Deribit moved 90% of client assets to Coinbase, then killed its daily proof-of-reserves check
The Sept. 1 change removes a client Merkle check, leaving VARA reports and audited materials that are less public. The post Deribit moved 90% of client assets to Coinbase, then killed its daily proof-of-reserves check appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/29/2026, 11:20:14 PM
IRGC power surge sidelines Iran President Pezeshkian, raising stability concerns
The IRGC's growing influence in Iran's power structure may destabilize the presidency, impacting governance and regional relations. The post IRGC power surge sidelines Iran President Pezeshkian, raising stability concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/29/2026, 11:16:45 PM
Delcy Rodríguez faces backlash over US oil access agreement
The agreement may undermine Venezuela's sovereignty, provoke political instability, and alter global oil market dynamics, affecting OPEC relations. The post Delcy Rodríguez faces backlash over US oil access agreement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 11:14:05 PM
ChatGPT conversations enter public record after court presentation
The use of AI chat logs in court cases raises privacy concerns, highlighting the need for clearer legal protections and data handling standards. The post ChatGPT conversations enter public record after court presentation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 11:04:12 PM
Goldman Sachs Predicts Gold Will Hit $4,900 by Year-End
Goldman Sachs analysts forecast gold prices will reach $4,900 per troy ounce this year, supported by central bank demand, which is expected to reach 50 tonnes of gold per month. Nonetheless, the analysts did not consider elevated demand for gold hedges via ETFs. Goldman Sachs: Gold to Rise to $4,900 on Central Bank Demand With […]
By Sergio Goschenko 8/29/2026, 10:49:03 PM
Images of Pahlavi family displayed in Tehran amid US-Israel ceasefire
The display of Pahlavi images in Tehran signals growing symbolic dissent, potentially influencing regime change perceptions amid regional tensions. The post Images of Pahlavi family displayed in Tehran amid US-Israel ceasefire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/29/2026, 10:38:36 PM
Iran challenges US claims on Strait of Hormuz oil traffic, insists waterway is closed
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz exacerbates global energy market volatility, prompting shifts in shipping routes and rising insurance costs. The post Iran challenges US claims on Strait of Hormuz oil traffic, insists waterway is closed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 10:27:33 PM
Switchboard halts operations on Aptos, SUI, IOTA, and Movement after detecting potential compromise
The shutdown highlights the critical need for diversified oracle sources in DeFi to prevent systemic risks and ensure operational resilience. The post Switchboard halts operations on Aptos, SUI, IOTA, and Movement after detecting potential compromise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 10:20:00 PM
US government runs largest primary budget deficit among advanced economies at 3.3% of GDP
Persistent deficits during economic growth may strain US creditworthiness, impacting investor confidence and potentially raising borrowing costs. The post US government runs largest primary budget deficit among advanced economies at 3.3% of GDP appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 10:13:17 PM
Bitcoin miner IREN still gets 82% of revenue from BTC after clearing room for Microsoft AI cloud
The company’s $4 billion contracted AI run-rate target was four times the $1 billion operating level measured Aug. 26, with recognition still gated by delivery and customer acceptance. The post Bitcoin miner IREN still gets 82% of revenue from BTC after clearing room for Microsoft AI cloud appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/29/2026, 10:10:38 PM
Chinese government accelerates humanoid robot funding despite tech limitations
China's aggressive humanoid robot funding may lead to rapid sector growth, but tech limitations and market misalignment pose significant risks. The post Chinese government accelerates humanoid robot funding despite tech limitations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 10:09:02 PM
Zcash (ZEC) Social Buzz Vanished Before Its ETF Even Launched: Data
Social chatter around ZEC hit six times its August baseline before the price peak, then vanished as the ETF launched.
By Chayanika Deka 8/29/2026, 9:48:30 PM
H3 Max delivers up to 35 times the throughput of its predecessor
H3 Max's rapid video generation could revolutionize real-time content creation, challenging existing moderation systems and platform policies. The post H3 Max delivers up to 35 times the throughput of its predecessor appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 9:43:55 PM
SanDisk and Kioxia plan $31B investment in Japanese memory plants
The $31B investment in Japanese memory plants could significantly boost global NAND supply, impacting tech industries reliant on flash memory. The post SanDisk and Kioxia plan $31B investment in Japanese memory plants appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 9:43:12 PM
Zcash’s 19x Rally May Have More Room as Grayscale Eyes Bitcoin Share
Zcash has climbed roughly 19-fold over the past year, but Grayscale argues the privacy-focused cryptocurrency may remain undervalued. The crypto asset manager sees privacy, cybersecurity development, and cross-chain connectivity supporting further market-share gains. Grayscale Sees More Room After Zcash’s 19x Rally Zcash may have further upside...
By Kevin Helms 8/29/2026, 9:33:29 PM
Charles Schwab On Why Solana, Avalanche, And Chainlink Offer Next Top Liquidity for Investors
Charles Schwab, an American financial services company, thinks that crypto assets, including Solana, Avalanche, and Chainlink, have good liquidity and therefore could benefit its customers with big opportunities. This is why the investment firm announced today that it added SOL, AVAX, and LINK to its crypto trading platform. The expansion...
By Erie Maxwell 8/29/2026, 9:24:32 PM
Russian strike on Kyiv ammunition depot kills 37, escalates conflict
The escalation may hinder Ukraine's military efforts and reduce confidence in its ability to reclaim Crimea, affecting future conflict dynamics. The post Russian strike on Kyiv ammunition depot kills 37, escalates conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/29/2026, 9:23:08 PM
Aerodrome expands trading to tokenized global equities on Base
Aerodrome's tokenized equities on Base could revolutionize global stock trading, enhancing liquidity and accessibility while bypassing traditional systems. The post Aerodrome expands trading to tokenized global equities on Base appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 9:07:00 PM
Coinbase’s $104M US500 trading spike hits an early reality check
Armstrong’s launch-week chart captured $104 million in turnover, while one later snapshot left persistence to open interest and repeat sessions. The post Coinbase’s $104M US500 trading spike hits an early reality check appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/29/2026, 9:02:22 PM
CryptoQuant: XRP May Hit $1.8 as Whales Pull Coins Off Exchanges — Is the Bear Market Really Over?
Whales continue to withdraw XRP in large amounts from exchanges, suggesting the price is set to rise further.
By Erie Maxwell 8/29/2026, 9:00:42 PM
Solana Roars Back Above $100 As ETF Inflows and Liquidity Bolster Market Momentum
Solana has attracted attention after rising above $100, due to institutional demand and ETF inflows, a development showing it's ready to test higher levels.
By Erie Maxwell 8/29/2026, 8:44:58 PM
Polygon discloses security flaws fixed in Austin and Kyoto hard forks
Polygon's proactive security measures highlight the importance of timely upgrades to maintain network integrity and prevent potential disruptions. The post Polygon discloses security flaws fixed in Austin and Kyoto hard forks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 8:39:47 PM
Community Bankers Demand Total Ban on Stablecoin Rewards
Community banks are leading the opposition to the CLARITY Act, stressing that there is no middle ground on the stablecoin yield issue. Rebeca Romero Rainey, president and CEO of Independent Community Bankers of America, said that this so-called “loophole” had to be “closed entirely.” Community Banks Draw Close Ranks On Stablecoin Yield Passing the...
By Sergio Goschenko 8/29/2026, 8:37:00 PM
US jobs report supports Federal Reserve’s inflation focus
The mixed labor market data allows the Fed to prioritize inflation control, potentially prolonging restrictive monetary policies and impacting risk assets. The post US jobs report supports Federal Reserve’s inflation focus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 8:34:16 PM
Bitcoin Whale Awakens After 14 Years and Moves $3.14M in BTC to Exchange
A long-dormant Bitcoin whale has suddenly resurfaced after more than 14 years, moving 40 BTC worth approximately $3.14 million.
By Newton Gitonga 8/29/2026, 8:33:37 PM
Anthropic quietly captured over 60% of business AI API spending, leaving OpenAI with roughly 35%
Anthropic's dominance in business AI spending highlights a shift towards premium pricing strategies, impacting market dynamics and competition. The post Anthropic quietly captured over 60% of business AI API spending, leaving OpenAI with roughly 35% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 8:33:16 PM
Polygon discloses security flaws fixed in recent hard forks
The vulnerabilities posed denial-of-service and validator resource risks but were patched before Polygon publicly disclosed them.
By Nate Kostar 8/29/2026, 8:28:51 PM
Yen volatility poses risk to global financial stability, warns Bessent
Yen volatility could trigger global market disruptions, influencing monetary policies and increasing demand for safe-haven assets. The post Yen volatility poses risk to global financial stability, warns Bessent appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/29/2026, 8:22:06 PM
Fed’s Jackson Hole focus on inflation hints at possible September rate hike
The Fed's focus on inflation at Jackson Hole signals potential global economic tightening, impacting market expectations and financial stability. The post Fed’s Jackson Hole focus on inflation hints at possible September rate hike appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/29/2026, 8:07:14 PM
UK crypto investors declared £1.38B in gains, but half came from just 240 people
Its first crypto gains table covers 17,600 taxpayers, while CARF data will begin reaching the agency in 2027. The post UK crypto investors declared £1.38B in gains, but half came from just 240 people appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/29/2026, 8:00:30 PM
Don’t Trust, Verify: Poisoned AI Links Expose a Nightmare for Crypto Workers
This week, the co-founder of Refi Hub, Numa Lunah, explained that he was compromised by following a download link delivered inside a Claude chat window. The warning is a wake-up call to blockchain and crypto industry workers, as links, skills, and other packages can lead to irreversible theft. Claude Chat Link Turns Into a Malware […]
By Jamie Redman 8/29/2026, 7:35:48 PM
Wall Street Giant Charles Schwab Makes Major Crypto Move Beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum
Charles Schwab announced it is expanding its recently released crypto trading business by adding three major altcoins.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/29/2026, 7:31:33 PM
Acrisure faces debt pressures amid Guggenheim ties, impacting high-yield credit markets
Acrisure's financial strain and workforce cuts could destabilize high-yield credit markets, affecting investor confidence and borrowing costs. The post Acrisure faces debt pressures amid Guggenheim ties, impacting high-yield credit markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 7:29:37 PM
Manchester City make move for Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo amid Tottenham interest
Gakpo's potential move to City could reshape Premier League dynamics, challenging Liverpool's strategy and Tottenham's transfer ambitions. The post Manchester City make move for Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo amid Tottenham interest appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 7:25:14 PM
Central Bank of the UAE orders urgent review of Banque Misr branches after US Treasury proposal
The UAE's swift action highlights regional banking vulnerabilities and may prompt broader scrutiny of financial networks linked to Iran. The post Central Bank of the UAE orders urgent review of Banque Misr branches after US Treasury proposal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 7:19:31 PM
Stellar tokenized RWA market more than quadruples to nearly $4B
Stellar’s real-world asset market has expanded rapidly this year as institutional adoption and tokenization activity grow across the network.
By Nate Kostar 8/29/2026, 7:12:42 PM
Nottingham Forest linked with bid for Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson
Forest's pursuit of Henderson highlights their aggressive transfer strategy, potentially destabilizing Palace's squad and leadership dynamics. The post Nottingham Forest linked with bid for Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 7:07:02 PM
145 Billion SHIB Ready for Sale: Shiba Inu Netflow Turns Bearish
Demand for Shiba Inu appears to be slowing as exchange activity shows that traders are beginning to dump more tokens on exchanges after a recent price breakout.
By Caroline Amosun 8/29/2026, 6:57:00 PM
Bitcoin Knots is trying to fork Bitcoin again after its last chain died in two blocks
Luke Dashjr's conditional rehearsal still lacks settled activation settings, disclosed day-one hash, named service policies and universal replay protection. The post Bitcoin Knots is trying to fork Bitcoin again after its last chain died in two blocks appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/29/2026, 6:50:53 PM
Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole 2026 wraps with hawkish Warsh debut and rate hike fears
Warsh's hawkish stance signals potential for tighter monetary policy, impacting market stability and future economic growth strategies. The post Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole 2026 wraps with hawkish Warsh debut and rate hike fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 6:43:00 PM
ETH ETFs see highest monthly net inflows since August 2025
Ethereum ETFs' surge in inflows highlights growing institutional interest, potentially narrowing the gap with Bitcoin ETFs and boosting crypto markets. The post ETH ETFs see highest monthly net inflows since August 2025 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 6:35:26 PM
Ripple Donates $300K to Support Nepal and Tibet Flood Relief
Ripple is donating $300,000 to World Central Kitchen and Mercy Corps following devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet. The funding will support emergency meals, clean-water access, and sanitation efforts in affected communities. Ripple Directs $300K to Emergency Assistance A $300,000 Ripple donation will support emergency food, water, and...
By Kevin Helms 8/29/2026, 6:31:15 PM
Elon Musk pursues in-house production of gas turbine components
Musk's move towards in-house turbine production could reshape energy strategies, highlighting the tension between innovation and environmental compliance. The post Elon Musk pursues in-house production of gas turbine components appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 6:30:19 PM
Tottenham sits bottom of Premier League table with 0 points after two losses
Tottenham's poor start raises concerns about their costly investments and managerial strategies, risking another relegation battle. The post Tottenham sits bottom of Premier League table with 0 points after two losses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 6:29:25 PM
Sam Altman pushes back on AI doom predictions, says job losses slower than feared
Altman's stance highlights the uncertainty in AI's impact on jobs, suggesting a need for balanced discourse on AI's potential benefits and risks. The post Sam Altman pushes back on AI doom predictions, says job losses slower than feared appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 6:24:45 PM
Ajax reportedly in talks to sign Sofyan Amrabat as free agent
Amrabat's return to Ajax could strengthen their midfield depth and experience, potentially enhancing their domestic and European competitiveness. The post Ajax reportedly in talks to sign Sofyan Amrabat as free agent appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 6:20:24 PM
Newcastle United defeats Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 as Elanga and Wissa seal away win
Newcastle's victory highlights their effective summer signings and growing team cohesion, while deepening Tottenham's early-season woes. The post Newcastle United defeats Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 as Elanga and Wissa seal away win appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 6:04:40 PM
Over $10B liquidated from crypto market in past 2 weeks as historic short squeeze reshapes sentiment
The recent crypto short squeeze highlights the volatility and risks in derivatives trading, potentially reshaping market strategies and sentiment. The post Over $10B liquidated from crypto market in past 2 weeks as historic short squeeze reshapes sentiment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/29/2026, 5:58:48 PM
Claude AI Improves Alignment Benchmarks While Preserving Capabilities
Anthropic's Claude achieved significant alignment improvements on 10 benchmarks, outperforming human researchers and maintaining model capabilities. (Read More)
By N/A 8/29/2026, 5:57:53 PM
Iran’s Pezeshkian emphasizes Islamabad MoU, domestic unity for stability
Iran's focus on the Islamabad MoU and domestic unity could enhance regional stability and strengthen Pezeshkian's political position. The post Iran’s Pezeshkian emphasizes Islamabad MoU, domestic unity for stability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/29/2026, 5:54:04 PM