BlackRock Explores Tokenized ETFs After Bitcoin Success — Report

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is reportedly exploring ways to tokenize exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on the blockchain, following the strong performance of its spot Bitcoin ETFs. Citing sources familiar with the discussions, Bloomberg reported Thursday that the company is considering tokenizing funds with exposure to real-world assets (RWA). Any such move, however, would need…

ETH To $5K Hinges On Improvement In Global Macro

Key takeaways: Ether struggles to gain bullish momentum despite S&P 500 gains and spot Ethereum ETF inflows. Institutional accumulation continues, but network activity declines, leaving $5,000 ETH target uncertain. Ether (ETH) has traded within a narrow $4,200 to $4,500 range for the past two weeks, a consolidation period following its brief encounter with the $4,956…

What Happened In Crypto Today

Today in crypto, BlackRock is reportedly exploring tokenized ETFs, Chinese regulators move to curb state-owned firms’ crypto activity in Hong Kong, and Goldman Sachs’ CEO says the Fed is unlikely to cut rates by 50 basis points. BlackRock weighs ETF tokenization as JPMorgan flags industry shift: Report BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is reportedly…

ETH To $5K Hinges On Improvement In Global Macro

Key takeaways: Ether struggles to gain bullish momentum despite S&P 500 gains and spot Ethereum ETF inflows. Institutional accumulation continues, but network activity declines, leaving $5,000 ETH target uncertain. Ether (ETH) has traded within a narrow $4,200 to $4,500 range for the past two weeks, a consolidation period following its brief encounter with the $4,956…

Crypto Bull Market Still Has Legs

Coinbase analysts remain optimistic for the fourth quarter, arguing that a mix of resilient liquidity, a favorable macro backdrop and supportive regulatory signals could keep the crypto market rally alive. Bitcoin BTC$114,531.09, they argue, continues to benefit from macro tailwinds and could outperform market expectations, analysts David Duong and Colin Basco said in a Wednesday…

ETH Eyes $6.8K In Q4 as Accumulation, CME OI Surges

Key takeaways: Roughly 1.7 million ETH ($7.5 billion) were accumulated in the $4,300 to $4,400 range, creating strong support. Institutional demand surges as CME open interest hits all-time highs with short-term maturities dominating. $4,500 remains critical for Ether, with a breakout triggering upside, but dips to $4,000 can’t be ruled out. Ether (ETH) continues to…

Bitcoin Monthly Options Expiry Could Be First Step To $120K

Key takeaways: Bitcoin’s $4.3 billion options expiry favors neutral-to-bullish bets, with a $175 million edge if prices stay above $113,000. Macroeconomic uncertainty, including weak US employment data and AI sector doubts, could determine Bitcoin’s short-term trajectory. Bitcoin (BTC) surged past $114,000 mark on Thursday after a positive earnings report from Oracle Corporation (ORCL), a major…

Building Trust in Crypto: Separating Perception from Reality

Crypto often makes mainstream headlines for the wrong reasons, but beneath the surface lies a story of innovation, resilience and a community working to build a safer financial future. This week’s episode of the Clear Crypto Podcast, brought to you by StarkWare and Cointelegraph, takes a hard look at one of the most pressing, and…

How to Day Trade Crypto With Google Gemini AI

Key takeaways: Gemini AI serves as a powerful tool for researching day trade strategies but cannot be used to execute trades directly. It summarizes fundamentals and compares assets to support daily trade decisions but still requires access to data sets. Gemini AI helps manage trading discipline by turning watchlists, catalysts and post-mortems into structured loops…

Chinese Giants Exit Hong Kong Stablecoin License Race

Chinese internet giants, state-owned enterprises and financial institutions operating in Hong Kong may face restrictions on stablecoin and crypto activities. According to a Thursday report by local news outlet Caixin, mainland Chinese firms operating in Hong Kong may be forced to withdraw from cryptocurrency-related activities. The Hong Kong branches of several state-owned enterprises and Chinese…