The US financial regulator is soliciting comments on NYSE’s application to list Bitwise’s cryptocurrency index ETF.
Bitwise has predicted that in 2025, Bitcoin could hit $500,000, Coinbase will enter the S&P 500 and AI agents will drive the next “memecoin mania.”
The two Bitwise executives have worked tirelessly to get crypto exchange-traded funds approved by the SEC, and this year they finally succeeded.
Spot Bitcoin ETF provider WisdomTree became the fourth firm in the US to submit a Form S-1 filing with the SEC for a spot XRP ETF.
Bitwise said that it’s planning to rebrand its entire European ETP portfolio as it expands its operations in Europe.
After the 2024 US election, Bitwise and other asset managers seem to have been testing the regulatory waters for previously unapproved spot cryptocurrency ETFs.
Starknet has launched its staking program for STRK tokens, becoming the first Ethereum layer-2 network to enable staking, according to a Nov. 26 statement shared with CryptoSlate. The program aims to empower token holders to participate in securing the network while earning rewards. In this initial phase, token holders with at least 20,000 STRK can […]
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Bitwise, VanEck, 21Shares and Canary Capital have also recently submitted their S-1 registration statements to list a spot Solana ETF in the US.
Crypto-investments firm Bitwise took a big jump Thursday toward offering a Solana exchange traded fund (ETF) in the United States.
Bitwise Asset Management has taken a significant step toward launching a spot Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF). On Nov. 20, the company registered a statutory trust in Delaware through CSC Delaware Trust, signaling plans to file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for approval. Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley confirmed the registration in a Nov. 20 […]
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Bitwise Asset Management is preparing to enhance its crypto product lineup by converting the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW) into an exchange-traded fund (ETF), according to a Nov. 14 statement. Bitwise revealed that NYSE Arca has filed to uplist BITW as the first crypto index fund to achieve ETF status. This marks a significant […]
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According to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer (CIO) Matt Hougan, entering the Bitcoin (BTC) trade may not be too late. The executive recently said that until the flagship cryptocurrency hits $500,000, it’s “still early.” Potential Investors Should Not Be Discouraged By Bitcoin Price Action In a client memo shared yesterday, Bitwise’s CIO Hougan stated that while […]
It adds to Bitwise's roster of European staking ETPs. Staking is still prohibited in ETPs listed in the United States.
Bitcoiners don’t fear overvaluation the way stock traders do, says Bitwise Invest's CEO, after Bitcoin reached new all-time highs this week.
As Donald Trump secured his return to the presidency for the 2025-2029 term, Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Asset Management, expressed a bullish outlook for the cryptocurrency market, proclaiming it has entered a “golden age.” In a recent video shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Hougan highlighted the implications of Trump’s […]
Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer of Bitwise Asset Management, declared in an investor note today that the crypto industry has secured its place in the financial world, irrespective of the outcome of today’s US presidential election between President Donald Trump and Senator Kamala Harris. In his note titled “Crypto Has Already Won,” Hougan stated, “There is nothing left to say about Tuesday’s election.” He provided a succinct assessment for investors: “Short-term, a Trump victory is better than a Harris victory. Long-term, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins will thrive regardless of who wins. Altcoins have more regulatory risk in a Harris regime than a Trump regime.” Hougan cautioned that the only unfavorable scenario for crypto would be a Democratic sweep. “It would embolden the fringe element of the Democratic Party that is overtly hostile to crypto. But even in that scenario, I’d buy the dip,” he wrote. Reflecting on the industry’s resilience over the past four years, Hougan emphasized, “If there’s one thing the past four years has taught me, it’s this: Washington can’t stop crypto. It can alter the trajectory. It can speed things up or slow things down. It can bring more confusion or new clarity. But it can’t stop it.” Related Reading: Crypto Expert Discloses ‘Hidden Altcoin Gem’ With 1,900% Upside According to the Bitwise CIO, the presidential election serves as a milestone to evaluate the crypto sector’s growth since November 2020. Despite a combative regulatory environment—including “Operation Choke Point 2.0,” numerous SEC lawsuits, and a host of contradictory or ambiguous statements—the progress made is remarkable. Hougan noted, “We focus so much in crypto on the moment-by-moment movement of prices that we often lose sight of the long-term trends. The presidential election provides a nice opportunity to step back and see how far we’ve come.” ‘Crypto Has Already Won’ He presented compelling statistics comparing November 2020 to November 2024. Bitcoin’s price increased from $13,677 to $69,492, a 408% rise. Ethereum went from $388 to $2,492, marking a 552% increase. Solana experienced a meteoric rise from $1.49 to $165.12, an increase of 10,982%. In terms of trading volume, the CME Bitcoin Futures Open Interest in October surged from $0.57 billion to $10.58 billion, a 1,756% increase. The seven-day moving average of crypto daily exchange volume expanded from $9.68 billion to $39.32 billion, a 306% increase. Decentralized exchange volume in October soared from $12.6 billion to $156.5 billion, reflecting an 11,142% increase. Assets under management also saw significant growth. The Bitcoin spot ETF assets under management, nonexistent in November 2020, reached $71.46 billion by November 2024. Stablecoin assets under management dramatically increased from $3.87 billion to $177.83 billion, a 4,495% rise. The total value locked in decentralized finance platforms increased from $9.57 billion to $139.3 billion, a growth of 1,356%. Related Reading: Top Crypto Analyst Unveils Best Altcoins For The 2025 Bull Run Network activity showed substantial increases as well. Monthly transactions on the Bitcoin network grew from 9.28 million to 20.48 million, a 121% increase. Monthly transactions considering Ethereum and Layer 2 solutions saw a massive rise from 33.3 million to 385.8 million, a 1,059% increase. Mainstream adoption indicators also highlighted crypto’s integration into traditional finance and politics. The number of top 20 asset managers with tokenized funds increased from none in 2020 to three in 2024. BlackRock’s adoption of Bitcoin and Ethereum, nonexistent in 2020, is one of the biggest stories in 2024. Because of all that, Hougan expressed strong confidence in the continuation of these positive trends. “The question to ask yourself as you look at the above statistics is whether they will continue. From my seat, the answer is a resounding yes,” he affirmed. He outlined several key expectations: spot crypto ETF inflows will continue; stablecoins will continue to grow rapidly; institutions will continue to ‘get off zero’ and add allocations to Bitcoin and crypto; Wall Street will continue to embrace tokenization and real-world assets; blockchains will continue to get faster and cheaper; and real-world applications like Polymarket will continue to break through and gain mainstream adoption. While acknowledging the election’s significance, Hougan minimized its long-term impact on Bitcoin’s and crypto’s trajectory. “Make no mistake: What happens in Tuesday’s election matters, particularly in the short term. But as I see it, over the long term, Tuesday will prove to be something between a speed bump and a wind gust. Neither is going to stop this train,” he concluded. At press time, Bitcoin traded at $68,932. Featured image from YouTube, chart from TradingView.com
With just four days to go until the US presidential election, crypto enthusiasts are hoping that a victory for their preferred candidate will lead to a higher Bitcoin (BTC) price. Who Will Be More Beneficial For Bitcoin? From a crypto-enthusiast perspective, the 2024 US presidential elections are unlike any other as both candidates recognize the […]
If Bitcoin matures as a store-of-value asset and governments continue to debase their fiat currencies, its price will surge well into six-figure territory, predicts Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan.
Institutional adoption, US government overspending and future economic stimulus packages are just a few reasons why analysts believe Bitcoin price is on the path to $100,000.
Solana price is up today, registering a 4% ascent over the past 24 hours as the wider crypto market continues to show strength.
If Vice President Kamala Harris beats Donald Trump in the U.S. presidential election, that could be good for Ethereum, though crypto is in good shape either way, Bitwise's Matt Hougan says.
The Bitcoin price volatility is likely to surge in both directions following the recent approval of options for spot Bitcoin ETFs, according to Jeff Park, head of Alpha Strategies at Bitwise Investments. In an interview with Anthony Pompliano, Park explained how these newly available options differ from existing crypto derivatives and why they could significantly impact the Bitcoin market dynamics. Why Bitcoin ETF Options Are A Game Changer Park outlined a comprehensive thesis in the interview, noting, “Volatility is not just a static measure of past performance; it reflects the distribution of potential outcomes and the severity of those outcomes.” He emphasized that the introduction of Bitcoin ETF options will bring new dimensions to how traders interact with Bitcoin, potentially amplifying both price rises and falls. This volatility, he argued, stems from the unique characteristics of options as financial instruments. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Puell Multiple Signals A Bullish Surge: Could A New ATH Be Near? While Bitcoin options are not entirely new—offshore platforms like Deribit and LedgerX already offer similar instruments—ETF options introduce a regulated market overseen by US authorities like the CFTC and SEC. This makes a profound difference, according to Park, because “removal of counterparty risk is something that crypto has not fully solved offshore.” He noted that the clearing mechanisms provided by the Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) bring added security to these trades, which institutional investors have long demanded. More importantly, Park highlighted the advantage of cross-collateralization, which is not available on existing platforms that cater exclusively to crypto. “Cross-collateralization allows traders to use non-correlated assets, such as gold ETFs, as collateral in Bitcoin trades,” he explained. This flexibility increases liquidity and efficiency in the market. “You can’t do this on Deribit or any purely crypto-focused platform,” Park emphasized, calling it a “huge unlock” for the Bitcoin derivatives market. Park anticipates that the introduction of these options will magnify Bitcoin’s price swings. “For any well-functioning and liquid market, you need organic buyers and sellers to create natural demand and supply,” he explained. However, the real impact comes from how dealers hedge their positions, especially when they are “short gamma,” a condition where their hedging activities can intensify price movements. In practical terms, Park said, “Dealers who are short gamma must buy more Bitcoin as prices rise and sell more as prices fall, thereby adding to the volatility.” This dynamic is crucial to understanding how ETF options could push Bitcoin’s price to extremes in both directions. He also pointed out that, historically, most Bitcoin options activity has been driven by speculation, rather than risk management strategies like covered calls, which tend to reduce volatility. Related Reading: Here’s Where We Are In The Bitcoin Bull Cycle According To The Wall Street Cheat Sheet One of Park’s key points was the dramatic growth potential for Bitcoin’s derivatives market. In traditional markets like equities, the derivatives market is often 10 times larger than the underlying spot market. In contrast, Bitcoin’s open interest in derivatives currently represents just 3% of its spot market value, according to Park’s figures. “The introduction of ETF options could lead to a 300x increase in Bitcoin’s derivatives market size,” Park predicted. This growth would bring substantial new liquidity but would likely also drive volatility higher, due to the larger volume of speculative trades and the structural leverage introduced by options. “That’s an astronomical number for which there’s going to be new flows and liquidity coming into this market which will likely therefore add volatility,” Park stated. “In the global economy, derivatives markets are far larger than the spot markets,” he added, pointing to the fact that in traditional asset classes like equities and commodities, derivatives play a critical role in risk management and speculation. “Bitcoin is moving toward a similar structure, and that’s where we’ll see the most significant price movements and liquidity,” Park concluded. At press time, BTC traded at $62,334. Featured image from YouTube, chart from TradingView.com
On Friday, crypto asset manager Bitwise, filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to convert three existing futures-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) into a new series of funds utilizing “Trendwise strategies” approach. This strategy is expected to rotate investments between cryptocurrencies and US Treasuries based on prevailing market conditions, aiming to optimize returns and […]
With dozens of layer-1 blockchains on the market, communication between networks has become a significant pain point for the broader adoption of Web3-based applications.
XRP holders were on a high after the first XRP ETF application was filed, only to see hopes dim after the SEC’s Ripple appeal. The race is on between Solana and XRP to become the first US altcoin ETF.
Bitwise Asset Management has officially filed for a spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) with Delaware’s Division of Corporations on September 30. The filing encompasses the registration for establishing a Delaware statutory trust, a business-oriented trust recognized under Delaware state law. This strategic move aligns with precedents set by prominent financial entities such as BlackRock and […]
Crypto native asset manager Bitwise is moving toward creating an exchange-traded fund tracking XRP, the token closely associated with crypto company Ripple.
The crypto-focused asset manager confirmed filing the XRP exchange-traded fund trust registration with the state of Delaware.
Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan has recently highlighted a growing trend of top financial advisors “allocating to cryptocurrency” in their portfolios. Speaking at the Barron’s Advisor 100 Summit in Palm Beach, Florida, Hougan shared insights on how some of the “most powerful people” in the financial industry are beginning to embrace digital assets like […]
Ether price could be on track for another correction into a triple-bottom, marking the beginning of a big rally into 2025.