In 2026, security researchers warned that the Coruna exploit kit is abusing 23 iOS vulnerabilities to compromise iPhones and drain on-device crypto wallets. The malware scans for BIP39 seed phrases, private keys, QR codes and wallet data from apps such as MetaMask, Bitget Wallet and Trust Wallet when users visit malicious gambling or token-related sites. Evidence suggests at least 42,000 devices have been affected, and mobile traders are being urged to move funds to hardware cold storage.

On March 3, Vitalik Buterin published a "Sanctuary Tech" manifesto outlining a long-term Ethereum vision built around resilient digital islands and anti-censorship infrastructure, even as ETH trades near $2,100 and hovers above the key $2,000 level. BlackRock's ETHA ETF has recorded more than $110M in positive flows over the past week, while combined Grayscale Ethereum products have attracted over $170M since February 25, putting institutional flows in focus as traders watch whether price can reclaim resistance around $2,300.

Bitcoin briefly dropped to $63,000 during a weekend escalation involving Israel, the U.S., and Iran, before rebounding to reclaim the $71,000 level. On-chain data points to seller exhaustion around $63,000 and negative exchange flows as coins moved off exchanges, while analysts highlight growing market resilience versus traditional assets. Key technical levels now focus on support near $65,700 and potential upside targets toward $74,000–$75,000 if Bitcoin holds above $70,500.

LiquidChain is running a $0.0139 token presale and has attracted nearly $600,000, aiming to act as a Layer 3 settlement layer linking Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana liquidity. The project introduces a cross-chain virtual machine, unified proof engine and Proof-of-Stake validation, with the $LIQUID token used for staking, fees and developer grants.

According to Elliptic, Iranian crypto exchange Nobitex recorded a 700% surge in net outflows to nearly $3 million in the 48 hours following coordinated US and Israeli military strikes, even as local trading volumes dropped around 80% amid internet restrictions. Iran's central bank ordered major platforms to suspend USDT/toman pairs, while Elliptic and TRM Labs data indicate rising exposure to illicit or sanctioned activity and a potential liquidity crunch for domestic exchanges.

BMIC, an Ethereum-based initiative, is developing a quantum-native wallet and finance stack that combines post-quantum cryptography, ERC-4337-style smart accounts, and AI monitoring. The project's token presale targets €40 million with up to 50 tiers priced from $0.048485 to $0.058182, allocating 750 million of a 1.5 billion supply.

US District Judge Andrew L. Carter Jr. has refused Binance's attempt to compel arbitration, keeping a securities class action over alleged unregistered token sales in federal court. The case, brought by users who opened accounts between September 2017 and April 2018, now advances toward arguments over whether certain tokens traded on Binance fall under US securities laws, while the exchange also faces separate political scrutiny over sanctions and AML concerns.

On 24 February, a market review covers Bitcoin, XRP and Ethereum while highlighting XRP's sharp February drawdown of over 30% from near $2.05 to the $1.40 area. The analysis also cites more than $1.3 billion in cumulative institutional inflows tied to XRP products since late 2025, framing a contest between persistent seasonal weakness and ongoing accumulation.

U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a fifth consecutive week of net outflows in the week ending Feb. 20, with about $316 million withdrawn. Midweek redemptions of $105 million, $133 million and $166 million outweighed Friday’s $88 million inflows, while cumulative net inflows since January 2024 remain near $54 billion.