Crypto
AI Summary
- Regulatory scrutiny is intensifying, with the DOJ investigating Binance for sanctions evasion and the UK government labeling crypto a 'growing risk,' while SEC chair calls for coordinated oversight among U.S. regulators.
- Financial institutions are increasingly engaging with digital assets, as evidenced by Wells Fargo filing a trademark for crypto payments and trading, and Bitcoin ETFs attracting significant inflows, with Goldman Sachs emerging as a top XRP ETF holder.
- The tokenization of assets is gaining momentum, reaching $23.6 billion as investors seek 'always-on' markets, and stablecoins like Societe Generale's EURCV on Stellar are expanding, though some analysts warn of stablecoin booms potentially impacting traditional bank profits.
- Despite network activity surges, Ether's price and blockchain fees have lagged, prompting discussions about an 'adoption paradox' and potential altseasons, while DeFi platforms like Aave faced significant liquidations due to a price glitch.
- Artificial intelligence continues to be a major focus, with Nvidia's CEO anticipating massive infrastructure needs and various projects exploring AI's integration with blockchain for micropayments and agentic finance, though demand remains a challenge for some.
Sources
Cointelegraph
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Wells Fargo files WFUSD trademark for crypto payments and trading
an hour ago
by Cointelegraph by Amin Haqshanas
Latest NewsThe US banking giant seeks trademark protection for “WFUSD,” covering crypto trading, payments, staking software and blockchain-based financial services.
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DOJ probes Iran’s alleged use of Binance to evade US sanctions: WSJ
an hour ago
by Cointelegraph by Helen Partz
Latest NewsThe Department of Justice is investigating Iran’s use of Binance for alleged sanctions evasion after the exchange repeatedly denied wrongdoing.
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ECB reveals Appia roadmap for central bank money in Europe’s tokenized markets
an hour ago
by Cointelegraph by Helen Partz
Latest NewsThe European Central Bank has launched Appia to guide Europe’s tokenized financial ecosystem anchored in central bank money, with early Pontes pilots planned for 2026.
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XRP price chart mirrors 1,500% rally setup from 2017, but there is a catch
an hour ago
by Cointelegraph by Nancy Lubale
Market AnalysisXRP's weekly chart mirrors the 2017 setup that projects a massive upward rally, but bulls must first break resistance around $2.
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US seeks forfeiture of $3.4M in USDt tied to crypto investment scam
3 hours ago
by Cointelegraph by Amin Haqshanas
Latest NewsUS prosecutors moved to forfeit $3.44 million in USDt allegedly tied to a crypto investment scam that tricked victims into sending Ether to wallets controlled by fraudsters.
CoinDesk
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Bitcoin stuck under $70,000 as investors play it safe before U.S. inflation report
2 hours ago
by Omkar Godbole
Crypto Daybook Americas, NewsYour day-ahead look for March 11, 2026
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Bitcoin drops on Iran war uncertainty, AI tokens jump
2 hours ago
by Oliver Knight
Markets, Crypto Markets Today, Derivatives, Altcoins, AI, NewsBTC traded near $69,500 after failing to hold $71,000 as the Iran war kept markets cautious. AI tokens including ICP, FET outperformed on strong retail demand.
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Oracle jumps 11% premarket as AI demand challenges 'SaaS apocalypse' fears
3 hours ago
by James Van Straten
Markets, Oracles, Artificial Intelligence, NewsCloud and AI growth beat expectations while investors grow less worried about Oracle’s debt plans and software disruption.
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Coinbase-backed AI payments protocol wants to fix micropayment but demand is just not there yet
5 hours ago
by Sam Reynolds
Markets, Artificial Intelligence, payments, NewsAgentic commerce holds promise, but data shows that x402 is still in the trial phase
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Next week could spice things up for bitcoin as seven central banks face an inflation test
6 hours ago
by Omkar Godbole
Markets, Bitcoin News, central banks, Federal Reserve, NewsSeven major central banks, including the Federal Reserve, will issue rate decisions next week just as war-driven oil price spikes raise fresh concerns about global inflation.
Decrypt
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Bitcoin Retreats Under $70K as IEA Weighs Historic Oil Reserve Release
an hour ago
by Akash Girimath
MarketsBitcoin’s drop coincides with an IEA proposal to stabilize energy markets, leaving derivatives traders paying for downside protection.
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DOJ Seeks Forfeiture of $3.4M in USDT Tied to Ethereum Investment Scam
2 hours ago
by Decrypt Agent
Law and OrderFederal prosecutors in Massachusetts have moved to forfeit 3.44 million USDT linked to an alleged text-based crypto investment fraud.
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Democrats Introduce Bill to Ban Prediction Market Contracts on War and Death
8 hours ago
by Vismaya V
Law and OrderThe DEATH BETS Act would prohibit CFTC-registered exchanges from listing contracts tied to terrorism, assassination, war, or death.
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Ripple Seeks Australian Financial License to 'Scale' Payments Across the Region
10 hours ago
by Vince Dioquino
BusinessIf approved, the license would allow Ripple to run services and bring its infrastructure into the country’s financial system.
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China Plays the Long Game in AI While US Chases Superintelligence: Brookings
11 hours ago
by Jason Nelson
Artificial IntelligenceA Brookings report says China’s AI strategy prioritizes efficiency, open-source adoption, and embedding AI into real-world systems.
AMBCrypto
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Bitcoin LTH activity hits cycle lows: Is $63K BTC’s next key support?
4 hours ago
by Gladys Makena
Bitcoin, BTC Trading View, News, News 1, Social, Trading View, ambcryptoBitcoin's long-term holders' activity plummeted to bear-market levels.
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‘Attempts to hijack the CLARITY Act are shameful’: Trump advisor slams banks
5 hours ago
by Benjamin Njiri
Global News, News, News 1, Social, Trading View, ambcryptoWill lawmakers resolve the CLARITY Act's stalled momentum?
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How $15B Fed injection could trigger crypto’s next macro rally
5 hours ago
by Ritika Gupta
Altcoin, Bitcoin, BTC Trading View, News, News 1, Social, Trading View, ambcryptoFed buyback triggers QE debate amid $10 billion tokenized Treasury surge.
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MORPHO price prediction – Watch out for THIS key level after 9% daily surge!
7 hours ago
by Kelvin Murithi
Altcoin, News, News 1, Social, Trading ViewA good few days for MORPHO, but will they go on?
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South Korea’s FIU warns Bithumb of a six-month ban as Bitcoin exchange flows fall
8 hours ago
by Ishika Kumari
Global News, News, News 1, Social, Trading ViewIs Bithumb the first domino? All about South Korea’s latest crackdown!