Trump Media Pulls Bitcoin ETF Filing as Fee War Deepens
Trump Media withdrew Truth Social crypto ETF filings on May 19, stepping back from proposed Bitcoin products as analysts pointed to fee pressure, crowded ETF shelves and weak late-entry economics. The post Trump Media Pulls Bitcoin ETF Filing as Fee War Deepens appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 5/21/2026, 5:50:54 AM
Dogecoin (DOGE) Faces Fresh Downside Risk, Sellers Stay Aggressive
Dogecoin started a recovery wave above the $0.1040 zone against the US Dollar. DOGE is now facing hurdles near $0.1075 and might struggle to continue higher. DOGE price started a recovery wave from $0.1020 and climbed above $0.1040. The price is trading below the $0.1075 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There was a break above a...
By Aayush Jindal 5/21/2026, 5:48:31 AM
Nvidia unveils $80B stock buyback, raises dividend amid US-China tensions
Nvidia's strategic financial maneuvers may bolster investor confidence, but geopolitical tensions could challenge long-term growth prospects. The post Nvidia unveils $80B stock buyback, raises dividend amid US-China tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 5:44:40 AM
Cardano's Ecosystem Under Threat
Charles Hoskinson has warned that Cardano's research ecosystem is on the verge of being dismantled after several Japanese Delegate Representatives (dReps) voted against a critical funding proposal.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/21/2026, 5:38:55 AM
Bitcoin Faces ‘Bear Market’ Warning as Rally Mirrors 2022 Breakdown
Bitcoin traded near $77,800 after failing at its $82,400 200-day moving average, a level CryptoQuant said mirrors resistance seen during the 2022 bear market breakdown as demand weakened. The post Bitcoin Faces ‘Bear Market’ Warning as Rally Mirrors 2022 Breakdown appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 5/21/2026, 5:35:34 AM
Circle’s Next Step: Hyperliquid (HYPE) Integration As The Catalyst For Real Supply-Share Gain
Bankless has been looking past the usual “partnership announcement” narrative and instead focused on what the new Hyperliquid (HYPE), Coinbase (COIN), and Circle (CRCL) deal could realistically change for USDC. In its latest write-up, the outlet argues the collaboration is more than public relations, especially at a time when stablecoin momentum...
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/21/2026, 5:34:20 AM
South African Treasury Extends Crypto Rule Deadline to June 30 After Backlash
South Africa’s National Treasury and central bank have assured the crypto industry that proposed capital-flow regulations will not criminalize digital asset ownership or apply retrospectively. Modernizing Exchange Controls South Africa’s National Treasury and the South African Reserve Bank have sought to calm growing concern in the crypto...
By Terence Zimwara 5/21/2026, 5:30:41 AM
Bitcoin surges past $78,000, triggers $30M in short liquidations
Bitcoin's surge and short liquidations highlight market volatility and potential for further price increases amid geopolitical uncertainties. The post Bitcoin surges past $78,000, triggers $30M in short liquidations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 5:29:46 AM
Treasury Targets Sinaloa Cartel’s Crypto Pipeline in New Fentanyl Crackdown
US officials targeted alleged cartel finance networks accused of funnelling fentanyl profits through crypto wallets and blockchain transfers. The post Treasury Targets Sinaloa Cartel’s Crypto Pipeline in New Fentanyl Crackdown appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 5/21/2026, 5:26:35 AM
Pi Network Price Forecast: PI sways as OKX expands PI token in the US market
Pi Network (PI) edges higher on Thursday, extending a mild recovery amid US market expansion through the OKX exchange. Steady deposits on Centralized Exchanges (CEXs) imply persistent downside pressure while the technical outlook remains mixed amid double-bottom reversal chances.
By N/A 5/21/2026, 5:26:17 AM
Bitcoin’s Key Resistance Stall Could Send it Tumbling Much Lower: Analysts
Bitcoin is in danger of falling much lower, possibly to a new bear market low after failing to break key resistance.
By Martin Young 5/21/2026, 5:25:29 AM
Don't call us just a WLFI treasury company, says AI Financial
The company says it is building a broader fintech, tokenization and digital infrastructure business, but its latest SEC filing shows WLFI still dominates the balance sheet.
By Sam Reynolds 5/21/2026, 5:20:35 AM
European Banks Unite Behind Euro Stablecoin Push to Challenge Dollar Dominance
Qivalis is building momentum for its euro-pegged stablecoin project ahead of a planned 2026 launch under MiCA rules. The post European Banks Unite Behind Euro Stablecoin Push to Challenge Dollar Dominance appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 5/21/2026, 5:19:02 AM
Nvidia posts 85% revenue surge, announces $80B buyback as AI demand keeps accelerating
Nvidia's revenue surge and massive buyback highlight AI's growing economic impact, signaling robust investor confidence and market influence. The post Nvidia posts 85% revenue surge, announces $80B buyback as AI demand keeps accelerating appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:18:54 AM
Jane Street accused of insider trading via Telegram channel with Terraform Labs
The lawsuit could set a precedent for increased scrutiny and regulation of trading firms' use of private communication channels. The post Jane Street accused of insider trading via Telegram channel with Terraform Labs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:15:41 AM
Map Protocol token MAPO plunges 96% after exploit mints quadrillion tokens
The exploit highlights the vulnerabilities in cross-chain bridges, undermining trust in decentralized finance and impacting token credibility. The post Map Protocol token MAPO plunges 96% after exploit mints quadrillion tokens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:15:36 AM
New wallet withdraws 11,827 Zcash worth $7.9M from Binance
The trend of large Zcash withdrawals from Binance highlights growing concerns over privacy coin regulations and potential market liquidity impacts. The post New wallet withdraws 11,827 Zcash worth $7.9M from Binance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:15:20 AM
SpaceX hires engineers and physicists for AI push, no aerospace experience required
SpaceX's AI recruitment strategy could redefine talent acquisition in tech, emphasizing skills over industry experience, impacting innovation. The post SpaceX hires engineers and physicists for AI push, no aerospace experience required appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:13:16 AM
OpenAI faces governance challenges ahead of IPO amid Sam Altman concerns
OpenAI's governance issues could undermine investor confidence and highlight the tension between profit motives and ethical AI development. The post OpenAI faces governance challenges ahead of IPO amid Sam Altman concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:12:11 AM
SpaceX reveals $4.28B loss in IPO filing as Musk locks in control through super-voting shares
SpaceX's financial losses and Musk's control may challenge investor confidence, impacting future capital access and competitive positioning. The post SpaceX reveals $4.28B loss in IPO filing as Musk locks in control through super-voting shares appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:11:58 AM
S&P 500’s largest stocks reach record 41% of market cap, raising concentration risk alarms
Market concentration in equities and crypto could heighten systemic risks, amplifying volatility and influencing broader economic stability. The post S&P 500’s largest stocks reach record 41% of market cap, raising concentration risk alarms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:08:59 AM
NextEra, Dominion Energy merger hinges on power bills amid AI demand
The merger's impact on consumer electricity costs and regulatory conditions could reshape utility market dynamics and influence AI infrastructure growth. The post NextEra, Dominion Energy merger hinges on power bills amid AI demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 5:08:43 AM
XRP Price Rebound Faces Trouble, Downside Pressure Starts Building Again
XRP price started a recovery wave above $1.360 and $1.3620. The price is now consolidating and might aim for a fresh move if it clears $1.3940. XRP price started a recovery wave above the $1.3620 zone. The price is now trading below $1.3850 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a declining channel with resistance at...
By Aayush Jindal 5/21/2026, 5:08:37 AM
Singapore Shuts Down Bsquared’s Crypto Payment Operations – Details
Bsquared Technology Pte Ltd has no auditors to answer to yet — but it will. Singapore’s central bank has ordered the crypto firm to produce a closure certificate confirming that all customer funds have been returned. The company told regulators it holds no outstanding customer assets. Related Reading: Kraken Slashes 150 Roles While Ramping Up […]
By Christian Encila 5/21/2026, 5:00:37 AM
HYPE Accumulation Intensifies As Whale-Linked Position Surpasses $100M
HYPE is showing remarkable strength as it approaches all-time highs — a performance that stands in sharp contrast to the broader market, facing selling pressure and uncertainty. While most assets have been retreating, Hyperliquid’s native token has been moving in the opposite direction, drawing attention from the most closely watched category of...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 5/21/2026, 5:00:00 AM
Silvergate Bank’s collapse narrative challenged as SEC lifts restrictions on insider accounts
The SEC's decision may reshape regulatory approaches to crypto-banking, highlighting the tension between innovation and oversight. The post Silvergate Bank’s collapse narrative challenged as SEC lifts restrictions on insider accounts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 4:57:19 AM
Here's why bitcoin turned lower from the 200-day average
BTC recently turned lower from the 200-day average, a barometer of long-term trends. CryptoQuant explains why.
By Sam Reynolds 5/21/2026, 4:52:32 AM
Meta trains AI on internal engineers’ work as it cuts 8,000 jobs
Meta's AI training on employee work amid layoffs risks reputational damage, legal scrutiny, and challenges in attracting top talent. The post Meta trains AI on internal engineers’ work as it cuts 8,000 jobs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 4:50:25 AM
Crypto News: SurgeXRP Presale Nears 10% Of Soft Cap As XRP Investors Move Into Real Estate RWA Platforms
The post Crypto News: SurgeXRP Presale Nears 10% Of Soft Cap As XRP Investors Move Into Real Estate RWA Platforms appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands – May 2026 — SurgeXRP, a real estate RWA marketplace being built on the XRP Ledger (XRPL), has announced strong early momentum for its ongoing $SGP token presale,...
By PR Manager 5/21/2026, 4:46:19 AM
Fed minutes reveal majority open to rate hikes if inflation persists
Potential rate hikes could tighten financial conditions, impacting risk assets and increasing market volatility tied to economic data releases. The post Fed minutes reveal majority open to rate hikes if inflation persists appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 4:45:26 AM
Fed minutes reveal openness to rate hikes if inflation stays above 2% target
The Fed's openness to rate hikes signals a potential shift to tighter monetary policy, impacting economic growth and inflation management. The post Fed minutes reveal openness to rate hikes if inflation stays above 2% target appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 4:41:57 AM
Hyperliquid ETFs surprise with 50% volume jump after slow launch
ETF analyst Eric Balchunas says crypto and traditional assets are trading down while Hyperliquid is up, leading to a boon for ETFs tied to the token.
By Jesse Coghlan 5/21/2026, 4:36:42 AM
Map Protocol token plummets 96% after a quadrillion token mint exploit
The attacker tricked the Butter Network cross-chain bridge into minting millions more tokens than the legitimate supply of MAPO.
By Martin Young 5/21/2026, 4:35:52 AM
Bitcoin treasury Nakamoto plans reverse stock split to save ailing share price
Shares in Nakamoto closed Wednesday at 16 cents. They are down more than 99% from May last year, when the stock traded above $25.
By Stephen Katte 5/21/2026, 4:30:53 AM
Bank of England Moves Stablecoin Rules to June as UK Targets Year-End Framework
Bank of England Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden has detailed a comprehensive plan to modernize the UK financial ecosystem by integrating stablecoins, asset tokenization, and overhauled payment architectures. A Shift in Stablecoin Regulation The Bank of England will publish draft rules for systemic stablecoins next month, aiming to finalize a...
By Terence Zimwara 5/21/2026, 4:30:16 AM
Ethereum Price Encounters Fresh Resistance, Bulls Lose Some Momentum
Ethereum price started a recovery wave above the $2,110 zone. ETH is now consolidating and might struggle to continue higher above the $2,150 resistance. Ethereum started a recovery wave above the $2,120 zone. The price is trading below $2,140 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at...
By Aayush Jindal 5/21/2026, 4:28:49 AM
Anthropic co-founder predicts AI will achieve Nobel prize-winning discovery within a year
AI's potential to revolutionize scientific discovery could reshape industries, but may also exacerbate unemployment, especially for young workers. The post Anthropic co-founder predicts AI will achieve Nobel prize-winning discovery within a year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 4:22:34 AM
Samsung Electronics shares surge 8% as strike averted with $416,000 bonuses
Samsung's labor peace boosts investor confidence, crucially supporting its AI chip strategy amid fierce competition and market dynamics. The post Samsung Electronics shares surge 8% as strike averted with $416,000 bonuses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 4:21:02 AM
XRP and XLM outlook: Improving market sentiment fuels recovery hopes
Ripple (XRP) and Stellar (XLM) are showing early signs of recovery on Thursday after recent price corrections. XRP continues its rebound as steady inflows from spot Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) support improving investor sentiment.
By N/A 5/21/2026, 4:19:08 AM
Iran war pressures emerging Asian markets, fuels bearish currency scenarios
Emerging Asian markets face economic strain from geopolitical tensions, risking currency devaluation, inflation, and reduced remittances. The post Iran war pressures emerging Asian markets, fuels bearish currency scenarios appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 4:15:12 AM
Iran conflict pressures Asian markets, impacts Fed rate cut predictions for 2026
The Iran conflict's impact on Asian markets highlights global economic instability, influencing future Fed rate decisions and oil price volatility. The post Iran conflict pressures Asian markets, impacts Fed rate cut predictions for 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 4:14:57 AM
Ferrari accepts Bitcoin and crypto payments in US and Europe
Ferrari's crypto acceptance could drive luxury market innovation, attracting crypto-wealthy buyers while mitigating volatility concerns. The post Ferrari accepts Bitcoin and crypto payments in US and Europe appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 4:09:50 AM
Bitcoin ETFs see $70.4M in outflows as Ethereum ETFs shed $28.1M in consecutive retreat
Consecutive outflows from Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs suggest a broader market repositioning, potentially signaling reduced institutional confidence. The post Bitcoin ETFs see $70.4M in outflows as Ethereum ETFs shed $28.1M in consecutive retreat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 4:06:13 AM
Dogecoin ETFs Wake Up With Strongest Inflows Since January
Dogecoin spot ETFs are showing a clear pickup in May inflows, with SoSoValue data pointing to $2.15 million in net additions so far this month and no recorded outflow day in the period shown. The numbers remain small in absolute ETF-market terms, but they mark the strongest monthly inflow total for DOGE products since January and suggest that...
By Jake Simmons 5/21/2026, 4:00:58 AM
Ethereum Sentiment Collapsed To 2023 Levels: Historic Data Suggests A Contrarian Setup
Ethereum is struggling below $2,150 as selling pressure continues to define the market’s short-term direction and the recovery that briefly pushed ETH toward $2,400 fades into memory. The decline is uncomfortable — but top analyst Darkfost has identified a signal in the derivatives data that reframes the current weakness in a way that experienced...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 5/21/2026, 4:00:51 AM
Zcash Price Surges After SEC Closure—Will This Catalyst Push ZEC to $1,000 in 2026
The post Zcash Price Surges After SEC Closure—Will This Catalyst Push ZEC to $1,000 in 2026 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Zcash price has been rallying strongly over the past few days after breaking out of its prolonged consolidation range near $530. The latest surge toward $675 appears to have been driven by multiple catalysts, with...
By Sahana Vibhute 5/21/2026, 4:00:13 AM
Reserve Bank of India considers rate hikes and currency swaps to stabilize sliding rupee
RBI's interventions highlight challenges in maintaining currency stability amid global market pressures and domestic economic demands. The post Reserve Bank of India considers rate hikes and currency swaps to stabilize sliding rupee appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 3:57:32 AM
Exclusive: India Parliament Meets Binance and WazirX on Crypto Rules as Experts Call It Historic Shift
The post Exclusive: India Parliament Meets Binance and WazirX on Crypto Rules as Experts Call It Historic Shift appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News India’s Standing Committee on Finance convened at Parliament House Annexe in New Delhi on May 20 to hear oral evidence from representatives of ZebPay, Binance, and WazirX on the subject of virtual...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 5/21/2026, 3:54:41 AM
Samsung Electronics averts 18-day strike with tentative wage deal
The tentative wage deal averts immediate supply chain disruptions, stabilizing AI hardware costs and supporting decentralized GPU networks' growth. The post Samsung Electronics averts 18-day strike with tentative wage deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/21/2026, 3:52:27 AM
SpaceX plans record-breaking IPO, market confidence surges
SpaceX's IPO could redefine market dynamics, boosting investor confidence and highlighting the strategic importance of aerospace innovation. The post SpaceX plans record-breaking IPO, market confidence surges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/21/2026, 3:46:41 AM