Bitcoin trades above $71,000 on Tuesday morning as ETFs saw $167.2 million in net inflows on Monday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $16.2 million in net outflows.  

Meme coin market capitalization trades 1.2% higher over the past 24 hours to $33.5 billion.

Trader Commentary:

Analyst Lennaert Snyder said Bitcoin is testing a key resistance level, adding that he is positioned short and may increase exposure if lower-timeframe structure turns bearish.

He identified $67,500 as a downside target, while a reclaim of $71,367 on the four-hour chart would shift bias bullish and open a move toward $74,672.

Trader Ted Pillows noted Ethereum reclaimed $2,150 on improving macro sentiment, as markets price…

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An influential cryptocurrency analyst spotted on Monday a “golden entry window” for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), serving as a launchpad for a new 4-year cycle.

‘Countdown To The Next Bitcoin Vertical Move’

In an X post, Ali Martinez stated that Bitcoin is nearing its “final discount” window before the next bull market.

According to Martinez, if the current fractal pattern holds, the period between Oct. 6 and Oct. 16 could emerge as a prime entry opportunity with a buy zone between $41,500 and $45,000. In other words, they believe Bitcoin’s price still has significant downside.

“This could be the launchpad to start a new 4-year cycle. The countdown to the next Bitcoin vertical…

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Can investors make any money off the AI Agent projects on-chain? 

Still, “The AI agent narrative is one of the hottest in crypto right now and capital is chasing it hard, with both the excitement and the recklessness that implies,” said MinChi Park, CO-founder and COO of CoinFello.

“Three names that keep coming up in conversations I’m having include the Virtuals Protocol, which is arguably the project that first kicked off the AI agent token meta,” she said. “Virtuals built a vibrant ecosystem of autonomous AI agents with applications in gaming and social media, and I think this versatility is why so many people are chasing it.”

Anyone can use Virtuals Protocol to build an AI agent and…

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BlackRock Inc. (NYSE:BLK) CEO and Chair Larry Fink stated on Monday that tokenization has the potential to simplify investment issuance, trading and access.

Tokenization Will Coexist With TradFi, Says Fink

In his 2026 Annual Chairman’s Letter, Fink compared the current state of tokenization to the internet in 1996.

“It won’t replace the existing financial system overnight. Instead, picture a bridge being built from both sides of a river, converging in the middle,” Fink added. “On one side stand traditional institutions. On the other are digital-first innovators: stablecoin issuers, fintechs, public blockchains.”

Fink envisioned a future where people could use their digital…

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Customize Your PENGU Using Amazon

Pudgy World said it has “officially landed” on the e-commerce website, introducing Pudgy World traits—customization options for penguin avatars in the free-to-play game.

These exclusive digital traits, including hats, clothing, and accessories, have prices ranging from $4.99 for common to $7.99 for epic rarities. They are redeemable through the new Pudgy Pass system for in-game customization without the need for cryptocurrency wallets.

Note that Pudgy Penguins’ merchandise line—featuring plushies, keychains, blind bags, and additional items—has been available on Amazon since 2023.

The Good And The Bad

‘Pudgy World,’ which was launched earlier…

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NovaBay Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE:NBY) announced Monday its corporate name change to Stablecoin Development Corporation, signaling a full shift toward a cryptocurrency-focused strategy.

From Pharms To Crypto

The biotech firm will also adopt a new ticker symbol, SDEV, which is expected to take effect on April 3, according to the press release.

The company’s CEO, Michael Kazley, stated, “The name change to Stablecoin Development Corporation reflects our conviction that stablecoins represent the most compelling structural opportunity in digital finance.”

The firm has pivoted from a pharmaceutical focus to become an “on-chain holding company,” focusing on long-haul bets in…

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The Bullish Trade

Bullish, a digital asset platform, recently released its fourth-quarter 2025 results. The company, known for its market infrastructure and information services, reported its financials on February 5, 2025.

Bullish reported fourth-quarter adjusted revenue of $92.5 million and adjusted EBITDA of $44.5 million, both rising year-over-year, while net loss widened to $563.6 million. Adjusted net income improved to $28.9 million despite a slight dip in digital asset sales to $64.3 billion.

The company said it expects 2026 subscription, services and other revenue of $220 million to $250 million, with adjusted operating expenses projected between $210 million and $230… Read more on Benzinga

Bitcoin spiked above $71,000 as U.S.-Iran talks seem to advance towards a conclusion of the war.

Notable Statistics:

Coinglass data shows 165,632 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $831.23 million.       

SoSoValue data shows net outflows of $52.1 million from spot Bitcoin ETFs on Friday. Spot Ethereum ETFs saw net outflows of $41.97 million.

In the past 24 hours, top losers include Siren, River and Kaspa.

Notable Developments:

Trader Notes: CryptosBatman noted Bitcoin is showing a hidden bullish divergence supported by improving macro sentiment. However, he noted the price remains below key resistance, meaning the move could either extend into a short rally or…

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