Strategy may sell Bitcoin to fund $1.5B convertible note buyback
MicroStrategy's potential Bitcoin sale to manage debt highlights strategic financial maneuvering, impacting market perceptions and future strategies. The post Strategy may sell Bitcoin to fund $1.5B convertible note buyback appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 1:20:30 PM
XRP gives back gains after Senate crypto bill sparks 5% rally
XRP stayed pinned below resistance even as derivatives activity surged ahead of a key Senate vote that could formally reinforce the token’s commodity status.
By Shaurya Malwa 5/15/2026, 1:17:55 PM
Bitcoin exchange supply falls to an 8-year low
The supply of Bitcoin (BTC) on all cryptocurrency exchanges has declined to an 8-year low, amid notable demand from conviction … Continue reading The post Bitcoin exchange supply falls to an 8-year low appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 5/15/2026, 1:11:48 PM
5 AI trading bots for 2026: empowering retail investors with automated trading
AI trading bots gain wider retail adoption as investors seek automation in volatile 2026 markets. AI trading bots are no longer niche tools used only by technical traders. In 2026, they are becoming part of how retail investors manage faster,…
By Samuel Msiska 5/15/2026, 1:08:01 PM
Strategy may sell Bitcoin to finance $1.5B convertible note repurchase
Strategy's potential Bitcoin sale for debt buyback highlights the complex interplay between cryptocurrency reserves and corporate financial strategies. The post Strategy may sell Bitcoin to finance $1.5B convertible note repurchase appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/15/2026, 1:07:15 PM
Dogecoin Faces Ultimate 'Bitcoin Problem': Why Both BTC and DOGE Blocked at Same 200-Day Price Curve
Bitcoin's failure to reclaim the 200-day moving average is becoming a major problem for Dogecoin.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 5/15/2026, 1:05:00 PM
US Appeals Court pauses ruling against Trump’s tariffs pending appeal
The court's decision to pause the ruling maintains economic uncertainty, impacting market sentiment and potentially affecting risk asset appetite. The post US Appeals Court pauses ruling against Trump’s tariffs pending appeal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 1:03:00 PM
EEA Privacy Working Group releases first report on enterprise privacy for Ethereum
The report's framework aids enterprises in navigating privacy and regulatory challenges, potentially accelerating Ethereum's enterprise adoption. The post EEA Privacy Working Group releases first report on enterprise privacy for Ethereum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 1:02:59 PM
Strategy Plans Major Note Repurchase While Leaving Door Open to Bitcoin Sales
Strategy said it may fund the transactions using cash reserves, share sales, and possibly Bitcoin sales.
By Chayanika Deka 5/15/2026, 1:02:49 PM
Sam Altman testifies Elon Musk demanded 90% control of OpenAI
The trial's revelations could impact investor confidence and reshape perceptions of AI governance, affecting future nonprofit-to-profit transitions. The post Sam Altman testifies Elon Musk demanded 90% control of OpenAI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 1:02:37 PM
Strategy (MSTR) Files to Repurchase $1.5B in 2029 Convertible Notes as STRC Hits Record $1.53B Daily Volume
Bitcoin Magazine Strategy (MSTR) Files to Repurchase $1.5B in 2029 Convertible Notes as STRC Hits Record $1.53B Daily Volume Strategy said Friday it plans to repurchase $1.5 billion in 2029 convertible notes as investor demand for its STRC preferred stock continues to surge. This post Strategy (MSTR) Files to Repurchase $1.5B in 2029 Convertible...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/15/2026, 1:01:30 PM
Crypto Analytics Firm Dune Axes 25% Of Employees Amid Strategic Overhaul
Dune’s CEO announced Thursday that the crypto data company is cutting a quarter of its staff as part of a broader push to build out data tools for institutional investors — a segment the company sees as a major growth opportunity as more traditional financial assets move onto blockchain networks. Related Reading: Bitcoin Slump Forces […]
By Christian Encila 5/15/2026, 1:00:20 PM
XRP Leads Massive Crypto Rally As Traders Bet Big On US Regulatory Shift
XRP became the most traded asset on South Korea’s Upbit exchange in the last seven days, pulling in $110 million in 24-hour volume and outpacing both top cryptos Bitcoin and Ethereum. The surge came alongside the biggest inflows into US XRP exchange-traded funds in four months, even as Bitcoin and Ethereum funds saw money flowing out. Related...
By Christian Encila 5/15/2026, 1:00:16 PM
Musk v. OpenAI heads to jury after scorched‑earth closing arguments
Musk accuses OpenAI of hijacking his $38M “safe, open AI” nonprofit into a closed AGI cash machine for Altman and Microsoft; a jury now weighs trust, timing and power. In his closing for Musk, attorney Steven Molo told the nine‑person…
By Andrew Folkler 5/15/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Clarity Act Advances as Senate Banking Committee Passes Crypto Bill
Senate Banking Committee advances CLARITY Act in bipartisan vote, reshaping U.S. crypto regulatory framework. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/15/2026, 1:00:00 PM
BNB Price Prediction: Can Binance Coin Rally 40% as Whales Accumulate?
The post BNB Price Prediction: Can Binance Coin Rally 40% as Whales Accumulate? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Binance Coin (BNB) is quietly re-entering the spotlight as a combination of whale accumulation, accelerating ecosystem growth, and improving technical signals reignites bullish momentum. While much of the market remains focused...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 5/15/2026, 12:56:19 PM
Bank Employee Hijacks 78-Year-Old Dementia Patient’s Account, Drains $125,000 via Checks, Debit Card Use and Wire Transfers: DOJ
A former employee of a billion-dollar lender faces decades in prison over the disappearance of thousands of dollars from an ailing septuagenarian’s bank account. According to the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Rhode Island, former Santander Bank employee Carlos Bras drained over $125,000 starting in or about May of 2023 from...
By Mark Emem 5/15/2026, 12:55:27 PM
Bitcoin stalls above $80K despite CLARITY Act pass: What will trigger a breakout?
Bitcoin’s break above $82,000 and a return of strong institutional demand are prerequisites to confirm a trend change for BTC price.
By Nancy Lubale 5/15/2026, 12:49:42 PM
Trump signals openness to 20-year limit on Iran nuclear program
Trump's openness to a 20-year limit on Iran's nuclear program may foster diplomatic compromise, impacting future US-Iran relations and stability. The post Trump signals openness to 20-year limit on Iran nuclear program appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 12:49:03 PM
Markets raise odds for Federal Reserve rate hike after inflation report
Rising rate hike odds could disrupt investment strategies, impacting high-growth sectors and crypto, necessitating strategic repositioning. The post Markets raise odds for Federal Reserve rate hike after inflation report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 12:39:51 PM
Strategy to repurchase $1.5 billion of 2029 convertible bonds using cash or bitcoin sales
Led by Michael Saylor, the company aims to retire half of its outstanding 0% 2029 converts as it restructures liabilities tied to its bitcoin treasury strategy.
By James Van Straten 5/15/2026, 12:38:03 PM
How to Swap Monero (XMR) on StealthEX
The world of cryptocurrencies is evolving, but one thing remains a constant – privacy. It still is a paramount concern for many users. While Bitcoin and Ethereum offer a degree of transparency through public ledgers, it can sometimes also compromise anonymity. This is where protocols like Monero (XMR) step in. However, acquiring or swapping Monero...
By Bridgit Murphy 5/15/2026, 12:35:32 PM
Zcash price dips after surge, but bullish momentum remains intact
Zcash price fell to intraday lows of $532 after surging above $570. Over $5.1 million in Zcash futures positions were liquidated in the last 24 hours. Bullish case remains if buyers hold $500, but a breakdown could push ZEC toward $370. Zcash (ZEC) fell back below the $550 level on Friday morning, trading near $530 […] The post Zcash price dips...
By Benson Toti 5/15/2026, 12:30:51 PM
Moscow Exchange eyes 24/7 crypto trading in push to rival foreign platforms
MOEX's 24/7 crypto trading initiative could enhance Russia's digital asset market, challenging global platforms and influencing regulatory dynamics. The post Moscow Exchange eyes 24/7 crypto trading in push to rival foreign platforms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/15/2026, 12:26:55 PM
Irys Price Explosion After Upbit Listing Sparks Liquidation Frenzy
The post Irys Price Explosion After Upbit Listing Sparks Liquidation Frenzy appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Irys suddenly went from sleepy altcoin to leveraged chaos in less than 24 hours. The token ripped nearly 120% intraday, surging from around $0.05000 to $0.11000 before cooling off near $0.08370. And, unsurprisingly, traders who bet...
By Yash Jain 5/15/2026, 12:26:51 PM
Poland Passes Crypto Bill as Fraud Probe Deepens Political Divide
Bitcoin Magazine Poland Passes Crypto Bill as Fraud Probe Deepens Political Divide Polish lawmakers approved a long-debated crypto bill to align with the EU’s MiCA rules, as a fraud probe tied to a major exchange intensifies political tensions in Warsaw. This post Poland Passes Crypto Bill as Fraud Probe Deepens Political Divide first appeared on...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/15/2026, 12:26:36 PM
South Korea plans July rules for tokenized securities
South Korea's FSC is preparing detailed rules for tokenized securities before a legal framework for blockchain-based securities takes effect in February 2027.
By Zoltan Vardai 5/15/2026, 12:23:47 PM
Top 10 Metaverse Crypto Coins for May 2026
Metaverse coins are digital assets designed to power virtual worlds, where users can interact, create, and transact within immersive online environments. As the metaverse ecosystem expands, a growing number of platforms are introducing their own native tokens, which act as the foundation of their in-world economies. These tokens enable a wide...
By N/A 5/15/2026, 12:21:41 PM
Bybit captures 77% of CEX market share for BILL token trading
Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has emerged as the dominant marketplace for BILL, the native token … Continue reading The post Bybit captures 77% of CEX market share for BILL token trading appeared first on Finbold.
By Diana Paluteder 5/15/2026, 12:17:23 PM
Trusted Crypto Wallets 2026: IronWallet vs MetaMask vs Exodus
Compare IronWallet, MetaMask, and Exodus on privacy, chain coverage, gasless stablecoin transfers, fees, and platform fit in this 2026 non-custodial wallet review.
By Crypto Daily 5/15/2026, 12:15:02 PM
Trump family trust bought Coinbase and these crypto-related stocks in Q1, ethics filing shows
US President Donald Trump's family trust executed hundreds of millions of dollars in financial transactions during the first quarter of 2026, including the acquisition of stocks directly tied to the digital asset industry, even as his administration pushed sweeping, pro-cryptocurrency regulatory overhauls. According to a mandatory 278-T financial...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 5/15/2026, 12:13:46 PM
World Liberty Financial co-founder defends transparency of smart contracts amid Justin Sun lawsuit
The lawsuit highlights the critical need for clear communication and investor awareness in DeFi, beyond just the transparency of on-chain code. The post World Liberty Financial co-founder defends transparency of smart contracts amid Justin Sun lawsuit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 12:13:26 PM
Winklevoss’ Gemini jumps 25% on $100 million bitcoin infusion despite deepening losses
Gemini's revenue improved 42% year-over-year to $50.3 million, helping narrow its net loss by 27% from $149.3 million a year earlier.
By Olivier Acuna 5/15/2026, 12:12:14 PM
US CPI rises 0.6% in April, bond yields climb amid inflation concerns
Rising inflation and bond yields may shift investor preference towards safer assets, impacting speculative markets like cryptocurrencies. The post US CPI rises 0.6% in April, bond yields climb amid inflation concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 12:11:19 PM
Senate Committee Greenlights CLARITY Act: Big Win For XRP?
A Washington vote is suddenly does what chart patterns & social-media hype rarely can: it has given crypto a clear regulatory playground. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 5/15/2026, 12:10:00 PM
Thorchain Loses Nearly $11M as Attackers Poison Vault Churn Process Across 4 Chains
Thorchain suffered an estimated $10 to $11 million exploit on Friday, after attackers used vault churn address poisoning to redirect funds during a routine migration process across multiple blockchains. Thorchain Funds Compromised Onchain investigator ZachXBT first flagged the incident via his Telegram channel, placing initial losses above $7.4...
By Jamie Redman 5/15/2026, 12:09:24 PM
After CLARITY: How the US Crypto Framework Stacks Up Against MiCA, MAS, and VARA
After years of regulating crypto largely through lawsuits and overlapping agency claims, the United States has finally moved closer to a formal market structure framework. The passage of the CLARITY Act would place the US alongside jurisdictions such as the European Union, Singapore, the UAE, and Hong Kong, all of which already operate under...
By Tanya Chepkova 5/15/2026, 12:09:08 PM
Israel strikes Lebanon amid US peace talks, ceasefire extension in doubt
The airstrikes risk derailing peace efforts, highlighting the fragility of diplomatic solutions amid ongoing regional tensions. The post Israel strikes Lebanon amid US peace talks, ceasefire extension in doubt appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 12:01:49 PM
How USDC expansion via Coinbase can reshape Hyperliquid’s supply dynamics
The Coinbase partnership raises questions on USDC's dominance and HYPE's supply dynamics.
By Ritika Gupta 5/15/2026, 12:00:29 PM
Bitcoin Fails $82,000 Breakout Three Times As Short-Term Holders Sell
Bitcoin has failed three attempts to break above the $82,000 area, with short-term holders repeatedly selling into strength, according to a May 15 market brief from on-chain analyst Axel Adler Jr. The setup puts the market in a narrow technical and behavioral squeeze, where the 200-day simple moving average is acting as resistance while short-term...
By Jake Simmons 5/15/2026, 12:00:13 PM
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP edge down, testing support as resistance holds
Cryptocurrency prices are broadly correcting on Friday, following a failed attempt to recover losses incurred earlier in the week after the United States (US) Senate Banking Committee advanced the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, commonly known as the Clarity Act of 2025.
By N/A 5/15/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Khamenei’s death fuels speculation on Iran leadership change by year-end
Khamenei's death may lead to shifts in Iran's regional influence and policy direction, impacting geopolitical dynamics and market expectations. The post Khamenei’s death fuels speculation on Iran leadership change by year-end appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 11:59:34 AM
Can PIEVERSE Finally Break Above $1 Again?
The post Can PIEVERSE Finally Break Above $1 Again? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News PIEVERSE is back knocking on the $1 door after surviving a brutal correction that looked ready to erase the entire late-April rally. Instead, buyers stepped in aggressively near the $0.37 to $0.47 demand zone, and suddenly the market’s mood flipped from...
By Yash Jain 5/15/2026, 11:58:57 AM
Bitcoin (BTC) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: How High Will BTC Price Go?
The post Bitcoin (BTC) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: How High Will BTC Price Go? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights Bitcoin is currently trading at: Bitcoin holds strong near $75K in 2026, signaling accumulation. A breakout above $82K could drive BTC toward $120K–$150K this cycle. BTC remains range-bound between...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 5/15/2026, 11:57:35 AM
Can BNB price break above $750 as double bottom pattern forms?
BNB price continued climbing this week as bulls attempted to confirm a breakout above a key neckline resistance zone, with a bullish double bottom structure on the daily chart signaling the potential for a larger upside move toward the $750…
By Rony Roy 5/15/2026, 11:52:53 AM
OKX, Korea Investment and Securities said to be in talks for 40% of Coinone
OKX's planned move into the South Korean market would echo that of Binance, which completed its acquisition of Seoul-based Gopax last year.
By Jamie Crawley 5/15/2026, 11:52:38 AM
Bitcoin risks ‘next downtrend’ as traders diverge on fate of $82K resistance
Bitcoin traders split between a "massive catch-up" with stocks and the start of its "next downtrend" as BTC price action failed to flip $82,000 to support.
By William Suberg 5/15/2026, 11:49:05 AM
Trump’s Golden Dome missile-defense shield costs rise to $1.2T, CBO estimates
The rising costs of the missile-defense shield could strain future defense budgets, impacting broader military priorities and fiscal policies. The post Trump’s Golden Dome missile-defense shield costs rise to $1.2T, CBO estimates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 11:48:26 AM
Federal Reserve faces hawkish shift in rate outlook as Iran war reshapes inflation expectations
The Fed's hawkish shift could strain economic growth, impact crypto liquidity, and challenge inflation control, altering future rate strategies. The post Federal Reserve faces hawkish shift in rate outlook as Iran war reshapes inflation expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 11:47:24 AM
Exaforce raises $125M to scale AI-powered security operations platform
Exaforce's funding surge highlights the growing reliance on AI for advanced cybersecurity, potentially reshaping industry standards and practices. The post Exaforce raises $125M to scale AI-powered security operations platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 11:45:38 AM