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Anthropic CEO responds to Pentagon order prohibiting military use
Anthropic's CEO Dario Amodei has responded to a Pentagon order prohibiting military use of its AI models, citing concerns over mass surveillance and autonomous weapons. The US Department of Defense has labeled Anthropic a "supply chain risk," while rival OpenAI has secured a defense contract. This development highlights regulatory scrutiny and competitive shifts within the AI sector's defense applications.
Ether’s 60% down from its 2025 high, but TradFi keeps betting on ETH: Here’s why
Despite Ether's price underperformance in early 2026, its fundamentals remain robust with significant institutional adoption and ongoing development. Ethereum and its L2s dominate TVL and RWA markets, attracting major TradFi players. Co-founder Vitalik Buterin is focusing on base-layer scalability and ZK-EVM for future efficiency and security.
Bitcoin bottom fractal calls for 130% rally, but is the model valid in 2026?
A historical Bitcoin bottom signal has reappeared, suggesting a potential bullish inflection point similar to 2023. However, current macroeconomic conditions, including ETF flows and inflation trends, differ significantly from the previous cycle, casting doubt on the model's predictive validity for a rapid rally. Analysts suggest any short-term upside may face selling pressure, with key support levels identified around $45,000, $30,000, and $16,000.
Crypto treasury companies likely to consolidate in 2026: Crypto exec
Crypto treasury companies are expected to consolidate in 2026 due to the market downturn, with operating businesses acquiring those trading below net asset value. Tokenized real-world assets, particularly credit instruments, are seen as a key growth area for revenue generation. Companies like Strategy are leveraging these instruments to provide investors with exposure to Bitcoin.
Buying Bitcoin? Hold for at least three years to avoid losses, data says
Data from Bitwise suggests holding Bitcoin (BTC) for at least three years historically minimizes losses, with an average profit of around 90% for holders from three to five years ago. Despite recent corrections, long-term holders remain profitable, while shorter-term buyers face unrealized losses. Analysts maintain bullish long-term price targets for BTC, projecting significant upside by 2026-2027.
11 US senators request federal probe into Binance’s sanctions compliance
11 US senators have requested a federal investigation into Binance's compliance with sanctions and AML regulations, citing allegations of processing billions in Iran-linked transactions and potential sanctions evasion. Binance denies these claims, stating they identify and report suspicious activity and do not permit Iranian users. This development raises regulatory scrutiny for the exchange.
Why institutions still prefer Ethereum despite faster blockchains
Institutions favor Ethereum due to its deep liquidity and established stablecoin ecosystem, prioritizing capital depth over raw transaction speed. Despite advancements in faster blockchains, Ethereum's position as the primary hub for DeFi and RWAs remains strong. Upcoming upgrades like the Glamsterdam fork aim to boost L1 capacity, further solidifying its advantage.
Tether froze $4.2B in tokens tied to illicit activity in 3 years: Report
Tether has frozen approximately $4.2 billion in USDt linked to illicit activities over the past three years, with a significant portion frozen since 2023. This action highlights increasing reliance on stablecoin issuers by authorities to combat fraud and sanctions evasion. Concurrently, USDt is experiencing its largest monthly supply drop in three years, though Tether attributes this to distribution changes rather than demand.
Bitcoin price drops to $63K as US, Israel bomb Iran
Bitcoin experienced a price drop nearing 4%, testing the $63,000 support level following news of a US and Israeli military operation targeting Iran's nuclear infrastructure. Crypto markets reacted in isolation as traditional financial markets were closed. This geopolitical event adds to existing headwinds from recent inflation data and Bitcoin's ongoing monthly loss streak.
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.
Mt. Gox's former CEO floats hard fork to recover 80K hacked Bitcoin
Former Mt. Gox CEO Mark Karpelès has proposed a hard fork to recover approximately 80,000 BTC lost in the 2014 hack. The proposal aims to allow these funds to be moved to a recovery address without the original private key, potentially enabling distribution to creditors. Critics argue this would compromise Bitcoin's immutability and set a dangerous precedent, while some creditors support the move.
Morgan Stanley applies for OCC bank charter to custody crypto
Morgan Stanley has applied for a national trust bank charter to custody digital assets and support client investment activities, including crypto staking. This move signifies an acceleration of their crypto expansion, following recent ETF filings for BTC and SOL, and ETH. The application aligns with a broader trend of financial institutions seeking crypto-related bank charters.
Crypto VC Paradigm expands into AI, robotics with $1.5B fund: WSJ
Crypto investment firm Paradigm is launching a new $1.5 billion fund to invest in AI and robotics, alongside its continued crypto investments. The firm sees significant overlap between AI and crypto, particularly in areas like agentic payments and smart contract security. This move reflects a broader trend of VCs exploring AI's potential, with AI attracting a substantial portion of VC funding.
