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👋 Hey, Crypto Enthusiasts! Markets are quiet, but the silence is starting to feel heavy. Let’s dive in!

❕ Bitcoin is holding near 105K, but momentum is fading. Ethereum and a few altcoins are starting to show relative strength, which often signals that capital is beginning to rotate into new narratives.

⛽️ Bitcoin Holds, Ethereum Gains Traction

Bitcoin staying above 105K shows resilience, but price action is muted. Ethereum, however, is starting to lead. This early altcoin outperformance could signal the beginning of a rotation phase, where capital moves into assets with stronger catalysts and clearer growth narratives.

🏦 Ethereum Captures Institutional Momentum

Ethereum saw $100 million in ETF inflows yesterday, reflecting increasing interest from large investors. Joe Lubin, CEO of Consensys and co-founder of Ethereum, said they are in discussions with institutions from a major country to build directly on the Ethereum infrastructure.

Additionally, Consensys led a $425 million investment in SharpLink Gaming, where treasury operations will be managed using Ethereum. These developments reinforce Ethereum’s growing role as a foundational layer for institutional-grade applications.

💲 XRP Treasury Adoption Picks Up as Well

Chinese transportation firm Webus filed with the US SEC to establish a $300 million XRP treasury. Their plan includes using XRP for payments and managing reserves through debt financing.

This comes shortly after Vivopower’s $100 million XRP treasury announcement. These moves point to a rising trend of international corporations using XRP for treasury functions, especially outside the United States.

🔑 Key Macro and Regulatory Drivers

• South Korea’s newly elected president Lee Jae-myung supports spot crypto ETFs and aims to create a Korean won-pegged stablecoin system. This is a major regulatory tailwind in one of Asia’s largest markets.
  

• California’s Assembly passed AB 1180, allowing government agencies to accept crypto payments. If approved by the Senate, a pilot program would start in 2026. This move could pave the way for broader US state-level adoption.
  

• Circle, issuer of the USDC stablecoin, is launching its IPO today. A successful public offering could enhance credibility for the stablecoin sector and make USDC & DeFi more appealing to institutions and regulators.
  

• Trump Media’s Truth Social platform filed for a Bitcoin ETF through NYSE Arca. The political association adds attention, and while approval isn’t guaranteed, it shows how mainstream crypto ETF interest has become.

🤔 Market Still Unmoved

Despite this steady stream of positive developments, the crypto market remains mostly flat. This may be a sign of consolidation, where traders are waiting for a breakout. On the flip side, it could signal exhaustion, where buyers are losing interest. Either way, the market’s quiet reaction to strong news suggests that the next move could be significant.

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Capital Rotation and Changing Narratives

Across trading communities, sentiment is shifting toward caution and reevaluation. Solana, once dominant in meme coin activity, is seeing traders move to Ethereum and Hyperliquid. The mood is less about chasing hype and more about positioning for cleaner opportunities.

⚠️ Solana Under Pressure

Solana is losing favor as capital rotates away from it. One major reason is the upcoming Pump. fun token raise. The platform, central to Solana’s meme coin narrative, is raising $1 billion at a $4 billion valuation. The absence of an airdrop, combined with declining revenue, has led many to believe this could be a final cash-out move.

The upcoming token generation event is also viewed as bearish for SOL. Pump.fun may take over as the main meme speculation vehicle, separating meme coin activity from Solana itself. Traders see this as weakening Solana’s role in the high-risk, high-reward corner of crypto.

🤔 New Focus Areas Emerging

Ethereum and Hyperliquid are increasingly seen as better-positioned chains. Ethereum is attracting real institutional capital and building long-term infrastructure. Hyperliquid is gaining attention from traders focused on airdrop strategies and meme token launches. The market is rewarding platforms that offer cleaner exposure to narratives without the baggage of declining ecosystems.

Broader Sentiment Outlook

Traders are becoming more selective. The excitement around meme coins is fading, and liquidity is following platforms with stronger fundamentals and clearer upside. Ethereum is clearly benefiting from this rotation, while Solana is under scrutiny. Hyperliquid is emerging as a new speculative favorite.

YOUTUBE INFLUENCER SUMMARY

Summary From The Top Influencers 📷️ 

Miles Deutscher – Solana Is In Big Trouble.. [I'm Rotating] (04.06.2025 Summary)

In this video, Miles Deutscher explains why Solana might face short- to mid-term weakness, mainly due to a major shift in its ecosystem. He breaks down the impact of Pump.fun’s token plans, his current market strategy, and where he sees better opportunities.

Key Takeaways:

1. Solana Facing Short-Term Pressure
   Solana could underperform due to changing investor narratives and potential capital rotation.
   

2. Pump.fun’s Token Launch
   Pump.fun is raising $1 billion to launch its own token. Since SOL was previously used as a proxy for exposure to Pump.fun, this could lead to rotation away from SOL.
   

3. Shift Toward Ethereum
   Miles has been rotating into ETH and ETH-based projects, expecting Ethereum to outperform in the near term.
   

4. ETH Ecosystem Looking Strong
   Ethereum has upcoming catalysts (like ETF talks) and a more stable user base, making it attractive during this phase.
   

5. Alternative L1s Gaining Attention
   With Solana cooling off, Layer 1s like Sui and Hype could benefit from renewed liquidity and focus.
   

6. Criticism of Pump.fun
   While profitable for experienced traders, Miles believes Pump.fun has been damaging for retail users and overall crypto sentiment.
   

7. Still Long-Term Bullish on Solana
   Despite reducing his SOL exposure short-term, he believes Solana has strong fundamentals and product-market fit for the long run.

Outro:
Miles isn’t giving up on Solana, but he’s playing the current market dynamics, carefully rotating into Ethereum and select altcoins while waiting for better SOL entry points. He urges viewers to stay flexible and think both short- and long-term when managing risk.

Ivan On Tech – Bitcoin Big Moves Coming! (04.06.2025 Summary)

In this video, Ivan on Tech breaks down why he believes Bitcoin is gearing up for the biggest pump of the cycle. He reviews price action, macro trends, rising institutional adoption, and why altcoin season hasn’t happened yet but could be coming soon.

Key Takeaways:

1. Bitcoin Is Holding Key Support
   Price is retesting previous resistance as support, a classic bullish setup.
   No blow-off top yet, which suggests the cycle still has more to offer.
   

2. Altcoin Season Hasn't Started
   Bitcoin dominance remains high. Ivan notes that despite meme coin pops, a true altcoin season hasn’t arrived yet.
   

3. Fed and Inflation Outlook
   The Fed is gradually easing, but not fully dovish yet.
   Rising US debt and deficits support Bitcoin’s long-term bullish case.
   

4. Institutional and Corporate Buying is Surging
   Big players like BlackRock and smaller firms are adding Bitcoin to their treasuries.
   A Spanish coffee chain (Vanad) plans to invest over 1 billion euros into Bitcoin as part of a turnaround strategy.
   

5. Ethereum Regaining Strength
   ETH is showing bullish signs against both Bitcoin and Solana.
   If ETH continues to gain momentum, it could help trigger an altcoin season.
   

6. Pro-Crypto Political Wins
   South Korea elected a president with a pro-crypto stance.
   California passed a bill allowing crypto payments for state services, signaling growing government openness.
   

7. Trump Family Goes Crypto
   Donald Trump Jr. shared the family's experience with de-banking and why it led them into crypto.
   Although some Trump-branded crypto products are circulating, not all are officially endorsed.

Outro:
Ivan believes the crypto market is still early in this cycle’s final push. With support holding strong, institutional buying rising, and ETH gaining traction, he sees massive upside ahead. Stay focused, stay informed, and get ready for what could be the biggest run yet.

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