Bitcoin is beginning to show signs of a potential upward trend as several on-chain metrics are turning positive. These metrics, which often serve as indicators of future price movements, paint a picture of growing optimism in the market. One of the key indicators supporting this positive outlook is the exchange inflow/outflow data, which reveals a […]
Anthony Scaramucci, Founder and Managing Partner at Skybridge Capital, a global investment firm, has asserted that Bitcoin (BTC) is not a reliable store of value. Known for his support for BTC and candid financial analyses, Scaramucci has provided a reason for this belief. Why Bitcoin Falls Short As A Store Of Value Claim In an […]
Mark Karpelès, the former CEO of the now-defunct Mt. Gox cryptocurrency exchange, has re-entered the Bitcoin space with a new venture named EllipX. Karpelès announced this development today via a post on X, unveiling the EllipX Wallet—a product aimed at transforming the security and accessibility of crypto management. Karpelès New Bitcoin Venture The first announcement […]
Henrik Zeberg, Head Macro Economist at Swissblock, has reasserted his prediction that a US recession is inevitable, but not before a dramatic upswing in financial markets, including a substantial rally for Bitcoin to heights between $115,000 and $120,000. In his most recent analysis posted on X, Zeberg expounded upon the cyclical nature of markets and how they align with historical economic indicators and current fiscal policies. “REMEMBER!? In December 2022, everybody was BEARISH! I was BULLISH! We were told that ‘Imminent Crash’ was ahead of us – despite the fact that the market bottomed in October 2022,” Zeberg reiterated in his post. He laid out his refined predictions for major market indices and Bitcoin, pointing to a forthcoming “Blow Off Top”. Bitcoin Faces Its First Recession Ever A “blow-off top” refers to a sharp, rapid increase in the price in financial markets, followed by an equally sharp decline. This pattern is characterized by intense buying pressure that drives prices to extreme highs, often driven by speculative or euphoric behavior among traders. This surge in prices is usually unsustainable, leading to a significant sell-off as traders take profits or react to overbought conditions. Related Reading: These Are The Biggest Bitcoin Support & Resistance Zones, Analyst Reveals The blow of the top predicted by Zeberg could be triggered by the US Federal Reserve injecting massive amounts of liquidity into circulation to prevent a recession. Based on this, Zeberg forecast that the S&P 500 will rise to 6,100-6,300, the Nasdaq to 24,000-25,000, the Dow Jones Industrial Average to roughly 45,000, and Bitcoin to $115,000-120,000. Zeberg’s bullish stance contrasts starkly with his dire prediction for the post-rally period. “Now….. we are not at the top – yet! But Recession IS coming – and it will be the worst since 1929. Major Bear market (in 2 phases; Deflationary and Stagflationary – separated by a mid-way bounce as Fed enters in 2025),” he explained, suggesting a complex recessionary cycle influenced by both market dynamics and Federal Reserve (Fed) policies. The economist’s skepticism toward the effectiveness of impending Federal Reserve rate cuts is rooted in a detailed critique of similar historical measures. Despite the market’s expectation of a 25 basis points cut at the next FOMC meeting in September—a move supported by 73.5% of market participants (according to the CME FedWatch tool), with a smaller fraction (26.5%) anticipating a more aggressive 50 basis points cut—Zeberg remains unconvinced these will forestall recessionary pressures. Related Reading: September 10: A Bitcoin Game Changer, Says Hedge Fund Founder “But… but… Fed rate cuts…. ?? The Global Economy is breaking. US Recession begins December 2024,” Zeberg stated, reflecting his belief that short-term liquidity injections are insufficient to counteract deeper economic malaises. He points to the liquidity cycle metrics comparable to those seen in 2007, questioning the effectiveness of such strategies in preventing the 2008 financial crisis. Furthermore, Zeberg highlights the recent end of the inversion between the US. 2-year and 10-year Treasury yields, traditionally viewed as a predictor of economic downturns. The inversion, where short-term yields exceed long-term yields, is typically a signal of investor uncertainty about the near-term economic outlook. Another pillar of Zeberg’s argument is the recent job market data. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics revised its March 2024 total employment estimates downward by 818,000—the largest revision in 15 years—indicating significant weakness in the job market, far more pronounced than initial estimates suggested. “Economy much weaker than expected,” Zeberg commented. At press time, Bitcoin traded at $60,764. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
Travis Kling, the founder and Chief Investment Officer of Ikigai Asset Management, is proposing a direct link between the US presidential election outcomes and the Bitcoin price. Via X, Kling delves into the political dynamics and their perceived implications for crypto markets, particularly focusing on the potential re-election of Donald Trump. Why September 10 Could Be Crucial For Bitcoin Kling’s analysis hinges on several key political events and their corresponding impacts on betting markets, which he believes are reflective of broader economic expectations. “NFA. I’m wrong often. Bitcoin has likely been trading with a correlation to Trump winning. And that makes sense to me. BTC/crypto will be MUCH better off under a Trump admin,” Kling stated. He emphasized the Democratic National Convention’s perceived shortcomings and an expected endorsement of Trump by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as pivotal moments that could drive the Bitcoin price. “The DNC does not appear to be going particularly well. RFK is supposed to be endorsing Trump on Friday. These factors are showing up on Polymarket and if RFK goes for Trump, I would guess Poly would widen out further,” Kling noted. He anticipates these developments will peak on September 10. Related Reading: Historical Data Suggests Bitcoin Could Rise 1,000%, Here’s Why This is when the first debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Philadelphia. “It’s Trump’s to lose IMO. If he shows up for Kamala the way he showed up for Biden, polls/Poly should widen further still.” Kling expects the Bitcoin price to surge towards $72,000. “Given that BTC is trading with Trump, it would make sense to me that all this would add up to BTC being back up to the top of this 6-month range,” Kling speculated. However, he also warned of too much optimism. Kling is unsure if the BTC price can break out of the trading range established in mid-March “prior to the election, unless polls/Poly REALLY widen out for Trump. Hate it or love it, this election is highly consequential for us, short-term price action just being one aspect of that.” Notably, not everyone is sharing Kling’s opinion. Matthew Sigel, Head of Digital Assets Research at VanEck, provided a contrasting perspective. Sigel stated, “Bitcoin is Not Currently Trading With Trump Odds, Though I Expect That to Change. Related Reading: Bitcoin On Brink Of Massive Breakout Like Gold In 2008: Hedge Fund CEO FalconX, a prominent crypto prime broker, also recently conducted an analysis which scrutinized the correlation between Bitcoin prices and Trump’s electoral odds on Polymarket—a platform for betting on political outcomes. From June 1 to August 15, their findings indicated no apparent correlation, underscoring that other factors might have influenced Bitcoin’s price more significantly. These factors included the 50,000 BTC sell-off by the German government and liquidations by former customers of Mt. Gox. Undoubtedly a coalition of Trump and Kennedy Jr.’s would be extremely bullish for Bitcoin. While it enhances Trump’s odds of winning the US election, another strong Bitcoin supporter would join the Trump campaign. Kennedy Jr., like Trump, has advocated for substantial government involvement in Bitcoin, proposing that the Treasury Department should purchase 550 Bitcoins daily until it amasses 4 million BTC in reserves. At press time, BTC traded at $61,067. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
Over the years, the Bitcoin price has been through multiple bull and bear cycles, and with the cycles have come a rather consistent trend. As a result, crypto analyst will often use the historical performance of the coin to determine what might happen next. This time around, market expert PlanB has pointed to previous cycle performances that paint a bullish picture for Bitcoin going forward. Bitcoin Could Rise 1,000% In a post on X (formerly Twitter), crypto analyst PlanB proposed that the Bitcoin bull run is far from over. The crypto analyst points to previous cycles and how the Bitcoin price has performed to come to this conclusion. This comes with an initial leg up before a drawdown and then followed by an even larger run. Related Reading: Cardano Kicked Out Of Top 10 Crypto By Market Cap, What’s Going On? The analysis takes a look at the last two bull cycles with similarities that have played out both times. In the 2017 bull run, the Bitcoin price had seen an initial 4x increase before slowing down. While the slowdown looked to be the end of the bull market, it was only a short stop. What followed was a 10x market rally that sent the BTC price to new all-time highs. In the next bull cycle, which occurred between 2020 and 2021, the Bitcoin price would put on a similar play. There was an initial 4x increase that ended in 2020. This was followed by a slowdown before another rise. By the time the bull cycle was done, the BTC price had completed a 7x increase. Bitcoin increased 4x from the bottom in 2022 to now. Historically 7-10x follows from here. What do you think bitcoin will do next 12 months? pic.twitter.com/WtyO0u5RHn — PlanB (@100trillionUSD) August 21, 2024 Taking this into account and the fact that the current cycle is still following this trend, PlanB believes it’ll play out similarly. The crypto analyst points out that the Bitcoin price has already completed the first phase of this trend after rising 4x since 2022. If this trend plays out, then the BTC price could be headed for between a 700% and 1,000% price increase from here. Even if the BTC price were to see a diminished return like it did between the last two cycles, a continuation of the trend would still ensure a between 300% and 400% increase from here. Either way, it would mean that Bitcoin will eventually break the coveted $100,000 price target. How High Would A 1,000% Rally Be? Going by PlanB’s prediction, if the Bitcoin price were to finish in the bottom of the range with a 700% increase, then the price would be looking at at least $400,000 by the time the bull market is over. If it goes through to the top of the range with 1,000%, it would reach above $550,000. Related Reading: Dogecoin Faces Supply Squeeze: What This Means For Price Currently, the Bitcoin price is still trending at $59,000, which suggests a slowdown. If the timeline in the post is to be followed, then the BTC price would be at six figures less than a year from now. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
A crypto analyst has emphasized the need to stay invested in Bitcoin (BTC), forecasting a significant breakout to the upside. Despite BTC’s previous price crash and market volatility, the analyst has remained bullish on the cryptocurrency’s future outlook. Bitcoin Bullish Surge Incoming In an X (formerly Twitter) post on August 20, a crypto analyst identified […]
A recent research report by the onchain analytics platform Cryptoquant noted that the demand for Bitcoin (BTC) has dropped into negative territory. The platform also highlighted the unwavering conviction among long-term holders, which is undoubtedly a positive for the flagship crypto. Bitcoin’s Demand On The Decline Cryptoquant stated that the demand for the flagship crypto […]
A crypto analyst has unveiled a new bearish death cross for Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s largest cryptocurrency. According to the analyst, Bitcoin is at risk of further price stalls before any potential upward movement. Bitcoin Prints Another Bearish Death Cross In an X (formerly Twitter) post on August 15, a crypto analyst identified as ‘Mags,’ shed light on Bitcoin’s recent price movements, emphasizing key pattern formations and the cryptocurrency’s future outlook. Sharing a chart illustrating Bitcoin’s price action from October 2023 to August 2024, Mags observed that BTC has printed a bearish death cross on the daily chart, where the 50-day Moving Average (50 MA) crosses below the 200-day Moving Average (200 MA). Related Reading: XRP Price Prediction: Analyst Says God Candle Will Send Price To $57 The analyst indicated that the formation of this death cross signals a potential short-term weakness in the Bitcoin market. Generally, a death cross pattern in a cryptocurrency’s chart suggests the probability of further bearish momentum and price declines. According to Mags, Bitcoin’s recent bearish cross is the second death cross the cryptocurrency has formed since its price bottom at $15,500. He revealed that the previous bearish cross had occurred in September 2023, when Bitcoin was trading at $25,000, representing less than half of its current price. Following the 2023 bearish cross, Bitcoin traded sideways for several weeks, marked by considerable market volatility. However, the cryptocurrency’s price eventually regained momentum and reclaimed the moving averages. This led to a bullish cross, where 50 MA surpassed the 200 MA, triggering a strong upside rally. Mags suggests that Bitcoin is currently replicating the same death cross pattern observed in previous trends. He predicts that the pioneer cryptocurrency will experience a few weeks of “choppy price action,” followed by a bullish confirmation if it succeeds in reclaiming the moving averages. The analyst further anticipates a significant bullish cross, potentially leading to a strong rally for Bitcoin. Bullish Rise To $143,000? In another X post, a crypto analyst identified as ‘Milkybull Crypto,’ shared a more optimistic price forecast for Bitcoin. By referencing a price chart that tracks Bitcoin’s movement from 2022 to the end of 2024, the analyst drew a parallel between the cryptocurrency’s current market situation and certain events that occurred in 2023. According to Milkybull Crypto, many analysts had predicted a significant Bitcoin crash to $10,000 in 2023. However, the market defied these bearish expectations with an unexpected upward momentum. Related Reading: Prepare For Impact: Shiba Inu Whales Increase Their Holdings By 600% In A Single Day The crypto analyst has disclosed that a similar situation was presently unfolding in the market, with most analysts calling for a Bitcoin cycle top. He expects that in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2024, Bitcoin will exceed all predictions, rising towards $95,000, before experiencing a massive surge to $145,000. As of the latest update, the price of Bitcoin is trading below the $59,000 mark. CoinMarketCap reports that the cryptocurrency had experienced a 4.32% decline over the past week which had pushed it to a current price to $58,484. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
The United States (US) government has recently moved a whopping 10,000 Bitcoin (BTC) seized from Silk Road, a notorious online black market platform. Over the years, the government has executed multiple large-scale Bitcoin transfers, strategically relocating these assets to new wallets or different exchanges. US Government Moves 10,000 BTC To Coinbase Prime In an X […]
In a recent report, crypto research firm Kaiko drew the crypto community’s attention to the Bitcoin liquidity crisis. The firm added that this issue has been amplified since the launch of the US Spot Bitcoin ETFs. BTC’s Liquidity Fragmentation Kaiko analysts noted in the report that liquidity fragmentation continues to persist for the flagship crypto, […]
Bitcoin has not been in the $20,000 range going on two years now and some believe that the pioneer cryptocurrency will never revisit this level again. However, according to one analyst, the Bitcoin price falling back to $20,000 is a matter of when, not if. While they do not expect that this crash will happen anytime soon, they have warned that the possibility should not be ruled out at this point. Bitcoin Price Could Go For $20,000 Crypto analyst “Without Worries”, in a new analysis on the TradingView website, has outlined the possibility for the Bitcoin price to crash to $20,000 once again. The analysis focuses on the Bitcoin price on the 3-week chart, which showed some interesting insights into the movement of the digital asset. Related Reading: Analyst Says XRP Price Will Rally 10,400% To $60, Here’s When According to the crypto analyst, there are some important events that have taken place, giving birth to the expectation that this will happen. One of these has to do with the Stochastics RSI that has made some notable moves. As the crypto analyst points out, the Stochastic RSI had moved above 80 and then eventually crossed back down to 50. This move in the Stochastic RSI, which happens to be one of the most important indicators of bull and bear cycles, shows resistance is building. At this point, the analyst advises investors to watch out for confirmation of resistance that could signal the start of the downtrend. Looking back, the crypto analyst revealed that resistance had previously appeared back in 2018 and 2019. What followed was a downtrend. Then again, in 2021, the resistance appeared, and each time, there was an average 70% decline following the resistance. If this resistance were to reappear, then historical performance would suggest that the Bitcoin price would follow the same trend. In that case, a 70% decline from the current all-time high price would mean that the BTC price does return to the $20,000 level once again. However, this is months away from playing out, according to the analyst. Will BTC Rally Into 2025? Touching on the topic of the Bitcoin bull run continuing into the year 2025, the crypto analyst does not believe this is possible. He believes that with so many calls for the pioneer cryptocurrency to reach new peaks, it is not going to happen. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Ready For 75% Breakout To $4,723, Here’s Why However, the analyst does not believe that the market has topped at this point. They point out that the market is still in fear, which is not an ideal time for the market to reach its top. Instead, the top will come when the market is in euphoria. “When this RSI resistance confirms, there will be no long opportunities in the market until 2027 at the earliest,” the analyst said in closing. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
An influx of $2.5 billion in stablecoins is anticipated to potentially drive a significant surge in the Bitcoin price, as detailed in a new report by Markus Thielen, a market researcher at 10x Research. Bitcoin Price Boost Is Incoming In his latest research note, Thielen explains the critical importance of monitoring and analyzing crypto money flows, which provide crucial insights into market conditions that can either accelerate or inhibit Bitcoin’s price movements. “Traders are often caught off guard by price crashes, overlooking the critical signals these flows offer. However, the inverse is also true; a sustained increase in money flows can drive higher prices, but many also miss these indicators,” Thielen writes. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Action “Boring” Despite Rapid Accumulation: Is Something Big Cooking? The researcher explains that money flows can predict price movements in both directions. In April 2024, signaled a price correction as “broad money flows largely paused.” Thielen adds, “a resurgence in certain money flows helped lift prices as markets approached bottoms. The critical factor was monitoring the sustainability of these flows, as rallies often lost momentum without continued support.” The report highlights the most recent activities involving major stablecoin issuers. Thielen points out that last night, Tether minted $1 billion in USDT, categorizing it as an inventory build rather than immediate market issuance. This distinction is essential as it suggests a preparatory step for potential future market actions rather than immediate liquidity injection. Moreover, the researcher details an important observation regarding recent issuances by Tether and Circle, which cumulatively amount to nearly $2.8 billion. Thielen interprets this as a strong indication of institutional investors deploying fresh capital into the crypto market, which historically signals bullish conditions for Bitcoin. “If this trend of issuance (not just minting) continues, Bitcoin could see further gains,” remarks Thielen. Related Reading: Bitcoin And Altcoin Bull Run Will Return, Arthur Hayes Reveals Timeline Further supporting Thielen’s analysis, the on-chain analysis platform Lookonchain reported yesterday via X: “Tether Treasury minted 1B USDT on Ethereum again 20 mins ago. Over the past year, a total of 32B USDT has been minted by Tether Treasury!” Additionally, Lookonchain may have found a reason for the large issuance of new stablecoins. The firm found that substantial amounts of USDT flowed to Cumberland. They remarked, “In just 8 days, Cumberland has injected 1.04B USDT into the crypto market! An hour ago, Cumberland received 141.5M USDT from Tether Treasury again and transferred it to major exchanges such as Kraken, OKX, Binance, and Coinbase.” More Bullish Catalysts Crypto analyst Miles Deutscher delivered another reason to be bullish on Bitcoin via X. He noted the current market conditions resemble the multi-month consolidation from 2023, suggesting a potential end to this phase based on similar chart formations and a sharp decline in retail interest. “This feels eerily similar to August-October last year. Retail interest is evaporating fast (YT views have fallen off a cliff over the past week). Apathy amongst existing market participants. Lack of clear narratives (and the #Bitcoin price action looks identical too),” Deutscher stated. Charles Edwards, founder of Capriole Investments, added a macroeconomic perspective, noting the expansion of the global money supply as a historical driver for rising Bitcoin prices. “Global money supply is exploding up. Plus, we just broke out of a massive 4-year consolidation. What do you think this means for Bitcoin?” he posed rhetorically, suggesting a bullish outlook based on this factor. At press time, BTC traded at $60,853. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
A crypto analyst has unveiled a highly optimistic forecast for Bitcoin (BTC), suggesting that the end of the supposed Bitcoin bear trap could propel the price of the cryptocurrency to new highs, potentially reaching $72,000. Bitcoin Set To Hit $72,000 In a recent X (formerly Twitter) post, a crypto analyst identified as ‘Sensei’ has predicted that Bitcoin will surge to $72,000 soon. The analyst shared a price chart highlighting two parallel trend lines that trace Bitcoin’s recent price movements. Related Reading: Analyst Says Dogecoin Price Will Surge 2,500% To $2.55, Here’s When The analyst rooted his optimistic projections in the potential for a bullish surge in Bitcoin following the recent market bear trap. Given Bitcoin’s earlier crash of over 20%, many analysts, including Sensei, have speculated that this sharp drop might actually be a bear trap. The crypto analyst indicated in another X post that Bitcoin was moving past this supposed bear trap, suggesting that the cryptocurrency could reach the $72,000 target once the bear trap concludes. Furthermore, Sensei disclosed that Bitcoin was 24% from reaching a new all time high this bullish cycle. This implies that the pioneer cryptocurrency was on the path to surpass its March’s all time high which saw its price skyrocketing by more than $73,000. In his daily posts on X, the analyst shows unwavering support for Bitcoin, persistently urging investors to HODL their cryptocurrencies in preparation for a potential bullish surge. He predicts that the biggest bull run will start following Bitcoin’s breakout between the price of $70,000 and $78,000. Additionally, he has provided a potential timeline for this substantial bull run, forecasting that the Bitcoin bull run might commence by the end of August 2024. While $72,000 may be a short term price target for Bitcoin, Sensei remains highly bullish on the cryptocurrency’s long term future outlook, anticipating a substantial rise to $150,000. Despite hopes of a price recovery and subsequent bullish rally, Bitcoin has dropped below $60,000, according to CoinMarketCap. As of writing, the cryptocurrency is trading at $58,773, recording a significant 4.11% decrease in the last 24 hours. Analysts Stay Positive On BTC’s Future Outlook In the face of price declines and large-scale market liquidations, analysts maintain a positive outlook for Bitcoin’s price, predicting massive uptrends once the market downturn subsides. Related Reading: Ethereum Vs. Solana: Legendary Trader Peter Brandt Reveals The ‘Clear Winner’ Popular crypto analyst, Michael van de Poppe expects Bitcoin to experience a major bullish breakout following a period of consolidation. The analyst indicated that the market could be on the cusp of a significant Bitcoin bull run, potentially propelling its price above $250,000. Sharing a similar sentiment, a crypto analyst identified as ‘Milkybull Crypto’ noted that Bitcoin’s price was gaining strength following its higher low on a 3-day chart. The analyst has projected that the cryptocurrency is poised to witness a short term price consolidation before experiencing an upward movement. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Not many in the industry anticipated the Bitcoin crash last week or how far it will eventually go. However, crypto analyst Ali Martinez is one of the analysts who expected another crash, and had seemingly managed to predict where the price would eventually bottom. Following his correct prediction, Martinez has now revealed where he expects […]
With Bitcoin (BTC) witnessing new gains as its price recovers from bearish trends, Michael Saylor, co-founder and former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MicroStrategy, is reaping the benefits. Saylor has been a vocal supporter and investor of Bitcoin for years. As the value of the cryptocurrency surges, so does his considerable BTC stash. How Much […]
A crypto analyst has maintained a bullish outlook on Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s largest cryptocurrency, predicting massive rallies in the future. The analyst projects that Bitcoin could rise as fast as it fell, mirroring the speed of its crash as it regains all the value shed during its decline. Bitcoin Set For Rapid Recovery In an X (formerly Twitter) post on August 6, a crypto analyst identified as ‘The Crypto Dog’ has shared an optimistic forecast on the future outlook of Bitcoin. The analyst believes that Bitcoin may recover quickly from its recent market declines, highlighting that the pioneer cryptocurrency would regain its lost ground at a pace as swift as its previous crash. Related Reading: Dogecoin Bounces Off Key Support Following Crash Below $0.1 The analyst’s bullish outlook on Bitcoin’s price comes after the cryptocurrency quickly rebounded from its former lows and maintained a crucial support level around the $54,000 price mark. Bitcoin’s resilience at maintaining a price above the $54,000 level could be a possible bullish signal, considering the cryptocurrency fell drastically below $50,000 in the previous weeks. In recent days, Bitcoin has shown remarkable strength after witnessing a crash that led to more than 20% of its value wiped. Despite the substantial price decline, the cryptocurrency appears to be on a major recovery trend, steadily approaching the $60,000 point once again. Earlier this year, Bitcoin rapidly rose to an all time high above $73,000, driven by the approval and launch of Spot Bitcoin ETFs. Following this rally to a new ATH, Bitcoin underwent its cyclic halving event which at the time was considered a bullish event that could propel the price of the cryptocurrency even higher. Despite analysts’ bullish projections of Bitcoin during this bullish cycle, the cryptocurrency has faced major liquidations, driving its price down to new lows. Nonetheless, whales continue to buy Bitcoin at a rapid pace, taking advantage of the lower prices and accumulating over 30,000 BTC worth about $1.62 million. Analyst Says Now Is The Best Time To Buy BTC A crypto analyst, identified as ‘the on-chain college’ has highlighted the most opportune time to invest in Bitcoin. The analyst suggests that if investors expect Bitcoin to rally to new highs within the next 6 to 12 months, now could be the perfect time to buy the cryptocurrency. Related Reading: Cardano Price Crash Below $0.3: Is It Time For You To Buy ADA? Sharing a chart of Bitcoin’s price movements, the analyst mentions the Mayer Multiple, a unique metric that compares Bitcoin’s current price to its 200-day moving average. He disclosed that Bitcoin’s Mayer Multiple is currently at its lowest level since the bottom of the 2022 bear market. This implies that a low Mayer Multiple indicates that Bitcoin is undervalued, making it a potentially good opportunity to buy the cryptocurrency. At the time of writing, the price of Bitcoin is trading at $57,241, marking a 10.89% decrease over the past seven days, according to CoinMarketCap. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Following the Bitcoin price crash below $60,000, hopes for the BTC price to reach a new all-time high, at least for the short-term, seem to have been shattered. However, over the long term, analysts still expect that the Bitcoin price will still rebound from here. One of those who believe that the BTC price will still reach a new all-time high is CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young, but there is a caveat to this rally. Bitcoin Price Must Hold $45,000 In an X (formerly Twitter) post, CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young revealed that the Bitcoin price remains bullish even after the crash. The major level is the $45,000 level, though, as holding this level will be a defining factor for whether the bearishness continues or if Bitcoin makes its way to a new all-time high. Related Reading: Cardano Price Crash Below $0.3: Is It Time For You To Buy ADA? The reason for the $45,000 caveat is miners’ profitability levels, which are currently sitting at $43,000. This $43,000 is the cost to mine a single Bitcoin by taking into account all of the operating costs. This means that as long as the BTC price remains above $45,000, miners remain in profit from any mined BTC. However, a fall in price below the $45,000 level will initially put the Bitcoin price dangerously close to the cost of mining a BTC. Further decline could put it below the $43,000 level, at which time it would become unprofitable for miners to mine BTC, and possibly affecting the hash rate. The CEO recognizes that some signals are still bearish for the Bitcoin price. However, he believes that if the pioneer cryptocurrency is able to maintain the $45,000 level without breaking for the next two weeks, then a rebound could be in the works. Following this, Young believes that the BTC price could reach a new all-time high before 2024 ends. Bearish Signal Not Seen Since 2023 Returns The X post which the CryptoQuant CEO was responding to was from Julio Moreno, who is the Head of Research at CryptoQuant. In the post, Moreno took a rather bearish stance, identifying a peculiar bearish signal which had not been seen in more than one year. Related Reading: XRP Prediction: Analyst Says Bullish Divergences Are Still Present, Here’s Why The Bull-Bear Market Cycle Indicator is one that can signal a return of the bear market. The researcher points at the COVID sell-off of 2020 as one of the instances when this indicator has turned bearish. Going by this historical performance, the Bitcoin and crypto market could be gearing up for another extended bear market, which would mean that the market decline is far from over. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
The Bitcoin crash may be over, as a crypto trader has predicted a significant rebound for the pioneer cryptocurrency, foreseeing Bitcoin soaring to new all-time highs of $90,000. This bullish projection comes amid the recent downtrend in the price of Bitcoin, which saw a dramatic crash below $50,000 at some point over the past few weeks. $90,000 Rebound Target Set For BTC In an X (formerly Twitter) post on August 5, crypto analyst, Peter Brandt made a bold prediction, suggesting that Bitcoin could witness a significant rebound to $90,000 this bull cycle. Sharing a price chart depicting a series of pumps and dumps in Bitcoin’s value since the beginning of the year, Brandt foresees the pioneer cryptocurrency hitting $90,000 before the end of 2024. Related Reading: Dogecoin Open Interest Sees Sharp 24% Drop, Where Does Price Go From Here? During his post, Brandt emphasized the importance of focusing on what could potentially happen (possibilities), rather than what is likely to happen (probabilities) or what is believed to be certain (certainties). This unique approach to analyzing the market avoids over-dependence on assumptions and remains flexible to various market results. Seeking Brandt’s opinion on the current state of the market, a crypto community member shared that they have been forecasting a bull flag for Bitcoin over the past few months. They inquired if Brandt concurred with this prediction and if a Bitcoin has reached a golden pocket, a key Fibonacci retracement level that often signals the next potential resistance level. Responding to the crypto community member, Brandt negated the possibility of a Bitcoin bull flag, citing various technical analytical authorities such as Schabacker, Edwards, and Magee, who state that bull flags should not last longer than two months. This ultimately suggests that if a supposed bull flag pattern has persisted for more than two months, then it does not meet the criteria for a bull flag. Additionally, when asked by another crypto member if a possibility was just a type of probability, Brandt clarified that possibilities could not be described as a probability because probabilities involve assigning numbers and making assumptions. Brandt has disclosed that he strictly avoids trades based on assumptions to remain open to all possible outcomes without bias. Bitcoin Regains Strength After 23% Market Crash Before Brandt predicted a rebound to $90,000 for Bitcoin, the cryptocurrency had experienced a sharp decline in its price. Over the past week, Bitcoin’s price had fallen to around $52,000, marking a significant drop of more than 23%, according to CoinMarketCap. Related Reading: VanEck CEO Compares Bitcoin Adoption To Gold, Reveals Why Price Will Touch $350,000 Despite the recent price crash, Bitcoin has seemingly regained positive momentum, recording a price increase of 11.77% in just 24 hours. Based on CoinMarketCap’s reports, Bitcoin’s daily trading volume has also surged by 30.65%. The cryptocurrency appears to be breaking out of its previous bearish trends, steadily approaching previous price highs around the $60,000 mark. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $55,903. Featured image from Skilling.com, chart from Tradingview.com
The real identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin, has remained a mystery despite Bitcoin being a decade and a half old. It has become the best kept secret in crypto, leading to various theories of who the creator might be. Many theories have pointed to prominent figures, with software developer Craig Wright claiming he’s the creator. However, Fox Television’s Tucker Carlson has gone down a different route, fingering a United States intelligence agency as the creator. Did The CIA Create Bitcoin? The US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is known to have far reach worldwide, leading to a lot of notable events being attributed to them. This time around, they are being pointed to once again as the Bitcoin creator by Tucker Carlson at the Bitcoin 2024 Conference in Nashville. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Says Dogecoin Price Will Rise Over 7,200% To Reach $10, Here’s Why Speaking at a private event at the conference, Carlson shared his beliefs on who Satoshi Nakamoto really is. The Fox presenter believes that the CIA is the creator of Bitcoin. Carlson called out crypto supporters for being able to answer all crypto-related questions except the creator of Bitcoin. According to him, it is quite obvious who the Bitcoin creator is and it is the Central Intelligence Agency. Carlson also draws on a previous experience, noting that the National Security Agency (CIA) had spied on him through the Signal app. Why this accusation is serious is that Signal has become known worldwide as a completely private message app. However, Carlson believes that the NSA was still able to spy on him using this app. Comparing the two scenarios of Bitcoin and the messaging app, Carlson says, “It’s like Signal, they got there first.” Who Is Satoshi Nakamoto? The real identify of Satoshi Nakamoto has managed to remain secret despite different theories and speculations on who it might be. There are some who believe it is billionaire Elon Musk or NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden, others like Tucker Carlson, believes it’s the work of US intelligence agencies to spy on people’s transactions. However, only one person has claimed that he is the creator of Bitcoin and that is Craig Wright. Related Reading: XRP Price Breaks Out Of 6-Year Triangle, But Is A Rally To $1 Possible? For years, the computer scientist has maintained that he created Bitcoin, eventually going to court in a bid to prove he is Satoshi Nakamoto. However, the High Court of England and Wales found Wright to be an impersonator, forcing him to admit that he is not Satoshi Nakamoto. This comes as the court said that Wright’s evidence were full of lies in a bid to make people believe he created Bitcoin, going as far as forging documents to do so. The court found Wright’s actions to be “a most serious abuse,” and has put measures in place to forbid Wright from entering any more legal proceedings in his claim to be the Bitcoin creator. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Defunct Japanese-based Bitcoin exchange, Mt. Gox, has executed another massive BTC transfer, moving over $2 billion worth of BTC to crypto wallet addresses. The exchange’s repayment plan is nearing its end, experiencing a significant reduction in its previously substantial distribution funds. Mt. Gox Moves Over 33,000 BTC In a recent X (formerly Twitter) post, AI-powered blockchain analytics […]
A crypto analyst has unveiled a new price target for Shiba Inu (SHIB) price, the second-largest meme coin by market cap. While highlighting Shiba Inu’s immense growth potential, the analyst placed a significant condition on his ambitious price forecast, stating that if Bitcoin reaches $3 million per coin, SHIB could rise to a multi-trillion dollar […]
On-chain data shows a particular Bitcoin whale who accumulated almost $400 million between July 30 and 31. This whale is believed to have purchased the flagship crypto, having seen an opportunity to profit massively thanks to Bitcoin’s recent price action. Bitcoin Whale Purchases Almost $400 Million Worth Of BTC On-chain analytics platform Lookonchain revealed in an X (formerly Twitter) post that a Bitcoin whale (12QVs…oN2qo) has withdrawn 5,800 BTC ($387.88 million) from Binance in the past two days. This purchase suggests the whale anticipates higher prices from the flagship crypto soon enough and is looking to profit from such a price rally when the time comes. Interestingly, this purchase comes amid a decline in Bitcoin’s price, meaning that the whale sees this as a ‘buy the dip’ opportunity. Bitcoin dropped to as low as $63,500 on July 31, having rebounded to almost $70,000 days ago. This price drop can be attributed to several factors, including concerns over reports that Iran had ordered a retaliatory attack against Israel for killing Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting was held on July 31, and the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged. Fed Chair Jerome Powell also said little to suggest that an interest rate cut could come in September, another factor contributing to Bitcoin’s recent decline. Despite its recent decline, Bitcoin is expected to enjoy another rebound soon enough and possibly break above the $70,000 range on its next leg up and rise to an all-time high (ATH). Crypto analyst Michael van de Poppe recently mentioned that Bitcoin looks good to continue toward a new ATH next month as long as the flagship crypto stays above $60,000 to $62,000. Whales Heavily Accumulated BTC In July Data from the market intelligence platform IntoTheBlock shows that Bitcoin whales, holding at least 0.1% of BTC’s circulating supply, bought over 84,000 BTC in July. This represents these whales’ largest monthly wave of Bitcoin accumulation since October 2014. These investors looked to take advantage of the price dips that Bitcoin suffered in July. Bitcoin’s price crashes in June extended into the beginning of July, as the flagship crypto dropped to as low as $55,000. However, this BTC accumulation from these whales paid off, as the crypto token enjoyed a massive rebound in the latter parts of July and a monthly close in the green. These whales will still hope Bitcoin can record more impressive gains in August. Data from Cryptorank shows that Bitcoin has historically not enjoyed the best price action in August, ending the month in the red on eight occasions since 2011. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at around $64,400, down almost 3% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of Bitwise, claims in a new memo to investors following the 2024 Bitcoin Conference that the market may not be bullish enough about the future of BTC. The conference was a watershed moment that attracted massive political attention and could influence the future trajectory of Bitcoin heavily. Why You Are Not Bullish Enough On Bitcoin The conference featured a number of groundbreaking statements from high-profile political figures. First and foremost, GOP’s presidential candidate Donald Trump’s statement about building a national Bitcoin reserve caused huge waves. Trump articulated a vision of America as the “crypto capital of the world” and proposed the establishment of a “strategic Bitcoin stockpile”. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) presented a bill that would require the US Treasury Department to procure 1 million Bitcoin. Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) called on the Democratic Party to move away from previous restrictive policies and embrace cryptocurrencies as an integral part of the US financial system. Related Reading: Research Firm Predicts Bitcoin Game Theory In Global Adoption Race In an even more ambitious call, independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suggested that the US Treasury should acquire 4 million Bitcoin. This figure is intended to be equivalent to the US’s share of the world’s gold reserves. According to Hougan, the political discourse surrounding Bitcoin has rapidly evolved from skepticism to strategic acceptance, a transformation punctuated by recent crises and regulatory challenges. The collapse of FTX in late 2022, which marked one of the most significant upheavals in crypto history, casted a long shadow over the industry. However, as Hougan noted, the resilience of Bitcoin and the broader crypto market has been remarkable. “This is crazy. Less than two years ago, FTX was collapsing in a historic fraud, bitcoin was trading at $17,000, and skeptics were dancing on crypto’s grave. Now politicians are openly talking about building a ‘Bitcoin Fort Knox,’ Hougan writes. Related Reading: Hedge Fund Manager Says Bitcoin Price Will Reach $428,000 If This Happens He further points out that less than a year after the SEC’s aggressive action against Coinbase, the US Department of Justice is now cooperating with the same platform to secure its crypto operations, reflecting a broader recalibration of governmental attitudes towards Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Hougan suggests that these developments are not merely opportunistic but reflect a deeper recognition of cryptocurrencies’ growing influence in American society. “When you say ‘opportunism,’ I say, ‘That’s how politics works,'” Hougan stated, acknowledging the strategic shifts within the US political sphere. The implications for investors, according to Hougan, are profound. Investors need to reassess the potential scale of Bitcoin’s growth. Hougan highlighted the asymmetry in risk perceptions, where the focus has traditionally been on downside possibilities. “We spend a lot of time focused on downside risk […] However, there is now an equal risk to the upside,” he stated. The sentiment on Wall Street is also seeing a notable shift. In a conversation reported from the conference, Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon referred to Bitcoin as a potential store of value, indicating growing interest from major financial institutions. The Bitwise CIO mused, “Could we wake up tomorrow and find out that a G20 country has added bitcoin to its balance sheet, looking to front-run the US? Could comprehensive crypto legislation get passed more quickly than expected in the US as bipartisan support strengthens? Could Wall Street massively embrace crypto, at a scale much larger than most expect? “ Overall, the 2024 Bitcoin Conference has evidently served as a catalyst for rethinking Bitcoin’s role on both national and global stages. “These ideas would have been the stuff of daydreams a year ago. But after what I witnessed last week, they look more likely than not,” Hougan concluded. At press time, BTC traded at $64,136. Featured image from YouTube / Mr. M Podcast, chart from TradingView.com
Hedge fund manager James Lavish has predicted that Bitcoin could rise to $428,000 at some point. He also mentioned what needs to happen for the flagship crypto to reach such an ambitious price target. How Bitcoin Could Rise To $428,000 Lavish mentioned in an X (formerly Twitter) post that Bitcoin would rise to $428,000 when it becomes 1% of the $900 trillion investment assets worldwide. The hedge fund manager made this prediction while revealing that Bitcoin, at its current price, only accounts for 0.15% of the capital in these investment assets. Related Reading: Analyst Says ETH Price Will Struggle As Spot Ethereum ETFs Expectations Crash The idea is that BTC will become widely adopted to the extent that it sees most of the global liquidity flow into its ecosystem. Such an inflow of new money would undoubtedly spark a massive rally for the flagship crypto, seeing how much valuable assets like gold are currently worth, thanks to their liquidity. Interestingly, crypto pundit and Bitcoin maximalist Mark Harvey had previously shared a similar view to Lavish’s. Harvey predicted that Bitcoin could rise to $415,000 if it captured 1% of the global assets. Meanwhile, he made an ultra-bullish case for Bitcoin, predicting that it could rise to $17 trillion if it managed to capture most of the monetary premium of asset classes. The asset classes in question include gold, silver, equities, real estate, fiat money, and bonds. Harvey claimed that Bitcoin could steal a massive chunk of the global investment from these other assets as the flagship crypto becomes the most preferred option for people to preserve their money. The crypto pundit also described Bitcoin as a “superior form of property” to the rest. Indeed, a case can be made for BTC being superior to all other assets, considering how it has outperformed the traditional market over the last 14 years. NewsBTC recently reported that digital assets led by BTC have been the best-performing assets in 11 of the last 14 years. Bitcoin is again outperforming these traditional assets with a year-to-date (YTD) gain of over 50%. BTC Could Well Be On Its Way To Achieving The ‘1%’ Status Bitcoin is undoubtedly enjoying a broader adoption in this market cycle, especially thanks to the launch of the Spot Bitcoin ETFs, which are available not only in the United States but also in other countries like Hong Kong and Australia. Thanks to these investment funds, Bitcoin now has the attention of more institutional investors, who are becoming more inclined to the flagship crypto. Related Reading: Institutional Investors Show Interest In Cardano, Triggering 300% Surge Bitcoin will continue to enjoy an impressive liquidity flow into its ecosystem as more institutional investors become bullish. Moreover, Bitcoin’s being touted as a ‘digital gold’ has made it more attractive to investors since this narrative places it as a better option to gold. This has led to projections that Bitcoin could surpass gold’s market cap of $16 trillion. Meanwhile, it is worth mentioning that governments worldwide could also play a huge role in Bitcoin’s meteoric rise as they begin to adopt the flagship crypto as a reserve asset. A country like El Salvador is well on this path, while the United States could join soon enough, with Donald Trump promising to create a strategic national Bitcoin reserve if elected. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
The Elliot Wave theory has become very popular among Bitcoin analysts, given its effectiveness in helping to estimate where the cryptocurrency’s price is headed next. Using this same theory, pseudonymous crypto analyst XForceGlobal has estimated what could happen next for the Bitcoin price. Elliot Wave Theory Points To A Recovery In the analysis posted on TradingView, XForceGlobal used the 5-wave Elliot Wave theory to predict further upside for the Bitcoin price. The chart maps out the waves and subwaves, all of which carry various implications for the Bitcoin price. Related Reading: Institutional Investors Show Interest In Cardano, Triggering 300% Surge The crypto analyst points out that the subwaves are currently in play, ranging from 1-5. So far, subwaves 1 and 2 have finished their run, and with subwave 3, the analyst expects the price to continue to rise as this wave forms. The Bitcoin price being caught in Wave 3 is actually good for the price from here, given that the third wave is known to be bullish. It is also a long wave, meaning that its effects will last longer than that of bearish wave 2, although shorter than Wave 1. However, instead of just being a straight shot for the Bitcoin price, the crypto analyst warns that it could end up being an ABC wave, which is inherently bearish for price. In this case, the Bitcoin price would rise and then decline. Bitcoin Targets Going Forward As mentioned above, the Bitcoin price being caught in the subwave 3 is bullish, meaning the price could surge further from here. According to the crypto analyst’s chart, a 100% move from here is possible, putting the BTC price as high as $126,000. However, the next wave, Subwave 4, is very bearish and the analyst predicts a major crash. They put the target as low as $39,728, which is an over 60% decline from the $126,976 price target from subwave 3, which would mark the most notable drawdown in the Bitcoin price since 2022. Related Reading: Brace For Impact: Ethereum Whales Send Over $205 Million To Coinbase The next wave, Subwave 5, is then expected to continue the bullish narrative, triggering an over 200% rise from the lows from subwave 4. It is expected to peak at around $153,000, marking the completion of the five subwaves. Despite the bullish scenarios mapped out, the crypto analyst warns that “while the evidence strongly suggests that Bitcoin will reach higher levels before any significant correction, it is crucial to remain adaptable as market conditions evolve.” They further added: “No theory can predict market movements with absolute certainty. By staying informed and considering multiple scenarios, investors can better navigate the complexities of the cryptocurrency market.” Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
The Bitcoin price has been expected to hit the 6-figure mark for a couple of years now, but this target continues to be elusive for the cryptocurrency. However, with a crypto bull run predicted by experts to be around the corner, the expectations for a 6-figure Bitcoin price have emerged once again. One crypto analyst […]
In a potentially highly politically charged move, the US. Democratic government orchestrated the transfer of 29,800 Bitcoin, valued at approximately $2 billion, to a newly created address on Monday. This development, first identified by the crypto intelligence platform Arkham, not only stunned the market but also sparked significant speculation and debate among the industry. Arkham’s […]
Many Mt. Gox creditors have finally been repaid their Bitcoin (BTC) after a decade of waiting. News reports have shown many creditors have been repaid through the US-based crypto exchange Kraken. As expected, the news of more BTC potentially flooding the market has led to concerns about its effects on the price of Bitcoin. Analysts […]
American investment management firm VanEck has set an astonishing price target for Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s largest cryptocurrency. This forecast, which seems almost inconceivably high compared to most market predictions, has garnered significant attention. Despite the ambitious forecast, VanEck’s research team has presented a comprehensive rationale explaining why they believe such a substantial price increase is attainable. VanEck Predicts Bitcoin Valuation For 2050 On July 24, VanEck published a report, outlining the teams’ assumptions for a bull scenario in which BTC could potentially rise to $52.38 million by 2050. Notably, the research team predicted Bitcoin’s future price based on three scenarios during a Base, Bear and Bull market. Related Reading: Ethereum Whales Rapidly Accumulate ETH Amid Price Decline For the base scenario, VanEck’s team believes that Bitcoin could potentially surge as high as $2.9 million by 2050. The analysts have rooted their predictions on the possibility that Bitcoin could be utilized to settle 10% of the globe’s international trade and 5% of the world’s domestic trade. Under this scenario, central banks may hold about 2.5% of their assets in Bitcoin, further increasing its adoption and exposure. VanEck’s team has also attributed their projected surge in BTC’s value to assumptions of anticipated global growth, rising investor demand and Bitcoin’s substantial transaction volume. The research team estimated Bitcoin’s value for 2050 using a simple velocity of money equation that includes three key factors – GDP of trade settled in Bitcoin, supply of circulating Bitcoin and Velocity of Bitcoin in the market. While predicting a bull surge to $52.38 million, VanEck’s analysts assumed that by 2050, Bitcoin will play a crucial role in the international monetary system, capturing significant market share from major currencies. Additionally, they expect Bitcoin to become widely adopted for international trade, transforming into a major medium of exchange and a key store of value. Moreover, VanEck believes that BTC could act as a reserve currency for different countries. The team has noted that Bitcoin was designed to replace fiat money and could become a reliable and efficient alternative to current monetary systems, which feature “corruptible human authorities with immutable logic.” VanEck’s Bearish Scenario For BTC While the VanEck team estimated an exceptionally ambitious price target for Bitcoin in 2050, they also presented a more bearish scenario for the pioneer cryptocurrency. Under less favourable conditions, analysts suggest that Bitcoin could hit a price level of $130,314 by 2050. Related Reading: Cardano In The Spotlight: Why The $0.6 Level Is Important To ADA A target of $130,314 over the next 25 years, could be the most bearish scenario for Bitcoin’s value. This contrasts sharply with predictions from analysts at financial firms like Standard Chartered and Bernstein, who forecast that Bitcoin could surge as high as $150,000 by the end of 2024 and $200,000 by 2025, respectively. Despite VanEck’s pessimistic assumption, at press time, Bitcoin’s price is trading at $67,101, reflecting a 4.24% increase in the last 24 hours and another 4.78% spike over the past week, according to CoinMarketCap. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com