Web3 Infrastructure Coins to Watch This Year
Explore Web3 infrastructure coins to watch in 2026, including oracles, data layers, storage, compute, restaking and cross-chain tools.
By Karim Daniels 5/15/2026, 9:23:56 AM
Strategy’s STRC stock logs record $1.5 billion trading volume, funds 11,707 bitcoin purchase
Heavy trading volume ahead of the ex-dividend date pushed STRC to its busiest session on record.
By James Van Straten 5/15/2026, 9:21:45 AM
Bitget’s OpenAI-linked token sale tops $100M before deadline
Bitget says OpenAI-linked preOPAI commitments topped $100M as its IPO Prime sale neared the May 15 deadline, despite equity risks.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/15/2026, 9:18:08 AM
‘The Buildup Is Sincerely Strong’: Michaël van de Poppe Says Bitcoin Could See a Fast Move to a Four-Month High – Here Are His Targets
Crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe says Bitcoin could rally to a four-month high in the coming weeks as momentum continues to build across the crypto market. In a post on X, Van de Poppe says Bitcoin “can literally go both ways,” but notes that if the asset continues grinding higher ahead of the upcoming […] The post ‘The Buildup Is Sincerely...
By Georgette Miano 5/15/2026, 9:15:54 AM
Senate Banking Committee votes on Clarity Act, favoring Bitcoin and Coinbase staking
The Clarity Act could reshape the digital asset landscape, impacting traditional banks and crypto platforms by redefining yield regulations. The post Senate Banking Committee votes on Clarity Act, favoring Bitcoin and Coinbase staking appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 9:12:52 AM
Ripple veteran reveals hidden XRPL tool blocking big money control
David Schwartz explained how XRPL’s Negative UNL helps the network handle validator outages without silencing smaller participants.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/15/2026, 9:10:00 AM
OKX Eyes A 20% Stake In South Korean Exchange — Here’s What It Signals For The Region
Global crypto exchange OKX is in discussions to acquire approximately a 20% stake in Coinone, one of South Korea’s five licensed crypto exchanges, according to a May 15 report by Yonhap News Agency — a move that would mark OKX’s most significant strategic foothold in one of Asia’s most active digital asset markets. Related Reading: […]
By James Halver 5/15/2026, 9:03:44 AM
Bank Of England To Ease ‘Overly Conservative’ Stablecoin Rules After Industry Backlash – Report
The Bank of England (BoE) is set to water down its planned stablecoin rules and is exploring alternative solutions to mitigate potential risks, following pressure from the local crypto industry and multiple lawmakers about the proposed restrictions. Related Reading: Brokerage Giant Charles Schwab Rolls Out Spot Crypto Trading To Retail Investors...
By Rubmar Garcia 5/15/2026, 9:00:35 AM
BitGo wins Moon deal to scale Bitcoin card products in Asia
BitGo will support Moon’s Bitcoin card products in Asia, starting with prepaid gift cards in Hong Kong stores and online this month in 2026.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/15/2026, 8:51:22 AM
How CLARITY Act survived a chaotic Senate markup after Warren, Banks and Democrats tried to slow it down
Inside a packed Senate hearing room on May 14, the air was heavy with the tension of a high-stakes jurisdictional brawl on the CLARITY Act. What was intended to be a routine legislative markup became a grueling “tick-tock” of procedural maneuvering, personal barbs, and a desperate search for a bipartisan middle ground. Ultimately, the bill […] The...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 5/15/2026, 8:49:48 AM
CFTC approves capital comparability order for nonbank swap dealers in EU
The CFTC's decision fosters regulatory alignment, reducing compliance burdens for French firms and potentially enhancing transatlantic market fluidity. The post CFTC approves capital comparability order for nonbank swap dealers in EU appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 8:47:16 AM
Sei (SEI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Will the Sei Giga Upgrade Trigger a Bullish Breakout?
The post Sei (SEI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Will the Sei Giga Upgrade Trigger a Bullish Breakout? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The SEI live Price is . Sei (SEI) remains in a bearish trend in 2026, with price approaching the $0.020 demand zone. A strong rebound could push SEI back toward $0.10–$0.20 by...
By Yash Jain 5/15/2026, 8:45:00 AM
Federal Reserve bids $10B for 10-year notes, and crypto markets should pay attention
The Fed's bid for 10-year notes could shift capital flows, impacting borrowing costs and risk asset valuations, including cryptocurrencies. The post Federal Reserve bids $10B for 10-year notes, and crypto markets should pay attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 8:44:47 AM
Ripple CTO Emeritus Details Hidden Tech Keeping XRP Safe From Big Money
A hidden XRPL mechanism revealed by Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz may be the key reason large corporations cannot quietly take control of the XRP network.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 5/15/2026, 8:44:00 AM
Bit Digital posts $146.7m loss as company cuts bitcoin mining exposure
Bit Digital has reported lower first-quarter revenue and another steep quarterly loss as the Nasdaq-listed company continues redirecting capital from bitcoin mining into Ethereum staking and treasury operations. According to Bit Digital’s earnings report released Thursday, first-quarter revenue came in…
By Rony Roy 5/15/2026, 8:40:37 AM
XRP nears $1.50 as Senate crypto vote and whale buying fuel fresh optimism
XRP surged to intraday highs near $1.55 on renewed optimism. Senate Banking Committee approved the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act in a 15-9 vote. XRP price could target a breakout as the market cheers the regulatory milestone. XRP price rose to near $1.55 on Friday as the cryptocurrency market cheered the Senate Banking Committee’s passage […]...
By Benson Toti 5/15/2026, 8:33:22 AM
Senator Warren Urges SEC to Investigate Trump-Linked Crypto Firm WLFI
The post Senator Warren Urges SEC to Investigate Trump-Linked Crypto Firm WLFI appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Elizabeth Warren is pushing for a new SEC investigation into World Liberty Financial, the Trump family-linked crypto project, over allegations involving investor treatment, token sales, and a controversial $75 million...
By Rizwan Ansari 5/15/2026, 8:33:00 AM
XRP Whales Now Hold Most Tokens Since 2018 As Price Eyes $1.50
XRP’s largest holders have pushed their combined balances to the highest level in nearly eight years, according to on-chain analytics firm Santiment, as the token tests the upper end of a recent trading range near $1.50. Santiment said wallets holding at least 10 million XRP now control 45.83 billion tokens, valued at roughly $68.5 billion based...
By Jake Simmons 5/15/2026, 8:30:51 AM
Miner Weekly – The Great Bitcoin Mining Power Shift: Who Won Q1?
Public Bitcoin miners spent years racing to add more hashrate to the network. In the first quarter of 2026, many of them did the opposite. This article first appeared in Miner Weekly, a weekly newsletter by Blocksbridge Consulting curating the latest news in energy, compute, infrastructure, and data analysis from The Energy Mag. The original […]
By Guest Author 5/15/2026, 8:30:26 AM
Hana Bank Invests $669M in Upbit Operator Dunamu: What the Deal Signals
Hana Financial’s investment in Dunamu is a rare case of a major South Korean bank directly owning a crypto exchange operator stake. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 5/15/2026, 8:30:00 AM
Australia’s CGT plan threatens crypto holders’ tax edge
Australia’s CGT plan may raise crypto tax bills from 2027, as experts warn it could weaken long-term holding and push traders to sell early.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/15/2026, 8:27:31 AM
EU in talks to join US-led alliance for tech supply chain security
The EU's move to join the US-led tech alliance signals a strategic shift towards stronger transatlantic ties, impacting global tech dynamics. The post EU in talks to join US-led alliance for tech supply chain security appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 8:21:14 AM
The U.S. stock market is getting close to dot-com bubble peak valuations
The Shiller cyclically adjusted price-to-earnings ratio for U.S. stocks is nearing the 1999 peak seen during the dot-com bubble.
By Omkar Godbole 5/15/2026, 8:19:48 AM
Hyperliquid (HYPE) Explodes by 20% in a Day but Red Flags Appear
The latest impressive price surge was likely driven by the Coinbase news, and perhaps due to the CLARITY Act progress.
By Jordan Lyanchev 5/15/2026, 8:14:12 AM
Strategy’s STRC hits $1.53B volume amid fresh Bitcoin treasury push
Strategy has recorded a new trading volume high for its STRC perpetual preferred stock, adding fresh attention to the company’s use of structured equity products to finance Bitcoin purchases. According to a post from Michael Saylor, Strategy’s Variable Rate Series…
By Rony Roy 5/15/2026, 8:09:28 AM
Bittensor (TAO) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Is TAO the Next AI Crypto to Explode?
The post Bittensor (TAO) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Is TAO the Next AI Crypto to Explode? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of the TAO crypto is . Bittensor Price could show a reversal to $500 be H1 2026. TAO’s long-term outlook targets $1,000–$3,000 by 2030 Bittensor (TAO) has gained attention as a...
By Yash Jain 5/15/2026, 8:04:00 AM
Sui Price Forecast: Bearish outlook strengthens amid positional unwinding
Sui (SUI) is down roughly 3% at press time on Friday, extending a five-day decline so far this week. Retail demand for the SUI token is waning as the market shifts attention away from underperforming layer-1 tokens. The technical outlook is bearish, pointing to a double-digit drop to $1.00.
By N/A 5/15/2026, 8:00:43 AM
Law Firm Behind FTX Legal Work Now Facing $525M Suit
A court-appointed bankruptcy examiner found that Fenwick & West was “deeply intertwined in nearly every aspect of FTX Group’s wrongdoing” — and now that finding sits at the heart of a $525 million federal lawsuit filed against the Silicon Valley law firm. Related Reading: Crypto Superapp Legend Announces Shutdown As Industry Shakeout Continues...
By Christian Encila 5/15/2026, 8:00:42 AM
Bitcoin Reclaims $81,000 Briefly After Trump Wraps Beijing Summit With China Trade Extension
Bitcoin dipped to $79,200 during the Trump-Xi summit on Taiwan tensions and a scorching inflation print before recovering to reclaim $81,000 as U.S. President Donald Trump wrapped his Beijing visit. A Summit Between the World’s Two Largest Economies Trump arrived in Beijing accompanied by a delegation of U.S. executives, including Tesla’s Elon...
By Shiraz Jagati 5/15/2026, 8:00:40 AM
Spot Bitcoin ETFs See Huge Cash Inflows
Spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have logged a significant resurgence of capital on Thursday.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/15/2026, 7:59:57 AM
Community Bank discloses security lapse after unauthorized AI app exposure
The incident underscores the urgent need for robust AI governance in banking to prevent internal mishandling of sensitive data. The post Community Bank discloses security lapse after unauthorized AI app exposure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:57:03 AM
Arc, Canton and Tempo raise over $1B for privacy-focused blockchains
The significant funding for privacy-focused blockchains highlights growing institutional interest in secure, scalable digital finance solutions. The post Arc, Canton and Tempo raise over $1B for privacy-focused blockchains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:56:39 AM
Threads tests Meta AI integration for real-time trend insights in beta
Meta's AI integration in Threads could reshape information dissemination, impacting market dynamics and regulatory landscapes globally. The post Threads tests Meta AI integration for real-time trend insights in beta appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:56:36 AM
Celsius executive Roni Cohen Pavon avoids prison after cooperation deal
Former Celsius executive Roni Cohen-Pavon has been sentenced to time served by a U.S. federal judge nearly three years after authorities charged him in connection with the crypto lender’s collapse and manipulation of its CEL token. According to proceedings held…
By Rony Roy 5/15/2026, 7:49:32 AM
Altcoins Gain Massive Momentum as XDC Network and Flare Prices Surge Amid Rising Bullish Sentiment
The post Altcoins Gain Massive Momentum as XDC Network and Flare Prices Surge Amid Rising Bullish Sentiment appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The altcoin market continues to display growing strength as several mid-cap tokens attract fresh bullish momentum despite ongoing volatility across the broader crypto space. Among the strongest...
By Sahana Vibhute 5/15/2026, 7:46:33 AM
Biggest Post-Quantum Challenge Facing Bitcoin: BNB Chain Research
Despite the common believe, one of the biggest issues with post-quantum blockchain isn't consensus.
By Arman Shirinyan 5/15/2026, 7:43:00 AM
Nigel Farage faces scrutiny over £1.4M property linked to crypto donor
Nigel Farage has come under renewed scrutiny in the United Kingdom after reports linked a £1.4 million property purchase to a multimillion-pound personal payment from crypto investor Christopher Harborne, adding to existing concerns over the Reform UK leader’s financial ties…
By Rony Roy 5/15/2026, 7:37:25 AM
Cardano News Today: Whales Now Control 67% of Total ADA Supply
The post Cardano News Today: Whales Now Control 67% of Total ADA Supply appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Large Cardano holders now control nearly 67% of the total ADA supply, marking the highest whale concentration recorded since 2020. On-chain data shows major investors collectively hold around 25.09 billion ADA after months of aggressive...
By Qadir AK 5/15/2026, 7:36:48 AM
Pi Network Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Future Targets, Risks & Growth Outlook
The post Pi Network Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Future Targets, Risks & Growth Outlook appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights Pi Coin Live Price is Price prediction for 2026 targets $0.85, with potential highs of $3.50. The Pi coin price forecast for 2030 highlights a price target as high as of $22.00 Pi Network’s vision...
By Yash Jain 5/15/2026, 7:35:00 AM
Ripple Whales Control Nearly 70% of Supply as XRP Eyes Major Breakout
Large XRP holders are continuing to accumulate even as the market remains sensitive to regulatory developments.
By Wayne Jones 5/15/2026, 7:33:03 AM
Quantum Computing revenue surges 9,000% to $3.6M in Q1 2026, but the fine print tells a different story
QCI's revenue surge masks underlying financial challenges, highlighting the need for sustainable growth and efficient expense management. The post Quantum Computing revenue surges 9,000% to $3.6M in Q1 2026, but the fine print tells a different story appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:30:54 AM
US and Bolivia Target the ‘Modern Pablo Escobar’ in Massive Crypto Laundering Probe
Bolivia’s anti-drug czar, Ernesto Justiniano, and the director of the Bolivian Special Anti-Narcotics Force (FELCN), Frans William Cabrera Quispe, met with DEA officials to organize collaboration efforts. The focus of this action would be to probe the cryptocurrency money laundering networks of Sebastian Marset. Bolivian Officials Meet With US DEA...
By Sergio Goschenko 5/15/2026, 7:30:35 AM
Google debuts Android Googlebook laptop platform with Gemini AI baked in
Google's Googlebook launch with integrated AI and Android signals a transformative shift in personal computing, challenging existing ecosystems. The post Google debuts Android Googlebook laptop platform with Gemini AI baked in appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/15/2026, 7:29:15 AM
XRP Price Surge Today
The post XRP Price Surge Today appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Spot XRP ETF inflows hit $18.52 million on May 14, their second strongest session since February, as investor appetite for Ripple-linked products accelerated Bitwise led gains with $7.01 million in fresh capital Meanwhile XRP Ledger wallets holding at least 10,000 XRP climbed...
By Qadir AK 5/15/2026, 7:27:31 AM
Top 10 dApp Tokens of May 2026
While many people associate blockchain primarily with Bitcoin, its capabilities extend far beyond powering a single digital asset. At its core, blockchain is a decentralised, transparent, and secure system that enables trustless interactions, unlocking innovation across a wide range of industries, including finance, gaming, supply chains, and...
By N/A 5/15/2026, 7:23:08 AM
Ethereum Crushes Rivals With Nearly 900000 Validators Worldwide, Leaves SOL And ADA Behind
The post Ethereum Crushes Rivals With Nearly 900000 Validators Worldwide, Leaves SOL And ADA Behind appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ethereum is making headlines today. New data from Chainspect reveals the network now has more than 897,000 validators spread across the world, a number that completely overshadows almost every competing...
By Debashree Patra 5/15/2026, 7:22:50 AM
NVIDIA CEO Draws Attention at Beijing Noodle Spot
The post NVIDIA CEO Draws Attention at Beijing Noodle Spot appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Jensen Huang attracted crowds in Beijing after visiting Fangzhuanchang No. 69 Zhajiangmian, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant known for handmade noodles and rich meat sauce. Wearing his signature black leather jacket, Huang casually spoke with...
By Qadir AK 5/15/2026, 7:20:16 AM
Signal warns Canada exit may follow lawful access bill
Signal may leave Canada over Bill C-22, as privacy groups and tech firms warn the lawful access bill could weaken encrypted messaging.
By Olivia Stephanie 5/15/2026, 7:20:00 AM
Signal hints it could leave Canada over lawful access bill
Signal's vice president of strategy said the firm “would rather pull out of the country” than comply with Bill C-22, which could threaten end-to-end encryption.
By N/A 5/15/2026, 7:18:26 AM
JPMorgan Says Bitcoin Will Keep Leading Crypto Market
The post JPMorgan Says Bitcoin Will Keep Leading Crypto Market appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News JPMorgan Chase warned Ethereum and other altcoins are unlikely to outperform Bitcoin anytime soon. In a May 14 client note, analysts cited Ethereum’s weak network activity, slow DeFi growth, and limited real world adoption since 2023. Bitcoin...
By Qadir AK 5/15/2026, 7:17:53 AM