Fundraising rounds, VC investments, and startup launches
Ledn just pioneered the asset-backed market with a $188 million Bitcoin-collateralized bond issuance. This deal securitizes over 5,400 loans, blending crypto with traditional finance. It highlights surging adoption amid market volatility.
Crypto super PAC Fairshake launches a $1.5 million campaign against Rep. Al Green. This highlights the industry's push for pro-crypto lawmakers amid regulation shifts. How will it affect market adoption and funding?
In a volatile crypto market, Story Protocol's co-founder defends extending the $IP token unlock by six months. This move aims to build sustainable adoption amid low on-chain activity. Experts see it as a trend for long-term web3 project stability.
Crypto VC funding soared to $18.9 billion in 2025 amid regulatory shifts. TRM Labs just secured $70 million in Series C funding, reaching unicorn status at $1 billion. This highlights surging demand for compliance tools in CeFi as illicit activities rise.
Pro-crypto super PAC Fairshake now holds over $193 million from industry giants ahead of the 2026 midterms. This funding surge, led by CeFi leaders like Coinbase and Ripple, signals the sector's growing political clout. Will it reshape regulations and boost centralized finance innovation?
Quantum computing poses risks to blockchain encryption, potentially exposing assets worth trillions. Ethereum Foundation counters this by launching a specialized team and $2 million in prizes. These steps enhance network resilience in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
XRP trades near $1.93 after a 16% January dip, yet funding rates show shorts overextended. Analysts detect building buy pressure that could trigger a squeeze. This setup mirrors past rebounds of 50%-100%.
Crypto derivatives volumes reached $85.7 trillion in 2025 amid surging institutional interest. CME Group's launch of futures for Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar offers regulated risk tools. This step enhances market access in web3 and defi landscapes.
Aptos trading volume surged 12% above weekly averages, pushing APT price up 1.3% to $1.73 amid market volatility. This spike hints at institutional accumulation in the layer-1 blockchain. Could this drive broader web3 adoption?
Do Kwon's ongoing sentencing hearing highlights the $40 billion fallout from Terra's collapse. Victims share heartbreaking stories as the court deliberates. This case underscores urgent needs in crypto regulation and security.
Filecoin's sharp 7% decline broke key support at $1.43 amid broader crypto weakness. This move raises questions about market trends and adoption impacts. Investors eye potential rebounds in web3 and defi sectors.
Crypto millionaires surged 40% to 241,700 in 2025, signaling massive wealth influx. Kraken's new high-touch VIP program caters to ultra-high-net-worth individuals with premium services. This initiative drives adoption and sets new standards in centralized finance.
Solana's institutional push intensifies as Solmate announces an all-stock acquisition of RockawayX, aiming for a $2B crypto powerhouse. This deal merges treasury yield strategies with advanced staking infrastructure. How will it shape web3 adoption and defi markets?
Binance's new Junior app lets parents introduce crypto to kids aged 6-17, but it sparks debate. Some hail it as a smart education tool, while others worry about risks. This CeFi move reflects booming funding trends in centralized finance.
Europe's push to halt migration flows has backfired in Sudan. Billions in funding strengthened paramilitary forces like the RSF. Weak arms export rules let weapons reach warlords, fueling endless conflict.
Bitcoin has plunged nearly 30% from its 2025 peak, erasing yearly gains amid macro pressures. B. Riley responded by cutting price targets on key digital asset treasury companies. This move highlights broader market vulnerabilities affecting adoption and funding.
XRP's price tumbled 6% to $2.43 amid a looming death cross. This technical signal often precedes downturns, yet regulatory clarity sparks hope. Could institutional adoption turn the tide?
Cipher Mining's stock jumped 19% after sealing a $5.5 billion AWS deal for AI infrastructure. This move signals a broader shift in crypto mining toward high-performance computing. How will this impact technology adoption and market trends?
The recent APEC summit saw Trump and Xi agree to a one-year trade truce, easing tensions. This shift could boost funding in crypto markets amid reduced risks. How might it reshape blockchain investments?
Bitmine Immersion recently purchased $320 million in Ether, elevating its total crypto holdings above $14 billion. Chaired by Tom Lee, the firm continues to build its position despite market volatility. This signals growing institutional adoption in the cefi space.
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Another focus of his post is so-called “toxic MEV,” where traders exploit visibility into pending transactions to front-run or “sandwich” users’ trades....
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Qivalis is a group of 12 major EU banks developing a euro-pegged stablecoin they plan to debut in the second half of the year....
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The blockchain analytics firm said flows from Iran’s largest exchange spiked immediately after U.S.-Israeli strikes on Tehran, pointing to possible capital flight....
The bill proposes a 10% tax on gains from regulated crypto platforms, withheld quarterly, with the president having the power to adjust the rate between 0% and 20%....
The latest purchase, funded through common and preferred stock sales, lifted total holdings to 720,737 coins valued at more than $47 billion....
The National Tax Service said it had intended to provide a vivid shot of the seizure by sharing a photo....
The acquisition makes ProCap the 19th largest publicly traded holder of bitcoin, while lowering the company’s average cost basis per coin....
Your day-ahead look for March 2, 2026...
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Your look at what's coming in the week starting March 2....