Buterin Offloads ETH, Bitcoin Unable to Push Past $70K, XRP Spot Buying Increases: This Week’s Crypto Recap
Bitcoin played a trick on us this week, making us believe that a recovery is inbound but the positivity was for not.
By George Georgiev 2/27/2026, 4:10:02 PM
BlackRock Buys $289M Bitcoin: Is The Bottom Served?
Wall Street’s attraction towards Bitcoin isn’t losing steam even amidst the harshest of crypto winters. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 2/27/2026, 4:08:00 PM
How the EU’s crypto tax rules are expected to work for users and platforms
The EU’s new crypto tax rules will require platforms to report user data and transactions, reshaping tax transparency for digital assets starting in 2026.
By Dilip Kumar Patairya 2/27/2026, 4:04:50 PM
Crypto News Today: Bitcoin ETFs Pull $765 Million in Two Days as Whales Return, but Pepeto Could Deliver 100x
Crypto news today shows Bitcoin spot ETFs attracted $765 million in net inflows over just two sessions this week. The buying came right after Nvidia posted $68.1 billion in quarterly revenue, sparking a rally that pushed Bitcoin to $69,987. Whale wallets holding over 100 BTC are now approaching 20,000, a level that has preceded major [...] The...
By PR PR 2/27/2026, 4:04:21 PM
IonQ Shares Soar Over 20% Following Strong Q4 Results and Ambitious 2026 Outlook
IonQ stock rallied 21.7% after beating Q4 earnings estimates and issuing strong 2026 revenue guidance between $225-$245 million in the quantum space. The post IonQ Shares Soar Over 20% Following Strong Q4 Results and Ambitious 2026 Outlook appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 2/27/2026, 4:03:40 PM
XRP’s Macro Plan Hasn’t Changed, And This Target Remains Valid
Crypto analyst CasiTrades has declared that XRP’s macro plan hasn’t changed, with the targets still the same. Her comment follows the recent relief rally, which saw the altcoin record double-digit gains. XRP Still At Risk Of A Further Decline As Macro Plan Remains Intact In an X post, CasiTrades stated that XRP hasn’t broken resistance […]
By Scott Matherson 2/27/2026, 4:00:37 PM
Bitcoin Nears Major Milestone As 100 BTC Wallets Approach Record Levels
As market participants focus on short-term price movements, Bitcoin is approaching a notable on-chain milestone, with the number of wallets holding at least 100 BTC climbing toward record levels. This growing concentration of high-value holdings reflects increasing accumulation by large investors, and is viewed as a sign of strong long-term...
By Godspower Owie 2/27/2026, 4:00:32 PM
Barclays probes blockchain for banking functions like payments, deposits: Report
The UK lender is reportedly seeking a technology partner to support blockchain-based payments and deposits as stablecoin adoption accelerates across finance and Big Tech.
By Sam Bourgi 2/27/2026, 4:00:05 PM
Terra Luna Classic (LUNC) Price Soared 30%: Why a Reversal May Follow
Terra Luna Classic (LUNC) price lacked clear direction for weeks before staging a sharp three-day rally. The sudden surge pushed the token up nearly 30% at its intraday peak. However, technical and on-chain signals suggest the breakout may struggle to sustain momentum. The broader crypto market has experienced periodic bursts of volatility. LUNC’s...
By Aaryamann Shrivastava 2/27/2026, 4:00:00 PM
U.S. PPI Comes in Hotter Than Expected: Possible Impact on Bitcoin Price
While Bitcoin has remained under pressure in the past few months, the U.S. producer price index (PPI) comes in hotter than expected. Visit Website
By Sam Wisdom Raphael 2/27/2026, 3:59:40 PM
U.S. Government Seizes Over $580 Million in Crypto Linked to Southeast Asian Scams
Bitcoin Magazine U.S. Government Seizes Over $580 Million in Crypto Linked to Southeast Asian Scams U.S. authorities have seized over $580 million in cryptocurrency linked to Southeast Asian “pig butchering” scams. This post U.S. Government Seizes Over $580 Million in Crypto Linked to Southeast Asian Scams first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is...
By Micah Zimmerman 2/27/2026, 3:57:20 PM
Polygon Sees Surge in Local-Currency Stablecoins as JPYC and BBRL Gain Traction
Local-currency stablecoins on Polygon have shot up as JPYC and BBRL power payments, wallets, lending, and faster regional settlements. Brazilian bank Grupo Braza introduced BBRL stablecoin to improve liquidity and enhance payment efficiency in forex payments. Polygon has recorded rising growth in local-currency stablecoin activity as new projects...
By James M. Gathecha 2/27/2026, 3:56:28 PM
Dogecoin Slips Below $0.10 as Crypto Market Is Hit With $300 Million Liquidation
Dogecoin fails to regain $0.10 as the market sees selling with over $300 million in liquidations.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 2/27/2026, 3:56:00 PM
US DOJ strike force seizes $580M in crypto from pig butchering scams
The DOJ's crackdown on crypto scams highlights the growing need for international cooperation to combat sophisticated global cybercrime networks. The post US DOJ strike force seizes $580M in crypto from pig butchering scams appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 2/27/2026, 3:53:59 PM
South Korean Government Blunder Exposes Ledger Wallet Seed Phrase, Triggers $4.8M Crypto Theft
A major security lapse by South Korea’s government exposed a Ledger wallet’s recovery phrase, enabling the theft of roughly $4.8 million in digital assets. Colin Wu spotlighted the incident today, citing a report from local outlet Maeil Business News Korea. Visit Website
By Lele Jima 2/27/2026, 3:53:11 PM
Paramount (PSKY) Shares Surge as Netflix Abandons Warner Bros Discovery Pursuit
Paramount (PSKY) stock rises 6% as Netflix exits Warner Bros Discovery bidding. Analysis of what the $111B acquisition means for investors and shareholders. The post Paramount (PSKY) Shares Surge as Netflix Abandons Warner Bros Discovery Pursuit appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 2/27/2026, 3:50:11 PM
PayPal, MoonPay launch platform to support custom stablecoin issuance for PYUSD apps
PayPal and MoonPay have introduced a new platform that allows developers to create custom stablecoins backed by PayPal’s PYUSD. In a joint Feb. 27 press release, the companies announced the launch of PYUSDx, a framework developed with M0 to support…
By Leon Okwatch 2/27/2026, 3:50:02 PM
Hot US PPI Sinks US Stocks as Stagflation Fears Return
January’s PPI (Producer Price Index) printed +2.9% year-over-year (YoY) against a +2.6% forecast, with core PPI surging +3.6% versus +3.0% expected, sending US equities lower and reviving stagflation talk across crypto and macro communities. The Producer Price Index measures wholesale-level inflation. This is what businesses pay before costs pass...
By Lockridge Okoth 2/27/2026, 3:48:49 PM
S&P 500 index dips as private credit risks escalate
The S&P 500 Index retreated by over 0.6% on Friday, continuing a retreat that started on Thursday as market participants reacted to the latest NVIDIA earnings. The blue-chip index, which tracks the biggest companies in the United States, dropped to…
By Crispus Nyaga 2/27/2026, 3:45:25 PM
Ripple Mints 20 Million RLUSD on Ethereum to Bolster Stablecoin Liquidity
Ripple mints 20 million RLUSD, increasing stablecoin supply on the Ethereum blockchain.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 2/27/2026, 3:45:00 PM
Hyperliquid Community Advances DeFi with HIP-6 Continuous Clearing Auction Mechanism
Hyperliquid’s HIP-6 proposal advances permissionless token launches via continuous clearing auctions for projects to raise funds and discover fair prices. The proposal makes Hyperliquid a protocol where users can can launch, price and trade tokens entirely onchain. The Hyperliquid community is pushing a new improvement proposal that allows teams...
By Steve Msoh 2/27/2026, 3:43:26 PM
Plug Power Q4 Earnings Preview: New Leadership Faces First Test Monday
Plug Power's Q4 earnings arrive March 2 with new CEO Jose Crespo, expected EPS of -$0.11, and $217.3M revenue forecast. Stock holds Hold ratings. The post Plug Power Q4 Earnings Preview: New Leadership Faces First Test Monday appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 2/27/2026, 3:42:46 PM
Bitcoin Slides to $65K as AI ‘Scare Trade’ and Tech Fears Hit Markets
Bitcoin erased earlier gains and slipped back toward the $65,000 level as weakness in U.S. stock futures and concerns about artificial intelligence disrupted risk appetite. Visit Website
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 2/27/2026, 3:42:44 PM
Best Crypto Presale to Buy Now: Whales Just Accumulated 70,000 BTC While Retail Panicked, and Pepeto Is Their Next Play
Somebody wanted you to sell. Bitcoin crashed 40% from its $126,000 October peak to $60,000 in early February. The Fear and Greed Index hit 5, the lowest reading in crypto history. Retail investors panicked, dumped their portfolios, and ran. But while you were selling, whale wallets holding 1,000 to 100,000 BTC quietly accumulated 70,000 coins...
By Michelle DG 2/27/2026, 3:40:45 PM
British Gamblers Could Soon Pay with Crypto as FCA Eyes New Rules
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission is considering the possibility of allowing cryptocurrency payments at licensed online casinos, in line with the Financial Conduct Authority’s proposed rules for cryptoasset firms. The FCA consultation, which marks the final stage of its sector proposals, sets requirements covering governance, operational...
By Tareq Sikder 2/27/2026, 3:38:12 PM
$8.7 Billion in Ethereum and Bitcoin Options About to Expire
Crypto market set for $8.7 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options expiry.
By Godfrey Benjamin 2/27/2026, 3:36:00 PM
Archer Aviation Partners With Starlink Days Before Q4 2025 Earnings Drop
Archer Aviation partners with Starlink for satellite internet in air taxis ahead of Q4 2025 earnings March 2. Analysts see 76% upside potential for ACHR stock. The post Archer Aviation Partners With Starlink Days Before Q4 2025 Earnings Drop appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 2/27/2026, 3:35:31 PM
Bitcoin ETF Investors Show Diamond Hands—Just $6.5B Outflow Since Early October
Bitcoin ETF investors have handled the market dip maturely, as the funds have only recorded meager outflows since the start of the dip. Their maturity is particularly commendable, given that they are new to the volatility associated with Bitcoin (BTC). Visit Website
By Elendu Benedict 2/27/2026, 3:35:20 PM
Ripple Expands XRPL Ecosystem Strategy With New Funding and Accelerator Programs for 2026
Ripple has injected $550 million into XRPL ecosystem since 2017, and this year, it will expand its focus to a more distributed model for founders. This includes launching a fintech builder program, the new XAO DAO for the XRPL network, and increased support for XRPL Commons. This year, Ripple is expanding its support for the [...]
By John Kiguru 2/27/2026, 3:30:39 PM
Sam Altman Confirms $110B OpenAI Funding Round, Largest in Private Tech History
OpenAI has closed a record-shattering $110 billion funding round led by Amazon, Nvidia and Softbank, catapulting the artificial intelligence (AI) company to an $840 billion post-money valuation and deepening its alliances with some of the world’s largest tech players. OpenAI’s $110 Billion Power Move OpenAI announced on Friday that it has raised...
By Jamie Redman 2/27/2026, 3:30:06 PM
Why Micron (MU) Remains Undervalued Despite a 300% Rally
Micron stock has tripled yet trades at 12.4x forward P/E. With revenue expected to double and HBM sold out through 2026, analysts see upside to $600-$700. The post Why Micron (MU) Remains Undervalued Despite a 300% Rally appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 2/27/2026, 3:28:57 PM
Sentient’s Arena Platform Secures Support from Pantera Capital and Franklin Templeton for AI Testing
Pantera Capital and Franklin Templeton support Sentient's Arena platform, designed to benchmark AI agent performance on complex enterprise document tasks. The post Sentient’s Arena Platform Secures Support from Pantera Capital and Franklin Templeton for AI Testing appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 2/27/2026, 3:27:04 PM
Bitcoin to $30K? Analysts debate when and at what price BTC will bottom
Several analysts forecast Bitcoin extending its bear market into late 2026, with potential cycle lows between $30,000 and $45,000 backed by rising exchange reserves.
By Nancy Lubale 2/27/2026, 3:26:31 PM
Gold Surges Past $5,200 as Bernstein Projects $6,100 by Decade’s End
Gold surged to $5,232 Friday, marking its seventh monthly advance. Bernstein now projects the precious metal will reach $6,100 by 2030. The post Gold Surges Past $5,200 as Bernstein Projects $6,100 by Decade’s End appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 2/27/2026, 3:21:39 PM
Leaked Call, Private Wallets, $200K Plan: Inside the Axiom Insider Trading Allegations
A senior Axiom staffer allegedly accessed sensitive user data, shared private wallet screenshots, and coordinated targeted trading strategies.
By Chayanika Deka 2/27/2026, 3:20:22 PM
Crypto market at risk as US PPI report shows sticky inflation: Will BTC, SOL, ETH slide further?
The crypto market is facing new pressure after fresh U.S. inflation data showed that price growth is still stubbornly high, raising concerns about tighter financial conditions. The January 2026 Producer Price Index report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics was…
By Leon Okwatch 2/27/2026, 3:15:56 PM
Punters want crypto: UK Gambling Commission explores how to keep bettors on licensed sites
The Gambling Commission said there is increasing searches and consumer demand for crypto payments in the United Kingdom, which sometimes leads them to illegal websites.
By Olivier Acuna 2/27/2026, 3:15:37 PM
Bitcoin sees $1B ETF inflows after brutal outflow streak, setting up the clearest path to $90,000
Bitcoin has rebounded from an early-February slide that briefly pushed it to $60,000 and produced its most oversold signal on record, easing some of the pressure that has weighed on crypto markets. According to CryptoSlate's data, the flagship digital asset has steadied in recent days and briefly approached the $70,000 mark before settling around...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 2/27/2026, 3:15:31 PM
Meta Bets on Stablecoins to Power Payments Across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp
TLDR: Meta is trialing stablecoin payments across its apps, with a possible rollout expected later in 2025. WhatsApp is viewed as the key gateway for stablecoin adoption in underbanked emerging markets worldwide. Stripe is reportedly a key candidate for Meta’s stablecoin project amid close ties between both firms. Stablecoin payment volume doubled...
By Brenda Mary 2/27/2026, 3:15:28 PM
Crypto market surges as BTC eyes $70k: 3 reasons behind the bullish reversal
Crypto market rebounds as buying surge drives total capitalization toward $2.4 trillion. The cryptocurrency market has experienced a decisive shift in momentum over the last 24 hours. After weeks of horizontal trading and minor corrections, a wave of buying pressure…
By Samuel Msiska 2/27/2026, 3:15:21 PM
Jim Cramer Calls SoFi Stock a ‘Legitimate Steal’ Following 40% Decline
Jim Cramer says SoFi stock is 'too cheap to ignore' at $18 after 40% drop. Q4 earnings beat estimates, with $0.60 EPS guidance for FY2026. Full analysis here. The post Jim Cramer Calls SoFi Stock a ‘Legitimate Steal’ Following 40% Decline appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 2/27/2026, 3:14:30 PM
Morgan Stanley and BofA Boost Block (XYZ) Price Targets Following Major Restructuring
Block (XYZ) stock rallies as Morgan Stanley upgrades to Buy at $93 and Bank of America lifts target to $86 after announcing 40% staff reduction and AI pivot. The post Morgan Stanley and BofA Boost Block (XYZ) Price Targets Following Major Restructuring appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 2/27/2026, 3:13:24 PM
Crypto taxes updated, BTC stuck below $70K: Month in charts
Bitcoin struggled to breach $70,000 this month, while inflation rates decreased in Japan and some countries reevaluated crypto tax codes.
By Aaron Wood 2/27/2026, 3:09:22 PM
XRP Ledger Fails to Break Three Million Threshold: Will Price Be Affected?
Current outlook for the market is certainly gloomy as, despite the upcoming weekend trading session, networks are not yet catching up.
By Arman Shirinyan 2/27/2026, 3:09:00 PM
OpenAI Secures Historic $110B Investment from Tech Giants Amazon, Nvidia, and SoftBank
OpenAI completes historic $110B funding from Amazon, Nvidia, and SoftBank, achieving $840B valuation in the largest private financing round ever recorded. The post OpenAI Secures Historic $110B Investment from Tech Giants Amazon, Nvidia, and SoftBank appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 2/27/2026, 3:07:00 PM
Block Inc (XYZ) Adds 340 Bitcoin in Q4 as Earnings Meet Expectations
Key highlights: Block Inc (XYZ) has added 340 Bitcoin worth about $22 million, lifting its total holdings to…
By Ritu Lavania 2/27/2026, 3:06:18 PM
Wikipedia Co-Founder: No One Is Using Bitcoin as Money
Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales has come up with a blistering critique of Bitcoin.
By Alex Dovbnya 2/27/2026, 2:57:07 PM
Bearish Bitcoin Trader Sets Clear Line In The Sand At $69.5K
Coin Bureau says the bearish outlook for Bitcoin hinges on one crucial line in the sand: the $69,500–$70,000 resistance band. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 2/27/2026, 2:57:00 PM
Bitcoin's Worst-Case Bearish Scenario by Willy Woo: BTC Could Fall to $16,000
Prominent trader Willy Woo has named a potential worst scenario for Bitcoin in all of its history.
By Yuri Molchan 2/27/2026, 2:56:00 PM
MP Materials Secures Major Auto Deal and Announces $1.25B Texas Manufacturing Expansion
MP Materials lands rare earth deal with unnamed automaker and commits $1.25B to Texas magnet plant. Pentagon-backed expansion targets 2028 launch. Stock analysis. The post MP Materials Secures Major Auto Deal and Announces $1.25B Texas Manufacturing Expansion appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 2/27/2026, 2:51:26 PM