What Actually Drives Crypto Markets Today? Inside Market Structure, Flows & Derivatives

🔍 What Actually Drives Crypto Markets Today?
Inside Market Structure, Flows & Derivatives
Crypto markets have traditionally been interpreted through various narratives — halving events, cycles, and labeling Bitcoin as ‘digital gold.’ However, the landscape has shifted significantly. With the influx of institutional capital, ETF flows, and the booming derivatives markets, price dynamics in the crypto sphere are increasingly influenced by market structure over mere stories.
👉 What truly drives crypto markets today?
Join us for an enriching fireside chat featuring Jim Hwang, Co-Founder & COO of Firinne Capital, who brings a wealth of knowledge from traditional asset management into the realm of digital assets. Prior to his venture in crypto, Jim focused on quantitative strategies, portfolio construction, and factor investing for esteemed institutions such as CPP Investments and Barclays Global Investors.
In this session, we’ll delve into:

• The evolution of crypto market structure through various cycles
• The significance of institutional capital, ETF flows, and macroeconomic influences
• The dominance of derivatives (perps & options) in shaping price behavior
• Strategies employed by professional investors to manage exposure and risks
• Common misconceptions about the functioning of crypto markets
  🎯 Who Should Attend?
• Enthusiasts of crypto and digital asset investing
• Individuals interested in trading, market structure, and macroeconomic factors
• Anyone eager to grasp the in-depth workings of markets beyond superficial narratives
  📍 Location: NYU Leslie Entrepreneurial Institute (Leslie eLab)
  🎟️ Get your tickets here!