Crypto Weekly Roundup: Key Movers, Fear & Greed Insights, ATH Coins & NFT Trends

Dear Readers,

Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency by market value, climbed above $105,000 on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged and gave little indication of future rate cuts this year. Bitcoin gained 2.91%, reaching $105,411, while Ethereum also saw an increase of 2.59%, reaching $3,214. Overall, the global cryptocurrency market cap grew by 2.81% in the past 24 hours, now sitting at around $3.57 trillion.

Highlights Of The Week

• El Salvador’s Congress has approved legislation to amend Bitcoin laws in line with a deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to reduce exposure to crypto.

• Tesla reported a $600 million gain from its Bitcoin holdings in Q4 2024, thanks to new accounting rules allowing the market value of crypto to be recorded.

• Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick announced a proposal to establish a Texas Bitcoin Reserve as part of the state's 2025 legislative priorities.

• Robinhood is launching futures trading for assets like Bitcoin, S&P 500, and oil, expanding beyond its stock trading roots.

• Two Republican candidates won congressional primaries in a special election, backed by a cryptocurrency-focused PAC that spent over $700,000. 

• The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) Group plans to list options for its Bitcoin Friday futures, responding to rising interest in crypto derivatives among retail investors.

• US President Donald Trump’s 2024 co-campaign manager will join Coinbase’s advisory council to help shape digital asset regulation.

Crypto Fear & Greed Index

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index currently stands at 70, reflecting a sentiment of greed, slightly down from yesterday’s value of 72. This surge in market optimism highlights the growing fear of missing out (FOMO) in the crypto space. Both retail and institutional investors are eager to take advantage of Bitcoin’s ongoing price movement, leading to an influx of new traders entering the market. As Bitcoin continues to rise, the bullish sentiment remains strong, further driving market activity and reinforcing the cycle of greed among participants.

ATH Coins

When a cryptocurrency reaches an all-time high (ATH), it signals its peak success and growing market demand. Despite this achievement, market volatility continues to play a significant role in shaping its future. Before investing in coins at their ATH, it's crucial to conduct comprehensive research. Here are a few of the latest cryptocurrencies that have reached ATH milestones.

The ATH price for Nibbles (NIBBLES) reached $0.0000838 today, marking a significant milestone for this community-driven meme token on the Solana blockchain. Currently, the token’s price is $0.00006254 with a trading volume of $1.12 million. Nibbles stands out by having no presales, taxes, or insider allocations, and its liquidity pool is locked, giving the community a fair opportunity to participate.

AI Companions (AIC) also hit its all-time high today, with a price of $0.3393. It is now trading at $0.3199, with a market volume of $10.08 million. This project is on the cutting edge of digital relationships, blending AI, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and blockchain technologies to create a new, interactive experience for users.

GoPlus Security (GPS) has reached a new all-time high today at $0.1894, with its current price standing at $0.1824 and a volume of $180.1 million. As Web3’s first decentralized security layer, GoPlus aims to provide comprehensive protection across all blockchain networks, ensuring security for users and developers in the rapidly growing decentralized space.

Marso.Tech (MARSO) reached its ATH price today at $0.003003. The current price is $0.002995, with a volume of $255.83K. Marso is an innovative meme coin project that allows users to own planets, develop them, and generate income by trading goods with other planet owners, enhancing profitability and community engagement.

Alpha (ALPHA) reached an ATH price of $0.1039 just yesterday. Currently, its price is $0.07615, with a trading volume of $16.87 million. The Alpha token represents the essence of leadership and resilience, embodying the spirit of being a true alpha or "GIGA Chad." It’s more than just dominance—it’s about integrity and guiding others toward success.

Top Movers (24H)

With the growing recognition of cryptocurrency as a legitimate investment, former skeptics are now eagerly incorporating it into their portfolios, adding a range of digital assets. At the same time, experienced investors are solidifying their stakes, resulting in notable price increases in several cryptocurrencies in the past 24 hours. Let’s take a closer look at some key cryptocurrencies that have seen impressive price movements recently.

In the past 24 hours, Vameon (VON) has experienced an extraordinary surge, with its price soaring by 176.16%, reaching $0.00002991. This impressive jump in value is accompanied by a current trading volume of $1.94 million. VON operates as a utility token on the BNB Smart Chain and is integral to the Play-to-Earn model within the NFT Metaverse of dEmpire of Vampire, a project developed by the Vameon studio.

Another standout in the market is LOFI (LOFI), which has surged by 55.11% in the last 24 hours, bringing its price to $0.06523. With a trading volume of $10.98 million, LOFI is making its mark as a unique project. Inspired by its mascot's bold vision, LOFI utilizes the Sui blockchain to build a vibrant ecosystem focused on content, community, and collaboration.

Redbelly Network (RBNT) has also been on the rise, with its price increasing by 46.69% over the last 24 hours, now priced at $0.0612. With a current trading volume of $2.96 million, Redbelly Network is earning attention as the world’s first formally verified blockchain, a creation of the University of Sydney in collaboration with CSIRO.

TARS AI (TAI) has jumped by 45.65% in the past 24 hours, bringing its price to $0.3042, with a trading volume of $31.18 million. TARS AI is a pioneering AI-focused ecosystem built on the Solana blockchain and has received significant support from the Solana Foundation.

Onyxcoin (XCN) has also seen a significant 37.73% increase in the last 24 hours, with its price reaching $0.03873. With a massive trading volume of $787.64 million, Onyxcoin is the governance and utility token of Onyx, a Web3 blockchain focused on enhancing financial services. Operating on the Ethereum blockchain, Onyxcoin is playing a crucial role in the development of decentralized financial solutions.

Non-Fungible Tokens – Developments

• Colle AI (COLLE), a leading multichain NFT platform, has integrated the Deepseek R1 Model to enhance tools for creating dynamic and interactive NFTs.

• Estate Slice NFT, a top platform in NFT-powered real estate, has partnered with LMCSWAP, a key platform by fintech leader SIMTREX COMMERCIAL BROKER.

• Scott Martin, also known as Burnt Toast, is taking over as CEO of Ethereum NFT project Doodles, succeeding former Billboard executive Julian Holguin.

NFTs To Watch (24H)

The Band Bears

The Band Bears collection has seen a massive surge in activity, with a 232% increase in volume, currently at 63.98 ETH. This collection of 1,162 unique NFTs, created on the Ethereum blockchain in April 2022, is capturing attention with its floor price of 11.869 ETH. In the last 24 hours, 6 sales have been recorded, making this a collection to keep an eye on.

Azuki Elementals

Azuki Elementals continues to perform strongly, with 170 ETH in volume over the past day, reflecting a 49% change in activity. The collection, consisting of 20,000 unique characters within the four domains of the Garden, is seeing a floor price of 0.321 ETH. A notable 474 sales have been completed recently, signaling continued interest in this series.

BEANZ Official

The BEANZ Official collection, a small species that sprouts from the dirt in the garden, has recorded a volume of 56.32 ETH, with a 12% change in volume. Although the floor price is more accessible at 0.1617 ETH, it’s clear that the collection is gaining traction, with 308 sales occurring within the last 24 hours. BEANZ make for the perfect sidekick to an Azuki, though some prefer to stand alone.

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Crypto Recorder Team

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