Arizona Charges Kalshi With 20 Criminal Counts for Illegal Gambling and Election Wagering
TLDR: Arizona AG Kris Mayes filed 20 criminal counts against Kalshi for running an unlicensed wagering business. Four counts specifically target election wagering, including bets on the 2028 presidential and 2026 Arizona races. Kalshi preemptively sued Arizona on March 12, continuing a pattern of federal lawsuits against Iowa and Utah. An Ohio...
By Brenda Mary 3/17/2026, 7:52:11 PM
Top Tier Crypto Platforms Crush Broader Market in Trust
The top-tier cryptocurrency exchanges are rapidly outpacing the broader market in trust and compliance, creating a massive 20-point "governance gap" between the industry elite and lower-ranked platforms.
By Alex Dovbnya 3/17/2026, 7:39:14 PM
Best Crypto Presale to Buy in 2026: Pepeto Reports $8.1M Raised Ahead of Exchange Listings as HYPE and ONDO See Market Activity
JP Morgan is being sued for its alleged role in a $328 million crypto Ponzi scheme. US prosecutors have urged a judge to block Sam Bankman Fried’s retrial bid, and a memecoin launchpad’s domain was hijacked to drain wallets according to CoinDesk. Trust in crypto is being tested hard this week, but that is also [...] The post Best Crypto Presale to...
By PR PR 3/17/2026, 7:37:35 PM
Moody’s recession odds hit ‘point of no return’ preparing Bitcoin to show its true market value in 2026
Bitcoin is heading toward its first real recession-era test as a mature institutional asset after Moody’s recession model rose to 48.6%, a level that, in that historical series, has not previously been reached without a recession following within 12 months. The historical ‘point of no return' signal arrives as US growth slows, the labor market […]...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 3/17/2026, 7:35:59 PM
Trending Meme Coin PIPPIN Collapses by 50%: Classic Rug Pull or Buying Opportunity?
This is a "scam coin" that "rugged people," one analyst claimed.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 3/17/2026, 7:31:13 PM
GSR spends $57M to build one-stop capital markets platform for crypto projects
GSR is buying its way into the underwriting layer of crypto, spending 57 million dollars to turn itself from a market maker into a full‑stack capital markets and treasury platform for token issuers. Crypto market maker GSR is moving aggressively…
By Andrew Folkler 3/17/2026, 7:30:00 PM
Mastercard Acquires BVNK for $1.8 Billion to Bridge Stablecoin and Fiat Payments
TLDR: Mastercard will acquire BVNK for up to $1.8B, including $300M in contingent payments, pending regulatory approval. BVNK’s platform supports stablecoin payments across 130+ countries and all major blockchain networks worldwide. The deal enables financial institutions to offer stablecoin, tokenized deposit, and digital asset payment services....
By Brenda Mary 3/17/2026, 7:27:28 PM
Oklo (OKLO) Stock Climbs 2.35% Following NRC Materials License Approval
Oklo (OKLO) stock climbed 2.35% after receiving its first NRC materials license, enabling isotope processing while advancing Aurora reactor development. The post Oklo (OKLO) Stock Climbs 2.35% Following NRC Materials License Approval appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 3/17/2026, 7:24:53 PM
OpenAI Reveals How ChatGPT Now Fights Prompt Injection Attacks
OpenAI details new 'Safe Url' defense system treating AI prompt injection like social engineering, with attacks succeeding 50% of the time before fixes. (Read More)
By N/A 3/17/2026, 7:21:33 PM
DeepSnitch AI Price Prediction: Community Eyes 100x-300x $DSNT Pump; ETH, and HYPE Setups Optimistic
Institutional Ethereum is back with Bitmine, adding 61K ETH in a single week. Now controlling 3.81% of the entire token supply, Bitmine’s latest moves demonstrate that the accumulation era has started, and with it, a possible shift toward altcoins. While ETH and HYPE may be lucrative if their bullish setups play out, they may not [...] The post...
By Michelle DG 3/17/2026, 7:10:59 PM
Tether launches AI training framework for smartphones and consumer GPUs
Part of the QVAC platform, the framework can use non-Nvidia hardware, expanding support beyond the dominant GPUs typically used for AI training.
By Nate Kostar 3/17/2026, 7:10:32 PM
Bentley Systems (BSY) Stock: 275 Job Cuts Announced Despite £186M Profit
Bentley Systems (BSY) cuts 275 UK jobs despite £186M profit. China sales weakness and delayed EV transition to 2035 drive restructuring efforts. The post Bentley Systems (BSY) Stock: 275 Job Cuts Announced Despite £186M Profit appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 3/17/2026, 7:10:13 PM
Arizona Challenges Kalshi’s Federal Status With Unlicensed Gambling Charges
Arizona prosecutors have filed charges against prediction market operator Kalshi, alleging the company ran an unlicensed gambling operation and accepted illegal election wagers within the state. Prediction Market Kalshi Charged in Arizona for Sports and Election Betting Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes on March 17 filed a 20-count criminal...
By Jamie Redman 3/17/2026, 7:02:52 PM
Bitcoin Just Flashed The Most Powerful Fractal In The Market, Here’s What To Expect
Crypto analyst Merlijn revealed that Bitcoin has flashed the most powerful fractal in the markets right now. This comes amid BTC’s rally to a one-month high of $75,000 despite the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Bitcoin Flashes Most Powerful Fractal In Markets Right Now In an X post, Merlijn stated that Bitcoin has formed the most...
By Scott Matherson 3/17/2026, 7:00:48 PM
Bitcoin Buyers Return After February Selloff – Is the Downtrend Losing Momentum?
Bitcoin is trading firmly above the $70,000 level and has recently tested the $76,000 region, signaling renewed momentum as activity across the cryptocurrency market intensifies. The move higher suggests that buyers are gradually regaining control after a period of volatility, with traders closely watching whether the current rally can sustain...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 3/17/2026, 7:00:29 PM
Mastercard's $1.8 billion deal 'a clear answer' to a massive shift in the global payment war
Analysts say the $1.8 billion acquisition shows stablecoins are moving from niche use to global settlement rails.
By Helene Braun 3/17/2026, 7:00:27 PM
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Gains Japan Approval but Yields Stay Below 5%, While Taurox (TAUX) AI Protocol Ensure Steady Income
Shiba Inu landed on Japan’s Green List in November 2025, placing it alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum as one of only 30 vetted tokens approved for streamlined exchange listing. Coinbase followed by launching U.S.-regulated SHIB perpetual futures in December. On-chain holders have grown past 1.55 million wallets. The institutional validation is real:...
By PR Desk 3/17/2026, 7:00:13 PM
DAO governance platform shuts down as U.S. regulatory pressure eases and demand for DAOs fades
DAO platform Tally is closing after six years, underscoring how softer U.S. rules and ETF/RWA adoption have eroded demand for DAOs as regulatory armor and squeezed heavy governance tooling. DAO tooling provider Tally is shutting down after six years, in…
By Dorian Batycka 3/17/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Bitcoin Buyers Return, but Futures Divergence Raises Red Flags
Spot markets show strength after February slump, yet cautious futures activity suggests the rally may be short-lived. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Simona Ram 3/17/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Bitcoin Bulls Eye $75K as Market Experts Forecast Sustainable Rally
Bitcoin experienced significant volatility, briefly surpassing $76,000 before encountering resistance and dropping to around $73,500. Despite these fluctuations, bitcoin has gained over 10% in March. Intraday Volatility and the Battle for $75,000 Bitcoin ( BTC) showcased significant volatility during Tuesday’s session, briefly surging past the...
By Terence Zimwara 3/17/2026, 6:57:53 PM
The Old Whales Aren’t Selling: What Bitcoin’s Plunging CDD Multiple Means for the Rally
A falling CDD Multiple means older Bitcoin isn't moving much, showing long-term holders aren't selling, and overall selling pressure is low.
By Chayanika Deka 3/17/2026, 6:56:58 PM
Arizona AG files charges against Kalshi over ‘illegal gambling‘
A Kalshi spokesperson said that the criminal case was based on ”paper-thin arguments” and claimed the company was exclusively under federal jurisdiction.
By Turner Wright 3/17/2026, 6:53:06 PM
Prediction Platform Kalshi Charged in Arizona Over Unlicensed Gambling Activities
Arizona has filed criminal charges against Kalshi, accusing the New York-based prediction markets platform of running an unlicensed gambling business and accepting bets on elections. Attorney General Kris Mayes said the company “may brand itself as a prediction market, but it is taking illegal bets on Arizona elections,” which violates state law....
By Jared Kirui 3/17/2026, 6:52:45 PM
SOL price signal tied to previous 142% rally flashes again: Are the bulls back?
A SOL chart pattern that preceded several triple-digit rallies just flashed again. Are the altcoin bulls gearing up for a run to new price highs?
By Biraajmaan Tamuly 3/17/2026, 6:50:25 PM
Bitcoin price action retests $75k as G Coin by Playnance enters the utility-token conversation
Bitcoin is back in focus after another sharp turn higher, with the asset trading at $73,772 on March 17 after hitting an intraday high of $75,937, according to market data. The move matters less as proof of a clean breakout than as evidence that buyers have rebuilt momentum after a punishing February washout. On Feb. […] The post Bitcoin price...
By News Desk 3/17/2026, 6:48:22 PM
Bitcoin Hitting $76,000—Is This a ‘Dead-Cat-Bounce’ Setup to Drag the BTC Price to $50K?
The post Bitcoin Hitting $76,000—Is This a ‘Dead-Cat-Bounce’ Setup to Drag the BTC Price to $50K? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin price has rallied for eight consecutive days for the first time in over two years, typically a signal of strengthening momentum. The price touched an intraday high near $76,000, supported by a sharp...
By Sahana Vibhute 3/17/2026, 6:40:25 PM
PayPal to make PYUSD stablecoin available across 70 markets
PayPal Holdings, Inc. on Tuesday announced a massive expansion of its dollar-pegged stablecoin, PayPal USD (PYUSD), making it available to users across 70 markets worldwide.
By N/A 3/17/2026, 6:38:17 PM
Bitrefill reports Lazarus-style exploit drained funds and exposed some user data
The incident underscores the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in crypto platforms to protect user data and financial assets. The post Bitrefill reports Lazarus-style exploit drained funds and exposed some user data appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 3/17/2026, 6:35:21 PM
VersaBank expands tokenized deposits with cross-border FX use case
The Canadian bank added USD–CAD conversion to its tokenized deposits, enabling real-time cross-border transactions as banks test blockchain-based settlement systems.
By Sam Bourgi 3/17/2026, 6:29:40 PM
Is Hyperliquid’s $3.64B whale book about to pick a side?
Hyperliquid whale positioning hits $3.64B as leverage splits evenly between longs and shorts. Leverage on decentralized derivatives venue Hyperliquid (HYPE) has reached eye‑watering levels, with on‑chain data showing whale positions almost perfectly balanced between longs and shorts even as individual…
By Andrew Folkler 3/17/2026, 6:25:00 PM
Vietnam Set to Block Binance and OKX as It Launches State-Approved Crypto Exchanges
Vietnam is moving to ban foreign crypto exchanges like Binance and OKX while launching licensed local platforms to control capital and boost oversight. The post Vietnam Set to Block Binance and OKX as It Launches State-Approved Crypto Exchanges appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 3/17/2026, 6:19:10 PM
Billionaire Family Records 2,409% Gain on Little-Known Stock in Just One Year – Here’s How
A Swedish-Canadian billionaire family has struck gold after investing in a little-known mining stock that exploded 21x in just one year. The Lundins invested $17.5 million CAD ($12.88 million) in the Vancouver-based metals exploration and development firm Montage Gold Corp (MAUTF) in March 2024, when it was trading at $0.70 CAD ($0.52) per share,...
By Henry Kanapi 3/17/2026, 6:17:09 PM
Bitrefill Discloses Cyberattack, Points to North Korea’s Lazarus Group
Bitcoin Magazine Bitrefill Discloses Cyberattack, Points to North Korea’s Lazarus Group Bitrefill reported a cyberattack this month that led to stolen funds and limited customer data exposure, likely by North Korea’s Lazarus Group. This post Bitrefill Discloses Cyberattack, Points to North Korea’s Lazarus Group first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine...
By Micah Zimmerman 3/17/2026, 6:16:47 PM
XRP Overtakes BNB To Reclaim No.4 Spot In Stunning Rally As Ripple Targets Brazil Expansion
XRP surged past BNB to rank as the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market value, fueled by reports that Ripple is expanding its payment services in Brazil.
By Brenda Ngari 3/17/2026, 6:16:03 PM
DeepSnitch AI Price Prediction 2026 and 30%-300% Bonuses Appeal to Traders Ahead of March 31 Deadline, Santiment Flags Renewed Bitcoin Whale Accumulation at $71K
According to Santiment, Bitcoin whales with wallets holding between 10 and 10,000 BTC are accumulating again as the price holds near $71,000. The analytics platform noted that this shift could signal a potential market bottom as accumulation shifts from retail investors to long-term holders. Surprisingly, Bitcoin is not the only asset whales are...
By Michelle DG 3/17/2026, 6:10:57 PM
XRP rallies as ledger activity surges — even as ETFs suffer over $50 million in outflows
XRP gained nearly 10% over the past week, presenting a sharp divergence from the institutional sector as investment products tied to the token posted their steepest monthly outflows of the year. Data from CryptoSlate showed the digital asset reaching a monthly high of $1.60 over the last 24 hours before pulling back to stabilize at […] The post...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 3/17/2026, 6:10:22 PM
OpenAI Launches GPT-5.4 Mini and Nano for High-Volume AI Workloads
OpenAI releases GPT-5.4 mini and nano models with 2x faster speeds and dramatically lower costs, targeting coding assistants and agentic AI systems. (Read More)
By N/A 3/17/2026, 6:05:23 PM
Tom Lee’s BitMine buys 5,000 ETH from Ethereum Foundation in second OTC deal
Tom Lee’s BitMine Immersion Technologies has purchased 5,000 Ethereum (ETH) directly from the Ethereum Foundation in a private over-the-counter (OTC) … Continue reading The post Tom Lee’s BitMine buys 5,000 ETH from Ethereum Foundation in second OTC deal appeared first on Finbold.
By Jordan Major 3/17/2026, 6:04:24 PM
Arizona Files Criminal Charges Against Kalshi Platform
TLDR Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filed 20 criminal charges against Kalshi for alleged illegal wagering activities in the state. The charges accuse Kalshi of operating an unlicensed gambling business and offering election betting contracts in Arizona. State officials said Arizona law bans both unlicensed wagering operations and betting on...
By Maxwell Mutuma 3/17/2026, 6:03:05 PM
Ex-UK Prime Minister Blasts Bitcoin, Here’s What He Said
Bitcoin has again come under sharp criticism after former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson questioned its legitimacy. His remarks, shared in a March 13, 2026, post on X, reignited debate over whether the world’s largest cryptocurrency is fundamentally sound or structurally flawed. Bitcoin Under Fire: What Boris Johnson’s Statement Suggests In his...
By Sandra White 3/17/2026, 6:00:43 PM
BNB Chain Momentum Grows As Total RWA Value Hits $3B
BNB Chain is consolidating as a prominent platform for real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, offering low transaction fees and swift settlement to its substantial retail user base in one of crypto’s fastest-growing sectors. Related Reading: The End Of Ethereum’s Downtrend? Key Indicator Flashes First Bullish Signal Since September BNB Chain’s RWA...
By Rubmar Garcia 3/17/2026, 6:00:39 PM
Viperium Goes Live: The Funded Trading Platform Putting Real Capital Behind Retail Traders
Viperium launches a trading platform that funds traders from $1,000 to $1,000,000. Viperium, the proprietary trading platform designed to remove the capital barrier between skilled traders and real market opportunity, has officially launched its live trading platform with real-money funded accounts now active and open to traders. Visit Website
By Esra Zuhal 3/17/2026, 6:00:31 PM
Ex-Ripple Exec Shares What Burning XRP Means, But Does It Influence Price?
A former Ripple executive has weighed in on an ongoing debate over XRP token burns, shedding light on their actual impact on an asset’s value. In a heated discussion on X, the executive challenged the XRP community’s long-held belief that burning tokens directly influences their immediate price action or automatically triggers a sharp price rally....
By Sandra White 3/17/2026, 6:00:25 PM
Aster mainnet launches as Hyperliquid whale’s $20.4M long position racks up $3.9M profit
Aster’s mainnet launch lands into an already crowded derivatives backdrop, with on‑chain data showing a single Hyperliquid wallet running a 20.4 million dollar ASTER long sitting on nearly 3.9 million in unrealized profit. Aster (ASTER) has officially gone live on…
By Andrew Folkler 3/17/2026, 6:00:00 PM
NVIDIA Unveils AI Grid Architecture for Distributed Edge Inference at GTC 2026
NVIDIA's AI Grid reference design enables telcos to cut inference costs by 76% and meet sub-500ms latency targets through distributed edge computing. (Read More)
By N/A 3/17/2026, 5:57:23 PM
Aster launches privacy-focused Layer 1 for perpetual trading as ASTER token jumps 8%
Aster launches a privacy focused Layer 1 for perpetual trading as ASTER rises 8% and DeFi derivatives volume hits $14T. The post Aster launches privacy-focused Layer 1 for perpetual trading as ASTER token jumps 8% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 3/17/2026, 5:53:35 PM
ChangeNOW Launches Private Send to Break Blockchain Address Tracking
[PRESS RELEASE – Kingstown, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, March 17th, 2026] Non-custodial exchange platform ChangeNOW has announced the rollout of Private Send, a feature designed to prevent direct links between sender and recipient addresses on public blockchains. Integrated into NOW Wallet, Private Send introduces a toggle within the transaction...
By Chainwire 3/17/2026, 5:52:49 PM
Aster Chain Launches With Private, Zero-Gas Trading
Aster has launched its mainnet, introducing a privacy-first Layer 1 blockchain. The network combines zero-knowledge cryptography with high-speed execution to deliver a decentralized yet confidential trading experience. New Aster Chain Goes Live With Privacy-First DeFi Infrastructure Aster has officially launched the mainnet of Aster Chain,...
By Emmanuel Musa 3/17/2026, 5:51:48 PM
Arizona Attorney General files criminal charges against prediction market Kalshi
Kris Mayes filed 20 criminal counts against the prediction market operator, escalating a multi-state legal clash over sports and election predictions markets.
By Olivier Acuna 3/17/2026, 5:49:19 PM
Phantom Technologies Secures CFTC No-Action Letter for Crypto Derivatives Interface
CFTC issues no-action relief to Phantom Technologies for derivatives trading interface, setting precedent for non-custodial crypto platforms under strict conditions. The post Phantom Technologies Secures CFTC No-Action Letter for Crypto Derivatives Interface appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 3/17/2026, 5:48:29 PM