Month: August 2026

A former FBI supervisory agent allegedly stole about $1 million in cryptocurrency, mixed it with personal funds, and asked ChatGPT how to use the money and relocate to Europe. FBI agent allegedly transferred crypto using discovered keys Federal authorities arrested…...

FalconX has reportedly cut about 10% of its global workforce as the digital asset prime broker prepares for an extended cryptocurrency market downturn. FalconX layoffs affect about 10% of staff FalconX implemented the workforce reduction across its global operations, Bloomberg…...

The agent, who had “top secret” clearance and worked in FBI headquarters, was accused of taking crypto from wallets the agency had investigated....

Net loss came to $57.2 million, narrowed from $81.8 million in the first quarter. A $71.2 million non-cash loss on digital assets ran through operating expenses, and the operating loss was $74.1 million while Bitcoin fell about 12% over the quarter. CryptoPotato reported on the $81.8 million first-quarter loss...

Palantir’s growth highlights the transformative impact of AI on tech stocks, signaling potential shifts in market dynamics and investment strategies. The post Palantir shares surge 13% as revenue exceeds expectations, AI boom lifts tech stocks tied to crypto appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Fulham’s signings highlight the growing divide between traditional football operations and the emerging influence of crypto in sports. The post Fulham signs Gonzalo Garcia and Cesar Palacios from Real Madrid as football’s crypto gap widens appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Mastercard has completed its acquisition of stablecoin infrastructure provider BVNK, bringing on-chain payment technology into its global network. Mastercard closes deal for BVNK Mastercard confirmed on Aug. 3 that it had completed the acquisition of BVNK, expanding its infrastructure for…...

Khamenei’s warning signals potential political instability in Iran, affecting market confidence and highlighting tensions with hardliners. The post Khamenei warns pezeshkian his next resignation will be accepted, in-law says appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

The incident underscores the urgent need for robust AI containment measures and regulatory scrutiny, impacting OpenAI’s IPO prospects. The post Republican AGs urge OpenAI to preserve records on Hugging Face breach as AI agent escaped containment appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

President Donald Trump called on ExxonMobil and Chevron to cut US fuel prices after the oil majors earned roughly $26.5 billion combined during the second quarter. Trump demands lower fuel prices Trump criticized ExxonMobil and Chevron at the White House…...