Bitcoin, Binance, Ethereum, Solana, And Ripple: The Biggest Crypto News Of The Past Week
Amid revolutionary announcements, technological evolutions, and regulatory turbulence, the crypto ecosystem continues to prove that it is both a territory of limitless innovations and a battleground for regulatory and economic battles. Here is a summary of the most significant news from the past week regarding Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance, Solana, and Ripple.
Bitcoin: Whales are Taking Off
Bitcoin recently crossed a historic high of $93,000, but this surge triggered a wave of massive profit-taking, primarily by long-term investors. Between November 12 and 14, historical holders secured over $5 billion in gains, marking a record with a SOPR (Spent Output Profit Ratio) ratio at its highest since August 2023. These sales coincided with a rally fueled by Donald Trump’s electoral victory, which bolstered market optimism. Although these record profit volumes may signal an imminent correction, fundamentals remain strong due to increasing institutional adoption and a favorable economic backdrop.
Ethereum: ETFs on the Rise
The Ethereum ETFs reached a record weekly trading volume of $1.63 billion, marking a spectacular 44% increase in just one week. This rebound comes four months after their launch and coincides with a notable 25% increase in the price of ETH, the highest since May. After a period of calm, this recovery aligns with the increased interest of institutional investors in regulated products exposed to Ethereum. This phenomenon echoes the early days of Bitcoin ETFs, which followed a similar pattern of explosive startup, consolidation, and then recovery. This surge confirms the growing maturity of the crypto market and an expanded adoption by traditional financial players. The coming weeks could be decisive in confirming this momentum.
Bitcoin and Ethereum in Trouble, Ripple Going Against the Tide
The crypto market experienced a widespread decline at the end of the week. Bitcoin fell by 2%, Ethereum dropped by 4%, and Solana by 3%. This weakness among the leaders was accompanied by an uncertain macroeconomic context, marked by regulatory pressures and massive BTC sales by miners. Despite this gloomy atmosphere, Ripple (XRP) surprised with a spectacular increase of over 20%. Investors remain alert and are looking to adapt to this extreme volatility.
Michael Saylor Prophesies: Bitcoin at $100,000 Before 2025!
Michael Saylor, founder of MicroStrategy, remains firmly optimistic about Bitcoin, predicting it will exceed $100,000 before the end of 2024. He attributes this confidence to favorable political developments in the United States, notably a bill aimed at accumulating a million Bitcoins in the national strategic reserves. According to him, this initiative could yield $16 trillion to the American economy over 21 years. Furthermore, he expects increased institutional adoption and a clear regulatory framework, ending the “war on crypto.” With an increasingly favorable macroeconomic and regulatory environment, Saylor sees Bitcoin as an irresistible force, now ready to conquer new heights.
Solana: A Revolutionary ETF for 2025?
VanEck anticipates a potential ETF based on Solana before the end of 2025, marking a key milestone for the adoption of altcoins. This project relies on the evolution of the American political climate, where a Trump administration could adopt a pro-crypto stance, contrasting with the many restrictive actions taken by the SEC under Biden. A Solana ETF would open a new era for institutional investors, facilitating access to regulated cryptos without direct management. In parallel, this development reflects a global dynamic of democratization of cryptos, already visible in Europe with over 30 active ETFs. If these predictions come true, 2025 could become a pivotal year for the integration of cryptos into traditional finance, consolidating altcoins’ position in the global market.
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Diplômé de Sciences Po Toulouse et titulaire d'une certification consultant blockchain délivrée par Alyra, j'ai rejoint l'aventure Cointribune en 2019. Convaincu du potentiel de la blockchain pour transformer de nombreux secteurs de l'économie, j'ai pris l'engagement de sensibiliser et d'informer le grand public sur cet écosystème en constante évolution. Mon objectif est de permettre à chacun de mieux comprendre la blockchain et de saisir les opportunités qu'elle offre. Je m'efforce chaque jour de fournir une analyse objective de l'actualité, de décrypter les tendances du marché, de relayer les dernières innovations technologiques et de mettre en perspective les enjeux économiques et sociétaux de cette révolution en marche.
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