Spellbook CEO Scott Stevenson exposes inflated ARR practices among AI startups
Inflated ARR practices in AI startups could erode investor trust, leading to stricter scrutiny and potential reevaluation of company valuations. The post Spellbook CEO Scott Stevenson exposes inflated ARR practices among AI startups appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 2:24:22 AM
Microsoft’s Fara1.5 AI outperforms OpenAI and Google in web tasks
Microsoft's open-weight Fara1.5 AI models could democratize advanced web task automation, challenging proprietary AI dominance and enhancing accessibility. The post Microsoft’s Fara1.5 AI outperforms OpenAI and Google in web tasks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 2:22:50 AM
Defiance ETFs files for Nvidia and Google Ventures ETFs targeting portfolio companies of tech giants
These ETFs could democratize access to tech venture investments but may pose liquidity and concentration risks, especially in volatile sectors. The post Defiance ETFs files for Nvidia and Google Ventures ETFs targeting portfolio companies of tech giants appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 2:22:41 AM
Iran intensifies Strait of Hormuz closure, stranding 20,000 sailors as Bitcoin enters the picture
Iran's Bitcoin strategy amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis could reshape global crypto regulations and intensify geopolitical tensions. The post Iran intensifies Strait of Hormuz closure, stranding 20,000 sailors as Bitcoin enters the picture appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 2:19:43 AM
Trump meets advisers on Iran, considers military strikes amid stalled negotiations
Heightened tensions with Iran could destabilize global markets, impacting energy prices and risk assets like cryptocurrencies significantly. The post Trump meets advisers on Iran, considers military strikes amid stalled negotiations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 2:19:36 AM
Passive funds may buy 19% of SpaceX shares post-IPO, creating billions in forced demand
The IPO's forced demand could reshape index fund allocations, impacting broader market dynamics and investor strategies significantly. The post Passive funds may buy 19% of SpaceX shares post-IPO, creating billions in forced demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 2:18:07 AM
Trump administration launches token-backed mortgages to normalize bitcoin in home purchases
The integration of crypto in mortgages could reshape financial markets, but volatility risks and regulatory challenges may impact stability. The post Trump administration launches token-backed mortgages to normalize bitcoin in home purchases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 2:16:08 AM
X402 processes $50M in payments as OpenRouter transitions to the protocol for AI settlements
The transition to x402 for AI settlements could revolutionize micropayments, boosting USDC demand and reshaping digital transaction models. The post X402 processes $50M in payments as OpenRouter transitions to the protocol for AI settlements appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 2:16:03 AM
Trump Media’s Bitcoin Transfer Triggers False Sell-Off Rumor
The post Trump Media’s Bitcoin Transfer Triggers False Sell-Off Rumor appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Trump Media & Technology Group moved 2,650 Bitcoin worth about $205 million to Crypto.com, sparking online claims that the company was dumping its crypto holdings. A spokesperson later clarified the transfer was part of routine trading...
By Qadir AK 5/23/2026, 2:11:13 AM
SEC Slows Tokenized Stock Push Amid Market and Investor Concerns
The post SEC Slows Tokenized Stock Push Amid Market and Investor Concerns appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has delayed its proposed “innovation exemption” for tokenized stocks after strong resistance from major Wall Street firms and market groups. Regulators are reviewing concerns over...
By Qadir AK 5/23/2026, 2:09:59 AM
New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh Signals Independence as Rate Cut Hopes Fade
The post New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh Signals Independence as Rate Cut Hopes Fade appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Kevin Warsh used his first speech as Federal Reserve chair to stress the central bank’s focus on price stability and maximum employment, while subtly highlighting one key idea: independence. The remark stood out because many...
By Qadir AK 5/23/2026, 2:08:37 AM
SEC Approves Nasdaq’s Bitcoin Index Options Ahead of Deadline
The post SEC Approves Nasdaq’s Bitcoin Index Options Ahead of Deadline appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has approved Nasdaq’s plan to list Bitcoin index options, expanding crypto’s presence in traditional financial markets. The new products will let US traders bet on Bitcoin price movements...
By Qadir AK 5/23/2026, 2:07:08 AM
Bank of America Boosts Bitcoin ETF, Cutting Ether and Solana Exposure
The post Bank of America Boosts Bitcoin ETF, Cutting Ether and Solana Exposure appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bank of America increased its stake in BlackRock’s IBIT Bitcoin ETF to roughly $37 million during the first quarter, according to its latest regulatory filing. The bank also disclosed nearly $53 million in total crypto ETF...
By Qadir AK 5/23/2026, 2:05:50 AM
Solana Price Structure Suggests Temporary Recovery Before Next Major Decision
Solana continues to trade within a cautious consolidation phase, with price action suggesting that a temporary recovery may develop before the market makes its next major directional move. While short-term momentum has started to stabilize, SOL still faces key resistance barriers that could determine whether the current bounce evolves into a...
By Godspower Owie 5/23/2026, 2:00:46 AM
XRP’s Leverage Build-Up Reaches Critical Levels – Analyst Explains The Risk
XRP is struggling below $1.40 as the market faces indecision that has left the price grinding in a range without the directional conviction needed to break meaningfully in either direction. The uncertainty is real — but an analysis from platform Arab Chain tracking Binance derivatives activity has identified a condition in the open interest data...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 5/23/2026, 2:00:21 AM
AI boom complicates market navigation for active managers on Wall Street
The AI-driven market concentration challenges traditional active management, questioning its viability and echoing past speculative bubbles. The post AI boom complicates market navigation for active managers on Wall Street appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:52:30 AM
Michael Saylor says all major US banks seek Bitcoin advice
The integration of Bitcoin into major US banks' offerings could transform financial systems, enhancing Bitcoin's utility and institutional adoption. The post Michael Saylor says all major US banks seek Bitcoin advice appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:51:02 AM
Strive raises capital via SATA preferred stock to acquire 790 Bitcoin in a single week
Strive's aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy via SATA stock highlights growing institutional interest in yield-bearing crypto investments. The post Strive raises capital via SATA preferred stock to acquire 790 Bitcoin in a single week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:49:14 AM
Federal Reserve signals policy shift as stocks rise and oil falls amid US-Iran truce talks
The Fed's cautious stance amid geopolitical shifts may stabilize markets short-term, but inflation concerns and high bond yields pose long-term risks. The post Federal Reserve signals policy shift as stocks rise and oil falls amid US-Iran truce talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:45:02 AM
US, Israel poised for strikes on Iran within days, WSJ reports
Escalating US-Israel-Iran tensions risk global economic instability, impacting energy prices and financial markets, including cryptocurrencies. The post US, Israel poised for strikes on Iran within days, WSJ reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:42:41 AM
Mediators seek stopgap deal between Iran and US to extend fragile cease-fire
A cease-fire collapse could destabilize global oil markets, heighten regional tensions, and complicate diplomatic relations worldwide. The post Mediators seek stopgap deal between Iran and US to extend fragile cease-fire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:40:55 AM
Two men charged under Take It Down Act for AI deepfake porn targeting celebrities and politicians
The case highlights the growing legal and ethical challenges of AI misuse, prompting stricter platform accountability and enforcement actions. The post Two men charged under Take It Down Act for AI deepfake porn targeting celebrities and politicians appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:40:54 AM
Anthropic plans to close latest funding round ahead of IPO
Anthropic's rapid pre-IPO funding highlights the tension between traditional finance and crypto markets, impacting investor strategies and risks. The post Anthropic plans to close latest funding round ahead of IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:38:12 AM
Bitcoin Falls Below $76K as $209M in Long Liquidations Hammer Traders
Bitcoin retreated Friday evening, falling to $75,120 per coin and marking a 2.8% decline over the course of the day. The daily decline added another bruise to what has already been a fairly miserable seven-day stretch, pushing weekly losses to roughly 5%. Bitcoin Loses Ground The $80,000 range once again appears increasingly distant, with bitcoin...
By Jamie Redman 5/23/2026, 1:25:25 AM
Trump targets Cuba after Raul Castro indictment, escalating US-Cuba tensions
Trump's actions may destabilize US-Cuba relations, potentially impacting diplomatic ties and regional geopolitical dynamics in Latin America. The post Trump targets Cuba after Raul Castro indictment, escalating US-Cuba tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/23/2026, 1:24:43 AM
Robinhood Crypto COO Tanya Denisova departs amid revenue slowdown
Robinhood's crypto revenue decline and COO departure highlight the need for strategic diversification to stabilize future growth and investor confidence. The post Robinhood Crypto COO Tanya Denisova departs amid revenue slowdown appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:15:25 AM
Grayscale report highlights Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, and Canton Network as regulatory clarity winners
Regulatory clarity could drive institutional adoption, integrating public blockchains into traditional finance and expanding DeFi applications. The post Grayscale report highlights Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, and Canton Network as regulatory clarity winners appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:14:45 AM
NTSB suspends public access to crash database after AI users recreate cockpit audio from spectrograms
The suspension of the NTSB's database highlights the tension between transparency and privacy in the age of AI-driven data reconstruction. The post NTSB suspends public access to crash database after AI users recreate cockpit audio from spectrograms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:12:50 AM
Project Glasswing identifies over 10,000 critical vulnerabilities in first month using AI
AI-driven vulnerability detection could revolutionize cybersecurity, reducing risks by uncovering long-hidden flaws and enhancing software resilience. The post Project Glasswing identifies over 10,000 critical vulnerabilities in first month using AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:12:09 AM
SEC delays innovation exception for US equity token trading after pushback from traditional exchanges
The SEC's delay highlights ongoing tensions between innovation and traditional market structures, creating uncertainty for tokenized securities' future. The post SEC delays innovation exception for US equity token trading after pushback from traditional exchanges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:11:45 AM
Meta launches Forum app, driving Reddit shares down 6%
Meta's Forum app could reshape online community dynamics, challenging Reddit's niche dominance and potentially altering investor perceptions. The post Meta launches Forum app, driving Reddit shares down 6% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:09:44 AM
Anthropic plans to make Mythos-class AI models widely available
Anthropic's Mythos-class AI models could revolutionize cybersecurity but face political hurdles due to potential misuse risks. The post Anthropic plans to make Mythos-class AI models widely available appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 1:09:33 AM
Hope For Altcoin Season: The Bitcoin Move That Could Kickstart Everything
Altcoins have spent years losing ground against Bitcoin, and that has made the phrase “altseason is dead” one of the easiest claims in crypto. However, a market structure shared by Cryptollica on X suggests the story may not be that simple. The chart does not show strength yet, but it does show a familiar location […]
By Scott Matherson 5/23/2026, 1:00:51 AM
Bitcoin Traders Step Back In After Longest Deleveraging Since 2022
Bitcoin derivatives traders are moving back into the market after an eight-month deleveraging phase, according to CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost, with Binance futures open interest now back above its 180-day moving average. The shift suggests risk appetite is returning after one of the longest reductions in leveraged exposure since the 2022 bear...
By Jake Simmons 5/23/2026, 1:00:38 AM
SEC delays tokenized stock exemption amid industry concerns
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed plans to introduce an exemption that would allow crypto firms to trade tokenized equities, according to a Bloomberg report on Friday.
By N/A 5/23/2026, 12:46:37 AM
CFTC data shows speculators pulling back across treasuries, equities, and currencies
Speculators' broad de-risking signals caution, potentially impacting market volatility and investor sentiment across multiple asset classes. The post CFTC data shows speculators pulling back across treasuries, equities, and currencies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:46:36 AM
James Comer launches investigation into prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket over insider trading concerns
The investigation could lead to stricter regulations on prediction markets, impacting user trust and the operational dynamics of crypto platforms. The post James Comer launches investigation into prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket over insider trading concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:45:10 AM
Federal Reserve swears in Kevin Warsh as chair amid rising inflation and crypto uncertainty
Warsh's leadership could reshape monetary policy, impacting inflation control and crypto market stability amid economic and geopolitical challenges. The post Federal Reserve swears in Kevin Warsh as chair amid rising inflation and crypto uncertainty appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:44:13 AM
Bank of Russia sells 900,000 ounces of gold, generating $4.3B in proceeds
Russia's gold sales highlight economic strain, potentially impacting global gold markets and signaling shifts in geopolitical financial strategies. The post Bank of Russia sells 900,000 ounces of gold, generating $4.3B in proceeds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:42:53 AM
SUI enables gasless stablecoin transfers for seamless payments
Sui's gasless stablecoin transfers could revolutionize blockchain usability, reducing friction and potentially setting a new industry standard. The post SUI enables gasless stablecoin transfers for seamless payments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:39:02 AM
US stocks show sharpest divergence from 10-year Treasury yield since 1999
The divergence may prompt a reevaluation of investment strategies, impacting asset allocation and increasing pressure on riskier investments. The post US stocks show sharpest divergence from 10-year Treasury yield since 1999 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:37:45 AM
US House Oversight Committee launches investigation into insider trading on prediction markets
The investigation could lead to stricter regulations, reshaping prediction markets and impacting investor strategies and platform operations. The post US House Oversight Committee launches investigation into insider trading on prediction markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:36:43 AM
Qatari negotiating team visits Tehran to aid US-Iran deal talks
The Qatari team's involvement in US-Iran talks could reshape Middle Eastern diplomacy and impact global energy markets if sanctions ease. The post Qatari negotiating team visits Tehran to aid US-Iran deal talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:35:29 AM
US House Oversight Committee launches insider trading investigation into Polymarket and Kalshi
The investigation could lead to stricter regulations on prediction markets, impacting how they operate and their users' trading freedoms. The post US House Oversight Committee launches insider trading investigation into Polymarket and Kalshi appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:33:13 AM
NEAR Protocol surges 30% after Arthur Hayes calls it part of ‘holy trinity’
NEAR's surge amid a market downturn highlights its potential as a resilient investment, driven by strategic endorsements and upcoming innovations. The post NEAR Protocol surges 30% after Arthur Hayes calls it part of ‘holy trinity’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:31:48 AM
Ghana Rolls Out 2025 Crypto Law as Regulators Target Fraud and AML Risks
Ghana has introduced a new legal framework via the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act of 2025 to regulate its rapidly growing cryptocurrency market. Rising Crypto Adoption and Systemic Risks Ghana has rolled out a legal framework to regulate virtual assets as cryptocurrency adoption accelerates across the economy, according to the country’s 2025...
By Terence Zimwara 5/23/2026, 12:30:04 AM
Ethereum is still a good long-term buy, according data: Analyst
Ethereum’s dominance in DeFi, stablecoins and staking is strengthening the long-term ETH accumulation thesis, despite it’s 28% price decline in 2026.
By Biraajmaan Tamuly 5/23/2026, 12:29:18 AM
SEC delays innovation exemption for tokenized stocks amid concerns from exchanges and market players
The SEC's delay highlights regulatory caution, impacting market innovation and signaling stricter oversight on tokenized financial products. The post SEC delays innovation exemption for tokenized stocks amid concerns from exchanges and market players appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:28:36 AM
Circle urges banks to move past stablecoin pilots into production-scale deployments
Banks' shift from stablecoin pilots to full-scale deployment could accelerate digital finance adoption, impacting financial strategies and competition. The post Circle urges banks to move past stablecoin pilots into production-scale deployments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:27:18 AM
Google processes over 3.2 quadrillion tokens monthly, a 7x increase from last year
Google's exponential token processing growth underscores the escalating demand for AI, driving innovation and investment in custom hardware solutions. The post Google processes over 3.2 quadrillion tokens monthly, a 7x increase from last year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/23/2026, 12:25:09 AM