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Can crypto recover from its $2.6T market cap wipeout? If not, what’s next?

Cryptocurrency markets are entering Q3 under significant pressure, with the total market cap falling from a record $4.7 trillion to around $2.05 trillion. Macroeconomic uncertainty, a strengthening U.S. dollar, and rising Treasury yields are driving a flight to safety, dampening investor appetite for risk assets like crypto. This negative backdrop is compounded by weak crypto-specific fundamentals, including a sharp decline in DeFi Total Value Locked (TVL) from $115 billion to $70 billion and a record number of hacks resulting in major losses. With technical indicators and market performance lagging behind other asset classes like the NASDAQ, the outlook for a recovery in Q3 appears increasingly bearish.

ambcrypto1h ago

Can crypto recover from its $2.6T market cap wipeout? If not, what’s next?

ambcrypto1h ago

The dollar is weakening – The next crypto rally might start from Japan

The article discusses how the weakening US dollar, combined with Japan's rising bond yields, could trigger the next cryptocurrency rally. Japan's 10-year bond yield has reached a multi-decade high of 2.42%, signaling persistent inflation and potential monetary tightening by the Bank of Japan. This has caused the yen to stabilize after a period of weakness, impacting the JPY/USD pair. Concurrently, cooling US Treasury yields are contributing to a softer US Dollar Index (DXY). Historically, a weaker dollar leads investors to rotate capital from traditional safe-haven assets into riskier ones like crypto, seeking higher returns. Analysts, including Peter Schiff, suggest an overvalued dollar could be a key catalyst for capital flowing into crypto markets. The convergence of these factors—rising Japanese yields reshaping global capital flows and a softening dollar—creates a favorable macro environment for a potential crypto market rally.

ambcrypto04/07 15:28

The dollar is weakening – The next crypto rally might start from Japan

ambcrypto04/07 15:28

Gold breaks KEY support with 3.7% drop – Will crypto face pressure next?

The latest inflation report, with February's hotter-than-expected PPI, triggered a 3.7% drop in gold, breaking key support. This sell-off is attributed to a stronger U.S. dollar and rising Treasury yields, making traditional safe havens more attractive. Historically, a stronger DXY negatively impacts risk assets like crypto. Bitcoin is currently stagnant near $70k with negative funding rates and declining capital inflows, indicating a bearish bias. The falling Coinbase Premium Index and increased short positions suggest a crypto downturn may already be priced in, especially given macro pressures and the historical inverse correlation between DXY and BTC.

ambcrypto03/21 05:19

Gold breaks KEY support with 3.7% drop – Will crypto face pressure next?

ambcrypto03/21 05:19

Stronger US Dollar and Weakening Cryptocurrencies, Also Extends to Gold

The US dollar has gained strength, with the US Dollar Index rising 0.11% in a single day. This has coincided with a downturn in cryptocurrencies, with the total market cap falling 3.06% to $2.19 trillion and Bitcoin dropping below $64,000. The precious metal gold also declined, slipping over 1% in value. Major US stock indexes, including the Nasdaq and Dow, fell as well. Analysts attribute these market movements to factors such as geopolitical tensions, macroeconomic shifts, and investor uncertainty. However, these effects are believed to be short-term and may reverse as conditions stabilize.

TheNewsCrypto02/24 11:12

Stronger US Dollar and Weakening Cryptocurrencies, Also Extends to Gold

TheNewsCrypto02/24 11:12

Is Russia’s return to the dollar a hidden bullish signal for Bitcoin?

Geopolitical tensions and risk aversion have pressured markets, erasing $120 billion recently. Bitcoin (BTC) fell 1.2%, while gold and the S&P 500 also declined. A Bloomberg report suggested Russia may be shifting back to using the U.S. dollar for settlements, potentially strengthening the DXY. A stronger dollar could make bonds more attractive, reducing Bitcoin's appeal as a risk asset. However, sentiment, rather than technical structure, appears to be driving Bitcoin's price. Despite steady accumulation by large holders near the $60k support level, institutional demand remains fragile with continued ETF outflows. A potential U.S.-Russia economic partnership could improve market sentiment, which may prove more influential for Bitcoin's trajectory than chart patterns.

ambcrypto02/13 09:37

Is Russia’s return to the dollar a hidden bullish signal for Bitcoin?

ambcrypto02/13 09:37

Fed’s March rate cut could push the U.S. dollar down 10% – Is crypto at risk?

The U.S. dollar (DXY) has been declining, falling 9.4% in 2025 and another 1.4% in early 2026, returning to 2022 levels—a year marked by a 65% crypto market crash. This year, crypto has already dropped 24%, reflecting investor caution tied to the dollar's performance. Expectations of a March Fed rate cut have risen, with probability increasing to 21.2%, potentially driving the DXY down another 10%. While a weaker dollar typically benefits risk assets like crypto, record U.S. debt payments and China's Treasury sell-offs are creating liquidity stress. These factors may offset positive effects of rate cuts, posing headwinds for crypto's H2 rally despite potential dollar weakness.

ambcrypto02/12 00:02

Fed’s March rate cut could push the U.S. dollar down 10% – Is crypto at risk?

ambcrypto02/12 00:02

Weakened Dollar and Crypto Market to be Tested Following a Lost Grip

The US Dollar is weakening against major currencies like the Japanese Yen and Australian Dollar ahead of key employment data release on Wednesday. USD/JPY fell 0.75% to 153.4810 while USD/AUD dropped 0.54% to 1.4058. The crypto market declined 2.76% overall, with a total market cap of $2.28 trillion. Major losses were seen across all segments, with BNB dropping 5.49%, meme coins TRUMP and BONK falling 4.75% and 3.64% respectively, and AI token TAO plunging 6.34%. Both markets face testing factors including upcoming US employment and inflation data scheduled for Wednesday and Friday, which will be crucial indicators for market direction.

TheNewsCrypto02/11 12:33

Weakened Dollar and Crypto Market to be Tested Following a Lost Grip

TheNewsCrypto02/11 12:33

DXY posts worst run in 8 years – So why isn’t Bitcoin rocketing?

The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) posted its worst performance in eight years, declining 9.4% in 2025 and continuing to weaken in 2026. Historically, such dollar weakness has been a strong catalyst for Bitcoin rallies, as seen in 2017 and 2020. However, despite this favorable backdrop, Bitcoin has not surged as expected. While former President Trump supports a weaker dollar to boost exports and economic growth, and continues pushing for rate cuts, the Fed has maintained rates, emphasizing data-driven policy. Additionally, Bitcoin's Long-Term Holders (LTHs) have been offloading BTC at the fastest pace in four months, indicating skepticism toward the DXY-Bitcoin correlation. Rising inflation risks may further undermine the rate-cut narrative, leading investors to seek safer assets instead of Bitcoin.

ambcrypto01/29 11:01

DXY posts worst run in 8 years – So why isn’t Bitcoin rocketing?

ambcrypto01/29 11:01

Bitcoin gains after Jerome Powell warns of Fed ‘intimidation’ – Here’s why

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell publicly criticized political pressure from President Trump, calling a DoJ probe into the Fed a "pretext" and vowing to resist intimidation. Analysts suggest that compromised Fed independence could boost demand for safe-haven assets like Bitcoin and gold. Following Powell’s remarks, BTC rose from $90.5k to over $91k. Historical patterns show that similar political tensions in 2025 triggered rallies in Bitcoin and gold. Experts warn that the escalating conflict may increase market volatility but could ultimately benefit Bitcoin as an emerging store of value, especially if the White House pushes for rate cuts and stimulus measures.

ambcrypto01/13 14:31

Bitcoin gains after Jerome Powell warns of Fed ‘intimidation’ – Here’s why

ambcrypto01/13 14:31

Bitcoin ‘never crossed’ $100K if adjusted for inflation, says Alex Thorn

Alex Thorn, head of research at Galaxy, states that Bitcoin never reached $100,000 when adjusted for inflation. Although BTC hit a nominal all-time high of over $126,000 in October, its inflation-adjusted peak in 2020 dollars was $99,848. This calculation accounts for the decline in the U.S. dollar's purchasing power, which has fallen approximately 20% since 2020, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The CPI shows prices are now 1.25 times higher than in 2020. The report highlights the accelerated decline of the U.S. dollar in 2025, with the Dollar Currency Index (DXY) falling 11% this year, contributing to the popularity of the "debasement trade" where investors seek assets that retain value as fiat currency weakens.

cointelegraph12/24 03:38