This article compiles cryptocurrency news for March 30, 2026. Keep an eye on the latest updates on Bitcoin, Ethereum upgrades, Dogecoin price trends, real-time cryptocurrency prices, and price predictions, among other things. Today’s major events in the Web3 space include:
1、Ethereum Foundation: What signal does the release of $46.2 million worth of staked ETH send? Target total staked amount: 70,000 ETH
In March 2026, the Ethereum Foundation significantly increased its staking commitment. According to on-chain data, its latest staking amount was about $46.2 million worth of ETH, setting a new all-time single-stake record. This move is seen as an important shift in its treasury and capital management strategy.
The staking plan was first launched on February 24. Initially, it only deployed 2,016 ETH, worth roughly $3.8 million. At the time, the Foundation clearly stated it would gradually expand its investment, targeting a total staked amount of 70,000 ETH. Based on the current price, this scale corresponds to funds of more than $140 million. The latest large staking transaction suggests that the plan is being accelerated noticeably.
For a long time, the Ethereum Foundation mainly supported its operational funding needs through selling ETH, but this approach has repeatedly raised market concerns about potential sell pressure. Now, shifting to a staking model allows it to generate yield without reducing its holdings, while also lowering the direct impact on market prices. Staking rewards will continue to support protocol R&D, ecosystem development, and community incentives.
On the technical side, the project relies on infrastructure provided by Attestant and uses distributed signatures and multi-client verification mechanisms to enhance security and reduce the risk of single points of failure. At present, the staking total across the network exceeds 38 million ETH, accounting for about 30% of circulating supply.
It’s worth noting that this operation took place after Ethereum’s price experienced a significant pullback. In early 2026, Ethereum fell from its highs to nearly $1,473, triggering volatility in market sentiment. Against this backdrop, the Foundation’s decision to add more staking has been viewed as a signal of strengthening its long-term commitment.
Looking ahead, if funds continue to flow into the staking system, it will not only affect Ethereum’s supply structure, but may also have far-reaching effects on market expectations.
2、Bitcoin ETFs: Nearly $300 million outflow in a single week! Rising “safe-haven” sentiment weighs on the crypto market
Driven by the escalation of geopolitical conflict and combined macro uncertainty, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw large-scale withdrawals last week. Cumulative net outflows were about $296 million, and overall risk appetite in the market fell sharply.
Data shows that between March 24 and 27, several major funds faced redemptions, with IBIT becoming the product with the most concentrated outflows. On Friday alone, net outflows reached $225.5 million, becoming a key turning point in this round of volatility. Earlier at the start of the week, the market briefly recorded $167 million in inflows, but as sentiment weakened, the capital quickly shifted toward defense.
Analyst Josh Gilbert noted that as Bitcoin retreated to a mid-stage low and U.S. stocks continued to weaken, the S&P 500 logged five straight weeks of declines, marking the longest downward cycle in recent years. Energy prices surged to three-digit levels, further reinforcing inflation expectations and forcing the Federal Reserve to push back its rate-cut path, which weighed on risk assets.
Geopolitical factors also intensified volatility. Recent remarks by U.S. President Trump about the Middle East situation increased market uncertainty. With ceasefire negotiations still making no progress, capital was even more inclined to avoid risk assets. Peter Chung and Pratik Kala both believe this round of outflows was mainly driven by safe-haven demand and quarter-end rebalancing, and that the scale remains within the historical norm range.
Despite short-term pressure, Bitcoin still shows some resilience compared with other assets. The current price has rebounded to around $67,500, but market expectations remain cautious. Prediction data indicates investors believe the probability of Bitcoin falling to $55,000 is higher than rising to $84,000.
With macro and geopolitical variables not yet easing, Bitcoin’s price trend will likely remain driven by sentiment. ETF fund flows and signals from the Federal Reserve will be key indicators to watch next.
3、“Rich Dad Poor Dad” author: Inflation and geopolitical conflict will push up oil prices—bullish on assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum
On March 30, Robert Kiyosaki, the author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” posted on a social platform saying that the country’s debt continues to expand and increased money issuance will push inflation higher, while dollar savings face continued devaluation pressure. At the same time, he believes geopolitical conflicts may persist long-term and provide upward support to oil prices, further intensifying the inflationary environment. Robert Kiyosaki added that given the current global context of debt, money, and inflation, individual financial literacy and asset allocation are especially critical. He also expressed a relatively positive outlook on assets including gold, silver, oil, food, as well as Bitcoin and Ethereum.
4、Strategy Executive Chairman Saylor did not post a Bitcoin tracking update this Sunday; the 13-week continuous buying streak may end
Strategy’s Executive Chairman Michael Saylor did not post his usual orange-dot Bitcoin tracking note this Sunday, marking the first time in 13 weeks. The market interpreted this as a possible pause in the company’s weekly coin-buying plan. Saylor instead promoted its perpetual preferred stock STRC, emphasizing that its 30-day volatility is lower than every constituent stock in the S&P 500, and offering an 11.5% annual coupon. Since last December, Strategy has cumulatively bought about 90,831 Bitcoins, and currently holds 762,099 BTC, with an average cost of roughly $75,694. The company also recently rolled out a $42 billion stock issuance plan, with its focus gradually shifting toward preferred stock financing. The Monday 8-K filing will reveal whether the company has truly paused coin purchases.
5、Clarity Act remains in limbo: Could the SEC pursue accountability for crypto? Ripple and developers face enormous pressure
The outlook for the “Clarity Act” remains unclear, sparking tight regulatory tension in the crypto market. Supporters warn that if the bill fails to pass, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could reclassify nearly all cryptocurrencies as securities, increasing legal risks for developers and infrastructure providers. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said that negotiations “are not going smoothly,” but he remains optimistic that a final agreement can still be reached.
Coin Center executive director Peter Van Valkenburgh said that without the “Clarity Act,” the SEC could restart its redefinition actions under the Securities Exchange Act, potentially exposing developers, traders, and platforms to liability. He warned that short-termism and differences in commercial interests within the crypto industry could weaken legislative protections and delay or obstruct passage of the bill. A researcher at Galaxy Digital also said that if the bill is not submitted to the Senate for consideration before May, its chance of passing this year would be almost gone.
Crypto lobbying groups are preparing to respond to regulatory risks through legal means. Van Valkenburgh said that if the bill fails, the industry will be forced into multi-front battles in court while also facing challenges caused by a lack of legislative oversight. Senator Cynthia Lummis, who supports the bill, emphasized that it would provide the strongest protections ever for decentralized finance and developers, and she urged Congress to pass the legislation as soon as possible to ensure long-term safety.
However, divisions within the crypto industry could become a critical factor blocking the bill’s passage. Van Valkenburgh warned that if the industry cannot unite, the consequences of the “Clarity Act” failing would be borne by future administrations, and future regulators may be more inclined to pursue strict accountability. The SEC’s regulatory direction for crypto remains unclear, and the legal status of mainstream assets such as Ripple, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin could be affected as a result.
6、Goldman Sachs highlights two major crypto concept stocks: a layout window opens after a 46% sector plunge
After crypto-related stocks retreated about 46% from their October 2025 highs, Goldman Sachs analyst James Yaro believes the sector is gradually revealing structural opportunities and maintains “buy” ratings on certain targets.
The report states that the current drawdown is close to the average pullback seen in historical crypto cycles. Although recent price volatility still exists, there are signs that prices have stabilized, indicating that the previously passive selling pressure has started to weaken. Against this backdrop, Goldman Sachs selected Robinhood Markets (HOOD), Figure Technologies (FIGR), and COIN as key focus targets.
On valuation, these names are approaching historical lows. Goldman Sachs trimmed its HOOD target price from $102 to $91, lowered COIN from $270 to $235, and raised its FIGR target price to $42, implying about 35% upside potential. Data shows that as of the end of March 2026, both HOOD and COIN have seen notable pullbacks year to date, and market sentiment remains cautious.
On the fundamentals, Robinhood recently launched a $1.5 billion share repurchase program, signaling management’s confidence in the company’s long-term value. Figure Technologies, meanwhile, continues to expand its on-chain financial services; it has cumulatively issued more than $16 billion in home equity loans, strengthening its capabilities in blockchain finance.
However, Goldman Sachs also cautions that trading volume has not fully recovered, and prices could still fall further in the near term. If trading activity continues to weaken, the firm expects 2026 revenue for the relevant companies may decline by about 2%, and profits may face pressure of around 4%. Historical experience suggests that low trading-volume cycles typically persist for several months before a clear rebound occurs.
At this stage, where macro conditions and market dynamics are intertwined, even though crypto concept stocks are in a relatively undervalued range, volatility remains elevated. The subsequent trend will depend on whether market liquidity recovers and on the price performance of core assets such as Bitcoin.
7、El Salvador’s Bitcoin holdings surpass 7,600 coins; total value exceeds $500 million
El Salvador continues to advance its national Bitcoin reserve strategy. Its holdings have now surpassed 7,600 BTC, reaching approximately 7,606 coins, with a total value of over $500 million. The latest data shows that the country is still accumulating at a steady pace. Last week, it bought another 8 Bitcoins, continuing its long-term accumulation path.
Unlike large one-off purchases, El Salvador uses a “batch buying” strategy that has remained unchanged since it launched the plan in 2021. This approach helps smooth out risks caused by price volatility and avoids causing shocks to market prices through concentrated buying. Over time, small incremental purchases have built up a Bitcoin reserve at a globally leading national scale.
Although this policy has attracted significant attention, controversy has always existed. International institutions, including the IMF, have repeatedly warned about risks, arguing that Bitcoin price volatility may challenge the stability of the country’s public finances. However, President Nayib Bukele has continued to express support for the strategy, viewing it as a future-oriented long-term asset allocation rather than short-term speculation.
In terms of results, El Salvador’s Bitcoin holdings have shown paper losses in some phases. But the core of this strategy does not rely on short-term price performance; it is a bet on future value growth. This move has also made the country one of the first economies globally to include digital assets in a national reserve system.
On a broader level, El Salvador’s approach provides an important reference pathway for other countries. By incorporating Bitcoin into its sovereign asset portfolio, the country is exploring a new model distinct from traditional foreign exchange and gold reserves. Going forward, Bitcoin’s price trend will directly influence the success or failure of this experiment, and global markets will continue to watch the long-term effects of this “national dollar-cost averaging” strategy.
8、Prediction markets explode in growth! Trading volume nearly hits $24 billion in March; users double
In March 2026, prediction markets saw a key breakthrough. The number of trades exceeded 192 million, setting a new all-time high, while the industry’s scale and activity increased in tandem. On-chain data platform Dune shows that this space is rapidly moving from a niche track toward a finance market on the scale of tens of billions of dollars.
On the user side, monthly active addresses reached 865,411, up about 118% year over year. This indicates that participation barriers continue to decline and more retail capital is starting to flow in. At the same time, March’s nominal trading volume reached about $23.89 billion, up over 1,100% year over year. Although it is slightly down from January’s peak, it still remains in a high range.
In terms of trading structure, sports, crypto assets, and political events have become major traffic entry points. In the Polymarket ecosystem, these three categories have long ranked at the top in weekly trading volume. On the Kalshi platform, prediction products tied to individual stocks are also gradually rising, entering the top three of active trading ranks—reflecting that market demand is expanding into a broader range of asset categories.
Behavioral data also shows new characteristics. Over 57% of users place single trades for less than $100, indicating the retail-dominated trend is clear. Meanwhile, active users average about 25 trades per day, making trading frequency more similar to high-frequency stock trading rather than traditional betting models—suggesting prediction markets are evolving toward financialization.
However, behind the rapid growth, regulatory pressure is rising as well. In March 2026, multiple legislative proposals were introduced, covering restrictions on insider trading, standardizing contract design, and banning trading in certain sensitive events. As the industry’s scale expands, compliance frameworks will become a key variable affecting its long-term development.
Driven jointly by user growth, capital inflows, and product innovation, prediction markets are reshaping information pricing mechanisms. But their future path still depends on further evolution in the regulatory environment and market structure.
9、BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETFs rake in nearly $200 million! Larry Fink’s compensation jumps to $37.7 million
The global asset management giant delivered impressive results in 2025. Its CEO, Larry Fink, saw total annual compensation rise to $37.7 million, up about 23% year over year. Stock-based awards became the core driver of the increase, significantly higher than the prior year, reflecting the company’s recognition of execution of its long-term strategy.
One of the important factors pushing compensation higher is rapid expansion in Bitcoin-related business. Data shows that the company’s Bitcoin ETFs generated about $174.6 million in fee revenue in 2025. Ethereum-related products also brought additional收益, and together the two nearly reach $200 million, becoming one of the fastest-growing business segments.
Although this revenue is only a small portion of the company’s total $24.2 billion in revenue, its growth speed and market attention have clearly increased. The assets under management of its Bitcoin ETFs surpassed $100 billion within a year, becoming one of the fastest-expanding products in history, further consolidating the position of digital assets in traditional financial systems.
Beyond the crypto business, the company’s overall fundamentals are also strong. At the end of 2025, assets under management reached $14 trillion, with net inflows of nearly $700 billion for the year. Its profitability exceeded market expectations. The compensation committee considered multiple factors in its assessment, including asset growth, strategic execution, and new business expansion.
However, some shareholders still have reservations about executive compensation, and support for the related proposals was about 67%. Historical data suggests that if market conditions weaken or asset scale declines, executive compensation may also see a noticeable adjustment.
In the long term, digital assets have been incorporated into the core development path. As Bitcoin and Ethereum gradually integrate into institutional allocation frameworks, the impact of related businesses on the company’s revenue structure and management incentive system is expected to continue expanding.
10、Polymarket: Cumulative fee revenue exceeds $15.18 million; it has basically offset LP subsidy expenses
According to data drawn on Dune by Gate Research, since January 6 the platform has charged transaction fees on certain markets. Polymarket has already accumulated more than $15.18 million in fee revenue. At the same time, Polymarket has paid a total of $15.36 million in subsidies to liquidity providers (LPs), and the platform’s fee earnings have essentially offset the total spending on liquidity subsidies.
11、Distributed Capital’s Shen Bo releases 2022 stolen-asset breakdown totaling $42 million
Shen Bo of Distributed Capital posted on the X platform a breakdown of the asset theft incident on November 10, 2022. The theft occurred from 0:46 to 1:02 EST on November 10, 2022. The affected device was a Trust Wallet hot wallet on an iPhone 12 Pro Max. The total stolen assets amounted to $42 million. The related victim addresses include an ETH address (0x6be…e894), a BTC address (1ECN…ukTG / bc1q…3de5), and a TRON address (TJLB…n1yD).
12、Lido DAO proposes to repurchase LDO: staged buybacks to support the token price with 10,000 stETH
Lido DAO has put forward a new governance proposal to repurchase its governance token LDO in stages in order to respond to the current weak market and support the price. Under the proposal, the DAO will allocate up to 10,000 stETH from the treasury, totaling roughly $20 million, to accumulate LDO. The buybacks will be executed in batches, with 1,000 stETH each time. It will use limit orders or a dollar-cost averaging method to reduce the impact of market volatility, and each batch’s repurchase of tokens requires separate approval from token holders.
Lido DAO states that there is currently a significant divergence between the market price of LDO and the underlying protocol fundamentals. According to the proposal, the ratio between LDO and Ethereum is at a historical low, and the trading price is about 63% below the two-year median. Despite the price decline, Lido still holds a leading position in the Ethereum liquid staking market, with a market share of about 23%. However, since the $7.30 high point, LDO’s price has fallen by nearly 96%, showing a clear mispricing of the token in the market.
From the perspective of protocol operations, Lido’s 2025 revenue is expected to decline by 23% to about $40.5 million, but its core performance remains solid. In the same period, rewards are down about 20%, costs are down 13% year over year, and the fee rate rose from 5% to 6.11%. The DAO says that LDO price volatility does not match the magnitude of the protocol’s decline in actual performance, which is a primary reason for proposing the buyback plan.
If this proposal is approved, it will provide near-term price support for LDO while demonstrating Lido DAO’s proactive management capabilities regarding governance token pricing and protocol value. Investors may watch the execution progress of the LDO buyback and the market’s response to the proposal, which could become one of the recent focuses in the crypto market.
13、Ripple launches XRPL privacy transfer solution: multi-purpose token support for institutional-grade compliance and security
Ripple’s research team proposed a privacy-preserving transfer scheme for multi-purpose tokens (MPTs) on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). The paper, written by Murat Cenk, Aanchal Malhotra, and Joseph Ayo Akinyele, proposes “Confidential MPTs,” aiming to support institutional and regulated application scenarios while allowing issuers to execute controls such as freezing and recovery.
The proposal is a cryptographic extension of the XLS-33 token standard. This standard went live on the XRPL mainnet in October 2025. Confidential transfers ensure transaction correctness and sufficient balances by using EC-ElGamal encrypted account balances combined with non-interactive zero-knowledge proofs, without requiring validators to decrypt account information. At the same time, the sender and recipient identities remain visible, preserving XRPL’s account model.
The paper’s abstract states that confidential MPTs provide an on-chain selective disclosure model based on multiple encrypted balances and equivalence proofs, to meet regulatory and institutional needs, enable crypto auditing functionality, and remain compatible with a simpler issuer-mediated audit mode. This means institutional users can enjoy higher privacy protection when carrying out compliant transactions, while regulators can still perform necessary audits.
At the time this research was released, the global regulatory stance on on-chain privacy was adjusting. In a report submitted by the U.S. Department of the Treasury in early March, it acknowledged that lawful digital asset users trading on public blockchains may rely on mixers. Ripple also continued strengthening XRPL network security, launching an AI-driven security strategy to enhance the overall resilience of the ecosystem.
With this privacy transfer scheme proposed, it will provide safer, more controllable, and compliant privacy capabilities for multi-purpose token transactions on XRPL, or could drive institutions to adopt XRPL for high-value digital asset operations, producing a demonstrative effect on future public blockchain privacy standards.
14、U.S. crypto company calls for legislation: prevent SEC from restarting strict enforcement, safeguard Bitcoin and Ethereum innovation
U.S. cryptocurrency companies are intensifying lobbying efforts in Congress, seeking clear legislation to avoid returning to the era of strict enforcement by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Industry executives said that the SEC’s past regulatory actions have resulted in high legal costs and increased market uncertainty, forcing some innovation and business activities to move outside the United States. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse emphasized that only legislation can ensure regulatory stability across administrations and avoid a cycle where companies get stuck in ambiguity about rules and weak enforcement.
Executives from multiple major companies, including Ripple and Coinbase, said that for years, legal disputes have consumed billions of dollars, hindering technical development and investment in hiring. Companies such as Kraken, Gemini, and Grayscale have also faced investigations or lawsuits. These cases often last long and come with high costs. Industry insiders warn that in the absence of clear laws, a new SEC leadership may change existing guidance, increasing market risk.
The legislative priorities advocated by the industry include stablecoin management and digital asset market structure. Some proposals are seen as leaning toward traditional financial institutions, which could limit the competitiveness of crypto services. Company executives said that cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology can provide faster, lower-cost financial services, but an uncertain regulatory environment is obstructing innovation.
Political factors also affect the regulatory outlook. Some committees may see leadership changes, and regulatory guidelines could return to an enforcement-first mode. Senator Elizabeth Warren holds a strict stance on crypto regulation, raising concerns in the market about the future direction of policy. Industry insiders have proposed a compromise approach, hoping to promote innovation within established frameworks while also balancing investor protection.
Analysts believe that calls from U.S. crypto companies for clear legislation not only affect business development and market stability, but also determine the position of digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum within the domestic innovation ecosystem. Only through legal certainty can the industry avoid recurring regulatory swings and achieve long-term development.
15、Powell’s remarks are coming! Six major macro data releases this week; Bitcoin may face a critical turning point
At the end of March 2026, Bitcoin is trading in a range around $67,400. A series of major U.S. macro economic data releases will soon be published, making them a key variable for determining market direction. This week includes six indicators, such as remarks by Federal Reserve Chair Powell and employment and consumption data, which will directly affect expectations for rate cuts and thus influence Bitcoin’s trend.
First, Powell will deliver remarks on Monday. With the market highly sensitive right now, any statements about inflation, employment, or the path of monetary policy could quickly transmit to risk assets. If he signals a more dovish stance, it could support a Bitcoin rebound; if he continues a hawkish posture, it could reinforce the U.S. dollar and Treasury yields, suppressing price performance.
On Tuesday, JOLTS job openings and the consumer confidence index will be released. These two data points respectively reflect labor demand and consumer willingness to spend. If job openings continue to fall and confidence weakens, it will reinforce expectations of economic cooling, boosting market bets on easing policies and providing support for Bitcoin.
On Wednesday, ADP employment data and retail sales data will further verify economic resilience. If employment growth slows or consumption softens, it may raise concerns about downside economic risks while also increasing expectations for liquidity. Conversely, if the data is strong, it could push out rate-cut expectations and put pressure on the market.
The nonfarm payroll report to be released on Friday is especially critical. Because it coincides with Good Friday, market liquidity tends to be lower, and the impact of the data could be amplified. If employment data remains weak, the market may increase its bets on rate cuts, pushing Bitcoin to test higher ranges; but if the economy weakens noticeably, it could also weigh on risk assets simultaneously.
At present, Bitcoin sits at the intersection where macro drivers and market-structure dynamics are battling for control. In the short term, policy expectations and economic data will be the dominant variables. Prices may keep tugging back and forth within key ranges while the market waits for confirmation of the direction.
