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XRP Price Loses Ground As Bearish Pressure Quietly Builds

XRP price started a downside correction below the $1.3420 zone. The price is now showing bearish signs and might decline further below $1.3150. XRP price started a downside correction after it failed to stay above the $1.3450 zone. The price is now trading above $1.3150 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a declining channel forming with resistance at $1.3380 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could continue to move down if it stays below $1.3420. XRP Price Dips Below Support XRP price struggled to stay above $1.3520 and started a fresh d

1 Jun 2026 BITCOIN ETHEREUM RIPPLE

Ethereum Price Slide May Not Be Over Yet—More Losses Loom

Ethereum price started a fresh decline and traded below $2,000. ETH is now consolidating near $2,000 and might continue to move down. Ethereum remained in a bearish zone after a fresh decline below $2,010. The price is trading below $2,010 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $2,015 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could continue to move down if it stays below the $2,050 zone. Ethereum Price Remains At Risk of More Downside Ethereum price failed to remain stable above $2,040 and started a fresh dec

1 Jun 2026 BITCOIN ETHEREUM NEAR

UK treats crypto network like a sanctioned bank after claims it processed $90B for Russia

Western governments spent three years building what they believed was an airtight financial blockade around Russia, severing its banks from SWIFT, freezing sovereign reserves, and barring major institutions from clearing dollar transactions. And according to British authorities, Russia may have spent much of that same period engineering an alternative financial system designed to circumvent it […] The post UK treats crypto network like a sanctioned bank after claims it processed $90B for Russia appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Cardano Foundation cancels 2026 summit after treasury funding vote falls just short

The measure needed two-thirds support but got only 65%, even after late endorsements from Cardano's founder and the Foundation CEO.

31 May 2026 CARDANO

How a disputed $1 billion claim became a powerful weapon against prediction markets

On the American Gaming Association's website, a counter has been climbing for months, tallying what the casino-and-sportsbook lobby says states and tribes have lost to prediction markets. On Thursday, it rolled past $1 billion, and the AGA moved fast to make a headline out of it, with President Bill Miller going on CNBC to warn […] The post How a disputed $1 billion claim became a powerful weapon against prediction markets appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Naval mine discovery heightens US-Iran tensions in Strait of Hormuz

Heightened US-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to prolonged maritime disruptions, impacting global oil supply stability. The post Naval mine discovery heightens US-Iran tensions in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US warns Iran of military action if peace plan conditions rejected

The US warning to Iran heightens regional tensions, potentially derailing diplomatic efforts and increasing the risk of military conflict. The post US warns Iran of military action if peace plan conditions rejected appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Goldman warns of potential supply shock amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions

Geopolitical tensions at the Strait of Hormuz could trigger global energy supply chain disruptions, impacting prices and consumption patterns. The post Goldman warns of potential supply shock amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Rosatom reports Ukrainian drone strike on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Escalating attacks on Zaporizhzhia risk nuclear safety, highlighting urgent need for international intervention to prevent a potential crisis. The post Rosatom reports Ukrainian drone strike on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Florida Candidate Liquidates $800K in Bitcoin to Bankroll Congressional Bid

A Republican candidate jockeying to represent Florida’s 22nd Congressional District liquidated Bitcoin to help fuel his political bid.

30 May 2026 BITCOIN

Nvidia and Microsoft to debut first Windows PCs powered by Nvidia chips next week

Nvidia's entry into Windows PCs with Arm-based chips signals a shift towards AI-optimized computing, potentially reshaping the PC market landscape. The post Nvidia and Microsoft to debut first Windows PCs powered by Nvidia chips next week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran advances control over Strait of Hormuz despite US warnings

Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz could escalate geopolitical tensions, impacting global oil markets and maritime navigation freedom. The post Iran advances control over Strait of Hormuz despite US warnings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin ATMs were crypto’s street-corner bank. Now regulators are shutting the door

Bitcoin ATMs were (and still are) the most tangible and literal implementation of crypto. They turned the process of buying and selling crypto from an abstract act done on a screen and moved it into the real world, enabling people to buy Bitcoin without verification, a bank account, or any real understanding of how custody […] The post Bitcoin ATMs were crypto’s street-corner bank. Now regulators are shutting the door appeared first on CryptoSlate.

30 May 2026 BITCOIN

S&P 500 Momentum Index gains 32% in record two-month surge driven by AI stocks

The surge highlights the risks of concentrated bets and reflexivity in momentum strategies, potentially leading to increased market volatility. The post S&P 500 Momentum Index gains 32% in record two-month surge driven by AI stocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

S&P 500 Momentum Index posts record 32% gain over two months as reversal warnings mount

The record surge in the S&P 500 Momentum Index may signal a short-lived peak, urging caution amid heightened market volatility and risk. The post S&P 500 Momentum Index posts record 32% gain over two months as reversal warnings mount appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Crypto walked so banks could run

The following is a guest post and opinion from Ben Nadareski, Co-founder & CEO of Solstice . Institutions were never going to arrive in crypto the way crypto wanted them to. No stampede into governance tokens. No CFO proudly announcing that idle treasury had been rotated into volatile assets. No pension fund committee suddenly speaking […] The post Crypto walked so banks could run appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Strait of Hormuz oil exports unlikely to return to prewar levels amid tensions

Geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz may lead to sustained higher oil prices, impacting global energy markets and economic stability. The post Strait of Hormuz oil exports unlikely to return to prewar levels amid tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin ETFs Register $4 Billion Outflows In 3 Weeks – Why This Is A Bullish Signal

Following its bullish performance at the start of Q2 2026, the Bitcoin spot ETFs market has slumped into negative momentum in recent weeks, in line with the broader price correction. Data from ETF tracker shows that total net outflows for May stand at $2.30 billion, representing the largest negative performance since November 2025. However, a trend analysis by blockchain research firm Santiment reveals the recent market exit represents a similar market build-up for a bullish price breakout. In an X post on May 29, Santiment reports that total Bitcoin ETF outflows since May 7 have reached appro

30 May 2026 BITCOIN OPTIMISM

US maintains control over Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions, says Hegseth

The U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions may prolong global energy supply uncertainties and impact maritime trade dynamics. The post US maintains control over Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions, says Hegseth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Israeli forces cross Litani River, escalating tensions with Hezbollah

The escalation may hinder peace prospects, increase regional instability, and potentially draw international intervention to mediate tensions. The post Israeli forces cross Litani River, escalating tensions with Hezbollah appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran’s army downs Israeli Orbiter drone over southern Iran amid ceasefire talks

Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could destabilize global oil markets, undermining diplomatic efforts and impacting global economies. The post Iran’s army downs Israeli Orbiter drone over southern Iran amid ceasefire talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

How Bitcoin will price Trump’s claim that Hormuz could reopen this weekend

Bitcoin briefly recovered the $74,000 zone on May 29, absorbing a geopolitical signal that oil futures, ETF desks, and US equity traders won't fully process until Monday. President Donald Trump said he would make a “final determination” on an Iran deal that would require the Strait of Hormuz to reopen for unrestricted traffic, with mines […] The post How Bitcoin will price Trump’s claim that Hormuz could reopen this weekend appeared first on CryptoSlate.

30 May 2026 BITCOIN

US maintains hardline stance on Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions

The US's firm stance on the Strait of Hormuz may prolong geopolitical tensions, impacting global oil trade and diplomatic relations. The post US maintains hardline stance on Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iranian parliament set to approve bill asserting sovereignty over Strait of Hormuz

Iran's legal control over the Strait of Hormuz could escalate geopolitical tensions, impact global oil prices, and boost crypto's role in trade. The post Iranian parliament set to approve bill asserting sovereignty over Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.