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Crypto Alpha - 22 December 2024

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TL;DR

  • El Salvador’s Bitcoin Stash Grows with 25 More BTC

  • Coinbase’s Crystal Ball: 2025 Crypto Market Trends

  • USDC: $900 Million Stronger and Counting

  • Greed Is Good: The Market's Current Mood

  • GraniteShares Aims High with Leveraged ETFs

  • Gary Gensler: SEC Puppet Master?

  • Bitcoin FOMO Is Never Late, Says Rich Dad Poor Dad Author

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Alpha of the Day

El Salvador’s Bitcoin Stash Grows with 25 More BTC

El Salvador is stacking sats like a true crypto maximalist! Following its IMF loan approval, the country’s treasury now holds an extra 25 BTC. Sure, it’s a drop in the digital ocean compared to Bitcoin whales, but President Bukele seems determined to HODL his way to economic independence. Whether it’s a strategic move or just another day in the crypto rollercoaster, this purchase shows El Salvador’s unwavering commitment to their national Bitcoin experiment. Who knows? Maybe one day they’ll mint a volcano-backed NFT collection to complement their BTC reserves.

Coinbase’s Crystal Ball: 2025 Crypto Market Trends

Coinbase has dropped its 2025 crypto tea, and spoiler alert: stablecoins, RWA tokenization, and DeFi are the main characters. The report paints a future where crypto is less “Wild West” and more “Wall Street meets Web3.” With its insider perspective, Coinbase is practically handing us the playbook for what’s next. If you’ve been sleeping on RWAs (real-world assets) or thinking stablecoins are boring, this is your cue to reconsider. Time to start bookmarking those DeFi protocols and tokenized assets, folks!

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USDC: $900 Million Stronger and Counting

USDC’s circulation grew by a casual $900 million this week, bringing its total to a staggering $42.3 billion. It’s like watching the ultimate glow-up of a stablecoin. Whether it’s traders fleeing from volatility or institutions moving serious cash, USDC’s popularity keeps soaring. At this rate, it might just become the unofficial “Swiss bank account” of the crypto world. One thing’s for sure—if USDC were a TikToker, it would definitely be posting a “How I made $900 million in 7 days” tutorial.

Greed Is Good: The Market's Current Mood

With the Panic and Greed Index sitting pretty at 73, it’s official—greed is in the air! Investors are feeling bold, wallets are opening, and FOMO is practically running the show. But hey, greed isn’t always bad; sometimes it’s what drives innovation and risk-taking. Just don’t let it turn into reckless YOLO trades, okay? As long as you remember to DYOR (do your own research), this “greed phase” could be a golden opportunity to ride the bullish vibes.

GraniteShares Aims High with Leveraged ETFs

GraniteShares is taking things up a notch by filing for leveraged ETFs tied to crypto-centric companies like MicroStrategy. It’s like saying, “Why settle for a regular rollercoaster when you can ride the high-speed version?” These ETFs could offer amplified exposure to crypto without directly buying tokens—perfect for those who want the thrills without setting up a MetaMask wallet. But remember, leverage cuts both ways, so buckle up for some intense market swings.

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Gary Gensler: SEC Puppet Master?

Former SEC official turned whistleblower claims that Gary Gensler isn’t ready to let go of the reins, even after stepping down. Apparently, the man who’s been crypto’s biggest antagonist is keen on leaving a lasting impression. Is this a genuine concern about crypto regulation or just some spicy office drama? Either way, the crypto community will definitely be dissecting this plot twist like it’s the latest season of Succession.

Bitcoin FOMO Is Never Late, Says Rich Dad Poor Dad Author

Robert Kiyosaki, the Rich Dad Poor Dad guru, wants you to stop overthinking Bitcoin. No matter how high BTC climbs, he insists it’s never too late to buy in. Sure, it might sound like a motivational poster in a financial guru’s office, but it’s solid advice for anyone feeling FOMO. After all, Bitcoin isn’t just a currency—it’s a mindset. So whether you’re buying at $1 or $100,000, the best time to start was yesterday, and the second-best time is now.

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