📰 Geopolitics Rocked the Market—Crypto Still Stands

⚠️ A Wild Weekend: Panic and Plunge

This past weekend reminded us why crypto is never boring.

Rising geopolitical tension—particularly between the U.S. and Iran—sparked fear across global markets, and crypto was no exception. Within hours, Bitcoin slid sharply, breaking below the $99,000 mark for the first time in over a month. Ethereum followed closely, losing its grip on the $2,237 support zone. The impact was swift and costly—over a billion dollars’ worth of positions were liquidated in less than 24 hours.

For many traders, it was a painful weekend.

💪 Bounce Back: Crypto Proves Resilient

But just as quickly as the market fell, it began to recover.

By Monday, Bitcoin had bounced back to trade above $101,000, while Ethereum regained some strength and hovered near $2,246. Market activity surged, and the sentiment shifted from panic to patience. A major injection of stablecoins—over $2 billion in USDT—played a strong role in this rebound. Traders and institutions alike saw the dip as a buying opportunity.

Technical indicators began flashing green again. Whales resumed accumulation. Confidence is slowly returning.

🌍 The Regulation Race: Europe Steps Ahead

While the U.S. continues to debate its approach to digital assets, Europe is quietly moving forward. With new rules now active, crypto firms are already shifting more resources and infrastructure to the EU. Regulatory clarity is giving Europe a head start in becoming the next global crypto hub.

As the West plays chess with regulations, savvy projects and investors are watching closely—and repositioning.

📊 Market Snapshot – 48-Hour Overview

🔍 Top 5 Cryptos to Watch This Week

Want to stay ahead? Keep your eyes on these five:

1. Bitcoin (BTC)
   The king is holding the $100K line. A push past $107K could open the gates for a bullish move.

2. Ethereum (ETH)
   Showing signs of strength. If it breaks $2,300 with volume, expect momentum to build.

3. Solana (SOL)
   Hit hard by recent unlocks but approaching a potential bounce zone. One to watch for a reversal.

4. Pi Network (PI)
   Anticipation is building for its big event this week. High volatility expected.

5. Axelar (AXL)
   Under pressure, but technical patterns suggest a reversal may be forming. Risky, but rewarding.

Honorable Mentions: IMX and RUNE both have ecosystem upgrades coming that may drive fresh demand.

🧭 Strategy Tips for the Week Ahead

✅ Use dips wisely — they're often disguised opportunities.
✅ Track stablecoin flows — more liquidity = more confidence.
✅ Follow regulatory headlines — policy shifts can swing the market.
✅ Keep an eye on whale movements — they often lead the trend.

💡 Final Take

This weekend was a textbook example of how fast things can shift in crypto—from fear to frenzy, collapse to comeback. But in every drop, there's opportunity. The smart ones don’t just watch—they prepare, they position, they act.

Stay sharp, stay informed, and let the charts guide you.