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Expert trader Ali Martinez predicts a potential Ethereum (ETH) price surge following key indicators, including an ascending triangle formation and bullish MVRV ratio. Despite current volatility, optimism grows for a rebound above $3,600 if market conditions improve.

India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Mumbai resident Sunil Nellathu Ramakrishnan on March 26, 2026, identifying him as a central kingpin in a transnational trafficking network that lured unsuspecting Indians with fake job offers before forcing them into crypto fraud compounds in Myanmar’s Myawaddy region.

Fannie Mae in the United States will accept cryptocurrency as a down payment for home loans without requiring it to be converted into cash, operating through a dual-loan structure. Homebuyers can collateralize Bitcoin or USDC and retain their crypto assets, but the borrowing costs are higher than traditional methods. As long as payments are made on time, cryptocurrency price fluctuations will not trigger liquidation, providing a new pathway for home purchases. This plan responds to the demand from young homebuyers for digital assets and may accelerate market development.

Onyxcoin (XCN) has gained traction with a price rise to $0.0053 and a 203% increase in daily trading volume. Technical indicators suggest a bullish trend, though potential bearish corrections could arise if support levels fail.

Opera just committed $160 million in tokens to a single blockchain position, proving that institutional capital is entering crypto at a scale that changes the math for everyone watching. But the dogecoin price prediction gets its own catalysts this week as Qubic launches DOGE mining on

What to know: The Problem: 90% of stables are "dead weight." Issuers take your fiat, buy T-bills, and keep 100% of the yield - a massive "hidden tax" on users. The Opportunity: Over $11B in DAO treasuries and $1.2B in DEX liquidity is currently unproductive. Emerging Solutions: I

_Ethereum Wallet sold 7,302 ETH worth $15.14M at $2,073 after four years of staking via Lido._ _Initial 6,442 ETH deposit earned 860 ETH in rewards, increasing total holdings to 7,302 ETH._ _Total profit reached $5.33M from staking rewards and Ethereum price increase over four years._ A

ARK Invest is turning to Kalshi’s prediction-market data to sharpen its investment research, marking a notable step for how institutions can incorporate crowd-sourced probability signals into traditional financial workflows. The asset manager says it will use real-time market expectations from Kalsh

XRP has dropped to around $1.35 after a sharp sell-off, influenced by forced liquidations and bearish trader sentiment. The price remains under $1.40, with key support at $1.35 that could determine future volatility and direction.

The UAE is promoting the establishment of a multinational naval task force called the "Hormuz Security Force" to protect the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian attacks and provide escort for merchant vessels. The UAE hopes to gain international support and is collaborating with Bahrain to promote relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions. Gulf countries have differing positions on this issue, with the UAE and Bahrain strongly condemning Iran, while countries like Saudi Arabia face strategic dilemmas. The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz impacts the global energy market, and demand countries are assessing alternative routes to address the crisis.

Ukraine's drone strikes have exacerbated oil market instability during the Iran war, complicating Trump's efforts to stabilize prices. This disruption risks prolonged high oil prices, leading to inflation and potential Fed rate hikes, which could challenge cryptocurrency stability.

_Each 10% Bitcoin drawdown adds ~80 days, with the current recovery timeline estimated at nearly 300 days._ _Q1 2026 Bitcoin options expiry covers ~40% of open interest, with max pain anchored near $75,000._ _MARA sold 15,133 BTC at $65,300, posting a ~$236M loss while saving $88M via

The world's largest stablecoin issuer, Tether, will undergo a comprehensive audit by KPMG and has hired PricewaterhouseCoopers to assist in preparing internal systems, with the audit scope going beyond the current proof of reserves to enhance transparency. This move aims to address the compliance requirements of the U.S. GENIUS Act and to alleviate market concerns about its financial stability, supporting future financing plans of $15 to $20 billion.

In brief India’s CBI arrests Mumbai-based facilitator linked to Southeast Asia scam compound trafficking network. Victims were forced into crypto and online fraud operations inside Myanmar-based

Ether’s (ETH) liquid supply on the Ethereum network continues to tighten, with exchange netflows, rising staking participation, and declining exchange reserves all pointing to a shrinking pool of readily available tokens.  Analysts suggest this supply contraction may mark the early stages of a

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure The Department of Labor’s (DOL) proposed rule to allow crypto investment options for 401(k) retirement plans has cleared the White House’s regulatory review, bringing digital assets closer to the

U.S. lawmakers have introduced the "2026 Financial Prediction Market Public Integrity Act," which aims to prohibit government officials from using non-public information to place bets in prediction markets and requires the reporting of bets exceeding $250. The bill broadly defines insider information, with violations facing penalties of up to double the profits gained. This legislation reflects an increase in U.S. regulation of prediction markets.

Bitcoin has demonstrated greater resilience than traditional safe-haven assets during the Iran war, attracting net inflows and showing stronger liquidity conditions while gold and silver have faced sharp outflows and position unwinds, according to JPMorgan analysts led by managing director Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou.

David Schwartz, Ripple's CTO Emeritus, refutes a rumor claiming the company secretly allocated most of its XRP escrow to hidden institutional players. He emphasizes the importance of organic growth without artificial incentives for banks.