There is growing excitement from cryptocurrency investors as Solana finally was able to get out of a slump, gathering more momentum for a robust comeback in the new year. SOL clawed its way back above the critical level of $202, signaling the resurgence of one of the crypto market’s most popular digital assets. Related Reading: Wealth Mentor Predicts XRP Path To $100 – Should You Invest Now? SOL Price Rebounds Analysts are seeing that Solana is off to a good start as the virtual coin opened the new year with a price uptick, raising market optimism over the crypto. SOL experienced an 10% surge in its price on January 2, opening 2025 on a positive note. Market observers also noted that Solana continues its dominance over Ethereum on year-to-date performance. At the time of writing, SOL was trading 209.22, up 3.5% in the last 24 hours, and soaring 10% in weekly timeframe. Data shows the price hike happened after a brief consolidation for the altcoin. During the day, the crypto reached a high of $209.35, nearing the $210 mark, while recording a low of $188, which some analysts said was a reflection of the regaining investors’ confidence and optimism on the digital asset. What’s Next For Solana? Market observers explained that Solana hitting $208 per coin is a significant achievement for the virtual asset, saying that the price increase allowed the crypto to break the resistance level of $202. This milestone is seen by analysts as a crucial step for the ongoing recovery of the SOL crypto and in propelling it to attain further gains. Related Reading: XRP’s Path To $15: A Look At Historical Price Alignments After the $202 level, many analysts see the next goal for the crypto is clawing way back to $220, a critical level that SOL needs to surpass so it can reclaim its loss glory at $245 per coin. If Solana is triumphant in getting back to the $245 level, analysts believe it “would enable Solana to recover most of its recent losses, reinforcing its bullish outlook and boosting investor sentiment.” Excitement About SOL ETF The regained investors’ confidence in Solana is being attributed by some analysts to the growing excitement of a possible Solana exchange-traded fund. Many crypto investors are anticipating that the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will approve the Solana exchange-traded fund this year, a milestone that some traders believe would drive the price of the coin up. Some traders are speculating that the SEC would give the green light to Solana exchange-traded fund as early as July 31, 2025, a rumor which is gaining traction. Even the Polymarket platform said that there is a 65% probability that the ETF would get the approval, up from the previous 50% approval likelihood prediction. Featured image from Chainalysis, chart from TradingView
Spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETF) IBIT and FBTC are among the top 20 by flows in 2024, amassing $49 billion and representing 4.3% of total flows, as highlighted by Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas. BlackRock’s IBIT registered the third-largest inflow last year, with over $37 billion in capital flowing to the US-traded Bitcoin ETF. […]
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Polymarket bettors now predict an 85% likelihood that the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will approve spot Solana (SOL) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the end of 2025, reflecting a 35% increase in confidence in the last few days. The recent surge indicates growing expectations that Solana ETFs could follow the path of Bitcoin and […]
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For advisors, retail investors, and many institutional investors, ETFs are our bridge from TradFi to DeFi and will remain a relevant part of the digital asset story in 2025.
The ETF Store CEO Nate Geraci highlighted that crypto-related exchange-traded funds (ETFs) led inflows in 2024, with the eight largest funds launched this year belonging to the sector. The list includes four spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs, two Ethereum (ETH) ETFs, and two MicroStrategy ETFs. The eight funds outperformed all of the roughly 740 ETF launches […]
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Recent Ethereum market swings have revealed an interesting disparity between price and network activity. Staking activity has kept rising while ETH retreated to $3,400, a 16% drop from its December peak. Related Reading: Whales Are Back: Dogecoin Price Forecast Soars To $20 Due to investors staking record amounts of ETH, the total staked assets have exceeded expectations. Even while short-term price fluctuations have led some to doubt Ethereum’s viability, this surge in staking is a sign of growing confidence in the cryptocurrency’s long-term worth. Investor Confidence Indicated By ETF Inflows Another significant development is the increase in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that are concentrated on Ethereum. The net total of $2.68 billion has been amassed over the past 25 days, with ETF inflows recorded on 23 days. On December 27, the total net assets of ETFs exceeded $12 billion as a result of the nearly $48 million in daily inflows, data from SoSoValue shows. The Ethereum ETF offered by BlackRock has garnered the majority of these investments, underscoring the institutional interest in ETH in defiance of the recent price decline. The popularity of Ethereum spot ETF reflects the larger crypto market, in which ETFs are starting to be a preferred choice for both institutional and ordinary investors. On the other hand, significant inflows of Bitcoin ETFs in recent months suggest that traditional financial markets are progressively welcoming digital assets. Price Action And Broader Market Dynamics Ethereum’s price decline, on the other hand, illuminates an alternative narrative. Ether’s price drop is likely to be driven by profit-taking following its recent rally and broader macroeconomic uncertainties, as the cryptocurrency market remains volatile. Regulatory pressures and concerns about the likelihood of another interest rate rise have accentuated the cautious mentality of traders. Despite the slump, some analysts see this as a time of consolidation rather than cause for worry. They note that Ethereum’s staking and ETF inflows are strong markers of long-term market confidence. Broader Perspective Ethereum’s most recent advancements occur amid an atmosphere of optimism regarding its ecosystem. Continued attention is being drawn to recent enhancements, such as the transition to proof-of-stake and ongoing scalability improvements. These developments are enabling Ethereum to preserve its leadership in non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and decentralized finance (DeFi). Related Reading: Bitcoin As A Strategic Asset? CryptoQuant CEO Questions US’s Next Move It’s important for investors to keep a long-term view while also being able to handle short-term fluctuations. The changing nature of crypto investing can be seen in the growing use of ETFs and staking. The price of Ethereum may go up and down, but its network and use cases are still strong. Featured image from Infobae, chart from TradingView
Asset management company Volatility Shares has submitted with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) an application to list a Solana futures exchange-traded fund (ETF). This strategic move comes after a host of asset managers applied to launch a spot Solana ETF earlier this year. Will Volatility Shares Increase Odds Of Spot ETF Approval? […]
Bitcoin fans have been abuzz after a bold prediction emerged: Robert Kiyosaki, the author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad”, believes that Bitcoin can reach $350,000 by 2025. His prediction isn’t just based on a guess. Kiyosaki points out the digital asset’s impressive 130% growth this year as a sign of what is to come. Can Bitcoin really go that high? Related Reading: Bitcoin Exchange Reserves Surge: Are Traders Preparing For A Major Market Shift? The Institutional Push: Help Or Hindrance? Institutional players like BlackRock are entering the crypto space in big ways. Their involvement legitimized Bitcoin. But things are not all rosy either. Recently, BlackRock reported $188 million in outflows for its Bitcoin ETF. For some people, that was a red flag. The critics worry that such giants will manipulate the market. Kiyosaki, an adamant proponent of financial freedom, encourages investors to keep their Bitcoin private wallets and not let institutions handle it. Larry Fink dumping Bitcoin. VIVEK warned Larry Fink of BLACK ROCK is a Marxist. Vivek warned Fink & Black Rock are Share Holder Capitalist not Stake Holder Caplitist. Share Holder Capitalists are Marxist….like Klaus Schwab who state: “Someday you’ll own nothing and you’ll be… — Robert Kiyosaki (@theRealKiyosaki) December 27, 2024 Is Bitcoin Getting Too Centralized? One of the best things about Bitcoin is its decentralized nature. As Wall Street behemoths such as BlackRock begin to dip their toes in, fears of centralization start to fill the air. Kiyosaki does not trust these institutions. He believes they may end up gaining too much influence over the crypto market. This would shift Bitcoin from its original appeal as “people’s money.” With such concerns, institutional interest still may drive up demand. If the market perceives Bitcoin as a “safe bet” due to BlackRock and others, its price may skyrocket. However, the potential downside—the loss of the power of decentralization—cannot be disregarded. The Road To 2025 Will Bitcoin hit $350,000 by 2025? Opinions remain divided. The crypto market is famously unpredictable, driven by factors like investor sentiment, regulation, and global economic conditions. Kiyosaki’s bullish stance appeals to those who see Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation. But others argue that market manipulation and regulatory scrutiny could keep prices in check. Related Reading: Dogecoin Rally Ahead: Analyst Hints At A Bigger Breakout Than 2021 For now, one thing is quite obvious: Bitcoin is sure to be a hot and highly debated topic. Investor caution is the watchword of the day. While the thought of $350,000 is very tempting, a consideration of risks and reward must be undertaken. Crypto markets are still in an evolving stage. Predictions such as those by Kiyosaki are intriguing, but only time will tell whether or not Bitcoin will see those dizzying heights. For now, stay educated and cautious. At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading at $94,448, down 2.4% and 4.3% in the daily and weekly timeframes, data from Coingecko shows. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView
Multiple filings came in yesterday for bitcoin bond ETFs, one being to invest in MicroStrategy convertible securities.
Whale distribution and a convincing bearish reversal indicator set up XRP for further price declines in early 2025.
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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Bitwise has filed for an ETF that would invest in large market cap public companies with at least 1,000 Bitcoin on their balance sheets.
Strive Asset Management, founded by Vivek Ramaswamy, has filed a request with US regulators to launch a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) designed to provide exposure to “Bitcoin Bonds,” according to a Dec. 26 filing. The Strive Bitcoin Bond ETF will target convertible bonds issued by companies like MicroStrategy that have invested significant portions of their capital in […]
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BlackRock reported holding 430,770 shares of its spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) IBIT through its Global Allocation Fund. According to a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the shares amount to over $17 million as of Oct. 31. As highlighted by X user identified as MacroScope, the amount of shares reported […]
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Israel is set to introduce six Bitcoin-linked mutual funds on Dec. 31, marking a significant step in the country’s crypto investment landscape. local media outlets Calcalist and Globes reported.s The funds were introduced by Migdal Capital Markets, More, Ayalon, Phoenix Investment, Meitav, and IBI. According to the report, the Israel Securities Authority (ISA) approved these […]
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US Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have faced four consecutive days of withdrawals, ending with notable outflows on Christmas Eve. Data from SoSovalue on Dec. 24 shows that ETFs saw recorded combined outflows of $338.4 million on Christmas Eve. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF led this decline, suffering its largest single-day outflow of $188.7 million. Fidelity’s […]
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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 yesterday’s crypto market slump, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved the first-ever dual Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) index exchange-traded funds (ETFs) from Franklin Templeton and Hashdex. The ETFs are scheduled for launch in January 2025. SEC Approves First Dual Bitcoin-Ethereum Index ETFs For the first time, the US financial regulator has […]
Bitcoin buying led by Coinbase launches BTC price action back toward the six-figure mark.
Coinbase’s latest market outlook for 2025 identifies tokenization, DeFi resurgence, and a shift toward pro-crypto regulation in the US as key trends for the following year. Coinbase anticipates 2025 as a pivotal year for US crypto legislation after years of regulatory ambiguity. The exchange said these developments could redefine how crypto integrates with traditional finance […]
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Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETF) changes, such as in-kind redemptions and staking permission for Ethereum (ETH) products, are likely to happen “early on” under a new US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) administration. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce shared during an interview for Coinage that these matters may arrive for a regulator review as soon as Paul […]
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21shares registered a trust in Delaware on Dec. 19, called the 21Shares Polkadot Trust, for a potential exchange-traded product indexed to Polkadot (DOT). As of press time, 21shares has not spoken publicly about the filing. DOT is the 20th largest crypto, priced at $7.07 and boasting a market cap of nearly $10.8 billion as of press […]
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Bitwise Asset Management has introduced the Bitwise Solana Staking ETP (BSOL) on Deutsche Börse Xetra, providing institutional and retail investors with streamlined access to Solana’s (SOL) staking rewards. The new product is designed to deliver superior returns and transparency, strengthening Bitwise’s position in Europe’s crypto investment market. The BSOL ETP, which tracks the Compass Solana […]
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Analysts from Bloomberg have a positive outlook that a score of cryptocurrency-based exchange-traded funds or ETF would get approval from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in 2025. Related Reading: Bitcoin Soars Past $106,000 For A New ATH — What’s Driving The Frenzy? Crypto investors might have a lot of options next year when […]
BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) IBIT became the most successful ETF launch in over 10 years, following the $418.8 million in net flows registered on Dec. 16. Nate Geraci, CEO of The ETF Store, highlighted that IBIT had beaten approximately 2,850 ETFs. He added: “In other words, IBIT has more lifetime inflows than […]
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A “new wave” of crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is expected in 2025 as the regulatory landscape improves under the incoming Trump administration, according to Bloomberg Intelligence analysts. Bitcoin-Ethereum (ETH) combination products will likely lead the charge, followed by Litecoin (LTC) and Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR). However, legal and regulatory hurdles are expected to delay ETFs tied to […]
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CoinShares’ latest report showed that the crypto sector experienced $3.2 billion in inflow last week, extending its streak to 10 consecutive weeks of positive flows. This marks the longest streak of inflow this year. The inflow also brings total year-to-date flows to $44.5 billion, which is four times higher than any previous annual record. Trump’s election […]
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Following the approval of the US-based spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in January 2024, the crypto crowd felt it was only a matter of time before other similar products received the green light. Barely six months after the BTC ETF trading debuted, the Ethereum exchange-traded funds were also launched in the United States. While the […]
Microsoft’s evolving interest in crypto investments has sparked speculation about the tech giant’s potential adoption of spot Ethereum (ETH) ETFs once they enable staking features. The discussion follows remarks made by Microsoft CFO Amy Hood during the company’s annual shareholder meeting. While shareholders overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to adopt Bitcoin (BTC) as a treasury asset, […]
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The new funds add to Grayscale's expanding suite of single-asset crypto products.