Jim Cramer Says He’s Selling Bitcoin Over Quantum Computing Fears
Cramer says he will sell his Bitcoin after IBM chief Arvind Krishna told him to get paranoid about quantum computing within three or four years. Other named experts put the risk decades away. The post Jim Cramer Says He’s Selling Bitcoin Over Quantum Computing Fears appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 8/5/2026, 6:36:18 AM
Bitcoin price climbs above $64K ahead of expected Iran deal
Bitcoin price holds near $64,000 while global stocks hit records and oil falls, putting the $64,300 breakout level and Hormuz talks in focus.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/5/2026, 6:32:37 AM
AEREDIUM CEO Says AI Strengthens Stablecoin Reserve Oversight
Albert Dadon’s AEREDIUM secured a patent for a multi-model AI system to audit digital asset and stablecoin reserves continuously in real time. Closing the Gap on Reserve Reporting AEREDIUM Holdings was recently granted a U.S. patent for an artificial intelligence (AI) system designed to continuously audit digital asset reserves in real time,...
By Terence Zimwara 8/5/2026, 6:30:45 AM
AI credit bubble could fuel Bitcoin ‘crack-up boom’ past $1M: Hayes
Hayes likened the debt-fueled AI infrastructure boom to the 2008 credit bubble, but evidence suggests financial strain is uneven across Big Tech.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/5/2026, 6:27:49 AM
Coldcard Exploit Expands as Attackers Steal Up to $130M in Bitcoin
Galaxy Research now puts the Coldcard theft at 1,596 bitcoin, more than $100 million, taken from about 7,300 addresses, and estimates at least 15 separate attackers are draining exposed wallets. The post Coldcard Exploit Expands as Attackers Steal Up to $130M in Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 8/5/2026, 6:26:58 AM
Boltz Halts Bitcoin Swaps Indefinitely as AI-Powered Attacks Overwhelm Service
AI-driven attacks forced Boltz to suspend Bitcoin swaps indefinitely, while keeping customer funds protected through its non-custodial design at all times. The post Boltz Halts Bitcoin Swaps Indefinitely as AI-Powered Attacks Overwhelm Service appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 8/5/2026, 6:20:31 AM
Bank of England considers ending quantitative tightening: FT
A halt in QT by the BoE could shift global market dynamics, affecting asset prices and potentially boosting cryptocurrency valuations. The post Bank of England considers ending quantitative tightening: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 6:20:14 AM
US not directly updating Israel on Iran talks amid sensitive negotiations
The US's indirect approach in Iran talks may strain US-Israel ties, affecting regional diplomacy and market perceptions of negotiation outcomes. The post US not directly updating Israel on Iran talks amid sensitive negotiations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 6:17:27 AM
Cardano Price Forecast: ADA capped at $0.20 warns of over 15% downside
Cardano (ADA) price is trading in the red on Wednesday, reversing after the recent 25% recovery was capped at $0.2000 the previous day. Speculative demand in ADA futures is easing, with Open Interest and funding rates declining.
By N/A 8/5/2026, 6:15:31 AM
Compound Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Can COMP Surge To $100?
The post Compound Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Can COMP Surge To $100? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of the COMP crypto is . The compound price could reach a maximum of $25 in 2026. This altcoin could surpass the $500 mark with a high of $507 by 2030. Compound is an autonomous interest-rate...
By Rizwan Ansari 8/5/2026, 6:08:51 AM
Russia Crypto Adoption Remains Low Despite Legalization Push
The post Russia Crypto Adoption Remains Low Despite Legalization Push appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A new Rambler&Co survey reported by TASS found that 69% of Russians do not see any practical use cases for cryptocurrencies, even if they are fully legalized. The survey showed 52% of respondents were unsure how legalization would affect...
By Qadir AK 8/5/2026, 6:08:06 AM
Ethereum Researchers Propose Reward Burn to Curb Excessive Staking
Researchers want validator rewards reduced as staking grows, aiming to limit concentration and cut inflation, while leaving the proposal open for debate. The post Ethereum Researchers Propose Reward Burn to Curb Excessive Staking appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 8/5/2026, 6:07:31 AM
Strategy Wallet Moves 1,030 BTC as MARA Transfers 6,000 Bitcoin to TwoPrime
The post Strategy Wallet Moves 1,030 BTC as MARA Transfers 6,000 Bitcoin to TwoPrime appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A wallet believed to be linked to Strategy transferred 1,030 BTC, worth about $66.14 million, according to Lookonchain. The transfer follows Strategy’s sale of 1,638 BTC last week, while the company continues to hold...
By Qadir AK 8/5/2026, 6:06:45 AM
Arthur Hayes Says AI Bubble Could Mirror 2008 Financial Crisis
The post Arthur Hayes Says AI Bubble Could Mirror 2008 Financial Crisis appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes believes the current AI investment boom could resemble the 2008 credit crisis rather than the 2000 dot-com crash, citing heavy spending on data centers and AI infrastructure. In his latest essay, Hayes...
By Qadir AK 8/5/2026, 6:05:45 AM
BNB Price Forecast: Tests $602 resistance as bullish momentum builds
BNB (BNB), formerly known as Binance Coin, extends its gains, trading above $598 on Wednesday and approaching the key resistance zone. A decisive close above this barrier could strengthen the bullish outlook.
By N/A 8/5/2026, 6:02:17 AM
Cloudflare opens AI wallet handles for x402 payments
Cloudflare opens wallet handle claims for AI agents, while stablecoin funding, x402 payments and programmable spending controls will follow.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/5/2026, 6:01:12 AM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Felix Ng 8/5/2026, 5:56:55 AM
Lookonchain: Strategy-Linked Wallet Moves 1,030 BTC as Fourth Sale Looms
A wallet tied to Michael Saylor’s Strategy moved 1,030 BTC worth $66.14 million recently, just days after the company confirmed its third bitcoin sale of the year. Another Tranche on the Move Onchain analytics platform Lookonchain flagged the transfer, asking whether Michael Saylor’s Strategy is “dumping BTC again” after wallets linked to the...
By Shiraz Jagati 8/5/2026, 5:55:25 AM
KOSPI Index Volatility Surpasses Bitcoin as South Korea Stock Market Swings Intensify
The post KOSPI Index Volatility Surpasses Bitcoin as South Korea Stock Market Swings Intensify appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The KOSPI Index has become more volatile than Bitcoin, with its annualized volatility climbing above 60% in 2026, making it the world’s most volatile major equity benchmark. The sharp swings have been driven by...
By Qadir AK 8/5/2026, 5:54:42 AM
Strategy-linked wallet moves 1,030 BTC after $105M sale
A suspected Strategy-linked wallet moved 1,030 BTC after the company sold 1,638 BTC, while MARA sent 6,000 BTC to Two Prime.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/5/2026, 5:50:29 AM
New Ethereum proposal would cut issuance to zero if staked ETH reaches $112 billion
The EIP-8361 draft proposal calls for burning a rising share of validator rewards as the staking ratio climbs.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/5/2026, 5:49:57 AM
SOL Technical Analysis Report – 5th August 2026
SOL has a market cap of $42.87 billion, as of today, while the total crypto market cap stands at $2.19 trillion: On the daily chart, Solana is currently trading around $73.82. Over the past two weeks, the market has remained in a very tight range, awaiting a fresh catalyst to drive stronger participation. Although the […] The post SOL Technical...
By N/A 8/5/2026, 5:48:31 AM
CLARITY or not, crypto isn’t going back in the bottle: Bitwise
Matt Hougan argues that regulatory guidance from the SEC and CFTC would keep the industry moving even if Congress fails to pass landmark market structure legislation this year.
By Felix Ng 8/5/2026, 5:47:42 AM
Taiwan launches Han Kuang war games amid China tensions
Taiwan's military exercises highlight a strategic shift towards autonomy and resilience, potentially altering regional stability dynamics. The post Taiwan launches Han Kuang war games amid China tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 5:44:04 AM
XRP ETFs See Four Consecutive Days of Positive Flows
U.S. spot XRP ETFs have extended their streak to four consecutive trading days without outflows.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/5/2026, 5:41:34 AM
You Can Now Rent a Humanoid Robot in China for $443 a Day. Thousands Already Have
More than 5,500 humanoid-robot rental orders landed in just three months after AGIBOT launched its SHAREBOT subsidiary in December 2025, with daily rates starting around 3,500 yuan ($517) including shipping and a human operator. In Hangzhou, e-commerce livestreamer Ai Lin says he rents out his own android for 3,000 yuan ($443) a day for...
By Guest Author 8/5/2026, 5:30:46 AM
BTC Reclaims $64K Ahead of Expected Iran-US-Oman Hormuz Deal Today: Report
All three sides are reportedly close to securing a major deal that would divide inbound and outbound traffic.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/5/2026, 5:28:43 AM
Proof of Play shuts down despite a16z backing
Proof of Play will cease operations after failing to scale its Web3 gaming model, while releasing Pirate Nation code and artwork publicly.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/5/2026, 5:28:24 AM
SpaceX to use Nvidia Vera Rubin for AI data centers, plans 10 GW by 2027
SpaceX's AI expansion with NVIDIA could significantly boost NVIDIA's market influence and reshape tech industry dynamics by 2027. The post SpaceX to use Nvidia Vera Rubin for AI data centers, plans 10 GW by 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 5:27:23 AM
CLARITY Act may stall, but crypto can grow: Bitwise
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says crypto can advance without the CLARITY Act as the Senate’s recess deadline leaves the bill unscheduled.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/5/2026, 5:20:12 AM
Bank of Korea to buy gold for first time in 13 years: Korea Times
The Bank of Korea's gold purchase may signal a strategic shift in reserve diversification, potentially influencing global gold market dynamics. The post Bank of Korea to buy gold for first time in 13 years: Korea Times appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 5:18:23 AM
Important Pi Network News and PI Token Update: August 5
PI's price has rebounded swiftly from the recent lows, and here are the latest ecosystem updates.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/5/2026, 5:13:02 AM
"You stole, please return some." Coldcard hacker's wallet becomes a graffiti wall of pleas and hustles
A wallet holding $36 million in stolen bitcoin has become an unlikely public message board, as hack victims and opportunists pay to leave permanent notes for the thief.
By Omkar Godbole 8/5/2026, 5:12:46 AM
Samsung is putting stablecoins in 800 million phones and the real test has not started yet
Samsung Wallet will support native stablecoins after the Galaxy Unpacked announcement, but the issuer, chain, and custody model remain undisclosed. The $408 million Dunamu investment and a pending South Korean digital asset law reveal the infrastructure play behind the headline.…
By Andrew Folkler 8/5/2026, 5:10:53 AM
Bitcoin robbery plot leads to charges for 3 Missouri men
Three Missouri men pleaded not guilty to an alleged Connecticut home invasion plot targeting Bitcoin and face up to 20 years in prison.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/5/2026, 5:02:08 AM
XRP price tests $1.06 as open interest hits six month low
XRP trades near $1.07 as leverage and open interest retreat, leaving $1.06 support, ETF inflows and weak momentum in focus.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/5/2026, 4:49:25 AM
Bitcoin flat at $64,000 as stocks print records and Hormuz deal nears
BTC held near $64,000 as MSCI's world index set another peak and Brent fell toward a Hormuz deal. Ether is the only major down on the week.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/5/2026, 4:32:16 AM
Dutch Court Hears Crypto Dispute Kidnapping Case
Dutch prosecutors charged three men in connection with a May 1 incident in Nieuw-Vennep involving the kidnapping, physical abuse, and extortion of a man over a cryptocurrency dispute. Legal Penalties Under Dutch Law A dispute over cryptocurrency investments escalated into the kidnapping, extortion, and degrading abuse of a man in Nieuw-Vennep,...
By Terence Zimwara 8/5/2026, 4:30:47 AM
Oil prices fall as US-Iran talks progress, easing supply-risk fears
Progress in US-Iran talks may stabilize oil markets, reducing geopolitical risk premiums and influencing global economic forecasts. The post Oil prices fall as US-Iran talks progress, easing supply-risk fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 4:08:22 AM
Western Union launches USDPT Visa card with Rain
Western Union launches Stablecard in 37 markets, allowing users to receive USDPT remittances and spend through a Rain powered Visa card.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/5/2026, 4:08:18 AM
Bybit’s EU payments arm secures Austrian e-money license
Bybit’s Austrian payments subsidiary gained regulatory approval to develop card, merchant, open-banking and person-to-person payment services.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/5/2026, 4:03:16 AM
Michigan Senate race tightens as El-Sayed leads Stevens in Democratic primary
The Michigan Senate race highlights the Democratic Party's internal struggle, impacting their ability to maintain Senate control. The post Michigan Senate race tightens as El-Sayed leads Stevens in Democratic primary appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 3:56:56 AM
Polymarket reportedly seeks $1 billion at $20B
Polymarket is reportedly discussing a $1 billion raise above a $20 billion valuation as its U.S. platform and trading activity expand.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/5/2026, 3:51:15 AM
Crypto Market Liquidity Dries Up as Daily Volumes Hit 2026 Lows
The six largest centralized exchanges now control over 60% of spot activity as overall market participation contracts.
By Wayne Jones 8/5/2026, 3:49:23 AM
Trump: Iran engaged in all-day negotiation amid diplomatic efforts
Heightened diplomatic engagement may shift geopolitical dynamics, influencing market expectations and potential future negotiation venues. The post Trump: Iran engaged in all-day negotiation amid diplomatic efforts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 3:46:22 AM
Top 3 Price Predictions: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC eyes breakout, ETH consolidates, XRP finds stability
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) move toward the key technical levels on Wednesday, which could determine the next directional bias. BTC is near the 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA), ETH trades sideways while XRP is showing signs of stabilization.
By N/A 8/5/2026, 3:43:54 AM
Bitcoin may gain if AI bubble bursts, Hayes says
Arthur Hayes says an AI data center credit bust could prompt monetary easing and create a possible liquidity tailwind for Bitcoin.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/5/2026, 3:40:27 AM
Trump hints at unutilized US military option in 2026 Iran conflict
Trump's hint at unused military options in Iran conflict could heighten tensions, impacting diplomatic efforts and regional energy security. The post Trump hints at unutilized US military option in 2026 Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 3:36:59 AM
Crypto News Today: Franklin Templeton Joins Canton Network as Super Validator
The post Crypto News Today: Franklin Templeton Joins Canton Network as Super Validator appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Franklin Templeton, one of the world’s largest asset managers with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, has joined the Canton Network as a Super Validator. The move comes after the company expanded its...
By Debashree Patra 8/5/2026, 3:31:50 AM
Apple Pulls Telegram After Illegal Content Appears in Public Group
Apple briefly removed Telegram from the App Store after prohibited content surfaced in a public group. CEO Pavel Durov said an attacker inserted AI-altered illegal material into an edited message in an extortion attempt. Durov Describes the Attack Behind Telegram’s Removal Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov described the incident on X on Aug. 4,...
By Kevin Helms 8/5/2026, 3:30:32 AM