Digital asset investment products experienced $55 million in outflows, primarily due to the lack of movement towards approving a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) by the US Securities and Exchange Commission, with Bitcoin alone accounting for $42 million of the outflows.
Large ether (ETH) investors took advantage of lower prices following a market tumble to accumulate $94 million worth of ETH, while large bitcoin investors added $309 million worth of BTC to their wallets.
The US Securities and Exchange Commission is seeing a surge in proposals for crypto ETFs, including spot bitcoin ETFs and ether futures ETFs, which could have significant impacts on the adoption of cryptocurrencies, market moves, and the potential outperformance of various tokens.
Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, transferred 3,000 ETH ($4.9 million) to an unknown address, possibly to diversify and secure his funds, following previous transfers totaling about $6 million in ETH.
Bitcoin prices surged 7% after a federal appeals court ordered the US Securities and Exchange Commission to reconsider its rejection of the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust's bid to convert into an exchange-traded fund (ETF), potentially opening the door for a spot Bitcoin ETF in the US; however, some remain cautious about the optimism surrounding the decision.
The average trade size of Bitcoin on most exchanges increased significantly following a court ruling that the SEC must review its rejection of Grayscale Investments' attempt to convert the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust into an ETF, suggesting increased activity by large traders. Additionally, Bitcoin's price climbed over 7% as market confidence in a bitcoin spot ETF approval grew.
Approval of a Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the United States could have a severe impact on major cryptocurrency exchanges, with ETFs offering advantages such as lower fees and the handling of digital assets and tax efficiency for consumers, according to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas.
The race for the first spot Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the United States has begun, with the Chicago Board Options Exchange filing 19b-4 applications for two Ethereum ETFs, and more filings are expected in the coming days, according to Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart.
Cathie Wood's Ark fund and 21Shares are seeking to establish America's first spot ether ETF, promising a safer way to trade the second-largest cryptocurrency, as the race to launch ETFs backed by bitcoin gains momentum.
A crypto analyst predicts that Ethereum (ETH) could experience a significant crash and drop to the $400-$800 range, potentially causing losses for both bulls and bears in the market.
Institutions have been selling Ethereum in large quantities, with $108 million in sales this year, making it the least loved digital asset among exchange-traded product investors, but the launch of an Ethereum ETF by Cathie Wood's Ark Invest may change this trend.
Analyst Bluntz predicts that Ethereum (ETH) will continue its bearish price action and potentially drop to $1,440 before rallying, while other trader Benjamin Cowen believes the digital asset could experience a massive freefall, potentially reaching lows below $800.
The Arm IPO and tech stocks have surged in value, making them expensive, and investors may want to consider investing in an ETF to capture the potential gains.
The crypto fund management business could see assets of up to $650 billion in five years due to the expected launch of spot-based bitcoin ETFs, according to a research report by broker Bernstein.
Around $4 million worth of ethereum (ETH) tied to the FTX exchange hack has started moving, while $21 million still remains in the original wallet, as the trial of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, who is facing fraud charges, is about to begin.
Three major Ethereum futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been launched by VanEck, ProShares, and Bitwise, causing a spike in the cryptocurrency markets.
The launch of nine new Ethereum futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw underwhelming trading volume of less than $2 million on the first day, with none of the products standing out as a clear winner, indicating that investors may prefer spot ETF products over futures.
The launch of futures-based ETH ETFs attracted little interest from investors, causing the price of Ether to drop to its lowest compared to Bitcoin since July 2022, prompting experts to advise rotating back to Bitcoin.
The demand for Bitcoin as a digital store of value, combined with its potential approval for a US-listed spot ETF, could result in a significant rally and inflows of $20-$30 billion, according to a report by Matrixport.
Ether prices slipped after a wallet reportedly belonging to the Ethereum Foundation sold over 1,700 ETH for $2.7 million, leading to a slide in major tokens as traders reacted to the move.
Inflows to digital asset investment funds reached $78 million, with Bitcoin investment funds receiving the highest proportion at $43 million, while Bitcoin trading volumes increased by 16% in the past week. Additionally, the launch of the Ethereum futures ETF in the US saw under $10 million in investments during the first week, indicating muted investor interest. Deribit, a crypto options exchange, plans to offer options tied to alternative cryptocurrencies XRP, SOL, and MATIC, and FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's defense against US Department of Justice charges may be prohibited from mentioning Anthropic's recent fundraising efforts.
The ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict and a significant ether (ETH) sale by the Ethereum Foundation led to a 2% slide in the crypto markets, with over $100 million in futures positions evaporating, although bitcoin remained relatively stable.
The price of ether (ETH) is predicted to potentially reach $8,000 by the end of 2026 due to increased demand from gaming, tokenization, NFTs, and DeFi, according to a report from Standard Chartered Bank.
Crypto investors have moved over $500 million worth of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets to cryptocurrency exchanges and unknown wallets, according to data from Whale Alert.
Bitcoin jumped 4.5% amid hopes for the approval of a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), potentially clearing the way for the first bitcoin ETF in the US.
Bitcoin (BTC) approached $28,000 before retreating as traders anticipated the launch of a spot bitcoin ETF in the U.S., while other cryptocurrencies such as SOL, TRX, BCH, BSV, and RLB experienced gains.
A bitcoin spot ETF approval in the US could lead to a surge in bitcoin's market capitalization, potentially adding $1 trillion to the wider crypto market value.
If BlackRock's spot bitcoin ETF is approved, Bitcoin could rise to as high as $56,000, according to a report by Matrixport, with $42,000 being a more conservative estimate based on the assumption that 10%-20% of gold ETF investors will invest in a spot bitcoin ETF.
The approval of a Bitcoin spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the US could potentially add $1 trillion to the crypto market value, according to bitcoin and crypto price models.
Bitcoin surpassed $30,000 for the first time since August, driven by optimism that the SEC will approve exchange-traded funds (ETFs) investing directly in the cryptocurrency. Market participants anticipate approval of a spot bitcoin ETF by January 10th, the deadline for a response to ETF applications.
If the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approves a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), a top analyst predicts that Bitcoin could reach levels not seen since November 2021, potentially appreciating by over 100%.
Bitcoin surged past $31,000 per coin with increased optimism in the space driven by the possibility of a spot Bitcoin ETF approval, leading to institutional investors pouring money into the industry and Wall Street's biggest fund manager, BlackRock, applying for its own Bitcoin ETF.
Bitcoin's price surged past $35,000 as the mood in the cryptocurrency market has improved, driven by the potential launch of bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and growing interest from institutional investors like BlackRock.
Bitcoin investment products received 84% of inflows, totaling $55.3 million, as the anticipation of a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) prompted further investments for the fourth consecutive week, according to CoinShares' weekly fund flows report.
Bitcoin is rallying towards $35,000 as the Bitcoin ETF inches closer to reality, with experts predicting the price could reach $75,000 in the coming months, and altcoins expected to underperform bitcoin and ether.
Bitcoin's price surpasses $31,000, driven by excitement over a potential spot Bitcoin ETF launch and increased institutional investor activity.
Bitcoin's value reaches its highest point since May last year, surpassing $34,000 and resulting in over $310 million in liquidated short positions, while Ethereum also experiences a significant increase and the overall market capitalization of digital assets surpasses $1.3 trillion, sparking optimism about the potential launch of a spot Bitcoin ETF.
The potential launch of a spot Bitcoin ETF in the US is driving up the price of cryptocurrencies as investors anticipate a flood of institutional investments worth trillions of dollars, according to Paul Brody, global blockchain leader at Ernst & Young (EY).
Spot bitcoin ETFs could attract $14.4 billion in the first year of issuance, with potential inflows of $27 billion and $39 billion in the second and third years respectively, according to Galaxy Digital, as these ETFs offer a better investment vehicle compared to existing products and could tap into the $48.3 trillion assets managed by broker-dealers, banks, and RIAs in the US.
Bitcoin surpassed the $30,000 mark amid speculation of a forthcoming US bitcoin spot ETF approval, potentially leading to a surge in investor interest and a significant price spike in the crypto market.
The total assets under management for digital products traded on exchanges and over the counter increased by 6.74% to $31.7 billion in October, driven by expectations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approving bitcoin ETFs.
Bitwise CEO, Matt Hougan, predicts that a spot Bitcoin ETF could attract $50 billion in the first five years, with approximately $5 billion flowing into the product in its first year.
Bitcoin's recent bull run driven by the Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) has resulted in a surge in transactions over $100,000, indicating increasing institutional interest, and experts predict further price growth following the approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF by the SEC.
