TRON DAO Joins Paraguay’s Digital Assets & AML/CFT Forum to Shape Latin America’s Crypto Policy
TLDR: TRON DAO’s General Counsel and Community Spokesperson represented the network at the Paraguay forum. Over 60 participants from central banks, IDB, and finance ministries attended the two-day event. Panelists examined how jurisdictions can balance blockchain innovation with financial crime mitigation. Elfarra stressed that public blockchain...
By Brenda Mary 3/19/2026, 1:15:13 PM
BTQ Deploys First Working BIP 360 Implementation on Bitcoin Quantum Testnet
Bitcoin Magazine BTQ Deploys First Working BIP 360 Implementation on Bitcoin Quantum Testnet BTQ Technologies has launched the first working BIP 360 implementation on its Bitcoin Quantum testnet, enabling developers to test quantum-resistant Bitcoin transactions in practice. This post BTQ Deploys First Working BIP 360 Implementation on Bitcoin...
By Micah Zimmerman 3/19/2026, 1:14:26 PM
Animoca Brands Partners with Avalanche for Strategic Blockchain Expansion
Animoca Brands invests in Avalanche to drive blockchain growth, focusing on asset tokenization, identity solutions, and expansion in Asia and the Middle East. The post Animoca Brands Partners with Avalanche for Strategic Blockchain Expansion appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 3/19/2026, 1:02:33 PM
OP_NET launches Bitcoin DeFi push without bridges or wrapped BTC
OP_NET has launched a “SlowFi” DeFi stack that runs smart contracts directly in standard Bitcoin transactions with BTC as the only gas asset, avoiding bridges and wrapped BTC.
By Christina Comben 3/19/2026, 1:00:23 PM
Oil Rockets Toward $120 as Middle East Strikes Hammer Energy Infrastructure
Brent crude climbed above $116 per barrel on Thursday as coordinated strikes on Gulf energy infrastructure rattled global supply expectations and intensified fears of a prolonged disruption. Crude Oil Prices Spike as Supply Shock Replaces Shipping Disruptions The global benchmark briefly touched $116 before easing slightly, capping a dramatic...
By Jamie Redman 3/19/2026, 1:00:20 PM
Apex and Polygon launch compliance chain for tokenized RWAs
Apex Group’s Tokeny and Polygon Labs are launching T-REX Ledger, a Polygon-based blockchain that aims to centralize compliance for ERC-3643 security tokens.
By Christina Comben 3/19/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Hacked crypto tokens drop 61% on average and rarely recover, Immune report says
Beyond immediate losses, attacks often lead to prolonged downtime, liquidity shocks and confidence erosion, as interconnected DeFi systems amplify the impact across markets.
By Nate Kostar 3/19/2026, 1:00:00 PM
$3.5 Trillion Administrator Apex Group Sets $100B Tokenization Target for 2027
Apex Group Ltd., a financial services company administering more than $3.5 trillion in assets, said it will use the T-REX Ledger as its default infrastructure for distributing tokenized funds across multiple blockchain networks, with the company targeting $100 billion in tokenized assets on its platform by June 2027. The T-REX Ledger is a...
By Damian Chmiel 3/19/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Devs Targeted in OpenClaw GitHub Phishing Campaign
Fraudsters use fake GitHub accounts and cloned OpenClaw site to trick developers into exposing crypto wallets. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 3/19/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Browser maker Opera seeks 160 million CELO stake to become key network stakeholder
The proposed allocation represents a major share of Celo's circulating supply and 16% of its maximum supply.
By Francisco Rodrigues 3/19/2026, 12:52:26 PM
Crypto Market Regains Its Nerve as ETF Inflows Top $1B, Report Shows
Crypto asset products saw about $1.06 billion in net inflows last week, extending a three-week positive streak despite ongoing geopolitical stress and mixed macro data. Related Reading: Crypto Lobby Loses Key Illinois Race Yet Keeps $221M Firepower For Midterms Inside The Crypto Report New on-chain data from Banana Gun show about $19,200 in bot...
By James Halver 3/19/2026, 12:52:14 PM
-141 Billion Shiba Inu Netflow Printed as Demand Surges
Shiba Inu continues to see growing demand, signaled by its negative exchange netflow, which stands at over -141 billion SHIB within 24 hours.
By Caroline Amosun 3/19/2026, 12:50:00 PM
Bitcoin Drops Below $70,000 as Fed Holds Rates, Derivatives Market Drives the Selloff
TLDR: Bitcoin dropped 3% from $72,400 to under $70,000 hours after the Fed held interest rates steady. Derivatives sold 12x harder than spot, with perpetual futures CVD collapsing to -506.75 million. Funding rates flipped negative at -0.0024%, confirming the market had turned net short quickly. The next Fed meeting on May 6–7 and incoming CPI...
By Brenda Mary 3/19/2026, 12:49:46 PM
XRP treasury firm Evernorth discloses $233.7 million impairment on holdings in SPAC filing
The company reported a $233.7 million digital asset impairment for 2025, reflecting the gap between purchase prices and lower market values.
By Francisco Rodrigues 3/19/2026, 12:46:48 PM
XRP accumulation spikes as whales grab 200m tokens in 2 weeks
XRP whales have stealthily accumulated in the past two weeks, thereby helping the token’s value to grind as much as … Continue reading The post XRP accumulation spikes as whales grab 200m tokens in 2 weeks appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 3/19/2026, 12:45:58 PM
XRP Price Faces Short-Term Pressure as Death Cross Forms
XRP death cross is confirmed on hourly chart as bears triggers a correction from $1.50.
By Godfrey Benjamin 3/19/2026, 12:44:00 PM
Crypto.com cuts 12% of staff as it accelerates AI push
Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek announced a 12% workforce reduction due to AI integrations, warning that companies “that do not make this pivot immediately will fail.”
By Zoltan Vardai 3/19/2026, 12:39:16 PM
Bitcoin Price Slides Below $70,000 as Oil Spikes, Fed Hold Tightens Financial Conditions
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Slides Below $70,000 as Oil Spikes, Fed Hold Tightens Financial Conditions Bitcoin price fell below $70,000 on Thursday as rising energy costs and a steady Federal Reserve stance strengthened the dollar and weighed on risk appetite. This post Bitcoin Price Slides Below $70,000 as Oil Spikes, Fed Hold Tightens...
By Micah Zimmerman 3/19/2026, 12:38:59 PM
Bitcoin tests old 2021 top as gold falls to six-week lows under $4.7K
Bitcoin price correction reversed at $69,500, preserving a new higher BTC trading range as gold led a post-Fed macro asset sell-off.
By William Suberg 3/19/2026, 12:36:15 PM
FTX Recovery Trust Sets March 31 for $2.2 Billion Fourth Distribution to Creditors
TLDR: FTX Recovery Trust will distribute approximately $2.2 billion to eligible creditors starting March 31, 2026. Class 5B U.S. customers and Classes 6A and 6B creditors each reach a full 100% cumulative payout this round. Preferred Equity Holders must complete KYC and tax forms by April 30 to receive their May 29 payment. Creditors must [...]...
By Brenda Mary 3/19/2026, 12:34:52 PM
Bitcoin Bear Market Is Still Here, and BTC Could Plunge Under $50K: Analysts Warn
Is BTC yet to feel real pain during this market cycle?
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 3/19/2026, 12:34:27 PM
Accenture (ACN) Stock: Q2 Earnings Showcase Managed Services Strength and AI-Driven Transformation
Accenture (ACN) reports strong Q2 with $18B revenue, $2.93 EPS, and $22.1B bookings. Managed services now represent 51% of total revenue mix. The post Accenture (ACN) Stock: Q2 Earnings Showcase Managed Services Strength and AI-Driven Transformation appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 3/19/2026, 12:33:35 PM
Ethereum Price Drops 6% Amid Rising Leverage and ETF Outflows
Ethereum (ETH) dips by 6% today, March 19, 2026. According to CryptoQuant, 75% of Ethereum on Binance is…
By Niharika Deshpande 3/19/2026, 12:32:53 PM
SEC Veteran Clarifies XRP Retail Trading Status During Ripple Case
Ripple lawsuit comes into the spotlight after the SEC's recently issued crypto guidance, with a former SEC official weighing in on XRP trading rights.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 3/19/2026, 12:31:00 PM
The era of listings and on-ramps is ending, as intent protocols make access native
Listings and on-ramps monetized access scarcity. Intent-based protocols make it native to networks, ending gatekeeper detours forever.
By Jason Dominique 3/19/2026, 12:30:00 PM
XBTFX Introduces Gold-Denominated MT5 Accounts Allowing Traders to Fund and Trade Directly in Go
St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda, 19th March 2026 The post XBTFX Introduces Gold-Denominated MT5 Accounts Allowing Traders to Fund and Trade Directly in Go appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Press Release 3/19/2026, 12:28:33 PM
Bitcoin ETF inflow streak snaps with $164M outflows amid BTC dip
US Bitcoin and altcoin ETFs saw notable outflows on Wednesday as BTC dipped below $71,000 and investor sentiment returned to extreme fear.
By Helen Partz 3/19/2026, 12:22:02 PM
XRP Ledger Hits Key Milestones in Wallets, Transactions, and Tokenization
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is experiencing a surge in on-chain activity and adoption, with multiple key metrics reaching new milestones. XRPL’s latest metrics collectively paint a picture of a balanced, sustainable ecosystem. Visit Website
By Lele Jima 3/19/2026, 12:20:26 PM
South Korea’s People Power Party proposes bill to abolish 22% crypto tax
Some South Korean lawmakers are pushing back against the ruling party’s plan to levy a 22% tax on cryptocurrencies. A bill introduced by the right-wing People Power Party on Thursday seeks to amend the Income Tax Act and fully abolish…
By Rony Roy 3/19/2026, 12:20:00 PM
FTX’s Premature Asset Sales: How $4.7B Could Have Become $52.5B Today
FTX's bankruptcy sales of Anthropic, Solana, and SpaceX stakes left $47.8B unrealized. Analysis of what these assets are worth today vs. sale prices. The post FTX’s Premature Asset Sales: How $4.7B Could Have Become $52.5B Today appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/19/2026, 12:19:14 PM
Saylor’s New Bitcoin Playbook: Is STRC Replacing Share Issuance as Strategy Primary Funding Tool?
TLDR: Strategy bought 22,337 BTC in one week, its highest single-week purchase since November 2024. STRC, a fixed-income product yielding 11.5%, raised $1.18B in one week, outpacing MSTR share sales. Saylor raised roughly $4B through STRC, marking a sharp departure from his 2022 bear market approach. Analysts warn that if Bitcoin price drops, STRC...
By Brenda Mary 3/19/2026, 12:17:43 PM
Ethereum long squeeze risk rises as ETH price dips to $2,100
Ethereum risks over $2.5 billion in long liquidations below $2,000, as significant volatility may lead to a retest of the $1,800 support.
By Nancy Lubale 3/19/2026, 12:16:49 PM
XRP treasury Evernorth files with SEC to advance Nasdaq listing plan
Evernorth's Nasdaq listing could enhance institutional confidence in XRP, potentially boosting its adoption and integration in financial systems. The post XRP treasury Evernorth files with SEC to advance Nasdaq listing plan appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 3/19/2026, 12:15:59 PM
Bitcoin Reclaims $70,000 as Middle East Energy Strikes Trigger Flight to Safety
Bitcoin briefly fell below the $70,000 mark, reaching a low of $69,536, due to a liquidation event by an early holder who sold 650 bitcoins. However, bitcoin quickly recovered to around $70,200, demonstrating its resilience. The Alleged Gunden Exit Bitcoin (BTC) briefly surrendered the psychologically critical $70,000 level for the first time...
By Terence Zimwara 3/19/2026, 12:15:35 PM
Trump Coin Price Slips Ahead of Donald Trump’s Crypto Event
TRUMP crypto price falls over 5% to around $3.46 as traders take profits after a recent 50% rally.…
By Ritu Lavania 3/19/2026, 12:13:15 PM
Majority of XRP Retail Would “Crumble” at This Q4 Triangle Crossroads: Analyst
XRP is approaching a critical technical juncture that could test investor conviction. Analyst ChartNerd warns that most retail holders may struggle to endure what comes next before a potential long-term breakout. Visit Website
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 3/19/2026, 12:09:30 PM
OpenClaw AI Agent Takes China by Storm: Understanding the Viral Phenomenon
OpenClaw AI agent dominates China with Baidu and Tencent hosting public events, but security warnings and rising token costs present challenges. The post OpenClaw AI Agent Takes China by Storm: Understanding the Viral Phenomenon appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/19/2026, 12:07:32 PM
Bitcoin whales shift $100M+ as oil spike rattles markets
Ancient Bitcoin holders moved millions to exchanges as Middle East tensions drove oil higher, fueling a broader risk-off shift across crypto and traditional markets.
By Zoltan Vardai 3/19/2026, 12:04:52 PM
This Crypto Firm Cuts 12% of Its Workforce to Accelerate AI Integration
Marszalek was specific about who is being let go: those in roles that, in his words, "do not adapt in our new world."
By Wayne Jones 3/19/2026, 12:03:01 PM
Over $2B in “lost” Bitcoin to hit markets this month creating sell pressure within fragile $67k–$74k range
FTX's fourth round of distributing bankruptcy recoveries arrives at a different moment. The estate will begin sending roughly $2.2 billion to eligible creditors on Mar. 31, just as Bitcoin (BTC) pushed back above $70,000 into what Glassnode called a thin $72,000-$82,000 on-chain zone. FTX announced on Mar. 18 that its fourth distribution will...
By Gino Matos 3/19/2026, 12:02:04 PM
Pentagon Faces Backlash Over Anthropic Claude AI Ban as Replacement Proves Difficult
Pentagon staff resist Claude AI ban after supply chain risk ruling. Replacement may take 18 months as OpenAI, Amazon, and Google lobby against the decision. The post Pentagon Faces Backlash Over Anthropic Claude AI Ban as Replacement Proves Difficult appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/19/2026, 12:01:20 PM
Zcash Is Crypto’s Most Mispriced Asset, Cypherpunk CIO Says
Cypherpunk Technologies CIO Will McEvoy is making a blunt case for Zcash: the market is undervaluing ZEC because it still has no coherent way to price privacy. In a thread published Tuesday, McEvoy argued that the discount is especially striking as AI-driven surveillance expands and demand for financial confidentiality becomes easier to justify....
By Jake Simmons 3/19/2026, 12:00:53 PM
Algorand Cuts Workforce as SEC Labels ALGO a Commodity
The Algorand Foundation has reduced its workforce by 25% amid market uncertainty, even as the SEC clarified ALGO’s status as a digital commodity. The move reflects a strategic reset rather than a retreat from long-term growth. Layoffs Hit Algorand as Market Pressures Collide With Regulatory Clarity The Algorand Foundation has announced a 25%...
By Emmanuel Musa 3/19/2026, 12:00:29 PM
South Korea opposition party pushes to scrap planned 22% crypto tax
The ruling Democratic Party responded, saying it has not formed a consensus on abolishing the tax but will review the new proposal.
By Ezra Reguerra 3/19/2026, 12:00:08 PM
Bitcoin’s biggest DeFi drawback under attack as OpNet unlocks smart contracts on mainnet
Bitcoin’s biggest limitation is being challenged as OpNet brings native, yield-generating DeFi directly to the Bitcoin mainnet.
By Omkar Godbole 3/19/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Coinbase faces a multibillion-dollar threat from D.C. but a 'rewards' loophole could protect its stablecoin revenue
The proposed rules could ban yield on stablecoins like USDC, though analysts say the exchange may adapt.
By Helene Braun 3/19/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP extend losses, weighed by negative ETF flows
Cryptocurrency prices are generally edging lower on Thursday as market sentiment deteriorates following the Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks suggesting that interest rate cuts aren't planned unless there is a clear downtrend in inflation.
By N/A 3/19/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Tempo Mainnet Launch: Stripe Powers Lightning-Fast Blockchain Payments for AI
Tempo blockchain launches with Stripe partnership, offering sub-second AI payments via Machine Payment Protocol. Targets $190T cross-border market. The post Tempo Mainnet Launch: Stripe Powers Lightning-Fast Blockchain Payments for AI appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 3/19/2026, 11:57:52 AM
Signet Jewelers (SIG) Stock Plunges 7% on Disappointing Fiscal 2027 Outlook
Signet Jewelers (SIG) stock drops 7% as FY2027 guidance disappoints. Q4 EPS beat at $6.25, but weak outlook and declining same-store sales weigh on shares. The post Signet Jewelers (SIG) Stock Plunges 7% on Disappointing Fiscal 2027 Outlook appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/19/2026, 11:55:00 AM
Bittensor price outlook: consolidation or deeper correction?
Bittensor price is trapped between key support and strong resistance levels. Momentum is cooling, hinting at either consolidation or a drop. A break above $300 or below $250 will decide the next major move. Bittensor (TAO) had shown strong bullish movement for the better part of the year before hitting a snag on March 16. […] The post Bittensor...
By Charles Thuo 3/19/2026, 11:53:15 AM