Ripple lawsuit comes into the spotlight after the SEC's recently issued crypto guidance, with a former SEC official weighing in on XRP trading rights.

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Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Slides Below $70,000 as Oil Spikes, Fed Hold Tightens Financial Conditions Bitcoin price fell below $70,000 on Thursday as rising energy costs and a steady Federal Reserve stance strengthened the dollar and weighed on risk appetite. This post Bitcoin Price Slides Below $70,000 as Oil Spikes, Fed Hold Tightens Financial Conditions first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Bitcoin price correction reversed at $69,500, preserving a new higher BTC trading range as gold led a post-Fed macro asset sell-off.

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Is BTC yet to feel real pain during this market cycle?

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Dogecoin price challenges the multi-months resistance trendline of falling channel pattern, signalling a pivot moment for holders. The…

Bithumb launched ROBO/KRW trading on March 18 with a reference price of 44.90 won and Ethereum network support.…

Hyperliquid has hit $2.1 million in fees. The platform’s open interest recorded $1.43 billion. Price of HYPE token…

Pi Network has dropped below $0.18 (around $0.1726), falling nearly 4.75% in 24 hours despite recovery signs in…

Bitcoin (BTC) is holding strong at $74,000 today, March 18, 2026. BTC has been able to hold this…

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Strategy’s $STRC stock hit record-low volatility. Sharpe Ratio rises high. Strategy uses stock sales to buy Bitcoin. $STRC,…

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Aster DEX now supports USD1 perpetual contracts. USD1 can be used as full margin. Launch coincides with Aster…

Katana (KAT) has witnessed a drop of around 23% in the last 24 hours, dropping below $0.01243 and…

Key Highlights Chainlink (LINK) has dropped by 6.6% after a recent rally in the cryptocurrency, declining its value…

Key Highlights Hedera (HBAR) price fell by over 3.32% on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve decided to keep…

Hyperliquid price gives a high-momentum breakout from the resistance trendline of rising wedge pattern. S&P Dow Jones Indices…

Key Highlights Polkadot (DOT) price dropped by 3.59% to $1.56 after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady…

Bitcoin fell to $70,500 before recovering near $71,000, down over 4% in 24 hours. Inflation concerns and Fed…

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Ether.fi (ETHFI) surged nearly 20% after Upbit announced KRW market listing starting 12:30 PM KST, today. Token trades…

The Pepe coin price gave a major breakout from a multi-year resistance trendline of a falling wedge pattern,…

SUI price plunged from $1.08 to $0.97 in the last 48-hours, signaling a potential breakdown from the bear…

Zcash price shows a bearish reversal from the resistance trendline of a falling wedge pattern  The Federal Reserve’s…

Crypto Market is down by 4% today, March 19, 2026. Crypto Fear & Greed Index sits at 33.…

Neutrl flags possible front-end compromise, asks users to avoid platform interactions until further notice. DNS-level attack suspected, redirecting…

Pi Network is up by 2% while the entire crypto market is bleeding red. Protocol 20 upgrade is…

Accenture (ACN) reports strong Q2 with $18B revenue, $2.93 EPS, and $22.1B bookings. Managed services now represent 51% of total revenue mix. The post Accenture (ACN) Stock: Q2 Earnings Showcase Managed Services Strength and AI-Driven Transformation appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: FTX Recovery Trust will distribute approximately $2.2 billion to eligible creditors starting March 31, 2026. Class 5B U.S. customers and Classes 6A and 6B creditors each reach a full 100% cumulative payout this round. Preferred Equity Holders must complete KYC and tax forms by April 30 to receive their May 29 payment. Creditors must [...] The post FTX Recovery Trust Sets March 31 for $2.2 Billion Fourth Distribution to Creditors appeared first on Blockonomi.

Listings and on-ramps monetized access scarcity. Intent-based protocols make it native to networks, ending gatekeeper detours forever.

US Bitcoin and altcoin ETFs saw notable outflows on Wednesday as BTC dipped below $71,000 and investor sentiment returned to extreme fear.

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TLDR: Strategy bought 22,337 BTC in one week, its highest single-week purchase since November 2024. STRC, a fixed-income product yielding 11.5%, raised $1.18B in one week, outpacing MSTR share sales. Saylor raised roughly $4B through STRC, marking a sharp departure from his 2022 bear market approach. Analysts warn that if Bitcoin price drops, STRC dividend [...] The post Saylor’s New Bitcoin Playbook: Is STRC Replacing Share Issuance as Strategy Primary Funding Tool? appeared first on Blockonomi.

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FTX's bankruptcy sales of Anthropic, Solana, and SpaceX stakes left $47.8B unrealized. Analysis of what these assets are worth today vs. sale prices. The post FTX’s Premature Asset Sales: How $4.7B Could Have Become $52.5B Today appeared first on Blockonomi.

Some South Korean lawmakers are pushing back against the ruling party’s plan to levy a 22% tax on cryptocurrencies. A bill introduced by the right-wing People Power Party on Thursday seeks to amend the Income Tax Act and fully abolish…

Evernorth's Nasdaq listing could enhance institutional confidence in XRP, potentially boosting its adoption and integration in financial systems. The post XRP treasury Evernorth files with SEC to advance Nasdaq listing plan appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ethereum risks over $2.5 billion in long liquidations below $2,000, as significant volatility may lead to a retest of the $1,800 support.

Bitcoin briefly fell below the $70,000 mark, reaching a low of $69,536, due to a liquidation event by an early holder who sold 650 bitcoins. However, bitcoin quickly recovered to around $70,200, demonstrating its resilience. The Alleged Gunden Exit Bitcoin (BTC) briefly surrendered the psychologically critical $70,000 level for the first time since March 12, […]

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OpenClaw AI agent dominates China with Baidu and Tencent hosting public events, but security warnings and rising token costs present challenges. The post OpenClaw AI Agent Takes China by Storm: Understanding the Viral Phenomenon appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ancient Bitcoin whales and long-term holders are selling their sats as the US-Israeli war with Iran extends to key energy infrastructure, leading to sharp spikes in oil and gas prices.

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Marszalek was specific about who is being let go: those in roles that, in his words, "do not adapt in our new world."

The ruling Democratic Party responded, saying it has not formed a consensus on abolishing the tax but will review the new proposal.

Tempo blockchain launches with Stripe partnership, offering sub-second AI payments via Machine Payment Protocol. Targets $190T cross-border market. The post Tempo Mainnet Launch: Stripe Powers Lightning-Fast Blockchain Payments for AI appeared first on Blockonomi.

Pentagon staff resist Claude AI ban after supply chain risk ruling. Replacement may take 18 months as OpenAI, Amazon, and Google lobby against the decision. The post Pentagon Faces Backlash Over Anthropic Claude AI Ban as Replacement Proves Difficult appeared first on Blockonomi.

The Algorand Foundation has reduced its workforce by 25% amid market uncertainty, even as the SEC clarified ALGO’s status as a digital commodity. The move reflects a strategic reset rather than a retreat from long-term growth. Layoffs Hit Algorand as Market Pressures Collide With Regulatory Clarity The Algorand Foundation has announced a 25% reduction in […]

Signet Jewelers (SIG) stock drops 7% as FY2027 guidance disappoints. Q4 EPS beat at $6.25, but weak outlook and declining same-store sales weigh on shares. The post Signet Jewelers (SIG) Stock Plunges 7% on Disappointing Fiscal 2027 Outlook appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP Ledger shows a substantial drop in the number of transactions, which is the first sign of an upcoming market reversal.

Micron falls 5% on profit-taking despite strong earnings. Five Below surges 8% on sales beat. Alibaba drops 4.5% as profits decline. Thursday's movers. The post Thursday’s Market Movers: Micron (MU) Dips Despite Earnings Win, Five Below Soars appeared first on Blockonomi.

Accenture (ACN) shares declined 3% despite surpassing Q2 estimates, as weak Q3 revenue guidance and client spending concerns weighed on investor sentiment. The post Accenture (ACN) Stock Plunges 3% Despite Q2 Earnings Beat on Weak Revenue Outlook appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Crypto.com has cut roughly 12% of its global workforce as part of a full-scale AI integration move. CEO Kris Marszalek warned that companies not adopting AI immediately will fail or be left far behind. Only roles unable to adapt to the new AI-driven operational model were targeted in the reduction. All affected employees were [...] The post Crypto.com Cuts 12% of Its Workforce as CEO Declares AI the New Standard for All Operations appeared first on Blockonomi.

Stellar Foundation CEO ​​Denelle Dixon reacts to the historic 2026 verdict as XLM joins Bitcoin and XRP on the official digital commodities list.

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Pi Network price managed to brush off the bearish sentiment prevailing in the broader crypto market amid a major mainnet upgrade that introduced smart contract functionality to the Pi ecosystem. According to data from crypto.news, Pi Network (PI) price initially…

Iranian missiles hit Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG facility, sending natural gas up 26% and Brent crude up 8%. Trump threatens South Pars destruction if attacks continue. The post Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG Facility Hit by Iranian Missiles as Natural Gas Prices Rocket 26% appeared first on Blockonomi.

OpenClaw developers targeted by sophisticated phishing scam using fake $CLAW token giveaways on GitHub. Learn how attackers steal wallets and data. The post OpenClaw Developers Under Attack: Fraudulent $CLAW Token Giveaway Scam Exposed appeared first on Blockonomi.

With the recent turn in the tide led by Bitcoin crossing $70,000, the Dogecoin price has begun to see some upside. This has been propelled forward by the fact that the meme coin seems to have been stuck in a prolonged accumulation trend, now culminating in an uptrend. As the Dogecoin price continues to chase […]

Alibaba (BABA) stock dropped 4% after Q3 revenue of $41.4B fell short of expectations and net income tumbled 66% due to heavy AI spending. The post Alibaba (BABA) Stock Plunges 4% as Earnings Disappoint and AI Costs Mount appeared first on Blockonomi.

The award-winning international cryptocurrency exchange, Toobit, today announces the release of its brand-new feature set, the AI Agent Trade Kit. This is an open-source framework that allows traders to link large language models (LLMs) directly to the exchange. The goal is to turn simple conversations into real-time market actions. The >AI Agent Trade Kit eliminates the […]

Canada’s financial intelligence agency has revoked 50 money services business registrations so far in 2026, with nearly all tied to cryptocurrency operations, signaling an intensified compliance crackdown. FINTRAC Revokes 23 Crypto Licenses in Single-Day Sweep The enforcement push comes from the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC), which is targeting firms that […]

Elon Musk has returned to memes about Dogecoin, making the community buzz with excitement.

Tesla (TSLA) stock declines as NHTSA advances FSD probe to engineering analysis, covering 3.2M vehicles following nine crashes and one fatality. The post Tesla (TSLA) Stock Drops as Federal Probe Into Full Self-Driving System Intensifies appeared first on Blockonomi.

On Thursday, Crypto.com said it has reduced its workforce by roughly 12% as it accelerates an enterprise-wide push into artificial intelligence, according to a statement from CEO Kris Marszalek. Job Cuts Follow Enterprise-Wide AI Adoption Plan The announcement came via a post on X, where Marszalek framed the layoffs as part of a broader strategic […]

FedEx (FDX) reports Q3 FY26 earnings March 19. Analysts expect $4.15 EPS, $23.49B revenue. Stock down 5.6% this month. Key metrics and targets inside. The post FedEx (FDX) Q3 Earnings Report: Wall Street’s Forecasts for March 19 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Rocket Lab (RKLB) stock gains 2% after securing a $190M DoD hypersonic contract and receiving a Buy rating from Clear Street with an $88 price target. The post Rocket Lab (RKLB) Stock Gains Momentum on $190M Pentagon Deal and Bullish Analyst Coverage appeared first on Blockonomi.

Samsung (SSNLF) stock gains as the tech giant commits $73B to AI chips and R&D in 2026, challenging TSMC and SK Hynix in the HBM race. The post Samsung (SSNLF) Stock Surges on Massive $73B AI Chip Investment Plan appeared first on Blockonomi.

Alibaba (BABA) stock drops as net income falls 66% despite strong AI and cloud growth. Heavy investments pressure margins amid commerce expansion. The post Alibaba (BABA) Stock Falls as Profits Drop 66% Amid AI Infrastructure Push appeared first on Blockonomi.

TSMC (TSM) reports $10.1B February revenue, up 22% YoY, as Nvidia becomes largest customer at 19% share, overtaking Apple in historic business shift. The post TSMC (TSM) Stock: Nvidia Overtakes Apple as Top Customer in Historic Shift appeared first on Blockonomi.

The European Central Bank is looking for experts who can help define how a potential digital euro can be used across ATMs and payment terminals. The ECB published an announcement on Wednesday, opening applications for two workstreams under its Rulebook…

South Korean lawmakers are once again tearing up the script on crypto taxation, this time with a proposal to scrap the levy altogether before it ever sees daylight. South Korea Crypto Policy Shift Could Remove Tax Burden Entirely According to the regional news publication Digital Asset, South Korea’s opposition party has introduced legislation to fully […]

Crypto.com's pivot to AI highlights the growing trend of automation reshaping industries, potentially widening the gap between tech adopters and laggards. The post Crypto.com slashes 12% of workforce as it pivots to enterprise AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: Attackers created fake GitHub accounts to tag OpenClaw developers with fraudulent $5,000 $CLAW token airdrop offers. A cloned openclaw.ai site used obfuscated JavaScript named “eleven.js” to silently drain connected crypto wallets. OX Security found a “nuke” function inside the malware that erases wallet-theft data to block forensic investigation. The threat actor’s wallet address was [...] The post OpenClaw Developers Hit by GitHub Phishing Campaign Designed to Drain Crypto Wallets appeared first on Blockonomi.

As the crypto market reverses its gains, Hyperliquid is now outperforming the Top 10 assets, including XRP.

New forensic reports and leaked court documents show years of dollar payments from crypto Libra (LIBRA) lobbyist Mauricio Novelli to Javier Milei and his inner circle, well before the memecoin collapsed. Related Reading: Crypto Isn’t A Cult: Why Vanity Fair’s ‘True Believers’ Piece Misses The Point Dollar Payments For A Crypto Scandal Thirteen months after […]

The Bank of Japan held interest rates at 0.75%, citing global uncertainty and rising inflation risks linked to energy prices. Governor Kazuo Ueda signaled a cautious but flexible approach to future policy shifts. Governor Ueda Flags Inflation Risks, Keeps Rates Steady The Bank of Japan kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 0.75% on Thursday, […]

Tesla launches AI5 chip March 21 but will keep buying Nvidia hardware. Musk's dual-chip strategy explained for both Tesla and SpaceX AI operations. The post Tesla (TSLA) Doubles Down on Nvidia (NVDA) Chips Despite In-House AI5 Development appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Solana’s 90-day Futures Taker CVD shows momentum traders distributing into strength rather than adding fresh longs in 2026. Spot average order size reveals whale clusters forming near recent price lows, signaling selective accumulation into market weakness. The SEC has formally classified SOL as a digital commodity, reducing regulatory uncertainty and opening doors for institutional [...] The post Solana Price Outlook: Whale Accumulation Diverges From Futures Selling Pressure as SEC Grants Commodity Status appeared first on Blockonomi.

Banking giant Morgan Stanley has submitted an amended Bitcoin ETF filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. According to the updated S-1 filing on Wednesday, the firm has confirmed the ticker MSBT on NYSE Arca. Further, the filing notes…

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GM CFO says rising gas prices haven't shifted consumer buying patterns. Low inventory on trucks and SUVs shaped Q1 2026 sales more than fuel costs. The post General Motors (GM) Stock: CFO Says Fuel Price Surge Not Affecting Vehicle Demand appeared first on Blockonomi.

Micron (MU) shares fall 4% despite crushing Q2 earnings with $12.20 EPS. The culprit? A $5B capex hike raising total spending to $25B for fiscal 2026. The post Micron (MU) Reports Monster Earnings, Yet Shares Tumble 4% on Spending Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.

There are several double-digit movers from the altcoin space, including HASH and RIVER, both of which have skyrocketed by over 12% daily.

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Ethereum developers are pushing one-click staking to simplify validator operations, attract institutions and strengthen decentralization across the network.

  Bootstrapped Project Processes $5M in Trading Volume Within Two Weeks, Proving Viability of ALM Vienna, Austria, 19.03.2026 – UpOnly, a decentralized finance protocol built on Solana, has introduced a groundbreaking approach to digital asset design with the launch of the UP token, the first cryptocurrency engineered to only increase in price through code. Since its launch two weeks ago, the protocol has processed over $5 million in trading volume while demonstrating that its core mechanism works under real market conditions, with the token price climbing from $1.00 to $1.60 even as users actively buy and sell. The protocol addresses The post UpOnly Redefines How Crypto Assets Are Designed appeared first on The Merkle News.

Evernorth said its $1 billion proceeds will support building what it expects to be Nasdaq's largest publicly traded XRP treasury firm.

Algorand Foundation eliminates 25% of workforce amid crypto downturn. ALGO trades at $0.09, down 98% from highs, as layoffs hit Gemini, Block, and others. The post Algorand Foundation Slashes 25% of Team Amid Crypto Market Turbulence and ALGO Token Decline appeared first on Blockonomi.

Sen. Lummis says crypto's CLARITY Act is headed for April Senate markup, with stablecoin yield disputes nearing resolution and a May deadline looming. The post Senator Lummis: Crypto Bill Nearing Final Senate Hurdle in April appeared first on Blockonomi.

Fold (FFLD) reported a $69.6M loss in 2025 despite 34% revenue growth. Operating losses surged fivefold while stock dropped 59% YTD amid Bitcoin selloff. The post Fold (FFLD) Loses Nearly $70M in Maiden Year as Public Entity — Can Bitcoin Strategy Deliver? appeared first on Blockonomi.

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A long-dormant Bitcoin whale wallet has offloaded 1,000 BTC on Wednesday. On-chain data tracked by analytics provider EmberCN showed that the wallet “bc1q…6ym” has transferred a total of 3,500 BTC since November 2024. The whale began accumulating around 13 years…

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Senator Tim Scott discussed the impact of digital asset legislation and the progress on the highly anticipated crypto market structure bill on Tuesday, revealing that a fresh draft could be ready by the end of the week. Related Reading: PayPal Expands PYUSD Access To 68 New Countries Amid Stablecoin Push Crypto Market Structure Bill Sees […]

The initiative targets how a digital euro would operate across existing payment rails, with emphasis on offline transactions and interoperability.

TLDR: The Bank of Japan held its benchmark interest rate at 0.75% for the second consecutive policy meeting in March 2026. The Iran war has closed the Strait of Hormuz, threatening Japan’s energy imports and pushing crude oil prices sharply higher. Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama warned Japan is on full guard as the yen nears [...] The post Bank of Japan Holds Rate at 0.75% as Iran War Drives Oil Prices and Inflation Fears appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cardano (ADA) trades at $0.27 in a multi-year support zone that sparked past rallies. LayerZero integration adds access to 160+ chains and $90B in assets. The post Cardano (ADA) Price Hovers at Historic Support Zone That Fueled Previous Bull Runs appeared first on Blockonomi.

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FTX Recovery Trust announces $2.2B creditor payout for March 2026, the fourth distribution bringing total repayments to $10B. Why creditors say it's not enough. The post FTX Bankruptcy Trust Announces $2.2 Billion Creditor Payment for March 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin fell 4.2% below $71K as oil surged past $115 following Iran's Middle East strike. Fed raised 2026 inflation forecast, pressuring crypto and stocks. The post Bitcoin (BTC) Tumbles Under $71K as Fed Inflation Outlook and Oil Crisis Rattle Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.

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After rallying to a multi-week high of $1.60, XRP price crashed amid a market-wide downtrend triggered by escalating geopolitical and macroeconomic tensions. According to data from crypto.news, XRP (XRP) price fell 4.4% over the past 24 hours to $1.46 at…

Crypto Bill Breakthrough: Sen. Lummis Eyes on CLARITY Act, Targets Big news is brewing in Washington for the crypto world. Senator Cynthia Lummis has shared a strong update on the , a key bill to set rules for crypto markets. […] The post Crypto Bill Breakthrough: Sen. Lummis Eyes April Markup on CLARITY Act, Targets Year-End Senate Passage appeared first on Blockmanity.

Dogecoin (DOGE) consolidates near $0.094 as a falling wedge pattern forms. Key resistance at $0.105–$0.11 and the 50-day EMA could determine next move. The post Dogecoin (DOGE) Forms Critical Falling Wedge Pattern as Traders Watch $0.10 Level appeared first on Blockonomi.

Unlocking Innovation: Use Cases Reshaping Finance, Healthcare, and Beyond Artificial intelligence (AI) and Web3 are two of the hottest tech trends today. AI makes smart decisions from data. Web3 uses blockchain for trust, ownership, and clear records. When they team […] The post Unlocking Innovation: AI and Web3 Use Cases Reshaping Finance, Healthcare, and Beyond appeared first on Blockmanity.

Boltz introduces a new service enabling instant, account-free swaps between the Lightning Network and USDT across multiple major networks. On March 18, 2026, the non-custodial exchange Boltz announced the launch of USDT Swaps, a tool bridging Bitcoin layers with the world’s most used stablecoin. This service allows users to swap between Satoshi units on the […]

A phishing campaign used fake GitHub posts and a bogus “CLAW” token to lure OpenClaw developers into connecting crypto wallets.

The SEC has approved Nasdaq's proposal to trade tokenized stocks on blockchain technology alongside traditional shares in a groundbreaking pilot program. The post Nasdaq Receives SEC Approval to Launch Blockchain-Based Stock Tokens appeared first on Blockonomi.

Solana (SOL) surged to $97 after SEC classified it as a digital commodity. ETF inflows topped $17M while technical indicators signal bullish momentum ahead. The post Solana (SOL) Gains Momentum After SEC Declares It a Digital Commodity appeared first on Blockonomi.

Arizona filed 20 criminal counts against Kalshi for illegal gambling. CEO Tarek Mansour says it's federal overreach, while CFTC deems prosecution inappropriate. The post Kalshi CEO Defends Platform Against Arizona Criminal Charges: “Not Gambling” appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin maximalist Samson Mow again slams Ethereum, this time backing his statement that ETH is not money.

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Evernorth files SEC S-4 for $1B+ Nasdaq listing as XRPN. XRP classified as digital commodity by SEC and CFTC. Price holds above $1.43 support level. The post XRP Token: Evernorth’s Nasdaq SPAC Merger Targets $1 Billion as Regulatory Status Shifts appeared first on Blockonomi.

Polymarket acquires DeFi infrastructure startup Brahma to enhance blockchain capabilities. All Brahma products shutting down as $20B valuation talks progress. The post Polymarket Snaps Up Brahma in Latest Acquisition Spree Amid $20B Valuation Talks appeared first on Blockonomi.