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Crypto Market Analysis: Daily Bitcoin, Ethereum & DeFi Updates podcast.Hey there, crypto pals! It's Crypto Willy here, bringing you the latest scoop on the digital asset rollercoaster. Buckle up, because this past week has been quite the ride!Let's kick things off with the king of crypto, Bitcoin. Our beloved BTC has been on a bit of a downward spiral, trading at around $82,000 as of March 31. That's a 4% dip from where we started the month, but don't panic just yet! The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is showing some promising signs of a bullish breakout. In fact, it's the first time we've seen a 6-month RSI breakout since the 2020 bull run. If history repeats itself, we could be looking at a potential climb to $85,000. Fingers crossed, am I right?Now, let's talk about Bitcoin's little brother, Ethereum. Poor ETH has been having a rough time lately, with its ratio to Bitcoin hitting a five-year low of 0.02193. That's a 39% decline relative to BTC this year alone! It's the first time we've seen ETH underperform Bitcoin in the year following a halving event. But don't count Ethereum out just yet – it's still the backbone of the DeFi world.Speaking of DeFi, let's dive into some juicy developments. Abracadabra Money, the magical DeFi platform, suffered a $13 million exploit in its gmCauldrons. But fear not! The DAO treasury stepped in like a superhero, repaying 50% immediately and promising full recovery by mid-2025. Talk about a plot twist!In other news, Coinbase has been making waves with its launch of Bitcoin-collateralized loans on Base, their Layer 2 network. This move embodies the "DeFi Mullet" concept – fintech interfaces up front, with DeFi infrastructure in the back. It's like a crypto business in the front, party in the back situation!On the regulatory front, we've got some exciting updates. The U.S. Senate voted to repeal an IRS rule imposing tax reporting on DeFi platforms. This could be a game-changer for the DeFi space, potentially opening the floodgates for more innovation and adoption.Lastly, let's talk about the elephant in the room – or should I say, the elephant in the White House? President Trump's administration announced new tariffs set to begin on April 2, targeting imports from Canada, Mexico, and China. This has sparked fears of a trade war and led to a risk-off sentiment in the crypto market. As a result, we've seen investors shifting towards safe-haven assets like gold, which has hit all-time highs.That's all for now, crypto comrades! Remember, the world of digital assets is always full of surprises, so stay tuned, stay informed, and most importantly, stay awesome! This is Crypto Willy, signing off until next time.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI