Vanguard's new crypto price-tracking ETFs drew heavy demand on day one, lifting XRP and Solana sharply. Traders cited increased access and fresh liquidity as the main catalysts.
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink conceded his earlier characterization of Bitcoin as an 'asset of fear' was mistaken, as the firm's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) posted a new record. The admission and the IBIT milestone highlight growing institutional acceptance of BTC.
A U.S. banking policy shift that injected fresh liquidity into the system sparked renewed momentum for Bitcoin and other major digital assets. Traders reacted to easier funding conditions and a softer short-term rate tone from the Fed.
In a Bloomberg interview, SEC Chair Gary Gensler said Bitcoin is distinct from most other tokens and called the rest “highly speculative.” His remarks reinforce regulatory caution that could shape listings, custody and institutional interest.
MicroStrategy CEO Phong Le said the company could liquidate its 649,870 BTC holdings under 'severe crisis' conditions, a first-time admission that alters its long-standing buy-and-hold posture. The warning introduces a new downside risk for Bitcoin and corporate treasury strategies.
China’s central bank reiterated a hardline stance Saturday, warning of renewed speculative activity and pledging to intensify crackdowns on illegal stablecoin practices.
Coinbase submitted formal recommendations to the CFTC urging updates to crypto market regulations in response to the agency’s public call on the President’s Working Group report. The exchange says clearer rules would boost investor protections and support market growth.
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.
Franklin has launched the first regulated altcoin ETF under the SEC’s updated rules, giving investors a vetted way to access non-Bitcoin tokens. The product could redirect institutional flows and test whether altcoins can meaningfully challenge Bitcoin’s market share.
Solana (SOL) climbed roughly 14% to $140 after bouncing from a monthly low, supported by renewed on-chain activity even as derivatives demand softens. Falling network fees add pressure on fee-based revenue despite the price uptick.