Hedera (HBAR) is gaining strong bullish momentum following Nasdaq’s filing of Form 19b-4 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list Canary Capital’s HBAR ETF. This development has fueled institutional interest in the Hedera ecosystem, driving a 144% surge in trading volume and a notable price uptick.
HUGE NEWS! 👀🔥
— Marc In The Matrix⚡️🧠 (@MarcShawnBrown) February 24, 2025
CANARY JUST FILED FOR AN $HBAR ETF WITH NASDAQ. pic.twitter.com/Oa9zFkg8FR
HBAR Price Action and Market Outlook
HBAR has established a strong support level at $0.20, suggesting a foundation for a sustained rally. The cryptocurrency surged 6.9% in the last 24 hours, trading around $0.22 during the mid-New York session on February 24. Analysts predict a potential 70% price rally towards $0.39, contingent on maintaining key support levels.
From a technical standpoint, HBAR’s daily chart exhibits a bullish continuation pattern. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) shows bullish divergence, reinforcing optimism for a price surge. However, failure to hold above $0.20 could weaken the bullish outlook in the short term.
Institutional Investment and ETF Filing
Nasdaq’s filing for the Canary HBAR ETF marks a pivotal moment for Hedera, as it opens the doors for institutional investors to enter the ecosystem seamlessly. With growing regulatory clarity under the U.S. SEC, analysts anticipate a positive response, further strengthening HBAR’s adoption.
Hedera’s Expanding DeFi and Tokenization Ecosystem
Hedera’s DeFi ecosystem continues to expand, boasting a Total Value Locked (TVL) of $115 million and $32 million in stablecoins. Leading DeFi platforms within the network include:
- Stader (Liquid Staking)
- SaucerSwap DEX (Decentralized Exchange)
- Bonzo Finance (Lending)
Hedera is also making strides in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization through its Asset Tokenization Studio, which has facilitated over $50 million in tokenized assets. Notable institutions leveraging Hedera’s network include RedSwan (Real Estate), Diamond Standard, Circle’s USDC, Zoniqx, and Tokinvest.
With institutional interest surging, technical indicators aligning bullishly, and a thriving DeFi and tokenization ecosystem, HBAR appears poised for a significant breakout. If the Canary HBAR ETF gains SEC approval, it could further propel Hedera’s price, solidifying its position in the blockchain industry.
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