21Shares just announced it will be liquidating two of its exchange-traded funds after a routine review. 21Shares has announced plans to liquidate two of its exchange-traded funds that invest Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) futures.

Changpeng Zhao isn't exactly the stereotypical criminal. But the Binance founder did plea guilty, back in 2023, to violating anti-money-laundering (AML) laws.

A new bill set to be introduced in Congress aims to formalize President Donald Trump's executive order establishing a US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, a move that could further integrate Bitcoin into the nation's financial strategy.Trump signed an executive order on March 7 to use Bitcoin (BTC) seized in government criminal cases to establish a national reserve. The legislation, introduced by US Representative Byron Donalds, seeks to ensure the Bitcoin reserve becomes a permanent fixture, preventing future administrations from dismantling it through executive action.

A White House leak has revealed one of Donald Trump's top bitcoin and crypto officials reportedly said the Trump administration wants to acquire as much bitcoin as possible

TL;DR Bitcoin Reserve Proposal: President Trump's executive order aims to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve with 200,000 Bitcoin and oversee other forfeited cryptocurrencies through the U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile. Opposition Concerns: Congressman Gerald Connolly opposes the plan, citing conflicts of interest, fiscal irresponsibility, and potential personal financial gains for Trump.

Bitcoin's price appears to be still struggling below key levels. So far, the asset still trades below $82,000 marking a slight uptick of 0.3% in the past day and a roughly 24.3% decrease away from its all-time high (ATH) above $109,000 registered in January.

A top White House representative informed crypto leaders this week that the Trump administration is eager to increase its Bitcoin reserves as part of a broader financial strategy. Bo Hines, the Presidential Working Group on Digital Assets lead, shared with attendees of a confidential meeting hosted by the Bitcoin Policy Institute on Tuesday the government's intent to gather substantial Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) stocks, according to those present.

The Bitcoin (BTC -0.06%) chart has been a roller coaster ride recently.

US Representative Byron Donalds is moving fast to make sure that President Donald Trump's executive order on Bitcoin stays locked in for good. Later today, the Florida Republican will introduce a bill to Congress that would prevent any future president from undoing the strategic Bitcoin reserve and crypto stockpile that Trump ordered earlier this month.

TL;DR A total of 35,000 Bitcoin options contracts will expire on March 14, creating uncertainty in the markets. Additionally, an even larger $11 billion expiry is expected on March 28. With a put/call ratio of 0.73, there are more long (call) positions than short (put) ones, suggesting underlying optimism, though bearish bets below $70,000 persist.

The arrest came as part of Operation Crypto Runner, a joint-agency multi-year investigation targeting crypto money launderers in the U.S.

XRP's on-chain activity and price action are showing a sustained recovery, which could be the key signal on the way to new heights for XRP. The transaction count on the network just exceeded the two million mark and the overall network metrics look healthy, suggesting a potential price retrace.

United States Congressman Byron Donalds will introduce a bill on Friday to help implement the executive order by President Donald Trump to create and establish a strategic Bitcoin (BTC) reserve and a crypto stockpile. The legislation will require at least 60 votes in the U.S. Senate and a majority support in the House of Representatives.

Russia has started using crypto for oil trades with China and India as it seeks to bypass Western sanctions, Reuters reported on March 14, citing sources familiar with the matter. According to the report, some Russian oil companies have settled trades in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins like Tether's USDT.

XRP surges as Ripple secures Dubai regulatory approval, boosting adoption and institutional confidence. Read more here

Ethereum in free fall against Bitcoin: mere turbulence or alarm signal? As the ETH/BTC ratio hits its lowest level in 5 years, some traders are fleeing to more profitable altcoins.

With Bitcoin on the verge of a breakout (or rejection), the altcoins are starting to stir. The altcoin market cap could already have bottomed.

U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds plans to introduce a bill to ensure President Donald Trump's executive order that establishes a strategic Bitcoin reserve cannot be overturned by future presidents.

Paul Chowles, a UK National Crime Agency (NCA) officer, faces multiple charges over allegations that he stole 50 Bitcoin BTC during a 2017 investigation.

Despite Bitcoin's recent price downturn, Anthony Scaramucci, the founder of SkyBridge Capital and former White House director of communications during US President Donald Trump's first term, remains optimistic about the future of Bitcoin. Scaramucci said he expects BTC's price to reach $200,000 by the end of 2025.

Amid Ripple settlement negotiations, the SEC is reportedly weighing whether XRP's market behavior justifies classifying it as a commodity.

Analyst Kevin Svenson is offering his outlook on Bitcoin (BTC) as the flagship crypto asset hovers around 24% below the all-time high. In a new strategy session, Svenson tells his 82,800 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin is at a critical juncture that could determine the crypto king's price direction over the coming weeks and months.

The crypto market remains on edge this week, as the tariff tantrum in the United States continues. Bitcoin (BTC) price is below $85,000, while Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) are stuck in a bear market.

Dogecoin (DOGE) is facing increased downward pressure as the death cross formation worsens, pushing prices lower. With short-term moving averages staying below longer-term ones, a swift recovery seems unlikely.

Bitcoin extended losses on Friday, tumbling 1.6% to $81,914.20 as investors braced for the Federal Reserve meeting next week. The leading cryptocurrency was on track for a 5% weekly decline, slipping below the key $80,000 level as global economic tensions intensified.

TL;DR The SEC is reconsidering XRP's classification, assessing whether it should be treated as a commodity rather than a financial security. The lawsuit against Ripple Labs is in its final stages, with the company arguing that the evolving regulatory stance should influence penalty reductions.

Bitcoin Magazine Russia Is Using Bitcoin and Crypto For Its Oil Trades with China and India Russia is turning to bitcoin and crypto to facilitate oil trades with China and India, circumventing sanctions imposed on Ukraine. This post Russia Is Using Bitcoin and Crypto For Its Oil Trades with China and India first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Vivek Sen Bitcoin.

Under the new Donald Trump administration, crypto-friendly policies have fueled a surge in ETF filings beyond Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH). Earlier this week, Franklin Templeton became the largest asset manager to seek approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for an exchange-traded fund (ETF) based on the price of XRP, the fourth-largest crypto by market cap.

The Bitcoin (BTC) price correction has taken a toll on traders, leading to massive sales. The slip below $80k heightened sell pressure, with analysts flagging its movement into oversold territory.

Dogecoin (DOGE) has gained momentum alongside other meme coins as holders set sights on an upswing. The crypto market has suffered headwinds wiping off gains and forcing retail and institutional traders under sell pressures.

Gold rallies on strong ETF inflows, geopolitical uncertainty, and market volatility.

XRP price forms a symmetrical triangle pattern breakout on a multi-year chart highlighting chances of another 500% rally from here onwards.

Historical analysis on S&P 500 and bitcoin corrections.

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On Thursday, March 13, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) website published a document titled ‘Comprehensive Proposal: XRP as a Strategic Financial Asset for the U.S.,' immediately sparking interest and speculation.

According to the latest financial statements made public, at least six members of Donald Trump's presidential cabinet hold investments in bitcoin, with a combined total value reaching several million dollars. This revelation aligns perfectly with the president's promise to make the United States the "global superpower of Bitcoin.

On-chain data shows Bitcoin and the altcoins have seen their trading volume decline recently, a sign that trader interest in the market is waning. Trading Volume Is Down Across The Cryptocurrency Sector In a new post on X, the on-chain analytics firm Santiment has discussed about how the trading volume has changed for the various assets in the cryptocurrency sector.

The 50 BTC allegedly stolen by the National Crime Agency officer would have been worth $77,000 in 2017—and $4 million today.

It has been years of back and forth, and Ripple and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are still mired in a legal showdown, though the end might finally be in sight.

Bitcoin faces a potential bear market in 2025 as the BTC/XAU ratio flashes a bearish signal. With gold surging past $3,000, Bitcoin's downside risk grows—could it fall to $49,000?

Bitcoin ETFs saw a net outflow of $143 million on Thursday, March 13, resuming their downward trend, while ether ETFs continued their decline with a $74 million outflow, marking seven consecutive days of losses.

Ripple (XRP) price could be on the verge of a major breakout if the SEC vs. Ripple lawsuit settlement leads to the US government buying $125M worth of XRP tokens.

The total number of XRP addresses smashed through an all-time high of 6.87 million on March 1, despite XRP's price sitting well below its peak, as per Glassnode data retrieved by on-chain crypto analyst Ali Martinez.

Russian businesses are turning to cryptocurrency for trade deals with China and India.

It is an argument that resurfaces time and again: why was Ethereum (ETH) allowed to evolve into what regulators now call a commodity, while XRP found itself in the crosshairs of the SEC?

Larry Fink sounds the alarm: Bitcoin could lead to a major crisis. Discover his full analysis in this article!

BlackRock is likely to file for both Solana and XRP exchange-traded funds, according to Nate Geraci, president of The ETF Store. In a Mar.

With the U.S. stock market still dropping like a stone, the chances for Bitcoin to reverse its current downtrend are few. It appears that this could all be part of a major strategy by President Trump to lower inflation, and thereby rates, and so be able to refinance $9 trillion of US debt.