accountability. The post CFTC imposes trading and registration bans on former FTX executives Caroline Ellison, Gary Wang appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:54:04 PM
XRP Exchange Reserves Decline as Upbit Holds 6.4 Billion XRP Near Early-Summer Highs
XRP reserves across three top crypto exchanges have declined by roughly 240 million XRP since late May and early June, according to CryptoQuant author Amr Taha. Despite the decline, South Korean exchanges continue to account for the overwhelming majority of XRP held across the tracked platforms. Visit Website
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 8/19/2026, 2:53:48 PM
HSBC, Standard Chartered execute first live banking transaction on Swift’s 24/7 ledger
The cross-border transaction is Swift’s first in a pilot project as it tests settlement in its push to remain relevant as stablecoins and tokenized deposits become widely used worldwide.
By Olivier Acuna 8/19/2026, 2:50:33 PM
Pentagon weighs troop withdrawal from Persian Gulf after Iranian strikes damage US bases
A potential US troop withdrawal from the Persian Gulf could redefine military strategy, impacting regional stability and global power dynamics. The post Pentagon weighs troop withdrawal from Persian Gulf after Iranian strikes damage US bases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:50:01 PM
Munich Re to acquire cyber insurtech At-Bay for $575M
Munich Re's acquisition of At-Bay underscores the growing importance of integrated cyber risk management in the insurance industry. The post Munich Re to acquire cyber insurtech At-Bay for $575M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:48:15 PM
Solana Identity shuts down services, will delete all user data by year-end
The shutdown of Solana Identity may disrupt Solana's identity ecosystem, prompting developers to seek alternative verification solutions. The post Solana Identity shuts down services, will delete all user data by year-end appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:44:54 PM
Harry Kane receives European Golden Shoe for top goalscorer
Kane's achievement solidifies his status among football's elite, enhancing Bayern's dominance and setting a high bar for future strikers. The post Harry Kane receives European Golden Shoe for top goalscorer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:42:23 PM
Cantor opens Kalshi prediction markets to thousands of institutional clients
The investment bank will help its roughly 3,000 institutional clients execute large block trades in event contracts.
By Helene Braun 8/19/2026, 2:41:55 PM
Top 10 dApp Tokens of August 2026
Blockchain is often closely associated with Bitcoin, but its potential extends well beyond powering a single digital asset. By providing a decentralised, transparent, and tamper-resistant infrastructure, blockchain enables users and organisations to interact and exchange value without relying entirely on traditional intermediaries. This has opened...
By N/A 8/19/2026, 2:39:06 PM
Gnosis approves plan to transition Chain into an Ethereum-based rollup
Gnosis Chain's transition to an Ethereum rollup could enhance security and interoperability, influencing future blockchain integration strategies. The post Gnosis approves plan to transition Chain into an Ethereum-based rollup appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:37:41 PM
H100 Group records $10.3M quarterly loss as Bitcoin weighs on earnings
Sweden-listed H100 Group has reported a pre-tax loss of 98 million Swedish kronor ($10.3 million) for the second quarter as the decline in Bitcoin’s price weighed on the company’s treasury holdings. H100 Group said in its interim report published Wednesday…
By Rony Roy 8/19/2026, 2:37:25 PM
Nvidia connects GPU companies with data center operators in the Nordics
Nvidia's partnerships in the Nordics highlight a shift towards sustainable, cost-effective AI infrastructure, leveraging renewable energy and efficient cooling. The post Nvidia connects GPU companies with data center operators in the Nordics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:37:03 PM
US government borrowing costs reach highest level since 2007
Rising US borrowing costs could strain fiscal budgets, elevate mortgage rates, and challenge global financial stability amid high debt levels. The post US government borrowing costs reach highest level since 2007 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:35:27 PM
Anthropic poised for IPO before OpenAI by Q4 2026 amid market confidence
Anthropic's potential IPO ahead of OpenAI could reshape competitive dynamics in the AI sector, influencing investor confidence and market strategies. The post Anthropic poised for IPO before OpenAI by Q4 2026 amid market confidence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/19/2026, 2:34:57 PM
Broadcom Loses $87 Billion as Google Gives Marvell Bigger AI Chip Role
Broadcom shares fell nearly 5% on Wednesday after Google expanded its custom-silicon partnership with Marvell Technology, raising concerns that Broadcom could face greater competition for the technology giant’s future artificial intelligence chip spending. AVGO traded at approximately $361.45 as of 9:53 a.m. Visit Website
By Albert Brown 8/19/2026, 2:34:04 PM
SEC Opens $75M Crypto Funding Floodgate With New Rule Plan
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed new rules that could give certain crypto projects clearer ways to raise money in the United States while requiring investor disclosures and, in larger offerings, ongoing reporting. The proposal, called Regulation Crypto Assets, was announced Aug. 18 and would establish a securities offering...
By Jamie Redman 8/19/2026, 2:33:27 PM
Torino confirms RB Salzburg and Crystal Palace in talks for Alieu Njie
The intense bidding for Alieu Njie highlights the growing trend of clubs investing heavily in young talent, prioritizing potential over current performance. The post Torino confirms RB Salzburg and Crystal Palace in talks for Alieu Njie appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:32:03 PM
Georgia Businessman Allegedly Executes $24,000,000 Bank Fraud Scheme, Forges Documents and Financial Records
A Georgia businessman has been accused of obtaining $24 million in bank loans using allegedly forged documents and fabricated financial records. Thomas Mwangi, 48, of Atlanta, was arraigned August 10th after a federal grand jury charged him with two counts of bank fraud and 13 counts of wire fraud, reports CBS. Mwangi previously owned and […] The...
By Henry Kanapi 8/19/2026, 2:30:47 PM
US dollar index hits 3-month low amid softer economic data, Fed rate outlook
A weaker dollar may lead to less restrictive U.S. monetary policy, boosting gold's appeal and impacting global economic and investment dynamics. The post US dollar index hits 3-month low amid softer economic data, Fed rate outlook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/19/2026, 2:29:58 PM
Nvidia CEO says nobody uses AI better than Meta, backing its massive spending spree
Meta's strategic AI investments could redefine digital engagement and advertising, but financial risks loom if market conditions shift. The post Nvidia CEO says nobody uses AI better than Meta, backing its massive spending spree appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:27:59 PM
Europe lags behind US and China in orbital data center race
Europe's lag in orbital data centers risks dependency on US and China for AI and data processing, impacting technological sovereignty and innovation. The post Europe lags behind US and China in orbital data center race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:25:10 PM
Metaplanet’s US Bitcoin treasury bet could unlock up to $3.4 billion, but there’s a catch
The proposed deal hands Metaplanet 95.7% at closing, while later capital depends on unexercised warrants and an optional preferred right. The post Metaplanet’s US Bitcoin treasury bet could unlock up to $3.4 billion, but there’s a catch appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/19/2026, 2:20:36 PM
European banks to pay record €228B to shareholders in 2026
Record shareholder payouts by European banks in 2026 may signal robust financial health but could face regulatory scrutiny amid systemic risks. The post European banks to pay record €228B to shareholders in 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:19:03 PM
Ripple raises $275 million to fund prime brokerage expansion
Ripple has raised $275 million through an upsized senior note offering by Ripple Prime to fund the brokerage unit’s expansion across financing, clearing, and other financial services in the United States. Ripple said Tuesday that the senior unsecured notes were…
By Rony Roy 8/19/2026, 2:17:51 PM
How Web3 iGaming Brands Grow: Product, Compliance and Acquisition
Building a crypto gambling brand means solving product, compliance and acquisition at once. How Web3 iGaming operators differentiate, where licensing sets limits, and why mainstream ad channels are closed.
By Crypto Daily 8/19/2026, 2:16:23 PM
20-year Treasury yield drops 10 basis points ahead of record-high auction
The yield drop signals potential volatility in government borrowing costs, impacting fiscal policy and investor confidence in long-term debt. The post 20-year Treasury yield drops 10 basis points ahead of record-high auction appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:16:07 PM
Injective Institutional Services registers as SEC transfer agent
Injective's SEC registration as a transfer agent could accelerate blockchain adoption in finance by reducing settlement times and enhancing compliance. The post Injective Institutional Services registers as SEC transfer agent appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:12:17 PM
Ripple Price Analysis: XRP Reclaims $1 as Sellers Show Early Signs of Exhaustion
Ripple’s XRP remains locked in a broader bearish structure, although the latest short-term price action is beginning to show tentative signs of seller exhaustion. The $1 psychological level is now the immediate battleground, with the market approaching an important demand area below. Ripple Price Analysis: The Daily Chart XRP continues to trade...
By Shayan Markets 8/19/2026, 2:10:40 PM
Nebius Loses $4.3 Billion in Market Value as Convertible Offering Fuels Dilution Fears
Nebius Group shares fell sharply Wednesday after the AI infrastructure company proposed another multibillion dollar convertible note offering, raising concerns about future dilution, additional debt and hedge related selling. NBIS dropped 6.35% to approximately $232.66 shortly after the Nasdaq opened, down from Tuesday’s $248.43 close. Visit...
By Albert Brown 8/19/2026, 2:09:11 PM
European Central Bank’s Rehn says wage growth remains moderate with no second-round inflation effects
Moderate wage growth in the euro area reduces inflationary pressures, potentially allowing the ECB to maintain or lower interest rates. The post European Central Bank’s Rehn says wage growth remains moderate with no second-round inflation effects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:06:36 PM
CoinShares Expands WGMI ETF as Bitcoin Miners Shift to AI
Bitcoin mining is entering into a new phase as companies that were only used for producing Bitcoin (BTC)…
By Niharika Deshpande 8/19/2026, 2:06:16 PM
Shiba Inu Posts 26.4% Surge in Active Addresses Despite Prolonged Volatility
Shiba Inu records a substantial increase in network activity while its price remains low, drawing concerns about what the leading meme token may be up to.
By Caroline Amosun 8/19/2026, 2:03:31 PM
Reserve Bank of India holds rates steady as one member floats a hike
RBI's cautious stance reflects a strategic wait for clearer economic signals, balancing inflation control with growth amid global uncertainties. The post Reserve Bank of India holds rates steady as one member floats a hike appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/19/2026, 2:02:48 PM