Binance Slashes VIP Entry Thresholds to Support Global Growth
Binance has revamped its VIP Program to make elite benefits more accessible, introducing the Rising Star tier and significantly lowering entry thresholds. Lower BNB and Trading Requirements In a move to reward its growing user base, Binance has announced a comprehensive overhaul of its VIP Program. By significantly lowering entry thresholds and introducing a new […]
Kalshi Hits $22 Billion Valuation as $1 Billion Capital Injection Defies Regulatory Heat
Kalshi has raised over $1 billion, increasing its valuation to $22 billion in just three months, signaling strong investor confidence despite regulatory challenges. Hyper-Growth in the ‘ Oracle Economy’ The U.S.-regulated prediction market, Kalshi, has reportedly raised more than $1 billion in a new financing round, catapulting its valuation to a staggering $22 billion. The […]
BTQ Launches Quantum-Resistant Bitcoin Testnet With BIP 360
BTQ Technologies has launched the first working implementation of BIP 360 on its Bitcoin Quantum testnet. The update allows developers to test quantum-resistant bitcoin transactions in a live environment. Bitcoin Quantum Testnet Debuts BIP 360 Implementation BTQ Technologies has introduced Bitcoin Quantum testnet v0.3.0, marking the first live implementation of Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP) 360. […]
While the company had announced that it would be sunsetting the Horizon World experience, the in-house digital world for VR headsets, it has now backpedaled. Nonetheless, the experience is now being tailored to mobile platforms, where it has enjoyed more popularity. Meta’s Is Saving Its Metaverse for VR Headsets, but Focusing on Mobile From Now […]
Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops 7.76% as Hashprice Struggles to Support Miners
As projections anticipated, Bitcoin’s difficulty adjusted downward at block height 941472, falling 7.76% and easing the path for miners to find blocks over the next two weeks. The network has now logged six difficulty adjustments this year, with the metric sitting nearly 10% below its level at the close of 2025. Lower Bitcoin Difficulty Offers […]
Ripple Survey Shows 72% of Finance Leaders See Digital Asset Revolution Happening Now
Digital asset adoption has become an immediate priority, with 72% of global finance leaders warning that action is needed now to stay competitive as stablecoins, custody, and tokenization rapidly move into core financial operations. Digital Asset Adoption Surges Across Global Finance Sector Mounting competitive pressure is pushing financial institutions toward digital asset adoption. Ripple published […]
Crypto ETFs remained under pressure on Thursday, with bitcoin and ether posting another round of outflows. Solana offered a rare bright spot, while XRP activity stayed flat. Solana Bucks Trend as Bitcoin, Ether ETFs See Fresh Outflows The mood around crypto ETFs remains cautious. Another day, another round of outflows, and this time the selling […]
Cash Dubai crude crossed $170 per barrel for the first time in history this week, delivering a clear signal that the physical oil market is under severe strain amid escalating Middle East disruptions. Physical Oil Tightness Sends Dubai Crude Into Uncharted Territory The price move did not come from paper trading or speculative futures. It […]
Kalshi Ordered to Temporarily Stop Operations in Nevada
A State Judge signed a restraining order barring the company from offering some kinds of prediction market contracts in the state, as the battle between state and federal regulators accelerates. Kalshi also faces similar allegations in other states, like Arizona. Kalshi Faces Restraining Order in Nevada for Acting as an Unlicensed Gaming Business The conflict […]
CFTC Publishes FAQs Defining Bitcoin, Ether, Stablecoin Roles in Margin
CFTC defines how bitcoin, ether, and stablecoins function in derivatives margin, applying risk-based haircuts and tighter usage limits while reinforcing structured oversight instead of banning crypto from core market activity. CFTC Formalizes Crypto Margin Treatment With Risk-Based Haircuts Regulatory treatment of bitcoin, ether, and stablecoins within U.S. derivatives markets is evolving toward structured oversight rather […]
Justin Sun Delivers Keynote at DC Summit 2026 as TRON DAO Strengthens Policy Engagement
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland, March 20, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications ( dApps), participated as a Diamond Sponsor at the DC Blockchain Summit 2026, highlighting its ongoing engagement in policy discussions shaping […]
Market Resilience: Bitcoin Holds $69,500 Floor Despite Global Equity Slump
Bitcoin showed typical volatility on March 20, swinging between $69,500 and $71,356 before closing nearly flat with a 0.1% gain and a $1.39 trillion market cap. Market Resilience and Equity Parallels Bitcoin’s trademark volatility was once again on display Friday, March 20, as the cryptocurrency swung from $69,500 to an intraday peak of $71,356 before […]
Binance Flags iOS Exploit Chain Threatening Crypto Wallet Data Security
Critical iOS flaw enables silent attacks that expose crypto wallets and personal data, as Binance warns of an advanced exploit chain already used by surveillance groups targeting users across multiple countries. Binance Flags Advanced iOS Exploit Targeting Crypto Data Escalating risks tied to advanced mobile threats are drawing scrutiny after Binance warned of a critical […]
Class Action Lawsuits Hit Gemini as Exchange Growth Narrative Collapses Under Investor Scrutiny
Mounting investor losses are drawing scrutiny to Gemini as class action lawsuits allege the crypto exchange misled markets about its growth strategy and financial outlook, fueling a sharp post-IPO decline and eroding confidence. Class Action Lawsuits Filed Against Gemini as Exchange Expansion Story Unravels Into Credibility Crisis A securities dispute highlights investor losses as multiple […]
Trump Administration Unveils Federal AI Framework, Aims to Terminate State Regulation ‘Patchwork’
The framework describes six key areas to address, including establishing safeguards for children, shielding communities from datacenter-driven higher power costs, and ensuring America benefits from the transition to AI. AI and crypto Czar David Sacks stated that they will work with Congress to turn this principle into legislation. Trump Administration Reveals AI Principles For Upcoming […]
Markets Double Down on Fed Pause After March Decision: Traders See No Fold Ahead of April Meeting
Markets are leaning heavily toward a Federal Reserve pause following this week’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decision, with traders signaling little belief that policymakers will pivot under pressure at the April 29, 2026, meeting. Markets Show Little Faith in Fed Rate Cuts After March While Fed Chair Jerome Powell sits in office, until his […]
In the wake of yesterday’s episode involving a long-dormant whale transferring a sizable cache of bitcoin, a holder dating back to 2012 moved 2,100 bitcoin—valued at more than $146 million at current exchange rates. Dormant Bitcoin From 2012 Moves With bitcoin trading lower this year, activity among early holders has cooled notably compared with 2025, […]
Hong Kong Web3 Festival Unveils 2026 Speaker Lineup, Featuring Leaders from BlackRock, OKX, Solan...
This content is provided by a sponsor. Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. Now in its 4th year, this four-day event will once again bring tens of thousands of Web3 professionals, investors, and enthusiasts from around the globe to connect, […]
Sui Foundation and Industry Giants Launch Hashi Bitcoin Finance Primitive
The Sui Foundation has introduced Hashi, a decentralized primitive designed to enable compliant, BTC-backed lending and yield opportunities for institutional and retail participants. On 19 March 2026, the Sui Foundation announced the upcoming devnet launch of Hashi, a Sui-based primitive that integrates native bitcoin ( BTC) into onchain financial services. Industry giants including Bitgo, Bullish, […]
Apex Group and Coinbase Asset Management Launch Tokenized Bitcoin Fund
Apex Group and Coinbase Asset Management have debuted a tokenized bitcoin yield fund on the Base network to modernize fund distribution. On 19 March, 2026, Apex Group Ltd and Coinbase Asset Management (CBAM) announced the launch of the tokenized Coinbase Bitcoin Yield Fund on the Base blockchain. This collaboration utilizes the ERC-3643 permissioned token standard […]