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Bitcoin (BTC) traded in a narrow range this week and is on target to form the third consecutive Doji candlestick pattern on the weekly chart. The cryptocurrency markets did not receive any support from the United States equities markets, which ended the week on a negative note. The S&P 500 Index dropped 1.3% while the Nasdaq closed down 1.9%. 

Meanwhile, the global cryptocurrency market cap was trading higher, around $1.06 trillion, rising 1.32% in the last 24 hours. «Bitcoin's value is currently trading around the $26,200 level. This positive price movement might be because of a paper that came out yesterday from the IMF and the G20’s Financial Stability Board. The paper said that banning all cryptocurrencies wouldn't work well in the long term and suggested using targeted restrictions and a comprehensive monetary strategy instead,» Edul Patel, CEO & Co-Founder of Mudrex, said. Other top crypto tokens were also trading higher. Solana, Polkadot, and Litecoin surged over 1%.

BNB, XRP, Dogecoin. and Litecoin were trading with cuts. Meanwhile, the global cryptocurrency market cap was trading higher, around $1.04 trillion, rising 0.31% in the last 24 hours. Both Bitcoin and Ethereum have exhibited stability, remaining within a narrow 2% price range in recent days. Notably, open interest in both of these tokens is on the rise, indicating new short positions are being opened, said CoinDCX Research Team. Solana recently partnered with Visa, a global payment giant. This collaboration aims to make crypto more accessible for everyday transactions, potentially leading to wider adoption. Following this news, Solana was up 5% in early trade, CoinDCX said.

BTC volume stood at approximately $18.1 billion, rising 34.35% in the last 24 hours. «Bitcoin’s price breached the $30000 mark in the early hours of today but consolidated to trading above the $29500 level. This movement could be because of the fall in Chinese trade numbers for July and the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield descending lower by 11 basis points to 3.98%,» Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO at Mudrex, said. Other top crypto tokens, BNB, XRP, Dogecoin, Solana, Polygon, and Polkadot were also trading higher on Wednesday.

Fitch Ratings downgraded the US long-term debt rating on fiscal concerns. Fitch Ratings has downgraded the United States' sovereign credit grade by one level from AAA to AA+ on the basis of 'ballooning fiscal deficits and erosion of governance' that have caused repeated debt limit emergencies over the past two decades. Bitcoin (BTC) surged 2.61% to $29,657, meanwhile, its largest peer, Ethereum, was also trading higher and climbed above the $1,850 level.

Fitch Ratings downgraded the US long-term debt rating on fiscal concerns. Fitch Ratings has downgraded the United States' sovereign credit grade by one level from AAA to AA+ on the basis of 'ballooning fiscal deficits and erosion of governance' that have caused repeated debt limit emergencies over the past two decades. Bitcoin (BTC) surged 2.61% to $29,657, meanwhile, its largest peer, Ethereum, was also trading higher and climbed above the $1,850 level.

cryptocurrency markets were majorly trading higher on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve stuck to script with a 25 basis-point rate hike. The Fed as anticipated lifted its benchmark lending rate to a range between 5.25% and 5.5%, with Chair Jerome Powell saying during a press conference that the central bank would let data determine whether to hike again. Bitcoin (BTC) surged 0.67% to $29,429, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was above the 1,850 level. BTC volume in the last 24 hours stood at approximately $12.96 billion, rising 20.32% in the last 24 hours. «After the US Federal Reserve raised its interest rates by 25 basis points, as expected by the market, there was a mild uptick in most cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin, which had previously dipped to a low of US$29,097 on Tuesday, has now shown signs of recovery, surpassing the US$29,400 level,» Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO at Mudrex, said.

cryptocurrency market was trading higher on Tuesday, with Bitcoin (BTC) rising 1.23% to $30,476, while Ethereum was above the $1,850 level. Meanwhile, BTC volume in the last 24 hours stood at approximately $14.59 billion, rising 66.55% in the last 24 hours. «Bitcoin continues to consolidate above $30,000 with a quick move towards $31,000 earlier today followed by a quick pullback. BTC is likely to make an attempt to reclaim the level again. Breaching key resistance at $32,400 will be the eventual target before a sustained rally is possible,» Vikram Subburaj, CEO of Giottus Crypto Platform, said. «Ether is currently facing resistance at the 20-day exponential moving average ($1,871) while the bulls are attempting to defend the 50-day simple moving average ($1,841). This struggle between buyers and sellers indicates a lack of clear momentum in the market,» said the ZebPay Trade desk.

cryptocurrency markets were trading higher in Friday's trade amid robust economic data from the US, which eased fears of a slowdown, and amid news that Fidelity Investments has refiled for spot Bitcoin ETF. Bitcoin (BTC) surged 1% to $30,657, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was above the $1,850 level. BTC volume stood at approximately $17.3 billion, rising 28.5% in the last 24 hours. «Bitcoin traded over the US$30,600 level gaining nearly 2% in the past 24 hours as the market reacted to Fidelity Investments refiles for spot Bitcoin ETF. Market sentiment was also influenced by the news of Microstrategy buying an additional $374 million worth of Bitcoin,» Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO at Mudrex, said. BTC's immediate resistance is at the US$30,750 level, and support is at the US$30,420 level, Edul added.

cryptocurrency markets were trading mixed in Friday's trade. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin were trading with gains, while XRP, Polygon, and Polkadot were trading with cuts. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 2% to $25,472, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was above the $1,650 level. BTC volume stood at approximately $15.42 billion, rising 4% in the last 24 hours. «The crypto market recovered from yesterday’s dip as selling pressure showed signs of cooling down. The rate hike pause announced by the Fed failed to cheer the market as the Fed made it clear that it will not refrain from taking tough steps in the coming months to tackle inflation. We can expect the market to remain choppy if the hawkish stance on monetary policy continues,» Shivam Thakral, CEO of BuyUcoin, said. The global cryptocurrency market cap was trading around $1.04 trillion, rising 1.22% in the last 24 hours.

cryptocurrency markets were majorly trading higher on Tuesday ahead of key US inflation data later on the day and a two-day Fed monetary policy meeting on Wednesday. Bitcoin (BTC) surged 0.91% to $26,100, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was above the $1,750 level. BTC volume stood at approximately $11.59 billion, rising 0.26% in the last 24 hours. “Most cryptocurrencies rose in the past 24 hours ahead of the release of CPI data for May which is scheduled for today,” Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO at Mudrex, said. «Bitcoin traded at the US$26,000 level over the weekend following the low at US$25,675. BTC sees bulls attempt to break the resistance of US$26,300 level. However, currently the market sentiment remains largely bearish,» Edul added.

cryptocurrency markets were trading higher on Monday amid optimism over the US debt ceiling deal. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 2.55% to $27,927, while Ethereum (ETH) was above the $1,900 level. «Most cryptocurrencies traded in green over the weekend after markets reacted to the White House announcing that a deal to avert a debt ceiling crisis has been reached on one side and the release of higher-than-expected latest personal consumption data from the US on the other side,» Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO at Mudrex, said. «Currently, Bitcoin is seen trading above the US$28,000 level gaining over 3% in the past 24 hours and erasing its weekly losses. If BTC can clear the US$28,500 resistance zone, it might continue higher soon,» Edul added. The total volume in DeFi stood at 2.30 billion, 6.83% of the total crypto market 24-hour volume. The volume of all stablecoins is now $30.6 billion, which is 91.07% of the total crypto market 24-hour volume.

cryptocurrency markets were majorly trading higher on Friday amid positive weekly unemployment data in the US. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 0.93% to $26,450 whereas Ethereum (ETH) was above the $1,800 level. BTC volume in the last 24 hours stood at approximately $12.66 billion, down 20.62%. «Crypto markets have traded sideways in the last 24 hours. The slight increase could be attributed to positive weekly unemployment data in the US,» Parth Chaturvedi, Investments Lead at CoinSwitch Ventures, said. Crypto markets seem to be in a holding phase currently wherein investors are awaiting a clear resolution on US’ debt ceiling conversations, Parth added. Other top crypto tokens were also trading higher on Friday. Litecoin surged nearly 2%. Ethereum, Polygon, and XRP were also trading higher.

cryptocurrency market was majorly trading higher on Thursday amid improved sentiment on progress in debt ceiling negotiations in the United States. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 0.90% to $27,230, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was just above the $1,800 level. BTC volume in the last 24 hours stood at approximately $15.1 billion, rising 23.23% in the last 24 hours. «Bitcoin (BTC) got a healthy bounce overnight as prospects of a successful US debt ceiling raise positively influenced financial markets. It continues to trade just above the $27,000 level and will likely have a renewed attempt at $30,000 in coming weeks,» Vikram Subburaj, CEO of Giottus Crypto Platform, said. Other top crypto tokens were also trading higher on Thursday. Polygon surged nearly 3%. Cardano, Dogecoin, Polkadot and Litecoin were also trading with gains.

cryptocurrency markets were trading higher on Monday amid encouraging macro factors and under-control inflation. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 1.82% to $27,335, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was above the $1,800 level. BTC volume stood at approximately $11.9 billion, rising 25.5% in the last 24 hours. «Bitcoin recovered a bit, gaining over 1% in the past 24 hours after experiencing a downward trend the last week due to industry-focused and macroeconomic uncertainties. BTC’s immediate resistance is at US$27,400 and then US$27,800 which might start a decent increase. Whereas the support lies at US$27,000,» Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO at Mudrex, said. Other top crypto tokens were also trading higher on Monday. Litecoin Surged by over 7%. BNB, Polygon, Dogecoin and Solana were also trading with gains.

cryptocurrency markets were trading higher in Thursday's trade after the US Fed raised its benchmark lending rate by 25 bps again to cool inflation. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 2.44% to $29,152, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was above the $1,900 level. BTC volume in the last 24 hours stood at approximately $19.5 billion, rising 20.54% in the last 24 hours. «Following the Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates by 25 basis points, Bitcoin is regaining its strength. The Fed indicated that this week's increase could be the last for the time being. At present, Bitcoin is being traded at the US$29,000 level and is gradually approaching its resistance levels of US$29,420 and US$30,000,» Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO at Mudrex, said. “As the upcoming US employment figures are scheduled to be released on Friday, investors and traders are keeping a watchful eye on them,” Edul added. The global cryptocurrency market cap was trading higher around $1.20 trillion, rising 2% in the last 24 hours.

cryptocurrency markets were majorly trading higher on Thursday. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 2.31% to $29,035, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was just below the $1,900 level. BTC volume in the last 24 hours stood at approximately $35.15 billion, rising 84.70% in the last 24 hours. «Concerns about First Republic Bank continued, causing Bitcoin to rise to the US$29,000 range. Bitcoin had surged from a low of US$27,217 the day before, reaching a week-long high and recovering any losses incurred during that time. The support level for Bitcoin is currently US$28,000, with resistance at US$29,400,» Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO at Mudrex, said. The global cryptocurrency market cap was trading higher around $1.20 trillion, rising 1.18% in the last 24 hours. The total volume in DeFi is currently 5.20 billion, 7.33% of the total crypto market 24-hour volume. The volume of all stablecoins is now $64.06 billion, which is 90.27% of the total crypto market 24-hour volume.

cryptocurrency markets were trading higher on Wednesday, with an increase of 2.7% in the crypto market cap in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 3.48% to $28,369, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was above the $1,850 level. BTC volume in the last 24 hours stood at approximately $18.85 billion, rising 12.94% in the last 24 hours. «Bitcoin is at $28,300. Its recent surge is due to technical buying and a short-term buy signal, while macro risk events could impact sentiment. Long-term indicators suggest a new bull market,» said Sathvik Vishwanath, Co-Founder & CEO of Unocoin. Other top crypto tokens were also trading higher on Wednesday. Solana jumped over 4%. BNB, XRP, Litecoin and Cardano also traded with gains. The global cryptocurrency market cap was trading higher around $1.19 trillion — rising 2.71% in the last 24 hours.

cryptocurrency markets were trading mixed on Wednesday. Bitcoin, XRP and Dogecoin were trading with gains, while Ethereum, BNB and Solana were trading with cuts. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 1.48% to $30,136, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was below the $2,100 level. BTC volume in the last 24 hours stood at approximately $19.04 billion, rising 11.46% in the last 24 hours. «Over the past 24 hours, Bitcoin has bounced back to the US$30,000 level, recuperating from earlier losses. Investors seem to have renewed their interest in assets that hold value, despite fading concerns about the banking industry. To continue its upward trend, BTC will need to overcome its next resistance level at US$30,500, while its support level is at US$29,800,» Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO at Mudrex, said. The total volume in DeFi is currently 4.14 billion, 9.13% of the total crypto market 24-hour volume. The volume of all stablecoins stood at $41 billion, which is 90.4% of the total crypto market 24-hour volume.

cryptocurrency markets were trading higher on Friday with an increase of over 4% in the crypto market cap in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 2.30% to $30,786, whereas Ethereum (ETH) surged 10.5%, and was above the $2,100 level. «Rising by over 10% in the past 24 hours, ETH is trading in the $2.1k zone despite some fearing a massive dump after the Shapella upgrade. BTC is also on the rise to chase the $31k mark. The crypto fear and greed index have jumped 7 points to regain the scoring for 68, hinting towards increasing investor confidence,» Parth Chaturvedi, Crypto Ecosystem Lead at CoinSwitch, said. Other top crypto tokens were also trading higher on Friday. Dogecoin jumped nearly 9%. Meanwhile, BNB, XRP, Litecoin, Solana and Cardano also traded with gains. The global cryptocurrency market cap was trading higher around $1.28 trillion, rising 4.25% in the last 24 hours. The market cap of Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, was around $595 billion. Bitcoin’s dominance is currently 46.30%, a decrease of 0.95% over the day, according to CoinMarketCap.

cryptocurrency markets were trading higher on Tuesday with an increase of over 4% in the crypto market cap in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin (BTC) rose 6.47% to $30,106, whereas Ethereum (ETH) was above the $1,900 level. BTC volume stood at approximately $23.35 billion, rising 87.02% in the last 24 hours. «Bitcoin has reached a level above US$30,000, which it last saw in June of last year. This rise can be attributed to investor optimism towards this week's U.S inflation data, which could potentially impact the Federal Reserve's monetary policy trajectory,» Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO at Mudrex, said. «BTC has increased by 6% and is now facing fresh resistance at the US$30,500 level. In the event that BTC fails to overcome this resistance, the next support level would be at US$29,200,» Edul added. Other top crypto tokens were also trading higher. Solana jumped nearly 10%. BNB, XRP, Litecoin and Cardano also traded with gains. The global cryptocurrency market cap was trading higher around $1.23 trillion, rising 4.17% in the last 24 hours.