Fed Rate Hike Fails to Move Crypto Markets as AlphaPepe Presale Gains Traction
The Federal Reserve's first rate hike failed to have a significant impact on cryptocurrency markets. Bitcoin held steady near $76,000 after briefly dipping toward $74,000. Analysts note that the market is becoming less sensitive to macro headlines and more focused on internal catalysts such as ETF flows, whale accumulation, and on-chain demand.
AlphaPepe's presale has been gaining traction, with over $2.7 million raised in Stage 20 at a price of $0.0302. The project aims to launch its DEX, AlphaSwap, in Q1 2027, which will feature an AI-powered Auto-Trade beta backed by Claude Fable 5.1.
AlphaPepe's presale is seen as a more attractive option for retail investors who want early access to the project's potential returns. The September 19 Auto-Trade registration deadline adds urgency to the presale, with eligible $ALPE holders able to configure trading rules and use their tokens as credits for AI and Auto-Trade functionality.