Monad’s mainnet upgrade makes storing data together 98% cheaper
A block-pinned mainnet call reproduced the 8,100-to-100 step-down and showed the cold charge returning at slot 128. The post Monad’s mainnet upgrade makes storing data together 98% cheaper appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 9/4/2026, 2:30:28 AM
Zcash Price Spike Fuels Massive Mining Profits and Hashrate Boom
According to the latest market metrics, the privacy coin zcash (ZEC) witnessed its price tap an intraday high of $979 per coin on Thursday afternoon, around 3:30 p.m. Eastern time. At the same time, the Zcash network’s hashrate continues to operate at peak highs, as mining profitability takes the top spot in terms of today’s […]
By Jamie Redman 9/4/2026, 2:30:15 AM
Optimism Superchain Interoperability Goes Live On Sepolia Testnet
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By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/4/2026, 2:15:00 AM
US diesel prices hit record $5.820 amid US-Iran tensions, Ukraine-Russia conflict
Rising diesel prices may exacerbate global economic instability, influencing energy markets and potentially driving crude oil to new highs. The post US diesel prices hit record $5.820 amid US-Iran tensions, Ukraine-Russia conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/4/2026, 1:53:24 AM
XRP Ledger AMM Amendment Reaches 80% Validator Consensus
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By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/4/2026, 1:30:00 AM
Treasury Flags Nearly $13 Billion Tied to Overseas Crypto Scams
The Treasury Department linked approximately $12.7 billion in reported financial activity to suspected digital asset investment scams centered overseas. FinCEN’s new alert outlines how criminal networks attract victims, move proceeds, and exploit financial institutions. FinCEN Analysis Tracks $12.7 Billion in Suspected Activity The Treasury...
By Kevin Helms 9/4/2026, 1:20:44 AM
Solana Validator Client v1.18 Hits 85% Consensus Stake
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By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/4/2026, 12:45:00 AM
Arda Guler starts for Real Madrid against Real Betis in La Liga
Guler's starting role at Real Madrid highlights his growth and potential impact, signaling a shift towards integrating young talent in top clubs. The post Arda Guler starts for Real Madrid against Real Betis in La Liga appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/4/2026, 12:34:54 AM
Scan reveals 96,000 fake-address outputs clogging Bitcoin’s unspent database
Bitquery’s scan shows why cheap OP_RETURN repetition and fake-address text impose radically different costs on Bitcoin nodes. The post Scan reveals 96,000 fake-address outputs clogging Bitcoin’s unspent database appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 9/4/2026, 12:20:15 AM
500 Million XRP Leave Binance as Reserves Hit Early 2024 Low
Binance’s monthly average XRP reserves have fallen by about 500 million tokens since November 2025, according to Cryptoquant. The decline may reflect accumulation and ETF demand, although exchange transfers could also affect the metric. Binance XRP Reserves Fall to 2.6 Billion Binance’s monthly average XRP reserves have declined from about 3.1...
By Kevin Helms 9/4/2026, 12:12:25 AM
Asian LNG prices hit highest since 2022 amid Iran conflict escalation
Rising Asian LNG prices due to geopolitical tensions may signal broader energy market volatility, impacting global economic stability. The post Asian LNG prices hit highest since 2022 amid Iran conflict escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/4/2026, 12:07:05 AM
XRP Jumps 3% on BIS Ledger Test, Ethereum Pre-Golden Cross Points Higher as Tron TVL Hits $28 Billion: Crypto Market Review
The crypto market is attempting to extend its recovery, with XRP gaining on BIS-related news, Ethereum approaching a key bullish crossover and Tron reaching $28 billion in TVL.
By Arman Shirinyan 9/4/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Aave Governance Approves Base Parameter Update For v3 Markets
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By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/4/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Solana (SOL) Cuts Rent Costs: How to Reclaim Excess Funds
Solana (SOL)'s rent reduction unlocks excess SOL for users. Learn how to reclaim funds via updated tools and program logic. (Read More)
By N/A 9/3/2026, 11:41:15 PM
Tether sued over frozen ‘pig butcher’ coins, 6,600 students get crypto loans: Asia Express
Thai businessmen sue Tether over $42M frozen USDT tied to pig butchering scam, Aussie crypto firms face big fines unless they meet licensing deadline.
By Andrew Fenton 9/3/2026, 11:40:09 PM
IMF reports better-than-anticipated growth performance in El Salvador
El Salvador's economic reforms and improved security enhance investor confidence, signaling potential for sustained growth and poverty reduction. The post IMF reports better-than-anticipated growth performance in El Salvador appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 11:33:13 PM
Texas Senate race tightens as Talarico, Paxton face off
The tightening Texas Senate race signals potential shifts in political dynamics, challenging traditional party strongholds and voter alignments. The post Texas Senate race tightens as Talarico, Paxton face off appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/3/2026, 11:31:37 PM
Sui Launches $10M Fund For AI And DeFi Builders
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By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 11:15:00 PM
Bitcoin’s Biggest Lost Fortunes: 8 Costly Mistakes Owners Can Never Undo
While the price of bitcoin is down 35% below its all-time high, just above $126,000 back in October 2025, even at the current price, it has made a fortune for those who got into it early. On the other hand, some of the leading crypto asset’s most unbelievable stories are simply about significant wealth getting […]
By Jamie Redman 9/3/2026, 11:12:53 PM
SEC seeks public opinions on novel ETF funds as industry races to innovate
The SEC's inquiry into novel ETFs could reshape regulatory frameworks, impacting innovation and market dynamics in the financial sector. The post SEC seeks public opinions on novel ETF funds as industry races to innovate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 10:59:00 PM
Parked Coldcard loot begins moving as attacker routes $1.6M in stolen Bitcoin to Ethereum
Bitquery traced 20.45 BTC through 34 Sept. 2–3 swaps, and the main destination later held roughly 5 ETH less. The post Parked Coldcard loot begins moving as attacker routes $1.6M in stolen Bitcoin to Ethereum appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 9/3/2026, 10:50:13 PM
Anthropic nears $15B pre-IPO credit facility
Anthropic's substantial pre-IPO credit facility signals strong market confidence, potentially boosting investor interest and IPO valuation expectations. The post Anthropic nears $15B pre-IPO credit facility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/3/2026, 10:47:18 PM
Coinbase takes regulatory step for leveraged stock trading
Coinbase's move could reshape US trading by enabling 24/7 leveraged stock derivatives, challenging traditional market hours and regulations. The post Coinbase takes regulatory step for leveraged stock trading appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 10:45:09 PM
Iran prioritizes conflict with US to distract from unrest, activist warns
Iran's focus on conflict over diplomacy may exacerbate regional instability and hinder potential peace efforts, impacting global geopolitical dynamics. The post Iran prioritizes conflict with US to distract from unrest, activist warns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/3/2026, 10:42:38 PM
Tron surpasses Ethereum as USDT supply rises to $94B
Tron's dominance in USDT supply could reshape stablecoin dynamics, attracting regulatory scrutiny and impacting global digital payment systems. The post Tron surpasses Ethereum as USDT supply rises to $94B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 10:37:15 PM
IMF says El Salvador used private donations for latest Bitcoin buys as funding deal advances
El Salvador's IMF agreement may boost investor confidence and catalyze further multilateral support, impacting its economic stability. The post IMF says El Salvador used private donations for latest Bitcoin buys as funding deal advances appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 10:30:07 PM
Chainlink CCIP Brings Cross-Chain Token Standard To Avalanche And Polygon
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By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 10:30:00 PM
Real Madrid excludes Ferland Mendy from UEFA Champions League squad
Mendy's exclusion highlights the strategic squad management challenges clubs face when balancing player recovery timelines with competition demands. The post Real Madrid excludes Ferland Mendy from UEFA Champions League squad appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 10:29:55 PM
US investigates missile strike on Iran wedding that killed at least four, says JD Vance
The incident risks escalating US-Iran tensions, potentially complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting regional stability and global oil markets. The post US investigates missile strike on Iran wedding that killed at least four, says JD Vance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 10:28:17 PM
Crypto market cap surges $135B in 24 hours, Bitcoin nears $81K
The surge in crypto market cap may boost investor confidence, potentially driving further asset appreciation and influencing future market dynamics. The post Crypto market cap surges $135B in 24 hours, Bitcoin nears $81K appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/3/2026, 10:23:00 PM
$58M in crypto shorts liquidated in one hour as Bitcoin squeezes bears
The rapid liquidation of crypto shorts highlights the risks of high leverage, potentially leading to increased market volatility and cascading losses. The post $58M in crypto shorts liquidated in one hour as Bitcoin squeezes bears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 10:21:48 PM
US-Iran tensions drive oil prices higher amid Strait of Hormuz risks
Rising oil prices due to US-Iran tensions could strain global economies, impacting inflation and energy policies worldwide. The post US-Iran tensions drive oil prices higher amid Strait of Hormuz risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/3/2026, 10:21:20 PM
Bitcoin Bear Market May Not Yet Be Over, Says Fidelity
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Bear Market May Not Yet Be Over, Says Fidelity Fidelity argues that bitcoin may have seen its bottom in July. But there's still evidence it could drop again to a new low later this year. This post Bitcoin Bear Market May Not Yet Be Over, Says Fidelity first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 9/3/2026, 10:19:41 PM
Grayscale and A16z Fight Jane Street and Schwab Over Crypto ETF Speed
How quickly you might get your next crypto ETF, how good it will be, and how much it will cost you could depend on which side the SEC picks in the ongoing discussion — Grayscale’s, A16z’s, and Crypto Council for Innovation’s, or major TradFi players Jane Street and Charles Schwab. The differing positions of these […]
By Linas Kmieliauskas 9/3/2026, 10:10:15 PM
ProCap Financial sells 50 Bitcoin to repurchase shares at 40% discount
ProCap's strategy of selling Bitcoin for share buybacks enhances shareholder value but risks depleting its Bitcoin reserves over time. The post ProCap Financial sells 50 Bitcoin to repurchase shares at 40% discount appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 10:06:34 PM
BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF IBIT rises nearly 6% with $300M in daily inflows
BlackRock's IBIT dominance underscores a shift towards institutional Bitcoin adoption, potentially stabilizing crypto markets with sustained demand. The post BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF IBIT rises nearly 6% with $300M in daily inflows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 10:05:39 PM
xAI Unveils Grok Bot for Enterprises with Free Trial Offer
xAI launches Grok Bot for enterprise clients, offering advanced AI-powered task automation and a free two-week trial for organizations. (Read More)
By N/A 9/3/2026, 10:00:05 PM
Multicoin Sells Another 10% of HYPE Stack as Holdings Fall From 4 Million Tokens
Arkham claimed that Multicoin now holds just over 25% of its peak HYPE stack after another 10% sale by the firm.
By Chayanika Deka 9/3/2026, 9:59:26 PM
Polymarket launches perpetual futures tied to oil, competing with Kalshi
Polymarket's entry into perpetual futures could reshape the derivatives landscape, intensifying competition and expanding market accessibility globally. The post Polymarket launches perpetual futures tied to oil, competing with Kalshi appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 9:58:52 PM
Netflix’s ‘The Altruists’ dramatizes FTX scandal in new series premiering November 2026
The dramatization of the FTX scandal highlights the complex interplay of personal and professional dynamics in financial collapses. The post Netflix’s ‘The Altruists’ dramatizes FTX scandal in new series premiering November 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 9:48:31 PM
Tether Reports $1.3B Q2 Profit As Excess Reserves Reach $5.2B
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By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 9:45:00 PM
Legora Uses GPT-6 Astra to Review 41 Financial Documents in Minutes
Legora leverages GPT-6 Astra to boost workflow accuracy by 40%, reviewing 41 financial documents in record time. AI transforms legal operations. (Read More)
By N/A 9/3/2026, 9:40:59 PM
US State Department offers $10M bounty on Iran’s Amir Yaryab
The bounty highlights escalating cyber tensions, reflecting the growing importance of cybersecurity in US national security strategy. The post US State Department offers $10M bounty on Iran’s Amir Yaryab appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 9:35:05 PM
Direxion files for Trillions ETF to track equities over $1T, including 2x leveraged version
The introduction of leveraged ETFs for trillion-dollar equities could amplify market volatility, attracting aggressive traders seeking higher returns. The post Direxion files for Trillions ETF to track equities over $1T, including 2x leveraged version appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 9:33:00 PM
Bitcoin-Gold Correlation Hits Six-Year High as Debasement Fears Mount
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin-Gold Correlation Hits Six-Year High as Debasement Fears Mount Bitcoin is trading with gold — something it does when investors lose confidence in the dollar. This post Bitcoin-Gold Correlation Hits Six-Year High as Debasement Fears Mount first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 9/3/2026, 9:31:34 PM
This Japanese company made money on Ethereum, Solana, and XRP, but sold them anyway to keep its $121 million Bitcoin holdings
The ¥878.8 million exit left its crypto portfolio Bitcoin-only, yet management may deploy the cash beyond crypto. The post This Japanese company made money on Ethereum, Solana, and XRP, but sold them anyway to keep its $121 million Bitcoin holdings appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/3/2026, 9:25:27 PM
Hargreaves Lansdown Adds Bitcoin, Ether ETNs for Eligible UK Investors
Hargreaves Lansdown has begun offering bitcoin and ether exchange-traded notes to eligible U.K. customers, nearly a year after regulators reopened retail access. The move brings crypto exposure to one of the United Kingdom’s largest investment platforms, though strict eligibility checks remain in place. Hargreaves Lansdown Lists 9 Crypto ETNs From...
By Emmanuel Musa 9/3/2026, 9:19:23 PM
Crypto trading terminals post first $1B day since January 2025
The resurgence in crypto trading terminal activity indicates renewed market engagement and confidence, potentially driving future growth. The post Crypto trading terminals post first $1B day since January 2025 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 9:17:12 PM
CFTC files to dismiss CME lawsuit over crypto perpetual futures
The CFTC’s lawyers called the lawsuit “much ado about nothing,“ claiming that the CME Group lacked standing to file and argued against its claims over crypto perpetual futures.
By Turner Wright 9/3/2026, 9:09:13 PM
SEC Approves Options Trading For WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund
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By NewsBTC Editorial Team 9/3/2026, 9:00:00 PM