Bitcoin & Crypto DUMP! Should We Be Worried?

Crypto Town Hall's livestream, hosted on X, dives deep into the current state of institutional activity in the crypto space, especially focusing on the recent massive inflows into Ethereum spot ETFs despite a broader market correction. The panel, composed of regular hosts and rotating guests from different backgrounds (traders, market analysts, and insiders from the crypto and TradFi worlds), unpacks why institutional money is flowing heavily into Ethereum, what's happening with altcoins, the shifting role and business model of Layer 2s, and how political/regulatory factors interact with the crypto market's current evolution. The show maintains a casual, candid tone and allows for open panel discussion, giving insights into both on-chain activities and off-chain narratives shaping the industry.

27 Elo 202553min

Is crypto market manipulation destroying the industry or is it simply how markets work? In this episode, Scott Melker sits down with Guarav Dubey, a market maker, to uncover the truth about manipulation in crypto.

27 Elo 202547min

Bitcoin is holding strong around $110,000, yet sentiment feels oddly negative as some traders grow restless waiting for a new all-time high. Despite the frustration, the backdrop remains highly bullish with powerful tailwinds and growing industry momentum. The recent pullback from $124K is seen less as a setback and more as a seasonal lull, with long-term buyers viewing current levels as attractive entry points.

26 Elo 202534min

Bitcoin hit $124K last week and has been tumbling since, sparking debate over whether the rally is done.. but on-chain data and ETF inflows suggest it may just be getting started. A flash crash from ETH whale trades shook markets. In D.C., Trump’s removal of Fed Governor Lisa Cook raises questions about Fed independence, even as Morgan Stanley forecasts rate cuts in September. At the same time, crypto treasury funds from B Strategy, Sharps, and Pantera are booming but are they fueling innovation or the next big risk?

26 Elo 202551min

Crypto Town Hall discusses the recent high-impact events in the crypto markets, especially focusing on a massive 24,000 Bitcoin market dump and what it means for Bitcoin's price stability and the broader market. The panel, comprised of regular hosts and several guest experts, debated the effects of Federal Reserve policies, the implications of the government acquiring a stake in Intel, and the evolving strategies in both macroeconomics and crypto asset allocation. The conversation also covered rate cuts, the role of sovereign wealth funds, and whether current Bitcoin and Ethereum levels are strong buy opportunities given recent market absorption strength. The goal was to untangle the weekend's events, forecast market directions, and get the panel's real-world positions and sentiment about buying at current levels.

25 Elo 202539min

Bitcoin faces volatility after a whale dumps 24,000 BTC ($2.7B), even as whales accumulate Ethereum and BlackRock adds $150M more ETH. Markets brace for Powell’s Jackson Hole decision, with Fed officials signaling caution on rate cuts while Asian stocks rally on pivot hopes. In Washington, Senator Lummis pushes a crypto bill, the DOJ shifts enforcement focus, and banks lobby to reshape the GENIUS Act. Globally, China eyes yuan-backed stablecoins, while Coinbase’s $2.9B Deribit buy and Bullish’s IPO show institutions diving deeper. With whales, regulators, and Wall Street all moving fast, will Powell’s decision spark Bitcoin’s next big move?

25 Elo 20251h 4min

The Crypto Town Hall live stream focused on current crypto market dynamics, especially Bitcoin and Ethereum price action in the wake of the Fed chair's latest speech. The hosts and panelists discussed market reactions to Jerome Powell's comments, shifting expectations around interest rates, legislative updates affecting the crypto space, technical analysis, and broader political influences. Expert guests weighed in with data-driven opinions on inflation, the 4-year cycle theory for Bitcoin, the impact of macroeconomic events, the DOJ's position on software/code and DeFi, and upcoming altcoin opportunities. The event fostered an open, opinionated discussion meant to help investors and traders make sense of a volatile, fast-changing landscape.

22 Elo 202547min

Bitcoin sits near $110K as all eyes turn to Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole decision and whether the Fed will signal rate cuts or stick with “higher-for-longer.” Washington heats up with Senator Lummis pushing a crypto market structure bill, the DOJ easing enforcement on developers, and banks lobbying to reshape the GENIUS Act. Globally, China explores yuan-backed stablecoins, while whales shift from Bitcoin into Ethereum and BlackRock doubles down on ETH. Even the Kanye West memecoin shows the risks of speculation. With policy, institutions, and macro all colliding, the key question remains: will the Fed’s decision spark Bitcoin’s next big move?

22 Elo 202523min