Fintech giant KSNet joins Solana Foundation to trial Solana Pay in South Korea
KSNet has partnered with the Solana Foundation to test blockchain payments and AI-driven transaction systems for South Korea’s financial market. KSNet announced on July 30 that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Solana Foundation to jointly…
By Rony Roy 7/31/2026, 11:12:38 AM
EU Crypto Sanctions Review Could Trigger Almost 5,500 Compliance Checks
Europe's authorized crypto sector could face 1,569 to 5,409 governance and counterparty reviews as the EU introduces Russia- and Belarus-related sanctions controls in August, according to an FM Intelligence projection. The base scenario produces 2,849 review actions across the EU27. The full FM Intelligence analysis identified 289 authorized...
By Damian Chmiel 7/31/2026, 11:10:00 AM
Bitcoin, ether fall, equities rally with broader crypto market on track for best month in a year
BTC fell as July drew to a close, even as stocks gained in Asia and U.S. index futures advanced. The CoinDesk 20 index is set to post its biggest gain since July 2025.
By Oliver Knight 7/31/2026, 11:07:52 AM
BIS Project Agorá settles $1 million in tokenized cross-border payment trials
Twenty-eight financial institutions and central banks completed real-value settlements across six currencies using tokenized central bank reserves and commercial bank deposits.
By Yohan Yun 7/31/2026, 11:02:24 AM
KOSPI Circuit Breakers: How Korea Handles Extreme Volatility
Three KOSPI circuit breakers in July 2026 spotlight Korea’s 8%/15%/20% halt rules, 20‑minute freezes, and sidecar curbs on program selling. Here’s how it works.
By Andrei Popescu 7/31/2026, 11:01:48 AM
Bitcoin self-custody debate erupts over poor wallet UX
Bitcoin Archive’s self-custody criticism renews debate over wallet UX, seed phrases and whether technical barriers hinder adoption.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/31/2026, 11:01:15 AM
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP edge lower despite renewed ETF inflows
The cryptocurrency market broadly corrects on Friday, as investors assess macro uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, which continue to escalate in the Middle East. Bitcoin (BTC) is trading below $64,000, down from the weekly high of $65,745.
By N/A 7/31/2026, 11:00:00 AM
Institutional Interest in XRP Rises As $592M Asset Manager Reveals ETF Investment
Institutional interest in XRP investment products is continuing to build, with another U.S. wealth adviser disclosing a new position in an XRP ETF.
By Newton Gitonga 7/31/2026, 10:51:17 AM
Chevron and Exxon earnings soar as Trump threatens price interventions
Regulatory scrutiny on oil giants could reshape market dynamics, impacting investor sentiment and potentially compressing future earnings. The post Chevron and Exxon earnings soar as Trump threatens price interventions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:50:25 AM
Taiwan’s economy grows 14% in first half of 2026, fastest since 1976
Taiwan's economic surge highlights its pivotal role in AI, but reliance on semiconductors poses risks if global demand or stability shifts. The post Taiwan’s economy grows 14% in first half of 2026, fastest since 1976 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:49:12 AM
10 Cryptos to Buy Under $1 in August 2026
The rise of Bitcoin and Ethereum tells one of the most compelling stories in financial history. Once trading at fractions of a dollar, Bitcoin now sits at $63,610.73 and Ethereum at $1,881.01, a testament to what adoption, utility, and long-term market maturity can achieve. But price history alone doesn’t determine future potential. In a market...
By N/A 7/31/2026, 10:48:04 AM
New York Sues Kalshi as Legal Pressure on Prediction Markets Intensifies
New York has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, accusing it of operating illegal gambling products without a state license.
By Jordan Lyanchev 7/31/2026, 10:43:55 AM
New York Hits Kalshi With $36B Lawsuit Over Gambling Claims
The post New York Hits Kalshi With $36B Lawsuit Over Gambling Claims appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The largest prediction market, Kalshi, has been sued by New York state for allegedly running illegal gambling operations in the state. The state is demanding at least $36 billion in damages over alleged illegal gambling. The lawsuit comes...
By Rizwan Ansari 7/31/2026, 10:43:36 AM
Crypto treasuries pivot to AI data center funding
Quantum sold 1,000 ETH while Hyperscale monetized 100 BTC and opened a Bitcoin-backed facility to finance AI data centers.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/31/2026, 10:39:04 AM
KyberSwap integrates RobinScan for seamless transaction exploration on Robinhood Chain
KyberSwap's integration with RobinScan could accelerate the adoption of tokenized real-world assets, reshaping traditional finance landscapes. The post KyberSwap integrates RobinScan for seamless transaction exploration on Robinhood Chain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:37:10 AM
Bayer Leverkusen’s blockchain-friendly brand meets old-school transfer as Faye heads to Celta Vigo
The absence of blockchain elements in Faye's transfer highlights football's cautious approach to integrating digital assets into traditional operations. The post Bayer Leverkusen’s blockchain-friendly brand meets old-school transfer as Faye heads to Celta Vigo appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:36:58 AM
Stacks sees Bitcoin DeFi growth as Granite Protocol lands on Borrow on Bitcoin
The emergence of Bitcoin DeFi platforms like Granite Protocol could reshape lending dynamics, offering lower rates and mitigating systemic risks. The post Stacks sees Bitcoin DeFi growth as Granite Protocol lands on Borrow on Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:36:00 AM
NEAR lets users pay for AI services by staking tokens
NEAR Protocol has launched a staking-based payment system for its AI platform, allowing users to access confidential inference and autonomous AI agents by locking NEAR tokens instead of paying with a credit card. According to an announcement published by NEAR…
By Rony Roy 7/31/2026, 10:35:33 AM
Bitcoin Weekly Forecast: Bulls hold the line
Bitcoin (BTC) edges slightly lower, trading at $64,300 at the time of writing on Friday but holding firmly above a key support zone.
By N/A 7/31/2026, 10:35:22 AM
Ukraine strikes Russian logistics sites in three regions, escalating conflict
The escalation reduces the likelihood of a ceasefire by 2026, signaling a prolonged conflict with strategic infrastructure as key targets. The post Ukraine strikes Russian logistics sites in three regions, escalating conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 10:33:38 AM
Zcash Price Forecast: ZEC risks over 15% drawdown amid declining shielded supply
Zcash (ZEC) is trading in the red on Friday, extending a roughly 20% decline over nearly two weeks. The privacy coin is losing adoption and retail demand, with shielded ZEC supply at a 10-month low and ZEC futures Open Interest down over 3% in 24 hours.
By N/A 7/31/2026, 10:32:29 AM
Murata warns global technology buildout may lose steam despite raising profit outlook
Murata's caution signals potential volatility in tech infrastructure investments, impacting supply chains and tech-dependent sectors globally. The post Murata warns global technology buildout may lose steam despite raising profit outlook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:31:10 AM
Strategy Swings From $14B Profit to $8.2B Loss as Saylor Sells
Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) posted an $8.22 billion quarterly loss as bitcoin’s price slide erased last year’s $14 billion gain. Regardless, the firm grew its BTC stack 11% to 843,775 coins but kept selling to fund shareholder payouts. Holdings Grow Even as Sales Continue Strategy disclosed the results in its second-quarter 2026 financial report,...
By Shiraz Jagati 7/31/2026, 10:30:52 AM
As Ethereum turns 11 years old it hosts $148B in stablecoins, but daily mainnet revenue just fell to $330k
Ethereum turned 11 on July 30, the anniversary of the day users generated and loaded the Frontier genesis block in 2015. In its first decade, the network survived the DAO crisis, executed the Merge to proof-of-stake, and became the leading public venue for stablecoins, decentralized finance, and tokenized assets. Its second decade brings a harder...
By Gino Matos 7/31/2026, 10:30:44 AM
Ex-OpenAI researcher’s fund exits AI bets after losses
The fund's retreat signals potential reevaluation of AI market confidence, possibly influencing broader investment strategies and valuations. The post Ex-OpenAI researcher’s fund exits AI bets after losses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 10:30:32 AM
Crypto Price Analysis July-31: ETH, XRP, ADA, BNB, and HYPE
This Friday, we examine Ethereum, Ripple, Cardano, Binance Coin, and Hyperliquid in greater detail. Ethereum (ETH) Ethereum’s price remained flat compared to last week because sellers stopped the rally at the $2,000 resistance and pushed it into a pullback. At the time of this post, ETH was found around $1,890, and it may retest the […]
By Duo Nine 7/31/2026, 10:30:21 AM
NVent doubles liquid cooling capacity as AI data centers ditch air for water
The shift to liquid cooling in AI data centers signifies a major technological evolution, enhancing efficiency and enabling greater computational density. The post NVent doubles liquid cooling capacity as AI data centers ditch air for water appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:30:19 AM
Binance Coin (BNB) Adds 65% in Volume: Is Binance Gaining Traction?
Binance Coin witnessing substantial rise of retail support, but it might not be enough.
By Arman Shirinyan 7/31/2026, 10:30:00 AM
AI Boom Sparks $1 Trillion Asian Stock Rebound, Is Bitcoin Next?
The post AI Boom Sparks $1 Trillion Asian Stock Rebound, Is Bitcoin Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Asian markets staged one of their strongest rebounds in history as the market turned positive around artificial intelligence (AI) returned following blockbuster earnings from Microsoft and Amazon. Nearly $1 trillion was added to Asian...
By Debashree Patra 7/31/2026, 10:28:37 AM
Ecolab bets $7 billion that AI data centers can stop guzzling water
Ecolab's investment in AI data center water management could redefine sustainability standards, potentially mitigating future resource scarcity. The post Ecolab bets $7 billion that AI data centers can stop guzzling water appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:22:19 AM
US utility outbids data center developer for West Virginia power plant as AI energy wars intensify
The intensifying competition for power assets may drive up electricity costs and reshape energy markets, impacting consumers and tech industries. The post US utility outbids data center developer for West Virginia power plant as AI energy wars intensify appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:17:35 AM
Bybit adds simulator, unlocks VIP crypto yields for all in Dual Asset upgrade
Bybit’s new simulator previews both Dual Asset settlement outcomes clearly. Redesigned interface reduces steps needed to compare terms and place orders. VIP-tier products with enhanced APR rates open to all users every Friday. Bybit said on Friday that it had upgraded its Dual Asset product with a new investment simulator, a simplified interface...
By News Team 7/31/2026, 10:16:49 AM
Bitcoin miner capitulation deepens as difficulty falls 19.9%
Bitcoin mining difficulty sits 19.9% below its peak as hashrate falls, fees stay weak and AI deals lift listed miner stocks.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/31/2026, 10:14:50 AM
South Korea’s chip giants log record rally, boosting global AI trade
The rally in South Korea's chip sector signals a robust AI infrastructure expansion, impacting global tech markets and crypto industries. The post South Korea’s chip giants log record rally, boosting global AI trade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:12:41 AM
Satoshi Candidate Peter Todd Warns No Bitcoin Is Safe on Singlesig After $38 Million Coldcard Drain
Bitcoin dev Peter Todd slams hardware wallet security after an entropy bug in Coldcard devices allowed hackers to brute-force and drain 594 BTC.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 7/31/2026, 10:10:30 AM
European Central Bank examines fuel price dynamics amid Middle East conflict
Rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions could lead to stagflation in Europe, challenging the ECB's monetary policy and economic stability. The post European Central Bank examines fuel price dynamics amid Middle East conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:08:35 AM
Swan Treasury loses $625K after signer key leak enables discounted STY purchases
Blockchain asset management protocol Swan Treasury has suffered an estimated $625,000 loss after attackers exploited a leaked off-chain signer key to buy STY tokens at a steep discount before selling them for profit. According to blockchain security firm Defimon Alerts,…
By Rony Roy 7/31/2026, 10:08:06 AM
Shelbit linked to $4B illicit Iranian gambling network, report finds
The Shelbit case highlights the vulnerabilities in global crypto compliance, potentially leading to stricter regulations and increased scrutiny. The post Shelbit linked to $4B illicit Iranian gambling network, report finds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:07:37 AM
SoftBank, PayPay, and SMFG pour $1.9B into Seven & i Holdings to overhaul payments infrastructure
This investment could accelerate Japan's fintech evolution, enhancing digital payment systems and potentially reshaping consumer spending habits. The post SoftBank, PayPay, and SMFG pour $1.9B into Seven & i Holdings to overhaul payments infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:07:17 AM
Crypto Hack : COLDCARD Wallet Flaw Linked to $38 Million BTC Theft
The post Crypto Hack : COLDCARD Wallet Flaw Linked to $38 Million BTC Theft appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Coinkite has disclosed a critical entropy-generation flaw affecting certain COLDCARD Mk2 and Mk3 firmware versions that may have weakened the security of wallet recovery seeds. According to PeckShield, the vulnerability has been...
By Qadir AK 7/31/2026, 10:05:37 AM
New York sues Kalshi over alleged illegal gambling operation
The lawsuit adds to a growing clash between New York and the CFTC over whether federally regulated prediction markets are subject to state gambling laws.
By Yohan Yun 7/31/2026, 10:05:01 AM
Bitcoin’s bear market hits 49% depth, making it the mildest structural decline on record
Institutional influence may stabilize Bitcoin's volatility, reducing dramatic buying opportunities but potentially attracting long-term investors. The post Bitcoin’s bear market hits 49% depth, making it the mildest structural decline on record appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 10:03:53 AM
AAVE Price Prediction: The $100 Ceiling Forces a Decision Within 72 Hours
AAVE is pinned below a brutal double-resistance cluster at $100.39–$102.80 with its MACD histogram printing dead zero — momentum exhaustion at its most clinical. Either bulls find volume and reclai... (Read More)
By N/A 7/31/2026, 10:02:35 AM
Could STX See a Resurgence Through Institutional Bitcoin Capital?
The post Could STX See a Resurgence Through Institutional Bitcoin Capital? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Stacks (STX) powering Bitcoin-native Finance targets idle Bitcoin, an op portunity that remains one of the largest untapped pools of capital in crypto. According to Binance Research, less than 1% of total BTC supply is currently used...
By Sara K 7/31/2026, 10:01:39 AM
Cboe Earnings: Why Volatility Is Profitable for Exchanges
Cboe options volume hit records in June 2026, with 23.0M ADV and strong SPX 0DTE flow. Volatile sessions can raise RPC and fees, feeding into exchange earnings.
By Maya Sinclair 7/31/2026, 10:01:37 AM
New York vs. Kalshi: $36B Fight Over Prediction Markets
New York seeks to block Kalshi contracts, while the CFTC moves to limit state enforcement against federally registered platforms. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 7/31/2026, 10:00:00 AM
Bitcoin Low Timeframe Downtrend: Sweep to $62K Next?
Since almost hitting $67K ten days ago, the $BTC price has entered into a short-term timeframe downtrend, making consecutive lower highs and lower lows. Is this downtrend going to continue, bringing the price down to the $62K area?
By Laurie Dunn 7/31/2026, 9:57:40 AM
US, Israel consider land blockade on Iran to escalate economic pressure: Telegraph
The potential land blockade could further isolate Iran economically, intensifying regional tensions and impacting global market stability. The post US, Israel consider land blockade on Iran to escalate economic pressure: Telegraph appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 9:57:29 AM
DeepSeek launches V4 models beta amid China’s AI price war
DeepSeek's V4 models could disrupt China's AI market dynamics, challenging current leaders and intensifying the competitive landscape. The post DeepSeek launches V4 models beta amid China’s AI price war appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 9:56:40 AM
LDO Price Prediction: Smart Money Is Quietly Loading While Retail Shorts the Bottom
LDO is sitting at a textbook inflection point at $0.36 with smart money holding a 53% long bias against a retail crowd that's 55% short — a squeeze setup targeting $0.38–$0.39 in the next 7 days, w... (Read More)
By N/A 7/31/2026, 9:55:58 AM