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Riot Sells 3,778 BTC in Q1: Is the Era of Miner HODLing Coming to an End?

Riot Sells 3,778 BTC in Q1: Is the Era of Miner HODLing Coming to an End?

Riot Platforms sold 3,778 Bitcoin in the first quarter of 2026, cashing out $289.5 million. The wave of collective sell-offs by mining companies, along with the collapse in corporate Bitcoin hoarding, is reshaping industry dynamics. This article analyzes the situation from three perspectives: data, narrative, and projection.

Blog Team2026-04-03

Circle Launches cirBTC: An Institutional-Grade Wrapped Bitcoin Token Explained

Circle Launches cirBTC: An Institutional-Grade Wrapped Bitcoin Token Explained

Circle has officially announced its wrapped bitcoin token, cirBTC, designed for the institutional market. Featuring a 1:1 bitcoin reserve and real-time on-chain verification, this product stands out in the market. This article analyzes its product architecture, market landscape, and potential industry impact.

Blog Team2026-04-03

Bitcoin ETFs See $174 Million in Single-Day Outflows—Why Is Grayscale’s Low-Cost Product Attracting Inflows Amid the Trend?

Bitcoin ETFs See $174 Million in Single-Day Outflows—Why Is Grayscale’s Low-Cost Product Attracting Inflows Amid the Trend?

This article reviews capital flow data, examines the macroeconomic context, and explores potential future developments.

Blog Team2026-04-03

NFP Employment Report and Geopolitical Risks: Bitcoin Faces a Dual Stress Test

NFP Employment Report and Geopolitical Risks: Bitcoin Faces a Dual Stress Test

This article explores four scenarios combining NFP data and the ongoing war to project potential trends in the Bitcoin market.

Blog Team2026-04-03

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Retail Investors Exit, Whales Take Over: BTC Holdings See Largest Divergence in a Decade as Whale Ratio on Exchanges Surpasses 60%

Retail Investors Exit, Whales Take Over: BTC Holdings See Largest Divergence in a Decade as Whale Ratio on Exchanges Surpasses 60%

Bitcoin Shifts from Retail to Institutional Dominance: Strategy Acquires Over 88,000 BTC in Q1, Exchange Whale Ratio Surges Past 60% to Decade High, Short-Term Holder Share Drops to 3.98%.

Blog Team2026-04-03

Morgan Stanley MSBT Listing Countdown: How Major Institutions Are Reshaping the Bitcoin ETF Landscape?

Morgan Stanley MSBT Listing Countdown: How Major Institutions Are Reshaping the Bitcoin ETF Landscape?

This article examines this milestone event from three perspectives: fee competition, differences in banking attributes, and strategic positioning.

Blog Team2026-04-03

Latest Bitcoin Market Sentiment Analysis: Extreme Fear Persists for Two Weeks—What’s Happening in the Crypto Market?

Latest Bitcoin Market Sentiment Analysis: Extreme Fear Persists for Two Weeks—What’s Happening in the Crypto Market?

The Fear and Greed Index has dropped to 9, marking its lowest point since March 2020. This article breaks down the components of the index and compares historical trends, analyzing structural signals such as whale ratios and the proportion of short-term holders. We explore investment strategies and potential risks in an environment characterized by extreme fear.

Blog Team2026-04-03

Oil Prices Surpass $116, Fed Rate Cut Hopes Dashed: Is Bitcoin’s "Safe Haven" Narrative Being Redefined?

Oil Prices Surpass $116, Fed Rate Cut Hopes Dashed: Is Bitcoin’s "Safe Haven" Narrative Being Redefined?

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has driven oil prices above $116, and expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut in 2026 have completely vanished. Bitcoin continues to demonstrate resilience under pressure, diverging from traditional safe-haven assets. Market dynamics are undergoing a fundamental shift.

Blog Team2026-04-03

Metaplanet Acquires 5,075 More Bitcoins, Becoming the Third Largest Public Holder Worldwide

Metaplanet Acquires 5,075 More Bitcoins, Becoming the Third Largest Public Holder Worldwide

Metaplanet added 5,075 Bitcoin to its holdings in the first quarter, bringing its total to 40,177 BTC. This makes it the third-largest public company Bitcoin holder worldwide. This article examines the structure of its holdings, cost data, and the market debates surrounding its strategy.

Blog Team2026-04-03