Crypto Markets on Edge: Key Events That Could Shake BTC This Week
Bitcoin (BTC) continues to trade below the psychological $100,000 mark, frustrating traders with its lackluster performance. However, several major events this week could trigger volatility in the crypto markets. From the long-awaited FTX payout to a Trump-Musk interview and crucial FOMC minutes, here’s what investors need to watch. FTX Payout:
Market Dynamics Are Affected by Trump’s Tariff Plans
In a bold move, President Donald Trump is considering declaring a national economic emergency to roll out a comprehensive tariff regime targeting both allies and adversaries. This initiative, potentially enacted under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA), seeks to alter global trade dynamics significantly. What Motivates Trump’s Tariff Approach?
Bitcoin Slumps Below $95K as U.S. Inflation Rises Faster Than Expected
The latest U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data came in hotter than expected, triggering sharp declines in both crypto and traditional markets. Headline inflation rose 0.5% in January, surpassing the anticipated 0.3%, while core CPI—which excludes food and energy—climbed 0.4% against a forecast of 0.3%. On a year-over-year basis, CPI
Solana DEX Volume Surpasses $60M, Extending Lead Over Ethereum
Solana has maintained its dominance in decentralized exchange (DEX) trading, extending a four-month winning streak over Ethereum. According to DeFiLlama, Solana-based DEXs have recorded over $60 million in trading volume this month, nearly doubling Ethereum’s $34 million. The surge in activity highlights Solana’s growing role in decentralized finance (DeFi), as
Bitcoin’s Chart Signals Point to a Potential Surge to $166K
Bitcoin has been under pressure this week as macroeconomic factors and geopolitical tensions weigh on investor sentiment. The crypto fear and greed index has slipped to the fear zone at 35, reflecting cautious market behavior. The key concerns include the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China, with
Until April, the SEC will not make a decision on BlackRock’s spot Ethereum ETF options.
In a latest development, the US SEC has postponed its decision on BlackRock’s proposal to list and trade options on its spot Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF). The new deadline for the SEC’s decision is set for April 9, 2025. The SEC said it will decide on April 9, 2025, whether to approve
Franklin Templeton Files for Crypto ETF on Cboe BZX Exchange
Franklin Templeton, a leading asset management firm, has officially submitted a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a multi-asset cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund (ETF). This move marks another significant step in the growing adoption of crypto ETFs in the financial market. Franklin Crypto Index ETF Overview The
Institutional Traders Still Wary of Crypto, But Interest Slowly Grows
Despite a more favourable regulatory environment, institutional traders remain cautious about crypto trading, according to JPMorgan’s latest e-trading survey. The survey, conducted in January 2025, revealed that 71% of institutional traders have no plans to trade crypto this year. This marks a slight improvement from last year when 78% of
Bitcoin-Gold Ratio Hits 12-Week Low as Gold Demand Surges
The Bitcoin-Gold ratio has dropped to its lowest level in 12 weeks, signaling a shift in investor sentiment. Gold’s surge to record highs comes as fears of a U.S.-China trade war push traders toward the precious metal. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (BTC) struggles to gain upside traction despite inflows into U.S.-listed spot
Crypto Market Surges and Dips as China Retaliates Against U.S. Tariffs
The crypto market saw a sharp surge followed by a quick dip as macroeconomic tensions weighed on investor sentiment. XRP, Dogecoin (DOGE), Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA) recorded gains of nearly 20% before retracing, while Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) remain up by around 4%. The market initially benefited from