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Hong Kong and Shanghai authorities unveiled a joint plan to deepen blockchain-enabled collaboration in trade finance and cargo documentation, signaling a practical shift toward digital infrastructures for cross-border commerce. The memorandum of understanding, signed on March 2, 2026, brings

Ethereum is approaching a milestone that few investors want: the longest monthly downtrend since the 2018 "crypto winter." Since September 2025, ETH has experienced six consecutive months of closing in the red, causing the price to drop approximately 60% from the all-time high of $4,953 in August 2025 to below $2,000.

Vitalik Buterin raises concerns about the upcoming Glamsterdam upgrade's potential to centralize block-building power in Ethereum. He proposes safeguards like FOCIL to maintain transaction inclusion and discusses solutions to toxic MEV, emphasizing the need for decentralization in transaction processes.

Bitcoin ($BTC) rose to $68,113, showing resilience amidst the U.S.-Iran conflict. It experienced a 1.9% increase and a market cap of $1.36T. With key resistance at $70K, March is critical for its future amid geopolitical tensions.

Against the backdrop of global economic instability, the Korean won to US dollar exchange rate rose to 1,466.1, mainly due to tensions in the Middle East triggered by the US-Iran conflict and fluctuations in the oil market. Foreign investors withdrawing funds led to a decline in the stock market. Future exchange rates and stock prices will be influenced by international developments, so it is important to monitor the situation to adjust investment strategies.

Tension around the Strait of Hormuz has placed global markets on edge this week, and the potential consequences reach far beyond energy markets. Bitcoin price, gold, stocks, and bonds could all react sharply if the geopolitical situation continues to escalate. The narrow shipping route

Strategy, led by Michael Saylor, purchased $200M in Bitcoin, increasing its holdings to 720K BTC despite a $7.3B unrealized loss. Using preferred shares (STRC) for funding, it maintains steady inflows while avoiding shareholder dilution, focusing on long-term market recovery.

In brief Bitcoin is trading around $67,000 after failing to break above $70,000 Monday, while spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded over $9B in net outflows over the past four months. The Middle East conflict has pushed oil prices higher, complicating the Fed's March rate decision. Experts say

_VanEck CEO Jan van Eck says Bitcoin nears bottom in 4-year cycle as 2026 price targets divide analysts._ Bitcoin may be approaching the end of its current bear market phase. VanEck CEO Jan van Eck said the price is forming a bottom. He expressed this view in an interview with CNBC on

U.S. Lamborghini dealerships now accept Ethereum payments, allowing luxury car buyers to purchase vehicles using cryptocurrency. This move reflects Ethereum's growing role in real-world commerce and demonstrates confidence in digital assets amidst mixed community reactions.

Ripple's recent release of half a billion XRP involved transferring 309 million coins to major exchanges for investment purposes while also minting 20 million RLUSD for transaction settlements with Gemini.

Circle's stock surged 15% after reporting strong growth in USDC, with supply rising 72% and revenue increasing 77%. Clearer U.S. regulations boosted investor confidence, reinforcing Circle's position in the digital asset market.

_Bank of Japan tests blockchain for settlements, explores CBDC, and advances digital infrastructure to strengthen payment stability and innovation._ The Bank of Japan is testing blockchain for central bank settlements. The move is a sign of deeper integration of blockchain in Japan’s financial i

TD Securities sees the NYSE's upcoming tokenized equities platform as a pivotal change, enabling 24/7 trading and near-instant settlements, combining traditional finance with blockchain, potentially transforming investor access and market management.

Key Insights Shiba Inu open interest fell 8.59% to 10.59 trillion SHIB as traders closed positions following a failed breakout attempt. Futures liquidations surged 84% to $503 million, with long traders absorbing $362 million in losses during the sharp downturn. SHIB price dropped 5.28% to