Author: James Wilson

Strategy added more bitcoin during the latest market pullback, extending a buying pattern that has continued through recent volatility and rising geopolitical tension.  Summary Strategy bought 1,031 BTC at $74,326, raising its total bitcoin holdings to 762,099 BTC. The latest purchase was smaller than last week’s 22,337 BTC acquisition worth $1.57 billion. Bitcoin fell below $70,000, leaving Strategy under pressure on its latest purchase during market volatility. Meanwhile, the company disclosed that it bought 1,031 BTC for $76.6 million, bringing its total holdings to 762,099 BTC. The latest purchase came as bitcoin traded above $74,000 early last week before falling…

H100 Group has signed a letter of intent to buy Norwegian Bitcoin companies Moonshot AS and Never Say Die AS through an all-share deal.  Summary H100 plans an all-stock deal to acquire Moonshot and Never Say Die in Norway. The proposed acquisition could raise H100’s Bitcoin holdings to about 3,501 BTC total. If completed, H100 would become Europe’s second-largest listed Bitcoin treasury company by holdings. If completed, the transaction would expand H100’s Bitcoin treasury and move the Sweden-listed company closer to the top tier of Europe’s public Bitcoin holders. According to a press release, H100 said the proposed transaction would…

On-chain investigator ZachXBT has reported a coordinated group of social media accounts that used war-related and political posts on X to direct users toward crypto scams.  Summary ZachXBT traced more than 10 X accounts using war panic posts to attract users into crypto scams. The network bought follower-rich accounts, reposted fear-driven content, then promoted fake giveaways and pump-and-dump tokens. On-chain data suggests the coordinated scam cluster earned six figures through misleading posts and social engineering. His latest thread says the network included more than 10 accounts and relied on fear-driven content to gain reach during the ongoing Middle East conflict.…

Bithumb is moving to retain CEO Lee Jae-won as the South Korean crypto exchange faces regulatory pressure and fresh scrutiny over compliance controls. Shareholders are expected to vote on his reappointment at the company’s regular meeting on March 31. Summary Bithumb seeks CEO Lee’s reappointment despite AML penalties and ongoing regulatory investigations in South Korea. Exchange faces transfer restrictions, fines, and scrutiny over a major Bitcoin promotion error. South Korea’s growing crypto market adds pressure as Bithumb prepares for license renewal. Bithumb will reportedly ask shareholders to approve another two-year term for Lee Jae-won. His current term ends at the…

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has provided more details on its pilot program that allows cryptocurrencies to be used as collateral in derivatives markets. The new guidance was issued in response to frequently asked questions about the program that began last year. Summary CFTC allows crypto as collateral in derivatives, following a pilot program. FCMs must apply a 20% capital charge for Bitcoin and Ether positions. Crypto cannot be used for uncleared swaps, but is allowed for cleared transactions. The CFTC’s recent notice outlines the procedures for futures commission merchants (FCMs) wishing to participate in the pilot program.…

A stablecoin linked to the crypto project Resolv Labs, Resolv USR (USR), has lost its peg to the US dollar after an attacker exploited the token’s contract.  Summary Resolv USR lost its peg after an attacker minted millions of unbacked tokens. The hacker quickly converted the minted tokens into stablecoins and Ether. Resolv Labs has paused operations and is investigating the exploit, with a recovery plan underway. Meanwhile, the attacker was able to mint millions of tokens without backing, leading to a sharp devaluation of the token. Resolv Labs has paused the protocol to prevent further damage and is working…

Brazil’s new Finance Minister, Dario Durigan, has decided to delay a public consultation on crypto taxation.  Summary Brazil’s Finance Minister halts crypto tax consultation to avoid election-year controversy. Durigan shifts focus to tech regulation and financial reforms, postponing crypto tax issues. Brazil remains the largest crypto market in Latin America despite tax consultation delay. At the same time, this move comes as the government shifts its focus toward the October presidential election. Durigan, who took office last Friday, aims to avoid controversial tax measures during this politically sensitive period. Durigan’s decision to pause the consultation on crypto taxation is seen…

VanEck, a prominent investment firm, has observed a shift in the Bitcoin (BTC) options market, highlighting growing defensive positioning from investors. The recent surge in put option demand and the drop in call option premiums signal a cautious outlook for Bitcoin’s price. This trend reflects investor concerns about macroeconomic factors and market volatility. Summary Bitcoin’s put/call ratio hits 0.84, showing increased demand for downside protection. Put premiums hit record highs, signaling growing caution in the market. Despite price declines, Bitcoin shows signs of stabilization with reduced volatility and leverage. In early 2026, the Bitcoin options market has shown signs of…

Ripple’s CTO emeritus David Schwartz recently engaged in an interesting exchange on X, responding to a post about XRP with a meme and supporting comments.  Summary David Schwartz responded to Solana with a meme, fueling the ongoing XRP-Solana rivalry. XRP’s integration on Solana through wrapped tokens highlights growing blockchain collaboration. XRP Ledger sees increased activity, but AI tools may cause failed transactions and higher fees. Meanwhile, the interaction occurred after a statement from Solana Foundation President Lily Liu, which sparked reactions from the crypto community, particularly surrounding the future of blockchain gaming. The conversation began when Solana’s official X account…

A new report from 10x Research reveals that the cryptocurrency market is currently seeing a divide in capital flows between retail and institutional investors. While institutional capital continues to support assets like Solana (SOL) and Ethereum (ETH), the XRP ecosystem is experiencing strong growth driven by retail adoption. Summary XRP’s growth is largely driven by strong retail demand, with limited institutional involvement. Institutional capital favors Solana and Ethereum, with XRP receiving cautious interest. XRP Ledger sees growing retail participation, with 5.66M wallets holding under 100 XRP. According to the 10x Research report, XRP’s price action is mainly supported by “strong…