Bitcoin Futures Under Pressure: $64,000 Support Critical To Avert Long Squeeze

With Bitcoin (BTC) hitting a near three-month high of $66,000 on Friday, technical analyst InspoCrypto suggests that the BTC futures market is at a critical juncture, with the potential for further short squeezes and the importance of maintaining support around the $64,000 level. Divergence Despite BTC Uptrend The analyst recently noted in his writing that the latest data shows that the BTC/USDT price chart hit a Friday high of $66,106, reflecting bullish sentiment as the cryptocurrency continues to climb.  Over the past 24 hours, Bitcoin has seen a steady price increase, indicating optimism among investors. The True Strength Index (TSI) shows a slight divergence, indicating indecision in the market, but the upward trend remains intact. Related Reading: Solana Price (SOL) Pushes Higher: Surge Shows No Signs of Slowing Trading volume also plays a key role in understanding market dynamics, and current figures show a volume delta of $675.457 million, indicating a higher volume of buy orders than sell orders. This suggests buyers are currently dominating the market, supporting the bullish momentum. Notably, there has been a significant amount of short liquidations, totaling $331.24 million. This indicates that as Bitcoin’s price rises, many short positions are forced to close, further driving the price upward. In contrast, long liquidations remain comparatively low, suggesting that those holding long positions are confident in the markets direction. InspoCrypto’s heatmap analysis of Hyblock Capital shows a concentration of short liquidation levels around the $63,000 to $64,000 area. This clustering indicates a likely short squeeze that could push prices even higher.  However, the analyst shows that long liquidation levels appear more scattered, presenting a lower risk of cascading liquidations on the long side. Analyst Predicts Further Bitcoin Price Surge InspoCrypto further found that open interest (OI) in Bitcoin futures is rising, indicating increased interest in the market and a potential buildup for significant price movements.  The heatmap shows strong concentrations of open interest around the $64,000 to $65,000 range, suggesting that any price movement beyond these levels could trigger volatility as traders adjust their positions. The funding ratio currently stands at 763.8, indicating that the longs are paying off the shorts, adding to the bullish sentiment in the market. However, the analyst warns that a high funding ratio also signals a risk of long liquidation if the market unexpectedly shifts. Related Reading: XRP Struggles Below $0.60 Metrics Reveal Growing Selling Pressure Looking ahead, InspoCrypto anticipates that the next 24 hours could see continued upward momentum as shorts are squeezed. However, the elevated funding rates could lead to long liquidations if the market is downturned.  By the end of the week, InspoCrypto believes that if the current buying pressure continues, the Bitcoin price could reach prices around $68,000, inching closer to its all-time high of $73,700 in March this year. At the time of writing, BTC has seen a slight retracement to its current trading price of $65,800.  Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

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Bitcoin Price Forecast: Q4 Outlook Indicates Parabolic Move Toward $120,000

For the past five days, the Bitcoin price has remained locked in a narrow range between $62,000 and $64,000, following a surge of bullish sentiment triggered by the US Federal Reserves (Fed) decision to cut interest rates on September 18.  This pivotal move by the Fed has sparked optimism among investors. Yet, Bitcoin has struggled to consolidate above the critical $64,000 level, which, if surpassed, could pave the way for a retest of previously lost resistance levels, potentially targeting $70,000 in the near term. Bitcoin Price Set To Reach New All-Time Highs? Despite this short-term stagnation, several analysts maintain an optimistic outlook for the Bitcoin price as the market approaches the fourth quarter (Q4) of the year. Market expert Lark Davis, for example, recently highlighted the historical trends that suggest the average return for Bitcoin during Q4 is a notable 88%.  Davis suggested that if the Bitcoin price were to replicate this performance, it could soar to nearly $120,000. Even a more conservative estimate of a 55% gain – similar to last year’s performance – would take the price to $100,000. Related Reading: Dogecoin Parabolic Rally To Trigger 5,500% Surge To $6, Heres When In addition, the expert points out that this year offers unique catalysts that could drive significant price movements, including the launch of the Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) market, the upcoming US elections, and the expected $16 billion in cash repayments from the collapsed FTX exchange.  However, when analyzing the current state of the Bitcoin market, there are signs that current price movements are being artificially constrained. Analysts Warns Of Final Dip Before Further Price Gains Analyst InspoCrypto has noted that the price action has been persistently hovering around $63,000, with breakout attempts being blocked. A significant institutional options trader has reportedly executed a block trade that appears designed to keep Bitcoins price stable until October 4.  InspoCrypto further explains that the Spot Cumulative Volume Delta (CVD) indicates a pattern of distribution even as prices rise, while the Futures CVD shows a divergence, suggesting that recent price increases have been primarily driven by futures trading.  The Whales vs. Retail Ratio analysis from Hyblock supports this view, revealing that while whales are accumulating short positions, retail investors are predominantly betting on long positionscreating a potentially unfavorable scenario for the latter group. Yet, InspoCrypto believes that the market will see one final dip before reaching new all-time highs (ATHs) of $80,000 or even $85,000 for the largest cryptocurrency on the market. Related Reading: XRP Remains Bullish: Crypto Experts Unveil Predictions For The Price Adding to the technical analysis, analyst Ali Martinez points out that Bitcoin is currently testing its 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) at the $64,000 mark, which is acting as a short-term resistance level. A breakout above this key level could signal a significant bullish trend, according to Martinez. Looking further ahead, if the Bitcoin Long-Term Power Law holds true, Martinez believes the next market top could reach around $400,000, with predictions for this peak to occur by October of next year. Overall, while Bitcoin faces short-term challenges, the consensus among analysts is that the cryptocurrency is poised for new all-time highs in Q4 and into 2025, despite the current state of the market and BTC’s inability to overcome short-term hurdles.  At the time of writing, BTC is trading at $63,160, little changed from Monday’s price, and up 0.7% over the past 24 hours. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

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Bitcoin Peaks At Highest Value In 2 Months Above $65,000: Bull Run Predictions

For the first time in nearly two months, Bitcoin (BTC) has surpassed the $65,000 mark, marking a significant recovery following two notable downturns in August and September. During these crashes, Bitcoin experienced a steep decline of 20% on two separate occasions, specifically on August 5 and September 6.  However, as October approachesa month often associated with a bullish resurgence for Bitcoinmarket predictions are increasingly optimistic, suggesting that the cryptocurrency might be gearing up for another major uptrend. Could Bitcoin Reach $79,000 In October? On Thursday, Bitcoin recorded a 3% increase within a 24-hour period, reaching a price of $65,500. This upward movement has sparked discussions among analysts about whether this signals the start of a parabolic bull run. Related Reading: BlackRock Continues To Buy Bitcoin: Holdings Now Reach 358,000 BTC Worth $22 Billion  Crypto investor Scott Melker expressed this sentiment, emphasizing that Bitcoin is currently attempting to establish its first higher high since peaking at $74,000 in March of this year.  Melker noted that closing above $65,000 would confirm a new upward trend, transitioning from the lows of $50,000 observed in August. This patterna low, high, higher low, and higher highsuggests a bullish market structure replacing the previous bearish trends. Historically, October has been a strong month for Bitcoin, with analysts like Lark Davis pointing out that the average return during this month is approximately 22.90%.  If Bitcoin were to experience a similar increase this year, it could potentially rise to around $79,000, surpassing its previous all-time high and overcoming key resistance levels. Such a move would set the stage for a powerful rally into November according to Davis analysis. Record-Breaking Performance In September In a further analysis, Rekt Capital provided insights into Bitcoin’s recent performance. He noted that September, often viewed negatively, turned out to be the best September for Bitcoin on record, with a 9% increase.  Rekt also highlighted historical patterns related to Bitcoins Halving cycles, indicating that Bitcoin typically breaks out from its re-accumulation range approximately 154 to 163 days post-Halving.  Currently, Bitcoin is 159 days past its last Halving that took place in April of this year. Based on previous cycles, Rekt believes that this timing suggests that a breakout could be imminent, reinforcing the idea that Bitcoin is well-positioned for significant gains in the near future. Related Reading: Dogecoin Eyes Bullish 50% Rally To $0.16, But Will A Crash Come First? The current resurgence can be attributed to the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) dovish stance and recent 0.50% basis point (bps) interest rate cut on September 18, which was seen as a notable bullish catalyst not only for BTC but also for the broader market, which has followed Bitcoin’s performance to the upside in recent days.  In addition, last week saw a resumption of inflows into the Bitcoin ETF market, following steady outflows throughout August and early September. For instance, US spot Bitcoin ETFs had a total net inflow of $106 million on Wednesday, continuing their net inflows for 5 consecutive days. BlackRock’s IBIT ETF had an inflow of $184 million. Overall, there seems to be a combination of bullish catalysts in place for the market’s largest cryptocurrency to continue its recovery, with massive gains expected in the last half of the year and early 2025.  Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

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BlackRock Continues To Buy Bitcoin: Holdings Now Reach 358,000 BTC Worth $22 Billion

In less than nine months since the launch of its Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) following the approval of these investment vehicles by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), asset manager BlackRock has established itself as the world’s largest Bitcoin fund.  A Tale Of Two Titans In Bitcoin And Ethereum Holdings According to on-chain data from blockchain analysis platform Arkham, BlackRock has aggressively expanded its Bitcoin holdings through its ETF, known as IBIT over the last months.  Despite recent market volatility that saw significant dips in Bitcoin’s price on August 5 and September 6, BlackRock continued to buy more Bitcoin, thereby supporting not only the tokens value but also its own asset base.  Related Reading: Ethereum Gains On Bitcoin Following Fed Rate Cut: Altseason Soon? As of September 25, BlackRock’s holdings have reached approximately 358,000 BTC, valued at around $22.76 billion, representing about 1.70% of Bitcoin’s total supply of 21 million. In comparison, BlackRock’s Bitcoin holdings exceed those of Grayscale, another major crypto asset manager in the industry, by nearly 100,000 BTC. Grayscale currently holds approximately 258,671 BTC, valued at $16.45 billion, highlighting the significant gap that BlackRock has created in the BTC investment landscape. While BlackRock has taken a commanding lead in Bitcoin, Grayscale maintains an advantage in Ethereum (ETH) holdings. Arkham’s data indicates that Grayscale possesses 2.104 million ETH, valued at roughly $5.45 billion based on the current trading price of $2,600 per ETH. In contrast, BlackRock’s Ethereum holdings amount to only 349,970 ETH, valued at approximately $910 million. BlackRock Strengthens Bitcoin Stance BlackRocks support for Bitcoin extends beyond mere investment; it includes a strong endorsement of the technology underpinning the cryptocurrency. In a recent interview with Bloomberg, Robbie Mitchnick, head of digital assets at BlackRock, challenged the prevailing notion that Bitcoin should be categorized as a risk-on asset.  During Tuesday’s interview, Mitchnick noted that while Bitcoin has recently shown a high correlation with US equities, this relationship may be misleading. The head of digital assets at BlackRock noted that risk-on assets, such as stocks, commodities, and high-yield bonds, perform well during periods of market optimism and economic growth. Conversely, assets like gold are sought after in times of uncertainty, providing a safe haven for investors.  Mitchnick drew parallels between Bitcoin and gold, saying “gold shows a lot of the same patterns”, referring to their temporary correlations with equities. He emphasized that the long-term correlation between BTC and traditional financial assets is close to zero. Related Reading: Solana (SOL) Consolidates in Symmetrical Triangle Analyst Reveals $160 Target On Breakout One of BTC’s defining characteristics is its decentralized nature, Mitchnick added. No single country or government controls it, he said, which adds to its appeal as a global monetary alternative.  Mitchnick went on to highlight Bitcoin’s scarcity, global reach and decentralized framework, describing it as a “non-sovereign asset”. He pointed out that BTC has no specific country risk and no counterparty risk, making it a compelling option for investors looking to diversify their portfolios. At the time of writing, the largest cryptocurrency on the market has given back some of the gains made during Tuesday’s trading session, after hitting a one-month high of $64,700. Currently, BTC is trading at $63,220, down a slight 0.3% over the 24-hour period. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

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Sustained Bitcoin ETF inflows may buoy price despite slowing spot buying

A more sustained run of spot Bitcoin ETF inflows may counteract Bitcoin spot market buying slowing, says Bitfinex analysts.

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Cardano (ADA) Reclaims Top 10 Crypto Spot, Analysts Set New Targets

Cardano (ADA) has seen a remarkable performance over the week, surging over 10% and reentering the top ten cryptocurrencies by market capitalization list. Its recent price action has fueled a bullish sentiment among investors and market watchers, who believe the token might be near a rally toward $1. Related Reading: BNB Falters At $600, Paving The Way For A Deeper Pullback Cardano Breaks Out To Reclaim Top 10 Spot Cardanos price has steadily declined after the March highs, registering a 42% drop in the last six months. During the Q1 rally, the token hit its highest price since 2022, reaching the $0.774 price range. Since then, ADA has nosedived to pre-rally levels, disappointing some investors and market watchers. The crypto community has repeatedly slammed the project for a lack of appeal to the broader public. Additionally, many have criticized ADAs underwhelming price action. However, the tokens recent rally has sparked a bullish sentiment among some community members. Despite the early September market shakeouts, the cryptocurrency has registered a 10% surge from its monthly opening, seeing green numbers in the weekly and biweekly timeframes. Technical analyst Crypto Yapper noted Cardanos recent performance. The analyst highlighted that ADA displayed a multi-month descending broadening wedge structure on its chart with multiple touch points on the top side and on the lower side. Inside this structure, the cryptocurrency displayed a smaller falling wedge pattern with its upper trendline being tested again on Monday. The analyst stated that the $0.35 was the first crucial resistance level for the token. Claiming this key zone and breaking out of the falling wedge pattern could create more bullish action and move the price toward the upper line of the bigger bullish structure. On Monday, Cardanos token reclaimed the $0.36 range, a level not seen in nearly a month. The surge sent ADAs price toward the $0.37 resistance level, turning the $0.375 price range into a support zone on Tuesday morning. The recent performance also pushed Cardano back to the top ten cryptocurrencies list after ADAs market capitalization surged 6%, surpassing Tron (TRX) in the last 24 hours. Analysts See New Price Targets For ADA Today, Crypto Yapper noted that ADA broke above resistance as the cryptocurrency was creating a higher high on the daily chart. This performance indicates a huge trend reversal for Cardano. However, he pointed out that to break above the descending broadening wedge, the token must reclaim its second key resistance level at $0.39. If successful, the breakout could target the structures higher price range of $0.52. Related Reading: Bitcoin (BTC) On Track For Strongest September Performance, Is $90,000 Next? Other analysts also highlighted ADAs performance and breakout, suggesting that the cryptocurrency has the potential for a 170% surge. Dan Gambardello pointed out, “Cardano just went through a phenomenal throwback to a colossal triangle pattern. To the analyst, If crypto is about to enter a green October, I anticipate ADA will reclaim $1 with haste. ADA is trading at $0.378, a 6.2% and 12.2% surge in the daily and weekly timeframes. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com

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MicroStrategys Bitcoin Stash Exceeds 250,000 BTC Following Half-Billion Dollar Acquisition

Business intelligence firm MicroStrategy, led by Bitcoin (BTC) bull Michael Saylor, announced on Friday a successful $1.01 billion raise through the sale of convertible senior notes, a strategic move aimed at acquiring more BTC and redeeming higher-yielding securities. MicroStrategy Invests Additional $458 Million In BTC Of the funds raised, MicroStrategy allocated $458 million to purchase additional Bitcoin between September 13 and September 19, further bolstering its position as the cryptocurrency’s largest publicly traded corporate holder. As of September 19, the company reported holding approximately 252,220 Bitcoin, valued at around $15.8 billion.  Related Reading: Analyst Predicts A Solana Price Crash To $80 If This Happens The convertible notes issued by MicroStrategy carry an interest rate of 0.625% and will mature in 2028. This marks the fourth time this year that the company has turned to the convertible note market to finance its Bitcoin acquisitions.  In conjunction with the new issuance, MicroStrategy is redeeming $500 million of higher-interest 6.125% notes due in 2028, reflecting a strategic shift to lower borrowing costs while expanding its crypto portfolio. Co-founder and Chairman Michael Saylor has played a pivotal role in shaping MicroStrategy’s identity as a cryptocurrency investment vehicle since the company first ventured into Bitcoin in 2020.  Under his leadership, the firm has transformed from a traditional enterprise software maker into a de facto crypto hedge fund, demonstrating a bold commitment to digital assets amid market fluctuations. MicroStrategy’s stock has also seen significant gains this year, more than doubling in value and outperforming Bitcoin’s approximately 50% increase over the same period. The latest acquisition follows MicroStrategys earlier purchase of 18,300 Bitcoin, valued at roughly $1.11 billion last week. Bitcoin Price Analysis Following what has been deemed a bullish catalyst, the broader cryptocurrency market has responded positively to the US Federal Reserve’s announcement on Wednesday of a 0.50% basis point rate cut.  This decision contributed to the recovery over the past week after Bitcoin’s price retraced to as low as $52,640 on September 6. Bitcoin has managed to reclaim the $63,000 mark, aiming to consolidate above this critical level for the last 24 hours.  Market analyst Ali Martinez points out that this price point coincides with Bitcoins 200-day simple moving average (SMA) on its BTC/USDT daily chart, which Martinez identifies as a pivotal threshold for the anticipated bull run in the latter part of the year. Historically, failures to maintain this support level have led to significant corrections, as observed in 2020, 2018, and 2014. Martinez warns that a rejection at this level could signal trouble for Bitcoins future price trajectory. Related Reading: XRP Price Surge Could Hit 9,470% Analyst Predicts $27 Target In Bold Forecast To mitigate the risk of a sharp decline, key support floors have been spotted at $61,700 in the short term, with the $60,000 mark serving as an essential threshold to prevent further price drops.  In addition, introducing new liquidity into the market could significantly boost the Bitcoin price, as the Fed’s decision may boost investor confidence in riskier assets such as BTC.  A successful break and consolidation above $63,000 could set the stage for a potential challenge of the next resistance level at $64,000 in the coming days. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

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Bitcoin Price Rally Faces Key Resistance: Will Whale Shorts Trigger A Market Pullback?

As the broader cryptocurrency market experiences notable gains following the Federal Reserve’s rate cuts, Bitcoin (BTC) has reached a price of $63,670 on Thursday, marking substantial bullish momentum since late August. This surge has sparked increased interest from both retail traders and institutional players, leading to diverse positioning within the market. Divergence In Trader Strategies [...]

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Bitcoin Ends August Down 8%: What To Expect From Historically Bearish September

The Bitcoin (BTC) price performance in August resulted in losses of 8.6% for the largest cryptocurrency, exacerbating the bearish sentiment in the market since reaching all-time highs of $73,7000 in March of this year. Since then, BTC has been unable to consolidate above key levels.  However, this may not be the end of the bearish momentum, as a recent analysis from research firm CryptoQuant suggests that the bearish trend will continue into September. Challenging September For Bitcoin According to CryptoQuant, the September outlook appears similarly challenging for BTC. Their recent analysis highlights that August’s performance, marked by the so-called “BOJ (Bank of Japan) crash” in early August that sent the token to a six-month low of $49,000, has left BTC unable to recover above the $65,000 mark since then.  Related Reading: Solana Price (SOL) Turns Red: Key Supports That May Spark a Bullish Upside? In addition, historical data suggests that September is typically a bearish month for Bitcoin, with six of the last seven Septembers closing in the red, averaging a loss of around 4.5%. The firm believes that if this trend continues, the BTC price could fall to around $55,000 by the end of the month. Despite the bearish outlook, CryptoQuant believes the situation may not be as dire as it seems. They anticipate that Bitcoin will find strong support around the $54,000 level, a price point it successfully bounced from in July before surging towards $70,000.  Long-Term Confidence Indicator In the coming days, the firm warned to watch this week’s economic data, particularly the Unemployment Claims report on September 5th and the Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) data on September 6th.  However, CryptoQuant suggests that there are tempered expectations regarding the impact of these macroeconomic metrics on cryptocurrency prices, noting that their influence has diminished in recent weeks. Related Reading: XRP Price Struggles: Can It Break Free from the Downtrend? Moreover, the volatility curve for Bitcoin is expected to steepen as shorter-term volatility decreases. Interestingly, there is evidence of ongoing bullish sentiment in the medium term despite the recent retracements, as traders roll out long call options for both Bitcoin and Ethereum (ETH).  For instance, a notable purchase of a 200x call option for Bitcoin, expiring in March 2025 with a strike price of $120,000, has increased its open interest to 2,100 contracts. This indicates that, despite current market conditions, there remains a strong belief among some investors that Bitcoin will appreciate in value over the longer term. When writing, the largest cryptocurrency on the market is trading at $58,400, down 0.2% over the past 24 hours and 5.5% over the past 30 days. Despite these ongoing price corrections, CoinGecko data shows that BTC is still up 126% since the beginning of the year, making it one of the best-performing tokens.   Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

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Massive Bitcoin Rally Predicted For Next 6 Months After Fed Rate Cut

As the crypto community awaits the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) rate cut announcement on September 18, the stakes are high for Bitcoin (BTC) and the broader financial landscape. This upcoming decision marks the first central bank rate cut since the Fed slashed its key rate to near zero in March 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.  Will A [...]

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Bitcoin Alert: Analyst Predicts New Blood Monday With 0.50% Fed Rate Cut Looming

As Bitcoin (BTC) grapples with a challenging market environment, it has struggled to regain momentum, hovering around the $53,000 and $60,000 levels for six consecutive weeks.  After losing the crucial $70,000 threshold on August 1, the largest cryptocurrency remains at risk of further declines, particularly with the upcoming Federal Reserve (Fed) meeting on September 18, [...]

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Crypto Trends To Watch: Analyst Details 10 Reasons That Could Lead To Massive Q4 Gains

As the crypto market grapples with significant volatility and uncertainty, expert analyst Miles Deutscher has outlined ten reasons to be optimistic about the year’s fourth quarter (Q4). With Q4 fast approaching, Deutscher emphasizes that a monumental market shift could catch many investors off guard. Trends And Factors That Could Impact The Crypto Market In a recent social media post, Deutscher broke down his analysis into seasonality, macroeconomic factors, and crypto-specific elements.  Deutscher begins by discussing the concept of seasonality, noting that market movements often follow cyclical patterns. Related Reading: Ethereum In Danger: Analyst Explains What Could Trigger Crash To $1,800 Historically, Q4 has proven to be the strongest quarter for equities, with the S&P 500 gaining an average of 3.8% since 1945 and rising 77% of the time. Bitcoin (BTC) has also shown notable performance during this period, averaging a return of 88.84%. Deutscher points to the previous two Halving years, where Bitcoin saw gains of 58.17% in 2016 and 168.02% in 2020. He notes that Q3 typically represents a challenging period for BTC, making the upcoming months particularly significant. The period from October to April is often regarded as crypto’s “boom season,” further underscoring the potential for gains. Moving beyond seasonal trends, Deutscher highlights several macroeconomic factors that could impact the crypto market. With the US federal election just two months away, he suggests a Trump presidency could be more favorable for the market. However, a Kamala Harris win would not be catastrophic. Current odds from Polymarket indicate a near 50/50 split on the election outcome. Deutscher also points to cooling inflation rates and the anticipation of Federal Reserve rate cuts as pivotal elements. The recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) reading is the lowest since February 2021, and a Fed pivot could be imminent. He explains that while rate cuts are often viewed negatively, historical data shows they can be bullish during non-recessionary periods. Additionally, a potential weakening of the US dollar, resulting from rate cuts, would likely benefit risk assets, including Bitcoin. Deutscher emphasizes that Bitcoin is highly correlated with global liquidity and is forecasted to continue rising into 2025, creating a favorable environment for cryptocurrency. Bullish On Long-Term Growth Prospects In the realm of crypto-specific dynamics, Deutscher notes that many retail investors have been flushed out of the market. Metrics such as Google Trends and social engagement indicate a significant drop in retail participation, suggesting that those remaining may be better positioned for potential gains. The analyst also observes a decline in the Coinbase app’s rankings, which previously surged during market highs. This trend points to a broader sense of apathy among retail investors, but Deutscher believes that such off-side positioning could pave the way for aggressive market expansion. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Nosedives Over 5%, Pressure Mounts on Bulls Furthermore, Deutscher highlights the upcoming repayment of $16 billion to FTX creditors. Unlike the previous cash drain associated with the Mt. Gox refunds to affected users, these paybacks could inject liquidity into the market, with many users likely to reinvest their capital. Ultimately, it is clear that Deutscher presents a bullish case for Q4, and why it could be a turning point for the crypto market. While he acknowledges that volatility is natural in the digital asset ecosystem, he remains optimistic about significant gains in the medium to long term. When writing, the largest cryptocurrency on the market is trading at $57,880, recording losses of nearly 4% in the 24 hours.  Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

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Trump Election Victory Could Send Bitcoin to $125,000, Says Standard Chartered Analyst

A Trump win could fuel a Bitcoin rally, though new all-time highs are expected regardless of the 2024 election outcome.

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Standard Chartered Bank Launches Bitcoin and Crypto Custody Service in UAE

The international banking group has been granted a licence by the Dubai Financial Services Authority, allowing it to custody its clients' digital assets.

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Bitcoin Shakeout Ahead: Analysts Predict Final Dip Before Bull Run Resumes

The Bitcoin market has seen some consolidation since Monday, maintaining a price above the $56,000 mark after a brief drop from $65,000 to around $52,600 last Friday.  However, one analyst suggests that the bearish sentiment may still be ongoing, with expectations of a potential revisit to lower levels before a significant upward movement. BTCs Future Price Action In Focus Crypto analysts known as VirtualBacon on X (formerly Twitter) have raised concerns about an impending huge Bitcoin shakeout. In the coming 2-3 weeks, the analyst explains that Bitcoin could experience one last decline before initiating a bull run.  Panic is everywherepeople are calling for lows in the $40,000s, claiming the bull run is over, VirtualBacon noted. Yet, he argues that whether Bitcoin dips to $45,000, $48,000, or even $43,000, a bull run remains on the horizon. This period often sees a shakeout of many holders right before significant rallies. Related Reading: Solana (SOL) Surges Past $130 Resistance As Funding Rate Signals Bullish Momentum While the current charts indicate lower highs and lower lows, suggesting a downtrend, VirtualBacon believes that a prolonged bear market appears unlikely. The primary driver of this sentiment is the anticipated liquidity injection and interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, conditions that typically favor a bull run, particularly looking ahead to 2025. Another crucial aspect of VirtualBacons analysis lies in Bitcoin’s key support levelthe 100-week Exponential Moving Average (EMA). This level has historically marked the end of bear markets, with Bitcoin bouncing off similar levels in 2015 and 2019.  Currently, this support level sits around $45,000, with various technical indicators, including Fibonacci retracements and high-volume nodes, suggesting strong support in the $43,000 to $49,000 range. Even if Bitcoin does dip into this range, the analyst believes it would likely be a temporary “wick” rather than a sustained drop. VirtualBacon also highlights that some traders speculate about around $50,000 to $51,000. However, this could be risky; a touch at these levels might trigger a cascading liquidation event that could push prices to $44,000. How Upcoming Fed Decisions May Fuel Bitcoin Bullish Momentum Historically, September has been a weaker month for Bitcoin. However, the upcoming monthsOctober, November, and Decembertend to show more bullish trends. VirtualBacon notes that over the last decade, eight out of ten Octobers have ended positively for Bitcoin, with November also historically strong. The backdrop of this market analysis coincides with the Federal Reserve’s upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, where the analyst predicts a 70% chance of a 25 basis point rate cut and a 30% chance of a double cut.  VirtualBacon notes that this could initiate a 12-month liquidity injection cycle that typically boosts risk assets like BTC and propels the leading cryptocurrency above current all-time high levels of $73,700. Related Reading: Ethereum In 3 Months: Legendary Analyst Reveals Prediction For December Despite the prevailing fear in the market, as the Fear and Greed Index indicates, the analyst argues that this fear may be irrational, especially with the impending monetary policy shifts. As the Fed begins to cut rates, sentiment is expected to shift rapidly, potentially leading to renewed interest and investment in Bitcoin. BTC trades at $56,930 when writing, recording a slightly 0.7% gain in the last 24 hours. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

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Michael Saylor Predicts Bitcoin Will Hit $13 Million, Reveals Expected Date

Michael Saylor, co-founder and Executive Chairman of the business intelligence firm MicroStrategy and a well-known Bitcoin advocate, recently reiterated his bullish stance on the leading cryptocurrency during an exclusive interview with CNBC on Monday. Saylor’s Bitcoin Price Forecast Saylor, recognized for steering his company towards significant BTC investments to capitalize on its continuous growth, projected [...]

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Standard Chartered begins UAE crypto custody services with BTC, ETH

Standard Chartered was approved by the Dubai Financial Services Authority to offer crypto custody solutions in the UAE. 

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MicroStrategys Michael Saylor Reveals Bitcoin Holdings Top $1 Billion

In a bold display of faith in the future of the largest cryptocurrency on the market, Bitcoin (BTC), MicroStrategy co-founder and executive chairman Michael Saylor has disclosed that he owns around $1 billion. Saylor’s Bitcoin Vision Unshaken In a recent interview with Bloomberg Television, Saylor disclosed that he has been steadily accumulating Bitcoin over the [...]

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BREAKING: XRP Price Rallies 27% As Ripple Secures Major Win In SEC Lawsuit

In just one hour, the XRP price rallied 27% to a one-week high of $0.6406 on Wednesday after Judge Analisa Torres ordered Ripple Labs to pay only $125 million of the $2 billion fine sought by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against the blockchain payments company after a four-year legal battle.  Ripple’s Legal Victory In the ruling, the court, applying a test derived from the Supreme Court, determined that Ripple’s Institutional Sales constituted offers or sales of investment contracts.  However, the Court differentiated Ripple’s Programmatic Sales and Other Distributions, finding that they did not fall into this category. Additionally, the Court clarified that the individual sales conducted by Ripple co-founders Chris Larsen and Brad Garlinghouse did not qualify as offers or sales of investment contracts for reasons akin to those outlined for Ripple’s Programmatic Sales. Related Reading: Bitcoin Funding Rates Turn Negative: Shorts Turn To Get Squeezed? When deliberating on the penalty, the Court concluded that a first-tier penalty was fitting in this instance, noting the absence of allegations related to fraud, deceit, or manipulation, along with the lack of established deliberate or reckless disregard for regulatory requirements.  Moreover, the Court noted that the SEC had not proven that Ripple’s failure to register the Institutional Sales resulted in significant losses or risks to investors.  Consequently, the SEC’s motion for remedies and the entry of final judgment were partially granted and partially denied. The Court’s decision mandates an injunction against Ripple to prevent future securities law violations and imposes a civil penalty amounting exactly to $125,035,150. In this regard, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse stated that the court reduced the $2 billion penalty sought by the SEC by 94%, recognizing that the SEC had “overplayed their hand”. Garlinghouse further stated, This is a victory for Ripple, the industry and the rule of law. The SECs headwinds against the whole of the XRP community are gone.  XRP Price Predictions Point To Mega Bull Run With XRP not considered a security by the court, the tokens price saw one of its best rallies of the year in a matter of hours, surpassing Monday’s pre-market crash price resulting from global economic uncertainty.  Related Reading: Analyst Says Bitcoin Bottom Is Not In, Will Price Crash Below $50,000 Again? Further demonstrating the bullishness of this development, crypto analyst CrediBULL contends that now that Ripple secured this win, the stage is now set for an inevitable mega run for the XRP price. Another analyst under the pseudonym “360 Trader” on social media platform X, also claimed that now the XRP’s “chains are off,” arguing that the XRP price will fly this cycle with a target ranging between $4 and $8.  Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

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Standard Chartered Subsidiary Bank Launches Bitcoin ETFs Trading

Mox, a Hong Kong virtual bank owned by Standard Chartered, launched Bitcoin and crypto ETF trading. This makes Mox the first virtual bank in Hong Kong to offer such product.

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