Robinhood Chain memecoin launchpad Vlad.fun halts after ‘internal integrity’ issue
Vlad.fun suspended its platform after discovering a “serious internal integrity issue” involving members of its team, without disclosing the nature of the alleged misconduct.
By Cointelegraph 7/16/2026, 7:43:45 AM
Bahrain intercepts Iranian missile, drone attacks amid 2026 Iran war escalation
The interception underscores rising military tensions, threatening regional stability and complicating diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire. The post Bahrain intercepts Iranian missile, drone attacks amid 2026 Iran war escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 7:41:41 AM
ADA Price Prediction: Flush to $0.14 or Short Squeeze to $0.17 — Here's the 30-Day Call
Cardano is grinding below every major moving average at $0.163 with MACD momentum at dead zero and a suspiciously thin volume profile — the bear case to $0.14 carries 65% odds, but an oversold stoc... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 7:40:48 AM
Bahrain intercepts Iranian missiles and drones as Gulf conflict rattles crypto markets
Escalating Gulf tensions threaten global oil supply stability, potentially impacting markets and increasing geopolitical risks for investors. The post Bahrain intercepts Iranian missiles and drones as Gulf conflict rattles crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 7:38:00 AM
XRP Finally Crosses the 8M Activated Accounts Milestone After 13 Years
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has officially crossed the 8 million activated accounts milestone for the first time in history. The latest milestone confirms that the XRP ecosystem's user base continues to grow despite the difficult market conditions that have dampened investor sentiment since Q4 2025. Visit Website
By Sam Wisdom Raphael 7/16/2026, 7:35:00 AM
Ukraine strikes six Russian tankers, two tugboats in Black Sea operation
Ukraine's maritime strikes highlight a strategic shift to economic warfare, potentially isolating Crimea and impacting Russia's energy exports. The post Ukraine strikes six Russian tankers, two tugboats in Black Sea operation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 7:31:54 AM
Bitcoin rally has “borrowed strength” without spot demand, Bitfinex says
Bitfinex warns Bitcoin’s CPI rally lacks steady spot demand, with ETF flows and the $68,000-$68,300 range now key tests.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/16/2026, 7:31:45 AM
XRP Price Prediction: Coiled at $1.11 — The $1.14 Wall Decides Everything
XRP is trading in a dead zone at $1.11, with momentum completely exhausted and a critical SMA-50 cluster at $1.14 acting as the line in the sand; break it and $1.20 becomes a realistic two-week tar... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 7:31:37 AM
US forces disable tanker Belma after it defied naval blockade in Arabian Gulf
The incident underscores heightened geopolitical tensions and signals increased risks for shipping investors amid stricter enforcement actions. The post US forces disable tanker Belma after it defied naval blockade in Arabian Gulf appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 7:30:58 AM
Rangers agree transfer terms for midfielder Vanja Dragojevic
Rangers' acquisition of Dragojevic signals a strategic squad overhaul, potentially enhancing their competitive edge and future transfer profits. The post Rangers agree transfer terms for midfielder Vanja Dragojevic appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 7:30:40 AM
US disables tanker Belma enforcing Iran blockade amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
The US's strategic enforcement of the blockade may deter vessel transit, impacting regional trade dynamics and geopolitical stability. The post US disables tanker Belma enforcing Iran blockade amid Strait of Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 7:30:25 AM
Saylor Hoards $3 Billion in Cash as Strategy’s $55 Billion Bitcoin Bet Sinks $9.9 Billion Underwater
Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) now pairs a $3 billion U.S. dollar reserve with 843,775 BTC worth roughly $55 billion, a barbell structure executive chairman Michael Saylor is pitching as the company’s path through the bear market. A New Strategy, No Pun Intended The world’s largest corporate bitcoin holder has stopped stacking and started hoarding...
By Shiraz Jagati 7/16/2026, 7:30:00 AM
BNB Price Prediction: $600 Within Reach but the 50-Day SMA Will Decide Everything
BNB is coiling at $582 in a tight range, with MACD momentum fully exhausted and a Stochastic bullish cross forming — but the 50-day SMA at $593 stands as a hard ceiling. Clear it on volume and $600... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 7:25:04 AM
Jesse Pollak steps back from Base App after social bet falls short
Base has overhauled its growth strategy after its creator-first approach fell behind competing blockchain ecosystems in prediction markets and perpetual futures, prompting founder Jesse Pollak to step back from leading the Base App. According to a Wednesday post by Base…
By Rony Roy 7/16/2026, 7:24:56 AM
XRP Ledger surpasses 8M activated accounts amid dip in daily activity
The divergence between account growth and user engagement on the XRP Ledger may impact future network utility and investor confidence. The post XRP Ledger surpasses 8M activated accounts amid dip in daily activity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 7:23:38 AM
CryptoQuant warns of deleveraging risk as exchange leverage hits historical extremes
Excessive leverage in crypto markets heightens systemic risk, potentially triggering rapid market downturns and investor losses. The post CryptoQuant warns of deleveraging risk as exchange leverage hits historical extremes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 7:21:50 AM
US House Financial Services Committee to hold hearing on CLARITY Act
The hearing could accelerate regulatory clarity, boosting investor confidence and potentially unlocking significant value in the crypto market. The post US House Financial Services Committee to hold hearing on CLARITY Act appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 7:21:48 AM
South Korea halts new single-stock leveraged ETFs, raises deposit requirements
South Korea's regulatory shift highlights the need for balanced innovation in financial markets to prevent volatility and protect investors. The post South Korea halts new single-stock leveraged ETFs, raises deposit requirements appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 7:21:12 AM
Iran releases US citizen Dena Karari after nearly a year in custody
Karari's release may signal a diplomatic thaw, potentially paving the way for broader US-Iran agreements and regional stability efforts. The post Iran releases US citizen Dena Karari after nearly a year in custody appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 7:18:30 AM
ZachXBT calls hardware wallets “garbage,” says Ledger is the worst
ZachXBT calls hardware wallets “garbage,” targets Ledger, and suggests a dedicated iPhone for managing large crypto holdings.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/16/2026, 7:17:11 AM
BlackRock Doubles Down on Digital Assets Despite 40% Drop in Crypto AUM
Tokenised funds, stablecoins and digital wallets remain central to BlackRock's roadmap even as weaker crypto markets reduced digital asset holdings. The post BlackRock Doubles Down on Digital Assets Despite 40% Drop in Crypto AUM appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 7/16/2026, 7:16:24 AM
ETH Price Prediction: Momentum Flatlines at $1,960 Wall — Dip or Rip?
ETH is pressing a tight resistance cluster between $1,956 and $1,992 with MACD momentum fully exhausted and Stochastics deep in overbought territory. Either bulls force a decisive close above $2,00... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 7:16:01 AM
Trump to Meet Senators on CLARITY Act Ahead of Senate Push
The post Trump to Meet Senators on CLARITY Act Ahead of Senate Push appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with a group of senators at the White House on Thursday to discuss the CLARITY Act and its progress in the Senate, according to Politico. Lawmakers are aiming to pass the cryptocurrency...
By Nidhi Kolhapur 7/16/2026, 7:15:29 AM
Pi Network Plans V25 Protocol Upgrade on July 22
The post Pi Network Plans V25 Protocol Upgrade on July 22 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Pi Network said it plans to upgrade its network to the V25 protocol on July 22. The update is expected to introduce BN254 cryptography, Poseidon hashing, and support for zero-knowledge proofs, along with privacy-focused smart contract features and...
By Nidhi Kolhapur 7/16/2026, 7:13:34 AM
Australia Cracks Down on AI Data Centers With Mandatory Clean Energy Rules
New AI standards will require major data centres to improve sustainability, while firms spanning AI and crypto could face added compliance duties. The post Australia Cracks Down on AI Data Centers With Mandatory Clean Energy Rules appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 7/16/2026, 7:12:43 AM
Lido DAO Price Forecast: LDO extends rally as bulls eye further 10% upside
Lido DAO (LDO) extends a four-day rally with nearly 4% gains on Thursday, emerging as a top performer so far this week.
By N/A 7/16/2026, 7:08:34 AM
BTC Price Prediction: Flatlined Momentum at $64,752 Puts the $66K Bull Case on a 72-Hour Clock
Bitcoin is parked at $64,752 with its MACD histogram printing a dead zero and price sitting a hair below the daily pivot — a setup that resolves either with a clean break above $66,122 or a fast tr... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 7:07:18 AM
Hyundai Motor Group acquires SoftBank stake to fully own Boston Dynamics
Hyundai's full acquisition of Boston Dynamics could accelerate robotics integration in manufacturing, potentially reshaping industrial automation. The post Hyundai Motor Group acquires SoftBank stake to fully own Boston Dynamics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 7:07:02 AM
Grok 4.5 claims second place on FrontierSWE leaderboard, beating Claude Opus 4.8 and GPT-5.5
Grok 4.5's rise highlights the intensifying AI competition, potentially reshaping software development economics and decentralized compute demand. The post Grok 4.5 claims second place on FrontierSWE leaderboard, beating Claude Opus 4.8 and GPT-5.5 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 7:05:55 AM
Nationwide Telehealth Provider Paying California Customers in $1,800,000 Data Tracking Settlement
A telehealth provider has agreed to a $1.8 million class action settlement over alleged unauthorized sharing of patients' data via third-party tracking pixels. The post Nationwide Telehealth Provider Paying California Customers in $1,800,000 Data Tracking Settlement appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Staff 7/16/2026, 7:04:02 AM
Pakistan urges Iran, US to end violence, resume talks amid rising tensions
Pakistan's mediation could stabilize the region, boosting market confidence in potential US-Iran diplomatic resolutions by 2026. The post Pakistan urges Iran, US to end violence, resume talks amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 7:02:50 AM
England’s World Cup exit highlights growing intersection of football and crypto betting markets
The intertwining of football and crypto betting markets could reshape fan engagement and financial dynamics in sports. The post England’s World Cup exit highlights growing intersection of football and crypto betting markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 7:02:48 AM
TSMC has no fixed timeline for additional US investment despite $165 billion commitment
TSMC's uncertain US investment timeline could delay advancements in crypto and AI sectors, impacting global tech supply chains and economies. The post TSMC has no fixed timeline for additional US investment despite $165 billion commitment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 6:59:19 AM
Strategy Defends $3B Cash Reserve, Says Bitcoin Strategy Remains Unchanged
Strategy CEO Phong Le says the firm's $3 billion cash reserve exists to reassure preferred shareholders, debt stays safe unless Bitcoin drops to $8,000–$10,000, and its BTC strategy is intact. The post Strategy Defends $3B Cash Reserve, Says Bitcoin Strategy Remains Unchanged appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 7/16/2026, 6:57:25 AM
Tanzania central bank preps crypto, stablecoin regulations
Tanzania's regulatory shift may enhance digital asset integration, aligning with global trends and potentially boosting cryptocurrency market confidence. The post Tanzania central bank preps crypto, stablecoin regulations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 6:57:21 AM
Ethereum Price Breaks $1,900 as Whales Fuel Next ETH Rally
The post Ethereum Price Breaks $1,900 as Whales Fuel Next ETH Rally appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ethereum price recovery gained pace today as ETH rose above $1,900, backed by fresh whale accumulation and strengthening spot market demand. On-chain data shows newly created wallets acquired nearly $58 million worth of ETH. The latest...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 7/16/2026, 6:55:10 AM
ONDO Price Surges 18% After DTCC Partnership: Can the Rally Continue to $0.5?
The post ONDO Price Surges 18% After DTCC Partnership: Can the Rally Continue to $0.5? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News ONDO price has displayed a magnificent run and gained the spotlight after a massive surge of nearly 18%, reaching an intraday high of $0.374. The move was followed by an announcement of its partnership with DTCC Tokenised...
By Sahana Vibhute 7/16/2026, 6:54:00 AM
U.S. Freezes $131M in Crypto Linked to Iran Amid Escalating Conflict
US sanctions officials added four Tron wallet addresses to the Central Bank of Iran’s sanctions listing on July 14, and Tether froze about US$131 million (AU$187.33 million) in USDT held in the wallets, the Treasury’s latest action against what it calls Iran’s illicit use of digital assets. The freeze works in two steps. The Office […] The post...
By Jos Oramas 7/16/2026, 6:53:16 AM
TSMC profits surge 77% on AI demand, signaling sustained compute buildout
TSMC's profit surge highlights the critical role of semiconductor advancements in sustaining AI and blockchain infrastructure growth globally. The post TSMC profits surge 77% on AI demand, signaling sustained compute buildout appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 6:51:56 AM
India bans seafarer deployment on Hormuz routes as strait blockade threatens global energy markets
India's seafarer ban signals escalating risks in Hormuz, potentially destabilizing global energy markets and impacting financial systems. The post India bans seafarer deployment on Hormuz routes as strait blockade threatens global energy markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 6:51:52 AM
Russia struggles to deliver crude oil amid 135 million barrel backlog at sea
Russia's oil backlog highlights the severe impact of sanctions, risking long-term damage to its oil industry and disrupting global energy markets. The post Russia struggles to deliver crude oil amid 135 million barrel backlog at sea appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 6:51:38 AM
EXMO Pulls the Plug: Sanctioned Crypto Exchange Winds Down, Leaves Users Holding IOU Tokens
EXMO.com announced that it is beginning an orderly wind-down of the platform, citing UK financial sanctions against legal entities within the EXMO.com group. The exchange said it disputes the sanctions but is cooperating with authorities. The designation traces back to May 26, 2026, when the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office added...
By Arnab Shome 7/16/2026, 6:49:47 AM
Iran warns of regional strikes if US targets infrastructure
Iran's warning could further destabilize the region, complicating diplomatic efforts and reducing the likelihood of a US-Iran deal by 2026. The post Iran warns of regional strikes if US targets infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 6:43:55 AM
Hyperion DeFi to deploy 500K HYPE for Hyperliquid HIP-3 markets
The deal gives Hyperion an equity stake in Skew and a share of listing-service revenue as it expands the utility of its HYPE treasury assets.
By Yohan Yun 7/16/2026, 6:41:14 AM
Nikkei 225 Slides 3.2% as Japan Stocks Lose $240 Billion in One Hour
The post Nikkei 225 Slides 3.2% as Japan Stocks Lose $240 Billion in One Hour appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Japan’s stock market lost more than ¥39.4 trillion ($240 billion) in market value within an hour as the Nikkei 225 fell 3.2%, triggering a broad sell-off. Technology shares led the decline, with Kioxia dropping 12% after weakness...
By Nidhi Kolhapur 7/16/2026, 6:35:48 AM
Polymarket prices BTC above $54K at 99.95% as dormant wallet stirs
A long-dormant Bitcoin wallet from the late-2017 peak moved 5,908 BTC—about $383 million—to a new address, not an exchange deposit, hinting at custody changes or an OTC deal. (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 6:35:27 AM
California duo accused of laundering crypto from fentanyl and meth sales
A California pair has been indicted on allegations of running a darknet drug operation that prosecutors say generated hundreds of thousands of dollars in cryptocurrency proceeds from fentanyl and methamphetamine sales. According to a Wednesday statement from the U.S. Department…
By Rony Roy 7/16/2026, 6:33:12 AM
Legendary Trader Spots Possible Bitcoin Bottom Pattern
Peter Brandt has identified a potential "inverted head and shoulders" bottoming pattern.
By Alex Dovbnya 7/16/2026, 6:32:06 AM
Luno Pushes South Africa to Rewrite Crypto Rules Through Parliament, Not Proclamation
Luno has formally challenged South Africa’s proposed capital flow regulations, which aim to place digital assets under a modernized exchange control regime. Strict Enforcement and Steep Penalties Cryptocurrency exchange Luno has launched a formal challenge against a proposed overhaul of South Africa’s foreign exchange laws, arguing that the...
By Terence Zimwara 7/16/2026, 6:30:18 AM
IRGC claims destruction of US military assets at Bahrain airbase
Escalation in Iran-US tensions could destabilize Gulf security, impacting regional markets and prompting diplomatic interventions. The post IRGC claims destruction of US military assets at Bahrain airbase appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 6:29:00 AM