Hot inflation data pours cold water on Federal Reserve rate cut hopes
Bitcoin was trading at $80,814 following the news, down 1.2% over the past 24 hours.
By James Van Straten 5/12/2026, 12:47:06 PM
MARA sells 20,880 Bitcoin for $1.5 billion in Q1 as firm doubles down on AI
MARA's strategic pivot towards AI and energy infrastructure highlights a shift in leveraging digital assets for diversified growth and stability. The post MARA sells 20,880 Bitcoin for $1.5 billion in Q1 as firm doubles down on AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/12/2026, 12:44:52 PM
US inflation in April, highest in three years amid oil price surge
The inflation surge may lead the Fed to prioritize inflation control over rate cuts, impacting monetary policy and market expectations. The post US inflation in April, highest in three years amid oil price surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 12:41:57 PM
Bitcoin Price Reacts as U.S. Inflation Rises to Highest Level Since May 2023
US inflation numbers are heating up, with experts suggesting a return to COVID era.
By George Georgiev 5/12/2026, 12:40:47 PM
Elon Musk joins Trump in China for high-stakes meeting with Xi
The summit's outcome could reshape global trade dynamics, impacting tech collaboration, crypto markets, and economic stability worldwide. The post Elon Musk joins Trump in China for high-stakes meeting with Xi appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:38:48 PM
Boundary to launch verifiable institutional stablecoin USBD in summer 2026
USBD's launch could redefine institutional finance by enhancing transparency and compliance, potentially increasing stablecoin adoption in regulated sectors. The post Boundary to launch verifiable institutional stablecoin USBD in summer 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:37:48 PM
European Union expands sanctions on Iran over Strait of Hormuz navigation issues, and crypto is caught in the crossfire
The EU's expanded sanctions on Iran could destabilize global crypto markets, highlighting the complex interplay between geopolitics and digital finance. The post European Union expands sanctions on Iran over Strait of Hormuz navigation issues, and crypto is caught in the crossfire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:37:08 PM
XRP POWER launches an AI-assisted retirement income model, offering up to $7,000 in daily earnings
XRP POWER introduces AI retirement income model amid rising demand for digital wealth planning tools. In recent years, with changes in global demographics and rising living costs, more and more users are focusing on long-term financial planning and retirement income…
By Guest Post 5/12/2026, 12:37:02 PM
April US inflation YoY, above expectations, complicates Fed rate outlook
Persistent inflation pressures, influenced by geopolitical tensions, may delay Fed rate cuts, impacting economic stability and market dynamics. The post April US inflation YoY, above expectations, complicates Fed rate outlook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 12:36:29 PM
US CPI rise, geopolitical tensions lower 2026 Fed rate cut odds
Persistent inflation and geopolitical tensions may delay Fed rate cuts, impacting economic stability and increasing recession risks by 2026. The post US CPI rise, geopolitical tensions lower 2026 Fed rate cut odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 12:36:23 PM
CleanSpark stock slides 9% as quarterly earnings miss estimates on bitcoin holdings loss
CleanSpark reported a net loss of $378.3 million for the quarter ending on March 31, a steep increase from the $138.8 million loss reported the same period last year.
By Olivier Acuna 5/12/2026, 12:35:20 PM
DTCC taps Chainlink to power 24/7 near real-time collateral management across global markets and blockchains
The integration could revolutionize financial markets by enhancing efficiency, transparency, and risk management through blockchain technology. The post DTCC taps Chainlink to power 24/7 near real-time collateral management across global markets and blockchains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/12/2026, 12:33:55 PM
Bitcoin struggles at key technical levels, awaits US CPI data for fresh volatility
Key takeaways Bitcoin trades around $81,000, maintaining a bullish bias but facing resistance at the 200-day EMA. Traders await the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, which could trigger volatility in BTC and risky assets. US CPI report could drive volatility for Bitcoin Bitcoin traders are awaiting the release of the US Consumer Price Index […]...
By Hassan Maishera 5/12/2026, 12:32:57 PM
Bitget Faces ZachXBT Firestorm After $480 Million LAB Wallet Withdrawals
Bitget is facing renewed scrutiny after Lookonchain reported that ten fresh wallets withdrew 100 million LAB tokens, worth about $480.33 million, from the exchange over a 12-hour window. The transfers represented 32.26% of LAB’s circulating supply, according to the on-chain tracker, adding fresh fuel to allegations from ZachXBT and other analysts...
By Jake Simmons 5/12/2026, 12:30:21 PM
Strait of Hormuz closure leads to 1B-barrel oil shortfall, ADNOC CEO reports
The closure exacerbates geopolitical tensions, destabilizes oil markets, and pressures global economies reliant on stable energy supplies. The post Strait of Hormuz closure leads to 1B-barrel oil shortfall, ADNOC CEO reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 12:27:51 PM
Yardeni Research President Raises 2026 Year-End S&P 500 Forecast – Here’s His Prediction
The president of sell-side Wall Street firm Yardeni Research says his company is raising their 2026 S&P 500 forecast amid a strong earnings environment. In a new CNBC interview, Ed Yardeni notes their projection increased from 7,700 to 8,250 by year-end. “I’ve been bullish but not bullish enough. As it turns out, the earnings estimates […] The...
By Conor Devitt 5/12/2026, 12:25:16 PM
Stellar holds a bullish bias as momentum indicators improve
Key takeaways Stellar continues consolidating between its 50-day and 100-day EMAs. CryptoQuant data suggests a neutral-to-bullish outlook for XLM. On-chain and derivatives data support a mild bullish outlook Stellar traded cautiously on Tuesday, but improving on-chain activity and derivatives positioning continued to support expectations for a...
By Hassan Maishera 5/12/2026, 12:20:05 PM
If Ethereum reclaims $3,500 from its current $2.3k level, smaller caps like Little Pepe could deliver 10x–40x faster gains
Ethereum eyes $3,500 breakout as LILPEPE presale momentum builds amid broader crypto recovery. For the current trading range around $2.3K in Ethereum, many people are paying close attention since it seems that the cryptocurrency has a good potential to break…
By Samuel Msiska 5/12/2026, 12:16:47 PM
EBay rejects GameStop’s $56B takeover bid, market odds drop sharply
The rejection highlights challenges in GameStop's expansion strategy, impacting market confidence and reflecting broader economic caution. The post EBay rejects GameStop’s $56B takeover bid, market odds drop sharply appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 12:15:43 PM
DTCC builds out blockchain-based collateral system with Chainlink integration
The platform tokenizes collateral on blockchain rails and uses smart contracts to enable 24/7 automated collateral management across financial markets.
By Francisco Rodrigues 5/12/2026, 12:15:00 PM
Morgan Stanley sees ‘spicier’ CPI as inflation week kicks off
A hotter CPI could delay rate cuts, impacting risk assets and crypto markets, as investors reassess economic conditions and inflation trends. The post Morgan Stanley sees ‘spicier’ CPI as inflation week kicks off appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 12:12:55 PM
Sui price up over 30% in a week, can bulls reclaim $1.50?
Sui price continued consolidating near recent highs on Monday after posting one of the strongest weekly rallies among major cryptocurrencies, raising expectations that bulls could soon attempt a retest of the key $1.50 resistance level. According to data from crypto.news,…
By Rony Roy 5/12/2026, 12:10:00 PM
Best Crypto Presale to Buy as Bitcoin ETF Inflows Top $1.6 Billion and the Window to Enter Before Listing Closes Fast
The post Best Crypto Presale to Buy as Bitcoin ETF Inflows Top $1.6 Billion and the Window to Enter Before Listing Closes Fast appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The best crypto presale to buy right now is the one that still carries a listing event ahead, and BITCOIN ETF inflows topping $1.6 billion over three sessions this week confirm why...
By PR Manager 5/12/2026, 12:08:48 PM
How trader turned $420 into $1.3 million on Polymarket
A full-time sports analyst has emerged as one of the biggest success stories on cryptocurrency-based prediction market platform Polymarket, reportedly … Continue reading The post How trader turned $420 into $1.3 million on Polymarket appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 5/12/2026, 12:02:13 PM
$NXT Lists on OKX Boost, KuCoin, MEXC, and LBank as AI-Powered Entertainment Comes to Web3
NEXST, the AI-driven entertainment infrastructure building the next generation of immersive fan engagement, has announced that its native token, $NXT, will begin trading globally on May 12, 2026, on four major platforms: OKX Boost, KuCoin, MEXC, and LBank. The $NXT TGE marks the launch of the core utility asset powering the NEXST AI Entertainment...
By PR DESK 5/12/2026, 12:01:33 PM
Iran’s Hormuz blockade prompts global trade route redesign amid tensions
The Hormuz blockade's persistence forces a strategic shift in global trade, highlighting vulnerabilities and prompting long-term route changes. The post Iran’s Hormuz blockade prompts global trade route redesign amid tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 12:01:16 PM
Bhutan’s Gelephu Mindfulness City unveils fast-track licensing for global finance and crypto firms
GMC launches fast-track licensing for globally regulated financial firms. New framework combines licensing and banking into a single setup process. DK Bank guarantees accounts and digital asset services for all GMC firms. Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), Bhutan’s Special Administrative Region for economic development, has introduced an accelerated...
By News Team 5/12/2026, 12:00:27 PM
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP stuck below key supply zones ahead of US inflation report
Cryptocurrency prices are struggling due to mounting overhead pressure on Tuesday, and traders await the release of April’s US inflation data. Bitcoin (BTC) hovers below $81,000, with support at $80,000 holding at the time of writing.
By N/A 5/12/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Anchorage withdraws from Robinhood and Kraken-backed stablecoin group
Anchorage's shift highlights a trend where federally regulated crypto firms prioritize neutrality, impacting stablecoin market dynamics. The post Anchorage withdraws from Robinhood and Kraken-backed stablecoin group appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 11:49:45 AM
How the CLARITY Act Could Change Crypto Regulation in the U.S.
Learn how the CLARITY Act could reshape U.S. crypto regulation, SEC/CFTC oversight, exchanges, tokens, DeFi, and investor risk.
By Maya Collins 5/12/2026, 11:48:55 AM
US housing market sees record gap of 630,000 more sellers than buyers
The unprecedented seller surplus in the US housing market could lead to significant price corrections, impacting homeowners and shifting investment trends. The post US housing market sees record gap of 630,000 more sellers than buyers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 11:48:50 AM
Wells Fargo lifts Ether ETF holdings in Q1 as Bitcoin positions shift
Wells Fargo lifted Ether ETF exposure while rotating Bitcoin holdings and sharply increasing its Strategy stake, per its Q1 2026 13F filings.
By Helen Partz 5/12/2026, 11:48:37 AM
XRP Inflows at 5-Month High: Why Institutional Giants Are Flocking Back to Ripple
Inflows into spot XRP ETFs have surpassed $25 million in a single day.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 5/12/2026, 11:45:26 AM
XRP price has the bullish signal traders wanted, but one Bitcoin level could wreck it
XRP price is testing a breakout zone near $1.50 as institutional inflows, rising derivatives activity, and easing whale-related selling improve the token's setup, but the trade still depends on whether Bitcoin can hold above $80,000 through a critical macro week. CoinShares data released May 11 showed XRP investment products attracted $39.6...
By Gino Matos 5/12/2026, 11:45:08 AM
BitMine's Tom Lee Buys More Crypto Than Michael Saylor
Saylor has finally purchased Bitcoin again after a two-week break, but his purchase this time is far lesser than the amount of Ethereum Tom Lee purchased during the same period.
By Caroline Amosun 5/12/2026, 11:41:28 AM
1.3% of All XRP Now Unavailable Amid US ETF Rally; Vitalik Buterin Surprises Market With New SHIB-Style Donation; Bitcoin to $126,000: Arthur Hayes on New BTC Price High - Morning Crypto Report
XRP supply tightens as ETFs absorb 1.3% of tokens, Vitalik Buterin shifts ETH to charity in SHIB-era move, and Arthur Hayes links the AI race to a $126,000 Bitcoin price target.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 5/12/2026, 11:41:00 AM
Michael Nadeau: Crypto’s correlation with the Nasdaq is at an all-time high, the AI boom is driving current price trends, and understanding market bubbles is crucial for investors | Bankless
Crypto's strong ties to the Nasdaq highlight the influence of tech trends like the AI boom on market dynamics. The post Michael Nadeau: Crypto’s correlation with the Nasdaq is at an all-time high, the AI boom is driving current price trends, and understanding market bubbles is crucial for investors | Bankless appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 11:39:59 AM
Exodus dumps 1,000 bitcoin: Why the crypto wallet is cashing out to fund a payments empire
Exodus sold $73.2M in crypto, causing cash, cash equivalents, and stablecoins to jump from $5.2M to $74.4M by the end of Q1 2026.
By Francisco Rodrigues 5/12/2026, 11:39:15 AM
Bitcoin surges to $80.7k ahead of CPI release amid market optimism
Bitcoin's surge reflects strong market confidence, but ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainties could impact future price stability. The post Bitcoin surges to $80.7k ahead of CPI release amid market optimism appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/12/2026, 11:33:28 AM
EBay board turns down GameStop’s half-cash, half-stock offer
eBay's rejection highlights the importance of strategic focus and financial stability in evaluating merger proposals, impacting future acquisition strategies. The post EBay board turns down GameStop’s half-cash, half-stock offer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/12/2026, 11:32:06 AM
XRP To $10? New Thesis Links CLARITY Act To Bank-Scale XRPL Liquidity
A new XRP market thesis is circulating ahead of the Senate markup of the CLARITY Act on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 10:30 AM ET, with XRP community member and developer Vincent Van Code arguing that regulatory clarity could turn XRP Ledger liquidity from a speculative narrative into institutional market structure. The argument centers on whether...
By Jake Simmons 5/12/2026, 11:30:41 AM
ZachXBT Names Bitget’s Real Boss, Warns Escalation Against Chinese CEX ‘Cartel’ Is Coming
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has publicly named Shawn Liu as the key operative running scam operations at Bitget behind the scenes, calling CEO Gracy Chen merely “the face” of the company. Turning The Spotlight on Bitget’s Shadow Operator ZachXBT has escalated his long-running critique of Bitget even further, naming the firm’s founder, Shawn...
By Shiraz Jagati 5/12/2026, 11:30:04 AM
Bitcoin will 'explode' past $90,000 on way back to $126,000, Arthur Hayes says
Arthur Hayes, the BitMEX co-founder who now runs Maelstrom, said bitcoin's return to its October high is a "foregone conclusion," and he is taking his fund to maximum risk, with HYPE, ZEC, and NEAR as his top altcoin picks.
By Shaurya Malwa 5/12/2026, 11:27:33 AM
Trump Crypto Investigation Is Out – What The Numbers Reveal Is Hard To Ignore
A Bloomberg investigation published May 12 has revealed that members of the Trump family made approximately $1.55 billion from sales of the crypto World Liberty Financial (WLFI), lifting their total fortune by roughly $660 million after accounting for previously undisclosed transactions — while early retail investors remain locked out of 80% of...
By James Halver 5/12/2026, 11:27:16 AM
Hyperliquid Gains Wall Street Momentum as Grayscale Updates HYPE ETF Proposal
Hyperliquid might go through strong institutionalization after another large provider announces financial products.
By Arman Shirinyan 5/12/2026, 11:24:00 AM
Coinbase users face delays in sending and receiving Monad tokens and MONUSDC
Coinbase's handling of Monad's token sale highlights the challenges of scaling new infrastructure, impacting user liquidity and market dynamics. The post Coinbase users face delays in sending and receiving Monad tokens and MONUSDC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 11:23:02 AM
Ethereum Foundation unstaked 21,270 ETH as treasury activity draws attention
The Ethereum Foundation has withdrawn more than 21,000 ETH from Lido staking weeks after carrying out earlier unstaking activity and multiple OTC treasury sales tied to operational funding. According to blockchain analytics platform Arkham, an Ethereum Foundation-tagged wallet initiated the…
By Rony Roy 5/12/2026, 11:22:35 AM
Anthropic expands Claude access through general availability launch on Amazon Web Services
Anthropic's AWS integration could reshape enterprise AI by enhancing accessibility, security, and autonomy, intensifying cloud competition. The post Anthropic expands Claude access through general availability launch on Amazon Web Services appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/12/2026, 11:22:09 AM
Top 5 Crypto Meme Coins for May 2026
Meme coins represent one of the most dynamic segments of the crypto ecosystem, where internet culture, social influence, and market psychology converge. Emerging from viral trends and sustained by highly engaged communities, these tokens have evolved into a distinct Web3 category driven by attention, participation, and collective momentum rather...
By N/A 5/12/2026, 11:16:04 AM
Crypto markets stalls before inflation data as XRP, SOL rebuffed from key price levels
Your day-ahead look for May 12, 2026
By Omkar Godbole 5/12/2026, 11:15:56 AM