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Bitcoin Drifts in Tight Range With Downtrend Still Intact

Bitcoin traded at $68,094 as of 8 a.m. EST on March 7, 2026, down 3.3% over the previous 24 hours, with a market cap of around $1.36 trillion and roughly $39.07 billion in daily trading volume. The leading cryptocurrency moved within a $67,495 to $70,423 intraday range, while technical indicators across multiple timeframes pointed to

Utexo Raises $7.5M to Launch Bitcoin-Native USDT Settlement Infrastructure

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Utexo Raises $7.5M to Launch Bitcoin-Native USDT Settlement Infrastructure
Utexo, a start-up building Bitcoin-native stablecoin settlement infrastructure, announced a $7.5 million seed round co-led by Tether.
This post Utexo Raises $7.5M to Launch Bitcoin-Native USDT Settlement Infrastructure first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Kazakhstan’s Central Bank to Channel $350 Million of Reserves into Crypto and Bitcoin  Investments

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Kazakhstan’s Central Bank to Channel $350 Million of Reserves into Crypto and Bitcoin  Investments
Kazakhstan’s central bank will invest $350 million from reserves in crypto-related companies and funds.
This post Kazakhstan’s Central Bank to Channel $350 Million of Reserves into Crypto and Bitcoin  Investments first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

U.S. Federal Contractor’s Son Arrested in $46 Million Theft of Seized Government Crypto

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U.S. Federal Contractor’s Son Arrested in $46 Million Theft of Seized Government Crypto
John Daghita, a U.S. government contractor accused of stealing more than $46 million in crypto from the U.S., was arrested last night.
This post U.S. Federal Contractor’s Son Arrested in $46 Million Theft of Seized Government Crypto first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

American Bitcoin Expands Treasury to 6,500 BTC as Eric Trump Accuses Big Banks of Lobbying Against Crypto

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American Bitcoin Expands Treasury to 6,500 BTC as Eric Trump Accuses Big Banks of Lobbying Against Crypto
American Bitcoin added more than 6,500 Bitcoin, placing the firm among the largest publicly traded holders of the digital asset as it continues to scale its mining operations.
This post American Bitcoin Expands Treasury to 6,500 BTC as Eric Trump Accuses Big Banks of Lobbying Against Crypto first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Morgan Stanley Advances Spot Bitcoin ETF Plan With Amendment Detailing BTC Holding Strategy

Morgan Stanley moves closer to launching a spot bitcoin ETF, unveiling new structural details and custody partners as the Wall Street giant positions its proposed Bitcoin Trust to track the digital asset’s market price. Morgan Stanley’s Latest Filing Reveals Structure and Custody for Planned Spot Bitcoin ETF Morgan Stanley Investment Management Inc., a subsidiary of

NYSE Parent Company ICE Invests in Crypto Exchange OKX at $25 Billion Valuation

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NYSE Parent Company ICE Invests in Crypto Exchange OKX at $25 Billion Valuation
Intercontinental Exchange, the parent company of the New York Stock Exchange, has made a strategic investment in crypto exchange OKX.
This post NYSE Parent Company ICE Invests in Crypto Exchange OKX at $25 Billion Valuation first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

President Trump Meets With Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, Then Blasts Banks Over Stalled Crypto Legislation

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President Trump Meets With Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, Then Blasts Banks Over Stalled Crypto Legislation
Trump met with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong before criticizing banks for blocking progress on U.S. crypto legislation.
This post President Trump Meets With Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, Then Blasts Banks Over Stalled Crypto Legislation first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Kraken Bank Secures Federal Reserve Master Account, Marking Historic Crypto Entry Into US Payment Rails

Kraken Financial gained direct access to the Federal Reserve’s payment system, with the Fed confirming approval while imposing initial restrictions, marking a bullish step toward deeper integration between crypto institutions and U.S. banking rails. Kraken Financial Gains Direct Access to Federal Reserve Payment System A major milestone for crypto integration into traditional finance emerged as

Bitcoin Price Soars to $73,000 as ETFs Help Stabilize Markets Amid Middle East Tensions

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Bitcoin Price Soars to $73,000 as ETFs Help Stabilize Markets Amid Middle East Tensions
Bitcoin price rebounds from months of losses as institutional demand, defensive trading, and moderation in long-term outflows support the market.
This post Bitcoin Price Soars to $73,000 as ETFs Help Stabilize Markets Amid Middle East Tensions first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Paraguay Exploring Using Seized Miners for State-Run Bitcoin Operation

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Paraguay Exploring Using Seized Miners for State-Run Bitcoin Operation
Paraguay’s state utility is teaming up with Morphware to turn 30,000 seized miners into the country’s first government-run Bitcoin operation.
This post Paraguay Exploring Using Seized Miners for State-Run Bitcoin Operation first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Iran Bitcoin Outflows Surge After US-Israel Airstrikes, On-Chain Data Shows

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Iran Bitcoin Outflows Surge After US-Israel Airstrikes, On-Chain Data Shows
Following the U.S.-Israeli airstrikes in Tehran, Iranian crypto activity surged, with $10.3 million in bitcoin flowing out of exchanges as citizens sought to preserve value amid financial collapse.
This post Iran Bitcoin Outflows Surge After US-Israel Airstrikes, On-Chain Data Shows first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Tether and Lugano Launch Plan ₿ Phase II, Targeting Global Leadership in Digital Infrastructure

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Tether and Lugano Launch Plan ₿ Phase II, Targeting Global Leadership in Digital Infrastructure
Tether and Lugano are driving the future of digital cities with Plan ₿ Phase II, building resilient blockchain-powered infrastructure for global impact.
This post Tether and Lugano Launch Plan ₿ Phase II, Targeting Global Leadership in Digital Infrastructure first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Shrugs off Iran Shock as Crude Oil Hits One-Year High

Crypto markets remain range-bound with U.S. strikes on Iran triggering about $300 million in liquidations. Meanwhile, Iranian crypto outflows surged 700% as oil prices climbed and geopolitical risks intensified. Markets Steady Despite Strait of Hormuz Threat Crypto markets are treading water amid escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran. Following the weekend U.S.

Cake Wallet Launches Bitcoin Lightning Network Support With Full Self-Custody and Privacy Defaults

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Cake Wallet Launches Bitcoin Lightning Network Support With Full Self-Custody and Privacy Defaults
Cake Wallet has rolled out Bitcoin Lightning Network integration using Breez SDK and a privacy-focused Spark implementation, enabling instant payments while keeping users in full self-custody and limiting on-chain visibility.
This post Cake Wallet Launches Bitcoin Lightning Network Support With Full Self-Custody and Privacy Defaults first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Iranian Drone Strikes Trigger Spike in European Natural Gas Prices

European natural gas prices spiked on Monday after Qatar halted all liquefied natural gas production following Iranian drone strikes on key energy facilities, jolting already tight markets across Europe and Asia. U.S. Gas Futures Rise as Middle East Conflict Hits LNG Supply The Dutch Title Transfer Facility benchmark, Europe’s main gas price gauge, jumped as

Strategy Extends Corporate Bitcoin Dominance, Pushing Holdings to 720,737 BTC

Strategy Inc. expanded its bitcoin treasury with a fresh $204 million purchase, lifting total holdings to 720,737 BTC and reinforcing its position as the largest corporate bitcoin holder as accumulation continues despite market volatility. Strategy Buys 3,015 BTC for $204M, Lifting Holdings to 720,737 Bitcoin Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) announced another major bitcoin purchase on

Dormant Bitcoin Reactivations Remain Measured Versus 2025

While bitcoin has been idling well beneath the $70,000 threshold, onchain metrics reveal that long-dormant wallets established between 2010 and 2017 have stirred to life in February, shifting 1,908.21 BTC value at just over $125 million through 69 separate transactions. Early Bitcoin Spending Activity Moderates Amid Lower Price Range This year, bitcoin prices have fallen

Middle East Explosions and US–Iran Military Escalation Rip Through Bitcoin’s Price Action

Bitcoin is trading at $63,922 on Feb. 28, 2026, at 8 a.m. EST, clinging to the mid-$60,000s after a bruising February drawdown. The narrative grew considerably more fraught as hostilities in the Middle East began commanding international attention. For now, bitcoin’s broader structure remains heavy, and the charts across multiple timeframes suggest that rallies continue

DCTRL Vancouver: Iconic Bitcoin Hackerspace Closes Downtown Location After 12 Years Due to Zoning Changes

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DCTRL Vancouver: Iconic Bitcoin Hackerspace Closes Downtown Location After 12 Years Due to Zoning Changes
After over a decade as a volunteer-run hackerspace sustaining Bitcoin innovation through events, the Bepsi machine, and community donations, DCTRL announces its physical closure as they prepare a new location.
This post DCTRL Vancouver: Iconic Bitcoin Hackerspace Closes Downtown Location After 12 Years Due to Zoning Changes first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations

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Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations
Senate Democrats are urging the DOJ and Treasury to investigate Binance over ties to Iran sanctions violations.
This post Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks Among Asia’s Top 20 Corporate Holders

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Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks Among Asia’s Top 20 Corporate Holders
Bitplanet now owns 300 bitcoin through its structured purchase program, positioning the South Korea-listed company among the top 20 corporate Bitcoin holders in Asia.
This post Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks Among Asia’s Top 20 Corporate Holders first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

U.S. Government Seizes Over $580 Million in Crypto Linked to Southeast Asian Scams

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U.S. Government Seizes Over $580 Million in Crypto Linked to Southeast Asian Scams
U.S. authorities have seized over $580 million in cryptocurrency linked to Southeast Asian “pig butchering” scams.
This post U.S. Government Seizes Over $580 Million in Crypto Linked to Southeast Asian Scams first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

MARA Holdings (MARA) Stock Jumps After $1.71B Loss as Firm Pivots to AI Data Centers

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MARA Holdings (MARA) Stock Jumps After $1.71B Loss as Firm Pivots to AI Data Centers
Shares of MARA Holdings climbed on Friday, even after the Bitcoin miner reported a $1.71 billion net loss for the fourth quarter.
This post MARA Holdings (MARA) Stock Jumps After $1.71B Loss as Firm Pivots to AI Data Centers first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin ETFs Top $1 Billion in 3-Day Inflow Streak

Bitcoin ETFs recorded a third consecutive day of inflows, adding $254 million and pushing the three-day total above $1 billion. Ether, XRP, and solana ETFs also closed in positive territory, extending the all-green streak. Crypto ETFs Mark Third Straight All-Green Session The buying didn’t slow down on Thursday, Feb. 26. For the third straight session,

OKX and Chainalysis to Deploy AI for Proactive Fraud Prevention

OKX has adopted Chainalysis Alterya, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered security solution designed to identify and block fraudulent transfers before funds leave the platform. OKX announced the expansion of its partnership with Chainalysis on February 26, 2026, shifting its security focus from reactive tracing to proactive prevention. By integrating the Alterya fraud prevention layer, OKX can

Paul Atkins Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

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Paul Atkins Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker
Paul Atkins, the sitting Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and one of the most consequential figures in American financial regulation, has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026 — marking the first time in history that a sitting SEC Chair has been invited to the world’s largest Bitcoin conference. Appointed
This post Paul Atkins Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery.

Bitcoin ETFs Post Half a Billion in Inflows as BTC Rebounds Above $69,000

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Bitcoin ETFs Post Half a Billion in Inflows as BTC Rebounds Above $69,000
U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded $506.5 million in net inflows yesterday, the largest single-day total in three weeks.
This post Bitcoin ETFs Post Half a Billion in Inflows as BTC Rebounds Above $69,000 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin ETFs Soar With $507 Million Inflow in Bullish Surge

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their rally with a $507 million inflow on Wednesday, while ether added $157 million. XRP and solana also saw strong demand, marking a second consecutive all-green session for crypto ETFs. Crypto ETFs Post Second Straight All-Green Day Momentum returned in force. For the second straight session, capital poured into crypto

CoinRoutes Secures Strategic Investment and Partnership from Avenir Group to Advance Institutional Digital Asset Trading

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. CoinRoutes, the market-leading provider of algorithmic execution and intelligent order routing technology for institutional digital asset trading, today announced a strategic investment from and partnership with Avenir Group, a pioneering investment group dedicated to the strategic fusion of traditional finance and digital assets. CoinRoutes, established in

Trump-Linked American Bitcoin (ABTC) Posts $59M Q4 Loss as Bitcoin Slump Hits Treasury Holdings

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Trump-Linked American Bitcoin (ABTC) Posts $59M Q4 Loss as Bitcoin Slump Hits Treasury Holdings
American Bitcoin Corp. (Nasdaq: ABTC), a Trump family-linked mining company based in Miami, reported a $59 million fourth-quarter net loss after a 23% drop in bitcoin’s price triggered a $227 million non-cash mark-to-market charge
This post Trump-Linked American Bitcoin (ABTC) Posts $59M Q4 Loss as Bitcoin Slump Hits Treasury Holdings first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Growing Creative Literacy in the Age of Bitcoin: A Conversation with Bruce Barone Jr. of BrainSprout

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Growing Creative Literacy in the Age of Bitcoin: A Conversation with Bruce Barone Jr. of BrainSprout
Teaching the Next Generation to Decode Symbols, Resist Manipulation, and Think Independently.
This post Growing Creative Literacy in the Age of Bitcoin: A Conversation with Bruce Barone Jr. of BrainSprout first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Dennis Koch.

Strategy (MSTR) Becomes Most-Shorted $25B+ Stock, Shares Surge 8%

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Strategy (MSTR) Becomes Most-Shorted $25B+ Stock, Shares Surge 8%
Strategy (MSTR) surged on Wall Street after bitcoin’s rally, despite holding the largest short interest — about 14% of its $41.6 B market cap — among $25 B+ global equities.
This post Strategy (MSTR) Becomes Most-Shorted $25B+ Stock, Shares Surge 8% first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Coinbase Launches US Stock Trading, Pushing Ambitious ‘Everything Exchange’ Vision Forward

Coinbase is now offering U.S. stock and ETF trading alongside crypto, deepening its push to become a one-stop financial app through a Yahoo Finance partnership and broader plans for tokenized equities and expanded global access. From Crypto to Equities: Coinbase Opens 8,000+ Stocks to American Traders Coinbase Global Inc. (Nasdaq: COIN), a leading U.S.-based cryptocurrency

Bitcoin.com and TeamZ Summit 2026: Bringing Global Web3 to Tokyo

This content is provided by a sponsor. As momentum builds around digital assets, artificial intelligence, and decentralised infrastructure, the global Web3 spotlight is shifting east. Asia is rapidly positioning itself as the epicentre of the next wave of innovation, and at its heart stands Japan. With increasing regulatory clarity, growing institutional participation, and a strong

U.S. Treasury Sanctions Russian Exploit Broker Over Crypto-Funded Cyber Theft

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U.S. Treasury Sanctions Russian Exploit Broker Over Crypto-Funded Cyber Theft
The U.S. Treasury sanctioned a Russian network for buying stolen government cyber tools with crypto and reselling them, the first action under the Protecting American Intellectual Property Act.
This post U.S. Treasury Sanctions Russian Exploit Broker Over Crypto-Funded Cyber Theft first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.