A pivotal moment for the cryptocurrency market, as more than $10 billion in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) options contracts are set to expire, creating an environment ripe for volatility. With Bitcoin options totaling $8.36 billion and Ethereum options accounting for $1.94 billion, traders are bracing for price movements that could ripple across the crypto space.

Bitcoin price has regained upward traction, trading back above $105,000 after a temporary dip below $104,000 earlier today. This 1.2% increase over the past hour reflects renewed optimism in the market.

The crypto prices on Saturday have shown mixed actions as broader macroeconomic events unfolded. Bitcoin (BTC) price showcased a waning movement to reach $102K, whereas Ethereum (ETH) and meme coins witnessed an upward intraday action.

Ripple's Q4 report highlights a 280% XRP surge as ETF filings rise. Will the SEC's next move fuel another rally or stall momentum?

Bitcoin's growth has slowed in recent months, but recent trends in market behavior are drawing comparisons to its previous cycles, particularly the 2015-2018 bull run. As Bitcoin matures, signs point to the possibility of another major price surge.

Data shows the stablecoins USDT and USDC have been seeing capital inflows recently, something that could turn out to be bullish for Bitcoin. Top 2 Stablecoins Have Seen Their Market Caps Grow Recently In a new post on X, the on-chain analytics firm Santiment has discussed about the latest trend in the market caps of the top two stablecoins: USDT and USDC.

Bitcoin has been pushing higher over the past few days, fueled by positive sentiment following the U.S. Federal Reserve's optimistic outlook on economic growth. The price remains above the critical $100K level, consolidating just below all-time highs as traders anticipate the next major move.

Grayscale, a leading crypto asset manager, has introduced the Bitcoin Miners ETF (MNRS), offering investors exposure to Bitcoin (BTC) mining stocks without directly holding crypto. The ETF, passively managed and rules-based, tracks a dynamic index of major Bitcoin mining firms.

Bitcoin saw minor losses on Friday, hovering around $104,630 as concerns over U.S. trade tariffs under Donald Trump weighed on risk appetite. The cryptocurrency experienced wild swings this week, briefly dipping below $100,000 before rebounding to a range between $100,000 and $105,000.

Bitcoin (BTC) defied expectations in January 2025, closing with an impressive 11.5% gain and holding steady above $100,000. Despite concerns about a slow month, BTC proved its resilience, leaving investors wondering whats next in February.

XRP has seen a drastic drop in on-chain transaction volume, falling from 1.1 billion to just 100 million, raising concerns about liquidity and market health. Despite this, XRPs price remains steady at $3.10, maintaining bullish momentum above key moving averages, including the 50 EMA.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently revealed that Bitcoin (BTC) makes up less than 10% of his portfolio, a modest share given his influence in the crypto space. According to Arkham Intelligence, Buterins total crypto holdings are valued at approximately $806.67 million, with Ethereum (ETH) dominating his portfolio.

Microstrategy is doubling down on bitcoin, raising over $563 million through preferred stock. With 423,650 BTC already, Saylor envisions a $13 million price future. Microstrategy's Latest Funding Play Sets Up Its Next Big Bitcoin Move Software intelligence firm Microstrategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) has announced the pricing of 7.3 million shares of its 8.

Market capitalization seems to have been the dominant driver of stock price performance last year, particularly for companies with significant Bitcoin holdings. Companies such as MicroStrategy (MSTR) and Tesla (TSLA) saw their stock prices move in tandem with Bitcoin's price appreciation.

Bitcoin has recently faced a slowdown in its upward trajectory after reaching over $105,000 earlier this week. The cryptocurrency had shown signs of a potential breakout, but key indicators have come into focus as the market evaluates its next move.

A mini death cross has just been formed by Shiba Inu, suggesting that there may be bearish momentum ahead. An important technical event that has the potential to prolong the current downward trend is the crossover between the 26 EMA and the 200 EMA.

Bitcoin has been steadily pushing up over the past few days, fueled by positive sentiment following the U.S. Federal Reserve's optimistic outlook on economic growth. Investors are showing renewed confidence as BTC holds above the $104K mark, consolidating just below its all-time high (ATH) and setting the stage for a potential breakout.

Tether announced that USDT will be integrated into the Bitcoin ecosystem, including both its base layer and the Lightning Network. Bitcoin's ‘Unmatched' Decentralization Stablecoin issuer Tether announced Jan. 30 that USDT will be integrated into the Bitcoin ecosystem, including both its base layer and the Lightning Network.

The cryptocurrency market on January 31, 2025, experienced a slight correction, with the total market capitalization dropping by 1.8% to $3.69 trillion. Despite this pullback, the market remained quite active, with 24-hour trading volume reaching $116.99 billion.

Bitcoin has been hovering around the crucial $100,000 mark, struggling to make a decisive move. Will it finally break out, or is a major crash incoming?

The United States spot Bitcoin (BTC) Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have seen an impressive $588.22 million in net cash inflows on Thursday, marking the highest daily inflow this week. This surge has significantly boosted the total net assets of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, which now sit at approximately $123.43 billion.

The price of Bitcoin dove Friday after President Trump's team confirmed that tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada are imminent.

Crypto asset manager Grayscale has launched its latest exchange-traded fund with a focus on Bitcoin mining companies.

Retail traders have sold 6,000 BTC, while whales hold strong, absorbing selling pressure. Bitcoin's accumulation signals a potential breakout above $105,500.

Cipher Mining Inc. announced a $50 million private investment in public equity (PIPE) from Softbank Group Corp., positioning the technology-focused investor as a key stakeholder in the company. Softbank Becomes Key Investor in Cipher Mining Cipher Mining's (Nasdaq: CIFR) transaction involves Softbank purchasing approximately 10.

Cryptocurrency markets are under pressure on Friday after President Trump's tariff announcement. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $101,924.10 -3.6% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,310.99 +1.5% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $228.96 -4.7% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $3.01 -4.2% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.3245 -3.1% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.0000187 -0.6% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 3.6% and daily active addresses growing by 4.3%.

Tether reported $7.8 billion in Bitcoin (BTC) holdings in the fourth quarter, which boosted its profits to over $13 billion last year. The company's informed price of $93,812 puts its Bitcoin stash at 83,758 BTC.

A leaked Elliott Management letter to investors reveals the hedge fund's managers fear Trump is stoking a unprecedented bitcoin price bubble that's headed for “inevitable collapse"

Bitcoin accounts for nearly 15% of El Salvador's reserves as President Bukele doubles down on his bold crypto strategy, even after inking a deal with the IMF.

Software company MicroStrategy will issue new stock—STRK—to raise funds so it can add to its $48 billion Bitcoin treasury stash.

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Tesla's Q4 2024 earnings report delivered a surprising boost, largely thanks to the company's significant Bitcoin holdings. The electric vehicle manufacturer recorded a $600 million gain from its 11,509 Bitcoin reserves, reflecting a dramatic rise in the digital asset's value.

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Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise, has argued the classic four-year Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) cycle is evolving due to institutional adoption. What Happened: In a thread on X on Friday, Hougan noted that historically Bitcoin has followed a pattern of three bullish years followed by a pullback, driven by driven by investor enthusiasm, leverage buildup and eventual deleveraging.

Bitcoin price moves closer to its all-time high, and the absence of euphoria in derivatives markets is a positive sign.

The first country to use Bitcoin (BTC) as a legal tender has reportedly passed a new law that will scale back its crypto efforts.

Ethereum (ETH) co-founder Vitalik Buterin has weighed in on the ideal portfolio allocation debate, revealing that his Bitcoin (BTC) holdings fall below 10%. His comments come as ETH rises more than 3%, reigniting discussions on optimal cryptocurrency portfolio allocation.

In an interview with CNBC on January 30, Anthony Scaramucci—Founder and Co-Managing Partner at SkyBridge Capital and former White House Communications Director—provided fresh insight into the Trump administration's emerging approach to Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, highlighting potential regulatory shifts and the possibility of a US strategic reserve.

Bitcoin (BTC) retail investors are becoming increasingly bold in the derivatives market, taking on more risk despite market uncertainties. A recent analysis by AMBCrypto on Bitcoin's order-book depth has highlighted the growing trend of retail traders assuming excessive risk.

A closely followed crypto analyst says long-term holders are nearly done selling off Bitcoin, setting BTC up for a series of rallies.

The White House confirmed sizable tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China will go into effect tomorrow.

Following Bitcoin's fourth halving in April 2024, mining companies have tried to diversify their operations.

Austan Goolsbee, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, has stated that the Fed is legally limited about what it can actually put on its balance sheet.

The positive momentum on bitcoin ETFs continued with another day of net inflows worth $588 million, while ether ETFs bounced back with a net inflow of $67.77 million. Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Record Significant Inflows As Market Confidence Strengthens U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded a significant net inflow of $588.

The Ethereum co-founder has admitted he's mostly in on the coin he helped create.

Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan has questioned the persistence of Bitcoin's (BTC) historical four-year cycle, suggesting that recent policy shifts in Washington could extend the current bull market into 2026 and beyond. In a letter to clients, Hougan highlighted that Bitcoin has traditionally followed a cycle of three strong years followed by a pullback.

Genius Group, an AI-powered education company announced on Friday a rights offering with plans for additional loans to expand its Bitcoin holdings to $100 million. Notably, the right offering provides existing shareholders the opportunity to purchase additional ordinary shares at a discounted price of $0.50 per share, as per the announcement.