Strategy emerges as key swing factor for Bitcoin rally, Bitfinex says
Bitcoin has climbed above Strategy’s $75,385 average purchase price after gaining roughly 24% last week, making the company’s next treasury decision a key test for the rally, according to Bitfinex analysts. Bitfinex analysts told crypto.news that Strategy’s treasury activity has…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/24/2026, 7:34:17 PM
Bitcoin Trader Down $4.56M Opens New $23M Short on 300 BTC
A wallet tracked by onchain analysts opened its 15th bitcoin short in five days on August 24, a 40x leveraged bet on 300 BTC worth roughly $23.13 million, after 14 straight losing trades wiped out a combined $4.56 million. An Embarrassing Losing Streak Deepens Further The wallet (identified as bowen1476) opened its 15th short position […]
By Shiraz Jagati 8/24/2026, 7:33:29 PM
Scott Bessent’s 3-3-3 deficit plan hits a wall as Congress shows no appetite for spending cuts
The lack of congressional support for spending cuts may lead to higher borrowing costs and market uncertainty, challenging economic growth. The post Scott Bessent’s 3-3-3 deficit plan hits a wall as Congress shows no appetite for spending cuts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:31:27 PM
Strategy Pauses Bitcoin Purchases, Builds $1.59 Billion Cash Reserve
Strategy kept its Bitcoin holdings unchanged for a second straight week while building a new dollar reserve for flexible capital deployment. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 8/24/2026, 7:30:00 PM
Chelsea’s João Pedro scores fastest-ever Matchweek 1 goal in Premier League history at 31 seconds
Joo Pedro's record-setting goal highlights the potential for rapid momentum shifts in football, impacting team strategies and fan experiences. The post Chelsea’s João Pedro scores fastest-ever Matchweek 1 goal in Premier League history at 31 seconds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:29:08 PM
US expands Iran sanctions, avoids targeting major Chinese banks
The U.S. balances pressure on Iran with caution towards China, maintaining geopolitical stability while focusing on economic containment. The post US expands Iran sanctions, avoids targeting major Chinese banks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/24/2026, 7:26:59 PM
Claudia Sheinbaum optimistic about trade deal with Donald Trump as Canada talks collapse
Sheinbaum's optimism amid US-Canada trade tensions highlights potential shifts in North American economic dynamics and geopolitical alliances. The post Claudia Sheinbaum optimistic about trade deal with Donald Trump as Canada talks collapse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:26:01 PM
Coinbase builds a Slack bot that lets AI agents pay for services instantly
Coinbase's AI-driven payment bot could revolutionize business transactions by enabling instant, autonomous service purchases, enhancing efficiency. The post Coinbase builds a Slack bot that lets AI agents pay for services instantly appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:21:36 PM
US to maintain secondary sanctions on Iran until after midterms: Axios
The continuation of sanctions may strain US-Iran relations, influencing geopolitical dynamics and economic conditions post-midterms. The post US to maintain secondary sanctions on Iran until after midterms: Axios appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/24/2026, 7:20:50 PM
Strategy’s USD liquidity reaches $6.69B, enough to cover 47 months of dividends and debt interest
Strategy's liquidity boost enhances financial stability, offering strategic flexibility and investor confidence despite shareholder dilution. The post Strategy’s USD liquidity reaches $6.69B, enough to cover 47 months of dividends and debt interest appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:19:55 PM
Coinbase-affiliated advocacy group endorses candidates for US midterms
With just over two months until the US general election, Stand With Crypto announced its pick for politicians in its efforts to “elect the most pro-crypto Congress in history.”
By Turner Wright 8/24/2026, 7:18:06 PM
Canada announces dollar-for-dollar retaliation against US tariffs, leaves door open for talks
Canada's retaliatory tariffs could escalate trade tensions, impacting economic relations and potentially leading to broader market instability. The post Canada announces dollar-for-dollar retaliation against US tariffs, leaves door open for talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:16:32 PM
CME Group adds ENA reference rates across three regions
CME Group has added three regional U.S. dollar reference rates and real-time indices for Ethena’s ENA token, with daily publication beginning Aug. 24. CME Group adds ENA rates for three market closes CME Group said it had added Ethena (ENA)…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/24/2026, 7:15:25 PM
AscendEX pushes for insolvency and rescue deals as claim portal to launch September 5
Customers may submit balances and documents, yet the exchange still offers no withdrawal timetable or repayment estimate. The post AscendEX pushes for insolvency and rescue deals as claim portal to launch September 5 appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/24/2026, 7:15:18 PM
Canadian PM Carney calls US tariffs ‘an attack in a war’ as trade dispute escalates
The escalating US-Canada trade conflict threatens North American economic stability, potentially disrupting integrated supply chains and industries. The post Canadian PM Carney calls US tariffs ‘an attack in a war’ as trade dispute escalates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:14:50 PM
US Treasury launches quantum-readiness task force to protect financial systems
The task force's efforts highlight the urgent need for global financial systems to adapt to quantum threats, ensuring long-term data security. The post US Treasury launches quantum-readiness task force to protect financial systems appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:13:11 PM
Coinbase tokenized stocks go live on Base with Chainlink price feeds
Coinbase’s B20 equities bring stocks including Apple and Nvidia onchain, allowing eligible non-US users to trade them 24/7 and use them across DeFi.
By Nate Kostar 8/24/2026, 7:11:48 PM
Joao Pedro scores first Premier League goal as Chelsea cruise past West Ham 5-1
Pedro's breakthrough signals Chelsea's offensive depth, boosting their title aspirations and setting a high bar for upcoming matches. The post Joao Pedro scores first Premier League goal as Chelsea cruise past West Ham 5-1 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:11:47 PM
Zcash (ZEC) Explodes to an 8-Year High, But an Analyst Warns of a Major Crash
"You might not like this, but the real value of ZEC lies below $500," one market observer stated.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 8/24/2026, 7:11:29 PM
Mistral partners with HUMAIN on hundreds-of-millions AI collaboration
This collaboration could reshape AI sovereignty in the Middle East, enhancing regional tech autonomy and fostering innovation in regulated sectors. The post Mistral partners with HUMAIN on hundreds-of-millions AI collaboration appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:11:26 PM
Wintermute’s Big XRP Short to Burn Bright if Price Hits $10
The leading market-making enterprise handpicked a flurry of major-caps to go aggressively short on. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 8/24/2026, 7:10:00 PM
Musk says SpaceXAI will launch Nvidia Vera Rubin system into orbit in 2027
SpaceX's AI satellite network could revolutionize global data processing, creating unprecedented opportunities and challenges in space-based computing. The post Musk says SpaceXAI will launch Nvidia Vera Rubin system into orbit in 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:04:55 PM
Strive Stock Soars After 1,110 Bitcoin Buy
Bitcoin Magazine Strive Stock Soars After 1,110 Bitcoin Buy The Nasdaq-listed company made its biggest bitcoin buy in months. This post Strive Stock Soars After 1,110 Bitcoin Buy first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/24/2026, 7:04:45 PM
50% of Nvidia employees have a net worth over $25M, survey finds
Nvidia's wealth distribution highlights the transformative potential of stock plans, impacting regional economies and tech labor dynamics. The post 50% of Nvidia employees have a net worth over $25M, survey finds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:03:31 PM
Tron Inc. Expands TRX Treasury To $245M In Nasdaq Corporate Crypto Bet
Tron Inc. Expands TRX Treasury To $245M In Nasdaq Corporate Crypto Bet - Read the full analysis.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Chelsea nears deal with Nottingham Forest for Liam Delap
Chelsea's transfer of Delap to Nottingham Forest highlights the club's ongoing struggle to integrate young talent effectively. The post Chelsea nears deal with Nottingham Forest for Liam Delap appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:58:15 PM
Mexico plans first Samurai bond issuance since 2024 with multi-part sale
Mexico's Samurai bond issuance could enhance its financial resilience and set a benchmark for Latin American access to Japanese capital. The post Mexico plans first Samurai bond issuance since 2024 with multi-part sale appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:55:04 PM
Alabama AG subpoenas OpenAI over AI model breach of Hugging Face
The incident highlights the urgent need for robust AI safety protocols and could lead to stricter regulations on autonomous AI systems. The post Alabama AG subpoenas OpenAI over AI model breach of Hugging Face appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:51:50 PM
Nvidia’s real contribution to US GDP is being hidden by an accounting quirk
Nvidia's domestic innovation highlights a GDP accounting flaw, underscoring the need to reassess economic metrics in a globalized tech landscape. The post Nvidia’s real contribution to US GDP is being hidden by an accounting quirk appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:47:48 PM
89% of banks are funding digital asset initiatives, but only 16% have actually shipped anything
The gap between investment and implementation in digital assets highlights challenges in execution and the growing influence of fintech competition. The post 89% of banks are funding digital asset initiatives, but only 16% have actually shipped anything appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:46:41 PM
Citadel warns Treasury bond buybacks may weaken dollar, fuel inflation
The expanded bond buyback program may destabilize currency markets, potentially increasing inflation and influencing gold investment strategies. The post Citadel warns Treasury bond buybacks may weaken dollar, fuel inflation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/24/2026, 6:46:04 PM
Zcash price hits 8-year high before retreating below $820
Zcash price surged more than 70% over the past week to an eight-year high near $885 before retreating below $820, as Grayscale’s ETF conversion plan and an NU7 governance vote drew traders toward ZEC. Zcash price pulls back after reaching…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/24/2026, 6:45:07 PM
XRP Enters $40T Government Debt Chat With J.D. Vance
The Treasury Department data now counts beyond $40 trillion in government debt: can XRP solve this issue? Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 8/24/2026, 6:40:00 PM
Six-Figure Bitcoin Price in Sight as BTC Call Options Go Berserk
Bitcoin derivatives markets are running hot while bitcoin’s price tagged an intraday high of $79,989 Monday, with traders stacking billions into futures and options while paying increasingly steep premiums to chase even higher prices. Bitcoin Open Interest Accelerates With the Rally The leverage is showing up plainly in futures open interest,...
By Jamie Redman 8/24/2026, 6:31:11 PM
CryptoQuant analyst reports $215B entered altcoins in three days
The influx of capital into altcoins signals potential shifts in market dynamics, but regulatory clarity and Bitcoin dominance remain critical factors. The post CryptoQuant analyst reports $215B entered altcoins in three days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:29:15 PM
Sam Altman admits he was wrong on AI’s economic timeline
Altman's revised AI timeline highlights the challenge of aligning technological advancements with societal and economic adaptation rates. The post Sam Altman admits he was wrong on AI’s economic timeline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:27:27 PM
US Treasury sets timeline to halt Iran-related activities amidst tensions
The U.S. Treasury's timeline may deepen Iran's economic isolation, affecting geopolitical stability and reducing chances for diplomatic resolutions. The post US Treasury sets timeline to halt Iran-related activities amidst tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/24/2026, 6:26:49 PM
CME Group builds marketplace to hedge AI risks with GPU futures contracts
The introduction of GPU futures contracts could stabilize AI compute costs, enhancing financial predictability and transparency in the tech sector. The post CME Group builds marketplace to hedge AI risks with GPU futures contracts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:19:35 PM
JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley face shareholder suits over buyout advice
The legal shift in Delaware may increase scrutiny on financial advisers, impacting future buyout negotiations and conflict disclosures. The post JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley face shareholder suits over buyout advice appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:19:13 PM
Bitcoin Nears $80K as Crypto Market Cap Hits $2.68T
Bitcoin trades near $78.8K, recovering from $75.5K pullback. Total crypto market cap reaches $2.68T amid improving sentiment and U.S. policy developments. (Read More)
By N/A 8/24/2026, 6:17:24 PM
US Central Command diverts 71 vessels amid Iran maritime tensions
Heightened U.S.-Iran maritime tensions risk disrupting global trade routes, impacting commercial shipping and regional stability. The post US Central Command diverts 71 vessels amid Iran maritime tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/24/2026, 6:15:17 PM
Citadel Securities warns Treasury bond buybacks risk inflation and dollar weakness
Citadel's warning highlights potential economic instability, as Treasury's bond buybacks may exacerbate inflation and weaken the dollar, impacting global markets. The post Citadel Securities warns Treasury bond buybacks risk inflation and dollar weakness appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:15:12 PM
Grayscale Zcash ETF Filing Puts Privacy Coin Back In Regulatory Spotlight
Grayscale Zcash ETF Filing Puts Privacy Coin Back In Regulatory Spotlight - Read the full analysis.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:15:00 PM
ERC-8391 proposes asset status checks for tokenized stocks
Ethereum developer Eric Conner has proposed a common status interface for tokenized assets, as onchain stocks trade continuously while the New York Stock Exchange opens for only 32.5 hours each week. ERC-8392 separates market closures from feed failures EthHub founder…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/24/2026, 6:13:58 PM
Scott Bessent warns of impending economic crisis for Iran amid US-Iran deal talks
Market confidence in US-Iran deal wanes, potentially stalling diplomatic progress and affecting regional stability amid economic concerns. The post Scott Bessent warns of impending economic crisis for Iran amid US-Iran deal talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/24/2026, 6:11:53 PM
Bitcoin ($BTC) Nears $80K as Spot ETF Inflows Surge
Bitcoin rallies to $78,843, fueled by spot ETF demand, derivatives activity, and rising profitability, testing key levels near $80,000. (Read More)
By N/A 8/24/2026, 6:11:09 PM
Zilliqa points to hardware wallet flaw discarding entropy to expose crypto keys, enabling 683M ZIL theft
The post-mortem says 683.13 million ZIL was proven stolen while the bulk scan omitted the four-signature floor. The post Zilliqa points to hardware wallet flaw discarding entropy to expose crypto keys, enabling 683M ZIL theft appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/24/2026, 6:10:16 PM
US launches campaign to isolate Iranian regime amid tensions
The U.S. campaign against Iran may hinder future diplomatic deals, affecting market expectations and increasing geopolitical tensions. The post US launches campaign to isolate Iranian regime amid tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/24/2026, 6:08:45 PM
AMD Quark AI Agent Streamlines Model Quantization Workflows
AMD's Quark AI Agent Skills simplify AI model optimization for PyTorch and ONNX, reducing developer friction and enhancing deployment efficiency. (Read More)
By N/A 8/24/2026, 6:04:32 PM
Australia data-center power use seen rising sevenfold by 2036
The projected surge in data center electricity use in Australia could strain energy infrastructure, necessitating significant investment and planning. The post Australia data-center power use seen rising sevenfold by 2036 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/24/2026, 6:02:17 PM