Analysts suggest that modifications to Basel banking regulations could unlock substantial liquidity for Bitcoin. The Basel rules, which govern how financial institutions hold capital reserves, currently restrict how much crypto assets banks can hold. According to reporting, loosening these restrictions could increase institutional Bitcoin holdings. The exact impact depends on regulatory changes and adoption by major financial institutions.
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Social media trends show focus on scalability and decentralization
Social media discussion around crypto is currently centered on scalability and decentralized systems, according to Santiment’s trend analysis. Top trending topics include kharg (770.3), velomomentsmar12 (424.7), scalable (314.5), and FAM (300.3). Other prominent themes include bounty programs, ecosystem development, and blockchain security, indicating ongoing interest in protocol improvements and network robustness among crypto communities.
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Bitcoin approaches historic bear market bottom as key indicators signal undervaluation, reports Bloomberg
According to Bloomberg, Bitcoin may be nearing a record low in its bear market, signaling a potential opportunity for traders.
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BlackRock reports 90% of Bitcoin ETF holders maintained positions during market volatility
BlackRock stated that 90% of its Bitcoin ETF holders did not exit their positions during recent market turbulence, suggesting institutional confidence in the asset. On-chain data corroborates this claim, showing minimal outflows from major Bitcoin holdings during the volatility period. The data indicates that long-term holders continued accumulating or maintaining exposure rather than capitulating to price pressure.
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Custodia loses five-year Fed master account appeal in 7-3 court decision
A federal appeals court ruled against Custodia’s bid for a master account with the Federal Reserve, effectively ending a five-year legal fight. The 7-3 decision comes shortly after the Kansas City Fed approved Kraken for the first-ever crypto master account, marking a contrasting outcome in the industry’s push for direct Fed banking access. Custodia had sought the account to offer banking services to crypto firms, but the court’s decision suggests regulatory hurdles remain significant for smaller custodians seeking Fed privileges.
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Market Bulletin #3
Total market cap stands at $2.41T with 24-hour volume at $62.04B. Bitcoin dominance holds at 58.74% while Ethereum dominance sits at 10.42%. BTC declined 0.56% in 24 hours to $70.7K but remains up 5.15% weekly. ETH fell 1.09% to $2.1K with a 6.03% weekly gain. SOL showed the steepest 24-hour drop among major coins at -2.01% to $87.02. HYPE led gainers with a 4.59% surge to $38.17, while DEXE topped the broader market with a 12.30% jump. On the flip side, CRV fell 4.83% and ETHFI dropped 4.53%. Whale activity signals mixed sentiment with 927 BTC and 870 BTC deposited to major exchanges, offset by 2.491 BTC withdrawals. Treasury yields rose slightly with the 2-year yield climbing to 3.76 from 3.64, and 10-year yield at 4.27. Babylon Protocol (BABY) TVL declined 23.1% to $1.8B, signaling reduced confidence in the DeFi sector. Long/short ratios show moderate bullish positioning with BTC at 1.33 and SOL at 2.47. Overall market sentiment remains cautiously neutral with no extreme fear or greed indicators present.
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US financial funds see record 3.8 billion outflow in weekly data
US financial funds posted a record outflow of 3.8 billion USD in the week ending Wednesday, marking the largest weekly withdrawal on record. This surpasses previous records set during the April 2025 sell-off, the 2022 bear market, and the 2020 pandemic crash. The 4-week moving average of outflows has also increased, suggesting sustained pressure on traditional financial assets.
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TRON memes sector slides 10.8% as volume surges
The TRON memes sector is experiencing a downturn with market cap declining 10.8%, while trading volume jumped 26.9%. The category currently includes 48 tokens, suggesting active repositioning within the segment despite the broader price weakness.
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S&P 500 futures liquidity drops to $5.1 million amid geopolitical tension
Liquidity in S&P 500 futures has fallen to $5.1 million, approaching levels not seen since April 2025. Top-of-book depth has declined 80% since the beginning of the year and now sits 61% below the historical average of approximately $13 million, according to market data. The sharp contraction reflects reduced market participation during a period of geopolitical uncertainty.
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Hoskinson’s decentralized compute outlook questioned
Charles Hoskinson’s predictions about the future of decentralized compute infrastructure may not align with current market trends and technical developments. The statement raises questions about the assumptions underlying major projects in this space and their ability to scale as originally envisioned.