A crypto whale with a history of profitable trades has managed to come out on top after opening a massive short position on Bitcoin (BTC). Blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain says a deep-pocketed trader built a 3,940 BTC short position worth $332 million by ramping up leverage to 40x. Short-selling is the act of borrowing an …
Monthly archives: March 2025
iAgent Secures $3M, Launches $AGNT, and will Introduce a New ERC-** Standard for AI Agents
March 18th, 2025 – Vancouver, Canada The artificial intelligence landscape is evolving. Traditional AI models remain centralized, relying on static text data and corporate control. iAgent is introducing a decentralized AI framework where AI agents are trained, owned, and monetized on-chain using real-world visual data. Backed by a recent $3 million investment, iAgent has forged …
PropellerAds Launches Advertising in Telegram Mini Apps, Engaging Crypto and Blockchain Users
March 18th, 2025 – Limassol, Cyprus PropellerAds, a global leader in performance-driven advertising solutions, has launched a groundbreaking advertising format: ads within Telegram Mini Apps. This new traffic type is designed to tap into Telegram’s rapidly growing ecosystem, offering advertisers unparalleled access to a crypto-oriented audience. With the integration of blockchain technology and the rise …
BTCFi explained: How Elastos uses Bitcoin’s security to power DeFi
Cointelegraph Research explores how Elastos leverages Bitcoin’s security to support decentralized finance through trustless crosschain solutions. The decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape continues to evolve, and Bitcoin-centric solutions are gaining momentum. BTCFi is an emerging sector that transforms Bitcoin (BTC) from a passive store of value into an actively utilized asset in DeFi. A new report …
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Eliminating archaic payments systems with stablecoins
Stablecoins break down key barriers in cross-border payments, empowering small businesses and enabling financial inclusion. Opinion by: Simon McLoughlin, CEO at Uphold 2021 witnessed a fintech investment boom, with startups raising approximately $229 billion globally. Higher interest rates and tighter economic circumstances have since tempered that exuberance, but funds continue to pile into the sector. …
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Bitcoin stalls under $85K— Key BTC price levels to watch ahead of FOMC
Bitcoin price is in a tug-o-war between the bulls and bears ahead of the FOMC, with big overhead resistance at $85,000 in place and several key support levels below. Bitcoin’s (BTC) price failed another attempt at breaking above resistance at $85,000 on March 17. Since March 12, BTC price formed daily candle highs between $84,000 …
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Classic Sega, Atari and Nintendo games get crypto makeovers: Web3 Gamer
A nostalgic Sega game heading to SUI joins revamped Atari and Super Nintendo titles that are introducing gamers to blockchain: Web3 Gamer. Feeling nostalgic for the good old days of gaming? Well, Code of Joker: Evolutions, Segas classic trading card game, is making a comeback this time on the Sui blockchain. Some gamers feel that …
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US Heading for ‘Future Upheaval’ Due to Its Embrace of Crypto, Says ECB Governing Council Member: Report
The Trump Administration’s embrace of crypto is reportedly putting international financial stability at risk, says Francois Villeroy de Galhau, a member of the European Central Bank’s (ECB) Governing Council. Villeroy de Galhau tells the French news outlet La Tribune Dimanche that the US “risks sinning through negligence,” according to Bloomberg. “Financial crises often originate in …
Ethereum (ETH) Price: Historical Patterns Suggest Potential Recovery After 40% YTD Decline
TLDR Ethereum (ETH) is showing price patterns similar to 2017 and 2020 bull runs, suggesting a potential trend reversal ETH has fallen below $2,000 since March 11, with technical indicators like Stochastic RSI showing oversold conditions Multiple analysts point to historical fractals and a 5-year trendline support suggesting an imminent rebound The Chaikin Money Flow …
Crypto.com influence stirs controversy in Cronos token burn reversal
The Cronos community has approved a controversial decision to restore 70 billion CRO tokens permanently burned in 2021. The proposal, largely influenced by Crypto.com, passed after securing 62.18% of votes, according to Mintscan. This move increases the total CRO supply back to 100 billion. The proposal, introduced earlier this month, aimed to establish a Cronos …
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Solana Foundation sparks backlash with controversial ad comparing pronouns to DeFi
The Solana Foundation has faced significant backlash after a controversial promotional video titled “America is Back—Time to Accelerate” sparked outrage within the crypto community. On March 17, Solana’s official X account posted the now-deleted ad, which depicted the United States as a man in therapy struggling to focus on technological progress, including crypto and space …
Bitcoin bull market could be over until 2026 based on PnL index – CryptoQuant CEO
According to CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju, Bitcoin’s latest bullish cycle has concluded, signaling a likely shift to bearish or sideways momentum for the next six to 12 months. The Profit and Loss (PnL) Index Cyclical Signals indicate a recent peak, aligning with historical patterns marking the end of growth phases. Bitcoin, which reached an …
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BTCC Exchange Named Headline Sponsor of Red Eagle Foundation’s Charity Golf Day Featuring Matt Le Tissier
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. March 18, 2025 – BTCC, the world’s longest-serving crypto exchange, is proud to continue its support of the Red Eagle Foundation’s charity golf day this year, featuring football legend Matt Le Tissier. This prestigious event, set for March 27, 2025, at the esteemed London Golf Club, …
Cato Institute Warns of Eroding Financial Privacy Rights Amid Fincen’s New Reporting Rules
The Cato Institute has criticized the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)’s decision to lower the threshold for currency transaction reports from $10,000 to $200 for US citizens living in 30 ZIP codes in California and Texas. New Level of Financial Surveillance The Cato Institute, a Washington-based libertarian think tank, has criticized FinCEN’s decision to lower …
Wages Paid in Bitcoin? Bill Introduced in Brazil Might Make It Possible
The bill seeks to allow wages and other labor-linked payments to be partially settled using virtual assets in Brazil and also calls for educating workers about volatility and transaction security issues. Lawmakers to Review Bitcoin Wages Bill in Brazil A new bill has been introduced in Congress to regulate the payment of wages and other …
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