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A Glassnode blockchain researcher has debunked circulating claims that the XRP supply on exchanges has dropped to 1.6 billion. Claims of an XRP supply shock re-emerged after Glassnode data showed that exchange balances had fallen to 1.6 billion XRP, representing just 2.6% of the 60.9 billion XRP in

Alameda Research has been repaying creditors with tokens of Solana (SOL) valued at $15 million as part of its ongoing repayment process. Arkham, a blockchain analytics platform, alerted about the most recent transfers, stating that the money was moved in a new monthly release. ALAMEDA

_Morning Minute is a daily newsletter written by __Tyler Warner__. The analysis and opinions expressed are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Decrypt. Subscribe to the Morning Minute __on Substack__._ GM! Today’s top news: Crypto majors rebound after strong jobs report; BTC +1%

Head of Research at Fundstrat, Tom Lee, expressed hope that Ethereum (ETH) will quickly recover after recent declines, while emphasizing that this asset has experienced eight similar recoveries since 2018. “I understand that many investors are feeling disappointed, but it’s important to...”

Bitcoin's price hovers around $68K as traders await crucial US inflation data. The release's implications on Federal Reserve policy and inflation expectations could significantly impact Bitcoin's support levels, potentially pushing it below $60K or up towards $74.4K.

_BlackRock’s IBIT hit $100B in 400 days, the fastest ETF growth, reshaping markets with record inflows and strong options liquidity._ Bitcoin exchange-traded funds have reached a new milestone as BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ($IBIT) crossed $100 billion in assets in about 400 days. The

Fresh caution has entered the crypto conversation, and a post from an X user known as Crypto Chiefpriest also reflects it. In the tweet, the analyst pointed to rising instability across major markets. His alert centers on Bitcoin, silver, and broader risk assets that now display fragile price b

In the world of digital money, a new project called IPO Genie ($IPO) has reached a big goal. It has raised one million dollars in its early sale, which is called a presale. This project is trying to use smart computers, or AI, to help people invest in companies before they are on the big stock

Editor’s note: In crypto and fintech security, email remains a critical attack vector. The 2025 Kaspersky findings show a sharp rise in malicious and potentially unwanted emails, with spam accounting for nearly half of global traffic and millions of dangerous attachments hitting users. For crypto fi

Aster is set to launch its mainnet for the Aster Chain in March 2026, focusing on high-speed, private derivatives trading. The ASTER token surged 14% following the announcement, reflecting strong market confidence.

In the turbulent segment of Web3, trends are replacing each other every month, a few times a year. This highlights the role of evergreen concepts, which remain relevant since the inception of Bitcoin and early altcoins. Hardware cryptocurrency wallets are textbook examples of such concepts.

Ripple is positioning itself for a significant shift in the U.S. crypto regulation landscape with its proposed National Trust Bank (RNTB) charter. The enactment of the CLARITY Act would clarify regulations and potentially streamline Ripple's application process, enhancing XRP's role in regulated payments and banks. However, uncertainty remains until the Act is officially signed.

The AI technology market environment is shifting, with investors focusing more on profitability rather than mere growth expectations. By 2026, AI-related capital expenditures are expected to exceed $600 billion, and companies need to emphasize cost-effectiveness and profit structures. In response, tech companies face increased investment scrutiny, and startups must adjust their strategies, improve operational efficiency, and enhance technological flexibility to adapt to the new market rules.

Chinese companies have distributed a record 50.5 billion in dividends ahead of the Lunar New Year, coinciding with a 20% surge in overall payouts. This increase reflects strong corporate earnings and regulatory pressure for better shareholder returns, enhancing liquidity and impacting both consumer spending and cryptocurrency markets.

Arkham Exchange shifts to a fully decentralized model as leadership backs onchain trading growth. CEO Miguel Morel says the future of crypto trading lies in decentralized platforms. Arkham pivots strategy as decentralized exchange volumes surge across derivatives markets. Arkham Exchange

Editor’s note: In today’s fintech landscape, global payment infrastructures are increasingly decisive in unlocking cross-border commerce. Juspay’s Dubai DIFC HQ marks a milestone in its expansion, signaling a focus on enterprise-grade payments in the Middle East. The move aligns with GCC

Kansas City Fed President Jeffrey Schmid advocates for maintaining current interest rates due to strong economic growth and high inflation. With job data improving, a rate cut seems unlikely in March 2026, impacting investors' interest in cryptocurrencies currently trading below expectations.

In brief Aster has surged by almost 10% over the past day, leading a broad altcoin recovery alongside tokens including Hyperliquid, Hedera and Zcash. Despite the bounce, HashKey's Tim Sun says the market is in a "grueling bottoming-out phase," not a reversal. Prediction market sentiment r