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It Doesn't Matter Who Wins. The Printers Are Already On 💸

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State of the Market. Bitcoin Caught in the Election Crossfire 🤹‍♂️

Hold onto your hats, folks! The U.S. presidential race is heating up, and apparently, so is Bitcoin’s blood pressure. With the latest poll surprises showing a neck-and-neck race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, Bitcoin took a tumble, momentarily dipping to $67,600 before perking back up to $68,300. The rest of the crypto crowd? Not exactly in party mode either—Cardano and Avalanche saw nearly 6% drops. Yes, it turns out that even digital assets get political FOMO and are feeling the election-season jitters. 🗳️

To the Moon, Maybe? Support Levels and Bullish Hopes. Not to worry, crypto bulls aren’t throwing in the towel yet. With Bitcoin support levels hanging around $65,000 to $68,000, analysts are counting on those dips to attract bargain-hunting buyers. Over on Ether Avenue, the coin could rally above $2,850 if support holds strong, while everyone’s favorite meme coin, DOGE, and old-school LTC are gearing up for potential breakouts. And for the privacy enthusiasts, Monero is chilling between $135 and $180, waiting to make a break for $165.

Buckle up—whether it’s FOMO, FUD, or FOH (Fear of Harris?), this election is bringing the crypto market all kinds of flavors. 🍿

Come on $69k, don’t fail us!

Chart of the Day. Bulls in Control: The BTC Balancing Act 🐂💪

As long as Bitcoin keeps its footing above $66,500, the bulls are calling the shots—so say the analysts. With BTC comfortably seated above major moving averages, the next target looks like a tasty $73,679. But hold onto those diamond hands—recent signals hint at potential hiccups along the way.

Bearish Signals and Bumps Ahead 

Bitcoin’s latest chart patterns show a mix of “is it going up or down?” vibes. An engulfing pattern, a pumped-up RSI, and global headlines have analysts sounding a cautionary note. Geopolitical tension and Tether drama are lurking in the background, potentially causing BTC to take a breather, consolidate, or even dip. 🐻⚠️

The Path to Glory: All-Time High in Sight?

Still, optimism’s in the air! If BTC keeps its upward momentum, the all-time high might just be within reach. But remember, this is Bitcoin—a rollercoaster that plays by its own rules. Will the bulls stay strong and push us to new heights, or will the bears swipe back? As always, the only certain thing is volatility. Buckle up! 🚀 

Most Important News of the Day.

In over 20 documented instances, the FDIC has urged banks to pump the brakes on crypto services. Regulators clearly have concerns, and it’s fueling a new round of “Are we really doing this?” in the crypto industry. This move highlights the tug-of-war between innovation and regulatory oversight—because who wouldn’t love the occasional reality check from the authorities? 💸

The SEC is scrutinizing Immutable’s IMX token, serving up a Wells Notice for potential securities violations. The vibe? Less "token of the future" and more "legal paperwork nightmare." IMX joins the ever-growing list of crypto projects that are finding out that the SEC is, in fact, paying attention. 📜

The Blockchain Association is not holding back, calling for Gary Gensler's exit from the SEC chair after tallying $426 million in crypto costs. They argue his approach is all stick, no carrot. Maybe it’s time for someone who doesn’t see crypto as the industry equivalent of the Wild West? 🔥 

Bloomberg’s Eric Balchunas stands up for Bitcoin ETFs, claiming they’re actually a boon for Bitcoin prices. Despite market volatility, he believes ETFs bring credibility and stability to Bitcoin’s value. Institutional demand might just be BTC’s new BFF. 💼

Bitcoin ETFs recorded their highest inflows since March, suggesting institutional investors are diving back in. Some analysts are even pointing to Coinbase as a buying opportunity. When traditional finance takes a shine to crypto, we all know what that usually means—price swings incoming! 🎯

Just when you thought MicroStrategy was done hoarding Bitcoin, they’re back with a plan to raise $42 billion. Despite financial bumps, Michael Saylor’s faith in Bitcoin is nothing short of religious. Forget quarterly revenues; it’s all about the BTC count. 🏦

With tighter regulations in the U.S. and Europe, blockchain developers are heading east. Asia’s emerging as the new crypto dev hub where the rules aren’t so… rigid. In other words, why play by the rules when you can go where innovation is still welcomed? 🌏

Florida isn’t messing around, with over $800 million in crypto-related investments already on the books. The state’s even considering adding Bitcoin to its pension funds. Let’s just say, it’s about to get a lot more interesting for retirees in the Sunshine State.

October was a rough month, with hacks and scams racking up $129 million in losses. Among the worst-hit were Radiant Capital and M2 Exchange. Turns out, “spooky season” isn’t just about costumes—some wallets got ghosted, too. 💥 

EigenLayer’s Justin Drake and Dankrad Feist are stepping away from their roles after revealing substantial token earnings, raising eyebrows over potential conflicts of interest. This adds fuel to the ongoing debate over ethics and transparency in crypto—because apparently, too much skin in the game can raise some serious questions. 🤔