Crypto

Crypto market sheds $100 billion as bitcoin price drops 5% amid Fed caution

Bitcoin sinks below $71,000, stocks close at session lows, as 2026 Fed rate cut hopes fade further

Fed day puts inflation — and crypto liquidity — back under the microscope

Bitcoin dips to $72K on hot US PPI inflation hours before Fed FOMC meeting

XRP Begins Era as Commodity Under US Laws, Stuart Alderoty Reacts

XRP, SHIB, DOGE, ADA Classified As Non-Securities: Full List Disclosed; Binance’s CZ, Ripple CLO React

Crypto tried to cut out Visa and Mastercard — now they’re buying up blockchain companies

CLARITY Act Fuels Bitcoin Rally as U.S. Regulatory Framework Nears Reality

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

Ripple released Rippled Version 3.1.2 to patch a vulnerability that could have threatened XRP Ledger server infrastructure. The update was implemented quietly but represents an important security fix for the network.

Citi slashes Bitcoin target by $31,000 despite rising prices as Washington delays stall crypto breakout

Citigroup has significantly reduced its 12-month price targets for Bitcoin and Ethereum, cutting Bitcoin from $143,000 to $112,000 and Ethereum from $4,304 to $3,175. The March 17 revision reflects concerns about slower US policy implementation timelines that could delay crypto market breakouts despite current rising prices.

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

Bitcoin is experiencing a bullish rebound back toward the $70,000 level, but derivatives data shows a dense cluster of short positions between the current price and $76,300. This concentration of shorts creates a potential liquidity wall that could impact Bitcoin's upward momentum.

Senator Tim Scott says market structure negotiations are advancing

Senator Tim Scott indicates progress in market structure negotiations, specifically mentioning he may receive a draft of stablecoin yield language this week. The South Carolina Republican suggests ongoing negotiations across multiple regulatory issues.

New US Rules Clarify Crypto Staking and Mining

US agencies have issued guidance clarifying rules around cryptocurrency staking and mining operations. The guidance is positioned as an interim measure to provide market clarity while Congress works on comprehensive bipartisan cryptocurrency legislation.

Crypto Bill Stablecoin Yield Compromise Could Come This Week: Tim Scott

The White House is expected to announce progress as early as this week on resolving stablecoin yield issues that have been a key obstacle in crypto market structure legislation. Senator Tim Scott indicates a potential compromise could be reached on this contentious regulatory matter.

SEC and CFTC Issue Joint Crypto Interpretation, Ending Over a Decade of Regulatory Uncertainty

The SEC and CFTC have issued joint guidance establishing a comprehensive token taxonomy that categorizes digital assets into commodities, collectibles, tools, stablecoins, and securities. This regulatory framework aims to end over a decade of uncertainty by clarifying how crypto assets can transition between different regulatory classifications and providing guidance on activities like airdrops and protocol staking.

Bitcoin Dominance Play: Strategy Adds Another Billion To Its Stack

MicroStrategy (MSTR) purchased an additional $1.5 billion worth of Bitcoin, adding 22,337 BTC to reach a total holding of 761,068 BTC, maintaining its position as the largest corporate Bitcoin holder. The SEC has also approved new rules allowing hedge funds to use Bitcoin ETF holdings as collateral for margin trading, further integrating Bitcoin into traditional finance.

China hacker group leaks $7M crypto theft operation targeting wallet supply chains​

A Chinese hacker group disguised as a cybersecurity firm has stolen $7 million through supply-chain attacks targeting crypto wallets including Trust Wallet. The operation was exposed after an internal dispute led to a whistleblower leak revealing their methods and targets.

Bitcoin's rally faces key hurdle with Wednesday's Fed meeting

Bitcoin's current rally faces a critical test with Wednesday's Federal Reserve meeting. Bitfinex analysts warn that hot PPI inflation data combined with hawkish comments from Fed Chair Powell would create the most damaging scenario for risk assets including cryptocurrency.

The SEC Finally Defines Crypto

The SEC has established clearer regulatory guidelines defining which cryptocurrencies qualify as securities and which do not. This regulatory clarity provides much-needed guidance for the crypto industry after years of uncertainty.

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

Bitmine Immersion Technologies has accumulated approximately 4.5 million ETH tokens, making it one of the largest corporate Ethereum holders on record. The company has been steadily purchasing Ether through over-the-counter transactions as part of its ongoing accumulation strategy.

Bitcoin Price Dances Near $75,000 as Market Questions ‘Decoupling’ Narrative

Bitcoin price is trading near $75,000 following a winning streak that has brought the cryptocurrency close to a key psychological resistance level. The market is questioning the 'decoupling' narrative as Bitcoin approaches this significant price milestone.

SEC Clarifies the Application of Federal Securities Laws to Crypto Assets

The SEC has issued new interpretive guidance clarifying how federal securities laws apply to crypto assets and related transactions. This represents a significant regulatory development as the Commission continues efforts to provide clearer frameworks for the cryptocurrency industry.

Poloniex and the $1.3B bitcoin question

Justin Sun claims Poloniex's fee-free trading is funded by his 2012 Bitcoin holdings, but the exchange is reportedly missing $1.3 billion worth of Bitcoin. This raises serious questions about the exchange's financial stability and user fund security.

Top Tier Crypto Platforms Crush Broader Market in Trust

Top-tier cryptocurrency exchanges are significantly outperforming lower-ranked platforms in trust and compliance metrics, creating a substantial 20-point governance gap. This divergence highlights the increasing importance of regulatory compliance and trust-building measures in the cryptocurrency exchange landscape.

Moody’s recession odds hit ‘point of no return’ preparing Bitcoin to show its true market value in 2026

Moody's recession probability model has reached 48.6%, a historically unprecedented level that has always preceded a recession within 12 months. This sets up Bitcoin for its first major recession test as a mature institutional asset, potentially revealing its true market behavior during economic downturns by 2026.