Friend.tech has launched version 2 of its blockchain-based social platform with new features and anticipation for a 100% airdrop of its FRIEND token.

The SPX index is down 1.6%, driven by a rise in bond yields following higher-than-expected employment cost data, raising concerns that the Fed might maintain higher interest rates. The broader cryptocurrency market is down, with Bitcoin and Ether dropping by 6.02% and 6.79%, respectively in the past 24 hours.

Today’s outperformer is FRONT, which jumped 4.6% after Frontier Wallet enabled secure cross-chain asset swaps to Cronos Chain with XY Finance.

Frontier (FRONT), founded in 2019, is a multi-chain DeFi and NFT wallet that supports over 65 blockchains and enables secure trading, staking, and asset management through a single interface. It integrates with top wallets via WalletConnect and simplifies the user experience by minimizing the need for multiple extensions and seed phrases. Frontier Wallet now 

 cross-chain asset swaps to Cronos Chain via XY Finance, enabling secure bridging to $CRO from over 20 blockchains. Users can also participate in the Spring Odyssey event, promising enhanced on-chain experiences with Frontier.

Check Out the Latest Prices, Charts, and Data of 

 for Bitcoin’s Lightning Network in partnership with Lightspark, offering users instant, low-cost Bitcoin transactions as an alternative to the slower, more expensive traditional Bitcoin network. This integration supports Coinbase's goal of creating a global payments system with transactions costing just one cent and processing within one second. The Lightning Network, operational since 2017, significantly reduces transaction costs compared to traditional finance methods, such as credit cards and wire transfers. This move not only enhances the utility of Bitcoin for Coinbase's customers but also advances the broader crypto ecosystem by supporting faster, more affordable, and more secure global payments.

After the debut of Hong Kong's first spot Bitcoin ETFs, Bitcoin's price fell below $61,000, with concerns it could drop further below $60,000. The launch triggered a "sell-the-news" reaction, contributing to a downward trend and negative net flows in U.S. Bitcoin ETFs. This situation poses risks but may also present a buying opportunity for long-term investors.

 version 2 of its blockchain-based social platform with new features and anticipation for a 100% airdrop of its FRIEND token. The company has already taken a snapshot for the airdrop, which may occur as soon as next week when points balances become blockchain-based. Friend.tech, which debuted in August 2023 on Base, a Coinbase-incubated Ethereum Layer 2, had initially seen significant activity but later experienced a decline. The latest update introduces the Money Club for managing community treasuries and minting tradable collectibles, a new points system for the airdrop, and custom engagement metrics. Additionally, version 2 allows users to customize their chat spaces. The platform currently has $34.4 million in total value locked, down from its peak of $52 million.

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Friend.tech Launches Version 2 and Announces Airdrop

Learn how you can import your mnemonic phrase for Bybit Wallet with our comprehensive article.

For new users, it's recommended that they familiarize themselves with the wallet's basic operations, understand its features and characteristics, and then start using and importing mnemonic phrases.

If you haven't installed Bybit Wallet yet, please click 

After installation, you can pin the Bybit Wallet to the toolbar through the following steps:

 icon in the upper right corner of your browser, and the Bybit Wallet will pop up the initialization interface.

Before using your Bybit Wallet, please set a password first. This password is used to unlock your wallet and encrypt your key information. The local password will not be uploaded to our server, so please keep it carefully. Once lost, the password cannot be retrieved.

After entering the password, please check the 

If you are already using Bybit Wallet, then you only need one step to import your mnemonic phrase.

Please click on the wallet address to enter the wallet management page:

Next, enter the device password you created for the wallet and click 

After setting the local password, please select 

If your mnemonic phrase length is 12, you can click the 

 input box and paste it directly. Of course, you can also manually enter them one by one.

In addition, we also support mnemonic phrases of different lengths, which are 12-, 15-, 18-, 21-, and 24-word mnemonic phrases, all of which can be imported into Bybit Wallet. Please choose the one that suits you.

 button to import. Bybit Wallet will search for the wallet address that has assets under the mnemonic phrase and automatically import it into Bybit Wallet.

At this point, the mnemonic phrase has been successfully imported into Bybit Wallet.

In the import wallet interface, you can also choose to import the wallet using your private key. Just click 

, then enter your private key in the input box, and then click 

Now, you can start using Bybit Wallet to your heart's content. Remember to update your wallet regularly to get the latest features and optimizations. We are always working hard to improve and enhance the user experience of Bybit Wallet. If you have any suggestions or feedback, feel free to let us know any time.

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How to Import Your Mnemonic Phrase for Bybit Wallet

Today’s outperformer is ENA, which jumped 7.3% after Ethena's synthetic dollar launched on Swell L2 with rewards and airdrops in pre-launch phase.

The SPX index is up 0.32%, the Federal Reserve is expected to maintain borrowing costs, but investor focus will be on any changes in rhetoric after recent high inflation data. Market expectations for rate cuts this year have decreased, with only one 25 basis point reduction now anticipated, compared to three a month ago. The broader cryptocurrency market is down, with Bitcoin and Ether dropping by 1.23% and 4.01%, respectively in the past 24 hours.

Ethena Labs (ENA), founded in 2023, introduces USDe, a synthetic dollar on Ethereum, offering a decentralized alternative to traditional stablecoins. It features the 'Internet Bond' for global savings, using delta-hedging to manage volatility and aiming to transform the financial ecosystem by enhancing Ethereum's utility. Recently, $USDe is now available on 

. By depositing $USDe during the Pre-Launch phase, users can earn Sats, qualify for a Season 2 airdrop upon the L2 launch, receive additional airdrops from projects on Swell L2, and share 1 million EigenLayer Points. For more details, visit the Swell Network website.

Omnity has launched a new integration that allows for the fee-free trading of Runes tokens without impacting the Bitcoin network. This 

 utilizes the Internet Computer Protocol's chain fusion technology, enabling interactions with the Bitcoin blockchain and other networks without the need for wrapped tokens or off-chain relayers. The initiative, which distinguishes Omnity from other Bitcoin interoperability solutions, aims to address the scalability challenges of the Bitcoin network, particularly in light of increased activity from new technologies and Bitcoin ETFs. On April 20, the Bitcoin network hit a record high of over 926,000 transactions, with Runes tokens constituting a significant portion of this traffic.

Bernstein analysts believe the recent decline in Bitcoin ETF flows is temporary and predict a bullish future with a $150,000 BTC price target by 2025. They remain optimistic about Bitcoin's integration into financial platforms and its long-term acceptance. Additionally, they suggest that a denial of an Ether ETF could benefit Ether and Ethereum Layer 2 tokens. The firm expects the crypto market cap to triple to $7.5 trillion within two years.

 plans to distribute EIGEN tokens via airdrop from May 10 to September 7, targeting users who participated in Ethereum restaking on the EigenLayer protocol. The initial distribution, termed a "stakedrop," will allocate 5% of the total token supply based on activities as of March 15. The airdrop is divided into two phases, with 90% of tokens going to initially eligible users and the remaining 10% to those who interacted with EigenLayer in more complex ways. However, the airdrop excludes users from several countries, including the US and Canada, and implements strict measures to block VPN and proxy users. Future airdrops will reserve an additional 15% of the token supply. The EIGEN token, designed to address specific protocol faults, will initially be non-transferable and non-forkable to support the protocol's growth, with full functionality enabled later.

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Ethena’s USDe Launches on Swell’s Layer 2 Network

cat in a dogs world (MEW) is a no-utility, cat-themed meme coin built on Solana challenging the dominance of dog-themed coins in the crypto space.

The world of meme coins is wild and filled with all types of animals, such as dogs, cats, penguins and frogs. In 2024, the meme coin craze is back in full swing, evidenced by the astronomical gains made by top crypto meme coins like 

During this meme coin season, Solana-based meme coins have stolen the show with dog-themed tokens dominating the space. However, a recent cat-themed meme coin is seeking to challenge this dog-themed coin narrative.

cat in a dogs world (MEW) stormed into the meme coin space on Mar 27, 2024, and has been causing a stir with its remarkable price surge. Upon listing, MEW’s price soared by 385% to reach an ATH of $0.0097 within four days.

Let’s explore the MEW coin and find out why it’s one to watch in the thriving 

cat in a dogs world is a no-utility, cat-themed meme coin built on Solana (

It was launched on Mar 27, 2024, to provide a cat-themed token that would be a worthy competitor to the dog-themed meme coins dominating the space.

Barely 96 hours into the market, MEW had pumped by 385% to hit a price of $0.0097, during which its market capitalization reached around $848 million, a figure reserved for more established projects in the market such as 

MEW’s market cap has since shrunk to a more conservative figure of $357 million, with a 24-hour trading volume of $59 million on Apr 30, 2024. It’s currently trading around $0.004.

cat in a dogs world has a total/max supply of 88,888,888,888 tokens, of which 90% were burned as 

, while the remaining 10% were allocated as an 

MEW’s formidable success could be attributed to its tokenomics strategy, as burning most of the LP tokens creates a stable price floor and cushions the token against market volatility. The airdrop is also an excellent way to attract attention to the project and create brand awareness, further solidifying MEW's presence on Solana and in the cryptocurrency market as a whole.

Deliberately airdropping and burning the LP tokens enhances the value of the MEW token, while giving it a competitive advantage in the cutthroat world of meme coins.

Cat meme coins have been generating a lot of hype lately. Let's look at a brief comparison between MEW and two other cat-themed coins in the meme coin space.

 (CATS) have caused a stir in the meme coin space. Not only are they both trying to change the dog-eat-dog landscape, but they’ve also approached the market in an innovative way.

That said, unlike MEW, CATS has various utilities in its ecosystem, such as 

. Catcoin’s ecosystem is also filled with a variety of products, such as the Caring Cats charity and a non-fungible token (

) collection. While the two tokens entered the meme coin space at different times, they’ve both managed to draw attention to feline-themed meme coins.

 (OMNI), caused a stir when its price quickly soared after the coin’s debut in December 2023. However, unlike MEW, which is only available within the Solana ecosystem, Omnicat leverages omnichain technology and is available on seven blockchains, including 

While it may be a meme coin, Omnicat leverages 

’s blockchain in order to advance its mission of interoperability in the crypto space. Both MEW and Omnicat have adopted innovative approaches that seem to have paid off despite their meme coin narratives.

You can buy MEW Cat Coin on Bybit as a Spot pair (MEW/USDT) or a USDT perpetual contract (MEWUSDT). To celebrate this Spot listing, Bybit is holding two Token Splash events, 

, with 40 million MEW tokens up for grabs.

, is exclusively for new users, with a prize pool of 25 million MEW. By completing Identity Verification and accumulating a deposit volume of 25,000 MEW (worth 100 USDT), or depositing 100 USDT and trading 100 USDT worth of MEW tokens via your first trade with Bybit, you’ll have a chance to receive 5,000 MEW. Rewards are available on a first-come, first-served basis to the first 5,000 new users.

, has 15 million MEW tokens up for grabs. Simply trade at least 1,000 USDT worth of MEW tokens on Bybit’s Spot market to earn a share of the prize pool. 

Rewards will be capped at 200,000 MEW (around 800 USDT) per user.

While it’s primarily been a dog-eat-dog world in the meme coin space, tokens such as MEW are effectively diluting this narrative. Being one of the top-ranking Solana meme coins, the MEW cat-themed coin has followed others in the ecosystem by skyrocketing in price within a short time of entering the market, flooding Solana with much-needed liquidity.

Despite its slowed momentum — generally attributed to the currently fluctuating price of Bitcoin (

) — MEW remains a Solana cat-themed meme coin to watch when the market starts rallying again.

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cat in a dogs world (MEW): Pouncing on the Cat Meme Coin Craze

Trading

Technical analysis can never be executed without technical indicators. Here are the best indicators that'll give you an edge over the market.

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To get started on this cryptocurrency trading journey, we’ll first want to understand what different types of cryptocurrency technical indicators are available for traders to use.

​​Technical indicators are mathematically based calculations used by traders to analyze financial markets — including cryptocurrencies — and make informed trading decisions. Past prices and volume data and are used to identify trends, patterns and potential price movements in the market.

There are several different types of technical indicators to measure trend, momentum, volatility and volume. Each indicator has a unique formula or algorithm that takes into account different market data points, such as price, volume and time, to provide information about market conditions.

Traders use technical indicators to generate buy or sell signals, identify potential entry and exit points and manage risk. 

First off, let’s understand the two main categories of technical indicators: (1) leading indicators, and (2) lagging indicators.

Leading indicators provide signals that can predict future price movements. They’re called leading indicators because they’re based on current market conditions, and can provide early signals of potential trend reversals and trend extensions. In other words, the change or constant price direction can be predicted. The concept of leading indicators is that history is cyclical and tends to repeat itself.

Popular leading indicators include the relative strength index (RSI), stochastic oscillator and Ichimoku Cloud.

However, it’s recommended to use leading indicators in combination with other types of technical indicators for a more reliable signal, as even the most popular technical indicators are unable to predict the future with 100% accuracy.

Lagging indicators provide signals that confirm trends which have already occurred. They’re called lagging indicators because they’re based on past market data, and are thus unable to predict future price movements. Similar to leading indicators, lagging indicators are based on the assumption that history repeats itself and price actions move in cycles. 

The difference between leading and lagging indicators is that the lag between the start of a price movement and its signal filters market noise that occurs in short-term time frames, providing extra confidence for traders. In addition, lagging indicators are typically not used by traders to take the 

 of moves, but rather used as a confirmation of a developing trend.

Although lagging indicators provide more confident signals, experts recommend confirming them with complementary technical indicators. It’s also not recommended that you carry out a trade if there are particular support or resistance levels ahead of the movement.

There are four different types of technical indicators: 

. They’re categorized because they identify, measure or confirm a price performance along with a particular characteristic. Under each category there are several particular technical indicators traders frequently use.

A momentum or oscillator indicator is a type of technical indicator that measures the rate of change in an asset's price over a specified period of time. Momentum indicators are used to identify the strength of a trend and potential trend reversals.

Some of the more popular momentum indicators are RSI, stochastic oscillator, MACD, and Commodity Channel Index.

The RSI is one of the most popular momentum indicators used by traders to measure the strength of an asset’s price action, ranging from 0 to 100. An RSI below 30 indicates an oversold momentum in which the asset’s price is likely to experience an upward trend reversal. On the other hand, an RSI above 70 indicates an overbought momentum, as an asset’s price is also likely to experience a reversal trend in which the price corrects.

This is a useful indicator for identifying changes in trends from upward to downward momentum, and vice versa. Most of the time, traders use the RSI to identify trends and 

It should be noted that RSI works relatively well during a range-bound market, but tends to give false signals during trending markets.

The stochastic oscillator compares a cryptocurrency’s closing price to its price range over a specified period of time. This is an indicator that helps traders identify market momentum and signal overbought and oversold market conditions.

Similar to the RSI, the stochastic oscillator ranges between 0 to 100. When the reading is below 20, a cryptocurrency is considered oversold, which serves as a buy signal for traders. On the other hand, when its readings are above 80, it’s likely that a cryptocurrency is overbought, serving as a sell signal for traders.

However, the stochastic oscillator is prone to false signals during volatile market conditions. Traders can use this indicator together with the moving average (will be described in more detail later) to improve the signal’s accuracy. 

3. Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD)

The MACD is mainly used to identify potential trend reversals and momentum shifts in the market by comparing two different moving averages (MA) of the cryptocurrency. 

When two MAs are moving toward each other, it represents a decrease in momentum and is often indicative of potential price decrease. Likewise, when the MAs diverge, it indicates a pickup in momentum, which is viewed as a bullish signal.

Traders can also identify potential divergences between MACD and a cryptocurrency’s price. For example, if the MACD line is making higher highs while a cryptocurrency’s price is making lower highs, it could be an indication that the upward momentum in the cryptocurrency’s price is weakening, and traders can start watching out for a trend reversal.

The Commodity Channel Index is an oscillator indicator that measures the deviation between a crypto’s current price and its average historical price. When the CCI is above +100, it suggests that the cryptocurrency is overbought, while readings below −100 suggest that the cryptocurrency is oversold. Based on the information received from the CCI, traders can identify entry and exit points for their trading positions.

Volume technical indicators are tools used by traders to analyze the trading volume of a cryptocurrency in a given period of time. Volume indicators can be used to confirm trends, and to identify potential trend reversals and breakouts.

On-balance volume (OBV) is a cumulative indicator that measures buying and selling pressure based on the volume of trades. It’s calculated by adding the volume on up days and subtracting the volume on down days. A rising OBV indicates buying pressure, while a falling OBV suggests selling pressure.

If both the price movement and OBV are heading in the same direction, the trend direction is determined to be confirmed. For example, if both the cryptocurrency price and OBV are increasing, it indicates buying pressure within the market and a potential market rally. However, if the price movement and OBV are heading in different directions, it represents market confusion.

It should be noted that OBV is prone to giving inaccurate signals when there are huge spikes in volumes caused by external events, such as major announcements. 

CMF is typically used to identify potential trend reversals or to confirm existing trends. It’s based on the concept that the increase in the price of a cryptocurrency — when accompanied by high volume — indicates buying pressure. Similarly, a decrease in the price of a cryptocurrency on high volume represents selling pressure.

The CMF oscillates above and below a zero line, with positive values indicating buying pressure and negative values indicating selling pressure.

This indicator is often used by traders to identify potential entry and exit points in the market by identifying support and resistance levels. VWAP calculates the average price of a cryptocurrency based on its trading volume, which is then plotted as a line on a chart. This then depicts the average price at which a cryptocurrency has traded throughout the day.

When a cryptocurrency is trading above the VWAP, it suggests an uptrend. If the price of a cryptocurrency falls below the VWAP, it suggests a downtrend. If a cryptocurrency is in an uptrend, traders will tend to open a long position, and if a crypto is in a downtrend, they’ll open a short position.

These indicators are used to measure the degree of price fluctuations experienced by a cryptocurrency over a specific period of time, to identify potential trend reversals and market tops or bottoms, and to determine the level of risk associated with a cryptocurrency.

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 to show the price range in which a cryptocurrency typically trades. Traders frequently use this indicator to identify potential entry and exit points in the market.

Bollinger Bands consist of three lines: a moving average, an upper band and a lower band. The bands are based on the standard deviation of an asset's price over a specified period of time, and are used to identify potential breakout points. When the price of an asset approaches the upper band, it may be overbought, suggesting that it’s time to sell the asset. Conversely, when the price approaches the lower band, it may be oversold, suggesting that it’s time to buy.

Bollinger Bands can also be used to identify potential trend reversals. If the price of the asset breaks through the upper band, it may be a sign that an uptrend is continuing. If the price breaks through the lower band, it may be a sign that a downtrend is continuing.

These bands' expansion and contraction can be used to gauge a cryptocurrency's price volatility. The perceived price action of an item is reduced as the bands converge and become smaller. This frequently denotes a lesser likelihood of volatility. On the other hand, the market expects higher volatility as these bands move farther apart.

It’s generally better to use longer time frames for Bollinger Bands, as shorter time frames will often create false moves and noise.

Average True Range (ATR) is used to quantify a cryptocurrency’s volatility over a given time frame. It’s based on the concept that price moves frequently follow periods of market volatility.

The true range (TR) of a cryptocurrency is averaged over a predetermined amount of time to determine the ATR. The largest of the following values represents the true range:

The 11 Best Technical Indicators for Cryptocurrency Trading (2023)

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