Dollar falls to three-month low as Fed rate hike expectations wane
A weaker dollar may boost commodity prices, complicating inflation dynamics and influencing future Fed policy decisions. The post Dollar falls to three-month low as Fed rate hike expectations wane appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:36:49 AM
ECB chief economist flags inflation risks as European defence spending surges to €418 billion
Rising European defense spending could strain fiscal health, complicate monetary policy, and heighten inflationary pressures across the EU. The post ECB chief economist flags inflation risks as European defence spending surges to €418 billion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:36:00 AM
CZ asks Trust Wallet to simplify hidden coin controls
CZ backed easier access to Trust Wallet’s Ignore coins feature after unsolicited meme tokens complicated management of his public wallet.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/17/2026, 9:32:50 AM
Bitpanda fined in Austria’s first published MiCA penalty
The FMA said Bitpanda breached MiCA rules on crypto white papers and marketing communications, with the decision now final.
By Yohan Yun 8/17/2026, 9:31:47 AM
Coinbase Premium Index negative for 102 days, signals weak US Bitcoin demand
The prolonged negative trend may dampen broader crypto market sentiment, affecting Ethereum's future price expectations and market dynamics. The post Coinbase Premium Index negative for 102 days, signals weak US Bitcoin demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 9:26:39 AM
Donald Trump threatens new Iran sanctions, heightens oil market risks
Trump's proposed Iran sanctions could exacerbate global oil supply tensions, impacting market stability and geopolitical relations. The post Donald Trump threatens new Iran sanctions, heightens oil market risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:19:24 AM
Ethereum to $10,000: Top XRP Analyst Reveals Real Level He Plans to Sell ETH
Following a $1,900 entry, popular trader DonAlt targets a theoretical $10,000 for Ethereum while planning a strict real-world profit-take.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/17/2026, 9:16:45 AM
Binance handed user data to Russia that led to a Ukrainian donor's arrest
Binance says it cooperates with lawful requests, despite exiting the Russian market in 2023 to improve its compliance strategy.
By Francisco Rodrigues 8/17/2026, 9:16:14 AM
Coinbase-Circle USDC collaboration, FOMC minutes, oil price: Crypto Week Ahead
Your look at what's coming in the week starting Aug. 17
By Francisco Rodrigues 8/17/2026, 9:13:02 AM
Duquesne Family Office dumps Micron and Intel, loads up on Bitcoin miners and AI plays
Druckenmiller's shift to Bitcoin miners and AI highlights a strategic pivot towards energy-intensive tech, signaling evolving investment priorities. The post Duquesne Family Office dumps Micron and Intel, loads up on Bitcoin miners and AI plays appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:11:59 AM
Meta, Oracle face bond market scrutiny amid AI spending surge
Rising AI infrastructure costs strain tech giants' finances, potentially increasing credit risks and impacting long-term financial stability. The post Meta, Oracle face bond market scrutiny amid AI spending surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:10:49 AM
Traffic halts in Strait of Hormuz as US-Iran ceasefire expires
The expired ceasefire heightens regional tensions, impacting global oil markets and increasing uncertainty over future US-Iran negotiations. The post Traffic halts in Strait of Hormuz as US-Iran ceasefire expires appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 9:08:27 AM
Glassnode: Consumer Confidence Sinks as AI Stocks Soar, Bitcoin Left Behind
Consumer confidence is sitting near its weakest levels in a decade even as U.S. stocks notch record highs, and Glassnode says bitcoin is being left out of the rotation entirely. A Confidence Paradox Consumer confidence remains, in Glassnode’s words, “among the weakest readings of the past decade,” even after two consecutive months of improvement....
By Shiraz Jagati 8/17/2026, 9:05:54 AM
ECB warns of elevated AI-driven tech stock valuations, potential correction risks
AI-driven tech stock valuations may face volatility, impacting investor confidence and market stability amid potential correction risks. The post ECB warns of elevated AI-driven tech stock valuations, potential correction risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 9:04:41 AM
Blockstream launches Blockstream Swaps for Bitcoin, Lightning, and Liquid networks
Blockstream Swaps enhances Bitcoin's cross-layer infrastructure, addressing vulnerabilities exposed by Boltz's suspension and boosting network resilience. The post Blockstream launches Blockstream Swaps for Bitcoin, Lightning, and Liquid networks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:02:47 AM
Renaissance Technologies increases stake in Strategy by 20% with $40M purchase
Renaissance Technologies' increased stake in Strategy highlights growing institutional confidence in Bitcoin-linked equities, impacting market dynamics. The post Renaissance Technologies increases stake in Strategy by 20% with $40M purchase appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 9:02:04 AM
House AI rules left unenforced, individual offices left to police themselves
The reliance on AI in legislative processes risks embedding errors and eroding drafting skills, with minimal oversight exacerbating these issues. The post House AI rules left unenforced, individual offices left to police themselves appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:58:33 AM
Binance gave Russia data used in Ukraine donation case: Reuters
Binance gave Russian investigators user records later cited in a terrorism financing case involving crypto donations to Ukraine, Reuters reported.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/17/2026, 8:52:00 AM
SafePal breach exposes 40,000 customers as hardware wallet attacks escalate from data leaks to $100 million theft
An order-tracking flaw exposed contact, shipping and purchase details, while SafePal reported no evidence of compromised wallets or funds. The post SafePal breach exposes 40,000 customers as hardware wallet attacks escalate from data leaks to $100 million theft appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/17/2026, 8:50:33 AM
Blockstream launches swaps service after Boltz suspends operations
Blockstream has launched Blockstream Swaps in beta testing after noncustodial swap provider Boltz suspended its services following months of automated probing and several exploits. Blockstream said in an Aug. 10 announcement that the in-house service is already being tested with…
By Rony Roy 8/17/2026, 8:48:06 AM
Pi Network Price Forecast: Downside fears persist as recent gains lack momentum
Pi Network (PI) edges higher on Monday, signaling that bulls are defending the $0.0839 support floor after two consecutive days of losses. The Pi Core Team released a new Node upgrade on Saturday focused on advancing its distributed computing capabilities.
By N/A 8/17/2026, 8:45:59 AM
China reserve gauge hits 12-year high, smoothing yuan rise
China's reserve strategy may stabilize the yuan, potentially affecting global currency dynamics and influencing gold and dollar markets. The post China reserve gauge hits 12-year high, smoothing yuan rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 8:44:19 AM
China’s commercial banks acquire net $289B of forex in January-July period
China's increased forex acquisition by banks highlights its strategic shift towards yuan dominance, reducing reliance on the US dollar. The post China’s commercial banks acquire net $289B of forex in January-July period appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:43:03 AM
CZ Announces Privacy Measures Update for Trust Wallet: 'It's Impossible to Clean Out'
The unpleasant situation around memecoins and Binance's CZ triggered a new update on Trust Wallet.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/17/2026, 8:40:00 AM
Live updates: Bitcoin flat near $63,500, but the flows have quietly turned
US spot ETFs took in more than 14,000 BTC in five days and Q3 flows have flipped positive, ARP Digital's Yusuf Fakhro says, fresh demand landing in the thinnest, most sold-out market in years.
By Shaurya Malwa 8/17/2026, 8:38:26 AM
XDC Network hits all-time high of 27.7M monthly transactions
XDC Network's transaction surge underscores its growing role in enterprise blockchain solutions, enhancing efficiency and interoperability in finance. The post XDC Network hits all-time high of 27.7M monthly transactions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:38:17 AM
China adds eight banks to digital yuan network as operators reach 30
The People’s Bank of China has added eight commercial banks to its digital yuan operating network, taking the number of e-CNY service operators to 30 as the central bank continues expanding access to its state-backed digital currency. According to an…
By Rony Roy 8/17/2026, 8:33:40 AM
Knaken creditors face losses after €2.2M crypto sale
Dutch prosecutors sold Knaken’s remaining crypto for €2.2 million as its trustee investigated a shortfall affecting thousands of customers.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/17/2026, 8:32:45 AM
September Fed interest-rate increase is 'very unlikely,' Goldman Sachs says
Soft economic data has Goldman Sachs doubting a September rate increase, offering good news for bitcoin bulls.
By Omkar Godbole 8/17/2026, 8:16:11 AM
Stripe agrees to buy AI routing startup OpenRouter for over $7 billion
Stripe has reportedly finalized an agreement to acquire AI model-routing platform OpenRouter for more than $7 billion, months after the startup was valued at $1.3 billion in its latest funding round. Bloomberg reported on Sunday that Stripe had reached a…
By Rony Roy 8/17/2026, 8:15:30 AM
Ripple mints 10 million RLUSD as supply hits 1.71B
Ripple minted 10 million RLUSD on XRPL on Aug. 17 as circulating supply reached 1.71 billion, but the transaction does not identify demand.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/17/2026, 8:13:17 AM
Shein targets $25B valuation in Hong Kong IPO, a steep fall from its $98B peak
Shein's valuation drop highlights the volatile nature of fast-fashion markets and the impact of geopolitical and regulatory challenges on global IPOs. The post Shein targets $25B valuation in Hong Kong IPO, a steep fall from its $98B peak appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:11:00 AM
Prosecutors Sell Knaken's Crypto for €2.2 Million
Dutch prosecutors have sold the remaining cryptocurrency seized from failed crypto exchange Knaken for €2.2 million.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/17/2026, 8:06:58 AM
Tron Captures 52% of Low-Value USDT Transfers Globally
The Tron ecosystem continued to thrive in Q2, growing its stablecoin market cap to reach a record of $89.2 billion, with USDT as its flagship token. The project leads sub-1,000 USDT transfers amidst native-issuance chains, a testament to its allure in emerging markets. Tron Solidifies Stance as Stablecoin Chain, Leading USDT Market Capitalization...
By Sergio Goschenko 8/17/2026, 8:05:41 AM
Taiwan’s KMT proposes NT$10,000 cash handout amid AI-driven growth
The proposed cash handout could exacerbate inflation, impacting lower-income households and challenging Taiwan's fiscal strategy amid AI growth. The post Taiwan’s KMT proposes NT$10,000 cash handout amid AI-driven growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 8:02:43 AM
Is It Time to Buy Dogecoin? Major Bullish Signals Point to a Rally Toward $0.10
Dogecoin (DOGE) could be preparing for a major move as the broader crypto market begins showing signs of recovery. After months of selling pressure, DOGE is now trading near key support levels, allowing bulls to regain control. With strong community support and growing interest around Dogecoin, the current price could offer an attractive setup for...
By Sahana Vibhute 8/17/2026, 7:58:22 AM
China’s industrial output slowed and retail sales missed forecasts in July 2025
China's economic slowdown highlights the urgent need for robust policy interventions to address consumer confidence and global trade challenges. The post China’s industrial output slowed and retail sales missed forecasts in July 2025 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 7:56:31 AM
Is Anthropic About to Go Public Soon? October IPO Odds Are Surging
All eyes are on Anthropic now with their IPO heavily expected to hit the market in October.
By George Georgiev 8/17/2026, 7:54:43 AM
Iran suspects missing pilots held captive, eyes legal action
Iran's legal pursuit over missing pilots may heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting airspace management and market stability long-term. The post Iran suspects missing pilots held captive, eyes legal action appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 7:54:26 AM
Alibaba sells Lingxi Games in over $2B deal as it doubles down on AI
Alibaba's divestment from gaming underscores a strategic pivot towards AI and cloud, reshaping its business focus and industry dynamics. The post Alibaba sells Lingxi Games in over $2B deal as it doubles down on AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 7:49:38 AM
Germany open to selling Commerzbank stake to UniCredit if strategy aligns
The potential sale could reshape European banking dynamics, enhancing UniCredit's influence while testing regulatory and strategic alignments. The post Germany open to selling Commerzbank stake to UniCredit if strategy aligns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 7:49:33 AM
Duquesne buys into HYPE treasury firm with $23M position
Duquesne Family Office has disclosed a $23 million position in Hyperliquid Strategies Inc., giving Stanley Druckenmiller’s investment office indirect exposure to HYPE through the Nasdaq-listed digital asset treasury company. The SEC filing for the second quarter of 2026 showed Duquesne…
By Rony Roy 8/17/2026, 7:47:09 AM
Capital B buys 5 Bitcoin, holdings rise to 3,145 BTC
Capital B bought five BTC for €280,000, raising its Bitcoin treasury to 3,145 BTC as its year-to-date BTC Yield reached 2.14%.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/17/2026, 7:46:45 AM
Iran blames US for stalled talks over memorandum violation
The stalled U.S.-Iran talks could exacerbate regional tensions and hinder diplomatic resolutions, affecting broader geopolitical stability. The post Iran blames US for stalled talks over memorandum violation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 7:44:41 AM
Emerging-market currencies hit record high as Fed rate hike bets cool
The shift in Fed rate expectations may boost emerging-market investments and gold, signaling a potential reallocation of global capital flows. The post Emerging-market currencies hit record high as Fed rate hike bets cool appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 7:44:01 AM
Greenlane’s $70m BERA treasury falls to just $16.4m in Q2
Greenlane Holdings’ BERA-focused digital asset treasury has fallen to $16.4 million in fair value at the end of the second quarter, leaving the portfolio about 76.6% below its $70 million cost basis. According to Greenlane’s latest regulatory filing, the Nasdaq-listed…
By Rony Roy 8/17/2026, 7:43:09 AM
China’s new-home prices decline faster in July, raising concerns about never-ending property downturn
China's prolonged property downturn threatens broader economic stability, impacting GDP, employment, and global commodity markets. The post China’s new-home prices decline faster in July, raising concerns about never-ending property downturn appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/17/2026, 7:41:29 AM
Iran: Islamabad MOU with US lacks 60-day deadline amid ongoing talks
The absence of a deadline in the MOU may prolong US-Iran negotiations, affecting regional stability and market expectations. The post Iran: Islamabad MOU with US lacks 60-day deadline amid ongoing talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 7:38:50 AM
Iran cites complexity, interference for delay in Oman talks on Hormuz dispute
The delay in talks may exacerbate regional tensions and economic uncertainty, affecting global markets and diplomatic relations. The post Iran cites complexity, interference for delay in Oman talks on Hormuz dispute appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/17/2026, 7:38:47 AM
Chainalysis Takes US Government to Court Over $94.66M TRM Labs Contract
A $94.66 million ICE contract has triggered a courtroom fight between blockchain analytics rivals Chainalysis and TRM Labs.
By Chayanika Deka 8/17/2026, 7:38:23 AM