Fold Sells $45M in Bitcoin to Wipe Out Debt and Back Next Growth Phase
TLDR: Fold sold ~$45M in Bitcoin at an average price of $71,000 to fund a full balance sheet reset. The company repaid $20M in Bitcoin-collateralized debt, eliminating all secured obligations. A $25M cash allocation targets Credit Card scaling, new products, and financing partnerships. Fold retains a Bitcoin treasury position and keeps its...
By Brenda Mary 6/10/2026, 11:04:15 PM
Javier Aguirre embraces pressure of World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca
Aguirre's leadership in the 2026 World Cup opener at Azteca could redefine Mexico's football legacy and influence future global tournaments. The post Javier Aguirre embraces pressure of World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 11:01:40 PM
The Ethereum Indicator That Never Missed A Bottom Is Signaling Again, This Time At $700
Ethereum (ETH) is attempting to consolidate at price levels not seen since April of last year, following a 31% decline over the monthly time frame. Trading around $1,606, ETH sits nearly 70% below its all-time high of $4,945 — and according to one indicator, the drawdown may not be over. Another 56% Drop Ahead? Market […]
By Ronaldo Marquez 6/10/2026, 11:01:15 PM
Aliou Dieng departs Al Ahly SC, joins Valencia after 250 appearances
Dieng's move to Valencia highlights the increasing globalization of football talent, potentially boosting La Liga's competitive edge. The post Aliou Dieng departs Al Ahly SC, joins Valencia after 250 appearances appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:59:19 PM
Gold falls for third day as US strikes on Iran escalate tensions
Gold's decline amid US-Iran tensions highlights the dollar's dominance over traditional safe-haven assets, reshaping investor strategies. The post Gold falls for third day as US strikes on Iran escalate tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:59:17 PM
Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters orders Strait of Hormuz closed to oil tankers
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz could significantly disrupt global oil supply chains, spike energy prices, and impact financial markets. The post Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters orders Strait of Hormuz closed to oil tankers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:56:09 PM
US sanctions China and Hong Kong entities over Iran weapons procurement
The sanctions highlight escalating US efforts to disrupt Iran's military supply chains, impacting global trade and financial networks. The post US sanctions China and Hong Kong entities over Iran weapons procurement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:54:34 PM
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei backs mandatory testing for AI models, pushing the most aggressive regulatory framework from a major lab
Amodei's push for stringent AI regulations could reshape industry dynamics, favoring well-resourced labs while challenging smaller and decentralized players. The post Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei backs mandatory testing for AI models, pushing the most aggressive regulatory framework from a major lab appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:54:28 PM
Curve changes DeFi lending model with Llamalend v2 upgrade
Curve Finance has launched Llamalend v2 on Optimism with support for isolated lending markets and non-crvUSD borrowing pairs, opening the first phase of a lending system upgrade ahead of a planned Ethereum mainnet rollout later this year. According to Curve…
By Lawrence Mondal 6/10/2026, 10:53:12 PM
Visa brings OpenAI into AI commerce push with stablecoin upgrades
Visa has introduced new AI, stablecoin, and token capabilities at Visa Payments Forum 2026. The company said the tools will help clients support faster and more automated commerce. The updates cover agentic payments, token assurance, stablecoin settlement, and tokenized deposits.…
By Irene Mukiri 6/10/2026, 10:52:52 PM
Franklin Templeton to participate in SpaceX IPO, CEO Jenny Johnson confirms
Franklin Templeton's participation in the SpaceX IPO highlights growing institutional interest in space technology and its market potential. The post Franklin Templeton to participate in SpaceX IPO, CEO Jenny Johnson confirms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:44:37 PM
Barcelona’s Anthony Gordon scores twice in England’s 2-0 friendly win over Costa Rica
Gordon's performance boosts England's World Cup readiness and highlights Barcelona's strategic investment in emerging talent. The post Barcelona’s Anthony Gordon scores twice in England’s 2-0 friendly win over Costa Rica appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:44:13 PM
Wolverhampton Wanderers agree to appoint Cesar Peixoto as head coach
Wolves' appointment of Peixoto highlights a strategic return to Portuguese influences, aiming to rejuvenate their Championship campaign. The post Wolverhampton Wanderers agree to appoint Cesar Peixoto as head coach appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:39:51 PM
AI identifies critical bug in Zcash that could have enabled unlimited counterfeit minting
The incident underscores the critical role of AI in enhancing blockchain security, prompting increased scrutiny and innovation in privacy protocols. The post AI identifies critical bug in Zcash that could have enabled unlimited counterfeit minting appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:38:36 PM
FIFA and FIFPRO sign landmark deal giving players a seat at football’s decision-making table
The agreement empowers players in governance, potentially reshaping player welfare, IP rights, and blockchain licensing in football. The post FIFA and FIFPRO sign landmark deal giving players a seat at football’s decision-making table appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:37:05 PM
xAI faces lawsuit from fired engineer over Grok safety concerns days before SpaceX’s historic IPO
The lawsuit could intensify regulatory scrutiny on AI governance, potentially impacting investor confidence and legislative actions globally. The post xAI faces lawsuit from fired engineer over Grok safety concerns days before SpaceX’s historic IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:35:58 PM
OpenAI partners with Oracle to simplify access to AI models for cloud users
The partnership could reshape enterprise AI adoption, intensifying competition among cloud providers and potentially driving innovation and job creation. The post OpenAI partners with Oracle to simplify access to AI models for cloud users appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:31:07 PM
Canada introduces teen social media ban with Big Tech off-ramp
Canada's social media age ban could reshape tech investments, boost safety tech demand, and spark privacy debates over age verification methods. The post Canada introduces teen social media ban with Big Tech off-ramp appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:31:05 PM
Saylor Pushes Back Against Dilution Accusations After New Bitcoin Bet
Strategy’s cash reserves are close to hitting $1 billion — a detail that has become central to Michael Saylor’s defense of the company’s latest round of share sales and Bitcoin purchases. Related Reading: Crypto Exchange Bithumb Raided In Probe Tied To Lawmaker’s Family A Disputed Metric At The Center Of The Fight Bitcoin analyst Matthew […]
By Christian Encila 6/10/2026, 10:30:56 PM
Anthropic urges US government to block dangerous AI model releases
Anthropic's call for AI regulation could centralize power among tech giants, stifling innovation and increasing compliance costs for smaller firms. The post Anthropic urges US government to block dangerous AI model releases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:30:36 PM
CME Group Launches Crypto Index Futures Tracking Bitcoin, Solana and XRP
CME Group has launched Nasdaq CME Crypto Index futures, giving investors a regulated way to trade and hedge broad exposure to major digital assets. The contracts settle against a Nasdaq-CME benchmark covering some of the largest and most actively traded cryptocurrencies. Nasdaq and CME Launch Crypto Index Futures Tied to 8 Leading Tokens CME Group...
By Emmanuel Musa 6/10/2026, 10:30:16 PM
Coinbase urges Congress to scrap taxes on stablecoin spending
Coinbase has urged U.S. lawmakers to remove capital gains tax requirements on stablecoin payments and exempt small crypto transactions from burdensome reporting rules. According to testimony delivered by Coinbase vice president of tax Lawrence Zlatkin before the House Ways and…
By Lawrence Mondal 6/10/2026, 10:30:10 PM
Bitcoin Obituaries Keep Coming—CZ Isn’t Buying It
Bitcoin fell to its lowest weekly close since the second half of 2024 last week, capping a stretch that has now stripped more than 8% of its value in seven days and pulled the broader crypto market to levels not seen since early in the year. Related Reading: Security Milestone: XRP Lending Protocol Completes Military-Grade Assessment A Pattern...
By Christian Encila 6/10/2026, 10:30:06 PM
CFTC proposes framework favoring sports event contracts over gambling
The proposed rules would preserve election markets and allow many sports-based prediction contracts while limiting bets that could encourage manipulation.
By Sam Bourgi 6/10/2026, 10:30:00 PM
US launches new wave of strikes on Iran as crypto markets brace for impact
Escalating US-Iran tensions could destabilize global markets, highlighting the vulnerability of crypto assets to geopolitical conflicts. The post US launches new wave of strikes on Iran as crypto markets brace for impact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:29:08 PM
Trump plans new military strikes as US-Iran talks end without resolution
Increased U.S.-Iran tensions and planned military actions diminish prospects for diplomatic resolutions, impacting geopolitical stability. The post Trump plans new military strikes as US-Iran talks end without resolution appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/10/2026, 10:26:21 PM
Iranian forces target US ships near Strait of Hormuz with missiles and drones, sparking crypto volatility and a Bitcoin insurance scheme
The escalation near Hormuz could reshape crypto markets, potentially increasing Bitcoin demand while intensifying regulatory scrutiny globally. The post Iranian forces target US ships near Strait of Hormuz with missiles and drones, sparking crypto volatility and a Bitcoin insurance scheme appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:25:13 PM
Iran reports missile strikes on US-linked targets in Iraq, rattling crypto markets
Geopolitical tensions in Iraq highlight the vulnerability of crypto markets to external shocks, underscoring the interconnectedness of global assets. The post Iran reports missile strikes on US-linked targets in Iraq, rattling crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:23:23 PM
Taiwan deploys American-made Altius-600 drones against maritime targets during drills
Taiwan's strategic shift to mobile, expendable defense systems highlights rising regional tensions and potential global economic impacts. The post Taiwan deploys American-made Altius-600 drones against maritime targets during drills appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:19:18 PM
Alex Iwobi joins Super Eagles centurion club with 100th Nigeria cap
Iwobi's milestone highlights Nigeria's growing football legacy, inspiring future talents and strengthening national pride on the global stage. The post Alex Iwobi joins Super Eagles centurion club with 100th Nigeria cap appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:17:13 PM
Israel launches airstrikes against Iran amid escalating conflict
The escalation reduces prospects for peace and heightens regional instability, impacting geopolitical dynamics and market predictions. The post Israel launches airstrikes against Iran amid escalating conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/10/2026, 10:14:43 PM
Iran targets US ships near Strait of Hormuz with missiles and drones
Escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global shipping and energy markets, increasing the likelihood of military conflict. The post Iran targets US ships near Strait of Hormuz with missiles and drones appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/10/2026, 10:14:21 PM
ESL releases official trailer for IEM Cologne Major 2026
The IEM Cologne Major 2026 trailer highlights the enduring appeal of traditional esports, emphasizing community engagement over crypto trends. The post ESL releases official trailer for IEM Cologne Major 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:14:18 PM
Amazon trucking push sends freight carrier stocks lower
Amazon has expanded its trucking service to businesses beyond its own logistics network. The move sent shares of several major freight carriers lower on Wednesday. The company will now offer less-than-truckload shipping to businesses across the United States. Amazon opens…
By Irene Mukiri 6/10/2026, 10:12:46 PM
Son Heung-min dismisses retirement talk, focuses on current commitments
Son's focus on future commitments highlights the evolving dynamics of athlete careers and their impact on sports and digital markets. The post Son Heung-min dismisses retirement talk, focuses on current commitments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:12:32 PM
AI firms craft state regulations as federal action stalls
State-level AI regulations create a fragmented legal landscape, increasing compliance costs and complicating national standardization efforts. The post AI firms craft state regulations as federal action stalls appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:10:23 PM
Anthropic CEO warns AI is getting too powerful while releasing new model
Anthropic's tiered AI release strategy may set a precedent, balancing innovation with safety, potentially influencing future regulatory frameworks. The post Anthropic CEO warns AI is getting too powerful while releasing new model appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:08:55 PM
Explosions reported near airport and airbase in Bandar Abbas as US-Iran tensions spike
Rising US-Iran tensions could disrupt global oil supply, impacting energy prices, inflation, and financial markets, including cryptocurrencies. The post Explosions reported near airport and airbase in Bandar Abbas as US-Iran tensions spike appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:06:53 PM
House and Senate Democrats reject Trump’s request to extend FISA Section 702 authority ahead of World Cup
The rejection highlights a growing bipartisan demand for surveillance reform, potentially reshaping US intelligence practices and public trust. The post House and Senate Democrats reject Trump’s request to extend FISA Section 702 authority ahead of World Cup appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 10:06:23 PM
Stand With Crypto targets UK banks over crypto transfer curbs
Stand With Crypto UK has launched a campaign against bank-imposed crypto transfer restrictions after a report found that 40% of cryptocurrency transactions in the country are being blocked or limited. According to Stand With Crypto UK, the organization is calling…
By Lawrence Mondal 6/10/2026, 10:06:22 PM
Sapient trains 1B-parameter HRM-Text model for $1,500 in 1.9 days
Sapient's cost-effective model training could democratize AI development, enabling broader access and innovation in decentralized AI systems. The post Sapient trains 1B-parameter HRM-Text model for $1,500 in 1.9 days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 9:57:32 PM
FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off with 48 teams, and crypto is coming along for the ride
The 2026 World Cup's crypto integration could boost blockchain adoption, but speculative trading may overshadow fundamental value growth. The post FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off with 48 teams, and crypto is coming along for the ride appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 9:56:28 PM
Noah Doe-Linked Bitcoin Awakens Again as Another 2011 Casascius Coin Cashes Out
Onchain records show yet another Casascius physical bitcoin has been redeemed, this time from an address originally created on Nov. 1, 2011. The plot thickens, however, because the spend traces back to another dormant wallet tied to the sprawling New York Supreme Court case Noah Doe v. John Does 1–39,069, adding one more chapter to […]
By Jamie Redman 6/10/2026, 9:50:17 PM
US military strikes multiple targets in Iran as crypto markets brace for volatility
Escalating US-Iran tensions could destabilize global markets, impacting oil prices and crypto volatility, complicating economic forecasts. The post US military strikes multiple targets in Iran as crypto markets brace for volatility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 9:50:17 PM
SEC’s Jim Moloney outlines proposals to remodel regulatory frameworks
The proposed SEC reforms could streamline compliance, reduce costs for mid-cap firms, and broaden market access, impacting capital dynamics. The post SEC’s Jim Moloney outlines proposals to remodel regulatory frameworks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 9:48:38 PM
Coinbase Urges Congress to Treat Stablecoins Like Cash and Ease Crypto Tax Burdens
The exchange argued that tracking gains on stablecoin purchases creates administrative complexity without generating meaningful tax revenue.
By Wayne Jones 6/10/2026, 9:47:49 PM
BlackRock and Fidelity Dominate U.S. Bitcoin ETF Flows
TLDR BlackRock’s IBIT and Fidelity’s FBTC account for the majority of recent U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF inflows. On January 14, IBIT and FBTC captured over 90% of the $840.6 million total inflows. Similar concentration appeared on April 17 and May 1, with the two funds absorbing most new capital. Bitcoin is down about 29% year-to-date, [...] The post...
By Maxwell Mutuma 6/10/2026, 9:47:10 PM
Francisco Conceição scores potential winner for Portugal against Nigeria
Conceio's performance highlights the potential for emerging talents to influence international football dynamics and market interest. The post Francisco Conceição scores potential winner for Portugal against Nigeria appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 9:46:14 PM
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates regrets Epstein ties in House testimony
Bill Gates has told a House panel that he regrets meeting Jeffrey Epstein while seeking support for global health work. The Microsoft co-founder denied witnessing criminal conduct and denied victimizing anyone in his prepared statement. His closed-door testimony came as…
By Irene Mukiri 6/10/2026, 9:46:13 PM
Fulham holds talks with Alvaro Arbeloa for head coach role
Fulham's pursuit of Arbeloa as head coach could redefine the club's strategic direction, impacting its competitive standing and future success. The post Fulham holds talks with Alvaro Arbeloa for head coach role appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/10/2026, 9:43:22 PM