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 […]
By Jamie Redman 3/21/2026, 2:02:01 AM
Grayscale Predicts 18x Upside For Zcash If This Happens
Grayscale is making a case for Zcash as the most credible challenger to Bitcoin’s dominance in the digital currency segment, arguing that a relatively small shift in market share could translate into outsized upside for the privacy-focused asset. In a March 18 research note, Zach Pandl, Grayscale’s Head of Research, frames the opportunity in stark...
By Jake Simmons 3/21/2026, 2:00:56 AM
Bitcoin Holds At $69,000— Glassnode Data Shows What To Expect Through Late March
Bitcoin (BTC) has settled back into the familiar consolidation band between roughly $65,000 and $74,000 after a short-lived attempt to clear higher resistance walls at around $76,000 earlier in the week failed. Trading around $69,000 at the time of writing, on-chain analytics from Glassnode and market commentary from analysts suggest the market is...
By Ronaldo Marquez 3/21/2026, 1:00:36 AM
Here’s Why The Bitcoin Price Fell Below The $70,000 Level Again
With the cryptocurrency market turning extremely bearish again, Bitcoin (BTC) saw a sharp pullback that brought its price below the $70,000 mark, a zone that had previously acted as a strong support. The pullback below the level was no coincidence as recent news about macro events rocked the market, causing BTC to lose its newfound […]
By Godspower Owie 3/21/2026, 1:00:24 AM
Grayscale files S-1 for Hyperliquid ETF, joining Bitwise, 21Shares
Unlike Bitwise, Grayscale doesn’t plan to incorporate staking for its Hyperliquid ETF but hasn’t ruled out integrating it in the future.
By Brayden Lindrea 3/21/2026, 12:36:00 AM
Solana Foundation President Lily Liu sparks debate over relevance of Web3 gaming
Solana (SOL) Foundation President Lily Liu stirred mixed reactions on Friday following a controversial statement suggesting that "gaming on a blockchain is not coming back."
By N/A 3/21/2026, 12:14:22 AM
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...
By Kevin Helms 3/21/2026, 12:11:54 AM
OpenAI Drops IH-Challenge Dataset to Harden AI Against Prompt Injection Attacks
OpenAI's new IH-Challenge training dataset improves LLM instruction hierarchy by up to 15%, strengthening defenses against prompt injection and jailbreak attempts. (Read More)
By N/A 3/21/2026, 12:05:53 AM
Crypto Market Review: 3 Key XRP Levels Just Collided, Critical Shiba Inu (SHIB) Test for Upcoming Resistance, Ethereum (ETH) Might Lose $2,000 Next Week
Despite taking a solid hit, the market is not yet ready to give up as multiple assets test local resistances once more.
By Arman Shirinyan 3/21/2026, 12:01:00 AM
Over Half A Billion Dollars Wiped Out As Bitcoin Locks In At $70,000
Whale wallets quietly shifted to buying mode over the past two weeks — even as the broader crypto market absorbed one of its worst single-day liquidation events in recent memory. Related Reading: Bitcoin Stalls Near $75K As Traders Move Coins To Exchanges A Massive Options Expiry Freezes The Price Friday’s settlement of Deribit’s March options...
By Christian Encila 3/21/2026, 12:00:34 AM
Chainlink Maxi Shares Why LINK Is A Better Institutional Bet Than XRP
Chainlink Maxi Zach Rynes has ignited fierce debate across the crypto community after sharing a pointed critique of XRP and Ripple, drawing significant backlash from supporters and former executives. The ambassador has framed Chainlink’s native token LINK as the superior institutional play, labeling XRP a ghost chain. He also criticizes Ripple’s...
By Scott Matherson 3/21/2026, 12:00:12 AM
XRP, Ethereum, Others Get SEC Shock: Analyst Says $4.7 Trillion Has Been Unlocked
XRP and Ethereum have moved to the center of a major regulatory shift in the United States, after fresh signals from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) triggered claims that up to $4.7 trillion in capital may now be unlocked for the crypto market. XRP, Ethereum Lead As Analyst Points To SEC Policy Reversal […]
By Sandra White 3/20/2026, 11:00:52 PM
Pundit Shares Everything To Understand About Bitcoin, ‘This Cycle IS Different’
A crypto analyst has broken down everything investors and traders need to know about the current Bitcoin (BTC) cycle. In his post, the pundit argued that the present cycle is different. He explained that the widely followed four-year cycle theory is fundamentally flawed, suggesting that a far more reliable framework exists for understanding where...
By Scott Matherson 3/20/2026, 11:00:14 PM
Crypto ETFs Struggle Again: Bitcoin Loses $90 Million, Ether $136 Million
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 […]
By Emmanuel Musa 3/20/2026, 10:46:30 PM
Activate Once, Earn Forever — Bitcoin Everlight Shards Give You Real BTC from Day One
Most crypto passive income strategies in 2026 require active monitoring, platform trust, or rewards paid in tokens you're already holding. Bitcoin Everlight's shard model is activate once, earn from that moment forward — in BTCL during presale, in native BTC after launch.
By Maya Collins 3/20/2026, 10:06:27 PM
DraftKings and ZunaBet: Two Platforms, Two Directions for Online Gambling
The online gambling conversation used to revolve around a small group of major operators. DraftKings, along with a few other household names, dominated headlines, advertising, and player sign-ups. That has not changed entirely, but something else is happening alongside it. A growing number of players are actively searching for crypto-native...
By Michelle DG 3/20/2026, 10:00:53 PM
Ethereum Exchange Inflows Signal Shift: Whales Reduce Selling Pressure
Ethereum is trading around the $2,150 level as volatility persists across the broader cryptocurrency market, reflecting a phase of uncertainty following recent price swings. While the asset has managed to stabilize near current levels, momentum remains fragile, with traders closely monitoring whether demand can sustain a recovery or if further...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 3/20/2026, 10:00:35 PM
Trump-Backed American Bitcoin Accumulates $450M BTC, Enters Top 20 Treasury Holders
American Bitcoin, the Trump family-backed mining venture, is rapidly emerging as a significant player in the Bitcoin ecosystem, now holding approximately $450 million in BTC. With a treasury of 6,899 BTC, the company has climbed to become the 16th largest Bitcoin-holding corporate entity globally, surpassing several established industry...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 3/20/2026, 10:00:33 PM
Kiyosaki sees Bitcoin at $750k, Ethereum at $95k in post-crash world
Robert Kiyosaki says an imminent “biggest financial bubble in history” will end in a crash that sends Bitcoin to $750k and Ethereum to $95k within a year, even as critics doubt his methods. Robert Kiyosaki, the author of Rich Dad Poor…
By Andrew Folkler 3/20/2026, 10:00:00 PM
Stellar’s XLM Price Has a Habit: Sudden Re-Ratings, Then Long Drift
XLM doesn’t usually climb in a smooth, fundamental-driven trend. Its history looks like a series of sudden “re-ratings” on specific catalysts. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 3/20/2026, 9:55:00 PM
Bitcoin Realized Losses Hit Extremes While Supply Remains Frozen
Some weaker participants are exiting the Bitcoin market while the more inert mass of holders remains passive, Adler Jr. observed in his latest analysis.
By Chayanika Deka 3/20/2026, 9:35:45 PM
Rumors emerge of a CLARITY Act deal between White House and lawmakers
The deal reportedly focuses on stablecoin yield and interest-bearing stable tokens, a major pain point for the banking industry.
By Vince Quill 3/20/2026, 9:31:14 PM
VanEck Flags Stagflation Risk as Iran Crisis Sparks Market Sell-Off
Geopolitical shocks from Iran conflict and weak jobs data trigger broad U.S. equity retreat. Oil surges past $98 as Strait of Hormuz disruption threatens 20% of global supply. (Read More)
By N/A 3/20/2026, 9:30:29 PM
Cash Dubai Crude Breaks $170 as Physical Oil Market Signals Acute Supply Shock
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 […]
By Jamie Redman 3/20/2026, 9:27:11 PM
CLARITY Act Heading To Senate Vote April 14–20 As Lawmakers Strike Stablecoin Deal
Lawmakers signaled a major advance Wednesday toward passing the long-awaited CLARITY Act, the bill intended to create a clearer market-structure framework for cryptocurrencies in the United States. Tentative Stablecoin Deal Politico reported that key senators have reached a tentative agreement with the White House on language meant to bridge a...
By Ronaldo Marquez 3/20/2026, 9:18:15 PM
Coinbase launches perpetual stock futures for non-US customers
Coinbase (COIN) has launched stock perpetual futures trading for eligible non-US retail and institutional customers, offering leveraged exposure to major US equities and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), the exchange stated in a blog post on Friday.
By N/A 3/20/2026, 9:15:42 PM
Grayscale eyes Hyperliquid with new HYPE ETF filing
Grayscale files S-1 for spot HYPE ETF that would hold Hyperliquids native token and seek to list on Nasdaq under ticker GHYP. The post Grayscale eyes Hyperliquid with new HYPE ETF filing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 3/20/2026, 9:12:48 PM
Britain’s bond panic is currently making the case for Bitcoin many people seem to have forgetten
Britain’s bond scare is reopening a question Bitcoin was built for – moments when trust in sovereign debt and monetary management starts to crack. Britain’s fiscal squeeze turned sharper after official borrowing data showed February public sector net borrowing hit £14.3 billion, up £2.2 billion from a year earlier and the second-highest February...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 3/20/2026, 9:05:50 PM
XRP Faces Make-Or-Break Moment — $1.55 Holds The Key
XRP is approaching a critical turning point as price action tightens near a key resistance zone. The $1.55 level now stands as the defining barrier, with a breakout potentially signaling a stronger recovery, while continued rejection could reinforce downside pressure. The $1.54 Level Comes Back Into Focus XRP has managed to climb back into a key...
By Godspower Owie 3/20/2026, 9:00:27 PM
Morgan Stanley Drops Bitcoin ETF Bombshell, Who’s Really Behind The Buying?
Morgan Stanley’s head of digital assets strategy, Amy Oldenburg, has said that Bitcoin ETF adoption is still in its early stages. This comes as the Wall Street giant also looks to offer a BTC ETF, two years after the first funds launched. Morgan Stanley Exec Says Bitcoin ETF Adoption Still In Early Stages Speaking at […]
By Scott Matherson 3/20/2026, 9:00:12 PM
$13b flowed into crypto through institutional rails beyond ETF headlines
While ETF outflows grabbed attention, about $13b quietly moved into crypto via OTC, prime brokerage, and private funds, showing institutional demand runs deeper than ETF dashboards. While Bitcoin (BTC) spot ETF outflows dominated market commentary this week — including a…
By Andrew Folkler 3/20/2026, 9:00:00 PM
Bitcoin Price Holds $71K Amid Early Holder Sell-Off as playnance G Coin Launches on MEXC
Bitcoin Price Prediction 2026: $71K Holds as Early Holders Exit, Last Million BTC Enters 114-Year Issuance Era, While playnance G Coin Builds Momentum on MEXC
By Maya Collins 3/20/2026, 8:58:56 PM
Bitcoin price aims to hold $70K amid rising inflation concerns
Bitcoin searches for equilibrium at $70,000 while rising crude oil prices and tanking stock markets have investors worried over the future of inflation in the US.
By Antonio Oliveira 3/20/2026, 8:56:20 PM
Ethereum Weekly Price Forecast: Early bullish momentum fades as Iran war weighs on markets
Ethereum (ETH) has returned to a familiar zone around $2,100 on Friday after retreating from $2,390, its highest level since early February.
By N/A 3/20/2026, 8:45:46 PM
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...
By Sergio Goschenko 3/20/2026, 8:33:43 PM
Peter Schiff's Nightmare: Bitcoin Holding Steady as Gold Crashes
Bitcoin is increasingly challenging gold’s status as the world’s premier store of value, decoupling from a massive sell-off in precious metals that has seen gold drop more than $1,100 from its February peak.
By Alex Dovbnya 3/20/2026, 8:30:39 PM
Eid Crypto Trends: Bitcoin Holds Near $70K as Seasonal Patterns Reappear
TLDR: Bitcoin trades near $70K ahead of Eid 2026, aligning with recent consolidation ranges. Historical Eid periods show mixed outcomes despite recurring increases in trading activity. Market participation often rises during Eid due to higher liquidity and festive spending. Price movements during Eid reflect broader cycles rather than fixed...
By Brenda Mary 3/20/2026, 8:29:34 PM
$6 Billion in XRP Leaves Binance As Analyst Warns Of Looming “Supply Shock”
XRP may be nearing a structural supply crunch, according to Cheeky Crypto's new analysis highlighting a sharp drawdown in Binance’s reserves. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 3/20/2026, 8:26:00 PM
$56,000 Bitcoin Price Floor Could be Used as Launchpad for the Next Bull Market
Bitcoin could eventually settle for a $56,000-$60,000 price floor for this cycle, a popular crypto analyst proposed.
By Talha Arshad 3/20/2026, 8:24:50 PM
Ledger Appoints John Andrews as CFO, Opens New York Office Amid U.S. Expansion Push
TLDR: John Andrews joins Ledger as CFO, bringing 25+ years of finance experience and Circle’s IPO background. Ledger opens a New York office as part of a multi-million-dollar investment to grow its U.S. institutional base. Ledger secures over 20% of the world’s crypto and more than 30% of retail-held dollar stablecoins globally. Ledger is...
By Brenda Mary 3/20/2026, 8:14:44 PM
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...
By Kevin Helms 3/20/2026, 8:13:03 PM
Google Threat Intel flags 'Ghostblade' crypto-stealing malware
Ghostblade is one of six malware tools in the "DarkSword" suite of malicious software designed to steal crypto private keys and user data.
By Vince Quill 3/20/2026, 8:10:00 PM
Sam Bankman-Fried's past political cash gives AI PAC fuel for bashing NY candidate Bores
A mailer from Think Big PAC told voters that the Democratic U.S. House candidate once got $100,000 in support from the former head of failed global exchange FTX.
By Margaux Nijkerk 3/20/2026, 8:03:00 PM
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...
By Media 3/20/2026, 8:00:39 PM
FBI Warns Tron Users: Fake Federal Token Is Draining Personal Data
Scammers have already hit more than 700 crypto wallets — some holding over a million dollars in stablecoins — with a phishing scheme disguised as a federal law enforcement action. Related Reading: Crypto Crackdown Intensifies: Canada Revokes 47 Licenses A Scam Built On Fear The operation targets users of the Tron blockchain. Criminals mint a […]
By Christian Encila 3/20/2026, 8:00:23 PM
XRP Analyst Says Don’t Get Ahead Of Yourself Until This Level Is Broken
XRP’s rebound to $1.50 over the past few days has given bulls something to work with, but one analyst is warning that the market may be celebrating too early. Recent price data show XRP pushed into the mid-$1.50s and even tagged $1.60 this week before momentum cooled again. However, a crypto analyst who goes by the name Guy on the Earth on the...
By Scott Matherson 3/20/2026, 8:00:15 PM
Crypto Biz: Institutions aren’t waiting for the bottom
Nearly three-quarters of institutional investors plan to increase their digital asset allocations this year, with Bitcoin, Ether, stablecoins and tokenized assets seeing the most interest.
By Sam Bourgi 3/20/2026, 8:00:00 PM
Nvidia stock falls below 200-day moving average for first time in a year
Nvidia fell below its 200-day moving average after GTC as oil, inflation, and rate fears pressured tech and the broader market. The post Nvidia stock falls below 200-day moving average for first time in a year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 3/20/2026, 7:59:29 PM
Ledger hires ex-Circle exec as CFO, opens NYC office to expand US business
Ledger names John Andrews as chief financial officer and opens a New York office to expand its US operations and institutional business.
By Nate Kostar 3/20/2026, 7:56:52 PM
White House Reaches Tentative Crypto Regulatory Agreement: Report
Bitcoin Magazine White House Reaches Tentative Crypto Regulatory Agreement: Report Key senators and the White House have reached a tentative agreement on crypto legislation to resolve a dispute between banks and digital asset firms. This post White House Reaches Tentative Crypto Regulatory Agreement: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and...
By Micah Zimmerman 3/20/2026, 7:52:28 PM