Crypto in sustained winter as CEX volumes drop 39% in Q1: CoinGecko
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CoinGecko reports that centralized crypto exchange trading volumes dropped 39% in Q1 2026, marking March as the weakest month with only $800 billion in trading volume, the lowest since November 2023. This decline reflects the ongoing crypto winter, as market participants remain cautious amid regulatory uncertainties and market volatility.
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The BNB Foundation announced its 35th quarterly token burn, destroying 1.569 million BNB worth $1.02 billion, reducing the total supply to 136 million. This event coincided with Bitcoin's rise past $74,800, sparking discussions about top cryptocurrencies to buy, including BNB and Cardano, as investors look for opportunities amid market fluctuations.
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