Bitcoin Volatility Alert: Is BTC in for a Rollercoaster Ride Soon?
One other analyst expects these fluctuations to arrive as early as this weekend.
By Jordan Lyanchev 7/18/2026, 6:42:46 AM
Ukrainian drones hit Russian oil depot, logistics centers; 7 dead
Ukrainian drones hit Russian oil depots, killing seven. Recapturing Crimea by December 31, 2026 is now at 8.5% YES. The post Ukrainian drones hit Russian oil depot, logistics centers; 7 dead appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 6:40:40 AM
UEFA’s push to unseat FIFA president Infantino could reshape sports’ crypto and sponsorship landscape
UEFA member associations seek a candidate to challenge FIFA president Gianni Infantino, with Nasser Al-Khelaifi in the mix. Here's what it means for crypto. The post UEFA’s push to unseat FIFA president Infantino could reshape sports’ crypto and sponsorship landscape appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/18/2026, 6:35:13 AM
Spain’s World Cup run highlights the high-stakes economics of global football betting markets
Spain's World Cup semi-final win over France and Laporte's refusal to celebrate signal momentum with big implications for crypto prediction markets. The post Spain’s World Cup run highlights the high-stakes economics of global football betting markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/18/2026, 6:25:16 AM
Israel seizes four acres of Palestinian land for military use until 2028
Israel seizes four acres of Palestinian land for military use until 2028. Houthi military action against Israel by July 31, 2026 at 11% YES. The post Israel seizes four acres of Palestinian land for military use until 2028 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 6:18:31 AM
Neiro Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: NEIRO Memecoin To Hit $0.0001?
The post Neiro Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: NEIRO Memecoin To Hit $0.0001? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of the NEIRO crypto is . The Neiro memecoin could reach a high of $0.0000104 in 2026. Neiro crypto price with a potential surge may reach a high of $0.001213 by 2030. Neiro (NEIRO) is a...
By Elena R 7/18/2026, 6:09:45 AM
Consensys halts releases after North Korea-linked developer gains access
Consensys has temporarily halted product releases after a North Korea-linked consultant gained access to its systems for about one month. Drop Site News reported that the developer joined the Ethereum software company under the alias “Tyler Knapp” and used the…
By Lawrence Mondal 7/18/2026, 6:07:43 AM
FTX to Pay Creditors Another $900 Million: Here’s Who Gets the Money
Meanwhile, FTX's ex-CEO requested a pardon but it was unanimously rejected by the US Senate.
By Jordan Lyanchev 7/18/2026, 5:38:47 AM
‘Useless Plastic’: NSPK CEO Declares the End of Visa and Mastercard in Russia
Dmitry Dubynin, CEO of the National Payment Card System (NSPK), stressed that cards issued by Visa and Mastercard “don’t provide any value,” as their operations are currently supported by the national system. Visa and Mastercard exited the Russian market in March 2022. Mastercard and Visa ‘Absent’ from Russia as Cards Reach Expiration As local...
By Sergio Goschenko 7/18/2026, 5:30:50 AM
US-Iran tensions rise as Trump voids ceasefire, launches air strikes
Trump voids the ceasefire and launches air strikes against Iran. US-Iran deal with reconstruction funding in 2026 at 26% YES. The post US-Iran tensions rise as Trump voids ceasefire, launches air strikes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 5:06:28 AM
US airstrikes cut water to 20,000 in southern Iran amid ongoing conflict
US airstrikes cause water shortages for 20,000 in southern Iran. IAEA visit to nuclear sites by December 31 at 27% YES. The post US airstrikes cut water to 20,000 in southern Iran amid ongoing conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 5:01:21 AM
US airstrikes target Iran Revolutionary Guard facilities for sixth night
US airstrikes target Iran Revolutionary Guard for the sixth night. IAEA visits to Iranian nuclear sites by December 31 at 26.5% YES. The post US airstrikes target Iran Revolutionary Guard facilities for sixth night appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 4:51:18 AM
AI wealth redistribution could benefit broader industry players: Neil Rimer
Neil Rimer predicts AI wealth redistribution will benefit broader industry players. Anthropic's valuation hitting $1.25T by December at 91% YES. The post AI wealth redistribution could benefit broader industry players: Neil Rimer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 4:49:35 AM
IRGC attacks US military bases in Kuwait amid 2026 Iran war escalation
IRGC attacks US military bases in Kuwait amid rising tensions. Military action against a Gulf state on July 22 at 53% YES. The post IRGC attacks US military bases in Kuwait amid 2026 Iran war escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 4:45:08 AM
Polymarket odds swing to 94% Fed hold after softer inflation lifts BTC mood
Crypto investment products reportedly ended an $8B outflow streak after weaker US inflation data brightened Bitcoin sentiment. (Read More)
By N/A 7/18/2026, 4:24:38 AM
Bank of America Names Digital Assets Platform Chief
Bank of America appoints Sonali Theisen to lead its global digital assets platform as AI and markets units realign. Stablecoins, custody, settlement in scope.
By Elliot Veynor 7/18/2026, 4:19:50 AM
FTX Plans $900M Fifth Creditor Payout for Approved Claims
FTX $900M fifth distribution starts July 31, 2026, with 105% cumulative for Class 5 and 103% for Classes 6A/6B; payouts via BitGo, Kraken, Payoneer.
By Maya Sinclair 7/18/2026, 4:19:38 AM
Polymarket boosts Eizenkot to 49% after Likud vote injunction
A district court injunction halted a planned Likud convention vote over disputed primary rules, prompting party officials to cancel the session. (Read More)
By N/A 7/18/2026, 4:18:38 AM
Polymarket odds put Messi at 90.95% for Golden Ball as $11.1M trades
Argentina’s knockout run recap cast Lautaro Martinez as a late-tournament difference-maker, from key substitute minutes to a stoppage-time header against England that booked a final with Spain. (Read More)
By N/A 7/18/2026, 4:12:38 AM
XRP Price's Descending Wedge Pattern Meets 7-Year Q3 Win Streak: Is a 50% Price Surge Possible?
After losing 49% in 2026, XRP’s tightening chart pattern meets a flawless 7-year Q3 win streak.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 7/18/2026, 4:00:00 AM
Iran may impose Strait of Hormuz transit fees by August 31, 2026
Iran may impose transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz by August 31, 2026. Market pricing at 45.5% YES. The post Iran may impose Strait of Hormuz transit fees by August 31, 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 3:58:08 AM
XRP’s Road to a $1 Trillion Market Cap: Analyst Says ‘Kaboom 4’ Has Begun – How Realistic Is It?
Is this XRP's path forward and toward a $1 trillion market cap?
By Jordan Lyanchev 7/18/2026, 3:55:17 AM
Ledger Bets on Hardware as AI Agents Start Managing Wallets
Summary Ledger opened its Agent Stack toolkit to the public, letting AI agents manage crypto wallets while private keys stay locked inside hardware. Every transaction that moves value still requires a manual confirmation on a Ledger signer before it executes. MoonPay and Shisa.ai already run production tools built on the new architecture. Ledger...
By Alexander Stefanov 7/18/2026, 3:39:58 AM
Ripple Commits $250,000 to 25 Veteran-Owned Businesses Through Hire Heroes USA
Ripple has committed $250,000 in RLUSD-funded grants to 25 veteran- and military spouse-owned businesses through a collaboration with Hire Heroes USA. Ripple Backs Veteran Entrepreneurs With $250,000 in RLUSD Grants A quarter-million dollars is now moving into businesses led by veterans and military spouses across the United States. Ripple has...
By Kevin Helms 7/18/2026, 3:30:32 AM
Iranian army targets US military assets in Bahrain amid 2026 conflict
Iranian army targets US military assets in Bahrain. Final nuclear deal by August 13 at 2.1% YES. The post Iranian army targets US military assets in Bahrain amid 2026 conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 3:27:15 AM
Trump invites Sheinbaum and Carney to the 2026 World Cup final as trade tensions simmer
Trump invites Mexican President Sheinbaum and Canadian PM Carney to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, adding diplomatic weight to a shared North American The post Trump invites Sheinbaum and Carney to the 2026 World Cup final as trade tensions simmer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/18/2026, 3:25:33 AM
How SBI Is Quietly Assembling a Cross-Border Crypto Empire
Summary SBI Ventures Asset acquired majority control of Coinhako on July 16. The deal is the fifth SBI digital-asset move in five weeks, alongside JPYSC, Bitbank, EDX Markets, and SBI Solana Global. JPYSC remains restricted to SBI VC Trade accounts with no external wallet access. The Bitbank acquisition still requires Japan’s Fair Trade Commission...
By Alexander Stefanov 7/18/2026, 3:22:03 AM
Meta, Anthropic in talks for $10B AI compute lease deal
Meta and Anthropic are in talks for a $10 billion AI compute lease deal. Anthropic's valuation hitting $1.25T by December 31 at 91% YES. The post Meta, Anthropic in talks for $10B AI compute lease deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 3:17:30 AM
Scaloni praises Messi, hints at continued World Cup impact
Scaloni praises Messi's impact on the team, hinting at his continued role. Argentina to win the World Cup at 41.2% YES. The post Scaloni praises Messi, hints at continued World Cup impact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 3:10:36 AM
White House unaware of planned Trump visit to Israel amid US-Iran tensions
White House unaware of Trump's planned visit to Israel amid tensions. Meeting with Netanyahu by July 19 at 0.5% YES, by July 24 at 6.7% YES. The post White House unaware of planned Trump visit to Israel amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 3:01:49 AM
+100% Shiba Inu (SHIB) Exchange Outflow Recorded as Volatility Is Back on the Market
Shiba Inu's outflows are crawling up, which is a great recovery sign, but a premature one.
By Arman Shirinyan 7/18/2026, 3:00:00 AM
Jordan intercepts 10 missiles from Iran amid regional tensions
Jordan intercepted 10 missiles from Iran, signaling increased tensions. Houthi military action against Israel by July 31, 2026 at 12.5% YES. The post Jordan intercepts 10 missiles from Iran amid regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 2:37:51 AM
Iranian Shahed-136 drone spotted amid Gulf region tensions
Iranian Shahed-136 drone spotted amid Gulf tensions. Military action against a Gulf state by July 22 at 55.5% YES. The post Iranian Shahed-136 drone spotted amid Gulf region tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 2:32:58 AM
Polymarket sees September Fed hold odds at 60.5% as CLARITY Act touted
Lawmakers are pitching the CLARITY Act as a way to boost crypto innovation while adding regulatory certainty, according to a new report. (Read More)
By N/A 7/18/2026, 2:26:26 AM
Crypto sponsors eye USMNT as Pochettino weighs coaching future
Kraken and Chiliz are exploring USMNT sponsorships as Pochettino weighs his coaching future, with potential implications for fan tokens and crypto markets. The post Crypto sponsors eye USMNT as Pochettino weighs coaching future appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/18/2026, 2:22:58 AM
Polymarket holds Iran regime-fall Yes at 10.5% despite strike escalation
For a sixth straight night, a report says the U.S. widened airstrikes on Iran, hitting bridges, energy sites, and a key-port tower as Hormuz fighting intensified. (Read More)
By N/A 7/18/2026, 2:20:26 AM
Polymarket prices Starmer at 99% to be next leader out before 2027
A full-length political video shows Maine Democrats hosting a forum with eight candidates to replace Graham Platner, offering campaign context rather than a single trigger. (Read More)
By N/A 7/18/2026, 2:14:26 AM
World Cup final puts crypto-backed goalkeeper Emi Martínez center stage against Spain’s record-breaking Unai Simón
Argentina's Emi Martnez, Zoomex's crypto brand ambassador, faces Spain's record-breaking Unai Simn in the 2026 World Cup final with billions watching. The post World Cup final puts crypto-backed goalkeeper Emi Martínez center stage against Spain’s record-breaking Unai Simón appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/18/2026, 2:13:43 AM
Trump’s FIFA intervention lifts Balogun’s World Cup ban, raising questions about institutional integrity
Trump pressured FIFA to overturn Balogun's World Cup red-card suspension, the first reversal since 1962, raising questions about centralized governance and The post Trump’s FIFA intervention lifts Balogun’s World Cup ban, raising questions about institutional integrity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/18/2026, 2:04:12 AM
US expands military strikes in Iran, targeting inland sites: Al Jazeera
US expands military strikes in Iran, targeting inland sites. Invasion before 2027 now at 27.5% YES. The post US expands military strikes in Iran, targeting inland sites: Al Jazeera appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 1:58:15 AM
Zelensky calls MH17 downing Russian terror, urges global accountability
Zelensky calls the MH17 downing Russian terror, urging accountability. Ceasefire by December 31, 2026 at 36% YES. The post Zelensky calls MH17 downing Russian terror, urges global accountability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 1:56:35 AM
US positions refueling aircraft for potential strikes on Iran nuclear sites
US positions refueling aircraft for potential strikes on Iran. End of Iranian blockade by August 31, 2026 at 44% YES. The post US positions refueling aircraft for potential strikes on Iran nuclear sites appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 1:52:51 AM
Chainlink Tests Support As CCIP Moves From Hype To Usage
Chainlink Tests Support As CCIP Moves From Hype To Usage is worth covering because it sits inside one of crypto’s live conversations rather than floating as a standalone headline. The market has been dealing with politic
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 7/18/2026, 1:50:00 AM
Enemy airstrikes hit bridges, tunnel in Iran’s Hormozgan amid US-Iran conflict
Enemy airstrikes hit critical infrastructure in Iran's Hormozgan. US officially declaring war on Iran by December 31, 2026 at 5.5% YES. The post Enemy airstrikes hit bridges, tunnel in Iran’s Hormozgan amid US-Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 1:48:04 AM
Drones strike Russian-occupied Crimea, fire near Gvardeyskoye airfield
Drones struck Russian-occupied Crimea near Gvardeyskoye airfield. Ukraine recapturing Crimea by December 31, 2026 at 8.5% YES. The post Drones strike Russian-occupied Crimea, fire near Gvardeyskoye airfield appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 1:41:04 AM
Cardano Price Prediction: Analyst Says Whale Buying and ETF Hype Could Signal Bottom
The post Cardano Price Prediction: Analyst Says Whale Buying and ETF Hype Could Signal Bottom appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Cardano (ADA) continues to face heavy selling pressure, trading near $0.15 in July 2026, leaving many long-term holders disappointed. One crypto analyst admitted he also did not expect ADA to be at these levels...
By Debashree Patra 7/18/2026, 1:40:45 AM
Dogecoin Holds Key Levels As Retail Trading Cools Off
Dogecoin Holds Key Levels As Retail Trading Cools Off is worth covering because it sits inside one of crypto’s live conversations rather than floating as a standalone headline. The market has been dealing with political
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 7/18/2026, 1:40:00 AM
T. Rowe Price Launches Active Spot Crypto ETF With BTC, ETH, XRP Among Top Holdings
T. Rowe Price, which manages $1.89 trillion in client assets, has launched TKNZ, an actively managed multi-token spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) offering exposure to bitcoin, ether, XRP, and other leading cryptocurrencies. Active Management and Multi-Token Crypto Portfolios T. Rowe Price, which manages $1.89 trillion in client assets, announced on...
By Kevin Helms 7/18/2026, 1:30:40 AM
Solana Holds Support Even As Layer-1 Flows Turn Uneven
Solana Holds Support Even As Layer-1 Flows Turn Uneven is worth covering because it sits inside one of crypto’s live conversations rather than floating as a standalone headline. The market has been dealing with political
By Bitcoinist Editorial Team 7/18/2026, 1:30:00 AM
US forces target site near Jask, Iran amid 2026 tensions
US forces targeted a site near Jask, Iran amid rising tensions. Houthi military action against Israel by July 31, 2026 at 12.5% YES. The post US forces target site near Jask, Iran amid 2026 tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/18/2026, 1:24:46 AM