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Iran crisis puts the regime's $7.8 billion crypto shadow economy in spotlight
Iran's geopolitical crisis is highlighting its significant $7.8 billion crypto "shadow economy," used by the regime for international trade and by citizens as a financial lifeline. Bitcoin mining and stablecoin adoption, particularly USDT, have surged, with the IRGC heavily involved. Renewed conflict poses risks to mining infrastructure and potentially impacts hash rates.
The 'stablecoin sandwich' is dead: Why the next phase of crypto payments is all about the user relationship
The stablecoin market is maturing, shifting focus from issuance to user distribution, according to a former Diem executive. Meta's upcoming stablecoin integration is seen as part of this trend, prioritizing direct user relationships over technical infrastructure. This pivot benefits incumbents with large user bases, like card networks, who can commoditize the underlying assets.
Gold Price Forecast: On‑Chain Gold Surges Above 5,400 as US-Iran War Fears Mount
Tokenized gold prices surged past $5,400, outperforming physical gold amid escalating US-Iran war fears, indicating a rush into digital safe-haven assets. This premium on-chain highlights market volatility and a flight to safety, with tokenized gold acting as a bridge for crypto traders seeking protection. The future price action for both physical and tokenized gold will likely depend on the de-escalation or intensification of geopolitical tensions.
Midnight Network Secures Google Cloud and MoneyGram Ahead of Mainnet Launch
Midnight Network has secured Google Cloud and MoneyGram as founding node operators for its Kūkolu mainnet, launching March 2026. This partnership emphasizes "rational privacy" using Zero-Knowledge Proofs for selective disclosure, aiming to bridge traditional finance with blockchain in a regulatory-friendly manner. The participation of major institutions signals potential for increased institutional adoption and capital inflow.
XRP Price Prediction as Donald Trump Confirms Launch of Operation Against Iran
XRP price is experiencing short-term volatility due to geopolitical tensions stemming from US operations in Iran, which impacted overall crypto market cap. Despite recent price dips, analysts maintain XRP's long-term bullish structure remains intact. Technical analysis suggests a potential for significant upside, with some projections targeting $6-$10 or even higher, contingent on continued price consolidation and a breakout from its multi-year triangle formation.
Ripple Completes $280 Million Diamond Tokenization Deal With Ctrl-Alt
Ripple has successfully tokenized $280 million in diamonds on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) in partnership with Ctrl-Alt and Billiton Diamond, marking a significant RWA development. The company is also expanding its presence in Turkey, focusing on crypto adoption and potential partnerships with local financial institutions. Meanwhile, two proposed XRPL amendments, Batch (XLS-56) and fixBatchInnerSigs, were deprecated due to a discovered vulnerability.
AAVE price Faces Double Shock as Governance Rift Deepens
AAVE's price is facing downward pressure due to a dual shock: broader market panic and an internal governance rift. BGD Labs, a key technical contributor, announced its departure from Aave DAO due to strategic disagreements, citing centralization risks with Aave Labs' proposals. Technical indicators are also flashing bearish signals, suggesting sellers are in control.
'The Era of Bitcoin Treasuries Is Quietly Spreading': Metaplanet CEO Unveils Upcoming Japanese Bitcoin Treasury
Japanese firm Daido Limited, a 147-year-old public company, plans to acquire up to 1 billion yen (~$6.7 million) worth of Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset. This move is seen by Metaplanet's CEO as part of a growing trend of institutional adoption of Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation and currency depreciation.
Oil-linked futures on Hyperliquid surge 5% after U.S.-Israel strike on Iran
Oil-linked futures on Hyperliquid's HIP-3 experienced a significant surge, climbing over 5% following coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. This geopolitical event reignited fears of potential oil supply disruptions, especially given Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz. The increased volatility also saw gold and silver contracts rise, indicating a flight to safe-haven assets.
Ethereum News: Ethzilla Rebrands to Forum After Offloading Its ETH Holdings
ETHzilla, a company that aimed to mirror MicroStrategy's ETH holdings strategy, has rebranded to Forum and will pivot to Real World Assets (RWAs) after sustaining over 96% losses in the bear market. This comes as Ethereum (ETH) experienced an 11% price bounce, partly driven by significant institutional inflows into Ethereum ETFs totaling $157 million, the largest single-day purchase this year.
XRP Price Rally Ahead? Key On-Chain Data and Technicals Say Yes
XRP shows signs of a potential price rally, supported by on-chain accumulation and improving derivatives positioning. Taker buy-sell ratios indicate buyer dominance, while consistent ledger activity and whale accumulation suggest strategic positioning. Spot XRP ETF inflows are also adding institutional support, and a cup-and-handle pattern is forming on the price chart.
OpenAI wins defense contract hours after government ditches Anthropic
OpenAI secured a US Department of Defense contract to deploy AI models on classified networks, following the government's order for agencies to cease using rival Anthropic's technology due to national security concerns. Anthropic's prior contract with the Pentagon reportedly collapsed over disagreements on AI usage limits, particularly concerning autonomous weapons and surveillance. This development highlights increasing government scrutiny and strategic shifts within the AI sector.
