Smart Money wallets have been aggressively offloading TRUMP, BNKR, and PWEASE in the last seven days, raising red flags for these trending tokens. TRUMP has faced the heaviest pressure, with over $380,000 in net outflows, as its price remains stuck in a sharp downtrend.
BNKR, despite posting strong weekly gains, has also seen large traders liquidating their positions, signaling potential profit-taking. Meanwhile, PWEASE is experiencing similar bearish flows as larger wallets continue to trim exposure despite the recent buzz around the meme coin.
This steep correction has coincided with notable smart money activity, as key wallets have been heavily exiting their positions. In the last seven days alone, smart money wallets sold $382,660 worth of TRUMP while only buying $1,240, resulting in a sharp net outflow of $381,420.
This imbalance suggests that larger, more informed investors are losing confidence in TRUMP’s short-term prospects, contributing to the downward momentum.
If this corrective trend persists, TRUMP could fall further and retest its next key support level, $9.54. Failure to hold this level may expose the asset to deeper losses.
However, if TRUMP manages to reverse its current bearish trend and regain bullish momentum, it could attempt to challenge resistance at $12.51.
A successful breakout above this level may open the door for a move towards $13.88. If buying pressure strengthens further, TRUMP could rally back up to $17.75, reclaiming levels closer to where it was trading before the recent downturn.
BankrCoin (BNKR)
BNKR has surged by 19% over the past week, positioning itself as one of the top-performing AI coins and one of the most talked-about assets on the Base chain.
This recent rally has drawn significant attention, helping BNKR stand out in a competitive market. However, despite the price increase, smart money wallets have shown mixed behavior—while they purchased $75,700 worth of BNKR in the last seven days, they also offloaded $213,730, resulting in a net outflow of $138,000.
This suggests that although BNKR is trending, larger investors may be capitalizing on the recent rally to secure profits.
If this selling pressure persists, BNKR could lose its recent momentum and slip below key support levels at $0.00019 or even $0.00018, marking its lowest levels since mid-February.
On the other hand, if BNKR manages to reignite the bullish sentiment that fueled last week’s gains, it could retest resistance at $0.000225.
A breakout above this level could pave the way for a further move toward $0.000282, signaling a strong continuation of its upward trend.
PWEASE
PWEASE, a Solana meme coin satirizing US Vice President JD Vance, has been drawing attention amid volatile market conditions.
Over the past seven days, smart money wallets have shown a bearish stance. They purchased $166,720 worth of PWEASE but sold $291,000 in the same period, resulting in a net outflow of $124,320.
This suggests that while the token has gained some traction, larger investors are currently leaning towards reducing their exposure, adding selling pressure to the coin.
If this corrective trend continues, PWEASE could move lower and test the key support at $0.0125. If that level fails to hold, a deeper decline toward $0.0059 may follow.
However, should PWEASE manage to attract renewed buying interest and reverse the downtrend, it could push up to challenge resistance at $0.0295.
A breakout above this level could open the door for further upside toward $0.040, signaling a potential shift back to bullish momentum for the meme coin.
Bolivia’s Ministry of Trade and Imports has rejected a state-backed plan to use cryptocurrency for fuel imports.
This move, which marks a stunning policy reversal, signals a retreat from the government’s recent push to adopt digital assets as a workaround for dollar shortages.
Bolivia Rejects Crypto-for-Fuel Scheme Amid Energy Sector Turmoil
The initial plan, announced in March by Bolivia’s state-owned energy giant YPFB, aimed to use crypto to secure fuel imports. This was in response to acute shortages of both US dollars and refined fuel.
As reported by Reuters on March 13, the proposal had received government backing at the time.
But in a statement released Tuesday, Director of Trade and Imports Marcos Duran clarified that YPFB will not be permitted to use crypto for international transactions.
“YPFB must use Bolivia’s own resources and dollar-based financial transfers,” Duran said.
Head of digital assets at VanEck, Mathew Sigel, labels this a clear U-turn on crypto policy.
“U-Turn: Bolivia appears to back away from its crypto-for-fuel scheme,” Sigel quipped.
The crypto reversal comes after Russia’s Gazprom announced its exit from Bolivia’s Azero gas project, ending a 16-year involvement.
According to The Moscow Times, the departure reflects the broader instability in Bolivia’s energy sector, marked by falling gas production and increased reliance on fuel imports.
With dwindling foreign reserves, Bolivia has faced mounting pressure to diversify payment methods for essential imports. The crypto-for-fuel concept was seen as a bold, if risky, workaround to bypass the country’s dollar liquidity crisis.
However, the Ministry’s rejection raises fresh questions about coordination within Bolivia’s government and the viability of crypto in sovereign trade arrangements, particularly in volatile or resource-constrained economies.
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is quickly becoming a notable force in the push for global crypto adoption. With growing participation from institutions and enterprises and supportive regulations for Web3 technology, MENA is set to expand its impact.
BeInCrypto interviewed Stephan Apel, CEO of Outlier Ventures, to explore the characteristics of these tech-driven economies and their anticipated innovations.
Web3 Adoption and Market Growth
MENA has emerged as a significant center for Web3 development, facilitated by a combination of demographic, technological, and cultural factors. The region’s entrepreneurial spirit has also fostered an environment conducive to the adoption of decentralized technologies.
“The MENA market has set a standard for adopting next-gen technologies and using them to boost their economic transformation. This is especially true for Web3 technologies— the region recognised their potential early on, offering the resources needed for these projects to scale and thrive on both regional and global levels,” Apel told BeInCrypto.
Consequently, the region is witnessing an increase in startups, investors, and developers exploring Web3 and its diverse applications.
A 2024 Chainalysis report revealed that MENA was the seventh biggest crypto market worldwide. From July 2023 to June 2024, the region saw $338.7 billion in online crypto transactions, representing 7.5% of all crypto transactions globally.
Share of all cryptocurrency transaction value by region. Source: Chainalysis.
Notably, Turkey and Morocco ranked among the top 30 countries globally in crypto adoption. Turkey secured the 11th spot, while Morocco ranked 27th. These nations alone accounted for $137 billion and $12.7 billion in received cryptocurrency value, respectively.
Furthermore, the MENA region’s crypto activity is predominantly driven by institutional and professional players, as a substantial 93% of all value transferred involves transactions exceeding $10,000.
Meanwhile, Gulf Corporation Council (GCC) members have distinguished themselves through their ambitious technological initiatives.
MENA’s Strategic Shift Towards AI
The onset of artificial intelligence (AI) has prompted governments and businesses within the Middle East to acknowledge the global trend towards related advanced technologies. Countries like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are considering their strategic position concerning this technological transformation.
According to a report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), AI could contribute up to $15.7 trillion to the global economy in 2030. The consulting firm predicts that the Middle East will bring 2% of the total global benefits, equal to $320 billion.
MENA’s pioneering role in AI development. Source: PwC.
The PwC report also indicates that Saudi Arabia will see the largest absolute gains from AI by 2030, with an estimated US$135.2 billion added to its economy, or 12.4% of GDP. In terms of GDP percentage, however, the UAE is expected to see the greatest impact, approaching 14% of its 2030 GDP. Meanwhile, for GCC states Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar, AI is expected to contribute 8.2% of their GDP.
Given the region’s latest initiatives and investments in AI innovation, these numbers come as no surprise.
Saudi Arabia’s AI Development Initiatives
In 2016, the Saudi Arabian government launched Vision 2030, a program to promote economic, social, and cultural diversification. Integral to this vision is a strategic shift towards artificial intelligence and data-driven innovation, a key component of the nation’s economic diversification efforts.
Saudi Arabia is making notable advancements in AI. The country aims to reduce its reliance on oil by developing advanced technology sectors through targeted investments, infrastructure development, and workforce training.
“Fueled by its Vision 2030 initiative, Saudi Arabia has already created a thriving startup ecosystem, dedicated significant investment in emerging technologies,and designed policies to attract global talent and entrepreneurship,” Apel told BeInCrypto.
The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) spearheads Saudi Arabia’s push into artificial intelligence, shaping and implementing the country’s national data and AI strategy. The National Data Bank is a cornerstone of their efforts. It is designed as a central hub for data access and analysis, facilitating AI applications across public and private sectors.
Last November, Saudi Arabia also unveiled Project Transcendence. The $100 billion investment initiative focuses on accelerating the integration of AI and advanced technologies.
Similar to its neighbor, the UAE has actively pursued AI adoption.
UAE’s AI Strategy and Investments
In 2017, the UAE launched its National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence, which aims to make the country a global leader in the field by 2031. The UAE AI and Blockchain Council oversees this strategy, which impacts sectors like education, energy, and tourism.
The UAE is already reaping the benefits of its AI initiatives. In April, Microsoft announced a $1.5 billion investment in G42, an Abu Dhabi-based technology holding company. G42 is known for its data centers and the development of Jais, a leading Arabic-language AI model.
In September, G42 and Nvidia partnered to create AI-driven solutions for improved weather forecasting. The collaboration aims to advance climate-related technologies by using Nvidia’s Earth-2 platform, which enables AI-augmented climate and weather simulations.
Three months later, Abu Dhabi-based global technological ecosystem Hub71 partnered with Google to boost startup growth in the UAE. This collaboration will bring Google’s “Google for Startups” program to Abu Dhabi, including a dedicated accelerator for Hub71 startups in 2025.
He also drew attention to the planned convergence of AI and Web3 technologies in these prominent regions.
Convergence of AI, Web3, and IoT
Integrating the Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, and AI technologies is gaining traction among businesses in the Middle East. By combining these technologies, organizations can access new avenues for growth, increase efficiency, and create novel user experiences.
In 2018, the Dubai Airport Freezone Authority launched Dubai Blink, a platform that integrates AI, blockchain, and virtual licenses to facilitate global trade. This system enhances supply chain innovation through ‘smart commerce’ by expediting trade with a unified online platform. Furthermore, it addressed the cumbersome process of supplier identification by using AI algorithms to streamline and accelerate the validation process.
Ultimately, MENA’s proactive approach to technological advancement, coupled with its strategic focus on Web3 and AI, signals a future where the region will be a pivotal architect in shaping the digital economy.
Ethereum (ETH) is up more than 10% over the last seven days as the market shows signs of renewed activity. However, key technical indicators reveal a mix of weakening trend strength and cautious optimism from buyers.
ETH is currently battling critical resistance zones that could define whether the rally continues or fades. With momentum still fragile, May could be a decisive month for Ethereum’s next major move.
Ethereum’s Trend Weakens Sharply as Bears Close In
Ethereum’s DMI chart shows its ADX is currently at 24.91, a sharp decline from 39 two days ago. The ADX, or Average Directional Index, measures the strength of a trend, whether up or down.
Generally, an ADX reading above 25 signals a strong trend, while values below 20 suggest the market is entering a period of weakness or range-bound trading.
The steep drop in ADX indicates that Ethereum’s recent momentum is quickly losing strength. Without renewed buying or selling pressure, ETH could remain stuck in a more volatile, sideways pattern over the short term.
Meanwhile, the directional indicators are showing a clear shift. The +DI, which tracks bullish pressure, has dropped to 22.71, falling from 31.71 three days ago and 27.3 yesterday.
In contrast, the -DI tracks bearish pressure has climbed to 17.68, up from just 7.16 three days ago and 15.64 yesterday. Yesterday, the gap between buyers and sellers nearly closed, with +DI at 20.91 and -DI at 20.1, suggesting sellers almost regained market control.
ETH RSI Climbs After Sharp Drop: Will the Recovery Hold?
Ethereum’s RSI is currently sitting at 56, up from 45.5 one day ago, after reaching 70.46 four days ago. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a momentum indicator that measures the speed and magnitude of price movements.
Typically, an RSI above 70 suggests an asset is overbought and may be due for a pullback, while an RSI below 30 indicates oversold conditions and the potential for a rebound.
Readings between 30 and 70 are considered neutral, with levels around 50 often signaling a market at a decision point. The sharp swing in Ethereum’s RSI over the past few days reflects the recent volatile sentiment around ETH.
With the RSI back up to 56, Ethereum has regained momentum after dipping into neutral-to-bearish territory. A reading above 50 leans slightly bullish, suggesting that buyers have started to reassert some control, though not with overwhelming strength.
However, if momentum stalls again and the RSI turns back down, it would suggest the recovery is losing steam and that Ethereum could fall back into a broader consolidation or even a correction phase.
Ethereum Battles Key Resistance as Breakout or Breakdown Looms
Ethereum price has made several attempts over the past few days to break above the resistance level at $1,828. If ETH manages to break and hold above this level decisively, it could open the door for a stronger move upward.
The next major target would be $1,954, and if bullish momentum remains strong, a further rally toward $2,104 could unfold. Ethereum could eventually test $2,320 in an even more aggressive uptrend, marking a significant bullish extension.
These levels will be key to watch as they could define the strength and sustainability of any breakout in the coming days.
On the downside, if Ethereum fails to hold its current levels and the trend reverses, the first critical support to watch lies at $1,749. A break below that could trigger a move lower toward $1,689.
Losing these levels would signal a much deeper correction, suggesting that the recent attempts at recovery were only temporary before a more prolonged bearish phase sets in.
