Rising geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran have caused risk-averse behavior in financial markets, limiting appetite for risk assets. Bitcoin is nearing $68,000, while gold prices have surged as investors seek safe havens. Market strategists caution about a possible retest of 2024 lows in risk assets before a sustained recovery is achievable.
Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Face Third Consecutive Day of Significant Net Outflows
On February 19, spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a net outflow of $166 million, continuing a three-day streak of withdrawals. Spot Ethereum ETFs also faced net outflows totaling $130 million, with BlackRock’s ETHA fund accounting for $96.8 million of these outflows. This sustained selling pressure highlights a period of cautious investor sentiment in key cryptocurrency ETFs.
Hyperliquid CEO Advocates Against Mandatory KYC for Non-Custodial DeFi Developers, Emphasizes Fin...
Jake Chervinsky, CEO of Hyperliquid Policy Center, argues that front-end interfaces of decentralized exchanges should not be forced to implement KYC procedures. He emphasizes that financial privacy is a fundamental right and that U.S. law should not mandate non-custodial developers to surveil users without warrants. While acknowledging the need to tackle illegal activities on-chain, he cautions against imposing traditional regulatory frameworks that could exclude many people from accessing improved financial technologies.
New Wallet Moves $13.55 Million in ETH Out of Binance, Suggesting Holding Intentions
A newly created address recently withdrew 7,000 ETH, valued at $13.55 million, from Binance. Such withdrawals from exchanges often signal that the assets are planned to be held rather than traded immediately. This move was reported by Onchain Lens approximately one hour after the transaction occurred.
[IMPORTANT] Crypto Market Enters Bear Phase: Analyzing Buy, Sell, or Hold Strategies Amid Strong ...
The cryptocurrency market is currently in a confirmed bear market, marked by sustained declines and significant outflows totaling $3.74 billion over four weeks. Bitcoin and Ethereum led the sell-off, although smaller holders are accumulating while larger holders continue to sell. Expert analyses highlight the importance of disciplined strategies during this low-momentum phase, suggesting opportunities for long-term investors despite increased volatility.
Bitcoin is experiencing its worst performance in the first 50 days of the year on record. The cryptocurrency is also on track for consecutive monthly declines in January and February. This marks an unprecedented challenging start to the year for Bitcoin investors.
Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao Returns to U.S. Post-Pardon, Attends Prominent Crypto Summit at Ma...
Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, attended a major crypto summit in the U.S. for the first time since his 2024 pardon. The summit, backed by the Trump family and held at Mar-a-Lago, featured prominent figures from finance and crypto, including Goldman Sachs and Coinbase leaders. Zhao shared on social media that the event provided valuable insights, signaling renewed engagement with U.S. crypto circles.
[IMPORTANT] Crypto Options Expiry Worth $2.5 Billion Sparks Unease Over Bitcoin’s $40,000 Put Bet
Nearly $2.5 billion worth of Bitcoin and Ethereum options are set to expire soon, with a prevailing bullish tone but significant deep downside protection on Bitcoin at the $40,000 strike. The majority of open interest is call-heavy, indicating upside bets, but the sizable $40,000 Bitcoin put signals caution among traders wary of potential volatility. Analysts note this options activity reflects a complex market outlook that balances upside potential with risk management strategies.
[IMPORTANT] US Spot Bitcoin ETFs See Largest Cycle Withdrawal with 100,300 BTC Outflows Amid Mark...
US spot Bitcoin ETFs have experienced their largest balance reduction of the current cycle, losing approximately 100,300 BTC since October. Despite these outflows coinciding with Bitcoin's price decline from $126,000 to around $67,349, cumulative ETF inflows remain substantial at $53 billion. Experts suggest the outflows represent cyclical risk management rather than a fundamental reversal, as Bitcoin continues its integration into traditional capital markets.
[IMPORTANT] Bitcoin ETFs Attract $53 Billion Net Inflow Over Two Years, Signaling Strong Wall Str...
Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas revealed that Bitcoin ETFs have seen a cumulative net inflow of $53 billion over two years, far exceeding initial predictions. Despite a recent $8 billion outflow following Bitcoin's 45% price drop, the overall Wall Street sentiment toward Bitcoin ETFs remains positive. This influx highlights growing institutional interest and sustained confidence in Bitcoin products among professional investors.
Whale Accumulates 105,000 ETH Long Positions Despite Over $8.5M Floating Losses
An on-chain analyst reports that a whale has increased its long position in Ethereum by 5,000 ETH, raising the total holdings across two addresses to 105,000 ETH, valued at approximately $203 million. The positions were entered at average prices around $2,020, with liquidation thresholds near $1,280. The whale currently faces floating losses exceeding $8.522 million due to price movements below entry levels.
[IMPORTANT] Strategy CEO Advocates for U.S. to Rethink Basel Capital Rules to Lead Global Crypto ...
Strategy CEO Phong Le emphasized that the Basel Accords dictate global banking capital standards and risk-weighting, impacting banks’ involvement with digital assets like Bitcoin. The Basel Committee, including regulators from 28 jurisdictions, sets these rules, with the U.S. being only part of the group. To become the global leader in cryptocurrency, the U.S. must prudently reassess how it applies capital requirements and risk weights under the Basel framework.
[IMPORTANT] Trump Considers Limited Military Strike on Iran; Crypto Industry Faces Regulatory Scr...
According to sources, President Trump is contemplating a limited military strike on Iran to enforce its nuclear compliance, with the probability of an attack reaching 60% by the end of March. Meanwhile, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren urges regulators to prevent federal bailouts of crypto billionaires amid market volatility. In other developments, Ethereum releases a 2026 roadmap focusing on network scaling, Google improves AI model Gemini 3.1 Pro, and Nvidia scales down an OpenAI investment while reinforcing its hardware partnership.
Metaplanet CEO Addresses Criticism on Bitcoin Strategy and Transparency
Simon Gerovich, CEO of Metaplanet, has responded to critics concerning the company's bitcoin strategy and transparency practices. He defends the company's disclosure standards and its approach to options trading, as well as clarifies aspects of their hotel operations. This response aims to restore investor confidence by addressing concerns about transparency and operational models.
South Korea's Bithumb to List AZTEC/KRW Trading Pair
Bithumb, South Korea’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange, plans to list the AZTEC/KRW trading pair. This new listing will provide Korean investors direct access to AZTEC using the Korean won. The announcement could increase exposure and liquidity for AZTEC in the South Korean market.
[IMPORTANT] Trump Family Crypto Ties Complicate Passage of CLARITY Act Market Structure Bill
Ethical concerns around the Trump family's crypto dealings are hindering the progress of the CLARITY Act, a significant crypto market structure legislation. Caitlin Long highlighted that opposition, especially from Senator Elizabeth Warren, threatens the bipartisan support needed for the bill's passage. Despite setbacks, bipartisan efforts continue between Senators Cynthia Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand to push forward crypto regulatory reform.
South Korea's Upbit to Launch AZTEC Trading Pairs with KRW, BTC, and USDT
South Korea's largest crypto exchange, Upbit, has announced it will list AZTEC trading pairs against KRW, BTC, and USDT. AZTEC is a privacy-focused Layer 2 scaling solution built on Ethereum. This listing marks a significant step in the broader adoption of privacy technology in cryptocurrency markets.
Understanding Bitcoin's 'Shutdown Price': Myth or Miner Threshold in Turbulent Markets?
The article explores the concept of Bitcoin's 'shutdown price,' a price level below which miners are believed to halt operations. It analyzes whether this shutdown price represents the true bottom line for miners or simply acts as a market filter within volatile conditions. The piece aims to clarify common misunderstandings around this term within Bitcoin mining and market dynamics.
Uniswap Labs Launches Beta of Developer Platform for API Integration
Uniswap Labs has officially launched the beta version of its Developer Platform, allowing developers to integrate Uniswap's swapping and liquidity functions using API keys. The platform supports swift integration for applications, enabling functionality within minutes. Additionally, a new Skill feature facilitates proxy-based workflows with one-click API access via command line tools.
Bitcoin Spot ETFs Experience $166 Million Net Outflow Over Three Consecutive Days
Bitcoin spot ETFs saw a combined net outflow of $166 million on February 19, marking the third straight day of withdrawals. BlackRock's IBIT ETF led the outflows with $164 million removed in a single day, despite its historical cumulative inflow exceeding $61 billion. Currently, Bitcoin spot ETFs hold a total net asset value of $84.37 billion, representing 6.28% of Bitcoin's market capitalization.
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