ChainCatcher news, QCP published on its official channel stating that last night's FOMC meeting brought a long-awaited bullish catalyst to the market, pushing Bitcoin prices to break through $85,000 with a significant increase. The Federal Reserve decided to start tapering its "quantitative tightening" plan from April. The market interpreted this as an indirect rate cut, reinforcing expectations that the Fed may begin easing policies as early as June.As of the writing of this article, the market anticipates three rate cuts in 2025, scheduled for June, September, and December. Aside from the current excitement, the Fed's tone is noticeably cautious. Policymakers have lowered the economic growth forecast to 1.7% (a reduction of 0.4 percentage points), while raising the inflation forecast to 2.8%, indicating that the risk of stagflation is rising. Additionally, the Fed's dot plot shows a more hawkish shift compared to last December, with the number of officials expecting no rate cuts in 2025 increasing to four.In the options market, market positioning has returned to normal, with skew shifting back towards call options. This contrasts sharply with earlier this week when skew was leaning towards put options. The key test now will come when the U.S. market opens tonight.

ChainCatcher news, Slow Mist founder Yu Xian released a response guide regarding computer infection issues and made additions to the Chinese version of the Black Book.He pointed out that hacker organizations often use social engineering to induce users to install malware or run malicious code, such as pretending to be investors, journalists, or HR to lure users into meeting software, or disguising as Telegram and Cloudflare verification requests to get users to run malicious code.Yu Xian suggested that infected users take the following measures promptly: transfer wallet funds, change important account passwords and check for unknown device logins, use reputable antivirus software to scan for viruses, and if necessary, reset the computer and scan backup files for viruses.He emphasized that these attacks target not only Windows but also Mac and some Linux systems.

ChainCatcher news, Hyperliquid announced that it will adjust its fee structure on or after April 30, 2025, and introduce Staking Tiers. The new rules are as follows:Users who stake HYPE tokens can enjoy lower trading fees, with discounts of up to 40%. In addition, the spot and contract markets will adopt separate fee structures, and the trading volume for spot transactions will be weighted double to enhance the fairness of fee calculations. After the adjustment, the default rates have increased, with the contract Taker fee rising from 0.035% to 0.045%, and the spot Taker fee doubling from 0.035% to 0.07%. Hyperliquid stated that this move aims to increase protocol revenue and enhance the utility of HYPE.

ChainCatcher message, Scam Sniffer has issued a phishing alert on the X platform stating that a counterfeit Microsoft Teams website is spreading malware. Risks include data leaks, credential theft, session hijacking, and wallet theft. Please verify the source before installation.

ChainCatcher news, after the U.S. economy nearly approached a soft landing, the Federal Reserve now faces a series of more concerning situations. GSFM investment strategy advisor Stephen Miller stated that inflation is retreating; interest rates are declining; bond yields will decrease, all of which have led to a stock market boom.He added that the Federal Reserve's forecast has now shifted to a mild stagflation scenario, but there are still many areas where things could go wrong. Transitory inflation may persist, and there are reasons to believe that the risk of sustained inflation is currently high. As governments adopt protectionist measures, the regression of globalization in commodity markets has intensified price pressures, and the structural trend of U.S. inflation is moving in an unfavorable direction. Immigration restrictions and the exit of the baby boomer generation from the labor market will also exacerbate inflation. He added that the current probability of a recession in the U.S. is about 50%.

According to ChainCatcher's message, monitored by on-chain analyst Yu Jin, the "Hyperliquid 50x Whale" made frenzied trades around the Federal Reserve interest rate announcement, turning 690,000 USDC into 1,826,000 USDC in just 3 hours, achieving a profit of 164%.The specific operations are as follows:At 2 AM, the Federal Reserve was set to announce the interest rate decision. He shorted 326 BTC (27.6 million USD) at a price of $84,566 at midnight, then closed the short position at a price of $83,927 just before the announcement (1:48), making a profit of $215,000;As soon as the interest rate was announced at 2 PM, he immediately shorted 256 BTC (21.6 million USD) at a price of $84,404 at 2:01, and quickly closed the position at $83,906 six minutes later, making a profit of $250,000;After closing the short position, he immediately went long, opening a long position of 518 BTC (43.8 million USD) at a price of $84,500 at 2:10, and then closed the position at $85,700 at 2:59, making a profit of $620,000;After closing the long position, he immediately shorted again: at 3:00, he shorted 384 BTC (32.9 million USD) at a price of $85,666, and closed the position just two minutes later at $85,146, making a profit of $106,000.

ChainCatcher news, according to crypto journalist Eleanor Terrett, after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) agreed to withdraw its appeal against Ripple, the cryptocurrency derivatives exchange Bitnomial plans to withdraw its lawsuit against the SEC. Bitnomial had previously sued the SEC last October, as the SEC claimed regulatory authority over Bitnomial's planned XRP futures contracts.Terrett further revealed that Bitnomial will officially launch its XRP futures contracts, which have been approved by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), tomorrow morning.

ChainCatcher news, Hyperliquid announced on social media that it will launch a staking tier system, where users' tiers will be determined by the amount of HYPE tokens they stake. The initial benefit of the staking tier is reduced trading fees. These updates are expected to take effect on or after April 30, allowing users time to adjust.As part of this update, the overall fee system will be redesigned. The new fee system will feature the following characteristics:Even without staking discounts, perpetual contract and spot trading fees will be lower than those of centralized exchanges for most users;Fee-sensitive users can obtain lower fees than the existing system by staking HYPE;Protocol revenue is expected to increase;HYPE tokens will provide users with more practical value.

ChainCatcher message, QCP Capital's latest analysis points out that it has been exactly one month since the S&P 500 index reached an all-time high, and the market frenzy that once dominated Wall Street and Main Street, along with the narrative of American exceptionalism, has faded. Market sentiment has clearly shifted, and the pressing question now is: "How much longer will this pain last?"The latest victims of the market downturn include some of the largest macro hedge funds, which were forced to stop losses during this month's plunge. Millennium reported losses of $900 million from just two teams, while Brevan Howard's flagship fund has dropped 5% year-to-date, prompting it to impose stricter risk limits on traders. For these traders, the music has not completely stopped, but it is undoubtedly slowing down.The biggest near-term risk is the upcoming April 2 deadline, when Trump is expected to announce a new round of reciprocal tariffs. This remains the most direct resistance facing risk assets. Tonight's Federal Reserve FOMC meeting is likely to keep interest rates unchanged. However, QCP Capital will closely monitor any dovish shifts, particularly regarding changes in growth and inflation expectations. Given that the impact of tariffs takes months to ripple through the economy, the Fed is expected to remain in "wait-and-see" mode. While the tariff decision on April 2 has already been hinted at, it remains a key uncertainty.

ChainCatcher news, IOSG Ventures founder Jocy Lin stated that recently, core developers of portfolio projects have left the crypto industry to venture into AI entrepreneurship. He pointed out that the current crypto industry is overly focused on short-term meme effects, neglecting the creation of long-term value, which may lead to more talented individuals moving to the AI field. Once these individuals shine in the AI industry, it will be difficult for them to return to the crypto space.Jocy emphasized that many entrepreneurs and developers aim not only for wealth but also to change the world through innovation. However, if the industry environment no longer pursues ideals and values, these individuals will gradually leave. He called on exchanges and investment institutions to encourage pragmatic innovation and focus on long-termism rather than speculative quick money, to avoid the entire industry falling into a negative cycle. He believes that the crypto industry still possesses creativity but requires more responsible ecological support.

ChainCatcher news, according to the official announcement, UpbitNFT has opened new trading support for receiving transactions and deposit/withdrawal services, involving 2 NFT projects including CoolPets (PETS).The trading and deposit/withdrawal services will be available on March 19, 2025, at 18:00, and users can deposit and withdraw NFTs through Metamask registered on Upbit NFT.In addition, Upbit NFT also supports trading ranking information for Polygon and Ethereum NFT collectibles.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, Minnesota Senator Jeremy Miller has introduced the "Minnesota Bitcoin Bill," which he drafted after a complete shift in his stance on Bitcoin. In a statement on March 18, Miller said, "As I have researched cryptocurrency more and received feedback from an increasing number of voters, I have moved from being highly skeptical to gradually understanding, and then to believing in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies."Miller stated that the bill aims to "promote the prosperity of Minnesota" by allowing the Minnesota Investment Board to invest state assets in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, just like traditional assets.According to Miller's bill, Minnesota employees will be able to add Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to their retirement accounts. The bill will also allow residents to pay state taxes and fees with Bitcoin. Colorado and Utah have already accepted cryptocurrency for tax payments, while Louisiana allows it for state services. Investment gains from Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies will also be exempt from state income tax.

ChainCatcher news, EOS Network announced its transformation towards Web3 banking, and the brand will be renamed Vaulta. On one hand, it will provide blockchain-based services customized for banks; on the other hand, it will offer a broader financial ecosystem, including exSat's Bitcoin banking solutions, blockchain insurance, tokenized real-world assets, and more.This transformation includes a token swap, tentatively scheduled for the end of May. In addition, Vaulta will establish a Banking Advisory Committee, composed of experts from the finance and blockchain industries, dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional banking and Web3. Members will include executives from Systemic Trust, Tetra, and ATB Financial.Vaulta plans to retain the EOS network's technological infrastructure, including smart contract architecture, decentralized databases, and cross-chain connectivity, as part of its Web3 banking initiative. The platform will integrate with exSat, which focuses on Bitcoin digital banking solutions.Furthermore, Vaulta also plans to collaborate with partners including Ceffu, Spirit Blockchain, and Blockchain Insurance, with strategic partnerships expected to be announced in the coming months.

ChainCatcher news, Australian cryptocurrency broker Swyftx announced the upcoming acquisition of New Zealand cryptocurrency exchange Easy Crypto. The specific acquisition amount has not been disclosed. Its CEO Jason Titman revealed that the deal has been in progress since before Trump's election and is expected to be completed by March 31. Afterward, Swyftx and Easy Crypto will continue to operate as independent platforms, while the teams are planning for integration.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, Australian cryptocurrency broker Swyftx has announced its upcoming acquisition of New Zealand cryptocurrency exchange Easy Crypto, with the specific acquisition amount yet to be disclosed.Its CEO Jason Titman revealed that the deal has been in progress since before Trump's election, and the acquisition is expected to be completed by March 31. After that, Swyftx and Easy Crypto will continue to operate as independent platforms, while the teams are planning for integration.

ChainCatcher news, QCP Capital's latest analysis points out that although the possibility of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve this Wednesday is extremely low, any dovish signals from Powell could act as a catalyst for Bitcoin's upward momentum. As the U.S. shifts from "fiscal dominance" (government spending driving growth) to deficit reduction pushed by Trump, the burden of policy has shifted back to monetary policy. While QCP does not expect an unexpected rate cut from the Federal Reserve, dovish signals could trigger upward momentum in the market.Macro volatility has eased slightly, with the VIX index retreating to around 20, and Bitcoin's volatility has also decreased, currently oscillating within the $80,000 to $85,000 range. In the absence of new tariff news, geopolitical issues have returned to focus. Gold prices have broken through $3,000, while Bitcoin continues to show a negative correlation.Historically, cryptocurrency prices tend to lag behind changes in global liquidity conditions. With the possible policy shift from the Federal Reserve and a new round of stimulus measures from Europe and China, Bitcoin may welcome a new round of upward trends after this adjustment.

ChainCatcher news, according to FTX creditor representative Sunil, scammers have recently impersonated FTX to send phishing emails to creditors. Sunil reminds creditors:Do not click on links in the emails, as these links may lead to fake claims portals;Check the sender's address;Access the official claims portal or official address directly, rather than through email links;Verify information through X and Telegram channels. Sunil urges all FTX creditors to remain vigilant against such scams.