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It’s been a wild week for cryptocurrency!
Bitcoin’s price went on a rollercoaster ride, soaring between $65,000 and $70,000, all thanks to a surprising turn of events with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) news. Was this a bullish sign or a bearish blow? What other factors sent shockwaves through the market? This week’s report will crack the code on these burning questions and many more.
This is information you can’t afford to miss. Dive right in.
Top Trending Crypto News This Week
The burning question on everyone’s mind is: “Is the crypto market in a bull run?” In recent weeks, a series of significant developments have been seen, which have strengthened the market’s position considerably. This week also brought notable fluctuations, and we’ll explore those details in this section.
Terraform Labs and Do Kwon Settle SEC Lawsuit for $4.5 Billion
In a groundbreaking development, Terraform Labs and its former CEO, Do Kwon, finalized a $4.5 billion settlement with the SEC. This agreement, enforced by a U.S. District Court, bars them permanently from the crypto sector following Terra’s $40 billion collapse.
Donald Trump Advocates for U.S. Bitcoin Mining Dominance
President Donald Trump has advocated for all future Bitcoin mining to occur within the U.S., following a meeting with Riot Platforms’ CEO Jason Les and head of public policy, Brian Morgenstern. He expressed his support for domestic mining firms on Truth Social, highlighting the strategic importance of keeping Bitcoin operations stateside.
OKX Reports Identity Theft Incidents
OKX revealed in a statement that a hacker exploited forged “judicial documents” to access the personal information of a few users, with the matter now under investigation by judicial authorities. The breach, revealed by two compromised user accounts on social media, involved the creation of new API keys following unusual risk notification SMS texts from Hong Kong.
CPI Report Sparks Market Volatility
The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) remained unchanged in May, outperforming forecasts of a 0.1% increase and showing a year-over-year rise of 3.3%, slightly below the anticipated 3.4%. This news triggered a brief surge in the market; however, it later triggered significant long-liquidation.
MicroStrategy Increases Bitcoin Holdings
MicroStrategy, led by Michael Saylor, has increased its convertible senior notes offering from $500 million to $700 million, according to a recent announcement. This upsized offering will fund further Bitcoin acquisitions and general corporate affairs.
Bitcoin and Altcoin Performance Highlights
This week, Bitcoin experienced increased volatility due to two key macroeconomic factors. The Federal Reserve’s announcement after its interest rate decision and the release of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) data both led to significant fluctuations in Bitcoin’s price, pushing it close to the critical $70,000 mark. However, the price later fell.
Over the last seven days, investors continued to accumulate BTC near the dip. Japanese company Metaplanet capitalized on the bearish price movement of Bitcoin to enhance its treasury. On June 11, the firm announced that it had acquired an additional 23.25 Bitcoin, increasing its total holdings to 141.07 Bitcoin. These were purchased at an average price of $65,365.
The altcoin market also witnessed a surge in activity due to Bitcoin’s massive volatility. Purchases were not limited to Bitcoin, as Ether also saw significant buying activity among long-term holders. Julio Moreno, the head of research at CryptoQuant, reported on X that accumulation addresses acquired 298,000 Ether within 24 hours on June 12. This figure was just slightly below the record purchase of 317,000 Ether on September 11, 2023.
This week, the price of BTC reached a peak of $70,035 and dipped to a low of $65,103, ultimately reflecting a 5% decrease overall.
Crypto Dominance Shifts and Market Insights
This week witnessed dynamic movements in the crypto market, with Bitcoin asserting its dominance amidst fluctuating trends. Here’s a breakdown of the key developments:
Bitcoin Dominance Grows, Altcoins Retreat
Bitcoin’s market cap dominance rose by 0.83% this week, now standing at 55.3%. Conversely, altcoins (excluding the top 10) saw their dominance decline sharply by nearly 4% to 10.57%, reflecting a shift in investor sentiment towards BTC.
On-Chain Metrics Signal Opportunities
Cumulative Value Coin Days Destroyed (CVDD): Insights from CVDD suggest that Bitcoin may not have peaked yet, hinting at potential upward movements ahead. This analysis positions BTC favorably as a buying opportunity in the current market.
Decline in Profitable Addresses: The recent bearish volatility led to a significant drop in profitable addresses, falling from 98.82% to 91.85%. This decline has triggered increased liquidation in the Bitcoin market.
Bitcoin Price Rainbow Chart Analysis
Despite recent volatility, the Bitcoin Price Rainbow Chart indicates favorable buying opportunities during price dips. This analysis suggests a strategic entry point for investors anticipating future price increases.
Drop In Whale Interest: The whale interest for BTC price witnessed a drop this week.
Data from IntoTheBlock suggests that large transaction volume faced a drop from the peak of $54.84 billion to a low of $47 billion.
Bitcoin ETF Data Insights
Bitcoin has remained relatively stable in its price movements over the past few months, even though there has been a record $12 billion in net inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs. This unexpected stability has caused concern among investors, especially since many analysts had forecasted a very bullish trend for Bitcoin following the launch of these ETFs.
According to Farside data, on June 10, Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs saw their first outflows since May 10, totaling $64.9 million and ending a 19-day streak of inflows. The outflows were led by Grayscale’s GBTC with $39.5 million, followed by Invesco Galaxy Bitcoin ETF (BTCO) at $20.5 million, Valkyrie’s Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BRRR) at $15.8 million, and Fidelity’s Bitcoin ETF (FBTC) with $3 million. Despite this, the net inflows for these ETFs generally remain positive.
| Ticker | ETF Name | Price | Price Change | Volume |
| IBIT | iShares Bitcoin Trust | $37.3 | -0.6 (-1.58%) | $838.92M |
| GBTC | Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (BTC) | $58.18 | -0.96 (-1.62%) | $295.92M |
| FBTC | Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund | $57.25 | -0.88 (-1.51%) | $398.52M |
| ARKB | ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF | $65.42 | -1.09 (-1.64%) | $133.01M |
| BITB | Bitwise Bitcoin ETF | $35.69 | -0.58 (-1.60%) | $56.32M |
Bitcoin ETFs experienced over $226 million in net outflows on Thursday, marking the third day of withdrawals this week, a pattern similar to late April. Preliminary data from SoSoValue indicates that Fidelity’s FBTC led with $106 million withdrawn, followed by Grayscale’s GBTC with $62 million, and Ark Invest’s ARKB with $53 million in outflows. BlackRock’s IBIT was the exception, gaining $18 million. Valkyrie, Franklin Templeton, Hashdex, and WisdomTree’s ETFs saw no changes in flow. Wednesday was the week’s only day of net inflows, adding $100 million.
Bitcoin’s Technical Analysis
Bitcoin price opened this week at $69,075; however, it failed to maintain this trading range by the end of this week. On 11 June, BTC’s price dropped toward a low of $66K; however, it later surged ahead of the CPI report and FOMC meeting. As CPI came in softer than expected, Bitcoin and other assets witnessed a steep decline, with the price testing buyers’ patience around $65K. As of writing, BTC price trades at $66,230, declining over 0.6% in the last 24 hours.
The 20-day exponential moving average (EMA) has begun to decline, currently sitting at $67,025, and the relative strength index (RSI) has moved below the midline, suggesting that bears currently have an advantage. A drop below the $65K level might send the BTC price to test $60.1K.
For the bulls, time is critical. They need to push and sustain the price above the 20-day EMA to avert further declines. If successful, the pair could ascend towards $70,000 and possibly extend gains up to $72,000.
Top Cryptocurrency Weekly Analysis
Setting Bitcoin aside, we will now dive into other areas of the cryptocurrency market that have seen significant activity this week. This will cover detailed analyses of meme coins, AI tokens, and stablecoins, as well as a review of the week’s top gainers and losers and key blockchain activities.
Top Gainers/Losers This Week
This week in the cryptocurrency market, several tokens stood out with notable gains. Non-Playable Coin (NPC) led the pack with a remarkable 54.1% increase in its price, followed by Beldex (BDX) and Metaplex (MPLX), which rose by 30.7% and 27.3% respectively. Rocket Pool (RPL) also saw significant growth at 14.5%, showcasing its strong market presence. Rollbit Coin (RLB), while having the smallest gain among the top performers, still managed a respectable 9.2% rise.
| Name | Price | Volume | 7d Change |
| Non-Playable Coin (NPC) | $0.02583 | $3,835,941 | 54.10% |
| Beldex (BDX) | $0.04459 | $1,199,460 | 30.70% |
| Metaplex (MPLX) | $0.3534 | $3,058,845 | 27.30% |
| Rocket Pool (RPL) | $23.79 | $143,927,905 | 14.50% |
| Rollbit Coin (RLB) | $0.07031 | $3,731,547 | 9.20% |
Beercoin (BEER) led the losses with a drastic 47.7% drop, followed closely by Wormhole (W) which decreased by 35.7%. Curve DAO (CRV) also faced a tough week, declining by 32.2%. Echelon Prime (PRIME) and SATS (Ordinals) (SATS) were not far behind, recording losses of 31.7% and 30.1% respectively.
| Name | Price | Volume | 7d Change |
| Beercoin (BEER) | $0.00002305 | $124,931,341 | -47.70% |
| Wormhole (W) | $0.4582 | $93,683,362 | -35.70% |
| Curve DAO (CRV) | $0.2821 | $248,640,668 | -32.20% |
| Echelon Prime (PRIME) | $10.42 | $22,090,479 | -31.70% |
| SATS (Ordinals) (SATS) | $0.06123 | $29,303,237 | -30.10% |
Top Memecoins Analysis Of This Week
This week in the cryptocurrency market, notable meme coins by market cap have shown varied price movements. Dogecoin (DOGE) experienced an 8.06% decline, while Shiba Inu (SHIB) saw a more substantial drop of 13.88%. Pepe (PEPE) also faced a decrease of 7.98%. Dogwifhat (WIF) recorded a 14.27% decline, marking significant volatility. The most dramatic fall was seen in FLOKI, which plummeted by 28.29%. Despite these declines, there were minor positive changes in the hourly changes, suggesting some level of trading cooldown among meme coin enthusiasts.
| Name | Price | 1h % | 24h % | 7d % | Market Cap |
| Dogecoin (DOGE) | $0.1362 | 0.59% | -4.36% | -8.06% | $19,706,421,135 |
| Shiba Inu (SHIB) | $0.00002068 | 0.60% | -3.75% | -13.88% | $12,185,736,385 |
| Pepe (PEPE) | $0.00001195 | 2.02% | -0.95% | -7.98% | $5,025,420,824 |
| dogwifhat (WIF) | $2.43 | 0.31% | -0.41% | -14.27% | $2,422,507,273 |
| FLOKI (FLOKI) | $0.00002057 | 0.92% | -2.97% | -28.29% | $1,966,723,403 |
Top AI Coins Analysis Of This Week
This week, top AI-related cryptocurrencies exhibited notable declines. NEAR Protocol saw the largest drop at 18.00%, while Bittensor decreased by 23.33%. Injective and Render also faced significant downturns.
| Name | Price | 1h % | 24h % | 7d % | Market Cap |
| NEAR Protocol (NEAR) | $5.60 | -0.10% | -5.22% | -18.00% | $6,100,048,038 |
| Render (RNDR) | $8.05 | 0.98% | -3.48% | -15.45% | $3,127,342,483 |
| Injective (INJ) | $25.91 | 0.28% | -11.13% | -12.84% | $2,420,108,447 |
| The Graph (GRT) | $0.2387 | 0.35% | -3.57% | -11.76% | $2,269,864,276 |
| Bittensor (TAO) | $298.23 | -0.71% | -6.58% | -23.33% | $2,068,294,698 |
Top Metaverse Tokens Analysis Of This Week
This week’s top metaverse tokens by market cap experienced significant fluctuations. Immutable (IMX) faced the sharpest weekly decline of 16.57%, while Gala (GALA) also dropped considerably by 17.22%. FLOKI saw the most severe downturn at 29.09%. In contrast, Notcoin (NOT) displayed stability with a modest weekly gain of 0.83%. Axie Infinity (AXS) declined by 14.18%.
| Name | Price | 1h % | 24h % | 7d % | Market Cap |
| Immutable (IMX) | $1.73 | 0.26% | -3.70% | -16.57% | $2,609,235,531 |
| Notcoin (NOT) | $0.01946 | -0.34% | 7.68% | 0.83% | $1,998,143,481 |
| FLOKI (FLOKI) | $0.000204 | -1.00% | -3.74% | -29.09% | $1,950,648,966 |
| Gala (GALA) | $0.03305 | -0.36% | -4.16% | -17.22% | $1,047,225,530 |
| Axie Infinity (AXS) | $6.75 | 0.48% | -3.53% | -14.18% | $984,049,540 |
Top Stablecoins Analysis
This week in the stablecoin sector, Tether (USDT) continues to lead with a market cap of over $112 billion, despite slight fluctuations in trading volume. USDC and Dai showed modest changes, with market caps of approximately $32 billion and $5 billion, respectively. Notably, Ethana USDe reported a significant 51.6% increase in its market cap, highlighting growing investor interest. Conversely, First Digital USD experienced a sharp 33% decrease.
| Coin | Price | 24h Volume | Exchanges | Market Cap | 30d Change |
| Tether (USDT) | $0.9988 | $45,015,746,781 | 352 | $112,403,514,928 | 1.30% |
| USDC (USDC) | $0.9998 | $6,128,906,377 | 368 | $32,355,569,902 | -2.60% |
| Dai (DAI) | $0.999 | $405,706,788 | 272 | $5,221,305,817 | -4.60% |
| Ethana USDe (USDE) | $1.00 | $119,982,239 | 9 | $3,516,028,181 | 51.60% |
| First Digital USD (FDUSD) | $0.9982 | $5,914,936,729 | 23 | $2,541,603,279 | -33.00% |
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Top Blockchains Weekly Analysis
In this segment, we’ll dive into the major activities across top blockchains, examining their market dominance and total value locked (TVL). We will separately analyze layer-1 and layer-2 blockchains to offer a detailed view of current market trends and sentiments.
Dominance of L1 Chains
This week’s overview of the top layer-1 blockchains shows Ethereum leading significantly in both market dominance at 81.65% and total value locked (TVL) at $61.775 billion. BNB Smart Chain and Solana follow, with market dominance of 6.81% and 5.66%, respectively, and TVLs over $5 billion each. Bitcoin, usually not categorized purely as a smart contract platform, shows a TVL of $1.102 billion with a 1.46% dominance. Avalanche also features, with a TVL of $786 million and a 1.04% market dominance.
| Chain | 24h Change | 7d Change | 30d Change | 24h Volume | TVL | Dominance |
| Ethereum | 0.10% | -4.50% | 14.90% | $1,704,146,226 | $61,775,390,527 | 81.65% |
| BNB Smart Chain | -0.40% | -8.70% | 16.10% | $466,225,871 | $5,154,620,039 | 6.81% |
| Solana | -0.90% | -7.10% | -2.30% | $1,258,114,417 | $4,280,422,686 | 5.66% |
| Bitcoin | -0.80% | -5.30% | -2.50% | – | $1,102,578,965 | 1.46% |
| Avalanche | -2.50% | -7.20% | 17.20% | $33,493,066 | $786,784,013 | 1.04% |
Dominance of L2 Chains
This week’s analysis of top layer-2 blockchains reveals varied performance. Arbitrum One leads in market dominance at 28.85% with a notable 12.1% increase over 30 days. Blast showed a significant 35.7% growth, the highest in the group. Base and Optimism recorded moderate long-term gains. Despite recent declines, Polygon POS maintains steady activity.
| Chain | 24h Change | 7d Change | 30d Change | 24h Volume | TVL | Dominance |
| Arbitrum One | -0.50% | -5.20% | 12.10% | $465,765,028 | $2,974,377,689 | 28.85% |
| Blast | 0.10% | -6.40% | 35.70% | $141,082,628 | $2,078,697,971 | 20.16% |
| Base | -0.50% | -3.20% | 7.50% | $648,067,948 | $1,640,311,770 | 15.91% |
| Polygon POS | -0.60% | -6.40% | 2.30% | $126,634,465 | $881,904,360 | 8.55% |
| Optimism | -0.60% | -8.70% | 7.90% | $102,280,789 | $730,896,188 | 7.09% |
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Top Crypto Exchanges Performance Analysis (7-day)
Top Centralized Exchanges
Binance, the largest exchange, boasts a normalized 24-hour volume of approximately $8.6 billion and an actual volume nearing $16.6 billion, attracting about 65.5 million visits monthly. Bybit and HTX follow, with notable volumes and lower visitor counts. Coinbase and Gate.io also show significant trading activity, with monthly visits of 40.9 million and 16.1 million, respectively.
| Exchange | 24h Volume (Normalized) | 24h Volume | Monthly Visits |
| Binance | $8,598,884,565 | $16,641,029,643 | 65.5 M |
| Bybit | $3,995,307,418 | $4,583,085,437 | 30.4 M |
| HTX | $2,586,813,439 | $2,586,813,439 | 19.8 M |
| Coinbase Exchange | $2,210,586,639 | $2,210,586,639 | 40.9 M |
| Gate.io | $2,113,400,227 | $2,812,015,036 | 16.1 M |
Top Decentralized Exchanges
Uniswap V3 on Ethereum leads with a 24-hour volume of approximately $1.04 billion, capturing 18.5% of the market share and attracting over 10 million monthly visits. Raydium and Orca follow, with respective market shares of 10.7% and 8.2%, indicating substantial trading activity. Uniswap V3 on Arbitrum One also shows notable engagement, mirroring the Ethereum platform’s visit count. Curve on Ethereum, though smaller in volume, maintains a consistent user base.
| Exchange | 24h Volume | % Market Share by Volume | Monthly Visits |
| Uniswap V3 (Ethereum) | $1,042,602,699 | 18.50% | 1,03,88,376 |
| Raydium | $602,205,436 | 10.70% | 34,21,258 |
| Orca | $463,585,969 | 8.20% | 4,80,015 |
| Uniswap V3 (Arbitrum One) | $307,392,576 | 5.50% | 1,03,88,376 |
| Curve (Ethereum) | $288,704,453 | 5.10% | 2,60,162 |
Top Derivatives
Binance Futures leads with $19.5 billion in open interest and $54.4 billion in daily trading volume. Bybit follows with $13.2 billion in open interest and $19.4 billion in volume. Bitget, Deepcoin, and CoinW also have significant activity, with billions in both open interest and trading volume.
| Exchange | 24h Open Interest | 24h Volume |
| Binance (Futures) | $19,548,348,236 | $54,498,982,029 |
| Bybit (Futures) | $13,177,264,279 | $19,411,986,707 |
| Deepcoin (Derivatives) | $10,535,384,835 | $7,710,801,075 |
| Bitget Futures | $10,269,511,123 | $15,522,748,862 |
| CoinW (Futures) | $6,781,434,672 | $23,015,968,916 |
Crypto Funding Analysis This Week
Crypto Fundraising Trend
The crypto fundraising trend over the past two weeks shows a significant variation in funds raised. From June 10 to June 15, 2024, $112.8 million was raised across 32 fundraising rounds. This contrasts with the previous week, June 3 to June 9, 2024, which saw $409.43 million raised in 29 rounds. While the number of rounds increased in the more recent week, the total funds raised were notably lower
| Week | Funds Raised | Number of Fundraising Rounds |
| June 10– June 15, 2024 | $112.8 Million | 32 |
| June 3-June 9, 2024 | $409.43 Million | 29 |
Active Investors This Week
The table highlights the activity of various investment funds in the crypto space. Electric Capital and Castrum Capital lead with four deals each. Several other funds, including Gains Associates, Kangaroo Capital, and Web3Port, followed with two deals each. Smaller funds like Animoca Brands and Paradigm participated in one deal each.
| Funds | Deals |
| Electric Capital | 4 |
| Castrum Capital | 4 |
| Gains Associates | 2 |
| Kangaroo Capital | 2 |
| Web3Port | 2 |
| Pantera Capital | 2 |
| Big Brain Holdings | 2 |
| CSP DAO | 2 |
| Mask Network | 2 |
| Animoca Brands | 1 |
| Delphi Ventures | 1 |
| Framework Ventures | 1 |
| Outlier Ventures | 1 |
| Paradigm | 1 |
Crypto Fundraising by Category
According to Cryptorank’s data, DeFi was the most invested category this week, with Electric Capital and Castrum Capital leading the way. Blockchain infrastructure and GameFi also attracted significant investments, reflecting a diverse interest in various sectors of the market.
Top Hacks This Week
The UwU Lend protocol was hacked for nearly $20 million on June 10. Another exploit resulted in $3.5 million being stolen from UwU during the reimbursement process. Additionally, the cryptocurrency exchange Lykke was breached on June 10, losing $22 million in digital assets.
Holograph’s native token fell 79.4% after a hacker exploited its operator contract, minting 1 billion HLG tokens worth $14.4 million. Holograph confirmed the hack on June 14 and is working to freeze the hacker’s accounts.
| Hack | Total Amount Stolen | Date |
| UwU Lend protocol (first hack) | $20 million | Jun-10 |
| UwU Lend protocol (second hack) | $3.5 million | June 13 |
| Lykke cryptocurrency exchange | $22 million | Jun-10 |
| Holograph (HLG token exploit) | $14.4 million | Jun-14 |
As a result, nearly $60 million was stolen this week from four different hacks.
Conclusion
Phew! That was a whirlwind week in the crypto market. We unpacked major news like the SEC settlement with Terraform Labs, Donald Trump’s stance on Bitcoin mining, and of course, the wild price swings of Bitcoin. While hacks like the ones on UwU Lend, Lykke exchange, and Holograph cast a shadow, the continued investment in DeFi, blockchain infrastructure, and GameFi hints at exciting things to come.
Stay tuned as we follow these developments closely and keep you informed!
The cryptocurrency market is full of potential, and two altcoins that have recently caught the attention of investors are Bonk (BONK) and Mpeppe (MPEPE)Both of these tokens offer unique features and promising growth prospects that set them apart in the crowded altcoin space. In this article, we will explore what makes Bonk (BONK) and Mpeppe (MPEPE) attractive investment opportunities and how they could shape the future of the cryptocurrency market.
Bonk (BONK): The viral sensation
Bonk (BONK) burst onto the scene with a playful and viral take on cryptocurrency. Here’s a closer look at what’s made Bonk (BONK) a sure bet in the altcoin space.
The Viral Marketing Strategy
Bonk (BONK) Bonk has harnessed the power of internet memes and viral marketing to quickly gain popularity. Its branding, which features a humorous and engaging mascot, has resonated with the crypto community and beyond. By harnessing the viral nature of meme culture, Bonk (BONK) has quickly established a strong presence and captured the imagination of a wide audience.
Merging meme culture and blockchain innovation
Mpeppe (MPEPE) is emerging as a new and exciting player in the altcoin market. With its unique blend of features and innovative approach, Mpeppe (MPEPE) is attracting the attention of investors and cryptocurrency enthusiasts.
Mpeppe (MPEPE) combines the fun and relatable aspects of meme culture with advanced blockchain technology. Inspired by football and blockchain innovation, Mpeppe (MPEPE) offers a distinctive brand identity that appeals to a wide audience. This fusion of entertainment and technology sets Mpeppe (MPEPE) apart from other altcoins and offers an attractive investment opportunity.
Community impact
The strength of each cryptocurrency’s community will play a vital role in its future trajectory. Bonk (BONK) and Mpeppe (MPEPE) Cryptocurrencies build strong, engaged communities, but how they foster and grow those communities will determine their long-term success. Active, supportive communities can generate lasting interest and value, making them essential to the future of every cryptocurrency.
Conclusion: Invest in Bonk and Mpeppe
Bonk (BONK) and Mpeppe (MPEPE) represent exciting opportunities in the altcoin market. While Bonk (BONK) has established itself through its viral marketing and strong community support, Mpeppe (MPEPE) offers a unique blend of meme culture and advanced blockchain features. Both coins have the potential to make a significant impact in the cryptocurrency space.
For investors looking to explore high-potential altcoins, keeping an eye on Bonk (BONK) and Mpeppe (MPEPE) offers interesting opportunities. As the market evolves, these tokens could play a significant role in the future of cryptocurrencies, making them attractive options for those looking for growth and innovation in the altcoin space.
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As we approach 2025, the cryptocurrency market is poised for a major shift. According to Austin, an analyst at Altcoin Daily, potential policy changes could trigger a major surge in altcoins. A potential change in the Federal Reserve’s policy rate in September could lead to substantial growth in the cryptocurrency market, benefiting Ethereum, Solana, and several promising new altcoins.
Here’s a look at some altcoins priced between $1 and $2 that could offer good returns during the current market downturn. Dive right in.
Top 6 Altcoins to Watch
Aethir: The Decentralized GPU Marketplace
Aethir is becoming a key player in decentralized cloud infrastructure for gaming and AI. With over $36 million in annual revenue, Aethir is meeting the growing demand for GPU computing from large tech companies like Google and Microsoft. By utilizing underutilized GPUs, Aethir is making a significant impact in the tech world. Current Price: $0.07176.
Ondo: The Best Bet in the RWA Sector
Ondo is transforming the way financial assets are tokenized with its real asset protocols. The ONDO token, used for Ondo DAO and Flux Finance, offers a 5.3% annual dividend in USDY. Despite a recent 35% price drop, ONDO’s price action suggests a potential breakout. With less selling pressure and an increase in off-exchange holdings, the outlook appears positive. Current price: $0.9251.
Lukso: Blockchain for Creators and Social Networks
Lukso is creating a unique blockchain focused on connecting creators, brands, and users. As an alternative to Ethereum, Lukso offers universal profiles and gasless transactions, making blockchain technology more accessible. With a strong vision and strong leadership, Lukso is poised for wider adoption. Current Price: $1.71.
AIT Protocol: Decentralized AI Data Annotation
The AIT protocol addresses the need for decentralization of work in AI data annotation. It connects human trainers with AI model owners through a decentralized marketplace, thereby improving AI models. Its growing adoption in Asia and strategic investments suggest that it could be a major disruptor in the AI space. Current price: $0.1169.
Foxy (Linea): A meme piece with level 2 potential
Foxy, a cryptocurrency associated with Linea’s Ethereum layer 2 scaling, has received support from ConsenSys. It stands out in Ethereum layer 2 due to its MetaMask integration and fast transactions. With Linea’s growing adoption and low transaction costs, Foxy is well-positioned for growth. Current price: $0.01116.
Off-grid: Emerging Altcoin in Video Gaming
Finally, Off The Grid, developed by Godzilla, is generating excitement in the crypto gaming sector. Although it has not yet launched, it has received positive feedback from industry experts, suggesting strong potential. Other infrastructure projects like Immutable and games such as Xers and Star Heroes are also worth considering for those interested in crypto gaming.
Who’s excited about the potential altcoin rally?
As Bitcoin dominance hits a three-year high of 56%, analysts are predicting the potential start of an altcoin season. Although Bitcoin’s current valuation has fallen below $63,600, the high dominance level suggests a significant shift in the market.
Experts point out that Bitcoin dominance is a key factor in predicting altcoin trends. If Bitcoin holds its price while its dominance declines, it could signal a flow of investment into altcoins. This triggers what many call an “altcoin season.”
Conversely, if Bitcoin price and dominance fall simultaneously, it usually indicates a broader market correction rather than an altcoin boom.
What Factors Suggest an Imminent Altcoin Season?
Markus Thielen of 10X Research noted that Bitcoin Price Tends to Stabilize in August. Therefore, a stable Bitcoin price, coupled with declining dominance, may create the ideal conditions for altcoins to thrive.
Learn more: Bitcoin Dominance Chart: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
Bitcoin Domination. Source: TradingView
In addition, Ki Young Ju, founder of the chain analysis CryptoQuant platform has highlighted increasing activities by crypto whales that appear to be preparing for an altcoin rally.
“Limit buy order volume for altcoins, excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum, is increasing, indicating that strong buy walls are being put in place” said.
Ju explained that limit orders, which are preferred by institutions for large trades to minimize price impact, create “quote volume.” His analysis, which includes a graph of the 1-year normalized cumulative buy/sell volume difference, indicates that altcoins like Solana (SOL)Cosmos (ATOM) and Polygon (MATIC) experience significant accumulation activities.
“The indicator is calculated by taking the cumulative sum of the difference between the buy and sell quote volumes, using a one-year rolling window. If there is an upward trend, it means the buy volume of the quotes is increasing, indicating stronger buy walls,” Ju explained.
Normalized cumulative difference over 1 year between purchase and sale volumes. Source: CryptoQuant
This bullish sentiment is reflected in the trends following recent developments in crypto financial products. Crypto Vikings, a renowned analyst, suggests that current market conditions are conducive to altcoin season.
“Many alts are down 60-80% in the last couple of months, and many of them have already bottomed and are in a good buy zone. Bitcoin Domination is also facing major resistance relative to where the massive altcoin season began each cycle,” Crypto Vikings declared.
Sentiment is increasingly optimistic, as many believe that the disillusionment that follows periods of prolonged economic downturn opens the way to profitable investments.
Another trader, Mags, noted that altcoins are only up 58% after breaking a 525-day accumulation. Therefore, he predicts a possible continuation of the altcoin rally after a reaccumulation consolidation.
“Permanent bears will tell you that altcoins are done and in a distribution phase. But if you look at the chart, altcoins are only up 58% since they broke out after 525 days of accumulation. Do you really think a breakout after 525 days of consolidation will end after only a 58% move?” wrote on X (Twitter).
Learn more: 11 Cryptos to Add to Your Portfolio Before Altcoin Season
On the other hand, Brian Quinlivan, senior analyst at Santiment, told BeInCrypto that there is a lack of enthusiasm for the altcoin season due to the recent price drops.
“As far as mentions of altcoin season go, we’re not really seeing any significant enthusiasm from traders about it. Traders have at least been a little bit more vocal since we started seeing prices drop over the last three days,” Quinlivan told BeInCrypto.
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Ki Young Ju, CEO of analytics platform CryptoQuant, believes whales are preparing for an upcoming surge in altcoins.
In a recent revelation about X, Ju underlines that the volume of limit buy orders for altcoins, excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum, is increasing. This pattern suggests the formation of substantial buy walls, highlighting significant buying pressure from large-scale investors.
Ju’s chart identifies two main phases in limit order volume for altcoins: the limit sell phase and the limit buy phase. The limit sell phase saw a notable increase in cumulative sell orders in 2022, demonstrating strong selling pressure from whales and other market participants. This phase coincided with a period of falling altcoin prices due to unfavorable market conditions.
Then, the limit buying phase began, marked by a significant increase in cumulative buy orders. This indicates a period of strategic accumulation where whales establish substantial buy walls.
According to Ju, the increase in buying volume suggests confidence in the future conditions of the altcoin market. This buying pressure creates strong support levels, indicating that whales are preparing for a positive change in the market.
Buying pressure on specific altcoins
Ju also provided a heatmap of the 1-year normalized cumulative buy/sell volume difference for various altcoins, showing the buying and selling pressure over time. Solana (SOL) has seen alternating strong buying and selling phases, with recent activity showing increased buying interest. Cosmos (ATOM) and Polygon (MATIC) have also shown increased buying pressure despite mixed activity trends.
Cardano (ADA) and PancakeSwap (CAKE) have shown balanced buying and selling phases, with recent trends proving increased buying pressure. Coins like AMP and ANKR have also demonstrated increased buying activity. The heatmap reveals that most altcoins are seeing increased buying pressure as whales and large investors accumulate altcoins in anticipation of a rally.
Meanwhile, coins experiencing selling pressure, as indicated by the predominantly red areas on the heatmap, include DOGE, DASH, AXS, XRP, COMP, and AAVE, BNT.
Bitcoin whales are also buying
It is important to note that while whales are accumulating altcoins, Bitcoin whales are also active. Crypto Basic note an increase in buyer activity on Binance, which aligns with an increase in the buy/sell ratio of takers and whale movements. Analyst Ali Martinez highlighted the ratio fluctuations from below 0.8 to above 1.7 between July 27 and 31. Ratios above 1.0 indicate aggressive buying, often preceding price rallies.
From July 27 to July 28, the ratio remained mostly above 1.0, corresponding to the rise in Bitcoin price from around $66,500 to over $67,000. A spike to around 1.5 led to a sharp increase in price to around $68,500. However, on July 30 and 31, the ratio fell below 1.0 several times, corresponding to a drop in price to around $66,000, before a final spike to 1.7 indicated another slight increase in price.
Disclaimer: This content is informational and should not be considered financial advice. The opinions expressed in this article may include the personal opinions of the author and do not reflect the opinion of The Crypto Basic. Readers are encouraged to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. The Crypto Basic is not responsible for any financial losses.
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