Author: Ethan Carter
Ethan is a seasoned cryptocurrency writer with extensive experience contributing to leading U.S.-based blockchain and fintech publications. His work blends in-depth market analysis with accessible explanations, making complex crypto topics understandable for a broad audience. Over the years, he has covered Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, NFTs, and emerging blockchain trends, always with a focus on accuracy and insight. Ethan's articles have appeared on major crypto portals, where his expertise in market trends and investment strategies has earned him a loyal readership.
Despite a decline in total open interest within the crypto market in October, indicating a cooling of leveraged exposure among altcoin investors, there are still several altcoins that present significant risk for major losses.Which altcoins are at risk, and what factors might be influencing them? Here’s an in-depth look.Sponsored Sponsored1. Solana (SOL)In October, Solana (SOL) fell below $200, sparking increasing anxiety among investors. A significant number of holders have moved SOL to exchanges, indicating a readiness to sell.A recent BeInCrypto report highlighted that Solana investors sent 688,000 SOL, valued at over $132 million, to exchanges last week.The 7-day liquidation map…
DefiLlama, a decentralized finance (DeFi) data aggregator, has quietly reinstated decentralized exchange (DEX) Aster to its analytics platform weeks after it was delisted due to disputed trading data.Haseeb Qureshi, managing partner at Dragonfly, highlighted the update on X, pointing out the lack of public discussion or announcement from either Aster or DefiLlama. He mentioned “significant gaps” in the historical data, questioning the legitimacy of the numbers with the pseudonymous DefiLlama founder 0xngmi.In response, 0xngmi stated that the team still could not verify the data, calling it a “black box.” He explained that while DefiLlama is working on a new system…
Decentralized finance (DeFi) data aggregator DefiLlama has quietly reinstated decentralized exchange (DEX) Aster to its analytics platform, following its delisting weeks earlier due to disputed trading data.Dragonfly managing partner Haseeb Qureshi highlighted the situation on X, noting the absence of any public discussion or announcement from either Aster or DefiLlama. He pointed out “significant gaps” in the historical data and inquired with the pseudonymous DefiLlama founder 0xngmi about the legitimacy of the numbers now presented.In response, 0xngmi stated that the team still could not verify the data, referring to it as a “black box.” He indicated that although DefiLlama is…
DefiLlama, the decentralized finance (DeFi) data aggregator, has quietly restored decentralized exchange (DEX) Aster to its analytics platform after delisting it weeks ago due to disputed trading data.Dragonfly managing partner Haseeb Qureshi highlighted this update on X, pointing out that there had been no public discussion or announcement from either Aster or DefiLlama. He also mentioned significant “gaps” in the historical data and inquired with pseudonymous DefiLlama founder “0xngmi” about the legitimacy of the numbers.In response, 0xngmi indicated that the team could not yet verify the numbers, referring to it as a “black box.” He added that while DefiLlama is…
Analysts indicate that Bitcoin’s price will encounter difficulties as long as long-term holders continue to realize profits.According to analyst James Check, the inability of crypto markets to bounce back isn’t attributed to manipulation or “paper Bitcoin,” but rather to “good old-fashioned sellers.” He mentioned this observation on Sunday.Check emphasized that the significant volume of sell-side pressure from current Bitcoin (BTC) holders is often overlooked, labeling it as “the source of resistance” at present.He also shared a chart illustrating that the average age of spent coins has risen throughout the cycle, suggesting that it is the long-term holders who are selling.Another…
Approximately two-thirds of institutional investors maintain a positive outlook for Bitcoin heading into 2026, as reported by Coinbase.“The majority of respondents are optimistic about Bitcoin,” wrote David Duong, head of research at Coinbase Institutional, in a research report titled “Navigating Uncertainty.”In an institutional investor survey conducted by Coinbase with 124 participants, 67% expressed a positive outlook for Bitcoin (BTC) over the next three to six months.The report noted a “significant divergence” in views about the current market cycle, with 45% of institutions believing that markets are in the late stages of a bull run, in contrast to only 27% of…
The cryptocurrency market has seen significant fluctuations this October, with altcoin market capitalization declining by an additional 15%, and the month is not yet concluded. Will this downturn deepen before the end of October?Recent data and analyses provide insights for investors to evaluate risks and opportunities during this precarious time.Sponsored Over 70,000 Altcoin Inflow Transactions Could Deepen the DeclineThe decline is not merely a result of short-term volatility; it also indicates increasing sell pressure and waning demand from investors.A clear signal is the marked rise in the number of altcoins being sent to exchanges, which has reached its peak level…
Following its recent crash over the weekend, the Bitcoin price appears to be finding some stability as market sentiment shifts positively once more. Yet, this has done little to quell the bearish outlook that has surfaced after the October 10 liquidation event. Contrary to expectations of a recovery bounce that could propel the Bitcoin price to new all-time highs, crypto expert MMBTrader has identified what they term the ‘Whale Buy Zone’ for acquiring ‘cheap’ Bitcoin. Anticipate Bitcoin Price Dipping Below $90,000 At present, the Bitcoin price remains above $100,000, maintaining this critical psychological threshold even amidst the recent fluctuations that…
Airdrops are frequently utilized by new crypto projects, yet research indicates that around 88% of such tokens decline in value within three months. This finding comes from a report collected over the past seven years. A report on Sept. 18 by DappRadar analyst Sara Gherghelas revealed that since 2017, over $20 billion has been distributed in airdrops, with 88% of the tokens losing value shortly after, “underscoring the disconnect between immediate excitement and sustainable growth.” In an interview with Cointelegraph, DappRadar’s head of content, Robert Hoogendoorn, emphasized that airdrop success hinges on effective token distribution; projects aim to engage committed holders. Source:…
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