Sam Altman wants every American to own a piece of OpenAI
Altman's proposal could democratize AI wealth, challenging traditional investment norms and potentially reshaping public engagement in equity markets. The post Sam Altman wants every American to own a piece of OpenAI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:58:36 AM
Bitcoin spot ETFs see $296M outflow as Grayscale Mini Trust bucks the trend with $36M inflow
The contrasting ETF flows highlight a shift towards cost-effective investment options, signaling evolving investor priorities in volatile markets. The post Bitcoin spot ETFs see $296M outflow as Grayscale Mini Trust bucks the trend with $36M inflow appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:54:07 AM
Bitcoin ETFs Suffer Record $4.5 Billion Exodus in June as Demand Cools
June brought unprecedented ETF redemptions as investors withdrew US$4.5bn, while ETF Bitcoin holdings dropped below year-ago levels overall now. The post Bitcoin ETFs Suffer Record $4.5 Billion Exodus in June as Demand Cools appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 7/2/2026, 5:51:26 AM
Neo founder Bhavin Turakhia invests $30M to compete with Microsoft Office
Turakhia's investment in Neo signals a potential shift in enterprise productivity tools, emphasizing AI integration and long-term growth strategies. The post Neo founder Bhavin Turakhia invests $30M to compete with Microsoft Office appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:43:51 AM
Binance stock trading tops $1B in first month after launch
Binance Direct Stocks passed $1B in U.S. equities and nearly $3B volume in 30 days, with emerging markets driving 73% of users early on.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 5:40:41 AM
US resumes dollar transfers to Iraq after months-long suspension
The resumption of dollar transfers to Iraq stabilizes its economy, easing currency pressures and enhancing investor confidence in the region. The post US resumes dollar transfers to Iraq after months-long suspension appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:39:42 AM
Taiko reopens bridge after recovering from $1.7M exploit last month
Taiko's recovery highlights the critical need for robust security measures in cross-chain bridges to prevent future exploits and protect assets. The post Taiko reopens bridge after recovering from $1.7M exploit last month appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:38:13 AM
Belgium advances to World Cup last 16 with dramatic extra-time win over Senegal
Belgium's thrilling win boosts market confidence in their World Cup prospects, potentially altering tournament dynamics and betting odds. The post Belgium advances to World Cup last 16 with dramatic extra-time win over Senegal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 5:34:16 AM
Cloudflare opens waitlist for x402 stablecoin monetization gateway
Cloudflare opens a waitlist for Monetization Gateway, letting developers charge for APIs, web pages and AI tools via x402 stablecoins.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 5:31:32 AM
Billionaire Crypto Investor Faces $132,000 Donation Cap as UK Bill Squeezes Overseas Funding
A Thailand-based crypto billionaire’s attempt to influence Nigel Farage and Reform UK is set to be blocked by an upcoming UK legislative crackdown on political donations, despite his efforts to bypass the rules. The Kingmaker and His Deep Pockets A bid by Thailand-based crypto investor and British billionaire Christopher Harborne to maintain his...
By Terence Zimwara 7/2/2026, 5:30:23 AM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Cointelegraph 7/2/2026, 5:27:03 AM
Democratic Republic of Congo launches stock exchange with IFC backing to unlock mining and infrastructure capital
The DRC's new stock exchange could transform its economy by attracting global investment, enhancing transparency, and boosting infrastructure growth. The post Democratic Republic of Congo launches stock exchange with IFC backing to unlock mining and infrastructure capital appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:25:52 AM
FBI Director Kash Patel caught sleeping on required disclosure of six-figure MSTR investment: Report
Patel loaded up on BTC-holder MSTR shares but failed to file a timely disclosure, according to a report by nonpartisan news outlet NOTUS.
By Omkar Godbole 7/2/2026, 5:24:18 AM
Ether, solana, dogecoin in the green after Warsh comments push bitcoin above $60,000
Bitcoin climbed back above $60,000 for the first time in over a week after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh said inflation risks had come down. Solana led the majors, up about 16% on the week, while a semiconductor selloff hit Asian markets and dented the AI trade that has pulled capital from crypto all quarter.
By Shaurya Malwa 7/2/2026, 5:22:54 AM
France to strengthen response as crypto wrench attacks hit 77
French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez promised a “more ambitious” three-part plan to reinforce security measures for the crypto sector.
By Martin Young 7/2/2026, 5:22:40 AM
Amazon designs custom AI chips for Echo and Fire TV devices
Amazon's custom AI chips enhance device performance, fostering a more responsive and integrated smart home ecosystem, reducing cloud dependency. The post Amazon designs custom AI chips for Echo and Fire TV devices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:19:23 AM
Lummis Fires Back at Warren Over CLARITY Act as July Vote Nears
The post Lummis Fires Back at Warren Over CLARITY Act as July Vote Nears appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The battle over the CLARITY Act is intensifying as lawmakers continue to debate how the U.S. should regulate the crypto industry. Senator Cynthia Lummis has defended the bill after Senator Elizabeth Warren claimed it would create new...
By Debashree Patra 7/2/2026, 5:18:46 AM
Trump boasts of assassinating Iranian leaders amid 2026 Iran War tensions
Trump's comments risk further destabilizing the region, impacting market perceptions and complicating diplomatic efforts amid ongoing tensions. The post Trump boasts of assassinating Iranian leaders amid 2026 Iran War tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 5:14:25 AM
Tether freezes USDT in 131 ISIS-K-linked TRON wallets: Chainalysis
Tether froze USDT in 131 ISIS-K-linked TRON wallets after OFAC added 134 crypto addresses tied to the group, Chainalysis said July 1.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 5:14:19 AM
Ismaïla Sarr and Ismael Saibari become first Africans to score in three successive World Cup matches
Sarr and Saibari's achievements highlight Africa's rising football prowess, signaling potential for deeper World Cup runs and global impact. The post Ismaïla Sarr and Ismael Saibari become first Africans to score in three successive World Cup matches appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:13:15 AM
Top 7 token unlocks total $1.08B in October, with RAIN accounting for nearly three-quarters
The significant token unlocks in October could lead to increased market volatility and pressure on token prices if demand doesn't match supply. The post Top 7 token unlocks total $1.08B in October, with RAIN accounting for nearly three-quarters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:13:12 AM
Nvidia expands access to AI hardware with token credits for developers
Nvidia's token credits initiative democratizes AI development, potentially accelerating innovation and reshaping industry standards. The post Nvidia expands access to AI hardware with token credits for developers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:11:47 AM
Swiss National Bank assesses UBS as well capitalised amid banking challenges
UBS's strong capital position amid global banking challenges highlights the resilience of well-managed banks in absorbing major acquisitions. The post Swiss National Bank assesses UBS as well capitalised amid banking challenges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:09:09 AM
Robinhood launches crypto mainnet, expands perpetual futures offerings in EU
Robinhood's blockchain launch and EU expansion could redefine retail trading, intensifying competition with Coinbase and reshaping market dynamics. The post Robinhood launches crypto mainnet, expands perpetual futures offerings in EU appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:06:07 AM
Bank for International Settlements argues stablecoins need central bank support
Central bank support for stablecoins could reshape financial systems, impacting credit supply, monetary policy, and DeFi liquidity dynamics. The post Bank for International Settlements argues stablecoins need central bank support appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:05:26 AM
Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric face off in World Cup Round of 32, and their fan tokens are watching
The match could significantly impact fan token markets, highlighting the volatile intersection of sports performance and digital assets. The post Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric face off in World Cup Round of 32, and their fan tokens are watching appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:04:34 AM
South Korea’s K Wave Media exits Bitcoin after 10,000 BTC goal
K Wave Media sold 88 BTC to repay $6 million in debt, ending its Bitcoin treasury push after once targeting 10,000 BTC during its AI pivot.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 5:03:19 AM
Tether freezes USDT in 131 TRON wallets linked to ISIS-K
Tether's swift action highlights the growing role of stablecoin issuers in global financial compliance and anti-terrorism efforts. The post Tether freezes USDT in 131 TRON wallets linked to ISIS-K appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:58:20 AM
Trump praises Qatar’s role in ongoing US-Iran talks
Qatar's mediation in US-Iran talks could enhance diplomatic relations, potentially stabilizing regional tensions and impacting global markets. The post Trump praises Qatar’s role in ongoing US-Iran talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 4:55:56 AM
France reports 77 crypto kidnapping and extortion cases in 2026
France reports 77 crypto-linked kidnapping and extortion cases this year as officials expand security plans and arrest about 200 suspects.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 4:51:30 AM
Solana launches onchain governance with validator voting
Solana launches SGPs, letting validators move core governance proposals to stake-weighted onchain votes after clearing set stake thresholds.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 4:39:13 AM
EU chip sector faces bleak future amid US and Chinese risks
EU's chip ambitions face hurdles from US investment shifts and China's material control, risking Europe's competitive edge in semiconductor growth. The post EU chip sector faces bleak future amid US and Chinese risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:35:06 AM
US Men’s National Team considers replacements for Folarin Balogun in World Cup Round of 16
Balogun's suspension forces USMNT to adapt strategically, potentially impacting their World Cup progression and testing squad depth. The post US Men’s National Team considers replacements for Folarin Balogun in World Cup Round of 16 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:34:38 AM
OpenAI proposes US government stake in $852B company ahead of IPO
OpenAI's proposal could reshape AI governance, balancing innovation with regulatory oversight, while influencing market confidence and IPO dynamics. The post OpenAI proposes US government stake in $852B company ahead of IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 4:32:46 AM
BNB Chain Unveils AI Agent Studio With Wallets, Payments and AWS Cloud Integration
BNB Chain has launched BNB Agent Studio, a developer platform for creating AI agents with wallets, onchain identities, payments and cloud hosting from a single prompt. The tool is built with AWS infrastructure and is designed to make autonomous agents easier to deploy, own, and operate. AWS and BNB Chain Launch AI Agent Studio With […]
By Emmanuel Musa 7/2/2026, 4:30:29 AM
Cantor Sees Bitcoin Bottom Approaching After 51% Drop, Says Cycle History Points to Late October
Cantor Fitzgerald analysts say Bitcoin, down about 51% near $59,500, is nearing a cycle bottom that historical patterns place around late October, though the bank warns the timing is not precise. The post Cantor Sees Bitcoin Bottom Approaching After 51% Drop, Says Cycle History Points to Late October appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 7/2/2026, 4:30:20 AM
Sriram Krishnan highlights Anthropic’s Mythos as a double-edged sword for cybersecurity
The dual-use nature of AI like Mythos poses significant challenges for cybersecurity, balancing innovation with potential exploitation risks. The post Sriram Krishnan highlights Anthropic’s Mythos as a double-edged sword for cybersecurity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:27:03 AM
Paribu adds DeFi, Polymarket and stock waitlist to its app
Paribu adds DeFi, Hyperliquid perps, Polymarket markets and stock data as it readies U.S. and Turkish equity trading in one app for traders.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 4:26:59 AM
US resumes dollar air shipments to Iraq after brief suspension tied to Iran tensions
The resumption highlights the US's strategic use of economic leverage, impacting Iraq's financial stability and regional geopolitical dynamics. The post US resumes dollar air shipments to Iraq after brief suspension tied to Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:25:48 AM
US job growth likely cools in June after strong gains
A slowdown in job growth could influence Federal Reserve rate decisions, impacting market dynamics and economic stability amid AI job cuts. The post US job growth likely cools in June after strong gains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:25:32 AM
Binance to support Injective mainnet upgrade tomorrow with temporary deposit halt
The Injective mainnet upgrade may enhance DeFi competitiveness and attract institutional interest, potentially boosting INJ token demand. The post Binance to support Injective mainnet upgrade tomorrow with temporary deposit halt appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:20:56 AM
Russia launches massive missile and drone assault on Ukraine, rattling geopolitical risk calculus for crypto markets
The escalation heightens crypto market volatility, influencing investor sentiment and regulatory scrutiny amid geopolitical and energy concerns. The post Russia launches massive missile and drone assault on Ukraine, rattling geopolitical risk calculus for crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:16:08 AM
Russia launches massive missile assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure
The escalation in missile attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure heightens regional instability and raises the risk of NATO-Russia tensions. The post Russia launches massive missile assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 4:14:32 AM
Ripple and Stellar outlook: XRP and XLM build on recovery as traders turn cautiously bullish
Ripple (XRP) and Stellar (XLM) extend recovery on Thursday as improving market sentiment supports a rebound. XRP trades above $1.05 while XLM climbs past $0.199.
By N/A 7/2/2026, 4:14:04 AM
Standard Chartered Predicts Morpho Could Hit $60 by 2030, Outpacing Bitcoin and Ether
Standard Chartered began coverage of Morpho with a bullish call, projecting the DeFi lending token climbs to $60 by 2030 from about $3.50 this year, a path it says would outpace Bitcoin and Ether. The post Standard Chartered Predicts Morpho Could Hit $60 by 2030, Outpacing Bitcoin and Ether appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 7/2/2026, 4:13:08 AM
NVIDIA (NVDA) Teams Up With AI Clouds to Scale Token Factories
NVIDIA partners with AI clouds to deploy large-scale AI factories, leveraging a new revenue-sharing model to meet soaring compute demand. (Read More)
By N/A 7/2/2026, 4:10:03 AM
OpenAI to hand over 5% stake to US government, Financial Times reports
OpenAI's potential equity donation to a Public Wealth Fund could set a precedent for tech firms, influencing future wealth distribution policies. The post OpenAI to hand over 5% stake to US government, Financial Times reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:09:21 AM
World Cup 2026 meets crypto: Kraken partnership and fan token surges mark July 2 knockout round
The integration of crypto in sports, highlighted by Kraken's World Cup sponsorship, signals a growing fusion of digital assets and global events. The post World Cup 2026 meets crypto: Kraken partnership and fan token surges mark July 2 knockout round appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:04:12 AM
Japan 10-year bond sale draws weaker demand than average
Weaker demand for Japan's bonds may shift global capital flows, impacting carry trades and increasing the appeal of yen-denominated assets. The post Japan 10-year bond sale draws weaker demand than average appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 4:03:50 AM
Robinhood Goes On-Chain: Brokerage Launches Its Own Ethereum Layer-2 Network
Robinhood unveiled its Ethereum layer-2 blockchain, adding tokenised stocks, AI-enabled trading, DeFi lending features and expanding services globally today. The post Robinhood Goes On-Chain: Brokerage Launches Its Own Ethereum Layer-2 Network appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 7/2/2026, 3:56:54 AM