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Feelin' the Meme Coin Fever? It Might Be Time to Think Again.
USAWed Feb 12 2025
Crypto markets are buzzing with meme coin excitement right now. People are getting carried away as meme coins are taking over in 2025. This excitement comes after bitcoin had a wild ride, quadrupling in price over the last two years. The fun began when bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) hit the market in early 2024 and pulled in a whopping $40 billion in their first year. On top of that, the current U. S. President has jumped on the bandwagon by launching his own meme coin.
The current frenzy around meme coins isn't just about the new cryptocurrency-friendly atmosphere. The President himself has pushed the idea that anyone can create their own meme coin under the new administration. With the popularity of meme coins comes a lot of optimism. The enthusiasm of investors is a little worrying to some experts. On one hand, it may mean we are nearing a peak in the current crypto market. On the other hand, some are saying investors may want to consider locking in their profits and waiting for a better time to dive back in. The worry isn't just about meme coins. There are also concerns about the overall economic environment. Lower-than-expected fiscal policy changes, slowing growth, and decreasing inflation could all make things tougher for crypto in the coming months. Economists and investors have also been looking at the possibility of bitcoin hitting $200, 000 by the end of the year.
The signs of a market top are there. Over 90% of bitcoin supply is currently in profit. This has historically been a sign that bitcoin prices are likely to hit a peak. It's a similar story with the overall market cap, as the recent price action seems heavily influenced by speculators. Bitcoin has seen a modest 3% gain this year, but it is hovering around $90, 000, a key support level for many analysts. Investors should be prepared for the possibility of draw downs of 30% or more.
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Could the surge in meme coins and bitcoin ETF inflows be artificially manipulated by a select few to provoke a market crash?
What if the TRUMP coin becomes the next Dogecoin - should investors be worried or excited?
How reliable are historical signals, such as the share of bitcoin supply in profit, in predicting future price movements?
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