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In 2025, Anthropic's AI helped the Pentagon conduct strikes in Iran. One year later, negotiations resume under tension: unlimited access to data or risk of banning. This military AI standoff could redefine the rules of technological warfare.

Kraken has just crossed a historic milestone by becoming the first crypto platform to obtain a "Master Account" from the Fed. A revolution that could transform transactions, strengthen investor confidence, and accelerate the integration of cryptocurrencies into the traditional financial system.

Hafiz Huzefa Ismail, aka "Dark Bank", turned hundreds of millions of euros of dirty money into cryptocurrencies before being extradited to France. His sophisticated system involving traffickers and cybercriminals reveals the dangers of the crypto ecosystem.

The Clarity Act could mark a historic turning point for the crypto market. According to JPMorgan, its adoption by mid-2026 would act as an unprecedented accelerator for the market, with 8 catalysts capable of redefining the ecosystem.

The Strait of Hormuz is blocked, oil is soaring, and U.S. inflation is nearing 5%. Amid this chaos, Bitcoin holds strong at $67,000. But for how long? Between a rally to $74,000 and a feared collapse, the next hours could change everything.

After a historic low, Ethereum holders show a marked return of confidence. Could this rebound in retention after 4 years of decline signal a new era for ETH?

A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has introduced new legislation aimed at protecting blockchain software developers from certain criminal charges. Sponsors say the proposal would clarify how federal law applies to developers who do not control user funds. Supporters argue that recent prosecutions have created legal uncertainty for builders working on open-source tools. The measure adds to a broader debate in Congress over digital asset regulation.

Binance, the world leader in cryptocurrencies, is at the center of a political scandal. 11 U.S. senators demand a federal investigation into suspicious transactions linked to Iran. With $1.7 billion at stake, the crypto exchange faces historic sanctions.

Ethereum is undertaking a historic transformation to face the quantum era. By rethinking its consensus, signatures, and wallet security, the network aims to guarantee complete protection of digital assets for decades to come.

In just 3 years, Tether has frozen 4.2 billion dollars of USDT tokens linked to illicit activities, establishing itself as a key player in the fight against financial crime in the crypto ecosystem. While some see this as progress against cybercrime, others fear a much more frightening danger.

Paris Blockchain Week returns on April 15 and 16, 2026 at the Carrousel du Louvre. For those who want to go beyond the simple access badge and sit at the same table as the decision-makers shaping the future of digital assets, there is only one pass to get: the VIP Max. A complete overview, with an exclusive 15% discount reserved for Cointribune readers.

The UNI crypto soars 15% in 24 hours after a major vote on the fee switch. DeFi is scaling up. All the details here!

While the market cries, Circle is thriving. 770 million in revenue, USDC soaring, a blockchain accelerating. The others? They look at their shoes, embarrassed.

The Ethereum Foundation stakes 70,000 ETH and becomes a validator. A strategic turning point that could change the balance of the Ethereum market.

While the price of Bitcoin seems to stagnate, the Lightning Network is breaking usage records: 5.22 million transactions and over 1 billion dollars transferred, a sign of growing adoption and an ecosystem ready for the future.

On April 15 and 16, 2026, the Carrousel du Louvre will host the Paris Blockchain Week, an event that has become in a few editions the must-attend meeting where traditional finance and digital assets stop observing each other and finally start to dialogue. Far from crypto conferences focused on speculation and community narratives, PBW 2026 embodies a paradigm shift: financial institutions are no longer spectators, they become actors of the blockchain infrastructure. Analysis of an event that materializes the maturity of a sector.

Ethereum is about to reach a decisive milestone with Glamsterdam, a major update planned for 2026 aimed at deeply transforming the performance, security, and user experience of the network. Between increased scalability, smart wallets, and preparation for the post-quantum era, this evolution could redefine the future of the Ethereum blockchain.

Tensions are escalating around Nasdaq-listed CEA Industries (BNC), a company closely linked to the Binance ecosystem through its sizable BNB treasury. Binance-affiliated investment firm YZi Labs has publicly accused asset manager 10X Capital of failing to comply with U.S. securities disclosure rules. The allegations surface amid active negotiations over BNC’s asset management structure, turning what began as a regulatory dispute into a broader governance confrontation.

Debate over artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer limited to model accuracy or regulation. Questions about control, ownership, and long-term autonomy are moving to the center of the discussion. In a recent X post titled “Not Your Keys, Not Your Bots,” crypto investor and author Balaji Srinivasan set out a blunt framework: whoever controls the keys controls the machines.

A massive deposit of 260,000 ETH on Binance in record time shakes the crypto market. Garrett Jin, a historic figure of Bitcoin, could be behind this move? Between selling pressure and whale accumulation, Ethereum is at a decisive turning point.

Bitcoin drops 28% in one month, short positions explode, and investors doubt. Yet, Anthony Pompliano remains convinced: this phase is only a prelude to a historic rise. Why does he see a unique opportunity in this volatility?

A 24-year-old man defrauded nearly 1 million dollars by promising incredible returns in crypto and today he risks 375 years in prison. How did he trap his victims? The chilling story.

Crypto use within human trafficking networks is rising, according to new data from Chainalysis. Yet the firm argues that blockchain’s open ledger may also expose those same networks to investigators. A recent report shows a sharp increase in crypto flows tied to suspected trafficking operations, many of which operate across Southeast Asia. Analysts believe transaction visibility could give law enforcement a tactical edge.

Bitcoin nears $66,500, and short positions reach unprecedented highs since 2024. Could this extreme pessimism, often a sign of a reversal, trigger a rapid rebound?

Consensus Hong Kong 2026, held from February 10–12 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, wrapped its second edition after three days of high-impact programming that attracted 11,000 registered attendees representing over 122 countries and regions. 

Did bitcoin really hit the bottom at $60,000? Michael Terpin, CEO of Transform Ventures, warns of a new drop to $40,000 before a sustainable recovery. Between historical cycles and market fragility, his analysis divides experts.

Crypto: Trump wants to disrupt global transfers with an international exchange platform. All the details in this article!

Tokenized money market funds and digital bank deposits are moving beyond experimentation and into early financial infrastructure, executives said Wednesday at Consensus Hong Kong 2026. Speakers from Franklin Templeton, SWIFT and Ledger described an industry shifting from pilot programs to real-world deployment. Adoption remains small relative to global capital markets, but institutions are increasingly building systems designed for round-the-clock settlement and on-chain access.