According to a recent report by Bitfinex, Bitcoin (BTC) breaking through the psychologically significant $100,000 barrier will largely depend on the actions of two key holder cohorts – long-term holders (LTH) engaging in profit-taking and short-term holders (STH) driving demand. Short-Term Holder Demand Critical To Propel Bitcoin To $100,000 Bitcoin’s price surged an impressive 37.3% […]
According to data from CryptoQuant, Bitcoin (BTC) reserves on cryptocurrency exchanges have dropped to a multi-year low. This decline coincides with the ongoing bull market, which has pushed the digital asset’s price closer to the $100,000 mark. This significant decline could have major implications for the asset’s supply-demand dynamics. Investor Confidence Increasing In Bitcoin? During a bull market, Bitcoin reserves on exchanges increase as long-term holders (LTH) and short-term holders (STH) transfer their holdings to trading platforms to take profits. However, the current bull market is breaking this trend, as BTC exchange reserves dwindle. Related Reading: Bitcoin Set To Hit $140,000 Target In December – Here’s Why Data from Cryptoquant indicates that over 171,000 BTC have been withdrawn from crypto exchanges since pro-crypto Republican candidate Donald Trump won the November US presidential election. The high amount of BTC being withdrawn from exchanges suggests that holders are likely moving their holdings to cold wallets, signaling long-term confidence in BTC. According to the chart below, BTC exchange reserves witnessed a sharp decline starting in November 2022 – falling from 3.33 million BTC on November 5, to 2.93 million BTC on December 21. Another notable drop began in February 2024, likely in anticipation of the Bitcoin halving in April and the ensuing supply scarcity of the digitally-programmed asset. During this period, reserves decreased from 3.05 million BTC to 2.63 million BTC by October 30 – a decline of 13.77% over eight months. Exchange reserves stand at just 2.46 million BTC, the lowest level in years. This ongoing decline hints at a potential supply crunch for Bitcoin, which could propel its price upward in the coming months. BTC Illiquid Supply Continues To Grow Another data point that supports the long-term holding hypothesis for BTC is Glassnode’s illiquid supply metric. The chart shared below shows that the digital asset’s illiquid supply has grown by 185,000 BTC in the past 30 days. Notably, the illiquid supply now accounts for approximately 14.8 million BTC, representing nearly three-fourths of the current circulating supply of 19.8 million BTC. If this trend continues, Bitcoin’s price could experience a significant surge due to supply scarcity. However, this could also introduce heightened volatility. Related Reading: Bitcoin Resets Open Interest, Targets $100,000 After Holding Key Support – Details While the decline in exchange reserves and rising illiquid supply are long-term bullish indicators for Bitcoin, short-term price movements could see a brief correction. According to crypto analyst Ali Martinez, BTC has formed a head-and-shoulder pattern on the hourly chart, which may trigger a sell-off that can push the asset’s price to $90,000. That said, another seasoned crypto analyst, Rekt Capital, said that after briefly touching the $98,000 price level, BTC has already entered the parabolic phase of the rally. BTC trades at $94,968 at press time, down 1.4% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, charts from CryptoQuant, Glassnode, X and Tradingview.com
Ethereum (ETH) now offers an attractive risk-reward ratio, according to analysts at research and brokerage firm Bernstein. Despite underperforming compared to other major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Solana (SOL), and XRP for most of 2024, Ethereum’s strong fundamentals may set the stage for a potential rally. Why Is Ethereum Struggling? Bernstein Analysts Explain Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency with a market cap exceeding $430 billion, may be on the verge of significant positive price action. Bernstein analysts suggest that ETH’s fundamentals remain strong despite its underperformance, making it an appealing investment opportunity. To put Ethereum’s performance into perspective, on a year-to-date (YTD) basis, Bitcoin and Solana have surged 125% and 122%, respectively, while ETH has only managed a 57% increase. In a client note shared today, analysts led by Gautam Chhugani highlighted several factors contributing to Ethereum’s struggles. One issue is that ETH has not established itself as a store of value to the same extent as BTC. Additionally, the leading smart contract platform faces increasing competition from low-latency Layer 1 blockchains such as Solana, Sui, and Aptos. Related Reading: Ethereum Accumulation Rises As 70% Holders Are In Profit: What It Means For ETH Price? The note also pointed out that Ethereum’s reliance on Layer 2 blockchains, including Optimism, Arbitrum, and Base, often redirects users away from Ethereum’s main chain. This hampers user retention and limits transaction fee growth, creating a headwind for ETH’s price momentum. Is Now The Right Time To Buy ETH? Bernstein analysts argue that Ethereum’s outlook could improve substantially, particularly in light of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s recent election victory. Following Trump’s win, the total cryptocurrency market cap has surged over 45%, surpassing $3.5 trillion. Ethereum has been one of the biggest beneficiaries of this rally, gaining 46% since the election compared to Bitcoin’s 41% and Solana’s 36%. The analysts also noted key developments that could support Ethereum’s growth moving forward. They highlighted the increasing likelihood of staking yield approval in Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) under a Trump-led, crypto-friendly Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The analysts explained: We believe, under a new Trump 2.0 crypto-friendly SEC, ETH staking yield will likely be approved. The analysts added that Ethereum’s current yield rate of 3% could increase to as high as 4% to 5%, which could be an attractive yield rate for investors in a declining interest rate environment. Further, the recently observed growth in Ethereum ETFs in the form of higher inflows could benefit ETH. Although ETH ETFs had a lukewarm launch, they have recently outperformed Bitcoin ETFs in daily inflows. For instance, on November 29, spot ETH ETFs in the US attracted $332.9 million in inflows, compared to $320 million for Bitcoin ETFs. Related Reading: Ethereum Spot ETFs Attract Record $295 Million Daily Inflows – Is ETH Set For New Highs? In addition, Ethereum’s transition to a proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus algorithm in September 2023 and the protocol’s burn mechanism have stabilized ETH’s total supply around 120 million. Of these, about 28% is tied in staking contracts while roughly 10% is in lending protocols or Layer 2 bridges. With a high proportion – close to 60% – of total ETH supply unmoved in the past year, the analysts at Bernstein believe the digital asset might benefit from favourable demand-supply dynamics. At press time, ETH trades at $3,644, down 1.8% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from Tradingview.com
While the crypto market eagerly anticipates Bitcoin (BTC) breaking the $100,000 price level, the premier cryptocurrency may have even more room for growth in 2025 as the global M2 money supply expands. Global Liquidity Surge: A Catalyst For Bitcoin? In a detailed analysis on X, Jamie Coutts, chief crypto analyst at Real Vision, brought his […]
Bitcoin (BTC) appears to be rebounding from its recent pullback after reaching a new all-time high (ATH) of $99,645 on November 22. Despite liquidations exceeding $500 million during the downturn, the event did not trigger the cascading sell-offs seen in previous market cycles. Bitcoin Open Interest Resets: Is $100,000 Next? The flagship cryptocurrency seems ready to make another attempt at the $100,000 milestone. According to crypto analyst Byzantine General, the recent BTC price pullback reset open interest to levels last observed when the asset first touched $90,000. Related Reading: Bitcoin Sell-Side Pressure Dominated By New Holders, Research Shows Critically, Bitcoin held support around $90,875, signaling the potential establishment of a new consolidation phase before the next upward move. Byzantine General stated that BTC is poised to “take out the local highs and potentially take a stab at piercing 100k,” noting: A lot of the passive supply already got taken out in the previous attempt, so there’s a pretty good chance that we will see 100k soon. Byzantine General’s thoughts were echoed by prominent crypto trader Jelle, who said that $100,000 for BTC was “in sight.” The trader shared the following chart where BTC appears to be breaking through a downward-sloping trendline. At the same time, it is also forming an inverse head-and-shoulders pattern – typically a bullish indicator. Another crypto analyst Daan Crypto Trades agreed that Bitcoin is within reaching distance of the $100,000 mark. As previously reported, some analysts believe that BTC is mirroring its price action from 2023, which could see the asset’s price reach as high as $200,000 by early 2025. Healthy Corrections Essential To Fuel Long-Term Growth Bitcoin was trading just above $69,000 on November 6 before surging past its previous ATH and reaching its current price of $97,150 – a staggering 40.8% gain in less than a month. However, such a rapid rally could signal an overextension. Related Reading: Experts Predict Bitcoin Journey To $100,000 After Thanksgiving Rally A slight correction to the low $90,000 level might just have been what was required for BTC to have a more sustained price momentum going forward. Further, it gives time to retail investors – who have been missing from the current market rally – to enter the market and potentially increase the demand-side pressure. The recent price pullback also cooled down the Bitcoin Fear & Greed Index from extreme greed to more moderate levels, setting the stage for a more organic and sustainable rally across the cryptocurrency market. Speaking of long-term forecasts, Pantera Capital founder and managing partner Dan Morehead recently predicted an ambitious price target of $740,000 BTC by 2028. At press time, BTC trades at $97,150, up 1.4% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, charts from X and Tradingview.com
Bitcoin mining firm MARA – formerly known as Marathon Digital – has announced the acquisition of an additional 703 BTC. This purchase increases the company’s total cryptocurrency holdings to 34,794 BTC. MARA’s Bitcoin Holdings Surge To 34,794 As CEO Shares Bullish Outlook In an announcement made yesterday on X, MARA, one of the world’s leading Bitcoin mining companies, revealed it had acquired 703 BTC at an average price of $95,395. This brings the firm’s total Bitcoin purchases for November to 6,474 BTC, following last week’s acquisition of 5,771 BTC. Related Reading: This Bitcoin Mining Giant Just Spent $100 Million To Buy BTC The latest purchase has increased the firm’s total digital asset holdings to 34,794 BTC, valued at approximately $3.3 billion at current market prices. Additionally, the firm disclosed that its year-to-date (YTD) BTC yield per share stands at 36.7%. Earlier this month, MARA raised $1 billion by issuing 0% convertible senior notes due in 2030. A portion of the $200 million funds was used to buy back some of its 2026 notes. The firm has also reserved $160 million from the proceeds, intending to deploy it for future Bitcoin purchases if market prices become favorable. As reported yesterday, MARA CEO Fred Thiel – in an interview with CNBC – remarked that more institutional investors are interested in BTC, hoping that a Donald Trump administration will bring about favorable cryptocurrency regulations in the US. MARA stock closed at $26.92 on November 27, recording an increase of 7.81% for the day. In the last six months, the share price has increased by 26.92%, coinciding with rising optimism toward digital assets as market sentiment improves with changes in government administration. Corporate Moves Could Push Bitcoin Beyond $100,000 MARA’s aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy mirrors that of MicroStrategy, which has the largest Bitcoin holdings globally. Under Michael Saylor’s leadership, MicroStrategy has spent billions on Bitcoin purchases this month, totaling $4.6 billion and $5.4 billion in back-to-back weeks. Related Reading: Bitcoin Soars Past $82,500 As MicroStrategy Makes Major 27,200 BTC Purchase As President-elect Trump’s January 20th inauguration date approaches, many corporations worldwide are warming up to adding BTC to their balance sheets. Most recently, Canada-based online video-sharing platform Rumble earmarked $20 million for future BTC purchases. Similarly, Japanese early-stage investment firm Metaplanet’s total BTC holdings recently crossed 1,000 BTC. The race for amassing as much BTC as possible has sparked some enthusiasm among crypto analysts who foresee the digital asset breaching the $100,000 milestone early next year. BTC trades at $95,615 at press time, up 1% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, charts from Yahoo! Finance and Tradingview.com
Bitcoin (BTC) remains resilient, trading close to the $100,000 mark despite a recent correction that led to over $500 million in liquidations, predominantly from long positions. A recent report by Glassnode analyzes the cohorts driving the sell-side pressure during this ongoing bull run. Majority Of Sell-Side Pressure Coming From New Market Entrants According to Glassnode’s report titled “The Week Onchain,” while some long-term Bitcoin holders realize substantial profits – amounting to over $2 billion in a single day – not all are willing to part with their holdings. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Closes Above Bull Channel, Crypto Analyst Reveals What’s Next The report highlights that the Long-Term Holder (LTH) cohort is capitalizing on the inflow of liquidity and strong demand to sell BTC near all-time high (ATH) price levels. Glassnode notes: Since the peak in LTH supply set in September, this cohort has now distributed a non-trivial 507k BTC. This is a sizeable volume; however, it is smaller in scale relative to the 934k BTC spent during the rally into the March 2024 ATH. The report breaks the LTH cohort into sub-cohorts based on realized profit metrics to understand the sell-side dynamics better. It reveals that holders who acquired BTC 6 months to 1 year ago contribute the most to sell-side pressure, realizing $12.6 billion in profits, accounting for 35.3% of all realized gains. Other sub-cohorts have realized comparatively smaller profits, including $7.2 billion by those holding BTC for 1 to 2 years, $4.8 billion by those with 2 to 3 years of holdings, $6.3 billion by 3 to 5-year holders, and $4.8 billion by investors holding for more than 5 years. The report adds: The dominance of coins aged 6m-1y highlights that the majority of spending has originated from coins acquired relatively recently, highlighting that more tenured investors are remaining measured and potentially waiting patiently for higher prices. This pattern suggests that heightened profit-taking among holders in the 6-month to 1-year range indicates the cohort is dominated by newer investors, many of whom likely entered the market following the launch of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETF). Their strategy appears to involve short-term gains, riding the wave of the current market surge. Bitcoin Adoption Continues To Grow Around The Globe While the recent price pullback may have cautioned some investors, others opine that it was a healthy correction that gives the leading cryptocurrency some time for consolidation before the next leg up. Related Reading: Metaplanet To Expand Bitcoin Holdings With $11.3 Million Bond Sale Bitcoin’s unprecedented price has created a shared urgency among corporations and nations worldwide. Following MicroStrategy’s tactics, Canadian company Rumble recently announced it would use a portion of excess cash reserves to buy BTC. Most recently, CEO of Marathon Digital Holdings, Fred Thiel, said institutional interest in BTC has increased significantly since Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 elections. BTC trades at $95,462 at press time, up 2% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, charts from Glassnode and Tradingview.com
Bitcoin (BTC) corporate adoption continues to gain momentum as video-sharing and cloud services platform Rumble recently unveiled a BTC treasury strategy. This move aligns with a growing trend of corporations worldwide embracing Bitcoin as a strategic asset. Rumble Announces Bitcoin Treasury Strategy, Stock Rises The YouTube competitor is the latest company to join the Bitcoin bandwagon, as its Board of Directors approved a corporate treasury diversification strategy that allocates a portion of its excess cash reserves to BTC. Related Reading: Samara Asset Group Eyes $32.8 Million Bond Issuance To Increase Bitcoin Holdings As part of this strategy, Rumble plans to purchase up to $20 million worth of BTC. The company described Bitcoin as a “valuable tool for strategic planning.” Rumble CEO and Chairman Chris Pavlovski explained: We believe that the world is still in the early stages of the adoption of Bitcoin, which has recently accelerated with the election of a crypto-friendly US presidential administration and increased institutional adoption. Unlike any government-issued currency, Bitcoin is not subject to dilution through endless money-printing, enabling it to be a valuable inflation hedge and an excellent addition to our treasury. The company stated that its management would evaluate factors such as market conditions, Bitcoin’s trading price, and Rumble’s cash flow needs to determine the timing and amount of BTC purchases. However, it emphasized that the strategy could be modified, paused, or discontinued. Interestingly, the announcement followed a poll conducted by Pavlovski on X, where he asked users whether Rumble should add Bitcoin to its balance sheet. Over 93% of the 43,790 respondents voted in favor of the proposal. Rumble’s stock price surged after the announcement, reflecting investor confidence. The tech company’s shares closed at $7.31, marking a 12.63% increase in a single day. BTC as a Corporate Asset: A Winning Strategy? Rumble’s decision to add BTC to its balance sheet mirrors the approach of MicroStrategy (MSTR), a pioneer in Bitcoin treasury management. Yesterday, the Michael Saylor-led firm revealed that it had acquired an additional 55,000 BTC, bringing its holdings to $5.4 billion. Related Reading: Metaplanet’s Total Bitcoin Holdings Exceed 1,000 BTC Following Latest Purchase MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin play has worked tremendously for the company’s stock performance. In the past year alone, MSTR price has increased by more than 670%, outperforming both BTC and the S&P 500 regarding returns on investment. Meanwhile, Japanese firm Metaplanet recently crossed the 1,000 BTC milestone as it continues to bolster its Bitcoin holdings with frequent purchases. Additionally, speculation about major tech giants like Dell and Microsoft entering the Bitcoin market could fuel demand and drive the asset’s price to new highs. A recent analysis by crypto experts shows that BTC may hit the highly-anticipated six-figure price target early next year. BTC trades at $92,071 at press time, down 5.5% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, charts from Yahoo! Finance and Tradingview.com
Bitcoin (BTC) has been on a tear recently, hitting multiple all-time highs (ATH) levels since Donald Trump emerged victorious in the 2024 US presidential elections. Although the top cryptocurrency has witnessed a slight pullback in the past 24 hours, rebounding to an earlier price level could spell trouble for the bears. Bitcoin Bears Could Be Under Trouble According to analysis shared by crypto analyst Ali Martinez on X, more than $800 million is at risk of liquidation if the flagship digital asset reclaims the $93,000 price level. Notably, BTC’s current ATH stands at $93,477. Related Reading: Binance Dominates As Bitcoin Futures Volume Hits New Peaks Amid Historic Price Rally At the time of writing, BTC is trading at $89,480, down 1.9% in the past 24 hours. On the 4-hour chart, BTC’s next prominent support level appears to be around the $86,000. The digital asset has already tested this support level three times, and a further dip to this price could send BTC tumbling toward $81,600, its next major support. If BTC fails to hold above $81,600, a decline to $79,700 may follow. While a lower BTC price would favor the bears, a reclaim of the $93,000 level could severely hurt them. Such a move would risk over $800 million in liquidations, potentially forcing bearish traders to capitulate. Data from Coinglass shows that contracts worth more than $508 million were liquidated in the past 24 hours. Of this, $355 million were long, while $153 million were short. A recent analysis by prominent crypto analyst @CryptoKaleo suggests that Martinez’s warning for bears may be justified. According to @CryptoKaleo, BTC could retrace to $86,000 before embarking on another rally to set new ATHs – possibly beyond $100,000. The analyst stated: Just a little dip and a bit more ranging then send to $100K+. Honestly think this is the best case scenario for alts if we somehow get it. Would look for outperformance while BTC is accumulating around $90K. What’s Behind BTC’s Run? Multiple factors have contributed to BTC’s historic price action, including the halving earlier this year, the approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and rising institutional adoption of the digital asset. Related Reading: Bitcoin ETFs Surpass 1 Million BTC Holdings In Less Than A Year Since Launch – Details Inside However, Trump’s win in the 2024 US presidential elections – a result seen as pro-crypto – served as a major catalyst for BTC’s surge. Since Trump’s victory on November 5, BTC has climbed from around $69,000 to a high of $93,000, recording gains of more than 30% in just 10 days. Despite this impressive price rally, experts suggest that BTC may have further room to grow. For instance, a recent research report predicts that BTC’s bullish momentum could continue until mid-2025 when it is expected to peak. Additionally, relatively low profit-taking during this bull run could further propel BTC to new heights. However, bulls should remain cautious of a significant CME gap around the $78,000 level, which could be a magnet for price correction. At the time of writing, the total cryptocurrency market capitalization stands at $2.904 trillion, reflecting a 3.7% decline over the past 24 hours. Meanwhile, Bitcoin dominance is at 60.97%, underscoring BTC’s continued strength in the market. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from X, Coinglass, and Tradingview.com
Bitcoin (BTC) recently reached a new all-time high (ATH) of $93,477, as the leading digital asset inches closer to the highly anticipated $100,000 target. Notably, the ongoing price rally has seen relatively muted profit-taking, fueling hopes that BTC has further room to surge. Low Profit-Taking For Bitcoin In Current Cycle According to a recent report by Glassnode, the current BTC price momentum is primarily driven by strong spot demand and rising institutional interest. Particularly, the victory of Republican US presidential candidate Donald Trump has added optimism to the digital assets industry. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Could Peak In 200 Days, Before US Recession In Mid-2025, Report Says The report highlights that over 95% of Bitcoin’s supply is currently in profit. However, despite the high proportion of profitable holders, profit-taking has remained relatively muted during this cycle. Historically, monthly profit realization has typically ranged between $30 and $50 billion during previous Bitcoin ATH cycles. The current price discovery phase has seen about $20.4 billion in realized profit. This relatively low profit-taking level in the current BTC ATH cycle suggests further room for the BTC price to rise, potentially reaching the $100,000 milestone before demand wanes. The chart below shows the cost basis of new BTC investors, along with upper and lower statistical bands. According to the report, during an ATH phase, BTC’s price repeatedly tests the upper bands as new investors enter the market at higher price points. As can be inferred from the above chart, BTC’s current spot price of $91,199 is just below its upper band of $94,900. Keeping track of price movement between these bands can show when the market price might be high enough to force existing holders to sell their holdings. Excess Leverage Must Be Flushed Before $100,000 BTC While BTC is trading less than 10% below the $100,000 level, industry experts opine that excess leverage must be flushed out before the top digital asset attempts to hit the 6-figure target. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $100,000 By February 2025? Analyst Explains Why Data from Coinglass shows that more than $718 million worth of crypto contracts were liquidated in the past 24 hours, impacting 202,074 traders. Notably, contract liquidations were split pretty evenly between longs and shorts – 49.93% vs 50.07%, respectively – indicating that despite the strong bullish sentiment, there is no clear trading advantage. Some industry leaders remain optimistic about BTC’s future price action. In October, the BTC mining firm CleanSpark CEO said that the premier digital asset may peak at $200,000 in the next 18 months. Similarly, BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes recently predicted that BTC may hit $1 million under the Trump administration. BTC trades at $91,199 at press time, up 3.9% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from Glassnode and TradingView.com
According to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer (CIO) Matt Hougan, entering the Bitcoin (BTC) trade may not be too late. The executive recently said that until the flagship cryptocurrency hits $500,000, it’s “still early.” Potential Investors Should Not Be Discouraged By Bitcoin Price Action In a client memo shared yesterday, Bitwise’s CIO Hougan stated that while […]
The current Bitcoin (BTC) rally could extend until mid-2025, with a potential price peak before a US recession. Bitcoin Could Peak In Mid-2025 Before US Recession A recent Copper Research report, a recent crypto research firm, posits that the leading cryptocurrency by market cap could extend its bullish momentum until mid-2025. Related Reading: Bitcoin Data Reveals Bulls Are Growing But Still Behind March 2024 Peak – Details As of November 13, Bitcoin is on day 555 of its current market cycle, and a price peak for the digital asset could arrive within the next 200 days. Notably, this peak may coincide with a potential US recession forecasted for mid-2025. According to the report, Bitcoin’s market cycles average 756 days. The starting point of these cycles is when the annual average growth of Bitcoin’s market capitalization turns positive, while the endpoint is when it hits a price peak. The report marks the beginning of the current market cycle around mid-2023, just before asset manager BlackRock filed for a BTC exchange-traded fund (ETF). Should Bitcoin stay true to its historical price patterns, the digital asset can hit its price peak for this cycle sometime around mid-2025. The report cites estimates by JPMorgan about the likelihood of a US recession in mid-2025. As a result, BTC’s price peak might align with a potential US economic downturn. Based on data from Treasury spreads, JPMorgan gives a 45% chance of a potential US recession by mid-2025. The report further highlights the gap between BTC’s price top and realized volatility. For the uninitiated, realized volatility measures BTC’s price fluctuations over a specific period, showing the standard deviation of the asset’s returns from the market’s mean return. BTC’s realized volatility currently stands at around 50%, indicating that its volatility is only halfway to previous bull market peaks. Another bullish technical indicator for the BTC price trajectory is its filtered relative strength index (RSI). The report reads: Currently, the RSI sits at 60 – well below previous bull market highs – indicating considerable room for Bitcoin to continue building momentum into the new year. BTC Could Rise Further, But Caution Is Necessary The digital assets market has been on a strong upward trend since pro-crypto Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 US presidential election. Related Reading: Bitcoin ETFs See Historic Surge – Institutions Go Bullish On BTC With $1.38 Billion Record Inflows Notably, the emerging industry has witnessed its total market cap surge beyond $3 trillion for the first time since November 2021. The rise in total crypto market cap – largely driven by BTC – is not surprising since the Trump administration is speculated to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve akin to that of El Salvador under Nayib Bukele. Bitcoin’s unprecedented price action has propelled the digital asset’s total market cap beyond that of silver, solidifying it as the 8th largest global asset by market cap in existence. With this in mind, it will be interesting to see how BTC dominance (BTC.D) behaves in the coming weeks, especially after facing rejection just below the $90,000 level. Currently hovering slightly above 60%, a fall in BTC.D could signal a capital rotation from BTC into altcoins, potentially benefiting smaller-cap digital assets. BTC trades at $87,767 at press time, up 1.1% in the past 24 hours. The asset’s total market cap sits at $1.738 trillion. Featured image from Unsplash, Chart from TradingView.com
Ethereum (ETH) appears to be finally waking from its slumber, surging nearly 37% in the past week following Bitcoin’s (BTC) all-time-high (ATH) rally. Spot Ethereum ETFs Record Daily Inflows Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency with a market cap of approximately $404 billion, is now gaining ground on BTC, with the platform’s ETH token jumping more than 35% over the past week. Related Reading: Ethereum Could Be Set To Explore New Highs As On-Chain Metrics Light Up While the broader digital assets market has been buoyed by Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 US presidential election, additional factors may also be driving the recent industry boom, especially for ETH. A key data point is the substantial inflow of funds into spot ETH ETFs. On November 11, US-based spot ETH ETFs attracted a record $295 million in daily inflows, the highest amount to date. In comparison, the previous peak for daily inflows into spot ETH ETFs was $106 million, recorded on the first day these ETFs launched in July 2024. According to data from SoSoValue, the record inflows were led by Fidelity’s FETH ETF, which drew in $115.48 million. BlackRock’s ETHA followed with $101.11 million, Grayscale’s ETH with $63.32 million, and Bitwise’s ETHW with $15.57 million. At the time of writing, the total value of net assets held across various spot ETH ETFs stands at $9.72 billion, representing just over 2.41% of Ethereum’s total market cap. Meanwhile, cumulative net outflows from all spot ETH ETFs amount to $41.30 million. ETH Price Action And Resurgence In DeFi Renewed interest from institutional investors in Ethereum ETFs amid record daily inflows appears to be contributing positively to ETH’s price action. Related Reading: Survey Finds Almost 70% Of Ethereum Institutional Investors Engaged In ETH Staking Throughout much of 2024, ETH lagged in price performance among major cryptocurrencies such as BTC and Solana (SOL). However, Q4 2024 holds potential for a dramatic turnaround in ETH’s momentum. Analysis shared by Leon Waidmann, Head of Research at Onchain Foundation indicates that ETH staking levels are at an ATH, while the token’s reserves on crypto exchanges is heading toward record lows. This combination of record-high staking levels and reduced supply on exchanges suggests a potential supply squeeze, which could trigger a parabolic rally for ETH. Additionally, the ETH/BTC ratio seems to be recovering after prolonged losses, with the trading pair rising from 0.034 to 0.040 before dipping to 0.037 at the time of writing. The next major resistance for this pair lies around 0.040, and a successful breakout from this level could lead to more gains for ETH over BTC. At press time, ETH sits about 32% below its ATH value of $4,878 recorded in November 2021. Further, Ethereum’s decentralized finance (DeFi) activity seems to be picking steam. Data from DefiLlama shows that the total value locked (TVL) across Ethereum-based DeFi protocols currently sits at $62.36 billion, up from about $24 billion in November 2023. Over half of this TVL is tied to the ETH staking platform Lido, which holds close to $33 billion. Lido is followed by the DeFi lending protocol Aave with $15.21 billion and EigenLayer with $14.57 billion. That said, concerns remain regarding ETH’s “ultrasound money” narrative due to the token’s high issuance rate. At press time, ETH trades at $3,291, up 3.1% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from X.com, DefiLlama.com, and TradingView.com
Bitcoin (BTC) has been on an all-time-high (ATH) run following the election victory of the Republican US presidential candidate Donald Trump. Add Crypto Exposure At The Earliest, Bernstein Tells Clients Despite Bitcoin’s strong gains after the election, analysts at trading firm Bernstein remain confident that the broader crypto market still has substantial room for growth. […]
Solana (SOL) recently saw its market cap surge past $100 billion, setting the stage for a potential all-time high (ATH) rally for its native SOL token. Solana Reclaims $100 Billion Market Cap, Is SOL ATH Imminent? Solana, currently the cryptocurrency with the fourth-largest market cap, recently joined the ranks of Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Tether (USDT) by surpassing the $100 billion mark in market valuation. Related Reading: Solana Breaks Above Key Resistance – Top Analyst Sets $300 Target At the time of writing, Solana’s native token SOL is trading at $216.43, marking impressive weekly gains of 32.6%. In comparison, Bitcoin has gained 19.6% and Ethereum 29.7% over the same period. To recall, SOL’s current ATH of $259.96 was recorded in November 2021, at the peak of the crypto bull market, buoyed by monetary easing as a measure to tackle the coronavirus pandemic. However, this upward momentum changed sharply for SOL at the height of the FTX crisis, with its price plummeting to a low of $8.68 in November 2022. SOL’s current market price thus reflects an almost 40x increase from these lows. Despite this substantial recovery, analysts believe there is still more room for SOL to rally, potentially setting a new ATH in its current price surge. Providing commentary on SOL’s recent price action, Julien Bittel, Head of Macro Research at Global Macro Investor, shared his analysis, saying that the SOL/BTC trading pair has broken out of an 8-month sideways consolidation channel, potentially moving toward the “banana zone” in Q4 2024. For the uninitiated, the “banana zone” in trading terms refers to a phase where the underlying asset may witness an explosive, parabolic price appreciation, leading to extraordinary gains in a short period. This breakout has positioned SOL for either an inverse head-and-shoulders pattern on the daily chart or a cup-and-handle pattern on the weekly chart, both incredibly bullish patterns for the altcoin. Another crypto trader, Bob Loukas, shared his outlook on X, stating that he wouldn’t be surprised to see SOL reaching a new ATH “within 14 days.” Loukas hinted that SOL could “get silly” in 2025, suggesting the potential for abnormal gains shortly. Overall Sentiment Bullish On SOL As BTC continues establishing new ATHs beyond $80,000, the wider crypto market appears to follow the leading asset’s price momentum. Related Reading: Solana ‘Must Break Descending Resistance’ To Regain Bullish Momentum – Analyst Among major altcoins, SOL has piqued the interest of several crypto analysts due to its potential to “flip” Ethereum’s market cap and become the leading smart contract platform. In related news, Solana’s decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem’s total-value-locked (TVL) rose to $5.7 billion during Q3 2024, signifying a 26% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) growth. Some analysts are wary of SOL’s current price action, suggesting that the token might be headed for a sharp correction before further upside movement. BTC trades at $82,251 at press time, up 3.5% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from X.com and TradingView.com
Ethereum (ETH) has jumped almost 20% over the past two days as the broader decentralized finance (DeFi) sector rallied following Donald Trump’s presidential victory. Ethereum Begins To Regain Momentum The second-largest cryptocurrency by reported market cap has lagged behind Bitcoin (BTC) and other smart contract platform tokens like Solana (SOL) for much of the year. Related Reading: Ethereum Analyst Shares Correlation With S&P500 – Last Dip Before It Hits $10,000? However, following Trump’s win as Republican US presidential candidate, ETH has witnessed a rise of over 10% since yesterday. The token’s rise has brought attention to one of Ethereum’s most innovative use cases to date – DeFi. In a long-form post on X, Arthur Arthur Cheong & Eugene Yap from crypto investment firm DeFiance Capital noted that total value locked (TVL) in Ethereum-based DeFi protocols is rebounding. While the analysts credit some of this growth to higher crypto asset prices, they also highlight that trading volumes on some DeFi platforms have “nearly recovered to 2022 levels, proving the resurgence is real.” Cheong and Yap outline several factors that indicate the DeFi ecosystem is heading toward the era of “DeFi renaissance.” First, the analysts note that DeFi appears to be emerging from the “trough of disillusionment.” For the uninitiated, disillusionment is a phase in the Gartner Hype Cycle when interest in a technology wanes as initial expectations are unmet. As shown in the chart below, DeFi is moving through the “slope of enlightenment” phase, likely headed for the “plateau of productivity” as the technology matures. Additionally, macroeconomic factors, including a low interest-rate environment, are expected to boost DeFi adoption in two critical ways: reducing opportunity costs and making loans more affordable. With treasury bills and traditional savings accounts offering minimal returns, investors increasingly turn to income-generating DeFi strategies like yield farming, staking, and liquidity mining. Lower interest rates are also likely to increase the supply of stablecoins by making loans cheaper, thereby providing additional liquidity to drive DeFi growth. How Is Trump Presidency Bullish For ETH? The analysis emphasizes that the 2024 US presidential elections can offer DeFi much required regulatory clarity. Trump’s presidency is anticipated to bring more favorable crypto regulations, which could boost investor confidence. Related Reading: Ethereum Risk-To-Reward Ratio Is ‘Too Good To Pass Up’ – Top Analyst Sets $6,000 Target Consequently, ETH is expected to benefit from any increase in investor interest in DeFi. Analysis by crypto experts suggests that ETH could rise to $3,400 if it clears certain key resistance levels. There has also been a significant increase in Ethereum whale activity, indicating that sophisticated and seasoned ETH holders are accumulating the token in anticipation of a potential rally. ETH faces stiff competition from rival smart contract platforms such as Solana. According to a recent report, the SOL DeFi ecosystem saw its TVL increase to $5.7 billion in Q3 2024. At press time, ETH trades at $2,806, up 7.1% in the past 24 hours, with a total market cap of $338.6 billion. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from X.com and Tradingview.com
Although the Bitcoin (BTC) price made new all-time highs (ATH) today, there could be more gains for the cryptocurrency’s future price trajectory. Bitcoin To Hit $100k By Inauguration Day? Following the victory of the Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, the leading digital asset witnessed a steep surge in price, breaking through its previous ATH of […]
Elon Musk’s favorite cryptocurrency, Dogecoin (DOGE), could be on the verge of a massive parabolic rally following the recent victory of Republican U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump. Could Trump’s Victory Catapult Dogecoin To $23? Earlier today, Trump was elected the 47th US president with a convincing win over Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris. Following Trump’s victory, Bitcoin (BTC) surged past its all-time high (ATH) of $73,737, reaching unprecedented levels. Related Reading: Dogecoin (DOGE) Sets Sights on $0.150: Will The Rally Take Off? While BTC is trading at new highs, the ripple effect of a Trump victory is expected to impact other digital currencies, especially Musk’s preferred Dogecoin. According to crypto technical analyst Ali Martinez’s analysis, DOGE is nearing a breakthrough at the 0.50 Fibonacci retracement level, potentially leading to a rally up to the 1.618 or even the 2.272 Fibonacci extension levels. For the uninitiated, Fibonacci extensions are used in technical analysis to project possible future price targets by identifying key support and resistance levels. Historically, DOGE has frequently aligned with Fibonacci extension levels during bull runs. According to Martinez, if DOGE follows a similar trajectory in the next bull run, it could surge to anywhere between $4 and $23. The chart below illustrates that the next significant Fibonacci extension level for DOGE is 1.00, placing its price just above $0.739, beyond its current ATH of $0.7316, set in May 2021. Currently, DOGE is trading at $0.202, having risen an impressive 18% in the past 24 hours, largely fueled by Trump’s victory. If DOGE reaches the 1.618 Fibonacci extension level, its price could jump to $3.94 – more than five times its current ATH. Under extremely bullish conditions, DOGE could even hit the 2.272 Fibonacci extension level, pushing its price to $23.25 – nearly a 100x increase from its present value. The Potential Impact Of Elon Musk In Trump’s Cabinet While Musk’s potential role in Trump’s cabinet remains unclear, the world’s richest man will likely hold significant influence during Trump’s term as president. Related Reading: Dogecoin Rockets Up 12%, But This FOMO Signal Could End Rally Musk has frequently voiced his support for DOGE on social media platform X, often triggering short-term price surges driven by retail investor interest. With Musk’s possible influence in the new administration, it wouldn’t be surprising to see policy decisions that could indirectly benefit cryptocurrencies like Dogecoin. Data shows that DOGE whales may anticipate a significant price surge, as recent transactions indicate the accumulation of more than 2.1 billion tokens over the past week. That said, DOGE investors should exercise caution as the token has already experienced a substantial run-up recently and may be flashing overbought signals. At press time, BTC is trading at $74,249, up 8% in the last 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from X and Tradingview.com
Bitcoin (BTC) whales appear to be offloading some of their holdings ahead of the closely contested 2024 US presidential election. 2% Fall In BTC Held By Whale Addresses In a post on X, crypto analyst Ali Martinez shared that Bitcoin whales – wallet addresses holding a significant amount of BTC – are “dialing back exposure” ahead of what is likely to be a very closely contested US presidential election. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Crash Below $70,000: What Does It Have To Do With Whales And The US Presidential Elections? According to the analyst, there has been a 2% decrease in the number of wallet addresses holding 1,000 or more BTC. Notably, since May, the number of Bitcoin whales was at its highest during mid-October when Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump was the overwhelming favorite to emerge victorious. At the time of writing, decentralized prediction markets platform Polymarket gives Trump a 62.7% chance of winning, while Democratic candidate Kamala Harris has a 37.4% chance of becoming the next US president. Bitcoin whales selling some of their BTC holdings as Americans prepare to vote could indicate a cautious approach, possibly to mitigate potential price volatility tied to the elections. Bitcoin Whales Expecting Price Volatility? The selloff might suggest that Bitcoin whales foresee a stricter regulatory environment for digital assets following the elections. This concern may not be unfounded, as the Biden administration has faced accusations of adopting a hostile stance toward the digital assets industry. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Decline Worsens: Could It Be Setting Up for Major Reversal? On the contrary, Trump has repeatedly promised to make the US the “crypto capital of the world” during his election campaign. In addition to the whale selloff, long-term BTC holders appear to be disposing of their holdings. According to recent analysis, more than 177,000 BTC were sold by long-term holders in the last seven days. Another scenario worth considering is that any further decline in whale addresses’ BTC holdings without a corresponding drop in price could indicate that retail investors are stepping up to buy the digital asset. Notably, demand for Bitcoin among retail investors has been on a steady uptrend since September 2024. According to a recent report, retail demand for BTC rose 13% in the past month, reflecting a shift in the market’s risk appetite from risk-off to risk-on. Martinez also brought attention to BTC’s TD sequential on the 12-hour chart and how it is flashing a buy signal. For the uninitiated, TD sequential is a technical analysis indicator used to identify potential price exhaustion points and trend reversals in financial markets. That said, a Trump victory might not be the silver bullet for Bitcoin’s tumbling price, as it is critical for the top digital asset to hold the $68,000 support level to avoid slipping to $63,000. At press time, BTC trades at $69,595, up 1.3% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from X and Tradingview.com
Santa Clara-based healthcare tech company Semler Scientific (SMLR) recently disclosed that it purchased an additional 47 Bitcoin (BTC), bringing its total holdings to 1,058 BTC. Semler Scientific Continues To Increase Its BTC Holdings Semler Scientific, a Nasdaq-listed healthcare manufacturer, announced that it bought an additional 47 BTC for $3 million. This acquisition comes as Bitcoin […]
MicroStrategy’s (MSTR) Bitcoin (BTC) play garners attention as Canaccord recently dubbed its ‘intelligent leverage strategy’ ideal for investors to gain exposure to BTC. MicroStrategy Stock Ideal For Gaining Bitcoin Exposure In a research report published yesterday, financial services firm Canaccord reiterated that buying MicroStrategy stocks remains one of the best ways for investors to gain […]
Bitcoin (BTC) has had a volatile 24 hours, hitting as low as $68,830 on the Binance crypto exchange before recovering some losses. Liquidation Data At A Glance Although BTC is trading close to its all-time high (ATH) value of $73,737, yesterday’s quick drop in price cast doubts on whether the top digital asset will be able to record a new ATH. Related Reading: Bitcoin Makes ATH Against Euro Due To Change In Dollar Strength, Details Inside According to CoinGlass data from the crypto liquidations tracker, more than $296 million of active positions were liquidated in the last 24 hours. Nearly 77% were long positions, indicating that traders were largely betting on BTC’s continued upward momentum. Binance saw the most liquidations at $124 million, followed by OKX with $74 million and Bybit with $65 million. In digital assets, Bitcoin led with over $97 million worth of positions liquidated, followed by Ethereum (ETH) at $47 million, and Solana at nearly $17 million. With yesterday’s slump, the total crypto market cap has shrunk by about 3.5%, currently valued at $2.48 trillion. It is worth noting that although BTC is close to its ATH, the total crypto market cap is still considerably far from its ATH of $2.98 trillion recorded in November 2021. The gap between BTC’s performance and the overall market cap suggests that altcoins have not kept pace with BTC’s recent gains, contributing to the disparity. This could also indicate a cautious investor sentiment, favoring BTC over altcoins during uncertain periods. At the same time, it suggests that there is still a lot of room for altcoins to grow, which could tempt some more risk-seeking investors to accumulate altcoins in hopes of extraordinary gains relative to BTC. That said, Bitcoin dominance – a metric that gauges the proportion of the overall crypto market cap commanded by BTC – is steadily climbing toward 60%. A higher BTC dominance could spell disaster for altcoins already trailing BTC in price action. Can Bitcoin Still Hit ATH? The question on the minds of crypto enthusiasts is whether BTC will achieve a new ATH during this rally. The answer is not straightforward. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Active Addresses Signals Golden Cross—What Next For BTC? Factors supporting a potential new ATH include the increased likelihood of pro-crypto US presidential candidate Donald Trump winning the election, the effects of BTC halving, increased inflows to BTC exchange-traded funds (ETF), and a low interest rate environment. On the contrary, sentiment indicators like the Fear and Greed Index suggest the market is still in a ‘greed’ phase, hinting that there could be more pain for the market before the next leg up. Regardless of the outcome, the crypto market will likely remain volatile in the coming days. However, long-term BTC holders do not appear fazed by this prospect, as profit-taking remained relatively muted when the digital asset crossed $71,000. At press time, BTC trades at $71,524, up a modest 0.6% in the past 24 hours, with a reported market cap of $1.41 trillion. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from CoinGecko, CoinGlass, and Tradingview.com
According to JPMorgan analysts, a win for the Republican US presidential candidate Donald Trump could further fuel Bitcoin (BTC) price momentum. Retail Investors Turn To Bitcoin For ‘Debasement Trade’ In a recent client note, analysts at JPMorgan suggested that a Trump win might provide ‘additional upside’ for both BTC and gold, as retail investors increasingly view Bitcoin as a ‘debasement trade.’ Related Reading: Bitcoin Makes ATH Against Euro Due To Change In Dollar Strength, Details Inside In simple terms, a debasement trade is a strategy to protect purchasing power against the steady erosion of fiat currencies due to extensive money printing. Notably, the M2 money supply – a measure of total money in circulation – sharply rose during the coronavirus pandemic. This surplus in money supply led to heightened inflation, forcing the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) to raise interest rates to contain it. By purchasing BTC, retail investors aim to maintain their money’s value, hoping Bitcoin will act as a hedge against currency depreciation. The JPMorgan note states: Retail investors appear to be embracing the ‘debasement trade’ in an even stronger manner by buying bitcoin and gold ETFs. The retail impulse is also seen in meme and AI tokens the market cap of which has outperformed. Data from SoSoValue shows that Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETF) have attracted a whopping $1.3 billion in inflows over the past two days alone. As of October 30, the cumulative net inflow to US-based spot BTC ETFs is $24.18 billion. October’s total ETF inflows alone amount to $4.4 billion, marking it the third-highest month for BTC ETF inflows since their launch earlier this year. However, institutional investors appear to have slowed down on BTC futures activity recently, with analysts noting that Bitcoin futures have entered overbought territory, potentially introducing vulnerability for BTC’s near-term outlook. The client note highlights that credit and prediction markets lean toward a Trump win, unlike equities, foreign exchange (FX), and rates markets. The analysts conclude: Overall, to the extent a Trump win inspires retail investors to not only buy risk assets but to also further embrace the ‘debasement trade’, there could be additional upside for bitcoin and gold prices in a Trump win scenario. Where Is BTC Headed? Analysts Share Their Outlook Bitcoin is trading within 2% of reaching a new all-time high (ATH), driving renewed optimism among crypto analysts. Related Reading: Bitcoin Retail Demand Rises 13% In 1 Month: Time For Q4 2024 Rally? For instance, crypto analyst Timothy Peterson recently posited that BTC could surge to as high as $100,000 by February 2025. Meanwhile, crypto options trading data indicates that traders remain confident BTC will hit $80,000 by the end of November 2024, regardless of the election outcome. Veteran trader Peter Brandt, however, has urged caution, advising BTC bulls that a daily close above $76,000 is critical for confirming a true breakout. At the time of writing, BTC is trading at $71,798, down 0.1% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from FRED and Tradingview.com
As Bitcoin (BTC) continues to tease a new all-time high (ATH), daily over-the-counter (OTC) desk inflows have plummeted to yearly lows. Bitcoin’s “Uptober” Narrative Remains Intact Bitcoin has overturned the sluggish start to its historically most bullish month, recording more than 13% gains in October and coming within reach of a new ATH. Related Reading: […]
Although Bitcoin (BTC) is yet to breach its USD all-time high (ATH) value, the flagship cryptocurrency has made a new ATH against the euro (EUR) and some other fiat currencies. Bitcoin Makes Fresh ATH Against Euro Bitcoin surpassed €68,000 ($73,561) on October 29, establishing a new ATH against the euro. The largest cryptocurrency by market cap reached this milestone on multiple crypto exchanges, including Binance. Related Reading: Can Bitcoin Price Reach A New All-Time High? This Golden Cross Suggests So This marks the first time since March 2024 that BTC has set a new ATH against the euro. Although Bitcoin came very close to a new ATH in USD, it fell short by approximately $200, dropping from $73,620 to $71,805 at the time of writing. Notably, the discrepancy between BTC’s performance against the euro and the USD is due to changes in the dollar’s strength. On March 14, when BTC last reached its USD ATH of $73,737, the USD/EUR exchange rate was 0.9113. Currently, the rate is 0.9238, indicating a weakening euro against the dollar. One key factor behind the dollar’s renewed strength is the US Federal Reserve’s decision to raise interest rates to bring inflation down to its target of 2%. Bitcoin has also achieved a new ATH against the Canadian Dollar (CAD), recording a price of just over CAD 102,000, or approximately USD 73,225. As expected, BTC has reached new ATHs against weaker and hyperinflated fiat currencies, including the Turkish Lira, Argentine Pesos, and Russian Ruble. BTC ATH Against USD Most Awaited Bitcoin’s impressive performance comes at a crucial time, with the approaching US presidential elections, the effects of BTC halving, and a surge in stablecoin demand. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $100,000 By February 2025? Analyst Explains Why While Bitcoin’s new ATH against the EUR is promising, the wider crypto market eagerly awaits a USD-denominated ATH, as most crypto trading on exchanges takes place in USD or USD-pegged stablecoins like USDT and USDC. Data shows that the BTC/EUR trading pair generates the most volume on exchanges such as Bitstamp ($39.8 million), Binance ($36.7 million), and WhiteBit ($26.7 million). However, these volumes are dwarfed by higher-volume trading pairs like BTC/Korean Won (KRW). BTC/KRW trading volumes reach as high as $400 million daily – almost ten times more than the most-traded BTC/EUR pair. Recent data indicates that, despite flirting with ATH levels, BTC traders are holding off on profit-taking around the $71,000 level, suggesting expectations of further price increases based on current momentum. Commenting on BTC’s trajectory, seasoned analyst Peter Brandt said that the leading digital asset requires a daily close above $76,000 to confirm a true breakout. At press time, BTC trades at $71,805, up 0.6% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from Tradingview.com
Bitcoin (BTC) is closing in on its all-time high (ATH), bringing excitement among bulls. However, seasoned analyst Peter Brandt advises caution, urging bulls to stay excited yet avoid becoming dogmatic. Bitcoin Breakout Yet To Be Confirmed After a lackluster start to October – a historically bullish month for Bitcoin – the digital asset is exchanging hands at $71,789, just about 3% shy of its March 2024 ATH of $73,737. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $100,000 By February 2025? Analyst Explains Why While the prospect of a new ATH has the crypto market on its feet, veteran analyst and trader Brandt thinks multiple conditions must be fulfilled to determine a confirmed breakout. In a post published on X on October 29, Brandt cautioned BTC bulls against over-enthusiasm without technical confirmation of a breakout. Specifically, the analyst warned the bulls about the limitations of diagonal patterns – particularly those with slanted boundary lines – on trading charts. Brandt explained that although “nicking” of a boundary line might excite the bulls, it does not represent a confirmed breakout. For a breakout to be genuine, Brandt has set the target price at $76,000, stating that Bitcoin’s daily chart needs to close above this level, with an average true range (ATR) measurement confirming this move above Bitcoin’s previous high set in March. For the uninitiated, the ATR is a technical analysis indicator that measures market volatility by calculating the average of true price ranges over a set period, typically 14 days. It reflects how much an asset moves, helping traders gauge potential price fluctuations and set more informed stop-loss or profit targets. Further, Brandt notes that such a breakout must be validated by a close on Sunday at midnight UTC, to ensure it is not a fake breakout that ends up trapping bullish investors. On the weekly chart, Brandt highlighted that Bitcoin’s recent advance “has only nicked important chart points,” rather than breaking through with conviction. The analyst concluded that BTC’s price has a substantial journey ahead before decisively forming a new support level. Important To Overcome $71,000 – $73,000 Resistance Level Another crypto analyst, 0xAmberCT, highlighted the significance of the strong resistance zone around $71,000 to $73,000. However, the analyst shared several reasons why this time might be different. Related Reading: Bitcoin Options Traders See $80,000 BTC By November End, US Election Outcome Irrelevant First, the high odds of victory for the Republican US presidential candidate Donald Trump might provide the much-needed fuel to the wider crypto market to start its Q4 2024 rally. At the time of writing, Polymarket gives Trump a 66.5% chance of victory compared to Democratic candidate Kamala Harris’ 33.5%. A Trump win is a net positive for the digital assets industry. In addition, the recent interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) and the heightened prospects of a “soft-landing” are expected to increase the market’s risk-taking appetite. Risk-on assets like BTC are expected to benefit in a lower interest rate environment. The analysts’ assessment aligns with Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan’s prediction that BTC may “melt-up” to $80,000 in Q4 2024. However, crypto analyst Cole Garner recently shared that BTC might head lower before achieving a new ATH due to tightening on-chain liquidity. BTC trades at $71,789 at press time, up 4% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from X and Tradingview.com
Despite macroeconomic headwinds, Bitcoin (BTC) looks primed to create a new all-time high (ATH), charged by positive Q4 2024 seasonality. Bitcoin New ATH On The Horizon? On October 28, BTC surged past $71,000, sparking optimism for a new ATH above the $73,737 peak recorded in March this year. Although BTC has crossed the $70,000 threshold […]
Today, Bitcoin (BTC) briefly traded above $69,000, coming close to its all-time high (ATH) value of $73,737 recorded earlier this year in March. Bitcoin ‘Bullish Setup’ Reminiscent Of 2020 Rally After months of sideways price movement since March, BTC is continuously attempting to reach a new ATH as the US presidential election draws near. The […]
Japan-based investment firm Metaplanet has now accumulated over 1,000 Bitcoin (BTC) with its latest acquisition, establishing itself as one of Asia’s largest corporate holders of the digital asset. Metaplanet’s Bitcoin Holdings Top 1,000 BTC In an announcement made on October 28, Tokyo-listed Metaplanet stated it had purchased an additional 156.78 BTC at an average price of $66,436 per BTC. The latest purchase has propelled Metaplanet’s total BTC holdings to 1,018 BTC, acquired at an average price of $61,629. Related Reading: Bitcoin Begins Month With A Rebound As Metaplanet’s BTC Investment Tops $10 Million Commenting on the milestone, Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich noted, “This latest BTC purchase makes Metaplanet one of the largest corporate holders of Bitcoin in Asia.” The company further stated: Since adopting bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset, the company has strategically increased its total bitcoin holdings through acquisitions funded by capital market activities and operational income. Metaplanet first declared its decision to adopt Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset in May 2024. Adhering to a “Bitcoin-first, Bitcoin-only” approach, Metaplanet further expanded its BTC holdings with a $2 million purchase in September. Over the summer, Metaplanet embarked on a Bitcoin acquisition spree, purchasing more than 50% – approximately 620 BTC – of its current holdings within a single month, from September 30 to October 28. Notably, this acquisition has now placed Metaplanet ahead of another prominent Asian firm, Meitu Inc., in terms of total BTC reserves. According to CoinGecko data, Meitu Inc. currently holds 940 BTC compared to Metaplanet’s 1,018 BTC. Among publicly traded companies with significant BTC reserves, Metaplanet now ranks 15th, with the list led by US-based business intelligence firm MicroStrategy, which holds an impressive 252,220 BTC, representing close to 1.2% of the total Bitcoin supply. BTC Strategy Reflecting In Metaplanet’s Share Price According to Arkham Intelligence, Metaplanet’s BTC investment strategy appears to be yielding strong results. At the current Bitcoin price of slightly above $67,000, Metaplanet has an unrealized gain of over $6 million. Related Reading: Bitcoin Retail lnvestors Remain Cautious Despite Price Gain – Details In its announcement, Metaplanet highlighted a key performance indicator (KPI) called “BTC yield,” which reflects the percentage change in the ratio of total BTC holdings to fully diluted shares outstanding over a specific period. In essence, the KPI helps investors assess the impact of Metaplanet’s Bitcoin acquisitions on shareholder value. Between October 1 and October 28, Metaplanet’s BTC yield surged to 155.8%. Following the news of today’s BTC purchase, Metaplanet’s stock price jumped more than 7%, according to data from Yahoo! Finance. In related news, Maltese asset management firm Samara Group recently announced plans to issue bonds worth over $32 million, with a portion of the proceeds potentially allocated toward BTC purchases as a strategic reserve asset. At press time, BTC trades at $68,780, up 1.6% in the past 24 hours, with a total market cap of slightly more than $1.35 trillion. Featured image from Unsplash, Chart from Tradingview.com
The current trajectory of Bitcoin (BTC) prices could push it to the $100,000 mark within the next 90 days, regardless of the results of the U.S. presidential election. Bitcoin At $100,000 By February 2025? Crypto analyst Timothy Peterson suggests that BTC’s current price movement is not substantially different from previous trends, raising questions about the “diminishing marginal returns” theory. Related Reading: Bitcoin Soars Towards $68K Amid Microsoft’s BTC Investment SEC Filing From an investor’s perspective, Bitcoin’s diminishing marginal returns theory implies that each halving cycle leads to smaller successive price gains, as the digital asset’s total market cap matures and its supply shocks have a reduced impact on driving up demand. This suggests that while BTC may continue to grow, the extraordinary returns seen in early cycles could decrease over time. However, Peterson’s assessment appears to dismiss this theory. To recall, BTC made its all-time high (ATH) of $73,737 in March 2024. Since then, the leading cryptocurrency has been consolidating for almost eight months in a wide price range, reaching as low as $54,000. At the time of writing, BTC trades at $67,998, about 10% lower than its ATH. Peterson argues that BTC’s movement just above the red trendline would put the digital asset at $100,000 within 90 days. The analyst added that such a move will be “completely within reason.” He added: A conservative scenario puts bitcoin at $100k around February. I think this happens regardless of the US election outcome. Furthermore, the analyst suggested that according to other data-driven metrics he’s monitoring, BTC is not overpriced at its current market valuation, and the probability of a drop below $60,000 is increasingly unlikely. Focus On BTC Year-End Price Predictions While Peterson envisions BTC nearing $100,000 within three months, other analysts and industry insiders have varying expectations. Related Reading: Bitcoin May Peak Around $200,000 In Next 18 Months: CleanSpark CEO Tells Why For instance, options market traders expect BTC to break through its previous ATH by November end, no matter who becomes the next US president. Similarly, in a recent client memo, Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan outlined several factors that could force BTC to “melt-up” to $80,000 in Q4 2024. These factors include the potential victory of Republican candidate Donald Trump, additional interest rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed), and an extended period free of major negative developments in the crypto sector. Besides the aforementioned factors, the optimism toward a year-end BTC rally is also fueled by rising retail demand for the premier digital asset. Recent analysis by CryptoQuant highlighted that Bitcoin transactions worth less than $10,000 are on an uptrend, indicating renewed retail demand as the market gradually pivots from risk-off to risk-on mode. BTC trades at $67,998 on the daily chart at press time, up 1.1% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from X and Tradingview.com