Bitcoin & Crypto Daily Digest – 2025-08-18
Market Sentiment: mixed
Blockchains outperforming traditional systems on speed & cost. Bitcoin Lightning fees < 0.01%, vs. 1.5%-3% for card networks. Salvium gaining traction; massive falling wedge on Mexc chart. FOMO building ahead of breakout; eyes on Salvium. Sniper bots in play; traders looking for edge. ETH volume outpacing BTC today, but no real price action. Token2049 hype building; expect major announcements. Jason's pivot to AI post-exit still getting mixed reactions.
Key Narratives
- Pipe investing risks
- Blockchain efficiency vs. traditional finance
- Emerging altcoin plays
- Token2049 hype
- AI pivot
Coins in Focus
Bitcoin, Salvium, BTC, ETH