The iShares Bitcoin Trust brought in more than $37 billion in net inflows since launching in January, according to Farside Investors.
Inflows into crypto exchange-traded funds are a key driver of price performance, the asset manager said.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a strong recovery on Dec. 26, breaking a four-day streak of outflows. Data from Farside Investors showed that ETFs reported combined net inflows of $475.2 million, indicating renewed investor interest after a period of significant outflows of more than $1.5 billion. According to the data, Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund led […]
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US spot Bitcoin ETFs have notched a positive net inflow nearing half a billion after four trading days which bled over $1.5 billion.
Bitcoin investing isn’t what it used to be. You don’t just buy coins and hope they go up anymore. Strive Asset Manager, a firm founded by Vivek Ramaswamy, is pushing the boundaries with a new kind of fund. They’ve filed for a Bitcoin Bond ETF, which could let investors profit from companies that are big …
Bitwise has filed for an Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) that focuses on companies holding massive amounts of Bitcoin. The idea? To offer investors a way to gain exposure to firms embracing the “Bitcoin standard.” Curious what that means? Let’s break it down. A Closer Look at Bitwise’s Plan The proposed fund, called the Bitwise Bitcoin Standard …
Bitcoin struggles below $100,000 amid holiday illiquidity, but analysts predict a rally above $105,000 post-Christmas, citing macro trends.
While the market was red last week, crypto saw some action in the last 24 hours with with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins rebounding. The king crypto Bitcoin went up from $94K to $99K which is seen as a “Santa Claus rally,” but it could also be a profit-taking shift. BTC is currently holding above $98K, …
After registering heavy losses in the past week, the crypto market received a relief rally in the last 24 hours, led by Ethereum (ETH), BNB, and Solana (SOL). Although Bitcoin (BTC) price briefly rallied to $96k, the lack of sufficient bullish sentiment resulted in a sudden retracement to trade at about $94k on Tuesday, December …
Despite price corrections, digital asset funds closed the week with positive net flows totaling $308 million.
A major player in the cryptocurrency market found itself on an unusual side of history after experiencing its largest outflows in months. Related Reading: Fed Can’t Hold Bitcoin, No Plans Yet To Change Law, Powell Says The leading asset manager BlackRock ended the inflow streak of its Bitcoin exchange-traded fund after recording a $72.7 million […]
Amid a wider readjusting of market expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve (Fed) for 2025, investors withdrew a record $680 million from Bitcoin ETFs on Thursday, the highest outflow in a single day since January’s approval of these investment funds. Grayscale And Bitwise Bitcoin ETFs Experience 8% Decline As Bitcoin ETFs faced this outflow, the price declined, dropping another 5% to trade around $97,400 to close the week. The sell-off aligns with a general downturn in risk assets, triggered by the Fed’s updated economic projections released earlier this week. The US central bank now anticipates only two quarter-point rate cuts in the coming year, a significant reduction from the four cuts previously expected at its September meeting. Related Reading: How Low Can Dogecoin Go Before It Rebounds? Expert Forecasts Notable Bitcoin ETFs, including Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust and Bitwise’s Bitcoin ETF, have experienced declines of approximately 8% since the Fed’s new guidance, while Bitcoin itself has lost about 9% in the same timeframe. Notably, Thursday’s outflows broke a streak of 15 consecutive days of inflows for the twelve US Bitcoin ETFs, for a net inflow of approximately $5.3 billion during this period. After hitting a record high of just over $108,000 earlier in this week, the market’s top cryptocurrency dropped below the $100,000 level on Thursday. Prior to the recent recovery, which is just around $100,000, it fell all the way to $92,000. While the bearish sentiment in the markets can be attributed to the Fed’s cautious stance, it is also likely influenced by seasonal profit-taking among institutional investors of the Bitcoin ETFs. Analysts Warn Of Continued Crypto Sell-Off The recent selling pressure could further strain market sentiment, as noted by Joseph Dahrieh, managing principal at Tickmill. “This decline could weigh strongly on the cryptocurrency and broader market sentiment, particularly as Bitcoin fell below the USD 100,000 mark, indicating potential short-term volatility and downside risks,” he remarked. The volatility has been exacerbated by massive liquidations in both long and short positions, totaling over $240 million within a 24-hour period. Antonio Di Giacomo, a senior market analyst at XS.com, commented, “The Federal Reserve’s cautious stance in signaling fewer cuts for 2025 created an atmosphere of doubt and speculation.” Related Reading: Ethereum Investment: Trump Crypto Project Grabs 722 ETH At $2.5 Million Looking ahead, the sell-off in the cryptocurrency market may persist in the near term. Alex Kuptsikevich, chief market analyst at FxPro, speculated that the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies could drop below $3 trillion, down from a peak of $3.7 trillion earlier this month. He cautioned that “a failure below $94,500 would signal a break of the uptrend of the last six weeks, while a fall below $92,000 would bring the price under the 50-day moving average. In this case, time is playing on the side of the bears.” As of this writing, Bitcoin has managed to stabilize above $97,400 as the week draws to a close, despite registering 4% losses over the previous 24 hours. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
The SEC has approved spot-based Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs from Hashdex and Franklin Templeton. The approved products include the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF and the Franklin Templeton Crypto Index ETF, which feature an 80/20 average weighting of Bitcoin and Ethereum but may include other assets in the future. Nasdaq and Cboe BZX filed …
The crypto market in the last 24 hours has seen 361,972 traders getting liquidated, losing over $1.17 billion. This comes after Bitcoin’s price dropped 7%, hitting a low of $95,500 after achieving a historic high of $108,268, it lost about 12% of its value in just three days. US Bitcoin ETFs saw record withdrawals, with …
Bitcoin ETFs saw a record $671.9M outflows on Dec. 19, coinciding with Bitcoin’s price dip and marketwide liquidations.
The SEC just made history in the crypto world by approving two first-of-their-kind ETFs: the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF and the Franklin Crypto Index ETF. These aren’t your typical crypto investments. They combine spot Bitcoin and Ethereum into one package, making it easier—and maybe even safer—for people to invest in the two biggest …
A federal judge has given Eric Council Jr., who pleaded not guilty to compromising the SEC's X account, permission to travel to North Carolina between Dec. 23 and Dec. 29.
The ETF, which Grayscale spun off from its older Grayscale Bitcoin Trust, now holds around $4 billion in assets.
In a potential win for the crypto industry, the Senate Banking Committee has canceled its vote on the reappointment of US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw, known for her critical stance on Bitcoin and other digital assets. This development, reported by FOX Business journalist Eleanor Terrett, means that Crenshaw will not secure […]
The year 2024 is ending with Bitcoin touching the new ATH of $107K and maximum altcoins trading in green. Factors adding to this rally are major expectations of lower interest rate cuts in December, as it typically helped Bitcoin. Another factor that boosted this rally was the inclusion of MicroStrategy in the Nasdaq 100 index. …
On Dec. 16, US spot and derivative Bitcoin ETFs collectively broke $129 billion in net assets, surpassing gold ETFs for the first time.
Amid its historic price action, Bitcoin (BTC) has quietly hit a new all-time high (ATH) against gold. The insight was highlighted by veteran trader Peter Brandt in an X post. Bitcoin Hits New ATH Against Gold: Room For Further Growth? Brandt’s analysis revealed that the BTC-to-gold ratio has reached a new ATH of 32.19 ounces of gold per BTC. In his post, the seasoned trader also took a subtle dig at long-time gold advocate Peter Schiff, a vocal Bitcoin critic. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Surge In 2024 Not Enough To Beat Gold’s Risk-Adjusted Returns – Details Here For those unfamiliar, the BTC-to-gold ratio measures Bitcoin’s performance relative to gold, showing how many ounces of gold are needed to purchase one whole BTC. This metric underscores Bitcoin’s growing dominance as a store of value. Brandt further noted that the next target for Bitcoin is 89 ounces of gold per BTC, suggesting significant room for Bitcoin to grow against the precious metal. This aligns with the broader narrative within the crypto industry that Bitcoin is poised to challenge gold’s $15 trillion market cap. It’s worth recalling that Brandt previously predicted Bitcoin would rise 400% relative to gold by 2025. Back in October, he projected that BTC could reach the equivalent of 123 ounces of gold based on historical market patterns. A recent report by trading firm Bernstein added weight to this narrative, forecasting that Bitcoin is on track to replace gold as the preferred safe-haven asset within the next 10 years. As of now, BTC boasts a market cap of $2.11 trillion, steadily closing in on gold’s dominance. Similar forecast was made by one of the earliest Bitcoin advocates, Eric Voorhees. The CEO of ShapeShift crypto exchange made a bold prediction, saying that unlike gold or oil, BTC’s digitally-programmed supply scarcity will drive its price upwards. Additionally, Nate Geraci, President of the ETF Store, predicts that Bitcoin-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) could surpass gold ETFs in total assets under management within the next two years. Supporting this outlook, data from SoSoValue indicates that cumulative net inflows into all spot BTC ETFs currently stand at $35.6 billion, compared to gold ETFs, which sit at $55 billion. Implications Of A Potential BTC Strategic Reserve With BTC surpassing the pivotal $100,000 price level, speculation has grown regarding President-elect Donald Trump’s approach to digital assets. Industry experts believe that Trump may prioritize Bitcoin adoption early in his second term, further boosting BTC’s price. Related Reading: BlackRock Declares Bitcoin The New ‘Gold Alternative’ – Here’s Why Data supports this optimistic view. According to crypto analyst Ali Martinez, the number of BTC whales – wallet addresses holding more than 1,000 BTC – has skyrocketed since Trump’s election victory. This optimism is further fuelled by speculation surrounding a potential US strategic Bitcoin reserve. Prominent financiers argue that if the US were to create such a reserve, China and other nations would likely follow suit to remain competitive. At press time, BTC trades at $106,909, up 3.7% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from X and TradingView.com
Crypto ETPs have recorded $20.3 billion of inflows during the past 10 weeks, accounting for 45% of all inflows in 2024.
The spike in activity likely stems from "cash-secured" selling of the options by traders who missed the rally in the ETF.
The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust has had $21 billion in outflows since January, overshadowing gains from nine of the US-based spot Bitcoin ETFs in the market.
According to a report by crypto asset management firm Sygnum, institutional investor-led ‘demand shocks’ could propel Bitcoin (BTC) prices to new highs in 2025. However, altcoins may underperform due to factors such as reduced capital rotation from BTC to other cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin Likely To Continue Its Momentum Into 2025 In a report titled Crypto Market Outlook 2025, asset manager Sygnum outlined multiple factors that are likely to further push BTC price upwards next year. The report highlights new capital inflows into the market – particularly institutional inflows – as the primary driver for the crypto bull market in 2025. Related Reading: Bitcoin On Track For $275,000? Analyst Cites Cup And Handle Formation The analysis highlights a ‘multiplier effect’ caused by institutional inflows combined with Bitcoin’s limited liquid supply. For instance, every $1 billion of net inflows into spot BTC exchange-traded funds (ETFs) reportedly triggers a 3-6% price increase. Additionally, the report notes that Bitcoin’s price momentum is amplified by the concept of reflexivity – demand for BTC grows as its price rises, creating a feedback loop. Together, institutional inflows, the multiplier effect, and Bitcoin’s reflexivity are expected to make 2025 a pivotal year for the cryptocurrency. The report also emphasizes the importance of a pro-crypto regulatory climate in the US, following the confirmation of Donald Trump’s victory in the November presidential election. The outcome is widely seen as favorable for crypto legislation, with expectations of a comprehensive regulatory framework that could provide much needed clarity for the industry. The election outcome bodes well for crypto legislation, with widespread expectation of the establishment of a comprehensive regulatory framework, which includes clarifying the status of crypto assets and defining the roles of the regulatory bodies. It is expected that the CFTC’s role in crypto oversight will be extended, and the chances of the various crypto bills passing and being written into law have increased substantially. Some of the major crypto bills that will be in focus are The Payment Stablecoin Act, The Bitcoin Act – which compels the US government to build a strategic BTC reserve – The CBDC Anti-Surveillance Act, and several other bills that support crypto self-custody, crypto mining, and decentralized finance. 2025: A Watershed Year For BTC The report predicts that institutional giants such as BlackRock, Fidelity, and Morgan Stanley will continue increasing their exposure to crypto. Notably, some portfolios now allow allocations of up to 25% for crypto investments, though typical allocations remain in the 1-3% range. Related Reading: Anthony Scaramucci Foresees China Bitcoin Strategic Reserve In 2025 Further, BTC may benefit from central banks and local governments considering setting aside some part of their funds for BTC reserves. Notably, countries like El Salvador and Bhutan are already actively mining and accumulating BTC as part of the wider national economic strategy. The report adds that 2025 inflows into crypto ETFs are likely to be ‘substantially higher’ than the net inflows to date. As of December 11, the total net assets in US-based spot BTC ETFs stands at $113.72 billion, according to data from SoSoValue. Despite the optimistic forecasts, the report acknowledges several potential risks that could dampen Bitcoin’s bullish trajectory. These include inflationary pressures, geopolitical uncertainties, and the increasing dominance of Tether in the stablecoin market. At press time, BTC trades at $100,940, up 0.9% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Chart from TradingView.com
The recommendation applies to investors who wish to hold Bitcoin, the asset manager said.
Some of Alipay’s mainland Chinese users saw ads inviting them to invest up to $137 daily in a fund with indirect exposure to a US spot Bitcoin ETF and Coinbase.
Bitcoin (BTC) price rallied more than 5 percent on Wednesday after rebounding from the crucial support range between $94.3k and $96.6k earlier this week. The flagship coin retested the prior all-time high (ATH) range of between $101,219 and $101,998 before slightly retracing to trade about $100,780 on Thursday, December 12, during the mid-London session. The …
Meanwhile, altcoins may flounder unless the United States passes rules favoring crypto adoption, the asset manager said.