In late November, retail investor demand for Bitcoin surged significantly, reaching a peak on Nov. 27 that seemed to cap off a period of heightened enthusiasm among small Bitcoin holders. During that time, many new and existing participants aggressively entered the market, chasing the price momentum that had begun to build earlier in the quarter. […]

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Robinhood reported a staggering 400% surge in crypto trading volume in the fourth quarter, reaching $70 billion, as retail investors flocked back to digital assets amid Bitcoin’s (BTC) rally past $100,000 and renewed enthusiasm for the broader crypto market. The brokerage’s total transaction-based revenue more than doubled year-over-year, climbing 200% to $672 million. Crypto trading […]

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CME Group reported record-breaking crypto trading volumes in the fourth quarter of 2024, reflecting a surge in institutional and retail interest in regulated digital asset derivatives. The derivatives exchange saw an average daily trading volume of approximately $10 billion in crypto futures and options during the final quarter of the year, more than 300% higher […]

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USDC and USDT minting accelerated in the past weeks, providing a bullish signal for crypto markets despite declining token prices. …

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SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated announced plans to purchase Bitcoin (BTC) worth 1 billion yen ($6.7 million) as part of a long-term strategy aimed at asset diversification and inflation hedging. The Japan-based medical services provider said investing in Bitcoin aligns with its goal of establishing a robust financial foundation while adapting to evolving macroeconomic conditions. […]

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