Bitcoin Could Rally if Fed Keeps Rates Steady, Grayscale Says
Bitcoin’s recent underperformance relative to equities has coincided with rising Federal Reserve rate expectations, and Grayscale Investments argues bitcoin could narrow that gap if policymakers hold off on rate hikes. Fed Policy Expectations Drive Divergence Across Markets Grayscale Investments is tying bitcoin’s lag behind equities to a...
By Kevin Helms 6/22/2026, 8:40:06 PM
Analyst Claims Cardano Could Mirror Past Trump-Driven Rally, Eyes Fast Move to $3 ADA Price
Cardano (ADA) traded largely sideways Monday as broader crypto markets showed signs of hesitation and fading momentum.
By Newton Gitonga 6/22/2026, 8:38:19 PM
Chevron partners with Microsoft for 20-year power production deal to fuel AI data centers
Chevron's direct power supply to Microsoft's AI centers highlights fossil fuels' enduring role in tech growth, impacting energy transition dynamics. The post Chevron partners with Microsoft for 20-year power production deal to fuel AI data centers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 8:38:05 PM
“70% of All My Wealth Is in Bitcoin,” Asserts Mexico’s Richest Man Amid $1M Price Prediction
Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas, a well-known Bitcoin advocate, has doubled down on his bullish outlook.
By Newton Gitonga 6/22/2026, 8:32:59 PM
Alibaba’s AI video model HappyHorse 1.1 climbs to No. 2 globally
Alibaba's AI model rise reshapes competitive dynamics, challenging Anthropic's market position and influencing future AI model rankings. The post Alibaba’s AI video model HappyHorse 1.1 climbs to No. 2 globally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/22/2026, 8:25:25 PM
Israeli attacks kill over 4,100 in Lebanon, escalating conflict with Hezbollah
The escalating violence undermines peace prospects, complicates diplomatic efforts, and risks broader regional instability and conflict. The post Israeli attacks kill over 4,100 in Lebanon, escalating conflict with Hezbollah appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/22/2026, 8:25:22 PM
Chubb reportedly approached AIG for takeover in what could be insurance’s biggest deal ever
A potential Chubb-AIG merger highlights regulatory challenges and integration complexities, impacting future insurance industry consolidations. The post Chubb reportedly approached AIG for takeover in what could be insurance’s biggest deal ever appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 8:22:56 PM
CZ questions Hyperliquid’s decentralization amid control concerns
Hyperliquid's centralized control under a decentralized guise raises regulatory risks, potentially impacting investor trust and market stability. The post CZ questions Hyperliquid’s decentralization amid control concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 8:22:53 PM
MoonPay acquires Entendre to bring AI accounting agents to stablecoin operations
MoonPay acquired Entendre to add AI powered reconciliation, treasury management and accounting automation to its digital asset infrastructure. The post MoonPay acquires Entendre to bring AI accounting agents to stablecoin operations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/22/2026, 8:22:23 PM
Bitcoin Policy Institute announces Freedom Tech DC 2026 summit
The summit's focus on integrating Bitcoin with broader tech issues could reshape policy discussions, influencing future governance frameworks. The post Bitcoin Policy Institute announces Freedom Tech DC 2026 summit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 8:22:22 PM
OKX taps Andrew Cuomo for bold NYSE tokenization venture
OKX and Intercontinental Exchange have appointed Andrew Cuomo to co-chair a tokenization venture that would give users access to ICE futures and NYSE-linked digital equities. According to a joint June 22 announcement released by OKX and Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the…
By Lawrence Mondal 6/22/2026, 8:21:29 PM
Payments Firm MoneyGram Joins Solana (SOL) Network As Active Validator
The peer-to-peer payments firm MoneyGram is joining the Solana (SOL) Network as an active validator. MoneyGram will also join the Solana Developer Platform (SDP), following in the footsteps of Mastercard, Worldpay and Western Union, per a Solana Foundation announcement. MoneyGram has invested in blockchain technology and partnered with crypto...
By Conor Devitt 6/22/2026, 8:19:59 PM
How Polymarket Reportedly Used Fake Winning Bets to Drive Viral Growth
The same bets that won millions in the promotional clips incurred losses for traders in reality.
By Mandy Williams 6/22/2026, 8:19:36 PM
Strive says digital credit selloff was a liquidation event, not a credit crisis
A sharp selloff in digital credit products exposed growing pains in a young market, a Strive executive argues the underlying credit fundamentals remain intact.
By AI Boost 6/22/2026, 8:14:02 PM
Paraguay Convicts Two Bitcoin Miners to Jail Sentences for Large-Scale Energy Theft
The National Power Administration of Paraguay (ANDE) stressed that this 2-year conviction against two individuals would set a precedent against energy theft, punishing not only those who perpetrate it but also those who facilitate it to protect the national electricity system. Paraguayan Court Convicts Bitcoin Miners for Energy Theft Charges The...
By Sergio Goschenko 6/22/2026, 8:10:46 PM
New York, Maryland and Utah to hold primaries with crypto PAC money hanging over voters
Crypto-backed PACs disclosed spending more than $8 million on media to support candidates in three US states, as some Maryland Democrats have called on one candidate to reject “outside spending from crypto billionaires.”
By Turner Wright 6/22/2026, 7:57:48 PM
Fomo secures $75M after turning crypto trading into a feed
Fomo has raised $75 million in a Series B funding round that values the crypto trading platform at $550 million after attracting more than 625,000 users and generating $4 billion in trading volume within its first year. According to a…
By Lawrence Mondal 6/22/2026, 7:51:18 PM
Japanese Corporate Pension Fund Plans 1% Crypto Allocation To Diversify Yen Risk
A Japanese corporate pension fund reportedly plans to allocate 1% of assets to crypto in fiscal 2026 as part of a currency-diversification strategy.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 7:45:35 PM
$1.8 Trillion Asset Manager Launches Crypto Division
Traditional finance titan Franklin Templeton is no longer just toying with digital assets.
By Alex Dovbnya 6/22/2026, 7:44:06 PM
Ethereum Foundation’s strategy chief lays out plan to kill MEV and make privacy a protocol default
Ethereum's focus on eliminating toxic MEV and prioritizing privacy could enhance network neutrality, attracting broader institutional adoption. The post Ethereum Foundation’s strategy chief lays out plan to kill MEV and make privacy a protocol default appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 7:42:51 PM
GoMining Launches GoBTC Pay SDK to Bring Native Bitcoin Payments Into Everyday Commerce
GoMining today announced the launch of the GoBTC Pay Gen1 SDK and API, enabling merchants, wallet providers, and ecosystem partners to integrate Bitcoin payments.
By CryptoDaily 6/22/2026, 7:37:21 PM
Ethereum Analyst Maps Drop Toward Demand Zone As ETH Tests Supply
Ethereum analyst says ETH is reacting near supply, with downside levels around $1,562-$1,500 if bearish structure holds.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 7:31:50 PM
Grayscale’s GBTC Leads $227M Bitcoin ETF Weekly Outflow as HYPE Funds Add $28M
Crypto ETF flows stayed divided in the holiday-shortened week ending June 19, with bitcoin funds posting $226.8 million in outflows and ether ETFs slipping by $10 million. Altcoin products told a stronger story, with a combined addition of $46 million into HYPE, XRP, and solana ETFs. Altcoin ETFs Gain Momentum as Bitcoin Funds Post Sixth […]
By Emmanuel Musa 6/22/2026, 7:30:15 PM
Ethlabs, Founded by Former Ethereum Foundation Contributors and Funded by Bitmine, Sharplink and Joe Lubin, Launches to Accelerate Ethereum's Institutional Supercycle
Ethlabs, Founded by Former Ethereum Foundation Contributors and Funded by Bitmine, Sharplink and Joe Lubin, Launches to Accelerate Ethereum's Institutional Supercycle
By Chainwire 6/22/2026, 7:27:43 PM
Ether’s biggest corporate holders back new Ethereum research hub
Ethlabs was formed with support from SharpLink, Bitmine and Consensys CEO Joe Lubin as the network's development is expanding beyond the Ethereum Foundation.
By Krisztian Sandor 6/22/2026, 7:20:45 PM
Truflation reports inflation below 2%, Cathie Wood highlights downside surprise in June commentary
The divergence in inflation data could lead to policy missteps, impacting economic stability and investor confidence in traditional metrics. The post Truflation reports inflation below 2%, Cathie Wood highlights downside surprise in June commentary appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 7:20:04 PM
Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company merger vote set for June 26
The merger could significantly impact Bitcoin's market dynamics, influencing corporate treasury strategies and crypto-native financial services. The post Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company merger vote set for June 26 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 7:18:38 PM
Solana grabs 95% of tokenized equity as traders debate if SOL bottom is in
Solana captured 95% of tokenized equity volumes as analysts debate whether $60 was the bottom for SOL.
By Biraajmaan Tamuly 6/22/2026, 7:17:34 PM
Messi scores five in two World Cup games, boosts Golden Boot market confidence
Messi's scoring surge enhances Argentina's World Cup prospects and influences betting markets, highlighting his pivotal role in the tournament. The post Messi scores five in two World Cup games, boosts Golden Boot market confidence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/22/2026, 7:16:56 PM
Strategy CEO backs troubled STRC with $1M bet on recovery
Strategy President and CEO Phong Le has invested $1 million in the company’s STRC preferred stock as shares continue trading below their intended $100 par value. In a June 22 X post, Le said he purchased $1 million worth of…
By Lawrence Mondal 6/22/2026, 7:13:43 PM
Kucoin Plugs Into Argentina’s Transferencias 3.0, Bringing Crypto to QR Checkouts
Kucoin has expanded its digital payment system into Argentina and Peru, integrating crypto and stablecoins directly into local quick response (QR)-code payment networks. Merging Crypto With Regional QR Systems Cryptocurrency platform Kucoin announced on June 22 the expansion of its digital payment system into Argentina and Peru, integrating crypto...
By Terence Zimwara 6/22/2026, 7:10:13 PM
Renaiss raises $1.5M in first funding round led by YZi Labs to bring trading cards on-chain
Renaiss's blockchain integration for collectibles could revolutionize asset verification, enhancing security and liquidity in the digital economy. The post Renaiss raises $1.5M in first funding round led by YZi Labs to bring trading cards on-chain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 7:03:58 PM
PR Dota 2 defeats HULIGANI 2-1 to advance in TI2026 Europe closed qualifier
PR's victory highlights their potential to thrive under pressure, boosting morale and strategic positioning for TI2026's main event. The post PR Dota 2 defeats HULIGANI 2-1 to advance in TI2026 Europe closed qualifier appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 6:58:12 PM
Austria trails Argentina 1-0 in tense World Cup match with 9 minutes left
Austria's potential comeback could disrupt expectations, impacting both teams' World Cup prospects and altering market predictions significantly. The post Austria trails Argentina 1-0 in tense World Cup match with 9 minutes left appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/22/2026, 6:48:40 PM
Alphabet loses $269B in market cap as key AI researchers jump ship to OpenAI and Anthropic
Alphabet's market cap drop highlights the critical role of retaining top AI talent in sustaining competitive advantage and investor confidence. The post Alphabet loses $269B in market cap as key AI researchers jump ship to OpenAI and Anthropic appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 6:45:07 PM
'Find My Secret Document': Ethereum Co-Founder Buterin Puts AI to Test
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is putting the limits of artificial intelligence and online privacy to the test.
By Alex Dovbnya 6/22/2026, 6:41:04 PM
Kalshi Traders Price 80% Odds Bitcoin Stays Below $100K Through 2026
Prediction market traders on Kalshi are pricing only a 19% to 22% chance that bitcoin crosses $100,000 before January 2027, with over $10 million wagered across timing contracts tied to the CF Bitcoin Real-Time Index. Where the Money Is Going Bitcoin is trading near $64,600 as of Monday, June 22, 2026, sitting roughly 50% below […]
By Jamie Redman 6/22/2026, 6:40:48 PM
Zcash (ZEC) Price at a Crossroads: Will it Break Above $500 or Drop Toward $400?
The post Zcash (ZEC) Price at a Crossroads: Will it Break Above $500 or Drop Toward $400? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Following a rebound from an ascending support, the Zcash (ZEC) price has been attracting significant attention. The price has surged marginally to $454.14, with a notable rise in the trading volume by more than 35%....
By Sahana Vibhute 6/22/2026, 6:39:25 PM
Oil supply surge expected to ease market tightness, impact prices
Increased oil supply may stabilize prices, reducing the likelihood of record highs and influencing global energy market dynamics and strategies. The post Oil supply surge expected to ease market tightness, impact prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/22/2026, 6:39:16 PM
Messi becomes all-time World Cup leading scorer with hat-trick against Algeria
Messi's record-breaking feat enhances his legacy, influencing market confidence and Argentina's World Cup prospects, while boosting Golden Boot odds. The post Messi becomes all-time World Cup leading scorer with hat-trick against Algeria appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/22/2026, 6:38:06 PM
SpaceX sparks valuation fears as analysts refuse stock target
SpaceX stock has fallen more than 10% in early U.S. trading after analysts initiated coverage without assigning a price target, adding to investor concerns about the company’s valuation following its record-breaking market debut. According to a June 22 report from…
By Lawrence Mondal 6/22/2026, 6:37:31 PM
Franklin Templeton Files Bitcoin DRIP ETFs That Would Route Stock Dividends Into BTC
Franklin Templeton has filed for Bitcoin DRIP ETFs that would route stock-dividend income into Bitcoin exposure, but the products are not yet live.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 6:31:08 PM
CZ Sparks Debate Over Freezing Satoshi’s Bitcoin To Prevent Future Quantum Theft
CZ has sparked debate by suggesting unmoved legacy Bitcoin could be frozen after a future quantum-resistant migration window.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 6:30:33 PM
Lionel Messi sets World Cup record with 17th goal for Argentina
Messi's record-breaking World Cup performance boosts fan token market activity, highlighting the volatile nature of sentiment-driven digital assets. The post Lionel Messi sets World Cup record with 17th goal for Argentina appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 6:26:16 PM
Bitcoin Bear Market Bottom 2026: Is $60,000 the Floor or Is October the Real Low
The post Bitcoin Bear Market Bottom 2026: Is $60,000 the Floor or Is October the Real Low appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Three things just happened simultaneously to Bitcoin that have only occurred together at the exact bottom of every bear market in this asset’s history. In 2015, 2019, 2022 and now, in the summer of 2026. The monthly...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 6/22/2026, 6:25:39 PM
RB Leipzig rejects Liverpool’s €100M bid for 19-year-old winger Yan Diomande
Leipzig's rejection highlights a strategic focus on long-term talent development, potentially reshaping transfer market valuations and dynamics. The post RB Leipzig rejects Liverpool’s €100M bid for 19-year-old winger Yan Diomande appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 6:23:53 PM
OpenAI launches new cyber model to find and patch software vulnerabilities
OpenAI's initiative could significantly bolster cybersecurity by proactively addressing vulnerabilities, enhancing trust in open source software. The post OpenAI launches new cyber model to find and patch software vulnerabilities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/22/2026, 6:21:49 PM
Analyst Ties ISO & Tokenization Boom To XRP’s Next Move
Citing real‑world corridors, the analyst points to a projected $16 trillion tokenization market by 2030 as a key tailwind. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 6/22/2026, 6:21:00 PM
Franklin Templeton Closes 250 Digital Deal, Launches Institutional Crypto Division
Bitcoin Magazine Franklin Templeton Closes 250 Digital Deal, Launches Institutional Crypto Division Franklin Templeton has completed its acquisition of 250 Digital. This post Franklin Templeton Closes 250 Digital Deal, Launches Institutional Crypto Division first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
By Micah Zimmerman 6/22/2026, 6:18:45 PM
Bitmine, Sharplink and Joe Lubin launch Ethereum research nonprofit
Bitmine, Sharplink and Joe Lubin are backing Ethlabs, a new nonprofit founded by former Ethereum Foundation researchers. The post Bitmine, Sharplink and Joe Lubin launch Ethereum research nonprofit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/22/2026, 6:18:05 PM