ETFWEEKLY RECAP

Research Summary

The report provides an in-depth analysis of the latest trends in the cryptocurrency market, including the launch of ETH Spot ETFs, the rise of Sei TVL, and yield strategies on Avalanche. It also discusses a significant hack on the Indian Exchange WazirX and offers insights into crypto investment products and strategies for success in the crypto market.

Key Takeaways

Sei TVL’s Remarkable Growth

  • Sei TVL’s Rapid Rise: Sei TVL has seen a significant increase from $6M at the start of 2024 to $107M. Despite a disconnect between TVL and the price of Sei’s SEI token in June, Sei has managed to double its TVL in the last 30 days.

WazirX’s Major Security Breach

  • WazirX’s $235 Million Hack: Indian Exchange WazirX suffered a major security breach, allegedly by the North Korean Lazarus group, resulting in a loss of $235 million. This incident underscores the importance of robust security measures in the crypto industry.

Impressive Inflows into Crypto Investment Products

  • Surge in Crypto Investment Inflows: Crypto investment products have seen a substantial inflow of $1.3B in the last week, with a total of $3.2B in the last three weeks. This trend indicates growing investor interest in the crypto market.

Launch of Spot ETH ETFs

  • Spot ETH ETFs Launch: Spot ETH ETFs are set to launch on July 23rd. Kaiko Research has provided a discussion on market positioning ahead of the ETF launch, which could potentially influence the dynamics of the crypto market.

Yield Strategies on Avalanche

  • High Yield on Avalanche: Trader Joe, one of the largest protocols on Avalanche, offers nearly 340% APR for providing AVAX and USDC. This high yield rate could attract more investors to the Avalanche platform.

Actionable Insights

  • Monitor Sei TVL’s Performance: Given the rapid growth of Sei TVL, it would be beneficial to keep a close eye on its performance and the factors contributing to its rise.
  • Assess Security Measures: In light of the WazirX hack, it’s crucial to assess the security measures of crypto exchanges and wallets to ensure the safety of investments.
  • Consider Crypto Investment Products: The significant inflows into crypto investment products suggest that these could be a viable option for diversifying investment portfolios.
  • Track Spot ETH ETFs: With the launch of Spot ETH ETFs, tracking their performance could provide valuable insights into market trends and investor behavior.
  • Explore Yield Strategies on Avalanche: The high yield rates offered by Trader Joe on Avalanche present an opportunity to explore yield strategies on this platform.

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