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XRP vs Stablecoins in 2026: USDT Hits $182.98 Billion, USDC Tops $71.96 Billion Can XRP Compete?
As of August 18, 2026, stablecoins continue to account for a large share of crypto’s dollar-based liquidity. USDT is near $183 billion, while USDC is around $72 billion in market value. XRP, by comparison, trades near $1, with a market capitalisation of roughly $62 billion. Still, an XRP vs stablecoins comparison is not only about…
Four Pork Industry Figures Charged in $10M Cash Smuggling Scheme, August 18
Four pork industry figures charged with fraud and money laundering in Operation Ragamuffin. Police seized $3M cash and allege $10M in hidden sales and $30M in transported funds.
Trump Threatens to Bomb Oman as Iran Deal Expires August 18
Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it interferes with Iran negotiations as 60-day ceasefire expires. Strait of Hormuz remains closed, blocking 20% of world oil trade.
SK Hynix Becomes Kioxia’s De Facto Top Shareholder as Toshiba Exits
SK Hynix becomes Kioxia’s de facto top shareholder as Toshiba reduces its stake to 14.06% through seven stock sales. The Korean chipmaker holds convertible bonds that could grant it voting control.
Squishy Toys Spark Global Safety Crisis: Benzene, Burns, and Recalls on August 18
Squishy toy craze turns dangerous as authorities worldwide recall counterfeit versions containing benzene and causing severe burns. Thailand seized 20,000 units; UK and US issue warnings.
Gina Rinehart’s $1.4B SpaceX Bet Signals Billionaire Confidence in Musk
Gina Rinehart, Australia’s richest person, holds 8 million SpaceX shares worth $1.4 billion, making it her largest US investment. Her US portfolio surged from $3.3 billion to $5.7 billion in six months.
Hurricane Lala Skirts Hawaii’s Big Island, Leaves 165,000 Without Power on August 16
Tropical Storm Lala skirts Hawaii’s Big Island without direct landfall but dumps up to 1 meter of rain, damages 100+ homes, and leaves 165,000 without power. Schools closed statewide Monday.
Bitcoin Updates: Bitcoin Price Outlook as BTC Climbs 0.96% and Navigates Key Arc Levels
Bitcoin price rose 0.96% on August 17, 2026, with BTC moving back towards the $63,000 area as traders focused on nearby technical levels. Bitcoin traded around $63,500 during the session, while its range stood at roughly $62,680 to $63,660. The move follows several weeks of volatile trading below major resistance. BTC’s next move could depend…
Rinehart’s $1.4B SpaceX Stake Signals Billionaire Confidence in Musk’s Space Bet
Gina Rinehart holds 8 million SpaceX shares worth USD 1.4 billion, her largest US investment outside mining. SpaceX shares have recovered 35% this month after a sharp July decline.