The impact of macroeconomic developments on cryptocurrencies is hard to ignore, and their weakening in the face of such changes is not positive news. However, given the established presence of digital currencies as an asset class, it is no surprise. Now, the direction of cryptocurrencies appears increasingly guided by institutional investors’ appetite for risk, as they make significant acquisitions. What do the latest findings reveal about this trend?
Institutional Demand for Cryptocurrencies
Currently, Bitcoin (BTC) 
$77,293 struggles to surpass the $108,300 mark, maintaining a steady hold at $107,000. For a true movement in cryptocurrencies, concrete action on regulatory agreements is necessary. Yet, for a considerable period, the institutional appetite suggests that the latter part of the year might see cryptocurrencies exhibit a much stronger performance.
Recently, Nic has compiled a list of companies that have acquired Bitcoin (BTC) within the last week. Previously, entities such as MSTR were among the few who did so. However, new players have surfaced, including firms established solely for BTC reserves with billion-dollar targets.
Among the companies purchasing Bitcoin for their treasuries this week are Strategy, Metaplanet, Fidelity, ProCap, Bitdeer, Smarter Web Company, Mega Matrix, Panther Metals, Bitcoin Treasury Corporation, and Lingerie Fighting Championships.
On June 27 alone, the Bitcoin ETF channel recorded an inflow of $501 million. The companies Nic highlighted specifically add BTC directly to their reserves, unlike giants like MSTR who influence through the ETF channel. This indicates institutional capital inflows surpassing $1 billion in a single day, with potential peaks over $3 billion, considering larger acquisitions by entities like MSTR.
Despite numerous developments last week, spot BTC ETFs experienced a $2.2 billion inflow, while ETH ETFs welcomed an entry of $77.5 million on Friday.
Solana (SOL) Developments
Recently, there have been reports of progress towards the approval of Solana 
$85 (SOL) ETFs. As deadlines approach for several altcoin ETF applications in October, there is anticipation that a more crypto-friendly SEC administration might issue approvals, viewing altcoins as non-securities. This outlook is favorable for SOL Coin in the long term.
In the short term, however, analyst Ali Martinez has predicted a sales signal for SOL Coin, suggesting a potential price drop to $146.
