OpenAI eyes Helion power deal as AI race drives fusion energy push
OpenAI is reportedly in talks to buy Helion fusion power, adding to Big Techs push to lock in future energy for AI growth. The post OpenAI eyes Helion power deal as AI race drives fusion energy push appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Did Shiba Inu Silently Break Biggest Resistance of This Year?
Shiba Inu has formally broken a key resistance level that many investors believed would remain paramount, even under pressure.
Australia and EU Sign Landmark Trade Pact to Reduce Dependence on China for Critical Minerals
TLDR: The Australia-EU deal eliminates import tariffs on critical minerals, strengthening supply chain security beyond China. Over 99% of EU goods exported to Australia will be tariff-free, saving European firms €1 billion annually in duties. Australian farmers criticised the deal, citing beef export quotas and lack of meaningful agricultural market access. Australia raised the luxury [...] The post Australia and EU Sign Landmark Trade Pact to Reduce Dependence on China for Critical Minerals appeared first on Blockonomi.
Oracle (ORCL) Stock Jumps 3% Following AI Agent Integration Announcement
Oracle (ORCL) stock climbed 3.11% after announcing AI agent integration for Fusion cloud apps. Q3 revenue hit $17.19B, beating analyst expectations. The post Oracle (ORCL) Stock Jumps 3% Following AI Agent Integration Announcement appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitmine buys $139M in ETH as Tom Lee sees winter ending
Bitmine bought $139 million in Ether, lifting holdings above 4.6 million ETH as Tom Lee said the slump may be nearing its end.
Amazon (AMZN) Stock: AWS Bahrain Data Center Hit Again by Drone Activity
Amazon (AMZN) AWS Bahrain region disrupted again by drone activity tied to US-Israel-Iran tensions. Customer migration underway as recovery continues. The post Amazon (AMZN) Stock: AWS Bahrain Data Center Hit Again by Drone Activity appeared first on Blockonomi.
SK Hynix (000660.KS) Stock Surges 6% on Record-Breaking $8B ASML Equipment Deal
SK Hynix stock rises 5.7% following announcement of $7.97B ASML EUV order—the largest equipment purchase ever publicly disclosed by any chipmaker. The post SK Hynix (000660.KS) Stock Surges 6% on Record-Breaking $8B ASML Equipment Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.
Alibaba (BABA) Stock Climbs Nearly 3% on Launch of XuanTie C950 Processor
Alibaba (BABA) stock gained 2.98% after unveiling the XuanTie C950, a high-performance 5nm RISC-V chip designed for agentic AI and cloud computing tasks. The post Alibaba (BABA) Stock Climbs Nearly 3% on Launch of XuanTie C950 Processor appeared first on Blockonomi.
Nasdaq and Talos expand institutional tokenization push
Nasdaq and Talos are linking trading, collateral, and surveillance tools to address a $35 billion tokenization bottleneck.
Strait of Hormuz Crisis Forces Central Banks to Rethink Rate Strategies
TLDR: Central banks are adjusting rate paths as energy-driven inflation rises due to Strait of Hormuz disruptions. The Federal Reserve holds rates steady while markets reduce expectations for near-term rate cuts. ECB shifts toward rate hikes as European energy costs increase amid supply constraints. Gulf tensions and supply risks continue to tighten global liquidity and [...] The post Strait of Hormuz Crisis Forces Central Banks to Rethink Rate Strategies appeared first on Blockonomi.
Post-Hack Pressure Pushes Balancer Labs to Wind Down Operations, Restructure Protocol
Facing declining TVL and post-hack pressure, Balancer plans to overhaul its model, cut emissions, and reduce costs to stabilize protocol operations.
Moonpay Launches Open Wallet Standard to Unify AI Agent Payments
Moonpay has open-sourced the Open Wallet Standard to provide AI agents with a secure, universal, and non-custodial way to manage digital assets across all major blockchains. On March 23, 2026, Moonpay launched the Open Wallet Standard (OWS), an open-source framework designed to solve fragmentation in the agent economy by allowing artificial intelligence (AI) agents to […]
Nasdaq, Talos target collateral bottleneck in institutional tokenization push
Nasdaq is wiring its collateral and surveillance systems into Talos’s institutional trading stack to target a $35 billion “trapped” collateral problem.
Hostplus Mulls Bitcoin Access for 2.2 Million Australian Retirement Savers
Hostplus, managing $105B for 2.2M Australians, is planning Bitcoin and crypto access via ChoicePlus accounts, awaiting regulatory approval for launch. The post Hostplus Mulls Bitcoin Access for 2.2 Million Australian Retirement Savers appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ethereum Foundation Redefines L1 and L2 Roles in New Ecosystem Vision for 2026
TLDR: Ethereum L1 will remain the core settlement and DeFi hub as it scales by several orders of magnitude. L2s must now prioritize differentiation and customization over scaling as their primary objective. The Ethereum Foundation urges all L2s to meet at least Stage 1 security standards going forward. Blobs are only 30% full, giving the [...] The post Ethereum Foundation Redefines L1 and L2 Roles in New Ecosystem Vision for 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.
Balancer Labs shuts down after hack and revenue strain
Balancer Labs plans to shut down after a major hack and revenue strain, while the protocol shifts to DAO and foundation control.
Connecting Global Capital, Unlocking New Asset Management Horizons: 4th HED Conference of Asia Concludes Successfully in Hong Kong
This content is provided by a sponsor. HONG KONG — From March 19 to 20, 2026, the 4th HED Conference of Asia, organized by Finfo Global, was successfully convened in Hong Kong. Under the theme “From Capital to Innovation: Rethinking Asset Allocation in a Disruptive Era” the summit brought together over 300 decision-makers from private […]
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Surges 8% as Burn Rate Explodes 637% Higher
Shiba Inu (SHIB) jumped 8% to $0.00000615 as burn rate spiked 637%, geopolitical tensions eased, and regulatory clarity improved market sentiment. The post Shiba Inu (SHIB) Surges 8% as Burn Rate Explodes 637% Higher appeared first on Blockonomi.
Solana Foundation Unveils Enterprise Privacy Framework for Institutional Adoption
Solana Foundation unveils a four-mode privacy framework designed for enterprises, featuring zero-knowledge proofs and auditor keys for regulatory compliance. The post Solana Foundation Unveils Enterprise Privacy Framework for Institutional Adoption appeared first on Blockonomi.
Strategy (MSTR) Stock Climbs 2% Following Massive $44.1B Bitcoin Fundraising Announcement
Strategy (MSTR) shares rose over 2% following the announcement of a $44.1B capital plan designed to fund additional Bitcoin acquisitions. The post Strategy (MSTR) Stock Climbs 2% Following Massive $44.1B Bitcoin Fundraising Announcement appeared first on Blockonomi.
Solana (SOL) Accumulates $136M in Weekly Inflows Despite Rising Wedge Warning
Solana (SOL) notches $136M in seven-week inflows, but a rising wedge pattern and declining RSI suggest potential drop to $78 or lower. Key levels analyzed. The post Solana (SOL) Accumulates $136M in Weekly Inflows Despite Rising Wedge Warning appeared first on Blockonomi.
NovaBay Pharmaceuticals (NBY) Soars 19% Following Stablecoin Transformation Announcement
NovaBay Pharmaceuticals (NBY) rallied 19% on news of its transformation into Stablecoin Development Corp, backed by $150M in SKY token holdings. The post NovaBay Pharmaceuticals (NBY) Soars 19% Following Stablecoin Transformation Announcement appeared first on Blockonomi.
Hostplus Pension Fund Eyes Crypto Options for Members Amid Growing Demand
TLDR: Hostplus manages over A$150 billion and is now exploring Bitcoin access for self-managed retirement accounts. CIO Sam Sicilia confirmed member demand is driving the fund’s renewed interest in digital currency options. Any crypto offering through Choiceplus requires full regulatory approval before launching in the next financial year. Australia’s pension sector holds little crypto exposure, [...] The post Hostplus Pension Fund Eyes Crypto Options for Members Amid Growing Demand appeared first on Blockonomi.
Aave community rallies behind V4 Ethereum deployment
Aave DAO backed a proposal to move V4 toward Ethereum mainnet after governance tensions and recent contributor exits.
Dogecoin (DOGE) Whales Snap Up 470M Tokens as Price Action Heats Up
Dogecoin whales bought 470M DOGE tokens near $0.09. Analysts eye $0.15 target while $12.37M in shorts stack up at $0.0928. Key support at $0.074. The post Dogecoin (DOGE) Whales Snap Up 470M Tokens as Price Action Heats Up appeared first on Blockonomi.
SIREN Tanks 70% in a Single Day as ZachXBT and Bubblemaps Sound the Alarm
The analytics platform warned that one entity controls half of SIREN's supply.
Pi Network (PI) Price Predictions for This Week
PI is cooling down after its most recent rally. Can bulls retake control? PI Network (PI) Price Predictions: Analysis Key support levels: $0.15, $0.18 Key resistance levels: $0.20, $0.28 PI Correction Appears Completed After the price spiked to 30 cents, PI entered a deep correction, falling below 20 cents. At the time of this post, […]
Circle Internet (CRCL) Urges EU Regulators to Revise Restrictive Crypto Settlement Rules
Circle (CRCL) urges EU to adopt flexible e-money token thresholds, warning current rules prevent EURC settlement and hinder institutional crypto adoption. The post Circle Internet (CRCL) Urges EU Regulators to Revise Restrictive Crypto Settlement Rules appeared first on Blockonomi.
Israeli Iron Dome Reservist Charged With Spying for Iran in Exchange for $1,000 in Crypto
TLDR: Raz Cohen, a 26-year-old Iron Dome reservist, allegedly leaked classified Israeli defense secrets to Iranian agents. Cohen reportedly received just $1,000 in cryptocurrency in exchange for passing sensitive military information. The joint Shin Bet and police investigation found Cohen shared air base locations and officials’ names with Iran. Israeli authorities warn citizens that foreign [...] The post Israeli Iron Dome Reservist Charged With Spying for Iran in Exchange for $1,000 in Crypto appeared first on Blockonomi.
Cardano (ADA) Rallies 3% as Trading Volume Surges 60% – Can Bulls Break Key Resistance?
Cardano (ADA) rises 3% to $0.2642 with volume surging 60%. Analysts monitor $0.304 resistance as Midnight launch approaches. Key levels analyzed. The post Cardano (ADA) Rallies 3% as Trading Volume Surges 60% – Can Bulls Break Key Resistance? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Circle presses EU to open market access for stablecoins
Circle asked the EU to lower barriers for stablecoin settlement and widen access for crypto service providers under new rules.
Ripple (XRP) Price Predictions for This Week
XRP is holding steady at $1.4. Where will it go next? Ripple (XRP) Price Predictions: Analysis Key support levels: $1.4 Key resistance levels: $1.6 XRP Consolidates Around $1.4 After sellers halted the bullish momentum at the $1.6 resistance, XRP entered a pullback and held well above the key $1.4 support. So far, market participants have […]
Market Alert: Crude Oil Surges 4%, Gold’s Historic Decline Continues as Gulf Conflict Intensifies
Bitcoin climbed above $70K as Saudi Arabia joined the Iran conflict. Oil surged 4% to $104/barrel while gold extended its record losing streak. The post Market Alert: Crude Oil Surges 4%, Gold’s Historic Decline Continues as Gulf Conflict Intensifies appeared first on Blockonomi.
Tokenized Securities Cross $26.5B as Nasdaq, BlackRock, and Regulators Align on Blockchain
TLDR: The SEC and CFTC released the first joint federal regulatory framework for tokenized securities on March 17, 2025. BlackRock’s BUIDL fund began trading US Treasury debt on Uniswap, placing sovereign assets on a decentralized exchange. Tokenized real-world assets surpassed $26.5B, growing 66% since January, now exceeding total DEX liquidity in DeFi. Ethereum leads tokenized [...] The post Tokenized Securities Cross $26.5B as Nasdaq, BlackRock, and Regulators Align on Blockchain appeared first on Blockonomi.
Capital B Completes Capital Increase and Acquires 44 Additional Bitcoin, Now Holds 2,888 BTC
The Blockchain Group has finalized multiple capital raises totaling $4.05 million (€3.5 million) to expand its corporate bitcoin treasury to 2,888 BTC. France-based Capital B, also known as The Blockchain Group, announced the completion of an At-the-Market (ATM) capital increase and warrant issuances on March 23, 2026. This financial restructuring involves partnerships with TOBAM and […]
Most Cardano Holders Are Deeply Underwater
Cardano (ADA) is currently navigating a period of intense market duality, with average investor losses hitting 43% even as the network’s underlying ecosystem reaches new adoption milestones.
Ethereum (ETH) Gains Momentum as Tom Lee Declares Mini Crypto Winter Nearly Over
Ethereum (ETH) rises 5% to $2,162 as BitMine adds 65K tokens and net taker volume on Binance hits record $390M. Tom Lee sees crypto winter ending soon. The post Ethereum (ETH) Gains Momentum as Tom Lee Declares Mini Crypto Winter Nearly Over appeared first on Blockonomi.
Balancer Labs Closes Operations Following Devastating $110M Hack
Balancer Labs shuts down following a $110M hack. BAL token emissions end as protocol transitions to DAO governance with restructuring and buyback planned. The post Balancer Labs Closes Operations Following Devastating $110M Hack appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP Bulls Target $2 Breakout as Institutional Adoption Accelerates
XRP trades at $1.44 with bulls eyeing breakout to $2. Institutional interest grows as Visa hiring news boosts sentiment. Key levels at $1.50 and $1.60. The post XRP Bulls Target $2 Breakout as Institutional Adoption Accelerates appeared first on Blockonomi.
Australia’s Hostplus weighs crypto access for members
Hostplus is weighing crypto access through Choiceplus as member demand grows, pending regulatory approval and safeguards.
TRON DAO targets agentic economy with $1B AI fund
TRON DAO expanded its AI fund to $1 billion to back agent identity, stablecoin rails, RWA, and autonomous finance tools.
Gold Crashes While Bitcoin Holds $71K: What This Rare Market Shift Means for BTC
Gold has now fallen more than 20% from its ATH near $5,600, and its most recent drop became its worst weekly performance since 2011.
As mass adoption approaches, crypto has forgotten its roots
Mass adoption risks crypto’s cypherpunk roots. Privacy as a permissionless foundation must reclaim DeFi from surveillance, TradFi and memecoin casinos.
Aave DAO backs V4 mainnet plan in near-unanimous vote
Aave founder Stani Kulechov says the proposal will move to a binding onchain vote to formalize V4’s deployment on Ethereum.
Cardano (ADA) Nears Critical $0.25 Support as On-Chain Data Signals a Potential Price Reversal
TLDR: Active Cardano wallets are averaging a 43% loss, pushing MVRV deep into historical buy-zone territory. Binance funding rates show the highest short-to-long ratio for ADA since June 2023, a classic bottom signal. ADA has previously bounced 85% and 200% from the $0.25–$0.26 support zone in prior market cycles. A decisive break below $0.25 would [...] The post Cardano (ADA) Nears Critical $0.25 Support as On-Chain Data Signals a Potential Price Reversal appeared first on Blockonomi.
Elizabeth Warren Challenges MrBeast Over Cryptocurrency Access for Teenagers on Step Platform
Sen. Elizabeth Warren demands MrBeast clarify if Step app will allow minors to trade crypto, setting April 3 deadline amid consumer protection concerns. The post Elizabeth Warren Challenges MrBeast Over Cryptocurrency Access for Teenagers on Step Platform appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin (BTC) Price Resilience: Why BTC Holds Firm Above $70K Despite Iran Denying U.S. Talks
Bitcoin holds above $70K despite Iran denying peace talks with U.S. Strategy's $42B plan and weak spot volumes reveal the true nature of BTC's rally. The post Bitcoin (BTC) Price Resilience: Why BTC Holds Firm Above $70K Despite Iran Denying U.S. Talks appeared first on Blockonomi.
Which is the Next Big Crypto? BlockDAG, Monero, Solana, and XRP Are Worth Watching in 2026
The crypto market moves fast. New projects launch daily, and separating real opportunity from noise takes work. Prices shift, communities grow, and the best entries don’t stay open for long. Investors are paying closer attention to fundamentals, transaction speed, cost, security, and long-term utility. Some coins are proving their worth across all of these areas. [...] The post Which is the Next Big Crypto? BlockDAG, Monero, Solana, and XRP Are Worth Watching in 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.
Cardano Founder Unveils Midnight Rollout Plan As Mainnet Launch Begins
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson says Midnight has entered its federated mainnet phase, marking the start of a guarded rollout that he described as the first step in turning on one of the most technically ambitious networks in crypto. In a March 23 livestream, the Cardano founder framed the week as “Midnight Week” and said the […]
Former SEC enforcement chief clashed over Trump cases
Report says former SEC enforcement chief clashed with agency leaders over Justin Sun and Elon Musk cases before resigning.
Siren Token’s Explosive Rise To $2B Market Cap Sparks Centralization Concerns
The recent surge of SIREN has been hard to ignore. In less than a month, the token climbed from a $160 million valuation to an eye-catching $2 billion market cap. Moves like this usually draw excitement, but in this case, they’re also raising a few eyebrows. At first glance, it looks like a classic breakout story. But a closer look at the data suggests something more structured may be happening behind the scenes. As SIREN trends across the market, conversations are beginning to shift from hype to how exactly this growth is being driven. $SIREN hit a market cap of The post Siren Token’s Explosive Rise To $2B Market Cap Sparks Centralization Concerns appeared first on The Merkle News.
ZachXBT Uncovers Coordinated Scam Network Using Geopolitical Fear To Drive Crypto Fraud
A new investigation by on-chain analyst ZachXBT is pulling back the curtain on a type of crypto scam that’s becoming harder to spot. This isn’t the usual random shill or obvious rug pull. It’s organized, coordinated, and built to blend into everyday conversations online. In a breakdown shared on X (formerly Twitter), ZachXBT points to a network of more than 10 accounts working together to push narratives, gain attention, and eventually steer users toward crypto traps. What stands out isn’t just the scam itself, it’s how naturally it fits into the flow of content people already engage with. Network Of The post ZachXBT Uncovers Coordinated Scam Network Using Geopolitical Fear To Drive Crypto Fraud appeared first on The Merkle News.
Polymarket Tightens Rules To Crack Down On Market Abuse
Polymarket, one of the world’s biggest prediction markets, is taking some big steps to make sure trading on its platforms stays fair. The company announced new rules today that lay out exactly what’s off-limits, and how it plans to enforce them. The update covers both its DeFi platform and its CFTC-regulated U.S. exchange, and it’s aimed at stopping trading practices that could give some users an unfair advantage. According to Polymarket, the company wants everyone to be able to trust the system, whether they’re making small bets or big ones. Insider Trading, Spoofing, Wash Trading And Outcome Manipulation Now Clearly The post Polymarket Tightens Rules To Crack Down On Market Abuse appeared first on The Merkle News.
South Korea Restricts Government Fuel Use While Hormuz Crisis Threatens Military and Market Stability
TLDR: South Korea limits government vehicles to six operating days weekly amid worsening Middle East oil supply disruptions. The KOSPI fell 4.9 percent Monday as the won weakened and inflation accelerated under growing fuel pressure. Six countries across three continents now ration fuel, marking a shift from developing to advanced economies. U.S. troops stationed in [...] The post South Korea Restricts Government Fuel Use While Hormuz Crisis Threatens Military and Market Stability appeared first on Blockonomi.
Unlocking Web3 Careers: Why Women Can’t Afford to Miss This Opportunity
In today’s fast-changing job market, Web3 careers stand out as a golden chance for women. While many see Web3 as just tech talk about blockchain and crypto, it’s really about new ways to work and grow. This space offers flexible […] The post Unlocking Web3 Careers: Why Women Can’t Afford to Miss This Opportunity appeared first on Blockmanity.
H100 Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire Two Norway-Based Bitcoin Companies
H100 Group AB has entered a non-binding agreement to acquire two Norwegian firms, increasing its total holdings to approximately 3,501 bitcoin. H100 Group AB (H100) announced on March 23, 2026, the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) to acquire Norwegian companies Moonshot AS and Never Say Die AS. This all-share transaction uses a bitcoin-for- […]
BitGo Launches MCP Server to Connect Institutional Crypto Infrastructure With AI Development Tools
TLDR: BitGo launched an MCP Server that connects its crypto infrastructure to AI-native development environments. Developers can use natural language to explore wallets, configure webhooks, and review transaction flows. The MCP Server supports tools like Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code, ChatGPT, and JetBrains IDEs. BitGo’s Developer Portal also features an Ask AI tool for direct, [...] The post BitGo Launches MCP Server to Connect Institutional Crypto Infrastructure With AI Development Tools appeared first on Blockonomi.
Prominent Analyst Thinks The Bitcoin Macro Bottom Is In, But…?
With the Bitcoin price continuing to bounce off from the $60,000s level, it is starting to look like the digital asset has found a bottom. Although there is still some weakness in the market, as crypto investors remain fairly cautious, there have been a number of recovery attempts that suggest that buyers are stepping back […]
Bitgo Launches MCP Server to Power AI-Driven Crypto Development Tools
Bitgo rolled out a new artificial intelligence (AI)-ready gateway on Monday, giving developers a faster way to build on its crypto infrastructure without digging through documentation the old-fashioned way. Bitgo Launches AI-Native Developer Tool for Crypto Infrastructure Access Bitgo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BTGO) announced the launch of its Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server, a tool […]
Circle asks EU to ease crypto thresholds in proposed markets framework
Circle said no euro-denominated "e-money token," including its EURC stablecoin, has reached the framework's proposed market cap threshold for use in settlement.
Major Australian pension fund mulls crypto offerings amid growing demand
Hostplus is the third-largest super fund in Australia by members, with 2.2 million, and the fifth-largest by assets under management, with over $139 billion in assets.
SEC’s top enforcer clashed over Trump cases before quitting: Report
The SEC’s handling of cases involving Justin Sun and Elon Musk was among the factors that caused the agency’s top enforcement official to quit, according to sources.
Ripple's Schwartz Question if Bitcoin Tech Matters
Ripple CTO David Schwartz has sparked a heated debate over Bitcoin’s long-term viability, claiming that its Proof-of-Work (PoW) consensus mechanism is actually a "centralizing force" that the network is constantly struggling to overcome.
Playnance Unveils the First Democratic Social Gaming Protocol, Surpassing 1M GCOIN Holders
[PRESS RELEASE – Tel Aviv, Israel, March 23rd, 2026] Playnance has introduced the first Democratic Social Gaming Protocol, a new model for decentralized, participation-driven digital economies. In an industry where platforms are built to profit from user activity, Playnance introduces a fundamentally different approach: a system where users can participate in protocol-based rewards linked to […]
Cardano Pain Remains High But ADA May Have Bottomed: Santiment
The once-touted “Ethereum killer” is in extreme pain, wallowing in the depths of a bear market, but a bottom may be finally forming, say analysts.
March 23, 2026: Stocks, Bonds, Gold, Crypto Performance Breakdown and Key Insights
March 23, 2026: Performance Breakdown and Key Insights Welcome to our latest market update on March 23, 2026. Today, we dive deep into how have performed over the past day, week, and month. With global markets shifting fast, understanding these […] The post March 23, 2026: Stocks, Bonds, Gold, Crypto Performance Breakdown and Key Insights appeared first on Blockmanity.
Aave V4 Clears Governance Vote, Eyes Ethereum Mainnet With Security-First Rollout
Aave’s community has approved a proposal to deploy Aave V4 on Ethereum mainnet, setting the stage for a tightly controlled launch focused on risk management and long-term scalability. Aave DAO Greenlights V4 Upgrade With New Credit Infrastructure The approved ARFC (Aave Request for Comment) outlines a security-first activation, with conservative parameters and a deliberately limited […]
Bitmine chair sees ‘mini-crypto winter’ thaw for ETH as it hits 77% of goal
Bitmine Immersion Technologies bought another $139 million in Ether last week, bringing its ETH holdings to 4.6 million.
Delaware to regulate stablecoins under banking framework in new bill
The stablecoin bill introduced in Delaware aims to create a licensing framework for stablecoin issuers as part of the state's first major banking code update since 1981.
TRON DAO expands AI fund to $1B as agentic economy race heats up
The $1 billion AI fund targets investments in stablecoin rails, agent identity, tokenized RWAs and developer tooling for autonomous AI systems.
Warren Seeks Details Of MrBeast’s Crypto Plans, Orders Response By April 3
Senator Elizabeth Warren has formally pressed Beast Industries and YouTube star Jimmy Donaldson—known as MrBeast—for detailed information about the company’s recent acquisition of Step, a fintech app that offers banking services to teenagers and previously permitted minors to trade crypto. In a March 23 letter sent to Beast Industries CEO Jeff Housenbold and Donaldson, Warren […]
Delaware Eyes Stablecoin Leadership With New Licensing Framework
Delaware lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 19 on Monday afternoon, aiming to establish one of the nation’s first state-level regulatory regimes for payment stablecoins aligned with federal law. SB19 Requires 1:1 Reserves and Monthly Audits for Stablecoin Firms The proposed Delaware Payment Stablecoin Act or Delaware Banking Modernization Act lays out a licensing and oversight structure […]
Strive CSO Says Saylor ‘Struck Oil’ With STRC As Bitcoin Buys Surge
Strive Asset Management Chief Strategy Officer Avik Roy said Michael Saylor has effectively “struck oil” with STRC, arguing that Strategy’s latest preferred equity structure has opened a powerful new funding channel for Bitcoin accumulation. Speaking with The Bitcoin Historian, Roy cast STRC not as just another capital raise, but as a product design breakthrough for […]
When Crypto Assets Become Investment Contracts, SEC Defines Key Conditions
SEC defines when crypto assets become securities while outlining five core categories, tying regulatory treatment to issuer-driven profit expectations and clarifying how different types of digital assets are evaluated under U.S. law. SEC and CFTC Outline Crypto Asset Classification Rules A regulatory shift is redefining how crypto assets are treated under U.S. securities law, as […]
Balancer Labs shuts down 4 months after $100M+ exploit, protocol to continue
Executives at Balancer Labs are now pushing for the protocol to be managed by the Balancer Foundation and Balancer’s DAO.
Crypto Vs. Banks: Key CLARITY Act Meetings This Week And What They Could Decide
Negotiations over the CLARITY Act — the Senate’s long‑anticipated crypto market‑structure bill — appear to be nearing a conclusion, but key details remain under wraps, and no official date has been set for a Senate Banking Committee markup. Industry sources and reporters tracking the talks say progress has been significant, yet the bill’s final language […]
Strategy Adds 1,031 Bitcoin As Price Remains Below Cost Basis
Bitcoin treasury company Strategy has made a new Bitcoin purchase, adding another $76.6 million worth of the cryptocurrency to its stack. Strategy Has Bought Another 1,031 Bitcoin In a new post on X, Strategy co-founder and chairman Michael Saylor has shared the details related to the latest Bitcoin purchase made by the treasury company. On […]
Cedar Falls Iowa Pushes Rezoning for Massive Crypto Mining Facility Near New Power Plant
Cedar Falls Iowa for Massive Near New Power Plant In a bold move into the world of digital money, , Iowa, is considering big changes to its land rules. The city wants to rezone over 38 acres on the southwest […] The post Cedar Falls Iowa Pushes Rezoning for Massive Crypto Mining Facility Near New Power Plant appeared first on Blockmanity.
Schiff Ponders $11,400 Gold as Prices Slide and 178% Surge Outlook Is Questioned
Gold’s sharp pullback amid easing geopolitical tensions masks a deeper macro narrative, as persistent inflation risks, fiscal expansion, and historical patterns fuel expectations of a powerful long-term rally, according to Peter Schiff. $11,400 Gold? Schiff Floats 178% Surge Scenario as Prices Slide Market pressure on gold is increasingly tied to expectations of prolonged inflation and […]
Eyecare biotech jumps 19% after stablecoin-focused rebrand
NovaBay Pharmaceuticals was founded in 2000 as a biopharmaceutical company developing eye care products and is now betting big on the Sky protocol and stablecoins.
Kalshi joins Polymarket in sweeping user bans to head off insider trading
Kalshi and Polymarket have moved to restrict insider trading on the same day lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill to ban popular sports event contracts.
TRON DAO expands AI fund to $1 billion to back agentic economy infrastructure
TRON DAO's AI fund expansion could accelerate the agentic economy's growth, potentially reshaping financial systems and blockchain integration. The post TRON DAO expands AI fund to $1 billion to back agentic economy infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
SoftBank CFO opens the door to breaching its own leverage ceiling
SoftBank's potential leverage increase could heighten financial risk, impacting investor confidence and influencing AI and crypto sectors. The post SoftBank CFO opens the door to breaching its own leverage ceiling appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Trump drops Iran strike threat after back-channel talks in Riyadh, oil plunges 11.7%
The temporary diplomatic pause highlights the fragility of peace efforts, with ongoing tensions posing risks to global markets and energy stability. The post Trump drops Iran strike threat after back-channel talks in Riyadh, oil plunges 11.7% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Blackrock CEO Highlights AI Boom as Tokenization Streamlines Markets
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping global economic power and investment systems as Blackrock signals a parallel shift toward tokenized markets that could redefine access, efficiency, and the future structure of financial infrastructure. Larry Fink Projects AI-Driven Economic Growth Surge as Tokenization Lowers Barriers to Global Investment Access Blackrock CEO Larry Fink emphasized that artificial intelligence […]
Polymarket updates fee structure and offers up to 30% referral rewards
Polymarket's new fee and referral structure could reshape user engagement and market dynamics, potentially influencing industry standards. The post Polymarket updates fee structure and offers up to 30% referral rewards appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
SBF Legal Saga Continues: Prosecutors Question Authenticity Of FTX Founder’s Retrial Motion Letter
FTX founder’s legal saga continues as federal prosecutors question the authenticity of a retrial letter attributed to Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) due to major inconsistencies in signature, address, and delivery method. Related Reading: Strait Of Hormuz Crisis Deepens After Trump Deadline – Crypto Markets Brace For Volatility SBF’s Retrial Motion Letter Under Scrutiny On Sunday, the […]
Balancer Labs to Shut Down as DAO Takes Control of Protocol Future
Balancer co-founder Fernando Martinelli said Balancer Labs will shut down as the protocol pivots toward a leaner, DAO-led structure following months of financial strain and fallout from a 2025 exploit. The End of Balancer Labs Balancer Labs, the original development entity behind the decentralized exchange ( DEX) protocol, is being wound down after what Martinelli […]
Strategy seeks another $44.1B to accelerate Bitcoin buying
Strategy is increasingly turning to perpetual preferred stocks to fund its Bitcoin strategy, with the company adding 90,000 BTC to its balance sheet so far this year.
XRP's Key Support Violated, Is Cardano's $0.25 Level Unbreakable? 3 Failed Shiba Inu Breakouts End Bullish Narrative: Crypto Market Review
Market is certainly in a spot where comfortable price growth is possible, as multiple support violations is not the best news.
Cardano Founder Says The Old System Is Breaking Down
Charles Hoskinson used a March 19 livestream to deliver a defense of crypto as a response to political dysfunction, market weakness, and what he described as a broader collapse in institutional legitimacy. Broadcasting from Colorado, the Cardano founder framed the current macro backdrop in apocalyptic terms, citing war, layoffs, inflationary pressure tied to energy costs, […]
Matt Mahan: California’s spending has risen 75% with no improved outcomes, bureaucratic inefficiencies are paralyzing governance, and San Jose’s tax-free strategies are reducing crime and homelessness | All-In Podcast
San Jos's innovative approach reduces crime and homelessness without raising taxes, challenging California's spending inefficiencies. The post Matt Mahan: California’s spending has risen 75% with no improved outcomes, bureaucratic inefficiencies are paralyzing governance, and San Jose’s tax-free strategies are reducing crime and homelessness | All-In Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Jessica Fain: Executives face extreme time constraints, influence is the key skill for product leaders, and empathy enhances executive engagement | Lenny’s Podcast
Understanding executive decision-making dynamics is key for product leaders to drive successful collaborations and innovations. The post Jessica Fain: Executives face extreme time constraints, influence is the key skill for product leaders, and empathy enhances executive engagement | Lenny’s Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
CLARITY Act Progress: Crypto Leaders and Banks Meet on Capitol Hill to Vet Stablecoin Yield Deal in Secrecy
Big Moves in Washington: CLARITY Act Gains Momentum Crypto is getting closer to clear rules in the US. Leaders from the crypto world met with the Senate Banking Committee this week. Bank reps followed right after. They are reviewing a […] The post CLARITY Act Progress: Crypto Leaders and Banks Meet on Capitol Hill to Vet Stablecoin Yield Deal in Secrecy appeared first on Blockmanity.
Markets Flip Script as Fed Hike Odds Overtake Cuts for First Time in 2026 Cycle
Markets have sharply repriced Federal Reserve expectations, with near-term rate hike probabilities now edging out cuts for the first time since the easing cycle began. Rate Expectations Shift Sharply as Fed Holds and Markets Reassess The shift, captured by the Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank’s Market Probability Tracker, marks a notable turn from early 2026, when […]
JPMorgan Adds $500M to Core Scientific Financing, Total Hits $1B
Core Scientific disclosed that it has expanded its credit facility to $1 billion after securing an additional $500 million commitment from JPMorgan, strengthening its push into data center and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure development. Core Scientific Targets AI Colocation Growth With $1B Facility The Austin, Texas-based digital infrastructure firm said on Monday that the new […]
Senator Warren questions whether MrBeast will market crypto to kids
A letter to the influencer and the CEO of his holding company expressed concerns about whether the two will allow minors to trade crypto through a recently acquired banking app.
Bitcoin’s battle for $70K continues as data shows traders avoiding bullish positioning
Rising inflation concerns weigh on Bitcoin’s breakout as traders refuse to take on bullish positions, despite Monday’s 4% price bounce.
How the $25M Resolv USR Minting Heist Happened
Resolv managed to burn around 9 million USR held by the attacker, but roughly $0.5 million in redemptions had already been processed.
Binance's XRP Reserve Signals Demand, Shiba Inu Shorts Exit, Dogeoin Key Metric Turns Bullish — U.Today Crypto Digest
Crypto news digest: XRP reserve on Binance retreats from $2.8B zone; SHIB sees shorts exit in 4 hours; DOGE shows extremely bullish long-short ratio.
Shibarium Begins Major Reindexing After Server Migration
TLDR Shibizens confirmed that Shibarium completed a major server migration and full chain reindexing in the past 30 days. The Shibarium explorer is about 45% synchronized as it rebuilds its database from scratch. Displayed explorer data shows fewer blocks, transactions, and wallets due to incomplete indexing. Actual on-chain data exceeds 14 million blocks and 1.56 [...] The post Shibarium Begins Major Reindexing After Server Migration appeared first on Blockonomi.