About the Strategist
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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.
How the US Could Adopt BTC as a Strategic Reserve Asset, Look for ETH to Bottom Within Next Few Trading Days
Many are focused on the presidential race, and for good reason. However, it seems to me that the industry is perhaps too focused on the presidency and not enough on Congress. Should the GOP lose the White House but gain control of...
⚡️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.
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Sean Farrell
Head of Digital Asset StrategyJust a heads up for $ETHE shareholders, your positions are not actually marked 10% below NAV, as pricing data would suggest. Grayscale is spinning off 10% of the AUM in ETHE to contribute to its lower-fee mini #ETH ETF. These shares will...
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Head of Digital Asset StrategyThis morning, Kraken confirmed that it has received Bitcoin (#BTC) and Bitcoin Cash (#BCH) transfers from the Mt. Gox Rehabilitation Trustee and will distribute these funds to creditors within 7-14 days. The Trustee announced that over 13,000 creditors have been repaid, with...
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.
Small-caps Rise Amidst Large-Tech Selloff
“Each one of us has a fire in our heart for something. It's our goal in life to find it and keep it lit.” ― Mary Lou Retton, Olympic gymnast and gold medalist
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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.
Data-Centric Projects Trending
Weekly funding fell by 34% from $126 million to $83 million, while deal count rose approximately 22% from 18 to 22. Infrastructure was the leading category, totaling $51 million across nine deals and comprising 61% of total funding....
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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.
Nuco.Cloud
The creation of the internet has had a significant impact on how enterprises are run and managed. Prior to the internet, companies were required to invest in on-premises infrastructure such as physical hardware, servers, networking equipment, and software...
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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...
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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...
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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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Sean Farrell
Head of Digital Asset StrategyLatest Publications
Coinbase Premium Encouraging Sign for ETH, ONMD Buys BTC for Corporate Treasury
After another day of sizeable outflows from $ETHE, the Grayscale-issued ETF now retains just 85% of the AUM it began with on Tuesday. However, crypto has rallied strongly since the US market closed yesterday, with #BTC briefly moving...
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Head of Digital Asset StrategyPCE and BTC Conference Could Catalyze Strength into August
In today's video, we analyze the recent downturn in crypto markets and highlight pivotal events that could reignite the rally.
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Head of Digital Asset StrategyHow the US Could Adopt BTC as a Strategic Reserve Asset, Look for ETH to Bottom Within Next Few Trading Days
Many are focused on the presidential race, and for good reason. However, it seems to me that the industry is perhaps too focused on the presidency and not enough on Congress. Should the GOP lose the White House...
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Head of Digital Asset StrategyOvernight Liquidations Pull Market Lower, AAVE Weighs Fee Switch
Crypto was certainly looking strong relative to equities yesterday until Asian market hours commenced. Shortly after the HK market opened, we saw increased sell pressure and approximately $100 million in liquidations across all crypto assets, bringing #BTC down...
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