Power Dynamics in Crypto: The Impact of US Retail Sales Figures, Bitcoin ETF Debates, and Presales of New Tokens

Bitcoin and Ether showed no response to recent US retail sales data, suggesting the termination of the Fed’s rate-hiking phase. Other events contributing to the market sentiment include impending verdict on Bitcoin ETF applications by SEC, Europe’s inauguration of its first spot Bitcoin ETF, and the rise of the RUNE token, part of THORChain’s blockchain. Crypto remains a high-stakes asset, promising returns but also potential for total capital loss.