News Block: GBTC ETF Outflows Hit Bitcoin Price, President Trump Says No to a U.S. CBDC, Jamie Dimon Calls Bitcoin a “Pet Rock,” Milei Urges Davos Elite to Embrace Freedom
Bitcoin's price decline, outflows from grayscale's GBTC ETF, Tether's profits on Bitcoin. Concerns with CBDCs, criticisms of Bitcoin. Addressing misconceptions about Bitcoin and critiquing Davos conference.
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Grayscale's GBTC has seen significant outflows of $3.4 billion in its first week, impacting the market
Tether is using 15% of its profits to purchase Bitcoin, making it one of the largest holders of Bitcoin
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Bitcoin ETFs and GBTC Outflows
Bitcoin's price has experienced a downward trend after the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, with a decline of 20%. However, the ETFs have seen successful launches, trading nearly $20 billion in volume in the first week. While these ETFs are gaining traction, Grayscale's GBTC has seen significant outflows of $3.4 billion in its first week due to high fees and competition from other ETFs. In addition, the FTX Bankruptcy Estate sold a billion dollars worth of GBTC shares, impacting the market. Despite this short-term turbulence, the presence of these ETFs and their substantial Bitcoin holdings have the potential to bring billions into the market in the future.
Tether's Treasury Holdings and Bitcoin Acquisitions
Tether, a major stablecoin, is making around $1 billion in quarterly profits due to high interest rates from US government bonds held in its reserves. Tether has started using 15% of its profits to purchase Bitcoin as part of its ongoing reserve strategy. This consistent buying has made Tether one of the largest holders of Bitcoin, with over 66,000 Bitcoins worth $2.8 billion. While concerns about Tether's transparency persist, the CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald attests to the company having the reported assets. Although an independent audit would provide further reassurance, Tether's consistent Bitcoin purchases have significant implications for the cryptocurrency market.
Perceptions of CBDCs and the Warning Against Collectivism
The annual World Economic Forum meeting in Davos featured discussions on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). CBDCs have raised concerns regarding increased centralization and potential infringements on individual freedoms. While some policymakers, including former President Trump, expressed reservations about CBDCs, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon criticized Bitcoin, referring to it as a 'pet rock.' However, statistics indicate that illicit activities comprise only a small percentage of cryptocurrency transactions compared to fiat currencies. Argentina's President, Javier Malay, used the event as an opportunity to warn against collectivism and highlight the importance of embracing free market capitalism. The overall theme of rebuilding trust at Davos could be addressed by adopting a form of money, such as Bitcoin, that eliminates the need for trust in intermediaries.
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