A pivotal moment for the cryptocurrency market, as more than $10 billion in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) options contracts are set to expire, creating an environment ripe for volatility. With Bitcoin options totaling $8.36 billion and Ethereum options accounting for $1.94 billion, traders are bracing for price movements that could ripple across the crypto space.

Bitcoin price has regained upward traction, trading back above $105,000 after a temporary dip below $104,000 earlier today. This 1.2% increase over the past hour reflects renewed optimism in the market.

The crypto prices on Saturday have shown mixed actions as broader macroeconomic events unfolded. Bitcoin (BTC) price showcased a waning movement to reach $102K, whereas Ethereum (ETH) and meme coins witnessed an upward intraday action.

As we enter February, XRP has been facing some consolidation, with the price staying relatively stable in the last few days. This price action is happening just below its recent swing high of $3.40, which was reached on January 16th.

Ripple's Q4 report highlights a 280% XRP surge as ETF filings rise. Will the SEC's next move fuel another rally or stall momentum?

As January ends, the excitement around XRP and its potential ETF is building. Grayscale has officially filed for an XRP spot ETF on the NYSE, and this has investors buzzing. Grayscale has been a key player in pushing forward Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs, which makes their move toward XRP important.

Bitcoin's growth has slowed in recent months, but recent trends in market behavior are drawing comparisons to its previous cycles, particularly the 2015-2018 bull run. As Bitcoin matures, signs point to the possibility of another major price surge.

Data shows the stablecoins USDT and USDC have been seeing capital inflows recently, something that could turn out to be bullish for Bitcoin. Top 2 Stablecoins Have Seen Their Market Caps Grow Recently In a new post on X, the on-chain analytics firm Santiment has discussed about the latest trend in the market caps of the top two stablecoins: USDT and USDC.

Bitcoin has been pushing higher over the past few days, fueled by positive sentiment following the U.S. Federal Reserve's optimistic outlook on economic growth. The price remains above the critical $100K level, consolidating just below all-time highs as traders anticipate the next major move.

Ripple Labs and its native cryptocurrency, XRP, have long been at the forefront of blockchain technology, particularly in the area of cross-border payments. However, recent statements by Anthony Georgiades, founder of Innovating Capital, have raised concerns about the decentralized nature of XRP's network.

Grayscale, a leading crypto asset manager, has introduced the Bitcoin Miners ETF (MNRS), offering investors exposure to Bitcoin (BTC) mining stocks without directly holding crypto. The ETF, passively managed and rules-based, tracks a dynamic index of major Bitcoin mining firms.

Bitcoin saw minor losses on Friday, hovering around $104,630 as concerns over U.S. trade tariffs under Donald Trump weighed on risk appetite. The cryptocurrency experienced wild swings this week, briefly dipping below $100,000 before rebounding to a range between $100,000 and $105,000.

Bitcoin (BTC) defied expectations in January 2025, closing with an impressive 11.5% gain and holding steady above $100,000. Despite concerns about a slow month, BTC proved its resilience, leaving investors wondering whats next in February.

Here's why crypto community believes BTC meets ECB's reserve asset criteria.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently revealed that Bitcoin (BTC) makes up less than 10% of his portfolio, a modest share given his influence in the crypto space. According to Arkham Intelligence, Buterins total crypto holdings are valued at approximately $806.67 million, with Ethereum (ETH) dominating his portfolio.

Microstrategy is doubling down on bitcoin, raising over $563 million through preferred stock. With 423,650 BTC already, Saylor envisions a $13 million price future. Microstrategy's Latest Funding Play Sets Up Its Next Big Bitcoin Move Software intelligence firm Microstrategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) has announced the pricing of 7.3 million shares of its 8.

Market capitalization seems to have been the dominant driver of stock price performance last year, particularly for companies with significant Bitcoin holdings. Companies such as MicroStrategy (MSTR) and Tesla (TSLA) saw their stock prices move in tandem with Bitcoin's price appreciation.

A subsidiary of the New York Stock Exchange wants to convert Grayscale's XRP Trust into a spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). The ETF and securities exchange NYSE Arca filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to propose the rule change.

XRP, the native cryptocurrency of Ripple Labs, has recently displayed mixed market sentiment, showing signs of potential bullish movement despite facing some challenges. As of January 31, 2025, the digital asset is trading near $3.13, reflecting a modest 0.80% price increase in the past 24 hours.

Bitcoin has recently faced a slowdown in its upward trajectory after reaching over $105,000 earlier this week. The cryptocurrency had shown signs of a potential breakout, but key indicators have come into focus as the market evaluates its next move.

NYSE Arca has proposed listing the Grayscale XRP Trust, aiming to provide regulated exposure to XRP. If approved, shares would trade like a spot XRP exchange-traded product. NYSE Arca Proposes Listing Grayscale XRP ETF NYSE Arca filed a proposal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Jan.

The ongoing legal battle between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ignited significant speculation in recent weeks. Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, has reportedly engaged in discussions with former President Donald Trump about the potential of XRP becoming the U.S. national digital asset reserve.

Purpose Investments, known for pioneering Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in Canada, has filed to launch the first XRP ETF. The move could provide institutional investors with regulated access to XRP, aligning with increasing interest in crypto-based investment products amid regulatory shifts in the U.S. The post Purpose Investments to Launch Canada's First XRP ETF appeared first on Cryptonews.

A mini death cross has just been formed by Shiba Inu, suggesting that there may be bearish momentum ahead. An important technical event that has the potential to prolong the current downward trend is the crossover between the 26 EMA and the 200 EMA.

Bitcoin has been steadily pushing up over the past few days, fueled by positive sentiment following the U.S. Federal Reserve's optimistic outlook on economic growth. Investors are showing renewed confidence as BTC holds above the $104K mark, consolidating just below its all-time high (ATH) and setting the stage for a potential breakout.

In its latest markets report that was released today, Ripple claimed that its XRP exploded with a 280% growth in the Q4 of 2024. And of course the surge was triggered by the perfect storm of Trump's election win, a calm Federal Reserve, and institutional investors piling into crypto assets like there was no tomorrow.

Tether announced that USDT will be integrated into the Bitcoin ecosystem, including both its base layer and the Lightning Network. Bitcoin's ‘Unmatched' Decentralization Stablecoin issuer Tether announced Jan. 30 that USDT will be integrated into the Bitcoin ecosystem, including both its base layer and the Lightning Network.

The cryptocurrency market on January 31, 2025, experienced a slight correction, with the total market capitalization dropping by 1.8% to $3.69 trillion. Despite this pullback, the market remained quite active, with 24-hour trading volume reaching $116.99 billion.

Bitcoin has been hovering around the crucial $100,000 mark, struggling to make a decisive move. Will it finally break out, or is a major crash incoming?

The United States spot Bitcoin (BTC) Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have seen an impressive $588.22 million in net cash inflows on Thursday, marking the highest daily inflow this week. This surge has significantly boosted the total net assets of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, which now sit at approximately $123.43 billion.

The price of Bitcoin dove Friday after President Trump's team confirmed that tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada are imminent.

Crypto asset manager Grayscale has launched its latest exchange-traded fund with a focus on Bitcoin mining companies.

Retail traders have sold 6,000 BTC, while whales hold strong, absorbing selling pressure. Bitcoin's accumulation signals a potential breakout above $105,500.

Grayscale wants to turn its XRP Trust into an ETF, and people think big companies like BlackRock might do the same. BlackRock has already made Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, so many believe it could soon make one for XRP.

The Shiba Inu burn rate has experienced a dramatic surge, exploding by an astonishing 7,240% in just one day. This massive surge has led to the removal of over 1.1 billion tokens from circulation, effectively reducing the token's significant supply.

Cipher Mining Inc. announced a $50 million private investment in public equity (PIPE) from Softbank Group Corp., positioning the technology-focused investor as a key stakeholder in the company. Softbank Becomes Key Investor in Cipher Mining Cipher Mining's (Nasdaq: CIFR) transaction involves Softbank purchasing approximately 10.

Cryptocurrency markets are under pressure on Friday after President Trump's tariff announcement. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $101,924.10 -3.6% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,310.99 +1.5% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $228.96 -4.7% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $3.01 -4.2% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.3245 -3.1% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.0000187 -0.6% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 3.6% and daily active addresses growing by 4.3%.

Tether reported $7.8 billion in Bitcoin (BTC) holdings in the fourth quarter, which boosted its profits to over $13 billion last year. The company's informed price of $93,812 puts its Bitcoin stash at 83,758 BTC.

XRP's market dynamics could see a change as institutional developments and unprecedented retail accumulation converge, with small wallets increasing by 11.6% in two months.

San Francisco-based enterprise blockchain company Ripple has released its latest quarterly report, in which it highlighted XRP's massive price rally that took place recently.

A leaked Elliott Management letter to investors reveals the hedge fund's managers fear Trump is stoking a unprecedented bitcoin price bubble that's headed for “inevitable collapse"

Bitcoin accounts for nearly 15% of El Salvador's reserves as President Bukele doubles down on his bold crypto strategy, even after inking a deal with the IMF.

Software company MicroStrategy will issue new stock—STRK—to raise funds so it can add to its $48 billion Bitcoin treasury stash.

Purpose Investments, a Canadian asset manager, has officially filed a preliminary prospectus today to launch the world's first spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) on the Toronto Stock Exchange. This is a race against the US, where multiple companies have already filed but are yet to get approved.

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