Microsoft (MSFT) Maintains Anthropic Claude Integration Despite Pentagon Supply Chain Ban
Microsoft confirms it will continue using Anthropic's Claude AI in its products despite Pentagon blacklist, citing legal review. Learn about the controversy. The post Microsoft (MSFT) Maintains Anthropic Claude Integration Despite Pentagon Supply Chain Ban appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/6/2026, 6:14:58 PM
Canada Tests Tokenized Bond Settlement With Central Bank Money
TLDR The Bank of Canada completed a pilot for settling a live tokenized bond using central bank deposits. Export Development Canada issued a 100 million dollar bond on the Samara Platform. The platform enabled instant settlement through atomic transactions on a distributed ledger infrastructure. Participants reported improved workflows and reduced...
By Maxwell Mutuma 3/6/2026, 6:12:53 PM
Counter-Drone Defense Stocks Surge as Iran Conflict Escalates: Ondas (ONDS), BlackSky, and Iridium
Ondas (ONDS) stock jumps 1,200% as Iran's drone attacks drive counter-UAS demand. $6M in new orders secured. BlackSky and Iridium also benefit from conflict. The post Counter-Drone Defense Stocks Surge as Iran Conflict Escalates: Ondas (ONDS), BlackSky, and Iridium appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/6/2026, 6:07:34 PM
Spot Distributes, Perps Hold: Bitcoin $70K Level Faces a Two-Sided Trap
TLDR: Bitcoin spot CVD collapsed to -137.14M, signaling aggressive selling pressure across spot markets. Perp order depth of +950 dwarfs spot depth at +218, making futures liquidity nearly four times stronger. Funding rates flipped negative near -0.0032%, showing the market has yet to commit to a clear direction. BTC holding $70K targets a bounce...
By Brenda Mary 3/6/2026, 6:07:19 PM
Solana price deviates range-high resistance as capitulation risk grows
Solana price has confirmed a range-high deviation near the $90.89 resistance level, signaling weakening bullish momentum.
By Aziz Zamani 3/6/2026, 6:07:00 PM
Trump Rejects Diplomacy with Iran as Oil Markets Surge Past $90 and Global Trade Routes Disrupted
Trump rules out Iran negotiations, demanding total surrender. Oil reaches $90/barrel, Maersk halts services, 23K+ flights canceled on conflict day seven. The post Trump Rejects Diplomacy with Iran as Oil Markets Surge Past $90 and Global Trade Routes Disrupted appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/6/2026, 6:06:48 PM
Ripple Shifts 200M XRP in Internal Wallet Transfer
TLDR Ripple transferred 200 million XRP between two company-controlled wallets on March 5, 2026. Blockchain data confirmed that validators recorded the transaction in ledger #102673499. XRPScan showed that the transfer occurred between Ripple (1) and Ripple (50) wallets. The full 200 million XRP remains in the destination wallet as of press time....
By Maxwell Mutuma 3/6/2026, 6:01:05 PM
CCE.Cash: A Fast, Private Cryptocurrency Exchange Designed for Instant Cross-Chain Transactions
This content is provided by a sponsor. In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital finance, demand for secure, private cryptocurrency exchange services is growing. CCE.Cash values financial sovereignty and digital privacy and presents a strong alternative to centralized exchanges that constantly require more personal data. This fully automated,...
By Media 3/6/2026, 6:00:03 PM
Zero-Interest Crypto Loans in 2026: Borrow Against Bitcoin With Clapp
Learn how to borrow against Bitcoin without selling. Discover how Clapp’s crypto credit line lets you access USDT, USDC, or fiat while paying interest only on funds used.
By Crypto Daily 3/6/2026, 5:57:46 PM
21Shares Debuts TDOT as First US Spot Polkadot ETF
TLDR 21Shares launched the first spot Polkadot ETF in the United States under the ticker TDOT on Nasdaq. The fund started trading with $11 million in seed capital and carries a 0.3% management fee. The ETF is physically backed and holds actual DOT tokens as its primary asset. Investors can gain exposure to Polkadot through [...] The post 21Shares...
By Maxwell Mutuma 3/6/2026, 5:54:18 PM
Gap Inc. (GAP) Stock Plunges 13% on Q4 Earnings Disappointment and Old Navy Weakness
Gap Inc. (GAP) stock dropped 13% after missing Q4 earnings estimates, with Old Navy sales disappointing and fiscal 2026 guidance in line with consensus. The post Gap Inc. (GAP) Stock Plunges 13% on Q4 Earnings Disappointment and Old Navy Weakness appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/6/2026, 5:51:42 PM
Clarity Act and GENIUS Act Explained: What the New U.S. Crypto Rules Mean for Founders and Investors
A breakdown of the GENIUS Act and CLARITY Act, and how new U.S. crypto legislation is reshaping stablecoins, digital assets, and founder communication.
By Crypto Daily 3/6/2026, 5:45:12 PM
Ondas Holdings (ONDS) Stock Climbs 4% on $6M Counter-Drone Deal from Middle East
Ondas (ONDS) stock climbs ~4% after winning $6M in Middle East orders for counter-drone systems, marking potential entry into larger defense programs. The post Ondas Holdings (ONDS) Stock Climbs 4% on $6M Counter-Drone Deal from Middle East appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/6/2026, 5:44:42 PM
Kazakhstan Allocates $350M From National Reserves Into Crypto-Linked Asset
TLDR: Kazakhstan central bank has set aside up to $350M from gold and foreign exchange reserves for crypto-linked assets. The portfolio covers tech company shares, index funds, and instruments mirroring cryptocurrency market dynamics. Deputy Chair Moldabekova confirmed investments will begin in April–May after completing the company selection...
By Brenda Mary 3/6/2026, 5:41:45 PM
BlackRock private credit fund is latest to crack, hitting crypto prices and DeFi markets
Stress in the $3.5 trillion private credit market could ripple into digital assets through both macro contagion and tokenized credit markets, experts warn.
By Krisztian Sandor 3/6/2026, 5:30:48 PM
Day One Biopharmaceuticals (DAWN) Stock Soars 66% on Servier Buyout Agreement
Day One Biopharmaceuticals (DAWN) stock jumps 66% after French pharmaceutical company Servier announces $2.5 billion all-cash acquisition agreement. The post Day One Biopharmaceuticals (DAWN) Stock Soars 66% on Servier Buyout Agreement appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/6/2026, 5:30:46 PM
Kalshi faces class action over $54M bet on Iran leader’s departure
Kalshi faces a class action over a $54M prediction market on Iran Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei leaving office. The post Kalshi faces class action over $54M bet on Iran leader’s departure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 3/6/2026, 5:26:41 PM
Red Cat Holdings (RCAT) Stock Reaches Record Peak Following Major Drone Deals
Red Cat Holdings (RCAT) stock reaches all-time high of $18.78 driven by 1,842% revenue surge and new military drone contracts. Market cap hits $2.06B. The post Red Cat Holdings (RCAT) Stock Reaches Record Peak Following Major Drone Deals appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/6/2026, 5:23:52 PM
Pakistan Enacts Virtual Assets Act 2026, Sets Crypto Rules
TLDR Pakistan enacted the Virtual Assets Act 2026 to create a permanent legal framework for cryptocurrency. President Asif Ali Zardari signed the bill after approval by both houses of Parliament. The law establishes the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority to license and supervise service providers. Authorities will impose up to five years...
By Maxwell Mutuma 3/6/2026, 5:18:44 PM
Bitcoin Weekly Price Forecast: Middle East tensions and increasing Oil prices weigh on BTC
After taking a slight hit last weekend following US and Israeli strikes on Iran, Bitcoin (BTC) showed strength in the first few days of the week, charging above $73,000, while US spot BTC exchange-traded funds (ETFs) attracted about $1.14 billion in net inflows across three days.
By N/A 3/6/2026, 5:14:48 PM
Bitcoin ETF Rally Pauses as $228 Million Outflow Hits Market
After three days of strong inflows, crypto ETFs cooled off on Thursday, with bitcoin funds posting a $228 million outflow. Ether, XRP, and solana ETFs also ended the day in the red, signaling a broad market pause. Crypto ETFs Turn Red: Bitcoin Loses $228 Million, Ether Drops $91 Million Momentum in the crypto ETF market […]
By Emmanuel Musa 3/6/2026, 5:10:13 PM
Tether’s $7.5M bet on Bitcoin payments using USDT
As majors sell off, Tether quietly doubles down on turning Bitcoin into a $-settlement backbone via Lightning-native USDT rails. Tether has taken a calculated step to bind USDT more tightly to Bitcoin’s base layer, co-leading a $7.5M financing round for…
By Andrew Folkler 3/6/2026, 5:09:22 PM
Binance slams US Senate probe over Iran as based on defamatory reports
The crypto exchange responded to a Senate inquiry over sanctions by claiming that “no Binance account transacted directly with an Iran-based entity.“
By Turner Wright 3/6/2026, 5:07:40 PM
Curve Finance accuses PancakeSwap of copying its code without permission
A code dispute has surfaced between Curve Finance and PancakeSwap over the use of StableSwap technology. Curve Finance (CRV) has publicly accused PancakeSwap (CAKE) of copying parts of its code without permission. The allegation was posted on X on March…
By Leon Okwatch 3/6/2026, 5:06:28 PM
Oil shock could send Bitcoin down 45% if price surge forces Fed to delay cuts
President Donald Trump projected four to five weeks for the conflict with Iran to come to an end. The market priced its playbook: headline shock, brief spike, diplomatic theater, then normalization. That script worked in 2019 when drones hit Saudi Aramco facilities, and Brent jumped 15% only to surrender the entire gain within weeks. Traders […]...
By Gino Matos 3/6/2026, 5:05:14 PM
Binance Tells Senate No Direct Crypto Transfers to Iran
TLDR Binance told a U.S. Senate investigation that no accounts sent crypto directly to Iranian entities. The exchange said its internal review found only indirect exposure to certain external wallets. Binance launched the review after law enforcement flagged external addresses last April. The company shared user records and transaction data with...
By Maxwell Mutuma 3/6/2026, 5:03:37 PM
Pakistan Enacts Virtual Assets Act 2026, Creating Official Crypto Regulatory Framework
Pakistan's Virtual Assets Act 2026 establishes PVARA as the official crypto regulator, introducing licensing requirements and penalties for compliance. The post Pakistan Enacts Virtual Assets Act 2026, Creating Official Crypto Regulatory Framework appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 3/6/2026, 5:03:29 PM
Curve Finance accuses PancakeSwap of copying stableswap code without permission
This dispute highlights the need for clear licensing in DeFi, potentially impacting collaboration and innovation in the crypto space. The post Curve Finance accuses PancakeSwap of copying stableswap code without permission appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 3/6/2026, 5:02:37 PM
Apple Stock Price Prediction: AAPL Eyes $300 but Pepeto Exchange Offers the 100x Entry No S&P 500 Stock Can Produce
Apple just posted record $143.8 billion in quarterly revenue with 16% growth, and CEO Tim Cook called it a remarkable quarter, but the apple stock price prediction still caps returns at 11 to 20% because when a company is already worth $4 trillion, even record performance translates to modest percentage gains. If you are an [...] The post Apple...
By PR PR 3/6/2026, 5:01:19 PM
Top 5 Cryptos To Buy Right Now: BlockDAG, XRP, Stellar, Litecoin And Hyperliquid
March 2026 is delivering exactly the kind of market setup where big gains get made. Fear is at extreme levels, most major altcoins are 50% to 90% below their peaks, and institutional money keeps flowing in through spot ETFs, CME futures, and corporate treasury buys. One project just posted the most historic crypto launch ever [...] The post Top 5...
By Michelle DG 3/6/2026, 5:00:39 PM
Chainlink Tests Key Resistance While Monthly Compression Hints At Explosion
Chainlink (LINK) is approaching a critical technical moment as price pushes back toward a key resistance zone while the broader chart structure signals growing pressure beneath the surface. After months of tight consolidation and repeated rejections near the same level, the market is now watching closely for a decisive breakout. $9.55–$9.60...
By Godspower Owie 3/6/2026, 5:00:29 PM
Solana ETFs Are Beating Bitcoin On Relative Flows Despite SOL Crash
Spot Solana ETFs have pulled in roughly $1.45 billion since launching in July even as SOL fell 57% over the same stretch, a combination Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas called “about as unlucky timing as you’ll ever see in ETFs.” For crypto markets, the takeaway is not just the headline flow number, but what it […]
By Jake Simmons 3/6/2026, 5:00:15 PM
Will BlackRock Launch Ripple ETF This Year? Experts Say..
Is 2026 going to be the breakthrough year for BlackRock’s XRP ETF aspirations? Here’s what that depends on. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 3/6/2026, 5:00:00 PM
How BlockDAG could grow if market makers’ $0.05 target plays out — $1,000 could become $5,000
BlockDAG (BDAG) began trading at $0.01, establishing an early price benchmark that traders are now using to evaluate potential upside. Some market participants see $0.05 as a possible next milestone if liquidity and demand continue to build. When a token…
By Samuel Msiska 3/6/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Utexo Raises $7.5M to Launch Bitcoin-Native USDT Settlement Infrastructure
Bitcoin Magazine Utexo Raises $7.5M to Launch Bitcoin-Native USDT Settlement Infrastructure Utexo, a start-up building Bitcoin-native stablecoin settlement infrastructure, announced a $7.5 million seed round co-led by Tether. This post Utexo Raises $7.5M to Launch Bitcoin-Native USDT Settlement Infrastructure first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and...
By Micah Zimmerman 3/6/2026, 4:57:57 PM
Ripple Director Highlights New UK Crypto Approval
TLDR Ripple received an EMI licence and cryptoasset registration from the UK Financial Conduct Authority. Cassie Craddock announced the regulatory milestone during an event near London Tower Bridge. Ripple plans to combine its UK approval with its existing EU EMI licence. The company continues to expand payment services that integrate XRP for...
By Maxwell Mutuma 3/6/2026, 4:52:40 PM
Bitcoin short-term selling pressure spikes as analyst predicts historic capitulation
Bitcoin’s (BTC) price experienced renewed selling pressure from short-term holders (STH) on March 6, after ending its six-week losing streak … Continue reading The post Bitcoin short-term selling pressure spikes as analyst predicts historic capitulation appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 3/6/2026, 4:43:46 PM
Cardano Price Prediction March 2026: ADA Recovers to $0.27, but Pepeto Targets 100x as Bitcoin Breaks $73,500 for First Time in a Month
The post Cardano Price Prediction March 2026: ADA Recovers to $0.27, but Pepeto Targets 100x as Bitcoin Breaks $73,500 for First Time in a Month appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin just broke through $73,500 for the first time in a month, significantly outperforming gold as a safe haven during Middle East conflict, and when BTC clears...
By PR Manager 3/6/2026, 4:41:54 PM
Machi doubles down on leveraged ETH longs as market bleeds out
High-profile whale reloads on 25x ETH leverage despite racking up over $29.7 million in realized losses as majors slide and funding turns negative. In the middle of a red day for majors, on-chain data shows Machi (machibigbrother) wiring an additional…
By Andrew Folkler 3/6/2026, 4:41:25 PM
BNB price faces correction risk after bearish wedge confirmation
BNB price has confirmed a bearish rising wedge breakdown after rejecting the $657 resistance level.
By Aziz Zamani 3/6/2026, 4:38:30 PM
Binance formally responds to allegations of violating Iran sanctions
Binance has rejected allegations that its platform allowed transactions linked to entities in Iran. The exchange issued a response on March 6 to a letter sent by Richard Blumenthal regarding sanctions compliance and anti-money laundering controls. The inquiry referenced several…
By Leon Okwatch 3/6/2026, 4:37:13 PM
The 50,000 ETH accumulation: How Ethereum buys are powering the next wave of utility protocols
Institutional accumulation of Ethereum signals rising confidence and renewed momentum for DeFi expansion. The top crypto market is currently witnessing a concentration of capital as institutional players increase their holdings of Ethereum (ETH). This trend of accumulation is providing a…
By Samuel Msiska 3/6/2026, 4:35:10 PM
BlockDAG Price Prediction: Pepeto Clearly Outperforms BDAG as Andreessen Horowitz Seeks $2 Billion for Fifth Crypto Fund
If you are still searching for the next big token without thinking about whether your funds are actually safe, you are already behind, because the threats targeting crypto wallets are getting worse by the month. The market is consolidating while Andreessen Horowitz raises $2 billion for its fifth crypto fund, and if you are following [...] The...
By PR PR 3/6/2026, 4:32:01 PM
Oil tops $90 for the first time as Iran tensions deepen
Oil tops $90 as Middle East tensions escalate, raising fears of global supply disruptions, pushing risk assets lower. The post Oil tops $90 for the first time as Iran tensions deepen appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 3/6/2026, 4:27:10 PM
‘Good Times Are Ahead’ – Trader Michaël van de Poppe Says Bitcoin Bear Phase Is Over – Here Are His Targets
Analyst Michaël van de Poppe says Bitcoin’s bear phase has ended, pointing to a series of higher lows and strengthening technical structure across multiple timeframes. Van de Poppe argues that BTC is consistently printing higher lows, signaling sustained upside momentum for Bitcoin. “The upside on commodities is done. The bear phase for Bitcoin is...
By Daily Hodl Staff 3/6/2026, 4:24:51 PM
Dogecoin Price Forecast: DOGE drops as downside pressure expands
Dogecoin (DOGE) declines for the second consecutive day, trading above $0.090 at the time of writing on Friday. The meme coin peaked at a weekly high of $0.104 on Wednesday but has since been overwhelmed by volatility amid risk-off sentiment driven by the United States (US)-Israel-Iran war.
By N/A 3/6/2026, 4:23:43 PM
Crypto Biz: Kraken plugs into the Fed
Kraken secures Fed payment access, MARA clarifies its Bitcoin treasury plans, Fold cuts $66M in debt, and analysts say NYSE tokenization could attract institutions.
By Sam Bourgi 3/6/2026, 4:23:32 PM
Crypto Is Frozen. XRP Is Not. The Man Who Built Ripple’s Products Explains Why
The post Crypto Is Frozen. XRP Is Not. The Man Who Built Ripple’s Products Explains Why appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News It is one of the oldest questions in crypto: when prices fall and the headlines turn ugly, where does anyone actually make money? For Asheesh Birla, founder of Evernorth and a former senior figure at Ripple, the answer...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 3/6/2026, 4:22:00 PM
XRP Lending Protocol Nears Milestone, 62.86% Potential Remains
XRP Ledger lending protocol adds the ability to create loans on the XRPL.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 3/6/2026, 4:22:00 PM
Morgan Stanley Elevates Western Digital (WDC) and Seagate (STX) as Leading Hardware Plays for 2026
Morgan Stanley picks Western Digital (WDC) and Seagate (STX) as top hardware stocks. WDC jumped 489% on AI demand and record margins before recent pullback. The post Morgan Stanley Elevates Western Digital (WDC) and Seagate (STX) as Leading Hardware Plays for 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/6/2026, 4:20:21 PM