House opposes Iran conflict escalation ahead of midterms
The House's stance may shift U.S. foreign policy dynamics, affecting market perceptions and influencing future diplomatic negotiations. The post House opposes Iran conflict escalation ahead of midterms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/16/2026, 3:04:51 AM
Hong Kong’s data center ambitions face slow start amid funding challenges
Hong Kong's data center ambitions face uncertainty, as financing challenges and reliance on Chinese AI firms pose significant risks. The post Hong Kong’s data center ambitions face slow start amid funding challenges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 2:59:44 AM
Deloitte finds UK workers spend nearly £1B on AI for work
The rise in personal AI spending by UK workers highlights significant security risks for employers and untapped market potential for AI providers. The post Deloitte finds UK workers spend nearly £1B on AI for work appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 2:54:52 AM
Grayscale Makes XRP a Core Holding in New Crypto Model Portfolios
Grayscale has made its XRP ETF one of the largest allocations across its new crypto model portfolios for financial advisors. The XRP fund ranks second only to Grayscale’s ether ETF in the bitcoin-excluding Next Gen strategy and third behind its bitcoin and ether funds in the broader Leaders model. XRP Takes Top-Three Position in Grayscale’s […]
By Kevin Helms 9/16/2026, 2:30:11 AM
Crypto industry turns to US regulators after CLARITY setback
The CLARITY Act could still be revived after Senator Thom Tillis moved to reconsider the failed cloture vote, though industry executives are divided over whether Congress has enough time left.
By Felix Ng 9/16/2026, 2:24:07 AM
CLARITY fails to pass Senate, what happens next?
The US Senate on Tuesday blocked further consideration of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, with a procedural vote falling short of the 60 required YEA. The motion to advance the bill failed 49-50, with all 49 supporting votes coming from Republicans.
By N/A 9/16/2026, 2:16:26 AM
Senate fails to advance Clarity Act, leaving crypto’s $2.3 trillion industry in regulatory limbo
The Senate's inaction leaves the crypto industry in uncertainty, potentially stifling innovation and complicating future regulatory efforts. The post Senate fails to advance Clarity Act, leaving crypto’s $2.3 trillion industry in regulatory limbo appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 1:59:15 AM
Ripple’s university strategy is evolving from blockchain labs to XRP logos in packed stadiums
The 69-day rollout spans Kansas uniforms, Florida’s football field and Louisville basketball, but stops short of token adoption. The post Ripple’s university strategy is evolving from blockchain labs to XRP logos in packed stadiums appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/16/2026, 1:40:28 AM
Aave proposes Aave V4 loans against Bitcoin held with Anchorage
Aave's proposal could significantly enhance institutional participation in DeFi by offering secure, regulated collateral management, potentially increasing market stability. The post Aave proposes Aave V4 loans against Bitcoin held with Anchorage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 1:34:56 AM
SEC Chair Pushes Crypto Self-Custody in New Regulatory Framework
SEC Chair Paul Atkins has asked staff to develop a proposal allowing investment advisers to self-custody crypto assets under certain conditions. The plan would also permit state trust companies to serve as custodians for advisers and regulated funds. Atkins Wants Advisers to Self-Custody Crypto Assets Investment advisers could gain a clearer path...
By Kevin Helms 9/16/2026, 1:30:12 AM
CoinShares Reports $1.03B Weekly Digital Asset Inflows
CoinShares highlights $1.03B in digital asset inflows for the week, with Bitcoin leading at $790M, signaling strong institutional demand. (Read More)
By N/A 9/16/2026, 1:01:26 AM
Hundreds of tons of gold moved from NY Fed to Bank of England amid China buying spree
The gold transfer may signal shifting economic power dynamics, influencing global market stability and central bank strategies. The post Hundreds of tons of gold moved from NY Fed to Bank of England amid China buying spree appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/16/2026, 12:45:04 AM
Injective’s RWA perpetual markets generate $215M in volume over 30 days
Injective's growth in RWA perpetual markets highlights a shift towards 24/7 synthetic trading, challenging traditional market structures. The post Injective’s RWA perpetual markets generate $215M in volume over 30 days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/16/2026, 12:35:23 AM
XRP Branding Comes to Louisville Basketball in New Ripple Deal
Ripple has signed a multi-year partnership with the University of Louisville athletics program that will place XRP branding on the school’s basketball court. The XRP logo will appear permanently on Denny Crum Court at the KFC Yum! Center, where Louisville’s men’s and women’s basketball teams play home games. XRP Logo Gets Permanent Place on Denny...
By Kevin Helms 9/16/2026, 12:30:14 AM
Congress wants to make crypto easier to use and still collect $500 million more in taxes
H.R. 10357 would ease payments, fees and qualifying loans while widening loss-deferral and trader-accounting rules. The post Congress wants to make crypto easier to use and still collect $500 million more in taxes appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/16/2026, 12:20:34 AM
Anthropic cofounders join Forbes 400 with $93B wealth
Anthropic's rise signals intensified AI competition, potentially impacting OpenAI's IPO plans and reshaping investor dynamics in the sector. The post Anthropic cofounders join Forbes 400 with $93B wealth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/16/2026, 12:15:48 AM
US Treasury Secretary defends Trump policies, plans meeting with Chinese official
Bessent's actions may signal a thaw in U.S.-China tensions, potentially paving the way for enhanced diplomatic and economic cooperation. The post US Treasury Secretary defends Trump policies, plans meeting with Chinese official appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/16/2026, 12:13:33 AM
Zelenskyy accuses Putin of lying to Trump officials amid peace talks
Zelenskyy's claims highlight deep-seated mistrust, complicating peace efforts and prolonging geopolitical instability in Eastern Europe. The post Zelenskyy accuses Putin of lying to Trump officials amid peace talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/16/2026, 12:04:26 AM
Shiba Inu (SHIB), Hyperliquid (HYPE), Dogecoin (DOGE) and Monero (XMR) Price Analysis For September 16: Bears Take Upper Hand
SHIB, HYPE, DOGE and XMR are consolidating around crucial technical levels, with their next major moves likely to depend on whether current support zones survive.
By Arman Shirinyan 9/16/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Anthropic CEO sees untapped AI potential, Salesforce calls for more adoption support
The untapped AI potential and need for adoption support could drive significant economic growth and reshape business strategies globally. The post Anthropic CEO sees untapped AI potential, Salesforce calls for more adoption support appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 11:57:31 PM
Blinken emphasizes coexistence, hints at US policy shift on Israel-Palestine
Blinken's remarks may signal a U.S. policy shift, potentially influencing geopolitical dynamics and market optimism for Middle East peace. The post Blinken emphasizes coexistence, hints at US policy shift on Israel-Palestine appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 11:48:18 PM
Grayscale Sees US Crypto Policy Maturing Despite CLARITY Setback
Grayscale says the crypto industry is still making progress despite the Senate’s failure to advance the CLARITY Act to formal debate. The asset manager pointed to ongoing work at the SEC and CFTC while reaffirming its support for comprehensive digital asset rules. Grayscale Points to Regulatory Progress After Senate Vote Grayscale is looking...
By Kevin Helms 9/15/2026, 11:30:29 PM
US diesel prices hit record $6.27 amid Iran conflict, supply constraints
Rising diesel prices could exacerbate inflation, impacting freight costs and potentially driving crude oil to new highs amid geopolitical tensions. The post US diesel prices hit record $6.27 amid Iran conflict, supply constraints appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 11:11:22 PM
Tether, Binance and a $1.5 billion Iran oil network converge in new US forfeiture case
The September 14 complaint targets ten Tron addresses frozen in 2025 and outlines a planned transfer into FBI custody. The post Tether, Binance and a $1.5 billion Iran oil network converge in new US forfeiture case appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/15/2026, 11:00:36 PM
Germany operates secretive unit to expedite arms to Ukraine: RT
Germany's expedited arms support for Ukraine may shift conflict dynamics, influencing military strategies and market perceptions globally. The post Germany operates secretive unit to expedite arms to Ukraine: RT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 10:39:10 PM
Crypto industry’s effort to reshape US financial system stalls after bipartisan Senate opposition
The stalled crypto legislation highlights ongoing regulatory uncertainty, potentially hindering US competitiveness in the global digital asset market. The post Crypto industry’s effort to reshape US financial system stalls after bipartisan Senate opposition appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 10:27:58 PM
XRP Ledger Batch V1.1 Nears Activation After Security Rebuild
The bug could have let a malformed signer setup pass validation without requiring the private keys of every other account involved.
By Wayne Jones 9/15/2026, 10:24:22 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: ETH continues to attract capital despite impending rate hike and Clarity Act failure
Ethereum (ETH) declined to $2,400 on Tuesday after the Clarity Act failed to progress in the Senate. Despite that and the market's near certainty of an interest rate hike at the next Federal Reserve (Fed) meeting, the top altcoin has continued to attract fresh capital.
By N/A 9/15/2026, 10:06:28 PM
Ethiopia’s Bitcoin Mining Boom Just Ran Into a Water Problem
Ethiopia has cut electricity deliveries to bitcoin miners by 75%, leaving them with just 23% of contracted power after El Niño reduced reservoir inflows by roughly 20%. The twist is that miners had become one of Ethiopian Electric Power’s biggest customers, consuming roughly a third of its electricity and supplying about 35% of revenue. Now […]
By Jamie Redman 9/15/2026, 10:06:12 PM
SPAC Circle Acquisition reportedly files for $150M IPO targeting digital assets, tech, and healthcare
The SPAC market faces increased scrutiny and investor skepticism, highlighting the need for transparency and verified filings to ensure trust. The post SPAC Circle Acquisition reportedly files for $150M IPO targeting digital assets, tech, and healthcare appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 10:05:18 PM
Inside the last-minute political breakdown that doomed the Clarity Act vote
Last minute, behind-the-scenes disputes locked in a dismal showing for the market structure legislation the industry pinned its greatest hopes on.
By Jesse Hamilton 9/15/2026, 9:58:48 PM
CoinEx quits after 9 years as crypto trading activity concentrates at biggest exchanges
Trading rebounded in August, but the largest platforms kept an outsized grip on activity as CoinEx chose to exit. The post CoinEx quits after 9 years as crypto trading activity concentrates at biggest exchanges appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/15/2026, 9:55:12 PM
Michael Burry joins Minerva Investment Management as senior advisor
Burry's advisory role at Minerva could amplify market skepticism, potentially influencing broader investment strategies and risk assessments. The post Michael Burry joins Minerva Investment Management as senior advisor appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 9:52:58 PM
FirstFT: China tightens control of overseas travel
China's tightened travel controls may strain international relations and hinder diplomatic engagements, impacting global cooperation efforts. The post FirstFT: China tightens control of overseas travel appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 9:52:48 PM
Cipher Digital secures 3.2 GW of conditional ERCOT classifications across Texas projects
Cipher Digital's ERCOT approval could accelerate AI infrastructure growth, but curtailment risks may impact operational stability and revenue. The post Cipher Digital secures 3.2 GW of conditional ERCOT classifications across Texas projects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 9:52:13 PM
Bank of America analyst sees $3.2T semiconductor market by decade’s end
The projected semiconductor market growth underscores the pivotal role of AI infrastructure, driving innovation and economic shifts globally. The post Bank of America analyst sees $3.2T semiconductor market by decade’s end appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 9:47:24 PM
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joins state dinner for China’s Xi, eyeing $50B chip market
Nvidia's engagement with China could reshape global semiconductor dynamics, potentially easing US-China tech tensions and impacting market strategies. The post Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joins state dinner for China’s Xi, eyeing $50B chip market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 9:40:11 PM
Carlos Espí secures last-minute wins for Real Madrid against Espanyol and Elche
Carlos Esp's clutch performances highlight Real Madrid's reliance on late-game heroics, raising questions about their defensive stability. The post Carlos Espí secures last-minute wins for Real Madrid against Espanyol and Elche appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 9:36:55 PM
BIS study reveals Bitcoin onchain transfer estimates can vary by a factor of six
The study highlights the urgent need for standardized methodologies in crypto data analysis to ensure accurate market assessments and regulatory compliance. The post BIS study reveals Bitcoin onchain transfer estimates can vary by a factor of six appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 9:36:37 PM
BIS paper finds major gap in Bitcoin onchain transfer estimates
A BIS study found widely used crypto metrics can obscure economic activity, with measurement challenges spanning Bitcoin, Ethereum and stablecoins.
By Nate Kostar 9/15/2026, 9:23:00 PM
Bitcoin, BTC-Related Stocks Tumble After Senate Blocks Clarity Act
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin, BTC-Related Stocks Tumble After Senate Blocks Clarity Act Bitcoin’s price tumbled — along with crypto-related stocks — following the blockage of the long-awaited Clarity Act. The price of the leading cryptocurrency recently stood at $75,939, down 4% over the past day, after dropping as low as $75,038 at one point on...
By Mathew Di Salvo 9/15/2026, 9:22:44 PM
Elche rallies from 2-0 down to tie Real Madrid in thrilling La Liga match
Elche's comeback highlights Real Madrid's defensive vulnerabilities, potentially impacting their title aspirations and boosting Elche's morale. The post Elche rallies from 2-0 down to tie Real Madrid in thrilling La Liga match appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 9:22:10 PM
Strive’s Matt Cole: Bitcoin is Primed for 30% Growth into 2030
Bitcoin Magazine Strive’s Matt Cole: Bitcoin is Primed for 30% Growth into 2030 Strive CEO Matt Cole shares his base case for Bitcoin, forecasting roughly 50% annualized returns through 2030. This post Strive’s Matt Cole: Bitcoin is Primed for 30% Growth into 2030 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Patrick Green.
By Patrick Green 9/15/2026, 9:21:01 PM
Claude AI Predicts Where Solana Could Land by the End of 2026
SOL sits at $100. Claude AI predicts three 2026 scenarios, hinging on $118.60 resistance and $96.24 support. The post Claude AI Predicts Where Solana Could Land by the End of 2026 appeared first on Coinspeaker.
By Daniel Francis 9/15/2026, 9:20:46 PM
Remember Limewire? A Meme Coin Just Bought the Legacy P2P Brand
In the interesting world of meme coins, surprising things happen all the time, and this week, the meme coin project Baby Doge announced that it acquired the peer-to-peer file-sharing brand Limewire. While the merger pairs a meme coin project and a legacy tech brand, the team did not disclose the purchase price. Baby Doge Buys […]
By Jamie Redman 9/15/2026, 9:14:03 PM
AMD Showcases Local AI Workstations at Autodesk University 2026
AMD unveils Ryzen AI-powered workstations at Autodesk University 2026, targeting engineering and design workflows with local AI capabilities. (Read More)
By N/A 9/15/2026, 9:13:09 PM
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang calls AI innovation and safety a false choice
Huang's stance on AI safety vs. innovation may influence regulatory approaches, prioritizing market-driven solutions over government mandates. The post Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang calls AI innovation and safety a false choice appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 9:11:15 PM
Al Nassr suffers 4-0 demolition in Asian Champions League opener against Al Ain
Al Nassr's heavy defeat highlights potential challenges in their Champions League campaign, questioning their squad's readiness and strategy. The post Al Nassr suffers 4-0 demolition in Asian Champions League opener against Al Ain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 9:10:13 PM
Chipmakers sell off sharply amid AI slowdown concerns
AI development caution may extend chip lifecycle, stabilizing demand despite initial market jitters, as long-term spending remains robust. The post Chipmakers sell off sharply amid AI slowdown concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 9:09:08 PM
Stablecoins could boost US dollar and Treasury demand: BoE
Dollar stablecoins have grown to about $300 billion in circulation, prompting a Bank of England policymaker to warn that their expansion could increase demand for US Treasurys while creating new risks during periods of heavy redemptions. Stablecoins could extend the…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/15/2026, 9:06:37 PM