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Spot Ethereum ETFs See $138M Inflows as Institutional Demand Rises

Spot Ethereum ETFs recorded significant net inflows of $138.2 million in a single day, marking their highest since February 25. BlackRock’s ETHA led with $81.7 million, followed by its Staked ETH ETF (ETHB) with $67.2 million. Grayscale’s funds also attracted inflows of $15.4 million and $9.4 million, though Fidelity’s FETH saw outflows of $35.4 million. This extends the products’ inflow streak to six consecutive days, totaling over $385 million. Ethereum ETFs have now entered a fourth positive week with around $440 million in total inflows, driven by rising institutional interest amid macroeconomic uncertainty. Meanwhile, Ethereum’s price hovers around $2,328 as markets await the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, widely expected to remain unchanged.

TheNewsCrypto03/18 12:48

Spot Ethereum ETFs See $138M Inflows as Institutional Demand Rises

TheNewsCrypto03/18 12:48

No Rate Cut by the US Fed Likely, Crypto Prices to Move Accordingly

The escalating conflict in the Middle East has reduced the likelihood of a US Federal Reserve rate cut in the upcoming meeting. Rising oil prices, now exceeding $100 per barrel, are fueling inflationary or stagflationary pressures in the US. This could influence cryptocurrency markets, which have recently shown strong weekly gains—Bitcoin and Ethereum rose 6.23% and 13.97%, respectively. In contrast, traditional safe-haven assets like gold and silver declined. The Fed aims to maintain steady rates to balance inflation risks and economic stability. Additional factors, such as proposed tariff policies and weakened consumer sentiment, further complicate the economic outlook.

TheNewsCrypto03/18 11:50

No Rate Cut by the US Fed Likely, Crypto Prices to Move Accordingly

TheNewsCrypto03/18 11:50

Trading Moment: Crypto Regulation Welcomes Major Positive News, Bitcoin May 'Dip First Then Rally' After Fed Meeting

Cryptocurrency markets are closely watching the Federal Reserve's FOMC meeting, with expectations nearly unanimous for interest rates to remain unchanged. Bitcoin is experiencing high volatility, trading between $74,000 and $76,000, with analysts divided on its short-term trajectory. Bearish voices warn of a potential drop to $68,000, citing macro liquidity concerns and a pattern of post-FOMC sell-offs. Bullish analysts, however, see a path to $80,000 or higher if key resistance levels are broken and ETF inflows continue. In a major regulatory development, the SEC and CFTC issued new guidance classifying most digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, SOL, and XRP, as non-security digital commodities, providing clearer regulatory boundaries. Key data shows Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs saw net inflows of $199 million and $138 million respectively, while the market fear and greed index sits at 26 (Fear). Over $131 million was liquidated in 24 hours. Solana (SOL) is showing a bullish technical pattern, with analysts targeting $120-$145 if it holds support. Upcoming events include the Fed's rate decision, Chairman Powell's press conference, and token unlocks for projects like Lombard (BARD).

marsbit03/18 08:58

Trading Moment: Crypto Regulation Welcomes Major Positive News, Bitcoin May 'Dip First Then Rally' After Fed Meeting

marsbit03/18 08:58

The Two Weeks When the King of Safe Havens Failed, Bitcoin Quietly Outperformed Everything

The article analyzes the divergent performance of gold and Bitcoin during a two-week period following a military strike by the US and Israel on Iran. Contrary to traditional expectations, gold, often seen as a safe-haven asset, dropped by nearly 10% from its peak, while Bitcoin surged over 20% from its low, outperforming gold, the S&P 500, and Nasdaq. Gold’s decline is attributed to rising oil prices due to the conflict, which heightened inflation expectations and reduced the likelihood of Federal Reserve rate cuts. Higher interest rates increase the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding gold, leading to outflows. Additionally, potential profit-taking by central banks and logistical challenges in moving physical gold during wartime weakened its appeal. Bitcoin’s rise is explained by a combination of factors: technical oversold rebound, 24/7 trading availability during market closures, renewed inflows (e.g., U.S. Bitcoin ETFs saw significant inflows while gold ETFs experienced outflows), and its portability advantage in conflict zones, as evidenced by a 700% surge in crypto outflows from Iran. However, Bitcoin’s performance does not fully establish it as a traditional safe haven; it instead functions as a highly liquid, portable asset that absorbs shocks when other markets are closed. The article concludes that the concept of "safe haven" is evolving—gold struggles when inflation and利率 constraints dominate, while Bitcoin benefits from structural and situational advantages, though its identity remains complex and context-dependent.

marsbit03/17 06:34

The Two Weeks When the King of Safe Havens Failed, Bitcoin Quietly Outperformed Everything

marsbit03/17 06:34

Is The Altcoin Market Dead? Why These Cryptocurrencies Have Failed To Move

The altcoin market has been a source of deep frustration for investors, failing to experience a sustained breakout despite numerous analyst predictions. According to crypto analyst Sykodelic, this stagnation is not due to the asset class being finished, but because the necessary macro backdrop for altcoin expansion never materialized. Altcoins are highly dependent on excess liquidity, performing best when money is loose, economic activity is strong, and investors are willing to move beyond Bitcoin. Sykodelic's analysis compares the OTHERS index (tracking cryptocurrencies outside the top ten) with two macro indicators: Federal Reserve Net Liquidity and the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). Historically, these three have moved in tandem. During the 2020/2021 cycle, all rose together, with the OTHERS index surging from below $100 billion to nearly $600 billion. However, in the current cycle, Fed Net Liquidity has oscillated without a clear trend, and the PMI spent 26 consecutive months in contraction until returning to expansion in January 2026. Consequently, the OTHERS index has chopped sideways. Now, conditions may be improving. Fed net liquidity appears to have bottomed and reversed upward, while the PMI has moved into expansion territory (registering 52.6% in January 2026). These changes could finally build the foundation for an altcoin season, with Sykodelic’s chart projecting a potential rise in the OTHERS index market cap to the $560 billion range.

bitcoinist03/17 02:02

Is The Altcoin Market Dead? Why These Cryptocurrencies Have Failed To Move

bitcoinist03/17 02:02

Eight Consecutive Bullish Days Signal Strong Return: ETH Surges Past $2,300 as Whales Continue to Accumulate

Ethereum (ETH) has surged past $2,300, marking an eight-day consecutive rally, while Bitcoin (BTC) broke above $74,000. The broader crypto market showed strength, with over 80% of the top 200 tokens by market cap closing the week in positive territory. Market sentiment improved, with the Crypto Fear and Greed Index rising to 39, nearing neutral levels. Key factors driving the rebound include macro developments, such as potential easing in the Middle East—particularly efforts to reopen the Hormuz Strait—which could lower oil prices and reduce inflationary pressure, increasing the likelihood of future Fed rate cuts. The market widely expects the Fed to hold rates steady in its upcoming meeting. On-chain and ETF flow data also support bullish momentum. Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs recorded three consecutive weeks of net inflows, totaling approximately $2.12 billion and $265 million, respectively. Large investors and institutions have been accumulating ETH, with several "whale" addresses making significant purchases. Analysts suggest that Bitcoin may have bottomed, citing low network selling pressure and historical accumulation signals. Some models even point to a potential mid-to-long-term rally, with targets as high as $100,000, assuming key resistance levels are broken. However, risks remain if Bitcoin fails to hold above critical support or break through resistance near $78,000.

Odaily星球日报03/16 12:52

Eight Consecutive Bullish Days Signal Strong Return: ETH Surges Past $2,300 as Whales Continue to Accumulate

Odaily星球日报03/16 12:52

Must-Watch Next Week｜Seven Central Banks to Deliver Interest Rate Bombshells in Succession; NVIDIA GTC Conference Kicks Off (3.16-3.22)

Next week (March 16-22) is packed with major financial and tech events. Key highlights include interest rate decisions from seven central banks: the Reserve Bank of Australia (March 17, 11:30), the Bank of Canada (March 18, 21:45), the Bank of Japan (March 19, time TBD), the Swiss National Bank (March 19, 16:30), the US Federal Reserve (March 19, 02:00, followed by a press conference), the Bank of England (March 19, 20:00), and the European Central Bank (March 19, 21:15). The NVIDIA GTC 2026 conference opens on March 16 in San Jose, featuring a keynote by CEO Jensen Huang. Other significant events include the US releasing February PPI data (March 18, 20:30), the launch of Noble's new EVM Layer 1 mainnet (March 18), and the Bitcoin ecosystem BTCS launching its mining ecosystem (March 20). Additional developments include the Hong Kong Monetary Authority potentially releasing its first stablecoin license shortlist, featuring institutions like Standard Chartered and HSBC; the Trump administration beginning a release of US strategic oil reserves; and Microsoft internally testing OpenClaw for potential integration into Teams.

marsbit03/15 08:21

Must-Watch Next Week｜Seven Central Banks to Deliver Interest Rate Bombshells in Succession; NVIDIA GTC Conference Kicks Off (3.16-3.22)

marsbit03/15 08:21

Fed Set To Review ‘Toxic’ Bitcoin Basel Treatment For Major US Banks

The Federal Reserve is set to propose new rules next week implementing the final phase of Basel III for major US banks, sparking a debate over the current "toxic" regulatory treatment of Bitcoin. Under existing Basel guidelines, Bitcoin is assigned a punitive 1,250% risk weight, making it prohibitively expensive for regulated banks to hold or provide services related to Bitcoin. Critics, including Bitcoin Policy Institute's Conner Brown, argue this approach is a "category error" that mischaracterizes Bitcoin’s risk profile and stifles banking services for Bitcoin companies. The Fed’s proposal will enter a 90-day public comment period, offering an opportunity to challenge the harsh capital requirements and advocate for a risk-based framework instead.

bitcoinist03/13 16:01