[PRESS RELEASE – Dubai, UAE, March 18th, 2026] BNB Chain today announced the launch of BNBAgent SDK, the first live implementation of ERC-8183 and a complete developer framework enabling trustless onchain AI workflows. The release represents a major step forward in building the infrastructure needed for autonomous agents to operate at scale, with verifiable workflows, […]

Apple (AAPL) stock inches higher as Tim Cook visits China while the tech giant reduces App Store fees to 25% following regulatory discussions. The post Apple (AAPL) Stock Rises as Tim Cook Tours China Amid App Store Fee Reduction to 25% appeared first on Blockonomi.

TransFi raised $19.2M to expand stablecoin payment services across emerging markets, targeting $5B in transaction volume by 2026 with AI-powered solutions. The post TransFi Secures $19.2M Funding Round to Accelerate Stablecoin Payment Solutions in Emerging Economies appeared first on Blockonomi.

Brent crude surges past $104 as Strait of Hormuz shipping halts. JPMorgan favors Shell, Eni, TotalEnergies, and Galp in $100+ oil environment. The post JPMorgan Picks Shell, Eni, Galp, and TotalEnergies as Oil Prices Cross $100 Threshold appeared first on Blockonomi.

X is rolling out a trio of product changes aimed at squeezing spam out of its ecosystem, pairing a private dislike button with region-based reply controls as executives signal a sharp drop in spam profitability. X Spam Cleanup Expands With Private Feedback and Regional Controls Elon Musk‘s X is tightening the screws on spam, bots, […]

Crypto cards force asset sales and tax hits. Onchain credit enables yield-bearing collateral power spending without liquidation, making cards obsolete interfaces.

Ethereum client teams are testing an opt-in mechanism that could cut the time some layer-2 networks and exchanges wait to recognize mainnet deposits, allowing them to process transactions much faster. Dubbed the Fast Confirmation Rule (FCR), the proposal is expected…

TotalEnergies (TTE) stock climbs after TD Cowen upgrades to Buy with $97 target and Piper Sandler raises price target to $92 on strong cash flow outlook. The post TotalEnergies (TTE) Stock Climbs on Bullish Analyst Calls and Price Target Hikes appeared first on Blockonomi.

Macy's (M) stock soared 9% after beating Q4 earnings estimates, though full-year guidance disappointed as tariff concerns cloud the retailer's outlook. The post Macy’s (M) Stock Surges 9% on Strong Q4 Results Despite Conservative 2026 Outlook appeared first on Blockonomi.

Palladyne AI (PDYN) stock surged 13% after GuideTech won a U.S. Navy contract to build the ALRRM near-hypersonic missile capable of Mach 4+ speeds. The post Palladyne AI (PDYN) Stock Surges 13% on Navy’s ALRRM Hypersonic Missile Contract Win appeared first on Blockonomi.

Senior U.K. lawmakers are calling for an immediate halt to cryptocurrency political donations, citing national security risks tied to foreign interference and opaque funding flows. Britain Moves Toward Tougher Rules on Crypto Campaign Financing The push comes from Parliament’s Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy (JCNSS), which argues that digital assets introduce vulnerabilities that […]

Citi upgrades Netflix (NFLX) stock to Buy with $1,115 target, highlighting margin upside, Q4 2026 US price increase, and enhanced shareholder returns. The post Citi Reinstates Netflix (NFLX) Stock with Buy Rating — 3 Key Catalysts Revealed appeared first on Blockonomi.

General Mills (GIS) stock falls after missing Q3 earnings estimates with organic sales down 3%. Company maintains weak outlook for full-year performance. The post General Mills (GIS) Stock Declines Following Q3 Earnings Disappointment and Revenue Weakness appeared first on Blockonomi.

Alibaba (BABA) stock climbed 4.2% after raising AI chip prices by up to 34% and launching Token Hub, a new AI business unit led by CEO Eddie Wu. The post Alibaba (BABA) Stock Jumps 4% on AI Pricing Strategy and Organizational Overhaul appeared first on Blockonomi.

March 31, 2026, has become a key date for XRP holders, as SBI ARUHI, Japan’s largest mortgage lender under the SBI Group, introduces a new shareholder perk. According to reports, shareholders will be eligible to receive rewards, with XRP as the form of payment. The company has provided details on the amount of XRP awarded, […]

Whale Bitcoin transfers to exchanges may signal increased market volatility, impacting investor sentiment amid key economic policy decisions. The post Whales move over 44,000 Bitcoin to exchanges ahead of Fed meeting appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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PI sellers return in force and threaten to reverse most of the recent gains. PI Network (PI) Price Predictions: Analysis Key support levels: $0.15 Key resistance levels: $0.20, $0.28 PI Turns Bearish With the bullish momentum gone, sellers have returned and have been extremely aggressive, pushing the price under 20 cents this week. Since the […]

XRP trades at $1.51 on Wednesday, with derivatives data pointing to a market that is cooling off after months of leverage-heavy positioning. Futures, funding rates and options flows suggest traders are dialing back risk—but not abandoning conviction. XRP Open Interest Drops as Options Traders Cluster Around $1.60 Strike Leverage across major venues is notably lower […]

Ethereum's Fast Confirmation Rule slashes bridge times to 13 seconds, enhancing Layer 2 and exchange deposits with validator attestations. Vitalik backs upgrade. The post Ethereum (ETH) Fast Confirmation Rule Could Slash Bridge Wait Times by 98% appeared first on Blockonomi.

Gold trades near $5,000 as the Fed meets today. Discover how Powell's rate decision and Middle East tensions could impact gold prices through 2026. The post Federal Reserve Decision Today: Impact on Gold Prices Near $5,000 appeared first on Blockonomi.

RedotPay says it restructured teams for efficiency after a Bloomberg report flagged executive turnover, China sensitivities and new funding talks.

Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards outlines the mathematical threshold for Bitcoin's next vertical move. Is $80,000 the ultimate line in the sand?

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Australians are increasingly using cryptocurrency for day-to-day payments, even as banking restrictions continue to hamper access to the ecosystem. A recent survey by crypto exchange Independent Reserve, which polled 2,000 “everyday Australians” between Jan. 12 and Jan. 30, found that…

UK National Security Panel has deemed donations made with crypto assets as an “unnecessary and unacceptably high risk” and it is asking the government for an immediate ban. Related Reading: Crypto Betting Giant Polymarket Faces Backlash After Users Harass A Reporter Too High Of A Crypto-Risk The Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy has […]

Moody’s Ratings has taken its credit analysis onchain, planting a flag in blockchain finance with a new integration engine designed to deliver ratings data directly into digital market infrastructure. Moody’s Brings Credit Ratings Onchain With Canton Network Integration Moody’s Corporation announced this week that it launched its Token Integration Engine (TIE), a network-agnostic system that […]

Datavault AI (DVLT) stock soared 13% in pre-market trading Wednesday ahead of its Q4 2025 earnings report scheduled for release Thursday before market open. The post Datavault AI (DVLT) Stock Surges 13% Before Quarterly Earnings Release appeared first on Blockonomi.

Swarmer (SWMR) stock exploded 700% on its IPO debut March 17, jumping from $5 to $40 before closing at $31 as drone sector enthusiasm drives trading. The post Swarmer (SWMR) Stock Rockets 700% in Spectacular IPO Trading Debut appeared first on Blockonomi.

Rocket Lab (RKLB) stock surged 10.2% to $78.59 as the space company revealed plans for two consecutive Electron rocket launches in March 2025. The post Rocket Lab (RKLB) Stock Surges 10% on Dual Launch Announcement appeared first on Blockonomi.

Microsoft (MSFT) may sue OpenAI and Amazon over a $50B cloud deal that could breach its Azure agreement. The dispute centers on Frontier platform hosting. The post Microsoft (MSFT) Threatens Lawsuit as OpenAI Signs Massive $50B Amazon Cloud Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.

Carnival (CCL) stock gained 1.50% Tuesday despite being 26% off highs. Stifel cuts price target to $35, maintains Buy ahead of Q1 earnings. Analysis inside. The post Carnival (CCL) Stock Gains Ground After Oil Price Turbulence Batters Shares appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Ethereum governance platform Tally will shut down after six years of operation. Tally supported more than 500 DAOs, including Uniswap, Arbitrum, and ENS. The platform processed over $1 billion in payments during its lifetime. Chief Executive Officer Dennison Bertram said there is no sustainable venture-backed model for governance tooling. Tally canceled plans for an [...] The post Ethereum Governance Platform Tally to Shut Down appeared first on Blockonomi.

Lululemon (LULU) stock climbed after Q4 earnings topped estimates with $5.01 EPS. China revenue surged 28% but shares are down 51% over the past year. The post Lululemon (LULU) Stock Gains After Q4 Earnings Win Driven by Strong China Growth appeared first on Blockonomi.

Trade Desk (TTD) stock dropped 7.5% after Publicis advised clients against using the platform following a disputed audit over fees and transparency issues. The post Trade Desk (TTD) Stock Plunges After Publicis Issues Platform Avoidance Warning appeared first on Blockonomi.

Connecticut halts Bitcoin Depot’s operations, with the company expecting lower revenue in 2026 amid mounting regulatory pressure and a steep decline in its stock price.

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Cango (CANG) stock crashed 84% after posting a $452.8M loss in 2025. The Bitcoin miner is pivoting to AI infrastructure under its new identity: EcoHash. The post Cango (CANG) Stock Plummets 84% as Company Abandons Bitcoin Mining for AI appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Ondas (ONDS) stock rose 7% after buying INDO Earth Moving, securing a $140M military contract for heavy engineering vehicles with Q2 2026 revenue start. The post Ondas (ONDS) Stock Surges 7% Following $140M Military Contract Acquisition appeared first on Blockonomi.

SoFi (SOFI) dropped 4% after Muddy Waters revealed short position citing hidden debt and inflated EBITDA. CEO Anthony Noto bought $500K worth of shares. The post SoFi (SOFI) Stock: CEO Anthony Noto Purchases $500K Following Muddy Waters Short Attack appeared first on Blockonomi.

ETH is up 22% year-on-year while Bitcoin has shed nearly 11% over the same stretch, a divergence that is starting to show up in the charts.

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Moody's integration of credit insights into blockchain enhances transparency and efficiency, potentially transforming digital financial markets. The post Moody’s brings trusted credit insights to blockchain networks with Token Integration Engine appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A lot of people want to live better. They want products that are healthier. They want choices that are fairer. They care about animal welfare. They care about nature. They want a lifestyle that feels good and does good at the same time. The hard part is consistency. It is easy to make one “good” [...] The post How SanTerris Turns Sustainability Into a Daily Habit – Not a One-Time Purchase appeared first on Blockonomi.

The Royal Government of Bhutan transferred 973 bitcoin worth about $72.3 million over March 17–18, reflecting continued sovereign treasury management rather than abrupt liquidation. Bhutan Continues Bitcoin Sales Strategy With 973 BTC Transfer The transactions, executed through state-owned Druk Holding & Investments (DHI), unfolded across roughly 24 hours, with bitcoin trading near $74,268 during the […]

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A UK parliamentary committee urged an immediate moratorium on crypto political donations until stronger safeguards are in place.

Stuart Alderoty validates the reclassifcation of XRP as a commodity.

Spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds drew in $138.2 million in net inflows over the past day, their highest single-day inflows since Feb. 25. According to data compiled by SoSoValue, BlackRock’s ETHA led the inflows of the day with $81.7 million entering…

Introduction: Big Money Enters the Arena The cryptocurrency world is flexing its political muscles like never before. A powerful super PAC backed by crypto giants is turning its gaze to in the 2026 midterms. With millions in the bank, this […] The post Deep-Pocketed Crypto Super PAC Targets New York House Races Ahead of 2026 Midterms appeared first on Blockmanity.

XRP just tested the key $1.6 resistance level. Can it break it? Ripple (XRP) Price Predictions: Analysis Key support levels: $1.4 Key resistance levels: $1.6 XRP is Challenging the Key Resistance As expected, XRP has rallied all the way to the key resistance at $1.6. Buyers tried to break this level, but sellers returned to […]

Maestro has introduced Mezzamine, an onchain credit market enabling institutional investors to generate bitcoin yield through renewable mining operations. Maestro launched Mezzamine on March 17th, 2026, in Austin, Texas, debuting its first live program with the renewable energy provider Sazmining. The Bitcoin-native ( BTC) facility allows institutional holders to finance mining hashrate to earn an […]

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Tally said its platform served more than one million users, supporting governance across hundreds of organizations and processing over $1 billion in payments.

Top crypto leaders react to SEC’s recent decision to give crypto regulatory clarity once and for all.

Ethereum’s FCR aims to reduce bridge times by up to 98%, bringing L1-to-L2 and exchange deposits down to 13 seconds without a hard fork.

Bitcoin price traded at $74,000 as investors braced for Jerome Powell’s post-FOMC speech that could see volatile swings toward key BTC price levels.

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At this crucial juncture where blockchain technology is transitioning from centralized to truly distributed applications, FT-STAKING, adhering to its core philosophy of “decentralizing the internet again,” has officially launched its new staking mining system to users worldwide. This is not merely a yield-generating tool, but an ecosystem platform designed to empower individuals and build a [...] The post FT-STAKING Reconstructs the Blockchain Staking Ecosystem: A Dual Revolution of Zero-Barrier Entry and Community-Driven Approach appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ripple’s chief legal officer Stuart Alderoty says the SEC’s latest crypto guidance does more than clarify policy. In his reading, it effectively cements what Ripple has argued for years: XRP is not a security, but a digital commodity. The comment came after the US Securities and Exchange Commission said it had issued “an interpretation that […]

Stablecoin payments infrastructure firm TransFi has raised $19.2 million to expand its operations. According to a recent announcement, the company raised $14.2 million in Series A equity along with a $5 million committed liquidity facility. The funding round was led…

Whale activity around the Official Trump (TRUMP) token, which is tied to United States President Donald Trump, has hit a five-month high according to on-chain data. According to Santiment, there are now 83 wallets that hold more than 1 million…

TLDR: The CLARITY Act classifies digital assets into securities, digital commodities, and stablecoins for clearer oversight. The Coinbase Premium Gap has widened, pointing to strong U.S. spot buying ahead of regulatory passage. Senate hearings in 2026 renewed expectations of the CLARITY Act’s passage after stalling over stablecoin yield rules. Banks and asset managers may enter [...] The post CLARITY Act Fuels Bitcoin Rally as U.S. Regulatory Framework Nears Reality appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Dogecoin's zero removal attempt is no longer relevant in terms of longer-term price performance.

US spot Bitcoin ETFs draw $1.2 billion over seven days, far short of October 2025’s nine-day, $6 billion streak, as XRP ETFs turn green.

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Bitcoin price fell back under the $74,000 support level after three straight days of gains as investors remained cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve’s rate cut decision scheduled for later today. After rallying over 7% and touching nearly $76,000 on…

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Aside from SIREN, the other double-digit gainer today is M, followed by KAS.

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This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. “Tradition Meets Tomorrow” — A Two-Day Event Blending Heritage and Cutting-Edge Technology One of Japan’s largest Web3 and AI conferences, TEAMZ Summit 2026, will take place on April 7–8, 2026, at the prestigious Happo-en in Tokyo. This year’s theme, “Tradition Meets Tomorrow,” highlights the fusion of […]

TLDR: Binance confirms Fabric Protocol (ROBO) as its 62nd HODLer Airdrops project, listed on March 18, 2026. A total of 100M ROBO tokens are reserved for airdrop rewards, with 200M set aside for marketing campaigns. Eligible users subscribed BNB to Simple Earn or On-Chain Yields between March 4 and March 6, 2026 UTC. ROBO launches [...] The post Binance Adds Fabric Protocol (ROBO) as 62nd HODLer Airdrops Project With 100M Token Rewards appeared first on Blockonomi.

: 17 Game-Changing Use Cases Revolutionizing Industries Artificial intelligence (AI) and Web3 are teaming up to change how we handle data, money, and trust. AI makes smart decisions from big data. Web3, powered by blockchain, adds transparency and user control. […] The post AI Meets Web3: 17 Game-Changing Use Cases Revolutionizing Industries appeared first on Blockmanity.

UK lawmakers are raising concerns over the risks tied to crypto donations, which they claim can open the door to foreign influence in political financing. In its latest report, the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy urged a moratorium…

This week has been quite bullish for the Bitcoin price as it has seen a momentous break above $70,000. Although this is bullish, there are still some reservations as to the performance of the digital asset and what it could mean for its future. To this end, Bitget research analyst Lacie Zhang shares views on […]

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GSR has completed a $57 million acquisition of Autonomous and Architech to provide a unified treasury and capital markets solution for tokenized organizations. Global digital asset firm GSR announced the acquisition of Autonomous and Architech in New York on March 17, 2026, to streamline fragmented crypto infrastructure. Autonomous will maintain its brand to provide operational […]

TLDR: Citi lowered its Bitcoin 12-month base case to $112,000, a $31,000 cut from its prior $143,000 forecast. Ethereum’s revised base case now stands at $3,175, reflecting a $1,129 drop from Citi’s earlier projection. Stalled U.S. crypto legislation and softening ETF inflows are the two key reasons behind the target revision. Citi’s Bitcoin bear case [...] The post Citi Slashes Bitcoin and Ethereum Price Targets as U.S. Crypto Legislation Stalls appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: Hyperliquid HIP-3 aggregated open interest surged to a record $1.43 billion, a 100x rise in six months. WTI crude oil’s 24-hour volume hit $1.39B on Hyperliquid, ranking second behind Bitcoin and above Ethereum. Only 7 of the top 30 trade.xyz markets are crypto pairs, while 23 are tokenized traditional assets. HYPE token is up [...] The post Hyperliquid HIP-3 Surpasses $1.43B Open Interest as 24/7 Tokenized Asset Trading Expands appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: BNB Chain has extended its 0 Fee Carnival through March 31, 2026, covering USDC, USD1, and U gas fees. Over $4.5 million in stablecoin gas fees have been covered since the program launched on BNB Chain. Thirteen wallets sponsor free BSC transfers, with USD1 and U unlimited and USDC capped at two per day. [...] The post BNB Chain Extends Zero-Fee Stablecoin Transfers for USDC, USD1, and U Until March 31, 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

After gaining more than 100% since its all-time low, PI has now dumped by almost 50% from its local peak.

This week banks and crypto lobbyists may reach a compromise on stablecoin yield payments, according to U.S. Senator Tim Scott. Currently, the Senate’s crypto market structure bill progress remains stalled. Speaking at a crypto lobby event in Washington, Scott, who…

TLDR: Bitrefill’s March 2026 breach was linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group based on malware and IP patterns. Attackers used a stolen legacy credential from an employee laptop to access production infrastructure.  Around 18,500 purchase records were accessed, exposing emails, crypto addresses, and IP metadata. Bitrefill confirmed it remains financially stable, absorbing all losses through [...] The post Bitrefill Cyberattack Linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group, Exposes 18,500 Customer Records appeared first on Blockonomi.

The crypto market remained unfazed on Wednesday shortly after the U.S. Securities and  Exchange Commission clarified that most of the cryptocurrencies in the market would not be considered a security under federal law. Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s largest crypto asset,…

PayPal has expanded access to its stablecoin PayPal USD (PYUSD) to 70 markets, allowing users worldwide to send, hold, and receive the token while enabling faster, lower-cost global transactions. Related Reading: Crypto Funds Extend Three-Week Run With $1B Inflows Despite Geopolitical Stress PayPal Expands PYUSD Across 70 Markets On Tuesday, payments giant PayPal announced that […]

The notorious Lazarus Group may have been behind a cyberattack on crypto e-commerce store Bitrefill, the firm estimates. Detailing the March 1 incident in a Tuesday X post, the firm said the attackers used malware, on-chain tracing, and reused IP…

Online shopping was the leading real-world use case for crypto among Australians, followed by paying for services such as freelancing and video game purchases.

Tally announced its shutdown amid the shifting regulatory climate regarding cryptocurrencies in the US.

Bestselling Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has issued a stark warning to his millions of followers.

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Pyth Network is trying to fix something most people in the market have quietly accepted for years, oil trades all the time, but its price doesn’t. With the launch of its new 24/7 Oil Index, Pyth is stepping in with a different approach. Instead of relying only on traditional exchange data, the index pulls from both onchain and offchain sources. That includes trading firms, institutions, and market activity happening across decentralized platforms. The idea is straightforward: if trading never stops, pricing shouldn’t either. Pyth shared the update in a recent post, framing it as a shift toward more realistic, always-on The post Pyth Rolls Out 24/7 Oil Index With A Different Approach To Pricing Oil appeared first on The Merkle News.

It’s been a rough day for PIPPIN holders. The token plunged 52.8% within hours, wiping out around $200 million from its market cap and knocking it out of the top 200 cryptocurrencies. At first, it didn’t look like anything unusual, just another dip in a volatile market. But the speed and scale of the drop quickly stood out. Prices didn’t just drift lower; they fell sharply, with very little support along the way. Market trackers flagged the move as one of the biggest single-day losses for the token so far. $PIPPIN has plunged 52.8% today, with roughly $200M wiped from The post PIPPIN Drops Over 50% in a Day as $200M Wiped Out Amid Heavy Wallet Selling appeared first on The Merkle News.

A UK High Court has given the green light for a high-profile crypto theft case to proceed, involving 2,323 Bitcoin, currently valued at roughly $172 million. The case centers around allegations made by Ping Fai Yuen, who claims that his estranged wife, Fun Yung Li, secretly accessed his crypto wallet details and transferred the funds without his consent back in August 2023. According to CoinDesk, the UK High Court has allowed a lawsuit involving the theft of 2,323 BTC (approximately $172 million) to proceed. Plaintiff Ping Fai Yuen alleged that his estranged wife, Fun Yung Li, snooped on his hardware The post UK Court Allows $172 Million Bitcoin Theft Case To Move Forward appeared first on The Merkle News.

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The US Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission have issued a joint interpretation outlining how crypto assets are treated under federal securities laws. Most notably, the statement emphasised that most crypto assets are not themselves securities.…

Mastercard has announced an acquisition of stablecoins infrastructure firm BVNK, which was previously in talks with Coinbase over a $2 billion deal. Mastercard Will Be Acquiring BVNK For Up To $1.8 Billion As announced in a press release, Mastercard has reached a definitive agreement to acquire BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, including $300 million […]

boils to XRP’s tightrope: oversold vs. shorts. High drama ahead. Stay sharp, manage risk, watch close. Crypto never sleeps. Stay tuned for updates as this unfolds. Discuss this news on our Telegram Community. Subscribe to us on Google news and […] The post What’s Happening in the Crypto Market Right Now? XRP Hits Oversold Zone as Shorts Pile Up appeared first on Blockmanity.

Versabank has launched an initiative to integrate foreign exchange capabilities and rewards functionality into its proprietary Versaview blockchain interface to support the commercialization of tokenized deposits. Versabank announced on March 17, 2026, that it is adding foreign exchange (FX) functionality to its Real Bank Tokenized Deposits (RBTDs) through an enhancement of its Versaview blockchain interface. […]

Six years ago, the first block on Solana quietly went live. It was March 16, 2020, and at the time the blockchain space was already crowded with projects trying to solve the same problem—how to make decentralized networks faster and cheaper without losing security. Fast forward to today, and Solana has grown into one of the most active ecosystems in crypto. The numbers behind the network’s sixth anniversary say a lot about that journey. Since launch, the blockchain has processed more than 496 billion transactions, facilitated over $3.3 trillion in trading volume, and now holds $17.4 billion in stablecoins on-chain. The post Solana Turns Six: How the Network Grew Into One of Crypto’s Busiest Blockchains appeared first on The Merkle News.

Bitmine Immersion Technologies has significantly increased its exposure to Ethereum, purchasing tens of thousands of ETH in the past week as the firm continues building one of the largest known corporate crypto holdings. In its latest portfolio update released on March 16, 2026, the company revealed that it acquired 60,999 ETH during the previous week. The purchase pushes Bitmine’s total Ethereum holdings to 4,595,562 ETH, representing roughly 3.81% of Ethereum’s circulating supply. The update also shows that the company’s broader portfolio, which includes crypto assets, cash reserves, and venture-style investments the firm describes as “moonshots”, is now valued at approximately The post Bitmine Expands Ethereum Holdings As Crypto Portfolio Reaches $11.5 Billion appeared first on The Merkle News.

Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy, has once again expanded its Bitcoin treasury with another massive purchase. The firm disclosed that it added 22,337 BTC to its balance sheet recently, spending roughly $1.57 billion in the process. According to the announcement, the company bought the Bitcoin at an average price of around $70,194 per coin. That purchase brings Strategy’s total holdings to 761,068 BTC, making it by far the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin. Strategy has acquired 22,337 BTC for ~$1.57 billion at ~$70,194 per bitcoin. As of 3/15/2026, we hodl 761,068 $BTC acquired for ~$57.61 billion at ~$75,696 per bitcoin. $MSTR The post Strategy Keeps Buying Bitcoin As Holdings Climb Past 761,000 BTC appeared first on The Merkle News.

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The Senate Banking Committee has been looking to advance its crypto market structure bill since postponing a markup in January.

The joint decision is historic, but what does it mean specifically for your crypto portfolio?

The SEC and CFTC have issued a historic joint interpretation officially recognizing XRP as a digital commodity.

Spikes in large deposits to exchanges have been associated with increased selling pressure, according to analysts at CryptoQuant.

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A report by Certik highlights significant security flaws in Openclaw, an open-source AI platform, particularly its reliance on “skill scanning” which fails to adequately protect users from malicious third-party extensions. Limitations of the Clawhub Moderation Pipeline A report by cybersecurity firm Certik has revealed significant security gaps in OpenClaw, an open-source artificial intelligence agent platform, […]

US Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins has proposed a “safe harbor” framework aimed at easing regulatory pressure on crypto firms while keeping them within the federal oversight structure. Speaking at the DC Blockchain Summit in Washington, Atkins said,…

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has cleared up longstanding ambiguity about how crypto assets should be treated.

CoinCarp data shows over 91% of TRUMP supply is concentrated in the top 10 wallets, and 97% is held by the top 100 wallets.

On-chain data shows the total number of non-empty XRP addresses has set a new all-time high alongside a 5-week high in network activity. XRP Total Amount Of Holders Is Sitting At A Fresh Record As pointed out by on-chain analytics firm Santiment in a new post on X, XRP has set a new record in […]

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland, March 17, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications ( dApps), participated in the Digital Assets & AML/CFT Forum, hosted by the Digital Currencies Governance Group (DCGG) in Asunción, Paraguay, […]

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta is dropping VR support for its flagship metaverse world, which it launched in 2021 as part of the company's big gamble on virtual worlds.

A Dream Retirement Turns into a Nightmare Imagine selling your lifelong business, packing up for a sunny retirement in South Carolina, only to lose everything to an online crypto scam. This is the harsh reality for a retired couple from […] The post Heartbreaking Crypto Scam: Retired Couple Loses $500K Retirement Savings to Fake AI Investment Scheme appeared first on Blockmanity.