Wes Streeting challenges Keir Starmer for Labour leadership amid party tensions
Streeting’s challenge could intensify Labour’s internal strife, potentially reshaping its leadership and policy direction by 2026. The post Wes Streeting challenges Keir Starmer for Labour leadership amid party tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Elon Musk and Sam Altman face off in OpenAI lawsuit trial
The trial’s outcome could redefine nonprofit commitments in tech, impacting AI industry structures and investor confidence in mission-driven ventures. The post Elon Musk and Sam Altman face off in OpenAI lawsuit trial appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Upbit adds OriginTrail TRAC for trading in KRW, BTC, USDT markets starting May 18
Upbit’s TRAC listing enhances global trading efficiency, potentially boosting liquidity and investor interest in decentralized data solutions. The post Upbit adds OriginTrail TRAC for trading in KRW, BTC, USDT markets starting May 18 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
China commits to $17B in US agricultural purchases from 2026 to 2028
The deal could stabilize US agricultural markets, reduce trade tensions, and enhance economic ties, but execution risks remain significant. The post China commits to $17B in US agricultural purchases from 2026 to 2028 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Gaming Platform My Pet Hooligan Connects Token Debut to Series Finale

AMGI Studios recently announced the launch of its native token, HOOLI, for the My Pet Hooligan entertainment franchise, featuring an airdrop on May 18. Token Utility and Ecosystem Integration Transmedia entertainment franchise My Pet Hooligan recently announced plans to launch its native token, HOOLI, tying the debut to the 30th episode and finale of its […]
Bitcoin Price Extends Decline, Downside Pressure Builds Aggressively

Bitcoin price started a fresh decline below the $78,500 zone. BTC is consolidating and might struggle to stay above the $76,500 support. Bitcoin failed to stay above $78,500 and extended losses. The price is trading below $78,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $77,700 […]
Bitcoin, Ethereum See $65M Outflows as Capital Shifts to USDT
Large outflows continued to hit Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) over the past several hours, while capital rotated heavily into stablecoins—especially Tether (USDT)—and selectively into a handful of altcoins such as XRP (XRP) and Zcash (ZEC), underscoring a defensive, risk-managed posture across the crypto market. Data compiled by Cryptometer as of May 18 at 02:55 […]
Bitcoin Depot Files for Bankruptcy as Pressure Mounts on Crypto ATM Sector
Bitcoin Depot, once the largest Bitcoin ATM operator in the US, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday and pulled its entire kiosk network offline. The filing landed in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. Canadian entities will join the US proceedings, while other foreign units wind down under applicable […]
$660M Liquidated as Bitcoin Crashes on Trump-Iran Escalation Fears

The overall bearish trend that began following the rejection at $82,000 on Thursday evening worsened in the past 12 hours when another leg down drove BTC to a fresh multi-week low of $76,650 (on Bitstamp). The most evident reason for this was the new set of threats from US President Donald Trump toward Iran. Even […]
Iran conflict costs global firms $25B, impacts oil market stability
The Iran conflict exacerbates global economic instability, heightening energy market volatility and threatening future oil price surges. The post Iran conflict costs global firms $25B, impacts oil market stability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.