Wrapped Bitcoin was launched in 2019 to give Bitcoin investors an option to use the asset in decentralized finance applications.

XRP, the cryptocurrency often at the center of controversy, has been turning heads recently with a remarkable price surge. The digital asset, which was once plagued by legal battles, has ignite renewed interest from both investors and skeptics alike.

In today's edition of the weekly recap: President-elect Donald Trump names two, new nominees that bode well for crypto, while a GOP Senator proposes ditching gold for Bitcoin.

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of the most relevant crypto and economic news from Latin America over the past week. In this issue, Max Keiser floats an idea to allow El Salvador to acquire more bitcoin, Argentine President Javier Milei meets President-Elect Trump, and the popularity of World explodes in Argentina.

Bitcoin sellers take the upper hand as BTC struggles to rally to $100,000. What will altcoins do?

Bitcoin price is currently among the trendiest topics with Elon Musk's recent post and with the aspiration for 2025 amid Trump's new administration. Here is what to expect!

Ripple's XRP has traded below the $1 level for nearly three years, affected primarily by the cases filed by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Even during the mini bull run immediately after Donald Trump's election, XRP had a sluggish price action, struggling to maintain its $0.57 price.

A leading analyst has suggested that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could potentially skyrocket to $180,000 and eventually reach a seven-figure valuation. What Happened: The prominent analyst, known by the pseudonym Pentoshi, projected a bullish future for Bitcoin.

An analyst known for nailing the end of the 2022 Bitcoin bull market is outlining triggers that could signal the top for BTC.

Michael Saylor, co-founder of MicroStrategy, has hinted at the possibility of additional Bitcoin purchases.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), the world's largest cryptocurrency by market cap, could potentially hit a staggering $125,000 by the end of this year. What Happened: According to predictions by betting platform Kalshi, an 85% probability of Bitcoin reaching $100,000 by the close of 2024.

Interactive Strength, a Texas-based company known for its innovative fitness equipment, made waves in both the fitness and cryptocurrency worlds with its recent decision to allocate $5 million to Bitcoin as part of its treasury strategy. The move, confirmed on November, resulted in an impressive 11% surge in the company's shares, reflecting market optimism over this bold step.

Corporate buyers and headlines aside, state-based bitcoin acquisitions could play a critical role in the bitcoin market going forward.

This bull season, Bitcoin has seen one of the biggest price pumps in its history as it traded to almost $100,000. Looking ahead, analysts believe that Bitcoin could see substantial growth in 2025, driven by a mix of macroeconomic conditions, institutional participation and seasonal market behavior.

Long and short liquidations comprised roughly $380 million and $120 million respectively.

Senator Ted Cruz wants Texas to be a hub spot for Bitcoin and crypto, using the state's resources and focus on freedom. He supports crypto-friendly laws and sees Bitcoin as a tool for freedom.

Financial services firm Cantor Fitzgerald, which serves as Tether's banking partner, is looking to work with the stablecoin issuer on a program that will allow clients to borrow dollars against Bitcoin as collateral, Bloomberg reported on Sunday.

Ripple's XRP edges closer to $2 following a landmark win against the SEC, signaling a new era for cryptocurrency regulation.

A well-known crypto analyst who accurately predicted the market collapse of 2022 is now cautioning that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) may be nearing a local top. What Happened: Pseudonymous analyst Capo believes that certain indicators suggest Bitcoin could face a pullback in the near future.

According to data provided by cryptocurrency analytics CoinGlass, $495 million worth of crypto has been liquidated over the past 24 hours.

Recent gains in Bitcoin are owed in part to changes in the political environment, particularly in the US. Incoming US President Donald Trump is backing cryptocurrencies, sparking renewed market optimism among investors.

Ripple's native token XRP has gained massive attention from crypto enthusiasts due to its impressive upside rally over the past few days. On November 24, 2024, a whale transaction tracker, Whale Alert, posted on X (formerly Twitter), signaling every investor and trader that this rally might be nearing its end.

XRP has lost the most value from the larger-cap alts.

The recent bitcoin price hike that has driven exchange rates close to $100,000 per token has also fueled the demand for and prices of Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) shares in the Brazilian stock exchange. Hashdex, the first crypto ETF launched on B3, reached all-time highs, with a net asset value nearing $689 million.

Bitcoin is trading near its short-term target of $100,000 and is seeking its next direction.

On Friday, Michael Bressler and Benoit Bosc, co-founders of x2B, appeared on CNBC's “Closing Bell Overtime” to discuss Bitcoin's historic rally and the launch of their new crypto advisory firm. Bressler attributed Bitcoin's surge past $99,000 to a confluence of events, including regulatory shifts, the election outcome, and the growing adoption of Bitcoin ETFs.

All eyes are on Bitcoin, especially as many traders continue to anticipate a break above the $100,000 mark. This anticipation has cascaded into a spike in activity, especially among Bitcoin whales.

NFT sales totaled $158 million in the past seven days. That is down 12.7% from the previous week of sales that reached $181 million.

The ongoing rise in Bitcoin's price and newly imposed mining regulations in Russia could lead to a surge in illegal mining activities. As authorities prepare to enforce a seasonal ban on mining in several key regions, analysts warn that this may push miners underground, with serious implications for both the economy and energy supply.

XRP's recent surge has been impressive, with the Ripple-promoted crypto finally breaking above $1, a crucial technical and psychological assistance level. XRP, which has been a primary target during U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler's leadership, spiked as the crypto foe prepares to resign in January.

Arthur Hayes, the former CEO of Bitmex, has shared his thoughts on the future of cryptocurrencies and issued some bold predictions about Bitcoin (BTC) and Dogecoin (DOGE) in a recent podcast. Thus, the entrepreneur thinks Bitcoin could reach $100,000 by the end of 2024, and maybe even $250,000 by the end of 2025.

Under the spotlight of the Golden Cross, XRP is spinning. Bitcoin, beware: the tide seems to be turning!

Bitcoin (BTC) traded quietly on Sunday, following a brief pause over the weekend after an explosive week that saw its price soar to a new all-time high of $99,655 on Friday.

US Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming is doubling down on her efforts to legitimize Bitcoin and possibly add this digital asset to the country's reserves.

Bitcoin's price correction across multiple timeframes reveals short-term bearish pressure while maintaining a bullish outlook in the long term. Bitcoin Bitcoin's (BTC) recent price action highlights a bearish correction across short-term timeframes, while the broader trend remains bullish, with key levels dictating potential opportunities for traders.

There's an oft-repeated mantra among crypto traders: Do the opposite of whatever markers commentator Jim Cramer says.

With Bitcoin (BTC) seemingly struggling to breach the $100,000 resistance, technical indicators point to a possible incoming correction.

Jed McCaleb, the co-founder of Ripple Labs and the creator of Stellar, recently shared his insights on why he believes XLM is one of the most underrated cryptocurrencies. McCaleb highlighted that Stellar already processes more daily transactions than most other blockchains, handling 10 times the volume of Ethereum.

In conversation with Alpha First, former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes has offered bold forecasts on bitcoin and the larger crypto market. He has discussed on what we could see in the next 12 months in light of the Trump's policies and the possible changes in the global economy.

It's another recent milestone for Dogecoin, but the market is now red with Bitcoin down and DOGE and other meme coins falling hard.

Is XRP the next big thing in cryptocurrencies? Find out how it stacks up against market leaders Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Bitcoin has experienced a record-breaking bullish breakout, shattering all-time highs almost daily over the past three weeks. After an impressive rally, the price is less than 2% away from the $100,000 mark—a critical psychological level that could become a turning point for the entire crypto market.

Euro Pac's Peter Schiff asserted Wednesday that inflows to BTC and cryptocurrency will cause inflation. But the truth is BTC economies incentivize holding and decrease the velocity of money.

Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick, President-elect Trump's Commerce Secretary nominee, wants to launch a $2 billion project to lend dollars to clients against Bitcoin.

Lummis, a vocal advocate for cryptocurrency and a member of the Senate's Financial Services Committee, introduced her plan in a recent CNBC interview, suggesting that Bitcoin could help reduce the U.S. national debt and bolster the U.S. dollar's position as the world's reserve currency.

Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), the leading cryptocurrencies, are once again capturing attention with their remarkable price movements. Analysts believe Bitcoin has entered a new parabolic phase that could stretch across 300 days, while Ethereum has broken out of a bullish pattern, setting its sights on significant price gains.

Bitcoin edges closer to $100,000, but the overbought RSI and elevated SOPR levels suggest a correction.

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) rose by 7.99% in the past week to reach a new all-time high of $99,655 on November 22. Thereafter, the maiden cryptocurrency has experienced a slight retracement in the past 48 hours falling to around $98,200.