Crypto markets ended the week under pressure as Bitcoin (BTC) failed to hold above $70,000 despite several major institutional developments. Major cryptocurrencies including Ethereum (ETH), XRP, Solana (SOL), BNB, Dogecoin (DOGE), Avalanche (AVAX), and Aptos (APT) also posted losses during the period. Macroeconomic concerns — including geopolitical tensions involving Iran, a strengthening U.S. dollar, and weaker-than-expected economic data — weighed on market sentiment and overshadowed several positive institutional developments involving Morgan Stanley, Kraken, and Intercontinental Exchange. This article reviews recent on-chain indicators, altcoin activity, DeFi developments, regulatory news, and the ongoing debate surrounding U.S. digital asset legislation.