Month: May 2026

The shift to stablecoins for illicit activities may lead to increased regulatory scrutiny, impacting the broader crypto ecosystem and market dynamics. The post River reports criminals prefer stablecoins over Bitcoin as illicit crypto use shifts dramatically appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

The US’s AI chip sales block to China could shift global AI power dynamics, impacting semiconductor markets and decentralized GPU networks. The post US moves to block advanced AI chip sales to Chinese entities appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Hong Kong’s regulatory advancements in digital assets could significantly enhance market liquidity and investor protection, fostering global adoption. The post Hong Kong expands digital asset ecosystem with tokenization push and $2B in government bonds appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

NYDIG, meanwhile, rejected the basis-trade theory, citing the large discount and the lack of an unusual spike in corresponding CME bitcoin futures volume....

Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) price slipped into a bear market in May as it retreated from $2,470 to $2,000. This retreat may continue further in June as it formed an inverted cup-and-handle pattern, and as Wall Street investors continue dumping their ETF holdings. Ethereum Price at Risk as ETH ETF...

The escalation risks destabilizing regional security, complicating US-Iran talks, and impacting financial systems amid ongoing tensions. The post Israel expands military operations into Lebanon against Hezbollah despite ceasefire appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

The IRGC’s support for athletes amid conflict highlights Iran’s entrenched militarization, impacting regional stability and sports diplomacy. The post IRGC congratulates athletes amid ongoing US-Israeli conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Four working weeks. That’s all the time left in June for the US Senate to move on the CLARITY Act before lawmakers head into recess — and the crypto industry is watching the clock. A Crowded Legislative Calendar Senate Majority Leader John Thune confirmed that the chamber’s reconciliation package...

Ivan breaks down why speed and low fees no longer differentiate a blockchain in 2025. Hyperliquid stands out not because it’s faster, but because it has real liquidity and actual trading volume behind it. Anyone can launch a chain in one click today. The bar has shifted from infrastructure...

Trump’s tougher Iran deal terms may prolong geopolitical tensions, complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting regional stability and markets. The post Trump toughens Iran deal terms, impacting US-Iran agreement odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing....