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Bitcoin is currently trading around $73,000, and it seems that Thursday's price movements reacted strongly to former President Trump's tariff remarks. When claims circulated that the trade deficit had been reduced by 78%, the market temporarily shook. However, more than the accuracy of that statement, what market participants are watching is the impact that a resurgence of tariffs could have on the financial environment.
In reality, tariff issues are not just political noise; they could lead to prolonged high interest rates, upward pressure on the dollar, and headwinds across risk assets. Over

The difficulty of Bitcoin mining has jumped by 15%, and it seems to be the largest increase since 2021. The number has risen to 144.4T. What's interesting is that while the price is trending downward, the difficulty is only increasing.
Hash rate has recovered from 826 EH/s to 1 ZH/s, but the actual profitability for miners has dropped to its lowest level in several years. It’s reportedly around $23.9 per PH/s. In other words, the network is getting stronger, but miners are facing squeezed profits—a somewhat delicate situation.
However, major operators with access to low-cost electricity appear

I've noticed a change in Bitcoin-related search patterns among individual investors in the United States. In February, the search for "bitcoin zero" in the U.S. hit an all-time high. This coincided with a period when Bitcoin had fallen more than 50% from its October peak, approaching around $60,000.
What’s particularly interesting is that, on a global scale, fear-related searches peaked in August and have been steadily declining since. In other words, panic seems to be concentrated in the U.S. The factors specific to America—such as tariff issues, tensions with Iran, and risk aversion in the s

Since around last month, I noticed that the Bitcoin balance on a certain major exchange has reached its highest level since November of last year. I wonder what this means. If it's flowing into the exchange, does that mean users are preparing to sell, or is it just a simple transfer of funds? It's hard to judge.
I'm also curious if other digital assets besides Bitcoin, like Ether, are showing similar movements. Since Ether reflects the overall volatility and market sentiment of the crypto asset space, such large-scale movements are something traders can't ignore.
In any case, an increase in ex

Last month's inflation index results were in line with expectations, and it seems the market has become more confident in the Federal Reserve's (FRB) stance to keep interest rates unchanged. The February Consumer Price Index rose 0.3% month-over-month and 2.4% year-over-year, perfectly matching market forecasts.
In response to this news, Bitcoin reacted and is currently trading around $72,810. Considering that a few months ago during the same period it was trading at $69,500, the price fluctuations amid stable inflation figures are intriguing. The 24-hour increase rate is 1.26%, indicating tha

It seems that Indian regulators have begun to establish a comprehensive surveillance system for the cryptocurrency market. Looking at the new rules announced by the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) in January, a quite strict identity verification process will be implemented.
The burden on users is also increasing. In addition to verifying liveliness through live selfies, submitting multiple documents such as passports, driver's licenses, and local identification cards will become mandatory. Bank account verification will also be conducted with a small charge of 1 rupee. For high-risk customer

If you're involved in perpetual futures trading, there's a concept you absolutely must know: the funding rate. Many people surprisingly don't understand it well.
In simple terms, the funding rate is the fee exchanged periodically between long and short position holders. It functions as an incentive to keep the futures price aligned with the spot price when there's a divergence.
Here's how it works: when the funding rate is positive, traders holding long positions pay a fee to those holding short positions. Conversely, if it's negative, the opposite occurs. In other words, if the market is bull

Cryptocurrency trading is truly like a roller coaster ride. It goes up and down, and every day your heart is pounding. During such times, two reliable tools come to the rescue: TP (Take Profit) and SL (Stop Loss).
First, let's talk about TP. In simple terms, it's a target point where you decide, "Once I make this much profit, I’ll sell." For example, if you buy Bitcoin at $40,000, you might set a plan to sell once it reaches $47,000. When the price hits your TP, the trade automatically sells, locking in your profit. This way, you won’t miss the chance to take profits out of greed.
On the other

Regarding MACD divergence, there has been an increase in discussions within the trading community recently, so I want to organize some key points here.
First, there is a fundamental concept to understand. The appearance of divergence does not necessarily mean that the market will reverse. This is a common misconception. Divergence does not equal reversal; it is a sign of energy depletion. In other words, it indicates a higher likelihood that the market will enter a correction phase.
When looking at the 4-hour chart of BTC, there are cases where a clear MACD divergence is forming. However, the

People often talk about the primary market, but I’ve been thinking about how it actually works in practice.
Certainly, in theory, if you can get coins early on, you could aim for returns that are hundreds or even thousands of times greater than in the secondary market. But in reality, it’s not that easy. Even those who analyze charts daily in the secondary market can no longer expect the big returns like the initial rapid surge. That’s why some people believe it makes more sense to participate in the primary market.
But here’s the trap. While the initial market for cryptocurrencies does have l

When looking at the rankings of proven natural gas reserves, Russia and Iran occupy the top spots, but in reality, only Qatar, ranked third, is truly managing things effectively. Having resources alone isn't enough; controlling the market is everything.
Think about it. Natural gas is a unique commodity among energy sources. Unlike crude oil, it is concentrated in specific regions. Russia, Iran, Qatar, Turkmenistan—these four countries hold the majority of the world's reserves. Especially Qatar, a tiny country, ranking third in reserves is astonishing.
But here’s the key point. Iran’s reserves

Recently, I was reminded once again about the importance of APY. In the world of cryptocurrencies, if you want to maximize your earnings, you really need to understand this metric.
In fact, many people confuse APY with APR. This is a crucial point. APR is a simple annual interest rate, but APY reflects the true annual return, including the effects of compounding. In other words, interest earns interest.
For example, if the APR is 2% and the APY is 3%, that 1% difference is due to compounding. Your profits are reinvested to generate even more gains. Over the long term, this difference becomes v

What is cryptocurrency burn? It’s been a hot topic lately, but I think few people truly understand it. Simply put, it’s a mechanism where the project intentionally removes a portion of tokens from circulation.
Burning tokens basically means sending those coins to an inaccessible wallet address. Once sent there, those tokens can never be recovered. By reducing the supply, theoretically, the scarcity increases, which could lead to a price rise. However, it’s important to note that burning tokens doesn’t guarantee that the value will go up.
Apart from burning, there’s also a method called buyback

Wow, there's actually an AI-created meme coin called "Sugee Token." It was apparently launched in early March on Solana's pump.fun, and it's suddenly become a hot topic within the domestic community.
The trigger was the Sanae Token controversy. When Takafumi Horie said, "It looks like they're releasing some crazy token," that got spread around, so the word "crazy" itself was already generating buzz. Then, a meme coin claiming to be autonomously issued by AI appeared. They're promoting it as a fully fair launch with no human intervention... but honestly, it seems suspicious.
The price movement

Solana has recently shown a clear pattern of stabilization after a significant decline. It dropped to the $95 range during last month's sharp fall, but since then, it seems institutional investors have been buying in. Currently, it's hovering around $79, and over the past few days, there appears to be a return of capital inflows.
Looking at the chart, an interesting point is that while the price has been decreasing, the large-cap fund flow indicator (CMF) has been rising. This is called a "bullish divergence," meaning institutional investors have been accumulating at the lows. Since there hasn

Having reliable mobile communication while traveling abroad is really important, right? Recently, I’ve tried various international SIM services, and honestly, the choice can significantly impact the comfort of your trip.
When comparing price, data speed, and how easily speed restrictions are applied, my top picks are World eSIM and Glocal eSIM. Especially in Korea and Hawaii, you can stream videos smoothly, and it’s great that there are no restrictions even when using a lot of data. They feel more stable among international SIM options.
Ubigi offers excellent speed and pricing in Hawaii, but i

I've been researching various high-pressure washers lately, and surprisingly, there are so many types that it's easy to get confused. From recommended cordless high-pressure washers to traditional models, I’ve compared about 16 different units and realized that it ultimately depends on your intended use.
First, if you choose based on water pressure, models like Kyocera's RYOBI or Hidaka Sangyo's units are the strongest, with water flow over 20 times that of a standard tap. They can thoroughly remove dirt from exterior walls and mud from parking lots. Karcher’s K3 also offers about 11 times the

Tomato juice products that rank high in the rankings—I've actually tried several of them. Honestly, they vary completely depending on the manufacturer. I was unsure whether to choose Kagome, Del Monte, Ito En, or others, but after tasting them side by side, I finally understood.
First and foremost, the best ones are definitely the rich, thick types. They contain a lot of lycopene and truly showcase the natural tomato flavor. Especially those without added sugar or salt seem good for health-conscious people. However, because they are thick and viscous, they might not be suitable for people who

Eyebrow tinting — I've been trying out various products lately, and the difference in how long the color lasts is really noticeable. The Seven Days one keeps the color for 6 days, which seriously shortens my weekday makeup routine. Just making morning prep easier gives me more mental space. There are brush-tip and pen-tip types, but for beginners, the pen type is definitely better. The fine tip allows you to draw from the eyebrow head to tail at your own pace, and if you make a mistake, you can fix it immediately with a cotton swab. On the other hand, the Kozitto product is a peel-off type tha

Recently, I seriously decided to clean the exterior walls and balcony of my house, so I tried various pressure washers. In conclusion, I realized that choosing based on the balance between pressure strength and ease of use is the right approach.
Among the ones I tested, the Karcher K3 left a strong impression. It has more than 11 times the pressure of a standard garden hose, yet the noise level is around 75dB, so you don’t have to worry too much about disturbing neighbors even at night. It also has a wide cleaning area, so cleaning the exterior walls of a single-family home can be done in a da