Volvo Group tests its own cryptocurrency for supplier payments
Volvo Group tests a proprietary cryptocurrency for supplier transactions as it explores blockchain for payments, traceability and compliance.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/16/2026, 11:42:13 AM
Esports milestones highlight gaming’s growing economic footprint as crypto sponsorships reshape competitive scenes
Esports' economic influence expands as crypto sponsorships redefine industry dynamics, highlighting gaming's evolving financial landscape. The post Esports milestones highlight gaming’s growing economic footprint as crypto sponsorships reshape competitive scenes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:37:40 AM
Energy stocks surge 20% in 2026 amid US-Israel-Iran tensions
Geopolitical tensions may sustain elevated oil prices, boosting energy stocks but risking broader economic instability and market volatility. The post Energy stocks surge 20% in 2026 amid US-Israel-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 11:36:35 AM
TSMC’s AI run: How high can the world’s most important chipmaker go?
TSMC's dominance in chip manufacturing underscores global tech dependency, posing risks from geopolitical tensions and supply constraints. The post TSMC’s AI run: How high can the world’s most important chipmaker go? appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:35:58 AM
Tether invests $20M in Ualá, completing $197M funding round that values Argentine neobank at $3.2B
Ual's funding boost highlights the intensifying fintech competition in Latin America, driven by economic instability and digital adoption. The post Tether invests $20M in Ualá, completing $197M funding round that values Argentine neobank at $3.2B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:35:37 AM
ARK pushes back against a16z’s ‘TradFi wants blockchain, not DeFi’ claim
ARK Invest’s director of research disputed a16z crypto’s thesis that traditional finance will adopt permissioned blockchain infrastructure instead of decentralized finance, saying institutions will increasingly rely on DeFi rails.
By Yohan Yun 7/16/2026, 11:35:30 AM
SK Hynix lands on Nasdaq in $28 billion ADR listing, giving US investors direct access to Micron’s biggest rival
SK Hynix's Nasdaq listing may reduce the "Korean discount," impacting global semiconductor valuations and AI infrastructure economics. The post SK Hynix lands on Nasdaq in $28 billion ADR listing, giving US investors direct access to Micron’s biggest rival appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:34:37 AM
Bitget brings 100 tokenized U.S. stocks into one margin pool
Bitget launches a unified account combining 370+ assets and 100 tokenized US stocks for margin, borrowing and trading across one pool.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/16/2026, 11:30:21 AM
Stanford Study: Polymarket’s Bitcoin Bets Were Rigged in the Final 10 Seconds
A small group of traders extracted $8.2 million from Polymarket’s five-minute bitcoin contracts by pushing the spot price on Binance just before settlement, researchers from Stanford University and Singapore Management University found. Striking New Findings Emerge Polymarket’s fastest bitcoin betting product shows systematic signs of settlement...
By Shiraz Jagati 7/16/2026, 11:30:19 AM
The most popular bitcoin call option has slipped by $10,000
Your day-ahead look for July 18, 2026
By Omkar Godbole 7/16/2026, 11:27:53 AM
Stable leads blockchains in 30-day TVL growth, Monad hits $621M after Aave deployment
Emerging blockchains like Stable and Monad highlight the shifting dynamics in DeFi, challenging established players and attracting new capital. The post Stable leads blockchains in 30-day TVL growth, Monad hits $621M after Aave deployment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:27:22 AM
Rebooting the internet: inside the open-source project to let AI programs pay each other
The newly-convened x402 Foundation is a neutral space where competitors and payment methods can work together to create an open standard for AI agentic commerce.
By Ian Allison 7/16/2026, 11:22:37 AM
PEPE Price Prediction: Stochastic Crossover Sets Up a Decisive Move — Bulls Have a Narrow Window
PEPE is caught in a momentum dead zone with RSI pinned near the midline and MACD running flat, but a developing Stochastic crossover and upper-half Bollinger Band positioning give bulls a slim but ... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 11:21:21 AM
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink expresses bullish outlook on bitcoin’s stability
Fink's bullish stance on Bitcoin's stability may drive institutional adoption, reshaping crypto's role in traditional finance markets. The post BlackRock CEO Larry Fink expresses bullish outlook on bitcoin’s stability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:20:41 AM
Fewer vessels travel through Hormuz as US resumes blockade
The resumed blockade heightens global energy market volatility, increases shipping costs, and pressures Iran towards alternative trade solutions. The post Fewer vessels travel through Hormuz as US resumes blockade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:19:44 AM
South Korea’s $1.45B leverage wipeout hits young traders hardest
South Korean retail traders reportedly lose $1.45B in a leverage rout, with investors in their 20s and 30s bearing most liquidations.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/16/2026, 11:17:01 AM
Kuwait air defenses counter drone threats amid US-Iran tensions
Rising drone threats in Kuwait could destabilize regional security, influencing military strategies and prediction market dynamics. The post Kuwait air defenses counter drone threats amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 11:15:49 AM
ALGO Price Prediction: Dead Cat Territory or Coiled Spring at $0.08?
ALGO is pinned at $0.08 with every major moving average stacked overhead as overhead supply and momentum flatlined at zero—the path of least resistance remains lower, but a stochastic reading deep ... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 11:13:48 AM
Trump expands military strikes on Iran, releases detained US citizen
The dual approach of military escalation and diplomatic gestures may alter U.S.-Iran relations, impacting regional stability and global markets. The post Trump expands military strikes on Iran, releases detained US citizen appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 11:13:38 AM
Is using an old iPhone safer than a crypto hardware wallet? ZachXBT thinks so
ZachXBT recently argued that a dedicated iPhone offers better security than a hardware wallet, a line of reasoning that already splits crypto's security community. Both devices are fundamentally signing devices, and the real vulnerability crypto has spent a decade building around lives in what a valid signature gets to do once it exists. Hardware...
By Gino Matos 7/16/2026, 11:12:25 AM
Kuwait army confronts Iranian drones amid Gulf tensions
Kuwait's military engagement with Iranian drones highlights escalating Gulf tensions, risking broader regional conflict and market volatility. The post Kuwait army confronts Iranian drones amid Gulf tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 11:09:55 AM
Newcastle and Nottingham Forest battle over Fiorentina’s Dodo as Premier League clubs flex transfer spending power
Premier League clubs' aggressive spending highlights their financial dominance, potentially reshaping European football's competitive landscape. The post Newcastle and Nottingham Forest battle over Fiorentina’s Dodo as Premier League clubs flex transfer spending power appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:09:40 AM
NOXCAT Wallet Beta Officially Launches: Rebuilding Web3 Peer-to-Peer Trust Through an Encrypted Social System
NOXCAT Wallet Beta Officially Launches: Rebuilding Web3 Peer-to-Peer Trust Through an Encrypted Social System
By Chainwire 7/16/2026, 11:09:11 AM
AAVE Horizon now supports JAAA as borrowable collateral for leveraged strategies up to 5x
AAVE Horizon's support for JAAA as collateral could enhance DeFi's integration with traditional finance, but liquidity and dependency risks persist. The post AAVE Horizon now supports JAAA as borrowable collateral for leveraged strategies up to 5x appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:08:47 AM
Ukraine intensifies military efforts as Putin’s confidence in Russian forces wanes
Ukraine's military escalation amid Russia's waning confidence could destabilize Russian domestic politics and alter geopolitical dynamics. The post Ukraine intensifies military efforts as Putin’s confidence in Russian forces wanes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 11:08:34 AM
Liverpool reaches agreement in principle with Dominik Szoboszlai on new contract
Liverpool's proactive contract strategy enhances squad stability and market value, reflecting broader Premier League economic trends. The post Liverpool reaches agreement in principle with Dominik Szoboszlai on new contract appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:07:54 AM
Israel’s economy shrinks 3.8% in Q1 as Iran conflict hammers consumer spending
The economic contraction highlights the vulnerability of consumer-driven economies to geopolitical conflicts, potentially prolonging recovery efforts. The post Israel’s economy shrinks 3.8% in Q1 as Iran conflict hammers consumer spending appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:07:37 AM
Fed and Bank of Korea assess AI’s impact on inflation dynamics
AI's dual impact on inflation suggests initial economic strain, followed by stabilization, influencing global monetary policies and growth strategies. The post Fed and Bank of Korea assess AI’s impact on inflation dynamics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:06:08 AM
US military completes strikes on Iran targeting Bandar Abbas, raising oil supply fears that could ripple through crypto markets
Escalating tensions may disrupt oil supply, fueling inflation and impacting crypto markets through potential shifts in central bank policies. The post US military completes strikes on Iran targeting Bandar Abbas, raising oil supply fears that could ripple through crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:05:18 AM
Chinese AI firms gain traction as Anthropic and OpenAI restrict models
US export controls inadvertently boosted Chinese AI firms, reshaping market dynamics and potentially altering global AI leadership and dependencies. The post Chinese AI firms gain traction as Anthropic and OpenAI restrict models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:05:17 AM
Graham Platner exits Maine Senate race amid sexual assault allegation
Platner's withdrawal destabilizes the Democratic campaign, potentially altering Maine's Senate race dynamics and impacting party confidence. The post Graham Platner exits Maine Senate race amid sexual assault allegation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 11:04:55 AM
Is (Ripple) XRP Finally Ready to Break Out? Here Are 3 Reasons Why
Whales have renewed their interest in the asset.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 7/16/2026, 11:03:54 AM
Chinese AI firms challenge Anthropic with open, free models
Chinese AI firms' open models may reshape global AI competition, pressuring U.S. firms' market dominance and prompting strategic shifts. The post Chinese AI firms challenge Anthropic with open, free models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 11:03:09 AM
Bitcoin Futures Basis Explained: What the Post-CPI Reset Says About Leverage
June CPI cooldown cut headline inflation to 3.5% as CME BTC basis slipped below 4% and open interest hit cycle lows. Post-CPI signals lighter leverage.
By Maya Collins 7/16/2026, 11:01:57 AM
FBI arrests Florida man over $220K crypto theft using malware hidden in video games
The incident highlights the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in digital distribution platforms to protect crypto investors. The post FBI arrests Florida man over $220K crypto theft using malware hidden in video games appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 11:01:10 AM
Wall Street’s profit boom pressures Europe to revise banking rules, and crypto is watching from the sidelines
Europe's banking rules face pressure to adapt, potentially reshaping regulatory landscapes and impacting global financial competitiveness. The post Wall Street’s profit boom pressures Europe to revise banking rules, and crypto is watching from the sidelines appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 10:59:57 AM
Trump’s CLARITY push is now about beating China
Trump reframed the CLARITY Act as a race against China. Inside the pitch, the vote math, and the ethics fight the framing cannot solve.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/16/2026, 10:59:51 AM
Filipe Luís calls Jorginho as Monaco pursuit begins in earnest
Monaco's strategic recruitment under Filipe Lus could reshape their squad dynamics, emphasizing Brazilian influence in European football. The post Filipe Luís calls Jorginho as Monaco pursuit begins in earnest appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 10:58:01 AM
INJ Price Prediction: Coiling at the Upper Band With a Dead MACD — Expect $4.85 Before $5.34
INJ is pressing against its upper Bollinger Band at $5.05 while the MACD has gone completely flat — a stalling pattern that typically resolves with a flush before any real breakout. The high-probab... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 10:56:33 AM
Fed Chair Says No Industry, Including Crypto, Should Expect Bailouts
The post Fed Chair Says No Industry, Including Crypto, Should Expect Bailouts appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said the Fed does not want to be in the business of bailing out any sector, including the cryptocurrency industry, during a July 14 hearing before the U.S. House Financial Services Committee....
By Nidhi Kolhapur 7/16/2026, 10:52:46 AM
Cantor, Securitize bring IPOs onchain in Wall Street tokenization push
Cantor and Securitize partner to bring IPOs and follow-on offerings onchain, combining traditional markets with blockchain-based issuance.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/16/2026, 10:51:17 AM
XRP whales scoop up 70 million tokens in a week
XRP whales – wallets holding at least 1 million tokens – have been on a buying spree over the past … Continue reading The post XRP whales scoop up 70 million tokens in a week appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 7/16/2026, 10:50:43 AM
The Truth About No-ID Casinos: Can You Gamble Anonymously and Safely?
Can you really trust no-ID casinos? Learn how no KYC gambling works, what regulations are changing, how to spot trustworthy platforms, and why transparency matters as much as privacy.
By Crypto Daily 7/16/2026, 10:50:40 AM
Hanwha Life Esports advances to EWC26 playoffs, and crypto prediction markets are paying attention
HLE's playoff success highlights the growing synergy between esports and crypto markets, signaling potential shifts in digital finance trends. The post Hanwha Life Esports advances to EWC26 playoffs, and crypto prediction markets are paying attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 10:50:33 AM
CRV Price Prediction: Caught in a Compression Trap — $0.23 or $0.19 Decides It All
CRV is coiling at $0.2134 with every short-term moving average stacked into a single node and momentum completely dead — today's intraday rejection off $0.2237 already handed the edge to sellers, a... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 10:50:14 AM
XLM extends recovery amid rising Open Interest
TL;DR XLM is trading higher on Thursday after defending key support levels earlier this week. Rising Open Interest (OI) and positive funding rates suggest fresh capital is flowing into both markets. XLM remains below major resistance levels despite showing signs that bearish momentum is fading. Stellar’s XLM continues its recovery on Thursday,...
By Hassan Maishera 7/16/2026, 10:50:10 AM
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETFs hold $78B in AUM, attract $51B since January 2024
The rise of Bitcoin ETFs, led by BlackRock, signals increased institutional control, potentially impacting Bitcoin's market dynamics and liquidity. The post BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETFs hold $78B in AUM, attract $51B since January 2024 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 10:49:11 AM
Aston Villa eyes João Palhinha as Bayern Munich opens door on cut-price deal
Aston Villa's pursuit of Palhinha highlights shifting transfer market dynamics, where clubs reassess player value amid financial constraints. The post Aston Villa eyes João Palhinha as Bayern Munich opens door on cut-price deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 10:48:34 AM
Moonshot AI plans Kimi K3 launch to challenge Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.8
Moonshot AI's Kimi K3 launch could disrupt AI pricing, intensify US-China tech rivalry, and boost decentralized compute networks' relevance. The post Moonshot AI plans Kimi K3 launch to challenge Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.8 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 10:48:15 AM
Permission Delegation Coming to XRP Ledger: Here's Why It Matters
New XRP Ledger feature could make institutional treasury management easier.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 7/16/2026, 10:45:31 AM