Nanya Technology quadruples capital spending to $6.2B as DRAM demand surges
Nanya's massive investment in DRAM could reshape the competitive landscape, but cyclical risks and delayed supply response may impact returns. The post Nanya Technology quadruples capital spending to $6.2B as DRAM demand surges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/14/2026, 1:39:17 AM
TradFi perps volume surges 117-fold to $387B in 18 months as crypto exchanges eat Wall Street’s lunch
The surge in TradFi perps volume on crypto exchanges highlights a shift towards decentralized, 24/7 trading, challenging traditional markets. The post TradFi perps volume surges 117-fold to $387B in 18 months as crypto exchanges eat Wall Street’s lunch appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/14/2026, 1:36:18 AM
Farage secures decisive Clacton by-election win with 46% of vote
Farage's win may strengthen Reform UK's influence, impacting future UK elections and challenging traditional party dynamics. The post Farage secures decisive Clacton by-election win with 46% of vote appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/14/2026, 1:28:22 AM
Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF drew $371 million of share contributions while Bitcoin erased $66.8 million
Nearly all of MSBT’s operating-period decline was unrealized as gross share contributions reached $371.1 million. The post Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF drew $371 million of share contributions while Bitcoin erased $66.8 million appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/14/2026, 1:20:50 AM
SEC cancels meeting to unveil digital asset plans amid stalled legislation
The SEC's delay in digital asset regulation highlights ongoing uncertainty, leaving crypto startups in limbo amid legislative inaction. The post SEC cancels meeting to unveil digital asset plans amid stalled legislation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/14/2026, 1:19:37 AM
Michael Saylor Maps Bitcoin Into 4-Part Digital Money Stack
Michael Saylor’s framework assigns separate roles to bitcoin, Strategy’s STRC preferred stock, Solstice Finance’s yield-bearing SR-strcUSX token, and USDT. The model shows how financial companies could convert volatile bitcoin capital into credit, savings products, and payment assets. Saylor Extends Bitcoin Beyond Direct Ownership Bitcoin can...
By Kevin Helms 8/14/2026, 1:10:02 AM
Bitcoin miners sell 28,000 BTC worth $2B amid rising costs
Bitcoin miners' shift to AI and data centers highlights a strategic pivot, potentially reshaping the industry's future profitability landscape. The post Bitcoin miners sell 28,000 BTC worth $2B amid rising costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/14/2026, 12:51:21 AM
Bahrain condemns attack on UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions
Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz threaten global energy security and could alter U.S. policy dynamics, impacting international relations. The post Bahrain condemns attack on UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/14/2026, 12:39:43 AM
Solstice Targets 20% APY With Solana Tokens Tied to Strategy’s STRC
Solstice Finance has launched a Solana-based product that splits the dividend income and price risk of Strategy’s STRC preferred stock into separate senior and junior tokens. The firm is also extending its USX dollar product into Zebec Network’s payroll platform. Solstice Lets Investors Split STRC Yield and Price Risk on Solana Solstice Finance is...
By Emmanuel Musa 8/14/2026, 12:35:53 AM
Bit Digital pledged 74% of its staked Ethereum position to a loan that can trigger a 24-hour collateral call
The non-cash charge did not trigger a disclosed margin call, but the loan's live collateral thresholds remain private. The post Bit Digital pledged 74% of its staked Ethereum position to a loan that can trigger a 24-hour collateral call appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/14/2026, 12:30:29 AM
Aston Villa targets Aaron Wan-Bissaka as new right back option
Aston Villa's pursuit of Wan-Bissaka highlights strategic squad strengthening amid market dynamics influenced by West Ham's relegation. The post Aston Villa targets Aaron Wan-Bissaka as new right back option appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/14/2026, 12:26:45 AM
Iran parliament dispute complicates Strait of Hormuz negotiations
Iran's internal parliamentary conflict may hinder diplomatic efforts, impacting regional stability and global energy markets significantly. The post Iran parliament dispute complicates Strait of Hormuz negotiations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/14/2026, 12:08:03 AM
Gemini increases Bitcoin treasury holdings to 5,528 BTC worth $324M
Gemini's Bitcoin treasury strategy highlights the growing trend of crypto firms using digital assets as balance sheet assets, impacting market dynamics. The post Gemini increases Bitcoin treasury holdings to 5,528 BTC worth $324M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/14/2026, 12:05:08 AM
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Hits Zero on 2 Critical Thresholds, Ethereum (ETH) Reaches Pre-Golden Cross, Hyperliquid (HYPE) Breaks Through: Crypto Market Review
Things are getting more interesting on the market as volatility surges on multiple assets.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/14/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Plume signs MOU with Shinhan Asset Management for KRW-denominated tokenized fund
This partnership could accelerate the adoption of tokenized assets in Korea, potentially reshaping financial markets and regulatory approaches. The post Plume signs MOU with Shinhan Asset Management for KRW-denominated tokenized fund appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 11:48:52 PM
Coinbase CEO warns rogue AI could unleash a ‘Morris Worm’ moment within two years
A rogue AI incident could spark initial chaos but ultimately lead to stronger defenses and resilience, similar to past tech disruptions. The post Coinbase CEO warns rogue AI could unleash a ‘Morris Worm’ moment within two years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 11:46:30 PM
Reddit leaps 12% after-hours on S&P 500 inclusion news
Reddit's S&P 500 inclusion boosts its legitimacy and investor interest, but AI's impact on its ad-driven model poses future challenges. The post Reddit leaps 12% after-hours on S&P 500 inclusion news appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 11:42:01 PM
US to implement unprecedented measures against Iran, escalating tensions
Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions may hinder diplomatic resolutions, affecting global markets and regional stability, while prioritizing economic sanctions. The post US to implement unprecedented measures against Iran, escalating tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 11:36:08 PM
UAE reports Iran attacked ADNOC vessel with missile in Strait of Hormuz
The attack exacerbates regional tensions, impacting global energy markets by increasing shipping costs and highlighting geopolitical instability. The post UAE reports Iran attacked ADNOC vessel with missile in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 11:35:52 PM
Ethereum Foundation pivots away from Poseidon in post-quantum plan
Advances in compact proofs have erased Poseidon’s previous performance advantage, according to researcher Justin Drake.
By Ezra Reguerra 8/13/2026, 11:34:56 PM
Trump imposes up to 100% tariffs on drone imports, citing national security
The tariffs could reshape the global drone market, boosting domestic production but straining industries reliant on affordable imports. The post Trump imposes up to 100% tariffs on drone imports, citing national security appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 11:34:14 PM
XRP Price Shift Reworks Evernorth Shares Before Its Nasdaq Debut
XRP’s price at closing will determine how many Evernorth shares investors receive under the amended transaction. Based on Aug. 13 prices, fewer shares are expected, giving each Armada II share a larger interest in Evernorth’s XRP treasury. XRP Price and Closing Share Issuance XRP’s market price at closing will determine how many shares Evernorth...
By Kevin Helms 8/13/2026, 11:30:09 PM
Ukraine offers Russia a Black Sea truce as grain exports collapse 76%
The proposed truce could stabilize global grain markets, but ongoing tensions risk further disruptions, impacting food security worldwide. The post Ukraine offers Russia a Black Sea truce as grain exports collapse 76% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 11:20:36 PM
Multicoin exits the $1.65 billion Solana treasury company it helped launch eight months ago
Cash fell to $4.5 million while Galaxy loans reached $120 million and 52.7% of reported SOL equivalents were pledged. The post Multicoin exits the $1.65 billion Solana treasury company it helped launch eight months ago appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/13/2026, 11:20:17 PM
U.S. SEC to again delay 'innovation exemption' for tokenization amid Wall Street, White House concerns
The SEC was ready to release at least some part of the innovation exemption alongside its now-canceled open meeting for "Reg Crypto" on Friday.
By Krisztian Sandor 8/13/2026, 11:09:14 PM
Canada’s Public Sector Pension Investment Board picks up 100,000 SpaceX shares
PSP Investments' modest stake in SpaceX highlights cautious diversification in disruptive tech, reflecting broader institutional investment trends. The post Canada’s Public Sector Pension Investment Board picks up 100,000 SpaceX shares appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 11:05:57 PM
Fed rate pause was the right call, Goldman’s Kaplan says
Goldman Sachs Vice Chairman Robert Kaplan has backed the Federal Reserve’s 9–3 decision to keep interest rates at 3.50%–3.75% in July, arguing that policymakers needed more time to assess inflation before acting. Why Kaplan supports the Fed rate pause Bloomberg…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/13/2026, 10:45:31 PM
French Couple Moves to Sell Home After 3 Crypto-Linked Invasions
A young French couple in the Somme department endured three home invasions in under a month after their residence was mistakenly targeted by criminals seeking cryptocurrency. Three Attacks in Less Than a Month A French couple endured three home invasions in less than a month after criminals targeted their home, believing it belonged to...
By Terence Zimwara 8/13/2026, 10:32:36 PM
BlackRock’s Rick Rieder says yen needs BOJ rate signals, not just intervention
BOJ's lack of clear rate signals risks undermining yen stability, impacting global markets and investor confidence in Japanese assets. The post BlackRock’s Rick Rieder says yen needs BOJ rate signals, not just intervention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 10:31:11 PM
SEC cancels long-awaited proposal of Reg Crypto, postponing meeting without new date
The first major crypto rule to be proposed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will have to wait a bit longer after a sudden postponement.
By Jesse Hamilton 8/13/2026, 10:18:07 PM
US producer prices unchanged in July, dimming rate hike odds
Stable producer prices suggest reduced inflationary pressures, potentially easing monetary policy and supporting economic stability. The post US producer prices unchanged in July, dimming rate hike odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 10:14:42 PM
Fed July rate hold was ‘absolutely’ right, Kaplan says
Goldman Sachs Vice Chairman Rob Kaplan has backed the Federal Reserve’s 9–3 decision to hold interest rates at 3.50%–3.75% in July while urging policymakers to keep their options open before September. Why Kaplan supports the Fed’s July rate hold Bloomberg…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/13/2026, 10:01:57 PM
Coinbase and 14 other x402 facilitators failed security tests built for the coming AI-agent economy
The USENIX study found 31 vulnerabilities, including six directly validated paths and 25 high-risk cases. The post Coinbase and 14 other x402 facilitators failed security tests built for the coming AI-agent economy appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 8/13/2026, 10:00:54 PM
US considers indefinite Iran naval blockade amid oil supply shortfall
The indefinite blockade could exacerbate U.S.-Iran tensions, destabilize global oil markets, and strain geopolitical relations further. The post US considers indefinite Iran naval blockade amid oil supply shortfall appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 10:00:00 PM
Non-Custodial Bitcoin Bridge Boltz Shuts Down After AI-Assisted Attacks
A new group of veteran Bitcoiners will take over operations after supplying fresh capital and engineering resources.
By Wayne Jones 8/13/2026, 9:58:44 PM
He Went House-Hunting Saturday, Then Won $1M on His Porch Sunday
Raymond Johnson of Bunnlevel, North Carolina, had spent Saturday looking at a house with his family. On Sunday, he sat on his front porch with a $10 Triple Red 777 Jackpot scratch-off and won the game’s top prize. He claimed it the next morning and took a $600,000 lump sum over a 20-year annuity. One […]
By Luci Kelemen 8/13/2026, 9:51:32 PM
Real Sociedad cancels Nayef Aguerd transfer after medical tests
Real Sociedad's decision highlights the financial and strategic risks clubs face when dealing with players recovering from significant injuries. The post Real Sociedad cancels Nayef Aguerd transfer after medical tests appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 9:49:32 PM
Algorand Just Made Quantum Resistance Native
This is the first upgrade where the fee you owe depends on what your transaction actually contains. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 8/13/2026, 9:42:00 PM
Ether.fi upgrades neobank with stocks and 4% loans
Ether.fi has upgraded its non-custodial neobank with tokenized stocks and metals, portfolio-backed loans near 4%, payments in over 30 currencies, and programmatic ETHFI buybacks. Ether.fi neobank combines trading, loans, and payments According to Ether.fi’s Thursday announcement, the “Summer” release places…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/13/2026, 9:35:43 PM
Tokenized stocks’ share of total RWA market cap rises to over 15%
The rise of tokenized stocks signals a shift towards blockchain-based financial products, potentially reshaping traditional equity markets. The post Tokenized stocks’ share of total RWA market cap rises to over 15% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 9:29:49 PM
Norway’s $1.7T wealth fund discloses $82M stake in BitMine Immersion Technologies
Norway's wealth fund investment in BitMine could drive institutional interest in Ethereum, impacting market dynamics and staking strategies. The post Norway’s $1.7T wealth fund discloses $82M stake in BitMine Immersion Technologies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 9:28:58 PM
Conflux sets v3.1.0 hard fork for Aug. 25 with seven CIPs
Conflux Network has scheduled its v3.1.0 hard fork for Aug. 25, requiring node operators to install the update before seven network proposals and a private security fix take effect. Conflux v3.1.0 requires a mandatory update Conflux Network said in an…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/13/2026, 9:20:45 PM
SEC postpones Friday meeting on crypto startup exemptions
The SEC's meeting cancellation delays regulatory clarity, prolonging uncertainty in the crypto market and complicating legislative efforts. The post SEC postpones Friday meeting on crypto startup exemptions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 9:19:46 PM
Bitcoin’s Bear Cycle Looks Familiar — And That Might Be the Bullish Case
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin’s Bear Cycle Looks Familiar — And That Might Be the Bullish Case Bitcoin is doing what it always has done, according to market observers. This post Bitcoin’s Bear Cycle Looks Familiar — And That Might Be the Bullish Case first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/13/2026, 9:19:32 PM
Gemini stock falls over 6% after earnings as exchange revenue drops 38%
Gemini's ongoing losses highlight the challenge of achieving profitability amid declining trading volumes and a shrinking asset base. The post Gemini stock falls over 6% after earnings as exchange revenue drops 38% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 9:11:44 PM
OranjeBTC Targets Brazil’s B3 With Strategy-Backed DIGY11 ETF
The goal is to bring easy access to Strategy’s and Strive’s bitcoin-based digital credit options in Brazil. DIGY11 will be traded in Brazilian reais, and the income will be distributed monthly and is estimated to reach the average interbank deposit rate plus up to 5%. OranjeBTC Announces DIGY11 Launch in Brazilian Stock Markets OranjeBTC, one […]
By Sergio Goschenko 8/13/2026, 9:10:44 PM
City of Baltimore goes after prediction markets for sports betting
The city’s complaint over gambling laws and deceptive trade practices included Robinhood, Webull and Coinbase as partners with prediction market platform Kalshi.
By Turner Wright 8/13/2026, 9:08:23 PM
Neutrl halts NUSD redemptions over reserve concerns
Neutrl has suspended minting, redemptions, and other protocol functions while it assesses an unspecified reserve issue affecting roughly $53.7 million of NUSD in circulation. Neutrl pauses redemptions during reserve assessment Neutrl said in an Aug. 13 X post that it…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/13/2026, 9:04:35 PM
Anthropic leads US business AI adoption: Ramp
Anthropic's AI dominance may boost its valuation, but strategic model adoption and competitive dynamics could shape future market perceptions. The post Anthropic leads US business AI adoption: Ramp appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/13/2026, 8:53:09 PM
China ETFs see $3.4B in outflows as US investor demand weakens sharply
The shift in US investor focus from China to other emerging markets may reshape global capital flows and influence regional economic dynamics. The post China ETFs see $3.4B in outflows as US investor demand weakens sharply appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/13/2026, 8:51:34 PM