Key Points
- Markus Thielen, CEO of 10x Research, advises against immediate dip-buying, anticipating further market decline.
- Alex Krüger highlights over-leverage, negative Ethereum sentiment, and altcoin speculation as factors contributing to market volatility.
The popular strategy of “buying the dip” during a crypto-market downturn is being called into question. Markus Thielen, the CEO of 10x Research, suggests that this may not be the best time for such a strategy.
Thielen commented, “Buying this dip is still too early. Technically, we still expect Bitcoin to trade below 60,000 before a more meaningful rally attempt is started.” He added that although there are potential upside targets, the focus should be on managing the downside.
Thielen’s Analysis
Thielen’s analysis provides a cautious perspective on Bitcoin and Ethereum, advising against rushing into dip-buying strategies. His firm, 10x Research, has highlighted key factors contributing to this bearish outlook. Despite anticipating further market decline, Thielen maintains a long-term bullish perspective on Bitcoin, predicting it to reach $100,000 over time.
Krüger’s Perspective
Alex Krüger also provided an analysis of the factors contributing to recent price volatility. He cited over-leverage, negative sentiment from Ethereum, and speculative activity in altcoins as significant contributors. With the market at a critical point, investors are awaiting the Fed’s decision, preparing for potential turbulence and significant price fluctuations in the near future.



