Hyperliquid's HYPE token jumps 5% as Iran war brings windfall revenue, JUP gains on supply freeze
Traders lean into supply compression stories in altcoins as Hyperliquid ramps up token burns and Jupiter freezes new emissions, even as bitcoin churns between $60,000 and $69,000 with muted flow.
By Sam Reynolds 3/2/2026, 4:34:10 AM
February crypto losses hit lowest level since March 2025: PeckShield
PeckShield says the lack of large hacks, heightened market volatility, and tighter risk controls could all have played a part in crypto recording the lowest losses in nearly a year.
By Stephen Katte 3/2/2026, 4:33:29 AM
Report: Barclays Joins Global Banks Building Blockchain Payment Systems
Barclays is reportedly exploring a blockchain-based platform for payments and deposits as financial banking giants prepare for faster, digital settlement systems. Sources Say the Banking Behemoth Barclays Is Preparing a Blockchain Strategy The London-based lender has issued requests for information to technology providers as it evaluates building...
By Jamie Redman 3/2/2026, 4:30:39 AM
XRP Price Upside Threatened as $1.42 Emerges Key Resistance
XRP price started a recovery wave above $1.3820 but failed near $1.420. The price is now consolidating and might aim for a fresh move above $1.420. XRP price started a recovery wave above the $1.3820 zone. The price is now trading below $1.3880 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance...
By Aayush Jindal 3/2/2026, 4:28:13 AM
Magic Eden winds down EVM, Bitcoin NFT markets to focus on gambling
Magic Edin is shifting resources from NFTs to its casino platform Dicey, as a closed beta saw $15 million wagered by around 200 users in two months.
By N/A 3/2/2026, 4:20:57 AM
AI ‘vibe coding’ could put Ethereum roadmap ahead of schedule: Vitalik
Vitalik Buterin says AI coding still has “massive caveats,” but people should expect Ethereum’s roadmap to be finished much faster than expected.
By Martin Young 3/2/2026, 4:14:00 AM
Strategist Sees Reversion Risk in Gold and Oil After Iran Strikes
U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran could spark reversals in gold and crude oil as war premium fades, signaling 2026 peaks and risk-asset relief, Bloomberg strategist Mike McGlone warns. Strategist Flags Commodity Reversal Scenario Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone shared on social media platform X on March 1 his view that U.S.-Israel strikes...
By Kevin Helms 3/2/2026, 3:30:10 AM
Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC, ETH and XRP under pressure as key supports face breakdown risk
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Ripple (XRP) prices trade on the back foot at the start of this week on Monday, after extending losses in the previous week. BTC is on the brink of a breakdown, ETH is capped below key resistance, and XRP risks a crack of the trendline.
By N/A 3/2/2026, 3:27:58 AM
Ethereum Price Support Intact, but Market Signals Waning Bullish Momentum
Ethereum price started a fresh increase from $1,840. ETH is now consolidating gains and might aim for another increase above $2,000. Ethereum started a fresh upward move above the $1,900 zone. The price is trading below $2,000 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a new bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,000 on the...
By Aayush Jindal 3/2/2026, 3:18:55 AM
Arthur Hayes Says Iran Conflict Could Trigger Fed Easing, Boost Bitcoin
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes published a new essay on March 2 arguing that prolonged US military engagement with Iran would increase the likelihood of Federal Reserve rate cuts and money printing, ultimately driving Bitcoin higher. His thesis rests on a four-decade pattern: every major US military campaign in the Middle East has been followed by...
By Oihyun Kim 3/2/2026, 3:08:23 AM
Cardano Price Forecast: ADA recovers from key support amid uncertain market conditions
Cardano (ADA) recovers nearly 1% at press time on Monday following nearly 3% losses the previous day. Retail sentiment for Cardano remains mixed due to intense liquidations in ADA derivatives, while the positive funding rate skews the bias bullish.
By N/A 3/2/2026, 3:06:40 AM
Bitcoin Price Trapped Below $70K, Market Awaits Breakout Catalyst
Bitcoin price started a decent increase above $66,000. BTC is now consolidating above $66,000 and might aim for more gains above $67,200. Bitcoin started a fresh increase after it settled above the $65,500 support. The price is trading below $67,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at...
By Aayush Jindal 3/2/2026, 2:53:03 AM
Bitcoin Outperforms Equities as Asia Markets Reel From Iran Strikes
Asian markets plunged on Monday as the fallout from US and Israeli military strikes on Iran sent oil surging, stocks tumbling, and investors scrambling for safe havens — but Bitcoin held up better than expected, trading around $66,500 after a weekend that saw it swing between $63,000 and $68,000. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively The post...
By Oihyun Kim 3/2/2026, 2:37:42 AM
Trump Media could spin out Truth Social amid crypto push
Trump Media expanded into crypto in 2025 with its fintech brand Truth.Fi, creating a Bitcoin treasury, filing multiple crypto ETFs, and forming a partnership with Crypto.com.
By Brayden Lindrea 3/2/2026, 2:34:17 AM
US Senator Torches Bankman-Fried as Clarity Act Support Backfires
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis forcefully rejected Sam Bankman-Fried’s praise of the Clarity Act, warning the bill would impose harsher penalties on him and distancing her crypto legislation from his past lobbying efforts as regulatory battles intensify. Lummis Slams Bankman-Fried Over Clarity Act Remarks U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis shared on social...
By Kevin Helms 3/2/2026, 2:30:39 AM
Top Crypto Losers: Tezos, Toncoin, and Polkadot at crucial levels amid US-Israel strike on Iran
Altcoins such as Tezos, Toncoin, and Polkadot rank among the worst hit cryptocurrencies over the last 24 hours amid the US and Israel's attack on Iran. Tezos and Toncoin are down to crucial support levels while Polkadot remains near a crucial resistance trendline, showcasing underlying strength.
By N/A 3/2/2026, 2:17:46 AM
Ripple Rolls out Institutional XRPL Strategy to Power Tokenization and Regulated Finance
Ripple is reshaping XRP Ledger funding to accelerate regulated finance expansion, rolling out a FinTech Builder Program and expanded institutional support framework to scale global adoption and broaden capital access for developers. Ripple Targets Regulated Finance Growth Through New Institutional XRPL Programs Ripple published new insights on...
By Kevin Helms 3/2/2026, 1:30:26 AM
X to label paid promotions but prohibits crypto promos in EU, UK
X head of product, Nikita Bier, says the paid promotions tag aims to encourage people to build their businesses on X while being transparent with their fan base.
By Brayden Lindrea 3/2/2026, 12:37:08 AM
Willy Woo Warns Liquidity Breakdown Could Cap Bitcoin’s Rally Despite Short-Term Relief
Bitcoin faces mounting bearish pressure as weakening liquidity and deeply negative on-chain flows cloud the outlook, Willy Woo warns, suggesting that any short-term rebound may be rejected before a durable recovery can take hold. Bitcoin Faces Structural Weakness With $45K Touted as Typical Bear Market Floor Crypto market cycles remain under close...
By Kevin Helms 3/2/2026, 12:30:03 AM
NYT Exposes CZ’s Memoir — Crypto Twitter Made It Free Marketing
The New York Times obtained a nearly 300-page draft of Changpeng Zhao’s unpublished memoir, detailing secret DOJ negotiations, prison life, and his rivalry with Sam Bankman-Fried. But what NYT framed as a critical exposé, CZ and the crypto community quickly recast as the year’s best free book promotion. Inside the Manuscript The New York Times The...
By Oihyun Kim 3/2/2026, 12:08:17 AM
Crypto Market Review: Strong Bullish XRP Case, $67,000 Bitcoin (BTC) Bounce Secures Recovery, Ethereum (ETH) Catches $2,000 by the Tail
The market bounced just a bit, but it already sparked a debate about a potential long-term recovery of the whole industry.
By Arman Shirinyan 3/2/2026, 12:01:00 AM
World Liberty Financial Introduces Tiered Node System for Governance Staking
Unstaked WLFI cannot vote; stakers earn rewards, Node privileges, and Super Node partnership opportunities.
By Chayanika Deka 3/1/2026, 11:35:59 PM
Vitalik Buterin Wraps Up Ethereum Selling Spree — Is an ETH Breakout Imminent?
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin appears to have finished his Ethereum selling spree, a move that has coincided with ETH’s surge above $2,000.
By Muthoni Mary Kiama 3/1/2026, 11:32:13 PM
Ripple CEO Highlights XRP’s Solid Performance, Applauds ‘Brilliant’ US Court Ruling
XRP stands out as the only major cryptocurrency with court-backed U.S. regulatory clarity, fueling institutional adoption and outperforming rivals, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said as he pushes for broader crypto legislation to unlock industry growth. Ripple CEO Highlights XRP Strength as Legal Victory Unlocks Institutional Capital Ripple CEO...
By Kevin Helms 3/1/2026, 11:30:07 PM
UAE Capital Market Authority Orders Exchange Closures as Missile Strikes Threaten Gulf Financial Stability
TLDR: UAE regulators shut both exchanges for two days to prevent panic selling after missile and drone strikes. The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange holds roughly $700 billion in market cap, putting billions at risk of loss. Polymarket puts the probability of a Strait of Hormuz closure at 48.5%, threatening global oil and LNG supply. War-risk [...]...
By Brenda Mary 3/1/2026, 11:29:50 PM
Crypto Market Structure Bill Approval by Mid-Year Could Spark Second-Half Rally, JPMorgan Says
TLDR: JPMorgan analysts say the CLARITY Act could be approved by mid-year and lift crypto markets in H2 2026. The bill would classify tokens under CFTC or SEC oversight, easing compliance for assets like XRP and Solana. New crypto projects could raise up to $75 million annually without full SEC registration under a grace period [...] The post...
By Brenda Mary 3/1/2026, 11:25:30 PM
Strategy Raises STRC Dividend to 11.50% Amid Bitcoin Losses and Mounting Pressure on MSTR
TLDR: Strategy raised its STRC preferred stock dividend by 25 basis points, bringing the annual rate to 11.50%. MSTR fell 14% in February, marking eight straight months of losses as Bitcoin dropped nearly 20% that month. Strategy now holds 717,722 BTC at an average cost of $76,020, carrying an unrealized loss of around $6.5 billion. [...] The post...
By Brenda Mary 3/1/2026, 11:01:56 PM
Bitcoin’s Turbulent Ride: How BTC’s Price Has Fared With Escalating Mid-East Conflicts
The past few days have seen shocking developments on the geopolitical front, with the United States and Israel launching coordinated strikes against Iran. The operation took place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, and because cryptocurrency markets trade around the clock, Bitcoin’s price action quickly reflected the shock. Bitcoin became the world’s...
By Scott Matherson 3/1/2026, 11:00:13 PM
New XRP Ledger Sidechain Proposal Aims to Bring Options Trading to XRPL
The proposed XRPL options sidechain will bring American-style options, up to 200x leveraged margin trading and a cross-chain bridge to the XRP Ledger ecosystem.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 3/1/2026, 10:39:00 PM
Michael Saylor’s ‘Turn of the Century’ Post Sparks Fresh Bitcoin Buy Speculation
Strategy may be signaling another bitcoin accumulation as Michael Saylor posts his closely watched orange dot chart, a move traders increasingly treat as an indicator of an impending balance sheet expansion. Saylor’s Orange Dot Post Fuels Fresh Bitcoin Accumulation Speculation Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor shared his signature orange...
By Kevin Helms 3/1/2026, 10:30:13 PM
Ethereum roadmap could move faster with AI support: Vitalik
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said artificial intelligence could ramp up the network’s development roadmap while improving security standards. Responding to an experiment where someone “vibe-coded” Ethereum’s entire 2030 roadmap within weeks, Buterin wrote that “six months ago, even this was…
By Vignesh Karunanidhi 3/1/2026, 10:30:00 PM
Here’s Why Hyperliquid Traders Must Brace for $29 Million Liquidation Threat
Hyperliquid price has attempted a steady recovery in recent sessions, regaining part of its prior losses. HYPE has not completely lost bullish momentum. However, futures market positioning suggests resistance remains strong, keeping the altcoin vulnerable to sudden volatility. While spot traders show cautious optimism, derivatives data highlights...
By Aaryamann Shrivastava 3/1/2026, 10:30:00 PM
Altcoin Season Index Is Rising While Bitcoin Remains Under Pressure: Here is Why
TLDR: The Altcoin Season Index shows 24 out of 55 altcoins outperforming Bitcoin on a rolling 60-day basis. Altcoin bear markets historically last 7 to 11 months, while Bitcoin bear markets typically run closer to 12 months. Many altcoins have already dropped 80% to 90% from cycle highs, leaving less room to set new lows. [...] The post Altcoin...
By Brenda Mary 3/1/2026, 10:23:22 PM
Vitalik Buterin Targets Ethereum’s Core Bottlenecks with Bold Overhaul
Vitalik Buterin is shifting the Ethereum scaling conversation away from Layer 2 (L2) and back to the protocol’s core. The Russo-Canadian innovator argues that Ethereum’s biggest long-term constraints are not rollups or blob capacity, but deeper architectural bottlenecks inside the network’s state tree and virtual machine. Vitalik Buterin Proposes...
By Lockridge Okoth 3/1/2026, 10:20:56 PM
Bitcoin posts third-worst Q1 return since 2013 at -23.21%
Bitcoin posted a -23.21% return in Q1 2026 and marked the third-worst first-quarter performance since 2013 according to CoinGlass data. The loss falls far below Bitcoin’s (BTC) historical Q1 average of 45.90% and sits well below the median return of…
By Vignesh Karunanidhi 3/1/2026, 9:45:53 PM
Stablecoins Challenge Traditional Banks as Yield Gap Widens and Regulatory Debate Intensifies
TLDR: Stablecoins like USDC and PYUSD now offer yields above 4%, far outpacing bank savings rates near 0.01%. The CLARITY Act missed its March 1, 2026 deadline amid heavy banking industry resistance in the Senate. Tokenized T-bills settle instantly and globally, cutting out SWIFT fees and traditional multi-day windows. JPMorgan analysts flagged...
By Brenda Mary 3/1/2026, 9:42:46 PM
Solana Price Prepares For Volatility Explosion
Solana price has remained rangebound for nearly four weeks, trading within a tight horizontal structure. The altcoin has repeatedly tested both support and resistance without establishing a decisive trend. This prolonged consolidation has compressed volatility and placed investor behavior at the center of the next potential breakout. Market...
By Aaryamann Shrivastava 3/1/2026, 9:29:32 PM
Bitcoin Slips 2.4% Sunday, Long Bets Account for Majority of $415M in Liquidations
After clawing its way back above $67,000 on Saturday, bitcoin slipped 2.4% against the greenback on Sunday, gliding just north of the $65,000 mark. Data from crypto derivatives markets show roughly $415 million in positions have been liquidated. Nearly 92,000 Traders Liquidated as Bitcoin Pulls Back On March 1, 2026, bitcoin hovered just above the...
By Jamie Redman 3/1/2026, 9:28:24 PM
What the U.S. Treasury’s $745 Million TIPS Buyback Actually Means for the National Debt
TLDR: The U.S. Treasury confirmed a $745 million TIPS buyback on February 25, 2026, as part of routine debt management. The $2.7 billion weekly repurchase operation accounts for less than 0.008% of the total $35 trillion national debt. Treasury buybacks have been used since 2002 to improve bond market liquidity and manage maturity structure...
By Brenda Mary 3/1/2026, 9:18:46 PM
Kalshi founder provides update on Iran's Khamenei market carveout
The prediction platform said it would reimburse users and resolve markets to the last-traded price before the death of the Iranian leader was confirmed.
By Vince Quill 3/1/2026, 9:17:03 PM
Inside Lighter’s New Strategy System First Major Test: Handling $50M in ARC Perpetual Volume
Lighter reported that its upgraded liquidity pool system successfully limited ADL losses to a pre-determined threshold.
By Wayne Jones 3/1/2026, 9:02:30 PM
Ethereum Price Under Pressure: Whales, Derivatives Market Exits Signal Waning Appetite
After dipping below $1,800 earlier in the month, the price of Ethereum has since reclaimed the $2,000 level, which is considered a psychological support zone for many traders. Over the past week, though, the price showed mild downward pressure, struggling to hold sustainably above the $2,000 level. Whale Activity Signals Potential Volatility Surge...
By Opeyemi Sule 3/1/2026, 9:00:22 PM
Geopolitical Shock Triggers $650M XRP Inflow Surge into Binance
TLDR: Binance received over 472 million XRP worth $652M, marking February’s largest single inflow period. U.S.–Iran strikes launched after market close, leaving crypto directly exposed to the geopolitical shock. XRP price has rolled back toward $1.44 after rallying above $3, with MACD and RSI turning bearish. Open interest across exchanges...
By Brenda Mary 3/1/2026, 8:58:50 PM
X (Twitter) Lifts Crypto Ad Ban, But With Strings Attached
In a major policy shift, X has removed cryptocurrency and gambling from its prohibited industries list for paid promotions, opening the door for influencers and KOLs to legally monetize crypto content on the platform. The change marks a significant reversal of a ban that had been in place since at least June 2024. X Lifts The post X (Twitter)...
By Lockridge Okoth 3/1/2026, 8:57:57 PM
Bitcoin price rebound comes under threat from UN Security Council alarm and Hormuz oil scare
Bitcoin held near $66,000 on Sunday, March 1, after a weekend geopolitical shock tied to U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, setting up Monday’s U.S. reopen as the first major liquidity and spot ETF flow test of the rebound. The diplomatic alarm bell rang alongside the price rebound. At an emergency U.N. Security Council meeting, […] The post...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 3/1/2026, 8:55:55 PM
Pi Coin Price Prediction: What To Expect In March 2026?
Pi Coin price is attempting to recover after forming a new all-time low earlier this month. The altcoin has shown modest strength in recent sessions, holding above key short-term support. However, broader technical indicators and historical patterns suggest that Pi Coin’s price recovery may face significant resistance in March 2026. While some...
By Aaryamann Shrivastava 3/1/2026, 8:52:00 PM
Bitcoin Is the Global 24/7 ATM: Weekend Crisis Just Proved It
TLDR: Bitcoin fell to $63,000 on Saturday as Middle East tensions surged while all traditional markets remained fully closed. On-chain data recorded $100 million migrating from Bitcoin into USDT on the Tron network within a single 24-hour period. The USDT Flight Signal hit “1,” confirming a capital rotation from Bitcoin into stablecoins during the...
By Brenda Mary 3/1/2026, 8:35:54 PM
Kalshi CEO Defends Khamenei Market Settlement Amid Backlash Over Death Carve-out Rules
TLDR: Kalshi’s “Ali Khamenei out as Supreme Leader?” market accumulated over $50 million in total trading volume. Traders who held positions before Khamenei’s death were paid out at the last-traded price of 1:14 AM ET. Kalshi’s promotional post on X during the strikes drew sharp criticism from former SEC chief of staff Fischer. Six Democratic...
By Brenda Mary 3/1/2026, 8:23:12 PM
Hyperliquid Whale Sees $42M Bitcoin Long Position Partially Liquidated After BTC Pullback
This weekend, market watchers are fixated on a sizable whale on Hyperliquid who opened a $42 million long position on bitcoin using 40x leverage. It’s a high-wire act with no safety net, as a slip below $65,400 would trigger a full liquidation of the bet. Leveraged Bitcoin Bet Under Pressure To kick off March, a […]
By Jamie Redman 3/1/2026, 8:15:02 PM
UAE Suspends Stock Trading Amid Iran Strikes
UAE’s Capital Markets Authority shut both the Abu Dhabi (ADX) and Dubai Financial Market (DFM) stock exchanges for March 2–3 after Iran struck major ports and oil tankers across the Middle East. The ADX and DFM are the two primary equities exchanges in the United Arab Emirates, together serving as the Gulf region’s key capital The post UAE...
By Lockridge Okoth 3/1/2026, 8:09:41 PM