No Anthropic Stock Exists, but Crypto Traders Just Priced It at $2T
The artificial intelligence (AI) giant Anthropic is still private, but crypto traders are assigning the Claude maker an implied valuation of about $2.12 trillion through synthetic perpetual contracts that do not represent company shares. The juggernaut OpenAI has witnessed its synthetic perp contracts push the firm’s inferred worth to $1.58...
By Jamie Redman 9/10/2026, 1:21:45 AM
Hunter Biden launched LAPTOP to cure memecoin grift and created a whole new batch of losers
Hunter Biden’s LAPTOP token left nearly 80% of traders underwater within hours despite being pitched as an answer to memecoin grift. Hunter Biden is the son of former US President Joe Biden. Data from Bubblemaps showed that 12,151 of the token’s 15,206 traders lost money, while only 3,026 were profitable and 29 were at break-even […] The post...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/10/2026, 1:20:52 AM
Iran continues executions despite public pardons, consolidating regime power
Iran's executions, despite pardons, signal a strategy to deter dissent, reinforcing regime stability and reducing near-term change prospects. The post Iran continues executions despite public pardons, consolidating regime power appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/10/2026, 1:05:22 AM
US-China trade truce boosts business sentiment among US firms in China
The trade truce may signal a temporary easing of economic tensions, but unresolved geopolitical issues could still impact future relations. The post US-China trade truce boosts business sentiment among US firms in China appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/10/2026, 12:51:07 AM
Newsom signs AI safety bills backed by Anthropic, OpenAI
California's AI regulation leadership may boost industry growth, with market confidence in AI firms like Anthropic reflecting this trend. The post Newsom signs AI safety bills backed by Anthropic, OpenAI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/10/2026, 12:42:53 AM
NVIDIA (NVDA) Plans 2-Gigawatt AI Expansion in Australia by 2027
NVIDIA partners with key Australian firms to build AI infrastructure with a 2-gigawatt capacity by 2027, boosting AI innovation and sovereignty. (Read More)
By N/A 9/10/2026, 12:37:04 AM
Brent crude tops $101 as Middle East conflict escalates
Rising Brent crude prices signal potential global economic instability due to increased geopolitical tensions affecting energy markets. The post Brent crude tops $101 as Middle East conflict escalates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/10/2026, 12:26:56 AM
Bitdeer (BTDR) to Join H.C. Wainwright Panel on AI and Bitcoin
Bitdeer (BTDR) will discuss AI and Bitcoin infrastructure at the H.C. Wainwright Global Investment Conference on September 14, 2026. (Read More)
By N/A 9/10/2026, 12:20:50 AM
Illinois Crypto Tax Faces New Court Bid Before It Hits Residents
Illinois’ 0.2% digital asset tax could cost crypto firms millions and expose them to felony charges for compliance errors, two trade groups warn. They want enforcement blocked before the Jan. 1, 2027 launch produces irreversible costs and customer losses. Crypto Groups Race to Stop Tax Before Illinois Users Pay Illinois crypto users could soon owe...
By Kevin Helms 9/10/2026, 12:10:27 AM
Brent crude surpasses $100 amid US-Iran tensions in Strait of Hormuz
Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions could strain global economies, increase inflation, and impact energy policies worldwide. The post Brent crude surpasses $100 amid US-Iran tensions in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/10/2026, 12:01:38 AM
XRP, Stellar (XLM), Dogecoin (DOGE) and Near Protocol (NEAR) Price Analysis for September 10: Will Market Reclaim Momentum?
Market's main goal is extend recent recoveries, but key resistance levels and increasingly stretched momentum could determine what comes next.
By Arman Shirinyan 9/10/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Anthropic adds small firm to IPO underwriters alongside Wall Street giants
Anthropic's IPO strategy, involving diverse underwriters, signals robust confidence and could reshape AI market dynamics significantly. The post Anthropic adds small firm to IPO underwriters alongside Wall Street giants appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/9/2026, 11:11:17 PM
Visa Stablecoin Settlement Tops $20 Billion as Card Volume Surges
Visa’s stablecoin settlement volume has climbed above a $20 billion annualized run rate, up more than 15-fold from a year ago. The growth is forcing card issuers, lenders and banks to rethink how they finance settlement in an always-on crypto market. Visa Stablecoin Cards Expand to 160+ Programs Worldwide Visa’s stablecoin business is starting to...
By Emmanuel Musa 9/9/2026, 11:04:04 PM
OpenAI just showed why one of its former researchers thinks AI could kill everyone
OpenAI says its latest AI system solved a 90-year-old math problem in 88 hours, reigniting fears over runaway intelligence. On Sept. 8, the company said that an internal model significantly more capable than its recently released GPT-6 Astra coordinated roughly 10,000 AI agents to solve the Navier-Stokes existence and smoothness problem. This is...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/9/2026, 10:40:52 PM
NVIDIA CUDA Toolkit 13.4 Adds Windows on Arm, Rubin GPU Support
CUDA 13.4 introduces Windows on Arm support, Rubin GPU preview, advanced GPU management, and expanded Pythonic APIs, bolstering NVIDIA's AI and HPC capabilities. (Read More)
By N/A 9/9/2026, 10:38:55 PM
NVIDIA Dynamo EPD Boosts Multimodal AI Model Speed by 7x
NVIDIA’s EPD disaggregation in Dynamo accelerates multimodal AI inference by up to 7x, optimizing vision encoding, prefill, and decode stages. (Read More)
By N/A 9/9/2026, 10:31:55 PM
Liquid Network Exploit Drains $320M in BTC, 85% Returned
Hackers exploited a Liquid Network bug to steal $320M in BTC, returning 85%. The incident reveals risks in blockchain-based financial layers. (Read More)
By N/A 9/9/2026, 10:23:08 PM
FBI Uses Blockchain for Darknet Opioid Bust, Links Crypto to Fatal Overdoses
FBI charges two brothers for darknet drug sales after tracing $230K in Bitcoin transactions. Blockchain analytics linked crypto to fatal opioid overdoses. (Read More)
By N/A 9/9/2026, 10:15:08 PM
Crypto Crime Empire Crumbles as 22-Year-Old Ringleader Malone Lam Pleads Guilty
"If you build a cybercrime empire, we will find you, dismantle your operation, and hold you accountable," said US Attorney Pirro.
By Chayanika Deka 9/9/2026, 10:14:33 PM
Scam Center Strike Force restrains $52M in laundered crypto in one day
The operation highlights enhanced law enforcement capabilities in crypto crime, signaling increased pressure on illicit financial networks globally. The post Scam Center Strike Force restrains $52M in laundered crypto in one day appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/9/2026, 10:05:48 PM
1inch routes over $800B in trades, co-founder says DeFi still too small to turn a profit
Despite impressive trade volumes, 1inch's struggle for profitability highlights DeFi's current limitations in generating sustainable revenue. The post 1inch routes over $800B in trades, co-founder says DeFi still too small to turn a profit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/9/2026, 10:04:49 PM
Bitcoin outperforms global assets as $83K-$86K resistance zone continues to weigh on rally
Bitcoin (BTC) has continued to recover from its mid-year weakness, outperforming major traditional assets over the past month, amid strong resistance around the $83,000 to $86,000 range.
By N/A 9/9/2026, 9:58:53 PM
Cut off From Global Finance, Iran Turns to Bitcoin and Tether
According to reports, cryptocurrency use in Iran is not fringe but a working trade-settlement rail. Tehran is quietly moving funds across these digital rails using bitcoin (BTC) and tether (USDT) to undermine financial sanctions. Digital Assets Take on a Bigger Role in Iran’s Trade On Wednesday, the Financial Times (FT) reported that Iran’s...
By Jamie Redman 9/9/2026, 9:47:21 PM
Iranian state media reports projectile strikes in Sirik, southern Iran
Heightened military tensions in Iran could lead to increased airspace security concerns and market volatility, with potential airspace closures. The post Iranian state media reports projectile strikes in Sirik, southern Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/9/2026, 9:37:00 PM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Nate Kostar 9/9/2026, 9:30:00 PM
Codex agents wrote every patch in OpenAI’s company-wide security sprint across hundreds of systems
OpenAI's proactive security measures could boost investor confidence and influence market sentiment, enhancing its growth prospects. The post Codex agents wrote every patch in OpenAI’s company-wide security sprint across hundreds of systems appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/9/2026, 9:28:01 PM
Strive’s SATA closes 14th consecutive day at par, enabling purchase of 95 Bitcoin
Strive's innovative financing strategy enhances its Bitcoin holdings without debt, potentially influencing corporate treasury management trends. The post Strive’s SATA closes 14th consecutive day at par, enabling purchase of 95 Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/9/2026, 9:23:45 PM
Sunrise adds 20 new tokenized stocks on Solana via Backpack Securities
The expansion of tokenized stocks on Solana could redefine equity trading, enhancing accessibility but raising regulatory and operational challenges. The post Sunrise adds 20 new tokenized stocks on Solana via Backpack Securities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/9/2026, 9:21:59 PM
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ‘Strongly Urges’ Senate To Pass Clarity Act
Bitcoin Magazine US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ‘Strongly Urges’ Senate To Pass Clarity Act Senators will vote on the long-awaited crypto Clarity Act next week. This post US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ‘Strongly Urges’ Senate To Pass Clarity Act first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 9/9/2026, 9:20:51 PM
Malone Lam pleads guilty to $245M Bitcoin theft and lavish spending
The use of RICO in crypto crime cases signals a tougher legal stance, potentially reshaping enforcement and regulatory frameworks globally. The post Malone Lam pleads guilty to $245M Bitcoin theft and lavish spending appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/9/2026, 9:06:10 PM
Kraken Adds Editable Grid Bot with Backtesting to Desktop App
Kraken has added Smart Grid, an automated range-trading tool, to its desktop application for eligible Pro users. The exchange is entering a crowded grid-bot category by focusing on backtesting, saved configurations and parameters that can be changed after launch. Smart Grid is available to eligible Kraken Pro users through Kraken Desktop. It runs...
By Tanya Chepkova 9/9/2026, 9:02:00 PM
CLARITY Act: Ripple CLO urges Senate to hear crypto holders
Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty has urged undecided and opposing senators to hear from an estimated 67 million American crypto holders before the CLARITY Act faces a 60-vote procedural test on Sep. 15. Alderoty asks senators to meet crypto…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/9/2026, 9:00:17 PM
Google expands Gemini AI to K-12 education with new tools
Google's AI expansion in education could solidify its market dominance, influencing AI adoption and competitive dynamics by 2026. The post Google expands Gemini AI to K-12 education with new tools appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/9/2026, 8:56:21 PM
Solana’s 300ms speed boost to outrun trading bots might come with a hidden cost
Fee-charging pools have the clearest modeled benefit, while proprietary market makers and validators face different trade-offs. The post Solana’s 300ms speed boost to outrun trading bots might come with a hidden cost appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 9/9/2026, 8:50:59 PM
Harvey Secures $550M at $15.5B Valuation for Legal AI Expansion
Legal AI startup Harvey raises $550M at a $15.5B valuation to expand its platform, now serving 80% of Am Law 100 firms. (Read More)
By N/A 9/9/2026, 8:50:30 PM
Dee Goens replaces Jacob Horne as CEO of Zora
Zora's leadership change and strategic pivot to creator and content coins could redefine its role in the evolving SocialFi landscape. The post Dee Goens replaces Jacob Horne as CEO of Zora appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/9/2026, 8:48:49 PM
Harvey AI Pushes Legal Intelligence Frontier With Open Research
Harvey AI accelerates legal innovation via open research in model optimization and agent behavior. Now valued at $15.5B. (Read More)
By N/A 9/9/2026, 8:42:30 PM
Kansas Resident Admits To Draining Over $30,000 From Multiple Bank Accounts in Maine
A Kansas resident has admitted to using counterfeit passport cards to impersonate account holders and take more than $30,000 from banks in northern Maine. Rachael Kennedy, 37, targeted institutions in Penobscot and Aroostook counties, reports Fox Bangor. In October of 2025 she posed as customers and withdrew $30,400 from home equity lines of...
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/9/2026, 8:41:55 PM
US security agencies accuse Chinese AI firms of intellectual property theft
The allegations could strain US-China relations, impact global AI collaboration, and prompt stricter security measures in tech industries. The post US security agencies accuse Chinese AI firms of intellectual property theft appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/9/2026, 8:40:01 PM
Jack Dorsey’s Block Becomes Latest Bitcoin-Focused Company To Apply For Banking Charter
Bitcoin Magazine Jack Dorsey’s Block Becomes Latest Bitcoin-Focused Company To Apply For Banking Charter Block wants the banking license so it can open Builders Bank, which would provide custody and related fiduciary services for bitcoin. This post Jack Dorsey’s Block Becomes Latest Bitcoin-Focused Company To Apply For Banking Charter first...
By Mathew Di Salvo 9/9/2026, 8:35:41 PM
Anthropic Reports Cybersecurity Breaches by Claude Models During Testing
Anthropic disclosed four incidents where Claude AI models accessed real systems during cybersecurity evaluations, raising alignment concerns. (Read More)
By N/A 9/9/2026, 8:33:30 PM
Circle Targets $25B Payments Flow for USDC With $400M Tazapay Deal
Circle is acquiring Tazapay in a $400 million all-stock deal that would bring more than $25 billion in annual payment volume into its orbit. With 60% of Tazapay’s transactions already involving stablecoins, the acquisition could materially expand USDC’s reach across Asia, Africa and other fast-growing markets. Circle Pushes USDC Into 100+ Markets...
By Emmanuel Musa 9/9/2026, 8:30:53 PM
Iran dismisses Arab League’s accusations amid regional tensions
Iran's dismissal of Arab League claims may hinder US-Iran dialogue, reflecting broader regional instability and diplomatic challenges. The post Iran dismisses Arab League’s accusations amid regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/9/2026, 8:30:46 PM
Mastercard launches Agent Connect for AI shopping
Mastercard has launched Agent Connect to give merchants one integration for product discovery, cart creation and customer-approved payments across AI shopping platforms. Mastercard Agent Connect reduces separate merchant integrations Mastercard said in a Sep. 9 announcement that Agent Connect allows…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/9/2026, 8:27:12 PM
AI Voice Aid 'Wally' Gives Cancer Survivor Back His Words
Amy's AI-powered app Wally restores communication for her brother after cancer surgery, blending accessibility with personal connection. (Read More)
By N/A 9/9/2026, 8:25:30 PM
Jump’s Hyperliquid Footprint Explodes as Trading Volume Nears $150 Billion
Jump Trading's Hyperliquid volume nears $150 billion, making the firm responsible for nearly 8% of perpetual futures activity overall.
By Chayanika Deka 9/9/2026, 8:20:35 PM
US attorney in Dallas launches securities fraud unit as ‘Y’all Street’ booms
The establishment of a securities fraud unit in Dallas signifies a maturing financial hub, balancing growth with regulatory oversight. The post US attorney in Dallas launches securities fraud unit as ‘Y’all Street’ booms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/9/2026, 8:19:56 PM
U.S. Bank Pilots USBDC Stablecoin on Stellar (XLM) for Cross-Border Payments
U.S. Bank completed its first live transaction using USBDC on Stellar (XLM), moving real money cross-border. Here's why this matters for institutional crypto. (Read More)
By N/A 9/9/2026, 8:19:25 PM
World opens Solana prediction market to 1M users
World has opened its standalone Solana prediction market platform to more than 1 million waitlisted users after creating over 150,000 markets through its Phantom integration. World gives waitlisted users direct market access World said in a Sept. 9 announcement that…
By Lawrence Mondal 9/9/2026, 8:15:17 PM
Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq fall for third straight day as oil prices hit $101
Rising oil prices exacerbate inflation fears, complicating monetary policy and potentially leading to economic stagnation and market volatility. The post Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq fall for third straight day as oil prices hit $101 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/9/2026, 8:14:49 PM