Chainlink’s native token LINK jumped sharply on Wednesday, delivering strong intraday gains that outpaced XRP. Traders pointed to renewed demand for oracle services and DeFi integrations as possible drivers.
Grayscale has received approval to proceed with the first spot Chainlink (LINK) ETF, marking the asset manager’s third fund launch in just two weeks. The move highlights growing institutional appetite for oracle-token exposure.
Grayscale's first spot Chainlink ETF is set to launch next week as LINK trades above $13. Market sentiment is positive, with investors eyeing potential institutional demand and improved liquidity.
On Nov. 25, 2025, Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov said DeFi is already about 30% of the way to mass adoption and could reach global scale within four years, with regulatory clarity a decisive factor.
NYSE cleared Grayscale's Dogecoin (DOGE) and XRP ETFs to begin trading Monday, a milestone for altcoin investment access. A Chainlink ETF is expected to launch the following week.
Grayscale said Chainlink will underpin the next wave of blockchain adoption, positioning LINK as core infrastructure for asset tokenization. The firm argues secure oracle services are essential for bringing real-world assets on-chain.
Chainlink’s LINK rose 4.17% on Tuesday to just under $14, slicing through several resistance levels as a broader crypto rebound lifted infrastructure tokens. The move coincides with renewed institutional interest in oracle services that feed DeFi and smart contracts.
On-chain whale outflows, rising taker-buy activity, and trader positioning have strengthened Chainlink's near-term recovery outlook with $19 cited as a plausible target. Reduced exchange supply and aggressive market buys are tightening liquidity, though downside risks persist.
LINK slid below the $14.50 support on Thursday after failing to hold above $15, with heavy volume signaling intensified selling pressure across crypto. On-chain data showed reserve accumulation, but it hasn't halted the downturn.