In a recent conversation with Fundstrat's head of digital asset strategy, Sean Farrell, it was posited that bitcoin could climb to $175,000 within the year. This statement came shortly after the firm's co-founder, Tom Lee, asserted on CNBC that bitcoin is poised to be the top-performing asset of the year.

A new Bitcoin growth wave could be on the horizon, a Russian analyst has claimed. But while this could see BTC prices swell to $120,000, a “correction” could also see Bitcoin dip back to the $80,000 mark. The post Another Wave of Bitcoin Growth ‘Still Likely' – Russian Analyst appeared first on Cryptonews.

Matt Cole, Strive CEO, joins 'Fast Money' to discuss investing in bitcoin bonds and the cryptocurrency outlook in 2025.

The top crypto exchange by trading volume in the United States is launching a new Bitcoin (BTC)-backed loan program for US clients. In a new announcement to the social media platform X, Coinbase says users will be able to borrow USDC against BTC with the new program. “Bitcoin-backed loans are here.

With the XRP token approaching an all-time high, Ripple's 2024 election gambles appear to have paid off—big-time.

Bitcoin broke away from gold and equities in the last quarter of 2024 as it hit new highs fueled by Trump's win, NYDIG data shows.

Senator Cynthia Lummis sent letters to US authorities expressing her concerns over the plans to liquidate the 69,370 Bitcoins (BTC) tied to the Silk Road and the alleged destruction of material regarding the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) activities on digital assets. In the letter addressed to Ronald L.

Coinbase relaunches Bitcoin-backed loans in the U.S., allowing users to borrow up to $100,000 in USDC using BTC as collateral. This innovative service caters to crypto holders seeking liquidity without selling assets. Discover how it works, its benefits, and Coinbase's role in this growing market. The post Coinbase Launches Bitcoin-backed Loan Services for U.S. Users appeared first on Cryptonews.

A publicly traded company on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), Goodfood Market Corp., has announced plans to adopt a bitcoin treasury strategy. The initiative aims to “strengthen its balance sheet and create long term shareholder value.

Ripple-linked asset XRP surged to a fresh seven-year-high price Thursday, coming within two cents of its 2018 peak.

Bitcoin spiking to $100K ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Jan. 20 as traders anticipate pro-crypto announcements from the new administration. CoinDesk's Christine Lee reports the top headlines of the day on "CoinDesk Daily.

Bitcoin's dominance over ether and altcoins is expected to persist through 2025, according to JPMorgan analysts.

XRP has been making waves in the cryptocurrency world, hitting a seven-year high of $3.10, a price point not seen since 2018. This remarkable surge is part of a broader 30% gain over the past two weeks, signaling a strong bullish momentum that has set the digital asset apart from other major cryptocurrencies.

At the moment, Canary Capital appears best-positioned to be the initial issuer of the new vehicle.

The local listing of bitcoin ETFs is being weighed by the Thailand SEC which would make them accessible to both individuals and institutions. Thailand Looking to Adopt Bitcoin ETFs The listing of bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is being contemplated by Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

A Bitcoin futures CME gap below $80,000 could be filled before BTC price treks to new all-time highs in 2025.

XRP has smashed through its previous record, hitting an all-time high of $3.37 on major exchanges Binance, Kraken, and Bitfinex, setting the crypto community ablaze. The explosive rally came through a combination of factors—whale activity, bullish market sentiment, recent wins in Ripple's ongoing fight with the U.S.

Some tokenholders are expressing doubts about the proposal's profitability for the DeFi lending protocol.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has addressed discussions surrounding the potential establishment of U.S.-backed strategic crypto reserves. Speaking at the CfC St. Moritz conference, Garlinghouse shared his perspective on the possibility of cryptocurrencies like XRP, Solana (SOL), and USDC being included in national reserves.

MVRV-Z score indicator retreated below 1.5, suggesting enough room for growth for BTC before hitting a local or cycle peak.

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A widely followed crypto analyst says one under-the-radar altcoin is about to break out while updating his outlook on the top two digital assets by market cap.

According to data provided by Polymarket, the odds of an XRP ETF being approved by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in 2025 have spiked sharply higher.

Bitcoin could reach an astonishing $300,000 by the end of 2025, according to a new market forecast by HashKey Group. The Hong Kong-based digital asset firm has drives excitement with its latest prediction, suggesting that Bitcoin's value will soar due to a significant increase in institutional investment and growing mainstream adoption.

This week, Senator Cynthia Lummis raised concerns about the U.S. Marshals Service's management of seized bitcoin, calling for transparency and questioning the decision to liquidate nearly 70,000 BTC, worth billions. Government Bitcoin Sale Questioned by Wyoming Senator In a letter addressed to U.S.

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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, Eric Jardine of Chainalysis breaks down the firm's latest data on crypto's use in illicit activity.

Texas and Oklahoma introduce bills to establish Bitcoin reserves, aiming to position their states at the forefront of the digital economy

XRP reaches an all-time high of $3.39, surpassing its 2018 peak for the first time in nearly seven years. Ripple's altcoin has gained over 15% today and 40% in January so far.

XRP's open interest has increased by $6 billion since the start of the month as the altcoin soared to new all-time highs.

Mining-as-a-service firm Blockware has proposed that DeFi protocol Aave create a Bitcoin treasury by mining Bitcoin. In a temperature check proposal submitted to the Aave DAO, the firm is offering to partner with the DeFi protocol to mine BTC.

Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) has expressed concerns over the US government's plan to sell 69,370 BTC seized in the Silk Road case. Now, she is questioning federal authorities.

Bloomberg Intelligence senior macro strategist Mike McGlone is warning that Bitcoin (BTC) is facing mounting resistance at one key level. McGlone says that changing macroeconomic conditions and exceptions that the Fed will cut rates less than previously thought in 2025 may prevent Bitcoin from flipping the $100,000 resistance level into support any time soon.

Traders' reactions to price swings may create feedback loops, impacting altcoins much more than Bitcoin, one analyst said.

Bitcoin (BTC) has been trading within a narrow range for the past few weeks, failing to steady above the $100,000 mark since the beginning of the year.

Trump's crypto strategic reserve could benefit XRP and Solana, fostering industry growth and shifting US regulatory approaches.

XRP showed strong performance on Thursday, extending its Wednesday gains after retesting the daily trendline support near $3.08.

Coinbase has introduced a borrowing function for Bitcoin holders on the exchange. The crypto exchange announced it was reintroducing a feature allowing users to borrow against their Bitcoin directly through the exchange.

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Innovating Capital General Partner Anthony Georgiades joins CoinDesk to discuss XRP's recent rally that sent the token's price to a high above $3.00. Plus, he weighs in on the rumors around a crypto reserve under the Trump administration.

Bitcoin struggles to hold $100,000, but this could change once regulations shift and institutional adoption becomes even easier.

Fed hints at multiple 2025 rate cuts as Bitcoin rallies above $99K after CPI data. Altcoins surge with Solana up 8% and XRP gaining 15%.

Donald Trump's upcoming executive orders immediately after his inauguration (day 1) will create a Bitcoin reserve and end ‘debanking'. The promised day-one executive orders will also include the nomination of Paul Atkins for the U.S. SEC Chair and the appointment of David Sacks as AI and crypto czar.

The price of XRP has skyrocketed by ~50% this month alone. With this, the altcoin has successfully reclaimed the $3 mark for the first time in 7 years. Despite the recent appeal by the SEC, the Ripple token has maintained its bullish action, highlighting strong fundamentals for the altcoin in the market.

Discover how Bitcoin's historical February performance and post-halving trends provide insights into what investors can expect in 2025.

As Trump's pro-crypto presidency approaches, Senator Lummis confronts the US Marshal Service over plans to sell 69,370 BTC from Silk Road, questioning the timing and strategic implications.

A leak has revealed the incoming Trump administration could create a wider crypto reserve—prioritizing U.S.