a16z Crypto Raises $2B in Fifth Fund Despite Downturn
The post a16z Crypto Raises $2B in Fifth Fund Despite Downturn appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Andreessen Horowitz’s crypto‑focused venture arm, a16z Crypto, is raising its fifth fund with a target of about $2 billion, planning to close in the first half of 2026 amid a broader crypto downturn. The new fund is less than half the size of...
By Sohrab Khawas 3/5/2026, 8:09:10 AM
Bitcoin Price Surge Above $72K: Can BTC Reach $80K This Week?
The post Bitcoin Price Surge Above $72K: Can BTC Reach $80K This Week? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin price today traded above $71,000 after moving past a short-term resistance level, triggering a wave of liquidations that lifted the broader cryptocurrency market. The move comes as traders debate whether the market is shifting...
By Nidhi Kolhapur 3/5/2026, 8:03:20 AM
Bitcoin Reclaims $73,000 Amid Iran War Volatility, But Analyst Issues Key Warning
As the crypto markets rebounded on Wednesday, Bitcoin (BTC) bounced back from the recent selloff triggered by the escalating Middle East conflict, targeting a surge toward high levels. While some market observers see this as a sign of strength and potential bottoming, others warn that the rally could be short-lived. Related Reading: Bitcoin Leads...
By Rubmar Garcia 3/5/2026, 8:00:20 AM
Solana and XRP price prediction ahead of U.S. employment report for February
Solana and XRP are holding key technical levels as traders prepare for the release of the February U.S. employment report, a major macro event that could influence risk sentiment across financial markets, including cryptocurrencies. Investors closely watch the U.S. nonfarm…
By Ann Maria Shibu 3/5/2026, 7:52:08 AM
Bitcoin traders, alert: The rally is nearing a two-year 'make or break' price zone
The cryptocurrency traders near key price zone that has marked major turning points over the past two years.
By Omkar Godbole 3/5/2026, 7:49:00 AM
Bitcoin Pioneer Nick Szabo Warns Against Using Blockchain for Messages
Is Bitcoin a 'free market' or a financials-only technology? Nick Szabo expressed his opinion on the matter, arguing that using blockchain for anything other than transactions is a potential regulatory trap.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 3/5/2026, 7:49:00 AM
Anthropic reopens Pentagon talks as tech groups push Trump to drop risk tag: FT
Anthropic previously secured a $200 million Pentagon contract, and its AI has been used in classified operations, including support for US air strikes on Iran, the Financial Times reports.
By Amin Haqshanas 3/5/2026, 7:47:39 AM
1inch Network Token (1INCH) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is a Massive DeFi Comeback Ahead?
The post 1inch Network Token (1INCH) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is a Massive DeFi Comeback Ahead? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of 1 Inch network crypto is . 1inch Network token is consolidating near historic lows in 2026, but strong DeFi adoption and protocol upgrades could drive a recovery toward...
By Yash Jain 3/5/2026, 7:45:38 AM
Chainlink Powers ANZ’s Cross-Chain Settlement for Regulated Digital Assets Under HKMA Rules
TLDR: Chainlink CCIP enables secure e-HKD transfers across jurisdictions for Delivery vs. Payment transactions. The Digital Transfer Agent automates tokenized fund issuance with real-time on-chain NAV data retrieval. Chainlink’s ACE verifies identity in real time while keeping personal data completely off-chain. ANZ’s DASChain connects to Ethereum...
By Brenda Mary 3/5/2026, 7:45:11 AM
Cardano’s 40% USDC Supply Jump Sparks DeFi Boom
A genuine growth rather than a mechanical adjustment? Cardano’s stablecoin TVL expands 40% in a week. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 3/5/2026, 7:45:00 AM
Crypto Market Today: Bitcoin Price Holds Near $72K Amid Global Uncertainty
The post Crypto Market Today: Bitcoin Price Holds Near $72K Amid Global Uncertainty appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin is trading around $72,000 after rebounding from levels near $67,000, showing strong movement on the daily chart. The broader crypto market is seeing increased activity, with Bitcoin maintaining a large share of the...
By Sohrab Khawas 3/5/2026, 7:38:01 AM
Bitcoin Remains in 'Extreme Fear' Territory Despite Relief Rally
Bitcoin has staged a powerful relief rally over the last 48 hours, surging nearly 8% to test the $73,000 mark.
By Alex Dovbnya 3/5/2026, 7:36:04 AM
Bitcoin’s Next Big Price Targets Revealed as Analysts Expect Fresh Rally
Bitcoin is currently fightining with a crucial resistance level that could lead to new substantial gains if reclaimed.
By Jordan Lyanchev 3/5/2026, 7:31:50 AM
AI Models Overwhelmingly Choose Bitcoin as Preferred Monetary Instrument
A large-scale experiment found that nearly half of frontier AI model responses selected bitcoin as their preferred monetary instrument. The study also revealed a clear split: bitcoin for long-term savings, stablecoins for everyday payments. Frontier AI Agents Prefer Bitcoin Over Fiat A new blank-slate experiment testing how AI models reason about...
By Emmanuel Musa 3/5/2026, 7:30:07 AM
X Money Reveals First Images, Elon Musk Responds to Potential Crypto Integration
The X Money service from X (formerly Twitter) has officially revealed its first images, attracting significant attention from the technology and financial communities. The beta launch of X Money marks an important step in the plan to transform X into a financial super-app. It has also sparked speculation about crypto integration. Elon Musk...
By Nhat Hoang 3/5/2026, 7:28:09 AM
Crypto OG Loses $24M In Suspected Address Poisoning Attack – PeckShield
The post Crypto OG Loses $24M In Suspected Address Poisoning Attack – PeckShield appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A major security breach has shocked the crypto community after a wallet linked to an early crypto participant and NFT collector, sillytuna, lost roughly $24 million worth of aETHUSDC in what analysts believe to be an address...
By Rizwan Ansari 3/5/2026, 7:20:53 AM
Market analyst Owen Lau says new crypto rally ‘has legs’
The latest cryptocurrency rally could still have significant momentum, according to analyst Owen Lau, who said the market’s recent surge is supported by improving policy developments and stronger institutional participation. Bitcoin surge may extend as policy tailwinds grow: Owen Lau…
By Ann Maria Shibu 3/5/2026, 7:18:59 AM
Justin Sun-backed Tron Inc. adds $50K in TRX to treasury
Tron Inc.'s growing TRX treasury could enhance investor confidence and influence the broader crypto market's perception of TRX's value. The post Justin Sun-backed Tron Inc. adds $50K in TRX to treasury appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 3/5/2026, 7:12:20 AM
XRPL.to Rebuilds Platform Into Unified XRPL DEX With Tokens and NFTs
TLDR: XRPL.to launches rebuilt XRPL DEX platform combining token trading, NFTs, analytics, and developer APIs. Platform introduces charts, risk analysis, and address-level trade tracking across XRPL token markets. Token launcher adds anti-snipe protection, bundled distribution, and referral-driven launch tools. XRPL.to API suite includes over 200...
By Brenda Mary 3/5/2026, 7:08:15 AM
Ethereum price prediction: $2,500 in focus as OI spike amid Vitalik’s calls for scaling
Ethereum rally above $2,100 follows a sharp spike in open interest. A break above the resistance at $2,175 could open the path toward $2,500. Large ETH withdrawals from exchanges point to tightening supply. Ethereum has climbed above the $2,100 after a strong daily rally that pushed the asset higher amid renewed interest in derivatives markets....
By Charles Thuo 3/5/2026, 7:03:09 AM
Kraken Becomes First Crypto Firm To Gain Access To Federal Reserve’s Master Accounts – Report
Kraken, the US’s second-largest crypto exchange, has reportedly secured access to the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) core payment systems, marking a significant milestone as the first crypto firm to operate on the same infrastructure utilized by thousands of banks and credit unions. Related Reading: South Korea To Review Seized Crypto Custody Practices...
By Rubmar Garcia 3/5/2026, 7:00:56 AM
Why Has Kraken’s Fed Master Account Fueled New Hopes for Ripple and XRP?
The post Why Has Kraken’s Fed Master Account Fueled New Hopes for Ripple and XRP? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The cryptocurrency industry has reached an important moment after crypto exchange Kraken secured access to a Federal Reserve master account, marking the first time a digital asset company has achieved such integration with the...
By Debashree Patra 3/5/2026, 7:00:41 AM
XRP Price Retests Decade-Old Trendline That Previously Triggered 630%+ Rallies
The XRP price returned to a technical level that, historically, has defined some of its most explosive rallies. After enduring a sharp 62% correction that culminated in a drop toward $1.10 on February 6, the token is once again testing its long-term ascending support trendline. Amid this, the broader crypto market has shown signs of recovery this...
By Ronaldo Marquez 3/5/2026, 7:00:02 AM
Cardano Price Warning Flashes — Is the 10% ADA Rally Masking a Rising Sell Wave?
Cardano price has rebounded alongside the broader crypto market, rising about 5% in the past 24 hours. The move has helped the token recover nearly 10% from its March 4 low, offering short-term relief after weeks of weakness. However, the rebound does not fully resolve the structural risks surrounding the asset. A weakening technical structure,...
By Ananda Banerjee 3/5/2026, 7:00:00 AM
Eric Trump calls banks opposing stablecoin yields ‘anti-American’
Eric Trump has accused major U.S. banks of lobbying aggressively against crypto platforms offering higher yields to consumers, escalating tensions between the traditional financial sector and the digital asset industry. Eric Trump accuses big banks of lobbying against crypto yields…
By Ann Maria Shibu 3/5/2026, 6:56:34 AM
SEC Moves Closer to Crypto Clarity With New Proposal
The post SEC Moves Closer to Crypto Clarity With New Proposal appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has submitted a proposal to federal regulators explaining how existing U.S. securities laws could apply to certain crypto assets and related transactions. The interpretation is currently under...
By Sohrab Khawas 3/5/2026, 6:49:21 AM
Store, Trade, Earn, Spend: How ULTIMA Turned Crypto Into Everyday Finance
The post Store, Trade, Earn, Spend: How ULTIMA Turned Crypto Into Everyday Finance appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News ULTIMA has built an interconnected crypto financial ecosystem, including a wallet, trading bots, DeFi, debit cards, and its own marketplace, operating in 120 countries and serving more than 2.8 million users. Most...
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Ordinals (ORDI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Can ORDI Surge 100x Again?
The post Ordinals (ORDI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Can ORDI Surge 100x Again? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of the Ordi token is . ORDI price is consolidating in the $1–$5 demand zone after a 95% drop from $95. A breakout above $5 could trigger a rally toward $10 and possibly $30 if market...
By Yash Jain 3/5/2026, 6:43:12 AM
Goldman Sachs and Coinbase CEOs Converge on Tokenized Equities as the Next Frontier
TLDR: Stablecoin volume hit $30T last year, forming the blueprint Armstrong cites for tokenized equity growth. Over $200B in tokenized assets now live on-chain, with Ethereum holding more than 60% of that total. Tokenized equities could unlock 24/7 trading, fractional shares, and smart contract-based governance rules. Goldman Sachs CEO David...
By Brenda Mary 3/5/2026, 6:38:57 AM
Coinbase, Microsoft and Europol dismantle Tycoon 2FA phishing network
Crypto exchange Coinbase teamed up with Microsoft and Europol to take down phishing-as-a-service platform Tycoon 2FA. In a Wednesday announcement, Coinbase said that it helped trace blockchain-based transactions linked to the platform, and as a result, law enforcement was able…
By Rony Roy 3/5/2026, 6:37:58 AM
Bitcoin price prediction: Can $155M ETF inflows extend the rally?
Bitcoin is regaining bullish momentum after a week of geopolitical-driven volatility, with fresh inflows into spot exchange-traded funds helping support the latest price rebound. Data from SoSoValue shows that Bitcoin ETFs recorded about $155 million in daily net inflows, reversing…
By Ann Maria Shibu 3/5/2026, 6:36:50 AM
Dogecoin Price Jumps as Altcoin Sentiment Flips: Is a DOGE Price Breakout Coming?
The post Dogecoin Price Jumps as Altcoin Sentiment Flips: Is a DOGE Price Breakout Coming? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Dogecoin price is once again drawing attention across the crypto market. The meme coin climbed sharply over the past 24 hours, pushing toward the $0.095–$0.10 range as trading activity across major exchanges increased...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 3/5/2026, 6:31:21 AM
Can Ethereum price reclaim $2,400 as it eyes a bullish reversal amid market recovery?
Ethereum bulls pushed its price to nearly $2,200 on Thursday amid a market-wide recovery. According to data from crypto.news, Ethereum (ETH) price rallied over 11% to a 4-week high of $2,192. Ethereum price rallied amid a broader market recovery led…
By Rony Roy 3/5/2026, 6:29:46 AM
Ether, solana, xrp surge 8% as crypto markets rally on easing war fears
Ether surged 7.5%, dogecoin jumped 7.5%, and solana added 5.3% as global equities rebounded and $700 million flowed into U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs since the start of March.
By Shaurya Malwa 3/5/2026, 6:29:26 AM
Crypto stocks rally as Trump, regulators signal pro-crypto policy shift
Bitcoin has jumped as well, increasing 7.6% in the last 24 hours, while Ether is up more than 8.3% to trade at $2,132.
By Stephen Katte 3/5/2026, 6:28:01 AM
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Why Is the Crypto Market Up Today? [Live Updates] March 5, 2026
The post Why Is the Crypto Market Up Today? [Live Updates] March 5, 2026 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News March 5, 2026 06:10:37 UTC Bitcoin Rebound Signals Start of New Bull Market Bitcoin appears to have found its lowest level for 2026 after dropping about 52% from its all-time high to around $60,000. Some analysts who expected prices to...
By Nidhi Kolhapur 3/5/2026, 6:20:04 AM
Trump Locks In $150M Venezuela Gold Deal While Markets Watch Iran
TLDR: Venezuela’s Minerven will ship up to 1,000 kg of gold to US refineries under a new Trump-brokered deal. Trafigura is acting as intermediary, shepherding the gold under a separate US government arrangement. The contract requires 98% final gold purity, with the total deal value estimated above $150 million. The deal marks the third reported...
By Brenda Mary 3/5/2026, 6:19:56 AM
Zerohash Joins National Trust Bank Charter Race with Latest Application
Zerohash, a blockchain infrastructure provider, has applied for a National Trust Bank Charter with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), joining a growing list of crypto firms seeking federal licensing. Stephen Gardner, the Chief Legal and Compliance Officer at Zerohash, noted that applying for a charter was a logical progression...
By Kamina Bashir 3/5/2026, 6:19:20 AM
Google uncovers iOS exploit kit used in crypto phishing attacks
Researchers say fake crypto websites deployed an iOS exploit kit capable of stealing wallet seed phrases and other financial data.
By Jesse Coghlan 3/5/2026, 6:17:42 AM
Altcoin chatter sinks to 2-year low as Bitcoin holds attention
While altcoin interest on social media is at its lowest in 24 months, it could pick up again once Bitcoin’s rally starts to fade, according to crypto trader Michaël van de Poppe.
By Ciaran Lyons 3/5/2026, 6:15:13 AM
Bitcoin trading firm suggests a bullish trade with a key financing twist
The strategy aims to build upside exposure in March and April while minimizing upfront cost.
By Omkar Godbole 3/5/2026, 6:12:55 AM
Trader offers 10% bounty after claiming violent $24M crypto robbery
A cryptocurrency holder has claimed that attackers stole roughly $24 million in a crypto robbery following a violent assault, with blockchain security analysts now tracking the movement of the funds on-chain. $24M crypto robbery linked to address poisoning In a…
By Ann Maria Shibu 3/5/2026, 6:10:00 AM
Crypto Trader Loses $24M in Violent Attack
The post Crypto Trader Loses $24M in Violent Attack appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A crypto trader known as Sillytuna was reportedly violently extorted, resulting in the theft of about $23.6 million in aEthUSDC from his wallet. Blockchain tracking shows the attacker quickly converted most of the stolen funds into around $20.34 million in...
By Sohrab Khawas 3/5/2026, 6:08:46 AM
No Disclosure, No Pay: X Weaponizes Monetization Against Synthetic War Hoaxes
X has introduced a strict new policy targeting the spread of artificial intelligence-generated war misinformation by hitting creators where it hurts: their wallets. The Role of Community Notes Social media platform X has announced a major revision to its creator revenue-sharing policies, targeting artificial intelligence-generated videos of armed...
By Terence Zimwara 3/5/2026, 6:03:03 AM
Bitcoin tops $72,000 as ETFs pull $155 million, extending two week inflow streak
U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs added another $155 Million on Wednesday, continuing a two week run of institutional inflows even as Glassnode warns underlying demand remains fragile.
By Sam Reynolds 3/5/2026, 6:02:56 AM
OKX Says Australia Could Unlock $24B Digital Finance Boom With Faster Crypto Rules
Research says outdated financial rules could cost Australia billions in tokenisation-driven productivity gains over the next decade. The post OKX Says Australia Could Unlock $24B Digital Finance Boom With Faster Crypto Rules appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 3/5/2026, 6:01:36 AM
Bitwise Cuts $233K Check to Bitcoin Devs Using BITB ETF Profits
TLDR: Bitwise donated $233K from BITB profits to Bitcoin nonprofits in its second annual giving cycle. BITB now manages $2.7B in assets, directly increasing the size of this year’s developer donation. Brink, OpenSats, and HRF’s Bitcoin Fund split the contribution across open-source development grants. Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says BITB is the only...
By Brenda Mary 3/5/2026, 6:00:55 AM
US Should Act On Bitcoin, Not Just Praise It, Ex-Advisor To Trump Says
The US government is sitting on roughly 378,372 Bitcoin worth more than $24 billion, according to data from Arkham Research. Yet more than a year after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, no new Bitcoin has been purchased. Related Reading: Iran’s Crypto Market Shaken As Outflows Skyrocket...
By Christian Encila 3/5/2026, 6:00:46 AM
From 240B To 7B: Decoding The Massive Velocity Slump Paralyzing XRP Trading Activity On Binance
XRP has remained under sustained pressure as it struggles to reclaim the $1.50 level, reflecting a broader slowdown in market participation across several major altcoins. In recent weeks, price action has lacked momentum, with rebounds proving short-lived as liquidity conditions remain fragile and investor activity continues to decline. While...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 3/5/2026, 6:00:36 AM
Paris Blockchain Week 2026: Why This One Actually Matters
Paris—where finance, power, and politics converge—sets the global stage for the future of digital assets. As Europe boldly advances from dialogue to decisive action, leading the charge in regulation, integration, and real-world deployment, Paris Blockchain Week takes its place at the epicentre of this revolution. Join PBW on April 15–16, 2026, and...
By Bitcoin.com 3/5/2026, 6:00:14 AM