Bitcoin supporter and Stanford PhD in Mathematics Fred Krueger posted on X: “BlackRock vs. Vanguard—everyone says BlackRock is the biggest, and that’s true. However, in the areas that matter most to most Americans, Vanguard is actually bigger:
- #1 in U.S. retirement savings (IRA + 401(k))
- #1 in index mutual funds (Boglehead core funds)
- #1 in direct-to-consumer investing (ordinary investors investing directly)
- #1 in passive long-term investing (the default choice for middle-class savers)
Vanguard allowing and accepting Bitcoin investments is highly significant.”
In response, Glassnode co-founder Negentropic commented: “Vanguard supporting Bitcoin and Ethereum earlier than BlackRock is even more significant, because Vanguard controls the largest pool of passive retirement funds.
This is not speculative capital: it’s automatic 401(k) contributions, target-date fund inflows, and rebalancing over decades. Once Bitcoin enters these default allocations, the buying pressure becomes structural, price-insensitive, and persistent.”
Disclaimer: The information on this page may come from third parties and does not represent the views or opinions of Gate. The content displayed on this page is for reference only and does not constitute any financial, investment, or legal advice. Gate does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information and shall not be liable for any losses arising from the use of this information. Virtual asset investments carry high risks and are subject to significant price volatility. You may lose all of your invested principal. Please fully understand the relevant risks and make prudent decisions based on your own financial situation and risk tolerance. For details, please refer to
Disclaimer.
Related Articles
Ethereum ETF Holders Stare at 43% Losses as ETH Tumbles Below $2,000—Far Worse Than Bitcoin ETF
Bloomberg Intelligence data shows the average spot Ethereum ETF investor is sitting on a 43% unrealised loss, with an estimated cost basis of \$3,500 and ETH now trading near \$1,950. That is more than double the 21% drawdown suffered by Bitcoin ETF holders.
Despite \$5.3 billion in paper losses, ETF outflows have been surprisingly modest—net inflows have only shrunk from \$15 billion to below \$12 billion—suggesting holders are refusing to capitulate. The question is not whether they ca
CryptopulseElite3m ago
This week's mining data highlights: Bitcoin mining difficulty experienced the largest single adjustment since summer 2021; Cangu has raised an additional $75.5 million, focusing on transforming into an AI distributed computing platform.
Week 7 of 2026, the average total network hash rate of Bitcoin increased to 1030 EH/s, and the price dropped to $68,401. In the mining sector, mining difficulty was significantly reduced. Bitdeer and Canaan Creative reported their January mining output and crypto reserves, respectively, while CanGu completed a $75.5 million financing.
GateNewsBot4m ago
Bitcoin futures open interest has fallen to its lowest since 2024, as waning institutional demand puts pressure on BTC prices.
On February 13, news reports indicate that Bitcoin's recent price has been under continuous pressure, failing to stay above $72,000. Meanwhile, the total open interest in Bitcoin futures has fallen to $34 billion, hitting a new low since November 2024, down approximately 28% from 30 days ago. Although the number of open contracts measured in Bitcoin remains around 502,450, indicating that overall leverage demand has not significantly decreased, forced liquidations have accumulated to $5.2 billion, intensifying market concerns that Bitcoin may fall back to the $60,000 support level.
The weak bullish leverage demand in the market highlights a decoupling of Bitcoin from traditional financial markets. Over the past month, Bitcoin has declined by 28%, with investors lacking clear catalysts. At the same time, gold prices have returned to the psychological level of $5,000, and the S&P 500 index is approaching its all-time high. Some analysts believe that the risk-averse sentiment is driven by a soft U.S. labor market. Data from the U.S. Department of Labor shows that only 181,000 new jobs are expected to be added in 2025, below expectations, but the White House emphasizes that slowing population growth is leading to decreased job demand.
GateNewsBot9m ago
CryptoQuant: The seven-day average realized net loss for Bitcoin has reached $2.3 billion, the largest decline since 2021.
Analyst IT Tech pointed out in the CryptoQuant report that the seven-day average realized net loss for Bitcoin has reached $2.3 billion, making it one of the largest panic sell-offs in history, second only to the 2021 crash and the 2022 Luna/FTX events. Currently, Bitcoin is priced at approximately $66,600, down nearly 50% from its peak last year.
GateNewsBot18m ago
Data: 151.66 BTC transferred from an anonymous address to Cumberland DRW, valued at approximately $3,331,100.
ChainCatcher reports that, according to Arkham data, at 11:39, 151.66 BTC (worth approximately $3,331,100) was transferred from multiple anonymous addresses to Cumberland DRW.
GateNewsBot21m ago
JPMorgan Cuts Bitcoin Production Cost to $77K, Stays Positive on Crypto in 2026
JPMorgan estimates Bitcoin’s production cost has dropped to \$77,000 from \$90,000 since January, driven by a 15% decline in mining difficulty—the steepest since China’s 2021 ban. Historically a soft price floor, this level suggests miner capitulation is nearing its end. The bank remains bullish on 2026, forecasting institutional inflows, not retail speculation, to fuel the next rally, and reiterates its \$266,000 long‑term Bitcoin target.
CryptopulseElite33m ago
