Trump Opens Bitcoin Door as US Debt Blows Past $40 Trillion

Treasury Department figures and debt clock readings reported Aug. 19 put total public debt at a staggering $40.049 trillion. About $32.266 trillion sits with the public, while another $7.782 trillion is effectively Washington owing money to federal accounts, including trust funds. The tab has more than doubled from roughly $19.95 trillion when U.S. President Donald […]
Uber launches autonomous rides in Zagreb, its first in Europe

Uber’s European autonomous ride launch in Zagreb could accelerate AV adoption, influencing regulatory frameworks and urban mobility trends. The post Uber launches autonomous rides in Zagreb, its first in Europe appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
OKX restricts Claude use for Hong Kong employees, spends $6 million–$8 million monthly on AI models

OKX’s AI investment highlights the growing importance of AI in crypto, while regional restrictions may challenge Anthropic’s market positioning. The post OKX restricts Claude use for Hong Kong employees, spends $6 million–$8 million monthly on AI models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Big Tech set to spend $735B on AI data centers in 2026

The massive investment in AI data centers will reshape energy demands, impact local communities, and alter the digital asset landscape. The post Big Tech set to spend $735B on AI data centers in 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
JGB yield curve flattens as US Treasury yields rise, impacting Fed outlook

The flattening JGB curve and rising U.S. yields may prompt a more hawkish Fed stance, affecting global monetary policy and market stability. The post JGB yield curve flattens as US Treasury yields rise, impacting Fed outlook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Trump urges Congress to enhance cryptocurrency legitimacy with new legislation

Trump’s push for crypto legislation could reshape U.S. financial systems, influencing market dynamics and regulatory approaches globally. The post Trump urges Congress to enhance cryptocurrency legitimacy with new legislation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin tops $70,000 as $3 billion in leveraged bets get wiped out

The event underscores the volatility and risks of high leverage in crypto markets, highlighting the need for cautious trading strategies. The post Bitcoin tops $70,000 as $3 billion in leveraged bets get wiped out appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Chart of the Day – Is It Time to Buy Bitcoin?

Veteran technical analyst Dave the Wave posted a Bitcoin chart to X with a characteristically restrained caption: “Yeah baby…” Yeah baby… pic.twitter.com/cBWpPu5mPN — dave the wave (@davthewave) August 19, 2026 The chart shows Bitcoin surging into a descending resistance line that has capped the market since its October 2025 peak near $126,000. At the […]
OpenAI addresses registration and login disruptions on ChatGPT.com

Frequent login disruptions may undermine user trust and impact OpenAI’s competitive edge in the rapidly evolving AI market. The post OpenAI addresses registration and login disruptions on ChatGPT.com appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Starlink applies for approval to operate direct-to-device satellite network in India

Starlink’s push for D2D satellite services in India could disrupt telecom markets, highlighting regulatory challenges and competitive tensions. The post Starlink applies for approval to operate direct-to-device satellite network in India appeared first on Crypto Briefing.