Nasdaq has filed an amended rule proposal seeking to introduce in-kind redemptions for BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT), according to a Jan. 24 regulatory filing. The adjustment would allow the exchange-traded fund to transfer Bitcoin (BTC) directly to investors during redemptions instead of converting holdings into cash. The filing outlines plans to expand the ETF’s […]
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Bitwise Asset Management has set the stage for what could become its first Dogecoin-focused exchange-traded fund (ETF). On Jan. 22, the firm registered a Delaware statutory trust with Delaware’s Division of Corporations, a common preparatory step for launching financial products. Following the news, DOGE’s value fell by around 5% in the last 24 hours to […]
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Despite the low rate of capital inflows, Bitcoin has managed to surpass the market’s expectations by reaching an all-time high. The Realized Capitalization of Bitcoin reached an all-time high of $832 billion on Wednesday, demonstrating the confidence of investors and the fortitude of the asset, according to market insights from Glassnode. Related Reading: Bitcoin Could Surge To $1.7 Million, According To CryptoQuant And Glassnode What Is Realized Cap And Why Is It Important? The valuation of Bitcoin is more refined when viewed through the lens of realized capitalization, which is a significant departure from market capitalization. This algorithm determines the value of each Bitcoin by utilizing its most recent transaction price, rather than the current market price for all cryptocurrencies. This method monitors the movement of coins and identifies the locations where long-term holders are withdrawing profits or where new investors are entering. #Bitcoin‘s capital inflows have slowed down since passing the $100K price tag. Despite this, #BTC‘s Realized Cap has hit an ATH of $832B and continues to grow at a rate of $38.6B per month: https://t.co/NRjBjI3jMb pic.twitter.com/NefQiKEO38 — glassnode (@glassnode) January 22, 2025 Bitcoin’s ability to attract new capital is a reliable indicator that it also retains value within the network. This is indicative of the increasing confidence in Bitcoin as a long-term store of value. Inflows Of Capital Generate Conflicting Signals A period of inconsistent capital inflows into Bitcoin has coincided with the milestone, which is interesting. Recent data indicates that Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) experienced substantial outflows of $1.21 billion. Initially, the outflow pointed to a decrease in institutional investors’ sentiment. However, just a few days later, the story took a dramatic turn. With an influx of more than $1 billion on January 17 alone, the Bitcoin ETFs had a notable inflow of $3.26 billion from January 15. This sudden turnaround suggests that there is still a strong demand for Bitcoin even though there are still occasional short-term swings in capital inflows. Long-Term Holders: The Primary Factor Driving Growth It also emphasizes the importance of long-term holders in the Bitcoin ecosystem, as the majority of these investors are now opting to maximize their profits as the confidence in Bitcoin’s ability to maintain its value over time continues to increase. In the same breadth, new entrants purchase crypto, frequently at a higher price, thereby increasing the metric. This behavior discloses an essential insight: Bitcoin’s expansion is not exclusively contingent upon speculative trading. This is increasingly becoming a long-term investment for many, similar to gold or other conventional stores of value. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price To $122K Next Month? Research Predicts Big Move Challenges Ahead Although the rise in Realized Cap is a positive indicator, the market as a whole continues to experience many challenges. Capital inflows that are slower may pose an issue if they persist for an extended period. Nevertheless, the existence of Bitcoin’s ability to establish new benchmarks in such circumstances suggests that it is maturing as an asset. Featured image from PCMag, chart from TradingView
The crypto market has recorded its highest weekly inflow this year, reaching an impressive $2.2 billion. According to the latest CoinShares report, this influx of capital was fueled by growing excitement around Donald Trump’s Jan. 20 inauguration. The firm noted that the surge pushed total year-to-date inflows to $2.8 billion. This influx has also pushed […]
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Veteran trader Peter Brandt has suggested that Cardano (ADA) has “bottomed” and is preparing for a “grand bull market,” which has brought the cryptocurrency into the limelight. Brandt’s analysis, which carries weight in trading circles, has elicited enthusiasm among investors in ADA. Related Reading: Spot Crypto ETFs: Litecoin Likely Next In Line For SEC Nod A Sequence Of Reversals The technical basis of Brandt’s analysis is the so-called double-bottom base. This base, which has been sustained for the past year, points to a possible change from a bearish to a positive direction. ADA lately exceeded its local high of $0.81, a crucial level now used as a support zone. For traders, this is a very important sign of resilience. Brandt is of the opinion that this pattern establishes the foundation for a consistent upward trajectory. He observes that the cryptocurrency is currently consolidating above $1.10, a level that has previously served as resistance. Converting this into support could establish the beginning of substantial price increases. Alt season???? Make no doubt about it, Cardano $ADAUSD has bottomed for a grand bull market Blue check mark only so no rude trolls pic.twitter.com/Xn33Twot47 — Peter Brandt (@PeterLBrandt) January 16, 2025 Momentum Of The Present Market ADA is currently trading at $1.13, with an intraday high of $1.14 and a low of $1.03 as of January 17, 2025. Although these figures may appear modest, they are in close alignment with Brandt’s optimistic expectation. The incremental price pattern is indicative of the underlying market confidence for those who are closely monitoring the altcoin’s trajectory. The overall sentiment of the cryptocurrency market has a role as well. As talk of an “altcoin season” heats up, interest in alternative digital assets like ADA grows. This market-wide confidence frequently leads to larger price volatility for individual cryptocurrencies. This focus on support and resistance zones underscores the importance of technical analysis in understanding cryptocurrency trends. Brandt’s emphasis on these levels adds a layer of credibility to his bullish forecast. Breaking Resistance Levels Cardano’s ability to convert resistance levels into support has been a key driver in its price movement. The first step was to exceed $0.81. The next issue is keeping the price over $1.10. If this level is maintained in the coming months, ADA may set more ambitious goals. Broader Implications For ADA The recognition of the double-bottom base by Peter Brandt implies Cardano has a bright future. Given the altcoin is consolidating above important levels and the larger market is in a positive state. ADA might be preparing for a major bull run. Still, investors should exercise great caution and be informed as the state of the market is erratic. Related Reading: Expert Sees Bitcoin Dipping To $50K While Bullish Momentum Persists Cardano (ADA) Price Growth Catalyst Meanwhile, a potential catalyst for Cardano’s price ascent is the approval of exchange-traded funds by the US Securities and Exchange Commission. Polymarket traders anticipate that the SEC will give the green light to several XRP and Solana ETFs. According to analysts, billions of dollars will flow into these funds once the approval is given. Featured image from Paleothea, chart from TradingView
As rumors of the possible approval of Litecoin ETF widely spread, LTC price jumped by 18% over 24 hours to $118. Launched as an alternative for Bitcoin in 2011, the cryptocurrency draws much interest among analysts and investors alike. Canary Capital has made a significant step forward in its quest for a Litecoin ETF. The company recently filed an amendment to its S-1 registration form with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, a move that industry experts interpret as a sign of ongoing discussions with the regulatory body. Related Reading: Expert Sees Bitcoin Dipping To $50K While Bullish Momentum Persists For market watchers and crypto aficionados alike, this development has spurred a great ounce of optimism. Considered as a good indication of possible approval, the revised filing indicates that the SEC has responded on Canary’s application. Analysts Comment On Litecoin ETF Approval Prospects Senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas of Bloomberg has publicly expressed his opinion that the “most likely” contender for the next spot crypto ETF approval is a Litecoin ETF. This prediction has gained traction in the crypto community. Balchunas does, however, also recognize the uncertainties the forthcoming shift in SEC leadership brings. Though the date of his Senate confirmation is yet unknown, the choice of former SEC commissioner Paul Atkins—considered crypto-friendly—by President-elect Donald Trump has spurred hope even further. We had heard chatter that the Litecoin S-1 had gotten comments back from SEC. This looks to confirm that which bodes well for our prediction that Litecoin is most likely to be the next coin approved. All that said, new SEC chair has yet to start and that’s a huge variable. https://t.co/cKFswPwcr0 — Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) January 15, 2025 James Seyffart, another Bloomberg ETF expert, said that the change could mean that the SEC has given feedback on the application. NEW: @CanaryFunds just filed an amended S-1 for their Litecoin ETF filing. No guarantees — but this might be indicative of SEC engagement on the filing. Still no 19b-4 filing yet though (A 19b-4 would actually start the potential approval/denial clock) h/t @isabelletanlee pic.twitter.com/wFtNOmbmYx — James Seyffart (@JSeyff) January 15, 2025 Investor Activity & Market Reaction A Litecoin ETF promises to set off a major market reaction. Large holders of Litecoin have been accumulating the cryptocurrency, with addresses holding at least 10,000 LTC collectively acquiring an additional 250,000 LTC since January 9. Related Reading: Analyst Declares XRP A Bullish Favorite – Rally Imminent? This trend of buying more Litecoin is similar to what happened in early December. It shows that big traders are having a strong effect on Litecoin’s price trajectory. The trading activity has also increased sharply, with Litecoin’s 24-hour volume jumping over 240%, reaching $1.7 billion. Implications For The Crypto Market If approved, a Litecoin ETF would represent a big milestone for the digital currency. Litecoin would then join Bitcoin and Ethereum as the only cryptocurrencies with US-approved spot ETFs, strengthening its market position. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView
Nasdaq filed a 19b-4 Form on Jan.16 to list and trade the spot Litecoin (LTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) registered by Canary Capital. Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas sees this as the first altcoin-related ETF approval in 2025. Following an update in the S-1 Form filed by Canary, Balchunas stated that its Litecoin ETF “has […]
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Leading asset management firm VanEck has submitted an application for an Onchain Economy Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF), according to a Jan. 15 filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This proposed fund aims to provide exposure to the broader crypto ecosystem by investing in companies and instruments connected to digital assets. The fund outlines a strategy that […]
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Canary Funds’ litecoin ETF filings were recently amended, potentially indicating that the SEC is engaging with the filing.
A national government is reportedly exploring Bitcoin as an alternative to its foreign currency bonds. On Jan. 16, Hunter Horsley, the CEO of Bitwise, revealed this development, noting that his firm had supplied detailed information to the government about Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). According to Horsley, the government is examining the potential of reallocating part […]
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The potential for a Litecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) to gain approval has surged, leading to noticeable price gains for the digital asset. Crypto bettors on Polymarket, a decentralized prediction platform, now estimate a 51% chance of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) giving the green light for a Litecoin-focused fund after Canary Capital amended its […]
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Thailand is ramping up its involvement in the crypto space with two contrasting regulatory moves. Media reports in the Asian nation have revealed that it is weighing the approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) while considering a ban on Polymarket. Bitcoin ETF The Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly considering introducing spot Bitcoin […]
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Investors’ appetite for Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) remains strong even as the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) remains cautious as recent outflows hit the market. Bitcoin ETF flows According to SoSoValue data, the US-based spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced significant outflows over the past four days, totaling $1.2 billion. On Jan. 14, the 12 spot […]
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BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) emerged as a bright spot in an otherwise challenging period for US Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which saw their third consecutive day of net outflows on Jan. 13. According to data from Farside, the Bitcoin ETF market recorded a total net outflow of $284.1 million. BlackRock’s IBIT stood out with […]
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Demand for US Bitcoin ETFs has significantly increased as we enter 2025, signifying a notable reversal following a lackluster start to the year. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $350,000? Top Crypto Influencer Makes Bold Prediction Based on recent figures from Glassnode, net inflows for the week ending January 6 amounted to 17,567 BTC, equivalent to around $1.7 billion. This increase surpasses the weekly average inflows of 15,900 BTC documented in the final quarter of 2024 and indicates a resurgence of investor enthusiasm. A Turbulent Journey Of Inflows Inflows into Bitcoin ETFs have shown an erratic pattern. These inflows showed notable fluctuations in late 2024. In September, there was a significant decline as Bitcoin prices dropped below $64,000, leading to large withdrawals. Nevertheless, things began to change by October. Inflows increased dramatically; in few weeks, they topped 24,000 BTC. With the average weekly inflow settling at around 15,900 BTC, the increase continued into November and December, demonstrating the high demand for Bitcoin investments. After a slow start to the year, demand for US spot #Bitcoin ETFs has normalized. In the week of January 6, inflows reached 17,567 #BTC ($1.7B), which is slightly higher than the weekly average of 15.9K $BTC ($1.35B) from October to December 2024: https://t.co/0Cpfm8lpak pic.twitter.com/u4FksOSLuZ — glassnode (@glassnode) January 13, 2025 As the price of Bitcoin increased, so did ETF inflows. In December 2024, the most popular digital asset in the world reached a record-breaking high of $108,135. This association suggests that as more people switched to exchange-traded funds, investors’ confidence in Bitcoin’s worth grew, leading to a positive market sentiment. Bitcoin ETFs: Who Possesses The Most? The total holdings of US spot Bitcoin ETFs as of early January 2025 are approximately 1.13 million BTC. Grayscale has 204,300 BTC, Fidelity holds 205,488 BTC, and BlackRock has 559,673 BTC, making it the largest holding. In 2024, BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) garnered attention by accumulating $37.25 billion in assets during its inaugural year, securing the third position on the Top 20 ETF Leaderboard for that year. This significant surge highlights the rising institutional demand for cryptocurrency-backed financial solutions. Will 2025 Be A Good Year For ETFs? Bitcoin ETFs look like they will do well in 2025. Experts in the field think that this year there may be a lot of new, innovative offerings on the market. There will be at least 50 new bitcoin ETFs this year, according to Nate Geraci of the ETF Store. These will cover a wide range of strategies, such as covered call ETFs and Bitcoin-denominated equity ETFs. Furthermore, there is conjecture that Bitcoin spot ETFs may soon exceed physical gold ETFs in asset size. This would represent a pivotal advancement in the development of digital assets as conventional investment instruments. Such a change would highlight a rising confidence in Bitcoin as a valid store of value and investment tool, therefore challenging the long-held view of gold as the best hedge. Related Reading: Massive Dogecoin Rally Incoming? Experts Point To Over 1,000% Upside As financial institutions such as Vanguard investigate cryptocurrency ETF alternatives, it underscores a wider trend of acceptance and incorporation of cryptocurrencies into established financial systems. Featured image from Reuters, chart from TradingView
Options linked to BlackRock's spot bitcoin ETF (IBIT) began trading on Nov. 19 and have since grown to half the size of Deribit's BTC options market.
According to an estimate by JPMorgan, exchange-traded products (ETPs) for XRP and Solana (SOL) could attract over $15 billion in net inflows. Matthew Sigel, head of digital assets research at VanEck, shared that the forecast considers the performances of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) in relation to their market cap and ETP flows. Bitcoin ETPs […]
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Bitcoin’s (BTC) adoption is outpacing the transformative technologies of the past, including the internet and mobile phones, according to a recent report by BlackRock. The document highlighted that since its launch in 2009, Bitcoin has quickly evolved from a niche innovation to a globally recognized asset. It attributed the evolution to demographic trends, economic shifts, and […]
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One year ago, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the approval of Bitcoin Spot ETFs in what would be a historic move for institutional adoption in cryptocurrency. In no equivocal terms, these exchange-traded products have superseded market expectations in terms of demand and performance becoming a major influence over Bitcoin’s price trajectory. Related […]
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It’s been a whole year since the spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) received the long-awaited approval to trade in the United States, making the strongest ETF debut the US financial market has ever seen. It goes without saying that the crypto market has also witnessed a significant shift since the launch of these investment products. […]
Four spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) figured among the 20 ETFs with the most significant assets under management (AUM) one year after their launch in the US. BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF IBIT was the best performer among the Bitcoin ETFs and also among all the nearly 4,000 exchange-traded funds on a list made by […]
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Bitcoin and crypto ETPs continue their impressive performance just a week into the new year. According to a CoinShares report filed by James Butterfill, crypto ETPs saw massive $585 million inflows in the first few days of the year. Analysts say this early strong performance of the crypto ETPs continues the impressive run of the assets from last year. Related Reading: SUI Skyrockets: Bullish Momentum Drives Push Toward $6 In the same CoinShares report, crypto ETPs achieved over $44 billion outflows in 2024, with Bitcoin as the most-traded digital asset. Bitcoin saw $38 billion in inflows, representing nearly 30% of all Assets in Management (AUM), while Ethereum picked up pace in the latter half of the year, with net inflows of more than $4.8 billion. Bitcoin ETPs Lead The Pack CoinShare’s James Butterfill shared these findings on the performance of crypto ETPs on the company’s official site and social media pages. The report explained that Bitcoin ETPs were the preferred digital investment product, cornering $38 billion of all Bitcoin AUMs of global ETPs. 2024 saw US$44bn inflows in to crypto ETPs, 2025 off to a good start with US$585m inflows so farhttps://t.co/OczGDBUdph — James Butterfill (@jbutterfill) January 6, 2025 Ethereum ETPs ranked second, receiving roughly $4.8 billion in inflows in 2024, representing 26% of all ETH AUMs of global ETPs. The ETP’s inflows this past year are 2.4 times bigger than what was recorded in 2021 and 60 times bigger than in 2023. Ethereum beats Solana regarding inflows in 2024, with just $69 million, representing only 4% of all assets under management. While Solana’s numbers are small relative to Bitcoin and Ethereum, it still leads all other altcoins. Approval Of Spot ETFs Helps Increase Inflows The industry saw record-breaking inflows in 2024, which is better than what the bull market experienced in 2021. In 2021, cryptocurrency investment products recorded more than $10 billion in net inflows. In short, last year’s inflows were 4x bigger than the recorded amount in 2021. According to Bufferfill, the surge in global crypto investment products benefited from the US’ approval of spot ETFs for Bitcoin in January 2024. In January 2024, the US Securities and Exchange Commission approved 11 applications for spot Bitcoin ETFs, which were followed by eight spot ETFs for Ether on May 22nd. According to recent data, these spot Bitcoin ETFs are the main reasons for the inflows in Bitcoin-related investments. Butterfill also explained that these ETFs will redefine the inflows for crypto investments in the future. Related Reading: Dogecoin To Hit $1? Expert Calls It A Realistic Goal For 2025 – Here’s Why Better Days Ahead For US Bitcoin Spot ETPs Aside from CoinShares, Galaxy Digital also offered a rosy picture of the future of the crypto investments industry. In a report shared last December 31st, 2024, the company boldly predicted that the US spot ETPs market will continue to soar in 2025. The report indicated that this niche will reach $250 billion in AUMs this year. Meanwhile, Alex Thorne of Firmwide Research said Bitcoin ETPs are closing in on US gold ETPs in total value of assets under management. Thorne added that Bitcoin will continue to become one of the top-performing assets on its risk-adjusted basis. Other analysts shared that Ether’s spot ETPs will also surge this year. The Ethereum blockchain will benefit from a Trump presidency and favorable regulatory changes. Featured image from OneSafe, chart from TradingView
The world’s largest cryptocurrency may be at risk of a supply shock as demand from United States (US) Spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) has surged far beyond expectations. In December 2024, the volume of BTC acquired through Spot Bitcoin ETFs more than tripled the amount mined during that same month, underscoring the severe imbalance between supply and demand. Spot Bitcoin ETFs Trigger Supply Shock Risks In December 2024, US Spot Bitcoin ETFs purchased an astonishing 51,500 BTC. On the other hand, BTC miners produced only 13,850 coins during the same period, according to data from Blockchain.com. This indicates that Bitcoin ETFs alone purchased nearly four times the amount BTC miners generated and supplied to the market that month. Related Reading: Dogecoin Gaussian Channel Turns Green On The 4-Hour Chart, Why A New ATH Above $1 Is Imminent According to reports, the demand for ETFs in December was nothing short of extraordinary, exceeding the available supply by approximately 272%. This massive increase in demand for Spot Bitcoin ETFs has raised concerns about a potential BTC supply shock, with analysts suggesting that it could happen soon. Specifically, Lark Davis, a crypto analyst, announced earlier in December that “a massive supply shock is imminent.” The analyst based this alarming forecast on the significant accumulation of BTC from US Spot Bitcoin ETFs. Davis disclosed that at some point in December, BTC ETFs had bought 21,423 BTC; meanwhile, miners had produced only 3,150 BTC around the same time. The analyst also noted that BTC ETFs globally held approximately 1,311,579 BTC as of December 17, 2024. This amount, valued at $139 billion, accounts for 6.24% of BTC’s total supply of 19.8 million. Given this staggering figure, Davis projects that during peak bull market phases, Spot Bitcoin ETFs could hold 10-20% of BTC’s total supply, raising more concerns about a major supply shock. Concentration Of Spot BTC Inflows In December Data from Glassnode has revealed that Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a total net inflow of $4.63 billion in December, almost doubling their 2024 monthly average of $2.77 billion. Notably, Glassnode disclosed that the surge in Spot Bitcoin ETF inflows was more concentrated during the first half of the month, while the second half saw outflows, with December 26 being the exception. Related Reading: XRP Price Sets Bullish Flag Continuation On The Daily Chart, Next Stop $10? Not surprisingly, the timing for this surge and subsequent decline in Bitcoin ETF inflows aligns with BTC’s price movements in December. At the beginning of the month, BTC experienced upward momentum, skyrocketing to a new ATH above $108,000 on December 17, fueled by the bull market hype and soaring demand. However, following this peak, BTC’s price saw a sharp decline, a drop that coincided with the timing of significant outflows from Spot Bitcoin ETFs, as reported by Glassnode. Despite the surge in demand for Spot Bitcoin ETFs in December, new data shows that investors have extended their accumulation trend into January 2025. On January 3, investors purchased over $900 million worth of BTC through Spot Bitcoin ETFs. More recently, US Spot Bitcoin ETFs acquired an additional 9,500 BTC, worth over $966 million at the current market price. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Nasdaq filed to raise the current options contract limit of the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) from 25,000 to 250,000 contracts, representing an exercisable risk of 2.89%, according to a Jan. 6 SEC filing. According to the filing, the current limit represents only 0.4% of exercisable risk for the spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF). […]
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Calamos Investments has announced a new Bitcoin ETF, CBOJ, which will debut on the CBOE Global Markets on Jan. 22. According to the Jan. 6 statement, this ETF promises 100% downside protection, providing investors a risk-managed way to participate in Bitcoin’s performance. CBOJ CBOJ shields against losses by using a combination of US Treasuries and […]
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Crypto-related products recorded a remarkable $44.2 billion in inflows last year—almost four times higher than the previous all-time high of $10.5 billion set in 2021. According to CoinShares’ latest report, this record-breaking performance is attributed to the introduction of US spot-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which significantly influenced global investments. Bitcoin ETFs dominate Bitcoin dominated the […]
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Bitcoin is in a firmly different mood as the first Wall Street trading week ends, but BTC price action still needs to convince wary traders.
Steno Research predicts a fantastic year for cryptocurrencies in 2025, with Bitcoin seen to reach $150,000 and Ethereum potentially hitting an $8,000 value. Related Reading: Shiba Inu 260% Rally: Analyst Sees Classic Bullish Patterns Emerging This projection isn’t just speculative; Steno’s analysis cites a number of positive economic variables, rising institutional interest, and the growing presence of cryptocurrency ETFs. However, the question remains: can these digital assets genuinely reach such amazing milestones? The Crypto ETF Boom: A Game Changer? Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are likely to play a significant role. Bitcoin, in particular, is expected to profit from nearly $50 billion in net inflows as institutional investors become more interested in these products. Ethereum is still a big player, but it’s expected to get $28 billion, thanks to similar trends in usage. These funds could bring a lot of cash into the cryptocurrency market, which would cause prices to rise even more. Similar to 2024, we expect the U.S. crypto ETFs to take center stage once again in 2025, partly due to the direct buying pressure they generate and partly because they serve as a proxy for non-native crypto retail and institutional interest in the asset class. We project that… pic.twitter.com/T8cs5gEbJy — Mads Eberhardt (@MadsEberhardt) December 30, 2024 Regulations And Macroeconomics: The Perfect Storm Supportive rules are another important factor in Steno Research’s hopeful prognosis. As governments throughout the world shift their sentiment on digital assets, cryptocurrencies’ prospects improve. Bitcoin’s solid price performance in particular appears to be linked to the rising acceptance of cryptocurrency as a viable asset class. This, paired with good macroeconomic conditions, prepares Bitcoin and Ethereum for tremendous growth over the next coming months. Bitcoin And Long-Term Strategy The research believes 2025 macroeconomic conditions will support the growth of cryptocurrencies. The popularity of cryptocurrencies as an inflation hedge and store of wealth boosts investor confidence. This implies that mainstream investors are more likely to use Bitcoin for long-term portfolio diversification, while Ethereum’s potential for decentralized finance and smart contracts makes it an attractive alternative. Some analysts believe Bitcoin’s price will rise as consumer and institutional demand grows. Ethereum’s adoption in DeFi and NFT marketplaces suggests a price hike. Related Reading: Will Bitcoin Enter Its Most Massive Bull Cycle? This Engineer Thinks So Is 2025 The Year Of Cryptocurrency? The 2025 forecast from Steno Research is optimistic, but it is not risk-free. These projections could be affected by changes in regulations, market volatility, and general economic conditions. However, there is no doubt that Bitcoin and Ethereum have a great chance of rising to new heights, especially if present trends continue. According to market forecasts, cryptocurrency markets will soon shift toward more widespread mainstream use, with new financial products and ETFs making it easier for institutional investors to get involved. As we begin the new year, the question remains: are we actually on the verge of the best year ever for cryptocurrency, or is this just another speculative bubble about to burst? Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
South Korea’s Exchange Chairman, Eun-Bo Jeong, has signaled interest in introducing crypto-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) this year, aligning with global demands for such products. At the Securities and Derivatives Market Opening Ceremony on Jan. 2, Jeong reportedly emphasized the need for innovative financial products to revitalize the country’s capital markets. Jeong highlighted the economic hurdles […]
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