Cryptocurrency & Blockchain News

FTX Announces Fourth Round of Creditor Payments Scheduled for 2026

FTX plans to start its fourth creditor repayment round on March 31, 2026, distributing about $2.2 billion in total.

Kraken Delays IPO Amid Market Turmoil

Kraken has frozen its IPO plans as it waits for better market conditions following a significant downturn in cryptocurrency prices.

Polymarket Introduces a Unique Bar Experience in Washington DC

Polymarket is opening The Situation Room in Washington, DC, a bar for live event analysis and prediction markets, enhancing institutional adoption.

Polymarket Enhances DeFi Capabilities with Brahma Acquisition

Polymarket has acquired Brahma to enhance its DeFi offerings and improve user experience, while transitioning to a regulated trading environment.

Qatar Evacuates Key LNG Facility Amid Iranian Threats

Qatar evacuates its vital LNG facility amid Iranian threats, raising concerns over global energy supply and market stability.

Tempo Launches Mainnet to Transform Real-World Payments

Tempo's mainnet aims to redefine real-world payments, offering innovative solutions for automated transactions and seamless integrations.

Major Outage Hits Elon Musk's X Platform, Global Users Affected

Elon Musk's platform X experienced a global outage, affecting users' access to core features starting at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Bitcoin Declines Amid Rising Inflation Concerns Following February Wholesale Data

Bitcoin dipped as February wholesale data revealed rising inflationary pressures, with the producer price index increasing by 0.7%.

Bitcoin Whale Movements Prompt Investor Concerns Ahead of Fed Meeting

Bitcoin whales moved 44,459 BTC to exchanges, raising concerns about price decline ahead of the Federal Reserve's critical policy meeting.

Moody’s Leverages Blockchain Technology for Credit Analysis

Moody’s is transforming credit analysis on blockchain with TIE, enhancing transparency and compliance in digital finance.

Understanding Agentic Commerce and Its Implications for Visa's Future

Visa's vision for agentic commerce may transform payment processing and drive significant economic opportunities by 2030.

Senate Committee Readies Compromise on Stablecoin Yield Regulations

Senator Scott anticipates a compromise on stablecoin yield provisions, potentially resolving ongoing regulatory delays in the U.S.

SEC Introduces Token Taxonomy to Clarify Crypto Regulations

The SEC has introduced a token taxonomy to clarify which crypto assets fall under federal securities laws, offering greater regulatory certainty.

Bitrefill Faces Major Cyberattack, Exposing Customer Data and Funds

Bitrefill experienced a severe cyberattack that compromised funds and data, revealing vulnerabilities in crypto gift card platforms.

Aster Launches Mainnet to Enhance Privacy in DeFi Trading

Aster has launched its mainnet to enhance privacy in DeFi trading, aiming to prevent exploitative strategies while ensuring transaction confidentiality.

Tally's Shutdown: A Turning Point for Decentralized Governance

Tally is shutting down, marking a shift in decentralized governance as demand for such tools declines in the crypto market.