Ivan discusses recent developments in the cryptocurrency market, particularly focusing on Bitcoin and the potential impact of political changes.
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He notes that while Bitcoin's price has remained relatively stable around $58,000, there have been significant prints of USDC on the Solana blockchain, totaling $750 million in just a few days.
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Ivan interprets this as a sign of the start of a new short-term cycle within the broader bull market.
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Ivan emphasizes the potential impact of political changes, particularly the possibility of Donald Trump winning the upcoming U.S. presidential election.
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He suggests that Trump's potential victory could lead to more crypto-friendly policies and regulations. Ivan states, "The likelihood of a Trump presidency is the single most mispriced aspect of crypto right now."
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Ivan also mentions that Trump will be speaking at Bitcoin 2024 in Nashville, marking the first time a U.S. president has spoken at a Bitcoin conference.
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He believes this could lead to increased global adoption of Bitcoin, with other countries following suit if the U.S. takes a more supportive stance.
Throughout the discussion, Ivan maintains an optimistic outlook on the future of cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin and Ethereum.