Data: In the past 24 hours, the total liquidation across the network was $1.709 billion, with long positions liquidated at $1.593 billion and short positions at $117 million.

BTC 15-minute increase of 1.41%: Geopolitical easing and institutional accumulation resonate to drive the rebound

From 15:30 to 15:45 on March 2, 2026 (UTC), Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a significant rebound in the short term, with a return of +1.41%. The trading range was between 68,433.0 and 69,535.2 USDT, with an amplitude of 1.61%. During the abnormality window, market attention increased significantly, volatility intensified, and short-term capital flow became active. The main driving force behind this anomaly is the easing of geopolitical tensions combined with a return to risk appetite, leading some funds to re-enter the cryptocurrency sector. At the same time, institutional holdings continued to increase, and spot ETF capital flows...

BTC Breaks Through 69,000 USDT

Gate News bot message, Gate market display, BTC breaks through 69,000 USDT, current price 69,012.2 USDT.

BTC Breaks Through 68,000 USDT

Gate News bot message, Gate market display, BTC breaks through 68,000 USDT, current price 68,016.4 USDT.

Bitcoin ATM operator Bitcoin Depot acquires social prediction platform Kutt

ChainCatcher News reports that Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin ATM operator Bitcoin Depot has acquired peer-to-peer social prediction platform Kutt. This move will expand the company's product line from Bitcoin ATMs into the rapidly growing consumer fintech sector. After the acquisition, Kutt will retain its brand and leadership position and will continue to operate in most states across the United States.