Bitcoin Under $79,000: Fear Index Hits 2026 High
The crypto market is going through major turbulence. Bitcoin broke through $79,000, triggering panic and $1.72 billion in liquidations. Analysis of a dark weekend.
Bitcoin Below $80,000: $2.5 Billion Liquidated in Black Weekend
Bitcoin plunged below $80,000 this weekend, triggering over $2.5 billion in liquidations. Geopolitical tensions, Kevin Warsh’s Fed nomination, and ETF hemorrhaging: analysis of a nightmare weekend for crypto.
Crypto Stocks Crash: Coinbase Loses 17% in January, AI Miners Outperform
Coinbase posts 8 consecutive down sessions, Circle and Bullish plunge 20%. But Bitcoin miners pivoting to AI are outperforming. Analysis of a two-speed market.
Iran and Venezuela: When Bitcoin Becomes the Last Resort
Amid currency collapse and protests, Iranians are adopting Bitcoin at record pace. A global phenomenon revealing the true potential of cryptocurrencies.
Netherlands Bans Polymarket for Illegal Gambling Services
The Dutch gambling authority (Ksa) orders Polymarket to cease operations, threatening fines up to €840,000. Europe tightens its stance on crypto prediction markets.
MARA Holdings Acquires Majority Stake in Exaion, EDF’s Data Center Subsidiary in France
MARA Holdings, one of the largest publicly traded Bitcoin miners, has acquired a majority stake in Exaion, EDF’s high-performance data center subsidiary. Xavier Niel takes 10% via NJJ Capital. A historic Franco-American partnership leveraging low-carbon energy.
U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs — Bitcoin Rebounds
In a landmark 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Trump’s IEEPA tariffs unconstitutional. Bitcoin immediately rallied above $67,000 as markets celebrated the ruling.
California Crypto Licensing: DFAL Takes Effect July 2026
California requires crypto firms to obtain a DFAL license by July 1, 2026. Applications open March 9 via NMLS. Complete breakdown of requirements and industry implications.
Hyperliquid Launches $29 Million DeFi Lobby in Washington
The Hyper Foundation launches the Hyperliquid Policy Center, a DeFi lobbying group funded with 1 million HYPE tokens (~$29M). Led by crypto lawyer Jake Chervinsky, the organization aims to influence US crypto regulation.
Harvard Pivots: -21% Bitcoin, First $87M Ethereum Position
Harvard’s endowment fund cuts Bitcoin exposure by 21% while initiating its first Ethereum position. A diversification strategy signaling institutional crypto approach maturation.
