US and Houthis open talks as Saudi oil crisis deepens
The US-Houthi talks may signal a shift towards diplomacy, potentially easing Middle East tensions and stabilizing global oil markets. The post US and Houthis open talks as Saudi oil crisis deepens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/17/2026, 8:02:42 PM
CLARITY Act setback may delay US crypto launches: Experts
The Senate’s 50-49 failure to advance the CLARITY Act has left crypto firms without a federal market structure framework and could delay product launches, funding decisions, and commercial agreements, according to three industry experts. CLARITY Act failure leaves jurisdiction questions…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/17/2026, 7:56:27 PM
Netanyahu aims to topple Iranian regime amid rising tensions
Netanyahu's stance could intensify regional instability, affecting geopolitical alliances and potentially delaying military withdrawals. The post Netanyahu aims to topple Iranian regime amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/17/2026, 7:54:28 PM
‘God Access’ Recycled in Another Lawsuit Against BitMEX
Just days before its closure, one of the oldest crypto exchanges, BitMEX, was hit with another lawsuit that repeats the same “God Access” theme. This time, it’s related to the collapsed crypto giant Celsius and is filled with accusations based “on information and belief.” In short, on Sept. 12, Blockchain Recovery Investment Consortium (BRIC), a...
By Linas Kmieliauskas 9/17/2026, 7:54:27 PM
US gas stations face diesel shortages as prices hit record highs
Diesel shortages may drive crude oil prices up, impacting global markets and economic stability, with geopolitical factors playing a key role. The post US gas stations face diesel shortages as prices hit record highs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/17/2026, 7:49:06 PM
OpenAI hires SpaceX’s Brian McCarthy as VP of worldwide sales
OpenAI's strategic hire signals a strong push for enterprise growth and global expansion, potentially boosting its market valuation significantly. The post OpenAI hires SpaceX’s Brian McCarthy as VP of worldwide sales appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/17/2026, 7:44:55 PM
Optimism just approved the upgrade its Superchain needs before interoperability can go live
Operators must update fault-proof services and withdrawal tooling before a targeted cutover, while users need no action. The post Optimism just approved the upgrade its Superchain needs before interoperability can go live appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/17/2026, 7:40:13 PM
Coinbase tokenized stocks gain traction in DeFi with 7.5M deposit on Base platform
The integration of tokenized stocks into DeFi on Base could accelerate financial innovation and influence future token launch strategies. The post Coinbase tokenized stocks gain traction in DeFi with 7.5M deposit on Base platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/17/2026, 7:40:01 PM
Aurora Intents adds one-signature execution on Sui
Aurora Intents has added Sui as a destination for one-signature cross-chain transactions, extending access to a solver network that Aurora Labs says has routed more than $30 billion. In a Sep. 17 press release shared with crypto.news, Aurora Labs said…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/17/2026, 7:38:31 PM
XRP Holders Turn to XRPPower to Explore AI-Powered Automated Trading Solutions
As artificial intelligence continues to develop, the technology is becoming increasingly connected to the digital asset industry. For XRP holders, the focus is no longer limited to monitoring market prices. More users are exploring how automation and intelligent data analysis can support new approaches to digital asset management. AI and Automated...
By Sponsored Content 9/17/2026, 7:31:15 PM
CFTC expands regulatory relief for passive trading software providers
The US regulator’s move could make it easier for crypto wallets and other apps to offer access to regulated derivatives and prediction markets without registering as introducing brokers.
By Nate Kostar 9/17/2026, 7:30:48 PM
New York Wellness Executive Accused of Diverting $2,500,000 From Investor, Spending Cash on Lavish Lifestyle
Federal prosecutors say a wellness startup executive engaged in wire fraud by redirecting millions of dollars from an investor to personal expenses and overseas accounts. The DOJ says Wanja Oberhof, a German national who co-founded The Healing Company, convinced a businessman to send $2.5 million by falsely promising the funds would largely retire...
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/17/2026, 7:27:12 PM
Hollywood AI video editing becomes fal’s fastest-growing segment
AI-driven video editing's rapid growth in Hollywood could revolutionize production efficiency, democratizing access to high-quality visual effects. The post Hollywood AI video editing becomes fal’s fastest-growing segment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 7:25:07 PM
Bitcoin ETFs Could Triple Gold Counterparts as Asset Matures: Expert
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin ETFs Could Triple Gold Counterparts as Asset Matures: Expert Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas said the younger generation could be drawn to bitcoin. This post Bitcoin ETFs Could Triple Gold Counterparts as Asset Matures: Expert first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 9/17/2026, 7:24:01 PM
Iran drone strikes destroy AWS data centers, causing permanent data loss
The incident highlights vulnerabilities in global cloud infrastructure, emphasizing the need for robust data backup strategies amid geopolitical tensions. The post Iran drone strikes destroy AWS data centers, causing permanent data loss appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/17/2026, 7:23:30 PM
Zcash (ZEC) Soars to a Fresh 10-Year Peak: Further Gains Ahead or Time to Cool Off?
"The real scary thing is, if this runs for $2k it could go straight to 6…," one analyst suggested.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 9/17/2026, 7:22:16 PM
Bournemouth scores first European goal, leads 1-0 against Real Sociedad
Bournemouth's European debut marks a significant milestone, showcasing their remarkable rise and potential for future success. The post Bournemouth scores first European goal, leads 1-0 against Real Sociedad appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 7:20:40 PM
US airlines cut flights amid high fuel costs this year: CNN
Airlines' flight reductions due to high fuel costs may signal broader economic impacts, including potential crude oil price surges and supply issues. The post US airlines cut flights amid high fuel costs this year: CNN appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/17/2026, 7:20:08 PM
AI agents could squeeze L1 block space, Avalanche CEO says
Avalanche Treasury Co. CEO Bart Smith has warned that AI agents could strain Layer 1 block space as automated financial activity moves onchain and traditional markets adopt longer trading hours. AI agents could test available block space The Block reported…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/17/2026, 7:19:52 PM
XRP Ledger Hub Gets Mysteriously More Stable, Ripple CTO Emeritus Notes
Ripple's David Schwartz has spotted a mysterious improvement in his XRP Ledger hub.
By Alex Dovbnya 9/17/2026, 7:19:31 PM
Coinbase Exchange activates full trading for BLUECHIP-USD pair
Coinbase's listing of BLUECHIP-USD could enhance the token's liquidity and visibility, potentially influencing the broader memecoin market dynamics. The post Coinbase Exchange activates full trading for BLUECHIP-USD pair appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 7:17:44 PM
Illinois Woman Admits to $4,600,000 IRS Refund Fraud: DOJ
A federal judge has sentenced an Illinois woman to 27 months in prison for seeking millions in fraudulent tax refunds from the IRS. Monika Skinger pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and was ordered to serve three years of supervised release and pay $303,672.44 in restitution, says the U.S. Attorney’s […] The post...
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/17/2026, 7:13:59 PM
StablecoinX ENA lock-up ends permanently on Oct. 5
StablecoinX has secured a permanent waiver ending the 48-month lock-up on its ENA holdings from Oct. 5, 2026, while leaving separate controls on token sales in place. StablecoinX ENA restrictions will end on Oct. 5 StablecoinX said in a Sep.…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/17/2026, 7:08:43 PM
Pentagon reports tenfold rise in cybersecurity vulnerabilities due to AI
AI's role in escalating cybersecurity threats highlights the urgent need for robust digital infrastructure and proactive defense strategies. The post Pentagon reports tenfold rise in cybersecurity vulnerabilities due to AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 7:05:04 PM
CFTC Gives Crypto Wallet Developers a New Regulatory Escape Hatch
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) just opened a regulatory side door for software developers, allowing some to market derivatives, collect trading fees and avoid registering as brokers. The agency’s Market Participants Division extended conditional no-action relief to providers of “passive software” on Sept. 17, taking a...
By Jamie Redman 9/17/2026, 7:01:27 PM
Manchester City seeks opener against Norwich City in Carabao Cup clash
Manchester City's strategic squad rotation in the Carabao Cup highlights the club's depth and focus on developing new talent for future success. The post Manchester City seeks opener against Norwich City in Carabao Cup clash appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:58:56 PM
Nigerian National Arrested in Massachusetts, Accused of Illegal Voting in 2022 Midterms
Federal prosecutors have arrested a Nigerian national accused of casting ballots in U.S. elections without ever becoming a citizen. Gladys Adaeze Okafor, 56, of Lynn was taken into custody on September 16, 2026, and charged with unlawfully voting as an illegal immigrant, says the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts. Born in...
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/17/2026, 6:58:22 PM
Fal accelerates MiniMax’s open source video model 35x faster without quality loss
Fal's advancements in video model speed and efficiency could revolutionize real-time content creation, enhancing interactive media experiences. The post Fal accelerates MiniMax’s open source video model 35x faster without quality loss appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:51:43 PM
Intercepta extends compliance tools to Canton Network’s unique architecture
Intercepta's integration with Canton Network enhances privacy-focused compliance, potentially reshaping institutional blockchain adoption strategies. The post Intercepta extends compliance tools to Canton Network’s unique architecture appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:50:09 PM
Tether loses 251,350 Ethereum-based USDT wallets in 11 days
The decline in Ethereum-based USDT wallets may signal market shifts, potential consolidation, or migration to other blockchains, impacting liquidity. The post Tether loses 251,350 Ethereum-based USDT wallets in 11 days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:49:27 PM
Senator Martin Heinrich blocks bipartisan bill to shield consumers from data center energy costs
Heinrich's block highlights the need for stronger federal oversight to ensure equitable energy cost distribution amid rising data center demands. The post Senator Martin Heinrich blocks bipartisan bill to shield consumers from data center energy costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:45:20 PM
SEC, CFTC and FDIC accelerate U.S. crypto adoption amid CLARITY Act delays
Although the CLARITY Act – a proposed legislation in the United States aimed at regulating the cryptocurrency industry – stalled … Continue reading The post SEC, CFTC and FDIC accelerate U.S. crypto adoption amid CLARITY Act delays appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 9/17/2026, 6:44:40 PM
Ducat integrates with TRON to enhance USDT settlement options for Bitcoin-backed dollar tokens
Ducat's integration with TRON could significantly boost Bitcoin-backed stablecoin adoption, enhancing liquidity and stability in emerging markets. The post Ducat integrates with TRON to enhance USDT settlement options for Bitcoin-backed dollar tokens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:44:33 PM
Anthropic launches Claude Code Projects for persistent developer coordination
Claude Code Projects' launch signifies a shift towards AI-driven project management, enhancing workflow integration but raising resource concerns. The post Anthropic launches Claude Code Projects for persistent developer coordination appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:43:58 PM
Connecticut Ransomware Attacks May Have Exposed Data of More Than 12,600 Residents: Report
Ransomware incidents in New Britain and Meriden may have exposed personal data of more than 12,600 Connecticut residents, according to state breach notices reported by CT Examiner. The post Connecticut Ransomware Attacks May Have Exposed Data of More Than 12,600 Residents: Report appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/17/2026, 6:42:28 PM
Anthropic adopts Google’s SynthID-Text watermarking for all Claude models
Anthropic's adoption of watermarking could set a global standard for AI transparency, influencing regulatory practices and industry norms. The post Anthropic adopts Google’s SynthID-Text watermarking for all Claude models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:42:22 PM
SEC Opens Onchain Stock Trading, but Existing Tokens May Not Qualify
The SEC has granted temporary exemptions allowing onchain trading in tokenised US stocks. But at least two prominent existing products - xStocks and Binance bStocks - may not qualify in their current form. The SEC’s eligibility test focuses on the rights attached to each token. Under the new regime, tokenised stock holders must receive the same...
By Tanya Chepkova 9/17/2026, 6:42:14 PM
Stellar activates Protocol 28 as network hits record throughput and RWA value climbs
The opt-in Soroban tools also ease data migrations, while raw-ledger systems must handle a new empty-ledger value. The post Stellar activates Protocol 28 as network hits record throughput and RWA value climbs appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/17/2026, 6:40:46 PM
Kevin O’Leary says Congress will revisit CLARITY early next year as crypto tax bill advances
The Shark Tank investor says Congress will face pressure to revive crypto market structure legislation as it moves to establish tax rules for digital assets.
By Helene Braun 9/17/2026, 6:40:38 PM
SEC opens door to tokenized U.S. stock trading. Here’s who could benefit
The five-year experiment gives DeFi-style trading venues, tokenization firms and liquidity providers a new U.S. pathway while leaving synthetic stock tokens outside the framework.
By Krisztian Sandor 9/17/2026, 6:38:10 PM
Trump says AI needs only one guardrail: a strong, smart president
The consolidation of AI oversight under presidential control could centralize power, impacting regulatory independence and global competitiveness. The post Trump says AI needs only one guardrail: a strong, smart president appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:35:20 PM
Bloxtel brings private 5G infrastructure onchain with Avalanche
Bloxtel's integration of private 5G with blockchain could revolutionize network security, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in enterprise settings. The post Bloxtel brings private 5G infrastructure onchain with Avalanche appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:35:09 PM
Coinbase partners with Stablecore to integrate crypto services in US banks
This partnership could accelerate crypto adoption in traditional finance, potentially boosting market confidence and Ethereum's valuation. The post Coinbase partners with Stablecore to integrate crypto services in US banks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/17/2026, 6:34:51 PM
AI crypto tokens rally as King Charles hosts tech leaders
AI-linked crypto tokens have added about 9.4% in market value over the past 24 hours as King Charles III has hosted executives from Nvidia, OpenAI, Anthropic and Google DeepMind for talks on artificial intelligence safety. According to CoinGecko data, the…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/17/2026, 6:34:19 PM
JPMorgan says Bitcoin has more upside than gold, and short sellers are the reason
Bitcoin's potential surge, driven by ETF dynamics and short interest, could reshape investment strategies and challenge traditional safe havens. The post JPMorgan says Bitcoin has more upside than gold, and short sellers are the reason appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:33:59 PM
OpenAI staff recognized AI’s existential threat to publishers, New York Times claims in ongoing lawsuit
The lawsuit could reshape AI industry norms, compelling companies to secure content licenses, impacting the economics of AI training. The post OpenAI staff recognized AI’s existential threat to publishers, New York Times claims in ongoing lawsuit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:30:16 PM
Private credit defaults vary significantly by reporting source, creating a transparency problem for investors
Investor confidence in private credit is undermined by inconsistent default reporting, complicating risk assessment and portfolio decisions. The post Private credit defaults vary significantly by reporting source, creating a transparency problem for investors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:29:12 PM
CFTC grants broker registration relief to crypto developers
The CFTC has granted conditional broker-registration relief to passive software providers under a no-action position that sets 10 requirements for developers offering tools connected to regulated derivatives trading. CFTC relief covers passive derivatives software The CFTC’s Market Participants Division said…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/17/2026, 6:15:48 PM
Zcash climbs 18% in 24 hours as governance vote and Grayscale inflows fuel rally past $1,500
Zcash's surge highlights the impact of governance decisions and institutional interest on cryptocurrency market dynamics and investor confidence. The post Zcash climbs 18% in 24 hours as governance vote and Grayscale inflows fuel rally past $1,500 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/17/2026, 6:12:49 PM
JUSTICE Skyrockets While Bitcoiners Cheer Return of Julian Assange
The native token of AssangeDAO, JUSTICE, jumped fourfold in a couple of hours amid low trading volume as Wikileaks founder Julian Assange returned to X after two years of silence, prompting welcome messages from bitcoiners. “I’m back,” Assange posted on X on Thursday, sharing a post by Wikileaks with his picture and fueling the JUSTICE […]
By Linas Kmieliauskas 9/17/2026, 6:12:32 PM