Day: March 4, 2026

Bitcoin Is a Real-Time Sentiment Gauge for Weekend Warmongering

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Crypto markets became the first outlet for investor reaction after US and Israeli strikes on Iran rattled global sentiment over the weekend. At around 7:30 am (UTC) on Saturday, or in the wee hours of Wall Street, US President Donald Trump posted a video to announce that the US and Israel had launched attacks against Iran. Bitcoin (BTC) immediately reacted and dropped to around $63,000. Meanwhile, traders rushed to crypto-native platforms to trade commodities futures while traditional markets remained closed. Bitcoin’s rollercoaster weekend foreshadowed major indexes opening lower on Monday.…

UK Lords Press Coinbase on Stablecoins, KYC and Bank‑Run Risks

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The United Kingdom House of Lords grilled Coinbase’s top international policy executive on Wednesday over whether stablecoins would drain bank deposits and add new risks to the UK financial system, pressing him on everything from Silicon Valley Bank‑style runs to illicit finance and Know Your Customer (KYC) rules.  During the Lords’ stablecoins inquiry, Tom Duff Gordon, Coinbase’s vice president for international policy, insisted that fully reserved, regulated stablecoins were “safer than uninsured bank deposits” because they are backed one‑to‑one by cash and high‑quality government securities and can be redeemed at…

Nat Eliason: Crypto’s evolution from profit to tech potential, AI’s role in autonomous business operations, and the importance of financial incentives for creators

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Key takeaways The evolution of crypto interest shifts from financial gain to technological potential. Crypto plays a crucial role in enabling AI agent payments infrastructure. AI significantly enhances coding efficiency and is more reliable than often perceived. Open claws have the potential to operate businesses autonomously. Building a business on token speculation is not sustainable. Complexity in management should be added only when necessary. Openclaw community often prioritizes presentation over practical results. Revenue potential for businesses could reach millions with continued growth. Prioritizing capital towards existing businesses with better margins…

CoinShares introduces BNB Staking ETP with zero fees

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CoinShares, a European investment firm focused on digital assets, announced Wednesday the launch of a new exchange-traded product tied to BNB that incorporates staking rewards and carries no management fees. The fund, the CoinShares BNB Staking ETP, trades under the ticker CBNB and is fully collateralized by on-chain BNB holdings and offers investors a 0.25% annual staking yield. It will be available on the SIX Swiss Exchange, one of the largest stock exchanges in Europe. BNB functions as the utility token for BNB Chain, a blockchain network that supports decentralized…

South Korea Plans 20% Cap on Crypto Exchange Shareholder Stakes: Report

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South Korea’s government and ruling party have reportedly agreed on a plan to cap the ownership stakes of major shareholders in domestic crypto exchanges at 20%. The Democratic Party of Korea’s digital asset task force and the Financial Services Commission (FSC) agreed to set the maximum shareholding limit at 20% after discussions, according to a Wednesday report by local media outlet Herald Economy. However, regulators may allow exceptions of up to 34% for new businesses through an enforcement decree. The threshold references the Commercial Act’s 33.3% veto threshold in general…

XRP Price Gears Up For A Major 680% Move Against Bitcoin To Reach $10

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Crypto analyst Javon Marks has predicted that the XRP price could rally 680% against Bitcoin, reaching $10 in the process. The analyst also indicated that the altcoin could rally higher, reaching the $15 target.  XRP Price Eyes 680% Rally Against Bitcoin In an X post, Javon Marks stated that the XRP price against Bitcoin looks to be setting up for an over 680% run, which could spark a larger rally for the altcoin. He noted that this could lead to a move to the $10 price point for XRP. The…

Tesla billionaire buys 1M Nvidia shares, plans another 1M purchase

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Leo KoGuan, the founder of global IT solutions firm SHI International and one of Tesla’s largest individual shareholders, disclosed today that he acquired one million shares of Nvidia on Tuesday. I was all-in-Tesla; I am still mostly in Tesla + T-bills I bought 1 million shares of NVDA last night; plan to buy more. I am convinced AI is NOT a bubble, it is only the beginning. AI is the heart of KQID time engine. KQID is AGI. KQID is Singularity. — KoGuan Leo (@KoguanLeo) March 4, 2026 The billionaire…

Tether announces strategic investment in Eight Sleep at $1.5B valuation to advance AI-powered health technology

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Crypto giant Tether, through its venture arm, has made a strategic investment in Eight Sleep at a $1.5 billion valuation to accelerate AI-driven health technology, according to a Wednesday announcement. The deal aims to establish a long-term partnership between the two firms, with Eight Sleep planning to integrate Tether’s QVAC architecture into its products. QVAC Health is Tether’s recently launched platform intended to consolidate fitness and wellness data from various wearables and inputs into a single encrypted environment that operates without reliance on third-party cloud services. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino…

3 Signs That $80K Is the Next Logical Target for Bitcoin Bulls

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Bitcoin (BTC) bulls are eyeing a move back toward $80,000 in March, with at least three indicators flashing increasing upside momentum. Key takeaways: Bitcoin jumped by over 5% toward $72,000 on Wednesday. Multiple indicators, including a symmetrical triangle, hint at an extended price rally toward $80,000. Bitcoin invalidates bearish chart pattern On Wednesday, BTC’s price showed signs of invalidating what initially appeared to be a bear pennant. The BTC/USD pair pierced the pennant’s upper trend line after jumping 5.21% to around $71,900. Its breakout came alongside a rise in trading…