The race between presumptive Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is expected to be close in November — could crypto make a difference?
The race between presumptive Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump is expected to be close in November — could crypto make a difference?
Bitcoin is weak at spot rates, contracting from July 2024 peaks to below $66,000. As bears press on, targeting the round number at $60,000, bulls are optimistic, expecting a rebound in the coming sessions. Technically, the zone between $66,000 and $70,000 is a crucial zone that buyers must decisively break for the uptrend to develop. […]
In this ongoing bearish market sentiment, Ethereum (ETH) the world’s second-biggest cryptocurrency badly impacted as it experienced a notable 7% price drop. With this massive decline, ETH is now moving below the 200 Exponential Moving Average (EMA), indicating that it has entered in a downtrend. ETH below 200 EMA The 200 EMA is a technical …
Other Wall Street investment firms are likely to follow Morgan Stanley's lead, experts tell Decrypt.
Genesis has finalized its restructuring process and started distributing roughly $4 billion in digital assets and US dollars to creditors, according to an Aug. 2 statement. The company revealed that creditors will recover an average of 64% of their crypto claims, depending on the coins. Bitcoin holders will regain 51.28% of their holdings, Ethereum creditors […]
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The sell-off in the global stock markets is casting a bearish shadow on the cryptocurrency markets, signaling near-term weakness.
The sell-off in the global stock markets is casting a bearish shadow on the cryptocurrency markets, signaling near-term weakness.
MicroStrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) announced it is preparing to significantly increase its Bitcoin holdings by raising $2 billion through a new at-the-market equity offering. The announcement came after the market closed on Thursday, following a report of robust Q2 2024 earnings, which showed a substantial increase in the company’s assets. Currently, MicroStrategy holds 226,500 BTC, which […]
Matrixport, a digital asset financial services group born from Bitmain, an industry leader in Bitcoin mining, projects a bullish breakout for Bitcoin in the upcoming fourth quarter of 2024. In their latest research report titled “Matrix on Target: Bullish Prospects for Bitcoin in Q4,” the firm provides four reasons to be bullish in the upcoming weeks. #1 Narrowing Trading Range Signals Breakout Matrixport’s analysis begins with a technical assessment of the recent Bitcoin price action. Historically, Q3 has posed significant challenges with frequent breakout failures. This year, however, Bitcoin has demonstrated a notably narrowing trading range, a pattern typically preceding significant price volatility. “The constriction of price movement is often a precursor to dynamic price shifts, suggesting an impending breakout,” the report notes. #2 Monetary Policy As A Bitcoin Catalyst A pivotal aspect of the report focuses on the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate policies. Currently, the Fed maintains a rate of 5.25%, in contrast to a 3.0% inflation rate. Related Reading: Would Bitcoin Fall Below $60,000 Again? Analyst Reveals A Concerning Trend For BTC However, recent comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell have ignited speculations of a possible rate cut with the September FOMC meeting. “If inflation follows the projected path, an interest rate cut in the September meeting is possible,” Powell indicated. Matrixport’s analysis correlates these potential rate cuts with increased market liquidity, which historically benefits risk assets like Bitcoin. “Each quarter-point reduction by the Fed could inject substantial liquidity into the market, enhancing the appeal of non-traditional assets,” the report elaborates. #3 Impact Of The US Presidential Election The upcoming US Presidential election also features prominently in Matrixport’s forecast. The firm speculates on the impact of a potential re-election of Donald Trump, noting his previous administration’s relatively hands-off approach to crypto regulation. “A re-election of Trump could renew vigor in regulatory reform or laxity, providing a less uncertain landscape for crypto innovations,” the report suggests. Related Reading: Bitwise CIO On Bitcoin: ‘We’re Not Bullish Enough’ – Here’s Why Trump’s recent appearance at the Nashville Bitcoin conference, although not meeting some expectations, was perceived largely positively, signaling potential supportive stances on cryptocurrency if re-elected. Trump promised to sell the Bitcoin previously confiscated by the US government and establish a “national stockpile” of Bitcoin. As reported by NewsBTC, this action, if it comes to fruition, could have substantial implications for the game theory of BTC. It could spark a race for a quick allocation, with nations printing money to buy as much Bitcoin as possible. #4 Seasonal Patterns Of Bitcoin The report also delves into the seasonal patterns affecting Bitcoin’s performance, highlighting the typically sluggish months of August and September. This pattern is attributed to lower trading volumes during the summer vacation period and market caution in anticipation of economic indicators and central bank policy decisions in the fall. However, Matrixport posits that this year’s unique economic and political context could disrupt these usual trends, setting the stage for an unseasonal rally. Conclusively, Matrixport maintains a cautiously optimistic stance for Bitcoin’s performance in Q4 2024. “Considering the confluence of a narrowing price range, likely easing of US monetary policy, and the potential impacts of the US Presidential election, we are poised to witness a significant bullish breakout in Bitcoin’s price trajectory,” the report concludes. At press time, BTC traded at $64,730. Featured image created with DALL·E, chart from TradingView.com
CleanSpark announced it increased its treasury holdings by 567% when compared to the same period last year.
Winning over the $3.75-trillion financial advisory firm is a historic milestone for crypto.
It’s layoff season again as big tech and the semiconductor industry fail to meet investor expectations.
The future of AI depends on our ability to build a more inclusive, equitable, and decentralized computational landscape, says Mark Rydon, co-founder of Aethir.
Dishonesty brings consequences. A couple proved this phrase when they received money by mistake and kept it to themselves. Their action led them to serve jail time. A major error from Crypto.com crypto exchange resulted in refunding $10 Million instead of $100. The incident began in May 2021 when Jatinder Singh tried to deposit $100 …
The company reported better-than-expected second-quarter earnings on Thursday but saw a strong downtick in revenue from transaction fees, its main source of income.
Lumerin, Morpheus and Exabits are working together to build a blockchain-based AI agent economy, but talent and time constraints still pose challenges.
Morgan Stanley will be the first major Wall Street bank to permit its financial advisors to offer spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), CNBC reported on Aug. 2, citing sources familiar with the matter. This decision enables Morgan Stanley’s over 15,000 financial advisors to sell shares of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and Fidelity’s Wise Origin […]
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Since the Solana blockchain experienced a rise in failed transactions in April, due to the memecoin frenzy, several members of the community have been quite uncertain about the network. However, Marty Party, host of Crypto Traders Club Space has shed light on the issue of failed transactions on the Solana blockchain, addressing widespread worries among […]
Bitcoin remains volatile at spot rates. Despite the spectacular recovery yesterday, August 1, the downtrend remains, at least for now. Specifically, looking at the candlestick arrangement in the daily chart, there could be more growth once prices break $70,000. Before then, traders are closely monitoring price action aware that there could be more losses, pushing the coin below $60,000. Amid this, some analysts are bullish in the long term, ignoring short-term price volatility. Bitcoin Remains Bullish Despite Recent Price Drops In a post on X, Willy Woo, an on-chain analyst, said that though bears might succeed in the short to medium term, unwinding gains and progress made in the first half of the year, the path of least resistance in the long term remains northward. Related Reading: Polygon Price Risks Plunge With 90 Million MATIC Tokens Selling At $0.5 As on-chain data reveals increased movement among long-term holders (LTHs), shifting coins to top exchanges could heap more pressure on prices. Even so, Woo thinks that in the years to come, Bitcoin could range between $700,000 in the lower level and as high as $24 million, assuming it finds maximum adoption. The analyst said this bullish prediction is primarily based on the bullish assumption that Bitcoin would capture anywhere between 3% and 100% of the global wealth, which stands at over $500 trillion. Woo says the lower limit, 3%, is the upper bound of the recommended exposure laid out by Fidelity for institutions seeking to invest in the world’s most valuable coin. If most institutions allocate just 3% of their portfolio to Bitcoin via derivatives as spot ETFs, the probability of the coin soaring to $700,000 will be high. On the other hand, assuming everyone chooses to move their wealth to Bitcoin, divesting from the current traditional portfolios and choosing BTC, then the coin will explode to as high as $24 million. This assumption is, even according to Woo, improbable but cannot be discounted. BTC Is Transitioning, Spot ETFs Crucial For Growth Woo, in the post on X, said at spot rates, Bitcoin is in a transition. Looking at adoption charts, the coin is moving from the early to late majority adoption. Though in the nascent stages, a successful, hitch-free evolution will be crucial in driving prices even higher. Related Reading: Why XRP Price Won’t Skyrocket After Ripple-SEC Ruling: Crypto Pundit The key driver and catalyst of adoption in this vital stage will be the adoption of spot Bitcoin ETFs. Since the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved this derivative product, one analyst has picked a direct correlation between bullish swings and inflows into spot ETFs. For this reason, how institutions perceive BTC and allocate funds will be critical. Feature image from Canva, chart from TradingView
In this ongoing selling pressure, the overall cryptocurrency market may experience a massive sell-off. Today, in order to return a massive $3 billion worth of assets to customers, Genesis has recently transferred a significant $2.958 billion worth of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), according to the on-chain analytics firm Lookonchain. Genesis moves $3 billion worth …
The broker raised its year-end price target for the software company to $2,150 from $1,875.
A recent post on the Mt. Gox insolvency subreddit has sparked significant controversy and backlash among community members. A Mt. Gox creditor’s Bitcoin claim was waived off by the defunct exchange. The move was taken due to no response on the creditor emails sent by the collapsed exchange. Hence, the creditor seeks to take legal …
France's Autorité des Marchés Financiers said it started accepting applications for crypto asset services provider licenses on July 1.
As per a CNBC report, Japan’s stock markets hit an eight-month low on Friday, as they declined for two straight days after the Bank of Japan raised benchmark interest rates to their highest level since 2008. BoJ Raises Interest Rates By 15 Basis Points On Wednesday, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised interest rates by …
Major U.S. stock indexes are suffering 2.5%-3.5% declines on Friday.
Shiba Inu (SHIB) turned four on August 1, a remarkable milestone for the meme coin, especially considering how far it has come. One of Shiba Inu’s highlights has been its token burns, which were again on display throughout July. Over 379 Million SHIB Tokens Burned In July Shiba Inu’s burn tracker Shibburn revealed in an […]
Cardano (ADA) is currently competing with Ethereum in terms of large transaction volume. This is undoubtedly a positive development for the ADA ecosystem, especially since it indicates a wave of accumulation among the token’s large holders. Cardano Matches Ethereum In Large Transaction Volume Data from the market intelligence platform IntoTheBlock shows that Cardano is witnessing a similar large transaction volume as Ethereum. In the last 24 hours, Cardano recorded a large transaction volume of $6.7 billion, while Ethereum witnessed a large transaction volume of $6.71 billion. Related Reading: Why Did This Crypto Whale Spend $400 Million Buying Bitcoin Yesterday? This development suggests that Cardano whales have been active these past few days as they look to add more tokens to their positions, especially with the market currently on a dip and as these investors anticipate the much-awaited price rally from ADA. Further data from IntoTheBlock confirms this, as there has been an over 15% increase in large holders’ net flow over the last seven days. Data from the on-chain analytics platform Santiment also shows that Cardano whales have added to their positions. These investors, wallets holding between 100,000 and 10 million ADA tokens, collectively bought 120 million ADA tokens between July 17 and August 1. These wallets now hold over 5.69 billion ADA tokens. An increase in whale activity presents a bullish outlook for the Cardano ecosystem. These investors could influence market prices, and these purchases could spark a significant surge in ADA’s price. This will provide a much-needed boost for Cardano, seeing how the crypto token has underperformed since the start of the year. Cardano has a year-to-date (YTD) loss of over 35% and is one of the most shorted altcoins, thanks to this unimpressive price action. However, Santiment has suggested that a massive turnaround for the crypto token cannot be ruled out since Cardano being heavily shorted increases the “chances of liquidations leading to pumps.” The on-chain analytics platform claimed these liquidations could act as “rocket fuel” for a price rally for Cardano. What Will Eventually Spark That ADA Rally? Cardano has failed to enjoy any significant rally despite several bullish developments in its ecosystem this year. The most recent bullish fundamental was the news that the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) no longer considers ADA a security following the amendment of its complaint against Binance. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Says Dogecoin Price Will Rise Over 7,200% To Reach $10, Here’s Why Meanwhile, the Chang Hard Fork is underway as Cardano transitions to the Voltaire era and ushers in its most advanced governance system. It is worth mentioning that ADA’s price maintained a tepid price movement following the release of node validator software, version 9.1.0, which incorporates the Chang Hard Fork. As such, Cardano’s price action begs the question of what needs to happen for the crypto token to finally witness that much-anticipated price rally and catch up with the rest of the major cap tokens in terms of YTD gains. At the time of writing, Cardano is trading at around $0.38, down in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
A major cryptocurrency exchange, Bybit, has announced a halt to its services in the French market. Starting August 2, it will cease their operations for the French nationals. It took the closure decision due to recent regulatory developments and stringent regulatory pressures from the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF). Let’s explore what it means for …
The Republican nominee for US president pledged to commute Ross Ulbricht’s sentence, fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler, and have all Bitcoin mined in the United States.