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Bitcoin price rebound comes under threat from UN Security Council alarm and Hormuz oil scare
Bitcoin is facing pressure from geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran and potential oil supply disruptions, which could impact its price action as U.S. markets reopen. The key focus will be on U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF flows, which are expected to provide a significant test for the recent rebound. Traders are watching key price levels, with a sustained energy shock potentially pushing BTC lower, while strong ETF inflows could support a continued rally.
Ethereum Down 36%, Is $3K Now a Fantasy?
Ethereum's price has declined 36% in 2026, driven by a slowdown in on-chain activity and reduced DEX volumes and fees. Despite this, institutional development on Ethereum infrastructure continues, with major firms deploying tokenization initiatives. While short-term metrics are weak, the network maintains a dominant position in total value locked and real-world asset capitalization.
Crypto investment cons now run like call centers and the DOJ $580M haul shows where the money pools
The DOJ has seized over $580 million in crypto from global scam networks in three months, highlighting an industrialization of fraud. These operations use call-center tactics, scripted grooming, and fake platforms, leading to significant losses for victims, especially the elderly. Enforcement is shifting to target infrastructure chokepoints rather than individual operators.
Musk Believes Anthropic Has SBF Vibes
Elon Musk has publicly endorsed a critique comparing AI firm Anthropic and its CEO Dario Amodei to the disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, citing "FTX energy" and shared ties to effective altruism. Musk's comments come amid an AI arms race where his company xAI is a direct competitor to Anthropic. This public comparison, especially given SBF's history of using stolen FTX funds to invest in Anthropic, adds a layer of controversy to the AI sector.
Bitcoin undervalued relative to gold signals potential rally: Analyst
Analyst Samson Mow suggests Bitcoin is undervalued relative to gold and global money supply, citing historical Z-score patterns that preceded major rallies. Despite some analysts predicting further price drops for BTC, Mow's analysis points to potential upside if historical correlations hold. This contrarian view highlights a potential trading opportunity based on asset valuation metrics.
Bitcoin Price Bottom Signal Flashes Again After 130% Rally
Bitcoin's risk index has hit a new record, flashing a familiar bottom signal that preceded past rallies. However, analysts note that current market conditions, including ETF outflows, inflation data, and deteriorating liquidity, differ from previous cycles. While the signal suggests potential exhaustion, the absence of a clear transition from high to low risk and sustained accumulation indicates a market searching for direction. Recovery from deep drawdowns historically takes time, and investors are weighing macro headwinds against on-chain indicators for signs of a durable floor.
Solana Snaps Back After Iran Strike Headlines as Charts Flag Bigger Reversal Test
Solana (SOL) experienced an 11% price surge, reaching the mid-$80s following geopolitical headlines. Technical analysis suggests stabilization near key support levels, with analysts monitoring for a potential broader trend reversal. The coming weekly closes will be crucial in determining if the rebound continues or if the asset remains in a corrective phase.
Bitcoin Cracks Key Cost Basis as US-Israel-Iran Tensions Spike
Bitcoin has fallen below its adjusted realized price, a key technical level, amidst escalating US-Israel-Iran geopolitical tensions which are driving risk-off sentiment. Traders are watching the $72,000 level as a crucial pivot; a reclaim could signal a renewed push higher, potentially targeting $82,000-$83,000. The current market structure is characterized by consolidation and volatility.
Binance Top Traders Come to Equilibrium on Shiba Inu (SHIB)
Top 20 traders on Binance are split almost 50/50 on Shiba Inu's (SHIB) direction ahead of March. This equilibrium in long and short positions indicates a lack of clear conviction among significant market participants. This comes after a turbulent February for many cryptocurrencies, with SHIB having a historically strong March in 2024.
XRP News: Ripple Unlocks Another 1 Billion Tokens from its XRP Escrow Account
Ripple has unlocked 1 billion XRP from its escrow account, a routine monthly release that has historically drawn market attention. Despite the large unlock and recent ETF inflows, XRP's price action has been muted, with analysts maintaining bullish long-term outlooks based on historical patterns and potential significant upside.
XRP Risks Losing 50% vs Bitcoin After Unfortunate February Closing
XRP experienced a significant downturn in February, losing over 16% against the USD and showing weakness against Bitcoin. Technical indicators, specifically the monthly Bollinger Bands, suggest XRP has fallen below a key trendline against BTC, indicating potential further downside. Traders should monitor for a confident close above the middle band for any bullish reversal signals.
Altcoin Season Index Climbs as Bitcoin Dominance Faces New Test
The Altcoin Season Index is showing signs of an upward trend, suggesting a potential shift away from Bitcoin's dominance. While not yet meeting the formal 'altcoin season' threshold, indicators like declining BTC dominance and stablecoin capital waiting to deploy point to a possible transition phase. Analysts note that altcoins often outperform during Bitcoin's corrective cycles, with recent data suggesting relative bottoms for altcoins against BTC.
Bitcoin’s 15% difficulty spike allows one on-chain metric to flip miners from sellers to hoarders in days
Bitcoin's mining difficulty has seen a significant 15% increase, tightening miner economics. This adjustment, occurring while BTC trades in the mid-$60,000s, puts pressure on less efficient miners to sell coins to cover operational costs. While this introduces short-term selling pressure, it also acts as a clearing event, potentially leading to a more efficient mining base and strengthening network security over time.
Bitcoin losing trillions in value hasn't stopped traditional giants' interest in digital assets sector
Institutional investors are increasingly viewing digital assets as a core allocation within alternative investments, despite recent market downturns. Family offices lead this interest, while traditional wealth managers face client demand. Regulatory clarity remains the primary hurdle for broader institutional adoption, though sentiment has shifted from skepticism to acceptance.
Strategy boosts monthly STRC preferred dividend to 11.5% for March 2026
MicroStrategy (STRC) is increasing the preferred dividend rate on its STRC preferred stock to 11.5% for March 2026. This move comes as the company pivots from issuing common stock to preferred stock for Bitcoin purchases amid market downturns and increasing BTC holdings. Despite a significant Q4 loss, MicroStrategy continues to accumulate Bitcoin.
Crypto News Wrap: Here’s What Happened in Crypto This Week
This week's crypto news highlights a significant Uniswap phishing scam that cost a trader six figures after clicking a fake ad. Meanwhile, Engie is exploring Bitcoin mining for surplus solar power in Brazil, and Numo launched a tap-to-pay Bitcoin app via Cashu. Binance CEO Richard Teng refuted claims of facilitating $1.7 billion in crypto transfers to Iran, though regulatory scrutiny persists.
You Can Earn Real Bitcoin for Playing This Mining Empire Game—Should You Bother?
Bitcoin Empire, a mobile game, allows players to earn small amounts of real Bitcoin by simulating a mining operation. Despite its premise, the game is criticized for its repetitive gameplay, excessive ads, and extremely low reward rate, yielding less than a penny per hour. The developer, Fumb Games, has released similar titles with better returns.
Digital Gold Boom: Tokenized Bullion Outpaces ETFs in Trading Volume
Tokenized gold has seen explosive growth, with its market cap exceeding $6B and trading volume surging 1,550% in 2025, surpassing traditional gold ETFs. Regulatory clarity in the EU and Singapore is hardening, pushing for strict 1:1 backing and audits, which is expected to drive consolidation. The sector is increasingly seen as a foundational RWA asset, offering a digital safe haven and 24/7 price discovery.
Strategy lifts STRC dividend to 11.5% as MSTR extends monthly losing streak to 8
Strategy (STRC) has increased its preferred series dividend by 25 basis points to 11.5%, aiming to maintain its $100 par value. This move comes as Strategy's common stock (MSTR) experienced its eighth consecutive monthly decline in February, mirroring Bitcoin's (BTC) downturn. The STRC preferred stock is positioned as a high-yield savings vehicle.
Shytoshi Kusama Updates X Profile Location Amid Ongoing 'UI Bug Fixes'
Shiba Inu's lead ambassador, Shytoshi Kusama, updated his X profile to "UI bug fixes," sparking community speculation about ongoing development or updates. This comes as the Shiba Inu ecosystem anticipates Shibarium upgrades and an incremental AI initiative rollout. SHIB price saw a modest 5% jump amidst broader market rebounds.
