Ethereum ETFs Continue To See Heavy Outflows, But This ETH Token Is Dominating Retail Interest
The spotlight on Ethereum is shifting as funds flow out of its ETF products while retail buyers hunt for alternatives. Ethereum remains a major asset, but many investors are now looking at Remittix (RTX) as a fresh target. Remittix offers a payments-focused approach, a low entry price and strong user incentives. With Ethereum ETF outflows [...] The post Ethereum ETFs Continue To See Heavy Outflows, But This ETH Token Is Dominating Retail Interest appeared first on Blockonomi.
DoubleLine: Higher bond yields may help Fed maintain steady rates through 2026
DoubleLine suggests rising bond yields may help the Fed keep rates steady through 2026. Fed pause in next three decisions at 58.5% YES. The post DoubleLine: Higher bond yields may help Fed maintain steady rates through 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US naval blockade against Iran redirects 7 vessels, disables 1 ship
US naval blockade against Iran redirects 7 vessels and disables 1 ship. Houthi attacks on shipping by August 31, 2026 at 59.5% YES. The post US naval blockade against Iran redirects 7 vessels, disables 1 ship appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Explosions reported in southern Iran as geopolitical tensions keep crypto markets on edge
Multiple explosions reported in Sirik county, southern Iran near the Strait of Hormuz. Here's why crypto traders should monitor the geopolitical fallout. The post Explosions reported in southern Iran as geopolitical tensions keep crypto markets on edge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US reinforces naval blockade against Iran, redirects 7 vessels
US reinforces naval blockade against Iran, redirecting seven vessels. End of blockade by August 31, 2026 priced at 43.5% YES. The post US reinforces naval blockade against Iran, redirects 7 vessels appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Lamine Yamal makes World Cup history, and crypto betting markets were already pricing it in
Lamine Yamal becomes the third youngest player in a FIFA World Cup final as crypto prediction markets and fan tokens capture record engagement. The post Lamine Yamal makes World Cup history, and crypto betting markets were already pricing it in appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Uniswap generates $18M in LP fees on Robinhood Crypto Chain just weeks after launch
Uniswap liquidity providers earned $18M in fees on Robinhood Chain since its July 1 launch, with trading volume surpassing $1 billion in just nine days. The post Uniswap generates $18M in LP fees on Robinhood Crypto Chain just weeks after launch appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Blockworks launches vaults sector coverage with $7B in AUM tracked across 24 chains
Blockworks Research launches a vaults dashboard tracking $7B in AUM across 59 curators, 132 assets, and 24 chains as DeFi vault adoption accelerates. The post Blockworks launches vaults sector coverage with $7B in AUM tracked across 24 chains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
xAI launches Grok add-in for Microsoft Excel, taking aim at Copilot on its home turf
xAI launches its Grok add-in for Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, challenging Microsoft Copilot inside its own ecosystem with AI-powered spreadsheet The post xAI launches Grok add-in for Microsoft Excel, taking aim at Copilot on its home turf appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
K Wave Media (KWM) Stock Plunges 16% Despite Nasdaq Approval and AI Pivot
K Wave Media (KWM) stock dropped 16% after securing Nasdaq transfer approval, 180-day compliance extension, and unveiling AI expansion strategy. The post K Wave Media (KWM) Stock Plunges 16% Despite Nasdaq Approval and AI Pivot appeared first on Blockonomi.
Hugging Face breach highlights fatal flaw in AI safety guardrails
An autonomous AI agent breached Hugging Face's infrastructure undetected while frontier AI models refused to help defenders analyze the attack due to safety The post Hugging Face breach highlights fatal flaw in AI safety guardrails appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
EWC 2026 League of Legends teams earn $2M in prizing
Dplus KIA won the EWC 2026 League of Legends championship and $600K after sweeping Karmine Corp 3-0. The tournament distributed $2M across top teams. The post EWC 2026 League of Legends teams earn $2M in prizing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Iran strikes US airbase in Jordan as Middle East tensions escalate, crypto markets remain unfazed
Iran's IRGC struck Muwaffaq Salti Airbase in Jordan, killing US service members. Crypto markets showed no reaction, but escalation risks remain for The post Iran strikes US airbase in Jordan as Middle East tensions escalate, crypto markets remain unfazed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
West Africa approves $25B gas pipeline plan linking Nigeria to Morocco
ECOWAS leaders approved the $25 billion African Atlantic Gas Pipeline linking Nigeria to Morocco, targeting 30 billion cubic meters of gas annually by 2029. The post West Africa approves $25B gas pipeline plan linking Nigeria to Morocco appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Vanguard Group boosts Strategy stake by $8M, now holds $209M in Bitcoin proxy play
Vanguard's Mid-Cap Value ETF added 83,093 MicroStrategy shares worth $8M, bringing total MSTR holdings to $209M and giving index fund investors indirect The post Vanguard Group boosts Strategy stake by $8M, now holds $209M in Bitcoin proxy play appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Chelsea sells four players for over £120M as summer signings loom
Chelsea has raised over 120M from four player sales and plans to move at least 12 players this summer, with fan token implications on the Chiliz The post Chelsea sells four players for over £120M as summer signings loom appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong clarifies stance on Brian Coin after 86% token crash
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong denies involvement with the $BRIAN memecoin after his profile picture changes triggered an 86% crash and $13.2M in trading The post Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong clarifies stance on Brian Coin after 86% token crash appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Spain’s World Cup dominance has a hidden story for sports betting and prediction markets
Spain's World Cup defensive dominance and Unai Simn's 10-save tournament highlight growing opportunities for crypto prediction markets and on-chain sports The post Spain’s World Cup dominance has a hidden story for sports betting and prediction markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US forces complete ninth consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military sites
US forces complete nine consecutive nights of strikes against Iranian military targets. Here's what it means for crypto markets and global risk appetite. The post US forces complete ninth consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military sites appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
xAI’s Grok now available for Word and PowerPoint, undercutting Microsoft Copilot at zero cost
xAI's Grok AI is now free for Word, PowerPoint, and Excel users on Microsoft 365, directly challenging Microsoft Copilot's $30/month subscription model. The post xAI’s Grok now available for Word and PowerPoint, undercutting Microsoft Copilot at zero cost appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Says AI Is Surpassing Humans
Ethereum's founder Vitalik Buterin continued sharing uncommon insights about the evolution of AI and its capabilities, this time believing AI is surpassing humans in more ways than we think.
Toobit Exchange Guide 2026: AI Trading, Zero Spot Fees, High Leverage, TradFi and More
The following is a complete overview of Toobit, and a thorough guide on some of its most impactful features to look into in 2026.
Chelsea targets Morgan Rogers after England’s World Cup exit
Chelsea agrees to a record 117 million deal for Morgan Rogers after England's World Cup exit, with implications for fan tokens and sports crypto markets. The post Chelsea targets Morgan Rogers after England’s World Cup exit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Kevin Warsh signals possible interest rate hikes despite slowed inflation
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh warns of 'persistently elevated inflation' despite June CPI falling to 3.5%, with half of FOMC members expecting rate hikes in 2026. The post Kevin Warsh signals possible interest rate hikes despite slowed inflation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Gold holds above $4,000 amid ongoing Middle East violence
Gold holds near $4,000 as US-Iran tensions push oil higher. Tokenized gold PAXG and XAUT cross $3B combined market cap amid geopolitical volatility. The post Gold holds above $4,000 amid ongoing Middle East violence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
ASML plans €20,000 retention grant for employees through 2030 as AI chip war heats up
ASML plans to award eligible employees 20,000 in shares vesting through 2030, committing hundreds of millions to retain talent amid the AI chip boom. The post ASML plans €20,000 retention grant for employees through 2030 as AI chip war heats up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Solana captures 95% of tokenized stock volume as new analytics dashboard goes live
Solana processes 95% of on-chain tokenized equity volume as rwa.xyz launches a new dashboard tracking 2,613 tokenized stocks worth $1.85 billion. The post Solana captures 95% of tokenized stock volume as new analytics dashboard goes live appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bernstein raises Robinhood price target to $160 as prediction markets revenue could overtake crypto
Bernstein raises Robinhood price target to $160, forecasting prediction markets revenue surging from $150M to $1.7B by 2028 via Rothera and Robinhood Chain. The post Bernstein raises Robinhood price target to $160 as prediction markets revenue could overtake crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Hyperliquid plans permissionless prediction markets through HIP-4
Hyperliquid's HIP-4 upgrade enables permissionless prediction markets with 500,000 HYPE staking requirement, already hitting $80M daily volume. The post Hyperliquid plans permissionless prediction markets through HIP-4 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitmine slows Ethereum purchases to fund $86 million share buyback
Bitmine bought back 5.5 million shares for nearly $86 million under its $4 billion program while reducing its weekly Ethereum purchases. The post Bitmine slows Ethereum purchases to fund $86 million share buyback appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
PayPal faces $53 billion takeover bid as Stripe and Advent International circle the payments giant
Stripe and Advent International bid over $53 billion for PayPal at $60.50 per share. The board rejected it, but crypto implications of combining PYUSD with The post PayPal faces $53 billion takeover bid as Stripe and Advent International circle the payments giant appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Markets hold steady as traders wait for the Fed’s next move
Bitcoin ETFs log $128M in daily inflows as BTC holds near $65K and traders await the Fed's rate decision with a 95% hold probability priced in. The post Markets hold steady as traders wait for the Fed’s next move appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Canadians face 32% hike in tomato prices amid grocery inflation surge
Canadians face a 32% increase in tomato prices amid rising grocery inflation. Core CPI increase of 0.2% in July at 15.1% YES. The post Canadians face 32% hike in tomato prices amid grocery inflation surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Six Premier League clubs chase FC Midtjylland striker in £30M transfer battle
Six Premier League clubs including Liverpool, Newcastle, and Manchester United are competing to sign FC Midtjylland striker Franculino Dj, valued at 30 The post Six Premier League clubs chase FC Midtjylland striker in £30M transfer battle appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
FC Bayern locks down Konrad Laimer through 2029 as traditional sports contracts dwarf most crypto treasury moves
FC Bayern extends Konrad Laimer's contract to 2029 in a deal exceeding 10M annually, highlighting the gap between sports finance and crypto treasuries. The post FC Bayern locks down Konrad Laimer through 2029 as traditional sports contracts dwarf most crypto treasury moves appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin price hits $65K wall as stocks battle ‘record’ institutional tech sell-off
Bitcoin faced troublesome resistance at $65,000 while traders still saw a potential BTC price breakout into a “bullish market structure.”
Brazil’s Tokenized Securities Plan Enters Critical Review
TLDR Brazil’s CVM created a 14-department task force to develop rules for tokenized securities. The group must submit its first tokenization proposal within 60 days of formal installation. A broader regulatory review will continue for 120 days, with a possible 30-day extension. The framework will address registration, custody, trading, and settlement using distributed ledger technology. [...] The post Brazil’s Tokenized Securities Plan Enters Critical Review appeared first on Blockonomi.
China accelerates state fund deployment to halt equity selloff
China deploys state-backed funds including Central Huijin to halt equity selloff, echoing its 2015 playbook. Here's what it means for crypto investors. The post China accelerates state fund deployment to halt equity selloff appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Hyperliquid Bets Big on Prediction Markets With Permissionless HIP-4 Push
Hyperliquid told users on July 19 that its outcome markets product, known as HIP-4, will move to permissionless deployment in a coming network upgrade. The announcement came through the exchange’s Telegram channel. Hyperliquid said the rollout will happen in two stages. “HIP-4 (outcome markets) will support permissionless deployment in a future network upgrade, first on […]
Mediators propose 10-day ceasefire to revive Iran-US deal, and crypto markets are paying attention
Pakistan and Qatar propose a 10-day ceasefire to revive the Iran-US interim deal. Here's why crypto markets, especially Bitcoin, should care about the The post Mediators propose 10-day ceasefire to revive Iran-US deal, and crypto markets are paying attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US dollar stablecoin supply drops $5B in 30 days as market posts largest monthly decline since Terra-Luna
The stablecoin market lost $7.7B in June 2026, its largest monthly drop since Terra-Luna. Here's what the contraction means for crypto liquidity and The post US dollar stablecoin supply drops $5B in 30 days as market posts largest monthly decline since Terra-Luna appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
China’s Moonshot AI unveils Kimi K3 to challenge US dominance in artificial intelligence
Moonshot AI's Kimi K3 model packs 2.8 trillion parameters at a fraction of US rivals' cost, reshaping the AI competitive landscape for investors. The post China’s Moonshot AI unveils Kimi K3 to challenge US dominance in artificial intelligence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Data center investment frenzy heats up as AI demand collides with bubble fears
Peachtree Group CEO Greg Friedman warns of data center bubble risks amid record AI-driven construction, with implications for crypto mining and digital The post Data center investment frenzy heats up as AI demand collides with bubble fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Chevron halts Petronius Gulf oil output, impacting market dynamics
Chevron halts oil output at Petronius Gulf platform. WTI reaching $110 in July 2026 at 2.4% YES. The post Chevron halts Petronius Gulf oil output, impacting market dynamics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US leading economic indicators decline in June as consumer weakness offsets financial gains
The Conference Board's Leading Economic Index fell 0.2% in June 2026 to 99.1 as consumer weakness and declining building permits offset positive financial The post US leading economic indicators decline in June as consumer weakness offsets financial gains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Russia Advances Major Cryptocurrency Legislation With Transaction Caps
Russia's State Duma plans final vote on crypto regulation bill introducing investor limits, cross-border rules, and legal framework for digital assets. The post Russia Advances Major Cryptocurrency Legislation With Transaction Caps appeared first on Blockonomi.
White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks steps down, shifts to broader tech advisory role
David Sacks steps down as White House AI and Crypto Czar, shifting to co-chair PCAST. What his departure means for stablecoin legislation and crypto The post White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks steps down, shifts to broader tech advisory role appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US and Iran escalate military strikes in Strait of Hormuz amid 2026 conflict
US and Iran escalate military strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. US invasion of Iran before 2027 at 26.5% YES. The post US and Iran escalate military strikes in Strait of Hormuz amid 2026 conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
European Union to discuss three scenarios for breaking Russia sanctions deadlock
The EU plans to discuss three options for resolving its Russia sanctions deadlock caused by Hungary and Slovakia vetoes over the Druzhba pipeline The post European Union to discuss three scenarios for breaking Russia sanctions deadlock appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Spain’s World Cup homecoming draws a million fans to Madrid, and crypto is along for the ride
Spain's World Cup victory parade in Madrid draws a million fans. Kraken's FIFA deal, Chainlink prediction markets, and fan tokens highlight crypto's growing The post Spain’s World Cup homecoming draws a million fans to Madrid, and crypto is along for the ride appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Chelsea retains Tosin Adarabioyo amid club interest, and here’s why crypto investors should care about Premier League transfers
Chelsea retains defender Tosin Adarabioyo under Xabi Alonso's plans despite Brighton interest, with implications for sports tokenization and crypto The post Chelsea retains Tosin Adarabioyo amid club interest, and here’s why crypto investors should care about Premier League transfers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Infinity raises $15M from Touring Capital, OpenAI and Anthropic researchers at $100M valuation
AI infrastructure startup Infinity raised $15M at a $100M valuation from Touring Capital and OpenAI, Anthropic researchers, signaling where smart money is The post Infinity raises $15M from Touring Capital, OpenAI and Anthropic researchers at $100M valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Brett Harrison critiques LLMs’ ability to build trading systems, says human expertise remains essential
Architect CEO Brett Harrison, a Jane Street veteran and former FTX US president, argues LLMs cannot build effective high-frequency trading systems due to The post Brett Harrison critiques LLMs’ ability to build trading systems, says human expertise remains essential appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
IREN jumps 16% after raising AI cloud revenue target above $4B
The Bitcoin miner raised its year-end AI cloud revenue target to more than $4 billion after signing $2.8 billion in new contracts with AI developers.
Cardano price prediction: Can ADA break $0.19 after hard fork?
Cardano price trades near $0.16 after van Rossem hard fork, while weak momentum and mixed derivatives data keep $0.19 resistance in focus.
AeroVironment (AVAV) Stock Hovers Near Lows as Pentagon Finalizes $117M P550 Drone Order
AeroVironment (AVAV) details $117.3M Army contract for 82 P550 reconnaissance drones as stock trades near 52-week lows around $142 per share. The post AeroVironment (AVAV) Stock Hovers Near Lows as Pentagon Finalizes $117M P550 Drone Order appeared first on Blockonomi.
AMD Stock Surges 5% on Microsoft Azure Helios AI Partnership Announcement
AMD stock jumped 5% after Microsoft Azure partnership announcement. Microsoft will deploy AMD Helios racks for AI inference workloads starting H2 2026. The post AMD Stock Surges 5% on Microsoft Azure Helios AI Partnership Announcement appeared first on Blockonomi.
Solana price stalls below $80 as exploits test fragile recovery
Solana price has stalled near $76 after repeated failures at $80, as two ecosystem exploits, weak momentum, and geopolitical stress have kept traders cautious. According to data from crypto.news, Solana (SOL) price traded at $76.12 at the time of writing,…
US gasoline prices climb back above $4 as Strait of Hormuz tensions rattle oil markets
US gasoline hit $4.003 per gallon on July 20, 2026, as Strait of Hormuz tensions push crude toward $80 per barrel and stoke inflation fears affecting The post US gasoline prices climb back above $4 as Strait of Hormuz tensions rattle oil markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Google designs new AI chip that bakes Gemini directly into silicon
Google's Frozen v2 chip embeds Gemini model elements into silicon, promising 6-10x efficiency gains over TPUs. Expected deployment is as early as 2028. The post Google designs new AI chip that bakes Gemini directly into silicon appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Singapore considers tax cuts for hedge funds and asset managers in bid to outflank Hong Kong
Singapore's MAS is negotiating tax cuts for hedge funds and asset managers, including 0% carried-interest rates, with implications for crypto fund The post Singapore considers tax cuts for hedge funds and asset managers in bid to outflank Hong Kong appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Hearts’ Champions League qualifier highlights crypto’s uneven reach in European football
Hearts face Sturm Graz in Champions League qualifying at Merkur Arena, highlighting crypto fan tokens' uneven adoption across European football's lower The post Hearts’ Champions League qualifier highlights crypto’s uneven reach in European football appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Exodus expects $10M to $13M in annual savings after cutting 25% of its workforce
Exodus Movement cuts 25% of its workforce, expecting $10M to $13M in annual savings as it pivots toward stablecoin payments and card issuance The post Exodus expects $10M to $13M in annual savings after cutting 25% of its workforce appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bristol Myers Squibb expands Nvidia partnership to supercharge its AI drug factory
Bristol Myers Squibb expands its Nvidia AI factory partnership, reporting 55% cost savings on drug discovery workloads. Here's what it means for investors. The post Bristol Myers Squibb expands Nvidia partnership to supercharge its AI drug factory appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
MSTR Stock Faces Crucial Test Near $107 Resistance
TLDR Strategy sold 2,732,318 MSTR shares for about $263.5 million between July 13 and July 19. The company added $225 million to its dollar reserve, lifting the total balance to $3.225 billion. Strategy made no bitcoin purchases, bitcoin sales, or share repurchases during the reporting period. The company continues to hold 843,775 BTC at an [...] The post MSTR Stock Faces Crucial Test Near $107 Resistance appeared first on Blockonomi.
Nigeria’s Tinubu signs executive order creating a virtual asset council to regulate crypto
President Tinubu signed an executive order creating a Virtual Asset Council to regulate Nigeria's 20-25 million crypto users under a unified framework. The post Nigeria’s Tinubu signs executive order creating a virtual asset council to regulate crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong clarifies social media posts are not token endorsements
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says his social media posts are not token endorsements after a profile picture change sent memecoin $BRIAN surging 3,000% then The post Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong clarifies social media posts are not token endorsements appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Strive (ASST) Adds 21 Bitcoin as Treasury Reaches 19,921 BTC and Cash Climbs to $157 Million
Bitcoin Magazine Strive (ASST) Adds 21 Bitcoin as Treasury Reaches 19,921 BTC and Cash Climbs to $157 Million Strive (ASST) bought 21 bitcoin for about $1.3 million last week, increasing its treasury to 19,921 BTC while cash reserves rose to $157.4 million, according to a Monday SEC filing. This post Strive (ASST) Adds 21 Bitcoin as Treasury Reaches 19,921 BTC and Cash Climbs to $157 Million first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Bitmine (BMNR) Stock Prioritizes $86M Buyback Over Ethereum Accumulation
Bitmine (BMNR) stock climbed 2.4% as the company slowed ETH purchases to 7,430 tokens, focusing instead on an $86M share repurchase program. The post Bitmine (BMNR) Stock Prioritizes $86M Buyback Over Ethereum Accumulation appeared first on Blockonomi.
Strategy (MSTR) Stock Gains After $263M Stock Sale Leaves Bitcoin Holdings Intact
Strategy (MSTR) stock gained after raising $263M via equity sales, bringing cash reserves to $3.225B while keeping its 843,775 BTC treasury untouched. The post Strategy (MSTR) Stock Gains After $263M Stock Sale Leaves Bitcoin Holdings Intact appeared first on Blockonomi.
IBM (IBM) Stock Plunges 27%: Inside the $69 Billion Market Cap Wipeout
IBM stock crashed 27% after missing Q2 revenue targets at $17.2B. CEO admits AI budget shift miscalculation. Analysts cut targets amid $69B market cap loss. The post IBM (IBM) Stock Plunges 27%: Inside the $69 Billion Market Cap Wipeout appeared first on Blockonomi.
Intel (INTC) Stock: Analyst Expectations for Thursday’s Q2 2026 Earnings Report
Intel (INTC) Q2 earnings arrive July 23. Analysts project $0.22 EPS and $14.42B revenue. Price targets range from $65 to $155 with Hold consensus. The post Intel (INTC) Stock: Analyst Expectations for Thursday’s Q2 2026 Earnings Report appeared first on Blockonomi.
Chip Stocks Rally as AMD, Nvidia (NVDA), and Micron (MU) Surge Despite Recent Selloff
Semiconductor stocks rebounded Monday as AMD surged 4% and Micron gained 5%. Markets await major earnings reports, Fed policy moves, and monitor oil price spikes. The post Chip Stocks Rally as AMD, Nvidia (NVDA), and Micron (MU) Surge Despite Recent Selloff appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitmine (BMNR) Stock Rises Following $11.5B Crypto Treasury Disclosure and Buyback Program
Bitmine (BMNR) stock gains after disclosing $11.5B crypto treasury, 5.78M ETH holdings, $4B buyback program, and expanded staking operations through MAVAN. The post Bitmine (BMNR) Stock Rises Following $11.5B Crypto Treasury Disclosure and Buyback Program appeared first on Blockonomi.
Goldman Sachs Reports Historic Tech Stock Exodus by Hedge Funds
Hedge funds cut tech stock exposure by 10% in record selloff, Goldman Sachs reports. Semiconductors and AI infrastructure led the decline over 8 weeks. The post Goldman Sachs Reports Historic Tech Stock Exodus by Hedge Funds appeared first on Blockonomi.
The fed chair who owned crypto just ruled out saving it
Kevin Warsh held stakes in a stablecoin venture and a dozen protocols, called Bitcoin the new gold, and became the friendliest Fed chair crypto has ever had. Then Congress asked whether the Fed would rescue the sector in a run,…
Analyst Says Waiting for Bitcoin’s Four-Year Cycle Bottom Could Be a Costly Mistake
Bitcoin could surprise investors expecting another four-year cycle, as institutional developments potentially reshape the market's usual historical pattern this year.
China’s Premier open to collaborate with UK PM Burnham to strengthen ties
China's Premier Li Qiang is open to collaborating with UK PM Burnham to strengthen ties. Xi Jinping's visit to the US before 2027 at 92.5% YES. The post China’s Premier open to collaborate with UK PM Burnham to strengthen ties appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
HIVE Digital Technologies unveils BUZZHPC as Canada’s AI factory with 100,000 GPUs and a CAD $3.5B gigafactory plan
HIVE Digital's BUZZ HPC plans a 320 MW, CAD $3.5B AI gigafactory near Toronto with over 100,000 GPUs targeting a 2027 launch. The post HIVE Digital Technologies unveils BUZZHPC as Canada’s AI factory with 100,000 GPUs and a CAD $3.5B gigafactory plan appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
BlackRock plans more than $12 billion bond sale for Texas data center: Report
BlackRock plans to sell over $12 billion in bonds to finance an El Paso data center campus, with major implications for AI infrastructure and crypto mining. The post BlackRock plans more than $12 billion bond sale for Texas data center: Report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Houthis declare naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, threatening oil exports
Houthis declare a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, raising concerns over oil exports. Successful shipping attacks by July 31, 2026, at 45% YES. The post Houthis declare naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, threatening oil exports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Spark updates Season 4 rewards to focus on SPK staking
Spark's Season 4 rewards program now centers on SPK staking, offering 3 points per token daily. Over 633.5 million SPK tokens have been staked by 6,000 The post Spark updates Season 4 rewards to focus on SPK staking appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
ETFs see 44 closures in June, marking second highest monthly total on record
Forty-four ETFs closed in June 2026, the second-highest monthly total on record, as shrinking fund lifespans signal growing industry consolidation pressure. The post ETFs see 44 closures in June, marking second highest monthly total on record appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
FIFA accused of enabling fraud ahead of World Cup 2026, raising fresh questions about sports governance
Council of Europe accuses FIFA of enabling fraud and political interference ahead of the 2026 World Cup, raising governance questions relevant to crypto. The post FIFA accused of enabling fraud ahead of World Cup 2026, raising fresh questions about sports governance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Big Tech’s $600 billion AI bet faces its report card this earnings season
Big Tech's $600 billion AI spending spree faces scrutiny as Alphabet, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon report earnings, with Bitcoin miners also pivoting to AI. The post Big Tech’s $600 billion AI bet faces its report card this earnings season appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Republicans defy Trump, enter South Carolina Senate race against endorsed candidate
Republicans enter South Carolina Senate race against Trump's endorsed candidate. Ralph Norman at 17.5% YES, Russell Fry at 24.5% YES. The post Republicans defy Trump, enter South Carolina Senate race against endorsed candidate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US military withheld details of Iranian strikes in Jordan: NYT
US military withheld details on Iranian strikes in Jordan. Full airspace closure by August 31 at 43.5% YES. The post US military withheld details of Iranian strikes in Jordan: NYT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Downing Street denies Rachel Reeves’ resignation as UK finance minister
Downing Street denies Rachel Reeves' resignation as UK finance minister. Wes Streeting as next Chancellor in 2026 at 50% YES. The post Downing Street denies Rachel Reeves’ resignation as UK finance minister appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves denies resignation rumors, backed by PM Starmer
Chancellor Rachel Reeves denies resignation rumors with support from PM Starmer. Ed Miliband as next Chancellor in 2026 at 2.5% YES. The post UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves denies resignation rumors, backed by PM Starmer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Neo emerges from stealth with $100M to secure enterprise AI software
Neo exits stealth mode with $100M to build enterprise AI security software, with major implications for crypto exchanges and digital asset protection. The post Neo emerges from stealth with $100M to secure enterprise AI software appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
400+ Ukrainian drones hit Moscow, injuring 10 and causing fires
Over 400 Ukrainian drones hit Moscow, injuring 10. Ukraine recapturing Crimea by December 31, 2026 priced at 8.5% YES. The post 400+ Ukrainian drones hit Moscow, injuring 10 and causing fires appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
What is Section 13(3)? The Fed power crypto cannot use
The Fed power behind every modern bailout cannot legally rescue a stablecoin issuer. How 13(3) works, what Dodd-Frank changed, and what it means.
Nearly 5% of All Ethereum Is Now in One Corporate Treasury: Why Top Whale Is Now Tapering Buys
Bitmine corners 4.8% of the global Ethereum supply but slashes weekly ETH purchases to execute a massive $ billion stock buyback strategy.
Morgan Stanley Edges Past Goldman Sachs as Wall Street’s Top AI Debt Bank: Here’s What It Means
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) has become Wall Street’s leading bank for artificial intelligence (AI) debt deals, architecting billions of dollars in financing for data center build-outs and edging past longtime rival Goldman Sachs. A New Leader on Wall Street The shift is worth noting because debt underwriting has quietly become one of the most lucrative […]
Why Can’t MSFT Stock Break Above $400?
TLDR CLSA initiated Microsoft coverage with an Outperform rating and a $535 price target. MSFT stock traded near $391 but remained below the key $400 resistance level. Technical support stood near $388, while the next support level appeared around $380. The RSI remained neutral near 50.48, while the positive MACD showed weakening upward momentum. Insider [...] The post Why Can’t MSFT Stock Break Above $400? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Meta faces trial in Tennessee over Instagram addiction claims, and the stakes keep climbing
Meta faces a Nashville trial on July 21 over claims Instagram was designed to addict children. Tennessee seeks financial penalties and mandatory platform The post Meta faces trial in Tennessee over Instagram addiction claims, and the stakes keep climbing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Trump White House considers ban on Chinese AI models amid rising competition
The Trump administration weighs banning Chinese AI models like Kimi K3 after they captured 46.4% of routed tokens on OpenRouter, surpassing US alternatives. The post Trump White House considers ban on Chinese AI models amid rising competition appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Houthis announce maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia, threatening global energy flows and risk asset calculus
Houthis declared a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia targeting the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Here's how the oil supply shock could ripple into crypto markets. The post Houthis announce maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia, threatening global energy flows and risk asset calculus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The GENIUS Act turned one by missing its own deadline
The stablecoin law gave regulators exactly one year to write its rules. The year ended Saturday. The rules did not arrive, the January 2027 start date is not moving, and the $300 billion industry now gets to guess what compliance…
Hut 8 lands second $9.8B AI lease as IREN signs $2.8B deals
Hut 8 signed a second $9.8B Texas AI lease, while IREN added $2.8B in contracts and lifted its 2026 AI Cloud target above $4B.
Airstrike targets Iran Electronics Industries in Shiraz amid Israel-Iran conflict
Airstrike hits Iran Electronics Industries amid Israel-Iran conflict. Full airspace closure by July 31 at 26% YES. The post Airstrike targets Iran Electronics Industries in Shiraz amid Israel-Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.