The crypto fear and greed index uses social signals and trends to score the overall sentiment of the cryptocurrency market. 

Like all indexes, the fear and greed index crypto style builds its rating from various data sources to provide a single figure between 1 and 100. This metric is a popular tool in the arsenal used by cryptocurrency traders and investors looking to determine whether it is a good time to make their moves in the market. 

The index provides four categories depending on the score. These are: 

- 0-24 Extreme Fear (orange) 

- 25-49 Fear (amber/yellow) 

- 50-74 Greed (light green) 

- 75-100 Extreme Greed (green) 

As anyone who has invested or attempted to trade crypto will know, cryptocurrency is often subject to high levels of volatility. Emotions can get the better of investors. People often rush in to trade for fear of missing out (FOMO), getting greedy when prices ascend or panic selling when prices drop. 

Managing emotions is key to becoming a successful trader. The fear and greed index crypto assessment can be a helpful tool to accomplish that. 

By analysing available information, traders can remove emotion and make smarter decisions. When conditions are categorised as 'Extreme Fear', it is often a good time to buy. Conversely, when the indicator shows 'Extreme Greed', it is often a good time to sell. The[ indicator ](https://alternative.me/crypto/fear-and-greed-index/)is easy to find through a simple Google search or by accessing its [Twitter feed.](https://twitter.com/BitcoinFear) 

## Final score 

The index is calculated and managed by [Alternative.me](https://alternative.me/) and uses a range of sources to determine its score. Volatility, market momentum/volume, social media sentiment, market dominance, and trends are all used to help determine the final score. 

- Volatility – the rate of change between buy and sell pressure. A rise in the volatility rate usually signals the start of fear in the market. 

- Market momentum/volume – market momentum is used in conjunction with the rate of current volume. If volume begins to outpace the current momentum, then the market is becoming too greedy. 

- Social media sentiment – by using a tool like the Twitter Sentiment Analysis Tool, high interaction rates can be identified, and greedy behaviour can be avoided. 

- Market dominance – when Bitcoin dominance starts to rise, it is generally accepted that this signals that wise money is moving to the safer haven of the number one cryptocurrency. Conversely, when Bitcoin dominance begins to fall, this is seen as a good time to move your capital into more risk-on altcoins. 

- Trends – the fear and greed index crypto assessment uses data from Google Trends to calculate how many people are searching for cryptocurrency information. Terms such as 'Is Bitcoin a scam?' are viewed as bearish indicators, whereas 'What will the price of Bitcoin be in 2030?' are considered bullish. 

## Effectiveness 

The chart below shows how accurate and effective the fear and greed index crypto assessment can be. 

![histogram of world news](https://s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/prod-monitalks-media/Screenshot_2023_05_02_at_09_10_45_4c10bab5ce.png)

As you can see, the index lives most of its time in the greed area and rarely drops into fear for more than a month. It also demonstrates how crypto sentiment closely correlates with the macroeconomic situation. 

The lowest level sentiment fell to was immediately after the first Covid impact in March 2020 as worldwide financial markets sold off to protect their investments. Little more than a year later, we saw the index reach its highest point in February 2021 and the beginning of the DeFi summer. 

This chart shows that although situations can change overnight, when the indicator shows greed or extreme greed, it tends to stay in that area for extended periods. Overall, I believe this chart shows that the general sentiment for crypto has been pretty healthy for the past two years. 

However, many investors view the fear and greed index as only a short-term indicator rather than a long-term analysis forecast. This is mainly due to its reliance on news events and short-term fluctuations. This probably explains why the tool is more popular among traders than long-term investors. 

## Emotions 

As mentioned above, anyone involved with crypto trading or investing will understand how volatile the market can be. Unless we are careful, we may become exposed to the dreaded emotional roller-coaster. 

Not much imagination is required to understand that this is not the best place to be. So, one of the more common questions people ask me is, how do we control our emotions when trading? 

The advice I will share is to always consider and reconsider before making any market moves. When you think that [the average price prediction for Bitcoin by 2030 is $500,000](https://www.cnbc.com/cryptoworld/?&qsearchterm=cryptocurrency), it becomes clear that this market still has plenty of room for upward movement. 

Therefore, I think long and slow moves are best, if any at all. However, here are some of the best ways I find to remove the emotion from your financial decision-making: 

Diversify – a diversified portfolio is often the best way to deal with the peaks and troughs of long-term investing, and it is no different with cryptocurrency. 

Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) – dollar cost averaging will remove much of the strain associated with trying to time market tops and bottoms. This is one of the most powerful ways to remove emotion from the game. Just set up a recurring payment and focus on the long term. 

Be fearful when others are greedy – according to the 'Oracle of Omaha' Warren Buffet, it pays to be fearful when others are exhibiting greed and to be greedy when the market is full of fear. This is good advice, but in practice a lot harder to perfect than it might seem. 

As you can see, the fear and greed index is a handy tool that can greatly impact your trading and investing decisions. Used in conjunction with other technical analysis, it can radically change your investment decision-making. 

However, as with any form of investing, it is imperative that you conduct due diligence before making any financial decisions. 

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Fear and Greed Crypto Index: Is It Effective?

A [Bitcoin](/news/article/forked-bitcoin-ordinals-brought-to-litecoin) rally in the trading week of 13 to 17 March saw the cryptocurrency bring around 20% in gains to investors, data from [crypto](/news/article/silvergate-bank-crisis-sees-crypto-tank) price tracker CoinMarketCap showed. 

As of 09:30 UTC on Friday, BTC was exchanging hands for [$26,085.37](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/bitcoin/historical-data/). It reached a weekly high price of $26,514.72 on 14 March after opening the week at $22,156.41. 

The substantial increment in price has seen the largest digital asset by market capitalization spike by 60% year-to-date (YTD) from the year's opening price of $16,547.91.

## Bitcoin rally attributed to convulsions in banking sector and interest rate cuts

The cryptocurrency industry is largely affected by events in the banking sector as well as activities by the Federal Reserve in the US.
Reports of a collapse of three regional lenders in the US and liquidity problems at Credit Suisse Group AG are leading to expectations of an end to the monetary tightening that destabilized the decentralized finance industry in 2022.

According to many industry experts, the renewed interest in BTC reinforces the digital currency's dual role as a credible risk asset and a hedge against inflation.

Amid the Russia/Ukraine crisis, the Federal Reserve consistently hiked interest rates, leading to a demand for government bills and bonds. This did not augur well for the digital currency market, which has thrived on offering its stakeholders above-average annual percentage yield (APYs). This contributed to the market's nosedive for the majority of 2022.

Multiple reports point out that the Feds will pause interest rate hikes by the summer of 2023 and begin cutting the federal-fund rates around the end of 2023. This anticipation has also played a role in the significant ascension of the cryptocurrency.  

## Bitcoin dominance pushes the crypto market above $1.1 trillion

The crypto market has seen a trading volume of approximately $69 billion in the past 24 hours. This has taken its capitalization to $1.12 trillion.

Despite a fall in its historic values, BTCs fully diluted market capitalization of around $552 billion sees it control 45% of this market. In second place is the native asset of Ethereum, Ether (ETH), which has an 18% crypto market share.


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Bitcoin Rally Sees Almost 20% Gain This Week 

BTC has improved its value by 11% over the past 24 hours, according to data from Asia trading. This increase has effectively erased all losses suffered over 10-12 March, 2023. [Multiple reports](https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/03/14/bitcoin-crosses-247k-sees-highest-liquidations-in-two-months/) say the price spike is due to [Bitcoin](/news/article/forked-bitcoin-ordinals-brought-to-litecoin) liquidations emanating from betting on the decline of cryptocurrency prices after [Silvergate Bank](/news/article/silvergate-bank-crisis-sees-crypto-tank) and other crypto-related financial institutions fell into crisis last week. 

Overall, more than $100 million in BTC shorts (in trading, shorting refers to selling, while long means buying) were liquidated on 13 March. While this figure looks like a significant sum, it is nowhere near the 14 January Bitcoin liquidations, which saw around $500 million cleared from several crypto futures. 

[Cryptocurrency futures](https://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/012215/how-invest-bitcoin-exchange-futures.asp) constitute an agreement between two parties to buy and sell an agreed amount of a particular crypto asset at a future price within a given timeframe.

## Bitcoin liquidations lead to a year-high trading volume 

As exchanges such as [Binance](/news/article/binance-us-cleared-to-buy-voyager), Bybit, Huobi, and OKX spread losses from the liquidations, interest in BTC rose as many traders saw a positive signal from the crypto market activity.

By the close of Monday, 13 March, BTC recorded a trading volume of approximately [$49.5 billion](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/bitcoin/historical-data/), the year's high and the largest since November 2022.

Overall, the crypto economy has been on a rebound in 2023. As always, the first digital currency has made up for gains lost during 2022 when it was crippled by Russia/Ukraine crisis, rising interest rates which led to renewed interest in government bonds and bills, and, of course, the crash of TerraUSD (UST). As of 10:00 UTC, BTC was up 48% year-to-date (YTD).

Despite the ups and downs of the crypto market, analyst Freddie Max at [Price Prediction.net](https://priceprediction.net/en/price-prediction/bitcoin) foresees BTC climbing to an average price of $31,243, testing the smallest possible price of $30,356, and reaching the best possible price of $34,916 by the end of the year.


Bitcoin Liquidations Spark Price Spike 

Bitcoin (BTC) had a significant price increase at the start of the new year.

However, some experts are still determining if the cryptocurrency will maintain its upward trend in the near to medium term. The significant price increase of BTC, with 14 consecutive days of price rises earlier this month, has [sparked debate](https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-price-surge-breakthrough-or-bull-trap-pundits-weigh-in) among many as to whether it marks a significant "breakthrough" or is simply a [Bitcoin](/news/article/bitcoin-surge-hits-new-heights) bull trap.

## Experts opinions on the potential for a Bitcoin bull trap

On January 23, James Edwards, a cryptocurrency analyst from the Australian fintech company Finder, told Cointelegraph that the possibility of a "bull trap" is increasing and that the recent surge in the market could be temporary. He explained that as a result, we would see more companies selling off assets as they try to manage their debt by releasing tokens onto the market and remaining financially stable.

Edwards stated that several significant obstacles must be overcome before a new bull market in cryptocurrency can start.

According to Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Commodity Strategist Mike McGlone, the primary obstacle for Bitcoin and cryptocurrency prices is the global economic recession and tightening policies by central banks. He also stated that the macroeconomic ebbing tide is still the primary headwind for Bitcoin and crypto prices.

On January 21, cryptocurrency analyst and swing trader "Capo of Crypto" warned his 710,000 Twitter followers that the past push resistance for [BTC](/news/article/scaramucci-bitcoin-price-prediction) looked like "the biggest bull trap" he has ever seen.

IncomeSharks has a positive outlook, and they shared a chart titled "Wall St. Cheat Sheet" to its 379,300 Twitter followers on January 22, mocking those who believe that the recent price movements are a sign of a "bull trap".

Recently, Sem Agterberg, the CEO and co-founder of CryptoSea, suggested a possible "Bull Flag Breakout" towards $25,000 may be imminent. His series of [tweets](https://twitter.com/rovercrc/status/1616528285164343297) expressed a bullish sentiment toward BTC price action.

Some individuals have chosen not to predict the future price of Bitcoin due to the market's volatility.

## What does the Fear and Greed Index say?

According to [Alternative.me](https://alternative.me/crypto/fear-and-greed-index/), the current value of Bitcoin (BTC) is $22,738 and the Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index is at a neutral level with a score of 50 out of 100. On January 13, the cryptocurrency broke away from the "Fear" zone, recorded at 31, as the BTC price rose for seven consecutive days.


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Bitcoin Bull or Bubble? The Debate

Markets are unpredictable: they can shoot up and go down quickly. This constant change is referred to as bull and bear markets. To put it simply, markets that are experiencing steady and sustained growth are bull markets. Markets experiencing a noticeable decline are known as bear markets.

The bull and bear have become quite symbolic in the investing world as they make it easier to note which markets are up and down. A common misconception about the bull and bear market terms is that they are only used when referring to the stock market. Bull and bear are used to note the conditions of almost every market, such as real estate and cryptocurrency.

## What is a bull market?

The [market for cryptocurrency](/news/article/crypto-impact) is majorly influenced by the general population. A bull market is when the price trends are going upward. In other words, a bull market occurs when investment prices keep rising for a sustained period. The majority is investing and the demand is higher than the supply. Confidence is soaring.

When a market price is seen quickly rising, one can conclude that this indicates the investors are optimistic or "bullish". If the price continues to go up, it may be the start of a bull market. When investors are bullish about a market, that is, they are confident that the price trend will continue to go up, they are known as "bulls". This causes more investors to come in, and the prices continue to rise.

When it comes to [cryptocurrency](/news/article/crypto-invest-strategy), the market is heavily influenced by the public. Public confidence in a cryptocurrency or a market is seen as an asset. Some investors use a strategy to observe optimism known as "market sentiment".

The thing about a bull market is that no matter what, the prices don't continue to go up forever. At some point, investors start to lose confidence and the prices start to go down. Some dips and fluctuations don't automatically mean that the market is not bull anymore. In fact, it is normal to have fluctuations even during a bullish period.

What marks the bull market ending and the beginning of a bear one is when there is a sharp decline in the price. This is when investors are not confident in the market anymore and the prices continue to fall.

## What is a bear market?

Contrary to a bull market, a bear market occurs when investor confidence is slow, and supply outweighs demand causing the prices to go on a downward trend. Investors who are pessimistic about the price trend and believe that the prices will continue falling during this period are known as "bears". It can be challenging to invest during this time because no one can tell when the bear trend will end.

This is due to reasons including economic growth, unforeseen circumstances, investor psychology, and more. A market is only considered to be bear when prices fall more than 20% for a sustained period. Bear markets can last very long, even years. During this time, investors usually look to sell for cash and security. This creates a seller market which contributes to bear market trends.

## Bull and bear - where should you invest?

As discussed above, there are several differences between bull and bear markets. Therefore, the investment strategies for both are also wildly different from one another.

Having a higher allocation of stocks during the bull market period is considered to be better because there is a potential for high returns. One can also capitalize easily in the bull market period by buying the rising stocks or, in this case, cryptocurrency, early and then selling before they hit their peak. This allows investors to gain more capital at a faster pace.

Alternatively, investing in a bear market requires investors to have more of a longer-term [investment strategy](/news/article/crypto-invest-strategy). Like the bull market, the bear market also doesn't last forever. So, when one invests in a bear market, they can typically profit a lot and get high returns on their investments when the cycle goes back to normal. 

Moreover, investors should also be on the lookout for temporary or short spikes if they are looking to sell early.

As an investor, one can use different bull and bear investment strategies like [short selling](https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/short-selling/), where investors bet on where the asset price will start to fall. In the crypto world, many investors use the dollar-cost averaging strategy. This is where they continue to invest a certain amount of money every week or month, no matter the price trend.

In either case, bull and bear markets will continue to happen. How one invests during this period largely depends on the investor. If someone is looking for short-term profits, the bear market is the way to go and vice versa.


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Bull and Bear Markets - What to Know

In this article, we'll look at the latest Shiba Inu news. Before we do, let's understand what we're talking about. SHIB is a decentralised cryptocurrency founded in 2020 by an anonymous individual Ryoshi.

The SHIB is an Ethereum-based ERC-20 coin designed to compete directly with Dogecoin. The coin does not support smart contracts and has no assets backing it. It can, however, be passed from one user to another.

The latest [Shiba Inu](/news/article/shiba-inu-coin-burn) news reveals that the coin's price could [rise by nearly 150%](https://cointelegraph.com/news/shiba-inu-price-drops-to-record-low-vs-dogecoin-will-history-repeat-with-a-150-rally) compared to its top memecoin rival, Dogecoin, in the coming months, as per technical fractal.

## SHIB sets a new low against DOGE

The bullish setup appears as the SHIB/DOGE pair has recovered slightly after falling to 0.0000841 – its lowest level ever – on 1 November. Since November 2021, the price level has coincided with a descending trendline that has supported the pair.

For example, Shiba Inu's previous drop to the trendline occurred in May 2022, followed by a 100% recovery rally in the following three months. Similarly, the SHIB/DOGE pair recovered by more than 50% in less than a month in January 2022.

Interestingly for followers of Shiba Inu news, all of the SHIB/DOGE's rebound moves had their primary upside targets in the 0.0002186-0.0002536 range.

![Picture1 shib.png](https://s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/prod-monitalks-media/Picture1_shib_50fd8b246a.png)
 
If history repeats itself, SHIB could see a sharp bullish reversal versus DOGE, with the upside target in the 0.0002186-0.0002536 range. In other words, a 150% price increase by Q1 2023.

Furthermore, the pair's daily relative strength index (RSI) indicates extreme oversold conditions after falling to its lowest levels in history, implying that a rebound is imminent.

## SHIB price in the USD pair faces greater losses

More hints about an impending SHIB/DOGE pair rally can be found in how these [memecoins](/news/article/memecoins-whats-popular) have performed against the US dollar.

Notably, the [Dogecoin](/news/article/dogecoin-to-gbp) price increased by more than 100% in relation to the dollar in October as traders anticipated its potential integration into Twitter after [Elon Musk](/news/article/elon-musk-twitter-deal) completed his buyout of the social media giant.

Late in October, as a result, DOGE's daily RSI crossed over 95, making it the most overbought since April 2021. As of 3 November, the coin's technical condition was still overbought, suggesting that a price correction could occur soon.

To put it another way, by the end of 2022, [Dogecoin](/news/article/should-i-buy-dogecoin) could decline towards $0.055, or 60%, from current price levels.

On the other hand, Shiba Inu posted a 10.5% profit at the end of October, and, as of right now, its RSI is in the neutral 30-70 range, indicating less sell-side pressure than DOGE.

Based on recent fluctuations inside an ascending triangle range, a 10%–15% short-term price correction to $0.00001088 is still possible for the SHIB/USDT pair.

![Picture2 shib.png](https://s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/prod-monitalks-media/Picture2_shib_cca9687281.png)
 
However, a break below $0.00001088 raises the possibility of an ascending triangle breakdown.

When such breakdowns occur during a downtrend, the price is frequently driven to its maximum height.
In the event of a clear breakdown, Shiba Inu's price could plunge to $0.00000682, a 45% correction by Q1.



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Shiba Inu News: Will it Rise to 150%?

Following the fall of the [FTX](https://www.ft.com/content/5d826ca9-389e-41ec-a38b-da43211da974) exchange and the market instability, Bill Ackman, the hedge fund manager and investor, says he remains optimistic about cryptocurrencies.

In a recent Twitter thread, the founder and CEO of Pershing Square Capital Management [stated](https://twitter.com/BillAckman/status/1594456744851558402) that, despite current issues, crypto is here for the long run. However, he said there is a need to enhance regulation and eliminate fraudulent individuals from the industry.

## Who is Bill Ackman?  

Bill Ackman is a billionaire American investor who recently advocated for [eliminating regulatory barriers](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-02-09/bill-ackman-calls-on-new-york-to-remove-crypto-barriers) and relaxing laws in New York to turn the city into a crypto centre. He is also an active participant in several [cryptocurrency](https://cointelegraph.com/blockchain-for-beginners/what-is-a-cryptocurrency-a-beginners-guide-to-digital-money) initiatives.

He believes crypto will stay and can benefit society and substantially build the global economy with proper control and regulation. 
However, he claims that technology needs to improve to combat its capacity to be used to perpetrate fraud.

The issue is that dishonest promoters might generate tokens solely to facilitate pump-and-dump strategies. Some cryptocurrencies are utilised for fraudulent reasons rather than for [legal company development](/news/article/rishi-sunak-crypto-believer-uk-pm).

## Bill Ackman is no longer a crypto sceptic

The investor now sees crypto as having "the ability to help society and develop the global economy substantially". 
He added that it could enable the establishment of essential enterprises and technology that could not previously exist.

It can also incentivise venture participants to gain access to a global workforce to promote a project.

Ackman highlighted that appropriate regulation and oversight would be critical in moving the technology forward.

The hedge fund manager's tweet follows the [FTX crash](/news/article/gemini-crypto-exchange-falls-prey). According to sources, he congratulated former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried for admitting his faults in a tweet but afterward deleted it.

In his post, [the investor](https://www.theblock.co/post/188684/bill-ackman-says-crypto-is-here-to-say-but-highlights-a-curious-use-case) used Helium, a blockchain-based network, as a favourable example of cryptocurrency.


Bill Ackman Bullish on Crypto

The Bitcoin price rose by 7 percent on July 20, while Ether news now confirms its $1,500 level. The cryptocurrency market was bullish as the new day began, with Bitcoin (BTC) breaking the price zone of $23,000 while Ether (ETH) was successful in maintaining the price level of $1,500.

## Ethereum's Price Stabilization

The leading cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, increased in value by 7.6 percent, while Ethereum saw its value increase by 4 percent over the past day. According to data provided by CoinMarketCap, the prices of one bitcoin (BTC) and one ether (ETH) as of 12:12 p.m. Eastern Time were respectively $23,465 and $1,563.

The market capitalization of BTC controls increased to 42.98 percent, up from 41.31%, while the market capitalization of Ether decreased to 18.09 percent, down from 18.2 percent.

A survey conducted by CoinMarketCap projects that the price of one Ether will reach $2,765.93 by the end of July, while another survey projects that the price of the most popular cryptocurrency, BTC, will reach $33,267.03 by the same time period. In total, there were approximately 34,247 and 12,313 people who cast their votes, respectively.

On the other hand, according to the data compiled by PricePredictions, Bitcoin will be worth more than $35,213.01 in 2022, while Ether will be worth more than $2,345.58. The prices of the two tokens have significantly increased as a result of this development.

In April, Antoni Trenchev, the Chief Executive Officer of the cryptocurrency lending company Nexo, made a bullish prediction by stating that Bitcoin could reach $100,000 within the next year.

Cardano (ADA), Cosmos (ATOM), Flow (FLOW), [VeChain (VET)](/news/article/vechain-news), and Helium (HNT) were the top five cryptocurrencies by daily gain, increasing by 10.57 percent, 10 percent, 11.7 percent, and 10 percent, respectively.

Helium (HNT) was the top cryptocurrency by daily gain. As of 12:33 a.m. Eastern Time, the prices of these tokens were as follows: $0.5251, $10.28, $2.06, $0.0271, and $10.22.

As the prices of BTC and Ethereum continue to rise, more and more people are taking notice. Experts are making bullish predictions about the future of both currencies, with some saying that they could reach new heights shortly. Keep an eye on the Ethereum news now to stay up-to-date on all the latest developments in this exciting market! 

For more developments on the crypto news go to Latest Moni.


Ethereum news now confirms $1,500 price level

## Bullish or Gripped by Fear? A Guide to the Crypto Fear and Greed Index

Are you feeling confident or fearful when it comes to crypto investments? If you're unsure, don't worry - you're not alone. Sometimes, it's hard to predict whether the market is headed for bullish or bearish territory. That's where the [crypto Fear and Greed index ](https://edition.cnn.com/markets/fear-and-greed) comes in. This guide is all about this important market indicator.

## What is the Fear and Greed Index and How is it Calculated?

The crypto Fear and Greed Index was created to help crypto investors make better decisions. It does this by taking into account six different factors: volatility, social media, trends, Google search data, market momentum, and analyst ratings. Together, these factors give a good overview of how the market feels.
A high index value means that the market feels greed, while a low index value means that the market is feeling fear. The index is updated daily and can be a helpful tool for crypto investors who want to stay up-to-date with the latest market sentiment.

## How Does the Fear and Greed Index Fluctuate with the Market Conditions?

The Fear and Greed Index is a much-used tool for measuring market conditions. The index fluctuates between 0 and 100, with a reading of 0 indicating extreme fear and a reading of 100 displaying extreme greed. Readings below 20 are considered to be indicative of a bear market, while readings above 80 indicate a bull market.
The crypto Fear and Greed Index is of use to crypto investors. It can help them gauge market conditions and make informed investment decisions.

## What are Some Key Takeaways from the Fear and Greed Index Report?

The crypto Fear and Greed Index measures the level of fear and greed in the crypto market and provides valuable insights into market sentiment. The index is based on various factors, including social media activity, search engine data, and news stories. The index is updated daily, and investors can use it to gauge whether the market is feeling fear or greed.
Some of the key takeaways from the Fear and Greed Index report are that fear is currently dominating the market, and that investors are becoming increasingly worried about the future of crypto.
The index also shows that greed is slowly creeping back into the market, but it remains at fairly low levels. The report depicts a market that is cautious and fearful, but is gradually beginning to rebuild confidence.

## What is Causing Current Market Volatility and What Does it Mean for Investors?

The current market volatility is driven by several factors, including the crypto Fear and Greed Index. Crypto fear is the fear of missing out on the next big thing in the crypto world, and it's driving people to invest in new and unproven projects.
The greed index measures how much people are willing to pay for a given asset, and it's currently at an all-time high. This means that people are buying assets at unsustainable prices, and they're likely to pull out of the market as soon as they start seeing losses. This could lead to a sharp drop in prices, which would be bad news for investors.
Remember, though, that market volatility is normal and sharp downturns are often followed by periods of strong growth.
So, the long-term outlook for the market remains positive despite some likely bumps in the road.
The current market volatility is being caused, in part, by crypto fear. This is the fear of missing out on the next big crypto investment. As cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin have exploded in value, more and more people are looking to get in on the action. This has created a situation where there is more demand than supply, driving prices up.

However, this situation is not sustainable and, at some point, the market will correct itself. This could mean big losses for investors who are not prepared for it.
The other factor contributing to market volatility is the greed index. This is a measure of what investors are willing to pay for stocks relative to earnings.
When the greed index is high, investors are paying more for stocks than they are worth. This often happens before a market crash, as investors become overly optimistic about future growth. You can't truly predict the movements of the markets, but understanding the factors that contribute to volatility can help investors make better-informed decisions about when to buy and sell.
 
## Can Investors Use the Fear and Greed Index to Make Better Investment Decisions?

By taking into account the various indicators it is based on, the Fear and Greed Index provides a valuable measure of investor sentiment.
Investors can make use of the Fear and Greed Index to make better investment decisions. When the index is in "fear" mode, it may be a good time to buy crypto assets, as prices are likely to be low. Conversely, it may be a good time to sell when the index is in "greed" mode, as prices are likely to be high. Of course, no single tool can provide all the information necessary to make informed investment decisions, but the Fear and Greed Index can be a useful tool for crypto investors.
Hence, the crypto Fear and Greed Index is a helpful tool for crypto investors. It measures the market sentiment by taking account of news coverage, social media activity, and trading activity. By tracking these indicators, the index can help investors make better-informed decisions. For example, if the index shows that the market feels fearful, this may be a good time to buy. That is because prices are likely to increase when fear subsides.
Similarly, if the index indicates that the market is in a state of greed, this may be a good time to sell. That is because the index suggests that prices are likely to fall when greed recedes. While the index is not perfect, it can be a helpful tool for crypto investors who want to take advantage of market cycles.

## Other Factors Investors You Should Consider

When it comes to crypto investments, investors should consider a few factors. The first is the crypto Fear and Greed Index.
A second is the amount of institutional money flowing into the crypto market.
While crypto-assets are still largely unregulated, some big investors are beginning to take notice. The increasing institutional interest could help drive up prices in the long run.
Therefore, crypto investments are notoriously volatile, and investors should be aware of the associated risks before making any crypto investments.
Crypto investments should be considered in the context of a broader portfolio. Because they are so volatile, crypto-assets should not make up the entirety of an investment portfolio. It can offer the potential for high returns to those with risk tolerance.

## Conclusion and Final Thoughts

The crypto Fear and Greed Index can prove itself to be a valuable tool for crypto investors. It takes into account various indicators to provide a measure of investor sentiment. By tracking the index, investors can make better investment decisions.
When the index is in "fear" mode, it may be a good time to buy crypto assets, as prices are likely to be low. Similarly, when the index is in "greed" mode, it may be a good time to sell crypto assets, as prices are likely to be high.

However, crypto investments are notoriously volatile and risky. As such, investors should only allocate a small portion of their overall portfolio to crypto assets.


Crypto Fear and Greed Index: Bulls or Bears? 

Will the crypto market recover after crashing down in 2022? This article addresses the crucial topic that most people want to know. We also discuss when to expect bull-run crypto again. Let's start our analysis!
The current digital currencies crypto market situation is exactly the opposite of what heights it reached in 2021. [Bitcoin](/coins/btc) lost more than 60% of its price value from last year. Meanwhile, Ethereum, Binance Coin, Litecoin, Cardano, Doge, and others are red.

Besides, the Terra Luna crash has left a dreadful impact on the global crypto market. As a rising coin, Luna has flattened, and the stablecoin, UST, lost its peg. It has shaken the investor's trust in the crypto market. Overall, the crypto market is in a tailspin, with everyone having the same existential question: will crypto recover anytime soon?

To clarify the doubts, here are some insights into current crypto trends.

## Why is the Crypto Market Down Today?

Several social factors have influenced the recent crisis in the crypto market. Last year, it was Tesla’s pull-out from accepting payments in Bitcoins and China’s sanctions on crypto. But today, it is because of the Russia-Ukraine war and the looming fear of global inflation. Moreover, the debacle of the Terra Luna blockchain has also played its part in this downward trend.

Last year, despite the two happenings, various cryptocurrencies saw their all-time highs. But today, it isn't the case, as the investors' confidence in the market has sunk. Luna's crash resulted in the de-pegging of the stablecoin TerraUSD (UST), which was considered a safe bet for trading.

Besides, the fear of recession has kept people from investing in digital assets. [The inflation in the UK has reached a 40-year high](https://www.bbc.com/news/business-12196322) rate of 9% and is expected to be 10% in the coming months. Fuel and gas prices are also surging worldwide. In this scenario, people are more inclined to keep liquid assets or other risk-free assets.
 
## When Will the Crypto Market Go Bull Run?

The crypto predictions today depict quite a gloomy picture of the market. But, the one thing we can learn from the previous crypto market crashes is that they always result in some innovations in crypto and are part of the cleansing process of the market.

The cleansing of the system usually happens when it hits bottom. So, the question should not be ‘will crypto recover?’ Instead, it should be ‘when will crypto bull run again?’ To figure it out, you must watch Bitcoin closely, as its value directly affects other altcoins.

As of May 27, Bitcoin stands at $29,007.14 and is down by 2.25%. Since the start of the year, it has lost around 60% of its value. Some analysts like Tony Nyman from Informa Global Markets suggest that Bitcoin might fall under the $20,000 mark.

On the other hand, another analyst, Michaël van de Poppe, hoped that if Bitcoin showed resistance at $29.4K, it might make gains and reach the $32.8K mark. But, it is quite unlikely as Bitcoin has already fallen that mark.
According to some analysts, it might go down to as low as $8K by the end of 2022. Therefore, before we see a significant recovery, the crypto market will go through more bleeding to reach the bottom. Nevertheless, it is crucial to understand that the crypto market, like any other market, operates on the supply-demand, and its recovery will depend on it.

## Road Towards Sustainable Stability

The previous crypto market crashes show that there can be an increase in market capitalisation after the continuous downward trend. In addition, for the system’s stability, there is room for certain technological innovations that can overcome the existing drawbacks of the system.

For instance, the January 2018 crypto crash resulted in shaping the DeFi system in the crypto world. In the same way, the current market crash can help us establish a secure blockchain for stable coins, which will resolve the issue of high volatility in the market.

It is exactly what the Chief Marketing Officer of Coinbase, Kate Rouch, has pointed out in a recent blog.

So, as we observed the failure of a stable coin, the current downward trend might bring up better and more secure projects. Moreover, when the market hits bottom, it can naturally wipe out the Ponzi scheme-based projects that run on faulty algorithms.

A market collapse is also a good reminder for crypto investors to educate themselves about the current trends and make informed decisions. As an investor in the current crypto winter, you should take a step backwards and study the blockchain systems before investing money in any.

After all, it gives you another crucial lesson not putting all your eggs in one basket. You must not risk all your life investments on one single token. Instead, it is better to accumulate and trade side by side.


Will Crypto Recover? When to Expect a Bull Run

COTI crypto (“currency of the Internet”), a Layer-1 platform that operates on the Proof-of-Trust (PoT) consensus, has recently turned bullish and left everybody asking – for how long?

As the first enterprise-grade blockchain platform for payments, COTI integrates a so-called directed acyclic graph (DAG) data structure with the demands linked with traditional finance, such as fees, latency, and so on. A DAG is a data structure that enables more efficient and scalable transactions. 

Here, each transaction is confirmed by two previous transactions. It makes a more efficient, transparent, and, therefore, safer network of trust than a traditional blockchain.

## Why is COTI trending?

According to [CoinMarketCap](https://coinmarketcap.com/), COTI crypto is currently trading at $0.19 with a volume of $22,185,025 over a day. However, not long ago, COTI recorded a price of $0.33 and analytics claimed this was only the beginning. During the last month, COTI crypto has witnessed both plunges and jumps, demonstrating the token's volatility. There are good reasons to watch this cryptocurrency.

The first one includes expecting the forthcoming MultiDAG 2.0-layer launch. This will enable the COTI protocol to develop the new tokens on top of its Trustchain. This will also ensure that the COTI mainnet creates a governance token for COTI’s treasury. This new token will act as one more enterprise-driven token built on its Trustchain.

Another reason for its rally is its announced partnership with Cardano’s first NFT Gaming platform dubbed Revelar.

This cooperation includes Revelar implementing COTI stablecoin Djed to ensure a more secure and balanced way to buy and sell NFT game assets on the Revelar platform. Moreover, the Djed stablecoin will ensure the COTI’s presence in new tokenomic models.

Revalar’s integration with Djed is only a part of a bigger plan to create new NFT payment options, such as fiat-backed payment integrations to Cardano.

Shahaf Bar-Geffen, CEO of COTI, said that “by integrating Djed to their platform, Revlar is giving their developers and gamers more stable payment options".

## COTI price performance

COTI crypto's uniqueness lies in the fact that it consistently pays for all the features and makes sure both buyers and sellers are protected within a stable framework. This allows COTI to save time and increase processing speed.

According to CoinMarketCap, COTI crypto rose by 1.77% at the time of writing, with a live market cap of US$199,294,662 and 1,05B COTI coins in circulation.

As we already mentioned, COTI operates a cross-chain bridge and, through reproducing, the bridge constantly processes delayed transactions involving ERC-20 and COTI native tokens.

COTI crypto has been trading almost at a similar price as the ERC-20 version. Both tokens were listed on some of the biggest exchanges, such as Crypto.com, Celsius, Huobi, 1inch, and Coinbase. This also triggered the price surge.

Analysts say that the community built around COTI and Cardano also boosted trading volumes, seeing an almost twentyfold rise since last June.

With these metrics in mind, the conclusion stands that the COTI crypto race won’t be coming to its end anytime soon.

More [Business & Markets news](/news/category/crypto-business-news).


COTI Crypto: Bullish Trend Coming?

## Are we on the brink of another crypto market crash?

Anyone following Bitcoin clearly remembers the 2017 craze when the strongest cryptocurrency reached a record of almost $20,000.

Sure, it was a fruitful year for most ICOs and wannabe entrepreneurs who wanted to get rich in no time. However, as it usually happens, the ICO bubble had to pop. At the beginning of 2018, the crypto market crash became inevitable.

In 2019, the CEO of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, announced that the biggest social network would enter the crypto space with its own project called Libra. Even though the idea sounded lucrative, many big names started backing out as the US Congress expressed concerns about the lack of regulation within the sector. The price of [Bitcoin](/coins/btc) then went down by more than 30%, below $10,000, followed by other cryptocurrencies. Analysts called it "a period of indecision," and investors hoped that Facebook's entry would bring greater legitimacy to the cryptospace. Even though Facebook changed its name to [Meta](https://about.facebook.com/) at the beginning of 2022, it doesn’t seem the social network affected crypto prices during the period to come.

## Fear of a Crypto Market Crash

Price changes usually depend on other circumstances such as recession, inflation, the geopolitical situation, pandemics, US regulatory actions, and so on. In 2020, Bitcoin jumped to a new record, following the government's stimulus packages to boost countries' economies during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Despite Bitcoin being on its way to becoming a hedge against inflation, it still isn't seen as a safe haven such as real estate or gold. That is why we are witnessing the price of Bitcoin moving along with the US dollar and the overall stock market.
We have often witnessed a situation when new short-term investors start to panic and decide to sell their holdings and, therefore, contribute to the drop in Bitcoin’s value. On the other hand, a crypto market crash can happen when so-called "whales" are involved. Holders with a significant amount of Bitcoin can temporarily affect Bitcoin's price if they make large buyings or sales.

## Crypto Market Crash Inevitable?

2022 started badly for Bitcoin and other cryptos even though the number one cryptocurrency was still 500% up since the end of 2019, primarily thanks to the US Government's COVID-19 stimulus.

The total market cap plunged by more than $300 million since the beginning of the year. This was chiefly due to record inflation and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, leading many investors to worry that a crypto market crash may be inevitable.
At the time of writing, Bitcoin stood at around $46,115 and headed towards a traditionally bullish April. The data shows that during the last six years, April was an extremely good month for crypto, as some speculate it's a psychological paradox connected to the spring optimism.

However, a seasonally bullish April could turn positive for Bitcoin even in the long term, together with stock markets.
The first all-spring month means most of the winter debts have been paid off, and buyers are in the mood to buy on a decline.

Still, there is a reason why a crypto market crash could soon be happening. US investors started to pull out of crypto, liquidating over $101 million worth of Bitcoin and approximately $151 million from Ethereum.
 
 



Crypto Market Crash: Bull April Suggests No Fear

This article presents the top five promising cryptocurrencies to buy before getting on the bullish run in 2022.

With the integration of blockchain technology, the highly volatile cryptocurrency market is growing tremendously throughout the global financial world.
 
The top cryptocurrencies are still holding on to their positions.

Since the worldwide cryptocurrency market is expected to hit US $1.8 billion in 2027, at a 10% CAGR (compound annual growth rate), some propitious cryptocurrencies are ready to shoot a bull market soon. Crypto investors should understand the term "bullish run" as they manage digital currencies to drive significant profit in wallets. So, let's find out some of the top cryptocurrencies to invest in before they get on the bullish run in 2022.

## What does the term “bullish run” mean for cryptocurrencies?

A crypto bull run or bullish run is the term used when the prices of any crypto asset are stable and consistently rising. This is when crypto investors express a great interest in a digital currency or asset and call it a peak time for the consecutive long rise for a lengthy period.
 
## Top five cryptocurrencies before hitting a bullish run

Here are some of the top cryptocurrencies that can hit a bullish run by the end of this year.

### 1. [Ethereum](/coins/eth)

Ethereum is the second-most popular cryptocurrency in the market. Ethereum blockchain has launched its second version to drive better customer experience in financial transactions, making it a top cryptocurrency to invest in before another bullish run. 

### 2. [Tether](/coins/usdt)

Tether is another promising cryptocurrency that provides stability to investors in crypto wallets. This digital currency is supported by the US dollar. It offers a fixed-rate transaction in the highly volatile crypto market. Tether is one of the best cryptocurrencies to buy before it hits the bullish run in 2022.

### 3. [Cardano](https://cardano.org/)

Cardano is considered to be a formidable competitor to Ethereum. It offers a transaction speed of 257 transactions per second. It was the first cryptocurrency developed through evidence-based methods and founded on peer-reviewed research. 

### 4. Solana

Solana is another promising cryptocurrency that offers a capacity of 65,000 transactions per second, a gigantic jump from Bitcoin’s seven transactions per second and Ethereum’s fifteen transactions per second. It is becoming popular because of its low transaction prices and high speed in the crypto world. Its high usability and incredible functionality make it one of the top cryptocurrencies to invest in before it hits the bull run in the future.

### 5. Polkadot

Polkadot is becoming one of the most popular cryptocurrencies on the crypto market as a layer-zero blockchain. The network aims to support 100 parachains, enabling seamless communication among different blockchains. It offers low fees and higher speeds than its competitors, making it the cryptocurrency to invest in before hitting the bullish run.
 
## Ending Note

If you have decided to invest in the cryptocurrency market, it's crucial – as with any investment – to do the maximum research possible before coming to any conclusion.
 
 



Bullish Run 2022: Top 5 Cryptocurrencies to Buy

The crypto bull market seems to have stumbled this week? Why?

Earlier this week, the CEO of AMC Theatres, the largest movie theatre chain on the planet, said his company would begin accepting shiba inu coins as payment through Bitpay wallets. This could happen in 60 days.

While a positive news story, it did nothing to prevent the crypto bull market from cratering out over the past 24 hours after a seemingly parabolic rise.

Two of the market’s titans, [Bitcoin](/coins/btc) and[ Ethereum](/coins/eth), led the decline, exhibiting sharp drop-offs in value after setting new all-time highs last week.

## Bitcoin Value Falls

Bitcoin’s value fell below $58,000 on Thursday - a sharp contrast to the digital asset’s achievement the week prior when the price shot up to over $68,000 for the first time.

Some are quick to associate the recent decline in cryptocurrencies with President Biden’s signature on a new $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill, which includes specific language on the tax reporting requirements for cryptocurrency exchanges.

The news that some of the proposed legislation may treat _stablecoin issuers_ like banks didn’t sit well with investors. Still, there are investors that have developed a bit of an appreciation for these ‘corrections’ considering how it aligns with their investment strategy of ‘buying the dip’.

But not all of us are willing to adopt this strategy, and a harsh dip can chase off new investors. Sometimes, permanently.

## Is the Crypto Market Immature?

Consider for a moment that market volatility like we’ve seen in the last day or two can be directly linked to the crypto market’s immaturity. Cryptocurrencies, by and large, have yet to achieve a state of ‘mainstream adoption’, meaning many, _many_ traditional investors are still watching from the sidelines.

Volatility, from a crypto bull market to a bear market, has come to be expected. When a celebrity tweet can send a particular coin upwards of 10% or more, it’s a sign of a market still evolving.

Another bit of news that may have triggered the _flight_ mechanism among some investors had to do with Chinese regulators intensifying their efforts to ferret out those in the country still involved in Bitcoin mining activities, something the Chinese government outlawed earlier this year.

America’s infrastructure bill and China’s clamp down on mining activities both had an obvious impact on Bitcoin. As the key digital asset used in assessing the health of the entire cryptocurrency sector, both announcements had a negative impact that rippled across the entire market.

## Mainstream Adoption of Crypto

Still, there were signs this week that cryptocurrencies will continue making their push towards mainstream adoption.

The Los Angeles sports arena, home of the NBA’s Lakers and Clippers, will be renamed from the “Staples Center,” the formal name of the 20,000- seat arena since 1999, and become the “Crypto.com Arena” in a $700 million deal for the naming rights.

As a result, Crypto.com’s digital coin, CRO, was buoyed to an all-time high of $0.593 on Thursday after the company won the naming rights.

Lastly, the crypto ‘brain trust’ anticipates that more digital coins will become an accepted form of payment for many more vendors in 2022. AMC has jumped on the bandwagon, McDonald’s and Burger King are in the conversation, even charities are embracing cryptocurrencies as more and more investors take their positions in the market.

As this trend evolves, the value of cryptos will likely increase and the market will continue to evolve, not retract.

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