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The draft law aims to govern crypto asset service providers, crypto asset platform operations, crypto asset storage, and crypto asset buying, selling, and transfer transactions. |
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The pilot program tested a method of bringing traditional finance fund data onto blockchains, with big banks JPMorgan and BNY Mellon also involved. |
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Bybit’s Notcoin listing debacle, China firm’s profits up 12-fold after crypto buy: Asia Express Bybit to compensate users after Notcoin listing debacle, China gaming firm’s profits up 1100% after $200M crypto buy, and more: Asia Express. |
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Series funding rounds have sprung back, albeit still remaining well below their all-time highs of $4.5 billion in monthly deals during the previous crypto market cycle. |
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OpenAI’s voice assistant demolishes Google’s, plus why do AI’s lie… and should they date each other? GPT-porn and AI detectors: AI Eye. |
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The symbiotic relationship between AI and crypto is still in its nascent stages, according to tech execs. |
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The Open Network users will be able to use Oobit’s Tap & Pay technology to pay merchants in fiat while spending USDT. |
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Understand the mechanics of reentrancy attacks, a common exploit in smart contracts. Get insights on prevention and mitigation strategies. |
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On the latest episode of The Agenda podcast, MyPrize founder Zach Bruch makes the case for crypto casinos and online gambling as a path toward mass adoption. |
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Millennium Management is the largest Bitcoin ETF investor with a $1.9 billion investment. |
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Binance’s new algorithm has already helped detect over 13.4 million spoofed blockchain addresses on BNB and over 1.68 million on Ethereum. |
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Previously only available on the Ethereum blockchain, the DEX will now operate on both Shibarium and Ethereum. |
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The authorities destroyed two underground operations in Fujian and Hunan, and the police also froze 149 million yuan worth $20 million linked to the USDT banking operations. |
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The program has added five startups and will trial various payment technologies ranging from blockchain to Web3. |
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Binance Announces Support for Chiliz (CHZ) and MultiversX (EGLD) Network Upgrades & Hard Forks Binance has announced its support for the network upgrades and hard forks of cryptocurrencies Chiliz (CHZ) and MultiversX (EGLD). (Read More) |
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BitMEX introduced NOTUSDT perpetual swap, offering up to 10x leverage to traders. (Read More) |
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Binance announced the postponement of the removal of BIDR spot trading pairs. (Read More) |
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The SFC supports the industry-led public consultation on a code of conduct for ESG ratings and data product providers. (Read More) |
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OpenAI introduces improvements to data analysis in its AI model, ChatGPT. (Read More) |
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Dr. Gavin Wood, co-founder of Ethereum, is taking blockchain scalability to the next level with his creation of JAM, following his previous project, Polkadot. (Read More) |
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Cryptocurrencies Fueling Trade-Based Money Laundering: Insights from Michael Firing of CITE Michael Firing, Assistant Director at CITE, discusses how cryptocurrencies are being used in trade-based money laundering activities. (Read More) |
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Sam Blackshear sheds light on the security features of the Move programming language designed to prevent common security exploits. (Read More) |
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An overview of Discord's journey from a gaming platform to a developer platform. (Read More) |
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A deep dive into the increasing threat of crypto drainers to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, highlighting ways to avoid falling victim. (Read More) |
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RockTree Capital announces the launch of its immersive website, showcasing a futuristic film-noir concept: the Cyberpunk Crypto City. The site, set in the future near the 11th halving of bitcoin, builds on the ideas of the cypherpunk movement. RockTree invests in and accelerates the trajectory of projects from Infrastructure, DeFi, Cross-chain, and the Bitcoin Ecosystem.Read All |
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Discover how Weekly Predictions revolutionizes crypto investing with Karim Chaib, founder of Dopamine, offering data-driven insights for informed decisions.Read All |
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- Decentralized insurance is a solution to protect user funds from any future attacks or problems.- Thanks to Nexus Mutual, it is possible to hedge the smart contracts used in DeFi protocols, protecting yourself from any risks.Read All |
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Biometrics, with its capabilities in identity verification, content authentication, mitigation of bots and Sybil attacks, and creation of personalized user experiences, offers unique advantages to restore trust, combat misinformation, and establish a secure online media ecosystem. This article outlines the potential benefits and considerations associated with integrating biometric solutions within the digital media realm.Read All |
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Layer-1 blockchains have three sources of funding for the validators supporting their networks: unlocked tokens from the total supply, minting of new tokens and network fees paid by the users. We explore major Layer-1 blockchains to find out how sustainable are their models without token subsidies, pros and cons of different approaches to crypto economy.Read All |
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DePIN (short for Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks) extends Web 3--the decentralized internet built on blockchains, cryptocurrencies, and smart contracts--to physical infrastructure and services like energy networks and ride-sharing. Messari, an independent crypto research firm, estimates DePIN’s Total Addressable Market to be $2.2 trillion, growing to $3.5 trillion by 2028. However, DePIN's theoretical market size is the entire non-digital economy, which, according to the World Bank, is nearly $90 trillion.Read All |
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Blockchain technology is not only the foundation for cryptocurrencies, but also for the transformation of numerous industries. With applications in finance, healthcare, and beyond, its decentralized nature and robust data security are reshaping the way we handle information. By bringing transparency, security, and efficiency to various aspects of life and business, blockchain is revolutionizing our interactions. As this technology continues to evolve, we anticipate even more diverse applications and innovations. It's important to stay abreast of its progress and explore new opportunities across industries. Blockchain is making the world more transparent, secure and accessible to everyone.Read All |
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Revolutionizing AI: io.net and Aptos Labs Forge a Path for Decentralized Innovation Discover how io.net's partnership with Aptos Labs is setting the stage for the future of decentralized AI and blockchain integration. Learn about their efforts to make AI more accessible and the impact of their collaboration on the AI and blockchain ecosystems.Read All |
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Ethereum-based Account Abstraction technology gives ultimate power to improve UX, onboard new users to Web3, and build Love Brands in DeFi, gaming, and HoReCa.Read All |
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The ERC-721 standard and OpenZeppelin's implementation allow safe and reliable buying and selling of NFTs with escrow services. We can send an NFT to an escrow, check if an NFT has been delegated to an escrow, and remove an NFT from escrow. The escrow account holder can execute a transfer to a new owner. Using escrow allows all the parties to agree when the transfer happens when all the rules have been met.Read All |
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Solana competes with BNB for the fourth place in the crypto world. Has the coin left all the problems behind?Read All |
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Anonymous, Accountable Contract Wallet System With Account Abstraction: Conclusion & References An academic paper about anonymous yet accountable contract wallet systems utilizing blockchain and accountable ring signatures for secure transactions.Read All |
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After a period of correction, Filecoin (FIL) is teasing a potential price surge, buoyed by bullish technical indicators and analyst predictions. As of Friday afternoon, FIL is hovering around $5.80, but whispers of a $15 target in the coming weeks are swirling in the cryptosphere. Related Reading: Solana On The Brink? Price Stalemate At Crucial $140 Support Recent Price Surge Ignites Investor Interest FIL has been on a tear lately, defying the overall slump in the cryptocurrency market. Over the past 24 hours, the token saw an increase of over 7%, accompanied by a healthy trading volume exceeding $420 million. This surge in price and activity has grabbed the attention of market watchers, with many speculating on the possibility of a sustained upward trend. Analyst Eyes $15: Falling Wedge Breakout Hints At Price Reversal Adding fuel to the fire is crypto analyst World Of Charts, who has expressed a decidedly bullish sentiment on FIL’s future. According to their analysis, the recent price correction appears to be nearing its end. $Fil Healthy Correction Has Almost Over Seems Like #Fil Will Recover From Here Falling Wedge Breakout Has Already Confirmed Expecting Move Towards 15$ In Coming Weeks#Crypto #Filcoin pic.twitter.com/O61j9B02ha — World Of Charts (@WorldOfCharts1) May 15, 2024 They point to a confirmed falling wedge breakout pattern, which historically indicates a potential trend reversal. This technical indicator suggests FIL could be poised for a significant rebound, with World Of Charts setting a target price of $15 in the coming weeks. FIL’s Resilience Bodes Well For Future Further bolstering the bullish case is FIL’s defiance of the broader downward trend in the crypto market. While many digital assets have been experiencing significant price drops, FIL has managed to hold its ground. This resilience suggests strong underlying support and potential for future growth. Filecoin: Technical Indicators Flash Green Technical analysis also paints a positive picture for FIL. The RSI (Relative Strength Index), a momentum indicator, is currently exhibiting a slow but steady upward trajectory. This suggests that FIL is not overbought and has room for further price appreciation. Additionally, FIL has historically displayed a pattern of high trading volume at price peaks and low volume during price dips. This ongoing trend signifies strength in the token’s price action. Related Reading: Whale Watch: Ethereum Fresh Buy Signal Sparks Speculation Breach Of Support Could Dampen Optimism However, the bullish outlook is not without its caveats. A breach below the crucial $5.50 support level could trigger negative sentiment and potentially lead to a price decline. This highlights the inherent volatility of the cryptocurrency market, where unforeseen events can quickly alter price movements. Furthermore, market sentiment is highly sensitive to external factors such as regulatory news, macroeconomic trends, and technological developments within the crypto space. Any adverse developments, such as stringent regulatory crackdowns or security breaches, could exacerbate selling pressure and undermine investor confidence. Featured image from Wallpapers.com, chart from TradingView |
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Leading on-chain analyst James Check, popularly known as Checkmatey, has recently delved into the intricacies of Bitcoin’s market dynamics, offering a detailed on-chain data analysis that sheds light on the forces driving Bitcoin prices. His latest insights highlight a period he describes as “Quiet and Trending,” suggesting a robust underpinning despite significant sell-side pressures and shifts in volatility. Bitcoin Follows The Stair-Stepping Rally-Consolidation-Rally Pattern Since December, Bitcoin has experienced substantial sell-side pressure, with over 1.5 million BTC being sold. “Around 30% of this came out of GBTC, but the rest of it was good old fashioned profit taking,” Check explains. Despite such substantial market sales, Bitcoin has demonstrated resilience with a relatively modest price correction of just -20%. This suggests that the foundational support levels for Bitcoin are stronger than what surface-level market movements might imply. A striking aspect of Check’s analysis is the transformation in Bitcoin’s volatility profile. “The overall realized volatility profile for Bitcoin is half what it was in 2021, and 3x smaller than 2017,” states Check. This trend indicates a growing maturity within the Bitcoin market, reflecting its evolution into a more stable asset over time compared to its early years. Check counters the typical narrative surrounding Bitcoin’s volatility: “What a lot of people forget however is that Bitcoin is volatile to the upside. Volatility to the upside is good!” He posits that the current increment in volatility is moderate and suggests that the market is still in the early phases of a bull run, rather than nearing its end. Related Reading: Most Important Bitcoin Indicator Nears Bullish Flip: $150,000 Soon? A critical tool in Check’s analysis is the Short-Term Holder MVRV (STH-MVRV) Ratio, which he uses to gauge market sentiment and phases. According to Check, this ratio consistently finds support at 1.0 and resistance at 1.4 during stable uptrends. Stability is maintained as long as the ratio remains within these bounds. “Only when it breaks above this ceiling do things become unstable,” Check notes, which could signal a transition to bearish conditions. Despite the sell-off that brought Bitcoin down to $57k, Check observes that this has not significantly dented the profitability of short-term holders. “The magnitude of Unrealised Loss was very much in line with bull market corrections, calming fears of a top-heavy market.” Related Reading: Is Bitcoin’s Rally Over? Top Analysts Predict Imminent Price Corrections He further highlights that several of the local top buyers panic sold their Bitcoin at the lows, an action he interprets as beneficial for the correction phase, serving to stabilize the market by shaking out weak hands. Expanding his analysis, Check refutes the criticism that Bitcoin’s volatility makes it a less viable asset. He points to a chart comparison of Bitcoin’s 30-day volatility against top-performing US stocks, showing that Bitcoin’s volatility is well within a manageable range. Furthermore, he discusses the lower realized volatility of the SPY index, attributing it to the “out sized performance of the Magnificent-7,” which is counterbalanced by the poorer performance of the other components. By highlighting the structural aspects of the current “Quiet and Trending” market phase, Check offers a refined perspective on how Bitcoin is navigating its maturation pathway, balancing between its speculative origins and its potential as a mainstream financial asset. He concludes, “Overall, the Bitcoin uptrend in 2023-24 looks fairly structured, following stair-stepping rally-consolidation-rally pattern. However, as the charts above show, volatility tends to pick up during a consolidation, and that can lead to instability.” At press time, BTC traded at $66,288. Featured image created with DALL·E, chart from TradingView.com |
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Dogecoin corrected gains and tested the $0.150 zone against the US Dollar. DOGE is now forming a base and might start a fresh increase above $0.1520. DOGE price jumped toward $0.160 before correcting gains. The price is trading above the $0.150 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $0.1485 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The price must settle above $0.1540 to move into a positive zone and start a fresh surge. Dogecoin Price Holds Support After a steady increase, Dogecoin price faced resistance near the $0.160 zone. A high was formed at $0.1594 before DOGE started a downside correction like Bitcoin and Ethereum. There was a drop below the $0.1540 support zone. A low was formed at $0.1488 and DOGE is now consolidating for the next move. Dogecoin is still trading above the $0.150 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is also a key bullish trend line forming with support at $0.1485 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair. On the upside, the price is facing resistance near the $0.1515 level. It is near the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $0.1594 swing high to the $0.1488 low. The next major resistance is near the $0.1540 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $0.1594 swing high to the $0.1488 low. A close above the $0.1540 resistance might send the price toward the $0.160 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $0.1650 level. The next major stop for the bulls might be $0.1720. More Losses In DOGE? If DOGE’s price fails to gain pace above the $0.1540 level, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $0.150 level and the trend line. The next major support is near the $0.1445 level. If there is a downside break below the $0.1445 support, the price could decline further. In the stated case, the price might decline toward the $0.1350 level. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for DOGE/USD is now losing momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for DOGE/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.1500, $0.1445 and $0.1350. Major Resistance Levels – $0.1515, $0.1540, and $0.1600. |
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An analyst has explained how the data of an oscillator for Bitcoin could suggest the cryptocurrency still has plenty of room to run in this rally. Bitcoin VWAP Oscillator Could Imply Potential For Further Upside In a new post on X, analyst Willy Woo discussed what the latest trend in the Volume-Weighted Average Price (VWAP) Oscillator for BTC might suggest regarding what could be next for the cryptocurrency. The VWAP is an indicator that calculates the average price for any asset by taking into account the price fluctuations themselves and weighing the values against the trading volume. Related Reading: XRP & Cardano Whales Load Up Bags: Preparation For Altcoin Rally? This means that the prices of the assets where there was a higher volume of trading have a higher weightage in the average than those with only a low amount of volume. Traditionally, the VWAP is a technical analysis indicator that considers the information available through spot exchanges. In the context of the current topic, the VWAP uses the on-chain volume of Bitcoin instead, which is readily viewable by anyone thanks to the blockchain’s transparency. The indicator of interest here isn’t the VWAP but rather the VWAP Oscillator, as mentioned earlier. This metric keeps track of the ratio between the BTC spot price and the VWAP and presents it as an oscillator of around zero. The chart below shows the trend of this Bitcoin indicator over the past couple of years. The above graph shows that the Bitcoin VWAP Oscillator has been in negative territory for the past couple of months. However, the metric’s value has been rising recently, so if it continues on this trajectory, it might approach the neutral mark shortly. In the chart, Woo has highlighted a trend that the indicator and the cryptocurrency’s price have historically shown. It seems that whenever the metric has formed a bottom in negative territory and rebounded back to the upside, the asset has enjoyed some bullish momentum. The resulting price surge may last until the indicator reverses into the positive territory and forms a top. That hasn’t happened for the VWAP Oscillator this time yet. “Still a lot of room to run before reversal or consolidation,” says the analyst. “Hate to be a trapped Bitcoin bear right now.” Related Reading: Bitcoin Not Out Of Danger Yet, NVT Golden Cross Warns In other news, as CryptoQuant author Axel Adler Jr. pointed out in an X post, retail investors have bought $135.7 million worth of the asset over the past month. BTC Price At the time of writing, Bitcoin is floating around $65,000, up 5% over the last week. Featured image from Shutterstock.com, woocharts.com, chart from TradingView.com |
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XRP price shows positive signs above the $0.5100 resistance. The price could gain bullish momentum if it clears the $0.520 and $0.5220 resistance levels. XRP is eyeing a fresh increase above the $0.520 level. The price is now trading above $0.510 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is another short-term declining channel forming with resistance at $0.520 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase if there is a close above the $0.520 resistance. XRP Price Eyes More Upsides After a steady increase, XRP price faced resistance near the $0.520 zone. Recently, there was a minor downside correction like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price declined below the $0.5180 level. There was a move below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward wave from the $0.4980 swing low to the $0.5225 high. However, the bulls are active near the $0.5140 zone. The price is still trading above $0.510 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. Immediate resistance is near the $0.5195 level. The first key resistance is near $0.520. There is also a short-term declining channel forming with resistance at $0.520 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair. A close above the $0.520 resistance zone could send the price higher. The next key resistance is near $0.5220. If the bulls push the price above the $0.5220 resistance level, there could be a fresh move toward the $0.5350 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $0.550 resistance. More Losses? If XRP fails to clear the $0.520 resistance zone, it could slowly move down. Initial support on the downside is near the $0.5150 level. The next major support is at $0.5120. The main support is now near $0.510 and the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward wave from the $0.4980 swing low to the $0.5225 high. If there is a downside break and a close below the $0.510 level, the price might accelerate lower. In the stated case, the price could drop and test the $0.4980 support in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.5120 and $0.5100. Major Resistance Levels – $0.5200 and $0.5220. |
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As Bitcoin navigates through significant price changes, varying analyses from crypto analysts have painted a diverse picture of its short-term trajectory. A prominent crypto analyst, Ali, identified a sell signal on Bitcoin’s short-term charts using the TD Sequential indicator. Related Reading: Is The Crypto Winter Thawing? US Bitcoin ETFs Record First Inflows In Weeks – Coinshares According to Ali’s analysis, the TD Sequential indicator suggested that Bitcoin’s current uptrend might be losing momentum. This could potentially lead to a correction over the next one to four candlesticks, particularly noticeable on the four-hour chart. The TD Sequential presents a sell signal on the #Bitcoin 4-hour chart, anticipating a one to four candlesticks correction for $BTC. pic.twitter.com/OC9Clv0Tat — Ali (@ali_charts) May 16, 2024 Diverging Bitcoin Views From Top Crypto Analysts Contrasting this perspective, another prominent analyst, Rekt Capital, recently provided a more optimistic view. According to Rekt Capital, Bitcoin ended its downtrend in mid-April, breaking into an uptrend with its price surpassing previous resistance levels. This change has been marked by Bitcoin forming its first higher high since its drop to $56,000, as highlighted by Rekt Capital. This indicates a possible continuation of the bull market despite periodic market attempts to unsettle investors. The TD Sequential indicator’s sell signal comes as Bitcoin has shown a 7.6% increase over the past seven days, reaching a 24-hour high of $66,567 before retracing slightly to $65,592. Rekt Capital noted the significance of the $60,000 support level, suggesting that maintaining this level is crucial for further positive momentum. He remarked that the recent breakout to $66,000 is a testament to how quickly market sentiment can shift toward a bullish trend. The analyst disclosed: The Bitcoin Bull Market is not over. But time and time again, the market will try to shake you out of your positions before you are able to profit significantly from them. Insights From Galaxy CEO On BTC’s Future Trends Meanwhile, Mike Novogratz of Galaxy Digital commented on the broader market trends, noting that the crypto sector is at a critical juncture where narratives are evolving, and the market landscape could change rapidly, especially with impending regulatory developments in the US. Related Reading: Bitcoin Could Crash Below $55,000, Top Analyst Sounds The Alarm Mike Novogratz further expanded on the macro view, suggesting that the next few months could be pivotal for the crypto market as it responds to new narratives and regulatory developments. It’s been a fascinating week in crypto. Narratives are forming and odds are shifting. It’ll be interesting to watch the next few months play out, and even more interesting to watch the jump shift that’ll occur as soon as there’s regulatory clarity around crypto in the U.S.… pic.twitter.com/t0g5rTIKjP — Mike Novogratz (@novogratz) May 16, 2024 He also recently predicted that Bitcoin’s price will oscillate between $55,000 and $75,000 for some time, indicating a phase of consolidation before any major moves. Featured image from Unsplash, Chart from TradingView |
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Ethereum price tested the $3,040 zone and corrected gains. ETH is now testing the $2,925 support and might aim for a fresh increase. Ethereum started a downside correction after the bears defended $3,040. The price is trading below $2,960 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a connecting bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,965 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase unless there is a close below the $2,925 support. Ethereum Price Dips Again Ethereum price started a fresh increase above the $2,950 and $2,960 levels, like Bitcoin. ETH even cleared the $3,000 level before the bears appeared near $3,040. A new weekly high was formed at $3,039 and the price recently started a downside correction. There was a move below the $3,000 level. Ether dipped below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2,860 swing low to the $3,039 high. Ethereum is now trading below $2,960 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. However, the bulls are active near the $2,925 support and the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2,860 swing low to the $3,039 high. Immediate resistance is near the $2,960 level. There is also a connecting bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,965 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. The first major resistance is near the $3,000 level. An upside break above the $3,000 resistance might send the price higher. The next key resistance sits at $3,050, above which the price might gain traction and rise toward the $3,150 level. If there is a clear move above the $3,150 level, the price might rise and test the $3,220 resistance. Any more gains could send Ether toward the $3,350 resistance zone. More Losses In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,965 resistance and the trend line, it could continue to move down. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,925 level. The next major support is near the $2,900 zone. A clear move below the $2,900 support might push the price toward $2,850. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,740 level in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is losing momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Level – $2,925 Major Resistance Level – $2,965 |
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Bitcoin price rallied and tested the $66,500 zone. BTC is now consolidating gains and might attempt another increase toward $67,500. Bitcoin started a consolidation phase from the $66,500 resistance zone. The price is trading above $65,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $65,150 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair could start another increase unless the bears push it below $63,800. Bitcoin Price Remains Supported Bitcoin price formed a base and started a fresh increase above the $63,500 level. BTC even cleared the $65,500 resistance and tested the $66,500 region. A new weekly high was formed at $66,565 and the price is now consolidating gains. There was a minor decline below the $66,000 level. The price dipped below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $61,073 swing low to the $66,565 high. Bitcoin price is now trading above $65,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is also a key bullish trend line forming with support at $65,150 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. Immediate resistance is near the $65,600 level. The first major resistance could be $66,000. The next key resistance could be $66,500. A clear move above the $66,500 resistance might send the price higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $67,200 resistance. If the bulls remain in action, the price could rise toward the $68,000 resistance zone. Any more gains might send BTC toward the $70,000 barrier. Another Decline In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to climb above the $66,000 resistance zone, it could continue to move down. Immediate support on the downside is near the $65,150 level and the trend line. The first major support is $64,200. The main support is now forming near $63,800 or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $61,073 swing low to the $66,565 high. Any more losses might send the price toward the $63,150 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 above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $65,150, followed by $63,800. Major Resistance Levels – $66,000, $66,500, and $67,200. |
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AVAX, the native currency of Avalanche, a high throughput blockchain, is rising, adding an impressive 9% from May 15 lows. Buyers are taking over after weeks of lower lows. While the expansion of Bitcoin prices could explain these gains, there could be more. Fine Wine Investment Fund Tokenized On Avalanche Avalanche has announced tokenizing a fine wine investment fund, a move that would see the platform ride on the wave of tokenization. In a statement, Avalanche said the Wine Capital Fund has been tokenized by Oasis Pro and listed on ATS via the Avalanche C-Chain, where smart contracts are deployed. Related Reading: Why Did The Bitcoin Price Rise Above $66,000 Today? The ATS is Oasis Pro’s trading platform registered by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Meanwhile, the capital fund is a “closed-end investment vehicle.” Specifically, it specializes in fine wines and is overseen by WIVX Asset Management. The decision to tokenize on Avalanche is a step forward in creating a tokenized asset ecosystem, mirroring progress made in Ethereum, among other chains. By making inroads into the fine wines market, estimated to be worth over $400 billion, the platform aims to democratize access, making it available to more investors. Analysts claim tokenization removes barriers common in traditional finance. Notably, Avalanche will play a huge role since the network is scalable, boosting a high throughput with sub-second finality. The number of real-world assets (RWA) being onboarded is rising. When writing, data from RWA.xyz reveals that over $7.6 billion worth of private credit has been tokenized. At the same time, months after announcing the deployment of the BUIDL fund on Ethereum, it manages over $381 million of tokenized United States treasuries. Efforts On Meme Coins, DeFi: Will AVAX Break $40? Avalanche is not only making progress in tokenization; earlier, they announced efforts to encourage meme coin activity on-chain. To do this, the Avalanche Foundation launched Memecoin Rush, a $1 million liquidity mining incentive program. Related Reading: Red Alert For Bitcoin: Network Hashrate Takes A 20% Dive The model follows the Avalanche Rush program. The number of decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions deploying on the high throughput chain rapidly grew through this program. As of mid-May 2024, DeFiLlama data shows that Avalanche DeFi protocols manage over $945 million. The number has shrunk by over 90% since November 2021, at over $10.9 billion. AVAX prices are stable at spot rates. However, with the coin finding support at $30 and printing a triple bottom, the path of least resistance appears northward toward $40 or higher. Feature image from UnSplash, chart from TradingView |
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The Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) has partnered with blockchain oracle Chainlink and several prominent banking institutions in the United States to conduct a successful pilot aimed at accelerating the tokenization of funds. The collaboration has not only paved the way for the adoption of blockchain technology in the traditional asset management sector but has also had a significant impact on the price of Chainlink’s native cryptocurrency, LINK, which has surged past the $14 threshold. Major Asset Managers Join DTCC And Chainlink The pilot, called Smart NAV, was developed by DTCC to explore the extension of its Mutual Fund Profile Service I (MFPS I), an industry-standard platform that transmits “Price and Rate” data, also known as “NAV data.” Related Reading: Why Is This Crypto Pundit Warning XRP Investors To Be At Alert For The Next 3-12 Months By leveraging Chainlink’s cross-chain interoperability and blockchain abstraction capabilities, the pilot aimed to investigate the potential of on-chain price and rate data as a key enabler for new initiatives, particularly in the realm of mutual fund tokenization. To evaluate the industry value of a DLT-based price and rate dissemination solution, DTCC collaborated with asset managers, service providers, and distributors, including American Century Investments, BNY Mellon, Edward Jones, Franklin Templeton, Invesco, JPMorgan, MFS Investment Management, Mid Atlantic Trust, and State Street. On-Chain Data Delivery For Fund Tokenization According to the announcement, the results of the pilot were positive. The collaboration between DTCC, the US banking institutions, and Chainlink reportedly showed that structured data can be delivered on-chain, enabling the embedding of foundational data into multiple on-chain use cases. This capability has far-reaching implications, including supporting brokerage portfolio applications and facilitating real-time, automated data dissemination. Moreover, Smart NAV aims to provide built-in access to historical data and simplify the relay of price and rate data through new interfaces for data consumption. Furthermore, the pilot reportedly achieved several key milestones, including validating user interfaces and applications that leverage on-chain data, establishing automation of data routing through smart contracts for dynamic data management, and preventing future fragmentation through Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP). Related Reading: QCP Capital Sees Bitcoin Reclaiming $74K Highs – Here’s Why BTC Could Continue Its Rally Ultimately, the DTCC stated that the partnership with Chainlink has played a key role in the success of the Smart NAV use case. By providing an abstraction layer through its cross-chain interoperability capabilities, Chainlink has facilitated “seamless” transmission of data across multiple blockchains. This approach eliminates the need for DTCC to establish individual connections to each blockchain, mitigating costs and operational complexities while ensuring data accessibility and optimization. Bullish Momentum For LINK As of the time of this press release, the LINK token has successfully surged above the $14.88 mark, experiencing a notable 6.8% increase in price since the initial announcement on Thursday. Data from CoinGecko indicates that the token’s trading volume has also seen a significant surge of 17% in the last hours, reaching a substantial figure of $400 million. However, for LINK to recover from its 72% losses from its all-time high of $52.70 reached in May 2021, it faces two key resistance levels as shown on the token’s daily LINK/USD chart above. These resistance walls are located at $15.18 and $17.8 respectively, before potentially moving towards the $20 mark. It remains to be seen whether the current bullish momentum will persist and further propel the price of LINK beyond these levels. Featured image from Shutterstock, chart from TradingView.com |