About the Strategist
Sean Farrell – Head of Digital Asset Strategy
Sean Farrell is the Head of Digital Asset Strategy at Fundstrat Global Advisors. Prior to joining Fundstrat, Sean was a manager in the Transaction Opinions group at Alvarez & Marsal, and also worked as an associate with Anvil Advisors. Sean holds a B.S. in Finance from Lehigh University.
Our Approach
Market Dynamics and Capital Flows
- Real-time updates and analysis on regulatory changes in major jurisdictions and how they might impact the crypto ecosystem
Cryptocurrency Valuation Models
- Development and presentation of new and evolving valuation models tailored specifically to various cryptocurrencies, ensuring investors understand the intrinsic and speculative values of their holdings
Technical Analysis
- Examination of price charts, patterns, and historical data to predict future price movements and identify key support and resistance levels
Blockchain Technology Updates
- In-depth analysis of advancements in blockchain technology, network upgrades (e.g. forks or halvings) and their potential market implications
Regulatory and Compliance Landscape
- Real-time updates and analysis on regulatory changes in major jurisdictions, and how they might impact the crypto ecosystem
Security and Risk Management
- Comprehensive guidelines on best practices for securing digital assets, understanding smart contract vulnerabilities, and navigating the decentralized finance (DeFi) space
Global Macroeconomic Impact
- Analysis of how global economic conditions, monetary policies, and geopolitical events might influence the crypto market
Crypto Derivatives and Financial Instruments
- Insight into the growing world of crypto derivatives, futures, options, and how these financial instruments can be used in hedging and trading strategies
Sentiment Analysis
- Using social media, news sources, and other online platforms to gauge market sentiment and its potential impact on crypto prices
Inter-Chain and Cross-Chain Developments
- Exploration of inter-operability solutions, cross-chain platforms, and how they could shape the future of the decentralized ecosystem
Project and Token Analysis
- Detailed research into new and existing projects, ICOs, token sales, and their potential for success, utility, and growth
Liquidity and Exchange Dynamics
- Monitoring liquidity pools, major exchange inflows and outflows, and the implications of major liquidations or whale activities
Research and Coverage
Reports
Weekly Strategy
Delve deep into our strategic analysis where we scrutinize weekly trends, market movements, and vital data points to outline practical strategies for navigating the ever-evolving cryptocurrency landscape.
Buy In May Thesis Intact (Core Strategy Rebalance)
Our short-term market outlook over the past few weeks has been one of caution and patience, particularly in anticipation of yesterday's events—the Treasury's quarterly refunding announcement and the FOMC meeting. During this period, we observed a weakening market characterized by declining flows,...
⚡️FlashInsights
Dive into real-time market insights with Sean Farrell as he navigates through crucial market dynamics and events pivotal to the crypto ecosystem. Stay informed, stay ahead.
Sean Farrell
Head of Digital Asset StrategyMassive beat by $COIN Revenue - $1.64B ($1.32B Est.) EPS - $4.40 ($1.07 Est.).
Sean Farrell
Head of Digital Asset StrategyWe anticipate that Coinbase ($COIN) will exceed top-line expectations this afternoon when they report earnings after the market close, driven by increased trading volumes and growth in the USDC market cap. We expect revenues to come in at $1.56B for the quarter,...
Weekly Roadmap
End your week with our Weekly Roadmap, a summary that encapsulates our expert views and closing remarks for the week. This digest melds all market happenings and our insights into one coherent context, ensuring you're well-informed and ready for the week ahead.
Market Ends Week on Upswing After Dovish FOMC, Soft Job Numbers
For stocks, April was the worst month of the year so far, ending 4% down from its levels on April 1. It was the first down month for all three major indices since October 2023, and also one...
Fundstrat Team
Funding Fridays
Often, the best way to understand where the industry is heading is to follow the money. Funding Friday aims to bring you up to speed on the latest deals in the crypto industry. Get up to speed on the latest in crypto capital markets and discover emerging projects before they reach the mainstream.
Tokenization Turning Heads
Weekly funding fell from $152 million to $125 million across 23 deals compared to last week’s 31. The largest deal of the week was a $47 million strategic round completed by Securitize, notably led by BlackRock and making...
Tom Couture
Vice President of Digital Asset StrategyLiquid Ventures
A recurring research note focused on delivering unique insights into high-risk investment opportunities within the crypto ecosystem, primarily centered on early-stage or small-cap tokens.
Across Protocol
The crypto industry is becoming increasingly fragmented as more rollups and L1 chains launch, siphoning users and liquidity from other ecosystems while creating inefficiencies. To help combat against siloed ecosystems, many interoperability solutions have launched to make cross-chain...
Tom Couture
Vice President of Digital Asset StrategyDeep Research
Go deep into the world of cryptocurrency with our exhaustive research reports, where we cover a range of topics from market analysis, technological advancements, regulatory changes, and more, providing you with in-depth insights as a basis for informed decisions.
Blockchain Investment Group
Founded in February 2018, Blockchain Investment Group (BIG) is a fund of funds that identifies, evaluates, and manages investments in crypto and blockchain hedge funds. BIG leverages deep industry connections, a proven manager selection process, and prioritizes diversification...
Tom Couture
Vice President of Digital Asset StrategyArchives
Appearances Media Archives
Our researchers frequently appear across various media outlets, sharing their technical analysis and market insights. Our extensive archive ensures you have access to these valuable resources at your fingertips.
Sample Reports
The Game Is Changing
While we maintain that macro conditions are still the most critical factor in assessing the medium/long-term trajectory of BTC prices, daily returns of the leading cryptoasset continue to exhibit a lack of defined correlation with any major macro...
Sean Farrell
Head of Digital Asset StrategyInitial Thoughts Post-ETF
The past week has marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of the crypto industry, a testament to the remarkable journey of an asset class that emerged from a distrubuted community of open source software developers just 15...
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Head of Digital Asset StrategyLatest Publications
Flows Slowly Returning
As we anticipated in mid-April, May 1st appears to have been a pivotal date for interest rates, which have broadly declined since the QRA and FOMC meetings. The release of soft jobs data on Friday has increased expectations...
Sean Farrell
Head of Digital Asset StrategyAcross Protocol
The crypto industry is becoming increasingly fragmented as more rollups and L1 chains launch, siphoning users and liquidity from other ecosystems while creating inefficiencies. To help combat against siloed ecosystems, many interoperability solutions have launched to make cross-chain...
Tom Couture
Vice President of Digital Asset StrategyRobinhood Receives Wells Notice, LayerZero Addresses Sybil Activity
U.S. equities are extending Fridayâs rally, with the $SPY and $QQQ both gaining about 0.65%. This weekâs macroeconomic data includes consumer credit tomorrow, wholesale inventories on Wednesday, and consumer sentiment on Friday. There are Fed speakers set for...
Tom Couture
Vice President of Digital Asset StrategyRisk Assets Surge, Block to Begin DCA'ing Bitcoin
As outlined in this weekâs Core Strategy note, our âBuy in Mayâ thesis was kept intact following the Fedâs announcement of tapering QT and a dovish FOMC meeting, helping yields begin to roll over. This morningâs non-farm payrolls...
Tom Couture
Vice President of Digital Asset StrategyBook a Meeting
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