Canary Capital has filed with the SEC to launch a U.S. Tron (TRX) ETF that would include staking benefits, allowing investors to earn extra yield. 

The S&P 500 futures fall 1.5% amid US-China trade concerns and Fed warning; over 100 companies will report earnings this week. Gold hit a record ~$3,375, up 1.43%, on safe-haven demand amid tariff and geopolitical worries. Fed hawkishness may cap gains. CoinDesk Indices, which tracks the broader crypto market, rose 1.80% in the past 24 hours, while Bitcoin and Ether gained 2.70% and 3.41%, respectively. Trade these markets and more with up to 500x leverage on Bybit MT5 using this 

Today's top performer is STX, up 9.4%, following the announcement of Stacks gaining institutional support with major exchange listings and custodian backing.

Stacks (STX), founded in 2013, is a cryptocurrency project that enhances the Bitcoin blockchain by enabling decentralized apps (DApps) and smart contracts without altering Bitcoin's features. It operates as a Bitcoin Layer 2 (L2) blockchain, ensuring security through Bitcoin while allowing developers to build modular applications on top of the network. 

 with its listing on top 15 exchanges, the launch of the Grayscale STX Trust, and support from top-tier custodians like BitGo, Copper, and Figment.

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Canary Capital has filed with the SEC to launch a U.S. Tron (TRX) ETF that would include staking benefits, allowing investors to earn extra yield. This proposal is part of a broader trend, with Canary also seeking approval for ETFs based on assets like XRP, Solana, and Sui. The fund would aim to provide exposure to Tron’s price, but the SEC has yet to approve staking in crypto ETFs. This move follows the success of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, which have attracted significant institutional interest.

During the week of April 14–18, 2025, U.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded a modest net inflow of $13.7 million, entirely from non-GBTC products, as GBTC saw no activity. Since inception, total net inflows have reached $35.5 billion, with non-GBTC ETFs contributing $58.3 billion and GBTC experiencing $22.8 billion in outflows.

Orochi Network airdrop participants can now 

 their earned $ON tokens on the Monad Testnet to increase their Bonus Level and earn rewards faster. A minimum of 50 ON is required for the first claim, and subsequent claims have no minimum. New users can still join by signing up and starting the Prover. Daily check-ins open at 6 AM UTC and fill up quickly.

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There are a total of five ways you can buy USDC on Bybit: via Bybit P2P, Bybit One-Click Buy, Auto-Invest, Bybit Card and Bybit Convert. Learn more here.

 that maintains a 1:1 value with the US dollar through full reserves held in regulated financial institutions. This stability makes USDC an attractive option for traders looking to participate in the crypto market with reduced price volatility.

In this guide, we’ll explore the multiple ways to buy USDC on Bybit, detailing five distinct purchasing methods tailored to different preferences. You'll also discover practical applications for your USDC holdings, from trading opportunities to payment solutions and investment strategies.

Whether you prefer trading directly with other users or making quick purchases with a credit card, there's an option for you. Let's examine each method in detail.

 allows individuals and businesses to buy and sell USDC via peer-to-peer mode without intermediaries. You simply transact with another trader to purchase or sell your crypto with zero fees.

There are two main parties on the P2P platform — makers and takers. Makers place ads for buying or selling cryptocurrency, while takers are the users who place orders through the existing ads created by makers. Neither makers nor takers pay any fees on completed orders.

If you decide to go the P2P route to buy your USDC, you can either place a buy ad as a maker, or select an existing offer as a taker. Placing ads is completely free, although specific trading activity requirements exist. If you're a beginning trader on the platform, and want the easiest way to purchase USDC, selecting an offer from an existing ad as a taker is probably the preferred route.

If you need to trade USDC in large volumes (typically tens or hundreds of thousands of USDC per transaction), you may also choose to consider 

, which offers high order limits — up to $200,000 per order — as well as expedited transaction processing.

 feature to complete your USDC order efficiently. HotSwap combines offers from P2P traders with liquidity options from third parties, potentially delivering more choices and options.

Steps for buying USDC via the standard P2P option

2. How to buy USDC via Bybit One-Click Buy

The One-Click Buy service lets you quickly purchase crypto using several supported payment modes: P2P, bank card payments, third-party payments and your account's fiat balance. You can use a credit or debit card (including the Mastercard-powered 

), bank transfers, Apple Pay, Google Pay and other payment methods.

 is another way to purchase USDC on Bybit. The Auto-Invest option allows you to automatically buy crypto at regular intervals using the popular 

Bybit Card is a Mastercard crypto debit card that allows you to make online payments. The card is available to users in specific regions — EEA and CH, AIFC, Australia, Brazil and Argentina — with more locations to be added in the future. It's accepted by more than 90 million merchants within the Mastercard network. Upon successfully applying for your Bybit Card, you may proceed to 

 while you order and wait for your physical card to arrive. 

It's easy to buy USDC using the Bybit Card, as you enjoy reward features like loyalty points and cashback for USDC transactions. The steps for buying USDC using the Bybit Card are nearly the same as shown above in the One-Click Buy section, the only difference being that you'll need to specify your Bybit Card as the preferred payment method.

 lets you easily swap crypto assets without directly trading through the P2P route or other channels. Using Bybit's order books, the platform matches your order with current suitable orders and executes the requested swap. By leveraging Bybit's vast trading volumes and activity, Bybit Convert enables swift and efficient swaps.

If you have non-USDC crypto funds in your account, you can take advantage of the 

 function to buy the stablecoin as follows:

Steps to for buying USDC via Bybit Convert

USDC is more than just a stablecoin for trading; it offers various applications within and beyond the Bybit ecosystem.

USDC serves as a reliable base currency for trading various cryptocurrencies on Bybit.

Trading with USDC helps mitigate volatility risks between trades, as its value remains stable at approximately $1, allowing traders to preserve capital during market downturns.

USDC has emerged as a popular payment method due to its stability and wide acceptance.

Platforms on which users can make USDC payments include Travala for travel bookings, Newegg for electronics, and various crypto-friendly merchants via payment processors, such as BitPay and Coinbase Commerce.

USDC offers various investment opportunities on Bybit and beyond.

The benefit of investing with USDC is that your principal amount remains stable while generating returns, which is particularly attractive in volatile market conditions.

USDC combines dollar stability with digital efficiency on the Bybit platform. This guide has detailed five ways to purchase USDC, and explored its versatile applications for trading, payments and investing. Armed with this knowledge, you can confidently navigate Bybit's ecosystem and make the most of what USDC has to offer.

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Apr 21, 2025: Our weekly Institutional Insights explores the latest market developments — market performance, industry news, exchange-traded fund (ETF) flows, trending topics, upcoming events and token unlocks — to help you supercharge your crypto trading.

 explores the latest market developments — market performance, industry news, exchange-traded fund (ETF) flows, trending topics, upcoming events and token unlocks — to help you supercharge your crypto trading.

Weekly highlight — Trump wants to fire Powell? 

US president Donald Trump is actively considering firing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, following Trump's public criticism of Powell for not moving quickly enough to reduce interest rates. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett confirmed that the administration is examining this option, suggesting that Powell's actions have politically favored Democrats. Hassett argued that the Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates shortly after Trump took office was intended to undermine the economic impact of the tax cuts implemented during his administration, which were deemed inflationary. He further criticized the Fed for not addressing inflation concerns stemming from federal spending under President Biden, implying a lack of accountability.

During a recent press conference, Trump conveyed his dissatisfaction with Powell, asserting that if he wanted to remove him, it could happen "real fast." While he did not explicitly state his intention to dismiss Powell, his remarks highlighted the growing tensions between the White House and the Federal Reserve regarding monetary policy. Hassett defended Trump's frustrations, advocating for a focus on economic policy rather than interpersonal conflicts. This situation underscores the complex dynamics between the executive branch and the central bank, as Trump navigates economic challenges leading up to the next election.

Weekly crypto highlight — XRP ETF coming

HashKey Capital has officially launched the HashKey XRP Tracker Fund, marking the first investment fund in Asia designed specifically to track the performance of XRP, the digital asset integral to Ripple's global payment ecosystem. This fund is aimed at professional investors and offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to XRP without the complexities of direct asset management. Investors can subscribe through cash and in-kind options, with the fund providing monthly liquidity.

Ripple, as an early backer of the fund, is looking to enhance its strategic partnership with HashKey Capital, which already manages Hong Kong–listed spot ETFs for Bitcoin and Ethereum. This collaboration not only solidifies Ripple's presence in the Asian market, but also opens avenues for future financial products, such as the potential tokenization of a money market fund on the XRP Ledger. Fiona Murray, Ripple's Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific region, highlighted that this partnership is part of a broader strategy to introduce more regulated cryptocurrency products for institutional investors in the region, aiming to foster a more robust crypto landscape in Asia.

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Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has approved a new Ethereum ETF with staking capabilities, allowing institutional investors to earn staking rewards.

Daily top performer — Pyth Network (PYTH)

The S&P 500 dropped 1.5% to 5,282.70 this week, down 5.9% in April and 10% year-to-date, led by tech losses. Real estate and energy outperformed, while political pressure on Fed Chair Powell and inflation concerns weighed on sentiment. Gold dipped 0.6% to $3,319 after a record high, as Powell’s stagflation warning tempered its rally. Despite the pullback, the uptrend remains intact. The Coindesk Indices, which tracks the broader crypto market, are up by 0.77%, with Bitcoin and Ether rising 0.64% and 0.72%, respectively, over the past 24 hours. Trade these markets and more with up to 500x leverage on Bybit MT5 using this 

Today's top performer is PYTH, up 10.1%, following the launch of Pyth Entropy for secure on-chain random number generation by Soneium.

Pyth Network (PYTH),  is a blockchain oracle system that delivers real-time crypto price data to blockchains, enabling smart contracts to react to market changes. Soneium 

 Pyth Entropy, a tool for securely generating random numbers on-chain. Two apps, HandsNFT AI and 2p2e, are already utilizing Pyth Entropy to create unpredictable and engaging experiences.

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has approved a new Ethereum ETF with staking capabilities, allowing institutional investors to earn staking rewards. This approval follows recent changes to local laws, with China Asset Management (ChinaAMC) partnering with OSL Digital Securities to launch the ETF by May 15. The ETF will offer exposure to Ethereum staking, transforming it from a passive investment into an active participant in the Ethereum network. The staking process is powered by Kiln, with OSL providing custody and insurance services. The rewards will contribute to the ETF's net asset value, benefiting shareholders.

Yesterday, Bitcoin spot ETFs saw $25.9M in inflows, all from non-GBTC funds, while GBTC recorded no flow.

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Wondering whether to upgrade to the Bybit Unified Trading Account? Check out this article to find out which kind of trader it's best suited for.

As a leading cryptocurrency exchange, Bybit has progressively improved and expanded its products and services to meet the evolving needs of its users. Some of its many products include Spot, Derivatives and Options. Until recently, Bybit users have often held multiple accounts to take advantage of all of the exchange’s features. However, managing multiple accounts can be both limiting and complicated for many users. To improve the user experience, the Bybit Unified Trading Account has recently been introduced.

What Is the Bybit Unified Trading Account?

The Bybit Unified Trading Account offers exciting features to 

 of cryptocurrency traders. For example, because all of the accounts are managed collectively, users can borrow cryptocurrencies based on their total portfolio value rather than on the value of a single account. The Bybit Unified Trading Account supports more than 60 unique assets that can be used as collateral for borrowing purposes. Trades with any cryptocurrencies can be completed, provided sufficient funds are available. Additional features include auto-borrower, cross-asset collateral, netted profit and loss, and margining using unrealized profits.

Who Should Use the Bybit Unified Trading Account?

With the Bybit Unified Trading Account, users can access five trading products with only one click. These products include 

. This account is available to all users through the website, the API or the app. More than that, its ease of use and its functionality make it beneficial to all traders.

Many Bybit users have multiple accounts, and they regularly move their crypto assets between their accounts to access different features. With a Bybit Unified Trading Account, all assets are managed together, and the need to move crypto assets around is eliminated. In addition to simplifying activities, a Bybit Unified Trading Account makes it easier for traders to monitor their total assets, and enhances leveraging capabilities.

Let’s take a look at the example of a user who wants to trade across multiple product types. Before upgrading to the Bybit Unified Trading Account, they would take the following steps in order to trade both Spot and Derivatives:

On the other hand, if the user were to upgrade to the Bybit Unified Trading Account, their task would be reduced to the following five steps:

Upgrading to the Bybit Unified Trading Account allows traders to use the funds from one single account for all types of products on Bybit, minimizing the hassle required to transfer funds from one account to another in order to carry out a trade. 

A Bybit Unified Trading Account supports both USDT and USDC Perpetuals. Rather than managing separate accounts individually for these products, users can benefit from using a single account. By viewing and completing all perpetual contracts in one location, users can moderate risk and more easily monitor their assets. Furthermore, the Bybit Unified Trading Account makes it possible for the profit and loss of perpetual contracts to be offset by each other. This enables you to use your unrealized profits to open new positions. 

Let’s take a scenario in which you’re a user who holds multiple USDT permanent positionings at the same time:

Before the upgrade to a Bybit Unified Trading Account, the overall situation in the Contract Account is a loss of $1,800 (−$1,200 − $600 = −$1,800). This is due to the fact that the floating profits of positioning 1 and 2 can’t be used to open a new positioning. 

However, once you upgrade to the Bybit Unified Trading Account, your overall profit will be $1,200 (or $1,000 + $2,000 − $1,200 − $600 = $1,200). With this $1,200, you’ll be able to open a new positioning.

Hedging allows traders to mitigate risks associated with their portfolio positions. A Bybit Unified Trading Account presents enhanced risk management to users. This is done through the use of the Portfolio Margin mode, which ultimately improves the utilization rate of funds for users.

Consider a situation where a user holds multiple BTC stock options and uses BTCUSDT hedging. Before upgrading to the Bybit Unified Trading Account, the user would go through with the following steps:

In this case, each stock option and permanent positioning will have an independently calculated margin in which the overall margin is higher.

If the user were to upgrade their account, they would simply need to open the Portfolio Margin mode in their Bybit Unified Trading Account to trade both BTC stock options and use BTCUSDT perpetual hedging. The BTC positioning under the Risk Unit will be calculated based on the Portfolio Margin mode, thereby reducing the margin occupancy.

With a Bybit Unified Trading Account, users can take advantage of up to 5x leverage. This enhanced leverage allows users to potentially increase profits from their trading activities. In addition, users can directly spot leverage to long BTC and short BTCUSDT Perpetuals.

To better understand how the Bybit Unified Trading Account benefits Spot Futures portfolio arbitrage traders, let’s explore an example using Spot leverage to trade more BTC Spot, while shorting BTCUSDT Perpetual Contracts and charging funding costs.

Before upgrading, the user will have to pay attention to the loan-to-value (LTV) of their Spot Account when using Spot leverage to trade more BTC. This is to ensure that their account is not in danger of liquidation. At the same time, they would have to take note of the price changes of forced liquidation for the BTCUSDT Perpetual Contract to prevent being liquidated. 

The hassle of doing both of these tasks at the same time could be overwhelming for traders. As such, upgrading to the Bybit Unified Trading Account will allow them to simply pay attention to the maintenance margin occupancy rate of the account, while they directly Spot leverage to long BTC Spot and short BTCUSDT Perpetual Contracts.

The Bybit Unified Trading Account is open to API traders, thanks to its 

. API trading supports faster execution of orders, and may offer greater control of trading activities. API traders can continue to enjoy these advantages while accessing Bybit’s five core products and simplifying account management.

In a scenario where a user who has yet to upgrade to the Bybit Unified Trading Account uses OpenAPI to trade Spot and Derivatives, they would have to access the Spot V3 OpenAPI to do Spot trading, and the Contract V3 OpenAPI to do Futures trading. 

However, if they chose to upgrade their account, they would be able to directly access the latest V5 OpenAPI. Using a predetermined set of rules and a set interface for placing, changing and canceling orders, the V5 OpenAPI supports transactions of all Bybit products in just one click.

Why Should You Use the Bybit Unified Trading Account?

A Bybit Unified Trading Account opens up a world of possibilities. For example, a Derivatives Account and a USDC Derivatives Account only support a specific crypto asset for collateral. On the other hand, your Bybit Unified Trading Account works with more than 60 types of assets. In addition, cross-margin trading across numerous products is available. 

With your new account, you can also take advantage of increased leverage for Spot positions, which can enhance the profitability of your activities. Risk management is also improved, because liquidation is triggered through the Portfolio Margin mode. Plus, account management is simplified through the Bybit Unified Trading Account. Account holders also have access to increasingly competitive interest rates, based on their VIP level, as an additional benefit.

Bybit offers a solid selection of products and features to meet the needs and expectations of today’s traders. With a Bybit Unified Trading Account, you can take advantage of these products and features with a single account, rather than having to manage multiple accounts simultaneously. Open to all users, this account can dramatically elevate your experience on Bybit going forward. Upgrade to the Bybit Unified Trading Account to get started today!

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