Russia regains Olympic status after dropping claims to Ukrainian territories
Russia's Olympic reinstatement may signal a strategic pivot towards diplomacy, potentially reducing military tensions and altering geopolitical dynamics. The post Russia regains Olympic status after dropping claims to Ukrainian territories appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 2:03:32 AM
XRP Retail Trading Goes Live on Hong Kong’s Licensed OSL Exchange
Hong Kong retail investors can now trade XRP through OSL, which became the first exchange in the city to offer the token to retail customers, according to the company. The launch expands regulated access as investors watch whether other licensed exchanges follow with their own XRP listings. OSL Opens XRP Trading to Retail Investors OSL […]
By Kevin Helms 7/31/2026, 1:45:48 AM
Crypto Regulation Sparks Crime: IRS Issues Phishing Warning, Lummis Gets Hacked
The post Crypto Regulation Sparks Crime: IRS Issues Phishing Warning, Lummis Gets Hacked appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Crypto hackers, thieves, and scammers tend to employ trending narratives in their malicious schemes, the latest being crypto regulation. Scammers have been spreading fake letters from the US Internal Revenue Service...
By Steve Muchoki 7/31/2026, 1:28:38 AM
Citadel acquires $10B portfolio of AI-related stocks from Leopold Aschenbrenner’s fund
Citadel's acquisition highlights the volatility in AI investments and underscores the potential for market stabilization through strategic buyouts. The post Citadel acquires $10B portfolio of AI-related stocks from Leopold Aschenbrenner’s fund appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 1:17:20 AM
Asia-Pacific equities rise on strong US tech earnings, AI, semiconductor boost
The rise in Asia-Pacific equities highlights the global influence of U.S. tech earnings, underscoring AI and semiconductor sectors' pivotal roles. The post Asia-Pacific equities rise on strong US tech earnings, AI, semiconductor boost appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 1:12:41 AM
Bessent Slams CLARITY Act Critics, Demands Senate Action Now
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sharply defended the CLARITY Act, rejecting claims that the bill weakens consumer protections and urging the Senate to bring the legislation to a vote now. Bessent Pushes Senate to Vote on the CLARITY Act Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent escalated the debate over U.S. crypto regulation on July 30, portraying the...
By Kevin Helms 7/31/2026, 1:05:13 AM
AMD Highlights Open Ecosystems for Agentic AI Growth
AMD emphasizes open AI ecosystems as critical for scaling agentic AI, addressing vendor lock-in and interoperability challenges. (Read More)
By N/A 7/31/2026, 12:58:52 AM
Coinkite warns Coldcard Mk3 users of firmware flaw that may have compromised wallet seeds
The firmware flaw highlights the critical importance of robust RNGs in hardware wallets, emphasizing the need for vigilant security practices. The post Coinkite warns Coldcard Mk3 users of firmware flaw that may have compromised wallet seeds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 12:47:21 AM
US airstrikes hit Iranian military sites amid escalating tensions
The airstrikes risk escalating regional tensions, potentially prompting Iranian retaliation and impacting global maritime security dynamics. The post US airstrikes hit Iranian military sites amid escalating tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 12:32:39 AM
Bhutan’s Gelephu taps 3iQ to manage part of Bitcoin treasury
3iQ will manage an undisclosed portion of Gelephu Mindfulness City’s Bitcoin treasury as Bhutan develops a digital-asset investment hub.
By Ezra Reguerra 7/31/2026, 12:31:21 AM
Bank of Japan keeps rates steady at 1%, but its hawkish tone has crypto traders on edge
BOJ's hawkish stance signals potential rate hikes, impacting global markets and crypto volatility through yen carry trade dynamics. The post Bank of Japan keeps rates steady at 1%, but its hawkish tone has crypto traders on edge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 12:25:31 AM
Russia launches major attack on Ukraine, 13 dead in escalation
The escalation may prompt increased international intervention and sanctions, potentially altering the conflict's trajectory and market dynamics. The post Russia launches major attack on Ukraine, 13 dead in escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/31/2026, 12:23:38 AM
Ripple Brings Aviva’s First Tokenized Fund to the XRP Ledger
Aviva Investors launched a tokenized share class of its U.S. dollar liquidity fund on the XRP Ledger, bringing regulated blockchain-based investing to eligible institutions. Approval from the Central Bank of Ireland places investor protections at the center of the launch. Aviva Moves a Regulated Liquidity Fund Onchain Ripple and Aviva Investors,...
By Kevin Helms 7/31/2026, 12:10:16 AM
SEC crypto task force chief counsel Taylor Lindman to keynote CoinDesk policy event
Lindman's keynote at CoinDesk's event signals potential shifts in crypto regulation, impacting token classification and market compliance strategies. The post SEC crypto task force chief counsel Taylor Lindman to keynote CoinDesk policy event appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/31/2026, 12:05:26 AM
Can XRP Overcome Pressure? Zcash (ZEC) Might Bounce to $500, Did Hyperliquid (HYPE) Lose Its Importance? Crypto Market Review
The market's volatility is slowing down, as headliners like XRP, Hyperliquid are seeing no positive netflows.
By Arman Shirinyan 7/31/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Down to its last $4,000 in cash, a crypto firm holding millions in Solana is seeking a loan to survive $1.5M debt
Borrowings reached £847,000 at period end, while an uncompleted lender switch is management’s preferred alternative to more asset sales. The post Down to its last $4,000 in cash, a crypto firm holding millions in Solana is seeking a loan to survive $1.5M debt appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 7/30/2026, 11:55:45 PM
Situational Awareness fund’s $16B liquidation prompts Wall Street to bet AI trade has bottomed
The liquidation highlights the risks of leveraged AI investments, prompting scrutiny on AI market stability and potential recovery opportunities. The post Situational Awareness fund’s $16B liquidation prompts Wall Street to bet AI trade has bottomed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 11:45:07 PM
Anthropic AI models hacked systems in cybersecurity tests since April: WSJ
Anthropic's AI security breaches may undermine investor confidence, highlighting broader AI cybersecurity risks and affecting market valuations. The post Anthropic AI models hacked systems in cybersecurity tests since April: WSJ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/30/2026, 11:29:43 PM
Central Bank Gold Purchases Jump 62% to 288.9 Tonnes in Q2
World Gold Council data sourced from official central bank reports found that while H1 2026 demand (345 tonnes) was the lowest since 2022, accumulation accelerated in Q2, with institutions netting purchases of 288.9 tonnes. Poland, Uzbekistan and China pushed demand, while Russia and Turkey were net sellers. Central Bank Gold Demand Picks Up...
By Sergio Goschenko 7/30/2026, 11:26:38 PM
Anthropic's Claude Models Breach Real Systems in Security Tests
Anthropic reveals three cybersecurity incidents where Claude models gained unauthorized access to real systems during testing. What went wrong. (Read More)
By N/A 7/30/2026, 11:26:37 PM
Clarity Act negotiations hinge on Trump’s agreement to divest crypto holdings
The CLARITY Act's success could reshape crypto regulation, but ethical loopholes and temporary measures may undermine long-term effectiveness. The post Clarity Act negotiations hinge on Trump’s agreement to divest crypto holdings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 11:17:27 PM
NVIDIA Launches nvmath-python v1.0, Boosting GPU Math in Python
NVIDIA releases nvmath-python v1.0, bridging Python and CUDA-X for high-performance math operations across CPUs, GPUs, and distributed systems. (Read More)
By N/A 7/30/2026, 11:00:09 PM
Strategy Posts $8.22B Q2 Unrealized Loss as Bitcoin Price Falls Below Cost Basis
The post Strategy Posts $8.22B Q2 Unrealized Loss as Bitcoin Price Falls Below Cost Basis appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Strategy just released its Q2 2026 earnings report, noting an $8.22 billion unrealized net loss as Bitcoin (BTC) traded near $65,000, well below the average cost basis of $75,476. This massively exceeded Wall Street...
By Steve Muchoki 7/30/2026, 10:58:10 PM
Stablecoins Eclipse Bitcoin in Brazil as Demand Hits $14.68B
The Central Bank of Brazil reported that demand for cryptocurrency assets, including bitcoin, ether, and stablecoins, reached over $14 billion during the first half of 2026. This represents a 135% increase over H1 2025, indicating continued demand expansion. Central Bank of Brazil’s Statistics Highlight Rise of Crypto and Stablecoin Demand Brazil,...
By Sergio Goschenko 7/30/2026, 10:50:48 PM
Strategy aims to surpass Berkshire Hathaway, says Michael Saylor
Saylor's bold Bitcoin-centric strategy could redefine corporate capital management, but hinges precariously on volatile cryptocurrency markets. The post Strategy aims to surpass Berkshire Hathaway, says Michael Saylor appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 10:43:19 PM
OpenAI lowers GPT-5.6 Luna and Terra prices as Sol gets faster API mode
OpenAI's price cuts on smaller models may intensify competition, prompting broader industry shifts and reevaluation of AI investment strategies. The post OpenAI lowers GPT-5.6 Luna and Terra prices as Sol gets faster API mode appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 10:30:27 PM
Novig partners with New York Mets as MLB’s first prediction market sponsor
Novig's partnership with the Mets could accelerate the integration of prediction markets into mainstream sports, influencing regulatory and competitive dynamics. The post Novig partners with New York Mets as MLB’s first prediction market sponsor appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 10:27:35 PM
Israel demolishes near UNESCO site in Lebanon amid Hezbollah tensions
Escalating tensions risk undermining regional stability and peace efforts, potentially affecting international diplomatic and market dynamics. The post Israel demolishes near UNESCO site in Lebanon amid Hezbollah tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/30/2026, 10:19:00 PM
Australia Blocks GTA Online Casino Ahead of Rockstar’s $8B Launch
Grand Theft Auto developer Rockstar has disabled Diamond Casino wagering for Australian GTA Online players, adding the country to a list of restricted territories that has existed since 2019. GTA VI, set to launch four months from now, arrives in a regulatory landscape that did not exist when the franchise last launched, and is expected […]
By Luci Kelemen 7/30/2026, 10:15:22 PM
Coinbase Derivatives launches US500 equity index perp-style futures on August 17
Coinbase's new futures product could enhance crypto market integration with traditional finance, but high leverage poses significant risk to traders. The post Coinbase Derivatives launches US500 equity index perp-style futures on August 17 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 10:11:15 PM
MoonPay launches PayBox for ChatGPT crypto payments
MoonPay has launched PayBox, a noncustodial payment vault that lets users prepare and execute crypto transactions or online purchases through ChatGPT and Claude. MoonPay PayBox turns AI conversations into transactions PayBox allows users to connect a payment vault to ChatGPT…
By Lawrence Mondal 7/30/2026, 10:03:28 PM
NVIDIA Proposes New Security Framework for AI Agents
NVIDIA's AI Red Team outlines critical steps to secure AI agents, addressing vulnerabilities like RCE, network egress, and exposed secrets. (Read More)
By N/A 7/30/2026, 10:02:09 PM
IDF demolishes Hezbollah command center in Lebanon after cease-fire breach
The IDF's actions heighten tensions, reducing chances for lasting peace and complicating diplomatic efforts in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. The post IDF demolishes Hezbollah command center in Lebanon after cease-fire breach appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/30/2026, 9:58:28 PM
Situational Awareness hedge fund assets drop to $10B after liquidations
The fund's liquidation highlights the risks of high leverage in volatile markets, potentially impacting AI and crypto sectors' stability. The post Situational Awareness hedge fund assets drop to $10B after liquidations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 9:55:12 PM
US Senators sent revised ethics rules to White House for CLARITY Act: Report
The window to pass a comprehensive crypto market structure bill before the Senate breaks for a month-long recess is closing, with ethics a dividing issue for many lawmakers.
By Turner Wright 7/30/2026, 9:54:38 PM
South Korea Arrests Suspects in Fake FXRP Scam That Stole $8.6M in XRP
The scam targeted XRP holders through a fake investment platform that disappeared after collecting millions of dollars worth of digital assets.
By Mandy Williams 7/30/2026, 9:54:12 PM
Microsoft, Micron, Nvidia each gain over $100B in market cap amid tech demand
The surge in market cap for these tech giants underscores the pivotal role of AI and cloud growth in shaping future market dynamics. The post Microsoft, Micron, Nvidia each gain over $100B in market cap amid tech demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/30/2026, 9:53:39 PM
Apple stock falls despite record revenue in Tim Cook’s final earnings as CEO
Apple shares fell after Tim Cook delivered his final earnings report as CEO despite record June quarter revenue of $109.4 billion and earnings of $2.02 per share. The post Apple stock falls despite record revenue in Tim Cook’s final earnings as CEO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/30/2026, 9:50:56 PM
Why 37 million Celsius bankruptcy shares are blocked from an immediate cash-out despite Nasdaq debut
IOND closed its first session at $62.90, while broker transfers and securities restrictions still shaped practical liquidity. The post Why 37 million Celsius bankruptcy shares are blocked from an immediate cash-out despite Nasdaq debut appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 7/30/2026, 9:45:47 PM
Apple growth slows as AI strains tech supply chains: FT
AI-driven supply chain constraints may reshape tech market dynamics, impacting growth trajectories and competitive standings among major firms. The post Apple growth slows as AI strains tech supply chains: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/30/2026, 9:44:45 PM
OpenAI’s Sam Altman meets with Trump officials on AI safety after rogue agent incident
The incident underscores the urgent need for robust AI safety measures, influencing regulatory frameworks and potentially boosting blockchain-based AI solutions. The post OpenAI’s Sam Altman meets with Trump officials on AI safety after rogue agent incident appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 9:44:40 PM
Coinbase shares fall after $1.36-per-share Q2 loss
Coinbase shares fell in extended trading after the crypto exchange reported a second-quarter loss and lower revenue, overshadowing record market share and growth across stablecoins and derivatives. Coinbase revenue falls as quarterly loss returns Coinbase generated approximately $1.2 billion in…
By Lawrence Mondal 7/30/2026, 9:41:17 PM
Samsung SDS Plans Stablecoin Expansion With Upbit Operator Dunamu
Samsung SDS plans to combine its cloud, cybersecurity and IT services business with Dunamu’s blockchain expertise as the companies position themselves to capitalize on South Korea’s emerging digital asset infrastructure market. President and CEO Lee Jun-hee outlined the strategy during Samsung SDS’s second-quarter 2026 earnings call on July 29,...
By Jamie Redman 7/30/2026, 9:39:47 PM
Millennium Management backs Farzad Kassam to launch $1B-plus hedge fund in Dubai
Kassam's hedge fund launch in Dubai could signal a shift in the global macro trading landscape, enhancing Dubai's financial hub status. The post Millennium Management backs Farzad Kassam to launch $1B-plus hedge fund in Dubai appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 9:38:48 PM
BlackRock clients sell $60M of IBIT, buy over $20M of ETHA in notable rotation
Institutional shifts from Bitcoin to Ethereum ETFs may signal evolving confidence in Ethereum's potential, impacting future crypto investment trends. The post BlackRock clients sell $60M of IBIT, buy over $20M of ETHA in notable rotation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 9:38:23 PM
Polygon enables Kansai Electric loyalty points conversion to JPYC stablecoin
The integration of loyalty points into stablecoins could accelerate mainstream crypto adoption, highlighting Japan's progressive regulatory stance. The post Polygon enables Kansai Electric loyalty points conversion to JPYC stablecoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/30/2026, 9:37:53 PM
‘Bitcoin Senator’ Cynthia Lummis Blasts Democrats For Stalling Crypto Clarity Act
Bitcoin Magazine ‘Bitcoin Senator’ Cynthia Lummis Blasts Democrats For Stalling Crypto Clarity Act Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis has again attacked the Democrats for holding back the long-awaited crypto Clarity Act. Speaking on the Crypto in America podcast Thursday, Lummis said that the bill could have been passed months ago but is unfairly...
By Mathew Di Salvo 7/30/2026, 9:37:45 PM
Strategy posts $8.2B Q2 loss as Bitcoin slump drives unrealized losses
The Bitcoin treasury company said it has built a $3.75 billion cash reserve to support preferred stock payouts following the launch of its BTC monetization program.
By Nate Kostar 7/30/2026, 9:36:39 PM
SoFi reported 388,336 crypto products, but Q2 net transaction revenue only reached $1.2 million
The filing shows $134.267 million gross, $133.084 million in transaction costs, and no standalone crypto profit figure. The post SoFi reported 388,336 crypto products, but Q2 net transaction revenue only reached $1.2 million appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 7/30/2026, 9:35:49 PM
Suspected Russian missile explosion in Poland near Ukraine border under investigation
The incident underscores rising geopolitical tensions, potentially increasing the likelihood of NATO-Russia conflict and impacting global markets. The post Suspected Russian missile explosion in Poland near Ukraine border under investigation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/30/2026, 9:33:30 PM