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First Negative Flows in 2025 Amid Inflation Fears

Crypto outflows totaled $415 million last week, marking a sharp reversal from a streak of net positive flows since the beginning of the year.
This downturn is largely attributed to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent hawkish remarks and higher-than-expected US inflation data.
Bitcoin Succumbs As Crypto Outflows Hit $415 Million
The latest CoinShares report indicates that crypto outflows amounted to $430 million last week. Bitcoin (BTC), known for its sensitivity to interest rate expectations, bore the brunt of the investor retreat, indicating a broader risk-off sentiment in the crypto market.

The negative flows come after the US Federal Reserve (Fed) indicated that inflation climbed to 3% year-on-year (YoY) in January, effectively beating expectations. Similarly, core inflation reached 3.3%, raising market concerns.
As BeInCrypto reported, crypto investors reacted negatively, with the overall market cap falling by 5% and Bitcoin slipping below $95,000 immediately. However, the main concern was remarks from Fed chair Jerome Powell, who hinted that he was not hurrying to cut interest rates.
During his testimony to Congress, Powell emphasized the need to keep interest rates elevated for an extended period to combat inflation. This dashed investor hopes for early rate cuts, rattling crypto markets, as higher interest rates generally weigh on speculative assets.
“A bit of reverse wealth effect may be the top factor to alleviate inflation, which means highly speculative crypto’s at the forefront… It may be silly to expect inflation to drop until risk assets do,” wrote analyst Mike McGlone.
Not forgetting that the market was already reeling from US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, Powell’s stance weighed heavy on risk-on assets. Bitcoin’s Fear and Greed Index, a widely followed measure of market sentiment, dropped into ‘Fear’ territory following the CPI release.
Notably, it has since resorted to neutral territory, reflecting continued investor uncertainty ahead of FOMC minutes this week.

Against this backdrop, most of last week’s crypto outflows, totaling $464 million, originated from the US. According to CoinShares researcher James Butterfill, US-based investors reacted strongly to domestic economic signals.
“We believe these outflows were triggered by the Congressional meeting with Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who signaled a more hawkish monetary policy stance, coupled with US inflation data exceeding expectations…The majority of outflows originated in the US…most other countries remained largely unaffected by the news,” an excerpt in the report read.
First Net Crypto Outflows in 2025
Meanwhile, the $415 million crypto outflow marks the first net withdrawal from digital asset investment products in 2025, disrupting a streak of positive flows. A week earlier, crypto inflows had reached $1.3 billion, highlighting the rapid sentiment shift in response to macroeconomic conditions.
Before this pullback, the crypto market had also seen a series of strong inflows, extending the positive flows since the first week of the year. Specifically, the first week of January saw $585 million in inflows, signaling early-year investor confidence, while inflows soared to $2.2 billion later in the month amid optimism surrounding President Trump’s inauguration. However, in early February, inflows slowed to $527 million as China’s DeepSeek drained liquidity.
These figures illustrate how fast investor sentiment can shift in response to economic data and policy signals.
It is also worth noting that the impact of inflation data was particularly evident in Bitcoin ETF (exchange-traded funds) outflows. As BeInCrypto reported, Bitcoin ETF outflows stretched from $56.76 million to $243 million as inflation and Powell’s stance on rate cuts shook investor confidence.
Nevertheless, Ethereum ETFs showed greater resilience, avoiding similar capital flight. The latest CoinShares report also indicates that the impact was more pronounced on Bitcoin than Ethereum. This suggests that investors may reassess their digital asset allocations in light of shifting macroeconomic conditions.
This aligns with a recent JPMorgan survey, which established that 51% of traders view tariffs and inflation as the most influential market factors in 2025.

Additionally, 41% of respondents expressed heightened concerns about volatility, particularly in response to unpredictable political developments.
Based on this outlook, the minutes of the FOMC (Federal Open Market Committee) meeting later could have a bearing on crypto inflows or outflows this week.
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US Senators Question Trump’s Involvement in USD1 Stablecoin

A coalition of US Senators is raising serious concerns about a potential conflict of interest involving President Donald Trump and an upcoming stablecoin project called USD1.
The digital asset, backed by World Liberty Financial (WLF), has drawn scrutiny due to Trump’s reported ties to the company behind it.
Warren-Led Group Flags Risks of Presidential Involvement in USD1 Approval
On March 28, a group of lawmakers led by Senator Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to the Federal Reserve and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).
They asked both agencies to clarify how they plan to uphold regulatory integrity regarding the impending USD1 stablecoin.
The request comes as Congress considers the GENIUS Act, a bill that would grant the Fed and OCC broad authority over stablecoin regulation.
“The President of the United States could sign legislation that would facilitate his own product launch and then retain authority to regulate his own financial company,” they noted.
The Senators warned that allowing a sitting president to profit from a digital currency regulated by federal agencies under his influence poses a major threat to financial stability. They argue that such a situation is without precedent and could erode public trust in the regulatory process.
“The launch of a stablecoin directly tied to a sitting President who stands to benefit financially from the stablecoin’s success presents unprecedented risks to our financial system,” They argued.
The letter outlines scenarios where Trump could directly or indirectly influence decisions involving USD1.
For instance, the President could interfere with the OCC’s evaluation of the stablecoin’s application or discourage enforcement actions against WLF.
They also suggested that Trump could pressure the Federal Reserve to provide emergency financial support for USD1 during market volatility—support that may not extend to competing stablecoins.
“[Trump] could also attempt to direct the Fed to establish a master account at the central bank for WLF. He could intervene to deny such assistance to USD1’s competitors,” the lawmakers stressed.
In addition, the Senators noted that the GENIUS Act contains no conflict-of-interest provisions that would prevent Trump from using his office to benefit financially from the stablecoin’s success.
This absence of guardrails, they say, opens the door to regulatory favoritism and economic manipulation.
Considering this, the lawmakers demanded clarification on how the Fed and OCC would handle key issues. These include the approval process for USD1, the potential creation of liquidity support during crises, and WLF’s oversight of potentially unsafe business practices.
The agencies must submit their responses by April 11, 2025. The letter was signed by Senators Elizabeth Warren, Ron Wyden, Chris Van Hollen, Jack Reed, and Cory Booker.
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Ethereum Drops As Two Whales Face $235 Million Liquidation Risk

Ethereum (ETH) is under pressure once again, dropping around 3% in the last 24 hours and falling below the $1,800 level. This decline is putting several large leveraged positions at risk, including two massive whale vaults on Maker that collectively hold over $235 million worth of ETH.
With on-chain indicators flashing warning signs and technical levels being tested, the stakes are rising for both bulls and bears. As ETH hovers near critical support, the coming days could prove pivotal for its short-term price trajectory.
Ethereum Whales Could Get Liquidated
Ethereum has dropped around 3% in the past 24 hours, slipping below the $1,900 mark once again. This decline is putting pressure on large leveraged positions within the DeFi ecosystem.
According to on-chain data from Lookonchain, two major whale vaults on Maker—one of the leading decentralized lending protocols—are now approaching critical levels.

Together, these vaults hold 125,603 ETH, valued at approximately $235 million. With ETH’s price nearing their liquidation thresholds, both vaults are at risk of being forcibly closed if the downward trend continues.
In Maker’s system, users can deposit ETH into vaults as collateral to borrow the DAI stablecoin. To avoid liquidation, the collateral must stay above a certain health ratio—essentially a safety buffer.

When that buffer gets too low, the protocol automatically sells off the collateral to cover the debt. In this case, the health ratio of the whale positions has fallen to just 1.07, dangerously close to the minimum threshold.
One vault faces liquidation at an ETH price of $1,805, and the other at $1,787. If ETH continues to dip, these vaults could trigger significant sell pressure, potentially accelerating the downward move.
Indicators Suggest The Downtrend Could Continue
Ethereum’s recent price drop has pushed its Relative Strength Index (RSI) back into oversold territory, currently sitting at 24.37. Just three days ago, the RSI was at 58.92, indicating how quickly sentiment has shifted.
The RSI is a momentum indicator that measures the speed and change of price movements, with readings below 30 typically signaling that an asset is oversold.

While this suggests that Ethereum may be due for a short-term bounce or relief rally, historical data shows that RSI can remain oversold for extended periods—or even drop further—if bearish momentum stays strong.
Ethereum’s Directional Movement Index (DMI), which signals a strong downtrend, adds to the bearish outlook. The Average Directional Index (ADX), which measures the strength of a trend, surged to 38.6 from 23.47 just a day ago, indicating growing momentum behind the current move.

Meanwhile, the +DI (positive directional indicator) has fallen to 10.6, while the -DI (negative directional indicator) has spiked to 40.23, showing that sellers are firmly in control.
This combination—rising ADX, high -DI, and falling +DI—typically suggests an intensifying bearish trend, meaning Ethereum’s price could remain under pressure in the near term despite already being technically oversold.
Will Ethereum Fall Below $1,800 Soon?
If Ethereum’s downtrend continues, the next key level to watch is the support at $1,823. A break below this level could quickly push the price down toward $1,759—a move that would trigger the liquidation of two major whale vaults on Maker, which are already hovering near their thresholds.
These potential liquidations could amplify sell pressure, making it even harder for Ethereum price to stabilize in the short term. Given the current bearish momentum and weak technical indicators, this scenario remains a real risk if bulls fail to step in.

However, if sentiment shifts and the trend reverses, Ethereum could regain ground and test the resistance level at $1,938.
Breaking above that could open the path toward $2,104, a level that has previously acted as both resistance and support. Should buying momentum strengthen further, ETH might continue climbing toward $2,320 and potentially even $2,546.
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Dark Web Criminals Are Selling Binance and Gemini User Data

More than 100,000 users of popular crypto exchanges Binance and Gemini may be at risk after a trove of sensitive information appeared for sale on the dark web.
The leaked data reportedly includes full names, email addresses, phone numbers, and location details—raising alarms over growing cyber threats in the crypto sector.
Dark Web Actors Are Targeting Crypto Users
On March 27, a dark web user operating under the alias AKM69 listed a large database allegedly tied to Gemini, one of the largest crypto trading platforms in the US.
According to Dark Web Informer, the dataset mainly includes information about users from the United States, with a few entries from Singapore and the United Kingdom. The attacker claims the data could be used for marketing, fraud, or crypto recovery scams.
“The database for sale reportedly includes 100,000 records, each containing full names, emails, phone numbers, and location data of individuals from the United States and a few entries from Singapore and the UK,” the report stated.
It is unclear whether the leak resulted from a direct breach of Gemini’s systems or from other vulnerabilities, such as compromised user accounts or phishing campaigns.
Meanwhile, this incident followed another alarming listing on March 26.
According to the report, a separate dark web actor, kiki88888, allegedly offered a trove of Binance user data for sale. The database is said to hold over 132,000 entries, including the exchange users’ login information.

The Dark Web Informer suggests phishing attacks likely caused the breach rather than a compromise of the exchange’s systems.
“Some of you really need to stop clicking random stuff,” the Informer stated.
Binance and Gemini have yet to publicly comment on these incidents. However, phishing remains one of the most effective methods cybercriminals use to exploit crypto holders.
Scammers often impersonate official accounts or place misleading ads that redirect users to fake websites. Coinbase users are also being extensively targeted through phishing campaigns.
As BeInCrypto reported earlier, in March, Coinbase users lost over $46 million to social engineering scams.
Blockchain security firm Scam Sniffer revealed that phishing-related losses exceeded $15 million in the first two months of the year. This figure highlights the growing scale of the threat.
Given the rising threats, crypto users should stay vigilant and avoid unfamiliar links. They should also protect their accounts with two-factor authentication and hardware wallets whenever possible.
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