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Falling Bitcoin-Ether Futures Spread Shows Rising Risk Appetite for Alts
The spread between bitcoin and ether perpetual funding rates recently collapsed to an annualized level of -9%, according to data tracked by Glassnode. The decline is a sign that investors are willing to pour money into smaller, risky altcoins, expecting to generate a large profit. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents the "The Chart of the Day."
Falling Bitcoin-Ether Spread is Music to Altcoin Traders' Ears
The funding rate spread has collapsed, indicating increased appetite by traders to speculate further out on the risk curve.
Total Supply of USD-Pegged Stablecoins Hit $128B: Glassnode
A Glassnode report shows that the stablecoin sector has seen significant increases in fiat inflows, with the total supply of USD-pegged tokens reaching $128.5 billion. The report notes that the spike is predominantly fueled by USDT, which has a 74.3% market share. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
Bitcoin Worth $1B Leaves Exchanges in Largest Single-Day Outflow in 12 Months
Net outflows from exchanges are often taken to represent investors' intention to hold coins for long-term.
HODLing Stays in Vogue for Bitcoin Investors: Glassnode
As the year wraps up, HODLing seems to be the preferred dynamic among bitcoin investors, according to Glassnode. Data shows that more than 70% of the circulating bitcoin supply has been inactive for over a year. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
Bitcoin Supply Inactive for a Year Hits Record High of 70%
It appears bitcoin holders are not planning on offloading inventory at these price levels or any time soon, one observer said.
Bitcoin Held in Exchange Wallets Rising at Pace of $1.16B a Month, Data Show
The inflow comes as bitcoin has gained 7% this month, extending October's 28% rally.
Crypto Tax Platform Blockpit Buys Rival Accointing From Glassnode
The "multi-million dollar" acquisition gives Austria-based Blockpit a footprint in the U.K.
Bitcoin Investor Sentiment Shifting Towards the Negative: Glassnode
Nearly all short-term bitcoin holders are now underwater on their position, with investor confidence leaning towards the negative, according to Glassnode data. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
Nearly All Short-Term Bitcoin Owners Are Underwater, On-Chain Data Reveals
Data tracked by Glassnode shows that nearly 90% of bitcoin short term holders have held onto their coins for 155 days or less. In other words, of the 2.56 million bitcoin ($66.5 billion) held by short-term holders, around 2.26 million bitcoin have an acquisition cost higher than the going market rate. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."