OpenAI launches restricted version of ChatGPT for users under 18
OpenAI's new measures for under-18 users highlight a growing trend towards prioritizing digital safety over privacy, impacting user autonomy. The post OpenAI launches restricted version of ChatGPT for users under 18 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 11:19:41 AM
Uniswap founder highlights AMMs’ potential with tokenized stocks
AMMs could democratize equity market-making, reducing barriers and attracting diverse participants, but regulatory challenges remain significant. The post Uniswap founder highlights AMMs’ potential with tokenized stocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 11:18:59 AM
China expands digital yuan network to 30 operating banks
China's digital yuan expansion could accelerate its global financial influence, challenging traditional banking systems and enhancing cross-border trade. The post China expands digital yuan network to 30 operating banks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 8/18/2026, 11:17:28 AM
BlackRock’s Koesterich sees energy stocks as top portfolio diversifier
Energy stocks' diversification potential highlights a shift in portfolio strategies amid rising bond-stock correlations and persistent inflation. The post BlackRock’s Koesterich sees energy stocks as top portfolio diversifier appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 11:12:13 AM
Clear Street joins XDC Network as institutional-grade validator
Clear Street's role as a validator on XDC Network enhances institutional trust, potentially accelerating blockchain adoption in traditional finance. The post Clear Street joins XDC Network as institutional-grade validator appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 11:10:06 AM
Integral AI’s downfall highlights financing challenges for physical AI startups
The downfall of Integral AI underscores the significant financial hurdles and high stakes faced by physical AI startups in scaling operations. The post Integral AI’s downfall highlights financing challenges for physical AI startups appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 11:09:55 AM
Bitcoin funding rate hits 19-month high: Here’s what it means
As Bitcoin (BTC) price signaled an indecisive outlook over the past seven weeks, leveraged long positions recently paid the highest … Continue reading The post Bitcoin funding rate hits 19-month high: Here’s what it means appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 8/18/2026, 11:08:30 AM
Nvidia partners with financial giants to mobilize $500B for AI projects
Nvidia's financial strategy in AI could reshape industry dynamics, challenging competitors and redefining market influence through capital leverage. The post Nvidia partners with financial giants to mobilize $500B for AI projects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 11:07:20 AM
TEXITcoin founder on Texas mining growth, merge mining and regulatory battle
In an interview with crypto.news, Selva Ozelli speaks with TEXITcoin founder Richard W. Wisher about the Proof-of-Work network, its Texas mining operations and how merge mining allows TXC to be mined alongside Litecoin and Dogecoin. The discussion also covers regulation…
By Selva Ozelli 8/18/2026, 11:06:15 AM
Whitechain relaunches as W Group’s distribution-first Ethereum Layer 2
Whitechain is relaunching as a distribution-first Ethereum Layer 2 focused on helping web3 projects overcome user acquisition and distribution challenges. Whitechain blockchain platform is relaunching as a distribution-first Ethereum Layer 2 designed to address one of the biggest challenges facing…
By Samuel Msiska 8/18/2026, 11:06:04 AM
South Korea joins more than 30 jurisdictions restricting Polymarket access
Regulators rejected Polymarket's defense regarding its P2P nature, arguing the platform manages market rules and facilitates crypto-based gambling activity.
By Francisco Rodrigues 8/18/2026, 11:05:56 AM
Reach Capital raises $265M for Fund V to back AI founders in education and workforce
AI-driven innovation in education and workforce sectors could accelerate transformative learning and career development, reshaping future opportunities. The post Reach Capital raises $265M for Fund V to back AI founders in education and workforce appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 11:05:33 AM
Qatar renews mediation efforts in US-Iran conflict amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Qatar's mediation could stabilize regional tensions, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations, but risks remain if talks falter. The post Qatar renews mediation efforts in US-Iran conflict amid Strait of Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 11:03:38 AM
Anthropic on track for $65B annual revenue, sevenfold increase: Bloomberg
Anthropic's revenue surge could significantly boost its market valuation, enhancing investor confidence and solidifying its AI sector dominance. The post Anthropic on track for $65B annual revenue, sevenfold increase: Bloomberg appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 11:00:19 AM
Bitcoin faces its highest Treasury hurdle since 2007 with $22.5B less crypto credit to unwind
The US 30-year Treasury yield crossed 5.3% on Aug. 17 for the first time since June 2007, the same day Galaxy published a report showing crypto-collateralized lending down more than $22 billion from its peak. Bitcoin hit an intraday high of $64,610.01 that day. What makes the Treasury move unusual is its direction against the […] The post Bitcoin...
By Gino Matos 8/18/2026, 11:00:15 AM
5 Best Crypto Casinos for Casino Games and Sports Betting in 2026
Top crypto casino picks, compared by games, betting, bonuses, and crypto features. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 8/18/2026, 11:00:00 AM
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP falter amid escalating US-Iran tensions
Cryptocurrency prices are broadly correcting on Tuesday, with Bitcoin (BTC) edging lower toward $64,000. Ethereum (ETH) shows weakness amid ongoing narrow-range consolidation, while Ripple (XRP) trades below $1.00, weighed down by falling technical indicators.
By N/A 8/18/2026, 11:00:00 AM
July CEX Volume Slides 23.9% to .76T as DEX Share Hits 19.5%
DEX-to-CEX spot volume ratio hit 24.14% in July 2026, a new high per The Block, even as DEX volume fell 26% to $130.77B, The Defiant reports.
By Sophia Bennett 8/18/2026, 10:58:44 AM
Kraken launches US-listed stock trading for EEA customers
Eligible EEA users can trade conventional US shares alongside more than 700 tokenized xStocks through Kraken’s European entity.
By Yohan Yun 8/18/2026, 10:53:21 AM
Qatar shoots down Iranian aircraft amid Gulf tensions
Escalating Gulf tensions risk derailing Iran-Oman talks on Hormuz management, impacting regional stability and market confidence. The post Qatar shoots down Iranian aircraft amid Gulf tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 10:53:02 AM
Anthropic eyes potential trillion-dollar IPO by 2026 amid valuation surge
Anthropic's potential IPO could reshape the AI industry landscape, influencing market dynamics and investor strategies significantly. The post Anthropic eyes potential trillion-dollar IPO by 2026 amid valuation surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 10:49:15 AM
DEOD expands its ecosystem as major 24 August catalysts approach: Why crypto investors are watching DEOD
Decentrawood is positioning DEOD at the intersection of AI and web3, with a new exchange reveal, Task AI Agent, and DEOD DAO launches planned for August 23–24. Every crypto bull market has its biggest winners. In past cycles, meme coins,…
By Samuel Msiska 8/18/2026, 10:41:15 AM
Bitcoin Dominance Rises as BTC Hits a Weekly High Above $64K: Market Watch
Meanwhile, XRP's fight for $1.00 continues without much success.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/18/2026, 10:41:14 AM
Ripple prepares to dump 1 billion XRP in less than two weeks
Ripple is preparing to unlock 1 billion XRP on September 1, less than two weeks from now, as part of … Continue reading The post Ripple prepares to dump 1 billion XRP in less than two weeks appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 8/18/2026, 10:40:44 AM
Dogecoin Contributor Shares Urgent Wallet Security Warning With Bitcoin Holders
Dogecoin contributor flags severe vulnerabilities for Bitcoin hardware wallet, with users urged to update immediately.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 8/18/2026, 10:40:07 AM
Bitcoin pauses at $64,000 as rising yields, oil drag equities lower
BTC has dropped 0.6% since midnight UTC as Nasdaq 100 futures slip 1.1%, with the FOMC's July meeting minutes and a White House crypto summit both due Wednesday.
By Oliver Knight 8/18/2026, 10:38:56 AM
Natus Vincere secures flawless 2-0 win over Falcons, eyes EWC2026 playoffs
NAVI's playoff advancement boosts their club championship standing, highlighting the strategic importance of multi-title participation in EWC2026. The post Natus Vincere secures flawless 2-0 win over Falcons, eyes EWC2026 playoffs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:38:12 AM
LimX Dynamics plans up to $300M Hong Kong IPO as Chinese robotics companies race to go public
The IPO highlights the rapid growth and global ambitions of China's robotics sector, emphasizing Hong Kong's role as a key financial hub. The post LimX Dynamics plans up to $300M Hong Kong IPO as Chinese robotics companies race to go public appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:37:03 AM
NAVI advances to Esports World Cup 2026 playoffs with 2-0 win over Falcons
NAVI's playoff advancement boosts their market confidence, potentially influencing odds and strategic dynamics in the Esports World Cup. The post NAVI advances to Esports World Cup 2026 playoffs with 2-0 win over Falcons appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 10:36:05 AM
Reserve Bank of India ends foreign-currency deposit incentive a month early, blindsiding markets
The RBI's abrupt policy shift highlights the critical importance of consistent communication to maintain market trust and credibility. The post Reserve Bank of India ends foreign-currency deposit incentive a month early, blindsiding markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:34:23 AM
Julián Álvarez reportedly seeking Barcelona move after talks with Simeone
lvarez's potential move to Barcelona could disrupt Atltico's strategic plans, highlighting the challenges of retaining top talent in competitive leagues. The post Julián Álvarez reportedly seeking Barcelona move after talks with Simeone appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:31:58 AM
Dutch Prosecutors Raise $2.55M From Crypto Tied to Bankrupt Knaken
A court-appointed trustee warns that the 6,300 customers of the bankrupt Dutch crypto platform Knaken face severe financial losses, as prosecutors have recovered only $2.55 million after selling seized cryptocurrency. Discrepancy Between Deposits and Assets Dutch prosecutors have liquidated all remaining cryptocurrency assets held by bankrupt...
By Terence Zimwara 8/18/2026, 10:30:20 AM
Bitcoin (BTC) Hits 20-Month High in Funding: What Caused It?
Bitcoin isn't as passive as it may seem at first, despite the relatively calm price performance.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/18/2026, 10:30:00 AM
Blockchain Association urges SEC to drop NMS rules for tokenized markets
The Blockchain Association has backed a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission proposal to repeal two market rules adopted in 2005, arguing that their removal could make it easier for tokenized securities to trade on public blockchains. The Blockchain Association said…
By Rony Roy 8/18/2026, 10:29:46 AM
Qatar-Iran talks reduce urgency of Iranian airspace closure scenario
Qatar-Iran talks ease immediate tensions, reducing market fears of imminent airspace closure, but long-term geopolitical risks persist. The post Qatar-Iran talks reduce urgency of Iranian airspace closure scenario appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 10:29:13 AM
Pony AI’s robotaxi sales hit quarterly high, now 33% of revenue
Pony AI's robotaxi revenue surge highlights the growing viability and consumer acceptance of autonomous ride-hailing, impacting market dynamics. The post Pony AI’s robotaxi sales hit quarterly high, now 33% of revenue appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:25:05 AM
Uniswap expands liquidity layer to Arc network
Uniswap's integration with Arc could redefine stablecoin transactions, enhancing liquidity and attracting institutional capital to DeFi. The post Uniswap expands liquidity layer to Arc network appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:24:51 AM
SEC charges The Spaventa Group in $74M pre-IPO fraud scheme targeting retirees
The SEC's action highlights the urgent need for stricter regulations in pre-IPO markets to protect vulnerable investors from exploitation. The post SEC charges The Spaventa Group in $74M pre-IPO fraud scheme targeting retirees appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:17:04 AM
Kraken launches 7,000 U.S. stocks alongside xStocks in Europe
Crypto exchange Kraken has launched trading in more than 7,000 U.S.-listed stocks for eligible customers across the European Economic Area, placing traditional shares alongside more than 700 tokenized xStocks and over 600 crypto assets in the same account. The Block…
By Rony Roy 8/18/2026, 10:15:28 AM
Futures fall, oil and bonds rise as US-Iran peace prospects dim
Increased geopolitical tensions heighten market volatility, impacting global energy security and financial stability amid uncertain U.S.-Iran relations. The post Futures fall, oil and bonds rise as US-Iran peace prospects dim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/18/2026, 10:15:17 AM
Premier League to publish referee and VAR decisions for first time
Increased transparency in referee decisions may enhance trust and accountability, but concerns about panel independence could persist. The post Premier League to publish referee and VAR decisions for first time appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:11:12 AM
Bitcoin’s Volatility Trap Signals a Potentially Larger Move
Bitcoin’s volatility trap score reaches 91 as BTC nears $65,000, with short-term momentum improving while daily indicators remain bearish. The post Bitcoin’s Volatility Trap Signals a Potentially Larger Move appeared first on Coinspeaker.
By Daniel Francis 8/18/2026, 10:08:47 AM
Zcash dips 1% as Ironwood adoption and futures demand strengthen
Key takeaways Zcash dipped 1% on Tuesday following Monday’s rally. day, The Ironwood shielded pool now holds 3.07 million ZEC, representing 70% of total shielded volume. ZEC is approaching the apex of a symmetrical triangle, with resistance near $528. Zcash (ZEC) dipped 1% on Tuesday despite the massive rally on Monday. The surge earlier this […]...
By Hassan Maishera 8/18/2026, 10:08:14 AM
Bitcoin rises 3%, outperforming S&P 500’s 1% decline
Bitcoin's resilience amid S&P 500's decline highlights its potential as a diversification tool, though volatility remains a significant risk. The post Bitcoin rises 3%, outperforming S&P 500’s 1% decline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:08:08 AM
White House strengthens biodefense amid fears that AI could supercharge biological threats
The strengthened biodefense strategy highlights the urgent need for cohesive global governance to mitigate AI-enhanced biological threats. The post White House strengthens biodefense amid fears that AI could supercharge biological threats appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:07:37 AM
Investors demand higher premium for long-dated government bonds as term premium hits multi-year highs
The term premium on 10-year Treasuries has surged to 0.80-1.35% as 30-year yields top 5.2%, the highest since 2007, driven by fiscal deficits and The post Investors demand higher premium for long-dated government bonds as term premium hits multi-year highs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/18/2026, 10:07:08 AM
Austria Issues First MiCA Fine as Bitpanda Pays €70,000
Austrian FMA has issued no notice confirming a reported €70,000 MiCA fine for Bitpanda as of 18 Aug 2026. MiCAR took full effect on 30 Dec 2024.
By Darnell Whitaker 8/18/2026, 10:01:42 AM
Bitcoin scores a rare win over S&P 500 with 2.6% rise versus 0.5% fall
BTC outperformed Wall Street on Monday, breaking its recent pattern of lagging behind U.S. stocks.
By Omkar Godbole 8/18/2026, 10:01:23 AM
Nasdaq’s 23-Hour Trading Plan Could Narrow Crypto’s 24/7 Advantage
Nasdaq will add overnight U.S. stock trading in December, reducing one of crypto’s clearest advantages over traditional markets. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Simona Ram 8/18/2026, 10:00:00 AM
Monad Offered $60M for Locked MON – Why Most Investors Passed.
Tl;DR Monad offered up to $60M. Only locked investor MON was eligible. Nearly all approached holders declined. Purchased MON keeps its lock-up. Investor unlocks still follow schedule. Monad put an early exit on the table The Monad Foundation has completed a capped liquidity program for certain early investors holding locked MON. The offer allowed...
By Kosta Gushterov 8/18/2026, 9:59:41 AM