Federal authorities shut down two online tools that Chinese government-backed hackers allegedly used to attack major U.S. agencies. The platforms helped the hackers find vulnerable devices and make their attacks appear to come from other locations. FBI Takes QScan and QTRouter Offline Federal authorities disabled two interconnected hacking platforms on Aug. 26 by seizing domains […]

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On Wednesday, Core Lightning maintainers said that several vulnerabilities were found in Core Lightning (CLN), Blockstream’s Lightning implementation. Reports further say artificial intelligence (AI)-based CVE reports disclosed the issues, and maintainers are telling node runners to install an upcoming emergency update when it becomes available. Core Lightning Maintainers Race to Deliver…

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Allied skepticism over mine-free claims heightens uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz, risking global economic stability and U.S.-Iran tensions. The post US allies question Trump’s claim of mine-free Strait of Hormuz, warn of threats appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Prediction market traders are throwing millions of dollars behind bitcoin price targets stretching from $50,000 to $150,000, and the money on the board shows just how divided the crowd remains over what comes next. At the same time, the equity, macro, and quantitative research firm Bernstein and analyst Gautam Chhugani envisions six-digit bitcoin prices coming […]

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The S&P 500 edged lower despite favorable results from NVIDIA, which comfortably beat the market’s expectations, while core PCE inflation held steady in July. The cash session had closed nearly flat hours earlier, at 7,675.70 points, ahead of the quarterly report. The S&P 500’s Cautious Path Into Earnings NVIDIA carries the single largest weight of The post S&P 500…

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Ondo Finance's rapid growth in tokenized assets highlights increasing global demand for accessible equity exposure, reshaping investment landscapes. The post ONDO Finance’s FXIon reaches 59K holders across blockchains appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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On Wednesday, the decentralized finance (DeFi) platform Defillama and the Web3 investment bank Forgd announced the launch of Universal Token Ratings, a rating system for digital assets similar to the evaluation framework used by the credit rating agencies Moody’s and Fitch. Universal Token Ratings Bring Wall Street-Style Grades to Crypto Over 100 tokens so far […]

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The attacks exacerbate US financial strain, necessitating increased congressional funding and potentially altering Middle East intelligence dynamics. The post Iranian attacks cause billions in damages to US intelligence sites across the Middle East appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Huang's AGI claim shifts focus to economic impact, sparking debate on redefining intelligence and its role in future tech-driven economies. The post Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang claims company has achieved AGI appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Chainalysis data puts crypto taxable activity at $457 billion in 2025, with only 14% visible under CARF reporting rules. The post Governments Can See Just 14% of the $457 Billion Crypto Tax appeared first on BeInCrypto .

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Rising corporate profits amid modest GDP growth may indicate economic imbalances, potentially leading to increased scrutiny on income distribution. The post US corporate profits rise nearly 10%, driving record profit margins not seen since the 1940s appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Nvidia's short-term guidance strategy mitigates risks from market volatility and geopolitical factors, offering flexibility and potential upside. The post Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says company has never issued earnings guidance a year in advance appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Over the last year, people have been urging the financial sector to prepare quantum readiness and this week, the U.S. Treasury published an announcement revealing a task force dedicated to post-quantum cryptography (PQC). Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent insisted that America’s economy must remain “strong, secure, and competitive” amid these technological advancements. Treasury Launches…

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Bitcoin’s struggle to maintain momentum, which has seen its price climb by more than 20% since Aug. 17, continued Wednesday as the cryptocurrency fluctuated between $77,000 and $79,000. Market data showed bitcoin appeared to lose momentum close to the $79,000 range, but saw growing buying pressure pull the price back toward $78,000. This price action […]

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Nvidia’s Q2 earnings topped expectations on August 26, with revenue of $96.2 billion beating the $92.2 billion Wall Street estimate. The chipmaker guided the current quarter to $108 billion. Nvidia (NVDA) stock erased an early dip to climb more than 4% in after-hours trading. The company more than doubled its sales from a year earlier. The post Nvidia Q2 Earnings Spark 4% NVDA Reversal,…

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The UK’s Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) says unlicensed operators could take up to $1.09 billion in Premier League wagers this season, rising to about $1.36 billion once a betting tax increase lands in April 2027. The trade body published no methodology and named no source for either figure. The researcher it cites elsewhere in […]

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As market sentiment improves, Bitcoin’s hashprice has risen significantly, bringing renewed activity to mining communities after a prolonged slowdown. Although higher cryptocurrency prices benefit the industry as a whole, experienced miners know that navigating market cycles requires more than accumulating mining rewards during downturns and selling into strength. A steady source of long-term…

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Revolut is rolling out EURR, its first euro-backed stablecoin, to customers in Denmark, Poland and Portugal before a wider European expansion. With more than 80 million customers globally, the fintech could give euro stablecoins one of their largest consumer distribution channels yet. Revolut Targets 80 Million Users With EURR Stablecoin Revolut is turning part of […]

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Founder Matthew Gould said the cost of taking web3 strings through ICANN was higher than what the company expected to recover in sales, six months after telling customers it would apply for all six of its original extensions.

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Independent OpenZeppelin review of TxFlow’s bridge contract marks another step in TxFlow’s approach to security as its L1, DEX, and builder ecosystem continue to develop. TxFlow announces the completion of an independent security audit by OpenZeppelin, one of the world’s most established blockchain security firms, trusted by major organizations and protocols including…

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The Coldcard crisis has also tested hardware wallet manufacturers’ abilities to deal with sharply increased sales, as instead of giving up on self-custody, many Bitcoiners rushed to new devices while wallet teams prepared for the new AI-powered (in)security reality. Of the 13 hardware wallet manufacturers Bitcoin.com News contacted for comment, Trezor, Bitbox, and Onekey confirmed […]

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BingX, the world’s leading multi-asset trading platform, today announced that its TradFi suite has surpassed 500 listed perpetual futures assets, further strengthening its position in multi-asset trading. The milestone gives eligible users access to an expanded range of stocks, commodities, indices, and forex markets alongside digital assets, all through a single trading platform. With…

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Polymarket is reportedly paying professional Brazilian Counter-Strike players between $20 and $500 to promote the prediction market on X. The post Polymarket Counter-Strike promos start at $20 per X post, report appeared first on Protos .

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The Coinbase CEO appeared on the Katie Miller Podcast and called California’s plan to tax billionaires an “unconstitutional asset seizure.” The post Coinbase and Brian Armstrong are threatening to leave California… again appeared first on Protos .

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