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  • Bitcoin Dips Toward $80K as Middle East Tensions Rattle Crypto Markets

    Bitcoin Dips Toward $80K as Middle East Tensions Rattle Crypto Markets

    Bitcoin fell toward $80,000 as escalating Middle East tensions and a rejection near the $82,000 resistance level triggered a wave of selling across cryptocurrency markets. The broader crypto market cap dropped 1.4%, while several major altcoins posted deeper losses, though the altcoin market as a whole retained its weekly gains.

    Middle East Geopolitical Risks Halt Bitcoin’s Rally at $82K

    Bitcoin had approached $82,000 on Saturday after recovering from a three-week low of $75,000 earlier in the week. However, buyers failed to push the price above that resistance level. The cryptocurrency then dropped by nearly $2,000 as traders reduced exposure to riskier assets.

    The reversal followed reports of escalating hostilities involving Saudi Arabia, Iran and Iran-backed Houthi forces. Drone and missile attacks reportedly led Iran to issue a “Code 100” security alert. The heightened uncertainty placed additional pressure on crypto prices during weekend trading, when market liquidity can be lower.

    Bitcoin’s decline broadly matched the wider market move. The total cryptocurrency market value lost about $40 billion over the day, falling to approximately $2.74 trillion. Bitcoin’s market capitalization declined to around $1.61 trillion, while its market dominance moved closer to 59%.

    Technical conditions also contributed to the pullback. Bitcoin faced rejection near the recent swing high of $82,262, while its seven-day relative strength index reached 69.8. In addition, 24-hour trading volume fell 39.23%, signaling that fresh demand weakened after the recent rally.

    Major Altcoins Fall as Avalanche Records Gains

    Several large-cap altcoins followed Bitcoin lower. Ethereum dropped 2.6% after failing to hold its advance near $2,630. BNB struggled around $750, XRP slipped below $1.40 and Solana traded under $110. Hyperliquid’s HYPE token also retreated after reaching a record high.

    Privacy-focused cryptocurrencies recorded some of the steepest declines after a short-lived rally earlier in the week. Zcash fell about 8.2% to $1,443, while Monero declined 8.6% to around $523. Uniswap, NEAR Protocol, Chainlink, Aave and Rain also traded lower during the session.

    Avalanche moved against the broader trend, rising more than 11% to trade above $9.60. Ethena, Pepe and M also posted gains. The mixed performance showed that buying continued in selected tokens despite the wider risk-off move.

    Meanwhile, TradingView’s OTHERS index, which measures the market value of the top 125 cryptocurrencies excluding the 10 largest, remained up 11.52% over seven days. The index also gained 38.22% over one month and 29.05% over six months. However, it was still down 32.63% over the past year.

    Altcoin Breakout Awaits Weekly Confirmation

    Crypto analyst Ash Crypto said the altcoin market was attempting to break above a downtrend that had lasted almost two years. He described the move as the first credible breakout attempt in that period but warned that confirmation was still missing.

    “It’s too early to call an altseason,” the analyst said, pointing to the need for a weekly close above the long-running trendline. His assessment leaves doubt over whether the latest rally marks a lasting market shift or another failed breakout.

    If the altcoin market closes above the trendline, the move could gain technical confirmation. However, a rejection may place the $160 billion to $190 billion market-cap zone back in focus.

    Key Levels to Watch for Bitcoin

    For Bitcoin, $77,636 remains the main near-term support. Holding that level could allow another test of $82,000. A break below it may expose the next support near $76,545. Middle East developments and Bitcoin’s reaction around these price levels remain the main factors to watch.

  • Oil Price Slide Lifts Wall Street Futures as Inflation Worries Cool

    Oil Price Slide Lifts Wall Street Futures as Inflation Worries Cool

    US stock futures moved higher on Friday, led by the NASDAQ 100, as falling oil prices helped ease inflation concerns after a volatile week for financial markets.

    Futures Rally at the Open

    At 7:00 a.m. ET, NASDAQ 100 E-minis were up 166.25 points, or 0.56%. S&P 500 E-minis rose 21.5 points, or 0.13%, while Dow E-minis added 83 points, or 0.16%. The gains followed Thursday’s rebound, when major US indexes recovered part of the losses triggered by the Federal Reserve’s latest rate increase.

    Oil Prices Ease for a Third Straight Session

    Brent crude and US West Texas Intermediate futures dropped nearly 2% each on Friday. Although tensions between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis kept supply risks in focus, lower crude prices helped reduce pressure on inflation expectations. Energy costs are closely watched because higher fuel and transport expenses can feed into consumer prices.

    Oil had already weakened on Thursday, with US crude closing 0.51% lower at USD 101.91 per barrel and Brent falling 0.95% to USD 104.82. Reports that Saudi Arabia would make more crude cargoes available to Asian refiners also eased concerns about near-term supply.

    Treasury yields also retreated. The 10-year US Treasury yield fell more than seven basis points to 4.93% on Thursday after moving above 5% following the Fed’s rate decision.

    Tech Stocks Anchor the Recovery

    Technology stocks remained a key source of strength. NVIDIA rose about 1% in premarket trading on Friday, while Alphabet gained around 2%. Apple slipped 0.2%. On Thursday, NVIDIA and Amazon added more than 2% each, Microsoft advanced 1.5%, Intel jumped 7% and Qualcomm rose about 2%.

    The Dow Jones Industrial Average ended Thursday up 316.14 points, or 0.61%, at 51,778.04. The S&P 500 climbed 1.14% to 7,637.76, while the NASDAQ Composite rose 1.69% to 26,418.30.

    AI Spending and Earnings Concerns

    Investors continued to assess the outlook for artificial intelligence spending after several industry executives called for slower development of advanced AI systems. Goldman Sachs chief US equity strategist Ben Snider said concerns had emerged that strong corporate earnings could represent an “earnings bubble.” However, he wrote that the firm’s base case expects S&P 500 earnings growth to “decelerate, not collapse” in coming years.

    Mixed Fund Flows and Market Breadth

    Investor positioning presented a mixed picture. Bank of America data showed investors added a net USD 79.3 billion to stocks in the week through Wednesday, including USD 63.8 billion directed toward US equities. However, separate LSEG Lipper data showed global equity funds recorded USD 23.21 billion in net withdrawals in the week through September 16 — the largest weekly outflow in nine months. US equity funds recorded USD 31.44 billion in withdrawals.

    Technology, financial and consumer discretionary funds still attracted new money, with combined sector inflows helping equity sector funds record their strongest weekly demand in six weeks. Market breadth remained uneven: just over half of S&P 500 companies were trading below their 200-day moving averages, showing that gains in major indexes remained concentrated in a smaller group of stocks.

    Trading activity could also increase on Friday because of “triple witching,” the quarterly expiry of stock options, index options and futures contracts.

  • Corporate Bitcoin Purchases Decline Sharply as Treasury Appetite Cools

    Corporate Bitcoin Purchases Decline Sharply as Treasury Appetite Cools

    Corporate Bitcoin Accumulation Slows Sharply

    Publicly listed companies have significantly reduced their Bitcoin purchases as falling prices and tighter financing conditions dampen corporate demand. Over the past three months, this group added just 5,900 BTC, compared with more than 100,000 BTC during the same period last year. Strategy contributed most of the recent buying after acquiring 4,603 BTC in late August.

    Bitcoin was trading near $76,400, below the roughly $80,500 average entry price for corporate treasuries. That leaves many corporate Bitcoin positions underwater relative to their reported average purchase cost. Meanwhile, positive ETF inflows offer some support, while negative Coinbase premiums point to weaker U.S. spot demand. A steady stablecoin supply also suggests limited liquidity growth across the broader crypto market.

    Strategy Dominates Recent Corporate Buying

    Strategy accounted for most of the sector’s recent purchases. The NASDAQ-listed company added 4,603 BTC over three weeks in late August, spending $370 million at an average price of $80,318 per Bitcoin. That purchase represented the bulk of the 5,900 BTC added by publicly listed companies over the past three months.

    Still, Strategy paused further accumulation by mid-September. Its filings showed holdings unchanged at 845,050 BTC for a second straight week. Those holdings carried a market value of about $65.7 billion at the reported price level. Instead, the company repurchased $139.3 million of its STRC preferred shares, directing capital toward its preferred equity rather than adding Bitcoin during that period.

    Corporate Treasury Models Face Market Pressure

    The number of listed companies holding Bitcoin reached 179 by September 2026, according to SatsIntel. Many use variations of the same treasury model: raise capital, purchase Bitcoin, and aim to increase Bitcoin exposure per share.

    This model depends on access to capital and favorable share valuations. Weaker share premiums and tighter financing conditions can therefore reduce the funds available for additional Bitcoin purchases. The 50 largest listed Bitcoin treasury companies have lost a combined $83 billion in market value since July 2025, while financing conditions tightened and premiums between company shares and underlying Bitcoin holdings weakened.

    Analysts have pointed to Bitcoin per fully diluted share as another measure of corporate treasury performance. This calculation accounts for debt and preferred stock claims rather than focusing only on total Bitcoin holdings. Nakamoto Inc. and Satsuma Technology illustrate the risks when access to capital weakens, as their reversals show how financing conditions can affect companies that depend on markets to fund Bitcoin purchases.

    Mixed Crypto Signals Point to Softer Demand

    Corporate Bitcoin buying has slowed while other market indicators remain mixed. Bitcoin traded near $76,400, leaving the average corporate treasury entry price near $80,500 above the market price.

    ETF inflows provided a positive demand signal. However, negative Coinbase premiums indicated softer buying pressure in the U.S. market, and stablecoin supply pointed to subdued growth in available crypto liquidity.

    Pluang’s market snapshot at 13:31 WIB on September 18 showed broad gains across major cryptocurrencies, with 45 of the 50 tracked assets rising during the session. BAL traded at Rp16,297 after gaining 11.14%. AAVE reached Rp2,375,203 with a 9.49% increase and 86% buy-order activity. AXS climbed 8.71% to Rp17,890, although sell orders accounted for 94% of activity.

    These figures showed broad short-term gains across major cryptocurrencies even as corporate Bitcoin accumulation remained subdued. Corporate purchases, ETF flows, Coinbase premiums, and stablecoin supply continued to provide mixed measures of market demand and liquidity.

  • Bitcoin Clings to $75K Support After Fed’s Quarter-Point Hike and Senate Setback for CLARITY Act

    Bitcoin Clings to $75K Support After Fed’s Quarter-Point Hike and Senate Setback for CLARITY Act

    Bitcoin Holds Ground After Fed Decision

    Bitcoin traded near $76,000 on September 17 after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points and the US Senate failed to advance the CLARITY Act. The cryptocurrency avoided another sharp decline after falling earlier in the week as traders responded to tighter monetary policy and uncertainty around US crypto rules.

    Bitcoin closed September 16 near $76,147, according to CoinGecko data. It had traded around $75,590 a day earlier after the Senate vote. The price action kept BTC close to the $75,000 support area, while traders watched the $77,000 to $78,000 range.

    Fed Raises Rates for First Time Since 2023

    The Federal Open Market Committee voted 12-0 on September 16 to raise the federal funds target range to 3.75% to 4%. The Fed said inflation remains elevated and said the increase would support a faster return toward its 2% goal. The move marked the central bank’s first rate increase since 2023.

    Fed Chair Kevin Warsh said the US economy appears to be strengthening and said he would be hard-pressed to describe broad financial conditions as restrictive. Updated Fed projections showed 16 of 18 policymakers expect at least one more rate increase in 2026. The median projection placed the federal funds rate at 4.1% at year-end.

    Bitcoin showed a limited immediate reaction to the decision. Markets had largely expected the quarter-point increase. However, higher short-term rates can raise returns on cash and fixed-income assets, giving traders another factor to consider when allocating money to non-yielding assets such as Bitcoin.

    Bitcoin ETF Outflows Extend After Fed Rate Decision

    US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded $450.33 million in net outflows on September 15, according to SoSoValue data. The funds then recorded another $295.98 million in net redemptions around the September 16 session, bringing the two-session total to about $746 million.

    The outflows followed Bitcoin’s decline after the Senate vote and came as investors prepared for the Fed decision. Bitcoin had traded above $80,000 earlier in September. CoinGecko data show BTC closed at $81,265 on September 3 and at $76,147 on September 16.

    Traders continue to watch short-term price levels. Bitcoin has held around $75,000, while resistance sits near $77,000 to $78,000. A break below $75,000 would put lower support zones back in focus, while a move through resistance would bring the $81,600 area into view.

    CLARITY Act Stalls as Other Crypto Bills Move Forward

    The Senate failed to advance the CLARITY Act on September 15. Reuters reported a 50-49 vote, below the 60 votes needed to clear the procedural step. Four Republican senators joined Democrats in opposing advancement. The bill seeks to create a federal market structure for digital assets and define regulatory roles for the SEC and CFTC.

    The failed vote did not end congressional work on other crypto measures. On September 16, the House Financial Services Committee voted 28-21 to advance the American Reserve Modernization Act. The proposal would establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve at the Treasury and require the government to hold qualifying Bitcoin for at least 20 years.

    The House Ways and Means Committee also voted 38-5 to advance the Digital Asset Tax Certainty Act. The proposal addresses federal tax treatment for digital assets, including certain transaction fees, mining and staking income. Both measures still require further action in Congress before they can become law.

    Bitcoin entered September 17 near $76,000, with monetary policy, ETF flows and crypto legislation shaping trading conditions. Traders are watching whether the $75,000 area holds as markets adjust to the Fed’s new rate path.

  • Indian Markets Open Lower: Nifty 50 Drops 22 Points, Sensex Down 154 After Fed Rate Hike

    Indian Markets Open Lower: Nifty 50 Drops 22 Points, Sensex Down 154 After Fed Rate Hike

    The Indian stock market opened on a negative note on September 17, 2026, following the U.S. Federal Reserve’s announcement of its first interest rate hike in three years, along with plans for further increases later this year. The Nifty 50 index started the session at 23,195.25, down 22.35 points (approximately 0.1%), while the Bank Nifty fell 165.85 points from its previous close. The Sensex declined 153.83 points to 74,182.62.

    Broader Market Performance

    Broader markets also faced pressure, with the Nifty Midcap 100 index ending flat and the Nifty Smallcap 100 index closing marginally lower. The Indian rupee opened weaker at 96.01 per U.S. dollar, compared to the previous close of 95.95.

    Institutional Activity

    On September 16, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold equities worth Rs. 2,000 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) supported the markets by purchasing equities worth Rs. 3,900 crore during the day.

    Sensex Technical Outlook

    Technically, the Sensex recorded an intraday pullback from lower levels after a slow start. However, the short-term trend remains weak. According to Shrikant Chouhan, Head of Equity Research at Kotak Securities, “For day traders, 74,300 will act as an immediate resistance zone. Below these levels, weak sentiment is likely to continue. On the downside, the market could retest the 74,000–73,500 levels. On the upside, above 74,300, the pullback can extend towards 74,600–75,000.”

    Nifty 50 Technical Outlook

    On Wednesday, the Nifty 50 formed a small green candle with wicks on both sides, signaling indecision among traders. The daily RSI remains in the oversold zone but has recovered from yesterday’s low, indicating some improvement in momentum. Immediate support for the index is near 23,110–23,120, representing the lows of the previous two trading sessions. A decisive close above 23,460 would provide the first indication of improving short-term sentiment. A break below 23,110 would signal renewed weakness and could extend the decline toward 23,070, followed by 22,850.

    Bank Nifty Technical Outlook

    The Bank Nifty is consolidating near the 50% Fibonacci retracement level of the previous upward move from 52,783 to 58,706. Nevertheless, the general undertone remains weak as the index continues to trade below both short- and long-term moving averages. Sudeep Shah, Head of Technical and Derivatives Research at SBI Securities, noted, “Going forward, the 55,700–55,600 zone is likely to serve as an important support area for the index. A sustained breach below 55,600 could intensify selling pressure and open the door for further downside towards 55,000, followed by 54,500 in the near term. On the upside, the 56,700–56,800 zone is expected to act as a significant resistance band, and the index would need to surpass this hurdle to improve the short-term technical outlook.”

    Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Cryptocurrencies and stocks can be highly volatile and risky. Always conduct your own research before making any investment decisions.

  • Bitcoin ETFs Adopt In-Kind Creations as BTC Holds Key Support at $74.5K

    Bitcoin ETFs Adopt In-Kind Creations as BTC Holds Key Support at $74.5K

    Bitcoin faces renewed volatility as the SEC approves in-kind creations for spot Bitcoin ETFs and the US Senate rejects the Clarity Act, leaving regulatory uncertainty. Despite these headwinds, ETF inflows remain strong, with BTC testing critical support levels.

    Bitcoin ETF Structure Changes as Inflows Recover

    The SEC’s approval allows authorized participants to create or redeem spot Bitcoin ETF shares using either cash or Bitcoin directly, rather than relying solely on cash. This structural change could influence Bitcoin movement between institutional holders and the broader market.

    Major Bitcoin ETFs are seeing a recovery in flows after recent market weakness. The iShares Bitcoin Trust has attracted approximately $3.5 billion in net inflows over the past month, bringing its year-to-date flow total close to break-even.

    Michael Bucella, co-founder and managing partner of Neoclassic Capital, attributed the rebound to renewed spot and ETF buying following the August 19 liquidation washout. BTC gained nearly 20% during the past month, briefly moving above $81,000 in late August, though it remains almost 10% lower in 2026.

    Senate Setback Keeps Crypto Policy Uncertainty Elevated

    The US Senate narrowly rejected the Clarity Act, leaving cryptocurrency market participants facing continued uncertainty around federal regulation. This regulatory setback coincides with the SEC’s ETF structure change, presenting traders with mixed policy signals.

    Grayscale Investments research head Zach Pandl noted that investors increasingly use crypto within broader portfolio allocation strategies, driven by diversification concerns involving technology, artificial intelligence, bonds, and the dollar. Institutional allocation through ETFs remains a key component of Bitcoin demand.

    However, leverage across the broader cryptocurrency market creates additional risk. Bucella expressed concern about altcoin open interest and leverage, which remain near levels seen before the October 2025 market crash.

    Bitcoin Price Tests Support Below Short-Term Averages

    Bitcoin currently trades below its hourly MA-20 at $76,204 and MA-50 at $77,307, but remains above its MA-200 at $70,274. The Ichimoku Kijun places immediate resistance near $76,440, while support sits at $74,544. The expected short-term trading range extends from $74,544 to $77,062.

    Momentum indicators remain weak: MACD carries a Strong Sell reading, ADX signals Sell, and RSI stands at 41.08. Stochastic RSI and CCI indicate oversold conditions, while Bull/Bear Power also sits in oversold territory. The Awesome Oscillator remains neutral. The supplied outlook assigns a 71% probability to a downside move and 29% to an upside breakout.

    A confirmed break above $76,440 would strengthen the bullish short-term scenario. Conversely, losing $74,544 could increase bearish pressure. Bucella identified $83,000 to $86,000 as the next key area, noting Bitcoin faces long-term supply there before accessing stronger technical territory.

    A Brief Roundup

    Bitcoin faces competing market forces as in-kind ETF creations expand while the Clarity Act setback keeps regulatory uncertainty elevated. ETF inflows have recovered, but BTC remains below short-term moving averages. Traders are watching $74,544 support and $76,440 resistance before attention can return to the $83,000–$86,000 range.

  • Bitcoin Faces Renewed ETF Withdrawals as Price Lingers Near $80,000

    Bitcoin Faces Renewed ETF Withdrawals as Price Lingers Near $80,000

    Bitcoin ETF Outflows Return

    Bitcoin faced fresh institutional selling this week as spot ETF outflows returned while BTC traded near USD 80,000. Reports cited about USD 165 million in withdrawals on September 10 and another USD 120 million on Wednesday. At the same time, Iran eased foreign exchange rules for Bitcoin and Tether use in international trade.

    ETF Outflows Test Bitcoin Recovery

    InteractiveCrypto reported that 2,148 BTC, worth about USD 165 million, left spot Bitcoin ETFs on September 10. Research firm Icrypex separately reported about USD 120 million in ETF outflows on Wednesday.

    Those withdrawals followed a stronger period for institutional demand. Bitcoin rose about 20% over the past month, while the iShares Bitcoin Trust attracted roughly USD 3.5 billion in net inflows during that period.

    The rebound came after the August 19 market washout. Michael Bucella of Neoclassic Capital said forced selling eased, then spot buying and ETF demand improved. Can renewed ETF demand push Bitcoin through the USD 83,000 to USD 86,000 supply zone?

    BTC Momentum Weakens

    Bitcoin remains below the four-hour MA-20 at USD 77,838 and the MA-50 at USD 78,929. The Ichimoku Kijun at USD 77,968 also acts as immediate resistance.

    Meanwhile, BTC remains above the daily MA-200 at USD 70,061. RSI stands at 41.43, while CCI shows modest selling pressure. MACD gives a strong sell signal, and ADX remains neutral.

    Stoch RSI and the Awesome Oscillator also remain neutral. Bull/Bear Power favors sellers, while subdued volatility supports a sideways intraday tone. The current range sits between USD 75,202 and USD 79,229.

    The supplied market assessment assigns a 72% probability to further downside and 28% to an upside break. A drop below support could deepen the retracement. A bullish shift requires stronger momentum above resistance.

    Iran Expands Crypto Trade

    Iran’s central bank relaxed foreign exchange rules on September 11. The change allows domestic businesses to use Bitcoin and Tether for international trade.

    The move expands a regulatory use case for digital assets inside Iran. The report described the immediate global market effect as limited, leaving ETF flows and price structure as stronger near-term Bitcoin drivers.

    Bitcoin still trades about 10% lower in 2026 despite its recent monthly rebound. Bucella said Bitcoin remains healthier than many other crypto assets, while altcoin leverage and open interest require more caution.

    He also noted that overall leverage and open interest resemble levels seen before the October 10, 2025 crash. That event erased USD 19 billion in crypto leverage in one day.

    Grayscale research head Zach Pandl said investors increasingly use crypto within broader portfolio allocation strategies. He linked that trend to diversification, rising bond yields, and concerns around dollar debasement.

    Conclusion

    Bitcoin’s rebound faces renewed pressure as ETF withdrawals return and short-term technical signals remain weak. Still, BTC holds above its daily MA-200 after gaining about 20% in a month. ETF demand, the USD 83,000 to USD 86,000 supply zone, and current support levels remain key market factors.

  • Bitcoin Hovers Near $77,081 as CPI Report and Middle East Tensions Test Key Support Levels

    Bitcoin Hovers Near $77,081 as CPI Report and Middle East Tensions Test Key Support Levels

    Market Overview

    Bitcoin steadied near USD 77,081 on Friday, September 11, recovering part of this week’s losses after hotter producer price data and rising Middle East oil tensions fueled caution across risk assets. Today’s US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, due at 8:30 am Eastern Time, is the market’s key catalyst.

    Ethereum, Solana, and XRP posted modest gains alongside Bitcoin. Zcash surged again, outpacing the broader market by a wide margin on shielded pool demand. Total crypto market capitalization remained near USD 2.61 trillion.

    Bitcoin Price Today

    Bitcoin traded at USD 77,081.66, up 1.5% over the past 24 hours (CoinGecko). Its market cap stood at USD 1.55 trillion. Trading volume reached USD 29.97 billion. Bitcoin gained 4.6% over the past seven days.

    Analyst Commentary

    • CoinSwitch: BTC slipped below USD 77,000 after US producer prices rose 5.4% year on year. A 74% chance of a Fed rate hike this month is priced in. Must reclaim USD 78,000–79,000.
    • Mudrex: Bitcoin extended declines across four sessions, testing USD 76,000–77,000. Nearly USD 190 million in liquidations hit. Support at USD 76,000 must hold.
    • Delta Exchange: Key support USD 75,600–76,200, resistance USD 77,600–78,000. Implied volatility near 40 signals sharp move expected around CPI.
    • WazirX: Broad profit-taking noted. Support USD 76,000, resistance USD 78,000.

    Biggest Gainers and Losers Today

    Zcash led with a 12.4% daily gain, extending its weekly advance past 15%. Hyperliquid rose 5.6%, XRP added 3.1%. No top coin posted a 24-hour decline.

    Crypto News Impacting Prices

    US Producer Prices Fuel Inflation Concerns

    August producer prices rose 5.4% year on year, slightly above forecasts. Fed rate hike odds for this month climbed toward 74%. Bitcoin briefly slipped below USD 77,500.

    Iran-Linked Oil Tensions Keep Crude Elevated

    Crude trading near USD 100/barrel added to inflation worries. Bitcoin remained resilient thanks to steady spot demand.

    CLARITY Act Faces Senate Vote

    The Senate will hold a cloture vote on the CLARITY Act on September 15. A 60-vote threshold is needed. Ethics provisions and stablecoin rewards remain divisive.

    Zcash Rally Continues

    Zcash jumped 12.4% in 24 hours, gaining over 15% weekly. Rising shielded pool adoption and heavy mining demand supported the move.

    Bitcoin Liquidations Near USD 190M

    Bitcoin’s slide toward USD 76,000 triggered close to USD 190 million in liquidations within an hour. Long-term holders’ share of realized profits fell sharply.

    Investor Outlook

    Today’s CPI report is critical. A soft print could ease yields and support a push toward USD 80,000. A hot reading could reinforce hawkish bets and pressure Bitcoin toward USD 75,000. The CLARITY Act vote on September 15 adds a second layer of uncertainty. Desks recommend disciplined position sizing.

    FAQs

    1. What is the Bitcoin price today?

    Bitcoin trades near USD 77,081.66, up 1.5% in 24 hours. Support near USD 76,000, resistance near USD 78,000.

    2. Why is today’s CPI report important?

    The CPI print shapes Fed rate expectations. Cooler reading could support Bitcoin; hotter reading risks hawkish bets.

    3. What is the biggest crypto news today?

    Zcash’s rally past USD 1,000, hotter PPI data, and the CLARITY Act Senate vote.

    4. Which coins are performing best?

    Zcash (+12.4%), Hyperliquid (+5.6%), XRP (+3.1%). No top coin declined.

    5. What should investors watch this week?

    CPI report, CLARITY Act vote, and any escalation in Iran-linked oil tensions.

  • Ethereum Hovers at $2.5K as Abraxas Capital Secures $353M Short Hedge on Hyperliquid

    Ethereum Hovers at $2.5K as Abraxas Capital Secures $353M Short Hedge on Hyperliquid

    Ethereum remained near USD 2,480 on Wednesday as Abraxas Capital increased its spot holdings to hedge a USD 353.27 million ETH short position on Hyperliquid. The USD 2,500 level continues to act as a firm resistance cap, blocking any meaningful upside momentum.

    ETH fell about 0.45% on the daily chart, trading inside its established USD 2,400 to USD 2,500 range. The prolonged sideways move has reinforced USD 2,500 as a key barrier for traders.

    Abraxas Capital Expands Its Ethereum Hedge

    According to Lookonchain, Abraxas Capital recently purchased another 13,000 ETH worth approximately USD 32.39 million. This acquisition supports its hedge against 141,180 ETH in short positions, which carry a value of about USD 353.27 million. The firm uses spot purchases to offset potential losses should Ethereum rise and pressure leveraged short positions.

    Earlier, Abraxas Capital had built USD 783 million in Hyperliquid shorts while withdrawing 73,872 ETH from Binance. That spot position was valued at roughly USD 173.17 million. Other trading desks followed similar strategies: Fasanara Capital held 138,569 ETH in short positions, while Wintermute held 3,425 BTC in shorts during the late-August period.

    Short Liquidations Keep Risk Elevated

    Short traders still face pressure despite Ethereum’s limited price movement. About USD 7.3 million in short positions faced liquidation during the previous 24 hours. A market-neutral structure combines long and short exposure to reduce directional risk, but spot and perpetual prices can separate sharply during volatile periods, creating basis risk.

    Funding also affects the strategy. If funding rates turn negative against crowded short positions, traders can face ongoing costs even when their directional hedge remains intact. Venue leverage adds another layer of exposure — Hyperliquid has recorded leveraged liquidations during 2026, including a roughly USD 100 million ETH short using 23 times leverage.

    Falling Exchange Supply Supports ETH Range

    Ethereum’s Exchange Supply Ratio declined during the past week and returned to levels last recorded in late August. The move suggests earlier September supply reached the market and found buyers. A falling ratio points to stronger exchange outflows than inflows. Historically, lower available exchange supply reduces immediate selling pressure when demand remains stable.

    Ethereum’s momentum indicators also stayed positive during the consolidation period. The Momentum Shift indicator stood near 766, suggesting recent downside moves remained relatively shallow. Continued spot buying could further reduce available supply and open a path toward USD 2,800.

    At the same time, Bitcoin remained below USD 80,000 ahead of US inflation data. This broader market pause has kept Ethereum inside the narrow range where carry strategies can operate.

  • Bitcoin Holds $78K, Uniswap Edges Up as Apeing Presale Sparks Interest with $0.0001 Entry

    Bitcoin Holds $78K, Uniswap Edges Up as Apeing Presale Sparks Interest with $0.0001 Entry

    Bitcoin continues to command attention as bullish market activity keeps traders engaged, while Uniswap’s UNI token is also showing fresh upward movement. Yet beneath those established names, Apeing is creating a different kind of crypto story through its active token sale. The project is currently in Stage 1, known as Banana Drop, with a presale price of $0.0001 and a limited allocation of 150,000,000 $APEING.

    For readers searching for a top crypto presale, Apeing offers an early-stage narrative that is already in motion. Its 33-stage structure means pricing changes as the sale progresses, while later stages carry higher prices. That makes the current phase particularly relevant to crypto users looking to explore an active presale while the Stage 1 allocation remains available.

    Apeing: A Top Crypto Presale Built on Ethereum

    Apeing enters the top crypto presale conversation with a LIVE Stage 1 Banana Drop, giving early participants access to the current $0.0001 presale price before the project moves through its structured stage progression. The current stage carries a limited allocation of 150 million $APEING tokens, while the planned listing price is $0.01. As each stage progresses, the presale price increases, making the opening stage a central part of Apeing’s early-access narrative.

    The project is built on Ethereum as an ERC-20 token, placing $APEING within one of the most established blockchain ecosystems in crypto. Apeing has a total supply of 16.75 billion $APEING tokens, with 40% allocated to the presale. This structured token allocation supports the project’s broader launch framework while giving the top crypto presale narrative a clear foundation in both tokenomics and blockchain infrastructure.

    Why Apeing’s Current Presale Stage Stands Out

    The current banana drop combines several features designed around early participation. Alongside its Ethereum/ERC-20 foundation and 16.75B total supply, Apeing introduces presale staking with APY tiers ranging from 10% to 85%, allowing qualifying holders to participate in the project’s staking structure during the presale. The project also includes a referral system that provides additional tokens to buyers through referred purchases.

    Apeing presents a distinct early-stage opportunity through its LIVE presale, with the current $0.0001 Stage 1 price offering entry before the project moves through its structured presale stages. The limited allocation, planned progression toward the $0.01 listing price, Ethereum/ERC-20 foundation, and 16.75 billion total token supply give the top crypto presale narrative a clear early-stage identity.

    Top Crypto Presale Opportunity: What Happens When the Stage Changes?

    The most important part of Apeing’s current narrative is not simply that the presale exists. It is that the pricing structure is designed to move. The active Banana Drop stage is priced at $0.0001 with a 150,000,000-token allocation. Once that stage closes, the presale moves into the next stage under its planned structure. This means an earlier entry price is connected to the relevant stage rather than remaining available throughout the entire sale.

    That mechanism is why Apeing can attract readers searching for a top crypto presale right now. The opportunity is not framed around waiting for an eventual presale. The presale is already happening. Every stage becomes another chapter, and each pricing change creates a fresh reference point for the market. The project’s stated listing price is $0.01, adding another important benchmark to the presale narrative. The current stage price and planned listing price are separated by a substantial mathematical gap, which helps explain the attention around Apeing’s early-stage positioning.

    Why Apeing’s Live Presale Could Become the Next Big Crypto Story

    The search for a top crypto presale often begins with one simple question: is there still time to enter before the project’s pricing structure moves forward? Apeing currently offers a clear answer on timing because its presale has already started. The current stage has a finite allocation, and subsequent stages carry higher prices. That does not mean every reader will enter at the same point, which is precisely what gives the staged model its urgency. The earlier stage price is tied to the stage itself.

    Apeing is also built around the identity of “The OG Degen Coin,” giving the project a community-first personality rooted in participation and degen culture. Its Ethereum ERC-20 foundation further places the token within one of the crypto industry’s most established blockchain ecosystems. For readers searching for a top crypto presale, this creates an unusual combination. The project has the cultural energy associated with meme coins, but its presale has a defined progression rather than an open-ended launch. The result is a live early-stage crypto story that can be followed from one stage to the next.

    How to Buy Apeing During the Live Presale

    The Apeing presale is currently LIVE through its structured stage system. Readers interested in the active sale can visit the official Apeing website for current participation details and follow the project’s official channels for updates on the active stage and pricing. The project’s official channels provide the latest information as the presale moves forward. Since stage pricing changes according to the presale structure, checking official sources keeps participation information current.

    Bitcoin Holds Above $78,000 as Bullish Sentiment Keeps Crypto Market Energized

    Bitcoin is keeping the broader crypto market energized, with sentiment remaining firmly bullish. The Fear and Greed Index has reached 73, while Injective and Aerodrome Finance have also posted double-digit gains over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin is trading around $78,400, extending the strength seen during August and keeping market attention firmly on the leading cryptocurrency.

    The technical picture also remains constructive. Bitcoin is trading above its 50-, 100-, and 200-day Exponential Moving Averages, which are clustered between roughly $70,400 and $72,800. That area has become an important support zone beneath the current market price. The combination of strong sentiment and a firm technical structure keeps Bitcoin central to current BTC news, giving established crypto assets plenty of attention while newer projects compete for early-stage interest.

    Uniswap Gains 0.76% as UNI Keeps DeFi Traders Watching

    Uniswap is adding another layer to the current crypto conversation. UNI is trading around $7.01 after gaining 0.76% over the past 24 hours. The move has kept the decentralized exchange token in focus as traders continue watching established DeFi projects for signs of renewed strength. Uniswap’s role in decentralized trading also gives UNI a strong utility-based narrative within the wider crypto market.

    Trading activity remains substantial, with 24-hour volume around $462.1 million and market capitalization near $4.36 billion. The combination of price movement and active trading keeps UNI relevant to readers following major DeFi tokens. Uniswap continues to draw attention as traders monitor its market activity and broader role within decentralized finance.

    Conclusion: The Top Crypto Presale Conversation Is Already Moving

    Bitcoin remains a powerful market benchmark, while Uniswap continues to attract attention through its active DeFi ecosystem and recent price movement. Current BTC news also shows how quickly sentiment can shift when Bitcoin holds strong technical levels. Apeing stands apart by offering a live presale where pricing and availability are connected to a structured stage system.

    The top crypto presale opportunity is now active, not waiting behind another launch date. Apeing’s current Banana Drop stage carries a limited allocation at $0.0001, while later stages move to higher prices according to the project’s structure. The Apeing presale is now LIVE, with the focus centered on the current Stage 1 Banana Drop rather than a future opening. Readers can explore the active stage while its limited allocation remains available, with subsequent stages planned to carry higher prices as the presale progresses.

    For crypto participants looking for the top crypto presale, Apeing deserves a place on the active watchlist. The stage will not remain the same forever, and the project’s pricing structure is designed to keep moving. The next move is simple: explore the live Apeing presale through the official website, check the current stage details, and follow the official channels before the presale advances to its next pricing phase.

    FAQs About Top Crypto Presale

    What is the best crypto presale to watch right now?
    Apeing is drawing attention as a top crypto presale because its token sale is already LIVE and follows a 33-stage structure with limited allocations and changing prices.

    Why is Bitcoin in the news today?
    Bitcoin is attracting attention because of strong market sentiment, recent gains and a technical structure that has kept the asset above several major moving averages.

    Is Uniswap a good DeFi token to watch?
    Uniswap remains one of the most recognized decentralized exchange projects, while recent UNI price activity and trading volume have kept the token in focus.

    Is the Apeing presale live?
    Yes. The Apeing presale is already LIVE and currently operates through its structured stage system, with the supplied brief identifying Stage 1, Banana Drop, as the current stage.

    What is the current Apeing presale price?
    The supplied current-stage information lists the Apeing presale price at $0.0001, with a limited allocation of 150,000,000 $APEING tokens.

    Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry risk. Always do your own research (DYOR) before investing.