Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded net outflows of $64.09 million, although BlackRock's IBIT attracted fresh inflows of $66.45 million
MARA purchased 1,000 BTC worth approximately $66.7 million, signalling renewed confidence in Bitcoin
UNI surged 13.59% to $2.96 after Standard Chartered projected a potential 3,400% rally to $100 by 2030
The crypto markets saw major developments, as Bitcoin spot ETFs witnessed fresh outflows, MARA acquired 1,000 BTC, Uniswap jumped over 13% after a bullish Standard Chartered forecast, and regulators globally kept tightening their grip on crypto-linked financial crime.
According to SoSoValue, the Bitcoin spot ETF saw a total net outflow of $64.09 million yesterday. The Bitcoin Spot ETF with the highest net inflow yesterday was BlackRock's ETF IBIT, with a daily net inflow of $66.45 million.
The second highest was Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust ETF $BTC, with a daily net inflow of $10.60 million, and the total historical net inflow of $BTC currently stands at $2.31 billion.
The Bitcoin Spot ETF with the highest net outflow yesterday was Grayscale's ETF GBTC, with a daily net outflow of $124.01 million, and the total historical net outflow of GBTC currently stands at $26.98 billion.
The total net asset value of Bitcoin Spot ETFs is $83.33 billion, with an ETF net asset ratio of 6.25%. The historical cumulative net inflow has reached $53.56 billion.
Bitcoin mining giant MARA has purchased 1,000 BTC, valued at approximately $66.7 million. The transaction has been executed through the institutional platform FalconX.
This follows the company's aggressive streak of selling in the first quarter. During that period, MARA sold 20,880 Bitcoin for roughly $1.5 billion.
Early in the year, the company amended its digital asset management policy for 2026, making it possible to sell the coins that it holds on its balance sheet.
On Feb. 6, MARA transferred 1,318 BTC, worth nearly $87 million at the time, to institutional custody and liquidity platforms, including Two Prime, BitGo, and Galaxy Digital.
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Uniswap is poised for explosive long-term growth as traditional financial assets aggressively migrate onto blockchain-based networks, according to a major macro research report from Standard Chartered.
The banking giant has initiated coverage on the native governance token UNI, projecting a 3,400% surge from current price levels to hit $100 by the end of 2030.
Geoff Kendrick, Standard Chartered’s Global Head of Digital Assets Research, said Uniswap is well-positioned to benefit as traditional financial firms increasingly explore tokenized real-world assets, such as stocks, bonds, and funds.
As of writing, Uniswap (UNI) surged 13.59% to $2.96 over the last 24 hours, significantly outperforming the broader crypto market.
South Korean police have arrested a group of individuals accused of laundering cryptocurrency for a Cambodian criminal organization, local news outlets reported Tuesday.
The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency’s criminal investigative division said it has arrested 23 suspects, including two key individuals, and detained them.
From February 2024 to April 2025, the group reportedly moved 16.8 billion won ($11.1 million) in illegal funds by purchasing USDT and transacting on the exchanges.
Police said around 11,300 accounts were used for money laundering, linked to roughly $17 million worth of stolen funds across 265 cases of phishing and investment scams.
According to the IMF official website, Nigerian residents and SMEs are extensively using USD-pegged stablecoins via mobile wallets for cross-border payments.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reported that from July 2023 to June 2024, Nigeria received approximately $59 billion in crypto asset inflows, accounting for about 60% of stablecoin inflows in Sub-Saharan Africa since 2019, and has consistently ranked high in Chainalysis's Global Crypto Adoption Index.
The IMF recommends that Nigeria address these issues by consolidating the stability of its local currency, improving the regulatory framework for stablecoins, enhancing blockchain data monitoring, and upgrading cross-border payment infrastructure.
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1. Why are Bitcoin ETF outflows important for investors?
ETF flows provide insight into institutional sentiment toward Bitcoin. Sustained outflows may indicate weakening demand, while inflows often suggest growing confidence among large investors.
2. Why did MARA purchase 1,000 Bitcoin?
MARA's latest acquisition reflects a strategic shift after significant first-quarter sales. The move suggests the company sees long-term value in Bitcoin despite recent market volatility.
3. Why is Standard Chartered bullish on Uniswap?
According to the bank, Uniswap is well-positioned to benefit from the tokenization of traditional assets such as stocks and bonds. This trend could significantly increase activity on decentralized exchanges.
4. What happened in the South Korean USDT laundering case
Authorities arrested 23 individuals accused of laundering funds linked to a Cambodian criminal organisation. The investigation reportedly involved 11,300 accounts connected to phishing and investment scams.
5. Why are stablecoins gaining popularity in Nigeria?
According to the IMF, stablecoins are increasingly being used for cross-border payments by residents and small businesses. Nigeria received approximately $59 billion in crypto inflows between July 2023 and June 2024, highlighting growing adoption.