Pakistan's mediation introduces a new dynamic in US-Iran relations, but market skepticism highlights the fragile nature of diplomatic efforts.
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Chinese manufacturing faces increased costs and delays, potentially impacting global supply chains and economic stability.
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The Arbitrum freeze highlights DeFi's systemic fragility, where interconnected protocols amplify risks, leading to widespread financial instability.
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A CryptoQuant analyst has explained how the recent Bitcoin recovery has still looked like a bear market rally based on signals in on-chain metrics. Bitcoin Recovery Has Come Alongside A Rise In The LTH Supply In a new thread on X, CryptoQuant community analyst Maartunn has discussed the recent recovery run that Bitcoin has witnessed. This surge has arrived after BTC stabilized into a consolidation range following its low at the start of February. Related Reading: Bitcoin Mining Network Collapsing Into AI At Record Pace, Analyst Warns On-chain data suggests that this bottoming process started alongside an uptick in the supply of the long-term holders (LTHs). The LTHs are defined as investors who have been holding onto their tokens since more than 155 days ago. As the below chart shows, the 30-day change in the supply of this Bitcoin cohort was negative between mid-2025 and January 2026, indicating that the diamond hands of the network were distributing their coins. Since the end of January, however, the metric has flipped negative, a sign that coins have been becoming a part of the LTH supply. Note that this metric has a 155-day delay attached between when buying occurred and when it reflects on the data since coins first have to be held for 155 days before they can be classified into the group. As such, the green netflow doesn’t imply accumulation that’s occurring in the present. What it does suggest, however, is that the market has seen the rise of HODLing conviction as BTC has settled into the consolidation phase. In the last month, 345,000 BTC has matured into the group. “That’s structural strength building under the surface,” noted Maartunn. While the latest price recovery has come alongside a surge in the Bitcoin LTH supply, it has also been met with selling pressure. The short-term holders (STHs), investors with a holding time of 155 days or lower, sent about 60,000 BTC to exchanges. Another metric shows that STHs have been transferring their Bitcoin at a loss recently, suggesting that they have still been exiting at a loss despite the recovery surge. Distribution has not just come from the STHs, but also the large entities holding more than 100 BTC in their wallets, who have seen their exchange inflows pick up. Related Reading: Bitcoin Recovery Fails To Lift Market Sentiment From Extreme Fear The selling pressure from these groups could be why the Bitcoin rally hasn’t been able to push higher despite the trend in the LTH supply and the accumulation from Strategy. “For now, this still looks like a bear market rally…” said Maartunn. “But a strong breakout could quickly shift the trend.” BTC Price Bitcoin surged above $78,000 last week, but the asset has since seen a setback as its price has dropped to $75,300. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView.com
Trump's remarks highlight the complexities of diplomatic negotiations, potentially delaying resolutions and impacting market confidence.
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The delay in the CLARITY Act exacerbates regulatory uncertainty, impacting market confidence and potentially stalling stablecoin innovation.
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The closure exacerbates Somalia's economic vulnerability, highlighting the global ripple effects of geopolitical tensions on trade routes.
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Something is clearly shifting inside the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse isn’t staying quiet about it. Responding to recent comments from Paul Atkins, he described the new direction as a long-overdue reset, especially after what he sees as a difficult period for the crypto industry under earlier leadership. From “War …
Geopolitical tensions highlight market disparities, with airline costs soaring while XRP remains stable, reflecting varied risk perceptions.
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Abstract P2P crypto trading in the CIS has “worked” for years. Loosely. Hidden spreads, frozen accounts, USDT of unknown origin, banks asking uncomfortable questions months later. Cifra Markets was built to replace all of that with something closer to a regulated brokerage than a grey market workaround. This review breaks down what Cifra actually does, …
The unmet US objectives in Iran may prompt a shift towards diplomacy, impacting market perceptions and potential ceasefire outcomes.
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The first scenario is far cheaper but runs the risk of rsETH depegging an estimated 15%, while the second is costlier but better protects Ethereum mainnet and concentrates losses at the layer 2 level.
The increased odds of US forces entering Iran could heighten geopolitical tensions and influence domestic political dynamics significantly.
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Snchez's growing lead suggests a shift in political dynamics, potentially impacting Peru's future policies and international relations.
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Carlson's apology may deepen divisions within the MAGA base, potentially altering the dynamics of conservative media and political alliances.
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Amazon's investment in Anthropic could reshape AI competition, influencing market dynamics and innovation pace among leading tech firms.
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Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil markets and hinder diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran.
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The exploit raises concerns about DeFi's collateral integrity, potentially prompting regulatory scrutiny and impacting Ethereum's market stability.
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ASTEROID’s extraordinary run changed the conversation. A token that sat at a $50,000 market cap before Elon Musk replied to a girl’s SpaceX mascot request briefly touched a $20 million market cap within hours and posted a 68,428% weekly gain according to CoinGecko data before pulling back roughly 40%. The question traders are now asking …
The exploit highlights vulnerabilities in DeFi infrastructure, raising concerns about cybersecurity and geopolitical risks in crypto markets.
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China's reliance on US ethane highlights vulnerabilities in global petrochemical supply chains amid geopolitical tensions.
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The large short position on Brent oil suggests increased market volatility and potential downward pressure on oil prices amid surplus forecasts.
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Ethereum price started a recovery wave from the $2,250 zone. ETH is now consolidating and might fail to extend gains above the $2,360 resistance. Ethereum started a recovery wave from the $2,250 zone. The price is trading below $2,340 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $2,300 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,360 zone. Ethereum Price Faces Resistance Ethereum price tested the $2,250 support zone before the bulls appeared, like Bitcoin. ETH price formed a base and started a recovery wave above the $2,300 resistance. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $2,300 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. The pair cleared the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,465 swing high to the $2,253 low. The price even spiked above $2,335 but faced resistance. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,350 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,290, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,330 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,360 level and the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,465 swing high to the $2,253 low. The next major resistance is near the $2,385 level. A clear move above the $2,385 resistance might send the price toward the $2,420 resistance. An upside break above the $2,420 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,465 resistance zone or even $2,500 in the near term. Another Decline In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,360 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,290 level. The first major support sits near the $2,250 zone. A clear move below the $2,250 support might push the price toward the $2,200 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,150 region. The main support could be $2,120. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $2,250 Major Resistance Level – $2,360
Rising UK inflation due to geopolitical tensions may undermine Bitcoin's stability as an inflation hedge, highlighting market fragility.
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Starmer's admission may weaken his leadership, increasing political instability and impacting Labour's future electoral prospects.
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The breakdown in talks highlights the challenges of achieving a US-Iran deal, impacting market confidence and diplomatic relations.
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The new US-Iran talks could influence regional stability and nuclear policy, impacting geopolitical dynamics and market reactions significantly.
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XRP is holding above $1.40 as the broader market navigates another uncertain stretch, with buyers and sellers locked in a standoff that has yet to resolve in either direction. The price has recovered to around $1.44, a level that feels more stable than where it was just weeks ago. But an Arab Chain report raises a question the price alone cannot answer — whether real demand is driving the recovery or something considerably more fragile is. Related Reading: XRP Just Settled $291 Million On-Chain, Almost Nothing Hit Binance: Find Out What’s Happening The issue sits in the order flow data. XRP’s Cumulative Volume Delta on Binance is registering approximately -7.18 million, meaning that across the recent trading period, sell orders have been consistently outpacing buy orders in aggregate volume. In markets, that kind of divergence between a rising price and negative order flow tends to mean one of two things. Either sellers are gradually exhausting themselves, and the price is finding its footing naturally, or the price is being propped up by a temporary reduction in selling pressure rather than any genuine surge in demand, and when that pressure returns, the recovery gives way. The distinction matters more than it might appear. A price held up by fewer sellers is a very different setup from a price driven higher by more buyers. One can sustain. The other tends not to. Progress, But Not Confirmation The Arab Chain report offers one genuinely constructive signal alongside the caution. The 30-day correlation between XRP’s price and its order flow has improved to approximately 0.61 — a reading that suggests the two are beginning to move in a more aligned relationship than they have in recent periods. When price and underlying liquidity dynamics start tracking each other more closely, it typically means the market is transitioning out of a disorderly phase and toward something more coherent. That alignment matters because the previous environment — where price moved in one direction while order flow told a contradictory story — is precisely the kind of setup that produces sharp reversals. The improving correlation suggests that the dynamic is gradually resolving, which is a more stable foundation for price action, even if it does not guarantee direction. Price is recovering, and correlation is improving, but sell orders continue to dominate the aggregate flow. The CVD has not flipped positive, and until it does, the recovery lacks the order-flow backing that would make it structurally convincing rather than technically tentative. What the data describes is a market in transition — better than it was, not yet where it needs to be. XRP at $1.44 is holding a level. Whether it builds on that level or retreats from it depends on whether the improving correlation eventually pulls the order flow into alignment with the price, or whether the persistent selling pressure reasserts itself first. Related Reading: Aave Is Trading Like 2022 Again: Danger Zone Or Entry Point? XRP Stabilizes After Prolonged Downtrend XRP is attempting to stabilize around the $1.40 level after an extended downtrend that began following its 2025 peak above $3.00. The chart shows a clear deterioration in structure over the past several months, with price consistently printing lower highs and lower lows, confirming sustained bearish control. The recent price action reflects a shift from decline to consolidation. Since February, XRP has been trading within a relatively tight range between roughly $1.30 and $1.50, indicating a temporary balance between buyers and sellers. This range formation suggests that the aggressive sell pressure seen during the breakdown phase has eased, but it has not been replaced by strong directional demand. Related Reading: XRP Volatility Just Hit A Multi-Year Low – Analysts Explain Something Is About To Change From a trend perspective, XRP remains below the 200-day moving average, which continues to slope downward and act as long-term resistance. The inability to reclaim this level reinforces that the broader trend has not yet reversed. Volume behavior supports this interpretation. After the sharp spike during the capitulation phase, volume has declined steadily, signaling reduced participation and a lack of conviction from both sides. For XRP to shift into a more constructive structure, it would need to break above the $1.50–$1.60 zone and sustain momentum. Until then, the current price action reflects stabilization within a broader bearish trend rather than a confirmed recovery. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com
Bezos's AI venture could revolutionize industries by integrating advanced AI systems, potentially reshaping global manufacturing dynamics.
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Kelp DAO has countered LayerZero's earlier statement, saying the 1-of-1 DVN setup under criticism was shipped as the default at LayerZero.