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Trump's new cryptocurrency executive order, combined with strong institutional adoption through ETFs, may disrupt Bitcoin's traditional four-year market cycle while pushing prices toward $200,000 in 2025.

Bitcoin trades above $105,000 as analyst Kevin Svenson predicts potential rise to $142,000 based on historical halving cycle patterns and current market position.

BlackRock (NYSE:BLK), the world's largest asset management organization, is noted for having a diverse investment portfolio, leveraging trillions of dollars at its disposal to bag shares in companies worldwide. The company has made several successful bets over the years.

With institutional involvement and shifting market dynamics, analysts believe Bitcoin's bull market could outlast past cycles, extending past 2025.

Bitwise's new ETF will focus solely on Bitcoin and Ethereum, with Coinbase as the digital asset custodian and Bank of New York Mellon handling cash custody.

Odin.fun launches as a new Bitcoin meme coin trading platform offering two-second transactions through Internet Computer integration, aiming to address technical limitations that have contributed to declining interest in Runes tokens.

Tether is launching the USDT stablecoin on the Bitcoin and Lightning Networks. Taproot Assets supports the integration.

The crypto market is undergoing a profound transformation, and Bitcoin is more than ever the central element of the digital financial landscape. While previous cycles saw altcoins capitalize on BTC's rise to gain ground, the current dynamics are taking an unprecedented turn.

Max Keiser, a financial journalist who has been a Bitcoin advisor to the El Salvador president Nayib Bukele, has reaffirmed his ultra-bullish BTC price prediction. It happened after the vocal Bitcoin evangelist Michael Saylor got featured on a fresh issue of the Forbes magazine's front cover – Keiser shared an image of this cover in his tweet.

Bitcoin's market is maturing, with signs of a renewed euphoria phase on the horizon.

In a recent memo, Bitwise Chief Investment Officer (CIO) Matt Hougan shared his thoughts on the Bitcoin (BTC) 4-year cycle and its relevance under Donald Trump's administration. Specifically, he examined whether a shift in Washington DC's stance on cryptocurrencies could extend the current bull market into 2026 and beyond.

Bitfinex Securities plans to launch Blockstream Mining Note 2 (BMN2) in El Salvador in Q1 of this year, according to a report.

The idea would be to invest billions of euros in BTC.

The United States spot Bitcoin (BTC) Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) registered a net cash inflow of about $588.22 million on Thursday. Having registered the highest daily total net inflow on Thursday since the beginning of this week, the US spot BTC ETF issuers now have recorded a cumulative total net cash inflow of about $40.

A South African man accused of sending bitcoin to an Islamic State affiliate in Syria, is set to be released on bail after a court ruled he is not a flight risk.

Lawmakers in El Salvador have adjusted the country's Bitcoin policy to align with the conditions of a new deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). El Salvador secured a $1.4 billion loan from the IMF.

Bitcoin's journey through 2024 has captured the attention of crypto investors and market watchers alike, with the cryptocurrency showing impressive growth over the past few months. As Bitcoin continues its bullish momentum, analysts are wondering how high it could go before the market shifts direction.

Bitfinex Securities announced it plans to issue Blockstream Mining Note 2 (BMN2) in El Salvador in the first quarter of this year.

On Jan. 23, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order that could change Bitcoin's typical four-year market cycle, which has seen periods of growth followed by sharp downturns.

Analyst and trader Kevin Svenson is leaning bullish on Bitcoin (BTC) as the flagship crypto asset hovers above the $100,000 price.

Velar launches the BTC Name Grant Program to drive .btc digital identity adoption and unify the Stacks ecosystem.

Is Bitcoin's infamous four-year cycle coming to an end?

Tether, the world's leading stablecoin issuer, has announced the integration of USDT into Bitcoin's ecosystem, including its base layer and the Lightning Network.

DeepSeek's artificial intelligence announcement triggered a sizable sell-off in bitcoin miners this week. One of the hardest hit among them was Core Scientific Inc. In just the last five days, the Core Scientific stock has slumped down around 25%. The stock currently trades at around $12.

Bitcoin (BTC) has once again experienced a highly volatile week, dropping to a weekly low of $97,700 on Monday before quickly recovering and surging above $105K in less than three days. The sudden rebound has reignited optimism among investors, with many now anticipating a continuation of the bullish trend.

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds in the U.S. recorded a significant jump in inflows, while Ether ETFs showed signs of recovery after three days of weak flows. According to data from SoSoValue, the 12 spot Bitcoin ETFs drew in $588.

The cryptocurrency market today has seen a minor correction, with the total market cap dipping by 1.8% to $3.69 trillion. Despite this, trading activity remains solid, with the 24-hour volume standing at $116.99 billion. The Fear & Greed Index cautions “Greed” at 76, reflecting continued investor optimism.

The SEC's “accelerated approval” grants NYSE Arca to list and trade shares of the hybrid Bitwise's fund that holds spot Bitcoin, Ethereum, offering dual crypto exposure. The post US SEC Approves NYSE Arca's Proposal to List Bitwise Joint Bitcoin and Ether ETF appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin is moving with macro conditions. If U.S. labor data signals weakness, the Fed may step in—potentially pushing Bitcoin higher.

Bitcoin is becoming increasingly important in the financial strategies of U.S. states, with Illinois and Indiana leading the way in embracing the digital asset. Both states have recently proposed legislation aimed at incorporating Bitcoin into their financial plans, signaling a shift toward recognizing its potential as a valuable financial asset.

ECB President Christine Lagarde dismissed Bitcoin as a reserve asset due to liquidity and security concerns.

Grayscale, a leading name in the cryptocurrency asset management sphere, has introduced its newest investment product aimed at providing exposure to the Bitcoin mining ecosystem. Known as the Grayscale Bitcoin Miners ETF (MNRS), this exchange-traded fund is specifically designed to offer investors access to companies deeply involved in the Bitcoin mining industry.

BTC takes a breather as Trump's tariff threat bodes well for gold, and the uptick in Tokyo inflation supports BOJ rate hikes.

Illinois is moving toward Bitcoin adoption in state finance with a newly proposed bill aimed at establishing a Bitcoin reserve fund.

At the Plan ₿ Forum in El Salvador, stablecoin firm Tether announced its plans to integrate USDT into the Bitcoin Base Layer as well as the Layer 2 Lightning Network. Market analysts are hopeful that this would significantly expand Bitcoin ecosystem, increase BTC Layer 2 adoption, and expand stablecoin utility.

The crypto market will witness $10.31 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options contracts expire today. This massive expiration could impact short-term price action, especially as both assets have recently declined.

Crypto prices were jittery on Friday, but Bitcoin (BTC) remained resilient near the $104,000 mark. The global cryptocurrency market cap is down around 0.93%, reaching $3.54 trillion. This comes as the market awaits the release of the December US PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditures) inflation data on January 31.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has given initial approval for Bitwise's spot Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF).

Bitcoin (BTC) has been holding steady above the $100,000 mark, leading many investors to wonder whether the cryptocurrency has reached its market peak. However, one well-known crypto analyst, Credible Crypto, remains optimistic, suggesting that Bitcoin is currently in a “very healthy” consolidation phase and is well-positioned for further gains in the future.

Tether is integrating its USDT stablecoin with Bitcoin's Lightning Network, leveraging the Taproot Assets protocol to enhance transaction efficiency.

Stablecoin issuer Tether has announced that its flagship USDT stablecoin, which boasts a market cap of $139 billion, has been launched on Bitcoin's Lightning Network.

Tether's latest move puts USDT directly on Bitcoin's infrastructure, allowing stablecoin transactions to settle faster and more efficiently via the Lightning Network.

Crypto Market Today, January 31: Bitcoin (BTC) and altcoins have again encountered a turbulent action right ahead of vital U.S. economic data release. As the PCE inflation data looms for Friday, traders and investors appear to be uncertain about the market's performance ahead.

42.26 million wallets held less than 0.01 BTC as of today.

Bitcoin (BTC) is showing signs of a major breakout, following a “perfect bullish retest” after the recent market turbulence. As the cryptocurrency market begins to recover, Bitcoin's price has surged, and many are wondering if a 10% upswing is on the horizon for February.

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