Zcash Surges 30% Following Arthur Hayes’ Influential Social Media Post

Zcash surged about 30% in 24 hours, peaking at $355. It outperformed the top 50 coins by market cap and increased over 40% within a week.

Social Media Influence

  • Arthur Hayes' bullish post on X contributed to the rise.
  • Increased trading volume as traders quickly responded.
  • Commentators like AB Kuai Dong and Clemente noted the influence of influential figures and FOMO in driving trades.

Historical Impact of Influencer Predictions

  • Hayes previously influenced markets with predictions, such as forecasting a 126x increase for Hyperliquid's HYPE, which led to a 5% uptick.
  • Market reactions vary based on liquidity and demand.

Privacy Tokens Gaining Interest

  • Zcash rallied nearly 500% over 30 days, reaching a $5 billion market cap.
  • Monero rose 3.2%, highlighting regulatory challenges.

Technical Indicators and Forecast

  • Zcash is expected to rise 52% to $558 by November 26, 2025.
  • Indicators show bullish momentum; Fear & Greed Index is neutral at 51.
  • 19 out of the last 30 days were positive for Zcash, but volatility remains high at 37%.

The recent Zcash movement underscores how social signals can drive significant trading activity. The sustainability of this rally depends on continued demand and market conditions.