ChainCatcher news, according to CryptoSlate, the Bank of Canada released an internal research discussion paper on March 21, analyzing flash loans and their policy relevance and potential risks. The research report defines flash loans as blockchain-native financial instruments that allow users to borrow crypto assets without collateral, provided that the loan must be repaid within a single atomic transaction.It is noteworthy that such internal discussion papers represent the central bank's comprehensive research outcomes on important issues and fall within the broad responsibilities of the Bank of Canada to assess the impact of emerging technologies on financial stability and market structure.Report author Jack Mandin points out that although flash loans are currently limited to blockchain networks, their underlying concept could extend to tokenized financial infrastructure if technical conditions are met. Such concepts include atomic risk-free lending, which could give rise to new systems supporting atomic transactions and programmable assets. The research also raises concerns about financial stability. If financial institutions begin to integrate smart contract lending, it could directly trigger risks.Furthermore, when blockchain assets (including those involved in flash loan activities) are embedded in traditional financial products (such as exchange-traded funds), it may create systemic risks.

ChainCatcher news, Binance Research has released the latest report. Since Trump's return to the White House and the significant increase in import tariffs, the cryptocurrency market has experienced intense fluctuations. BTC has fallen over 19% from its peak at the beginning of the year, and ETH has dropped over 40%. The total market capitalization has shrunk by nearly $1 trillion, with safe-haven funds flowing into gold and bonds.The research points out that ongoing trade frictions and stagflation risks have put the Federal Reserve in a policy dilemma, and the market has begun to anticipate multiple interest rate cuts within the year. Bitcoin has shown an increased correlation with the stock market in the short term and a negative correlation with gold, highlighting its risk asset attributes. However, in the long term, if inflation remains high while interest rates decline, Bitcoin may once again become an investment choice for hedging against inflation. In the short term, the cryptocurrency market may maintain a state of volatility and high sensitivity, while the long-term outlook will depend on the evolution of the global macro environment, the Federal Reserve's policy path, and whether the cryptocurrency industry can regain an independent narrative and asset positioning.

ChainCatcher news, Bitget Research Chief Analyst Ryan Lee pointed out that due to uncertainties in tariff policies and rising U.S. Treasury yields, the volatility in the crypto market has intensified. BTC is expected to fluctuate in the range of $68,000 to $85,000 in the short term, while ETH is facing a test of support at $1,550. If it falls below this level, it could trigger approximately $480 million in liquidations.From a structural perspective, most miners use ASIC devices for mining, which have a relatively low cost per unit of computing power. The average mining cost for BTC is around $60,000 to $65,000, forming an important bottom support area for the price. Meanwhile, ETH's on-chain activity remains sluggish, with Gas fees staying low, reflecting weakened user participation and an overall fragile market sentiment.Against the backdrop of ongoing macro headwinds affecting risk assets, the short-term trend of the crypto market will depend on how investors interpret policy changes and the global liquidity environment. The coming weeks may become a key observation period for changes in market direction.

ChainCatcher news, focusing on the innovative project EPHYRA, an AI-driven game companion, today announced the completion of a $5 million strategic financing round, with investment from the well-known gaming community joint fund in Japan and South Korea, Play & Connect Capital (PCC). This financing will be used to deepen the development of the AI interaction engine, expand into the Asia-Pacific market, and strengthen the gaming IP cooperation ecosystem.A PCC spokesperson stated that EPHYRA's distributed decision-making framework and adaptive learning system break the scene limitations of traditional AI agents: "Its technology not only supports gaming scenarios but can also be transferred to fields such as financial analysis, intelligent customer service, and industrial automation. We are optimistic about its potential to become the 'AI decision-making hub' for enterprise digital transformation."

ChainCatcher news, according to Theblock, anonymous researcher Samczsun will leave his position at the venture capital firm Paradigm after four and a half years, and will continue to serve as an advisor while expanding the SEAL 911 security team.Before joining Paradigm in October 2020, Samczsun was known as a cybersecurity researcher and white hat hacker. SEAL 911 is an initiative launched by many crypto security experts aimed at responding quickly to security incidents such as hacks and vulnerabilities. The organization provides a Telegram channel where people can leave tips about smart contract vulnerabilities or alert the team to security incidents.

ChainCatcher news, according to Bitcoin.com, Fidelity Digital Assets research analyst Zack Wainwright stated that Bitcoin may currently be in an acceleration phase, exhibiting high volatility and profit characteristics, similar to the price breakthroughs of 2013 and 2017. He pointed out that Bitcoin's price rose 56% after the elections, and if it enters a second rebound, the base price could be around $110,000, with expectations to reach a peak in the coming months.

ChainCatcher news, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse disclosed that in the largest cryptocurrency study in U.S. history, the NCA (National Cryptocurrency Association) found:21% of Americans own cryptocurrency76% of holders say cryptocurrency has had a positive impact on their livesThis is why organizations like the NCA are so important------they highlight the practical, everyday use cases made possible through cryptocurrency.

ChainCatcher message, Ethereum researcher mikeneuder.eth proposed the EIP-7922 proposal, aimed at improving the validator exit queue mechanism. The proposal changes the fixed exit limit (approximately 16 per epoch) to a dynamically adjusted mechanism based on recent exit situations, enhancing exit flexibility, reducing validator waiting time, and lowering liquidity risk. The proposal is currently in draft stage.

ChainCatcher news, Bitget Research Institute's chief analyst Ryan Lee pointed out that as U.S. President Trump proposed a new tariff plan, Bitcoin's safe-haven properties are gaining more attention. His proposal of "a unified 20% tariff" has triggered market concerns about fiat currencies, especially the U.S. dollar, particularly against the backdrop of rising inflation expectations.Jim Reid from Deutsche Bank and Chris Weston from Pepperstone both warned that if this policy is implemented, the global economy may face the risk of "stagflation," where costs rise while economic growth is constrained.From an economic fundamentals perspective, if this round of tariffs is implemented, it may push up manufacturing costs and exacerbate inflation. This event may prolong market uncertainty. In this environment, the demand for Bitcoin as an anti-inflation and safe-haven asset is expected to rise significantly.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, the decentralized research platform Bio Protocol has launched the V1 version upgrade, based on Base and Solana chains. The core features include the BioDAO Launchpad, AI-driven BioAgents, and a new DAO milestone mechanism.The new system has shifted from the original screening accelerator to a fully on-chain project declaration and financing process, expanding the practical utility of the BIO token in governance, financing, and services, promoting the democratization of research in the DeSci field.

ChainCatcher message, a new tool for enhanced on-chain privacy has been launched by the team 0xbow, which includes Ethereum veteran developers Ameen Soleimani and cryptographers like Zak Cole.According to an announcement released on the X platform, this technology, named "Privacy Pools," officially went live on the mainnet on Monday. Privacy Pools is a hybrid network system that employs zero-knowledge proofs and an "Association Set Provider" to ensure that only "clean" funds can enter the pool. Its goal is to provide privacy protection for ordinary cryptocurrency users while maintaining regulatory compliance. 0xbow has received investments from institutions such as Bankless, Number Group, and Public Works, with angel investors including Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin also participating.The protocol from 0xbow is based on a paper co-authored by Buterin in 2023 with Chainalysis researcher Jacob Illum and scholars Matthias Nadler and Fabian Schar.

ChainCatcher news, Ryan Lee, the chief analyst at Bitget Research Institute, pointed out that as the market enters the second quarter, Bitcoin and Ethereum are facing a dual test of macro and technical factors. Currently, BTC is oscillating in the $80,000-$86,000 range, while ETH is fluctuating in the $1,600-$2,200 range.The 25% tariff policy proposed by Trump (set to be implemented on April 2 for goods from Mexico and Canada) has raised market concerns about the restart of a trade war, increasing the correlation between crypto assets and traditional markets. The correlation between BTC and the Nasdaq has reached 0.67, and if U.S. stocks weaken further, it may drag down the crypto market.ETF fund flows are also showing divergence: BTC ETFs continue to attract capital, while ETH ETFs are experiencing continuous outflows, indicating that institutional preferences are leaning towards Bitcoin. Relevant data shows that if ETH drops 20% from its current price, it will trigger over $336 million in liquidations, mainly concentrated on DeFi lending platforms. ETH's high reliance on leverage protocols may lead to a chain reaction of selling pressure, with $1,600 becoming a key support level; a drop below this level could accelerate the decline.

According to ChainCatcher news, Cointelegraph reported that Vertical Research Advisory managing partner Kip Herriage suggested that GameStop use its cash reserves to purchase $2.5 billion worth of Bitcoin.