XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) is up 2% on Friday despite ETF outflows on Thursday as derivatives volume exploded 35% over the last 24 hours.

The ETF Outflow Problem

XRP spot ETFs recorded $6.08 million in net outflows on March 12, extending a streak of redemptions even as technical momentum improved. 

Total net assets sit at $967.77 million, but flow patterns have been unstable with big inflows on March 6 and 9 totaling $34.73 million, then outflows on March 5, 10, and 12.

U.S.-listed XRP ETFs recorded roughly $3.9 million in outflows during the session. The negative flows suggest institutional investors are trimming positions despite the price rally.

The Short Squeeze Catalyst

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SOLAI Limited (NYSE:SLAI) shares are down on Friday morning following a preliminary non-binding proposal from Chaince Digital Holdings Inc. to acquire all outstanding shares at a price of $3.069 per ADS.

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The proposal represents a purchase price that is 110% of the company’s net asset value per ordinary share as of Sept. 30, 2025.

The final purchase price will be adjusted based on the most recent quarter-end net asset value, with a cap not to exceed $3.20 per ADS.

In addition, the board of directors has yet to make any decisions regarding the proposal, indicating that there is no guarantee of a definitive…

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Bitcoin’s (CRYPTO: BTC) four-year market cycle still appears intact, but 2026 may be too early to declare the end of the bear market, according to a prominent analyst.

Bitcoin Cycle Still Aligns With History

Benjamin Cowen said on Thursday that Bitcoin’s long-standing cycle pattern remains largely consistent with previous market cycles, despite claims on social media that the structure has broken.

According to Cowen, many investors believe the cycle failed because Bitcoin did not reach the extreme price targets they expected or because altcoins underperformed.

However, historical data suggests the cycle has followed a similar timeline to past market peaks.

Cowen noted that Bitcoin’s major…

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Token2049 postponed its Dubai crypto conference from April 2026 to April 2027 citing ongoing uncertainty in the region as the United Arab Emirates faces missile strikes from Iran, with around 15,000 attendees expected at the event.

The Safety Decision

Organizers announced the postponement Friday “in light of the ongoing uncertainty in the region and its impact on safety, international travel and logistics.” The two-day event will now take place April 21-22, 2027.

Dubai authorities reported at least two strikes Thursday morning after residents received missile alerts overnight, underlining the threat to the financial and tourist hub long seen as a safe haven. 

Dubai also reported further…

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Bitcoin seems to have entered a new bull market unnoticed.

The largest cryptocurrency in the world has gained 20.5% since its February low. Technically, it meets the standard threshold for a bull market.

The gain comes despite escalating tensions between Iran and the U.S., and oil prices nearing $100 a barrel due to Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

The gain has also helped Bitcoin post its best week and month since September, showing its ability to remain strong even as other markets struggle amid heightened geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns.

Investment vehicles that are tied to cryptocurrency are also reflecting this momentum.

Bitcoin ETFs See Fresh Inflows

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Bitcoin climbed to $72,000 on Friday, with Bitcoin ETFs seeing $53.9 million in net inflows on Thursday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $72.4 million in net inflows.  

Meme coin market capitalization spiked 10.1% to $34.8 billion over the past 24 hours.

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Analysts at Bitfinex noted that since Operation Epic Fury, Bitcoin has gained roughly 6%, while the S&P 500 has fallen about 3%, hinting that the cryptocurrency may be starting to diverge from equities.

Historically, Bitcoin tends to fall more sharply than stocks during downturns but also bottom earlier, and recent market behaviour may reflect that pattern.

Trader CryptosBatman said Ethereum is closely mirroring its Q1 2025…

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Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) shares are trending upward in Friday’s premarket session. The move follows a recovery in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) prices.

The digital asset climbed 3.22% over the last 24 hours to trade at $72,180.87. Nasdaq futures are up 0.18% while S&P 500 futures have gained 0.21%.

Massive Bitcoin Acquisition Boosts Sentiment

Investor confidence grew following Strategy’s last week’s $1.28 billion Bitcoin purchase. The company acquired 17,994 BTC at an average price of $70,946. This marks the firm’s 11th consecutive week of accumulation.

Strategy now holds Bitcoin valued at $52.65 billion, exceeding its $47 billion market valuation.

Executive Chairman Michael Saylor commented on…

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Solana’s (CRYPTO: SOL) official X account teased the cryptocurrency as a kind of “precious metal” on Thursday, sparking curiosity across the community.

‘Solanamaxxing’ In The Air

Solana’s post quoted Phantom wallet’s “precious metal maxxing” image with its own version showing metal bars arranged to resemble the Solana logo.

When asked whether the “intern” was “Solanamaxxing,” the handle replied, “Always.”

Several custom metal-themed artworks from community members also came in response.

Only time will tell whether this was just another engaging post sign of something more significant in the ecosystem.

Earlier this week, Solana’s X handle teased a major reveal through a…

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