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 | CME Capitalizes On ADA, XLM, LINK In Crypto Strategy: Key Figures Exposed
CME Group, the world’s largest derivatives marketplace, is expanding its footprint in crypto with the launch of new futures contracts tied to Cardano (ADA), Chainlink (LINK), and Stellar (XLM). In a blog post published Monday, the exchange confirmed that the crypto contracts went live on February 9, marking another step in the steady buildout of... By Ronaldo Marquez Published March 2, 2026 22:41 UTC (18m ago) |
 | Uniswap secures full dismissal in scam token class action lawsuit
Uniswap wins final dismissal in scam token class action as court rules DeFi developers not liable for third party misuse. The post Uniswap secures full dismissal in scam token class action lawsuit appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published March 2, 2026 22:37 UTC (22m ago) |
 | X Opens The Door To Crypto Promotions — With Strings Attached
Crypto influencers just got a new way to make money on X. The social media platform owned by Elon Musk quietly reversed its long-standing ban on sponsored crypto content over the weekend, rolling out a paid partnership labeling system that now lets creators openly monetize their crypto posts. Related Reading: Trump Media Plans Truth Social […] By Christian Encila Published March 2, 2026 22:30 UTC (29m ago) |
 | ‘Good, Sensible Outcome’ — Judge Dismisses Class Action Against Uniswap Labs in New York
A federal judge in Manhattan has dismissed with prejudice all remaining claims against Uniswap Labs and its CEO, Hayden Adams, delivering a decisive courtroom win for decentralized finance ( DeFi) developers accused of facilitating crypto scams. ‘Another Day, Another Precedent-Setting Ruling for DeFi,’ Uniswap Foundation’s General Counsel Says On... By Jamie Redman Published March 2, 2026 22:27 UTC (32m ago) |
 | PayPay, 40% owner of Binance Japan, seeks up to $1.1 billion in Nasdaq IPO
The Nasdaq-bound payments firm backed by SoftBank targets a valuation above $10 billion. By Helene Braun Published March 2, 2026 22:27 UTC (32m ago) |
 | Ripple Frees 1 Billion XRP, Solana Leads Top 10 With 11% Price Jump, Musk Compares Anthropic CEO to SBF — U.Today Crypto Digest
Crypto news digest: Ripple unlocks 1 billion XRP from escrow; Solana price jumps 11%; Elon Musk intensified the AI arms race. By Dan Burgin Published March 2, 2026 22:25 UTC (34m ago) |
 | Ethereum Rivals Cardano With Upcoming Upgrades as Markets Rally
The post Ethereum Rivals Cardano With Upcoming Upgrades as Markets Rally appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ethereum plans on implementing Proposer-Builder Separation (ePBS) and Fork-Choice-Enforced Inclusion Lists (FOCIL) within this year’s Glamsterdam and Hegota upgrades. Both aim to uphold network decentralization and scalability while... By Steve Muchoki Published March 2, 2026 22:21 UTC (38m ago) |
 | US authorities seek to recover $327K USDt from romance fraud scheme
A February report claimed that Tether had frozen about $4.2 billion worth of its USDt stablecoin allegedly connected to illicit activities since 2023. By Turner Wright Published March 2, 2026 22:12 UTC (47m ago) |
 | The $650M Wave: Why XRP’s Record Inflow To Binance Signals A Massive Institutional Retreat
XRP has remained under sustained pressure since July 2025, losing more than 60% of its value from its all-time high and establishing a persistent downtrend. What initially appeared to be a corrective phase gradually evolved into structural weakness, as lower highs and fading momentum signaled deteriorating conviction across the market. Recent... By Sebastian Villafuerte Published March 2, 2026 22:00 UTC (59m ago) |
| XRP Whales Now Hold 83.7% of All Supply – What’s Next For Price?
XRP price continues to trade under a prolonged downtrend that has limited sustained upside for months. The altcoin has repeatedly failed to reclaim key resistance levels. While short-term sentiment shows mild improvement, the broader macro structure remains tilted toward caution. Recent on-chain developments introduce a complex dynamic. Whale... By Aaryamann Shrivastava Published March 2, 2026 22:00 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Analyst: XRP & HBAR Holders Risk Huge Sell-Off As Gulf Tensions Hit Oil
Analyst sounds the alarm over tensions involving Iran, the US & Israel — including reported airstrikes and attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published March 2, 2026 21:55 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Bitcoin futures demand falls to 2024 lows: Are institutions exiting the market?
Month over month Bitcoin open interest continues to decline, while BTC options markets highlight balanced demand. Does the data point to reduced institutional investor activity? By Marcel Pechman Published March 2, 2026 21:52 UTC (1h ago) |
 | 3 Green Days Power Strong Crypto ETF Week as Bitcoin ETFs Add $787 Million
Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) closed the week of Feb. 23–27 with strong net inflows, led by $787 million into bitcoin funds. Ether, solana, and XRP products also posted weekly gains despite late-week volatility. Combined $921 Million Inflow for Crypto ETFs Despite Friday Pause Momentum defined the week for crypto ETFs. After opening with... By Emmanuel Musa Published March 2, 2026 21:45 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Buterin Says Ethereum’s Biggest Bottlenecks Are State Tree and VM, Proposes Deep Fix
Buterin proposes binary state trees and eventual RISC-V VM shift to improve Ethereum's proving efficiency and execution simplicity. By Chayanika Deka Published March 2, 2026 21:40 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Core Scientific turns lower after Q4 results disappoint
Riot Platforms topped revenue estimates as it reported earnings for the final three months of 2025. By James Van Straten Published March 2, 2026 21:38 UTC (1h ago) |
 | TD Securities sees NYSE tokenization as institutional turning point
TD Securities' Reid Noch sees the exchange's tokenized-equities plan as a “market structure” moment, a sign that Wall Street is taking tokenization seriously. By Sam Bourgi Published March 2, 2026 21:32 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Ethereum usage is at record highs yet ETH nears its longest monthly losing streak since 2018
Ethereum is approaching a milestone that few investors would welcome: its longest run of consecutive monthly losses since the 2018 crypto winter. Since September 2025, ETH has posted six straight monthly declines, a stretch that has cut its price by roughly 60% from its August 2025 record high of $4,953 to below $2,000. A losing […] The post... By Oluwapelumi Adejumo Published March 2, 2026 21:30 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Bitfinex revives tokenized bonds targeting crypto-native yield seekers
Bitfinex Securities will restart USDt-denominated bond issuances on Bitcoin’s Liquid Network, following four previous tokenized offerings totaling $6.2 million since 2023. By Nate Kostar Published March 2, 2026 21:23 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Monad's cbBTC bridge may add $5B in Bitcoin-backed liquidity
Chainlink’s protocol enables Coinbase’s cbBTC to move from Base to Monad, boosting Bitcoin-backed liquidity into the layer-1’s DeFi ecosystem. By Nate Kostar Published March 2, 2026 21:21 UTC (1h ago) |
| Solana Mobile Stack Goes Global as OEM Push Begins at MWC 2026
TLDR: Solana Mobile shipped 200,000+ devices across Saga and Seeker, generating over $5B in onchain volume. The SMS stack integrates with Visa, Stripe, PayPal, and Western Union on Solana’s live financial rails. Stablecoin volume on blockchains hit $27.6T in 2024, surpassing combined Visa and Mastercard totals. Over 75,000 users claimed SKR at... By Brenda Mary Published March 2, 2026 21:14 UTC (1h ago) |
| Ripple Conducts Largest-Ever RLUSD Mint
Ripple reached a major liquidity milestone as its treasury executed a record-breaking 69 million RLUSD mint. By Alex Dovbnya Published March 2, 2026 21:10 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Wall Street Giant JPMorgan Sees Clarity Act Driving Second-Half Upside
The crypto industry has spent years asking Washington for clear rules. It may be getting closer to an answer. JPMorgan analysts are now predicting that the Clarity Act — a sweeping bill designed to set formal ground rules for how digital assets are regulated in the US — will be signed into law by the middle of this year. If this timeline holds, it... By Christian Encila Published March 2, 2026 21:00 UTC (1h ago) |
 | No Rebound For Bitcoin Yet — Short-Term BTC Holders Continue Holding At A Loss
The ongoing volatility has capped Bitcoin’s most recent upward attempts after retesting the $68,000 level, which has flipped into resistance once again. With the price of BTC still trading in a downward trajectory, many Bitcoin holders, especially those who recently bought the asset, are in the loss. Bitcoin Short-Term Holders Hold Losing... By Godspower Owie Published March 2, 2026 21:00 UTC (1h ago) |
| Peter Schiff Mocks Michael Saylor After Strategy Adds 3,015 New BTC
TLDR Peter Schiff reacted to Michael Saylor’s latest Bitcoin purchase with a sarcastic congratulatory message. Michael Saylor announced that Strategy acquired 3,015 Bitcoin for about $204.1 million. Strategy’s total Bitcoin holdings reached 720,737 Bitcoin after the new acquisition. Peter Schiff argued that Saylor continued to average down a... By Maxwell Mutuma Published March 2, 2026 20:56 UTC (2h ago) |
 | XRP Draws Billions In RWAs As Tokenization Escalates
XRP Ledger is rapidly emerging as a foundation for Wall Street’s tokenization push with nearly $2B in tokenized value. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published March 2, 2026 20:56 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Can US lawmakers pass crypto market structure before the midterms?
While the White House has hosted three meetings to discuss how to address stablecoin yield in the Senate's market structure bill, there are no signs of a solution. By Turner Wright Published March 2, 2026 20:55 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Buterin Says Ethereum Smart Accounts Could Launch in 2026 Hegota Upgrade
Ethereum is preparing to overhaul how wallets work, with co-founder Vitalik Buterin saying native “smart accounts” could arrive within a year through the network’s planned Hegota upgrade. Hegota Upgrade May Bring Account Abstraction In a Feb. 28 post on X, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said that after more than a decade of research,... By Jamie Redman Published March 2, 2026 20:53 UTC (2h ago) |
| Seized Crypto Lapses Push South Korea to Enforce Tighter National Controls
TLDR South Korea launched a nationwide audit to strengthen controls over seized crypto assets. The Finance Ministry and financial regulators reviewed storage methods and internal access procedures. Officials aimed to identify weak practices and introduce stronger technical safeguards. Police in Gangnam lost 22 BTC after giving custody to an... By Maxwell Mutuma Published March 2, 2026 20:45 UTC (2h ago) |
| xAI Moves to Retire $3B Debt Early as Musk Advances the Planned SpaceX IPO
TLDR xAI plans to repay $3 billion in high-yield bonds earlier than expected to reduce debt before major corporate steps. The company will redeem the bonds at $117 on the, which reflects recent price movement. Early repayment may trigger penalty costs because the bonds were expected to remain outstanding for two years. Musk merged xAI [...] The... By Maxwell Mutuma Published March 2, 2026 20:37 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Nasdaq files to launch binary options on Nasdaq 100 in prediction market push
Nasdaq seeks SEC approval to launch binary options on the Nasdaq 100, entering the fast growing prediction market space. The post Nasdaq files to launch binary options on Nasdaq 100 in prediction market push appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published March 2, 2026 20:36 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Pump.fun expands app beyond native tokens with support for WBTC, USDC and rival launchpads
Pump.fun expands its app to support external launchpad tokens, WBTC and USDC, with video hinting at Raydium and Meteora integrations. The post Pump.fun expands app beyond native tokens with support for WBTC, USDC and rival launchpads appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published March 2, 2026 20:35 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Outgoing Transaction Volume on Top Iranian Crypto Exchange Skyrockets by 700% Following US/Israel Airstrikes: Elliptic
Crypto outflows from Iran’s largest digital asset exchange spiked immediately following the US and Israel’s airstrikes on Saturday. The blockchain analytics platform Elliptic says outgoing transaction volumes on the top Iranian exchange Nobitex jumped by 700% following the strikes. Dr. Tom Robinson, Elliptic’s co-founder and chief scientist, says... By Conor Devitt Published March 2, 2026 20:30 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Is XRP Facing The Most Price Turbulence This Week?
$652 million in XRP flooded Binance over the weekend, but the OG altcoin’s technical setup shows strong resilience. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Tadas Klimasevskis Published March 2, 2026 20:25 UTC (2h ago) |
| cbBTC Arrives on Monad Through Chainlink CCIP, Opening New DeFi Use Cases
TLDR Chainlink enabled the transfer of Coinbase’s cbBTC to Monad through its CCIP system. The integration opened new access to Bitcoin-backed liquidity for developers building on the Monad Foundation network. Early adopters such as Curvance and Neverland prepared markets built around cbBTC on Monad. Coinbase confirmed that cbBTC remains backed 1:1... By Maxwell Mutuma Published March 2, 2026 20:23 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Israeli Markets Hit All-Time Highs Amid Military Conflict With Iran
Israeli markets achieved record peaks on March 2, 2026, bucking a global downturn despite the onset of a joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran. Markets Reach New Peaks Israeli financial markets surged Monday, March 2, 2026, just two days after the launch of a joint military operation with the United States against Iran. While global […] By Terence Zimwara Published March 2, 2026 20:12 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Cardano (ADA) on Thin Ice: Is a Trapdoor Drop Incoming?
Cardano is showing alarm signals following a key technical breakdown, with analyst GainMuse warning that ADA could be heading into a classic trapdoor setup. By Brian Njuguna Published March 2, 2026 20:07 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Bitcoin And Ethereum Prices Are Recovering Again, But Will The US-Israel War Derail It?
The Bitcoin and Ethereum prices plunged sharply over the weekend as missiles flew across the Middle East, exposing just how quickly geopolitical crises can send shockwaves through the financial markets. A joint US and Israel strike on Iran triggered a violent selloff that wiped out billions of dollars from the crypto market in a matter of hours.... By Scott Matherson Published March 2, 2026 20:00 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Geopolitical Shocks Rattle Markets, PMI Rebound Signals BTC Liquidity Boost
The PMI data signals that U.S. manufacturing has returned to expansion territory after a historic contraction. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published March 2, 2026 20:00 UTC (3h ago) |
| Cardano’s Bullish Divergence Fired and Failed — $540 Million in Whale Selling To Blame?
The Cardano price flashed a textbook bullish divergence on the daily chart, surged 24%, then collapsed. On-chain data reveals a coordinated whale exit worth over $540 million into the rally — even as the Money Flow Index confirmed retail was actively buying the dip. Here’s what happened, and what it means next. Daily RSI Divergence The post... By Ananda Banerjee Published March 2, 2026 20:00 UTC (3h ago) |
| Draft bill in Turkey Seeks 10% Crypto Tax and Tighter Oversight of Exchanges
TLDR Turkey proposed a new bill that introduces a 10% tax on cryptocurrency income and gains. Lawmakers stated that platforms must withhold the tax on a quarterly basis for all users. The bill allows the president to adjust the withholding rate between 0% and 20%. Service providers would pay a 0.03% transaction tax on every [...] The post Draft... By Maxwell Mutuma Published March 2, 2026 19:57 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Bitcoin On-Chain Data: Retail Exits While Institutional ETF Holdings Surge
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs added 21,000 BTC worth $1.45 billion, marking the first major accumulation wave since mid-October 2025. By Wayne Jones Published March 2, 2026 19:53 UTC (3h ago) |
| BTC Hits $70K With Steady Flows as Bitcoin Holders Remain Calm in a Tense Climate
TLDR Bitcoin moved near $70,000 while holders showed no panic during rising Middle East tensions. Short-term holder loss transfers dropped to a 2- week low as selling pressure eased. Realized losses fell to 3,700 BTC even as geopolitical risks increased across the region. BTC derivatives showed reduced risk as Binance open interest declined by 25... By Maxwell Mutuma Published March 2, 2026 19:48 UTC (3h ago) |
| Strategy lifts holdings to 3.4% of Bitcoin's total supply amid inflows into crypto products
Strategy continued its accumulation of the top crypto last week, acquiring 3,015 BTC for $204 million amid renewed interest in crypto products after four weeks of outflows.Published March 2, 2026 19:47 UTC (3h ago) |
 | As Bombs Fall on Tehran, Iran’s Crypto Lifeline Lights Up
Bitcoin Magazine As Bombs Fall on Tehran, Iran’s Crypto Lifeline Lights Up As airstrikes hit Tehran, Iranians turned to bitcoin and other crypto as a financial lifeline amid mounting uncertainty and pressure on the traditional banking system. This post As Bombs Fall on Tehran, Iran’s Crypto Lifeline Lights Up first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and... By Micah Zimmerman Published March 2, 2026 19:44 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Remains Resilient as Iran-US Conflict Fuels Risk-Off Sentiment
Bitcoin has gained over 2%, defying a global risk-off sentiment sparked by the escalation of the US-Iran conflict that has seen most stocks plunge. Analysts say it’s the best time to buy BTC as the US Fed is going to start printing billions of dollars to support the war, as it has in previous episodes. [...] By Steve Msoh Published March 2, 2026 19:42 UTC (3h ago) |
 | SHIB Price Prediction: SHIB Leader Drops Cryptic Profile Update — Is Something Big Coming?
Shytoshi Kusama Updates Profile to New Zealand, SHIB Community Reacts The post SHIB Price Prediction: SHIB Leader Drops Cryptic Profile Update — Is Something Big Coming? appeared first on Coinspeaker. By Daniel Francis Published March 2, 2026 19:38 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Price Prediction: March Could Decide Everything — Crash or Comeback for BTC?
Bitcoin Price Prediction: March Survival Guide for BTC Traders The post Bitcoin Price Prediction: March Could Decide Everything — Crash or Comeback for BTC? appeared first on Coinspeaker. By Daniel Francis Published March 2, 2026 19:38 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Bitcoin company Fold pays off $66M debt, frees up BTC collateral
The Bitcoin financial services company retired $66.3 million in convertible debt, reducing dilution risk as it expands its BTC rewards business. By Sam Bourgi Published March 2, 2026 19:37 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Bitcoin’s 5% spike higher Monday driven by short-covering, not fresh buying, says analyst.
By Helene Braun Published March 2, 2026 19:35 UTC (3h ago) |
| Riot Stock Climbs Before Earnings as Traders Track a Growing Risk Pattern
TLDR Riot stock increased on Monday as the crypto market strengthened and traders prepared for earnings. The share price reached $16.50 after recovering from an intraday low of $15.45. Analysts expected Riot’s quarterly revenue to rise by 10 percent to $158 million. The company previously reported $180 million in third-quarter revenue driven by... By Maxwell Mutuma Published March 2, 2026 19:33 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Cardano price tests historic 2022 support as oversold conditions hint at reversal
Cardano price has returned to a major historical support zone near $0.28 as RSI plunges into extreme oversold territory. By Aziz Zamani Published March 2, 2026 19:30 UTC (3h ago) |
 | XRP Vs. Traditional Banks: Ripple CEO Sends Strong Message To Established Leaders
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse recently commented on ongoing tensions between the crypto industry and traditional banking groups following public comments surrounding stablecoin yield negotiations at the White House. His response came after a series of posts on X involving journalist Eleanor Terrett and White House adviser David Sacks, ultimately... By Scott Matherson Published March 2, 2026 19:30 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Willy Woo Warns Bitcoin to Continue Bear Market Descent to $30,000 Until Q4 2026
Bitcoin (BTC) traded sideways on Saturday, following a period of pronounced market weakness. By Newton Gitonga Published March 2, 2026 19:29 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Nasdaq Files for ‘Outcome-Related Options’ Product in Bid To Siphon Market Share From Kalshi and Polymarket
The Nasdaq wants to compete with Polymarket and Kalshi. The stock exchange has filed a proposed rule change with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list and trade “Outcome-Related Options” (OROs). If approved, OROs would entitle buyers to receive a fixed amount based on whether the settlement price of the underlying contract is... By Conor Devitt Published March 2, 2026 19:26 UTC (3h ago) |
 | XRP faces a brutal 2026 paradox as XRPL adoption surges and the token captures little value
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is starting to look like a financial back end that traditional finance can adopt without changing itself too much. This is because tokenized funds can sit on the ledger, and stablecoins can move across it. At the same time, protocol upgrades keep landing, including features designed for institutions that want on-chain […] The... By Oluwapelumi Adejumo Published March 2, 2026 19:25 UTC (3h ago) |
 | XRP Network Activity Plummets by 26% as Ripple CEO Sparks Buzz with Trump Mention
XRP network activity has plunged by nearly 26% in a week, falling from 55,080 to 40,778 active addresses, signaling a sharp shift. By Brian Njuguna Published March 2, 2026 19:19 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Crypto Funds Pull In $1 Billion, Snapping 5-Week Slump
Capital rotates back into mainstream crypto funds, but that's being done very selectively. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Samantha Diamo Published March 2, 2026 19:16 UTC (3h ago) |
| David Miller Chosen to Head CFTC Enforcement While Crypto Role Increases
TLDR The CFTC appointed former federal prosecutor David Miller to lead its enforcement division as its crypto oversight role expands. Chair Michael Selig said Miller will focus on policing fraud, abuse, and manipulation while the agency increases staffing efforts. Miller stated he is honored to join the CFTC during what he described as a major... By Maxwell Mutuma Published March 2, 2026 19:15 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Shiba Inu (SHIB) Plunges by 17% in 2 Weeks: Is a 75% Crash Next?
Further decline or a revival: what's next for the self-proclaimed Dogecoin killer? By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov Published March 2, 2026 19:11 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Reclaims $70K as Global Equities Tumble Amid Middle East Conflict
On Monday, bitcoin jumped by 5%, demonstrating significant resilience as global markets buckled under the weight of escalating Middle Eastern conflict. Equities Tumble Amid Geopolitical Conflict On Monday, March 2, bitcoin ( BTC) briefly breached the $70,000 mark, signaling a potential return to its “digital gold” status. After plummeting to an... By Terence Zimwara Published March 2, 2026 19:09 UTC (3h ago) |
| Analysts Dismiss Fears That Iran Unrest Could Impact Bitcoin Mining Output
TLDR Experts state that the conflict in Iran does not threaten the global Bitcoin mining network. Analysts report that online claims about large hashrate losses in Iran are overstated. Data shows the Bitcoin hashrate stayed stable and continued to operate normally. Wolfie Zhao explains that any mining issues in Iran would not affect global network... By Maxwell Mutuma Published March 2, 2026 19:05 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Price Prediction Points to Recovery as Pepeto Emerges as the Best Crypto to Buy Now Before the Bull Run Begins
Pepeto confirmed another round of major development milestones as the presale powers past $7.43 million raised with wallet registrations climbing daily despite a market environment that has shaken out nearly every speculative project launched in the past twelve months. Bitcoin is trading near $69,000 after bouncing hard from $63,000 last week, and... By PR PR Published March 2, 2026 19:02 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Price predictions 3/2: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, BCH, ADA
Bitcoin’s return to the $70,000 level proves that buyers are absorbing the bulk of selling, but analysts warn that traders should be patient due to market bottoms taking months to form. By Rakesh Upadhyay Published March 2, 2026 19:00 UTC (4h ago) |
| Palantir Stock Rises Over 6% on Growing Defense and AI Market Interest
TLDR Palantir stock gained over 6% as traders responded to rising U.S.–Iran conflict tensions. Investors moved toward defense and AI names while broader tech indexes traded lower. Defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin and RTX also advanced during the session. Analysts noted that Palantir’s AI platforms support military intelligence... By Maxwell Mutuma Published March 2, 2026 18:54 UTC (4h ago) |
| David Miller Named CFTC Enforcement Chief as Agency Expands Digital Asset Oversight
David Miller appointed CFTC enforcement director to enhance oversight of digital assets, fraud prevention, and market integrity in evolving financial markets. The post David Miller Named CFTC Enforcement Chief as Agency Expands Digital Asset Oversight appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published March 2, 2026 18:53 UTC (4h ago) |
| Clarity Act Fails March 1 Deadline as Stablecoin Yield Dispute Stalls Progress
The White House’s self-imposed deadline for banks and crypto to resolve their stablecoin standoff has come and gone. With no deal in sight, trillions in institutional capital now hang in the balance. Why it matters: The details: The big picture: The post Clarity Act Fails March 1 Deadline as Stablecoin Yield Dispute Stalls Progress appeared first... By Lockridge Okoth Published March 2, 2026 18:50 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Las Vegas-Based Bitmine Amasses 3.71% of Ethereum Supply
Bitmine Immersion Technologies said Monday it now holds 4.47 million ether and nearly $9.9 billion in combined crypto, cash, and strategic investments, positioning the Las Vegas-based firm as the world’s largest ethereum treasury company by holdings. The company’s acquisition follows Strategy revealing it snagged 3,015 BTC this past week. Bitmine... By Jamie Redman Published March 2, 2026 18:47 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Vitalik Buterin unveils plan to curb Ethereum block builder centralization
Another focus of his post is so-called “toxic MEV,” where traders exploit visibility into pending transactions to front-run or “sandwich” users’ trades. By Margaux Nijkerk Published March 2, 2026 18:45 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Northern Trust enters tokenized Treasurys fund market with new share class
The US-based asset manager debuts a blockchain-enabled structure for its liquidity fund as onchain US Treasurys exposure nears $11 billion. By Nate Kostar Published March 2, 2026 18:44 UTC (4h ago) |
| DOJ Indicts Paxful Founder Days After Company Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering Charges
NoOnes founder Ray Youssef is being investigated by the US Department of Justice (DOJ). The probe centers on allegations that Youssef’s peer-to-peer crypto marketplace, Paxful, operated without proper licensing and failed to implement effective anti-money laundering (AML) controls before it shut down in 2025. Prosecutors also claimed Paxful... By Camila Grigera Na n Published March 2, 2026 18:43 UTC (4h ago) |
| Ethereum Price Forecast: BitMine lifts ETH holdings to 4.47M, Lee predicts geopolitical impact on markets
Ethereum (ETH) treasury firm BitMine Immersion (BMNR) bought another 50,928 ETH last week, sending its stash of the top altcoin to 4.47 million ETH worth about $8.9 billion at the time of publication.Published March 2, 2026 18:42 UTC (4h ago) |
 | March Primed To Be ‘Up Month’ for Equities Despite Geopolitical Instability, Says Fundstrat’s Tom Lee – Here’s Why
Fundstrat’s Tom Lee thinks March will be an “up month” for the stock market despite the geopolitical instability unleashed by the US and Israel’s airstrikes against Iran. In a new interview with CNBC, Lee predicts that the worst of the war-related sell-off will happen this week. “Nobody likes to see headlines and images of explosions […] The post... By Daily Hodl Staff Published March 2, 2026 18:35 UTC (4h ago) |
 | XRP’s Moment: Strait Of Hormuz Chaos Could Trigger Ripple’s New Financial Era — Here’s How
Rising tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil chokepoints, have sent shockwaves through global markets, driving oil price volatility, rattling currencies, and exposing vulnerabilities in cross-border trade flows. The Strait of Hormuz chaos could spark the XRP moment, and Ripple’s new financial era has ignited... By Godspower Owie Published March 2, 2026 18:30 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Crypto News Today: Pepeto Raises Over $7.43M So Fast as Traders Name It the Best Crypto Presale of 2026 and the Next Crypto to Explode Before the Market Turns
Pepeto just crossed $7.43 million raised as stages continue closing ahead of schedule and the project confirmed that all three platform products are entering final completion ahead of an exchange listing that the team says will include Binance from day one. In a market where most presales struggle to survive a single month of bad [...] The post... By PR PR Published March 2, 2026 18:30 UTC (4h ago) |
| Ripple Prime Prepares to Move Post-Trade Volume to the XRPL
Ripple’s ambition to bridge traditional finance and DeFi reached a major milestone.. By Alex Dovbnya Published March 2, 2026 18:29 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Reclaims 69K Amid Big Institutional Buys
The post Bitcoin Reclaims 69K Amid Big Institutional Buys appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News On March 2, Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed the $69K psychological level after a week-long of volatility that saw its price drop to $62K. At press time, the flagship cryptocurrency was trading at $69,483, up 3.65% in the last 24 hours. BTC’s market cap was... By Steve Muchoki Published March 2, 2026 18:28 UTC (4h ago) |
 | xAI plans early $3B bond repayment as Musk eyes SpaceX IPO
xAI plans early repayment of $3B in bonds at 117 cents as Elon Musk prepares SpaceX for a potential $1.75T IPO. The post xAI plans early $3B bond repayment as Musk eyes SpaceX IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published March 2, 2026 18:14 UTC (4h ago) |
| 700% Crypto Outflows: Iranian Investors Flee Exchanges After Airstrikes
Iranian crypto users rushed to pull funds from domestic exchanges after U.S.–Israel airstrikes, triggering a 700% surge in outflows from the country’s largest platform. Nobitex recorded over 11 million users and $7.2 billion in 2025 trading volume. Why it matters: The details: The big picture: The outflows show crypto’s dual role in conflict... By Lockridge Okoth Published March 2, 2026 18:13 UTC (4h ago) |
 | $432,000,000 in Bitcoin and Crypto Liquidated As BTC Price Jumps To $69,850
Leveraged Bitcoin and crypto traders are getting wrecked to start the week, as investors weigh the impact of the US and Israel’s strikes on Iran. Bitcoin surged from a 24-hour low of $65,280 to as high as $69,850, triggering a total of $432 million in liquidations, according to CoinGlass. The majority of the liquidations hit […] The post... By Daily Hodl Staff Published March 2, 2026 18:02 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Crypto Watchlist: 5 Things To Monitor This Week
Crypto heads into the week of March 2 with five clear catalysts on deck: a worsening US-Iran conflict under President Donald Trump, a privacy-focused Bitcoin wrapper from Starknet, Polygon’s March 4 agentic-payments gas upgrade, Avalanche’s new incentive round, and Friday’s US jobs report. Crypto Watchlist For This Week Bitcoin is still the... By Jake Simmons Published March 2, 2026 18:00 UTC (4h ago) |
| 3 Meme Coins To Watch In March 2026
March is shaping up to be explosive for select meme coins, with triple-digit monthly rallies and sharp weekly reversals reigniting speculative momentum. Technical indicators show aggressive capital inflows and strengthening buying pressure, hinting that some tokens may still have room to run. In line with the same, BeInCrypto has analysed three... By Aaryamann Shrivastava Published March 2, 2026 18:00 UTC (5h ago) |
 | BlackRock’s ETF Tokenization Push Fuels Fresh XRP Speculation
BlackRock is moving from theory to implementation on tokenization, with a 3–12 month window for the first ETFs to be traded via digital wallets. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published March 2, 2026 17:59 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Bitcoin holders show 'zero panic' as BTC hits $70K amid Middle East tensions
Bitcoin short-term holder losses were minimal over the weekend, and the Monday rally to $70,000 suggests the heaviest selling is done. Will Bitcoin finally break the monthly resistance? By Biraajmaan Tamuly Published March 2, 2026 17:57 UTC (5h ago) |
| Nasdaq Pushes for Binary Options Launch on Nasdaq-100 Index
Nasdaq files SEC proposal for binary options on Nasdaq-100 Index, entering prediction market space with yes/no contracts paying fixed $1 or zero at expiry. The post Nasdaq Pushes for Binary Options Launch on Nasdaq-100 Index appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published March 2, 2026 17:53 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Why Bitcoin price rally risks a bull trap as Fibonacci resistance holds
Bitcoin's price impulsive rally is approaching a dense resistance cluster, raising concerns that the move could evolve into a bull trap. By Aziz Zamani Published March 2, 2026 17:51 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Iran crypto outflows surge 700% after US-Israel strikes as capital flees offshore
Iran crypto outflows surge 700% following US-Israeli strikes as capital shifts offshore amid withdrawal spike from Iranian exchange. The post Iran crypto outflows surge 700% after US-Israel strikes as capital flees offshore appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published March 2, 2026 17:49 UTC (5h ago) |
 | St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Rolls Out Core-Integrated Digital Asset Platform for Members
Bitcoin Magazine St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Rolls Out Core-Integrated Digital Asset Platform for Members St. Cloud Financial Credit Union launched a platform that lets members hold and manage digital assets like Bitcoin while keeping control, data, and governance within the credit union. This post St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Rolls Out... By Micah Zimmerman Published March 2, 2026 17:49 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Wall Street Dumps Tech, Rotates Hard into War Economy Names; Defense Shares Rip
U.S. stocks have been mixed on Monday, shaking off early morning losses tied to escalating conflict in the Middle East as investors rotated into energy and defense names while trimming exposure to travel and select tech shares. Stocks Whipsaw as Middle East Conflict Lifts Energy and Defense Shares By noon, the Dow Jones Industrial Average […] By Jamie Redman Published March 2, 2026 17:49 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Riot stock rises ahead of earnings as a risky pattern emerges
Riot stock price rose by over 1.2% on Monday as Bitcoin and other altcoins rose despite the ongoing geopolitical risks. It also rose as traders waited for its financial results. RIOT stock rose to $16.50 from the intraday low of… By Crispus Nyaga Published March 2, 2026 17:47 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Turkey’s ruling party proposes 10% crypto income tax
Under the proposed law, Turkey’s president would be allowed to change the income tax rate on digital assets from zero to up to 20%. By Turner Wright Published March 2, 2026 17:45 UTC (5h ago) |
| Nasdaq Wants Investors to Make Yes or No Bets on Its Index amid Event-Trading Boom
Nasdaq has filed a request with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list binary options tied to the Nasdaq‑100 index and its smaller micro version. Nasdaq’s filing follows Cboe’s similar plans to offer prediction‑style derivatives. Both exchanges are responding to investor demand for simplified ways to speculate on short‑term... By Jared Kirui Published March 2, 2026 17:44 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Chainlink brings Coinbase’s cbBTC to Monad DeFi through CCIP integration
Chainlink has enabled Coinbase cbBTC bridging to Monad, unlocking over $5B in Bitcoin-backed liquidity for decentralized finance applications. Chainlink (LINK) is now supporting the bridging of Coinbase Wrapped BTC from Base to Monad using its Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol. According to Chainlink’s March 2 announcement,… By Leon Okwatch Published March 2, 2026 17:43 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Tokenized Gold Jumps As Middle East Tensions Rattle BTC & ETH
As stock markets get whipped, crypto's staying strongly resilient, but the panic mode hasn't retreated as traders flock to gold. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Samantha Diamo Published March 2, 2026 17:25 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Pi Network (PI) News Today: March 2nd
PI has the second-highest bullish sentiment today (March 2nd). By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov Published March 2, 2026 17:19 UTC (5h ago) |
| Gold Crashes But Nearly $100 Billion Floods into Crypto As Trump Warns “Big Wave” Ahead
US President Donald Trump jolted global markets once again on Monday, after warning that a “big wave” is still coming in the escalating Iran conflict. However, instead of triggering a traditional flight to safety, markets witnessed one of the sharpest cross-asset reversals in recent memory: precious metals plunged while crypto surged. Markets Defy... By Lockridge Okoth Published March 2, 2026 17:18 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Battle for Bitcoin's soul opens as first block supporting 'clean-up' proposal is mined
A Bitcoin block signaling the BIP-110 proposal has appeared onchain while critics push back by inscribing a large image in protest. By Jamie Crawley Published March 2, 2026 17:15 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Polkadot price prediction ahead of tokenomics upgrade capping DOT supply
Polkadot price prediction leans bullish as traders position ahead of a major DOT supply cap upgrade. Polkadot (DOT) is trading at $1.57 at press time, up 1.6% over the past 24 hours. The token has climbed 22% in the last… By Leon Okwatch Published March 2, 2026 17:11 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Did Bitcoin fail its safe haven test after US strikes on Iran? BlackRock’s 60 day data hints at what comes next
Bitcoin price opened US trading session strongly with a 3% surge above $68,000, according to CryptoSlate's data. This marked a significant difference to its first response, which looked nothing like a clean safe-haven trade following the latest Middle East tensions. When headlines hit over the weekend about US strikes on Iran, the flagship digital... By Oluwapelumi Adejumo Published March 2, 2026 17:10 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Weekend warriors: How HyperLiquid became retail’s bear market playground
While bitcoin and ether remain in bear markets, HYPE has climbed alongside gold as HyperLiquid’s derivatives volume expands, weekend equity trading gains traction. By Oliver Knight Published March 2, 2026 17:04 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Bitcoin tops $70K, XRP, Ether rise as traders shrug off Middle East tensions
Rising crypto prices amid geopolitical tensions may signal investor confidence in digital assets as a hedge against potential economic instability. The post Bitcoin tops $70K, XRP, Ether rise as traders shrug off Middle East tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published March 2, 2026 17:01 UTC (5h ago) |
 | HSBC Says Lasting Iran Conflict Would Boost Oil, Gold, USD and Hurt Equities
Rising Iran conflict risks are jolting global markets, with HSBC warning oil shocks, currency swings, and equity volatility hinge on whether supply routes and production are disrupted, shaping inflation expectations and investor risk appetite worldwide. HSBC: Long-Running Conflict Would Reshape FX, Rates, and Equity Leadership Escalating... By Kevin Helms Published March 2, 2026 17:01 UTC (5h ago) |
 | XRP Price About To Enter ‘Face-Melting Phase’, And The Target Is $27
Recent commentary from crypto analyst Egragcrypto has stirred fresh debate around the XRP price’s long-term trajectory. In a recent X post, the analyst pointed to a potential high-volatility phase ahead, suggesting that even a short-term drop could set the stage for a powerful rally. His chart outlines both risk and opportunity, framing the coming... By Sandra White Published March 2, 2026 17:00 UTC (5h ago) |
 | a16z-backed Eco launches Programmable Addresses to automate cross-chain payments
Eco's innovation could streamline cross-chain transactions, reducing errors and costs, potentially transforming digital asset management. The post a16z-backed Eco launches Programmable Addresses to automate cross-chain payments appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published March 2, 2026 17:00 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Cake Wallet Launches Bitcoin Lightning Network Support With Full Self-Custody and Privacy Defaults
Bitcoin Magazine Cake Wallet Launches Bitcoin Lightning Network Support With Full Self-Custody and Privacy Defaults Cake Wallet has rolled out Bitcoin Lightning Network integration using Breez SDK and a privacy-focused Spark implementation, enabling instant payments while keeping users in full self-custody and limiting on-chain visibility. This... By Juan Galt Published March 2, 2026 16:59 UTC (6h ago) |
 | OpenAI’s $110 Billion Stunt Puts Big Tech’s AI Race On Blast
Racking up $110 billion in this mega-round, OpenAI garnered record-breaking funding from big names like Amazon & NVIDIA. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Samantha Diamo Published March 2, 2026 16:56 UTC (6h ago) |
| BRR Stock Surges 5% Following 450 Bitcoin Acquisition and Enhanced Share Repurchase Initiative
ProCap Financial (BRR) stock rose 5.43% after acquiring 450 BTC and accelerating its $100M share buyback, expanding Bitcoin holdings to 5,457 BTC total. The post BRR Stock Surges 5% Following 450 Bitcoin Acquisition and Enhanced Share Repurchase Initiative appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published March 2, 2026 16:55 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Price Pumps 7% in Early Trading to Over $70,000
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Pumps 7% in Early Trading to Over $70,000 The bitcoin price pumped sharply from the mid‑$65,000 range to above $70,000 earlier today. This post Bitcoin Price Pumps 7% in Early Trading to Over $70,000 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman. By Micah Zimmerman Published March 2, 2026 16:52 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Why is the crypto market going up today? (March 2)
The crypto market is going up today, March 2, even as the geopolitical crisis in the Middle East escalated. Bitcoin (BTC) rose to nearly $70,000, while Ethereum (ETH) jumped to $2,065. Other top gainers were coins like Near Protocol, Morpho,… By Crispus Nyaga Published March 2, 2026 16:45 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Bitcoin nears $70K as PMI boost sees BTC price leave Iran woes behind
Bitcoin price strength received a surprise bullish catalyst from US manufacturing data, helping to relieve tensions over Iran as US stocks floundered. By William Suberg Published March 2, 2026 16:45 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Crypto world faces growing pressure to relent on stablecoin rewards to win bigger prize
As much as crypto negotiators paint bank lobbyists' campaign against stablecoin yield as unfair, it landed a blow that one dramatic move could end. By Jesse Hamilton Published March 2, 2026 16:45 UTC (6h ago) |
 | ProCap boosts Bitcoin holdings to 5,457 BTC, aims to narrow NAV discount
The Bitcoin treasury company repurchased 782,000 shares below NAV as it increases Bitcoin exposure and works to close the gap between market price and asset value. By Sam Bourgi Published March 2, 2026 16:39 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Bitcoin price surges to $70k today while stocks fall at the US market opened
Bitcoin rises over 6% on the U.S. open as CME premium spikes, and liquidations don’t explain it Bitcoin jumped over 6% to threaten $70,000 during Monday’s U.S. market open even as the broader macro environment appears risk-off. Oil ripped higher on Middle East escalation risk, equities opened sharply lower, and the dollar held firm. The […] The... By Liam 'Akiba' Wright Published March 2, 2026 16:36 UTC (6h ago) |
 | BitMine expands Ether holdings with $98M purchase as ETH surges past $2K
BitMine expands its Ether holdings with a $98M purchase as ETH climbs past $2K amid Bitcoins surge above $69K. The post BitMine expands Ether holdings with $98M purchase as ETH surges past $2K appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published March 2, 2026 16:35 UTC (6h ago) |
 | 472 Million XRP Floods Binance Following Geopolitical Turmoil: Is Ripple’s Price in Danger?
CryptoQuant data shows 472M XRP ($652M) inflow to Binance after strikes on Iran, boosting market uncertainty. By Wayne Jones Published March 2, 2026 16:34 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Ethereum Accumulation Addresses See Continued Capital Inflows While Market Volatility Persists
As bearish pressure returns to the cryptocurrency market, the price of Ethereum has lost the $2,000 level. Despite the fact that volatility still lingers, conviction is building among investors again, as indicated by the steady inflows of capital into ETH accumulation wallet addresses. A Steady Stream Of Ethereum Flows Ethereum’s price may be... By Godspower Owie Published March 2, 2026 16:30 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Comparing BTC-Backed Loans: Clapp, Nexo, Binance, and Others
Compare BTC-backed loans across Clapp, Nexo, Binance, and other major providers. Review LTV ratios, interest models, and risk controls to choose the safest BTC borrowing option in 2026. By Crypto Daily Published March 2, 2026 16:28 UTC (6h ago) |
| Bitcoin Suddenly Surges 5%, Shorts Getting Clobbered
Bitcoin (BTC) staged a powerful recovery, reclaiming the $69,000 level and triggering a massive $80 million short liquidation event. By Alex Dovbnya Published March 2, 2026 16:28 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Nasdaq follows Cboe joining world of 'binary bets' as prediction market craze hits Wall Street
The exchange has filed a proposal with the SEC to list yes-or-no bets on the Nasdaq-100 amid continued demand for prediction markets. By Helene Braun Published March 2, 2026 16:28 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Hyperliquid price stalls at $32 resistance as declining volume signals weakness
Hyperliquid price has rallied into a major resistance cluster near $32 but shows signs of exhaustion as volume declines. By Aziz Zamani Published March 2, 2026 16:23 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Why are Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Prices Rallying Today?
The post Why are Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Prices Rallying Today? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Crypto markets turned green today. Bitcoin surged past $68,000 and briefly traded near $69,500, rising about 5% in just 50 minutes. The move added roughly $60 billion to Bitcoin’s market capitalization. Ethereum followed closely, breaking... By Anjali Belgaumkar Published March 2, 2026 16:22 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Algorithmic Update Repriced Cointelegraph’s Search Authority, Outset PR Finds
Outset PR analysis shows how Google’s spam update cut a leading crypto media outlet’s traffic by 80%, reshaping search authority across the sector. By Crypto Daily Published March 2, 2026 16:21 UTC (6h ago) |
 | White House Apology? Why Gensler’s Reported Words Could Change XRP’s Future
The post White House Apology? Why Gensler’s Reported Words Could Change XRP’s Future appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News In a moment few in the crypto industry expected, former SEC Chair Gary Gensler allegedly offered a personal apology to Brad Garlinghouse over the agency’s long-running lawsuit against Ripple. The revelation came during... By Anjali Belgaumkar Published March 2, 2026 16:15 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Revolut’s digital pound trial shifts the UK payments debate from crypto hype to consumer protections and clarity
Revolut is preparing to trial a pound-backed stablecoin inside a regulated stablecoin sandbox in the UK, with testing expected within the current quarter. While this might look like another fintech pilot in the long history of crypto payment tests, the more interesting part sits upstream of the token itself. Revolut has what most stablecoin... By Andjela Radmilac Published March 2, 2026 16:15 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Bitcoin price outlook: Are short-term holders staying calm amid US-Iran tensions?
Bitcoin price holds near $68,000 as short-term holders show restraint despite US-Iran war tensions. Bitcoin (BTC) trades at $68,308 at press time, up 1.3% over the past 24 hours. The asset is positioned near the top of its seven-day range… By Leon Okwatch Published March 2, 2026 16:13 UTC (6h ago) |
 | XRP faces $650M sell risk as charts hint at prices below $1
XRP’s weakening technical setup suggests a drop below $1 could be in the cards over the next few weeks as supply rises on exchanges. By Nancy Lubale Published March 2, 2026 16:05 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Predictive Analyst Who Called Trump Victory and Iran Conflict in May 2024 Foresees US Defeat
When Beijing-based historian Jiang Xueqin warned in May 2024 that a second Trump term would lead the United States into war with Iran — and that America would ultimately lose — many dismissed it as academic theater, but two of his three headline predictions have since materialized. Strategic ‘Trap’ Theory Raises Questions About U.S. Military […] By Jamie Redman Published March 2, 2026 16:04 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Bybit Launches BOB Advantage to Expand Crypto Access in Bolivia
Crypto exchange introduces incentives for cryptocurrency traders in Bolivia. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Alex Costa Published March 2, 2026 16:02 UTC (6h ago) |
| Peter Schiff Congratulates Saylor on New Bitcoin Purchase
Peter Schiff reacts as Michael Saylor makes new Bitcoin buy for $204 million while restating Strategy's average price, which is back below $76,000. By Caroline Amosun Published March 2, 2026 16:01 UTC (6h ago) |
| 3 Altcoins Facing Major Liquidation Risks in the First Week of March
Escalating geopolitical tensions over the weekend did not trigger severe capital outflows from altcoins. This test suggests that altcoin prices are hovering around equilibrium levels and are preparing for a significant move. As a result, the market also carries the potential for large-scale liquidations. Altcoins such as SOL, XRP, and XAUT each... By Nhat Hoang Published March 2, 2026 16:00 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Will XRP price rebound as Brad Garlinghouse predicts $10 trillion flowing to XRPL?
XRP price continued its downtrend in February despite notable catalysts, including higher ETF inflows than Ethereum and Bitcoin, the launch of the permissioned DEX feature, and substantial inflows of real-world assets. Ripple (XRP) token dropped to a low of $1.1137… By Crispus Nyaga Published March 2, 2026 15:51 UTC (7h ago) |
| Cardano Signals Hourly Death Cross as Price Hovers Near $0.26
Crypto market faced fresh selling pressure with $343 million in total liquidations. By Tomiwabold Olajide Published March 2, 2026 15:49 UTC (7h ago) |
| Bob Loukas Calls Bitcoin 'Horrendous' on Weekly Chart, Sets $49,000 Target
Veteran analyst Bob Loukas renews Bitcoin price outlook with target below $49,000, despite admitting that the cryptocurrency is already "deeply oversold.". By Gamza Khanzadaev Published March 2, 2026 15:45 UTC (7h ago) |
| Nvidia Commits $2 Billion Investment to Lumentum (LITE) in Major AI Infrastructure Deal
Lumentum stock rises after Nvidia unveils $2B investment and major purchase deal for advanced lasers used in AI networking switches. LITE up 897% in 12 months. The post Nvidia Commits $2 Billion Investment to Lumentum (LITE) in Major AI Infrastructure Deal appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 15:44 UTC (7h ago) |
| XOM Shares Reach Record Peak Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions
Exxon Mobil stock reaches record $159.15 amid Middle East tensions. XOM up 41.69% annually as geopolitical risks boost crude prices and energy sector. The post XOM Shares Reach Record Peak Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 15:43 UTC (7h ago) |
| 470 Million XRP at Risk of Sell-Off on Binance, Here Are Price Scenarios
Binance has continued to witness XRP inflows as a potential sell-off is now shaping sentiment. By Godfrey Benjamin Published March 2, 2026 15:39 UTC (7h ago) |
 | 5% in 1 Hour: Bitcoin Price Explodes to $69K Ahead of Trump’s Speech on Iran Situation
Over $80 million in shorts were wrecked in the past hour alone. By Jordan Lyanchev Published March 2, 2026 15:36 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Cardano Foundation Releases Rosetta Java v2.1.0 with Full Conway Governance Support
Cardano Rosetta Java v2.1.0 adds full Conway governance support, including SPO voting and DRep vote delegation across endpoints. Cardano’s stablecoin supply climbed to $47.7 million, pushing the stablecoin-to-TVL ratio to 33.87% after USDCx growth on the network. The Cardano Foundation has released Cardano Rosetta Java v2.1.0, expanding Rosetta... By Marcel Knobloch Published March 2, 2026 15:36 UTC (7h ago) |
| Qivalis: 12 European Banks Set to Debut Regulated Euro Stablecoin by 2026
Qivalis consortium of 12 EU banks plans MiCA-compliant euro stablecoin launch in 2026, targeting corporate payments and challenging dollar token dominance. The post Qivalis: 12 European Banks Set to Debut Regulated Euro Stablecoin by 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published March 2, 2026 15:34 UTC (7h ago) |
| Grass Price Forecast: GRASS 20% bullish breakout defies broader market weakness
Grass (GRASS) is edging up above $0.30 at the time of writing on Monday. The token’s notable 20% intraday surge stands out amid heightened volatility in the broader crypto market.Published March 2, 2026 15:34 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Bitcoin surges above $68,000 amid muted stock market reaction to Iran war
At their worst levels, U.S. stock index futures had been down more than 2%, but equity markets are barely lower one hour into Monday's trading session. By Stephen Alpher Published March 2, 2026 15:32 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Michael Saylor’s Strategy Just Snagged 3,015 Bitcoin For Treasury — Total Stack Now Over 720,000 BTC
Bitcoin’s price may be falling amid the conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, but under the leadership of Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, Strategy has once more expanded its already substantial holdings above 720,000 BTC. Strategy Snaps Up More Bitcoin In the week ending March 1, the Nasdaq-traded firm—formerly MicroStrategy— purchased... By Brenda Ngari Published March 2, 2026 15:31 UTC (7h ago) |
| Ondas Stock Jumps 21% Following $10M Strategic Investment in World View Defense Tech
Ondas (ONDS) stock climbed 21% after announcing a $10M investment in World View to develop multi-domain ISR solutions for defense and homeland security. The post Ondas Stock Jumps 21% Following $10M Strategic Investment in World View Defense Tech appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 15:31 UTC (7h ago) |
| Saylor Buys More Bitcoin, Schiff Flags Rising Losses
Key Highlights: MicroStrategy (now known as Strategy) announced on X today, March 2, 2026, that it has bought… By Niharika Deshpande Published March 2, 2026 15:30 UTC (7h ago) |
 | What Happens To The XRP Price If It Follows The Amazon Trend And Begins Parabola
Technical analysis of XRP’s current price action has presented an interesting structural comparison to Amazon that could lead to an upside cycle stretch for the cryptocurrency. The comparison focuses on structure and symmetry between XRP’s current price action and how Amazon’s stock price played out after it broke a resistance. The implications... By Scott Matherson Published March 2, 2026 15:30 UTC (7h ago) |
| MSTR Stock Gains Momentum Following Strategy Inc’s 3,015 BTC Acquisition Worth $204M
Strategy Inc (MSTR) stock rises 2.35% after acquiring 3,015 more Bitcoin. The company now holds over 720,000 BTC, representing 3.4% of total supply. The post MSTR Stock Gains Momentum Following Strategy Inc’s 3,015 BTC Acquisition Worth $204M appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published March 2, 2026 15:28 UTC (7h ago) |
 | New XRPL Sidechain Proposal Targets Options Trading and Leverage Capabilities
A new proposed XRPL sidechain would create American-style options and 200x leverage directly in the XRP Ledger system. It will be designed with a trustless cross-chain bridge, as well as support for webAuthn passkeys that are signed by the current XRPL validator network. A new proposal for an XRP Ledger (XRPL) options sidechain has emerged, [...] By James M. Gathecha Published March 2, 2026 15:27 UTC (7h ago) |
| Bitmine Acquires 50,928 Ethereum Amid US-Israel-Iran War
Key Highlights On March 2, Bitmine announced the acquisition of 50,928 ETH in the last week, totaling around… By Rajpalsinh Parmar Published March 2, 2026 15:26 UTC (7h ago) |
 | ChangeNOW Review: Non-custodial swaps meet enterprise infrastructure
ChangeNOW, a non-custodial crypto exchange, enables seamless integration for web3 enterprises with robust infrastructure and compliance. The post ChangeNOW Review: Non-custodial swaps meet enterprise infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published March 2, 2026 15:24 UTC (7h ago) |
| iPhone 17e Launch: Apple Delivers 256GB Storage at Entry-Level $599 Price Point
Apple's iPhone 17e launches with 256GB storage, A19 chip, and MagSafe at $599. Analysis of AAPL stock implications and new iPad Air with M4 chip updates. The post iPhone 17e Launch: Apple Delivers 256GB Storage at Entry-Level $599 Price Point appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 15:24 UTC (7h ago) |
| JPMorgan Upgrades Netflix (NFLX) With $120 Target After Warner Bros Exit
JPMorgan sets $120 price target for Netflix (NFLX) with Overweight rating as stock rebounds 24% after company exits Warner Bros deal to focus on growth. The post JPMorgan Upgrades Netflix (NFLX) With $120 Target After Warner Bros Exit appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 15:17 UTC (7h ago) |
 | CRV price slides towards range lows as LlamaLend pool exploit weighs on sentiment
CRV price trades near $0.24 as LlamaLend exploit concerns weigh on short-term sentiment. Curve DAO (CRV) token is trading at $0.24 at press time, down 3.5% over the past 24 hours. The pullback comes during a recovery attempt, with price… By Leon Okwatch Published March 2, 2026 15:11 UTC (7h ago) |
| $0 in Dogecoin ETF Daily Net Inflow: Cause for Concern?
Dogecoin ETFs attracted nil inflows, drawing the attention of the market. By Tomiwabold Olajide Published March 2, 2026 15:11 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Tom Lee's Bitmine boosts ether holdings to 4.47 million tokens with $98 million ETH purchase
The ether treasury firm now has nearly $10 billion in assets and more than $6 billion of ETH staked. By Olivier Acuna Published March 2, 2026 15:10 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Markets Tumble as Iran Tensions Send Oil Soaring: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Retreat
U.S. stock markets declined as Middle East tensions escalated, pushing oil prices sharply higher and triggering widespread volatility across equities. The post Markets Tumble as Iran Tensions Send Oil Soaring: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Retreat appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 15:10 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Ethereum price forecast: ETH struggles to rally above $2,092 amid strong institutional support
Ethereum (ETH) price has been trapped in a tight consolidation range between $1,819 and $2,092 in the past four weeks. … Continue reading The post Ethereum price forecast: ETH struggles to rally above $2,092 amid strong institutional support appeared first on Finbold. By Steve Muchoki Published March 2, 2026 15:07 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Citrea Launches Foundation to Advance Bitcoin’s Programmable Future
Bitcoin Magazine Citrea Launches Foundation to Advance Bitcoin’s Programmable Future Citrea announced the creation of the Citrea Foundation today. This post Citrea Launches Foundation to Advance Bitcoin’s Programmable Future first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman. By Micah Zimmerman Published March 2, 2026 15:04 UTC (7h ago) |
| MicroStrategy Expands BTC Reserves to 720K Bitcoin with Latest $204M Acquisition
MicroStrategy (MSTR) adds 3,015 BTC for $204M, bringing total holdings to 720,737 bitcoin. The purchase was funded through stock sales and equity issuance. The post MicroStrategy Expands BTC Reserves to 720K Bitcoin with Latest $204M Acquisition appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 15:02 UTC (7h ago) |
 | XRP Mirrors The Russell 2000, What This Means And Why It’s Important
A crypto analyst has drawn a striking comparison between XRP and the Russell 2000 index, a US stock market index that tracks the performance of smaller publicly traded companies. Based on the similarities found between the two assets, the analyst has suggested that the altcoin could be setting up for an explosive move into price […] By Scott Matherson Published March 2, 2026 15:00 UTC (7h ago) |
| XRP ETFs Plunge 45% in Weekly Inflows, But US Still Leading
XRP ETF inflows fell 45% to $1.9 million last week, but year-to-date totals remain strong at $153 million, and US crypto ETF demand dominates market flows again. By Gamza Khanzadaev Published March 2, 2026 15:00 UTC (8h ago) |
| Cardano Stablecoin Hits New Milestone as USDC Supply Tops 17 Million
Cardano is growing its liquidity pool, with USDC now dominating native stablecoins. By Godfrey Benjamin Published March 2, 2026 14:56 UTC (8h ago) |
| Palantir Stock Surges on Defense Momentum as Tech Sector Weakens
Palantir stock climbed as defense contracts and Middle East tensions boosted investor interest, even as major AI stocks declined in trading. The post Palantir Stock Surges on Defense Momentum as Tech Sector Weakens appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 14:54 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Bitunix Earn USDT Review – Daily ROI Explained
Bitunix provides a comprehensive suite of trading tools for active, day-to-day traders. However, it also caters to crypto holders holding long-term positions and wide risk management margins. By CryptoDaily Published March 2, 2026 14:53 UTC (8h ago) |
 | BitMine stock slumped for five straight months: will it rebound in March?
BitMine stock price retreated for five consecutive months, reaching its lowest level since June last year as Ethereum and other altcoins slumped. BMNR stock was trading at $20 on Monday, down substantially from last year’s high of $161. Still, despite… By Crispus Nyaga Published March 2, 2026 14:52 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Anthony Pompliano’s ProCap buys 450 Bitcoin, boosting holdings to 5,457 BTC
ProCap's Bitcoin acquisition and share buyback strategy may influence corporate treasury practices, highlighting Bitcoin's role in financial diversification. The post Anthony Pompliano’s ProCap buys 450 Bitcoin, boosting holdings to 5,457 BTC appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published March 2, 2026 14:52 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Iranian Drone Strikes Trigger Spike in European Natural Gas Prices
European natural gas prices spiked on Monday after Qatar halted all liquefied natural gas production following Iranian drone strikes on key energy facilities, jolting already tight markets across Europe and Asia. U.S. Gas Futures Rise as Middle East Conflict Hits LNG Supply The Dutch Title Transfer Facility benchmark, Europe’s main gas price... By Jamie Redman Published March 2, 2026 14:50 UTC (8h ago) |
| Shiba Inu: Connection Problems on Shibarium Usually Not Network Related
Shibarium connection notice issued to SHIB community with a Shibarium explorer issue flagged. By Tomiwabold Olajide Published March 2, 2026 14:49 UTC (8h ago) |
 | ProCap Financial (BRR) Buys 450 Bitcoin and Doubles Down on NAV-Accretive Strategy
Bitcoin Magazine ProCap Financial (BRR) Buys 450 Bitcoin and Doubles Down on NAV-Accretive Strategy ProCap Financial, Inc. continued its twin strategic thrusts this week with the acquisition of 450 Bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to 5,457 BTC and lowering its average cost basis per coin, the company announced. The aggressive accumulation... By Micah Zimmerman Published March 2, 2026 14:45 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Iran Tensions Spark Major European Gas Price Rally as LNG Routes Face Disruption
European gas prices jumped 49% as Iran conflict disrupts LNG flows through Strait of Hormuz. QatarEnergy production halt raises global supply concerns. The post Iran Tensions Spark Major European Gas Price Rally as LNG Routes Face Disruption appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 14:42 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $204 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Climb to 720,737 BTC
Bitcoin Magazine Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $204 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Climb to 720,737 BTC Strategy purchased over $200 million in bitcoin last week, lifting its total holdings to 720,737. This post Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $204 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Climb to 720,737 BTC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman. By Micah Zimmerman Published March 2, 2026 14:40 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Solana price risks fall to $57 amid ongoing bearish rejections
Solana price faces increasing downside risk after repeated rejections at major resistance near $89. By Aziz Zamani Published March 2, 2026 14:37 UTC (8h ago) |
 | EU banks’ euro-pegged stablecoin in talks with crypto exchanges to ensure liquidity
Qivalis is a group of 12 major EU banks developing a euro-pegged stablecoin they plan to debut in the second half of the year. By Olivier Acuna Published March 2, 2026 14:37 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Aptos Powers Juicyway’s Cross-Border Payments Across Africa with $3B in Volume
Juicyway picked Aptos for cross-border settlements after processing over $3 billion in transaction volume across Africa. Aptos enables Juicyway to settle payments in seconds with stablecoins and lower costs than traditional banking networks. Aptos has become the settlement infrastructure for Juicyway’s cross-border payments and treasury operations... By Lucas Oliver Published March 2, 2026 14:37 UTC (8h ago) |
| Block (XYZ) Gets $78 Price Target After Q4 Beat and Major Restructuring Plan
Block (XYZ) receives $78 price target from Cantor Fitzgerald after beating Q4 estimates and announcing 40% workforce cuts for AI transformation. The post Block (XYZ) Gets $78 Price Target After Q4 Beat and Major Restructuring Plan appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 14:35 UTC (8h ago) |
| Bitcoin Two-Year Holders Fall into Extreme Losses as Price Eyes Major Reset
Bitcoin drops near $60,000, putting recent holders in massive losses, but analysts believe it is a sign for a possible price reset, as seen in previous cycles. By Caroline Amosun Published March 2, 2026 14:34 UTC (8h ago) |
 | TRON Expands AI Strategy with Launch of Onchain ‘Bank of AI’ Financial Layer
TRON introduces Bank of AI that allows autonomous agents to pay, administer assets, and transact onchain without human intervention. Bank of AI will add x402 payments, 8004 identities, and DeFi access, which will enable developers to create AI agents that engage in real Web3 markets. TRON DAO has expanded the scope of its AI roadmap [...] By Kelvin Munene Published March 2, 2026 14:30 UTC (8h ago) |
| BitMine Ethereum Losses Top $7.34 Billion as Price Tests $1,900 Support
With the Ethereum price failing to recover, Bitmine's treasury losses have now jumped to $7.34 billion. By Godfrey Benjamin Published March 2, 2026 14:30 UTC (8h ago) |
| PSKY Stock Alert: Paramount Skydance’s $110B Warner Bros Discovery Acquisition
Paramount Skydance (PSKY) finalizes $110B Warner Bros Discovery acquisition after Netflix declines to match. Deal expected to close Q3 2026. The post PSKY Stock Alert: Paramount Skydance’s $110B Warner Bros Discovery Acquisition appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 14:28 UTC (8h ago) |
 | World War III Scenario: Which Crypto Would Suffer the Most? (4 AIs Respond)
Check out which tokens may plummet by 90% if such a scenario unfolded. By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov Published March 2, 2026 14:24 UTC (8h ago) |
| BlackRock Moves $75M in Bitcoin to Coinbase Amid Market Repositioning
Key Highlights: BlackRock moved 1,134 BTC worth nearly $75M to Coinbase in a rapid 15-minute transfer. The deposit… By Ritu Lavania Published March 2, 2026 14:24 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Chainlink Expands Ecosystem with 16 Integrations Across Six Services and Five Blockchains
Chainlink has expanded to 16 additional integrations this week, covering six services across five blockchains, including Arc, Canton Network, and World Chain. Technical indicators suggest LINK still needs to clear major resistance before a stronger rally can begin. Chainlink expanded its ecosystem with 16 integrations spanning six services and... By John Kiguru Published March 2, 2026 14:22 UTC (8h ago) |
| MARA Holdings Faces Premarket Decline Amid Crypto Market Uncertainty
MARA stock fell in premarket trading amid bitcoin volatility, weak Q4 earnings, and a price target reduction from Cantor Fitzgerald to $11. The post MARA Holdings Faces Premarket Decline Amid Crypto Market Uncertainty appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 14:21 UTC (8h ago) |
| Bitcoin Resists to 15% Tariffs, New BTC Spike on Horizon: Analyst
Bitcoin is just "shaking out the weak hands" before the next leg up, history says, according to an analyst. By Yuri Molchan Published March 2, 2026 14:19 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Nexo is back in the US: What changed after the 2023 crypto lending crackdown?
After the 2023 crackdown, Nexo reenters the US with a partner-led model. What is different, and what should users watch? By Dilip Kumar Patairya Published March 2, 2026 14:18 UTC (8h ago) |
| Oil Price War Premium Hits Reality Check at $82 — Just the Beginning or the Blow-Off Top?
The oil price surged sharply this week after conflict in the Middle East pushed Brent crude futures (ICEEUR:BRN1!) to $82, marking its biggest shock in months. Brent is the global oil benchmark, widely used to price international crude, which makes it the clearest measure of the oil price reaction to geopolitical risk. The breakout is The post Oil... By Ananda Banerjee Published March 2, 2026 14:15 UTC (8h ago) |
 | CoinDesk 20 performance update: NEAR Protocol (NEAR) jumps 12.4% over weekend
Solana (SOL), up 2.1% from Friday, was also among the top performers. By CoinDesk Indices Published March 2, 2026 14:15 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Iranian crypto outflows jump 700% minutes after U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, Elliptic says
The blockchain analytics firm said flows from Iran’s largest exchange spiked immediately after U.S.-Israeli strikes on Tehran, pointing to possible capital flight. By Will Canny Published March 2, 2026 14:13 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Strategy buys 3,015 BTC for $204M as holdings climb past 720K
Strategy Inc has purchased 3,015 Bitcoin for about $204 million, lifting its total holdings to 720,737 BTC despite ongoing market weakness. Strategy has added more Bitcoin (BTC) to its balance sheet after spending over $200 million on a fresh purchase, continuing… By Leon Okwatch Published March 2, 2026 14:12 UTC (8h ago) |
| UAL Stock Declines as Middle East Tensions Drive Fuel Price Spike in Travel Industry
United Airlines stock falls as oil prices surge 8% following Middle East disruptions, raising concerns about rising jet fuel costs for travel sector. The post UAL Stock Declines as Middle East Tensions Drive Fuel Price Spike in Travel Industry appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 14:10 UTC (8h ago) |
| Nvidia Commits $4B to Lumentum and Coherent for AI Optical Technology Expansion
Nvidia invests $4B in Lumentum and Coherent to secure optical tech for AI infrastructure. Both stocks surge on news of strategic partnership deal. The post Nvidia Commits $4B to Lumentum and Coherent for AI Optical Technology Expansion appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 14:09 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation. By Cointelegraph Published March 2, 2026 14:08 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Kalshi and Polymarket Face Scrutiny as Lawmakers Target Death-Related Betting Markets
Prediction market platforms like Kalshi andPolymarket are facing pressure after users placed larger bets on the events connected to the U.S. strikes on Iran, which include contracts linked to the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. According to the reports, more than $529 million was traded on the Polymarket By Zayan Published March 2, 2026 14:07 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Bitcoin ETF custody concentrates power in one place, and now a single operational failure causes dangerous ripples
When markets are closed and Bitcoin is moving, the custody agreement decides who can act. A spot Bitcoin ETF fixed an awkward problem for finance. Bitcoin used to arrive as software, keys, and operational responsibility. The ETF repackaged it as a ticker that sits next to every other ticker. That convenience came with a structural […] The post... By Andjela Radmilac Published March 2, 2026 14:05 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Michael Saylor’s Strategy buys $204M of Bitcoin in 101st purchase
Strategy added 3,015 Bitcoin at $67,700 a piece in its 101st purchase, marking another buy below cost basis and lifting total holdings to 720,737 BTC. By Helen Partz Published March 2, 2026 14:01 UTC (8h ago) |
| OXY Stock Soars in Premarket on Oil Rally Amid Middle East Tensions
Occidental Petroleum stock jumped 7% premarket as oil prices rallied on Middle East supply risks. Banks raise Brent forecasts amid Strait of Hormuz concerns. The post OXY Stock Soars in Premarket on Oil Rally Amid Middle East Tensions appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 14:01 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Sentiment On Wall Street Has Turned Negative, Galaxy’s Thorn Says
Wall Street’s attitude toward Bitcoin has flipped from euphoric to deeply skeptical after last year’s crowded long trade unraveled, according to Galaxy Digital head of research Alex Thorn. In an interview on What Bitcoin Did, Thorn said the shift has less to do with conspiracy theories or a single bearish catalyst than with exhausted demand, heavy... By Jake Simmons Published March 2, 2026 14:00 UTC (8h ago) |
| 3 Altcoins That Could Hit New All-Time Highs In March 2026
With the final month of Q1 2026 beginning, it looks certain that the crypto market will close at a loss. However, that does not take away from the fact that some altcoins can still make it to their all-time highs. BeInCrypto has analysed three such altcoins that could be looking at new all-time highs in The post 3 Altcoins That Could Hit New... By Aaryamann Shrivastava Published March 2, 2026 14:00 UTC (9h ago) |
| FDA Rejects uniQure’s AMT-130 Gene Therapy Approval Plan, Sending QURE Stock Plunging
uniQure stock plunged 45% after FDA rejected AMT-130 approval pathway, requiring new randomized trial for Huntington's disease gene therapy program. The post FDA Rejects uniQure’s AMT-130 Gene Therapy Approval Plan, Sending QURE Stock Plunging appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 13:59 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Crypto funds snap five-week outflow streak, drawing $1B amid Bitcoin whale accumulation
The recent inflow into crypto funds indicates a potential shift in market sentiment, highlighting renewed investor confidence and strategic accumulation. The post Crypto funds snap five-week outflow streak, drawing $1B amid Bitcoin whale accumulation appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published March 2, 2026 13:58 UTC (9h ago) |
 | CME’s 24/7 Crypto Derivatives Push Could Quiet Bitcoin’s Weekend Whiplash
CME’s move to 24/7 trading for Bitcoin & crypto derivatives marks one of the most significant structural shifts in the asset’s history. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published March 2, 2026 13:55 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) Announces ETH Holdings Reach 4.474 Million Tokens, and Total Crypto and Total Cash Holdings of $9.9 Billion
Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) Announces ETH Holdings Reach 4.474 Million Tokens, and Total Crypto and Total Cash Holdings of $9.9 Billion By Crypto Daily Published March 2, 2026 13:54 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Energym AI dystopia goes viral as crypto projects tout user-owned AI agents
A Black Mirror‑style “Energym” spoof imagining 80% of jobs lost to AI is circulating as tech companies begin slashing thousands of roles, and white-collar job openings hit decade lows. By Christina Comben Published March 2, 2026 13:53 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Strategy Extends Corporate Bitcoin Dominance, Pushing Holdings to 720,737 BTC
Strategy Inc. expanded its bitcoin treasury with a fresh $204 million purchase, lifting total holdings to 720,737 BTC and reinforcing its position as the largest corporate bitcoin holder as accumulation continues despite market volatility. Strategy Buys 3,015 BTC for $204M, Lifting Holdings to 720,737 Bitcoin Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) announced... By Kevin Helms Published March 2, 2026 13:50 UTC (9h ago) |
| Ripple Price Forecast: XRP’s bearish outlook deepens as US-Iran war weighs on sentiment
Ripple (XRP) remains under pressure, trading around $1.35 at the time of writing on Monday. The remittance token extended its down leg to $1.27 on Saturday after the United States (US), in collaboration with Israel, launched attacks on Iran, killing the nation’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei.Published March 2, 2026 13:45 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Ethereum Price Prediction: Will ETH Drop Below $1.8K Amid Escalating Macro Uncertainty?
Ethereum is still trading with a heavy bearish bias after the sharp late-January breakdown, and the market is now trying to form a base around the $1.9K area. On the higher timeframe, the price structure remains bearish, and amid the war in the Middle East, any rebound is currently best viewed as a relief move […] By Shayan Markets Published March 2, 2026 13:43 UTC (9h ago) |
| Strategy's Bitcoin Holdings Top 720,000 BTC
Strategy has reached a historic milestone in its corporate treasury mission, officially surpassing 720,000 Bitcoin following a fresh $204 million acquisition. By Alex Dovbnya Published March 2, 2026 13:39 UTC (9h ago) |
 | White hat helps recover $1.8M after $2.3M Foom Cash exploit
Foom Cash lost $2.26 million in an exploit tied to a Groth16 verifier misconfiguration, but a white hat recovered $1.84 million of the funds. By Zoltan Vardai Published March 2, 2026 13:39 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Turkey's ruling party unveils 10% crypto income tax proposal
The bill proposes a 10% tax on gains from regulated crypto platforms, withheld quarterly, with the president having the power to adjust the rate between 0% and 20%. By Francisco Rodrigues Published March 2, 2026 13:36 UTC (9h ago) |
 | DeepSeek AI predicts Bitcoin price for end of 2026
DeepSeek, China’s most famous artificial intelligence (AI) platform, appears almost as bullish for Bitcoin (BTC) in 2026 as some of … Continue reading The post DeepSeek AI predicts Bitcoin price for end of 2026 appeared first on Finbold. By Andreja Stojanovic Published March 2, 2026 13:36 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Michael Saylor’s Strategy Acquires 3,015 BTC
The post Michael Saylor’s Strategy Acquires 3,015 BTC appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Michael Saylor’s firm Strategy has added 3,015 bitcoins at an average price near $67,700, spending about $204.1 million in its most recent purchase. This move reflects continued confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term value. As of March 1, 2026, Strategy holds... By Sohrab Khawas Published March 2, 2026 13:32 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Trump Media Corporation Discusses Truth Social Public Spin-off Proposal
Trump Media is discussing a spin-off of Truth Social into a new publicly traded company following its merger with Tae Technologies. Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) announced in Sarasota, Fla., on Feb. 27, 2026, it is discussing a spin-off of Truth Social. The plan involves TMTG merging with Tae Technologies (TAE) before creating a […] By Bitcoin.com Published March 2, 2026 13:30 UTC (9h ago) |
 | If You Hold XRP, Then You Should See This Message From A Developer
An on-chain developer has announced that a new wave of deceptive non-fungible token (NFT) scams is sweeping across the XRP Ledger (XRPL), putting wallet holders on high alert. The attacks, which rely entirely on human error, have prompted growing concern within the XRP community about the threat of social engineering in the crypto space. Developer... By Sandra White Published March 2, 2026 13:30 UTC (9h ago) |
| Magic Eden Focuses on The Gambling Platform Dicey
Magic Eden Shuts NFT Markets to Pivot to Gambling The post Magic Eden Focuses on The Gambling Platform Dicey appeared first on Coinspeaker. By Daniel Francis Published March 2, 2026 13:28 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Cronos (CRO) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is CRO Set for a Major Breakout?
The post Cronos (CRO) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is CRO Set for a Major Breakout? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of Cronos crypto is . Cronos coin price is expected to go as high as $0.3000 to $0.3500 in 2026. CRO crypto may cross the $1 mark, with a potential high of $1.3190 by 2029. Cronos (CRO)... By Yash Jain Published March 2, 2026 13:28 UTC (9h ago) |
 | XRP Price Prediction for March 2026: Could XRP Drop Below $1?
The post XRP Price Prediction for March 2026: Could XRP Drop Below $1? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XRP price continues to trade under sustained pressure on the daily timeframe, with price action firmly locked inside a descending channel that has guided the broader correction since last year’s peak near $3.50. At the time of writing,... By Sahana Vibhute Published March 2, 2026 13:27 UTC (9h ago) |
| Coinbase (COIN) Drops 20% in 2026 Amid Weak Earnings and Declining Crypto Trading
Coinbase (COIN) stock declined 20% in 2026 after missing Q4 earnings estimates. Weak crypto trading volumes offset Everything Exchange expansion strategy. The post Coinbase (COIN) Drops 20% in 2026 Amid Weak Earnings and Declining Crypto Trading appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 13:27 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Strategy purchased more than $200 million in bitcoin last week
The latest purchase, funded through common and preferred stock sales, lifted total holdings to 720,737 coins valued at more than $47 billion. By James Van Straten Published March 2, 2026 13:26 UTC (9h ago) |
| Best Crypto Payment Gateways for Bangladeshi Merchants
Bangladeshi businesses are increasingly turning to cryptocurrency for payments. The process of picking a reliable payment gateway is complicated by banking limitations. This guide presents the top crypto payment gateways for local merchants and shows which ones could be most suitable. Cryptomus Cryptomus provides a complete solution for merchants... By Michelle DG Published March 2, 2026 13:23 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Strategy buys 3,015 Bitcoin more at $67,700
Strategy's continued Bitcoin investment amid unrealized losses highlights the firm's long-term commitment to cryptocurrency despite market volatility. The post Strategy buys 3,015 Bitcoin more at $67,700 appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published March 2, 2026 13:21 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Haseeb Qureshi: AI agents have a comparative advantage in committing crimes, smart contracts are not a replacement for legal contracts, and AI will revolutionize user interaction with DeFi | Bankless
AI agents could reshape the crypto landscape, creating a new era of automated finance. The post Haseeb Qureshi: AI agents have a comparative advantage in committing crimes, smart contracts are not a replacement for legal contracts, and AI will revolutionize user interaction with DeFi | Bankless appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Editorial Team Published March 2, 2026 13:19 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Will Bitcoin crash if oil prices hit $100 per barrel?
Oil prices are rising amid the US-Iran conflict, but whether Bitcoin will suffer is up for debate, as history suggests a bullish BTC price outlook. By Nancy Lubale Published March 2, 2026 13:18 UTC (9h ago) |
| World War 3 Is Trending in Crypto — But Markets Aren’t Acting Like It
On-chain analytics firm Santiment highlights surging social media discussions about “World War 3” within crypto communities, reaching their highest level since June 2025. Coming against the backdrop of coordinated US-Israel attacks against Iran, it suggests crypto traders are bracing for the unthinkable, at least online. World War 3 Trends Across... By Lockridge Okoth Published March 2, 2026 13:17 UTC (9h ago) |
| -337 Billion Shiba Inu (SHIB) Removed in 24 Hours: Is It Getting Better?
Shiba Inu's state on the market might get much better than it used to be thanks to the massive exchange outflow spotted recently. By Arman Shirinyan Published March 2, 2026 13:16 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Charles Myers: Geopolitical risk lacks discernible patterns, US safe haven status is under scrutiny, and the bond market serves as a critical guardrail | Unchained
Geopolitical tensions could reshape the future of stablecoins and the US dollar's dominance. The post Charles Myers: Geopolitical risk lacks discernible patterns, US safe haven status is under scrutiny, and the bond market serves as a critical guardrail | Unchained appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Editorial Team Published March 2, 2026 13:15 UTC (9h ago) |
| AAON Stock Analysis: Record $1.83B Backlog Powers 2026 Revenue Forecast
AAON stock analysis: $1.44B revenue in 2025, $1.83B backlog up 111%, BASX doubles sales. 2026 forecast shows 18-20% growth with stronger margins ahead. The post AAON Stock Analysis: Record $1.83B Backlog Powers 2026 Revenue Forecast appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published March 2, 2026 13:15 UTC (9h ago) |
| EchoStar Reports $14.5B Loss as Revenue Slides to $15B in Latest Financial Filing
EchoStar (SATS) disclosed $15B in 2025 revenue with a $14.5B net loss due to impairments, restructuring, and declining pay-TV and wireless subscribers. The post EchoStar Reports $14.5B Loss as Revenue Slides to $15B in Latest Financial Filing appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 13:14 UTC (9h ago) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line Stock Tumbles on Disappointing 2026 Earnings Guidance
Norwegian Cruise Line stock dropped 7% after issuing disappointing 2026 profit guidance. Rising costs and slower bookings weigh on the cruise operator. The post Norwegian Cruise Line Stock Tumbles on Disappointing 2026 Earnings Guidance appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 13:13 UTC (9h ago) |
| Claude AI Service Experiences Major Global Disruption Affecting Thousands
Anthropic's Claude AI experienced widespread service disruptions affecting users globally with elevated errors in login systems and web access platforms. The post Claude AI Service Experiences Major Global Disruption Affecting Thousands appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 13:13 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Saylor’s Strategy Spends Over $200 Million to Acquire 3,015 BTC: Details
Some of the comments below the company's post said this purchase shows "conviction, not hesitation." By Jordan Lyanchev Published March 2, 2026 13:12 UTC (9h ago) |
 | KuCoin Integrates Earn and Feed Into Lite Mode to Streamline Onboarding for New Users
KuCoin has introduced an update to its Lite Mode, adding integrated access to Earn and Feed within the simplified interface of its mobile app. By CryptoDaily Published March 2, 2026 13:12 UTC (9h ago) |
| How investors are generating income as XRP adoption expands
The tokenization of real-world assets is rapidly advancing as attention turns to blockchain networks like the XRP Ledger for large-scale financial settlement. #partnercontent By Guest Post Published March 2, 2026 13:09 UTC (9h ago) |
 | BadalPay Exchange: Full Platform Overview, Features and Benefits
BadalPay.exchange is an online platform specializing in cryptocurrency and fiat currency exchange operations. The service allows users to convert digital assets quickly and securely, offering a convenient environment for both private clients and active traders. The website supports popular assets such as USDT and Bitcoin, along with several fiat... By PR DESK Published March 2, 2026 13:07 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Ethereum price Crashes While Supply Quietly Vanishes: Is ETH Supply Shock Brewing Now?
The post Ethereum price Crashes While Supply Quietly Vanishes: Is ETH Supply Shock Brewing Now? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Ethereum price may be flashing red, but beneath the surface, something very different is happening. While traders focus on falling candles, holders are steadily pulling coins off exchanges and not in small... By Yash Jain Published March 2, 2026 13:06 UTC (9h ago) |
 | South Korea investigates seed phrase leak in photo leading to $4.8 million crypto theft from tax authority
The National Tax Service said it had intended to provide a vivid shot of the seizure by sharing a photo. By Olivier Acuna Published March 2, 2026 13:05 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Anthony Pompliano’s ProCap Financial buys 450 bitcoin, steps up share buybacks
Agentic finance firm becomes 19th largest public Bitcoin holder as BRR rises 2%. By James Van Straten Published March 2, 2026 13:02 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Tokenized gold PAXG, XAUT jump as missiles fly, BTC stalls near $66.2k
Tokenized gold PAXG and XAUT climb about 1–2% toward $5.4k as Middle East conflict sends BTC, ETH and SOL lower in 24h risk‑off trade. Tokenized gold is suddenly back in fashion as geopolitical risk flares, with on‑chain proxies for bullion… By Andrew Folkler Published March 2, 2026 13:00 UTC (10h ago) |
 | JPMorgan warns oil could surge to $120 if Iran war disrupts Gulf supply
A prolonged Gulf supply disruption could significantly tighten global oil markets, impacting economies and boosting energy and defense sectors. The post JPMorgan warns oil could surge to $120 if Iran war disrupts Gulf supply appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published March 2, 2026 12:57 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Maritime Shares Rally as Hormuz Crisis Triggers Route Changes and Rate Increases
Shipping company stocks rallied Monday following Strait of Hormuz disruptions that forced carriers to reroute vessels, tightening capacity and lifting rates. The post Maritime Shares Rally as Hormuz Crisis Triggers Route Changes and Rate Increases appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 12:54 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Price Analysis: Why Bitcoin Must Clear $68K to Avoid Another Big Leg Down
Bitcoin is still in a corrective phase after the sharp selloff, and the price is now trying to stabilize around $66,000. The bigger picture is simple, as momentum is bearish on the daily time frame, but short-term structure is tightening. So, the next breakout from consolidation likely decides whether this is a bottom or just […] By Shayan Markets Published March 2, 2026 12:53 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Ethereum Price Crash or Cycle Bottom? Whale Data May Reveal the Truth
The post Ethereum Price Crash or Cycle Bottom? Whale Data May Reveal the Truth appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ethereum price enters March under pressure, and the Ethereum price crash narrative is quickly gaining traction across the market. With global tensions rising and risk appetite fading, investors are reassessing exposure to... By Shubham Vishwakarma Published March 2, 2026 12:52 UTC (10h ago) |
 | After 5 Red Months, Is Bitcoin About to Explode? What It Means for XRP Price
The post After 5 Red Months, Is Bitcoin About to Explode? What It Means for XRP Price appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A new month has begun, and for crypto markets, March could carry more weight than usual. After months of sideways trading and repeated pullbacks, some analysts believe Bitcoin and XRP may be approaching a decisive moment.... By Debashree Patra Published March 2, 2026 12:50 UTC (10h ago) |
| RadNet (RDNT) Delivers Record-Breaking Q4 2025 Results as Digital Health Revenue Climbs 48%
RadNet (RDNT) reports record Q4 2025 revenue of $547.7M, up 14.8%, with Digital Health surging 48% and strong 2026 guidance driven by AI growth. The post RadNet (RDNT) Delivers Record-Breaking Q4 2025 Results as Digital Health Revenue Climbs 48% appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published March 2, 2026 12:47 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Ripple Price Analysis: Is the Bottom In for XRP? The Critical Levels You Need to Watch
XRP is still trading in a broader downtrend, and the rebound attempts keep getting capped at lower highs. The asset is now trying to establish a bottom near the lower part of the range, so the next move likely comes down to whether buyers can defend the recent floor and reclaim the first resistance band. […] By Shayan Markets Published March 2, 2026 12:43 UTC (10h ago) |
| CVX Shares Surge in Early Trading as Crude Oil Soars on Middle East Turmoil
Chevron stock jumped 4% premarket as oil prices surged up to 13% after Middle East strikes disrupted energy infrastructure and shipping near Hormuz. The post CVX Shares Surge in Early Trading as Crude Oil Soars on Middle East Turmoil appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 12:41 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Bitcoin price Flashes 2021 Déjà Vu as NUPL Warns of Deeper Flush
The post Bitcoin price Flashes 2021 Déjà Vu as NUPL Warns of Deeper Flush appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Bitcoin price is starting to look uncomfortably familiar. Multiple tops. Lower highs. Weak rebounds. If you squint at the current structure and compare it to 2021, the resemblance isn’t subtle but it’s somewhat eerie thats making... By Yash Jain Published March 2, 2026 12:41 UTC (10h ago) |
| Airline Stocks Tumble as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Aviation and Spikes Oil Prices
Airline stocks plunged Monday as Middle East strikes caused mass flight cancellations, closed major airports, and sent oil prices climbing 8% higher. The post Airline Stocks Tumble as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Aviation and Spikes Oil Prices appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published March 2, 2026 12:40 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Pi Network News: 60,000 Pi Locked in 12 Days, Is 100K Next?
The post Pi Network News: 60,000 Pi Locked in 12 Days, Is 100K Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Pi momentum is heating up again. With foundational systems in place, the network’s growth will depend on the applications, services, and real-world utilities developed on top of that infrastructure. After previously touching 74,000 Pi... By Debashree Patra Published March 2, 2026 12:39 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Hong Kong and Shanghai Authorities Integrate Cargo Data on Blockchain
Hong Kong and Shanghai trade authorities have agreed to leverage the use of blockchain technology in order to record cargo data in a bid to modernize cross-border logistics. The move is aimed at increasing transparency in the logistics industry, thereby reducing paperwork among traders in the two cities. According to By Lakshya Baskar Published March 2, 2026 12:38 UTC (10h ago) |
 | Centralized messengers are the weakest link in free communication | Opinion
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 | Bitcoin Cash dips 22% over one week while new lending protocol captures over 19,000 investor interest
Bitcoin Cash has plummeted 22% over the past week, struggling against market trends, while a new decentralized lending protocol, Mutuum Finance, garners interest. #sponsored By Guest Post Published March 2, 2026 12:36 UTC (10h ago) |
| Founder of Major Bitcoin Mining Pool Linked to Large ETH Position as Price Is Under $2,000
Chun Wang, founder of F2Pools, one of the earliest Bitcoin mining pools, may be preparing a $250 million Ethereum acquisition, as alleged by Arkham, with tokenization and the "digital oil" narrative seen as key reasons. By Gamza Khanzadaev Published March 2, 2026 12:36 UTC (10h ago) |