Standard Chartered Sees $4T in Tokenized Assets Moving On-Chain by 2028
Standard Chartered expects DeFi protocols to gain importance as $4 trillion in tokenized assets move on-chain. The bank says stablecoins and real-world assets could expand protocol activity through deposits, lending, and capital efficiency. Tokenized Assets Put DeFi Protocols in Focus Standard Chartered Bank forecast in a report published on May...
By Kevin Helms 5/19/2026, 1:30:58 AM
Zerohash secures first EMI license under MiCA for stablecoin services across Europe
Zerohash's EMI license under MiCA could centralize stablecoin services in Europe, enhancing regulatory compliance and market stability. The post Zerohash secures first EMI license under MiCA for stablecoin services across Europe appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 1:29:13 AM
IAEA confirms power restored to Barakah Unit 3 after drone strike hits UAE nuclear plant
The drone strike on Barakah highlights vulnerabilities in nuclear security, potentially escalating regional tensions and prompting defense reviews. The post IAEA confirms power restored to Barakah Unit 3 after drone strike hits UAE nuclear plant appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 1:05:23 AM
Elon Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman over claims of unjust enrichment
The verdict clears OpenAI's path for growth, leaving unresolved debates on its mission shift and reinforcing procedural diligence in legal claims. The post Elon Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman over claims of unjust enrichment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 1:03:55 AM
Trump postpones planned military attack on Iran scheduled for tomorrow
The postponement opens a brief diplomatic window, but uncertainty looms, potentially impacting global markets and geopolitical stability. The post Trump postpones planned military attack on Iran scheduled for tomorrow appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 1:03:54 AM
Meta Platforms to lay off 8,000 employees this week
Meta's workforce reduction and AI shift may boost efficiency but risk regulatory challenges if AI content moderation fails. The post Meta Platforms to lay off 8,000 employees this week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 12:37:37 AM
US extends Russian oil sanctions waiver in bid to tame fuel prices
The waiver's extension aims to stabilize energy markets, impacting inflation and monetary policy, while balancing geopolitical tensions. The post US extends Russian oil sanctions waiver in bid to tame fuel prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 12:37:24 AM
Nine Polymarket Accounts Flagged After 98% Win Rate on Iran Strikes
Nine linked Polymarket accounts earned over $2.4 million with an unprecedented 98% win rate by betting on the exact timing of U.S. military operations in Iran. The Rise of Geopolitical Betting Nine linked accounts on the prediction platform Polymarket earned more than $2.4 million by wagering almost exclusively on the timing of U.S. military...
By Terence Zimwara 5/19/2026, 12:30:29 AM
Bitcoin Supply Shock? Binance Flags 500,000 BTC Leaving Exchange
Binance Research said a cluster of Bitcoin on-chain indicators is pointing toward tighter available supply and reduced sell pressure, with exchange balances falling to a six-year low as roughly 500,000 BTC have left trading venues since the COVID-era peak. In a May 17 thread, the research arm of Binance argued that four metrics now point in the...
By Jake Simmons 5/19/2026, 12:30:12 AM
Binance Inflow Data Explains The Mechanics Behind Ethereum Weakness – Details
Ethereum has lost the $2,150 level as selling pressure reasserts itself, and the market faces a wave of uncertainty that has erased weeks of cautious recovery. The decline has a specific origin that CryptoQuant data has now made visible — and understanding it changes how the current weakness should be interpreted and what it might […]
By Sebastian Villafuerte 5/19/2026, 12:30:12 AM
Bitwise to allocate 10% of BHYP ETF fees to HYPE treasury
Bitwise stated that it will allocate 10% of management fees from its newly launched Bitwise Hyperliquid ETF (BHYP) toward purchasing and holding the HYPE token on its balance sheet.
By N/A 5/19/2026, 12:21:54 AM
Ethereum (ETH), Shiba Inu (SHIB), Bitcoin (BTC), XRP and Hyperliquid (HYPE) Price Analysis for May 19th: Volatility Is Back on Menu
The surge of volatility on the market was expected, but the rising intensity of the selling pressure is the last thing this market needed.
By Arman Shirinyan 5/19/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Galaxy Digital wins New York BitLicense
Galaxy Digital secured a BitLicense from New York on May 18 to offer regulated crypto services to institutions. Galaxy Digital announced on May 18 that the New York State Department of Financial Services granted its subsidiary GalaxyOne Prime NY both…
By Peace Longe 5/19/2026, 12:00:00 AM
SEC to Propose Innovation Exemptions for Tokenized Stocks
The recent report suggests that the U.S Securities and Exchange Commission is expected to introduce exemptions for new…
By Rajpalsinh Parmar 5/18/2026, 11:46:46 PM
Iran escalates military action amid US conflict, peace prospects dim
The escalation risks destabilizing regional security and economic stability, with diminished prospects for diplomatic resolutions or peace deals. The post Iran escalates military action amid US conflict, peace prospects dim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/18/2026, 11:44:44 PM
Retail Bitcoin investor demand falls by 73% as futures selling tops $2B: Are the bears back?
Bitcoin retail inflows to Binance remained at record lows as aggressive BTC futures selling and weakening spot demand pressured BTC below $77,000.
By Biraajmaan Tamuly 5/18/2026, 11:40:51 PM
Trump secures major trade and investment deals during China trip
The deals could boost US exports and strengthen economic ties, but past unmet commitments suggest cautious optimism is warranted. The post Trump secures major trade and investment deals during China trip appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 11:40:31 PM
US rejects latest Iranian peace proposal ahead of situation room meeting
The rejection of Iran's proposal may heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global oil markets and complicating diplomatic resolutions. The post US rejects latest Iranian peace proposal ahead of situation room meeting appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 11:39:20 PM
Report: Tokenized US Stocks Get New Regulatory Framework as SEC Prepares Exemption Release
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is expected to release an innovation exemption for tokenized stocks as soon as this week, according to people familiar with the matter speaking with Bloomberg. SEC Innovation Exemption Signals Major Shift for Onchain U.S. Equity Trading in 2026 The exemption creates a new framework for trading...
By Jamie Redman 5/18/2026, 11:30:28 PM
Revolut launches first physical crypto card
Revolut launched its first physical crypto card on May 18, a Dogecoin-themed LED card for the UK and EEA. Revolut announced on May 18 that it is launching its first physical crypto card, a Dogecoin-themed debit card with an LED…
By Peace Longe 5/18/2026, 11:20:00 PM
US reportedly agrees to ease sanctions on Iran amid mediation efforts
Easing sanctions on Iran could stabilize oil markets, reduce inflationary pressures, and improve global economic and geopolitical sentiment. The post US reportedly agrees to ease sanctions on Iran amid mediation efforts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 11:14:12 PM
Citi strikes €15B partnership with BlackRock for private lending across Europe and Middle East
This partnership highlights the growing trend of banks leveraging private credit firms to manage risk, potentially reshaping lending dynamics. The post Citi strikes €15B partnership with BlackRock for private lending across Europe and Middle East appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 11:13:45 PM
Bitcoin Bull Market Confirmation Will Be Completed Once This Level Is Reclaimed, Analyst
Bitcoin’s latest rebound has reached an important point on the 2-week chart, where analyst Crypflow says the next bull market confirmation will begin to take shape. His analysis focuses on the 21 WMA and 21 SMA ribbon, a moving-average structure that has repeatedly separated Bitcoin’s major bull and bear phases across past cycles. The Bitcoin […]
By Scott Matherson 5/18/2026, 11:00:46 PM
Ethereum Whales Flood Binance With 225,000 ETH In Largest Inflow Since 2022
Ethereum has lost the $2,150 level as selling pressure and market uncertainty combine to erase the recovery that had been building since the February lows. The decline is not gradual — it has the character of a market meeting supply that was positioned and waiting. CryptoOnchain data has identified the origin of that supply, and the picture it...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 5/18/2026, 11:00:23 PM
Bitcoin and Hyperliquid hit new all-time highs amid market rally
Bitcoin's surge highlights renewed market confidence, potentially influencing future investment strategies and regulatory considerations. The post Bitcoin and Hyperliquid hit new all-time highs amid market rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/18/2026, 10:56:27 PM
Odds against rate cuts high as new US Fed chair set for swearing in
Many experts voiced concerns that the confirmation of Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair would lead to uncertainty about the central bank’s independence, particularly in setting interest rates.
By Turner Wright 5/18/2026, 10:49:27 PM
Dell secures 5,000 clients for AI servers powered by Nvidia
Dell's AI server growth highlights a shift towards integrated AI solutions, but faces risks of commoditization and market saturation challenges. The post Dell secures 5,000 clients for AI servers powered by Nvidia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 10:46:08 PM
Solana surpasses all L1 and L2 chains in tokenized stock trading volume for 50th week
Solana's dominance in tokenized stocks highlights potential risks of market concentration and regulatory challenges impacting future stability. The post Solana surpasses all L1 and L2 chains in tokenized stock trading volume for 50th week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 10:44:10 PM
Mike Novogratz’s Galaxy Lands Bitlicense to Serve New York Hedge Funds and RIAs
Galaxy Digital secured a Bitlicense and Money Transmission License from the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) on May 18, allowing the company to offer regulated digital asset services to institutions across New York State. Galaxy Scores New York’s Bitlicense Galaxyone Prime NY, the Galaxy entity designated to serve New York...
By Jamie Redman 5/18/2026, 10:40:19 PM
HYPE Jumps On Bitwise’s Hyperliquid ETF Move—Galaxy Secures BitLicense In NY
The entire crypto market opened the week on a turbulent note, with Bitcoin (BTC) giving back about 6% over the past seven days. Even with the broader market’s pullback, Hyperliquid’s native token, HYPE, stood out from the competition. HYPE Jumps On Bitwise’s 10% Fee-To-Token Plan One of the key drivers behind the altcoin’s Monday strength […]
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/18/2026, 10:31:27 PM
China faces economic instability amid local government debt crisis
China's local government debt crisis threatens economic stability, potentially leading to infrastructure collapse and increased public unrest. The post China faces economic instability amid local government debt crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/18/2026, 10:29:49 PM
Galaxy secures New York BitLicense to expand institutional crypto services
The NYDFS approvals allow GalaxyOne Prime NY to offer trading and financing services to institutional investors in one of the most tightly regulated US crypto markets.
By Sam Bourgi 5/18/2026, 10:20:31 PM
SEC to propose tokenized stock framework as Wall Street efforts deepen: Bloomberg
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is reportedly poised to release a major crypto proposal as it seeks to institute its digital assets agenda.
By Krisztian Sandor 5/18/2026, 10:20:27 PM
US official denies Iranian claim of lifted oil sanctions amid talks
The swift US denial underscores ongoing geopolitical tensions and highlights the fragile nature of oil markets sensitive to policy shifts. The post US official denies Iranian claim of lifted oil sanctions amid talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 10:17:49 PM
Iran’s Kharg Island oil terminal goes dark for 10 days as tanker loadings collapse
Iran's oil export disruption highlights geopolitical tensions, impacting global oil markets and straining China's energy supply chain. The post Iran’s Kharg Island oil terminal goes dark for 10 days as tanker loadings collapse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 10:17:47 PM
Bitcoin Dip-Buy Signal Emerges as Retail Fear Overtakes Optimism
BTC’s slide toward $76,000 pushed bitcoin sentiment into bearish territory, according to Santiment. The firm said retail pessimism hit its weakest level in nearly four weeks, a setup it views as supportive for a potential rebound. Bitcoin Sentiment Ratio Turns Bearish After BTC Slide Bitcoin traded near $77,000 around 5:36 p.m. after briefly...
By Kevin Helms 5/18/2026, 10:05:51 PM
Trump confirms no vessels passing through Hormuz blockade amid US-Iran tensions
The ongoing blockade exacerbates geopolitical tensions, impacting global oil transit and market stability, with uncertain diplomatic outcomes. The post Trump confirms no vessels passing through Hormuz blockade amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/18/2026, 10:02:22 PM
Bitwise HYPE ETF pledges 10% fees to HYPE buys
Bitwise will devote 10% of its HYPE ETF management fee to buying HYPE on its balance sheet. Bitwise Asset Management announced that it will devote 10% of the management fee from its Bitwise Hyperliquid ETF (NYSE: BHYP) to holding HYPE…
By Peace Longe 5/18/2026, 10:00:00 PM
Tom Lee Links Ethereum Weakness to Rising Oil Prices
Despite near-term weakness, Lee still sees tokenization and AI-related infrastructure as long-term drivers for ETH.
By Wayne Jones 5/18/2026, 9:48:11 PM
Bitcoin lost its hold on $80K, but three events may send it back sooner than markets expect
Bitcoin positions itself for a rally above $80,000 after Strategy's $2 billion BTC buy, crumbling investor confidence in the US Treasury and a potential US-Iran deal.
By Marcel Pechman 5/18/2026, 9:47:48 PM
Trump announces new US-China agreements on Boeing jets and agriculture
The agreements aim to stabilize US-China trade relations, offering potential relief for US agriculture and signaling demand recovery for Boeing. The post Trump announces new US-China agreements on Boeing jets and agriculture appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 9:47:01 PM
xAI reportedly failed to pay employees $420 for tax returns used in Grok training
xAI's data practices could undermine trust, posing significant risks to its reputation and investor confidence, especially in public sectors. The post xAI reportedly failed to pay employees $420 for tax returns used in Grok training appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 9:46:43 PM
MIT students build a device that lets Claude AI control your hand with electric pulses
AI-driven physical control of human actions raises ethical and regulatory challenges, necessitating new frameworks for safety and oversight. The post MIT students build a device that lets Claude AI control your hand with electric pulses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/18/2026, 9:45:36 PM
Shiba Inu sees 3b SHIB flood exchanges
Shiba Inu saw billions of SHIB hit exchanges on May 18 as crypto market liquidations accelerated. On-chain exchange flow data tracked by CoinGlass shows SHIB open interest at $61.2 million on May 18, with $42,485 in futures positions liquidated in…
By Peace Longe 5/18/2026, 9:45:00 PM
Curious About What The CLARITY Act Says About XRP? Here Are The Parts To Focus ON
With the US Digital Asset CLARITY Act inching closer to becoming law, many investors and supporters are eager to know how it could shake things up for XRP. A crypto analyst has broken down the specific sections of the bill that could directly impact XRP, Ripple, and its stablecoin RLUSD. These key parts touch on XRP’s status as a commodity, its...
By Scott Matherson 5/18/2026, 9:30:49 PM
Ethereum Institutional Adoption Expands: ETH Held In Corporate Reserves Climbs To New Landmark
Ethereum’s sideways price action has continued, but demand for the leading altcoin on the institutional level has not yet cooled down. During this persistent price action, institutions across the sector have been quietly increasing their exposure to ETH, buying more of the altcoin. Corporate Demand Pushes Ethereum Reserves Higher A recent report...
By Godspower Owie 5/18/2026, 9:30:27 PM
Bitcoin Miner Revenue Drops 9.44% Following Network Difficulty Jump
After approaching $40 per petahash per second (PH/s) in hashprice terms, bitcoin’s latest price decline triggered a pullback in hashprice, reducing mining profitability since May 14. Conditions tightened further the next day when the difficulty adjustment arrived, pushing mining difficulty 3.12% higher than the previous epoch. Bitcoin Petahash...
By Jamie Redman 5/18/2026, 9:30:02 PM
HBAR-Powered AI Startup Gets Handpicked By Google
AI builders just gained access to a full-fledged toolkit from Google, all thanks to HBAR Network. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 5/18/2026, 9:29:00 PM
Soluna revenue jumps 58% as hosting business offsets weaker Bitcoin mining
Hosting revenue outpaced mining as new capacity came online, highlighting Soluna’s shift toward data centers for AI and high-performance computing.
By Sam Bourgi 5/18/2026, 9:28:02 PM
Georgia primary to test crypto PAC’s support for Democratic candidate
A political action committee aligned with crypto interest groups reported spending more than $4 million in support of Democratic US House candidate Jasmine Clark in Georgia.
By Turner Wright 5/18/2026, 9:20:00 PM