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
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
Donald Trump visits China for high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping
Trump's visit to China could reshape global economic dynamics, impacting tech, trade, and crypto markets amid geopolitical tensions. The post Donald Trump visits China for high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 9:14:42 PM
Circle Internet Group Gains 16% as Arc Blockchain Raise Draws Blackrock and Apollo
While American bankers, lawmakers, stablecoin issuers, and crypto exchanges trade barbs, Circle investors appear entirely unbothered. Circle Internet Group (NYSE: CRCL) closed roughly 16% higher on Monday at Wall Street’s close, after the stablecoin issuer announced a $222 million pre-launch token sale for its new layer-one (L1) blockchain...
By Jamie Redman 5/11/2026, 9:13:15 PM
Trump rejects Iran peace proposal, impacting US-Iran nuclear deal prospects
Trump's rejection heightens US-Iran tensions, diminishing nuclear deal prospects and impacting regional stability and market confidence. The post Trump rejects Iran peace proposal, impacting US-Iran nuclear deal prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 9:10:48 PM
Aramco CEO forecasts oil market recovery extending to 2027 amid disruptions
Prolonged oil market recovery may lead to sustained higher prices, impacting global economies and intensifying geopolitical tensions. The post Aramco CEO forecasts oil market recovery extending to 2027 amid disruptions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 9:05:12 PM
US Navy strike on Iranian supertanker raises regional tensions
The strike exacerbates regional instability, complicating diplomatic efforts and increasing the risk of prolonged military engagements. The post US Navy strike on Iranian supertanker raises regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 9:01:41 PM
UK Deputy PM Lammy urges Starmer to outline departure timetable
Increased leadership instability in the UK government could lead to significant political shifts and impact Labour Party's future strategies. The post UK Deputy PM Lammy urges Starmer to outline departure timetable appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 9:00:33 PM
Boundary’s USBD aims to turn stablecoins into an on-chain “verifiable” dollar
Galaxy Ventures‑backed Boundary Labs is preparing to launch USBD, an over‑collateralized Ethereum stablecoin that swaps monthly attestations for continuous on‑chain verification of reserves and net asset value while pushing yield into a separate sUSBD token aimed at institutional risk‑takers. Boundary…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 9:00:00 PM
Corpay launches stablecoin wallets for 800,000 clients
Corpay has launched stablecoin wallets for its 800,000 business clients through a new partnership with BVNK. Corpay (NYSE: CPAY) has announced a partnership with stablecoin infrastructure platform BVNK to provide embedded stablecoin wallets and settlement capabilities to its global client…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 9:00:00 PM
Trump suspends gas tax, signals prolonged Iran conflict and high energy costs
Prolonged Iran conflict and high energy costs could strain global economies, impacting diplomatic relations and energy market stability. The post Trump suspends gas tax, signals prolonged Iran conflict and high energy costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 8:55:55 PM
Ripple's Schwartz Joins XRP Ledger Foundation
The XRP Ledger Foundation (XRPLF) has appointed Ripple Chief Technology Officer David Schwartz as an Honorary Board Member.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/11/2026, 8:55:31 PM
UAE strikes Iranian refinery on Lavan Island amid escalating tensions
Escalating UAE-Iran tensions may lead to increased regional instability, potential airspace closures, and disruptions in global oil markets. The post UAE strikes Iranian refinery on Lavan Island amid escalating tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 8:51:45 PM
House Freedom Caucus escalates fight over CBDC ban as FISA deadline approaches
The House Freedom Caucus's push against CBDCs highlights growing privacy concerns and could boost demand for private digital currencies. The post House Freedom Caucus escalates fight over CBDC ban as FISA deadline approaches appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 8:49:09 PM
Cowboy Space raises $275M to build orbital data centers powered by solar energy
Cowboy Space's orbital data centers could revolutionize AI infrastructure, addressing energy demands and opening new markets in space technology. The post Cowboy Space raises $275M to build orbital data centers powered by solar energy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 8:46:42 PM
Coursera and Udemy complete merger to create AI skills giant worth $2.5 billion
The merger could reshape the edtech landscape, emphasizing AI skills and potentially influencing global education and workforce development. The post Coursera and Udemy complete merger to create AI skills giant worth $2.5 billion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 8:46:05 PM
MoonPay acquires Dawn Labs to launch AI trading tool for prediction markets
MoonPay acquired Dawn Labs and launched Dawn CLI, expanding its AI native infrastructure push into trading automation. The post MoonPay acquires Dawn Labs to launch AI trading tool for prediction markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 8:40:54 PM
OCC Gives Augustus Conditional Approval to Build AI-Native Clearing Bank in the US
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has granted Augustus conditional approval to establish Augustus Bank, N.A., a clearing bank built from the ground up around stablecoin and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. Augustus Clears First OCC Hurdle for AI Clearing Bank The New York-based company, formerly known as Ivy,...
By Jamie Redman 5/11/2026, 8:40:32 PM
Payward charter targets federal crypto bank status
Kraken’s parent Payward has filed a Payward charter application with the OCC to establish a federally regulated national trust company. Kraken’s parent Payward has filed a Payward charter application with the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, proposing…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 8:40:00 PM
CLARITY Act Suddenly Heating Up? Senate Markup Expected Soon
As the stablecoin yield fight rages behind closed doors, the Clarity Act is inching closer towards a formal markup. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 5/11/2026, 8:35:00 PM
Strategy CEO Suggests Potential Bitcoin Sales As BTC Price Reclaims $80,000
Bitcoin’s rise above the $80,000 level has sparked renewed positive sentiment across the crypto market.
By Newton Gitonga 5/11/2026, 8:31:48 PM
Strategy May Be Buying Bitcoin Again Despite Q1 Sell Talk
Strategy CEO Phong Le said last week that Bitcoin’s daily trading volume — averaging more than $60 billion — is large enough to absorb the company’s $1.5 billion in annual dividend payments without moving the market. Related Reading: Nearly 80% Of Bitcoin Supply Hasn’t Moved As Long-Term Holders Tighten Grip That comment preceded co-founder...
By Christian Encila 5/11/2026, 8:30:18 PM
Here Are The Major Bitcoin Levels To Watch After Breaking $80,000
Bitcoin has done something it had not managed since late January: close a week above $80,000. Bitcoin bulls now have a stronger argument after BTC pushed through the $78,000 to $80,000 bearish order block, but the next phase is not yet easy to predict. What comes next, however, depends entirely on whether Bitcoin bulls can […]
By Scott Matherson 5/11/2026, 8:30:06 PM
BTC, ETH & XRP Top Institutional Flows As Crypto Rebound Strengthens
The crypto market is gaining momentum with institutional inflows breaking last month’s resistance. Fund flows to crypto ETPs mark the sixth consecutive week of inflows after a daunting spell in February. Bitcoin (BTC) sparked broader gains, moving above $81,000, while altcoins strengthened over the last 14 days. Bitcoin Products Marks $706M, Price...
By Aliyu Pokima 5/11/2026, 8:26:08 PM
Circle reports 20% revenue growth as it secures $222M venture funding for Arc blockchain
Circle (CRCL) reported strong first-quarter results on Monday, driven by continued growth in its stablecoin business and expanding efforts across blockchain infrastructure and AI-powered financial services.
By N/A 5/11/2026, 8:24:10 PM
Bitcoin Price Holds Near $82,000 as ETF Inflows Surge and CLARITY Act Battle Intensifies
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Holds Near $82,000 as ETF Inflows Surge and CLARITY Act Battle Intensifies Bitcoin price is trading around $82,000, moving in a narrow range as strong ETF inflows and regulatory uncertainty dominate market sentiment. This post Bitcoin Price Holds Near $82,000 as ETF Inflows Surge and CLARITY Act Battle Intensifies...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/11/2026, 8:23:12 PM
EU approves sanctions on violent West Bank settlers and Hamas figures
The EU's sanctions highlight the urgent need for enhanced crypto regulation, increasing compliance demands and reshaping digital finance oversight. The post EU approves sanctions on violent West Bank settlers and Hamas figures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 8:23:02 PM
Council of Economic Advisers estimates $35B boost from opening 401(k)s to private markets
Opening 401(k)s to private markets could boost GDP but raises concerns about liquidity risks and volatility impacting retirement security. The post Council of Economic Advisers estimates $35B boost from opening 401(k)s to private markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 8:23:00 PM
'A big nothing burger': A Q&A with Strategy's Michael Saylor on selling bitcoin
Michael Saylor sat down with CoinDesk on selling bitcoin for dividends, retiring debt with STRC proceeds, and why critics who say Strategy buys the weekly top are missing the point.
By James Van Straten 5/11/2026, 8:21:44 PM
MultiBank Group’s Crypto Arm mb.io Takes Ghana Gold On-Chain in Partnership With Kings Orbis, EON3, and Mavryk
mb.io, the crypto arm of MultiBank Group, has confirmed an institutional partnership with Kings Orbis, EON3 Group Ghana Ltd, and Mavryk to develop an institutional-grade tokenization program for physically-backed gold sourced from West Africa. The partnership unites four institutional roles in a single architecture: mb.io RWA as the regulated...
By PR DESK 5/11/2026, 8:16:47 PM
Price predictions 5/11: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA
Bitcoin looks set for another blockbuster week, but potential resistance at $84,000 could complicate the rally. Will altcoin consolidation continue?
By Rakesh Upadhyay 5/11/2026, 8:12:42 PM
Ripple receives $200M credit line to expand institutional prime brokerage
Financing from Neuberger Berman will increase Ripple Prime’s capacity to offer margin lending and other brokerage services to institutional clients trading across crypto and traditional markets.
By Sam Bourgi 5/11/2026, 8:12:35 PM
Base Azul upgrade launches multiproof mainnet push
Base Azul is set to go live on mainnet May 13, bringing a multiproof security system to the Coinbase Layer 2. Base Azul, described by the network as its first fully independent upgrade, is set to activate on mainnet on…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 8:10:00 PM
Tron in Trouble? ‘Glaring Divergence’ Flagged Behind TRX’s Latest Surge
TRX's latest upward momentum appears increasingly disconnected from actual blockchain usage and transaction activity levels.
By Chayanika Deka 5/11/2026, 8:06:31 PM
Kiyosaki Has Been Stacking Silver Since 1965, Says It’s Now One of His Best Investments
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki says silver, which he first began accumulating in 1965 at age 18 when it cost pennies, has grown into one of the best investments of his life. 60 Years of Silver Stacking and Kiyosaki Isn’t Done Robert Kiyosaki, the bestselling author of Rich Dad Poor Dad and one […]
By Shiraz Jagati 5/11/2026, 8:05:50 PM
Huma Finance legacy V1 contract on Polygon exploited for $101,400 USDC
A logic bug in Huma’s legacy V1 Polygon credit pools let an attacker drain about $101,400 in USDC, but its Solana‑based PayFi V2 and PST token remain structurally unaffected. Huma Finance has disclosed that its legacy V1 contracts on Polygon…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 8:00:00 PM
Dan Ives predicts NASDAQ will reach 30,000 points in a year
The predicted NASDAQ surge underscores the transformative impact of AI investment, potentially reshaping tech markets and economic landscapes. The post Dan Ives predicts NASDAQ will reach 30,000 points in a year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 7:58:14 PM
OpenAI spins out DeployCo with $4B funding to embed AI engineers directly into enterprises
OpenAI's DeployCo initiative signals a shift towards AI implementation services, challenging traditional consulting firms and reshaping enterprise AI integration. The post OpenAI spins out DeployCo with $4B funding to embed AI engineers directly into enterprises appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 7:57:50 PM