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The speed at which Solana and XRP futures gained traction shows institutions want more than BTC/ETH exposure.
Andjela Radmilac 3 min read 
Short-term expiries are locking price near $113k–$115k, but year-end structures remove the airbrakes and leave room for larger swings.
The speculation about an upcoming ASTER token buyback amplifies trader interest amid impressive market performance.
mXRP's swift adoption underscores investor eagerness to unlock fresh utility for long dormant XRP.
Bitcoin volatility stays near multi-year lows as models map $130,000 to $200,000 path into 2025.
Hyperliquid considers removing its supply cap, aligning with flexible issuance policies seen in Ethereum and Solana.
Avantis and Aster led newcomer performance as total value locked (TVL) migrated toward newer protocols despite sector-wide retracement.
On-chain data indicates that $115,200 is a significant level for Bitcoin, as it represents the cost basis of approximately 95% of the supply.
Hyperliquid's looming token release schedule and new competitors drive Maelstrom's risk-based asset liquidation.
