Mike McGlone, Senior commodity strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, has made a rather pessimistic prediction for Bitcoin, emphasizing that the cryptocurrency’s potential rise to $150,00 was a long shot. The strategist has revealed factors that could make Bitcoin’s projected surge to $150,000 difficult, highlighting both macroeconomic trends and Bitcoin’s performance in 2024. Bitcoin Surge To $150,000 Unlikely In a recent interview with Scott Melker, the host of “The Wolf Of All Streets,” podcast, McGlone discussed Bitcoin’s price fundamentals and its possible rise to $150,000 in the 2024 bull cycle. Related Reading: Crypto Whale Spends $10.4 Million On PEPE, Do They Know Something You Don’t? Comparing Bitcoin with the stock market index, the S&P 500, the Bloomberg strategist disclosed that the cryptocurrency was currently showing “divergent weakness,” highlighting that Bitcoin’s performance against the S&P 500 in 2021 was greater compared to 2024. He also revealed that Bitcoin was displaying a similar weak performance to Gold, emphasizing current market conditions and the risk of short-term deflation in the financial market. The combination of these factors pushes McGlone to believe that Bitcoin’s short-term projected rise to $150,000 was unlikely. While the Bloomberg strategist made his foreboding prediction despite Bitcoin’s overperformance at the beginning of the year, McGlone still remains optimistic about the cryptocurrency’s price and fundamental value in the long term. Co-founder and CEO of CoinRoutes, Dave Weisberger, who was also in the podcast with McGlone, made a more optimistic prediction for Bitcoin. Basing his analysis on historical trends and patterns as far back as 2015, Weisberger forecasted that Bitcoin could rise to $200,000 this cycle. His forecast is also acknowledged by reformed hedge fund manager, James Lavish, who revealed in the podcast that Spot Bitcoin ETFs could become a potential driver for Bitcoin’s continuous growth. This is attributed to the massive impact Bitcoin ETFs had on the cryptocurrency’s price following its launch on January 11, 2024. After Spot Bitcoin ETFs were successfully released into the market, the price of Bitcoin skyrocketed to new all-time highs above $73,000. At the time of writing, the cryptocurrency is trading at $63,778, marking a 0.89% increase over the past seven days, according to CoinMarketCap. BTC Crash Presents Perfect Opportunity According to Lavish, if Bitcoin crashes down to the $30,000 to $40,000 range, it would present a “tremendous opportunity” for investors to acquire substantial value in a long-term asset that will essentially hold its value and continue to appreciate in the future. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Says Cardano Bloodbath Far From Over, Sets Bottom Price For ADA The reformed hedge fund manager revealed that Bitcoin’s short-term volatility and market unpredictability could produce long-term capture of value. This suggests that by strategically navigating through the price fluctuations of Bitcoin, investors could potentially capitalize on its volatility to accumulate wealth over time, which in turn could favorably impact the price of the cryptocurrency. BTC bears and bulls continue tug of war | Source: BTCUSD on Tradingview.com Featured image from ETF Stream, chart from Tradingview.com
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Bitcoin recently gained momentum after Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell indicated there would be no more interest rate hikes or tightening of monetary policy for now. This boost in Bitcoin’s strength grew even more after the US non-farm payrolls data seemed to support Powell’s position on rate hikes. When Bitcoin rallies, it often lifts the …
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The number of transactions on the Bitcoin Network has been on a constant rise since the month started, indicating increased bullish sentiment in the crypto space. The number of transactions on the Bitcoin Network hit a low of 469.87K on 1st May, following which the inflow in the BitcoinETF experienced a significant rise, resulting in …
In a post on X, crypto analyst Miles Deutscher laid out his strategic predictions for high-performing cryptocurrencies in the upcoming week to his 501,700 followers. His analysis delved deep into Bitcoin’s trading patterns, the surging AI-driven altcoin sector, and specific tokens that are displaying considerable potential due to recent developments and broader market dynamics. Bitcoin And AI Crypto Tokens Are Set To Dominate This Week At the forefront of Deutscher’s analysis, Bitcoin has recently returned to its previous trading range between $60,000 and $69,400 after experiencing a sharp drop. This movement was characterized as a significant deviation, suggesting manipulation or a shakeout of weak hands before a potential rally. “Bitcoin is at the top of my watchlist for this week. Had a big fakeout/deviation to the downside, and now back within the range,” Deutscher stated. He pointed out that the key factor to watch is whether the current range’s lower boundary will hold, which could serve as a strong foundation for an upward trajectory. Moreover, the AI sector has been particularly resilient and robust recently, bouncing back significantly amidst broader market recoveries. Deutscher highlighted the sector’s potential for outperformance, driven by several upcoming major events. These include Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), NVIDIA’s earnings announcement, and the anticipated release of ChatGPT 5. “AI is one of those unique narratives that retains constant mindshare due to its endless real-life news flow/hype,” Deutscher explained. Related Reading: Here’s Why This Crypto Analyst Believes Bitcoin Is At A ‘Prime Buy Zone’ One specific AI token which Deutscher watches closely due to its alleged partnership with Apple is Render (RNDR), making it a prime candidate for speculation around the upcoming Apple event. Historically, RNDR has also led the AI token sector during market rotations. Furthermore, Deutsches focuses on Near Protocol (NEAR), Fetch.ai (FET), AIOZ Network (AIOZ). He grouped these tokens together due to their correlation but noted their recent technical performance, where they bounced cleanly off daily support levels and established higher lows. More Altcoins To Watch TON: Recently the center of attention, TON experienced a drop after the Token2049 event in what Deutscher described as a “sell-the-news” scenario. However, recent investments by firms like Pantera signal continued interest and potential undercurrents of growth. Ethena (ENA): With the market sentiment turning bullish again, Deutscher anticipates a return to positive funding rates, which typically benefit tokens like Ethena. Recent activity from the Ethena team, including increased reward boosts and optimistic social media posts from its founders, further bolster the bullish case. “Also hearing rumors of a T1 exchange listing,” Deutscher added, suggesting an impending increase in liquidity and exposure. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Reveals 6 Must-Buy Altcoins With The Most Potential Jito (JTO): Jito is reportedly developing what Deutscher referred to as the “Eigen Layer of Solana,” aiming to replicate the success and hype surrounding the Eigen project’s layer solutions. Despite the challenges of a recent airdrop, Deutscher sees potential if the team executes well, particularly as the restaking narrative has not yet fully penetrated the market. PopCat (POPCAT): Despite facing some fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) related to copyright issues over the weekend, POPCAT continues to exhibit strong price action, pushing toward new highs. “POPCAT seems the best contender, for now, not a single cat meme coin has yet to hit a $1B market cap,” noted Deutscher, highlighting its standout performance. Ethereum Finance (ETHFI): In the realm of liquidity reward tokens (LRT), ETHFI remains a notable mention despite a broader sector sell-off post-Eigen. Deutscher believes the selling may have been overreactive, and with total value locked (TVL) still on the rise, a reversion to mean on prices could be imminent. SEI Network (SEI): As anticipation builds for the launch of the new layer one blockchain, Monad, later this year, SEI is seen as a strategic play. Categorized within the parallelized Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) narrative, SEI experienced a substantial sell-off but is poised for recovery as the market focus shifts towards upcoming launches. Friend (FRIEND): After recommending FRIEND at $1.30, Deutscher continues to see upside potential, particularly as it approaches more significant centralized exchange listings. He advises keeping an eye out for major pullbacks as opportunities to buy. Featured image from Matt Paul Catalano / Unsplash, chart from TradingView.com
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The current Bitcoin price action marked a robust 10% surge over the past week to a price of $63,982. However, the distribution of addresses profitability offers slightly different underlying dynamics. With almost 49.83k addresses,14.03% of total active addresses, are ‘In the Money’, enjoying profits due to the recent price hike. In contrast, 20.29k addresses (5.71%) …
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Analyst Davinci shared his analysis of the current state of the cryptocurrency market, particularly focusing on Bitcoin’s price action. Davinci warned about Bitcoin’s recent price surge to $64,000, suggesting it could be a “bull trap.” “While I believe Bitcoin could eventually reach $100,000, $200,000, or even $300,000 in the long term, I foresee significant volatility …
A look at the surge in Bitcoin ETF inflows on Monday as Fidelity's fund leads and Grayscale's GBTC attracts new investment.
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On-chain data shows the Bitcoin exchange inflow trend has been at its lowest in almost a decade recently, a sign that may be bullish for the asset. Bitcoin Exchange Inflows Have Been On The Decline Recently As pointed out by CryptoQuant author Axel Adler Jr in a post on X, the BTC exchange inflows have […]
An analyst has explained how Bitcoin seems to be showing a good setup to reach escape velocity based on the trend in this indicator. Bitcoin VWAP Oscillator Has Been Showing A Bullish Divergence As explained by analyst Willy Woo in a new post on X, a bullish divergence has appeared to be forming in the Volume-Weighted Average Price (VWAP) oscillator of the cryptocurrency. The VWAP is an indicator that calculates an average price for any given asset, taking into account not only the price but also the volume. More formally, it’s calculated as the cumulative price sum multiplied by the volume divided by the cumulative volume. Related Reading: Bitcoin Relative Open Interest Lowest Since Feb, Analyst Says “Hard To Be Bearish” This metric puts a higher weight on the price at which more volume is traded. Usually, the exchange-reported volume is used to find the metric, but for a cryptocurrency like Bitcoin, the entire transaction history is visible to the public thanks to blockchain data. Woo has used on-chain volume instead to calculate the VWAP for BTC. The VWAP oscillator, the actual indicator of interest here, is a ratio between the asset’s spot price and VWAP. Here is the chart shared by the analyst that shows the trend in this metric over the past couple of years: The value of the metric seems to have been on the decline in recent days | Source: @woonomic on X As displayed in the above graph, the Bitcoin VWAP oscillator has been in the negative territory for the past month but has recently shown a turnaround. Although the metric is heading up, it’s still very much contained inside the red zone. At the same time as this rise, the cryptocurrency’s price has been heading down instead. According to Woo, this is a bullish divergence forming for the asset and it’s also one that has a “lot of room to run,” since tops in the coin have generally occurred when the oscillator has reached a point of reversal at relatively high levels inside the positive zone, which should still be quite far away. “Seems like a good setup for BTC to reach escape velocity,” notes the analyst. It remains to be seen whether the bullish divergence will end up bearing fruits for the asset. In some other news, the Bitcoin whales (investors carrying 1,000 BTC or more) participated in buying around the recent lows of the asset. Still, market intelligence platform IntoTheBlock has revealed that the accumulation sprees from these large investors have been displaying an overall downtrend. The trend in the netflow of the BTC whales over the past couple of months | Source: IntoTheBlock on X From the chart, it’s visible that the Bitcoin whales have been buying at each of the dips in the last few months, but it’s also visible that the scale of this buying has been diminishing with each one. Related Reading: XRP Forms On-Chain Signal That Led To 16% Crash Last Time This could be a sign that the appetite for buying among these investors, although still present, is getting smaller with each dip. BTC Price When writing, Bitcoin is trading at around $63,500, up over 1% in the last seven days. Looks like the price of the asset has been going up over the last few days | Source: BTCUSD on TradingView Featured image from Kanchanara on Unsplash.com, IntoTheBlock.com, chart from TradingView.com
German state-owned development bank Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) is gearing up to issue its first blockchain-based digital bond, marking a significant milestone in adopting crypto technology within the financial sector. According to a recent report by Bloomberg, KfW has already successfully issued a digital bond as a central register security in compliance with the German […]
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The crypto market’s recent rally, driven largely by the surge of inflows into cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs), seems to be losing momentum. As per the Kaiko Report, here’s what could be causing this shift and what it might mean for investors. The ETF Rally Stalls ETF inflows have been a significant driver of the crypto …
Despite the recent bounce, the correction isn't over, said one technical analyst, expecting bitcoin to fall to the low-mid $50,000 area before rallying to new all-time highs.
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Crypto analyst Ali Martinez has revealed that it may still be an excellent time to accumulate Bitcoin. This comes amidst the flagship crypto’s recent price recovery, with the crypto token skyrocketing above $64,000. Bitcoin Is Still In A “Prime Buy Zone” Martinez mentioned in an X (formerly Twitter) post that Bitcoin’s Market Value to Realized Value (MVRV) 90-day ratio indicates that it is still in a “prime buy zone” despite its recent price surge from $57,000 to $64,000. The MVRV is a metric used to determine whether a crypto token is undervalued or overvalued. Related Reading: Cardano Comeback: Analyst Reveals Why It’s Time To Get Back Into ADA Source: X Based on Martinez’s findings, Bitcoin looks to be currently undervalued, which presents a good opportunity to accumulate the crypto token. The analyst’s revelation undoubtedly provides reassurance for those who failed to buy the dip and are looking for a perfect entry to invest in Bitcoin. Interestingly, Bitcoin whales didn’t waste time accumulating during Bitcoin’s recent decline, as Bitcoinist reported that these investors bought 47,500 BTC ($2.8 billion) between May 2 and 3. However, the MVRV ratio being at that level suggests that many of these whales are investors adding to their positions, meaning that significant buying pressure shouldn’t be expected anytime soon. Crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe also recently suggested that Bitcoin is still undervalued. He noted that the crypto token is back above $60,000, and retail isn’t here yet. He mentioned in another X post that these retail investors won’t return until the summer, which means that everyone currently positioning themselves is still early. BTC Almost Ready For Next Leg Up Crypto analyst Mikybull Crypto recently hinted that Bitcoin is almost ready for another parabolic rally. He stated that Bitcoin’s local bottom is in considering that the “next liquidity grab interest is above.” He added that Bitcoin will first “clear out the $67,000 level and consolidate in preparation for the $73,000 level. Related Reading: Fantom Revival: Crypto Analyst Predicts A Jump To $1.2 For FTM Price Source: X Meanwhile, the analyst revealed in another X post that Bitcoin has “finally experienced a MACD (Moving Average Convergence/Divergence) bullish cross” on the daily chart, just like it did in January 2024, which led to the crypto token rising to as high as $73,000 in March. According to Mikybull Crypto, Bitcoin reclaiming above the 50-day Moving Average will “further confirm the bullish continuation.” For those looking to long Bitcoin, Mikybull Crypto remarked that the $64,000 range is an “ideal zone” to do so. He predicts that Bitcoin might clear out the CME gap between $62,580 and $64,105 before consolidating at around $64,000. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at around $65,300, up over 2% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. BTC price falls from $65,000 to $63,000 | Source: BTCUSD on Tradingview.com Featured image from The Independent, chart from Tradingview.com
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The current Bitcoin price behavior and its deviations from expected cyclical patterns remain a central theme of analysis. Crypto analyst Rekt Capital (@rektcapital) recently shared new insights on X concerning Bitcoin’s potential peak during the ongoing bull run, which is progressing at an atypical pace compared to historical data. When Will Bitcoin Peak This Cycle? In a detailed post, Rekt Capital pointed out that as of mid-March 2024, Bitcoin had not only reached new all-time highs but had done so approximately 260 days ahead of its traditional halving-induced cycles. This marked a significant acceleration. “When Bitcoin rallied to new All Time Highs in mid-March 2024, Bitcoin was accelerating in its cycle by 260 days compared to traditional Halving Cycles,” stated Rekt Capital. However, this rapid pace has not been sustained. Over the past two months, Bitcoin has been in a phase of consolidation, which has altered its trajectory. The acceleration advantage has decreased to about 210 days compared to previous cycles. This deceleration is a critical factor, as it could lead to a re-synchronization with the typical halving cycle. Typically, BTC peaks 518-546 days after a halving event. Related Reading: Bitcoin Relative Strength Jumps To 40%: 10x Research Reveals Next Steps From Here The analyst suggests shifting the predictive focus from just halving events to the periods after Bitcoin surpasses its previous all-time highs. Historically, BTC price tends to reach a bull market top within 266 to 315 days after breaking these thresholds. Given that this milestone was achieved again in mid-March 2024, the projected window for the next bull market peak could be set between late November 2024 and late January 2025. Nevertheless, a notable trend is the increasing duration for which Bitcoin maintains levels beyond its old highs. In 2013, this period lasted 268 days, in 2017 it extended to 280 days, and by 2021, it had increased to 315 days. This pattern suggests an incremental extension of approximately 14 to 35 days per cycle. “Historically, the amount of days that Bitcoin has spent beyond old All Time Highs has increased by approximately 14 days to 35 days,” explained Rekt Capital. Related Reading: Bitcoin Bottom In? Retracement From $73,800 Is Deeper And Took Longer To Form Adding these increments to the initial range of 266 to 315 days post-old highs, the peak could potentially extend to between 280 and 350 days post-breakout. This adjustment shifts the expected peak time frame to between mid-December 2024 and early March 2025. Potential Synchronization With Halving Cycles Despite the current accelerated cycle, there remains a possibility that further deceleration could align Bitcoin more closely with its halving cycle. In past cycles, such as those between 2015-2017 and 2019-2021, Bitcoin peaked at 518 and 546 days post-halving, respectively. If Bitcoin’s rate of acceleration continues to decrease, the cycle may eventually resynchronize, potentially delaying the peak to between mid-September and mid-October 2025. Rekt Capital elaborates, “But if Bitcoin continues to reduce its current acceleration in the cycle, it would resynchronize with traditional Halving cycles.” This could result in a peak more aligned with historical patterns, diverging from the current accelerated timeline. At press time, BTC traded at $64,262. Featured image created with DALL·E, chart from TradingView.com
Bitcoin, the trailblazer of cryptocurrencies, reached a symbolic milestone this weekend, processing its 1-billionth transaction. This achievement has ignited a celebratory mood among proponents, who hail it as a testament to the digital currency’s growing legitimacy and potential. However, beneath the champagne toasts, whispers of caution linger as analysts grapple with the true significance of this benchmark. Related Reading: Is MATIC Poised For Takeoff? Key Area Breaks Records, Fueling Bullish Outlook Bitcoin’s Blockchain Bonanza: Security And Speed Take Center Stage At the heart of the celebration lies the accomplishment itself. Bitcoin’s decentralized network, often touted for its security, has demonstrably facilitated 1 billion transactions – a testament to its ability to function flawlessly at scale. This feat, based on data by Clark Moody, is particularly noteworthy when compared to established payment giants like Visa, which took roughly 25 years to reach the same milestone. Proponents like Tarik Sammour emphasize this achievement, highlighting that “Bitcoin has done so flawlessly, securely, and without any centralized intermediary,” a stark contrast to the traditional financial system. What’s amazing is not that the #Bitcoin network has now processed 1B transactions, but that it has done so flawlessly, securely, and without any centralised intermediary. https://t.co/XC09H5bO6u — Tarik Sammour (@tarik_sammour) May 6, 2024 Bitcoin Vs. The Goliaths: Can Crypto Really Compete? The celebratory mood extends to Bitcoin’s potential as a viable payments platform. Analysts point to the rapid growth of Bitcoin compared to established players like Visa and Mastercard. Founder of the Orange Pill App, Matteo Pallegrini, emphasizes this point, underscoring Bitcoin’s resilience despite facing giants with “billions of dollars in marketing spend and thousands of employees.” This comparison fuels the narrative that Bitcoin is disrupting the payments landscape, offering a faster and more transparent alternative. A screenshot of Bitcoin Network's transactions and BTC price performance. Source: Clark Moody. A Look Beyond The Billion: Challenges On The Horizon While the celebratory chorus is loud, a closer look reveals some lingering concerns. Bitcoin grapples with scalability issues, struggling to handle the high transaction volume necessary to truly compete with traditional payment processors. This often translates to high transaction fees, potentially hindering broader adoption. Furthermore, the environmental impact of Bitcoin mining, which relies on vast amounts of energy, remains a significant point of contention. Bitcoin is now trading at $64.244. Chart: TradingView The Verdict: A Toast With Reservations The 1 billion transaction milestone undoubtedly marks a significant moment for Bitcoin. It underscores the growing popularity and potential of this digital currency. However, a balanced perspective recognizes the challenges Bitcoin faces – scalability, transaction fees, and environmental concerns. Related Reading: XRP Holders Stack Coins Despite Price Dip: Bullish Signal Or HODL Of Desperation? While institutional investment and comparisons to internet adoption are encouraging signs, widespread individual adoption remains a question mark. The future of Bitcoin hinges on its ability to address these issues and evolve into a truly viable alternative in the global financial landscape. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView
Richard Byworth, Managing Partner at SyzCapital, has ignited rumors suggesting that Bitcoin ETFs listed in Hong Kong could soon be accessible to investors from mainland China. Byworth’s remarks on X, formerly known as Twitter, highlight the ongoing discussions about the possibility of the integration of these ETFs into the Stock Connect system. This integration could […]
Bitcoin price started a steady increase above the $62,500 resistance. BTC is again struggling to clear the $64,500 and $65,000 resistance levels. Bitcoin is showing positive signs and facing hurdles near $64,500. The price is trading above $62,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $62,800 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair could struggle to clear the $64,500 and $65,000 resistance levels. Bitcoin Price Faces Resistance Bitcoin price found support near the $56,500 zone and started a decent increase. There was a clear move above the $60,000 and $61,200 resistance levels. The bulls pushed the price above the $63,500 level and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. However, the bears are again active near the $64,500 and $65,000 resistance levels. A high was formed at $64,646 and the price is now consolidating gains. It is stable above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $56,378 swing low to the $64,646 high. There is also a key bullish trend line forming with support at $62,800 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. Bitcoin is now trading above $62,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. Immediate resistance is near the $64,500 level. The first major resistance could be $65,000. The next key resistance could be $65,500. Source: BTCUSD on TradingView.com A clear move above the $65,500 resistance might send the price higher. The next resistance now sits at $66,800. If there is a clear move above the $66,800 resistance zone, the price could continue to move up. In the stated case, the price could rise toward $68,000. Another Decline In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $64,500 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Immediate support on the downside is near the $62,800 level and the trend line. The first major support is $61,500. If there is a close below $61,500, the price could start to drop toward the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $56,378 swing low to the $64,646 high at $59,500. Any more losses might send the price toward the $58,000 support zone in the near term. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now losing pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now near the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $62,500, followed by $61,500. Major Resistance Levels – $64,500, $65,000, and $65,500.
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Crypto markets are super volatile at the moment. Although the prices of the popular tokens remain within a descending trend, the likelihood of a fine upswing continues to hold upright. The start of the year was extremely bullish, as the markets were screaming for more upside. Further, two months down the line, the altcoins went …
Arthur Hayes, the co-founder and former CEO of BitMEX, recently shared his thoughts on the current Bitcoin price action. He stated that the flagship crypto has hit a local low and predicted what its future trajectory will look like. Related Reading: Is MATIC Poised For Takeoff? Key Area Breaks Records, Fueling Bullish Outlook Hayes Says Bitcoin Has Bottomed In a recent blog post, Hayes mentioned that Bitcoin hit a local low when it dropped to around $58,600 earlier this week. As such, he doesn’t foresee the flagship crypto dropping below that price range again anytime soon. Instead, he predicts that Bitcoin will rally above $60,000 (which it already did) and “then range-bound price action between $60,000 and $70,000 until August.” Hayes also suggested that Bitcoin’s recent decline was due to several factors, including the Fed rate decision, the Bitcoin halving sell-the-news event, and the slowdown in the demand for US Spot Bitcoin ETFs. He also used the opportunity to touch on the recent Fed and Treasury policy announcements, which he believes will significantly impact crypto. Hayes claimed those announcements meant the government would likely resort to money printing soon enough. He believes the potential injection of liquidity into the US economy will “dampen negative price movement” in the crypto market. As such, he expects that prices will “bottom, chop, and begin a slow grind higher.” Hayes’ projections are similar to crypto expert Michaël van de Poppe, who recently predicted that Bitcoin will likely consolidate for a few months. Interestingly, Van de Poppe also alluded to the Fed’s recent policies, noting that a Quantitative Easing is close, which would be bullish for Bitcoin. However, Hayes sounded apprehensive of the long-term effects of the recent monetary announcements, noting that they had an inflationary nature. Therefore, although more money is expected to flow into the crypto market with the Fed’s decision, it could cause inflation to skyrocket. This would eventually lead to higher interest rates, negatively affecting risk assets like Bitcoin. Bitcoin is now trading at $63.160. Chart: TradingView Arthur Hayes’ Trading Strategy Going Forward The MEXC co-founder said he would buy Solana and “doggie coins for momentum trading positions.” For long-term “shitcoin positions,” he mentioned that he would increase his allocations in Pendle while identifying other tokens that he considers undervalued. Basically, he plans to use this month to increase his exposure. Once he had done that, he remarked that he would wait for the market to “appreciate the inflationary nature of the recent US monetary policy announcements.” Related Reading: Shiba Inu In Danger Zone: 15% Price Crash Incoming? Meanwhile, as to what doggie coins Hayes might be accumulating, Dogwifhat (WIF) is likely one of them, considering he once mentioned that he would load up on WIF as Bitcoin bottoms out. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView
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Crypto whales are making massive moves, and as a positive outcome, cryptocurrencies have surged in the past 24 hours. On May 3, market capitalization reached $2.18 trillion, up 2.80%. However, Bitcoin appears to be on a trajectory toward short-term price recovery, led by a significant accumulation of over $2.8 billion worth of BTC within just …
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MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor, a notable figure in the crypto world, has stirred controversy with his recent comments at the Bitcoin for Corporations 2024 event. Saylor’s predictions about the regulatory fate of major altcoins like Ethereum (ETH), XRP, BNB, Cardano (ADA), and Solana (SOL) have left many in the community angry. What did he say …