Month: August 2026

Grayscale Research argues Zcash could capture Bitcoin market share via privacy features, launching the first US spot ZEC ETF on NYSE Arca. The post Grayscale Research sees Zcash capturing Bitcoin market share as privacy demand surges appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Synopsys’ strategic alliances and acquisitions are revolutionizing chip design, potentially setting new industry standards and accelerating innovation. The post Synopsys posts 42% revenue jump as Nvidia partnership reshapes chip design appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Moonwell has halted new borrowing across its Core Markets on Base after an apparent MAMO collateral price manipulation exploit drained about $8.7 million from the decentralized lending protocol. Moonwell said in an Aug. 27 post on X that it was…...

The integration of gold-backed credit into DeFi could enhance asset diversification and stability, but it also introduces complex risk layers. The post Touchstone joins Morpho as curator for gold-backed credit markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Dune’s shift to view-only access for free users may hinder independent research and small projects, emphasizing the cost of data analytics. The post Dune updates free plan to view-only access, cites high costs appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

RQD* Clearing’s funding signals a pivotal shift towards mainstream adoption of tokenized markets, enhancing global digital asset infrastructure. The post RQD* Clearing raises $74M to build the plumbing for tokenized markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Erosion of Fed independence could lead to higher inflation, impacting interest rates and financial markets, underscoring the 1951 accord’s importance. The post Cleveland Fed President Hammack emphasizes Fed’s independence from Treasury appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Cardano’s integration of a Lightning payment system could enhance blockchain interoperability, potentially revolutionizing cross-chain transactions. The post Cardano reveals Bitcoin Lightning payment channel system in developer session appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Ripple Prime has launched a Delta One business that lets institutional clients trade total return swaps tied to U.S.-listed equities, indexes and digital assets through its multi-asset prime brokerage platform. Ripple said Thursday that the service is live for hedge…...

A higher neutral rate could lead to tighter monetary policy, impacting borrowing costs, equity valuations, and global economic dynamics. The post Federal Reserve’s Hammack projects higher neutral rate than peers, pushing for hawkish policy shift appeared first on Crypto Briefing....