Binance launches Agent OS, letting AI agents trade and pay on its infrastructure
Binance's AI integration could revolutionize trading efficiency and automation, but it raises concerns about user oversight and risk management. The post Binance launches Agent OS, letting AI agents trade and pay on its infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/20/2026, 10:27:41 AM
Meme Coins Price Prediction: Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Pepe regain bullish momentum
Meme coins, including Dogecoin (DOGE), Shiba Inu (SHIB), and Pepe (PEPE), are trading in the green on Thursday, extending their previous day’s gains linked to US Treasury bond buybacks. The technical outlook for DOGE, SHIB and PEPE points to a bullish path forward as momentum shifts to the upside.
By N/A 8/20/2026, 10:27:25 AM
Ant Group’s quarterly profit plunges 91% amid aggressive AI spending spree
Ant Group's AI investments highlight the tension between innovation and profitability, underscoring the financial risks of tech-driven growth strategies. The post Ant Group’s quarterly profit plunges 91% amid aggressive AI spending spree appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/20/2026, 10:25:20 AM
Callosum Technologies aims to optimize AI workloads with chip combinations
Callosum Technologies' innovative approach could significantly enhance AI efficiency, potentially reshaping computational strategies and cost structures. The post Callosum Technologies aims to optimize AI workloads with chip combinations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/20/2026, 10:22:35 AM
GSR’s Andy Baehr makes the case for tokenized fixed income as the collateral layer traditional finance actually needs
Tokenized fixed income's adoption highlights its potential to enhance collateral efficiency, streamline transactions, and reduce capital needs. The post GSR’s Andy Baehr makes the case for tokenized fixed income as the collateral layer traditional finance actually needs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/20/2026, 10:22:19 AM
Ukraine gains ground near Kharkiv, foils Russian flag-raising attempt
Ukraine's advances near Kharkiv and thwarting of Russian actions suggest skepticism in markets about Russia's near-term territorial gains. The post Ukraine gains ground near Kharkiv, foils Russian flag-raising attempt appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/20/2026, 10:21:02 AM
BTC Nears $72K as Altcoins Surge and Short Sellers Lose $3B
Driven by a U.S. Treasury announcement and bullish comments from President Donald Trump, bitcoin hit a session high of $71,992, pushing its market cap to $1.44 trillion. Bitcoin Nears $72,000 as Macro Rally Gains Steam Bitcoin maintained its upward momentum Thursday morning, approaching $72,000 as a rally sparked by a U.S. Treasury announcement...
By Terence Zimwara 8/20/2026, 10:20:58 AM
North Korea launches 10 ballistic missiles during US-South Korea drills
North Korea's missile launches during US-South Korea drills may embolden further provocations, influencing allied military strategies. The post North Korea launches 10 ballistic missiles during US-South Korea drills appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/20/2026, 10:15:41 AM
Securitize says SEC delays crypto exemption over Clarity Act politics
The SEC's delay highlights the complex interplay between regulatory clarity and political strategy, impacting the future of crypto markets. The post Securitize says SEC delays crypto exemption over Clarity Act politics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/20/2026, 10:14:52 AM
Bundesbank finds no wage-price spiral forming despite Iran conflict energy shock
The Bundesbank's findings suggest stable inflation expectations, aiding ECB policy, but potential future wage pressures could alter dynamics. The post Bundesbank finds no wage-price spiral forming despite Iran conflict energy shock appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/20/2026, 10:14:14 AM
Tim Scott criticizes Democrats’ stance on CLARITY Act, says opposition is about restricting crypto
The delay in passing the CLARITY Act highlights ongoing partisan tensions that could hinder the U.S. from establishing a clear crypto regulatory framework. The post Tim Scott criticizes Democrats’ stance on CLARITY Act, says opposition is about restricting crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/20/2026, 10:10:48 AM
SEC delays crypto innovation exemption due to Clarity Act politics: Securitize
The SEC's delay highlights the complex interplay of politics and regulation, potentially stalling U.S. crypto market growth and innovation. The post SEC delays crypto innovation exemption due to Clarity Act politics: Securitize appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/20/2026, 10:10:20 AM
SWIFT Taps XRP-Tied Bank For Fresh Cross-Border Deeds
SWIFT’s new settlement scheme matches and nets payment obligations before final settlement occurs on existing systems. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 8/20/2026, 10:07:00 AM
Bitdeer locks in $400M five-year offtake deal for AI cloud facility in Malaysia
Bitdeer's strategic pivot to AI infrastructure highlights a broader industry shift from crypto mining to sustainable tech investments. The post Bitdeer locks in $400M five-year offtake deal for AI cloud facility in Malaysia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/20/2026, 10:05:26 AM
Crypto short liquidations pass $3B mark as Bitcoin price nears $72K
Bitcoin approached $72,000 in a second day of upside as crypto short liquidations passed $3.1 billion.
By William Suberg 8/20/2026, 10:03:04 AM
The Treasury buyback trade: how $4 billion in bond operations moved Bitcoin 8% in a day
The U.S. Treasury doubled its long-end buyback operations on Aug. 19, compressing yields and triggering the largest single-day crypto rally since March. This is the plumbing story nobody else traced. On Aug. 19, 2026, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent did something…
By Andrew Folkler 8/20/2026, 9:55:32 AM
GnosisDAO approves Gnosis Chain’s move to Ethereum L2
GnosisDAO approved Gnosis Chain’s transition into an Ethereum rollup, with its validator set set to retire after the EEZ launches.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/20/2026, 9:54:45 AM
South Korea confirms 22% crypto tax will cover private wallets, foreign exchanges
South Korea has confirmed that taxable crypto income earned through overseas exchanges and private wallets will fall under its planned 22% digital asset tax when the regime takes effect on Jan. 1, 2027. Digital Asset reported on Aug. 20, citing…
By Rony Roy 8/20/2026, 9:54:03 AM
Incident reported east of Al Mukalla raises maritime security concerns
Heightened maritime security concerns may hinder regional agreements, impacting market confidence and increasing geopolitical tensions. The post Incident reported east of Al Mukalla raises maritime security concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/20/2026, 9:53:53 AM
Bitcoin Price Forecast: BTC extends gains above $71,000 as liquidity conditions improve
Bitcoin (BTC) extends its gains, inching toward $72,000 at the time of writing on Thursday, as crypto markets continue to cheer the US Treasury’s decision to double its debt buyback operations.
By N/A 8/20/2026, 9:46:53 AM
Turkey denies Israeli claims, calls for international action against Israel
Turkey's stance may intensify regional tensions, influencing geopolitical alliances and prompting increased multilateral involvement in the Middle East. The post Turkey denies Israeli claims, calls for international action against Israel appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/20/2026, 9:43:47 AM
Bitcoin may offer an escape from the dollar’s reserve currency trap: Forbes
Bitcoin has been presented as a possible neutral reserve asset after an old video of U.S. Vice President JD Vance resurfaced in which he questioned whether the dollar’s reserve currency status ultimately benefits the United States. The commentary, written by…
By Rony Roy 8/20/2026, 9:40:30 AM
Elon Musk's X is exploring stablecoins to pay influencers and content providers
Conversations with X are ongoing, according to a person who also works with other social media platforms testing stablecoins to pay influencers.
By Ian Allison 8/20/2026, 9:40:25 AM
Trump wants the US to become a Bitcoin whale, but Congress controls the wallet
President Donald Trump said on Aug. 20 that the US is considering accumulating sizable amounts of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Current law gives his administration several ways to increase federal crypto holdings, though no public authority gives Treasury a funded program for multibillion-dollar open-market purchases. For Bitcoin, Trump's...
By Gino Matos 8/20/2026, 9:40:11 AM
Ripple stock position revealed in SEC fund filing
Kinetics Internet Portfolio disclosed 1,875 Ripple shares valued at $246,319, giving the U.S. fund direct private equity exposure.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/20/2026, 9:35:47 AM
CFTC Seats Kalshi, Polymarket, Draftkings on Its New Advisory Panel
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Innovation Advisory Committee holds its first meeting Thursday, with prediction markets on the agenda. Seven of its 35 members run companies at the center of the event-contract fight the agency is waging against nine state governments. Seven Seats for the Event-Contract Industry The CFTC’s Innovation...
By Luci Kelemen 8/20/2026, 9:30:54 AM
BYDFi Joins Coinfest Asia 2026, Connecting with Institutions, Builders and Traders in Bali
[PRESS RELEASE – VICTORIA, Seychelles, August 20th, 2026] Global crypto exchange BYDFi is participating as a Gold Sponsor at Coinfest Asia 2026, taking place August 20-21 at Melasti Beach in Bali. Positioned as “The World’s Crypto Festival Built for Institutions, Builders & Traders,” the event brings together participants across digital assets,...
By Chainwire 8/20/2026, 9:28:06 AM
BitGo secures South Korea virtual asset license, says it's the first global crypto company to do so
Backed by Hana Financial Group and SK Telecom, BitGo Korea built a locally registered entity from scratch to serve institutional and enterprise clients, rather than taking the acquisition route.
By Olivier Acuna 8/20/2026, 9:25:25 AM
Bitcoin hits $72,000 as Strategy and Coinbase continue rally
Bitcoin has gained 15% since monday, reclaiming several key technical and on-chain levels as bullish momentum builds.
By James Van Straten 8/20/2026, 9:25:03 AM
Hyperliquid (HYPE) Surges 26% as Trump Signals Potential U.S. CFTC Path
Hyperliquid (HYPE) price jumped after Trump said CFTC Chair Mike Selig is working to bring the exchange into the US. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 8/20/2026, 9:20:00 AM
Trump targets Iran oil trade, impacting China amid US-Iran tensions
Trump's actions may hinder US-Iran deal prospects, complicating global oil markets and straining US-China relations further. The post Trump targets Iran oil trade, impacting China amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/20/2026, 9:18:07 AM
New Jersey Police Nab Courier in $50,000 Tech-Support Scam Targeting a Senior Citizen
Berkeley Township officers arrested a New York man acting as a courier after a senior lost $50,000 to scammers posing as Microsoft and bank representatives. Surveillance led to the capture as he arrived for another $30,000 pickup. The post New Jersey Police Nab Courier in $50,000 Tech-Support Scam Targeting a Senior Citizen appeared first on The...
By Daily Hodl Agent 8/20/2026, 9:15:53 AM
Ripple, Not XRP: New SEC Filings Reveal $275 Million Fund's Private Stock Position
New SEC data reveals a $275 million trust buying private Ripple stock over XRP.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/20/2026, 9:05:00 AM
Pi Network tops $0.09 as the broader crypto market rally
Key takeaways Pi Network trades at $0.09 after recording three consecutive bullish daily closes earlier this week. Expanded US Treasury bond buybacks have improved risk appetite and pushed Bitcoin toward $70,000, but PI continues to underperform. The token must break above the psychological $0.1000 level and the 50% Fibonacci retracement at...
By Hassan Maishera 8/20/2026, 9:01:09 AM
GnosisDAO approves Gnosis Chain for Ethereum Economic Zone
Gnosis Chain was approved to transition to an EEZ rollup, enabling it to settle directly to Ethereum rather than continue with an independent validator set.
By Zoltan Vardai 8/20/2026, 8:59:40 AM
US Treasury doubles bond buybacks to $4B, impacting Fed rate hike odds
The Treasury's bond buyback strategy may signal a shift towards economic stabilization, influencing market expectations of Fed rate pauses. The post US Treasury doubles bond buybacks to $4B, impacting Fed rate hike odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/20/2026, 8:51:30 AM
Hyperliquid surges 22% as Trump signals potential pathway into US market
Key takeaways Hyperliquid’s HYPE token surged 22% to $71.91 following comments from President Donald Trump. Trump said CFTC Chair Michael Selig is working to bring Hyperliquid into the US through a compliant and legal framework. HYPE must overcome resistance between $73 and $76 to challenge its record high of $76.87. Hyperliquid (HYPE) rallied...
By Hassan Maishera 8/20/2026, 8:50:37 AM
What Sent Bitcoin Flying Above $71,000? 5 Factors Behind the Surge
Bitcoin is on the run again, taking the entire market with it. Here are some of the possible reasons behind this impressive rally.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/20/2026, 8:50:35 AM
HTX denies role in Kraken-linked poisoning transfers
HTX denied authorizing disputed microtransfers as Kraken maintained restrictions tied to U.K. sanctions against the exchange.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/20/2026, 8:49:04 AM
Coinbase, Ripple executives met Lutnick over CLARITY Act hurdles
A group of senior U.S. crypto executives has met Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to discuss the CLARITY Act, including unresolved ethics provisions and ways the White House could help secure bipartisan support for the stalled market structure bill. Journalist Eleanor…
By Rony Roy 8/20/2026, 8:47:44 AM
One of the Best Ethereum (ETH) Traders in History Loses $49 Million and 23-Win Streak
The market is reversing way too rapidly, but not everyone is ready for it.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/20/2026, 8:47:00 AM
Oil prices rise as Trump sharpens Iran rhetoric amid talks impasse
Geopolitical tensions and market volatility may lead to increased oil prices, affecting global energy stability and economic forecasts. The post Oil prices rise as Trump sharpens Iran rhetoric amid talks impasse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/20/2026, 8:45:17 AM
The $15 billion exodus: why the entire crypto industry is leaving LayerZero for Chainlink
The Kelp DAO bridge exploit did not just steal $292 million. It triggered the largest infrastructure migration in DeFi history, and the math shows LayerZero may never recover the lost ground. On April 18, 2026, an attacker forged a cross-chain…
By Andrew Folkler 8/20/2026, 8:41:47 AM
A crypto network just voted to abandon its standalone blockchain and unlock 27% of its token supply
GnosisDAO has approved a plan to retire Gnosis Chain’s standalone Layer 1, a shift that will unlock roughly 350,000 staked GNO. Under GIP-153, Gnosis Chain will become a zero-knowledge-proven Ethereum Economic Zone rollup that settles directly to Ethereum every block. The network will eventually retire its independent validator set and inherit...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/20/2026, 8:30:25 AM
Blueprint Finance draws BitGo, FalconX in Polychain-led round
Blueprint Finance has completed a strategic funding round led by Polychain Capital to expand Concrete, its on-chain vault infrastructure for institutions, protocols, and asset managers. Blueprint Finance said on Aug. 19 that Bullish, Keyrock, BitGo, FalconX, G-20, Flowdesk, JPEG Trading,…
By Rony Roy 8/20/2026, 8:28:29 AM
BitGo Enters South Korea as First Global Firm to Secure New VASP Status
BitGo has secured VASP registration acceptance in South Korea just as the country is raising the bar for crypto firms. The approval gives BitGo Korea a local path to serve institutions, while its direct entry could also show how global crypto companies are preparing for stricter rules in one of Asia’s biggest digital asset markets. …
By Rizwan Ansari 8/20/2026, 8:22:10 AM
Avalanche (AVAX) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Will AVAX Price Hit $100?
Story Highlights The live price of the Avalanche is . Price predictions for 2026 highlight a potential range of between $20-$80. Long-term forecasts indicate AVAX could reach $518.50 by 2030. (AVAX) has become a go-to platform for developers. With lower fees and growing real-world use cases, plus backing from giants like Mastercard and SMBC, AVAX …
By Yash Jain 8/20/2026, 8:13:00 AM
Crypto Markets Add Over $200B Daily as Bitcoin (BTC) Surges Past $70K: Market Watch
ETH and HYPE are the two top gainers from the larger caps. XRP has successfully defended the $1.00 support.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/20/2026, 8:12:27 AM
Trump may order intensive attacks on Iran if economic pressure fails
Increased military action could destabilize geopolitical relations, hinder diplomatic resolutions, and impact market perceptions and pricing. The post Trump may order intensive attacks on Iran if economic pressure fails appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/20/2026, 8:09:17 AM
Unitree Shares Close 460% Above IPO Price in Shanghai Debut
Unitree closed 460% higher at 845元/股 on its Shanghai STAR Market debut, after an intraday high of 1,100元/股; IPO priced at 150.80元/股 and 4,044.6434万股 offered.
By Maya Sinclair 8/20/2026, 8:02:10 AM