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Ripple Announces Distributed Funding Push for XRP Ledger in 2026: Will XRP Benefit?
Ripple is shifting XRPL funding to a distributed model starting in 2026, introducing new initiatives like XAO DAO and expanding academic and institutional support.
Bitcoin slides Friday as risk-off mood persists, but majors hold weekly gains
Bitcoin fell Friday amid a risk-off sentiment following Nvidia's earnings, though major altcoins retained weekly gains.
Block’s retreat to 2019 scale could be a hint of deeper shifts in payments economics
Block's downsizing may signal a fundamental shift in payments, as stablecoins threaten the traditional fee structure relied upon by fintech companies.
World Liberty Financial ties voting power to staking as USD1 supply tops $4.7 Billion
World Liberty Financial proposes staking WLFI for six months to gain voting rights, introducing tiers for large stakers.
February’s $8.72 Billion Options Expiry: Markets Price Fear, But Is the Pain Trade Next?
Over $8.72 billion in BTC and ETH options expire today, with markets showing easing fear but lacking conviction for a sustained rally.
SBI Holdings, Startale Group to issue first trust-based yen stablecoin JPYSC under Japan’s framework
SBI Holdings and Startale Group will launch JPYSC, the first trust bank-backed yen stablecoin in Japan, targeting institutional and cross-border use.
SBI Holdings unveils trust bank-backed JPY stablecoin with Q2 launch target
SBI Holdings and Startale Group are launching JPYSC, Japan's first trust bank-backed JPY stablecoin, targeting a Q2 launch.
Bitcoin Selling Pressure Eases But More Pain Likely Ahead
Analyst Willy Woo suggests Bitcoin's selling pressure is nearly exhausted, predicting months of sideways consolidation before a potential return to bullish momentum in 2027.
Ether May Be Priced In For Uncertainty: Analyst
An analyst suggests Ether's price has factored in near-term risks, predicting subdued sideways trading for the coming weeks.
Korea’s $1T Pension Fund Grew Its Bitcoin Bet — Then Crashed Harder
South Korea's NPS increased its MicroStrategy (MSTR) stake in Q4 2025 while Bitcoin fell, leading to significant paper losses across its crypto-stock portfolio.
Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Announces New Feature Set for Release Next Week as Funding Surpasses $20.65 Million
Mutuum Finance surpassed $20.65 million in funding and will release a new feature next week while testing on the Sepolia testnet.
Ransomware Attacks Rose 50% in 2025 According to Chainalysis Report
Ransomware incidents increased 50% in 2025, but total payments dropped 8% as attackers targeted smaller entities.
TeraWulf posts higher revenue, wider loss in 2025 as AI, HPC pivot accelerates
TeraWulf reported increased revenue but a larger loss in 2025 due to its strategic shift towards AI and HPC infrastructure.
Buterin Outlines Ethereum’s Quantum Resistance Roadmap
Vitalik Buterin proposed a four-part roadmap to make Ethereum quantum-resistant against future supercomputers.
Bitcoin Wallets Holding 100 BTC About To Hit 20K: Santiment
The number of Bitcoin wallets holding 100 BTC or more is nearing 20,000, which Santiment suggests is a bullish sign of wider distribution.
Anthropic Refuses Pentagon Ultimatum, Sets Precedent for Crypto
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei publicly rejected the Pentagon's demand for unrestricted military use of its AI, risking contract termination.
MARA’s AI Data Center Pivot: Starwood Partnership Targets 2.5 GW
MARA Holdings partnered with Starwood Capital to convert its mining sites into AI and cloud data centers targeting 2.5 GW capacity.
Jack Dorsey’s Block Announces 4,000 Job Cuts in AI Overhaul
Block, led by Jack Dorsey, is cutting over 4,000 jobs due to the rapid acceleration and integration of AI tools.
MARA swings to $1.7 billion Q4 loss on bitcoin markdown, shares jump 15% after Starwood AI deal
MARA reported a $1.7 billion Q4 loss due to bitcoin price declines, but shares rose 15% following a major AI data center joint venture with Starwood.
Twitter Co-Founder Jack Dorsey Cuts Over 4,000 Jobs at Block
Block, led by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, is laying off over 4,000 employees, reducing its workforce by nearly half due to AI advancements.
Bitcoin ETF Inflows Rise While Derivatives Markets Reflect Caution
Despite Bitcoin nearing $70K and ETF inflows, derivatives markets show caution due to risk aversion and security concerns.
Jack Dorsey says Block to cut over 40% of workforce as stock surges 25% after earnings
Block CEO Jack Dorsey announced plans to cut over 40% of the company's workforce following strong earnings results.
Paul Atkins Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins is confirmed to speak at Bitcoin 2026, marking a significant shift in regulatory relations.
Nvidia shares slide 5% as AI spending concerns overshadow earnings beat
Nvidia's stock fell 5% despite beating earnings estimates due to broader concerns about the sustainability of AI spending.
Block Inc slashes 40% of its staff as Jack Dorsey pushes ‘smaller, flatter’ AI strategy
Block Inc. is cutting nearly 4,000 jobs as Jack Dorsey implements a restructuring to become smaller, flatter, and AI-first.
U.S. regulator's GENIUS pitch puts dark cloud over crypto sector's stablecoin model
The OCC's proposed stablecoin rules, under the GENIUS Act framework, may limit third-party rewards, pressuring models like the Circle-Coinbase arrangement.
Bitcoin Miner MARA jumps 17% after striking a deal with Starwood to build AI data centers
Bitcoin miner MARA shares surged 17% following a partnership with Starwood to convert mining sites into AI data centers.
Circle shares tap $90 as Bernstein sees ‘clear divergence from crypto,’ Mizuho flags Polymarket boost
Circle shares briefly hit $90 after a Q4 earnings beat, driven by analyst optimism regarding crypto divergence and Polymarket activity.
Block (XYZ) Surges 25% After Slashing Workforce by Over 40% and Raising Profit Outlook
Block (XYZ) stock rose 25% after announcing a workforce reduction of over 40% and increased profit expectations.
US Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Protect Blockchain Devs from Prosecution
US lawmakers introduced the Promoting Innovation in Blockchain Development Act to shield software developers from prosecution if they lack control over users' crypto assets.
Ondo Finance's tokenized stock on Binance win Abu Dhabi regulatory approval
Abu Dhabi's ADGM approved trading of Ondo Finance's tokenized equities on Binance's regulated platform.
Ethereum price path to $10,000 now hinges on seven upgrades and a fragile ecosystem vote
Ethereum's potential $10,000 price target by 2029 depends on successfully implementing seven major upgrades outlined in the new 'Strawmap'.
Ether Hits $2.1K But Holding It Requires Two Factors
Ether reached $2,150, but maintaining above $2,100 requires positive market sentiment and overcoming technical resistance levels.
Nasdaq Files to List VanEck JitoSOL ETF Tied to Solana Liquid Staking
Nasdaq proposed listing the VanEck JitoSOL ETF, offering exposure to Solana's liquid staking token and its rewards.
The 11% Pi Coin Price Recovery Could Be Setting Up a New Low — Here Is How?
Pi Coin's 11% rebound may be a trap within a bearish inverted cup-and-handle pattern, despite strong retail buying.
JPMorgan Gives Bold Nvidia Stock Price Target, But Market’s Not Buying It
Despite record earnings, Nvidia's stock fell as technical indicators and decelerating growth suggest the market is skeptical of bullish price targets like JPMorgan's $265.
Grant Cardone plans to tokenize his firm's $5 billion real estate portfolio
Grant Cardone's firm, Cardone Capital, plans to tokenize its $5 billion real estate portfolio to enhance investor collateral and secondary market liquidity.
Lawmakers introduce bill to shield crypto developers after Tornado Cash prosecutions
Bipartisan lawmakers introduced a bill to shield noncustodial software developers from criminal liability under money transmission laws.
The Core Issue: libsecp256k1, Bitcoin’s Cryptographic Heart
libsecp256k1 is a crucial, high-quality, and performant C library handling Bitcoin's secp256k1 elliptic curve cryptography.
Ethereum news: The network is moving away from being a slow giant to become a high-speed 'internet of value' by 2029
Ethereum's draft 'Strawmap' outlines plans through 2029 to achieve near-instant finality, higher throughput, privacy, and quantum resistance.
US lawmakers revisit stablecoin yields amid deposit flight concerns
US lawmakers are debating stablecoin yields, concerned they may incentivize deposit flight from traditional banks.
Bitcoin Bull Market May Restart If $74.5K Is Broken
Bitcoin's potential bull market restart hinges on reclaiming the $74,500 realized price level for holders who bought 6 months to 2 years ago.
A new bipartisan bill wants to ensure the next century of tech is written in America
A bipartisan bill aims to protect blockchain developers from being unfairly targeted by criminal code, fostering innovation in America.
Bloomberg, Kaiko Bring Licensed Data to Tokenized Markets
Bloomberg and Kaiko are integrating licensed financial data directly onto blockchain environments to standardize data in tokenized markets.
Bitcoin Adoption Booms While Bear Market Deepens: Watch These Signals
Despite recent price consolidation, key Bitcoin adoption metrics from ETFs, whales, miners, and corporate treasuries offer diverging signals on underlying capital commitment.
MicroStrategy’s Latest Bitcoin Buy Triggers New Worries For MSTR Stock Price
Despite a $40 million Bitcoin purchase, MicroStrategy's stock price continues to slide, raising concerns about institutional support.
XRPL could capture billions in machine payments but only if AI agents choose RLUSD
Ripple's investment in t54 Labs signals a push for XRPL to become the trust layer for machine-to-machine payments, contingent on AI agents adopting RLUSD.
Polymarket User Gains $400K Betting on ZachXBT Investigation
A Polymarket user profited approximately $400,000 by correctly betting on ZachXBT's investigation targeting an Axiom employee for insider trading.
The Daily: ZachXBT probe alleges insider trading at Axiom, Vitalik’s February ETH sales hit $35M, OCC issues GENIUS Act proposal, and more
ZachXBT alleged insider trading at Axiom, Vitalik Buterin sold $35M in ETH, and the OCC proposed rules for the GENIUS Act.
Crypto social isn’t dead, it’s just changing hands
Crypto social networks are evolving beyond replicating Web2 models, shifting towards social financial networks and new coordination mechanisms.
Solana ETF Inflows Hit 2.5 Month High — Why Is Price Still Subdued?
Despite record ETF inflows, Solana's price remains subdued due to conflicting on-chain selling pressure.
Morgan Stanley explores offering Bitcoin lending and yield services
Morgan Stanley is exploring Bitcoin lending and yield services as it builds its own crypto custody and trading infrastructure.
AI rout hits software stocks, but Grayscale says blockchains stand to benefit
Despite software stock declines due to AI fears, Grayscale argues blockchains and AI are complementary, with blockchains potentially powering AI agent transactions.
Ethereum news: Vitalik Buterin unveils roadmap to counter quantum computing threat
Vitalik Buterin detailed an Ethereum roadmap to mitigate long-term risks from quantum computers, focusing on signature and proof upgrades.
Suspected inside traders betting on Axiom insider trading probe rake in $1 million: Lookonchain
Wallets betting ahead of an Axiom insider trading probe made over $1 million in profit, according to Lookonchain.
Citi to Integrate Bitcoin with Traditional Finance, Launch Custody Services
Citi is launching infrastructure this year to integrate Bitcoin custody and wallet services into traditional finance for institutional clients.
‘We do not want your support’: SBF backs Clarity crypto bill from prison, drawing bipartisan rebuke from Sens. Lummis and Warren
Jailed former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried endorsed the Clarity crypto bill, prompting immediate and sharp criticism from Senators Lummis and Warren.
PayPal not pursuing sale despite report of Stripe interest
PayPal is not currently in active sale talks, despite reports that Stripe was exploring a potential acquisition.
Bitcoin surged toward $69,000 after a brutal flush, but Glassnode says one level decides if it fades
Bitcoin rebounded toward $69,000 following a sharp flush, but Glassnode suggests structural weakness persists unless key price levels are reclaimed.
MetaMask Mastercard Goes Live in US With On-Chain Rewards, Even In New York
MetaMask and Mastercard launched a new payment card program in the US, offering on-chain rewards and available even to New York residents.
Benchmark analysts cheer Strategy’s pivot to STRC as ‘primary engine’ for bitcoin accumulation
Benchmark analysts support Strategy's shift to using STRC preferred stock as the main vehicle for future bitcoin accumulation.
Circle (CRCL) nearly 50% higher in two sessions since earnings results
Circle's stock surged nearly 50% post-earnings, primarily fueled by a short squeeze rather than strong financials.
Florida man arrested in alleged $328M crypto ponzi scheme
A Florida man, Christopher Alexander Delgado, was arrested for allegedly running a $328 million crypto Ponzi scheme through Goliath Ventures.
Indiana Approves Bitcoin Investments in Public Retirement Plans
Indiana lawmakers passed legislation allowing public retirement plans to offer self-directed brokerage accounts with cryptocurrency investment options by July 2027.
REX Shares Launches New ETF with Exposure to Coinbase and Strategy
REX Shares launched the GIF ETF, which bundles leveraged covered-call strategies on nine stocks, including Coinbase and Strategy.
Flare and Xaman unlock one-click DeFi access for over 2 billion XRP sitting idle in wallets
Flare and Xaman integrated to allow XRP holders one-click DeFi access for over 2 billion idle XRP tokens.
What Crypto Whales Are Buying For Potential Gains In March 2026
Crypto whales are accumulating Uniswap (UNI), Bitcoin Cash (BCH), and Chainlink (LINK) based on on-chain data ahead of March 2026.
AI, Bitcoin Mining Firms Tap High-Yield Bonds for Data Centers
AI and Bitcoin mining companies are increasingly relying on high-yield bonds to finance data center development, reflecting higher perceived risk.
Wallet in Telegram rolls out BTC, ETH and USDT yield Vaults inside TON Wallet
Telegram Wallet now offers yield vaults for BTC, ETH, and USDT within TON Wallet, powered by Morpho and offering up to 18% APY.
Bitfinex enhances account architecture to support native security tokens
Bitfinex is streamlining its account structure to natively support security tokens, simplifying management for users.