Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election has already had a profound impact on the cryptocurrency market, sparking a significant rally in both Bitcoin and altcoins.
As the new administration prepares to take office on January 20, expectations are high that a more balanced regulatory approach will emerge for the crypto industry.
JPMorgan analysts, led by Kenneth Worthington, highlighted in a recent report that the cryptocurrency market experienced a major surge since Trump’s election, signaling the start of a transformative period for digital assets in the U.S. The analysts assert that under Trump’s leadership, the environment for cryptocurrencies will be far more favorable, with the worst regulatory challenges now behind the sector.
While there are high hopes for a supportive crypto framework, experts anticipate that the full effects of these changes will take between nine and twelve months to materialize. The Trump administration is expected to foster a safer and more transparent environment for cryptocurrencies, leading to increased market stability and more clarity around regulations.
One key factor to watch is the appointment of the next chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This position will likely play a crucial role in shaping the future of Bitcoin and Ethereum regulation, making it one of the most anticipated appointments in the new administration.
Crypto infrastructure firm Bit Digital is making a bold strategic pivot, abandoning Bitcoin mining entirely in favor of Ethereum staking and asset management.
Institutional interest in Bitcoin continues to surge as U.S.-based spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded their twelfth consecutive day of positive net inflows on Wednesday, pulling in nearly $548 million and pushing the total two-week haul to $3.9 billion.
While Bitcoin’s recent stagnation has triggered debate over what’s really influencing the market, analysts at K33 Research say exchange-traded fund flows are still the dominant force — far more so than the activity from corporate treasuries.
Institutional interest in Bitcoin is heating up again, with major asset managers making massive moves.