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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 Aug 34min

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 Aug 51min

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 Aug 39min

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 Aug 1h 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 Aug 47min

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 Aug 23min

The Crypto Town Hall live stream tackled the current state of the crypto market, focusing on the so-called summer doldrums—a period of reduced news and trading activity. The discussion ranged from meme coins like the speculative Kanye coin saga, to broad questions on market psychology, to an in-depth dive into banking, stablecoins, U.S. macroeconomic policy, interest rates, liquidity, and their impact on both traditional and crypto markets. The hosts and guests analyzed the mechanics of the banking lobby against stablecoins and speculated on Fed policy, inflation, and the direction of long-term interest rates, ultimately tying all these to the continued case for Bitcoin and other hard assets. The aim was to cut through meme coin hype and focus attention on the systemic drivers of value and risk in the evolving financial landscape.

21 Aug 51min

Bitcoin remains volatile as markets await Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole speech, with traders watching for signals on future rate cuts and inflation policy. Meanwhile, the banking lobby is pushing to amend the GENIUS Act, highlighting tension between Wall Street and crypto firms over stablecoin rules. In politics, the Winklevoss twins have pledged millions to a crypto super PAC aimed at shaping the 2025 elections. And in meme coin chaos, a Kanye West-themed token briefly hit a $3B market cap before crashing amid insider concerns.

21 Aug 34min