Chile’s economy contracts as severe storms cripple copper mining operations
Chile's economic contraction highlights vulnerabilities in its mining-dependent economy, impacting global copper supply and economic policies. The post Chile’s economy contracts as severe storms cripple copper mining operations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 2:14:57 PM
XRP price holds $1.35 as ETF inflows reach $110M
XRP price traded near $1.36 on Aug. 31 after falling roughly 7% over seven days, as fading momentum and leveraged position unwinding offset record weekly demand from U.S. spot exchange-traded funds. XRP price pulls back 7% after August rally According…
By Rony Roy 8/31/2026, 2:12:32 PM
Helium token HNT soars as fastest-growing US city adopts DePIN wireless solution
The adoption of DePIN by a rapidly growing city highlights the potential for decentralized networks to transform urban infrastructure and connectivity. The post Helium token HNT soars as fastest-growing US city adopts DePIN wireless solution appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 2:12:09 PM
TeraWulf CEO Paul Prager sells 137,500 shares for $2.3M as company pivots hard into AI
TeraWulf's strategic shift towards AI infrastructure could significantly enhance its long-term revenue streams despite short-term losses. The post TeraWulf CEO Paul Prager sells 137,500 shares for $2.3M as company pivots hard into AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 2:11:38 PM
Tom Lee’s Bitmine Buys 53,501 ETH as Ethereum’s Price Fights for $2,500
On Monday, the publicly traded firm Bitmine Immersion Technologies announced that it has pushed its ethereum treasury holdings to 5.90 million ETH, putting Tom Lee’s digital asset treasury (DAT) heavyweight within striking distance of controlling 5% of the network’s circulating supply just as ETH prices close out a blistering August comeback. The...
By Jamie Redman 8/31/2026, 2:10:52 PM
Iran sentences 10 protesters to death, six to 25 years amid crackdown
The harsh sentences may fuel further unrest, potentially destabilizing the regime and leading to intensified protests or regime change. The post Iran sentences 10 protesters to death, six to 25 years amid crackdown appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 2:10:04 PM
Humain partners with Applied Intuition to deploy self-driving trucks in Saudi Arabia by 2030
Saudi Arabia's autonomous truck initiative could accelerate its tech hub ambitions, testing AI infrastructure and reducing oil dependency. The post Humain partners with Applied Intuition to deploy self-driving trucks in Saudi Arabia by 2030 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 2:09:45 PM
CME Group launches two new multi-asset crypto indices
The launch of these indices enhances institutional crypto visibility, aiding performance measurement and risk management for portfolio managers. The post CME Group launches two new multi-asset crypto indices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 2:09:17 PM
ByteDance paper reveals Chain-of-Experience improves model performance without retraining
CoE's ability to enhance AI models without retraining could revolutionize AI efficiency, reducing costs and enabling personalized improvements. The post ByteDance paper reveals Chain-of-Experience improves model performance without retraining appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 2:09:05 PM
Oil prices jump 3% to over $90 after US-Iran military exchanges
Geopolitical tensions heighten energy security concerns, potentially leading to sustained oil price volatility and global economic impacts. The post Oil prices jump 3% to over $90 after US-Iran military exchanges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 2:04:52 PM
Iran warns of harsher response to future US attacks amid 2026 conflict
Iran's warning heightens geopolitical tensions, complicating diplomatic resolutions and impacting global oil markets amid ongoing conflict. The post Iran warns of harsher response to future US attacks amid 2026 conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 2:03:18 PM
SLB acquires Kelvion for $3.4B in cash to become a data center cooling powerhouse
SLB's acquisition of Kelvion positions it to significantly expand its influence in the data center cooling market, driving future revenue growth. The post SLB acquires Kelvion for $3.4B in cash to become a data center cooling powerhouse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 2:01:22 PM
Balancer warns users of bug in legacy v1 contracts that risks LP funds
The exploit highlights the critical need for ongoing maintenance and audits in DeFi, as legacy code vulnerabilities can impact broader ecosystems. The post Balancer warns users of bug in legacy v1 contracts that risks LP funds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 2:00:51 PM
XRP daily trading volume hits $3 billion amid surging demand: How holders can earn $10,000 daily
XRP has recently seen a significant uptick in market activity, with its 24-hour trading volume reaching approximately $3 billion on Sunday. With a circulating supply of around 62.74 billion tokens and a total supply of roughly 99.98 billion, XRP continues…
By Guest 8/31/2026, 2:00:00 PM
Bitcoin Ready for Next Leg Up, Top Trader Says
Bitcoin may be gearing up for another move higher after holding key support despite a sharp intraday sell-off.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/31/2026, 1:58:15 PM
The most important Solana news in 2026: Transaction V1, Alpenglow, and how miners can earn 100 SOL per month
The most important week in Solana’s history is about to begin, and Jacob Creech, Vice President of Technology at the Solana Foundation, has released the announcement the Solana community has been eagerly awaiting. Solana is about to enter a period…
By Guest 8/31/2026, 1:55:56 PM
LayerZero scales architecture to support millions of transactions per second
LayerZero's scalable architecture could revolutionize blockchain efficiency, enabling broader adoption and integration across industries. The post LayerZero scales architecture to support millions of transactions per second appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:55:11 PM
BFX Securities claims $50M capital raise, but corroborating evidence is hard to find
The lack of verification for BFX Securities' capital raise could undermine investor confidence and highlight the need for transparency in blockchain ventures. The post BFX Securities claims $50M capital raise, but corroborating evidence is hard to find appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:53:12 PM
Metaplanet transfers 4,800 Bitcoin worth $377M to Coinbase Prime in custodial shuffle
Metaplanet's custodial Bitcoin shuffle highlights the strategic complexities and market sensitivities of large-scale crypto asset management. The post Metaplanet transfers 4,800 Bitcoin worth $377M to Coinbase Prime in custodial shuffle appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:52:48 PM
Alphabet participates in MediaTek’s $3.9B convertible bond issuance as chip giants deepen AI ties
Alphabet's involvement in MediaTek's bond issuance highlights the growing strategic alliances in AI, potentially reshaping tech industry dynamics. The post Alphabet participates in MediaTek’s $3.9B convertible bond issuance as chip giants deepen AI ties appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:52:21 PM
Iran calls latest US hostilities a ‘limited’ confrontation: Reuters
The limited confrontation heightens uncertainty in maritime security, impacting global oil markets and reducing chances of a swift resolution. The post Iran calls latest US hostilities a ‘limited’ confrontation: Reuters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 1:50:31 PM
China reins in yuan as weak domestic demand clouds outlook
China's intervention to curb yuan appreciation highlights the delicate balance between supporting exports and addressing weak domestic demand. The post China reins in yuan as weak domestic demand clouds outlook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:49:03 PM
DeFi protocols just lost $83 million to an attack financial regulators already warned about
Malicious actors exposed two decentralized finance (DeFi) lenders to over $84 million in losses over four days, using variations of a price-manipulation strategy previously targeted by US regulators. The larger incident hit Tectonic on the Cronos blockchain, where security firm GoPlus estimated roughly $75 million was affected. Three days earlier,...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/31/2026, 1:45:33 PM
Switchboard Halts Oracle Operations On SUI And Aptos After Potential Compromise
Switchboard has halted oracle operations on several networks, including SUI and Aptos, after detecting a potential security compromise. The precautionary h...
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:45:00 PM
Strategy’s Bitcoin per share drops 1% amid STRC buybacks, market reacts
Market skepticism over STRC's short-term value contrasts with optimism for a year-end rebound, highlighting strategic financial impacts. The post Strategy’s Bitcoin per share drops 1% amid STRC buybacks, market reacts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 1:40:51 PM
GameStop shares rise 5% after debt exchange announcement
GameStop's strategic debt exchange reduces share dilution, boosting investor confidence and highlighting its robust financial reserves. The post GameStop shares rise 5% after debt exchange announcement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:37:40 PM
Over 11,000 Bitcoin millionaires added in August 2026
After months of decline, August offered a glimpse that the cryptocurrency bear market might be at its end, as rising … Continue reading The post Over 11,000 Bitcoin millionaires added in August 2026 appeared first on Finbold.
By Andreja Stojanovic 8/31/2026, 1:36:27 PM
Intercontinental Exchange taps tZERO for digital transfer agent infrastructure
The collaboration could accelerate the adoption of blockchain in financial markets, potentially transforming securities trading and settlement. The post Intercontinental Exchange taps tZERO for digital transfer agent infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 8/31/2026, 1:33:29 PM
Newcastle United agree €60M fee with Lille to sign Matias Fernandez-Pardo
Newcastle's significant investment in Fernandez-Pardo highlights their ambition to strengthen their squad and compete at higher levels. The post Newcastle United agree €60M fee with Lille to sign Matias Fernandez-Pardo appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:33:15 PM
Bitcoin (BTC) Holds Near $78K Amid August Volatility
Bitcoin trades at $77,977 on Aug 31, down 0.9% in 24h but steady after August's sharp rebound. Macro drivers remain key for traders. (Read More)
By N/A 8/31/2026, 1:30:28 PM
Hyperliquid open interest hits $13B, leading decentralized exchanges
Hyperliquid's dominance in decentralized futures could reshape market dynamics, influencing regulatory focus and competitive strategies. The post Hyperliquid open interest hits $13B, leading decentralized exchanges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 1:30:03 PM
Mystery surrounds why an OG burned $1M in Bitcoin
The million dollar question is what prompted a Bitcoin OG to send 20 BTC to a custodian, retrieve it back, and then deliberately burn it?
By Christina Comben 8/31/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Ireland bars crypto from new tax-advantaged investment accounts
Eligible assets for the new accounts include listed stocks, bonds, and ETFs, with providers handling tax reporting to simplify investor compliance.
By Francisco Rodrigues 8/31/2026, 1:29:56 PM
Turkey accuses Netanyahu of genocide amid Israel-Gaza conflict tensions
Turkey's accusation may intensify calls for Palestinian recognition, impacting diplomatic relations and market dynamics amid regional tensions. The post Turkey accuses Netanyahu of genocide amid Israel-Gaza conflict tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 1:28:09 PM
XRP Defies Pre-September Fears: Analyst Shows Why History Favors 12.19% Move Up
XRP targets an early autumn rally as crucial chart sync meets a pivotal US Senate decision and heavy institutional buying.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/31/2026, 1:27:05 PM
Ethereum price could retest $2,250 if support fails
Ethereum price traded near $2,455 on Aug. 31 after buyers again failed to hold the price above $2,500, leaving ETH confined between major resistance and support near $2,400. Ethereum price action today According to data from crypto.news, Ethereum (ETH) price…
By Rony Roy 8/31/2026, 1:23:46 PM
US oil reserves hit lowest since 1982 amid Iran conflict
Diminished US oil reserves amid geopolitical tensions could drive higher crude prices, impacting global markets and economic stability. The post US oil reserves hit lowest since 1982 amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 1:21:48 PM
Coinbase and Webull expand partnership to enhance crypto trading across 25 million users
The expanded partnership enhances regulated crypto access, potentially increasing market stability and user trust in digital asset trading. The post Coinbase and Webull expand partnership to enhance crypto trading across 25 million users appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:20:51 PM
Treasury Secretary Bessent says US must grow its way out of debt, not cut its way out
Bessent's growth-focused debt strategy risks fiscal instability if economic expansion fails to outpace rising deficits and interest costs. The post Treasury Secretary Bessent says US must grow its way out of debt, not cut its way out appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:20:24 PM
Japanese regulator requests tax filing exemption for trust-type stablecoins in 2027 reform
Japan’s FSA requested to exempt trust-type stablecoins from mandatory tax filings starting in fiscal year 2027, arguing that it would improve their use as transaction tools.
By Zoltan Vardai 8/31/2026, 1:20:05 PM
Azzas 2154 uses blockchain technology for supply chain traceability
Blockchain adoption in Azzas 2154's supply chain enhances transparency, potentially setting new industry standards for sustainability and accountability. The post Azzas 2154 uses blockchain technology for supply chain traceability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:19:49 PM
NVIDIA, MediaTek Expand AI Partnership with $3.5B Investment
NVIDIA deepens its partnership with MediaTek, investing $3.5B to advance AI platforms across infrastructure, PCs, and automotive. (Read More)
By N/A 8/31/2026, 1:18:39 PM
Cronos Halts Chain After $75M Tectonic Exploit
The Cronos network remains frozen following a massive price manipulation exploit targeting the Tectonic money market protocol. The Validator Dilemma: Restart or Roll Back The Cronos network, an Ethereum Virtual Machine-compatible Layer 1 blockchain, confirmed Monday that the network remains paused pending an investigation into an exploit of...
By Terence Zimwara 8/31/2026, 1:17:11 PM
OpenAI’s advertising business reaches $1B annual revenue run rate in under 200 days
OpenAI's rapid ad revenue growth highlights its potential to disrupt established digital advertising giants, reshaping the competitive landscape. The post OpenAI’s advertising business reaches $1B annual revenue run rate in under 200 days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:17:10 PM
Iran sees Jordan, UAE as unlikely to retaliate against strikes on US bases
Iran's stance may hinder US-Iran deal prospects, affecting regional stability and market confidence amid complex geopolitical dynamics. The post Iran sees Jordan, UAE as unlikely to retaliate against strikes on US bases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 1:17:03 PM
Strive Keeps Buying Bitcoin: Another 1,800 BTC Push Holdings Past 23K
It's a crypto-accumulation day today, as Strive has joined Strategy and Bitmine.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/31/2026, 1:15:37 PM
Mutiny? Metaplanet moves 4,800 BTC worth $377M to Coinbase
The Japanese Bitcoin treasury company has transferred 10,270 BTC to Coinbase Prime this week, an amount equal to more than 29% of its reported holdings.
By Adrian Zmudzinski 8/31/2026, 1:15:12 PM
US to maintain economic pressure on Iran amid ongoing tensions
Continued US economic pressure on Iran may hinder diplomatic resolutions, affecting market confidence in a potential comprehensive deal. The post US to maintain economic pressure on Iran amid ongoing tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 1:13:04 PM
Trump pledges to halve US energy prices in 12-18 months amid rising costs
Trump's energy price pledge may reshape global oil markets, heighten geopolitical tensions, and influence U.S.-Iran relations significantly. The post Trump pledges to halve US energy prices in 12-18 months amid rising costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 1:11:56 PM
Broadcom unveils Tanzu AI-ready data at VMware Explore, addresses agent trust issues
Broadcom's focus on private cloud AI solutions highlights a shift towards enhanced security and control, impacting enterprise AI deployment strategies. The post Broadcom unveils Tanzu AI-ready data at VMware Explore, addresses agent trust issues appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 1:09:47 PM