Sam Altman holds $1B stake in Reddit with 12.2M shares, despite owning zero equity in OpenAI
Altman's Reddit stake highlights the potential for significant wealth accumulation through strategic long-term investments in tech companies. The post Sam Altman holds $1B stake in Reddit with 12.2M shares, despite owning zero equity in OpenAI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 5:06:41 PM
TRON reports $88B in circulating USDT, $2.1T in transfers for Q2
TRON's dominance in stablecoin transfers highlights its growing role in crypto finance, but challenges in DeFi and diversification remain. The post TRON reports $88B in circulating USDT, $2.1T in transfers for Q2 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 5:06:03 PM
Coinbase Builds Abu Dhabi Hub to Put Global Stocks Onchain
Coinbase has secured regulatory approval in Abu Dhabi to build an international hub for tokenized securities, giving the crypto exchange a supervised base for bringing traditional stocks onto blockchain networks outside the United States. The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Abu Dhabi Global Market, or ADGM, granted Coinbase a Financial...
By Jamie Redman 8/11/2026, 5:05:24 PM
Bank of America cuts onsemi price target despite profit surge
Despite a price target cut, onsemi's strategic positioning in AI and electrification sectors suggests robust long-term growth potential. The post Bank of America cuts onsemi price target despite profit surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 5:03:38 PM
Elon Musk highlights memory as AI’s biggest bottleneck, impacting Micron and SanDisk
The AI industry's growth may be hindered by memory supply constraints, granting significant market power to key memory producers. The post Elon Musk highlights memory as AI’s biggest bottleneck, impacting Micron and SanDisk appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 5:03:16 PM
Luke Dashjr Removed As BIP Editor After BIP-110 Controversy
Luke Dashjr has been removed as a Bitcoin Improvement Proposal editor after a dispute around BIP-110, marking a rare governance flashpoint inside Bitcoin’s usually slow-moving technical process.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Sportsbook Freebet Offers for Football Bettors: August 2026 Review
Compare sportsbook freebet offers for football bettors in August 2026, including Dexsport, Vave, Stake, BetPanda and Thunderpick.
By Crypto Daily 8/11/2026, 4:58:09 PM
India reports 18% drop in retail option trader losses after regulations
Regulatory measures reduced overall losses but increased average losses per trader, highlighting the need for further investor education. The post India reports 18% drop in retail option trader losses after regulations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:57:47 PM
OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap departs after nearly a decade to start new venture
Lightcap's departure may signal shifts in OpenAI's strategic direction and leadership dynamics, impacting its future commercial endeavors. The post OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap departs after nearly a decade to start new venture appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:57:08 PM
Gemini introduces Custom Combos RFQ API for beta testing in prediction markets push
Gemini's RFQ API could reshape prediction markets by enhancing liquidity and competition, potentially attracting more institutional participants. The post Gemini introduces Custom Combos RFQ API for beta testing in prediction markets push appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:55:35 PM
FlightAware sues Kalshi over flight cancellation data
The legal action against Kalshi focused on trademark infringement and injury to its reputation in addition to citing state authorities comparing the company’s contracts to gambling.
By Turner Wright 8/11/2026, 4:55:14 PM
BitGo discusses stablecoin adoption at Bolivia Crypto Experience Summit
Stablecoin adoption in Bolivia signifies a shift towards faster, more efficient transactions, potentially transforming regional commerce dynamics. The post BitGo discusses stablecoin adoption at Bolivia Crypto Experience Summit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:54:13 PM
SEC considers direct control of trade-tracking database after Citadel lawsuit
The SEC's potential direct control of the CAT could streamline oversight, reduce industry conflicts, and necessitate a new funding model. The post SEC considers direct control of trade-tracking database after Citadel lawsuit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:54:11 PM
Why is UNI Price Setup Drawing Attention Now?
The post Why is UNI Price Setup Drawing Attention Now? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The UNI price just did something that had not happened in years, it slipped below $3, hunted liquidity and then recovered above the 200 day EMA band. That matters because a similar move in 2020 preceded a spectacular 2021 rally that eventually pushed...
By Yash Jain 8/11/2026, 4:52:53 PM
Crypto revenue tanks 70% for major AI finance company, but its paper gains just delivered a record quarterly profit
Revenue fell 70% while continuing-operations and adjusted EBITDA losses widened, leaving the operating picture weaker. The post Crypto revenue tanks 70% for major AI finance company, but its paper gains just delivered a record quarterly profit appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/11/2026, 4:50:07 PM
Monad surpasses 1M gasless transactions via MetaMask integration
Monad's milestone in gasless transactions could drive broader adoption by reducing entry barriers and enhancing user experience in blockchain. The post Monad surpasses 1M gasless transactions via MetaMask integration appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:49:45 PM
US munitions supplies run dangerously low amid Iran conflict
The munitions shortage could weaken US military readiness, strain defense budgets, and impact global defense commitments and alliances. The post US munitions supplies run dangerously low amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:41:16 PM
Coinbase-backed Flowdesk secures full broker-dealer license in Dubai
Flowdesk’s VARA approval follows its MiCA authorization in France as crypto firms build regulated operations across major global markets.
By Sam Bourgi 8/11/2026, 4:39:17 PM
US economy’s K-shaped gap narrows as lower-income wages nearly match higher earners
The narrowing wage gap may boost economic equality, but persistent wealth disparities could hinder long-term financial stability for many. The post US economy’s K-shaped gap narrows as lower-income wages nearly match higher earners appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:37:26 PM
Trump secures release of American from Russia without concessions
This diplomatic success may signal a slight thaw in U.S.-Russia relations, potentially influencing future geopolitical negotiations. The post Trump secures release of American from Russia without concessions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/11/2026, 4:36:46 PM
Aster launches AOS-2 with 1M ASTER listing stake
Aster has activated AOS-2, requiring projects to stake 1 million ASTER for four years before validators can approve a new perpetual market. AOS-2 opens Aster perpetual listings to applicants Aster said in an Aug. 11 X post that the standard…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/11/2026, 4:34:50 PM
Nasdaq to acquire LeveL Markets in push toward ‘always-on’ markets
Nasdaq’s acquisition of the third-largest US alternative trading system comes as the exchange operator expands into tokenized securities and longer trading hours.
By Nate Kostar 8/11/2026, 4:34:40 PM
DECTA taps OpenPayd to streamline treasury settlement
The partnership highlights the growing role of stablecoins in enhancing global liquidity management and operational efficiency for businesses. The post DECTA taps OpenPayd to streamline treasury settlement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 8/11/2026, 4:32:50 PM
Bitcoin self-custody holdings dwarf ETFs and treasuries by nearly 3x, River report finds
The dominance of self-custodied Bitcoin suggests a thinner liquid market, challenging traditional investment models and market assumptions. The post Bitcoin self-custody holdings dwarf ETFs and treasuries by nearly 3x, River report finds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:31:19 PM
Bank of Russia Approves Bitcoin Trading For Retail Investors
Bitcoin Magazine Bank of Russia Approves Bitcoin Trading For Retail Investors Russia is moving ahead with regulating the Bitcoin and wider digital asset space. This post Bank of Russia Approves Bitcoin Trading For Retail Investors first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mathew Di Salvo.
By Mathew Di Salvo 8/11/2026, 4:26:54 PM
Whatnot funding round elevates co-founders to multibillionaires
Whatnot's growth highlights the transformative potential of live commerce, with implications for global market expansion and AI-driven innovation. The post Whatnot funding round elevates co-founders to multibillionaires appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:26:13 PM
Bitcoin drops to one-week low as retail buys gold at highest prices since June
Bitcoin price action sank to one-week lows ahead of US CPI data, while retail investors piled into gold ETFs and XAU/USD hit its highest levels in nine weeks.
By William Suberg 8/11/2026, 4:24:48 PM
Moneygram Brings Cash-to-Crypto Payments to Solana With Rift
Moneygram has launched its Ramps service on Solana, giving wallets and applications on the blockchain a direct connection between cryptocurrency and the company’s global cash network. Rift is the first Solana wallet to integrate the service, Moneygram explained on Tuesday. The move expands Ramps across multiple blockchain ecosystems as the...
By Jamie Redman 8/11/2026, 4:23:25 PM
Iran warns global infrastructure at risk amid tensions with US, Israel
Global infrastructure faces increased vulnerability, potentially destabilizing international relations and economic stability amid ongoing tensions. The post Iran warns global infrastructure at risk amid tensions with US, Israel appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/11/2026, 4:18:33 PM
Kalshi CEO criticizes conventional business advice, advocates risk-taking
Kalshi's success highlights the potential of unconventional strategies and risk-taking in redefining industry norms and achieving rapid growth. The post Kalshi CEO criticizes conventional business advice, advocates risk-taking appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:18:19 PM
Iran reshuffles military command, adopts hardline stance amid US tensions
Iran's military reshuffle signals potential regional instability, impacting global markets and complicating diplomatic resolutions with the US. The post Iran reshuffles military command, adopts hardline stance amid US tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/11/2026, 4:15:37 PM
BTCPay Server Patches Critical LND Credential Bug After Lightning Wallet Drain
BTCPay Server has released version 2.4.2 to patch a critical vulnerability that allowed unauthenticated remote access to LND credential files, after attackers used the issue to drain merchant Lightning wallets.
By NewsBTC Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:15:00 PM
Target appoints first chief AI officer to lead AI initiatives
Target's strategic focus on AI under new leadership could revolutionize retail operations, enhancing efficiency and customer engagement. The post Target appoints first chief AI officer to lead AI initiatives appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:13:50 PM
Shibarium Suddenly Rises: Daily Activity Hits Monthly High
Rejuvenating in chain fees & transactions, Shiba Inu’s native Layer-2 network defies the broader DeFi dive. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 8/11/2026, 4:13:00 PM
Unusual Bitcoin On-Chain Activity: Four Post-Satoshi Era Wallets Awaken With 8,000% Gains After 12 Years
Four dormant 2014 Bitcoin wallets just awoke to move 114 BTC with up to 8,000% gains, but this rare post-Satoshi whale activity actually signals a potential market risk.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/11/2026, 4:12:10 PM
Strategy’s MSTR daily trading volume now surpasses JP Morgan’s
MSTR's trading surge highlights volatility risks and potential index exclusion impacts, underscoring challenges for Bitcoin-focused firms. The post Strategy’s MSTR daily trading volume now surpasses JP Morgan’s appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:08:33 PM
Shiba Inu Price Forecast: SHIB extends sell-off despite surging futures Open Interest
Shiba Inu (SHIB) maintains a bearish outlook on Tuesday, as it edges lower at $0.00000450. This marks the seventh day the meme coin has sustained a sell-off, weighed down by a weak technical structure.
By N/A 8/11/2026, 4:08:11 PM
Strategy CEO says Bitcoin holdings will grow again in 2026
Strategy CEO Phong Le has said the company plans to increase its Bitcoin holdings again this year, even after recent sales reduced its reserve to 840,447 BTC. Fox Business reported that Le expects Strategy to return to Bitcoin accumulation as…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/11/2026, 4:07:43 PM
Record short bets against global bonds raise stakes for US inflation reports
Record short positions in global bonds heighten market volatility, potentially impacting mortgage rates, currency dynamics, and crypto markets. The post Record short bets against global bonds raise stakes for US inflation reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 4:00:38 PM
Ethereum Price Analysis: Is ETH’s $2K Dream Dead After the Latest Rejection?
Ethereum is consolidating around the $1.8K area after recovering from its June lows, but the broader structure remains under pressure. The daily chart shows ETH trading below important moving averages, while the 4-hour chart suggests that the recent recovery has entered a range. Meanwhile, the exchange supply ratio has continued to decline,...
By Shayan Markets 8/11/2026, 4:00:29 PM
XRP holders can earn up to $10,000 a day as prices weaken and market outlook clears
XRP continues to underperform amid market uncertainty and delays surrounding the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, while UE Crypto gains attention for yield options. The cryptocurrency market has remained relatively calm, with a slight downward trend, while XRP has fallen…
By Guest Post 8/11/2026, 4:00:00 PM
Kremlin secures military presence at key bases in Syria under new power-sharing deal
The new power-sharing deal in Syria may reshape regional power dynamics, impacting Russia's strategic influence in the Mediterranean. The post Kremlin secures military presence at key bases in Syria under new power-sharing deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:50:29 PM
BGB Price Stalls at $1.60 as Recovery signal Fades
The post BGB Price Stalls at $1.60 as Recovery signal Fades appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News BGB price isn’t exactly giving investors much to get excited about. The token has been consolidating around $1.60 since June and remains below its 50 day EMA band, while the broader price structure still looks like the aftermath of a cycle that...
By Yash Jain 8/11/2026, 3:49:06 PM
Atlanta Fed’s Venable warns inflation remains too high, says easing hinges on Middle East developments
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could prolong inflation, impacting energy markets and delaying potential rate cuts by the Fed. The post Atlanta Fed’s Venable warns inflation remains too high, says easing hinges on Middle East developments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:49:04 PM
Twenty One Capital posts $413.5M Q2 loss as Bitcoin falls
Tether-backed Bitcoin-focused company Twenty One Capital has reported a $413.5 million net loss for the second quarter of 2026 after Bitcoin’s decline reduced the value of its holdings. Bitcoin losses have dominated Twenty One Capital’s results According to Twenty One…
By Lawrence Mondal 8/11/2026, 3:47:17 PM
Riot is dumping its Bitcoin to fund a $9.1B AI deal that won’t pay rent until 2027
The Bitcoin miner’s construction budget includes continued treasury sales before phased rent is expected in 2027 and 2028. The post Riot is dumping its Bitcoin to fund a $9.1B AI deal that won’t pay rent until 2027 appeared first on CryptoSlate.
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 8/11/2026, 3:45:03 PM
NY Fed reports credit-card balances rise by $21B to $1.26T in Q2
Rising credit-card balances may signal increased consumer reliance on debt, potentially impacting economic stability and financial markets. The post NY Fed reports credit-card balances rise by $21B to $1.26T in Q2 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:44:54 PM
American Bitcoin posts record Q2 mining output as losses narrow despite falling BTC prices
ABTC's focus on infrastructure scaling over price speculation may enhance resilience and shareholder value amid volatile Bitcoin markets. The post American Bitcoin posts record Q2 mining output as losses narrow despite falling BTC prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:44:12 PM
Blockchain platforms tokenize Pokémon cards as trading volume hits $124.5M
Tokenizing Pokmon cards on blockchain could revolutionize collectibles trading, but rapid growth risks speculative bubbles and market instability. The post Blockchain platforms tokenize Pokémon cards as trading volume hits $124.5M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/11/2026, 3:43:02 PM
Anthropic Emerges as ‘Frontier AI Lab’ Behind Riot’s $9.1B AI Deal
Anthropic has agreed to take 191 megawatts of computing capacity at Riot Platforms’ Rockdale campus in Texas. The 20-year agreement could ultimately be worth $16.1 billion, accelerating Riot’s transformation from bitcoin miner to AI infrastructure provider. Riot Converts Texas Bitcoin Power Into $9.1B AI Revenue Anthropic is turning to a former...
By Emmanuel Musa 8/11/2026, 3:40:10 PM