Bitcoin Pulls Back as Ethereum Outperforms
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Bitcoin retreated from recent highs while Ethereum continued to outperform, highlighting shifting momentum in the crypto market. Ryan Grace noted that total crypto market cap is approaching $4 trillion, an all-time high, signaling continued investor interest. The panel discussed Bitcoin market cap dominance declining as Ethereum and some altcoins gain strength. Despite Bitcoin's recent weakness, it remains up 20% year-to-date, while ETH has gained approximately 40%. Recurring crypto purchases were highlighted as a strategic way to accumulate during volatility. Options traders observed that Bitcoin's implied volatility remains low compared to historical levels, creating opportunities for premium sellers. Circle was analyzed as a potential trade candidate with strategies including butterflies and diagonal spreads to capitalize on its high volatility profile. The correlation between crypto and traditional markets continues to strengthen, particularly as investors anticipate interest rate cuts that typically benefit risk assets.