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How to Ignore the Noise and Stick to the 2026 Long Game
Avoid the cryptocurrency boredom in times like this
Tom Handy4 min read·Just now--
The market traded with deliberate calm this past week, which is the classic setup before a major shift. While the world watched the Bitcoin 2026 Conference at The Venetian in Las Vegas (April 27–29) last week, the smart money was busy positioning. With nearly three decades of investor experience, I view this not as boredom, but as healthy consolidation after recent volatility.
Bitcoin Dominance
We saw Bitcoin Dominance hold at approximately 60.0%. This continued high level suggests that the flight to quality remains the dominant theme as investors prioritize the stability of Bitcoin over high-risk altcoins.
Fear and Greed Index
Sentiment highlighted emotional swings. The Fear and Greed Index, the week started with a move toward optimism, hitting a Neutral score of 47 on April 27. However, the…