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Bitcoin Price Pumps 7% in Early Trading to Over $70,000
Bitcoin's price surged approximately 7% in early trading, moving from the mid-$65,000s toward $70,000, triggering liquidations of short positions.
Nasdaq seeks SEC approval for prediction-style binary options tied to flagship 100 index: Bloomberg
Nasdaq filed with the SEC to list binary options resembling prediction markets based on the Nasdaq 100 Index.
Bitcoin Shrugs Off Iran as Wall Street Return Sparks $70,000 Run
Bitcoin surged toward $70,000, driven by positive US manufacturing data, largely ignoring geopolitical tensions.
Crypto world faces growing pressure to relent on stablecoin rewards to win bigger prize
The crypto industry faces pressure to compromise on stablecoin rewards to secure the passage of the Clarity Act legislation.
ProCap Buys 450 BTC, Repurchases Shares Below NAV
ProCap acquired 450 BTC, bringing its total to 5,457 BTC, while repurchasing shares below Net Asset Value (NAV).
Why Bitcoin surged toward $70k at US market open while oil and natural gas rocket upward
Bitcoin surged 6% during the U.S. open, driven by institutional flows and CME premium spikes, despite risk-off macro conditions.
CFTC taps former federal prosecutor David Miller to lead enforcement divison as crypto role grows
The CFTC appointed former federal prosecutor David Miller to lead its enforcement division amid growing regulatory focus on crypto.
Blockchain Forum 2026: Top Reasons to Attend in Moscow on April 14–15
Blockchain Forum 2026 in Moscow will be a major crypto and Web3 event, bringing together industry leaders and over 20,000 participants.
Canton’s Yuval Rooz says smart contract blockchains face a reckoning over value gap
Canton CEO Yuval Rooz argues smart contract blockchains are overvalued due to a massive gap between hype and actual institutional financial usage.
Nasdaq follows Cboe joining world of 'binary bets' as prediction market craze hits Wall Street
Nasdaq filed with the SEC to list binary options on its indexes, mirroring Cboe's move into prediction market-style trading.
Crypto outflows spike 700% on largest Iranian exchange following US-Israeli attack on Saturday: Elliptic
Crypto outflows from Iran's largest exchange, Nobitex, surged 700% after the US-Israeli attack, potentially indicating capital flight.
Revolut’s digital pound trial shifts the UK payments debate from crypto hype to consumer protections and clarity
Revolut's UK stablecoin trial focuses on consumer clarity and protection rather than cryptocurrency speculation.
European bank consortium targets 2026 launch for euro-backed stablecoin: report
A consortium of 12 major European banks, named Qivalis, plans to launch a euro-backed stablecoin in the second half of 2026.
XRP Price May Drop Another 30% Amid Increased Exchange Inflows
XRP risks a drop below $1 due to a symmetrical triangle breakdown and significant inflows to exchanges suggesting selling pressure.
3 Altcoins Facing Major Liquidation Risks in the First Week of March
Solana (SOL), XRP, and Tether Gold (XAUT) face significant liquidation risks this week due to market equilibrium and potential volatility spikes.
Anthony Pompliano’s Bitcoin treasury company adds 450 BTC, expands share buybacks
Anthony Pompliano's ProCap Financial purchased 450 BTC and is aggressively buying back its own shares.
Bitcoin price news: BTC takes aim at $69,000 as stocks shrug off Iran strikes
Bitcoin surged past $68,000 as U.S. stocks showed minimal losses despite geopolitical tensions and strong manufacturing data.
Anchorage releases first USAT attestation showing $17.6 million in reserves backing Tether’s US stablecoin
Anchorage Digital Bank released the first reserve attestation for Tether's USAT stablecoin, showing $17.6 million in backing reserves as of January 31.
Tom Lee's Bitmine boosts ether holdings to 4.47 million tokens with $98 million ETH purchase
Bitmine, led by Tom Lee, increased its ETH holdings to 4.47 million tokens after a recent $98 million purchase.
Citrea Launches Foundation to Advance Bitcoin’s Programmable Future
Citrea launched the independent Citrea Foundation to accelerate the growth and decentralization of Bitcoin's programmable ecosystem.
Different Speeds, Different Mandates: Talos’ Samar Sen on How Institutions Approach Digital Assets
Talos’ Samar Sen discusses how institutional adoption of digital assets is varied, driven by regulatory clarity, internal conviction, and differing risk appetites.
Anthony Pompliano’s ProCap buys 450 Bitcoin, boosting holdings to 5,457 BTC
Anthony Pompliano's ProCap purchased 450 Bitcoin using $35 million, increasing its total holdings to 5,457 BTC.
ProCap Financial (BRR) Buys 450 Bitcoin and Doubles Down on NAV-Accretive Strategy
ProCap Financial acquired 450 more Bitcoin, bringing its total to 5,457 BTC, while aggressively repurchasing shares to close its discount to Net Asset Value (NAV).
Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $204 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Climb to 720,737 BTC
Strategy purchased $204.1 million in Bitcoin, increasing its total holdings to 720,737 BTC.
Qivalis in talks with crypto exchanges ahead of euro stablecoin launch
EU banks' stablecoin group, Qivalis, is negotiating with exchanges to ensure immediate liquidity upon its planned H2 launch.
Bitmine lifts ether treasury to 4.47 million ETH as total holdings near $10 billion
Bitmine increased its Ethereum treasury to 4.47 million ETH, valued near $8.8 billion, making it the largest corporate ETH treasury globally.
Why Nexo Is Reentering the US After the 2023 Crypto Lending Crackdown
Nexo has returned to the US market with a redesigned product model focused on regulatory alignment through licensed partners.
Oil Price War Premium Hits Reality Check at $82 — Just the Beginning or the Blow-Off Top?
Brent crude surged to $82 due to Middle East conflict, facing initial stress near this level while open interest suggests continued bullish positioning.
CoinDesk 20 performance update: NEAR Protocol (NEAR) jumps 12.4% over weekend
NEAR Protocol surged 12.4%, leading the CoinDesk 20 index higher over the weekend, while Solana also gained.
Iranian crypto outflows jump 700% minutes after U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, Elliptic says
Crypto outflows from Iran's largest exchange surged 700% following U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, indicating potential capital flight.
Bitcoin ETF custody concentrates power in one place, and now a single operational failure causes dangerous ripples
Spot Bitcoin ETF custody concentrates operational authority with custodians, creating systemic risk through centralization and reliance on traditional market hours.
Strategy Adds 3,015 Bitcoin as Holdings Top 720,737 BTC
Strategy purchased 3,015 BTC for $204.1 million, increasing its total holdings to over 720,737 BTC.
3 Altcoins That Could Hit New All-Time Highs In March 2026
Despite a likely Q1 2026 market loss, three altcoins—STABLE, Canton Network (CC), and Pippin (PIPPIN)—show potential for new all-time highs in March.
Crypto funds snap five-week outflow streak, drawing $1B amid Bitcoin whale accumulation
Digital asset funds saw their first weekly inflow in five weeks, attracting over $1 billion, driven largely by Bitcoin accumulation.
Energym Ad’s Dystopian AI Future Collides with Real-World Layoffs
A viral spoof ad depicting an AI-driven job loss dystopia resonates amid real-world tech layoffs and investor fears.
White Hat Hacker Recovers 80% of $2.26M Stolen in Foom Cash Exploit
A white hat hacker recovered $1.84 million, or 81%, of the $2.26 million stolen from the Foom Cash protocol following an exploit.
Turkey's ruling party unveils 10% crypto income tax proposal
Turkey's ruling AK Party proposed a bill imposing a 10% quarterly tax on regulated crypto gains, withheld by platforms.
Michael Saylor's MSTR added 3,015 BTC for $204.1 million
MicroStrategy acquired 3,015 more Bitcoin for $204.1 million last week, increasing its total holdings to 720,737 BTC.
Strategy buys 3,015 Bitcoin more at $67,700
Strategy purchased 3,015 more Bitcoin for $204 million, increasing its total holdings to 720,737 coins.
Oil Price Hits 15-Month High Amid Iran Conflict: What Does It Mean For BTC?
Surging oil prices due to Middle East conflict pose short-term risks to Bitcoin, potentially causing a drop below $60,000.
World War 3 Is Trending in Crypto — But Markets Aren’t Acting Like It
Despite rising online fears of World War 3 linked to the US-Israel-Iran conflict, crypto and traditional markets haven't shown significant panic.
Michael Saylor’s Strategy buys 3,015 bitcoin for $204 million as total holdings top 720,000 BTC
Strategy acquired 3,015 BTC for $204.1 million, bringing its total holdings to 720,737 BTC, funded by stock sales.
South Korea investigates seed phrase leak in photo leading to $4.8 million crypto theft from tax authority
South Korean tax authorities lost $4.8 million in seized cryptocurrency after publicly sharing a photo revealing the wallets' seed phrases.
Anthony Pompliano’s ProCap Financial buys 450 bitcoin, steps up share buybacks
ProCap Financial purchased 450 BTC, making it the 19th largest public holder, while also increasing its share buybacks.
“There Is No Pure-Play Venue Today”: David Martin of Cleat Street on Institutional Crypto Collateral Limits
David Martin of Clear Street discusses the critical lack of infrastructure for cross-collateralizing crypto and traditional assets for institutions.
JPMorgan warns oil could surge to $120 if Iran war disrupts Gulf supply
JPMorgan estimates Brent crude could hit $120 if Middle East conflict disrupts Gulf supply for over three weeks.
Crypto hack losses fell to $26.5 million in February amid sharp monthly and annual declines: PeckShield
Crypto hacking losses dropped to $26.5 million in February, marking the lowest total since March 2025.
Crypto ETPs Post $1B Inflows as Bitcoin Leads Gains
Crypto funds experienced a $1 billion inflow last week, ending a five-week slump, driven primarily by Bitcoin ETPs.
Crypto funds attract $1 billion, ending five-week outflow streak as investors seek entry points amid bitcoin-led rebound: CoinShares
Global crypto investment products saw $1 billion in net inflows, halting a five-week outflow streak as investors look for entry points.
Sony Bank Signs MOU to Integrate Yen Stablecoin JPYC
Sony Bank and JPYC signed an MOU to study instant JPYC purchases directly from customer accounts.
Battered BTC price could find solace in 'debasement' trade: Crypto Daybook Americas
Amid escalating geopolitical conflict, Bitcoin's price drop may position it for a bounce driven by the 'debasement trade' against fiat currency dilution.
S.Korea’s Tax Agency Leaked Crypto Master Key — and Got Robbed Twice
South Korea's NTS leaked a crypto master key, leading to the theft and subsequent re-theft of $4.8 million in seized PRTG tokens.
Anthropic’s Claude Suffers Widespread Outage, Exposing AI Reliance
Anthropic's AI chatbot Claude experienced a widespread outage, locking out users and highlighting reliance on AI tools.
M2 money supply is surging again – so why isn’t this bullish for Bitcoin anymore?
Despite US M2 hitting a record high, Bitcoin's price isn't immediately reflecting this liquidity surge due to factors like low velocity and competing macro forces.
Solana Price Sets Up for a 5% Bounce — Here Is How It Could Turn Into a Rally
Solana shows technical and on-chain signals suggesting a potential 5% bounce, with a break above $87 potentially fueling a larger rally.
Bitcoin treads water as war risk rises and rate cuts look distant: analysts
Bitcoin is trading around $66,000 as geopolitical risk from the Middle East clashes with a macro environment delaying interest rate cuts.
Steak ‘n Shake launches Bitcoin bonus for hourly team members
Steak 'n Shake is now giving hourly employees a 21-cent per hour bonus in Bitcoin.
Hong Kong, Shanghai Sign MOU for Blockchain-Based Cargo, Finance Data
Hong Kong and Shanghai authorities signed an MOU to use blockchain for streamlining cross-border cargo trade and finance data documentation.
Bitcoin holds up after Iran strike, outpacing equities in risk-off session: Crypto Markets Today
Bitcoin rebounded near $66,500 after strikes on Iran caused $300 million in liquidations, outperforming falling equities.
Building the Backbone: Institutional Leaders on Crypto’s Infrastructure at Liquidity Summit 2026
Institutional leaders at Liquidity Summit 2026 discussed the critical infrastructure challenges—custody, data sovereignty, and regulatory alignment—needed for mainstream digital asset adoption.
Zoomex: On Traditional Gold Market Closure, On-Chain Gold Surges Amid Black Swan
Tokenized gold assets like XAUT surged due to 24/7 trading availability when traditional gold markets were closed during volatility.
Oil and gold pull backed from peaks while equity futures remain under pressure
U.S. equity futures fell as oil and gold retreated after surging due to conflict escalation involving Iran.
Europe buys the dip as US funds keep bleeding – who is buying Bitcoin right now?
Despite five weeks of US outflows from crypto products, Europe and Canada posted inflows, suggesting a regional shift in risk appetite driven by US regulatory uncertainty.
Bitcoin Traders Warn of New Lows as BTC Weathers Iran Storm
Bitcoin stabilized despite Middle East conflict, but traders warn of potential price drops to $45,000 amid geopolitical uncertainty.
‘Aave will win’ proposal clears temp check with 52.6% backing on revenue shift, V4 plan
Aave governance passed a preliminary vote to shift all protocol revenue to the DAO treasury and center development on Aave V4.
South Korea finance minister pledges review of seized crypto custody after recovery phrase leak
South Korea's finance minister will urgently review seized crypto custody following a National Tax Service recovery phrase leak and subsequent unauthorized token transfer.
Shanghai Stocks Hit 10-Year High While Hong Kong Crypto ETFs Sink
Shanghai stocks reached a decade high driven by geopolitical concerns, contrasting sharply with falling Hong Kong crypto ETFs.
3 Altcoins To Watch In The First Week Of March 2026
BeInCrypto analyzes Polygon, Chiliz, and Hyperliquid, identifying potential catalysts for price movements in the first week of March 2026.
Why Bitcoin’s Decline Has Not Yet Reached Investors’ Maximum Pain Point
Despite Bitcoin's February decline, historical data suggests investor losses haven't hit maximum capitulation levels yet, signaling potential future drops.
How Could Oil Prices Over the Next 4 Weeks Pressure Bitcoin?
Rising oil prices due to Strait of Hormuz tensions could tighten global liquidity, negatively pressuring Bitcoin over the next four weeks.