Bitcoin risks ‘swift’ $23K dive after BTC price loses 11% in August
Bitcoin (BTC) is expected to retest long-term support at around $23,000, as on-chain data suggests that current levels may not hold the market up for long.
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Posted 9/1/2023, 12:11:15 PM
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Google Bard predicts that the price of Bitcoin in the next bull market is uncertain but likely to be significantly higher than the current price, with some analysts suggesting it could reach $100,000, $200,000, or even $1 million by 2024. However, the ultimate price will depend on various factors such as the global economy, institutional adoption, and regulatory environment.
Blockware Intelligence's analysis titled "2024 Halving Analysis: Understanding Market Cycles and Opportunities Created by the Halving" suggests that Bitcoin's price could potentially reach $400,000 in the next halving epoch due to factors such as reduced sell pressure, increased demand, and historical performance.
Bitcoin (BTC) remained stagnant around the $26,000 mark despite being heavily oversold, leading to concerns about a potential lower low and a decline to sub $20,000 levels, although some analysts are hopeful for a V-shaped recovery and a return to focus on $26,500.
Bitcoin's longest-ever period of negative year-over-year returns is coming to an end, according to Dan Morehead, founder of Pantera Capital, who believes that the market can only stay down for so long. Despite last week's downturn, Bitcoin is currently up over 20% from the previous year, and positive catalysts such as the XRP court ruling and endorsements from asset managers could further boost its value, along with the upcoming halving in April 2024. Morehead's models suggest Bitcoin could reach around $35,500 by the halving and nearly $150,000 by late 2025.
Bitcoin might experience a period of stagnation followed by a potential peak at $200,000 by the end of 2025 or early 2026, according to a crypto analyst, although short-term prospects for Bitcoin appear challenging due to a comparison with the 1930s stock market and oversold condition.
Bitcoin has made a significant move upwards, approaching $27,000 after days of stagnation, although other cryptocurrencies such as SOL, ADA, TON, and MKR have outperformed it.
Head of Research at FS Insight, Tom Lee, predicts that Bitcoin's network value and scarcity could push its price over $200,000, while other experts, including Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood, also foresee significant growth for the cryptocurrency. Lee highlights Bitcoin's resilience and regulatory scrutiny as well as interest from traditional financial giants such as BlackRock and Citadel.
Bitcoin's price, adjusted for inflation, has remained relatively static since reaching its all-time high of $20,000 in 2017, despite reaching as high as $69,000 in the meantime.
Bitcoin is predicted to reach a price of $148,000 after the next halving in April 2024, according to Pantera Capital, which manages $3.5 billion worth of assets, and notes that recent events such as the XRP ruling and endorsements by BlackRock are likely to contribute to the next bull market for digital assets.
Bloomberg Intelligence's senior macro strategist predicts a near-term bearish trend for Bitcoin, citing its failure to exhibit strength in a deflationary environment, but anticipates that it will eventually reach $100,000.
Bitcoin (BTC) remained relatively unchanged this week with a price of around $26,000, while the crypto market saw developments such as increased Bitcoin mining difficulty, negative reports on Binance, and the integration of USD Coin (USDC) on multiple blockchains. Additionally, there were updates on regulations, legal matters, crimes, and NFTs.
Bitcoin (BTC) dropped below $26,000 as bearish sentiment and lack of new catalysts weighed on the market, with major tokens like XRP, ADA, and SOL also experiencing a downtrend, while traditional markets saw gains.
Bitcoin's 200-week EMA at around $25,700 is a crucial support level to watch, and if it holds, it could signal a potential entry point for a reversal, according to BTC price analysis.
Bitcoin (BTC) may present a favorable opportunity to buy at a support zone with a "100% long hit rate" at $23,000-$24,000, according to analysis by Capriole Investments, which cites historical price floors and the average miner's electricity cost as supporting factors.
Bitcoin price hovers around $28,000 as traders await the release of US Core PCE Price Index data, with expectations of a rise in inflation influencing future rate hikes.
Bitcoin (BTC) is holding steady above $27,000, buoyed by the 200-day exponential moving average (EMA), indicating a potential bottoming out and bullish price action despite bearish market predictions.
Bitcoin (BTC) closed the week below $26,000, with traders closely monitoring the $25,900 level as a potential support zone to determine future price movements. There is a possibility of Bitcoin entering a bearish scenario with sub-$20,000 levels, but a bullish revival above $26,000 is considered less likely.
Bitcoin price action remains uncertain as traders and analysts are divided on its next moves, with downside predictions ranging from $25,000 to $23,000 and concerns of a potential double top structure if the $26,000 level is not reclaimed, while network fundamentals consolidate recent gains and macro markets stay quiet.
Bitcoin remains in a tight range between $25,800 and $26,000 after a recent price spike, as the SEC's delay in key ETF decisions dampens hopes of a long-term recovery in the market.
Bitcoin is predicted to reach $22,000 due to worsening investor sentiment and the impact of lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase, while BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes claims the bull market began in March.
The price of bitcoin briefly rose above $25,900 after the FASB approved favorable accounting treatment for companies holding crypto on their balance sheets and ARK Invest submitted paperwork for a spot ether ETF, but quickly returned to its previous level.
Bitcoin (BTC) could reach $35,000 by the end of 2023, according to veteran analyst Filbfilb, who also predicts a potential price dip to the low $20,000 range before a reversal in Q4 and a price target of $46,000 by the 2024 halving. He believes that altcoins like XRP and Dogecoin (DOGE) could perform well in the next cycle.
Bitcoin is on the brink of a bearish breakdown, but there is a possibility that the $25,000 support level could hold, presenting a short-term buying opportunity for investors. The price action of the US dollar and on-chain data suggest that buyers could return soon, making the current situation potentially profitable for opening Bitcoin longs.
Bitcoin (BTC) attempted to hold $26,000 as bulls sought to regain control, with resistance levels and upcoming bearish events posing potential challenges.
Bitcoin trades at $25,933, up 0.66% as U.S. CPI data is anticipated to show a small increase in August, driven by rising oil prices, while digital assets remain stable due to short covering and liquidity crunch, although a sustained bullish momentum is yet to be seen; meanwhile, the price of CRV token falls by 3.3% following negative events and selling pressure.
The price of bitcoin remains steady above $26,000 as FTX receives approval to sell its crypto assets and U.S. inflation data exceeds expectations.
Bitcoin (BTC) reached new September highs as markets reacted positively to macroeconomic and crypto industry news, with the cryptocurrency trading at around $26,300, up 5.5% from its September lows; traders have expressed optimism about Bitcoin's recent performance and potential future breakout if a Bitcoin spot price ETF is approved by U.S. regulators in the coming months, while some remain cautious and predict a potential relief rally before a further decline in on-chain volume.
Bitcoin is showing strength and could reach $28,000 despite negative news, according to Altcoin Sherpa, a popular crypto trader, while cautioning about the downward trend of Ethereum rival Solana.
Bitcoin stabilizes around $26,500 as it prepares for the upcoming FOMC meeting, with traders expecting the cryptocurrency to continue trading within the $25,000-$27,000 range in the short term.
Bitcoin (BTC) surpasses $27,000, while ether (ETH) holds support levels, but interest-rate decisions this week may bring downward pressure; overall market capitalization grows just 0.4% in the past 24 hours.
Crypto strategist Benjamin Cowen predicts that Bitcoin will experience a short-term rise to test its bull market support band before resuming its downward trend, potentially falling below $20,000, although he believes it could eventually break through the band and enter a sustained bull market.
Bitcoin's performance historically strengthens in the final quarter of the year, with an average return of over 35%, and it could potentially reach $37,000 by year-end, according to Matrixport's report.
Crypto strategist Credible Crypto suggests that Bitcoin could dip to around $24,900 but still remain on track for a bull market cycle, and he is closely monitoring Bitcoin options open interest as an indicator for the market bottom.
Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a slight decrease in price after predictions of reaching $20,000 resurfaced, with market participants anticipating a "slow grind" to $28,500.