Crypto KOL Gigiz.eth posted on X about MicroStrategy's potential new Bitcoin acquisition, hinting at a significant market shift. On March 1, MicroStrategy's CEO, Michael Saylor, shared a post titled 'Century Turning Point,' which garnered attention from various English-speaking crypto influencers. Saylor has previously used poetic and cryptic language to signal the company's Bitcoin purchases, with the size of the purchase often revealed through bubble charts. Saylor's reference to a 'Century Turning Point' suggests that he views the current macroeconomic environment—marked by geopolitical conflicts, rising inflation expectations, and volatility in traditional assets—as a pivotal moment for Bitcoin's transformation from a risk asset to digital gold. He predicts that 2026 could be the beginning of large-scale Bitcoin allocations by institutions and nations, rather than the end. The macroeconomic backdrop indicates that cryptocurrencies are starting to decouple from traditional risk assets. Saylor has repeatedly emphasized that buying opportunities outweigh selling ones, and that volatility should be seen as a gift, with low points being the optimal time for institutional accumulation. With peak fear seemingly behind us, Bitcoin is poised to enter a new era of institutional adoption. This article is not an advertisement or investment advice. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research.

South Korea's National Tax Service (NTS) experienced a significant security breach, losing 6.9 billion won ($5.2 million) in seized cryptocurrency twice in one day. According to NS3.AI, the first incident involved a thief who later returned the assets after confessing. However, a second thief took advantage of a mnemonic code that was inadvertently exposed in an NTS press release shortly thereafter. These incidents have led to widespread criticism of the NTS's security protocols.

Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, remains optimistic about the future of the cryptocurrency market despite recent price declines and geopolitical uncertainty. According to NS3.AI, Hoskinson expressed confidence in the long-term growth trajectory of the crypto sector. He emphasized Cardano's upcoming Ouroboros Leios upgrade as a significant development aimed at addressing the blockchain trilemma.

Prediction market platform Kalshi is facing potential legal action due to controversy surrounding its settlement method related to the death of Ayatollah Khamenei. According to ChainCatcher, the company opted to pay traders based on the last trading price before the death and refund fees, rather than actively settling the market. The CEO stated that this decision was influenced by U.S. regulatory constraints. Former New York legislator Ben Geller is organizing affected users to prepare a class-action lawsuit.

The U.S. Embassy in Bahrain has issued a warning regarding potential threats from terrorist organizations targeting American citizens overseas. According to Jin10, the embassy highlighted concerns about groups influenced by such organizations planning attacks. The advisory urges vigilance and caution for U.S. nationals traveling or residing abroad, emphasizing the importance of staying informed about local security conditions and maintaining a heightened awareness of surroundings. The embassy's alert underscores ongoing global security challenges and the need for proactive measures to ensure the safety of American citizens.

According to Jin10, Iran's Fars Province has been struck by a joint U.S.-Israel attack, resulting in the deaths of 35 individuals. The incident was reported by Iran's Tasnim News Agency. The attack marks a significant escalation in regional tensions, with potential implications for geopolitical stability. Further details on the motivations behind the strike and the identities of the victims have not been disclosed. The international community is closely monitoring the situation as it develops.

Canada's Prime Minister has announced the launch of a strategic energy partnership with India. According to Jin10, this collaboration aims to enhance energy cooperation between the two nations, focusing on sustainable energy solutions and mutual benefits. The partnership is expected to foster economic growth and strengthen bilateral ties, contributing to global energy security. Both countries are committed to exploring new opportunities in renewable energy and technology advancements, marking a significant step in international energy collaboration.

On March 2, during a routine press conference, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning addressed questions regarding a potential military support request from Iran to China and Russia. According to Jin10, a reporter from Turkey's Anadolu Agency inquired whether China and Russia would consider providing military assistance to Iran if requested, and if this possibility was discussed during a recent phone call between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Mao Ning responded by stating that China has already released information about the call, detailing the specific circumstances, and that she had no additional information to provide.

According to Arkham's report on Arthur Hayes' net worth and on-chain holdings, BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes' net worth is estimated to be between $200 million and $350 million. Hayes' wealth exceeded $1 billion during the 2021 bull market, widely reported as one of the youngest billionaires in the crypto industry, but subsequently shrank significantly with the market correction. Hayes' validator on-chain holdings are currently $42 million, with his largest holding being the USDC stablecoin, worth nearly $27 million; he also holds $8.6 million worth of Ether.Fi's EETH and WEETH products, and investments in Ethena (ENA), Lido (LDO), and Pendle (PENDLE) worth $8.5 million. The main component of his wealth is his BitMEX equity holdings. Despite BitMEX reaching a valuation of $3.6 billion in 2019 and boasting an annual trading volume exceeding $1 trillion, its current daily trading volume is approximately $385 million. Arkham conservatively estimates its 2026 valuation at $500 million. As a co-founder, Hayes could potentially hold up to 33% of the shares, but this has likely been diluted after years of turmoil.

JPMorgan has revised its forecast for Turkey's Consumer Price Index (CPI) by the end of 2026, increasing it to 25% from the previous estimate of 24%. According to Jin10, the adjustment is attributed to rising oil prices, an expanding current account deficit, and potential capital outflows. These factors are expected to exert additional pressure on Turkey's economy, prompting the financial institution to reassess its inflation expectations. The revised forecast reflects concerns over the country's economic stability and the challenges it faces in managing inflationary pressures.

As the situation in the Middle East plunged into the abyss of war, a bet had already been settled in the prediction market.

Crypto exploits fell by over 90% in February 2026, with total losses dropping to $35.7 million, the lowest monthly figure since March 2025. Most losses came from DeFi protocols, wallet compromises, and phishing attacks, though about $11.3 million was recovered or frozen.

Regulatory observations in February 2026. From federal regulation to parallel islands, some walls have been quietly erected.

From "helping you check market trends" to "executing on the blockchain yourself," AI is entering the real financial operations layer.

Despite a sweeping directive from the Trump administration to suspend federal use of Anthropic’s AI technology, the United States military reportedly employed Anthropic’s Claude AI during a major airstrike on Iran, just hours after President Donald Trump ordered federal agencies to halt use of the company’s systems, The Wall Street Journal reported.

The battle over digital dollars, bank deposits, and who can obtain risk-free interest rate returns.

Aave has proven its ability to absorb hundreds of billions of dollars in liquidity, creating tremendous opportunities for emerging financial applications. The next stage of DeFi's evolution will focus on demand issues, rebalancing the supply and demand equilibrium of liquidity.

X has reopened paid crypto promotions for influencers, but only with clear disclosure labels and strict compliance with local laws. Crypto-sponsored posts must be blocked in the UK, the EU and Australia, leaving creators responsible for where their paid content can be seen.

Bitcoin clawed its way back toward $68,000 over the weekend after geopolitical shockwaves rattled global markets following the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei.

Since the fall of the Pahlavi dynasty in Iran in 1979, regime change in Iran has been a "dream" for elites from both parties in the United States, providing political cover for the Federal Reserve's massively loose monetary policy.