North Korean-affiliated hacking collective the Lazarus Group has been moving crypto assets using mixers following a string of high-profile hacks. On March 13, blockchain security firm CertiK alerted its X followers that it had detected a deposit of 400 ETH (ETH) worth around $750,000 to the Tornado Cash mixing service.
Bitcoin (BTC) price led the wider crypto market in a mild rebound in the past 24 hours, following the U.S. CPI report that dropped to 2.8 percent below expectations of 2.9 percent.
The SEC has postponed its decision on Cboe BZX's request to list options on Fidelity's Ether ETF, extending the deadline to May 14.
According to Glassnode, Bitcoin (BTC) is experiencing a prolonged distribution phase. Furthermore, both market momentum and capital flows have shifted into negative territory, suggesting a decrease in demand.
Ethereum (ETH) price has suffered significant bearish sentiment in the past four months amid heightened midterm market uncertainty triggered by the U.S. tariff wars. The large-cap altcoin, with a fully diluted valuation of about $224 billion and a 24-hour average trading volume of $25 billion, has dropped more than 54 percent since December 2024.
The crypto markets seem to have digested the bearish pressure as some of the tokens demonstrate strength. The Ethereum price remains accumulated within a narrow range, hinting at the possibility of an excess price compression.
Bitcoin has continued its downward trajectory when observed over weekly and monthly timeframes, recording an 8.4% decline in the past week and a 16.2% drop over the past month. However, in the shorter time frame, signs of potential reversal are emerging.
The crypto market today (March 13) has continued to keep investors hopeful, preventing a downtrend amid macro relief. With cooler U.S. CPI data released recently, risk assets have witnessed a positive market sentiment.
Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, claims the “biggest crash in history” is upon us, suggesting the current market crash will be worse than the 1929 market collapse, ending what he calls the “everything bubble”, and ushering in a new era of financial hardship.
On-chain data shows that Bitcoin short-term holders have been selling at a notable loss recently, something that has led to bottoms in the past. Bitcoin Short-Term Holders See SOPR Plunge Under 1.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is well-known in cryptocurrency circles for his fierce criticism of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), even going so far as to dub the leading coin a "fraud." What Happened: From announcing that he would “fire in a second” any JPMorgan trader seen trading in Bitcoin to questioning the asset's supply limit of 21 million, Dimon's views don't seem to have evolved.
The latest U.S. inflation data came in lower than expected, but Bitcoin struggled to maintain gains as trade war concerns weighed on sentiment. According to the economic latest data released on Mar. 12, February's Consumer Price Index rose 2.
Ethereum's value against Bitcoin has hit its lowest level since mid-2020, with a crypto trader suggesting that it might be time to shift into higher-performing altcoins.“If still stuck on ETH, it is likely a good time to dump it to buy a higher beta altcoin,” economist and crypto trader Alex Kruger said in a March 12 X post.
Ethereum price started a recovery wave from the $1,750 zone. ETH is now consolidating and facing hurdles near the $1,920 resistance.
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has added more Bitcoin to its portfolio, bringing its total holdings past 3,000 BTC. The company recently acquired 162 BTC at an average price of ¥12.39 million ($83,635) per Bitcoin.
Bitcoin price started a recovery wave above the $80,000 zone. BTC is now rising and might aim for a move above the $84,000 and $85,000 levels.
The market is grossly underestimating the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve's impact, an expert says, as it pressures institutions, nations, and wealth managers to adapt—or be left behind.
Jurrien Timmer, director of global macro at Fidelity Investments, believes Bitcoins key support level to watch is $70,000. He suggests that the recent correction may be a setup for the next rally, with Bitcoin now returning to a more grounded valuation.
Ethereums Holesky testnet has finally reached finality, overcoming a software bug that delayed it for nearly two weeks after the Pectra upgrade. This milestone comes as developers postpone setting a mainnet launch date for Pectra, keeping the crypto community waiting for the major upgrade.
Mt. Gox has once again made headlines with a massive Bitcoin transfer. On March 12, blockchain tracking platform Lookonchain reported that the defunct exchange moved 11,834 BTC, worth approximately $931.19 million.
The U.S. is pushing to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, with the BITCOIN Act of 2025 in the House and a Senate companion bill, aiming to acquire 1 million bitcoin in five years without taxpayer burden.
Bitcoin ETFs experienced net withdrawals on most trading days this month. March opened with continuous outflows, extending a downturn that began in late February.
XRP rallies as SEC vs. Ripple appeal talks heat up.
Crypto analyst Tony Severino has warned that the Bitcoin price risks a further crash. This came as he revealed a critical technical indicator, which has turned bearish for the flagship crypto, although he noted that BTC bulls can still invalidate this current bearish setup.
Ethereum price came under intense pressure this week as its crash gained steam. The ETH/BTC pair plunged to a low of 0.0225, its lowest level since May 2020. It has plunged by over 75% from its highest level in December 2021.
After weeks of dictating its market direction, XRP is still stuck in a downward channel. Both the channel's upper and lower boundaries has been moving steadily downward.
An analyst known for nailing the end of the 2021 crypto cycle believes that Bitcoin's drop below $80,000 is designed to lure BTC bears into thinking that the bull market is over.
Bitcoin (BTC) whales on Binance appear to be reducing their selling pressure, but the potential for increased BTC sales from miners could introduce new downward pressure on the market. According to CryptoQuant's community analyst Darkfost, whale activity on Binance, which handles some of the largest Bitcoin trading volumes, is showing signs of decline.
Bitcoin (BTC) is at a critical point in its current cycle, with signs that it may be diverging from past halving patterns. Unlike previous cycles, where strong rallies followed halvings, this one has been more uncertain.
Ethereum (ETH) investors are in despair as they watch the crypto continue to lose ground versus its major rivals like Bitcoin. The post Ethereum Price Set to Dump to $1,500 Next – Buy the Dip? appeared first on Cryptonews.
Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency after Bitcoin, has experienced a significant price decline despite the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) approval of Ethereum ETFs in 2024 and the addition of ETH to the U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile in 2025.
The price of Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen sharply to the expected level of $80,336.10. BTC price analysis by Coinidol.com.
Singapore-based Bitcoin miner Bitdeer has significantly boosted its BTC holdings since 2025 began, now holding almost $87 million worth.
Ethereum is still under significant bearish pressure, with the possibility that the downward trend might continue in the coming days or weeks as the market struggles to recover. After dropping sharply over the last few days, ETH may have finally reached that crucial moment that could trigger a significant upward surge.
Ethereum Layer-2 Starknet has announced plans to launch a Bitcoin L2 to unify the two biggest blockchain ecosystems. In a post on X, Starknet added that it will become the first L2 to settle on both networks.
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA), the second-largest lending institution in Spain and one of the largest in Europe, has announced the integration of crypto into an upcoming platform as part of its service offering.
Video-sharing platform Rumble says it had purchased more than $17 million worth of Bitcoin as part of a previously announced investment strategy.In a March 12 notice, Rumble said it had added 188 Bitcoin (BTC) to its treasury for roughly $17.1 million. The investment, suggested by CEO Chris Pavlovski in November following Donald Trump winning the US presidential election, was touted as a hedge against inflation and part of a broader move to deepen ties to the crypto industry.
Bitcoin is trading below crucial support levels after massive selling pressure swept through the market. Since late January, BTC has lost over 29% of its value, fueling fear and uncertainty among investors.
HANetf launched Europe's first leveraged crypto ETCs for Bitcoin and Ethereum, offering traders regulated tools to amplify exposure to price swings, whether bullish or bearish. The post HANetf Launches New ETCs for Leveraged or Short Bitcoin and Ethereum Exposure appeared first on Cryptonews.
Bitcoin and Ethereum struggle to maintain gains, while XRP rallies on optimism over the SEC potentially closing its case against Ripple. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $82,997.45 -0.13% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $1,876.24 -3.7% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $124.56 -2.1% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.23 +2.5% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1689 +1.3% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001229 +0.8% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 5.2% and daily active addresses falling by 3.4%.
The 1-week liquidation heatmap showed a range formation under $2,000 could materialize.
Bitcoin's (BTC) dominance has crested new highs as altcoins' short-lived rally fizzles, according to data from Matrixport, a cryptocurrency financial services platform. As of March 12, Bitcoin dominance — a measure of Bitcoin's share of crypto's overall market capitalization — stands at 61.2%, according to Matrixport.
Ethereum price is poised for further recovery as analysts have identified hidden bullish divergence that could enhance the previous rally. The pattern which indicates momentum shifts has it that, contrary to the present slump in the price, ETH could be on course to rise above its previous record high of $4,850.
The amount of Bitcoin (BTC) held by public corporations reached 592,112 BTC in 2024, according to Bitcoin Treasuries data. Bitwise head of research Ryan Rasmussen highlighted that the number is twice as much Bitcoin as institutions accumulated in the previous five years combined.
Jurrien Timmer, director of global macro at Fidelity Investments, has weighed in on the Bitcoin price action, arguing that $70,000 is the main level to watch.
ARK Investment Management LLC, led by Cathie Wood, has made a notable shift in its investment strategy. The firm recently stopped selling Bitcoin and ramped up its Coinbase (COIN) stock purchases.
Bitcoin miners are ramping up BTC sales, adding to market pressure as price declines continue. CryptoQuant data shows a surge in miner-to-exchange flows, signaling financial strain ahead of the Bitcoin halving. The post Bitcoin Faces Increased Selling Pressure Amid Miner Sell-Offs – CryptoQuant appeared first on Cryptonews.