Tether shuts down Alloy as XAUT becomes bigger gold bet
Tether winds down Alloy and aUSDT after weak demand, shifting focus to XAUT, USDT and higher-liquidity products across its larger ecosystem.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/18/2026, 5:42:10 AM
Midjourney launches medical division with sci-fi body scanner, but the Mythos connection remains unverified
Midjourney's medical pivot highlights the potential for AI-driven innovation in healthcare, but speculative crypto links could mislead investors. The post Midjourney launches medical division with sci-fi body scanner, but the Mythos connection remains unverified appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 5:41:50 AM
UK and India resolve trade impasse during G7 hot mic moment
The resolution of the UK-India trade impasse signals strengthened bilateral relations, potentially boosting economic growth and investor confidence. The post UK and India resolve trade impasse during G7 hot mic moment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 5:38:49 AM
England defeats Croatia 4-2 in World Cup opener as crypto finds its biggest stage yet
The integration of crypto in global events like the World Cup signifies growing mainstream acceptance and potential shifts in sports sponsorships. The post England defeats Croatia 4-2 in World Cup opener as crypto finds its biggest stage yet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 5:33:54 AM
Inveniam Capital Partners Pushes Mantra Acquisition After $20M Bet, Cementing RWA-AI Stack
Inveniam Capital Partners has agreed to fully acquire the blockchain project MANTRA and its affiliated entities, with the deal expected to close by June 30, 2026. Strategic Roots and the NVNM Chain Inveniam Capital Partners announced June 16 that it has reached an agreement to acquire the blockchain project MANTRA and its affiliated entities,...
By Terence Zimwara 6/18/2026, 5:30:17 AM
FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K standings: Colombia leads as FIFA deepens Avalanche blockchain integration
FIFA's blockchain integration with Avalanche could revolutionize digital fan engagement and ticketing, setting a precedent for future sports events. The post FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K standings: Colombia leads as FIFA deepens Avalanche blockchain integration appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 5:25:27 AM
Bitcoin Establishes Floor In $60K–$70K Range, Technical Analyst Says
A technical analyst says Bitcoin’s $60,000–$70,000 trading band is becoming a meaningful floor, but confirmation still depends on reclaiming momentum.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 5:23:31 AM
Citi economists revise India rate hike forecast, citing US-Iran deal
The US-Iran deal's impact on oil prices eases inflation pressures, benefiting emerging markets by reducing the need for rate hikes. The post Citi economists revise India rate hike forecast, citing US-Iran deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 5:23:26 AM
France sets 2027 quantum encryption test as crypto watches
France will halt certification for products without quantum-safe encryption in 2027, pressuring crypto and key security vendors before 2030.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/18/2026, 5:21:27 AM
XRP slips 4% below $1.20 after breakout rally stalls near key resistance
Heavy selling pushed XRP back through a closely watched support level, though buyers stepped in above $1.17 to prevent a deeper pullback.
By Shaurya Malwa 6/18/2026, 5:08:12 AM
Buying bitcoin below its 200-week average has historically delivered over 100% in median returns, Kraken says
Bitcoin briefly slipped below its 200-week moving average twice in the past two weeks, a rare event that Kraken says has historically marked strong entry points for buyers.
By Omkar Godbole 6/18/2026, 5:08:05 AM
Kentucky tests CFTC power with lawsuit against Kalshi, Polymarket
Kentucky sues Kalshi, Polymarket, Coinbase, Robinhood and Webull over sports event contracts as prediction market cases grow nationwide.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/18/2026, 5:02:51 AM
Gallup finds non-AI tech workers face threefold job loss risk
The growing reliance on AI in tech highlights a critical need for workforce adaptation, as non-users face heightened job insecurity and obsolescence. The post Gallup finds non-AI tech workers face threefold job loss risk appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 5:00:19 AM
Wall Street sinks on bets Fed will hike rates this year
Rising rate expectations could tighten liquidity, pressuring risk assets and potentially leading to broader economic challenges. The post Wall Street sinks on bets Fed will hike rates this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:55:57 AM
Polymarket’s geopolitics category surges past $5 billion as insider trading fears mount
The surge in Polymarket's geopolitics category highlights the urgent need for regulatory clarity and robust measures to ensure market integrity. The post Polymarket’s geopolitics category surges past $5 billion as insider trading fears mount appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:55:22 AM
Bitcoin, ether slide after a hawkish Fed, even as Trump's signed Iran deal lifts stocks
The Fed held rates but signaled it is more worried about inflation than growth in Chair Kevin Warsh's first meeting.
By Shaurya Malwa 6/18/2026, 4:52:46 AM
ENISA meets Anthropic amid US export controls on AI models
The US export controls on AI models highlight the EU's vulnerability and intensify calls for technological sovereignty and self-reliance. The post ENISA meets Anthropic amid US export controls on AI models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:44:55 AM
Bayern Munich trio shines in World Cup openers with goals and assists
Bayern Munich's players' strong World Cup start highlights the growing influence of club form on international success and fan token volatility. The post Bayern Munich trio shines in World Cup openers with goals and assists appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:43:09 AM
Copper falls over 1% after new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh signals potential rate hikes
Warsh's hawkish stance and ambiguity on rate hikes could tighten financial conditions, impacting global economic growth and commodity demand. The post Copper falls over 1% after new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh signals potential rate hikes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:40:04 AM
FIFA World Cup Matchday 7 drives crypto fan token surge as CHZ rallies 28%
The surge in crypto fan tokens during the World Cup highlights the growing intersection of sports and digital assets, potentially reshaping fan engagement and investment dynamics. The post FIFA World Cup Matchday 7 drives crypto fan token surge as CHZ rallies 28% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:39:22 AM
Solana ETF Inflows: Is SOL Becoming the Cleanest Altcoin Rotation Trade?
May 2026 Solana ETFs posted $115M net inflows and $1.13B AUM with zero outflow days, led by Bitwise’s BSOL. A practical read on when SOL is the clean rotation trade.
By Maya Sinclair 6/18/2026, 4:37:59 AM
Uniswap network activity surges as whale transactions hit 7-month high
Uniswap's surge in whale transactions and active addresses signals growing institutional interest, potentially driving long-term market shifts. The post Uniswap network activity surges as whale transactions hit 7-month high appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:37:53 AM
XRP ETF Inflows vs Seller Fatigue: Can Ripple’s Token Hold Its Breakout Structure?
CoinShares data shows $67.6M weekly XRP ETP inflows while Glassnode flags ~$2.5B 30‑day exchange outflows. Can buyers offset seller fatigue into June?
By Darnell Whitaker 6/18/2026, 4:37:40 AM
China’s US envoy proposes 10-fold increase in tariff-free trade
Enhanced US-China trade cooperation could stabilize global markets, fostering investor confidence and potentially boosting economic growth. The post China’s US envoy proposes 10-fold increase in tariff-free trade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:31:39 AM
Reliance faces investor scrutiny over digital unit listing this week
Investor impatience over Jio's delayed IPO highlights the challenges of navigating market conditions and governance reforms for value unlocking. The post Reliance faces investor scrutiny over digital unit listing this week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:30:59 AM
Yield Basis Deposits Jump 120% in 2 Weeks as Investors Seek BTC Yield Without Selling
Yield Basis says deposits into its new Hybrid Vaults rose more than 120% in under two weeks, signaling demand for strategies that let investors earn yield while keeping crypto exposure. The protocol is targeting one of DeFi’s long-running problems: liquidity providers falling behind simple holders during sharp price moves. Michael Egorov Says...
By Emmanuel Musa 6/18/2026, 4:30:15 AM
US and Iran sign Islamabad memorandum, lifting naval blockade and reopening Strait of Hormuz
The memorandum's broader implications include potential shifts in global oil prices, geopolitical dynamics, and the role of cryptocurrency in international finance. The post US and Iran sign Islamabad memorandum, lifting naval blockade and reopening Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:29:39 AM
People’s Bank of China refines monetary policy to stabilize markets
The PBOC's refined policy could enhance yuan bond appeal, potentially shifting global capital flows and indirectly boosting global risk appetite. The post People’s Bank of China refines monetary policy to stabilize markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:28:58 AM
Group of Seven pledges to diversify trade away from China with rare earth import caps
The G7's trade diversification strategy could reshape global supply chains, impacting costs and boosting non-Chinese rare earth producers. The post Group of Seven pledges to diversify trade away from China with rare earth import caps appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:28:49 AM
Cardano Van Rossem Upgrade Moves Closer To Mainnet As Governance Phase Advances
Cardano’s Van Rossem upgrade is moving through governance and readiness steps, keeping ADA traders focused on mainnet execution risk.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:23:29 AM
Bitcoin spot ETFs see $82M in outflows as Fidelity’s FBTC bucks the trend
The contrasting ETF flows highlight the volatility and shifting investor confidence in crypto markets, impacting institutional adoption strategies. The post Bitcoin spot ETFs see $82M in outflows as Fidelity’s FBTC bucks the trend appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:18:03 AM
Goldman: Strait of Hormuz oil flow may recover pre-war level
The shift to alternative oil routes may permanently alter global oil logistics and pricing, reflecting a structural change in the market. The post Goldman: Strait of Hormuz oil flow may recover pre-war level appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/18/2026, 4:17:00 AM
FIFA World Cup round 1 group stage wraps up as crypto prediction markets cross $2 billion in wagers
The integration of crypto in sports betting highlights its growing influence and potential for mainstream financial adoption and innovation. The post FIFA World Cup round 1 group stage wraps up as crypto prediction markets cross $2 billion in wagers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:16:08 AM
Colombia defeats Uzbekistan 3-1 in World Cup opener as crypto sponsors flood FIFA’s biggest stage
Crypto's integration into FIFA's World Cup highlights its growing influence in sports, potentially reshaping fan engagement and investment dynamics. The post Colombia defeats Uzbekistan 3-1 in World Cup opener as crypto sponsors flood FIFA’s biggest stage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:15:27 AM
Trump claims US would fare better without USMCA trade agreement
Trump's stance on USMCA could disrupt North American trade, impacting agriculture and manufacturing, and triggering market volatility. The post Trump claims US would fare better without USMCA trade agreement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:15:24 AM
Ripple and Stellar outlook: XRP awaits a breakout, XLM rally gathers pace
Ripple (XRP) steadies at $1.19 at the time of writing on Thursday, below the upper boundary of its falling channel after facing rejection. Meanwhile, Stellar (XLM) extends its gains, rallying over 25% so far this week.
By N/A 6/18/2026, 4:11:36 AM
Europe is building AI supercomputing hubs to transform its factories
Europe's AI supercomputing hubs could enhance industrial efficiency and sustainability, bolstering technological sovereignty and economic resilience. The post Europe is building AI supercomputing hubs to transform its factories appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:07:35 AM
France to stop certifying products lacking quantum-resistant encryption
France’s cybersecurity agency plans to block certification of products without quantum-resistant encryption starting in 2027, with full adoption targeted for 2030.
By Felix Ng 6/18/2026, 4:06:56 AM
Donald Trump and Masoud Pezeshkian sign memorandum to end US-Iran conflict
The memorandum's potential to stabilize oil markets and ease crypto compliance burdens could spur economic optimism, yet remains fragile. The post Donald Trump and Masoud Pezeshkian sign memorandum to end US-Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:06:23 AM
World Cup returns to Mexico after 40 years, but locals feel left out as crypto sponsors move in
The World Cup's crypto sponsorships highlight a growing digital divide, overshadowing local fan engagement and affordability concerns. The post World Cup returns to Mexico after 40 years, but locals feel left out as crypto sponsors move in appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:06:10 AM
Uzum plans additional funding round to support expansion ahead of IPO
Uzum's expansion and IPO plans highlight Central Asia's shift towards digital economies, but risks tied to Uzbekistan's stability remain significant. The post Uzum plans additional funding round to support expansion ahead of IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 4:00:19 AM
Next bull run will be slower, less volatile as investors' crypto appetite evolves, Bitwise CIO says
Long-time bitcoin bull Matt Hougan told CoinDesk that during this bear market and with ‘doubts swirling’, investors have found ‘it easier to reach for something more tangible:’ stablecoins and tokenization.
By Olivier Acuna 6/18/2026, 4:00:00 AM
FIFA World Cup 2026 matches on June 18 bring crypto’s biggest mainstream moment into focus
The integration of crypto in the 2026 World Cup could redefine digital asset utility, testing blockchain's scalability and market resilience. The post FIFA World Cup 2026 matches on June 18 bring crypto’s biggest mainstream moment into focus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:56:58 AM
China advances quantum autonomy with mass production of ultra-pure silicon-28
China's silicon-28 mass production enhances its quantum tech autonomy, intensifying the US-China tech rivalry and impacting global supply chains. The post China advances quantum autonomy with mass production of ultra-pure silicon-28 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:55:25 AM
Uzbekistan scores historic World Cup goal but misses the fan token opportunity entirely
Uzbekistan's missed fan token opportunity highlights a gap in leveraging digital assets for sports engagement, despite favorable crypto laws. The post Uzbekistan scores historic World Cup goal but misses the fan token opportunity entirely appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:54:41 AM
Google researcher departs for rival OpenAI, impacting AI race
The ongoing talent migration reshapes AI innovation dynamics, potentially decentralizing power and creating new competitive landscapes. The post Google researcher departs for rival OpenAI, impacting AI race appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:52:32 AM
National Stock Exchange plans landmark IPO, boosting market momentum
The NSE's IPO could significantly enhance investor access and confidence, potentially transforming India's financial market landscape. The post National Stock Exchange plans landmark IPO, boosting market momentum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:45:09 AM
CME chief executive says company plans to sue CFTC after perpetual futures approval
Kalshi's perpetual futures product did not meet the Dodd-Frank Act's definition of a "swap" and should not have been approved, Terrence Duffy said.
By Nikhilesh De 6/18/2026, 3:44:30 AM
Tether ends support for Alloy and gold-backed aUSDT
Tether's strategic pivot towards tokenized commodities like gold may enhance its market position in crypto-commodity integration. The post Tether ends support for Alloy and gold-backed aUSDT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/18/2026, 3:36:15 AM
Kentucky sues Kalshi, Polymarket, joining prediction market legal battle
Kentucky has sued Polymarket, Kalshi and Kalshi’s partners Coinbase, Robinhood and Webull, over offering sports event contracts in the state.
By Jesse Coghlan 6/18/2026, 3:35:05 AM