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UpOnly

Cryptocurrency

Built crypto analysis channel featuring high-level market commentary and institutional perspective

156K

Subscribers

650K

Monthly Views

$3K-$7K

Est. Monthly Revenue

$4.62-$10.77

Est. RPM

445 videos uploaded | 28M total views

The Story

UpOnly emerged from the podcast format, bringing long-form crypto market analysis and commentary to YouTube. Unlike typical crypto YouTube focused on retail traders, UpOnly targets sophisticated investors with institutional-quality analysis, industry insider interviews, and macro perspective on crypto markets. This positioning attracted more affluent, experienced crypto audience. The channel's content centers on podcast-style discussions analyzing market trends, regulatory developments, and institutional crypto adoption. By featuring guests with industry expertise and avoiding retail hype, UpOnly created content valuable to serious crypto investors and industry professionals. The conversational format allows nuanced discussion impossible in typical short-form crypto content. While UpOnly's subscriber count appears modest compared to retail-focused crypto channels, the sophisticated audience drives premium engagement and RPM rates. Viewers represent decision-makers and high-net-worth crypto investors—exactly the demographic crypto services and financial advertisers want to reach. This audience quality over quantity approach creates sustainable revenue despite lower view counts.

Retail crypto YouTube chases views. We chase the viewers who actually move markets.

UpOnly

The Transformation

Before

Crypto podcast seeking broader distribution beyond audio platforms

After

Established institutional crypto analysis platform with engaged high-value audience

Timeline: 3+ years of consistent podcast production and YouTube distribution

Content Strategy

Produces long-form podcast content featuring crypto market analysis and industry expert interviews. Targets sophisticated investors rather than retail traders. Covers regulatory developments, institutional adoption, and macro market trends. Repurposes podcast episodes for YouTube maximizing content distribution. Focuses on depth over frequency, prioritizing quality analysis.

Key Insights

Institutional-focused crypto content attracts higher-value audience despite lower volume

Podcast format enables content repurposing across multiple platforms

Industry insider access and expert guests build credibility with sophisticated investors

Business Impact

Generated estimated $36K-$84K in annual ad revenue from premium crypto audience

Built platform for high-value sponsorships from institutional crypto services

Created content valuable to industry professionals enhancing personal brand and opportunities

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Last updated: November 27, 2025

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