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Bullish sign for the recovery of the cryptocurrency market?
K33 Research experts are seeing an encouraging recovery in the cryptocurrency market, thanks to upcoming refunds by bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange, FTX, announced on May 14. Vetle Lunde and Anders Hesleth from K33 highlighted FTX’s willingness to distribute a minimum of $14.5 billion in cash to his creditors.
Cash injections are planned, intended for users who have suffered losses in the course The collapse of FTX, are poised to trigger significant buying activity in the market. This anticipated surge, referred to by experts as a “bullish surge,” could counteract any negative effects of other redemption strategies involving cryptocurrencies.
Cash vs Cryptocurrencies: Understanding Market Dynamics
K33 analysts compared FTX’s cash redemptions to cryptocurrency redemptions planned by other entities such as Mt. Gox and Gemini, totaling $10.6 billion. While cryptocurrency redemptions could intensify selling pressures as recipients offload their assets, the influx of money from FTX could spur demand, potentially aiding market stability.
Lunde and Hesleth highlighted the nuances of the dynamics introduced by cash payments, suggesting that not all repayments to creditors spell trouble for the market.
Timing is key!
The timing of these refunds emerges as a critical factor in assessing their market implications. Gemini’s $1.7 billion disbursements will begin in early June, while Mt. Gox aims to repay $8.9 billion by October 2024. However, FTX’s repayment timeline remains uncertain pending approval of the court, although creditors advance the funds by the end of the year.
Analysts point out that the staggered release of the funds could lead to a subdued summer market, followed by a robust year-end performance. This phased approach can facilitate smoother absorption of funds, reducing potential market volatility.
The debate continues…
Despite K33 Research’s optimistic outlook, dissenting voices within the industry are raising concerns about FTX’s reimbursement proposal. FTX’s May 8 announcement hinted that potential refunds would reach $16.3 billion, with smaller claimants potentially recovering more than 100% of their losses based on November 2022 cryptocurrency prices.
However, the repayment, denominated in USD rather than cryptocurrencies, drew criticism for overlooking potential earnings, offering creditors a modest 9% interest rate, which was deemed insufficient compensation.
Obstacles identified!
A Bloomberg report has highlighted discontent among creditors such as Sehgal and Romero, who stand to receive substantially less than the current value of their assets. Sehgal, a former member of FTX’s creditors’ committee, expressed frustration, echoing feelings of discontent among stakeholders.
BitGo CEO Mike Belshe also weighed in, criticizing the plan for failing to adequately compensate all creditors. Belshe’s statement highlights broader dissatisfaction among stakeholders,
“I understand why the bankruptcy process has to work this way, but let’s not pretend that victims are getting their money back,”
What do you think of FTX’s repayment plan? Is cash the best approach?
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