Aave Deploys V4 on Ethereum After Governance Approval

Decentralized finance (DeFi) lending platform Aave has launched its V4 protocol on Ethereum after a binding onchain governance vote cleared its deployment.  On Monday, Aave announced the launch of its V4 protocol on Ethereum, introducing infrastructure designed to “expand onchain markets into real-world credit markets.” The company said this includes structured lending, fixed-rate borrowing and…

Only 49% of Crypto Users Understand when Taxes Apply, Survey Finds

A majority of crypto users remain unclear on basic tax rules, with fewer than half correctly identifying when transactions become taxable, a new survey found. Only 49% of respondents correctly understand that crypto becomes taxable when it is sold, while nearly a quarter believe simple transfers can trigger tax events, according to a 2026 Crypto…

Here’s Why Bitcoin Analysts Say BTC Price Will Bottom at $40K

Bitcoin (BTC) buyers made a tepid comeback on Monday, pushing BTC price to its intraday high of $67,860. Analysts said that Bitcoin remains in a bear market, with several metrics pointing to a potential bottom below $50,000. Key takeaways: Bitcoin price turns $70,000 into resistance, clearing the path for a deeper correction. Bitcoin’s short-term holder…

Ethereum Foundation Stakes $46M ETH after BitMine Sale, Ramps up 70K Plan

The Ethereum Foundation has accelerated its treasury staking push, deploying $46.2 million in Ether in its largest move to date after the recent BitMine sale. On Monday, the foundation’s treasury multisignature wallet made 11 deposits into the Ethereum Beacon Deposit Contract, each of roughly 2,047 Ether (ETH), totaling 22,517 tokens worth roughly $46.2 million, according…

Bitcoin Price Pressure Brings Back 2018 Bear Market

Bitcoin (BTC) heads into the March monthly close as it risks its sixth straight month of losses. BTC price action touches $65,000 to start the week as traders expect a copycat bear flag breakdown. Iran headlines dominate the macro mood amid rumors of a US ground invasion. March could go either way for Bitcoin as…

OKX Integrates Aave on Ethereum L2 X Layer

OKX’s X Layer is the 21st blockchain to integrate Aave, which recently surpassed the $1 trillion mark in cumulative lending volume. Aave, the largest decentralized lending protocol with $23.5 billion in total value locked, has launched on X Layer, an Ethereum layer-2 blockchain launched by crypto trading platform OKX.  It marks a milestone for X…

Committee Hearing for Fed Chair Nominee is Expected Around Mid-April

The Senate Banking Committee is reportedly planning to hold its hearing on the nomination of Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair as soon as the week of April 13, according to a report from Punchbowl News citing two sources familiar with the matter. In a report on Sunday, Punchbowl’s sources said the hearing date is…

Ethereum Price in Danger of Dropping to $1.2K Next, Analyst Warns

Ethereum’s native token, Ether (ETH), may decline 40% to $1,200 in the coming weeks, according to a fractal setup shared by analyst Leshka.eth. Key takeaways: Ethereum setup flashes bull trap warning Ethereum’s $1,200 downside target comes from a Supertrend setup on the daily chart, where two earlier bullish flips failed and led to steep breakdowns….

Here’s why BTC is stuck in a rut

The bitcoin BTC$67,264.05 market has been stuck in a rut for over a month, and investors chasing yields may be partly to blame. Since mid-February, BTC has traded in a range centred on $70,000. Some observers say counteracting forces have been at play. The Iran war-led haven demand has been supporting BTC around $65,000, while…

Bitcoin Whales Bought up 61K BTC In a Month Amid Global Uncertainty

Large Bitcoin holders accumulated 61,568 more Bitcoin over the past month against the backdrop of escalating conflict in the Middle East and macroeconomic uncertainty.  Whales and sharks, defined as those holding between 10 and 10,000 Bitcoin (BTC), have increased their holdings by 0.45%, while wallets with under 0.01 Bitcoin have added 0.42%, or 213 BTC,…