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👀 New Thesis: Bull Run Ends Mid-2026
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GM, it’s looking good (for now).
Fresh global liquidity numbers from CapitalWar’s Michael Howell show a rapid uptick, driven mainly by China’s aggressive easing cycle. That backdrop is a long‑term win for risk assets.
Howell’s key takeaway, though, is that Trump’s tariff theatrics have stretched the liquidity cycle, now projected to peak around mid‑2026. If Bitcoin chopsolidates through this summer without losing the April lows, the second part of the bull run is likely yet to come.
This thesis is also supported by gold, which is constantly reaching new historical highs. Previously, the most rapid appreciation of BTC happened just after gold finished its run.
In the near term, expect volatility during today’s FOMC show at 2 p.m. EST. No rate cuts are expected, but a bullish presser could send Bitcoin flying. Remember, though, that any massive upside moves could still be smacked back down and cause the gigantic range to continue, especially if BTC loses $95.5k.
Overall, things are looking positive, though. Trump announced trade talks with China to happen later this week, which could resolve the current main pain point for markets.
Also, somewhere along the line, we should expect a so-called ‘earth-shattering’ announcement from the Orange Man himself. True to his current crypto shitcoiner form, he’s dropping an announcement of an announcement—classic.
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The important bits.
Chainlink introduces Chainlink Rewards
WLFI holders are voting on a proposed USD1 stablecoin airdrop
HeyANON DeFai projects updates on roadmap plans, read here
Berachain releases a new RFRVs governance update, read in full
Fomo app is now live on Solana, download for iOS or Android here
Fuel becomes the first real-time blockchain, watch feature video
Doodle NFT announces an upcoming DOOD airdrop
Even more important bits.
Zerebro dev releases fake suicide note and reveals token
Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade has gone live, improving the efficiency of the blockchain
Coinbase becomes exclusive crypto partner for Riot Games
First time in history a murder victim has spoken in court using AI
DWFLabs reveals their public secondary market wallets
Bitwise CIO warns that political gridlock in Washington could stall crypto’s momentum
Charts and stats of the day.
Standard Chartered predicts BNB could soar to $2,775 by 2028
The number of ppl depositing BTC to exchanges just hit a 9-year low
Cost of container shipping to US east coast from China is down 64% since August 2024
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SOL/USDT 1D Binance

SOL is showing a lot of strength and is sitting on a major volume node support level at $145. I suspect the edge-to-edge trade plays out to the $200 cloud top area. Trenches degeneracy is continuing to ramp up. It started with old cex-based memes making a comeback (Fartcoin ripped first, Popcat is still running, Chillguy has had a good run), but now we’re starting to see new memes run up close to $100m within a matter of days.
Trenches volume is good for the base asset, and there are also fundamentally interesting things happening. SOL has its own version of Strategy now, and they’re also addressing the long-time MEV issue. This is all bullish for manlet chain revival.
Come by the Lucky Luke Discord channel for comments, to roast my picks or to pump your own bags. All banter is welcome any time!

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— Sandra 🌊 (@sandraaleow)
2:48 AM • May 7, 2025

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To save you doom scrolling.
Moggers mog.
The @mogcoin community is getting support from Silicon Valley leaders, such as @elonmusk and @garrytan, who have changed their display pictures to those of wearing Pit Vipers and become a "Mog/acc" in the process. By @shauryamalwa.
— CoinDesk (@CoinDesk)
10:52 AM • May 7, 2025

It’s a tricky day today! I would stay off leverage until this week resolves.
Possibility of dart maul candles = high.
stay safe homies,
Hix0n 🫡
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