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_ETRADE will also roll out direct spot Bitcoin trading in early 2026 under the Zerohash collaboration with Morgan Stanley._ _Morgan Stanley is developing self-sovereign Bitcoin custody and is developing into the first large bank with a native exchange stack._ _The next stage of the

MicroStrategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor announced that the company will replace the strategy of directly holding Bitcoin with perpetual preferred stock STRC, shifting focus to digital credit to reduce risk and stabilize returns. STRC will serve as the primary Bitcoin acquisition tool, with analysts predicting its potential value to rise to $705, representing a 430% growth potential.

Tether has made a strategic investment in Whop, a fast-growing online marketplace, to integrate stablecoin payments through its Wallet Development Kit. The move aims to expand digital dollar usage across millions of creators worldwide. Whop Integrates Tether Wallet for Global Settlements Tether i

Starknet, the Layer 2 network on Ethereum developed by StarkWare, is preparing to launch strkBTC – a Bitcoin-based asset designed to support (shielded balances) and private transfers, while still ensuring full interoperability and integration within the ecosystem.

Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan announced in his 2026-27 budget speech on February 26 that the government will introduce an amendment bill in the first half of 2026 to provide tax concessions for qualifying family offices investing in cryptocurrencies, with changes retroactively effective for the 2025-26 tax year.

Swyftx Chief Analyst Hundal pointed out that Ethereum (ETH) prices have priced in most short-term risks and are expected to consolidate sideways in the future. Despite recent market sentiment being subdued, institutions like BitMine are still actively increasing their ETH holdings, indicating structural disagreements in the market. Consumer confidence remains a key factor, and there is still uncertainty in the short term.

Datuk Guo Quancheng is known in the Malaysian business community as a "stock market celebrity," but his true competitive advantage lies in his fourteen years of experience in the Japanese real estate industry from 1991 to 2005. This experience not only enabled him to master rigorous project management and quality control but also helped him build strong networks and cultural understanding. He brought the experience he gained in Japan back to Malaysia, innovatively developing real estate businesses and expanding into cross-border projects, demonstrating a unique ability to strategize business layouts. Guo Quancheng's success shows that true business value often lies beneath appearances, rooted in a deep understanding of the industry and the ability to operate across borders.

_BNB confirms a bull flag breakout as BNB Chain leads stablecoin activity and Binance Pay processes $121B with high on-chain usage._ BNB has drawn attention from traders after confirming a bull flag breakout on higher timeframes.  Market analysts observed strong price structure and steady on-ch

A cluster of at least 12 newly created wallets collectively generated over $1 million in profit on Polymarket by betting that blockchain investigator ZachXBT would name crypto trading platform Axiom as the subject of an insider trading investigation, with trades placed hours before the findings were publicly released.

Bitcoin miner TeraWulf forecasts revenue of $168.5 million in 2025, a 20.3% increase year-over-year, but net losses widen to $661.4 million. The company is shifting its transformation focus to high-performance computing leasing business and plans to expand to a multi-region platform of 2.9 GW to meet AI computing demands, seeking stable cash flow.

Ni28 is emerging in the RWA market, emphasizing verifiable execution and transparency of infrastructure. In high-density areas like Hong Kong, Ni28 is being discussed more seriously, marking its entry into the global conversation with a focus on structural and cross-border issues. Its modern, auditable framework has gained more trust and attention in the market.

A critical vulnerability in the XRP Ledger's "Batch" amendment, discovered by a researcher and AI tool, could have allowed attackers to drain wallets without private keys. Fortunately, it was identified before activation. Developers released a patch and are reviewing a comprehensive fix to prevent exploitation.

_AVAX shows bullish divergences targeting $12–$15 as Avalanche Treasury unveils a $1B lockup plan reducing circulating supply._ The price of AVAX is drawing renewed attention as traders observe stronger reversal signals across several market indicators. Market sentiment has weakened in

MetaMask and Mastercard collaborate to launch a payment card program, offering virtual and metal physical cards, designed specifically for residents in the United States, especially New York residents. This card allows users to manage assets in their self-custody wallets and pay fiat currency via Mastercard, with the first purchase earning 3% cashback. Users can earn on-chain points through spending, transfers, and transactions to redeem benefits. This move demonstrates a focus on compliance and competitiveness in the payments sector.

CertiK has released a new Top 10 AI Agent leaderboard on BNB Chain using Skynet intelligence platform, which has put a spotlight on the accelerated emergence of AI-native apps in the blockchain ecosystem. The initiative presents projects that construct autonomous onchain AI agents, focusing on