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Bitcoin Dives Below $65k as Whale-Driven Selloff Sparks Volatility
markets3 days ago

Bitcoin Dives Below $65k as Whale-Driven Selloff Sparks Volatility

Bitcoin slid more than 5% to around $64,500, dipping below $65,000 as a rapid two‑hour selloff hit thin liquidity and pushed the price to six straight weekly closes under the 100‑week moving average; on‑chain data shows whales moving coins to exchanges while some investors sold at a loss. Meanwhile, institutions continued accumulating BTC through regulated ETF exposure (IBIT) and notable buyers like Mubadala and Al Warda expanded holdings, underscoring ongoing volatility and divergent supply/demand dynamics.

MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Hoard Climbs to 3.4% of All BTC as Buy Plan Expands
business21 days ago

MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Hoard Climbs to 3.4% of All BTC as Buy Plan Expands

MicroStrategy now holds 713,502 BTC, about 3.4% of Bitcoin’s total supply, making it the largest corporate holder and a key driver of BTC concentration. The firm’s 42/42 Plan seeks up to $84 billion in new capital by 2027 (split evenly between stock sales and debt) to fund further BTC purchases, including a 22,305-BTC tranche in January 2026. While the strategy could support higher BTC prices through tighter supply and mainstream adoption, it also introduces dilution risk and a high degree of price correlation between the company and Bitcoin.

Crypto ETFs Surge: Bitcoin and Ethereum Lead Record Inflows
finance1 year ago

Crypto ETFs Surge: Bitcoin and Ethereum Lead Record Inflows

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs have experienced significant growth, with Bitcoin ETFs reaching an all-time high in net assets of $112.74 billion and Ethereum ETFs setting a record for weekly inflows at $836.69 million. This surge reflects increased institutional interest, with BlackRock's BTC ETF leading inflows. Bitcoin's price consolidates after surpassing $100,000, while Ethereum's price momentum aligns with ETF growth, indicating strong institutional confidence in its long-term potential. These developments highlight the growing integration of digital assets into traditional financial portfolios.

Analysts Predict Bitcoin Surge to $200K by 2025
cryptocurrency1 year ago

Analysts Predict Bitcoin Surge to $200K by 2025

Bitcoin's recent surge past $100,000 has sparked predictions of further growth, with a 6% chance of reaching $150,000 by January, according to DeFi derivatives platform Derive. The market has stabilized after initial volatility, with institutional investments, particularly from BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust, playing a significant role in Bitcoin's price dynamics. Analysts suggest that Bitcoin's price could double by 2025, driven by strategic moves from firms like MicroStrategy and potential policy changes under President-elect Donald Trump.

Bitcoin's Bullish Future: Analysts Predict Major Price Surges by 2025
finance1 year ago

Bitcoin's Bullish Future: Analysts Predict Major Price Surges by 2025

Standard Chartered predicts Bitcoin could reach $200,000 by the end of 2025, driven by strong institutional inflows and increased adoption by traditional financial institutions. Geoffrey Kendrick notes that institutional demand has already pushed Bitcoin past $100,000, with significant purchases from U.S. spot ETFs and companies like MicroStrategy. The report highlights the potential impact of U.S. retirement and sovereign wealth funds, with regulatory changes expected to facilitate greater participation from traditional finance.

Bitcoin Reaches $100,000 Amid Pro-Crypto Sentiment in Washington
cryptocurrency1 year ago

Bitcoin Reaches $100,000 Amid Pro-Crypto Sentiment in Washington

Bitcoin has surged past $100,000 for the first time, driven by investor optimism over potential regulatory support from US president-elect Donald Trump, who has nominated crypto advocates to key positions. This includes Paul Atkins for the SEC, raising hopes for a favorable regulatory environment. The rally is further fueled by institutional investments, with ETFs from major asset managers like BlackRock and Fidelity attracting billions. Trump's shift in stance on crypto, previously criticized as a 'scam', aligns with significant campaign contributions from crypto investors.

Bitcoin Surpasses $100,000 Amidst Optimism and Market Rally
cryptocurrency1 year ago

Bitcoin Surpasses $100,000 Amidst Optimism and Market Rally

Bitcoin has surpassed the $100,000 mark for the first time, driven by optimism over a more supportive regulatory environment under President-elect Donald Trump, who plans to nominate Paul Atkins as SEC chair. This milestone is celebrated by long-term investors and is seen as a sign of Bitcoin's growing acceptance in the financial mainstream, bolstered by institutional interest and the launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell likened Bitcoin to digital gold, highlighting its role as an investment asset rather than a currency.

XRP Surges to Multi-Year Highs Amid Whale Accumulation and ETF Buzz
cryptocurrency1 year ago

XRP Surges to Multi-Year Highs Amid Whale Accumulation and ETF Buzz

XRP has surged to a 43-month high, trading near $1.84, driven by significant whale accumulation of over $1 billion and positive sentiment in the crypto market. Institutional interest and favorable regulatory developments in the US have bolstered XRP's growth, with the altcoin nearing the critical $2.00 resistance level. While this accumulation indicates strong confidence in XRP's long-term potential, there are concerns about potential profit-taking by whales, which could lead to a price pullback. However, the ongoing momentum suggests further growth potential in the near term.

Ethereum Futures Surge as ETH Eyes New Highs Amid Market Dynamics
finance1 year ago

Ethereum Futures Surge as ETH Eyes New Highs Amid Market Dynamics

Institutional interest in Ethereum has surged, with CME Futures Open Interest reaching a record high of $2.5 billion, indicating a significant increase from earlier in November. This rise in interest has led to Ethereum gaining ground against Bitcoin, as evidenced by the ETHBTC ratio's 15% increase. However, the sustainability of this momentum depends on whether the ETHBTC ratio can maintain its position above the 50-day Simple Moving Average. Despite recent gains, the market remains cautious due to potential price volatility from hedge fund strategies.