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Viction (VIC) is a scalable EVM-compatible L1 blockchain powering web3 with its World Wide Chain Protocol, gas-free transactions and fast PoSV network.

A surprise announcement by Binance on Mar 12, 2025, regarding the listing of the VIC token on its 

 platform with a leverage of 75x, sent the 

 (L1) project on a price rally that has made investors take note. Within 24 hours of the announcement, VIC’s price had risen by over 81%, with its 

Viction, which hosts some of the top projects on 

, is on a mission to create an ecosystem that enables fast, secure and affordable blockchain transactions. Let’s dig deeper into Viction and learn why it’s causing a buzz in the crypto market.

 (EVM)–compatible L1 blockchain designed to provide a framework for scalable, fast and cost-efficient blockchain transactions that will encourage mass adoption.

In November 2023, TomoChain announced that it had rebranded to Viction in order to accommodate the project's expanding vision of creating a blockchain that would power technological development for the masses. Viction was born as a symbol of TomoChain's new identity as a key player in using blockchain to change people's lives. 

The Viction blockchain, built with efficiency in mind, uses a 

 (PoS) voting consensus mechanism whereby token holders vote for Masternodes to secure the network. This enables at least 2,000 

As a people-centric network, Viction provides an open-source framework on which developers can build easy and affordable blockchain apps. Developers can also submit their projects on Viction Horizon, a hackathon platform designed to unlock human potential through blockchain.

Viction also has a wide range of products designed to empower crypto enthusiasts to maneuver the complex blockchain landscape. The Viction Wallet provides web3 users with a secure and private browser extension to stake VIC and to buy, sell and store 

There's also the Viction Bridge, which enables users to quickly and affordably bridge crypto tokens, such as 

VIC is the native token for the Viction ecosystem. It's used for governance, staking and rewarding Masternodes that secure the Viction network.

The Viction ecosystem consists of the following components that play distinct roles in ensuring the network maintains integrity and performs well.

Masternodes are specialized servers responsible for producing and validating blocks within the Viction network. A total of 150 Masternodes have been designated to secure the entire Viction ecosystem. To become a Masternode operator, an individual or entity must deposit at least 50,000 VIC tokens, and apply through a governance 

Once elected, Masternodes participate in a round-robin process to produce and validate blocks, ensuring efficient transaction processing. To enhance security, Viction employs a double validation mechanism whereby a second, randomly selected Masternode verifies each block before it's added to the blockchain, reducing the risk of attacks. ​

You can stake your VIC tokens with Viction Masternodes to help secure the network and maintain its efficiency. Doing so earns you staking rewards, a good form of 

. Locking your tokens also earns you a right to vote on important decisions regarding the Viction network, including the election of Masternodes/validators.

Within the context of Viction, “validators” refers to the Masternodes themselves, as they’re responsible for validating transactions and producing blocks. The terms "masternodes" and "validators" are often used interchangeably within the network. These validators ensure that all transactions comply with the network's rules and maintain its blockchain's integrity.

Delegators are VIC token holders who prefer not to run a Masternode, but still wish to participate in staking. They delegate their tokens to existing Masternodes, strengthening the network's security and efficiency. In return, delegators receive a share of the rewards earned by the Masternode to which they’ve delegated their tokens.

In its efforts to create a cost-efficient and inclusive blockchain for all web3 users, Viction has developed (and continues to develop) various products that align with this vision. The Viction infrastructure consists of the following key features:

The Viction World Wide Chain Protocol (WWCP) is a novel solution consisting of a network of app chains that operate concurrently and use Viction as a common settlement point. The product, developed in collaboration with 

 Labs, is designed to facilitate seamless asset and data transfers between blockchain DApp builders.

 on the Viction mainnet that facilitate these transfers. Assets on WWCP benefit from a shared bridge contract, simpler liquidity management and easier/faster transactions.

Viction’s data availability (DA) layer runs as an independent module separate from the main Viction blockchain. This means that developers building on other blockchain networks can leverage this product for their data needs.

 (POL) and GlitchD. The DA helps them scale and become more interoperable and flexible across the larger blockchain ecosystem.

Some of the key features that builders can access on the Viction DA include the following:

High gas fees have been a persistent challenge to blockchain users, especially due to the complex activities involved when transacting. To counter this, Viction developed the VRC25 token standard, which facilitates near-zero gas fees when transacting (there's a VRC725 standard designed for NFTs).

Projects on Viction can integrate the VRC-25 token standard into their tokens, allowing them to pay gas fees on behalf of the user and making it possible to offer zero-fee gas transactions on the user's end. Developers can also expand the features on their tokens to pay gas fees instead of using the native VIC token.

The zero-fee gas transactions feature on Viction makes it affordable for crypto users to engage in 

. It also eliminates the complexities associated with blockchain transactions, encouraging more crypto-curious beginners to engage in web3 activities.

VIC is the native cryptocurrency for the Viction network, as well as the reserve cryptocurrency for third-party apps powered by Viction.

The use cases for VIC token are as follows:

​Viction's tokenomics underwent significant changes following the implementation of Viction Improvement Proposal #1 (VIP#1) and the subsequent hard fork on Oct 29, 2024. These changes were designed to enhance the network's security, incentivize participation and ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of the ecosystem.

Initially, Viction had a total supply of 100 million VIC tokens. However, after the hard fork, the total supply expanded to 210 million VIC tokens, with 20 million VIC tokens immediately added to boost the circulating supply.

Also, following support for a second proposal, Viction held an 

 through the Viction Retrodrop program, whereby stakers, active users and governance participants would be rewarded with VIC tokens for their contributions to the Viction ecosystem.

You can buy VIC on Bybit’s Spot trading terminal as the 

As of Mar 26, 2025, Viction has a market cap of $30 million and is priced at $0.25. This is a 93.6% drop from its all-time high of $3.88 on Sep 6, 2021, and a 77.4% increase from its all-time low of $0.14 on Mar 13, 2020.

Crypto price prediction experts have mixed forecasts for Viction’s future price. According to CoinCodex, VIC 

 a maximum price of $0.23 in 2027 and drop to $0.13 by 2030.

However, another price forecasting platform, DigitalCoinPrice, is highly bullish on the future price of Viction. Its experts 

 VIC may hit $0.90 in 2027, and rise to $1.36 by 2030.

While some of these price predictions seem bullish, they aren’t financial advice. We highly recommend that you 

 before investing in Viction or any other cryptocurrencies.

Viction is revolutionizing the web3 space with products such as its World Wide Chain Protocol, data availability (DA) and gas-free transactions feature. These products are designed to attract crypto users, including developers, who want to explore blockchain technology's limitless opportunities. Viction’s people-focused design and mass-adoption vision make it a project to watch in the fast-paced blockchain space. 

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In this tutorial, we’ll explore how you can complete a series of tasks in Haedal for Bybit Web3 Airdrop Arcade.

In this tutorial, we’ll explore how you can complete a series of tasks in Haedal for 

Task: Deposit more than $5 and become a haeVault LP

: Navigate to the Haedal Vault page and click on 

: Once your wallet is connected, select the pool you’re interested in. For this example, we’ll be using the 

: Input the amount of SUI you’d like to deposit, and the USDC amount will automatically be calculated. Then, click on 

Please note that the total deposit amount needs to be greater than $5 in order to pass verification.

: A pop-up window will appear. Confirm the details and click on 

. Then, approve the transaction in your Bybit Wallet to proceed.

Congratulations! You’ve successfully become a haeVault LP and can now enjoy this pool's simple and high yields.

If you only have one asset on hand, you may choose to try out the 

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, select your preferred asset, input the amount and click on 

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The Ethereum network is set to undergo the Pectra upgrade, aimed at addressing critical performance issues and enhancing Ethereum’s competitive edge against rival blockchains. 

The Ethereum network is set to undergo the Pectra upgrade, aimed at addressing critical performance issues and enhancing Ethereum’s competitive edge against rival blockchains. This upgrade is particularly urgent, due to Ethereum's underperformance relative to Bitcoin (BTC) and other smart contract–enabled platforms. 

The Pectra upgrade includes several Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) designed to improve network scalability, staking efficiency and user experience. Key features include validator consolidation (EIP-7251), which allows for variable stake sizes, and streamlined withdrawal mechanisms (EIP-7002), which simplify the staking process. The upgrade is anticipated to be released in early Q2 2025, following initial plans for Q1.

Technical improvements and their implications

The Pectra upgrade introduces a range of technical enhancements focused on improving the efficiency of 

 processes. EIP-7251 will change the validator balance requirements, enabling validators to consolidate their stakes into larger amounts, thereby reducing the total number of validators and alleviating network congestion. This consolidation will help maintain decentralization while improving scalability. EIP-7002 will facilitate easier withdrawal of staked ETH by separating validator keys from withdrawal keys, allowing for partial withdrawals and reducing trust assumptions for delegated stakers.

Additionally, changes related to blob space (EIP-7691) will increase the space available for 

 (L2) transactions, which is critical for improving transaction throughput and lowering fees. EIP-7623 will modify the cost structure for using calldata, further incentivizing the use of blob space and optimizing transaction efficiency. These improvements collectively aim to enhance Ethereum’s transaction capacity and lower operational costs, increasing its appeal for developers and users alike.

Despite the anticipated benefits of the Pectra upgrade, market expectations appear cautious. Ethereum has consistently underperformed against BTC and other altcoins, with traders reacting negatively to broader macroeconomic conditions, rather than network-specific developments. Historical patterns show that previous upgrades have led to immediate sell-offs, due to “sell-the-news” phenomena — suggesting that traders may not view these upgrades as immediate catalysts for price increases.

Currently, ETH options markets are exhibiting higher implied volatility compared to those for BTC, indicating uncertainty surrounding Pectra's impact. However, this elevated volatility may also reflect broader market trends, rather than Ethereum-specific factors. As the Pectra upgrade approaches, the Ethereum community remains focused on enhancing the network’s long-term scalability and competitiveness. Overall, while Pectra aims to solidify Ethereum's position in the blockchain ecosystem, its success will largely depend upon market sentiment and the network's ability to execute these technical improvements effectively.

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Trading

Candlestick

The cup and handle chart pattern indicates a bullish trend and makes buying opportunities easy to spot. But is this pattern reliable? Learn more.

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The cup and handle indicator is a technical pattern found on crypto price charts. It indicates the correction of a previous uptrend and eventually signals its resumption. The pattern exhibits clearly defined entry and risk levels but can be difficult to interpret in crypto markets due to fragmented volume metrics.

This trading guide explains the importance of the patterns and how you can formulate a strategic trading style to make the best out of it. We’ll be discussing the ins and outs of the indicator and to help you understand some of the limitations. 

A cup and handle pattern is a consolidation chart pattern signaling bullish in which prices correct a portion of a previous uptrend, then rebound back toward the previous high, forming the “cup.” Prices then trade sideways, creating the “handle” which, when completed, signals a breakout to new highs.

. I learned to trade stocks 20 years ago using his methods, including the cup and handle pattern. This pattern is found a lot in the stock market and is beginning to appear frequently within the crypto market.

The cup and handle pattern can be found within a variety of time frames, from hourly, weekly to monthly charts. However, it is more powerful on daily chart time frames. There are a couple of variations of the pattern, but they all have a similar look.

Characteristics of the Cup and Handle Pattern

The cup and handle pattern appears after a big rally where the market needs to pause and catch its breath. The pattern consists of five key components, which then lead to a breakout higher.

The first four components help shape the structure for the pattern’s name because they form the outline of a cup with a handle.

After a big uptrend in price (#1), the market begins to correct lower (#2), shaping the first half of the cup. The dip in #2 generally retraces about 30–50% of the length of the previous uptrend. However, there are instances where a deeper correction may take hold. Once a bottom is formed, prices will begin to rally (#3). This rally pauses within 10% of the previous high. At this point, the cup portion of the pattern has been created. 

Now that prices are near their old high, bullish traders stop buying and wait to see if a breakout takes place. Traders who bought near the old high are thankful and nervous at the same time. They are thankful that prices have rebounded back to the old high, but nervous about another selloff. They are considered weak hands. Hence, selling the asset gradually, creating the handle (#4). 

However, the total volume begins to decrease as the market is running out of sellers. The price trend is from sideways to slightly lower, and it carves the handle of the pattern.

In the end, the pattern takes the shape of a coffee cup with a handle on the right side.

The pattern is confirmed when prices break above the high of the handle as the previous uptrend continues.

The cup and handle pattern cannot exist without a prior uptrend. As a result, the pattern is found frequently within the crypto market.

There are a couple of variations to this pattern that crypto traders need to be aware of. First, there are times when the handle portion of the pattern develops above the old high. This is considered the “high handle.” Secondly, since the market is fractal, these patterns will form on a variety of charting time frames, including intraday charts.

One of the characteristics of the cup and handle pattern is that the handle must form within 10% of the old high. There are times when the market is extremely bullish and the handle pushes slightly above the old high but remains within 10% of it. These situations are considered to have a high handle.

In the above example, we see a cup with a high handle. The handle forms above the old high, rather than below. The result of the pattern remains the same where it is a minor breakout higher, but then prices trade sideways on declining volume to form the handle. The pattern is confirmed when the market breaks above the highest price of the handle.

When William O’Neil first identified the cup and handle pattern, the focus was on daily chart time frames. Now that charting software has made access to intraday charts easier, variations of this pattern have emerged such that it can be found within intraday chart time frames.

The intraday pattern operates similarly but concludes more quickly. In the Bitcoin example above, we are using a 4-hour chart. All of the necessary ingredients are present, including the volume spikes. During the retracement portion, you want to see increasing down in volume. On the rally portion of the cup, you want to see increasing volume. Then, during the formation of the handle, trading volume will ideally shrink as both buyers and sellers are shaken out.

The Bitcoin chart above also illustrates a high handle, which we discussed in the previous section. After the successful cup and handle portion of the chart, Bitcoin breaks out and accelerates higher.

The inverted cup is the reversal pattern indicating a momentum sell short signal signaling a bearish continuation pattern. The chart patterns happen within a span of three to six months and volume plays a role in the completion of the pattern and the confirmation of the breakout from an uptrend. At the same time, the inverted cup top is formed when there are more sellers bidding for the price to go down. When it happens, it indicates the end of the bull markets.

The inverted handle pattern forms when the asset emerges out and begins to fall from the right side of an inverted cup. However, a true inverted handle happens when it fails to break down and finally meets the 

To spot a true inverted cup and handle pattern, the shape needs to be obvious and the trend line needs to curve up and then down like an upside-down cup. When this reversal pattern happens, it tells you that it is not a good probability to trade if pullback or correction is not on the way.

How To Identify the Cup and Handle Pattern

The cup and handle pattern starts with an uptrend, followed by a 30–50% correction. Use the Fibonacci retracement tool to measure out the previous uptrend, then look for the correction to retrace near the 30–50% zone.

After the market has retracted into the 30–50% zone, look for a rally to begin pressing prices back toward the old high.

As prices approach the old high, a failed breakout traps both recent buyers and buyers at the bottom of the base. Recent buyers see their small floating gain evaporate, and buyers at the bottom of the base fear a 

Both sets of buyers exit the market; as a result of this entrapment, these buyers are nervous and slowly sell out, creating the handle of the pattern.

The handle must form in less time than it takes to form the cup. On most occasions, the handle will form in about 1/5 to 1/3 of the time required to form the cup. 

Additionally, the handle needs to stay in the upper half of the cup and not drop into the lower half of the cup’s price range. For example, if the cup forms between a price range of $1.0 to $2.0, then the handle needs to form within $1.50 to $2.0. If the handle pushes too low, then it will be ineffective at trapping short sellers.

An effective handle will drift lower, rather than trend lower. This sows doubt among short-sellers, who become nervous about the failed trend to the downside. As a result, they close out their positions, which adds a little buying pressure to the market, popping the price a little.

Then, new buyers enter the market as they see the technical setup complete, pushing the market above prior highs. This adds even more strength to the bullish trend.

The cup and handle pattern is an effective combination to flush out weak holders. 

To trade the cup and handle pattern, wait for technical levels of resistance to break. There are two areas where traders can buy the resistance break. 

First, draw a resistance trend line encompassing the high prices of the handle. A break at the resistance trend line is your signal to buy. The second opportunity to buy is a break above the high of the handle. Waiting for a break above the handle’s high is a more conservative approach, as you are seeking confirmation from the market that the price is hitting new highs.

The risk and stop loss on the trade will be set at the low of the handle. This way, if the breakout fails and falls back below the handle’s low, then you can close out the trade at a small loss and move on to the next opportunity.

If the breakout is successful, then you can consider moving your stop loss to the breakeven level, locking in the trade without experiencing a loss.

The target for the cup and handle pattern is fairly simple. Measure the distance from the cup high to the cup low and project that same distance beginning at the handle’s low point. So long as the handle remains in the upper half of the cup, this level of price projection leads to an attractive risk-to-reward ratio on the trade.

Here is an example of the cup and handle pattern in a Bitcoin chart from 2019. 

After rallying 25%, the market corrected lower approximately 50% on increasing bearish volume. Then, the market rallied to come within 3% of the previous high.

At that point, the cup of the pattern was completed and the handle was about to begin. The handle drifted lower on decreasing trading volume. The pricing of the handle remained within the upper portion of the cup, so all of the necessary ingredients were present for a bullish breakout.

Once the handle was finished, Bitcoin rallied higher on increasing volume, which led to new highs.

Below is another chart, a cup and handle example for Ethereum.

After rallying 300% to begin 2021, Ethereum began consolidating the uptrend to form the cup. The cup was relatively shallow, at nearly 30% of the previous uptrend. After correcting, the price rallied back to near the old high to finalize the cup.

As the handle began to develop, its slight downward slope, coupled with decreasing trading volume, was a big clue that this may be a minor consolidation. This was a relatively long handle, but once it had finished, Ethereum rallied on increasing volume.

Indicators To Identify the Cup and Handle Pattern

Aside from having a clearly defined pattern with specific entry and exit parameters, this chart pattern is a favorite among traders because it is simple to identify. There aren’t a lot of fancy indicators or technical tools needed to spot the pattern.

 needed to help you identify the pattern:

As you know by now, the pattern consists of two parts, the cup plus the handle. The pattern cannot be anticipated until nearly all of the cup is completed and the price is near the old high.

As a result, the trader will need to highlight the old high with a horizontal resistance line. Additionally, as the right side of the cup is created, we need to observe several bullish candles on rising trade volume. An easy way to figure this out is to place a 50-period 

This moving average indicates the average volume for the last 50 periods. You want to see several bullish candles with volume above the 50-period moving average, while most of the bearish candles remain below the moving average. If a large bullish and bearish volume candle are next to each other, you want to see the bullish candle display a higher volume than the bearish candle.

Once the cup is completed, the handle will begin to develop. The handle will be marked by sloping trend lines. These trend lines should have a slight downward slant to them. The important trend line is the resistance trend line, which is the top line. If prices break above resistance on rising volume, then the market will likely continue its trend higher.

Limitations of the Cup and Handle Pattern

Like any form of pattern and technical analysis, there are times when this predictor works well and other times when the forecast does not work out. There are situations when the reliability of the cup and handle pattern is diminished.

The cup and handle pattern is the result of a bullish breakout. When the broad market is in a bullish trend, that makes the breakout a higher probability move. However, if the broad market is in a bearish trend, then a bullish breakout is less likely to occur. 

Bitcoin and Ethereum are the two largest cryptocurrencies, commanding approximately 60% of crypto’s total 

. If both Bitcoin and Ethereum are in an uptrend, then the chance of a bullish breakout is higher. If both Bitcoin and Ethereum are in a downtrend, then a bullish breakout has a smaller chance of occurring.

Apply the Cup and Handle Pattern to Large and Growing Cryptocurrencies

A major limitation to the cup and handle pattern is evidenced when applying it to small cryptocurrencies that do not have a large following. The cup and handle pattern works best with cryptocurrencies that are growing their following. The more buying and selling interest that exists, the better the gauge of the pull between buyers and sellers. 

Overall Volume Makes a Difference but It May Be Difficult to Obtain

 of a crypto asset makes a difference in determining a cup and handle pattern. However, crypto trading takes place on many different exchanges — and even off the exchange. Therefore, arriving at an accurate volume figure is extremely difficult.

The cup and handle pattern has been around for over 30 years and is widely followed by many technical traders. Though limitations of the pattern are not to be ignored, the strong trends in crypto help make the cup and handle pattern effective in trading crypto markets.

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