Bitcoin Flash Crash: Price Slides Below $77K, Triggering $657 Million in Crypto Liquidations
Bitcoin fell below $77,000 on Monday, extending a four-day losing streak, triggering $657 million in total liquidations across crypto markets in 24 hours, with long positions bearing the brunt of the pain. BTC Flash Crash Wipes $584 Million in Longs Bitcoin’s latest decline pushed the asset below the $77,000 mark for the fourth consecutive day […]
By Shiraz Jagati 5/18/2026, 7:30:19 AM
China’s economy loses momentum as industrial output and retail sales decline in April
China's economic slowdown could hinder global supply chains and dampen international markets, affecting worldwide economic stability. The post China’s economy loses momentum as industrial output and retail sales decline in April appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 7:21:49 AM
EU moves to block Chinese medical device suppliers from public contracts worth over $5.6M
The EU's move may escalate trade tensions, prompting diversification in procurement and setting a precedent for future trade policy actions. The post EU moves to block Chinese medical device suppliers from public contracts worth over $5.6M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 7:21:34 AM
Iran eyes Bitcoin linked insurance model for Strait of Hormuz shipping: report
Iran has reportedly explored an insurance-based system for ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, while unverified claims about Bitcoin-linked payments have added fresh uncertainty around how the wartime transit regime could operate. According to Iran’s state-linked Fars News Agency, the…
By Rony Roy 5/18/2026, 7:18:23 AM
Top 10 Cryptos to Invest in May 2026
Crypto assets are reshaping how we interact with money, unlocking access to global markets, enabling long-term wealth creation, and introducing financial systems that extend beyond traditional banking. For newcomers, however, the rapid pace of innovation and unfamiliar terminology can make the space feel difficult to navigate at first. This guide...
By N/A 5/18/2026, 7:16:30 AM
Retail Bitcoin Activity Falls to Record Low
The post Retail Bitcoin Activity Falls to Record Low appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News New on-chain data shows retail Bitcoin participation has dropped to historic lows, with Binance receiving an average of just 314 BTC monthly from wallets holding under 1 BTC. Analysts note retail inflows previously reached 5,400 BTC in 2018, 2,600 BTC in...
By Qadir AK 5/18/2026, 7:14:25 AM
Crypto security is turning into an AI arms race as agents may overwhelm compliance teams
AI agents and automated payments could reach a scale that crypto monitoring systems built for human-paced markets cannot handle, Elliptic CEO Simone Maini warned.
By Krisztian Sandor 5/18/2026, 7:13:08 AM
Iran Introduces Bitcoin-Powered Shipping Platform
The post Iran Introduces Bitcoin-Powered Shipping Platform appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Iran has launched Hormuz Safe, a state-backed maritime insurance platform accepting cryptocurrency payments, including Bitcoin. Officials say the system is designed to reduce reliance on SWIFT and Western financial intermediaries while supporting...
By Qadir AK 5/18/2026, 7:10:53 AM
Verus Ethereum bridge drained of $11.5M in forged transfer exploit
The Verus Protocol Ethereum bridge has suffered an exploit that has allowed an attacker to siphon off more than $11.5 million in crypto assets through what security researchers described as a forged cross-chain transfer message. According to onchain security platform…
By Rony Roy 5/18/2026, 7:07:30 AM
SpaceX eyes $2T IPO, holds $637M in Bitcoin
SpaceX's potential $2T IPO and Bitcoin holdings could reshape market dynamics, highlighting the growing intersection of tech and finance. The post SpaceX eyes $2T IPO, holds $637M in Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/18/2026, 7:06:40 AM
Aave restores ether borrowing limits after $230 million exploit
The DeFi lending protocol reversed restrictions imposed after April’s $292 million exploit, restoring borrowing capacity across six networks as contagion fears ease.
By Sam Reynolds 5/18/2026, 7:05:20 AM
Surging oil prices have been driving Ether selling pressure: Tom Lee
Fundstrat's Tom Lee pointed out an inverse correlation between crude and Ether as oil surged back to around $110 on Monday.
By Martin Young 5/18/2026, 7:02:06 AM
General Motors To Pay $12,750,000 in Penalties for Allegedly Selling Contact Info, Names, Geolocation and Behavior Data of Drivers to Insurance Firms and Data Brokers
Giant automaker General Motors (GM) has reached a multi-million dollar deal in California to settle allegations of unlawful sale of data belonging to drivers. According to the California Attorney General Rob Bonta, GM will pay $12.75 million in civil penalties to settle accusations of having collected and kept data belonging to hundreds of...
By Mark Emem 5/18/2026, 7:01:57 AM
Billionaire Bill Gates Dumps $2,228,403,000 in Microsoft and Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway
Bill Gates is unloading billions of dollars in shares of the company he co-founded, Microsoft (MSFT), while reducing a significant portion of his stake in Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-B). The 13F filing of the Gates Foundation Trust shows that Gates sold 1,500,000 MSFT shares, valued at $1.04 billion, in Q4 of 2025. The move […] The...
By Henry Kanapi 5/18/2026, 7:00:43 AM
Ethereum Price Tumbles Hard, Bears Tighten Grip On Market Momentum
Ethereum price started a fresh decline and traded below $2,050. ETH is now consolidating below $2,150 and might struggle to recover. Ethereum started a downside extension below the $2,150 zone. The price is trading below $2,150 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a connecting trend line forming with support at $2,050 on the hourly...
By Aayush Jindal 5/18/2026, 6:58:56 AM
Zcash (ZEC) Price Surges as Selective Momentum Builds—Is a Break Above $600 Imminent?
The post Zcash (ZEC) Price Surges as Selective Momentum Builds—Is a Break Above $600 Imminent? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Zcash (ZEC) has emerged as one of the strongest-performing cryptocurrencies over the past 24 hours, defying the broader market weakness. The selective momentum continues to flow into various altcoins as the...
By Sahana Vibhute 5/18/2026, 6:58:45 AM
US-Israeli war with Iran costs global companies $25B as shipping and energy chaos spreads
Global economic growth may slow, inflation could rise, and investor confidence might waver due to heightened energy and shipping instability. The post US-Israeli war with Iran costs global companies $25B as shipping and energy chaos spreads appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 6:58:39 AM
Standard Chartered appoints Manus Costello as permanent CFO
Costello's appointment as CFO could influence Standard Chartered's strategic focus on digital assets, impacting future capital allocation decisions. The post Standard Chartered appoints Manus Costello as permanent CFO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 6:57:31 AM
Oil touches two-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear plant
The attack highlights vulnerabilities in Gulf energy infrastructure, potentially increasing geopolitical tensions and impacting global oil markets. The post Oil touches two-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear plant appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 6:56:48 AM
Why Japan and South Korea Are Going Big on XRP?
The post Why Japan and South Korea Are Going Big on XRP? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XRP’s strong popularity in Japan and South Korea is tied to something much bigger than crypto hype. According to Fiona Murray, Ripple APAC VP, decades of ultra-low interest rates pushed retail investors across Asia to search for alternative assets...
By Debashree Patra 5/18/2026, 6:56:27 AM
Bitcoin Depot, North America's largest bitcoin ATM operator, files for bankruptcy
Bitcoin Depot, the largest bitcoin ATM operator in North America and publicly listed on Nasdaq, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
By Omkar Godbole 5/18/2026, 6:55:50 AM
Reports suggest Iran is mulling Hormuz ‘insurance’ scheme, paid in Bitcoin
Screenshots of a website called “Hormuz Safe” have been circulating on social media, which offers “digital insurance” for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
By Brayden Lindrea 5/18/2026, 6:53:38 AM
Iran may be turning the Strait of Hormuz into a bitcoin-based insurance market, local reports say
State-linked Fars News reported that Iran’s economy ministry has been working on a plan to manage shipping through the Strait with payments in bitcoin.
By Shaurya Malwa 5/18/2026, 6:47:37 AM
Pi Network’s PI Plunges to New 3-Month Low Despite Hype Around ‘Game-Changing’ Update
PI is among the poorest performers once again on a daily scale.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/18/2026, 6:46:26 AM
Iran Launches Bitcoin Payment Platform For Strait Of Hormuz Insurance
Iran has launched a new maritime insurance platform for cargo moving through the Strait of Hormuz, with payments settled in Bitcoin, according to a report from Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency. The project places Bitcoin inside one of the world’s most politically sensitive shipping corridors, where energy flows, sanctions pressure and...
By Jake Simmons 5/18/2026, 6:45:08 AM
Wes Streeting challenges Keir Starmer for Labour leadership amid party tensions
Streeting's challenge could intensify Labour's internal strife, potentially reshaping its leadership and policy direction by 2026. The post Wes Streeting challenges Keir Starmer for Labour leadership amid party tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/18/2026, 6:41:32 AM
Solana Trader Exits After Two Years With $1.05M Loss
The post Solana Trader Exits After Two Years With $1.05M Loss appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News On-chain analysts report that a Solana trader tied to wallet “GyBRmk” sold 21,911 SOL for about $1.85 million after holding the tokens for more than two years. Data shows the investor originally accumulated 20,200 SOL at an average price near...
By Qadir AK 5/18/2026, 6:39:52 AM
NYDIG warns Senate crypto bill could stall after midterms
The U.S. Senate’s crypto market structure bill has entered a narrow legislative window that could close by August if lawmakers fail to move the measure before the midterm election cycle intensifies, according to research firm NYDIG. In a market note…
By Rony Roy 5/18/2026, 6:37:12 AM
Elon Musk and Sam Altman face off in OpenAI lawsuit trial
The trial's outcome could redefine nonprofit commitments in tech, impacting AI industry structures and investor confidence in mission-driven ventures. The post Elon Musk and Sam Altman face off in OpenAI lawsuit trial appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 6:34:12 AM
Upbit adds OriginTrail TRAC for trading in KRW, BTC, USDT markets starting May 18
Upbit's TRAC listing enhances global trading efficiency, potentially boosting liquidity and investor interest in decentralized data solutions. The post Upbit adds OriginTrail TRAC for trading in KRW, BTC, USDT markets starting May 18 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 6:33:16 AM
Tom Lee Reveals Why Ethereum Price Is Down
The post Tom Lee Reveals Why Ethereum Price Is Down appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, has erased all its May gains after falling nearly 10% over the past week. But according to Bitmine Chairman Thomas Lee, the biggest reason behind Ethereum price decline may not actually be crypto-related at all....
By Qadir AK 5/18/2026, 6:32:22 AM
China commits to $17B in US agricultural purchases from 2026 to 2028
The deal could stabilize US agricultural markets, reduce trade tensions, and enhance economic ties, but execution risks remain significant. The post China commits to $17B in US agricultural purchases from 2026 to 2028 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 6:31:17 AM
Gaming Platform My Pet Hooligan Connects Token Debut to Series Finale
AMGI Studios recently announced the launch of its native token, HOOLI, for the My Pet Hooligan entertainment franchise, featuring an airdrop on May 18. Token Utility and Ecosystem Integration Transmedia entertainment franchise My Pet Hooligan recently announced plans to launch its native token, HOOLI, tying the debut to the 30th episode and finale...
By Terence Zimwara 5/18/2026, 6:30:15 AM
AFX Launches Sovereign Layer 1, Providing an Optimized Execution Environment for On-chain Perp DEXes
AFX Launches Sovereign Layer 1, Providing an Optimized Execution Environment for On-chain Perp DEXes
By Chainwire 5/18/2026, 6:29:51 AM
Bitcoin Price Extends Decline, Downside Pressure Builds Aggressively
Bitcoin price started a fresh decline below the $78,500 zone. BTC is consolidating and might struggle to stay above the $76,500 support. Bitcoin failed to stay above $78,500 and extended losses. The price is trading below $78,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $77,700 on the...
By Aayush Jindal 5/18/2026, 6:27:52 AM
$660M Liquidated as Bitcoin Crashes on Trump-Iran Escalation Fears
90% of the liquidations took place within an hour or so when BTC dumped to well below $77,000.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/18/2026, 6:15:22 AM
Iran conflict costs global firms $25B, impacts oil market stability
The Iran conflict exacerbates global economic instability, heightening energy market volatility and threatening future oil price surges. The post Iran conflict costs global firms $25B, impacts oil market stability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/18/2026, 6:12:54 AM
Hyperliquid ETF Buzz Fuels Rally: Can HYPE Price Hit $60 Next?
The post Hyperliquid ETF Buzz Fuels Rally: Can HYPE Price Hit $60 Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Hyperliquid (HYPE) is back in the spotlight as ETF momentum and renewed buying pressure fuel speculation of another breakout move. After reclaiming strength above key support levels, the token is once again attracting trader attention,...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 5/18/2026, 6:09:34 AM
Crypto bridge Garden Finance suffers $11M hack via compromised solver
The Garden Finance hack underscores the fragility of crypto bridges, highlighting systemic risks in centralized key management and trust models. The post Crypto bridge Garden Finance suffers $11M hack via compromised solver appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 6:07:49 AM
NextEra Energy discusses $76 per share offer for Dominion Energy
The merger could reshape the energy landscape, blending stable utility operations with renewable growth, but faces regulatory and market hurdles. The post NextEra Energy discusses $76 per share offer for Dominion Energy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 6:07:18 AM
Verus Bridge Exploit Drains $11.58M From Ethereum Reserves
The post Verus Bridge Exploit Drains $11.58M From Ethereum Reserves appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Blockaid warned that attackers exploited a validation gap in the Verus-Ethereum Bridge, draining roughly $11.58 million in ETH, tBTC, and USDC. Investigators said the bridge correctly verified notarized state roots and Merkle proofs but...
By Qadir AK 5/18/2026, 6:05:31 AM
End of the Crypto ATM Era? Bitcoin Depot Files for Bankruptcy
The largest Bitcoin ATM operator in the US has collapsed under regulatory pressure, taking its 9,000-machine network offline. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 5/18/2026, 6:00:00 AM
Aave restores WETH borrowing as Kelp DAO recovery moves ahead
Aave has restored borrowing against wrapped Ether across affected markets as the decentralized lending protocol continues recovering from the fallout tied to Kelp DAO’s April exploit. In a post published Sunday, Stani Kulechov said Aave had reinstated loan-to-value ratios for…
By Rony Roy 5/18/2026, 5:53:00 AM
These 4 Factors Could Move Bitcoin and Crypto This Week
A busy week lies ahead on the US economic calendar, with Fed speeches, labor market data, and Nvidia earnings, while spot markets give up recent gains.
By Martin Young 5/18/2026, 5:48:47 AM
Crypto traders betting on a rally lose $563 million in liquidations. Ether and bitcoin suffer the most
Ether and bitcoin led liquidations, as their prices dropped on macroeconomic concerns.
By Omkar Godbole 5/18/2026, 5:47:13 AM
Japan Brokerages Build Crypto Funds as 2028 Reform Nears
Japan's SBI Securities and Rakuten Securities are preparing in-house crypto investment trusts as regulators move toward allowing bitcoin and ether funds for retail brokerage accounts. The post Japan Brokerages Build Crypto Funds as 2028 Reform Nears appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 5/18/2026, 5:45:20 AM
Donald Trump’s Iran war costs Americans $40B in fuel bills
Rising fuel costs from military actions strain American households, highlighting the economic vulnerability tied to geopolitical conflicts. The post Donald Trump’s Iran war costs Americans $40B in fuel bills appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 5:44:08 AM
Hyperliquid Price Defies Market Weakness—Will HYPE Rally Toward $50 Next?
The post Hyperliquid Price Defies Market Weakness—Will HYPE Rally Toward $50 Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News While the broader crypto market remains under heavy selling pressure, Hyperliquid continues to display notable strength, sustaining its bullish momentum despite weakness across major assets. The optimism surrounding...
By Sahana Vibhute 5/18/2026, 5:43:20 AM
Absa weighs joining yuan payments platform to boost China-Africa trade
Absa's potential move to join the yuan payments platform could reduce Africa's dollar dependency, lowering transaction costs and currency risks. The post Absa weighs joining yuan payments platform to boost China-Africa trade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 5:42:40 AM
Meme Coins Price Prediction: Dogecoin, Shiba Inu and Pepe sell-off deepens as bearish momentum accelerates
Meme coins continue to trade under pressure at the start of the week as the broader crypto market struggles, with Bitcoin (BTC) slipping below $77,000 on Monday.
By N/A 5/18/2026, 5:41:57 AM