The outage highlights the vulnerability of digital platforms and the potential impact on global communication and business operations.
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Kraken's parent company filed a draft S-1 registration statement with the SEC in November regarding the proposed initial public offering of its common stock.
S&P Dow Jones Indices licenses its flagship index for crypto trading on Hyperliquid, as perpetual futures gain traction beyond traditional markets.
Senator Cynthia Lummis, at the center of legislative talks, said the discussion is down to nuance and the bill will finally emerge from her committee in April.
A falling hash rate and the resultant pressure on miners could signal another potential capitulation phase, which could push prices down furthe
XRP is beginning to show the kind of price behavior that traders usually watch for when a downtrend starts running out of steam. A technical setup of XRP’s price action shows a cryptocurrency that has already absorbed months of selling pressure and is now trying to build a base above a key support zone. Although the analysis does not suggest that XRP has already broken into a full bullish trend, it does show that the decline has slowed down, and price is starting to stabilize where buyers are stepping in. A Downtrend That Has Worn Itself Out Technical analysis shows that XRP spent part of September and early October in a consolidation band before rolling over into a broad decline that lasted for months. That downtrend remained intact into early 2026, when another sell-off pushed the price below $1.30 very briefly in February. Related Reading: Ex-UK Prime Minister Blasts Bitcoin, Here’s What He Said Instead of leading a deeper collapse, however, that drop appears to have created an area where sellers began losing momentum. This drawdown is shown in a clearly defined descending channel visible on the daily chart shared on the social media platform X by crypto analyst BitGuru. The analyst behind the outlook described this as trend exhaustion, and the chart supports that idea. The downward channel that formed from January into February eventually broke down into a stabilization zone, not another leg lower. XRP then began holding above nearby support, and the price action is now trading around the mid-$1.40s on the chart. That is a notable change from the earlier pattern, because it means that the XRP price is no longer making clean lower lows with the same confidence. XRP Price Chart. Source: @bitgu_ru On X Why The Setup Points To A Move Higher Just as important, the chart places a nearby support band around roughly $1.33 to $1.34, while the invalidation area sits much lower, near the $0.88 region. As long as XRP keeps defending increasingly higher support levels and avoids falling back into that earlier breakdown structure, then there is still the case for a price jump. Related Reading: Why Bitcoin Price Could Stage A Stronger Rally Than Previous Bull Markets The technical analysis shows the XRP price basing just above a green accumulation zone, with an upside path pointing into a broader target area that stretches into the low-$2 range. At the time of writing, XRP is trading at $1.52. Sustained strength in the next few days can open the path toward a medium-term recovery. Based on the levels shown in the chart above, the first price objective is around $1.88. A sustained close above $1.88 would represent a meaningful structural shift and open the door to a retest of levels last seen in early 2026. More ambitious medium-term targets are between $2.09 and $2.20. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Korea's central bank and nine commercial lenders started real-world testing of deposit tokens, including subsidy payments and peer-to-peer transfers.
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Crypto just suffered its first major electoral setback of the 2026 cycle in deep‑blue Illinois, where Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton beat pro‑crypto Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi in the Democratic Senate primary, NBC News reports. Related Reading: Crypto Rails Go Mainstream — Inside Mastercard’s Bold $1.8 Billion BVNK Acquisition An Electoral Crypto Loss Fairshake, the industry‑backed super political action committee (PAC), poured almost $10 million into ads attacking Stratton as anti‑innovation, but local political muscle, including Governor JB Pritzker’s endorsement and millions in support, proved stronger than crypto money this time. In a state this blue, Stratton’s primary win all but guarantees her a Senate seat in November, turning the race into a warning shot for the digital assets lobby ahead of the 2026 midterms. Fairshake, funded by giants like Coinbase and Ripple as well as venture capital heavyweights Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, entered Illinois with more than $191 million in cash and a broader $221 million war chest for this election cycle. The PAC and its affiliate Protect Progress spent heavily in multiple Illinois House primaries, often on the side of more centrist or business‑friendly Democrats against progressives Candidates such as Melissa Bean and Nikki Budzinski appeared in races where crypto‑aligned super PAC money was present, though it is hard to show Fairshake was uniquely decisive in “electing” them rather than being one of several big spenders. Fairshake publicly frames its mission as defending “American innovation” and “consumer choice” in financial services, and it has signaled it plans to stay active through 2026 and beyond. Related Reading: Crypto Payments Are Going Mainstream: Can Tourists Turn Into Daily Users In South Korea? What This Means For Traders Short term, this defeat is unlikely to move prices by itself, but it adds a layer of policy uncertainty for 2026 that could resurface as volatility around key primary dates, especially if Fairshake reallocates more of its $221 million war chest into tighter, more winnable races. Regulatory and legislative outcomes around stablecoins, market structure, and crypto‑friendly bills like the GENIUS Act and Clarity Act will remain highly political and uneven across states, rather than following a straight, pro‑industry trajectory. In the moment of writing, BTC’s trades for $72k. Source: BTCUSDT on Tradingview Cover image from Perplexity, BTCUSDT chart from Tradingview
The AKT RIVER MemeCore price surge isn’t just another random altcoin pump, infact it’s a mix of real catalysts, speculative positioning, and a bit of classic crypto chaos thrown in for good measure. Across Akash Network (AKT), River (RIVER), and MemeCore (M), intraday momentum has picked up sharply. But unlike the usual “everything pumps together” …
The company's internal strain, including reports of required long working hours, is overshadowing its push for a U.S. listing.
Ethereum is showing renewed strength as the market tests key resistance levels following a prolonged period of downward pressure and consolidation. The recent price action suggests that buyers are gradually regaining control, with ETH attempting to build momentum as traders evaluate whether the current move can evolve into a broader recovery. Related Reading: Ethereum Whales Step In: $33M ETH Withdrawn From Exchanges In Hours While spot price action reflects improving sentiment, derivatives data points to deeper structural changes taking place beneath the surface. According to CryptoQuant analyst Arab Chain, the ETH Open Interest 30-day change indicator reveals a clear shift in how traders are positioning across major platforms. The data highlights a divergence in open interest flows, suggesting that liquidity is not leaving the market but rather being redistributed. On Binance, open interest has increased by approximately 11,400 ETH, indicating continued inflows of capital despite recent volatility. At the same time, Bybit recorded a substantial rise of around 2.51 million ETH, reinforcing the view that traders are actively re-engaging with the derivatives market. This pattern suggests that participants are selectively rebuilding exposure rather than exiting positions entirely. For analysts, such behavior often reflects a transitional phase, where confidence begins to return, and liquidity concentrates on key platforms, potentially setting the stage for stronger directional moves. Open Interest Divergence Reflects Market Repositioning CryptoQuant analyst Arab Chain notes that not all platforms are seeing the same level of activity, highlighting a clear divergence across the Ethereum derivatives landscape. While Binance and Bybit have recorded strong inflows, Bitfinex, Kraken, and Gate.io have shown weaker performance, with either limited growth or outright declines in open interest. According to the data, Bitfinex saw a decrease of approximately 35,700 ETH, while Kraken recorded a drop of around 4,300 ETH. Gate.io, meanwhile, showed relatively muted activity compared to other major exchanges. These figures suggest that some segments of the market remain cautious, with traders reducing exposure or avoiding aggressive positioning in the current environment. From a structural perspective, this divergence points to a market in transition rather than one in decline. While some participants are closing positions to manage risk, others are selectively increasing exposure on platforms where liquidity and opportunity appear more favorable. This type of redistribution often precedes stronger directional moves, as capital consolidates in specific venues and trading strategies evolve. Importantly, the overall trend in open interest remains supportive. Sustained or rising open interest indicates that liquidity continues to flow into the derivatives market, reinforcing the stability of Ethereum’s uptrend and suggesting that traders are increasingly confident in maintaining their positions as momentum builds. Related Reading: XRP Liquidity Builds on Binance – What The 2.78B Reserve Spike Means Ethereum Faces Key Resistance After Rebound From Capitulation Lows The Ethereum daily chart shows the asset attempting to extend its recovery after the sharp capitulation event that occurred in early February. ETH is currently trading around $2,330, having rebounded from lows near the $1,800 level, where a significant spike in volume signaled aggressive buyer absorption. Following that low, Ethereum established a base between $1,900 and $2,100, forming a consolidation range before breaking higher. The recent move has allowed ETH to reclaim the short-term moving average, which had acted as persistent resistance during the downtrend. This shift suggests that short-term momentum is now favoring buyers, at least in the near term. Related Reading: XRP Supply Tightens On Binance As Scarcity Index Signals Limited Liquidity However, the broader structure remains mixed. Price is still trading below the 100-day and 200-day moving averages, both of which continue to slope downward. This indicates that the recovery is still developing within a larger corrective framework rather than confirming a full trend reversal. The $2,300–$2,400 region now stands as a critical resistance zone. This level aligns with previous support that broke during the February selloff, making it a likely area of supply. If Ethereum can sustain acceptance above this range, the next upside targets could emerge near $2,700 and $3,000. Otherwise, rejection here may lead to renewed consolidation below resistance. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com
Bitcoin is entering the FOMC meeting with a unique market structure, diverging sharply from typical pre-event positioning. While BTC price has gained nearly 5% over the past week, derivatives data shows growing skepticism, with funding rates turning negative across major exchanges. In the last 48 hours, Bitcoin has plunged below $72,400, with a 1.81% drop. …
The price of oil moved higher after reported attacks against Iran's South Pars gas field.
Rising PPI signals persistent inflation, potentially impacting monetary policy and market stability, influencing Bitcoin's volatility.
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Something shifted on Binance today. After weeks of quiet capital movement, CryptoQuant data shows the largest single-day stablecoin deposit the exchange has seen since November 2025 – $2.2 billion in USDT, arriving in a single session. Bitcoin is currently trading at $72,458, down 1.85% on the day. But the money flowing in tells a different …
Enjin Coin (ENJ) price surged over 25% in the past 24 hours, rising from around $0.020 to above $0.026, backed by a sharp spike in trading volume. Daily volumes jumped from nearly $35 million to over $150 million, marking a significant increase in market participation. The move follows weeks of sustained decline, pushing ENJ toward …
Ripple’s latest partnership with i-Payout aims to deliver near-instant cross-border payouts into the U.S. and Canada. On the surface, it’s another step in improving payment efficiency, but Crypto analyst Edo Farina connects this move to a much larger story unfolding behind the scenes. Commercial Hints at a Deeper Banking Structure Farina points to Ripple’s newly …
Whale Bitcoin transfers to exchanges may signal increased market volatility, impacting investor sentiment amid key economic policy decisions.
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The Kaspa price just pulled off a sharp 20% daily surge and no, it’s not happening in a vacuum. This move comes with a noticeable spike in derivatives activity and a growing sense that something bigger might be brewing under the surface. Open Interest has jumped from $9.89 million to $13.64 million since Monday, a …
With every market rise, attention shifts toward altcoins, but is this really the right time to dive in? An interesting update from Crypto Hustle, based on insights from six AI trading agents, suggests waiting before jumping into altcoins. Even though the market is moving up, the underlying data tells a different story. Bitcoin is trading …
The committee highlighted that the fast payment traits of crypto, along with tools like mixers, tumblers, and AI-assisted splitting of payments below the £500 reporting threshold.
The Strait of Hormuz has been effectively closed for more than two weeks. Oil has surged more than 40% from pre-war levels, now trading around $103 a barrel. The United States has bombed military targets on Kharg Island – Iran’s main oil export terminal – and threatened to strike its oil infrastructure next if the …
Crypto analyst Cryptollica has provided a bullish outlook for Dogecoin, outlining several reasons why the meme coin is ‘still in the game.’ This comes amid DOGE’s reclaim of the psychological $0.10 level, with the foremost meme coin now targeting new highs. Analyst Explains Why Dogecoin’s Outlook Is Still Bullish In an X post, Cryptollica urged market participants to set aside the meme coin noise and short-term market narratives. The analyst argued that Dogecoin possesses one of the “most flawless and mechanical macroeconomic cycles in the entire crypto ecosystem.” He further remarked that DOGE is currently at the quantitative threshold of the 4th Macro Cycle, a generational setup that the retail crowd is completely ignoring. Related Reading: Analyst Predicts When The Dogecoin Price Will Hit $1.70 The analyst went on to outline two definitive metrics that prove a historical asymmetry is imminent for Dogecoin. First is the multi-year structural stepping stones, with Cryptollica pointing to the horizontal green bands on his accompanying chart. He noted that DOGE price action is currently in the “4 NOW” zone, compressing perfectly onto the breakable bedrock and establishing a new institutional accumulation phase. The second definitive metric that the analyst mentioned is the Terminal Momentum Reset, with Dogecoin’s RSI currently at around 31. He noted that the price sitting at structural support is insufficient without momentum confirmation. Instead, the focus is on the lower panel, with the 1-week oscillator violently retracing to the exact absolute red baseline that ignited all previous mega macro runs for the meme coin. “Downward kinetic seller momentum is quantitatively exhausted,” Cryptollica added. Lastly, he mentioned that the Dogecoin price is resting on a multi-year structural floor. At the same time, the kinetic momentum striking a 10-year historical bottom is said to create a rare “systemic alignment.” The analyst said that it is exactly under these current market conditions that professional portfolio managers look to allocate capital. DOGE Has Completed A Full Stochastic Cycle In an X post, crypto analyst Trader Tardigrade revealed that Dogecoin has completed a full Stochastic cycle on the 4-hour chart. The meme coin has trended up from an oversold level and is now back at that level. The analyst told market participants to watch for a pullback or consolidation and then look for a bounce to send it higher. He added that the current setup is bullish, signaling that a sustained rally may be on the horizon. Related Reading: Analyst Predicts Dogecoin Price Will ‘Pump Hard’ Soon, Here’s Why Meanwhile, crypto analyst Ari pointed to a descending channel on the Dogecoin chart, noting that pressure was currently building. He stated that the current breakout targets for DOGE are $0.116, $0.153, $0.206, and $0.280. The analyst added that this is a “squeeze setup” with a move to the upside likely to come fast. At the time of writing, the Dogecoin price is trading at around $0.10, up in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
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