Golden Cross / Death Cross
Detects the canonical Golden Cross (50-EMA crossing above 200-EMA = bullish regime) and Death Cross (50-EMA crossing below 200-EMA = bearish regime). Uses daily timeframe as primary with 4h confirmation. The most-watched trend regime signal in crypto — every cycle, 'golden cross incoming' headlines drive retail flow.
What is this scanner?
Detects the canonical Golden Cross (50-EMA crossing above 200-EMA = bullish regime) and Death Cross (50-EMA crossing below 200-EMA = bearish regime). Uses daily timeframe as primary with 4h confirmation. The most-watched trend regime signal in crypto — every cycle, 'golden cross incoming' headlines drive retail flow.
The Golden Cross / Death Cross scanner operates across 4h, 1d timeframes and refreshes every 300 seconds, ensuring you see fresh signals as conditions develop.
Origin & History
Momentum-based analysis traces back to relative strength research by Robert Levy in the 1960s and was popularized by William O'Neil's CAN SLIM methodology.
The QSA implementation of Golden Cross / Death Cross builds on this foundation with quantitative thresholds calibrated specifically for crypto perpetual futures markets. The 24/7 nature of crypto trading and the unique dynamics of DEX markets like Hyperliquid require different parameters than traditional market approaches.
Detection Criteria
Price Analysis
Price action analysis — evaluates candle patterns, trend structure, and key level proximity.
Ema Analysis
Exponential Moving Averages — tracks trend direction and dynamic support/resistance levels.
Ma crossover Analysis
Evaluates ma_crossover data to identify qualifying patterns and confirm signal validity.
Grading Breakdown
Textbook golden cross / death cross signal with 4+ domain categories confirming, rare category multipliers contributing, and strong regime alignment. These represent the top 1-2% of signals.
Strong golden cross / death cross signal with 3+ categories confirming. Good domain diversity and meaningful rarity bonuses from contributing scanners.
Valid golden cross / death cross detection with 2-3 confirming categories. The core pattern is present but lacks the depth of confirmation needed for higher grades.
Single-category golden cross / death cross signal or one with limited domain diversity. Pattern detected but conviction is low — worth monitoring, not acting on alone.
Common Mistakes
Chasing after the initial move has already produced 3-5% of price change. The best entries are early, not late.
Ignoring volume confirmation. Momentum without volume is unreliable and often reverses quickly.
Not checking the broader market regime. Momentum strategies underperform during CHAOS regimes.
Setting stop losses too tight, getting stopped out by normal volatility before the move develops.
How to Trade
Entry Context
Wait for a confirmed breakout or momentum shift with above-average volume. The best entries come after a brief consolidation, not during the initial spike. Confirm with at least one other scanner.
Risk Management
Stop below the most recent swing low (for longs) or swing high (for shorts). Position size: 1-2% risk per trade. Exit if momentum stalls and volume drops below average for 3+ candles.
Target Framework
Target previous swing highs/lows or 2x ATR projected from entry. Trail stops using the 10-period EMA on the signal timeframe. Take partial profits at 1x risk-reward.
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