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Texas-based apparel company Beba and crypto lobby group DeFi Education Fund have withdrawn a 2024 lawsuit against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over its approach to airdrops, citing a recent shift in the regulator’s approach to crypto. Beba launched a free token airdrop in March 2024 and, together with the DeFi Education Fund, filed a pre-enforcement challenge against the SEC that year. The lawsuit alleged the regulator had adopted its digital asset enforcement policy without a formal notice-and-comment rulemaking process, in violation of the Administrative Procedure Act. The voluntary dismissal, filed in the US District Court for the…

Ethereum is pushing higher after reclaiming a major support area above $2,100, while short term charts show the rally nearing an important resistance zone. Together, the two setups point to a simple question: can $ETH hold above support long enough to extend toward $2,800, or will a pullback start first? Ethereum Reclaims $2.1K Zone and Opens Path Toward $2.8K Ethereum has moved back above the key high timeframe area near $2,100 to $2,166. That zone now matters most. The chart shows $ETH bouncing from support near $1,808 and pushing into a range it traded in for much of 2024. As…

Key takeaways Blockchain technology is poised to create scarcity in the digital realm, leading to new forms of value. The crypto industry is expected to grow exponentially, impacting wealth generation and the art market. Attention has emerged as a vital currency in the digital age, influencing human behavior and interactions. The internet has transformed attention into a gamified pursuit, affecting societal dynamics. Middle America possesses a unique culture often underestimated by outsiders. Digital art within the crypto space represents a new cultural movement on the internet. Great art often serves as a form of rebellion against societal norms and systems.…

The group of local individuals that handled the Onecoin scheme in Cordoba, Argentina, received jail sentences of up to 9 years and agreed to provide compensation to the plaintiffs. Another case involving bank employees linked to the crypto scheme is also being processed. Argentine Arm of Onecoin Sentenced to 71+ Years in Prison While Onecoin, one of the largest Ponzi schemes in cryptocurrency history, exploded in 2019, legal actions targeting people linked to the operation are still happening. The Argentine arm of Onecoin, integrated by 12 individuals, was sentenced to up to 9 years in jail after the group confessed…

In a significant shift for digital asset markets, U.S. spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded a collective net outflow of $55.69 million on March 18, 2025, according to data from Trader T. This development marks the first net capital exit after seven consecutive trading days of inflows, signaling a potential change in investor sentiment toward the second-largest cryptocurrency. The data, compiled from daily fund flows, provides a granular look at the performance of major issuers in this rapidly evolving financial product category. Analyzing the U.S. Spot Ethereum ETF Outflow The March 18th outflow represents a notable pivot in the short-term…

Democratic lawmakers are trying to put a stop to potential manipulation of prediction markets by government officials who bet on events they know are happening, such as U.S. military actions, according to a new bill being introduced Tuesday. The Banning Event Trading on Sensitive Operations and Federal Functions (BETS OFF) Act would outlaw corrupt wagers from those who already know the outcome of matters including government action, terrorism, war, assassination and other events the bettor has inside knowledge of. It’s backed by Senator Chris Murphy, a Connecticut Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee who has been a prominent critic…

Bitcoin ($BTC) mining profitability has come under significant pressure due to rising costs and geopolitical tensions. According to data from the on-chain analytics platform Checkonchain, as of mid-March, the average cost of producing one Bitcoin has risen to approximately $88,000. In contrast, the Bitcoin price is trading around $69,000. This reveals that miners are losing an average of $19,000 per $BTC they produce, operating with a negative margin of approximately 21%. The cost pressure stems not only from falling prices but also from rising energy costs. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly developments centered around Iran, have pushed oil…

A new market signal is flashing caution for Ethereum traders, as leverage levels on Binance surge beyond previous highs. According to CryptoQuant analyst Moreno DV, roughly 75% of $ETH exposure on Binance is now tied to leveraged positions. This marks a full recovery and expansion following the October 10, 2025, market-wide deleveraging event, during which $19 billion evaporated from markets. Key Points Ethereum leverage on Binance has surged to 75%, marking a full recovery since the October 2025 deleveraging event. Binance is the only major exchange where $ETH leverage has exceeded pre-deleveraging levels, signaling rising risk. Analysts say recent $ETH…

Key takeaways Copper is viewed as the ultimate industrial metal, reflecting economic growth, while gold primarily serves as a store of value. The simultaneous rise in copper, silver, and gold indicates a complex interplay in the metals market beyond simple dollar debasement. Hoarding due to concerns over the availability of critical minerals is driving the current rise in commodity prices. Dedollarization is prompting a move away from dollar-denominated assets, influenced by geopolitical events. Silver’s dual role as an industrial metal and a store of value makes it highly desirable in China. Emerging market central banks are diversifying away from Western…

Ethereum trades near key support as an analyst watches for a bounce, but a failure to hold could expose the market to further downside pressure. The Ethereum ($ETH) price is hovering near $2,137, down 0.5% on the day. This comes amid a session marked by sharp swings between $2,104 and $2,187. The chart points to a strong start, with $ETH climbing toward the top of the daily range before momentum faded and sellers pushed the price lower into the second half of the session. A later rebound showed that buyers were still willing to defend lower levels, but the recovery…