Crypto Market
Bitmine accelerates ETH buys amid Lee's 'mini-crypto winter' endgame call
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Building on recent accumulation, Bitmine Immersion Technologies added 60,976 ether last week—its largest 2026 weekly purchase—pushing holdings past 4.5 million tokens despite $7.8 billion unrealized losses. Chairman Thomas Lee views prices as nearing the end of a 'mini-crypto winter,' justifying faster buying. Staking now yields $174 million annually.
The cryptocurrency market experienced a downturn on March 8, 2026, mirroring declines in traditional equities amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions that drove oil prices up nearly 20%. Bitcoin traded below $66,000, while altcoins like Ether and Solana also slipped. However, by the following day, some digital assets showed modest gains despite ongoing market volatility.
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Bitcoin's price has fallen below $68,000 as escalating US-Iran conflicts drive volatility in cryptocurrency markets. The drop follows a US-Israel attack on Iran and recent statements from leaders on both sides, compounded by weak US jobs data. Other major coins like Ethereum and XRP have also declined.
The cryptocurrency market showed signs of recovery this week, buoyed by softer U.S. inflation data at 2.4 percent and a robust labor market, which raised expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. While major coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum remained subdued, smaller altcoins dominated with significant gains. However, some tokens faced sharp declines amid shifting investor sentiment.
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Bitcoin has bounced back modestly after flirting with US$60,000 last week, following a roughly 50% drop from its October 2025 high. Altcoins continue to underperform as investors shift capital toward AI stocks and more durable crypto assets. This rotation reflects broader market caution amid hawkish Federal Reserve expectations and economic uncertainties.
Bitcoin has held steady around $93,000, but the cryptocurrency market is preparing for potential volatility. This comes as global leaders at the Davos forum discuss trade war rhetoric, including tariff headlines. A Kraken executive has warned of a bumpy week ahead for crypto investors.
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For the first time, open interest in Bitcoin options has exceeded that of futures, reaching $74.1 billion compared to $65.22 billion as of mid-January. This shift highlights a move toward more structured risk management in the market. Institutions are increasingly using options for hedging and volatility strategies rather than simple directional bets.
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