The post Arthur Hayes Sees $HYPE Hitting $150 by 2026 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has set a bold price target for Hyperliquid’s $HYPE token at $150 by August 2026, about five times its current level near $30. Hayes bases his outlook on Hyperliquid’s strong revenue potential, estimating its 30-day revenues could annualize to around $1.4 billion. Alongside this, $HYPE’s price recently climbed above $35 amid robust trading, including $10 billion in 24-hour perpetual volume and $6.04 billion open interest. The anticipation of Portfolio Margin entering its alpha phase is further fueling optimism around the token.

The post Trust Wallet Rolls Out Real-Time Scam Protection appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Trust Wallet has introduced a real-time security feature to protect users from address poisoning scams. The tool scans wallet addresses before transactions are completed, warning users about lookalike scam addresses and blocking high-risk ones. It also highlights small character differences to prevent costly errors. The protection is now active on 32 EVM-compatible networks, including Ethereum, BNB Chain, Polygon, and Base, helping users avoid fraud and send crypto more safely.

The post Winklevoss Twins Transfer $130M in Bitcoin to Gemini appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Wallets linked to Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss have transferred about $130 million worth of Bitcoin (around 1,773 BTC) to Gemini’s hot wallet over the past week, according to Arkham Intelligence. While the tracker suggested the funds were “presumably to sell,” no on-chain sales have been confirmed. Gemini’s total holdings remain stable at nearly 59,872 BTC. The transfers sparked debate online, especially after the twins recently promoted long-term holding, or “HODL,” during a TV appearance.

The post XRP Poised for Wave 5 Rally, Could Reach $18 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Analysts suggest XRP may be nearing the end of its corrective Wave 4, opening the door for a possible Wave 5 rally. Price action shows support around $1.30–$1.40, with technical indicators pointing to easing selling pressure and a potential trend reversal. If the Elliott Wave structure continues to unfold, some projections place upside targets between $5.85 and $18. Growing confidence is also backed by Ripple’s expanding global payments network and increasing ecosystem adoption.

The post Robert Kiyosaki Warns of 2026 Market Collapse appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad’s Prophecy, is warning that the stock market could face its largest crash in history in 2026. He argues that the root causes of the 2008 financial crisis remain unresolved and highlights BlackRock’s private credit exposure as a key risk. With global debt levels soaring, many retirees, especially baby boomers, could see their savings wiped out. Kiyosaki advises investors to consider hard assets like gold, silver, and cryptocurrencies to protect against the looming financial turbulence.

The post BlackRock Leads $167M Bitcoin ETF Inflows appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw strong net inflows of $167.1 million on March 9, reversing a recent short-standing outflow trend and signaling renewed institutional interest in Bitcoin. BlackRock’s IBIT led with $109.3 million, while Fidelity’s FBTC added $60.1 million. Smaller funds such as Bitwise’s BITB and ARK’s ARKB experienced minor outflows, but the overall picture indicated demand for regulated Bitcoin exposure. BlackRock’s IBIT remains the dominant ETF, helping total U.S. Bitcoin ETF assets hover near $88 billion as BTC trades steadily.

The post Bhutan Moves $11M in Bitcoin Amid Regular Sales appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

An address connected to the Bhutan government recently moved Bitcoin valued at approximately $11 million. Bhutan usually sells BTC in batches of $5 million to $10 million, following a consistent pattern. Around a month ago, it sold about $7 million in BTC via QCP Capital. These regular sales reflect a careful, structured approach to managing its cryptocurrency holdings, ensuring transparency. Despite these transfers, the government continues to hold a substantial portion of its Bitcoin, maintaining a cautious strategy in the crypto market.

The post Tom Lee’s Bitmine Buys 60,976 ETH appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Bitmine Immersion Technologies said it added 60,976 ETH last week, bringing its total Ethereum stash to 4.53 million ETH, roughly 3.76% of the entire supply. The firm reported $10.3 billion in combined crypto and cash assets, including $1.2 billion in cash. Of its Ethereum holdings, 3.04 million ETH are actively staked, earning rewards. The latest accumulation highlights Bitmine’s growing role as a major institutional Ethereum holder amid rising network participation and staking demand.

The post Strategy Buys $1.28 Billion Worth of Bitcoin appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Strategy, led by Michael Saylor, has acquired another 17,994 Bitcoin for roughly $1.28 billion, paying an average of $70,946 per coin. The latest purchase lifts the company’s total holdings to 738,731 BTC as of March 8, 2026. Overall, the firm has invested about $56.04 billion in Bitcoin at an average acquisition price of $75,862. Strategy continues to position Bitcoin as its core treasury reserve asset, reinforcing one of the largest corporate Bitcoin holdings globally.

The post Nasdaq Partners with Kraken to Bring Stocks On-Chain appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Nasdaq has partnered with Kraken’s parent company to develop tokenized shares that mirror traditional stocks, using the same identifiers and offering full shareholder rights such as proxy voting. Settlement will run through existing systems, with blockchain handling ownership records. Pending SEC approval, Nasdaq targets a 2027 launch, starting with listed firms. Kraken will distribute the tokens to customers in Europe and other regions through its xStocks platform, aiming to deliver round-the-clock access and faster settlement.

The post Coinbase Launches Regulated Futures Trading for Europe appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Coinbase has launched regulated futures trading for its Advanced users in 26 European countries, including Germany, France, and the Netherlands, giving European traders access to compliant derivatives on a major global exchange. The products include Bitcoin, Solana, and equity index futures such as the Mag7 + Crypto index, with a mix of perpetual‑style contracts that expire in five years and traditional term futures. Select contracts offer up to 10x leverage and competitive fees, aiming to provide more regulated options in a market where many previously relied on unregulated platforms.

The post HIP-3 Hits Record $720M Weekend Surge appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Hyperliquid’s HIP-3 protocol delivered its biggest weekend yet on Sunday, reaching a record $720 million in single day trading volume. Most of the activity came from strong participation on trade xyz. The spike followed growing geopolitical tensions and a sharp rise in crude oil prices, which increased market volatility. As price swings intensified, traders turned to the platform to seize short term opportunities, pushing weekend volumes to an all time high and signaling stronger engagement during uncertain global conditions.

The post Global Cryptocurrency Market Could Reach $5.5 Billion by 2033 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

The global Cryptocurrency market is projected to grow from $2.3 billion in 2023 to $5.5 billion by 2033, according to a report by Allied Market Research. The industry is expected to expand at a 7.5% annual growth rate during the period. Rising demand for transparent payment systems and growing cross-border remittances are driving adoption. Among digital assets, major coins include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether, Binance Coin, Cardano, and XRP. The report also notes that the Asia-Pacific region currently leads the market and is expected to see the fastest growth due to increasing crypto adoption and expanding blockchain-based payment solutions.

The post Suspected North Korean Hackers Breach Crypto Cloud Systems appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Security researchers at Ctrl Alt Intel say a threat group believed to be linked to North Korea carried out coordinated attacks against crypto companies by exploiting the React2Shell flaw and stealing AWS credentials to access cloud systems. The hackers reportedly stole private keys, configuration data, source code, and Docker images tied to staking platforms and exchange providers such as ChainUp, using infrastructure traced to a South Korea-based server, though attribution remains moderate and the source of the compromised credentials is still unknown.

The post G7 Considers Massive Oil Release as Prices Surge appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

G7 nations are considering a coordinated release of up to 400 million barrels of oil from strategic reserves to ease soaring energy prices. The move could be coordinated by the International Energy Agency. So far, three Group of Seven countries, including the United States, have shown support for the plan. U.S. officials believe a joint release of 300–400 million barrels could help stabilize markets. G7 countries currently hold about 1.2 billion barrels in reserves. Following the news, oil prices slipped back below $108 per barrel.

The post Kalshi Expands Into Brazil Through XP Partnership appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Kalshi Inc. is making its first move outside the U.S. through a partnership with Brazil’s largest brokerage, XP Inc. The platform will introduce yes-or-no event contracts tied to Brazil’s economy, including inflation and interest rate changes. These contracts will be available to Kalshi’s U.S. investors and select XP users in Brazil. While Brazil lacks specific prediction market regulations, the finance ministry is monitoring developments and has begun early discussions on the sector’s growth.