BlackRock made $82M as crypto erased $30B from its funds – now it wants inside your wallet
BlackRock generated $82 million in revenue from its digital-asset products during the first half of 2026, even as falling Bitcoin and Ethereum prices erased nearly $30 billion from the assets supporting the business. The world's largest asset manager recorded $42 million in digital-asset base fees and securities-lending revenue in the first...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 7/16/2026, 9:51:29 AM
Bitcoin Treasury Capital secures approval for Sweden’s first BTC-backed preferred offering
This innovative financial structure could influence European markets by offering a new model for integrating cryptocurrency with traditional equity. The post Bitcoin Treasury Capital secures approval for Sweden’s first BTC-backed preferred offering appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:51:05 AM
ARB Price Prediction: Dead Weight at $0.09 — The Bear Case to $0.069 Is Building Fast
ARB is suffocating under a converging resistance cluster at $0.09 with momentum completely dried up and volume non-existent — there's a 60% probability this token slides to $0.069–$0.072 by year-en... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 9:49:39 AM
Kremlin sees no immediate prospects for Russia-Ukraine peace talks
The stalled peace talks prolong regional instability, impacting global markets and geopolitical alliances, with no resolution in sight. The post Kremlin sees no immediate prospects for Russia-Ukraine peace talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 9:48:49 AM
South Korea rate hike puts fresh pressure on crypto risk appetite
South Korea raises its base rate to 2.75%, ending a three-year pause as tighter policy may weigh on the country’s active crypto market.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/16/2026, 9:48:07 AM
TSMC shares fall in premarket despite record-breaking Q2 profits
Geopolitical tensions overshadow TSMC's financial success, highlighting the vulnerability of tech supply chains to global political shifts. The post TSMC shares fall in premarket despite record-breaking Q2 profits appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:47:22 AM
Bitcoin Shows Signs of Healthy Accumulation Despite Correction Warning
Bitcoin on-chain data suggests that the market is entering a healthy accumulation phase, with investors steadily buying the asset. However, a CryptoQuant author warns that high levels of leverage in the market could still trigger a sharp price correction. Visit Website
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 7/16/2026, 9:45:51 AM
Iraq suspends crude oil flows after drone crashes into tanker, sending tokenized oil markets into overdrive
The suspension of Iraq's oil exports highlights vulnerabilities in global energy supply chains, impacting both traditional and tokenized markets. The post Iraq suspends crude oil flows after drone crashes into tanker, sending tokenized oil markets into overdrive appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:45:34 AM
Bitcoin Rejected at Major Resistance: Is the Rally Over?
The Bitcoin price stopped short of the $66K horizontal resistance level and may be rolling over. Will one of the support structures below stop the slide, or is this rally now over, with much lower prices to come?
By Laurie Dunn 7/16/2026, 9:44:48 AM
APT Price Prediction: Trapped Below $0.63, $0.57 Floor Test Is Coming
APT is grinding dead-center at $0.61 with momentum completely neutralized, thin volume, and a technical structure that reads more like a slow bleed than a base-building. The 70% probability path po... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 9:40:34 AM
U.S. Government Moves 54,897,092,652 Shiba Inu Seized From FTX
The U.S. government has transferred nearly $250,000 worth of Shiba Inu tokens seized from the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX. Visit Website
By Lele Jima 7/16/2026, 9:40:27 AM
TSMC posts record quarter as fund managers warn expectations are dangerously high
TSMC's record results highlight the tech sector's reliance on AI demand, posing risks if growth expectations aren't met or customer focus narrows. The post TSMC posts record quarter as fund managers warn expectations are dangerously high appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:38:32 AM
Russia targets Ukrainian drone facilities, Black Sea ports in precision strikes
The strikes may weaken Ukraine's strategic capabilities, affecting its military operations and the geopolitical balance in the region. The post Russia targets Ukrainian drone facilities, Black Sea ports in precision strikes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 9:34:50 AM
NEAR Price Prediction: $2.08 Is the Line in the Sand — Break It or Bleed Back to $1.96
NEAR trades at $2.02 with momentum flatlined and the 50-day SMA pressing down at $2.08 — a decisive daily close above that cluster flips the short-term setup bullish and opens a run toward $2.14+, ... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 9:33:40 AM
Tether backs Argentine fintech Ualá with reported $20M investment
Tether has reportedly invested $20 million in Argentine digital bank Ualá, adding another Latin American financial platform to its growing list of stablecoin-focused investments. According to a Bloomberg report, the investment was part of Ualá’s $197 million equity funding round…
By Rony Roy 7/16/2026, 9:32:01 AM
Is Bitcoin Really Headed to $38,000? NYDIG’s October Scenario, Explained
Bitcoin could sink to a cycle low of $38,000 to $39,000 by October if the current drawdown matches the depth of 2022’s bear market, NYDIG said in its second-quarter review. A Bleak Scenario Bitcoin financial services firm NYDIG has mapped out a scenario in which bitcoin’s slide extends to $38,000-$39,000 by October, if the 2025-2026 […]
By Shiraz Jagati 7/16/2026, 9:30:31 AM
TSMC adds $100B to US spending plan, bringing total Arizona commitment to $265B
TSMC's massive US investment could reshape global semiconductor supply chains, reduce geopolitical risks, and impact tech industries worldwide. The post TSMC adds $100B to US spending plan, bringing total Arizona commitment to $265B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:27:06 AM
Argentina’s World Cup final berth sends $ARG fan token into overdrive
Argentina's World Cup success boosts crypto fan tokens, highlighting the intersection of sports enthusiasm and speculative trading dynamics. The post Argentina’s World Cup final berth sends $ARG fan token into overdrive appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:27:03 AM
UK launches inquiry into Russia, cites Moscow as major threat
The UK's inquiry into Russia may deter Russian advances, influence geopolitical markets, and signal increased UK military support for Ukraine. The post UK launches inquiry into Russia, cites Moscow as major threat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 9:26:29 AM
US Senate unanimously adopts resolution opposing clemency for SBF
The Senate approved a resolution opposing clemency for former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried as prediction markets put the odds of a Trump pardon by July 31 below 1%.
By Helen Partz 7/16/2026, 9:26:11 AM
XLM Price Prediction: Dead Money Below $0.20, Then a 40% Shot at $0.26
XLM is coiled in a one-cent trading range with momentum frozen at neutral and volume running dry — a decisive close above $0.20 unlocks a run toward $0.22–$0.26 in 30 days, but failure at that wall... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 9:24:33 AM
Crypto Market Cap Drops 12.6% in Q2 2026, Bitcoin Leads Decline
Q2 2026 saw a $304.8B drop in crypto market cap, prolonged Bitcoin and Ethereum losses, and Hyperliquid's HYPE entering the top 10. (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 9:21:18 AM
Swift built the thing XRP was supposed to replace. It chose deposits.
Swift's blockchain ledger went live with 17 banks on July 9, settling in tokenized deposits. What that answers about the XRP bridge-asset thesis.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/16/2026, 9:19:20 AM
India achieves second AI unicorn in a month as venture capital floods Bengaluru
India's AI unicorn surge highlights a strategic shift in venture capital, emphasizing AI's potential over crypto amidst regulatory challenges. The post India achieves second AI unicorn in a month as venture capital floods Bengaluru appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:18:02 AM
China bans AI chatbots from fostering emotional reliance amid population decline
China's AI regulations may shift tech investment focus towards productivity tools, impacting startups reliant on emotional engagement features. The post China bans AI chatbots from fostering emotional reliance amid population decline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:15:47 AM
South Florida Man Allegedly Drains $220,000 in Crypto After Infecting Games With Malware
Authorities are charging a South Florida man after he allegedly ran a campaign that drained hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of crypto from gamers. Zyaire Dontaevious Zamarion Wilkins, a 21-year-old North Lauderdale resident, is accused of conspiracy to obtain information by computer for private financial gain, reports WPLG Local 10. The FBI...
By Henry Kanapi 7/16/2026, 9:15:33 AM
TRX Price Prediction: $0.31 or $0.35 — The Moving Average Wall Decides Everything
Every short-term moving average has converged into a single wall of resistance at $0.33 while TRX sits pinned to its lower Bollinger Band at $0.32 and derivatives traders lean short; the bear case ... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 9:15:28 AM
Bitcoin to Reach $500,000 to $1 Million in Current Halving Cycle, PlanB Predicts
With 639 days left in the current halving cycle, analyst PlanB explains why Bitcoin is still on track for $500,000.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 7/16/2026, 9:15:15 AM
Bayern Munich signs Ismael Saibari in €50M+ deal, highlighting football’s growing transfer economy
Bayern's acquisition of Saibari underscores the escalating financial stakes in football, influencing club strategies and market dynamics globally. The post Bayern Munich signs Ismael Saibari in €50M+ deal, highlighting football’s growing transfer economy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:14:13 AM
Prediction markets saw $33K in volume on Gen.G vs ZETA DIVISION VCT Pacific opener
Esports' growing appeal as a speculative asset highlights untapped potential for integrating decentralized prediction markets, pending regulatory clarity. The post Prediction markets saw $33K in volume on Gen.G vs ZETA DIVISION VCT Pacific opener appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:14:08 AM
Will Bitcoin Price Drop to $38K in 2026? NYDIG’s Q2 Report Has the Answer
The post Will Bitcoin Price Drop to $38K in 2026? NYDIG’s Q2 Report Has the Answer appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin may not have reached its bottom just yet, according to a new report from NYDIG. The firm believes the ongoing 2025–2026 correction is starting to mirror the major bear markets seen in 2014, 2018, and 2022, raising the...
By Debashree Patra 7/16/2026, 9:12:03 AM
Hyperion DeFi commits 500,000 HYPE to Hyperliquid perpetual listings
Hyperion DeFi has committed 500,000 HYPE tokens to support institutional perpetual futures listings on Hyperliquid through a new agreement with Skew Technologies. According to a Wednesday press release, the Nasdaq-listed company will deploy the tokens under Hyperliquid’s HIP-3 permissionless listings…
By Rony Roy 7/16/2026, 9:11:41 AM
VP JD Vance claims some in Israel want Iran war to continue indefinitely
Vance's remarks highlight potential geopolitical instability, affecting U.S.-Iran negotiations and market confidence in diplomatic resolutions. The post VP JD Vance claims some in Israel want Iran war to continue indefinitely appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 9:07:07 AM
Federal Reserve faces scrutiny over shifting positions on rates as crypto markets feel the heat
The Fed's indecision on rates fuels market volatility, highlighting the broader economic uncertainty impacting both traditional and crypto assets. The post Federal Reserve faces scrutiny over shifting positions on rates as crypto markets feel the heat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 9:05:48 AM
Fed under scrutiny as Warsh shifts to data-driven rate policy
The Fed's data-driven policy shift under Warsh heightens market uncertainty, emphasizing the critical role of transparent communication. The post Fed under scrutiny as Warsh shifts to data-driven rate policy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 9:04:50 AM
Europe’s solar boom saves €20B in gas imports amid Middle East conflict
Europe's solar shift reduces fossil fuel reliance, impacting global energy markets and potentially stabilizing oil prices amid geopolitical tensions. The post Europe’s solar boom saves €20B in gas imports amid Middle East conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 9:04:32 AM
Japan reclassifies Bitcoin as financial asset, effective July 2026
Japan's move may boost institutional adoption and market confidence, potentially leading to higher Bitcoin valuations and regulatory clarity. The post Japan reclassifies Bitcoin as financial asset, effective July 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 9:02:39 AM
Robux vs Game Tokens: Why Closed-Loop Economies Still Win on Player UX
Roblox’s 100,000 Robux review fee spotlights why closed loops beat game tokens on UX as MiCA pushes EU liquidity from USDT to USDC and kids’ safety central.
By Karim Daniels 7/16/2026, 9:01:35 AM
Don’t Obsess Over Bitcoin’s Bottom as $38K Low Comes Into Focus: Analyst
Bitcoin may have rallied from recent lows, but experts believe historical patterns still leave room for another leg lower toward $38K.
By Chayanika Deka 7/16/2026, 9:00:03 AM
ATOM Price Prediction: Bear Case Targets $1.45 as Every Moving Average Turns to Resistance
ATOM is pinned at $1.53 beneath every major moving average with a flatlined MACD and near-record-low volume — the 70% probability play is a flush to $1.45–$1.49 before any real buyers materialize. (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 8:59:34 AM
Cardano Price Forecast: Whale accumulation, van Rossem hard fork update support recovery prospects
Cardano (ADA) trades slightly lower around $0.161 on Thursday after a mild rejection the previous day. Despite the price pullback, on-chain data show that wallets holding ADA tokens are accumulating, signaling growing confidence among large investors.
By N/A 7/16/2026, 8:58:10 AM
Tech companies boost security amid rising threats against AI developers and infrastructure
The escalating AI security threats necessitate robust defenses, transforming security from a cost center to a competitive advantage in tech. The post Tech companies boost security amid rising threats against AI developers and infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 8:53:37 AM
Volvo develops proprietary cryptocurrency for blockchain testing with suppliers
Volvo's proprietary cryptocurrency could streamline supply chain transactions, but its impact remains uncertain without broader adoption. The post Volvo develops proprietary cryptocurrency for blockchain testing with suppliers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 8:53:34 AM
Peter Brandt spots possible Bitcoin bottom as BTC stalls near $65K
Veteran trader Peter Brandt has identified a possible bottoming structure on Bitcoin’s chart after the cryptocurrency rebounded from its late-June lows. Brandt stressed that traders still lack enough evidence to confirm the setup. Bitcoin traded near $64,000 on July 16…
By Olivia Stephanie 7/16/2026, 8:52:24 AM
BCH Price Prediction: Dead-Cat Bounce or Deeper Slide — $209 Is the Line in the Sand
BCH is gasping for air at $223.80 after a 5% flush, with stochastics buried in oversold territory and short sellers so crowded they're now funding longs — but with price trading nearly 47% below it... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 8:50:00 AM
Nvidia partners with Japan’s Fanuc and Yaskawa Electric to advance AI robotics
Nvidia's collaboration with Japanese firms could revolutionize manufacturing, addressing labor shortages and enhancing industrial efficiency. The post Nvidia partners with Japan’s Fanuc and Yaskawa Electric to advance AI robotics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 8:46:11 AM
Japan and NVIDIA Unveil World’s First National AI Factory
Japan partners with NVIDIA to launch a 140 MW AI factory using Vera Rubin tech, advancing its $133B physical AI ambitions. (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 8:45:24 AM
Morocco signs historic deal with Israel to deploy troops in Gaza under Abraham Accords framework
Morocco's troop deployment in Gaza underlines a shift in Arab-Israeli relations, potentially paving the way for broader regional military alliances. The post Morocco signs historic deal with Israel to deploy troops in Gaza under Abraham Accords framework appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/16/2026, 8:44:31 AM
IDF finds dead body tied to stretcher in southern Lebanon amid 2026 war
The discovery highlights ongoing tensions, potentially delaying Israeli withdrawal and impacting regional stability and market expectations. The post IDF finds dead body tied to stretcher in southern Lebanon amid 2026 war appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/16/2026, 8:44:29 AM
UNI Price Prediction: Overbought at the 200 SMA — Fade the Rally Before Loading the Real Trade
UNI is pressing against its 200-day moving average at $3.69 with RSI deep in overbought territory and MACD momentum completely flatlined — a short-term pullback to $3.49–$3.58 is the higher-probabi... (Read More)
By N/A 7/16/2026, 8:43:03 AM