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US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $225.2 million in net inflows on Tuesday
BlackRock's IBIT saw $322.4 million in inflows, offsetting outflows from FBTC and GBTC
Ether ETFs experienced $10.8 million in outflows, while XRP and SOL funds saw inflows
Market sentiment remains cautious with the Crypto Fear & Greed Index at 10.
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US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced mixed trading flows on Tuesday, with net inflows totaling $225.2 million. This positive trend was primarily driven by BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT), which recorded $322.4 million in inflows. These gains helped offset outflows from other funds, including $89.3 million from Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) and $28.2 million from Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ETF (GBTC).
The recent inflows have brought the weekly total to $683.3 million, following a positive trend from the previous week's $787.3 million. This marks the first week of positive flows after a five-week period of outflows that amounted to nearly $4 billion. Despite these inflows, the broader crypto market sentiment remained cautious, with the Crypto Fear & Greed Index indicating "extreme fear" and falling to 10 on Wednesday, even as Bitcoin (BTC) saw a 5.4% rebound over the past seven days.
In contrast to Bitcoin ETFs, Ether (ETH) ETFs experienced negative trading, with outflows totaling $10.8 million, reflecting broader market uncertainty. Funds tracking XRP and Solana (SOL) remained in positive territory, recording inflows of $7.5 million and $1 million, respectively. The mixed performance in crypto funds occurred amidst geopolitical risks, particularly concerning the Middle East conflict, which impacted investor sentiment.
Hedge fund manager Ray Dalio expressed criticism of Bitcoin on the All-In Podcast, citing concerns about its limited privacy, potential quantum computing risks, and relatively small market size compared to gold. He stated, "I think Bitcoin has received a lot of attention, but as a form of money, it’s small compared with gold. There is only one gold."
In response, Bitcoin advocates like Bitwise chief investment officer Matt Hougan viewed these criticisms as opportunities. Hougan commented in an X post, "Some hear criticism; I hear opportunity." He further explained that if these perceived issues were not present, Bitcoin's price could be significantly higher, suggesting that he invests in Bitcoin partly due to the expectation that these factors will evolve over time.
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Bitcoin price surged 5% to approach $72,000, reaching its highest level in nearly a month. BTC broke above key trend lines including the 200-week EMA and the previous 2021 all-time high of $69,000. Analysts suggest Bitcoin may be exiting a prolonged accumulation phase, with potential for further upside or a bearish reversal. Geopolitical tensions and oil market concerns are contributing to market volatility, but Bitcoin's strength could signal a return of risk-on sentiment.
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Ark Invest purchased approximately $4.1 million in Coinbase shares and $12 million in Robinhood shares. The purchases occurred as broader markets declined due to geopolitical tensions related to the US-Iran conflict. Coinbase shares fell 1.55% and Robinhood shares fell 3.44% during the trading session. Ark Invest has recently shown a pattern of buying and selling Coinbase shares, with significant purchases last month.
Korean stock markets (Kospi, Kosdaq) dropped over 10%, triggering circuit breakers due to Middle East conflict. Global stock markets experienced significant losses, with Japan's Nikkei down nearly 4% and Hong Kong's Hang Seng down 3%. Crude oil prices surged, with Brent up 14% and WTI up 12%, impacting oil-importing nations like South Korea. Crypto market capitalization saw a minor dip of 0.5% despite the broader geopolitical shock.
Former LAPD officer convicted of kidnapping and stealing $350K in Bitcoin. Conviction stems from a 2024 home invasion where victim was threatened with death. Case highlights the increasing trend of violent 'wrench attacks' targeting crypto holders. CertiK reported a 75% increase in wrench attacks globally in 2025.
BlackRock withdrew 4,376 BTC ($298 million) and deposited 567 BTC ($38 million) to Coinbase Prime in 12 hours. Net inflow of approximately $260 million (3,810 BTC) observed in BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF wallets. Transactions likely represent operational adjustments or ETF share creation, not outright selling. Bitcoin price shows stabilization around $68,000, with potential for a breakout towards $70,000.
Regulated futures listings on CFTC-designated contract markets are now a prerequisite for new altcoin ETF approvals. SEC's generic listing standards, approved in September 2025, expedite ETF approvals to approximately 75 days after a six-month futures history. XRP serves as a blueprint, demonstrating that ETF eligibility can be achieved through infrastructure maturation and regulated futures, even with ongoing regulatory complexities. Altcoin ETF eligibility windows are projected for Q4 2026, with Aptos, Tezos, Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar potentially seeing approvals based on recent futures launches.
Bitcoin spot ETFs saw $1.5 billion in inflows over the past five trading days, reversing a record $8.9 billion drawdown. BlackRock's IBIT led the recovery with $882 million in weekly inflows, followed by Fidelity's FBTC and Grayscale's GBTC. Monthly outflows from Bitcoin ETFs have decreased by 94% over four months, signaling a potential trend reversal. Despite recent inflows, the average realized price for ETF holders is $79,000, with Bitcoin trading below $70,000, indicating many institutional buyers are underwater.
Bitcoin ETFs saw $225.2M net inflows on March 3, led by BlackRock's IBIT with $322.4M. Ethereum ETFs experienced $10.8M net outflows, with Fidelity and Grayscale products seeing withdrawals. Solana ETFs had minimal activity with $0.7M net inflows, while XRP ETFs attracted $7.53M. Overall institutional demand for regulated crypto investment vehicles persists despite cautious sentiment.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $1.4 billion in inflows over 5 days. Bitfinex analysts suggest ETF inflows may not translate to immediate spot market buying. ETF creation/redemption mechanics can cause a lag between demand and actual BTC purchases. This lag may explain Bitcoin's price stagnation despite significant ETF inflows.
Altcoins vs Bitcoin ratio shows historical patterns preceding major altcoin rallies. Social sentiment for altcoins is at extremely low levels, often indicating accumulation phases. A large percentage of altcoins are trading near historical lows, suggesting potential for recovery. Market conditions suggest a potential altseason is forming, with capital rotation from Bitcoin into altcoins possible.
XRP's 30-day liquidity index on Binance has dropped to 0.097 from over 3. A sharp drop in liquidity signals thinner order books and increased price volatility. 470 million XRP deposited on Binance in the last 72 hours suggests a potential sell-off. XRP price could drop to $1.15 support if large holders sell.
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ProCap Financial added 450 BTC to its treasury, increasing total holdings to 5,457 BTC. The company also repurchased 782,408 shares, citing a shrinking discount to Net Asset Value (NAV). The buyback strategy is employed due to daily repurchase limits on Bitcoin acquisitions. Bitcoin price shows support around $65,000, with a potential for a significant bounce similar to patterns seen in 2018-2019.
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Kospi index experienced a 12% intraday crash, its worst day in years. Spiking oil prices to $84 Brent and geopolitical fears related to Iran are the primary drivers. The selloff impacted chipmakers like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, reversing AI-driven gains. South Korea's import-heavy economy is vulnerable to sustained energy cost increases and shipping disruptions.
Binance plans to secure five new crypto licenses in Asia during 2026. This expansion will bring Binance's total licensed jurisdictions globally to over 20. The move signifies Binance's continued shift towards a regulation-first strategy. Increased licensing is expected to attract institutional capital and enhance market credibility.
38% of altcoins are trading near all-time lows, a decline deeper than the FTX-era collapse. Cardano (ADA) is down 90.7%, Dogecoin (DOGE) -86.9%, Chainlink (LINK) -82.8%, and Solana (SOL) -70.0% from their ATHs. Bitcoin (BTC) is down 46.4% and Ethereum (ETH) is down 59.2% from their ATHs. Potential regulatory clarity from the CLARITY Act could reshape investor confidence.
Bitcoin price surpassed $71,000, marking a 6% increase in 24 hours. Bitcoin demonstrated resilience to Middle East conflict, outperforming gold. Major cryptocurrencies including ETH, XRP, and SOL followed BTC's upward trend. The CoinDesk 20 Index rose over 5%, indicating broad market strength.
River price shows a 31% surge, attempting to break key resistance at $20. Pippin price has crashed 38% and faces potential further 50% decline towards $0.12. Liquidity is rotating from large-cap assets to smaller tokens, with rapid rotation within the low-cap segment. River needs to hold above $20 to target $25, while Pippin's bearish technicals suggest further downside.
Bitcoin price surpassed $71,000, extending a weekly rally. Total crypto market capitalization approached $2.36 trillion. Ethereum, Solana, and BNB showed significant daily gains. Investor sentiment remains in 'extreme fear' despite price increases.
Governments including US, China, UK, and Ukraine are accumulating Bitcoin on their balance sheets. This strategic accumulation positions BTC as a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation. Bitcoin's inclusion in state portfolios validates it as a credible financial asset. Nations are diversifying reserves beyond gold and bonds with Bitcoin.
RippleX is integrating AI into the XRP Ledger development cycle for enhanced security. AI tools will be used for code review and automated invariant detection. The integration aims to prevent future vulnerabilities and improve ledger security. This follows a critical bug in the Batch amendment that risked ledger destabilization.
Donald Trump met with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong. Trump criticized big banks for blocking crypto market structure legislation. He urged lawmakers to pass the GENIUS Act and CLARITY Act ASAP.
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