Crypto’s Lost Weekend

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Unsurprisingly, he reiterated that crypto markets need clear rules of the road with more investor protections. After this weekend’s mini ‘flash crash’ in most major tokens, it’s not hard to see why. Gensler is particularly worried about decentralized finance (Defi) entities. They’re providing services across a variety of industries, including loans, which often come with more scrutiny. So far, neither Congress nor the SEC has taken the necessary steps to handle these issues. And much like China, it’s creating a shadow banking system that left unchecked, could create a catastrophic market bubble. Sponsored [The Financial Pandemic of 2022]( If you think what happened in the first phase of the pandemic was shocking, brace yourself for what’s coming next. Financial Pandemic 2.0 is likely to strike with even greater speed and force than 1.0. And this time, even the rich will take a hit. But, you can turn this crisis into an opportunity to swiftly build your wealth. Just follow [these seven simple steps](. To find out more, [go here now](. Crypto Crypto’s Lost Weekend Key Takeaways - Across the board, cryptocurrencies plunged over the weekend before recovering some of their losses. - Traders blame leverage, where retail traders hold large positions with only a portion of the total capital to back it up. - Despite the remarkable run in the past year, only El Salvador has made Bitcoin an official currency. Many governments still plan to regulate digital tokens. Cryptocurrencies plunged over the weekend, with Bitcoin dropping almost 10% by Saturday morning. Crypto’s Lose Their Balance The crypto markets trade 24/7. Weekend volume is typically lighter which can lead to more volatility. - Ether fell by 17.4% before paring losses to around 4%. - Cardano dropped 11.6% - Solana and Cardano are down more than 21% in less than a week. Retail Takes Its Cue From Hedge Funds While leverage is common in foreign exchange markets, its presence in the unregulated crypto world creates serious issues. Traders employ leverage, where they control a portfolio with a fraction of the total capital. For example, a trader with 4 to 1 leverage can control $400 with only $100 in their account. That’s led to some exacerbated selloffs when brokers force traders to cut their losses, especially after accounts turn negative (AKA margin calls). Warning Signs The weekend cryptocurrency fallout comes on the heels of the largest stock market pullback in months. Investors worry cryptocurrencies are in a bubble and once popped, could lead to a serious pullback. Given the excess cash splashing around in markets looking for returns, it’s not hard to think a large chunk found its way into cryptocurrencies. While more companies now accept cryptocurrency payments, digital money is far from universally accepted. And it’s only a matter of time before government regulators implement rules that can seriously change the playing field. The Bottom Line: Retail cryptocurrency investors made remarkable sums of money in the last year. It’s important to book profits along the way in any long-term investment. That doesn’t mean selling everything. Rather, take some of the position off as it rises. News & Insights Freshly Squeezed - [15 Best Stocks to Buy for 2022 According to Analysts]( - [Seven High Frequency Indicators for the Economy]( - [Rivian Seen As 'The One' To Challenge Tesla As Street Rolls Out Coverage]( [Make sure to sign up for The Juice to keep receiving our premier investment newsletter.]( # [submit to reddit]( [submit to reddit]( [submit to reddit]( To ensure delivery of all emails, [whitelist us](. Update your email preferences or unsubscribe [here](. View our privacy policy [here](. Copyright ©2021 InvestingChannel. 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