Author: Ethan Carter
Ethan is a seasoned cryptocurrency writer with extensive experience contributing to leading U.S.-based blockchain and fintech publications. His work blends in-depth market analysis with accessible explanations, making complex crypto topics understandable for a broad audience. Over the years, he has covered Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, NFTs, and emerging blockchain trends, always with a focus on accuracy and insight. Ethan's articles have appeared on major crypto portals, where his expertise in market trends and investment strategies has earned him a loyal readership.
Farside Investors reports that U.S. investors contributed nearly $32 billion to U.S. crypto exchange-traded funds in 2025, despite a decline in market activity as the year progressed. Related Reading Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted the largest portion, securing $21.4 billion in net inflows, which is lower than the $35 billion that flowed into Bitcoin ETFs in 2024. Blackrock Leads in Inflows BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF, IBIT, captured the majority of the activity, bringing in approximately $24.7 billion—about five times more than its closest competitor, Fidelity’s FBTC. Source: Farside Investors Analysts observed that IBIT ranked highly among all ETF flows, trailing…
In 2025, U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds attracted nearly 67% of over $31.77 billion in total inflows reported by all crypto ETFs, primarily benefiting BlackRock’s leading BTC fund, IBIT. Summary In 2025, crypto ETFs received close to $32 billion from investors. Bitcoin ETFs represented almost 67% of the total inflows for crypto ETFs. Bitcoin’s price has formed a bearish triangle along with other negative patterns. As per data from Farside Investors, the 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs accumulated a total of $21.4 billion in net inflows during 2025, with BlackRock’s IBIT capturing the majority at $24.7 billion. While many Bitcoin ETFs…
On New Year’s Eve, Tether acquired 8,888 Bitcoin (BTC), raising its publicly disclosed Bitcoin reserve to over 96,000 by the end of 2025, as reported by CEO Paolo Ardoino.The issuer of the USDt (USDT) stablecoin has emerged as one of the largest active Bitcoin holders, positioning its Bitcoin address as the fifth-largest, trailing behind Binance, Robinhood, and Bitfinex, and ranking second among privately owned corporate BTC treasuries.The recent acquisition aligns with Tether’s ongoing strategy of quarterly Bitcoin acquisitions. The company has been investing up to 15% of its profits into Bitcoin every three months, with the latest purchase valued at…
Sure! Here’s the rewritten content while keeping the HTML tags intact: Bitcoin finds itself in a tight consolidation phase following a sharp rejection near the $100,000 mark, as prices compress into a narrow range indicative of rising market tension. With momentum building beneath, all eyes are on a potential breakout or breakdown that could set the stage for Bitcoin’s next significant movement. Bitcoin Captive in Post-Breakdown Compression According to analyst CyrilXBT, Bitcoin continues to be ensnared in a phase of severe price compression after a notable breakdown from the $100,000 level. This cooling-off period illustrates the market’s effort to stabilize…
Bitcoin ended 2025 on a down note, marking the first instance of a decline in a post-halving year.Bitcoin (BTC) halvings happen every four years, reducing mining rewards by half and introducing fewer new coins to the market. Traditionally, this triggers a cycle of accumulation: a post-halving bull run that eventually peaks, followed by a steep correction and a prolonged bear market.Following the 2012 halving, Bitcoin surged, closing the subsequent year at a new peak; a similar trend was observed in 2016 and again in 2020. However, this trend has changed this time. Even with the next halving scheduled for April 2024, Bitcoin…
Bitcoin (BTC) is demonstrating initial signs of uncertainty following a significant upward surge, placing the market in a crucial decision-making phase. A crypto analyst has revealed insights on whether the current stall signifies healthy consolidation or a shift in momentum that may affect the wider crypto market. In a recent analysis, crypto analyst Tony Severino indicates that Bitcoin is moving into a pivotal decision period, with price actions reflecting a mature trend. His chart showcases a solid upward structure that’s begun to decelerate, hinting at a change in market behavior rather than an immediate price reversal. This moment is crucial…
As 2025 approached its conclusion, Bitcoin’s value continued to decline, falling by 4% in December.In spite of this market downturn, Strategy wrapped up the year with significant Bitcoin acquisitions. The software company, which serves as a Bitcoin investment vehicle, acquired more than 22,000 Bitcoin (BTC) in December alone.In the United States, prediction markets are forming partnerships with major media organizations and gaining approvals from key federal agencies. However, 11 states have seen gambling and gaming regulators take legal actions against platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket, with watchdogs arguing that these markets represent a form of gambling—an assertion the companies contest.As…
Analysts at Standard Chartered have forecasted that the price of XRP may soar by approximately 330%. They also identified factors that could trigger this price increase, potentially leading to a new all-time high (ATH) for the Ripple-associated token. Standard Chartered Foresees XRP Price Reaching $8 Geoff Hendrick, Standard Chartered’s global head of digital assets research, has suggested that XRP could hit $8 by the end of 2026, reflecting a rise of about 330%. This trajectory would also signify a new all-time high for the token, which currently stands at around $3.84. The analyst anticipates this growth due to the legal…
Artificial intelligence has evolved beyond a tool for researchers and investors; it’s now being utilized as a market oracle, assisting in modeling scenarios, pricing ranges, and sector-level changes across global asset classes.By 2025, the adoption of AI surged in the crypto markets and asset management firms, with analysts and funds leveraging large language models to analyze macro signals, on-chain data, and regulatory updates.To explore the predictions for the upcoming year, Cointelegraph consulted leading AI models on what crypto prices might look like in 2026.The collective responses indicated a market maturing under the influence of institutional capital, growth in infrastructure, and…
As stated by market intelligence firm Santiment, Bitcoin is lagging behind both gold and the S&P 500 following a significant pullback in November. Gold has increased by 9% since early November, the S&P 500 has advanced by 1%, while Bitcoin has declined roughly 20%, trading around $88,000 as of Wednesday. Reports indicate that this disparity has led to a quieter crypto market as other sectors experience modest recoveries. Related Reading Whale Accumulation Signals Santiment’s analysis reveals a division in behavior among holders. Smaller wallets were active in purchasing during the latter half of 2025, whereas larger wallets mostly maintained their…