Hong Kong, Shanghai Launch Blockchain Initiative to Transform Trade Finance
Hong Kong and Shanghai are launching a blockchain initiative to transform trade finance, aiming to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
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Ethiopia’s National Bank Bans Birr-Paired Crypto Transactions, Citing Risks
Ethiopia's National Bank bans birr-paired crypto transactions, citing risks like volatility and fraud.
Bitcoin Eyes $74,000 Amid Iran Tensions and Market Uncertainty
Bitcoin traders are predicting a potential climb to $74,000 despite rising tensions in the Middle East.
Iran’s Bitcoin Mining at Risk as War Fears Spark Crypto Volatility
Iran's Bitcoin mining operations are at risk as war fears spark crypto volatility, with potential disruptions to the power grid threatening the global network.
Solana Price Eyes $92 Barrier as Triple Bottom Pattern Emerges
Solana's SOL price has formed a potential triple bottom pattern, signaling a possible rebound toward the $92 resistance level.
Smarter Web Secures $30M Coinbase Credit Line to Accelerate Bitcoin Purchases
Smarter Web has secured a $30 million Bitcoin-backed credit line from Coinbase Credit to accelerate Bitcoin purchases, reducing settlement delays during volatile market conditions.
Bitcoin Surges 1.55% in 5 Minutes on Binance Amid Crypto Volatility
Bitcoin (BTC) surged 1.55% in just five minutes on Binance, reaching $67,976.28 against USDT, highlighting the asset's extreme volatility and the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency market in 2025.
Nigeria’s CBN Tightens Crypto Rules, Shifting to Regulated Digital Currency
Nigeria's Central Bank has introduced stricter measures on cryptocurrency transactions, forcing businesses and individuals to seek alternatives like P2P platforms as banks are barred from processing crypto payments.
U.S.-Backed Stablecoin Being Considered for Gaza’s Reconstruction
U.S. officials linked to President Donald Trump's Board of Peace are reportedly exploring the introduction of a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin for Gaza, aiming to restore financial stability in the war-torn region.
Glassnode Launches GEX Heatmap to Track Bitcoin Volatility Regimes
Glassnode has launched a new tool called the Gamma Exposure Strike Heatmap to track how Bitcoin options dealers adjust their positions across strike prices, offering traders a new way to analyze market dynamics.
Warning: Ethereum Bull Trap Ahead or Historic Breakout Loading?
Ethereum's price swings sharply between explosive rallies and steep pullbacks, trapping traders as whales hunt liquidity in a high-volatility market. Analysts debate if the action signals a bull trap or the start of a historic breakout driven by Layer-2 growth and institutional interest.
Coinbase Expands Its Strategic Footprint Across Multiple Fronts
Coinbase launched an expanded lending program on February 18, allowing U.S. customers outside New York to borrow up to $100,000 in USDC using XRP, Dogecoin, Cardano or Litecoin as collateral. The move lets users access funds without selling their crypto holdings.
SEC Stablecoin Policy Shift Seen as Major Boost for Cryptocurrency Institutions
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's new stance on stablecoins has sparked optimism among analysts, with a Chinese expert highlighting the potential for institutional adoption of digital assets.
Crypto.com Secures Conditional Approval for Federal Bank Charter from U.S. OCC
Crypto.com has received conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to apply for a national bank charter, marking a major step in its bid to operate under federal oversight.
Adam Back: Bitcoin to Power Future Finance via Liquid Network
Bitcoin could become the backbone of global financial systems, according to Adam Back, who highlighted the growing role of the Liquid Network in scaling the cryptocurrency.