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XRP Jumps as Trump Backs Crypto Reform, Ripple CEO Applauds

XRP is pushing toward the top of its recent trading range as bullish momentum builds and political backing for crypto reform intensifies. As of 11:33 on March 4, XRP was trading at $1, drawing renewed trader attention for a potential breakout.

Published at 2026-03-04 17:31:08
Visa and Bridge Expand Stablecoin Card to 100+ Countries

On March 3, 2026, Visa and Bridge said their stablecoin-backed card program will be available in more than 100 countries by the end of the year, aiming to simplify consumer access to crypto purchases. The rollout could broaden onramps and stablecoin use globally.

Published at 2026-03-04 17:00:26
Hoskinson: Clarity Act Would Be the SEC's 'Wet Dream'

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson warned the latest U.S. Clarity Act would hand excessive power to the SEC and could treat many tokens as securities, threatening innovation and increasing legal risk for projects and holders.

Published at 2026-03-04 16:16:16
Dogecoin Marks Historic First as Dog Appears in Nasdaq Bell Ceremony

Dogecoin celebrated a milestone on March 4, 2026, when a dog appeared at a Nasdaq bell-ringing ceremony—the first time a dog has been featured in Nasdaq's history. The moment highlighted the token's community influence and mainstream visibility.

Published at 2026-03-04 16:01:12
Tether Adds Big Four Auditor to USAT Report, $189B USDT Question Persists

Deloitte issued an independent accountant’s report attesting Anchorage Digital Bank’s USAT Reserve Report tied to Tether’s U.S. strategy. Despite the Big Four involvement, questions remain about the composition and whereabouts of roughly $189 billion in USDT.

Published at 2026-03-04 15:46:03
RedStone Adds Stellar Price Oracles After $10M Exploit Highlights Risk

RedStone has launched native price feeds on the Stellar network after a recent $10 million exploit exposed oracle vulnerabilities. The integration is meant to support Stellar’s growing DeFi experiments in lending and tokenized assets while improving on-chain price reliability.

Published at 2026-03-04 15:15:51
MANTRA Soars 37% After OM Token Swap Launch

Mantra (MANTRA) jumped 37% after the OM token swap completed at a 1:4 ratio, quickly attracting investor interest. The sharp move reflects renewed momentum and elevated trading activity around the altcoin.

Published at 2026-03-04 14:00:22
Tether Backs Eight Sleep with $1.5B to Boost AI-Powered Health Tech

Tether has led a $1.5 billion backing of sleep-tech company Eight Sleep to accelerate on-device personalized health intelligence, marking a notable move by a major stablecoin issuer into consumer AI health products.

Published at 2026-03-04 13:45:40
South Korea to Cap Crypto Exchange Ownership at 20%

South Korea's government and ruling party have reportedly agreed to cap major shareholders in cryptocurrency exchanges at 20%, with narrow exceptions for newly established platforms. The move is pitched as a way to limit concentration of control and reduce systemic risk.

Polymarket Pulls Nuclear Detonation Market Amid Backlash

Polymarket shut down a market on nuclear detonation after public outcry and regulatory scrutiny. The move follows insider trading allegations and a wave of foreign bans putting the platform under pressure.

Morgan Stanley Taps Coinbase and BNY Mellon for Proposed Bitcoin Trust Custody

Morgan Stanley has named Coinbase and BNY Mellon to custody and administer its proposed Bitcoin Trust; BNY Mellon will act as administrator, transfer agent and cash custodian. The move pairs a major bank with a leading crypto custodian as Morgan Stanley advances a spot-Bitcoin offering for clients.

Published at 2026-03-04 12:15:21
Kraken Becomes First Crypto Firm With Direct Fed Payments Access

Kraken is the first digital-asset firm granted direct access to the Federal Reserve’s primary payments system, enabling direct USD settlement and faster bank-grade transfers. The move marks a milestone in institutional integration and could reduce settlement friction for crypto markets.