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The recent events in the crypto universe highlight the extent of the growing influence of this industry, amidst political strategy, new heights, and financial records. Today, Donald Trump is positioning himself to attract pro-crypto voters, Bitcoin is celebrating a landmark anniversary, and BlackRock has recorded a record day for its Bitcoin spot ETF. But what do these events really mean for the crypto market?
The Political Turning Point of Donald Trump’s Campaign
As the American presidential elections approach, Donald Trump does not hide his intentions to rally pro-cryptocurrency voters. By celebrating the 16th anniversary of the white paper of Bitcoin on his Truth Social platform, he sends a strong message: his commitment to crypto-assets.
Trump especially promises to work to protect Bitcoin, even stating that he wants to put an end to the “war on crypto” led, according to him, by Vice President Kamala Harris.
His commitment goes further: Trump wants to make Bitcoin an American economic pillar, even suggesting that the country could play a key role in its production.
This pro-Bitcoin position of Trump is accompanied by a commitment to the release of Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the controversial Silk Road, currently imprisoned.
This initiative aims to capture the votes of libertarians and fervent advocates of cryptocurrencies. In a context where cryptos play an increasing role in the economy and politics, this approach could indeed strengthen his influence with voters.
Bitcoin and BlackRock: Records Revealing Massive Adoption
On October 31, Bitcoin celebrated the 16th anniversary of its white paper, a revolutionary document that transformed global finance.
Since its launch, Bitcoin has come a long way: today, with a market value exceeding 1.42 trillion dollars, it stands among the largest global assets.
This meteoric rise has made Bitcoin a recognized alternative to traditional stores of value, attracting a crowd of institutional investors.
In this dynamic, BlackRock’s Bitcoin spot ETF recently recorded a record day, with capital inflows reaching 875 million dollars.
This massive flow underscores a growing institutional interest in cryptos, confirming that the adoption of Bitcoin is becoming increasingly rapid and profound. Experts even predict that an influx of several billion dollars could soon materialize, amplifying Bitcoin’s volatility and valuation.
With Trump taking a pro-crypto stance, an aging Bitcoin consolidating its influence, and BlackRock marking the history of crypto ETFs, these developments herald a future where cryptocurrencies will occupy an even more central place in the global financial system. Meanwhile, stablecoins are causing record demand for Treasury bonds.
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Fasciné par le bitcoin depuis 2017, Evariste n’a cessé de se documenter sur le sujet. Si son premier intérêt s’est porté sur le trading, il essaie désormais activement d’appréhender toutes les avancées centrées sur les cryptomonnaies. En tant que rédacteur, il aspire à fournir en permanence un travail de haute qualité qui reflète l’état du secteur dans son ensemble.
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