US-Iran Tensions Shake Markets

Geopolitical risk, rising oil prices, and ETF outflows are increasing pressure on the crypto market.
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Bitcoin, ETF Outflows, and Global Risk Aversion

Market Performance

Asset / Index Value ($) Daily Change (%)
Bitcoin (BTC) 65,981 -3.16%
Ethereum (ETH) 1,941 -5.73%
Bitcoin Spot ETF -27.50M Outflow
Ethereum Spot ETF -43.50M Outflow
Nasdaq (NAS100) 24,517 -3.07%
S&P 500 (SPX) 6,779 -2.40%
Russell 2000 (RUT) 2,580 -3.23%
U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) 98.451 +1.18%
VIX Volatility Index 19.85 +10.71%
U.S. 10-Year Yield 3.972 -1.89%
Brent Crude Oil (BRENT) 79.645 +11.71%
LBMA Gold (XAU) 5,407 +4.26%
LBMA Silver (XAG) 93.63 +6.08%

“Prepared at UTC 07.39 am”

US-Iran Tensions Rock Markets

As concerns over the US-Iran conflict escalated, Bitcoin and US stock futures gave up their early gains. Bitcoin fell below $66,000, while S&P 500 futures also declined. Reports indicated that Iran had increased its attacks on US assets, highlighting how geopolitical risks are putting pressure on risky assets.

Oil Surges, Crypto and Global Markets Under Pressure

The sharp rise in oil prices due to tensions in the Middle East triggered risk aversion in global markets. As concerns about energy supply grew, investors turned to safe havens. In this environment, selling pressure formed on crypto assets and stocks.

$9 Billion Outflow from Bitcoin and Ether ETFs

Over the past four months, there has been a net outflow of over $9 billion from Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs. This indicates weakening institutional demand and shows that market sentiment remains cautious. This decline in fund flows is seen as a medium-term pressure factor in the crypto market.

HYPE Token Rises with Supply Move

The HYPE token rose approximately 5% after a token burn that offset a $316 million unlock. While the tightening on the supply side is noted to have eased pressure on the price, the JUP token also gained value on a weekly basis due to the supply freeze effect.

Strategy (MSTR) Increased Dividends, Extended Stock Decline Series

Strategy announced it raised its STRC dividend to 11.5%. Despite this, MSTR stock recorded its eighth consecutive monthly decline. The company’s weak market performance despite its aggressive Bitcoin strategy was noteworthy.

SpaceX’s Bitcoin Position Declined Ahead of IPO

The value of SpaceX’s approximately $780 million Bitcoin holdings fell to around $545 million due to the market decline. This development shows that the company was exposed to crypto volatility ahead of its potential IPO application.

Major Altcoins See Post-War-Related Selling Reaction

Following the sharp sell-off in the crypto market over the weekend due to US-Iran tensions, major altcoins, notably Ether, Solana, and XRP, recorded reactionary gains approaching 10%. Analysts view this movement as a technical rebound after oversold conditions rather than a strong trend reversal. It is emphasized that volatility may remain high and rallies may be fragile if geopolitical risks persist.

30% Flash Crash on Lighter Exchange with a Single Order

A single large sell order on the decentralized perpetual platform Lighter caused an abrupt price drop of approximately 30% in the relevant trading pair. It was noted that the event occurred under low liquidity conditions, and the price rapidly declined due to insufficient order book depth. This development once again highlighted that large orders can create systemic fragility, especially in small and illiquid markets. The platform stated that the incident was not a technical glitch but a liquidity shock stemming from market structure.

46% of Bitcoin Supply in Loss

According to CryptoQuant data, approximately 9.09 million BTC, or about 46% of the circulating supply, is currently below its cost. This picture shows that a significant portion of the market has entered the “investor in loss” zone. Historically, such periods are often seen in late-cycle corrections, but they can also accompany bottom formation processes in the medium term.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry risk. Always do your own research before making decisions. Darkex is not liable for any financial losses.
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