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The S&P 500 is experiencing heightened volatility following a press address where the administration indicated a prolonged military commitment in the Middle East, sparking investor concerns over potential energy inflation and long-term geopolitical instability. Market participants are actively debating whether this signals a genuine shift in economic conditions or if it is another instance of price manipulation, with many choosing to avoid holding positions over the upcoming long holiday weekend.

Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. engages in operating social media and in the technology business. Its brands include TRUTH Social, TMTG+, and TMTG News. It operates through the Media and Truth.Fi segments. The Media segment includes products and services such as advertisement through the Truth Social platform. The Truth.Fi segment relates to customized exchange-traded funds or exchange-traded products invested in America First principles, and bitcoin and similar cryptocurrencies or crypto-related securities. The company was founded on March 28, 2024 and is headquartered in Sarasota, FL.

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DJT is facing intense volatility as market participants react to ongoing uncertainty surrounding the administration's military rhetoric in the Middle East and shifting geopolitical alliances. Community discourse is heavily polarized, with active debates ranging from concerns over interest rate policies and inflationary pressures to fierce criticism of presidential communications and the broader impact of current geopolitical tensions on the markets.

Bitcoin is the world's first decentralized cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto. It enables peer-to-peer electronic cash transactions without intermediaries like banks or governments, operating on a blockchain secured by Proof of Work mining and the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm.   With a fixed supply cap of 21 million coins and programmatic halvings every four years that reduce miner rewards, Bitcoin is designed as a deflationary digital asset often called "digital gold." Its value stems from solving the double-spending problem without trusted intermediaries, creating the first truly scarce digital asset with censorship resistance and permissionless access that no government, corporation, or individual can control.  Bitcoin operates as a decentralized peer-to-peer network where transactions are recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain, distributed across thousands of computers globally. Transactions are grouped into blocks added approximately every 10 minutes through mining, where specialized computers compete to solve complex mathematical puzzles.   Bitcoin has achieved mainstream adoption through multiple vectors. The January 2024 SEC approval of 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs opened Bitcoin investment to traditional finance participants, and corporations like Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) are using Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset to protect against currency debasement, offering MSTR holders amplified exposure to Bitcoin.   The Bitcoin ecosystem continues to evolve with innovations like Ordinals, which emerged in January 2023 to enable NFT-like functionality directly on Bitcoin, and BRC-20 tokens, an experimental standard for creating fungible tokens using Ordinal inscriptions. BTCFi (Bitcoin Finance) represents emerging financial applications extending beyond Bitcoin's traditional role, with protocols like Babylon allowing Bitcoin holders to stake BTC to secure Proof of Stake chains.

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Bitcoin is experiencing heightened volatility and intense social media debate as investors react to geopolitical instability and shifting political rhetoric surrounding current conflict zones. Community members are actively split between long-term holders advocating for dollar-cost averaging and traders attempting to navigate the price swings driven by potential military announcements and market-wide uncertainty.

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QQQ is trading amid intense speculation surrounding a high-stakes televised address from President Trump, with the community deeply divided over whether the speech will signal a genuine de-escalation of the Iran conflict or a continuation of hostilities. While bullish participants are banking on a potential peace-driven rally, many traders are positioning defensively, citing concerns over market manipulation, elevated oil prices, and the possibility of a volatile "sell the news" event over the upcoming holiday weekend.

Tesla, Inc. engages in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of electric vehicles and energy generation and storage systems. It operates through the Automotive and Energy Generation and Storage segments. The Automotive segment includes the design, development, manufacture, sale, and lease of electric vehicles as well as sales of automotive regulatory credits. The Energy Generation and Storage segment is involved in the design, manufacture, installation, sale, and lease of solar energy generation, energy storage products, and related services and sales of solar energy systems incentives. The company was founded by Jeffrey B. Straubel, Elon Reeve Musk, Martin Eberhard, and Marc Tarpenning on July 1, 2003 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

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Tesla is trending as investors weigh an upcoming delivery report against broader geopolitical tensions and market volatility following recent executive announcements. Community discussion is sharply divided between those banking on a delivery beat to drive a rebound and skeptics who are wary of valuation concerns and the company's long-term competitive positioning.

NVIDIA Corp. engages in the design and manufacture of computer graphics processors, chipsets, and related multimedia software. It operates through the following segments: Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) and Compute & Networking. The Graphics segment includes GeForce GPUs for gaming and PCs, the GeForce NOW game streaming service and related infrastructure, Quadro and NVIDIA RTX GPUs for enterprise workstation graphics, virtual GPU, or vGPU, software for cloud-based visual and virtual computing, automotive platforms for infotainment systems, and Omniverse Enterprise software for building and operating metaverse and 3D internet applications. The Compute & Networking segment consists of Data Center accelerated computing platforms and end-to-end networking platforms including Quantum for InfiniBand and Spectrum for Ethernet, NVIDIA DRIVE automated-driving platform and automotive development agreements, Jetson robotics and other embedded platforms, NVIDIA AI Enterprise and other software, and DGX Cloud software and services. The company was founded by Jen Hsun Huang, Chris A. Malachowsky, and Curtis R. Priem in April 1993 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

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NVIDIA is capturing investor attention as the semiconductor sector rebounds from recent geopolitical volatility, with the community actively debating the stock's resilience amid broader concerns about market manipulation and upcoming high-profile policy announcements. Market participants are split between bullish sentiment fueled by aggressive AI infrastructure spending and bearish skepticism regarding the stock's ability to maintain gains in the face of ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty.

Strategy, Inc. engages in the provision of enterprise analytics and mobility software. The firm designs, develops, markets, and sells software platforms through licensing arrangements and cloud-based subscriptions and related services. Its product packages include Hyper. The company was founded by Michael J. Saylor and Sanjeev K. Bansal on November 17, 1989, and is headquartered in Tysons Corner, VA.

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MicroStrategy is experiencing heightened volatility and intense social media debate, driven by skepticism over its aggressive dilution strategy alongside a broader market correction impacting crypto-linked equities. Investors are currently polarized, with some aggressively buying the dip in anticipation of a potential bounce, while vocal bears argue that the firm's reliance on debt and share issuance to fund BTC purchases creates long-term structural risk.

Intel Corp. engages in the design, manufacture, and sale of computer products and technologies. It delivers computer, networking, data storage, and communications platforms. The firm operates through the following segments: Client Computing Group (CCG), Data Center and AI (DCAI), Intel Foundry Services (IFS), and All Other. The CCG segment consists of platforms designed for notebooks, 2-in-1 systems, desktops, tablets, phones, wireless and wired connectivity products, and mobile communication components. The DCAI segment delivers solutions to cloud service providers and enterprise customers, along with silicon devices for communications service providers and high-performance computing customers. The IFS segment refers to full stack solutions created from the foundry industry ecosystem. The All Other segment represents results from other non-reportable segments and corporate-related charges. The company was founded by Robert Norton Noyce and Gordon Earle Moore on July 18, 1968, and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

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Intel is trending as investors react to a significant strategic move to repurchase full control of its Fab 34 facility in Ireland for over $14 billion, a deal aimed at bolstering its manufacturing capacity and long-term foundry competitiveness. While the stock saw a positive reaction to the news, market participants are actively debating the move's impact on Intel's balance sheet, its potential to secure future high-value customers, and broader volatility driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

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Applied Digital is drawing significant attention as investors weigh a major credit upgrade for its data centers against lingering macroeconomic anxieties and geopolitical concerns. While community sentiment is polarized, traders are actively monitoring upcoming earnings and the potential for new hyperscaler lease announcements, keeping options activity high as the market assesses whether the recent volatility represents a buying opportunity.

NIKE, Inc. engages in the design, development, marketing, and sale of athletic footwear, apparel, accessories, equipment, and services. It operates through the following segments: North America, Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), Greater China, Asia Pacific and Latin America (APLA), Global Brand Divisions, Converse, and Corporate. The North America, EMEA, Greater China, and APLA segments refer to the design, development, marketing, and selling of athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. The Global Brand Divisions segment represents its NIKE Brand licensing businesses. The Converse segment designs, markets, licenses, and sells casual sneakers, apparel, and accessories. The Corporate segment is composed of unallocated general and administrative expenses. The company was founded by William Jay Bowerman and Philip Hampson Knight on January 25, 1964 and is headquartered in Beaverton, OR.

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Nike is facing intense bearish pressure following a weak earnings outlook and concerns over declining demand in key markets like China, fueling significant community debate over whether the stock is a value trap or a long-term bargain. Investors are actively discussing the company's dividend stability, management performance, and the potential impact of ongoing tariff tensions, with many tracking key support levels while attempting to time a rebound.

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>According to CryptoQuant, on-chain data showed profitability recovering, though long-term metrics suggest no full market reset has occurred.</li><li>JDK Analysis said that futures market activity indicated recent price support may be driven by short covering rather than new demand.</li><li>Analysts warned that Bitcoin could revisit $60,000 if current support levels fail to hold.</li></ul>Bitcoin’s (BTC) price rose on Wednesday to just under $69,000, but analysts said the market remains fragile beneath the surface, with conflicting signals pointing to volatility in the weeks ahead.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/coins/bitcoin">Bitcoin’s price</a> rose 1.7% in the last 24 hours to $68,800, according to CoinGecko data. Retail sentiment around the apex cryptocurrency on Stocktwits continued to trend in ‘bearish’ territory over the past day, with chatter at ‘low’ levels.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_04_01_133834_png_c66534f08f.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-04-01 133834.png" width="1262" height="147"><figcaption>BTC retail sentiment and message volume on April 1 as of 12:45 p.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Data from CryptoQuant&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cryptoquant.com/insights/quicktake/69cccd03cc62714169db10d1-Bitcoin-Profit-Structure-Has-Not-Reset-Yet">showed</a> that the share of profitable Bitcoin supply has recovered to 66.4% as of April 1, with the 30-day moving average at 69.1%. However, the 365-day moving average remained elevated at 87.5%.CryptoQuant analyst Axel Adler Jr. noted that a full market reset is normally marked by a sharp decline in the 365-day average. During the 2018–2019 cycle, that metric fell to 63.8% before the crypto winter set in. “The current picture is different,” he wrote.&nbsp;According to him, the market is experiencing severe internal compression in profitability, but it is still far from a true structural reset. “As long as the long-term average holds near 87.5%, this is better described as a prolonged cyclical correction with elevated two-way volatility, rather than a full bearish-phase reset,” Adler wrote.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Short Covering Supports Bitcoin Price, Not Fresh Demand</h2>JDK Analysis also suggested that Bitcoin may be showing a false show of strength. It noted that spot markets are seeing active selling, while futures data showed aggressive buying largely driven by short covering rather than new long positions, which has helped keep prices supported near current levels.&nbsp;In a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/The_JDK99/status/2039250945788325909?s=20">post</a> on X, JDK said that as short positions unwind, the temporary bid supporting prices could fade, leaving the market exposed to continued selling pressure. In that scenario, Bitcoin could revisit range lows near $60,000 if the current trendline fails to hold.<figure class="image"><a class="st-link-external" href="https://x.com/The_JDK99/status/2039250945788325909" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_04_01_133317_png_ff151942eb.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-04-01 133317.png" width="810" height="1077"></a><figcaption>@The_JDK99</figcaption></figure><h2 class="st-heading-2">Stablecoin Positioning Signals Potential Buying Power</h2>Stablecoin allocations have increased, suggesting that investors are holding more liquidity in reserve, Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards wrote in a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/caprioleio/status/2039223457276461305?s=20">post</a> on X. According to him, this “dry powder” could provide support for Bitcoin if sentiment improves.Edwards noted that allocations towards Bitcoin were elevated for much of 2025 but have since normalized, drawing comparisons to market conditions seen in 2022. According to him, the shift reflects a more cautious stance among investors, but also leaves room for re-entry if macro conditions stabilize.<figure class="image"><a class="st-link-external" href="https://x.com/caprioleio/status/2039223457276461305" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_04_01_133307_png_36fd0d2c17.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-04-01 133307.png" width="838" height="880"></a><figcaption>Source: @caprioleio/X</figcaption></figure>Bitcoin broke its five-month losing streak with a gain of over 1% in March, but remains more than 45% below its record high of over $126,000 seen in October last year and has lost over 20% year-to-date.For now, analysts expect continued volatility, with Bitcoin trading in a broad range until a clearer catalyst emerges.Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/bitcoin-reclaims-68-k-ahead-of-trump-iran-speech/cZ7Hjf0RIn8">Bitcoin Reclaims $68K But Ethereum Outpaces Gains Ahead Of Trump's Iran Speech</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Bitcoin Nears $69,000 But It May Be A False Show Of Strength – Analysts Flag Weak Demand, More Volatility Ahead

Bitcoin rose to just under $69,000 on Wednesday, but analysts say the market remains fragile with conflicting signals.

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF suggests the product could go live in “weeks, not months,” according to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas.</li><li>The ETF will hold Bitcoin, IBIT shares, and cash, using a covered call strategy to generate income while potentially limiting upside during strong rallies.</li><li>Coinbase is expected to serve as custodian, reinforcing the fund’s institutional-grade infrastructure, alongside BlackRock’s broader crypto ETF lineup, including ETHB.</li></ul>BlackRock is getting closer to launching its iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, according to a new regulatory filing made public on Wednesday.The asset manager&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/2089969/000143774926010792/0001437749-26-010792-index.html">filed</a> a revised S-1 for its iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, which will trade under the ticker $BITA. The change provides more information about how the fund is structured, but it still doesn't specify the management fee yet.Eric Balchunas, senior analyst for Bloomberg ETFs, said&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/EricBalchunas/status/2039301032384029180?s=20">on X</a> that the most recent filing suggests the launch could happen very soon. He thinks the product could go live in "weeks, not months." He also said that the filing still doesn't specify the fee, but he thinks it will be around 38 basis points. BlackRock planned to create its new ETF in late September 2025, and subsequent filings have improved the product structure.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><a class="st-link-external" href="https://x.com/EricBalchunas/status/2039303205662675360" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_04_01_at_9_00_36_AM_png_501b2f80c8.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-04-01 at 9.00.36 AM.png" width="964" height="1174"></a><figcaption>Eric Balchunas on BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF. Source: @EricBalchunas/x</figcaption></figure><h2 class="st-heading-2">BlackRock Expands Bitcoin ETF Strategy</h2>The ETF is constructed as a hybrid portfolio, using Bitcoin, shares of BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF (IBIT), and cash, rather than giving pure spot BTC exposure. It is intended to generate income by writing call options using a covered-call strategy, which may help smooth returns and minimize volatility while also limiting upside during large Bitcoin rallies. Meanwhile, Coinbase (COIN) is likely to act as the cryptocurrency custodian, adding to the product's institutional-grade infrastructure.&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IBIT">BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF</a> was up over 1% in pre-market trade. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around IBIT improved to ‘neutral’ from ‘bearish’ territory, while chatter around it remained at ‘low’ levels over the past day.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_04_01_at_9_03_44_AM_png_23c49a00fb.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-04-01 at 9.03.44 AM.png" width="952" height="98"><figcaption>IBIT retail sentiment and message volume on April 1 as of 9:05 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Last month, BlackRock also&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/blackrock-launches-staked-ethereum-etf-amid-1-2-b-redemption-crisis/cZdueBtRI9V">launched</a> its iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHB), which aims to do more than just provide investors with exposure to Ethereum (ETH) prices by including staking rewards in its structure.&nbsp;Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $117.5 million in daily net inflows on March 31 after a period of outflows. BlackRock was responsible for most of that demand, with inflows of $98.42 million, according to SoSoValue&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sosovalue.com/bigChart/Etf_NASDAQ_IBIT?title=iShares%20Bitcoin%20Trust(IBIT)&amp;coin=BTC&amp;page=usBTC&amp;isDynamicHkPage=1">data</a>.Read also:<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/bitcoin-backed-bonds-moodys-rating-new-hampshire-ba2/cZ7Hke7RInA"> $100M Bitcoin-Backed Bond Gets Ba2 Rating As Crypto Moves Into Public Finance</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com

BlackRock’s Bitcoin Income ETF Nears Launch – Could Go Live In ‘Weeks,’ Analyst Says

The report comes after spot Bitcoin ETFs saw daily net inflows of $117.5 million on March 31, with BlackRock leading the way with $98.42 million.

BlackRock’s Bitcoin Income ETF Could Go Live In ‘Weeks,’ Says Analyst 

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The report comes after spot Bitcoin ETFs saw daily net inflows of $117.5 million on March 31, with BlackRock leading the way with $98.42 million.


<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Crypto is being used to fund and pay for drones and components across Russia- and Iran-linked networks, according to Chainalysis.</li><li>Blockchain data is enabling visibility into procurement flows that would otherwise remain hidden.</li><li>Third-party platforms and intermediaries, such as Alibaba, reportedly facilitate indirect crypto purchases.</li></ul>Cryptocurrency is increasingly being used to finance drone procurement networks linked to Iran and Russia, according to&nbsp;Chainalysis.According to a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.chainalysis.com/blog/cryptocurrency-drones-research/">report</a> from the blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis, the activity spanned both fundraising and direct procurement, with pro-Russia groups raising more than $8 million in crypto since 2022 and using part of those funds to buy drones and related equipment.The report explained that crypto was being used not just to collect donations but also to make purchases, often through intermediaries. In one case, transactions linked to a sanctioned Russian drone manufacturer, KB Vostok, showed repeated payments that closely matched the listed price of its drones. Researchers matched transactions ranging between $2,200 and $3,500 with the listed prices of drones and related components,<h2 class="st-heading-2">Intermediaries Add Layers To Procurement Chains</h2>Besides Russia, the report pointed to Iran-linked networks using crypto in procurement and payment flows, reflecting a broader shift among sanctioned actors toward alternative financial rails for cross-border transactions.Chainalysis also highlighted indirect channels. Electronics and dual-use component vendors selling through third-party platforms such as Alibaba, a Chinese e-commerce platform, accepted crypto payments, allowing buyers to buy drone parts while hiding their identities. These transactions often moved through over-the-counter brokers and exchanges, adding layers of complexity while still leaving an on-chain footprint. But blockchain data has made this transparent.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">Stablecoins Gain Traction In Real-World Payments</h2>The report also highlighted the growing role of stablecoins in such transactions, reflecting their utility for pricing and settling real-world purchases. While the overall scale remains small, the use of crypto in drone procurement shows its expanding role beyond trading and into real-world commerce, including areas with heightened regulatory and geopolitical sensitivity.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/coins/bitcoin">Bitcoin’s price</a> was around $66,929, down nearly 1% in the last 24 hours. On stocktwits, retail sentiment around BTC dipped to ‘extremely bearish’ from the ‘bearish’ zone, while chatter around it remained at ‘low’ levels over the past day.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_31_at_11_39_19_AM_png_fcfc1efd0d.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-31 at 11.39.19 AM.png" width="472" height="52"><figcaption>BTC retail sentiment and message volume on March 31 as of 11:42 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Meanwhile, defense stocks saw a muted reaction on Tuesday.&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/KTOS/sentiment">Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)</a> was trading up 2% in the morning trade. On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment around KTOS remained in the ‘bearish’ territory, while chatter levels around it remained ‘low’ over the past day.However, a leading defense company,&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/AVAV/sentiment">AeroVironment (AVAV)</a>, was trading marginally lower in early trading. On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment around AVAV remained in the ‘bearish’ territory, as chatter levels around it remained ‘extremely low’ over the past day.Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/block-stock-loop-capital-buy-payments-sector-reset/cZEP6ONRIVN">An Investment Firm That Manages $10 Billion In Assets Sees A ‘Reset In Payments’ – And Picks Jack Dorsey’s Block As Top Bet</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com

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Iran, Russia-Linked Networks Reportedly Turn To Crypto To Power Global Drone Trade

A new report highlights that digital assets are being used to pay for defense-related equipment amid geopolitical tensions. 

Crypto Reportedly Emerges As A Payment Rail For Drone Trade In Sanctioned Markets

A new report highlights that digital assets are being used to pay for defense-related equipment amid geopolitical tensions. 


<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Jordi Visser was bullish on Bitcoin and expects it to reach new all-time highs in 2026 on The Pomp Podcast on Saturday.</li><li>He cited inflation, liquidity needs, and rising institutional allocations as key drivers.&nbsp;</li><li>Visser said U.S. equities may not hit new highs as capital rotates into commodities, artificial intelligence, and other sectors.&nbsp;</li></ul>Veteran macro investor Jordi Visser said Bitcoin (BTC) could reach new all-time highs this year, citing inflation, the need for liquidity, and rising institutional demand, on&nbsp;The Pomp Podcast, on Saturday.Visser, who has over three decades of market experience and serves as President and Chief Investment Officer of Weiss Multi-Strategy Advisers LLC,&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvR7W-Q7J1M">said</a> Bitcoin stands out as a preferred asset in a shifting macro environment.&nbsp;<stembedurl>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvR7W-Q7J1M</stembedurl>Visser was bullish on Bitcoin and said it was likely to gain further traction as investors increasingly sought liquid, high-growth assets in a market dominated by illiquid investments such as private equity and private credit. He added that institutional allocations were likely to increase, as Bitcoin remained one of the few digital assets widely accepted by large investors.“I want to be invested in something that can compound at 50% a year… and I think Bitcoin will reach all-time highs this year,” Visser added, pointing to inflation and structural shifts in markets.He also described Bitcoin as a belief-driven asset with broad acceptance across both retail and institutional investors, calling it the primary entry point for capital into the digital asset ecosystem.The investor contrasted this outlook with equities, saying he does not expect U.S. stock markets to reach new all-time highs in the near term, as inflation and structural changes weigh on valuations. The Pomp Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano, features discussions on markets, macro trends, and digital assets.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/coins/bitcoin">Bitcoin’s price</a> was trading at $67,021, up by 0.9% over the past 24 hours. On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment around Bitcoin remained in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory, as chatter levels around it improved from ‘low’ to ‘normal’ over the past day.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_28_at_12_33_47_PM_png_274026c3b7.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-28 at 12.33.47 PM.png" width="475" height="275"><figcaption>BTC retail sentiment on March 28 as of 12:34 p.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><h2 class="st-heading-2">Shifting Market Regime Prefers Bitcoin&nbsp;</h2>Visser said markets moved beyond the “glory days” of quantitative easing and low inflation into a new regime marked by higher inflation, geopolitical risk and tighter liquidity, where capital was likely to rotate toward liquid, globally accessible assets like Bitcoin.&nbsp;He pointed to Bitcoin’s relative&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/bitcoin-price-holds-70k-iran-israel-oil-fed-outlook/cZ3nmU1RI15">stability</a> during recent market stress and growing institutional flows as signs of strength, describing Bitcoin as the “chosen one” for crypto exposure.&nbsp;In contrast, he said U.S. equities were unlikely to reach new all-time highs this year, warning of a potential 15 to 20% correction in the S&amp;P 500 followed by consolidation, while noting that the current environment favored a “bull market in some things, not the market,” with commodities, energy, materials, semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI) related infrastructure expected to outperform.The broader&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/trump-goes-all-in-on-bitcoin-vows-us-will-dominate-crypto-and-ai/cZ3xXHxRIms">push toward AI</a> was also put forward by U.S. President Donald Trump. He highlighted artificial intelligence as a strategic priority at the Future Investment Initiative summit held in Miami on Friday, positioning the sector as a key driver of growth and investment, essential for the US economy. “Ensuring the United States remains number one in artificial intelligence. We're doing great.” President Trump added.Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/cathie-wood-dumps-blsh-shares-as-ark-trims-tech-stocks-including-nda/cZ3xi2yRImt">ARK Trims BLSH, NVDA, COIN As Cathie Wood Rebalances Portfolio</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Veteran Macro Strategist Bets On Bitcoin Rally, Warns US Stocks May Fall Behind

A macro investor with 30 years of experience called Bitcoin the ‘chosen one,’ for being a belief-driven asset with broad acceptance.

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Bitcoin stayed around $70,000 on Tuesday as US and Israeli forces continued to attack Iran after Trump’s proposed peace offering.</li><li>Bitcoin has held ground amid geopolitical tensions, as analysts warned that the asset's price is heavily dependent on oil and a rate cut.</li><li>For some analysts, that resilience may signal a deeper shift in Bitcoin’s behavior in a macro-driven market.</li></ul>While BTC briefly slipped below $70,000 during the initial risk-off wave, when the Iran-Israel conflict escalated, it rebounded quickly—and notably without the sharp breakdowns seen in past crises.Analysts from QCP Capital and Wintermute have called the move to “lower leverage across the system.”&nbsp;QCP Capital&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.qcpgroup.com/insights/qcp-market-colour-8/">explained</a> that recent price behavior may indicate a shift in&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/bitcoin-mag-7-s-p-500/cZ3m1tRRI0H">how Bitcoin reacts</a> during periods of market stress compared with traditional assets such as equities and gold.&nbsp;The report also pointed to broader macro conditions, including&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/style-mortgage-stress-returns-as-gold-stocks-slide-bitcoin/cZ3S4UVRIiV">rising U.S. debt levels</a> and fiscal spending, as factors influencing investor positioning. “In such an environment, BTC could increasingly function as a neutral escape valve,” it added.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/coins/bitcoin">Bitcoin</a> was trading at $70,967, down by over 2% in the last 24 hours. On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment around Bitcoin remained in the ‘bearish’ territory, as chatter levels around it remained ‘low’ over the past day.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_24_at_10_39_34_AM_png_ab3228dac9.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-24 at 10.39.34 AM.png" width="956" height="112"><figcaption>BTC retail sentiment and message volume on March 24 as of 10:39 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Analysts said macroeconomic factors, including oil prices and interest rate expectations, were likely to influence Bitcoin’s next move. "The macro ceiling has shifted," analysts at Wintermute said in their Monday market&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wintermute.com/insights/market-color/market-update/market-update-23-march-2025">update</a>, pointing to the next five days as critical for the price&nbsp;direction of Bitcoin.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Oil Prices Cloud Bitcoin's Path Forward</h2>Brent crude was trading near $103 per barrel on Tuesday after briefly spiking above $113 amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Despite Trump’s remarks about potential diplomatic progress, strikes between Iran and Israel have continued, keeping markets on edge. Latest&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/dow-falls-report-2200-marines-arrive-middle-east-trump-deadline-day/cZ3nkXcRI1b">reports</a> suggest that a huge U.S. Marine troop is expected to reach the Middle East the same day as Trump’s Iran deadline.Analysts say oil prices remain a key variable for Bitcoin, as elevated energy costs feed into inflation expectations and influence the outlook for monetary policy.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Bitcoin’s Price Depends On Fed Policy&nbsp;</h2>Additionally, last week the Federal Reserve&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/fomcprojtabl20260318.htm">held</a> rates at 3.50% to 3.75%, with 14 out of 19 participants projecting zero or one cut through 2026. The decision triggered $708 million in single-day outflows from Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), the largest in two months, according to Wintermute.&nbsp;Despite these pressures, Bitcoin held relatively firm, while gold declined more than 10% over the week as the U.S. dollar strengthened and leveraged positions were unwound.Analysts say that a sustained de-escalation and oil price stabilization could allow Bitcoin to retest the $74,000-$76,000 resistance, according to both firms. However, renewed disruptions could likely push Bitcoin back toward the mid-$60,000 range.Interestingly, Bernstein has&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/24/wall-street-broker-bernstein-calls-bitcoin-bottom-keeps-usd150-000-year-end-target">reportedly</a> maintained its $150,000 year-end price target on Bitcoin.Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/nyse-tokenized-stocks-securitize-blockchain-trading-platform/cZ3n1hVRIKD">Wall Street’s Tokenization Plan? NYSE Reportedly Teams Up With Securitize</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Bitcoin’s Stability Amid Oil Spike Reflects ‘Macro Reset,’ Analysts Say – BTC Holds $70K Through Geopolitical Shock

Analysts said Bitcoin appeared more stable than traditional assets such as gold and oil during recent geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran

Stock Markets React To The Conflict In The Middle East. (Photo by Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Is Bitcoin Becoming A MAG 7–Style Trade As It Decouples From The S&P 500?

According to Alphractal CEO, executives and founders are dumping shares at levels not seen since 2021 in the US stock market. 

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Bitcoin mining difficulty fell 7.76% to 133.79 trillion on Sunday, as miners shut down operations amid rising electricity costs and falling profits.</li><li>Higher energy prices and reduced block rewards have pushed many miners into losses.</li><li>If Bitcoin remained near or below miners’ cost of production, more operators may sell Bitcoin to cover expenses.</li></ul>Bitcoin (BTC) mining difficulty fell by 7.7% on Sunday, marking one of the sharpest declines this year as rising energy costs forced weaker miners offline.According to the Bitcoin Difficulty Chart&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.coinwarz.com/mining/bitcoin/difficulty-chart">data</a> by CoinWarz, the drop to $133.79 trillion was due to fewer people using the network as electricity prices went up.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">Energy Cost Rises</h2>Energy costs have risen in recent weeks, with crude oil near $100 per barrel<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/iran-strait-of-hormuz-crude-oil-rally-pushes-bets/cZ31C61RIiK"> amidst Middle East</a> tensions. Nationally, electricity prices have also increased by&nbsp;7% due to the rise of AI data centers and pressure on electric grids, Fox News&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/americans-hit-soaring-electricity-bills-price-hikes-outpace-inflation-nationwide">reported</a> last month.&nbsp;Electricity prices rose from 12.82 cents per kilowatt-hour to 13.72 cents, which can make it more expensive for mining companies to operate.&nbsp; When fewer miners participate, Bitcoin's protocol automatically lowers the difficulty, which helps maintain the timing of block production. According to one-miners&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://oneminers.com/blogs/news/the-global-bitcoin-mining-cost-index-2026?">report</a>, energy now makes up 60% to 80% of mining costs, so spikes in power prices directly crush margins.&nbsp;Nick Puckrin, the CEO of Coin Bureau,&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/nicrypto/status/2035603380220092637?s=20">warned</a> that "tighter margins could force miners to sell.” Miner profits stayed low as profitability depended on the gap between Bitcoin’s market price and the cost of producing each coin.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><a class="st-link-external" href="https://x.com/nicrypto/status/2035603380220092637?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_22_at_7_05_22_AM_png_7b1b9595ab.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-22 at 7.05.22 AM.png" width="1086" height="918"></a><figcaption>Bitcoin mining difficulty falls below 7.7% Source: @<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/nicrypto">@nicrypto</a>/x</figcaption></figure>According to&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://en.macromicro.me/charts/29435/bitcoin-production-total-cost">Macro Micro</a>, the Bitcoin mining cost was around $84,116, while Bitcoin was trading at $68,640, reflecting a difference of around $15,400. As of writing,&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/coins/bitcoin">Bitcoin</a> was trading down by 2.7% over 24 hours. On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment around BTC moved from ‘bullish’ to ‘neutral’ territory, as chatter levels around it remained ‘low’ over the past day.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_22_at_7_07_05_AM_png_214fe715fd.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-22 at 7.07.05 AM.png" width="1140" height="130"><figcaption>BTC retail sentiment and message volume on March 22 as of 7::07 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><h2 class="st-heading-2">Bitcoin Holds Near Difficulty-Implied Cost Levels</h2>Glassnode’s difficulty regression&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://studio.glassnode.com/charts/btc-difficulty-regression?a=BTC">model</a> showed that Bitcoin was trading near its difficulty-implied baseline, a proxy for the network’s average cost of production.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/glassnode_studio_bitcoin_difficulty_regression_model_png_55c8997c21.webp" alt="glassnode-studio_bitcoin-difficulty-regression-model.png" width="3200" height="1800"><figcaption>Bitcoin is trading near its difficulty-implied cost basis, with shrinking margins signaling rising miner stress and potential sell pressure. Source: Glassnode</figcaption></figure>In previous cycles, during the&nbsp; 2017 and 2021 bull markets, Bitcoin traded above the difficulty-implied baseline level, mining remained profitable, and network participation increased.&nbsp;By contrast, when prices moved closer to or below this baseline, many miners exited the network because mining profits dropped. Moreover, now that profit is more dependent on energy cost, transaction fees, and BTC price staying above the cost line,&nbsp; margins remain tight for some miners.Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/iran-strait-of-hormuz-crude-oil-rally-pushes-bets/cZ31C61RIiK">Iran Opens Strait Of Hormuz To All But ‘Enemy’ Ships – While Crude Oil Rally Pushes Bets</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

The Bitcoin BTC stock graph is displayed on a mobile phone as Bitcoin reaches an all-time high value in this photo illustration in Brussels, Belgium, on January 21, 2025. (Photo by Jonathan Raa/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Oil Shock From Middle East Tensions Is Squeezing Bitcoin Miners, Raising Risks For Selling

Amidst rising tensions between the US and the Middle East, energy costs rose, and Bitcoin traded near the $ 68,000 level. 

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>On Saturday, macro analyst Garett Jin said that the U.S. debt, now over $39 trillion and rising interest costs, signaled a structural "plateau," making a debt-driven feedback loop more likely.</li><li>He said that geopolitical shocks, such as a disruption in Hormuz, could worsen inflation and deficits.</li><li>Jin said that the dollar would slowly lose value because people were losing faith in it and moving their money into gold and assets like Bitcoin.</li></ul>As concerns grow about the long-term viability of U.S. government debt, global capital flows, and the dollar's future position in the international financial system, macro investors are paying increasing attention.Garett Jin, a macro researcher known as a "crypto whale" who shorted Bitcoin (BTC) before the October&nbsp;black swan event last year, said in a Substack article on Saturday that the U.S. may be entering a fundamentally distinct phase of the debt cycle.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><a class="st-link-external" href="https://x.com/KobeissiLetter/status/2035364679598690471" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_21_at_1_33_55_PM_png_2aec3b5c78.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-21 at 1.33.55 PM.png" width="780" height="1178"></a><figcaption>US debt reaches $39 trillion. Source: @<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/KobeissiLetter">KobeissiLetter</a>/x</figcaption></figure>The federal debt is now above $39 trillion, and the debt-to-GDP ratio is over 125%, the highest since World War II. Jin said that the U.S. dollar remains America's most important power but cautioned that this monetary supremacy is now under more structural threat.<h2 class="st-heading-2">The Compounding Interest&nbsp;</h2>He pointed out that the rate at which debt is growing is speeding up and is being driven more and more by structural expenditures and rising interest costs than by productive investment. Interest payments alone are approaching $1 trillion a year and are expected to exceed $2 trillion in the next ten years.Jin called this situation a "compound interest problem," where rates rise and debt increases. He <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/ray-dalio-says-bitcoin-market-small-next-to-gold-btc-price-climbs-to-69000/cZd9hEKRI5W">cited Ray Dalio's idea</a> of a "debt death spiral," in which higher interest rates, more borrowing, and less demand for government debt combine to drive a downward spiral.Jin argued that a disruption in the Strait of Hormuz could worsen macroeconomic risks by raising oil prices and causing inflation, thereby limiting the Federal Reserve's ability to adjust its policies. He added that this would worsen fiscal deficits and that the Treasury would have to issue more bonds, just as demand from other countries drops. Jin said that big economies are holding less U.S. debt and are more cautious after Russia's reserves were blocked.&nbsp;He also points out early signs of weakness in the petrodollar system, which might mean these changes will gradually erode the dollar's supremacy over time rather than cause an abrupt replacement.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Death Of The Dollar?</h2>According to Jin, the short-term "fear flows" into the dollar are driving the markets right now. However, over time, structural shifts such as a declining reserve share and changing trade settlement patterns might affect how capital is allocated worldwide.Jin said that the collapse of reserve currencies is not caused by a single alternative currency, but by a loss of “trust.” He said that central banks are increasing their holdings of gold and other currencies, and that new payment systems are being built on top of the current dollar infrastructure– signalling Bitcoin.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/coins/bitcoin">Bitcoin</a> was trading at $70,230, almost flat in the last 24 hours. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around BTC remained in the ‘bullish’ zone, as chatter levels remained at ‘low’ over the past day.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_21_at_1_31_42_PM_png_858db540e6.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-21 at 1.31.42 PM.png" width="1130" height="120"><figcaption>BTC retail sentiment and message volume on March 21 as of 1:34 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>He believed that this difference between short-term resilience and long-term structural change is giving investors chances in all types of assets, such as commodities and digital assets.Before the market crash on October 10, Jin was connected to a big whale that opened over $1.1 billion in Bitcoin shorts. When the market dropped in a black swan event, the positions made more than $80 million in profit in 24 hours–catching people's attention because of the trade's timing and size.Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/black-rock-s-ethb-bucks-trend-as-other-ethereum-et-fs-see-outflows/cZ3iRRCRIiQ">BlackRock’s ETHB Bucks Trend As Other Ethereum ETFs See Outflows</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Peter G. Peterson Foundation National Debt Clock in Washington DC Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for the Peter G. Peterson Foundation)

Whale Who Shorted Bitcoin In Black Swan Event Warns As US Debt Hits Highest Since World War II

Before the market crash on October 10, Garett Jin was connected back to a large crypto whale that opened over $1.1 billion in Bitcoin shorts.

Bitcoin Whale Who Called Crash Warns As US Debt Hits WWII Highs

Before the market crash on October 10, Garett Jin was connected back to a large crypto whale that opened over $1.1 billion in Bitcoin shorts.


<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>All asset classes fell on Thursday morning after oil prices surged following attacks on energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf, driving broader market volatility.</li><li>Brent crude rose sharply due to its exposure to the Strait of Hormuz, while WTI saw more modest movement.</li><li>On Stocktwits, retail sentiment remained ‘bullish’ for Bitcoin, while sentiment for gold and silver ETFs turned ‘extremely bearish’.</li></ul>Strategy (MSTR) executive chairman Michael Saylor said on Thursday that Bitcoin (BTC) is the “ultimate hedge” in current market conditions, while the apex cryptocurrency outperformed gold and silver.“Bitcoin is the ultimate hedge against chaos,” he&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/saylor/status/2034611205331923307?s=20">wrote</a> in a post on X.&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/coins/bitcoin">Bitcoin’s price</a> fell 4.4% in the last 24 hours to around $69,200. Meanwhile, the iShares Silver Trust (SLV) was down nearly 12% in at market open, and the SPDR Gold Shares ETF&nbsp; (GLD) was down almost 6%. Both funds were among the top trending tickers on Stocktwits.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><a class="st-link-external" href="https://x.com/saylor/status/2034611205331923307" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_19_091352_png_342336ca4c.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-19 091352.png" width="824" height="207"></a><figcaption>Source: @saylor/X</figcaption></figure>Retail sentiment around Bitcoin also held up better than that for GLD and SLV on Stocktwits, trending in ‘bullish’ territory. Meanwhile, retail sentiment around the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/GLD">SPDR Gold Shares ETF</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SLV">iShares Silver Trust</a> was in the ‘extremely bearish’ zone.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_19_091918_png_5cb2d261bc.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-19 091918.png" width="1252" height="133"><figcaption>SLV retail sentiment and message volume on March 19 as of 9:30 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_19_091904_png_d975841ba2.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-19 091904.png" width="1255" height="137"><figcaption>GLD retail sentiment and message volume on March 19 as of 9:30 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_19_091851_png_774efdd70b.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-19 091851.png" width="1253" height="144"><figcaption>BTC retail sentiment and message volume on March 19 as of 9:30 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/MSTR">MSTR’s stock</a> took a hit of around 4.4% at market open on Thursday. Like Bitcoin, it also saw retail sentiment in the ‘bullish’ territory over the past day.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_19_093614_png_1762ffcf07.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-19 093614.png" width="1273" height="149"><figcaption>MSTR retail sentiment and message volume on March 19 as of 9:35 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><h2 class="st-heading-2">Oil Surge Drives Broad Market Volatility</h2>The drop across assets, including the equity market, came after Brent crude prices surged as high as $119 in intraday trade before paring gains to around $111 amid rising uncertainty in the Persian Gulf. Meanwhile, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices were down over 2% on Thursday morning.&nbsp;In the last 24 hours, an Iranian missile damaged a major LNG complex in Qatar, while debris from an intercepted strike forced a gas facility shutdown in Abu Dhabi. Drone attacks set two oil refineries in Kuwait on fire, and Saudi Arabia is assessing damage after a strike near the Red Sea. The attack in Yanbu marks the first hit on an Aramco facility in that region during the conflict.The divide between the two oil indexes has been widening. The oil that depends more on the Strait of Hormuz, which is brent crude, saw a 10%&nbsp; uptick in prices over past week. WTI, which does not pass through the Strait, saw a smaller move of 1.2%.Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/bitcoin-drops-below-70-000-after-brent-oil-surges-to-119-amid-attacks/cZ3aLf0RIWt">Bitcoin Drops Below $70,000 After Brent Oil Surges To $119 Amid Middle East Attacks</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Michael Saylor speaks on stage during Bitcoin Conference 2023 at Miami Beach Convention Center on May 19, 2023 in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images for Bitcoin Magazine)

Michael Saylor Calls Bitcoin The ‘Ultimate Hedge Against Chaos’ With BTC Beating Gold, Silver Amid Oil Shock

Bitcoin’s price has fallen over 4% in the last 24 hours but outperformed gold and silver, which posted steeper losses.

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