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Iron Condor strategy, an options trading technique particularly useful in managing risk within the volatile cryptocurrency market. The session served as an educational opportunity, demonstrating how traders can employ this strategy to navigate uncertain market conditions effectively.

Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies slumped on Tuesday as investor optimism over a proposed US Crypto Strategic Reserve faded. The decline also came amid escalating trade tensions, with US President Donald Trump confirming tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China would take effect within hours. Investors turned risk-averse after Trump announced that 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, along with a doubling of China levies to 20%, would be implemented from 05:01 GMT on Tuesday. Market concerns were further fueled by signs of economic strain, with U.S. factory gate prices hitting a nearly three-year high and supply chain disruptions intensifying.

Dilip Chenoy, Chairperson of the Bharat Web3 Association, noted, «Bitcoin has reached a new all-time high of $76,400, marking a significant milestone in the digital asset market. This surge is largely attributed to the favorable political climate of Donald Trump's return to the presidency, which many believe will boost the adoption and regulation of virtual digital assets (VDAs).»

Bitcoin surged to $73,577 in early Asian trade on Wednesday, just $173 shy of its all-time high of $73,750, as investors closely monitored the upcoming US presidential election. However, by 10:40 AM, the leading cryptocurrency was trading 2.2% higher around $72,333.

Mudrex, addressed a gathering of traders and financial experts, challenging the common perception of Bitcoin's volatility. He highlighted that Bitcoin’s risk-to-reward ratio is similar to that of Gold and S&P 500, making it an attractive long-term asset for investors. «Bitcoin is not as volatile as people think. Its volatility has been decreasing steadily with the rise of institutional and retail adoption,» Patel stated. He noted that while traditional indices like NIFTY 50 have outperformed Bitcoin in terms of the Sharpe ratio (a measure of risk-adjusted returns) over the same period, Bitcoin remains a valuable addition to long-term investment portfolios.

cryptocurrency trading, finding strategies that balance risk and reward is crucial. One such strategy, the Iron Condor, has gained attention for its effectiveness in navigating market fluctuations. This approach is particularly valuable in crypto markets, where volatility can be both an opportunity and a challenge. During a recent ETMarkets live stream, in association with Delta Exchange, seasoned crypto trader Saketh Ramakrishna delved into the Iron Condor strategy, providing practical insights for traders. He highlighted how this strategy can be applied to cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, drawing parallels with traditional markets such as Nifty.

Delta Exchange, and strategies to navigate its inherent volatility. From Skepticism to Strategy

Cryptocurrency trading has emerged as a dynamic and enticing arena, drawing a diverse mix of investors and traders with its promise of high returns and rapid market movements. In a recent live stream on ETMarkets, Parth Chaturvedi, Head of Investments at CoinSwitch Ventures, shared his expert insights into the reasons behind crypto's popularity and the strategies essential for navigating this volatile market. Chaturvedi's comprehensive discussion covered the nuances of market behaviour, the critical rules for successful trading, and the importance of leveraging advanced tools and indicators, offering a wealth of knowledge for both novices and seasoned traders.

Bitcoin Trust since the launch of the ETFs, net inflows into US Bitcoin ETFs remain positive. These inflows, totaling $7.35 billion, originate from some of the biggest names in the investment industry, including BlackRock Inc. and Fidelity Investments. Areport by Bloomberg on March 4 says the leading cryptocurrency, known for its high liquidity, witnessed a climb of up to 6.7%, reaching $67,069 on March 5. This marks its first breach of the $67,000 threshold since November 2021. Year-to-date, the token has experienced a surge of approximately 60%, significantly outperforming traditional asset classes like stocks.

Bitcoin is set to continue its record-breaking rally and rise above $80,000 as institutional investors pour more money into the crypto-backed exchange-traded funds, according to Binance chief executive officer Richard Teng. The launch of Bitcoin ETF in the US earlier this year has attracted institutional investors and new fund flows, Teng said at an event in Bangkok on Sunday, adding «we're just getting started.»

spot price of bitcoin began trading in the U.S. on Thursday in a landmark moment for the cryptocurrency industry that has been seeking regulatory approval for the financial product for over a decade. The green light by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission finally came late on Wednesday following months-long talks with top asset managers such as BlackRock, Ark Investments/21Shares, Fidelity, Invesco and VanEck. The regulator approved 11 such ETFs, paving the way for popularizing investments in the world's biggest crypotcurrency without the risk of holding the digital token directly. «The approval has the potential to simplify and secure Bitcoin investments for a broader investor base, which may reshape the dynamics of cryptocurrency investments,» said Rajeev Bamra, senior vice-president of digital finance at Moody's Investors Service.

U.S. regulators are keeping crypto players on the edge of their seats as they weigh whether to give their blessing to bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Derivatives traders are already piling in, though, betting the Securities and Exchange Commission will give the green light to several ETF hopefuls this week and electrify the market. Open interest, the amount invested in bitcoin futures, has steadily increased since October and leapt to $19.2 billion in early December, its highest level in two years, according to information platform Coinglass. It's now between $17 billon and $18 billion, up from the $9.5-$14.5 billion range seen for most of 2023. «We eagerly await the SEC's decision,» said analysts at analytics firm Amberdata. «This event has been factored into the options market's pricing since October, creating a heightened sense of anticipation.»

Bitcoin (BTC) could see fresh upside volatility as BTC price strength revisits key levels, a classic metric suggests.

Crypto assets have taken the world by storm in recent years, with Bitcoin leading the charge. Its meteoric rise in value has attracted the attention of both seasoned investors and newcomers alike. To make an informed decision, consider these five crucial factors before embarking on a Bitcoin investment journey.1. Investment vs Trading The easiest thing to do once you enter the crypto market is to trade and gamble away your funds. Focus on a long-term investment horizon. Embrace a patient, forward-thinking approach, and resist the temptation of chasing short-term gains.2. Volatility

Price volatility is one of the biggest deterrents of the crypto market, dissuading newcomers from trading or investing in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) or Ether (ETH). Extreme market conditions can trigger billions of dollars in liquidations, making it less than ideal for institutional investors as well.

Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) are not in their “longest ever bear market” and probably are not even in a bear market at all, according to some industry observers.

ARK Invest and Glassnode have released white papers describing a proposed framework for analyzing Bitcoin on-chain metrics. The new method is called Cointime Economics and introduces a new measure – the coinblock – to represent the state of the Bitcoin (BTC) network. 

cryptocurrency bitcoin hit a fresh two-month low on Friday, breaking out of its recent tight range as a wave of risk averse sentiment swept through world markets. On Thursday, bitcoin fell 7.2% in its biggest one-day drop since November 2022 when top exchange FTX collapsed. It then slipped to a two-month low of $26,172 during Asian trading hours on Friday, its lowest since June 16.

Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) are now slightly less volatile than oil as both assets continue to trade sideways this summer.

The Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) 90-day price volatility hit a new multi-year low in August as the top two cryptocurrencies continue to trade under their key resistance of $30,000 and $2,000 respectively.

Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) are now slightly less volatile than oil as both assets continue to trade sideways this summer.