Bitcoin Q1 2026 Posts Third-Worst Quarterly Loss Since 2013 as Ethereum Slides 32%
TLDR: Bitcoin’s Q1 2026 return of -23.21% is the third-worst since 2013, trailing only Q1 2018 and Q1 2014 losses. Ethereum recorded a -32.17% Q1 2026 return, falling well below its historical quarterly average of +66.45%. Bitcoin’s Q1 average of +45.90% is heavily skewed by extreme years like 2013’s record gain of +539.96%. Around $1.8 [...] The post Bitcoin Q1 2026 Posts Third-Worst Quarterly Loss Since 2013 as Ethereum Slides 32% appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ripple CTO Emeritus Recalls Massive 40,000 ETH Sale
Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz has recalled that he left like a genius after selling his massive ETH stash when the altcoin was still in its nascency..
US military used Anthropic in Iran strike despite ban order by Trump: WSJ
The US military reportedly relied on Anthropic’s Claude AI for intelligence analysis and targeting during an Iran strike hours after Trump ordered a ban on the company’s systems.
Traders, LayerZero flipped bullish - ZRO eyes $2.00, but THESE risks remain
LayerZero rebounded sharply from the recent market crash and printed higher highs despite broader weakness. The altcoin hit $1.88 before a modest pullback. At press time, ZRO traded at $1.81. The dThe post Traders, LayerZero flipped bullish - ZRO eyes $2.00, but THESE risks remain appeared first on AMBCrypto.
X Bans Crypto and Financial Content From Paid Partnerships Policy
TLDR: X now prohibits crypto, loans, and financial services from being promoted through organic paid partnership posts. Creators must label all paid partnership posts with clear disclosures like “Ad” or “Promoted Content” per X rules. Financial content banned from paid partnerships may still qualify for promotion through X’s formal advertising program. Violations of X’s Paid [...] The post X Bans Crypto and Financial Content From Paid Partnerships Policy appeared first on Blockonomi.
Binance Liquidity Supply Revisits 2024 Levels As Tradable BTC Rises — Details
Throughout February, the Bitcoin price barely showed real hopes of a trend shift from its stark bearish structure. However, in the last day, the flagship cryptocurrency has witnessed a modest amount of buying momentum, which might suggest an incoming short-term rebound, despite the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran. However, data from a recent […]
Geopolitical Risk and Bitcoin: What On-Chain Data Actually Reveals About Market Behavior
TLDR: Exchange Netflow data from three major conflicts shows Bitcoin inflows spike briefly, then normalize within 90 days. Bitcoin’s fixed supply schedule and network function remain unaffected by military conflicts or national fiscal crises. ETFs and institutional players now absorb geopolitical shocks through derivatives, reducing sustained spot market pressure. The U.S. Clarity Act and macro [...] The post Geopolitical Risk and Bitcoin: What On-Chain Data Actually Reveals About Market Behavior appeared first on Blockonomi.
Moonpay, M0, and Paypal Launch ‘PYUSDx’ to Power Application-Specific Stablecoins
Moonpay and the universal stablecoin platform M0 have introduced PYUSDx, a framework that allows developers to launch their own branded stablecoins backed by Paypal USD (PYUSD). Announced on February 27, 2026, PYUSDx is designed to eliminate the months of technical and regulatory overhead usually required to bring a new stablecoin to market. By using PYUSD—issued […]
Bitcoin’s Shaky Rebound: Iran Conflict Sparks Crypto Market Volatility
Introduction to shows caution rules now. keeps all guessing. Will ETF inflows save the day, or do outflows push lower? Crypto stays exciting—and risky. Follow updates as markets reopen. Stay tuned for more on Bitcoin prices, crypto news, and market […] The post Bitcoin’s Shaky Rebound: Iran Conflict Sparks Crypto Market Volatility appeared first on Blockmanity.
BTC Touched $68K After Khamenei Reported Death, XRP Surpasses BNB: Weekend Watch
JUP and HYPE are among the top performers in the past 24 hours, soaring by double digits.
War in 2026: 3 Cryptocurrencies to Watch Amid the Ongoing Geopolitical Storm
The global geopolitical tension is palpable. Here are a few cryptocurrencies worth watching in this context going in 2026.
Bitcoin Did Not Crash Because of Jane Street, Galaxy Research Says
The Jane Street controversy has been manufactured by the cryptocurrency community on X, according to X researcher Alex Thorn..
Polymarket Users Pocket Nearly $1M on Iran Strike Predictions Amid Insider Trading Allegations
Six Polymarket accounts made nearly $1M betting on US-Iran strikes hours before they occurred, triggering insider trading concerns and new legislation. The post Polymarket Users Pocket Nearly $1M on Iran Strike Predictions Amid Insider Trading Allegations appeared first on Blockonomi.
BTC’s Wild Ride: From $63K Crash to $68K Recovery Following Khamenei’s Death
Bitcoin crashed to $63K after Khamenei's death in airstrikes, then rallied to $68K. 157K traders liquidated with $657M lost in volatile 24-hour period. The post BTC’s Wild Ride: From $63K Crash to $68K Recovery Following Khamenei’s Death appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin Price Rebounds From Monthly Channel Bottom – Could $475,000 Be Next?
Over the weekend, the Bitcoin price and the crypto market witnessed significant pressure amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. After reports of Israeli strikes on Iran, the premier cryptocurrency dropped below $64,000 while dragging the rest of the market along with it. While the price of BTC seems to have recovered from […]
While Bitcoin ETFs bled, Solana and XRP won the week – Here's the data!
The final week of February 2026 saw renewed pressure across crypto markets. Rising geopolitical tensions weighed on global risk assets, including digital currencies. However, ETF flow data painted The post While Bitcoin ETFs bled, Solana and XRP won the week – Here's the data! appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Lemon Report: Latin America Grew Its Crypto User Base 3 Times Faster Than the US
According to a report by Lemon, an Argentina-based crypto exchange, Latin America increased its crypto user base at a rapid pace in 2025, growing adoption three times faster than the U.S. In total, the region’s users grew by almost by 20%, with Brazil leading in volumes and Argentina in active users. Lemon: Latin America Keeps […]
Ripple CEO Urges Banks to Act in Good Faith
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has urged the banks to act in "good faith" when it comes to the crypto bill as negotiations continue..
Ethereum Price Analysis: ETH Must Reclaim This Key Level to Confirm a Bullish Reversal
ETH is still trading in a clear downtrend, and the market is reacting fast to both macro risk and geopolitics. With the war in the Middle East adding extra uncertainty, Ethereum is sitting near the 1,800 area on the chart, right on a key demand zone where buyers have tried to defend multiple times. Ethereum […]
Polygon drops 11% - Can POL's $0.90 demand zone stop more losses?
Polygon [POL] has declined by 11% over the past 24 hours. This pullback has pushed the price closer to a critical demand zone near $0.90. That level now acts as the last major line of defense if beThe post Polygon drops 11% - Can POL's $0.90 demand zone stop more losses? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
AI Is Rapidly Accelerating Ethereum’s 2030 Roadmap Development, Says Vitalik Buterin
TLDR: A developer built an Ethereum 2030-aligned client prototype with 700,000 lines of code in two weeks using AI. Vitalik Buterin rebuilt his blog software in one hour using a 20B-parameter model running on his laptop. AI is accelerating formal verification efforts within the Lean Ethereum project, boosting protocol security. Buterin says bug-free code, once [...] The post AI Is Rapidly Accelerating Ethereum’s 2030 Roadmap Development, Says Vitalik Buterin appeared first on Blockonomi.
How Strategy and Metaplanet Bitcoin Singularity Turns Cheap Legacy Capital into an Endless Bitcoin Accumulation Machine
TLDR: Strategy and Metaplanet Bitcoin Singularity captures a 6.6% annual spread to fund Bitcoin purchases at zero net cost. STRC perpetual preferreds now yield 11.5%, widening the spread gap since Livingston first outlined the trade in November 2025. Scaling the model to $100 million in raised capital generates up to $6.6 million in free Bitcoin [...] The post How Strategy and Metaplanet Bitcoin Singularity Turns Cheap Legacy Capital into an Endless Bitcoin Accumulation Machine appeared first on Blockonomi.
Alchemy Unveils Autonomous Infrastructure Access for AI Agents via x402 Standard
Alchemy has launched a new “agentic” gateway that allows artificial intelligence (AI) agents to independently purchase compute credits and access blockchain data without any human intervention. Announced on February 26, 2026, the update introduces a programmatic payment flow using x402, an open-source payment standard developed by Coinbase. This protocol revives the dormant “402 Payment Required” […]
6 Polymarket traders net $1M on US-Iran strike, spark insider fears: Report
The newly created Polymarket wallets placed bets on the timing of a US strike against Iran, buying shares hours before the first explosions were reported in Tehran.
Bitcoin whipsaw liquidates nearly $300 mln in 24 hours - What comes next
Bitcoin [BTC] saw intense volatility over the past week of trading. On Wednesday, the 25th of February, BTC formed a local top at $69,988 and fell by 9.94% to a local low of $63,030 on Saturday, the 2The post Bitcoin whipsaw liquidates nearly $300 mln in 24 hours - What comes next appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Washington’s Crackdown on Southeast Asian Scam Centers Tops $580 Million in Crypto Seizures
Washington’s newest crypto-fraud crackdown is starting to put real numbers on a shadowy ecosystem that has quietly drained innocent people’s savings for years. Federal prosecutors say the money trail is finally being cut off – and the amount seized is staggering. DOJ Strike Force Says ‘Pig Butchering’ Networks Are Losing Access to Their Crypto War […]
VIRTUAL falls 12% – But THIS group of buyers could change everything
VIRTUAL entered the weekend under pressure as the broader crypto market slipped. The token fell 12% in 24 hours, extending weekly losses to 11%. The setup suggested limited room for an immediate reThe post VIRTUAL falls 12% – But THIS group of buyers could change everything appeared first on AMBCrypto.
March 2026 Web3 Events: Your Ultimate Visual Calendar for Crypto’s Big Moments
Why Matter for Crypto Traders and Builders In the fast-moving world of crypto, staying ahead means knowing what is coming next. March 2026 brings a mix of big conferences, token unlocks, policy changes, and economic data releases. These events could […] The post March 2026 Web3 Events: Your Ultimate Visual Calendar for Crypto’s Big Moments appeared first on Blockmanity.
ICE Stock Jumps 6.6% on Earnings Win and Game-Changing Blockchain Settlement Plans – Here’s What’s Driving It
on Earnings Win and Game-Changing Plans – Here’s What’s Driving It Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the company behind the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), just saw its stock rise 6.6% after a strong earnings report. But it’s not just the numbers. […] The post ICE Stock Jumps 6.6% on Earnings Win and Game-Changing Blockchain Settlement Plans – Here’s What’s Driving It appeared first on Blockmanity.
Assessing SPX6900's 55% crash – Why SPX bulls need $0.27 to hold
SPX6900 [SPX] has maintained a sustained bearish structure since late January, reflecting persistent distribution pressure across the market. The asset declined towards $0.2767 as sellers steadily domThe post Assessing SPX6900's 55% crash – Why SPX bulls need $0.27 to hold appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Arrival of The Machines, The Race of the Superapps, and More – Week In Review
Financial and crypto markets are flashing crosscurrents. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns of 2008-style overconfidence and rising credit risks, including potential AI-driven shocks. Binance faces a Senate probe over alleged $1.7B in Iran-linked transfers, intensifying regulatory scrutiny. Meanwhile, Bitcoin ETFs continue bleeding capital even as Meta, Coinbase, and Kraken race to build crypto superapps. At […]
XRP Ledger Dev Raises Alert on Fake 'Passes' Scam Targeting Wallets
XRP wallet holders have been warned of scams attempting to drain funds in a recent alert.
XRP Ledger Positioned For Real World Asset Explosion As Securitize Teases $400-T Market
The conversation around real-world asset (RWA) tokenization is heating up, and the numbers are staggering. After digital asset securities firm Securitize highlighted the potential for a $400 trillion global asset market to move on-chain, attention quickly shifted to the blockchains positioned to support that scale. The XRP ecosystem, specifically the XRP Ledger, is increasingly being […]
Bitcoin recovers to $68K following death of Iranian Supreme Leader
Donald Trump described Ayatollah Khamenei as “one of the most evil people in history,” on Truth Social.
Weekly Bitcoin ETFs flow remain positive with BTC back above $66K
Bitcoin ETFs recorded $787.31 million in net inflows for the week ending February 27, reversing the prior week’s $315.86 million in outflows. The positive weekly flow came from three consecutive days of strong buying from February 24-26, totaling $1.02 billion,…
Anthropic’s 2026 Agentic Coding Report Maps the Rise of Multi-Agent Dev Teams
Anthropic’s 2026 Agentic Coding Trends Report makes a bold claim: software development is no longer about writing code — it’s about orchestrating AI agents that write it for you. Engineers as Conductors: AI Agents Take the Coding Stage Unless you’ve been living in a cave for the first two months of 2026, you’ve likely noticed […]
Ripple Exec Clears The Air On Blocked XRP Transactions – When Does It Happen?
Former Ripple Chief Technology Officer (CTO) David Schwartz has addressed speculation that the crypto firm can block transactions on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). He explained the only way this could happen amid claims that the network is centralized. Ripple CTO Emeritus Explains How An XRP Transaction Can Be Blocked In an X post, the former […]
Bitcoin Extortion Plot Turns Violent as Fake Mailman Forces Way Into Home
Alleged bitcoin extortion turned violent in Seattle as prosecutors say a suspect posed as a postal worker, forced entry into a home, and demanded cryptocurrency. Seattle Couple Terrorized in Alleged Bitcoin Extortion Home Invasion Extortion schemes targeting digital assets such as bitcoin can escalate into alleged in-person confrontations involving significant violence. Ian Alexander Blair, 31, […]
Bitcoin whale addresses holding 100 BTC hit ATH - Strategic play for H2 rally?
Whale accumulation during periods of distress is rarely coincidental. On-chain analytics corroborate this behavior. Market conditions remain in extreme fear, as geopolitical tension between Iran anThe post Bitcoin whale addresses holding 100 BTC hit ATH - Strategic play for H2 rally? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Ethereum smart accounts are finally coming 'within a year' — Vitalik Buterin
Removing intermediaries with account abstraction is a “core principle of non-ugly cypherpunk Ethereum,” said Buterin.
Crypto At The Casino? UK Weighs Letting Online Bettors Pay With Digital Currency
British gamblers searching for ways to bet with cryptocurrency are more likely to end up on an illegal website than a regulated one. That is part of what prompted the UK Gambling Commission to start asking whether something needs to change. Related Reading: Mt. Gox Ex-CEO Wants Bitcoin’s Rules Rewritten To Claw Back $5B In […]
Robert Kiyosaki Warns ‘AI Will Replace You’ as Employee Thinking Faces Automation
Artificial intelligence will widen wealth gaps and global conflict will deepen economic turmoil, Robert Kiyosaki warned, arguing that entrepreneurs who embrace AI will prosper while workers risk replacement amid rising geopolitical tensions. Robert Kiyosaki Warns Automation and War Are Reshaping Global Economic Stability Rich Dad Poor Dad author and investor Robert Kiyosaki shared posts on […]
Analyzing Decred's post-selloff state - Is $24 or $35 next for DCR?
With the crypto market under extreme stress, Decred recorded a major drop on its price charts. The altcoin crashed by 27%, falling from a five-month high of $37 to a low of $27 - A sign of intense dowThe post Analyzing Decred's post-selloff state - Is $24 or $35 next for DCR? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
11 US Senators Urge Treasury, DOJ to Probe Binance Over Iran Sanctions Risks
Senate Democrats are urging a federal probe into Binance over alleged sanctions and anti-money laundering violations, intensifying scrutiny of the crypto exchange amid concerns its compliance failures could pose serious U.S. national security risks. Senate Democrats Demand Binance Sanctions Probe U.S. senators sent a letter to the Treasury and Justice Departments on Feb. 27, urging […]
Pundit Uses Bitcoin Halving Cycle To Show Exactly When To Start Buying BTC Again
Bitcoin’s long-term structure has always been examined through the perspective of its halving cycle, and one crypto pundit believes the pattern is pointing to a clear price bottom. The analysis centers on a recurring time-based rhythm tied to each halving event, and it proposes a specific window for when accumulation could begin again. Crypto pundit […]
Solana [SOL] stalls at range highs as market panic overrides capital inflows
Solana [SOL] recorded a strong rally earlier in the week. The move from $75.6 to $92.1 was a 21.78% bounce made in just 32 hours of trading. Unfortunately for the bulls, Solana has been trading withinThe post Solana [SOL] stalls at range highs as market panic overrides capital inflows appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Shiba Inu Futures Traders Turn Bearish as OI Falls 8%
Shiba Inu's open interest sits at 10.59 trillion SHIB, showing a notable decline of over 8% in 24 hours as market sentiment turns bearish.
Morgan Stanley Seeks OCC Trust Charter for Crypto Custody Arm
Morgan Stanley has applied for a national trust bank charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), seeking to launch a federally regulated subsidiary focused on digital asset custody and related crypto services. Morgan Stanley Seeks Federal Charter for Digital Asset Custody Morgan Stanley has submitted an application to the Office of […]
The End of Step Finance: How a Wallet Compromise Killed the Solana DeFi Aggregator
After exploring fundraising and acquisition options, the teams concluded that no sustainable recovery path existed following the breach.
Banking Giant Barclays Considers Blockchain Payment Platform – Details
Prominent British multinational bank Barclays Plc is exploring the development of a blockchain platform to support payments, signaling a deeper push by traditional finance lenders into digital-asset technology. Notably, the move places Barclays alongside global rivals that are racing to modernize payment infrastructure amid rising adoption of blockchain products, especially stablecoin. Related Reading: ‘Making Bitcoin […]
Bitcoin Bottom Fractal Signals 130% Rally – Valid for 2026 Market?
What is the and Why It Matters Now Bitcoin price action often repeats patterns from the past. A key signal called the just appeared again. This same pattern showed up in 2023. It led to a huge in 2024. Now, […] The post Bitcoin Bottom Fractal Signals 130% Rally – Valid for 2026 Market? appeared first on Blockmanity.
Coinidol.com: Litecoin Pauses Its Bullish Rise above $50
Litecoin (LTC) has resumed its bullish ascent after breaking above the 21-day SMA barrier.
Here's why Stellar's (XLM) price action may be at the risk of a 28% drop
As tensions between the United States and Iran escalate, the broader crypto market has come under significant pressure. Amid this uncertainty, Stellar (XLM) seems to be opening the door for further doThe post Here's why Stellar's (XLM) price action may be at the risk of a 28% drop appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Mark Karpelès Proposes Bitcoin Hard Fork to Recover 79,956 BTC Stolen From Mt Gox
Mark Karpelès has proposed a Bitcoin hard fork to recover nearly 80,000 BTC tied to the 2011 Mt Gox hack — and the idea was swiftly shut down on Bitcoin Core’s Github as spam. Karpelès Seeks Consensus Rule Change to Unlock Dormant 2011 Mt Gox Coins Mark Karpelès, former CEO of the now-defunct Mt Gox, […]
World Liberty Financial Sets New Transparency Benchmark With Real-Time Proof-Of-Reserves For USD1
The race to make stablecoins safer and more transparent has entered a new phase. World Liberty Financial has unveiled a real-time proof-of-reserves system for its USD1 stablecoin, marking a shift from periodic disclosures toward continuous on-chain verification. The move positions USD1 as one of the first major stablecoins to allow anyone to monitor backing assets live, rather than relying solely on delayed attestations. In an industry where trust often hinges on disclosures that arrive weeks or months after the fact, the new framework aims to remove uncertainty entirely. By publishing reserve data directly on-chain and updating it continuously, the company The post World Liberty Financial Sets New Transparency Benchmark With Real-Time Proof-Of-Reserves For USD1 appeared first on The Merkle News.
Tether Freezes $4.2 Billion In USDT Linked To Criminal Activity As Stablecoin Supply Surpasses $180 Billion
Tether has frozen approximately $4.2 billion worth of USDT linked to illicit activity, marking one of the largest enforcement efforts in the history of the stablecoin market. According to Reuters, roughly $3.5 billion of that total has been frozen since 2023, signaling an aggressive compliance shift by the world’s largest stablecoin issuer. The figures highlight the scale at which USDT circulates globally, and the level of scrutiny now surrounding its use. This week alone, Tether assisted U.S. authorities in blocking nearly $61 million tied to so-called “pig-butchering” scams, a fast-growing category of cross-border crypto fraud. The scale of the freezes The post Tether Freezes $4.2 Billion In USDT Linked To Criminal Activity As Stablecoin Supply Surpasses $180 Billion appeared first on The Merkle News.
Ethereum Derivatives Market Contracts Sharply as Macro Pressures and Geopolitical Risks Drain Risk Appetite
TLDR: Ethereum open interest in ETH terms fell from 7.79M to 5.8M across all major derivatives exchanges. Binance notional open interest dropped from $12.6B to $4.1B, yet still holds nearly 35% of total market share. Core PPI rose 0.8% month-over-month, reducing Federal Reserve rate cut expectations and pressuring risk assets. Bybit and Gate.io both recorded [...] The post Ethereum Derivatives Market Contracts Sharply as Macro Pressures and Geopolitical Risks Drain Risk Appetite appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ethereum Unveils A Comprehensive Two-Track Scaling Strategy For The Next Era Of Network Growth
Vitalik Buterin has laid out a detailed and methodical roadmap for Ethereum’s next chapter of scaling, clearly separating the plan into two distinct tracks: short-term upgrades designed to expand execution capacity safely, and long-term structural changes aimed at fundamentally transforming how the network validates and stores data. In a recent post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Buterin broke down the technical direction with unusual clarity, explaining how the upcoming Glamsterdam fork will introduce smarter block verification mechanisms, refined gas accounting, and early multidimensional pricing—while longer-term efforts like ZK-EVM integration and PeerDAS development prepare Ethereum for hyperscale growth. Read the original The post Ethereum Unveils A Comprehensive Two-Track Scaling Strategy For The Next Era Of Network Growth appeared first on The Merkle News.
Ethereum: Is a price bottom forming as 37.1M ETH gets staked?
Macro FUD is ramping up, and the market is starting to get tested. On the charts, holding key levels is crucial to keep FOMO alive, especially as geopolitical tensions are already sparking pockets The post Ethereum: Is a price bottom forming as 37.1M ETH gets staked? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Losses from crypto hacks reach lowest monthly figure since early 2025
Crypto hacks and exploits resulted in approximately $37.7 million in losses during February 2026 and were the lowest monthly figure since March 2025 according to Certik data. Phishing attacks accounted for $8.6 million of the total, while wallet compromise led…
Moonpay, Paypal, And M0 Launch Pyusdx Framework To Accelerate Next Generation Stablecoin Development
A new collaboration between MoonPay, PayPal, and M0 is aiming to reshape how stablecoins are created and deployed. The partners have unveiled PYUSDx, a tokenization framework designed to simplify the process of issuing and managing application-specific stablecoins while maintaining backing through PayPal USD. The announcement signals a growing push toward modular stablecoin infrastructure, tools that allow developers and businesses to launch tailored digital dollars without building complex financial and compliance systems from scratch. By focusing on speed and interoperability, the framework seeks to remove many of the barriers that traditionally slowed stablecoin experimentation. Introducing PYUSDx. A new offering from M0, The post Moonpay, Paypal, And M0 Launch Pyusdx Framework To Accelerate Next Generation Stablecoin Development appeared first on The Merkle News.
MARA Reports Massive $1.7B Q4 Loss After Bitcoin’s 30% Slide Triggers $1.5B Markdown
Largest U.S. public Bitcoin miner MARA Holdings stunned the market after reporting a $1.71 billion net loss in Q4 2025, a dramatic swing from the $528 million net income recorded a year earlier. Revenue declined 6% year-over-year to $202.3 million, while adjusted EBITDA plunged to negative $1.49 billion. The stock had already fallen roughly 46% over the past six months, reflecting pressure across the mining sector. At first glance, the quarter looks devastating. But the numbers demand context. Bitcoin’s 30% Drop Triggers $1.5B Fair-Value Hit The overwhelming driver behind the loss wasn’t operational collapse, it was accounting mechanics. During the The post MARA Reports Massive $1.7B Q4 Loss After Bitcoin’s 30% Slide Triggers $1.5B Markdown appeared first on The Merkle News.
Bitcoin Erases Iran Strike Losses as Traders Reprice Geopolitical Shock
On Saturday, as tensions intensified across the Middle East and U.S. airstrikes targeted Iran, bitcoin climbed from an intraday low of $63,176 per coin to $67,152 by 3:45 p.m. Eastern time. The digital asset now sits 2% higher against the greenback, hovering just shy of the $67,000 threshold. Crypto Markets Whipsaw After U.S. Airstrikes, Bitcoin […]
Anthropic CEO responds to Pentagon order prohibiting military use
The company was the first to deploy its AI models on classified US military cloud networks, according to Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei.
Ether’s 60% down from its 2025 high, but TradFi keeps betting on ETH: Here’s why
Ethereum’s dominant total value locked and widespread adoption by traditional finance institutions confirm its role as the base of global onchain finance. Will Ether price follow?
South Korea Tax Agency’s Epic Blunder: Leaked Wallet Code Triggers $480M Crypto Heist
South Korea Tax Agency’s Epic Blunder: Leaked Wallet Code Triggers $480M Crypto Heist Imagine sharing a photo of your safe to show off your wealth, only for thieves to crack it open overnight. That’s what happened to South Korea’s National […] The post South Korea Tax Agency’s Epic Blunder: Leaked Wallet Code Triggers $480M Crypto Heist appeared first on Blockmanity.
Crypto market update: Bitcoin and Ethereum price drop after explosion reported in Tehran
Bitcoin fell to $63,062 before recovering to $66,201 following reports of large explosions in Tehran as the United States and Israel launched strikes across Iran. Ethereum (ETH) dropped to $1,837 before rebounding to $1,940. As per the data at the…
Iran War Rocks Global Markets: What It Means for Stocks, Bitcoin, Gold and the Economy
TLDR: Bitcoin dropped to $63K within minutes of the Iran War breaking out, triggering over $515M in crypto liquidations. Gold surged past $5,200 as the Iran War intensified, with Bank of America forecasting a $6,000 per ounce target. The Strait of Hormuz carries 20% of global oil daily, and tankers are already halting movement amid [...] The post Iran War Rocks Global Markets: What It Means for Stocks, Bitcoin, Gold and the Economy appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin Buying Just Ramped Up Into The Billions Again, Is It Time To Get Back In?
Recent on-chain data shows a significant increase in Bitcoin flowing into certain wallets, suggesting renewed accumulation. Despite experiencing months of bearish pressure and major sell-offs, some investors appear to be using the ongoing market downturn as an opportunity to strengthen their positions. With the recent accumulation ramp-up, the question remains whether now may be the […]
Bitcoin: Why analysts warn BTC could drop to $38K in current cycle
Bitcoin [BTC] has witnessed reduced demand from U.S.-based investors in recent months. This fact was established using the Coinbase Premium, but it saw a positive development over the past few days. The post Bitcoin: Why analysts warn BTC could drop to $38K in current cycle appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Feds Seize $61 Million in Tether Linked to ‘Pig Butchering’ Crypto Scams
A tip to Homeland Security unraveled a multi-wallet laundering scheme, which ultimately resulted in a $61 million Tether confiscation.
Bitcoin Price Jumps to $67K After Reports That Iran’s Supreme Leader Was Killed
BTC has completely turned the tables around during this highly volatile day.
KAI Exchange Celebrates Satoshi Nakamoto’s Birthday on March 1 With 10,000 Traders Worldwide
[PRESS RELEASE – Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 28th, 2026] KAI Exchange, the world’s leading AI-native cryptocurrency trading platform, says it has received a mysterious message from Satoshi Nakamoto: “April 5th is not Satoshi Nakamoto’s birthday (that belongs to Changpeng Zhao); Satoshi’s real birthday is March 1st.” Upon receiving this confidential message, KAI Exchange immediately […]
South Korea’s National Tax Service Publishes Seed Phrase Photo, Sparks Wallet Breach
South Korea’s National Tax Service (NTS) accidentally published a cryptocurrency wallet’s recovery phrase in a Feb. 26 press release, enabling the temporary transfer of roughly $4.8 million in seized tokens before the assets were returned hours later. NTS Press Release Leak Leads to $4.8M Token Transfer in Seoul South Korea’s NTS disclosed a cryptocurrency wallet’s […]
Bitcoin bottom fractal calls for 130% rally, but is the model valid in 2026?
A rare Bitcoin bottom signal from 2023 has flashed again, but the 2026 macroeconomic backdrop calls its validity into question. Can BTC price defy the odds?
Hyperliquid defies altcoin weakness: What’s driving HYPE’s demand?
Market conditions remain unfavorable for most altcoins as Bitcoin [BTC] continues to dominate capital flows. At press time, the Altcoin Season Index stood at 34/100, showing that fewer than 35% of thThe post Hyperliquid defies altcoin weakness: What’s driving HYPE’s demand? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Lyn Alden: Bitcoin’s four-year cycle is evolving, retail participation remains muted, and integration into finance is crucial for global adoption | The Wolf Of All Streets
Bitcoin's future hinges on retail interest as institutional access fails to spark a market revival. The post Lyn Alden: Bitcoin’s four-year cycle is evolving, retail participation remains muted, and integration into finance is crucial for global adoption | The Wolf Of All Streets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Crypto Market Plunge Today: US-Israel Iran Strike Triggers $107 Billion Sell-Off
What Happened in the Crypto Market Today? The crypto market saw a big drop today. The total market value fell by $107 billion in just 24 hours. It now sits at $2.20 trillion. This sharp fall came after news of […] The post Crypto Market Plunge Today: US-Israel Iran Strike Triggers $107 Billion Sell-Off appeared first on Blockmanity.
Bitcoin ETF Inflow Streak Snaps With $27 Million Outflow
Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) paused their multi-day inflow streak with a $27.5 million outflow on Friday, while ether funds lost $43 million. XRP and Solana ETFs continued to attract modest inflows. Crypto ETFs See Mixed Friday as Bitcoin and Ether Turn Red The rally finally took a breather. After three trading sessions of steady gains, […]
Bitcoin At A Crossroads: $60,000 Fortress Vs. $70,000 Ceiling
Bitcoin has experienced another net loss over the past week, with the premier cryptocurrency struggling to reclaim key technical levels. Meanwhile, a recent market evaluation shows that while price action is volatile, it is largely range-trapped between $60,000 to $70,000. Related Reading: Binance Surpasses $35B In Gold Volume As Crypto-Native Traders Disrupt Traditional Commodity Desks […]
Crypto treasury companies likely to consolidate in 2026: Crypto exec
Declining crypto prices mean that many digital asset treasuries are either underwater or trading at a discount to their net asset value.
JPYC Lands $11.9 Million Series B to Supercharge Japan’s Yen Stablecoin and Web3 Future
JPYC Lands to Supercharge Japan’s Yen Stablecoin and Web3 Future Japan is making big moves in the crypto world. A key player called JPYC just raised $11.9 million in the first part of its Series B funding round. This cash […] The post JPYC Lands $11.9 Million Series B to Supercharge Japan’s Yen Stablecoin and Web3 Future appeared first on Blockmanity.
Latin America’s Largest Bitcoin Treasury Firm Suspended on Instagram for Third Time
TLDR: OranjeBTC says repeated Instagram suspensions disrupt official investor communication and financial education efforts. The company attributes the removals to automated moderation rather than policy violations. CEO Gui Gomes appealed directly to Meta for a formal review and clarity. The case highlights friction between crypto education and social media enforcement systems. Latin America’s largest Bitcoin treasury [...] The post Latin America’s Largest Bitcoin Treasury Firm Suspended on Instagram for Third Time appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ethereum price prediction: What's next as ETH loses $1,900 support?
The market hates political uncertainties. On the 28th of February 2026, escalating conflict between Iran and Israel rattled global markets. Reports of missile strikes and regional attacks triggered imThe post Ethereum price prediction: What's next as ETH loses $1,900 support? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Did Prediction Market Traders See It Coming? Big Wins and Bigger Losses Follow Iran Strike
Prediction markets are crackling with activity after the United States, in coordination with Israel, carried out major airstrikes against Iran. At present, traders are pricing in a 46% probability that the Iranian regime will fall by June 30, and following the latest strike, it emerged that several market participants pocketed gains by calling the timing […]
New cryptocurrency Mutuum Finance advances decentralized lending on Ethereum network
Mutuum Finance raises more than $20.6m as it builds a non-custodial lending protocol on Ethereum. Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new cryptocurrency project building decentralized lending infrastructure on Ethereum, continues expanding its protocol development as fundraising surpasses $20.6 million. The non-custodial…
INJ Price Holds Critical Demand Zone After 95% Drop: Can It Repeat the 4,619% Rally?
TLDR: INJ is down roughly 95% from its macro high and now trades near the $2.70–$1.70 HTF accumulation zone. A high-timeframe fair value gap is active at current price levels, signaling a potential re-accumulation structure forming. The previous cycle saw INJ rally approximately 4,619% from a similar deep corrective and accumulation base phase. Analysts set [...] The post INJ Price Holds Critical Demand Zone After 95% Drop: Can It Repeat the 4,619% Rally? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Vitalik Buterin Unveils Ethereum’s Comprehensive Quantum Resistance Roadmap
Buterin proposes replacing consensus-layer BLS signatures with hash-based schemes, such as Winternitz variants.
Bitcoin Is Down 48%, But the Biggest Buyers in History Are Still Accumulating
TLDR: Bitcoin dropped 48% from ~$126K in Oct 2025, now trading near $66K amid heavy negative sentiment. U.S. holds 328,372 BTC in its Strategic Reserve; states like Texas, Arizona, New Hampshire joined in. Institutions absorbed ~697K BTC in 2025, over 4x the ~164K BTC produced post-halving that year. Only ~3.02M BTC remain on exchanges; ETFs [...] The post Bitcoin Is Down 48%, But the Biggest Buyers in History Are Still Accumulating appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ethereum Price Hits Critical 5Y Volume Support Zone: Is a Multi-Month Reversal Setting Up?
TLDR: Ethereum is testing a major five-year high-volume node between $1,850 and $2,000 on the monthly chart. The latest monthly candle prints a long lower wick, signaling active defense by larger market participants. ETH structure remains heavy with lower highs from $4,000, keeping resistance firm between $2,700 and $3,600. On-chain transaction data mirrors the 2017 [...] The post Ethereum Price Hits Critical 5Y Volume Support Zone: Is a Multi-Month Reversal Setting Up? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Seized Crypto Stolen As South Korea’s Tax Authority Leaks Private Key
A piece of paper ruined everything. South Korea’s National Tax Service (NTS) published an official press release last Thursday meant to highlight its crackdown on tax dodgers — and somewhere in the process, a full wallet seed phrase was photographed, printed, and sent out to the public without anyone apparently noticing. Related Reading: Bitcoin Mega-Holders […]
Examining if Story can recover after IP's 2-month price slump
The crypto market fell more than 3.5% after Israel’s strike on Iran sparked fresh fears. At press time, Story[IP] was down over 12%. Daily trading volume also dropped 16% to $43 million, signaliThe post Examining if Story can recover after IP's 2-month price slump appeared first on AMBCrypto.
MoonPay and PayPal Push PYUSDx to Accelerate Stablecoin Creation
TLDR: PYUSDx allows developers to launch application-specific stablecoins backed by PayPal USD without building full issuance systems. The platform combines MoonPay distribution tools with M0’s token framework for faster stablecoin deployment. PYUSDx tokens remain separate from PayPal and Paxos products and cannot be used inside PayPal or Venmo apps. USD.ai is the first project using [...] The post MoonPay and PayPal Push PYUSDx to Accelerate Stablecoin Creation appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP Rebounds From $1.27 Low but Market Fear Still Looms Over Recovery
XRP rebounds from a sharp drop to $1.27 but remains under pressure as broader crypto markets slide amid rising geopolitical tensions, leaving the token vulnerable to renewed downside despite signs of short-term stabilization. XRP Climbs From $1.27 Panic Low but Downtrend Still Threatens At 10:32 on Feb. 28, XRP is trading at $1.32635 after rebounding […]
Bitcoin Cycle Patterns Reveal $31,500 Bottom Potential – Expert Breakdown
Bitcoin Faces Tough Times: A Deeper Drop Ahead? Bitcoin price is stuck. It can’t break past the $70,000 level. This makes many worry about a bigger fall. A market analyst points to a that suggests a low around . This […] The post Bitcoin Cycle Patterns Reveal $31,500 Bottom Potential – Expert Breakdown appeared first on Blockmanity.
Bitcoin Declines as Gold Gains, Peter Schiff Expects Further Divergence
Peter Schiff has predicted the divergence between Bitcoin and precious metals might continue all year long.
Here’s why OpenAI’s $110B raise is a major headwind for crypto
The race for dominance in Artificial Intelligence (AI) is clearly accelerating. While the U.S and China have long competed to lead the sector, competition is now intensifying within U.S-based tech The post Here’s why OpenAI’s $110B raise is a major headwind for crypto appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Today’s crypto alert: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and new utility protocols
Investors shift focus as Bitcoin and Ethereum align with emerging high-utility crypto protocols. While the primary focus remains on the price action of major cryptocurrencies, a deeper shift is happening in the background. Investors are increasingly looking at how the…
Bitcoin Sell Volume Surges by $1.8 Billion Amid US Tensions
The Bitcoin derivatives market is seeing intensifying pressure as investors' sentiment turns bearish again with Bitcoin retesting $63,000.
Ethereum’s Liquidity Edge: Why Institutions Ignore Faster Blockchains
Ethereum’s Liquidity Edge: In the fast-moving world of crypto, new blockchains pop up all the time. They promise super speed and low fees. Solana, Sui, and others claim to be the next big thing. Yet, big institutions like banks and […] The post Ethereum’s Liquidity Edge: Why Institutions Ignore Faster Blockchains appeared first on Blockmanity.