Bitcoin and Ether Dip as Fed Rate Cut Decision Nears

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Volatility Strikes as Key Decisions Approach

👋 Hello Crypto Enthusiasts! A lot is happening in the crypto world today, so let’s jump right in!

📉 Bitcoin & Ether Pull Back After Friday Rally

After a strong rally late last week, both Bitcoin and Ether have taken a step back. The drop came amid growing anticipation of a potential interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve, which has many investors adopting a more cautious approach.

• While news of a second assassination attempt on Donald Trump grabbed attention, most analysts agree the real driver behind the dip is uncertainty around economic policy.

The crypto market has often reacted to larger macroeconomic signals, and with a big announcement expected from the Federal Reserve this week, traders are in a "wait-and-see" mode, holding back from major moves.

🟢 Crypto Funds Bounce Back

While prices cooled, crypto investment funds had a strong week. Global inflows surged, bringing $436 million into the market after weeks of outflows.

• Bitcoin-focused funds led the charge, signaling renewed interest from investors. The U.S. dominated the inflows, with over $400 million coming in, but Switzerland and Germany saw solid activity as well.

On the flip side, Ethereum-based products continued to struggle, suffering more outflows as investors seemed to favor Bitcoin. Despite Ethereum’s recent challenges, many are watching for potential turnarounds if broader market conditions improve.

Overall with the Federal Reserve set to announce its rate decision on Wednesday, the crypto world is holding its breath. Until then, volatility remains high, and investors are playing it safe, waiting to see how everything unfolds.

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Is Fantom a Sleeping Giant?

Fantom, once a leading Layer 1 project that saw huge success in 2022, is back with some exciting new developments.

• Even though its value has dropped 85% from its all-time high, the Fantom team has been hard at work. They’re now just months away from launching a major upgrade called Sonic.

Sonic promises to deliver faster transactions, enhanced security, and better scalability. Along with these upgrades, a new token called "S" will be introduced, which users can obtain by swapping their Fantom tokens to the new Sonic chain.

The hype around Sonic is growing, and the community is getting excited. If all goes as planned, this upgrade could bring significant innovation to the Fantom ecosystem, with new applications and use cases on the horizon.

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DataDash - The Biggest Bitcoin Warning Yet | WTF Is Going On With The ETFs? (16.09.2024 Summary)

In a recent video, Nicholas Merten from DataDash raises concerns about Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market, especially regarding Bitcoin ETFs.

While many expected these ETFs to boost Bitcoin’s price to $100,000 or more, Merten points out the opposite is happening, Bitcoin is experiencing net outflows, with more withdrawals than additions. This signals a lack of interest from institutional investors, which could negatively impact future price movements.

• Institutional money is crucial for maintaining Bitcoin’s supply and demand balance. Merten stresses that it's unclear who will sustain the price without these large players.
  

• Major products like the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust and Fidelity's Bitcoin ETFs are seeing significant outflows, dampening hopes of a strong price surge.

Altcoins aren’t faring much better. Merten highlights that coins like Ethereum, Solana, and even newer trends like AI tokens and meme coins are underperforming. He attributes this to a lack of innovation, leading to stagnant prices.

Merten advises caution, urging investors to wait for clear signs of momentum before making moves. Without strong trends, jumping into the market based on hype could lead to losses.

Lark Davis - Crypto Holders The Time Has Come (16.09.2024 Summary)

In his latest video, Lark Davis discusses the upcoming Federal Reserve rate cuts and their potential impact on the crypto market.

• He explains that a 50 basis point cut is expected, which could cause short-term volatility. Still, he remains optimistic about its long-term bullish effect, especially since it’s happening outside a recession.
  

• Lark then addresses Bitcoin’s continued struggle with resistance at key levels like the 200-day moving average. Despite this, he notes that large investors are accumulating Bitcoin, signaling confidence in future price increases.

Turning to altcoins, Lark points out that while Ethereum has underperformed, many altcoins are in accumulation phases, creating the potential for a future rebound. He emphasizes that crypto markets can shift rapidly from “boring” to explosive, so investors should stay prepared.

Finally, Lark highlights projects like Helium, Fantom, and Maker, which he believes have strong growth potential. Despite current market challenges, he stresses that there are still opportunities for those willing to weather the volatility.

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