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UK deploys HMS Dragon to Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions
UK deploys HMS Dragon to Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions

The UK's naval deployment may escalate regional tensions, impacting global oil flow and prompting further international military involvement. The post UK deploys HMS Dragon to Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

KULR Technology Deposits 300 BTC Into Coinbase Prime as Unrealized Losses Near $18 Million
KULR Technology Deposits 300 BTC Into Coinbase Prime as Unrealized Losses Near $18 Million

Onchain data published Wednesday shows KULR, a tech company focused on thermal management and energy storage, moving 300 bitcoin into Coinbase Prime, a transfer analysts say looks less like a custody shuffle and more like a sell. SALE OR COLLATERAL? KULR Technology Group (NYSE: KULR), the thermal energy management firm that launched a bitcoin...

Senate Confirms Bitcoin Friendly Kevin Warsh As Fed Chair Ahead of Clarity Act Vote
Senate Confirms Bitcoin Friendly Kevin Warsh As Fed Chair Ahead of Clarity Act Vote

Bitcoin Magazine Senate Confirms Bitcoin Friendly Kevin Warsh As Fed Chair Ahead of Clarity Act Vote The Senate has confirmed Bitcoin-friendly former Fed governor Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair, setting the stage for a potential shift in U.S. monetary policy just one day before lawmakers vote on the crypto market structure Clarity Act. This...

US President Trump says ceasefire with Iran is ‘on life support’
US President Trump says ceasefire with Iran is ‘on life support’

The potential collapse of the US-Iran ceasefire could destabilize global markets, elevate geopolitical tensions, and impact energy security. The post US President Trump says ceasefire with Iran is ‘on life support’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A Quiet Rotation Into Altcoins May Already Be Underway: Altseason Hopes Return
A Quiet Rotation Into Altcoins May Already Be Underway: Altseason Hopes Return

Altcoins are showing signs of strength as the market prepares for a decisive week shaped by the CLARITY Act markup vote and price action testing key resistance levels across the board. The timing matters — and top analyst Darkfost has identified a shift in altcoin behavior that is worth paying attention to even against a backdrop that remains...

Ray Dalio critiques Bitcoin’s safe-haven status, favors gold
Ray Dalio critiques Bitcoin’s safe-haven status, favors gold

Dalio's critique highlights Bitcoin's volatility and transparency issues, potentially limiting its adoption as a reserve asset by central banks. The post Ray Dalio critiques Bitcoin’s safe-haven status, favors gold appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Joanna Stern: Wearable AI devices have fallen short, the enduring role of smartphones in our lives, and the psychological effects of AI on human behavior | Big Technology
Joanna Stern: Wearable AI devices have fallen short, the enduring role of smartphones in our lives, and the psychological effects of AI on human behavior | Big Technology

AI's role in education highlights the importance of skepticism and critical thinking for future generations. The post Joanna Stern: Wearable AI devices have fallen short, the enduring role of smartphones in our lives, and the psychological effects of AI on human behavior | Big Technology appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Tokenized Treasuries set record at $15.35 billion
Tokenized Treasuries set record at $15.35 billion

Tokenized Treasuries hit a record $15.35 billion on May 13 as Fed rate-hike fears drove investors toward on-chain yield. Tokenized Treasuries reached $15.35 billion in total value locked on May 13, surpassing the previous mid-April peak of $15.10 billion, according…

Whale shorts $70M in crypto and tech: Should Bitcoin traders worry?
Whale shorts $70M in crypto and tech: Should Bitcoin traders worry?

Despite short-term bearish bets from a successful Hyperliquid whale, a growing US Fed balance sheet and rising inflation support Bitcoin in the long term.

Netanyahu’s secret UAE visit amid Iran conflict signals stronger military ties
Netanyahu’s secret UAE visit amid Iran conflict signals stronger military ties

Netanyahu's UAE visit amid Iran tensions may solidify regional alliances, potentially hindering prospects for an Israel-Iran peace deal. The post Netanyahu’s secret UAE visit amid Iran conflict signals stronger military ties appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

UK government bonds and sterling fall as pressure on Starmer rises
UK government bonds and sterling fall as pressure on Starmer rises

Political instability in the UK could lead to prolonged market volatility, affecting investor confidence and economic stability. The post UK government bonds and sterling fall as pressure on Starmer rises appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran bypasses US blockade of Hormuz via Caspian Sea, rail to China
Iran bypasses US blockade of Hormuz via Caspian Sea, rail to China

Iran's strategic adaptation to bypass the US blockade may reshape regional trade dynamics and influence future geopolitical tensions. The post Iran bypasses US blockade of Hormuz via Caspian Sea, rail to China appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Moody’s Rates Fidelity’s Ethereum-Based USD Liquidity Fund at Highest Aaa-mf Level
Moody’s Rates Fidelity’s Ethereum-Based USD Liquidity Fund at Highest Aaa-mf Level

Moody’s Ratings assigned its highest money market fund assessment to Fidelity International’s new tokenized liquidity fund on May 13, 2026, placing a top-tier Aaa-mf grade on the USD Digital Liquidity Fund SP, a digitally native vehicle designed for institutional investors. Fidelity’s Tokenized Money Market Fund Earns Top Moody’s Grade The fund is...

Strategy’s STRC mechanism may be influencing Bitcoin mid-month liquidity cycles
Strategy’s STRC mechanism may be influencing Bitcoin mid-month liquidity cycles

Strategy’s perpetual preferred stock STRC may be playing an increasingly important role in shaping Bitcoin’s mid-month liquidity dynamics, according to K33 Research director Vetle Lunde According to reports, STRC’s structure creates predictable capital flow behavior, with dividends paid at the…

Polymarket's monthly volume declines for first time since August
Polymarket's monthly volume declines for first time since August

Prediction markets trading volume had been tracking monthly gains as the sector gains popularity among short-term traders, but competition is also increasing.

Tiny Bermuda Just Chose Stellar to Run Its Entire Finance
Tiny Bermuda Just Chose Stellar to Run Its Entire Finance

Stellar’s capacity matches Bermuda’s high ambitions of an all-around blockchain-based financial ecosystem. Continue reading at DailyCoin.

CLARITY Act Faces Wave of Amendments Ahead of Markup
CLARITY Act Faces Wave of Amendments Ahead of Markup

Stand With Crypto says its advocates have contacted lawmakers nearly 1.5 million times in support of the CLARITY Act.

Kevin Warsh wins Senate confirmation as Fed chair amid inflation pressure
Kevin Warsh wins Senate confirmation as Fed chair amid inflation pressure

Kevin Warsh wins Senate confirmation as Fed chair as inflation pressure complicates Trumps push for lower interest rates. The post Kevin Warsh wins Senate confirmation as Fed chair amid inflation pressure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Coinbase CEO Unpacks The Crypto Bill’s Biggest Promise For The US Financial System
Coinbase CEO Unpacks The Crypto Bill’s Biggest Promise For The US Financial System

As the Senate Banking Committee prepares to mark up the long-anticipated CLARITY Act on Thursday, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has argued that the newest version of the bill represents a workable “compromise” and could meaningfully improve the US financial system. Speaking to FOX Business, Armstrong said the updated draft reflects concessions on...

Amazon launches debut Swiss franc bonds in record six-part deal worth $3.6 billion
Amazon launches debut Swiss franc bonds in record six-part deal worth $3.6 billion

Amazon's Swiss franc bond debut highlights its strategic diversification in funding, potentially influencing other tech giants' financing approaches. The post Amazon launches debut Swiss franc bonds in record six-part deal worth $3.6 billion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Metaplanet loss hits $725M as Bitcoin price falls
Metaplanet loss hits $725M as Bitcoin price falls

Metaplanet loss hit $725 million in Q1 2026, driven entirely by a $737 million non-cash Bitcoin writedown. Tokyo-listed Metaplanet (TSE: 3350) reported a net loss of ¥114.5 billion ($725.6 million) for Q1 2026, a figure that reflects Japan’s accounting requirement…

OpenAI’s IPO faces scrutiny as Congress probes Sam Altman’s investments
OpenAI’s IPO faces scrutiny as Congress probes Sam Altman’s investments

The scrutiny of Altman's investments could impact OpenAI's IPO valuation and raise broader concerns about regulatory risks in tech markets. The post OpenAI’s IPO faces scrutiny as Congress probes Sam Altman’s investments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Breaking: Federal Reserve Now Has New Pro-Crypto Chair

Kevin Warsh has been confirmed as the next Chair of the Federal Reserve in a 54–45 vote.

Saudi Arabia launches airstrikes on Iran, escalating regional conflict
Saudi Arabia launches airstrikes on Iran, escalating regional conflict

The escalation could destabilize the region, impacting global energy markets and complicating international diplomatic relations. The post Saudi Arabia launches airstrikes on Iran, escalating regional conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

JP Morgan Files for Second Tokenized Fund on Ethereum as RWA Race Heats Up
JP Morgan Files for Second Tokenized Fund on Ethereum as RWA Race Heats Up

JPMorgan Files Second Tokenized Fund on Ethereum The post JP Morgan Files for Second Tokenized Fund on Ethereum as RWA Race Heats Up appeared first on Coinspeaker.

Bitcoin Slides Below $79K as $304M in Crypto Longs Vanish After PPI Shock
Bitcoin Slides Below $79K as $304M in Crypto Longs Vanish After PPI Shock

On Wednesday, bitcoin briefly plunged below $79,000 for the first time since May 4 as investors digested the latest producer price index data, which showed a sharp acceleration in wholesale inflation. Geopolitical Tensions and Macro Factors Bitcoin briefly plunged below $79,000 for the first time since May 4 as investors digested the latest...

Ethereum app builder Consensys has delayed its potential IPO until fall
Ethereum app builder Consensys has delayed its potential IPO until fall

The MetaMask wallet builder had reportedly engaged bankers from JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs to lead the process.

XRP Is Quietly Taking Over And These Are The Things That Investors Keep Missing
XRP Is Quietly Taking Over And These Are The Things That Investors Keep Missing

Crypto pundit Pumpius has highlighted how XRP is quietly taking over with several upgrades and features on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). In line with this, the pundit also declared that this year will be the altcoin’s best year yet as it “moves the world.” XRP Is Quietly Taking Over Institutional Finance In an X post, Pumpius stated that while everyone...

Legendary financier Ray Dalio says fiat dominance may fade as global monetary order fractures
Legendary financier Ray Dalio says fiat dominance may fade as global monetary order fractures

In a recent podcast appearance, investor Ray Dalio argued that fiat currencies are unlikely to remain the dominant form of global money, framing the current financial system as part of a long-term “debt and monetary cycle” that is beginning to…

Knesset dissolution vote looms, threatening Netanyahu’s coalition stability
Knesset dissolution vote looms, threatening Netanyahu’s coalition stability

The looming Knesset dissolution vote could trigger early elections, potentially reshaping Israel's political landscape and Netanyahu's future. The post Knesset dissolution vote looms, threatening Netanyahu’s coalition stability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

AI predicts Solana price for May 31, 2026
AI predicts Solana price for May 31, 2026

As Solana (SOL) price rallied to its highest level since February 4, 2026, earlier this week, Finbold AI Agent – … Continue reading The post AI predicts Solana price for May 31, 2026 appeared first on Finbold.

XRP Draws Amazon Comparison As SWIFT Tests Blockchain Rails
XRP Draws Amazon Comparison As SWIFT Tests Blockchain Rails

Top analyst compares XRP's multi‑year chart to Amazon’s pre‑2009 pattern, suggesting similar repricing after years of sideways consolidation. Continue reading at DailyCoin.

Kevin Warsh confirmed as Fed Governor, likely next Fed Chair
Kevin Warsh confirmed as Fed Governor, likely next Fed Chair

Warsh's likely Fed Chair role signals potential shifts in U.S. monetary policy, impacting market expectations and economic strategies. The post Kevin Warsh confirmed as Fed Governor, likely next Fed Chair appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Grayscale files to launch first spot ETF for Zcash privacy coin
Grayscale files to launch first spot ETF for Zcash privacy coin

Grayscale's move could redefine privacy coin investments, challenging regulatory norms and potentially broadening crypto market participation. The post Grayscale files to launch first spot ETF for Zcash privacy coin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Anduril raises $5B at $61B valuation as defense tech becomes core AI-industrial play
Anduril raises $5B at $61B valuation as defense tech becomes core AI-industrial play

American defense technology company Anduril has raised $5 billion in a Series H funding round at a post-money valuation of $61 billion, underscoring accelerating investor appetite for AI-enabled defense infrastructure and autonomous warfare systems. The round was led by Thrive…

Anthropic voids PreStocks tokens in share warning
Anthropic voids PreStocks tokens in share warning

Anthropic and OpenAI have declared PreStocks tokens backed by their shares worthless, sending the Solana products down up to 39%. Anthropic and OpenAI have both issued warnings declaring that Solana-based PreStocks tokens claiming to offer exposure to their private shares…

Bitcoin traders expect ‘fast move’ to $90K following CLARITY Act vote
Bitcoin traders expect ‘fast move’ to $90K following CLARITY Act vote

Bitcoin traders eye a possible move higher as short-term selling pressure fades and the CLARITY Act vote boosts crypto market focus.

US alleges secret Chinese arms sales to Iran amid regional tensions
US alleges secret Chinese arms sales to Iran amid regional tensions

Increased geopolitical tensions may hinder diplomatic efforts, elevate regional instability, and impact global markets and alliances. The post US alleges secret Chinese arms sales to Iran amid regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Global financial crisis fears grow as bond yields hit 1998 levels and Bitcoin drops below $80,000
Global financial crisis fears grow as bond yields hit 1998 levels and Bitcoin drops below $80,000

Sovereign curves are back near old stress zones while Hormuz inflation risk keeps central banks boxed in. The post Global financial crisis fears grow as bond yields hit 1998 levels and Bitcoin drops below $80,000 appeared first on CryptoSlate.

KDDI Coincheck deal expands Japan crypto access
KDDI Coincheck deal expands Japan crypto access

Japan telecom KDDI has agreed to buy a 14.9% stake in KDDI Coincheck Group for $65 million. KDDI Corporation (TYO: 9433), Japan’s second-largest telecom company with over 72 million mobile subscribers, has announced an agreement to acquire a 14.9% stake…

Dogecoin (DOGE) Soars 25% in a Month, But Key Indicator Flashes a Sell Signal
Dogecoin (DOGE) Soars 25% in a Month, But Key Indicator Flashes a Sell Signal

Is DOGE's rally running out of steam?

The Bitcoin Society halts plans to build crypto treasury after brutal Q1
The Bitcoin Society halts plans to build crypto treasury after brutal Q1

The halt highlights the challenges smaller firms face in emulating large-scale Bitcoin strategies, emphasizing the need for robust capital access. The post The Bitcoin Society halts plans to build crypto treasury after brutal Q1 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Trump proposes temporary suspension of federal gas tax amid rising fuel prices due to Iran war
Trump proposes temporary suspension of federal gas tax amid rising fuel prices due to Iran war

Suspending the federal gas tax could offer minor consumer relief but risks underfunding crucial infrastructure projects, impacting long-term growth. The post Trump proposes temporary suspension of federal gas tax amid rising fuel prices due to Iran war appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

GameStop’s $56B bid for eBay rejected, market doubts acquisition success
GameStop’s $56B bid for eBay rejected, market doubts acquisition success

GameStop's failed bid highlights challenges in financing large acquisitions, impacting market confidence and future tech sector consolidation. The post GameStop’s $56B bid for eBay rejected, market doubts acquisition success appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ethena price: ENA dips despite 5-week peak in whale activity
Ethena price: ENA dips despite 5-week peak in whale activity

Ethena’s native token, ENA, saw its price decline as Bitcoin slid below $79,000 The slight dip happened despite ENA notching a 5-week high in whale activity. Prices could fall further, but a rebound for BTC could boost ENA. Ethena (ENA) price faced downward pressure today, dropping nearly 4% to intraday lows of $0.11 as Bitcoin […] The post Ethena...

Bitcoiner Dumps Old Computer Files Into Claude AI, Recovers 5 BTC Lost Since 2015
Bitcoiner Dumps Old Computer Files Into Claude AI, Recovers 5 BTC Lost Since 2015

A bitcoin holder known on X as @cprkrn recovered approximately 5 BTC, valued between $400,000 and $500,000, from a wallet he had been locked out of for more than 11 years, crediting Anthropic’s Claude AI with solving a technical problem that had resisted every other attempt. Bitcoiner Recovers 5 BTC Worth $500K From 11-Year-Locked Wallet […]

Ledger IPO plans shelved over market conditions
Ledger IPO plans shelved over market conditions

Ledger has put its Ledger IPO plans on hold, citing difficult market conditions and weak investor appetite for crypto listings. Ledger, the French crypto hardware wallet maker, has paused its plans for a US initial public offering, according to two…

Price predictions 5/13: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, ZEC, BCH
Price predictions 5/13: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, ZEC, BCH

Bitcoin’s pullback is expected to find support near $79,000, but every recovery attempt is likely to be sold into.

Bitcoin Just Entered A Deceptive Territory, Here’s What You Should Know
Bitcoin Just Entered A Deceptive Territory, Here’s What You Should Know

Bitcoin’s recent price behavior has been everything the bulls hoped for, and that may be precisely the problem. Since bottoming out around $63,000 in early April, Bitcoin has posted a sequence of higher highs and higher lows and has now reclaimed $80,000. The structure looks bullish. However, technical analysis shows that Bitcoin has now entered...

Analyst Says Ethereum Will Have Its Turn For An Explosive Rally, But Only When Bitcoin Does This
Analyst Says Ethereum Will Have Its Turn For An Explosive Rally, But Only When Bitcoin Does This

A new analysis from crypto expert Sykodelic suggests that Ethereum (ETH) could experience a parabolic rally to new highs this year, but only if Bitcoin (BTC) makes a key move. According to the analyst, ETH is already laying the groundwork for this potential surge, with recurring historical patterns backing its bullish structure. Once Ethereum...