Ethereum Holds Above $2,300 As Open Interest Expansion Reinforces Uptrend Sta...

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 Related Reading: Ethereum Whales Step In: $33M ETH Withdrawn From Exchanges In Hours While spot price action reflects improving sentiment, derivatives data points to deeper structural changes taking place beneath the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....

Vitalik Says New Ethereum Rule Could Cut Confirmations To 12 Seconds

Vitalik Buterin says a new “fast confirmation rule” for Ethereum could give users a hard guarantee that a block will not be reverted after a single slot, or roughly 12 seconds, a change that would sharply reduce one of the network’s biggest practical frictions for exchanges, bridges and Layer-2 systems. The proposal, described publicly by […]

Analyst Says Ignore The Noise, Dogecoin Is Still In The Game, And This Is Why

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....

Why March 31 Is An Important Date For XRP Holders In Japan

March 31, 2026, has become a key date for XRP holders, as SBI ARUHI, Japan’s largest mortgage lender under the SBI Group, introduces a new shareholder perk. According to reports, shareholders will be eligible to receive rewards, with XRP as the form of payment. The company has provided details on the amount of XRP awarded, […]

Crypto Donations Branded ‘Dangerous’? UK Security Panel Urges Immediate Ban

UK National Security Panel has deemed donations made with crypto assets as an “unnecessary and unacceptably high risk” and it is asking the government for an immediate ban. Related Reading: Crypto Betting Giant Polymarket Faces Backlash After Users Harass A Reporter Too High Of A Crypto-Risk The Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy has […]

Ripple CLO Explains What The New SEC Guidance Means For XRP

Ripple’s chief legal officer Stuart Alderoty says the SEC’s latest crypto guidance does more than clarify policy. In his reading, it effectively cements what Ripple has argued for years: XRP is not a security, but a digital commodity. The comment came after the US Securities and Exchange Commission said it had issued “an interpretation that […]

Bitcoin Has Entered A Rare Zone Against Gold, Fidelity Says

Bitcoin’s five-year compound annual growth rate has slipped below gold’s for the second time in its history, according to Fidelity Digital Assets, marking an unusual moment for an asset long defined by its outsized long-term returns. For markets, the signal is not just about relative performance against gold, but about what a slower growth profile may say about Bitcoin’s current market cycle. In a new Chart Chatter segment posted on X, Fidelity Digital Assets research analyst Zack Wainwright said Bitcoin’s five-year CAGR has been trending lower over time as the asset’s price has risen.....

Crypto Payments Are Going Mainstream: Can Tourists Turn Into Daily Users In S...

Centralized exchange Crypto.com has partnered with KG Inicis, South Korea’s largest payment gateway and value added network (VAN) provider, to offer crypto payment options to foreign visitors in Korea. Related Reading: Crypto-Linked Crime Jumps In Basque Country — But What Does It Mean For Traders? A New Korean Alliance Crypto.com announced today that this partnership with KG Inicis aims to “scale the digital asset payments ecosystem by enabling digital asset payments for foreign travelers”. This will be achieved by the creation of Crypto.com Pay, an app that will allow said travelers to....

Bitget Research Analyst Breaks Down What’s Happening With The Bitcoin Price

This week has been quite bullish for the Bitcoin price as it has seen a momentous break above $70,000. Although this is bullish, there are still some reservations as to the performance of the digital asset and what it could mean for its future. To this end, Bitget research analyst Lacie Zhang shares views on […]

Top Meme Coins That Could Still Surge Despite Dogecoin, Shiba Inu Dominance

With the prices of Dogecoin and Shiba Inu crashing down, the rest of the meme coin market has followed, and coins in this category have suffered greatly for it. However, there continues to be hope of a renewed meme coin season where these cryptocurrencies will surge again. A number of meme coins continue to show promise, but three coins are looking prepped for when the bulls reclaim control. USELESS Coin Still A Good Meme Coin Buy? USELESS is one of the coins that dominated 2025, with an impressive rally that saw it reach over $400 million market cap at its peak. Since then, though, the....

PayPal Expands PYUSD Access To 68 New Countries Amid Stablecoin Push

PayPal has expanded access to its stablecoin PayPal USD (PYUSD) to 70 markets, allowing users worldwide to send, hold, and receive the token while enabling faster, lower-cost global transactions. Related Reading: Crypto Funds Extend Three-Week Run With $1B Inflows Despite Geopolitical Stress PayPal Expands PYUSD Across 70 Markets On Tuesday, payments giant PayPal announced that […]

Bitcoin STH Profit-Taking Ramps Up As Price Breaks $74,000

On-chain data shows the Bitcoin short-term holders have responded to the latest price rally by participating in profit realization. Bitcoin Short-Term Holders Have Shown A Realized Profit Spike In a new post on X, on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has talked about the latest trend in the Realized Profit for the Bitcoin short-term holders. The Realized Profit here refers to an indicator that measures, as its name suggests, the total amount of profit being harvested by BTC investors through their transactions. The metric works by going through the transfer history of each coin being moved on....

This Week Could Be The Most Volatile For Bitcoin In 2026, Top Expert Warns

Bitcoin (BTC) is currently hovering above the recently breached $74,000 resistance, positioning to reclaim price levels not seen since the fourth quarter of last year. However, this week’s activity is set to be turbulent, with market expert Virtual Bacon predicting it could be the “most volatile week in Bitcoin all year.” Bear Market Prevails In a report shared on social media platform X, Virtual Bacon noted that, although the current Bitcoin price uptrend is optimistic, significant challenges remain.  The critical 200-day simple moving average (SMA) sits at $93,000,....

Mastercard Snags BVNK After Failed $2 Billion Coinbase Deal

Mastercard has announced an acquisition of stablecoins infrastructure firm BVNK, which was previously in talks with Coinbase over a $2 billion deal. Mastercard Will Be Acquiring BVNK For Up To $1.8 Billion As announced in a press release, Mastercard has reached a definitive agreement to acquire BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, including $300 million […]

Dogecoin (DOGE) Retraces Gains — Bulls Guard Key Support Zone

Dogecoin corrected some gains and traded below $0.1010 against the US Dollar. DOGE is now holding the $0.0980 support and might aim for a fresh increase. DOGE price started a fresh downside correction below $0.1020. The price is trading above the $0.0980 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $0.0968 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The price could aim for a fresh increase if it remains stable above $0.0950. Dogecoin Price Trims Gains Dogecoin price started a downside correction after it....

XRP Adoption Milestone: Holders Cross 7.7M For First Time In History

On-chain data shows the total number of non-empty XRP addresses has set a new all-time high alongside a 5-week high in network activity. XRP Total Amount Of Holders Is Sitting At A Fresh Record As pointed out by on-chain analytics firm Santiment in a new post on X, XRP has set a new record in […]

Crypto Rails Go Mainstream — Inside Mastercard’s Bold $1.8 Billion BVNK Acqui...

Mastercard is set to acquire stablecoin infrastructure firm BVNK in a deal worth up to around $1.8 billion, pushing deeper into crypto rails and 24/7 payments. Related Reading: Crypto-Linked Crime Jumps In Basque Country — But What Does It Mean For Traders? A Multi-Billion Crypto Purchase TradFi continues to demonstrate that they don’t want out of the crypto rails, and stablecoins appear to be the safest pathway they have found to adapt to the times. Bloomberg reported this Tuesday afternoon that the purchase of the London‑based fintech startup also includes $300 million in contingent....

XRP Price Bullish Momentum Expands — Market Eyes Next Surge

XRP price started a strong increase above $1.520. The price is now consolidating gains and might aim for more gains if it stays above the $1.50 zone. XRP price started a fresh increase above the $1.50 zone. The price is now trading above $1.50 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a declining channel with resistance at $1.5250 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could continue to move up if it settles above $1.5550. XRP Price Corrects Gains XRP price started a major upward move above $1.40 and $1.50, beating Bitcoin and....

Citigroup Lowers 12-Month Bitcoin Price Forecast To $112,000, ETH To $3,175—H...

Despite a recent resurgence in prices, Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), the two largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization, are not expected to achieve new all-time highs this year, according to analysts at Citigroup.  The company significantly revised its forecasts for both cryptocurrencies on Tuesday, reflecting concerns about the slow pace of legislative progress in the United States, which limits the potential for regulatory catalysts that could drive increased demand from institutional investors and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Bitcoin And Ethereum Price Targets Revised....

Ripple Unveils New Offerings For Banks and Fintechs In Brazil, Eyes Key License

Ripple has announced plans to expand operations in Brazil, South America’s largest economy, aiming to improve its digital asset services in the country and obtain a key license from Brazilian regulatory authorities.  The company revealed that it is now the only provider in the region capable of addressing a comprehensive range of financial needs, including […]

Ethereum Price Upside Heats Up — $2,500 Barrier in Focus

Ethereum price started a major increase above the $2,350 zone. ETH is now showing positive signs and might aim for more gains above $2,380. Ethereum started a steady upward move above the $2,320 zone. The price is trading above $2,320 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a contracting triangle forming with resistance at $2,340 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could continue to move up if it clears the $2,380 zone. Ethereum Price Aims Fresh Gains Ethereum price extended its upward move after it cleared the $2,250 zone, like Bitcoin. ETH price was....

XRP Flashes Rare Bottom Signals As Analyst Eyes Breakout Toward $14–$18

XRP may be flashing the kind of multi-factor bottom setup that has only appeared a handful of times before, according to analyst Will Taylor (@CryptoinsightUK), who argued in a video published Tuesday that the token is showing rare high-timeframe signals associated with prior cycle lows. Taylor’s thesis is not built on a single chart. Instead, he pointed to a cluster of technical and positioning indicators across XRP/USD, XRP/BTC, XRP dominance, XRP versus gold, and broader altcoin market structure, arguing that “there’s going to be a move in altcoins” and that XRP could be among the main....

Bitcoin Is Showing A Major Deviation From 2022, Analyst Says This Is A Differ...

A crypto analyst has revealed that Bitcoin (BTC) could be entering a cycle that looks very different from the one that led to the sharp 2022 downturn. The analyst’s chart review suggests that the current bull market is developing on a stronger foundation, reinforcing the possibility that future corrections may deviate from past cycle patterns. […]

Bitcoin Price Rangebound After Surge — Breakout Momentum Building?

Bitcoin price started a strong increase and traded above the $75,500 zone. BTC is now consolidating and might aim for more gains if it clears $76,000. Bitcoin started a decent upward move above the $75,000 zone. The price is trading above $73,500 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $72,000 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might continue to rise if it clears the $75,000 and $76,000 levels. Bitcoin Price Starts Consolidation Bitcoin price remained supported and extended its increase above the....

Crypto E-Commerce Platform Bitrefill’s Funds Drained In North Korean Cyberattack

Bitrefill, a Sweden-based crypto e-commerce platform, revealed on Tuesday that it fell victim to a cyberattack on March 1, 2026, carried out by suspected North Korean hackers linked to the notorious Lazarus group.  The company released a post-mortem report detailing the breach, which resulted in drained funds and the exposure of a subset of user […]

Cardano Chop Nearing End? Here’s The Key Resistance To Watch

A cryptocurrency analyst has explained how the upper boundary of a Parallel Channel could set up a bullish breakout for Cardano (ADA). Cardano Could Face Key Resistance At $0.304 In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez has shared a technical analysis (TA) pattern forming in the 4-hour Cardano price chart. The pattern in question is a Parallel Channel, which forms whenever an asset observes consolidation between two parallel trendlines. Related Reading: Dogecoin Surges 6% As Whales Scoop Up 470 Million DOGE The upper level of the channel tends to be a source of resistance for the price,....

Ethereum Remains The Top Network For Tokenized Assets As Adoption Grows

While its price action has been trending sideways over the past few weeks, Ethereum has been seeing robust network performance and adoption. Recent updates are showing that the ETH network is now at the forefront of tokenized assets as the sector experiences substantial growth. Tokenized Asset Boom On The Ethereum Network Tokenized assets are becoming […]

Nailing The Bitcoin Bottom: This Signal Has Correctly Predicted The Last 3 Cy...

A single on-chain indicator has quietly called every major Bitcoin cycle bottom for the past decade, and it is now approaching that important level once again.  The setup comes from a monthly Bitcoin chart paired with the NUPL indicator, which tracks whether the average holder is sitting on unrealized profit or loss. In each of the last three major bear market lows, the indicator fell into the same area and touched a rising trendline. Nailing The Bitcoin Bottom Bitcoin’s latest break above $70,000 and into the mid-$70,000s has seen a bullish mood slowly returning. The fear and greed index....

A Quick Fix: Ripple Patches Major Issue That Could Threaten XRP Users On The ...

The XRP Ledger has received a quiet but important update, as developers moved quickly to resolve a vulnerability that had the potential to affect server infrastructure on the network. A recent announcement revealed that Ripple released Rippled Version 3.1.2, which is a new update for the XRP Ledger server software. The release of Rippled version […]

XRP’s Triple Bottom Formation Signals Possible End Of Downtrend

XRP is showing signs of a potential trend reversal as a multi-cycle triple bottom formation begins to take shape on the macro chart. This rare structure suggests that selling pressure may be nearing exhaustion, with price stabilizing around key support levels. As the pattern approaches completion, attention is shifting to whether this setup could mark the end of the downtrend and the start of a new bullish phase. XRP Forms Rare Multi-Cycle Triple Bottom Structure Charting the macro structure, EGRAG CRYPTO highlighted that the XRP chart is forming a pattern that many market participants may....

Saylor Says Bitcoin Could Win Big If AI Destroys Traditional Moats

Michael Saylor says Bitcoin could emerge as one of the biggest winners if artificial intelligence compresses corporate “terminal value” and forces markets to stop paying up for long-dated growth. His argument came in response to Chamath Palihapitiya’s latest thought experiment, which framed AI not simply as a productivity engine, but as a force that could […]

80% Down: Shiba Inu Whale Finally Exits After 2-Year Hold

The wallet sat quiet for almost two years. No trades, no movement — just billions of Shiba Inu tokens parked on-chain while the market did what it wanted. Then, on March 15, it all moved at once.   A Long Wait That Ended In The Red Blockchain data from Arkham Intelligence shows that a wallet identified as “0xbOe8” sent roughly 14.5 billion SHIB to crypto exchange OKX last Sunday. The tokens first moved to an intermediary wallet before landing in OKX’s hot wallet. When the dust settled, the investor recovered just $84,640 — a fraction of the $506,830 originally spent.....

Large Bitcoin Shorts Cluster Between Current Price And $76,300 – Here’s What ...

A sudden rebound has shifted the market into a bullish state once again, and Bitcoin is slowly trending upward. As Bitcoin’s price momentum begins to recover, pushing it back into the $70,000 threshold, derivatives data indicate that the flagship asset is nearing a crucial point in the market structure.  Bitcoin Encounters Dense Short Liquidity Wall […]

The 8-Year Ethereum Convergence That Says An Altcoin Season Stronger Than 202...

A crypto analyst has identified an eight-year convergence pattern on the Ethereum (ETH)-Bitcoin (BTC) trading pair chart, suggesting it could signal the long-awaited onset of an altcoin season. Although rumors of an altcoin season have circulated in the crypto space since before 2025, such a phase has yet to materialize, underscoring the persistent volatility in alternative cryptocurrencies throughout this bull market. Despite this prolonged delay, the analyst argues that the new convergence structure could become a catalyst that fuels an altcoin season even more powerful than the one....

Pundit Reveals The One Thing That XRP Holders Are Missing

Crypto pundit Nick has explained that XRP holders are too focused on price rather than on the massive adoption the altcoin is seeing. He noted that these adoptions are stacking and would, at some point, serve as catalysts to send the altcoin to new highs.  Pundit Says XRP Holders Are Missing The Adoption Wave In […]

Bitcoin Dominance Play: Strategy Adds Another Billion To Its Stack

Strategy has once again strengthened its aggressive digital asset vault, adding another billion-dollar allocation of Bitcoin to its growing treasury. The move reinforces the company’s long-standing belief that BTC represents the most reliable store of value in the digital era, positioning Strategy even further ahead as the largest corporate holder of the cryptocurrency. What Strategy’s Latest Purchase Means For The Capital Market According to analyst Adam Livingston’s post on X, Bitcoin advocate and Executive Chairman Michael Saylor of Strategy (MSTR) has released its latest Form....

Most Crypto Assets Confirmed As Non-Securities By SEC And CFTC In New Guidance

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on Tuesday issued joint guidance that clarifies how federal securities laws apply to many crypto assets, a move aimed at ending years of regulatory uncertainty.  The agencies said the interpretation makes clear that the bulk of digital tokens are not securities, […]

Ethereum Whales Step In: $33M ETH Withdrawn From Exchanges In Hours

Ethereum has reclaimed the $2,300 level as renewed buying activity begins to emerge across the market following months of persistent downward pressure. The recovery marks an important shift in short-term sentiment, with traders increasingly pointing to strengthening momentum as buyers attempt to regain control after a prolonged corrective phase. Related Reading: XRP Supply Tightens On Binance As Scarcity Index Signals Limited Liquidity The recent move higher suggests that the market may be entering a transitional period, where accumulation replaces the aggressive selling that characterized....

Crypto Power Move: Bitmine Ramps Up Ethereum Buys To 4.6M ETH

Bitmine Immersion Technologies has been buying Ether steadily and has pushed its holdings to roughly 4.5 million tokens, a position that makes the firm one of the largest corporate holders on record. Related Reading: Bitcoin Bet Deepens As Metaplanet Raises $255 Million For Future Purchases According to reports, the latest disclosed move included an over-the-counter […]

Bitcoin Just Flashed The Most Powerful Fractal In The Market, Here’s What To ...

Crypto analyst Merlijn revealed that Bitcoin has flashed the most powerful fractal in the markets right now. This comes amid BTC’s rally to a one-month high of $75,000 despite the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran.  Bitcoin Flashes Most Powerful Fractal In Markets Right Now In an X post, Merlijn stated that Bitcoin has formed the most powerful fractal in the market right now. He noted that gold had formed this structure in 1974, when it completed three waves, followed by a Fibonacci extension and a parabolic move. Now, BTC is forming an identical structure, with the third step....

Bitcoin Buyers Return After February Selloff – Is the Downtrend Losing Momentum?

Bitcoin is trading firmly above the $70,000 level and has recently tested the $76,000 region, signaling renewed momentum as activity across the cryptocurrency market intensifies. The move higher suggests that buyers are gradually regaining control after a period of volatility, with traders closely watching whether the current rally can sustain itself as macroeconomic uncertainty continues […]

Ex-Ripple Exec Shares What Burning XRP Means, But Does It Influence Price?

A former Ripple executive has weighed in on an ongoing debate over XRP token burns, shedding light on their actual impact on an asset’s value. In a heated discussion on X, the executive challenged the XRP community’s long-held belief that burning tokens directly influences their immediate price action or automatically triggers a sharp price rally.  […]

Ex-UK Prime Minister Blasts Bitcoin, Here’s What He Said

Bitcoin has again come under sharp criticism after former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson questioned its legitimacy. His remarks, shared in a March 13, 2026, post on X, reignited debate over whether the world’s largest cryptocurrency is fundamentally sound or structurally flawed. Bitcoin Under Fire: What Boris Johnson’s Statement Suggests In his post, Johnson reiterated long-standing doubts about Bitcoin, noting that reports of investor losses had strengthened his skepticism. His comments highlight concerns over the cryptocurrency’s structure and the potential risks for participants.....

BNB Chain Momentum Grows As Total RWA Value Hits $3B

BNB Chain is consolidating as a prominent platform for real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, offering low transaction fees and swift settlement to its substantial retail user base in one of crypto’s fastest-growing sectors. Related Reading: The End Of Ethereum’s Downtrend? Key Indicator Flashes First Bullish Signal Since September BNB Chain’s RWA Ecosystem Thrives Real-world assets have emerged as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the industry, providing investors with direct access to stocks, funds, and commodities through blockchain technology. According to RWA.xyz data, the....

Bitcoin Buying Picks Up Again, But $79,962 Remains The Key Resistance: On-Cha...

Bitcoin is showing early signs of renewed demand after a February stretch marked by heavy selling across both retail and institutional venues, even as the broader macro backdrop remains unsupportive for risk assets. On-chain and ETF flow data now point to a market that is stabilizing, though not yet fully out of danger. That shift is notable because it is unfolding against a difficult backdrop. As CryptoQuant contributor Darkfost put it, “Despite escalating tensions in Iran, Bitcoin continues to show a degree of resilience, particularly compared to equities and commodities, which are....

XRP Liquidity Builds on Binance – What The 2.78B Reserve Spike Means

XRP has reclaimed the $1.50 level after several months of volatile and largely subdued price action, signaling renewed bullish activity in the market. The move marks one of the strongest short-term recoveries for the asset in recent weeks, as buyers return and traders begin reassessing XRP’s market structure after an extended consolidation phase. Related Reading: XRP Supply Tightens On Binance As Scarcity Index Signals Limited Liquidity While price momentum has improved, new on-chain data suggests that important shifts are also occurring in the supply dynamics on major exchanges. Recent....

Crypto Betting Giant Polymarket Faces Backlash After Users Harass A Reporter

Polymarket, the largest crypto prediction market in the world, is under fire after bettors allegedly sent death threats to Times of Israel military reporter Emanuel Fabian. Related Reading: https://bitcoinist.com/crypto-bets-on-argentina-inflation-polymarket/ A Bombing Report Turned Into A Bombing Of Threats A routine war report from Emanuel Fabian for The Times of Israel on Monday triggered a bombarding […]

Cardano Founder Praises ShieldUSD Milestone On Midnight

Charles Hoskinson is again spotlighting privacy-preserving stablecoins as one of Cardano’s most consequential bets, this time tying his praise directly to fresh progress on Midnight. In a post on X on March 16, the Cardano founder called the effort “one of the most exciting initiatives” and said it was “a bellwether for the growing utility […]

XRP Moves Into ‘Scarce Zone’ As Exchange Supply Dries Up

The Scarcity Index flipped to +0.48, a reading that lines up with a clear drop in XRP held on exchanges and signals that less XRP is sitting in tradable wallets than the recent average. CryptoQuant data shows the move was most visible on Binance, where on-platform balances have moved lower over the past weeks. Related Reading: Another Bitcoin Buy Coming? Saylor Sparks Speculation With ‘Orange Dots’ Post Exchange Balances Have Fallen Reports indicate a portion of XRP once held on exchanges has been shifted into private wallets. Large transfers off Binance and other venues reduced the amount....

Why Bitcoin Price Could Stage A Stronger Rally Than Previous Bull Markets

Bitcoin is playing out a price movement that has convinced many traders that October 2025 was the cycle peak. However, an interesting technical analysis shows that the market structure still does not look complete. Analyst CryptoAmsterdam made the case that Bitcoin is moving through a temporary correction inside a much larger phase. If that reading is correct, then Bitcoin could still stage a stronger rally than previous bull markets. Bitcoin May Still Be Inside An Unfinished Macro Bull Cycle Every major Bitcoin bull run has followed a recognizable five-stage sequence: a bull phase, a bear....