Anthropic resumes external cyber evaluations after AI models accidentally accessed real systems
The incident underscores the critical need for robust safeguards in AI testing environments to prevent unintended real-world system access. The post Anthropic resumes external cyber evaluations after AI models accidentally accessed real systems appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 11:30:55 PM
US funds Alcoa Corp. $93M gallium plant in Australia to break China’s grip on critical minerals
The US investment in Australia's gallium plant diversifies global supply chains, reducing reliance on China and enhancing strategic autonomy. The post US funds Alcoa Corp. $93M gallium plant in Australia to break China’s grip on critical minerals appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 11:30:25 PM
Strategy splits $603 million share sale between Bitcoin purchases and STRC support
One week of common-stock sales funded a $369.7 million Bitcoin purchase, $202.5 million of STRC buybacks and dividends, and a $30 million cash increase. The post Strategy splits $603 million share sale between Bitcoin purchases and STRC support appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/31/2026, 11:20:42 PM
Andreessen Horowitz launches $1.1B AI hardware fund, then expands growth fund to $8.5B
Andreessen Horowitz's strategic pivot to AI hardware investment signals a potential shift in venture capital focus towards essential infrastructure. The post Andreessen Horowitz launches $1.1B AI hardware fund, then expands growth fund to $8.5B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 11:18:49 PM
Solana Breaks 10-Month Downtrend As August Rally Reclaims $100
Solana has broken out of a 10-month downtrend after a strong August rally, with SOL reclaiming the $100 level and finishing the month up roughly 46%. CoinG...
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 11:15:00 PM
Trump supports Russia’s G20 return, faces European opposition
Trump's stance may alter US-Russia relations, but European resistance highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions and diplomatic divides. The post Trump supports Russia’s G20 return, faces European opposition appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 11:11:01 PM
Robinhood Chain Hits Record $875M DEX Volume as Tokenized Stocks Surge
Robinhood Chain posted record decentralized exchange (DEX) activity at the end of August, with daily DEX volume reaching $875 million. Tokenized equities are emerging as a major source of that growth, giving DeFi venues and blockchain infrastructure a new stream of trading activity. Robinhood Chain Processes 5.52M Transactions in Record DEX Day...
By Emmanuel Musa 8/31/2026, 11:04:28 PM
Iran retaliates against US bases in Jordan after American airstrikes hit Larak Island
Escalating US-Iran tensions risk destabilizing global oil markets, potentially leading to significant economic repercussions worldwide. The post Iran retaliates against US bases in Jordan after American airstrikes hit Larak Island appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 11:02:57 PM
Apple accuses OpenAI of destroying evidence in court filing
The case highlights escalating tensions in tech over talent poaching and trade secrets, potentially reshaping industry hiring practices. The post Apple accuses OpenAI of destroying evidence in court filing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 10:58:40 PM
US Treasury’s Bessent tells Russia economic relief tied to Ukraine war end
The US strategy intertwines economic leverage with diplomatic negotiations, potentially reshaping global trade dynamics and energy markets. The post US Treasury’s Bessent tells Russia economic relief tied to Ukraine war end appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 10:53:25 PM
Bessent told Siluanov on G20 sidelines: no deals with Russia possible until war ends – source
The ongoing conflict perpetuates Russia's economic isolation, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations until a resolution is achieved. The post Bessent told Siluanov on G20 sidelines: no deals with Russia possible until war ends – source appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 10:53:17 PM
Trump rules out nuclear weapon use against Iran, says conventional strikes sufficient
Trump's stance against nuclear use may foster diplomatic avenues but leaves regional tensions unresolved, risking future military escalations. The post Trump rules out nuclear weapon use against Iran, says conventional strikes sufficient appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 10:46:31 PM
Ontology halts mainnet transactions as technical team investigates potential security issue
The project said no incident or asset loss had been confirmed, while a public node remained at block 20,770,893 and no restart time was disclosed. The post Ontology halts mainnet transactions as technical team investigates potential security issue appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/31/2026, 10:40:23 PM
Russian finance minister’s G-20 presence sparks objections over Ukraine
Diplomatic tensions over Russia's Ukraine involvement may hinder future Trump-Putin meetings, affecting geopolitical dynamics and markets. The post Russian finance minister’s G-20 presence sparks objections over Ukraine appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 10:38:41 PM
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tron, and Cardano Tell Four Very Different Stories Through Active Addresses
TRON records over 4 million active addresses while Ethereum approaches 1 million. This contrasts sharply with Bitcoin and Cardano activity trends.
By Chayanika Deka 8/31/2026, 10:37:01 PM
Federal Trade Commission investigates Amazon over deceptive pricing practices
The FTC's scrutiny of Amazon could lead to stricter regulations on digital advertising transparency, impacting industry-wide practices. The post Federal Trade Commission investigates Amazon over deceptive pricing practices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 10:34:49 PM
Robinhood Chain hits record $944M in daily DEX volume
Robinhood Chain's rapid growth in DEX volume highlights the increasing demand for decentralized finance and tokenized assets, challenging established networks. The post Robinhood Chain hits record $944M in daily DEX volume appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 10:25:33 PM
Fidelity withdrawal limits could trap Bitcoin holders for weeks, research shows
Withdrawal limits highlight the importance of self-custody and platform choice, impacting control and liquidity for significant Bitcoin holders. The post Fidelity withdrawal limits could trap Bitcoin holders for weeks, research shows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 10:14:19 PM
BIP-110 Supporters Revive Minority Fork, Slash Block Size to Just 300 KB
This weekend, the BIP-110 community restarted the stalled fork that occurred on Aug. 8, 2026, and so far, the chain has mined over 800 blocks. In addition to changing the proof-of-work (PoW) consensus from SHA-256d to Blake2b, blockchain developer Luke Dashjr reduced the block size, something he’s been itching to do to Bitcoin for years. […]
By Jamie Redman 8/31/2026, 10:04:45 PM
Robinhood Banking surpasses $4B in assets, CEO says
Robinhood's rapid banking growth highlights its potential to disrupt traditional banking by integrating diverse financial services for younger users. The post Robinhood Banking surpasses $4B in assets, CEO says appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 10:04:12 PM
Kalshi bans George Santos for $17,839 market manipulation
Kalshi has permanently banned former U.S. Representative George Santos and imposed a $71,356 penalty after finding that he manipulated an attendance market to earn $17,839.57. Kalshi’s Aug. 28 disciplinary notice said Santos placed large trades between Feb. 2 and Feb.…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/31/2026, 10:01:15 PM
Argentina’s crypto dollar premium narrows to 4% after lifting capital controls
Argentina's reduced crypto dollar premium highlights stablecoins' transition from speculative tools to essential financial infrastructure. The post Argentina’s crypto dollar premium narrows to 4% after lifting capital controls appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 10:00:47 PM
Longshot launches prediction market on Base with free and paid contests
Longshot's launch on Base could reshape prediction markets by emphasizing user engagement and diverse contest formats without token reliance. The post Longshot launches prediction market on Base with free and paid contests appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 9:54:11 PM
Phemex puts 82 tokens on notice over liquidity and project compliance concerns
Each market met at least one risk criterion, but Phemex did not disclose which issue applied to each pair. The post Phemex puts 82 tokens on notice over liquidity and project compliance concerns appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/31/2026, 9:50:11 PM
Apollo to turn $9 billion Oneok stake into investment-grade debt
Apollo's innovative financing strategy could reshape capital markets by blurring traditional equity-debt lines, impacting future investment structures. The post Apollo to turn $9 billion Oneok stake into investment-grade debt appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 9:45:34 PM
Lazarus moves $30M through Hyperliquid as US talks advance
Wallets linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group have sold more than $30 million in Bitcoin through Hyperliquid over three weeks as U.S. officials and Payward explore regulated access to the platform. Lazarus-linked wallets convert Bitcoin into ETH and SOL Arkham…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/31/2026, 9:45:33 PM
Tesla leads S&P 500 gainers as investors await Cybercab launch
Tesla's Cybercab launch could redefine urban mobility, impacting regulatory landscapes and setting new benchmarks for autonomous vehicle adoption. The post Tesla leads S&P 500 gainers as investors await Cybercab launch appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 9:33:42 PM
Hyperliquid, Kraken parent explore regulated U.S. futures launch
Hyperliquid Labs and Kraken parent Payward have entered advanced talks to offer selected Hyperliquid-linked perpetual futures to U.S. traders through CFTC-regulated exchange Bitnomial. Hyperliquid could reach U.S. traders through Bitnomial Bloomberg reported on Aug. 31 that Hyperliquid Labs and Payward…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/31/2026, 9:31:38 PM
Polymarket raises $1 billion at $21 billion valuation in 1789-led round
Polymarket's $21B valuation highlights the mainstream acceptance and investment potential of prediction markets, reshaping financial landscapes. The post Polymarket raises $1 billion at $21 billion valuation in 1789-led round appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 9:29:50 PM
Bitwise’s Solana ETF Hits $1 Billion AUM Just 10 Months After Launch
Bitwise’s solana staking exchange-traded fund (ETF) has crossed $1 billion in assets just 10 months after launch, making solana one of only three crypto assets with an ETF above that threshold. The milestone comes as SOL rebounds sharply and major financial firms expand access to the token. Bitwise Takes Solana ETF Past $1 Billion as […]
By Emmanuel Musa 8/31/2026, 9:27:51 PM
American and Russian finance ministers discuss Ukraine peace plan
The finance ministers' talks may signal a shift towards economic diplomacy, potentially impacting future peace negotiations and market dynamics. The post American and Russian finance ministers discuss Ukraine peace plan appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 9:22:17 PM
Bitdeer AI Sells Out 9.5MW Malaysia Data Center, $800M in Revenue Expected
Bitdeer AI secures $800M in 5-year contracts for its Malaysia data center, targeting significant AI cloud growth by 2028. (Read More)
By N/A 8/31/2026, 9:18:38 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: BitMine scoops 53K ETH as Lee predicts increased institutional accumulation
Ethereum (ETH) treasury firm BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) extended its ETH buying run following another round of weekly acquisitions.
By N/A 8/31/2026, 9:14:10 PM
Russia Bets Big on Crypto as Regulated Trading Targets $46 Billion
Crypto trading in Russia is expected to spike in the next twelve months after legalization, according to the country’s largest bank.
By Aliyu Pokima 8/31/2026, 9:09:28 PM
Polygon Quietly Patched Serious Security Flaws Before Public Disclosure
Polygon developers revealed security vulnerabilities they fixed before disclosing them to the community. The changes prevented possible exploitation and usage glitches as crypto network safety concerns linger. Two Hard Forks Rescue Polygon In a recent community release, the Validator’s Support Team disclosed recent changes and the reasons behind...
By Aliyu Pokima 8/31/2026, 9:06:06 PM
These 2 Bitcoin Derivatives Signals Could Trigger a Long Squeeze: Analyst
Bitcoin could face forced selling if leveraged longs return and BTC subsequently loses key support levels.
By Wayne Jones 8/31/2026, 8:59:34 PM
Bessent meets Russia’s finance chief at G20 gathering
The meeting highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions and the challenges of achieving consensus on Russia's role in global economic forums. The post Bessent meets Russia’s finance chief at G20 gathering appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 8:59:18 PM
Polymarket secures $300M investment boost from Donald Trump Jr.’s fund
The investment and regulatory developments could redefine prediction markets' role in US finance, but political scrutiny may pose significant risks. The post Polymarket secures $300M investment boost from Donald Trump Jr.’s fund appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 8:57:13 PM
ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox face new EU platform obligations
The designation under the DSA signals increased regulatory scrutiny and compliance costs, impacting growth strategies and investor confidence. The post ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox face new EU platform obligations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 8:55:28 PM
XRP Nails Resistance With $105M Flow: Next Target Set
With resistance breaking, these demand levels got XRP’s whales increasingly accelerating their trading turnover. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 8/31/2026, 8:55:00 PM
Poland intercepted a Russian reconnaissance plane over the Baltic Sea
Heightened military vigilance in the Baltic region may influence broader geopolitical strategies and regional security dynamics amid ongoing tensions. The post Poland intercepted a Russian reconnaissance plane over the Baltic Sea appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 8:49:10 PM
North Korean hackers are moving tens of millions on Hyperliquid as Trump pushes to onshore the crypto platform
Blockchain data reviewed by CoinDesk shows wallets tied to North Korea’s Lazarus Group sold more than $30 million in bitcoin on the platform in the last three weeks alone.
By Will Canny 8/31/2026, 8:48:40 PM
AI data centers are learning the power trick Bitcoin miners mastered first
Every answer you get from an AI chatbot begins with electricity. The words appear on your screen, but the actual work happens in a distant building packed with computer chips. Those chips draw power, move data, and produce enough heat to require heavy-duty cooling from AI data centers. When you multiply that process across millions […] The post AI...
By Andjela Radmilac 8/31/2026, 8:45:26 PM
Strategy Opposes MSCI Proposal, Says Bitcoin Treasury Firms Are Being Targeted a Second Time
Bitcoin Magazine Strategy Opposes MSCI Proposal, Says Bitcoin Treasury Firms Are Being Targeted a Second Time Bitcoin treasury Strategy has blasted Morgan Stanley Capital International’s proposal to exclude it from its Global Investable Market Indexes, calling it “misguided” and “flawed.” Writing in a letter to MSCI Monday, the Nasdaq-listed...
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/31/2026, 8:44:36 PM
Guardian Audits announces Vanguard security program and $1M audit security fund
Guardian Audits' Vanguard program could significantly enhance crypto project security, potentially reducing vulnerabilities and increasing trust. The post Guardian Audits announces Vanguard security program and $1M audit security fund appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/31/2026, 8:38:21 PM
Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech fuels September Fed rate hike speculation
Increased speculation on a Fed rate hike could lead to market volatility and influence economic policy expectations despite mixed data signals. The post Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech fuels September Fed rate hike speculation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/31/2026, 8:32:47 PM
Hyperliquid Eyes US Launch Through Kraken
Hyperliquid Labs is in advanced talks with Kraken parent Payward to bring its popular perpetual futures products to US traders through regulated derivatives venue Bitnomial.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/31/2026, 8:32:33 PM
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 Robert Lakin 8/31/2026, 8:32:00 PM
September, Not October, May Test Crypto’s Big 2026 Rally
The key risk window is mid September, when a Senate vote, Fed policy decision & quadruple witching are scheduled to converge. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/31/2026, 8:26:00 PM
Ireland excludes crypto from new tax-advantaged investment accounts
Ireland’s planned investment accounts will offer tax benefits for stocks, bonds and ETFs, while excluding crypto and derivatives as higher-risk products.
By Sam Bourgi 8/31/2026, 8:25:25 PM