Sharplink Posts $734 Million Loss as Ethereum Staking Revenue Soars
March 09, 2026 | decrypt.co
The Ethereum-buying firm attributed its full-year performance to the asset’s volatility.

Bhutan moves $12M in Bitcoin as government transfers top $42M so far this year
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Bhutan moves $12M in Bitcoin as transfers surpass $42M in 2026 while remaining the 7th largest sovereign BTC holder.

Stocks Fall Across Wall Street as Iran War Risks Lift Oil and Trigger Risk-off Trading
March 09, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
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Hyperliquid trader goes all in on oil and gets liquidated in under 40 minutes
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The rapid liquidation highlights the risks of high-leverage trading amid volatile markets, underscoring the need for strategic risk management.

Coinbase Debuts Crypto Futures for European Traders, Including Bitcoin and Ethereum
March 09, 2026 | decrypt.co
Coinbase launched regulated crypto futures in 26 European countries, offering perpetual and dated contracts with up to 10x leverage.

Sharplink posts $734M loss as Ethereum treasury grows to nearly 870K ETH
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Sharplink reports a $734M loss for 2025 as it expands its Ethereum treasury strategy and grows holdings to nearly 870K ETH.

Are US stablecoins just CBDCs in disguise? Look closely and the differences start to blur
March 09, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
America may reject the name “CBDC” while still building the conditions for CBDC-like control through private dollar infrastructure.

Bitcoin passes 20 million mined coins as remaining supply falls below 1 million BTC
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Bitcoin reaches 20 million mined coins, marking over 95% of total supply with the final 1 million BTC to be mined over the next 114 years.

Blockchain.com expands into Ghana after 700% trading growth in Nigeria
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The crypto brokerage said increasing demand across West Africa is driving its expansion as user activity grows across the Sub-Saharan region.

Recession odds climb as oil tops $100 amid Iran war
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Betting markets are now putting roughly a four-in-ten chance on the United States falling into a recession before the end of 2026, as oil crosses $100 a barrel for the first time…

Bhutan moves nearly $12 million in bitcoin as 2026 outflows pile up
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
The recent moves are comparatively much smaller than when Bhutan moved over $60 million in bitcoin last July over the course of four days.

Nigel Farage Backs Bitcoin Treasury Firm Chaired By Former Chancellor
March 09, 2026 | decrypt.co
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has joined the $333,000 fundraising round for Stack BTC alongside Blockchain.com.

The Daily: Bitcoin’s mined supply tops 20 million BTC, Nasdaq partners with Kraken on tokenization initiative, and more
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

Jito price prediction 2026-2032: Will JTO price hit $5?
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Will Jito price hit $10?

World Liberty Financial’s Controversial Proposal to Link Voting Rights With Staking Gains 99% Support
March 09, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
The Trump Family-linked World Liberty Financial is reportedly gaining strong support for a proposal that could alter voting power significantly.

Coinbase and Paxos tap USDC, PYUSD stablecoins to pay Aon insurance premiums
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
Financial services firm Aon accepted USDC and PYUSD stablecoins for Coinbase and Paxos's insurance premium payments.

Can you still mine Bitcoin on a PC in 2026? Here is the reality
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Mining Bitcoin on a desktop in 2026 may sound simple, but is it profitable?

Strategy’s 101st Bitcoin buy: How will corporate treasury demand reshape BTC?
March 09, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Rising corporate accumulation indicates Bitcoin is evolving from a speculative asset into a strategic treasury reserve.

Microsoft adds Anthropic AI agents to Microsoft 365 Copilot
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Microsoft is adding Anthropic’s Claude Cowork to Microsoft 365 Copilot, giving business users a new tool that can do actual office work instead of just answering questions.

Ethereum Foundation to stake 70K ETH as network staking nears one-third of supply
March 09, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The Ethereum Foundation has begun staking part of its treasury, planning to deploy up to 70,000 ETH.

Bitmine adds 61K ETH as prices hit $2K, Tom Lee says mini crypto winter may be ending
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Bitmine's strategic ETH accumulation and staking expansion signal growing confidence in crypto's recovery, potentially boosting market stability.

Bitcoin’s Fixed Supply Comes Into Focus as Network Passes 20 Million Coins Mined
March 09, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Onchain data indicates that the Bitcoin network has now recorded the mining of its 20th million bitcoin, leaving fewer than one million coins still waiting to be brought into…

Bitcoin Correction Intensifies With A Sharp Surge In Coins Held At A Loss
March 09, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Over the weekend, the cryptocurrency market saw heightened bearishness, with Bitcoin’s price pulling back sharply and dropping below $70,000.

New Bitcoin indicator reveals we just avoided a major drop — but one level could decide the next breakout
March 09, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Bitcoin spent the weekend mostly within a familiar price channel, then slipped lower before recovering as traders reacted to the developing impact of the Iran war.

Hyperliquid Price Prediction 2026-2032: How High Will HYPE Go?
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Let's take a deep dive into what the future holds for the HYPE token in Cryptopolitan's HyperLiquid price prediction for 2026 and beyond.

Institutional Investors Pour $619,000,000 Into Bitcoin and Crypto Assets in One Week: CoinShares
March 09, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
Institutional investors just bought an overall total of $619 million in Bitcoin and crypto assets in one week, according to a new update from CoinShares.

Anthropic files lawsuit against US government over supply chain risk label
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Anthropic's legal battle highlights tensions between AI ethics and national security, potentially reshaping tech-government collaborations.

Big Banks Threaten To Sue OCC Over Crypto Rules, Citing Threats To Financial Stability
March 09, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The traditional banking sector in the United States is reportedly intensifying its opposition to crypto firms and considering a potential lawsuit against the Office of the…

Ether holds $2K as traders make push toward overhead short liquidity
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Ether's short liquidity may be the next target for bullish traders who have piled into fresh leveraged positions.

China inflation hits three-year high on Lunar New Year spending
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
China saw consumer inflation pick up in February, with prices rising at the fastest yearly pace in about three years as Lunar New Year spending gave demand a lift.

Bitcoin could be the big winner if the U.S.-Iran conflict drags on for months
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
Macro strategist Mark Connors says war-driven spending, rising debt and lower interest rates could support bitcoin.

Bitcoin reaches 20M supply milestone as final coins set to take 114 years to mine
March 09, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Bitcoin has reached a historic milestone with 20 million BTC mined.

Bitcoin rises to $69,000, stocks reverse big early losses, as crude oil sinks back below $100
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
WTI crude oil, which soared nearly 30% to $120 per barrel overnight, has pulled back to $95, easing pressure on risk assets.

Ethereum down 60% from ATH! – THESE onchain signals raise new warning
March 09, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Ethereum is facing weakening on-chain activity, while off-chain indicators remain firmly in bearish territory.

EU’s regulated blockchain securities market adds first bank participant
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Swiss crypto bank Amina has joined 21X as a regulated banking participant, linking traditional financial institutions with a blockchain-based market for issuing tokenized…

Oil chaos sends crypto and equities in opposite directions
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The divergence between crypto and equities amid oil chaos suggests potential shifts in market dynamics, but long-term trends remain uncertain.

Bitcoin ETF flows drop to $619M as spiking oil prices rattle risk assets
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Geopolitical tensions and volatile oil prices highlight Bitcoin's vulnerability to macroeconomic factors, challenging its "safe haven" status.

US Treasury report acknowledges legitimate uses for crypto mixers
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The US Treasury's acknowledgment of legitimate crypto mixer uses may shift regulatory focus, potentially boosting privacy-focused crypto investments.

Bitcoin price retags $69K as G7 oil plan hangs in the balance
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin managed to avoid losses suffered by global stock markets over oil supply uncertainty, with a 5% relief bounce from its weekly open level.

Flow sues Korean exchanges to block token delisting
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Flow Foundation and Dapper Labs have filed an emergency injunction with the Seoul Central District Court on Monday, in an attempt to block South Korea’s three largest…

Zcash Open Development Lab raises $25 million from leading crypto investors Paradigm, a16z and others
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
Zcash Open Development Lab is developing the Zodl wallet, using the popular Zashi wallet codebase, and other Zcash-related tech.

ETF Weekly: Bitcoin ETFs Add $568 Million Despite Late Outflow Streak
March 09, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) delivered a mixed but largely positive performance during the week of March 2–6.

Josh Swihart's Zcash Open Development Lab raises $25 million in seed funding
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
The capital will be used to expand development of the Zcash (ZEC) protocol and its privacy-focused self-custodial mobile wallet, Zodl.

Global insurance broker Aon tests stablecoin payments with Coinbase, Paxos
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
The firm used USDC on Ethereum and PayPal USD on Solana for insurance premium payments, testing how stablecoins could reshape settlements.

Zcash surges as core development team closes $25 million funding round
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The funding round's success highlights growing institutional interest in privacy tech, potentially boosting Zcash's ecosystem and innovation.

Consensys-backed SharpLink reports $734 million loss as ETH holdings climb
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
SharpLink generated 14,516 ETH in native and liquid staking rewards since launching its treasury strategy in June 2025.

XRP holders face $50B in unrealized losses as it trades below $1.40
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
60% of XRP's circulating supply trades underwater at $1.35, with spot ETF outflows and weak sentiment adding pressure on the bulls amid the current slump.

XRP Ledger Is Rising Rapidly In This Main Metric That Could Change Its Course
March 09, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Crypto pundit CW has noted that transactions on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) are rising rapidly, which presents a bullish outlook for XRP.

38 days of extreme fear as crypto sentiment hits 4-year low – Should you be worried?
March 09, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Investors are retreating, activity is cooling, and fear dominates crypto, but hidden on-chain signals hint at something unexpected.

Tron Price Prediction 2026–2032: Will Tron reach $1?
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key Takeaways:   TRX is the native token of the Tron network used to govern and settle transaction fees.

Stock market volatility hits one-year high, possibly marking bitcoin bottom
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
Bitcoin has its own volatility gauge (BVIV), and that spiked in early February, suggesting crypto markets may have already experienced their panic phase.

Bitcoin floats near $70,000 as dollar strength and oil volatility pressure risk assets: analysts
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
Following an initial pullback, bitcoin rose toward $70,000 as oil volatility and a stronger U.S.

Strategy Drops $1.28 Billion on Bitcoin, Issues $377 Million in Preferred Shares
March 09, 2026 | decrypt.co
Michael Saylor declared the start of a “second century,” following the firm’s 100th Bitcoin purchase last month.

Sonic Labs taps Frax infrastructure for native network stablecoin
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
Sonic Labs' USSD stablecoin is backed by tokenized Treasuries products from BlackRock, WisdomTree, and Superstate.

South Korea hits Bithumb with six-month partial suspension
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Incoming news from South Korea reports that the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has issued a preliminary notice to Bithumb.

Bitcoin ETF Flows Cool to $619 Million as Oil Prices Spike
March 09, 2026 | decrypt.co
Crypto funds saw $619M weekly inflow as oil spikes triggered late outflows, with experts split on whether Bitcoin can withstand macro pressure.

Florida Stablecoin Bill Clears Senate 37-0, Awaits Governor Ron DeSantis
March 09, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Florida lawmakers have approved what could become the first comprehensive state-level framework for payment stablecoins in the United States, sending the legislation to Gov.

SUI At Decision Point: RSI Trendline Could Trigger A Drop Or Bounce
March 09, 2026 | newsbtc.com
SUI is approaching a key decision point as technical signals begin to shape its next move.

XRP is bleeding with over $50 billion in unrealized losses as 60% of supply goes underwater
March 09, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
XRP remains under significant pressure as the latest oil shock and broader market unease push investors toward a more defensive stance.

South Korea crypto exchange Bithumb hit with suspension, CEO faces disciplinary action: report
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
Bithumb was recently targeted by an investigation after the exchange mistakenly sent 620,000 BTC to hundreds of users.

Morning Minute: Bitcoin Rebounds to $69K as Oil Skyrockets, Then Cools
March 09, 2026 | decrypt.co
Bitcoin and other crypto coins are rising as oil's surge cools, Polymarket and Kalshi are reportedly raising at massive valuations, and more.

Here’s what happened in crypto today
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
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Arthur Hayes predicts HYPE could hit $150 by August on revenue growth, strong buybacks
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
HYPE's potential surge underscores the growing influence of decentralized finance platforms in reshaping traditional trading dynamics.

Japan’s Nikkei 225 Marks Third-Largest Point Drop in History After 4,200-Point Intraday Plunge
March 09, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
The Japanese stock market experienced historic volatility on March 9, with the Nikkei 225 plunging over 4,200 points at its lowest, ultimately closing down 2,892.12 points (or…

US banking lobby weighs lawsuit against OCC over crypto, fintech national trust charters: report
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
The Bank Policy Institute is reportedly weighing a lawsuit against the OCC over national trust charters for crypto and fintech firms.

Bithumb faces possible six-month partial suspension in South Korea
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Crypto exchange Bithumb risks a partial business suspension for negligence around money laundering and customer verification practices, according to local media reports.

Chiliz jumps 10%: Is CHZ’s breakout signaling a stronger recovery?
March 09, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
CHZ breaks above its regression trend channel as volume surges, yet sell pressure still lingers beneath.

Bitget Upgrades Agent Hub With Skills and CLI, Allowing OpenClaw to Start Trading in Three Minutes
March 09, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
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How United Nations Development Programme is using blockchains for public infrastructure
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
A new United Nations Development Programme report outlines how blockchain can support public systems.

Ethereum Rises to $2,000 as Tom Lee's BitMine Tops Up $9 Billion ETH Treasury
March 09, 2026 | decrypt.co
The price of Ethereum is up 4% over the last day, rebounding after a weekend slump under $2,000 as BitMine reveals its latest ETH buy.

'Mini crypto winter' nearly over, says Tom Lee as Bitmine ramps up pace of ether acquisition
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
The company now holds more than 4.5 million ETH, worth over $9 billion, though it is sitting on a loss of nearly $8 billion.

Nasdaq Partners With Kraken for Tokenized Stocks, Launching 2027
March 09, 2026 | decrypt.co
The initiative is geared towards modernizing processes including corporate actions, shareholder engagement and proxy voting.

Strategy splashes $1.2B in biggest BTC weekly purchase since January
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Strategy acquired 17,994 BTC, with around 30% of funding raised from preferred STRC shares.

Bitmine lifts Ethereum treasury to 4.53 million ETH after adding 60,976 tokens in a week amid ‘mini-crypto winter’
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
Bitmine Immersion Technologies has increased its ether treasury to 4.535 million ETH — about 3.76% of total supply.

Bitcoiners celebrate as the network produces its 20 millionth coin
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
“A digital money system with transparent, predictable, and ultimately scarce supply...

2026 Crypto Market Outlook: Why Investors Track Binance Coin (BNB) and New Utility Protocols
March 09, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
In early 2026, the altcoin industry is shifting from speculation toward a utility-first approach.

Bitcoin’s mined supply hits 20 million milestone, leaving final 1 million BTC to be issued over next 114 years
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
The final 1 million BTC will take over a century to mine, with the last fractions, measured in satoshis, expected to be issued around 2140.

Treasury’s GENIUS Act Report Backs Mixers, But Wants a New ‘Hold Law’ For Crypto
March 09, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Treasury sent Congress its GENIUS‑Act‑mandated report on “innovative tools” to fight crypto‑enabled illicit finance.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Avalanche (AVAX) Gains 2% as Index Trades Flat
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
Internet Computer (ICP), up 1.4% from Friday, was also among the top performers.

Crypto doesn’t belong in AI portfolio as it’s ‘a different animal,’ says tech investor and former Snap exec
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
Former Snap strategy chief and Credit Suisse banker says crypto sits outside his AI thesis.

USDC market growth primes Ethereum for fresh stablecoin activity surge
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Ethereum is turning into a stablecoin hub, as fees fell to historical lows.

Strategy Buys 17,994 Bitcoin for $1.28B, Expands Corporate BTC Hoard to 738,731
March 09, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Strategy is rapidly expanding its bitcoin treasury, deploying nearly $1.3 billion raised through equity sales to accumulate more BTC while tightening its capital markets…

Nasdaq partners with Boerse Stuttgart Group’s Seturion to advance tokenized securities settlement in Europe
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The partnership could significantly streamline European financial markets, enhancing efficiency and integration while supporting regulatory compliance.

Während der US-Ölpreis 120 $ erreicht, schließen sich Krypto-Investoren Hyper an
March 09, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Der Preis für US-Öl ist im vorbörslichen Handel auf über 120 $ pro Barrel gestiegen, nachdem die anhaltende Eskalation des Konflikts mit dem Iran wichtige Versorgungsleitungen im…

Vienna-based Startup Launches AI Pipeline Builder for Gaming Studios
March 09, 2026 | decrypt.co
The platform uses multiple AI agents to generate and optimize game assets as studios increasingly experiment with AI in production.

Bitcoin At The Bottom? The 23-Month Cycle That Has Never Failed
March 09, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Crypto analyst Coinvo has explained why Bitcoin may be close to a bottom, which could spark a rally to new highs.

Has Bitcoin formed a bull trap? Uncertainty fuels fresh BTC losses
March 09, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Wider market fear and uncertainty are not conducive to risk-taking investor sentiment.

Banks will run RWAs on two blockchain rails, says RedStone co-founder
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
RedStone co-founder Marcin Kaźmierczak says banks are splitting RWA infrastructure between private networks like Canton and public chains such as Ethereum.

Strategy buys $1.3B in Bitcoin as holdings top 738,000 BTC
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The purchase brings Strategy’s total Bitcoin reserves to nearly 739,000 BTC despite the asset trading below the company’s average acquisition price.

Bitcoin’s Next Big Move Brewing? Charts Show Market Locked in Tense Standoff
March 09, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Bitcoin traded at $67,618 on March 9, 2026, with a market capitalization of $1.35 trillion and 24 hour trading volume of $44.47 billion.

KAST raises $80 million at $600 million valuation to expand stablecoin payments platform
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
Funding will support product expansion, licensing and compliance as the company scales a platform for cross-border stablecoin payments.

Bithumb faces proposed 6-month partial ban over South Korea AML breaches
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
The suspension, according to local media reports, would only restrict virtual asset transfers for newly registered users, not affecting existing customer operations.

Stablecoin payments startup Kast raises $80M at $600M valuation: Report
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Stablecoin banking startup Kast secured fresh funding as it looks to expand payment infrastructure across North America, Latin America and the Middle East.

Nigel Farage invests $286K in UK Bitcoin treasury company Stack BTC
March 09, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Nigel Farage has acquired a 6.31% stake in the London-listed Bitcoin treasury company Stack BTC amid broader scrutiny over crypto donations in UK politics.

Africa’s web3 and digital economy ecosystem converges in Abia state
March 09, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Abia State is set to host one of Africa’s most anticipated technology and innovation gatherings…

U.S. Treasury signals shift on crypto mixers, acknowledges legitimate privacy uses
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
A congressional report on implementing the Genius Act acknowledges the existence of lawful uses for blockchain privacy tools even as U.S.

Crypto funding maintains positive yearly momentum despite February slowdown
March 09, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Crypto funding is up 50% year on year despite raised capital falling 65% in the last month, according to data from Messari.

Michael Saylor's Strategy made $1.3 billion bitcoin purchase last week
March 09, 2026 | coindesk.com
The company now holds 738,731 bitcoin purchased for about $56 billion and worth roughly $50 billion at the current price just shy of $68,000.

Strategy buys 17,994 Bitcoin for $1.3B
March 09, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Strategy's aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy could influence corporate treasury practices, potentially increasing market volatility.

‘The second century begins’: Michael Saylor’s Strategy buys another 17,994 bitcoin for $1.3 billion as holdings reach 738,731 BTC
March 09, 2026 | theblock.co
Strategy's holdings account for more than 3.4% of the total 21 million bitcoin supply — worth around $50 billion.