Crypto Weekly Review: Who Profited and Who Took a Hit?

Here we go again—another classic crypto week that lifted us up just to shake us down hard. In the end, the market remained steadier than my mood after a bad coffee, but some coins put on an impressive show while others shed serious value. Time for our weekly recap!
Bitcoin and Ethereum: The Steady Giants
Bitcoin (BTC) once again proved why it remains the undisputed king of the crypto market. Trading around $68,500 over the weekend, it held relatively steady—up roughly 2%. Nothing spectacular, but no crash either. Ethereum (ETH), on the other hand, showed a bit more energy, climbing 4%. Both coins benefited from the broader market sentiment, but the real excitement, as usual, came from the smaller altcoins.
PEPE: The Memecoin That Just Won’t Quit
When it comes to wild price swings, PEPE (PEPE) is hard to ignore. This memecoin hit a new all-time high of around $0.000021 this week—a gain of over 30%! Things really heated up on Tuesday, driven by positive Bitcoin momentum and an intensely engaged community. Experts suspect the growing acceptance of memecoins as speculative trading vehicles added fuel to the fire. Who wouldn’t want to get in on that?
WLFI: The Secret Star Thanks to a Major DEX
WLFI (WLFI) delivered a massive performance this week, surging over 50%! The catalyst? A listing on one of the world’s largest decentralized exchanges (DEXs). Fresh liquidity poured in, attracting not just short-term traders but long-term investors too. Experts see WLFI as a promising project in the rising DeFi space. Let’s just say: When a small crypto suddenly lands on the big stage, that’s a good sign.
HTX: Institutions Are Getting in the Game
HTX, the token of the popular crypto exchange (formerly Huobi), notched a strong weekly gain of 25%.



The driver? Several institutional investors jumped in. This move not only boosted confidence in the platform but also signaled that the professional sector is gradually embracing crypto services. And as if that weren’t enough: HTX also strengthened its compliance framework—a move that resonates well with serious investors.
PUMP: When the Hype Fades
PUMP (PUMP), the token within the Pump.fun ecosystem, had quite the rollercoaster week. After a blazing start with an all-time high of $0.28, it crashed hard—nearly 40% in just a few days. The culprit? Profit-taking. Many traders cashed in and dumped the token. Experts now warn of further consolidation if no new catalyst emerges. The rise is fast, and so is the fall.
CARV: A Cautionary Tale of Pump-and-Dump
Then there’s CARV (CARV), a memecoin initially touted as a promising project for gaming and metaverse applications. After allegations of a coordinated pump-and-dump scheme, its price plummeted over 60%. Reports suggest early investors dumped their holdings, leaving newcomers holding the bag. Stories like this remind us that the crypto market—especially in memecoins—can be a wild ride.
Final Thoughts: Excitement Abounds, But Caution Is Key
Last week was proof once again that the crypto market is anything but dull. While coins like PEPE, WLFI, and HTX took off, others like PUMP and CARV crashed hard. For investors, that means seizing opportunities but never losing sight of risk—especially in memecoins and smaller altcoins, where the wind can change direction in a heartbeat.
The coming weeks will reveal whether the recovery trend continues or if new external factors rock the market. One thing’s for sure: I’ll keep you posted on what the week brings. Until then—stay safe and trade wisely!