US home sellers outnumber buyers by 630,000, the largest gap ever recorded
The housing market imbalance may drive innovation in real estate investment, boosting interest in tokenized assets and decentralized finance. The post US home sellers outnumber buyers by 630,000, the largest gap ever recorded appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 6:43:20 PM
Kraken parent Payward seeks fresh funding at $20 billion valuation ahead of potential IPO
The crypto exchange operator is pursuing a new fundraising round as it ramps up acquisitions across derivatives and stablecoins while laying the groundwork for a future public listing.
By Will Canny 5/11/2026, 6:42:27 PM
Iran rejects 20-year enrichment freeze, US refuses reparations amid nuclear talks
The impasse in US-Iran nuclear talks may heighten regional tensions and complicate future diplomatic efforts, impacting global security dynamics. The post Iran rejects 20-year enrichment freeze, US refuses reparations amid nuclear talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 6:33:35 PM
CoW DAO approves compensation for cow.fi hijack victims, claims due May 14
CoW DAO approved CIP‑86 to offer discretionary grants of up to 100% to victims of April’s cow.fi domain hijack, with detailed claims due by May 14 and payouts targeted by May 31. CoW DAO has formally approved a user compensation…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 6:30:33 PM
CryptoQuant rejects dump fears on Bitcoin whale
A Bitcoin whale dormant since 2013 moved $40 million in BTC on May 10, with analysts ruling out an exchange dump. A long-dormant Bitcoin whale wallet moved about $40 million in BTC on Sunday after more than 12 years of…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 6:30:00 PM
Ethereum details Glamsterdam devnet progress and Hegotá roadmap shift
FOCIL, Verkle Trees and account‑abstraction upgrades have moved to Hegotá, turning it into a late‑2026 “cleanup and hardening” fork while leadership changes in Ethereum’s Protocol Cluster steer the longer Strawmap roadmap. The Ethereum Foundation has published a new protocol update…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 6:19:23 PM
SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son discusses multibillion-dollar AI data center project with Macron
SoftBank's AI data center plans in France could significantly boost Europe's tech infrastructure and attract more global investments. The post SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son discusses multibillion-dollar AI data center project with Macron appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 6:19:06 PM
Is Bitcoin’s Rally Fake? Analyst Sees Massive Downside Ahead
Some market watchers see the recent recovery as the beginning of expansion, while others view it as exit liquidity.
By Wayne Jones 5/11/2026, 6:18:18 PM
Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rises 50% in 25 trading days amid global AI chip race
The rapid rise in the semiconductor index highlights the volatile nature of AI-driven markets, raising concerns about potential market bubbles. The post Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rises 50% in 25 trading days amid global AI chip race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 6:17:40 PM
Lincoln International seeks $421M in US IPO, files to list on NYSE
Lincoln's IPO could enhance its capital for growth and strategic investments, impacting its competitive stance in the mid-market advisory sector. The post Lincoln International seeks $421M in US IPO, files to list on NYSE appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 6:17:31 PM
Bitcoin briefly reclaims $82,000 on Gate as volatility stays muted
Bitcoin briefly reclaimed $82,000 on Gate with a 0.81% daily gain, keeping price pinned near the top of its recent range as prediction markets and derivatives data still point to muted volatility. According to Gate market data, the BTC/USDT pair has broken…
By Dorian Batycka 5/11/2026, 6:12:39 PM
Circle launches Arc blockchain with BlackRock backing
Circle has launched the Arc blockchain after raising $222 million in a token presale backed by BlackRock and a16z. Circle Internet Group raised $222 million in the presale of ARC, the native token of its new Arc blockchain, giving the…
By Peace Longe 5/11/2026, 6:10:36 PM
Zcash Drops to $550 as Traders Defend 33% Weekly Surge and Eye Another Run
On May 11, zcash (ZEC) fell to $550 after a sharp rally, but the privacy coin remains up 33% in seven days as renewed interest and controversy fuel debate over its future. Zcash Pulls Back After Sharp Rally Privacy coin zcash (ZEC) plunged to $550 on Monday, even as renewed chatter about privacy in the […]
By Terence Zimwara 5/11/2026, 6:07:58 PM
UN warns Iran war’s Strait of Hormuz blockade is starving Somalia
The blockade's impact on Somalia highlights the severe humanitarian and economic ripple effects of geopolitical conflicts on vulnerable regions. The post UN warns Iran war’s Strait of Hormuz blockade is starving Somalia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 6:02:48 PM
Crypto’s X feed turns into a live tape for policy, halving and AI fear
Washington’s week from hell for stablecoins and the Fed. Across crypto X, the dominant thread is a single question: does Washington finally lock in a crypto‑compatible framework or kill the industry’s yield engine in the name of bank stability. Posts…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 5:56:31 PM
China’s industrial strategy threatens $650B in G-7 output, US Chamber warns
China's industrial strategy could reshape global manufacturing dynamics, prompting G-7 nations to rethink supply chain dependencies. The post China’s industrial strategy threatens $650B in G-7 output, US Chamber warns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 5:53:18 PM
XRP Price Capped In Tight Range As Bulls Brace For Fight
Funding rates drop sub-zero on Binance: what does that say about XRP's price structure? Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 5/11/2026, 5:52:00 PM
Bitcoin surges above $82,000 amid US-Iran de-escalation signals
Bitcoin's surge may boost institutional interest and market optimism, influencing long-term price predictions and geopolitical market dynamics. The post Bitcoin surges above $82,000 amid US-Iran de-escalation signals appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 5:51:50 PM
MultiBank Group’s crypto arm mb.io brings Ghana gold on-chain with Kings Orbis, EON3 & Mavryk
MultiBank Group’s crypto arm mb.io brings Ghana gold on-chain with Kings Orbis, EON3 & Mavryk
By Chainwire 5/11/2026, 5:48:46 PM
Starmer nationalizes British Steel, aligns Labour with EU amid leadership concerns
Starmer's policy shift may trigger leadership challenges within Labour, reflecting broader Western resistance to Chinese industrial influence. The post Starmer nationalizes British Steel, aligns Labour with EU amid leadership concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 5:46:44 PM
Google warns hackers are using AI to build zero-day exploit for planned mass cyberattack
The rise of AI-driven cyberattacks necessitates enhanced global cybersecurity measures to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive data. The post Google warns hackers are using AI to build zero-day exploit for planned mass cyberattack appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/11/2026, 5:45:50 PM
Iran ready to downblend uranium amid US-Iran nuclear talks
Iran's uranium downblending could enhance compliance with international norms, potentially easing US-Iran tensions and fostering diplomatic progress. The post Iran ready to downblend uranium amid US-Iran nuclear talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 5:45:23 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: BitMine slows accumulation even as Tom Lee predicts a crypto spring
Ethereum (ETH) treasury firm BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) purchased 26,659 ETH last week, taking its holdings of the top altcoin to 5.2 million ETH. However, that figure represents its lowest weekly acquisition since becoming an ETH treasury last June.
By N/A 5/11/2026, 5:35:32 PM
Bitcoin ‘golden cross’ appears for the first time since 2023: Will BTC price rally?
Bitcoin’s MVRV suggests a shift to bullish momentum as BTC's market structure strengthens, which may be an early sign of a new bull market.
By Nancy Lubale 5/11/2026, 5:35:04 PM
Crypto Pundit Shares Why XRP Could Reach The $12 Price Mark
Even though it has fallen drastically from its all-time high, the XRP price continues to pose a highly bullish future outlook. After several analyses and research, many analysts still believe that the leading altcoin is set to experience one of its biggest rallies since its launch, reaching as high as the $12 mark. What Historical […]
By Godspower Owie 5/11/2026, 5:30:30 PM
Adam Back Joins Capital B’s €15.2M Round to Expand Bitcoin Holdings
Capital B, a European bitcoin treasury company listed in Paris, raised €15.2 million on May 11, 2026, through a private placement backed by institutional investors, including Blockstream CEO Adam Back and French asset manager TOBAM. Capital B Closes €15.2M Round to Grow Bitcoin Treasury Toward 15,000 BTC Target According to the announcement, the...
By Jamie Redman 5/11/2026, 5:30:28 PM
Kuaishou plans $20B IPO for Kling AI video unit in 2027
Kuaishou's Kling AI spin-off could reshape the AI video market, highlighting investor confidence despite regulatory uncertainties in China. The post Kuaishou plans $20B IPO for Kling AI video unit in 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 5:30:19 PM
Dogecoin Price Set To Hit $5 Amid New Influx From Smart Money?
Dogecoin is facing a confusing technical setup as technical analysis warns of a major higher-timeframe move that could first send DOGE into a deeper accumulation zone. The chart appears bearish at first glance, but the inverted price scale changes the reading, turning the projected drop into a longer-term bullish setup that points to $1, $2, and...
By Scott Matherson 5/11/2026, 5:30:08 PM
Galaxy, Sharplink plan $125M institutional DeFi yield fund backed by ETH treasury
Sharplink will contribute $100 million in staked Ether to a Galaxy-managed fund as institutions seek to earn yield from crypto holdings without selling ETH.
By Sam Bourgi 5/11/2026, 5:26:07 PM
Osmosis Surges 185% as COSMOSIS merger debate returns
Osmosis is debating a merger with Cosmos Hub via a 1.998 OSMO‑for‑0.0355 ATOM swap funded by DEX revenue, raising existential questions for OSMO, ATOM and the broader IBC DeFi stack. Osmosis (OSMO) jumped 185% in 24 hours on May 11, reigniting…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 5:24:36 PM
White House reveals US banks ‘refused’ to attend meetings to resolve stablecoin rewards issue in CLARITY Act
A senior White House official has accused major banking trade leaders of refusing to join earlier talks on stablecoin rewards, escalating a dispute that has become one of the final pressure points ahead of the Senate Banking Committee taking up the CLARITY Act this week. In a May 11 post on the social media platform […] The post White House...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 5/11/2026, 5:20:34 PM
Ripple Prime secures $200 million debt facility
Ripple Prime, Ripple Labs’ institutional prime brokerage platform, has secured a debt facility from Neuberger Specialty Finance, a unit of … Continue reading The post Ripple Prime secures $200 million debt facility appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 5/11/2026, 5:15:19 PM
SUI jumps 31% as Nasdaq-listed holder triggers ‘classic’ supply shock, before settling down to $1.29
SUI jumped about 31% after Nasdaq‑listed SUI Group moved 108.7m SUI into staking, tightening a float that’s already ~74% locked and sending open interest above $620m. SUI (SUI) ripped higher by about 31% over the last 24 hours to trade…
By Andrew Folkler 5/11/2026, 5:13:05 PM
Tether launches developer grants program for local-first AI and payments infrastructure
Tether's initiative could decentralize AI and payment systems, reducing reliance on centralized entities and fostering innovation in local tech ecosystems. The post Tether launches developer grants program for local-first AI and payments infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 5:05:18 PM
Venmo unveils major redesign as PayPal restructures for potential sale
Venmo's restructuring could reshape fintech dynamics, impacting crypto strategies and investor confidence amid potential acquisition shifts. The post Venmo unveils major redesign as PayPal restructures for potential sale appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 5:03:44 PM
Ondo brings tokenized stocks to Hyperliquid as Global Markets tops $1B in TVL
Ondo brings tokenized stocks to Hyperliquids HyperEVM as Global Markets tops $1B in TVL less than eight months after launch. The post Ondo brings tokenized stocks to Hyperliquid as Global Markets tops $1B in TVL appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 5:00:53 PM
Trump to discuss military options on Iran as tensions rise
Increased military focus over diplomacy with Iran could escalate regional instability and hinder future diplomatic resolutions. The post Trump to discuss military options on Iran as tensions rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 4:50:35 PM
Early XRP Tokenizations Cross $1.8B, Signaling New Institutional Phase
Each tokenization is helping to de-risk the technology institutional use, creating a chain of real-world cases that compliance teams can lean on. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/11/2026, 4:44:00 PM
US-Iran conflict drives energy prices, fuels inflation concerns
Rising energy costs from geopolitical tensions may hinder economic stability, complicating monetary policy and prolonging inflation challenges. The post US-Iran conflict drives energy prices, fuels inflation concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 4:40:13 PM
Trump prepares for Beijing visit to negotiate with Xi on grand bargain
A successful summit could boost global trade stability and positively impact markets, while failure risks escalating tensions and market volatility. The post Trump prepares for Beijing visit to negotiate with Xi on grand bargain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 4:38:34 PM
How Bitcoin Outperformed ETH, XRP, BNB, and SOL During 2025-2026 Market Stress
SOL fell the furthest at 71.6%, from $238 to $67, but also bounced the hardest, recovering 38% from its bottom.
By Wayne Jones 5/11/2026, 4:37:43 PM
CLARITY Act Markup Raises Stakes in Stablecoin Banking Clash
A U.S. senator criticized bank opposition to stablecoin legislation before a committee session, saying the American Bankers Association sought “immediate engagement” from bank CEOs. He framed the dispute as a fight over competition, yields, and control. US Senator Blasts Bank Pushback on Stablecoin Bill Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), a member of...
By Kevin Helms 5/11/2026, 4:37:17 PM
Roundhill Memory ETF hits $6.5B in 36 days, shattering every ETF launch record
The rapid growth of $DRAM highlights the increasing investor focus on AI infrastructure, but also raises concerns about market volatility and supply constraints. The post Roundhill Memory ETF hits $6.5B in 36 days, shattering every ETF launch record appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 4:37:09 PM
Cerebras Systems eyes IPO price hike to $150-$160 per share, targeting $32B valuation
Cerebras' IPO reflects surging AI chip demand, but its high valuation poses risks amid costly production and competitive market dynamics. The post Cerebras Systems eyes IPO price hike to $150-$160 per share, targeting $32B valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/11/2026, 4:36:29 PM
Iran excludes uranium removal in US proposal, complicating nuclear talks
Iran's stance complicates diplomatic efforts, potentially prolonging geopolitical tensions and hindering progress towards a nuclear agreement. The post Iran excludes uranium removal in US proposal, complicating nuclear talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 4:35:34 PM
Israel operates secret military base in Iraq, escalating regional tensions
The secret base heightens regional instability, complicates peace prospects, and may prompt defensive measures like airspace closures. The post Israel operates secret military base in Iraq, escalating regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/11/2026, 4:32:47 PM
Anchorage is stepping back from Robinhood and Kraken-backed stablecoin group
Anchorage Digital co-founder and CEO Nathan McCauley said there will be ‘increased neutrality’ from his firm on stablecoins.
By Ian Allison 5/11/2026, 4:30:09 PM
Why the TradFi takeover of crypto might not be the death blow analysts expect
Gate’s CBO argues that Bloomberg’s warning of a TradFi takeover is "oversimplified," noting that global exchanges evolved past fee-only models years ago.
By Olivier Acuna 5/11/2026, 4:29:48 PM
Weekly Crypto News: Bitcoin rally stalls amid fresh US-Iran tensions, inflation and token unlocks
The cryptocurrency market commenced the week’s trading lackluster, with Bitcoin (BTC) struggling to hold above $80,000 support as optimism for a United States (US)-Iran final peace agreement faded amid emerging challenges in the negotiations.
By N/A 5/11/2026, 4:24:28 PM
Circle's Q1 Revenue Jump Fails to Hide Margin Squeeze From Ripple and PayPal
Circle posted 20% revenue growth in Q1 2026, but collapsing profits and rising costs exposed mounting pressure from Ripple's stablecoin push and PayPal's expanding PYUSD ecosystem.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 5/11/2026, 4:23:00 PM