Weekend Recap: ETF Volumes, BlackRock’s Position, and a Saylor Signal
Over the weekend, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded their highest weekly trading volume to date, $25 billion. This is a clear sign that institutional interest in Bitcoin market remains strong.
BlackRock, in particular, continues to lead among ETF providers. It has now gone 30 days without any withdrawals from its fund and holds about 3.3% of the total Bitcoin supply, valued at approximately $71 billion.
Meanwhile, Michael Saylor, the executive chairman of MicroStrategy, posted a message hinting at a possible new Bitcoin purchase. His firm already holds a large amount of BTC, so this may suggest another addition is coming soon.
In regulatory news, the SEC is reviewing a proposal to allow Bitcoin index options to be traded on Nasdaq. If approved, this would expand the range of regulated financial instruments tied to Bitcoin, which could attract more institutional investors.
Token Unlocks This Week
Here are the upcoming token unlocks to watch. These events release previously locked tokens into circulation, which can sometimes affect price depending on market conditions and investor response:
Yield Guild Games (YGG)
Date: May 27, 2025
Unlock Value: 1.52M USDT
% of Circulating Supply: 1.23%
Number of Tokens: 6.44M YGG
BIO Protocol (BIO)
Date: May 28, 2025
Unlock Value: 28.38M USDT
% of Circulating Supply: 17.37%
Number of Tokens: 291.27M BIO
Renzo (REZ)
Date: May 30, 2025
Unlock Value: 5.39M USDT
% of Circulating Supply: 12.16%
Number of Tokens: 320.03M REZ
Kamino Finance (KMNO)
Date: May 30, 2025
Unlock Value: 6.49M USDT
% of Circulating Supply: 5.50%
Number of Tokens: 83.33M KMNO
Optimism (OP)
Date: May 31, 2025
Unlock Value: 26.15M USDT
% of Circulating Supply: 1.83%
Number of Tokens: 31.34M OP
SUI (SUI)
Date: June 1, 2025
Unlock Value: 114.56M USDT
% of Circulating Supply: 0.88%
Number of Tokens: 29.30M SUI
DYDX (DYDX)
Date: June 1, 2025
Unlock Value: 6.01M USDT
% of Circulating Supply: 1.07%
Number of Tokens: 8.33M DYDX
ZetaChain (ZETA)
Date: June 1, 2025
Unlock Value: 3.74M USDT
% of Circulating Supply: 1.58%
Number of Tokens: 13.13M ZETA
U.S. Economic Data to Watch This Week
This week includes several important economic releases in the U.S. that could influence markets broadly, including crypto, stocks, and bonds.
- Monday – Markets Closed (Holiday)
U.S. markets will be shut for a public holiday, leading to a quiet start to the week. - Tuesday – Consumer Confidence (CB Index)
This measures how optimistic consumers feel about the economy. High confidence usually supports spending and growth, while a decline might signal caution in households and businesses. - Wednesday – Federal Reserve Meeting Minutes
These notes provide insights into what central bank officials were thinking during their last meeting. Investors will be looking for any signs of a shift in interest rate policy, especially hints about when rate cuts might happen. - Thursday – Q1 GDP Revision
This updated report shows how the U.S. economy performed in the first quarter of 2025. A stronger number could delay rate cuts, while weaker growth might push the Federal Reserve toward easing policy sooner. - Friday – Core PCE Inflation (April)
This is the Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of inflation. If it comes in lower than expected, it strengthens the case for cutting interest rates. If it’s higher, it may signal that inflation is still a concern. - Friday – University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment
This final report for the month includes inflation expectations and consumer mood. A change in inflation expectations can influence future policy decisions.
Summary
Between strong ETF demand, large token unlocks, and a full calendar of economic reports, this week is expected to bring notable movement across crypto and traditional markets. For investors, staying informed and focused on the bigger picture will be key.
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