Fed July rate hold was ‘absolutely’ right, Kaplan says
Goldman Sachs Vice Chairman Rob Kaplan has backed the Federal Reserve’s 9–3 decision to hold interest rates at 3.50%–3.75% in July while urging policymakers to keep their options open before September. Why Kaplan supports the Fed’s July rate hold Bloomberg…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/13/2026, 10:01:57 PM
Coinbase and 14 other x402 facilitators failed security tests built for the coming AI-agent economy
The USENIX study found 31 vulnerabilities, including six directly validated paths and 25 high-risk cases. The post Coinbase and 14 other x402 facilitators failed security tests built for the coming AI-agent economy appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/13/2026, 10:00:54 PM
US considers indefinite Iran naval blockade amid oil supply shortfall
The indefinite blockade could exacerbate U.S.-Iran tensions, destabilize global oil markets, and strain geopolitical relations further. The post US considers indefinite Iran naval blockade amid oil supply shortfall appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 10:00:00 PM
Non-Custodial Bitcoin Bridge Boltz Shuts Down After AI-Assisted Attacks
A new group of veteran Bitcoiners will take over operations after supplying fresh capital and engineering resources.
By Wayne Jones 8/13/2026, 9:58:44 PM
He Went House-Hunting Saturday, Then Won $1M on His Porch Sunday
Raymond Johnson of Bunnlevel, North Carolina, had spent Saturday looking at a house with his family. On Sunday, he sat on his front porch with a $10 Triple Red 777 Jackpot scratch-off and won the game’s top prize. He claimed it the next morning and took a $600,000 lump sum over a 20-year annuity. One […]
By Luci Kelemen 8/13/2026, 9:51:32 PM
Real Sociedad cancels Nayef Aguerd transfer after medical tests
Real Sociedad's decision highlights the financial and strategic risks clubs face when dealing with players recovering from significant injuries. The post Real Sociedad cancels Nayef Aguerd transfer after medical tests appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 9:49:32 PM
Algorand Just Made Quantum Resistance Native
This is the first upgrade where the fee you owe depends on what your transaction actually contains. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 8/13/2026, 9:42:00 PM
Ether.fi upgrades neobank with stocks and 4% loans
Ether.fi has upgraded its non-custodial neobank with tokenized stocks and metals, portfolio-backed loans near 4%, payments in over 30 currencies, and programmatic ETHFI buybacks. Ether.fi neobank combines trading, loans, and payments According to Ether.fi’s Thursday announcement, the “Summer” release places…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/13/2026, 9:35:43 PM
Tokenized stocks’ share of total RWA market cap rises to over 15%
The rise of tokenized stocks signals a shift towards blockchain-based financial products, potentially reshaping traditional equity markets. The post Tokenized stocks’ share of total RWA market cap rises to over 15% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 9:29:49 PM
Norway’s $1.7T wealth fund discloses $82M stake in BitMine Immersion Technologies
Norway's wealth fund investment in BitMine could drive institutional interest in Ethereum, impacting market dynamics and staking strategies. The post Norway’s $1.7T wealth fund discloses $82M stake in BitMine Immersion Technologies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 9:28:58 PM
Conflux sets v3.1.0 hard fork for Aug. 25 with seven CIPs
Conflux Network has scheduled its v3.1.0 hard fork for Aug. 25, requiring node operators to install the update before seven network proposals and a private security fix take effect. Conflux v3.1.0 requires a mandatory update Conflux Network said in an…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/13/2026, 9:20:45 PM
SEC reportedly cancels Friday meeting on proposed crypto regulation framework
The SEC's meeting cancellation delays regulatory clarity, prolonging uncertainty in the crypto market and complicating legislative efforts. The post SEC reportedly cancels Friday meeting on proposed crypto regulation framework appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 9:19:46 PM
Bitcoin’s Bear Cycle Looks Familiar — And That Might Be the Bullish Case
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin’s Bear Cycle Looks Familiar — And That Might Be the Bullish Case Bitcoin is doing what it always has done, according to market observers. This post Bitcoin’s Bear Cycle Looks Familiar — And That Might Be the Bullish Case first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/13/2026, 9:19:32 PM
Gemini Space Station posts fourth straight quarterly loss as revenue climbs 37%
Gemini's ongoing losses highlight the challenge of achieving profitability amid declining trading volumes and a shrinking asset base. The post Gemini Space Station posts fourth straight quarterly loss as revenue climbs 37% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 9:11:44 PM
OranjeBTC Targets Brazil’s B3 With Strategy-Backed DIGY11 ETF
The goal is to bring easy access to Strategy’s and Strive’s bitcoin-based digital credit options in Brazil. DIGY11 will be traded in Brazilian reais, and the income will be distributed monthly and is estimated to reach the average interbank deposit rate plus up to 5%. OranjeBTC Announces DIGY11 Launch in Brazilian Stock Markets OranjeBTC, one […]
By Sergio Goschenko 8/13/2026, 9:10:44 PM
City of Baltimore goes after prediction markets for sports betting
The city’s complaint over gambling laws and deceptive trade practices included Robinhood, Webull and Coinbase as partners with prediction market platform Kalshi.
By Turner Wright 8/13/2026, 9:08:23 PM
Neutrl halts NUSD redemptions over reserve concerns
Neutrl has suspended minting, redemptions, and other protocol functions while it assesses an unspecified reserve issue affecting roughly $53.7 million of NUSD in circulation. Neutrl pauses redemptions during reserve assessment Neutrl said in an Aug. 13 X post that it…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/13/2026, 9:04:35 PM
Anthropic leads US business AI adoption: Ramp
Anthropic's AI dominance may boost its valuation, but strategic model adoption and competitive dynamics could shape future market perceptions. The post Anthropic leads US business AI adoption: Ramp appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 8:53:09 PM
China ETFs see $3.4B in outflows as US investor demand weakens sharply
The shift in US investor focus from China to other emerging markets may reshape global capital flows and influence regional economic dynamics. The post China ETFs see $3.4B in outflows as US investor demand weakens sharply appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:51:34 PM
AVAX One reports Q2 revenue of $2.8M while posting $35.1M net loss
AVAX One's reliance on volatile digital assets poses risks to its financial stability, impacting investor confidence and Nasdaq compliance. The post AVAX One reports Q2 revenue of $2.8M while posting $35.1M net loss appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:46:32 PM
Fitch affirms US credit rating at AA+ with stable outlook, projects debt-to-GDP hitting 127%
Rising US debt-to-GDP and slower growth may strain fiscal policy, impacting consumer spending and market stability amid global tensions. The post Fitch affirms US credit rating at AA+ with stable outlook, projects debt-to-GDP hitting 127% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:43:50 PM
Tether completes first full financial audit, receives clean KPMG opinion
KPMG’s audit covered Tether’s 2025 financial statements and found its reserves exceeded liabilities by $6.8 billion.
By Nate Kostar 8/13/2026, 8:43:12 PM
DATA Foundation (ex-Story Protocol) keeps insider tokens locked past deadline with no new unlock date
A June extension superseded the earlier schedule without identifying its start point, affected wallets or token amount. The post DATA Foundation (ex-Story Protocol) keeps insider tokens locked past deadline with no new unlock date appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/13/2026, 8:40:39 PM
Elon Musk increases SpaceX stake, valued at $908B
Musk's increased stake in SpaceX may signal deeper integration with Tesla, potentially reshaping the aerospace and automotive industries. The post Elon Musk increases SpaceX stake, valued at $908B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 8:37:18 PM
KPMG Completes Full Audit of Tether’s 2025 Financial Statements
Tether disclosed that KPMG U.S. completed a full audit of its 2025 financial statements and issued an unqualified opinion, the most favorable conclusion an independent auditor can provide. KPMG Reviews Tether’s 2025 Books The stablecoin issuer detailed on Thursday that the audit covered Tether International, S.A. de C.V. for the year ended Dec....
By Jamie Redman 8/13/2026, 8:35:29 PM
White House to Host Crypto Industry Execs Next Week: Report
Bitcoin Magazine White House to Host Crypto Industry Execs Next Week: Report Crypto and prediction market bigwigs are set to gather at the White House next week, according to a Thursday report from POLITICO. The report, citing people with knowledge of the matter, said the industry officials would meet one day before the Commodity Futures Trading...
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/13/2026, 8:33:37 PM
US equities close higher as softer PPI boosts market sentiment
Softer inflation data eases rate hike fears, boosting market optimism and potentially stabilizing economic growth amid persistent inflation. The post US equities close higher as softer PPI boosts market sentiment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:32:27 PM
Cursor welcomes Firetiger team to enhance AI agent capabilities
Cursor's integration of Firetiger aims to streamline autonomous software development, potentially revolutionizing production monitoring and issue resolution. The post Cursor welcomes Firetiger team to enhance AI agent capabilities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:31:47 PM
Tech ETFs drive record monthly trading volume, reaching 10% share
The surge in tech ETF trading highlights potential market volatility risks, as concentrated investments could amplify downturn impacts. The post Tech ETFs drive record monthly trading volume, reaching 10% share appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:29:54 PM
Deribit to Route Most Spot Orders to Coinbase under New Dubai Licence
Deribit has received a Broker-Dealer Licence from Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), allowing the Coinbase-owned crypto derivatives platform to route most spot orders to Coinbase Exchange for execution. Deribit will remain the client-facing venue and retain its derivatives ecosystem, while Coinbase Exchange will provide main...
By Tanya Chepkova 8/13/2026, 8:29:39 PM
Motherwell defeats Helsinki to set up Freiburg clash in UEFA Conference League qualifiers
Motherwell's progression highlights the potential for smaller clubs to gain European exposure, boosting their profile and competitive experience. The post Motherwell defeats Helsinki to set up Freiburg clash in UEFA Conference League qualifiers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:25:00 PM
XRP’s New Millionaires Are Sending a Clear Signal
The richest XRP HODLers are now clinging on to the OG altcoin with rising activity, but not without a twist. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 8/13/2026, 8:16:00 PM
S&P 500 closes at record high as tame inflation data fuels tech rally
Tech stocks surge as inflation eases, suggesting potential for sustained growth and cautious Fed policy, impacting future market dynamics. The post S&P 500 closes at record high as tame inflation data fuels tech rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:13:58 PM
StubHub shares plunge after World Cup ticket fiasco wipes out quarterly profit
StubHub's reliance on third-party systems highlights vulnerabilities, risking financial stability and investor confidence amid legal challenges. The post StubHub shares plunge after World Cup ticket fiasco wipes out quarterly profit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:11:08 PM
White House to host crypto and prediction market executives next week
The White House's engagement with crypto and prediction markets signals a shift towards comprehensive digital asset regulation, impacting future policy. The post White House to host crypto and prediction market executives next week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:09:56 PM
Solana Overtakes Bitcoin and Ether in GSR’s Latest Crypto Portfolio Shake-Up
Solana is now GSR's largest allocation.
By Chayanika Deka 8/13/2026, 8:09:35 PM
Applied Materials reports Q3 revenue of $9B, raises Q4 guidance as AI chip demand surges
Surging AI chip demand signals a structural shift in semiconductor investments, potentially boosting long-term growth and market dynamics. The post Applied Materials reports Q3 revenue of $9B, raises Q4 guidance as AI chip demand surges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:08:57 PM
Micron Ventures operates $300M fund for AI and deep tech investments
Micron's strategic investments in AI and deep tech could reshape the semiconductor landscape, driving innovation and energy-efficient solutions. The post Micron Ventures operates $300M fund for AI and deep tech investments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:07:51 PM
Wintermute Bets $1 Billion on AI and High-Frequency Trading Expansion
Wintermute plans to invest about $1 billion over five years in high-frequency trading and AI data-center infrastructure as it expands beyond digital assets. The crypto market maker wants traditional markets to generate more than half of its revenue by the end of 2027. Wintermute Targets Over 50% Revenue From Non-Crypto Markets by 2027 Wintermute...
By Emmanuel Musa 8/13/2026, 8:02:49 PM
Tether Finally Completes Independent Audit of Reserves With KPMG
Bitcoin Magazine Tether Finally Completes Independent Audit of Reserves With KPMG The stablecoin giant for years struggled to get a Big Four accounting firm to audit its reserves. No more. This post Tether Finally Completes Independent Audit of Reserves With KPMG first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/13/2026, 8:01:40 PM
Stablecoin Giant Tether Completes Its Largest Inaugural Audit
The company described the review as the largest inaugural financial audit in history.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/13/2026, 7:59:46 PM
Tether Academy adds 80 lessons on local AI using QVAC
Tether Academy's expansion into local AI education enhances privacy, reduces latency, and broadens AI's applicability beyond text models. The post Tether Academy adds 80 lessons on local AI using QVAC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 7:59:08 PM
Vantage Data Centers explores IPO next year to raise $10B at $100B valuation
Vantage's potential IPO could reshape the data center landscape, intensifying competition and fueling growth amid surging AI infrastructure demand. The post Vantage Data Centers explores IPO next year to raise $10B at $100B valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 7:52:25 PM
TRON goes live on Fireblocks Flow, enabling stablecoin payments for 2,400+ institutions
The integration of TRON into Fireblocks Flow could significantly enhance institutional adoption of stablecoin payments, streamlining global transactions. The post TRON goes live on Fireblocks Flow, enabling stablecoin payments for 2,400+ institutions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 7:52:08 PM
Gaming firm GameSquare boasts a $26M Ethereum fortune, but quiet debt fine print leaves just $2.1M in real cash
In its Aug. 12 earnings exhibit, GameSquare did not disclose how much ETH was pledged or update the March 31 rollover terms. The post Gaming firm GameSquare boasts a $26M Ethereum fortune, but quiet debt fine print leaves just $2.1M in real cash appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/13/2026, 7:35:07 PM
UBS raises BlackRock Bitcoin ETF stake to $90 million
UBS has increased its BlackRock Bitcoin ETF holding to about 2.5 million shares worth nearly $90 million as of June 30, lifting the position’s value by roughly 230% during the first half of 2026. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/13/2026, 7:34:30 PM
OpenAI sees second executive departure this week amid IPO restructuring
OpenAI's leadership changes amid IPO plans may affect its stability and valuation, raising concerns about its future growth trajectory. The post OpenAI sees second executive departure this week amid IPO restructuring appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 7:33:27 PM
Stellar Lands Big Win As $2.1 Trillion Funds Head On-Chain
XLM Network just gained massive institutional acclaim with BNY Investments choosing to deploy reserves. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 8/13/2026, 7:29:00 PM
OpenAI unveils Ultrafast mode for GPT-5.6 Sol, boosting speed by 14x
The Ultrafast mode's speed boost could revolutionize real-time AI applications, enhancing efficiency in sectors like finance and security. The post OpenAI unveils Ultrafast mode for GPT-5.6 Sol, boosting speed by 14x appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 7:28:35 PM
IBM partners with OpenAI to enhance enterprise AI capabilities
This partnership could redefine enterprise AI deployment, intensifying competition and accelerating digital transformation across key industries. The post IBM partners with OpenAI to enhance enterprise AI capabilities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 7:26:08 PM