Crypto News Aggregator

Trump's new cyber strategy prioritizes the security of cryptocurrencies and blockchain alongside AI and quantum computing to maintain US tech leadership.

Bitcoin ETF AUM drops due to price volatility can appear as investor outflows when they are merely mark-to-market effects.

Prediction markets are evolving from sports and elections to become professional tools for hedging complex, unpriceable geopolitical and policy risks.

Prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket are exploring fundraising at valuations near $20 billion, potentially doubling their previous valuations.

Kalshi is being sued in a class action lawsuit over a prediction market on the removal of Ali Khamenei, alleging undisclosed rules and unpaid winnings.

Latin America's crypto user growth tripled that of the U.S. in 2025, driven by practical use cases like cross-border payments.

Ethereum co-founder Jeffrey Wilcke transferred $157 million in ETH to the Kraken exchange after a period of wallet inactivity.

Block CEO Jack Dorsey reluctantly announced support for stablecoins due to customer demand, despite his long-held preference for Bitcoin as the internet's native money.

Leading Wall Street figures anticipate a shift beyond the initial AI boom, which could impact Bitcoin's role as a macro hedge or diversification asset.

Oil prices, driven by geopolitical risk, are becoming a primary indicator for Bitcoin by influencing inflation expectations and the Federal Reserve's rate cut path.

Prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket are in early talks for fundraising rounds that could value each company at approximately $20 billion.

Strategy's STRC preferred stock surge could generate $302 million in proceeds for Michael Saylor to potentially buy around 4,300 Bitcoin.

South Korea plans to allow corporate crypto investment but may exclude stablecoins like USDT and USDC due to foreign exchange law conflicts.

Circle moved $68 million in internal payments using its USDC stablecoin via the Circle Mint platform in under 30 minutes.

A year after President Trump's order, the proposed U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve remains unformed due to required Congressional legislation.

President Trump claimed Iran surrendered to Middle East neighbors due to US/Israel pressure, while threatening more strikes.

Prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket are reportedly exploring fundraising rounds that could value each company at about $20 billion.

Stablecoin monthly transaction volume hit a record $1.8 trillion in February, with USDC volume exceeding USDT for the first time.

Bitcoin's rebound to $70k despite macro shocks is driven by high options open interest acting as a price magnet.

xAI's chatbot Grok went viral on X for delivering explicit, profanity-laced roasts targeting Elon Musk, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Keir Starmer.

The Florida Senate unanimously passed a bill establishing regulatory guidelines for payment stablecoins, now awaiting Governor DeSantis' signature.

Bitcoin dropped below $68,000 as the U.S. dollar recorded its largest weekly gain in a year, driven by inflation fears.

Despite retail investor buying, Bitcoin's price may continue to fall as whales are selling, mirroring past patterns, according to Santiment.

An investment firm predicts Bitcoin could drop another 30% in 2026, citing the strength of the four-year cycle.

The US National Cyber Strategy explicitly names crypto and blockchain for protection, marking a first for such a document.

A crypto executive argues community banks and the crypto industry are allies against large banks in the CLARITY Act debate.

AI increases demand for high-skill builders by augmenting their capabilities while pressuring roles based on repeatable processes, threatening entry-level career paths.

Prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket are exploring funding rounds that could value them near $20 billion.

Data indicates that holding Bitcoin for over three years historically turns potential losses from peak entries into significant profits.

The Bank of Canada completed a pilot, Project Samara, issuing the country's first tokenized bond using distributed ledger technology.

Crypto firm BlockFills is exploring restructuring due to significant losses and a customer lawsuit alleging commingling of funds.

A former Seattle startup CFO received a two-year prison sentence for wire fraud after diverting $35 million to his crypto platform.

Democrats are pushing to ban prediction markets tied to military action following $679 million in bets related to the Iran conflict.

Florida has enacted legislation establishing the first comprehensive regulatory framework for payment stablecoins in the US.

Curve Finance accused PancakeSwap of using its StableSwap code without proper licensing, urging collaboration.

Bitcoin lost $110 billion in market cap despite positive institutional news, as macro factors like a stronger dollar dominated price action.

Senator Elizabeth Warren demanded anti-corruption measures in crypto legislation following the SEC's settlement with Tron founder Justin Sun.

Bitcoin dropped below $70,000 due to profit-taking by short-term holders, negative futures data, and weakening US spot demand.

Crypto lender BlockFills is exploring restructuring after suspending client withdrawals and facing a lawsuit alleging improper fund management.

Florida's legislature passed a bill establishing the first state-level regulatory framework for stablecoins, awaiting the Governor's signature.

Bitcoin's potential rally to $90,000 hinges on momentum consolidating above +0.5 and overcoming key resistance levels acting as sell walls for trapped traders.

Tether investor Christopher Harborne has donated $16 million to the UK's Reform party, which advocates for crypto-friendly policies.

Bitcoin recovered amid ETF inflows while Aave faced a governance dispute leading to the Aave Chan Initiative's exit.

Arthur Hayes suggests markets are underpricing the risk of a prolonged Middle East conflict and its inflationary impact.

Senator Warren criticized the SEC over dropping claims against Justin Sun, while Binance refuted an Iran sanctions probe, and other crypto news was covered.

The NYSE agreed to pay a $9 million SEC penalty for a 2023 technology glitch that disrupted stock openings.

Coinbase Prime launched unified cross-margin functionality integrating spot, derivatives, and regulated perpetual futures trading for institutions.

Pakistan's parliament passed the Virtual Assets Act, 2026, formalizing PVARA as the nation's digital asset regulator.

Stress in the private credit market, evidenced by BlackRock and Blue Owl limiting withdrawals, risks spilling into crypto and DeFi markets.

Kalshi faces a class action lawsuit over a $54 million prediction market concerning Iran's Supreme Leader's departure.

Kraken launched xChange, an onchain engine for trading tokenized stocks on Ethereum and Solana, backed 1:1 by shares.

Binance denied facilitating transactions to Iran and called a US Senate inquiry based on defamatory and unsupported reports.

A sustained oil price surge past seven weeks could force the Fed to delay rate cuts, severely impacting Bitcoin.

Curve Finance accused PancakeSwap of illegally using its proprietary StableSwap code without authorization, warning of legal risks.

Utexo secured $7.5 million in seed funding to build infrastructure enabling native USDT settlement on Bitcoin.

Brent crude surpassed $90 a barrel due to escalating Middle East tensions and warnings of prolonged conflict.

CleanSpark, Cango, and BitFuFu mined nearly 1,250 BTC in February while expanding their focus toward AI infrastructure.

Kraken gained direct access to the US Federal Reserve, MARA clarified its Bitcoin strategy, and the NYSE proposed a tokenization framework.

Kazakhstan's Central Bank plans to invest up to $350 million from reserves into crypto-related financial instruments and tech firms.

Binance formally rebutted US Senator Blumenthal's claims regarding its exposure to Iranian entities, citing robust compliance protocols.

21Shares launched the first spot Polkadot ETF in the U.S., trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker TDOT.

Binance accused Senator Blumenthal's inquiry into alleged Iran sanctions violations of relying on false and defamatory reporting.

Rising oil prices and disappointing jobs data caused a significant downturn in risk assets, including Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Short-term Bitcoin holders moved $1.8 billion in BTC to exchanges following a brief rally to $74,000, indicating profit-taking.

Bitcoin dropped below $70,000 after weak US jobs data failed to support risk assets, erasing its recent breakout attempt.

Stress in the $3 trillion private credit market, evidenced by redemption issues at major funds, may force asset sales, potentially hitting Bitcoin first due to its high liquidity.

21Shares launched the first US spot Polkadot ETF, TDOT, offering regulated exposure to the DOT token on Nasdaq with a 0.3% fee.

Tether co-led a $7.5 million investment in Utexo to enable native USDT settlement directly on the Bitcoin network.

Senator Warren criticized the SEC for dropping its case against Justin Sun, linking it to Trump's crypto ties and demanding legislative action.

Pakistan's parliament enacted the Virtual Assets Act, 2026, establishing PVARA as a permanent regulator for crypto service providers.