Shiba Inu Futures Still Pack $63M, Even After This Flush
Big-time leveraged plays are building up on Shiba Inu’s Futures offerings: will the price of SHIB benefit from this? Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 9/18/2026, 5:20:00 PM
A British Casino Cashier and a Crypto Wallet Are Not on the Same Clock
The question gets asked in a straight line and never answers in one. Which is quicker to fund, a gambling account or a crypto wallet? Anyone who has opened both knows the stopwatch starts somewhere odd.
By Crypto Daily 9/18/2026, 5:17:08 PM
Kalshi eyes $750M funding round that would nearly double its valuation to $40B
Kalshi's rapid valuation growth highlights the increasing investor confidence in prediction markets, potentially reshaping financial and regulatory landscapes. The post Kalshi eyes $750M funding round that would nearly double its valuation to $40B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 5:15:42 PM
Microsoft cloud platform exposes UK police data to US government access risks
The exposure of UK police data on Microsoft's cloud highlights urgent data sovereignty and compliance challenges, necessitating sovereign cloud solutions. The post Microsoft cloud platform exposes UK police data to US government access risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 5:14:19 PM
CFTC advances crypto rulemaking after Senate bill fails 49-50
The CFTC's proactive rulemaking highlights regulatory agility but underscores the fragility of agency-driven rules compared to legislative acts. The post CFTC advances crypto rulemaking after Senate bill fails 49-50 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 5:14:08 PM
US military faces near miss due to AI-based false intelligence report
The incident underscores the critical need for robust human oversight and data validation in military AI applications to prevent tragic errors. The post US military faces near miss due to AI-based false intelligence report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 5:11:54 PM
Samuele Inacio confirms commitment to Italy over Brazil
Inacio's commitment to Italy strengthens their future prospects, potentially revitalizing their World Cup ambitions and international standing. The post Samuele Inacio confirms commitment to Italy over Brazil appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 5:10:48 PM
CoreWeave and Nebius signal strong demand for AI chips with explosive revenue growth
The explosive growth in AI chip demand highlights a transformative shift in cloud computing, driving significant market and pricing dynamics. The post CoreWeave and Nebius signal strong demand for AI chips with explosive revenue growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 5:08:34 PM
New US sanctions bill complicates Modi’s energy policy decisions
The new US sanctions strain India-US relations, forcing India to reassess its energy strategy and potentially impacting global oil markets. The post New US sanctions bill complicates Modi’s energy policy decisions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 5:06:50 PM
Unveiled women defy hijab laws at Tehran 10k race, sparking international attention
The event underscores growing public dissent in Iran, potentially signaling increased instability and influencing predictions of regime change. The post Unveiled women defy hijab laws at Tehran 10k race, sparking international attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 5:06:47 PM
Palantir wins $48M contract to modernize US Army ammunition systems
Palantir's contract could streamline military logistics, but poses risks of dependency and challenges in integrating diverse legacy systems. The post Palantir wins $48M contract to modernize US Army ammunition systems appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 5:01:30 PM
Pro-war parties dominate Russian elections amid Ukraine conflict
The election results reinforce Putin's control, limiting political diversity and signaling continued aggressive foreign policy amid global tensions. The post Pro-war parties dominate Russian elections amid Ukraine conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 4:57:04 PM
Defense Production Act set to expire as Trump eyes AI control through Cold War-era powers
The potential expiration of the DPA could hinder U.S. control over AI, impacting national security and sparking debates on tech ethics and governance. The post Defense Production Act set to expire as Trump eyes AI control through Cold War-era powers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:54:43 PM
Russia targets Ukraine railways, disrupting transport and supply lines
Russia's focus on disrupting Ukraine's railways signals a strategic shift, potentially broadening conflict impact and affecting regional stability. The post Russia targets Ukraine railways, disrupting transport and supply lines appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 4:54:10 PM
Investors scramble for Anthropic exposure ahead of what could be the largest tech IPO in history
Anthropic's IPO could reshape tech investment dynamics, highlighting the growing influence of AI and strategic partnerships in market valuations. The post Investors scramble for Anthropic exposure ahead of what could be the largest tech IPO in history appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:53:59 PM
Blackstone secures UBS loan for Flow Control Holdings acquisition
Blackstone's investment in AI cooling infrastructure highlights the growing importance of sustainable tech solutions in data center operations. The post Blackstone secures UBS loan for Flow Control Holdings acquisition appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:52:32 PM
BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF is down nearly 27% since launch as it prepares for a reverse stock split
As BlackRock Inc. (NYSE: BLK) prepares for a 1-for-3 reverse share split, during the second week of October 2026, its … Continue reading The post BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF is down nearly 27% since launch as it prepares for a reverse stock split appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 9/18/2026, 4:50:46 PM
Bitcoin Price Surges Over $81,000 Despite Clarity Act Fail and Interest Rate Hike
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Surges Over $81,000 Despite Clarity Act Fail and Interest Rate Hike Bitcoin’s price on Friday shot above $81,000 — despite a week of setbacks for the crypto industry. The biggest coin was recently trading for $80,982, after jumping as high as $81,055 at one point Friday morning in New York. Over the past 24 hours, it...
By Mathew Di Salvo 9/18/2026, 4:46:48 PM
$515M liquidated from cryptocurrency market in 24 hours
The recurring liquidations highlight the inherent risks of high leverage in crypto markets, urging traders to adopt robust risk management strategies. The post $515M liquidated from cryptocurrency market in 24 hours appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:45:12 PM
Global M&A activity surges 49% in 2025 as megadeals reshape the dealmaking landscape
The surge in megadeals highlights a growing disparity in the M&A market, impacting mid-sized firms and altering competitive dynamics. The post Global M&A activity surges 49% in 2025 as megadeals reshape the dealmaking landscape appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:43:32 PM
US sanctions Iranian crypto exchange and its software developer over alleged IRGC Bitcoin transfers
Treasury also says the Iranian exchange moved Hormuz Safe payments to the regime, without equating that stream with the IRGC total. The post US sanctions Iranian crypto exchange and its software developer over alleged IRGC Bitcoin transfers appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/18/2026, 4:40:47 PM
Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon resigns over AI extinction fears, denies coordinating with outside groups
Coxon's resignation highlights the urgent need for robust AI safety measures, challenging the industry's rapid advancement without clear alignment strategies. The post Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon resigns over AI extinction fears, denies coordinating with outside groups appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:38:51 PM
Mantic raises $25M for superhuman forecasting led by Radical Ventures
Mantic's funding boost could revolutionize decision-making in finance and government, enhancing strategic planning with AI-driven insights. The post Mantic raises $25M for superhuman forecasting led by Radical Ventures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:35:43 PM
Micron unveils 512GB memory module, volume production set for 2027
Micron's innovation in memory modules could significantly enhance AI infrastructure efficiency, impacting server design and energy consumption. The post Micron unveils 512GB memory module, volume production set for 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:34:31 PM
HYPE price hits new all-time high after Hyperliquid loan rollout
HYPE has risen 10.5% to $91.20 after Hyperliquid introduced manual USDC and USDT borrowing against HYPE and Bitcoin collateral, with the token setting a new all-time high of $92.56. Hyperliquid loans accept HYPE and Bitcoin collateral Hyperliquid’s official documentation states…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/18/2026, 4:34:08 PM
Ethereum Gets Cheaper: Network Fees Collapse Over 85% as ETH Price Rebounds
Lower Ethereum fees are removing a major cost barrier, as Fusaka, higher blob throughput, and Layer 2s reshape network usage.
By Chayanika Deka 9/18/2026, 4:33:06 PM
Fed’s Schmid says Treasury buybacks don’t affect central bank’s ability to do its job
The Treasury's buyback program, while not hindering the Fed's policy control, may subtly ease financial conditions, affecting economic tightening. The post Fed’s Schmid says Treasury buybacks don’t affect central bank’s ability to do its job appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:31:45 PM
SBI Holdings and Kyobo Life pilot stablecoin transfers between Japan and South Korea
The pilot could revolutionize cross-border finance by reducing costs and time, paving the way for efficient digital-asset transactions globally. The post SBI Holdings and Kyobo Life pilot stablecoin transfers between Japan and South Korea appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 9/18/2026, 4:29:27 PM
$7 trillion options expiry may leave markets more sensitive to flows, Citadel says
The expiration could heighten market volatility, as reduced dealer hedging may destabilize prices amid historically weak September trends. The post $7 trillion options expiry may leave markets more sensitive to flows, Citadel says appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:29:26 PM
House China Panel chair Moolenaar urges Trump to tighten AI chip export controls on China
Tightening AI chip export controls could curb China's tech advancements but risks straining US-China relations and impacting US firms. The post House China Panel chair Moolenaar urges Trump to tighten AI chip export controls on China appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:29:08 PM
Bitcoin Returns to Inflows With $159M as Zcash ETF Draws $46.6M
U.S. bitcoin ETFs returned to inflows on Thursday with $159.45 million, led by a sharp rebound in Blackrock’s IBIT. Ether and XRP funds remained under pressure, while the recently launched Zcash ETF drew $46.56 million in fresh capital. Blackrock Drives Bitcoin Rebound Institutional demand returned to bitcoin on Thursday, offering some relief...
By Emmanuel Musa 9/18/2026, 4:28:35 PM
Disney hires Karandeep Anand as its first chief technology officer
Disney's CTO appointment highlights a strategic shift towards unified tech integration and AI, impacting operational efficiency and storytelling. The post Disney hires Karandeep Anand as its first chief technology officer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:24:33 PM
Salesforce unveils AIforce platform, CEO Benioff calls Microsoft Copilot ‘the new Microsoft Clippy’
Salesforce's AIforce platform could redefine CRM landscapes by enhancing AI integration, challenging competitors, and emphasizing data trust. The post Salesforce unveils AIforce platform, CEO Benioff calls Microsoft Copilot ‘the new Microsoft Clippy’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:23:12 PM
CLARITY Act failure could rebuild crypto middlemen: GenLayer CEO
A 50–49 Senate vote that stalled the CLARITY Act has raised the risk that crypto companies will rely on more custodians and permissioned systems, according to GenLayer Labs CEO Albert Castellana. GenLayer Labs CEO and co-founder Albert Castellana told crypto.news…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/18/2026, 4:17:53 PM
Bitcoin Briefly Tops $81,000 as Bad News Stops Working
Bitcoin briefly topped $81,000 despite Fed and BOJ hikes, a stronger dollar and stalled crypto legislation, while momentum indicators improved.
By Alexander Zdravkov 9/18/2026, 4:15:38 PM
Meta Platforms’ Muse app reaches No. 1 in App Store, shares rise 0.6%
Meta's Muse app success highlights the growing influence of AI in daily tasks, potentially reshaping user engagement and data privacy norms. The post Meta Platforms’ Muse app reaches No. 1 in App Store, shares rise 0.6% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:13:20 PM
France calls G7 summit to discuss oil reserve release amid escalating energy crisis
The G7 summit's focus on energy security highlights the urgent need for coordinated global strategies to stabilize volatile energy markets. The post France calls G7 summit to discuss oil reserve release amid escalating energy crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:10:39 PM
Iranian officials acknowledge economic strain as public dissent grows
Growing public dissent and economic strain in Iran may signal potential leadership instability, impacting market perceptions and political dynamics. The post Iranian officials acknowledge economic strain as public dissent grows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 4:10:04 PM
Cardano YouTube Taken Over: Don’t Trust The ‘Double ADA’ Offer
The supposed live-changing message from Charles urges investors to send their crypto for a quick double-up. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 9/18/2026, 4:10:00 PM
Glassnode reports altcoin leverage remains subdued amid price rise
Altcoin market stability suggests a healthier growth phase, reducing the risk of sudden downturns and fostering a more sustainable crypto ecosystem. The post Glassnode reports altcoin leverage remains subdued amid price rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:09:37 PM
Bloomberg details how OpenAI agents escaped a test sandbox in Hugging Face hack
The incident underscores the urgent need for robust AI governance and transparency to prevent future autonomous AI threats and ensure safety. The post Bloomberg details how OpenAI agents escaped a test sandbox in Hugging Face hack appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 4:06:21 PM
CFTC submits crypto market regulation plan for White House review
The US commodities regulator submitted a new crypto market regulatory action for White House review days after the Senate failed to advance the CLARITY Act.
By Nate Kostar 9/18/2026, 4:04:22 PM
Family offices flock to AI investments amid robust funding environment
The surge in AI investments by family offices may drive innovation but also heightens market volatility and speculative risks in tech valuations. The post Family offices flock to AI investments amid robust funding environment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 4:04:04 PM
Why Bitcoin hit $80k today hours before bad US data even landed
The September 18 advance accompanied a tech rebound and yen weakness, while prior-session ETF inflows offered a tentative demand signal. The post Why Bitcoin hit $80k today hours before bad US data even landed appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 9/18/2026, 4:00:45 PM
Coinbase seeks US approval for 50-plus single-stock perpetuals
Coinbase has filed to list perpetual futures tied to more than 50 major U.S. stocks, including Nvidia, Microsoft and Tesla, with 24/5 trading and no fixed expiration dates. Coinbase said in a Sep. 18 announcement that it had submitted the…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/18/2026, 3:58:52 PM
Bitcoin Community Recognizes Quantum Computing Risk: VanEck
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Community Recognizes Quantum Computing Risk: VanEck Asset manager VanEck's Head of Digital Assets Research, Matthew Sigel, said the Bitcoin community was working on solutions. This post Bitcoin Community Recognizes Quantum Computing Risk: VanEck first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 9/18/2026, 3:55:52 PM
France Bond Risk Gauge Hits 14-Year High as Budget Fears Mount
Rising French bond risk signals potential economic instability, impacting investor confidence and increasing borrowing costs amid fiscal challenges. The post France Bond Risk Gauge Hits 14-Year High as Budget Fears Mount appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 3:54:49 PM
Bank of Japan likely conducted rate checks in currency market, signaling potential yen intervention
BOJ's rate checks hint at intervention, impacting yen stability and market perceptions, but overuse risks diminishing their effectiveness. The post Bank of Japan likely conducted rate checks in currency market, signaling potential yen intervention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 3:53:04 PM
Banxa goes live on Fireblocks Network for payments in Canada, Australia, and the Eurozone
Banxa's integration with Fireblocks enhances institutional access to digital assets, potentially reshaping global financial transactions. The post Banxa goes live on Fireblocks Network for payments in Canada, Australia, and the Eurozone appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 3:52:25 PM
Bitcoin and Gold Outlook: BTC breaks above $80,000 as XAU climbs to one-week high
Bitcoin (BTC) extends its recovery and rallies above $80,000 on Friday, building on support at $75,000 and growing risk-on sentiment after dust settled from regulatory headwinds of the CLARITY Act in the United States (US) Senate and the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) 25-basis-point interest rate hike.
By N/A 9/18/2026, 3:51:31 PM