Spot Bitcoin ETF and Spot Ethereum ETF Record Inflow, Now for the Third Consecutive Day

Wintermute Ventures: Our 6 Major Predictions for Digital Assets in 2026

比推4m ago

Ethereum slips to $2.2K as ‘extreme fear’ hits – Why THIS level decides next bull run

Ethereum's price fell to $2,219, down 17.38% over the weekend, amid extreme market fear. Despite the downturn, the weekly chart maintains a bullish structure from its 2025 rally. The retracement is nearing a key level at $2,147, and a brief drop below it is expected before a potential bullish recovery. Long-term investors may see this as a buying opportunity, provided they can tolerate a possible decline to $1,300. However, swing traders should wait for signs of strength around the $2,000-$2,200 range before entering long positions, as catching the bottom prematurely could lead to further losses. A drop below $2,000 may signal a deeper correction.

ambcrypto26m ago

Behind the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee's Passage of the CLARITY Act Lies a Dim Prospect

The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee narrowly passed the *CLARITY Act* in January 2026 with a 12–11 partisan split. The bill aims to establish a federal regulatory framework for digital assets, defining "digital commodities" and granting the CFTC authority to oversee spot markets. It includes provisions for exchange registration, investor protections, and safeguards for software developers. Despite initial bipartisan collaboration, negotiations broke down abruptly in early 2026. Democrats opposed the final version, citing insufficient ethics rules to prevent political figures—including former President Trump—from profiting from cryptocurrency activities. They also raised concerns about DeFi regulation and consumer protections. Although the committee’s approval is a procedural step, the bill faces significant hurdles. It requires 60 votes to pass the Senate, necessitating Democratic support, which remains unlikely without compromises on ethics and oversight. Further delays are expected due to stalled companion legislation in the Senate Banking Committee and the upcoming midterm elections, which could shift political dynamics and jeopardize the bill’s prospects.

marsbit1h ago

Implementation of CARF: Will Chinese Residents Holding Crypto Assets Be Subject to Tax Recovery?

The implementation of the Common Reporting Standard for Crypto-Assets (CARF) enhances the ability of tax authorities globally to obtain information on overseas crypto asset holdings. While CARF itself does not create new tax rules, it enables automatic exchange of information, allowing jurisdictions to identify unreported crypto asset income earned by their tax residents. In countries that have adopted CARF, such as the UK, tax authorities can cross-reference data from crypto service providers with tax filings and may pursue back taxes and penalties for non-compliance. Although China has not yet joined CARF, reducing the immediate risk of automatic information sharing, risks arise when crypto assets are converted into fiat currency. China participates in the Common Reporting Standard (CRS), through which financial account information—including proceeds from crypto conversions—may be shared with Chinese tax authorities. Additionally, bilateral tax treaties and investigative cooperation allow for case-by-case information exchange, meaning significant tax evasion or illicit transactions could still be detected and reported.

marsbit1h ago

Bitcoin Continues to Plunge, Whether MSTR Is Forced to Sell Becomes Focus

Bitcoin is experiencing a sharp decline, falling below the key $80,000 level and approaching the cost basis of major institutional holders like MicroStrategy. This has intensified concerns about potential forced liquidations among highly leveraged players. Despite the sell-off, MicroStrategy's executive chairman Michael Saylor signaled intentions to continue accumulating Bitcoin, even as the company raised dividends on its preferred shares to attract capital—a move that could strain cash flow if prices fall further. Analysis indicates that institutional entities, including ETFs and MicroStrategy, now hold approximately 10% of Bitcoin’s circulating supply, with an average acquisition cost around $85,360. At current prices, these positions are underwater, with unrealized losses totaling about $7 billion. The market is facing a crisis of narrative, as the once-bullish "institutional adoption" theme has reversed, with ETF outflows persisting and no new catalysts emerging to attract buyers. The high concentration of institutional holdings, largely at a loss, may now become a source of sustained selling pressure.

marsbit1h ago