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Binance Liquidity Supply Revisits 2024 Levels As Tradable BTC Rises — Details

Bitcoin's price showed modest buying momentum in late February, despite a predominantly bearish trend. On-chain data reveals that Binance's Bitcoin reserves remain overwhelmingly illiquid, with only 12% (83,000 BTC) of its 670,000 BTC reserves being readily tradable. This illiquid dominance suggests long-term holding behavior, providing market stability. However, the liquid supply has recently increased to levels last seen in 2024, indicating traders may be preparing for volatility. This rise in liquid supply could lead to either sell pressure or price recovery, depending on market demand. Bitcoin was trading at $67,604 at the time of writing, up 2.97% in 24 hours.

bitcoinist12h ago

Binance Liquidity Supply Revisits 2024 Levels As Tradable BTC Rises — Details

bitcoinist12h ago

Dialogue with Tether USAT CEO: Experiencing the Accelerated US Crypto Policy Era, User Experience is the Biggest Disagreement in the Clarity Act

In a recent interview, Tether USAT CEO Bo Hines, a former White House crypto advisor, discussed U.S. crypto policy evolution and the role of stablecoins. He highlighted his work on the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve and key legislation like the Genius Act, which passed in July, and the pending Clarity Act, which he believes has an 80-90% chance of passage. The main disagreement revolves around user experience (UX) structure, not yield distribution. Hines emphasized Tether’s significant role in crypto: 530 million global users, $100 billion profit in 2025, and status as a major Bitcoin supporter and holder of U.S. Treasuries, gold, and Bitcoin. Tether USAT, compliant with the Genius Act, aims to bridge global users with U.S. capital markets, enhancing cross-border payments and settlement efficiency (T+0). It focuses on liquidity, not yield, and plans to expand into integrated wallet-based financial services. He also addressed privacy concerns and the seamless interoperability between USDT (global) and USAT (U.S.-regulated, issued via Anchory Digital Bank), despite separate reserves.

marsbit20h ago

Dialogue with Tether USAT CEO: Experiencing the Accelerated US Crypto Policy Era, User Experience is the Biggest Disagreement in the Clarity Act

marsbit20h ago

Ethereum price prediction: What’s next as ETH loses $1,900 support?

The article analyzes Ethereum's (ETH) sharp price decline, which broke below the key $1,900 support level due to geopolitical tensions between Iran and Israel that triggered a market-wide selloff. The next critical support is identified at $1,800; a break below this could lead to further declines toward $1,500, potentially damaging ETH's long-term bullish structure. However, the monthly chart shows ETH is testing a crucial ascending trendline—holding $1,800 could keep the macro bullish thesis intact and allow a rebound toward $2,100. On-chain data reveals a transaction surge similar to the 2017 cycle, which historically preceded a major bull market. Additionally, declining exchange reserves suggest accumulation and long-term conviction among some investors despite high volatility. In summary, ETH's price action at $1,800 is pivotal for its near-term direction.

ambcryptoYesterday 18:02

Ethereum price prediction: What’s next as ETH loses $1,900 support?

ambcryptoYesterday 18:02

The 2.4 Million Ethereum Anchor: How Binance’s Illiquid Supply Is Absorbing ETH’s February Volatility

Ethereum is experiencing volatility near the critical $2,000 level, acting as a psychological battleground rather than firm support. Analysis of Binance’s ETH reserves reveals 3.57 million ETH, with 2.40 million classified as illiquid (less likely to be sold) and 1.16 million as liquid (readily tradable). This illiquid majority suggests a structurally balanced market with reduced immediate sell pressure, as holders appear to be maintaining longer-term strategies rather than preparing for distribution. While this equilibrium may help absorb volatility and moderate downside risk, a shift toward higher liquid supply could increase potential selling pressure if market sentiment deteriorates.

bitcoinistYesterday 06:33

The 2.4 Million Ethereum Anchor: How Binance’s Illiquid Supply Is Absorbing ETH’s February Volatility

bitcoinistYesterday 06:33

The $10 Billion Vanishing Act: Binance Stablecoin Reserves Evaporate To 2024 Levels As Liquidity Flees Crypto

The crypto market remains under pressure as Bitcoin and altcoins continue to lose key support levels amid weakening momentum and fragile sentiment. A CryptoQuant report attributes this weakness to limited incoming liquidity, exacerbated by unsupportive macro conditions, including potential sustained high interest rates. Capital is rotating toward equities and commodities, further draining liquidity from crypto. Stablecoin reserves, a key indicator of ready-to-deploy capital, have seen significant outflows. On Binance, nearly $10 billion in stablecoin reserves has been withdrawn since mid-November, an 18.6% decline from $50.9B to $41.4B. This brings reserves back to late 2024 levels. As the largest exchange, Binance's outflows significantly impact overall market liquidity. The report concludes that without a sustained reversal in stablecoin inflows, a durable market recovery is unlikely.

bitcoinist02/25 10:02

The $10 Billion Vanishing Act: Binance Stablecoin Reserves Evaporate To 2024 Levels As Liquidity Flees Crypto

bitcoinist02/25 10:02

When 'Stability' Begins to Fluctuate: A Complete Review and Structural Analysis of the USD1 Depegging Incident

USD1, a stablecoin issued by World Liberty Financial (WLFI), experienced a brief depegging event on February 23, with its secondary market price dropping to around $0.98. WLFI attributed the incident to a "coordinated attack," claiming reserves and redemption mechanisms remained unaffected, and the price quickly recovered. The event raised questions about whether the depegging was a liquidity issue or a solvency crisis. Unlike TerraUSD's algorithmic collapse in 2022, USD1’s price dip appeared more related to temporary market liquidity stress rather than fundamental reserve failures. However, the incident highlighted that stablecoin stability relies not only on assets but also on market trust. USD1 operates under a centralized reserve model, where risks involve reserve transparency, asset liquidity, and market depth. In a low-liquidity, risk-averse market environment, even minor instability can trigger concerns about collateral devaluation, liquidations, and broader financial contraction. While the rapid price recovery suggests no systemic solvency issue, the event underscores how stablecoin depegging—even if temporary—can amplify market anxiety, reduce leverage, and increase funding costs. Trust, once questioned, takes time to restore, and credit repricing often precedes price changes in stressed markets.

marsbit02/25 04:11

When 'Stability' Begins to Fluctuate: A Complete Review and Structural Analysis of the USD1 Depegging Incident

marsbit02/25 04:11

Stablecoin reserves slip to 2024 levels: What it means for you

Stablecoin reserves have declined to levels last seen in 2024, falling 18.6% from $50.9 billion to $41.4 billion, with Binance experiencing a significant outflow of over $10 billion. This reduction in liquidity reflects decreased investor confidence and increased selling pressure, as market participants avoid entering the crypto. Key indicators, including capital flow and the Average RSI, remain in negative and oversold territories, signaling sustained market weakness. Without a recovery in liquidity and buying power, the crypto market is likely to face prolonged downside pressure in the near to medium term.

ambcrypto02/24 12:01

Stablecoin reserves slip to 2024 levels: What it means for you

ambcrypto02/24 12:01

Missouri enters in Bitcoin race after 2025 failure: What’s different this time?

Missouri lawmakers are revisiting the idea of incorporating Bitcoin into the state's financial reserves with House Bill 2080, learning from a previous proposal that failed in 2025. A key difference in the new bill is its funding approach, which relies on donations, grants, and gifts from the public instead of solely taxpayer money, addressing concerns about financial risk. The bill also includes a strict five-year holding rule for any acquired Bitcoin to prevent reactionary sales during short-term market volatility. This move places Missouri among a growing number of states, such as Texas and South Dakota, that are independently advancing crypto reserve strategies amid federal delays.

ambcrypto02/23 17:01

Missouri enters in Bitcoin race after 2025 failure: What’s different this time?

ambcrypto02/23 17:01

All about Ethereum’s derivatives reset as exchange reserves hit multi-year lows

Ethereum's derivatives market is undergoing aggressive deleveraging, with open interest collapsing by 66% to around $11 billion. This contraction, led by major exchanges like Binance and Bybit, was driven by cascading liquidations as ETH's price fell from over $4,000 to near $1,900. The liquidation heatmap revealed intense long squeezes around the $1,900 zone, with $189 million in positions liquidated in 24 hours. However, this flush of excess leverage has reduced systemic risk and may lead to more stable, defensive positioning. Simultaneously, exchange reserves dropped to a multi-year low of 16.1 million ETH, indicating strong accumulation by long-term holders and thinning sell-side supply. This combination of deleveraging and supply absorption is helping to stabilize prices in the $1,900–$2,000 range, though muted ETF demand continues to temper upside momentum.

ambcrypto02/20 06:31

All about Ethereum’s derivatives reset as exchange reserves hit multi-year lows

ambcrypto02/20 06:31

How to Survive the Era of 'Gradual Money Printing' — The Fed, Gold, and Bitcoin According to Lyn Alden

Lyn Alden, a global macro strategist, analyzes the current era as the late stage of a long-term debt cycle characterized by high debt-to-GDP ratios, structurally low interest rates, and a gradual shift of leverage from the private to the public sector. This phase involves "soft deleveraging" through inflation and currency devaluation, leading to institutional distrust, political polarization, and increased trade friction. Alden discusses the Federal Reserve’s constrained independence under high debt pressures, predicting a shift toward "gradual money printing" rather than aggressive easing. She highlights strong gold performance driven by central bank diversification and geopolitical tensions, while Bitcoin lags due to institutional risk reassessment and slower adoption. Alden envisions a multipolar future monetary system with regional currencies and neutral assets like gold and Bitcoin. For asset allocation, she recommends a diversified approach: high-quality global equities, hard assets (gold, Bitcoin, energy infrastructure), and liquid cash to navigate uncertainty and volatility. The overarching theme is structured patience in a slowly evolving financial landscape.

比推02/19 23:36

How to Survive the Era of 'Gradual Money Printing' — The Fed, Gold, and Bitcoin According to Lyn Alden