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June 7, 2026 @ 11:50 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The researchers at NYDIG have indicated that as Bitcoin dips to the current crypto market cycle lows near $60,000, investors are revisiting the digital asset’s historical four-year patterns. A NYDIG research update by Global Head of Research Greg Cipolaro highlights the interconnected market, macroeconomic, and… Read More

April 28, 2026 @ 7:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Researchers at NYDIG have recently analyzed a major DeFi ecosystem April 2026 exploit that underscores how minor technical choices can ripple into widespread market disruptions. Titled “The Butterfly Effect Comes to DeFi,” the report dissects the $292 million theft from Kelp DAO’s cross-chain bridge and… Read More

April 17, 2026 @ 7:00 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin faced a demanding start to 2026, posting one of its most challenging quarterly results in over 15 years of trading history. According to NYDIG’s latest analysis, the cryptocurrency dropped over 22 percent during the first three months, with the bulk of losses occurring in… Read More

April 12, 2026 @ 9:14 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

NYDIG researchers have noted in an extensive update that Bitcoin endured a tough first quarter, falling 22.6 percent—one of its weakest openings in 16 years of data. The rather pronounced BTC price decline was front-loaded in January and February, driven by delays in key legislation,… Read More

December 23, 2025 @ 8:30 am By Omar Faridi  |  

NYDIG noted that DATs or digital asset treasuries are now making billion-dollar financing moves based on rather “inconsistent, loosely defined metrics, risking major strategic missteps.” NYDIG pointed out recently in a blog post that with several companies trading right around “1x mNAV,” small changes in… Read More

September 13, 2025 @ 9:08 am By Omar Faridi  |  

NYDIG Research noted that stablecoins have emerged as a cornerstone of the cryptocurrency ecosystem, with their market value surging to over $287 billion, a 38% increase year-to-date, according to data from DefiLlama. The passage of the GENIUS Act has cemented their legal standing, attracting attention… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 11:02 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency sector is undergoing a major shift in 2025, as highlighted in NYDIG’s latest Bitcoin market update. Led by Greg Cipolaro, Global Head of Research at NYDIG, alongside Ben Lawsky and Pete Janney, an informative discussion dissected the forces propelling bitcoin’s evolution. From institutional… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 1:14 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency market continues to mature, with key developments from Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) (NASDAQ:MSTR), altcoin rallies, and the SEC’s regulatory maneuvers shaping the narrative. Greg Cipolaro, Global Head of Research at NYDIG, highlighted these developments in a recent update, underscoring their implications for investors and… Read More

July 19, 2025 @ 11:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As Bitcoin surged to new all-time highs this week, peaking at $123,231 on Coinbase, market data suggests traders are not yet caught up in the speculative frenzy seen in past cycles. According to NYDIG’s latest analysis, indicators like perpetual swap funding rates, CME futures basis,… Read More

July 12, 2025 @ 4:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Greg Cipolaro, Global Head of Research at NYDIG, noted that Bitcoin has soared to new all-time highs this week, breaching key price levels of $112K, $113K, and $116K, and climbing to nearly $119K. Cipolaro also mentioned that while the price surge has captivated investors, on-chain… Read More

May 5, 2025 @ 7:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The rise of bitcoin treasury companies is reshaping capital markets, with firms like Twenty One behind a seemingly transformative wave. Greg Cipolaro, Global Head of Research at NYDIG, recently highlighted the significant “dry powder” these companies possess, capable of driving bitcoin prices higher. This trend,… Read More

April 27, 2025 @ 9:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A research report from NYDIG highlights a shift in Bitcoin’s (BTC) market behavior, positioning it as a potential non-sovereign store of value in a landscape of growing economic and geopolitical instability. But these signs are very early and a bit pre-mature to draw an definitive… Read More

November 17, 2024 @ 8:31 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin (BTC), the flagship crypto, continued to rally after the US elections, setting another all-time high this week, the team at NYDIG noted in a recent update. As the Trump administration is starting to come into view with the naming of candidates for the various… Read More

October 21, 2024 @ 7:51 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Greg Cipolaro, Global Head of Research at NYDIG, noted that the team has recently examined the various tradeoffs of the available options for bitcoin investors to generate yield on their digital assets holdings. The NYDIG researchers explained in their latest update that the new supply… Read More

October 5, 2024 @ 5:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

NYDIG Research notes that Bitcoin rose 2.5% in the “seasonally weak” Q3 of this year as the digital asset bounced back from a decline in Q2. NYDIG Research pointed out that Bitcoin (BTC), the flagship cryptocurrency, is still the “best performing” asset/asset class during 2024,… Read More

September 30, 2024 @ 9:07 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

NYDIG Research has shared an extensive updated highlight the path for options on Bitcoin ETFs along with other key blockchain and crypto industry insights. With the SEC approving IBIT options, the research report from NYDIG looks “at the next steps required for options to begin… Read More

May 6, 2024 @ 7:51 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Recently, the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) implemented substantial adjustments to its collateral consideration for bitcoin (or any other cryptocurrency) ETFs, the NYDIG team noted. After the changes, no collateral value “will be given to any bitcoin ETF, giving them a 100% haircut.” The… Read More

April 29, 2024 @ 7:40 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin’s fixed and programmatic supply function is on display as Bitcoin experienced its fourth halving last Friday evening, the team at NYDIG noted. As noted in the report from NYDIG, fees jump following the Bitcoin halving event, albeit temporarily, as Runes “makes its debut, breaking… Read More

April 9, 2024 @ 11:25 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin experienced a solid rally of 67.0% during the quarter, marking as one of its most impressive first quarters to date, the team at NYDIG noted in a new report. This surge was primarily fueled by “the overwhelming demand for the recently introduced spot bitcoin… Read More

March 17, 2024 @ 5:13 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Collectively the spot Bitcoin ETFs have been quite successful, but even individually, most of the BTC ETFs would be considered successful compared to most ETFs, according to an extensive update from NYDIG. NYDIG researchers note that price movements and ETF flows will likely work in… Read More