The state pension fund in Florida made a bold move to align itself with the vision of US President-elect Donald Trump for a strategic Bitcoin reserve. Florida’s state officials announced that the pension fund will invest $1.85 billion worth of members’ contributions into Bitcoin to diversify its investment portfolio. Related Reading: US Council Sounds The […]
The price of Bitcoin (BTC) has dipped by 1.66% in the last day after failing to break past $102,000 on Friday. Currently, the crypto market leader seems to be in consolidation, with little indication of its next price movement. However, recent whale activity has pointed to a continuous bullish trajectory. Related Reading: Bitcoin ETFs Surpass […]
The recent Bitcoin price surge, which surpassed $100,000 for the first time, is creating ripples in the long-struggling crypto lending sector, particularly through decentralized finance (DeFi) applications. According to a Bloomberg report, the speculative excitement surrounding Bitcoin has not only invigorated its trading but is also spilling over into lending platforms, signaling a potential resurgence […]
The Bitcoin (BTC) price held just below $100,000 at the week’s end, falling 7% to roughly $91,000 on Thursday. This milestone has inspired speculation about Bitcoin’s short, medium, and long-term behavior in the face of increased market volatility. Expert Predicts Bitcoin Could Reach $200,000 According to market expert VirtualBacon, while the $100,000 level is noteworthy, it does not represent the pinnacle of Bitcoin’s potential. He refers to the current phase as the “thrill stage,” in which retail investors are motivated by fear of missing out (FOMO) and media hype. Although Bitcoin’s march to $100,000 may not indicate an early entry point, VirtualBacon predicts it will eventually hit $200,000, citing past price cycles. However, the expert cautions that investors should be prepared for 20% to 30% corrections, but he remains confident about Bitcoin’s long-term potential. Related Reading: XRP Price Marks $2.13 And $2.92 As Primary Fibonacci Levels, What Happens When Wave 2 Begins? Regarding the present bull run’s longevity, VirtualBacon alludes to previous cycles that show major price increases often last 6 to 10 months. He observes that previous bull runs often peaked 6 to 10 months after important milestones, such as Bitcoin’s halving events. VirtualBacon also drew comparisons between Bitcoin’s latest breakthrough of the $100,000 milestone and its initial breach of the $10,000 level in 2017, which resulted in a quick doubling of the price within 20 days. If history repeats itself, the analyst believes that the Bitcoin price might skyrocket to $200,000. However, if the price consolidates around $100,000, it could signal a sustained bull run, which would be beneficial to altcoins. Ethereum: A ‘No-Brainer Investment’ While the euphoria surrounding Bitcoin’s surge above $100,000 is apparent, VirtualBacon emphasizes that the real potential are in altcoins. He believes that when Bitcoin consolidates, altcoins will certainly take center stage. Ethereum (ETH), in particular, is outperforming Bitcoin, predicting an upcoming altcoin season. During past cycles, Ethereum outperformed Bitcoin by a factor of 2.5. If Bitcoin reaches $200,000, VirtualBacon predicts that Ethereum may grow to $15,000, indicating a fourfold increase. Related Reading: Analyst Confirms Ethereum Golden Cross As ETH Surges Past $4,000 – Is Altseason In Sight? Interestingly, VirtualBacon considers Ethereum a “no-brainer investment” at this time, citing its “significant undervaluation” and ability to generate at least a 3x return, with realistic price targets ranging from $10,000 to $12,000. Finally, VirtualBacon advised monitoring Bitcoin’s performance in relation to its 200-day exponential moving average. He expects the bull market to continue until late 2025, creating several possibilities for wise investments. At the time of writing, the largest cryptocurrency on the market, BTC, was trading at $99,670, up 3.2% on the week. Over longer time frames, Bitcoin still shows significant gains of over 31% and 129% on a monthly and year-to-date basis, respectively. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
The Bitcoin price seems to be facing somewhat of a price failure since it crossed above the $100,000 price level. In the few hours after crossing above this psychological threshold, the Bitcoin price faced rejection and corrected until it reached $94,000. Related Reading: Market Expert: Not Long On XRP? You’re ‘Disrespecting’ Yourself However, this correction does not necessarily signal a bleak outlook for the world’s largest cryptocurrency, especially as investor sentiment continues to hover in the extreme greed zone. According to technical analysis, the Bitcoin price is still open to climbing well above $100,000 by the end of December 2024. Record Bitcoin Liquidations Shake The Market Bitcoin’s broader market dynamics and investor sentiment suggest that Bitcoin’s failure at $100,000 could be a temporary pause rather than a long-term reversal. Interestingly, a detailed analysis posted on the TradingView platform supports this outlook and offers a bold prediction for the year’s end. The analysis highlighted December 5, 2024, as a historic day for cryptocurrency liquidations. Total liquidations reached a staggering $1.1 billion, surpassing the previous record of $950 million set on August 5, 2024. The breakdown included $820 million in liquidated long positions and $280 million in liquidated short positions. Although price data from Coinmarketcap and CoinGecko shows a bottom around $93,600, the Bitcoin price dipped to $89,000–$90,000 depending on the exchange. According to the analysis, such a dramatic move is described as a “helicopter” on the BTCUSDT chart, and it reflects a cooling-off period due to overheating from all technical indicators. Despite the correction and crazy liquidations, the analyst maintained that Bitcoin’s uptrend remains intact. This is because the Fear and Greed Index, a popular sentiment indicator, remained in the “greed” zone at 71 despite Bitcoin’s sharp drop. At the time of writing, the Fear and Greed Index has increased to the “extreme greed” zone at 82, suggesting that market participants are still optimistic about Bitcoin’s future trajectory. Bold Year-End Price Prediction Interestingly, the altcoin market barely reacted to the Bitcoin price reaction, which also creates the possibility of another wave downwards before a broader market recovery. The analyst outlined a scenario for the Bitcoin price probably going on another decline and break below $90,000. The forecast suggests Bitcoin could drop further to the $84,000–$85,000 range before rallying to $110,000. Adding to the bullish narrative is the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, which is scheduled to take place on December 18. Market expectations point to a 0.25% rate cut by the Federal Reserve, a move that could inject further momentum into Bitcoin’s price recovery much like the September and November rate cuts. Related Reading: Dogecoin Days At The Top Numbered? Cardano Set To Take Over — Analyst At the time of writing, the Bitcoin price is trading at $99,450 and is about to break above $100,000 again. On-chain data shows that Bitcoin whales have taken advantage of the price decline to load up more BTC. Particularly, addresses holding between 100 and 1,000 BTC have increased their collective holdings by 20,000 BTC in the past 24 hours, valued at $2 billion. Featured image from Pixabay, chart from TradingView
From attaining a six-figure market price to a sudden market crash, Bitcoin has remained the major headliner in the crypto market over the past week. Among these rapid developments on the largest digital asset, blockchain analytics company Santiment has observed a massive decline in mining balance. Related Reading: Bitcoin Sets New ATH Above $104,000, Yet Investors Don’t Want To Sell Bitcoin Miners Offload 85,503 BTC In 48 Hours On Friday, Santiment shared a report on Bitcoin mining wallets activity in correlation to the asset’s price. According to the analytics firm, there has been a consistent decrease in the Bitcoin collective mining balances since April 2024 indicating that miners have been gradually selling their BTC or moving funds to another wallet. However, Santiment states these mining wallets have now transferred out 85,503 BTC, valued at $8.56 billion, over the last 48 hours, which represents the largest drop in miner balances since late February prior to Bitcoin’s surge to $73,000. Generally, increased outflows from miners could indicate a bearish shift in price momentum. However, the team at Santiment postulates the recent BTC offload should be considered a net-neutral signal with no inking on Bitcoin’s price movement. This notion is based on Bitcoin miner balances showing a weak correlation with price for the majority of 2024. Moreover, non-mining whales and sharks continue to accumulate Bitcoin signaling confidence among investors in the asset’s profitability despite miner activity. Interestingly, popular crypto analyst Ali Martinez recently provided some update on this accumulation trend stating that BTC whales have acquired 20,000 BTC, valued at $2 billion, over the past 24 hours. Nevertheless, the constant decline in miner balances remains an important concern for Bitcoin investors. Aside from an ability to induce a bearish sentiment, miners transferring out BTC may draw speculations over mining profitability, which is critical to sustaining the Bitcoin network. Related Reading: As Bitcoin Trades Above $100K—Analysts Reveal What Could Be Next Bitcoin Price Overview At the time of writing, Bitcoin trades at $100,119 following a 3.67% price increase in the past 24 hours. On larger time frames, Bitcoin is equally in profit as evidenced by gains of 2.92% and 32.60% in the last seven days and 30 days, respectively. The largest digital asset is preparing to face minor resistance at $102,000 following an earlier rejection. If the market bulls are able to produce a breakout, Bitcoin maintains a prolonged price rally that began in early October. Based on previous bull cycles, the premier cryptocurrency is touted to gain by an average of 38.86% in December, with the potential to trade as high as $140,000 before 2024 runs out. Featured image from Britannica, chart from Tradingview
If you’re from the Czech Republic, you have another good reason to hold your Bitcoin. The government has approved a new tax policy exempting Bitcoin from capital gains tax, provided these assets have been held for at least three years. The updated tax policy also exempts individuals from paying taxes if income from digital currencies […]
US Spot Bitcoin ETFs have significantly transformed both Bitcoin and the broader crypto industry. These ETFs have seen their value and holdings grow massively since their launch in January 2024, breaking multiple ETF records in traditional finance. Related Reading: Dogecoin Days At The Top Numbered? Cardano Set To Take Over — Analyst As it stands, US Spot Bitcoin ETFs have now surpassed BTC’s elusive creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, as the largest holder of Bitcoin. A Historic Milestone For Bitcoin ETFs US Spot Bitcoin ETFs have reached a remarkable milestone, becoming the single largest holder of the top coin. Currently, the 12 US Spot Bitcoin ETF providers collectively hold 1,104,534 BTC, which is around 5.62% of the entire Bitcoin market cap. As such, they have now exceeded Satoshi Nakamoto’s stash of 1,100,000 BTC, which has remained untouched since his disappearance. Notably, these 1,100,000 BTC, mined during the early days of Bitcoin, have remained stagnant for over a decade. The remarkable achievement by US Spot Bitcoin ETFs is the result of consistent inflows, which have played a significant role in driving its price above the critical $100,000 psychological threshold. Recent data from SosoValue highlights that US Spot BTC ETFs have recorded seven consecutive trading days of inflows, with the most recent surge being $376.59 million on December 6. Interestingly, this streak of inflows extends far beyond the last seven trading days. Over the past 40 trading days, US Spot Bitcoin ETFs have experienced inflows on 32 occasions, reflecting a sustained trend of investor interest. The total holdings of US Spot Bitcoin ETFs have significantly strengthened due to these consistent inflows and are now valued at $112.74 billion based on the current price of the digital currency. Implications Of Growing ETF Dominance The growth of Spot Bitcoin ETFs as the largest holders of BTC points to a maturing market and reflects a shift in the crypto’s appeal to institutional investors. Institutional participation has increased considerably, as the ETFs offer a regulated means for investors to gain exposure to the crypto without directly holding the cryptocurrency. This has prompted many market participants to suggest that BTC might be transitioning into an asset for institutional holders and not for retail investors anymore. Nonetheless, the momentum behind Spot ETFs is unlikely to stop anytime soon. The inflow is projected to keep increasing with increasing adoption and approval in other major markets, like the European market. However, it also raises the question of market influence and centralization of crypto holdings. Interestingly, on-chain data shows that many long-term holders of Bitcoin holding in self-custody have also opted to transfer their assets into these spot ETFs in order to take advantage of their regulatory clarity. Related Reading: Market Expert: Not Long On XRP? You’re ‘Disrespecting’ Yourself At the time of writing, the BTC price is trading at $99,650 and is still looking to register a decisive break above the $100,000 price level. Featured image from Blue Trust, chart from TradingView
After hitting the $100,000 milestone, Bitcoin suffered a sudden price crash on Friday resulting in an estimated price loss of 7%. During this decline, the asset’s perpetual funding rates in the derivative markets took a hit. However, traders may yet retain enough leverage to strongly influence price volatility. Related Reading: Bitcoin On Track To Replace Gold In 10 Years, Trading Firm Predicts Bitcoin Short-Term Outlook Uncertain Due To Heightened Leverage In an X post on December 6, blockchain analytics firm Glassnode expressed that Bitcoin’s perpetual funding rate may hold significant implications for the asset’s short-term price. For context, perpetual funding rates are periodic payments made between traders in the perpetual futures market to ensure the contract price aligns with the spot price of Bitcoin. Positive funding rates indicate that long positions are paying shorts, which is bullish while negative funding rates represent the vice versa. According to Glassnode, BTC’s perpetual funding rates initially showed signs of stabilization on its weekly frame amidst speculative demand. However, the asset’s surge to $100,000 on Thursday driven by increased market leverage saw these funding rates rise by 3.6x their weekly average. Notably, Bitcoin’s perpetual funding rate hit a peak of 0.062, representing its highest value since April. Importantly, the analytics team at Glassnode notes that this rate spike suggests significant influence by the derivative market on Bitcoin’s ascent above $100,000. However, Bitcoin’s flash price resulted in a major decline in its funding rates slightly above 0.024. Despite this fall, Glassnode states these rates are still relatively high compared to earlier this week, indicating the Bitcoin market still contains a significant level of leveraged positions. This residual leverage in the market indicates a strong potential for increased price volatility. Therefore, Bitcoin’s price movement in the coming days appears unclear as a reversal on either side could trigger a significant level of liquidation, inducing a cascading effect. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price At $100,000: Road To More Gains Or Potential Bull Trap? Analyst Has Answers STH Cost Basis Points To $112,000 Price Target In other news, renowned analyst Ali Martinez has posted a Bitcoin price prediction based on the asset’s short-term holder (STH) cost basis i.e. the average price at which those who typically acquired BTC over the last 155 days. It indicates a break-even level for these investors. According to Martinez, the STH behavior indicates that Bitcoin would reach a local top or $112,926 price based on a +1 standard deviation that adjusts the level of STH cost basis upward to account for price volatility and behavioral trends. At press time, Bitcoin trades at $100,137 after its recovery from Friday’s crash faced a rejection at $102,000. Meanwhile, the asset’s trading volume is down by 42.46% and valued at $89.12 billion. Featured image from TradeSanta, chart from Tradingview
The Bitcoin price recently achieved a monumental milestone, crossing the $100,000 threshold for the first time in its history. While the breakthrough is a significant achievement for the BTC price, it also raises the question of where it goes from here. The consensus among many analysts is of a continued bullish price action for Bitcoin. However, a crypto analyst on TradingView has issued a stark warning, labeling this price point as a “dangerous zone.” According to their technical outlook, reaching $100,000 could cause a massive correction in the Bitcoin price up to the $72,000 price level. Why $100,000 May Be A Turning Point For The Bitcoin Price After four failed attempts to breach the $100,000 mark, Bitcoin has finally broken through the psychological threshold and is now open to uncharted price territory. Although the Bitcoin price retraced below $100,000 in the hours after, many investors remain optimistic, viewing this retracement as a temporary setback and believing that Bitcoin’s journey above $100,000 is far from over. Related Reading: XRP Downtrend Is Only Temporary: Analyst Gives Reasons Why Price Is Headed For $3.2 The optimism, however, is met with a contrasting perspective from an analysis of the TradingView platform, which offers a more cautious and bearish outlook. The analyst highlights the $100,000 level as a “magnet” that has consistently drawn price activity over the past few weeks, serving as a critical zone of attraction and resistance. With this in mind, the analyst’s outlook is of bearish price action, essentially predicting a retest of $94,000. From here, the analyst expects the occurrence of a market structure break (MSB), which in turn would trigger a broader correction for the BTC price. Interestingly, the analyst predicted that breaking below the $94,000 price level would lead to a retest of $88,000. Should Bitcoin break below the $88,000 support, the analyst foresees further price declines that would drive the Bitcoin price toward an ideal target zone just above $72,200. Bullish Sentiment Outweighs Bearish Sentiment If the bearish scenario outlined by the analyst comes to pass, it could plunge the crypto market into another bear market, with other cryptocurrencies mirroring Bitcoin’s downward trajectory and erasing recent price gains. Related Reading: Dogecoin Price Continues Trading Sideways But Bullish Pennant Says Get Ready For $1.30 However, this remains a prediction rather than an assessment of the current crypto market dynamics. Presently, the crypto market continues to bask in bullish sentiment, as evidenced by the Fear & Greed Index, which is currently at an extreme greed level of 81. A few analysts have suggested that Bitcoin’s price may still have room to climb, with some forecasting potential highs near $140,000. At the time of writing, the Bitcoin price is trading at $98,350. Interestingly, the recent break above $100,000 led to a retest of $94,000 in the past 24 hours. However, the Bitcoin price rebounded from $94,000 instead of breaking below. Despite this rebound, the leading cryptocurrency might not be out of the woods yet. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Investors and traders are engaging with Bitcoin following its remarkable price growth in the past few weeks, cementing its position as the leading digital asset in the crypto market. However, reports show that this robust optimism is spotted mainly among BTC’s short-term investors. Bullish Sentiment Shifts Toward Bitcoin’s Short-Term Holders In a sudden turn of […]
Bitcoin has recently made headlines by breaking through the $100,000 mark for the first time, a milestone that has prompted increased trading activity and strategic hedging among investors. According to a Bloomberg report, this surge has led some traders to seek protection against potential price declines, as demand for put options—contracts that allow buyers to […]
President-elect Donald Trump, now a vocal supporter of Bitcoin, took to social media to congratulate cryptocurrency holders on surpassing the $100,000 milestone for the first time in history. Bitcoin Price Surpasses $100,000 In a post on Truth Social, Trump expressed his excitement and support, stating, “CONGRATULATIONS BITCOINERS!!! $100,000!!! YOU’RE WELCOME!!! Together, we will Make America Great Again!” Trump’s Bitcoin endorsement aligns with his campaign promises to position the United States as the “crypto capital of the world.” His administration, set to begin on January 20, 2025, is expected to implement significant regulatory changes through agencies like the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Related Reading: Hut 8 Unveils $750 Million Initiative To Establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve These proposed adjustments are critical to fostering the growth of the digital asset ecosystem, which Trump believes will be a cornerstone of his presidency and a notable shift from President Biden’s administration and treatment of the nascent financial sector. The timing of Trump’s announcement coincides with the resignation of current SEC Chair Gary Gensler, who stated that his last day at the agency will also be January 20. This transition is anticipated to pave the way for former SEC Commissioner Paul Atkins, who is expected to take the helm with a pro-crypto vision. Legal chief Dan Gallagher of Robinhood Markets expressed confidence in Atkins, noting, “Paul Atkins was made for this job,” and predicting that he would tackle the industry’s concerns regarding “regulation by enforcement” from day one. BTC Valuation Surpasses Major Public Companies The recent surge past $100,000 has propelled Bitcoin’s market capitalization to over $2 trillion, making it a more substantial asset than most public companies, including tech giants like Nvidia, Apple, and Alphabet. This valuation also surpasses the government bond markets of several countries, including Spain and Brazil, and approaches the market capitalization of the FTSE 100 Index in the UK. Analysts are optimistic about the future, with Fadi Aboualfa, head of research at Copper Technologies, stating that reaching $100,000 indicates the beginning of a new phase in the bull market, one that appears resilient to external shocks. Manuel Villegas, a digital assets analyst at Julius Baer, added that the demand for Bitcoin remains strong, suggesting the possibility of a supply squeeze in the coming year, similar to previous trends. Related Reading: Dogecoin (DOGE) Bounces Back: Is a New Rally Brewing? Moreover, Trump’s return to the White House could signal a shift in government involvement in Bitcoin. During a Bitcoin conference earlier this year, Trump proposed the idea of creating a strategic stockpile of Bitcoin, starting with assets seized by the US government. Allies like Robert Kennedy Jr. and Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis have even suggested that the government could purchase 1 million Bitcoin, worth approximately $100 billion at current prices, as a means to back the US dollar. Starting Thursday, Bitcoin reached a new all-time high of $104,150 per coin, marking a substantial 6.6% surge within 24 hours. However, since that peak, the price has retraced to around $103,000 The question now is whether this upward trend can be sustained or if profit-taking by investors will lead to a correction for the leading digital asset. The future outlook will also depend on the next key support level, with $100,000 as a critical point that could facilitate further price increases. Featured image from CNBC, chart from TradingView.com
Bitcoin price declined sharply from the $104,015 high and dipped below $95,000. BTC is now recovering losses and facing hurdles near $99,000. Bitcoin started a major decline after hitting a new all-time high at $104,015. The price is trading above $97,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $96,000 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair could regain momentum if it closes above the key milestone level of $100,000. Bitcoin Price Recovers Losses Bitcoin price started another increase above the $98,500 resistance zone. BTC was able to clear the $99,500 and $100,000 resistance levels. The bulls even pumped it to a new all-time high. A high was formed at $104,015 and the price saw a major downside correction. There was a drop below the $100,000 and $95,000 levels. The price tested the $92,000 zone. A low was formed at $91,800 and the price is now recovering losses. There was a move above the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $104,015 swing high to the $91,800 low. Bitcoin price is now trading above $97,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is also a key bullish trend line forming with support at $96,000 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $99,360 level or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $104,015 swing high to the $91,800 low. The first key resistance is near the $100,000 level. A clear move above the $100,000 resistance might send the price higher. The next key resistance could be $102,000. A close above the $102,000 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $104,000 resistance level. Any more gains might send the price toward the $108,000 level. Another Drop In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $100,000 resistance zone, it could start another downside correction. Immediate support on the downside is near the $97,000 level. The first major support is near the $96,000 level. The next support is now near the $95,000 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $92,000 support in the near term. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $97,000, followed by $96,000. Major Resistance Levels – $100,000, and $102,000.
Finally, Bitcoin has barreled past the $100,000 threshold, a level predicted by many crypto analysts in the last few months. Related Reading: ‘Bitcoin Jesus’ Roger Ver Slams US Overreach Amid Indictment Battle – Details A longtime inactive cryptocurrency exchange rode on the BTC price surge and transferred more than 24,000 coins to a new wallet. […]
The Bitcoin price has soared above $100,000 for the first time ever, sparking optimism among market participants. In line with this development, crypto analyst Xanrox has provided insights into whether more gains lie ahead for Bitcoin or whether this rally above $100,000 could be a potential bull trap. What Next For Bitcoin Price Following Rally To $100,000 In a recent TradingView post, Xanrox suggested that the Bitcoin price will unlikely enjoy a sustained rally for now. He explained that this is unlikely because a sustained rally could easily put Bitcoin at $600,000 by December 2025, which is impossible. As such, he believes that BTC would need to slow down. Related Reading: Dogecoin Price Continues Trading Sideways But Bullish Pennant Says Get Ready For $1.30 The analyst further noted that the Bitcoin price hasn’t made any bigger correction in the past weeks, which is one reason why he is not looking to buy BTC anytime soon. Xanrox remarked that the market needs to see a shakeout and a flash crash first before anything else. He suggested that Bitcoin could drop to as low as $85,000 when this correction finally happens. Xanrox stated that the $85,000 level is a very reasonable support because it is the end of the massive FVG (fair value gap) on the daily candles. He added that this target is also the start of the first price action on the volume profile. The crypto analyst revealed that this is the level at which he is looking to buy Bitcoin. The crypto analyst indicated that this Bitcoin price rally to $100,000 is a bull trap, as he highlighted a symmetrical triangle on the four-hour chart. He said this looks like a bull trap for retail traders because everyone would buy the breakout. As such, he envisages that Bitcoin would make a last push to sweep liquidity. A Major Correction Might Not Come Anytime Soon On the other hand, crypto analyst Ali Martinez has offered a diverging opinion, suggesting that a major correction might not come anytime soon for the Bitcoin price. In his recent X post, he alluded to a previous post in which he stated that the current bullish cycle is very similar to the ones in 2017 and 2020. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price To $100,000: Why Reclaiming The $96,400 Level Is Very Important For Another Rally If this pattern holds true, Martinez predicts that the Bitcoin price won’t suffer its first major correction of between 15% to 30% until its hits $135,000 or even $159,000. Meanwhile, the accompanying chart put the market top for Bitcoin at $240,000, indicating that it will still have more room to move the upside even after this correction. At the time of writing, the Bitcoin price is trading at around $102,800, up over 6% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
In a recent interview with Fox Business, Michael Saylor, co-founder and chairman of MicroStrategy, expressed an ambitious vision for Bitcoin (BTC), predicting a substantial increase in its overall market value over the next 21 years. This forecast aligns with MicroStrategy’s ongoing strategy of intensifying its Bitcoin acquisition program, which has significantly influenced the company’s stock performance, linking it closely to Bitcoin’s price movements. Saylor Envisions Bitcoin Price Soaring To $13 Million Bitcoin has already reached a valuation of approximately $2 trillion, with its price hitting a new record of $104,000 on Thursday. However, Saylor anticipates an additional $200 trillion will be added to Bitcoin’s market cap by 2045, driven largely by global inflationary pressures. According to Saylor, many investors are moving away from traditional assets in favor of Bitcoin, viewing it as a viable global monetary asset. He asserts that as more capital flows into Bitcoin, its growth trajectory will outpace equities, gold, and real estate. Related Reading: XRP Downtrend Is Only Temporary: Analyst Gives Reasons Why Price Is Headed For $3.2 Delving into specific price predictions, Saylor posited that bitcoin could reach an astounding $13 million per coin. This would represent a 12,384% growth if Saylor’s predicted scenario comes to fruition, potentially making it the largest currency in the world. Saylor bases this estimate on an analysis suggesting that Bitcoin has historically grown at an average annual rate of 29%. This growth, he argues, could continue, leading to the projected valuation by 2045. NewsBTC previously reported that Saylor believes that Bitcoin represents only 0.1% of the global capital market, but he envisions that figure increasing to 7%. Saylor also provided a detailed analysis of Bitcoin’s growth trajectory, outlining a four-year projection with an average growth rate that might start at 44% and gradually taper down to 30%. Contrary to the perception of Bitcoin as a high-risk asset, Saylor emphasizes its potential as a safe haven for risk-averse investors, highlighting the increasing demand for security in investment choices. MicroStrategy Ramps Up BTC Acquisitions In a recent social media update, Saylor shared the company’s performance following three years of strategic Bitcoin investments. He announced that year-to-date, MicroStrategy’s treasury operations have delivered an impressive BTC yield of 63.3%, resulting in a net benefit of approximately 119,800 BTC for shareholders. At prices of $103,000 per BTC, this translates to an estimated $12.3 billion in returns for the year, positioning MicroStrategy as one of the most profitable and fastest-growing companies operating under the “Bitcoin Standard.” Related Reading: Don’t Fade Dogecoin! – Analyst Says DOGE Is About To Rally On Monday, MicroStrategy revealed that it has significantly ramped up its BTC acquisitions, surpassing the milestone of 400,000 BTC in its portfolio. The company sold 3.7 million shares of its stock, generating around $1.5 billion in proceeds immediately reinvested into Bitcoin. This marks the fourth consecutive week of Bitcoin purchases by the firm. Since November 11, MicroStrategy has invested over $13.5 billion in Bitcoin across three separate transactions, bringing its total holdings to approximately $38 billion, or 402,100 BTC, at an average purchase price of $56,658 per coin. BTC trades at $101,628 at the time of writing, recording a 6% surge in the 24-hour time frame. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency asset, is surging significantly again, with growing expectations of the asset hitting the much-awaited $100,000 price level. While BTC’s renewed upside momentum has sparked the notion that the $100,000 mark could be on the horizon, there are factors that may be acting as a barrier to its rally to the pivotal […]
Hut 8, one of the largest Bitcoin mining companies globally, has announced a significant strategic move aimed at creating a strategic Bitcoin reserve. The initiative, totaling $750 million includes a $500 million at-the-market (ATM) program and a $250 million stock buyback plan. Hut 8’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Initiative Hut 8’s CEO, Asher Genoot, articulated the company’s vision, stating that the launch of the new ATM Program and Stock Repurchase Program has equipped the business with “two powerful tools” that he believes bolsters the firm’s ability to endure the market’s volatility. Related Reading: BNB Surges 18% To Hit Record High Close To $800: Is Further Growth On The Horizon? The ATM program will allow Hut 8 to sell its common stock directly in the market, providing flexibility to raise funds as needed. In contrast, the stock buyback plan demonstrates the company’s confidence in its long-term growth prospects. Genoot emphasized that these financial maneuvers send a clear message to investors about their belief in Hut 8’s potential and its approach to treasury management. The net proceeds from the ATM program are earmarked for several growth initiatives. This includes investing in power and digital infrastructure, acquiring data centers, and purchasing Bitcoin to bolster its strategic reserve. Additionally, the funds may be allocated for general corporate purposes, such as repaying debts and enhancing working capital. Growing Trend Among Crypto And Traditional Financial Firms Sales under the ATM program will adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Securities Act of 1933 and will be conducted on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Hut 8 disclosed it has filed the necessary prospectus and supplementary documents with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements. The stock repurchase initiative is part of Hut 8’s broader capital management strategy. It allows the company to buy back up to 4.68 million shares, representing about 5% of its outstanding stock, over the next year. Importantly, both programs provide Hut 8 the flexibility to adjust their strategies based on market conditions, share prices, and regulatory requirements. Related Reading: XRP Under The Microscope: Will It Break $2.9? Key Support Levels And Future Targets As Bitcoin’s price has surged, particularly following the recent US elections, there’s been a noticeable trend among both crypto firms and traditional financial institutions—including healthcare, social media, and artificial intelligence sectors—to adopt similar strategies. Bitcoinist previously reported that just in November, nine global companies adopted Bitcoin as part of their treasury to capitalize on the previous month’s 40% surge which led to the cryptocurrency’s current record high of $99,540. This is further bolstered by President-elect Trump’s proposal earlier this year in Nashville, where he announced his intention to create a national Bitcoin stockpile and a purchase strategy instead of selling the government’s current holdings, which are close to 1% of the total supply. At the time of writing, BTC is trading at $95,490, down 0.4% over the past 24 hours. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Russian President Vladimir Putin has made headlines with his recent remarks on using Bitcoin and the need for his country to reconsider its reliance on foreign currency reserves. Russian President Emphasizes Bitcoin’s Role Speaking at an investment conference in Moscow, Putin argued that the current geopolitical climate, particularly following the West’s freezing of approximately $300 […]
Bitcoin price started a fresh increase and tested the $100,000 level. BTC is now showing many positive signs and might continue to rise. Bitcoin is gaining pace above the $96,500 zone. The price is trading below $98,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There was a break above a key bearish trend line with resistance at $97,550 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair tested the key milestone level at $100,000 and might extend gains. Bitcoin Price Hits $100K Bitcoin price started another increase above the $96,500 resistance zone. BTC was able to clear the $97,500 and $98,000 resistance levels. The bulls even pumped it to a new all-time high. There was a break above a key bearish trend line with resistance at $97,550 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. Finally, the price tested the $100,000 level. The current price action suggests that the price might continue to rise and is stable above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $64,656 swing low to the $100,000 high. Bitcoin price is now trading below $98,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $100,000 level. The first key resistance is near the $102,000 level. A clear move above the $102,000 resistance might send the price higher. The next key resistance could be $105,000. A close above the $105,000 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $108,000 resistance level. Any more gains might send the price toward the $112,000 level. Another Drop In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $100,000 resistance zone, it could start another downside correction. Immediate support on the downside is near the $98,800 level. The first major support is near the $98,000 level. The next support is now near the $96,500 zone or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $64,656 swing low to the $100,000 high. Any more losses might send the price toward the $95,000 support in the near term. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $98,500, followed by $96,500. Major Resistance Levels – $100,000, and $102,000.
The Bitcoin price has recently attempted to reclaim the $96,400 level as support after breaking above the bearish trend line. A crypto analyst has underscored why this support level is crucial for Bitcoin’s next price rally, as it could set the stage for a potential retest above the $100,000 All-Time High (ATH). Bitcoin Price Retests $96,400 To Trigger Surge To $100,000 Prominent crypto analyst Rekt Capital took to X (formerly Twitter) on December 4 to inform his over 518,000 followers about the current Bitcoin price action and future direction. The analyst suggested that if Bitcoin successfully tests the $96,440 support level, it could trigger a price increase to $100,068. Related Reading: Cardano Next In Line After XRP? ADA Price Targets $4.88 In Epic Breakout Sharing a price chart, Rekt Capital revealed that Bitcoin has persistently retested its series of Lower Highs, establishing them as a key support level. In his Bitcoin price chart, “Lower Highs” means that each successive high point is lower than the previous point. This development is typically observed during a downtrend. However, with Bitcoin now treating these lower highs as support, it indicates a potential shift in the market, suggesting that prices may be stabilizing after declining. Rekt Capital also highlighted that Bitcoin is producing longer downside wicks, indicating that its price declined significantly during the time frame, but buyers stepped in. The analyst emphasized that Bitcoin is currently grabbing liquidity at lower prices without breaking below the key support trendline. A liquidity grab occurs when large volumes of orders at key price levels are triggered unexpectedly. In the case of Bitcoin, “grabbing liquidity” refers to the market dipping into levels where buy orders are clustered, enabling large players to execute trades. Rekt Capital has disclosed that, as long as this trend continues, Bitcoin will eventually move back up to reclaim the $96,440 level. Recovering this crucial support will allow Bitcoin to reach and even surpass the $100,000 milestone. Related Reading: Analyst Says Dogecoin Price At $1.3-$1.5 Is Still Possible, Here’s Why Bitcoin’s Bear Case Scenario Looking at the price chart presented by Rekt Capital, several support levels are highlighted, indicating price levels that Bitcoin could fall to if it fails to reclaim the $96,440 mark. While current Bitcoin price action indicates that it could potentially reach $100,000, the analyst has suggested that if the pioneer cryptocurrency fails to hold the $96,440 support, it might retest a lower support level of around $91,070. As indicated by the red line on the price chart, $91,070 is a critical price level for Bitcoin. If the cryptocurrency also falls below this level, it could crash to new lows around $87,325. As of writing, the price of Bitcoin is trading at $96,737, marking a 3.24% increase over the past week. A drop below the $87,300 level would represent more than a 10% crash from Bitcoin’s current value. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Bitcoin’s price is rising presently, showcasing the potential for further upside growth. However, optimism and confidence in the largest cryptocurrency asset might be gradually decreasing as long-term holders’ balances have fallen sharply in the past few days. Are Long-term Holders Of Bitcoin Losing Faith In The Asset? Recent reports show a shift in investors’ sentiment […]
On Monday, Foundry, the world’s largest Bitcoin mining pool, announced a significant reduction in its workforce, laying off approximately 60% of its staff. This decision, confirmed by a report from Blockspace, affects both US and international staff, reducing the company’s headcount from over 250 to around 80-90 employees. Foundry Focuses On Core Business Sources familiar […]
The French government proposes replacing the real estate wealth tax with an “unproductive wealth tax” that targets dormant assets, including cryptocurrencies, luxury goods, and other unused real estate. According to Senator Sylvie Vermeillet, Bitcoin will be classified as a non-productive asset in next year’s national budget. Vermeillet’s proposal is similar to the taxation of luxury […]
As attention shifts to altcoins, Bitcoin (BTC) has experienced a pause in the uptrend that has characterized the past month. Currently trading 3.8% below its record high of $99,540, questions are raised about the sustainability of this growth and the possibility of a correction as the year draws to a close. Investors Flock To Ethereum And XRP Chris Newhouse, director of research at Cumberland Labs, pointed out that while strong institutional buying pressure persists—particularly from companies like MicroStrategy, which continues to accumulate Bitcoin—there is a noticeable shift in capital flows. Newhouse noted that the broader crypto ecosystem is experiencing a “diversification of capital flows” from both institutional and non-institutional participants. This diversification indicates that as Bitcoin stabilizes, investor interest is increasingly shifting to other digital assets, including Ethereum (ETH) and XRP, which had previously lagged behind Bitcoin. Related Reading: XRP Q3 Overview: Key Metrics Suggest A Bright Future For The Third Biggest Crypto Following the victory of President-elect Donald Trump, who has emerged as a crypto advocate, expectations for more favorable US regulations have risen. This has contributed to the massive rally in the XRP price, which has seen a 400% increase in the monthly time frame. This optimism is also reflected in the record monthly net inflows into Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in November, which reached $6.5 billion and $1.1 billion, respectively. Bloomberg data shows that last Friday marked an all-time high for daily Ether ETF subscriptions. $2 Billion Silk Road Bitcoin Moved To Coinbase In the options market, there has been a noticeable increase in downside protection for Bitcoin at later expiries this month. Meanwhile, BTC futures have exhibited moderate leverage, remaining relatively subdued after Bitcoin surpassed the $99,000 mark. According to Vetle Lunde, head of research at K33, on-chain data suggests that traders who purchased BTC in the $55,000 to $70,000 range are now actively realizing profits. “Profit-taking has been particularly intense with BTC trading north of $90,000,” Lunde remarked. Jake Ostrovskis, a trader at Wintermute OTC, observed that “the market has taken a pause over the last 10 days as Bitcoin sits just under $100,000. Volatility levels have compressed slightly, with Bitcoin in the 64th percentile and Ether significantly higher at the 81st.” This volatility compression suggests a cautious sentiment among traders as they assess the market’s next moves, with the potential for a fresh wave of lower support levels to be retested in BTC’s price action, which could jeopardize the $100,000 milestone being reached by the end of the year. Related Reading: CryptoQuant CEO Warns Not To Short XRP Due To Insider Whale Activity Adding to the uncertainty in the market is a recent development reported by NewsBTC on Monday that nearly $2 billion worth of BTC previously confiscated from the Silk Road marketplace has been moved from US government wallets to Coinbase. Such moves often spark speculation among traders, as similar moves by the US government to massively liquidate its holdings contributed to the downtrend in the second and third quarter of the year, when BTC fell over 20% in two consecutive months. At the time of writing, BTC is trading at $94,480, down 0.5% over the past 24 hours. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Despite a notable pause in its upward trend, Bitcoin (BTC) is approaching the landmark $100,000 mark, fueled by expectations of supportive policies for the sector from US President-elect Donald Trump. On Tuesday, the largest digital asset traded above the key $95,000 mark, acting as support for the past 24 hours. This reflects a remarkable surge of over 40% since Trump’s election victory on November 5. Could A National BTC Reserve Become Reality? Trump’s administration is expected to reverse the Biden administration’s stringent regulations on digital assets, which could significantly alter the landscape for cryptocurrencies in the US. The Republican party is already positioning crypto-friendly candidates to lead key regulatory bodies, including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Related Reading: XRP Q3 Overview: Key Metrics Suggest A Bright Future For The Third Biggest Crypto Additionally, discussions within Trump’s transition team have included the potential creation of a dedicated White House position focused on digital-asset policy. President-elect Trump has voiced ambitions to establish the US as the global hub for cryptocurrency, even proposing the concept of a national Bitcoin reserve. However, analysts express skepticism about the practicality of this idea. Jaret Seiberg from TD Cowen noted that while Trump may advocate for a Bitcoin reserve in public forums, it would require significant political capital to implement, especially given his firm stance on maintaining the US dollar’s status as the world’s primary currency. Crypto advocate Paul Atkins is considered a strong candidate to replace outgoing SEC chairman Gary Gensler. The current chair officially announced his resignation last week, effective January 20, the day of Trump’s inauguration. Gensler has played a key role in enforcing compliance in the digital asset space, especially after a tumultuous 2022 that saw a significant market downturn and significant financial losses for investors following the implosion of the once Sam Bankman-led FTX exchange. Political Instability In South Korea Drives Bitcoin Prices Below $72,000 Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, such as XRP and Dogecoin (DOGE), have experienced notable price discrepancies in South Korea due to local political instability. Following the imposition and subsequent rescinding of martial law by President Yoon Suk Yeol, Bitcoin’s price on South Korean exchanges dipped below $72,000 at one point, reflecting heightened risk aversion among investors. Related Reading: CryptoQuant CEO Warns Not To Short XRP Due To Insider Whale Activity However, the overall cryptocurrency market has seen a staggering increase since Trump was declared president-elect, with total market capitalization rising by approximately $1.3 trillion, according to data from CoinGecko. At the time of writing, BTC is trading at $95,840, posting slight losses of 0.2%, but halting the upward trend seen over the past few months. Over the past 8 hours, attention has shifted to altcoins such as BNB, which hit a new record high, and XRP, which is trading just 20% below its all-time high. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Bitcoin prices consolidate near the $95,000 level. BTC must clear the $96,500 resistance zone to attempt a fresh increase in the near term. Bitcoin is holding gains above the $93,500 zone. The price is trading below $96,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There was a break above a short-term bearish trend line with resistance at $96,000 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair could gain bullish momentum if it clears the $96,500 resistance zone. Bitcoin Price Faces Resistance Bitcoin price attempted to clear the $96,500 resistance zone. However, the bears remained in action and BTC corrected lower. There was a move below the $94,500 support zone. The price even spiked below $94,000. A low was formed at $93,565 and the price is now attempting a fresh increase. There was a decent move above the $95,000 level. The price climbed above the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $97,395 swing high to the $93,565 low. There was a break above a short-term bearish trend line with resistance at $96,000 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. Bitcoin price is now trading below $96,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $96,500 level. It is close to the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $97,395 swing high to the $93,565 low. The first key resistance is near the $96,800 level. A clear move above the $96,800 resistance might send the price higher. The next key resistance could be $98,000. A close above the $98,000 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $99,000 resistance level. Any more gains might send the price toward the $100,000 level. Another Drop In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $96,500 resistance zone, it could start another downside correction. Immediate support on the downside is near the $95,500 level. The first major support is near the $95,000 level. The next support is now near the $93,500 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $92,000 support 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 below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $95,500, followed by $93,500. Major Resistance Levels – $96,500, and $98,000.
Bitcoin has started a fresh decline, approaching the crucial $93,257 support level that has proven to be a battleground for bulls lately. Thus, the question remains whether buyers can regain control and defend this level once more. As uncertainty looms, all eyes are on this critical zone, which could determine whether Bitcoin bounces back or faces a deeper downward trajectory. With market volatility increasing, this article aims to delve into BTC’s renewed drop toward the $93,257 support level, assessing the likelihood of a bullish defense at this critical point. It examines technical patterns, market sentiment, and key levels to better gauge Bitcoin’s next price direction. Bitcoin Slides Back Toward $93,257 On the 4-hour chart, BTC exhibits negative sentiment, attempting to drop below the 100-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) as it trends downward, with its sight set at the $93,257 support level. Furthermore, a continued descent to this support suggests that selling pressure is intensifying, and if the support fails to hold, the asset could experience more declines. Also, an analysis of the 4-hour chart shows that the Relative Strength Index (RSI) is currently at 44%, following a failed attempt to break above the 50% mark. This indicates a struggle to sustain upward momentum and points to moderate bearish pressure, suggesting a cautious market sentiment. If the RSI continues to drop, it may signal heightened selling activity. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Is Mirroring The Same Movements From 2023, Here’s What It Means On the daily chart, the crypto giant displays significant downside movement, highlighted by bearish candlesticks after a failed recovery attempt to surge toward its previous high of $99,575. The inability to sustain the previous uptrend implies a lack of buyer confidence and a prevailing pessimistic sentiment in the market. As Bitcoin aims at the $93,257 support level, the pressure from sellers could intensify, raising concerns about the possibility of a breakdown. Finally, the 1-day RSI indicates growing bearish momentum, with the signal line retreating to 62% from the overbought zone. This means that upside pressure is fading, and a shift in market sentiment may be underway. Given that the RSI continues to decline, it could signal a pullback or consolidation, with decreasing buying interest and the potential for bears to take control. Market Sentiment: Bulls Vs. Bears At $93,257 Bitcoin is currently aiming for a retest of the critical $93,257 support level, setting the stage for a battle between bulls and bears. If the bulls manage to defend this key level, BTC could begin to rise again, aiming for its previous high of $99,575. A successful breakout above this level could pave the way for a new all-time high. Related Reading: The Current Correction In Bitcoin Is The Last Before A Major Rally—Here’s Why However, should the bears dominate at this support level, Bitcoin could continue its decline toward the $85,211 mark. A break below this level might trigger more downside, pushing the price toward additional support zones. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from Tradingview.com
Crypto analyst TradingShot had predicted before that the Bitcoin price could rally to as high as $150,000 in this bull run. With the flagship crypto now close to the $100,000 milestone, the analyst has charted Bitcoin’s current price action and provided insights into how the crypto could reach this $150,000 target by 2025. The Current Bitcoin Price Action And Road To $150,000 In a TradingView post, TradingShot stated that the Bitcoin price is now off the 0.786 to 1.0 Fibonacci range, where it consolidated from March 2024 until October 2024. The analyst noted how the breakout in October was largely thanks to the US presidential elections and the euphoria after Donald Trump won. Related Reading: Fantom Price Breakout: Analyst Shares Anatomy Of FTM’s 18,000% Move To $150 By 2025 TradingShot said that the Bitcoin price is only one month outside this range and is already much higher. He noted that last month’s candle was similar to November 2020 and May 2017. Coincidentally, those periods were when the “most aggressive rallies of those bull cycles started.” The crypto stated that the Bitcoin price was at a 71.5° angle between May and December 2017. In the 2021 cycle, Bitcoin was at a 68.5° angle (3° lower) between November 2020 and April 2021. If this happens to be a trend, TradingShot remarked that it is safe to assume that the 2024/2025 parabolic rally could be at a 65.5° angle (-3° from the previous cycle). In line with this, TradingShot said that this gives the Bitcoin price a potential target of $300,000 as early as May 2025 if the crypto records a double top cycle as in 2021. Meanwhile, the crypto analyst asserted that the $150,000 target is “very plausible” from a technical analysis perspective since it is just below the top of a multi-year channel he highlighted on the chart. BTC’s Next Move Still Unclear Amid this bullish prediction for the Bitcoin price, crypto analyst Kevin Capital has suggested that BTC’s move is still unclear. He stated that while Bitcoin has a lot of liquidity to the downside of about $88,000, the real bulk of liquidity is still around the $100,000 to $103,000 range. Based on this, the analyst stated that it is best to sit back and watch what comes next. Meanwhile, crypto analyst Mikybull Crypto has suggested that the Bitcoin price may experience a cooling-off period in the meantime. This came as he revealed that the sell signal has flashed on Bitcoin’s dominance for the first time since 2020. In line with this development, he stated that it is officially altcoin season. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Says Litecoin Is About To Pull An XRP, Here’s What He Means Blockchain center data shows that it is indeed altcoin season. In the last 90 days, 75% of the top 50 coins by market cap have outperformed the Bitcoin price. With this being altcoin season, Bitcoin could cool off while altcoins record parabolic rallies. At the time of writing, the Bitcoin price is trading at around $95,600, down in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com