Danfoss expects data-center sales to double amid AI boom
Danfoss's growth in data-center cooling solutions highlights the increasing importance of energy efficiency in AI infrastructure development. The post Danfoss expects data-center sales to double amid AI boom appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 6:21:21 AM
Pi Network’s credibility gap: real infrastructure, unverified partnerships, and the $0.09 question
Protocol 27 is the final planned upgrade. ESMA registered the whitepaper. But PayPal integration remains unconfirmed, RoboPay is disputed, and PI trades at a fraction of its peak. What is real and what is not. Every few weeks, a headline…
By dev 8/21/2026, 6:05:13 AM
CME, Kalshi Executives Clash Over Prediction Market Regulation
Thursday's CFTC meeting exposed disagreements over how event contracts should be policed, with manipulation and protections driving debate over oversight rules. The post CME, Kalshi Executives Clash Over Prediction Market Regulation appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 8/21/2026, 6:03:32 AM
Bitcoin miners spend $5.1B chasing AI revenue
Nine Bitcoin miners spent $5.11 billion on capital assets while reporting $341.2 million in AI and HPC revenue during the first half.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 5:56:40 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 Ezra Reguerra 8/21/2026, 5:53:11 AM
MANTRA token plunges 18% to record low as blockchain halts after exploit
The token touched $0.004126 minutes before the network stopped producing blocks, while MANTRA later said an attacker exploited a vulnerability in software used by the chain.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/21/2026, 5:52:27 AM
South Korean lawmakers seek expanded FIU powers over unregistered crypto firms
The proposal would let the FIU investigate suspected violations and refer unregistered crypto operators directly to law enforcement.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/21/2026, 5:47:16 AM
US plans unprecedented sanctions on Iran, escalating tensions: Bessent
The sanctions could further destabilize regional relations and diminish prospects for future diplomatic agreements between the U.S. and Iran. The post US plans unprecedented sanctions on Iran, escalating tensions: Bessent appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 5:46:17 AM
Aston Villa faces squad challenges after selling three key players
Aston Villa's squad depth and cohesion face challenges, risking inconsistency in multiple competitions despite financial gains from sales. The post Aston Villa faces squad challenges after selling three key players appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 5:37:25 AM
Two ETH Whales Offload $63 Million as Selling Pressure Builds
Onchain trackers flagged two large ether sell-offs within hours of each other on August 21, as a popular whale known as ‘7 Siblings’ and a separate wallet dumped a combined $63 million in ETH and staked ETH. A 14,000 ETH Sale Blockchain analytics platform Lookonchain reported that the whale entity known as 7 Siblings sold […]
By Shiraz Jagati 8/21/2026, 5:35:41 AM
President Trump crypto profits called inappropriate by 63%: poll
A Reuters/Ipsos poll found 63% of Americans consider Trump family crypto profits inappropriate, with opinions divided sharply by party.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 5:35:11 AM
Clearpool develops lending protocol on XRP Ledger with XLS-66 and XLS-65
The development could enhance XRP Ledger's financial ecosystem, potentially boosting institutional adoption and increasing XRP's market utility. The post Clearpool develops lending protocol on XRP Ledger with XLS-66 and XLS-65 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 5:33:05 AM
Ripple backs RLUSD credit fund as XRP surges 26% this week
Ripple's strategic expansion into institutional finance could enhance XRP's market position, potentially driving long-term growth and stability. The post Ripple backs RLUSD credit fund as XRP surges 26% this week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 5:32:51 AM
OpenAI IPO pause raises questions about Anthropic’s public offering plans
OpenAI's IPO pause may signal broader market or regulatory challenges, potentially affecting Anthropic's valuation and strategic decisions. The post OpenAI IPO pause raises questions about Anthropic’s public offering plans appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 5:30:28 AM
Ripple backs an RLUSD credit fund amid XRP's best week in months
Clearpool and Cicada Partners are building an institutional lending product using RLUSD, though the XRP Ledger features underpinning it are still awaiting activation.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/21/2026, 5:29:48 AM
South Korea plans chip windfall fund to support youth, AI investment
South Korea's strategic fund aims to transform tech windfalls into long-term economic resilience, focusing on youth, AI, and global supply chains. The post South Korea plans chip windfall fund to support youth, AI investment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 5:25:59 AM
The $3 billion short squeeze: anatomy of crypto’s biggest liquidation event since 2021
Six weeks of bearish positioning ended in 24 hours. Here is how the trade unwound, who got caught, and whether the squeeze has legs. Crypto derivatives markets had been building toward this moment for six weeks. Open interest in Bitcoin…
By Andrew Folkler 8/21/2026, 5:25:26 AM
Pepe Price Forecast: Whale activity, retail speculation fuel fresh PEPE rally
Pepe (PEPE) maintains a steady upward bias on Friday, following two consecutive days of 11% gains. Recovery in PEPE aligns with renewed demand among large-wallet holders, commonly referred to as whales, triggering a transfer of supply from exchanges to top addresses.
By N/A 8/21/2026, 5:25:12 AM
Capital.com plans UAE spot crypto launch after license
Capital.com plans to let UAE clients buy and hold crypto after affiliate Capital Vault secured dealing and custody authorization.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 5:19:50 AM
Australia charges man for trying to inform Russia on Ukrainian military activities
Australia's legal action underscores global vigilance on intelligence activities, potentially reshaping geopolitical dynamics in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The post Australia charges man for trying to inform Russia on Ukrainian military activities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 5:10:55 AM
Bitcoin Rockets Past $75K as Analyst Declares the Bull Market Has Begun
Numerous altcoins have recorded more impressive gains today, led by Ripple's XRP.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/21/2026, 5:09:15 AM
MANTRA token sinks 18% to record low amid blockchain halt
The token recovered to about $0.0044 after setting a new low, while exchanges paused deposits and withdrawals from the halted MANTRA Chain.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/21/2026, 5:04:52 AM
US officials assure no imminent large-scale bombing in Iran conflict
The U.S. assurance reduces immediate military escalation fears, impacting market perceptions and decreasing the likelihood of Iran's airspace closure. The post US officials assure no imminent large-scale bombing in Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 5:02:47 AM
MANTRA price falls 10% as network halts transactions
MANTRA Chain halted validators and transactions during an incident investigation, freezing asset transfers with no restart timeline announced.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 5:00:13 AM
BTCS used Ethereum to repay Aave debt and ended Q2 with just $317,000 in cash
Most of its $89.3 million balance sheet remained tied to digital assets, staking and DeFi positions. The post BTCS used Ethereum to repay Aave debt and ended Q2 with just $317,000 in cash appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/21/2026, 5:00:12 AM
Hyperliquid Briefly Flips Dogecoin In Market Cap As HYPE Rally Extends
Hyperliquid Briefly Flips Dogecoin In Market Cap As HYPE Rally Extends - Read the full analysis.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 5:00:00 AM
Bitcoin, ether and solana climb as another $1 billion shorts get wiped out
The two-day short liquidation total has reached about $3.8 billion, after Thursday's figure set a record going back to 2021.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/21/2026, 4:56:30 AM
Binance founder CZ says ‘tokenize everything’ to attract investors
CZ says tokenized assets could help countries attract foreign capital, while backing issuance across multiple blockchain networks.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 4:48:20 AM
Solana Price Forecast: ETF inflows, improving liquidity conditions lift SOL
Solana (SOL) extends its strong weekly gains, up more than 19% so far this week, and is approaching the key 200-day EMA at $89 on Friday. This bullish price action is supported by crypto markets continuing to cheer the US Treasury’s decision to double its debt buyback operations.
By N/A 8/21/2026, 4:47:01 AM
JD Vance backs economic pressure as key to US strategy on Iran
Economic pressure on Iran may hinder diplomatic resolutions, potentially escalating tensions and impacting global markets and nuclear negotiations. The post JD Vance backs economic pressure as key to US strategy on Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 4:40:39 AM
Apple, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Samsung face class action suits over AI voice training
These lawsuits could reshape data privacy norms, emphasizing stricter consent and transparency requirements for AI training practices. The post Apple, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Samsung face class action suits over AI voice training appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 4:37:35 AM
Upbit lists 4 altcoins in South Korea with 8 pairs
Upbit will add BTC and USDT pairs for BICO, BMT, NIL and GWEI at 16:00 KST after postponing the launch by three hours.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 4:32:34 AM
After 100 Hours of 3D Printing, a Student Built a Modular Arm for His Sister
More than 100 hours of 3D printing went into a modular prosthetic arm that Vitaliy Bondarchuk, an engineering student at Bob Jones University, built for his 7-year-old sister, Bella. Designed with interchangeable attachments for everyday tasks and improved comfort, the device is already part of her daily routine and targets a gap in affordable...
By Guest Author 8/21/2026, 4:30:26 AM
Binance launches Agent OS and MCP trading server
Binance Agent OS connects approved AI applications to market data, account transfers and crypto trading through controlled permissions.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 4:21:31 AM
Cardano Foundation Drafts Dijkstra Upgrade For Smart Contract Execution
Cardano Foundation Drafts Dijkstra Upgrade For Smart Contract Execution - Read the full analysis.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 4:15:00 AM
HMRC sends 81,172 crypto tax warnings in one year
HMRC sent 81,172 crypto tax warnings in 2025/26 as the UK prepares to receive broader customer data from trading platforms.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 4:07:08 AM
Bitcoin news: BTC reclaims $74,000 as ETFs see $5.3B volume
Bitcoin’s latest rally has been backed by a sharp increase in institutional activity. U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded more than $5.3 billion in trading volume as BTC reclaimed $74,000 for the first time in 86 days. BlackRock’s IBIT dominated activity with $4.44 billion in volume. Fidelity’s FBTC came next at $438 million and Grayscale at …
By Debashree Patra 8/21/2026, 4:03:36 AM
Binance says 2 employees cleared after UAE detention
Binance says two employees detained in the UAE were questioned about third-party fund flows, cleared and subsequently released.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 3:53:02 AM
CFTC proposes ending SEF order book mandate
The CFTC has proposed removing a 13-year-old order book requirement for certain swap transactions, with public comments due within 30 days of its Federal Register publication. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission said in an Aug. 20 regulatory notice that it…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/21/2026, 3:49:46 AM
Ethereum spot ETFs purchase $189M in ETH, largest single-day inflow in 10 months
The renewed institutional interest in Ethereum ETFs signals a potential shift in market sentiment, impacting ETH's liquidity and price dynamics. The post Ethereum spot ETFs purchase $189M in ETH, largest single-day inflow in 10 months appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 3:38:45 AM
Franklin Templeton gets SEC clearance to add BENJI to ETFs
Franklin Templeton has secured U.S. regulatory clearance that could place its $726 million tokenized money-market fund inside conventional mutual funds and ETFs as early as the fourth quarter. SEC clearance allows Franklin funds to hold BENJI The U.S. Securities and…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/21/2026, 3:36:21 AM
Capital.com plans UAE spot crypto services after affiliate wins licence
UAE clients will be able to buy and hold crypto through Capital.com’s app, expanding beyond price exposure through contracts for difference.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/21/2026, 3:33:11 AM
Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – Bulls in control with BTC heading toward $80,000, ETH $2,500, XRP $1.50
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) are extending their rallies as bullish momentum strengthens and continue to cheer the US Treasury’s decision to double its debt buyback operations. BTC has climbed nearly 20%, ETH over 25% and XRP nearly 30% so far this week.
By N/A 8/21/2026, 3:31:26 AM
Garlinghouse Says 67M US Crypto Owners Show Industry Has Gone Mainstream
Garlinghouse Says 67M US Crypto Owners Show Industry Has Gone Mainstream - Read the full analysis.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 3:30:00 AM
Crypto Overview: Bitcoin eyes $75,000 breakout as Ethena and Pump.fun extend rally
Bitcoin (BTC) maintains its steady recovery toward $75,000 on Friday, following the US Treasury announcement of at least $4 billion of long-term bond buybacks.
By N/A 8/21/2026, 3:19:10 AM
Zcash miner buys 9.4% of merger target that warns failed deal could end in liquidation
The private placement gives Fortitude 9.4% at a 22% premium while HeartSciences’ vote date remains unset. The post Zcash miner buys 9.4% of merger target that warns failed deal could end in liquidation appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/21/2026, 3:00:10 AM
XRP Reclaims $1.10 As Traders Watch Breakout Momentum
XRP Reclaims $1.10 As Traders Watch Breakout Momentum - Read the full analysis.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 2:45:00 AM
Ship crossings in Strait of Hormuz drop amid US-Iran tensions: Reuters
The reduced ship crossings highlight escalating geopolitical tensions, potentially disrupting global trade and impacting energy markets. The post Ship crossings in Strait of Hormuz drop amid US-Iran tensions: Reuters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 2:43:28 AM
Hawkish RBI minutes spark volatility in India’s bond market
RBI's hawkish stance may trigger higher borrowing costs, impacting global markets by strengthening the US dollar and pressuring gold prices. The post Hawkish RBI minutes spark volatility in India’s bond market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 2:37:57 AM
Hungary Repeals Strict Crypto Rules to Align With EU MiCA Framework
The Hungarian parliament voted to repeal the provisions that required a validation check for crypto asset conversions to be legal. The move also removes crypto-related offenses imposing penalties of up to eight years of imprisonment from the national criminal code. Hungary Decriminalizes Crypto Assets’ Offenses in Line With MiCA Implementation...
By Sergio Goschenko 8/21/2026, 2:30:29 AM