Potential Risks in the Crypto Market: What Investors Should Know

DAILY MARKET OVERVIEW
Market Overview

Welcome, crypto enthusiasts, to Monday's report! We hope you had a fantastic weekend and are eager to delve into the latest crypto market updates.

The markets are on the move again, and we've got the scoop on all the juicy details.

First up, Grayscale is making waves by announcing plans to launch a "mini Bitcoin ETF" with fees that are a whopping 10 times cheaper than their current offering.

This could be a game-changer, with Grayscale potentially having the cheapest Bitcoin ETF on the market at a mere 0.15% fee. However, there's a catch – these "cheap" fees are hypothetical for now, and the actual rate might change by the time the ETF launches.

Now, let's talk about the "Don't F*ck This Up" thesis from Raoul Pal, a crypto veteran who's been in the game for over a decade.

Raoul believes crypto is the "biggest macro opportunity of all time," and he's got a simple framework for making the most of this bull run.

Allocate at least 90% of your portfolio to the core assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, and indulge your degen cravings with the remaining 10% on riskier altcoin (but be prepared to lose it all).

On the Ethereum front, things are looking bullish. Exchange balances for ETH are at an all-time low, with only 10.73% of the entire circulating supply available for sale. This scarcity could drive prices even higher, especially if (when) those long-awaited ETFs get approved.

Finally, if you're wondering if it's too late to get into crypto, fear not! According to the FOMO indicator, it shows that only around 25.94% of the Bitcoin supply has moved within the last 6 months, meaning we're likely still early to the party.

So, there you have it, crypto fam – a market overview packed with juicy insights and exciting developments. Stay tuned for more updates.

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Will Base Season Return?

Coinbase's Base chain quickly became one of the most talked-about chains on social media for trading in March. But in April, activity has dropped a bit.

We think we may be in a quiet period before two significant events that could draw attention back to Base.

The first event is the upcoming launch of the Coinbase Smart Wallet, which is in its final stages of development and expected to roll out soon.

This could attract a large influx of new users to Base and potentially boost trading volume.

The second event is the release of Coinbase's Q1 earnings in approximately 10 days. Analysts on Crypto Twitter have been closely monitoring this and anticipate that the earnings report will likely exceed expectations.

• Q1 average daily trading volume in the U.S. was $3.2 billion. In Q2 so far, it's risen to $3.3 billion, a 3.5% increase, even with Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) prices dropping.
  

• Internationally, daily trading volumes have shot up to $1.1 billion from $820 million in Q1, a 33% increase.
  

• If these trends continue, Q2 could see a trading volume of about $400 billion, up from $360 billion in Q1.

The growth of Coinbase has been remarkable, and we think that if earnings exceed expectations, it could reignite speculation around Base chain coins. Coupled with the launch of the smart wallet and support from major backers like Blackrock, we believe there's still significant potential for growth in Base chain.

NEWS OVERVIEW
Recent Crypto News

• Bitcoin Miners See Surge In Transaction Fees Since Halving, Says Bernstein

• Bitcoin Miners May Pivot To AI Post-Halving

• Layer 2 Solutions STX, ELA, And SAVM Outshine Bitcoin In Post-Halving Performance

• Bitcoin Rebounds To $66,000, Ethereum Registers Gains Post-Halving
  

YOUTUBE INFLUENCER SUMMARY
Data Dash - My Biggest Warning For 2024 | Bitcoin, Altcoins & Stocks Are At A Critical Point... (22.04.2024 Summary)

In one of his most important videos of 2024, Nicholas Merten, better known as DataDash, warns that the crypto and global equity markets are at a critical juncture.

According to DataDash, several key signals indicate that we need to be cautious about maximizing profits and hedging against potential downside risks.

Tech Stocks Showing Weakness

• DataDash highlights the recent poor performance of tech giants like NVIDIA, Eli Lilly (the company behind the weight-loss drug Ozempic), and other market leaders. These stocks have experienced significant sell-offs and gap-downs, which DataDash views as a concerning sign of weakness in the broader equity markets.

The Correlation with Crypto

• While acknowledging the potential impact of the recent Bitcoin halving event, DataDash emphasizes that crypto markets are often correlated with equity markets.
  

• If tech stocks and market leaders continue to struggle, it could potentially drag down crypto prices as well, regardless of any positive narratives surrounding Bitcoin's scarcity or the launch of ETFs.

Keeping an Eye on Key Metrics

• DataDash stresses the importance of watching key metrics like the 21-day moving average for Bitcoin and altcoin dominance. He also advises monitoring inflows into Bitcoin ETFs, as dwindling inflows could signal waning demand and potentially hinder a sustained bull run.

Preparing for Both Scenarios

• While acknowledging the potential for an altcoin cycle or a Bitcoin rally, DataDash's primary message is to prepare for both bullish and bearish scenarios.

In summary, DataDash's biggest warning for 2024 is that the markets are at a critical point, with tech stocks showing signs of weakness that could potentially spill over into crypto markets. He advises caution, vigilance, and preparation for both upside and downside scenarios by closely monitoring key indicators.

Lark Davis - Bitcoin... Oh Sh*t! (22.04.2024 Summary)

The Crypto Market Rollercoaster: Lark's Take

According to Lark, the crypto market is on a wild ride as usual, with Bitcoin recently dipping to around $59,750 after hitting highs of $73,000. But don't panic - Lark sees this volatility as totally normal in a bull market cycle.

"If you've been around here before, you might still be a bit freaked out, but you know the big picture," says Lark. He believes we're still relatively early in this cycle, referencing past cycles that saw massive run-ups over years.

• Lark is particularly bullish on the approval of spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in Hong Kong, providing access to Asian money. "Asian markets are wildly important and should not be ignored this cycle," he states, predicting that countries like South Korea, Japan, and Singapore will follow suit with their own ETF approvals.
  

• The potential inflows from these Asian ETF products could drive enormous buying pressure.
  

• Lark expects the real winners to be layer 1 blockchains like Solana and the crypto base app, calling out projects like Jupiter (JUP) as solid "beta plays" to get exposure.
  

• While not dismissing the likes of Bitcoin and Ethereum, Lark believes the biggest gains lie in riskier altcoin bets this cycle: "The real money gets made during the cycle on the riskier stuff." Of course, he cautions that increased risk means an increased chance of losing money too.

Whether you're a crypto veteran or newcomer, Lark's perspective reminds us to zoom out, understand historical cycles, and focus on emerging narratives and ecosystems - all while managing risk accordingly. As he puts it, "The future is still so bright!"

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