Iran's rejection of US demands underscores the challenges in achieving diplomatic breakthroughs, impacting market confidence in a ceasefire.
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The failed mediation underscores persistent diplomatic challenges, affecting market confidence and highlighting the need for new strategies.
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Circle's compliance gaps could undermine trust in USDC, prompting investors to reassess stablecoin safety and market dynamics.
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Stablecoin issuer Circle is facing mounting scrutiny from blockchain researchers after millions of USD Coin (USDC) were stolen and flowed unimpeded through its proprietary bridge during the $285 million exploit of the Solana-based Drift Protocol. The inaction during the April 1 attack, which is now the largest decentralized finance (DeFi) hack of 2026, stands in […]
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The Fed's steady rates amid inflation and geopolitical tensions suggest prolonged economic caution, impacting market expectations and strategies.
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Long-term Bitcoin holders are selling at a loss — and the numbers show it’s becoming a pattern, not an anomaly. Related Reading: Bitcoin Stumbles Hard: The Worst Q1 In Years Raises Big Questions US Buyers Stay On The Sidelines Bitcoin’s Coinbase Premium Index has stayed negative in recent weeks, a sign that American investors have largely pulled back from the market. According to CryptoQuant, the gap between BTC pricing on Coinbase and Binance reflects a broader reluctance among US buyers to step back in at current levels. That hesitation is showing up across multiple data points, from exchange flows to investment product performance. Global Bitcoin investment funds recorded more than $190 million in net outflows during the week ending March 27. Spot Bitcoin ETFs, which drew heavy institutional interest during their launch period, are now sitting below water for many of their holders. Data shows the average cost basis for US spot Bitcoin ETF investors sits at $83,400 — well above where the price is trading today. Bitcoin was changing hands at around $66,820 when this report was made, roughly 47% below its all-time high of $126,000, which was set in October 2025. The price is also 24% below its yearly open of $87,600, after BTC closed 2025 in the red. Nearly 9 Million BTC Held At A Loss Close to 9 million Bitcoin — more than 40% of the total circulating supply — are currently held by investors who paid more than the current price, according to on-chain data from Glassnode. The combined unrealized loss on that supply comes to roughly $598 billion. Glassnode drew a comparison to conditions last seen in the second quarter of 2022, one of Bitcoin’s most painful stretches in recent memory. Back then, around 3 million BTC had to change hands before the market found its footing again. Based on reports from Glassnode’s latest Week On-chain newsletter, resolving a supply overhang of this size has historically meant coins moving from sellers taking losses to new buyers willing to enter at lower prices. Demand, for now, is not keeping up. Capriole Investments’ Bitcoin Apparent Demand metric logged a reading of -1,623 BTC on Thursday. That figure has stayed negative since mid-December 2025. CryptoQuant described the situation as broad market distribution, driven by continued selling from retail participants. Related Reading: XRP Could Soon Enter Arizona’s Treasury — Here’s What’s Happening Long-Term Holders Begin To Crack Perhaps the sharpest signal in the data involves investors who have held Bitcoin for more than 155 days. This group, typically seen as the most committed segment of the market, is now selling at a loss at an elevated rate. Glassnode reported that realized losses among long-term holders have climbed to $200 million — a level the firm described as confirmation of active capitulation. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView
Schwab's entry into direct crypto trading could significantly reshape the brokerage landscape, intensifying competition and broadening access.
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The Law on Anti-Technology Fraud introduces five new offenses aimed at rooting out modern online scams and crimes.
Price tracks broader crypto flows, with range-bound structure intact until $1.35 breaks.
The Ontology Gas price is rising today, becoming one of the top performers in the crypto market. The token just marked new yearly highs above $0.1, which attracted a brief correction to $0.093. The move is backed by a strong influx of volume that increased by more than 550%, far exceeding its 7-day average. This …
The foundation’s latest staking allocation mirrors its biggest-ever single-day move and is a major step-up from its initial February deployment.
Rising odds of U.S. ground forces in Iran signal heightened geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and strategic military dynamics.
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The increased odds of U.S. military involvement in Iran highlight escalating tensions and potential geopolitical instability.
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The rise in tokenized real-world assets amid crypto struggles highlights a shift towards stability and institutional trust during geopolitical tensions.
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Zarif's peace plan highlights the complexities of US-Iran relations, with market optimism suggesting potential diplomatic progress by mid-year.
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Market skepticism highlights the challenges of achieving US-Iran peace, reflecting broader geopolitical tensions and uncertainty.
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Inflation concerns and geopolitical tensions may prompt the Fed to maintain or increase rates, impacting economic growth and market stability.
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A crypto analyst has made a bold projection, suggesting the Ethereum price could reach a staggering $10,000. According to him, this is the minimum level that ETH could read, underscoring his confidence in the cryptocurrency’s bullish outlook. The analyst has cited strong fundamental and technical indicators that support his optimistic prediction. Current sentiment surrounding Ethereum is unclear, with its Fear and Greed Index in the neutral range, even while volatility remains in the fear zone. This mixed market reaction comes as the cryptocurrency has been facing bearish headwinds, even as it remains resilient and holds above the $2,000 level. Why The Ethereum Price Could Hit $10,000 Notably, crypto analyst Sykodelic on X has emphasized how strong Ethereum’s fundamentals and structure are, even amid market volatility and shifting sentiment. He has disclosed his strong bullish stance on ETH’s price outlook, forecasting that the cryptocurrency could hit $10,000 at a minimum. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Crash Update: Analyst Forecasts Fall To $600 If This Happens Supporting his bold projection, Sykodelic explained that for the past five years, the Ethereum price has been moving sideways in a High Time Frame (HTF) range. He noted this long-term horizontal range has built a very strong base, and now ETH is showing clear signs of a breakout that could fuel a powerful upward move to new all-time highs. The analyst cited reasons for his optimistic outlook, noting that the stronger and longer the base, the bigger the breakout potential. He stated that, at present, Ethereum has one of the largest bases of any digital asset in the world. He also highlighted technical indicators that support his bullish forecast. Looking at his accompanying chart, Sykodelic noted that Ethereum’s one-month Relative Strength Index (RSI) has reached historically low levels that have marked major price reversals in the past. He said Ethereum is currently at the bottom of its multi-year channel, suggesting it is consolidating around support and could be poised for a significant price rally. The analyst has stated that these factors suggest that the potential for gains far outweighs the downside risks for traders positioning for the next breakout. He believes that Ethereum’s next attempt to break out of its current base could be the one that propels its price to $10,000, representing a more than 400% surge from current levels. Analyst Dismisses $950 Breakdown Target Following the post, one crypto member forecasted that Ethereum will likely experience another price crash to $950 before it begins its rally to $10,000. Quickly responding, Sykodelic dismissed the bearish forecast, highlighting that there is no basis for expecting such a steep drop in ETH. Related Reading: Analyst Shares A Good Way To Know When Ethereum Has Hit A Bottom He noted that if Ethereum falls to this level, it would mark its lowest-ever monthly RSI reading after its weakest expansion. Given his confidence in Ethereum’s bullish potential, the analyst likely views such a scenario as unrealistic under current market conditions. Featured image from Freepik, chart from Tradingview.com
BNB price has lost a key structural level at $600, triggering a shift in momentum as bearish pressure begins to take control. The breakdown raised expectations of a deeper correction, but the price is now stabilizing near a critical demand zone around $560–$580. While buyers are attempting to defend this base, the broader structure remains …
Corporate Bitcoin holders split as Strategy holds firm while Nakamoto sells at a loss, exposing risks of debt-driven accumulation and a shifting treasury model under pressure.
Increased reliance on tariffs for revenue may heighten global trade tensions, potentially impacting international relations and market stability.
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Quant price isn’t just reacting to another partnership headline, it’s reacting to something deeper that was announced on March 25th. Yes, it was a shift that matters for its ecosystem. The kind of shift that doesn’t scream on day one but quietly builds positions and rewires how institutions interact with crypto infrastructure. The move? A …
XRP price is going through a tough stretch right now, and the pressure keeps building. The token has now dropped for six straight months since October 2025, marking its longest monthly losing streak in over a decade. According to CryptoRank data, XRP has fallen more than 55% during this period, averaging close to 10% losses …
Washington has escalated its fight with states over prediction markets, launching lawsuits that could decide whether these platforms operate as national financial products or state-regulated gambling. The outcome will determine if sports contracts can scale or get forced back into local licensing regimes. On Apr. 2, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) sued Arizona, Connecticut, […]
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Years of crypto scams running havoc on the social network X, formerly known as Twitter, have resulted in the implementation of a “kill switch” for users talking about crypto. An Auto-Lock For Crypto Posting? The announcement of the toughest anti-crypto scam measure to date was made by Nikita Bier, X’s Head of Product, through a post on the same social media on Wednesday. Yeah we’re aware. We are in the process of implementing auto-locking + verification if a user posts about cryptocurrency for the first time in the history of their account. This should kill 99% of the incentive, especially since Google isn’t doing shit to stop the phishing… — Nikita Bier (@nikitabier) April 1, 2026 The measure was brought to public attention after Bier, who is also a Solana ecosystem advisor, replied to a post from UK-based web3 creator Benjamin White. In his thread, White explained how his account had been phished via a fake copyright email. This led to his X account being compromised and used to promote a crypto scam. Yeah – I got phished. ???? You can listen to exactly what happened here, or read the article below. Shout out to the @premium support team (@nikitabier – this needs more exposure). BE SAFE EVERYONE. https://t.co/u6cMy8Dirq pic.twitter.com/HwZZvaTuc5 — Benjamin (@HelloBenWhite) April 1, 2026 Now, according to the new guidelines, X can auto‑lock an account it mentions crypto for the first time, and force extra checks before it can post again. Bier’s argue this should kill most of the incentive, making freshly hijacked or newly spun‑up accounts effectively useless to scammers. Related Reading: Bitcoin Liquidations Dethroned? A Tokenized Bet Just Posted Crypto’s Biggest Loss Updates And Details On The Crypto “Kill Switch” In a different post from the same day, Bier laid out the way suspensions works and reiterated that some financial scams are running “rampant” on the platform. For context: All suspensions are determined by the policy team; no one, including me, has unilateral decisionmaking authority. Having said that: • This was posted on March 31st, not April 1 • Fake X-trademarked financial scams run rampant on this platform • Soliciting… — Nikita Bier (@nikitabier) April 1, 2026 Bier also replied to a concerned user inquiring about “community-mention spam attacks” (when accounts tag a lot of people at the same time to promote cryptocurrencies) assuring that such activity should also now be blocked on the site. That community-mention spam attack should be blocked as of yesterday afternoon. — Nikita Bier (@nikitabier) April 1, 2026 The platform will also detect fraudulent memecoin activity. Yesterday, Bier corrected a now deleted Community Note explaining that “it is always a hack” when a high-profile account without any previous relation to crypto suddenly drops a memecoin. The social network will now require account ownership verification in such cases. @CommunityNotes Wrong. If you have more than 10k followers and you drop a meme coin without any prior connection to crypto, it is always a hack. We will be detecting that and requiring account ownership verification — to reduce the incentive to phish X accounts. — Nikita Bier (@nikitabier) April 2, 2026 The usual playbook for this type of scams include phishing emails posing as copyright or security warnings, fake login pages, stealing passwords and 2FA, then using captured X accounts to blast out scam links and tokens. X is a valuable target for scammers because it allows them to tap in the reputation of real users and their follower networks, not to mention the speed at which posts can go viral in “crypto Twitter” culture. A Long Battle Against Scammers The social network has taken legal action against banned users in the past, including crypto fraudsters, who tried to bribe employees to get suspended accounts reinstated, describing this as part of a broader criminal network. X’s Global Government Affairs account publicly framed this as “strong action against a bribery network targeting our platform,” explicitly linking it to suspended crypto‑scam accounts. X has exposed and is taking strong action against a bribery network targeting our platform. Suspended accounts involved in crypto scams and platform manipulation paid middlemen to attempt to bribe employees to reinstate their suspended accounts. These perpetrators exploit social… — Global Government Affairs (@GlobalAffairs) September 19, 2025 Regulators specifically criticized X’s design of the subscription‑based blue check system, saying it allowed users to buy badges without proper identity checks, increasing the risk of scam accounts appearing “verified”. The European Union fined the social network with €120 million under the Digital Services Act at the end of last year, in part because its paid blue‑check verification “misleads users” about authenticity and exposes them to scams and impersonation. Related Reading: Hyperliquid Puts Wall Street Onchain — Will This Warp Crypto Volatility Next? The new measure of auto‑locking first‑time crypto posters makes hijacked accounts less monetizable, raises costs for scam rings, and could sharply cut opportunistic phishing campaigns. On the downside, legitimate newcomers to crypto, small creators, and journalists could face friction, false positives, or temporary silencing at the exact moment they try to enter the conversation. At the moment of writing, BTC trades for almost $67k on the daily chart. Source: BTCUSD on Tradingview. Cover image from Perplexity. BTCUSD chart from Tradingview.
ZachXBT cites over a dozen cases involving over $420 million, the most recent being the Drift Protocol exploit worth more than $280 million.
Execution risk in crypto is the new custody risk. Live credentials, not just private keys, are now the main attack surface.
Rising odds of U.S. forces entering Iran could heighten geopolitical instability, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations.
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The closure of Leap Wallet may disrupt user habits and push the Cosmos community to explore alternative wallet solutions, impacting ecosystem dynamics.
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Bitcoin is attempting to form a bottom, but select analysts believe that the decline is not over yet and the $60,000 level may break down.