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2026

Barclays steps into stablecoin infrastructure with Ubyx investment

Ubyx focuses on clearing and reconciling stablecoins issued by different providers. Barclays is prioritising regulated tokenised money rather than issuing its own stablecoin. The stablecoin market continues to be dominated by Tether, with most usage confined to crypto trading. Barclays has taken its first direct step into the stablecoin sector by investing in US-based settlement […]

Bitcoin price drops below $66k as Iran conflict escalates: Here’s what to expect

Bitcoin drops below $66K as Middle East tensions spark volatility. $6.39 billion ETF outflows show weakening institutional crypto demand. BTC swings between $63K–$65K; traders watch support and rate policy. Bitcoin (BTC) has slipped below the $66,000 mark as global markets react to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The rising conflict between Iran, the US, […]

ETH price prediction as Ethereum prepares for ERC-8004 mainnet rollout

Ethereum (ETH) holds near $3,000 as institutions accumulate despite mixed short-term sentiment. Strong staking, wallet growth, and ETF inflows support Ethereum’s price floor. ERC-8004 could unlock AI-driven on-chain demand and long-term ETH value. Ethereum is entering a pivotal phase as price action, institutional flows, and protocol-level innovation begin to converge. After a volatile start to […]

Why FLOW price is up over 50% today after Upbit and Bithumb delisting announcement

Legal injunction halts South Korean delistings of FLOW cryptocurrency. Altcoin rotation supports FLOW’s surge, outperforming broader crypto markets. Momentum indicators show FLOW in the overbought region, hinting at a possible pullback. FLOW, the native token of the Flow blockchain, has seen a dramatic surge today, climbing over 53% in just 24 hours. The jump comes […]

HashKey raises $250M for new crypto fund on strong investor demand

The fund targets infrastructure and scalable blockchain use cases, with a focus on emerging markets. Market makers have reduced activity since the Oct. 10 crash, while ETF flows signal lower institutional participation. The raise follows HashKey’s $206 million IPO on the Hong Kong stock exchange. Institutional capital is taking a longer view of crypto markets […]

Wyoming launches state-backed stablecoin as public finance experiment

Wyoming has launched FRNT, the first stablecoin issued and backed by a US state government. The dollar-pegged token is fully backed by cash and Treasuries and managed by Franklin Templeton. Interest from reserves is directed to Wyoming public schools rather than token holders. Wyoming has formally entered the digital asset market by issuing the first […]

Ethereum price analysis: ETH tests local bottom amid a possible trend reversal

Ethereum (ETH) is stabilising near $1,800–$1,900 after a prolonged sell-off. Whale accumulation and falling leverage hint at reduced downside risk. Strong fundamentals support a potential shift from decline to consolidation. Ethereum (ETH) is showing early signs of stabilisation after weeks of steady downside pressure. The price has been trading near the $1,800–$1,900 zone, an area […]

Katana (KAT) price outlook following Upbit and Bithumb listings

Katana (KAT) gains momentum from Upbit and Bithumb listings with KRW pairs. Katana Perps launch adds derivatives and deeper market utility. Traders should watch the support at $0.014 and the immediate resistance at $0.016. Katana (KAT), the native token of the Katana Network, has seen an extraordinary 53% price surge today, largely fueled by major […]

How a governance failure led to the Unleash Protocol hack

An unauthorised contract upgrade enabled direct withdrawals from the protocol. Funds were bridged to Ethereum and laundered through Tornado Cash. Assets affected included WIP, USDC, WETH, stIP, and vIP. A governance failure at Unleash Protocol has resulted in a major security breach, with attackers draining around $3.9 million in user funds. The incident was first […]