According to BRN, institutions are dominating crypto demand with corporations like Strategy acquiring over 10,100 BTC worth $1.05 billion and spot ETFs for BTC and ETH showing inflows, as regulatory progress with the GENIUS Act advances. Per XBTO, altcoins experienced a significant sell-off while majors held steady, indicating controlled de-risking ahead of the Federal Reserve's rate decision.

According to Milk Road (@MilkRoadDaily), traders are closely watching the upcoming Federal Reserve decision, as it is expected to influence volatility in the cryptocurrency markets. Historically, FOMC announcements have led to sharp price movements in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other major digital assets, as interest rate policy changes directly affect risk appetite and liquidity conditions (source: Milk Road tweet, May 5, 2025). Traders are advised to review stop-loss placements, monitor trading volumes, and prepare for potential swings in both directions as the decision approaches.