Bitcoin is currently priced at $75,865 showing a +0.38% increase, while Ethereum is at $2,895, up by +6.36% in the past 24 hours. The market's 24-hour long/short ratio in the futures market was almost balanced at 50.1% long versus 49.9% short positions. The Fear and Greed Index, which measures market sentiment, was at 77 yesterday and is now at Greed level at 70 today. With the U.S. presidential election outcome here and the 47th President of the United States announced, the crypto world is experiencing a surge in activity. From political memecoins tied to election outcomes today to major fund inflows driven by political hype, the intersection of politics and cryptocurrency has created a whirlwind of speculation and opportunity. 

Donald Trump ’s recent re-election is sending shockwaves through the crypto market as Bitcoin surges to new highs, Solana’s price nears $200, crypto stocks soar and Bitcoin ETFs hit record trading volumes. With a pro-crypto president now in office the market is buzzing with predictions that Bitcoin could reach $100,000 by Inauguration Day.

1. The Federal Reserve announced a rate cut of 25 basis points.

2. Ripple’s CEO has called on Trump to swiftly reform U.S. cryptocurrency regulation after assuming office.

3. The market cap of cbBTC has surpassed $1 billion, and Coinbase’s introduction of cbBTC to Solana is expected to encourage DeFi development on the platform.

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Bitcoin smashed through the $76,000 mark on November 6 hitting an all-time high just one day after Trump’s win. Over the past week Bitcoin has risen over six percent signaling strong momentum with Trump in office. Trump has pledged to make the United States the world’s top crypto hub and investors believe his policies could fuel even more gains.

In January Bitcoin saw its first major push when the SEC approved the first US Bitcoin ETF pushing prices to $73,000. Now analysts are optimistic that Trump’s presidency could drive Bitcoin to hit $100,000 by January. A report from Copper Research predicts that ETFs could hold as much as 1.1 million Bitcoin by Inauguration Day if the momentum holds. Copper’s head of research Fadi Abualfa believes that the rally will continue with Trump’s pro-Bitcoin policies.

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The 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) at $70,290 supports Bitcoin’s bullish momentum. Investors will watch the $75,450 resistance closely, as clearing this level could solidify Bitcoin’s path toward $100,000.

Crypto Stocks and Altcoins Surge Due to Election Outcome

Trump’s victory also triggered a rally in US crypto stocks and altcoins. Coinbase’s stock price jumped by 31% while companies like Robinhood MARA Holdings and Riot Platforms saw double-digit gains. Even altcoins responded with tokens like Uniswap surging by 35 percent as Trump’s regulatory promises have fueled optimism in the market. With a lighter regulatory approach expected from the new administration crypto traders see a path for growth especially in decentralized finance projects.

Solana futures aggregate open interest, SOL. Source: CoinGlass

Solana (SOL) has captured significant attention following Donald Trump’s election win, reaching its highest value in seven months as demand surges among traders and institutions alike. Between November 5 and November 7, Solana’s price climbed by 22.5%, reflecting a larger rally in the altcoin market that has paralleled Bitcoin’s impressive gains. With SOL now inching toward $200, analysts are watching closely as on chain metrics and institutional interest continue to rise, potentially setting the stage for Solana to become one of the most attractive assets in the cryptocurrency market.

The Republican victory, led by a pro-crypto Trump administration, has raised hopes for more favorable regulations, which could benefit platforms like Solana that offer rapid, low-cost transactions and a robust ecosystem for decentralized finance (DeFi) and NFT projects. Investors see Solana as well-positioned to capitalize on this shifting regulatory landscape, with high-speed processing and scalability that make it appealing for a wide range of applications. This optimism has driven up interest in Solana futures, reaching a record 21.1 million SOL on November 7—a total of $4 billion in nominal terms.

Solana 8-hour average funding rate. Source: CoinGlass

The current 8-hour SOL funding rate is 0.017%, which works out to around 1.5% monthly, showing a neutral-to-bullish outlook. During high market excitement, leverage costs for longs can climb to 2.1% or higher. This rate shows moderate optimism, indicating a chance for more upward movement.

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Elon Musk is also stepping into the spotlight with his Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E) making a reference to his beloved DOGE coin, this is an initiative aimed at reducing U.S. government inefficiency. On the November 4th podcast with Joe Rogan, Musk discussed the issues of inefficiency and overreach within the federal government. Musk’s initiative aligns with Trump’s goals for a leaner government focused on economic growth. Musk warned of the growing national debt which he says now exceeds the Defense Department’s budget and could lead to economic troubles. His proposed strategy includes downsizing certain agencies and providing severance to affected employees. Musk’s approach could streamline operations in a way that impacts sectors like finance and tech with deregulation driving future growth.

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When it comes to finance issues, Musk didn’t hold back:

“Interest payments on the national debt now exceed the Defense Department budget… we’re on a path to bankruptcy.”

That’s a huge amount. The defense budget is already enormous, making this comparison even more striking. His experience navigating government regulations with Tesla and SpaceX lends credibility to this perspective.

The Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E.) initiative, proposed by Musk and supported by the Trump administration, aims to streamline federal operations. This initiative has the potential to influence various sectors beyond government, similar to the impact of Musk's ventures in cryptocurrency.

As the D.O.G.E. initiative gains attention, significant changes in federal operations may be forthcoming, reflecting a broader shift towards efficiency and reduced bureaucratic constraints.

BTC/USDT price chart | Source: KuCoin 

Trump’s win led to unprecedented trading activity for BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF. On November 6 BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust recorded over 4.1 billion in trading volume. This was more volume than even major stocks like Netflix or Visa. Bloomberg’s Eric Balchunas called it the second-best trading day for IBIT since its launch. Other Bitcoin ETFs also saw increased activity signaling a strong investor response to the election outcome. Analysts see this as a bullish sign for Bitcoin ETFs which have dominated the ETF market this year.

With Trump’s support for crypto in play analysts believe that demand for Bitcoin ETFs and other crypto assets could continue to rise. ETF Store president Nate Geraci noted that Bitcoin ETFs accounted for six of the top ten ETF launches in 2024. Many expect Trump’s pro-crypto policies to drive additional ETF applications including funds holding altcoins like Solana and XRP.

Fadi Aboualfa of Copper.co projects that Bitcoin could reach $100,000 by January. With Trump’s support and rising demand for Bitcoin ETFs this prediction reflects growing confidence in the crypto market.

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Trump’s re-election has fueled a Bitcoin rally crypto stocks have surged and ETFs have reached record highs. The potential for Bitcoin to hit $100,000 by Inauguration Day reflects investor optimism for a pro-crypto administration and also Solana nearing $200 paints a bright future for the token. With Trump in office the crypto industry anticipates significant growth and regulatory support. This moment could mark the start of a new era for Bitcoin and digital assets with lasting impacts on finance and government policy.

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