Daily Market Update: August 19, 2025 Today's market sees a notable shift towards risk-off sentiment. Bitcoin ($BTC) and Ethereum ($ETH) are experiencing significant dips, with ETH facing a critical $2 billion liquidation risk below $4.2K. Our Alt Coin Season Index remains at 43, while BTC Dominance ticks up to 56.77%, signaling altcoins are losing ground. This suggests a cautious move towards Bitcoin or out of crypto. 📉 On the traditional front, the NASDAQ ($NASDAQ) plunged over 1.4%, marking a tough day for tech. NVIDIA ($NVDA) notably fell over 3%. This aligns with broader economic concerns as US bankruptcies surge past 2020 pandemic levels. The multifamily vacancy rate also ticked up to 7.1%, adding to real estate worries. 🏠⚠️ However, positive strategic moves stand out: Softbank is set to invest $2 billion into Intel ($INTC), causing Intel to jump 7% and become a top gainer. Google also increased its stake in TeraWulf. In crypto, institutional interest remains high, with SharpLink Gaming acquiring a massive $667 million in $ETH and Wyoming launching the first US government-issued stablecoin, FRNT. Tether and Polkadot are also strengthening institutional ties. Standard Chartered's long-term forecast for $ETH reaching $25,000 by 2029 highlights contrasting long-term bullishness against current short-term volatility. 🚀🏦 Geopolitically, President Trump's efforts to broker a meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy continue, alongside expanding tariffs on steel and aluminum. This adds layers of uncertainty and potential inflationary pressure. 🌍💰 Key Takeaways: - Crypto: Short-term bearish with ETH volatility & BTC ETF outflows, but strong long-term institutional adoption. 📊 - Traditional: Tech sector & broader economy show risk-off signals with rising bankruptcies. 📉 - Opportunity: Select catalysts (e.g., $INTC news) offer gains; long-term crypto fundamentals remain strong despite current dip. ✨