Ethereum Institutional backs Ethlabs’ proposal to reduce block times
The backing of EIP-8198 by Ethereum Institutional could enhance Ethereum's financial infrastructure appeal, fostering broader institutional adoption. The post Ethereum Institutional backs Ethlabs’ proposal to reduce block times appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:08:46 PM
Anthropic targets ~9.5 GW of compute capacity by end-2027
Anthropic's massive compute expansion could reshape AI infrastructure, driving innovation and competition while addressing global data needs. The post Anthropic targets ~9.5 GW of compute capacity by end-2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:08:02 PM
Coinbase files to list first single stock perpetual futures in the US
Coinbase's move could revolutionize US trading by merging crypto's 24/7 dynamics with traditional equities, potentially increasing market volatility. The post Coinbase files to list first single stock perpetual futures in the US appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:06:58 PM
Column integrates USDC and USDT into core banking infrastructure for fintechs
Column's integration of stablecoins into its banking infrastructure could accelerate fintech innovation and stablecoin adoption globally. The post Column integrates USDC and USDT into core banking infrastructure for fintechs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 1:04:49 PM
Evernorth secures $30M from NH Investment for XRP purchases
Evernorth's $30M funding boost signals growing institutional interest in XRP, potentially reshaping its market dynamics and future valuation. The post Evernorth secures $30M from NH Investment for XRP purchases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 1:03:27 PM
CFTC Gives Passive Crypto Software Providers No-Action Relief for Regulated Derivatives Access
CFTC Letter 26-25 gives qualifying passive crypto software providers no-action relief from broker registration requirements, subject to conditions.
By Darnell Whitaker 9/18/2026, 1:01:03 PM
Visa and Mastercard Paying $167,500,000 To Settle ATM Surcharge Lawsuit – Here’s the Deadline for Submitting a Claim
Visa and Mastercard are paying $167.5 million to settle antitrust claims over non-bank ATM surcharges, with claims open through February 10th of 2027. The post Visa and Mastercard Paying $167,500,000 To Settle ATM Surcharge Lawsuit – Here’s the Deadline for Submitting a Claim appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Daily Hodl Agent 9/18/2026, 1:00:41 PM
Solana price tests upper Bollinger Band above $105
Solana price rose more than 4% on Sep. 18, reclaiming $105 in a derivatives-driven rebound, and a move above short-term resistance strengthened bullish momentum. Solana price action today According to data from crypto.news, Solana (SOL) price climbed from a daily…
By Rony Roy 9/18/2026, 1:00:00 PM
DHS’s predictive policing is unconstitutional, un-American and should be stopped
Targeting Americans based on what their spending habits can tell us about their politics is an abuse of our financial system, writes Coin Center’s Laz Pieper.
By Laz Pieper 9/18/2026, 1:00:00 PM
ECB President Christine Lagarde intervened to block Binance’s EU MiCA license: WSJ
Although the ECB holds no formal licensing authority under MiCA, high-level intervention led Greece to stall an application that regulators had previously deemed complete.
By Olivier Acuna 9/18/2026, 12:57:06 PM
Canada to join €90B Ukraine support loan, bypassing “Made in Europe” rule
Canada's involvement in Ukraine's support loan may heighten geopolitical tensions, reducing prospects for a ceasefire and impacting global diplomacy. The post Canada to join €90B Ukraine support loan, bypassing “Made in Europe” rule appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 12:55:57 PM
BABA Price Prediction: The Bounce Is Real, But the $119 Ceiling Is Watching
BABA has clawed back above its 20-day SMA after a post-earnings beatdown, trading at $111.74 with institutional sentiment skewed 74% long — but the SMA 50 at $119.21 looms as a hard wall. The bull ... (Read More)
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:55:17 PM
France probes Meta over misuse of smart glasses in harassment cases
The investigation highlights growing privacy concerns and regulatory challenges as wearable tech blurs boundaries in public spaces. The post France probes Meta over misuse of smart glasses in harassment cases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:55:03 PM
Harry Kane praises Lionel Messi’s humility after World Cup loss
Kane's admiration for Messi highlights sportsmanship's role in shaping legacy, emphasizing humility and respect over rivalry in football. The post Harry Kane praises Lionel Messi’s humility after World Cup loss appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:55:00 PM
1.6 Billion XRP Sent to Binance as Whale Activity Explodes to a Six-Month High
Large XRP holders are moving more tokens to Binance as 30-day whale inflows reach their highest level since March.
By Chayanika Deka 9/18/2026, 12:54:55 PM
Turkey moves to liquidate 131 investment funds amid Ponzi-like scheme concerns
The liquidation of these funds could undermine investor confidence, complicating Turkey's efforts to attract foreign capital and stabilize markets. The post Turkey moves to liquidate 131 investment funds amid Ponzi-like scheme concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:51:48 PM
Zcash ETF Plans 3-for-1 Split Weeks After $500M Milestone
Grayscale plans a 3-for-1 ZCSH share split after the Zcash ETF crossed $500 million in assets and launched options trading.
By Alexander Zdravkov 9/18/2026, 12:50:44 PM
Zcash targets November upgrade to make private payments up to three times faster
NU7 would reduce block times to 25 seconds while setting aside at least 60% of transaction fees to supplement mining rewards beginning in 2031.
By Shaurya Malwa 9/18/2026, 12:50:01 PM
XRP Ledger Hits 1.2 Billion in 24 Hours: Recovery Enabled
XRP Ledger payment volume has surged above 1.1 billion XRP, more than twice the 30-day average, as XRP attempts to recover from its latest decline.
By Arman Shirinyan 9/18/2026, 12:50:00 PM
NAVI’s Rhilech vows to prove doubters wrong ahead of Worlds
Rhilech's rise and NAVI's potential Worlds qualification could redefine the team's legacy and inspire future talent in competitive gaming. The post NAVI’s Rhilech vows to prove doubters wrong ahead of Worlds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:47:34 PM
NFLX Price Prediction: Bears Tighten Their Grip — $70 Support or Snap-Back to $78?
Netflix tokenized shares have cratered 4.57% to $73.27 in the past 24 hours, now sitting at the razor-thin edge of Bollinger Band support — a decisive break below $71.86 puts the $70 floor in play,... (Read More)
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:47:17 PM
JD Gaming defeats Team WE 3-1, advances to LPL Regional Finals lower bracket final
JDG's victory revives their World Championship dreams, highlighting the high stakes and intense competition in the LPL Regional Finals. The post JD Gaming defeats Team WE 3-1, advances to LPL Regional Finals lower bracket final appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:47:03 PM
SEC and CFTC bypass Congress to open crypto access after CLARITY fails – with a catch
Tokenized stocks and wallet-linked derivatives can launch under new relief, while durable rights and jurisdiction remain unresolved. The post SEC and CFTC bypass Congress to open crypto access after CLARITY fails – with a catch appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 9/18/2026, 12:46:01 PM
Anthropic reportedly told investors it is targeting a doubling of its AI compute capacity in 2027
Anthropic's expansion in AI compute capacity could intensify competition, potentially reshaping market dynamics and influencing AI innovation. The post Anthropic reportedly told investors it is targeting a doubling of its AI compute capacity in 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 12:45:28 PM
Ethereum Institutional signals support for Ethlabs’ motion to reduce Ethereum block times
The non-profit signaled support for reducing Ethereum block times, citing increasing institutional activity moving onto the smart-contract network.
By Zoltan Vardai 9/18/2026, 12:40:04 PM
US confirms space weapons deployment in direct warning to China and Russia
The US's space weapons deployment escalates global tensions, potentially triggering an arms race and redefining space as a war domain. The post US confirms space weapons deployment in direct warning to China and Russia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:40:02 PM
Mike Penders called up to Belgian national team for Nations League matches against Italy, France, and Turkey
Penders' call-up signals a generational shift in Belgian football, highlighting the need for fresh talent as the Golden Generation phases out. The post Mike Penders called up to Belgian national team for Nations League matches against Italy, France, and Turkey appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:39:26 PM
AMD Price Prediction: Three Straight Days of Fury — Is $575 the Next Stop or a Bull Trap?
AMD is trading at $551.18 after a blistering +5.31% session, riding a pricing-power catalyst and surging semiconductor sentiment — but with the stock already breaching its upper Bollinger Band and ... (Read More)
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:38:17 PM
Onchain finance challenges Wall Street as tokenized assets cross $17B
Onchain finance's rise could redefine financial markets by enhancing efficiency and compliance, but it also introduces new legal and technical challenges. The post Onchain finance challenges Wall Street as tokenized assets cross $17B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:36:31 PM
Anthropic targets 5GW AI compute capacity by end of 2026: NY Times
Anthropic's expansion could redefine AI industry standards, intensifying competition and innovation among tech giants by 2026. The post Anthropic targets 5GW AI compute capacity by end of 2026: NY Times appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 12:35:10 PM
Tunica-Biloxi Tribe partners with Kalshi to launch prediction market app
The partnership may redefine tribal gaming dynamics, potentially influencing regulatory frameworks and economic diversification strategies. The post Tunica-Biloxi Tribe partners with Kalshi to launch prediction market app appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:32:20 PM
Traders adapt to low currency volatility as the new normal
Low currency volatility fosters carry trades and hedging benefits but may mask underlying risks, potentially leading to abrupt market shifts. The post Traders adapt to low currency volatility as the new normal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:30:40 PM
Ripple Price Forecast: XRP bulls battle to retain control amid growing whale inflows
Ripple (XRP) ticks up and trades above $1.32 on Friday. Bulls are slowly returning to the market as dust from this week’s macro crosswinds and regulatory headwinds settles.
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:30:00 PM
AMZN Price Prediction: AWS Is a Rocket Ship — But the Chart Says Buckle Up Before Liftoff
Amazon trades at $252.29, sitting below its key moving averages with momentum stuck in neutral — but with AWS firing on all cylinders and Wall Street consensus targeting $323–$328, the dip is a set... (Read More)
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:29:17 PM
$7T quad-witching marks second largest event ever
The massive quad-witching event underscores heightened market volatility and the significant impact of monetary policy shifts on trading dynamics. The post $7T quad-witching marks second largest event ever appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:28:48 PM
Bank of Japan raises benchmark interest rate to 1.25%, highest level since 1995
Japan's rate hike aims to curb inflation but may weaken the yen further, impacting global trade dynamics and investor strategies. The post Bank of Japan raises benchmark interest rate to 1.25%, highest level since 1995 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:27:45 PM
Macron considers options to release strategic energy reserves as French fuel shortages worsen
Macron's strategic reserve release consideration highlights the urgent need for global energy security collaboration amid geopolitical tensions. The post Macron considers options to release strategic energy reserves as French fuel shortages worsen appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:25:19 PM
Mantic raises $25M to build AI that predicts the future better than humans
Mantic's AI advancements could revolutionize strategic planning, offering more accurate medium-term forecasts for businesses and governments. The post Mantic raises $25M to build AI that predicts the future better than humans appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:24:53 PM
Lithuania plans evacuation routes through Poland amid military threat concerns
Lithuania's strategic planning underscores regional instability, potentially escalating NATO-Russia tensions and impacting European security dynamics. The post Lithuania plans evacuation routes through Poland amid military threat concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 12:24:36 PM
META Price Prediction: $700 Breakout or Earnings Overhang Reversal — What Happens Next 30 Days
META trades at $685.69, pressing hard against its $693.10–$700.52 resistance ceiling with an RSI deep in overbought territory at 77.72. Either the stock clears $700 decisively and runs toward the $... (Read More)
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:21:17 PM
Giorgetti critiques European Central Bank rate hikes as ineffective against supply-driven inflation
Giorgetti's critique highlights the risk of exacerbating economic disparities within the eurozone, potentially destabilizing debt markets. The post Giorgetti critiques European Central Bank rate hikes as ineffective against supply-driven inflation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:20:56 PM
Macron reveals Russia’s hybrid attacks on France in recent weeks
Macron's disclosure highlights escalating geopolitical tensions, potentially prompting stronger NATO responses and impacting European security dynamics. The post Macron reveals Russia’s hybrid attacks on France in recent weeks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 9/18/2026, 12:17:48 PM
AMD Stock Climbs Above $553 as AI Selloff Recovery Continues
Advanced Micro Devices shares were up 1.5% at $553.35 around 6:40 a.m. ET Friday after jumping 6.4% Thursday, extending a three-session rebound from Monday’s AI-led semiconductor selloff. Visit Website
By Zabi 9/18/2026, 12:17:42 PM
MSFT Price Prediction: $550 in 30 Days Is Achievable — But First, Clear $502
Microsoft is coiling just below its near-term resistance at $502.23, with momentum indicators flat and the bears holding a positioning edge in the short term — but with Wall Street's consensus targ... (Read More)
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:13:17 PM
Solana DEXs execute 208M trades in a single week, surpassing NYSE and closing in on Nasdaq
Solana DEXs executed over 208 million trades in one week, surpassing the NYSE in transaction count and reaching 88% of Nasdaq's weekly trades. The post Solana DEXs execute 208M trades in a single week, surpassing NYSE and closing in on Nasdaq appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:06:59 PM
QQQ Price Prediction: Post-Hike Bounce Is Real, But the Next Wall Could End It
QQQ is trading at $720.57 — a 1% bounce off Wednesday's Fed-hike shock that briefly crushed the ETF to $700. The setup is intriguing but fragile: $724.85 is the line in the sand, and the Fed's hawk... (Read More)
By N/A 9/18/2026, 12:06:17 PM
Spain calls up 7 Barcelona players for UEFA Nations League campaign
Spain's reliance on Barcelona talent highlights the club's pivotal role in shaping national team dynamics and future football strategies. The post Spain calls up 7 Barcelona players for UEFA Nations League campaign appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 12:02:40 PM
Ethereum price breakout could open a move toward $2,800
Ethereum price recovered toward $2,500 on Sep. 18 as buyers defended support near $2,400, but daily and 4-hour charts show that the $2,550 area remains the main barrier to a larger breakout. Ethereum (ETH) price traded around $2,500 at the…
By Rony Roy 9/18/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Hungary plans to end Russian gas imports within a year
Hungary's shift from Russian gas reshapes EU energy dynamics, boosting regional cooperation but potentially raising domestic energy costs. The post Hungary plans to end Russian gas imports within a year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 11:59:56 AM
MKOI faces NAVI in LEC loser bracket final with the last Worlds spot on the line
The outcome will shape the future of both teams, influencing roster decisions and strategic directions for the upcoming seasons. The post MKOI faces NAVI in LEC loser bracket final with the last Worlds spot on the line appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 9/18/2026, 11:59:32 AM