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📊 What to Watch: The Week Ahead (May 4 – May 8) A pivotal week for markets as labor data and crypto earnings take center stage: Tuesday: Labor Demand Check. JOLTS Job Openings. 👉 Why it matters: JOLTS provides an early signal on labor demand. A continued slowdown would reinforce the narrative of a cooling economy. Wednesday: Earnings Pulse. Crypto & Tech Earnings Calls. 👉 Why it matters: Earnings from crypto-linked firms and miners offer real insight into trading activity, margins, and overall industry health. Thursday: Cracks or Stability? Initial Jobless Claims. 👉 Why it matters: Claims have become increasingly important as a high-frequency indicator. Any further rise could signal labor market softening. Friday: The Main Event. U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls (Jobs Report). 👉 Why it matters: This is the key macro release of the week. A strong report could push rate cuts further out, while weaker data may support a more dovish outlook. 🔗 For more insights, visit us at mltech.ai

🚀 Let’s kick off the week with the top updates. Theme of the Week: Crypto markets remain highly sensitive to macro headlines, positioning resets, and ETF flow signals. Bitcoin’s move around the $80K level highlights a market still balancing geopolitical risk with institutional demand and improving liquidity conditions. Iran Missile Report Sends Bitcoin Back to $79,000 With ETH, SOL, DOGE Sharply Lower: Geopolitical headlines triggered a broad crypto pullback, with Bitcoin retreating toward $79K and major altcoins under pressure. For institutions, this reinforces crypto’s continued sensitivity to global risk-off events. 👉 coindesk.com/markets/2026/0… Crypto Bears Got It Wrong Again, Losing $300 Million in Liquidations: Bearish positioning was squeezed as liquidations reached roughly $300M, underscoring how quickly leverage can unwind in fast-moving crypto markets. This points to fragile positioning and the importance of risk-managed exposure. 👉 coindesk.com/markets/2026/0… Bitcoin Stalls Near $80,000; Stocks and ETF Inflows Still Point to a Breakout: Bitcoin paused near $80K, but equity strength and ETF inflows suggest institutional demand may still support upside momentum. The key question is whether flows can overpower near-term headline risk. 👉 coindesk.com/daybook-us/202… Why This Matters: Flows / liquidity: ETF inflows remain a key signal for institutional demand. Positioning / behavior: Liquidations show leverage is still driving sharp short-term moves. Structural shift: Bitcoin continues to trade more like a macro asset, responding to geopolitics, equities, and fund flows. 💬 Are institutions treating Bitcoin as a tactical macro trade, or is this the next phase of structural allocation? 🔗 Stay connected for exclusive institutional insights — visit MLTech.ai #MLTech #Crypto #InstitutionalInvestments #Bitcoin #DigitalAssets #MarketTrends #Blockchain

📊 Institutional capital is actively looking for crypto trading strategies. Through our network at ML Tech, we are currently looking to connect with trading teams running: • Market neutral and statistical arbitrage strategies: Strategies designed to perform regardless of market direction, with disciplined risk management and consistent execution. • Directional strategies with controlled volatility: Teams with strong drawdown management, structured risk frameworks, and a clear investment process. What matters most is real, verifiable performance data. At ML Tech, strategies are independently verified through automated API connections, allowing allocators to evaluate performance with transparency and consistency. 👉 If you’re running a strategy that fits this profile, or you know a team that is, feel free to reach out at marketing@mltech.ai We’re always interested in connecting with strong trading teams.

📊 What to Watch: The Week Ahead Another high-impact week as global rate decisions, key U.S. data, and crypto earnings all collide: Tuesday: Earnings Pulse. Robinhood + Galaxy Digital Results. 👉 Why it matters: These reports give a real-time read on retail and institutional crypto activity. Weak trading revenue could confirm softer market participation. Wednesday: The Liquidity Anchor. Federal Reserve Rate Decision. 👉 Why it matters: The Fed remains the primary driver of global liquidity. Even if rates stay unchanged, the tone will dictate risk appetite across crypto and equities. Thursday: Macro Overload. U.S. GDP + PCE Inflation + Jobless Claims. 👉 Why it matters: This is the most data-heavy day of the week. Growth, inflation, and labor signals all hit at once, shaping expectations for future policy moves. Friday: Crypto-Specific Catalysts. Token Unlocks + Ecosystem Events. 👉 Why it matters: Events like token unlocks and protocol updates can create localized volatility, especially in a macro-sensitive environment. 🔗 For more insights, visit us at mltech.ai

🚀 Let’s kick off the week with the top updates. Institutional flows remain strong, but macro sensitivity and liquidity risks are rising beneath the surface. Even as capital continues to enter crypto via structured products, price action and token behavior show a market still tightly linked to macro shocks and fragile liquidity pockets. Bitcoin reverses from $79,500 as oil surge triggers broader crypto selloff: 👉 coindesk.com/markets/2026/0… Bitcoin funds take in $933M as crypto ETFs hit highest AUM since February: 👉 coindesk.com/markets/2026/0… Pudgy Penguins rally coincides with token unlock as analyst flags exit liquidity risk: 👉 coindesk.com/markets/2026/0… Why This Matters: • Flows / liquidity: ETF inflows continue, but are not insulating markets from macro shocks • Positioning / behavior: institutions are accumulating while shorter-term participants react to volatility • Structural shift: divergence is growing between institutional entry points (ETFs) and fragile on-chain/token liquidity 💬 If institutional inflows remain strong, what ultimately dictates price, capital flows or macro liquidity? 🔗 Stay connected for exclusive institutional insights — visit MLTech.ai #MLTech #Crypto #InstitutionalInvestments #Bitcoin #DigitalAssets #MarketTrends #Blockchain

📊 BTC holds near $77.5K and ETH at $2.3K as mixed macro signals keep markets balanced. Under the surface, positioning remains cautious, funding stayed below zero and basis is still compressed, while ETF inflows continue to build, with $800M+ into BTC this week. 👇 Read all about it below, and for more insights visit us at mltech.ai

Our CEO, Leo Mindyuk, will be in Chicago next week for the Chicago Booth Management Conference 2026! The event brings together top industry leaders and faculty to exchange ideas on the evolving business landscape. 🚀 Leo will be in Chicago from April 30 to May 2. If you’re attending, feel free to reach out and connect.

From conversations to connections, Hong Kong Web 3 Festival in action 🇭🇰 Helen Wu, our Business Development Manager, is on the ground meeting builders, investors, and partners shaping the next phase of Web3. The takeaway, innovation in this space is moving fast, and being on the ground matters. 🔗 For more insights visit mltech.ai

📊 What to Watch: The Week Ahead (Apr 21 – Apr 24) Tuesday: The Inflation Check. U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI). 👉 Why it matters: CPI remains the key gauge for inflation. Markets are watching closely to see if price pressures are finally easing from elevated levels, a critical input for the Fed’s next move. Wednesday: The Main Event. FOMC Rate Decision @ 2:00 PM ET + Press Conference. 👉 Why it matters: The Fed is expected to pause after an aggressive hiking cycle. Any deviation or hawkish tone from Jerome Powell could quickly shift market expectations. Thursday: Labor Market Stress Test. Initial Jobless Claims. 👉 Why it matters: Claims have been trending higher, signaling potential cracks in the labor market despite strong headline job growth. 🔗 For more insights, visit us at mltech.ai

🚀 Let’s kick off the week with the top updates. Short-term pressure is testing conviction as institutional infrastructure keeps building. Markets are showing signs of tightening liquidity and volatility at the asset level, even as long-term institutional commitment to crypto infrastructure remains firmly intact. AAVE price plummets 22.9% over the weekend: 👉 coindesk.com/coindesk-indic… Bitcoin faces near-term pressure as liquidity tightens, Hilbert Group CIO Says: 👉 coindesk.com/markets/2026/0… How a 233-Year-Old wall street institution went all in on crypto: 👉 wsj.com/finance/curren… Why This Matters: Liquidity tightening is impacting both BTC and altcoins, with sharper drawdowns in lower-depth assets. Institutional narratives are turning more cautious in the short term, with macro conditions driving allocation timing. Despite volatility, legacy players continue building long-term infrastructure around tokenization and 24/7 trading. 💬 Are we seeing a temporary liquidity squeeze—or the early signs of a broader repositioning across institutional crypto portfolios? 🔗 Stay connected for exclusive institutional insights — visit MLTech.ai #MLTech #Crypto #InstitutionalInvestments #Bitcoin #DigitalAssets #MarketTrends #Blockchain

ML Tech will be on the ground at the Hong Kong @festival_web3 2026 🇭🇰 Helen Wu, our Business Associate, will be attending from April 20–23, joining one of the largest Web3 events in Asia, bringing together top builders, investors, and innovators across the ecosystem. If you're attending, let’s connect and explore opportunities together. 🔗 For more insights, visit us at mltech.ai

We’re happy to share that our Co-founder & CEO, Leo Mindyuk, and Co-founder & CTO, Markus Leballeux, will be attending Consensus 2026 in Miami on May 5th! 🌴 As one of the leading gatherings in digital assets, Consensus brings together investors, builders, and institutions shaping the future of the industry. We’re looking forward to connecting with peers, exchanging ideas, and exploring what’s next for crypto and quantitative investing. If you’ll be there, let’s connect! 🔗 For more insights, Visit us at mltech.ai

📊 What to Watch: The Week Ahead (Apr 14 – Apr 17) Another big week for markets as we balance "sticky" inflation data with institutional earnings and major token milestones: Tuesday: The Inflation Check. U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) @ 8:30 AM ET. 👉 Why it matters: After months of high readings, all eyes are on whether wholesale inflation is cooling. JPMorgan (JPM) and BlackRock (BLK) also report earnings pre-market—watch for Larry Fink’s comments on the current state of Bitcoin ETF inflows. Wednesday: Tax Day & Global Growth. U.S. Tax Deadline + China GDP Growth Rate (Q1). 👉 Why it matters: In the U.S., April 15 often sees short-term "tax selling" liquidity crunches in crypto. Globally, China’s GDP (est. 5%) will set the tone for risk-on sentiment in the Asian markets. Thursday: The Arbitrum Unlock. $ARB Token Unlock (1.75% of supply / $10.8M). 👉 Why it matters: Large unlocks can create localized volatility. We’re also watching Euro Area CPI data (4:00 AM ET) to see if the ECB is getting closer to a rate cut than the Fed. Friday: The Fed’s Final Word. Fed Governor Christopher Waller Speech @ 2:00 PM ET. 👉 Why it matters: Waller is a key "hawk" on the board. His outlook on the economy usually signals the Fed’s next move. Also, Mercado Libre officially shuts down its "Mercado Coin," marking a shift in corporate crypto strategy in LatAm. 🔗 For more insights, visit us at mltech.ai

🚀 Let’s kick off the week with the top updates. Institutional crypto activity is being shaped by macro-driven volatility, concentrated balance sheet positioning, and increasing regulatory focus in the U.S. Here’s a sharp recap of last week: Bitcoin Stabilizes as Macro Fears Ease: Bitcoin rebounded from weekend lows as broader market concerns softened, highlighting how macro sentiment and liquidity conditions continue to drive short-term institutional positioning. 👉 coindesk.com/markets/2026/0… BitMine Accumulates 4% of ETH Supply: Public company BitMine now holds roughly 4% of Ethereum’s circulating supply, underscoring the growing role of corporate balance sheets in absorbing crypto supply and influencing market structure. 👉 theblock.co/post/397229/bi… U.S. Regulatory Momentum Builds with Clarity Act Return: The reintroduction of the Clarity Act alongside key bank earnings signals a pivotal week for crypto regulation, with institutions closely watching how policy frameworks may shape capital allocation. 👉 coindesk.com/markets/2026/0… Why This Matters: Macro still dominates. Bitcoin’s price action remains tightly linked to broader risk sentiment and liquidity conditions. Balance sheets are getting bigger. Large-scale accumulation by single entities is becoming a structural force in supply dynamics. Regulation is back in focus. Policy clarity (or lack thereof) will directly influence institutional participation and capital flows. 💬 Are we moving toward a market driven more by macro and policy than pure crypto-native fundamentals? 🔗 Stay connected for exclusive institutional insights — visit MLTech.ai

📊 BTC closed the week near $73K and ETH at $2.25K, supported by easing geopolitical tensions and renewed risk appetite. Inflation data came in hotter, but rate expectations remain steady, with lower odds of hikes. Positioning stays cautious with negative funding, while ETF inflows picked up across both BTC and ETH. Read more in our Market Commentary below 👇 For more insights, visit us at mltech.ai

We’re proud to share that ML Tech has been shortlisted in two categories for the @Hedgeweek Global Digital Assets Awards: Fund of Funds of the Year, Annual Excellence Fund of Funds of the Year, Sustained Excellence These nominations reflect the hard work our team is doing to provide institutional-grade digital asset investment offerings. Congratulations to the entire ML Tech team. You can see the full list of nominees and vote here: awards.hedgeweek.com/global-digital… Stay connected for exclusive insights and updates, visit Mltech.ai and subscribe today.

This week isn’t about trends, it’s about triggers. Five days, multiple catalysts: • ISM Services (Mon) • Iran decision point (Tue) • FOMC Minutes (Wed) • PCE + GDP (Thu) • CPI + Sentiment (Fri) Markets are currently priced for stability, which works, until it doesn’t. If geopolitical risk spills over on Tuesday, the first impact hits energy, the second hits inflation expectations, and by Friday the narrative could look completely different. In this kind of setup, it’s less about being right, more about not being exposed. We’re leaning cautious. To learn more about how we navigate volatility like this, visit mltech.ai and subscribe for insights.

🚀 Let’s kick off the week with the top updates. Institutional crypto activity continues to be driven by ETF flows, arbitrage positioning, and active balance sheet management, not passive allocation. Here’s a sharp recap of last week: ETF Flows Continue to Drive Short-Term Price Action: Bitcoin ETFs saw continued large, concentrated inflows and outflows, with single-day moves directly impacting BTC price. Institutions remain highly tactical, using ETFs as their primary execution layer rather than long-term static exposure. 👉 coindesk.com/markets/2026/0… Basis Trade Activity Picks Up Across CME and Spot ETFs: Hedge funds are re-engaging in basis trades (long spot ETF / short futures) as spreads widen, signaling renewed appetite for relative value strategies rather than outright directional bets. 👉 theblock.co/post/289345/he… Mining Firms Accelerate BTC Sales and Capital Reallocation: Public miners, including MARA and peers, continue selling BTC into strength while reallocating capital toward AI and high-performance computing infrastructure—highlighting an institutional shift toward diversified revenue strategies. 👉 bloomberg.com/news/articles/… Why This Matters: Flows are the market. ETF-driven demand is now the dominant force behind short-term price movements. Institutions are trading, not holding. The rise in basis trades signals a more sophisticated, hedge fund-driven market structure. Capital is being actively redeployed. Mining firms are treating BTC as a strategic asset within broader balance sheet optimization, not a static treasury holding. 💬 Are ETF flows creating a more efficient market, or increasing short-term fragility? 🔗 Stay connected for exclusive institutional insights — visit MLTech.ai

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index is sitting at 11—firmly in "Extreme Fear" for the longest stretch in its history. But the Index doesn't always match the vibe on the ground. Read more: investing.com/analysis/crypt… How are you actually feeling about your portfolio this Tuesday?