How Crypto Reacted to US CPI Data

DAILY MARKET OVERVIEW
US Inflation Results ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

๐Ÿ˜Ž Happy Wednesday, Crypto Enthusiasts! The crypto world is buzzing with new updates. Let's jump right in and see what's happening today! ๐Ÿ‘€ 

US CPI Results

The entire crypto market was eagerly awaiting today's US CPI results, which matched the expected 3.4% inflation rate.

This brought relief to the markets, causing Bitcoin and Ethereum to quickly surge.

GameStop Rally Over?

Gamestop and its meme coin counterpart have experienced a significant rally. However, numerous trading platforms suspended Gamestop trading today due to extreme volatility.

These suspensions might have killed the momentum for the stock, which has currently dropped by 50% from its recent highs.

Vanguard Turn Bullish on Crypto?

Vanguard, a prominent investment management company, has appointed Salim Ramji, formerly BlackRock's global head of ETFs, as its new CEO.

In January, Vanguard implemented a ban on all spot Bitcoin ETFs from their platform.

These moves at Vanguard could be good news for crypto. With their new CEO, Salim Ramji, it suggests they're rethinking their approach to cryptocurrency.

TWITTER SENTIMENT
Social Ethereum Sentiment ๐Ÿฆ๏ธ 

The sentiment around Ethereum on Twitter is currently pessimistic, with ETH lagging behind Bitcoin since 2022. Many are questioning if ETH will see a significant rally like in the past.

Ethereum is also facing regulatory challenges and is awaiting a crucial ETF decision on May 23rd.

An unexpected approval of the ETF could lead to a significant revaluation of Ethereum.

Solana has surpassed Ethereum in generated transaction fees for the first time ever.

Some argue this is temporary, attributing it to Solana's focus on meme coins, which will eventually lose popularity.

However, the timing of such a shift is uncertain, and Solana could potentially outperform Ethereum this cycle based on current activity.

NEWS OVERVIEW
The Latest Crypto Headlines ๐Ÿ“ฐ 

GameStop Rides High on Roaring Kitty's Return
GameStop's stock has seen a significant uptick, fueled by the return of Roaring Kitty, a figure pivotal in the January 2021 trading frenzy. The trader's recent re-engagement with GameStop has sparked investor interest, leading to a surge in stock prices as the market anticipates potential new developments or endorsements from the influential figure.

New Bitcoin ETP Offers Yield Opportunities in Nordic Countries
Investors in the Nordic countries now have a new way to invest in Bitcoin via a recently launched Exchange Traded Product (ETP) that also offers yield opportunities. This innovative financial product aims to attract both seasoned and new crypto investors looking to diversify their portfolios with digital assets while earning passive income.

Bitcoin and Ethereum Hold Steady as Market Awaits U.S. CPI Data
Ahead of the upcoming U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, both Bitcoin and Ethereum are maintaining stability. The market seems to be in a wait-and-see mode, with investors holding off on major moves until the inflation data is released, which could dictate the short-term trajectory of the cryptocurrency market.

Crypto's Role in Upcoming Elections Begins to Take Shape
As election season approaches, the role of cryptocurrencies in political campaigns is becoming increasingly significant. Several candidates have started to accept donations in digital currencies, and crypto policy is featuring prominently in campaign discussions. This trend underscores the growing influence of cryptocurrencies in the political sphere.

YOUTUBE INFLUENCER SUMMARY ๐Ÿ“ท๏ธ 

Data Dash - Can We Still Have An Altcoin Cycle? | My Brutally Honest Take... (15.05.2024 Summary)

Can We Still Have An Altcoin Cycle? DataDash's Take

According to DataDash, an altcoin cycle might still be on the cards, but we haven't seen one yet. While many altcoins have outperformed Bitcoin, the indicators he follows suggest the market hasn't reached the euphoric, overbought conditions typically associated with an altcoin cycle peak.

The key points DataDash makes are:

๐Ÿ“ˆ Bitcoin's price action hasn't shown clear signs of a prolonged uptrend yet. The 21-day moving average hasn't convincingly crossed above the 100-day moving average, which is often a bullish signal.

๐Ÿค– Altcoin indicators aren't flashing overbought levels that have historically marked the top of altcoin cycles.

๐Ÿ’ฐ While some altcoins have made phenomenal gains, DataDash argues we haven't seen the parabolic moves that typically characterize an altcoin cycle climax.

๐Ÿ”ฎ DataDash believes the market could potentially continue rising, setting the stage for an altcoin cycle. However, he cautions that this is not guaranteed, and advises waiting for clear breakouts in price action before taking on risk.

In summary, while acknowledging the possibility of an altcoin cycle, DataDash remains cautious in the short term. He advocates patience, citing a lack of confirmatory signals from price action and data models. As always, he emphasizes letting price be the ultimate guide.

Ivan On Tech - BITCOIN: SURPRISE FOR BEARS.... (urgent) (15.05.2024 Summary)

Bitcoin Bears, Beware! ๐Ÿป 

According to Ivan, bitcoin bears are in for a big surprise. Why? Well, there are several reasons that Ivan believes will catch the bears off guard.

๐Ÿ“ˆ Ivan mentions there are positive inflows into the Bitcoin ETF recently, with more days of zero outflows. He says this stabilization in the ETF is an interesting sign.

๐Ÿง“ Ivan highlights that a state pension fund in Wisconsin has disclosed holding $100 million worth of bitcoin in the BlackRock Bitcoin ETF, which is surprising to see institutions move so quickly into a new bitcoin product.

๐Ÿช™ Ivan references Michael Saylor's point that thousands of pension funds managing $27 trillion in assets will need to buy some bitcoin for retirement portfolios, as bitcoin is one of the only long-term assets they can really count on.

In summary, Ivan believes the combination of positive ETF flows, and rapid institutional adoption of bitcoin products will create a surprising upside for bitcoin that the bears are underestimating.

MEME COIN OF THE DAY

APU ๐Ÿธ 

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โš ๏ธ While meme coins have been among the top performers this year, they are highly speculative and volatile. These assets carry extreme risk, with the potential to lose their entire value overnight. This section is intended for entertainment purposes only.

CRYPTO MEMES

โ€œEveryone in Crypto looking at the GameStop pump. ๐Ÿ‘€ โ€

Source: @autismcapital

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