The American financial giant Charles Schwab is about to reach a historic milestone. By the end of the first half of 2026, its clients will be able to buy Bitcoin and Ethereum directly on the platform. An announcement that comes at a time when the crypto market is going through a period of turbulence.
Centralized crypto markets are under sustained pressure amid ongoing spot trading contraction. For five consecutive months, volumes across major exchanges have declined, signaling weaker participation and a clear reduction in speculative appetite. A large liquidation event in October accelerated this slowdown, impacting both spot and derivatives markets. Although January saw a brief rebound, overall activity remains far below prior cycle highs.
Bitcoin and the broader crypto market posted modest gains over the past 24 hours, even as fresh U.S. labor data complicated expectations for near-term rate cuts. January’s jobs report showed that hiring remained firm, but growth across several sectors appeared restrained. Markets had hoped for weaker data to strengthen the case for monetary easing. Instead, traders were left facing mixed signals.
XRP surprised this weekend with a sudden surge of +2,860% on its spot flows in barely eight hours. This historic peak, occurring in a quiet market, reignites speculation about a possible cycle change. While some see it as a simple technical rebound, others detect a precursor signal. In any case, this volatility spike breaks the stupor that had surrounded crypto for several weeks.
Bitcoin’s price remains under strain as selling pressure continues to weigh on the market. The OG coin fell to an intraday low of $72,945 in the previous session as market pullback continues across risk assets. While retail traders have largely maintained bullish positions, institutional investors have begun to retreat. Current data points to a growing divide between these two groups, raising questions about where Bitcoin may head next.
Kalshi saw a sharp rise in trading activity last week, pushing weekly volume to a new high. Data shows the prediction market processed more than $2 billion in trades, placing it well ahead of Polymarket over the same period. Increased demand for sports contracts and broader blockchain access supported the growth.
At JPMorgan, the message is clear: the appetite for bitcoin remains strong. In the third quarter, the bank stated it held 5.284 million shares of the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) as of September 30, an increase of 64% from the previous quarter. In value terms, this represented 343 million dollars at the end of September. The bet was accompanied by a bullish note: a target of $170,000 for bitcoin in twelve months. Let's talk numbers, flows, and the direction of the movement.
When an analyst announces the XRP ETF for two weeks from now, financiers get excited, regulators slip away… and the crypto world holds its breath (but not its wallet).
Seventeen years after the publication of the white paper by Satoshi Nakamoto, bitcoin is no longer a niche bet. It is a global asset worth 2 trillion dollars. Yet, on this October 31, the market turns the page on a thwarted "Uptober." October closes in red for the first time since 2018. A signal to be read carefully, without melodrama.
In October, the Bitcoin market confirmed its vitality despite a sharp price correction. Spot volume exceeded 300 billion dollars, a sign of a return to "cash" trading and a reduction in leverage usage. According to CryptoQuant, this dynamic reflects a healthier market, capable of withstanding volatility without a sudden collapse. In short, despite the drop in BTC, investors, whether retail or institutional, show renewed confidence in the spot market, marking a structural evolution of the market towards greater stability.
Ethereum’s latest rally has once again lost momentum, with the cryptocurrency struggling to stay above the $4,000 mark. With weak demand and declining spot ETF inflows weighing on sentiment, analysts warn that Ether (ETH) could face a deeper correction toward $3,100 if buyers fail to regain control.
Bitcoin flirted with $113,000, traders were enthusiastic, the Fed was complacent, and Saylor was euphoric. But without spot buying, beware of a backlash: the intoxication could quickly turn to vertigo.
Coinbase strikes hard by buying Deribit, leader in crypto options, establishing itself as a central player in derivatives products. This strategic acquisition unifies spot, futures, perpetuals, and options, attracting institutions and experienced traders. In a competitive market, it strengthens Coinbase's appeal and marks a key step towards a global crypto empire.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded 12 consecutive days of net inflows, totaling $6.6 billion in new capital. BlackRock alone contributed nearly $500 million in a single day during this stretch. July 10 and 11 marked back-to-back billion-dollar inflow days—an institutional milestone.
Bitcoin is breaking records, but the central banks, hesitant, prefer to pile up gold rather than bet on crypto.
Franklin Templeton plans a Solana ETF, illustrating the growing presence of cryptocurrencies in the financial world.
The Bitcoin ETF captures 305.7 million in one day, Blackrock and Fidelity at the top. The stock market applauds this success.
The SEC, master of procrastination: the decision on Ethereum ETFs, still postponed yet again!
Rapid rise of XRP, paving the way for speculation about its inclusion in an ETF in the near future.
The insightful tweet from Novogratz about Bitcoin and Grayscale reveals his optimism, predicting higher prices despite the challenges
We are now 2 days away from the deadline set by the SEC for the approval of the first Bitcoin Spot ETFs. To date, this regulatory institution has not made a statement regarding these new financial instruments. In case you want to closely follow the progress of the situation, we…
About 6 months from now, the Bitcoin halving, which is the 'halving' of rewards given to miners working with the Bitcoin protocol, is set to take place. The Bitcoin halving has been the subject of various speculations and analyses, with discussions ranging from the potential price increase of BTC to the challenges miners might face, as well as systemic effects. JP Morgan predicts that this event will have a negative impact on the profitability of mining operations.
The race for the approval of a Bitcoin Spot ETF is gaining ground in the United States. Faced with pressure from legislators, the SEC, the crypto market regulator, could soon put an end to the suspense and make a final decision.
At a time when FUD is reaching its peak in the cryptosphere, Binance has announced a voluntary interruption of some functionalities linked to Market orders. Although the company has promised to resolve the problem immediately, some crypto investors are in doubt.