Paramount to acquire Warner Bros in $110B deal after Netflix steps aside
Paramount Skydance to acquire Warner Bros Discovery in $110B deal as PSKY jumps 20% and Netflix rises 13%. The post Paramount to acquire Warner Bros in $110B deal after Netflix steps aside appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 2/27/2026, 8:22:41 PM
US Job Cuts Surge to Highest Level Since Pandemic as AI Reshapes the Workforce
TLDR: Over 1.17 million US job cuts were announced in the past year, the highest total recorded since the COVID-19 pandemic era. The US government led all sectors with 317,000 cuts, followed by UPS at 78,000 and Amazon with 30,000 job reductions. Companies openly state that AI tools allow smaller teams to handle the same [...] The post US Job Cuts...
By Brenda Mary 2/27/2026, 8:18:41 PM
Crypto Biz: A Bitcoin treasury shareholder revolt
Bitcoin treasury companies face investor backlash as stablecoin issuers post strong earnings and legacy payment giants navigate mounting pressure.
By Sam Bourgi 2/27/2026, 8:16:27 PM
SBI Holdings is dangling XRP to sell a plain three year bond, but the numbers show how small
Japan's SBI Holdings will issue a ¥10 billion retail bond on March 24, but the story is the XRP perk dangled in front of buyers, conditional on opening an account at SBI VC Trade and completing receipt procedures by noon on May 11. Pricing drops on March 10, subscription runs from March 11-23, and secondary […] The post SBI Holdings is dangling...
By Gino Matos 2/27/2026, 8:15:47 PM
Alchemy introduces autonomous payment rails for AI agents on Base
The system enables AI agents to automatically pay for blockchain data and compute credits in USDC, as autonomous crypto applications gain traction.
By Nate Kostar 2/27/2026, 8:15:31 PM
Block Earnings Jump as Square Eyes AI-Driven Growth
TLDR Block reported fourth-quarter operating income of $485 million and raised its 2026 gross profit forecast to $12.2 billion. Block reduced its workforce to under 6,000 employees as it shifts to a smaller and flatter structure. Jack Dorsey said the company aims to reach more than 2 million dollars in gross profit per employee. Block [...] The...
By Maxwell Mutuma 2/27/2026, 8:11:28 PM
Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations
Bitcoin Magazine Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations Senate Democrats are urging the DOJ and Treasury to investigate Binance over ties to Iran sanctions violations. This post Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations first appeared...
By Micah Zimmerman 2/27/2026, 8:07:35 PM
XRP Ledger Foundation Quietly Fixes ‘Critical’ Bug That Could Have Drained User Funds
The XRP Ledger Foundation has announced that it fixed a critical vulnerability in a pending amendment of Ripple’s XRP Ledger.
By Brenda Ngari 2/27/2026, 8:05:17 PM
Vitalik Buterin Hits Pause On Ether Selling Spree — Strong ETH Recovery Rally Incoming?
Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, allocated 17,000 Ether — worth around $45 million at the time — to fund privacy-focused initiatives.
By Brenda Ngari 2/27/2026, 8:01:50 PM
Russia Crypto Rollout Faces Tight Curbs Before Launch
TLDR Russia plans to launch regulated cryptocurrency trading once lawmakers approve the new digital asset framework. Moscow Exchange will offer Bitcoin and Ethereum trading to non-professional investors under a centralized model. Qualified investors will gain access to Solana, selected stablecoins, and crypto-related derivatives. Draft legislation...
By Maxwell Mutuma 2/27/2026, 8:01:10 PM
Trump Media Eyes Truth Social Split After Bitcoin Moves
TLDR Trump Media announced plans to spin off Truth Social into a separate public entity called SpinCo. The company said SpinCo would merge with Texas Ventures III under the proposed transaction. Trump Media plans to distribute shares of the new entity to DJT shareholders before its pending merger with TAE Technologies. The firm stated that [...]...
By Maxwell Mutuma 2/27/2026, 7:54:02 PM
US DOJ seized and froze $580M in crypto from ‘Chinese transnational criminals‘
The seizures and freezing over three months were conducted by the District of Columbia’s Scam Center Strike Force, established by US Attorney Jeanine Pirro in November.
By Turner Wright 2/27/2026, 7:51:33 PM
Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks Among Asia’s Top 20 Corporate Holders
Bitcoin Magazine Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks Among Asia’s Top 20 Corporate Holders Bitplanet now owns 300 bitcoin through its structured purchase program, positioning the South Korea-listed company among the top 20 corporate Bitcoin holders in Asia. This post Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks...
By Micah Zimmerman 2/27/2026, 7:47:26 PM
Barclays Reviews Blockchain for Payments and Deposits
TLDR Barclays is exploring blockchain technology for core banking services, including payments and deposits. The bank has requested information from several technology providers for a potential blockchain platform. Sources said Barclays could select a technology vendor as early as April. The proposed platform may support stablecoins and tokenized...
By Maxwell Mutuma 2/27/2026, 7:42:47 PM
Magic Eden to shut down Bitcoin and EVM marketplaces, pivot to Solana and iGaming
Magic Eden's pivot to Solana and iGaming highlights a strategic shift towards more profitable ventures, potentially reshaping its market influence. The post Magic Eden to shut down Bitcoin and EVM marketplaces, pivot to Solana and iGaming appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 2/27/2026, 7:36:14 PM
Why Is the US Stock Market Down Today?
The US stock market is under pressure on February 27, 2026, after a scorching PPI report reignited inflation fears and pushed rate-cut expectations further out. The S&P 500, down almost 0.7%, is sliding toward a critical bearish neckline, the VIX is back above 20, and small caps are bleeding. Defensive sectors like Consumer Staples and The post...
By Ananda Banerjee 2/27/2026, 7:33:19 PM
Gensler Allegedly Admits He Was Wrong About Ripple
Former SEC Chair Gary Gensler has allegedly apologized to Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse..
By Alex Dovbnya 2/27/2026, 7:33:02 PM
Bitcoin Drops to $65K Again as ETH, XRP and Solana Followed
The post Bitcoin Drops to $65K Again as ETH, XRP and Solana Followed appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto market is falling again, down about 2% and now near $2.27 trillion. Bitcoin, the flagship cryptocurrency, has erased its recent gains and is down to $65,253. Ethereum fell 4% in the last 24 hours. Other altcoins, including XRP,...
By Rizwan Ansari 2/27/2026, 7:31:23 PM
Why Is Bitcoin Below $66,000 Despite Massive Whale Purchases?
The post Why Is Bitcoin Below $66,000 Despite Massive Whale Purchases? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News On February 27, Bitcoin (BTC) was trading at $65,640, after failing to reclaim the $70K level two days ago. Its price is also below its 200-week exponential moving average (EMA) of $68,300, something that would trigger a historical...
By Steve Muchoki 2/27/2026, 7:20:40 PM
Citi and Morgan Stanley expand bitcoin and crypto custody, trading and tokenization efforts
As Citi integrates Bitcoin into bank-grade custody and reporting frameworks, Morgan Stanley moves to bring crypto trading, lending exploration and tokenized products to mainstream wealth clients.
By Olivier Acuna 2/27/2026, 7:19:18 PM
Bitcoin falls to $65,000 as experts reject conspiracy claims against Jane Street
Bitcoin (BTC) fell toward $65,000 on Friday as several market experts challenged claims that Jane Street suppressed prices.
By N/A 2/27/2026, 7:18:54 PM
Bitcoin Depot Tightens Rules, Demanding ID On Each Crypto ATM Trade
No more free-for-all crypto ATMs: new regulations tighten the grip on cash-outs, requiring personal ID on every instance. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 2/27/2026, 7:13:00 PM
Hyperliquid price forms macro lower high, $22 downside target emerges
Hyperliquid price remains under corrective pressure after forming another macro lower high near key resistance, raising the probability of a move toward $22 support.
By Aziz Zamani 2/27/2026, 7:08:49 PM
The $6.1M Wallet: Inside LinkedIn Founder Reid Hoffman’s Ethereum Holdings
Former PayPal colleagues split strategies, as Hoffman goes long on Ethereum while Musk aligns with Bitcoin through corporate treasuries.
By Chayanika Deka 2/27/2026, 7:05:00 PM
Bitcoin’s 2026 Slide Deepens: BTC Drops to $65K as $70K Level Becomes ‘Demand Vacuum’
Bitcoin tumbled from $68,000 to a floor of $65,500, wiping out recent gains and leaving the asset down 3.5% for the week. This puts bitcoin on track to close February in the red, marking a 25% decline since the start of 2026. The Intraday Bleed On Feb. 27, the final weekday of the month, bitcoin […]
By Terence Zimwara 2/27/2026, 7:04:27 PM
New Bitcoin Post-Quantum Work Undercuts ‘No One Is Building’ Claims
Bitcoin core developer Matt Corallo used a fresh Blockstream announcement this week to push back on a familiar line in the quantum debate: that nobody serious is working on post-quantum cryptography for Bitcoin. The immediate trigger was Blockstream’s preview of OP_SHRINCSVERIFY, but the broader point was that the work did not appear out of...
By Jake Simmons 2/27/2026, 7:00:40 PM
XRP Emerging As Safe Haven? CEO Points To Steady Inflows As BTC, ETH Struggle
Most crypto funds have been losing investors lately. XRP hasn’t gotten that memo. While Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds have faced weeks of steady outflows, XRP-linked products have quietly been doing something different — attracting fresh money even on the market’s worst days. Related Reading: Is Bitcoin The Poor Man’s Hedge Against...
By Christian Encila 2/27/2026, 7:00:19 PM
Bitcoin manipulation claims face pushback as ETFs snap 5-week outflow run: Finance Redefined
Analysts dispute claims of a daily Jane Street Bitcoin dump as spot Bitcoin ETFs post three days of inflows and DeFi debates shift to real revenue.
By Zoltan Vardai 2/27/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Where to Borrow USDT Against Crypto: Choosing Between Clapp, Nexo, and Binance Loans
Compare how to borrow USDT against crypto across Clapp, Nexo, and Binance Loans. Review LTV ratios, interest terms, and flexible borrowing options for 2026.
By Crypto Daily 2/27/2026, 6:57:07 PM
Morgan Stanley applies for US national trust bank charter for digital asset business
Morgan Stanley's move could accelerate mainstream adoption of digital assets, enhancing trust and integration within traditional finance. The post Morgan Stanley applies for US national trust bank charter for digital asset business appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 2/27/2026, 6:56:58 PM
Stablecoin Giant Tether Blocks $4.2 Billion In Crypto Over Crime Concerns
Tether, the company behind the world’s most widely used stablecoin, USDT, has revealed that it has frozen approximately $4.2 billion worth of its tokens tied to suspected illicit activity, with the majority of those actions taking place over the past three years. Tether Expands Crackdown On Criminal Use Of USDT Tether said that just this […]
By Ronaldo Marquez 2/27/2026, 6:43:42 PM
Price predictions 2/27: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, BCH, ADA, HYPE, LINK
Bitcoin’s attempt to top $70,000 stalled throughout the week, but analysts believe that the short-term downside will be limited. Will altcoins hold on to their weekly gains?
By Rakesh Upadhyay 2/27/2026, 6:41:44 PM
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) Eyes a Bounce from Oversold — Holding This Support Is Crucial
Bitcoin Cash trades below key moving averages with RSI at 26.4. Holding $466 Fibonacci support is crucial to avoid a drop toward $429.
By Crypto Daily 2/27/2026, 6:39:30 PM
Precious metals rebound to monthly highs as crypto and stocks stall
The rise in precious metals highlights a shift towards traditional safe-haven assets amid uncertainty in crypto and stock markets. The post Precious metals rebound to monthly highs as crypto and stocks stall appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 2/27/2026, 6:36:50 PM
Globalstar (GSAT) Delivers Impressive Q4 Revenue Growth Amid Operational Losses
Globalstar (GSAT) exceeds Q4 revenue expectations with $71.96M despite losses. Stock gains 4% as company targets strong 2026 growth in satellite services. The post Globalstar (GSAT) Delivers Impressive Q4 Revenue Growth Amid Operational Losses appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 2/27/2026, 6:33:08 PM
Circle Brings USDCx Stablecoin to Cardano via xReserve Integration
USDCx launches on Cardano with support from Liqwid, Minswap, and SundaeSwap, enabling cross-chain USDC liquidity without third-party bridges. (Read More)
By N/A 2/27/2026, 6:31:05 PM
El Salvador Finalizes Bitcoin Diploma 2.0 Educational Program
The National Bitcoin Office of El Salvador announced that this new educational program will be implemented during the upcoming school period. The program, produced in partnership with Wespark, seeks to explain bitcoin and money concepts to public school students in a simple way. El Salvador Finalizes Bitcoin Diploma 2.0 Program Development Phase...
By Sergio Goschenko 2/27/2026, 6:30:56 PM
Licensed Web3 Casinos in Europe 2026 — Regulated Crypto Gambling Without Custody
Discover the best licensed Web3 casino sites in Europe for 2026. Learn how MiCA regulations and non-custodial tech allow for secure, no-KYC crypto gambling with instant payouts and total fund ownership.
By Crypto Daily 2/27/2026, 6:28:03 PM
Crypto Spot OTC Rises 109% YoY as CEX Spot Growth Remains Muted: Finery Markets
Institutional crypto spot trading is increasingly distributed across OTC desks, derivatives venues, and hybrid execution models, while growth in centralized exchange order books remains relatively subdued. Independent data broadly supports slower growth in CEX spot markets, though figures vary. CoinGecko’s 2025 annual data shows that top-10 CEX...
By Tanya Chepkova 2/27/2026, 6:23:05 PM
Why Positive Crypto News Isn’t Moving Prices in 2026
The post Why Positive Crypto News Isn’t Moving Prices in 2026 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News In past cycles, headlines like major institutional investments or global tech giants adopting blockchain would have sent crypto markets soaring. In 2026, the reaction has been very different. Even as firms such as BlackRock increase exposure to...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 2/27/2026, 6:11:50 PM
SBI President Pushes for XRP Ledger Support
SBI President Yoshitaka Kitao is rooting for Ripple’s 2026 plans to boost the growth of the XRP Ledger following the massive $550 million deployment on the ledger.
By Caroline Amosun 2/27/2026, 6:11:01 PM
Ripple Roadmap for 2026: Where XRP Is Heading and What’s Changing on the XRP Ledger
The post Ripple Roadmap for 2026: Where XRP Is Heading and What’s Changing on the XRP Ledger appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The XRP Ledger ecosystem is entering what could be its most important transition since its early expansion phase. After years of direct funding and builder programs, 2026 marks a shift in how development around XRP...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 2/27/2026, 6:10:58 PM
SoFi Becomes First US Chartered Bank to Support Solana Deposits
Major US Bank SoFi now supports Solana network deposits. This means 13.7 million users of the bank can send SOL directly to their SoFi crypto accounts from external wallets. The US-chartered bank announced the update on X, stating users can buy, sell and hold SOL inside the SoFi app. Major Solana Access For US Banking The post SoFi Becomes First...
By Mohammad Shahid 2/27/2026, 6:06:39 PM
NVIDIA Deploys Alibaba Qwen3.5 VLM on Blackwell GPUs for AI Agent Development
NVIDIA offers free GPU-accelerated endpoints for Alibaba's 397B parameter Qwen3.5 vision-language model, enabling developers to build multimodal AI agents. (Read More)
By N/A 2/27/2026, 6:05:36 PM
TEAMZ Summit Tokyo 2026: Where Crypto Actually Intersects With Japan
Tokyo has long encouraged long-term thinking. Technology, capital, and policy may advance more deliberately in Japan, yet once established, they endure. This is why TEAMZ Summit Tokyo 2026 carries significance within the regional Web3 landscape. Taking place from April 6 to 8 at the historic Happo en grounds in central Tokyo, the three-day summit...
By Bitcoin.com 2/27/2026, 6:00:47 PM
Ethereum Network Takes The Crown As The Home Of On-Chain AI Agents
Ethereum network dominance is turning out to be constructive rather than speculative as the blockchain expands beyond its Decentralized Finance (DeFi) stance. After dominating as a leader in on-chain finance, the network is now leading AI innovation. AI Innovation Accelerates On The Ethereum Network As the blockchain landscape expands, the...
By Godspower Owie 2/27/2026, 6:00:12 PM
Why yen stablecoins are key to Japan’s crypto ambitions
Japan’s regulators and conglomerates are working to bring one of the world’s key funding currencies into DeFi, but retail activity remains muted.
By Yohan Yun 2/27/2026, 6:00:00 PM
Will Bitcoin Cash (BCH) Succeed In Repeating 28% Rally Fractal From 2025?
Bitcoin Cash price has recently dipped, triggering concerns of a broader bearish reversal. BCH slipped lower alongside the wider crypto market, testing short-term support zones. However, a broader macro view suggests the pullback may resemble a previous consolidation phase. Historical patterns show similar volatility between October and November...
By Aaryamann Shrivastava 2/27/2026, 6:00:00 PM
3 Altcoins To Watch This Weekend | February 28 – March 1
Crypto traders should keep an eye on key altcoins showing notable technical setups and potential catalysts. Market-moving events, including token unlocks, breakout patterns, and overbought conditions, could create short-term volatility. BeInCrypto has analysed three such altcoins that are preparing for a volatile weekend. Sui (SUI) SUI faces a...
By Aaryamann Shrivastava 2/27/2026, 6:00:00 PM
SEI Gets Ledger Enterprise Support as Institutional Custody Expands
Ledger Enterprise adds native Sei Network support, bringing multi-signature custody and audit-ready infrastructure to institutions ahead of Giga upgrade. (Read More)
By N/A 2/27/2026, 5:57:30 PM