Meta Platforms Inc. is investigating the incorporation of stablecoin payment options into its applications, adopting a swiftly growing digital currency that is increasingly prevalent in online commerce.
Haseeb Qureshi argues that venture capital is rotating, not abandoning crypto, as AI attracts attention. AI platforms enjoy massive user bases but less than 1% convert to paying customers. In contrast, every Bitcoin or Ethereum transaction incurs a fee, delivering a 100% monetization rate. This built‑in revenue model gives crypto a more mature economic foundation than freemium AI services. On‑chain metrics reveal stablecoin supply expanding around 50% annually, even during market downturns. The rise reflects genuine usage for payments, remittances, and DeFi settlement, not speculative trading. Consequently, crypto’s value increasingly stems from utility rather than Bitcoin price volatility. Stablecoin adoption therefore underscores the sector’s resilience and ongoing demand. Price swings linked to ETFs, regulation, and geopolitics fit a decade‑long cyclic pattern rather than a structural flaw. Developer activity and active address counts continue to grow, confirming robust network fundamentals. Leading funds view AI and crypto as complementary, with blockchain offering verification and micropayment layers for future AI applications. This suggests a diversification strategy, not an exodus, toward synergistic technological stacks.
Brazil cut average tariffs from 11.6% to ~10.4% on ~6,000 imports, lowering duties on industrial inputs and capital goods while raising protection for consumer goods made domestically. The move seeks to improve manufacturing competitiveness and trim the current‑account gap. It follows a history of liberalization, protectionism, and now a balanced approach. Commerzbank estimates the changes could lift Brazil’s trade balance by about 0.3% of GDP over 18 months, offering only modest support for the real. Analysts cite intense competition from Asia, the real’s sensitivity to commodity prices, and persistent infrastructure bottlenecks as limiting factors. Past tariff revisions in 2012 and 2017 showed similar small currency effects. The real rose ~0.8% after the announcement but surrendered half the gain as investors digested the modest outlook; futures volume rose 15%. Lower input tariffs may ease production costs, yet the central bank says monetary policy will stay driven by overall inflation trends. Long‑term gains will require complementary reforms in infrastructure and regulation.
The Dollar Index jumped 1.8% to a three‑month high, pushing the euro to 1.0650 and the pound to 1.2450. The yen rose toward intervention levels at 152.50, while the peso and yuan weakened sharply. Traders cite Trump’s surprise tariff plan and the Fed’s hawkish tone as the dual drivers of the move. Analysts expect the dollar to stay strong through early 2025. Trump proposed a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, a 60% levy on Chinese electronics and auto parts, and higher duties on German cars and French farm goods. Revised NAFTA rules will affect Canadian and Mexican trade. Economists warn these measures could lift domestic prices, prompting tighter monetary policy. The tariff shock amplified the dollar’s rise beyond typical volatility. Fed Chair Jerome Powell labeled inflation “unacceptably high” and signaled that rates may remain elevated or rise further. The central bank’s revised outlook cuts expected 2025 rate cuts to one or two and raises the terminal rate to 4.8‑5.0%. Higher U.S. rates attract foreign capital, reinforcing dollar demand. Combined with tariffs, this creates a “perfect storm” for sustained dollar strength. Emerging‑market currencies face higher debt‑service costs and import‑price pressure, while commodity prices such as gold and oil slipped 1‑2% on the dollar’s rise. Major central banks wrestle with inflation versus growth, limiting coordinated responses. Technical charts show the Dollar Index breaking its 200‑day moving average, suggesting further upside. Traders are advised to watch inflation data, central‑bank minutes, and key support‑resistance levels.
Only weeks after providing an additional $5 million to a pro‑Trump PAC, the exchange obtained lawsuit support from the CFTC and received a bank charter from the Treasury Department.
Bhutan introduced a digital nomad visa powered by blockchain technology, allowing remote workers to reside in the country under a new program. Applicants must lock a deposit of TER tokens, which are backed by gold and operate on the Solana network, as a condition for obtaining the visa. This approach combines residency policy with sovereign cryptocurrency adoption, a rarity among nations. The Himalayan kingdom, famous for emphasizing Gross National Happiness, has taken a decisive step toward integrating digital assets into its governance framework.
Seoul prosecutors allege that a man poisoned his business associate after the partner improperly handled his Bitcoin investments.
Bitcoin slipped to roughly $62,000 in Tuesday’s trading session as Polymarket participants cut their expectations for a rebound in February.
The USD/CHF pair trades near 0.8950, just above the 20‑day SMA, a key short‑term trend marker. A break below 0.8940 would confirm franc strength, targeting 0.8850 support, while holding above suggests a move toward 0.9020‑0.9080 resistance. Recent price action shows a 1.8% drop from the monthly high of 0.9120, with volume up 22%. RSI sits at 42 and MACD shows bearish momentum, creating mixed signals. The Swiss National Bank’s cautious stance, low inflation (1.2%) and strong trade surplus bolster the franc, reinforced by its safe‑haven appeal amid geopolitical tension. In contrast, the Federal Reserve faces internal debate, and mixed US data (CPI 3.1% up, retail sales down 0.4%) fuels dollar volatility. This policy divergence allows the CHF to outpace the USD. Commitment‑of‑Traders data shows commercial long franc positions up 18%, while speculators remain net short, hinting at possible short‑cover rallies. Surveyed strategists (62%) expect moderate franc strength through Q2 2025. Traders should watch the 0.8940 level, use wider stops for the expanded 85‑pip ATR, and adjust size according to heightened volatility.
Arweave is forecasted to reach $5.5 by the end of 2026, with a 2029 range of $8‑$13.44 and an average of $11.96. The model projects a peak of $32 in 2032 and an average around $25.17 for that year. Mid‑term estimates (2027‑2031) show gradual climbs from $4.20 to $22.40. These figures assume continued ecosystem growth and favorable market cycles. AR trades near $1.87 with a market cap of $122 M and 24‑hour volume of $19 M. Its all‑time high was $90.94 in November 2021, while recent volatility sits at 21.97% (extremely high). The 50‑day SMA is $2.95 and the 200‑day SMA $4.57, indicating a bearish long‑term bias. Fear‑and‑greed index reads 8 (extreme fear), reflecting pessimistic sentiment. Price is holding a key support band around $1.78‑$1.82; a break below could trigger further downside. Resistance clusters sit at $1.97, $2.13 and $2.19, with a decisive close above $2.13 needed for bullish momentum. MACD histogram has turned positive, yet signal lines remain below zero, suggesting incomplete reversal. On the 4‑hour chart, RSI has risen to 40 and immediate resistance is $1.92. Arweave’s unique permanent, decentralized storage differentiates it from most crypto projects. Long‑term potential is strong, especially with the AO computing platform and partnerships with Solana and The Graph. Nevertheless, high volatility, competition, and regulatory risk make it a high‑risk, high‑reward asset. Achieving $50‑$100 levels would likely require a robust bull market and wider adoption of its storage solution.
The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Fortune reported that investigators were dismissed after uncovering transactions that violated sanctions.
Haseeb Qureshi of Dragonfly explained to CoinDesk that drawing parallels between AI’s rapid consumer uptake and crypto’s development misinterprets the fundamental nature of each product.
Users wagered over $7 million on the result of the crypto sleuth’s investigation, which is scheduled to be revealed on Thursday.
Analysts forecast Filecoin (FIL) to average $1.26 in 2026, rise to $4.45 by 2029 and reach $13.43 in 2032. Launched in 2020 by Protocol Labs, FIL powers a decentralized storage marketplace where users rent spare hard‑drive space. The network uses proof‑of‑replication and proof‑of‑spacetime to guarantee data integrity and incentivize providers. FIL trades around $0.88, entrenched in a broader downtrend with lower highs and lows. Immediate resistance lies near $0.95‑$1.00, while key support is at $0.85 and $0.80. All daily and 50‑day moving averages sit above price, signalling continued sell pressure. The token’s volatility makes it a high‑risk investment; upside could be significant if decentralized storage adoption accelerates, with some models even projecting $100 levels in strong bull markets. However, bearish sentiment, low volume and competition from cloud providers temper expectations. Investors should assess tolerance for sharp swings before exposure. Filecoin’s ecosystem is expanding through cross‑chain bridges, such as the recent partnership with Avalanche’s C‑Chain, and integration with Ethereum smart contracts. These collaborations aim to boost enterprise demand and data‑audit use cases. Continued protocol upgrades and Web3 adoption are key drivers for the long‑term price scenario.
TruStage will launch TSDA, a dollar‑pegged stablecoin fully backed 1:1 by cash. A TruStage affiliate issues the token while Block Time Financial provides the blockchain infrastructure and security. TSDA targets TruStage’s extensive credit‑union network, offering a trusted on‑ramp amid USDT and USDC dominance. TSDA enables near‑instant, low‑cost payments and new products such as crypto‑linked savings accounts. A stable, insured token gives credit unions a safe entry to digital assets and improves liquidity handling. Adoption could boost efficiency and expand services for millions of members. TruStage will issue regular audited attestations to prove full reserve backing. Ongoing U.S. stablecoin regulations will shape compliance and reporting requirements. If integration and education succeed, TSDA may become a benchmark for legacy finance in crypto.
Bitcoin continues to trade below the $65,000 mark, while sporadic bursts of strong selling pressure keep the market subdued. An important on‑chain metric has stabilized, offering insight into when demand in the spot market may pick up again.
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On March 15, 2025 Whale Alert recorded a single transaction that created 250 million USDC at the official treasury address. The injection of the world’s second‑largest stablecoin instantly drew attention from traders, analysts and institutions. It marks a major liquidity event with potential ripple effects across DeFi, centralized exchanges and the wider crypto market. Circle issues USDC only after a verified U.S. dollar deposit enters its reserve accounts, preserving a 1:1 peg. The recent mint corresponds to a $250 million cash inflow, increasing the circulating supply in line with demand. Historically, similar large mints have preceded capital shifts into Ethereum and layer‑2 ecosystems. The new tokens are likely to boost on‑chain liquidity, feeding deposits on centralized exchanges and feeding lending pools on protocols such as Aave and Compound. Greater stablecoin depth can compress lending rates and improve swap pricing on decentralized exchanges. Analysts watch the destination of the funds to gauge whether they signal institutional OTC trades or broader retail participation. The mint occurs under heightened scrutiny from EU MiCA and evolving U.S. rules, reinforcing Circle’s reserve transparency. On‑chain trackers treat the treasury as a “whale,” monitoring where the USDC flows—whether to exchange hot wallets, DeFi contracts or cross‑chain bridges. These movements provide real‑time insight into capital allocation and sentiment in the 2025 crypto landscape.
Bitdeer announced it has sold its entire Bitcoin inventory, presenting the move as a liquidity measure rather than a negative outlook on the cryptocurrency. The Singapore‑based miner aims to convert freshly mined BTC into cash to stay capital‑ready for non‑binding land acquisition deals. It stresses that the decision is procedural and unrelated to broader market sentiment. Despite the divestment, Bitdeer has expanded its self‑mining capacity to over 63 EH/s and boosted year‑over‑year production. The company plans to allocate the cash toward AI and high‑performance computing projects, repurposing mining sites into AI‑ready data centers. These initiatives demand significantly higher upfront investment than traditional mining expansions. Other public miners such as Riot Platforms, Bitfarms, and Core Scientific have sold portions of their mined Bitcoin or diversified into AI, but they still retain sizable treasuries. Bitdeer’s complete exit from BTC holdings sets it apart from peers like MARA, which holds more than 53,000 BTC, and Riot, with around 18,000 BTC. The strategy highlights a shift from the typical balance‑sheet accumulation model toward cash‑intensive growth avenues.
Institutional investors withdrew from Bitcoin exchange‑traded funds in Q4 2024, according to Bloomberg analysis of SEC Form 13F filings. Asset managers and hedge funds collectively sold ETF shares equivalent to about 25,000 BTC, worth hundreds of millions of dollars. The exodus marks the first large‑scale repositioning since spot Bitcoin ETFs received regulatory approval earlier in the year. Form 13F requires managers with over $100 million in qualifying assets to disclose equity positions within 45 days after each quarter. Bitcoin ETFs became reportable after their listing, allowing analysts to track institutional exposure. The Q4 data showed a consistent sell‑off across multiple firms, confirming a broad market shift. The divestments likely stem from year‑end portfolio rebalancing, profit taking after Bitcoin’s strong 2024 run, and risk‑management concerns. Despite the sizable outflow, Bitcoin prices stayed resilient, supported by retail demand, international interest, and ongoing blockchain developments. Regulatory milestones—SEC approval of multiple spot Bitcoin ETFs in early 2024 and subsequent custodial and marketing rules—opened the door for institutional participation. The current sell‑off may be temporary, but future 13F filings will reveal whether institutions maintain a foothold in crypto‑linked products.
The dormant wallet 0xa145Bd8C9E moved over 349 billion SHIB to Bitget in a few hours. The biggest single outflow was 203.53 billion tokens, worth about $1.2 million, followed by 71.27 billion ($421 k) and two ~37 billion transfers. Together the moves removed nearly 30 % of the address’s on‑chain SHIB balance. Despite the outflow the wallet still holds 371.04 billion SHIB (~$2.19 million). SHIB is the second‑largest asset in an $8.44 million portfolio, behind 1.31 trillion PEPE (~$5.13 million). The mix shows the holder is a meme‑token whale rather than a SHIB‑only investor. The tokens were originally gathered via multiple Binance deposits and later sat idle. Moving them to an active exchange suggests preparation for trading, collateral or partial liquidation. Such dormant‑to‑exchange inflows have historically preceded market impact, especially on the receiving platform.
Bitcoin stayed below $64,500, pressured by ongoing military and political uncertainty. Solana and Ripple slipped further, testing key support levels as retail demand diminished. Read the full story titled “Bitcoin Faces Mounting Pressure as Geopolitical Tensions Rattle Crypto Markets,” originally published on COINTURK NEWS.
Ethereum trades near $1,828, hovering around a five‑year demand zone that previously saw accumulation during the 2022‑23 bear market and the April 2025 dip. Analysts view this range as a magnet for long‑term investors despite muted short‑term momentum. The asset’s market cap sits near $220 billion, with derivatives activity remaining high. ETH slipped below $1,900 and the 100‑hour moving average, placing immediate support at roughly $1,820. Resistance clusters between $1,900 and $1,920; a decisive break below could target $1,780 or $1,720. Futures volume surged past $51 billion in a day, underscoring volatility. Large holders intensified pressure, with one whale liquidating 7,200 ETH (≈$13.4 M) at a loss and another off‑loading nearly 24 K ETH (≈$45 M) before opening leveraged longs. A separate wallet moved 12,000 ETH to an exchange, potentially locking losses over $29 M. Co‑founder Vitalik Buterin sold more than 8,800 ETH this month for ecosystem funding, not necessarily reflecting confidence erosion. Institutional actors are buying; BitMine Immersion Technologies added 51,162 ETH to its treasury and is expanding staking yields. This contrast between insider selling and corporate accumulation highlights a market torn between short‑term fear and long‑term conviction. Buyers must hold the $1,800 zone to sustain the emerging multi‑year accumulation phase.
Crypto markets are volatile, and XRP frequently rewards patient analysis. Traders are eyeing short‑term charts for key support near $1.31. Analyst Maxi highlighted a descending triangle on the 4‑hour chart, suggesting a brief dip before a breakout. A descending triangle forms when lower highs converge on a flat support line, here $1.31. This shape indicates consolidation as selling pressure eases and buyers absorb supply. Historically, XRP has surged from similar formations when broader market conditions align. If XRP sustains above $1.31 and exits the triangle, a medium‑term target of around $70 is projected. The forecast blends past retracement behavior with XRP’s role in cross‑border payments. Ongoing institutional adoption of Ripple’s liquidity tools adds momentum to a potential breakout. $1.31 offers a strategic entry and risk‑management level for traders. Combining technical patterns with fundamental trends improves trade odds. This analysis is informational only and not financial advice; readers should conduct their own research.
