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First Asian Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Gain in Debut in Hong Kong | WKZO | All of Kalamazoo
By Summer Zhen
HONG KONG (Reuters) -Six spot bitcoin and ether exchange traded funds (ETFs) gained on their Hong Kong debut on Tuesday, with the three bitcoin ETFs rising more than 3% in early trade, reflecting the Asian investors’ enthusiasm for cryptocurrencies.
The debuts mark the first launch of spot cryptocurrency ETFs in Asia and come just three months after the United States launched its first ETFs to track spot bitcoin.
Spot bitcoin ETFs launched by China AMC, Harvest and Bosera had gained about 2.5% as of 221 GMT. The three ether ETFs managed by asset managers also rose.
Bitcoin rose about 1%.
Cryptocurrency is banned in mainland China, but Hong Kong has promoted itself as a global digital asset hub in a bid to maintain its appeal as a financial centre.
Christina Choi, executive director of the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), hailed the product’s debut as a milestone in Hong Kong’s ETF market, but also flagged risks.
“Virtual assets are quite speculative and very volatile… so I remind you that such assets are not suitable for all investors,” Choi said at the launch event on Tuesday.
The ETF’s launch also put Hong Kong in direct competition with the United States for cryptocurrency investors.
U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs have garnered about $12 billion in net inflows, contributing to a surge in bitcoin’s price earlier this year. But US regulators have not yet approved ETFs that track ether spot prices.
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Another difference is that Hong Kong crypto ETFs adopt the so-called “in-kind” transaction mechanism that allows investors to buy and sell ETF shares using their crypto tokens instead of cash.
That option should be attractive to investors as token owners “may consider the benefit of holding ETFs without the cost of first converting to fiat (currency),” said Robert Zhan, director of risk consulting at KPMG China.
Trading in Hong Kong crypto ETFs will be closely monitored for signs that cryptocurrency flows may be attracted to Asia from the US
Some analysts expect most of the initial inflow will come from local retail investors, given cost concerns.
The management fee for Hong Kong cryptocurrency spot ETFs, which range from 0.3% to 0.99%, is much higher than that of current US-listed ETFs, due to the limited number of regulated service providers from the city’s rigid legal framework.
Currently Hashkey and OSL are the only two trading platforms approved in Hong Kong.
“If Hong Kong’s SFC approved more participants or trading platforms in the long run, costs would be lower and more competitive,” said Alex Chiu, senior ETF Business strategist at Value Partners.
Bitcoin has gained about 50% this year and reached an all-time high of $73,803 in March. It traded at around $62,944 on Tuesday. Year to date, Ether is up nearly 40%.
(Reporting by Summer Zhen and Sam Shen; Editing by Edwina Gibbs and Lincoln Feast.)
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Meme Tokens Surpass Bitcoin in Turkish Trading Activity This Year
The Turkish cryptocurrency market has seen significant growth in recent years. Currently, more than half of the population invests in cryptocurrencies, according to surveys and polls.
This is evident from the fact that the Turkish Lira (TRY) is the fourth most used fiat currency in cryptocurrencies. Several macroeconomic factors are fueling this crypto adoption in the country. Therefore, stablecoins and meme coins have emerged as the favorites of Turkish investors, even surpassing Bitcoin.
Stablecoins and meme coins dominate Turkish trade
According to the latest relationship According to Kaiko, Turkey’s inflationary conditions have significantly increased stablecoin usage in recent years. In 2024, the research firm found that USDT-TRY dominates as the largest trading pair by volume on Binance, reaching over $22 billion, more than five times larger than the next largest pair, PEPE-USDT, which has $4 billion.
Notably, meme tokens have surpassed Bitcoin in terms of trading volume this year, indicating that Turkish traders are also turning to more speculative cryptocurrencies to hedge against currency fluctuations and make profits.
The increased usage of stablecoins is further reflected in the main Bitcoin trading pairs on BTCTurk, which are BTC-USDT and BTC-TRY.
One of the main reasons driving the adoption of cryptocurrencies is Turkey’s fight against double-digit inflation and the currency devaluation for years, with an average inflation rate above 40% over the past five years. In response, the central bank adopted an unorthodox monetary policy, cutting rates until June 2023. However, this worsened the devaluation of the Turkish lira, which lost more than 300% of its value from the end of 2020 to the end of 2023.
Turkey’s decision to normalize its monetary policy after the 2023 elections failed to restore confidence in the TRY, whose value continued to decline in 2024, albeit less rapidly.
Binance Sees Strong Expansion in Türkiye
Amid economic challenges, Binance has strengthened its position as one of the two largest trading platforms for Turkish traders, thanks to deep liquidity and low fees. As part of a large-scale zero-fee campaign, it offered zero fees for BTC-TRY trading between July 2022 and March 2023.
Offering a wide range of TRY-denominated trading pairs and aggressively adding new pairs in recent years have helped Binance maintain its leadership in the country despite the 2022 cryptocurrency bear market. Binance introduced 61 new TRY trading pairs in 2024 alone, bringing the total number to over 200.
Other exchanges, such as Gate.io, KuCoin, and OKX, have jumped into the Turkish crypto ecosystem, but their overall market share remains less than 1%.
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Top 5 PolitiFi Tokens to Buy Now for MAX Profits
With the US presidential election fast approaching, the cryptocurrency world is buzzing with new trends. In addition to the well-known cartoon-themed meme coins, a new category is making waves: PolitiFi tokens. Did you see that coming?
These politically themed crypto tokens are gaining attention, especially those centered around former President Donald Trump. Today, we explore the 5 trending Trump-themed PolitiFi tokens.
Stock up to benefit later!
1. Trump (Magazine)
Launched about a year ago, the Trump-themed MAGA token has caused quite a stir in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Inspired by Donald Trump’s slogan “Make America Great Again,” the MAGA token has produced an astonishing 35 million percent return since its inception. Currently trading at $5.65, it has fallen 8.80 percent in the past 24 hours.
Despite this, the token’s trading volume increased by 23.23%, bringing its market cap to $248 million and securing the 220th spot on CoinMarketCap.
Source: Dexscreener
2. MAGA (MAGA)
Another token with the same ticker, MAGA, is also trending in the PolitiFi category. With 390 billion tokens in circulation, this MAGA token has seen a 11.08% price drop over the past 24 hours, but an 81.39% increase in trading volume. Currently trading at $0.0001337, it is ranked 21st on Dexscreener’s trending list and 522nd on CoinMarketCap. Despite being only two months old, it has provided early adopters with a remarkable profit of 313,373.62% at its all-time high of $0.0007354.
Source: Dexscreener
3. Super Trump Coin (STRUMP)
Super Trump Coin, a meme token depicting Donald Trump as Superman, has a circulating supply of 1.8 billion tokens. Over the past 24 hours, its trading volume has increased by 39.88%. Currently trading at $0.01112, it has dropped by 6.07% over the past 24 hours, but holds a CoinMarketCap rating of 776. From its all-time high of $0.03085, it has dropped by 64.06%. Despite this, its impressive short-term returns have made it a favorite among Trump crypto enthusiasts.
Source: Dexscreener
4. MAGA Vice President (MVP)
Launched just four months ago, MAGA VP has yet to break into the top 1000 cryptocurrencies on CoinMarketCap, currently ranked 1231st. With a value of $0.128, its trading volume has increased by 21.79% over the past 24 hours, with a market cap of $5.3 million. While it is up 110% at its current price, it is down 83.24% from its all-time high of $0.7706.
Source: Dexscreener
5. Little Trump
One of the most unique Trump-themed tokens is Baby Trump, which depicts Donald Trump as a baby president. With a circulating supply of 406 million tokens, it has a market cap of $3.5 million at a trading price of $0.008616. Although its price has dropped 9.45% in the last 24 hours, its trading volume has increased by 4.29%. At its peak, Baby Trump’s market cap was $11 million.
Notably, Baby Trump is the only token among the five analyzed to be based on the BNB Smart Chain, while the others are based on the Ethereum network.
Source: Dexscreener
It’s an exciting time for cryptocurrencies
The current political climate in the United States is spawning a new wave of meme tokens themed around various political figures. Among them, Trump-themed PolitiFi tokens are experiencing the most significant surge in popularity. Support for Donald Trump in the crypto community seems to be a driving force behind the success of these tokens.
Do you think Trump-themed PolitiFi tokens are here to stay or just a passing trend? Share your thoughts.
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Brett Token Price Soars 12%; Analyst Expects Further 30% Upside
Brett, the largest meme coin in Blockchain Base, rose more than 12% on Friday, as sentiment in the cryptocurrency and stock sectors improved.
Brett (BRETT) the token rose to $0.133, up 31% from its low this month. Some traders believe the meme coin has more upside potential in the future.
Analyst is bullish on Brett
In an X-post, Michael van de Poppe, a trader with over 721,000 followers, said he is optimistic that the token will rise to $0.1712, up 30% from Friday’s trading level.
I’ve been a day trader for a long time and memes are a great way to gain that perspective.
Lots of volume.
And there’s a lot of volatility.When it comes to $BRETTI would look for long positions in this area between $0.125-0.1325 and $0.170 as a clear identification of a potential bull run. photo.twitter.com/hWmSjCZGJa
— Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) July 26, 2024
If he is right, Brett’s market cap will surpass Floki’s (FLOKI), which has a market capitalization of $1.7 billion.
Brett’s bounce came at the start of the Bitcoin 2024 conference today. In a statement at the event, Robert Kennedy, an independent presidential candidate, noted that he is a big supporter of Bitcoin (BTC).
The main protagonist of the event will be Donald Trump, leading in most polls, included in Polymarket. Trump is expected to reiterate his support for cryptocurrencies. Analysts are divided on whether he will announce a Bitcoin reserve at this event.
Blockchain Base is doing well
Brett token also recovered as Base blockchain ecosystems continued to perform well. Launched in 2023 by Coinbase, Base has accumulated over $1.6 billion in DeFi assets, making it the sixth largest chain in the industry. It has surpassed popular networks like Cardano (ADA), Avalanche (AVAILABLE) and Polygon (MATIC).
At the same time, Brett and other altcoins jumped as the U.S. stock market rebounded, signaling that investors have embraced risk-on sentiment. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose more than 600 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 jumped more than 80 basis points.
Brett Price Chart | Source: Trading View
Technically, Brett formed a morning star pattern, which is a popular reversal sign. In the past, the coin has risen by double digits when it has formed this pattern. For example, it formed on July 12 and then rose by 40%.
On the other hand, this bounce could be a dead cat bounce, where an asset briefly rises and then resumes its downtrend.
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Top 5 PolitiFi Tokens to Buy Now for MAX Profits
With the US presidential election fast approaching, the cryptocurrency world is buzzing with new trends. In addition to the well-known cartoon-themed meme coins, a new category is making waves: PolitiFi tokens. Did you see that coming?
These politically themed crypto tokens are gaining attention, especially those centered around former President Donald Trump. Today, we explore the 5 trending Trump-themed PolitiFi tokens.
Stock up to benefit later!
1. Trump (Magazine)
Launched about a year ago, the Trump-themed MAGA token has caused quite a stir in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Inspired by Donald Trump’s slogan “Make America Great Again,” the MAGA token has produced an astonishing 35 million percent return since its inception. Currently trading at $5.65, it has fallen 8.80 percent in the past 24 hours.
Despite this, the token’s trading volume increased by 23.23%, bringing its market cap to $248 million and securing the 220th spot on CoinMarketCap.
Source: Dexscreener
2. MAGA (MAGA)
Another token with the same ticker, MAGA, is also trending in the PolitiFi category. With 390 billion tokens in circulation, this MAGA token has seen a 11.08% price drop over the past 24 hours, but an 81.39% increase in trading volume. Currently trading at $0.0001337, it is ranked 21st on Dexscreener’s trending list and 522nd on CoinMarketCap. Despite being only two months old, it has provided early adopters with a remarkable profit of 313,373.62% at its all-time high of $0.0007354.
Source: Dexscreener
3. Super Trump Coin (STRUMP)
Super Trump Coin, a meme token depicting Donald Trump as Superman, has a circulating supply of 1.8 billion tokens. Over the past 24 hours, its trading volume has increased by 39.88%. Currently trading at $0.01112, it has dropped by 6.07% over the past 24 hours, but holds a CoinMarketCap rating of 776. From its all-time high of $0.03085, it has dropped by 64.06%. Despite this, its impressive short-term returns have made it a favorite among Trump crypto enthusiasts.
Source: Dexscreener
4. MAGA Vice President (MVP)
Launched just four months ago, MAGA VP has yet to break into the top 1000 cryptocurrencies on CoinMarketCap, currently ranked 1231st. With a value of $0.128, its trading volume has increased by 21.79% over the past 24 hours, with a market cap of $5.3 million. While it is up 110% at its current price, it is down 83.24% from its all-time high of $0.7706.
Source: Dexscreener
5. Little Trump
One of the most unique Trump-themed tokens is Baby Trump, which depicts Donald Trump as a baby president. With a circulating supply of 406 million tokens, it has a market cap of $3.5 million at a trading price of $0.008616. Although its price has dropped 9.45% in the last 24 hours, its trading volume has increased by 4.29%. At its peak, Baby Trump’s market cap was $11 million.
Notably, Baby Trump is the only token among the five analyzed to be based on the BNB Smart Chain, while the others are based on the Ethereum network.
Source: Dexscreener
It’s an exciting time for cryptocurrencies
The current political climate in the United States is spawning a new wave of meme tokens themed around various political figures. Among them, Trump-themed PolitiFi tokens are experiencing the most significant surge in popularity. Support for Donald Trump in the crypto community seems to be a driving force behind the success of these tokens.
Do you think Trump-themed PolitiFi tokens are here to stay or just a passing trend? Share your thoughts.
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