Category: Bitcoin News

Bitcoin Pares Losses Following Thursday’s Slump

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Bitcoin pared some of its losses, returning to $70,000 during the European morning after falling as low as $68,800. Still, BTC remained about 3% lower in the last 24 hours. Altcoins suffered greater losses, with the CoinDesk 20 Index’s measurement of the broader crypto market down over 3.5%. Explanations for the slide range from profit-taking following the rally earlier in the week to a dip in Donald Trump’s election victory odds on Polymarket. Traders have also been looking at tech earnings, tensions between Iran and Israel and a sharp rise…

ETFs not the only factor behind Bitcoin’s run

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Ryan Lee, the chief analyst at Bitget Research, observed that while Bitcoin exchange-traded funds play a major role in driving demand, multiple factors are contributing to Bitcoin’s momentum. Since January 2024, when spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs began trading in the U.S., the market has witnessed massive inflows. These investment products have accumulated over $24 billion in net flows—with $5.4 billion in net inflows in October alone. However, Lee told crypto.news that ETFs are not solely responsible for Bitcoin’s bullish trend, as the asset retested the $73,000 mark amid an impressive…

BlackRock’s IBIT registers $318.8m inflows despite Bitcoin falling below $69K

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On Oct. 31, BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, recorded a notable $318.8 million in net inflows despite a 4% dip in Bitcoin’s price, which dropped to around $68,800. According to data from Farside Investors, the latest capital influx followed IBIT’s record-breaking performance just a day earlier on Oct. 30, when the fund attracted $872 million, eclipsing its previous peak of $849 million set in March. The fund’s weekly inflows have now surpassed $2.1 billion. Despite the significant net inflows into BlackRock’s IBIT, the 12 spot Bitcoin ETFs collectively recorded only…

XRP Price Stands Firm Amid Bitcoin’s Dip: A Sign of Strength?

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Aayush Jindal, a luminary in the world of financial markets, whose expertise spans over 15 illustrious years in the realms of Forex and cryptocurrency trading. Renowned for his unparalleled proficiency in providing technical analysis, Aayush is a trusted advisor and senior market expert to investors worldwide, guiding them through the intricate landscapes of modern finance with his keen insights and astute chart analysis. From a young age, Aayush exhibited a natural aptitude for deciphering complex systems and unraveling patterns. Fueled by an insatiable curiosity for understanding market dynamics, he embarked…

Peter Schiff’s Grim Forecast: Microstrategy’s Bitcoin Gamble Nears Dangerous Limits

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Peter Schiff warns that Microstrategy’s $42 billion plan to boost bitcoin holdings, funded by debt and equity, risks a dangerous liquidity trap. He called Michael Saylor “the Egg Man.” Liquidity Trap Looms? Schiff’s Ominous Message for Microstrategy’s Bold Plan Economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff has called out Microstrategy executive chairman Michael Saylor’s latest bitcoin […] Original

JPMorgan Predicts Bitcoin, Gold Boost With Trump Triumph on Horizon

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JPMorgan analysts suggest bitcoin and gold could see retail demand surge with a potential Trump win, though institutional investors remain cautious amid overbought futures. Bitcoin, Gold Prices Poised for Upside? JPMorgan Weighs Trump-Driven Potential JPMorgan analysts, led by managing director Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou, indicated in a Wednesday report that a possible Donald Trump win in the […] Original

Microstrategy Unveils $42 Billion Plan to Power Large-Scale Bitcoin Purchases

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Microstrategy announced a $42 billion plan to accelerate bitcoin purchases, aiming to strengthen its reserves and position itself as a leader in digital asset investment. Aiming High: Microstrategy’s $42 Billion Vision for Unmatched Bitcoin Reserves Software intelligence firm Microstrategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) announced its Q3 2024 results on Wednesday, detailing a $42 billion capital-raising initiative […] Original

Build on Bitcoin Protocol Joins Superchain as First Hybrid L2

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BOB, short for “Build on Bitcoin,” is now part of the Superchain ecosystem, a network expanding with Optimism’s OP Stack. As a hybrid layer-two (L2) solution, BOB taps into the strengths of both Bitcoin and Ethereum, merging Bitcoin’s security with Ethereum’s adaptable framework. This blend overcomes Bitcoin’s limitations in smart contracts and interoperability, creating a […] Original