πŸ“ƒ Oct 18, 2024 – ASIA Cryptocurrency Market 8h Daily Trend Forecast

Crypto Market Analysis & Trend: Neutral/Trending Up

In the last 24 hours, the cryptocurrency market has shown a neutral to slightly upward trend. While there have been fluctuations in the prices of major cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, overall market sentiment remains positive. This trend is supported by several factors. Firstly, the launch of Kraken’s Wrapped Bitcoin token (KBTC) has generated excitement and is expected to boost Bitcoin adoption. Additionally, the announcement by Grayscale about considering launching a Dogecoin ETF indicates growing interest in the meme cryptocurrency. Moreover, Ethereum’s surge roadmap aiming for 100,000+ transactions per second demonstrates the project’s focus on scalability and improvement. However, the market is not without negative news, as the FBI’s arrest of an alleged hacker linked to a fake SEC Bitcoin ETF tweet raises concerns about security and misinformation. Overall, the evidence suggests a slightly positive sentiment, but caution is advised due to potential volatility in the market.

What is important

Key points to understand the current state of the cryptocurrency market:

– The market is currently showing a neutral to slightly upward trend, with positive sentiment prevailing.
– Kraken’s launch of the Wrapped Bitcoin token (KBTC) is expected to bolster Bitcoin adoption.
– Grayscale’s consideration of a Dogecoin ETF indicates growing interest in the meme cryptocurrency.
– Ethereum’s surge roadmap targeting 100,000+ transactions per second demonstrates the project’s commitment to scalability and improvement.
– Caution is advised due to potential volatility and the recent arrest of an alleged hacker linked to a fake SEC Bitcoin ETF tweet.

Top 5 – Latest Headlines & Cryptocurrency News

  1. Crypto Exchange Kraken Launches Wrapped Bitcoin Token kBTC– Crypto exchange Kraken launches Wrapped Bitcoin token (KBTC).
  2. Just-In: Kraken Rolls Out Wrapped Bitcoin kBTC To Boost BTC Adoption– Kraken has introduced Wrapped Bitcoin (KBTC) to promote Bitcoin adoption.
  3. FBI Arrests Alleged SEC Hacker Linked to Fake Tweet Saying Bitcoin ETFs Were Approved– The FBI has arrested an alleged SEC hacker who was linked to a fake tweet claiming that Bitcoin ETFs were approved.
  4. FBI arrests Β΄AGiantSchnauzerΒ΄, the Alabama man behind SEC Bitcoin hack– The FBI arrests AGiantSchnauzer, an Alabama man, for hacking the SEC Bitcoin.
  5. FBI arrests alleged hacker behind fake SEC bitcoin ETF X post– The FBI has arrested an alleged hacker behind a fake SEC Bitcoin ETF.

Factors DrivingΒ the Growth – Market Sentiment

In the last 24 hours, the most mentioned positive sentiment keywords in the news include ‘bitcoin,’ ‘ethereum,’ ‘dogecoin,’ and ‘surge.’ On the other hand, negative sentiment keywords such as ‘FBI,’ ‘arrests,’ ‘hacker,’ and ‘fake’ have also gained attention. It is essential to consider both positive and negative news headlines to gain a holistic view of the market sentiment.

Positive Terms – Sentiment Analysis

OccurrencesKeyword
24bitcoin
11ethereum
10dogecoin
9cryptocurrency
8cryptocurrency market
7surge
7xrp
6kraken
6shiba inu
6solana

Negative Terms – Sentiment Analysis

OccurrencesKeyword
7fbi
4arrests
4bitcoin
4hacker
4sec
3ambient finance
3capital gains tax
3donald trump
3fake
3italy

Crypto Investor Fear & Greed Index

Fear and Greed Indicators, which represent the sentiment in the cryptocurrency market, have shown readings between 48pt and 73pt. These readings fall into the fear and greed categories, indicating a mixture of emotions among market participants. While fear may be present due to factors such as potential regulatory actions or market volatility, there is also evidence of greed driven by expectations of price increases. It is crucial to monitor these indicators and consider them alongside other factors when making investment decisions.

DateValueVariationSource
2024-10-17 00:00:0071pt-2ptAlternative.me
2024-10-17 00:00:0073pt0ptAlternative.me
2024-10-16 00:00:0065pt0ptAlternative.me
2024-10-16 00:00:0073pt8ptAlternative.me
2024-10-15 00:00:0048pt0ptAlternative.me
2024-10-15 00:00:0065pt17ptAlternative.me
2024-10-17 00:00:0071pt-2ptBinance.com
2024-10-17 00:00:0073pt0ptBinance.com
2024-10-16 00:00:0065pt0ptBinance.com
2024-10-16 00:00:0073pt8ptBinance.com
2024-10-15 00:00:0048pt0ptBinance.com
2024-10-15 00:00:0065pt17ptBinance.com
2024-10-17 00:00:0073pt8ptBitDegree.org
2024-10-16 00:00:0065pt17ptBitDegree.org
2024-10-15 00:00:0048pt0ptBitDegree.org
2024-10-17 16:00:0066pt1ptBtcTools.io
2024-10-17 08:00:0065pt1ptBtcTools.io
2024-10-17 00:00:0064pt2ptBtcTools.io
2024-10-16 08:00:0062pt-3ptBtcTools.io
2024-10-16 00:00:0065pt-2ptBtcTools.io
2024-10-15 08:00:0067pt2ptBtcTools.io
2024-10-15 00:00:0065pt0ptBtcTools.io
2024-10-17 00:00:0071pt-2ptCoinstats.app
2024-10-16 00:00:0073pt8ptCoinstats.app
2024-10-15 00:00:0065pt0ptCoinstats.app

Bitcoin: Active Addresses

Bitcoin Address Indicators show variations in the number of addresses with different balance thresholds. The dataset indicates stable figures for addresses with minimum balances of over 0.00001 BTC and over 0.0001 BTC. However, the number of zero balance addresses and addresses with balances over 1 BTC has slightly decreased. These indicators provide insights into the activity and distribution of Bitcoin wallets, which are important factors to consider in analyzing market dynamics.

DateAddressesVariationIndicatorSource
2024-10-17 13:00:001,333,997,2350.00%Total Addressesbitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:001,281,337,9820.00%Zero Balance Addressesbitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:00665,1450.97%Bitcoin Active Addressesbtc.com
2024-10-17 13:00:00540,5460.00%Addresses with over 0bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:00219,3810.00%Addresses with over 0.0000001bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:003,810,6240.00%Addresses with over 0.000001bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:0010,586,2200.00%Addresses with over 0.00001bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:0013,099,7530.00%Addresses with over 0.0001bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:0011,703,683-0.01%Addresses with over 0.001bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:008,117,750-0.01%Addresses with over 0.01bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:003,567,961-0.01%Addresses with over 0.1bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:00860,301-0.03%Addresses with over 1bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:00136,706-0.03%Addresses with over 10bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:0014,2370.04%Addresses with over 100bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:001,990-0.05%Addresses with over 1,000bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:00971.03%Addresses with over 10,000bitaps.com
2024-10-17 13:00:0040.00%Addresses with over 100,000bitaps.com

Economic events to move the cryptocurrency market

The economic events in the last 24 hours include housing starts and permits data, national CPI announcements for JPY, Fed’s balance sheet update, and various other reports related to production, inventory, and trade balances. These events can have an impact on the respective economies and consequently influence the cryptocurrency market. Traders and investors should monitor these events to assess potential correlations with price movements and market sentiment.

DateImpactEvent
2024-10-18 12:30:00HighHousing Starts and Permits Starts – Annual Rate
2024-10-18 12:30:00HighHousing Starts and Permits Permits – Annual Rate
2024-10-17 23:30:00ModerateJPY – National CPI (MoM)
2024-10-17 23:30:00ModerateJPY – National Core CPI (YoY) (Sep)
2024-10-17 20:30:00ModerateUSD – FedΒ΄s Balance Sheet
2024-10-17 20:00:00ModerateUSD – TIC Net Long-Term Transactions (Aug)
2024-10-17 20:00:00ModerateGBP – BoE Deputy Governor Woods Speaks
2024-10-17 20:00:00ModerateTreasury International Capital Net Long-Term Securities Transactions
2024-10-17 18:00:00ModerateUSD – Federal Budget Balance (Sep)
2024-10-17 16:00:00ModerateUSD – Atlanta Fed GDPNow (Q3)
2024-10-17 15:00:00ModerateUSD – Cushing Crude Oil Inventories
2024-10-17 15:00:00HighUSD – Crude Oil Inventories
2024-10-17 15:00:00HighEIA Petroleum Status Report Crude Oil Inventories – W/W
2024-10-17 15:00:00HighEIA Petroleum Status Report Gasoline Inventories – W/W
2024-10-17 15:00:00HighEIA Petroleum Status Report Distillate Inventories – W/W
2024-10-17 14:30:00ModerateEIA Natural Gas Report Week over Week
2024-10-17 14:15:00ModerateEUR – ECB President Lagarde Speaks
2024-10-17 14:00:00ModerateUSD – Retail Inventories Ex Auto (Aug)
2024-10-17 14:00:00ModerateUSD – Business Inventories (MoM) (Aug)
2024-10-17 14:00:00ModerateBusiness Inventories Wholesale Inventories
2024-10-17 14:00:00ModerateHousing Market Index Index
2024-10-17 14:00:00ModerateBusiness Inventories Retail Inventories
2024-10-17 14:00:00ModerateBusiness Inventories Month over Month
2024-10-17 14:00:00ModerateBusiness Inventories Manufacturing Inventories
2024-10-17 13:15:00ModerateUSD – Industrial Production (YoY) (Sep)
2024-10-17 13:15:00ModerateUSD – Industrial Production (MoM) (Sep)
2024-10-17 13:15:00HighIndustrial Production Manufacturing Output – M/M
2024-10-17 13:15:00HighIndustrial Production Industrial Production – M/M
2024-10-17 13:15:00HighIndustrial Production Capacity Utilization Rate
2024-10-17 12:45:00HighEUR – ECB Press Conference
2024-10-17 12:30:00ModerateCAD – Foreign Securities Purchases (Aug)
2024-10-17 12:30:00HighUSD – Retail Sales (MoM) (Sep)
2024-10-17 12:30:00ModerateUSD – Retail Control (MoM) (Sep)
2024-10-17 12:30:00ModerateUSD – Philly Fed Employment (Oct)
2024-10-17 12:30:00HighUSD – Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index (Oct)
2024-10-17 12:30:00HighUSD – Initial Jobless Claims
2024-10-17 12:30:00HighUSD – Core Retail Sales (MoM) (Sep)
2024-10-17 12:30:00ModerateUSD – Continuing Jobless Claims
2024-10-17 12:30:00HighJobless Claims 4-Week Moving Average
2024-10-17 12:30:00HighJobless Claims Initial Claims – Level
2024-10-17 12:30:00HighJobless Claims Initial Claims – Change
2024-10-17 12:30:00HighRetail Sales Ex-Vehicles – M/M
2024-10-17 12:30:00HighRetail Sales Ex-Vehicles & Gas – M/M
2024-10-17 12:30:00ModeratePhiladelphia Fed Manufacturing Index Index
2024-10-17 12:30:00HighRetail Sales Retail Sales – M/M
2024-10-17 12:15:00HighEUR – ECB Interest Rate Decision (Oct)
2024-10-17 12:15:00ModerateEUR – ECB Monetary Policy Statement
2024-10-17 12:15:00ModerateEUR – ECB Marginal Lending Facility
2024-10-17 12:15:00HighEUR – Deposit Facility Rate (Oct)
2024-10-17 10:00:00ModerateEUR – EU Leaders Summit
2024-10-17 09:45:00ModerateEUR – ECB McCaul Speaks
2024-10-17 09:00:00ModerateEUR – Trade Balance (Aug)
2024-10-17 09:00:00HighEUR – CPI (YoY) (Sep)
2024-10-17 09:00:00ModerateEUR – CPI (MoM) (Sep)
2024-10-17 09:00:00ModerateEUR – Core CPI (YoY) (Sep)
2024-10-17 08:15:00ModerateEUR – ECB McCaul Speaks
2024-10-17 00:30:00ModerateAUD – Unemployment Rate (Sep)
2024-10-17 00:30:00ModerateAUD – Full Employment Change (Sep)
2024-10-17 00:30:00ModerateAUD – Employment Change (Sep)
2024-10-16 23:50:00ModerateJPY – Trade Balance (Sep)
2024-10-16 23:50:00ModerateJPY – Exports (YoY) (Sep)
2024-10-16 23:50:00ModerateJPY – Adjusted Trade Balance

Crypto Assets Prices

The prices of major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Binance Coin have shown slight variations. Bitcoin’s price has exhibited a positive sentiment, with a minor increase in the last 24 hours. Ethereum has also experienced a minimal price improvement. However, Binance Coin has shown a more significant positive variation in its price. These price movements reflect the overall positive sentiment observed in the market, indicating continuing interest and support for these cryptocurrencies.

DateCryptocurrencyPricePrice Variation24h Variation24h Variation Difference24h Volatility24h Volatility Difference
2024-10-16 23:47:00Bitcoin67,661.100.83%0.88-0.66%2.51-2.35%
2024-10-15 23:47:00Bitcoin67,100.001.46%1.54-3.63%4.86-1.61%
2024-10-16 23:47:00Ethereum2,611.720.20%0.171.05%2.28-3.68%
2024-10-15 23:47:00Ethereum2,606.60-0.89%-0.88-7.40%5.96-2.66%
2024-10-16 23:47:00Binance Coin600.601.08%1.010.14%2.68-1.16%
2024-10-15 23:47:00Binance Coin594.100.88%0.87-2.03%3.84-2.13%

CryptocurrencyΒ Capitalization and Volume

The market capitalizations and volumes of major cryptocurrencies exhibit relatively stable figures in the past 24 hours. Bitcoin remains the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, followed by Ethereum and Tether. The total trading volume across different exchanges indicates a mixed trend, with variations in trading activity across platforms. Traders should consider these metrics alongside other factors such as liquidity and market depth to analyze the overall market conditions.

DateCryptocurrencyCapitalizationCapitalization VariationVolumeVolume Variation
2024-10-17 00:00:00Binance Coin87,593,048,2230.92%919,728,035-18.17%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Binance Coin86,794,320,1731.02%1,123,954,73827.21%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Binance Coin85,915,397,1372.91%883,567,93276.15%
2024-10-17 00:00:00Bitcoin1,336,395,569,8940.75%39,907,763,606-22.75%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Bitcoin1,326,385,992,1801.58%51,661,735,84210.46%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Bitcoin1,305,753,625,6185.06%46,769,667,396159.44%
2024-10-17 00:00:00Ethereum314,241,517,1460.18%16,238,004,324-26.10%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Ethereum313,664,753,312-0.91%21,973,956,8191.87%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Ethereum316,543,434,3866.55%21,570,962,681196.72%
2024-10-17 00:00:00Tether119,964,271,0800.11%58,743,466,118-3.62%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Tether119,836,389,7860.12%60,951,143,51387.62%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Tether119,696,539,286-0.01%32,486,973,46329.55%

Cryptocurrency Exchanges Volume and Variation

The major cryptocurrency exchanges, including Binance, Binance US, Bitfinex, Bybit, Coinbase, Crypto.com, Gate.io, Kraken, KuCoin, and OKX, have experienced varying trading volumes in the past 24 hours. The data suggests fluctuations in trading activity, with some exchanges showing increases while others have experienced slight decreases. It is essential to closely monitor trading volumes on these exchanges as they can influence price movements and market sentiment.

DateExchangeVolumeVariation
2024-10-17 00:00:00Binance231,127-26.48%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Binance314,37518.53%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Binance265,23392.35%
2024-10-17 00:00:00Binance US127-30.98%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Binance US1840.00%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Binance US184166.67%
2024-10-17 00:00:00Bitfinex3,12810.76%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Bitfinex2,82419.41%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Bitfinex2,36544.12%
2024-10-17 00:00:00Bybit57,942-25.23%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Bybit77,49215.71%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Bybit66,97187.89%
2024-10-17 00:00:00Coinbase35,829-15.19%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Coinbase42,24712.32%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Coinbase37,614166.14%
2024-10-17 00:00:00Crypto.com75,562-19.51%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Crypto.com93,882-2.66%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Crypto.com96,451110.81%
2024-10-17 00:00:00Gate.io25,855-41.31%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Gate.io44,05044.27%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Gate.io30,53262.22%
2024-10-17 00:00:00Kraken10,785-28.34%
2024-10-16 00:00:00Kraken15,05010.36%
2024-10-15 00:00:00Kraken13,637191.64%
2024-10-17 00:00:00KuCoin10,013-25.39%
2024-10-16 00:00:00KuCoin13,420-0.86%
2024-10-15 00:00:00KuCoin13,536103.06%
2024-10-17 00:00:00OKX32,213-30.95%
2024-10-16 00:00:00OKX46,6494.24%
2024-10-15 00:00:00OKX44,750164.93%

Mining – Blockchain Technology

Mining activity in the cryptocurrency market, as represented by the mining difficulty, number of blocks mined, block rewards, and hash rate, remains relatively stable in the past 24 hours. The mining difficulty has not shown significant variations, indicating a steady computational mining capacity. The number of blocks mined and block rewards have maintained consistent figures. However, there has been a slight fluctuation in the hash rate, signifying some adjustments in the computational power dedicated to mining. These metrics provide insights into the ongoing mining operations and the overall network security of cryptocurrencies.

Item2024-10-172024-10-162024-10-152024-10-142024-10-132024-10-122024-10-11
Difficulty92.05T92.05T92.05T92.05T92.05T92.05T92.05T
Difficulty Variation0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
Blocks865.97K865.83K865.67K865.53K865.39K865.25K865.11K
Blocks Variation0.02%0.02%0.02%0.02%0.02%0.02%0.02%
Reward BTC3.133.133.133.133.133.133.13
Reward BTC Variation0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
Hash Rate GB650.25B714.92B631.55B636.63B646.00B646.00B714.92B
Hash Rate GB Variation-9.05%13.20%-0.80%-1.45%0.00%-9.64%22.97%

Conclusion

In conclusion, the cryptocurrency market is currently experiencing a neutral to slightly upward trend, supported by positive developments such as the launch of Wrapped Bitcoin (KBTC) and considerations for a Dogecoin ETF. However, caution is advised due to potential volatility and recent cybersecurity-related news. Monitoring key indicators, market sentiment, and significant news events can help inform investment decisions. Furthermore, paying attention to technological advancements, regulatory developments, and the overall global economic landscape can provide valuable insights into the future direction of the cryptocurrency market.

So What

The current state of the cryptocurrency market has practical implications for traders and investors. With the market showing a neutral to slightly upward trend, it may present opportunities for profit-taking and strategic investments. However, it is crucial to remain cautious and consider risk management strategies due to potential volatility and the presence of negative news. Staying informed about market sentiment, industry developments, and regulatory changes is essential to navigate this evolving landscape effectively.

What next?

Looking forward, it is important to closely monitor any further developments in terms of market sentiment, regulatory actions, technological advancements, and economic indicators. These factors will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the cryptocurrency market. Additionally, traders and investors should stay vigilant and adapt their strategies accordingly to manage risk effectively. By staying informed and remaining adaptable, market participants can position themselves for potential opportunities and mitigate potential risks in the dynamic cryptocurrency market.

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