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Bitwise’s Chief Investment Officer (CIO) Matt Hougan recently discussed the inflows the US Spot Ethereum ETFs could attract. Specifically, he stated how much could flow into these funds in their first 18 months of trading.  Spot Ethereum ETFs To Record $15 Billion In First 18 Months Of Trading Hougan mentioned in a note to investors that the Spot Ethereum ETFs could record $15 billion in net inflows in their first 18 months of trading. He elaborated on how he arrived…

The post Ether Spot ETFs To Attract $15B Net Inflows in First 18 Months: Bitwise appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitwise’s Chief investment officer wrote in a report that the Ether ETFs are likely to attract $15 billion of net inflows in their first 18 months. The report said that, one way to estimate the potential inflows is to consider the relative market caps of bitcoin and ether. Bitcoin is currently 74% of the combined market value and the…

In a significant development for the cryptocurrency market, asset managers are eagerly preparing for the launch of new spot Ethereum ETFs, pending approval from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).  Bitwise Chief Investment Officer (CIO) Matt Hougan has weighed in on the potential of these ETFs, predicting substantial inflows into the regulated market within the first months of trading. Market Data Suggests $15B Demand For Spot Ethereum ETFs Hougan’s projections are based on a thorough analysis of available data.…

In a recent commentary shared on X, Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Asset Management, which ranks as the world’s largest provider of cryptocurrency index funds, detailed why investors should consider diversifying their cryptocurrency portfolio by adding Ethereum (ETH), alongside maintaining a position in Bitcoin (BTC). Hougan offered three compelling reasons for investors to embrace ETH, while also presenting a critical viewpoint for remaining invested solely in BTC. Ethereum Vs. Bitcoin: 3 Reasons Pro-Ethereum Hougan began by emphasizing the…

The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and crypto is poised to unleash a notable wave that could add a staggering $20 trillion to the global gross domestic product (GDP) by 2030, according to a recent report by Bitcoin ETF issuer Bitwise. The study by analyst Juan Leon highlights the potential magnitude of this synergy, which is expected to surpass current expectations. The annual Consensus conference in Austin further underscored the significance of this trend, with industry experts discussing its wide-ranging…

In a recently published report by Bitwise, the leading crypto index fund manager, a striking comparison has been drawn between Coinbase and Amazon, highlighting a significant yet under-reported aspect of Coinbase’s business — the Base Layer 2 network. Titled “It’s All About That Base (and Other Thoughts on Coinbase),” the report authored by Matt Hougan and Juan Leon delves deep into the financial and strategic shifts underpinning Coinbase’s latest successes and potential future. Amazon Of Crypto? Bitwise Projects Stellar Future…

Bitwise Chief Information Officer (CIO) Matt Hougan recently shared five interesting predictions for the next Halving of the Bitcoin (BTC) network, scheduled for 2028. In a comprehensive report, Hougan sheds light on the potential transformations for the world’s leading cryptocurrency. New Investors And ETFs As Catalysts One of Hougan’s key predictions is that Bitcoin’s volatility will significantly decline by 50%. He argues that the entry of new investors through the spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) market will drive this decline. …

Wealth management firms are increasingly integrating Bitcoin ETFs into their portfolios, driven by strong market understanding and a robust investment strategy. The competitive landscape in the Bitcoin ETF market is changing, with major players like BlackRock and Fidelity experiencing significant growth in their fund inflows. In a recent declaration via Twitter, Hunter Horsley, CEO of BitwiseInvest, projected a significant increase in Bitcoin ETF holdings by wealth management firms by the end of 2024. Horsley emphasized the unexpected level of adoption…

With the Bitcoin (BTC) halving only hours away, analysts are at odds over whether the one-in-four-years event is already “priced in” to the crypto market. According to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan, the answer is yes – but it comes with some important nuance. The Bitcoin Halving And Efficient Markets In a Twitter thread posted on Friday, Hougan acknowledged that the halving is both “well-known” and predictable for all market participants. Specifically, at block 840,000, the newly created BTC attached to…