NFT startup founder charged with misusing funds from $10 million fundraising
Federal prosecutors say Taj Tarsha misled backers and used investor funds for personal expenses.
By Francisco Rodrigues 8/6/2026, 9:19:03 AM
NFT Marketplace Founder Allegedly Diverts Millions In Investor Funds to Gambling And Personal Hobbies
An NFT startup founder faces federal fraud charges after allegedly raising over $10 million from investors through token agreements and redirecting the money to personal uses like online gambling and a DJ hobby rather than building the platform. The case centers on securities and wire fraud allegations in New York federal court. The post NFT...
By Daily Hodl Agent 8/6/2026, 9:15:55 AM
Ukraine targets Russian oil refineries in long-range strikes: Zelensky
Ukraine's strategic strikes on Russian infrastructure could shift military dynamics, impacting market perceptions and geopolitical stability. The post Ukraine targets Russian oil refineries in long-range strikes: Zelensky appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/6/2026, 9:15:49 AM
SK Hynix Flash Crash Hits Nextrade Again, Reigniting Crypto Oracle Fears
SK Hynix shares briefly plunged 30% on Nextrade Thursday, the second such glitch in two weeks. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/6/2026, 9:08:30 AM
How a five-year-old build flag drained $116 million from bitcoin’s most trusted hardware wallet
A single line of firmware shipped in March 2021 told every Coldcard hardware wallet to skip its dedicated randomness chip. For five years nobody noticed. Then an attacker brute-forced the weak seeds in 41 minutes, draining 1,816 BTC from more…
By Rony Roy 8/6/2026, 9:06:46 AM
How Uniswap’s fee switch could change the economics of DeFi governance tokens
The UNIfication proposal passed with 99.9% support, activated the fee switch, and burned 100 million UNI tokens. Eight months later, protocol revenue has reached $23 million and Ark Invest estimates annualized burns at $90 million. The question is no longer…
By Rony Roy 8/6/2026, 9:06:43 AM
Western Union’s stablecoin play: can legacy finance win the digital payments race?
Western Union launched Stablecard across 37 markets on August 4, putting its USDPT stablecoin on Solana into the hands of consumers through a Visa card. The 173 year old remittance giant is betting that 380,000 cash-out locations will beat crypto-native…
By Rony Roy 8/6/2026, 9:06:39 AM
The CLARITY Act: inside the Senate battle that will define DeFi’s future
Three unresolved fights over presidential crypto income, developer liability, and $1.35 billion in stablecoin yield stand between the most ambitious digital asset bill in American history and a legislative graveyard. With Polymarket odds at 13% and the August recess days…
By Rony Roy 8/6/2026, 9:06:36 AM
Bitcoin price breaking out toward $69,000 now opens a turbo path toward $84,000
A Bitcoin breakout attempt briefly pushed price above $65,000 on Aug. 5, but failed to sustain the move, even as Fed funds futures put the odds of a September rate hike at 57.4% as of Aug. 5, down from 80.5% a week earlier. Brent crude fell more than 5% on Aug. 4, settling near $79 […] The post Bitcoin price breaking out toward $69,000 now opens a...
By Gino Matos 8/6/2026, 9:05:24 AM
CryptoQuant: Large Ethereum Wallets Add 5.6M ETH Since Mid-2025
CryptoQuant data show whales holding 10,000–100,000 ETH added 5.6 million ETH since mid-2025, as inflows hit a 1.14 million ETH record and staked ETH reached 37.85 million.
By Lena Carter 8/6/2026, 9:01:43 AM
How Bank Money Learned to Move Like Crypto: Open Banking, Instant Payments and Finland in 2026
The post How Bank Money Learned to Move Like Crypto: Open Banking, Instant Payments and Finland in 2026 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ask anyone who has actually used crypto and they will tell you the appeal was never speculation but settlement: value that moves in seconds, at any hour, with no card number typed in and no three-day...
By PR Manager 8/6/2026, 9:01:06 AM
Nvidia, Micron, Sandisk stocks soar over 1,000% since AI boom began
The AI boom's impact on semiconductor stocks highlights the sector's pivotal role in future tech infrastructure and economic growth. The post Nvidia, Micron, Sandisk stocks soar over 1,000% since AI boom began appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/6/2026, 8:53:26 AM
Ordinals (ORDI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Can ORDI Surge 100x Again?
The post Ordinals (ORDI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Can ORDI Surge 100x Again? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of the Ordi token is . ORDI price is consolidating in the $1–$5 demand zone after a 95% drop from $95. A breakout above $5 could trigger a rally toward $10 and possibly $30 if market...
By Yash Jain 8/6/2026, 8:53:00 AM
Pentagon policy chief unable to secure Beijing visit amid US-China tensions
The diplomatic stalemate underscores the strategic complexities in U.S.-China relations, potentially delaying high-level engagements. The post Pentagon policy chief unable to secure Beijing visit amid US-China tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/6/2026, 8:50:57 AM
How Crypto Sportsbooks Handle Deposits, Bets and Payouts
Learn how crypto sportsbooks process deposits, record bets, settle wagers, and pay winnings. Understand blockchain confirmations, wallet infrastructure, and how platforms like Dexsport handle crypto betting.
By Crypto Daily 8/6/2026, 8:46:27 AM
Yen stablecoin issuer JPYC’s Series B reaches $38M
JPYC said it plans to use the new capital to expand its financial and Web3 ecosystem and accelerate adoption of its yen-pegged token.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/6/2026, 8:44:43 AM
US-Iran indirect talks enter final stage, focus on maritime security
The final stage of US-Iran talks could reshape regional dynamics, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations through maritime security focus. The post US-Iran indirect talks enter final stage, focus on maritime security appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/6/2026, 8:39:39 AM
CLARITY Act Runs Out of Time, Will Congress Extend The Recess?
The post CLARITY Act Runs Out of Time, Will Congress Extend The Recess? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Clarity Act has just two working days left before the August recess starts. Senate Majority Leader John Thune did not file the required cloture motion, putting the bill at risk. Meanwhile, Republican Sen. Josh Hawley has become the...
By Rizwan Ansari 8/6/2026, 8:30:04 AM
North Korean troops join Russia in Ukraine conflict, escalating tensions
North Korea's involvement in Ukraine may heighten regional tensions and impact geopolitical stability, influencing global military dynamics. The post North Korean troops join Russia in Ukraine conflict, escalating tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/6/2026, 8:28:21 AM
Zcash Announces 1,000,000 ZEC Coinholder Vote on August 25: Upcoming NU7 Update
Zcash upgrade vote is coming very soon and this is all you need to know about it.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/6/2026, 8:25:00 AM
Coinbase UK launches zero-commission US stocks and crypto access in single app
Coinbase's integration of stocks and crypto in the UK may boost platform usage, potentially increasing demand and prices for cryptocurrencies. The post Coinbase UK launches zero-commission US stocks and crypto access in single app appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/6/2026, 8:17:12 AM
Is crypto dead yet? Project shutdowns peaked this April but the latest 2026 data hides a scarier trend
DeFi supplied the largest share of 109 tracked exits, but project counts cannot time the market. The post Is crypto dead yet? Project shutdowns peaked this April but the latest 2026 data hides a scarier trend appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/6/2026, 8:14:09 AM
Uniswap Debuts Pools.trade for Token Launches on Robinhood Chain
Competing launchpad tokens lost momentum as traders rotated into the new narrative surrounding Pools.trade's debut.
By Wayne Jones 8/6/2026, 8:11:56 AM
Fed’s August inflation forecast raises Wall Street concerns, impacts gold markets
The Fed's inflation forecast may prompt monetary policy shifts, influencing market dynamics and increasing interest in inflation-hedging assets. The post Fed’s August inflation forecast raises Wall Street concerns, impacts gold markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/6/2026, 8:10:30 AM
Government Bitcoin Holdings 2026: Which Countries Own the Most BTC?
The post Government Bitcoin Holdings 2026: Which Countries Own the Most BTC? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Government Bitcoin holdings have become a significant part of the crypto market. According to Bitwise, 13 governments collectively hold about $26.8 billion worth of Bitcoin, making them some of the largest institutional owners of...
By Debashree Patra 8/6/2026, 8:08:23 AM
Coinbase Lets UK Users Trade US Stocks While Wall Street Sleeps
Coinbase began rolling out US stock trading to eligible UK users today (Thursday), giving them access to buy, sell, and manage close to 4,000 US equities from within the same app used for crypto and fiat holdings. The company said access would expand progressively to all UK users. Trades carry zero commission, support fractional shares, and can be...
By Arnab Shome 8/6/2026, 8:00:00 AM
Bittensor (TAO) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Is TAO the Next AI Crypto to Explode?
The post Bittensor (TAO) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Is TAO the Next AI Crypto to Explode? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of the TAO crypto is . Bittensor Price could show a reversal to $500 be H1 2026. TAO’s long-term outlook targets $1,000–$3,000 by 2030 Bittensor (TAO) has gained attention as a...
By Yash Jain 8/6/2026, 7:59:00 AM
Bitcoin-backed loan refinances PowerCompute’s $18M debt at 2%
Nasdaq-listed PowerCompute refinanced $18 million of debt through a Bitcoin-backed facility carrying an initial interest rate of about 2%.
By Zoltan Vardai 8/6/2026, 7:56:34 AM
JPYC has raised $38 million as AZ-COM Maruwa backs stablecoin expansion in Japan
JPYC has raised a total of 6 billion yen ($38 million) through an extended Series B round, adding fresh corporate backing as the Japanese stablecoin issuer expands its payment network and Web3 financial services. JPYC Inc. announced on Wednesday that…
By Rony Roy 8/6/2026, 7:51:58 AM
Bitcoin Price Forecast: Persistent ETF inflows, easing Middle East tensions lift risk appetite
Bitcoin (BTC) extends its gains, trading above $64,800 at the time of writing on Thursday, breaking above the key resistance zone. Institutional demand supports BTC price action with spot Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) recording a third consecutive day of inflows so far this week.
By N/A 8/6/2026, 7:51:10 AM
Booking Holdings Rallies as Travel Demand Defies Slowdown Fears
Booking Holdings will report Q2 2026 on Aug 4, after Booking.com flagged U.S. summer search gains and Reuters cited resilient travel demand across the sector.
By Maya Sinclair 8/6/2026, 7:44:19 AM
Cloudflare Gives AI Agents Programmable Wallets for API Payments
Cloudflare’s Monetization Gateway enables HTTP 402 paywalls with x402 stablecoin settlement, opening per-request billing for AI agents at the edge.
By Idris Calloway 8/6/2026, 7:44:05 AM
Western Digital Revenue Jumps 44%, but WDC Falls After the Beat
Western Digital reported Q4 FY2026 revenue of $3.75B (+44% YoY) and non-GAAP EPS of $3.56. WDC fell 11.79% after-hours to $457.96 following the release.
By Andrei Popescu 8/6/2026, 7:43:43 AM
Circle Sets September 16 Arc Mainnet Launch With Institutional Validators
Circle set Sept. 16, 2026 for Arc's public mainnet and named BlackRock, DTCC, ICE, Mastercard and Visa among founding validators, with DTCC tokenization work slated for 2027.
By Elliot Veynor 8/6/2026, 7:43:22 AM
Aptos Price Forecast: APT extends rebound from record low
Aptos (APT) is trading in the green on Thursday, extending its fifth consecutive day of recovery after hitting a record low of $0.5450 on Saturday. Retail demand is rising, as evidenced by increasing Open Interest and funding rates, aligning with the recent rebound.
By N/A 8/6/2026, 7:41:39 AM
Guangdong free trade zone plan includes cross border digital yuan push
Guangdong has proposed expanding cross-border digital yuan payment pilots and other cross-border financial programs as part of a draft development plan for the China (Guangdong) Pilot Free Trade Zone. According to a draft of the China (Guangdong) Pilot Free Trade…
By Rony Roy 8/6/2026, 7:41:00 AM
Saudi Arabia sets September Arab Light oil price to Asia at $2 discount
Saudi Arabia's pricing shift may signal expectations of changing oil demand or supply, influencing global market dynamics and future pricing trends. The post Saudi Arabia sets September Arab Light oil price to Asia at $2 discount appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/6/2026, 7:40:00 AM
Utah Judge Rejects Kalshi’s Federal Shield From Gambling Laws
A federal judge granted Utah summary judgment Tuesday, holding that the Commodity Exchange Act does not preempt the state’s anti-gambling laws as applied to Kalshi’s sports event contracts. The exchange says it will appeal to the Tenth Circuit, which would bring prediction-market appeals into seven of the 13 federal circuits. Shelby Finds Multiple...
By Luci Kelemen 8/6/2026, 7:30:27 AM
Live updates: Coinbase lets U.K. users trade U.S. equities. BTC trades near $65,000
Trump’s comments on jobs, inflation and a possible Strait of Hormuz deal have helped risk sentiment, but bitcoin’s next move depends on whether lower oil actually pulls Treasury yields and the dollar down.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/6/2026, 7:26:23 AM
EU warns of crypto scams exploiting MiCA licensing transition
Fraudsters have begun impersonating European financial regulators and licensed crypto businesses to exploit customers moving funds after the European Union’s MiCA licensing deadline reshaped the regional crypto market. The Financial Times, citing European regulators, reported that several watchdogs have identified…
By Rony Roy 8/6/2026, 7:21:30 AM
Pi Network’s PI Just Crossed Two Major Milestones in One Rally
We are also going to take a look at the PI token unlocks for August to see whether this rally is actually sustainable.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/6/2026, 7:14:51 AM
Bitcoin developers flag 85 critical bugs in an "extremely bad" situation
A volunteer group running AI models against bitcoin codebases says it is averaging roughly one critical bug per hour per person, at about $10,000 a day in compute.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/6/2026, 7:14:11 AM
ENA Price Surges on Fresh Arthur Hayes Buy: Will Ethena Lead the Next Altcoin Rally?
The post ENA Price Surges on Fresh Arthur Hayes Buy: Will Ethena Lead the Next Altcoin Rally? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News While much of the altcoin market remains range-bound, Ethena token is quietly attracting aggressive whale accumulation. ENA price has climbed nearly 17% over the past week after Arthur Hayes added another 10.9...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 8/6/2026, 7:06:31 AM
President Trump Prioritizes Deal with Iran Over Major Military Strike
President Trump expresses preference for negotiations with Iran after pausing plans for a large-scale attack. He emphasizes avoiding bloodshed while maintaining that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons. The post President Trump Prioritizes Deal with Iran Over Major Military Strike appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Agent 8/6/2026, 7:04:47 AM
US resumes full intelligence sharing with Ukraine, boosting strikes on Russia
The renewed intelligence sharing may prolong the conflict by reducing incentives for a ceasefire, impacting future diplomatic negotiations. The post US resumes full intelligence sharing with Ukraine, boosting strikes on Russia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/6/2026, 7:03:24 AM
Bitcoin ETFs pull in $244M, 3-day inflow streak tops $626M
US-listed Bitcoin ETFs attracted $244.4 million on Wednesday, marking three consecutive inflow days for a combined $626 million.
By Helen Partz 8/6/2026, 6:57:31 AM
Sei (SEI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Will the Sei Giga Upgrade Trigger a Bullish Breakout?
The post Sei (SEI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Will the Sei Giga Upgrade Trigger a Bullish Breakout? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The SEI live Price is . Sei (SEI) remains in a bearish trend in 2026, with price approaching the $0.020 demand zone. A strong rebound could push SEI back toward $0.10–$0.20 by...
By Yash Jain 8/6/2026, 6:54:00 AM
Bitcoin Red Team finds 4,962 issues reviewing Bitcoin projects after Coldcard exploit
A volunteer Bitcoin security initiative has identified 4,962 potential security issues across 390 Bitcoin-related projects during its first 29.8 hours of AI-assisted code reviews, with 720 classified as high or critical severity. According to Bitcoin developer Calle, the Bitcoin Red…
By Rony Roy 8/6/2026, 6:47:39 AM
Oman mediates Hormuz tensions, says Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry
Oman's mediation in Hormuz tensions may enhance regional stability, fostering diplomatic solutions over military actions in maritime disputes. The post Oman mediates Hormuz tensions, says Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/6/2026, 6:47:07 AM
LBank Adopts Chainlink To Power Crypto Prediction Markets With High-Speed Data for 25+ Million Users
LBank Adopts Chainlink To Power Crypto Prediction Markets With High-Speed Data for 25+ Million Users
By Chainwire 8/6/2026, 6:41:31 AM