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Circle moves $68 million in just 30 minutes by using its own stablecoin for internal payments

Those who cheered U.S. Bitcoin reserve have spent year watching Trump's order languish

Bitcoin slips below $68,000 as dollar posts steepest weekly gain in a year

Bitcoin could crash by another 30% as four-year cycle gains strength, investment firm says

Why bitcoin couldn't hold $70,000 despite its best week of Wall Street news in months

Managing financial AI agents is the only skill you’ll need to survive the AI layoffs

BlackRock private credit fund is latest to crack, hitting crypto prices and DeFi markets

Bitcoin buyers are cashing out fast after short-lived jump to $74,000

Binance tells Senate probe no accounts sent crypto directly to Iran

'No deal with Iran': Trump demands unconditional surrender, sending oil surging, bitcoin and stocks lower

CoinDesk 20 performance update: Aave drops 4.3% as all index constituents trade lower

U.S. unexpectedly lost 92,000 jobs in February, unemployment rate rose to 4.4%

Kazakhstan central bank to invest $350 million worth of gold, forex reserves into digital assets

Bitcoin hit by short-termism as rally fades ahead of U.S. jobs data

Strike secures New York BitLicense, opening bitcoin financial services to state residents

Bitcoin extends decline from $74,000, derivatives data point to cautious positioning

Bank of Canada, country’s largest banks complete first tokenized bond trial

Bitcoin drops toward $70,000 ahead of U.S. jobs data; oil price rises on Iran war

Dubai crypto regulator says KuCoin exchange is operating without proper license and must stop

Vancouver mayor's bitcoin investment proposal blocked by city, provincial law

Kalshi, Polymarket eye $20B valuations in potential fundraising: WSJ

Lawmakers are pushing new regulation for prediction markets after suspiciously timed Polymarket bets on US and Israeli strikes on Iran raised insider-trading concerns.

USDC beats Tether as stablecoin transfer volume hits $1.8T all-time high

Stablecoin monthly transaction volume reached a record $1.8 trillion in February, as USDC surprised analysts with 70% of the total volume.

Grok delivers viral vulgar roasts of Musk, Netanyahu and Starmer

xAI’s Grok drew massive attention on X after delivering profanity-filled roasts of Elon Musk, Benjamin Netanyahu and Keir Starmer following user prompts.

Florida Senate passes state-level stablecoin bill, awaits DeSantis’ signature

SB 314 expands Florida’s money services law to cover stablecoins, requiring issuer compliance with existing regulations while banning unlicensed issuance.

Bitcoin dip may not be over as retail ramps up buying below $70K: Santiment

Bitcoin whales have sold about 66% of the Bitcoin they recently accumulated since Wednesday, according to crypto sentiment platform Santiment.

Trump’s National Cyber Strategy pledges to support crypto and blockchain

Mixers, privacy coins and the threat quantum computing could pose to Bitcoin were all points of speculation across the industry following the release of Trump’s Cyber Strategy.

Community banks and crypto industry ‘are allies’ in CLARITY Act debate: Exec

If the crypto industry and community banks cannot find common ground on the CLARITY Act, the only winners will be the “big banks,” according to crypto executive Austin Campbell.

When buying Bitcoin, don’t expect profit for at least 3 years: Data

Bitcoin’s price volatility tends to scare off buyers, but data shows investors who hold for at least three years have a higher chance of locking in significant returns.

Bank of Canada pilot issues country’s first tokenized bond

A pilot involving the central bank and major financial institutions tested whether distributed ledger infrastructure could streamline bond issuance, trading and settlement.

Ex-CFO sentenced to two years after diverting $35M to crypto venture

Nevin Shetty was convicted of wire fraud related to secretly moving $35 million in funds from a Seattle startup to his own crypto platform in 2022 to use for DeFi investments.

Price predictions 3/6: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, HYPE, XMR

Bitcoin sold off below $70,000 on Friday, leading analysts to conclude that this week’s breakout to $74,000 was a relief rally rather than a longer-lasting sign of a trend change.

Curve Finance accuses PancakeSwap of copying its code

The Curve Finance team told PancakeSwap that it must go through the proper licensing process to collaborate and use code created by Curve.

Here’s what happened in crypto today

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.

US senator calls for anti-corruption provisions in crypto bills

Senator Elizabeth Warren pointed to the SEC's recent settlement with Tron founder Justin Sun, saying “any crypto legislation moving through Congress“ should address corruption.

Bitcoin price falls under $70K again: Three key reasons

Profit-taking by short-term Bitcoin traders accelerated the BTC drop below $70,000, but spot and futures traders may kickstart a quick recovery.

Bitcoin recovery meets DeFi tensions as Aave rift deepens: Finance Redefined

Bitcoin bounced back this week as stablecoin inflows surged, and DeFi faced fresh pressure from Aave governance strife, exploits and exchange security moves.

Markets are underpricing risk of longer Middle East war, Arthur Hayes says

In a Cointelegraph interview, Arthur Hayes explains why global markets may not be pricing in a longer war in the Middle East, and what that may mean for energy prices, liquidity and Bitcoin.

Pakistan's parliament passes the Virtual Assets Act of 2026

The bill legally formalizes oversight over Pakistan's crypto industry, sanctions compliance and anti-money laundering regulations.

Kraken launches xChange engine to power tokenized stock trading

The new onchain trading engine from the xStocks platform enables trading of more than 70 tokenized equities across Ethereum and Solana.

Binance slams US Senate probe over Iran as based on defamatory reports

The crypto exchange responded to a Senate inquiry over sanctions by claiming that “no Binance account transacted directly with an Iran-based entity.“

Inside the Growing ‘Digisexual’ Subculture of People in Relationships With AI

As chatbots grow more conversational, some users are forming emotional bonds with AI, raising questions about the future of human–machine intimacy.

Kalshi Sued Over Refusing to Pay Out Prediction Market After Iran Leader's Death

Kalshi is facing a class action lawsuit based on its handling of a recent market related to Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Eyes State Stablecoin Framework Following Senate Passage

The bill establishes Florida-centric consumer protections and safeguards against money laundering

'Obscene': Grammarly's New AI Tool Offers Writing Feedback From Dead Scholars

Grammarly's “Expert Review” feature uses AI to give feedback through the lens of noted writers and scholars—some of whom are no longer living.

Binance Denies $1.7 Billion in Iran Sanctions Violations Amid US Senate Probe

Binance denied $1.7 billion in Iran sanctions violations and stood behind its compliance operations, in a new letter to Senator Richard Blumenthal.

CFO Gets Prison Time After Losing $35 Million of Company Money in Crypto Side Hustle

Nevin Shetty secretly moved $35 million in company funds to his own DeFi platform, before losing nearly all of it in the Terra collapse.

Kazakhstan's Central Bank Will Invest Up to $350 Million in Crypto Assets: Reuters

The planned investments represent a sliver of its gold and foreign exchange reserves.

Nigel Farage Confidant Linked to $550K Loss On Iran Strike Polymarket Bet: Report

A Polymarket account bearing George Cottrell’s name made multiple geopolitical bets, amid growing scrutiny over prediction markets.

Dubai Orders Crypto Exchange KuCoin to Stop Offering Services to Residents

KuCoin must stop offering its services in Dubai, the emirate's crypto regulator said this week, as it is not appropriately licensed.

Bitcoin Dives Below $69K as US Loses 92K Jobs in February

Bitcoin has fallen 5% in the last day as the U.S. shed 92,000 jobs in February, rattling crypto markets amid growing economic uncertainty.

Morning Minute: The NYSE Just Bought Into A Major Crypto Exchange

The institutions continue to pile into crypto and blockchain projects, and end users stand to benefit.

Bitcoin ETFs Shed $228M, But Longer-Term Flows Stabilize

Bitcoin ETFs saw their worst outflows in three weeks, with experts highlighting early re-accumulation as flows stabilize.

Vancouver Moves to Close Bitcoin Reserve Proposal After Legal Review

Over a year after Vancouver explored becoming a “Bitcoin-friendly city,” staff say municipal law bars holding Bitcoin in city reserves.

Crypto Exchange OKX Debuts Social Platform Linking Posts to Trades

Orbit allows traders to disclose portfolio data and earn rewards tied to follower engagement in what OKX is touting as a transparency play.

Nvidia Is Probably Done Investing in OpenAI and Anthropic, Says CEO—Why?

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang blamed potential IPOs for ending the chip giant's investment run—right as both AI labs are immersed in controversy.

SEC Moves to Settle Justin Sun Case With $10M Penalty for BitTorrent Owner

The judgment would resolve one of the agency’s highest-profile crypto enforcement actions and dismiss the remaining claims against Sun.

Roblox Is Now Using AI to Rewrite Chat Swears in Real Time

Roblox's new AI feature replaces blocked messages with rewritten text to keep conversations readable while enforcing platform rules.

Dogecoin Down Bad as Bitcoin Gives Up Latest Gains

After a strong bounce on Wednesday, Dogecoin is leading the top 100 tokens in losses on Thursday as Bitcoin falls.

Iran Regime's Crypto Activity Topped $3 Billion as Illicit Transactions Surged in 2025: Report

Iran, Russia, North Korea, and other sanctioned countries boosted their use of cryptocurrency last year, according to Chainalysis.

Penguin Apparel Brand Targets Crypto IP Pudgy Penguins in Trademark Infringement Lawsuit

The firm behind the Original Penguin brand is suing Pudgy Penguins in a lawsuit that alleges the crypto brand infringes on its trademarks.

Crypto ETFs Stay Red: Bitcoin Loses $349 Million in Friday Pullback

Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) ended the week under pressure as bitcoin funds recorded a second consecutive day of heavy outflows. Ether, XRP, and solana ETFs also posted losses, marking another broad selloff across the sector. Bitcoin, Ether ETFs Post Second Straight Day of Heavy Outflows The crypto ETF market closed the week on a cautious […]

Bitcoin Drifts in Tight Range With Downtrend Still Intact

Bitcoin traded at $68,094 as of 8 a.m. EST on March 7, 2026, down 3.3% over the previous 24 hours, with a market cap of around $1.36 trillion and roughly $39.07 billion in daily trading volume. The leading cryptocurrency moved within a $67,495 to $70,423 intraday range, while technical indicators across multiple timeframes pointed to […]

Chinese Tea Money, Arthur Hayes’ Forecasts, and More – Week In Review

Crypto and financial markets are converging in new ways as institutions, regulators, and macro forces reshape the landscape. NYSE parent ICE has invested in crypto exchange OKX at a $25 billion valuation, signaling deeper Wall Street integration with digital assets. Arthur Hayes argues the next bitcoin buying opportunity could follow Fed rate cuts tied to […]

OKX Introduces Social Trading Platform After $25 Billion Valuation

Crypto exchange OKX is rolling out a built-in social network called Orbit inside its trading app, aiming to merge market discussion, community engagement, and real-time trading data. OKX Blends Social Media and Crypto Trading With Orbit Crypto exchange OKX is expanding its platform with a new built-in social network designed to bring market conversations directly […]

Argentine Neobank Uala Raises $195 Million to Bankroll Latin American Expansion

The round, led by Allianz X, Allianz’s Group strategic investment arm, seeks to help Uala expand its operations across Latin America. The company reached a $3.2 billion valuation, becoming one of the largest digital conglomerates in the region. Uala Reaches $3.2 Billion Valuation In Latest Funding Round Uala, an Argentina-based neobank, has closed a successful […]

Kazakhstan Announces Investment of up to $350 Million in Crypto Reserve

The Central Bank of Kazakhstan recently announced that it would set up an investment portfolio of up to $350 million to invest in cryptocurrency companies and other instruments providing exposure to digital assets, using gold, and part of its foreign reserves to this end. Kazakhstan To Invest Up to $350 Million In Cryptocurrency Companies Central […]

Crypto Crime Hits $154B in 2025 but It’s Below 1% of Onchain Activity

Illicit crypto transactions surged to record levels in 2025, yet the digital asset economy continues expanding as legitimate adoption accelerates worldwide, highlighting a rapidly growing blockchain ecosystem that still overwhelmingly operates within legal activity. Illicit Crypto Flows Surge While Global Adoption Accelerates Despite the rise in illicit activity, the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem continues to expand […]

Kucoin Faces Cease-and-Desist Order From Dubai Crypto Regulator

Dubai’s regulator warns consumers and investors to avoid crypto exchange Kucoin, intensifying scrutiny of unregulated digital asset platforms as the UAE’s multi-agency system divides oversight of virtual assets across Dubai and other emirates. Kucoin Ordered to Halt Operations by Dubai Regulator Heightened regulatory scrutiny continues to shape the global virtual asset sector. Dubai’s Virtual Assets […]

Ripple Says Crypto Has Entered Institutional-Grade Era as TradFi–DeFi Bridge ‘Officially’ Opens

Crypto is entering a regulated institutional era as Ripple expands licensed financial infrastructure and global compliance, signaling blockchain’s transition from experimentation to large-scale financial deployment, connecting traditional finance with digital asset markets. Ripple Signals End of Crypto’s Experimental Era as Regulated Institutional Infrastructure Takes Center Stage The digital asset industry is entering a new phase […]

Bitcoin May Be Quiet Now but Institutional Flows Suggest a Bigger Move Ahead

Institutional investors are holding firm through bitcoin’s latest market dip, signaling deeper conviction as ETF inflows, new buyers, and geopolitical tensions reinforce the cryptocurrency’s growing role as a potential safe-haven asset. Why Institutional Investors Aren’t Dumping Bitcoin During the Latest Dip Growing institutional participation is shaping bitcoin’s market behavior during periods of volatility. Crypto Research […]