Crypto News Today: Hybrid XRP ETF Debut and AVAX Joins ETF Optimism

The crypto market saw fresh developments today as institutional products and altcoin rallies took center stage. The debut of a hybrid XRP ETF signals growing interest in diversified crypto exposure, while Avalanche (AVAX) is riding a wave of bullish momentum amid broader ETF optimism.

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REX-Osprey Launches Hybrid XRP ETF

REX Shares has officially launched the REX-Osprey XRP ETF, a first-of-its-kind hybrid product combining direct XRP holdings with derivatives exposure. The ETF quickly gained traction, recording $24 million in trading volume within just 90 minutes of launch.

While that figure falls short of the massive debut volumes seen in Bitcoin ETFs, it’s a strong start given the current neutral sentiment in crypto markets (Fear & Greed Index: 40).

The ETF’s hybrid structure is designed to appeal to institutions. By blending spot XRP and derivatives, it offers:

• Diversified exposure without requiring direct custody of XRP.

• Risk mitigation, since derivatives can help manage volatility.

• Access to payment-focused utility, tying into XRP’s broader role in cross-border settlement and stablecoin integrations like Ripple’s RLUSD.

If inflows continue at a steady pace, this ETF could validate XRP’s positioning not just as a speculative asset, but as a backbone for payment solutions and tokenized finance.

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AVAX Rallies on ETF Optimism and Technical Strength

Avalanche (AVAX) is enjoying a surge of buying interest, breaking through key technical levels and aligning with positive macro and institutional trends.

• Breakout levels: AVAX cleared its 23.6% Fibonacci retracement ($32.67) and its 7-day SMA ($32.97).

• Momentum: The RSI at 69.85 indicates bullish strength without being overbought.

• Volume: Daily trading activity spiked +86.55% in 24 hours, confirming strong buyer conviction.

Price Targets

If AVAX can hold above $35.75 (recent swing high), the next upside target is the 127.2% Fibonacci extension at $39.30. Short-term resistance may cap immediate gains, but the trend backdrop favors continuation.

AVAX’s further rally depends on several catalysts: such as ETF optimism spilling over from Bitcoin and now XRP-linked products. Macro tailwinds also matter as investors rotate back into risk assets.

Together, these factors suggest that AVAX could remain a key beneficiary of renewed institutional and retail flows.

Outlook

The debut of the REX-Osprey XRP ETF and AVAX’s bullish breakout both point to a market gradually recalibrating toward institutional adoption and altcoin strength. While sentiment remains cautious, these developments highlight how crypto continues to evolve as an investable asset class.

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