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US Treasury seizes nearly $500M in Iranian crypto as Bessent touts ‘Operation Economic Fury’The aggressive US crackdown on Iranian crypto assets highlights the vulnerability of digital currencies to centralized regulatory actions. The post US Treasury seizes nearly $500M in Iranian crypto as Bessent touts ‘Operation Economic Fury’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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‘The banks will not accept it’: Dimon escalates battle over stablecoin rewards in CLARITY Act debateJPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon criticized Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and warned the current CLARITY Act framework could ultimately fail, as banks and crypto firms clash over whether stablecoin issuers should be allowed to offer yield-bearing rewards that resemble bank deposits.
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US has seized nearly $1 billion in crypto from Iran, Bessent saysEarlier this year, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. had seized "nearly $500 million" in Iranian crypto assets.
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Middle East conflict strains energy supplies, impacting crude oil pricesGlobal energy markets face volatility, with poorer nations at risk due to heightened geopolitical tensions and potential supply disruptions. The post Middle East conflict strains energy supplies, impacting crude oil prices appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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US and Iran nearing memorandum of understanding to extend ceasefireThe nearing US-Iran MOU could stabilize regional tensions, fostering diplomatic progress and impacting global markets and geopolitical dynamics. The post US and Iran nearing memorandum of understanding to extend ceasefire appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Bitcoin Could Enter Freefall If This Level Cracks: AnalystBitcoin has bounced back from the $70,000 zone multiple times in 2026, but analysts are warning that the next test of that level could end differently. A Line That Has Held Since 2017 The lower boundary of a rising wedge pattern — a trendline that first appeared as support in mid-2017 — has absorbed several sharp drops over the years. Bitcoin touched it during the FTX-driven crash of November 2022, when prices fell to $15,400, and the line held. It held again three times in the opening months of 2026, at $60,000 in February, then at $64,900 and $65,000 in March and April. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s 4-Year Rhythm Is Still Playing Out, Says Crypto CEO Crypto market commentator MichaelXBT brought renewed attention to the pattern after Bitcoin dropped below $74,000 for the first time in over a month. Based on his chart analysis, the support trendline now sits around the $70,000 mark, and a confirmed break below it would be historically significant. Bitcoin 10-Year Wedge Support: $70k If that level breaks, bears will be handsomely rewarded. It will ignite the largest red weekly candle Bitcoin has seen in years. History will be made. pic.twitter.com/0HqImRTD4s — Crypto Michael (@MichaelXBT) May 27, 2026 “If that level breaks, bears will be handsomely rewarded,” he said. What A Break Could Mean MichaelXBT says a breakdown would trigger the largest weekly red candle Bitcoin has seen in years. He stopped short of naming a price target or estimating how far a drop might extend, but his view is that the event would be a notable moment in the asset’s history. The wedge pattern at the center of his analysis is formed by two converging trendlines moving upward, with the lower one rising faster than the upper. When prices break below the lower line, the pattern is generally read as a sign that bullish momentum has run out. Not Everyone Sees Collapse Coming Michaël van de Poppe, a veteran crypto market analyst, pushed back on the more bearish readings. He described what markets are going through as a standard end-of-month correction, driven largely by asset managers rebalancing their portfolios. Related Reading: Unknown Wallet Destroys $8.5 Million In Bitcoin In Shocking Burn Bitcoin faced rejection at $77,000, he said, and the pullback that followed fits a familiar pattern rather than a breakdown signal. Van de Poppe acknowledged that if Bitcoin fails to hold his key support area, prices could slide toward the lower range of the $60,000s. But he was direct in saying current weakness alone is not enough to call a new low. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView
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Micron's Best Month Since 1985 Powers A 9-Week S&P 500 Rally: This Week On Wall StreetThe AI bull market accelerated in May as Dell, Micron and Snowflake surged, lifting U.S. stocks to record highs and extending a historic S&P 500 winning streak.
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JPMorgan CEO Goes Nuclear On CLARITY Act, Calling Coinbase’s Armstrong ‘Full Of S-t’As lawmakers advance the crypto bill closer to completion, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon attacked Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and criticized the CLARITY Act on Friday. Dimon Predicts Clash Over CLARITY Act Speaking at the Reagan National Economic Forum, Dimon said banks “will not accept” the CLARITY Act in its current form. He also suggested that efforts by crypto proponents are unlikely to produce a broad consensus with traditional financial institutions. “It will be fought. No one’s gonna bow down to this guy, or that company,” Dimon said, referring to the act and Armstrong. Dimon continued: “He’s the only one, and he’s spending hundreds of millions of dollars in Washington on this thing… He’s full of shit.” Related Reading: Treasury Secretary Urges CLARITY Act Passage, Saying The US Should Be Home For Crypto As reported by NewsBTC on Thursday, the bill advanced in the Senate earlier this month. The Senate Banking Committee approved its portion, building on earlier progress from January, when the Agriculture Committee successfully voted on its version of the legislation. After a full Senate vote, lawmakers would need to complete the reconciliation steps required to finalize the measure and then secure agreement between the House and the Senate. Only after those steps would the final text move to the president for consideration. Yield And Compliance Provisions Concerns Dimon argued that the bill contains fundamental problems. He said the legislation would allow banks to earn interest on deposits, stablecoins, or related instruments “without the protection they should have,” and he also contended that it fails to address anti-money laundering (AML) and Bank Secrecy Act requirements sufficiently. “It allows them to effectively pay interest on deposits, stablecoins, or something like that, without the protection they should have. And it does not do anything for AML/BSA,” Dimon said. Related Reading: Ethereum (ETH) Drops Below $2,000—Why Standard Chartered Still Expects $40,000 By 2030 The executive further emphasized that the pushback would not be limited to a single type of institution or one segment of the industry. He said banks of different sizes would oppose the CLARITY Act as currently written, arguing that unity spans both large and smaller players. “The banks will not accept it that way,” Dimon said. “The ABA [American Bankers Association], the small banks, the credit unions. It’s not just the big guys.” Featured image from CNBC; chart from TradingView.com
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MicroStrategy Moves $30 Million in BTC to Coinbase Prime: Is the Bitcoin Sell-Off Already Here?Strategy (formerly known as MicroStrategy), the largest corporate Bitcoin holder, has deposited 411.48 BTC worth roughly $30.3 million dollars into Coinbase Prime, sparking intense speculation about a potential sell-off across the crypto market. We break down what happened, what prediction markets now expect, and why the move matters for Bitcoin investors. What Strategy Just Did The post MicroStrategy Moves $30 Million in BTC to Coinbase Prime: Is the Bitcoin Sell-Off Already Here? appeared first on BeInCrypto .
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Circle launches Arc blockchain to power the agentic economy with programmable real-time railsArc's development could revolutionize financial systems by enabling AI-driven microtransactions, potentially reshaping global economic interactions. The post Circle launches Arc blockchain to power the agentic economy with programmable real-time rails appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Tuttle Capital Launches Photonics ETF To Target AI Infrastructure's Next Big BottleneckThe FOTO ETF targets photonics stocks poised to benefit from the AI infrastructure boom and hyperscaler data center spending.
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Microsoft builds super app integrating Copilot AI tools and chat into one platformMicrosoft's super app could significantly boost Copilot adoption, impacting revenue and competitive positioning in the AI market. The post Microsoft builds super app integrating Copilot AI tools and chat into one platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon criticizes Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, opposes Clarity ActThe Dimon-Armstrong clash highlights traditional finance's influence in shaping crypto regulation, impacting stablecoin reward structures. The post JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon criticizes Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, opposes Clarity Act appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Institutions Don't Need More Tokenized Commodities--They Need Better VerificationTokenized commodities verification is the gap holding institutional capital back. Here is what the emerging stack looks like for gold, precious metals, and critical minerals.
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Iran rejects Trump’s terms for lifting Hormuz blockade amid nuclear tensionsIran's rejection of terms underscores ongoing diplomatic challenges, potentially escalating tensions and impacting global economic stability. The post Iran rejects Trump’s terms for lifting Hormuz blockade amid nuclear tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Oil prices tumble over 20% in May, marking worst month since 2020The oil price drop highlights ongoing geopolitical instability and infrastructure challenges, impacting energy markets and investor strategies. The post Oil prices tumble over 20% in May, marking worst month since 2020 appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Bank of England governor warns ceasefire would create uncertainty, not rate cutsThe BoE's stance highlights the complex interplay between geopolitical events and economic policy, emphasizing caution amid global uncertainties. The post Bank of England governor warns ceasefire would create uncertainty, not rate cuts appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Federal Reserve’s Daly cites regulatory barriers to AI-driven productivity growthRegulatory hurdles may stifle AI's potential, impacting economic growth forecasts and creating challenges for startups in a fragmented landscape. The post Federal Reserve’s Daly cites regulatory barriers to AI-driven productivity growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Trump to decide imminently on Iran deal, demands Strait of Hormuz openingTrump's decision on the Iran deal could stabilize global markets, reduce inflation fears, and influence Federal Reserve policies. The post Trump to decide imminently on Iran deal, demands Strait of Hormuz opening appeared first on Crypto Briefing .