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Morgan Stanley's First Bitcoin ETF One-Week Review: Defying the Trend to Attract Capital, a Signal of Institutional Accumulation

Morgan Stanley launched its first spot Bitcoin ETF, the Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust (MSBT), on April 8, becoming the first major U.S. bank to issue such a product. With a competitive 0.14% annual fee—the lowest among U.S. Bitcoin ETFs—and backing from Coinbase and BNY Mellon, MSBT attracted $30.6 million in net inflows on its first day, defying a broader market outflow of $93.9 million. It continued to see positive inflows in subsequent days, even as other major funds experienced significant withdrawals. Amid a 44% Bitcoin price correction from its 2025 peak and four consecutive months of net outflows across Bitcoin ETFs, MSBT’s steady inflows suggest institutional accumulation at lower price levels. The fund, which now holds around 960 BTC, is positioned to capture long-term institutional interest, supported by Morgan Stanley’s wealth advisors who recommend up to 4% Bitcoin allocation for high-net-worth clients. Shortly after MSBT’s debut, Goldman Sachs filed for its own Bitcoin ETF—a covered call strategy product aimed at generating steady income while maintaining Bitcoin exposure. This move, along with MSBT’s successful launch, signals growing institutional engagement despite bearish market sentiment. Analysts project MSBT could reach $5 billion in AUM within a year, highlighting its role as a key indicator of Wall Street’s evolving stance on Bitcoin.

marsbit04/16 09:01

Morgan Stanley's First Bitcoin ETF One-Week Review: Defying the Trend to Attract Capital, a Signal of Institutional Accumulation

marsbit04/16 09:01

Altcoin season index sits at 32: ‘Still in the gutter,’ believes expert

In a recent analysis, CoinGecko highlighted that the altcoin market remains in a prolonged slump, with the Altcoin Season Index at 32, indicating continued Bitcoin dominance. Historically, capital rotated from Bitcoin to Ethereum and then to altcoins after Bitcoin reached a new all-time high (ATH). However, this cycle has diverged due to the influence of Bitcoin ETFs approved in 2024, which have concentrated institutional investment in Bitcoin rather than spreading to altcoins. Despite Bitcoin hitting an ATH of $126,000 in October 2025, altcoins have underperformed. Some in the crypto community anticipate an altseason, but key indicators suggest otherwise. Bitcoin's dominance remains strong, and altcoins like Dogecoin, Solana, and Cardano have not trended positively. Santiment’s Weighted Sentiment analysis shows Bitcoin as the only cryptocurrency with positive sentiment, while altcoins linger in negative territory. Additionally, the RSI for most tokens, including Bitcoin, is below the neutral 50-level, reflecting bearish market conditions. On-chain data remains pessimistic, contradicting optimistic analyst predictions for an imminent altseason.

ambcrypto04/07 06:50

Altcoin season index sits at 32: ‘Still in the gutter,’ believes expert

ambcrypto04/07 06:50

How Bitcoin ETFs Are Taking A Key Role In Price Discovery And Liquidity – Analyst

U.S. Bitcoin Spot ETFs, launched in January 2024, have become a major bullish driver and a structural component of the Bitcoin market, extending beyond mere investment vehicles. With cumulative net inflows of $55.96 billion and net assets of $86.22 billion—representing 6.44% of Bitcoin's market cap—these ETFs are significantly influencing liquidity and price discovery. Their daily trading volume often rivals major exchanges like Coinbase, shifting traditional price discovery mechanisms. Additionally, the ETFs' holdings of 1.3 million BTC create a structural supply lock, reducing circulating liquidity. The approval of in-kind creation/redemption and arbitrage activities by authorized sponsors help maintain price alignment with the spot market. Japanese investors, with over $12.53 trillion in household assets, could further amplify market impact if local Bitcoin ETFs are approved. Currently, Bitcoin trades around $66,889, with weekly gains of 1.14%, though trading volume has declined by 41.68%, indicating cautious sentiment. Prices remain 47% below the cycle’s all-time high of $126,100.

bitcoinist04/04 15:32

How Bitcoin ETFs Are Taking A Key Role In Price Discovery And Liquidity – Analyst

bitcoinist04/04 15:32

You Won’t Believe Which Company Is The Top XRP ETF Holder

Institutional interest in XRP exchange-traded funds continues to grow, with cumulative inflows exceeding $1.4 billion. Regulatory filings reveal that Goldman Sachs is the largest known institutional holder of XRP ETFs, with a disclosed position of $153.8 million—equivalent to approximately 83.6 million XRP. This places the investment bank ahead of other major firms like Millennium Management and Citadel Advisors. Despite strong demand, the top 30 disclosed holders represent only a small portion of total investments, as many smaller funds and retail investors are not required to report holdings. The significant involvement of firms like Goldman Sachs may signal increasing institutional adoption of XRP ETFs in the future.

bitcoinist03/15 10:46

You Won’t Believe Which Company Is The Top XRP ETF Holder

bitcoinist03/15 10:46

Ignore the Price Noise, Bitcoin Adoption Is in Full Bloom

Despite a 50% price drop from its all-time high, Bitcoin adoption continues to grow significantly across multiple sectors. Key trends from 2025 highlight this expansion: institutions purchased a record 829,000 BTC, with corporations, governments, and ETFs driving accumulation. Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) have been net buyers for eight consecutive quarters, with 29 of the top 30 U.S. RIAs now holding Bitcoin, albeit with small allocations. Corporate adoption tripled, with many S&P 500 companies quietly accumulating BTC. Merchant adoption surged 74% globally, as businesses like SteaknShake demonstrated Bitcoin's ability to reduce transaction costs. The Lightning Network grew 300%, now processing over $1.1 billion monthly. Five new sovereign nations, including sovereign wealth funds and a central bank, added Bitcoin to their reserves. Notably, Bitcoin's volatility has continued its decade-long decline, approaching levels of gold and the S&P 500, making it more attractive to risk-averse capital. This broad-based adoption, spanning individuals, institutions, and nations, underscores deepening trust in Bitcoin as a unique, global, and scarce digital currency, setting the stage for accelerated growth in the coming years.

marsbit02/25 13:06

Ignore the Price Noise, Bitcoin Adoption Is in Full Bloom

marsbit02/25 13:06

Cardano (ADA) Attracts Fresh Institutional Capital As Grayscale Expands Holdings

Despite a declining price in a weak crypto market, Cardano (ADA) is attracting renewed institutional investment. Grayscale Investments has significantly increased its ADA holdings, raising its allocation in the Smart Contract Fund from 19.50% to over 20.12%. This consecutive growth signals strong confidence in the altcoin's long-term fundamentals. The move is seen as strategic positioning, potentially linked to Cardano's recent push into Bitcoin DeFi, aiming to restore external BTC liquidity through non-custodial collateral and stablecoin-based lending. While overall network activity has decreased since 2021, the ecosystem is now advancing with long-term, privacy-focused projects like Midnight, separating speculative projects from substantive ones. ADA was trading at $0.27 at the time of reporting.

bitcoinist02/20 05:01

Cardano (ADA) Attracts Fresh Institutional Capital As Grayscale Expands Holdings

bitcoinist02/20 05:01

Consensus Live | Avenir Group, Tiger, AMINA, and CoinRoutes Discuss Institutional Capital Efficiency and Financial Infrastructure Evolution

At Consensus Hong Kong 2026, the institutional investment narrative is structurally shifting toward multi-asset allocation, yet cross-system frictions are diluting capital efficiency. Avenir Group, in partnership with Tiger Brokers, AMINA Bank, and CoinRoutes, led a roundtable on next-generation institutional trading infrastructure. Key consensus emerged: the industry must transition from an asset-centric to a capital-centric framework to optimize efficiency in a multi-asset environment. Panelists highlighted challenges including fragmented capital utilization due to segregated systems, misaligned clearing cycles causing idle capital, and the need for natively compliant, scalable infrastructure. Avenir Group and partners signed an MOU to explore collaborative solutions, emphasizing that future competitiveness hinges on unified capital management and cross-asset operational capabilities within regulatory frameworks.

marsbit02/11 11:06

Consensus Live | Avenir Group, Tiger, AMINA, and CoinRoutes Discuss Institutional Capital Efficiency and Financial Infrastructure Evolution

marsbit02/11 11:06

Spot BTC, ETH ETF outflows deepen, but the market refuses to break

Despite significant outflows from major cryptocurrency ETFs, the market shows resilience. On January 21, Bitcoin ETFs saw $708.7 million in net outflows, led by BlackRock’s IBIT and Fidelity’s FBTC. Ethereum ETFs followed a similar trend with $287.0 million in outflows, primarily from BlackRock’s ETHA. However, altcoins like XRP and Solana bucked the trend with inflows of $7.18 million and $3.0 million, respectively, indicating a potential capital shift toward higher-risk assets. Meanwhile, Grayscale filed for a NEAR spot ETF, signaling continued institutional interest. The data suggests cautious de-risking rather than panic, with the market refusing to break amid geopolitical uncertainty.

ambcrypto01/22 11:02

Spot BTC, ETH ETF outflows deepen, but the market refuses to break

ambcrypto01/22 11:02

South Korea Plans to Lift Ban on Listed Companies Investing in Cryptocurrency, Thousands of 'Whales' May Once Again Drive the 'Kimchi Premium'?

South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) is planning to lift the ban on cryptocurrency investments for listed companies and professional investors, a policy that has been in place since 2017. The draft guidelines propose allowing eligible entities to invest up to 5% of their net assets annually, focusing on top-20 cryptocurrencies by market cap, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. The move aims to address the market imbalance where retail investors dominate, potentially attracting significant institutional capital and boosting liquidity. However, challenges remain, including limited investment quotas and competition from traditional equities and emerging ETFs. The final guidelines are expected in early 2026, marking a significant shift in South Korea’s digital asset strategy.

marsbit01/14 09:02

South Korea Plans to Lift Ban on Listed Companies Investing in Cryptocurrency, Thousands of 'Whales' May Once Again Drive the 'Kimchi Premium'?

marsbit01/14 09:02

The Final Candidate for Fed Chair: What Is Rick Rieder's Stance on Crypto?

This article discusses Rick Rieder, the Chief Investment Officer of Global Fixed Income at BlackRock, who is being considered by former President Trump as a potential candidate to replace Jerome Powell as the next Chair of the Federal Reserve. Rieder is the final candidate to be vetted, alongside Kevin Warsh, Kevin Hassett, and Christopher Waller. Unlike the other candidates, Rieder has less government experience but is notably pro-cryptocurrency. He has publicly expressed positive views on Bitcoin, referring to it as a durable asset and a viable alternative to gold. He believes digital payment systems and cryptocurrencies are here to stay and has advocated for including Bitcoin in investment portfolios as a hedge against fiat currency devaluation. Under his influence, BlackRock began investing in Bitcoin futures and later launched a successful Bitcoin ETF. If appointed, Rieder’s stance could lead to broader institutional adoption of crypto, support for lower interest rates (he has called for cuts to around 3%), and encouragement of developments in tokenization, stablecoins, and DeFi. However, according to Polymarket data at the time of writing, his probability of being selected was only 7%, the lowest among the candidates. The final decision is expected in January.

marsbit01/13 12:21

The Final Candidate for Fed Chair: What Is Rick Rieder's Stance on Crypto?

marsbit01/13 12:21

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