US airstrikes on Iran escalate conflict, impact global energy prices
Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions could destabilize global markets, influence U.S. politics, and increase the risk of regional airspace restrictions. The post US airstrikes on Iran escalate conflict, impact global energy prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/2/2026, 6:17:48 AM
European gas prices surge on Middle East supply disruption fears
Rising European gas prices highlight the region's vulnerability to geopolitical tensions, underscoring the need for diversified energy sources. The post European gas prices surge on Middle East supply disruption fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/2/2026, 6:15:53 AM
Dogecoin Active Addresses Jump 35% As Transactions Top 1.2M
Dogecoin network activity has picked up sharply, with active addresses rising 35% and daily transactions topping 1.2 million, according to public Dogecoin ne...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/2/2026, 6:15:00 AM
Goldman, Citi and Others Race Into Stablecoins with Plan to Launch in 2027
Twenty-one banks and asset managers, including Goldman Sachs, Bank of America and Citi, will form a company to issue a joint US dollar stablecoin by the first half of 2027, taking on Tether. The post Goldman, Citi and Others Race Into Stablecoins with Plan to Launch in 2027 appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 9/2/2026, 6:12:21 AM
Fairshake affiliate spends $189K as Auchincloss wins
Fairshake affiliate Protect Progress spent $189,528 supporting Jake Auchincloss, who defeated Jason Poulos in Massachusetts’ primary.
By Olivia Stephanie 9/2/2026, 6:12:09 AM
SEC Plans Blockchain Update to Decades-Old Transfer Agent Rules
SEC proposal would modernize transfer-agent rules for blockchain recordkeeping and uncertificated securities, opening a 60-day public comment period.
By Elliot Veynor 9/2/2026, 6:01:45 AM
TradeXYZ volume jumps 79% to $202B in Q2
TradeXYZ’s Q2 volume rose 79.2% to $202.36 billion, while equity perpetual trading increased 377% to $58.9 billion.
By Olivia Stephanie 9/2/2026, 6:00:52 AM
A major layer-1 chain will pause new transactions for 24 minutes to unlock a 10x speed boost
Supernova is scheduled for Sept. 10 at round 32157661, while the public node feed had yet to show upgrade adoption as the window opened. The post A major layer-1 chain will pause new transactions for 24 minutes to unlock a 10x speed boost appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/2/2026, 6:00:52 AM
SEC Moves to Modernise Transfer Agent Rules for Blockchain and Tokenised Securities
The SEC wants to overhaul decades-old transfer agent rules as blockchain, tokenised assets and AI reshape how securities are recorded, transferred and managed. The post SEC Moves to Modernise Transfer Agent Rules for Blockchain and Tokenised Securities appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Aaron Feuerstein 9/2/2026, 5:55:42 AM
Bitcoin Price Analysis: Warning Signs Emerge as BTC’s Breakout Loses Momentum
Bitcoin continues to hover below $78K, but the absence of meaningful upside progress is becoming increasingly important. After the initial breakout impulse, repeated failures to challenge the $80K-$82K supply area suggest demand is losing strength, raising the probability of a deeper corrective move. Bitcoin Price Analysis: The Daily Chart The...
By Shayan Markets 9/2/2026, 5:55:02 AM
Fogo mainnet back online after recovery of 237 million stolen tokens
Fogo has restarted its mainnet after recovering and permanently removing 237 million of the 400 million FOGO tokens stolen in a security incident that forced the Layer 1 blockchain to halt operations. Fogo said in its latest update that the…
By Rony Roy 9/2/2026, 5:55:01 AM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Ezra Reguerra 9/2/2026, 5:54:06 AM
Shiba Inu Price Forecast: Faces downside risks as whale selling rises
Shiba Inu (SHIB) trades around $0.00000516 on Wednesday following a rebound of nearly 4% earlier this week. Despite the price recovery, Santiment data shows certain whales offloading SHIB tokens.
By N/A 9/2/2026, 5:51:16 AM
HYPE treasury firm Hyperliquid Strategies boosts equity facility to $2.5B
The Nasdaq-listed company previously raised $647 million through the facility and accumulated about 29.3 million HYPE tokens.
By Ezra Reguerra 9/2/2026, 5:48:21 AM
X Investigates Suspicious Password-Reset Wave Following X Money Rollout
X is investigating a surge of unsolicited password-reset emails and verification codes that hit users around Sept. 1, weeks after it widened its X Money payments service to more US customers. The post X Investigates Suspicious Password-Reset Wave Following X Money Rollout appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 9/2/2026, 5:46:56 AM
Pi Network Price Forecast: Steady recovery in PI gains mild bullish momentum
Pi Network (PI) extends a mild recovery above $0.093 on Wednesday, marking its third consecutive day of trading in the green. The broader crypto market's risk-on sentiment holds firm despite renewed US-Iran tensions, suggesting a potential capital rotation into high-risk, low-valuation altcoins.
By N/A 9/2/2026, 5:45:11 AM
CORE transfers halted on exchanges as Core DAO prepares emergency fork
Core DAO has begun coordinating an emergency hard fork after a small group of validators obtained CORE rewards above the blockchain’s intended issuance, prompting several exchanges to restrict token transfers. Core said on Sept. 1 that it had contained the…
By Rony Roy 9/2/2026, 5:44:34 AM
Solana Technical Analysis Report – 1st September 2026
SOL has a market cap of $58.62 billion, as on date, and crypto market cap is at $2.61 trillion: On the daily chart, Solana (SOL) is currently trading around $100.30. SOL took support from its rising trendline and broke above the key resistance level of $99.80, triggering a strong rally toward the $110 level. SOL […] The post Solana Technical...
By N/A 9/2/2026, 5:44:19 AM
Israeli military destruction in Bint Jbeil fuels Lebanon conflict tensions
The ongoing military actions in Bint Jbeil exacerbate regional instability, complicating prospects for peace and increasing geopolitical tensions. The post Israeli military destruction in Bint Jbeil fuels Lebanon conflict tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/2/2026, 5:43:11 AM
Fake GTA 6 Leak Site Targets Crypto Wallets With Malicious Drainer
Another fake Grand Theft Auto VI leak is putting crypto users at risk.
By Alex Dovbnya 9/2/2026, 5:40:02 AM
G20 pledges clearer digital asset rules to support financial innovation
G20 finance ministers and central bank governors have committed to advancing clearer regulatory frameworks for digital assets while keeping financial stability and cross-border risks in focus. The G20 Chair’s Statement, issued after officials met in Asheville, North Carolina, on Aug.…
By Rony Roy 9/2/2026, 5:35:32 AM
Arsenal concedes just four shots in two Premier League matches
Arsenal's defensive prowess could significantly impact the Premier League title race, challenging rivals with their strategic resilience. The post Arsenal concedes just four shots in two Premier League matches appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/2/2026, 5:33:35 AM
Binance Pushes Into Wall Street, Adds Options on 1,000+ US Stocks
Binance is expanding beyond crypto with physically settled options tied to more than 1,000 U.S. stocks and ETFs for eligible users outside the country. The launch comes as traditional-asset trading on the exchange has surged this year. US Traders Excluded From Binance Stock Options Rollout Binance is adding another Wall Street product to its...
By Emmanuel Musa 9/2/2026, 5:30:58 AM
Ripple Releases 1 Billion XRP From Escrow In Scheduled Unlock
Ripple has released 1 billion XRP from escrow under its standard monthly schedule, with the latest unlock visible through XRPScan account data.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/2/2026, 5:30:00 AM
OpenAI says its new 'Astra' AI can build attacks without human help
Astra is the first OpenAI model to reach its “Critical” cybersecurity threshold, meaning it can find previously unknown vulnerabilities and develop ways to exploit them across hardened systems.
By Shaurya Malwa 9/2/2026, 5:28:51 AM
Bank of America, Citi join 21-firm stablecoin plan
Bank of America, Citi and Goldman joined 18 other financial institutions planning a U.S. dollar stablecoin launch in the first half of 2027.
By Olivia Stephanie 9/2/2026, 5:27:14 AM
Hyperliquid Strategies boosts facility to $2.5B
Hyperliquid Strategies expanded its equity facility to $2.5 billion, providing more capacity for share sales and potential HYPE purchases.
By Olivia Stephanie 9/2/2026, 5:09:43 AM
Solana, ether, xrp lead majors slide as Iran strikes drive a broad risk selloff
Every large-cap token fell over the past 24 hours, and the high-beta majors gave up roughly triple what bitcoin did.
By Shaurya Malwa 9/2/2026, 5:01:25 AM
Bitcoin’s 316-day hashrate drought shows why AI could make this mining downturn harder to reverse
Difficulty is lifting short-term capacity, but operating AI and HPC loads give converted power sites another reason to stay away. The post Bitcoin’s 316-day hashrate drought shows why AI could make this mining downturn harder to reverse appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 9/2/2026, 4:50:47 AM
Cardano Enterprise Adoption Grows With Retail Supply Chain Verification
Cardano’s enterprise story has gained another example, with a major retail group deploying blockchain verification infrastructure built around the network’s ...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/2/2026, 4:45:00 AM
Bitcoin leads Ethereum and Solana in decentralization, ARK finds
ARK Invest and Glassnode found Bitcoin and Ethereum reach critical production thresholds with three entities, versus 19 for Solana.
By Olivia Stephanie 9/2/2026, 4:42:25 AM
Bitcoin withstands $90 oil and rising yields while gold slides. A firm dollar is the catch
BTC trades choppy as $90 oil and rising bond yields weigh on stocks and gold.
By Omkar Godbole 9/2/2026, 4:40:36 AM
South Korea’s $1T AI investment boosts Nvidia, leaves Hynix behind
South Korea's AI investment reshapes global tech dynamics, enhancing Nvidia's position while highlighting SK Hynix's supportive role. The post South Korea’s $1T AI investment boosts Nvidia, leaves Hynix behind appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/2/2026, 4:37:52 AM
Crystal Palace signs Quinten Timber, Ben Chilwell, and Darío Osorio in post-deadline spree
Crystal Palace's strategic signings highlight their ambition to strengthen their squad depth for competitive domestic and European campaigns. The post Crystal Palace signs Quinten Timber, Ben Chilwell, and Darío Osorio in post-deadline spree appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/2/2026, 4:36:59 AM
A Chinese Humanoid-Robot Maker’s Shanghai IPO Surged About 500% After a New “Superman” Demo
Unitree’s shares jumped about 500% in their Shanghai Stock Exchange debut after the Hangzhou humanoid-robot maker showcased its new “Superman” model. The stock opened up as much as 629% and traded around 883.87 yuan, up from an IPO price of 150.8 yuan, putting the company’s valuation near 445 billion yuan. Unitree hit the Shanghai Stock […]
By Guest Author 9/2/2026, 4:30:39 AM
Core DAO plans emergency hard fork after validators draw excess rewards
The incident highlights the vulnerabilities in complex blockchain systems, potentially undermining trust and affecting tokenomics stability. The post Core DAO plans emergency hard fork after validators draw excess rewards appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/2/2026, 4:26:50 AM
Tether sued over alleged unlawful $42.4M USDT freeze
Tether faces a New York lawsuit alleging it froze 42.4 million USDT before authorities obtained a warrant in a $61 million fraud probe.
By Olivia Stephanie 9/2/2026, 4:26:35 AM
Hezbollah outlet claims IDF struck southern Lebanon after drone attack intercepted over Israel
Continued military tensions between Israel and Hezbollah may hinder Israel's withdrawal plans, affecting regional stability and market perceptions. The post Hezbollah outlet claims IDF struck southern Lebanon after drone attack intercepted over Israel appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/2/2026, 4:16:42 AM
Core DAO plans emergency hard fork after validators drew excess rewards
Core says the incident is contained and its planned forward upgrade will not roll back the network or reverse previously confirmed transactions.
By Ezra Reguerra 9/2/2026, 4:15:34 AM
The wheels are coming off the US world order
The shift towards a more insular U.S. foreign policy could destabilize global alliances and alter geopolitical dynamics significantly. The post The wheels are coming off the US world order appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/2/2026, 4:14:10 AM
Ex-counterterrorism chief warns of nuclear escalation risk in Ukraine conflict
The potential nuclear escalation in Ukraine could redefine global military engagement norms, heightening geopolitical tensions and market volatility. The post Ex-counterterrorism chief warns of nuclear escalation risk in Ukraine conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/2/2026, 4:04:25 AM
XRP Ledger Transactions Cross 3 Billion In Network Milestone
The XRP Ledger has crossed 3 billion cumulative transactions, giving the network another long-term usage milestone at a time when on-chain activity is once a...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/2/2026, 4:00:00 AM
These Wall Street Giants Are the Biggest Holders of Spot XRP ETFs
Investment advisors held $120.9 million of the reported XRP ETF exposure, far ahead of banks, brokerages, and hedge fund managers.
By Wayne Jones 9/2/2026, 3:49:24 AM
$2.7 million poured into Robinhood Chain apps in one day, but it barely touches corporate revenue
Apps captured the headline revenue while Robinhood’s disclosed fee split offers no bridge to its corporate accounts. The post $2.7 million poured into Robinhood Chain apps in one day, but it barely touches corporate revenue appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 9/2/2026, 3:40:45 AM
Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC, ETH, XRP under pressure as momentum indicators flag early bearish signals
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) remain under pressure on Wednesday, with technical indicators suggesting early weakening momentum across the top three cryptocurrencies following massive gains in August.
By N/A 9/2/2026, 3:33:12 AM
US Operation Economic Outcast Targets Global Financial Lifelines
Operation Economic Outcast is preparing to expand its banking offensive, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent saying the U.S. plans to sanction another bank. The planned action follows FinCEN’s proposal targeting Banque Misr UAE. How Treasury Uses Dollar Access as Leverage Operation Economic Outcast is preparing to expand its pressure on foreign...
By Kevin Helms 9/2/2026, 3:30:13 AM
Ripple News: Uphold Says XRP Ledger Has ‘A Leg Up’ In Bank Adoption Race
Nancy Beaton, President of the US for digital asset platform Uphold, said traditional banking is in the middle of a structural move toward blockchain infrastructure, and argued that partnerships between companies like Ripple and Uphold are what will actually carry the financial system there. “There’s no question that the traditional banking system...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 9/2/2026, 3:23:07 AM
Crypto Overview: US-Iran tensions weigh on Bitcoin – FIL, UNI lead gains
Bitcoin (BTC) is trading below $77,000 on Wednesday, extending losses amid renewed risk-off sentiment, with the US and Iran trading new military strikes the previous day. Filecoin (FIL) and Uniswap (UNI) have emerged as top performers over the last 24 hours.
By N/A 9/2/2026, 3:18:06 AM
MoonPay Launches PayBox Tool For Crypto Payments Inside Grok AI Chats
MoonPay has launched PayBox, a payment tool designed to let crypto transactions happen directly inside Grok AI chatbot workflows.
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 9/2/2026, 3:15:00 AM
Bitcoin consolidates as spot activity cools, ETF demand remains key to rally
Bitcoin (BTC) began September in a consolidation phase after seeing a sharp rally over the past two weeks. Despite the pullback, the broader market structure remains relatively healthy.
By N/A 9/2/2026, 3:06:09 AM