Crypto

Ethereum (ETH) Price Plunges 50% as Capital Exits Despite Network Usage Soaring to All-Time Highs

Bitcoin (BTC) Tumbles Under $70K as Middle East Oil Tanker Strikes Spark Crude Rally

Stablecoin yields will bring fresh money to US banks: White House's Witt

White House crypto chief Witt states that global demand for the US dollar is massive and that stablecoin yields will attract additional interest to the currency. The statement suggests stablecoins could drive fresh capital flows to US banks through yield-generating mechanisms.

BoE open to scrapping stablecoin limit idea after backlash

The Bank of England is considering abandoning its proposed stablecoin holding limits following significant industry backlash. Industry groups argue these restrictions would make the UK appear hostile to cryptocurrency and harm innovation in the sector.

MediaTek patches bug enabling crypto seed theft in just 45 seconds

Ledger's security team discovered a critical vulnerability in MediaTek's secure boot chain that allows attackers to steal cryptocurrency seed phrases from Android devices in just 45 seconds. MediaTek has since patched the security flaw that could have compromised sensitive crypto wallet information on affected Android devices.

Trump’s crypto advisor says stablecoins will drive global deposits into US banking system

Patrick Witt, Trump's White House crypto advisor, stated that GENIUS-compliant stablecoins will drive deposit inflows into the US banking system. This suggests a positive regulatory framework for stablecoins under the Trump administration could benefit US financial institutions.

Crypto Thieves Pivot To Phishing As Protocol Hacks Decline In February

Crypto theft patterns shifted in February as phishing attacks targeting individuals surpassed protocol exploits, with total losses dropping to $50 million compared to January's $385 million. The Step Finance hack alone accounted for $30 million of February's losses, while Bybit prevented over $300 million in unauthorized withdrawals in Q4 2023.

Bear Cycle Warning: Bitcoin’s Rising Supply-in-Loss Is Mimicking The 2022 Pre-Capitulation Phase

Bitcoin is consolidating around $70,000 amid sideways market action, with the article warning that rising supply-in-loss metrics are resembling patterns seen before the 2022 market capitulation. The market continues to experience constrained liquidity while buyers and sellers struggle to establish clear directional trends.

Coinbase CPO Rejects Claims of Opposing Bitcoin Tax Relief as Jack Dorsey Demands Clarity from Brian Armstrong

Jack Dorsey publicly called on Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong to clarify the company's position on Bitcoin tax relief, amid reports that Coinbase supports de minimis tax treatment only for stablecoins rather than Bitcoin. Coinbase's CPO has rejected claims that the exchange opposes Bitcoin tax relief, creating a public dispute over the company's regulatory stance.

Ghana Positions Itself as Africa’s Hub with First Crypto Regulatory Sandbox

Ghana launched Africa's first crypto regulatory sandbox, admitting 11 firms to test exchanges and tokenization under its VASP Act. With over 3 million Ghanaians using crypto and transaction volumes rising 80%, the sandbox aims to balance regulatory compliance with innovation as companies like Blockchain.com expand into the market.

SEC and CFTC sign agreement to coordinate crypto and market oversight

The SEC and CFTC have signed a coordination agreement to streamline cryptocurrency regulation and oversight in the US. The agreement aims to clarify regulatory responsibilities and reduce duplicative rules across financial markets.

SEC, CFTC end years of rivalry with deal that will mean combined crypto oversight

The SEC and CFTC have signed a memorandum of understanding to coordinate their overlapping regulatory activities, with combined cryptocurrency oversight being a primary objective. This deal ends years of jurisdictional rivalry between the two agencies and aims to create more unified crypto regulation.

SEC and CFTC commit to work together on crypto policy and introduction of new products

The SEC and CFTC have announced their commitment to collaborate on cryptocurrency policy and the introduction of new digital asset products. This cooperation aims to foster innovation in the crypto space while establishing appropriate regulatory frameworks.

Iran warns oil could hit $200 per barrel. Here’s what that could mean for Bitcoin’s price

Iran has warned that oil prices could surge to $200 per barrel due to escalating Middle East conflicts. The article explores potential implications of such oil price spikes on Bitcoin's market performance.

Institutional Crypto ETF Inflows Surge Led by Bitcoin and Ethereum

Institutional crypto ETF inflows surged 149% to $242 million between March 10-11, driven primarily by Bitcoin and Ethereum. Bitcoin ETFs accumulated 3,610 BTC, absorbing nearly eight days of mining supply, while Ethereum reversed previous outflows with $12.6 million in inflows.

Tom Lee: Bitcoin Passed Key Stress Test Amid Oil Volatility

Tom Lee believes Bitcoin successfully passed a crucial stress test by rallying during an oil price surge caused by Middle East tensions. This performance demonstrates Bitcoin's resilience during geopolitical volatility and commodity market disruptions.

SEC and CFTC Announce Historic Memorandum of Understanding Between Agencies

The SEC and CFTC have signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding to enhance coordination between the agencies. The MOU aims to support lawful innovation while maintaining market integrity and protecting investors and customers.

Crypto’s Next Expansion Will Be Licensed, Not Borderless

The cryptocurrency industry is shifting from seeking blanket legalization to operating under regulated, permissioned frameworks. This new phase of growth will favor firms that can successfully operate under proper regulatory supervision rather than those seeking borderless operations.

Jay Clayton’s Crypto War

Jay Clayton, former Trump-appointed SEC chair and predecessor to Gary Gensler, continues aggressive prosecution efforts targeting cryptocurrency privacy developers. This ongoing regulatory enforcement represents a sustained campaign against privacy-focused crypto projects and their developers.

Ripple Labs launches $750M share buyback, valuing firm at $50B

Ripple Labs has announced a $750 million share buyback program, establishing the company's valuation at $50 billion. The buyback comes as Ripple continues to expand its digital asset infrastructure business operations.

Android Phone Crypto Wallets Could Be at Risk Due to MediaTek Exploit: Ledger

A security vulnerability in MediaTek-powered Android phones could allow attackers to extract encrypted data, including cryptocurrency wallet seed phrases, through a USB connection. This security flaw poses significant risks to crypto users who store wallet data on affected devices.

Bitcoin is Now a Global Financial Player as Institutions Take the Helm: Bitwise

Bitcoin is transitioning from an experimental digital asset to a major global financial instrument, according to Bitwise. This represents a structural threshold crossing as institutional players increasingly adopt and legitimize Bitcoin within traditional finance.

Solana Spot ETFs Achieve Major Benchmark Following Months Of Their Debut

Solana Spot ETFs have reached a significant milestone months after their launch, demonstrating strong institutional and retail demand despite broader cryptocurrency market bearish conditions. The achievement reflects underlying strength in Solana's market position beyond price performance.

Mastercard onboards 85+ crypto firms in bid to lock In Stablecoin payments rail​

Mastercard is onboarding over 85 cryptocurrency firms, fintechs, and banks into a new partner program aimed at facilitating stablecoin payments through its existing payment infrastructure. This strategic move positions Mastercard to capture a larger share of the growing digital payments market by integrating crypto transactions into traditional payment rails.

Justin Sun Deal Complicates SEC's Crypto Stance, Legal Experts Say

The Trump administration's SEC appears to have acknowledged that a token connected to Justin Sun was offered as a security, creating potential complications for the regulator's evolving cryptocurrency stance. Legal experts suggest this admission could create inconsistencies in the SEC's approach to crypto regulation going forward.