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BlackRock just dropped big news. The asset management giant rolled out a staked Ether exchange-traded fund on Thursday, marking another bold move into crypto territory after launching spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs back in 2024.

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Each escalation in the Iran conflict has been larger than the last, but each bitcoin drawdown has been getting smaller.

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A new research report suggests quantum computing poses a long-term risk to bitcoin but is unlikely to threaten the network anytime soon. Experts say advances will occur gradually, giving developers and investors time to implement post-quantum security upgrades.

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Charles Hoskinson wants out. The Cardano founder recently launched a fierce attack on hyperscalers like Amazon Web Services and Google Cloud, arguing the blockchain industry has gotten too cozy with these tech giants.

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The cap of 21 million is approaching, and this changes everything for miners. The protocol gradually reduces rewards, making extraction more difficult each day.

 

Following a disappointing performance in February, the Ethereum price has seen some semblance of relief over the past two weeks. With the steadying market condition, the “king of altcoins” has managed to hold its own around the psychological $2,000 level.

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While headlines fixate on war, volatility & a 27% slide in XRP's price in 2026, institutions are quietly telling a different story.

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Ethereum is tightening below a critical $2,149 resistance level, building pressure as bulls and bears jockey for control. A decisive breakout above this zone could trigger strong momentum, potentially sending the price toward the next major resistance near $2,750.

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XRP is back in focus as network activity, whale demand, and chart pressure build fast.

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Institutional interest in XRP exchange-traded funds is still growing, and these ETFS have already taken in more than $1.4 billion in cumulative inflows since launch. Interestingly, the latest regulatory disclosures reveal a surprising name sitting at the top of the list of investors.

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Bullish signals vs. market reality - XRPL's DeFi challenges put XRP to the test.

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The Bitcoin price has not particularly impressed over the past two weeks, but it appears to have steadied its movement within a clear consolidation range. In its latest attempt to shine, the premier cryptocurrency faced fierce resistance around $74,000 on Friday, March 13.

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Bitcoin's credibility came under fire after former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson labeled the cryptocurrency a Ponzi scheme, prompting Strategy's Michael Saylor to fire back and defend bitcoin's decentralized design. Michael Saylor Pushes Back as Boris Johnson Triggers New Bitcoin Legitimacy Debate Debate over bitcoin intensified after former U.K.

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The Ethereum Foundation's ETH sale to Bitmine highlights its strategic focus on sustainable growth and decentralized network stewardship. Ethereum Foundation sells 5,000 ETH to Bitmine to fund operations and grants.

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The Ethereum Foundation sold 5,000 ETH to BitMine to fund research, grants, and development.

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Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Boris Johnson, said he has always feared that Bitcoin is a “giant Ponzi scheme,” with the latest stories around the cryptocurrency appearing to prove him right.

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Will ongoing geopolitical tensions push BTC higher above $75K?

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Bitcoin's extended pullback from its all-time high has left traders in uncertainty, and many investors are unsure whether the worst of the decline has already passed. One analyst known as Jelle on X is of the notion that the conversation may be missing an uncomfortable reality that Bitcoin bear markets often become far more painful than most participants expect.

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Corporate demand for bitcoin is accelerating as publicly traded companies tap stock and preferred-share financing to accumulate supply, a trend some industry leaders say could significantly increase corporate demand for newly mined coins and potentially influence market dynamics.

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Bitcoin recently pushed into a key liquidity pocket near the $73,000 level, briefly tapping overhead liquidity before encountering a sharp reaction to the downside. With structure still holding and buyers stepping in on dips, attention is now shifting to whether this positioning phase could set the stage for a stronger push toward the $80,000 region.

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Strategys STRC preferred stock has claimed the top spot as the most liquid preferred security on the market this month, averaging $296 million in daily trading volume far outpacing competitors like BA, KKR, and FOUR preferred stocks, which average $35.8 million, $33.5 million, and $27.6 million respectively. Even Strategys own preferred offerings STRK, STRF, and STRD trail significantly behind, each averaging under $19 million daily.

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Tom Lees Bitmine has acquired 5,000 Ethereum directly from the Ethereum Foundation through an over-the-counter transaction priced at $2,042.96 per ETH, totaling approximately $10.38 million. The Ethereum Foundation confirmed the deal via X, with on-chain data from Arkham Intelligence verifying the transfer to a wallet linked to Bitmines treasury.

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Bitcoin's outperformance against U.S. equities is reviving bullish sentiment across crypto markets, with Coinbase Institutional signaling that the industry may be moving beyond what it described as peak pessimism as participation and macro conditions begin shifting. Bitcoin Strength Sparks Institutional Optimism as Crypto Markets Eye Sustained Breakout Renewed strength in bitcoin relative to U.S.

 

The Ethereum Foundation has completed a $10.2 million over-the-counter sale of 5,000 ETH to Bitmine Immersion Technologies, one of the leading publicly traded crypto treasury firms. The transaction cleared at an average price of $2,042.96 per ETH, with proceeds earmarked for the non-profits ongoing operations.

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Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has sparked fresh debate in the cryptocurrency world after publicly labeling Bitcoin a giant Ponzi scheme in a column published in the Daily Mail and shared on X. Johnson argued that Bitcoin lacks real-world value, claiming it depends on a steady stream of new, trusting investors rather than any tangible foundation.