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Crypto Sector Faces Tighter Rules On Hidden Investors In Thailand

Thai's Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed stricter rules requiring regulatory approval not only for direct major shareholders of crypto businesses but also for indirect financial backers, including those providing funding through guarantees or contractual arrangements. The measure aims to prevent capital linked to unlawful activities from entering licensed crypto firms, as part of a broader effort to strengthen anti-money laundering controls in both traditional and digital finance. The proposal, open for public comment until April 22, reflects a regional trend of increased regulatory scrutiny over crypto ownership and funding in Asia.

bitcoinist04/09 08:04

Crypto Sector Faces Tighter Rules On Hidden Investors In Thailand

bitcoinist04/09 08:04

Bitcoin Institutional Demand Overtakes BTC Mining Output – Here Are The Figures

A recent report highlights a significant shift in the Bitcoin market: institutional demand for BTC is now substantially outpacing the supply of newly mined coins. Despite ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty, public companies acquired over 47,000 BTC in March alone—valued at approximately $3.14 billion—nearly doubling the previous month's accumulation. In contrast, only 13,950 BTC were mined during the same period, intensifying Bitcoin’s scarcity narrative. Leading the institutional charge is Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy, which accounted for 44,377 of the net acquired BTC. This growing demand is further reflected in declining exchange balances, with BTC supply on exchanges dropping to a multi-year low of 14.6% by April 2026. A similar trend is observed in Ethereum, suggesting a broader institutional accumulation pattern. This supply-demand imbalance may serve as a catalyst for Bitcoin’s future price movement.

bitcoinist04/04 00:02

Bitcoin Institutional Demand Overtakes BTC Mining Output – Here Are The Figures

bitcoinist04/04 00:02

Ethereum Leaving Cryptocurrency Exchanges At Historic Rate, Are Traders Preparing For A Potential Rally?

Ethereum is experiencing a historic outflow from cryptocurrency exchanges, with its exchange balance hitting an all-time low of 11% of the total supply. This significant withdrawal suggests investors are moving their ETH into long-term storage, indicating growing confidence and reduced selling pressure. Despite trading around $2,100, holders are accumulating rather than selling, hinting at bullish sentiment. Analysts note this trend, combined with a key support level holding at $2,100, could set the stage for a potential major rally. If the current structure holds, ETH might be poised for a significant upward move.

bitcoinist04/03 02:02

Ethereum Leaving Cryptocurrency Exchanges At Historic Rate, Are Traders Preparing For A Potential Rally?

bitcoinist04/03 02:02

DeFi vs. SEC: Should ‘non-custodial platforms’ be treated like exchanges?

DeFi Education Fund (DEF) argues that non-custodial DeFi protocols, AMMs, and their developers should not be regulated as exchanges or intermediaries, as they don’t perform exchange functions or control user assets. They oppose SIFMA’s push for SEC regulation based on function rather than decentralization. SIFMA and Citadel Securities advocate for regulating DeFi platforms handling tokenized securities to ensure investor protection, citing risks and scams. DEF suggests Wall Street’s stance may be motivated by business interests, as DeFi disrupts traditional intermediaries. The SEC faces the challenge of balancing innovation and regulation in its upcoming framework.

ambcrypto04/02 09:08

DeFi vs. SEC: Should ‘non-custodial platforms’ be treated like exchanges?

ambcrypto04/02 09:08

Bitcoin Lingers Below $70,000 As Resistance Holds Strong – Here’s What Whales Are Up To

Bitcoin remains below the $70,000 resistance level, signaling weakening market structure and a shift toward bearish sentiment. This has influenced whale activity, with large holders opening short positions amid fading bullish momentum, while retail investors continue buying long. Analyst Crypto Tice highlights this divergence as a significant signal, suggesting whales anticipate further downside. Additionally, over 21,700 BTC recently moved to exchanges, all sold at a loss, indicating potential panic selling. Historically, such capitulation often precedes a market bottom, suggesting Bitcoin may be nearing a local low despite current pressure.

bitcoinist03/30 20:12

Bitcoin Lingers Below $70,000 As Resistance Holds Strong – Here’s What Whales Are Up To

bitcoinist03/30 20:12

Tiger Research: What AI Services Do Crypto Companies Offer?

This Tiger Research report examines the growing trend of cryptocurrency companies integrating AI services, driven by a fear of missing out (FOMO). Unlike previous cycles, established and profitable firms like Coinbase and Binance are leading this charge, moving AI from theory to practical necessity. Key areas of AI adoption include: - **Research:** Projects like Surf are building crypto-native AI tools that aggregate fragmented on-chain and social data, providing more accurate answers than general AI models. - **Trading:** Exchanges are deploying AI to let users execute trades via natural language commands, lowering the barrier for non-developers and automating strategies. The goal is user retention in an increasingly competitive landscape. - **Security/Audit:** Firms like CertiK use AI to enhance smart contract audits by automating initial code scans and enabling post-audit, real-time monitoring, thus addressing previous security blind spots. - **Payment Infrastructure:** Protocols are emerging to enable AI agents to make autonomous payments (e.g., for APIs or services) using on-chain wallets and stablecoins. Circle’s proposed Gateway-x402 integration is a notable example, though this field is still nascent. The push is fueled by rapid AI advancements (e.g., MCP, OpenClaw) and competitive anxiety. However, the report cautions that while adoption is accelerating, the gap between offering a feature and its actual, trusted use remains significant. The motivation is strategic positioning for an AI-driven future, not just marketing.

marsbit03/30 06:41

Tiger Research: What AI Services Do Crypto Companies Offer?

marsbit03/30 06:41

Who Owns the Most Bitcoin in 2026

Based on blockchain data analysis, the largest holder of Bitcoin in 2026 is its pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, who possesses approximately 1.096 million BTC (valued at ~$77 billion). The largest single wallet belongs to the Binance exchange cold wallet, holding nearly 250,000 BTC. The top entities by holdings are: * **Satoshi Nakamoto:** 1.096M BTC * **Coinbase (Exchange):** 982,000 BTC * **BlackRock (ETF Issuer):** 775,000 BTC * **Binance (Exchange):** 655,000 BTC * **US Government (via asset seizures):** 328,000 BTC Other major holders include Fidelity, other ETF issuers, and corporations like MicroStrategy, which holds 739,000 BTC. The analysis groups wallets into "entities" for a more accurate representation of ownership. The data highlights Bitcoin's evolution from a niche project to a significant global asset held by major financial institutions, corporations, and governments.

marsbit03/29 09:57

Who Owns the Most Bitcoin in 2026

marsbit03/29 09:57

Is South Korea set to get its own KRW-pegged stablecoin soon?

South Korea is moving closer to potentially launching its own KRW-pegged stablecoin, driven by its large and active retail crypto market. With over 18 million citizens already participating in crypto trading, the market is fast-moving and retail-focused, at times rivalling traditional equity markets. However, inefficiencies like the "Kimchi Premium"—where crypto assets trade at higher prices on local exchanges—highlight strong local demand and limited capital flow flexibility. A KRW-backed stablecoin could reduce reliance on USD-based stablecoins, improve liquidity in KRW trading pairs, enable faster settlement, and leverage existing market support from large players on Korean exchanges. Despite the potential benefits, regulatory hurdles remain a significant challenge.

ambcrypto03/28 05:06

Is South Korea set to get its own KRW-pegged stablecoin soon?

ambcrypto03/28 05:06

RWA Weekly: Compromise on Crypto Market Structure Bill Sparks Industry Divisions; Three Major Traditional Exchanges Develop Tokenization Products

RWA Weekly Digest: March 21–27, 2026 The RWA sector saw steady growth, with total on-chain market cap reaching $26.6 billion (+4.73% MoM) and holder count rising to 694k (+6.07% MoM). Stablecoin market cap remained stable at ~$3 trillion, though transaction volume and active addresses declined, indicating more holding than trading activity. Key regulatory developments included a U.S. crypto market structure bill compromise on stablecoin yield provisions, causing division within the industry, and Delaware’s proposed legislation to bring stablecoins under banking supervision. Major exchanges and institutions advanced tokenization: NYSE partnered with Securitize; Nasdaq collaborated with Talos; CME and Bank of Montreal launched tokenized cash settlement services. Franklin Templeton and Ondo introduced a 24/7 tradable tokenized ETF, while Invesco acquired Superstate’s $900M on-chain treasury fund. Ecosystem developments included Circle integrating USDC into Africa’s Sasai network, USDT₀ expanding to Tempo blockchain, and Ripple testing RLUSD for automated cross-border trade settlements in Singapore. Financings included XFX raising $17M for fiat-stablecoin FX infrastructure and Payy securing $6M for private stablecoin payments. Reports highlighted concerns from the FSB on dollar stablecoin risks in emerging markets and Electric Capital’s analysis showing only 34 RWA assets exceed $50M in on-chain size, with AI infrastructure spending poised to drive future growth.

marsbit03/27 09:07

RWA Weekly: Compromise on Crypto Market Structure Bill Sparks Industry Divisions; Three Major Traditional Exchanges Develop Tokenization Products

marsbit03/27 09:07

Miners aren’t selling, yet Bitcoin is falling – What’s changed?

Despite the common belief that Bitcoin's recent price decline was driven by miners selling due to rising post-halving costs, data suggests otherwise. The Miner Supply Ratio, which tracks BTC transfers from miners to exchanges, has been steadily falling since early 2025, indicating miners are actually selling less. Instead, the downturn may be attributed to weak demand and concerns about the market's ability to absorb supply. The next price movement will likely depend on whether buying interest returns.

ambcrypto03/26 05:37

Miners aren’t selling, yet Bitcoin is falling – What’s changed?

ambcrypto03/26 05:37

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