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Crypto entrepreneur Nic Carter has urged Bitcoin developers to catch up on quantum resistance or risk losing out to Ethereum, which already has a post-quantum roadmap. 

Elliptic curve cryptography (ECC) is the math that keeps Bitcoin (BTC) secure. Users pick a secret number (private key) and, using a special curved line and simple multiplication rules on that line, can quickly create a public address that everyone can see.

There are fears that quantum computers will have the ability to break this cryptography. The Bitcoin community is split on how to deal with it, with some advocating for upgrading cryptography while others say intervention would violate Bitcoin’s core principles.

“Elliptic curve cryptography is on the brink of obsolescence,” said the founding partner at Castle Island Ventures on X on Thursday. “Whether it’s 3 or 10 years; it’s over and we need to accept that.”

“The only thing that matters is how quickly blockchain developers recognize that they need to bake in cryptographic mutability into their networks.”Carter argues that there will need to be an “entire reimagining” of how these systems work, and that today, the cryptography is hardcoded in. “That will have to change,” he added. 

ARK Invest said in a paper on March 11 that about a third of all BTC was at risk from the quantum threat, but added that it was a “long-term risk.” 

Ethereum has the advantage, claims CarterCarter said that Ethereum developers are already working on this with a new security team, linking to a detailed post-quantum roadmap by 2029 that has been set as a “top strategic priority.” 

“ETH people have already figured this out. Everyone else seems to be petrified in fear. Unless something changes quickly, ETHBTC will start to reflect the divergence in prioritization.” Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said in late February that validator signatures, data storage, accounts, and proofs must change to prepare for quantum threats, while proposing a quantum resistance roadmap.

Ethereum’s quantum-resistant roadmap. Source: Strawmap.orgAt the same time, Carter has previously claimed on X that Bitcoin Core developers have been ignoring quantum-related proposals such as BIP-360.

Carter came down hard again on Bitcoin developers in his recent X thread, claiming they have a “worst in class approach,” and “deny, gaslight, gatekeep, bury heads in sand, say ‘the community will decide’ and then refuse to take feedback from the community when offered.” 

Ethan Heilman, a co-author of BIP-360, responded in February that Core contributors have been engaging with the Bitcoin improvement proposal and that BIP-360 has received “more comments than any other BIP in the history of BIPs.”

Google warns of quantum threat to digital signatures Meanwhile, Google raised the stakes on Wednesday, setting a 2029 deadline for its post-quantum cryptography migration.

The search giant warned that quantum computers will “pose a significant threat” to current cryptographic standards, and “specifically to encryption and digital signatures.”

Magazine: Nobody knows if quantum secure cryptography will even work

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The XRP Ledger has recently seen an increase in transaction fees as network activity climbed close to 200 transactions per ledger, a level rarely reached in its history. This surge in usage pushed the network closer to its limits, resulting in higher fees and increased load, which drew criticism from users.

Addressing the concerns, Ripple CTO David Schwartz explained that such fee spikes are a normal response when demand rises beyond what the network can handle efficiently.

Why Fees Rise Without WarningAccording to Schwartz, XRP fees are designed to increase when transaction demand slightly exceeds capacity. Having said that, even a small overflow beyond key levels, like the 200 transactions per ledger range, can cause fees to jump quickly.

This happens because the system prioritizes stability. Instead of allowing congestion to build, it raises fees to limit excess transactions and ensure the network continues to function smoothly. 

How the XRP Fee Mechanism WorksHe further detailed that validators independently estimate how many transactions can fit into a ledger based on recent performance. They then apply an exponential fee curve, where costs rise rapidly once demand crosses a certain threshold.

The final clearing fee is not controlled by a single entity. Validators collectively determine it, typically requiring a majority agreement, and in some cases up to 80% consensus, depending on network conditions.

Transactions that do not meet the required fee are placed in a queue and prioritized based on the fee offered, ensuring that higher-value transactions are processed first.

What Happens During Network StressWhen the network begins to slow down, such as when consensus rounds stretch to around 12 seconds, validators take additional steps to stabilize performance. They reduce the number of transactions allowed per ledger and adjust the fee curve accordingly.

This means higher fees are required earlier, helping to manage congestion and bring the system back to normal operation.

Overall, the recent XRP fee spike shows how sensitive the network is to sudden increases in demand. As Schwartz explains, these changes are part of a built-in mechanism designed to protect performance. As the demand grows, similar fee movements may appear during periods of high activity.

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Bittensor (TAO) has surged 140% over the past six weeks and 105% since March 8, as the artificial intelligence (AI) narrative gains traction.

Yesterday, the altcoin reached an intraday high of $377.8, marking its highest price since mid-November 2025. At press time, TAO traded at $341.7, up 1.62% over the past day.

“The now #26 market cap has been at the center of the fast-growing AI narrative, with capital rotating toward decentralized machine learning projects as one of the market’s hottest themes,” Santiment wrote.

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Bittensor (TAO) Price Performance. Source: BeInCrypto MarketsThe rally has placed TAO among the top-performing large-cap tokens in March 2026. However, on-chain sentiment data paints a picture that separates this move from typical altcoin pumps.

Santiment noted that the social volume for TAO across X (formerly Twitter), Reddit, Telegram, and other platforms has reached its second-highest level on record. The only period that exceeded it was the activity surrounding TAO’s $529 price top on November 1.

Despite the massive price move, the sentiment breakdown tells a more restrained story. Santiment recorded just 1.5 positive comments for every 1 negative comment. 

“There isn’t any evidential bullish bias toward Bittensor at the moment,” the post read. “The retail crowd is not nearly as interested in this pump as some other altcoin surges we’ve seen in the past.”

Social Sentiment Around Bittensor (TAO). Source: SantimentAccording to the analytics platform, this is generally a positive signal. Rallies that attract little euphoric chatter tend to face less interference from “greedy traders,” who typically mark the formation of tops.

Meanwhile, in addition to the TAO price rally, the Bittensor ecosystem is also showing strong growth. BeInCrypto reported that the total TAO staked across subnets has increased from roughly $74,400 to more than $620 million over the past year, indicating growing investor interest in subnet participation.

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XRP pushes higher Friday. The digital asset hit $0.55 during intraday trading, marking its strongest performance in weeks as traders pile back into altcoins across the board.

Trading volume jumped 15% over the past day, per CoinMarketCap numbers. The spike comes as investors hunt for breakout opportunities beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. XRP still can’t crack the $0.60 resistance level though. That’s the key barrier standing between current prices and any serious run toward $2. Without breaking through there, the rally probably stalls out pretty quick.

Market watchers see mixed signals right now.

The token trades below its 200-day moving average, which typically signals bearish territory for long-term trends. But short-term momentum looks decent. Volume patterns suggest institutional players might be accumulating positions quietly. “We’re seeing some interesting whale activity around these levels,” said crypto analyst Michael van de Poppe on Twitter March 25. He thinks breaking $0.60 could trigger serious institutional buying.

Bitcoin Holds Key Support Line Bitcoin sits at $60,000 after a week of sideways action. The world’s biggest cryptocurrency hasn’t done much lately, but that ascending trendline from early 2026 keeps providing support. Analysts watch that line closely because it’s held through multiple tests over the past year.

The $62,000 level represents the next major hurdle for Bitcoin bulls. Breaking above there would probably drag the entire crypto market higher, including XRP and other altcoins. Macroeconomic factors like interest rate decisions and regulatory news continue driving sentiment. The Federal Reserve’s next meeting could shake things up significantly.

Glassnode data from March 24 shows long-term holders accumulating coins during this consolidation phase. That’s usually a good sign for future price action. But Bitcoin needs to prove it can sustain moves above current levels.

Shiba Inu Targets Technical Milestone Shiba Inu aims for its 100-day exponential moving average around $0.000012. The meme token gained 10% this month after getting hammered earlier in the year. SHIB’s volatility makes it tough to predict though. Analysts have drawn connections to Crypto Markets Show Recovery Signs as amid evolving conditions.

Retail investors love the token’s wild swings. But institutional players stay away because of the unpredictable price action. The next few weeks will show whether SHIB can maintain momentum or falls back into consolidation mode.

Binance reported 20% higher altcoin volumes last week. CEO Changpeng Zhao said March 26 that traders are hunting for bigger returns while Bitcoin stays range-bound. “People want exposure to coins that can move 20-30% in a day,” Zhao noted during a recent interview.

Ethereum trades near $4,000 after its latest network upgrade. Developers scheduled another update for June 2026 that should improve scalability. Cardano’s ADA hovers around $1.20 with founder Charles Hoskinson expressing confidence despite short-term choppiness.

The overall crypto market cap sits around $2 trillion. Most of that value comes from Bitcoin and Ethereum, but altcoin interest keeps growing. OpenSea saw 30% more monthly users in March compared to February, showing NFT activity remains strong.

Tether’s USDT maintains its $80 billion market cap as the dominant stablecoin. CTO Paolo Ardoino highlighted USDT’s role in facilitating trades across exchanges during volatile periods. The stablecoin provides crucial liquidity when markets get choppy. Analysts have drawn connections to Bitcoin Hits K Wall as Crypto amid evolving conditions.

XRP representatives didn’t respond to requests for comment about the recent price action.

The recent altcoin surge extends beyond just XRP and SHIB. Polygon’s MATIC jumped 18% this week while Solana’s SOL climbed 12%, both benefiting from increased DeFi activity. Chainlink’s LINK also posted gains as oracle demand grows across multiple blockchain networks. These moves suggest traders are rotating into utility tokens with real-world applications rather than purely speculative plays.

Regulatory clarity continues playing a major role in XRP’s price trajectory. The ongoing SEC lawsuit resolution remains a wildcard that could either unleash massive buying pressure or trigger another selloff. Ripple’s recent partnerships with central banks for CBDC pilots add fundamental value beyond the legal drama. Japan and the UAE have both tested XRP-based payment rails, while Brazil’s central bank explored similar applications last month. These developments create a floor of institutional interest that wasn’t present during previous market cycles.

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat price level does XRP need to break for a $2 run?XRP needs to break through $0.60 resistance and hold above its 200-day moving average to have a realistic shot at reaching $2.

How is Bitcoin’s trendline supporting current prices?Bitcoin’s ascending trendline from early 2026 has provided support around $60,000, with the next major resistance at $62,000.

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In January 2024, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approved spot bitcoin ETFs. Millions of retail investors gained regulated, direct exposure to bitcoin for the first time.

In that same period, the UK moved in the opposite direction. Despite Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s pledge to make Britain a global crypto hub and a place for innovation and growth, the UK took a different approach. It tightened restrictions that kept retail investors locked out of similar products.

Two years on, the reality for UK investors is very different. Despite recent regulatory changes, access to bitcoin is still fragmented, constrained and often hard to obtain. This is leading to worse outcomes for the consumers the FCA is meant to protect.

Different Assets, Same RulesThe Financial Conduct Authority is the UK’s independent regulator, overseeing more than 40,000 firms with a mandate to protect consumers, ensure market integrity and promote competition and economic growth.

In its approach to cryptoassets, it applies a “same risk, same regulation” principle, grouping bitcoin with speculative assets such as meme coins due to their volatility and potential for harm - arguably misunderstanding the differing risk profiles of these very different assets. This led to the 2021 ban on retail sales of crypto derivatives and exchange traded notes, known as ETNs, with the FCA citing widespread losses and unreliable valuations.

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This framing overlooks key differences. Bitcoin is a decentralised monetary network with a fixed supply, global liquidity, and a 15 year track record. Treating it as equivalent to speculative tokens under a “same risk, same regulation” framework ignores key differences. It places very different risk profiles into a single category. This can lead to counterproductive policy outcomes.

“Good regulation should bring investors into safer environments, not push them out of them,” says Ray Dillet, Head of Financial Institutions Europe at Bitwise Asset Management. “The FCA’s ‘same risk, same regulation’ principle is directionally right, but in crypto it is being applied too bluntly. Bitcoin is fundamentally different to most other cryptoassets. It’s a neutral asset, has no issuer and behaves more like a digital commodity than a speculative tech asset.

By failing to reflect that distinction, the UK risks driving investors away from regulated products and into offshore venues with significantly higher risk. That is the opposite of consumer protection.”

The FCA has begun to adjust its position. Following consultation, it lifted the ban on crypto ETNs listed on recognised UK exchanges, effective October 8, 2025. As the FCA stated in February 2026 correspondence to a Member of Parliament:

“In June 2025, the FCA launched a consultation on proposals to lift the ban on retail access to certain cETNs, which demonstrated our commitment to supporting the growth and competitiveness of the UK’s crypto industry, rebalancing our approach to risk by allowing consumers to make a choice on whether such a high-risk investment is right for them.”

The change allows retail access within a regulated framework, subject to restrictions. These include classification as a Restricted Mass Market Investments, which mandate risk warnings, appropriateness tests and cooling off periods for consumers who try to buy them.

On paper this seemed like progress, but in practice it fell short.

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Access In Theory, Friction In RealityWhile the FCA reopened the door to bitcoin products, practical barriers remained. Banking restrictions are among the most significant. Major banks, including HSBC, Barclays and NatWest, impose limits on transfers to cryptoasset exchanges. Others, such as Chase UK, Metro Bank, Starling and TSB, restrict or block them, citing fraud and consumer protection. In some cases, these restrictions affect lawful transactions to regulated platforms, and block what customers choose to do with their own money.

Industry reports suggest a large proportion of transactions are delayed or declined, with exchanges reporting rising onboarding friction. Within regulated products, investors face additional checks and disclosures not seen in comparable asset classes.

The result is not reduced risk but displaced risk. Users are pushed toward offshore platforms, informal markets, or unregulated proxies where protections are weaker or do not exist.

Jamie Nuttall, director of crypto tax at Myna L2, says “The FCA’s approach to bitcoin does not reduce risk. It simply moves it offshore and, in many cases, makes it invisible. With a plethora of options available globally, retail investors will always find a way to sidestep regulation when it comes to decentralised assets in order to remain exposed.”

This creates a contradiction at the heart of the FCA’s approach. Measures meant to reduce harm instead change where and how risk is taken, and potentially has the unintended consequence of actually increasing that risk. Much of the risk then moves beyond the reach of the protections they are meant to enforce.

Nuttall adds, “This is likely to create a far bigger problem, exposing investors to platforms with fewer restrictions, less oversight, and significantly higher risk. All for simply wanting to access a globally available asset class. The FCA’s consumer protection mandate is ultimately undermined by the very enforcement restrictions designed to uphold it.”

The FCA emphasises these measures as necessary:

“The classification of cryptoassets as Restricted Mass Market Investments (RMMIs) under our financial promotions rules means that these safeguarding marketing frictions, such as risk warnings, are necessary... With cryptoassets treated as RMMIs, our rules ensure that promotions of cryptoassets are fair, clear and not misleading.”

Additionally, the FCA makes it clear that “there won’t be coverage from the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS).”

From early 2016 to March 2026, Bitcoin delivered cumulative returns of approximately 16,300%, outperforming the S&P 500’s ~300% total return and gold’s ~300% gain over the same period. The divergence raises questions about whether UK investors are being protected from risk or from opportunity.

Bitcoin vs. S&P 500 and Gold - 10 Year Performance. Line chart comparing Bitcoin, the S&P 500 and gold over a ten year period, showing significantly higher returns for bitcoin.

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Tax Efficient AccessThe situation worsens with upcoming tax changes. From April 6, 2026, crypto ETNs remain outside mainstream ISA wrappers. They are limited to niche options such as Innovative Finance ISAs, or IFISAs. These are typically offered in relation to peer to peer lending and crowdfunding, have limited platform support, and offer no Financial Services Compensation Scheme protection.

Unlike traditional Stocks and Shares ISAs, IFISAs make tax efficient holding harder. Existing holdings may require transfer or restructuring, new purchases within wrappers become limited. Some investors may face forced sales, taxable accounts or market timing risks.

The effect is as regulated access tightens, some turn to offshore or unregulated platforms, where protections are weaker and risks higher.

Rather than improving access within a regulated environment, the changes may narrow it further. They make tax efficient investment harder while leaving unregulated alternatives easier to access.

Protection or Restriction?The FCA’s consumer protection mandate is necessary, but the framework raises a key question. At what point does protection become restriction?

The regulator says it will continue to monitor market developments and consider its approach to high risk investments. It adds that any changes to RMMI classification will be reviewed as part of broader crypto regime work.

By keeping access difficult, limiting availability, and adding structural barriers, the UK risks pushing investors toward less regulated environments. This is the outcome the policy aims to prevent.

As recent changes take effect, UK retail access to bitcoin remains constrained, inconsistent and in many cases out of reach.

The FCA’s mandate is to protect consumers and ensure market integrity. When regulation restricts access to one of the best performing assets of the decade while pushing investors toward opaque or unregulated alternatives, it undermines both. If the UK is serious about financial innovation, it must confront a growing contradiction. A framework designed to reduce harm may be creating it.

Stellar's (XLM) price action mirrors that of Bitcoin and Ether as it is currently down by nearly 2% in the last 24 hours. The coin is trading above $0.17 on Thursday after taking out the $0.182 swing high on Wednesday. Despite facing rejection on the 4-hour and daily timeframes, improving sentiments from the derivatives market suggest an upside continuation for XLM in the near term. XLM's derivatives data shows bullish bias XLM is down nearly 2% in the last 24 hours as the sellers pushed the price lower after it took out the $0.182 swing high a few hours ago. However, XLM's derivatives data remains bullish.

After six consecutive months of red candles, a green monthly candle has finally appeared. However, LINK price still remains below $10. Investors appear to view the sideways movement under $10 in March as an accumulation opportunity.

On-chain data for LINK shows notable signals that support a positive outlook for the coming month.

Chainlink Accumulation Reaches Record Levels as Whales Aggressively BuyData from Arkham Intelligence shows several large LINK purchases this week. These include 217,000 tokens ($2 million) acquired OTC from Cumberland and 83,000 tokens ($800,000) bought on Binance.

In addition, a large investor (0x91c) purchased 384,000 LINK (~$3.49 million) OTC from B2C2 Group and Galaxy Digital.

According to data from the analytics platform Santiment, the number of wallets holding at least 1,000 LINK has risen to 25,420. This marks the highest level since December 3, 2025.

This figure reflects a clear trend: mid-sized and large investors are actively increasing their LINK holdings rather than selling.

“While LINK remains in the $9 to $10 range since early February, larger capital wallets have gradually returned to the network in anticipation of a future breakout,” Santiment reported.

Chainlink (LINK) Amount of Wallets Holding at Least 1,000 LINK. Source: SantimentPrice stability combined with a rising number of holding wallets is a classic on-chain signal. It often indicates hidden buying pressure building beneath the surface.

Institutional capital is also flowing into Chainlink through traditional financial products. In March 2026, spot LINK ETFs in the United States reached a new record in total net assets, currently standing at $93.74 million.

Data from SosoValue shows that the total net assets of LINK ETFs have increased since early February. The chart forms a steep upward line throughout March.

Total LINK Spot ETF Net Inflow. Source: SoSoValueWeekly net inflows have remained consistently positive, with no negative weeks recorded. This trend shows that institutional demand for LINK exposure remains strong.

Furthermore, data from CryptoQuant shows that LINK reserves on exchanges have steadily declined while the price has moved sideways below $10.

Current exchange reserves stand at 127.3 million LINK. Lower available supply on exchanges, combined with increasing accumulation, creates a foundation for potential recovery.

Chainlink Exchange Reserve. Source: CryptoQuant.From a technical analysis perspective, LINK is approaching a critical moment. Analysis on TradingView shows that LINK price is currently at its most important support zone since 2019. Holding this level could mark a major shift in price structure.

Historically, long-term support zones like this often provide strong recovery potential. The combination of solid technical support, whale and institutional accumulation, and declining exchange supply creates a setup worth close monitoring.

Chainlink (LINK) Support Trendline. Source: TradingViewHowever, the cryptocurrency market is inherently unpredictable. A recent report from BeInCrypto states that altcoin trading volume has dropped by 85% amid macroeconomic uncertainty, as investors shift toward Bitcoin.

Therefore, even if a recovery occurs in April, LINK’s upside may be limited due to persistent cautious market sentiment.

Over the past few years, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has been a massive tailwind for companies across the semiconductor industry. Two notable beneficiaries of this boom have been Arm Holdings (ARM +16.36%) and Micron Technology (MU 3.34%). Both companies play crucial roles in powering the data centers that train and run complex AI models.

But when investors weigh these two stocks against each other today, they face a fascinating trade-off. Micron is currently delivering explosive, triple-digit top-line growth and trades at a remarkably low valuation. Arm, meanwhile, trades at a sky-high premium but just announced a strategic shift that could fundamentally transform its business model over the long haul.

So, which of these two chipmakers is the better buy for investors looking toward 2026 and beyond?

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Arm's game-changing pivot Until now, Arm's business model has primarily revolved around designing processor architectures and licensing them to other companies, rather than manufacturing its own silicon. This asset-light approach has allowed the company to command extraordinary profit margins (Arm boasted an adjusted gross margin of 98% in its most recent quarter), but it also means the company captures only a fraction of the total revenue generated by the chips it helps create.

However, the company just announced a major strategic shift: Arm is designing its own artificial general intelligence (AGI) central processing unit (CPU), with Meta Platforms as its lead partner.

This move into custom silicon represents an enormous new tailwind. Management anticipates that this new chip unit could generate $15 billion in annual sales within five years -- a significant addition to the approximately $4 billion of total company revenue it generated in fiscal 2025.

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If the company executes on this vision, it would dramatically accelerate its overall growth trajectory while maintaining the strategic importance of its core licensing business.

And the company's underlying business is already demonstrating solid momentum. In its third quarter of fiscal 2026 (a period that ended on Dec. 31, 2025), Arm's revenue rose 26% year over year to $1.24 billion, up from roughly $984 million in the year-ago quarter. This top-line expansion was broad-based, with recurring royalty revenue surging 27% and license and other revenue jumping 25%. While these core operations are clearly thriving on their own, management's decision to capture more of the value chain by offering its own physical chips could morph into a powerful new financial engine over the long haul.

Micron's explosive growth and cyclical risks Micron, on the other hand, is already seeing the kind of massive revenue surge that Arm is hoping for. In its fiscal second quarter of 2026 (a period that ended in late February), the memory specialist reported revenue of about $23.9 billion -- a staggering 196% increase from the year-ago period. At the same time, Micron's adjusted earnings per share skyrocketed to $12.20. And the momentum is only accelerating, with management guiding for fiscal third-quarter revenue of approximately $33.5 billion.

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But despite these spectacular numbers, Micron's stock actually fell in the days following its earnings release.

The market's hesitation stems from the inherent cyclicality of the memory chip industry. Right now, demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) used in AI data centers is vastly outstripping supply, giving Micron incredible pricing power. But history shows that periods of tight supply and high prices eventually lead to significant capacity expansions, which in turn cause supply to catch up with demand and pricing power to collapse.

The verdict When comparing the valuations of these two companies, the gap is breathtaking. As of this writing, Micron trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of just 8. Arm, meanwhile, carries a staggering forward price-to-earnings ratio in the seventies.

It is easy to look at that disparity and conclude that Micron is the safer bet. But in the semiconductor industry, a low valuation often signals that the market believes earnings have peaked and are due for a cyclical decline. If memory pricing softens, Micron's bottom line will take a hit, making that seemingly cheap valuation eventually look like a trap in hindsight

Of course, Arm's valuation leaves very little room for error, and investors are clearly paying upfront for the anticipated success of its new silicon venture. But over the long haul, Arm's transition into designing its own AI chips arguably provides a more sustainable and durable growth driver. I believe paying a premium for a company with expanding structural advantages is wiser than trying to time the top of a memory cycle, making Arm the better buy today.

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 25, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Aquestive Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AQST) between June 16, 2025 and January 8, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important May 4, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Aquestive securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Aquestive class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=55756 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 4, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

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DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose the true state of Aquestive's New Drug Application ("NDA") for Anaphylm; pertinently, Aquestive concealed or otherwise minimized the significance of the human factors involved in the use and deployment of its sublingual film, such as packaging, use, administration, and labeling. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 25, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX) between July 23, 2025 and February 3, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important May 4, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Boston Scientific common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Boston Scientific class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=55398 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 4, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved, at that time, the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, during the Class Period, defendants made positive statements to investors while, at the same time, disseminating materially false and misleading statements and/or concealing material adverse facts concerning the true state of Boston Scientific's U.S. Electrophysiology segment; notably, that management was aware that the segment's growth rate was unsustainable and that it was approaching an earlier tipping point than the market was anticipating. Due to defendants' statements of confidence and lofty expectations, investors and analysts were left surprised by Boston Scientific's net income miss and underwhelming guidance for the first half of fiscal 2026. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Boston Scientific class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=55398 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

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BURLINGTON, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $ANRG #ANRG--Anaergia (TSX: ANRG; OTCQX:ANRGF) reports positive Adjusted EBITDA, 61% revenue growth and Revenue Backlog up 149% in fiscal 2025.

Nvidia (NVDA +1.95%) stock has the potential to surge 150% over the next few years, but one big thing is going to have to happen.

First and foremost, artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure spending is going to have to continue to climb, and its customers are going to have to signal that this spending is sustainable. Without that happening, little else matters. That's why this is the one thing that 100% has to happen for Nvidia stock to see big gains from here.

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The good news is that data center AI spending is, by and large, expected to continue to grow rapidly in the coming years. Famed investor Cathie Wood has predicted AI infrastructure investments could hit $1.4 trillion in 2030, which is a big jump from around the $500 billion in spending the market saw last year. The bulk of this spending is projected to go toward computing power, such as Nvidia's graphics processing units (GPUs), while networking is expected to grow even faster.

That, however, is just the first piece of the puzzle for Nvidia. It will also need to maintain its market-share lead in AI chips. Advanced Micro Devices is set to chip away a little bit at Nvidia's share in the GPU market following its partnerships with OpenAI and Meta Platforms. Meanwhile, AI ASICs (application-specific integrated circuits) are also set to take some share. However, Nvidia is still positioned to be the market-share leader given the ecosystem it has developed around its chips.

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More than just GPUs One of the most important things that Nvidia has done over the years is really transform itself from a GPU maker into an entire AI infrastructure solutions company. Its networking business has actually been its fastest-growing business, and it's also moved into other chips, including central processing units (CPUs) and data processing units (DPUs). It's also worked to expand its strong software moat.

Meanwhile, its "acquisitions" of Groq and SchedMD have better positioned the company for the upcoming age of inference and agentic AI. With Groq, the company has now tied language processing units (LPUs) designed specifically for inference into its ecosystem. SchedMD, meanwhile, has helped it develop its NemoClaw solution for AI agents. With AI agents, data centers are also going to need more CPUs, and Nvidia has purpose-built its new Vera CPU specifically for agentic AI.

Nvidia today has a lot more revenue streams than just GPUs, and Wells Fargo just projected China could add another $25 billion a year in revenue. That could certainly set up the company to produce $20 or more in earnings per share (EPS) in its fiscal 2030 (ending January 2030), which could propel the stock to $450 by the end of 2028.

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NEW YORK, March 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Chanson International Holding (NASDAQ: CHSN) resulting from allegations that Chanson International Holding may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Chanson International securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Rosen Law Firm is preparing a class action seeking recovery of investor losses.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the prospective class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=56805 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

WHAT IS THIS ABOUT: Rosen Law Firm is investigating potential civil securities claims.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved, at that time, the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

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DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Liberty Energy Inc. (NYSE: LBRT) (“Liberty”) today announced the pricing of, and that it has agreed to sell, $475.0 million aggregate principal amount of 0.00% convertible senior notes due 2032 (the “Notes”) in a private offering (the “Notes Offering”) to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). Liberty also granted the initial purchasers an option to purch.

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NEW YORK, March 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: EOSE) between November 5, 2025 and February 26, 2026, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important May 5, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Eos Energy securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Eos Energy class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=18041 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 5, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved, at that time, the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Eos Energy was unable to achieve the ramp in production and capacity utilization required to achieve its previously set guidance; (2) Eos Energy’s battery line downtime was running well above industry norms, the design intent of the line, and internal forecasts; (3) Eos Energy was experiencing delays in the ability for its automated bipolar production to hit quality targets; (4) Eos Energy’s inadequate systems and processes prevented it from ensuring reasonably accurate guidance and that its public disclosures were timely, accurate, and complete; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants’ positive statements about Eos Energy’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Eos Energy class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=18041 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

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NEW YORK, March 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of common stock of Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT) between February 4, 2025 and February 2, 2026, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 18, 2026.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Gartner common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Gartner class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=56538 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 18, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose facts concerning the true state of Gartner’s growth rates; notably, that it was not truly equipped to handle ongoing challenges in its industry to either meet consulting revenue targets or to increase or even maintain its contract value (“CV”) growth rate; Gartner’s repeated claims of being able to achieve 12-16% CV growth rates in a “normal” macroeconomic environment proved to be unrealistic. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Gartner class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=56538 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

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Deribit will process the expiry of $15 billion in BTC contracts this Friday, representing 40% of its total open interest. President Donald Trump’s diplomatic deadline regarding Iran’s power plants expires simultaneously, adding critical macroeconomic pressure. Bitcoin is currently trading around $70,912, showing remarkable resilience in the face of uncertainty and accumulating 2.3% gains. A high-tension day is expected in the cryptocurrency market this coming Friday. The confluence of technical and geopolitical factors points to a surge in volatility, marked by a massive Bitcoin expiry on the Deribit platform, now under the Coinbase umbrella.

In technical terms, the Total Bitcoin Open Interest across 24 exchanges reached $112 billion over the last 24 hours, following an 8% increase. Although 30-day volatility sits at a high 2.23%, analysts observe a compression in implied volatility, which could indicate a more orderly contract settlement than previously anticipated.

This scenario is complicated by the situation in the Middle East. According to Jean-David Pequignot, an executive at Deribit, the five-day pause in military actions against Iran concludes exactly in time for the options settlement, exacerbating risks within the market’s term structure.

BTC Resilience and Post-Expiry Outlook Despite the headwinds, the asset has managed to stay above the $70,000 psychological support. This behavior reflects solid demand in the spot market and significant stability among long-term holders, who appear to be ignoring the immediate geopolitical noise.

Furthermore, experts from Nexo suggest that the true price action will begin once the options “overhang” clears. Typically, following major expirations, the market tends to find its own direction over the weekend, often replicating sharp moves such as those seen in September 2025.

In summary, the market is at a turning point where diplomacy and financial derivatives will dictate the pace of the weekend. Traders’ attention is now focused on ETF flows and on-chain accumulation to confirm if fresh capital will enter following the conflict’s resolution.

Ethereum price started a recovery wave above the $2,120 zone. ETH is now consolidating above $2,140 and is struggling to clear the $2,200 resistance.

Ethereum started a recovery wave above the $2,150 zone. The price is trading above $2,120 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a new bearish trend line with forming resistance at $2,175 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,205 resistance. Ethereum Price Faces Resistance Ethereum price managed to stay above $2,050 and started a recovery wave, like Bitcoin. ETH price was able to climb above the $2,080 and $2,120 resistance levels.

The price cleared the 38.2% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,385 swing high to the $2,025 low. However, the bears seem to be active below the $2,200 resistance. There is also a new bearish trend line with forming resistance at $2,175 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD.

Ethereum price is now trading above $2,140 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,100, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,175 level and the trend line.

The first key resistance is near the $2,205 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,385 swing high to the $2,025 low.

Source: ETHUSD on TradingView.com The next major resistance is near the $2,250 level. A clear move above the $2,250 resistance might send the price toward the $2,300 resistance. An upside break above the $2,300 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,345 resistance zone or even $2,365 in the near term.

Another Drop In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,175 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,120 level. The first major support sits near the $2,100 zone.

A clear move below the $2,100 support might push the price toward the $2,065 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,020 region. The main support could be $2,000.

Technical Indicators

Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is losing momentum in the bullish zone.

Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 zone.

Major Support Level – $2,065

Major Resistance Level – $2,175

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A crypto market expert has reported that Bitcoin (BTC) has just formed its most bullish signal amid the ongoing bear market trend. According to the analyst, this technical signal could be the catalyst for a major bullish turnaround, potentially propelling Bitcoin’s price to explosive levels. 

Analyst Reveals Bitcoin’s Most Bullish Signal Yet The Bitcoin price has surged back above $71,000 after briefly declining near $68,000 just last week. While the market continues to experience fluctuating prices and short-term relief bounces, which many experts identify as potential fake outs, technical analyst Crypto Patel has shared a new signal that could lead to a full bullish reversal for BTC.

In a Monday X post, the analyst revealed that BTC has formed an incredibly bullish signal that almost no one in the market is talking about. Sharing a price chart, Crypto Patel noted that BTC has recorded its longest negative correlation with the S&P 500 since 2020. He explained the significance of this correlation, suggesting that Bitcoin is no longer trading like a risk asset.

Crypto Patel also revealed that the roughly 70,000 BTC in Open Interest was recently wiped out during a single liquidation event. This reset market positioning back to April 2025 levels, effectively clearing excess leverage from the system. 

Source: Chart from Crypto Patel on X Notably, the analyst emphasized that the last time Bitcoin decoupled from the S&P 500, it was followed by a powerful upward rally. Based on this historical trend, his analysis points to a comparable price surge in Bitcoin during this cycle, potentially pushing the cryptocurrency out of its ongoing bear market. 

While Crypto Patel maintains a broadly bullish outlook for BTC, other analysts remain significantly bearish. Market expert Lyvo has warned traders and investors on X against turning too quickly bullish after any major Bitcoin-related news.   

From a psychological standpoint, he explained that many participants have already accepted the idea that Bitcoin is in a bear market. He attributed this sentiment to the formation of lower highs and continued price declines, which have gradually changed retail sentiment. Despite the cautious outlook, Lyvo acknowledged that the market could still rebound from its current downtrend. However, he also noted that if Bitcoin continues dumping, it could push the market closer to its next bullish phase. 

Analyst Shares BTC Long-Term Price Forecast For his long-term outlook, Crypto Patel has projected that Bitcoin could reach an ambitious price target of $600,000 by 2029. He has shared a potential roadmap for achieving this milestone, using past cycle trends to support his bold forecast. 

According to the analyst, BTC surged to an ATH of about $68,991 in the last cycle before crashing roughly 77% to $15,470, marking a final bottom. He believes a similar trend could unfold this cycle, noting that Bitcoin hit a peak above $126,000 in October 2025 and could form its next cycle bottom around the same month in 2026. 

He further highlighted that the 0.5-0.618 Fibonacci Retracement level near $50,000-$35,000 on the price chart could be a major accumulation zone once BTC bottoms. Following this potential price floor, the analyst expects Bitcoin to stage a powerful rally and potentially hit a cycle peak between $500,000 and $600,000 sometime between September and October 2029.

BTC trading at $71,427 on the 1D chart | Source: BTCUSDT on Tradingview.com Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com

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XRP price started a fresh decline from $1.4380. The price is now struggling and is at risk of another decline below the $1.380 zone.

XRP price started a fresh decline below the $1.420 zone. The price is now trading below $1.420 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $1.4050 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could continue to move down if it settles below $1.380. XRP Price Dips Again XRP price attempted a recovery wave above $1.4220 but failed to continue higher, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price started a fresh decline below $1.420 and $1.4120.

There was a move below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1.3838 swing low to the $1.4372 high. Besides, there was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $1.4050 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair.

The price is now trading below $1.420 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If there is a fresh upward move, the price might face resistance near the $1.4120 level. The first major resistance is near the $1.420 level. A close above $1.420 could send the price to $1.4380.

Source: XRPUSD on TradingView.com The next hurdle sits at $1.450. A clear move above the $1.450 resistance might send the price toward the $1.4840 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $1.520 resistance. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near $1.5550.

More Losses? If XRP fails to clear the $1.420 resistance zone, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $1.3965 level or the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1.3838 swing low to the $1.4372 high. The next major support is near the $1.380 level.

If there is a downside break and a close below the $1.380 level, the price might continue to decline toward $1.3620. The next major support sits near the $1.3450 zone, below which the price could continue lower toward $1.320.

Technical Indicators

Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now gaining pace in the bearish zone.

Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now below the 50 level.

Major Support Levels – $1.3800 and $1.3450.

Major Resistance Levels – $1.4200 and $1.4380.

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Circle's new developer toolkit combines Gateway, Gas Station, and Forwarding Service to enable USDC transfers across 8+ chains without native gas tokens.

Circle has released a comprehensive developer framework that eliminates the need for native gas tokens when moving USDC across multiple blockchains—a persistent pain point that has complicated multi-chain treasury management and user onboarding for years.

The new integration combines three Circle products: Gateway for cross-chain deposits, Gas Station for fee sponsorship, and the Forwarding Service for destination-side minting. Together, they create what amounts to a USDC-only operational layer across eight supported testnets including Ethereum Sepolia, Base Sepolia, Avalanche Fuji, and Arbitrum Sepolia.

Why This Actually MattersRunning multi-chain operations has always meant holding a portfolio of volatile native tokens purely to pay infrastructure costs. Your product moves stablecoins, but your treasury holds ETH, AVAX, MATIC, and whatever else you need for gas. Each token requires monitoring, topping up, and introduces accounting complexity that has nothing to do with your actual business.

On testnet, this translates to faucet hunting—each chain has its own faucet with different rate limits and uptime issues. On mainnet, it's worse: every native token balance represents market exposure you didn't ask for.

Circle's solution offers three paths depending on your architecture. Arc (Circle's own chain) uses USDC natively for gas—no separate token exists. Gas Station lets developers sponsor fees via credit card billing with a 5% processing fee, requiring Smart Contract Account wallets. Circle Paymaster flips the model, letting users pay gas in USDC with a 10% surcharge.

Technical ImplementationThe flow works through a two-transaction deposit sequence: an ERC-20 approve followed by a deposit call to Gateway's contract at 0x0077777d7EBA4688BDeF3E311b846F25870A19B9. With Gas Station enabled, neither transaction requires the wallet to hold native tokens.

There's a catch for transfers out. Burn intents require EIP-712 signatures, and Gateway doesn't accept smart contract signatures. Developers must assign an EOA delegate—a separate wallet that signs on behalf of the SCA. One EOA using the EVM-TESTNET blockchain type works across all chains, avoiding the need for chain-specific companions.

The Forwarding Service handles destination-side broadcasting, deducting fees from the USDC amount. Developers wanting to minimize fees can skip this and call gatewayMint directly from a destination SCA wallet, with Gas Station sponsoring that transaction too.

Market ContextThis release arrives as USDC's market cap sits at $78.67 billion, with Circle actively expanding supply—the Treasury minted 250 million USDC on March 25 and injected $500 million on Solana the day before. The timing suggests Circle is building infrastructure to support significantly higher transaction volumes.

The framework targets specific use cases: AI agents managing multi-chain treasuries without human intervention for gas acquisition, automated sweep processes for treasury consolidation, and user onboarding flows where the first meaningful action doesn't require buying native tokens first.

For developers testing multi-chain applications, Circle's faucet provides USDC across supported chains, potentially reducing reliance on multiple chain-specific faucets during development.

Full documentation and code samples are available through Circle's developer portal. Mainnet support timelines weren't specified, though the testnet coverage suggests production rollout is the obvious next step.

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Digital asset infrastructure company BitGo is partnering with ZKsync, a leading Ethereum Layer 2 scaling protocol, to develop fiat tokenization infrastructure for banks. 

The resulting products will be regulatory-compliant and institutional-grade settlements, with all the benefits of blockchain technology – 24/7 availability, instant settlements, security, and privacy.

BitGo brings fiat to blockchainBitGo has been at the forefront of developments in the crypto space since its launch in 2013. One of its best creations is multi-sig wallet technology, which has greatly improved security in the ecosystem and even encouraged institutional uptake of said wallets.

Its latest partnership now addresses the need for banks to tokenize fiat deposits to enable faster settlements and underpin new financial products.

Unlike asset tokenization led by Ripple Labs, this infrastructure will bridge fiat and blockchain without requiring stablecoins.

The project is currently in its testing phase, with high expectations of massive institutional uptake following its official deployment later this year.

The stablecoin dilemmaThere has been a long-standing disagreement between banks and stablecoin issuers on the grounds that stablecoin yields diminish bank deposits.

A draft of the Clarity Act attempted to address this situation, but the latest challenge emerged when Coinbase rejected a ban on stablecoin yields.

While the BitGo-ZKsync partnership does not resolve this issue, it brings a whopping $450 trillion in traditional finance funds to blockchain.

Banks have wanted to modernize settlement and treasury ops for years. The infrastructure just wasn't there.@BitGo x @zksync changes that. Tokenized deposits, institutional custody, always-on settlement. Built for regulated banks, ready to deploy.

👇 https://t.co/Fj7hWo4cpV

— BitGo (@BitGo) March 25, 2026 BitGo stock (NYSE: BTGO) was trading at $10.00 at the time of writing, 2.16% higher than the previous day’s closing price.

Source: MarketWatch

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