Bitcoin News Today: HBAR Price Surges 10% After Robinhood Listing Sparks Retail Frenzy

The listing of Hedera’s native token, HBAR, on Robinhood’s U.S. platform has triggered a 10% price surge, marking a pivotal moment for the altcoin as it gains broader retail exposure. Robinhood confirmed the addition of HBAR to its spot trading services in late July 2025, enabling users to trade the token directly on the platform without relying on third-party wallets or exchanges [1]. The move aligns with the company’s strategy to diversify its crypto offerings beyond legacy assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum, targeting emerging Layer-1 projects and meme coins to meet growing investor demand [1].

HBAR’s price initially climbed 3% following the announcement, reaching $0.2661 at the time of reporting, while trading volumes surged as retail participation increased [1]. Analysts attributed the rally to a resurgence in whale activity and a shift in market sentiment toward altcoins, though the token remains below its earlier high of $0.32 recorded earlier in the year [1]. The price action has drawn attention to key technical levels, with traders monitoring for a potential retest of the $0.32 threshold. A breakout above this level could signal renewed buying pressure, though some analysts caution that the current price movement may represent a corrective B-wave within a broader downtrend [1].

Robinhood’s inclusion of HBAR underscores its ambition to position itself as a comprehensive hub for both digital and traditional financial products. The platform recently expanded into tokenized stock trading on Arbitrum and is developing its own Layer-2 blockchain to enhance transaction throughput [1]. By adding HBAR, Robinhood joins a growing trend of exchanges prioritizing altcoins with established use cases, such as Hedera’s hashgraph-based distributed ledger technology, which differentiates it from proof-of-work or proof-of-stake protocols [1]. This strategy contrasts with regulatory actions by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which has pressured other exchanges to restrict altcoin offerings. Robinhood, however, continues to add tokens with active networks and user bases, reflecting its focus on balancing compliance with market demand [1].

The listing has also sparked debate about HBAR’s long-term potential. While 99Bitcoins projected the token could reach $1, citing increased accessibility on major platforms, this forecast remains speculative and not supported by current market fundamentals [2]. Meanwhile, Coinbase Derivatives announced plans to launch HBAR futures, signaling institutional interest in the asset [9]. Conversely, a $13 million sale of Robinhood shares by ARK Invest, though unrelated to HBAR, has raised questions about institutional positioning in the crypto sector [5].

Market dynamics further highlight the divergence between HBAR and broader crypto trends. While Bitcoin dipped below $116,000, HBAR’s price resilience suggests strong retail demand, underscoring the role of platform-driven liquidity in shaping individual assets [6]. Analysts emphasize that regulatory clarity remains a critical factor for sustained growth, as ongoing SEC investigations into crypto asset classifications could impact trading platforms and investors [1].

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[1] [Hedera’s HBAR Price Up 10% After Robinhood Launches Spot Trading](https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2025/07/26/hbar-price-up-10-after-robinhood-introduces-hedera-spot-trading/)

[2] [99Bitcoins Price Prediction for Hedera (HBAR)](https://99bitcoins.com/news/presales/4-crypto-altcoins-with-life-changing-potential-1000-to-millions-before-2025/)

[5] [ARK Invest Sells Robinhood Shares Amid Crypto Shift](https://www.cryptotimes.io/2025/07/25/ark-invest-sold-13m-of-coinbase-coin-and-robinhood-hood-shares/)

[6] [Crypto Price Action Amid Bitcoin Drop](https://www.cryptotimes.io/2025/07/25/crypto-price-today-july-25-bitcoin-drops-below-116k-altcoins-follow-same-price-action/)

[9] [Coinbase Derivatives Expands HBAR Futures](https://www.facebook.com/groups/793823444334728/posts/25177****8604644/)