Bitwise chief investment officer Matthew Hougan believes that companies adding Bitcoin (BTC) to their balance sheets are no longer an anomaly but a burgeoning megatrend that could transform the crypto market this year. In a recent memo to clients, Hougan highlighted that MicroStrategy has been making the headlines with its aggressive BTC accumulation strategy.

Italy's largest banking group, Intesa Sanpaolo, has made a groundbreaking move by acquiring 11 Bitcoin (BTC), worth approximately €1 million. This marks the first time a major Italian bank has gained direct exposure to cryptocurrency, solidifying the nation's evolving stance on digital assets.

The selloff in stocks and cryptocurrencies could mean Donald Trump's inauguration will less likely be a sell the news event, K33 Research said.

SEC Chair Gary Gensler said the agency has "never said" that bitcoin and Ethereum are securities during a Yahoo Finance interview.

Bitcoin swiftly recovered from its Monday low of $89,000 after some investment banks scaled back expectations for Fed rate cuts. Has BTC's price weakness run its course, or is there more to come?

Crypto analyst MadWhale has revealed where the Bitcoin price could be headed next, having correctly predicted the BTC crash to $89,000. The analyst also explained why the flagship crypto's current outlook is bullish, which could lead to further gains.

Famed investor and Bitcoin advocate Anthony Pompliano has offered three pieces of advice to President-elect Donald Trump to help him become the “first Bitcoin president.

Bitcoin mining reached significant milestones in 2024, according to the latest industry update from H.C. Wainwright analysts Mike Colonnese and Dylan Scales.

Expected Solana and XRP ETFs could attract sizable investment, JP Morgan analysts said, but it's unlikely they'll match the Bitcoin boom.

Bitcoin Magazine aims to aim to equip a minimum of one million Japanese with the knowledge and tools to be a part of the bitcoin revolution.

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A widely followed cryptocurrency trader is warning that several large-cap memecoins are printing bearish price patterns. The trader pseudonymously known as Altcoin Sherpa tells his 239,100 followers on the social media platform X that memecoins like Pepe (PEPE), Bonk (BONK) and dogwifhat (WIF) are printing lower highs and lower lows on their price charts.

Crypto analyst Kevin (@Kev_Capital_TA) has outlined a bullish case for the Dogecoin price while identifying a final price target of $1.30, but under specific market conditions. In his technical analysis shared on X (formerly Twitter), Kevin emphasized the importance of a critical support level and a bullish pattern currently shaping Dogecoin's price trajectory.

Cryptocurrency markets are seeing gains across the board despite ongoing ETF outflows, indicating underlying strength in the market. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $96,344.48 +4.7% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,201.80 +6.2% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $186.30 +5.2% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.65 +7.9% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.3527 +8.6% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00002138 +5.5% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 34.7% and daily active addresses up by 4.5%.

Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan has outlined some of the factors that are behind the current rush of corporations into Bitcoin. According to Hougan, MicroStrategy is not alone in treating Bitcoin as a reserve asset; this trend is set to expand rapidly.

CNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, Matthew Hougan of Bitwise Asset Management breaks down new data which shows growing appetite for crypto assets from financial advisors.

In the twilight of his tenure, SEC Chair Gensler maintained that Bitcoin is unique from other coins that he thinks are less likely to “persist.”

Aktuell gibt es im Kryptomarkt einige massive Schwankungen, und für Anleger stellt sich die Frage: Wie kann es jetzt mit dem Bitcoin weitergehen? Experten scheinen hier gespaltener Meinung zu sein.

BTCfi is on track to compete with other ecosystems.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could potentially fall to the low $80,000s if it breaks decisively below $90,000, according to Standard Chartered‘s Geoffrey Kendrick, who views such a dip as an “excellent medium-term buying opportunity.” This analysis comes amid concerns over macro risks and high expectations regarding the incoming Trump administration, leading to potential volatility in the digital asset market.

Despite experiencing sharp fluctuations in December, Bitcoin volatility remains fairly tame by historical standards.

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The adoption of crypto assets has grown quickly, drawing interest from both institutional and retail investors. Internet and Mobile Phone Adoption Outpaced by Bitcoin A recent market insights publication by Blackrock revealed that the adoption of crypto assets, especially bitcoin has outpaced the growth of the internet and mobile phones.

Explore the potential for Bitcoin to repeat the 2017 bull cycle. We analyze price action, investor behavior, and future predictions for Bitcoin's market trajectory.

Gary Gensler has described crypto as the Wild West and one observer said markets are likely to see just that under new leadership in D.C.

Max Keiser stated that one of President Bukele's New Year's resolutions was to turn El Salvador into a Bitcoin nation with a node in every homestead. He added that the initiative sought to accelerate Bitcoin's adoption and develop a decentralized nation-state model in the country.

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) has gained 16% over the past week, fueled by growing confidence in Ripple's legal battle and the anticipated launch of XRP ETFs. Cryptocurrency Price Market Cap 24-Hour Trend 7-Day Trend XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.67 $153.7 billion +9.8% +16.2% Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $96,573.27 $1.9 trillion +5.4% -0.5% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,217.65 $387.6 billion +7.4% -6.2% Trader Notes: Crypto chart analyst Ali Martinez sees XRP as one of the most bullish setups after a successful retest of the breakout zone.

A deeper pattern is unfolding. If it repeats, DOGE could be on the verge of a breakout.

Heightened bearish conditions within the market have hindered Bitcoin‘s upward momentum, causing the digital asset to drop below the $90,000 price level. Despite the persistent volatility in the past few days, retail activity has shown a remarkable performance, reflecting growing optimism among these investors.

“Bitcoin is a highly speculative, volatile asset. But with 7 billion people around the globe, 7 billion people want to trade it just like we do have gold for 10,000 years,” said Gensler.

Semler Scientific, a healthcare technology company listed on the Nasdaq, has significantly increased its Bitcoin holdings with a recent $23 million investment. The purchase, which occurred between December 16, 2024, and January 10, 2025, saw the company acquire 237 additional Bitcoin, bringing its total Bitcoin stash to 2,321 BTC.

Increasing political support for cryptocurrencies and advancements within blockchains and artificial intelligence is bound to make 2025 a memorable year for the crypto industry.

Increasing political support for cryptocurrencies and advancements within blockchains and artificial intelligence are bound to make 2025 a memorable year for the crypto industry.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has doubled down on his longstanding critique of Bitcoin, once again dismissing it as a cryptocurrency with “no intrinsic value.”

Bitcoin futures markets may still be overheated, and a hotter-than-expected CPI could trigger further drawdowns, Steno said.

The crypto market's squeeze continues, with assets recording double-digit exits. Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum's (ETH) outflows have shaped other assets, heightening sell pressures in the second week.

Intesa Sanpaolo SpA has made its first spot Bitcoin purchase, buying roughly 1 million euros ($1 million) worth of the original cryptocurrency, as Italy's largest banking group pushes deeper into the asset class. Bloomberg's Anna Irrera has the story.

Meme coins have faced intense volatility in the last two weeks. Data from CoinMarketCap shows that the total meme coin market capitalization has fallen below $100 billion, with most of these coins registering double-digit percentage losses in just one week.

TL;DR Bitcoin reached an all-time high in December after Trump's victory but has since dropped due to macroeconomic factors. K33 Research reassesses its initial “sell on inauguration” stance due to a lack of market momentum. Trump's economic policies could have a long-term impact on Bitcoin, but analysts recommend caution. Since Donald Trump won the U.S.

Genius Group intends to invest 100% of the proceeds from the $33 million rights issue into the acquisition of more bitcoin.

Dogecoin, XRP, and Bitcoin have not only rebounded from Monday's plunge but are actually flying higher on Tuesday.

SEC Chair Gary Gensler compares Bitcoin to gold, calling it speculative, as he discusses crypto regulation and ETFs before stepping down. The post SEC Chair Gary Gensler says Bitcoin is speculative but likens it to gold appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Gary Gensler, the SEC chair everyone loves to hate—or hate to love—is on his way out, leaving behind a trail of lawsuits, crypto crackdowns, and some very opinionated quotes. In his final interview before stepping down, Gary dropped a surprising line: Bitcoin is different.

Pro-Bitcoin analyst Thomas Lee believes Bitcoin could double in 2025 despite recent market volatility and the drop below $100,000.

Genius Group Limited, a Bitcoin-focused education company, has announced a $33 million rights offering to expand its Bitcoin Treasury. The offering will allow existing shareholders to purchase additional shares at $0.

Genius Group Limited (NYSE American: GNS), an AI-powered Bitcoin-focused education group, has announced the approval of a $33 million rights offering. The company plans to allocate the full proceeds of the offering to its Bitcoin Treasury as part of its “Bitcoin-first” strategy.

Standard Chartered warned that the crypto market is at risk of a downturn if bitcoin falls below $90,000.

MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) is exploring perpetual preferred stock as a new financing instrument to fuel its ongoing Bitcoin acquisition strategy, according to insights shared by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor. What Happened: At a recent investor meeting hosted by The Benchmark Company, Saylor explained that MicroStrategy is looking to raise $2 billion through one or more perpetual preferred stock offerings in the first quarter of 2025, subject to market conditions.