Easing trade tensions between the U.S. and China could lead to a broader risk-on sentiment and weigh over gold.
The event throws into question the perceived heightened accuracy of betting markets like Poymarket over conventional polls.
Top altcoins are mimicking BTC's late April bullish breakout that set the stage for a rally to $100,000.
Panning out over just the last week shows a much bigger sign of institutional positioning on BTC, Deribit said.
ETH, BCH and top memecoins are flashing bullish chart patterns.
Undervaluation signals have previously preceded ETH rallies, but surging supply, flat demand, and weakened burn mechanics complicate the outlook.
Several factors suggest the $100K breakout may not be a smooth ride.
Holding rates steady, the U.S. central bank took note of the possibility of higher inflation and unemployment.
Key bearish indicators recently trapped bears on the wrong side of the market in a pattern observed in August-September 2024.
Market volatility may soar as a regional tussle between India and Pakistan intensifies and the U.S.-China trade war looms.
Bitcoin bulls may run into significant selling pressure at around $99,900, on-chain data show.
"There are always folks that want the hyperinflation hedge," one observer said, explaining the solid open interest build up in the $300K call option expiring on June 26.
Sell-side bulls from Benchmark and TD Cowen viewed Michael Saylor and team's plan as a bold yet realistic escalation of its bitcoin-focused strategy amid rising institutional interest.
Could a centuries-old seasonal market pattern be a sign of further losses? Bitcoin’s five-year performance leans toward “yes.”
Traders grow more optimistic on approval odds as social buzz rebounds across the two majors.
Despite increased scrutiny, spoofing remains a challenge in crypto, highlighting the need for better surveillance and stricter regulations.
XRP, Cardano (ADA), and Solana (SOL) tokens are exhibiting technical strength in a signal of potential short-term price recoveries, data indicates.
One trader noted that Fartcoin's face-melting outperformance is the "perfect metaphor" for the current times when even traditional assets trade like a joke.
Bitcoin may not fit the traditional mold of a safe haven, but in a world of rising sovereign risk and broken financial norms, it may be time to redefine what 'safe' actually means.
The total value of borrowings on large DeFi platforms like Aave and Morpho has sharply dropped from the mid-December peak, as investors scrambled to reduce outstanding debt or got liquidated.
From bitcoin as a capital preservation tool to some targeting a move toward the $70,000 level, here’s how traders are reacting to U.S. tariffs.
Market watchers have taken notice of Bitcoin’s recent price swings after a notable surge in transactions from affluent individuals. Market observers think that this might lead to a brief price spike, even while larger economic worries still throw a shadow over the cryptocurrency scene. Crucial price levels that can signal the next big rise in Bitcoin are the focus of traders’ attention. Related Reading: XRP $15 Breakout? Not A Far-Fetched Idea—Analysis Whale Movements Show Interest In Buying According to reports, Bitcoin whales—those legendary beings with huge cryptocurrency fortunes—have been remarkably busy in the past several months. Because these market movers rarely make impulsive purchases, their accumulation patterns usually come before price increases. According to recent blockchain statistics, there has been a significant increase in the purchase of Bitcoin, which could stimulate good market vibe. Prices of Bitcoin have responded majorly to the displayed Regular Bullish Divergence pattern and this suggests that bears are weakening and that bulls can be coming to take even more control! These patterns can signal major bullish reversals ????…$BTC https://t.co/aR2BwrEwzd pic.twitter.com/KIUiwH9Vb1 — JAVON⚡️MARKS (@JavonTM1) March 16, 2025 Recently, Javon Marks, who spends his time analyzing on-chain indicators, highlighted a “bullish divergence pattern.” This happens when technical indicators like the Relative Strength Index rise as the price of Bitcoin falls—a market contradiction that usually anticipates price reversals. There are numerous traders who interpret this discrepancy as the market murmurs information regarding an imminent rebound. Bitcoin’s Objective: To Hit $100k Despite weeks of sideways and downward price action, numerous market veterans believe that Bitcoin may be preparing for another attempt to breach the elusive $100,000 threshold. Historically, whale accumulation has occurred during price declines prior to the commencement of significant rallies. So here’s the way I remember the rules working. Close between 80K and 84K means the rally can continue from here … probably up to 100K by month-end. If it closes at 84K exactly, we run the table … HISTORIC moves. Above 84K —> we slip back down and the rally fails.… https://t.co/phh3Rz5L16 — Josh Man (@JoshMandell6) March 14, 2025 Bitcoin’s long-term outlook is still optimistic, nevertheless. A well-known analyst and millionaire with over 79,000 followers on X, Josh Mandell, claims that if the price of Bitcoin closes above $84,000 at the end of the month, it may hit $100,000. Meanwhile, market mood is still clearly erratic. While day traders are always changing their approach, HODLers see today’s prices as tomorrow’s deals. But the possibility of a macroeconomic storm clouds keeps many investors from fully committing themselves. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $10,000? Top Analyst Issues A Stark Warning FOMC Meeting The next FOMC meeting could have a big influence on the direction of Bitcoin. On the calendars of speculators, the forthcoming Federal Open Market Committee meeting marks a major event since it might either lead Bitcoin to climb or fall depending on interest rate policies. Any sign of financial easing could act as a trigger for the explosive expansion of risk assets including Bitcoin. On the other hand, the existence of hawkish signals could help to reduce the excitement about cryptocurrencies. Market players are closely examining every Federal Reserve statement in quest of signals about the future direction of Bitcoin. Featured image from Gemini Imagen, chart from TradingView
The token's realized price, the average cost basis of all coins last moved, has dropped below $134 for the first time since May 2022.
Macro concerns, mainly tariff-related, overshadow Trump's crypto announcements, one observer noted.
Bitcoin rose earlier this week, but initial excitement from Trump’s strategic reserve plans was short-lived due to profit-taking amid the lack of concrete plans and a risk-off mood in broader equity markets.
Most of these are covered calls, Deribit's Asia business development head said.
Tokens traded at a notable premium on Coinbase relative to Binance after Trump announced strategic crypto reserve.
Spot CVD shows buyers as the aggressors, indicating spot demand as open interest stays flat.
The largest cryptocurrency in the world, Bitcoin has plunged a dramatic 11% from its all-time high. Although some investors might find this price devaluation alarming, historical data indicates that it is really small in respect to the other market cycles of the cryptocurrencies. The past price trends of Bitcoin show several abrupt declines and rises; volatility is always present. One has to consider the context of this most recent decline in order to evaluate its future course. Related Reading: Panic Sell? Bitcoin’s $86K Fall Wipes Out $1 Billion In Trades Historical Context Of Bitcoin Corrections Bitcoin has seen many corrections since its inception. For instance, Between January 2012 and December 2017, the value of the alpha coin dropped more than 10% on at least 13 occasions. Some corrections have caused market value losses of billions of dollars before making decent rebounds; some have even reached 20% or more. The fact that the current Bitcoin market cycle is less volatile than previous bull runs is among its most noteworthy features. The following patterns of drawdown are seen in historical data from prior cycles: This cycle continues to be the least volatile of all: ????2011-2013: Avg. -19.19%, Max. -49.45% ????2015-2017: Avg. -11.49%, Max. -36.01% ????2018-2021: Avg. -20.41%, Max. -62.62%https://t.co/isZhpa3caS pic.twitter.com/JfhMa5J3kv — glassnode (@glassnode) February 26, 2025 Over time, Bitcoin has shown its ability to recover and set new record highs; these swings are inevitable in the nature of its market action. Even in bull markets, Bitcoin regularly undergoes brief declines that help to shake off weak hands before it picks back up its increasing trajectory. Present Market Conditions On February 27, 2025, Bitcoin was trading at $85,800, representing a 4% decrease from the previous day’s close. The intraday high was $89,230 and the intraday low was $82,460. The most recent 15% decline in the weekly frame surpasses the cycle’s average drawdown of 8.50% but is significantly less than the 26% decline in previous cycles. Compared to other corrections, which have often lasted for months, this one is very modest. Many analysts argue that it is not a sign of deeper market concern, but rather a natural part of Bitcoin’s cycle. Meanwhile, according to on-chain analysis, unless Bitcoin swiftly bounces back over the $92,000 level, there is a chance that lower lows will persist in the near future. This barrier is crucial, since it represents the juncture at which the majority of short-term traders achieve profitability. Alternatively, as they mitigate their losses, Bitcoin may retrace to $70,000, or $71k. Factors Influencing The Recent Decline The price of Bitcoin has gone down for a number of reasons. As always, sentiment is a big factor in the bitcoin market, and even small changes in investor trust can cause big price swings. There has also been panic selling because of worries about security, especially after the Bybit hack, which cost the crypto exchange $1.5 billion in losses. Inflation fears, central bank policies, and global economic uncertainty have also caused investors to be more cautious with risk assets. These external pressures often drive Bitcoin’s volatility, making its price highly reactive to changing financial conditions. Related Reading: Avalanche (AVAX) Overextended—Is A Market Shakeup Imminent? Based on how it has behaved in the past, Bitcoin’s growth cycle seems to include dips, even though it is currently going down. It slowly got better after years of losses and reached its highest point after consolidations. Featured image from Reuters, chart from TradingView
Bitcoin's stumble begs the question asked during the last bear market: Is there a point at which Michael Saylor would be forced to liquidate part of the company's near-500,000 BTC stack?