Samsung to return record up to $79B to shareholders as AI chip profits surge
Samsung's massive shareholder payout highlights the transformative financial impact of AI advancements, signaling a shift in tech investment priorities. The post Samsung to return record up to $79B to shareholders as AI chip profits surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 9:39:19 AM
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP bulls accelerate rally amid rising ETF inflows
The cryptocurrency market remains bullish on Friday, led by Bitcoin’s (BTC) surge above $77,000. Altcoins, including Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP), mirror BTC’s positive outlook, trading near $2,400 and $1.35, respectively.
By N/A 8/21/2026, 9:34:30 AM
SEC’s latest crypto rules only open a few of Wall Street’s ‘million doors’ – Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan doesn't think Washington's crypto-friendly turn is the moment that completely unlocks Wall Street. In an interview with CryptoSlate, he described the real barrier as something far less dramatic than a single landmark bill. The “brutal real answer” is that it comes down to a million small steps, and some of them […] The post...
By Gino Matos 8/21/2026, 9:29:56 AM
Solana Is South Korea's Next Big Tokenization Play as Shinhan Mimics BlackRock's Blueprint
Shinhan replicates BlackRock’s BUIDL fund model on Solana, launching an offshore won RWA pilot to capture a share of the projected $30 trillion tokenization boom.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 8/21/2026, 9:25:30 AM
Bitcoin’s Price Approaches $80K, Millions Liquidated in Hours
Bitcoin's price continues to rip, with the next level in sight being $80K.
By George Georgiev 8/21/2026, 9:24:52 AM
Bitcoin Approaches $80,000 as Vaneck’s Sigel Sees $100,000 Target by 2027
Vaneck’s head of digital assets research, Matthew Sigel, says his year-ahead bitcoin target and his 2029 cycle-peak call haven’t moved. Bitcoin is currently surging and has cleanly broken past the all-important $75,000 psychological threshold. A Target That Hasn’t Moved Sigel reiterated his stance on television this week, telling CNBC he still...
By Shiraz Jagati 8/21/2026, 9:20:34 AM
Ripple CEO: AI Helps US Grow
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said the company is aggressively embracing artificial intelligence as an accelerator for growth.
By Alex Dovbnya 8/21/2026, 9:20:30 AM
Treasury's latest measure isn't QE or YCC. Still, bitcoin is skyrocketing. Here's why.
The rally in hard assets isn’t necessarily about what the Treasury is doing, but what its move signals to the market.
By Omkar Godbole 8/21/2026, 9:17:15 AM
Pennsylvania Catholic Priest Accused of Embezzling $740,000+ From Churches and His Elderly Mother: Report
A former Ukrainian Catholic priest faces multiple felony charges for allegedly stealing more than $740,000 from Western Pennsylvania parishes, donors, and his mother's accounts to fund a lavish lifestyle. The post Pennsylvania Catholic Priest Accused of Embezzling $740,000+ From Churches and His Elderly Mother: Report appeared first on The Daily...
By Daily Hodl Agent 8/21/2026, 9:15:24 AM
Nomura-backed Laser Digital wins key approval to offer crypto services in Japan
Japan's crypto market maturity accelerates, attracting institutional interest and necessitating robust infrastructure and trusted services. The post Nomura-backed Laser Digital wins key approval to offer crypto services in Japan appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 8/21/2026, 9:14:59 AM
Important Pi Network News and PI Price Update: August 21
Aside from all the latest news, we will check how PI performed during the highly impressive market-wide revival over the past few days.
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/21/2026, 9:10:56 AM
Important Ripple (XRP) Price Update: August 21st
XRP is up 20% in the past 24 hours, and it gives no signs of stopping! Ripple (XRP) Price Predictions: Analysis Key support levels: $1, $1.3 Key resistance levels: $1.6, $2 Bulls Return with a Vengeance In an unexpected move, XRP has rallied by over 20% in the past 24 hours. This comes after the […]
By George Georgiev 8/21/2026, 9:07:07 AM
Russia deploys North Korean missiles within reach of 7 Ukrainian regions
The missile deployment heightens regional tensions, potentially prompting NATO involvement and altering the strategic military balance. The post Russia deploys North Korean missiles within reach of 7 Ukrainian regions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 9:04:38 AM
Samsung Weighs 100T Won Shareholder Return Plan as AI Profits Surge
Samsung Electronics is considering shareholder returns above KRW 100 trillion in 2026 after record AI-led memory profits in the second quarter.
By Andrei Popescu 8/21/2026, 9:01:54 AM
US spot Solana ETFs see $15M inflow, largest in three weeks
Growing institutional interest in Solana ETFs may boost Solana's market value, influencing broader crypto investment trends. The post US spot Solana ETFs see $15M inflow, largest in three weeks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 8:58:22 AM
Hungary scraps crypto trading penalties of up to eight years in prison
Hungary has repealed its mandatory crypto conversion validation system and removed two related criminal offenses that exposed users and service providers to prison terms of up to eight years. The Hungarian Parliament passed Act XXXVIII of 2026 on the Repeal…
By Rony Roy 8/21/2026, 8:50:51 AM
Strategy Bitcoin treasury hits breakeven point as BTC price passes $77K
Bitcoin gains 20% in two days as Strategy sees its BTC treasury climb out of the red.
By William Suberg 8/21/2026, 8:48:52 AM
Crypto Price Analysis August-21: ETH, XRP, ADA, BNB, HYPE
This Friday, we examine Ethereum, Ripple, Cardano, Binance Coin, and Hyperliquid in greater detail. Ethereum (ETH) In a major reversal, ETH has pumped 27% this week after sentiment turned positive, with Bitcoin leading and pulling most of the market higher. Ethereum shot up from $1,800 and did not stop until the resistance at $2,400. This […]
By Duo Nine 8/21/2026, 8:43:16 AM
China military: three Philippine aircraft ‘intruded into’ airspace in Scarborough Shoal – statement
The incident may heighten regional tensions, impacting China's military strategy and influencing geopolitical dynamics in the Taiwan Strait. The post China military: three Philippine aircraft ‘intruded into’ airspace in Scarborough Shoal – statement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 8:41:31 AM
Pepe price rallies 25% as whale demand and futures interest surge
Key takeaways Pepe has gained 25% this week, including a combined 22% advance over the previous two days. Seven whale transactions worth more than $1 million each occurred Thursday, the highest number since March 16. Exchange supply fell by 1.45 trillion PEPE, while top non-exchange wallets added 3.54 trillion tokens since August 12. Pepe...
By Hassan Maishera 8/21/2026, 8:41:28 AM
USDT trail helps uphold prison term in Hong Kong trafficking case
A Hong Kong appeals court has upheld a 56-month prison term for Ma Zhihao after investigators linked ransom payments from a human trafficking operation to a crypto exchange account registered in his name. Caixin reported on Aug. 20 that the…
By Rony Roy 8/21/2026, 8:35:57 AM
Strategy raises $334M via MSTR shares, maintains Bitcoin holdings
Strategy's decision to issue shares instead of selling Bitcoin strengthens its financial position, potentially boosting market confidence and stability. The post Strategy raises $334M via MSTR shares, maintains Bitcoin holdings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 8:31:53 AM
XRP whales bought 380 million tokens in one week. Here is what the on chain data actually says.
Whale transactions surged 280% in 24 hours. Large holders added 380 million XRP in a single business week. But the price barely moved. What the accumulation pattern reveals about what comes next. On chain data tells a clearer story than…
By Andrew Folkler 8/21/2026, 8:31:03 AM
Armstrong: Crypto Clarity Comes Either Way as Senate Vote Nears
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says regulatory clarity for crypto is coming no matter what happens next, either a Senate vote on September 15 or new federal rules the following day. Armstrong’s Either-Way Bet Brian Armstrong, the chief executive of Coinbase, took to X with a message aimed at calming nerves ahead of next month’s crypto […]
By Shiraz Jagati 8/21/2026, 8:30:29 AM
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Finally Breaks Long-Awaited $0.000005 Resistance Level
Shiba Inu sits at the strongest resistance level which has been the long-desired breakthrough target for investors.
By Arman Shirinyan 8/21/2026, 8:30:00 AM
Justin Sun scores partial win in World Liberty lawsuit
A federal judge kept Justin Sun’s individual World Liberty claims in court while both parties determine which company claims face arbitration.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 8:27:20 AM
Strategy sits on $1.4 billion profit on bitcoin holdings as price surges
Strategy’s common stock rose 7% in Friday pre-market trading to $120, the highest level in two months.
By James Van Straten 8/21/2026, 8:24:52 AM
Bitcoin eyes $80k after weekly rally pushes BTC above key moving averages
Key takeaways Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP have gained nearly 20%, over 25%, and almost 30%, respectively, this week. Expanded U.S. Treasury debt buybacks have improved liquidity expectations and boosted demand for risk assets. Bitcoin trades around $76,800 after breaking above its 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day exponential moving averages. Bitcoin,...
By Hassan Maishera 8/21/2026, 8:20:33 AM
Crypto mining pool Poolin files for bankruptcy in New Jersey
Bitcoin mining pool operator Poolin Technology and two affiliated companies have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in New Jersey, with court records placing Poolin’s estimated liabilities between $100 million and $500 million. Verita Global’s case information page shows that…
By Rony Roy 8/21/2026, 8:18:32 AM
Ethereum Price Prediction: Is $2500 The Next Big Target?
Ethereum (ETH) has delivered a major breakout that could create a shift across crypto, according to a recent market analysis. ETH hit $2,370, surging 25% as $4 billion in short positions were liquidated, marking what was described as the largest crypto short squeeze in history. ETH Sentiment Turns Bullish Ethereum’s broader trend has turned...
By Debashree Patra 8/21/2026, 8:17:26 AM
Hyperscalers blindsided by anti-data center movement as $64B in projects stall
The anti-data center movement highlights the growing tension between tech expansion and community concerns, potentially reshaping future infrastructure strategies. The post Hyperscalers blindsided by anti-data center movement as $64B in projects stall appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 8:15:31 AM
Sudden 22% XRP rally triggers forced market wide short-buying, driving XRP toward a make-or-break resistance test
XRP jumped roughly 22% in 24 hours, trading near $1.26 and clearing the level CryptoSlate had flagged in July as the upside target of its breakout setup. That July framework had put $1.18 as the breakout line, with open interest surging as traders positioned for the move. XRP has now cleared the $1.26 shelf that […] The post Sudden 22% XRP rally...
By Gino Matos 8/21/2026, 8:07:54 AM
Bitcoin price breaks $76K as ETF inflows accelerate
Bitcoin price surged above $76,000 after gaining about 18% in two days, supported by ETF inflows, short liquidations and falling U.S. yields.
By Olivia Stephanie 8/21/2026, 8:06:18 AM
Crypto Shorts Lose $2.74B in 24 Hours in Record Squeeze
Crypto short positions saw $2.74B liquidated in 24 hours on August 20, 2026, following a rally that lifted Bitcoin and Ethereum on August 19.
By Ethan Caldwell 8/21/2026, 8:01:44 AM
ATOM Price Prediction: Kissing the Upper Band at $1.56 — Rally Continuation or Bull Trap?
ATOM is pressing hard against its upper Bollinger Band at $1.56 after a sharp 5.27% intraday surge, but with momentum stalling and taker sell volume dominating, the odds favor a near-term pullback ... (Read More)
By N/A 8/21/2026, 7:56:47 AM
Ethereum’s 18% day exposed a hidden risk: half of Aave’s debt sits in 9% of positions
The biggest single day ETH move in two years did not trigger the liquidation cascade. But the concentrated staking correlation trade on Aave is one bad day from unwinding. The number that matters from Aug. 20 is not 18%. It…
By Andrew Folkler 8/21/2026, 7:56:24 AM
Analyst Predicts 800% ADA Rocket Surge Amid Cardano’s Major Ecosystem Upgrades
Cardano (ADA) traded mostly sideways on Thursday, although the token remained just over 9% higher over the past week as optimism around its growing ecosystem continued to build. The improving momentum could be linked to optimism surrounding President Trump’s broader positive stance on crypto following his meeting with industry leaders on...
By Newton Gitonga 8/21/2026, 7:53:43 AM
BCH Price Prediction: The 21% Short Squeeze Has Legs — But $275 Is Where the Real Fight Begins
BCH detonated 21.5% in a single session to $259, blasting well past its upper Bollinger Band while open interest cratered 9% — pure short squeeze anatomy, not organic accumulation. The next 7-30 da... (Read More)
By N/A 8/21/2026, 7:51:28 AM
Bitcoin ETFs draw $608M as Ether ETFs see largest inflow since October
Bitcoin ETF inflows pushed August’s total to a 2026 high of $2.07 billion as Bitcoin traded above $75,000 and Ether climbed to $2,357.
By Yohan Yun 8/21/2026, 7:50:01 AM
UNI Price Prediction: Whales Are Loaded Long — $4.34 Upper Band Test Coming if $4.06 Cracks
UNI just ripped 9.6% to $3.94 in a single session, clearing every major moving average simultaneously while smart money runs a 59.7% long bias — the path points to $4.34, but a rejection at $4.06 s... (Read More)
By N/A 8/21/2026, 7:48:51 AM
LINK Price Prediction: Overbought at $11.58 — Fade the Rip or Chase the $12.67 Breakout?
LINK has exploded 10% in a single session but RSI is screaming at 86 and price is trading above its own Bollinger upper band — a short-term fade to $10.77 is the base case at 65% probability, with ... (Read More)
By N/A 8/21/2026, 7:44:17 AM
AVAX Price Prediction: 10% Surge Hits Exhaustion Zone — Fade Now or Chase the $8.20 SMA?
AVAX ripped 10% to $7.48 but momentum is already stalling hard above the upper Bollinger Band — a pullback to the $7.23–$6.97 zone looks imminent before any credible run at the 200-day SMA near $8.20. (Read More)
By N/A 8/21/2026, 7:39:43 AM
Ripple joins Clearpool, Cicada to launch institutional RLUSD credit fund
Ripple has backed a new institutional credit fund that will issue RLUSD working-capital loans to fintech and payments companies through the XRP Ledger, with Clearpool and Cicada Partners handling the lending infrastructure and credit management. CoinDesk reported on Aug. 21…
By Rony Roy 8/21/2026, 7:37:52 AM
DOT Price Prediction: 9% Rip Into a Brick Wall — Breakout or Bull Trap at $0.86?
Polkadot just posted a violent 9.28% surge to $0.86, but the price is now pressing against its upper Bollinger Band with stochastics maxed out and aggressive sell-side taker flow dominating — the n... (Read More)
By N/A 8/21/2026, 7:37:08 AM
XRP Blasts to $1.30: Here’s Who Is Fueling Ripple’s Price Rally
Is it retail or are major players behind XRP's mind-blowing rally?
By Jordan Lyanchev 8/21/2026, 7:37:00 AM
Arsenal signs Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa for £51M plus add-ons
Arsenal's acquisition of Konsa strengthens their defense, potentially boosting their title defense, while Villa gains funds for strategic reinvestment. The post Arsenal signs Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa for £51M plus add-ons appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 8/21/2026, 7:32:37 AM
MATIC Price Prediction: Dead Money or Dead-Cat Bounce — $0.43 Retest Coming Before the $0.31 Flush
MATIC is coiled at $0.38 with every major moving average stacked overhead as dead weight, but exhausted selling momentum and oversold stochastic readings put a short-term bounce toward $0.43 on the... (Read More)
By N/A 8/21/2026, 7:31:46 AM
Crypto Investments Surpass Stocks in Brazil, New Survey Finds
The survey, which polled 2,004 respondents in 137 municipalities, found that two-thirds of Brazilians know about cryptocurrency, with bitcoin and ethereum ranking the top two in popularity. 17.2% have already invested in crypto, surpassing the 7.4% that have invested in the stock market. Second National Crypto Survey Finds More Brazilians Have...
By Sergio Goschenko 8/21/2026, 7:30:19 AM
US redeploys aircraft carriers to Middle East, leaves Asia-Pacific gap
The redeployment may embolden China, increasing regional tensions and market concerns over Taiwan's security and geopolitical stability. The post US redeploys aircraft carriers to Middle East, leaves Asia-Pacific gap appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 8/21/2026, 7:25:20 AM
DOGE Price Prediction: 11% Pump Hits a Wall — $0.09 Rejection Incoming or Breakout Confirmed?
DOGE has ripped 11.49% to $0.08 in 24 hours, but with RSI at 77.70, Stochastic above 98, and open interest quietly bleeding lower, this looks like a retail-fueled blow-off rather than a genuine bre... (Read More)
By N/A 8/21/2026, 7:22:57 AM