Harry Miller/HillBillyCrypto- Started buying/trading crypto in 2019. Discovered NFTs in the early months of 2020. Created Discord profile HillBillyCrypto in 2020. Created X(Twitter) profile HillBillyCrypto in April of 2021. Developed the HBC brand during the bear market from 2021 to current. Changed X profile to HBCWeb3 in 2023. 

Met an amazing entrepreneur 8Bit/Satoshi Samurai in an NFT project called Satoshi Quest in September of 2021. We met up at NFTLA in 2021, where I was sent as a Text Journalist by the Satoshi Quest project. 8Bit and myself have been in numerous Web3 projects together. We have hosted spaces on "X" with some of the leading minds in the Web3  development. We have had many  'Brainstorming Sessions' about ideas for our own Web3 projects. We have become great friends.
  
  The cryptocurrency bull run from 2020 to 2021 marked an unprecedented surge in the value and popularity of digital assets. Beginning in late 2020 and extending well into 2021, major cryptocurrencies experienced significant price gains, capturing the attention of both institutional and retail investors. Bitcoin, the flagship cryptocurrency, led the charge by reaching new all-time highs, breaking the $20,000 barrier in December 2020 and continuing its ascent.

One of the driving factors behind this bull run was increased institutional adoption. Established financial institutions and corporations began showing a growing interest in cryptocurrencies as a store of value and a hedge against inflation. Companies like MicroStrategy and Tesla made headlines by allocating significant portions of their balance sheets to Bitcoin, further legitimizing its role as a viable asset class.

The decentralized finance (DeFi) sector also played a crucial role in the bull run. DeFi projects, which leverage blockchain technology to recreate traditional financial instruments such as lending and trading without intermediaries, gained substantial traction. This surge in DeFi activity contributed to increased demand for Ethereum and other alternative cryptocurrencies.

The Bitcoin halving event, a pre-coded mechanism that reduces the reward for mining new blocks by half approximately every four years, also played a pivotal role. The third halving occurred in May 2020, decreasing the reward from 12.5 to 6.25 bitcoins. Historically, halvings have been associated with bull markets as the reduction in the rate of new Bitcoin issuance creates scarcity, driving up demand.

Altcoins, or alternative cryptocurrencies, experienced remarkable price appreciation during this period. Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, not only saw its value surge but also played a pivotal role in the rise of NFTs (non-fungible tokens). NFTs, which represent unique digital assets, gained mainstream recognition, with artists, musicians, and celebrities utilizing blockchain technology to tokenize and sell their work.

However, the cryptocurrency market's volatility became evident in May 2021 when a significant correction occurred. Fueled by concerns over environmental impact, regulatory scrutiny, and over-leveraged positions, prices of various cryptocurrencies experienced a sharp decline. Bitcoin, for instance, dropped from its all-time high of around $64,000 to below $30,000.

The bull run from 2020 to 2021, while marked by impressive gains, also highlighted the challenges and risks associated with the cryptocurrency market. It underscored the need for a balanced and informed approach to investing in these digital assets, considering their inherent volatility and susceptibility to external factors.

  In a surprising turn of events, Elon Musk, the visionary entrepreneur known for his transformative impact on various industries, has acquired Twitter. With his unique perspective and commitment to innovation, Musk wasted no time in implementing significant changes. Renaming the platform "X," Musk envisions a space where free speech thrives, transcending traditional limitations. Emphasizing inclusivity, diverse perspectives are encouraged, fostering open dialogue and constructive conversations. Musk's endeavor to make "X" a bastion of unrestricted expression marks a bold step toward redefining the social media landscape, embracing the power of unfiltered ideas in a truly open forum. As the world watches, the transformation of Twitter into "X" signals an era where communication transcends boundaries, exemplifying Musk's penchant for pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

The crypto market witnessed a phenomenon known as the "memecoin explosion," where a new breed of cryptocurrencies, characterized by their playful and meme-driven nature, gained unprecedented popularity. Memecoins, such as Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, surged in value, driven not only by traditional market factors but also by online communities and social media trends. The rise of memecoins exemplified the influence of internet culture on the financial landscape, with communities rallying around these digital assets, often featuring popular memes and mascots. Memecoins gained widespread attention, attracting both seasoned investors and newcomers seeking to ride the wave of viral online trends. While the memecoin explosion brought moments of excitement and volatility to the crypto market, it also sparked debates about the long-term sustainability and fundamental value of these assets, prompting a reevaluation of traditional investment norms within the cryptocurrency space.

  To conclude my personal time capsule, I have been steadily buying many different Crypto Assets and NFTs. I have taught myself to spot trade and leverage trade on crypto trading platforms. We hit a 3 trillion dollar marketcap in the 2021 bullrun. Predictions put the markwtcap for the bullrun of 2025 between 6 and 12 trillion. So, my Bitcoin price Predictions: Market cap 6-9 trillion BTC = $110-120k per BTC. Marketcap 9-12 trillion BTC= $120-$175k per BTC.

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