Crypto consolidates as volatility cools and futures markets tilt bearish
Bitcoin holds a tight range as altcoins rally on low liquidity, but derivatives data and options skew suggest traders are bracing for downside.
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Naoris Protocol’s quantum-resistant blockchain goes live as Bitcoin and Ethereum face ‘Q-Day’ threats
Naoris debuts its quantum-resistant mainnet, which uses algorithms approved by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology.
Bitcoin heads into holiday weekend exposed as ETF and CME flows go offline
Good Friday shuts CME futures and ETF activity, removing a key source of demand as large holders continue distributing and spot demand weakens.
Here’s why bitcoin’s drop below $68,000 raises the risk of a crash under $60,000
The negative gamma zone below $68,000 can trigger a self-reinforcing sell-off, leading to an ever larger slump.
Bitcoin trims big loss, stocks erase 2% decline, as Iran signals cooperation on key shipping route
In the middle of a surge higher following President Trump’s overnight comments, the price of WTI crude oil quickly fell nearly $6 per barrel on the news.
Oil shock, Iran war risk keep crypto investors on sidelines: Grayscale
The crypto asset manager said investors are sidelined by Middle East tensions, but resilient valuations and structural adoption trends could set up the next leg higher.
The ‘time pain’ trap: why bitcoin’s bear market might need a few more months of ‘boring’ to hit a true floor
Long term holder trends suggest a maturing bear market, yet extended consolidation could test investor patience.
Bitcoin traders keep chasing Trump’s Iran noise. The real signals are elsewhere.
Bitcoin and other risk assets have been whipsawed by President Donald J. Trump’s shifting rhetoric on Iran. Here are some indicators that help cut through the noise.
Oil trader takes $17 million hit as tokenized crude rivals bitcoin liquidations
Brent crude futures on Hyperliquid recorded $46.6 million in liquidations, behind only ether and bitcoin. The single largest liquidation was a $17.17 million oil position.
Bitcoin, ether, solana slide further as Trump threatens to hit Iran ‘extremely hard’
Crypto and equities sold off after the president’s national address undermined a two-day rally built on expectations the war was ending. Oil jumped 5% to above $106.