Crypto withdrawals from Iran’s largest exchange surged following US-Israeli airstrikes, before internet blackouts sharply reduced activity.
Turkey’s ruling party has proposed a 10% tax on crypto gains, granting the president authority to adjust the rate within a defined range.
Vitalik Buterin said AI-assisted vibe coding may accelerate Ethereum’s long-term roadmap, while cautioning that rapid prototypes carry significant security risks.
Nasdaq has sought SEC approval to list fixed-payout binary options tied to the Nasdaq 100, signaling traditional exchanges’ push into prediction-style markets.
A viral AI dystopia spoof is fueling debate across tech and crypto as automation-driven layoffs rise and projects promote user-owned AI agents as an alternative model.
X has revised its paid partnership policy to permit crypto-related promotional content, with restrictions in select jurisdictions and stricter disclosure requirements.
Arthur Hayes argues that prolonged US military engagement with Iran could prompt monetary easing, potentially expanding liquidity and influencing crypto markets.
A consortium of European banks is engaging crypto exchanges and liquidity providers ahead of a planned euro-pegged stablecoin launch in 2026.
SpaceX’s Bitcoin holdings have declined to about $545 million as the company reportedly prepares for a potential IPO, highlighting balance sheet exposure to crypto volatility.
Crypto hacks and scams totaled $26.5 million in February, marking the lowest monthly losses since March 2025, according to PeckShield.
Aave’s “Aave Will Win” framework passed its Temp Check with 52.6% support, advancing to the ARFC stage amid a divided governance vote.
Magic Eden will wind down its Ethereum and Bitcoin NFT operations as it reallocates resources to its on-chain casino platform, Dicey. The move reflects shifting revenue dynamics in the NFT market.
South Korea has launched a cross-agency review of seized digital assets after a government agency exposed a wallet seed phrase, resulting in multimillion-dollar losses.
MoonPay has introduced PYUSDx, a framework enabling developers to issue app-specific stablecoins backed by PayPal USD as competition in programmable dollar infrastructure intensifies.
Barclays is reportedly evaluating blockchain infrastructure for payments, deposits, and stablecoin applications as banks and Big Tech accelerate digital asset initiatives.