MARA Pledges 18,750 BTC for $600 Million New Bitcoin-Backed Loans
MARA (NASDAQ: MARA) has secured $600 million of new debt after pledging 18,750 BTC, tapping its bitcoin reserves to help finance an expansion into power generation and AI infrastructure. This article first appeared in The Energy Mag. The original article can be viewed here. The Energy Mag (formerly The Miner Mag) provides news, data, and […]
By Guest Author 8/9/2026, 6:30:29 AM
Intel Foundry secures Fortinet as its first named corporate client under new CEO
Intel's partnership with Fortinet signals a strategic shift, enhancing its competitive edge in the semiconductor industry and diversifying its client base. The post Intel Foundry secures Fortinet as its first named corporate client under new CEO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 6:16:40 AM
New Bitcoin Fork Already Deemed Failure
The minority chain has rapidly fallen behind the main Bitcoin network due to a severe lack of miner support.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/9/2026, 6:09:57 AM
Turkey transfers 70 ATACMS missiles to Ukraine in $300M weapons package pending congressional review
This transfer could significantly enhance Ukraine's military capabilities, potentially altering regional power dynamics and impacting future arms negotiations. The post Turkey transfers 70 ATACMS missiles to Ukraine in $300M weapons package pending congressional review appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 6:06:36 AM
Virtuals Protocol bets on physical AI and robotics with Eastworlds accelerator
Virtuals Protocol's Eastworlds accelerator could significantly boost innovation in robotics, merging AI advancements with physical applications. The post Virtuals Protocol bets on physical AI and robotics with Eastworlds accelerator appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 6:05:50 AM
No CLARITY Act, No Problem? Grayscale Explains Crypto’s Plan B
The bill received a date for its next major Senate test, but moving forward is a whole other ballgame.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/9/2026, 5:49:07 AM
BTCPay restricts remote Lightning access after attackers steal funds
Foundation and Citadel21 reported drained Lightning nodes, but the total amount stolen and number of affected operators remain unknown.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/9/2026, 5:46:07 AM
Stolen Bitcoin at Center of Kidnapping Plot, 3 Face 20 Years
Federal prosecutors charged three St. Louis men over a plan to storm a Connecticut home and force a transfer of bitcoin tied to a theft worth hundreds of millions. Each faces up to 20 years in prison. Grand Jury Returns Second Superseding Indictment in New Haven U.S. Attorney David X. Sullivan for the District of […]
By Kevin Helms 8/9/2026, 5:30:32 AM
Controversial Bitcoin fork BIP-110 mines two blocks, then stops
The breakaway chain inherited bitcoin’s mining difficulty with only a tiny share of hashpower, leaving blocks hours apart while both chains still accept the same transactions.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/9/2026, 5:08:20 AM
Eliza Labs founder sells $25M in ElizaOS tokens as project collapses after lawsuit
The collapse of ElizaOS highlights the volatility and risks in crypto investments, underscoring the need for robust legal and financial frameworks. The post Eliza Labs founder sells $25M in ElizaOS tokens as project collapses after lawsuit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 4:36:18 AM
We Asked ChatGPT: Is XRP Doomed to Fall Below $1 After the CLARITY Act Delay?
XRP already dipped after the news went viral, but is the actual impact coming next?
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/9/2026, 4:04:58 AM
China unveils broad trade countermeasures ahead of Xi’s US visit
China's trade countermeasures may strain U.S.-China relations, potentially affecting diplomatic engagements and economic cooperation. The post China unveils broad trade countermeasures ahead of Xi’s US visit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 4:03:19 AM
Grayscale’s Zach Pandl says Crypto Clarity Act unlikely to pass this year
The delay in passing the Crypto Clarity Act underscores ongoing regulatory uncertainty, potentially stifling innovation and market growth. The post Grayscale’s Zach Pandl says Crypto Clarity Act unlikely to pass this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 4:00:58 AM
Manchester City undergoes cultural shift under new manager Enzo Maresca
Maresca's leadership style may redefine team dynamics, potentially impacting Manchester City's cohesion and long-term success trajectory. The post Manchester City undergoes cultural shift under new manager Enzo Maresca appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:56:35 AM
67 Investors Paid $10M for NFT Tokens That Launched Worthless
Federal prosecutors say Few and Far founder Taj Tarsha raised more than $10 million from 67 investors, then allegedly spent investor money on gambling, crypto, and personal expenses. The NFT project’s FAR token later plunged more than 99%. Founder Indicted Over $10 Million NFT Marketplace Raise The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Aug. 5...
By Kevin Helms 8/9/2026, 3:30:36 AM
China’s monthly inflation cools to 0.5% as Iran war impact eases
China's cooling inflation allows for continued monetary easing, but persistent weak demand and low consumer spending pose economic challenges. The post China’s monthly inflation cools to 0.5% as Iran war impact eases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:20:50 AM
XRP Highly Likely to Retest $1 This August: Kalshi
Kalshi traders bet heavily on the chances of XRP falling back to its multi-month low around $1 as it struggles to recover from the prolonged volatility seen recently.
By Caroline Amosun 8/9/2026, 3:00:01 AM
China PPI jumps 3.5% year over year in July, says National Bureau of Statistics
Rising PPI in China signals potential global supply chain cost pressures, impacting competitiveness and pricing strategies across industries. The post China PPI jumps 3.5% year over year in July, says National Bureau of Statistics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 2:49:52 AM
SK Hynix employee sentenced to 18 months for leaking chip technology to Chinese firm
The case underscores the critical intersection of corporate security and national security, highlighting the geopolitical tensions in tech industries. The post SK Hynix employee sentenced to 18 months for leaking chip technology to Chinese firm appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 2:34:46 AM
China’s producer inflation eases in July, falls below expectations
China's easing producer inflation may pressure industrial margins and complicate monetary policy, highlighting fragile domestic demand. The post China’s producer inflation eases in July, falls below expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:56:09 AM
Romelu Lukaku agrees to join Fenerbahçe, transfer fee talks ongoing
Lukaku's potential move to Fenerbahe highlights the complexities of modern football transfers, impacting club finances and player career paths. The post Romelu Lukaku agrees to join Fenerbahçe, transfer fee talks ongoing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:54:12 AM
Ripple Says EU Crypto Expansion Is Ready to Scale After MiCA Win
Ripple says the regulatory groundwork for its European crypto business is now in place, shifting its focus from winning approvals to scaling. The push follows full MiCA authorization as Europe tightens rules for crypto service providers. Ripple Declares Europe Ready for Its Next Phase Ripple said in an Aug. 5, 2026, insight that the regulatory […]
By Kevin Helms 8/9/2026, 1:30:40 AM
Whale opens 20x long on 500K SOL worth $23M
This high-stakes leverage bet on SOL could amplify market volatility, influencing both bullish and bearish sentiments in the crypto space. The post Whale opens 20x long on 500K SOL worth $23M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 1:23:27 AM
Ukrainian drone detonates near vital gas pipeline in Bulgaria, exposing NATO air defense gaps
The incident underscores NATO's vulnerability to low-altitude threats, prompting urgent discussions on enhancing air defense systems. The post Ukrainian drone detonates near vital gas pipeline in Bulgaria, exposing NATO air defense gaps appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 12:54:25 AM
Bitcoin’s Splintered BIP-110 Fork Falls Behind by 18 Blocks
At 7:56 p.m. EDT on Saturday, Following Bitcoin’s chain split at block height 961632, BIP-110-aligned mining pool Roughnecks managed to squeeze out a second block at height 961633, while the main chain has already left it in the dust at 961651. After two years of bitter bickering, Bitcoin has blown past the BIP-110 signaling line […]
By Jamie Redman 8/9/2026, 12:45:08 AM
GMGN overtakes Axiom Exchange in 24-hour revenue as memecoin trading wars heat up
The memecoin trading surge highlights the volatile yet lucrative nature of digital asset markets, challenging traditional DeFi revenue models. The post GMGN overtakes Axiom Exchange in 24-hour revenue as memecoin trading wars heat up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 12:43:54 AM
Tron adds $2B in stablecoins in July, pushing total supply past $91B
Tron's stablecoin growth highlights its dominance in low-cost transactions, but reliance on USDT poses risks amid evolving stablecoin competition. The post Tron adds $2B in stablecoins in July, pushing total supply past $91B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 12:26:46 AM
South Korea’s stock market turmoil may be easing after historic selloff
The regulatory changes may stabilize the market but could dampen retail investor enthusiasm, impacting long-term market dynamics in South Korea. The post South Korea’s stock market turmoil may be easing after historic selloff appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 12:25:32 AM
Shiba Inu Indicator Confirms Key Signal, $0.000005 Incoming?
$0.000005 level becomes an important price area for traders watching SHIB's next move.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 8/9/2026, 12:05:01 AM
Warren Buffett and Greg Abel’s $366B cash pile sends a pointed message to Wall Street
Berkshire's cash reserve strategy highlights caution in overvalued markets, signaling potential shifts in investment trends and market valuations. The post Warren Buffett and Greg Abel’s $366B cash pile sends a pointed message to Wall Street appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/8/2026, 11:56:46 PM
Michael Saylor Identifies the Next Billion-Dollar Finance Opportunity
Michael Saylor has identified what he believes could become the next billion-dollar opportunity in finance. The Strategy executive chairman advised entrepreneurs and investors to examine an emerging market that could reshape how companies and investors access capital. Saylor Points Investors Toward a Billion-Dollar Finance Opportunity Strategy...
By Kevin Helms 8/8/2026, 11:50:37 PM
Major XRP Ledger Upgrade Targets Institutional Adoption But There’s a Catch
The update introduces privacy and institutional-focused features designed to make the network more attractive for tokenized financial assets.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/8/2026, 11:49:10 PM
US military attacks Iran amid warnings over weapons stockpiles running dangerously low
The US's depleted missile stockpiles highlight vulnerabilities in defense production, potentially impacting global military readiness and strategy. The post US military attacks Iran amid warnings over weapons stockpiles running dangerously low appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/8/2026, 11:35:02 PM
US claims destruction of Iran’s nuclear program amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Escalating U.S. rhetoric may hinder diplomatic efforts, affecting global shipping and regional stability amid ongoing Strait of Hormuz tensions. The post US claims destruction of Iran’s nuclear program amid Strait of Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/8/2026, 11:30:03 PM
Turkey calls new defense pact with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia equivalent to NATO’s Article 5
The pact could reshape regional power dynamics, potentially altering alliances and security strategies in the Middle East and beyond. The post Turkey calls new defense pact with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia equivalent to NATO’s Article 5 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/8/2026, 11:09:27 PM
CLARITY Act Heads Toward Sept. 15 Senate Vote as Crypto Bill Advances
The U.S. Senate is positioning the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act for a potential Sept. 15 procedural vote, moving the major crypto market structure bill closer to floor consideration. CLARITY Act Faces Sept. 15 Senate Procedural Test Digital asset legislation will return to the center of the Senate agenda as lawmakers prepare for a key […]
By Kevin Helms 8/8/2026, 11:05:06 PM
Iran issues demands for US in Strait of Hormuz talks, complicating negotiations
Iran's demands in Hormuz talks heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global energy markets and reducing confidence in a swift resolution. The post Iran issues demands for US in Strait of Hormuz talks, complicating negotiations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/8/2026, 10:56:16 PM
Israel prepares for conflict with Iran without US backing
Israel's independent military stance may destabilize regional dynamics, complicate diplomatic efforts, and influence global market expectations. The post Israel prepares for conflict with Iran without US backing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/8/2026, 10:40:03 PM
China adds 20 tonnes of gold in July, largest purchase since 2023
China's gold accumulation strategy may drive global gold prices up, reflecting economic caution and impacting global financial markets. The post China adds 20 tonnes of gold in July, largest purchase since 2023 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/8/2026, 10:36:55 PM
Ethereum Whale Capitulates After 3 Years, Losses Top $19 Million
An ethereum whale who bought in during 2022 and 2023 capitulated on August 8, selling at a loss now exceeding $19 million, the same day a separate fresh wallet received $87.28 million in bitcoin from Galaxy Digital. Three Years, One Capitulation Onchain sleuths flagged the exit, tracking a wallet that had held its Ethereum position […]
By Shiraz Jagati 8/8/2026, 10:29:00 PM
Crypto Weekly: ADA and Privacy Coins Outperform While XRP Slides
The aggregate crypto market cap rose from under $2.2 trillion to $2.9 trillion during the first week of August 2026. Bitcoin gained over 3% to peak above $65,300, pushing its market cap past $1.3 trillion while Cardano logged a second week of double-digit gains. Bitcoin Reclaims $65,000 Despite CLARITY Act Setback The first week of […]
By Terence Zimwara 8/8/2026, 9:46:40 PM
Abdul El-Sayed trails Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race polls
The mixed polling and SAVE Act concerns could shift voter sentiment, impacting Democratic prospects in the Michigan Senate race. The post Abdul El-Sayed trails Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race polls appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/8/2026, 9:27:22 PM
Bitcoin’s BIP-110 enters mandatory signaling with miner support below 3%
The deployment milestone tests whether enforcing nodes can sustain the change amid limited miner signaling and discussion of a hard-fork fallback.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/8/2026, 9:17:08 PM
Texas governor freezes data center rollout amid ERCOT power strain
The freeze on data center projects highlights the urgent need for sustainable energy solutions to balance technological growth with grid stability. The post Texas governor freezes data center rollout amid ERCOT power strain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/8/2026, 9:08:10 PM
Endrick emerges as Manchester United transfer option as Real Madrid loan talks surface
Endrick's potential move to the Premier League highlights the challenges young talents face in securing playing time at top clubs. The post Endrick emerges as Manchester United transfer option as Real Madrid loan talks surface appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/8/2026, 9:08:03 PM
Crypto spot volume drops to $15B as liquidity thins across exchanges
The thinning liquidity and concentration of trading on few exchanges heighten systemic risks, potentially destabilizing the crypto market. The post Crypto spot volume drops to $15B as liquidity thins across exchanges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/8/2026, 9:06:29 PM
Scammers Pose as EU Regulators to Target Crypto Users Displaced by MiCA Deadline
Impersionation frauds are increasing in number and potential danger.
By Jose Oramas 8/8/2026, 9:06:05 PM
Trump revives threat to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook
Trump's actions could set a precedent for future presidents to challenge Fed independence, potentially politicizing monetary policy decisions. The post Trump revives threat to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/8/2026, 9:05:22 PM
Democrats block Crypto Clarity Act vote before summer recess
The legislative delay highlights ongoing partisan divides, potentially stalling regulatory clarity for digital assets and affecting market stability. The post Democrats block Crypto Clarity Act vote before summer recess appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/8/2026, 8:58:07 PM
BIP-110 Splits Bitcoin as Rival Miners Clash at Block 961632
Onchain data confirms the BIP-110 activation period is live, and Bitcoin’s blockchain has fractured into two versions. Stats show Bitcoin block 961632 was mined by mining heavyweight Antpool, while BIP-110 supporter Roughnecks produced a rival version of block 961632. Rival Miners Split Bitcoin at Block 961632 Several monitoring sites, including...
By Jamie Redman 8/8/2026, 8:58:03 PM