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Floki Inu (FLOKI), the Shiba Inu-inspired memecoin, has rocketed into the spotlight with a surge in trading activity and a nearly 20% price increase in the past week. However, experts caution that this “pup-ularity” might be short-lived, fueled more by hype than by strong foundations. 
<h2 data-sourcepos="5:1-5:53" id="strong-open-interest-takes-off-newcomers-flock-to-floki-strong">Open Interest Takes Off: Newcomers Flock To FLOKI</h2> 
The key indicator driving excitement is the skyrocketing Futures Open Interest for FLOKI. According to Coinglass, this figure, which reflects the number of outstanding futures contracts, has climbed a staggering 110% since May 1st, reaching a 30-day high of nearly $20 million. This suggests a surge of new market participants entering FLOKI positions, potentially anticipating further price increases. 
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-608776 size-full" src="https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_d74609.png?resize=1024%2C303" alt="" width="1024" height="303" srcset="https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_d74609.png?resize=1024%2C303?w=1424 1424w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_d74609.png?resize=1024%2C303?w=460 460w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_d74609.png?resize=1024%2C303?w=768 768w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_d74609.png?resize=1024%2C303?w=860 860w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_d74609.png?resize=1024%2C303?w=750 750w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_d74609.png?resize=1024%2C303?w=1140 1140w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" data-recalc-dims="1"> 
Adding fuel to the fire is the significant rise in FLOKI’s daily trading volume. On May 15th, <a href="https://app.santiment.net/charts?settings=%7B%22slug%22%3A%22floki-inu%22%2C%22ticker%22%3A%22FLOKI%22%2C%22from%22%3A%222024-02-16T23%3A00%3A01.638Z%22%2C%22to%22%3A%222024-05-17T22%3A59%3A59.638Z%22%7D&amp;widgets=%5B%7B%22widget%22%3A%22HolderDistributionWidget%22%2C%22wm%22%3A%5B%22%5B3%3Bholders_distribution%3B100_to_1k%3B1k_to_10k%3B10k_to_100k%3B100k_to_1M%3B1M_to_10M%3B10M_to_100M%3B100M_to_1B%3B1B_to_inf%5D%22%2C%22whale_transaction_count_100k_usd_to_inf%22%2C%22price_usd%22%5D%2C%22whm%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22wax%22%3A%5B2%5D%2C%22wpax%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22wc%22%3A%5B%22%23FFCB47%22%2C%22%23266472%22%2C%22%23808080%22%5D%2C%22ws%22%3A%7B%221%22%3A%7B%22interval%22%3A%227d%22%7D%2C%222%22%3A%7B%22interval%22%3A%2212h%22%2C%22node%22%3A%22candle%22%7D%7D%7D%2C%7B%22widget%22%3A%22ChartWidget%22%2C%22wm%22%3A%5B%22supply_on_exchanges%22%2C%22supply_outside_exchanges%22%5D%2C%22whm%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22wax%22%3A%5B0%2C1%5D%2C%22wpax%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22wc%22%3A%5B%22%23FF5B5B%22%2C%22%23FFCB47%22%5D%7D%2C%7B%22widget%22%3A%22ChartWidget%22%2C%22wm%22%3A%5B%22mvrv_usd%22%5D%2C%22whm%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22wax%22%3A%5B0%5D%2C%22wpax%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22wc%22%3A%5B%22%23FFAD4D%22%5D%7D%2C%7B%22widget%22%3A%22ChartWidget%22%2C%22wm%22%3A%5B%22transaction_volume_profit_loss_ratio%22%5D%2C%22whm%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22wax%22%3A%5B0%5D%2C%22wpax%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22wc%22%3A%5B%22%23FF5B5B%22%5D%7D%2C%7B%22widget%22%3A%22ChartWidget%22%2C%22wm%22%3A%5B%22volume_usd%22%5D%2C%22whm%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22wax%22%3A%5B0%5D%2C%22wpax%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22wc%22%3A%5B%22%23D2D6E7%22%5D%2C%22ws%22%3A%7B%220%22%3A%7B%22interval%22%3A%221d%22%7D%7D%7D%5D" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Santiment</a> reported a daily volume exceeding $1 billion, marking the highest level for FLOKI since late March. This intense buying activity indicates a surge in investor interest, pushing the price upwards. 
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-608779 size-full" src="https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_7c84f2.png?resize=1024%2C331" alt="" width="1024" height="331" srcset="https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_7c84f2.png?resize=1024%2C331?w=1341 1341w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_7c84f2.png?resize=1024%2C331?w=460 460w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_7c84f2.png?resize=1024%2C331?w=768 768w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_7c84f2.png?resize=1024%2C331?w=860 860w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_7c84f2.png?resize=1024%2C331?w=750 750w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_7c84f2.png?resize=1024%2C331?w=1140 1140w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" data-recalc-dims="1"> 
<h2 data-sourcepos="13:1-13:58" id="strong-momentum-indicators-point-to-a-bullish-charge-strong">Momentum Indicators Point To A Bullish Charge</h2> 
Further bolstering the case for a bullish FLOKI is the behavior of its key momentum indicators. Both the Relative Strength Index (RSI) and the Money Flow Index (MFI) currently sit comfortably above their neutral lines, at 62.68 and 65.37 respectively. In simpler terms, these metrics suggest that the price momentum leans towards further gains in the short term. 
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full" src="https://www.tradingview.com/x/kgm6gIZl/" width="1835" height="883"> 
Also, the broader market sentiment surrounding FLOKI is notably positive. Increased trading volumes and a surge in social media mentions have amplified investor interest, suggesting that the cryptocurrency is gaining traction not just among retail traders but also institutional investors. 
Recent partnerships and strategic developments within the <a href="https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/floki" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">FLOKI</a> ecosystem are likely to fuel further growth. These factors, combined with the strong technical indicators, paint a promising picture for FLOKI’s near-term performance, potentially paving the way for substantial price appreciation. 
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-608777 size-full" src="https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_5f3cf6.png?resize=674%2C404" alt="" width="674" height="404" srcset="https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_5f3cf6.png?resize=674%2C404?w=674 674w, https://www.newsbtc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a_5f3cf6.png?resize=674%2C404?w=460 460w" sizes="(max-width: 674px) 100vw, 674px" data-recalc-dims="1"> 
However, beneath the shiny exterior lies a potential cause for concern. The Chaikin Money Flow (CMF), an indicator that measures the buying and selling pressure of an asset, paints a rather bearish picture. Still In Negative Zone 
Despite the price appreciation,&nbsp;FLOKI’s CMF remains firmly in negative territory, currently hovering around -0.11. This suggests that even though the price is rising, the buying pressure might be weakening. 
This divergence between price and buying pressure is often seen as a sign of a potential reversal, indicating a rally driven by short-term speculation rather than long-term investor confidence. 
While FLOKI’s recent performance is undeniably impressive, the underlying factors suggest a potentially volatile future. The surge in open interest and trading volume hints at a market frenzy, but the negative CMF raises concerns about the rally’s sustainability. 
Featured image from Floki, chart from TradingView

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