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Lido suspends ZKsync bridge deposits, raising security concerns; LDO and ZK both weaken

Ethereum's liquid staking protocol Lido Finance has paused new bridging deposits after discovering a potential security vulnerability in the wstETH bridging contract on the ZKsync network. Currently, the vulnerability has not been exploited, and user assets are safe. Lido is working on a fix through decentralized governance, with a governance vote expected to take place in late March 2026. This incident has caused short-term pressure on the related tokens.

AAVE price drops nearly 10%: Core governance team exit sparks uncertainty, DeFi leader may test $70 support

The governance structure of the decentralized lending protocol Aave has recently changed. The major service provider Aave Chan Initiative announced that it will gradually end its cooperation with Aave DAO. This news caused the AAVE price to drop nearly 10%. Governance uncertainty and ecosystem development issues have heightened market concerns. The total value locked in the Aave network and weekly revenue have also declined significantly, potentially affecting investor confidence. Technical indicators show that AAVE still faces downward pressure. Analysts warn that if support levels are broken, the price could fall back to a key support zone.

Solana Just Broke the Meme Coin Casino With 1270% Gains!

The cryptocurrency market saw a 6.43% increase, with Solana leading the rally due to a 9% price rise. Increased trading volumes indicate renewed investor interest, though the market remains volatile, necessitating cautious optimism among traders.

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BTC 15-minute increase of 0.79%: ETF capital net inflow and institutional buying drive short-term rally

2026-03-04 06:30 to 06:45 (UTC), BTC gained +0.79% in 15 minutes, with a price range of 68123.1-68672.3 USDT, achieving a 0.81% fluctuation. During this period, trading volume significantly increased, market attention rose, and volatility exceeded the intraday average, reflecting active short-term capital and heightened trading enthusiasm. The main driver of this anomaly is the continuous net inflow into the US spot BTC ETF products, especially single-day capital inflows led by major institutions (such as a peak of $458 million on a certain day in early March), pushing the market.