AI Momentum and Valour’s New ETP Propel ICP Into Institutional Spotlight

ICP Holds Steady as Staking ETP Debuts on Swiss Exchange, Boosting Institutional Access

Internet Computer (ICP) maintained steady footing above $5.50 on Thursday, gaining nearly 1% over 24 hours as market enthusiasm around AI tokens and altcoins continues to build. The move follows a major development for institutional access: the launch of a staking-enabled exchange-traded product (ETP) on the SIX Swiss Exchange.

Valour, the digital asset investment arm of DeFi Technologies (DEFT), has introduced the 1Valour Internet Computer ETP—marking the first time investors in traditional finance can gain exposure to native ICP staking rewards through a fully regulated financial instrument.

This listing gives ICP greater visibility among institutional players, offering a secure and compliant gateway into blockchain-based yields. It also positions the asset favorably at the crossroads of two major crypto narratives—AI and staking utility.

ICP’s trading range spanned from $5.49 to $5.77 during the session, a 5.12% spread. After an early rally to $5.77, the token cooled slightly, ending the day near $5.59. Strong support levels were observed at $5.52 and $5.61, where combined volume exceeded 1.7 million tokens—signaling solid institutional interest.

Adding further momentum is the rollout of Caffeine, a new AI-focused platform built on ICP that allows developers to build decentralized apps using natural language. This development aligns with growing market demand for AI-integrated crypto projects.

Technical Snapshot:

Daily Range: $5.49–$5.77, reflecting 5.12% intraday volatility
Key Support Zones: $5.52 and $5.61 showed heavy accumulation
Volume Peaks: $5.65 breakout saw 121K tokens traded in a single minute
Late Session Movement: Sharp drop from $5.68 to $5.56, followed by stabilization at $5.62
Closing Price: $5.5883, holding mid-range and eyeing a breakout above $5.77

With institutional exposure rising and AI relevance growing, ICP appears to be gaining traction for a potential upside move.