What You Missed This Week

Hey Degens,

This week’s been a rollercoaster, hasn’t it? From SUI’s rally to Uniswap’s woes, and of course, the market bracing for Trump’s crypto effect—there’s a lot to unpack.

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The Big Players: SUI Climbs, UNI Struggles, BTC Eyes Recovery

• SUI’s Rocket Ride 🚀
  SUI is the star of the week, rallying nearly 14% before adding another 4% on Friday. Its price now sits at $5.08, with bullish on-chain indicators suggesting we could see it hit $6.40 soon—a juicy 26% potential gain.

• Uniswap Bleeds But Bounces Back 🩸
  UNI faced an 8% drop earlier this week but managed to recover 4% by Friday. While indicators like RSI and MACD are mixed, the consolidation near $13.05 hints at a possible 17% rally toward $15.59. Keep those charts handy!

• Bitcoin Holds the Line 💪
  BTC dipped this week but clawed back up to hover above $94K. The DOJ announcing plans to liquidate seized BTC worth $6.5 billion caused a bit of panic, but Bitcoin held key support levels. A deeper pullback? Possible, but unlikely before Trump takes office.

Crypto’s Growing Footprint: Who’s Leading Adoption in 2025?

• Institutions Are Here to Stay
  From $110B in Bitcoin ETFs to the proposed U.S. Bitcoin reserve, the big players aren’t just dipping their toes—they’re diving in headfirst. If Trump’s pro-crypto policies stick, we could see BTC become as standard as gold in national reserves.

• Retail’s Back in the Game
  Regulatory clarity in Europe (MiCA) and Singapore’s crypto-friendly policies are making it easier than ever for retail investors to jump back in. With 560 million crypto holders worldwide, we’re expecting that number to triple by 2027.

• Low-Income Countries as MVPs
  India, Nigeria, and El Salvador are crushing it. From remittances to financial inclusion, these nations are proving that crypto is more than just a speculative asset—it’s a lifeline.

Are We on the Verge of a 20-30% Pullback? 🎢

The market’s been quieter than your Degen friend Bob after his 10x memecoin bagged him...nothing. Here’s what’s weighing us down:

1. Inflation Worries: Job market growth sparks inflation fears, which the Fed doesn’t love.

2. Rate Cut Slowdown: The Fed hinted at fewer cuts in 2025—great for the dollar, not so much for crypto.

3. Liquidity Drop: Global liquidity is shrinking, leaving less cash for riskier assets.

4. Strong Dollar: A robust USD makes investors cling to safer bets, steering them away from crypto.

So, what’s next?
Our in-house nerd Mo says if BTC breaks below $90K, a 20-30% pullback is on the cards. But hey, it’s still a bull market, so any dips could be golden buying opportunities.

Final Thoughts: Stay Calm, Stay Degen

2025 is shaping up to be a defining year for crypto, with institutions diving in, retail waking up, and low-income countries showing us how it’s done. The ride might be bumpy, but the destination? Totally worth it.

So keep those bags tight, buy the dips (not the FOMO), and stay sharp.

Catch you next week,
The DegenDen Team

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