China’s August oil throughput rises as fuel exports rebound amid Iran conflict
China's increased oil throughput amid geopolitical tensions may lead to supply constraints, influencing global oil prices and market dynamics. The post China’s August oil throughput rises as fuel exports rebound amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 5:15:57 AM
U.S. DOJ seeks $61 million in what it calls Iran's crypto-laundered black market oil sales
Prosecutors have filed a civil forfeiture complaint against what they call Iran's illegal crypto proceeds that are used to fund its military.
By Omkar Godbole 9/15/2026, 5:12:06 AM
US Moves to Seize $61M in Crypto Linked to Sanctioned Iranian Oil Sales
US prosecutors seek to seize US$61m in crypto allegedly linked to sanctioned Iranian oil sales, saying the funds helped finance Iran's military. The post US Moves to Seize $61M in Crypto Linked to Sanctioned Iranian Oil Sales appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Aaron Feuerstein 9/15/2026, 5:09:38 AM
Less Than 10 Billionaires Have Actually Kept Their Promise to Give Away Their Fortune
Fewer than 10 of the 256 billionaires who signed the Giving Pledge have actually followed through on giving away their fortunes, and most of the fulfillments happened only after death. Liz Baker, CEO of Greater Good Charities, argues Elon Musk is right about the challenge, saying, “as somebody who’s responsible for giving away money, yeah, […]
By Guest Author 9/15/2026, 5:05:46 AM
SEC’s Atkins Urges Clarity Act Vote as 18 State AGs Warn of Weakened Oversight
SEC Chair Paul Atkins backs the CLARITY Act ahead of a Senate vote, while state AGs urge lawmakers to reject it over concerns about weakened oversight. The post SEC’s Atkins Urges Clarity Act Vote as 18 State AGs Warn of Weakened Oversight appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Aaron Feuerstein 9/15/2026, 4:59:27 AM
Revolut Hackers Publish Client Data and Demand 10,000 Bitcoin Ransom
Attackers who exploited a fake government request to access Revolut customer records have made their first move.
By Jose Oramas 9/15/2026, 4:58:49 AM
Uniswap Labs’ stable pair hook becomes highest volume pool on Ethereum
Uniswap's innovative StablePair Hook could reshape decentralized finance by enhancing stablecoin trading efficiency and liquidity on Ethereum. The post Uniswap Labs’ stable pair hook becomes highest volume pool on Ethereum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 4:57:15 AM
CoinEx to shut down exchange after nearly nine years
CoinEx will wind down after nine years, ending spot trading Sept. 29 and withdrawals Dec. 22 amid lower liquidity and rising compliance costs.
By Olivia Stephanie 9/15/2026, 4:42:42 AM
Kyrgyzstan Central Bank Taps Certik for CBDC Oversight
The Kyrgyz central bank has entered into a partnership with blockchain security firm Certik to establish a long-term framework to enhance the cybersecurity, risk management, and regulatory oversight of the country’s digital currency. Framework for Cooperation The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NBKR) has entered into a strategic partnership...
By Terence Zimwara 9/15/2026, 4:35:16 AM
Solana transactions just got more than 3 times bigger, giving an edge over Ethereum
Transaction V1 raises Solana’s limit to 4,096 bytes from 1,232, giving developers more room for multi-step trades, company-wallet approvals and privacy proofs.
By Shaurya Malwa 9/15/2026, 4:34:10 AM
Houthi fighters escalate strikes on Saudi Arabia as Hormuz talks stall
The escalation may destabilize regional security, impacting global oil markets and potentially influencing Iran's political landscape. The post Houthi fighters escalate strikes on Saudi Arabia as Hormuz talks stall appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 4:33:56 AM
CLARITY Act faces fresh pressure ahead of key Senate cloture vote
The CLARITY Act is facing fresh opposition from a bipartisan group of state attorneys general ahead of a key Senate vote, with the officials urging lawmakers to reject the legislation unless changes are made to preserve state enforcement powers.
By N/A 9/15/2026, 4:28:24 AM
Poland loses $400M in failed cryptocurrency oil trade with Venezuela
Poland's $400M loss highlights the risks of crypto in sanctioned trades, underscoring vulnerabilities in global oil markets and regulatory gaps. The post Poland loses $400M in failed cryptocurrency oil trade with Venezuela appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 4:26:09 AM
CoinEx to cease operation after 9 years, citing ‘significant’ crypto contraction
CoinEx said falling trading volumes and liquidity, along with rising regulatory and compliance costs, had exceeded “reasonable boundaries,” with withdrawals remaining open until Dec. 22.
By Felix Ng 9/15/2026, 4:19:16 AM
Putin delays summit over Ukrainian drone threat: FT
The summit delay highlights escalating security concerns, impacting diplomatic engagements and increasing uncertainty in geopolitical relations. The post Putin delays summit over Ukrainian drone threat: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 4:16:41 AM
Democrats send counteroffer to Republicans over Clarity Act provisions
Democratic Senators were said to be meeting late Monday to discuss the latest proposed draft text.
By Nikhilesh De 9/15/2026, 4:09:01 AM
CLARITY Act Odds Slide to 18% as Banks and State AGs Push Back
Polymarket traders now give the CLARITY Act an 18% chance of becoming law in 2026, down from roughly 34% earlier on Sept. 14 and 82% in February. Bank and state opposition has left key disputes unresolved before a Senate vote. Why CLARITY Act Odds Fell Back to 18% The CLARITY Act’s rebound unraveled within hours […]
By Kevin Helms 9/15/2026, 4:05:22 AM
David Raya wins Premier League Golden Glove for third straight season
Raya's achievement underscores Arsenal's defensive prowess and sets a high benchmark for future goalkeepers, influencing team strategies. The post David Raya wins Premier League Golden Glove for third straight season appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 4:04:18 AM
Ripple and Stellar outlook: Extend gains as derivatives support upside
Ripple (XRP) and Stellar (XLM) extend their gains on Tuesday after surging over 6% and 8%, respectively, on the previous day. In addition, improving derivatives metrics support a bullish bias, signaling further gains for both altcoins.
By N/A 9/15/2026, 3:59:00 AM
Bitcoin Is Holding Firm, Ethereum Is Pulling In Money: Here’s What Crypto Positioning Shows
Bitcoin remains relatively resilient despite technology stock weakness, while Ethereum continues to attract institutional money through strong ETF inflows.
By Chayanika Deka 9/15/2026, 3:56:20 AM
Thailand’s dominant e-wallet TrueMoney partners with Fireblocks to embed THBT wallet in its app
TrueMoney's THBT wallet initiative could revolutionize digital payments in Southeast Asia, enhancing financial inclusion and cross-border transactions. The post Thailand’s dominant e-wallet TrueMoney partners with Fireblocks to embed THBT wallet in its app appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 3:44:47 AM
Kyrgyzstan’s central bank taps CertiK for digital som security and oversight
This partnership could enhance Kyrgyzstan's digital asset security, potentially boosting investor confidence and fostering economic growth. The post Kyrgyzstan’s central bank taps CertiK for digital som security and oversight appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 9/15/2026, 3:42:59 AM
Garlinghouse Backs Bessent’s CLARITY Act Case Ahead of Senate Vote
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse backed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s case for advancing the CLARITY Act, arguing the final compromise deserves Senate support. Bessent says the bill gives Treasury tools to protect community banks if stablecoin-related deposit flight emerges. Garlinghouse Backs Bessent Ahead of Senate Vote Treasury Secretary Scott...
By Kevin Helms 9/15/2026, 3:35:10 AM
US Attorney’s Office files complaint against $61M in Iranian oil proceeds laundered through crypto
The case highlights the growing scrutiny on crypto's role in sanctions evasion, potentially leading to stricter regulations globally. The post US Attorney’s Office files complaint against $61M in Iranian oil proceeds laundered through crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 3:34:28 AM
Balancer eyes wind-down after restructuring fails to revive revenue
Balancer cut costs and shipped new products after restructuring, but Marcus Hardt says v3 failed to replace legacy revenue as November’s $128 million exploit continued to weigh on adoption.
By Felix Ng 9/15/2026, 3:33:23 AM
Crypto Overview: Bitcoin remains volatile amid CLARITY Act vote – Zcash, Stellar rally
Bitcoin (BTC) holds steady around $78,000 on Tuesday, sustaining its roughly 2% recovery from the previous day. Broader cryptocurrency market volatility remains elevated ahead of the scheduled CLARITY Act cloture vote on Tuesday.
By N/A 9/15/2026, 3:29:28 AM
China’s factories ramp up as consumer spending slows, deepening economic divide
China's economic imbalance may lead to increased reliance on exports, risking global market saturation and potential trade tensions. The post China’s factories ramp up as consumer spending slows, deepening economic divide appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 3:28:00 AM
U.S. House panel shares crypto tax bill ahead of hearing later this week
The House Ways and Means Committee published a crypto tax bill addressing de minimis transactions, staking and other issues for which the industry's clamored for policies.
By Nikhilesh De 9/15/2026, 3:27:38 AM
Bitcoin slips to $77,800 as Senate Clarity Act vote nears and oil prices climb
Bitcoin pulls back from $79,000 as the Senate prepares to vote on the Clarity Act and oil prices rise.
By Omkar Godbole 9/15/2026, 3:23:28 AM
Will the CLARITY Act Pass the Senate Today?
Connor Brown, Executive Director of the Bitcoin Policy Institute and a former Senate staffer, laid out exactly what’s at stake as the Senate holds a cloture vote today on the CLARITY Act. Republicans control 53 seats, with two possibly sitting out, meaning 7 to 9 Democrats need to cross the aisle to reach the 60 …
By Anjali Belgaumkar 9/15/2026, 3:21:34 AM
Coinbase-backed Base just exposed the uncomfortable truth about Ethereum’s L2s
Ethereum and Coinbase-backed layer-2 network Base have abandoned an effort to agree on how the next generation of crypto wallets should work. On Sept. 14, Ethlabs researcher Derek Chiang said collaboration between developers working on Ethereum’s EIP-8141 Frame Transactions and Base’s EIP-8130 broke down last week after attempts to produce a...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/15/2026, 3:20:48 AM
CoinEx to cease operations and shut down exchange by December 22
CoinEx's closure highlights the growing challenges of sustainability and compliance in the crypto exchange industry, impacting user trust. The post CoinEx to cease operations and shut down exchange by December 22 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 3:10:34 AM
Democrats Draft CLARITY Act Counteroffer as Ethics Dispute Grows
Senate Democrats are preparing a counteroffer to the Senate Republicans’ CLARITY Act draft text introduced on Sunday. Democrats have criticized the new ethics language as falling short of their expectations, and even some Republicans have expressed doubt about the CLARITY Act’s content and scope. Senate Democrats to Introduce CLARITY Act...
By Sergio Goschenko 9/15/2026, 3:02:21 AM
A US state just published its security criteria for cross-chain infrastructure, and LayerZero failed them
Wyoming's Stable Token Commission moved FRNT to Chainlink CCIP and published the security criteria it expects cross-chain providers to meet. LayerZero failed the review. [...]
By Charles Kibue 9/15/2026, 3:00:14 AM
China buying twice more gold than officially reported amid surge in central bank purchases
China's undisclosed gold purchases may signal a strategic reserve shift, potentially impacting global gold prices and market dynamics. The post China buying twice more gold than officially reported amid surge in central bank purchases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 3:00:05 AM
Algorand (ALGO)'s x402 Protocol Powers AI Payments and Agent Commerce
Algorand (ALGO)'s x402 enables AI agents to make blockchain-backed payments, driving innovations in agentic commerce and reshaping digital workflows. (Read More)
By N/A 9/15/2026, 2:59:03 AM
Crypto market rally stalls as optimism fades over US regulatory bill
The fading optimism over US crypto regulation highlights the ongoing uncertainty and volatility in the crypto market, impacting investor confidence. The post Crypto market rally stalls as optimism fades over US regulatory bill appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 2:54:52 AM
China’s economy shows signs of weakness as investment slumps to new lows
China's economic slowdown, marked by declining investment and consumption, risks exacerbating global supply-demand imbalances and deflationary pressures. The post China’s economy shows signs of weakness as investment slumps to new lows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 2:51:22 AM
California gas prices hit $6 per gallon amid rising living costs
Rising living costs in California may intensify support for wealth tax proposals, influencing future economic policies and election outcomes. The post California gas prices hit $6 per gallon amid rising living costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 2:44:35 AM
China tightens travel restrictions for citizens amid security concerns
China's travel restrictions may signal increased state control and potential diplomatic tensions, impacting global relations and market perceptions. The post China tightens travel restrictions for citizens amid security concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 2:44:32 AM
XRP News: Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Says CLARITY Act Trades ‘Weren’t Small’
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse pushed back Sunday on the idea that the CLARITY Act represents a watered-down compromise, responding to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s public reaffirmation of support for the bill. “This bill isn’t just a compromise, it’s the product of real, substantive trades policymakers made to get here,” Garlinghouse wrote,...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 9/15/2026, 2:44:27 AM
UK Lords Defeat Government 194-138 Over Crypto Strategy
The United Kingdom government has suffered a House of Lords defeat after peers voted 194-138 to require the Treasury to produce a national digital-assets strategy. The amendment puts fresh pressure on the U.K. to sharpen its approach to crypto, stablecoins and tokenized finance as competing jurisdictions move ahead with their own frameworks....
By Emmanuel Musa 9/15/2026, 2:40:48 AM
Binance curbs commodity perpetual futures trading to weekdays only
Binance's shift to weekday-only trading for commodity futures may prompt traders to reassess strategies, impacting market dynamics and liquidity. The post Binance curbs commodity perpetual futures trading to weekdays only appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 2:33:19 AM
National Stock Exchange of India set for landmark IPO, impacting unlisted shares
NSE's IPO could reshape India's capital markets, challenging unlisted share platforms and highlighting inefficiencies in price discovery. The post National Stock Exchange of India set for landmark IPO, impacting unlisted shares appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 2:30:19 AM
Korea Exchange sees erratic trading in first after-hours session
The chaotic debut of Korea Exchange's after-hours trading highlights the need for improved liquidity and safeguards to stabilize future sessions. The post Korea Exchange sees erratic trading in first after-hours session appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 2:18:27 AM
Lummis Pushes Senate Democrats to Rally Behind Final CLARITY Draft
Senator Cynthia Lummis, one of the driving forces behind the CLARITY Act, remarks that the bill, in its final form, represents one of the largest bipartisan Senate endeavors. She stresses that if it fails, crypto companies will take their business elsewhere. ‘Put Their Money Where Their Mouth Is’: Lummis Calls Democrats to Rally Behind CLARITY […]
By Sergio Goschenko 9/15/2026, 2:10:13 AM
China reports mixed economic data for August, retail sales miss expectations
China's economic struggles highlight the need for stronger domestic demand and policy adjustments to sustain growth amid global uncertainties. The post China reports mixed economic data for August, retail sales miss expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 2:07:07 AM
BlackRock’s digital assets chief to speak at Bitcoin Treasuries Conference in New York City
BlackRock's involvement signals growing institutional interest in Bitcoin, potentially influencing corporate strategies and market dynamics. The post BlackRock’s digital assets chief to speak at Bitcoin Treasuries Conference in New York City appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 1:57:56 AM
Gold stays lower as Middle East oil disruptions lift rate hike bets
The Fed's rate hike amid geopolitical tensions may curb inflation but risks stifling economic growth, complicating market dynamics. The post Gold stays lower as Middle East oil disruptions lift rate hike bets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/15/2026, 1:54:03 AM
Mecca defense pact stalls amid Houthi-Saudi conflict escalation
The stalled Mecca defense pact highlights regional disunity, potentially undermining broader diplomatic efforts like U.S.-Iran negotiations. The post Mecca defense pact stalls amid Houthi-Saudi conflict escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/15/2026, 1:44:12 AM