Weekly Digest: June 2025 | Week 1

The crypto market held strong footing during the last week of May and the start of June 2025, as Bitcoin and Ethereum posted sustained gains, institutional activity surged, and multiple countries advanced strategic crypto initiatives.

Highlights

• Bitcoin stabilized above $105,000, trading at around $105,330 after reaching a peak of $111,769.

• Ethereum rose 5% to $2,614, buoyed by growing institutional demand and the successful Pectra upgrade.

• MicroStrategy added 705 more BTC to its reserves, marking eight straight weeks of purchases.

• Pakistan launched a national bitcoin reserve and allocated 2,000MW to mining and AI data centers.

• Reform UK became the first political party in Britain to accept crypto donations and proposed a bill to slash capital gains tax on crypto.

Bitcoin Holds Strong Above $105K

Bitcoin (BTC) maintained a bullish stance, trading steadily at approximately $105,330 following a record-setting rally to $111,769 earlier in May. The bullish sentiment remained underpinned by substantial institutional activity, including continued net inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs, which crossed $3.6 billion for May.

This week's price stability suggests healthy consolidation. Major U.S. ETFs like BlackRock’s IBIT and Fidelity’s FBTC continued to draw institutional capital, reinforcing BTC’s role as a portfolio hedge amid macroeconomic uncertainty and weakening fiat currencies.

Meanwhile, asset managers and hedge funds continued rotating into Bitcoin positions, signaling long-term confidence. Analysts expect the next major resistance to appear near the $115,000 mark, barring sudden macro headwinds.

Ethereum Sees Technical and Price Upside

Ethereum (ETH) rose by over 5% to reach $2,614, marking one of its strongest performances in recent weeks. The gains follow the smooth deployment of Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade, which improved staking efficiency, security, and interoperability with Layer 2 solutions.

The upgrade introduced three critical changes:

• Enhanced validator reward systems for predictable staking returns

• Improved Layer 2 cross-chain data availability

• Protocol-level automation and slashing protections

These improvements have catalyzed renewed institutional and developer interest in Ethereum, especially in the context of DeFi, liquid staking, and L2 ecosystem growth.

As Ethereum’s fundamentals strengthen, market watchers anticipate growing inflows from both crypto-native funds and TradFi participants seeking exposure beyond Bitcoin.

MicroStrategy Extends Its Bitcoin Streak

In a move that surprised few but impressed many, MicroStrategy disclosed another round of Bitcoin purchases—705 BTC added between May 26 and June 1. This marked the company’s eighth consecutive week of acquisitions, underscoring its deep conviction in Bitcoin as a primary treasury asset.

MicroStrategy now holds a staggering 580,955 BTC, making it by far the largest public corporate holder of Bitcoin. The move may further validate crypto treasury strategies for tech firms and large-cap corporates exploring alternatives to cash reserves in inflationary environments.

Pakistan’s Bold Crypto Move: National Bitcoin Reserve

In a landmark announcement, Pakistan declared the formation of a national Bitcoin reserve, coupled with the allocation of 2,000 megawatts of energy toward crypto mining and artificial intelligence data centers.

The initiative reflects a broader strategic shift. Facing mounting economic challenges and inflationary pressure, Pakistan aims to boost its digital infrastructure and diversify its monetary assets. The reserve is expected to be managed via state-owned institutions and possibly linked to sovereign wealth mechanisms.

While regulatory specifics remain unclear, the move positions Pakistan as the first South Asian nation to institutionalize Bitcoin reserves at the national level—a development that could inspire similar policies across emerging markets.

UK Politics Embrace Crypto: Reform UK’s Bold Pitch

Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, made headlines by becoming the first British political party to accept campaign donations in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The announcement was accompanied by a detailed proposal for a new “Cryptoassets and Digital Finance Bill.”

Key proposals include:

• Reducing crypto capital gains tax from 24% to 10%

• Establishing a government-managed Bitcoin reserve

• Creating regulatory sandboxes for blockchain startups

The bill aims to position the UK as a competitive crypto hub post-Brexit, drawing inspiration from policies in Switzerland and the UAE. Whether the bill garners parliamentary traction remains to be seen, but the symbolic value of a national party endorsing crypto cannot be overstated.

The UK’s broader regulatory environment has already begun aligning with MiCA-like standards, and Reform UK’s initiative adds political momentum to ongoing institutional dialogue.

Closing Thoughts

With major price levels holding, corporate players expanding their reserves, and nation-states entering the mining and custody arena, the global crypto landscape is evolving rapidly. Institutional credibility is no longer aspirational—it’s operational.

Meanwhile, retail traders are reengaging cautiously, with renewed optimism fueled by political backing and increasing developer activity across Ethereum and its L2 stack.

Crypto’s maturation is not without risks, from overreliance on centralized exchanges to the potential for regulatory overreach. But the direction is clear: digital assets are increasingly embedded in the global economic and political fabric.

Stay tuned to FinchTrade for institutional-grade insights and infrastructure as we help our clients navigate the complexities of an ever-changing crypto market.

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