Analysis
Huobi token saw a 90% flash crash, recovery; community blames high sales, market downturn
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Huobi token saw a 90% flash crash, recovery; community blames high sales, market downturn Dorian Batycka · 1 hour ago · 2 min read
The decline led to over $200,000,000 of market cap gone from HT within an hour, only to recover by over 1000% minutes after.
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Updated: March 10, 2023 at 12:09 am
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Huobi, the 17th largest crypto exchange, has seen its native token collapse by 90% in a flash crash during Thursday trading.
At 3:45 pm, HT was trading at $4.70. By 4:10 pm, it was down to $1.83. By 6:00 pm, it was back up $3.90, 30% lower than it had started the day.
Huobi Token (HT) is the native cryptocurrency of the Huobi Global exchange, based on the Ethereum blockchain and launched in January 2018. It is used to reduce commissions for trading, purchase VIP-status plans, vote on exchange decisions and receive crypto rewards.
The decline led to over $200,000,000 of market cap gone from HT within an hour, only to recover by over 1000% minutes after.
The flash crash of the token today led to some interesting theories online.
Kaiko claims high sales
According to a tweet by a Kaiko researcher, sales worth $2 million were reported in the five minutes leading up to the crash, which is significantly higher than the usual $600,000 buys on the HT-USDT pair. Despite a 24% decline over the past 24 hours, the token has rebounded and is currently trading at $3.70 on Huobi.
Market downtown
Some speculated that the downturn has more to do with broader negative market sentiment. @IdleHeroesTT said: “exchanges are a blessing and a curse. Genuinely feel like cryptos upwards price movement can only truly continue (asides from macro events) when we have a reliable, regulated on-ramp for fiat. Sad to see it has come to this point.”
This price volatility is particularly noteworthy since HT is one of the larger cryptocurrencies, with a market capitalization of approximately $630 million after the rebound. Justin Sun, founder of the Tron blockchain and a significant holder of the token, is also a key figure in the exchange’s strategy, making it a closely watched asset by crypto traders.
Huobi hopeful for Hong Kong License
Recently, Sun expressed confidence that Huobi, one of Asia’s leading blockchain platforms, will be granted a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license by Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC).
Upon that news two weeks ago, the HT token surged 24% in price.
The new licensing regime was enacted on March 1 to ensure compliance with Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Funding, as outlined by the Financial Action Task Force.
Huobi was the first crypto exchange to apply for the license and has held talks with the SFC to advise on developing an appropriate digital asset framework. Though Sun had previously denied involvement with Huobi, he has since confirmed that he has taken on an advisory role with the exchange.
A day before March 9’s large flash crash, Huobi ominously tweeted:
Like if relatable. #Huobi x #Crypto pic.twitter.com/Rzl8ZxIgsV
— Huobi (@HuobiGlobal) March 9, 2023
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Analysis
EUR/USD Hits 6-Week High, As Greenback Weakens Following Fed Hike
Published
4 hours agoon
March 23, 2023
EUR/USD raced to a six-week high on Thursday, as markets continued to react to the U.S. Federal Reserve’s 25-basis-point rate hike. The greenback was lower across the board, falling versus several G7 currencies, including the British pound.
EUR/USD
On Thursday, the world’s most traded currency pair rose for a sixth straight session, as markets continued to digest yesterday’s rate hike.
The Federal Reserve opted to increase rates by 0.25%, despite recent uncertainty in the banking sector.
Following the announcement, Fed Chair Jerome Powell stated that “FOMC participants don’t see rate cuts this year, it is not our baseline expectations.”
Overall, it appears that lowering inflation remains the priority for the Fed, with the U.S. Treasury exploring ways to guarantee client deposits should any further banks face liquidity issues.
EUR/USD rose to an intraday high of $1.0929 in today’s session, which is its highest rate since February 3.
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Analysis
Biggest Movers: DOGE Rebounds, LTC Climbs 13% Higher
Published
9 hours agoon
March 23, 2023
Litecoin was one of Thursday’s biggest gainers, as prices rose by as much as 13% in today’s session. This came despite the global crypto market cap shifting lower, down 1.65% as of writing. Dogecoin was also higher, as the meme coin rebounded from Wednesday’s losses.
Litecoin (LTC)
Litecoin (LTC) has been one of Thursday’s biggest gainers, as prices rose by as much as 13% in today’s session.
LTC/USD raced to an intraday high of $91.70 in today’s session, a day after falling to a low of $79.95.
As a result of the move, LTC climbed to its strongest point since March 3, when the token reached a peak of $95.49.
Overall, the move has pushed the 10-day (red) moving average closer to an upwards crossover with the 25-day (blue) moving average.
Although some will be anticipating a cross, there appears to be a hurdle in place, which comes in the form of a ceiling on the relative strength index (RSI).
At the time of writing, the index is tracking at 55.35, which is marginally below the aforementioned resistance zone at 56.00.
Dogecoin (DOGE)
Dogecoin (DOGE) was also higher in today’s session, as the meme coin rose to a five-day high.
Following a low of $0.07213 on Wednesday, DOGE/USD rose to a peak of $0.07819 earlier today.
The move saw DOGE rebound from yesterday’s losses, hitting its highest point since last Saturday in the process.
Looking at the chart, today’s surge has sent the 10-day (red) moving average to the brink of a cross with its 25-day (blue) counterpart.
This typically is a sign of upcoming rallies, which like with LTC, will have to come once the RSI breaks free of a current point of resistance.
Price strength is currently tracking at 51.38, which is slightly below a ceiling at the 52.00 mark.
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Analysis
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: BTC Below $28,000, ETH Falls Under $1,800 Following Fed Rate Hike
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11 hours agoon
March 23, 2023
Bitcoin moved below $28,000 on Thursday, as markets reacted to the latest Federal Reserve interest rate hike. The Fed opted to increase rates by 25 basis points (bps) as many had anticipated, and signal one more hike this year. Ethereum was also lower on the news, falling below $1,800.
Bitcoin
Bitcoin (BTC) dropped below $28,000 on Thursday, as markets continued to react to the latest Federal Reserve rate hike.
The Fed moved to increase rates by 25 basis points, whilst signaling that no cuts will be made this year.
BTC/USD fell to an intraday low of $26,760.00 on the news, which comes a day after trading at a peak of $28,803.34.
From the chart, the decline appears to have come as a result of the relative strength index (RSI) failing to break out of a ceiling at 72.00.
As of writing, the index is tracking at 66.54, with the next visible point of support at the 62.00 mark.
Overall, prices are still relatively overbought, which could lead to further bears reentering the market in the coming days.
Ethereum
In addition to BTC, ethereum (ETH) was also back in the red on Thursday, with prices moving below $1,800.
Following a high of $1,821.46 on Wednesday, ETH/USD declined to a low of $1,717.77 earlier in today’s session.
As a result of the slippage, ethereum neared a recent point of support at the $1,715 mark, however bulls have so far rejected a breakout.
Looking at the chart, the 10-day (red) moving average remained in an upward trend, which could be a sign of future bullish momentum.
Price strength is currently tracking at 58.02, which is marginally above a floor at 57.00, resulting in ETH jumping from earlier lows.
At the time of writing, ethereum is tracking at $1,756.34.
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