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Whales are reaccumulating Bitcoin, with exchange inflows hitting highs not seen since 2022
Short-term holders are showing reduced selling pressure, indicating potential seller exhaustion
Thin sell-side liquidity suggests Bitcoin could rapidly move towards $76,000 with increased capital inflow
Bitcoin demonstrated resilience as a potential haven asset during geopolitical tensions, outperforming traditional markets.
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Despite escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East over the weekend, Bitcoin (BTC) has shown resilience, with signs of accumulation by whales and reduced selling pressure from short-term holders. The cryptocurrency briefly dipped towards $63,000 due to FUD from the Iran-US conflict but quickly recovered, outperforming many risk assets.
Data from CryptoQuant indicates that short-term Bitcoin holders (STHs), typically prone to panic selling, have exhibited unusual calmness. Loss-driven inflows to exchanges from STHs have progressively declined since a capitulation event in early February. This suggests a shift from panic to patience or exhaustion among recent buyers, historically preceding market stabilization and recovery.
Bitcoin whales have actively increased their holdings, with exchange inflows reaching levels not seen since 2022. Large holders have stepped in to accumulate BTC during market dips, absorbing sell-offs and signaling underlying strength. This accumulation amid geopolitical fear has offset retail noise, positioning Bitcoin as a haven asset that has weathered the current volatility better than traditional markets like stocks and fiat currencies.
Analysis of BTC derivatives data from CoinGlass reveals a significant imbalance favoring long positions over shorts, indicating widespread bullish sentiment among traders. Furthermore, substantial buy walls are present between $62,000 and $68,000, suggesting a high barrier to price declines. Conversely, thin sell-side liquidity on major exchanges like Binance, OKX, and Bybit implies that a modest capital injection could rapidly drive Bitcoin's price towards $76,000.
Historically, whale accumulation during periods of chaos has often preceded price pumps and market reversals. The current scenario, with tight supply due to reduced STH selling and active whale accumulation, suggests Bitcoin's resilience. The article concludes that while de-escalation of tensions could lead to further upside, prolonged conflict might challenge the established $60,000 support level.
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Aave Chan Initiative (ACI) will exit Aave DAO governance after a contested vote. ACI plans to wind down operations over four months, transferring responsibilities. The exit follows a dispute over a $42.5 million funding package and voting power concerns. Aave maintains a dominant DeFi position with $26.51 billion in total value locked.
XRPL adoption is growing with tokenized funds and stablecoins, but XRP price has not reflected this due to stablecoins handling most settlement. XRP demand for fees and reserves provides a baseline utility, but does not scale with transaction value. XRP's price upside hinges on becoming the primary liquidity bridge for market makers and institutions. Spot XRP ETFs have locked up over $1 billion, reducing XRP's free float and potentially tightening supply.
F2Pool founder Chun Wang withdrew $67.5M worth of ETH from Binance over two weeks. Wang deposited the ETH into the AAVE DeFi protocol, indicating active use rather than simple holding. ETH validator entry queue is 36,000 times larger than the exit queue, signaling strong net inflows and staking demand. Historical March data shows ETH has a tendency for rallies, though performance varies year-to-year.
Key Insights: The XRP price slid below $1.50 after more than 650 million tokens were moved to Binance in a single week. On-chain data shared by CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost showed a sharp spike in exchange inflows. Historically, rising inflows have often signaled mounting selling pressure. The move came during rising geopolitical tension involving the United […] The post XRP Price Slides Below $1.50 After Exchange Inflow Spike – What’s Next? appeared first on The Coin Republic.
Key Insights: US Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) reported net inflows of $458.19 million on March 2nd, 2026. Bitcoin went as high as $70,111 on Monday, closing the session at $68,821 as the conflict between Iran and Israel showed no signs of de-escalation. Meanwhile, US crypto spot ETFs collectively reported net inflows of $522 million. […] The post Bitcoin ETFs Scoop $458M While BTC Revisits $70K appeared first on The Coin Republic.
Shiba Inu (SHIB) price has fallen to 2023 levels with successive technical failures. XRP shows a modest attempt at stabilization with a short-term rising support line, but overall trend remains negative. Bitcoin (BTC) is consolidating below $70,000 after bouncing from $63,000, with increasing volume supporting the recovery. Market sentiment is weak due to institutional uncertainty and low retail liquidity.
Bitcoin functions as everyday money in parts of Africa, not just a store of value. Merchants in some African economies prefer satoshis over dollars due to rapid inflation. Sub-Saharan Africa saw over $205 billion in onchain value from July 2024 to June 2025, a 52% year-on-year increase. Retail transfers under $10,000 represent over 8% of total value sent in Sub-Saharan Africa, indicating strong retail adoption.
Strategy Inc. acquired an additional 3,015 BTC for $204 million, increasing its total holdings to 720,737 BTC. 470 million XRP were deposited on Binance in the past week, raising concerns of potential sell-offs. Dogecoin ETFs have recorded zero net inflows since February 3rd, indicating a lack of investor demand.
MARA Holdings clarifies its 10-K filing allows flexible Bitcoin sales, not a mandated sell-off strategy. Company VP Robert Samuels directly refuted claims of a shift toward a Bitcoin treasury sell-down. MARA holds 53,822 BTC valued at approximately $3.7 billion, making it a significant holder among public miners. The clarification aims to address market speculation regarding MARA's Bitcoin treasury management.
Vitalik Buterin calls for Ethereum to shift focus from tech 'shininess' to sanctuary against authoritarianism. Buterin expresses frustration over Ethereum's limited role in improving lives beyond finance. He suggests Ethereum should act as a defensive perimeter for 'sanctuary technologies'. Buterin pushes back against limiting Ethereum's scope solely to DeFi.
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X will suspend creators from its revenue-sharing program for 90 days if they post undisclosed AI-generated war videos. The policy aims to prevent manipulation and ensure access to authentic information during wartime. Violators face permanent removal from the monetization program for repeat offenses. This policy targets the financial incentives for creators to post misleading AI-generated content.
Indiana mandates crypto inclusion in state-managed retirement and savings plans. House Bill 1042 signed into law by Governor Mike Braun on March 3. State plans must offer at least one cryptocurrency as an investment option in self-directed brokerage accounts. Pension providers have until July 1, 2027, for full integration.
President Trump urges Congress to pass crypto market structure legislation (CLARITY Act) urgently. Dispute over stablecoin yield programs between banks and crypto firms stalls CLARITY Act negotiations. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon argues crypto firms offering stablecoin yield should operate as banks. The GENIUS Act, a stablecoin framework, has been enacted and is being implemented by regulators.
Ripple Payments expanded to over 60 markets with new stablecoin and fiat collection, custody, and liquidity tools. The platform now supports unified collections and advanced liquidity features, aiming to reduce vendor complexity for businesses. Over $100 billion in volume has been processed, with more than 75 licenses globally, targeting financial institutions and fintechs. XRP price action remains volatile, with analysts suggesting a potential fractal pattern indicating a move higher later in March.
Crypto industry PACs are spending millions on US party primaries for the 2026 midterm elections. The outcome of these primaries could influence future crypto legislation in Congress. Super PACs like Fairshake have significant funds and a track record of influencing elections to support pro-crypto candidates. Specific races, such as the Texas Senate primary, are seeing substantial political spending.
Donald Trump urges passage of the Clarity Act to prevent crypto industry moving overseas. Banking industry opposes stablecoin yield offerings, fearing deposit flight. Negotiations continue between banking and crypto sectors over market structure bill language. The Clarity Act aims to regulate stablecoins and market structure, with ongoing debate on yield provisions.
South Korean police arrested individuals paid in cryptocurrency for "private revenge" attacks. Payments ranged from $337-$675 or 500,000-1,000,000 KRW worth of crypto. Tactics included vandalism, threats, and spreading human waste. Authorities are investigating potential links to a larger Telegram-based organization.
CFTC Chair Michael Selig anticipates "true perpetual futures" for cryptocurrencies in the US within the next month. The CFTC is also preparing to issue guidance on prediction markets soon. Discussions on a market structure bill are ongoing, with a need for Congressional clarity for the SEC and CFTC. The CFTC aims to bring offshore liquidity back to the US by addressing these market structures.
Jamie Dimon states stablecoin issuers paying interest should be regulated as banks. Dimon argues for a level playing field between traditional banks and crypto firms offering similar services. The CLARITY Act discussions are ongoing in Washington regarding stablecoin oversight. Banks want stablecoin issuers to meet bank standards including capital, liquidity, and AML rules.
IPO Genie ($IPO) aims to democratize private market investing by tokenizing access with a $10 minimum entry. The platform utilizes AI to identify early-stage investment opportunities, similar to traditional VC firms. The $IPO token offers tiered access, revenue sharing, staking rewards, and voting rights to holders. The project has undergone security audits by CertiK and SolidProof and uses Fireblocks for asset protection.
Visa and Bridge are expanding stablecoin card program to over 100 countries by end of 2026. MetaMask and Phantom users can spend crypto directly from self-custody wallets via Bridge's API. Visa is testing direct on-chain settlement using stablecoins on the Solana blockchain. Expansion follows recent regulatory clarity in the US with the GENIUS Act.
BitGo expands MiCA-compliant crypto-as-a-service to 30 EEA countries. Service enables banks and fintechs to integrate licensed custody, payments, and trading via API. Offering includes multi-asset wallets, SEPA fiat rails, and $250 million in insured custodial wallets. Expansion follows MiCA implementation, aligning with broader European institutional adoption of digital assets.
Bitcoin shows resilience decoupling from traditional equities and gold despite US dollar strength. Robust institutional demand evident with $1.5 billion in Bitcoin ETF net inflows over 7 days. Concerns arise from potential miner liquidations and a shift in focus towards AI data centers. A definitive breakout above $75,000 is needed to confirm the end of the bear market.
OpenAI released GPT-5.3 Instant, updating ChatGPT's default model for improved accuracy and conversational flow. The new model reduces unnecessary refusals and disclaimers, aiming for more direct and helpful user interactions. Internal evaluations show hallucination rates dropped by nearly 30% with web use and 19.7% without. GPT-5.2 Instant will be retired on June 3, marking a transition period for users.
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