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Arkham’s new map links OFAC‑sanctioned Tron wallets to Iran’s central bank, putting Tehran’s alleged onchain reserves and counterparties in full public view.
Read full articleThe sanctions highlight the US's strategic focus on disrupting Iran's economic networks, potentially straining US-China relations further. The post US government sanctions three individuals, nine companies aiding Iranian oil shipments to China appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The post XRP Tops Upbit as South Korea Demand Surges Again appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. XRP Becomes Upbit’s Most Traded Asset as Korean Demand Surges Again Market analyst Xaif Crypto reports that XRP has surged to the top of Upbit’s 24-hour trading volume, South Korea’s largest crypto exchange, overtaking Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT. Therefore, this move underscores the unusually strong retail demand for XRP in Korea, a pattern that continues to distinguish the market on a global scale. While Bitcoin still dominates globally, South Korea’s crypto market has consistently followed a different rhythm. Driven largely by retail investors, the market has shown a strong and sustained preference for XRP. Its relatively low unit price compared to Bitcoin often gives it a psychological edge, making it feel more accessible to smaller traders seeking higher perceived upside and easier entry into the market. Beyond market sentiment, XRP’s fast settlement times and strong liquidity have
The post Dollar Hits One-Week High on Inflation, Iran Tensions, Trump-Xi Talks appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. US inflation hit 3.8% in April, above forecasts, wiping out all Fed rate cut hopes for 2026. Markets now price a 35% chance of a Fed rate hike in December rather than a cut. Iran ceasefire declared on life support by Trump as oil climbs once again. Three big things are hitting global markets at the same time right now. US inflation came in higher than expected, the Iran ceasefire is falling apart, and markets are bracing for a critical meeting between President Trump and China’s Xi Jinping in Beijing. The result is that the US dollar is getting stronger, Treasury yields are rising, and the chances of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates this year have essentially dropped to zero. The euro dropped to $1.1735. The British pound slipped to $1.3532. The dollar index, which measures the dollar against a basket of major currencies, held near 98.335, its strongest level in
Investors' quick return to emerging markets post-Iran conflict highlights resilience and the strategic advantage of buying geopolitical dips. The post Emerging market investors return to assets after Iran war shock, IIF data shows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially disrupting global energy markets and regional stability. The post Iran asserts control over Strait of Hormuz, barring US weapons passage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The conflict exacerbates global inflation risks, complicating monetary policy and increasing energy costs, impacting economies worldwide. The post US-Israeli conflict with Iran disrupts oil markets, Turkey hikes inflation forecast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The XRP Ledger has reached a new high in the number of wallets holding at least 10,000 XRP, according to on-chain analytics firm Santiment, extending a growth trend that has been in place since mid-2024. The firm framed the rise as a long-term accumulation signal among larger holders, even as XRP has spent much of 2026 trading below prior highs. Santiment said its data shows 332,230 XRP Ledger wallets now hold at least 10,000 XRP, marking an all-time high for that cohort. The metric, shown in a chart shared by Santiment Intelligence, tracks wallets in the “10,000 to infinity” XRP balance range alongside the XRP price. “According to our on-chain data, XRP Ledger now has reached an all-time high of 332,230 wallets holding at least 10K XRP,” Santiment wrote. “This extends a consistent growth trend that has been building since June, 2024. The continued rise in XRP Ledger wallets holding at least 10,000 XRP is an important long-term signal because it shows that larger holders have kept accu
The halt in Iran's crude exports due to US sanctions could exacerbate global oil market volatility and strain geopolitical relations. The post Iran halts crude exports as US sanctions impact Strait of Hormuz traffic appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
