According to SoSoValue data, as of 8:30 AM ET on March 2, 2026, global listed companies (excluding mining companies) saw a net purchase of $208.79 million in Bitcoin last week, a 348% increase compared to the previous week. Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) announced on March 2nd that it invested $204.1 million (a 412.8% increase compared to the previous week) to acquire 3,015 Bitcoins at a price of $67,700, bringing its total holdings to 720,737 Bitcoins. Japanese listed company Metaplanet did not purchase any Bitcoin last week, marking its seventh consecutive week without any purchases. In addition, two other companies purchased Bitcoin last week. On February 25th, Japanese food brand DayDayCook announced an investment of $4.22 million to purchase 50 Bitcoins at a price of $84,468, bringing its total holdings to 2,118. On March 2nd, Brazilian Bitcoin company OrangeBTC announced an investment of $470,000 to purchase 0.7 Bitcoins at a price of $67,438.14, bringing its total holdings to 3,723. As of press time, the total number of Bitcoins held by publicly listed companies worldwide (excluding mining companies) is 981,150, an increase of 0.31% compared to last week, with a current market value of approximately $64.26 billion, representing 4.9% of Bitcoin's circulating market capitalization.

The Chinese Navy has significantly ramped up its submarine production, according to the U.S. Navy. Bloomberg posted on X that this development could soon lead to the deployment of a new submarine capable of launching nuclear missiles that can reach extensive areas of the United States from Chinese waters. This advancement highlights China's growing military capabilities and its potential impact on global security dynamics.

According to data from msx.com, at the opening of the US stock market, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.17%, the S&P 500 fell 1.18%, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 1.56%. In the crypto sector, Solana rose 2.94%, and Strategy (MSTR) rose 0.72%; while Coinbase fell 1.82%, Circle fell 1.11%, SharpLink fell 1.03%, and Bitmine fell 0.21%. msx.com is a decentralized RWA trading platform that has listed hundreds of RWA tokens, covering US stock and ETF tokens such as AAPL, AMZN, GOOGL, META, MSFT, NFLX, and NVDA.

Strategy purchased 3,015 Bitcoin last week for $204.1 million, increasing its total holdings to 720,737 BTC with an aggregate acquisition cost of $54.77 billion.The move further cements Strategy’s position as the largest publicly traded corporate holder of Bitcoin.3,015 BTC Added at $67,700 Average PriceAccording to a recent filing, Strategy acquired:3,015 BTCTotal purchase value: $204.1 millionAverage price: approximately $67,700 per coinThe purchase comes as Bitcoin trades near $66,000, suggesting the company continues to accumulate during consolidation phases.Total Bitcoin Holdings Reach 720,737 BTCFollowing the latest buy, Strategy’s Bitcoin balance stands at:720,737 BTCTotal acquisition cost: ~$54.77 billionAverage purchase price across all holdings: ~$75,985 per BTCAt current market prices, the company’s Bitcoin stash is valued at more than $47 billion.Funding: Common Stock and Preferred SharesTo finance the purchase, Strategy raised capital through:Approximately $229.9 million in common stock salesAbout $7.1 million in net proceeds from its Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Stretch Preferred Stock (STRC)The strategy of issuing equity to acquire Bitcoin remains central to the company’s capital allocation approach.Market ReactionBitcoin was trading around $66,000 on Monday morning, while Strategy (MSTR) shares were largely flat in early trading.The latest purchase reinforces Strategy’s continued conviction in Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset, even amid heightened geopolitical volatility and macro uncertainty.With more than 720,000 BTC on its balance sheet, Strategy remains the dominant corporate proxy for Bitcoin exposure in public markets.

Nasdaq plans to launch an options contract that allows "yes or no" bets on major stock indices, becoming the latest exchange operator to enter the rapidly growing prediction market. According to a proposed rule change submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the company hopes to list "binary options" on its flagship Nasdaq 100 and Nasdaq 100 Micro indices. The filing indicates that Nasdaq contracts will be priced between 1 cent and $1, reflecting market perceptions of the likelihood of a particular outcome. This will be Nasdaq's first foray into mirror prediction market products. These so-called "outcome-related options" will allow traders to take binary positions on whether a specific event occurs. Binary options are a simplified version of options contracts where payout depends on the outcome of a "yes or no" proposition. Financial contracts listed in the prediction market industry cover sports, politics, and popular culture. Unlike event contracts regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) at Kalshi, Polymarket US, and the CME Group, binary options are regulated by the SEC. Nasdaq's contract is currently awaiting SEC approval. (Golden Ten)

NEAR Protocol experienced a significant rally over the weekend, with its value increasing by 12.4%, positioning it as one of the leading performers among major cryptocurrencies. According to NS3.AI, Solana also recorded moderate gains, rising by 2.1% since Friday. These developments indicate a positive trend for both projects within the broader cryptocurrency market.

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will increase its number of nuclear warheads. According to Jin10, this decision is part of a broader strategy to enhance national security and maintain a strong defense posture. The move comes amid growing global tensions and debates over nuclear armament. Macron emphasized the importance of ensuring France's strategic autonomy and deterrence capabilities. This announcement is likely to spark discussions on nuclear policies and international security dynamics.

According to Gate data, spot gold fell $20 in the short term, to a low of $5,347.2 per ounce.

French President Emmanuel Macron has reiterated his exclusive control over the nation's nuclear arsenal. According to Jin10, Macron emphasized that the ultimate decision regarding the use of nuclear weapons rests solely with the president. This statement underscores the centralized command structure of France's nuclear capabilities, reflecting the country's strategic defense policy. Macron's assertion comes amid ongoing global discussions about nuclear disarmament and security. The French president's remarks highlight the importance of maintaining a clear chain of command in matters of national security.

Origem Energia SA is set to implement a strategy of storing natural gas in caverns across Brazil. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting this approach as a means to stabilize the country's renewable-dependent energy grid. This initiative aims to attract data centers with high energy demands by providing a reliable energy source. The move is part of a broader effort to hedge against price fluctuations and ensure a steady energy supply.

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The X account of scrap-metal billionaire and high-profile NFT investor Adam Weitsman was hacked Thursday and used to promote not one — but two — crypto scams, including a bogus forex trading course and a knockoff memecoin dubbed “Clawed Ape Yacht Club.”

US authorities have seized and frozen over $578 million in cryptocurrency linked to Chinese transnational criminal networks running scams that targeted US residents. The operations, often based in Southeast Asia, involved “pig butchering” schemes and trafficked workers, and investigators aim to forfeit the funds and return them to victims.