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Bitcoin prices have returned above $105,000 in the past 24 hours following a sharp price decline on Thursday triggered by macroeconomic pressures. Notably, US President Donald Trump and former political ally Elon Musk had engaged in a public spat which spiked the volatility in a crypto market already undergoing a corrective phase.  Amidst some level of renewed stability in the last two days, popular analytics firm Glassnode has now shared an important on-chain analysis highlighting the presently key price levels in the Bitcoin market.  Related Reading: Can Bitcoin Price Bounce To $120,000 Or Will It Break Below $100,000? Bitcoin Ready For Breakout As Traders Eye $114K And $83K Levels  In an X post on June 7, Glassnode provides an insight on potential Bitcoin price action using the Short-Term Holder (STH) cost basis model, derived from the Work of Cost (WOC) price framework. As the name implies, the STH cost basis represents the average purchased price of all coins belonging to short-term holders i.e. investors who acquired their Bitcoin within the last 155 days.  The STH cost basis is an important market metric as it reflects the risk appetite of newer market participants who are typically the most reactive to price change. It is also a strong indicator of market sentiment with an ability to act as resistance or support depending on the price direction.  According to the data by Glassnode, the current Bitcoin STH cost basis is estimated at $97,100. Using standard deviation bands in this WOC model, Glassnode has further identified the $114,800 price level as the +1STD level of this cost basis and a potentially heated market zone. Considering Bitcoin’s price, this $114,800 price zone represents the next major resistance, a break above which is expected to trigger a massive buying pressure and push the premier cryptocurrency further into uncharted price territory.  Glassnode’s WOC model also identifies the -1STD level at $83,200 to represent a critical support zone in the present bullish structure. A decisive price fall below this level would signal market weakness and is likely to cause a cascade of liquidations and further price corrections.  Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Says This Bitcoin Top Signal Hasn’t Gone Off Yet — What To Know Bitcoin Price Overview  At the time of writing, Bitcoin trades at $105,745 reflecting a 1.07% gain in the last 24 hours. Meanwhile, the asset’s daily trading volume is down by 34.27% and valued at $38.66 billion. Provided Bitcoin continues to consolidate above the STH cost basis at $97,100, there is a valid chance for a market bullish push towards resistance at $114,800. However, a loss of the critical support at $97,100 would points to a retest at $83,200 which holds strong potential bearish consequences. Featured image from iStock, chart from Tradingview

Bitcoin is showing signs of recovery after a brief but sharp dip triggered by recent market turbulence linked to public tensions between Donald Trump and Elon Musk. The price of BTC had dropped to nearly $100,000 during the height of the reaction, but has since rebounded. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $104,891, marking a steady recovery from the 24-hour low. While the broader crypto market continues to digest the fallout, new data suggests that another force, miner activity, is beginning to shape the near-term outlook. Related Reading: Bitcoin Pullback or Setup? On-Chain Metrics Hint at What’s Coming Next Bitcoin Surge in Miner Inflows Could Pressure Price Action According to on-chain analytics published by CryptoQuant contributor CryptoOnchain, Bitcoin miners have dramatically increased the volume of BTC transferred to exchanges. Between May 19 and May 28, miner-to-exchange inflows exceeded $1 billion per day, levels not seen in previous market cycles. These inflows are often viewed as a proxy for miners’ intent to sell, which could influence short-term supply dynamics and introduce added volatility to BTC’s spot market performance. The rise in realized inflows from miners to exchanges is interpreted as a sign of growing sell-side pressure. Since miners are key liquidity providers in the Bitcoin ecosystem, large-scale transfers to exchanges are typically seen as preparations to offload BTC. Historically, spikes in miner outflows have preceded periods of downward price pressure, particularly when they occur alongside fragile market conditions. CryptoOnchain emphasizes that while miner selling isn’t inherently negative, it can impact short-term price stability. As a result, traders and investors often monitor these flows to better assess potential risks. When miner inflows surge, it reflects the sector’s sentiment regarding profitability, operational stress, or anticipated price changes. CryptoOnchain noted: Paying close attention to these inflows—especially during historical peaks like the current phase—can help with risk management and more informed trading decisions. Hash Ribbon Signal Suggests Longer-Term Opportunity Amid rising sell pressure, another indicator is flashing a potential opportunity. CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost noted that Bitcoin’s Hash Ribbons indicator, a metric derived from comparing 30-day and 60-day moving averages of network hashrate, has recently produced a new buy signal. This metric is used to evaluate miner stress and recovery phases, and is generally interpreted as a signal that miners have gone through a period of capitulation and are now stabilizing or recovering. This signal has historically aligned with favorable long-term entry points, except in unique events like China’s 2021 mining ban. While the short-term effects of mining stress may contribute to price weakness, analysts suggest that these periods often set the stage for longer-term rallies. When miner capitulation resolves, it can clear excess supply from the market and establish stronger support levels. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin (BTC) dropped sharply over the past 24 hours, nearing the $100,000 mark with an intraday low of $100,984. This price movement reflects increased volatility across the crypto market following a public exchange on social media between US President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Their clash appears to have triggered a wave of risk-off sentiment among traders. In response, the global crypto market cap slipped 4%, falling from over $3.4 trillion yesterday to $3.33 trillion. Meanwhile, the broader market correction has not gone unnoticed in derivatives data. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Warns: This Bitcoin Bull Cycle Looks Nothing Like 2017 or 2021 Derivative Metrics Reveal Bearish Sentiment Spike According to CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost, the Binance net taker volume, a metric that measures the difference between aggressive longs and shorts, fell dramatically from $20 million to -$135 million in under eight hours. This signals a sharp pivot in sentiment, as traders rushed to hedge or speculate on downside risk in response to the unfolding news. Darkfost emphasized that this was the largest intraday net taker volume reversal observed on Binance this year. The abrupt shift reflects how quickly sentiment can change when macro-level narratives or influential figures dominate headlines. In this case, the market responded swiftly to perceived uncertainty, leading to a concentration of short positions and significant selling pressure. The situation also led to a notable change in BTC perpetual futures funding rates. Funding on Binance turned negative after briefly trending toward positive territory, dropping from +0.003 to below -0.004. This indicates that short sellers were willing to pay a premium to maintain bearish positions, underscoring rising fear and potentially overextended downside bets. ????When Funding rates turns negative. ???? Buying or considering a long position is often wise when funding rates turn highly negative, especially if the price starts to trend upward. This typically signals a disbelief sentiment among traders, creating strong contrarian… pic.twitter.com/LGyHU9uNNK — Darkfost (@Darkfost_Coc) June 6, 2025 Bitcoin Past Patterns Suggest Potential for Reversal Historically, deeply negative funding rates have been followed by strong recoveries in Bitcoin’s price. Darkfost noted three previous events where similar funding shifts led to large rallies: October 2023 (BTC surged from $28,000 to $73,000), September 2024 (from $57,000 to $108,000), and May 2025 (from $97,000 to $111,000). Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Key Investors Double Down, Buy Another 79,000 BTC While not guaranteed, these patterns suggest that extreme pessimism can sometimes signal market turning points. The only recent exception occurred in March 2025 following trade tariff announcements, which led to a continued decline. Still, many traders are watching closely for signs of a short squeeze, where price rebounds force short sellers to cover, amplifying upward momentum. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TreadingView

The Ethereum (ETH) price experienced a significant decline on Thursday, falling over 7% and approaching the $2,400 mark. However, expert analysis suggests that a new bullish trend may soon emerge for the second-largest cryptocurrency.  Key Metrics Indicate Accumulation By Larger Investors Market analyst Lark Davis took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to share insights on Ethereum’s potential. He noted that various on-chain metrics and market behaviors indicate an impending breakout for the ETH price.  Notably, Ethereum has been outperforming Bitcoin (BTC) in the second quarter of the year, suggesting growing investor confidence. The recent Pectra upgrade has improved Ethereum’s scalability and reduced its inflation rate, making it more attractive to investors.  Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Crash To $100,00 Loading: Next Targets Revealed As Bears Take Over Additionally, the expert highlights that with exchange balances hitting seven-year lows and substantial inflows into Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), it appears that larger investors are accumulating ETH for the long term. Despite these bullish indicators, Davis cautioned that not all market participants share this optimistic outlook. Betting markets on Polymarket currently assign only a 27% chance that Ethereum will reach a new all-time high by 2025.  Critical Support For Ethereum Amid Political Disputes The broader cryptocurrency market also faced challenges on Thursday, with total market capitalization dropping from $3.30 trillion to approximately $3.12 trillion. Bitcoin, XRP, and Solana (SOL) were among the notable cryptocurrencies experiencing losses, retracing by 3%, 5%, and 6%, respectively. In a separate but related development, tensions between US President Donald Trump and his former adviser Elon Musk have surfaced, adding to the day’s market volatility.  Trump expressed disappointment over Musk’s criticism of a key tax and spending bill from his administration, suggesting that their “great relationship” may be nearing its end. Musk retaliated by accusing Trump of ingratitude, claiming his support was instrumental in Trump’s election victory.  Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Warns: This Bitcoin Bull Cycle Looks Nothing Like 2017 or 2021 This public dispute has drawn attention to the intersection of US politics and cryptocurrency, a dynamic that market analyst Income Sharks noted in a recent post on Elon Musk’s social media site, X.  The analyst remarked on the swift impact of political conflicts on crypto markets, emphasizing that the Ethereum price has not yet lost critical support levels.  Income Sharks, in his analysis, identified the $2,390 mark as a crucial support point for the altcoin in the immediate term, which could determine the next upward targets of $3,000 and $4,000. While trading at $2,406 when writing, Ethereum finds itself well below its all-time high reached during the market’s last bullish cycle in 2021. As of now, the altcoin stands 50% below its record of $4,878, according to CoinGecko data. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com 

Shares of Circle Internet Group, the issuer of the market’s second-largest stablecoin, USDC, experienced a remarkable surge on Thursday, skyrocketing 168% as the company made its debut on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).  Circle’s IPO Exceeds Expectations Circle’s stock opened at $69, well above its IPO pricing of $31. Throughout the day, the shares reached a peak of $103.75, showcasing strong investor enthusiasm.  The IPO was priced late Wednesday, exceeding the anticipated range of $27 to $28, and substantially outpacing an earlier range of $24 to $26. This pricing strategy valued the company at approximately $6.8 billion before trading commenced. Related Reading: Messari Flags XRP’s Silent Rise As A Treasury Favorite—Here’s Why By the end of the trading session, Circle’s trading volume reached about 46 million shares, far surpassing the number of freely floating shares available. This impressive performance positions Circle alongside other cryptocurrency firms like Coinbase, Mara Holdings, and Riot Platforms as a notable player in the US market. CEO Jeremy Allaire emphasized the importance of building relationships with governments and policymakers, stating, “To realize our vision, we needed to forge relationships with governments… it’s got to work in mainstream society and you need to have those rules of the road.”  Allaire highlighted Circle’s commitment to compliance and transparency, which he believes has contributed to the company’s success in a challenging regulatory environment. Could Higher Prices Follow For Future Listings? The strong debut of Circle’s IPO could signal a shift in how institutional investors approach upcoming listings, potentially leading to higher initial public offering prices for future offerings. Notable companies preparing for IPOs include Omada Health, which is pricing on Thursday, and Klarna, a fintech firm set to list next week. While Circle’s IPO share price initially set its market value at $6.1 billion—below its last private market valuation of $7.7 billion from 2021—Thursday’s trading surge adjusted that figure.  Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Warns: This Bitcoin Bull Cycle Looks Nothing Like 2017 or 2021 By the close of trading, Circle’s market capitalization, excluding employee options, stood at an impressive $16.7 billion. The company successfully raised approximately $1.1 billion through the offering. Circle’s journey to this point has been marked by challenges, including its previous attempt to go public. Circle’s previous attempt to go public via a merger was with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), which collapsed in late 2022 due to regulatory hurdles.  The company’s largest outside shareholders include General Catalyst and IDG Capital, holding approximately 8.9% and 8.8% of all stock, respectively. Other significant backers such as Accel, Breyer Capital, and Oak Investment Partners continue to support Circle’s vision in the evolving crypto marketplace. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com 

TRON (TRX) has experienced relatively stable price movement over the past week, fluctuating within a narrow range between $0.276 and $0.272. At the time of writing, the token is trading at $0.2729, reflecting a weekly decline of approximately 1.5%. However, zooming out reveals a broader uptrend, with TRX gaining nearly 12% over the past month, indicating growing market interest amid a backdrop of increased on-chain activity. An assessment of TRON’s network-level data suggests the blockchain is experiencing a surge in usage. According to a recent analysis published on CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform by contributor Darkfost, daily transaction volume on the TRON network has crossed the 8 million mark, a notable increase from earlier this year. This growth in network transactions is considered a critical indicator of underlying demand and user engagement, which could influence market sentiment around the asset. Related Reading: TRON Activity Hits All-Time High, Is a TRX Price Breakout Coming? Transaction Volume and Address Activity Show Strong Network Engagement Darkfost noted that TRON’s monthly average for daily transactions has seen consistent growth, with recent data showing a roughly 2 million increase in average daily transactions since February. The network is now processing over 8 million transactions per day, marking a more than 30% rise over the past four months. Importantly, a large share of these transactions is occurring outside centralized exchanges, pointing to the growing utility of the blockchain for peer-to-peer transfers and decentralized application (dApp) usage. This shift away from centralized platforms may reflect increased interest in TRON’s native ecosystem services and its competitive yield offerings. As more users interact directly with the network, transaction-based liquidity grows, which can contribute to stronger economic activity across the TRON protocol. Darkfost emphasized that this trend of non-exchange transactions is a positive signal for the blockchain’s real-world usage and investor adoption. TRON Active Address Metrics Reach New Highs In a separate update, CryptoQuant analyst Cryptoonchain highlighted that both the 50-day and 100-day moving averages for active addresses on the TRON network have hit their highest levels to date. This sustained rise in active wallet participation suggests a growing user base that is consistently interacting with the blockchain. While TRX’s price has not fully kept pace with the uptick in address activity, historical trends suggest that increased user engagement often precedes upward price movement. Related Reading: Analyst Explains Reason Behind Tron Price Sluggishness — Are TRX Bears Now In Control? The correlation between active address growth and price performance continues to be an area of interest. With momentum building across multiple on-chain indicators, there is a likelihood that TRON may be positioned for further gains if current trends hold. Analysis of Daily Active Addresses and TRX Price on Tron Network – All-Time Highs in Moving Averages “Historically, changes in active address trends tend to precede major price movements.” – By @CryptoOnchain pic.twitter.com/7QXqP6g1Gh — CryptoQuant.com (@cryptoquant_com) June 4, 2025 Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin’s price continues to show signs of consolidation following its all-time high of over $111,000 recorded in May. At the time of writing, the asset is trading at $104,851, down 0.3% in the past 24 hours and roughly 6.3% below its recent peak. This period of relative price stability comes amid cautious sentiment across the broader crypto market, as analysts examine whether the current bull cycle is beginning to shift gears or simply experiencing a temporary pause. CryptoQuant contributor Crypto Dan has released a comparative analysis of current and past market cycles, noting several distinct behaviors in Bitcoin’s recent price action. Drawing parallels to the bull runs of 2017 and 2021, Dan suggests that while similarities exist, the current cycle has developed unique characteristics. These changes could signal a different structure in how the market plays out, particularly in terms of timing and investor participation. Related Reading: Bitcoin Scarcity May Spark Explosive Surge, Bank Study Shows Comparing Bitcoin Cycles: 2024–2025 Diverges from Historical Patterns According to Dan, previous cycles saw more predictable corrections and rallies. In 2017, Bitcoin experienced relatively short corrections before entering a prolonged rally that concluded in late December of that year. The 2021 cycle, affected early on by the COVID-19 pandemic, featured a longer initial correction before a strong upward surge. In both cases, once Bitcoin gained momentum, corrections became less frequent and shorter in duration. The current cycle, spanning 2024–2025, has so far been marked by alternating strong rallies and sudden declines, often occurring over short timeframes. These patterns have dampened broader market sentiment, particularly during periods when altcoins significantly underperformed Bitcoin. Dan posits that these repeated pullbacks may not be purely organic. Instead, they could indicate intentional suppression by large players aiming to extend the cycle’s duration and prevent overheating. If this interpretation holds, the bull cycle could end not with a gradual fade, but a sharp spike driven by euphoric buying behavior. Retail Activity Declines as Institutions Drive Market Structure A separate analysis by CryptoQuant’s Burak Kesmeci focuses on the behavior of retail investors since Bitcoin hit its $111,000 high in late May. Data shows that retail transfer volumes,  transactions valued between $0 and $10,000, have decreased from $423 million to $408 million. Additionally, the 30-day change in retail demand has slipped into negative territory, shifting from +5 points to -0.11 points. This reduction in retail activity suggests that smaller investors remain sensitive to short-term volatility, stepping back in response to recent price corrections. Related Reading: The Last Bitcoin Cycle? Swan Says History’s Turning Kesmeci argues that for the bull cycle to sustain momentum, consistent participation from retail segments is crucial. At present, institutional interest appears to be the primary source of demand. The divergence between these two investor classes may shape how the next leg of Bitcoin’s market cycle develops. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin is experiencing a short-term price decline. In the past 24 hours, the asset has fallen by approximately 9.3% to a trading value of $105,062. This pullback places Bitcoin roughly 8% below its all-time high recorded last month. The dip comes amid broader market volatility, but on-chain indicators and exchange data suggest deeper structural trends that may influence the next phase of Bitcoin’s price trajectory. Recent market analysis points to renewed accumulation among long-term holders, a spike in exchange withdrawals, and rising spot trading activity on Binance. These developments are being interpreted as signals of underlying strength despite recent price weakness. CryptoQuant contributor Amr Taha has provided a detailed breakdown of these emerging patterns, offering a perspective on how long-term dynamics may be shaping Bitcoin’s current market behavior. Related Reading: Bitcoin 3–5 Year Holders Slow Selloff—Waiting for Higher Prices? Binance Trading Volume Rises, Long-Term Holders Accumulate Since early June, Binance has seen its share of Bitcoin spot trading volume increase from 26% to 35%, positioning it more firmly as the dominant platform in the market. This increase in trading activity has occurred as Bitcoin approaches and tests key price levels. According to Taha, this surge may indicate renewed interest from retail and institutional traders alike, particularly as volatility draws more short-term market participants to major exchanges. In addition to exchange volume shifts, on-chain data reveals growing confidence among long-term Bitcoin holders. The Long-Term Holder (LTH) Net Position Realized Cap, a metric that reflects the value of coins held by entities with a holding period of over 155 days, has returned above $20 billion. Historically, this type of accumulation pattern has preceded periods of price expansion, as long-term investors tend to hold through corrections and avoid frequent selling. The rise in LTH realized cap suggests these entities are not exiting positions during this market dip, which may reduce available supply and support future upward movement. Bitcoin Large Exchange Withdrawals Signal Tightening Supply Beyond trading activity and holder behavior, Taha pointed out that another notable trend is emerging on centralized exchanges. Over a two-day period, Kraken and Bitfinex recorded net Bitcoin outflows exceeding 20,000 BTC, among the largest short-term withdrawals in recent months. Such movements are often interpreted as signals of investors shifting assets into self-custody, possibly in anticipation of long-term holding or strategic redeployment. Related Reading: Bitcoin Could Go ‘Bananas’ If Price Closes Above This Level, Top Analyst Says Combined, the rise in Binance’s market share, increased LTH accumulation, and exchange outflows present a picture of a market undergoing structural positioning rather than widespread exit activity. While the short-term price trend reflects a pullback from recent highs, the simultaneous withdrawal of supply and steady long-term holder confidence could act as foundational elements for potential future growth. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Magic Eden, a non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace, has announced a partnership with the team behind President Donald Trump’s memecoin to create an official “TRUMP-branded cryptocurrency wallet.”  This new product, aptly named the TRUMP Wallet, will not only feature Trump’s likeness and name but will also support trading of the TRUMP token alongside other digital assets, including Bitcoin (BTC). TRUMP Wallet Opens Waitlist Amid Controversy  The waitlist for the TRUMP Wallet opened on Tuesday at TrumpWallet.com, with a broader launch expected later this summer, as confirmed by a spokesperson from Magic Eden.  In a promotional push, the project is being marketed as “the first and only crypto wallet for true Trump fans,” enticing users with the opportunity to share in $1 million worth of the memecoin rewards. Those who sign up and refer friends will be able to enhance their position on the waitlist. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Says XRP Community Should Pay Attention To June 4-6, Here’s Why Interestingly, Eric Trump, who has been involved in various cryptocurrency initiatives linked to his father, expressed surprise at the project. He took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to assert, “I run @Trump and I know nothing about this project!” In a follow up social media post, Eric further said: This project is not authorized by @Trump. @MagicEden I would be extremely careful using our name in a project that has not been approved and is unknown to anyone in our organization.  KYC Details Still Unclear The announcement was shared by the official TrumpMeme account, but further details about the partnership, including terms of revenue-sharing and potential Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements for users, remain unclear.  This initiative is part of a larger strategy to boost engagement in Trump-related cryptocurrency ventures, which have been gaining momentum in recent months.  The Presidential family’s expanding crypto portfolio already encompasses a variety of digital assets, including non-fungible tokens, a stablecoin, a decentralized finance platform with its own virtual token, and memecoins named after both Donald Trump and the First Lady. Related Reading: Is $250K Bitcoin Possible This Year? This Research Chief Thinks So Magic Eden’s CEO recently attended a fundraiser dinner hosted by Trump for previous winners of a TRUMP coin contest, further solidifying the ties between the two entities. It appears that the TRUMP Wallet will be built on the Slingshot Finance platform, a self-custodial trading application acquired by Magic Eden in April.  Slingshot is known for featuring various meme tokens, such as Bonk Inu (BONK) and Fartcoin (FARTCOIN), and does not directly collect user identity information; instead, this is managed by MoonPay, the app’s fiat on-ramp provider. When writing, the official memecoin launched by the President’s team trades at $11, recording losses of 12% and 21% on the seven and fourteen days time frame respectively.  Featured image from NBC, chart from TradingView.com

As the Bitcoin (BTC) price stabilizes 5% below its all-time high of $111,800, which was reached last week, predictions of further price declines have emerged. More surprisingly, one expert claims that all of BTC’s history is a “staged illusion,” which could cause it to dip toward the $10,000 mark for the first time in nearly five years. Expert Alleges Bitcoin’s Rise As ‘Largest Bubble In History’ Jacob King, the CEO of the news aggregator Whale Whire, took to social media to assert that Bitcoin’s trajectory is a carefully constructed illusion, designed to convey a sense of institutional commitment and government endorsement, thereby fostering the illusion of a thriving market driven by authentic demand.  King’s bold claim characterized Bitcoin’s current state as the “largest bubble in human history,” poised to unfold as a monumental financial scandal. Of course, this is only King’s opinion based on his analysis. Related Reading: XRP Sell-Off Rumors Swirl After Expert Questions Ripple’s War Chest The narrative King presented delves into the web of interconnected entities that allegedly manipulate the cryptocurrency market. Drawing attention to the case of El Salvador’s purported Bitcoin investment, King highlighted discrepancies in the narrative, alleging that a significant portion of the country’s Bitcoin reserves had not been acquired through legitimate means but rather transferred from Bitfinex and Tether.  This alleged manipulation, according to King, extends to the very core of the industry, with entities like Tether orchestrating alleged schemes to bolster liquidity and fabricate a façade of institutional backing. Alleged Bitcoin Market Manipulations The unraveling of these alleged machinations, as per King’s assertions, casts doubt on the authenticity of Bitcoin’s growth and the legitimacy of the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem.  King’s narrative underscores a network of “intertwined interests,” where figures like Michael Saylor, founder of the Bitcoin proxy firm Strategy (previously MicroStrategy),  are depicted as integral players perpetuating a cycle of “leverage and speculation” rather than genuine investment in BTC. Furthermore, King’s reflections extend to the role of stablecoins like Tether’s USDT in propping up the Bitcoin market, creating a “fragile ecosystem” wherein the value of stablecoins could potentially surpass that of traditional fiat currencies.  Related Reading: Stablecoins Ignite Record-Breaking May, Supply Jumps To $244B – Data The intricate interplay between Tether’s activities and Bitcoin’s stability, according to King, forms a precarious foundation susceptible to collapse in the face of regulatory scrutiny and diminishing institutional interest. All around, King issued a stark warning about a potential nosedive in Bitcoin’s value, suggesting that the cryptocurrency might plunge towards the $10,000 threshold for the first time in almost half a decade.  Expressing skepticism regarding the sustainability of Bitcoin’s current price levels, King portrayed a market on the verge of a substantial correction. If this ominous forecast materializes, it would signify a profound shift in Bitcoin’s valuation, departing from the lofty peaks it has recently scaled. As of this writing, the market’s leading cryptocurrency trades at $105,788, recording a 3% retrace in the weekly time frame. Still, Bitcoin holds to gains of over 52% in the year-to-date period.  Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com 

Bitcoin’s price is still struggling to regain its upward momentum following the establishment of a new all-time high above $111,000 last week. Today, Bitcoin trades below $106,000 with a current trading price of $105,381, marking a 1.2% increase in the past day and a 5.8% decrease from its peak. The current movement suggests a cooling-off period as traders and analysts monitor for potential market reentry points. Despite the price retreat, the mood across the market remains relatively stable, with the Crypto Fear & Greed Index still hovering in the neutral zone. This suggests that the market is yet to enter the euphoric stage typically associated with aggressive buying sprees. While the immediate trend appears sideways, analysts are beginning to highlight certain technical and on-chain signals that may shape Bitcoin’s short-term trajectory. Related Reading: Bitcoin Warning Signs? Long-Term Holders Exit While Retail Buyers Rush In Bitcoin Short-Term Investors Watch $96.7K as Critical Support A recent assessment by an on-chain contributor to CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform, known as abramchart, identifies $96,700 as a crucial level of interest. This figure aligns with the average acquisition price for short-term holders, making it a potential rebound zone if Bitcoin experiences a further dip. According to the analyst, this support may serve as a trigger point for renewed buying interest should a correction continue to unfold. Additionally, rising Bitcoin dominance is placing pressure on alternative cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum. The analyst notes that corrections in Bitcoin often redirect capital away from altcoins, potentially weakening their short-term performance. In this context, the broader crypto market may experience liquidity fragmentation until Bitcoin reestablishes directional clarity. Abrahchart wrote: If liquidity is available, it is advisable to wait and observe market movements, with the possibility of entering new positions after the anticipated correction completes. Accumulation Activity Suggests Institutional Involvement In a separate insight shared on CryptoQuant, another analyst, Mignolet, highlights a notable relationship between movements in Bitfinex’s Bitcoin reserves and price action. Historically, declining reserves on Bitfinex have often preceded upward trends in Bitcoin’s price, suggesting these outflows may signal increased accumulation. On the latest occasion, around 24,000 BTC were transferred to two wallets, one of which has been officially identified by Bitfinex and Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino as belonging to 21 Capital (XXI), a Tether-backed entity. The second wallet involved in receiving 14,000 BTC was not formally disclosed, but timing and transaction behavior suggest a similar purpose. Unlike earlier transactions often linked to cold storage adjustments, these movements appear to reflect strategic acquisitions. Related Reading: Analyst Suggests Altcoin Recovery May Follow Bitcoin’s Final Cycle Stage—Here’s Why This level of accumulation, particularly by a known Tether-affiliated entity, adds another dimension to Bitcoin’s current price narrative. As institutional players position themselves, retail participants may find additional confirmation of long-term interest in the asset despite short-term fluctuations. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin (BTC) has experienced a noticeable retracement after recently achieving a record high above $111,000 last month. Currently priced at $104,115, the cryptocurrency has declined approximately 5.2% in the past 7 days, marking roughly a 7% drop from its peak price. This sudden decrease has sparked considerable attention among market participants, who closely observe potential signals that might clarify Bitcoin’s next move. A recent analysis from CryptoQuant contributor Crazzyblockk has shed some light on the internal dynamics influencing this price action. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Price Sees Drop as Altcoin Traders Face Increased Pressure Binance’s Dominance and Its Market Implications In his report, titled “Divergence of Binance Taker Buy/Sell Behavior From Other CEXs — Sellers Outnumber Buyers on the Market’s Main Venue,” the analyst provides detailed insights into recent trading behaviors observed across major cryptocurrency exchanges, with a particular emphasis on Binance. The analysis highlighted a divergence between Binance and other major centralized exchanges (CEXs). While a brief spike in overall buying activity was recorded across various exchanges, Binance, which accounts for around 60% of global Bitcoin spot trading volume, exhibited a contrasting scenario. Data revealed a significant tilt towards selling, with Binance’s Taker Buy/Sell ratio falling below 1.0. This indicates a clear preference among Binance traders to sell rather than purchase Bitcoin, in contrast to the net-buy behavior observed elsewhere. Given Binance’s considerable market share, this divergence is notable. Binance’s trading volume and futures open interest typically guide broader market sentiment and price discovery. Historical data support this correlation, as past events where Binance’s market behavior diverged from other exchanges, such as in February 2024 and August 2023, resulted in notable Bitcoin price corrections of between 5% and 10% shortly thereafter. Bitcoin Current Market Dynamics and Near-Term Expectations Notably, the latest metrics illustrate Binance’s Taker Buy/Sell ratio hovering around 0.98, representing approximately a 12% decline over the past week and a 25% decline over the past month. Despite a brief surge in overall market buying activity across exchanges, with the aggregate Taker Buy/Sell ratio peaking at about 1.35, Binance’s bearish stance has dampened this bullish signal, causing the broader indicator to revert downward rapidly. Related Reading: Bitcoin Tipped For $340,000 Target If This Support Level Holds – Details This scenario suggests the possibility of heightened market volatility in the short term. The dominance of Binance’s trading behaviors potentially amplifies the effects of this selling pressure through futures market funding rates, which can intensify market moves. In conclusion, the CryptoQuant analyst wrote: Because the largest liquidity pool is net-selling, today’s aggregate uptick risks turning into a bull trap. Unless Binance’s Taker Buy/Sell flips decisively above 1.05—and stays there—expect heightened volatility and a greater probability of a near-term price decline as broader sentiment realigns with the market leader’s flows. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

One analyst said the longer-term outlook remains optimistic, with a possibility for a renewed push towards $115,000.

Although the past 24 hours have been characterized by heavy selloffs, Bitcoin is still currently holding above the $100,000 level, trading around $103,700 as of the time of writing. Notably, signs of exhaustion are also beginning to surface for Bitcoin, especially in the past 48 hours. While long-term indicators suggest a bullish continuation for the Bitcoin price, short-term models indicate a breakdown of bullish strength, particularly as the cryptocurrency approaches the critical $100,000 support zone.  Related Reading: $10 Million Fix? SUI Network Moves Fast After Cetus Exploit Scare This sentiment is relayed by popular crypto analyst Willy Woo, who shared the good and bad news based on Bitcoin’s current technicals. Good News: A Bullish Long-Term Signal Still Intact According to Woo, one of the strongest long-term signals, the Bitcoin Risk Signal, is currently trending downwards. This drop indicates that buy-side liquidity is currently dominant in the long-term environment, setting the stage for another strong leg upward. The lower the risk reading, the safer it is to hold or accumulate Bitcoin, and this signal’s current decline shows a relatively low-risk environment for long-term investors. Woo noted that this long-term setup is intact, and with Bitcoin trading well above the psychological six-figure mark, the momentum is still in favor of the bulls in the long term. At the time of writing, the local risk model, as shown in the chart below, is currently in the mid-range, having declined from peak levels in early 2025, and is expected to continue trending downwards. In another analysis, Willy Woo noted the next significant move could push it above $114,000 and trigger liquidations of short positions. Bad News For Bitcoin Price Although the long-term picture is still favorable, the short-term models, including the Speculation and SOPR (Spent Output Profit Ratio) metrics, are flashing caution. Using this indicator, Woo noted that the strength of the rally from $75,000 to $112,000 has started to weaken, especially with flat capital inflow in the past three days.  Keeping this in mind, Bitcoin’s price action this week is critical. “If we do not get follow through, then we will be up for another consolidation period,” the analyst said. If spot buying fails to pick up strongly in the coming week, which is the first week of June, especially with U.S. markets reopening after a long weekend, there will be a chance for a bearish pivot. The good and bad news can be summed up as follows: if buying pressure opens up quickly, Bitcoin could break above $114,000 and head toward the next major liquidity zone between $118,000 and $120,000. Failure to push higher could confirm bearish divergences and set the stage for another round of consolidation. Related Reading: $400K Bitcoin? Analyst Says It’s Not A Dream—It’s ‘Coded’ At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at 103,700, down by 1.5% and 3.9% in the past 24 hours and seven days, respectively. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

Ethereum’s price action has demonstrated a pullback in recent days, reacting to broader market cues, including geopolitical developments. As of the time of writing, the asset is trading at $2,621, marking a 3.2% decline over the last 24 hours. The drop follows recent reports of a federal court reinstating US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, which appear to have triggered a brief wave of risk-off sentiment across the crypto asset space. Despite this short-term weakness, ETH remains up approximately 45% over the past month, supported by momentum built earlier in the quarter. Related Reading: Ethereum Spot Premium Signals Strength – $2,800 Resistance In Focus Large Ethereum Inflows to Binance Spark Caution This latest pullback coincides with a notable increase in on-chain activity, particularly surrounding Ethereum transfers to exchanges. On May 27, an unusually large transfer of ETH was observed moving to Binance, a trend that has caught the attention of a CryptoQuant analyst monitoring potential profit-taking behavior. Parallel to this, Bitcoin’s Net Unrealized Profit/Loss (NUPL) metric has reached a key level historically associated with market cooling phases, hinting that broader sentiment may be at a transitional point. According to CryptoQuant contributor Amr Taha, Ethereum experienced a substantial net inflow of approximately 385,000 ETH to Binance beginning on May 27. This marks one of the largest daily exchange inflows for the asset in recent months. Exchange inflows of this magnitude are often interpreted as signals of increased selling intent, particularly when driven by larger holders or institutional entities. The movement of such a high volume of ETH to a centralized exchange may reflect preparations for liquidity provision or anticipated market volatility. At the same time, Bitcoin’s NUPL, a metric that calculates the difference between unrealized profits and losses relative to market cap, has approached the 0.6 threshold. Historically, this level has acted as a pivot point where investors begin realizing gains, typically leading to price consolidation or downward pressure. Previous occurrences in early March and late 2024 saw NUPL at similar levels, followed by pullbacks in Bitcoin’s price, which also influenced broader market direction. Signals Suggest Potential Consolidation Phase Taken together, these developments present key indicators that market participants are adjusting their positions amid heightened uncertainty. Taha emphasized that while not definitive sell signals, the 385,000 ETH inflow to Binance and the NUPL’s rise to 0.6 are noteworthy. In prior cycles, similar patterns coincided with phases where investors reduced exposure or rotated assets. As ETH remains near local highs, the potential for short-term correction or sideways movement cannot be dismissed. Related Reading: Ethereum Market Outlook: Technical Indicators Signal Possible Continuation of Uptrend Taha concluded that investors may consider monitoring exchange inflows alongside NUPL and other on-chain metrics to better gauge sentiment shifts. Additionally, developments in regulatory or macroeconomic narratives, such as US trade policies or broader equity market behavior, could further influence crypto price dynamics. While Ethereum continues to demonstrate long-term strength, recent signals point to a phase of caution and strategic reassessment in the near term. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin’s recent upward trajectory has encountered resistance after reaching a record-breaking peak of over $111,000 last week. Following this new all-time high, Bitcoin has retraced approximately 4% in the past seven days, bringing its current trading price down to $105,485. This represents a daily decline of 1.8%, reflecting cautious market sentiment and potential profit-taking among traders. In light of these recent price movements, a CryptoQuant analyst has been closely observing market dynamics, particularly concerning the launch of the Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). A detailed analysis provided by Joao Wedson, a contributor to CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform, has shed new light on the liquidation trends observed in Bitcoin compared to other cryptocurrencies, also known as altcoins. Related Reading: This Chart Warns Bitcoin’s Momentum May Be Running Out, Here’s Why Liquidation Disparity Between Bitcoin and Altcoins Since the launch of the Bitcoin ETF, market behaviors have demonstrated a notable divergence between Bitcoin and altcoin liquidations. According to Wedson, Bitcoin liquidations on Binance have predominantly involved short positions, indicating traders who bet against Bitcoin were systematically liquidated during its recent price rise. Specifically, the Cumulative Liquidation Delta (CLD) showed short liquidations surpassing longs by approximately $190 million. This suggests market participants holding bearish positions were compelled to exit as Bitcoin’s value surged, pushing the price further upward. In stark contrast, altcoins have experienced a markedly different scenario. During the same period, altcoins faced nearly $1 billion more in long liquidations compared to shorts. This liquidation imbalance indicates that traders betting on a broad altcoin recovery faced substantial losses. The sustained downward pressure on altcoins reveals the failure of expectations surrounding an “Altseason,” a period when alternative cryptocurrencies typically outperform BTC. Implications of Market Asymmetry The distinct patterns in liquidations between BTC and altcoins reflect critical shifts in investor risk sentiment and leverage usage. BTC’s favorable price performance primarily impacted traders with bearish outlooks, forcing the liquidation of short positions and contributing to a bullish market perception. Conversely, the altcoin sector’s persistent price declines have led to widespread liquidation of bullish positions, highlighting the misalignment between trader expectations and actual market behavior. According to Wedson, since December 2024, this liquidation asymmetry has widened considerably, underscoring a shift in market focus. Investors have increasingly viewed BTC as a safer or more reliable bet amidst broader market uncertainty, while altcoins have suffered due to heightened leverage and speculative positioning. Related Reading: Bitcoin Surges With Low Retail Interest – Is A Second Wave Coming? This trend has intensified following the ETF’s approval, as traders appear more confident betting on Bitcoin’s stability and growth potential compared to the volatility and unpredictability of the altcoin market. Moving forward, the current market conditions suggest that investors may continue to approach Bitcoin with measured optimism while maintaining a cautious stance toward altcoins. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Ripple’s chairman Chris Larsen praised the crypto network’s move toward greener energy this week. He spoke after Ripple handed over the “Skull of Satoshi” artwork at the 2025 Bitcoin conference. Larsen said the gift was a way to recognize progress and to build a better rapport between the two camps. Related Reading: $400K Bitcoin? Analyst Says It’s Not A Dream—It’s ‘Coded’ Ripple Bridges A Divide According to posts on X, Larsen funded the “Change the Code, Not the Climate” campaign entirely on his own back in 2023. He spent six figures to back Canadian artist Benjamin Von Wong’s piece, which urged Bitcoin to swap its energy-guzzling proof-of-work system for something kinder to the planet. The plan didn’t pan out as he had hoped. Still, Larsen seemed upbeat about moving past that setback. He made clear Ripple itself didn’t put any cash into the drive. In early 2023 when I funded the “Change the Code” campaign, my goal was to see if there was a way to turn Bitcoin into an accelerator for direct air capture. The campaign didn’t work, and that’s ok! Note – Ripple did not fund this campaign. Bitcoin’s energy transition in the… https://t.co/qIcadDtzDu — Chris Larsen (@chrislarsensf) May 28, 2025 Bitcoin’s Shift To Renewables Based on reports from the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance, about 50% of Bitcoin’s power now comes from renewable sources. That includes wind, hydropower and even nuclear energy. Miners have also tapped into waste gas projects, turning flared natural gas into fuel for their rigs. Five years ago, those numbers were far smaller. Today, the shift shows that Bitcoin can clean up its act without rewriting its code. Special guest at Bitcoin 2025 – the Skull of Satoshi, donated by @Ripple to the Bitcoin community. The Skull will now have a permanent home at the Bitcoin Museum in Nashville. pic.twitter.com/Eo3kNqRvGp — The Bitcoin Conference (@TheBitcoinConf) May 28, 2025 Skull Of Satoshi Donation At yesterday’s conference, Ripple formally handed the skull sculpture to the wider Bitcoin community. The gesture was more than a photo-op. It signaled that Ripple wants to ease the tension between XRP supporters and Bitcoin purists. In the past, the two groups have sparred over fees, speed and now environmental impact. By giving away an artwork meant to spark debate, Ripple is saying, “Let’s talk, not fight.” Call For A United Crypto Front Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse joined in the show of goodwill. He called on all crypto players to pull together. He urged regulators to carve out clearer rules, and asked industry insiders to focus on serving the unbanked. Garlinghouse stressed that XRP and Bitcoin fans have more in common than they might think. He said it’s time to unite against outside pressures, like tightening regulations and market skepticism. Related Reading: Tether’s 2-Year, $5 Billion Investment Blitz Fuels US Companies: CEO Looking ahead, Ripple’s move could set a tone for how rival networks interact. It proves that even tough critics can find common ground. And it suggests that big art—and big ideas—can help bridge divides. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

Bitcoin is currently trading above $107,000 following a recent peak that saw the asset touch a new all-time high above $111,000. Although this marks a 3.9% drop from its highest level, the broader monthly trend remains positive, with BTC still recording a gain of over 10% in the last 30 days. The market, however, has shifted its attention from price movement to on-chain dynamics, particularly the behavior of new and long-term holders. Related Reading: Bitcoin Surges With Low Retail Interest – Is A Second Wave Coming? Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Selling, New Entrants Still Cautious On-chain analyst Avocado Onchain, writing on CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform, examined Unspent Transaction Output (UTXO) data to assess investor trends during this stage of the cycle. In a post titled “UTXO Age Band Analysis: Sluggish Inflow of New Investors May Limit Bitcoin’s Upside,” he explored whether BTC’s continued rally can be sustained without fresh capital inflows from newer market participants. His findings suggest that while older coins are being sold, the inflow of newer investors remains low, a factor that has historically limited momentum in previous cycles. The UTXO age distribution reveals that a significant portion of the BTC supply remains with holders who have kept their assets for over six months. The 6–12 month age band has increased, suggesting a large share of market participants still fall into the mid- to long-term holding category. Historically, when the proportion of these holders started to shrink, it often preceded major tops in Bitcoin’s price cycle, driven by a transition of coins from long-term to new investors. However, despite Bitcoin reaching new highs, the percentage of UTXOs held by investors with a holding period of less than one month remains well below the historical threshold seen near previous market tops. During earlier bull cycles, new investor participation often surged past 50%. Currently, that figure sits around 20%, even lower than the peak levels during this recent rally. Avocado Onchain warns that without a notable increase in participation from newer investors, the market may struggle to maintain upward momentum. Large Holders Accumulate as Retail Stays on Sidelines While retail inflows appear to be lacking, large-scale accumulation is continuing in the background. A recent update from CryptoQuant on X highlighted that Bitcoin addresses holding between 1,000 and 10,000 BTC, excluding exchanges and miners, have been steadily increasing. Large holders are accumulating. Addresses holding 1K–10K BTC (excl. exchanges & miners) are rising, a sign of growing investor confidence. Historically linked to higher prices. pic.twitter.com/vCCml3GfHB — CryptoQuant.com (@cryptoquant_com) May 29, 2025 These entities are often associated with institutional investors or long-term strategic holders, and their accumulation is often interpreted as a signal of growing confidence in BTC’s long-term prospects. Related Reading: US Set To Reign As ‘Bitcoin Superpower,’ Declares Trump’s Digital Assets Chief Although retail remains largely inactive, institutional behavior may serve as a foundation for price support. The current dynamics reflect a market in a transitional phase, with potential for upside if broader participation begins to increase. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin (BTC) has recently experienced a slight slowdown after its impressive upward run, trading at $108,012 at the time of writing. Over the past week, Bitcoin has recorded a 3.1% decline, indicating a moderate pullback from recent highs. However, despite this short-term downtrend, the asset continues to hold steady above significant support levels, suggesting minimal selling pressure from market participants. Amid the current pullback phase, analysts have started to express caution regarding Bitcoin’s immediate outlook. In particular, one CryptoQuant analyst known by the handle Crazzyblockk highlighted the emergence of an elevated market risk signal through the “Standardized 60-Day Realized Cap Volatility (RCV)” metric. This indicator, frequently monitored by investors to assess risk levels, has reportedly crossed a critical historical threshold. Related Reading: Bitcoin $106,800 Support Retest To Determine Next Move – Breakout Or Breakdown Ahead? Understanding the Elevated Risk Signal The 60-Day Standardized RCV, as explained by Crazzyblockk, measures the variance between Bitcoin’s realized capitalization, essentially the cumulative value at which all coins last moved, and its market capitalization. This metric is normalized to account for volatility, thus helping investors detect significant shifts in market sentiment. Currently, the Standardized RCV value has reached 1.9, surpassing the 1.5 threshold traditionally viewed as indicative of high market risk. Historically, when the 60-Day Standardized RCV exceeds values between 1.5 and 1.9, it has often preceded local market peaks or considerable corrections. According to the analyst, these elevated readings indicate periods when investor behavior, characterized by increased profit-taking and speculative activities, diverges notably from Bitcoin’s fundamental valuation. Implications for Bitcoin Investors The current Standardized RCV reading suggests that Bitcoin’s market might be approaching a point of heightened caution. Although this indicator alone is not a definitive sell signal, it does suggest investors should adopt a more conservative risk management approach, especially in regard to new positions or leveraged trades. This cautious stance aligns with historical data from other widely monitored metrics like the Market Value to Realized Value (MVRV) ratio and the Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR), both of which currently reflect similarly heightened risk levels. For investors, the present scenario necessitates careful consideration of market conditions before making strategic moves. The Standardized RCV indicator serves as a precise gauge to navigate market volatility, advising investors to consider reducing exposure, tightening stop-losses, or potentially waiting for a clearer alignment of price with underlying fundamentals before making substantial commitments. Crazzyblockk noted: Now is a time for risk management, not euphoria. Investors may consider reducing exposure, tightening stops, or awaiting a retest of fundamentals before re-entry. Standardized RCV continues to be a precision tool in navigating crypto volatility. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Ethereum (ETH), the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, has experienced considerable price fluctuations recently, trading at approximately $2,633 at the time of writing. The asset registered a mild decline of 1.2% over the past 24 hours, retreating slightly after surpassing the $2,700 mark last week. Despite this short-term retracement, Ethereum has notably appreciated by around 50% within the past month, demonstrating strong price strength and significant market interest. The recent price action has attracted attention from prominent cryptocurrency analysts, particularly from CryptoQuant contributors, who have closely monitored Ethereum’s technical indicators and market behaviors. These analysts have provided insights that suggest potential further movement for ETH, pointing towards critical levels and market metrics that investors might want to observe closely. Related Reading: Ethereum May Be One Dip Away From Mass Losses—Data Warns Ethereum’s Bullish Technical Indicators and Potential Breakout CryptoQuant analyst Ibrahim Cosar recently published a technical analysis outlining a bullish scenario for ETH. According to Cosar, Ethereum has formed a pattern known as a “bull flag,” suggesting a possible upcoming breakout. A bull flag is a chart formation frequently interpreted by traders as indicative of continuing upward momentum after a period of consolidation. Ethereum’s price has oscillated within a defined range between $2,400 and $2,700 for nearly three weeks, creating favorable conditions for such a breakout. Cosar also highlighted Ethereum’s sustained position above the 200-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA), a commonly monitored technical indicator. Historically, remaining consistently above this indicator has signified positive market sentiment and preceded significant price rallies. Given Ethereum’s current position relative to this EMA, Cosar suggested a potential upward move toward a price range between $3,000 and $3,500 could soon materialize. Market-Wide Implications and Retail Activity Another CryptoQuant analyst known as “elcryptotavo” offered a complementary perspective, identifying signals that typically indicate market peaks. Specifically, the analyst mentioned Ethereum’s Open Interest (OI), noting that a notable market signal occurs when Ethereum’s OI surpasses Bitcoin’s, a scenario historically correlated with market tops. Currently, ETH has yet to reach this critical threshold, suggesting, according to this analyst, potential room for further upside before significant corrections could occur. Related Reading: Ethereum Nears Critical Price Level – Reclaiming $3,000 Would Spark A Market-Wide Rally Elcryptotavo also provided observations regarding retail trading behaviors. Typically, retail trading activity surges dramatically near market tops, reflecting broad market participation. However, current data on retail trading volumes remain comparatively subdued. This observation implies that institutional investors or large market players are predominantly driving Ethereum’s current rally. A significant increase in retail participation, should it occur, could further sustain and accelerate Ethereum’s upward momentum, a phenomenon previously seen during the 2020–2021 bull cycle. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin is currently trading at $109,000, marking a marginal decline of 0.6% over the past 24 hours. Despite this short-term dip, the broader market trend remains intact, with Bitcoin recording an approximate 15% gain over the past month. This performance comes after BTC set a new all-time high just above the $111,000 mark a few days ago, continuing its strong upward momentum through Q2 2025. Burak Kesmeci, a contributor on CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform, recently discussed the Market Value to Realized Value (MVRV) ratio in his latest analysis, “Bitcoin MVRV: Will the Long-Term Downtrend Break This Time?” The MVRV ratio compares Bitcoin’s market value to its realized value, effectively measuring holders’ profitability and offering insights into market sentiment and potential turning points. Related Reading: Bitcoin Holds Above $109K as Long-Term Holders Accumulate Amid Liquidations MVRV Ratio Approaches Crucial Resistance In his analysis, Kesmeci highlighted the importance of the 365-day Simple Moving Average (SMA365) as a benchmark for the MVRV metric. Historically, when Bitcoin’s MVRV crosses above and maintains weekly closes over the SMA365, it typically signals sustained upward momentum. Kesmeci provided the example from April 2025, when the MVRV ratio exceeded the SMA365, corresponding with Bitcoin’s substantial price increase from around $94,000 to $111,000, subsequently setting a new record high. Currently, the MVRV stands at 2.36, comfortably above the SMA365 level of 2.14. However, the analyst points out a significant resistance looming at 2.93, a critical historical level where previous rallies encountered headwinds. The upcoming test at this resistance could indicate whether Bitcoin will sustain its upward trajectory or experience a period of stabilization or correction. Kesmeci emphasized caution, suggesting that traders carefully monitor the MVRV behavior, as approaching these levels often prompts market participants to reassess risk. Bitcoin Retail Investors Remain Cautiously Absent Another factor shaping Bitcoin’s market conditions is the noticeable lack of retail investor engagement. Kesmeci observed that despite Bitcoin achieving new record highs in the second quarter of 2025, retail investor participation, measured by transfer volumes in smaller denominations (under $10,000), remains relatively subdued. While Bitcoin’s price trajectory has remained robust, retail volumes have seen minimal increases, indicating the current rally is primarily driven by institutional or large-scale investors. Historically, retail investor participation has served as an essential driver for sustained bull markets, amplifying price movements initially propelled by institutional investments. Related Reading: US Set To Reign As ‘Bitcoin Superpower,’ Declares Trump’s Digital Assets Chief Kesmeci notes that past major rallies, such as the one observed in 2020-2021, gained significant momentum when retail investors actively joined in. Thus, a critical aspect moving forward will be monitoring retail activity. Any uptick in retail investment could potentially catalyze further Bitcoin appreciation, reinforcing recent gains and setting the stage for a broader market rally. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Sui Network has rolled out a $10 million fund to boost security across its system. The move comes after the Cetus Protocol hack that cost users $223 million. Related Reading: XRP ETF At 83% Approval Odds—Is The SEC Losing Grip? Based on reports, the money will go toward audits, bug bounties and new developer tools. It’s a major shot across the bow at future attacks, but it raises questions about how those funds will be decided and spent. Source: X The Money And The Plan According to Sui’s team, the $10 million security fund isn’t just a pool of cash. It’s a shared resource that developers and community members will help guide. Bug bounties will be offered to anyone who finds serious flaws. Doubling down on Sui security. A thread ???? The root cause of the Cetus incident was a bug in a Cetus math library, not a vulnerability in Sui or Move. But the impact on users is the same. We need to take a holistic perspective and step up our game on supporting ecosystem… — Sui (@SuiNetwork) May 26, 2025 Audits will dig into both core code and popular dApps. And new tools aim to make it easier for builders to catch problems before they hit mainnet. Governance Tensions On Display According to reports, Sui is also asking token holders to vote on whether to return some of the frozen assets to Cetus users. That plan has stoked debate. Critics say letting validators swing such decisions could put too much power in a small group. Sui’s Foundation has promised to stay neutral, but opinions are split on what “neutral” really means. Incentives To Catch The Hacker Cetus has put up a $6 million white‐hat bounty to recover stolen funds. Sui has added another $5 million reward for any tip that leads to the hacker’s capture. That’s $11 million on the table for a single exploit. It sounds big. But some security experts wonder if the process will slow down or if critical details will get lost in legal wrangling. Price Rebound Since the hack, SUI’s price slid about 15%. It went from roughly $4.28 to a low near $3.50. At press time, it was on recovery mode, up 6% and trading at $3.72. SUI price up in the last 24 hours. Source: Coingecko Related Reading: Tether’s 2-Year, $5 Billion Investment Blitz Fuels US Companies: CEO What Comes Next For DeFi On Sui Total value locked (TVL) has begun inching up again. Bridged TVL, which tracks assets coming in from other blockchains, has seen a noticeable bump. Yet DEX volume and app revenue haven’t fully bounced back to pre‐hack figures. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

Investors betting on XRP reaching $8 before year’s end may want to take a step back, according to a well-known commentator in the community. Related Reading: Tether’s 2-Year, $5 Billion Investment Blitz Fuels US Companies: CEO XRP analyst Xena asks whether a jump from around $2.31 to $8 is really a big win for a token that many have seen as having much more upside. It’s a reminder that what looks like solid progress might still leave everyday holders waiting for a true breakthrough. Xena Questions $8 As A True Milestone According to Xena, topping $8 would be a solid move, but it falls short of the “life-changing” levels some have talked about for over five years. She points out that other tokens, like Solana and Quant, went from under $1 to double- or triple-digit prices in a few months. XRP has yet to pull off that kind of leap. She asks, “What would be so special about XRP if $8 is what they expect?” Now people get excited by $8 XRP this year. I’m sure the bear is secretly laughing and thinking “only?”. No doubt $8 is better than $2, I don’t question that. But having those influencers being bullish about XRP for years, now getting excited by $8 is laughable. How many… pic.twitter.com/U4MsVaInaw — Xena XRP (@XenaXrp) May 26, 2025 Potential Gains For Big Holders Based on reports, XRP is trading at $2.31, down 1.1% over the last 24 hours and more than 45% below its all-time high. A rise to $8 would mean around 240% gain. That’s nothing to sneeze at. A $60,000 stake could grow to over $206,000. And someone holding $300,000 worth today could pass the $1 million mark. Those are big numbers for those who can afford big bets. Small Wallets Spot Smaller Wins On the flip side, retail investors with smaller holdings would see less dramatic gains. Over 5 million XRP wallets hold about $1,000 worth of the token. At $8 per XRP, those portfolios would climb to roughly $4,000. It’s a welcome return. But it’s not going to buy a new home or wipe out student debt. For many, it’s just a solid profit. Lofty Dreams Of $1,000 Prices Some in the XRP Army have set their sights much higher. They imagine XRP at $1,000. In that case, a $1,000 investment now would be worth around $500,000. According to Matthew Brienen, an executive at CryptoGuard, hitting those levels could take a decade or more. That timeline keeps a true moonshot firmly in the realm of long-term hopes. Related Reading: XRP ETF At 83% Approval Odds—Is The SEC Losing Grip? A key point in Xena’s take is how influencers shape expectations. She says many YouTubers and content creators have built six-figure XRP bags and cash flows through community support. Those personalities might push an $8 target because it sounds exciting—yet it’s not life-altering for their own stakes. Meanwhile, everyday holders who bought and held through legal battles still wait for a move that really changes their financial picture. Featured image from Gemini, chart from TradingView

As Bitcoin (BTC) continues to capture investor enthusiasm, recently reaching a new all-time high of nearly $112,000, crypto analyst Cyclop has shared intriguing forecasts regarding the cryptocurrency’s future performance.  Will Bitcoin Break Its All-Time Highs Again  In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Cyclop projected that Bitcoin’s next peak is expected between November and December 2025, with the bull market concluding around February to March 2026. Additionally, he anticipates an altcoin rally during the summer and fall of 2025. Related Reading: Here’s Why Hyperliquid Hit New ATH At $39 And Why It Could Continue Cyclop elaborated on the cyclical nature of cryptocurrency markets, noting that while many investors are excited, only a small percentage typically profit.  The analyst attributed this discrepancy to what he calls “crowd manipulation,” where the majority of investors often misinterpret market signals, believing it’s either too late or too early to invest.  The Impact Of Halving Events To provide clarity on market cycles, Cyclop referenced historical data, highlighting previous Bitcoin cycle highs: $1,242 in November 2013, $19,891 in December 2017, and $69,000 in November 2021.  The analyst pointed out that in both the 2017 and 2021 bull markets, peaks occurred exactly 29 months before Bitcoin’s Halving events, a pattern that repeats with remarkable consistency. Moreover, he analyzed the duration and severity of bear markets, noting that the downturns in 2018 and 2022 lasted exactly 12 months, with retracements of 84% and 77%, respectively. These similarities suggest that while each cycle may exhibit minor variations, the overarching patterns remain largely unchanged. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Predicts XRP Price Could Shoot To $12 Soon Cyclop also observed that Bitcoin has historically broken its all-time highs seven to eight months following halving events, a trend that continued in the latest cycle.  Despite numerous changes in the cryptocurrency landscape, such as increasing mass adoption and evolving macroeconomic conditions, the expected bull run for this cycle appears to be extending slightly longer than its predecessors, with the peak anticipated in late 2025. At the time of writing, BTC is trading at $108,600, marking a modest 3% decline from its all-time high of $111,800, which was reached last week. Year-to-date, the market’s leading cryptocurrency has gained 56%, trailing only XRP, which has gained 337% in the same period. Since Thursday’s peak, BTC retraced to the $106,700 mark, but it has since attempted to consolidate between $108,500 and $109,000, potentially moving toward new highs. However, the $110,000 level could act as a new resistance wall for the Bitcoin price, as many traders see an opportunity to short the asset, expecting further pullbacks that will allow them to liquidate late long positions. It remains to be seen how BTC’s price will perform in the coming days, as this new stage of price discovery could introduce volatility for market investors and perhaps allow altcoins to flourish. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com 

At the Bitcoin 2025 Conference, a session titled “Making America the Global Bitcoin Superpower” conveyed a clear message: the United States is committed to embracing Bitcoin (BTC) and leading the global market.  Key speakers Bo Hines, the White House Executive Director for digital assets, and Tyler Williams from the US Treasury Department, alongside moderator Miles Jennings, outlined the government’s aggressive strategy to establish the nation as a leader in the cryptocurrency space. Integration Of Crypto With ‘Legacy Financial Systems’ “We are well on our way to becoming the Bitcoin superpower of the world,” Hines declared, emphasizing that this initiative transcends partisan politics. He described the movement as a “revolution in our financial system” that requires immediate action. Jennings pointed out the critical regulatory measures that are currently being developed. “If the bill becomes law, we will play a significant role in integrating Bitcoin, stablecoins, and other digital assets with the legacy financial system,” he stated. This integration, he noted, would be facilitated by pending stablecoin legislation. Related Reading: Bitcoin Retraces Below $109,000: Analysts Split on Future Outlook Hines highlighted the importance of modernizing payment systems, asserting, “Updating the payment rails is necessary, and we are making significant progress.”  He noted that forthcoming market structure legislation would clarify the regulatory landscape for intermediaries such as exchanges and brokers, determining whether digital assets will be classified as securities or commodities. Encouraging innovation within the crypto sector, Hines remarked, “We want folks to innovate here. We can’t let fear of regulatory repercussions stifle creativity.” He urged innovators who have moved abroad to consider returning, stating, “Our message to those who have gone offshore is: welcome home.” ‘Bitcoin Is The Golden Standard’ Williams reinforced the need for any new regulations to accommodate the unique nature of decentralized finance (DeFi). “Traditional financial markets operate on a principal-agent model, but crypto is shifting us toward a principal-to-principal structure,” he explained.  He noted that regulatory support for the exchange-traded products (ETP) marketplace had led to a surge in institutional Bitcoin adoption, and he believes that similar outcomes could arise from stablecoin and market structure legislation. Related Reading: Dogecoin Enters Danger Zone — Chartist Predicts Sharp Drop Ahead Hines made a particularly bullish statement, declaring, “Bitcoin is truly the golden standard. This is an asset that we should be harnessing on behalf of the American people. We want as much as we can possibly get.”  Tyler Williams echoed this sentiment, asserting, “We are going big on digital assets.” Hines concluded the session with a strong commitment: “You will certainly see the United States stepping out as the Bitcoin superpower of the world.” As of this writing, the market’s leading cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC), is trading at $108,560, just over 2.8% below its all-time high of $111,800, which was reached last week amid renewed investments in the Bitcoin ETF market. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com 

TRON (TRX) has been gaining upward momentum alongside the broader cryptocurrency market, reflecting strong price performance in recent weeks. The crypto asset has climbed over 10% in the past month, with its current price at $0.2748, reflecting a modest 0.7% increase in the past 24 hours. While not grabbing headlines with dramatic surges, TRX’s steady growth aligns closely with the broader bullish cycle led by Bitcoin (BTC), suggesting that it may benefit from macro-level investor sentiment. A recent analysis by Carmelo Alemán, a contributor to CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform, highlights the increasing relevance of TRON in this market phase. Related Reading: Tron Bulls Regain Control – On-Chain Data Shows Fresh Buying Pressure Bitcoin Correlation Fuels Investor Optimism Alemán’s report, titled “The Crypto Elite Grows with Bitcoin and Why TRX Holds a Special Place,” explores how assets that demonstrate high correlation with Bitcoin, such as TRX, tend to mirror BTC’s market movements. This statistical connection, typically measured through correlation coefficients like Pearson’s, means that Bitcoin’s gains or retracements often influence similar movements in tokens like TRON. According to Alemán, the ongoing Bitcoin bull market, expected by some to last through Q4 2025, sets a favorable context for assets with strong historical correlation to BTC. Tokens, including TRX, SUI, ADA, XLM, HBAR, and Litecoin, are often observed to track Bitcoin’s behavior, rising during rallies and pulling back during corrections. For many investors, these assets present attractive opportunities given their lower market capitalizations compared to Bitcoin, making them capable of delivering larger percentage gains during bullish conditions. The analyst said: In practical terms, Bitcoin is unlikely to grow more than 2x from its current price, whereas highly correlated tokens could triple, quadruple, or more, simply because their smaller market caps make such expansions more feasible. In particular, Alemán draws attention to TRON’s upward momentum and growing network activity, especially in Asia. Notably, TRON recently surpassed Ethereum in the volume of USDT (Tether) issued on its network, signaling a shift in real-world utility and adoption. Alemán wrote: This is no small development: it reflects a restructuring in real network usage, and suggests that Tron could multiply significantly in value in the coming months, as it continues to move in tandem with Bitcoin’s trend. TRON Long-Term Growth Potential Beyond price action, Alemán also underscores TRON’s position in strategic portfolio planning. Because of its correlation with Bitcoin and its smaller relative size, TRON offers potential leverage to BTC’s market cycles. For long-term holders and tactical traders alike, this dynamic presents opportunities for outperformance during phases of sustained Bitcoin growth. Related Reading: TRON Accumulation Phase Detected—Major Price Surge Coming Alemán concludes by advising market participants to remain attentive to on-chain indicators and inter-asset relationships, emphasizing that informed decisions based on correlation dynamics could enhance portfolio returns during this cycle. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Ethereum has maintained a position above $2,500 following a mild retracement from its recent high above $2,700 last week. At the time of writing, the asset trades at $2,564, reflecting a 2.4% increase in the past 24 hours. While the broader crypto market remains in a bullish structure, largely driven by Bitcoin’s sharp upward movement, Ethereum’s relative momentum appears more tempered, raising questions among traders and analysts about its current positioning. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Finds Its Footing: Bulls Prepare for Another Push Retail Quiet, Institutions Watchful Despite the price remaining above key levels, some analysts believe Ethereum has yet to fully capture the broader market’s enthusiasm. One such observation was presented by CryptoQuant’s analyst Burak Kesmeci, who noted that retail activity around Ethereum remains low compared to previous cycles. This could suggest that Ethereum’s rally is still in its early stages, with potential upside left unpriced by the market. The absence of retail enthusiasm, which historically coincided with local tops, may signal that Ethereum has not yet reached a peak for this cycle. Kesmeci’s analysis highlighted a notable shift in retail engagement around Ethereum. Drawing comparisons to the 2021 bull run, the analyst pointed out that earlier rallies were often accompanied by sharp spikes in retail trading frequency. However, during the current cycle, retail interest has been largely muted, even as Bitcoin surged from $16,000 to over $111,000. While ETH saw a brief uptick in retail activity in December 2024, that momentum faded quickly amid broader market reactions to geopolitical developments, including renewed tariff tensions. The analyst concluded that the market may still be in a phase of accumulation, as the typical retail-driven euphoria has yet to materialize. In this scenario, Ethereum could benefit from increased participation in the coming months, particularly if macroeconomic sentiment stabilizes. The potential for delayed retail entry suggests that Ethereum’s current rally might only be at its midpoint rather than nearing a local top. Ethereum Technical Setups Suggest Bullish Continuation On the technical front, several market analysts continue to hold a positive outlook for ETH. A pseudonymous analyst known as Crypto Busy posted on X that the asset’s monthly chart remains structurally intact, referencing a previous key resistance level near $1,410. Related Reading: Ethereum Climbs Back To $2,700 – Bulls Ready For A Breakout? According to the post, Ethereum’s breakout above this long-standing barrier has turned it into support, replicating a setup that historically preceded major rallies. Further reinforcing this perspective, analyst Michaël van de Poppe emphasized the importance of Ethereum’s price action near the $2,400 level. He noted that this zone offered a strong buying opportunity and believes that if Ethereum can successfully retest and hold above this threshold, a move toward $3,000 could follow. According to van de Poppe, such a breakout would signal the beginning of a new bullish phase for ETH. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin maintains upward momentum despite a recent market retracement that briefly pulled the asset off its all-time highs. After climbing past the $111,000 level last week to set a new record, the cryptocurrency experienced a modest correction. BTC trades at $109,874 at the time of writing, reflecting a 2.3% daily increase. The move comes amid broader bullish sentiment in the crypto market, with traders weighing recent volatility against long-term structural trends. Meanwhile, analysts tracking on-chain activity suggest that the recent price pullback may have cleared the path for more sustainable market behavior. Related Reading: $200,000 Bitcoin ‘Is Real’ By Year-End, Says Top Researcher High Leverage Triggers Liquidations Below Key Support Levels Amr Taha, a contributor to CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform, highlighted how Bitcoin’s price action flushed out over-leveraged traders while presenting an opportunity for long-term investors to reinforce their positions. His post titled “Late Longs Wiped Out — Long-Term Holders Seize the Opportunity to Accumulate Bitcoin” points to distinct market behavior unfolding in real time. Taha noted that Bitcoin’s recent drop below the psychological $111,000 threshold led to two significant long liquidation clusters on Binance. The first wave occurred around the $110,900 mark, wiping out over $97 million in long positions. Shortly after, a second wave hit as the price breached $109,000, resulting in a further $88 million in liquidated positions. These back-to-back events reflected cascading margin calls from traders using high leverage, a pattern often seen during sharp short-term corrections. Notably, liquidation clusters tend to emerge when rapid price movements force the automatic closure of margin positions, intensifying sell pressure in the process. This volatility tends to shake out speculative positions and can signal a temporary pause or consolidation phase in the broader trend. According to Taha, while the market absorbed these liquidations, it simultaneously witnessed a contrasting pattern among long-term holders (LTHs), who remained active throughout the volatility. Long-Term Holders Accumulate as Liquidations Unfold While short-term participants absorbed the brunt of the sell-off, LTHs appeared to interpret the price dip as a buying opportunity. Taha highlighted on-chain metrics showing that the LTH realized cap, a measure of the total value paid for held coins by long-term investors, has surged past $28 billion. This level had not been observed since April, reinforcing the narrative that seasoned market participants are increasing their exposure during moments of market dislocation. Related Reading: Is The Bitcoin Rally Over After $111,900 ATH? Global M2 Money Supply Is Still Going The behavior of long-term holders is often seen as a barometer for market health. Their steady accumulation during liquidation events suggests confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term value trajectory. Historically, accumulation by LTHs during volatile periods has coincided with later upward price expansions, as coins are removed from circulation and selling pressure is reduced. With leveraged positions reset and structural accumulation underway, the groundwork may be forming for Bitcoin to attempt another breakout beyond its previous highs. Featured image created with DALLE, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin’s momentum, which pushed the asset to a fresh all-time high of over $111,000 earlier this week, appears to have paused slightly heading into the weekend. As of the time of writing, BTC is trading at $108,499, marking a 2.5% decline over the past 24 hours. Despite this short-term retracement, the overall market trend remains positive. Bitcoin has held most of its recent gains and remains just below its record peak set yesterday. The recent price action has coincided with an increase in on-chain signals, suggesting that large players are returning to the market. Notably, analysts are closely monitoring activity from major crypto exchanges like Binance, which have historically played a significant role in price discovery and market direction. Related Reading: Bitcoin Smashes Past $111K, But Are Traders About to Dump? Bitcoin Whale Activity on Binance Sparks Volatility Watch A recent analysis by CryptoQuant contributor Crazzyblockk highlighted a surge in whale activity on Binance. In his QuickTake post titled “Binance Whale Activity Spikes —  Eyes on the Market,” the analyst pointed out that the Binance Whale Activity Score has seen a sharp rise. This metric, which measures inflow and outflow behavior of the top 10 whale wallets on Binance, indicates that large holders are actively repositioning. These movements can be early indicators of upcoming volatility and directional shifts in the market. The analyst explained that inflow spikes from whales may point to potential distribution or strategic selling, while outflow surges often signal accumulation or redeployment of capital to other platforms. The significance of these whale movements lies in their historical tendency to precede major price developments. According to Crazzyblockk, Binance remains a central venue for price formation, making it critical to observe whale patterns there. He concluded that these inflow-outflow fluctuations could introduce higher liquidity and possibly increased volatility in the short term. Spot Market Data Points to Renewed Buyer Interest Complementing these observations is a report from another CryptoQuant analyst, Ibrahimcosar, who identified a positive shift in spot market behavior. According to the analyst, the Spot Taker CVD (Cumulative Volume Delta) over the past 90 days has turned green again. This metric reflects the difference between taker buy and taker sell volumes and serves as a proxy for real-time demand. A green phase indicates that market buy orders have become dominant, suggesting that buyers are regaining control. The analyst noted that in previous months, the same chart showed mostly red values, indicating a prevalence of sell orders and downward price pressure. The recent transition back into green territory may suggest the emergence of new demand as Bitcoin challenges its previous highs. Related Reading: Bitcoin From Pizza Day Era Still On The Move, Glassnode Reveals With price levels remaining elevated, the presence of buying pressure is interpreted as a potentially bullish signal. While cautious sentiment remains, these dynamics hint at the possibility of further upward movement if momentum continues to build in the days ahead. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin has surpassed its previous all-time high again, registering a new peak above $111,000 amid continued bullish momentum across the crypto market. As of the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $111,226, reflecting a 2.2% increase in the past 24 hours. This upward movement has pushed the asset beyond the psychological threshold of $110,000, reinforcing optimism in its medium-term trajectory. However, analysts are monitoring underlying market data that may signal emerging risks beneath the surface of the rally. Related Reading: Binance Bitcoin Outflows and MVRV Ratio Point to Sustained Bullish Setup, Analyst Reveals Bitcoin Exchange Inflows and Leverage Ratios Reflect Growing Caution CryptoQuant contributor Amr Taha recently published a detailed analysis highlighting key metrics from Binance, including net flows, open interest, and leverage levels. These metrics, when taken together, reveal a familiar setup reminiscent of December 2024, a period that preceded short-term corrections. While Bitcoin’s price action has remained positive, the presence of high exchange inflows and speculative positioning could indicate that some investors are preparing for profit-taking. According to Taha, Binance has observed a notable increase in inflows, with approximately 3,000 BTC and 60,000 ETH entering the exchange as Bitcoin broke its all-time high. This shift from net outflows to inflows suggests that investors may be transferring assets to trading platforms with the intent to sell or adjust their positions. Historically, large net inflows during price peaks have been linked to increased selling activity, particularly when market participants aim to secure gains after extended uptrends. Taha also noted that open interest (OI) on Binance has climbed back above $12 billion levels last seen in December 2024. Open interest refers to the total value of outstanding futures contracts and is often viewed as an indicator of speculative engagement in the market. While rising OI can support upward continuation during bullish phases, it may also increase the risk of volatility if not supported by fresh spot market demand. Compounding this, Binance’s estimated leverage ratio has returned to 0.20, mirroring previous highs and suggesting that many traders are utilizing significant leverage. Elevated leverage levels tend to heighten sensitivity to price fluctuations and can amplify liquidations during abrupt corrections. Related Reading: Bitcoin Shows Elevated Unrealized Profits Without Signs Of Panic Selling – New ATH Soon? Are Market Conditions Echoing December’s Setup? Taha concluded his analysis, revealing that while none of these indicators are inherently bearish on their own, their simultaneous occurrence around a new all-time high could point toward short-term instability. In previous cycles, such combinations of high leverage, rising OI, and exchange inflows have been associated with increased profit-taking and localized pullbacks. Taha wrote: These are not inherently bearish signals in isolation. However, when combined, they historically correlate with profit-taking behavior and often precede volatility spikes or corrections. Traders and investors should remain alert: these same conditions marked the beginning of localized tops in late 2024, especially after periods of aggressive upside. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView