Savings Concerns, Altcoin Milestones, and BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF

Introduction

Welcome to my latest newsletter, where I delve into the pressing issue of savings among Americans, explore a thread about key indicators for altcoins, examine the potential impact of a Bitcoin ETF by BlackRock, and everything else that has caught my attention!

What I read today:

The low savings rates among Americans, with a quarter having few savings and one in ten having none, are concerning. Gender disparities, lower wages for women, and higher student loan debt contribute to lower savings. Married individuals, particularly those with higher education and dual incomes, tend to have more significant savings. Despite high disposable incomes, Americans do not save as much as people in other developed nations. Improved financial education and support are needed to promote a culture of saving and financial resilience.

Great thread on when an altcoin is “done”:

Here are my notes on it:

Rule for when an altcoin is "done"

Consider market cap milestones: when an altcoin reaches 10 million ETH (10% of Ethereum supply) or 2 million BTC (10% of Bitcoin supply), this may be a potential inflection point. Selling your holdings in this altcoin and switching to ETH or BTC can be a prudent strategy.

Watch altcoin performance: the above examples show altcoins that reached the above milestones and then experienced a downtrend. This suggests that reaching these milestones could mark a peak for many altcoins.

Developers may sell out: once altcoins reach the top ranks and their market cap milestones, developers may have gained significant wealth and may begin to sell their holdings. This could contribute to the downward trend of the altcoin.

Be cautious with late-stage investments: It is not advisable to invest in altcoins when they have already gained great popularity. It is better to invest in Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC) or consider high-quality altcoins at an early stage before they are widely discussed.

The unit consideration can be misleading: The integer units of measure of the various cryptocurrencies can lead to distorted perceptions. It is important to recognize that altcoins, regardless of their overall supply, tend to face similar challenges and potential downturns at certain market cap milestones.

Focus on quality altcoins: If you are unsure which altcoins to invest in, it is recommended that you give preference to Ethereum (ETH). Ethereum has established itself as a leading cryptocurrency with a strong developer community and a wide range of use cases.

What I saw today:

Here are my notes on it: 

BlackRock CEO, Larry Fink, commented on Bitcoin, stating that crypto is digitizing gold and a Bitcoin ETF could democratize the sector.

• BlackRock has a strong track record of getting ETFs approved, making Fink's comments significant.

• Approval of a Bitcoin ETF could attract investors who are not interested in purchasing Bitcoin directly, potentially mobilizing trillions of dollars in investment.

• A Bitcoin ETF approval could cause a bullish rally, while denial might temporarily impact the market, but BlackRock is expected to take action to rectify any denial.

• BlackRock's involvement in the Bitcoin ETF scene is exciting, but some have concerns about their intentions to control and manipulate markets.

• A Bitcoin ETF approval could lead to increased adoption of Bitcoin, retirement account investments, and potentially pave the way for an Ethereum ETF.

• There is increasing interest from institutional investors like BlackRock and Fidelity in Bitcoin.

• The potential scarcity of Bitcoin and interest from institutional investors could impact the cryptocurrency market.

• Technical indicators suggest a potential positive outlook for Bitcoin's price, but caution is advised, as market timing is crucial.

• Selling behavior of Bitcoin miners and increasing buying activity from various accounts impact the price of Bitcoin.

• The likelihood and impact of an economic recession on Bitcoin are debated, with contrasting opinions on the market's reaction.

• The AI revolution and the potential for trillions of dollars in value creation are mentioned.

• The completion of the Federal Reserve's tightening cycle is seen as a reason to maintain a bullish stance.

• The potential impact of a recession on cryptocurrency markets is discussed, with the possibility of short, shallow recessions leading to market pumps.

• Specific altcoins like Holochain and Litecoin, as well as Polkadot, Radiant Capital, Libra Finance, and Prisma Finance, are mentioned as projects of interest.

• Trust in BlackRock as a financial institution is questioned, with concerns about their own gains rather than supporting the crypto or Bitcoin revolution.

‼️ Remember to conduct further research and analysis before making any investment decisions. Always do your own research!

What I listened to today:

What I liked today:

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What I learned today:

What are TLTROs?

TLTRO stands for "Targeted Longer-Term Refinancing Operations."

The European Central Bank (ECB) is an important institution responsible for monetary policy in Europe. It wants to make sure that banks have enough money to lend to businesses and people so that the economy does well.

One way the ECB helps banks get money is through what are called TLTROs. This means that the ECB gives banks cheap loans. The banks can then use that money to lend to businesses and people.

But why is it called Targeted Longer-Term Refinancing Operations? It's because the ECB sets certain conditions under which the banks receive the money. For example, banks must use the borrowed money for certain purposes, such as lending to businesses or investing in certain areas.

The term "Longer-Term" means that banks can borrow the money for a longer period of time. They don't have to pay it back immediately but have more time to return it.

So the goal of TLTROs is to help banks get money and then pass it on to businesses and people so the economy can grow. It's part of the ECB's efforts to stimulate the economy and promote financial stability in Europe.

Random Thoughts:

I can't remember where I got it, but I like the thought of it and I think it holds a lot of truth:

"To reignite your imagination, learn to be comfortable with the absence of stimulus. Thoughts, like mushrooms, bloom in darkness."

That’s it for today! ☺️