UK deploys warship to Middle East for Strait of Hormuz mission
The UK's naval deployment highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions, impacting regional stability and maritime security in the Middle East. The post UK deploys warship to Middle East for Strait of Hormuz mission appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/9/2026, 12:22:43 PM
3 Major Market Developments Suggest Crypto’s Biggest Years Are Ahead
After more than a decade, the U.S. digital asset industry is on the cusp of its “biggest years,” according to Miles Jennings, general counsel at a16z crypto.
By Olivia Brooke 5/9/2026, 12:15:44 PM
ByteDance raises 2026 capex by 25% to $30B for AI investment
ByteDance's increased AI investment highlights the intensifying global competition and strategic shifts in AI infrastructure and geopolitics. The post ByteDance raises 2026 capex by 25% to $30B for AI investment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 12:15:14 PM
Why Connecticut SB5 alarms US AI companies
Connecticut SB5 passed both chambers on May 1 and heads to the governor, making it one of the most comprehensive state AI laws in the US. Connecticut SB5 passed on May 1, becoming one of the broadest state AI laws…
By Peace Longe 5/9/2026, 12:15:00 PM
Zcash surges 110% as Gemini launches ZEC credit card rewards
The Gemini card's ZEC rewards could drive sustained demand for privacy coins, influencing market dynamics and investor strategies. The post Zcash surges 110% as Gemini launches ZEC credit card rewards appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 12:13:55 PM
Israel demands strikes on Iran’s energy sites amid peace deal doubts
Israel's demand for strikes on Iran's energy sites heightens regional conflict risks, undermining peace prospects and impacting market stability. The post Israel demands strikes on Iran’s energy sites amid peace deal doubts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/9/2026, 11:53:52 AM
Bitcoin’s Holder Count Plummets At The Fastest Rate in Nearly 2 Years — Details
Bitcoin is experiencing a significant drop in its holder base, with the number of active wallets declining at the fastest rate in nearly two years.
By Olivia Brooke 5/9/2026, 11:50:33 AM
Nvidia appoints former Goldman Sachs Vice Chairman Suzanne Nora Johnson to board
Nvidia's board expansion with a seasoned finance expert enhances its financial oversight, signaling a strategic focus on institutional maturity. The post Nvidia appoints former Goldman Sachs Vice Chairman Suzanne Nora Johnson to board appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 11:48:04 AM
Coinbase x402 powers Amazon’s AI agent payments
Coinbase x402 is now native to Amazon Bedrock AgentCore, letting AI agents pay for services in USDC without human input Coinbase x402 is now native to Amazon Bedrock AgentCore, letting AI agents pay for services in USDC without human input.…
By Peace Longe 5/9/2026, 11:45:00 AM
XRP Ledger Sidechain Completes Major Roadmap Milestone
XRP Ledger sidechain gains utility in Blockchain-Based settlement launched for Euro remittances.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 5/9/2026, 11:40:00 AM
Bitcoin vs. The Hantavirus: Is BTC Bracing for Another ‘Black Swan’ Event?
Over six years ago, BTC plummeted by 50% within a few days as COVID spread like wildfire.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/9/2026, 11:35:53 AM
Sydney Huang Warns AI Bot Collusion Could Spread Before Regulators Respond
With AI-to-AI commerce expected to increase the velocity of money, central banks may find themselves unable to react to machine-speed inflation or flash crashes. Experts suggest that regulation must be embedded directly into the code to prevent cascading failures. The End of Policy ‘Lag’ According to an April 2026 International Monetary Fund (IMF)...
By Terence Zimwara 5/9/2026, 11:30:23 AM
Bitcoin briefly slips below $80,000, but options traders are betting the dip won’t last
Bitcoin’s brief drop below $80,000 during the last 24 hours has exposed a more fragile market after weeks of gains, but options traders are not yet treating the pullback as the start of a deeper breakdown. According to CryptoSlate data, the retreat erased part of a rally that had carried Bitcoin about 37% higher since […] The post Bitcoin briefly...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 5/9/2026, 11:30:12 AM
China unveils LineShine supercomputer, aims to surpass US’s El Capitan
China's LineShine could redefine global tech dynamics, challenging US dominance and accelerating shifts in AI and cryptography landscapes. The post China unveils LineShine supercomputer, aims to surpass US’s El Capitan appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 11:26:57 AM
Trump administration prepares AI security order for US agencies
The AI security order may lead to increased regulatory oversight, impacting AI companies' operations and disclosure requirements. The post Trump administration prepares AI security order for US agencies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 11:24:01 AM
Court lets Arbitrum DAO to transfer $71M in ETH tied to North Korea hack to Aave
A Manhattan judge modified a restraining notice to let Arbitrum DAO move $71 million in frozen Ether to Aave, while preserving terrorism victims’ legal claim on the funds.
By Amin Haqshanas 5/9/2026, 11:12:08 AM
IREN Surges After $3.4B NVIDIA AI Cloud Deal
The post IREN Surges After $3.4B NVIDIA AI Cloud Deal appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News IREN announced a massive $3.4 billion AI cloud infrastructure agreement with NVIDIA, including an option for NVIDIA to invest up to $2.1 billion in equity. The partnership triggered explosive trading activity, with IREN’s NASDAQ trading volume surpassing...
By Qadir AK 5/9/2026, 11:09:38 AM
Boston Fed president Collins warns Iran conflict energy shocks could keep rates elevated, pressuring crypto
The prolonged high rates due to geopolitical tensions may deter speculative investments, impacting crypto markets and broader economic stability. The post Boston Fed president Collins warns Iran conflict energy shocks could keep rates elevated, pressuring crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 11:01:59 AM
ONDO Finance files SEC no-action letter, joins DTCC consortium for tokenized securities push
Ondo's regulatory move could set a precedent for blockchain-based securities, influencing future tokenization frameworks and market dynamics. The post ONDO Finance files SEC no-action letter, joins DTCC consortium for tokenized securities push appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 11:00:56 AM
Payward applies for OCC charter to become federally regulated crypto bank
Payward's move towards a federally regulated crypto bank could reshape digital asset custody, enhancing institutional trust and compliance. The post Payward applies for OCC charter to become federally regulated crypto bank appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 11:00:29 AM
Kraken’s Parent Files For OCC National Trust Charter—Hinting At A Ripple, Coinbase Play
Payward, the parent company of cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, disclosed on Friday that it has filed an application with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) seeking approval for a National Trust Company charter. A national trust company charter would allow Payward to set up a federally regulated custody business under OCC...
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/9/2026, 11:00:25 AM
Pundit Says XRP At $1,000 Is Nothing Big, The Real Value Is Much Higher
Crypto pundit Remi has declared that an XRP rally to $1,000 is nothing big, indicating that the altcoin could easily reach this target. The pundit also revealed why he believes that XRP could rally much higher, outlining potential use cases for the token. Pundit Explains Why XRP Can Rally Well Above $1,000 In an X post, Remi remarked that those...
By Scott Matherson 5/9/2026, 11:00:06 AM
Jordi Visser: Tokenization will reshape inflation dynamics, AI’s demand is driving asset price parabolas, and the tech sector faces a race against obsolescence | The Pomp Podcast
AI-driven market shifts are reshaping Bitcoin's role in accelerating economic disruption and token demand. The post Jordi Visser: Tokenization will reshape inflation dynamics, AI’s demand is driving asset price parabolas, and the tech sector faces a race against obsolescence | The Pomp Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 10:55:24 AM
Morgan Stanley’s ETrade crypto undercuts Coinbase
Morgan Stanley has launched E*Trade crypto trading at 0.5%, undercutting Coinbase, Schwab, and Robinhood in a pilot set to reach 8.6 million users. Morgan Stanley has launched ETrade crypto trading at a flat 0.5% fee, below Coinbase and Schwab. The…
By Peace Longe 5/9/2026, 10:55:00 AM
Trump faces setback as court strikes down 10% tariff on imports
The court's decision could reshape US trade policy, impacting industries reliant on imports and influencing future tariff challenges. The post Trump faces setback as court strikes down 10% tariff on imports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 10:39:46 AM
Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine with prisoner swap
The ceasefire may signal potential shifts in geopolitical dynamics, impacting global financial markets and cryptocurrency adoption trends. The post Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine with prisoner swap appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 10:36:53 AM
Virginia redistricting vote erased by state court
Virginia redistricting referendum was struck down 4-3 by the state Supreme Court on May 8, with Democrats immediately filing to appeal to SCOTUS Virginia redistricting was struck down 4-3 by the state Supreme Court, with Democrats filing to appeal to…
By Peace Longe 5/9/2026, 10:36:00 AM
Cardano to $0.53? Recovery Hinges on This Key ADA Level
Cardano (ADA) recovery setup forms, but big test remains at key support level.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 5/9/2026, 10:30:00 AM
US court finds Meta AI ads created fraud
A US court has found that Meta’s AI ads tools materially developed fraudulent investment content, stripping Section 230 immunity and exposing the platform to securities fraud claims. A US court found that Meta’s AI ads helped create fraudulent investment content,…
By Peace Longe 5/9/2026, 10:20:00 AM
The SEC looks at a 1990s fix for crypto markets to allow true “innovation pathway”
In a May 8 speech, SEC Chair Paul Atkins said the agency could consider a limited “innovation pathway” for on-chain trading systems in the near future. Meanwhile, the agency will reserve formal notice-and-comment rulemaking to determine how crypto platforms fit inside the exchange definition. Atkins tied that idea directly to the SEC's handling of...
By Gino Matos 5/9/2026, 10:15:23 AM
Marco Rubio sanctions Chinese entities over satellite imagery supplied to Iran
The sanctions could intensify US-China tensions, impact global supply chains, and influence crypto markets amid heightened geopolitical risks. The post Marco Rubio sanctions Chinese entities over satellite imagery supplied to Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 10:11:21 AM
Meta’s 2026 Stablecoin Push Faces Senator Warren Scrutiny Over Financial Stability Risks
Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren questioned Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg about the company’s stablecoin plans, warning of serious risks to financial stability, competition, privacy, and payments integrity. Related Reading: Tokenized China-Linked Equities And ETFs On BNB Chain Explode 2,850% In 2026 Meta’s Stablecoin Trials Under Scrutiny This week,...
By Rubmar Garcia 5/9/2026, 10:00:02 AM
'Working on Next Steps': Coinbase CEO Responds to Recent Multihour Outage
Coinbase CEO, Brian Armstrong addresses recent outage with next steps now being worked on.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 5/9/2026, 10:00:00 AM
OpenAI IPO nears as revenue crosses $25bn
OpenAI has crossed $25bn in annualized revenue and is actively preparing its OpenAI IPO for as early as the fourth quarter of 2026. OpenAI has crossed $25bn in annualized revenue and is preparing its OpenAI IPO for as early as…
By Peace Longe 5/9/2026, 9:59:00 AM
Why JPMorgan AI is no longer an experiment
JPMorgan AI spending has been reclassified from discretionary innovation to core infrastructure, placing it alongside data centers and cybersecurity in the bank’s budget. JPMorgan has reclassified JPMorgan AI investment as core infrastructure, treating its $2bn annual budget as non-negotiable as…
By Peace Longe 5/9/2026, 9:55:00 AM
Trump expresses hope for extended Russia-Ukraine ceasefire as crypto markets react
The ceasefire's potential extension could stabilize geopolitical tensions, influencing crypto market dynamics and investor sentiment significantly. The post Trump expresses hope for extended Russia-Ukraine ceasefire as crypto markets react appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 9:47:45 AM
Lumentum joins Nasdaq-100 Index after stock surges 339% since 2025
Lumentum's Nasdaq-100 inclusion boosts its market visibility and investor demand, highlighting the growing importance of optical tech in AI. The post Lumentum joins Nasdaq-100 Index after stock surges 339% since 2025 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 9:42:01 AM
Ethereum Dominance in DeFi Falls to 54%, Is ETH Losing Control of Biggest Market?
The post Ethereum Dominance in DeFi Falls to 54%, Is ETH Losing Control of Biggest Market? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, has seen its dominance in the DeFi market fall to around 54%, down from 63.5% earlier this year, as competing blockchains continue capturing a larger share of...
By Rizwan Ansari 5/9/2026, 9:39:05 AM
Render (RNDR) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Long-Term Forecast and Growth Outlook
The post Render (RNDR) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Long-Term Forecast and Growth Outlook appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of the RNDR token is . If demand for decentralized GPU infrastructure expands, RNDR could climb toward $18 by 2026. With sustained growth in AI computing and Web3 infrastructure,...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 5/9/2026, 9:31:26 AM
Six Months in, the AGA Exodus Has Reshaped US Gambling’s Lobbying Landscape
The American Gaming Association published its Q1 2026 Gaming Industry Outlook on May 7, the trade group’s biannual sentiment survey conducted by Oxford Economics across 26 senior gaming executives between March 23 and April 8. The headline numbers tell a confident story, but the details below suggest concerns over the growing impact of prediction...
By Luci Kelemen 5/9/2026, 9:30:30 AM
Tom Lee Sets $200,000 Year-End Bitcoin Target As Price Defends Crucial Support
As Bitcoin (BTC) defends a pivotal support level, Tom Lee has called for the end of the crypto winter, setting massive year-end outlooks for the flagship crypto and Ethereum (ETH). Related Reading: DeFi Platform TrustedVolumes Hit By $6.7M Hack As 2026 Exploits Surge Tom Lee Shares $200,000 Bitcoin Target Tom Lee, the chairman of Ethereum’s...
By Rubmar Garcia 5/9/2026, 9:30:20 AM
Strategy CEO Phong Le prioritizes math over ideology in Bitcoin sales
Strategy's shift to prioritize Bitcoin Per Share over total holdings may redefine corporate Bitcoin strategies, impacting investor expectations. The post Strategy CEO Phong Le prioritizes math over ideology in Bitcoin sales appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 9:19:33 AM
Federal Reserve’s Bowman says regulation is pushing corporate lending out of banks and into shadow lenders
The shift of corporate lending to shadow lenders due to regulation may increase systemic risk by reducing transparency and oversight. The post Federal Reserve’s Bowman says regulation is pushing corporate lending out of banks and into shadow lenders appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 9:17:20 AM
Sui Crypto (SUI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is This the Best Time to Buy SUI?
The post Sui Crypto (SUI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is This the Best Time to Buy SUI? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of SUI crypto is . SUI shows strong bullish momentum in early 2026, backed by rising TVL, ecosystem growth, and renewed investor confidence. If key resistance breaks, SUI could...
By Yash Jain 5/9/2026, 9:04:00 AM
Crypto Titans Rally: Top US Exchanges Lobby For Risk Asset Easing In CLARITY Act
Three of the United States’ largest crypto exchanges—Coinbase, Kraken, and Gemini—are pushing lawmakers to make a significant change to the anticipated CLARITY Act, the long-awaited framework for the crypto market that has been delayed for months in Congress. According to a Friday report by POLITICO, the companies have urged lawmakers to scrap one...
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/9/2026, 9:00:05 AM
SEC Chair Paul Atkins pushes for tailored crypto rules for on-chain markets
US Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins outlined a more forward-looking regulatory approach to blockchain-based finance on Friday, signaling the agency’s intention to develop clearer rules tailored to the rapidly evolving structure of on-chain markets.
By N/A 5/9/2026, 8:54:02 AM
Why Meta’s Muse Spark ditched open-source AI
Meta launched Muse Spark on April 8, its first fully closed AI model, abandoning its open-source Llama strategy Meta launched Muse Spark on April 8, its first fully closed AI model, abandoning its open-source Llama strategy. The launch marks the…
By Peace Longe 5/9/2026, 8:50:00 AM
US job growth exceeds expectations, but workforce declines persist
Despite job growth, persistent workforce decline and sector-specific losses suggest structural labor market challenges and cautious economic outlook. The post US job growth exceeds expectations, but workforce declines persist appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 8:49:34 AM
OBON Corp. linked to Nvidia chip smuggling scheme that allegedly funneled $2.5B in AI servers to Alibaba
The scheme highlights vulnerabilities in export controls, potentially straining US-China tech relations and impacting global AI supply chains. The post OBON Corp. linked to Nvidia chip smuggling scheme that allegedly funneled $2.5B in AI servers to Alibaba appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/9/2026, 8:45:12 AM
What Does ETH Need to Surge Past $3,000 Again as Whales Are Abandoning Ship?
Whales have reduced their ETH holdings by over 21% since the October peak.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/9/2026, 8:44:16 AM