Bitcoin ‘anti-spam’ fork halts after mining two blocks
The failed fork highlights the resilience of Bitcoin's main chain and underscores the challenges of altering its decentralized protocol. The post Bitcoin ‘anti-spam’ fork halts after mining two blocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 7:40:38 PM
Ethereum Stays on Top of RWA Market as Solana Strengthens Its Position
Ethereum dominated RWA markets as Solana strengthened, while tokenized assets expanded despite weakening DeFi and crypto-native trading activity.
By Chayanika Deka 8/9/2026, 7:29:23 PM
Senate advances CLARITY Act, Bitcoin price outlook slightly optimistic
The Senate's progress on the CLARITY Act could enhance regulatory certainty, potentially boosting Bitcoin's long-term market confidence. The post Senate advances CLARITY Act, Bitcoin price outlook slightly optimistic appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 7:14:35 PM
Syria and Russia agree to convert two bases into joint training centers
The agreement signifies a shift in regional power dynamics, enhancing Syria's sovereignty while altering Russia's military strategy abroad. The post Syria and Russia agree to convert two bases into joint training centers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 7:09:41 PM
S&P 500 profit margins hit record highs in Q2, but one company is doing a lot of heavy lifting
The S&P 500's record profit margins highlight the index's vulnerability to individual company performance, raising concerns about sustainability. The post S&P 500 profit margins hit record highs in Q2, but one company is doing a lot of heavy lifting appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 7:05:22 PM
A major Bitcoin miner burned through 357 BTC on secret compute deals while its output plummeted
Production and managed hashrate fell in July, while the price and economics of the prepaid capacity remain undisclosed. The post A major Bitcoin miner burned through 357 BTC on secret compute deals while its output plummeted appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/9/2026, 7:00:46 PM
World Liberty Financial received $100M from businessman under UK money laundering investigation
The investment raises concerns about regulatory oversight and highlights the need for stricter anti-money laundering measures in crypto finance. The post World Liberty Financial received $100M from businessman under UK money laundering investigation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 6:58:19 PM
Paris Saint-Germain nears €35M deal for goalkeeper Zion Suzuki
PSG's acquisition of Suzuki could reshape their goalkeeper strategy, impacting player development and competitive dynamics in European football. The post Paris Saint-Germain nears €35M deal for goalkeeper Zion Suzuki appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 6:45:53 PM
Is Clarity's delay a blessing in disguise?: State of Crypto
The crypto industry is angry and disappointed that the Senate is not holding a procedural vote on the Clarity Act this month, but that isn't the worst possible outcome.
By Nikhilesh De 8/9/2026, 6:30:00 PM
Grayscale Warns US Risks Crypto Exodus if CLARITY Act Fails
Zach Pandl, Head of Research at Grayscale, believes that while the crypto ecosystem will not be immediately impacted if the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act does not pass, it could affect new investment activity in the U.S. as industry actors shift toward friendlier jurisdictions. Grayscale: CLARITY Act Not Passing Could Hamper Crypto Innovation...
By Sergio Goschenko 8/9/2026, 6:29:02 PM
Israeli government redirects 1B shekels from Intel funds for munitions
The reallocation underscores Israel's prioritization of defense over tech investment, potentially impacting its semiconductor industry growth. The post Israeli government redirects 1B shekels from Intel funds for munitions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 6:22:38 PM
Iran demands US concessions for Hormuz shipping lane deal
Iran's demands complicate U.S. negotiations, impacting global energy security and increasing uncertainty in nuclear deal prospects. The post Iran demands US concessions for Hormuz shipping lane deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 6:12:20 PM
Investors poured $267 million into Bitwise’s Solana ETF, but market losses erased every cent
$262.9 million of unrealized SOL depreciation drove most of a $316 million operational loss. The post Investors poured $267 million into Bitwise’s Solana ETF, but market losses erased every cent appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/9/2026, 6:00:50 PM
Marcus Rashford rejoins Manchester United squad in Kildare for pre-season training
Rashford's return to Manchester United could rejuvenate his career, impacting team dynamics and offering a fresh start under Carrick's leadership. The post Marcus Rashford rejoins Manchester United squad in Kildare for pre-season training appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 5:48:27 PM
Ajax pursues deal to bring Noa Lang back from Napoli
Ajax's potential reacquisition of Noa Lang could strategically bolster their squad depth while financially benefiting from Godts' lucrative sale. The post Ajax pursues deal to bring Noa Lang back from Napoli appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 5:38:42 PM
Bitcoin Price Analysis: Here’s What the Charts Suggest for BTC Next Week
Bitcoin remains trapped in a broader consolidation structure, with the latest recovery failing to generate convincing bullish momentum. The price is again approaching overhead supply, but buyers have yet to produce the type of breakout needed to signal a meaningful structural shift. Bitcoin Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe,...
By Shayan Markets 8/9/2026, 5:31:53 PM
Fed Hike Bets Crack as September Hold Odds Storm Into Lead
Prediction markets and the CME Fedwatch tool are lining up behind the U.S. Federal Reserve holding rates steady in September, but anyone watching the board knows this is hardly a done deal. Traders have moved toward a pause, yet the pricing still leaves plenty of room for another hike. Across some of the market’s closely […]
By Jamie Redman 8/9/2026, 5:30:02 PM
Como signs Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea in deal worth up to €36 million
Como's acquisition of Chalobah highlights their strategic ambition to solidify their status as a competitive force in European football. The post Como signs Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea in deal worth up to €36 million appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 5:28:25 PM
Paris Saint-Germain confirms signing of Lucas Digne from Aston Villa
Digne's return to PSG enhances their defensive depth and experience, while Villa faces the challenge of replacing a seasoned left-back. The post Paris Saint-Germain confirms signing of Lucas Digne from Aston Villa appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 5:19:06 PM
Cardano Futures Volume Soars 380% as Traders Position for a Potential Breakout
Cardano (ADA) traded in a narrow range on Sunday amid a sharp rise in futures activity.
By Newton Gitonga 8/9/2026, 5:13:21 PM
EURe’s share of crypto card spending drops to 2% as USDC leads
The dominance of dollar-pegged stablecoins in crypto card spending highlights shifting global financial dynamics and regulatory influences. The post EURe’s share of crypto card spending drops to 2% as USDC leads appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 5:11:55 PM
Michael Saylor Says Bitcoin Doesn’t Need CLARITY Act as Crypto Bill Postponed; Is America Risking Its Digital Asset Hub Position to Asia?
The growing delay in the passage of the CLARITY Act has heightened anxieties among prominent figures in the cryptocurrency industry. Data shared today by market analyst BSCN showed that Michael Saylor’s is dissatisfied with the progress of the legislative bill. The crypto market structure bill is a US draft law being developed to establish a […]
By Erie Maxwell 8/9/2026, 5:03:53 PM
White House warns CLARITY Act will die Sept 15 unless 7 Democrats vote yes
The White House is raising pressure on Senate Democrats ahead of a Sept. 15 vote on the CLARITY Act, arguing that lawmakers have already had enough time to reach a deal on crypto market structure. On Aug. 8, Patrick Witt, executive director of the Presidential Council of Advisors for Digital Assets, accused Senate Minority Leader […] The post...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/9/2026, 5:00:18 PM
Syria secures control of key Russian bases under new deal
Syria's control over key bases may shift regional power dynamics, testing its governance and impacting Russia's Mediterranean strategy. The post Syria secures control of key Russian bases under new deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 4:56:16 PM
Miami Man Drains $14,000,000 From Thousands of Victims in Check Fraud Scheme
A 69-year-old Florida man has pleaded guilty to stealing money from thousands of people and businesses by using fraudulent checks to make unauthorized withdrawals from their bank accounts. Eri Guzman Ortiz, formerly of Miami-Dade County, admitted to one count of wire fraud after investigators say he created and deposited roughly $14 million in...
By Henry Kanapi 8/9/2026, 4:55:07 PM
Ajax secures 2-0 victory in Marc ter Stegen’s debut
Ter Stegen's successful debut at Ajax highlights a strategic career revival, potentially influencing future loan market dynamics for veteran players. The post Ajax secures 2-0 victory in Marc ter Stegen’s debut appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 4:53:10 PM
Cardano Shatters Decentralization Record with Major Network Milestone
Cardano (ADA) has reached a new milestone in its decentralization journey after recording its highest-ever Nakamoto Coefficient.
By Newton Gitonga 8/9/2026, 4:44:46 PM
Bitcoin BIP-110 split widens as fork freezes at 2 blocks
Bitcoin’s BIP-110 branch remains frozen after two blocks, falling 111 blocks behind as miner signaling drops to zero in the new period.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 4:34:09 PM
Hearts secures 4-0 victory as Vrancken earns first win
Vrancken's first win suggests promising squad integration and potential for a successful season, easing early anxieties and boosting morale. The post Hearts secures 4-0 victory as Vrancken earns first win appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 4:34:01 PM
OpenAI blocks researcher Rob Hamilton from Bitcoin security analysis, pushing team toward Chinese AI models
The incident highlights potential regulatory and competitive challenges for US AI platforms, pushing researchers toward international alternatives. The post OpenAI blocks researcher Rob Hamilton from Bitcoin security analysis, pushing team toward Chinese AI models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 4:32:36 PM
Israel rejects Trump’s Gaza peace plan, demands Hamas disarmament
Israel's stance complicates U.S.-Iran diplomacy, potentially delaying peace efforts and impacting regional geopolitical dynamics. The post Israel rejects Trump’s Gaza peace plan, demands Hamas disarmament appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 4:32:29 PM
Ripple’s XRP Historic Oversold RSI Signals Potential Rebound to $3, Says Analyst Despite Two-Year Low
The analyst reflected on XRP’s market prospects as the asset today touched its lowest price level in two years, driven by recent consistent declines.
By Erie Maxwell 8/9/2026, 4:21:36 PM
Roughnecks Quits BIP-110 Mining as Ocean Hashrate Collapses
Roughnecks, the mining group responsible for the only two blocks on Bitcoin’s new BIP-110 minority chain, has stopped mining under its name and urged others to stand down as the breakaway network remains stuck just two blocks beyond its split from Bitcoin. Roughnecks Pulls the Plug as the Fork Freezes The group announced the decision […]
By Jamie Redman 8/9/2026, 4:20:27 PM
Shenzhen employee sentenced to prison for $87K Bitcoin extortion after posing as overseas hacker
The case highlights the evolving legal recognition of digital assets in China, potentially influencing future crypto-related rulings. The post Shenzhen employee sentenced to prison for $87K Bitcoin extortion after posing as overseas hacker appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 4:15:43 PM
XRP Ledger retires 5 amendments, users unaffected
XRP Ledger v3.3.0 retires five long active amendments, including Clawback, removing legacy code while leaving user facing features intact.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 4:11:40 PM
Meta AI model breach intensifies calls for stronger cybersecurity safeguards
The breach highlights the urgent need for robust cybersecurity protocols, influencing AI industry standards and market confidence in AI firms. The post Meta AI model breach intensifies calls for stronger cybersecurity safeguards appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/9/2026, 4:03:49 PM
Michael Saylor reveals how ChatGPT helped Strategy unlock $15 billion for its Bitcoin machine
Michael Saylor says Strategy used AI to design a new class of preferred stocks that ultimately allowed the company to raise roughly $15 billion for its Bitcoin strategy. The Strategy executive chairman said he turned to AI after the company’s existing financing channels, including common-stock sales and convertible bonds, were becoming harder to...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/9/2026, 4:00:26 PM
Trump weighs Iran war exit without nuclear deal: WSJ
Trump is privately weighing an Iran war exit without a nuclear deal if Hormuz reopens, as Tehran demands compensation and sanctions relief.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 3:46:13 PM
Sheffield United leads Mansfield 1-0 in EFL Cup after Bamford goal
Sheffield United's narrow lead highlights the ongoing challenge of overcoming past setbacks and the need for consistent performance to achieve promotion. The post Sheffield United leads Mansfield 1-0 in EFL Cup after Bamford goal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:43:36 PM
HYPE team unlock sends 433,025 tokens toward exchanges
HyperLabs unlocked 433,025 HYPE worth over $23M, with tokens routed through Flowdesk and exchanges as onchain data shows partial sales.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 3:35:16 PM
Stacks ranks first in Bitfinex report on Bitcoin usage
Stacks' rise in Bitcoin usage highlights the growing importance of Bitcoin layer-2 solutions in enhancing blockchain scalability and DeFi integration. The post Stacks ranks first in Bitfinex report on Bitcoin usage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:28:29 PM
Monaco leads Liverpool as Munoz makes debut in live match
Liverpool's defensive vulnerabilities and disrupted rhythm under Iraola could impact their competitive readiness and strategic cohesion. The post Monaco leads Liverpool as Munoz makes debut in live match appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:28:21 PM
Saylor Drops ‘Doing Business’ Message, Sparks Strategy Bitcoin Mystery
Michael Saylor posted Strategy’s bitcoin chart on Aug. 9 with a two-word caption. Days earlier, the company disclosed another bitcoin sale, leaving 842,138 BTC on the books and raising fresh questions about its next move. Two Words, No Answer Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR), stirred fresh speculation over the...
By Kevin Helms 8/9/2026, 3:21:34 PM
Manchester United leads the race to sign Leicester City teen Louis Page
Manchester United's potential acquisition of Louis Page could bolster their midfield future, while Leicester City may gain crucial financial relief. The post Manchester United leads the race to sign Leicester City teen Louis Page appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:18:31 PM
Saint-Étienne wins 3-0 in Ian Cathro’s coaching debut
Cathro's successful debut could signal a promising turnaround for Saint-tienne, potentially accelerating their return to Ligue 1. The post Saint-Étienne wins 3-0 in Ian Cathro’s coaching debut appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/9/2026, 3:18:27 PM
Satoshi's Bitcoin Fortune Now Worth $71 Billion Amid Recent Selloff
Bitcoin pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto's BTC Stash takes a hit as Bitcoin records a 48% drop from its peak.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 8/9/2026, 3:15:03 PM
Coinbase drops 5 tokens but keeps withdrawals open
coinbase disabled trading for IDEX, LRC, OMNI, PIRATE and FIS across its main platforms, while holders can still withdraw their tokens.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/9/2026, 3:09:59 PM
Ethereum Price Analysis: Is ETH Primed for a Move to $2K Next Week?
Ethereum is attempting to stabilize around $1.9K after its recent recovery, but the broader technical picture remains constrained by major overhead resistance. While short-term structure has improved, ETH still needs a decisive breakout to confirm that buyers are regaining control. Ethereum Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe,...
By Shayan Markets 8/9/2026, 3:07:15 PM
Ripple's Ex Chief Engineer Slams New XRP Ledger Expansion Plan as 'Really Bad Idea'
The new XRP Ledger expansion amendment could destroy decentralization by forcing nodes to store heavy media files forever, warns Matt Hamilton.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/9/2026, 3:02:30 PM
Wall Street put $7B into tokenized funds, but under 1% is actually being used in DeFi
DeFi recorded 99 hacks in the second quarter of 2026, more than any quarter on record in DeFiLlama's database. Real-world tokenized assets in use inside DeFi protocols have since climbed to nearly $3.97 billion, a fresh all-time high. DeFi gives tokenized assets something to do on-chain, turning them into collateral, lending liquidity, or inputs...
By Gino Matos 8/9/2026, 3:00:16 PM