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Sen. Murphy is pushing legislation to ban prediction market betting on government actions after allegations that White House insiders profited $1 million from Iran strike prediction contracts. This regulatory move could significantly impact prediction market platforms and their operations.
ZeroHash has applied for a national trust bank charter to expand its regulated stablecoin services. The charter would enable the company to operate under a unified federal regulatory framework instead of navigating individual state regulations.
Google discovered a new iOS exploit kit called Coruna that silently infiltrates iPhones through compromised websites to steal cryptocurrency from popular wallet apps including MetaMask, Phantom, and Trust Wallet. The attack requires no user interaction beyond visiting a malicious website on an unpatched iPhone device.
Bitcoin dropped to $63,030 following US-Israel strikes on Iran, then rallied 17% to hit $74,000 intraday on March 4. The cryptocurrency currently trades at $73,613, up 7.7% in 24 hours, but faces critical support at $70,000 with potential downside to $60,000 if that level fails.
X user 'Sillytuna' reported that approximately $24 million in cryptocurrency was stolen during a violent physical attack. The incident highlights the security risks faced by cryptocurrency traders and the potential for targeted crimes against crypto holders.
IREN announced plans to expand processing capacity by 50% through ordering over 50,000 Nvidia GPUs and filed for a potential $6 billion at-the-market share offering. The news caused the company's stock to decline in pre-market trading despite the significant capacity expansion plans.
Weekly stablecoin inflows surged 414% to $1.7 billion according to Messari data. This significant increase occurs amid ongoing Washington debates over yield-bearing stablecoin regulations that continue to delay broader US crypto market structure discussions.
The Iran conflict is reviving centuries-old economic theories that challenge the current WTO-based global trade system. This shift suggests a potential restructuring of international economic relationships away from multilateral trade frameworks toward more traditional economic models.
A crypto holder known as Sillytuna lost $24 million in aEthUSDC tokens through an address poisoning attack that also involved violent threats. The attacker has already converted most of the stolen funds according to on-chain data.
Kraken Financial became the first crypto-focused bank in US history to secure a Federal Reserve master account, marking significant integration into traditional finance. An expert suggests Ripple may be next to achieve similar regulatory approval for direct Fed access.
Kraken has gained access to the Federal Reserve's payment infrastructure through a master account, sparking speculation about whether Ripple could achieve similar regulatory approval. This development represents a significant regulatory milestone that could have major implications for crypto companies seeking traditional banking integration.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $462 million in inflows on Wednesday, led by BlackRock's IBIT with $307 million, as Bitcoin briefly surpassed $73,000. This extends a three-day streak of positive flows totaling $1.1 billion across almost all Bitcoin ETF products.
Trump's former commerce secretary Wilbur Ross discusses a Supreme Court ruling regarding a $175 billion tariff refund situation, describing it as an 'immense mess' that ultimately harms American consumers. The ruling apparently creates a loophole that could strengthen Trump's position in future trade negotiations.
SpaceX is preparing for an IPO that could raise more capital than the combined total of all 90 IPOs from the previous year. This massive fundraising event is expected to generate substantial profits for Wall Street investment banks and underwriters.
Leopold Aschenbrenner's hedge fund is making significant investments in power companies and bitcoin mining firms, viewing them as key infrastructure plays for the AGI development race. New filings reveal his strategy of betting billions on electricity and AI infrastructure companies that will fuel superintelligence development.
Trump has pledged to ensure the 'free flow of energy' from the Middle East but faces a critical week to demonstrate progress before energy prices potentially spike. The challenge remains significant as Iran's ability to strike tankers continues to create insurance and security issues for energy shipments.
Bitcoin is approaching a critical price zone that has historically marked significant turning points over the past two years. This key level represents a potential make-or-break moment for the current rally, requiring close attention from cryptocurrency traders.
X (formerly Twitter) has revealed first images of X Money, marking a beta launch toward transforming the platform into a financial super-app. Elon Musk's response has generated speculation about potential cryptocurrency integration features.
Kraken has become the first cryptocurrency exchange to gain access to the Federal Reserve's master accounts and core payment systems. This milestone allows the US's second-largest crypto exchange to operate on the same financial infrastructure used by traditional banks and credit unions.
Major cryptocurrencies surged significantly with Ether and Dogecoin up 7.5% and Solana gaining 5.3% amid easing geopolitical tensions and market recovery. The rally coincided with substantial institutional demand, as $700 million flowed into U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs since early March.
Cryptocurrency stocks are rallying following pro-crypto signals from Trump and U.S. regulators. Bitcoin surged 7.6% in 24 hours while Ethereum jumped over 8.3% to $2,132, reflecting positive market sentiment around potential regulatory changes.
Google threat researchers discovered fake cryptocurrency websites hosting a new exploit kit capable of compromising iPhones to steal crypto assets. The sophisticated attack targets iOS devices specifically to hunt for and extract cryptocurrency holdings from victims.
Bitcoin surged above $72,000 as U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs recorded $155 million in inflows on Wednesday, marking a two-week streak of institutional investment. Despite the positive momentum, Glassnode cautions that underlying market demand remains fragile.
XRP trading activity on Binance has experienced a dramatic decline with velocity dropping from 240B to 7B, while the token struggles to reclaim the $1.50 level. The significant slowdown reflects broader market participation issues across major altcoins, with weak liquidity conditions and declining investor activity hampering price momentum.
A U.S. senator has criticized prediction markets that allow betting on potential war outcomes in the Middle East, specifically alleging corruption within White House officials. The controversy highlights growing scrutiny of prediction markets and their intersection with geopolitical events.
