Abra to Go Public Through SPAC Merger Valuing Crypto Wealth Platform at $750 Million
Digital asset wealth management firm Abra Financial Holdings announced March 16 that it plans to go public through a merger with special purpose acquisition company New Providence Acquisition Corp. III, valuing the company at $750 million before new capital. Digital Asset Manager Abra Plans Nasdaq Debut via New Providence SPAC Merger The...
By Jamie Redman 3/16/2026, 2:01:51 PM
South Korea Fines Bithumb $24M, Imposes 6-Month Partial Suspension Over AML Violations
Bitcoin Magazine South Korea Fines Bithumb $24M, Imposes 6-Month Partial Suspension Over AML Violations South Korea has fined Bithumb $24.6M, suspending new-user services for six months over AML violations. This post South Korea Fines Bithumb $24M, Imposes 6-Month Partial Suspension Over AML Violations first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is...
By Micah Zimmerman 3/16/2026, 1:59:33 PM
BofA Boosts 2026 Brent Crude Outlook Following Strait of Hormuz Supply Shock
BofA raises 2026 Brent crude forecast to $77.50 from $61 after Strait of Hormuz disruptions drain 200M barrels. E&P stocks FANG, DVN, OVV get price target boost. The post BofA Boosts 2026 Brent Crude Outlook Following Strait of Hormuz Supply Shock appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/16/2026, 1:57:02 PM
DocuSign (DOCU) Stock Q4 Earnings: Key Metrics to Watch Before Tuesday’s Report
DocuSign (DOCU) reports Q4 earnings Tuesday. Analysts project $827M revenue, $0.95 EPS, and $1B billings as stock trades 32% below year-open levels. The post DocuSign (DOCU) Stock Q4 Earnings: Key Metrics to Watch Before Tuesday’s Report appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/16/2026, 1:55:01 PM
Can Solana price rally past $100 on an ascending triangle breakout?
Solana’s price rallied over 6% to a five-week high of $94 on Monday amid a broader market rebound. According to data from crypto.news, Solana (SOL) price rose nearly 7% to $94.07 on March 16, reaching its highest level since early…
By Rony Roy 3/16/2026, 1:54:52 PM
Tether still holds more cash, but Circle’s USDC is now moving more of crypto’s money
Circle’s USD Coin (USDC) has officially unseated Tether’s USDT in transfer volume for the first time in seven years. The shift marks a defining moment for digital assets, cleanly splitting stablecoin leadership into two distinct categories: total supply and transactional velocity. While Tether remains the undisputed heavyweight in the stablecoin...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 3/16/2026, 1:54:32 PM
Bitcoin outperforms gold and stocks in global turmoil as ETFs and Strategy accumulate
Wall Street broker Bernstein took note of an institutional ownership shift as behind bitcoin's resilience during this latest bout of global turmoil.
By Will Canny 3/16/2026, 1:53:42 PM
OpenAI in advanced talks with major private equity firms for $10B joint venture: Report
The joint venture could significantly enhance AI integration in business operations, reshaping industry standards and boosting economic growth. The post OpenAI in advanced talks with major private equity firms for $10B joint venture: Report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 3/16/2026, 1:51:58 PM
NoOnes expands gift card infrastructure as crypto P2P trading grows
Crypto peer-to-peer platform NoOnes is expanding its gift card trading infrastructure as it seeks to consolidate a fragmented global market … Continue reading The post NoOnes expands gift card infrastructure as crypto P2P trading grows appeared first on Finbold.
By Diana Paluteder 3/16/2026, 1:49:35 PM
Bitmine Buys 60,999 ETH as Treasury Now Holds 3.8% of Ethereum Supply
The addition of nearly 61,000 ETH last week by Bitmine Immersion Technologies pushed its holdings to about 4.6 million ETH, roughly 3.8% of the total supply. The firm now oversees an $11.5 billion portfolio spanning crypto, cash, and strategic investments. Bitmine’s Ethereum Stack Nears 4.6 Million After Latest Buy BitMine Immersion Technologies...
By Emmanuel Musa 3/16/2026, 1:48:19 PM
Salesforce (CRM) Stock Climbs on Historic $25B Share Repurchase Launch
Salesforce (CRM) stock gains 2.5% after initiating a record $25B accelerated share repurchase program, the first phase of a $50B total buyback authorization. The post Salesforce (CRM) Stock Climbs on Historic $25B Share Repurchase Launch appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/16/2026, 1:33:21 PM
Pundit Explains How XRP Could Be Repriced With This New Development
Grayscale’s Head of Research, Zach Pandl, has stated that crypto assets like XRP could see a repricing once the CLARITY Act provides regulatory clarity. The analyst indicated that the altcoin could be among the tokens that benefit the most, especially if it becomes less inflationary. Pundit Agrees XRP Could See Repricing With CLARITY Act In […]
By Scott Matherson 3/16/2026, 1:30:13 PM
Crypto wealth manager Abra to list on Nasdaq in blockbuster $750 million merger
Abra's Nasdaq listing could accelerate mainstream adoption of digital asset management, reshaping financial services and investment landscapes. The post Crypto wealth manager Abra to list on Nasdaq in blockbuster $750 million merger appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 3/16/2026, 1:28:31 PM
DeFi Adoption Metrics: TVL, Composability & User Behaviour Over Time
In 2026, there is no longer a need to ask whether decentralized finance is an option, but how its underlying design is fundamentally transforming the definition of capital. When one defi protocol has the capacity to operate billions of dollars without a central headquarters or even a CEO, what does that imply about the future […] The post DeFi...
By N/A 3/16/2026, 1:25:37 PM
Pi Network Price Prediction
Pi Network positions itself as a gateway for everyday people to step into the crypto world. Founded by Nicolas Kokkalis and Chengdiao Fan, the project reimagines the concept of mining by allowing users to earn Pi coins through simple daily check-ins on the mobile app, eliminating the need for expensive hardware or deep technical expertise. […] The...
By N/A 3/16/2026, 1:25:36 PM
Bitdeer BTDR Unveils SEALMINER DL1 Air for Litecoin and Dogecoin Mining
Bitdeer launches SEALMINER DL1 Air Scrypt miner with 25 GH/s hashrate and 149 J/GH efficiency, targeting LTC and DOGE miners seeking operational flexibility. (Read More)
By N/A 3/16/2026, 1:25:13 PM
Bitcoin Price Soars to $74K, but Investors Are Already Eyeing New Altcoin GCoin This Week
Bitcoin’s price surged above $74,400 today, marking a multi-week high and reigniting optimism across the broader cryptocurrency market, as evidenced by the rise in altcoins. The rally came amid renewed buying pressure, a wave of institutional demand, and yet another behemoth purchase by Michael Saylor’s Strategy. Bitcoin Climbs to $74K as Market...
By Felix Mollen 3/16/2026, 1:22:24 PM
Ethereum Open Interest Jumps 18%, Bull Trap Signal?
Ethereum rose for seven consecutive days and is set to mark its eighth day if today closes in green.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 3/16/2026, 1:22:00 PM
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Ethereum (ETH) price jumps 8.8%, leading index higher
Polkadot (DOT), up 8.5% from Friday, joined Ethereum (ETH) as a top performer.
By CoinDesk Indices 3/16/2026, 1:17:19 PM
South Korea Fines Bithumb $25M and Orders 6-Month Partial Suspension Over AML Violations
South Korean regulators have imposed a roughly $25 million fine and a six-month partial business suspension on crypto exchange Bithumb after finding millions of anti-money-laundering and identity-verification violations. Bithumb Sanctioned by South Korean FIU Over Identity Verification Failures Reports note that South Korea’s Financial...
By Jamie Redman 3/16/2026, 1:15:30 PM
Crypto wealth platform Abra to go public through $750 million SPAC deal
The transaction is expected to deliver as much as $300 million in cash, which will be used to expand the company's institutional crypto lending, yield and custody offerings.
By Francisco Rodrigues 3/16/2026, 1:14:50 PM
Proposed US Stablecoin Yield Restriction May Fuel International Crypto Competition
US stablecoin yield ban may drive investors to international platforms, giving foreign markets a competitive edge in digital asset returns and innovation. The post Proposed US Stablecoin Yield Restriction May Fuel International Crypto Competition appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 3/16/2026, 1:14:33 PM
Why blockchain is transparent: mechanisms and impact
why blockchain is transparent, blockchain transparency benefits, how blockchain ensures transparency, importance of transparency in blockchain, blockchain trust and transparency, what makes blockchain transparent, transparency features of blockchain technology, why is blockchain secure, advantages of using transparent blockchain
By Idris Calloway 3/16/2026, 1:10:13 PM
Qualcomm (QCOM) Stock Receives Third Negative Analyst Call in 60 Days
Seaport downgrades Qualcomm (QCOM) to Sell with $100 target, warning of declining phone sales and Apple's complete exit from using QCOM processors. The post Qualcomm (QCOM) Stock Receives Third Negative Analyst Call in 60 Days appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/16/2026, 1:07:57 PM
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Sweeps Oscars Ahead of $81B Paramount (PSKY) Merger
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) stock gains after winning 11 Oscars including Best Picture, as the studio prepares for its $81B sale to Paramount (PSKY). The post Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Sweeps Oscars Ahead of $81B Paramount (PSKY) Merger appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/16/2026, 1:07:01 PM
Address Poisoning Scams Cost Ethereum Users $79.3 Million Over Two Years, Study Finds
Blockchain security experts flagged the threat across the chain after stablecoin transactions underscored fresh user risks.
By Aliyu Pokima 3/16/2026, 1:06:55 PM
Cardano (ADA) Recovery More Than Possible Now: 150% Volume Increase
Cardano is witnessing a solid increase in market activity, the much-needed factor for a proper recovery.
By Arman Shirinyan 3/16/2026, 1:03:00 PM
Bitmine buys 60,999 ether as Tom Lee touts crypto strength amid Iran war
The ether treasury firm now holds nearly 4.6 million ETH, while maintaining a $1.2 billion cash position despite ramping up acquisitions.
By Krisztian Sandor 3/16/2026, 1:02:16 PM
Bitcoin Price Roars Above $74,000 as Market Sentiment Improves
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Roars Above $74,000 as Market Sentiment Improves The Bitcoin price pushed above $74,000 early Monday morning. This post Bitcoin Price Roars Above $74,000 as Market Sentiment Improves first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
By Micah Zimmerman 3/16/2026, 1:02:13 PM
Michael Saylor’s Strategy buys $1.57 billion worth of Bitcoin
Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR) continues its aggressive Bitcoin (BTC) accumulation strategy, this time with a ten-digit purchase. The firm, led by … Continue reading The post Michael Saylor’s Strategy buys $1.57 billion worth of Bitcoin appeared first on Finbold.
By Marko 3/16/2026, 1:01:27 PM
Crypto Veteran and Shapeshift Founder Erik Voorhees Appears to Scoop up Nearly 25,000 ETH, Analysts Say
Onchain analysts say Shapeshift founder Erik Voorhees appears to be quietly rebuilding a sizable ethereum position—snapping up roughly $56.5 million worth of ETH over the weekend—though the activity has not been publicly confirmed by Voorhees himself. Onchain Data Shows Possible $56M ETH Accumulation by Crypto Veteran Erik Voorhees Blockchain data...
By Jamie Redman 3/16/2026, 1:00:16 PM
Bitcoin Shows Early Trend Reversal Signs After Major Support Hold
Bitcoin is showing early signs of recovery after firmly holding a major confluence support zone. The strong reaction from this level suggests that buyers have stepped in to absorb selling pressure. With the market beginning to stabilize, attention is now turning to whether this defense could mark the start of a broader bullish reversal. How...
By Godspower Owie 3/16/2026, 1:00:04 PM
Tom Lee Calls the Bottom: Why Bitmine Just Bought Another 61,000 ETH
The company's total stash is worth $11.5 billion, it said in a recent statement.
By Jordan Lyanchev 3/16/2026, 12:58:58 PM
This XRP rival skyrockets 15% in a week
Stellar (XLM) has, in the last week of trading, outperformed its biggest rival, XRP, with a 14.9% rally. Within the … Continue reading The post This XRP rival skyrockets 15% in a week appeared first on Finbold.
By Andreja Stojanovic 3/16/2026, 12:56:00 PM
Ethereum's Breakout Marks Altseason's Start, Hints Macroeconomist Henrik Zeberg
Henrik Zeberg predicts the beginning of an altseason, when altcoins will be able to reach new all-time highs.
By Yuri Molchan 3/16/2026, 12:56:00 PM
Metaplanet Raises $255 Million, Eyes $531 Million Bitcoin Buying Spree
Bitcoin Magazine Metaplanet Raises $255 Million, Eyes $531 Million Bitcoin Buying Spree Metaplanet raised $255M to expand their Bitcoin holdings, targeting 210,000 BTC and new ventures. This post Metaplanet Raises $255 Million, Eyes $531 Million Bitcoin Buying Spree first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
By Micah Zimmerman 3/16/2026, 12:55:42 PM
AeroVironment (AVAV) Stock Gains Ground Following 60 Minutes Laser Defense Showcase
AeroVironment (AVAV) stock gained 1.1% after CBS 60 Minutes featured its LOCUST laser drone defense system. Q3 backlog increased 47% year-over-year. The post AeroVironment (AVAV) Stock Gains Ground Following 60 Minutes Laser Defense Showcase appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/16/2026, 12:55:22 PM
South Korea fines Bithumb $24M, orders 6-month partial business suspension
Regulators found 6.65 million violations at Bithumb, including 45,772 crypto transfers involving 18 unregistered overseas VASPs.
By Ezra Reguerra 3/16/2026, 12:53:03 PM
Australian Regulator ASIC Cautions Young Investors on Social Media Financial Advice as Crypto Holdings Surge to 23%
ASIC alerts Gen Z investors about dangers of social media and AI financial advice as cryptocurrency ownership reaches 23% among young Australians. The post Australian Regulator ASIC Cautions Young Investors on Social Media Financial Advice as Crypto Holdings Surge to 23% appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 3/16/2026, 12:51:06 PM
U.S., UK, Canada start Operation Atlantic to disrupt crypto approval-phishing scams
International law enforcement effort targets approval-phishing schemes tied to crypto investment fraud.
By Olivier Acuna 3/16/2026, 12:50:36 PM
Bitcoin Price Hits $74K As Geopolitical Tensions Spike, Is BTC Poised For a Fresh Leg Down?
At the time of writing, Bitcoin (BTC) trades in the highs $73,000, outperforming both equities and gold in late‑quarter trading. A Late-Quarter Bitcoin Plot Twist Tensions around Iran and the Middle East are intensifying, yet BTC is rallying. According to a QCP Market Colour from today, we might be bracing for “a late-quarter plot twist” as not...
By James Halver 3/16/2026, 12:49:55 PM
Intuit (INTU) Doubles Down on Buybacks as CFO Calls Stock ‘Meaningfully Misaligned’
Intuit (INTU) accelerates its $3.5B buyback program and executives halt stock sales after a 33% YTD drop, with CFO calling it a market mispricing. The post Intuit (INTU) Doubles Down on Buybacks as CFO Calls Stock ‘Meaningfully Misaligned’ appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/16/2026, 12:48:24 PM
Bitcoin OG Erik Voorhees Now Scooping Up Ethereum “Like Crazy” After One-Year Hiatus
Erik Voorhees has returned to the crypto market with a strong focus on Ethereum after taking a one-year break.
By Brenda Ngari 3/16/2026, 12:48:00 PM
21Shares Crypto ETPs: Updated Key Price References
21Shares Updates Reference Prices for Bitcoin & Ethereum ETPs The post 21Shares Crypto ETPs: Updated Key Price References appeared first on Coinspeaker.
By Neil Mathew 3/16/2026, 12:45:35 PM
Will Bitcoin price reclaim $75,000 ahead of Fed rate decision?
Bitcoin price rallied to a 5-week high of $74,157 on Monday morning amid institutional and whale accumulation. Can the bellwether climb past the $75,000 psychological support level ahead of the Federal Reserve interest rate decision set to be revealed later…
By Rony Roy 3/16/2026, 12:44:00 PM
Metaplanet raises $255M and adds warrant structure for Bitcoin buys
Metaplanet raised $255 million and launched new warrants to fund more Bitcoin purchases as it pushes toward a 210,000 BTC treasury target.
By Zoltan Vardai 3/16/2026, 12:43:54 PM
-93% for XRP Price Unlikely: Ripple CTO Emeritus, Shiba Inu (SHIB) Activates 37% Upside Scenario, Most Bitcoin Analysts Strongly Bullish: Morning Crypto Report
Ripple's David Schwartz addresses XRP crash risks, while Shiba Inu (SHIB) eyes a 40% rally. See why Bitcoin analysts have shifted to a "Strong Buy" as BTC nears $74,000 and how upcoming Fed rate decisions could impact the market.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 3/16/2026, 12:43:00 PM
Dollar Tree (DLTR) Stock Slides on Weak Guidance Despite Q4 Earnings Win
Dollar Tree (DLTR) stock dropped 3.8% despite beating Q4 earnings estimates, as conservative Q1 and full-year guidance disappointed investors. The post Dollar Tree (DLTR) Stock Slides on Weak Guidance Despite Q4 Earnings Win appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/16/2026, 12:41:25 PM
How to track crypto whales: A comprehensive guide to market intelligence
TraderMap helps crypto traders to track whale activity as institutional capital continues shaping market price movements. In the cryptocurrency market, price action is rarely random. It is driven by “Whales”— institutional entities and high-net-worth individuals who possess the capital necessary…
By Samuel Msiska 3/16/2026, 12:41:19 PM
Bitcoin OG Erik Voorhees Buys Over 23,000 ETH as Ethereum Hits 6-Week High
Fresh accumulation is emerging in Ethereum markets as whales, builders, and ETF investors add millions despite earlier sales by Vitalik Buterin.
By Chayanika Deka 3/16/2026, 12:39:33 PM