Bitcoin and several major altcoins are attempting a relief rally, signaling that the bulls are trying to form a higher low.

Certain assets, like equity in a qualifying start-up company and physical property used for non-investment, were exempt from the 36% tax.

Bitcoin’s growing correlation with tech stocks challenges its digital gold narrative, as Ether treasuries, BlackRock and Polymarket make bold moves.

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has appointed Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov to its Innovation Advisory Committee, a panel launched and sponsored by Chairman Michael S. Selig to guide financial technology policy. The committee brings together senior leaders from traditional finance, market infrastructure firms, and the digital asset sector to advise the CFTC on […]

Bitcoin's price is potentially entering a deeper correction, mirroring patterns from 2017 and 2021, according to a technical analysis. Analyst Chiefy's chart compares the peaks of 2017, 2021, and the recent all-time high, highlighting potential similarities. Past cycles saw Bitcoin experience significant retracements exceeding 70% before finding long-term bottoms. The current correction structure resembles these earlier downturns, suggesting a possible capitulation phase. Based on these historical percentages, a similar drop could bring Bitcoin down to the $30,000 to $35,000 range. The analyst indicates this drop could potentially occur within the next 10 days if the pattern continues. Weakness in Bitcoin ETF demand is further contributing to bearish sentiment in the market. On-chain data indicates increased selling pressure from large Bitcoin holders transferring to exchanges, particularly Binance. This rising inflow from whales into exchanges adds to the existing downward pressure on the market. Bitcoin is currently trading at around $66,015, reflecting a 1.7% decrease in the past 24 hours amid these bearish indicators.

After the bankers shared a document at the White House demanding a total ban on stablecoin yield, the crypto side answers that it needs some stablecoin rewards.

Bitcoin rallies above $69,000 as retail traders apply pressure to short positions and aim to generate a lasting bullish trend change.

Privacy, a trait once deemed undesirable for cryptocurrency, is now regarded as necessary by analysts for the advancement of bitcoin as a reserve asset. Analysts, including Chamath Palihapitiya, Changpeng Zhao, Ray Dalio, and now Barry Silbert, have argued that without privacy, bitcoin lacks a fundamental property for its growth. The Times They Are a-Changin’: Privacy […]

Bitcoin and Ether rebounded modestly as ETF outflows mounted, while BlackRock entered DeFi and Binance completed its $1 billion Bitcoin reserve shift.

Bitcoin rebounded sharply on Friday, climbing back to $69,000 after U.S. inflation data came in cooler than expected at 2.4%. The move marked a 5% rally in under 24 hours, adding about $70 billion to its market cap and lifting the broader crypto market to $2.42 trillion. Market Resilience and Recovery Bitcoin staged a notable […]

Trump Media & Technology Group, associated with Donald Trump, is venturing further into the cryptocurrency market. An affiliate, Truth Social Funds, filed with the SEC to launch new cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The filings propose ETFs focused on Cronos (CRO) and a combined Bitcoin/Ethereum ETF. The Cronos ETF will offer exposure to CRO and staking rewards, while the other will track Bitcoin and Ethereum with Ether staking yields. Crypto.com is planned to provide custody, liquidity, and staking services for the funds. Yorkville America Equities is the investment advisor, with a 0.95% annual management fee. This initiative builds on a previous partnership between Trump Media and Crypto.com from last year. As part of this, Trump Media was to acquire a significant amount of Cronos tokens. Trump Media's expansion aligns with Bitcoin's continued struggle to break $70,000 resistance. Trump Media's shares saw a modest increase on the trading day. This move signifies the growing involvement of Trump-related entities in the crypto space.

Cardano's founder, Charles Hoskinson, predicts a challenging 90-180 days for the crypto market due to exhausted retail investors and a failing narrative. He believes disappointment stems from unrealized promises despite positive developments like institutional interest and regulations. Hoskinson feels retail is frustrated and disengaged, wearied by the cycle of waiting for the next market catalyst. He warns that institutional involvement may shift the industry towards a "federated" model, favoring large corporate-controlled networks and centralized custody. Hoskinson advocates for making crypto more user-friendly through wallet abstraction and integration with mainstream platforms. He emphasizes moving away from excessive financialization, particularly the proliferation of token launches. Hoskinson sees agentic AI as the next demand driver, with crypto serving as the economic platform for automated transactions. He dismisses immediate quantum computing fears, highlighting the cost-benefit trade-offs of post-quantum cryptography. Hoskinson views the transition to post-quantum cryptography as an opportunity, especially for Bitcoin, potentially requiring a hard fork. Cardano's on-chain governance provides a structured approach for such changes.

A new framework allows institutions to borrow against staked SOL while the assets remain in qualified custody, as US lawmakers debate DeFi oversight.

Aave Labs has proposed redirecting 100% of product revenue to the Aave DAO and moving its intellectual property to a new foundation, while requesting substantial funding in return, sparking fresh debate over control of the DeFi giant. Aave Governance Clash Escalates With New Proposal Aave Labs has unveiled a sweeping proposal that would fundamentally reshape […]

Bitcoin’s post-CPI rally above $69,000 may help complete the V-shaped recovery chart pattern and also confirm that $60,000 was the sell-off bottom.

Delaying the CLARITY market structure bill until 2027, after the US midterm elections, may significantly reduce its chances of passage, the Treasury Secretary said.

Bitcoin's market cycles are usually influenced by liquidity, investor actions, and the overall economy, with structural shifts being hard to pinpoint. A specific metric, the Bitcoin Realized Cap impulse, now provides a clearer signal for detecting fundamental changes. This metric helps investors move beyond speculation towards data-driven understanding as Bitcoin matures. The Realized Cap impulse turning negative indicates a fear-driven market phase where capital flow is the primary driver, not sentiment. This signifies that current capital inflows are insufficient to absorb the supply, even with institutional accumulation. A significant increase in accumulation is needed to reverse this trend and cause the metric to turn upward. Long-term holders and original Bitcoin users heavily influence market cycles, acting as key controllers of the supply. The Bitcoin Z-Score heatmap offers insight into Bitcoin's overall on-chain health, considering demand, liquidity, and valuation. Currently, this heatmap indicates a lack of recovery, with indicators consistently showing weak demand and liquidity. Consequently, Bitcoin's structural backdrop is unlikely to support new highs in the near future.

An Israeli duo has been indicted for allegedly using classified information to place bets on Polymarket. Security Risks Israel has indicted a civilian and an army reservist on charges of using classified military information to place bets on the prediction platform Polymarket. According to a report from the Jerusalem Post, the individuals used the classified […]

Bitcoin onchain analysis eyed a potential end to the BTC price downtrend as its MVRV ratio returned to levels not seen in three years.

Barclays, Benchmark, Clear Street, and JPMorgan all cut targets, citing weak retail trading and macro headwinds.

Bitcoin's recent price drop has triggered significant losses for short-term holders, causing market jitters and prompting increased selling. Realized net losses have surged to historically high levels, rivaling major past market crashes. This indicates widespread selling at a loss, reflecting the severity of the decline. Bitcoin's price has fallen sharply from its recent peak, experiencing significant volatility and trading near crucial support levels. On-chain indicators show losses are outpacing gains, signaling capitulation within the market. Market analysts anticipate continued pressure, with some suggesting selling could persist for an extended period. The "realized price" metric suggests a potential bottom zone, but history doesn't guarantee this time will replicate prior patterns. Short-term traders should prepare for significant price swings and volatility. Longer-term stability may arrive if institutional interest rebounds or major holders cease selling. The market is currently undergoing a process of position clearing and testing key support levels. This period is likely to be characterized by uncertainty and potential for further price decreases.

Bitcoin bulls enjoyed a relief rally to $69,000 on the back of soft US CPI inflation data amid hopes of BTC price action making a "higher low."

U.S. inflation cooled more than expected in January, offering tentative relief to households and fresh fuel for debate over when the Federal Reserve might ease policy. January CPI Comes in Light, Core Holds at 2.5% The January 2026 Consumer Price Index (CPI), released Feb. 13 by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, showed headline inflation […]

DeFi Education Fund says developers of non-custodial protocols should not be regulated as intermediaries under the U.K.’s proposed crypto regime.

Stańczak came aboard in 2025 after the exit of longtime chief Aya Miyaguchi amid criticism the foundation wasn’t doing enough to push the Ethereum ecosystem.