Crypto Macro News and Global Policy Updates

U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs added fresh capital on March 23, reversing earlier weakness and restoring momentum across the category. The rebound followed several weeks of withdrawals in 2026, and it narrowed the funds’ year-to-date deficit. Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas linked the trend to

_RBA shifts toward tokenization rollout, seeing $24B gains as stablecoins and bank tokens take distinct market roles._ Tokenization is gaining traction in Australia, and the Reserve Bank says the debate is changing. In a Wednesday speech, Assistant Governor Brad Jones described Project Acacia, a tr

Key Insights Solana processes over 100 million daily transactions and $650 billion in monthly stablecoin volume, outpacing major blockchain networks in activity metrics. Institutional demand strengthens as spot Solana ETFs attract up to $1.5 billion in inflows, with growing participation

In brief Franklin Templeton and Ondo Finance are teaming up to tokenize five of the financial giant's ETFs. Offerings include Franklin Templeton's responsibly sourced gold ETF and its high-yield corporate ETF. The tokenized ETFs will be offered via Ondo's Global Markets platform, which

Bitcoin Depot undergoes leadership changes, with Alex Holmes replacing Scott Buchanan amid increasing regulatory scrutiny and a projected revenue decline of 30-40%. The company faces heightened compliance costs and challenges in the Bitcoin ATM sector.

Bitcoin has recently been oscillating between $60,000 and $75,000, with reduced selling pressure in the market. Spot ETF inflows have turned positive, indicating a possible market bottom formation. Long-term holders' reluctance to sell is also strengthening price support. However, macroeconomic uncertainty remains, impacting market sentiment.

US Vice President Vance may travel to Pakistan and Iran for talks before the weekend. Iran's military stated it will monitor enemy movements and take action if necessary to protect its territory, warning the US not to act rashly.

Gate News reported that on March 25, according to Axios reporter Barak Ravid, the Trump administration stated that it has not yet received any official message from Iran rejecting the relevant proposal.

Between 2026-03-25 16:15 to 16:30 (UTC), BTC recorded a +0.90% return within the 15-minute K-line, with a price range of 70829.6 to 71746.1 USDT, reaching an amplitude of 1.29%. The short-term volatility during this period attracted market attention, with active trading driving a slight expansion in transaction fluctuations. Overall market sentiment is neutral to slightly bullish, with attention increasing marginally, but no signs of significant emotional spread were observed. The primary driver of this volatility was large account concentrated operations against the backdrop of exchange liquidity at low levels, producing a significant impact. Whale holders positioned during this window

Gate News report: On March 25, according to market sources, SpaceX plans to raise up to $75 billion in its IPO.

Franklin Templeton and Ondo Finance have partnered to launch tokenized ETFs, enabling global investors to trade U.S. stock, gold, and bond ETFs 24/7, breaking traditional trading constraints. These tokens can serve as collateral in DeFi protocols and lower the barrier to entry for global investors. Initial products target non-U.S. markets including Europe and Asia-Pacific, with potential to accelerate the convergence of traditional asset management and crypto finance in the future.

Gate News reports that on March 25, House Speaker Johnson stated that the Iran war is "nearing an end and objectives have been achieved," while emphasizing that U.S. military troop concentrations in the Middle East serve as a warning to Iran, and claiming "there will be no ground combat operations." However, reports have recently revealed that the Trump administration is actually deploying additional ground combat forces to the Middle East. The Marine Expeditionary Forces 31 and 11, which include thousands of troops, are en route, and combat units under the Army's 82nd Airborne Division are also preparing to deploy to the Middle East.

Ondo Finance and Franklin Templeton are collaborating to create tokenized versions of traditional investment products, enabling users to invest in real-world assets through blockchain without brokerage hassles. This partnership aims to educate users and explore the regulatory landscape, potentially reshaping asset access and distribution in finance.

Gate News bot message, according to the March 25 update, Bitcoin ETFs recorded a 1-day net outflow of 1,565 BTC ($111.64M) and a 7-day net outflow of 2,966 BTC ($211.6M). Ethereum ETFs showed a 1-day net outflow of 14,551 ETH ($31.69M) and a 7-day net outflow of 125,873 ETH ($274.15M). In contrast,

Gate News reported that on March 25, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) released data showing that U.S. crude oil inventory increased by 6.926 million barrels for the week ending March 20, far exceeding market expectations of 0.477 million barrels, with the previous value at 6.156 million barrels. Crude oil inventory in Cushing, Oklahoma (the main U.S. crude oil delivery point) increased by 3.421 million barrels, with the previous value at 0.944 million barrels. Strategic Petroleum Reserve inventory remained at 0 million barrels, with the previous value at 0 million barrels.

Gate News report: On March 25, Nvidia (NVDA.O, American chip manufacturer) stock price gains expanded to 3%, now trading at $180.7.

US House Speaker Johnson announces "Operation Epic Wrath" is nearing completion, a military operation launched by the United States and Israel against Iran in 2026, which resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei. Iran launched a counterattack, causing US military casualties and disruptions to global energy supply chains.

Gate News reports that on March 25, the Dallas Federal Reserve released an energy survey showing that respondents expect WTI crude oil (West Texas Intermediate crude oil, the U.S. crude oil benchmark price) to be priced at $74 per barrel by the end of 2026. Regarding drilling activity, 50% of respondents expect drilling numbers will not increase in 2026, while 47% of respondents expect oil well numbers will see slight or significant increases.

The crypto market is reacting strongly to new political news, and this time it’s about stablecoin yield. Many traders believe a new draft of the U.S. Clarity Act could seriously limit how stablecoins generate returns, and that has already started to affect the market. One of the biggest reacti

K33 research report states that Bitcoin has recently oscillated within the $60,000 to $75,000 range, with weakening selling pressure in the market, displaying characteristics of establishing a bottom. Long-term holders tend to accumulate coins, which helps stabilize prices, but macroeconomic uncertainty remains, which may impact risk appetite and capital inflows.