Bitcoin Price Forecast: BTC recovery stalls near $80,000 as ETF inflows mount, whale demand strengthens
Bitcoin (BTC) price is trading in the green on Wednesday, holding above $78,000 while struggling to extend its recovery above the $80,000 mark. Institutional demand is strengthening, with steady inflows and BlackRock’s tax-deferred Bitcoin-to-ETF swap volume reaching $5 billion.
By N/A 8/26/2026, 11:40:27 AM
S&P 500 seen hitting 7,900 by end of 2026, says Reuters poll
The upward revision in S&P 500 forecasts highlights optimism in AI-driven growth, yet underscores uncertainty about sustaining earnings momentum. The post S&P 500 seen hitting 7,900 by end of 2026, says Reuters poll appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 11:38:31 AM
G2 defeats Aurora 2-0 in BLAST Open Porto 2026 opener
G2's victory sets a strong precedent, potentially reshaping competitive dynamics and increasing pressure on Aurora in the lower bracket. The post G2 defeats Aurora 2-0 in BLAST Open Porto 2026 opener appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 11:36:49 AM
CIA chief meets Russian intelligence services in first Moscow visit since 2021, Kremlin confirms
This visit highlights the complex interplay between intelligence diplomacy and geopolitical tensions, potentially influencing future US-Russia relations. The post CIA chief meets Russian intelligence services in first Moscow visit since 2021, Kremlin confirms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 11:34:52 AM
Uefa set to lift boycott threat after Fifa guarantees on commercial subsidiary plan
Uefa's conditional de-escalation highlights ongoing tensions in football governance, potentially impacting future leadership dynamics. The post Uefa set to lift boycott threat after Fifa guarantees on commercial subsidiary plan appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 11:32:30 AM
Ethereum developers flag contracts at risk from gas changes
Ethereum developers warned that Glamsterdam’s gas repricing could disrupt certain L1 contracts, wallets and tools using fixed gas assumptions.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/26/2026, 11:31:27 AM
Cryptoquant’s Bitcoin’s Bull Score Jumps to 80, but $83,000 Is the Real Test
Bitcoin’s Bull Score, a Cryptoquant gauge of market health, jumped from 30 to 80 in a single week as bitcoin rallied to $81,000, though the firm says a weekly close above $83,000 is still needed to confirm a new bull market. The Fastest Bull Score Flip in a Year Cryptoquant’s Bull Score, an index the […]
By Shiraz Jagati 8/26/2026, 11:30:41 AM
Ethereum price holds $2,450 as bull flag takes shape
Ethereum price traded near $2,450 on Aug. 26 after a sharp weekly rally stalled below $2,550, while its 4-hour chart formed a potential bull flag that could decide the next major move. Ethereum price consolidates after its weekly surge According…
By Rony Roy 8/26/2026, 11:30:00 AM
Bitcoin faces resistance at $80,000 as traders await US policy signals
Bitcoin's struggle at $80K highlights market sensitivity to US policy, potentially influencing broader financial strategies and risk asset trends. The post Bitcoin faces resistance at $80,000 as traders await US policy signals appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 11:28:49 AM
Why Bitcoin’s $80,000 rally just flipped from short squeeze to long squeeze
Bitcoin's brief pullback below $78,000 triggered more than $300 million in crypto liquidations as traders took profits after a sharp $80,000 rally driven by Treasury developments, ETF inflows, and a squeeze on bearish positions. Data from CryptoSlate shows that the largest cryptocurrency fell as low as $77,870 during the last 24 hours before...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/26/2026, 11:20:23 AM
IBM unveils Granite 4.2 models for local deployment with expanded agentic capabilities
IBM's Granite 4.2 models enhance AI adaptability and efficiency, potentially transforming enterprise operations and edge computing capabilities. The post IBM unveils Granite 4.2 models for local deployment with expanded agentic capabilities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 11:17:30 AM
ECB claims digital euro will offer 'maximum level of privacy' amid surveillance fears
Central bank officials say the Eurosystem will be structurally unable to link users to purchases, but civil society groups remain skeptical.
By Olivier Acuna 8/26/2026, 11:14:16 AM
Rent and Sell Energy TRON : TronBid Expands Its Marketplace With Two-Sided Trading
Rent and Sell Energy TRON : TronBid Expands Its Marketplace With Two-Sided Trading
By Chainwire 8/26/2026, 11:12:40 AM
Manchester United set to sign Ferdi Kadıoğlu from Brighton for £40M
Manchester United's acquisition of Kadolu could stabilize their defense, potentially boosting their Premier League and European ambitions. The post Manchester United set to sign Ferdi Kadıoğlu from Brighton for £40M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 11:12:14 AM
Meta CEO halts layoffs amid plans for AI workforce changes
Meta's AI-driven restructuring highlights the complex balance between technological advancement and workforce stability, impacting employee morale. The post Meta CEO halts layoffs amid plans for AI workforce changes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 11:10:50 AM
Bitcoin price prediction for 2026 Midterm Elections
Bitcoin (BTC) could fall toward its long-term support levels before the 2026 U.S. midterm elections if a historical pattern identified … Continue reading The post Bitcoin price prediction for 2026 Midterm Elections appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 8/26/2026, 11:06:13 AM
AI startup Runable valued at $65 million after $21 million Series A
Runable's funding success highlights the growing demand for AI-driven content creation, potentially reshaping digital productivity landscapes. The post AI startup Runable valued at $65 million after $21 million Series A appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 11:05:03 AM
Target Hospitality secures $250M data center contract through 2030
Target Hospitality's contract highlights the growing demand for modular workforce solutions in remote areas, but reliance on few clients poses risks. The post Target Hospitality secures $250M data center contract through 2030 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 11:02:48 AM
The 3 catalysts that could define bitcoin's next move
Your day-ahead look for Aug. 26, 2026
By Omkar Godbole 8/26/2026, 11:02:33 AM
BlackRock scores $5 billion of tax-deferred Bitcoin to ETF swaps
As iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), the largest Bitcoin (BTC) spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) backed by BlackRock Inc. (NYSE: BLK), attracted … Continue reading The post BlackRock scores $5 billion of tax-deferred Bitcoin to ETF swaps appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 8/26/2026, 11:00:12 AM
Kraken Freezes Accounts After HTX-Linked Dust Attack Hits Customers
Kraken temporarily locked customer accounts after sanctioned exchange HTX's wallets sent 12,000 dust transfers, triggering compliance freezes. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/26/2026, 11:00:00 AM
NCT price surges 200% on Upbit KRW listing
Upbit will open NCT/KRW trading on Aug. 26, offering 24 hours of zero fees as PolySwarm’s token rallies before the market launch.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/26/2026, 10:56:54 AM
Nvidia faces $200B AI-related credit exposure risk as Wall Street raises alarm over financing strategy
Nvidia's financing strategy could amplify systemic risks in AI markets, potentially destabilizing credit markets and impacting tech valuations. The post Nvidia faces $200B AI-related credit exposure risk as Wall Street raises alarm over financing strategy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 10:53:50 AM
Supply absorption ‘key question’ as Bitcoin fails to reclaim $80K: Analysis
Bitcoin struggled to establish support at $80,000 as investor cohorts all returned to net profitability.
By William Suberg 8/26/2026, 10:49:26 AM
Strategy cuts net leverage to near zero as cash matches convertible debt
Strategy's reduced leverage enhances financial stability, allowing greater focus on Bitcoin's potential without debt-related risks. The post Strategy cuts net leverage to near zero as cash matches convertible debt appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 10:48:16 AM
Japan weighs blockchain fast lane for securities cash settlement
The FSA, Finance Ministry, BOJ and financial institutions plan to study the infrastructure and produce a development plan by early 2027.
By Yohan Yun 8/26/2026, 10:46:47 AM
Bitcoin takes a breather after adding 23% in 7 days as ETF demand holds steady
The price of bitcoin fell to $79,000 on Wednesday after gaining 23% in seven days as August ETF inflows climbed above $3 billion.
By Francisco Rodrigues 8/26/2026, 10:45:29 AM
Strategy cuts net leverage to near zero as cash nearly matches convertible debt
The bitcoin treasury company has built nearly four years of preferred-dividend coverage while continuing to repurchase STRC below par.
By James Van Straten 8/26/2026, 10:42:52 AM
Morgan Stanley’s Khanduja cuts long-bond bets amid US Treasury buybacks
The Treasury's buyback initiative may stabilize yields, influencing interest rates and potentially boosting non-yielding assets like gold. The post Morgan Stanley’s Khanduja cuts long-bond bets amid US Treasury buybacks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/26/2026, 10:41:45 AM
Google’s Gemini AI transforms Deutsche Bank’s credit risk assessment
Gemini AI's integration could revolutionize financial services by enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving risk management strategies. The post Google’s Gemini AI transforms Deutsche Bank’s credit risk assessment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 10:39:25 AM
PLTR Price Prediction: Bulls Are on Thin Ice — $164 Test Likely Before Any Run to $192
Palantir's tokenized stock is bleeding through its short-term moving averages at $170.86 after a 3.3% drop, and with 64% of market participants net short and the MACD completely stalled, a flush to... (Read More)
By N/A 8/26/2026, 10:37:41 AM
Ethereum Developers Issue L1 Contract Alert as Gas Repricing Nears
Ethereum’s next upgrade could break a small set of contracts, with a warning issued accordingly.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 8/26/2026, 10:35:28 AM
Analyst: XRP Backed Ripple Prime’s $275M Bond Raise
A prominent analyst says Ripple Prime’s $275 million bond raise could signal a new use for XRP—as collateral for corporate financing. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/26/2026, 10:35:00 AM
Elon Musk awarded Order of Freedom by Ukraine’s Zelenskyy
Musk's award may strengthen US-Ukraine ties, potentially influencing future tech collaborations and geopolitical strategies amid ongoing tensions. The post Elon Musk awarded Order of Freedom by Ukraine’s Zelenskyy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 10:34:15 AM
HOOD Price Prediction: Goldman Just Raised to $124 — Now Watch $114.72 or This Party Ends Fast
HOOD is trading at $111.01, up 6.4% intraday, pressing directly into Bollinger upper-band resistance with Stochastics screaming overbought at 93. Goldman Sachs just bumped their target to $124 on A... (Read More)
By N/A 8/26/2026, 10:31:46 AM
Profit Connect owner convicted over $24M AI crypto fraud scheme
A federal jury found Brent Kovar guilty on 15 counts after prosecutors said false guarantees and nonexistent reserves drew at least 400 investors. The post Profit Connect owner convicted over $24M AI crypto fraud scheme appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/26/2026, 10:30:02 AM
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández faces transfer speculation amid criticism
Enzo Fernndez's transfer saga highlights the complexities of player-club dynamics, impacting Chelsea's strategic planning and market positioning. The post Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández faces transfer speculation amid criticism appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 10:28:39 AM
COIN Price Prediction: Goldman Lifts to $196, But the $191 Ceiling Will Decide the Next 30 Days
COIN's tokenized stock is pressing against its $191.46 immediate resistance at $185.33, with smart money running a 64.7% long bias and Goldman Sachs raising its target to $196 — a clean break here ... (Read More)
By N/A 8/26/2026, 10:26:12 AM
Oil prices fall as markets bet on easing Iran tensions
Market optimism about easing geopolitical tensions may stabilize oil prices, reducing the likelihood of significant price spikes. The post Oil prices fall as markets bet on easing Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/26/2026, 10:22:42 AM
ECB’s Cipollone lays out roadmap for Europe’s tokenised financial market, with 2028 deadline looming
The ECB's roadmap for a tokenised financial market could redefine Europe's monetary sovereignty, reducing reliance on private alternatives. The post ECB’s Cipollone lays out roadmap for Europe’s tokenised financial market, with 2028 deadline looming appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 10:21:35 AM
BABA Price Prediction: Smart Money Is Stacking Longs at $117 — But the Chart Isn't Ready to Cooperate Yet
BABA sits at $119.06, pinned below every major moving average with momentum at a dead standstill — top traders are 68% long and taker buys are running 2-to-1, but a failure to reclaim $121.27 this ... (Read More)
By N/A 8/26/2026, 10:21:19 AM
+521% Increase on XRP Ledger: Payment Volumes Grow at Enormous Rate
XRP is certainly not backpedaling from the bullish level, but recovery might stale a little.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/26/2026, 10:20:00 AM
NFLX Price Prediction: Overbought and Stalling — Brace for a Pullback Before the Next Leg Up
Netflix Tokenized Stock (NFLX) is trading at $82.18, pinned against the upper Bollinger Band with RSI flashing overbought at 70.49 and MACD momentum fully exhausted at zero — a near-textbook setup ... (Read More)
By N/A 8/26/2026, 10:16:46 AM
XRP ETF filing raises questions over Ripple escrow
A Cryptex ETF filing discusses additional XRP escrow releases, but Ripple has not confirmed a change and existing time locks remain fixed.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/26/2026, 10:16:45 AM
MiniMax revenue surges 283% in first half of 2026 as enterprise AI demand explodes
MiniMax's explosive growth highlights the accelerating global shift towards enterprise AI, potentially reshaping competitive dynamics in tech. The post MiniMax revenue surges 283% in first half of 2026 as enterprise AI demand explodes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 10:16:30 AM
Kalshi’s $1.5B equity offering is three-quarters sold at $1.12B
The Form D lists 71 investors and says Kalshi is relying on an exemption that allows certain private offerings without SEC registration.
By Helen Partz 8/26/2026, 10:15:44 AM
Hyperliquid’s AQAv2 Is Turning USDC Yield Into HYPE Buybacks
Hyperliquid officially activated “AQAv2” today. The mechanism is designed to route yield from billions in USDC reserves into automatic buybacks and burns of its HYPE token, with Circle and Coinbase running the plumbing behind it. What AQAv2 Does Hyperliquid’s validators approved the AQAv2, or “Aligned Quote Asset v2,” framework with 69.08%...
By Shiraz Jagati 8/26/2026, 10:15:38 AM
Crypto Doesn’t Need More Tokens
A $4.2 billion acquisition is a clear sign that tokenization is maturing, when Bullish bought Equiniti, a transfer agent that maintains ownership records and processes corporate actions for nearly 3,000 public companies.
By CryptoDaily 8/26/2026, 10:14:55 AM
AMD Price Prediction: $500 Reclaim in Play If Bulls Defend $470 — Here's the Exact Trade
AMD tokenized stock is coiling at $480.42, squeezed between a flattening MACD and a dense layer of moving average resistance overhead. Bulls have one clean shot at a $500 reclaim — miss it, and the... (Read More)
By N/A 8/26/2026, 10:12:24 AM
Nvidia earnings reveal its fastest-growing business might not be chips
Nvidia's strategic pivot towards networking and AI investments could reshape tech industry dynamics, raising potential regulatory scrutiny. The post Nvidia earnings reveal its fastest-growing business might not be chips appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/26/2026, 10:12:09 AM