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Square announced that it will automatically enable Bitcoin payment functionality for millions of small businesses in the United States, with transactions converted to USD in real time. Merchants do not need to configure it proactively, and they can do so without fees through the end of 2026. The industry compares it to the connection of TCP/IP and the internet, suggesting that Bitcoin’s adoption in financial infrastructure will become widespread and could change the role of payment rails.

Square, the payments subsidiary of Block, began automatically enabling Bitcoin payments for eligible US small businesses on March 31, 2026, shifting from an opt-in to an opt-out model that integrates cryptocurrency acceptance directly into existing payment systems for approximately 4 million merchants.

U.S. spot crypto ETFs saw outflows in the last week of March, with combined outflows from Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs totaling about $503 million. Although Bitcoin ETFs had net inflows for four weeks, they turned to redemptions this week, mainly due to worsening market sentiment. Ethereum ETFs continued to see outflows, but BlackRock’s ETHB recorded net inflows thanks to its staking feature, indicating institutional interest in yield-generating products. XRP ETFs moved slightly higher against the trend, but this was still not enough to signal a shift in the market toward altcoins.

Strategy Inc.'s recent SEC filing indicates no bitcoin purchases or equity sales, emphasizing disciplined capital management while highlighting the stability and yield of its digital asset holdings.

Bitcoin briefly rebounded to $67,660. A U.S. senator proposed the “American Mining Act” to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve. Bitmine re-staked 167,500 ETH, bringing its total staked amount to nearly 3.31 million ETH. With market volatility, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices fell. Analysts say that short-term market sentiment is sluggish, and rising oil prices have affected BTC prices.

Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, launched the Midnight blockchain on March 31, 2026, a privacy-focused network designed to address what he described as crypto’s core design flaws in usability, data exposure, and complexity.

_Bitmine added 71K ETH in one week, lifting total crypto and cash holdings to $10.7B as staking revenue climbs._ Tom Lee’s Bitmine Immersion expanded its Ethereum treasury again, adding 71,179 ETH in the past week.  The latest purchase lifted total ETH holdings to 4.73 million coins.  According t

The U.S. National Football League (NFL) requires prediction market platforms to stop offering contracts that are susceptible to manipulation, and emphasizes that the relevant contracts lack randomness, which could constitute insider trading. The chairman of the CFTC said he will respect the views of each league and that the regulatory landscape may change. In addition, the NFL and MLB have taken different strategies—one confrontational and the other cooperative—when facing prediction markets, reflecting different ways professional sports organizations think about regulation.

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed new regulations that would make it easier for 401(k) retirement plans to include alternative assets such as cryptocurrencies, to reflect the modern investment environment. Supporters believe this move can increase portfolio diversification, while opponents worry it could hurt working-class people. The rules are still in the public comment phase and their final form has not yet been determined.

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure On-chain data shows the Bitcoin mining Hashrate has seen a notable jump since the mid-March lows, a sign that miners have been coming back. Bitcoin Hashrate Has Retraced Much Of The Earlier

The primary cryptocurrency has experienced significant volatility lately, mainly due to the geopolitical tension caused by the war in the Middle East. One popular analyst described the current price area as a “no-trade zone,” arguing that a clear move in either direction will depend on how BTC

Next week will see significant crypto token unlocks, led by Sui ($SUI) unlocking $47.19M in tokens. Other notable unlocks include Definitive ($EDGE) and Audiera ($BEAT), impacting market caps and token supplies across various projects.

Bitcoin rebounded to above $67,000 on March 31, mainly driven by signals from U.S.-Iran diplomacy and the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged. Market sentiment temporarily improved, but Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that the lack of direct negotiations could limit the rebound. The potential impact of the Strait of Hormuz toll bill on supply chains could push up oil prices and put pressure on the market, so it is important to closely monitor future price movements.

_RedotPay secures ISO 27001 certification, strengthening crypto security, compliance, and stablecoin payment trust._ RedotPay has secured ISO/IEC 27001 certification, marking a major security milestone for the crypto payments firm.  The company shared the update through its official social media c

A key misunderstanding around XRP is being clarified in a way that reframes its upside, showing that higher prices can enhance payment efficiency, strengthen liquidity dynamics, and position the asset more competitively for large-scale global transactions. XRP Price Efficiency Liquidity

It could be more than a year before Bitcoin regains its all-time high of $126,100, recorded in October last year, according to veteran trader Peter Brandt. “I do not see a new price high in 2026,” Brandt told Cointelegraph. “Not until maybe the second quarter of 2027,” he said, though he also

Although bitcoin has already dumped by over 50% from its all-time high of over $126,000 marked in October to a multi-year low of $60,000, the asset’s troubles might not be over, warned Merlijn The Trader. The popular analyst indicated that the “most dangerous bitcoin pattern just completed phase

A recent look at activity in the AI crypto sector shows a big increase in user engagement. Several projects saw a lot of interaction over 24 hours. Data from Phoenix Group and LunarCrush shows community support is driving visibility and sentiment for AI tokens. TOP AI PROJECTS BY SOCIAL

_Bitcoin death cross signals late-stage capitulation, with $30K–$40K range emerging as potential macro bottom zone._ After another major sell-off, Bitcoin traders are watching a specific technical event on the 3-day chart for clues about the next macro bottom. Analyst Ali Martinez points to a