Market Commentary and Crypto Insights from Arthur Hayes

Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX and now CIO of Maelstrom Fund, remains one of crypto’s most provocative and respected macro traders. Known for bold predictions and colorful writing, Hayes regularly publishes essays blending market insights, history, and economics — and in 2025, he's doubling down on Bitcoin’s long-term value.

In March 2025, Hayes argued that Bitcoin's trajectory depends less on price charts and more on fiat liquidity flows, urging traders to watch central bank behavior over short-term targets. He projects Bitcoin could reach $110,000 during this cycle, assuming global liquidity remains loose — though he warned of a peak and correction by late Q1. Ethereum, too, remains a favorite in his outlook, with Hayes forecasting new all-time highs.

Hayes has emphasized a high-conviction thesis: the more governments print, the more valuable Bitcoin becomes. Despite past regulatory run-ins, Hayes has reclaimed a strong presence in global financial discourse. His commentaries now serve as key references for both institutional investors and individual traders navigating the volatile crypto landscape.

  • Eugene Komchuk
  • 9 hours ago
HYPE and NEAR decline as Arthur Hayes offloads tokens
​BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has sold all of his Hyperliquid (HYPE) and Near Protocol (NEAR) tokens. The move effectively marks a reversal of his previous stance after he had earlier issued ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • Yesterday
WLD could moon on AI hype, Arthur Hayes notes
Arthur Hayes, co-founder and chief investment officer at Maelstrom, suggests that Worldcoin (WLD) could see a significant price increase due to enthusiasm around artificial intelligence. Hayes ...
  • Yaroslav Dmytrenko
  • 01.06.2026
Arthur Hayes: HYPE giveaway contest announced for hyperliquid and Kyle Samani
Arthur Hayes, co-founder and chief investment officer at Maelstrom, announced a contest involving a giveaway of HYPE tokens. The challenge requires participants to mention hyperliquid and Kyle ...
  • Hanna Syniavska
  • 30.05.2026
HYPE has potential to hit $150, Arthur Hayes predicts
Arthur Hayes, co-founder and chief investment officer at Maelstrom, expressed bullish sentiment on the HYPE token, suggesting it could rise to $150. He also voiced strong criticism of ...
  • Jose Antonio Gastelum
  • 22.05.2026
Arthur Hayes: HYPE, ZEC, NEAR described as crypto holy trinity
Arthur Hayes, co-founder and chief investment officer at Maelstrom, highlights the ease of trading when holding positions and refers to HYPE, ZEC, and NEAR as the 'holy trinity' in the crypto ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 21.05.2026
HYPE closing in on all-time high and 150 dollar level, Arthur Hayes predicts
Arthur Hayes, co-founder and chief investment officer at Maelstrom, suggests that HYPE is approaching its all-time high. He observes that 150 dollars is now much closer for the ...
  • Ivan Andriyenko
  • 13.05.2026
Arthur Hayes: Rising U.S. Treasury yields may push Trump to seek China deal
Arthur Hayes, co-founder and chief investment officer at Maelstrom, warns that spiking 10-year U.S. Treasury yields could compel U.S. President Donald Trump to secure a deal with China to prevent ...
  • Olga Shendetskaya
  • 12.05.2026
Arthur Hayes says Bitcoin bottom is in, sees major rally ahead
Arthur Hayes is once again basing his Bitcoin outlook on macroeconomics rather than price charts. In his new essay, The Butterfly Touch, the BitMEX co-founder argues that Bitcoin’s drop toward ...
  • Yaroslav Dmytrenko
  • 09.05.2026
Arthur Hayes: Bull market prompts zcash giveaway meme contest with geopolitics theme
Arthur Hayes, co-founder and chief investment officer at Maelstrom, announced a new zcash meme contest in celebration of the bull market's return. The contest requires participants to submit witty ...
  • Jose Antonio Gastelum
  • 06.05.2026
ZEC aiming for 10 percent of BTC price, Arthur Hayes notes
Arthur Hayes, co-founder and chief investment officer at Maelstrom, highlights that his target for ZEC is 10 percent of the price of BTC. He suggests there is significant price movement required ...
  • Olga Shendetskaya
  • 04.05.2026
Arthur Hayes sets timeline for Bitcoin to reach $100,000
A prominent cryptocurrency entrepreneur and ​BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has given a specific timeframe for Bitcoin’s return to six-figure territory, saying the cryptocurrency is likely to ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 01.05.2026
ZEC could reach $400, Arthur Hayes suggests
Arthur Hayes, co-founder and chief investment officer at Maelstrom, shares optimism about the potential for a significant price increase in ZEC, referencing a possible jump to $400. His comment ...
  • Olga Shendetskaya
  • 16.04.2026
Arthur Hayes calls crypto market a no-trade zone
​Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX and one of the most influential voices in cryptocurrency, has declared that the digital asset market has entered a dangerous “no-trade zone,” where taking ...
  • Elena Nikulina
  • 25.03.2026
Markets display strong optimism, Arthur Hayes warns
Arthur Hayes expressed concern about current market sentiment, describing it as overly optimistic. He noted that while he hopes for an end to ongoing market volatility, he is not willing to add ...
  • Parshwa Turakhiya
  • 20.03.2026
Arthur Hayes: Oil contracts trade $1.5 billion daily as HYPE gains momentum
Oil contracts are currently trading at volumes of $1.5 billion per day, according to Arthur Hayes. Hayes highlights the growing influence of HYPE in these markets, suggesting strong momentum ...
  • Olesia Kramarenko
  • 12.03.2026
Oil and 10yr treasury yield rise, Arthur Hayes warns
Oil prices and the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield are both rising, according to Arthur Hayes. He notes this simultaneous upward movement is concerning for markets and questions whether a bailout may ...
  • Oleg Tkachenko
  • 06.03.2026
Arthur Hayes: Brent oil rally may trigger spike in U.S. yields
Arthur Hayes suggests that continued gains in Brent oil, due to tensions related to a potential U.S.-Iran war, could lead to a volatility-driven spike in 10-year yields. Hayes notes that such a ...
  • Yaroslav Dmytrenko
  • 04.03.2026
Bitcoin stays tied to U.S. SaaS tech outlook, Arthur Hayes warns
Bitcoin has not separated from U.S. SaaS technology companies, according to Arthur Hayes. He suggested that the current move could be a dead cat bounce and warned that market conditions remain ...
  • Eugene Komchuk
  • 03.03.2026
Bitcoin price prediction by Arthur Hayes: How high could BTC go?
​BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes believes that a military conflict between the United States and Iran could ultimately play in Bitcoin’s favor. If rising budget spending pushes the Federal ...
  • Daria Chernytska
  • 28.02.2026
Arthur Hayes highlights HyperliquidX accessibility as traditional markets close
Arthur Hayes underscored the ongoing activity in crypto markets as traditional exchanges pause for the weekend. He pointed to HyperliquidX remaining open even as other financial markets shut ...
  • Hanna Syniavska
  • 07.02.2026
Arthur Hayes compiles bank notes to understand Bitcoin volatility
Arthur Hayes commented on the recent drop in Bitcoin's price, attributing it to dealer hedging related to structured products like IBIT. He plans to compile a complete list of notes issued by ...