Why We’re Now Focusing on Hyperliquid (HYPE) in 2026

• Bitcoin and Altcoins: A Macro Check-In
• Portfolio Breakdown: $100,000 Baseline
• Recent Buys: Bitcoin and Hyperliquid
• Coin-by-Coin Analysis
• Strategy: Selective Accumulation
• This Week’s Catalysts
• FAQs

As Bitcoin dips below $75,000 at the start of the week but shows signs of recovery, investors are scrambling for actionable strategies. Our model portfolio highlights how to navigate this volatility for long-term gains, with Hyperliquid (HYPE) emerging as a standout performer. Here’s why we’re doubling down on HYPE and how the broader crypto market is shaping up.

Bitcoin and Altcoins: A Macro Check-In

Bitcoin briefly recovered from its weekend slump, trading above $78,000, while major altcoins like Ethereum, XRP, and Solana showed technical rebounds. However, the overall market remains down for the week, with Hyperliquid (HYPE) as a rare exception—soaring double-digits after announcing new prediction markets. Analysts remain cautious, with Galaxy Digital’s Alex Thorn noting a supply gap between $82,000 and $70,000, raising risks of further drops. Meanwhile, Bitcoin ETFs saw $562 million in net inflows, hinting at institutional interest in lower prices.

Portfolio Breakdown: $100,000 Baseline

Our portfolio holds Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Aave (AAVE), Binance Coin (BNB), Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL), and Canton (CC), with a new addition: Hyperliquid (HYPE). Stablecoins like Tether (USDT) make up 41% of holdings, reflecting our cautious stance until bullish signals solidify. The portfolio is down 7% weekly due to recent corrections, but HYPE’s 19% gain stands out. Want to replicate it? Download our app to mirror the allocations.

Recent Buys: Bitcoin and Hyperliquid

We added to our bitcoin position near the April 7, 2025, low, betting on a rebound from key support. For HYPE, the decision was driven by its structural potential (as discussed in our podcast) and momentum—it’s dodged recent sell-offs while gaining 19% this week. The token’s breakout above its 20-day EMA ($32.80) suggests further upside toward $38.42.

Coin-by-Coin Analysis

Trading below the 20-day EMA ($78,376), BTC’s lower highs signal short-term bearish pressure. RSI at 42 hints at stabilization, but a drop below $74,604 could trigger more downside.
Down 21% weekly, ETH struggles below $2,397 (20-day EMA). RSI at 38 shows weakness, with $2,157 as next support.
Up 19% weekly, HYPE holds above its 20-day EMA ($32.80). A break above $38.42 could target $41.10.

Strategy: Selective Accumulation

Bitcoin’s bounce offers hope, but altcoin weakness keeps us sidelined for now. We’ll wait for broader market stability and ETF inflows into ETH/SOL before expanding positions.

This Week’s Catalysts

Eurozone inflation data and the US ISM Services Index (Wednesday) could sway sentiment. Strong US jobs data (Friday) may boost risk assets, while weak numbers could pressure crypto further.