Tria’s $20m beta surge: How a self-custodial neobank is redefining onchain finance
CEO Vijit Katta shares with crypto.news how Tria is reshaping digital asset banking and paving the way for a frictionless, user-controlled financial future.
Crypto.com Announces Layoffs While Expanding AI Capabilities
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) Q3 Earnings Report: Wall Street’s Forecasts for March 19
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 Momentum on $190M Pentagon Deal and Bullish Analyst Coverage
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 Surges on Massive $73B AI Chip Investment Plan
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 Falls as Profits Drop 66% Amid AI Infrastructure Push
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) Stock: Nvidia Overtakes Apple as Top Customer in Historic Shift
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.
ECB seeks experts to define digital euro integration across payment infrastructure
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…
Report: Bill Seeks to Abolish South Korea’s 22% Digital Asset Tax
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 slashes 12% of workforce as it pivots to enterprise AI
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.
OpenClaw Developers Hit by GitHub Phishing Campaign Designed to Drain Crypto Wallets
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.
Hyperliquid (HYPE) Jumps 11% WTD, Outperforms XRP and Ethereum
As the crypto market reverses its gains, Hyperliquid is now outperforming the Top 10 assets, including XRP.
Crypto Libra Scandal: New Evidence Exposes Payments From Lobbyist To President Milei
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 […]
Bank of Japan Holds Rates as Inflation Risks Mount
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 (TSLA) Doubles Down on Nvidia (NVDA) Chips Despite In-House AI5 Development
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.
Solana Price Outlook: Whale Accumulation Diverges From Futures Selling Pressure as SEC Grants Commodity Status
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.
Morgan Stanley advances Bitcoin ETF plans with amended S-1
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…
General Motors (GM) Stock: CFO Says Fuel Price Surge Not Affecting Vehicle Demand
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) Reports Monster Earnings, Yet Shares Tumble 4% on Spending Concerns
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.
Bitcoin Dips Below $70K After FOMC Meeting, Ethereum Loses $2.2K Support: Market Watch
There are several double-digit movers from the altcoin space, including HASH and RIVER, both of which have skyrocketed by over 12% daily.
Why Ethereum developers want ‘one-click staking’ for institutions
Ethereum developers are pushing one-click staking to simplify validator operations, attract institutions and strengthen decentralization across the network.
UpOnly Redefines How Crypto Assets Are Designed
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.
XRP Treasury Evernorth Submits SEC Filing for Planned Nasdaq Listing
Evernorth said its $1 billion proceeds will support building what it expects to be Nasdaq's largest publicly traded XRP treasury firm.
Algorand Foundation Slashes 25% of Team Amid Crypto Market Turbulence and ALGO Token Decline
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.
Senator Lummis: Crypto Bill Nearing Final Senate Hurdle in April
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) Loses Nearly $70M in Maiden Year as Public Entity — Can Bitcoin Strategy Deliver?
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.
OG Bitcoin whale offloads 1,000 BTC as selling pressure intensifies
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…
New Crypto Market Structure Bill Draft Could Be Ready By Week’s End, Senator Scott Says
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 […]
ECB opens digital euro work on ATMs and payment terminals
The initiative targets how a digital euro would operate across existing payment rails, with emphasis on offline transactions and interoperability.
Bank of Japan Holds Rate at 0.75% as Iran War Drives Oil Prices and Inflation Fears
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) Price Hovers at Historic Support Zone That Fueled Previous Bull Runs
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.
FTX Bankruptcy Trust Announces $2.2 Billion Creditor Payment for March 2026
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 (BTC) Tumbles Under $71K as Fed Inflation Outlook and Oil Crisis Rattle Markets
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.
Can XRP price recover above $1.60 as a bullish reversal pattern forms?
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 April Markup on CLARITY Act, Targets Year-End Senate Passage
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) Forms Critical Falling Wedge Pattern as Traders Watch $0.10 Level
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: AI and Web3 Use Cases Reshaping Finance, Healthcare, and Beyond
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 Launches Non-Custodial USDT Swaps Connecting Lightning to Stablecoins
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 […]
OpenClaw devs targeted by phishing scam promising free ‘CLAW’ tokens
A phishing campaign used fake GitHub posts and a bogus “CLAW” token to lure OpenClaw developers into connecting crypto wallets.
Nasdaq Receives SEC Approval to Launch Blockchain-Based Stock Tokens
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) Gains Momentum After SEC Declares It a Digital Commodity
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.
Kalshi CEO Defends Platform Against Arizona Criminal Charges: “Not Gambling”
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.
Samson Mow Explains Why Ethereum ‘Isn't Money’ But Bitcoin Is
Bitcoin maximalist Samson Mow again slams Ethereum, this time backing his statement that ETH is not money.
XRP Token: Evernorth’s Nasdaq SPAC Merger Targets $1 Billion as Regulatory Status Shifts
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 Snaps Up Brahma in Latest Acquisition Spree Amid $20B Valuation Talks
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.
Amundi and Spiko Launch SAFO: A Chainlink-Powered Tokenized Mutual Fund With $100M AUM
TLDR: Amundi, managing €2.3 trillion AUM, partners with Spiko to launch SAFO with $100M in committed assets. SAFO runs on Ethereum and Stellar, offering 24/7 transferability and near-instant settlement to investors. Chainlink powers automated NAV reporting and secure cross-chain interoperability for the SAFO fund. SAFO supports four currencies with a minimum subscription of one unit, [...] The post Amundi and Spiko Launch SAFO: A Chainlink-Powered Tokenized Mutual Fund With $100M AUM appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin ETF Inflow Streak Expands To 7 Days After $199M Spike
Data shows the Bitcoin spot ETFs have seen seven consecutive days of inflows, a potential sign that demand momentum is returning in the market. Bitcoin Spot ETFs Have Just Seen A $199 Million Net Inflow Spike The spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) refer to investment vehicles that allow for indirect exposure to an underlying asset’s price […]
Ethereum (ETH) Price Analysis: Can $385M ETF Inflows Spark a Major Rally?
Ethereum (ETH) trades at $2,160 as $385M in ETF inflows and BlackRock's staked ETH fund drive institutional interest. Is a breakout coming? The post Ethereum (ETH) Price Analysis: Can $385M ETF Inflows Spark a Major Rally? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Tempo Mainnet Goes Live With Machine Payments Protocol, Paving the Way for Agent-First Payments
Tempo’s mainnet is officially live, and from today, developers can start building directly on the platform using public RPC endpoints. This is a major step forward in making payments faster, cheaper, and more seamless, especially as more transactions are handled by machines rather than humans. Alongside the mainnet, Tempo has launched the Machine Payments Protocol (MPP), an open standard for machine-to-machine payments co-created with Stripe. MPP makes it possible for devices, software, and AI agents to handle payments automatically. It works with a wide range of payment methods, including stablecoins, credit cards, and more, making it easier for developers and The post Tempo Mainnet Goes Live With Machine Payments Protocol, Paving the Way for Agent-First Payments appeared first on The Merkle News.
Ethereum Could Get Near-Instant Transaction Certainty With New Proposal
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has introduced a new idea that could quietly change how people experience the network day to day. It’s called the Fast Confirmation Rule (FCR), and the goal is pretty simple: make transactions feel “final” much faster than they do today. Right now, users often wait longer to be sure a transaction won’t be reversed. With FCR, that confidence could come in about 12 seconds, basically after just one slot. A new fast confirmation rule mechanism lets you get a hard guarantee that Ethereum will not revert after one slot (12 seconds) Security assumptions are (i) supermajority The post Ethereum Could Get Near-Instant Transaction Certainty With New Proposal appeared first on The Merkle News.
Polymarket Acquires Brahma To Strengthen Crypto Infrastructure
Prediction market platform Polymarket is making another move to deepen its crypto roots, announcing the acquisition of DeFi startup Brahma in a deal aimed at improving its underlying infrastructure. The company didn’t disclose how much it paid for the acquisition, but the intention is pretty clear, Polymarket wants to make its platform smoother, faster, and more scalable as it continues to grow. Prediction market platform Polymarket announced the acquisition of Brahma, a startup focused on cryptocurrency and decentralized finance (DeFi) infrastructure. The specific transaction amount was not disclosed. Founded in 2021, Brahma provides DeFi infrastructure services to… pic.twitter.com/Q6Nqq26DX3 — Wu The post Polymarket Acquires Brahma To Strengthen Crypto Infrastructure appeared first on The Merkle News.
SEC’s Historic Move: Nasdaq Pioneers Blockchain Stock Settlements
A New Era for Wall Street Imagine buying and selling stocks where trades settle in seconds, not days. That’s no longer a dream. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has just given the green light to Nasdaq for a […] The post SEC’s Historic Move: Nasdaq Pioneers Blockchain Stock Settlements appeared first on Blockmanity.
Proven Crypto Marketing Strategies to Launch Your Web3 Project into the Spotlight in 2026
Introduction In the fast-growing world of blockchain and crypto, standing out is tough. By 2026, thousands of Web3 projects will compete for attention. But with the right crypto marketing strategies, your project can get noticed, build a loyal community, and […] The post Proven Crypto Marketing Strategies to Launch Your Web3 Project into the Spotlight in 2026 appeared first on Blockmanity.
GitHub phishing scam uses OpenClaw branding to lure developers into wallet drain: report
Crypto scammers are using OpenClaw’s popularity to target developers via a new GitHub phishing campaign designed to drain their crypto wallets. A report published by platform OX Security detailed an active phishing campaign targeting OpenClaw via a coordinated effort on…
Pi Network Gears Up for Another Major Upgrade as PI Resists Market Drop
PI is among the few altcoins that has not plunged today.
Satoshi-Era Bitcoin Whale Owen Gunden Sold Enormous Portion of Bitcoin Holdings
One of the oldest and most popular whales on the market turned to selling all of a sudden.
Nasdaq Gets SEC Green Light to Trade and Settle Stocks as Tokenized Securities
TLDR: SEC approved Nasdaq’s proposal to allow Russell 1000 stocks and major ETFs to trade in tokenized form. Tokenized trades on Nasdaq will still settle through the Depository Trust Company under existing securities laws. ICE, the parent of NYSE, is also developing an on-chain settlement platform and awaiting its own regulatory approval. First token-settled trades [...] The post Nasdaq Gets SEC Green Light to Trade and Settle Stocks as Tokenized Securities appeared first on Blockonomi.
Why is crypto market crashing today? (March 19)
The global crypto market fell sharply on Thursday as new geopolitical and macroeconomic concerns threw cold water on investor appetite for risk assets. Bitcoin (BTC), the bellwether asset, dropped nearly 5% to $70,600 on Thursday, down from the $74,000 levels…
Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates Amid Rising Middle East Tensions and Market Volatility
Fed keeps rates at 3.50–3.75% on March 18 as Iran conflict clouds outlook. Bitcoin drops 4% to $71,600, stocks fall 0.55% on geopolitical uncertainty. The post Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates Amid Rising Middle East Tensions and Market Volatility appeared first on Blockonomi.
China Gold Reserves Hit Record 2,309 Tonnes as PBOC Marks 16 Straight Months of Buying
TLDR: The PBOC added 30,000 ounces in February, pushing official gold reserves to a record 2,309 tonnes worth $387.6 billion. Analysts estimate China’s true gold holdings could be two to ten times its official figure due to undeclared accumulation channels. The Shanghai Gold Exchange processed 126 tonnes in physical withdrawals in January, with settled gold [...] The post China Gold Reserves Hit Record 2,309 Tonnes as PBOC Marks 16 Straight Months of Buying appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin Bear Market ‘Lines Up’ With 2022, Analyst Warns Of Next Stop At $45,000 And $35,000
The wider crypto market slid about 4% on Wednesday, pulling major tokens back to key support zones and putting renewed pressure on Bitcoin (BTC). By mid‑afternoon, BTC had retreated roughly 5% and was trading near $71,240, a pullback that has analysts re‑examining whether the current downturn is simply a short pause or the start of […]
The abundance that AI may promise is not free
AI abundance promises free everything through massive centralized infrastructure. Whoever controls the energy and AI factories dictates distribution terms and user autonomy.
Bitcoin (BTC) Tumbles Under $70K Following Hawkish Federal Reserve Stance
Bitcoin (BTC) fell below $70K after the Fed held rates steady and projected only one 2026 rate cut. Oil prices exceeded $110, adding inflationary pressure. The post Bitcoin (BTC) Tumbles Under $70K Following Hawkish Federal Reserve Stance appeared first on Blockonomi.
X's Nikita Bier Roasts Top Bitcoin Account Network
After growing his account to over 260,000 followers, "The ₿itcoin Therapist" posted a lengthy complaint stating his monetization was unjustly paused for "spam.".
Arthur Hayes Bought ETHFI Just Hours Before Major Upbit Listing – Insider Edge?
The asset's price exploded by almost 20% in minutes after the listing news went live.
California judge dismisses Coinbase user’s attempt to quash IRS tax summons
A Coinbase user’s attempt to block an IRS summons for his financial records was blocked by a California court. According to information from PACER, Roger Metz filed a petition in the Northern District of California in May last year to…
Breez SDK Integrates Passkey Login to Eliminate Traditional Seed Phrase Barriers
Breez SDK now enables developers to offer biometric passkey logins, replacing manual seed phrase management for bitcoin self-custody. Breez CEO Roy Sheinfeld announced the integration of Passkey Login into the Breez Software Development Kit (SDK) on March 18, 2026. This update utilizes the WebAuthn Level 3 PRF extension to deterministically derive cryptographic keys directly from […]
Why Five Major U.S. Banks Just Chose ZKsync to Settle $600B in Deposits
TLDR: Five U.S. regional banks holding over $600B in deposits have joined Cari Network as design partners on ZKsync. Stablecoins processed $5.7T in 2024, pushing regional banks to seek programmable settlement outside traditional rails. Zero-knowledge proofs allow banks to verify settlement cryptographically without exposing counterparty data to third parties. Prividium lets each bank run its [...] The post Why Five Major U.S. Banks Just Chose ZKsync to Settle $600B in Deposits appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP treasury firm Evernorth confirms SEC filing to advance Nasdaq debut
XRP focused treasury firm Evernorth has officially filed with the SEC to go public on Nasdaq. Per the official statement published on Wednesday, Evernorth has filed a Form S-4 registration statement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission as it…
Congress Targets Crypto Prediction Markets With 4 Bills Banning War And Assassination Bets
Crypto prediction platform Polymarket and derivatives exchange Kalshi were closing in on $20 billion valuations when the US Congress decided it had seen enough. Related Reading: Crypto Power Move: Bitmine Ramps Up Ethereum Buys To 4.6M ETH A Bill Targeting Crypto And A Very Long Acronym Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut and Rep. Greg Casar […]
Bitcoin OG Whales Abandon Ship as BTC Price Risks Dumping Below $70K
It's not all bad news, though, as there was at least one whale that made a big purchase in the past 24 hours.
Bhutan moves $72M in Bitcoin as sovereign holdings continue to decline
Bhutan has transferred roughly $72.3 million in Bitcoin over the past 24 hours, continuing a steady pattern of trimming its sovereign holdings. According to Arkham Intelligence data, Druk Holding and Investments, which manages the country’s crypto mining and treasury operations,…
Crypto Markets Tank $100B Amid Hawkish Fed Projections
Crypto markets have wiped out recent gains amid hawkish sentiment from the US central bank.
Bitcoin price drops to $70k as hot PPI data and Powell speech cast doubts over rate cuts
Bitcoin price erased all of its gains from this week as it crashed to a critical support level amid hotter-than-expected PPI data and Jerome Powell’s Federal Reserve speech that cast a shadow over any interest rate cuts for this year.…
Retail tripled gold buying in last 6 months as Wall Street sells
“Retail-driven exuberance” in gold and silver ETFs and leveraged positions led to the end of the precious metals rally, reported the BIS.
Visa and Stripe-backed Tempo launch tools for AI agents on same day
AI agent users received new tools from Visa and the Stripe-backed Tempo to provide a new way for agentic payments to take place online.
Canada vows continued crypto crackdown after taking down 47 firms in 2026
Near the end of last year FINTRAC fined crypto platform Cryptomus $126 million and crypto exchange KuCoin $14 million for a range of alleged violations.
Block, Inc. laid off 4K employees last month, some are already back
Block, Inc. CEO Jack Dorsey said at the time of the layoffs that the company would have erred in some of the decisions it made and that it would correct mistakes.
Nasdaq wins SEC approval to trial tokenized stock trading
Nasdaq has received approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to proceed with its tokenized equities pilot. According to the SEC’s approval filing, Nasdaq can now move ahead with “eligible participants” choosing to trade securities in either traditional or…
Billion Dollar XRP Treasury Vehicle Evernorth Prepares for Nasdaq Listing
Evernorth Holdings has officially filed its Form S-4 with the SEC, a major step toward listing the first-of-its-kind, billion-dollar XRP treasury vehicle on the Nasdaq.
SBI VC Trade Launches Japan’s First Licensed USDC Lending Service
SBI VC Trade has become the first licensed exchange in Japan to launch a USDC lending service, offering an introductory 10% annual yield. SBI VC Trade, a subsidiary of SBI Holdings, announced it will launch its “USDC Lending” service on March 19th, 2026, marking a first for licensed operators in Japan. The service allows customers […]
Crypto traders eye ‘bullish relief rally’ after Fed holds rates steady
Expectation of a relief rally came despite a widely used crypto sentiment indicator falling back into “Extreme Fear” on Wednesday.
XRP treasury Evernorth files with SEC to list shares on Nasdaq
Evernorth is moving closer to a public listing after filing a Form S-4 with the SEC, the final major regulatory hurdle of its SPAC merger plan.
Crypto Exchange Kucoin Partners With Tomorrowland Winter for Alpine Festival Launch
Kucoin will launch immersive activations at Tomorrowland Winter 2026, scheduled for March 21–28 in Alpe d’Huez, France. The festival will feature renowned artists like Steve Aoki and Dimitri Vegas. Bridging Digital Finance and Global Culture Cryptocurrency exchange platform Kucoin is set to debut a series of immersive activations at the electronic music festival Tomorrowland Winter […]
TRUMP Memecoin Whale Count Hits 5-Month High As Mar-A-Lago Gala Nears
Multiple bills meant to stop federal officials from profiting off digital assets have stalled in Congress — none have made it past the committee stage — even as US President Donald Trump prepares to host top holders of his personal memecoin at his Florida estate next month. Related Reading: Crypto Power Move: Bitmine Ramps Up […]
Polymarket buys DeFi startup Brahma in latest acquisition wave
“Building reliable infrastructure across blockchain networks and traditional financial rails is hard,” said Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan.
California court dismisses Coinbase user’s challenge to IRS summons
Another crypto user sued the IRS in 2025 for allegedly violating his Fourth Amendment rights after the agency used a John Doe Summons to collect his data from a crypto exchange.
Institutions Are Using XRP As Collateral, Says Ripple Prime CEO
Ripple Prime is pitching XRP not just as a traded asset, but as working collateral inside institutional market structure. In a March 17 interview with Jake Claver, international CEO Mike Higgins said Ripple’s acquisition of Hidden Road, now rebranded as Ripple Prime, is designed to bring prime brokerage, clearing, custody and treasury functions into a […]
Differently Secured: Bitlease Founder Nima Beni on Why Falling Hashrates Aren’t a Threat
The bitcoin mining industry is undergoing a significant transformation as it matures into more institutional structures. Nima Beni of Bitlease argues against fears regarding the sustainability of transaction fees, emphasizing that current fee levels don’t reflect long-term dynamics. Challenging the Security Budget Deficit The transition of the bitcoin mining industry into a mature, institutional era […]
SEC gives go-ahead to Nasdaq for tokenized trading trial
Nasdaq has been given the regulatory green light to offer some tokenized stocks, which will trade alongside traditional securities on its exchange.
SEC’s Pivotal Update: When Do Crypto Assets Qualify as Securities? Under the Howey Test
Ending the Crypto Regulation Fog Crypto has grown fast, but rules around it have been unclear. Projects launch tokens, investors buy in, but is it a security? The U.S. SEC just gave long-awaited clarity. Their new take on the Howey […] The post SEC’s Pivotal Update: When Do Crypto Assets Qualify as Securities? Under the Howey Test appeared first on Blockmanity.
March 17, 2026 Market Pulse: Stocks, Bonds, Gold, Crypto Performance Breakdown
Quick Snapshot of Asset Classes: Yesterday, Last Week, and Last Month Markets never sleep, and on March 17, 2026, we saw some clear shifts across major asset classes. Here’s a simple breakdown of how stocks, bonds, gold, and crypto performed […] The post March 17, 2026 Market Pulse: Stocks, Bonds, Gold, Crypto Performance Breakdown appeared first on Blockmanity.
Algorand Foundation cuts 25% of staff, citing macro uncertainty
The Algorand Foundation said it has a “more sustainable alignment” of resources with the protocol’s long-term business priorities.
FBI Flags Criminal Network Exploiting Crypto ATMs With Fake Law Enforcement Threats
The FBI warns of rising impersonation scams involving cryptocurrency payments, as fraudsters use urgency and evolving tactics to pressure victims into quick financial decisions and drive increasing financial losses. FBI Warns of Rising Law Enforcement Impersonation Scams A new warning from the FBI’s Louisville Field Office is drawing attention to how cryptocurrency is being used […]
Jack Dorsey’s Block brings back a few workers after mass layoffs
The rehiring at Block highlights the growing impact of AI and automation on workforce dynamics, prompting industry-wide strategic shifts. The post Jack Dorsey’s Block brings back a few workers after mass layoffs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Fold Q4 revenue up, CEO sees Bitcoin rewards overtaking air miles
Fold CEO Will Reeves said it is focused on scaling its 2026 product line after paying off two convertible debts, removing overhang and enabling it to focus on growth.
Grayscale Doubles Down On Ethereum: $44.6M Staked In Fresh ETH Allocation
Ethereum has reclaimed the $2,300 level, positioning itself at a critical juncture as the market prepares for a decisive move. After weeks of volatility and corrective pressure, ETH is now testing a key zone that could determine the next phase of price action. While some analysts argue that the current structure is building toward a […]
Coinshares Debuts Regulated DeFi and RWA Yield Strategy With Railnet
On Wednesday, Coinshares announced a new onchain asset management strategy that blends decentralized finance ( DeFi) yields with tokenized real-world assets within a regulated framework. Coinshares Launches Onchain Strategy Combining DeFi and Tokenized Asset Yields The Jersey-based digital asset manager said the strategy is built in partnership with infrastructure provider Kiln and powered by its […]
Dogecoin Price Prediction Turns Bullish, but Smart Money Is Moving to Pepeto for the Returns That DOGE Cannot Deliver, Here is Why
Peter Brandt believes Ethereum might have bottomed out at $2,300, targeting $4,000. The dogecoin price prediction for 2026 has turned bullish as DOGE reclaims its footing after months of correction. But while the dogecoin price prediction plays out from a $15 billion cap, the wallets building real wealth have moved to early projects with room [...] The post Dogecoin Price Prediction Turns Bullish, but Smart Money Is Moving to Pepeto for the Returns That DOGE Cannot Deliver, Here is Why appeared first on Blockonomi.
Landmark SEC and CFTC Crypto Guidance: What the Final Rules Mean for Blockchain and Investors
Introduction to the Big News in Crypto Regulation The world of cryptocurrency has been waiting for clear rules. Now, the have released their final . This is a major step. It tells everyone how US federal laws apply to cryptocurrencies […] The post Landmark SEC and CFTC Crypto Guidance: What the Final Rules Mean for Blockchain and Investors appeared first on Blockmanity.
Crypto Market Review: Bitcoin (BTC) Not Giving up on $80,000, Ethereum (ETH) Has Golden Cross Potential, Is XRP at Risk of Losing $1.50 for Good?
Market is witnessing a serious turnaround that might suggest the existing source of momentum is disappearing.