On-chain data shows the Bitcoin transaction count has plunged to the lowest level since October 2023. Here's what this could mean for BTC's price.

Solana Labs CEO Anatoly Yakovenko has broken his silence over the “America Is Back — Time to Accelerate” advertisement, which blended American patriotism and tech innovation with political messaging around gender identity.“The ad was bad, and it's still gnawing at my soul,” Yakovenko said in a March 19 X post after receiving immense backlash over the controversial ad.

Bitcoin reached an intraday high of $87,470 at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, amid heightened market optimism driven by political, regulatory, and macroeconomic factors. Bitcoin Bulls Return The leading cryptocurrency briefly touched the milestone during a volatile trading session, with real-time data showing bitcoin hovering around $87,357 at 8:08 p.m.

XRP jumps after the SEC's appeal withdrawal, but legal uncertainty remains. Will Ripple pursue a cross-appeal, or is a settlement the next step?

A Czech National Bank board member has raised doubts on bitcoin as a reserve asset, citing legal uncertainty and volatility risks, even as it explores new asset classes.

Ethereum, the second-largest digital asset has been lagging behind other major crypto assets, raising questions about its short-term prospects. While these coins have achieved new all-time highs in the ongoing cycle, ETH has been on a downtrend after revisiting the $4,000 level.

Michael Saylor, a well-known Bitcoin advocate, recently made headlines at the Crypto Summit with a bold proposal: the United States should acquire between 5% and 25% of the total Bitcoin supply. This idea has sparked heated debates within both the crypto and traditional finance sectors.

Bitcoin (BTC) is back in the green, and MicroStrategy cofounder Michael Saylor has once again made waves with a bold statement. In a two-word tweet, Try BTC, Saylor shared a chart showing the U.S. dollar strengthening against the Turkish lira, reinforcing Bitcoins role as a hedge against currency devaluation.

Bitcoin (BTC) saw a sudden price surge today, climbing 1.5% to reclaim the $84,000 level. The timing is noteworthy, as this rally coincides with FOMC day, fueling optimism among traders.

Two exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tracking Solana (SOL) futures are launching on Thursday, marking a significant step in the evolution of crypto investment products. Volatility Shares LLC is introducing the Volatility Shares Solana ETF (SOLZ), which tracks Solana futures, and the Volatility Shares 2X Solana ETF (SOLT), offering leveraged exposure.

The U.S. Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25%-4.50% on Wednesday, marking the second consecutive pause after three rate cuts in late 2024. However, the Feds latest projections signal weaker economic growth, with 2025 GDP now expected to rise just 1.7%, down from the previous 2.1% forecast.

In March, Bitcoin's on-chain flow was heavily dominated by large value bands, with transactions sized at 10 BTC or more typically making up 85% to 90% of the total daily volume. This skew indicates that large holders and institutional entities were the primary contributors to the on-chain movement.

Does this indicate weak institutional demand, or is the market misreading Solana's long-term potential?

President Donald Trump will address Blockworks' Digital Asset Summit (DAS) in New York City on March 20. This marks the first time a sitting U.S. president has spoken at a Bitcoin and cryptocurrency conference.

Solana Labs co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko said he is “ashamed” about downplaying the impact of a recent Solana Foundation advertisement, calling it “mean and punching down on a marginalized group.

BlackRock executive Robert Mitchnick argued that Bitcoin has acquired a reputation as a risky investment due heavily to the cryptocurrency industry's messaging on the asset.

Bitcoin's corrective phase set a four-month low at $76,600 on March 11. Despite this decline, long-term holders have continued to hold large amounts of BTC, suggesting a “unique market dynamic moving forward,” new research says.

Bitcoin price surged by 4% on Wednesday, hitting a 10-day peak . This rally follows three consecutive days of substantial Bitcoin ETF inflows, totaling $512 million.

Institutional investment in Bitcoin (BTC) has strengthened, but its price has struggled to reflect the growing demand, according to BlackRock's Global Head of Digital Assets, Robbie Mitchnick. Despite continued adoption by large financial players, Bitcoin has experienced significant ETF outflows and cautious sentiment in early 2025, which have kept prices below previous highs.

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Analyst Sam Price dismisses peak claims, citing strong macro indicators like the Pi Cycle Indicator and hidden bullish divergence. Bitcoin's RSI, Fear & Greed Index, and Fibonacci levels suggest the market is near a bottom, not a top.

A closely followed crypto analyst says that Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) may have reached a local market bottom.

Czech National Bank board member Jan Kubicek is "skeptical" regarding adding Bitcoin to the bank's substantial reserves.

Here's how crypto community reacted to Strategy's latest stock issuance plan.

Bitcoin, the crypto market, and U.S. equities have faced significant volatility and selling pressure in recent weeks as macroeconomic uncertainty and chaotic foreign policies from U.S. President Donald Trump continue to shake investor confidence. Rising tariffs and aggressive economic measures have added further instability, fueling speculation about a potential bear market in the coming months.

Solana's native token, SOL (SOL), rose 8% on March 19 as investors turned to riskier assets ahead of US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's remarks. While interest rates are expected to stay unchanged, analysts anticipate a softer inflation outlook for 2025.

Bitcoin (BTC) is showing signs of a potential turnaround despite recent volatility, as key on-chain indicators and institutional flows point to improving sentiment. The Mayer Multiple remains below 1, hinting at undervaluation.

Today, March 20, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC), the world's largest cryptocurrency, appears to be shifting from its prolonged consolidation to massive upside momentum. The Fed's decision to hold interest rates steady during the March FOMC meeting has pushed BTC above a crucial level.

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Anatoly Yakovenko came out forcefully against the controversial Solana ad, which he said was "punching down against a marginalized group."

Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed the $85,000 threshold following the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) median forecast of 50 basis-point cuts in interest rates in 2025. In addition to signaling potential rate cuts, the Federal Reserve announced plans to slow the pace of its balance sheet runoff, also known as quantitative tightening (QT), beginning April 1.

The cryptocurrency market remains volatile as Bitcoin (BTC) struggles to break past the key $85,000 resistance level, weighed down by trade tensions and economic uncertainty.

Solana price has climbed 10% in the last 24 hours as market sentiment turns positive. The surge follows a broader crypto market rebound and a bullish Federal Reserve policy update.

Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP gain slightly on Wednesday as traders gear for the U.S. FOMC rate decision at 2 PM ET. Unlike previous bear markets, traders are seeing shorter bear cycles followed by sharp price rallies.

Gold continues to be the star of the cycle, jumping to a new record above $3,050 per ounce.

Ethereum price surged by 5% on Wednesday, reaching $2,050 for the first time in ten days. With mutiple news catalysts alligning with massive short liquidations, how high can ETH prices go?

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse responded to a claim from Fox Business panelist and journalist Charles Gasparino that the US Securities and Exchange Commission believes XRP passes the “Ethereum decentralized test.” Garlinghouse said: “There is no Ethereum decentralization test at the SEC.

Solana Labs co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has addressed the controversy surrounding the blockchain network's recently deleted ad. The advertisement, which aimed to promote the upcoming Solana Accelerate conference, faced harsh criticism for its portrayal of gender issues.

Cryptocurrency markets are rallying as the Fed holds rates, but growth forecasts dip and inflation expectations rise. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $85,363.30 +4% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,032.89 +7.2% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $132.66 +7% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.48 +10.4% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1740 +5.1% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001281 +3.3% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 0.01% and daily active addresses falling by 5.8%.

North Carolina's SB327 and Minnesota's Bitcoin Act both aim to incorporate Bitcoin into state finances, offering new investment and tax payment options.

Bitcoin's liquidity profile is shifting, with a growing share of supply moving into strong hands.

The crypto exchange Bitfinex says Bitcoin could mount recovery rallies in the coming weeks if three factors flip favorably for BTC. In a new report, Bitfinex says that Bitcoin has witnessed shallower corrections this bull cycle, retracing between 18% and 22% before resuming its uptrend.

Michael Saylor's latest move to finance more Bitcoin purchases has reignited debate over the viability of his high-stakes approach. The company now called Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) announced it would issue a new perpetual preferred stock, STRF (“Strife”), at a 10% annual dividend.

Bitwise chief investment officer (CIO) Matt Hougan says that Bitcoin (BTC) is potentially in the middle of a “dip and rip” price action scenario. In a new note to investors, Hougan explains that in moments of crisis, Bitcoin often plunges deeper than the stock market, but then rallies harder on the recovery.

Bitcoin Magazine If Congress Wants To Be Pro Bitcoin, Then Act Like It I'm starting to understand that many pro-Bitcoin congressmen and congresswomen aren't even aware of prosecutions against developers, let's fix that. This post If Congress Wants To Be Pro Bitcoin, Then Act Like It first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Shinobi.

Volatility Shares is launching two Solana (SOL) futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs), the Volatility Shares Solana ETF (SOLZ) and the Volatility Shares 2X Solana ETF (SOLT), on March 20.According to the Securities and Exchange Commission filing, SOLZ will feature a management fee of 0.95% until June 30, 2026, when the management fee will increase to 1.15%. Volatility Shares' 2X Solana ETF gives investors twice the leverage and will feature a 1.85% management fee.

Solana has been struggling since late January, experiencing a sharp decline alongside the broader crypto market. SOL has lost over 60% of its value, with bulls now fighting to hold onto current price levels.