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Pantera and Franklin Templeton Collaborate with Sentient Arena to Explore the Potential of AI Agents

Sentient launched Arena, a production-style platform to test AI agents on enterprise tasks, with Pantera and Franklin Templeton joining the initial cohort.

2026-02-27T17:38:11Z•Mike Rose
News

UK Gambling Regulator Considers Approval of Cryptocurrency Payments for Online Betting

Any rollout would still require strict affordability and suitability checks, and crypto activity would need FCA authorization, Gambling Commission executive Tim Miller said.

2026-02-27T17:37:46Z•Mike Rose
Markets

PayPal, MoonPay, and M0 Introduce PYUSDx for Developers to Create Custom App-Specific Stablecoins

PYUSDx lets developers issue app-specific stablecoins backed by PayPal USD with fast launch, cross-chain support and branded token options.

2026-02-27T17:37:28Z•Jose Moringa
News

Minnesota Considers Prohibition on Crypto Kiosks Following Rise in Scam Incidents

Representative Erin Koegel proposed a total ban on crypto ATMs in Minnesota, building on a 2024 state law that imposed restrictions on kiosk operators.

2026-02-27T17:36:54Z•Jose Moringa
News

Minnesota Proposes Legislation to Ban Crypto Kiosks in Response to Surge in Elder Fraud Incidents

Minnesota lawmakers considered bill to ban crypto kiosks after testimony detailed $80,000 elder fraud case and overseas transfers.

2026-02-27T17:36:12Z•Mike Rose
News

Senate Democrats Call on Attorney General Bondi and Treasury Secretary Bessent to Investigate Binance Over Sanctions Issues

Senate Democrats are urging AG Pam Bondi to investigate Binance following reports that the crypto giant may be violating sanctions laws.

2026-02-27T17:35:47Z•Jose Moringa
Technology

MoonPay Launches Innovative PYUSDx Framework for Customizable App-Specific Stablecoins Linked to PayPal USD

The rollout deepens MoonPay’s push to position itself as backend infrastructure for fintech and AI builders, not just an onramp.

2026-02-27T17:35:24Z•Mike Rose
News

South Korea's Tax Office Faces Huge Setback After Security Breach Leads to Loss of $4.8 Million in Seized Cryptocurrency

South Korea’s National Tax Service reportedly published a wallet seed phrase in a press release, and tokens worth $4.8 million were swiftly drained in the latest custody blunder for the

2026-02-27T16:13:07Z•Mike Rose
Bitcoin

Bitcoin Faces Potential Decline as US Producer Prices Propel Gold to Month-Long Peak

Hotter US PPI inflation data boosted precious metals but punished Bitcoin bulls, with BTC price downside nearing 3% on the day.

2026-02-27T16:12:43Z•Jose Moringa
Bitcoin

Crypto Tax Changes and Bitcoin Holding Steady Below $70K: A Detailed Monthly Overview

Bitcoin struggled to breach $70,000 this month, while inflation rates decreased in Japan and some countries reevaluated crypto tax codes.

2026-02-27T16:12:21Z•Mike Rose
Bitcoin

Bitcoin Price Predictions: Analysts Discuss Potential $30K Bottom and Timing for BTC Recovery

Several analysts forecast Bitcoin extending its bear market into late 2026, with potential cycle lows between $30,000 and $45,000 backed by rising exchange reserves.

2026-02-27T16:11:58Z•Mike Rose
Technology

Barclays Explores Blockchain Technology for Enhancing Banking Services Such as Payments and Deposits, According to Report

The UK lender is reportedly seeking a technology partner to support blockchain-based payments and deposits as stablecoin adoption accelerates across finance and Big Tech.

2026-02-27T16:11:39Z•Mike Rose