What Happened in Crypto Today: How Bad Is this Bloodbath Going to Get?
- December 19, 2024
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$108K to $95K in 72 hours.
The Fed's latest "maybe we won't cut rates that much" announcement hit different this time.
Funny how a few words from Jerome Powell can turn a perfectly good bull run into an impromptu clearance sale. We're talking millions in liquidations...
The weirdest part? Nobody seems too worried. Maybe it's because we've all seen this before...
Even the die-hard "buy the dip" crowd is taking their time. When was the last time you saw crypto traders practicing patience?
So what's actually happening in the market right now? Let's make sense of it all! Here is a quick rundown of the top headlines from the past 24 hours:
Let's dive in!
Public Miners Are Loading Up on Bitcoin Like Never Before
Bitcoin mining giants MARA and Hut 8 just made power moves that got everyone's attention. MARA dropped $1.53 billion to grab 15,574 BTC, while Hut 8 scooped up 990 BTC for $100 million.
MARA's strategy is particularly interesting. They raised nearly $2 billion through convertible notes - essentially betting big that Bitcoin's future value will more than cover their debts.
What's making these mining giants so confident? And why are they choosing this particular moment to go all in? Read the full story !
Solv Protocol's Strategic Move Could Change Bitcoin DeFi Forever
Solv Protocol just made its way onto Hyperliquid's exchange through a surprisingly affordable $130,000 auction - a bargain considering recent listing slots are starting at $2 million.
Solv Protocol has quietly built up $2.5 billion in total value locked since May, and they're not just another DeFi project. They're sitting on a massive 25,000 BTC reserve, using it to create yield opportunities through products like SolvBTC across various Layer-2 solutions.