MOUZ parts ways with Jimpphat after successful Counter-Strike 2 run
Jimpphat's exit challenges MOUZ to rebuild its roster strategy, potentially impacting their competitive edge and talent development pipeline. The post MOUZ parts ways with Jimpphat after successful Counter-Strike 2 run appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:33:15 AM
Crypto Lending Drops to $23.3 Billion as Tether Holds 68% of CeFi Loan Market in Q1
Centralized crypto lending loan books fell 6% in Q1 2026 to $23.3 billion, marking the sector’s first quarterly contraction since Q3 2024. Tether remains dominant, but Maple, Nexo and Coinbase gained share as Galaxy and Ledn saw the steepest pullbacks. CeFi Crypto Lending Falls 6% as Maple, Nexo and Coinbase Gain Market Share Centralized finance...
By Emmanuel Musa 7/2/2026, 11:30:22 AM
Smaller tokens lead as bitcoin, sol rally in 'first real bounce of the selloff'
Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies rebounded on dovish Federal Reserve signals, with speculative tokens like Memecore’s M and Audiera’s BEAT leading gains.
By Omkar Godbole 7/2/2026, 11:27:36 AM
Spain vs Austria at SoFi Stadium puts crypto’s World Cup bet to the test
The integration of blockchain in sports events like the World Cup could redefine fan engagement and reshape the sports economy. The post Spain vs Austria at SoFi Stadium puts crypto’s World Cup bet to the test appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:27:32 AM
Lamine Yamal’s World Cup knockout debut spotlights the sorry state of athlete fan tokens
The lack of interest in Yamal's fan tokens highlights the broader challenges and credibility issues facing unofficial crypto assets. The post Lamine Yamal’s World Cup knockout debut spotlights the sorry state of athlete fan tokens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:26:15 AM
Saudi Arabia exports most crude from Persian Gulf since Iran war began
The ceasefire's impact on Saudi oil exports highlights the fragile balance in regional stability, with potential volatility affecting global markets. The post Saudi Arabia exports most crude from Persian Gulf since Iran war began appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:25:13 AM
Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh outlines bullish AI productivity case
AI-driven productivity gains could reshape the US economy, potentially boosting growth without triggering inflationary pressures. The post Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh outlines bullish AI productivity case appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:22:30 AM
Cantor Fitzgerald projects Strategy stock to surge 115% to $212 after Digital Credit Capital Framework launch
Strategy Inc.'s new framework could enhance liquidity and attract diverse investors, potentially boosting stock value amid Bitcoin volatility. The post Cantor Fitzgerald projects Strategy stock to surge 115% to $212 after Digital Credit Capital Framework launch appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:22:24 AM
Saudi supertankers exit Hormuz in largest oil flow since Iran truce
The resumed oil flow through Hormuz may temporarily ease regional tensions and stabilize oil markets, but the ceasefire's fragility remains a concern. The post Saudi supertankers exit Hormuz in largest oil flow since Iran truce appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 11:19:44 AM
JPMorgan warns AI chip rally may struggle to sustain momentum
Market volatility in AI chip stocks could trigger forced sell-offs, impacting portfolios and potentially destabilizing broader financial markets. The post JPMorgan warns AI chip rally may struggle to sustain momentum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:18:36 AM
Meta plans cloud computing business called Meta Compute to offset massive AI spending
Meta's cloud venture could diversify revenue streams, but success hinges on mastering enterprise services, a shift from its consumer focus. The post Meta plans cloud computing business called Meta Compute to offset massive AI spending appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:17:30 AM
OpenAI offers 5% equity to US government ahead of potential 2027 IPO
OpenAI's equity offer to the U.S. government could enhance public trust and influence regulatory dynamics ahead of its anticipated IPO. The post OpenAI offers 5% equity to US government ahead of potential 2027 IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 11:17:18 AM
Rangers FC signs £6M goalkeeper as fan token ecosystem watches from the sidelines
The transfer highlights the limited financial influence of fan tokens, underscoring their role as engagement tools rather than investment assets. The post Rangers FC signs £6M goalkeeper as fan token ecosystem watches from the sidelines appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:17:15 AM
Hengli cuts output, cancels West African and Mideast oil purchases amid US sanctions
Hengli's output cut may tighten global oil supply, potentially driving prices up amid geopolitical tensions and shifting market dynamics. The post Hengli cuts output, cancels West African and Mideast oil purchases amid US sanctions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 11:15:13 AM
AC Milan’s Rúben Amorim seeks to sign Liverpool legend Virgil van Dijk
Amorim's pursuit of Van Dijk signals AC Milan's aggressive ambition to reclaim European dominance amid Liverpool's transitional phase. The post AC Milan’s Rúben Amorim seeks to sign Liverpool legend Virgil van Dijk appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:14:51 AM
Folarin Balogun suspended for US round-of-16 match against Belgium as crypto markets react
Balogun's suspension highlights VAR's controversial role and sparks crypto market activity, reflecting sports' growing financial intersections. The post Folarin Balogun suspended for US round-of-16 match against Belgium as crypto markets react appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:14:33 AM
SK hynix removes price caps from memory supply agreements, signaling new era for chip pricing
SK hynix's removal of price caps may lead to increased earnings volatility and potential antitrust scrutiny, impacting the broader chip market. The post SK hynix removes price caps from memory supply agreements, signaling new era for chip pricing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:10:41 AM
Amazon stock falls 12% in June as $200B AI spending spree spooks investors
Amazon's massive AI investment raises concerns about short-term cash flow, potentially impacting investor confidence and stock stability. The post Amazon stock falls 12% in June as $200B AI spending spree spooks investors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:09:23 AM
Solana price clears $80 resistance as technicals point to $90 next
Solana price has erased much of June’s decline by reclaiming the $80 level, with record transaction activity and a technical breakout driving fresh optimism. According to crypto.news data, Solana (SOL) price traded around $81.3 at the time of writing, up…
By Rony Roy 7/2/2026, 11:09:01 AM
Solana Foundation launches on-chain governance proposals for stake-weighted community votes
Solana's on-chain governance empowers stakeholders, enhancing decentralized decision-making while balancing influence among major and minor players. The post Solana Foundation launches on-chain governance proposals for stake-weighted community votes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:06:08 AM
FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 is set, and crypto has a front-row seat
Crypto's integration into the World Cup highlights its growing influence in mainstream events, potentially boosting global adoption and legitimacy. The post FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 is set, and crypto has a front-row seat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:04:48 AM
Blue Whale Growth Fund loads up on Nvidia and SK Hynix, dumps software giants
The shift towards semiconductor investments highlights a strategic focus on AI infrastructure, potentially reshaping tech investment priorities. The post Blue Whale Growth Fund loads up on Nvidia and SK Hynix, dumps software giants appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:02:36 AM
D.A. Davidson upgrades Palantir Technologies to buy from neutral, citing AI-driven growth
Palantir's AI-driven growth and crypto expansion could bolster its market position, but high valuations pose risks if growth falters. The post D.A. Davidson upgrades Palantir Technologies to buy from neutral, citing AI-driven growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 11:01:30 AM
Ripple CTO Emeritus Weighs Major XRP Ledger Transaction Change, but Sees Catch
Ripple CTO Emeritus explains why one XRP Ledger upgrade might not be worth the risk.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 7/2/2026, 11:00:54 AM
Solana Hits Record $3.4 Billion in RWAs
Solana achieves a major milestone in its RWA value, surpassing $3.4 billion as the demand for tokenized assets on the blockchain continues to increase.
By Caroline Amosun 7/2/2026, 11:00:51 AM
Ripple joins Open USD: what it means for RLUSD and XRP
Ripple Open USD news puts Ripple inside a stablecoin backed by Visa, Mastercard and BlackRock. It skips XRPL, so does it help XRP?
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 11:00:00 AM
Ethereum is splitting into three power centers and ETH treasury firms are paying for two
Ethereum Institutional announced its launch on July 1, folding a year of the Foundation's go-to-market work into a group pitching Ethereum to banks and asset managers on tokenization and stablecoins. Ethlabs, built by five former senior Ethereum Foundation (EF) researchers, surfaced days earlier with the goal of faster settlement and ETH's...
By Gino Matos 7/2/2026, 10:55:45 AM
Solana Foundation launches framework for protocol-level governance
The Solana Foundation launched a framework for protocol-level governance, enabling validators with at least 100,000 delegated SOL to publish new proposals.
By Zoltan Vardai 7/2/2026, 10:54:50 AM
Google loses final appeal against landmark EU antitrust fine after eight years of litigation
The ruling may prompt Google to alter its business practices, potentially impacting its market dominance and future earnings in Europe. The post Google loses final appeal against landmark EU antitrust fine after eight years of litigation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 10:54:17 AM
Staking Surge Tightens Supply, But Negative Sentiment Still Dominates Ethereum
Ethereum is having a tough time at the moment, with sentiment at rock bottom, but underlying supply dynamics paint a different picture.
By Martin Young 7/2/2026, 10:50:59 AM
Is The Bottom Finally Here? BTC, ETH, XRP, and SOL Flash Buy Signals
"Your window to buy crypto this cheap is almost gone," one analyst argued.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 7/2/2026, 10:50:12 AM
BMAG brings a full trading card expo to Bitcoin Asia 2026
BMAG will launch its Trading Card Expo alongside the fine-art program at Bitcoin Asia 2026. Hong Kong, June 2026 — BMAG (Bitcoin Museum and Art Gallery) will debut its Trading Card Expo at Bitcoin Asia 2026, August 27–28 at the Hong…
By Samuel Msiska 7/2/2026, 10:47:52 AM
U.S. accounts for 96% of global Bitcoin ATM losses in H1 2026
The total number of Bitcoin ATMs declined sharply in the first half of 2026, with the United States accounting for … Continue reading The post U.S. accounts for 96% of global Bitcoin ATM losses in H1 2026 appeared first on Finbold.
By Marko 7/2/2026, 10:47:08 AM
MIBR hands FaZe second loss at XSE Pro League Guangzhou 2026
FaZe's struggles could impact their sponsorship value and fan engagement, while MIBR's win may boost their fan token market performance. The post MIBR hands FaZe second loss at XSE Pro League Guangzhou 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 10:46:27 AM
FlyQuest removes player story from Counter-Strike active lineup
FlyQuest's roster instability may undermine team performance and affect betting odds, highlighting challenges in esports team management. The post FlyQuest removes player story from Counter-Strike active lineup appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 10:44:48 AM
BTC New Low → 6% Relief Rally → Rejects $61K: A continued bounce or Setup for More Downside? (July 2026)
The beginning of this week has been a busy one for the $BTC price. From making a new low at just under $58K, the price then rallied 6% but has since come back to potentially confirm $60K as support again. Bounce or failed rally from here?
By Laurie Dunn 7/2/2026, 10:44:37 AM
Iran warns US, Israel against attacks before Khamenei’s funeral amid tensions
Iran's warning highlights potential for increased geopolitical instability and leadership uncertainty, impacting regional and global dynamics. The post Iran warns US, Israel against attacks before Khamenei’s funeral amid tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 10:40:46 AM
Finance and tech sectors shed 28,000 jobs monthly amid AI adoption
AI-driven job losses in high-paying sectors may widen economic inequality, affecting consumer spending and tax revenue in key cities. The post Finance and tech sectors shed 28,000 jobs monthly amid AI adoption appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 10:37:36 AM
SBI Crypto shuts Bitcoin mining pool after 5-year run
SBI Crypto will shut down its Bitcoin mining pool on July 31 after more than five years, ranking 12th globally with about 2.2% of hashrate share.
By Helen Partz 7/2/2026, 10:37:14 AM
Bazan refineries in Israel face repairs until 2028 after Iranian missile strikes caused far more damage than disclosed
The prolonged refinery repairs could elevate energy costs, impacting crypto mining profitability and prompting shifts in energy sourcing strategies. The post Bazan refineries in Israel face repairs until 2028 after Iranian missile strikes caused far more damage than disclosed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 10:36:16 AM
Google fined €4.1B for blocking rivals with Android
The ruling underscores Europe's firm stance on antitrust enforcement, potentially influencing global regulatory approaches and tech industry practices. The post Google fined €4.1B for blocking rivals with Android appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 10:36:04 AM
Can XRP price break the stubborn $1.07 barrier after multiple June failures?
XRP has rebounded toward the stubborn $1.07 resistance after Ripple’s latest XRP Ledger lending plans and rising network activity revived buying interest, but another breakout attempt now faces a level that repeatedly rejected bulls throughout June. According to data from…
By Rony Roy 7/2/2026, 10:35:49 AM
Al Hilal hires Simon Francis to lead transfer operations, targets Richard Hughes
Al Hilal's strategic hires signal a shift towards European-style club management, potentially elevating the Saudi Pro League's global stature. The post Al Hilal hires Simon Francis to lead transfer operations, targets Richard Hughes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 10:35:08 AM
Google fined €4.1B by EU for Android antitrust violations
The EU's antitrust enforcement may reshape tech market dynamics, influencing regulatory approaches and impacting major firms' competitive strategies. The post Google fined €4.1B by EU for Android antitrust violations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 10:34:17 AM
Manchester United to discuss new contract with Bruno Fernandes as Tezos sponsorship highlights crypto-sports crossover
Manchester United's crypto partnership signals a growing trend of sports teams leveraging blockchain deals for stable revenue streams. The post Manchester United to discuss new contract with Bruno Fernandes as Tezos sponsorship highlights crypto-sports crossover appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 10:34:14 AM
Jim Cramer Reveals His Top AI Stock Picks
The post Jim Cramer Reveals His Top AI Stock Picks appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News CNBC’s Jim Cramer says investors shouldn’t panic over the recent rotation out of AI stocks. Instead, he sees it as a chance to buy some of the market’s strongest companies at lower prices. According to Cramer, quarterly rotations are common, but they...
By Debashree Patra 7/2/2026, 10:34:00 AM
Israel’s Haifa refineries face repairs until 2028 after Iranian missile strikes
The prolonged repair timeline may exacerbate regional instability and hinder diplomatic efforts, affecting global energy markets and US-Iran relations. The post Israel’s Haifa refineries face repairs until 2028 after Iranian missile strikes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 10:32:39 AM
Top RWA Altcoins To Watch This Week
The post Top RWA Altcoins To Watch This Week appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News As the crypto market searches for its next major narrative, the real-world asset market is once again attracting attention. Growing interest in tokenized finance and institutional blockchain adoption has placed several RWA projects back on investors’ watchlists....
By Shubham Vishwakarma 7/2/2026, 10:31:18 AM
Bitcoin zooms above $61,000 as inflation fears soften
Bitcoin rose more than 4% to trade above $61,000, its strongest level in over a week, after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh said inflation risks had eased. A 7.9% drop in South Korea's Kospi on renewed AI chip worries did little to dent the bid.
By Shaurya Malwa 7/2/2026, 10:30:42 AM
AI and crypto security: what Claude Mythos 5 changes
Claude Mythos 5 can find software flaws faster than almost any human. What its return means for crypto bridges, protocols, and DeFi security.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 10:30:31 AM