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ZRO, Bard, River, and other tokens set for major unlocking next week, with ZRO estimated at 51.8 million USD

Several crypto projects, including LayerZero (ZRO), Lombard (BARD), and River, will experience considerable token unlocks next week. ZRO will release approximately 26 million tokens valued at around 51.8 million USD, while BARD will unlock around 30 million tokens valued at 32.3 million USD.

These unlock events, particularly with ZRO and BARD, could lead to notable market impacts and price volatility. Investors and market analysts should closely monitor these developments as they may influence trading patterns significantly.

March 15, 2026
Custodia Bank’s Fed master account application denied, legal challenge expected

Custodia Bank’s application for a Federal Reserve master account has been rejected, marking a significant setback in the bank’s effort to become a crypto-focused custodian with direct Fed access. The denial does not end the matter, however, as the bank is expected to pursue legal remedies and continue advocating for regulatory clarity. The outcome could influence how the Fed approaches applications from other crypto-focused institutions seeking similar access.

March 15, 2026
AI agents reshape prediction market trading strategies

Autonomous agents built on the Olas protocol are enabling retail traders to execute prediction market strategies continuously, according to Valory co-founder David Minarsch. These AI-powered agents operate on platforms like Polymarket, offering traders algorithmic execution capabilities beyond traditional trading hours. The development reflects growing interest in using autonomous systems for cryptocurrency and prediction market trading.

March 15, 2026
Michael Saylor provides new Bitcoin tracker update; data disclosure anticipated next week

On March 15, Michael Saylor announced an update on his Bitcoin Tracker. Following historical trends, it is likely he will reveal an increase in Bitcoin holdings soon, possibly within the coming week.

March 15, 2026
US SEC commissioner Hester M. Peirce to examine the innovation exemption for tokenized securities

On March 15, Hester M. Peirce, a commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, announced that a study on the ‘innovation exemption’ for tokenized securities has begun. This scheme aims to support limited trading and testing of tokenized securities.

Peirce stressed the importance of evaluating disclosure requirements and the involvement of third parties in token issuance, while cautioning regulators against over-regulation of private capital allocation.

March 15, 2026
10x Research: AI sector drives cryptocurrency trading growth with altcoin buy signals

10x Research reported the strongest altcoin buy signal since October 2025. Bittensor (TAO) surged over 38.6% in a week, aided by Nvidia’s new AI platform and General Tensor’s funding.

The transition of Bittensor to a Nominated Proof of Stake model boosts operational efficiency. As more institutional funds pivot to AI, trading volumes for tokens related to AI have significantly increased.

March 15, 2026
C drops over 5.08% in 1 hour, the last price is 2,621 VNDC

C trading volume is $31.88m. Market capitalization reaches $31.85m.

March 15, 2026
Solana ecosystem sees increased developer and project activity

The Solana Foundation’s Head of Consumer noted growing momentum on the network. SOL is currently trading at $88.55. The observation reflects broader interest in the Solana ecosystem from developers and projects seeking to build on the platform.

March 15, 2026
European Central Bank moves toward accepting tokenized securities as collateral

The European Central Bank is preparing to greenlight tokenized securities as eligible collateral for liquidity operations, a move that could expand the use of blockchain-based assets in traditional finance. The XRP Ledger has been identified as a potential infrastructure platform for this development. The decision represents a shift toward institutional integration of blockchain technology, though specific implementation timelines and regulatory requirements remain to be detailed.

March 15, 2026
ShapeShift founder Erik Voorhees resumes ETH purchases after one year, acquiring 8,576 ETH in just five days

On March 15, Lookonchain reported that Erik Voorhees, founder of ShapeShift, has resumed purchasing ETH after a year. In just five days, he invested 17.75 million USDT to buy 8,576 ETH and currently holds 26.77 million USDT, indicating potential for more ETH investments.

March 15, 2026