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_DV8Thailand signs a deal to acquire Rakkar Digital, marking Southeast Asia’s first Bitcoin treasury company to hold a digital asset license._ DV8Thailand has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire an equity stake in Rakkar Digital. The Bangkok-listed firm made the announcement on

Wintermute Asia has launched over-the-counter trading for WTI crude oil CFDs, providing 24/7 access amid geopolitical tensions affecting traditional markets. This move allows traders to act on price movements without owning the asset, enhancing flexibility and responsiveness.

Ripple's CTO David Schwartz criticizes the idea of artificially subsidizing XRP use to drive adoption, likening it to unsustainable tactics used by startups like Uber. He emphasizes focusing on removing barriers to adoption rather than offering financial incentives.

TRUMP is experiencing consolidation after notable corrections, currently trading around $3.34 with recent modest gains. However, the overall trend shows moderate selling pressure, risking further declines unless buying momentum increases.

Russian citizen Alexey Volkov was sentenced to 81 months in prison for assisting ransomware groups in attacks against U.S. businesses. As an "initial access broker," he infiltrated networks to obtain unauthorized access credentials and sold them to other criminals, resulting in losses exceeding $9 million. Recent research shows that while the number of ransomware attacks has increased, total ransom payments have declined, with attackers shifting focus toward higher-value targets.

Retail users on prediction markets posted a median return of -8% from July 2025 through mid-March 2026, compared to -5% for sportsbook users over the same period, as the absence of profitable-user restrictions leaves casual traders exposed to professional market makers, according to a report from Citizens JMP Securities.

_New Ethereum roadmap sets phased path toward quantum-safe security with gradual upgrades across core network layers._ Ethereum’s long-term security plans are moving into sharper public view. The Ethereum Foundation has launched a dedicated post-quantum security hub. It combines years of research a

Ripple (XRP) maintained trading around the $1.40 threshold as of Wednesday's recording, amid Donald Trump expressing optimism about the potential for negotiations with Iran being pursued. Nevertheless, geopolitical tensions have not subsided as the Strait of Hormuz – a strategic shipping route –

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Charles Edwards has highlighted how the Bitcoin Yardstick valuation indicator is “off the chart” in deep value at the moment. Bitcoin Yardstick Is Deep Inside Undervalued Zone In a new post on

Cottonia AI and REI Network, developed by GXChain, has announced a partnership to combine AI-native distributed cloud acceleration with a zero-fee, high-performance blockchain built for DeFi, gaming, and real-world applications Cottonia AI brings the AI infrastructure layer. REI Network brings a l

The net outflow of Bitcoin from exchanges over the past month suggests that investors have started to accumulate the cryptocurrency, says a CryptoQuant analyst. March has been largely dominated by Bitcoin (BTC) outflows from crypto exchanges, aside from one spike in inflows just before the asset ta

_Larry Fink says BlackRock could earn $500M from crypto in five years as its Bitcoin ETF manages 800K BTC and generates $250M fees._ BlackRock chief executive Larry Fink has outlined a revenue target for the firm’s crypto business in his 2026 shareholder letter. He stated that the segment could g

Balancer Labs, the corporate backbone behind the Balancer DeFi protocol, is winding down after years of pressure and a devastating $116 million hack in November. Executives say the move is aimed at preserving the protocol’s long-term viability by shifting control to leaner, cost-efficient

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure A five-day strike pause ordered by US President Donald Trump after diplomatic talks with Iran sent Bitcoin soaring above $70,000 over the weekend, marking one of the sharpest risk rallies in

Prediction markets are exciting, but they’re not reliable wealth builders for retail users. Research by Citizens shows that retail prediction market users are losing more money than legal sports bettors, with the sharpest traders and market makers capturing returns on the other side of their

The essay discusses a 15-point peace plan aimed at resolving the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict, reflecting positive market responses like a stable Bitcoin price. It also highlights fluctuating oil prices and their potential impact on inflation and financial markets, emphasizing uncertainty about the plan's effectiveness.