Crypto Returns, Bull Run, and Smart Money: Decoding the Signals

Is the crypto bull run here? Smart money is making moves, and returns are beating stocks. Let's break down the key trends and insights.

The crypto market is buzzing! Crypto returns are outpacing traditional stocks, a bull run might be underway, and smart money is making strategic plays. Let's dive into what's happening and what it means for you.

Crypto's Q2 Triumph: Beating the Stock Market

Remember the crypto slump earlier this year? Well, Q2 told a different story. Bitcoin and major altcoins rebounded, delivering a 21.72% return, according to a 99Bitcoins report. That's more than triple the S&P 500's 7.37% gain! Investor confidence seems to be back, baby!

Institutional Interest vs. Retail Retreat?

Here's an interesting twist: unlike past bull markets fueled by retail frenzy, this time, institutions are showing serious interest in Bitcoin. Nine out of ten experts from the 99Bitcoins report said that retail traders were shifting their attention to altcoins.

Kevin's Bold Claim: The *Real* Bull Run is Here

Independent market technician Kevin (@Kev_Capital_TA) dropped a bombshell, arguing that we're now entering "the real bull run." He's basing this on technical signals, macro data, and inter-market correlations. One key indicator he's watching is Tether dominance (USDT.D). He believes that for the bull run to truly kick off, USDT.D needs to hit 3.70 percent. If that support crumbles, it could signal a “peak bull market” phase. He also pointed to Bitcoin's hash-ribbon indicator, which historically has preceded significant upside moves.

Altcoin Rotation: Ethereum and Beyond

Smart money isn't just sticking to Bitcoin. Kevin noted that Ethereum's market share chart is showing signs of a comeback, and early reallocations into ETH-beta names like Chainlink and Uniswap are already up significantly. He warned viewers not to wait for central-bank confirmation: “Don’t be the person sitting on the sidelines waiting for Powell to come out saying QT is over.”

Ozak AI: The Next Big Thing?

Keep an eye on Ozak AI, a decentralized AI analytics ecosystem. Some are comparing its current presale phase to Fetch.ai (FET) in 2020, a period of early adoption by smart capital before mainstream exposure. The project is using DePIN and the Ozak Stream Network (OSN) in construction, allowing it to be built on a decentralized architecture.

Navigating the Bull Run: A Word of Caution

Despite all the optimism, remember that conviction without confirmation is premature. Kevin stressed the importance of