UK shuts down crypto exchange Zedxion after sanctions probe ties platform to Iranian networks
Britain’s company register has moved to dissolve cryptocurrency exchange Zedxion, accused of processing funds for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. According to a notice published on its website, Britain’s company register, Companies House said Zedxion has been shut down due…
By Rony Roy 3/20/2026, 8:23:23 AM
Cardano (ADA) Price Eyes Breakout After Weekly Buy Signal Emerges
Cardano (ADA) trades at $0.267 as Protocol 11 upgrade nears. Weekly chart shows TD Sequential buy signal with targets at $0.32 and $0.37. Analysis inside. The post Cardano (ADA) Price Eyes Breakout After Weekly Buy Signal Emerges appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 8:14:58 AM
Iran’s IRGC Turns Strait of Hormuz Into a $2 Million Toll Road for Global Tanker Traffic
TLDR: Iran’s IRGC charges up to $2M per tanker transit, accepting cash, crypto, or barter as payment. Between March 1–15, roughly 89–90 vessels cleared the strait under some form of IRGC approval. Total transit costs now exceed what moving an entire fleet through Hormuz cost six months ago. Sanctioning paying operators risks halting the only [...]...
By Brenda Mary 3/20/2026, 8:14:21 AM
Why has the crypto market gone quiet today?
The crypto market held close to the $2.5 trillion market cap with no signs of movement as traders reassess their positions amid the current market environment. Bitcoin (BTC), the so-called digital gold asset, has stalled shortly after reclaiming the $70,000…
By Rony Roy 3/20/2026, 8:08:27 AM
Coinbase Partners with Apex to Bring Bitcoin Yield On-Chain via Base Blockchain
Coinbase and Apex launch tokenized Bitcoin Yield Fund on Base blockchain, targeting 4-8% returns for non-US institutional investors using ERC-3643 standard. The post Coinbase Partners with Apex to Bring Bitcoin Yield On-Chain via Base Blockchain appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 8:08:25 AM
Solana (SOL) Tumbles 11% Amid Plunging DApp Revenue and Zero Funding Rates
Solana (SOL) plunges 11% to $87 as DApp revenue crashes to 18-month low of $22M. Funding rates hit zero while bears target potential $80 retest. The post Solana (SOL) Tumbles 11% Amid Plunging DApp Revenue and Zero Funding Rates appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 8:01:28 AM
Crypto Cuts Continue: Algorand Trims 25% Of Workforce
Peter Brandt thinks the crypto market has not hit bottom yet. If he is right, the Algorand Foundation’s decision to cut 25% of its staff may be just one of many similar moves still to come across the industry. Related Reading: Congress Targets Crypto Prediction Markets With 4 Bills Banning War And Assassination Bets A […]
By Christian Encila 3/20/2026, 8:00:37 AM
Nevada Takes Aim at Kalshi: What This Means for Crypto Prediction Platform Legal Battles
Kalshi's emergency appeal denied by Ninth Circuit, allowing Nevada to issue restraining order over sports contracts in escalating legal battle. The post Nevada Takes Aim at Kalshi: What This Means for Crypto Prediction Platform Legal Battles appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 8:00:34 AM
Reels.io Announces Strategic Expansion into Web3, Launching Loyalty Program on Solana Blockchain
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Reels.io, a leading online casino platform serving thousands of players worldwide, today announced a major strategic initiative to expand into the Web3 ecosystem, beginning with the launch of a dedicated loyalty program ahead of the introduction of the Solana blockchain — a key step toward the...
By Media 3/20/2026, 8:00:27 AM
AI Model Ranks Bitcoin, XRP, And ETH For 2026: Expected Returns And Price Targets
Despite the crypto market’s renewed weakness on Thursday, a new AI-driven market model produced by Sam Daodu for 24/7 Wall St. projects higher year-end prices for Bitcoin (BTC), XRP, and Ethereum (ETH). AI Model Sees Bitcoin Rising 42% In 2026 Daodu’s analysis, which used ChatGPT as the modeling engine, places Bitcoin at the top of the trio,...
By Ronaldo Marquez 3/20/2026, 8:00:11 AM
Another Exchange Slashes 30% Workforce as AI Pivot Deepens Amid Mounting Losses
Gemini's workforce shrinks to 445 employees as exchange pivots toward AI.
By Chayanika Deka 3/20/2026, 7:54:56 AM
Geopolitical Tensions and Energy Markets Drive Bitcoin to $70,800 as Traditional Markets Struggle
Bitcoin surged to $70,800 as oil prices dropped 2% after G6 nations vowed to stabilize energy markets. S&P 500 falls below key 200-day average. The post Geopolitical Tensions and Energy Markets Drive Bitcoin to $70,800 as Traditional Markets Struggle appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 7:46:09 AM
Bluesky reveals $100 million Series B led by Bain Capital Crypto
Decentralized social platform Bluesky has disclosed that it had raised $100 million in a Series B round back in April 2025. According to the official announcement, the round was led by Bain Capital Crypto, while other notable investors include Anthos…
By Rony Roy 3/20/2026, 7:44:31 AM
NordVPN Review 2026: Is This The Best VPN Provider Available?
Finding the right VPN can feel overwhelming with so many options on the market. NordVPN has become one of the most recognized names in the industry, but does it live up to its reputation? I spent several weeks testing every aspect of this service. From streaming and gaming to security features and customer support, this [...] The post NordVPN...
By Oliver Dale 3/20/2026, 7:44:30 AM
XRP (XRP) Price Analysis: Could This 10% Correction Present a Strategic Entry Point?
XRP trades at $1.42 after 10% drop. Korean exchange withdrawals hit records, whale flows turn positive, and bull flag targets $1.70. Analysis inside. The post XRP (XRP) Price Analysis: Could This 10% Correction Present a Strategic Entry Point? appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 7:39:30 AM
CLARITY Act Faces Key Obstacles: Stablecoin Yields and Housing Deal Complications
Senate Republicans target April for CLARITY Act markup as stablecoin yield negotiations progress and housing bill linkage adds complexity to passage. The post CLARITY Act Faces Key Obstacles: Stablecoin Yields and Housing Deal Complications appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 7:32:33 AM
Morgan Stanley (MS) Pushes Forward With Bitcoin ETF Plans in Amended SEC Filing
Morgan Stanley files updated S-1 for spot Bitcoin ETF (MSBT) with $1M seed capital and Coinbase custody, aiming to be first major U.S. bank sponsor. The post Morgan Stanley (MS) Pushes Forward With Bitcoin ETF Plans in Amended SEC Filing appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 7:31:49 AM
Nordic Crypto Exchange Safello Cross Lists Bittensor Staked TAO ETP on Nasdaq Stockholm
Safello has expanded its regulated cryptocurrency offerings by cross-listing the Bittensor Staked TAO Exchange-Traded Product (ETP) on Nasdaq Stockholm to increase Nordic investor access. Safello, the Nordic crypto exchange, announces the cross-listing of the Safello Bittensor Staked TAO ETP (STAO) on Nasdaq Stockholm as of 19 March 2026....
By Bitcoin.com 3/20/2026, 7:30:11 AM
Bittensor Price Up by 15% as Big Names Signal Support
Bittensor price is up by more than 15% today, March 20, 2026. The project was praised by Canadian-American…
By Niharika Deshpande 3/20/2026, 7:25:23 AM
Ethereum (ETH) Slides to $2,100 as MVRV Metric Signals Historic Buying Opportunity
Ethereum (ETH) falls to $2,100 after $2,400 rejection. MVRV ratio enters historic buy zone. Analysis of key support and resistance levels ahead. The post Ethereum (ETH) Slides to $2,100 as MVRV Metric Signals Historic Buying Opportunity appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 7:24:33 AM
Bull Market Structure, Sector Rotation Rhythm, and Retail Investor Behavioral Biases: On the Phenomenon of "Gaining on the Index, Losing on the Portfolio"
"Gaining on the index while losing on one's own portfolio" is one of the most characteristic predicaments afflicting retail investors during bull markets. This essay examines the causes and countermeasures through four dimensions: the phased structure of bull markets, sector rotation rhythm, psychological biases in holding behavior, and technical...
By N/A 3/20/2026, 7:20:45 AM
CLARITY Act Faces Delays as Stablecoin Yield and Housing Issues Complicate Negotiations
Senate Republicans target April for CLARITY Act markup as stablecoin yield negotiations advance and housing legislation may be tied to crypto bill passage. The post CLARITY Act Faces Delays as Stablecoin Yield and Housing Issues Complicate Negotiations appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 7:18:17 AM
Bitcoin Holds $70K as BTC ETF Outflows Impact the Market Mood
Bitcoin dips below $69K before recovering near $70K, with $406M in liquidations led by long positions. U.S. spot…
By Ritu Lavania 3/20/2026, 7:16:15 AM
Bitcoin’s price action looks dangerously similar to the pattern that sent it crashing to $60,000
The recent price action echoes the November–January pattern, showing weak conviction among the “buy the dip” crowd.
By Omkar Godbole 3/20/2026, 7:14:42 AM
Bitcoin (BTC) Slides Under $69K as Crude Oil Rockets to $119 Per Barrel
Bitcoin falls below $69K as oil prices spike to $119 amid U.S.-Iran tensions. Fed signals delayed rate cuts while BTC whale wallets continue growing. The post Bitcoin (BTC) Slides Under $69K as Crude Oil Rockets to $119 Per Barrel appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 3/20/2026, 7:05:28 AM
New Jersey Woman Allegedly Drains $86,840 From Bank Accounts in Debit Card Fraud Scheme
A New Jersey woman is accused of draining nearly $90,000 from the bank accounts of half a dozen people. The Office of New Jersey Attorney General, Jennifer Davenport, says 46-year-old Ibelis Gonzalez used fake IDs to steal $86,840 from victims’ accounts. The New Jersey attorney general alleges that from May 14th, 2024, through June 10th, 2024, […]...
By Henry Kanapi 3/20/2026, 7:04:17 AM
Nevada cleared to pursue restraining order against Kalshi
Nevada state authorities have been cleared to issue a temporary restraining order against prediction market platform Kalshi. On Thursday, the Ninth Circuit Appeals Court denied Kalshi’s emergency request to stay proceedings. The case will now be sent back to federal…
By Rony Roy 3/20/2026, 7:03:07 AM
Altcoin Trading Volumes Crash to Multi-Month Lows as Bear Market Grips Crypto Markets
TLDR: Binance altcoin trading volumes have fallen to $7.7B, down sharply from the $40–$50B recorded in late 2024. Combined altcoin volumes on other major exchanges now sit at $18.8B, well below prior peaks of $91B. Binance currently accounts for roughly 40% of total altcoin trading volume across all major exchanges. Historical data shows the best...
By Brenda Mary 3/20/2026, 7:02:11 AM
Ripple Survey Finds Mass Adoption Momentum — ‘The Digital Asset Revolution Is Happening Now’
Ripple on Thursday released findings from a global survey of more than 1,000 finance leaders, and concluded that the “digital asset revolution is happening now.” The study, conducted at the start of 2026 and spanning banks, asset managers, fintechs, and corporate treasuries, finds strong momentum behind crypto adoption with stablecoins and...
By Ronaldo Marquez 3/20/2026, 7:00:53 AM
Analyst Says Dogecoin At $2 Is ‘Inevitable’ As Elon Musk Revives ‘Dogefather’ Meme
While some market observers suggest that Dogecoin (DOGE) could be primed for a massive price expansion, Elon Musk revived his popular meme after a long time, reigniting enthusiasm among crypto community members. Related Reading: Solana Eyes ‘Clear Path’ Towards $115 Amid SEC Guidance, SOL ETFs Demand The ‘Dogefather’ Is Back? As investors wondered...
By Rubmar Garcia 3/20/2026, 7:00:14 AM
Shiba Inu Price Forecast: SHIB bounces higher, eyes key resistance amid burn activity
Shiba Inu (SHIB) extends gains nearly 6% at press time on Friday, after a Doji candle formation the previous day. Burning 4.27 million SHIB tokens over the last 24 hours eases overhead pressure on the meme coin, supporting the relief rally.
By N/A 3/20/2026, 7:00:00 AM
Artificial Superintelligence Alliance Price Forecast: FET rebound gains traction as whale buying picks up
Artificial Superintelligence Alliance (FET) price rebounds, trading above $0.230 as of writing on Friday after finding support around a key level the previous day. Strengthening on-chain data and improving derivatives metrics support further gains for the FET token in the upcoming days.
By N/A 3/20/2026, 6:54:08 AM
World Gold Council plans to build shared infrastructure platform for digital gold
The WGC's digital platform could revolutionize gold's role in finance, enhancing accessibility, liquidity, and integration into modern systems. The post World Gold Council plans to build shared infrastructure platform for digital gold appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 3/20/2026, 6:42:07 AM
Top 10 Layer-1 Blockchain Cryptos in March 2026
Layer-1 blockchains form the core framework of a blockchain ecosystem, acting as the base layer on which everything else is built. They leverage distributed ledger technology (DLT) to process, validate, and record transactions in a secure and transparent manner, removing the reliance on central intermediaries. By maintaining consensus and...
By N/A 3/20/2026, 6:40:59 AM
Gemini sued by investors over alleged IPO misstatements and strategy pivot
Gemini shareholders have targeted the crypto exchange through a new class action lawsuit alleging that it misled investors during and after its initial public offering. Filed in New York, the class action lawsuit has been brought against Gemini, its co-founders…
By Rony Roy 3/20/2026, 6:40:34 AM
Crypto News Today: Fed Goes Hawkish, and Bitcoin OGs Dump $117 Million While Pepeto Quietly Crosses $8 Million During Extreme Fear
The post Crypto News Today: Fed Goes Hawkish, and Bitcoin OGs Dump $117 Million While Pepeto Quietly Crosses $8 Million During Extreme Fear appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Fear and Greed Index just hit 23, and whale wallets added 4,200 Bitcoin in a single day while retail panic sold into the dip. When the smartest capital is buying...
By PR Manager 3/20/2026, 6:35:07 AM
Bitcoin price stalls at $70,000 as Asian tech stocks dip
Bitcoin price marched back above $70,000 on Friday morning, erasing part of the losses seen over the past two days. However, its momentum quickly gave up as Asian tech stocks dropped lower. After dropping over 8% to a weekly low…
By Rony Roy 3/20/2026, 6:33:43 AM
Adapt or Fail: Why TradFi Must Treat Stablecoins as Infrastructure, Not Competition
Ramp Network CEO Przemek Kowalczyk argues that traditional “lock-and-mint” bridges are inherently flawed due to their large attack surfaces and reliance on centralized validator sets. He adds that the rise of artificial intelligence agent frameworks, such as Openclaw, is transitioning decentralized finance from a manual process to an automated...
By Terence Zimwara 3/20/2026, 6:30:55 AM
Gemini Slashes Workforce by 30 Percent
Gemini Space Station, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has slashed its headcount by 30% following a disastrous $585 million annual net loss.
By Alex Dovbnya 3/20/2026, 6:30:34 AM
Quantum risk real, but not all crypto wallets equally vulnerable: Galaxy
Galaxy Digital’s Will Owens says most crypto wallets aren’t exposed to quantum risks, with vulnerabilities limited to cases where public keys are revealed.
By Stephen Katte 3/20/2026, 6:27:16 AM
Super Micro Co-Founder Arrested Over Alleged $2.5B Nvidia AI Server Smuggling Scheme
TLDR: DOJ charges allege $2.5B in Nvidia-powered AI servers were diverted to China through covert routes. Prosecutors claim fake documents and dummy servers were used to bypass U.S. export compliance checks. Over $510M in restricted AI systems allegedly shipped within weeks through a Southeast Asia network. SMCI stock fell after hours as legal...
By Brenda Mary 3/20/2026, 6:27:13 AM
Bittensor Jumps 13%; Is Hitting $300—Here’s What Next for the TAO Price Rally.
The post Bittensor Jumps 13%; Is Hitting $300—Here’s What Next for the TAO Price Rally. appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bittensor price has drawn strong market attention since February, rallying even as the broader market consolidated. Bulls stepped in aggressively below $250, driving TAO back toward a critical resistance zone. The token...
By Sahana Vibhute 3/20/2026, 6:04:15 AM
Super Micro co-founder arrested over alleged $2.5B AI chip smuggling scheme
US authorities say they have charged and arrested Supermicro co-founder Yih-Shyan “Wally” Liaw for allegedly funnelling $2.5 billion in AI servers to China through shell companies.
By N/A 3/20/2026, 6:03:01 AM
Kentucky crypto bill under fire over proposed hardware wallet “backdoor” requirement
A state-level crypto regulatory bill introduced in Kentucky includes provisions that would force hardware wallet manufacturers to build a “backdoor” into devices, according to the Bitcoin Policy Institute. Kentucky House Bill 380 has been amended at the last minute to…
By Rony Roy 3/20/2026, 6:02:25 AM
Circle Skills Gives AI Agents Blueprint for Building USDC Cross-Chain Apps
Circle's open-source toolkit helps Claude and other AI assistants build stablecoin apps with proper implementation patterns, reducing developer guesswork. (Read More)
By N/A 3/20/2026, 6:02:21 AM
Crypto Crackdown Intensifies: Canada Revokes 47 Licenses
Canada’s financial watchdog fined crypto platform Cryptomus $126 million last October after the company allegedly failed to flag suspicious transactions on 1,068 separate occasions in a single month. Related Reading: Crypto Power Move: Bitmine Ramps Up Ethereum Buys To 4.6M ETH A month before that, crypto exchange KuCoin was handed a $14 million...
By Christian Encila 3/20/2026, 6:00:51 AM
XRP Still In Danger Zone Without This Key Breakout: Analyst
A price zone that held as a floor throughout all of 2025 is now blocking XRP from recovering. The $1.80 level — once a reliable support — flipped to resistance in January 2026, and the token has not come close to reclaiming it since. Until it does, one analyst says XRP remains “in deep trouble.” Related Reading: Bitcoin Stalls Near $75K As Traders...
By Christian Encila 3/20/2026, 6:00:04 AM
Gemini sued over post-IPO strategy shift, declining stock price
Crypto exchange Gemini is facing a class-action lawsuit over what a complaint alleges is an “abrupt corporate pivot to a prediction-market-centric business model” after its IPO.
By Martin Young 3/20/2026, 5:58:33 AM
BORA (BORA) Price Prediction 2026, 2027–2030: Can It Recover From Past Lows?
The post BORA (BORA) Price Prediction 2026, 2027–2030: Can It Recover From Past Lows? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of Bore token is BORA could reach up to $0.12 in 2026 if real adoption grows through gaming apps and stronger ecosystem integration. Long-term growth depends on actual usage, successful game...
By Rizwan Ansari 3/20/2026, 5:49:17 AM
Bitcoin Struggles to Recover as Fed Holds Firm on Rates and Inflation Stays Elevated
TLDR: The Fed now projects only one rate cut for 2026, leaving Bitcoin and risk assets with limited near-term relief. Inflation forecasts have been revised upward to 2.7% for 2026, driven partly by rising oil and natural gas prices. The U.S. 30-year treasury yield is approaching 5%, raising the cost of capital and tightening global [...] The post...
By Brenda Mary 3/20/2026, 5:46:49 AM