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  • MARCH 23, 2026 (5)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 23, 2026 11:38 UTC

    $265M in Crypto Shorts Liquidated After Trump Hints at End of Iran War

    After President Donald Trump suggested progress in talks with Iran to ease tensions, the cryptocurrency market reacted quickly, triggering about $265 million in short position liquidations within 15 minutes. Traders betting on falling prices were forced to exit as sentiment shifted, showing how sensitive crypto derivatives are to geopolitical news. The sudden movement highlights the risks of high leverage and how rapidly global events can influence market behavior and trading positions.

  • Bitcoin Sohrab Khawas Mar 23, 2026 11:10 UTC

    H100 Group Set to Triple Bitcoin Holdings in Major Acquisition

    Swedish health‑tech and Bitcoin treasury company H100 Group has signed a letter of intent to acquire Norwegian crypto firms Moonshot AS and Never Say Die AS, bringing in around 2,450 BTC and increasing its holdings to about 3,501 BTC ($240 M). The all‑stock deal preserves Bitcoin exposure for existing investors while strengthening H100’s capital markets position. Leadership from the acquired firms will join H100, and the transaction is expected to close after approvals in April-May.

  • Crypto ETF Sohrab Khawas Mar 23, 2026 07:04 UTC

    Bitcoin Extends 4 Week Streak With $95M Inflows

    From March 16 to March 20, Bitcoin spot ETFs continued to attract investor money, reporting $95.18 million in net inflows and extending their positive run to four straight weeks. Ethereum spot ETFs, however, experienced 59.94 million dollars in net outflows, signaling reduced investor appetite for ETH exposure. At the same time, SOL spot ETFs posted 21.10 million dollars in inflows, while XRP spot ETFs recorded $0.64M, pointing to selective interest across alternative crypto investment products.

  • Ethereum Sohrab Khawas Mar 23, 2026 06:40 UTC

    Ethereum OG Moves $31M to Coinbase After 10 Years

    An early Ethereum investor, linked to wallet address 0xa2F…bF85A, recently transferred about 15,000 ETH ($30.97 million) to Coinbase, raising speculation it could be preparing a significant sell-off. This address first accumulated ETH back in 2016 at prices as low as $11.61, meaning its holdings have grown massively in value. If sold now, the profit would be roughly $30.79 million, representing an extraordinary 17,680% return over ten years. The move draws attention to long-term holders’ potential impact on market dynamics.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 23, 2026 06:29 UTC

    CZ: Bitcoin Is a True Hard Asset

    Binance founder Changpeng Zhao stated that Bitcoin’s limited supply of 21 million coins gives it qualities similar to gold and real estate, particularly during periods of inflation. He contrasted this with fiat currencies, which central banks can expand during economic uncertainty. His remarks came as the US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged amid inflation concerns tied to tensions in Iran. At the time, Bitcoin traded near $68,700 while gold futures declined more than 5%.

  • MARCH 21, 2026 (1)

  • Ripple (XRP) Qadir AK Mar 21, 2026 09:09 UTC

    XRP Adoption Surges Among Retail Investors

    According to Santiment, the XRP Ledger is seeing steady growth, with millions of wallets joining the network. Most holders, about 5.66 million, own less than 100 XRP, showing strong participation from small investors. Around 2.01 million wallets hold between 100 and 100,000 XRP, while a smaller group of 32,054 wallets holds over 100,000 XRP. This mix highlights a healthy balance between everyday users and large holders, signaling rising interest and broader adoption of XRP across different types of investors worldwide.

  • MARCH 20, 2026 (5)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 20, 2026 15:07 UTC

    Ledger Taps Ex-Circle Exec as CFO Ahead of Potential $4B IPO

    Ledger, the crypto hardware wallet maker, has appointed John Andrews, a former Circle executive, as its new CFO. Andrews, who oversaw capital markets and investor relations at Circle and played a role in its IPO, will help Ledger prepare for a possible public listing valued above $4 billion. The company is expanding its U.S. presence, though market volatility could push back the IPO timeline. Ledger aims to strengthen its financial strategy ahead of the big move.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 20, 2026 12:45 UTC

    FBI, Thai Police Seize $580M in Crypto Scam Crackdown

    In a major international law-enforcement operation, the FBI and Royal Thai Police raided scam compounds in Thailand, seizing more than 8,000 phones, 1,300 hard drives, and freezing $580 million in cryptocurrency linked to frauds targeting U.S. victims. These compounds, also located in Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos, forced trafficked workers to run “pig butchering” scams that lure people with fake relationships or investment advice before stealing their money. A joint task force has arrested 21 suspects, and FBI agents are now in Thailand tracing blockchain transactions to break up the entire network rather than just individual scammers.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 20, 2026 12:40 UTC

    New DarkSword iOS Hack Puts Crypto Wallets at Risk

    DarkSword is a powerful iOS exploit chain used by multiple threat actors to fully compromise devices and steal sensitive data. Among its most serious risks is access to cryptocurrency wallets, where attackers can extract wallet data, private keys, and transaction details. Malware like GHOSTBLADE specifically targets financial information, including crypto assets, making victims vulnerable to theft. Once infected, attackers can silently exfiltrate wallet data and monitor activity.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 20, 2026 08:32 UTC

    Crypto.com cuts 12% jobs, bets big on AI

    Crypto.Com has laid off about 12% of its workforce, cutting roughly 180 jobs from its 1,500 employees, as it shifts focus to AI tools. CEO Kris Marszalek said companies that quickly adopt AI and combine it with top talent will grow faster, while others may struggle to survive. The move comes as crypto firms look to cut costs and improve efficiency during a slow market with lower trading activity and tighter regulations.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 20, 2026 07:52 UTC

    Gemini Cuts 30% of Workforce

    Crypto exchange Gemini has cut about 30% of its workforce since January, reducing staff to around 445 employees. The company is also bringing in AI tools to improve efficiency and lower costs. Gemini reported a net loss of nearly $585 million in 2025, with about $60 million in revenue in the final quarter. The cuts come after earlier layoffs, exits from the UK, EU, and Australia, and leadership changes as the firm tries to stabilise its business.

  • MARCH 18, 2026 (5)

  • FED Nidhi Kolhapur Mar 18, 2026 10:20 UTC

    What Time Is the Fed Meeting Today?

    The Federal Reserve’s FOMC meeting concludes today with the rate decision at 2:00 p.m. ET (11:30 p.m. IST), followed by Chair Jerome Powell speaking at 2:30 p.m. ET (12:00 a.m. IST). The Fed is expected to hold rates at 3.50%–3.75%. Markets will focus on Powell’s comments on inflation, jobs, and global tensions. Earlier, February’s PPI data at 8:30 a.m. ET may also influence sentiment and market reactions.

  • Exchange News Nidhi Kolhapur Mar 18, 2026 10:02 UTC

    Binance Delisting 8 Altcoins on April 1st

    Binance has announced it will delist several tokens from its platform, including A2Z, FORTH, HOOK, IDEX, LRC, NTRN, RDNT, and SXP. Spot trading for these tokens will end on April 1, 2026, at 03:00 UTC, and all open orders will be automatically removed. Futures positions will be closed earlier on March 24. Users are advised to manage or close their trades and bots before the deadlines to avoid losses. Deposits will stop on April 2, and withdrawals will remain open until June 1. Binance may later convert remaining balances into stablecoins, though this is not guaranteed.

  • Hack Sohrab Khawas Mar 18, 2026 08:24 UTC

    Bitrefill Hit by Cyberattack, 18,500 Records Exposed

    Crypto payments platform Bitrefill revealed it was targeted in a cyberattack on March 1, 2026, possibly linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group. Around 18,500 order records were accessed, including customer email and crypto addresses. The breach began with a compromised employee device and stolen login credentials. Attackers gained access to parts of the company’s database and hot wallets, transferring funds before the issue was contained.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 18, 2026 07:01 UTC

    Pi Network Launches Protocol 20 Mainnet Upgrade

    Pi Network has rolled out its full Mainnet upgrade to Protocol 20, unlocking support for programmable smart contracts that can power decentralized apps, NFTs, escrow systems, and subscription services. Launched in 2019 by Stanford founders Nicolas Kokkalis and Chengdiao Fan, the network now has 17.7 million verified users. After exchange listings, including Kraken, Pi trades near $0.1735 with a $1.7 B market cap. The team emphasizes careful testing and audits ahead of broader utility releases.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 18, 2026 06:15 UTC

    Hyperliquid’s HIP‑3 Market Open Interest Hits $1.43 B

    Hyperliquid’s permissionless HIP‑3 derivatives market has set a fresh record with open interest topping $1.43 billion, highlighting strong trader demand for decentralized perpetual futures. Notably, the WTI crude oil contract logged about $1.39 billion in 24‑hour volume, placing it behind only Bitcoin in activity and ahead of Ethereum. Recent trends show most of Hyperliquid’s top 30 active markets are tokenized real‑world assets, such as the S&P 500 Index, NVIDIA, and precious metals, while just seven are traditional crypto pairs, underscoring a shift toward broader asset exposure.

  • MARCH 17, 2026 (5)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 17, 2026 14:26 UTC

    Mastercard Partners with BVNK in $1.8B Stablecoin Deal

    Mastercard has agreed to acquire stablecoin infrastructure firm BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, including $300 million in performance‑based payments, in a deal expected to close by the end of 2026. BVNK’s platform connects fiat money and stablecoins across major blockchains, helping businesses send and receive digital payments in 130+ countries. The move gives Mastercard on‑chain payment rails and builds on its broader digital‑asset and Crypto Partner Program efforts, coming months after BVNK’s talks with Coinbase collapsed.

  • Ripple (XRP) Sohrab Khawas Mar 17, 2026 13:21 UTC

    Ripple Expands in Brazil

    Ripple has announced a major expansion in Brazil, strengthening its role in one of the world’s fastest-growing financial markets. The company now offers a full suite of services for institutions, including cross-border payments, digital asset custody, prime brokerage, and treasury management. Ripple also plans to apply for a VASP license with Brazil’s Central Bank, aligning with new regulations. President Monica Long said Brazil remains a key market for Ripple’s long-term growth strategy.

  • Fintech Company Nidhi Kolhapur Mar 17, 2026 09:09 UTC

    Metaplanet Transferred 4,986 BTC ($368M) to New Wallets

    After three months of inactivity, MetaPlanet has moved 4,986 BTC—worth about $368.3 million—into new wallets, likely redistributing funds rather than preparing an immediate sale. The transfers were split across multiple transactions, pointing to internal treasury management. The move comes as Bitcoin sees a slight pullback due to profit-taking, adding pressure across the market. At the same time, MetaPlanet’s stock dropped 12% on Tuesday following the transfers. The sharp reaction highlights how closely investors are tracking the company’s Bitcoin holdings and any large on-chain movements tied to its treasury strategy.

  • Meme Coins Zameer Attar Mar 17, 2026 09:03 UTC

    PEPE Builds Momentum as Breakout Hopes Grow

    Pepe coin ($PEPE) is gaining attention as its price holds steady near a key support level around $0.0000033, where large buyers have been stepping in. Recent activity suggests investors may be building a base, helping prevent further drops. The token is now trading in a tight range up to $0.0000040, setting up for a possible breakout. Adding to the buzz, PEPE was recently included in a global crypto partner program linked to Mastercard, hinting at growing recognition. Analysts say if momentum continues, the coin could see a strong upward move in the coming months.

  • Crypto ETF Sohrab Khawas Mar 17, 2026 08:00 UTC

    Bitcoin ETFs Recorded $202M in Inflows

    On March 16, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded about $200 million in net inflows, extending their winning streak to nearly a week, with BlackRock’s IBIT alone contributing roughly $139 million. Ethereum ETFs also stayed strong with around $35.9 million in inflows, marking continued institutional demand, while XRP products saw a $5.98 million outflow, keeping their overall cumulative flows in negative territory.

  • MARCH 16, 2026 (4)

  • Ethereum Sohrab Khawas Mar 16, 2026 14:39 UTC

    Bitmine Boosts ETH Holdings, Portfolio Hits $11.5B

    Bitmine Immersion Technologies reported buying 60,999 ETH last week, bringing its Ethereum holdings to 4,595,562 ETH, about 3.81% of the total supply, while also holding 196 BTC. The company’s broader crypto, cash, and strategic assets now total approximately $11.5 billion, making it one of the largest digital asset treasuries globally. Bitmine continues its long‑term ETH accumulation strategy and generates staking revenue, reflecting strong institutional confidence in Ethereum’s future

  • Bitcoin Sohrab Khawas Mar 16, 2026 12:25 UTC

    Michael Saylor’s Strategy Purchases 22,337 BTC

    Michael Saylor’s firm Strategy has added 22,337 Bitcoin for about 1.57 billion dollars at roughly 70,194 dollars per coin. This brings their total holdings to 761,068 Bitcoin acquired for around 57.61 billion dollars at an average price of 75,696 dollars each as of March 15, 2026. The company continues to grow its Bitcoin portfolio, reinforcing its long-term strategy of holding Bitcoin as a primary treasury asset while navigating market fluctuations.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 16, 2026 06:29 UTC

    TAO Jumps 40% as AI Network Expands

    Bittensor’s $TAO recorded a sharp 40% rally, reaching a high near $294 before easing to around $280. The surge follows rapid network expansion, with active AI subnets growing to 128 this year. Strong momentum came after Templar introduced Covenant 72B, a large decentralized language model trained on 1.1 trillion tokens, drawing significant market attention. Although some traders secured profits after the spike, continued network growth and supply tightening are keeping long-term sentiment constructive.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 16, 2026 06:02 UTC

    BlockFills Files for Bankruptcy Amid Lawsuit and Heavy Losses

    On March 15, 2026, crypto lender BlockFills and its affiliates filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware, listing just 50 to 100 million dollars in assets against 100 to 500 million dollars in liabilities. The filing came after the company stopped deposits during Bitcoin price drops, its CEO exited, and Dominion Capital sued over a 77 million dollar deficit tied to commingled client funds, including 70.6 Bitcoin now frozen by court order. BlockFills says restructuring is the best way to protect clients, but unsecured creditors now face uncertain recoveries.

  • MARCH 14, 2026 (2)

  • Crypto ETF Sohrab Khawas Mar 14, 2026 08:49 UTC

    Bitcoin ETFs Add $180M, Ethereum ETFs Gain $26.69M

    Bitcoin spot ETFs continued strong inflows on March 13, drawing a total of $180 million in net new money and extending their winning run to five straight days as investors seek regulated crypto exposure. BlackRock’s IBIT dominated flows with $144 million in a single session, showing continued preference for its liquidity and brand trust. Ethereum spot ETFs also saw growing interest, adding $26.69 million and making it four days of net inflows, while BlackRock’s ETHA led the group with $32.39 million.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Mar 14, 2026 07:39 UTC

    Coinbase and Bybit Explore Strategic Investment Talks

    Coinbase is discussing a possible investment deal with Bybit, one of the largest global crypto exchanges outside the United States. Bybit sees the partnership as a way to expand into the regulated US market, but it has not publicly confirmed the talks. Industry leaders say a deal could strengthen standards and reduce loopholes in crypto trading. This comes after big investments like ICE’s backing of OKX at a $25 billion valuation and Coinbase’s $2.9 billion purchase of Deribit last year.

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