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Lavanya Chandru

Writer with roots in journalism and international relations, actively exploring blockchain and crypto, with curiosity for the field and a passion for simplifying complex ideas.

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Ethereum Foundation Nears 70K ETH Staking Target Amid Treasury Strategy Shift

ETH Surges $2,013 Before Pulling Back, Charts Signal Consolidation Phase

The day began with a modest uptick, as the overall crypto market rose 0.49%, bringing the total market capitalization to $2.31 trillion. Meanwhile, the Crypto Fear and Greed Index has remained at 19 extreme fear for over a month, reflecting persistent market caution. According to CoinMarketCap, ETH reached a high

March 9, 2026 2 mins read
Binance, CZ Secure Legal Win as Court Rejects Claims Tied to 64 Terror Attacks

Binance, CZ Secure Legal Win as Court Rejects Claims Tied to 64 Terror Attacks

Binance exchange and its founder, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), secured a legal win after a U.S. Court dismissed all claims on cryptocurrency transactions allegedly linked to 64 terrorist attacks globally between 2017 and 2024.  The court ruled that the plaintiffs failed to prove that Binance knowingly supported the attacks. According to

March 7, 2026 2 mins read
Florida Passes First U.S. State-Level Framework for Payment Stablecoins

Florida Passes First U.S. State-Level Framework for Payment Stablecoins

Florida lawmakers passed the first comprehensive bill for regulating stablecoins in the United States that aims to provide clear standards for issuers, monitoring, and consumer protection. On March 6, the Florida Senate passed Bill 314 with 37 votes in favor and zero opposition, and it is currently awaiting Governor Ron

March 7, 2026 2 mins read
Russia Proposes Simplified Crypto Licensing Process for Banks and Brokers

Russia Proposes Simplified Crypto Licensing Process for Banks and Brokers

The Russian central bank has announced a significant change as it regulates digital assets, suggesting that commercial banks and brokers are allowed to obtain licenses for cryptocurrency exchanges through a simple process instead of going through the entire licensing procedure. According to theInterfax reports, Central Bank of Russia Governor Elvira

March 6, 2026 2 mins read
Ripple Prime Offers Regulated Crypto Derivatives Access Through Coinbase Futures

Ripple Prime Offers Regulated Crypto Derivatives Access Through Coinbase Futures

Ripple is expanding its institutional trading capabilities by providing users with access to regulated crypto derivatives contracts on Coinbase’s derivatives exchange, which are cleared by Nodal Clear. The connection enables users to trade futures based on key cryptocurrencies within a regulated clearing system. According to the reports, Ripple Prime members

March 6, 2026 2 mins read
US Banking Regulators Clarify Capital Treatment for Tokenized Securities

US Banking Regulators Clarify Capital Treatment for Tokenized Securities

U.S. banking regulators have made an important step toward incorporating blockchain technology into the traditional financial system by pointing out that tokenized securities need to be treated the same as traditional securities for capital regulatory purposes under current regulations. On March 5, the official U.S. Federal Reserve website released a

March 6, 2026 2 mins read
TRM Labs Reports $35B Lost to Crypto Scams Worldwide in 2025

TRM Labs Reports $35B Lost to Crypto Scams Worldwide in 2025

Blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs warns that crypto‑enabled fraud and illicit flows increased in 2025, with an estimated $35 billion in crypto moving into scam schemes globally and over $100 million tied to fraud affecting just New Yorkers  According to the 2026 TRM labs reports released on March 4, these mentioned  figures probably understate

March 5, 2026 2 mins read
SOL Strategies Shares Soar 21% as February Update Highlights Validator Growth

SOL Strategies Shares Soar 21% as February Update Highlights Validator Growth

SOL Strategies has provided its monthly business update for February 2026, which highlights progress in its Solana-focused operations. The company claimed progress on its staking and validator infrastructure throughout the month, as its shares surged by almost 21%. According to the update, which was released on March 4, Solana-focused treasury

March 5, 2026 2 mins read
SEC Submits Guidance on Applying Securities Laws to Crypto

SEC Submits Guidance on Applying Securities Laws to Crypto

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has shared a new framework with the White House that explains how federal security rules apply to different types of cryptocurrencies, aiming to provide clearer guidance for crypto companies and investors navigating U.S. regulations. Also,  the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) submitted regulatory

March 5, 2026 2 mins read
Binance Aims for Five Regulatory Licenses Across Asia Markets in 2026

Binance Aims for Five Regulatory Licenses Across Asia Markets in 2026

Binance is shifting its growth strategy toward regulated expansion, aiming to secure more new Asia crypto licenses as it deepens local market integration and a stronger share of APAC’s rapidly growing crypto market. According to a report by Nikkei Asia, Binance’s regional head for Asia-Pacific, SB Seker, said the company

March 4, 2026 2 mins read