#bitcoin News & Analysis

Here's how bitcoin, Ethereum and other networks are preparing for the looming quantum threat

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BlackRock sends $181 million in Bitcoin, Ether to Coinbase amid crypto sell-off

BlackRock, Fidelity lead Bitcoin ETF sell-off as BTC drops

US spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced $171 million in outflows on Thursday, with BlackRock and Fidelity leading the sell-off as Bitcoin dropped below $70,000. The decline was attributed to Middle East geopolitical risks that made traders more cautious about risk assets.

Investors yank $171 million from bitcoin ETFs in largest single-day outflow in three weeks

Bitcoin ETFs experienced their largest single-day outflow in three weeks with $171 million withdrawn by investors. This significant outflow indicates cooling institutional demand for bitcoin exposure despite a strong start to the month.

What Rising US Bond Yields Mean for Bitcoin

Rising US bond yields driven by oil-induced inflation concerns are creating tighter financial conditions that are negatively impacting both equity markets and cryptocurrency prices. This macroeconomic pressure is steering investor behavior away from risk assets like Bitcoin.

$11.3 Billion Flows Into Bitcoin ETFs In One Month While Retail Sells At A Loss – Details

Bitcoin ETFs absorbed $11.3 billion in institutional capital over 30 days ending March 25, representing 62,986 BTC in net inflows while retail investors sold at a loss. Despite Bitcoin consolidating around $70,000 with sideways price action, massive institutional capital flows continue beneath the surface.

Bitcoin Now Less Volatile Than Tesla, Nvidia — Schwab Data

Morgan Stanley is approaching the launch of the first spot Bitcoin ETF from a major US bank after receiving an NYSE listing notice. The development highlights Bitcoin's evolution from its volatile early days, with data showing it's now less volatile than major stocks like Tesla and Nvidia.

Bitcoin gained 655% the last time this supply in profit metric dropped to 50%

Bitcoin's supply in profit metric dropped below 50% in February, a threshold historically associated with accumulation phases. The last time this metric hit 50%, Bitcoin subsequently gained 655%, suggesting potential for significant price appreciation.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Slip as Trump Says He's 'Not Desperate' to End Iran War

Bitcoin and Ethereum declined alongside traditional stocks as geopolitical uncertainty emerged from conflicting reports about Iran's willingness to end Middle East conflicts. Trump's comments about not being 'desperate' to end the Iran war added to market uncertainty.

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Surpasses 10 Bitcoin in Member Custody Pilot

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union has reached a milestone of holding over 10 bitcoin in custody for its members as part of a pilot program. This represents a significant step in traditional financial institutions offering cryptocurrency custody services to their customers.

Bitcoin floor ‘near $70K’ as TradFi returns: Will war, inflation break their belief?

Bitcoin is experiencing renewed institutional adoption with analysts suggesting a price floor near $70,000. However, global geopolitical instability and concerns about rising US inflation are creating resistance preventing significant breakouts above the $70K level.

Bitcoin Slides Below $69,000 as Iran Stalemate Fuels Global Selloff

Bitcoin fell below $69,000 amid a global market selloff triggered by geopolitical tensions related to Iran. Major altcoins including Ethereum, Solana, and XRP experienced significant declines of approximately 5%.

Goldman Sachs: Crypto and Bitcoin Might Have Bottomed

Goldman Sachs analysts believe Bitcoin and cryptocurrency prices may have reached their bottom after experiencing months of declining values. The investment bank's assessment suggests the crypto market downturn could be nearing an end.

Bitcoin slides under $69K as oil spikes on conflicting US Iran signals

Bitcoin dropped below $69,000 as oil prices surged above $100 amid conflicting US statements regarding Iran peace talks. The geopolitical uncertainty caused both cryptocurrency and equity markets to decline.

XRP spot ETFs defy crypto slump with $1.4B in inflows as Bitcoin, gold and silver funds see outflows, JPMorgan says

XRP spot ETFs have attracted $1.4B in inflows despite a broader crypto market slump, according to JPMorgan. This contrasts sharply with outflows from Bitcoin, gold, and silver ETFs as investors appear to be rotating capital into XRP products.

Bitcoin ETFs Rebound With $1.53 Billion in March Inflow After Heavy Four-Month Outflows

Bitcoin ETFs have recorded $1.53 billion in net inflows during March, breaking a four-month streak of consecutive monthly outflows. This represents a significant turnaround in investor sentiment toward Bitcoin exchange-traded funds after a prolonged period of capital flight.

The Bitcoin Price Bottom Is Close, But There Is Still A Crash Below $60,000 Left

Technical analysis suggests Bitcoin may have one final crash below $60,000 before reaching a major bottom, with key support levels at the 200-week ($59,268) and 300-week ($51,805) moving averages. Historical data shows these moving averages have marked major cycle bottoms in 2018, 2020, and 2022, indicating Bitcoin is approaching a potential accumulation zone despite not having reached the final bottom yet.

$1.1 Billion Worth of BTC Sold by Bitcoin Mining Behemoth

MARA Holdings liquidated 15,133 Bitcoin worth $1.1 billion to aggressively reduce leverage on its balance sheet. The massive sell-off by the major mining firm has generated significant backlash from the cryptocurrency community.

Bitcoin Down Payment Now Accepted by Fannie Mae

Fannie Mae now accepts Bitcoin as down payment for mortgage financing, marking a significant expansion of cryptocurrency use cases into traditional real estate lending. This development represents mainstream adoption of crypto in one of the largest financial sectors.

Fidelity’s New Bitcoin Study Challenges The Traditional 60/40 Portfolio

Fidelity Digital Assets published a research report arguing that institutional investors can no longer dismiss bitcoin's role in portfolios, suggesting that maintaining zero bitcoin allocation now requires active justification. The study challenges traditional 60/40 portfolio strategies by making a case for bitcoin inclusion in institutional investment frameworks.

MARA sells 15,133 Bitcoin for $1.1 billion and slips behind Twenty One Capital

MARA sold 15,133 Bitcoin for $1.1 billion to reduce debt, marking a strategic shift toward diversification. This large sale has caused MARA to fall behind Twenty One Capital in corporate Bitcoin holdings rankings.

How a seed phrase leak led to a $176M Bitcoin theft case

A $176 million Bitcoin theft case demonstrates how seed phrase leaks can lead to complete wallet drainage through surveillance techniques. The incident highlights critical security vulnerabilities in cryptocurrency storage practices despite crypto's reputation for security.

Is Bitcoin’s governance too slow to fend off quantum risks?

BOLT Technologies founder Yoon Auh highlights concerns about Bitcoin's governance structure being too slow to implement necessary upgrades to protect against emerging quantum computing threats. The main challenge identified is coordinating system-wide upgrades across blockchain networks before quantum computers become capable of breaking current cryptographic security.

FHE and the Quantum Threat: Why homomorphic encryption is built for the Post-Quantum era

The article discusses how Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) could protect cryptocurrency networks from quantum computing threats that could potentially cripple Bitcoin and other blockchain systems. It explores quantum-resistant encryption solutions as a critical preparation for the post-quantum era when current cryptographic methods may become vulnerable.