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.

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.

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 […]

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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’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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 is among the few altcoins that has not plunged today.

One of the oldest and most popular whales on the market turned to selling all of a sudden.

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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.

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…

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.

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.

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 […]

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AI abundance promises free everything through massive centralized infrastructure. Whoever controls the energy and AI factories dictates distribution terms and user autonomy.

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.

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After growing his account to over 260,000 followers, "The ₿itcoin Therapist" posted a lengthy complaint stating his monetization was unjustly paused for "spam.".

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The asset's price exploded by almost 20% in minutes after the listing news went live.

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 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 […]

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 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…

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 […]

It's not all bad news, though, as there was at least one whale that made a big purchase in the past 24 hours.

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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,…

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Crypto markets have wiped out recent gains amid hawkish sentiment from the US central bank.

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.…

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“Retail-driven exuberance” in gold and silver ETFs and leveraged positions led to the end of the precious metals rally, reported the BIS.

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.

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. 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 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…