The US House of Representatives passed the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21) by a resounding 279 to 136 vote. The bill, seen as a major win for the crypto industry, aims to establish a long-awaited regulatory framework for digital assets in the US. Related Reading: Nexo Fee Fury: Users Slam […]
There is a 90% probability the SEC will approve a spot ether ETF, one observer said, drawing attention to the narrowed discount in the Grayscale Ethereum Trust.
In the lead-up to the November elections, cryptocurrencies have become a prominent topic in the race for the White House. Notably, the Biden administration has changed its approach to digital asset regulation, likely influenced by former President Donald Trump’s support for the nascent industry. Biden Administration Calls For Balanced Crypto Regulation In an executive release, […]
MetaMask may introduce Bitcoin support as early as June, enhancing user experience for over 30 million monthly users.
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Bitcoin is cooling off after an impressive 25% spike from May 2024 lows. Even with this cool-off, some analysts are upbeat, predicting the coin will extend gains in future sessions. Bitcoin Finds Strong Support Between $70,180 and $70,600 In a post on X, one analyst believes Bitcoin has strong support at around $70,180 and $70,600. The analyst explained that on-chain data shows that over 450,000 addresses collectively bought over 273,000 BTC at this price range. For this reason, the concentration of BTC holdings in this zone means the coin has strong support. If the level is to be broken, then sellers would need to make an even larger effort to break through this line, with a higher amount of BTC hitting the sell side of the equation. Related Reading: Bollinger Bands Inventor Foresees Bitcoin Pullback: Key Levels To Watch On-chain analytics firm Glassnode notes that the Bitcoin market is cooling after intense selling pressure. After the strong uptick that saw the coin roar to as high as $73,800 in March 2024, prices plunged to as low as $56,500 this month. Prices have since recovered, but bulls have yet to break above all-time highs. While capital inflows remain moderate, Glassnode adds, volatility has decreased noticeably. Still, whether this volatility will shoot higher once $72,000 is broken remains to be seen. BTC Retraces: Will Bulls Break $72,000? All eyes are on whether BTC bulls will shake off the current correction. In a post on X, another analyst said holders shouldn’t be worried because of this pullback and the failure of bulls to confirm the May 20 leg up. Instead, the analyst is confident, saying pullbacks are a natural part of any bull market. The recent 23% correction, the analyst added, is an example. What’s important is that every retracement has been from a higher position. Therefore, the next local bottom will likely be higher than the previous one, potentially reaching around $80,000. Related Reading: Bitcoin Seen Breaching $73,000 As ‘Bull Run’ Looms, Analyst Says Thus far, BTC has a strong resistance of $72,000. The bulls didn’t push through this line, even with more serious attempts in early April. As a result, this reaction level remains important from a technical perspective. Any breakout for now would increase the probability of BTC prices floating to retest $73,800 or break higher. In the days ahead, inflows to spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) coupled with improving sentiment might spark more demand. In that likelihood, BTC bulls will find the momentum to confirm the May 20 bar and break above the local resistance. Feature image from DALLE, chart from TradingView
Analysts from leading international cross-border bank, Standard Chartered have made a bold prediction that Bitcoin could witness a significant rise to new all-time highs above $73,700. This projection, slightly higher than the cryptocurrency’s previous peak, comes with an unexpected and wholly ambitious timeline. Bitcoin Poised To Reach New All-Time Highs Geoff Kendrick, Head of EM FX Research, West and Crypto Research, Standard Chartered, has made a bullish prediction for Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency. In an email to TheBlock, Kendrick stated that Bitcoin is poised to break out of its previous all-time high on March 14, 2024, to witness a massive surge to approximately $73,798. Related Reading: Crypto Market Liquidations Top $330 Million In 24 Hours With Ethereum In The Lead The analyst has projected a rather grandiose timeline for this bullish rally, expecting Bitcoin to hit the forecasted price target by the weekend. Kendrick attributed this potential price increase to the recent inflows into Spot Bitcoin ETFs. Earlier on May 21, data from Farside investors indicated that Spot Bitcoin ETFs had recorded their best inflow week in the last two months. The digital asset saw over $305.7 million in inflows, with BlackRock’s Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT), amassing the largest inflows of $290 million. Cumulatively, Spot Bitcoin ETFs have recorded inflows of more than $13 billion from its launch on January 11 to the present. This increased demand and influx of capital which had been a major contributor to Bitcoin’s previous rise to a new all-time high in March, could propel fresh surges for the cryptocurrency. Kendrick has also disclosed that the possible approval of Ethereum Spot ETFs by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could have a significant impact on Bitcoin’s price dynamics. The analyst has doubled down on his previous price prediction which anticipates Bitcoin’s rise to $150,000 by the end of 2024 and a whopping $200,000 increase in 2025. BTC Price Analysis As of writing, the price of Bitcoin is trading at $70,013, reflecting a slight decline of 1.39% in the last 24 hours, according to CoinMarketCap. The cryptocurrency has been on a steady bullish momentum over the past week, experiencing consistent price surges, which have led to a sharp increase of 12.86%. Related Reading: Solana Cup And Handle Pattern Means An At Least 90% Move Against Ethereum, Analyst Says Popular crypto analyst, Michael van de Poppe has reported that Bitcoin is up more than 20% since its previous lows of $56,000 earlier this year. The approval of an Ethereum Spot ETF could see the cryptocurrency’s price potentially rising more, following previous patterns when the SEC’s approval of Spot Bitcoin ETFs triggered a major price spike for the pioneer cryptocurrency. This sentiment for a bullish breakout is shared by crypto analyst Ali Martinez, who has asserted that Bitcoin is currently showing a strong potential for further gains, underscoring the cryptocurrency’s robust price potential and strong fundamentals. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Bitcoin spot ETFs in the U.S. have seen net inflows of over $1.4 billion in the past week after a timid first half of the month.
Former US President Donald J. Trump has announced that his campaign will accept donations in Bitcoin and various cryptocurrencies, marking a significant milestone as the first major party Presidential nominee to employ this strategy for fundraising. The announcement came via an official campaign press release. The Trump campaign’s new fundraising initiative integrates the use of […]
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Following the massive overnight recovery of 7.73%, Bitcoin price reveals exhaustion in buyers to sustain the trend. The BTC price took a 1.7% dip last night and is starting the Asian trading hours on a bearish tone. Trading under the $70K levels, the buyers are taking the heat from overhead supply as the bull trap …
Bitcoin price started a downside correction from the $72,000 zone. BTC is now consolidating near $70,000 and might eye another increase in the near term. Bitcoin struggled above the $71,800 resistance zone. The price is trading above $69,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $69,200 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair could start another increase unless there is a move below $68,800. Bitcoin Price Corrects Gains Bitcoin price gained pace for a move above the $70,000 level. BTC even spiked above $71,200 before the bears appeared near $72,000. A new weekly high was formed at $71,896 and the price recently started a downside correction. The price declined below the $71,000 level and the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward wave from the $66,047 swing low to the $71,896 high. However, the bulls are active above the $68,800 support zone. Bitcoin also trades above $69,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. Besides, there is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $69,200 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. The price is now facing resistance near the $70,500 level. The first major resistance could be $71,200. The next key resistance could be $71,850. A clear move above the $71,850 resistance might send the price higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $72,500 resistance. If the bulls push the price further higher, there could be a move toward the $73,200 resistance zone. Any more gains might send BTC toward the $74,500 resistance. Are Dips Supported In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to climb above the $71,200 resistance zone, it could continue to move down. Immediate support on the downside is near the $69,200 level and the trend line. The first major support is $69,000. The main support is now forming near $68,800 or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward wave from the $66,047 swing low to the $71,896 high. Any more losses might send the price toward the $67,300 support zone in the near term. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now losing pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $69,200, followed by $68,800. Major Resistance Levels – $70,500, $71,200, and $71,800.
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Former President Donald Trump has begun accepting crypto donations for his re-election campaign, making him the first US Presidential candidate to adopt digital assets for funding. According to a May 21 statement: “This addition to President Trump’s already groundbreaking digital fundraising operation marks the first time a major party Presidential nominee has embraced cryptocurrency for […]
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Institutional investors are doubling their bets on Bitcoin, with investment funds related to the flagship crypto recording massive inflows last week. This development signals a bullish sentiment among these investors which could trigger a Bitcoin rally to $80,000. Bitcoin Investment Funds Record $942 Million In Inflows According to CoinShares’ latest weekly report, Bitcoin investment products recorded a net inflow of $942 million. These inflows are said to have been “an immediate response to the lower-than-expected CPI report on Wednesday,” with 89% of the total flows coming in the latter three trading days of last week. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Sounds Warning Alarm For Potential 50-60% Crash In Chainlink Price, Here’s Why The Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data, which came in lower than expected, is believed to have restored investors’ confidence in the market. The data showed that inflation in the US may be slowing, raising the prospect of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates. Lower interest rates are good for the crypto market since they will make investors more willing to invest in risk assets like Bitcoin. The US accounted for most of the inflows into BTC, with $1 billion flowing into US Spot Bitcoin ETFs last week. Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), which has recorded over $16 billion in outflows since the ETF approval in January, also saw inflows (for the first time) of $18 million last week. This trend of significant inflows into these Spot Bitcoin ETFs likely continues this week. Farside investors revealed in an X (formerly Twitter) post that these funds recorded a net inflow of $237.2 million on May 20. Interestingly, none of these Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw outflows on the day, with GBTC recording an inflow of $9.3 million. It is also worth noting that while BTC saw inflows of $942 million, there were almost no flows into short Bitcoin, with CoinShares noting that this implies a positive outlook amongst investors. Altcoins like Solana, Chainlink, and Cardano also recorded considerable inflows, with $4.9 million, $3.7 million, and $1.9 million flowing into these crypto tokens, respectively. BTC’s Bull Run Might Be Back On With the Spot Bitcoin ETFs again seeing impressive demand and recording significant inflows, there is a feeling that Bitcoin’s bull run might be in full force. These investment funds were known to have contributed significantly to the flagship crypto’s hitting a new all-time high (ATH) of $73,750 in March. Related Reading: Cardano Whales Return To The Table, Increase Massive Holdings By 10%e Therefore, these funds could again spark another rally for Bitcoin, sending it to $80,000 and beyond. Besides the Spot Bitcoin ETFs, other factors contribute to a bullish continuation for BTC. One is the macroeconomic data, which shows that the economic situation in the US could be improving. Meanwhile, from a technical analysis perspective, the worst looks over for Bitcoin with crypto analyst Rekt Capital, revealing that the crypto token has left the post-halving danger zone. Featured image from Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Both Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum appear to currently be the center of attention in the crypto market so far, with Bitcoin recently hitting just above a 24-hour high of $71,650 mark, marking a 6.4% increase in the past 24 hours and nearly 20% over the past week. A prominent Crypto Analyst who has since been tracking Bitcoin’s movements has recently revealed insights into the asset’s latest trends, signaling a notable move ahead for BTC. Related Reading: Unstoppable Bitcoin? CryptoQuant’s CEO Foresees Bull Run Extending To 2025 Bitcoin’s Path Analyzed: What’s Coming? Crypto analyst Rekt Capital earlier today highlighted on the X platform that a weekly candle close above approximately $71,500 could potentially initiate a breakout from the current “Re-Accumulation Range.” However, the analysts disclosed that history suggests that Bitcoin may need to consolidate within this range for several more weeks to align more closely with historical Halving Cycles, which have previously influenced its price trajectory. #BTC A Weekly Candle Close above ~$71500 would probably kickstart the breakout from the Re-Accumulation Range However, history suggests Bitcoin should consolidate inside this Re-Accumulation Range for several weeks more Extended consolidation here would get Bitcoin closer to… pic.twitter.com/Af0W4MMBTN — Rekt Capital (@rektcapital) May 21, 2024 This extended consolidation period, as highlighted by the analyst, could benefit Bitcoin’s long-term growth. Particularly, it could help the cryptocurrency “resynchronize” with previous cycles, potentially leading to a longer and more sustained bull run, as opposed to a shorter, more accelerated cycle that peaks sooner. Rekt Capital noted: After all, the current acceleration in the cycle is still around 190 days (which is an improvement from the 260-day acceleration set in mid-March when BTC made new All Time Highs) The analyst pointed out that while both scenarios are bullish, the preference between a shorter or a typically longer bull run remains a matter of market speculation. Currently, the discussion revolves around whether Bitcoin can continue to defy historical trends with a break above the $71,500 range. Parabolic Rise Ahead For Bitcoin Meanwhile, another analyst, TechDev, recently provided insights into Bitcoin’s potential future trajectory, drawing parallels between the current market actions and those of the 2017 bull run. Back then, Bitcoin saw a significant rise, recording a 1,200% increase on its way to the previous high of $20,000. TechDev’s analysis suggests that Bitcoin could be setting up for another parabolic rise, potentially reaching as high as $100,000, especially given its longer consolidation period in the current market cycle compared to 2017. Supporting this viewpoint, RektCapital hinted that even a price of $72,000 would seem modest in the coming months if Bitcoin continues on its projected path. #BTC Even $72000 will be a low price for Bitcoin, months from now$BTC #Crypto #Bitcoin — Rekt Capital (@rektcapital) May 20, 2024 Notably, the surge in Bitcoin’s price recorded so far is influenced by a mix of optimism and anticipation surrounding the potential approval of Ethereum spot ETFs and increasing inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs. Related Reading: Bitcoin Whales Quiet Down – Here’s Why And What It Means For The Market Data from Farside indicates that spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced their most substantial inflow week in two months, with the US fund category collectively achieving $948 million in positive net flows from May 13 to May 17. Notably, about 89% of these inflows occurred in the last three trading days of the week, following a lower-than-expected Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. Featured image from Unsplash, Chart from TradingView
By approving bitcoin as an underlying product within the ETF space, the SEC has reduced risk at the base level of the asset, BitGo's Steve Scott writes. The only question is now will they invest?
ZachXBT flagged seven wallet addresses with $61 million in Bitcoin connected to the Lazarus hacking group.
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for May 21, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
Some traders expect ether prices to reach as high as $4,000 in the coming days, with odds of an ether ETF approval raised to 75%.
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In a recent Crypto Banter video, the focus was on the changing dynamics of altcoin investments, especially the problematic role of venture capital (VC) in new token launches. He became more interested in how VCs often inflate crypto valuations, making new tokens less attractive to retail investors. Moreover, it provided insights into promising altcoins that …
Lilian Nurieva, former Head of Networks at Russian crypto Investment fund Finiko, has been sentenced to three years for defrauding private investors and participating in an organized criminal group. The $55 million pyramidal scheme is considered the second-largest financial scam in Russia’s post-Soviet history by the Federal Foundation for the Protection of Investors and Shareholders […]
Bitcoin surpasses $70,000, reaching its highest level since April, driven by renewed market momentum and investor interest.
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Inflows into the spot bitcoin ETFs restarted in a big way last week as the price rallied from near the $60K level.
The long-standing legal drama between the Cryptocurrency Open Patent Alliance (COPA) and Dr. Craig Steven Wright concluded today with a definitive ruling from the court. Dr. Wright, who has famously claimed to be Satoshi Nakamoto, the enigmatic creator of Bitcoin, was found to have engaged in extensive and deliberate deception to support his assertion, thus […]
Investors withdrew 27,975.21 BTC from exchanges, signaling confidence in Bitcoin's future as market recovery prompts bullish behavior.
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A crucial Bitcoin metric has just turned bullish, sparking optimism from a crypto analyst regarding an impending rally for Bitcoin. This unique technical pattern suggests that the world’s largest cryptocurrency could see its price ascending further, potentially kick-starting a highly welcomed bull run this cycle. Bitcoin Technical Pattern Flips Bullish Bitcoin’s price has often followed distinct historical patterns, with the majority of these indicators preceding significant rallies or bearish trends. One of the most compelling signs that Bitcoin may be turning bullish again is seen as the Stablecoin Supply Ratio (SSR) Oscillator breaks below the lower Bollinger Bands, a technical indicator used to measure a market’s volatility and momentum. Related Reading: Crypto Analysts Reveal Sub-$1 Altcoins Set To Outperform In The Bull Run According to a crypto analyst identified as ‘Dominando Cripto’ on X (formerly Twitter), the SSR is a unique technical tool designed to evaluate the market sentiment by comparing the supply of stablecoins to Bitcoin. This tool is used by analysts and traders to identify buying and selling opportunities for Bitcoin. Additionally, it quantifies how the 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) of the SSR moves within the Bollinger Bands. Dominando Cripto has provided an in-depth explanation of how the SSR oscillator is calculated and how to interpret its signals for identifying bullish trends. “The oscillator is calculated by taking the difference between the current Stablecoin Supply Ratio value and its 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA), then dividing it by the standard deviation of the SSR over the same period,” the analyst stated. Sharing a price chart depicting movements of the SSR oscillator, the crypto analyst suggests that when the oscillator moves above the upper Bollinger Bands, it suggests that the SSR is significantly higher than normal levels. This indicates that stablecoins are dominating the market, signaling bearish sentiment and a potential downturn for Bitcoin. Conversely, when the oscillator falls below the lower Bollinger Band, it indicates that the SSR is low, highlighting the reduced dominance of stablecoins and signaling bullish sentiment that could potentially trigger an incoming rally in Bitcoin. In the above price chart, Dominando Crypto pinpointed several instances when the SSR oscillator displayed bearish and bullish sentiment, identifying these periods as heated zones and cold zones, respectively. Recent market movements indicate that the SSR oscillator is in the cold zone, indicating a potential bullish outlook for Bitcoin. More Bullish Signs For BTC On May 18, Blockchain analytics platform, Santiment, revealed a new market trend where small traders are consistently liquidating their BTC holdings, even as the cryptocurrency has shown positive performance lately. Related Reading: This Crypto Trader Just Sold All His Bitcoin For Altcoins Like Cardano And XRP, Here’s Why The analytics platform noted that historically, when small wallets dump coins into larger wallets, it is considered an encouraging sign for Bitcoin, indicating a potential bullish turnaround for the pioneer cryptocurrency. At the time of writing, Bitcoin’s price is trading at $66,955, according to CoinMarketCap. The cryptocurrency has been on a major bullish momentum recently, witnessing an 8.94% increase in the last seven days and a 4.25% surge over the past month. Featured image created using Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
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Bitcoin’s rise to $65,000 has brought hope to the unstable crypto markets. With some altcoins jumping 10% to 20% following Bitcoin’s comeback, investors are curious if this marks the restart of the crypto bull run. Bitcoin’s price history over the last decade has been defined by alternating periods of bear and bull markets. Typically, bull …
The market has priced in a rejection for the first set of Ethereum ETFs, but there are reasons to be optimistic about an approval next year, says one fund manager.
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As the digital asset industry marks exactly one month since the fourth Bitcoin (BTC) halving, the total cryptocurrency market cap held above $2.5 trillion on Monday, bolstered by the 10 percent BTC price pump last week. Bitcoin dominance continued to grow at the expense of the altcoin market, as depicted by the declining trend of …