UK FCA Selects Firms for Stablecoin Sandbox. Revolut Among Participants
The Financial Conduct Authority has picked four companies, Revolut, Monee Financial Technologies, ReStabilise, and VVTX, to test fiat-pegged stablecoins in its Regulatory Sandbox. Out of 20 applicants, the selected firms will trial their products under real-world conditions with full regulatory oversight.
The FCA says the sandbox will allow live testing of its proposed stablecoin rules while ensuring safeguards and fostering responsible innovation.
👉 theblock.co/post/391237/revolut-firms-picked-uk-fca-test-stablecoin-sandbox
The Financial Conduct Authority has picked four companies, Revolut, Monee Financial Technologies, ReStabilise, and VVTX, to test fiat-pegged stablecoins in its Regulatory Sandbox. Out of 20 applicants, the selected firms will trial their products under real-world conditions with full regulatory oversight.
The FCA says the sandbox will allow live testing of its proposed stablecoin rules while ensuring safeguards and fostering responsible innovation.
ℹ️ The move aligns with the Bank of England’s plans to develop stablecoins for faster, cheaper payments. Both regulators are shaping a comprehensive crypto framework covering stablecoins, trading, lending, staking, and custody, with rules expected later this year.
👉 theblock.co/post/391237/revolut-firms-picked-uk-fca-test-stablecoin-sandbox
Meet PredictionTalk. A Dedicated Forum for Prediction Market Traders
PredictionTalk (PT) has launched as a focused discussion hub for the growing prediction markets sector. As platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi expand, PT aims to offer a permanent space where analysis, strategies, and trader reputations can grow beyond fast-moving social feeds.
PredictionTalk is built for both human traders and AI research agents, supporting structured, searchable discussions and public track records. Its goal is to reduce noise, preserve valuable insights, and build lasting infrastructure for the prediction markets industry.
👉 predictiontalk.org
PredictionTalk (PT) has launched as a focused discussion hub for the growing prediction markets sector. As platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi expand, PT aims to offer a permanent space where analysis, strategies, and trader reputations can grow beyond fast-moving social feeds.
💡 The platform features a merit-based reputation system inspired by BitcoinTalk, where contributions are judged by the community — not algorithms. Merit requires written justification, and profiles reflect sustained quality over engagement metrics.
PredictionTalk is built for both human traders and AI research agents, supporting structured, searchable discussions and public track records. Its goal is to reduce noise, preserve valuable insights, and build lasting infrastructure for the prediction markets industry.
👉 predictiontalk.org
February Market Drop Sent 14 Top-100 Coins to Record Lows
February marked one of the harshest resets for altcoins recently, with 14% of Top-100 projects collapsing to new ATLs. Majority of these tokens recorded declines of over 90% from their all-time highs.
February marked one of the harshest resets for altcoins recently, with 14% of Top-100 projects collapsing to new ATLs. Majority of these tokens recorded declines of over 90% from their all-time highs.
t54 Labs Raises $5M Seed to Build Trust Layer for AI Agent Finance
San Francisco-based t54 Labs has raised $5 million in a seed round to develop infrastructure for autonomous AI agents in financial markets. The round was co-led by Anagram, PL Capital, and Franklin Templeton, with participation from Ripple, Virtuals Ventures, Blockchain Coinvestors, and ABCDE.
Blockchain functions as the platform’s settlement and accountability layer. t54 is live on XRP Ledger, Solana, and Base. The company has also developed x402-secure, an open-source trust layer designed for Coinbase’s x402 agent payment protocol.
The company currently employs 12 people and plans to hire additional engineers and business development staff as institutional adoption of AI-driven financial agents accelerates.
👉 theblock.co/post/391273/ripple-franklin-templeton-ai-agent-trust-startup-t54-labs
San Francisco-based t54 Labs has raised $5 million in a seed round to develop infrastructure for autonomous AI agents in financial markets. The round was co-led by Anagram, PL Capital, and Franklin Templeton, with participation from Ripple, Virtuals Ventures, Blockchain Coinvestors, and ABCDE.
ℹ️ Founded in January 2025, t54 is building identity, risk, credit, and compliance infrastructure for AI agents capable of initiating payments and executing transactions autonomously. Its platform integrates “know your agent” identity verification, real-time risk monitoring that flags suspicious activity before funds move, agent-based credit scoring, and unified settlement rails.
Blockchain functions as the platform’s settlement and accountability layer. t54 is live on XRP Ledger, Solana, and Base. The company has also developed x402-secure, an open-source trust layer designed for Coinbase’s x402 agent payment protocol.
⏮️ Last month, t54 partnered with Evernorth, a Ripple-backed digital asset treasury firm aiming to raise over $1 billion for institutional XRP exposure, to integrate its agentic finance infrastructure into autonomous treasury operations on XRPL.
The company currently employs 12 people and plans to hire additional engineers and business development staff as institutional adoption of AI-driven financial agents accelerates.
👉 theblock.co/post/391273/ripple-franklin-templeton-ai-agent-trust-startup-t54-labs
Centrifuge (CFG) has been listed on Upbit, CFG surges 100%+
Centrifuge is a pioneer in tokenizing real-world assets, bridging traditional finance with DeFi through onchain credit markets. The protocol has played a key role in integrating RWAs into major ecosystems, including MakerDAO’s collateral framework.
👉 x.com/Official_Upbit/status/2026856161958572473?s=20
Centrifuge is a pioneer in tokenizing real-world assets, bridging traditional finance with DeFi through onchain credit markets. The protocol has played a key role in integrating RWAs into major ecosystems, including MakerDAO’s collateral framework.
👉 x.com/Official_Upbit/status/2026856161958572473?s=20
Ethereum unveils Strawmap, long-term protocol roadmap
Strawmap is a draft roadmap outlining potential upgrades through 2029, including faster finality, zk-based scaling, and quantum-resistant cryptography. Designed as a coordination tool rather than a fixed plan, Strawmap highlights Ethereum’s ambition to evolve.
👉 strawmap.org/
Strawmap is a draft roadmap outlining potential upgrades through 2029, including faster finality, zk-based scaling, and quantum-resistant cryptography. Designed as a coordination tool rather than a fixed plan, Strawmap highlights Ethereum’s ambition to evolve.
💡 Key ideas covered:
– improving scalability with faster finality and higher tps
– integrating zk-based mechanisms for performance
– stronger privacy primitives
– long-term quantum-resistant cryptography
👉 strawmap.org/
Kalshi fines MrBeast editor for insider trading
Kalshi found that the editor, identified as Artem Kaptur, used non-public information from his role to place highly successful trades on so-called “MrBeast” event contracts, resulting in his suspension from the platform for two years and a penalty of around $20,000.
👉 techcrunch.com/2026/02/25/kalshi-fined-a-mrbeast-editor-for-insider-trading-on-markets-related-to-the-youtube-star/
Kalshi found that the editor, identified as Artem Kaptur, used non-public information from his role to place highly successful trades on so-called “MrBeast” event contracts, resulting in his suspension from the platform for two years and a penalty of around $20,000.
Kalshi says that Kaptur traded around $4,000 on YouTube markets in Aug/Sep 2025. He made a $5,398 profit, prompting Kalshi to fine him for that amount, plus a $15K penalty.
👉 techcrunch.com/2026/02/25/kalshi-fined-a-mrbeast-editor-for-insider-trading-on-markets-related-to-the-youtube-star/
Price Discovery Board: Fabric Foundation (ROBO)
ROBO trading starts tomorrow at 10:00 UTC, backed by $22M in funding. This board compares potential FDV scenarios using benchmarks from other AI projects like Zama, Sahara and 0G Labs.
ROBO trading starts tomorrow at 10:00 UTC, backed by $22M in funding. This board compares potential FDV scenarios using benchmarks from other AI projects like Zama, Sahara and 0G Labs.
Top 15 tokens by Price Bounce in the last 7 days
After recent pullbacks, these tokens bounced back the hardest. A look at the top 15 price recoveries over the past week.
After recent pullbacks, these tokens bounced back the hardest. A look at the top 15 price recoveries over the past week.
Gunzilla Games rolls out GI Advertising Network to power native ads across gaming
GI Advertising Network is a new self-serve platform designed to connect brands with gaming audiences across Game Informer, Off The Grid, and future partner titles.
👉 x.com/GunzillaGames/status/2026778658413883893?s=20
GI Advertising Network is a new self-serve platform designed to connect brands with gaming audiences across Game Informer, Off The Grid, and future partner titles.
🔎 Key features:
• Unified dashboard — Run campaigns across Game Informer and in-game environments
• Native ad formats — Seamless placements integrated directly into gameplay
• Automated optimization — Built-in targeting and performance optimization tools
• Developer monetization — New revenue stream beyond game sales and IAP
👉 x.com/GunzillaGames/status/2026778658413883893?s=20
ZachXBT Accuses Axiom Employees of Abusing Internal Data
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has released a detailed investigation alleging insider trading and internal data abuse at Axiom Exchange, a fast-growing crypto trading platform.
1️⃣ Internal Data Access Issues
– The dashboard allegedly exposed full wallet lists, transaction history, linked accounts, and timestamps, unusually broad access for BD roles
– A shared Google Sheet mapped KOL wallets using this data; several KOLs reportedly confirmed the accuracy
2️⃣ Targeting Meme Coin Traders
– A trader known as “Marcell” was allegedly monitored for bundling large meme coin allocations before public promotion
– Private-wallet traders were seen as high-value targets due to limited public traceability
3️⃣ Wallet Mapping & Fund Flows
– Broox’s alleged primary wallet and connected addresses were identified and graphed
– Proving insider trades would require internal timing logs, which are not public
– Funds reportedly moved to multiple CEX deposit addresses
4️⃣ Additional Employees Mentioned
– Recordings reference moderator “Gowno” and BD “Ryan/Ryucio” as having access or possible involvement
– A February 2026 call allegedly discussed using access privileges to generate $200K in profit
5️⃣ Legal Implications
– ZachXBT says he was retained to independently investigate and has requested comment from Axiom
– Given the NYC connection, the case could fall under the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York
👉 x.com/zachxbt/status/2027016064534757659?s=20
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has released a detailed investigation alleging insider trading and internal data abuse at Axiom Exchange, a fast-growing crypto trading platform.
ℹ️ Allegations Overview
– ZachXBT alleges senior BD Broox Bauer (X:@WheresBroox) misused internal dashboard access since early 2025 to track private wallets and front-run trades
– In leaked recordings, he claims he could search any user by ref code, wallet, or UID, reviewing 10–20 wallets at a time to avoid detection
– April and August 2025 screenshots reportedly show private trader wallet data pulled from internal tools
1️⃣ Internal Data Access Issues
– The dashboard allegedly exposed full wallet lists, transaction history, linked accounts, and timestamps, unusually broad access for BD roles
– A shared Google Sheet mapped KOL wallets using this data; several KOLs reportedly confirmed the accuracy
2️⃣ Targeting Meme Coin Traders
– A trader known as “Marcell” was allegedly monitored for bundling large meme coin allocations before public promotion
– Private-wallet traders were seen as high-value targets due to limited public traceability
3️⃣ Wallet Mapping & Fund Flows
– Broox’s alleged primary wallet and connected addresses were identified and graphed
– Proving insider trades would require internal timing logs, which are not public
– Funds reportedly moved to multiple CEX deposit addresses
4️⃣ Additional Employees Mentioned
– Recordings reference moderator “Gowno” and BD “Ryan/Ryucio” as having access or possible involvement
– A February 2026 call allegedly discussed using access privileges to generate $200K in profit
5️⃣ Legal Implications
– ZachXBT says he was retained to independently investigate and has requested comment from Axiom
– Given the NYC connection, the case could fall under the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York
⏭️ The report claims weak monitoring and access controls, regardless of leadership awareness. These remain allegations from a third-party investigation. No charges have been filed
👉 x.com/zachxbt/status/2027016064534757659?s=20
Perpetuals Exchange Decibel Launches On-Chain CLOB on Mainnet
Decibel, incubated by Aptos Labs, has launched Mainnet with a fully on-chain Central Limit Order Book built on Aptos, handling orders, matching, and settlement via smart contracts.
👉 x.com/Aptos/status/2027023791256199409?s=20
Decibel, incubated by Aptos Labs, has launched Mainnet with a fully on-chain Central Limit Order Book built on Aptos, handling orders, matching, and settlement via smart contracts.
Co-developed by the Decibel Foundation, the platform supports perps trading and plans to expand into spot markets, multi-collateral accounts, and tokenized RWAs
👉 x.com/Aptos/status/2027023791256199409?s=20
Wallet in Telegram Introduces On-Chain Yield for BTC, ETH, and USDT
The crypto wallet embedded in the messaging app is rolling out on-chain yield options for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT. Integration is supported by Morpho, TAC, and Re7, enabling users to deposit assets into “vaults” with variable yield strategies.
👉 theblock.co/post/391338/telegram-crypto-wallet-yield-bitcoin-ethereum-usdt-holdings
The crypto wallet embedded in the messaging app is rolling out on-chain yield options for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT. Integration is supported by Morpho, TAC, and Re7, enabling users to deposit assets into “vaults” with variable yield strategies.
ℹ️ USDT strategies can deliver up to 18% APY via Re7, while BTC and ETH vaults extend yield functionality to two of the most widely held crypto assets. The feature aims to bridge advanced DeFi protocols with Telegram’s 150M+ user base, expanding access to decentralized finance within the TON ecosystem.
👉 theblock.co/post/391338/telegram-crypto-wallet-yield-bitcoin-ethereum-usdt-holdings
11.2B PUMP (~$21.2M) Transferred to Kraken from Core Treasury
Around 11.2 billion PUMP ($21.22M), or 1.12% of total supply, was moved from a wallet linked to the Pump core treasury to Kraken. The same wallet previously received 200B PUMP (~2% of supply) in July 2025 when PUMP first listed.
The update comes via EmberCN, known for tracking major on-chain movements like Justin Sun’s LIT transfers to HTX, Bitmine ETH movements, and Arthur Hayes’ token sales.
👉 x.com/EmberCN/status/2026879281780109581?s=20
Around 11.2 billion PUMP ($21.22M), or 1.12% of total supply, was moved from a wallet linked to the Pump core treasury to Kraken. The same wallet previously received 200B PUMP (~2% of supply) in July 2025 when PUMP first listed.
Jacob Franek, Alliance core builder, confirmed that the Pump fund team is distributing locked tokens today to selected parties, including Alliance, all subject to vesting restrictions
The update comes via EmberCN, known for tracking major on-chain movements like Justin Sun’s LIT transfers to HTX, Bitmine ETH movements, and Arthur Hayes’ token sales.
👉 x.com/EmberCN/status/2026879281780109581?s=20
Bluprynt Raises $4.25M to Streamline Crypto Compliance for Institutions
Crypto disclosure firm Bluprynt secured $4.25 million in an oversubscribed seed round led by Valor Capital Group and joined by Coinbase Ventures, Robinhood, Selah Ventures, Quona Capital, and individual investors, including Nubank co-founder Edward Wible. Pre-seed backers include Mark Cuban and former CFTC chair Chris Giancarlo.
👉 theblock.co/post/391340/bluprynt-raises-4-25-million-seed-round-from-coinbase-ventures-robinhood
Crypto disclosure firm Bluprynt secured $4.25 million in an oversubscribed seed round led by Valor Capital Group and joined by Coinbase Ventures, Robinhood, Selah Ventures, Quona Capital, and individual investors, including Nubank co-founder Edward Wible. Pre-seed backers include Mark Cuban and former CFTC chair Chris Giancarlo.
ℹ️ Bluprynt streamlines compliance for banks, asset managers, and stablecoin issuers by embedding regulatory clarity into on-chain workflows. With growing institutional crypto adoption and updated U.S. rules from the CFTC and SEC, the funding helps Bluprynt accelerate infrastructure that turns legal clarity into actionable tools for scaling crypto products
👉 theblock.co/post/391340/bluprynt-raises-4-25-million-seed-round-from-coinbase-ventures-robinhood
On-Chain Crypto Cards: Total Spend Volume Distribution
On-chain spending infrastructure is scaling fast, bridging crypto balances with everyday payments. Leaders like ether fi and Cypher are driving this transition from speculation to real-world utility.
On-chain spending infrastructure is scaling fast, bridging crypto balances with everyday payments. Leaders like ether fi and Cypher are driving this transition from speculation to real-world utility.
STS Digital, a crypto options trading firm, raised $30 million
STS Digital’s platform acts both as a principal trading firm and market-maker, offering liquidity and execution for spot trading as well as “vanilla” and exotic crypto options on over 400 tokens.
👉 x.com/stsdigital_io/status/2027012612244881611?s=20
STS Digital’s platform acts both as a principal trading firm and market-maker, offering liquidity and execution for spot trading as well as “vanilla” and exotic crypto options on over 400 tokens.
Despite a broader market correction, derivatives usage — especially options — has surged as institutions increasingly use them for risk hedging and yield strategies rather than pure speculation. This backdrop gives STS Digital a chance to position itself as a core liquidity provider amid the structural shift toward sophisticated derivatives trading.
👉 x.com/stsdigital_io/status/2027012612244881611?s=20
Velvet Capital Launches “Axiom Refugee Program”
Velvet is moving fast to capture traders after the ZachXBT's Axiom investigation, rolling out a dedicated “Axiom Refugee Program” offering 25% cashback for new users, with total rewards reaching up to 100% based on trading activity.
👉 x.com/Velvet_Capital/status/2027127291084456367?s=20
Velvet is moving fast to capture traders after the ZachXBT's Axiom investigation, rolling out a dedicated “Axiom Refugee Program” offering 25% cashback for new users, with total rewards reaching up to 100% based on trading activity.
Velvet Capital is a DeFi Operating System designed to streamline on-chain portfolio management and asset creation.
👉 x.com/Velvet_Capital/status/2027127291084456367?s=20
0G launches $20M Apollo Accelerator for AI Startups in collaboration with Stanford blockchain veterans
The program is open to teams building AI agents, DeFi + AI solutions, on-chain data markets, cross-chain infrastructure, gaming, NFT, and decentralized content applications.
🔑 Only 10 teams globally will qualify for
– Up to $2M in funding per project
– $200K in Google Cloud credits
– Access to Privy Wallet infrastructure
– Mentorship from Stanford professors & 0G engineers
👉 x.com/0G_labs/status/2027199286413509119?s=20
The program is open to teams building AI agents, DeFi + AI solutions, on-chain data markets, cross-chain infrastructure, gaming, NFT, and decentralized content applications.
🔑 Only 10 teams globally will qualify for
– Up to $2M in funding per project
– $200K in Google Cloud credits
– Access to Privy Wallet infrastructure
– Mentorship from Stanford professors & 0G engineers
👉 x.com/0G_labs/status/2027199286413509119?s=20
GRVT (GRVT) One-Pager. Hybrid self-custodial Perp DEX
Built for speed and sovereignty, GRVT combines CEX performance with full self-custody through its hybrid perp DEX architecture. With Season 2.0 points, referral incentives, and a $10,000 weekly Ambassador pool, early users have multiple ways to earn rewards.
Join the platform, trade, and qualify for Season 2.0 rewards
👉 https://grvt.io/?ref=cryptodiffer
Built for speed and sovereignty, GRVT combines CEX performance with full self-custody through its hybrid perp DEX architecture. With Season 2.0 points, referral incentives, and a $10,000 weekly Ambassador pool, early users have multiple ways to earn rewards.
Join the platform, trade, and qualify for Season 2.0 rewards
👉 https://grvt.io/?ref=cryptodiffer