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A U.S. senator proposes the “American Mining Act”: elevate the “Strategic Bitcoin Reserve” into law, and break free from hardware dependence on China

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and Cynthia Lummis introduced the “American Mining Act” on March 30, aiming to strengthen the United States’ cryptocurrency mining infrastructure, promote domestic mining, and establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve. The bill would support American manufacturing, improve supply chain security, and phase out hardware technologies associated with foreign adversarial forces. The bill is intended to reduce reliance on Chinese hardware and strengthen the United States’ position in digital assets.
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動區BlockTempo·1h ago

ETH 15-minute drop of 0.92%: Institutional selling and macro risk aversion converge to trigger selling pressure

2026-03-30 17:15 to 17:30 (UTC), within 15 minutes ETH’s return recorded -0.92%, the price range was 2032.21 to 2060.58 USDT, the amplitude was 1.38%, and short-term market volatility intensified, drawing widespread attention. Data from the funding side shows that during this period the market’s overall trading volume remained at a high level, with large on-chain capital flows leaving, and short-term selling pressure being concentrated and released. The main driving force behind this unusual move comes from institutions actively reducing their holdings and a warming of macro risk-avoidance sentiment. During the reporting period, some large institutions began to adjust their portfolio structure, cutting ETH holdings significantly.
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GateNews·3h ago

BTC 15-minute drop of 0.54%: Weak liquidity and whale sell pressure jointly drive the decline

2026-03-30 14:15 to 14:30 (UTC) saw a significant abnormal move in the Bitcoin spot market. The short-term return rate was -0.54%, the price ranged from 67249.9 to 67698.6 USDT, and the amplitude reached 0.66%. Overall, trading volume and depth remain at extremely low levels within the year, which has increased volatility. Market attention has risen, and investors’ risk-avoidance sentiment has warmed. The main drivers of this abnormal move are fragile liquidity and concentrated whale fund selling. Specifically, spot trading volume has fallen to its lowest level since November 2023, and the 1% market depth has broken below 0.5%, indicating a significant reduction in market liquidity and increased risk of further sharp declines.
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GateNews·6h ago

The three major U.S. stock indexes opened higher, with the Dow up 0.78% and the S&P 500 up 0.77%.

Gate News message. On March 30, U.S. stocks opened higher, with all three major indexes opening up. The Dow (Dow Jones Industrial Average) rose 0.78%, the S&P 500 index (S&P 500 Index) rose 0.77%, and the Nasdaq (Nasdaq Composite Index) rose 0.7%. For individual stocks, Alcoa Corporation (AA.N) rose 7.9%; two large aluminum plants operating in Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates were recently hit by attacks from Iran.
GateNews·6h ago

Trump: Is in talks with Iran's “new government”; if they don't restart the Strait of Hormuz, they will completely destroy Iran's oil fields and power grid

According to the latest post by U.S. President Donald Trump on the social media platform Truth Social, the United States is conducting serious negotiations with Iran’s “new, more rational government,” and it has already made major progress. Trump issued a tough warning: if an agreement cannot be reached as soon as possible and the immediate restart of the Strait of Hormuz is not carried out, the U.S. military will completely destroy Iran’s oil wells, power plants, and energy lifelines such as Kharg Island. (Background: Oil prices break 100! Trump says negotiations are near the end—“will take Iran’s oil,” analysts warn: Bitcoin’s bottom may test $46,000) (Additional background: “Doomsday Doctor” Nouriel Roubini: Trump is very likely to “escalate the war with Iran”! Inflation’s rebound could force the Fed and the European Central Bank to raise rates) Has the geopolitical situation in the Middle East reached a decisive moment? U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest post on his social media platform Truth
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動區BlockTempo·8h ago

The U.S. dollar strengthened on concerns about the Middle East conflict, and analysts said it will be difficult to give back its gains in the short term

Gate News message, on March 30, the dollar strengthened again as the market worried about an escalation in the Middle East conflict. Although warnings from Japanese officials about intervening in the yen briefly strengthened the yen, the dollar’s decline was limited and short-lived. Chris Turner, an analyst at ING, said: "Unless Iran sends clear de-escalation signals, it will be difficult to see the dollar give back this month’s gains in the near term."
GateNews·10h ago

The Clarity Act hangs in the balance: the SEC may hold crypto accountable, and Ripple and developers face immense pressure

The prospects of the "Clarity Act" are unclear, which may lead the SEC to reconsider cryptocurrencies as securities, increasing legal risks. Industry insiders warn that short-termism and conflicting interests may delay the passage of the bill, impacting the legal status of mainstream assets. Cryptocurrency lobbying groups are prepared to address regulatory risks, calling for unity to ensure the long-term safety of the industry.
GateNews·12h ago

Ripple CEO: The negotiations for the Clarity Act are tough, but an agreement on stablecoins and the cryptocurrency industry is about to be reached.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse stated that negotiations for the Clarity Act are progressing smoothly and an agreement is expected to be reached soon. He emphasized that the U.S. should pass the bill as soon as possible to solidify its status as a cryptocurrency hub and noted that the use of stablecoins will facilitate the integration of traditional finance with the crypto industry.
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GateNews·12h ago

Every mined coin loses $20,000! Bitcoin miners are fleeing, and "mining difficulty" has dropped sharply by 7.8%.

The Bitcoin mining industry is facing major difficulties because the coin price has fallen to $68,000, while mining costs are as high as $88,000, causing miners to lose money and gradually exit the market. Soaring energy prices and heightened geopolitical risks are affecting hash rate and profitability. Mining companies are pivoting to move into the AI sector in hopes of securing stable cash flow.
区块客·12h ago

Why did the cryptocurrency market rise today? Bitcoin and Ethereum lead the increase, boosted by changes in the Middle East situation.

The global cryptocurrency market rebounded on March 30, 2026, with a market capitalization of approximately $2.4 trillion, as both Bitcoin and Ethereum saw gains, and market sentiment improved due to easing tensions in the Middle East. Despite the recovery in the spot market, the derivatives market remains volatile, and investors should pay attention to the potential pressures from high energy prices and interest rates.
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GateNews·13h ago

Oil prices surged past $116! The escalation of war impacts the market, and Bitcoin rebounded after dropping below $65,000.

In March 2026, international oil prices surged significantly due to escalating conflicts in the Middle East, with Brent crude exceeding $116 per barrel. Geopolitical tensions drove oil prices, and potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz raised market concerns. Investors focused on energy supply and policy impacts, leading to volatility in stocks and crypto assets.
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GateNews·13h ago

Powell's speech at Harvard tonight, be cautious of the pitfalls! The market is calmly observing the interest rate hike: The war in the Middle East makes rate cuts seem a long way off.

Federal Reserve Chairman Powell will reiterate his stance on pausing interest rate cuts at Harvard University, emphasizing that he is not in a hurry to adjust rates given the uncertainty in the Middle East situation. He is facing pressure from Trump and a criminal investigation, and the market will closely monitor the impact of his remarks on digital assets and the overall economy.
動區BlockTempo·13h ago