March 18, 2026

1. Bitcoin Falls Below $71,000 as Fed Rate Cut Hopes Diminish

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Bitcoin's price dropped below $71,000 following comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who indicated uncertainty over the lasting impact of rising energy prices on inflation. The crypto market shed $100 billion in value as investors reassessed the macroeconomic outlook.

2. Ethereum to Reduce Bridge Times by 98% with New Rule

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Ethereum has announced a new rule aimed at reducing bridge times between Layer 1 and Layer 2 networks by up to 98%, bringing transaction times down to 13 seconds. This improvement is expected to enhance user experience and increase the efficiency of Ethereum-based transactions.

3. UK Lawmakers Call for Immediate Ban on Crypto Political Donations

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UK lawmakers have proposed an immediate ban on cryptocurrency political donations, citing high risks associated with fast payment traits and tools like mixers and tumblers. The proposal suggests a binding moratorium to mitigate potential risks in political financing.

Sources:The Block

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