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| By Beth Canova |
Sometimes, it’s fun to be the contrarian in the room.
True, that’s not always the case. Especially when crypto is near a market top. That’s when hype and greed surge. And it’s when people stop listening to caution and dive in with both feet.
Typically, that crowd isn’t receptive when our analysts warn the good times may be at an end.
In fact, the Weiss crypto ratings first debut in early 2018 — right after the long-term peak for that cycle hit. Juan Villaverde’s Crypto Timing Model suggested a prolonged correction would follow.
That, combined with our ratings metrics, meant that Bitcoin (BTC, “B+”) initially only merited a mere “C+” rating.
The pushback we received was intense! No one wanted to hear about Bitcoin’s flaws. Especially not the month after it shot up 171% in the 30 days prior.
But by February, it was clear Juan’s warning had weight as BTC gave up all those gains.
Now, the script has flipped. And it’s time for contrarians to shift into bull mode.
That’s where the fun — and opportunity — lay.
Bitcoin has retested its June 5 low this week. Totally normal behavior in crypto. But the near-term weakness has talking heads in a panic.
Just two days ago, CoinDesk announced the bear market was tightening its grip.
But the smart money in the room isn’t concerned. They know the best time to be bullish is when no one else is.
That’s why we’re seeing …
- Sharplink (SBET) add 5,000 Ethereum (ETH, “B+”) tokens to its balance, its first purchase since the November 2025 correction.2
- Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest increase its positions in Coinbase (COIN), Circle (CRCL), Bullish (BLSH) and Robinhood (HOOD) after all four posted losses on this week.3
- Long-term traders double down on bullish bets on Bitcoin options.4
Even Juan’s analysis says there’s a Bitcoin Relief Rally Ahead. He does caution that this rally will probably be a small bounce. With the real fireworks likely waiting for us later this year.
That said, near-term bullishness will confirm whether Bitcoin’s long-term low is finally in, giving long-term investors their window to load up. And it gives traders a chance to grab some gains.
For all the details, I encourage you to read his latest update.
But that’s not all that should be on your radar. The rest of your Weiss crypto team has dug up a few other reasons to wear your bullish contrarian badge with pride.
You can check them out right here …
Medical AI Is Entering Its Recall Era
AI seems like an unstoppable trend. But not all AI is equal. And one sector in particular — medical AI — is entering a new era. It has moved from demo theater into the hospital. That makes it more useful and more investable.
Which also means it is more dangerous to analyze lazily. That’s why tech expert Jurica Dujmovic takes you through the metrics needed to measure successful medical AI … and what you should avoid in this sector.
This Coin Could Become the JPMorgan of Crypto
Standard Chartered believes decentralized finance (DeFi) could grow to approximately $2.7 trillion by 2030. And the Head of Digital Assets Research reportedly suggested that Aave (AAVE, “C-”) — the leading DeFi lending platform — could rise to $3,500 in that same time.
That’s an insane prediction. But according to Mark Gough, even if AAVE achieves a fraction of that success, it could mean big things for this token.
The Biggest Bitcoin & Ethereum Updates Aren’t in the Headlines
The best way to be a contrarian is to look beyond the price action. Following the smart money, as I suggested above, is a good first start. But for the real data, DeFi expert Marija Matić walks you through the real data recorded on the blockchain and how to read the story its telling.
Bitcoin’s Rebound Proves Strategy’s Sale Insignificant
Just today, CoinDesk ran an article worrying over Strategy’s (MSTR) Bitcoin balance. Most of it is now underwater, and the fear is the company will sell and trigger a cascading sell-off.
But Mark isn’t worried. He has the technical analysis to back up his confidence and suggest what’s next for the OG crypto.
That’s all for this week, though. Be sure to look for your next update in tomorrow’s Weiss Crypto Daily.
Best,
Beth Canova
Crypto Managing Editor
2 https://www.theblock.co/post/406268/sharplink-buys-ethereum-8-months
3 https://crypto.news/ark-invest-buys-coinbase-robinhood-circle-and-bullish-on-market-dip/
