Strait of Hormuz closure pressures WTI Crude Oil towards $110
Geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions could lead to sustained high oil prices, impacting global economies and energy markets. The post Strait of Hormuz closure pressures WTI Crude Oil towards $110 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 12:40:17 AM
Labour MPs revolt against Starmer amid leadership instability and low ratings
Labour's internal discord could destabilize UK politics, affecting international relations and Starmer's leadership amid rising market doubts. The post Labour MPs revolt against Starmer amid leadership instability and low ratings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 12:37:54 AM
US sanctions target Iran’s oil shipments to China amid rising tensions
The sanctions could strain global oil markets, heighten geopolitical tensions, and challenge U.S.-China relations over compliance issues. The post US sanctions target Iran’s oil shipments to China amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 12:36:24 AM
Beijing considers shipping air defense systems to Iran via third countries as Trump threatens 50% tariffs
Heightened geopolitical tensions and economic pressures could destabilize regional security and global markets, impacting international relations. The post Beijing considers shipping air defense systems to Iran via third countries as Trump threatens 50% tariffs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:35:07 AM
S&P 500 hits new all-time high as $9.6 trillion rally raises questions for crypto
The S&P 500's surge highlights potential shifts in investment strategies, questioning crypto's role and prompting reevaluation of asset diversification. The post S&P 500 hits new all-time high as $9.6 trillion rally raises questions for crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:34:42 AM
LayerZero powers bridging of Ondo tokenized stocks to Hyperliquid
The integration enhances DeFi's appeal by enabling complex trading strategies and increasing equity exposure, but it also raises security and regulatory risks. The post LayerZero powers bridging of Ondo tokenized stocks to Hyperliquid appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:34:27 AM
XRP Ledger Foundation Names Ripple’s David Schwartz Honorary Board Member
Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz joined the XRP Ledger Foundation as an honorary board member, adding technical guidance from one of the ledger’s original architects. The role comes as the Foundation expands leadership across engineering, operations, and community work. XRP Ledger Foundation Adds Schwartz to Honorary Board Role The XRP Ledger...
By Kevin Helms 5/12/2026, 12:30:58 AM
Top Analyst Confirms The Bearish Target: Bitcoin Could Ease Down To $40,000
The latest Bitcoin (BTC) rally is already showing signs of losing momentum, and several analysts warn that a larger correction may be closer. AlejandroBTC—posting on X (formerly Twitter)—called the current price behavior “a dead cat bounce,” suggesting the recent rebound may be near its end and that Bitcoin could be set up for a much deeper drop....
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/12/2026, 12:22:55 AM
Ori Goshen: AI model selection optimized through meta models, Jamba’s architectural advancements enhance efficiency, and rising token costs shift enterprise strategies | TWIST
AI orchestration platforms like Maestro revolutionize enterprise efficiency by optimizing model deployment and cost management. The post Ori Goshen: AI model selection optimized through meta models, Jamba’s architectural advancements enhance efficiency, and rising token costs shift enterprise strategies | TWIST appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:22:04 AM
Pentagon reveals nuclear sub location amid US-Iran tension in Strait of Hormuz
The public display of military power may escalate regional tensions, impacting global trade routes and diplomatic relations in the Middle East. The post Pentagon reveals nuclear sub location amid US-Iran tension in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 12:14:47 AM
Polymarket prices 79% chance of confirmed hantavirus case by May 15
The heightened focus on hantavirus underscores the importance of monitoring zoonotic diseases and their potential for human transmission. The post Polymarket prices 79% chance of confirmed hantavirus case by May 15 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:11:12 AM
Tom Lee slows Bitmine ETH accumulation
Tom Lee has slowed Bitmine ETH purchases after the firm amassed over 5.2 million tokens and 4.3% of Ethereum’s supply. Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) bought 26,659 ETH last week worth roughly $63 million, sharply down from the more than 100,000…
By Peace Longe 5/12/2026, 12:10:00 AM
Saudi Aramco CEO warns Strait of Hormuz closure could cut 100M barrels weekly
A prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure could destabilize global oil markets, impact energy costs, and influence crypto and financial markets. The post Saudi Aramco CEO warns Strait of Hormuz closure could cut 100M barrels weekly appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:09:46 AM
Saudi Aramco CEO warns oil market normalization hinges on Iran conflict resolution
Prolonged conflict risks historic oil supply shock, straining global reserves and highlighting infrastructure underinvestment vulnerabilities. The post Saudi Aramco CEO warns oil market normalization hinges on Iran conflict resolution appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:09:36 AM
Can Toncoin (TON) Lose All Gains? Ethereum (ETH) $2,000 Plunge Is Possible, Shiba Inu (SHIB) Price Is in Strongest State Since March: Crypto Market Review
The market is showing mixed dynamic as assets like Toncoin and Ethereum struggle, while Shiba Inu shows strengh.
By Arman Shirinyan 5/12/2026, 12:01:00 AM
CLARITY Act Vote Faces Scoring Pressure Ahead of Senate Banking Markup
Senate Banking Committee members face scorecard pressure as Stand With Crypto plans to score recorded CLARITY Act markup votes. The group says it represents more than 2.9 million U.S. advocates. Senate Banking Markup Puts CLARITY Act Scorecard in Focus Senate Banking Committee members face new scorecard pressure ahead of the May 14 CLARITY Act...
By Kevin Helms 5/11/2026, 11:50:36 PM
HSBC raises S&P 500 target to 7,650 as Wall Street bets big on AI-driven earnings
AI-driven earnings optimism could reshape investment strategies, but uncertainties in economic policies and global risks may temper expectations. The post HSBC raises S&P 500 target to 7,650 as Wall Street bets big on AI-driven earnings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 11:46:08 PM
UK government sanctions 12 individuals and entities linked to Iran’s shadow banking network
The UK's sanctions amplify international pressure on Iran, potentially straining its financial networks and diplomatic relations further. The post UK government sanctions 12 individuals and entities linked to Iran’s shadow banking network appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 11:45:04 PM
SUI Price is Up 40% Since Last Week; What Coming Next?
The SUI price gave a decisive breakout from the traditional reversal pattern called double-bottom setup. SUI supply crunch…
By Sahil Mahadik 5/11/2026, 11:39:19 PM
Strategy Says Its Software Business Is Quietly Powering Its Bitcoin Machine
Strategy’s Phong Le pushed back against the idea that the company’s Bitcoin identity can be separated from its legacy software business, arguing that the two sides now reinforce each other operationally, financially, and culturally. In a post on X, Le said Strategy’s success is “rooted in more than Bitcoin on our balance sheet,” framing the […]
By Jake Simmons 5/11/2026, 11:30:20 PM
Ethereum Cools Off Below $2,450 – Lower Leverage Sets The Stage For A Breakout
Ethereum is testing resistance as the market heats up and buyers attempt to force a decisive break above the level that has capped the recovery for nearly a month. The price action is building toward a resolution — and top analyst Darkfost has examined the derivatives data behind the current setup in a way that adds structural context to both the...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 5/11/2026, 11:30:20 PM
Ronin Ethereum launches Layer 2 migration
Ronin Ethereum is migrating to a Layer 2 on May 12 with roughly 10 hours of scheduled downtime. Ronin, the gaming-focused blockchain behind Axie Infinity, is executing a hard fork on May 12 to complete its transition from an independent…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 11:25:00 PM
OpenAI employees sell shares worth $30M each in massive tender offer
The tender offer highlights the growing trend of tokenized equity, potentially reshaping private investment access and regulatory landscapes. The post OpenAI employees sell shares worth $30M each in massive tender offer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 11:22:25 PM
Ripple Prime secures $200M debt facility from Neuberger Specialty Finance to supercharge institutional lending
Ripple Prime's $200M facility could boost institutional crypto adoption, but it also introduces financial obligations and concentration risks. The post Ripple Prime secures $200M debt facility from Neuberger Specialty Finance to supercharge institutional lending appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 11:21:26 PM
CLARITY Act Heads To Key Markup—Latest Details And What To Know Before May 14
The long-awaited CLARITY Act is nearing a major turning point in Washington, with the Senate Banking Committee scheduled to hold its long-delayed markup on Thursday, May 14. The bill’s path has already included significant setbacks. After major disputes emerged earlier in the year—when the committee first postponed action—the markup was pushed...
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/11/2026, 11:12:47 PM
Moonpay Moves Into AI-Native Trading With Dawn Labs Acquisition and Dawn CLI Launch
Moonpay revealed it acquired Dawn Labs on Monday and launched Dawn CLI, an artificial intelligence (AI)-native trading tool that converts plain English strategy descriptions into autonomous trade execution on supported venues. Moonpay Buys Dawn Labs and Pushes AI Trading Agent Dawn CLI Into Live Crypto Markets Prediction markets have grown into...
By Jamie Redman 5/11/2026, 11:08:52 PM
Intel, Micron and Qualcomm shares jump to records at open
The semiconductor surge highlights AI's transformative impact on tech markets, with potential volatility if AI growth or supply dynamics shift. The post Intel, Micron and Qualcomm shares jump to records at open appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 10:58:32 PM
Sumsub CEO warns AI fraud outpaces compliance
Crypto compliance demand is surging as AI fraud evolves faster than firms can respond, Sumsub CEO Andrew Sever says. Crypto compliance firms are reporting a sharp rise in demand as AI fraud attacks become faster, more sophisticated, and harder to…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 10:35:00 PM
US stocks open lower as Dow, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all slide into the red
Market volatility underscores investor anxiety over AI profitability, geopolitical tensions, and mixed tech earnings, impacting future confidence. The post US stocks open lower as Dow, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all slide into the red appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 10:34:19 PM
US redirects 62 ships since start of Hormuz blockade as humanitarian concerns mount
The blockade's escalation threatens global trade stability, exacerbates humanitarian crises, and may drive increased demand for cryptocurrencies. The post US redirects 62 ships since start of Hormuz blockade as humanitarian concerns mount appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 10:31:43 PM
Galaxy Digital and Sharplink Launch $125 Million Institutional DeFi Yield Fund
The two companies entered into a non-binding agreement to launch a $125 million initiative that seeks to put Sharplink’s ETH treasury to work. The company stated that the funds will be deployed across onchain liquidity strategies and in support of early-stage protocols. Sharplink and Galaxy Partner To Deploy $125M DeFi Ecosystem Liquidity Fund...
By Sergio Goschenko 5/11/2026, 10:30:00 PM
Circle stock rallies 15% as Wall Street sees further upside in stablecoin adoption
Circle shares surged as analysts pointed to expanding stablecoin use cases and forecast significant upside as USDC adoption continues to gain traction.
By Sam Bourgi 5/11/2026, 10:25:00 PM
Morgan Stanley triggers crypto fee war on exchanges
Morgan Stanley launched a crypto price war on E*Trade at 50 basis points, undercutting Coinbase and Schwab. Morgan Stanley has launched a crypto trading pilot on its ETrade platform at 50 basis points per trade, immediately undercutting every major retail…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 10:20:00 PM
Ethics remain a sticking point as crypto market structure bill goes to markup
After months of delays, the Senate Banking Committee has set a Thursday markup for the CLARITY Act, but it would still need some Democrats’ support to pass on the Senate floor.
By Turner Wright 5/11/2026, 10:20:00 PM
Israel establishes secret military outpost in Iraq to support Iran air campaign
The secret outpost in Iraq highlights escalating regional tensions and deep US-Israeli military ties, impacting future Middle East dynamics. The post Israel establishes secret military outpost in Iraq to support Iran air campaign appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 10:09:51 PM
Ethereum Leverage Ratio Sees Sharp Drop: What It Means
Data shows the Estimated Leverage Ratio has seen a sharp decline for Ethereum on Binance, a sign that traders have been pulling back on risk. Ethereum Leverage Ratio Has Dropped To A Value Of 0.57 As pointed out by an analyst in a CryptoQuant Quicktake post, speculative activity in the Binance Ethereum derivatives market has […]
By Keshav Verma 5/11/2026, 10:00:40 PM
Can Bitcoin Price Cross $200,000? Pundit Reveals 3-Year Roadmap For Success
A crypto analyst has laid out a bold Bitcoin price forecast for the next three years, predicting an ultimate target above $200,000 by 2028. In the analysis, he outlines several key catalysts expected to drive BTC toward these projected milestones each year. These catalysts include a range of driving forces such as macroeconomic shifts,...
By Scott Matherson 5/11/2026, 10:00:08 PM
XRP Can Now Be Minted Directly On DeFi – No Bridge Needed
Universal XRP DeFi infrastructure finally arrives: Flare’s XRPFi second phase arrives with more vault choice & direct minting. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 5/11/2026, 9:56:00 PM
21Shares to launch HYPE ETF tomorrow as Hyperliquid gains Wall Street access
21Shares will launch its Hyperliquid ETF as HYPE more than doubles from January lows and issuers race for spot exposure. The post 21Shares to launch HYPE ETF tomorrow as Hyperliquid gains Wall Street access appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 9:54:43 PM
South Koreans Pull $41B From Crypto as Bitcoin Slump Pushes Cash Into Stocks
The total value of virtual assets held by South Korean investors plummeted by over $41 billion in roughly one year, according to Bank of Korea data. Massive Capital Migration to Stocks The value of virtual assets held by domestic investors in South Korea has plummeted by more than $41 billion (60 trillion won) over the […]
By Terence Zimwara 5/11/2026, 9:50:44 PM
Solana ETF inflows show demand returning as traders eye SOL rally to $120
Solana ETFs recorded their strongest weekly inflow since February as SOL futures open interest climbed nearly 30%. Is SOL bracing for a rally to $120?
By Biraajmaan Tamuly 5/11/2026, 9:47:41 PM
American Bitcoin defends cheapest US miner status
American Bitcoin mined coins at $36,200 each in Q1 2026, cutting costs 23% and posting a 50% gross margin. American Bitcoin (ABTC), the Bitcoin mining company backed by the Trump family, cut its cost per coin 23% to roughly $36,200…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 9:45:00 PM
Bitcoin Pulls In $706M as Traders Abandon Short Positions in Massive Sentiment Shift
While Bitcoin dominated headlines, Solana and XRP investment products also recorded sharp increases in activity.
By Chayanika Deka 5/11/2026, 9:43:40 PM
Bitmine slows ETH accumulation, declares ‘crypto spring’ as Tom Lee cites bullish drivers
Bitmine's rapid ETH accumulation and staking strategy could centralize Ethereum's network, posing risks to decentralization and market stability. The post Bitmine slows ETH accumulation, declares ‘crypto spring’ as Tom Lee cites bullish drivers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 9:43:06 PM
Tokenized RWA market reaches $30.9B, up 44% year-to-date as government bonds dominate
The surge in tokenized RWAs, led by government bonds, highlights a shift towards blockchain for liquidity and efficiency, challenging traditional finance. The post Tokenized RWA market reaches $30.9B, up 44% year-to-date as government bonds dominate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 9:39:19 PM
Aster offers fee-free swaps between USDC and USDT for 30 days
Aster's fee-free swap promotion may intensify competition, pushing stablecoin conversion fees toward zero, benefiting active traders. The post Aster offers fee-free swaps between USDC and USDT for 30 days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 9:39:03 PM
Troels Lund Poulsen tasked with forming Denmark’s new center-right government
Denmark's political shift towards a center-right government may influence future policy directions, though defense support for Ukraine remains steadfast. The post Troels Lund Poulsen tasked with forming Denmark’s new center-right government appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 9:37:14 PM
US considers military action to open Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions
Escalating US-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil supply chains, heightening geopolitical and economic risks. The post US considers military action to open Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 9:29:24 PM
IREN Nvidia deal signals $3.4B AI pivot
IREN has signed a $3.4 billion IREN Nvidia deal to deploy up to 5 gigawatts of AI infrastructure over five years. Bitcoin miner turned AI infrastructure provider IREN has announced a five-year, $3.4 billion AI cloud contract with Nvidia, alongside…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 9:20:00 PM
White House Crypto Advisor Fires Back At Bank CEOs In Stablecoin Rewards Clash
As the highly anticipated markup of the crypto market structure bill approaches, the White House’s top crypto advisor has slammed the banking industry’s CEOs amid efforts to reopen the stablecoin rewards debate. Related Reading: Trump Media’s Crypto Bet Implodes With Massive $406M Quarterly Loss ABA CEO Urges Banks To Block Stablecoin Rewards On...
By Rubmar Garcia 5/11/2026, 9:19:00 PM