• 15 August, 2024
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Bitcoin and Ethereum Plunge: The Time to Buy the Dip?

Bitcoin and Ethereum Plunge: The Time to Buy the Dip?

Cryptocurrency market experienced a dramatic downturn, causing widespread discussion across social media platforms as highlighted by Santiment, a top analytic  firm. While Bitcoin price dropped to $52,400 and Ethereum fell to $2,100, many traders and investors began to question whether this was the long-awaited dip to buy into.

However, the overall sentiment on social media platforms suggested only a mild interest in buying the dip, with varying reactions from different communities. As the United States prepared for a new trading week, the potential for a more significant response loomed, particularly as emotional selloffs might hasten a rebound.

Despite the notable price drop, platforms such as Telegram exhibited minimal discussions about buying the dip. This lack of reaction indicated a subdued response from the community. Conversely, Reddit showed a quick spike in discussions, pointing to a more immediate interest in taking advantage of the lower prices. Twitter (X) and 4Chan saw discussions emerge slightly later, suggesting a delayed reaction from users on these platforms. Meanwhile, Bitcointalk users displayed no significant reaction, reflecting a general lack of interest in the dip buying opportunity. 

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The social sentiment across these platforms highlights the varied levels of enthusiasm for buying during this market downturn. While some traders were eager to seize the opportunity, the overall response was less pronounced than expected. As traders assessed the situation, the focus turned to the technical indicators to provide further insights into the market’s future direction.

Bitcoin/USD 1-Day price chart, Source: TradingView

As of press time, Bitcoin’s price stands at $53,728.36, with a 24-hour trading volume of $56,939,671,371. The cryptocurrency has plummeted by 11.46% in the past 24 hours. Notably, Bitcoin’s Relative Strength Index (RSI) reads 24.31, indicating that it is currently oversold. This suggests the potential for a price increase in the near future. However, the 1-day Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) is trading below the signal line, pointing to short-term downward momentum.

Ethereum/USD 1-day price chart, Source: TradingView

Similarly, Ethereum’s price at the time of writing is $2,349.89, with a 24-hour trading volume of $44,211,128,011. Ethereum has experienced a more substantial decline of 19.29% in the past 24 hours. Its RSI reads 41.50, indicating that the market is at oversold conditions. Meanwhile, the 1-day MACD is trading below the signal line, indicating strong bearish momentum.

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