Trezor: Someone Always Holds Your Keys. It Should Be You.
By Danny Sanders, Chief Commercial Officer, Trezor If you own a hardware wallet and you have spent the last few days worried, I completely understand. The recent Coldcard incident was serious, and real people lost real money, which is never something to wave away. One company made a serious mistake on one of the core […]
By Media 8/7/2026, 5:21:47 PM
Saudi Arabia to cut Arab Light crude price in Asia by 50 cents next month
Saudi Arabia's pricing strategy may stabilize fiscal goals but could influence global oil market dynamics and regional economic policies. The post Saudi Arabia to cut Arab Light crude price in Asia by 50 cents next month appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 5:21:47 PM
China’s AI industry faces scrutiny as quality concerns mount alongside rapid growth
China's AI quality issues could undermine its global competitiveness and raise security concerns, despite closing the performance gap with the US. The post China’s AI industry faces scrutiny as quality concerns mount alongside rapid growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:21:45 PM
Truffle Security CEO warns AI models lower hacking barriers at Black Hat USA 2026
AI's role in cyber threats amplifies risks by enabling less-skilled hackers, challenging organizations to enhance their defensive strategies. The post Truffle Security CEO warns AI models lower hacking barriers at Black Hat USA 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:20:58 PM
BNY Mellon boosts stake in Strategy, now holds roughly 1 million shares worth $187M
BNY Mellon's strategic allocation in MicroStrategy highlights a growing trend of institutional investors opting for crypto proxies to navigate regulatory and operational complexities. The post BNY Mellon boosts stake in Strategy, now holds roughly 1 million shares worth $187M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:13:53 PM
Manchester City signs Geronimo Rulli on two-year deal
Rulli's return to Manchester City highlights the club's strategic depth-building, ensuring experienced backup amid key player transitions. The post Manchester City signs Geronimo Rulli on two-year deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:07:33 PM
Japan’s yen surges after US jobs data amid intervention concerns
The yen's surge highlights the delicate balance between controlling inflation and supporting exports, with potential global economic ripple effects. The post Japan’s yen surges after US jobs data amid intervention concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:07:04 PM
Reform UK chair calls for probe into SBF-linked donation: Report
As the chairman of the Reform UK calls for an investigation into a FTX-linked political donation, the party’s leader prepares to face voters amid his own crypto-related scandal.
By Turner Wright 8/7/2026, 5:03:50 PM
Grayscale Staking Update Locks In Monthly Rewards Ahead Of IRS Deadline
The post Grayscale Staking Update Locks In Monthly Rewards Ahead Of IRS Deadline appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Grayscale staking strategy just became a lot more shareholder-friendly. Days before an important IRS deadline expired, the asset manager updated its trust agreement to make staking the default for nearly every eligible...
By Yash Jain 8/7/2026, 5:02:56 PM
Elon Musk claims AI requires more power than the grid can provide
AI's growing energy demands could reshape tech industries, emphasizing renewable solutions and sparking legal and environmental challenges. The post Elon Musk claims AI requires more power than the grid can provide appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:02:09 PM
New Bug Targets Web-Based Crypto Wallets: How 12-Year-Old Code Bug Cost Investors $5.7 Million
A 12-year-old CryptoJS bug triggered the $5.7M 'Ill Bloom' exploit across 2,100 wallets and app updates cannot fix compromised seed phrases.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/7/2026, 5:01:30 PM
US Treasury dismantles Iranian currency exchange network in sweeping sanctions campaign
The sanctions could significantly weaken Iran's financial infrastructure, impacting its global oil revenue flow and regional influence. The post US Treasury dismantles Iranian currency exchange network in sweeping sanctions campaign appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 5:00:19 PM
US Treasury targets Iran’s secret financial networks amid nuclear talks
The U.S. Treasury's actions could strain U.S.-Iran relations, complicating nuclear negotiations and altering regional geopolitical dynamics. The post US Treasury targets Iran’s secret financial networks amid nuclear talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 4:58:08 PM
BofA expects Fed to hike rates 75 basis points despite weak jobs data this year
BofA's stance highlights a potential prioritization of inflation control over employment, influencing future market and policy expectations. The post BofA expects Fed to hike rates 75 basis points despite weak jobs data this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 4:57:58 PM
Zerion unveils AI-assisted DeFi withdrawal process with new open-source CLI toolkit
Zerion's AI-driven CLI toolkit could democratize DeFi access, enhancing user autonomy and security while reducing reliance on traditional interfaces. The post Zerion unveils AI-assisted DeFi withdrawal process with new open-source CLI toolkit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:57:38 PM
$2.76B floods into high-yield bond retail funds as Iran peace bid calms markets
The Iran peace bid's calming effect on markets may lead to sustained interest in high-yield bonds, but geopolitical stability remains crucial. The post $2.76B floods into high-yield bond retail funds as Iran peace bid calms markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:56:57 PM
Bybit sues North Korea and Lazarus Group over $1.5 billion crypto hack
The fabricated lawsuit highlights the challenges of misinformation in cybersecurity, emphasizing the need for accurate reporting and verification. The post Bybit sues North Korea and Lazarus Group over $1.5 billion crypto hack appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:56:08 PM
BitMEX sale collapsed as buyers balked at founder ownership and shrinking business
Potential buyers, including Exodus, passed on BitMEX amid concerns over founder ownership and its shrinking business, according to a source familiar.
By Will Canny 8/7/2026, 4:53:56 PM
Trump tariffs ‘tortuous’ to soybean trade, says Chinese diplomat
The ongoing trade tensions may hinder diplomatic progress and delay high-level engagements between the U.S. and China. The post Trump tariffs ‘tortuous’ to soybean trade, says Chinese diplomat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 4:52:55 PM
Berkshire Hathaway repurchases $9B in stock, signaling undervaluation
Berkshire's significant stock repurchase under new leadership suggests confidence in long-term value, impacting investor perceptions and market dynamics. The post Berkshire Hathaway repurchases $9B in stock, signaling undervaluation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:49:57 PM
Hackers exploit BNB Chain smart contracts to distribute malware via fake CAPTCHAs
The exploitation of blockchain's immutability for malware distribution highlights the dual-use nature of decentralized technologies, complicating cybersecurity efforts. The post Hackers exploit BNB Chain smart contracts to distribute malware via fake CAPTCHAs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:49:11 PM
Russian forces attack Dnipropetrovsk, 2 dead, 6 injured: Kyiv Post
The attack highlights escalating conflict zones, impacting geopolitical stability and market perceptions of Russian territorial ambitions. The post Russian forces attack Dnipropetrovsk, 2 dead, 6 injured: Kyiv Post appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 4:48:41 PM
Pi Network (PI) Slips 5% Daily, But Community Sentiment Remains Strongly Bullish
PI has surpassed BTC, ETH, XRP, and several other major cryptocurrencies on one interesting front.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 8/7/2026, 4:48:07 PM
Trezor user says life savings stolen via Google phishing ad
A crypto user claims he lost his life savings after a sponsored Google result impersonating Trezor directed him to a phishing website. Trezor user reports losing his life savings A crypto user identified as David, who posts on X under…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/7/2026, 4:44:55 PM
Cloudflare launches Kitesurf web browser built for AI agents
Kitesurf's efficiency could revolutionize AI web interactions, reducing computational costs and enhancing scalability for automated tasks. The post Cloudflare launches Kitesurf web browser built for AI agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:41:20 PM
OpenAI slows development of upcoming Astra model over potential critical cyber capabilities
OpenAI is slowing development of its upcoming Astra model and expanding security testing after evaluations raised concerns about potential critical cyber capabilities. The post OpenAI slows development of upcoming Astra model over potential critical cyber capabilities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 4:40:34 PM
PubKey halts Bitcoin payments until further notice
The halt in Bitcoin payments at PubKey highlights vulnerabilities in crypto payment systems, potentially affecting broader adoption and trust. The post PubKey halts Bitcoin payments until further notice appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:40:04 PM
OpenAI slows Astra development over cyber risk concerns
OpenAI's Astra pause highlights urgent need for robust AI safety measures, impacting industry timelines and prompting regulatory scrutiny. The post OpenAI slows Astra development over cyber risk concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:39:52 PM
BlackRock’s Rieder sees AI driving 6% GDP growth despite hiring slowdown
AI-driven productivity may sustain economic growth, influencing Fed policy and market dynamics, but poses challenges for labor-intensive sectors. The post BlackRock’s Rieder sees AI driving 6% GDP growth despite hiring slowdown appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:38:12 PM
Wintermute Registers as US Broker-Dealer, Eyes Tokenized Stocks
Wintermute’s U.S. arm has registered as a broker-dealer, giving the crypto market maker a path into regulated securities trading. The firm plans to expand from digital-asset ETFs and related markets into tokenized equities if U.S. regulators permit them. Wintermute Challenges Jane Street, Citadel With US Securities Push Wintermute is moving deeper...
By Emmanuel Musa 8/7/2026, 4:35:51 PM
Bybit sues North Korea and Lazarus Group over $1.5 billion hack, secures asset freeze
The exchange has secured a preliminary injunction freezing stolen assets.
By Ian Allison 8/7/2026, 4:32:41 PM
Energy Vault signs $600M contract for AI data center power infrastructure
The contract highlights the growing synergy between AI and energy sectors, driving innovation in scalable, integrated power solutions. The post Energy Vault signs $600M contract for AI data center power infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:30:17 PM
Bitcoin Shrugs off Coldcard Hack and Clarity Act Delays, Price Chops Higher as Investors Buy ETFs
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Shrugs off Coldcard Hack and Clarity Act Delays, Price Chops Higher as Investors Buy ETFs The Bitcoin price seems unfazed by recent negative news. This post Bitcoin Shrugs off Coldcard Hack and Clarity Act Delays, Price Chops Higher as Investors Buy ETFs first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/7/2026, 4:29:44 PM
US intel warns Putin may send forces onto NATO soil within weeks
Potential Russian military actions on NATO soil could escalate geopolitical tensions, impacting global security dynamics and market stability. The post US intel warns Putin may send forces onto NATO soil within weeks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/7/2026, 4:23:51 PM
BTCPay Server warns active exploit may drain funds
BTCPay Server has urged users to install version 2.4.2 immediately after discovering that attackers are actively exploiting a critical vulnerability that could lead to stolen funds. BTCPay Server tells users to install v2.4.2 BTCPay Server issued the warning through its…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/7/2026, 4:22:44 PM
Moonwell reports 135% rise in USDC borrowing on Ethereum after interest rate overhaul
Moonwell's interest rate overhaul and governance model may signal a shift towards more community-driven, sustainable growth in DeFi lending. The post Moonwell reports 135% rise in USDC borrowing on Ethereum after interest rate overhaul appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:20:22 PM
Coinbase is pulling Loopring trading today – finding a safe place to sell LRC tokens is getting complicated
At 10:47 a.m. ET, LRC-USD was still limit-only while 74% of displayed volume sat on four outside venues. The post Coinbase is pulling Loopring trading today – finding a safe place to sell LRC tokens is getting complicated appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/7/2026, 4:20:21 PM
Phishing site impersonates Trezor in top Google search result, draining user funds
The incident underscores the urgent need for improved ad screening processes and heightened user vigilance to prevent financial losses. The post Phishing site impersonates Trezor in top Google search result, draining user funds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:16:26 PM
Bitcoin remains in death cross as soft jobs data cuts rate-hike odds
The soft jobs data and reduced rate-hike odds highlight economic fragility, impacting risk assets and signaling potential shifts in monetary policy. The post Bitcoin remains in death cross as soft jobs data cuts rate-hike odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:12:51 PM
Malta Regulator Flags Surge in Crypto Scams Exploiting MiCA Transition
The Malta Financial Services Authority has warned consumers about an increase in fraudulent schemes targeting crypto-asset holders during the European Union's transition to the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation. In an earlier review, ESMA said the MFSA had adequate resources and expertise but identified areas where it could strengthen its...
By Tareq Sikder 8/7/2026, 4:10:00 PM
Nvidia considers reducing memory in next-gen Rubin Ultra GPU
Nvidia's potential memory reduction in Rubin Ultra GPUs could drive increased hardware costs and strategic shifts in the AI chip market. The post Nvidia considers reducing memory in next-gen Rubin Ultra GPU appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:07:34 PM
Trump administration refunds $100B in tariffs to major corporations, but don’t expect cheaper prices
Corporate refunds may boost profits but highlight systemic issues in tariff policy and consumer impact, with no direct relief for shoppers. The post Trump administration refunds $100B in tariffs to major corporations, but don’t expect cheaper prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:05:35 PM
Kalshi markets power new AI risk tool for small firms
Blanket, an independently developed AI tool, is using Kalshi’s regulated event-contract markets to help small businesses identify and hedge operational risks. Blanket matches business risks with Kalshi contracts Blanket is designed to evaluate the risks facing a business and identify…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/7/2026, 4:05:06 PM
BTCPay Server warns of critical vulnerability, urges immediate update
The incident underscores the critical need for vigilant self-hosting security practices, highlighting potential risks for decentralized platforms. The post BTCPay Server warns of critical vulnerability, urges immediate update appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 4:01:57 PM
Gold vs Bitcoin Price Prediction: Recovery gains traction after unexpected decline in NFP
Gold (XAU/USD) is gaining momentum on Friday, trading above $4,350 after the United States (US) Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report. Bitcoin (BTC) shows signs of a steady recovery above $65,000, buoyed by growing risk-on sentiment.
By N/A 8/7/2026, 4:01:00 PM
Bitcoin ETFs Add Nearly $800 Million in the Wake of Coldcard Exploit
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin ETFs Add Nearly $800 Million in the Wake of Coldcard Exploit One of the biggest Bitcoin security stories of the year unfolded last week as a firmware exploit affecting certain Coldcard hardware wallets renewed industry debate around self-custody and operational security. At the same time, another story was developing in...
By Nick Ward 8/7/2026, 4:00:50 PM
XRP Could Rally 211% Toward $3.50 After Breaking Long-Term Resistance, Says Pundit
XRP traded in a relatively narrow range on Friday, stabilizing after a turbulent week in which the broader cryptocurrency market came under renewed pressure.
By Newton Gitonga 8/7/2026, 4:00:09 PM
Corporate treasuries hold 31M HYPE tokens, 13% of circulating supply
Corporate treasuries' significant HYPE token holdings could influence market dynamics, highlighting potential risks and strategic shifts in DeFi. The post Corporate treasuries hold 31M HYPE tokens, 13% of circulating supply appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 3:59:22 PM
Top 10 dApp Tokens of August 2026
Blockchain is often closely associated with Bitcoin, but its potential extends well beyond powering a single digital asset. By providing a decentralised, transparent, and tamper-resistant infrastructure, blockchain enables users and organisations to interact and exchange value without relying entirely on traditional intermediaries. This has opened...
By N/A 8/7/2026, 3:56:41 PM
Microsoft’s AI chips drive 40% efficiency gains, says Nadella
Microsoft's AI chip advancements could reshape tech industry standards, driving significant growth and investment in AI infrastructure. The post Microsoft’s AI chips drive 40% efficiency gains, says Nadella appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/7/2026, 3:55:21 PM