- Robinhood and Coinbase key to crypto bull cycle growth.
- Institutional interest in crypto rising.
- Bernstein projects long-term market expansion.
Bernstein considers the current crypto bull cycle to be in its infancy, largely driven by institutional adoption. Key developments include Robinhoodโs 46% revenue surge from crypto trading and Coinbaseโs partnership with JPMorgan for enhanced institutional credibility.
Robinhood and Coinbase are central to the emerging crypto bull cycle, Bernstein reports indicate. The investment firm highlights increasing institutional adoption, emphasizing the growth at these platforms as pivotal elements fueling the crypto marketโs early stages.
Institutional adoption signifies a crucial moment for crypto markets, potentially prolonging the current market run. The shift from retail-driven to institution-led growth is drawing significant investor interest and impacting market dynamics positively.
Bernstein notes the positive developments at Robinhood and Coinbase as indicators of continued growth in the crypto domain. Robinhoodโs Q2 earnings show a 46% year-on-year increase, largely driven by crypto activities. At the same time, Coinbase deepens its institutional ties with major financial players.
โOur conviction in blockchain and digital assets has never been higherโฆโ โ Gautam Chhugani, Lead Analyst for Digital Assets, Bernstein
Gautam Chhugani, a leading Bernstein analyst, views the ongoing cycle as extending beyond previous speculative booms. Robinhood reported rising market volumes for cryptocurrencies like ETH and SOL, following significant platform updates. Coinbaseโs strategic collaboration with JPMorgan marks a notable shift towards traditional finance integration.
This increased institutional involvement reflects a more stable growth trajectory for cryptocurrencies. Robinhoodโs growth and Coinbaseโs partnerships offer potential avenues for broader financial integration. The crypto marketโs maturity is underlined by increasing product offerings and regulatory engagement from leading firms.
Analytic predictions of a $200,000 Bitcoin target by 2025 couple with the rise of Bitcoin ETFs managing substantial assets. Although transaction volumes fluctuate, analysts view this phase as likely to endure longer than previous cycles.
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