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As the CEO of a pioneering crypto-focused mini-app within Telegram, I am deeply engaged in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, consistently monitoring market trends and technological innovations. In my professional opinion, supported by the consensus among researchers and industry experts, Solana (SOL) demonstrates significant potential for exceptional growth in the coming years. Here are the key reasons […] The post The Altcoin Landscape in 2025 – Potential Contenders for Outperforming Bitcoin appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

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Bitcoin, the titan of the cryptocurrency world with a market cap hovering around $1.9 trillion, has experienced a significant downturn, dipping below the psychological threshold of $100,000. This flash dump, occurring over just three days, has left many investors and analysts questioning whether this marks the end of the current bull market or signals a healthy correction within an ongoing bullish trend. Temporary Setback Or Trend Reversal? The price action has been particularly notable this week, with Bitcoin breaking through the $100,000 support level, which had held strong for eight consecutive days. Market analysts point to several factors contributing to this decline. One significant influence is the market makers’ strategy, which involved driving the price upward to encourage traders to open long positions at around $98,000, thereby increasing liquidity. Related Reading: Is This The Bottom? Experts Weigh In On Bitcoin 13% Dip And Potential Recovery After exhausting this liquidity, market makers strategically used Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s speech as a catalyst to drive a downward price movement, effectively filling the price inefficiencies at $93,744 (50%) and $90,513 (100%). Analysts explained, “The Bitcoin drop was necessary as there were inefficiencies below the price that needed to be filled, which are $93,744 for 50% and $90,513 for 100%. The inefficiency rule states that traders must fill either 50% or 100% of the inefficiency.” They added that market makers “purposely took the price upward to induce traders to open long positions, thereby increasing the liquidity at $98,000. Exhausted market makers decided to wipe out the liquidity at $98,800 and used Powell’s speech as a catalyst to fuel the downward movement.” Experts now predict a bounce to $101,000 before either a pullback or a continuation of the trend, as the $93,788-$92,200 range currently acts as robust support. This zone has seen significant buy orders, aligning with the 50% inefficiency recently filled. A bounce from this level appears inevitable. BlackRock And Institutional Moves Signal Confidence In Bitcoin Amid the volatility, BlackRock, one of the world’s leading asset management firms, has made headlines for its substantial investments in Bitcoin. According to insights from Arkham Intelligence, BlackRock has not only net bought Bitcoin while other ETFs were selling but has also amassed a considerable amount, now holding 122.6K BTC. This makes BlackRock the 11th largest holder of Bitcoin, controlling roughly 0.6% of the circulating supply. Related Reading: Bitcoin Crashes: Here’s Where The Nearest On-Chain Support Is Their aggressive accumulation, including a recent $1.5 billion purchase, contrasts sharply with the broader market’s net selling of $785 million in BTC this week. BlackRock’s actions have sparked discussions on platforms like X, with many applauding or humorously noting their transition from traditional assets to digital currencies. Additionally, BlackRock’s involvement in the crypto market was underscored by their BUIDL Fund receiving $100 million USDC, signaling a strategic pivot towards digital assets. Such a heavyweight in finance could interpret this move as a vote of confidence in the long-term viability of cryptocurrencies, potentially influencing market sentiment and dynamics. Market Sentiment: Fear Or Opportunity? The market’s current sentiment, as measured by the Fear and Greed Index, remains in the ‘greed’ zone at 62, indicating minimal fear among investors. Instead, the dip below $100,000 is viewed by many as a buying opportunity, with expectations of an imminent recovery. Analysts predict a bounce back to around $101,000 before any significant pullback or continuation of the current trend, supported by robust buying at the $93,788-$92,200 range, which aligns with the recently filled 50% inefficiency level. Featured image from iStock, chart from Tradingview.com

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XRP has faced a steep correction over the past few days, plunging more than 23% since Tuesday amid heightened market volatility. Despite this sharp downturn, XRP has shown resilience, bouncing back with a notable 20% recovery since yesterday. This quick rebound has reignited discussions about XRP’s long-term prospects, even as short-term sentiment remains shaky. Related Reading: Bitcoin Realized Losses Spike 3 Times The Weekly Average – Healthy Correction Or Downturn? According to data shared by prominent crypto analyst Ali Martinez, whales have accumulated 80 million XRP since the correction began on December 17. This surge in whale activity suggests a growing confidence among large investors, who appear to be seizing the opportunity to buy XRP at lower prices. Such accumulation often signals a long-term bullish outlook, even as the broader market navigates periods of uncertainty. While XRP’s recovery is encouraging, it comes amid a backdrop of negative sentiment and price instability. The coming days will likely prove crucial in determining whether XRP can maintain its upward momentum or if further consolidation is on the horizon. For now, whale activity offers a glimmer of optimism, hinting at sustained interest in the asset despite recent setbacks. XRP Whales Loading Up XRP is currently trading 22% below its multi-year high of $2.90, following a period of heightened market volatility. Despite the recent turbulence, XRP has maintained its footing above the $1.90 low—a critical support level that serves as the bulls’ last line of defense. Holding this level is essential for preserving the broader bullish structure and preventing a deeper correction. Recent data from Santiment, shared by crypto analyst Ali Martinez, highlights a significant development: whales have purchased 80 million XRP since the correction began on December 17.  This accumulation by large investors suggests growing confidence in XRP’s long-term potential despite the short-term price decline. Historically, whale activity has often preceded significant price movements, as these investors typically have access to better market insights. If XRP can sustain its position above $2 and begin to push through crucial supply zones, a rapid recovery could follow. Overcoming these resistance levels would likely pave the way for renewed bullish momentum, with the potential to retest multi-year highs. Related Reading: Solana Holds Monthly Support As Network Activity Grows – Time For A Breakout? While challenges remain, such as prevailing market uncertainty and cautious sentiment, the combination of strong support and significant whale accumulation offers an optimistic outlook for XRP in the weeks ahead. Holding current levels could signal the start of a new upward trajectory. Testing Liquidity Above $2 XRP is trading at $2.35, marking a strong recovery from its recent dip to $1.95. This rebound underscores the resilience of XRP’s price action, as it continues to hold above key support levels. The $1.95 low has proven to be a pivotal point for bulls, and maintaining this momentum could signal further gains in the coming days. However, for the rally to gain credibility, XRP must reclaim the $2.60 mark. This level serves as a critical resistance point and a confirmation zone for bullish sentiment. Breaking above $2.60 would likely attract more buying interest, propelling XRP toward retesting multi-year highs. On the flip side, a loss of the $2 support level would shift the narrative. Such a move would expose XRP to further downside risks, potentially leading to a deeper correction. Market sentiment remains cautious, and a break below $2 could result in accelerated selling pressure. Related Reading: Bitcoin Data Reveals No Significant Panic Selling In The Market – Shakeout Or Trend Shift? For now, XRP’s outlook hinges on its ability to navigate between these crucial levels. Bulls will need to push the price above $2.60 to validate the rally, while bears will aim to drag it below $2 to seize control. The next few sessions will be critical in defining XRP’s short-term trend. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView 

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Empowering Creators: Aeternity Foundation Joins Forces with Own App and #CREATE Fund to Revolutionize the Creator Economy with Web3The Aeternity Foundation announced today its partnership with Own. App and #CREATE Fund. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in bridging Web3 technologies with mainstream social media and the burgeoning creator economy.The current digital landscape poses significant challenges for creators seeking true control over their content, data, and revenue. Traditional social media platforms often prioritize their own interests, leaving creators with limited power, restricted monetization options, and little ownership over their follower relationships. This centralized model has long been a barrier to a fair and equitable creator economy.In response to these challenges, the Aeternity Foundation has partnered with Own. App and #CREATE Fund to redefine how creators interact with digital platforms. This collaboration leverages blockchain technology and decentralized finance (DeFi) to give creators full ownership of their data and content while unlocking transparent and consistent revenue streams. By decentralizing social media and creator payments, the partnership empowers creators to take back control and thrive in a more equitable digital ecosystem.Own. App Stacks the Deck in Favor of CreatorsOwn. App is revolutionizing the social media landscape with its privacy-first, user-centric approach. By ensuring users retain ownership of their data, content, and following, the platform offers a unique feed powered by a merit-based viral algorithm that enables true content discovery.As part of this partnership, the æternity protocol will be seamlessly integrated into the Own. App as one of its first plug-ins. This will allow æternity-based dApps to directly onboard and interact with Own’s rapidly growing user base. In turn, Own. users gain access to the utility, technology, and services available in æternity’s ecosystem, fostering widespread adoption of decentralized technology.„The future of media and social media is inherently decentralized,” said Amir Kaltak, Co-Founder and CEO of Own.App. „Our platform, Own. App. and #CREATE Fund are engineered to drive this transformative shift, beginning with empowering the creator economy and progressing towards the disruption of conventional media structures. Our partnership with the Aeternity Foundation is pivotal for facilitating seamless integration of dApps from the æternity ecosystem into Own.App and #CREATE through our Open Source Plug-In Layer. By collaborating, we aim to accelerate the mainstream adoption of web3 technology and digital assets, driving widespread user engagement and scaling the ecosystem on a global level.”#CREATE Fund and Wallet IntegrationThe #CREATE Fund, powered by the $CREATE utility token, is designed to provide creators with transparent earnings, higher payout rates, and instant eligibility through its Engagement Analytics Wallet (#CREATE Wallet).æternity’s AE token, as well as the AEX-9 token standard (encompassing all tokens on æternity), will be integrated into the #CREATE Wallet, giving Own. users access to æternity’s ecosystem and empowering creators with innovative revenue opportunities. Creators and influencers on the Own. App will also be able to leverage æternity’s blockchain technology and ecosystem to take advantage of DeFi, dApps, and seamless cross-chain interactions.Key Benefits of the Partnership:For Creators: Access to revenue opportunities through $CREATE tokens, integrating æternity’s advanced blockchain tools for monetization.For dApps: The ability to build opt-in plug-ins on Own. App, leveraging its user base to bring mass adoption to decentralized services.For Users: Enhanced privacy, ownership, and utility through integration with æternity’s robust blockchain infrastructure.For æternity’s Ecosystem: Exposure to a broader audience through the Own. App and #CREATE Wallet, driving adoption of æternity’s dApps and digital assets.A Future Focused on Creator Empowerment and Blockchain AdoptionThis partnership also plays a crucial role in accommodating the growing demand brought by the mass adoption of Web3, goes hand-in-hand with æternity’s recent BitcoinOS integration. With the increasing integration of blockchain into everyday services, including finance, media, and entertainment, the Aeternity Foundation, Own. App, and #CREATE Fund are positioning themselves at the intersection of blockchain technology and mainstream user engagement. Together, they are empowering creators to take control of their earnings and work in a decentralized ecosystem while also enabling æternity’s dApps to reach broader audiences.This collaboration isn’t just about technical innovation – it’s about addressing real-world problems facing creators, users, and platforms today. The integration of Aeternity’s blockchain technology with Own. App’s decentralized social media platform and the #CREATE Fund paves the way for more sustainable and equitable creator ecosystems, creating a more decentralized and user-centric internet.“By integrating æternity with Own. App and #CREATE Wallet, we’re closing the gap between decentralized innovation and mainstream adoption,” said Nikola Stojanow, Chairman of the Aeternity Foundation. “This collaboration enables creators, users, and developers to leverage the best of both worlds – privacy, ownership, and limitless earning opportunities within the blockchain ecosystem, but also the wider internet ecosystem.”The Own. App is set to enter closed beta in December, with a waitlist available via app stores. Meanwhile, the #CREATE token presale launches on December 2nd, with its Token Generation Event (TGE) scheduled for February 2025.The æternity protocol’s integration into the #CREATE Wallet is expected in Q2 2025, providing its global community with unparalleled access to Own’s ecosystem and services.For more information, visit æternity, Own. App, and #CREATE Fund.Empowering Creators: Aeternity Foundation Joins Forces with Own App and #CREATE Fund to… was originally published in The Capital on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

December 2024 — Navigating Bitcoin’s Sentiment Storm: Fear is the Mind KillerBitcoin, the digital embodiment of decentralized finance, has always inspired a cocktail of emotions — fear, greed, hope, and confusion. Today’s market sentiment is no different, blending FOMO (fear of missing out), FOLO (fear of losing out), and sheer uncertainty. This potent mix of psychological triggers reflects not only Bitcoin’s inherent volatility but also the human mind grappling with the unknown. Drawing on decades of market analysis and trading wisdom, let’s unpack the current sentiment landscape and chart actionable strategies for navigating Bitcoin’s unique emotional terrain.The Anatomy of Fear: Bitcoin’s Sentiment Landscape1. FOMO: Fear of Missing OutBitcoin’s breach of psychological levels like $100,000 has reignited dreams of financial freedom for some and untold riches for others. Memories of Bitcoin’s meteoric rises in 2017 and 2021 fuel a speculative frenzy, as investors clamor to avoid missing the next rally to $200,000 — or even $1 million.Behavioral Patterns:FOMO traders often enter impulsively, ignoring fundamentals and overpaying for positions. Their decisions are driven by euphoria rather than analysis, which frequently leads to regret when the market corrects.Case Study:During Bitcoin’s 2021 rally, retail traders flooded the market as it climbed from $20,000 to $60,000. Many bought near local tops without considering exit strategies, suffering heavy losses when the price retraced.Lesson:As Stan Druckenmiller famously observed, “The best trades work almost right away.” FOMO trades, driven by emotion, rarely align with this principle.2. FOLO: Fear of Losing OutFOLO represents the anxiety of those who already hold Bitcoin but fear losing their unrealized profits. As Bitcoin’s price fluctuates, this sentiment often drives premature selling or overly cautious hedging.Behavioral Patterns:Holders influenced by FOLO may lock in gains too early, sacrificing potential upside. Conversely, their overly risk-averse strategies can lead to missed opportunities during bullish continuations.Example:Consider a trader who purchased Bitcoin at $20,000 in 2020 and sold at $50,000 — locking in a solid profit but missing out on the rally to $69,000 later that year.Market Wisdom:Marty Schwartz emphasized systematic profit-taking: “Traders lose because they overtrade and overthink.” The key is to balance prudence with optimism through disciplined exit strategies.3. Confusion: Bitcoin’s Identity CrisisBitcoin exists at the crossroads of conflicting narratives:Digital Gold: A hedge against inflation and a store of value.Speculative Asset: High volatility attracts traders but undermines its stability as a reserve currency.Technological Revolution: Promising decentralization, but marred by scalability and environmental concerns.These competing narratives lead to fragmented sentiment, leaving many participants uncertain about Bitcoin’s future.Fear Amplifiers: Factors Shaping Bitcoin’s Sentiment1. Macro-Economic TensionsThe global economic backdrop of rising inflation, central bank policy shifts, and geopolitical uncertainty amplifies Bitcoin’s volatility.Correlation with Risk Assets: While Bitcoin is often touted as “uncorrelated,” its price increasingly mirrors tech stocks, especially during market stress.Volatility Indicators: Rising implied volatility in Bitcoin options reflects heightened uncertainty, as traders hedge against sharp price moves.2. Market Structure and LeverageThe proliferation of Bitcoin futures, ETFs, and options has deepened liquidity but also heightened price swings. Leveraged positions exacerbate liquidations during sharp movements, creating cascading effects.3. Regulatory UncertaintyBitcoin’s growing adoption has caught the attention of regulators worldwide. Concerns over spot ETFs, taxation, and anti-money laundering measures add complexity to the market landscape.4. Supply and Liquidity DynamicsBitcoin’s fixed supply of 21 million coins creates scarcity. However, significant holdings by institutions like MicroStrategy and long-term HODLers tighten liquidity, amplifying price swings during periods of heightened demand or panic.Lessons from Market Wizards: Turning Fear into Strength1. Avoid Herd Mentality“Be greedy when others are fearful, and fearful when others are greedy.” — Paul Tudor JonesIn Bitcoin’s context, this means resisting the urge to buy during euphoric rallies and capitalizing on fear-driven sell-offs.2. Master Risk Management“The most important thing in trading is to play great defense, not great offense.” — Paul Tudor JonesClear stop-loss levels, position sizing, and diversification are essential in Bitcoin’s volatile environment.3. Understand the Asset“Know what you own, and know why you own it.” — Peter LynchBitcoin is more than a speculative asset. Its decentralization, fixed supply, and adoption trends should guide your strategy — not short-term noise.4. Discipline is Key“The markets are never wrong, opinions often are.” — Jesse LivermoreSuccessful traders adapt to market signals instead of clinging to rigid beliefs about Bitcoin’s trajectory.A Framework for Navigating Bitcoin’s Markets1. For FOMO TradersCautious Entry: Avoid allocating all capital at once. Deploy funds in tranches to reduce the risk of buying at a local peak.Example: If Bitcoin is at $105,000, deploy only 30% of your intended capital and wait for pullbacks to add more.Risk Hedging: Use protective puts or covered calls to mitigate potential losses during corrections.2. For FOLO TradersProfit Systematically: Take partial profits at predefined intervals. For example, sell 25% at $100,000, another 25% at $120,000, and hold the rest for further upside.Reinvestment Plan: Use pullbacks (e.g., $85,000) to re-enter positions gradually.Generate Income: Employ covered calls on Bitcoin proxies like MicroStrategy (MSTR) to earn premiums while holding long-term positions.3. For Confused ParticipantsClarify Objectives: Separate short-term speculation from long-term investment goals.Dual Approach: Maintain a core HODL position while trading a smaller portion for short-term profits.Advanced Strategies: Covered Calls and FuturesCovered Calls on MicroStrategy (MSTR)Scenario: MSTR is trading at $450.Action: Sell $500 strike calls expiring in 30 days.Outcome: Retain the premium if MSTR stays below $500; profit from the premium and price appreciation if it exceeds $500.Selling Bitcoin FuturesScenario: Bitcoin is trading at $105,000.Action: Sell futures to hedge against a drop below $100,000.Outcome: Futures profits offset portfolio losses during a downturn.The Road Ahead for BitcoinShort-Term (6 Months)Resistance: $120,000Support: $85,000Volatility will dominate as macroeconomic factors and ETF developments unfold.Long-Term (5–10 Years)Bullish Case: Widespread institutional adoption and scarcity could push Bitcoin toward $1 million.Bearish Case: Regulatory crackdowns and scalability concerns may cap growth.Conclusion: Fear is the Mind KillerFear clouds judgment and breeds impulsive decisions. Yet, by mastering your emotions, understanding market dynamics, and employing disciplined strategies, you can navigate Bitcoin’s unpredictable waters with confidence.Bitcoin isn’t just an asset — it’s a litmus test for resilience, adaptability, and the human spirit. As you traverse this emotional and financial landscape, remember: The greatest rewards often come to those who embrace fear, master it, and move forward with clarity and courage. Let’s conquer the challenge together.December 2024 — Navigating Bitcoin’s Sentiment Storm: Fear is the Mind Killer was originally published in The Capital on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

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