Argentina defeats Egypt 3-2 in World Cup match viewed by fans in Gaza
Argentina staged a dramatic 3-2 comeback against Egypt in the World Cup round of 16 as Palestinians in Gaza watched from destroyed buildings. The post Argentina defeats Egypt 3-2 in World Cup match viewed by fans in Gaza appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 3:40:35 AM
Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.8 hit by recurring outages as enterprise users grow restless
Persistent outages in Anthropic's AI models could undermine enterprise trust, highlighting the need for transparency and robust infrastructure. The post Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.8 hit by recurring outages as enterprise users grow restless appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 3:40:11 AM
France’s Gambling Regulator Warns All Esports Betting Is Illegal as the $75M Esports World Cup Opens in Paris
As the Esports World Cup opens in Paris with the largest prize pool in the sport’s history, France’s national gambling authority has reminded fans that wagering on any of it is illegal. No licensed operator may take an esports bet in the country, and every site that offers one is unlawful – a stance the […]
By Luci Kelemen 7/9/2026, 3:30:32 AM
Alfa Bank plans to offer crypto services and become a digital depository
Alfa Bank's crypto service plans could reshape Russia's financial landscape, potentially influencing global crypto markets amid sanctions. The post Alfa Bank plans to offer crypto services and become a digital depository appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 3:25:20 AM
Haaland vs. Bellingham at the World Cup is also a meme coin moment
The rise and fall of athlete meme tokens highlight the volatility and speculative nature of crypto markets, contrasting with more stable NFT investments. The post Haaland vs. Bellingham at the World Cup is also a meme coin moment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 3:24:28 AM
Arbitrum to receive 10% of fees from Robinhood Chain and other L2s
Arbitrum's revenue-sharing model incentivizes ecosystem growth, aligning developer and investor interests, and enhancing its competitive edge. The post Arbitrum to receive 10% of fees from Robinhood Chain and other L2s appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 3:17:27 AM
US Central Command strikes 90 Iranian military sites near Strait of Hormuz, rattling global energy markets
The US strikes on Iranian sites near the Strait of Hormuz could destabilize global energy markets and heighten geopolitical tensions. The post US Central Command strikes 90 Iranian military sites near Strait of Hormuz, rattling global energy markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 3:15:01 AM
South Korea greenlights Mirae Asset’s acquisition of crypto exchange Korbit
Mirae Asset's acquisition of Korbit may accelerate the integration of traditional finance with digital assets, fostering innovative investment products. The post South Korea greenlights Mirae Asset’s acquisition of crypto exchange Korbit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 7/9/2026, 3:07:14 AM
Pentagon drops $80.5M on AI-powered counter-drone shields for nuclear bases
The Pentagon's investment in AI counter-drone systems highlights escalating defense tech competition and the critical need for advanced security measures. The post Pentagon drops $80.5M on AI-powered counter-drone shields for nuclear bases appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 3:06:23 AM
Trump orders complete trade halt with Spain, triggering market selloff and European uncertainty
Trump's trade halt with Spain heightens EU economic uncertainty, potentially impacting global markets and strengthening crypto's appeal. The post Trump orders complete trade halt with Spain, triggering market selloff and European uncertainty appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 3:05:33 AM
Trump grants Ukraine rights to manufacture Patriot systems at NATO summit, signaling long-term defense commitment
Ukraine's domestic production of Patriot systems signifies a strategic shift in NATO's defense dynamics, enhancing self-reliance and regional stability. The post Trump grants Ukraine rights to manufacture Patriot systems at NATO summit, signaling long-term defense commitment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 3:02:29 AM
US states may sue to block Paramount’s $110B acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery
State-level antitrust challenges could reshape future media mergers, highlighting tensions between federal and state regulatory approaches. The post US states may sue to block Paramount’s $110B acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:58:30 AM
Senator Elizabeth Warren calls Clarity Act ‘ticket to sanctions evasion’
Warren's opposition to the Clarity Act highlights the ongoing tension between regulatory clarity and potential loopholes in crypto oversight. The post Senator Elizabeth Warren calls Clarity Act ‘ticket to sanctions evasion’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:46:24 AM
IRGC strikes US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain as Bitcoin takes a hit from geopolitical shock
Geopolitical tensions could destabilize global markets, impacting energy costs and cryptocurrency volatility, with broader economic repercussions. The post IRGC strikes US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain as Bitcoin takes a hit from geopolitical shock appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:36:18 AM
US grants Ukraine license to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, reshaping defense economics
Ukraine's new production capability signals a shift in defense strategy, potentially altering global defense economics and trade dynamics. The post US grants Ukraine license to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, reshaping defense economics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:35:04 AM
Crypto VC Paradigm raises $1.2B to push into AI
Crypto venture firm Paradigm is widening its investment gaze toward AI and other frontier industries with its latest fund.
By Jesse Coghlan 7/9/2026, 2:33:00 AM
Mark Cuban-backed DeFi dashboard Zapper shutters after 7 years
Zapper provided crypto market data to over 2 million monthly active users and oversaw more than $13 billion in processed transactions during its peak.
By Brayden Lindrea 7/9/2026, 2:32:20 AM
US judge presses Gautam Adani for details on Justice Department’s dismissal of criminal case
The case's outcome could redefine US jurisdiction in international bribery, impacting global corporate strategies and investor risk assessments. The post US judge presses Gautam Adani for details on Justice Department’s dismissal of criminal case appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:31:11 AM
Flexa Expands Crypto Payments Across 37 European Markets
Flexa has expanded its regulated payments platform across Europe, allowing merchants, institutions, and developers throughout the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) to accept crypto payments and process payouts. The expansion adds 37 countries and territories with euro settlement through SEPA. How Does Flexa’s European Expansion Change Digital Asset...
By Kevin Helms 7/9/2026, 2:30:31 AM
Bitcoin drops as Trump declares Iran ceasefire ‘over’ amid renewed Strait of Hormuz attacks
The renewed conflict in the Strait of Hormuz heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and potentially disrupting energy supplies. The post Bitcoin drops as Trump declares Iran ceasefire ‘over’ amid renewed Strait of Hormuz attacks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:30:27 AM
Bitcoin has yet to escape bearish conditions despite recent recovery
In a report on Wednesday, Glassnode stated that Bitcoin has continued trading beneath both the True Market Mean of $76,600 and the short-term holders (STHs) cost basis of $72,200.
By N/A 7/9/2026, 2:15:11 AM
Valorant Champions Tour China Stage 2 kicks off in Changsha with $250K prize pool as esports eyes mainstream sponsorship dollars
The event highlights esports' growing appeal to mainstream sponsors, while the absence of blockchain tech underscores regulatory and adoption challenges. The post Valorant Champions Tour China Stage 2 kicks off in Changsha with $250K prize pool as esports eyes mainstream sponsorship dollars appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:11:52 AM
World Cup quarterfinal between France and Morocco drives $4.49M in crypto prediction market volume
The surge in crypto prediction market volume highlights the growing intersection of sports and blockchain, potentially reshaping fan engagement. The post World Cup quarterfinal between France and Morocco drives $4.49M in crypto prediction market volume appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:08:52 AM
ARK Invest sells $8M of AMD stock in single day
ARK's shift from AMD to crypto signals a strategic pivot towards emerging tech, potentially influencing investor sentiment and market dynamics. The post ARK Invest sells $8M of AMD stock in single day appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:07:40 AM
China’s largest DRAM maker CXMT opens investor subscriptions for $4.3B IPO next week
CXMT's IPO could disrupt the global DRAM market, challenging existing oligopolies and reshaping the semiconductor supply chain dynamics. The post China’s largest DRAM maker CXMT opens investor subscriptions for $4.3B IPO next week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:06:40 AM
South Korea sells $1.7B in currency stabilization bonds at record-low spreads
South Korea's record-low bond spreads enhance its financial stability, signaling strong investor confidence and bolstering foreign reserves. The post South Korea sells $1.7B in currency stabilization bonds at record-low spreads appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:06:30 AM
Aptos hits quarterly high with 16M transactions in a day
Aptos' governance overhaul, mirroring Ethereum's EIP-1559, could stabilize token supply, impacting long-term value and investor confidence. The post Aptos hits quarterly high with 16M transactions in a day appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 2:05:52 AM
US strikes on Iran hit Hormuz outlook as Polymarket Yes drops to 58.5%
On July 8, 2026, the United States launched new strikes on Iran during the seven-day funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, citing attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. (Read More)
By N/A 7/9/2026, 2:03:46 AM
China’s consumer inflation slows more than expected amid easing commodity costs
Subdued inflation in China may lead to monetary easing, impacting global markets by influencing commodity demand and risk asset valuations. The post China’s consumer inflation slows more than expected amid easing commodity costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:59:12 AM
Kraken leads with $400M in spot liquidity across MiCA exchanges
Kraken's dominance in MiCA-regulated liquidity could reshape competitive dynamics, pressuring smaller exchanges to consolidate or innovate rapidly. The post Kraken leads with $400M in spot liquidity across MiCA exchanges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:44:17 AM
Ethereum Price Forecast: Bulls reclaim dominance, but buying remains weak
Ethereum (ETH) has slowly seen a return of bullish dominance over the past few days after a lengthy period of bearish pressure. However, buying pressure remains weak despite registering nearly a 10% gain since the beginning of the month.
By N/A 7/9/2026, 1:34:01 AM
Crypto could benefit if Fed steps in to backstop US stock market: Analysts
The size and scope of the US stock market “gives policymakers a strong incentive to backstop major drawdowns,” said Bitget Wallet COO, Alvin Kan.
By Martin Young 7/9/2026, 1:32:12 AM
Tennessee Crypto ATM Ban Takes Effect After Federal Court Rejects Emergency Challenge
A federal court has allowed Tennessee’s ban on cryptocurrency ATMs to take effect while a constitutional lawsuit continues, giving the state an early legal win in its anti-fraud push. Why Did Tennessee’s Cryptocurrency ATM Ban Survive Its First Legal Test? A federal court declined to halt Tennessee’s cryptocurrency ATM ban before it took effect,...
By Kevin Helms 7/9/2026, 1:30:34 AM
Cuomo Urges Congress to Pass CLARITY Act: ‘Just Tell Me the Rules’
The post Cuomo Urges Congress to Pass CLARITY Act: ‘Just Tell Me the Rules’ appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Former New York governor and ICE-OKX joint venture co-chair, Andrew Cuomo is calling on U.S. lawmakers to move quickly on the CLARITY Act. He says the crypto industry is not looking for special treatment, it simply wants clear...
By Debashree Patra 7/9/2026, 1:30:00 AM
South Korea’s central bank signals rate hike as inflation stays elevated
Rising interest rates in South Korea could dampen crypto enthusiasm, as higher returns on traditional savings reduce the appeal of volatile assets. The post South Korea’s central bank signals rate hike as inflation stays elevated appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:28:58 AM
World Cup drama sends crypto prediction markets and fan tokens into overdrive
The World Cup's impact on crypto markets highlights the growing intersection of sports events and digital finance, driving fan token trading. The post World Cup drama sends crypto prediction markets and fan tokens into overdrive appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:27:45 AM
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says Trump Accounts are growing faster than many successful tech companies
The rapid growth of Trump Accounts could significantly increase stock market participation, but political and competitive risks may impact longevity. The post Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says Trump Accounts are growing faster than many successful tech companies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:26:24 AM
US military strikes railway bridges in northern Iran, rattling crypto markets already on edge
Heightened geopolitical tensions can trigger volatility in crypto markets, impacting investor sentiment and causing temporary market disruptions. The post US military strikes railway bridges in northern Iran, rattling crypto markets already on edge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:24:09 AM
US Financial Conditions Index climbs to highest level since February, signaling risk-on environment
Looser US financial conditions may boost economic growth, but reliance on market-driven factors could signal vulnerability to sudden shifts. The post US Financial Conditions Index climbs to highest level since February, signaling risk-on environment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:23:48 AM
Bank of Japan may accelerate rate hikes to combat inflation, and Bitcoin holders should pay attention
BOJ's potential rate hikes could disrupt global financial markets, impacting risk assets like Bitcoin due to changing capital flows. The post Bank of Japan may accelerate rate hikes to combat inflation, and Bitcoin holders should pay attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:18:30 AM
Bahrain shoots down Iranian missiles and drones as crypto takes an $80B hit
The escalation in Bahrain highlights the vulnerability of global markets to geopolitical tensions, underscoring the need for robust risk management. The post Bahrain shoots down Iranian missiles and drones as crypto takes an $80B hit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:18:06 AM
Mexico’s World Cup run is turning its players into transfer market gold
Mexico's World Cup success could significantly boost its players' market value, enhancing their global visibility and career opportunities. The post Mexico’s World Cup run is turning its players into transfer market gold appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:15:39 AM
US strikes on Iranian military base near Bushehr raise fresh geopolitical risk for crypto markets
Increased geopolitical tensions could lead to market volatility, impacting investor sentiment and potentially influencing crypto asset behavior. The post US strikes on Iranian military base near Bushehr raise fresh geopolitical risk for crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:12:26 AM
23.2 million viewers watch England vs Mexico World Cup match as streaming dominates sports broadcasting
The shift to streaming in sports broadcasting reshapes advertising strategies, emphasizing digital tools and targeting growing demographics. The post 23.2 million viewers watch England vs Mexico World Cup match as streaming dominates sports broadcasting appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:06:17 AM
Treasury Undersecretary for Domestic Finance McKernan departs after less than a year
McKernan's departure may delay fintech and crypto regulation, impacting policy development amid ongoing legislative debates on digital assets. The post Treasury Undersecretary for Domestic Finance McKernan departs after less than a year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 1:02:31 AM
CASHCAT Early Buyer Turns $316 into $2.1M on Robinhood Chain
Key Highlights One CASHCAT trader has turned $316 into more than $2.17 million on the newly launched Robinhood…
By Rajpalsinh Parmar 7/9/2026, 12:58:11 AM
Kuwait intercepts missile and drone attacks as Bitcoin dips to $99.5K before rebounding
The ongoing regional tensions highlight the vulnerability of markets to geopolitical events, with potential for significant crypto volatility. The post Kuwait intercepts missile and drone attacks as Bitcoin dips to $99.5K before rebounding appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 12:51:54 AM
IRGC-linked channel claims large-scale missile strikes on US Gulf bases as crypto markets brace for impact
Escalating tensions could lead to increased regulatory scrutiny on crypto markets, impacting global trade and financial stability. The post IRGC-linked channel claims large-scale missile strikes on US Gulf bases as crypto markets brace for impact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/9/2026, 12:46:01 AM
Can Bitcoin’s Next Price Floor Reach $800,000?
The post Can Bitcoin’s Next Price Floor Reach $800,000? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin’s next price floor could sit far higher than most investors expect, according to Alexandre Laizet, board director at Capital B, one of Europe’s leading Bitcoin treasury companies. Laizet points to a specific catalyst: digital credit, a new...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 7/9/2026, 12:39:43 AM
Exclusive: XRP Could Become Crypto’s Top Asset, But Only If Banks Do This First
The post Exclusive: XRP Could Become Crypto’s Top Asset, But Only If Banks Do This First appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XRP’s next major re-rating will not come from retail traders chasing headlines, according to blockchain researcher Edo Farina. It will come from banks quietly parking the token on their balance sheets. In an interview...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 7/9/2026, 12:39:09 AM