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Bitcoin Surges Above $73K on ETF Inflows, Short Squeeze; Trump Pushes Crypto Policy |
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March 5, 2026 |
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Today’s Setup
Bitcoin rallies and political crypto pressure shape market dynamics
Bitcoin Price Action: Bitcoin surged past $73,000 on strong spot ETF inflows exceeding $1.7 billion and $463 million in short liquidations fueling momentum. Political Influence: Trump and key crypto leaders publicly criticize banks opposing stablecoins and lobby for accelerated crypto legislation amid stalled bills. Regulatory Developments: Zerohash seeks federal National Trust Bank charter amid evolving crypto banking oversight; SEC submits crypto securities framework.
Watch: CFTC signals potential U.S. approval of onshore crypto perpetual futures as institutional flows and regulatory volatility increase.
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Top Stories
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Bitcoin rallies above $72K amid strong ETF inflows and institutional buying
Bitcoin surged beyond $72,000 driven by $155 million in ETF inflows and institutional investors deploying $1.7 billion into spot bitcoin ETFs, supported by easing global tensions and macroeconomic factors.
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Bitcoin surges above $73K amid $463M short liquidations shaking crypto market
Bitcoin price jumped past $73,000 on the back of more than $463 million in short liquidations across crypto derivatives markets, significantly impacting prices and trader positioning.
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Trump and crypto leaders push pro-crypto policy amid stablecoin debates and congressional wins
President Trump, Brian Armstrong, and Eric Trump publicly challenge banking opposition to stablecoin regulation while crypto PAC Fairshake records initial wins in 2026 U.S. primaries, indicating growing political influence.
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Zerohash applies for US National Trust Bank Charter to expand federally regulated digital asset services
Zerohash filed for a National Trust Bank Charter with the OCC to operate as a nationally chartered trust bank, enabling federally regulated custody and settlement services for digital assets.
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Major crypto phishing and cybercrime services taken down by authorities
Europol, FBI, Coinbase, and Microsoft dismantled the LeakBase cybercrime forum and Tycoon 2FA phishing service, disrupting significant crypto-related phishing operations worldwide.
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| Also on the Wire |
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• The SEC submitted detailed crypto securities law framework for interagency review, advancing regulatory clarity.
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• Solana stablecoin volume hit a record $650 billion in February, driven by onchain payments demand.
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The Block
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• Andreessen Horowitz aims to raise $2 billion for its fifth crypto fund amid broader market challenges.
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The Block
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• Banks oppose Kraken's access to Federal Reserve payment system; Trump sides with crypto firms in tensions over banking integration.
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BeInCrypto
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• UK gambling regulator exploring approval of crypto payments for licensed operators amid evolving regulation.
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• XRP leads altcoin ETF approvals under SEC’s new futures listing rules, shortening approval timelines.
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CryptoSlate
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• Iranian crypto outflows spiked beyond $10 million after US-Israeli airstrikes, reflecting crisis-related capital flight.
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