1. π¦ JPMorgan Plans Crypto-Backed Loans by 2026
JPMorgan Chase is preparing to offer fiat loans backed by clientsβ Bitcoin and Ethereum holdingsβmarking a significant institutional pivot from its long-time crypto skepticism under CEO Jamie Dimon.Β
2. π Bitcoin Falls Below $116K, Triggering Heavy Liquidations
Bitcoin dropped sharply to around $115,150β115,600, causing roughly $585Mβ$722M in long-position liquidations within 24 hours. The downturn reflects short-term volatility following last weekβs peak above $123K and rising regulatory uncertainty. Meanwhile, Ethereum held steady at ~$3,346, defying the dip. (Barronβs) Β
3. π Crypto Inflows Top $60B in 2025, Driven by Regulation & ETF Demand
According to JPMorgan analysts, over $60 billion has flowed into the crypto market year-to-date, representing a ~50% surge since May, fueled by regulatory clarity and surging interest in Ethereum spot ETFs. Additionally, BlackRockβs ETH ETF recently surpassed $10 billion AUMβbecoming the third-fastest ETF to reach that milestone.
4. π Legacy Companies Allocate Treasuries to Crypto Assets
Blue-chip firms are diversifying their corporate treasuriesβdeploying millions into XRP ($20M), Solana ($16.7M), and Bitcoin ($5.6M). This signals growing confidence from traditional companies in crypto as a strategic revenue and value-protection tool.
