Trump Media explores Truth Social spin-off amid TAE merger talks
Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) announced it is in discussions with TAE Technologies and Texas Ventures Acquisition III Corp. regarding a potential spin-off of businesses including Truth Social into a new publicly traded company. Truth Social could become standalone…
Markets Tumble as Middle East Conflict Escalates: BTC, Oil, and Equities Under Pressure
Bitcoin fell to $66,700 while oil jumped 6% after U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran. Stock futures down 1% as Strait of Hormuz closure raises inflation concerns. The post Markets Tumble as Middle East Conflict Escalates: BTC, Oil, and Equities Under Pressure appeared first on Blockonomi.
Trump Media Explores Truth Social Separation Amid $712M Crypto Portfolio Loss
Trump Media considers spinning off Truth Social as a standalone company while reporting $712.3M in losses from its 11,500+ BTC holdings and pending crypto ETFs. The post Trump Media Explores Truth Social Separation Amid $712M Crypto Portfolio Loss appeared first on Blockonomi.
February 2026 Records Lowest Crypto Theft Activity in Almost 12 Months
Crypto hacks fell to an 11-month low in Feb 2026, totaling $26.5M-$35.7M across 15 incidents. YieldBlox and IoTeX breaches led the losses. Full analysis inside. The post February 2026 Records Lowest Crypto Theft Activity in Almost 12 Months appeared first on Blockonomi.
Arthur Hayes Explains How US-Iran Conflict Could Boost Bitcoin
Arthur Hayes argues that Middle East wars often trigger Federal Reserve rate cuts, boosting Bitcoin over time.
Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin: AI Can Accelerate Development Timeline Despite Security Concerns
Vitalik Buterin reveals AI prototyped Ethereum's 2030 roadmap in weeks, but warns of security risks. Details on state tree changes and EVM replacement plans. The post Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin: AI Can Accelerate Development Timeline Despite Security Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP Slides 4% as $652M Flows to Binance Amid Geopolitical Turmoil
XRP falls 4% to $1.37 as geopolitical tensions mount and $652M in tokens flow to Binance. Bear pennant pattern suggests potential drop to $0.86. The post XRP Slides 4% as $652M Flows to Binance Amid Geopolitical Turmoil appeared first on Blockonomi.
Aave moves toward token-centric model as “Aave Will Win” proposal clears temp check
A major governance milestone has been reached in the Aave community after the “Aave Will Win” proposal passed its temporary check stage, signaling broad support for a fundamental shift in the protocol’s economic model. Aave DAO backs fully token-centric revenue…
'Vibe-coding 2030 roadmap within weeks' – Buterin’s new Ethereum vision
For years, the main criticism of Ethereum was not its vision, but its slow progress. The often-mentioned 2030 roadmap felt far away. But that changed on the 28th of February, when co founder VitalThe post 'Vibe-coding 2030 roadmap within weeks' – Buterin’s new Ethereum vision appeared first on AMBCrypto.
South Korea to review crypto seizure practices after security lapses
South Korea’s finance minister has pledged reforms to strengthen how government agencies manage seized cryptocurrency, following a digital asset information leak involving the National Tax Service. Seized Bitcoin under scrutiny as South Korea tightens digital asset controls In a statement…
Ethereum’s Historic Slump: Six Consecutive Monthly Declines Raise Questions About ETH’s Recovery
Ethereum faces six straight months of losses, trading below $2,000. Explore the factors behind ETH's decline and what analysts predict for its future. The post Ethereum’s Historic Slump: Six Consecutive Monthly Declines Raise Questions About ETH’s Recovery appeared first on Blockonomi.
BitMEX Founder Predicts Fed Rate Cuts from Iran Conflict Could Boost Bitcoin
Arthur Hayes argues US-Iran conflict may trigger Fed rate cuts based on historical patterns, potentially benefiting Bitcoin—but advises waiting to buy. The post BitMEX Founder Predicts Fed Rate Cuts from Iran Conflict Could Boost Bitcoin appeared first on Blockonomi.
Is crypto market crash deepening after Trump confirms more strikes on Iran?
Crypto markets remain under pressure after U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that military operations against Iran will continue following joint U.S.–Israeli strikes that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Trump said combat operations are ongoing and will persist until…
‘A Scam’: Kalshi Might Face Legal Actions Regarding Iran’s Regime Change Market Resolution
While Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour explained that the company did not list markets tied to the death of any personality because it goes against U.S. regulations, users are preparing legal actions against the company over the market settlement. Kalshi Might Face Legal Action Over Iran’s Regime Change Market Settlement Kalshi, one of the largest regulated […]
BTC Tumbles Under $66K Amid Escalating U.S.-Israel Military Action Against Iran
Bitcoin crashed to $63K after U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran before bouncing to $67K. Oil surged 13% while traders eye Friday's jobs data for next move. The post BTC Tumbles Under $66K Amid Escalating U.S.-Israel Military Action Against Iran appeared first on Blockonomi.
A Longer Iran War Could Send Bitcoin Higher, Arthur Hayes Says
Arthur Hayes argues that a deeper US conflict with Iran could ultimately become a bullish macro setup for Bitcoin, not because war is constructive for markets, but because it may push the Federal Reserve toward cheaper and more abundant money. Why Bitcoin Could Surge In his March 2 essay iOS Warfare, the BitMEX co-founder laid […]
JPMorgan Predicts U.S. CLARITY Act Could Be Major Crypto Catalyst
A landmark JPMorgan Chase report sees the U.S. CLARITY Act as a potential trigger for a crypto rally in 2026..
SUI compresses below $1.30, but $2.55 breakout is still possible - How?
Sui [SUI] is tightening again, and traders are noticing. Compression in SUI has a history of ending violently. That pattern has become difficult to ignore as momentum quietly rebuilds across lowerThe post SUI compresses below $1.30, but $2.55 breakout is still possible - How? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
4 Things That May Impact Crypto Markets in Week Ahead
A busy week lies ahead on the United States economic calendar as markets continue to digest the fallout from the US-Israeli strikes on Iran over the weekend.
Crypto rally in H2 2026? JPMorgan points to Clarity Act, analyst says ‘buy the rumor’ starts now
JPMorgan analysts say a long-anticipated U.S. crypto market structure bill could be approved by mid-2026 and act as a major positive catalyst for digital asset markets in the second half of the year. The report highlights that despite subdued sentiment…
The Hidden Web3 Community Metric Everyone Ignores: Can Your Founder Share Their Authentic Story?
In the wild world of Web3, projects launch every day with big promises of decentralization, tokens, and moonshots. But most communities fizzle out fast. Why? It’s not the tech. It’s not the tokenomics. It’s something deeper: trust. And the key […] The post The Hidden Web3 Community Metric Everyone Ignores: Can Your Founder Share Their Authentic Story? appeared first on Blockmanity.
This Analyst Predicted The Dogecoin Price Crash, But There’s More To The Forecast
Despite maintaining its position as the leading meme coin in the market, Dogecoin has suffered immensely in the market decline. It failed to reach a new all-time high in the 2024-2025 market run-up and has crashed tremendously as selling ramped up. Even now, the bleed seems not to have stopped, with crypto analyst MyCryptoParadise warning […]
Kalshi CEO defends ‘no death’ rule after Khamenei market backlash
Kalshi’s CEO has defended the company’s handling of its market on whether Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, would be “out” of power, after backlash from users who accused the platform of unfair settlement practices. In a detailed post on X,…
Brazilian Exchanges Receive New Bank Secrecy and Accounting Standards Provisions
The measures seek to fully integrate crypto exchanges into the established financial system and protect the identity information of the institution’s customers. The Central Bank states that this will promote “transparency, comparability, and predictability of information provided to the market.” Brazil Issues Resolution Including Crypto Brokerages to Comply With Bank Secrecy Laws Brazil is moving […]
Bitcoin to see tailwinds if AI prompts ‘easier monetary policy’: NYDIG
NYDIG’s Greg Cipolaro says AI could be a “general-purpose technology,” and it’s affects on the economy could be a boon for Bitcoin.
Record trading on Polymarket amid Iran strikes; Six wallets net $1.2M
Polymarket recorded historic trading activity on the day of the joint U.S.–Israel strike on Iran, with single-day nominal trading volume reaching $478 million, according to an analyst tracking platform data. War bets surge: Polymarket hits $478M daily volume The surge…
Ethena [ENA] surges 10% as whales step in – Yet THIS remains real test
Ethena's ENA token gained nearly 10% over the past 24 hours as buyers stepped in near key support. The move followed renewed positioning amid broader market uncertainty. Daily data showed ENA tradeThe post Ethena [ENA] surges 10% as whales step in – Yet THIS remains real test appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Fed could print money to support US conflict with Iran, says Hayes
Arthur Hayes says the longer Donald Trump engages in expensive “Iranian nation-building,” the more likely it is that the Federal Reserve will boost money supply.
Ethereum’s Massive Slump Continues With Sixth Straight Red Month
Ethereum is teetering on the edge of its longest losing streak in nearly a decade.
Diamond Hands Win: 85% of Bitcoin Holders Stood Firm Through the February Dip
Despite a massive 46% crash that wiped out $1 trillion in market value, a new study reveals that the majority of bitcoin holders remained remarkably resilient. Resilience Amid the Crash Bitcoin’s 46% drop from its all-time high of just above $126,000 to briefly below $61,000 rattled markets and erased more than $1 trillion in value. […]
February crypto losses hit lowest level since March 2025: PeckShield
PeckShield says the lack of large hacks, heightened market volatility, and tighter risk controls could all have played a part in crypto recording the lowest losses in nearly a year.
The Mass Retail Exodus from Crypto: Why Investors Are Flocking to Stocks
Introduction: A Shocking Shift in Investor Behavior Once the darling of risk-loving retail investors, the cryptocurrency market is facing a major challenge. Retail investors, who fueled massive rallies in Bitcoin and other digital assets, are pulling out in droves. They […] The post The Mass Retail Exodus from Crypto: Why Investors Are Flocking to Stocks appeared first on Blockmanity.
Report: Barclays Joins Global Banks Building Blockchain Payment Systems
Barclays is reportedly exploring a blockchain-based platform for payments and deposits as financial banking giants prepare for faster, digital settlement systems. Sources Say the Banking Behemoth Barclays Is Preparing a Blockchain Strategy The London-based lender has issued requests for information to technology providers as it evaluates building infrastructure capable of supporting blockchain payments, tokenized deposits […]
AI ‘vibe coding’ could put Ethereum roadmap ahead of schedule: Vitalik
Vitalik Buterin says AI coding still has “massive caveats,” but people should expect Ethereum’s roadmap to be finished much faster than expected.
Magic Eden winds down EVM, Bitcoin NFT markets to focus on gambling
Magic Edin is shifting resources from NFTs to its casino platform Dicey, as a closed beta saw $15 million wagered by around 200 users in two months.
Bitcoin’s $67K rebound defies war fears but signals deeper market risk
Bitcoin pushed back above $67,000 even as geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran rattled global markets and pressured risk assets. The rebound has surprised traders who expected a dThe post Bitcoin’s $67K rebound defies war fears but signals deeper market risk appeared first on AMBCrypto.
March 2, 2026 Crypto Daily Market Report: Bitcoin Hits New Highs Amid Bull Run
March 2, 2026 : Bitcoin Hits New Highs Amid Bull Run Welcome to your daily dose of crypto action! In today’s , the market is on fire. Bitcoin leads the charge with fresh all-time highs, while altcoins ride the wave. […] The post March 2, 2026 Crypto Daily Market Report: Bitcoin Hits New Highs Amid Bull Run appeared first on Blockmanity.
Strategist Sees Reversion Risk in Gold and Oil After Iran Strikes
U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran could spark reversals in gold and crude oil as war premium fades, signaling 2026 peaks and risk-asset relief, Bloomberg strategist Mike McGlone warns. Strategist Flags Commodity Reversal Scenario Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone shared on social media platform X on March 1 his view that U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran could trigger […]
Jupiter surges 17% after rebound - Traders still bet on JUP's dip
Jupiter [JUP] bounced back from a $0.14 slip and climbed to a two-week high of $0.176. In doing so, Jupiter flipped its short-term moving averages, EMA20, indicating strong upside momentum. As ofThe post Jupiter surges 17% after rebound - Traders still bet on JUP's dip appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Trump Media could spin out Truth Social amid crypto push
Trump Media expanded into crypto in 2025 with its fintech brand Truth.Fi, creating a Bitcoin treasury, filing multiple crypto ETFs, and forming a partnership with Crypto.com.
US Senator Torches Bankman-Fried as Clarity Act Support Backfires
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis forcefully rejected Sam Bankman-Fried’s praise of the Clarity Act, warning the bill would impose harsher penalties on him and distancing her crypto legislation from his past lobbying efforts as regulatory battles intensify. Lummis Slams Bankman-Fried Over Clarity Act Remarks U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis shared on social media platform X on Feb. […]
Ripple Rolls out Institutional XRPL Strategy to Power Tokenization and Regulated Finance
Ripple is reshaping XRP Ledger funding to accelerate regulated finance expansion, rolling out a FinTech Builder Program and expanded institutional support framework to scale global adoption and broaden capital access for developers. Ripple Targets Regulated Finance Growth Through New Institutional XRPL Programs Ripple published new insights on Feb. 26, 2026, outlining how the XRP Ledger’s […]
PUMP: Indecisive price action keeps traders on edge
Pump.fun [PUMP] has rallied 7.9% in the past 24 hours, and its daily trading volume saw a 9.61% bump higher, according to CoinMarketCap data. AMBCrypto had previously reported that the memecoin wasThe post PUMP: Indecisive price action keeps traders on edge appeared first on AMBCrypto.
X to label paid promotions but prohibits crypto promos in EU, UK
X head of product, Nikita Bier, says the paid promotions tag aims to encourage people to build their businesses on X while being transparent with their fan base.
Willy Woo Warns Liquidity Breakdown Could Cap Bitcoin’s Rally Despite Short-Term Relief
Bitcoin faces mounting bearish pressure as weakening liquidity and deeply negative on-chain flows cloud the outlook, Willy Woo warns, suggesting that any short-term rebound may be rejected before a durable recovery can take hold. Bitcoin Faces Structural Weakness With $45K Touted as Typical Bear Market Floor Crypto market cycles remain under close scrutiny as on-chain […]
Crypto Market Review: Strong Bullish XRP Case, $67,000 Bitcoin (BTC) Bounce Secures Recovery, Ethereum (ETH) Catches $2,000 by the Tail
The market bounced just a bit, but it already sparked a debate about a potential long-term recovery of the whole industry.
USELESS jumps 17% as whales load up – Why THIS support is KEY!
Useless Coin [USELESS] was among the best-performing memecoins during the day as the crypto markets rebounded following the death of Iran's supreme leader. USELESS rallied over 17% in 24 hours, outpacThe post USELESS jumps 17% as whales load up – Why THIS support is KEY! appeared first on AMBCrypto.
World Liberty Financial Introduces Tiered Node System for Governance Staking
Unstaked WLFI cannot vote; stakers earn rewards, Node privileges, and Super Node partnership opportunities.
Ripple CEO Highlights XRP’s Solid Performance, Applauds ‘Brilliant’ US Court Ruling
XRP stands out as the only major cryptocurrency with court-backed U.S. regulatory clarity, fueling institutional adoption and outperforming rivals, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said as he pushes for broader crypto legislation to unlock industry growth. Ripple CEO Highlights XRP Strength as Legal Victory Unlocks Institutional Capital Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse highlighted XRP’s bullish momentum and […]
UAE Capital Market Authority Orders Exchange Closures as Missile Strikes Threaten Gulf Financial Stability
TLDR: UAE regulators shut both exchanges for two days to prevent panic selling after missile and drone strikes. The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange holds roughly $700 billion in market cap, putting billions at risk of loss. Polymarket puts the probability of a Strait of Hormuz closure at 48.5%, threatening global oil and LNG supply. War-risk [...] The post UAE Capital Market Authority Orders Exchange Closures as Missile Strikes Threaten Gulf Financial Stability appeared first on Blockonomi.
Crypto Market Structure Bill Approval by Mid-Year Could Spark Second-Half Rally, JPMorgan Says
TLDR: JPMorgan analysts say the CLARITY Act could be approved by mid-year and lift crypto markets in H2 2026. The bill would classify tokens under CFTC or SEC oversight, easing compliance for assets like XRP and Solana. New crypto projects could raise up to $75 million annually without full SEC registration under a grace period [...] The post Crypto Market Structure Bill Approval by Mid-Year Could Spark Second-Half Rally, JPMorgan Says appeared first on Blockonomi.
Strategy Raises STRC Dividend to 11.50% Amid Bitcoin Losses and Mounting Pressure on MSTR
TLDR: Strategy raised its STRC preferred stock dividend by 25 basis points, bringing the annual rate to 11.50%. MSTR fell 14% in February, marking eight straight months of losses as Bitcoin dropped nearly 20% that month. Strategy now holds 717,722 BTC at an average cost of $76,020, carrying an unrealized loss of around $6.5 billion. [...] The post Strategy Raises STRC Dividend to 11.50% Amid Bitcoin Losses and Mounting Pressure on MSTR appeared first on Blockonomi.
VIRTUAL rallies 9% toward key resistance – Is $0.85 the next stop?
Virtuals Protocol [VIRTUAL] traded near $0.699 on the 4-hour timeframe while testing the upper boundary of a tightening range. Earlier in the sequence, price rebounded from the $0.64 support area, forThe post VIRTUAL rallies 9% toward key resistance – Is $0.85 the next stop? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
New XRP Ledger Sidechain Proposal Aims to Bring Options Trading to XRPL
The proposed XRPL options sidechain will bring American-style options, up to 200x leveraged margin trading and a cross-chain bridge to the XRP Ledger ecosystem.
Michael Saylor’s ‘Turn of the Century’ Post Sparks Fresh Bitcoin Buy Speculation
Strategy may be signaling another bitcoin accumulation as Michael Saylor posts his closely watched orange dot chart, a move traders increasingly treat as an indicator of an impending balance sheet expansion. Saylor’s Orange Dot Post Fuels Fresh Bitcoin Accumulation Speculation Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor shared his signature orange dot bitcoin chart on social media […]
Ethereum roadmap could move faster with AI support: Vitalik
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said artificial intelligence could ramp up the network’s development roadmap while improving security standards. Responding to an experiment where someone “vibe-coded” Ethereum’s entire 2030 roadmap within weeks, Buterin wrote that “six months ago, even this was…
Altcoin Season Index Is Rising While Bitcoin Remains Under Pressure: Here is Why
TLDR: The Altcoin Season Index shows 24 out of 55 altcoins outperforming Bitcoin on a rolling 60-day basis. Altcoin bear markets historically last 7 to 11 months, while Bitcoin bear markets typically run closer to 12 months. Many altcoins have already dropped 80% to 90% from cycle highs, leaving less room to set new lows. [...] The post Altcoin Season Index Is Rising While Bitcoin Remains Under Pressure: Here is Why appeared first on Blockonomi.
Stablecoins Challenge Traditional Banks as Yield Gap Widens and Regulatory Debate Intensifies
TLDR: Stablecoins like USDC and PYUSD now offer yields above 4%, far outpacing bank savings rates near 0.01%. The CLARITY Act missed its March 1, 2026 deadline amid heavy banking industry resistance in the Senate. Tokenized T-bills settle instantly and globally, cutting out SWIFT fees and traditional multi-day windows. JPMorgan analysts flagged CLARITY Act passage [...] The post Stablecoins Challenge Traditional Banks as Yield Gap Widens and Regulatory Debate Intensifies appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin posts third-worst Q1 return since 2013 at -23.21%
Bitcoin posted a -23.21% return in Q1 2026 and marked the third-worst first-quarter performance since 2013 according to CoinGlass data. The loss falls far below Bitcoin’s (BTC) historical Q1 average of 45.90% and sits well below the median return of…
Bitcoin Slips 2.4% Sunday, Long Bets Account for Majority of $415M in Liquidations
After clawing its way back above $67,000 on Saturday, bitcoin slipped 2.4% against the greenback on Sunday, gliding just north of the $65,000 mark. Data from crypto derivatives markets show roughly $415 million in positions have been liquidated. Nearly 92,000 Traders Liquidated as Bitcoin Pulls Back On March 1, 2026, bitcoin hovered just above the […]
What the U.S. Treasury’s $745 Million TIPS Buyback Actually Means for the National Debt
TLDR: The U.S. Treasury confirmed a $745 million TIPS buyback on February 25, 2026, as part of routine debt management. The $2.7 billion weekly repurchase operation accounts for less than 0.008% of the total $35 trillion national debt. Treasury buybacks have been used since 2002 to improve bond market liquidity and manage maturity structure efficiently. [...] The post What the U.S. Treasury’s $745 Million TIPS Buyback Actually Means for the National Debt appeared first on Blockonomi.
Kalshi founder provides update on Iran's Khamenei market carveout
The prediction platform said it would reimburse users and resolve markets to the last-traded price before the death of the Iranian leader was confirmed.
Inside Lighter’s New Strategy System First Major Test: Handling $50M in ARC Perpetual Volume
Lighter reported that its upgraded liquidity pool system successfully limited ADL losses to a pre-determined threshold.
Geopolitical Shock Triggers $650M XRP Inflow Surge into Binance
TLDR: Binance received over 472 million XRP worth $652M, marking February’s largest single inflow period. U.S.–Iran strikes launched after market close, leaving crypto directly exposed to the geopolitical shock. XRP price has rolled back toward $1.44 after rallying above $3, with MACD and RSI turning bearish. Open interest across exchanges contracted sharply, signaling leverage is [...] The post Geopolitical Shock Triggers $650M XRP Inflow Surge into Binance appeared first on Blockonomi.
Why Bitcoin in 2026 feels like two completely different markets at once
On the surface, the crypto market appears strong. Despite ongoing global tensions, Bitcoin has behaved like a safe-haven asset, with steady price action supporting confidence. However, beneath thaThe post Why Bitcoin in 2026 feels like two completely different markets at once appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Bitcoin Is the Global 24/7 ATM: Weekend Crisis Just Proved It
TLDR: Bitcoin fell to $63,000 on Saturday as Middle East tensions surged while all traditional markets remained fully closed. On-chain data recorded $100 million migrating from Bitcoin into USDT on the Tron network within a single 24-hour period. The USDT Flight Signal hit “1,” confirming a capital rotation from Bitcoin into stablecoins during the geopolitical [...] The post Bitcoin Is the Global 24/7 ATM: Weekend Crisis Just Proved It appeared first on Blockonomi.
Weekly Cryptocurrency Market Analysis: Altcoins Oscillate after Encountering an Initial Hurdle
The best-performing altcoins have resumed their bullish ascent, breaking above the moving average lines.
Kalshi CEO Defends Khamenei Market Settlement Amid Backlash Over Death Carve-out Rules
TLDR: Kalshi’s “Ali Khamenei out as Supreme Leader?” market accumulated over $50 million in total trading volume. Traders who held positions before Khamenei’s death were paid out at the last-traded price of 1:14 AM ET. Kalshi’s promotional post on X during the strikes drew sharp criticism from former SEC chief of staff Fischer. Six Democratic [...] The post Kalshi CEO Defends Khamenei Market Settlement Amid Backlash Over Death Carve-out Rules appeared first on Blockonomi.
Hyperliquid Whale Sees $42M Bitcoin Long Position Partially Liquidated After BTC Pullback
This weekend, market watchers are fixated on a sizable whale on Hyperliquid who opened a $42 million long position on bitcoin using 40x leverage. It’s a high-wire act with no safety net, as a slip below $65,400 would trigger a full liquidation of the bet. Leveraged Bitcoin Bet Under Pressure To kick off March, a […]
Hedge Funds, Banks Activate Contingency Plans Amid Iran Attacks on UAE
TLDR: UAE attacks forced JPMorgan and Citigroup to instruct staff to work from home as Iran launched strikes on Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Dymon Asia Capital held emergency calls, drafted staff safety guidelines, and booked hotels for stranded employees in Dubai. Security firm Crownox evacuated high-net-worth individuals and CEOs from the UAE into Oman by [...] The post Hedge Funds, Banks Activate Contingency Plans Amid Iran Attacks on UAE appeared first on Blockonomi.
Matt Hougan: Bitcoin ETFs could reach a trillion dollars, institutions see market dips as opportunities, and wealth managers are gradually gaining Bitcoin access | The Wolf Of All Streets
Institutions view the current crypto dip as a prime opportunity for long-term investment growth. The post Matt Hougan: Bitcoin ETFs could reach a trillion dollars, institutions see market dips as opportunities, and wealth managers are gradually gaining Bitcoin access | The Wolf Of All Streets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei Calls Out Big Tech and Washington Over AI Chip Exports to China
TLDR: Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warns financial interests are overriding national security in U.S. chip policy. The Trump administration approved Nvidia H200 chip sales to China, drawing sharp criticism from Amodei at Davos. Chinese labs are accused of using AI distillation attacks to steal and replicate American AI models at scale. Chip smuggling networks worth [...] The post Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei Calls Out Big Tech and Washington Over AI Chip Exports to China appeared first on Blockonomi.
Circle’s Q4 Revenue Skyrockets 77% as USDC Supply Nears $75 Billion
Circle generated $2.7 billion in FY25 revenue, posting 64% growth, as USDC adoption expanded globally.
Musk Believes Anthropic Has SBF Vibes
Elon Musk intensified the AI arms race by endorsing a viral critique that compares Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.
PENDLE Targets $30 After 86% Crash: Is DeFi’s Only Yield Protocol Set for a 5,000% Comeback?
TLDR: PENDLE has corrected 86% from its 2024 high of $7.53, with price now compressing near a key weekly demand zone. Analyst CryptoPatel projects targets of $3, $5, $15, and $30, citing a potential 5,330% move from accumulation range. The sPENDLE upgrade redirects 80% of protocol revenue to buybacks, creating roughly $32 million in annual [...] The post PENDLE Targets $30 After 86% Crash: Is DeFi’s Only Yield Protocol Set for a 5,000% Comeback? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Crypto market's weekly winners and losers - DOT, NEAR, BCH, PEPE
It was an intensely volatile week for crypto. Bitcoin [BTC] saw an 11.96% rally, a 9.94% drop, and another 8.19% rally, measured using the swing points made since Tuesday, the 24th of February. ThiThe post Crypto market's weekly winners and losers - DOT, NEAR, BCH, PEPE appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Bitcoin undervalued relative to gold signals potential rally: Analyst
Gold has become "overextended" after climbing to more than $5,247 per ounce, according to Jan3 CEO and Bitcoin advocate Samson Mow.
Crypto Market Faces Major Uncertainty as US-Iran Conflict Escalates
TLDR: The US-Iran conflict has eliminated key Iranian figures, but no regime change has been confirmed yet. Iran continues launching missiles post-US strikes, signaling further escalation and rising market uncertainty. Oil tankers are reversing course at the Strait of Hormuz, triggering early signs of a global supply shock. Analysts warn oil could surpass $100 per [...] The post Crypto Market Faces Major Uncertainty as US-Iran Conflict Escalates appeared first on Blockonomi.
Strait of Hormuz in Focus as Global Crude Flows Face Disruption Threat
U.S. military strikes on Iran have jolted global energy markets, sending oil prices toward seven-month highs and injecting fresh uncertainty into inflation, central bank policy, and U.S. financial markets as traders brace for a volatile week ahead. Oil Prices Predicted to Climb After U.S. Military Action Against Iran President Donald Trump confirmed Feb. 28 that […]
Binance Top Traders Come to Equilibrium on Shiba Inu (SHIB)
Shiba Inu (SHIB) sees rare equilibrium among top-20 users of Binance as they split 50/50 on the cryptocurrency ahead of March.
Vitalik Buterin Proposes Binary State Trees and RISC-V Upgrade to Overhaul Ethereum’s Execution Layer
TLDR: EIP-7864 proposes replacing Ethereum’s hexary keccak tree with a binary structure, cutting Merkle branch size by 75%. Blake3 and Poseidon hash functions could accelerate Ethereum’s proving efficiency by up to 100x over the current keccak setup. Replacing the EVM with RISC-V would reduce a ZK prover translation layer, cutting the protocol’s proving bottleneck by [...] The post Vitalik Buterin Proposes Binary State Trees and RISC-V Upgrade to Overhaul Ethereum’s Execution Layer appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP Risks Losing 50% vs Bitcoin After Unfortunate February Closing
February ends for XRP in an unfortunate way both on USD and BTC charts, and it is the latter that now flashes a -53% signal on the monthly time frame with Bollinger Bands.
Bitcoin’s Flash-Crash and the Geopolitical "Thermometer"
Bitcoin proved once again this weekend that it is the world’s most sensitive geopolitical thermometer.
Trump Media Plans Truth Social Spin-Off While Crypto Losses Weigh On Finances
Trump Media & Technology Group is weighing a plan to spin off Truth Social into a separate publicly traded company, based on reports released this week. The move is being discussed as the company faces mounting losses tied in part to digital asset holdings. Talks are ongoing, and no final agreement has been signed. Related […]
Startale and SBI Holdings to Launch JPYSC, Japan’s First Trust Bank-Backed Yen Stablecoin
Startale Group and SBI Holdings introduced JPYSC, a trust bank-backed Japanese yen stablecoin targeting a second-quarter 2026 launch under Japan’s regulatory framework. Q2 2026 Launch Planned for Yen-Denominated Stablecoin JPYSC This week, Startale Group and SBI Holdings Inc. unveiled plans for JPYSC, describing it as the first trust bank-backed yen stablecoin issued under Japan’s legal […]
Strategy boosts monthly STRC preferred dividend to 11.5% for March 2026
The 25-basis-point the latest monthly adjustment of STRC's dividend and comes amid a sharp downturn in the crypto markets and macroeconomic uncertainty.
QUBT Earnings Preview: What Investors Should Know Before March 2
Quantum Computing (QUBT) reports Q4 earnings March 2. Analysts forecast $390K revenue, $0.02 loss/share. Stock down 8.4% with 14% post-earnings move expected. The post QUBT Earnings Preview: What Investors Should Know Before March 2 appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ethereum’s leverage exodus booms: But whales aren’t selling
Ethereum’s [ETH] derivatives market has entered a clear contraction phase as macroeconomic pressures weigh on risk appetite. Persistent inflation signals, highlighted by a Core PPI MoM reading ofThe post Ethereum’s leverage exodus booms: But whales aren’t selling appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Greg Abel Reveals Berkshire’s 4 Untouchable Holdings in Debut Letter
Greg Abel's debut Berkshire letter reveals 4 'forever' stocks—Apple, AmEx, Coca-Cola, Moody's—while Q4 earnings drop 29% to $10.2B. Details inside. The post Greg Abel Reveals Berkshire’s 4 Untouchable Holdings in Debut Letter appeared first on Blockonomi.
Strategic Investment Plays Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions
US-Iran tensions drive market rotation into energy and defense sectors. Analysis of BP, Chord Energy, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Eos Energy stocks. The post Strategic Investment Plays Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions appeared first on Blockonomi.
BYD Faces Steepest Sales Decline in Six Years During February Slump
BYD's February 2026 NEV sales plunged 41.1% year-over-year, the worst decline since 2020, marking the sixth month of consecutive sales drops for the EV maker. The post BYD Faces Steepest Sales Decline in Six Years During February Slump appeared first on Blockonomi.
Shytoshi Kusama Updates X Profile Location Amid Ongoing 'UI Bug Fixes'
Shiba Inu lead ambassador Shytoshi Kusama has changed his location on X, triggering update speculations.
Is the Ripple ETF Hype Over? Inflows Disappoint as XRP Fights for $1.40
XRP went through intense volatility on Saturday, but it had nothing to do with the ETFs.
Strawmap Unpacked — Vitalik Buterin Breaks Down Ethereum’s Push for Faster UX on Layer 1
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin outlined an ambitious, years-long plan to make the Ethereum base layer faster, leaner, and eventually quantum-resistant, starting with shorter slot times and near-instant finality. Ethereum’s 2029 Vision: Fast Slots, Fast Finality and STARK-Friendly Hashes In a detailed post on X, Vitalik Buterin walked through what he called a “very important document,” […]
Bitcoin Spot ETFs Record $787 Million Inflows To Break 5-Week Negative Streak
The US Bitcoin Spot ETFs have experienced a resurgence in market inflows following an extended period of overwhelming withdrawals amid a deep price correction. The positive netflows recorded last week represent the first in six trading weeks, five of which resulted in total net outflows valued at $3.8 billion. Notably, the rebound in ETF inflows […]
dogwifhat at $0.20: Reversal or further drop, what's next for WIF?
In the last 24 hours, dogwifhat [WIF] corrected its double-digit decline in price from the previous day as it rose back to the $0.20 level. WIF was also enjoying a spike in volume of about 29%, reaThe post dogwifhat at $0.20: Reversal or further drop, what's next for WIF? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Bitcoin traders eye Iran reactions as oil sparks US 5% inflation forecast
Bitcoin avoided a fresh breakdown around major geopolitical events in the Middle East, with BTC price targets now including $74,000 next.
Middle East Flashpoint: Israel-Iran Tensions Threaten US Stock Market Crash Monday – Oil Explodes, Gold & Silver Rally, Bitcoin Slides
Middle East Flashpoint: Israel-Iran Tensions Threaten US Stock Market Crash Monday – Oil Explodes, Gold & Silver Rally, Bitcoin Slides Recent clashes between Israel and Iran have sent shockwaves through global markets. Fears of a wider conflict are growing after […] The post Middle East Flashpoint: Israel-Iran Tensions Threaten US Stock Market Crash Monday – Oil Explodes, Gold & Silver Rally, Bitcoin Slides appeared first on Blockmanity.
Ripple Frees 1 Billion XRP While Still Controlling 32% of Total Supply
Ripple's 1 billion XRP unlock on March 1 meets a struggling market as February ends with a 16% drop for the price of the cryptocurrency.
+130% in XRP Futures Flow Recorded, Price Eyes $1.5
XRP saw a serious inflow to the futures market, which is one of the main signs of recovering volatility.