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# bitcoin price is stuck in a rut even though today’s cpi report showed a drop in us inflation.

The world’s largest DAT plans to convert $6 billion in bond debt to equity, claiming that it could survive an 88% Bitcoin crash.

#regulation

Russia's growing crypto market, driven by sanctions, may reshape financial oversight and influence global regulatory trends.
The post Russia records $647M in daily crypto transactions, says deputy finance minister appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#ai agents

Steinberger's expertise could accelerate OpenAI's development of advanced personal assistants, potentially reshaping user interaction paradigms.
The post OpenClaw creator Peter Steinberger joins OpenAI to advance personal AI agents appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#ethereum #eth #ethbtc #ethusd #ethusdt

Ethereum price started a fresh decline and traded below $2,000. ETH is now consolidating and remains at risk of another decline below $1,940. Ethereum struggled to extend gains above $2,050 and corrected lower. The price is trading below $2,000 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $2,035 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,000 zone. Ethereum Price Dips Again Ethereum price failed to stay above $2,050 and started a fresh decline, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded below the $2,040 and $2,020 levels to enter a bearish zone. The pair dipped below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1,895 swing low to the $2,106 high. Besides, there was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $2,035 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. The bears even pushed the price toward the $1,950 support. Ethereum price is now trading below $1,980 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $1,920, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $1,980 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,000 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,025 level. A clear move above the $2,025 resistance might send the price toward the $2,045 resistance. An upside break above the $2,045 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,120 resistance zone or even $2,150 in the near term. More Losses In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,000 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $1,945 level. The first major support sits near the $1,930 zone or the 83.2% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1,895 swing low to the $2,106 high. A clear move below the $1,930 support might push the price toward the $1,880 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $1,820 region. The main support could be $1,780. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $1,930 Major Resistance Level – $2,000

#artificial intelligence

Studios are escalating pressure on AI developers, as new tools aim to document whether generative models are trained on copyrighted material.

#bitcoin #bitcoin price #btc #btcusd #btcusdt #xbtusd

Bitcoin price failed to stay above $70,000 and started another decline. BTC is now trading below $68,800 and might extend losses in the near term. Bitcoin is slowly moving lower below $69,500 and $69,200. The price is trading near $68,400 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $69,500 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might dip again if it trades below the $68,400 and $68,000 levels. Bitcoin Price Dips Again Bitcoin price failed to remain stable above the $70,000 zone. BTC started a fresh decline and traded below the $69,200 support zone. There was a push below $69,000. The price dipped below the 38.2% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $65,072 swing low to the $70,935 high. Besides, there was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $69,500 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. Bitcoin is now trading near $68,400 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. If the price remains stable above $68,000, it could attempt a fresh increase. Immediate resistance is near the $68,800 level. The first key resistance is near the $69,500 level. A close above the $69,500 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $70,000 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $70,500 level. The next barrier for the bulls could be $72,000 and $72,500. More Losses In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $69,500 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Immediate support is near the $68,200 level. The first major support is near the $68,000 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $65,072 swing low to the $70,935 high. The next support is now near the $67,350 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $67,350 support in the near term. The main support now sits at $66,500, below which BTC might struggle to recover in the near term. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now gaining pace in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $68,000, followed by $66,500. Major Resistance Levels – $69,500 and $70,000.

Grayscale joins Bitwise in filing to launch a standalone Aave product in the US, betting that Wall Street has retained its appetite for altcoins.

The $940 billion asset manager will collaborate on DeFi lending infrastructure and could acquire up to 90 million MORPHO tokens. 

Blockstream's Adam Back said BIP-110 could be used to freeze user funds, but the proposal’s creator argues there are safeguards in place to prevent it.

#podcast #podcast notes #bell curve

Coinbase's recent actions led to a significant freeze in market momentum. Despite initial panic, the market is expected to recover. Elizabeth Warren's proposed amendments undermine the bill's purpose.
The post Michael Anderson: Coinbase’s actions freeze market momentum, Elizabeth Warren’s amendments undermine legislation, and the impact of credit card interest rate caps | Bell Curve appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#podcast #podcast notes #acquired

Microsoft's transition from a consumer-focused company to an enterprise giant resulted in losing some consumer market strength. IBM was a dominant force in the early 1980s computing industry, overshadowing competitors. The licensing of Microsoft DOS is considered one of the greatest business deal...
The post Steve Ballmer: Microsoft’s DOS deal was the greatest business move ever | Acquired appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#podcast #podcast notes #20vc

Going public can provide significant advantages for companies in the payments industry. Timing the market for an IPO is challenging and may not be the best strategy. Novant defines its market differently, focusing on servicing all frequent travelers.
The post Ariel Cohen: Going public offers significant advantages for payments companies, the challenges of timing an IPO, and the importance of company culture in fintech | 20VC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#podcast #podcast notes #forward guidance

Inflationary pressures may resemble those of the late 1990s and early 2000s. The US economy is experiencing rapid growth, potentially leading to significant fiscal stimulus. Tax collections are a reliable economic indicator, surpassing traditional labor market surveys.
The post Vincent Deluard: Inflationary pressures mirror the late 90s, the gig economy’s tax impact is significant, and stocks may thrive amid fiscal stimulus | Forward Guidance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#podcast #podcast notes #epicenter

Fossil improves transaction inclusion guarantees by allowing validators to enforce transaction inclusion in Ethereum blocks. The design of Fossil aims to prevent MEV from compromising censorship resistance. MEV introduces a centralization force among validators, challenging decentralization.
The post Thomas Thiery: Fossil enhances transaction inclusion in Ethereum, MEV threatens decentralization, and upcoming changes will reshape block construction | Epicenter appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#podcast #podcast notes #lex fridman podcast

The evolution of film editing has seen a shift towards faster pacing to meet modern audience expectations. "Goodfellas" had a significant impact on cinema in the late '80s and early '90s, influencing subsequent films and television. The "Absurdiverse" project is an innovative blend of open-world ...
The post Dan Houser: “Goodfellas” revolutionized cinema and storytelling | Lex Fridman Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#podcast #the wolf of all streets #podcast notes

The relationship between USDT and Bitcoin prices can create misleading market perceptions. Bitcoin might experience a swift reversal that could surprise investors. Selling Bitcoin at current levels is considered unwise due to strong support.
The post Scott Melker: Bitcoin’s swift reversal could shock investors | The Wolf Of All Streets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Transparency, which is a hallmark feature of most cryptocurrencies, is likely one of the biggest hurdles to mass adoption, the Binance founder said.

#podcast #podcast notes #the peter mccormack show

Content creators face a constant struggle between maintaining authenticity and catering to audience preferences. Algorithms on platforms like YouTube can pressure creators to focus on popular topics, potentially at the cost of personal interests. The influence of algorithms can lead to echo chamb...
The post Andrew Gold: Content creators struggle with authenticity vs. audience demands, the algorithm’s role in shaping discourse, and the challenges of ideological extremism | The Peter McCormack Show appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#finance #news #defi #apollo global management #morpho protocol

The asset manager overseeing more than $900 billion assets may buy up to 90 million MORPHO tokens as part of a partnership to support DeFi credit market, it said.

#podcast #podcast notes #the pomp podcast

The political process has positively impacted Bitcoin by replacing ineffective regulators and halting detrimental policies. Traditional financial institutions require regulatory clarity more urgently than crypto builders to invest significantly in the sector. The current reliance on courts for re...
The post Chris Giancarlo: Legislative clarity is vital for crypto’s future | The Pomp Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#podcast #podcast notes #macro musings with david beckworth

The Australian dollar is currently trading away from its fundamental value, indicating potential misalignment with economic indicators. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) targets a flexible inflation range of 2% to 3% to manage consumer price stability. Australia's unique economic conditions dur...
The post Laurence Bristow: The Australian dollar’s significant misalignment with fundamentals, RBA’s flexible inflation targeting between 2% to 3%, and the shift to a demand-driven reserve system | Macro Musings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#podcast #podcast notes #macro voices

Political influence on the Fed could lead to significant policy errors. The Fed may cut rates more aggressively than currently anticipated. Forecasts should be prioritized over current data for better inflation management.
The post David Rosenberg: Fed rate cuts coming sooner than expected | Macro Voices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#artificial intelligence

Peter Steinberger's open-source AI agent OpenClaw hit 180,000 GitHub stars and spawned MoltBook chaos. Now Meta and OpenAI want to buy it, but he's determined to keep it free.

#podcast #podcast notes #a16z live

Payroll is a major pain point for small businesses, often leading to frustration among owners. Effective payroll management can unlock valuable employee data for solving broader business challenges. Selecting the right initial customers is crucial for long-term success and word-of-mouth growth.
The post Tomer London: Payroll is a major pain point for small businesses, selecting the right initial customers drives growth, and building trust is essential for mission-critical software | a16z Live appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#polymarket #options #analysis #cboe #derivatives #prediction markets #kalshi #featured #in focus #all-or-nothing options #binary options

Cboe wants to bring back all-or-nothing options, a contract that pays a fixed amount if a condition is met and pays zero if it isn't. While that might sound like a small product refresh, the timing makes it hard to ignore. Prediction markets have trained a new retail reflex: turn a belief into a number […]
The post Wall Street is desperate to copy crypto’s prediction markets as Cboe files for “Yes/No” options appeared first on CryptoSlate.

#policy #legal #lawsuits #bitboy-crypto

The ruling stems from posts Armstrong made in March 2025 falsely accusing O'Leary of murder in connection with a 2019 boating accident.

#podcast #podcast notes #odd lots

Market dynamics are influenced by numerous macro factors and consensus positions. Low volatility is crucial for the development of smooth market trends. Secular growth mega-cap tech stocks dominate a significant portion of the market.
The post Charlie McElligott: Bitcoin’s hedge status is under fire amid market shifts | Odd Lots appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

#news #policy #newsletters #state of crypto #consensus hong kong 2026

Several leaders in Hong Kong announced efforts to advance the region's regulatory environment.

#bitcoin #price analysis

Bitcoin price is heading into the new week sitting right below key psychological levels, but buyers don’t look fully in control yet. Bitcoin has tested the $70,000 mark several times, only to face steady selling each time it tries to push higher. The momentum is there, but the follow-through has been weak, making a clean …

The purchase will mark week 12 of consecutive buys by Strategy, which continues accumulating BTC despite a sharp decline in the company's stock price.