US Treasury Secretary Bessant: We will use Iranian oil to lower oil prices. (Jinshi)

According to SoSoValue data, Ethereum spot ETFs saw a total net outflow of $55.7024 million yesterday (March 18th, Eastern Time). The Ethereum spot ETF with the largest single-day net inflow was the BlackRock Stalled ETH ETF (ETHB), with a net inflow of $1.1265 million. ETHB's historical total net inflow has reached $146 million. The Ethereum spot ETF with the largest single-day net outflow was the Fidelity ETF (FETH), with a net outflow of $37.1086 million. FETH's historical total net inflow has reached $2.339 billion. As of press time, the total net asset value of Ethereum spot ETFs is $12.866 billion, with an ETF net asset value ratio (market capitalization as a percentage of Ethereum's total market capitalization) of 4.87%. The historical cumulative net inflow has reached $11.908 billion.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is set to launch a special promotion in celebration of Eid al Fitr, offering two exclusive activities for its P2P community: a zero-fee trading period and a cashback rewards challenge. The promotion aims to reward users with fee-free P2P trading and the opportunity to earn cashback on trading fees. Promotion A, which allows users to enjoy zero P2P trading fees, will take place on 2026-03-20 from 00:00 (UTC) to 23:59 (UTC). During this period, eligible users and merchants trading in specified currencies, including PKR, SAR, EGP, KWD, JOD, QAR, OMR, IQD, and LBP, will benefit from 0% trading fees for both maker and taker orders. Promotion B, scheduled from 2026-03-21 00:00 (UTC) to 2026-04-04 23:59 (UTC), encourages continued trading momentum post-Eid. The top 100 users ranked by total P2P trading volume in the eligible currencies can qualify to share a prize pool of 4,000 USDT as cashback on their paid P2P trading fees. The reward structure is tiered based on trading volume, offering cashback rates of 10%, 20%, and 30% for volumes ranging from $100,000 to above $750,000. Cashback rewards will be distributed as Trading Fee Rebate Vouchers within four weeks after the promotion ends, with individual rewards capped at 300 USDT per user. Binance emphasizes that all distributed vouchers will expire within two weeks after distribution, urging eligible users to claim their vouchers promptly. The platform reserves the right to disqualify trades deemed as wash trades or market manipulation and may amend the terms and conditions at its discretion.

According to SoSoValue data, Bitcoin spot ETFs saw a total net outflow of $164 million yesterday (March 18th, Eastern Time). The Bitcoin spot ETF with the largest single-day net outflow was Fidelity ETF (FBTC), with a net outflow of $104 million. FBTC's historical total net inflow has reached $10.975 billion. This was followed by BlackRock ETF (IBIT), with a single-day net outflow of $33.9058 million. IBIT's historical total net inflow has reached $63.341 billion. As of press time, the total net asset value of Bitcoin spot ETFs is $92.067 billion, with an ETF net asset value ratio (market capitalization as a percentage of Bitcoin's total market capitalization) of 6.46%. The historical cumulative net inflow has reached $56.373 billion.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessenter: We will not attack Iran's energy infrastructure. U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessenter: Last night was the largest night of attacks against Iran. U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessenter: We will allow Iranian oil to continue to be shipped out of the Gulf. U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessenter: There are approximately 130 million barrels of Iranian crude oil on the surface. (Jinshi)

Key takeawaysBitcoin slipped to around $70,000, pressured by rising energy prices and a stronger U.S. dollar.Federal Reserve held rates steady at 3.50%–3.75%, pausing cuts and boosting the dollar.Oil surged, with Brent hitting $114 and Oman crude nearing $150, fueling inflation concerns.Nearly $600 million in crypto liquidations occurred, with long positions taking the largest hit.Bitcoin Drops as Macro Pressures MountBitcoin fell toward the $70,000 level on Thursday, extending losses amid a broader risk-off move across global markets.The leading cryptocurrency declined about 1.6%, while Ethereum dropped roughly 1.7% to $2,160, tracking weakness in equities and other risk assets.The selloff comes as macroeconomic pressures intensify, driven by surging energy prices and tighter monetary expectations.Oil Surge Adds Inflation PressureEnergy markets rallied sharply as geopolitical tensions escalated in the Middle East.Brent crude oil rose to $114 per barrelOman crude spiked toward $150European natural gas futures surged 25%The price spike followed attacks on key energy infrastructure, raising concerns about global supply disruptions and rising inflation, which tend to weigh on risk assets like crypto.Fed Holds Rates, Dollar StrengthensThe Federal Reserve added further pressure after deciding to hold interest rates unchanged at 3.50%–3.75%, effectively pausing its rate-cutting cycle.The move strengthened the U.S. dollar and dampened appetite for risk assets, with Nasdaq 100 futures slipping alongside crypto markets.Higher rates and a stronger dollar typically reduce liquidity and investor demand for speculative assets such as cryptocurrencies.$600M Liquidations Hit Crypto MarketsThe downturn triggered widespread liquidations across crypto derivatives markets.$600 million in liquidations over 24 hoursMajority were long (bullish) positionsTotal futures open interest fell 5.6% to $106.9 billionEther futures open interest dropped 9%, signaling capital outflows as traders reduced exposure.At the same time, negative funding rates across major tokens indicate rising demand for short positions.Volatility and Downside Hedging IncreaseMarket sentiment has turned cautious, with volatility rising again.Bitcoin volatility index climbed above 58Options markets show increased demand for put options and downside protectionTraders are positioning for further uncertainty amid macro risksThe combination of geopolitical tensions, rising energy costs, and tighter financial conditions continues to drive volatility across crypto markets.

On March 17, 2026, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) jointly issued an official interpretation on how federal securities laws and commodity exchange laws apply to crypto assets.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is celebrating Novruz with a special referral campaign, offering users the chance to earn token vouchers valued up to $300 USDT each. The campaign runs from 2026-03-19 to 2026-04-19, or until the prize pool is exhausted. Participants can unlock rewards up to 20 times by inviting friends to sign up, deposit, and trade on Binance. The more friends invited, the greater the potential rewards. To participate, users must visit the activity page and click 'Join Now' to confirm their involvement. They can then invite friends using a designated referral link or code. Successful referrals require invitees to deposit at least $20 equivalent through various Binance channels and trade at least $50 equivalent on Binance Spot, Convert, Margin, or Futures. Upon completing these tasks, both the referrer and the referee can unlock a 'Lucky Bag' containing a random token voucher reward. The rewards are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, and users must claim them within the promotion period. Binance outlines specific terms and conditions for the campaign, including regional eligibility and restrictions on certain trading pairs. Users in restricted regions cannot participate, and sub-accounts are excluded from the promotion. The platform reserves the right to disqualify participants engaging in dishonest activities or violating Binance's terms. Rewards are distributed within 48 hours to the user's Rewards Hub, and vouchers must be claimed within seven days of distribution. Binance retains the discretion to amend or cancel the campaign without prior notice, emphasizing the importance of compliance with its terms and conditions.

ShareX officially launched its flagship growth product, TreasureX Season 2, partnering with over 10 global sharing economy brands to release a $1 million reward pool, including tokens, USDT, and various Web2 brand rewards. Currently, S2 has entered its second phase, "Expansion — The Hunt Unfolds," and launched a social task module called "Frontier Signals." According to the rules, users can earn TreasureXP by posting relevant content on the X platform and have the opportunity to win a dedicated $10,000 reward pool. TreasureXP will be used throughout the entire cycle, recording real-world behavior and directly linking it to future token airdrops, reinforcing the concept of "behavior as asset." Previously, TreasureX S1 attracted over 870,000 users and completed multi-regional validation. S2 builds upon this foundation with a comprehensive upgrade, expanding to a wider range of business self-service IoT networks and bridging on-chain incentives with real-world offline consumption behavior.

India's Foreign Ministry has expressed strong disapproval of recent attacks on energy infrastructure in the Gulf region. According to Jin10, the ministry emphasized that such actions are unacceptable and pose a threat to regional stability. The statement underscores India's concern over the security of energy supplies, which are crucial for the global economy. The ministry called for restraint and dialogue to resolve tensions in the area, highlighting the importance of maintaining peace and security in the Gulf.

According to the announcement from Binance, a new campaign on Binance Square's CreatorPad offers verified users the opportunity to unlock 1,968,000 SIGN token rewards by completing specific tasks. The activity period is set from 2026-03-19 09:30 (UTC) to 2026-04-02 23:59 (UTC), with token voucher rewards distributed before 2026-04-22. Participants can join the campaign by clicking 'Join now' on the activity page and completing tasks to earn points and rank on the leaderboard. Tasks include creating posts on Binance Square with a minimum of 100 characters about the project, using the hashtag #SignDigitalSovereignInfra, tagging the $SIGN token, and mentioning the project’s Square account SignOfficial (@SignOfficial). Additionally, users can create optional social media posts following similar criteria. Following SIGN’s account on Binance Square and trading a minimum of $10 equivalent in SIGN are also part of the tasks. Eligible users will earn points for each completed task, determining their rank on the leaderboard. The reward structure allocates 984,000 SIGN to the top 300 creators on the SIGN Global Project Leaderboard and another 984,000 SIGN to the top 300 eligible Chinese creators. The leaderboard data is displayed with a T+2 delay, and the snapshot date for calculating points is 2026-04-02. Participants must complete account verification (KYC) to receive rewards, and certain restrictions apply, such as caps on rewards per country and disqualification for suspicious activities. Binance reserves the right to amend terms and conditions without prior notice and to disqualify participants who violate guidelines. The validity period for the token voucher is seven days from distribution, and participants must keep campaign-related posts published for at least 60 days after the activity ends.

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