Stablecoins retain the edge over tokenized money market funds, JPMorgan says
The bank said tokenized money market funds account for only about 5% of the broader stablecoin universe despite offering yield.
By Will Canny 5/21/2026, 12:49:17 PM
The Sandbox COO’s wife targeted in failed kidnapping attempt in France
The rise in targeted attacks on crypto-linked families in France highlights urgent security challenges and potential talent migration risks. The post The Sandbox COO’s wife targeted in failed kidnapping attempt in France appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:44:12 PM
US national debt hits $39T, rising $5B daily since October
Rising US debt and interest costs threaten economic stability, prompting increased interest in hard assets like Bitcoin and gold as hedges. The post US national debt hits $39T, rising $5B daily since October appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:40:27 PM
6 Most Reliable Crypto Wallets With WalletConnect Integration in 2026
Six crypto wallets with reliable WalletConnect integration in 2026: IronWallet, Trust Wallet, MetaMask, Phantom, SafePal, Zerion. Multi-chain, mobile-first, secure.
By Crypto Daily 5/21/2026, 12:40:17 PM
Anthropic-backed enterprise venture taps Fractional AI as operational core
The venture's integration of AI into PE portfolios could redefine enterprise AI deployment, emphasizing scale and operational efficiency over innovation. The post Anthropic-backed enterprise venture taps Fractional AI as operational core appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:38:21 PM
Nvidia posts record revenue of $81.6B, shares fall 1.6% in after-hours trading
Nvidia's record revenue highlights the challenge of sustaining growth amid rising competition and evolving investor expectations in AI markets. The post Nvidia posts record revenue of $81.6B, shares fall 1.6% in after-hours trading appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:37:39 PM
Bankless co-founder sells last of his ETH as media outlet enters second era
Hoffman's ETH sale and Bankless' transition may signal shifting dynamics in crypto media influence and Ethereum's market perception. The post Bankless co-founder sells last of his ETH as media outlet enters second era appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/21/2026, 12:35:17 PM
XRP Ledger Adds 500,000 Payments in 24 Hours
XRP saw a substantial uptick in network activity that might become the foundation for a proper recovery.
By Arman Shirinyan 5/21/2026, 12:33:00 PM
Oil prices fall over 6% as Trump says Iran deal negotiations near completion
The potential de-escalation in US-Iran tensions could lower inflation, influence Fed policy, and impact risk assets like equities and crypto. The post Oil prices fall over 6% as Trump says Iran deal negotiations near completion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:31:54 PM
Hoskinson Warns Cardano Could Lose Its ‘Science Coin’ Edge
Charles Hoskinson has urged Cardano DReps to back a research funding proposal, warning that a failure to do so could damage one of the network’s core value propositions: its identity as a research-led blockchain. Speaking in a May 21 livestream from England, Hoskinson said Cardano is in “treasury season” and facing a tougher funding environment […]
By Jake Simmons 5/21/2026, 12:30:20 PM
Elon Musk's SpaceX Approaches Top 7 Bitcoin Holders; Bollinger Bands Signal No XRP Rally Before Summer; Dogecoin Founder Addresses $20 Trillion Target - Morning Crypto Report
SpaceX's S-1 filing reveals an unexpected $1.45 billion Bitcoin position ahead of its Nasdaq IPO, while XRP faces a volatility freeze and Dogecoin's founder downplays a $20 trillion target.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 5/21/2026, 12:30:00 PM
SUI Network enables gasless stablecoin transfers, backed by Fireblocks
Sui Network's gasless stablecoin transfers could accelerate blockchain adoption by simplifying user experience and reducing transaction friction. The post SUI Network enables gasless stablecoin transfers, backed by Fireblocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:26:53 PM
Nvidia tells investors AI is ready for mainstream adoption
Nvidia's AI infrastructure investments could redefine global computing, but success hinges on sustained demand and overcoming potential regulatory and competitive challenges. The post Nvidia tells investors AI is ready for mainstream adoption appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:25:55 PM
Walmart reports 7.3% revenue rise, warns of consumer pressure from rising costs and fuel prices
Walmart's revenue rise highlights consumer strain, signaling potential impacts on discretionary spending and broader economic stability. The post Walmart reports 7.3% revenue rise, warns of consumer pressure from rising costs and fuel prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:23:14 PM
Microsoft and Ernst & Young partner to invest $1B in AI adoption
The partnership accelerates AI integration in professional services, potentially reshaping industry standards and competitive dynamics. The post Microsoft and Ernst & Young partner to invest $1B in AI adoption appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:23:07 PM
XRP Large Holders Scoop 71 Million Tokens Amid Volatility
XRP whales have continued to stack up the altcoin in large quantities over the last seven days despite its weak price movement amid the bearish market conditions.
By Caroline Amosun 5/21/2026, 12:23:07 PM
Trump administration reportedly buys into quantum stocks, triggering rally
The potential government investment in quantum computing could signal a strategic shift, impacting tech policy and market dynamics significantly. The post Trump administration reportedly buys into quantum stocks, triggering rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:20:18 PM
Iran’s Supreme Leader orders enriched uranium to stay in country, complicating US nuclear talks
Iran's uranium stance heightens geopolitical tensions, risking prolonged diplomatic stalemate and potential economic repercussions globally. The post Iran’s Supreme Leader orders enriched uranium to stay in country, complicating US nuclear talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:19:20 PM
Ripple Price Forecast: XRP lags recovery despite rising network activity, mild ETF inflows
Ripple (XRP) remains calm, trading around $1.37 at the time of writing on Thursday. The current sideways action follows a subtle recovery from support at $1.35, and reflects broader optimism for a US-Iran peace deal.
By N/A 5/21/2026, 12:15:00 PM
SpaceX IPO filing reveals extensive ties to Musk’s other companies
SpaceX's IPO could reshape market dynamics, raising governance concerns and investor dilemmas over Musk's intertwined business interests. The post SpaceX IPO filing reveals extensive ties to Musk’s other companies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:14:20 PM
Trump endorses Paxton in Texas Senate primary, boosting Democrats’ hopes
Trump's endorsement of Paxton may weaken GOP's general election prospects, potentially shifting Senate power dynamics in Democrats' favor. The post Trump endorses Paxton in Texas Senate primary, boosting Democrats’ hopes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 12:13:19 PM
IBM, Walmart, Rocket Lab, Nvidia among biggest premarket movers
Investor focus on AI, retail, and space highlights market volatility and concentration risks, with AI spending as a pivotal market driver. The post IBM, Walmart, Rocket Lab, Nvidia among biggest premarket movers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:12:59 PM
Taiwan welcomes potential call between President Lai and Trump, raising stakes for crypto markets
Increased US-Taiwan engagement could heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global tech supply chains and crypto market stability. The post Taiwan welcomes potential call between President Lai and Trump, raising stakes for crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 12:10:54 PM
Dogecoin extends recovery as meme coins regain momentum
Key takeaways DOGE is up by nearly 1% and is now trading above $0.10. The rally comes as memecoins recorded gains amid the broader crypto market recovery. Memecoins surge higher as market rebounds Dogecoin (DOGE), Shiba Inu (SHIB), and Pepe (PEPE) are extending their recovery on Thursday following recent corrections. The positive performance comes...
By Hassan Maishera 5/21/2026, 12:05:47 PM
Betting on the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Web3: Why More Users Are Trying Platforms Like Dexsport
A few years ago, the idea of betting on a major tournament without filling out a single form or showing an ID sounded unrealistic. Now it's not only possible — for many users, it's becoming the preferred method.
By Crypto Daily 5/21/2026, 12:00:22 PM
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP tick up as optimism builds for US-Iran peace deal
The cryptocurrency market remains calm on Thursday, with prices broadly increasing. Bitcoin (BTC) hovers above $78,000, advancing from $76,000 support. Altcoins, including Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP), are gaining momentum, albeit gradually, with ETH trading at $2,136 and XRP at $1.38.
By N/A 5/21/2026, 12:00:00 PM
SpaceX reveals $1.4B Bitcoin holding, boosting market confidence
SpaceX's Bitcoin investment underscores growing institutional interest, potentially stabilizing and elevating cryptocurrency market dynamics. The post SpaceX reveals $1.4B Bitcoin holding, boosting market confidence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 11:59:24 AM
Fed seeks input on limited payment accounts after Trump order
The US Federal Reserve proposed a limited “skinny” payment account framework for fintech and crypto firms and called for a temporary pause on Tier 3 applications.
By Helen Partz 5/21/2026, 11:54:16 AM
Sandbox Co-Founder’s Wife Escapes Kidnapping Attempt in France
The post Sandbox Co-Founder’s Wife Escapes Kidnapping Attempt in France appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The wife of Sébastien Borget, co-founder of The Sandbox, was reportedly targeted in a violent kidnapping attempt at the family’s home near Paris. According to French media, suspects disguised as delivery workers tried to force her into...
By Qadir AK 5/21/2026, 11:53:04 AM
HYPE ETFs See Rare First-Week Surge as Eric Balchunas Calls Launch Timing ‘Perfect’
Trading volumes for US-based Hyperliquid-linked ETFs jumped another 50% Wednesday.
By Chayanika Deka 5/21/2026, 11:50:56 AM
Top 10 DeFi Tokens to Invest in May 2026
DeFi tokens are crypto assets that provide access to decentralised financial platforms and services built on blockchain technology. Operating within automated and permissionless ecosystems, they eliminate the need for traditional intermediaries, allowing users to interact directly with financial applications. Through tokenisation, both real-world...
By N/A 5/21/2026, 11:49:26 AM
Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto announces major overhaul of natural resource trade
Indonesia's overhaul of natural resource trade could reshape global commodity markets, impacting pricing, supply chains, and regulatory dynamics. The post Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto announces major overhaul of natural resource trade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 11:47:00 AM
Hyperliquid’s RWA perp stack hits $2.6B open interest with 4x leverage
Hyperliquid's rapid growth in RWA perps highlights DeFi's potential to rival traditional markets, but high leverage poses significant systemic risks. The post Hyperliquid’s RWA perp stack hits $2.6B open interest with 4x leverage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 11:45:44 AM
SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic move closer to trillion-dollar valuations
The simultaneous mega-IPOs of SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic could strain market liquidity, alter equity dynamics, and challenge existing tech giants. The post SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic move closer to trillion-dollar valuations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 11:45:37 AM
Zcash approaches $700 as buying pressure builds
Key takeaways ZEC is up 12% in the last 24 hours, making it the second-best performer in the top 10. The coin could rally past the $700 mark in the near term. ZEC rallies as broader crypto market underperforms ZEC, the native coin of the Zcash ecosystem, is up 12% in the last 24 hours, […] The post Zcash approaches $700 as buying pressure builds...
By Hassan Maishera 5/21/2026, 11:44:12 AM
Trump plans to speak with Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te in unprecedented diplomatic shift
Trump's unprecedented move risks escalating US-China tensions, potentially disrupting global semiconductor supply and impacting crypto markets. The post Trump plans to speak with Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te in unprecedented diplomatic shift appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 11:40:23 AM
Nvidia plans to return roughly half its free cash flow to shareholders through buybacks and dividends
Nvidia's capital return strategy may attract diverse investors, stabilize stock volatility, and highlight its competitive edge in AI dominance. The post Nvidia plans to return roughly half its free cash flow to shareholders through buybacks and dividends appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 11:38:49 AM
Kraken Expands Into UAE After Winning Dubai Regulatory Approval
The post Kraken Expands Into UAE After Winning Dubai Regulatory Approval appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Kraken and parent company Payward are expanding into the UAE after receiving preliminary approval from Dubai’s Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority. The approval allows Kraken to offer services including spot, margin, OTC trading,...
By Qadir AK 5/21/2026, 11:38:43 AM
Rigetti Computing signs letter of intent for $100M funding from US Department of Commerce
Rigetti's potential $100M funding highlights the strategic importance of quantum computing, accelerating advancements and impacting cryptographic security timelines. The post Rigetti Computing signs letter of intent for $100M funding from US Department of Commerce appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 11:37:09 AM
Boerse Stuttgart adds SocGen for EU blockchain settlement
Boerse Stuttgart’s Seturion adds SocGen, SG-FORGE and flatexDEGIRO to build blockchain settlement for tokenized securities in Europe.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/21/2026, 11:35:13 AM
Rigetti signs letter of intent with US government for quantum research
Rigetti's collaboration with the US government could enhance national security and position the company for future lucrative contracts. The post Rigetti signs letter of intent with US government for quantum research appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 11:34:44 AM
Hyperliquid nears all-time high as Grayscale, Galaxy and a16z-linked wallets reportedly pile in
The surge in HYPE's value highlights shifting investor confidence and potential market realignment favoring emerging crypto assets. The post Hyperliquid nears all-time high as Grayscale, Galaxy and a16z-linked wallets reportedly pile in appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/21/2026, 11:34:16 AM
European Union proposes temporary lift of sanctions on Chinese chip supplier to aid automakers
The EU's temporary sanction lift underscores the urgent need for Europe to reduce its dependency on foreign chip suppliers, highlighting geopolitical vulnerabilities. The post European Union proposes temporary lift of sanctions on Chinese chip supplier to aid automakers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 11:32:49 AM
US Treasury sanctions Sinaloa Cartel-linked network for crypto laundering
The Treasury's crypto sanctions highlight the growing regulatory focus on digital assets, impacting compliance burdens and industry practices. The post US Treasury sanctions Sinaloa Cartel-linked network for crypto laundering appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 11:31:29 AM
Solana News: Hyperliquid Flips Solana in FDV as Hyperliquid’s Revenue Boom
The post Solana News: Hyperliquid Flips Solana in FDV as Hyperliquid’s Revenue Boom appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Hyperliquid has officially overtaken Solana in fully diluted valuation (FDV) of roughly $54.57, marking one of the biggest shifts in crypto market this year. The milestone comes as Hyperliquid continues dominating...
By Rizwan Ansari 5/21/2026, 11:31:03 AM
Millionaire Businessman Reveals Where The Real Crypto Value Is, And It’s Not Bitcoin
Millionaire businessman Kevin O’Leary has indicated that stablecoins are more valuable than Bitcoin because of their role in the global financial system. He also highlighted the “big opportunity” as one of the layer-1 networks could be the biggest beneficiary of traditional finance (TradFi) firms moving on-chain. Kevin O’Leary Praises Stablecoins...
By Scott Matherson 5/21/2026, 11:30:52 AM
Why the Agentic Economy Needs its Native Settlement Layer, and a Fundamental Rethink of AI Payments
I spent years at Google as a software engineer and tech lead building the systems that decide which ad you see, when you see it, and whether you clicked. Recommendation engines. Tracking pipelines. Conversion funnels. The whole architecture of the attention economy, wired together. Then, somewhere around 2024, I started noticing something. When a...
By Media 5/21/2026, 11:30:37 AM
Blackrock Leads Bitcoin ETF $70M Loss as Outflow Streak Reaches Fourth Day
Crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) markets remained under pressure on Wednesday as bitcoin funds extended their losing streak to four consecutive sessions, while ether ETFs marked an eighth straight day of outflows. XRP ETFs Attract Fresh Inflows While Solana Products Pause After Strong Run The selling wave across digital asset ETFs has slowed in...
By Emmanuel Musa 5/21/2026, 11:30:23 AM
Ripple (XRP) News Today: May 21
A breakdown of the major developments surrounding Ripple's ecosystem.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 5/21/2026, 11:27:22 AM
Traders flock to $82,000 Bitcoin calls ahead of May 29 expiry
The clustering of Bitcoin options at $82K could drive market volatility, influencing price discovery and highlighting the maturing crypto market. The post Traders flock to $82,000 Bitcoin calls ahead of May 29 expiry appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 11:26:10 AM