Author: Tristan Lodenberg

On March 18, Binance recorded a net inflow of approximately $2.2 billion in Tether, marking the largest single-day stablecoin deposit since November 2025, according to CryptoQuant. This inflow ended months of subdued liquidity on the exchange and coincided with a renewed surge in Bitcoin prices. Stablecoin Flow and Market Implications Data from Binance shows a clear spike in USDT deposits, while movements in BTC, ETH, and USDC remained relatively stable. Analysts suggest that the inflow reflects increased participation from whales and institutional investors, potentially providing liquidity to absorb selling pressure and stabilize the market. Timing and Market Confidence The inflow’s…

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins has outlined a potential “safe harbor” framework aimed at easing regulatory pressure on crypto companies while maintaining investor protections. Speaking in Washington, DC, he suggested the agency should move toward practical solutions that allow innovation to develop within defined regulatory boundaries. Startup and Fundraising Exemptions Under Consideration The proposal includes a “startup exemption” that would allow crypto firms to raise limited capital or operate for a set period without full regulatory compliance, giving them time to mature. A separate “fundraising exemption” would enable certain crypto-related investment contracts to raise funds within a…

Binance has confirmed that it will cease trading and delist Arena-Z (A2Z), Ampleforth Governance Token (FORTH), Hooked Protocol (HOOK), IDEX (IDEX), Loopring (LRC), Neutron (NTRN), Radiant Capital (RDNT), and Solar (SXP) on April 1, 2026. Spot trading, margin, futures, and other associated products for these tokens will be affected according to Binance’s delisting schedule. Reasons for Delisting Binance periodically reviews listed assets to ensure they meet standards for security, liquidity, development activity, team commitment, transparency, and regulatory compliance. Delistings can occur due to insufficient trading volume, network instability, changes in project ownership, or failure to meet ongoing due diligence requirements.…

Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds in the United States have recorded their longest inflow streak in five months, highlighting a return of institutional interest. Data shows $199.4 million in net inflows in a single day, extending the positive run to seven consecutive sessions. Over the past week, total inflows have reached approximately $1.17 billion, putting funds on track for a fourth straight week of gains. The inflows were led by BlackRock’s IBIT fund, which attracted $169 million, followed by contributions from Fidelity and other issuers. Analysts describe the trend as a sign of long-term allocation strategies rather than short-term trading activity,…

Crypto payments platform Bitrefill has attributed a March 1 cyberattack to the Lazarus Group, resulting in compromised infrastructure and exposed customer data. The breach led to unauthorized access to production keys, allowing attackers to drain funds from hot wallets and retrieve approximately 18,500 purchase records. These records included email addresses, crypto payment details and IP-related metadata, while around 1,000 entries contained encrypted usernames. The incident began with a compromised employee laptop, which exposed legacy credentials and enabled attackers to infiltrate internal systems. Once inside, the attackers exploited supply chains linked to gift card inventory and initiated suspicious transactions, prompting the…

A new survey by Independent Reserve shows a sharp increase in Australians using digital assets for everyday transactions in 2026. The share of users paying for goods and services with crypto doubled from 6% to 12% compared to the previous year. Among practical use cases, online shopping emerged as the most common, accounting for 21% of reported usage. Another 16% of respondents said they used crypto for services such as freelancing and video game purchases, signaling a shift beyond speculative investing. Banking Barriers Continue to Impact Users Despite rising adoption, access challenges remain significant. Around 30% of investors reported experiencing…

Large holders of the TRUMP token have significantly increased their positions ahead of an upcoming gala at Mar-a-Lago hosted by Donald Trump. Data shows 83 wallets now hold more than one million tokens each, marking the highest level of whale concentration in several months. Ownership of the token remains highly concentrated, with over 91% of supply controlled by the top 10 wallets and more than 97% held by the top 100, according to CoinCarp. Such concentration suggests that a small group of investors has significant influence over price movements. Price Gains Driven by Event-Linked Momentum Following the announcement of the…

Tim Scott signaled that a key breakthrough could emerge this week on a stalled crypto market structure bill. As chair of the Senate Banking Committee, he indicated that a proposal addressing major sticking points may soon be reviewed, potentially advancing long-delayed legislation. Stablecoin Yield Provision Remains Central Issue The primary obstacle has been disagreement over stablecoin yield payments. Banking groups argue that allowing third parties to offer yields creates a regulatory loophole that could draw deposits away from traditional banks. In contrast, crypto industry representatives maintain that such incentives are essential for platform competitiveness and user growth. Beyond the yield…

CryptoQuant indicates that Bitcoin traders have turned increasingly bullish in derivatives markets ahead of the Federal Reserve’s upcoming rate decision. Long positions in perpetual futures have grown, while funding rates have shifted from negative to positive, showing traders are willing to pay to maintain bullish exposure. Buy-side volume has also outpaced sell orders, reinforcing expectations of further short-term upside. Key Resistance Levels Could Limit Price Growth Despite the positive sentiment, Bitcoin may encounter strong resistance between $75,000 and $85,000. Analysts highlight $75,000 as an initial barrier tied to the lower band of the Traders’ On-chain Realized Price, a level that…

Tally is set to shut down after more than five years, marking the end of a widely used governance solution in the Ethereum ecosystem. CEO Dennison Bertram confirmed the decision, noting the platform will begin winding down operations by the end of the month while maintaining its interface temporarily during transitions. Widely Used Across Major DeFi Protocols Tally played a significant role in decentralized governance, supporting major projects such as Uniswap and Arbitrum. Over its lifetime, the platform facilitated more than $1 billion in payments and served over 1 million users, along with hundreds of organizations relying on its infrastructure.…