Bitcoin $90,146 has surged over 12% in the past week, surpassing $60,000. This increase coincides with investor expectations that the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates by 50 basis points. The extent of the rate cut remains a significant concern for the market.
MicroStrategy’s Major Investment
Tech entrepreneur Michael Saylor believes Bitcoin will yield substantial long-term gains. He has suggested that Bitcoin could reach $13 million within 21 years. His company, MicroStrategy, announced this week that it has invested an additional $1.1 billion in Bitcoin.
Ethereum Makes a Comeback
Ethereum $3,095 has shown an 11% increase over the past week, reaching $2,442. Attempting to recover from the year’s lowest levels, Ethereum is signaling signs of recovery. These developments are drawing investors’ attention back to Ethereum.
Developments with Tether and Ripple
Tether has faced criticism due to a lack of transparency. Consumer protection group Consumers’ Research noted that Tether has not provided adequate transparency regarding its dollar reserves. Meanwhile, the price of XRP, associated with Ripple $1, rose by 10% following Grayscale’s announcement of a new product.
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried’s lawyers have filed to dismiss fraud charges against him. The lawyers argue that Bankman-Fried has sufficient cash to pay back customers after the collapse. This development has resonated widely within the crypto community.
The rises in Bitcoin and Ethereum have boosted investor confidence in the markets. As uncertainties about the Fed’s interest rate cuts persist, the impact on crypto assets is eagerly anticipated. MicroStrategy’s significant investment and other market developments offer crucial insights into the future trajectory of cryptocurrencies.