The cryptocurrency market is facing a dip so far Thursday, with many top coins experiencing losses as regulatory authorities increase their focus on the industry.
Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, faced a dip and briefly reached a four-week low of $22,408 before recovering to prices around $22,715. This drop comes after a strong performance in January, where the price of Bitcoin rose almost 40% since the start of the year, reviving expectations for a bull market.
According to CoinMarketCap, other major cryptocurrencies such as Binance Coin, Cardano, and Dogecoin saw similar price trends, with daily losses of 3.07%, 3.11%, and 4.05%, respectively.
The market dip comes in the wake of news that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is investigating popular cryptocurrency exchange Kraken for alleged securities law violations. The investigation is reportedly at an advanced stage and could lead to a settlement in the coming days.
In a separate development, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong addressed rumors that the SEC would like to end staking for retail customers in the U.S. Armstrong called staking a crucial innovation in the cryptocurrency space and stated that clear regulations are necessary to navigate the industry in a responsible manner.
With the current backdrop of uncertainty in markets, it can be difficult to determine which projects are worth investing in. However, considering tokens with a favorable fundamental and/or technical outlook during this period of consolidation could be beneficial for those looking to make investments.
Some of the top projects to consider in today's market include MEMAG, SAND, FGHT, NEAR, and CCHG. These cryptocurrencies have shown promise in the market and may provide a good opportunity
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