Index

A crypto Index provides a way for investors to gain diversified exposure to a specific basket of digital assets through a single tokenized product. These indices often track specific sectors, such as DeFi, DePIN, or RWA, and are automatically rebalanced via smart contracts. In 2026, AI-managed thematic indices have become the gold standard for passive investing, allowing users to track the "blue chips" of the Web3 economy without manual portfolio management. This tag covers index methodology, rebalancing frequency, and the benefits of diversified crypto baskets.

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Created: 2026/02/02 18:52
Updated: 2026/02/02 18:52
South Korea Restricts Firms From Including Coinbase, Strategy in ETF Portfolios

South Korea Restricts Firms From Including Coinbase, Strategy in ETF Portfolios

The Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), South Korea’s integrated financial regulator, has recommended asset management firms “not to excessively include” crypto stocks like Coinbase and Strategy in their ETFs portfolios. The regulator has issued verbal guidance to domestic firms, restricting the proportion of crypto companies in ETFs, Herald reported . The directive indicates that the 2017 administrative guidance related to virtual currencies is still valid and must be followed. Additionally, the FSS administrative guidance comprises provisions restricting financial institutions from “holding, purchasing, acquiring collateral, and investing in virtual assets.” “Recently, there has been a trend of deregulation related to virtual assets in the U.S. and Korea, but there have been no specific laws or guidelines established yet,” an FSS official noted. “This means that existing guidelines should be followed until the new system is complete.” South Korea’s Existing Digital Asset Guidelines Since 2017, Korean regulators have prohibited corporate transactions in virtual assets . The government’s decision at that time was driven by concerns over money laundering, given that corporate trading was seen as posing higher risks compared to individual trading. On December 13, 2017, the Korean government announced emergency measures in response to the increasingly speculative domestic cryptocurrency market. Domestic-Listed ETFs Hold Over 10% of ‘Coin Theme’ Stock: FSS The FSS guidance is interpreted as considering the recent rapid increase in ‘coin theme’ stocks, including coin exchanges and mining companies, being included in ETF markets. Among domestic listed ETFs, there are many products with a virtual asset-related stock proportion exceeding 10%, the report noted. For instance, the Korea Investment Trust Management’s ‘ACE US Stock Bestseller ETF’ holds Coinbase with a proportion of 14.59%. Similarly, ‘KoACT US Nasdaq Growth Company Active ETF’ also holds 7.44% of Coinbase, 6.04% of MicroStrategy, adding a total of 13.48% with the relevant stocks. According to industry insiders, these are passive ETFs that are structured to directly track an index. Besides, it is difficult to exclude passive ETFs. “If stocks are arbitrarily excluded without changing the index, the gap rate could skyrocket,” one industry insider noted. “I understand the regulatory tone, but it is not easy to respond immediately.” The local market has also argued that it isn’t fair to apply regulatory standards only to domestic ETFs, as they are already making indirect investments through ETFs of US-listed crypto investment companies. “Restricting only domestic ETFs will not stop the flow of funds, and in reality, many investors are already bypassing the market with U.S. ETFs,” another source noted. “It is questionable whether the regulations will be effective in reality.”

Author: CryptoNews
Arthur Hayes' latest prediction: Trump's fascist economy will ignite the crypto bull market, and Bitcoin will reach $250,000 by the end of the year!

Arthur Hayes' latest prediction: Trump's fascist economy will ignite the crypto bull market, and Bitcoin will reach $250,000 by the end of the year!

Unveiling the secret waltz between Trump’s “fascist economy” and the crypto bull market — the deadly dance between Bitcoin and the “credit drum”, are you following the dance with your

Author: PANews
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba may announce his resignation, the yen fell in the short term, and Japanese stocks rose

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba may announce his resignation, the yen fell in the short term, and Japanese stocks rose

PANews reported on July 23 that according to Jinshi, the Nikkei 225 index extended its gains and stood above 41,000 points, up more than 3% on the day. The short-term

Author: PANews
The US SEC approved Bitwise's application for conversion of crypto index funds, but then urgently stopped it

The US SEC approved Bitwise's application for conversion of crypto index funds, but then urgently stopped it

PANews reported on July 23 that according to The Block, the U.S. SEC's Division of Trading and Markets approved the "accelerated conversion" application of the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index ETF

Author: PANews
What the market is telling us about altcoin season?

What the market is telling us about altcoin season?

Are signs like falling Bitcoin dominance, rising funding rates, and altcoin breakouts enough to declare that a full altcoin season has begun? Bitcoin climbs, altcoins gain attention Bitcoin (BTC) reached a new high near $123,000 in mid-July 2025, extending its…

Author: Crypto.news
Why is crypto down today? BTC, ETH, XRP dip as market rally cools

Why is crypto down today? BTC, ETH, XRP dip as market rally cools

A market-wide pullback has pushed several tokens into the red, with most trading below or testing key support levels. According to crypto.news data on July 22, 2025, the crypto market has been trending lower over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin…

Author: Crypto.news
Bitcoin dominance slides as Ethereum market share jumps to 11.6%

Bitcoin dominance slides as Ethereum market share jumps to 11.6%

Ethereum’s rising market share, regulatory clarity, and whale activity signal a possible shift, as Bitcoin dominance slides and institutional interest shifts. According to insights shared by QCP Capital on X on July 21, Bitcoin (BTC) dominance has slipped from 64%…

Author: Crypto.news
Monero Price Forecast: XMR bears take control of momentum

Monero Price Forecast: XMR bears take control of momentum

Monero (XMR) price is showing early signs of weakness on Tuesday after its price, currently at around $320, broke below the ascending trendline and traders' short positions on the token are rising.

Author: Fxstreet
Altcoin Season Indicators: Ethereum Rockets 21%, XRP Hits ATH as Bitcoin Dominance Wanes

Altcoin Season Indicators: Ethereum Rockets 21%, XRP Hits ATH as Bitcoin Dominance Wanes

Bitcoin’s dominance is starting to slip as capital flows into a broader set of digital assets. From Ethereum’s sharp breakout to the resurgence of meme coins, the market has entered a phase of visible diversification. This raises a familiar question: Is an altcoin season underway? While the term often generates hype, verifying its arrival requires more than anecdotal gains. This analysis examines current price action, dominance metrics, and altcoin season indicators to assess whether the shift is technical noise or the beginning of a deeper rotation. Performance Snapshot: Ethereum, XRP, and Meme Tokens Ethereum surged from under $3,100 to over $3,750 in the first three weeks of July 2025, according to CoinMarketCap. The move coincided with a wave of liquidations and rising ETH inflows, especially into derivatives platforms. Market watchers tied the rally to anticipation around scaling upgrades and ETH’s improving market share. ↗️ #Crypto market is up today, the market cap has surpassed $4 trillion, #BTC is back above $120,350, #ETH is nearing $4,000, and ETH spot #ETFs saw the second-highest inflows yet. https://t.co/j23H5XZsPn — Cryptonews.com (@cryptonews) July 18, 2025 XRP outperformed even more dramatically. On July 17, it breached its previous all-time high, touching $3.49 before retreating slightly. CoinMarketCap data confirms this level marked a new price discovery zone, aided by regulatory clarity in Asia and adoption by financial services platforms. It is currently trading at $3.61. DOGE also participated in the rally. While not reaching new highs, it climbed nearly 40% in a two-week window, driven by retail enthusiasm and Elon Musk’s renewed social mentions. This broader participation suggests the rally was not limited to high-cap utility tokens alone. Interpreting the Climb with Altcoin Season Index As of July 21, the Altcoin Season Index— tracked by Blockchaincenter —stands at 59. This index measures the number of top 50 coins outperforming Bitcoin over the last 90 days. While 75 is the official “altcoin season” threshold, the current level marks a steep climb from 28 in early June. It shows a shift in relative strength, especially when paired with falling Bitcoin dominance. The trend is clear, even if the season isn’t official yet. CMC Altcoin Season Index (Source: CoinMarketCap) Similarly, the CMC Altcoin Season Index tracks the performance of 100 altcoins relative to Bitcoin for the past 90 days and is currently showing a reading of 56. Bitcoin Dominance and Capital Migration Bitcoin dominance dropped to 60.49% this week, its lowest level since March, according to TradingView’s BTC.D chart . The decline mirrors the expanding inflows into Ethereum, meme assets, and select infrastructure tokens. Historically, BTC.D falling below 50% has marked a transition toward broader risk appetite. ETH’s share of total market cap rose 1.5% in July, while DeFi tokens like AAVE and UNI posted double-digit weekly gains. These shifts show a familiar pattern: capital exits Bitcoin for potentially higher-yield altcoins when market sentiment turns risk-on. That behavior is now repeating, albeit more selectively than in prior cycles. Infrastructure Tokens and the Flight to Utility Analysts are flagging a parallel theme beneath the meme hype: a rotation into infrastructure plays with perceived longevity. Chainlink (LINK) , trading around $19, is attracting institutional interest again. LINK’s cross-chain interoperability could be seen as essential to upcoming RWAs and enterprise integrations. Cardano (ADA) Price (Source: CoinMarketCap) Cardano (ADA) has risen by more than 50% over the past month, buoyed by recent ecosystem launches and expanded stablecoin options. ADA’s sustained community development and regulatory alignment could be factors in its rebound. Avalanche (AVAX), also up 50% over the past 30 days, is being watched for subnetwork upgrades. Analysts argue that these layer-1s are regaining traction not as Ethereum killers but as specialized tools for selective growth sectors. A Measured But Shifting Environment A full altcoin season is not yet confirmed. But with rising participation, declining BTC dominance, and renewed attention on utility-based tokens, the conditions are forming. If momentum continues, the coming weeks could mark a decisive phase in crypto’s internal capital rotation. Altcoin market cycles often move in phases, with early breakouts in majors like ETH and XRP followed by delayed gains in mid- and small-cap tokens. If historical patterns hold, the current broadening could indicate a more sustained altcoin-led period. However, volatility remains high, and sector rotations can reverse quickly. Investors should continue monitoring key indicators like dominance, volume flows, and relative strength to navigate what may be the early innings of an altcoin resurgence.

Author: CryptoNews
XRP News: Savvy Investors Turn to IOTA Miner Cloud Mining to Add a Steady Income Every Day

XRP News: Savvy Investors Turn to IOTA Miner Cloud Mining to Add a Steady Income Every Day

While XRP has stimulated market enthusiasm with an astonishing 32% increase, the latest report warns: in the past three days, XRP whale addresses have transferred more than 180 million tokens to exchanges, and the risk of liquidation is approaching the highest level of the year. In the face of drastic fluctuations, investors should not only hold their coins and wait and see, but also actively diversify their layout – transfer their assets to the free cloud mining platform IOTAMiner. The platform supports a variety of mainstream currencies such as XRP, BTC, ETH, SOL, etc., and the daily passive income can reach $7,977, providing stable protection for your wealth appreciation. What Is IOTAMiner? Founded in 2018 and headquartered in the UK, IOTAMiner is a cloud mining platform with seven years of reputation, covering 100+ countries and serving more than 9 million users. As the world’s first cloud mining pioneer that combines artificial intelligence with renewable energy, IOTAMiner holds a strategic reserve of 8,000+ bitcoins, operates in full compliance, and is committed to providing users with 100% return on investment guarantee. What Is Cloud Mining? Cloud mining refers to users renting remote computing power from the platform, and the platform hosts the mining machine for maintenance. Users do not need to purchase equipment and pay electricity bills, and share mining income according to computing power through contracts. This model has a low-cost and controllable threshold. IOTAMiner Advantages Get a $15 welcome gift upon registration, and start your cloud mining journey easily. Decentralized computing power + AI intelligent scheduling, one-stop cloud mining, safe, reliable, efficient and convenient. 100% renewable energy drive (solar energy, wind energy), green and environmentally friendly with no carbon footprint. Transparent pricing throughout the process, no hidden fees, and clear benefits. Promote the affiliate program, get up to $80,000 in generous rewards, and easily expand extra income. How to Use IOTAMiner 1: Free registration & newbie gift Complete the registration in 1 minute and get a $15 reward ; automatically receive $0.60 every day, and there is no threshold for passive income. 2: Choose a mining contract A variety of computing power packages are available, supporting mainstream currencies such as BTC, LTC, DOGE, etc.; short-term contracts are suitable for trial, and long-term contracts help to increase value steadily. 3: Automatic mining & withdrawal After the contract takes effect, the system will automatically mine and transfer the income directly to the account every day; you can check the income details at any time, and the balance ≥$100 can be flexibly withdrawn or renewed. Users can choose from the following options: Contract Plan funds Net Profit LTC – L7 9500 MH/s $100 $100 + $4 BTC – Avalon Miner A15194T $500 $500 + $30 BTC – Bitcoin Miner S21 Hyd $1,500 $1,500 + $225 DOGE – Scrypt ASIC Miners $4,000 $4,000 + $1,092 BTC – WhatsMiner M60S+ $6,000 $6,000 + $2,520 BTC/BCH – Avalon Air Box40 ft $25,000 $25,000 + $14,000 Income description “Mining income will be automatically credited to your account the day after the contract takes effect.” “When your account balance reaches $100, you can withdraw to your personal wallet, or continue to purchase contracts to achieve continuous rolling appreciation.” Extra income·Promotion rewards Join the IOTAMiner promotion program, the more new users you recommend, the higher the commission you can get, easily unlock unlimited passive income, and significantly increase mining income. Cloud mining·Financial freedom One-stop cloud mining service, without hardware and technical thresholds, provides you with a stable and efficient way to increase asset value if you are pursuing a second income or high income. Conclusion XRP’s short-term gains cannot hide the increased risk signals behind it. When the whales show their intention to leave, savvy investors have turned to action – seeking asset diversification and more stable passive cash flow. The convenient, multi-currency cloud mining service provided by IOTA Miner caters to this demand, allowing investors to use existing crypto assets (including XRP) to open up new stable passive income positions in volatile markets. Get started now . Official website: https://iotaminer.com/ Contact email: [email protected] Android or Apple version download: https://iotaminer.com/xml/index.html#/app

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