In the last 30 days, Bitcoin whales have transferred roughly $8.24 billion to Binance, marking the strongest inflow level in the past 14 months. The growing amount of Bitcoin held on the exchange typically signals heightened sell pressure and increased market volatility. Major Bitcoin owners are moving sizable amounts and are increasingly selecting Binance as their preferred platform for these transfers.
Bitcoin is consolidating around $65,000 on the weekly chart, and analyst Doctor Profit warns the market remains trapped inside a broader bear structure. His recent report reviews past cycles and maps a path from euphoria to a potential trend reversal. The analysis underscores that despite recent stability, bearish dynamics still dominate. Doctor Profit outlines six recurring stages: Stage 1 featured euphoric buying near $115‑125 k, leaving the market over‑leveraged; Stage 2 saw a break below $100 k, triggering massive liquidations; Stage 3 delivered a rapid decline from $97 k to $47 k, a loss of over 50 % in a month. The market is now in Stage 4, marked by sideways movement, depleted liquidity, and a short‑term bounce expected between $57‑60 k. This phase exhausts retail traders and creates conditions for the next shift. Stage 5 is described as the “true capitulation” phase, where extreme fear and possible black‑swan events could push Bitcoin to a bottom of $35‑45 k. Stage 6 anticipates a gradual recovery with continued sideways trading, decreasing selling pressure, and accumulation by large players. Retail participants may misjudge the bottom, repeating the classic pattern of buying high and selling low, before the market transitions into its next bullish cycle.
World Liberty Financial confirmed that a recent breach involved only a co‑founder’s X (Twitter) account. The attack was a social‑engineering event, not a flaw in the blockchain or smart contracts. WLFI’s official statement emphasized that the core protocol and USD1 stablecoin reserves remained untouched. The USD1 reserves, backed by cash and short‑term securities, are fully intact and show no unauthorized minting or transfers. Smart contracts continue to operate as designed, proving the technical architecture’s resilience. This assurance preserves the 1:1 peg and user trust. Experts note a growing shift toward targeting human assets rather than code, making phishing a primary risk. WLFI’s swift public clarification limited misinformation and market panic. The incident underscores the need for strong operational security, such as 2FA and hardware keys for team accounts. Projects must separate communication channels from treasury controls to avoid similar fallout. The market’s calm response signals maturing risk awareness among DeFi participants. Users are advised to verify announcements through multiple official sources and remain vigilant against social‑media scams.
Standard Chartered forecasts that the stablecoin market could total $2 trillion by 2028, while noting a decline in demand for Treasury bills. Reserves of USDT and USDC are expected to play a pivotal role in sustaining that market growth. The bank has also lowered its price target for Bitcoin for the year 2026.
The Strategy CEO minimized concerns about quantum threats during Natalie Brunell’s Coin Stories podcast, noting that any genuine risk would trigger coordinated software upgrades across global digital platforms.
All three major US indices closed sharply lower, with the S&P 500 down 1.04%, the Nasdaq off 1.13%, and the Dow slipping 1.66%. The declines marked one of the strongest single‑day losses in weeks and erased gains from the prior five sessions. Elevated trading volume signaled broad institutional participation in the sell‑off. Technology led the fall, dropping about 1.8% as semiconductor stocks struggled with demand concerns. Financials also fell roughly 1.5% amid uncertainty over interest‑rate paths. Defensive sectors such as utilities posted modest gains, reflecting a shift toward safety. Mixed economic data – strong labor market but weakening manufacturing – created ambiguity for investors. Inflation remains above target, while the Federal Reserve signals a data‑dependent stance, prompting reassessment of future rate moves. Treasury yields fell alongside equities, suggesting a brief flight‑to‑quality. Technical analysis shows key support levels broken, raising the possibility of further downside. The VIX rose about 15%, indicating heightened expected volatility. Historically, single‑day drops of this size occur 12‑15 times a year, often preceding either short‑term rebounds or continued weakness.
Kalshi, a prediction‑market platform, is taking steps to discourage insider trading and curb market manipulation.
Former Chainlink deputy general counsel Taylor Lindman joins the SEC crypto task force as senior counsel. His experience with decentralized oracle networks gives the agency direct insight into blockchain infrastructure. The hire signals the SEC’s intent to deepen technical knowledge while keeping enforcement focus. The task force, created in 2021, has expanded from ICO fraud to DeFi, NFTs and stablecoins. Recent enforcement actions underscore the SEC’s view that many tokens meet the Howey Test. Lindman’s background helps the agency interpret novel applications under existing securities law. Blockchain advocates see the appointment as a step toward more informed regulation, while some purists fear tighter oversight. Traditional regulators welcome the move as evidence of adaptive policy. Former SEC officials note that technical expertise improves both enforcement and rulemaking. Lindman’s knowledge of oracle token classification and data‑provider liability could shape how the SEC treats such services. His perspective may lead to clearer standards for utility versus security tokens. The hire reflects a broader trend of integrating industry talent into crypto oversight.
Malaysia’s ringgit surged in Q1 2025 as exports expanded, widening the trade surplus. Key sectors—electrical & electronics, petroleum & LNG, and palm oil—generated strong foreign‑currency demand. The diversified export base shields the currency from sector‑specific shocks and fuels appreciation. Robust foreign direct and portfolio investments poured into Malaysia, converting abroad currency into ringgit and lifting its value. Bank Negara Malaysia’s relatively hawkish stance sustains interest‑rate differentials that attract yield‑seeking capital. Political stability and strategic location further enhance investor confidence. A stronger ringgit lowers import costs, easing inflationary pressure on machinery, inputs and consumer goods. However, higher prices for exported products could temper future export growth if appreciation accelerates. Authorities monitor these dynamics to balance growth, price stability and external competitiveness.
ICP ended the week lower and remains in oversold territory, making the $2.00 support level crucial. Meanwhile, Bitcoin’s ongoing downtrend is weighing on altcoins, suggesting that a breakout should be awaited.
The GBP/JPY pair has slid lower, forming a classic bearish flag on the daily chart. The pattern follows a sharp fall from a February high of 190.25 into a consolidation zone between 185.50 and 187.80. Traders view the flag as a pause before a possible continuation of the downtrend. A death‑cross has appeared as the 50‑day moving average dropped below the 200‑day line, while the RSI stays under 50, indicating sustained bearish momentum. Key resistance lies at 187.80; a break above would invalidate the flag. Support levels are 185.50 and 183.20 (61.8 % Fibonacci), with a measured move targeting around 180.50. Diverging policies—cautious BoE stance versus the BOJ’s gradual tightening—pressure sterling, reinforced by weak UK retail sales and solid Japanese inflation. Global risk‑off sentiment fuels yen safe‑haven flows, and institutional positioning shows growing short bias. Traders should size positions tightly, respect the 150‑pip ATR, and watch for policy or geopolitical shifts that could reverse the technical outlook.
The discussion expands on the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500, highlighting their current performance and relevance in market analysis. Investors are reacting to lingering tariff doubts, causing a decline in equity prices and prompting a cautious outlook for the Dow Jones and broader U.S. indices. Analysts suggest that Blue Owl may represent only the initial sign of deeper market vulnerabilities. A trio of risk elements is identified as a looming threat to market stability throughout the week. The stock market extends its downward trajectory as participants wrestle with ongoing tariff-related uncertainties. J.P. Morgan notes that emerging markets and value stocks could maintain their outperformance, offering further upside potential.
Curve co‑founder Egorov cautions that decentralized finance must move away from reliance on inflationary tokens. Total value locked contracted by 38%, and Ethereum’s price fell 60% during the same timeframe. Bitmain recorded a loss of $8.8 billion. The Relative Strength Index is at 30, with key support positioned around $1.747. The sector is increasingly adopting revenue‑focused models as an alternative to inflation‑driven incentives.
Brad Garlinghouse, the chief executive of Ripple, estimates an 80% chance that the CLARITY Act will be approved in April, even though it faces significant legislative challenges.
The US Dollar Index held between 104.20‑104.65 on March 18, 2025, showing little reaction to renewed Trump tariff proposals. Resilience stemmed from the Fed’s data‑dependent stance, steady Treasury yields and the dollar’s safe‑haven appeal. EUR/USD hovered around 1.084‑1.086, USD/JPY near 151.8 and the pound modestly firm at 1.2650. Gold jumped from $2,150 to $2,215 per ounce, a 3 % rise and the strongest single‑day gain in three weeks. The rally was driven by heightened geopolitical risk, reported central‑bank buying and algorithmic breaks above key resistance. Real‑yield dynamics weakened as TIPS yields rose yet gold kept climbing. Trump’s plan proposes a 25 % levy on EU autos and a 30 % duty on selected Chinese tech, echoing 2018‑19 disputes. Historically, such moves sparked a 5 % dollar surge and an 18 % gold gain, but markets now price reactions more modestly. Analysts warn prolonged tensions could boost emerging‑market volatility and shift reserves toward non‑correlated assets like gold. The Dollar Index finds support at 104.00 and faces resistance near 104.80; a break above could revive strength. Gold’s next resistance lies at $2,230 with support around $2,180. EUR/USD and USD/JPY watch 200‑day averages at 1.0880 and the 152.00 yen level for possible breakout or central‑bank intervention.
A source close to the project said the board is presently debating a stablecoin that would function as a digital payment method for Gazans.
Bitcoin continues to trade within its established range, the funding rate has moved into negative territory, and BTC open interest remains unchanged. The data may be pointing toward a short‑squeeze that could push Bitcoin back toward the $70,000 level.
World Liberty Financial (WLFI) reported a coordinated attack on its USD1 stablecoin on Monday. The token, with a market cap near $4.8 bn, briefly fell below its $1 peg before quickly recovering. The incident drew immediate attention because of the project's political connections. In a post on X, WLFI said hackers compromised co‑founder accounts, paid influencers to spread fear, and opened large short positions on the WLFI token. The company's engineering and security teams countered the attack, maintaining system integrity. The team described the event as a multi‑pronged effort to undermine confidence. Social media users linked the assault to a forthcoming insider‑trading investigation announced by on‑chain analyst ZachXBT for February 26. Some pointed to Eric Trump deleting and later reposting about WLFI as possible evidence. Prediction markets on Polymarket placed an 18 % chance that WLFI is the target, though no proof exists. No confirmed connection between the USD1 depeg and the upcoming probe has been established. WLFI’s native token WLIF trades around $0.112, down 66 % from its all‑time high of $0.33. The situation remains under observation.
Bitcoin fell to $63,957, slipping below the $64,000 support on March 25, 2025. Traders now watch $63,000 and $61,500 as possible support zones. Exchange volume rose about 18 % in 24 hours, indicating active repositioning. Futures open interest eased slightly and funding rates normalized, suggesting deleveraging ahead of the spot correction. Uncertainty over global monetary policy, especially mixed signals from the Federal Reserve, pressured risk‑on assets. Recent outflows from major spot Bitcoin ETFs reduced institutional inflows. These macro and flow dynamics combined to amplify the price decline. Transfers from long‑term wallets to exchanges modestly increased, hinting at potential sell pressure. Miner outflows stayed within historic ranges, while the network hash rate remains near all‑time highs. Key technical markers to watch are $63,000 (psychological), $61,500 (50‑day SMA), and $67,200 as resistance. A 4–5 % pullback aligns with past corrections during bullish cycles and may purge over‑leveraged positions. Spot Bitcoin ETFs and regulated products continue to anchor long‑term demand, offering a structural upside. Despite short‑term volatility, strong fundamentals keep the long‑term case for Bitcoin positive.
Crypto.com announced on Monday that it has obtained conditional authorization from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to establish a national trust bank. This approval represents another step for a cryptocurrency company to integrate more fully into the United States banking infrastructure.
Rate, a U.S.-based lender, now accepts cryptocurrency assets as reserve collateral for mortgages through its RateFi platform. The initiative receives support from the Federal Housing Finance Agency and Senator Lummis’s legislative proposal, helping to turn homeownership aspirations of younger generations into a tangible outcome. A recent test of Bitcoin as reserve collateral was conducted at a valuation of $64,000.
Saylor calls the quantum threat a market distraction. He says it is a psychological fear appearing without stronger narratives. MicroStrategy holds ~226k BTC, reinforcing his confidence. Past scares—Chinese mining dominance, hardware backdoors, 2021 ban—spiked anxiety but Bitcoin adapted. Mining shifted globally and transparency grew. These cycles show Bitcoin’s resilience. Today’s quantum computers have only hundreds of noisy qubits, far short of the millions required to break ECDSA. Experts see a break 10‑15 years away, giving upgrade time. Post‑quantum signature research and NIST standards are underway. Investors overreact to vivid headlines, driven by availability bias and narratives. Saylor sees them as short‑term volatility, not core risk. MicroStrategy treats quantum risk as manageable, emphasizing long‑term holding and secure custody.
2026 sees crypto lending pivot from speculation to institutional liquidity. Funds and treasuries demand regulated collateral, stablecoin or fiat access without selling assets. Platforms offering verifiable custody, clear LTV rules and hybrid CeFi/DeFi structures win. Borrowers now prioritize capital efficiency and downside protection over leverage. They seek stable rates, transparent risk metrics and early volatility alerts. Safe LTV ratios that prevent forced liquidation are the new norm. Clapp offers a revolving crypto‑backed line with interest only on drawn funds and 0% APR on unused credit. Real‑time LTV monitoring, margin alerts and multi‑asset collateral enable active risk control. Institutions access lines from 1% APR, flexible LTV and no prepayment penalties, matching the market’s risk focus.
The market continues to evolve, spanning topics from Bitcoin to artificial intelligence. IREN has launched a GW‑scale infrastructure specifically designed to meet the needs of hyperscale operators. Analysts warn against purchasing during the risky dip, noting that valuations remain excessively high. Crypto investment funds experienced a historic withdrawal of $288 million last week, according to a report. Bitcoin briefly fell below $65,000 as uncertainties surrounding tariffs pressured cryptocurrency prices.
