Editor’s note: This announcement outlines how bitcoin’s recent price action has diverged from early expectations tied to a more crypto-friendly political environment in the United States. Despite initial optimism following Donald Trump’s return to the White House, bitcoin has fallen nearly 20% over the past three months, reflecting broader macroeconomic pressures rather than regulatory narratives. According to eToro’s analysis, bitcoin is increasingly trading as a high-liquidity risk asset, influenced by interest rates, dollar liquidity, and overall risk appetite. The commentary highlights how macro forces, not political rhetoric, are currently shaping digital asset markets. Key points Bitcoin is down nearly 20% over the past three months despite a friendlier political tone toward crypto. Market behavior is driven by macro factors such as interest rates, liquidity, and risk sentiment. Gold and silver have attracted safe-haven flows, outperforming bitcoin over the past year. ...

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – January 19, 2026 : Bitcoin has retreated by approximately 6% after reaching highs of nearly USD 98,000 earlier last week, as uncertainty surrounding US crypto regulation and renewed trade tensions weighed on broader market sentiment. The pullback follows delays in the approval of the US crypto market structure bill, known as the CLARITY Act, alongside resurfacing tariff concerns between the United States and the European Union, which have unsettled risk appetite across global markets. Commenting on the developments, Simon Peters, Crypto Analyst at eToro, said:  “The CLARITY Act, which aims to establish a clear regulatory framework for digital assets in the US, has recently faced setbacks as several key players within the crypto industry have withdrawn their support. The main point of contention centres on whether stablecoins should be permitted to offer yield.” He added that traditional banks have raised concerns that allowing yield-bearing stablecoins...

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – January 16, 2026 : Bitcoin has surged above USD 97,000, reaching a two-month high after a sharp pullback from its all-time high in late 2025, as renewed exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows drive fresh momentum in the market. According to Sam North, Market Analyst at eToro , the key catalyst behind the move is a clear shift in ETF flows, pointing to institutional investors re-entering the market with growing conviction. “Bitcoin is now eyeing a move back above the USD 100,000 mark, and the key driver is a clear shift in ETF flows,” said North. “BlackRock's IBIT alone recorded more than USD 150 million in inflows in a single session, which is effectively the heartbeat of this rally and a strong signal that institutional money is stepping back in after a period on the sidelines.” North noted that bitcoin's recent price action highlights how sensitive the asset remains to ETF demand. A failed breakout above USD 95,000 last week coincided with weaker...

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Tuesday, 30 December 2025 — Bitcoin's journey through 2025 proved to be a period of heightened volatility, ultimately ending the year broadly where it began. The cryptocurrency reached a new all-time high of approximately USD 126,000 in early October, supported by growing optimism around regulation and strong inflows into newly launched spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). However, these gains were reversed in the fourth quarter as over-leveraged positions were unwound and risk-off sentiment took hold, pushing Bitcoin down from its October peak to lows below USD 86,000 by late November. Farhan Badami, Market Analyst at eToro , said that despite the turbulence, several positive trends continued to underpin the crypto market throughout the year. Institutional adoption and market infrastructure strengthened in 2025, even as prices fluctuated sharply. Spot Bitcoin ETFs highlighted this shift, with the iShares Bitcoin ETF recording USD 24 billion ...

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Tuesday 29 December 2025 — Crypto markets remained subdued over the festive period, with total market capitalisation hovering around the $3 trillion mark, according to analysis from eToro. Bitcoin, which currently accounts for nearly two-thirds of the total crypto market capitalisation, continues to trade within a narrow range between the $85,000 support level and $90,000 resistance, as markets await a catalyst to push prices higher. “Crypto markets have been fairly muted over the festive season, with bitcoin remaining range-bound and seemingly in need of a catalyst to drive prices higher,” said Simon Peters, Crypto Market Analyst at eToro . “There isn't much in the way of major economic data this week to provide that spark, although the release of minutes from the latest Federal Reserve meeting on Tuesday may offer greater insight into policymakers' expectations for future interest rate cuts.” Despite bitcoin reaching a new all-time high earli...

PARIS, FRANCE – December 8, 2025 - Melanion Digital today announced the appointment of Charlene Fadirepo to its Supervisory Board . Her expertise in governance, regulatory strategy, and Bitcoin treasury considerations will support Melanion Digital as the company continues to deepen its institutional-grade approach to digital-asset investment. Charlene joins the firm at a key moment as Melanion Digital continues to consolidate its position as a European reference in Bitcoin financial engineering, with activities spanning proprietary Bitcoin strategies, professional-investor fund vehicles, and structured digital-asset solutions. Earlier this year, Sigma Managemen t Lux completed its registration under Article 3(3) of the Luxembourg AIFM regime (“sub-threshold AIFM”), allowing it to operate within the European AIFM framework and manage alternative investment fund vehicles for professional investors. "Charlene brings a rare combination of institutional governance experience, re...

Dubai, UAE, 4 th December, 2025: The amount of Bitcoin available to be bought or sold today is far smaller than most people realise, and an industry expert says this is creating a historic supply squeeze that is fundamentally reshaping the market. This shift is being driven by a combination of institutional adoption, long-term holding strategies, and a significant portion of the asset being permanently lost, creating unprecedented scarcity for the world's leading digital asset. Abdumalik Mirakhmedov, Founder and Executive President of GDA, one of the world's leading bitcoin mining companies, says: “There can only ever be 21 million coins, and almost 20 million have already been created. Big investors are taking millions of Bitcoins out of circulation, while millions more are sitting unused or have been lost over time. This growing shortage could turn out to be one of the most important supply squeezes in Bitcoin's history, shaping the future of the network.” Dubai-based Mi...