Kraken Crypto Exchange Pauses Stock Market Plans

Major cryptocurrency platform Kraken has stopped its plans to sell shares to the public, according to CoinDesk.

18.03.2026
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Stripe Launches New Payment Network for AI Robots and Apps

Major payment company Stripe backs new network that lets AI programs pay each other automatically.

18.03.2026
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Scammers Create Fake Pudgy Penguins Game to Steal Money

Criminals made a fake version of a new Pudgy Penguins game to trick people into losing their digital money.

18.03.2026
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Warning Signs: Bond Market Fears 'Stagflation' Could Hurt Your Money

Treasury bonds show worrying signs as wholesale prices jump, signaling possible stagflation ahead.

18.03.2026
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US Crypto Rules 'So Close' Says Senator Lummis

Wyoming Senator says new cryptocurrency regulations are nearly ready, with stablecoin issues being the last hurdle.

18.03.2026
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Starbucks' Costly Makeover May Not Attract Young Coffee Drinkers

Wall Street downgrades Starbucks as expensive store upgrades might not appeal to younger customers who prefer drive-thru chains.

18.03.2026
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UK Experts Want to Ban Crypto Donations to Political Parties

A UK government panel says cryptocurrency donations to politicians are too risky and should be banned immediately.

18.03.2026
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More Australians Buy Things with Crypto, But Banks Keep Blocking

12% of Aussies now use crypto for shopping, double from last year. But 30% face bank delays when buying crypto.

18.03.2026
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Dollar Weakens as Oil Prices Cool and Markets Feel Safer

The US dollar lost value as oil prices stopped rising quickly, making investors more willing to take risks with other investments.

18.03.2026
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North Korean Hackers Steal Crypto and Data from Gift Card Company

Bitrefill reports cyberattack by Lazarus Group affecting 18,500 customer records and draining crypto wallets.

18.03.2026
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