BTC drops below 67,000 USDT

Consensys Founder: Still optimistic about the long-term development of the crypto industry; ETH has a stronger functional demand compared to BTC

Joseph Lubin expressed an optimistic view of the crypto market in an interview, believing that the continued development of the digital asset economy relies more on functionality than speculation. He emphasized Ethereum's practicality and its importance in financial infrastructure, noting its gradual deepening in institutional participation, which reflects confidence in Ethereum's long-term potential.

Three major Japanese securities giants consider entering the cryptocurrency trading business

Japan's three major securities giants plan to enter the cryptocurrency trading space, with the largest one, Nomura Holdings, set to provide services by 2026. Market expectations suggest Tokyo will relax restrictions on crypto ETFs, boosting demand for crypto investments.

Wintermute: BTC finds support at the 200-week moving average; a clear macro environment is needed to resume upward movement

Foresight News reports that Wintermute stated, "The road to a crypto market recovery depends on the clarity of macroeconomic conditions. The 200-week moving average still provides support, and the lack of structural damage means that when the recovery occurs, the rebound could be stronger than market sentiment suggests. Currently, we are in a range-bound and downward trend, with leverage factors dominating short-term market movements. Recently, $70,000 remains a resistance level. A recovery in the second half of 2026 is possible, but to achieve this, most participants will need to have exhausted their patience."