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Solana ETF inflows hit 2% of SOL’s market cap, beating Bitcoin’s record

U.S. Spot Solana ETFs have reached nearly $1 billion in inflows, representing 2% of SOL's market cap, in just 18 weeks since their October debut. This milestone was achieved faster than Bitcoin ETFs, which took 55 weeks to reach the same level. Despite the bear market, institutional demand for SOL remains strong, with 50% of assets under control by institutions. Unlike Bitcoin ETFs, Solana ETFs show limited basis trade activity, suggesting inflows are driven by conviction rather than speculation. ETF flows now account for 25% of SOL's price variance. Recent outflows coincided with a price drop, though SOL recovered partially. The Choppiness Index indicates a potential breakout, with key levels at $100 or $78 depending on market direction and ETF flow trends.

ambcrypto11m ago

Solana ETF inflows hit 2% of SOL’s market cap, beating Bitcoin’s record

ambcrypto11m ago

US Banking Lobby Considers Lawsuit Over OCC Crypto Charters

A US banking lobby group, the Bank Policy Institute (BPI), is considering legal action against the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) for granting national trust bank charters to cryptocurrency companies like Ripple, BitGo, and Paxos. The BPI argues that these charters, which allow crypto firms to operate as trust banks and provide custody services, could pose risks to Americans and the financial system. They claim this move blurs the definition of a "bank," increases systemic risk, and undermines the credibility of national banking charters. The BPI had previously urged the OCC to reject such applications, and while no final decision on a lawsuit has been made, the group has a history of taking legal action against the agency. Similar concerns were echoed by the Independent Community Bankers of America.

TheNewsCrypto23m ago

US Banking Lobby Considers Lawsuit Over OCC Crypto Charters

TheNewsCrypto23m ago

DEXE surges 18% – Assessing if $6 resistance will break next

DEXE surged 18.78% to $5.17, with trading volume up 101% to $29.13M, indicating strong buyer momentum. The price broke out of a long-term descending channel, signaling a potential recovery phase. Key resistance levels are at $6.00 and $7.68. Technical indicators show bullish strength, with DMI and ADX reflecting strong trend momentum. Open interest rose 52.74%, suggesting increased leveraged speculation. Binance top traders maintain a net-long bias (54.96% long), supporting bullish sentiment. If buyers hold above support, DEXE may challenge the $6 resistance and potentially target $7.68.

ambcrypto25m ago

DEXE surges 18% – Assessing if $6 resistance will break next

ambcrypto25m ago

Crypto Funding Soars 50%, But Most Startups Are Getting Shut Out: Analysts

Cryptocurrency fundraising surged nearly 50% year-over-year through March 2026, but the number of individual deals dropped by 46%, according to Messari data. The average deal size soared 272% to $34 million, reflecting a trend of capital concentration in fewer, larger rounds. Three major deals in February alone accounted for 44% of the month’s total funding. While early-stage activity remains fragmented, late-stage and strategic mega-rounds dominate. A significant concern is the decline in new venture fund closures, with few major crypto VCs raising fresh capital beyond Dragonfly’s recent $650 million fund. This suggests that despite headline growth, the industry faces a potential future funding shortage.

bitcoinist27m ago

Crypto Funding Soars 50%, But Most Startups Are Getting Shut Out: Analysts

bitcoinist27m ago

Your AI Anxiety Is Being Harvested

The article critiques the excessive hype and anxiety surrounding AI, arguing that much of the online discourse is a form of fear-based marketing designed to harvest attention and engagement. It points out that blindly copying others' AI setups—like popular coding configurations—is ineffective because these are tailored to specific needs and contexts, not universal solutions. The author warns against over-reliance on AI, noting that it can erode independent thinking and core human skills like judgment, creativity, and time management. Citing data from Fortune, Goldman Sachs, and academic studies, the article reveals that many companies report no actual productivity gains from AI adoption; instead, it often intensifies workloads and leads to burnout. The key takeaway is to use AI strategically for repetitive tasks while preserving human strengths for critical thinking and decision-making. True success lies not in using AI everywhere, but in knowing when not to use it.

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