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Key Highlights:

DeFi tokens are garnering attention as Bitcoin and Ethereum show mild increases ahead of crucial employment data.

The upcoming revisions from the Bureau of Labor Statistics may indicate a weaker job market over the prior year, which typically translates to further rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, boosting interest in yield-generating assets such as DeFi.

“DeFi will attract cash searching for yield.” - Arthur Hayes

In the past 24 hours, the CoinDesk DeFi Select Index has increased by 3%, further signaling strength in the decentralized finance sector, with notable performances from decentralized exchange tokens.

Observations:

• HYPE token surged by 9%, while MYX token skyrocketed by 260% in one day.
• Market conditions reflect a willingness among investors to shift resources from traditional assets.

Stay alert as the U.S. producer price index and consumer price index will be released soon, which could also influence market dynamics.