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Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Bites Back After MSCI Announces Possible Index Removal
Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Bites Back After MSCI Announces Possible Index Removal

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Bites Back After MSCI Announces Possible Index Removal Bitcoin treasury Strategy could be dropped from the MSCI. It doesn't appear to care. This post Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Bites Back After MSCI Announces Possible Index Removal first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.

SpaceX Closes $60 Billion Cursor Deal in Major AI Compute Push
SpaceX Closes $60 Billion Cursor Deal in Major AI Compute Push

SpaceX has completed its $60 billion acquisition of Cursor, bringing the AI coding company and its model-development operation under SpaceX. The transaction deepens a partnership centered on using large-scale computing infrastructure to train more capable models. SpaceX Closes $60 Billion Cursor Acquisition Space Exploration Technologies Corp....

Aave V4 deposits surpass $400M, setting a new all-time high
Aave V4 deposits surpass $400M, setting a new all-time high

Aave's V4 milestone highlights its strategic growth and adaptability, enhancing revenue streams and user flexibility in decentralized finance. The post Aave V4 deposits surpass $400M, setting a new all-time high appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

AftermathFi’s Perpetuals V2 launches on mainnet after 12-week security review clears all major issues
AftermathFi’s Perpetuals V2 launches on mainnet after 12-week security review clears all major issues

The thorough security review and clean audit of AftermathFi's Perpetuals V2 could enhance trust and stability in the DeFi ecosystem. The post AftermathFi’s Perpetuals V2 launches on mainnet after 12-week security review clears all major issues appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

MIT researchers find AI chatbots cost women $60,000 in financial advice
MIT researchers find AI chatbots cost women $60,000 in financial advice

AI chatbots' gender-biased financial advice exacerbates wealth inequality, highlighting the need for more equitable AI training and awareness. The post MIT researchers find AI chatbots cost women $60,000 in financial advice appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Wall Street scrutinizes Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s remarks on inflation
Wall Street scrutinizes Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s remarks on inflation

Warsh's firm stance on inflation signals a shift towards tighter monetary policy, impacting interest rate expectations and investor strategies. The post Wall Street scrutinizes Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s remarks on inflation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Cypherpunk Legend Adam Back Approves Ethereum's Post-Quantum Shift

Bitcoin pioneer Adam Back co-signs Ethereum’s major cryptographic pivot, as the blockchain dumps custom Poseidon hashes for time-tested security.

UK authorities continue probe into Nigel Farage’s crypto ‘gifts’ after by-election win
UK authorities continue probe into Nigel Farage’s crypto ‘gifts’ after by-election win

The UK lawmaker declared victory following a by-election, triggering a resumption of an investigation from the parliamentary commissioner for standards into his crypto donations.

Eric Balchunas highlights growth of conversion ETFs into trillion-dollar market
Eric Balchunas highlights growth of conversion ETFs into trillion-dollar market

Conversion ETFs could revolutionize wealth management by offering tax-efficient diversification, but regulatory scrutiny may impact growth. The post Eric Balchunas highlights growth of conversion ETFs into trillion-dollar market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Chainalysis says successful crypto extortions plummeted to 26% as attackers get sloppier
Chainalysis says successful crypto extortions plummeted to 26% as attackers get sloppier

The decline in successful crypto extortions highlights the need for enhanced security measures as attackers adapt and financial losses persist. The post Chainalysis says successful crypto extortions plummeted to 26% as attackers get sloppier appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ethereum Foundation Drops Poseidon for Simpler, Quantum-Resistant Design
Ethereum Foundation Drops Poseidon for Simpler, Quantum-Resistant Design

Justin Drake says Ethereum's base layer will move to standard hashes like SHA-2 instead of Poseidon for a simpler, more trustworthy security foundation. Continue reading at DailyCoin.

$2,499,248,649,828 Wealth Fund Discloses Billion-Dollar Stake in Elon Musk’s SpaceX
$2,499,248,649,828 Wealth Fund Discloses Billion-Dollar Stake in Elon Musk’s SpaceX

Norway's sovereign wealth fund disclosed its first-ever 0.05% holding in SpaceX worth $1.22 billion as of June 30. The move comes alongside a record half-year profit of $184 billion. The post $2,499,248,649,828 Wealth Fund Discloses Billion-Dollar Stake in Elon Musk’s SpaceX appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

Google now lets users toggle off visible watermarks from AI-generated content
Google now lets users toggle off visible watermarks from AI-generated content

The shift to invisible watermarks increases reliance on detection tech, impacting content verification and regulatory compliance globally. The post Google now lets users toggle off visible watermarks from AI-generated content appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

If you invested $1,000 in XRP at the start of 2026; Here’s how much you’d have now
If you invested $1,000 in XRP at the start of 2026; Here’s how much you’d have now

As XRP whales defended the support level around $1 as of August 14, an investor who risked $1,000 at the … Continue reading The post If you invested $1,000 in XRP at the start of 2026; Here’s how much you’d have now appeared first on Finbold.

Norway’s Pension Fund increases stake in Strategy by 50% to $370M
Norway’s Pension Fund increases stake in Strategy by 50% to $370M

Norway's Pension Fund's increased investment in Strategy Inc. highlights a strategic shift towards indirect crypto exposure, bypassing direct crypto holdings. The post Norway’s Pension Fund increases stake in Strategy by 50% to $370M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Alibaba releases open weights for Qwen3.8-27B multimodal model
Alibaba releases open weights for Qwen3.8-27B multimodal model

Alibaba's open-sourcing of Qwen3.8-27B could democratize AI development, fostering innovation and reducing reliance on cloud services. The post Alibaba releases open weights for Qwen3.8-27B multimodal model appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Anthropic IPO could exceed $2T, rival OpenAI with Cami Clark advising
Anthropic IPO could exceed $2T, rival OpenAI with Cami Clark advising

Anthropic's potential $2T IPO could reshape the AI industry landscape, intensifying competition and influencing strategic investments globally. The post Anthropic IPO could exceed $2T, rival OpenAI with Cami Clark advising appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Judge dismisses YMTC lawsuit against Micron over false claims
Judge dismisses YMTC lawsuit against Micron over false claims

The dismissal underscores the legal protection of political speech in tech disputes, impacting how companies navigate national security claims. The post Judge dismisses YMTC lawsuit against Micron over false claims appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Austan Goolsbee warns poor productivity readings could shift AI narrative
Austan Goolsbee warns poor productivity readings could shift AI narrative

Weak productivity data could undermine AI-driven growth expectations, potentially leading to inflationary pressures and policy shifts. The post Austan Goolsbee warns poor productivity readings could shift AI narrative appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Paris Saint-Germain reaches verbal agreement with Ajax for Mika Godts in €55 million deal
Paris Saint-Germain reaches verbal agreement with Ajax for Mika Godts in €55 million deal

PSG's acquisition of Godts signals a strategic investment in youth, potentially reshaping their attacking dynamics for years to come. The post Paris Saint-Germain reaches verbal agreement with Ajax for Mika Godts in €55 million deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Thrive Capital acquires $215M in Amazon shares, signaling venture capital’s public market pivot
Thrive Capital acquires $215M in Amazon shares, signaling venture capital’s public market pivot

Thrive Capital's public market investments highlight a strategic shift in venture capital, emphasizing AI-driven insights and competitive positioning. The post Thrive Capital acquires $215M in Amazon shares, signaling venture capital’s public market pivot appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

HTX loses liquidity as Binance blocks transfers, thinning ETH book
HTX loses liquidity as Binance blocks transfers, thinning ETH book

The sanctions-driven liquidity drain at HTX highlights the fragility of crypto markets under regulatory pressures, risking price volatility and market inefficiencies. The post HTX loses liquidity as Binance blocks transfers, thinning ETH book appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

SoftBank Group slashes TSMC stake by 71%, continuing its semiconductor portfolio shakeup
SoftBank Group slashes TSMC stake by 71%, continuing its semiconductor portfolio shakeup

SoftBank's strategic divestment signals a shift in investment focus, potentially influencing semiconductor market dynamics and investor sentiment. The post SoftBank Group slashes TSMC stake by 71%, continuing its semiconductor portfolio shakeup appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Cronos (CRO) Rises 5% Daily Following Major Ecosystem News: Details
Cronos (CRO) Rises 5% Daily Following Major Ecosystem News: Details

Further increase or a move south: what's next for CRO?

Bitcoin Hashrate Slips 17% Off Record as Miners Chase AI
Bitcoin Hashrate Slips 17% Off Record as Miners Chase AI

Bitcoin’s network hashrate has fallen as much as 17% below its all-time high, per CryptoQuant, as publicly listed miners redirect power and capital toward artificial intelligence data centers instead of chasing new mining capacity. Hashrate Pulls Back From Record Highs Bitcoin’s network hashrate, the combined computing power securing the...

Digital-asset industry faces new casualties as trading slump deepens
Digital-asset industry faces new casualties as trading slump deepens

The crypto industry's contraction signals a shift towards larger, compliant exchanges, impacting market accessibility and innovation. The post Digital-asset industry faces new casualties as trading slump deepens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

StablecoinX holds 20% of ENA supply as shares jump 12%
StablecoinX holds 20% of ENA supply as shares jump 12%

StablecoinX shares have climbed more than 12% after the Nasdaq-listed company disclosed a 3-billion-token ENA treasury and reported its first quarterly results since going public. StablecoinX values its ENA treasury at $218.4 million StablecoinX said in its Aug. 14 quarterly…

FC Barcelona’s reported interest in Liam Delap remains unconfirmed
FC Barcelona’s reported interest in Liam Delap remains unconfirmed

Unverified transfer rumors highlight the challenges clubs face in managing expectations and financial constraints amid social media speculation. The post FC Barcelona’s reported interest in Liam Delap remains unconfirmed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Amit Bhatia confirms investment stake in Liverpool Football Club
Amit Bhatia confirms investment stake in Liverpool Football Club

The investment could accelerate Liverpool's global brand expansion and financial growth, impacting competitive dynamics in football. The post Amit Bhatia confirms investment stake in Liverpool Football Club appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana in Spotlight as Israel's Largest Bank Joins Crypto Bandwagon

Israel's largest bank has integrated cryptocurrencies into its services, becoming the first bank to offer digital asset services in the country.

Bitwise partners with Superstate to explore tokenizing Solana staking ETF
Bitwise partners with Superstate to explore tokenizing Solana staking ETF

Bitwise has partnered with Superstate to explore tokenizing shares of its Solana Staking ETF BSOL while maintaining the same investor rights. The post Bitwise partners with Superstate to explore tokenizing Solana staking ETF appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Kalshi ordered to halt most prediction market contracts in Washington
Kalshi ordered to halt most prediction market contracts in Washington

A Washington court ordered Kalshi to halt most prediction market contracts in the state and implement expanded geofencing by Sept. 2. The post Kalshi ordered to halt most prediction market contracts in Washington appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Kraken parent Payward earnings plunge 71% as crypto trading slows
Kraken parent Payward earnings plunge 71% as crypto trading slows

Payward's strategic revenue diversification and regulatory positioning enhance resilience and growth potential amid fluctuating crypto markets. The post Kraken parent Payward earnings plunge 71% as crypto trading slows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Atlanta Fed Q3 GDPNow forecast slides to 4.3% after peaking above 6%
Atlanta Fed Q3 GDPNow forecast slides to 4.3% after peaking above 6%

The downward revision in GDP growth highlights potential economic vulnerabilities, impacting investor confidence and future policy decisions. The post Atlanta Fed Q3 GDPNow forecast slides to 4.3% after peaking above 6% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Binance Blocks HTX and EXMO. Sixteen Platforms Cut Off Amid Sanctions Push

For brokers, part of the counterparty due diligence now happens upstream, as exchanges start filtering out sanctioned platforms before brokers have to. Binance said on 14 August it will block transactions with 11 crypto platforms from 23 August, including HTX and EXMO, after already cutting off five smaller platforms — Shelbit, Aban Tether...

Fenway Sports Group sells minority stake in Liverpool FC to consortium including Jeff Bezos
Fenway Sports Group sells minority stake in Liverpool FC to consortium including Jeff Bezos

The sale highlights the growing influence of billionaire investors in football, raising concerns about the sport's commercialization and future. The post Fenway Sports Group sells minority stake in Liverpool FC to consortium including Jeff Bezos appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US maintains maritime blockade on Iran, redirects 62 vessels: CENTCOM
US maintains maritime blockade on Iran, redirects 62 vessels: CENTCOM

The sustained blockade heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and signaling prolonged U.S.-Iran maritime confrontations. The post US maintains maritime blockade on Iran, redirects 62 vessels: CENTCOM appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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XRP Sidelined? Ripple Pumps Ethereum Stablecoin Supply Close to Internal Record

Ripple's new $50 million stablecoin mint pushes RLUSD supply on Ethereum blockchain close to a record parity with XRP Ledger.

Latest Gemini earnings expose crypto’s new exchange reality – more total revenue, less crypto trading
Latest Gemini earnings expose crypto’s new exchange reality – more total revenue, less crypto trading

Card growth lifted total revenue, but trading volume fell about 66% and year-over-year operating costs remained elevated. The post Latest Gemini earnings expose crypto’s new exchange reality – more total revenue, less crypto trading appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Coldcard wallet exploit leads to theft of over 1,778 Bitcoin worth $112M
Coldcard wallet exploit leads to theft of over 1,778 Bitcoin worth $112M

The Coldcard breach highlights vulnerabilities in self-custody solutions, urging the crypto industry to enhance firmware security and response times. The post Coldcard wallet exploit leads to theft of over 1,778 Bitcoin worth $112M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

P2P.org lets Arkis clients trade against staked assets
P2P.org lets Arkis clients trade against staked assets

P2P.org has integrated its staking infrastructure with Arkis, allowing institutional clients to use staked Solana and Avalanche assets as collateral while continuing to earn protocol rewards. P2P.org staking enters Arkis collateral system P2P.org said in an Aug. 13 announcement that…

H100 completes historic Bitcoin-for-Bitcoin M&A, triples holdings to 3,506 BTC
H100 completes historic Bitcoin-for-Bitcoin M&A, triples holdings to 3,506 BTC

H100's Bitcoin-for-Bitcoin M&A strategy may inspire similar moves, intensifying competition in Europe's public Bitcoin treasury market. The post H100 completes historic Bitcoin-for-Bitcoin M&A, triples holdings to 3,506 BTC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The $1.74m crypto win proves whales are moving into entertainment
The $1.74m crypto win proves whales are moving into entertainment

A player reportedly deposited 1 million USDC on 1win and backed Paris Saint-Germain at 1.74 odds against Aston Villa, receiving a $1.749 million USDC payout after the win. Just this week, a player deposited 1,000,000 USDC and placed the full…

Gemini’s $107.7M Q2 Loss Tests the Case for Revenue Diversification
Gemini’s $107.7M Q2 Loss Tests the Case for Revenue Diversification

Gemini posted a $107.7M Q2 2026 net loss as services revenue rose 149% YoY to $23.5M and exchange revenue fell 38% to $12.5M. What the mix shift means.

XRP drops below $1 to hit 2024 lows: How holders can earn $10,000 daily in a volatile market
XRP drops below $1 to hit 2024 lows: How holders can earn $10,000 daily in a volatile market

XRP’s decline amid liquidity pressures and fund outflows is driving interest in alternative approaches, including EX DeFi’s cloud mining platform. On August 13, Ripple (XRP) briefly fell to $0.999, dropping below the critical psychological support level of $1 and further…

US Treasury Secretary Bessent declares end of K-shaped economy as lower earners see 5.5% wage growth
US Treasury Secretary Bessent declares end of K-shaped economy as lower earners see 5.5% wage growth

The shift towards equitable wage growth may reduce income disparity, but persistent wealth gaps highlight ongoing economic inequality challenges. The post US Treasury Secretary Bessent declares end of K-shaped economy as lower earners see 5.5% wage growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Court upholds DJI’s inclusion on Pentagon Chinese military list
Court upholds DJI’s inclusion on Pentagon Chinese military list

The court's decision could redefine the evidentiary standards for labeling firms as military-linked, impacting US-China tech relations. The post Court upholds DJI’s inclusion on Pentagon Chinese military list appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Trader loses $550,000 to Google ad scam impersonating Hyperliquid
Trader loses $550,000 to Google ad scam impersonating Hyperliquid

The incident highlights the urgent need for enhanced vigilance and security measures in digital advertising to protect DeFi users from phishing scams. The post Trader loses $550,000 to Google ad scam impersonating Hyperliquid appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Google ordered to simplify access to alternative Android app stores after judge finds ‘anticompetitive friction’
Google ordered to simplify access to alternative Android app stores after judge finds ‘anticompetitive friction’

This ruling could reshape app distribution dynamics, potentially increasing competition and innovation in the Android ecosystem. The post Google ordered to simplify access to alternative Android app stores after judge finds ‘anticompetitive friction’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli rejects €45M bid from Galatasaray
Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli rejects €45M bid from Galatasaray

Martinelli's rejection underscores Arsenal's strong negotiating position and highlights the player's ambition to remain in top European leagues. The post Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli rejects €45M bid from Galatasaray appeared first on Crypto Briefing.