At spot rates, Bitcoin is resilient, soaking in selling pressure and bouncing off the 20-day moving average, as evident in the daily chart. As BTC floats above $69,000, it appears that bulls are preparing for even more gains in the days ahead. For now, BTC has a strong rejection at $72,000. However, if this level […]
Long-term Bitcoin holders are back to accumulating, as Bitfinex notes a shift in market dynamics with a potential for a new rally.
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Bitcoin and select altcoins are attempting to break above their respective resistance levels, signaling aggressive buying by the bulls.
As Bitcoin continues to consolidate, cryptocurrency experts at Our Crypto Talk in a bold forecast that has garnered the attention of the crypto community have pointed out that BTC is on the verge of making its next significant upward movement. The analyst’s projection shows that BTC is preparing for a possible upswing that might see […]
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The Apollo Co-founder Thomas Fahrer made a grand prediction that BTC would hit $3.5 million in value by 2030. Currently, BTC represents 0.1% of the world’s wealth, which he anticipates will soar by 5% by the decade’s end. However, he also admitted the possibility that Bitcoin’s market share might only reach 1% instead of the …
Crypto analyst Tara has highlighted a bullish pattern that recently formed on the Bitcoin chart. She also revealed how high the flagship crypto could rise on its next leg up. Furthermore, her analysis suggested that Bitcoin may be about to enter the parabolic phase of this market cycle. “Major Impulse” Move On The Horizon For Bitcoin Tara mentioned in an X (formerly Twitter) post that she believes that Bitcoin is about to make a major impulse move that will send its price to $75,800, representing a new all-time (ATH) for the crypto token. She made this remark while revealing that the “full ABCDE on price and RSI has been completed.” Related Reading: Chainlink Is Not Done: Analyst Predicts 300% Rise Against Bitcoin According to her, Bitcoin just broke out of the resistance on the Relative Strength Index (RSI) and has completed the retest of the breakout level at $67,800. This development is significant as it suggests that Bitcoin may soon enter the parabolic phase of this cycle. Crypto analyst Rekt Capital recently claimed that Bitcoin is one breakout away from entering this phase while highlighting the $70,000 range as the level to beat. Crypto analyst Michael van de Poppe also highlighted $70,000 as the price level BTC needs to break through to reach a new ATH. Meanwhile, if Bitcoin reaches $75,800 as Tara predicts, that would mean that the flagship crypto has entered the “escape velocity phase,” which could set it up for further moves to the upside. Crypto analyst James Check (also known as Checkmatey) claimed that Bitcoin could attain this escape velocity phase shift at $73,000. Furthermore, BTC hitting this new ATH is also significant as it could cause the flagship crypto to rise as high as $100,000 during this upward trend. Crypto analyst Crypto Jebb mentioned that there is a “great degree of likelihood” that Bitcoin will rally to the $100,000 price mark should it break its current ATH of $73,800. Interestingly, he made this remark while highlighting an inverse heads and shoulders pattern that could send Bitcoin’s price to $75,000. btc Is Headed To $85,000 On The Next Leg Up Crypto analyst Mikybull Crypto has also offered a bullish narrative for Bitcoin, stating that a megaphone pattern has formed on BTC’s chart and has a price target of $85,000. He also added that this breakout will happen soon. Before now, the analyst highlighted a broadened wedge that had formed on BTC’s daily chart and remarked that the “breakout is closer than you think.” Related Reading: Dogecoin Whales Buy $112 Million Worth Of DOGE As Crypto Investors Turn Their Attention To Meme Coins Meanwhile, crypto analyst Ali Martinez also outlined how BTC could rise to $79,600 soon. He stated that Bitcoin is currently hovering around the +0.5σ pricing band at $66,800 and that the flagship crypto will likely test the 1.0σ pricing band at $79,600 if it can hold above this level.
Bitcoin and Ethereum supplies on centralized exchanges have hit record lows following the introduction of crypto-related spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States. According to Glassnode data, Bitcoin balances on exchanges have fallen to 11.6%, the lowest since December 2017. Ethereum balances are even lower at 10.6%, the lowest since October 2015. Spot ETFs […]
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Bitcoin market commentators are increasingly confident that BTC price action is building a breakout, which will make history.
The Technical Director at the Cardano Foundation, Matthias Benkort (also known as @KtorZ), has successfully encapsulated the entire Bitcoin blockchain within a single block on the Cardano blockchain. This announcement, made via X (formerly Twitter), has sent ripples through the blockchain community, highlighting the potential for advanced data management and interoperability between blockchains. A Breakthrough […]
Crypto analyst TechDev (@TechDev_52) recently shared a detailed chart analysis suggesting that Bitcoin might be on the cusp of its most significant breakout to date. This analysis, backed by historical patterns and technical indicators, points to a potential shift in the market that could lead to unprecedented price levels for Bitcoin. The chart provided by TechDev illustrates Bitcoin’s price action in USD alongside its price relative to the M1 money supply (BTC/M1). Historically, Bitcoin has exhibited distinct phases of parabolic price increases, known as “blowoff tops,” followed by sharp corrections. These blowoff tops are marked with green check marks on the chart, occurring in 2011, 2013, and 2017. Each of these peaks was followed by significant corrections. Notably, the 2021 peak did not result in a blowoff top, as indicated by the red cross on the chart. This deviation from historical patterns is significant because it suggests a possible change in market behavior. TechDev’s chart also highlights a key pattern known as the “descending right-angled broadening formation.” This technical pattern is characterized by a series of lower highs and lower lows, creating a broadening wedge shape. The pattern typically signals a period of consolidation, where the price oscillates within the broadening trend lines before a decisive breakout. The chart shows that Bitcoin has recently broken out of this broadening wedge, indicating a potential shift from a consolidation phase to a new bullish trend. Related Reading: Bitcoin Whale Indicator Flashes Signal Last Seen Before 480% Surge In Mid-2020 The analyst commented, “Significant. Bitcoin has only seen blow-off tops after breakouts against M1 money supply. And the longer it’s consolidated, the longer it’s run. This breakout follows the longest consolidation yet. In fact, it represents a textbook breakout of a 5 year broadening wedge. The last 5 years have been corrective against M1. BTC is once again impulsive against it for the first time since 2017. We’ve never seen a Bitcoin breakout like this one.” Bitcoin Could Outpace The 2021 Cycle Another critical aspect of TechDev’s analysis is the breakout of Bitcoin against the M1 money supply. The M1 money supply includes physical currency and checkable deposits, representing the most liquid forms of money in the economy. TechDev points out that Bitcoin has broken out against M1 for the first time since March 2017. This breakout is particularly significant because it suggests that Bitcoin’s recent price increase is driven by intrinsic demand rather than merely an increase in the money supply. Related Reading: Market Analysis: How Will Mt. Gox’s Bitcoin Distribution Affect Crypto Prices? TechDev comments on this breakout, stating: “You’re looking at the first breakout of Bitcoin against M1 money supply since March 2017 when it went historically parabolic for 9 months. Comparisons and trend projections involving 2021 may end up dramatically underestimating things. One interpretation: In 2021 BTC was carried to new USD highs by increased money supply. In 2024 it’s gotten there on its own demand (and thus broke out against M1). Add the anticipated M1 growth this time and we likely see BTC outpace expectations based in part on 2021.” TechDev’s analysis underscores the importance of understanding Bitcoin’s performance relative to macroeconomic indicators like the M1 money supply. By breaking out against M1, Bitcoin demonstrates strong intrinsic demand, which is a bullish signal for future price movements. The historical patterns of blowoff tops following similar breakouts suggest that Bitcoin could be entering a new phase of price discovery, potentially leading to new all-time highs. At press time, BTC traded at $69,032. Featured image created with DALL·E, chart from TradingView.com
The price of Bitcoin appears to have returned to a choppy market condition, quashing any hopes of a breakout to new highs soon. However, the good news is that the current bull cycle may still not be over, even though it is taking a while for the premier cryptocurrency to resume its upward momentum. Specifically, the latest on-chain observation shows that Bitcoin has been going through a “euphoria wave” over the past few months. Here’s the implication of this phase on the current bull run. How Old Is The Current Bitcoin ‘Euphoria Wave’? Blockchain intelligence firm Glassnode revealed via a post on the X platform that Bitcoin has entered the euphoria phase of the market cycle. This on-chain observation is based on the “Percent Supply in Profit” metric, which measures the percentage of the total circulating Bitcoin supply that is currently in profit. Related Reading: Can BONK Break The Mold? Analyst Predicts Stellar Rise For The Solana Memecoin According to Glassnode, the “Euphoria Wave” is identified as a period during which the supply in profit usually fluctuates around the 90% level. This phase typically lasts between 6 to 12 months and is characterized by increased investor sentiment and heightened market speculation. Glassnode’s data shows that 93.4% of the circulating Bitcoin supply is currently in the green and that the Euphoria Wave is “relatively young”. The on-chain analytics platform noted that the euphoria phase has only been active for about two and a half months. As with every phase in the market cycle, the Euphoria Wave will eventually come to an end at some point. Historically, the euphoria phase can signal tops and is usually followed by a cooling-off period, which is marked by a downturn in the price of Bitcoin. If the last cycle – with a 6-month Euphoria Wave – is anything to go by, then there might still be about three to four months in the current bull run. Ultimately, the current profitability of the premier cryptocurrency may prove pivotal in the duration of its bull cycle and overall future trajectory. Rise Of BTC Accumulation Addresses Continued In May: Analyst One of the tell-tale signs of the bullish sentiment around Bitcoin is the continuous rise in accumulation addresses. According to an on-chain analyst on CryptoQuant’s platform, there has been a notable increase in the number of new BTC accumulation addresses. The analyst pointed out the continuity of this positive trend despite BTC’s relatively slow price action in May. Meanwhile, the large Bitcoin holders have also continued to load their bags, with significant purchases recorded over the past month. Related Reading: Dogecoin Whales Buy $112 Million Worth Of DOGE As Crypto Investors Turn Their Attention To Meme Coins As of this writing, Bitcoin is valued at $67,744, reflecting a mere 0.4% increase in the last 24 hours. According to data from CoinGecko, the pioneer cryptocurrency is up by about 15% in the past month. Featured image from iStock, chart from TradingView
Following the failure to break above the $72,983 resistance level, the price of Bitcoin has continued to drop. Although Bitcoin’s price is still trading above the 1-day Simple Moving Average (SMA), this rejection has led to the crypto asset dropping from $71,942 to $66,785 and moving below the SMA both in the 1-hour and the 4-hour chart. This drop below the SMA could trigger a change of character and the price will go bearish. As of the time of writing the price of Bitcoin was trading at around $67,635 and was up by 0.14% with a market capitalization of over $1.3 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of over $25 billion. Its market capitalization and trading volume are both down by 1.14% and 6.07% respectively in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin Price Conditions In 4-Hour And 1-Day Chart From the 4-hour timeframe, BTC has dropped below the simple moving average. This indicates that the price of BTC might begin to move downward from this point. The 1-hour MACD also indicates that BTC could go bearish as the MACD histograms are trending below the zero line. Also, the MACD line and the signal have crossed each other trending below the MACD zero line. From the 1-day chart, it can be observed that BTC‘s price is moving toward the 100-day simple moving average. The 1-day MACD also creates a formation suggesting that Bitcoin’s price might go bearish, as the histograms are already trending below the MACD zero line. The MACD line and the MACD signal line have crossed each other and are heading toward the MACD zero line. Examining the price formations and that of MACD from both timeframes, BTC could make a huge drop and probably start a bearish trend. A Path To New All-Time High On The Horizon? Currently, there is one major resistance level $73,203, and two major support levels $60,146 and $50,604. If the price of Bitcoin goes bearish as predicted, it will start to move downward toward the $60,146 support level. Should it break below this level, it could move further to test the $50,604 support level. Also, there are other support levels below $67,635, which BTC could move on to test if there is a break below the $60,146 and $50,604 support levels. However, given that the digital asset fails to break below any of the support levels mentioned above, it will begin to move upward toward its previous resistance level of $73,203. Meanwhile, if it breaks above this level, it might start a new rally possibly to create a new high. Featured image from iStock, chart from Tradingview.com
In a landmark case highlighting the perils of unchecked cryptocurrency investments, Rashawn Russell, a former investment banker, has been sentenced to 41 months in federal prison. The Eastern New York District Court handed down the sentence after Russell pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft, marking a significant crackdown on digital asset fraud. Related […]
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Bitcoin is stuck within a range between $67,000 and $70,000 without any major fluctuations. As the markets approach the weekend, traders expect a major twist. However, the crypto markets continue to possess less volatility after closing the month on a bearish note. This suggests that uncertainty over the markets continues to prevail, which may have …
BTC price action sees manipulatory moves into the monthly close, with Bitcoin bulls unable to clinch a key resistance flip in time.
The long-awaited arrival of spot Bitcoin ETFs in January 2024 has proven to be a watershed moment for the cryptocurrency market. Industry figures like Lynn Martin, president of the New York Stock Exchange Group, are crediting these exchange-traded funds with a surge in liquidity and mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies. Related Reading: Elon Musk Shuts Down […]
DMM Bitcoin, one of Japan’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, recently suffered a major setback when it reported a loss of 48 billion yen ($305 million) in Bitcoin (BTC) due to a security breach. The incident, discovered on May 31, 2024, revealed the illegal leakage of BTC from a DMM Bitcoin wallet. As a result, several services […]
Seasoned trader Peter Brandt’s recent prediction has captured significant attention. Brandt, known for his crypto market insights, has forecasted a substantial rise in Bitcoin’s value compared to gold, suggesting an impending shift in investors’ asset preferences. Bitcoin vs. Gold: A Shift In Value Peter Brandt, particularly, projected an eye-opening scenario where Bitcoin could dramatically outpace gold. His analysis suggests that the ratio of gold ounces needed to purchase one Bitcoin could escalate to 100 within the next 12 to 18 months. Related Reading: Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Resist Selling Amid Recent Highs — What This Signals This represents roughly a 340% increase from current levels, with approximately 22 ounces of gold equating to one Bitcoin. Brandt supports his prediction with detailed chart analysis, demonstrating Bitcoin’s consistent performance advantage over gold since its inception. This bullish outlook on Bitcoin highlights its potential as a lucrative investment and underscores its evolving role as a ‘digital gold.’ As Bitcoin gains against gold, it solidifies its stature as a formidable asset in the investment world, offering potentially higher returns than traditional safe havens. Since its inception Bitcoin $BTC has gained against Gold. This chart shows the # oz. of $GC_F to buy one BTC. The ratio should chop for another 12 to 18 months — then advance to 100 oz of GC to buy a BTC What say you @PeterSchiff pic.twitter.com/3G2adZV0KM — Peter Brandt (@PeterLBrandt) May 30, 2024 BTC And Gold: Analyzing The Subtle Correlation Dynamics Peter Brandt’s prediction is set against a backdrop of increasing interest in the correlation between Bitcoin and gold. Analysts from Kaiko have recently delved into this relationship, noting fluctuations in their price movements. The correlation metric, a statistical measure used to gauge how closely the prices of two assets move about each other, has shown varied trends between these two assets over time. Related Reading: This Bitcoin Metric Is “One Of Crypto’s Top Leading Indicators”: Santiment A positive correlation means the assets move in tandem, while a negative correlation indicates opposite movements. Recent data suggests that the Bitcoin-gold correlation has experienced positive and negative phases, reflecting the complex dynamics between traditional and digital assets. Currently, the correlation is positive but weak, with a metric value of less than 0.2, indicating that it is not strong while there is some level of synchronicity. This nuanced understanding of Bitcoin’s relationship with gold is crucial for investors considering diversification. Assets with low correlation provide risk management and portfolio diversification benefits. Despite increasing of late, $BTC‘s 60-day correlation with Gold is still significantly lower than its 2022 highs pic.twitter.com/ZXrzkxrtWJ — Kaiko (@KaikoData) May 30, 2024 The evolving correlation between BTC and gold suggests that while they share certain safe-haven characteristics, they offer unique advantages and challenges as investment options. Featured image created with DALL-E, chart from TradingView
Turning Bitcoin into a multi-purpose ecosystem could allow it to reach the same level of success as Ethereum — and make it several times more valuable.
Crypto analyst Pierre has provided insights into why $69,000 is a significant price level for Bitcoin. He suggested the flagship crypto could hit a new all-time high (ATH) if it successfully holds above that range. A Breakout Above $69,000 Could Lead To A Bitcoin Recovery Pierre mentioned in an X (formerly Twitter) post that Bitcoin must break above $69,000 as it would allow the crypto token to retest a range around the ATH region of $73,000. This could also open up the possibility of the flagship hitting a new ATH if it enjoys a breakout during the retest of the current ATH region. Meanwhile, Pierre outlined what needs to happen for Bitcoin to avoid declining significantly. He noted that the flagship crypto must avoid losing the range between $67,500 and $68,200 as support. He claimed that a drop below this range could lead to Bitcoin retesting the range between $65,000 and $66,500. Crypto analyst Michael van de Poppe also shared a sentiment similar to Pierre’s, although he specifically made reference to the $70,000 price level. He claimed that BTC will likely see a new ATH once it achieves a successful breakout above $70,000. In a recent X post, he claimed that Bitcoin must hold above $66,000 and $67,000 to avoid “further downward momentum to $60,000.” Crypto analyst Rekt Capital also suggested that Bitcoin simply needs to break above $70,000 to enter the ‘parabolic uptrend’ phase. However, it could take a while before Bitcoin achieves that successful breakout above $70,000. Arthur Hayes, the co-founder and former CEO of BitMEX, predicted that BTC will continue to range between $60,000 and $70,000 until August. Van de Poppe suggested that it might not take that long for Bitcoin to break above $70,000. He predicted listing the Spot Ethereum ETFs could trigger a significant move for Bitcoin and altcoins. Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas recently predicted that these funds could go live in June or by July 4th at the latest. A Weekly Close Above $69,000 Could Alter History In a recent X post, Rekt Capital claimed that a weekly close above the $69,000 range “would alter the course of history.” However, he suggested it was unlikely to happen, stating that Bitcoin doesn’t “favor a breakout this early post-halving.” The crypto analyst had previously mentioned that “history suggests that this historic breakout is still several weeks away.” However, he added that it has become clear that Bitcoin is “only one weekly close above the range high away from entering the parabolic phase of the cycle.” Before now, Rekt Capital revealed that Bitcoin hitting a new ATH before the halving had brought about an accelerated cycle but that the flagship crypto could consolidate for longer to resynchronize with previous halving cycles. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Japan-based crypto exchange DMM confirmed a hack resulting in the theft of 4,502.9 BTC, valued at approximately 48 billion yen ($305 million). In a May 31 statement, the exchange reported detecting an “unauthorized leak of Bitcoin” from its wallet around 1:26 pm Tokyo time on Friday, May 31, 2024. Blockchain analytical firm Elliptic said the […]
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The cryptocurrency exchange lost 4,502.9 BTC due to a hack of its private key; withdrawals have been temporarily suspended.
In a blog post, Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin revisited the pivotal Bitcoin block size debate that starkly divided the Bitcoin community mainly from 2015 to 2017. Engaging deeply with two authoritative books, Buterin re-examined the historical nuances of this schism from his unique perspective as both a participant and a thought leader in the crypto […]
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DMM Bitcoin, a crypto exchange based in Japan, reported a significant loss of $305 million following a recent hack. The security breach led to the theft of 4,502.9 Bitcoin (BTC) from the exchange. As a result, BTC price witnessed a steep decline, currently heading toward the weekly low of $67K. Customer Bitcoin Deposits to Be …
BTC price needs to work to flip its old 2021 all-time high to support as the Bitcoin monthly close approaches.
Data shows the relationship between Bitcoin and Gold has been growing deeper recently as their 60-day correlation has been riding an uptrend. Bitcoin Has Been Becoming Increasingly Correlated To Gold Recently In a new post on X, Kaiko has discussed about the latest trend taking place in the correlation for Bitcoin and Gold. The “correlation” […]
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The bear market had squeezed profits by over 80% in 2022 but the hopes of a bullish rebound prevailed. As a result, they witnessed a decent recovery phase in 2023, which has intensified since the beginning of 2024. After reaching a particular point, the Bitcoin price seems to be facing a barrier due to the …
Babylon, a crypto startup co-founded by Stanford University engineering Professor David Tse, has secured $70 million in its latest funding round, according to a Bloomberg report. The company reportedly aims to bridge the gap between Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), the two leading cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin As A Staking Asset Per the report, the funding round was […]
On Thursday, Turkey’s Minister of Interior revealed authorities conducted a major operation against a crypto scamming platform in Ankara. The alleged Ponzi scheme has stolen over $1 billion in the last few years. Related Reading: Swipe Right For Scams? Canadian Authorities Warn Of Rising Crypto Frauds On Dating Apps Crypto Ponzi Scheme Busted Ali Yerlikaya, […]
Bitcoin’s spot trading volumes over the past week show a varying level of market activity and sentiment. Bitcoin’s price saw some volatility over the week, peaking on May 25 at $69,270, followed by a slight decline and stabilization around the $68,000 to $69,000 range. This peak corresponds to the lowest spot trading volume in the […]
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