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On-chain data shows Bitcoin long-term holders (LTHs) have seen their netflow rise recently, a sign that selling pressure from diamond hands is easing. Bitcoin LTH Net Position Change Is Becoming Less Negative In a new post on X, Glassnode analyst Chris Beamish has talked about the latest trend in the behavior of Bitcoin LTHs. This cohort represents one of the two main divisions of the BTC market done on the basis of holding time and includes the investors who purchased their tokens more than 155 days ago. Statistically, the longer an investor holds onto their coins, the less likely they…

A month before bombs fell on Iran, Reuters reported that the US Treasury was investigating whether crypto platforms had helped Iranian officials evade sanctions. When airstrikes began on February 28, that investigation got a live stress test — and the results were revealing.The war did not break Iran’s crypto infrastructure — it proved how indispensable stablecoins have become to it.Before the Strikes: A $10 Billion Shadow EconomyReuters reported in early February that Iran’s crypto transaction volumes had hit an estimated $8–10 billion in 2025, citing TRM Labs and Chainalysis. Nobitex, Iran’s largest crypto exchange, alone serves roughly 15 million users.…

Ripple announced the expansion of Ripple Payments into a comprehensive end-to-end platform as adoption continues to grow.The announcement comes as XRP (XRP) liquidity on Binance has dropped, a development that may amplify price volatility if large capital flows occur.Ripple Payments Update: What’s New in the Latest ExpansionFor context, Ripple payments is a blockchain-powered global payments infrastructure that connects financial institutions to move money quickly, securely, and at low cost using the XRP Ledger (XRPL). The platform now lets customers collect, hold, convert, and pay out in both fiat and stablecoins within a single unified system, eliminating the need to coordinate…

Aave Labs’ controversial, wide-ranging proposal passed an initial vote on Saturday.But Aave founder Stani Kulechov said it would be amended before moving forward.A prominent delegate said they would not continue debating the proposal in protest.A proposal that has roiled Aave DAO in recent weeks will receive “structural improvements” that are “based on community feedback,” Aave founder Stani Kulechov said just moments after the proposal cleared an initial hurdle Saturday evening. The proposal passed a so-called snapshot vote with more than 52% of votes cast in its favour and 42% in opposition. Kulechov’s company, Aave Labs, has already amended the proposal…

The best cold wallets stand out for their strong security features, user-friendly interfaces, and long-term reliability in protecting digital assets. Although cold wallets share a central purpose of storing crypto offline, they are not built the same way.Therefore, in this article, we’ll explore ten different cold wallets, their prices, and their pros and cons. We will also highlight the differences between cold and hot wallets and provide a step-by-step guide to safely set up and use a cold wallet.Best Cold Storage Wallets for Crypto: A SnapshotCold Wallet Key Features Best For Security MethodLedger Nano XBluetooth-enabled hardware walletHigh-security storageCC EAL5+ certified Secure Element chipLedger…

The popularity of new terms such as fintech and edtech has been making a lot of buzz in discussions across various technology forums. Fintech is more relevant than ever, and people are wondering how to become fintech experts and make the most of lucrative opportunities for rewards. At the same time, beginners also have doubts regarding prospects for a thriving career in fintech. Therefore, it is important to start with proper guidance regarding the basics of fintech, such as its origins, working, and basic skills required for developing a fintech career.  New technologies such as smart chip ATMs, cryptocurrencies, dApps,…

Hidden Road, now Ripple Prime, has been added to the National Securities Clearing Corporation (NSCC) directory.The development has fueled optimism within the XRP community. Many suggest that it marks a major milestone for XRPL’s institutional adoption.Hidden Road Listed in NSCC MPIDs A notice from the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) confirmed Hidden Road Partners CIV US LLC was included in the NSCC Market Participant Identifiers (MPIDs) Directory as of March 2, 2026.Follow us on X to get the latest news as it happensRipple first announced its intent to acquire Hidden Road, a global prime brokerage platform, in April 2025.…

Bitcoin traded near $68,000 on Tuesday as U.S. spot ETFs pulled in $458 million, according to data curated by SoSoValue, marking one of the quarter’s strongest inflow days despite the ongoing conflict with Iran.The inflows suggest institutional investors are treating bitcoin’s recent volatility stemming from the war as contained rather than systemic.Singapore-based trading firm QCP Capital said in a recent note that the roughly $300 million in long liquidations triggered by the weekend headlines were “notable but contained,” arguing that positioning had already been materially lightened in recent weeks.Options markets told a similar story, QCP wrote, with one-day implied volatility…

📊No votes yet – Be the first to vote Nasdaq wants SEC approval. The exchange filed paperwork for binary options contracts that’ll cost between one cent and a dollar, paying fixed returns if certain conditions hit or expiring worthless if they don’t. These contracts work pretty much like prediction markets you see on crypto platforms such as Polymarket and Kalshi, which fall under CFTC oversight. But Nasdaq’s version would sit under SEC jurisdiction instead. Each contract gives traders a simple yes-or-no bet on market direction, making it way easier than traditional options trading. The filing came through on March 2,…

In brief Circle shares rose another 15% Monday, extending gains to roughly 60% since last week’s Q4 earnings. Analysts point to short covering, accelerating USDC growth, and regulatory clarity under the GENIUS Act. The rally comes as Bitcoin steadies near $68,000 amid the rising U.S.–Iran tensions. Stablecoin issuer Circle’s shares jumped another 15% Monday, extending gains to roughly 60% since last week’s fourth-quarter earnings release, as investors poured into stablecoin-linked equities while broader crypto markets held firm.The move follows the company’s announcement of 72% growth in its stablecoin USDC to $75.3 billion and 77% revenue growth to $770 million, despite…