Saudi Arabia moves to tokenize its multi-trillion economy
Saudi Arabia is pushing to tokenize its multi-trillion economy to protect national wealth from global shocks. Vision 2030 drives on-chain asset strategy Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which manages roughly $1 trillion in assets, approved its 2026-2030 strategy in April,…
By Peace Longe 5/15/2026, 8:45:00 PM
Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon, escalating regional conflict
The escalation may destabilize the region further, potentially leading to broader military engagements and impacting geopolitical stability. The post Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon, escalating regional conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 8:44:55 PM
Trump calls Iran’s latest nuclear proposal ‘unacceptable,’ raising stakes for Middle East diplomacy
Trump's rejection of Iran's proposal heightens Middle East tensions, impacting global energy markets and diplomatic stability. The post Trump calls Iran’s latest nuclear proposal ‘unacceptable,’ raising stakes for Middle East diplomacy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 8:41:05 PM
The CLARITY Act Is Not The Only Win For XRP, Here Are Other Wins For Ripple
Crypto pundit Pumpius has revealed how the CLARITY Act represents a “massive” win for XRP with key provisions to protect its ecosystem. He also alluded to another recent development, which will enable the altcoin to take over the global financial system. Pundit Highlights CLARITY Act As A Major Win For XRP In an X post, […]
By Scott Matherson 5/15/2026, 8:30:26 PM
Dogecoin Recovery Push Continues, But Bears Still Threaten One Final Drop
Dogecoin continues to show signs of recovery as bulls gradually push prices higher from recent lows. However, despite the improving momentum, the broader market structure still suggests caution, with bears attempting to keep the rally contained below key resistance levels. Building Momentum Ahead Of Potential Breakout Dogecoin is still climbing...
By Godspower Owie 5/15/2026, 8:30:13 PM
KuCoin data flags 250 wrapped Bitcoin sale worth $20.3m
An anonymous address sold 250 wrapped Bitcoin worth $20.3 million on-chain, on-chain data showed on May 15. Whale offloads $20.3m in wrapped Bitcoin “A chain address sold 250 WBTC worth $20.3 million,” on-chain data aggregated by KuCoin’s flash news desk…
By Peace Longe 5/15/2026, 8:30:00 PM
Stephen Miran exits Federal Reserve, paving way for Kevin Warsh as next Fed chair
Warsh's leadership may shift Fed policy towards tighter monetary measures and deregulation, impacting financial stability and market dynamics. The post Stephen Miran exits Federal Reserve, paving way for Kevin Warsh as next Fed chair appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 8:18:03 PM
Over $388M in long positions liquidated from crypto market in 24 hours
The liquidation highlights the crypto market's vulnerability to volatility, emphasizing the need for cautious leverage use amid macroeconomic uncertainties. The post Over $388M in long positions liquidated from crypto market in 24 hours appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 8:16:14 PM
Crypto Founder Reveals What Could be the Biggest Catalyst for the Crypto Market in 2026
The crypto market is bracing for what could be its biggest structural shift to date as the CLARITY Act nears a high-stakes markup by the Senate committee.
By Olivia Brooke 5/15/2026, 8:13:25 PM
Certik Warns, AI Hackers Attacking Old Smart Contracts
On May 15, Certik raised an alarm on AI-based attacks on legacy smart contracts, as hackers are actively…
By Rajpalsinh Parmar 5/15/2026, 8:11:36 PM
Jerome Powell steps down as Fed Chair, spotlight on Kevin Warsh nomination
Powell's exit signals a pivotal shift in U.S. monetary policy, with Warsh's nomination potentially altering future economic strategies. The post Jerome Powell steps down as Fed Chair, spotlight on Kevin Warsh nomination appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 8:06:30 PM
Blackrock Drives Bitcoin ETF Recovery as Trading Volume Surges to $2.76B
Bitcoin ETFs snapped back into positive territory on Thursday with $131 million in fresh inflows, signaling a renewed wave of institutional demand after two difficult sessions. Ether ETFs, however, remained under pressure with a fourth consecutive day of outflows, while XRP and solana products continued to attract steady capital. XRP ETFs Attract...
By Emmanuel Musa 5/15/2026, 8:05:22 PM
Bitget’s AI trading stack tops 1 million users and $1.2B in volume
Bitget’s AI trading ecosystem now spans 58 tools, over 1 million users and $1.2B in volume, as the exchange leans into “agent‑native” trading as a core Universal Exchange pillar. Bitget has launched a dedicated Bitget AI landing page and disclosed…
By Andrew Folkler 5/15/2026, 8:00:00 PM
US strikes kill Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei, escalate tensions
The escalation may hinder diplomatic resolutions, increase regional instability, and impact global geopolitical dynamics significantly. The post US strikes kill Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei, escalate tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 7:59:12 PM
Strive's Bitcoin Buy Rivals Strategy
Bitcoin treasury firm Strive is accelerating its corporate accumulation strategy.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/15/2026, 7:57:04 PM
Treasury yields hit 12-month high, Bitcoin stalls
Treasury yields hit 12-month highs on May 15, pushing Bitcoin back toward $80,500 a day after the Clarity Act committee vote. US Treasury yields surged to fresh 12-month highs on May 15, with the 10-year note hitting 4.54% and the…
By Peace Longe 5/15/2026, 7:55:00 PM
Anthropic raises over $30B ahead of IPO as AI valuations enter uncharted territory
Anthropic's rapid valuation surge signals a transformative shift in AI investment dynamics, potentially reshaping market expectations and strategies. The post Anthropic raises over $30B ahead of IPO as AI valuations enter uncharted territory appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:53:35 PM
$75 Billion in Dirty Crypto Still On-Chain: Binance Research
A recent post by Binance Research, based on a Chainalysis graph, shows that around three-quarters of $100 billion worth of illicit crypto funds still exist on the blockchain.
By Brenda Ngari 5/15/2026, 7:53:33 PM
Goldman Sachs explores risk transfer deal tied to private market loans
Goldman's strategy could reshape risk management in private credit, potentially stabilizing markets but also obscuring true credit risk visibility. The post Goldman Sachs explores risk transfer deal tied to private market loans appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:53:28 PM
Bill Ackman sells Google, buys Microsoft in portfolio shift betting on AI platform dominance
Ackman's portfolio shift underscores a strategic bet on Microsoft's AI-driven growth potential, highlighting evolving tech investment dynamics. The post Bill Ackman sells Google, buys Microsoft in portfolio shift betting on AI platform dominance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:52:50 PM
SpaceX targets June 11 IPO pricing, picks Nasdaq for historic market debut
Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite company has accelerated plans for its blockbuster public offering, with trading expected to begin as early as June 12 after a faster-than-expected SEC review.
By Helene Braun 5/15/2026, 7:50:00 PM
Ripple Boss Garlinghouse Gives Rare Insight Into XRP’s Core Advantages and Competitive Edge
Ripple's Brad Garlighouse has recently outlined why XRP stands apart from the growing number of digital assets in the crypto ecosystem.
By Brenda Ngari 5/15/2026, 7:32:46 PM
SpaceX plans NASDAQ IPO for June 12, pricing set for June 11: Reuters
SpaceX's IPO could significantly boost public investment in space technology, impacting market dynamics and regulatory scrutiny. The post SpaceX plans NASDAQ IPO for June 12, pricing set for June 11: Reuters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 7:32:21 PM
Flare Network leads altcoins as Bitcoin stalls
Flare Network gained 14% on May 15 as altcoins outpaced Bitcoin stuck below its 200-day moving average. Flare Network activated the FAssets v1.3 upgrade on its mainnet on May 15, enabling XRP holders to mint the DeFi-ready FXRP token in…
By Peace Longe 5/15/2026, 7:30:00 PM
China to buy 200 Boeing planes in major US trade deal
The Boeing deal may signal a thaw in U.S.-China relations, potentially paving the way for further diplomatic and trade advancements. The post China to buy 200 Boeing planes in major US trade deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 7:28:43 PM
Chris Wright expects China to increase US oil purchases amid Iran conflict
China's increased US oil purchases could strain its trade balance, potentially boosting crypto activity as a hedge against yuan volatility. The post Chris Wright expects China to increase US oil purchases amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:27:58 PM
This Indicator Correctly Called Major Ethereum Moves – Here’s What It’s Flashing Now
The $1,071 level was identified as a strong Ethereum buying zone.
By Chayanika Deka 5/15/2026, 7:19:25 PM
Brent crude rises amid US-Iran tensions, impacting WTI price expectations
Geopolitical tensions heighten supply risk perceptions, driving market volatility and influencing global oil price expectations significantly. The post Brent crude rises amid US-Iran tensions, impacting WTI price expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 7:15:05 PM
US Treasury yields surge to new highs as liquidity tightens, pushing Bitcoin back below $82,000 resistance
Bitcoin’s latest retreat below $80,000 shows how quickly the bond market has reclaimed control of crypto trading, even after lawmakers advanced one of the industry’s most closely watched regulatory bills. Data from CryptoSlate showed that the top asset was trading at $79,083 as of press time, down more than 3% after another failed attempt to […]...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 5/15/2026, 7:10:23 PM
Medicare to offer free CBD to select patients under new Trump administration program
The program's success could reshape healthcare policy, boost cannabis research, and impact financial systems tied to the cannabis industry. The post Medicare to offer free CBD to select patients under new Trump administration program appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:04:32 PM
Polish government-backed crypto bill passes after repeated presidential vetoes
The bill's passage could align Poland with EU crypto standards, but ongoing veto threats highlight tensions over regulatory authority and civil liberties. The post Polish government-backed crypto bill passes after repeated presidential vetoes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:02:33 PM
Farage’s $6.7M Crypto-Linked Gift Raises Eyebrows After $1.8M Home Acquisition
A parliamentary ethics probe is now underway and focused on Nigel Farage, leader of the UK’s Reform Party, after reports surfaced that the government official bought a $1.8 million property weeks prior to entering office — a purchase made possible, at least in part, by a $6.7 million personal gift from a crypto billionaire. Related […]
By Christian Encila 5/15/2026, 7:00:31 PM
XRP Holders Rise Rapidly To Hit A New All-Time High, Will Price Follow?
On-chain data from Santiment shows the number of XRP Ledger wallets holding at least 10,000 XRP tokens has reached a new all-time high. The milestone comes at a time when XRP is still trading 60% below its all-time high, showing how much disconnect there is between price and holder activity. It also raises a major question: are larger holders...
By Scott Matherson 5/15/2026, 7:00:27 PM
OpenAI weighs legal action over Apple’s ChatGPT‑powered Siri
OpenAI’s Siri alliance frays over money and control. OpenAI is exploring legal options against Apple over their two‑year‑old deal to weave ChatGPT into Siri and iOS, amid frustration that the integration has failed to deliver the subscriber growth and commercial…
By Andrew Folkler 5/15/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Bitcoin Slides Below $79K as Trump’s Iran Threat Sends Oil Past $105
Bitcoin’s drop below $79,000 was driven by a sharp swing in global risk sentiment after the U.S.–China summit ended without progress and fresh Middle East tensions rattled markets. US-China Tech Cold War Intensifies Bitcoin plunged below the $79,000 mark for the second time in two days as investor sentiment shifted from optimism to caution after...
By Terence Zimwara 5/15/2026, 6:57:39 PM
SpaceX to list on NASDAQ under $SPCX, IPO expected by June 30, 2026
SpaceX's Nasdaq listing could boost investor confidence and set a precedent for other private aerospace firms considering public offerings. The post SpaceX to list on NASDAQ under $SPCX, IPO expected by June 30, 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 6:53:03 PM
XRP top 100 holders reduce exposure amid bearish sentiment
The top XRP investors have reduced their exposure over the past 30 days amid a midterm bearish outlook. As of … Continue reading The post XRP top 100 holders reduce exposure amid bearish sentiment appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 5/15/2026, 6:46:36 PM
Hyperliquid Policy Center pushes back against CME and ICE regulatory concerns
Hyperliquid pushes back as CME and ICE press CFTC over onchain perps, arguing its real time records improve transparency. The post Hyperliquid Policy Center pushes back against CME and ICE regulatory concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 6:46:19 PM
Most Pro-Bitcoin Federal Reserve Board to Date Could Boost Crypto Industry
The U.S. Federal Reserve is undergoing a historic leadership transition, ushering in what many analysts consider the most pro-Bitcoin Board of Governors to date.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/15/2026, 6:43:20 PM
US-Iran tensions drive WTI crude oil to $105.4 amid supply disruption fears
Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions highlight the fragility of global energy markets and potential economic ripple effects. The post US-Iran tensions drive WTI crude oil to $105.4 amid supply disruption fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 6:42:57 PM
US law firm files motion requesting redistribution of $344M USDt linked to Iran
Law firm Gerstein Harrow LLP is attempting to claim frozen cryptocurrency funds for claimants of unrelated judgments stretching back decades.
By Vince Quill 5/15/2026, 6:41:57 PM
Hana Bank’s Dunamu buy lifts XRP Upbit volumes
XRP Upbit volume surged to $330 million on May 15 after Hana Bank announced a $670 million Dunamu stake. XRP Upbit volumes surged on Friday after South Korea’s Hana Financial Group announced it will acquire a 1 trillion won ($670…
By Peace Longe 5/15/2026, 6:40:00 PM
UN reports Israeli military obstructed peacekeepers in Lebanon, raising tension
The obstruction of UN peacekeepers by Israeli forces heightens regional instability, diminishing prospects for diplomatic resolutions and ceasefire. The post UN reports Israeli military obstructed peacekeepers in Lebanon, raising tension appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 6:30:04 PM
Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire by 45 days amid US-brokered talks
The ceasefire extension fosters diplomatic progress, potentially stabilizing the region and reducing the risk of renewed hostilities. The post Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire by 45 days amid US-brokered talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/15/2026, 6:23:12 PM
Deribit’s $2.6B options expiry rattles crypto markets
Options expiry contracts worth $2.6 billion across Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Solana settled on Deribit on May 15, triggering widespread market liquidations. According to Deribit data, approximately 25,000 Bitcoin options with a notional value exceeding $2 billion rolled off on…
By Peace Longe 5/15/2026, 6:20:00 PM
Hyperliquid Policy Center Responds To ICE, CME’s Regulatory Pressure Push
The Washington, D.C.-based policy team for decentralized exchange Hyperliquid (HYPE) has moved quickly to address a new regulatory pressure campaign described in a Friday report by Bloomberg. CME Group and Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) are reportedly lobbying the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and US lawmakers to push for federal...
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/15/2026, 6:18:51 PM
Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Raises Bitcoin ETF Stake 16% to $566 Million in Q1 2026
Bitcoin Magazine Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Raises Bitcoin ETF Stake 16% to $566 Million in Q1 2026 Mubadala Investment Company boosted its stake in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust by 16% in Q1 2026. This post Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Raises Bitcoin ETF Stake 16% to $566 Million in Q1 2026 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/15/2026, 6:13:17 PM
Price predictions 5/15: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, ZEC, BCH
Sellers have pulled Bitcoin back below the $79,000 level, but buying may emerge as the price nears the $76,000 support.
By Rakesh Upadhyay 5/15/2026, 6:09:38 PM
Strategy bonds move risks Bitcoin sale
Strategy bonds worth $1.5 billion are being repurchased as Michael Saylor’s firm lists Bitcoin sales as a potential funding source. Strategy filed a Form 8-K on Friday announcing it has agreed to repurchase approximately $1.5 billion of its 0% Convertible…
By Peace Longe 5/15/2026, 6:06:27 PM
XRP’s Rising Volatility Threatens Sellers Near $1.50: Can Bulls Sustain the Momentum?
The post XRP’s Rising Volatility Threatens Sellers Near $1.50: Can Bulls Sustain the Momentum? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News With Bitcoin price now aiming for a recovery above $80K, the altcoin market is pumping again. As a result, XRP is seeing increased market activity, with short-term traders now betting heavily around the $1.5 zone....
By Shayan Chowdhury 5/15/2026, 6:02:23 PM