Houthis strike Saudi oil tankers, threaten Red Sea shipping blockade
The escalation threatens regional stability, potentially disrupting global oil markets and prompting international diplomatic and military responses. The post Houthis strike Saudi oil tankers, threaten Red Sea shipping blockade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 9:42:37 PM
BitMart gives US users just days to pull crypto before aggressive new compliance checks risk freezing their assets
Covered users must close positions and withdraw by 23:59 UTC, while the wider platform keeps two Aug. 26 clocks. The post BitMart gives US users just days to pull crypto before aggressive new compliance checks risk freezing their assets appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/5/2026, 9:40:56 PM
Crypto firm RedotPay says it will defend itself ‘vigorously’ against Binance lawsuit
Binance alleged RedotPay poached customers from the crypto exchange in a lawsuit filed in Hong Kong.
By Olivier Acuna 8/5/2026, 9:40:33 PM
Pentagon admits ammo shortage as US-Iran Hormuz talks intensify
The ammo shortage may accelerate diplomatic efforts, impacting global energy stability and potentially easing regional tensions. The post Pentagon admits ammo shortage as US-Iran Hormuz talks intensify appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 9:32:16 PM
Russia deploys North Korean missile unit to Ukraine, deepening military ties
The deepening Russia-North Korea military ties could shift the conflict dynamics in Ukraine, potentially leading to Russian territorial gains. The post Russia deploys North Korean missile unit to Ukraine, deepening military ties appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 9:29:35 PM
Ripple President: The Light Switch Has Flipped For XRP
Monica Long affirms tokenized assets are no longer experiments. They’re actually going live right now. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 8/5/2026, 9:26:00 PM
Pi Network price rises 10% as $0.09 breakout nears
Pi Network price gained more than 10% this week as rising volume, the Protocol 26 upgrade, and a new RoboPay integration improved short-term demand. Pi Network price tests $0.09 resistance According to data from crypto.news, Pi Network (PI) price traded…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/5/2026, 9:20:59 PM
Solana crypto cards report record $70M in volume as tokenized collectibles boom
The surge in Solana's tokenized collectibles highlights blockchain's potential to revolutionize traditional markets, but sustainability concerns loom. The post Solana crypto cards report record $70M in volume as tokenized collectibles boom appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 9:17:19 PM
Abu Dhabi’s Crypto Blueprint Draws Miners, Funds and Global Giants
Abu Dhabi has built one of the world’s clearest paths for crypto and blockchain companies to set up shop, and sovereign money is following close behind. Regulators Write the Rulebook Early The emirate’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority, or FSRA, has licensed virtual asset activity since 2018 through the Abu Dhabi Global Market, a financial...
By Jamie Redman 8/5/2026, 9:16:42 PM
White House Now Reviewing Crypto Clarity Act Ethics Text Ahead of August Deadline: Report
Bitcoin Magazine White House Now Reviewing Crypto Clarity Act Ethics Text Ahead of August Deadline: Report Senators have just days to vote on the long-awaited crypto Clarity Act. This post White House Now Reviewing Crypto Clarity Act Ethics Text Ahead of August Deadline: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/5/2026, 9:16:24 PM
Senator Warren questions US AI chip policy after Trump crypto investment: Report
The lawmaker reportedly sent a letter to the Commerce Secretary demanding answers about the administration’s treatment of the UAE following investments in the Trump family’s crypto company.
By Turner Wright 8/5/2026, 9:15:37 PM
US dollar expected to maintain strength despite yen intervention: Reuters poll
The persistent strength of the US dollar could lead to broader economic impacts, influencing global trade dynamics and commodity prices. The post US dollar expected to maintain strength despite yen intervention: Reuters poll appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 9:11:22 PM
Inter Milan submits €40M bid for Barcelona midfielder Marc Casadó
Inter Milan's bid for Casad highlights the strategic financial leverage clubs wield in player valuations, impacting future transfer dynamics. The post Inter Milan submits €40M bid for Barcelona midfielder Marc Casadó appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 9:09:02 PM
AWS partners with Anthropic and OpenAI to build AI-native security platform for developers
AWS's collaboration with Anthropic and OpenAI signifies a shift towards AI-driven security, potentially reducing reliance on human analysts. The post AWS partners with Anthropic and OpenAI to build AI-native security platform for developers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 9:08:45 PM
Iran documentary confirms Jamshid Sharmahd’s abduction, death in custody
The documentary's revelations may exacerbate Iran-West tensions, complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting future international relations. The post Iran documentary confirms Jamshid Sharmahd’s abduction, death in custody appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 9:07:13 PM
Former OpenAI researcher co-founds Conduit to develop mind-reading AI
The development of mind-reading AI could revolutionize communication for individuals with motor impairments, raising ethical and regulatory considerations. The post Former OpenAI researcher co-founds Conduit to develop mind-reading AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 9:07:05 PM
XRP Ledger Eyes Major Multisig Upgrade Targeting Institutional Custody
The XRP Ledger could soon receive a major upgrade aimed at improving multi-signature transaction coordination.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/5/2026, 8:57:13 PM
Mallorca defeats PSG 3-0 in pre-season friendly, but the $PSG token barely blinked
The match's outcome highlights the limited impact of pre-season results on fan token markets, emphasizing the focus on competitive fixtures. The post Mallorca defeats PSG 3-0 in pre-season friendly, but the $PSG token barely blinked appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 8:55:29 PM
Celestica announces $3B equity offering as AI infrastructure demand surges
Celestica's equity offering highlights the escalating investment in AI infrastructure, potentially reshaping the tech ecosystem's growth dynamics. The post Celestica announces $3B equity offering as AI infrastructure demand surges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 8:54:47 PM
Ukraine launches drone strikes on western Russia, Crimea targets
Ukraine's drone strikes on Russia and Crimea could escalate tensions, impacting military strategies and market confidence in regional stability. The post Ukraine launches drone strikes on western Russia, Crimea targets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 8:53:51 PM
Block’s bitcoin gross profit falls 31% after Cash App fee cuts
Block's strategic fee cuts boost user engagement and trading volume, potentially enhancing long-term growth despite short-term profit dips. The post Block’s bitcoin gross profit falls 31% after Cash App fee cuts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 8:53:26 PM
Lummis pushes CLARITY Act vote before August recess
Senator Cynthia Lummis is pressing the Senate to vote on the CLARITY Act before its August recess as bipartisan negotiations continue over several unresolved provisions. Lummis says CLARITY Act talks continue daily Lummis said Senate negotiators were still working toward…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/5/2026, 8:51:23 PM
What Happens to Crypto If the CLARITY Act Fails This Week? Hougan Explains
Matt Hougan said the bill's failure could unsettle markets briefly, but clearer odds may remove uncertainty and support a fall rally.
By Chayanika Deka 8/5/2026, 8:43:57 PM
All six US Solana ETFs have suffered five consecutive days of absolute zero net flows
The product-wide pause followed an $18.1 million BSOL outflow while seed and conversion capital complicate the cumulative total. The post All six US Solana ETFs have suffered five consecutive days of absolute zero net flows appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/5/2026, 8:35:44 PM
Hashdex Bitcoin ETF to shut down following low liquidity
Hashdex Asset Management stated on Wednesday that it will liquidate and close the Hashdex Bitcoin ETF (DEFI), due to low assets under management, limited liquidity and operating costs.
By N/A 8/5/2026, 8:33:41 PM
Bitcoin Red Team Finds 85 Critical Flaws Across 390 Open Source Repos After Coldcard Exploit
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Red Team Finds 85 Critical Flaws Across 390 Open Source Repos After Coldcard Exploit Triggered by the Coldcard RNG vulnerability that drained over $100 million, the Bitcoin Red Team led by Calle and Rob Hamilton has already filed 4,962 findings across 390 open-source projects using frontier AI models. This post Bitcoin Red...
By Juan Galt 8/5/2026, 8:33:06 PM
Israel rejects Arab Ministerial Committee’s declaration on Jerusalem
The rejection underscores persistent diplomatic tensions and highlights the complex international debate over Jerusalem's sovereignty. The post Israel rejects Arab Ministerial Committee’s declaration on Jerusalem appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 8:17:53 PM
Bitcoin funding rate flips negative as spot buyers push BTC up 1%
Negative funding rates suggest potential for short squeezes, but macro factors and sustained spot buying will dictate Bitcoin's future trajectory. The post Bitcoin funding rate flips negative as spot buyers push BTC up 1% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 8:14:14 PM
Bitcoin Options Flash $80K Max Pain as Wall Street Loads Up
Bitcoin traders have quietly stacked more than $41 billion into futures contracts, while the options market is flashing price targets thousands of dollars above where bitcoin actually trades. At $64,711 on Aug. 5, spot bitcoin looks almost cheap compared with the bets piling up across the derivatives market. Binance Dominates the Futures...
By Jamie Redman 8/5/2026, 8:12:01 PM
Coinbase suspends six trading pairs after market review
Coinbase will suspend six cryptocurrency trading pairs on Aug. 6 after moving five markets into limit-only mode as part of its routine market review. Coinbase places five markets in limit-only mode Coinbase Markets said trading will end for LSETH-ETH, MINA-EUR,…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/5/2026, 8:10:28 PM
Fed’s Cook signals potential rate hike if disinflation trend falters
Potential rate hikes could tighten monetary policy, influencing inflation expectations and market dynamics, impacting economic growth prospects. The post Fed’s Cook signals potential rate hike if disinflation trend falters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 8:09:53 PM
Israel strikes south Lebanon after first evacuation warning in weeks
Heightened military actions in southern Lebanon could alter regional stability and influence Israeli strategic decisions and international diplomacy. The post Israel strikes south Lebanon after first evacuation warning in weeks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 8:09:11 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: ETH recovers $1,900 amid rising bearish dominance
Sentiment across Ethereum (ETH) derivatives has slightly slipped into negative territory over the past week.
By N/A 8/5/2026, 8:05:42 PM
“I’ve Never Sold a Satoshi, but Strategy is a Public Company,” Says Saylor as Strategy Sells $200M BTC
Michael Saylor, the CEO of Strategy, has hit back against recent criticisms regarding his company’s decision to sell $200M worth of BTC. Saylor, known for his Bitcoin maximalist philosophy, was accused of hypocrisy because he has long advocated against selling Bitcoin. Saylor responded on X: Saylor has made the point that his whole “never sell […]
By Talha Arshad 8/5/2026, 8:03:36 PM
Balyasny and Verition report losses as AI stock selloff rattles hedge fund giants
The AI stock selloff highlights the volatility and risks inherent in concentrated tech investments, challenging hedge funds' diversification strategies. The post Balyasny and Verition report losses as AI stock selloff rattles hedge fund giants appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 7:59:04 PM
Hank Green highlights gaps in YouTube’s AI labeling policy, raising questions for decentralized content verification
The lack of AI transparency in content creation could erode trust, prompting a need for robust verification systems across digital platforms. The post Hank Green highlights gaps in YouTube’s AI labeling policy, raising questions for decentralized content verification appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 7:58:20 PM
Securitize secures multiple investments from Blockchain Capital after tokenization partnership proves the model works
Securitize's success with Blockchain Capital highlights tokenization's potential to transform investment strategies and enhance market liquidity. The post Securitize secures multiple investments from Blockchain Capital after tokenization partnership proves the model works appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 7:58:16 PM
Trump Media Moves $165M BTC & Swears It Wasn’t a Sale
Trump Media’s Bitcoin holdings get skinnier by the day, but claims the latest $165M move is pure maintenance. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 8/5/2026, 7:54:00 PM
Iran threatens Gulf states over potential US military strikes
Escalating tensions may hinder diplomatic resolutions and impact energy markets, complicating prospects for a U.S.-Iran reconstruction deal. The post Iran threatens Gulf states over potential US military strikes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 7:49:42 PM
Dogecoin Crashes 90% from Peak, Hits 3-Year Low as Historic Oversold Signal Flashes
Dogecoin (DOGE) traded under pressure on Wednesday as the broader crypto market struggled to gain momentum.
By Newton Gitonga 8/5/2026, 7:49:14 PM
Newcastle signals Lewis Hall will not leave for Manchester United
Newcastle's firm stance on Hall highlights a strategic focus on long-term squad stability and asset valuation, impacting Premier League dynamics. The post Newcastle signals Lewis Hall will not leave for Manchester United appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 7:43:53 PM
Circle’s USDC adds $8B in market cap over the past year
USDC's growth and regulatory advancements position Circle to challenge Tether's dominance, potentially reshaping the stablecoin landscape. The post Circle’s USDC adds $8B in market cap over the past year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/5/2026, 7:41:57 PM
Iran vows nuclear development, complicating US talks: experts urge caution
Iran's nuclear stance heightens geopolitical tensions, complicating diplomatic efforts and reducing confidence in future US-Iran agreements. The post Iran vows nuclear development, complicating US talks: experts urge caution appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 7:40:35 PM
SpaceX call omits Tesla merger, cooling 2023 expectations
The omission of merger talks may temper investor enthusiasm, impacting market dynamics and strategic expectations for both companies. The post SpaceX call omits Tesla merger, cooling 2023 expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 7:39:47 PM
Iran-US conflict bombing pause expected with Oman-Iran Strait agreement
The pause in conflict may foster diplomatic progress, potentially leading to sanctions relief and increased stability in global oil markets. The post Iran-US conflict bombing pause expected with Oman-Iran Strait agreement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 7:37:22 PM
Strategy offers $250 yearly for employee Trump Accounts
Strategy will contribute $250 annually to Trump Accounts for eligible children of its U.S. employees, expanding its benefits beyond its core Bitcoin treasury operations. Strategy adds Trump Accounts to employee benefits Strategy announced on Aug. 5 that it had joined…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/5/2026, 7:36:57 PM
Bitcoin Whales Accumulate as Retail Investors Cut Exposure
Bitcoin and Ethereum whales are accumulating through the downturn, while retail selling keeps prices below key technical resistance levels.
By Alexander Zdravkov 8/5/2026, 7:35:06 PM
Bitwise CIO says crypto will advance even if Clarity Act misses Senate deadline
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan said crypto will continue advancing even if the Clarity Act misses its Senate deadline before the August recess. The post Bitwise CIO says crypto will advance even if Clarity Act misses Senate deadline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/5/2026, 7:30:53 PM
A massive 100 million PROVE tokens unlock today, but razor-thin liquidity reveals a market unprepared for a 51% supply shock
CoinGecko shows 208.33 million and Tokenomics.com 233.332 million, but accessible official terms confirm only the investor-and-contributor tranche. The post A massive 100 million PROVE tokens unlock today, but razor-thin liquidity reveals a market unprepared for a 51% supply shock appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/5/2026, 7:30:35 PM
Top Solana (SOL) Price Predictions as of Late
According to Michael van de Poppe, a breakout above $76 could trigger a rally to as high as $120.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 8/5/2026, 7:29:10 PM