Northern Trust Asset Management has launched a tokenized share class of its NIF Treasury Instruments Portfolio, marking its entry into the digital assets market, according to the company. The structure uses distributed ledger technology to maintain a digital mirror of share ownership, while the underlying portfolio continues to invest in short-term US Treasurys. According to Monday’s announcement, the shares will initially be offered through BNY’s LiquidityDirect platform, which operates on Goldman Sachs’ Digital Asset Platform. The fund itself does not use blockchain technology or invest in crypto assets. Instead, authorized…
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Charles Myers: Geopolitical risk lacks discernible patterns, US safe haven status is under scrutiny, and the bond market serves as a critical guardrail
Geopolitical tensions could reshape the future of stablecoins and the US dollar’s dominance. Key Takeaways Geopolitical risk is unpredictable due to the unique motives of different actors. The Trump administration’s foreign policy marked a shift towards aggressive protectionism. The US safe haven status is being questioned by global investors. Concerns about the US economy have not yet led to significant selling of US investments. The bond market serves as a critical guardrail for the US economy. A potential military strike against Iran could have significant geopolitical implications. Oil markets are…
Ethereum Price Support Intact, but Market Signals Waning Bullish Momentum
Ethereum price started a fresh increase from $1,840. ETH is now consolidating gains and might aim for another increase above $2,000. Ethereum started a fresh upward move above the $1,900 zone. The price is trading below $2,000 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a new bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,000 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $1,880 zone. Ethereum Price Remains Above Support Ethereum price managed to form a…
Bitcoin Price Trapped Below $70K, Market Awaits Breakout Catalyst
Bitcoin price started a decent increase above $66,000. BTC is now consolidating above $66,000 and might aim for more gains above $67,200. Bitcoin started a fresh increase after it settled above the $65,500 support. The price is trading below $67,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $67,000 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might dip again if it trades below the $65,500 and $65,000 levels. Bitcoin Price Faces Key Resistance Bitcoin…
Matt Hougan: Bitcoin ETFs could reach a trillion dollars, institutions see market dips as opportunities, and wealth managers are gradually gaining Bitcoin access
Institutions view the current crypto dip as a prime opportunity for long-term investment growth. Key takeaways Bitcoin ETFs are projected to grow significantly, potentially reaching a trillion dollars in assets. Institutional investors see the current crypto market dip as an opportunity rather than a setback. The decision-making process for institutional investors is slower, often requiring multiple meetings before allocating funds. Despite market volatility, institutions remain optimistic about Bitcoin’s long-term prospects. Financial advisors are now more open to discussing Bitcoin with clients, reflecting regulatory changes. The adoption of crypto by institutions…
Consolidation Likely Coming to Crypto Treasury Market: Crypto exec
The crypto treasury market is likely to consolidate this year amid the market downturn, as companies with operating businesses merge with or acquire those trading below net asset value (NAV), according to Wojciech Kaszycki, chief strategy officer of crypto infrastructure and treasury company BTCS. Operating businesses, such as providing validator services for blockchain networks or offering public and private credit instruments, generate cash flow that give crypto treasury companies an edge over those that only accumulate crypto, Kaszycki told Cointelegraph. This financial edge allows them to buy up companies treading…
Here’s Why Bitcoin Analysts Say BTC Market Will Bottom in Q4 2026
Bitcoin (BTC) sellers returned on Friday, pulling BTC price 5.5% below Wednesday’s high of $70,000 to trade at $65,950 at the time of writing. Several analysts said Bitcoin is “going much lower,” potentially reaching a bottom during the last quarter of 2026. Key takeaways: Analysts forecast BTC price to hit a bottom in Q4 based on various technical and onchain metrics. Rising exchange reserves and “supply in profit” falling to 2022 lows suggest further downside pressure. Analysts say Bitcoin price will bottom after June According to multiple analysts, Bitcoin could…
Solana (SOL) Upside Builds, $100 Breakout Hopes Strengthen Across Market
Aayush Jindal, a luminary in the world of financial markets, whose expertise spans over 15 illustrious years in the realms of Forex and cryptocurrency trading. Renowned for his unparalleled proficiency in providing technical analysis, Aayush is a trusted advisor and senior market expert to investors worldwide, guiding them through the intricate landscapes of modern finance with his keen insights and astute chart analysis. From a young age, Aayush exhibited a natural aptitude for deciphering complex systems and unraveling patterns. Fueled by an insatiable curiosity for understanding market dynamics, he embarked…
Bitcoin Bull Market May Restart If $74.5K Is Broken
Bitcoin (BTC) has rebounded 7.45% over the past two days after dropping to $62,400 on Tuesday, below a key onchain price support. Despite the bounce, holders who bought between six months and two years ago remain at an average cost of $74,500, a level that now stands as a potential inflection level. As BTC moves higher, the concentration of supply around $74,500 stands as a key test for the current trend; a decisive reclaim of that level may signal demand and a shift in short-term market structure. Why $74,500 matters…
Bitcoin Adoption Booms While Bear Market Deepens: Watch These Signals
Since dropping by 35% between Jan. 14 and Feb. 5, Bitcoin (BTC) has consolidated in a range between $60,000 to $70,000 over the past 22 days. At the same time, several BTC adoption-linked metrics are moving in different directions across exchange-traded funds (ETFs), whales, miners, and corporate Bitcoin treasuries. These divergences highlight steady capital commitment beneath muted price action and how each signal fits into the bigger picture. Bitcoin ETF flows remain negative The 90-day rolling average of US spot Bitcoin ETF net flows has dropped to -$2.18 billion. Over…