We can't rule out the role of journalists in the cryptocurrency markets. They are in one way or the other responsible for some of the FUD and FOMO which affects Bitcoin and altcoins. However, it is quite shocking to know that most of these journalists are forbidden by their employers to HODL any cryptocurrency.
I don't know why any employer would want to restrict their staff from participating in any business of their choice. It is totally wrong and for me that is modern slavery. And it bests me halo why anyone would even allow themselves to be treated in that way all in the name of a job. Anyway, that is by the way. On the othet hand, FUD or FOMO is part of news reporting. And this day, everyone who owns a mobile device and Internet and can write is a a termed journalist. Social media has made this possible.