Traditional Finance decline alert: VIX drops over 1.5%

The US-Iran conflict highlights the advantages of 24/7 cryptocurrency trading, with on-chain markets becoming the new global financial hub

On March 4th, the U.S. military strike on Iran triggered global market tensions. Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan pointed out that the cryptocurrency market demonstrates the flexibility of 24/7 trading, making it essential for real-time transactions, while also driving on-chain finance toward mainstream adoption. Investors need to master stablecoins and tokenized assets to adapt to the increasingly competitive market environment.

Goldman Sachs Chief Solomon Warns: US-Iran War Impact Could Trigger Several Weeks of Continuous Crypto Market Decline

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon pointed out that the financial markets have not yet fully digested the impact of the US-Iran war, and cryptocurrencies may face further declines. Geopolitical tensions and oil price fluctuations are putting pressure on the markets, and investors should monitor related developments to assess future market trends.

Dubai stock market reopens and drops 4.7%, geopolitical tensions and energy concerns trigger investor panic

Dubai stock market opened after a two-day pause and was immediately sold off, with the DFM Index falling about 4.6%. The exchange activated a 5% "stop-loss" measure to prevent panic selling. Tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran have sparked market concerns, with security of oil transportation drawing particular attention. Unlike traditional markets, the cryptocurrency market operates 24/7, demonstrating liquidity. Investors are watching the situation closely, and future trends will be influenced by geopolitical developments.

BTC 15-minute increase of 0.77%: Institutional ETF funds strongly flow in, leading the short-term rebound

From 07:45 to 08:00 (UTC) on March 4, 2026, BTC prices experienced rapid short-term fluctuations, with a return of +0.77%. The price range was between 68,885.0 and 69,655.7 USDT, with an amplitude of 1.12%. This volatility was accompanied by increased spot trading volume, attracting market attention and intensifying fluctuations. The main driver of this movement was the continuous net inflow of funds into the US spot Bitcoin ETF, with daily inflows reaching $458 million. Institutional large investors concentrated their purchases, pushing BTC to a strong short-term rebound. ETF funds were directly invested in long positions, reflecting the market sentiment.

Bitcoin ETF attracts $1.5 billion in five days: Institutions and Baby Boomer funds support BTC price

During the Bitcoin price correction, spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted approximately $1.5 billion in capital inflows, serving as market support. Interest from traditional investors in ETFs has increased, breaking the notion that young investors dominate. The influence of institutional funds has expanded, with the total value of Bitcoin ETFs held exceeding $107 billion, indicating a strengthened willingness for long-term allocation.

South Korean stock market plunges over 10% in a single day, Middle East conflict triggers "circuit breaker" mechanism

The Korean stock market plummeted due to Middle East conflicts, with both KOSPI and KOSDAQ dropping over 10%, triggering a circuit breaker and marking the worst single-day performance in 2024. South Korea relies on imports for 94% of its oil, with 75% coming from the Middle East, causing panic. Global market capitalization evaporated by $3.2 trillion in four days, crude oil prices surged significantly, and the impact spread to other markets.